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I am kicking myself in the booty right now. I always reprimand my friends for not giving bands a chance. I say, "You only heard ONE song! How can you possibly already know you don't like them?" And today, I discovered I am guilty of doing the exact same thing.
I heard a few Yeah Yeah Yeahs' tracks a while back and just couldn't get into them. Then they performed at Lollapalooza this year. Once again, I had no interest in catching their set.
Well, my pal Shobi sent me a link to the video for "Heads Will Roll" this morning, and I've had this track on repeat ever since. It's so sinister and intoxicating. In my last post, I talked about how I just want to walk around and snarl. This right here is the ultimate snarling track. Just listen to the lyrics.
Gangstaaaaa...
Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Heads Will Roll-
Today I am a polar bear.
Since my last post, I have done a lot of thinking, reflecting, meditating, etc. And just like that, I've snapped out of it. It's Friday. I'm alive. You're alive. Let's dance.
I hope you will add these tracks to your weekend playlist as you destroy public property, cuss at pedestrians, pump your fist and snarl. Yes, that's the theme today. When I hear each of these tracks, I can't help but snarl and make shifty eyes. If you can find me over the next 48 hours, that's how you'll find me — swaying uncontrollably with a nonsensical mean mug on my face. I got no time for BS!Sebastien Tellier - Kilometer (Aeroplane Italo 84 Mix)Revolte - Ironical Sexism (Grum Remix)T-Rek - Into The Desert BlueBassnectar - BurstingThe XX - CrystalisedDeath From Above 1979 - Black History Month (Alan Braxe & Fred Falke Remix)-
I'm not feeling so well today, and I haven't felt well in a few days. I'm not going to get into the details of what's bringing me down. I think I'll keep this one to myself. I can be over dramatic sometimes, this I know. But this time, I'm trying really hard to remain positive. It's hard. It's so hard to not expect the worst.
I feel damaged. Broken.
I'm hoping this situation is reparable. I have faith this too shall pass, and I'll look back at this as a learning lesson, a small obstacle in this journey we call life.
Happy, upbeat music does nothing for me when I'm feeling like this. As a matter of fact, it only makes me angrier. The only way I know how to work through times like these is through music that intensifies these already depressing emotions. You can call it self-loathing; I call it therapy.
These five tracks have been on repeat for the past 24 hours, and they'll continue to be on repeat until things get better.
Plumb - DamagedPink - Sober A Perfect Circle - 3 LibrasModest Mouse - Bukowski
Red Hot Chili Peppers - Desecration Smile-
I love Chicago. I talk a lot about moving to another city, another state, even another country. And sure, one day, that is absolutely something I would love to experience. But nothing will ever compare to the feelings that take over my mind and body as I walk through the streets of Chicago. There is a certain comfort – about knowing every crack in the sidewalk, knowing where I can find the perfect drink to heal my open wounds, knowing the perfect place to sit and gaze at the skyline.
I have no problem wandering the city streets totally by myself. As a matter of fact, I sometimes prefer it. I know I'll run into someone I know, or better yet, I'll just strike up a conversation with a complete stranger. Sometimes I just like to walk alone and absorb and take in the views, the noise, the chaos, the peace, etc.
One day, I may leave you Chicago. But I'll always come back. And I'll never forget the experiences and the friendships that were born here. You are the "wonders of my world." You're the gravity that keeps me grounded. Not too many people take the time to remember all the connections they've made, and all the interactions with people that have shaped who they have become. I'll never forget.
I listen to this song, and all I can think of is my first love. Maybe you'll feel the same way.
Adele - Hometown Glory
Adele - Hometown Glory (High Contrast Remix)
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It's amazing how a British accent can make anything sound charming. My pal brought this to my attention last week, and I heard this song a few days ago. Sure enough, this noise confirmed my pal's theory.
If this chick didn't have that fake British accent, this would be the biggest pile of crap I have ever heard. The lyrics are awful, and the music was probably made with a cheap Casio synthesizer. I mean, there's something about white brauds attempting to rap that makes me want to vomit. I don't know much about Uffie, and to be honest with you, I don't care to look much more into it. I'm content with this being my little guilty pleasure for the week, and anything more will ruin it for me. I'm sure of it.
Now you can listen, bob your head, and love/hate it with me. Don't judge me.
Uffie - Pop The Glock (Mirwais Pop Remix)-
Finally! The day has arrived when I can post one of the absolute greatest instrumental tracks I have ever heard in my life. It took me long enough to find this track in mp3 format; otherwise, I would have posted this day one of Jazzy's Joynt.
The first time you listen to this song, you must be in a comfortable position and you must be able to blast the volume to full capacity. Also, no interruptions allowed. This track must be played from beginning to end. If you're into the whole self-medication thing, go ahead and get a little lifted. It might illuminate the experience. Press play, and enjoy the ride.
This track is most definitely a work of art. The progression, the breaks, the instrumental solos... they take me on a journey. I've already written in a previous post how there are certain songs that create movies in my mind. And if my life was a movie, this song would absolutely be on the soundtrack. It would play at the turning point of the movie, when something that you didn't expect occurs. Something twisted. I fall in love, I almost die, I discover something cryptic about my past. Dig?
Let me know what you think.Little People - Basique-
