For reasons both explained and unexplainable, I will say that this summer is shaping up to be damn good so far.
First off, beyond Obama taking hits from every which way and deflecting them like a pro , the sun is shining with nice rainstorms in between and the giant science project that may or may not create a massive black whole and swallow earth won't be booted up until August. Until then, let's make it a good one.
A big reason so far for such happiness is the folks at Pixar. Wall-E was yet another masterpiece from the guys in California and God Bless 'em. It's been a long time since my heart has been broken this much in a movie and WALL-E is certainly one of the most lovable Characters Disney has released since "Kitty" in Monster's inc. I'm sure you've seen the trailer, but in case you missed it, enjoy.
Some haven't been to convinced by the trailer, but I sware it's amazing. Easily one of Pixar's best (if not the best.) And you'd have to be totally dead inside to not enjoy it a bit. Even my boss, though a lover of all things Pixar wasn't initially impressed, went and saw it. He e-mailed me Friday night with this to say:
Subject: Spoiler Alert
Body: Wall-E possibly the best movie of all time.
So there you are. While I'm not sure I can go that far (that's a pretty big statement) it is that amazing.
Of course, stay tuned 'til July 16th when the Dark Knight finally gets its wide release. This may be one of the best summers for movies in a long time.
On the music front, dance is enjoying a fine moment. A little over a week ago I was watching some TV and saw an ad for Bally's (gym.) It starred the Pussycat Dolls and the song that they sang was from their forthcoming album. It's called "When I grow up" and while I'm usually the last to endorse such pop-blasphemy, it's fucking catchy.
So I thought the battle had been lost - that we had received the best dance/pop song for the summer. Oh, I was wrong.
Last tuesday I was listening to Virgin Radio UK online and came across a little song called "Dance Wiv Me" by Dizzee Rascal feat. Calvin Harris. Holy shit. This song is the shit. I, despite not being a total hip-hop fan immeadiately fell in love with the tune (though probably more thanks to Calivn Harris Future-Disco Funk backdrop.) It's not out in the states just yet, but hopefully you'll be hearing on the radio soon. Enjoy it. Love it. And shake your ass as much as possible to it.
For now, since I should probably try to do some work...I'm singing out. But may the best of pop culture be wiv you.
30.6.08
4.6.08
My god, my god...why have I forsaken this blog.
My apologies to the two automated search engines that "read" my blog looking for advertising opportunities, but it has been a very, very long time since I've thrown up all over the internet (aka blogged.)
Not a whole lot is new to report in my online world. Summer is very near (the repeated 50degree/65degree weather proves it) and so much of my time has been occupied with social outings and romantic endeavors.
Work has been uninteresting to say the least, which is interesting considering that we're going through much turmoil and layoffs should be happening any day (and surprisingly should've in the last few weeks.) What is to happen to my near and dear workplace. Who knows. I hope to last through it but alas Starbucks has really good benefits.
Movie season has begun, and I'm doing okay on keeping up. So far, I've seen Forgetting Sarah Marshall (***), Indian Jones (***) and Iron Man (****.5). What I'm really waiting for are The Dark Knight and Wall-E. All of them have been thoroughly entertaining and pretty damn fabulous, but it's only gonna get better. Go see 'em, I implore you.
On the music front, the last month has been filled with concerts and now that Festival Season is heating up, I'll be fully vested in my musical interests.
Early this morning, actually, I got this idea. I play no musical intruments. But could I pull a Paris Hilton and make myself totally buzz worthy before I even learn to play, thus cementing my place in rock'n'roll history? Not likely, but it's a nice thought.
God I wish I had zero student loans so I could pursue music? Hell, I wish I would've known that my job at work would so often lead me to spacing off in music law law land.
Last night I went and saw Death Cab for Cutie at Millennium Park... good show, a bit cold. My highlight, surprisingly, wasn't the show but one of the security guards. After unsuccessfully seeking out a spot to smoke and being told that the entire Pavillion was non smoking, I surrendered my cravings. Until I saw everyone else on the lawn smoking of course. So I had a few. I think it was number two that, despite being in the middle of the lawn, was approached by a security guard. I thought he was going to ask me to put it out, but instead, all he said was "Your smoking is bothering the people behind you.' My response was "Okay" as I looked around to find the people behind, in front and to each side of me smoking.
I'm not quite sure he's in the right profession as he was the most passive-aggressive security guard I've ever had the pleasure of quareling (oh I'm sorry, discussing disagreements) with. But it was funny. I totally now want to write a skit about the Passive Aggressive Security Guard.
But I won't.
However, if I do, I'll pass it on here to you.
Beyond that, discs to make sure you check out are:
1. Cut/Copy: In Ghost Colors
2. The Presets: Appocalypso
3. Walter Meego: Voyager
4. The Ting Tings: We Started Nothing
5. Midnight Juggernauts: Dystopia
6. South: You Are Here
7. The Last Shadow Puppets: The Age of Understatement
8. Bitter:Sweet: Drama
9. Death Cab for Cutie: Narrow Stairs
10. Aimee Mann: @#x%x*! Smilers
That should keep you happy for summer. Or at least until I have something else to offer, which I'm sure will happen.
Best -
j
Not a whole lot is new to report in my online world. Summer is very near (the repeated 50degree/65degree weather proves it) and so much of my time has been occupied with social outings and romantic endeavors.
Work has been uninteresting to say the least, which is interesting considering that we're going through much turmoil and layoffs should be happening any day (and surprisingly should've in the last few weeks.) What is to happen to my near and dear workplace. Who knows. I hope to last through it but alas Starbucks has really good benefits.
Movie season has begun, and I'm doing okay on keeping up. So far, I've seen Forgetting Sarah Marshall (***), Indian Jones (***) and Iron Man (****.5). What I'm really waiting for are The Dark Knight and Wall-E. All of them have been thoroughly entertaining and pretty damn fabulous, but it's only gonna get better. Go see 'em, I implore you.
On the music front, the last month has been filled with concerts and now that Festival Season is heating up, I'll be fully vested in my musical interests.
Early this morning, actually, I got this idea. I play no musical intruments. But could I pull a Paris Hilton and make myself totally buzz worthy before I even learn to play, thus cementing my place in rock'n'roll history? Not likely, but it's a nice thought.
God I wish I had zero student loans so I could pursue music? Hell, I wish I would've known that my job at work would so often lead me to spacing off in music law law land.
Last night I went and saw Death Cab for Cutie at Millennium Park... good show, a bit cold. My highlight, surprisingly, wasn't the show but one of the security guards. After unsuccessfully seeking out a spot to smoke and being told that the entire Pavillion was non smoking, I surrendered my cravings. Until I saw everyone else on the lawn smoking of course. So I had a few. I think it was number two that, despite being in the middle of the lawn, was approached by a security guard. I thought he was going to ask me to put it out, but instead, all he said was "Your smoking is bothering the people behind you.' My response was "Okay" as I looked around to find the people behind, in front and to each side of me smoking.
I'm not quite sure he's in the right profession as he was the most passive-aggressive security guard I've ever had the pleasure of quareling (oh I'm sorry, discussing disagreements) with. But it was funny. I totally now want to write a skit about the Passive Aggressive Security Guard.
But I won't.
However, if I do, I'll pass it on here to you.
Beyond that, discs to make sure you check out are:
1. Cut/Copy: In Ghost Colors
2. The Presets: Appocalypso
3. Walter Meego: Voyager
4. The Ting Tings: We Started Nothing
5. Midnight Juggernauts: Dystopia
6. South: You Are Here
7. The Last Shadow Puppets: The Age of Understatement
8. Bitter:Sweet: Drama
9. Death Cab for Cutie: Narrow Stairs
10. Aimee Mann: @#x%x*! Smilers
That should keep you happy for summer. Or at least until I have something else to offer, which I'm sure will happen.
Best -
j
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