I just got back from watching Where the Wild Things Are. AMAZING! So I know that it was probably too weird for most of you who have seen it. But for me, it was my cup of tea. I would expect nothing less from my buddy Spike. And Spike, by chance you're bored and read this - can we grab waffles at midnight and figure you out?
Lead vocal of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Karen O is either still dating or was dating Spike Jonze. So as no surprise, she's the voice of the awesome score for the movie. I bet you didn't know she was Korean/ Polish! Anyway, the soundtrack is beautifully put together. It's definitely a melodic, fun, and sometimes somber album that really does take you through the Spike Jonze's version of a great story from beginning to end. It's a long way from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs but does not lack Karen O's powerful vocals.
Before I leave, here's my favourite Spike Jonze piece. Brilliant! Need I say more? (Apologies for the intro..this is the only version that youtube would allow me to post)
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Not to be mistaken by the robot in StarWars
Just because you can't sing-along, doesn't make it bad. RJD2 has announced another album dropping in January called Colossus - which I'm totally stoked about. His last album The Third Hand, wasn't exactly what I expected from this credited DJ but I'm having high hopes he's going back to his roots. Here's Ghostwriter from his 2002 album Deadringer - it has already paved mega roads by supporting the score for a famous commercial in the UK. Too bad i can't get my hands on it now.
RJD2 - Ghostwriter
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
TRIPLE-WHAMMY
This, as you can see, is my first blog. Bare me with your harsh criticisms for now. You can put your trust in me that I will deliver on music-taste-excellence and also offer some knowledge or two about the artist(s), production, and sometimes when I'm really feeling it, I'll disect a rhythm or two.
This will be left short and sweet since my dog needs to unload his bowels. :)
SO, you've got Santogold aka. Santi White, Julian Casablancas, and Pharrell Williams. 3 Amazing artists you wouldnt even think to mesh together. This is what you get. My Drive Thru. Santogold and N.E.R.D. have been recently known for their big beats. So, collaborating with one of my favourite vocals (JC) just before his album drops in NA couldn't have been more timely.
