Long awaited list of musicians (Part 2)

And here we go with part two! For part 1, go here.

Day 2:
Brand New - "Okay I Believe You But My Tommy Gun Don't." They were okay. I'd never heard them before... kinda a mix of genres. Not too shabby.

Linkin Park - "In The End." I've never been a fan. This particular song is... okay I guess. (They certainly have worse songs, IMO.)

Boyz II Men - "Motownphilly." One of the bands I used to hear a lot when I was a kid. This is my favorite song of their's (so '90s!), so it was pretty nifty.

System of A Down - "Sugar." What can you say? A lot of their songs sound alike to me. I dunno.

Led Zeppelin - "Stairway to Heaven." Uh, duh. This song is pretty legendary. What else can you say?

Sublime - "Burritos." The chick that presented them really seemed as though she was trying to get it all over with quickly. She didn't say a lot. I dunno. The sound always reminds me a bit of Reel Big Fish.

Eminem - "When I'm Gone." You know, when I was younger I rather liked him. Now not so much, lol. This particular song is pretty... deep, I guess. I muist commend him though -- on many of his songs he talks about stuff a lot of other rappers don't. Kudos for that. Nega-kudos for his attitude though...

Alan Jackson - "Who's Cheatin' Who." The girl who presented him was so cute. She was obviously a big fan.

Michael Jackson - "Thriller." I don't care what anyone says about this man... he's kinda amazing. And Thriller is from the height of his amazingness. I have the album (I'm black... it's a requirement), and just wow.

Brad Paisley - "Alcohol." I love him! I have for a while. Cool song... very country, very him. Good times.

Red Hot Chilli Peppers - "Californication." Another amazing song. Great band. I was glad this was the song the person played.

Run-DMC - "King of Rock." I knew this song from Guitar Hero Aerosmith, and you know what? It's awesome. Lol. It was cool because there's a lyric in the song that says "I'm not Michael Jackson and this is not Thriller." I almost laughed because just a few minutes ago we had heard Michael Jackson's Thriller. Maybe it was just me though, lol.

50 Cent - "In Da Club." Okay, I'm not a fan. Even remotely. So I heard his name and groaned inwardly. Then I see the person presenting is this adorable petite girl who I would have pegged for a Britney or Christina fan. It was so trippy. But then her CD wouldn't work so she didn't get to play the song. I was happy because I didn't want to hear it, but then I felt sorta guilty... it was almost like I willed the CD player to malfunction! Are my powers of wishful thinking that strong? At first I hoped not, then I hoped so. Now I laugh at myself.

Happy birthday, Bob Dylan! (And other unrelated thoughts)

So, today was, apparently, Bob Dylan's birthday! Well, yesterday was, since it's past midnight. I just read this fact on a certain person's Twitter. I feel bad that I didn't know. Happy birthday, Mr. Dylan! Your music has revolutionized my life in this short amount of time. I know you won't read this, but man, I want you to know it.

Anyways, this past Friday my awesome music teacher and his band were in concert at this place downtown. And I, your faithful blogger, did not get to go. I know... how unfair is that? But I did get a pretty nifty present... The Complete Works of Lewis Carroll. (And please don't ask who that is... my heart will stop.) It's filled with such beautiful Aliceness. If you've never read the Alice books (yes, as in Wonderland, lol), there is a poem at the end of each of them. Every time I read them, they mean something new to me. And as I was browsing this beautiful book in Barnes and Noble, I decided to read those poems again. This time, for some reason, they just about choked me up. If you never read the books (which you should), you must at least read those poems. You won't be sorry.

So, I know you're wondering what I've been doing since school ended. Well... I've been watching lots of stuff on the DVR. TLC has been having a marathon of Jon and Kate Plus Eight. That's been my weekend. This is the fast paced life of a college girl.

iWant of the day: First Maximum Ride book, for I've heard good things from a few people

Long awaited list of musicians (Part 1)

I metioned that project from my music class where I had to write about and present Billy Joel, right? Well I remember promising to discuss all the artists we heard from and how the presentations went. And why? Because I dearly loved that class, and even though I'm glad school has ended, I dealy miss it.

Day 1:
Jay-Z - "Change Clothes." I'm not really a fan, but the guy who presented was pretty cool.

Michael Buble - "Kissing a Fool." The song is a George Michael cover. Causes me to want to saw ftw.

Bone Thugs N Harmony - "Crossroads." This song I had heard before. Apparently it had tied some chart record with the Beatles. You learn something everyday.

Faith Hill - "There You'll Be." I like this song. Our teacher asked the girl presenting if she thought Faith Hill was country... then he pretty much said she sold out. It was pretty funny.

Pearl Jam - "Jeremy." I couldn't hear the song very well because the guy played it on his phone. I did get that it was about a kid that committed suicide.

Twisted Sister - "I Wanna Rock." That was just... awesome. God, I miss the 80s.

The Coup - "My Favorite Mutiny." An underground rap group that's like totally political. This wasn't bad.

Band of Horses - "No One's Gonna Love You." Great song. This is the only song of their's I know, but it's a good one.

The Strokes - "New York City Cops." Eh. I'm not a big Strokes fan. They're alright.

Cursive - "The Game of Who Needs Who Worse." I had never heard them, but they sound okay. Pretty rock.

Garth Brooks - "Friends in Low Places." The dude presenting Garth was obviously a big fan. Called him "the God of music." Big wow.

Next time, soon, we'll come to day two. It only gets better.

iWant of the day: Samantha's Table and Chairs

So it's over then.

I completed all my finals and it is now officially my summer vacation. Can I have a collective "WOOOOOOOH!" from all of my readers (if there are any... which I doubt but don't mind)?

I've been looking forward to having more leisure time. I can make more stupid youtube videos and take pictures of my dolls. That may be all I do though, since I don't have a life, lol. I'll also listen to music and OTR podcasts, talk to my cats, and write my every little thought on this blog and wonder why no one is interested. (I mean, I find me fascinating, lol.)

What was my point with this post? Oh yeah... summer. Well, I'm very happy the semester has ended, but there's at least one class that I wish had not ended. I kinda wish there was some way my music class could continue but the semester could still end. Pretty crazy, huh? There's a reason behind why I would want something like that, but I'm not really at liberty to discuss it right now.

iWant of the day: Aurora-Borealis Skirt

Devil Fangs.

So I've had this recurring toothache for a while now. You know, about four years. It'll bother me for a few days or a week, go away for several months, then start all over. Well, it's bothering the crap out of me at the moment. Last night it was so bad I could hardly sleep or think straight or even lay still. Wanna hear the really fun thing? If this isn't cleared up by Wednesday (and it won't be) I get to take THREE final exams while in agony. OMG, I can't wait! And if you're getting ready to suggest I visit my dentist, thank you for the fantastically original idea, but we can't afford it right now, so I get to tough it out.

And yesterday, I got outbid on eBay for a 1962 Barbie Dream House by a quarter. Twenty-five cents! Life is terribly unfair to me. *sigh* And it isn't just that, obviously. I have so much ARGH worthy stuff going on in my life I wouldn't even know where to start.

My finals schedule -
Wednesday: Anth 1 - 8:00 AM
>>>>>>>>>Latin American History - 10:00 AM
>>>>>>>>>Math D - 12:00 PM
Thursday: Hist. of American Popular Music (AKA best class ever) - 10:00 AM

iWant of the day: Sparkling Pink Barbie Repro Gift Set

The Stranger

I've chosen to use Billy Joel's song "The Stranger" in my brief presentation on him for my music class. I don't think I've yet blogged about the assignment or the presentations, but trust me readers (*cough*just me*cough*) all will be discussed and revealed when the time is right.

For now, just listen to the amazingness that is "The Stranger." If you're getting interested in Billy Joel and wanting to start off with an album of his, I wholeheartedly recommend The Stranger. Some amazing tracks are on that record. =)



iWant of the day: Lauren Luke Vintage Glam palette

Let's away to the Renaissance Faire!

Yes, it is time for the long awaited post about the Renaissance Faire. YAAAY to all 2 or 3 of you reading this for sticking it out to post 4! =)



Listen to that as you read this. It sets a mood. =)

So, last sunday (err... a week before yesterday) I went to the Renaissance faire for the first time since last year! It was wonderful. I got to wear my costume, which I love. First, a lady such as myself (ehm... a peasanty wench XD) must put on her chemise. Most girls wear them off the shoulder. Mine is a shirt length unbleached cotton. I want a full length one, but I can make do. Then comes the skirt. Most gals back then would have been stuck with wool, but that's simply too hot for wimpy little me. Mine is floor length cotton. And it's burgundy! To finish off, you simply must wear a bodice. This term is not synonymous with the term "corset." They're not the same thing. A bodice laces up the front and fits over your chemise like a vest. Your chemise sleeves should come out. I usually wear stockings, if for no other reason than the fact that a lot of dirt gets in your shoes and that is not fun to have on your feet. A proper lady should also have her head covered with a hat. Most people go with the muffin caps, which are quite fun, I think.

So, after we got all dressed, we drove (well, I rode) for a couple of hours to Irwindale. And finally we got there. We got there in time to see the opening for the day, which was about their new lady mayor and the fact that her majesty the queen would probably be around to take in the festivities. God save the queen!!!

During the day we got to see cheeky men, funny shows (starring cheeky men), lots of wonderful stuff to buy that I can't afford, and so much more. How often do you get very nearly hooked by a man and second row seats at a joust all in the same day? It's wonderful! And the food... so many things to choose from! I've had a different meal everytime I've been there.

My biggest purchase that day was, as usual, soap from Blythe Spirits. Check them out... I can vouch for the wonderful-ness of their products. =)

Then, this last Saturday, because I'm the sort of person (and I associate with the sort of people) that greatly enjoys days filled with renaissance spirit, we all got dressed in our costumes and watched Shakespeare movies (Much Ado and Hamlet -- my absolute favorites) while eating period appropriate food. My dear friend Diana (the An Cailin Deas Rua to my Buckingham Alice) got all the recipes from Gode Cookery. And my God, it was a feast. =)

And, for the iWant of the day: Adventures of Superman book

S.A.D.

S.A.D. - seasonal affective disorder

Today it's awfully gross and rainy out. I was going to actually go to my friend's house, but the weather prevented it. I was going to be going to a the LA Zoo tomorrow, but financial difficulties prevented it. The semester is coming to an end... I'm glad all of the awful parts of school (homework, waking up early, changing out of my pajamas LOL) will be coming to an end, but there are things I will miss. I'll miss seeing my friends and associates around class, campus, and tutoring center. I'll miss getting lunch from the cafeteria. (Seriously... my school has good food. My house occasionally has food of any nature.) I'm going to miss my small little tutoring pay check (lol). And, most of all, I'm going to miss my wonderful and amazing music class with my awesome music teacher. *sigh* But no, I am not sad. I'm suffering S.A.D.

I never did write that promised post about Ren Faire, did I? Well, perhaps tomorrow. Some Ren Faire-ish activity will be going on around here. I give the whole story. =)

iWant of the day: MAC Dazzle Lash mascara in black