Song of the Day 4.10.12

It's always interesting to listen to a song and listen to the lyrics. When I was younger I would listen to songs mainly for the beat of the song. However, over time I have enjoyed the beat but have also listened closely to lyrics too. Some bands can insight thought provoking lyrics, and others can be more straight forward. This song is a little unsettling at times. The music is great, but the lyrics tell a story that isn't for the faint of heart. La Dispute has taken a scenario (in this case a shooting) and retells the whole story. The lyrics have no rhyme or meter, but they are very poetic. Think beat poetry set to music. Off their newest album Wildlife here is La Dispute with King Park

Song of the Day 4.9.12

Last night I went to a show that had La Dispute as the headliner with Balance and Composure, All Get Out, and Sainthood Reps. All bands were great live, and I did not leave empty handed. I bought a record for all bands, and All Get Out's CD because they didn't have the vinyl. However, I did meet the whole band and got them to sign it. I have showcased All Get Out on here quite a bit. Today I am going to go with Sainthood Reps. This was a band that I wasn't that into when I first heard them. However, after last night my perspective completely changed. They closed with the song Widow, which was and amazing finish. So here they are today off their album Monoculture here is Sainthood Reps with Widow

Song of the Day 4.8.12

Tonight I am going to a show that should be pretty good. La Dispute headlines with opening acts All Get Out, Balance and Composure, and Sainthood Reps. I have been listening to all bands quite a bit to get familiar with their stuff. And I keep listening to All Get Out a lot. I have posted them before, but today I will pick a new song. Off their album The Season, here is All Get Out with Me and My Lovers

Song of the Day 4.7.12

Here's a pretty cool song from a band called Sharks. Off their debut album No Gods here is Sharks with Til The Wonders Rise

Song of the Day 4.6.12

I will eventually be moving this blog to posting in the morning that way I don't forget about it when it comes to the night time. Like tonight I did it again. Another quick write up yet again, but I hope that you enjoy this song from Jason Aldean off his My Kind of Party album. Here is Jason Aldean with Dirt Road Anthem

Song of the Day 4.5.12

Today was opening day for most of baseball including my beloved Padres. I went to the game and spent the entire day downtown around the ballpark. The atmosphere is great and I always love going to a game. Unfortunately they lost, but that's why we play 162 games. To honor opening day today and all of baseball here is John Fogerty with Centerfield

Song of the Day 4.4.12

One of my favorite artists recently has been Tom Waits. The raspy voice and jazzy sound to his music is amazing. Along the same lines is Mark Lanegan Band. I'm pretty tired, so if I have posted about them recently I apologize. If not then I hope you are enjoying some new music. Off their newest album Blues Funeral here is Mark Lanegan Band with The Gravedigger's Song

Song of the Day 4.3.12

I heard a new band today that I really like. It happens all the time, but this time was in a record store and it was on. The last time I did that, it was Tom Waits who was playing and I fell in love. This time it is a band called The Men. Their new album Open Your Heart is superb. Jam rock with a hint of punk vocals in there as well. I highly recommend this album to anyone that enjoys great music. Here is The Men with Please Don't Go Away

Song of the Day 4.2.12

I have been distracted from this blog lately. And I have not been putting my attention into it. Tonight I am going to give you a song that makes me think of my new beautiful girlfriend Michelle. Here is Stevie Wonder with Isn't She Lovely

Song of the Day 4.1.12

I think I should go with a fitting song today as it is "April Fools" day. I'm tired and don't feel like writing a lot though. So here is Manchester Orchestra with April Fool

Song of the Day 3.31.12

It's the final day of March, as we are about to turn the calendar over to April. This year is going pretty fast so far in my opinion. I have been crazy busy the past few days doing one thing or the other. But I love the fact that life is going so great. Tomorrow will be an amazing day for sure. So now that I have delved into my life a little bit let's get to the music. Last night I was able to go to my neighbors house and look through his vinyl collection. And he was nice enough to let me take a few home to add to my collection. He had some gems and I would have loved to take more, but what I did grab is amazing as well. Some essential listening is Led Zeppelin's album IV aka Zoso. The album is amazing from the opening song Black Dog all the way to the closer When The Levee Breaks. It also holds their (arguably) most famous song, Stairway To Heaven. All are great songs, but I am going to pick another one that sits on the A-Side of the album. Here is Led Zeppelin with The Battle of Evermore

Song of the Day 3.30.12

Good times were to be had by all tonight. Went out to the local casino to continue my sister's celebration. Drove up there with my sister and her two friends, and we were singing in the car and having a great time. One of the songs that came on is one that has been in my head quite a bit lately. I actually powered through it a few times on my drive through the desert. It also makes me think of a certain special someone :) So without further ado here is Luke Bryan with I Don't Want This Night To End

Song of the Day 3.29.12

This song holds special meaning to me right now. It's my sister's birthday today. I gave her an engraved bracelet since it is her 18th. I tried to find something nice to put on there and I came up with a line from tonight's song. The love between siblings is a strong one. No matter what happens in life you have each others back. The song tonight doesn't explicitly say that, but a lot of people have interpreted it as a sibling song to some degree. And I for one see that. So tonight here are The Beatles with In My Life

Song of the Day 3.28.12

I have had a long day and damn near forgot to post a song. I will talk more tomorrow about recent music purchases. But for tonight let's go with an instant classic in Jimmy Eat World's The Middle

Song of the Day 3.27.12

I had the chance today to listen to all the new music that I bought yesterday. I posted Civil Twilight yesterday, which of the 4 albums I think is the best one. The new one by The Used called Vulnerable is pretty good too. It grew on me as I listened to it. I think their first album and their last album are really good. But this one kind of falls in the middle as far as how good it is. It still has some good songs on it, just a little less memorable than past efforts. Tonight I will give you one of their songs off the album. Here is The Used with Hands and Faces

Song of the Day 3.26.12

A bunch of new music came out today. I love it when bands release stuff on the same day because it gets me super excited to hit the music store. Today I had releases from Meshuggah (which I haven't bought yet), The Mars Volta, The Used, Shinedown and Civil Twilight. So far I have only listened to the last two, but it is a pretty good start. The Civil Twilight album is awesome! Entitled Holy Weather it is filled with a bunch of great songs. After every one I was saying wow this is great. Tonight I will share a bit of that experience with you. Off the new album, which I highly recommend you get (it was $8.99 at Best Buy) here is Civil Twilight with It's Over

Song of the Day 3.25.12

Hey look at that, I actually got a post out on time today. Of course the only schedule I'm working on is my own, but I like to keep it steady. I had my ipod on shuffle this morning as I was driving to the sports complex. Now when you have an ipod that has 25,000 songs on it you never know what you're going to get. I went through some country, rock, a Busta Rhymes song and then landed on the band Vayden. I think it was perfect to be listening to them today because they are originally from Phoenix. When I first heard them I thought, hey these guys have a good radio rock sound. At the same time they are unique enough to stand out from the radio rock crowd too. So off their album Children of Our Mistakes here is Vayden with Anthem Of The Used

Song of the Day 3.24.12

I had a lot of fun with my uncle today, just drinking and being guys. His favorite singer is Johnny Cash. So in honor of that here is Johnny Cash with One Piece At A Time

Song of the Day 3.23.12

I forgot to post a song last night, so really it's the morning of the 24th right now. I was so busy yesterday that I completely forgot. So yesterday I was driving all day and I had a great road song to listen to. I'll keep this short and sweet, but here is Tom Petty with Runnin' Down A Dream

Song of the Day 3.22.12

So lately I have been listening to a lot of Maynard James Keenan projects. Whether it be Tool, A Perfect Circle, or Puscifer. But I have also been listening to side projects that have stemmed from those as well. Most notably is the guitar tech of Tool became the guitar player for A Perfect Circle. Then he became the guitarist and singer for Ashes Divide. His name is the one and only Billy Howerdel. The Ashes Divide album is awesome, it came out a few years ago, but it still holds up today. Every song has power and is a great listen. So tonight I give you Ashes Divide with Denial Waits

Song of the Day 3.21.12

Again I have no idea what song to pick. It happens people, because what I have been listening to lately I have already posted. Ummm, well let's do Tool tonight. I love this band, and Maynard James Keenan is a genius. Off their 10,000 Days album here is Tool with Jambi. (Didn't feel like writing a ton tonight either)

Song of the Day 3.20.12

According to the stats on this blog, this is the 100th post that I have done. Yes this includes the first intro post and my best of series at the end of the year. To celebrate I am going to just pick a random song. This is kind of because I don't have any idea of what to post. So to do this I am going to my itunes on shuffle and then pick the 100th song down. This could be interesting what will be posted. Here we go...Alright I lost count, but I last landed on Alkaline Trio with This Addiction

Song of the Day 3.19.12

The opener last night for Puscifer was the lovely Carina Round. She was pulling double duty last night as not only did she open and perform her own songs, but she also joined Maynard James Keenan during his Puscifer set. It was incredible and her voice is nothing short of stellar. She has an album coming out in May that will certainly be a good listen for everyone to get. So tonight I am giving you a taste of what is to come on that album. Here is Carina Round with The Last Time

Song of the Day 3.18.12

So I have been posting later in the day (by accident) the past couple of days. The first times I did it was because I was distracted by a new video game I got (nerd I know). Tonight was because I was at a birthday party all day then went to a concert tonight. So that is my excuse. I should be back to normal come tomorrow, unless I get distracted again. Tomorrow begins a new week and with it I have a midterm. Lucky fucking me. Tonight was a great escape from that all though. Maynard James Keenan is one of the most hard working men in the music business. And because of that I have a lot of respect for him. Starting out as the front man for Tool, then taking Tool guitar tech, Billy Howerdel and making A Perfect Circle, then on to his own little project called Puscifer. Not to mention the man owns his own wine company. I have seen Tool twice and tonight I saw Puscifer for the first time. It was an incredible experience and I enjoyed every minute of it. From the video clips to the stories to the "hippie drum circle" it was all awesome. So tonight I give you a little taste of what goes on in Maynard's mind when he embraces Puscifer. Here is Puscifer with Momma Sed

Song of the Day 3.17.12

It was St. Patrick's Day today, so I guess I'll go with something with a little Irish flair to it. I posted Flogging Molly the other day, so let's go with the band that is on my tshirt right now. Off their album Sing Loud, Sing Proud here is Dropkick Murphys with Rocky Road To Dublin

Song of the Day 3.16.12

Forgot to do this, so here is a late one for you all. I know it's after midnight and technically it's Saturday, but oh well. I want to post a song from when Avenged Sevenfold were good. Yeah there was a time they were believe it or not. Off their second (and best) album here is Avenged Sevenfold with Unholy Confessions

Song of the Day 3.15.12

It's Throwback Thursday again. Tonight I am going with a good one that I think a lot of people will enjoy. After The Beatles broke up all the members went on to do their own projects. One of the projects was Paul McCartney and Wings. Arguably their best album was Band On The Run. I could pick the title song for tonight, or even the song Jet. But I am going with another one that I absolutely love. Here is Paul McCartney and Wings with Let Me Roll It

Song of the Day 3.14.12

So tonight is the season premier of South Park. 16 seasons this show has been on the air. The only longer running animated show is The Simpsons, and that is pretty good company. So while I patiently await for the new season to start I have a song for you all to enjoy. I was going to go with something interesting, but I can wait for that. In honor of the new South Park I am going to go with something from the show. Yeah let's go with Eric Cartman singing Poker Face

Song of the Day 3.13.12

Normally Tuesdays for me mean going to a music store and buying whatever has come out that day. Today was a little different because the album I was going to get wasn't at the store that it was supposed to be at. Oh well. I didn't leave empty handed. The 90s band Archers of Loaf re-released their albums today. One of them is their sophomore album Vee Vee. So I am going with them tonight. Here is Archers of Loaf with Harnessed In Slums

Song of the Day 3.12.12

Instrumental post rock is a great genre. With bands like Explosions In The Sky, God Is An Astronaut and Mogwai leading the way what's not to like? The genre is peaceful as well as energetic. It's a great experience every time you listen. Tonight I am giving you a band that is similar in nature to these bands. Here is Beware of Safety with Kaura

Song of the Day 3.11.12

It's that time of year again where the clock suddenly jumps ahead an hour. This meant losing an hour of sleep last night, and it also means later days, and a bit more sunlight. I know down here the sun didn't fully set till after 7. Tonight I am going to give you all one of my favorite songs, that asks a pertinent question to this time of the year. From the recently hiatused band Thursday here is How Long Is The Night?

Song of the Day 3.10.12

Time for a good song. One of my favorite bands, and a very very good live band to boot, have released a new song for us all. Their new album comes out in June, which means a wee bit of waiting to hear the rest of it. I am talking about The Temper Trap. I'm sure you have all at least heard Sweet Disposition, it infected the world for a while a year or two ago. It's a great song though, so I was okay with it. But they do have better songs including the one tonight. What gets me really excited about new songs and new albums is the potential for a new tour. And we all know how awesome live experiences are and how much I love going to concerts. So tonight I give you The Temper Trap with Rabbit Hole

Song of the Day 3.9.12

Whenever I go to a live show I usually like to show up fairly early. Usually right around the time the doors open. The reason for this is because even though I may be there to just see the headliner, I really like to listen to opening bands. Usually I find a hidden gem that I had no idea existed. This was the case last Sunday when I saw Children of Nova open for Junius and O'Brother. Really really good band there. Tuesday I saw Flogging Molly, and while the second band sucked, the first group was really good. That first group is Sean Wheeler and Zander Schloss. What sparked me at first was that they were the only members on the stage. Zander had the guitar and Sean had the mic (Zander sang too). The other thing that sparked me was their attire and then Sean's voice. Think a cleaner less raspy Tom Waits. I was thoroughly impressed. Then after some research I found out that Zander Schloss is the bass player for legendary punk band The Circle Jerks. So a lot of musical experience there. So tonight I am giving you all Sean Wheeler and Zander Schloss with Retablo

Song of the Day 3.8.12

Okay time to type. Words word words. The problem is I don't really know what or who to write about. The problem is I try to give something new and fresh each day that people haven't heard, or haven't heard in a while. And since this is the first time I've done this blog like this I keep coming up with new thoughts on what to do. Like tonight for instance, I think I am going with an older song. That got me thinking, hey I should do like a Throwback Thursday thing. Also I could feature local bands on the weekend and call it San Diego Saturday (or Sunday). I just might have to start this. Let's do Throwback Thursday tonight and go with something from Whitesnake. I think you know which song I am going to go with and it's awesome! Here is Whitesnake with Here I Go Again.

Song of the Day 3.7.12

Not a whole lot to say today. Other than the fact that I had another shitty day. But it's to be expected at 22 and trying to figure out what to do with your life. And on top of that knowing you need to get through your last semester of college, but are struggling to do so. But at the end of the day I just take a deep breath and get over it. And bottle some anger in until I explode later, but that's besides the point. I'm okay though, just getting by. In that same theme here are The Rescues tonight with We're OK

Song of the Day 3.6.12

I'm posting a little bit early today, but that's because I am about to head downtown to fuck shit up! Nah, not really, but I am heading downtown to head to a show. Tonight is Flogging Molly. It shall be fun, it shall be wild, and ultimately I will have no sense of hearing by the end of tonight. This will be my first time seeing them live, but I know they put on a pretty good show so I am excited. So here we go tonight with Flogging Molly and The Devils Dance Floor

Song of the Day 3.5.12

So one of the bands that I saw play last night is a local outfit called Children of Nova. And they are pretty damn good, let me tell you. The song tonight is from their 2009 EP, but they do have a new album coming out on the 13th. I think these guys have a lot of potential to become something. The atmosphere last night was great, and I hope these guys can bring some atmosphere to you. Here is Children of Nova with The Complexity of Light

Song of the Day 3.4.12

Tonight I am seeing one of the greatest live bands that I have ever seen. That's saying something when I have been to over 50 concerts. I first saw O'Brother last year when they opened for Thrice. I had no idea who they were when I walked in. I walked out a new fan with a t-shirt. I can't wait for this night to get started. Junius and Children of Nova will be playing with them as well. Here is O'Brother with Lay Down

Song of the Day 3.3.12

Inspiration. It's a word that a lot of people use ALL the time. Obviously people are inspired to do things from all over the place. It's always a curious thing though. You never know who is going to inspire you or who you may inspire. For example, going into college I wanted to pursue teaching. But my senior year I took physics with the best teacher ever and I loved it. Yeah I'm a nerd. Now you would think this would inspire me to become the best teacher ever. Instead it inspired me to pursue physics and its applications. Thus I am now about two and a half months from graduating with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. The next question is where will my inspiration come from in the next chapter of my life? Hell it could come from anywhere. According to my beloved friend Brianna's blog Vitamin Bee, I have inspired her to start her own blog. Now for this I am honored. Now what the hell does this have to do with tonight's song? I don't really know, but I hope that my speech was...well...inspirational (see what I did there?) How about we go with a little M83 tonight. I've been listening to this song a bit lately and it's great. Simple simple lyrics, but they have deep deep meaning. (Double speak creates emphasis...emphasis). "There is no end, There is no goodbye, Disappear with the night." How beautiful is that? Yeah, let it sink in a bit and tell me how it feels. Is it...inspiring? See I was able to make a connection. This is fun. Off their newest album Hurry Up, We're Dreaming here is M83 with Wait.

Song of the Day 3.2.12

It's amazing how everyday I write for one blog, and contribute to another, and yet I still have no idea what the date is every day. It's a sad reality, but very true. I'm a wee bit bummed out right now because I purchased a record today that is completely warped. I'm hoping to fix it soon, but we will see how that goes. Knowing my luck I will heat it beyond repair. Then again if I do it right, then no harm no foul. Stay positive I guess. That record is Local Natives' Gorilla Manor, which is a very good album by the way. I have listened to it on Spotify and the record came with a free download code. So at least I can listen to it. But I would really really like to listen to it on my fucking stereo! Anyways, in honor of that album here are Local Natives with Who Knows Who Cares

Song of the Day 3.1.12

Holy shit in a hand basket Batman it's March already. Thank god too (or whatever deity you believe in). I have so much to look forward to in the coming months, that I just can't wait to get it all started. Anyways, music, yes that glorious art; that is why we are here. The past couple days have been really nice. You never know who is going to pop up in you life and from where. Everything happens by chance and also, I believe, for a reason. The other day I met the beautiful and splendid Brianna Barnes, who has opened my eyes to various artists that I did not know existed. And let me tell you that I have loved every suggestion this girl has given me. It's just awesome on so many levels. Tonight I am giving you one of these said suggestions. Because I have been diggin it quite a bit ever since I heard it. It has a great catchy beat and will get your toes a tappin and your head a bobbin. Here is Of Monsters and Men with Little Talks

Song of the Day 2.29.12

Hey it's leap day! What do you know. I guess that means instead of 365 song of the days I am giving you all 366. Oooooo so special. Okay moving on. Today I am giving you a band that I have been listening to over the last day or so nonstop. They came out a little while ago, and I cam back to them. The Republic of Wolves hail from Long Island, New York. Another really well known band comes from the same exact spot: Brand New. Ironically (or not surprisingly?) they sound a lot alike. They each have their subtle differences, and both are awesome in their own right. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do and pursue them further. Off their album Varuna here is The Republic of Wolves with The Attic

Song of the Day 2.28.12

I created this blog as a way to let people discover new music. So I have thrown out bands that not many people may know, but I have also thrown out some popular artists as well. Tonight I am going with the popular route. Mainly because I am listening to him right now, but also because his music is just that awesome. I am talking about Sir Elton John. I own three of his albums on vinyl, and let me tell you there is no other way to listen to his music. It is incredible coming out of my stereo. I am going to go with one of my favorites by him. It is one of his more popular songs, but it is way too good to pass up. Here is Elton John with Tiny Dancer

Song of the Day 2.27.12

I'm feeling a bit weird mood wise when it comes to music right now. A part of me doesn't really know what to listen to, and when something comes on I'm not sure if it's right. So to match my weirdness in mood I have chosen some weird music to listen to tonight. Off their album Trilogy I am listening to Emerson, Lake and Palmer and the track Trilogy

Song of the Day 2.26.12

Dr. Dog is an interesting band. Not just because of the name, but their music is intriguing. I had first discovered them with their album Fate. It was kind of folksy in the sound, and I wasn't really sure if I liked it when I heard it. I put it away and didn't really listen to it much. Then their album Shame Shame came out and I was a little more hooked. It had a better sound in my opinion and I really enjoyed it. But again it kind of lost some traction and went by the wayside. Just recently, they put out a new album called Be The Void. THIS is the album I have been waiting for from them. I absolutely love it and recommend it to any indie fan. Tonight I give you a taste off this album. Here is Dr. Dog with Lonesome.

Song of the Day 2.25.12

Almost forgot to write something tonight and give you all a song. Since that is the case I don't have a whole lot to say about it all. So as for a song, oh yeah here we go. I have been listening to Polar Bear Club a lot lately. I have been enjoying their sound and what they bring to the table. It's modern punk, a lot like a Rise Against, but with a little more less redundant sound. That isn't to knock Rise Against, but let's face it their sound hasn't been the greatest over their past couple records. So anyway here is Polar Bear Club with 3-4 Tango.

Song of the Day 2.24.12

I love old psychedelic rock from the 1960s. There was so much obscurity about it that made it awesome. Bands like Pink Floyd and The Rolling Stones were starting off well. And then bands like The Beatles and The Grateful Dead were leading the way with the psychedelic movement. One band that I really like from this time are The Electric Prunes. They have a unique sound that to me if you listen closely (especially in tonight's song) has a little punk rock flair to it. Maybe I'm just hearing things. I don't know. But what I do know is that tonight I give you The Electric Prunes with I Had Too Much To Dream Last Night

Song of the Day 2 .23.12

I've been trying to dig deeper into the local music scene a lot more. San Diego has had some great bands come out of it, and there are a lot more that are still trying to make it big. I'm fairly new to the scene, so if there are any suggestions to someone I should check out let me know. One band that I will showcase tonight is from San Diego. They are starting to make it big, and I think in the next couple years they will be more better known. I saw them last year on the same bill that had Manchester Orchestra, The Dear Hunter, and White Denim. They are awesome live if you ever get the chance to see them. Here is Little Hurricane with Haunted Heart.

Song of the Day 2.22.12

Let's go to Australia for tonight's song. No not rock and roll with ACDC, I'm going country with Keith Urban. I have been listening to him quite a bit recently, just because his music is that good. I'm going with one of his more powerful songs that tells an interesting story. Just listen to the lyrics and feel the song. And when all is said and done enjoy the solo at the end too. He may be country, but he plays a mean guitar too. Here is Keith Urban with Stupid Boy

Song of the Day 2.21.12

WOOHOO! I am over 1000 page views total. Now for running this thing since December that probably isn't a whole lot, but hey when I get maybe 20 people to look at it maximum in one night it's good enough for me. Tonight I am giving you an awesome band. Everybody should know them, and if you don't then what is wrong with you. Off their album Doolittle I give you The Pixies with Monkey Gone To Heaven

Song of the Day 2.20.12

As today was the first day for pitchers and catchers to workout and get prepared for spring training I am in a huge baseball mood. Tonight I am going to give you all a little baseball mood music. Stemming from the voice of John Fogerty, the voice of Creedence Clearwater Revival. I think you probably already know where I am going with this. Here is John Fogerty with Centerfield.

Song of the Day 2.19.12

Consider this post for today to be my writers block. I don't know what to write or who to write about. the bands that I have listened to today I have already posted. So I really don't know who I should post. Time to just jump into it and post something random. How about a little blast from my childhood. Let's go with a little band called Everclear and their hit I Will Buy You A New Life

Song of the Day 2.18.12

I'm currently watching Hangover 2 right now. So with that in mind I am picking a song that is played during the movie. From the Piano Man himself Billy Joel I give you a song off his album Storm Front. This is the same album from 1989 that gave us We Didn't Start The Fire. It also has Leningrad and another of my Billy Joel favorites (as well as one of my favorite covers that Garth Brooks did) Shameless. But tonight I give you neither of those. Instead here is Billy Joel with The Downeaster "Alexa".

Song of the Day 2.17.12

I've been listening to a lot of different music lately. Right now for instance I have The Grateful Dead playing. Earlier today I hit a bit of nostalgia when I was in my car with POD's Satellite. One band that I have been listening to a bit of is White Denim. They are a jam band from Austin, Texas and they are awesome. I saw them live once along with The Dear Hunter and Manchester Orchestra. Their style of music fit right in with the other bands. I recently picked up one of their live albums, and today I picked up their newest album "D."It is an incredible listen, I really enjoy it and I hope you do to. So tonight I give you White Denim with Street Joy.

Song of the Day 2.16.12

Yesterday I had talked about two new bands that I have discovered that I will be seeing live in a couple months. All Get Out is one of the bands opening for La Dispute. The other band that I am excited about is Balance and Composure. Hailing from Doylestown, Pennsylvania (same as great band Circa Survive), here is Balance and Composure with Galena

Song of the Day 2.15.12

In April I am seeing the band La Dispute for the second time. They are a pretty good live band, so naturally I am excited. But I am even more excited now because I have been listening to the opening bands on Spotify. Tonight and tomorrow I will be giving you a song from the two bands that I have been listening to like crazy lately. Tonight I am going to start with All Get Out. The song is a great rocker that is pretty catchy in my opinion. Here is All Get Out with Lucky Bastard

Song of the Day 2.14.12

Seeing that it's Valentine's Day I guess I should post a love song. I don't really want to, but I guess I will. There are a lot of good ones out there. Let's go with some alt-country tonight for a love song that I have always enjoyed. Here are the Avett Brothers with January Wedding.

Song of the Day 2.13.12

Every week I look forward to what new music is coming out. Some weeks are definitely better than others. I have bought anywhere from zero to 10 CDs in one day in the form of new releases. This week is one of those slow weeks for me. There really are only two releases that I am looking forward to coming out tomorrow. The one that I am showcasing tonight comes from a band that has been around for a few years and that I found just a couple years ago. The band is called Shearwater. Their popular song is called Rook, but I'm going to give you all something from their last release that I absolutely love. Their new album comes out tomorrow, but off their last album The Golden Archipelago I give you Shearwater with Black Eyes.

Song of the Day 2.12.12

I won't write too much again tonight, just because I don't have a whole lot to say. I am excited for what is to come from tonight's band. They already have one album under their belt, but their newest song is already blowing up. This leads me to believe that their newest album which comes out in a couple weeks is going to explode as well. Here is Fun. with We Are Young

Song of the Day 2.11.12

Let's take a trip tonight across the pond to the United Kingdom. I'm speaking of Scotland to be exact. A lot of radio rock bands start to sound the same after a while. It takes a rare gift for a band to sound unique, but be accessible to the masses at the same time. Biffy Clyro is the perfect example of this. This band is proof to me that most American's have horrible taste in music. These guys are HUGE in their home country, but haven't quite exploded over here. Maybe it's for the better, but the deserve a lot more credit. A couple nights ago I talked about cover songs, well Biffy does an amazing cover of Rihanna's Umbrella. Seriously go check it out, it's awesome. So tonight I hope that I am introducing you to someone that you will fall in love with. And if you have already listened to them before, then I applaud you in your efforts to discover great music. Here is Biffy Clyro with Many of Horror.

Song of the Day 2.10.12

Let's go a little country tonight again. Dierks Bentley released a new album this week, and it's nothing short of awesome. Led by the single "Am I The Only One" and the title track "Home" it is a great all around listen. My favorite song off of it so far is a laid back song about just living life. Here is Dierks Bentley with Tip It On Back

Song of the Day 2.9.12

I love discovering new artists and bands. I love the classics, but I really like finding bands that take what the legendary artists have done and expand on that. Rarely does a band or artist make the big time and actually have talent. There is a lot of no talent out there, which bugs the hell out of me. I was browsing Spotify the other night and the number one song was by someone that I hadn't heard before so I thought hey let's check this out. I was pleasantly surprised. I was a little nervous because the number 2 song was Rack City by Tyga, and that shit is horrible. So tonight I give you the number 1 song on Spotify by Gotye entitled Someone That I Used To Know

Song of the Day 2.8.12

Cover songs go either way for me. Sometimes the cover is really good and on par with the original song. Other times (and most of the time for that matter) are really really bad. I think for an artist to do a cover song they need to embrace the spirit of the artist who made it original to begin with. At the same time they need to make it their own. It's not an easy task. For this reason a lot of bands ultimately fail at cover songs in my opinion. Rarely is there a cover song that surpasses the original, or can be deemed as great as the original. Just a couple that come to mind are Hurt which Johnny Cash had covered from the original Nine Inch Nails, and Turn The Page by Bob Seger covered by Metallica. One of the best covers of all time is one that in my opinion exceeds the original. I am talking of Hallelujah as sung by Jeff Buckley. The song was originally written and recorded by the legend Leonard Cohen. Tonight I will give you that song from the tragic singer that was taken from this world way too early. A common trend for amazing artists. Here is Jeff Buckley with Hallelujah.

Song of the Day 2.7.12

So one of the other singers that I saw the other night (along with Evan Weiss of Into It. Over It.) was Matt Pryor of The Get Up Kids. For those that haven't heard their music, you are in for a real treat. I hope you enjoy this song as much as I did when I first heard it. I got the vinyl for their album today called There Are Rules. I spun it once and then had to go back to this song again because it is so good. Here is The Get Up Kids with Keith Case

Song of the Day 2.6.12

I have had a fairly shitty past week or so. This song tonight is a good summation of how I feel at times. Here is Dredg with Zebraskin

Song of the Day 2.5.12

Last night I was introduced to an artist that I think everyone should listen to at least once. Evan Weiss is the front man (and only main artist) for the band Into It. Over It. I have been instantly hooked since I have listened to him sing. This song is incredible in my opinion. I'm not entirely sure what else to say about it other than you need to listen to it now. Here is Evan Weiss of Into It. Over It. with Midnight: Carroll Street

Song of the Day 2.4.12

Tonight I am seeing the Where's The Band concert. This consists of various singers from some bands doing an acoustic set of their songs. What I am excited to see is that Dustin Kensrue of Thrice will be playing tonight. He is only playing three shows on this tour and San Diego is lucky enough to be one of those shows. It should be a fun and interesting show to see. Here is Dustin Kensrue with I Knew You Before

Song of the Day 2.3.12

I don't feel like writing a whole lot today. Let's go a little country tonight for one of the most powerful songs that I have heard recently. I love this one. Here is Blake Shelton with God Gave Me You

Song of the Day 2.2.12

Kristofer Dommin, the lead singer of the band Dommin has declared today Dommin Day. To celebrate I am wearing my Dommin tshirt and was listening to nothing but Dommin in my car. That is a lot of "Dommin" in two sentences. To continue on with this day my song of the day will be by them. The task at hand is to find which song to post for you all. The biggest issue is they don't have a bad song at all. Their album "Love is Gone" came out in 2009 and it is one that I think any fan of music should have in their collection. Maybe I am biased because they are incredible, but whatever. Go get it. I'm demanding it. Here is Dommin with Tonight

Song of the Day 2.1.12

It's February now, and that means this is the 32nd post of this year on this blog. I feel like I have done a pretty decent job at keeping up with this and bringing a new song every day so far. I hope to continue this and bring you more good music as the year goes. I still want to start writing reviews, and I will, that is when I find the time to sit down and accurately share my opinion on this years albums. Tonight I am bringing you a song from The Airborne Toxic Event. I heard it come on my ipod the other day and relived some memories with it. It's a great track with one of my favorite lines in music, "It may be better to move on and to let life just carry on and I may be wrong. Still I'll try. Because it's better to love whether you win or lose or die. It's better to love and I will love you until I die." Beautiful. Here is The Airborne Toxic Event with The Graveyard Near The House 

 

Song Of The Day 1.31.12

Let's end January with a bang. What better way to do that then with the dark and brooding, yet soulful sounds of Type O Negative. Peter Steele had one of the best voices in metal music history. Unfortunately his life was cut too short a couple of years ago. RIP Peter and here tonight is Type O Negative with Black No. 1

Song of the Day 1.30.12

Tonight let's go to the Great White North and pull down a couple of sisters to sing to us. I'm of course talking about the wonderful twin sister set of Tegan and Sara. These girls make wonderful music together and are a band that everyone should listen to. I'm going to go with the title track of their fourth album tonight. Here are Tegan and Sara with The Con

Song of the Day 1.29.12

The River. It's a title that has been used for many songs. I can name at least a few bands that have a song called The River. One of my favorites being by Manchester Orchestra. Tonight's song is not that one though. No tonight we are going to an album from 1990 called The River by no other than Bruce Springsteen. The man knows how to write hits, whether it be Born In The USA, Born To Run, Dancing In The Dark, or The River. It's an awesome song. Here is Bruce Springsteen with The River

Song of the Day 1.28.12

I am about to watch The Breakfast Club. So here is tonight's song. I think you'll know why

Song of the Day 1.27.12

I was supposed to see tonight's band last year two days before my birthday. They were supposed to open for Kings of Leon before the tour was canceled. I was royally pissed off. I am talking about Band of Horses. These guys are incredible with their sound. I got into them on their second album Cease To Begin which is amazing. Their third album came out two years ago. But tonight's song comes from their first album Everything All The Time. I had been meaning to get the album for the longest time, but never did. However, yesterday I was up at Lou's Records and saw it on vinyl and I thought hey might as well. And let me tell you it is a beautiful record with so much emotion. I can't get enough of it. Here is Band of Horses with The Funeral

Song of the Day 1.26.12

I love prog rock. That should be evident by now at least a little bit with my earlier post of King Crimson. There are a lot of progressive rock bands out there now that in their own rights bring a lot to the table. One of my favorites to come out of this genre is Umphrey's McGee. They released an album last year entitled Death By Stereo. I think this one was meant to be more of a commercial release because the songs aren't as up to par as what they are capable of doing. However, there are a few gems to be found here. I say this about a lot of bands that I love, but a bad Umphrey's McGee song is better than 99% of the music that is out there. What I love about the song that I chose is that it's a tale of two different songs. The first half is full of singing and an offbeat time signature for the backing music. Then the second half is followed up with a beautiful bass and guitar solo. The best part is the transition between the two. I hope you enjoy. Here is Umphrey's McGee with Search 4

Song of the Day 1.25.12

Lamb of God is back! The band has had a couple of just okay records in the past few years. Their newest album Resolution goes back to what they do best. I have enjoyed this album a lot since picking it up yesterday and it really is a great way to start off the year. It's hard hitting, it's brutal and will leave you coming back for more. That is if you like this type of music. I promised variety and here it is. Here is Lamb of God with King Me

Song of the Day 1.24.12

Tim McGraw had a new CD come out today (finally). It took a while to come out due to his court case with his record label Curb. They said that he was making music too fast and wouldn't promote it. Tim McGraw won and therefore we now have the CD. Makes me pissed that record companies do that, but I guess it's the nature of the game. Explains also why a lot of artists are releasing stuff independently now. Here is Tim McGraw with Die By My Own Hand off Emotional Traffic

Song of the Day 1.23.12

Let's go back to the 60s again tonight for a great song. King Crimson was the first progressive rock band on the market. With their album "In The Court of the Crimson King" comes the progressive movement and a more acceptable form of art rock. It can be said that if this album wasn't successful then modern progressive bands might not be as acceptable. So tonight here is King Crimson with 21st Century Schizoid Man

Song of the Day 1.22.12

Just listened to this song on vinyl therefore it is my song of the day. I found Fleetwood Mac's Rumors at a record store today and I'm spinning it right now. Sounds beautiful. Here they are with Go Your Own Way

Song of the Day 1.21.12

Been a very busy day for me. Finally moved the stereo that has been in a closet for years into my room along with the speakers. Hooked my turntable up to that and now I have the best damn sound system ever for such a small room. I am excited that I can finally listen to my records the way they are meant to be heard. Of course this meant a full day of reorganizing my room and getting rid of shit and sorting through so much more. I can't believe it's almost 10 at night here in San Diego, where has the day gone. Oh well, The Aztecs won today and that's all that really matters right now. Tonight's song is a good one, I think, I'm still thinking about which song to put up right now. Okay here's one that I have been listening to in the car a lot. Here is Enter Shikari with Search Party

Song of the Day 1.20.12

In the late 1960s no man inspired more artists and music than Ravi Shankar. The sitar and Indian classical music can be heard in so many songs during the time ranging from The Byrds to The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. The man was everywhere. George Harrison spent a lot of time with Ravi and thus influenced a lot of The Beatles music. It can be heard most notably in Tomorrow Never Knows off their album Revolver. Tonight's song is from Ravi Shankar's performance at The Monterey International Pop Festival. The festival is most famous for Jimi Hendrix's performance that culminated in setting his guitar on fire. Here is Ravi Shankar (not entirely sure the name of this piece).

Song of the Day 1.19.12

If you're looking for fun rock and roll look no further than tonight's band. Foxy Shazam has been around for a few years now and will be releasing their third album next week entitled "The Church of Rock and Roll." They just released a new song off the album and it is awesome. The video is pretty damn hilarious too. Their last album, which was self titled, was one of my favorite albums when it came out. Still is a fun listen. These guys know how to rock and rock hard. So without any further ado here is Foxy Shazam with Holy Touch

Song of the Day 1.18.12

Today marked my last first day of school. Starting a new semester and my final semester is bitter sweet I guess you could say. It's nice to know that I am almost done, but at the same time reality strikes that I have to figure out the real world now. The safety net of school is almost gone. Oh well time to write a new chapter of my life. Tonight's song has nothing to do with what I just wrote, but it is till a good one. I hope you all like it. Here is Tom Waits with Bad As Me