What Gets My Juices Going

For the most part I like to think of myself as a friendly, relatively easy going (with the exception of germy places i.e public restrooms or sketchy bars) person. But there are a couple of things that really get me and just make me kind of mad. Here they are listed below in no particular order...


1. Old people driving. I mean, don't get me wrong I like old people...well nice old people. Some of them are just mean and judgy. But old people really should not be driving. It's not their fault, but they either drive so slow they are putting others in danger, or they don't actually know what they are doing. Today for example, I almost got hit by a little old man driving a car. When I honked (lightly) he didn't he seem phased, I'm thinking it was because he couldn't actually hear me.

2. Tim Tebow. Yes, the Jesus loving quarterback really really gets my juices going. I had nothing against the Denver Broncos before he came along. To be honest they weren't even on my radar since they are a team from out West and I didn't have to worry about how their season would affect the Jets. But I am so sick of Tim Tebow and all his praise. The whole I am anti-abortion thing really doesn't help his case either.

Thank goodness their is SNL to poke some fun at a guy who really needs to lighten up on the whole Jesus thing. I'm not saying don't believe but don't push into peoples face Tebow, that's just not classy. See below for the Tim Tebow SNL skit.



That's it for the list. Like I said I am a relatively easy going person.

Broken Heart

Have you ever had your heart ripped out of your chest and then broken into a million pieces?!? Well, I know I have. Just recently I finished up a relationship, and our break up was probably one of the hardest ones I have ever gone through, well that's not exactly true a year ago I suffered similar heartache, but that's because that relationship had gone on for 10 years.

Curse you J.K Rowling. You showed me how to love characters and then killed them. That and the fact that you just finished writing the series, I mean you could have written 40 books and I would have read all of them. And 40 isn't really that much, don't you remember Nancy Drew, and the Box Car Twins?!? There were like hundreds of those and I loved every single one, I still have them all on my bookshelf and refuse to donate them to charity. But I digress, back to my broken heart. Well let's just say getting over J.K Rowling and the loveable baggage of Hermione, Harry, Ron, the twins and even Draco who came with her was very difficult, but eventually it was done when I began a new series with new characters that I learned to love. These new characters consisted of Peeta Mellark and Katniss Everdeen, and what was great about them was I never once thought to myself wow Katniss is so badass but is no Hermione Granger. No these characters were so great there was no need to compare. Side Note: For those of you who don't recognize these names please stop reading this blog and go to the nearest bookstore asap! For those of you who do, read on. But yes Suzanne Collins along with her amazing characters have once again done what not many people can do to me, latched onto my heart and then broken it into a million tiny pieces. So in the spirit of my attachment to fictional characters, which seems greater than that of real people I found this amazing image and posted it below. Enjoy! Oh and if you haven't ready Suzanne's Collins' book The Hunger Games or "gasp" Harry Potter you really need to, otherwise I'm not quite sure you will understand the image below.

Source: weheartit.com via Stephanie on Pinterest

That's all for now, Keep Calm and May the Odds Be Ever in Your Favor.

Stevie

The Worst Commercials of 2011

Since I am unemployed I do a lot of three things: 1. watch TV 2. read books 3. surf the internet (not necessarily in that order, because let's be real I can't rank the three things I love, that would be like ranking children). Plus my love for each fluctuates on a day to day basis, I mean sometimes your first born let's call her TV is your favorite until she acts up, like not having anything worthy of my attention. Good thing I'm not planning on having children anytime soon...

Sorry for the tangent, I tend to do that a lot don't I? So back to the three things I love, TV can be great when there is something good on. But even when TV is great, there are always those pesky commercials, and when they are bad they are TERRIBLE! So here are my three top least favorite commercials...like whomever created them...just you wait and see.

Dr. Pepper 10 Commercial: Setting feminism back by 10 years. Not only is this commercials insulting but it's just plain stupid. I mean really? Why wouldn't a woman like to drink Dr. Pepper 10, what makes it so manly. Each time I watch it I get mad and at the same time walk away confused. But what I am most curious about is what the sales are like for this Dr. Pepper 10 drink? I'm hoping bad.

Worst commercial number 2...the Toyota People Person commercial. This was my number one until I saw the Dr. Pepper ad. This commercial is just plain weird, and a little creepy, like every time I see it I get nightmares and imagine those little people people attacking me. Why would I want to drive a car that might have little people hidden in it? I haven't seen this ad in a while, so I am hoping Toyota was able to realize the ad was just plain bad.

Last but not least, the Pudding Face ad. Another weird, kind of twisted ad. Don't advertisers realize we do not want to be scared?! Especially by something we would eat, food should not be scary. That's all I am saying.

And there you have it, my least favorite ads on TV. What are your leas favorite ads from this year?

Hi Let Me Re-Introduce Myself

Sorry for disappearing again, Jeez I apologize to you all a lot about this don't I? Hopefully you will find it in your hearts to forgive me, because I have actually been quite busy working. Yes, your read that correctly I had a job (had being the key word here) but a job non the less. What kind of job may you ask, well I freelanced twice, once as a Production Assistant for the US Open, and the second as a Marketing and Social Media Assistant for the New York Road Runners and ING NYC Marathon (I sound pretty cool right about now don't I).

Although my ultimate goal is to find a full time position being a freelancer isn't all that bad. I like to think of myself as a professional shopper, but instead of shopping around for shoes I shop around for jobs. So it's back to the drawing board I go, or I guess back to shopping around! I do love to shop!

Gahh I'm Overwhelmed...From All This Music!

So there is so much I want to talk to you all about, like the fact that I was about 20ft away from Mother Monster this weekend! Yes, you read correctly I saw Gaga in concert and my high hopes were definitely not disappointed. To be honest she sounds better live then she does on her cd, can't say that about many artists today.

Her concert was super cohesive and perfectly planned out, from the set designs to even the talking that she did in between songs. Not only that but she sang SO MANY SONGS! So many, every single one of her hits plus those that aren't on the radio but are just as amazing. And, if that wasn't great enough she finished off with none other than Born This Way! Let's just the say the night was one big dance party!

Gaga wasn't the only live music I saw this weekend, on Saturday our campus actually brought back a former student named Phil Cohen who pretty awesome! He is more folky but can also drop some sweet beats when it comes to beat boxing. Here's a video someone took of him playing on campus! Definitely give his music a look, he just came out with an EP and I really think he is going to go far, I mean just look at Grace Potter!

In Like A Lion And Out Like A Lamb

Well it is the second day of March and although I am still wearing my down jacket and knit wear scarf I have hope that the month is only going to get better. Just look at the movies coming out!

The first movie I am looking forward to is starring another one of my favorite leading ladies, Amanda Seyfried, I think you all know what movie I am talking about. Yes it is Red Riding Hood, a modern day twist on the story we all know.



The trailer is dark but extremely enticing with some a romantic undertone. Although the film was directed by the same person who directed Twilight, I won't hold it against him. I think Red Riding Hood has a lot of potential like the fact that there will most likely be much better acting...did I forget to mention that Gary Oldman aka Sirius Black is in it too.

The second film I am looking forward to is one that hasn't received too much publicity. It is the story of Jane Eyre, based off the novel by Charlotte Bronte. Now unfortunately I haven't read the book, but after seeing this trailer it is definitely on my to do list for this summer. The movie stars, Mia Wasikowska who was Alice in Tim Burton's rendition of Alice and Wonderland and was also in the Kids Are Alright. She is not as well known as Amanda Seyfried but after seeing her performances in both those films she is slowly becoming one of my favorites and is definitely someone to look out for in the future.



Again another dark trailer but just like Red Riding Hood some more fabulous actors like Dame Judi Dench.

I don't mean to depress you with these dark movies, but that is what is so great about the movies, they allow you to escape. And what better way to escape the lioness characteristic of March then to settle down with a big bag of popcorn and watch a movie. Bring it on March we are ready for you!

My First Real Video Short

This is the first little video short I have made with an actual video camera. I had to consider the angles I was using to shoot, which required us to take multiple shots from multiple angles when filming. Although the sound and picture quality aren't great I am happy with most of the editing decisions I made and how the little short turned out.

Music Monday: Gagaloo...or is it now Tuesday?

 
Paws up for you Mama Monster, she just dropped the music video for Born This Way...check it out.

Unfortunately the site wasn't allowing me to embed the video to my blog so you will have to click on the link above to view it.

Now what should we say about our Mama Monster? Did she outdo herself, are we speechless in awe and for all good reasons? Or are we a little frightened and think she may have taken it too far, I mean it documents her birth and the creation of a new race? But at least it's a race of no prejudice, you go Gaga! Putting the beginning aside, which is quite graphic and is really a huge manipulation of the mind forcing you to see what she wants you to see. Is it really what we think it is or is it just a kaleidoscope of images that are messing with our mind? I'm sorry I'm bombarding you with rhetorical questions but I don't have any answers to this video, I am completely and utterly in awe and I'm not even sure if it's the good awe or the bad awe. But then again maybe that's the point, whether you like her or not you're mouth is going to drop after watching this video.

One thing I do know for sure is that the colors used throughout the video are beautiful and putting the imagery in the beginning aside if you just listen to the narrative that she wrote it is quite touching and beautiful within itself.

Love,

A Little Monster

Music Thursday?

I know it's not Monday but who says it actually needs to be Monday to celebrate amazing music, that's not fair. Plus I can't wait until Monday to tell you guys about this song that I just heard and the amazing music video that goes along with it!

The song is called Go Outside by the NYC duo Cults. This is the first time I have heard of this band, but from this one song I know they are here to stay. The song has a happy melody but once you listen to the lyrics there is definitely more to it, just take a look at the music video (definitely some underlying meaning). Plus, the music video is starring Emma Roberts and James Franco's lil brosky Dave Franco. The video has Emma Robert's fictional character coming out of the tv to join lil Franco in a romp around Paris. Besides the fact that the film begins in Franco's home with the words "Reality Leaves A Lot To The Imagination" subtly (or really not so subtly) printed behind him on the wall is great, but really what gets us are the outfits that Emma is wearing.

MTV Shows

The Signs of Spring

In the spirit of February coming to an end here are some of the signs of spring...fashion wise.

No more big bulky boots! Put away those Ugg boots and whip out some low cut shoes that go great with rolled up jeans.

Or you can always continue to wear your boots but instead of wearing them over jeans try wearing them with a cute skirt or shorts.

Yes, most of us have been wearing scarves throughout winter but it's time to put away the big bulky scarves and substitute them for something lighter and something with a patter or design. We love the knit wear but when spring rolls around the scarf can be a great accessory to any outfit and is a great way to make any outfit young and hip.

And last but not least rock those shades! During winter most of us rarely get the chance to see the sun, so once you see those rays start to peak out don't forget to protect your eyes and look good doing it.

The key...accessorize accessorize accessorize! No longer do we have to hide behind out big bulky jackets and sweaters, or worry about the ice on the pavement eating away at our adorable shoes. No, instead we can finally put together pieces that people will actually get the chance to see, and no better way than to show off the small things that have been hiding in your closet.

Happy Last Week of February!

Music Monday: Music Overload

I want to start off by apologizing for not including in my last Music Monday post the performance of Janelle Monae, B.o.B and Bruno Mars at the Grammys. Because let's be serious anyone who can take us back in time to the '50s but still give us some beats that we can dance to is worthy of mentioning. Unfortunately I have been unable to find a good video of the performance to show to you all but hopefully you were all fortunate to watch it.

On the other hand I have selected Oh Land to be our Music Monday artist. Oh Land is the alias of Nanna Fabricius who is from Denmark. Oh Land is awesome and I have been constantly listening to the two songs of hers I have been able to download, Sun Of A Gun and We Turn it Up. Each song is filled with foot stomping beats that make you want to dance but at the same time when her vocals come in you are immediately put into a trance. If I had to compare her to anyone it would probably be Ellie Goulding. Both are a mix of soft techno beats and pop. Love her!



And for those of you who don't know Ellie Goulding here is her music video for one of my favorite songs of hers Starry Eyed.



Don't you just love Mondays!

Movies Movies and More Movies!!!

I'm a pretty big fan of Indie films or films that don't get much attention and a pretty big fan of Sundance Films since most of them usually end of being better than mainstream...actually scratch that let's just generalize and say all of them. But here are two that have caught my attention and what's really interesting about them is that they actually have some big names in them from Natalie Portman to Kay Panabaker, the star of No Ordinary Family (love love love it!). This isn't the first time Sundance Films have attracted big names, just look at The Kids Are Alright, which received nominations for both the Golden Globes and the Oscars and had actresses Julianne Moore and Annette Bening.



I am not exactly sure how I feel about this film. For some reason it kind of reminds me of Juni, maybe because both films have Rainn Wilson. Or maybe it's the fact that Natalie Portman even kind of looks like Ellen Page, minus the whole pregnant thing...oh wait she's pregnant in real life, but not actually in the movie. Despite my mixed feelings based on the trailer any movie with Natalie Portman (who right now can do now wrong) and Joseph Gordon-Levitt is worth seeing in my book.

The other film that has caught my eye is Little Birds, starring Kay Panabaker, Juno Temple (who was in Atonement) and Kate Bosworth is actually in it. Here's a link to a short article about the film and an interview with the director.

Stairway to Heaven

Since it is my senior year of college I have stated to take notice of interior designing a lot more. Usually when I walk into Urban Outfitters and see the apartment section I just want to take everything home with me and move into my own apartment and start decorating...oh wait I can't afford one yet. But still I think it's good to keep my eyes open for potential interior designing ideas, which is why I am going to introduce you to the amazing designs of these stairs.

No longer do your stairs have to be boring in white, now as you walk up them instead of huffing and puffing from exhaustion you may actually just smile. Of course you probably are still huffing and puffing, beautifully designed stairs won't change that, but on a long stretch maybe you will enjoy seeing the stairs so much that you will like walking up them and will get in really good shape. Too much?

Which stairs do you like more? The yellow ones with the pretty designs or the rainbow ones? I think for a home the yellow ones work best but I am totally in love with the rainbow ones because they are outside. If you haven't realized from my obsession in street art I love when people take advantage of what is already given to them to make something beautiful.

My Own Stop Motion

For those of you who haven't really been following this blog you may not know that I have a slight obsession with stop motion videos. In my Digital Media class we were assigned to make a video that expressed the way that we learn, and to do it creatively. Immediately I knew I wanted to try and make my own stop motion video. Special thanks to my friend Skylar who was kind of enough to agree to star in it last minute. Here it is:



Now I am not sure I am 100 percent in love with it, but I definitely love how the people moving behind Skylar came out, and think that I want to continue making stop motion videos. I think the next one will have to include more movement but for the theme of this project I think not having movement worked best.

Take Me Back...In Time

The comic book phenomenon continues. We all thought 2010 was the year of the comics, with movies like Kick Ass, Iron Man, and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World coming out but it appears the trend is continuing into 2011. And let me tell you, I am pleased. The two movies I'm looking forward to...Captain America: The First Avenger and X-Men: First Class. What's so interesting about these two films is that both of them take place in the past. X-Men: First Class is actually a prequel to the other X-Men films and takes place in the 1960s, while Captain America takes place in the 1940s. Forget the future or even the present we are going retro baby and I'm loving every second of it. Just check out the trailers...

and...



Which movie are you more excited to see???

Music Monday: The Grammys

Last night was the Grammy's and I actually found myself enjoying them for a change. Instead of hating the performances I actually found myself enjoying a select few. Here are my thoughts of the night:

Lady Gaga arrived in an egg, and had to be born again so she could sing her new song "Born this Way" which keeps getting better and better the more I hear it.

Katy Perry was suspended from the sky on a giant swing set and then sang Teenage Dream, where even Nicole Kidman couldn't help but sing along. Although, I was hoping she would sing Fireworks since that is my favorite song of hers.

For all the Gleeks out there our dream came true when Gwyneth Paltrow joined Cee Lo Green on stage to sing Fu...forget You, which had Cee Lo dressed as big bird and Gwyneth looking absolutely stunning in a low cut black onsey (who knew you could make a onsey look good).

But probably my favorite part of the night was Justin Bieber's performance because I think it showed that for him hitting puberty might have been the worst thing to have happened to him. At least before when he sounded like a girl he sounded good, now he just sounds bad. And if his performance wasn't bad enough he didn't walk away with any actual tangible Grammys. Sorry Biebs, but maybe you won't be so cocky anymore.

But alas I lied, the best part of the night was when Arcade Fire won best album of the year! Not only did they deserve it since the album The Suburbs is beyond amazing and has multiple hits on it, but it is nice to see the music industry recognize other genres besides pop and r&b.

Born This Way!

For those of you living in a cave, or are just too busy with your college workload then you may not be aware that Lady Gaga just released her first single titled "Born this Way" from her much anticipated new album. And if you are in that cave swamped with work and haven't found the time to listen to this new wonderful delicious song by Mama Monster then you are missing out, because this song is unlike any other she has put out. Usually it is Gaga's videos that make statements (ahem Alejandro) but this time it is her actual song. Just listen to the lyrics... 

Don't be drag, just be a queen
Whether you're broke or evergreen
You're black, white, beige, chola descent
You're lebanese, you're orient
Whether life's disabilities
Left you outcast, bullied or teased
Rejoice and love yourself today
'Cause baby, you were born this way 
 


Now it is quite obvious that this song references the gays, which are some of her most avid fans, but the song isn't just for them. The lyrics speak to everyone and anyone who has ever felt like they don't belong. And that's great because people don't hear it enough that they are perfect the way they are and as Gaga says, "Just love yourself and you are set."

Thank you Gaga for not only making a song we can all dance to but a song we can sing and gain empowerment from (seems to be quite the trend this year, P!nk and Katy Perry also came out with empowerment songs). I'm totally for it!

My Life As Liz Premiered!

And I kind of missed it :(. And yes I used an emoticon, that's just how upset I am. But my reason for missing it was valid, I had been extremely ill and didn't want to stay up until 11 because, seriously sleep is important especially when you're sick.

But thank goodness for the Internet! I was luckily able to catch up on the first episode through MTV.com, and if you haven't watched it yet it's not to late click here for nerdy hipstery wonderfulness.

After watching the first episode this what I learned:
1. If you fall in a dumpster in NYC you may need some shots afterward but you may also meet a really cute musician.
2. The element of surprise never works!
and
3. I WANT A NERD HERD!!!

But besides learning those three things I also started to think about what my life would be like as a television show. Although Liz is playing herself in her own TV show I think I would rather leave mine to the professionals, which is why I thought long and hard about who should play me in the story of my life. My top two...Natalie Portman and Emma Stone.

Why Natalie? Well first off she is an amazing actress. I mean have you seen Black Swan because I had nightmares for days. I thought I might never be able to look at her the same way, so to rid myself of crazy Natalie nightmares I saw her in No Strings Attached. Let me just tell you this movie is hilarious mostly because of Natalie, which is why she needs to play me. I need someone who is able to play funny yet emotionally complex and Natalie proved she can do it.

Why Emma? Well, anyone who can pull off flaming red hair is okay in my book. Plus she is currently the queen of comedy and proves that in Easy A. Her witty humor in that movie made me gush. She made so many cultural references in one movie I just wanted to be her friend, despite the whole Hester Prynne, sleeping with everyone thing. But, it is a movie and she owned that scarlet "A" so if anything that just makes her cooler.

So who do you think should play me? I'm obviously torn.

Something Warm and Snuggly

I'm feeling a little under the weather right now, and am currently sitting in my bed watching TV. The only problem is something's missing...

One of these guys...

An adorable sock monkey (wish I could sew) or the stuffed animal I have been wanting for a couple years now. I mean come on they are ugly but yet so cute. They are the oxymoron for stuffed animals and I love a good oxymoron.

Music Monday

As promised, ever Monday I will post some of my favorite music, hopefully most of it will be relatively new to you.

The first official Music Monday artist is Alex Winston, a singer songwriter who was born and raised in Detroit. Although I am not much of a folk music fan (besides Mumford and Sons) Alex plays what I would like to describe as softer folk, with cooing melodies.

The girl also knows how to dress. Here's the youtube video for her song Sister Wife, which I am not 100% sure but may have something to do with that Mormon show Sister Wives. If you listen to the lyrics and have seen the show you will understand what I am talking about.

Worst Month Ever!

If you can't tell from the title of this blog, I find February to be the worst month ever. Yes, it may be the shortest month of the year but for some reason it seems to drag on, I think it has something to do with the frigid weather and the depressing feeling that spring will never come. Oh, and who can forget Valentines Day, enough said. But, thank goodness for television, to bring us out of this depressive state even if it's only for an hour and a half week, with the return of Glee and Season 2 of the MTV show My Life As Liz.

Glee officially returned after the Super Bowl and although I don't want to ruin it for those of you who didn't get the chance to catch it after the game, I will tell you this, I officially want to throw a Zombie Prom and listen to the Yeah Yeah Yeahs on repeat. Oh, and Sue Sylvester goes a little nuts, shakes hands with a Carny and buys a giant cannon that shoots humans out of it (intrigued yet?).

Now My Life as Liz hasn't actually returned yet, but we have something to look forward to in the coming week, specifically February 8th. If you have never heard of the show, you are missing out. It's not an actual reality show (shocking I know) but instead is a reenactment of Liz's life as she sees it through her eyes. Now before you write it off as being lame, you need to understand Liz. She is probably one of the coolest people on TV. She is like a dorky hipster who sporadically quotes Star Wars, and I pretty much want to be her friend. I may consider running around NYC (which is where the show takes place this season) to find and befriend her.

So the next time you find yourself depressed over February and the fact that it won't stop snowing, remember that it has given us the Gleeks and Liz Lee. February is officially the month of the G(L)eeks and Dorks and there are officially two things to now look forward to at the end of the day. But, don't get me wrong I still hate you February just not as much.

Green and Yellow

Green and Yellow baby all the way! Although I am not a die hard Packers fan (I actually prefer the Green and White, yes that would mean the Jets) I do like some redemption. So in the spirit of the Packers beating up on the Steelers, and in the spirit of football here's something delicious.

Love Procrastinating?

Then do I have the site for you! Not only will procrastinators rejoice, but those who love quirky, colorful, adorable, lovely images and things will love it too. The site has everything from yoda hats, to great wall decals to the cutest little animals you will ever see.

Are you intrigued? The site is called Pinterest (once you click on it you will get it). Have fun procrastinating!

Numm Numm

So I absolutely love cupcakes, red velvet, just plain vanilla, fun fetti...you get the idea. Lately I have been thinking about cupcakes a lot, more than usual, I'm not sure why but it could have to do with the fact that it is a rare occasion that my school gives us cupcakes in the dining hall.

While I was surfing the web (do people still say that) the other day I came across the coolest, cupcake related item. It wasn't an actual cupcake but they were life size cupcake holders that could actually be used to hold things besides cupcakes, like animals and a small child who wants to take a bath.

But you want to know what I'd use my giant cupcake holder for...lots and lots of smaller cupcakes!

I'm Obsessed with...

You! Hah, have you heard that song? If not click here, because it's great. But really I have a somewhat unhealthy obsession with nail polish (I kind of started to drool when I saw that Wallmart had Essie nail polish).

What I love about nail polish, especially Essie is that it allows you to express yourself in a different medium. I love love love colorful nails like fun blues and greens but I also tend to love neutral colors.

The one color I cannot stand is red, maybe because when I was a little girl my grandmother always used to have red nails and so I think the color makes you look old (I don't mean to be rude). But whatever color you may like, even if it is red that's fine, that's the beauty of nail polish. You can change it up and it can be whatever you want. Use nail polish as an accessory to any outfit or as a way to express yourself. Last year I actually painted my fingers alternate colors. Hey, I think I pulled it off.

Okay this is the one time I actually like the color red because the design is fun and is the opposite of old.

I came across this design, which is like an upside down french manicure and absolutely love it. It's elegant yet fun and the color combo is fabulous. I actually tried to do something similar with my blue and gold nail polish but was anything but successful. However, after seeing this picture I am tempted to try again, if worse comes to worse I will alternate between the two like I've done before. Like I said I totally rocked it.

Award Season

It's that time of year again, where people who love movies (i.e me) start getting a little excited and for a split second forget about -20 degree weather outside. Yes, I'm talking about award season, I have already watched the Critiques Choice Awards, Golden Globes and even the People's Choice Awards. This is what I like to call research for the most important award show out there...The Oscars!

Some predictions...

Best Picture: The Social Network
Actor in a Supporting Role: Christian Bale
Actor in a Leading Role: Colin Firth...but I still like Jesse Eisenber's portrayal of Mark Zuckerberg
Actress in a Leading Role: Natalie Portman
Actress in a Supporting Role: Melissa Leo
Directing: David Fincher for the Social Network
Documentary Feature: I'm going with Banksy's Exit Through the Gift Shop

You heard it here first!

Attention Music Lovers

Who doesn't like music? (rhetorical question for you nay sayers). But seriously, music is like having your emotions expressed through someone else, it does all the dirty work for you. Sometimes I actually find myself wondering what the soundtrack to my life would be, and if you must know I think it would include a little Ke$ha (huge guilty pleasure, I mean have you listened to her lyrics), Florence and the Machine and definitely some fun upbeat alternative music like Vampire Weekend, Yelle or Passion Pit. But that's just me.

But whether you agree with my music taste or not, that's not the point. The point is that there is a lot of music out there that people don't know about, which is the glory of the Internet. It's all out there and who knows you may stumble across the next best thing, but you need to know where to look first.

In the spirit of #musicmonday here are a couple of my favorite music sites...

RCRD LBL
Indie Shuffle

and my all time favorite...

The Chuckness

Your welcome!

Street Art

So I am currently watching a documentary titled, Exit Through the Gift Shop, which by the way you can see on Hulu and Netflix. The documentary is about street art, and mentions artists like Banksy, Shepard Fairey (who was responsible for Obama's hope image) and one of my favorites Space Invader.

But overall what intrigues me the most about street art is the idea that the world is your canvas, and you have the ability to leave your mark on the world, literally. Each artist has their own style or icon so that when your walking around a city you can tell who's art it is. For example, Banksy uses stencils that usually entail political messages, Shepard uses stickers to plaster across walls and Space Invader creates his art through rubix cubes and tiles.














So if you find yourself with some time on your hands check out the documentary because for one it was nominated for an Oscar, two it's pretty cool, and three there's kind of a twist to the whole thing...you just need to watch it.

Update

Sorry for being MIA lately but school takes a lot out of you, especially when you are taking an art class and are stuck in the computer lab for 24 hours straight (yes it did happen). However, in the end it was all worth it and because I am so proud of the work I did in the class I decided I would provide you with the two videos I created. The first one is a mashup, see if you can tell who the speakers are (hint they are politicians) and the second was my final project (a.k.a the reason I was stuck in the lab for so long). Hope you enjoy!