Honda Civic

Sorry I haven’t updated in forever. I’ve been meaning to write a review of the Honda Civic Tour show from two weeks ago, but I never got around to is, so here it is now!

1st to play: Phantom Planet

I wasn’t really familiar with them before. I had heard their one song, California, from the OC. Which is a really good song, but the rest of their set…ehhh. I didn’t like it that much. I think they sound better on a recording than live. In fact, they were pretty shitty live. But you can listen to them and be the judge. I, personally, didn’t like them that much. I met the guitarist though, he was really nice.

2nd: The Hush Sound

These guys are the whole reason I even went to this show! Ahhhh they were SOOO GOOD live! Greta (the lead singer/keyboardist) is CRAZY! She’s so amazing. Watching her was mesmerizing. I don’t understand how she can be so bouncy and crazy on those keys in heels and a dress, while hitting all those incredible notes. The rest of the band members were EQUALLY as amazing. If you haven’t heard them yet, GO LISTEN TO THEM NOW.

3rd: Motion City Soundtrack

I was pleasantly surprised with these guys. On record, I feel like all of their songs sound pretty much the same. But live, they are sooo good. Their energy is amazing and it really channels into their music. The lead singer has an incredible voice that you can only get the full effect of by listening to it live. And their keyboardist was RIDICULOUS. At one point, he did a handstand on his keyboard and played on it! Their set was so good and I really hope to see them live again some day.

Last, but certainly not least: Panic At The Disco

Ah, the headlining act. Once again, Brendon Urie has managed to melt my heart away. That boy sure can sing (and move). I thought they were realllly good live. The overall set up of the stage was gorgeous and I loved their trainsitions between songs. I used to not really like Panic’s old stuff, but hearing it live made me really enjoy it. Their new stuff was also really good. Pick up their new album if you hadn’t yet. It is GOLD.

Me and Candice left before Panic’s encore because we wanted to wait by the buses and see if we could meet the bands. Well we got to meet Greta from The Hush Sound (AMAZING!!!!!! AHHHHHHH SHE’S SO CUTE!!!!!!!!!) and the guitarist from Phantom Planet (I don’t even know his name…) But security wouldn’t let anyone meet Panic. They were going straight to their bus. I was fine with that though. I mean hello, meeting Greta pretty much made my life. She’s my hero :]

So yeah, there’s my little concert review! Check out the music if you have the time.
Now it’s time for me to sleep. Work tomorrow. ewwww. -_-

CAN’T STOP WON’T STOP

So for the past 4 days, The Maine has been leaving crazy cryptic youtube videos and myspace bulletins. And I mean CRAZY. They were like freaking subliminal messages or something. They were starting to really scare me.
Well it all led up to midnight June 4. They completely re-vamped their myspace profile and added a new song called “Everything I Ask For.”
I LOVE IT AND I CAN’T WAIT FOR THE ALBUM RELEASE ON JULY 8!!!!! They’re also going to be here in Seattle for the Soundtrack Of Your Summer Tour w/Boys Like Girls, Good Charlotte, and Metro Station, on July 14th. I’m going, but if Ms.Lloyd asks, I’m at a “family reunion.”

CHECK IT OUUUUUUUUUUUT

No need to say goodbye

I just got back from seeing the new Narnia movie, which by the way was WAYYY too long for my attention span but it kinda got interesting towards the end. Anyways, near the end of the movie, this song started playing and I was like oh wtf this is helllaaa cheesy (because of the scene the song was paired with.) But then I listened closer and realized who was singing it. Regina Spektor. Ahh I love that woman. Her songs are amazing. And I love this one too. I don’t know if she wrote is specifically for the movie or not, but I still like it. It made me tear up a bit. Oh but only a bit.

“The Call” by Regina Spektor
(I tried to find a video that didn’t have to do with Narnia…but that didn’t happen.)

 

Death Cab For Cutie never fails

ksjgh;kd don’t have much time. quick post.

Death Cab For Cutie’s new album came out yesterday. I haven’t gotten a chance to pick it up yet.

Narrow Stairs

The first single from their new CD is called “I Will Posess Your Heart.” It is 8 minutes and 31 second long, and the vocals don’t start until about 4:46. Just watch the music video. DCFC never dissapoints! Unless you’re not into this sort of thing. Then it will probably make you fall asleep.

Whatever. I like it. It’s different than what they normally do. It’s not one of their bests, but I sitll like it. Kind of. I need to buy the album and listen to the rest of it before I decide anything. But like I said before, it’s Death Cab. They never fail :]

 

hay hayyy

Sorry I haven’t posted in a while, I’ve been swamped with work and school and such.

Anyways, I just wanted to talk about a new song that Cute Is What We Aim For just posted on their myspace. Honestly, I never liked Cute that much. Well, some of the songs from their old album are pretty good, but they are really shitty live. Shaant is not a very good singer. Sure, he sounds good on a recorded track…but that’s a recorded track. Which means it’s most likely processed.
But I must say, I like their new song “Practice Makes Perfect.” It follows the same theme of typical teenage high school issues that everyone can relate to, which Cute generally tends to write about. Growing up is a tough thing that everyone has to go through, which is why a lot of people like Cute’s music. It’s catchy and they can relate. So even though this song isn’t too original, I still really like it. So listen up and comment letting me know what YOU think of it!

FBR/Decaydance

Today Fueld By Ramen/Decaydance is taking over TRL! I’m so stoked! For those of you who don’t know, FBR/Decaydance is a record label that is home to the likes of The Hush Sound, Panic At The Disco, The Cab, This Providence, Paramore, Cobra Starship, The Academy Is, and many more great bands that I can’t think of right now.

So today at 3:30 pm PST/EST on MTV’s TRL: Panic at the Disco, Cobra Starship, The Academy Is, The Hush Sound, Phantom Planet and The Cab alongside Ashton Kutcher, Cameron Diaz and co-host Snoop Dogg, are all making an appearance!

Tune-in if you get the chance :]

And just for fun, here’s Cobra Starship’s “Guilty Pleasure” video. And yes, it is homemade hahaha i love it though.

We The Kings

We The Kings is an awesome powerpop/rock band. Their lyrics are catchy and their melodies are upbeat and happy. It’s weird, I didn’t think they were that big. I remember listening to them last year when no one knew who they were.
Well guess what?
THEY’RE GOING TO BE ON THE CBS EARLY SHOW THIS SATURDAY!!!!!!! I’m soooo stoked!

Taken from their new blog:
Watch us on the CBS Saturday Early Show this Saturday morning May 3!

AND – If you happen to be in New York City, stop by the CBS Plaza (located at 767 Fifth Avenue at the corner of 59th Street) and see us!

At 8:00 AM we will be in the plaza chatting with the weather man during the live weather segment, and meeting you – our fans.

Later in the show, you can watch our performance live on screens posted outside the studio.

The CBS Saturday Early shows airs from 7:00-9:00 AM EST

We will be in the Plaza at 8AM

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE – AND IF YOU CANT MAKE IT HOPE YOU CATCH US ON TV!!!

THANKS AND WE LOVE YOU FOREVER!

<3 WE THE KINGS

Wowww, this is so awesome. I’m so proud of these guys. They truly deserve all of the good recognition they get.
Be sure to watch them this saturday!
:]

Whisper War

Yesterday was also THE CAB’s album release! I haven’t had a chance to pick it up yet, but I’ve been listening to a couple of the songs online, and I already love it. It’s like their sound, only with added bouncy/hip hop beats that sound really cool. Below is an album sampler of their cd “Whisper War” and the music video for their newest single “One Of Those Nights”. Listen up and buy their album at Target if you like it!

Whisper War album sampler:

One Of Those Nights:

 

EDIT// Wow okay so I just bought this album. AMAZING. My favorite song is “Vegas Skies”. Beautiful.

New Album Release!

Yes kiddies. The moment you’ve all been waiting for. Forever The Sickest Kids is releasing their BRAND NEW full length album titled “Underdog Alma Mater” tomorrow! WOOOOOOOOOO!
This album actually leaked out onto the internet a couple of weeks ago. Being the sneaky sneaky snake I am, will admit that YES i did download it. HOWEVER, I am a huge fan of these guys and would never cheat them out. Which is why tomorrow I am heading on over to Target and buying a copy of their album. I absolutely love it. It’s catchy, dancey, and up-beat. Their sound is like a mix between pop-punk and techno beats. I had the amazing opportunity of meeting these guys and seeing them live. They are seriously some of the sweetest and funniest guys I’ve ever met. Not to mention, they are AMAZING performers. Their stage show is full of energy and crazy dance moves that only a monkey on crack would attempt. And no matter how tired they are, they always give 110% which is one of the main reasons why I love them so much.
Below is the music video for their newest single “Whoa Oh (Me vs. Everyone)” so check it out and buy their album tomorrow!

 

(Yes, I am fully aware of the shitty video quality. Stupid Youtube -_-)

Mates of State

These guys (er..girl and boy) have been around for quite some time now, but I haven’t heard of them until yesterday. (Fun fact: sometimes myspace creepin’ ain’t so bad. You discover awesome bands like this one. heh..)

Check them out. I love their sound. It’s one of those sounds that you can’t quite describe, but you like it anyways. It’s quite happy and lovely and makes me want to bob my head :]

http://www.myspace.com/matesofstate