Little Jackie - The World Should Revolve Around Me
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Monday, October 13, 2008
We have more than music on our minds
http://zazzle.com/musicisourhigh*
http://werereadingandwriting.blogspot.com
http://californiahomeschoolin.blogspot.com
http://whatisrunningthroughourminds.blogspot.com
http://whatwehaveseen.blogspot.com
http://myspace.com/musicisourhigh
http://www.shelfari.com/musicisourhigh
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Sunday Soothing Sounds - Oct. 12, 2008
503. Wonder Girls - Best
504. Solange - Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams
505. B-Wish - Power of Love
First Song of the Day - Julie Brown
Julie Brown - Homecoming Queens got a gun. I've been singing it since I woke up.
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Alaskan Independence Party: The Last Refuge of a Scoundrel
It is a bit telling that both McCain and Palin are going this route. Maybe they need to re-read their Bible especially the part about bearing false witness
About Sarah Palin
Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Younger Military Families Closing Ranks Around Obama
I am glad to see many of the military not going along with the blatant lies of the McCain camp.
We should all be wary of people who try to divide a country rather than unite it Obama has always supported our military and anyone can check his voting record to find out. I would advise all people to look up the Senate votes online for Obama and McCain, you can clearly see who has voted for and against things and also who has repeated missed votes.
Out here there is an advertisement taking Obama to task for missing some votes but I find it so hypocritical since McCain has actually missed far more. I believe (and it is public record) that McCain has missed the most votes in the Senate.
Do your homework. McCain is boldly repeating many lies and misstatements even after being factchecked on them by many non-partisan organizations as well as papers.
About Barack Obama
Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
DON'T MISS THIS EVENT - OCT. 9, HOLLYWOOD
MTV sponsored Obama Fundraiser in LA
Obama Club Night/ Concert Orchestrated by Young Adults (Open to the general public)
Indoor Area for Dancing
Outdoor Area for Bands
This Thursday (the 9th) at Boardners in Hollywood.
1652 N. Cherokee Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028
Cross streets are Hollywood and Cherokee.
Minimum donation at the door is $5 dollars from 9-10, and $10 after.
Drinks are half off for the first hour!
All proceeds go towards the Obama campaign.
Register to vote, buy Obama t-shirts, stickers, yard signs and posters, take pics, meet fellow supporters!
Club pictures will be taken by the famous fashion and pop culture photographer Dirk Mai (aka Fingers Crossed)
The DJs performing are:
-Morgan Page
-DJ Loli
-Dan Oh
-Gina Turner
- Shark
-Michael
ETC.
The Artists performing live music are:
- Vas DeFrans (who played at this last coachella)
- Miranda Lee Richards
- Raine Maida
The event is being put on by Ray "Cliche" Jimenez and Two Step Promotions
The event is sponsored by F.A.M.E, Souncheck.MTV.com (mtv), and Indie 103.1
Travis Barker Breaks Silence: "I'm Just Thankful To Be Alive"
We wish Mr. Barker a speedy recovery and pray for him and his family as they deal with this.
Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Mr. Children MV
I've heard about Mr. Children before but this is the first song/video I've watched from them so thought I would share - AnOldieButAGoodie
Monday, October 6, 2008
H.O.T. 's Happiness video
We recently checked out a concert video from this group. I had not heard of them before. They seem to have had a large fanbase. I don't believe they are together as a group anymore
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Upcoming Live Shows - Check them Out
CALIFORNIA
Burmah Flores
10-07-2008 19:30 at Tuesday Night Cafe (Andrew & Sue Jin collabo)
120 Judge John Aiso, Little Tokyo Los Angeles, California 90012
Cost: Free
Rick
10-18-2008 21:30 at Rick Lee in the mix every Saturdays @ Blazin Saturdays FREE ALL NIGHT @ Funky Monkey Bar in Hayward
22554 Main street (Between A & B street downtown Hayward), Hayward,
Cost: FREE
Blazin Saturdays weekly FREE ALL Night Rick Lee in mix 22554 Main Street in downtown Hayward Top 40 Old School Classics Reggae & R & B Video Mixing Pool Tables Video Games Fully Stocked Bar more info hit Rick Lee up: SBCRickLee@gmail.com
MAKENA
10-25-2008 17:00 at Puahi’s Polynesian Ho’ike
Temecula, California
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Same Title, Different Song (Sometime Remakes): This Love
I noticed that sometimes I'll look for a song just to find out that so many titles are used repeatedly so I thought it would be fun to share some of my finds - AnOldieButAGoodie
Today's Title: THIS LOVE
1. Angela Aki
2. Maroon 5
3. Big Bang's Cover of Maroon 5
There's even more but I'll save that for another day
First Song of the Day - Taylor Swift's Our Song
I woke up with this song in my head. It actually reminds me of my mother. Everytime I get in the car she has on a Country & Western station and I often hear this song. I like it. Very talented young lady - AnOldieButAGoodie
Friday, October 3, 2008
THIS JUST IN (from one of our favorite bands)
Just got this in our inbox:
Ahoy fellow Notch-ites!
I hope you've all found your own ways to beat this lingering heat, one that has found it's way into the heart of fall no less! But for all of you who can't seem to shake the heat and can't wait for the change in weather our local meteorologists are promising, the Stella's Notch as always is there to offer green-friendly alternative solutions:
Stella's Notch takes over the radio! LIVE @ 9PM on INDIE104 TONIGHT 10/03/2008!
Sorry for the late notice friends but details of this booking got a little foggy in the recent future and we were unable to notify you properly. For this I accept full responsibility. Sorry. But in any event, for those are able to tune in to the live-internet radio broadcast, visit the INDIE104 website (http://www.indie104.com/indie104/index.html) and click on the toolbar option marked ON AIR. Then click on the available option of "LISTEN LIVE" for a host of ways to get your Notch fix!
Tune in @ 9PM TONIGHT to hear the band do and say interesting things! Music will be played, laughs will be had, and our resident bass player Chadface may even tell one of his patented "hil-arious anectdotes" that he is so fond of. Who knows? Tune in and find out!
http://www.indie104.com/indie104/index.html
Tickets for ROUND 2 of Guitar Center's Rock 'N' Roll Superstarz Battle of the Bands NOW AVAILBLE! SUNDAY OCT. 19! $10!
As you may have already have heard, Stella's Notch dominated their unwitting opponents in open combat last month's Round 1 competition and will be given the opportunity to unleash our awesome might once more! Tickets are now available for this 2nd round of competition taking place Sunday October 19th at Club705 in Hermosa Beach, CA (705 Pier Ave)! This means that we need the full Notch-O army of supporters their in full effect! Tickets can be obtained from your local Stella's Notch ticketing representative (ie. THE BAND) for the low-low price of $10! You can still get tickets at the door for $15. The show starts @7PM so come on out for a rockin' good time!
For advance ticketing info, reply to this email or let us know you'd like tickets via email at stella@stellasnotch.com! It's an all ages event so bring grandma and the kids! We'd love to have them aboard the Stella's Notch PAIN-TRAIN! All aboard!!!!
Stella's Notch rocks acoustic style (AGAIN) in Long Beach!
Due to popular demand and a strong showing at the last acoustic appearance, Stella's Notch has been asked back to the Viento y Agua Coffee House in Long Beach for another performance next month! It may be a little far in advance notice, but at least you can put it in your calendars now! Any and all Notch fans who may find themselves in the Long Beach area on Saturday Nov. 22 swing by the Viento y Agua Coffee House & Gallery (4007 E. 4th St.) at 8PM to get some 100% groovy and rockin' acoustic jams.
For more information, be sure to visit the Viento y Agua Coffee House's official myspace!
www.myspace.com/vientoyaguacoffeehouse
Upcoming Gigs:
Oct. 19, SUN: Guitar Center Battle of the Bands Round 2! Club705, 705 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA @ 7PM
Oct. 25, SAT: Tribal Cafe, 1651 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 @ 9PM
Nov. 22, SAT: Viento Y Agua Coffee House, 4007 E 4th St. Long Beach, CA 90814 @ 9PM
Keep Rockin'!
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"Having been some days in preparation, a splendid time is guaranteed for all!"
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R.I.P. Nick Reynolds (member of Kingston Trio)
Kingston Trio member dies aged 75
Nick Reynolds, a founding member of the Kingston Trio - who spearheaded the US folk music revival of the late 1950s, has died in San Diego at the age of 75.
The musician had been in hospital with acute respiratory disease. He died on Wednesday after his family took him off life support, son Joshua Reynolds said.
The Kingston Trio's cover of the folk song Tom Dooley was a chart hit in 1958, and launched the band's career.
The Trio paved the way for artists such as Bob Dylan and Joan Baez.
"Dad was so happy he turned people onto music in a way that people could really approach it, in a simple and honest way," Josh Reynolds told The Associated Press
Check out Tam Doan
Today while going through the channels I saw an advertisement for her. I had never heard of her before so I figured I would see if I could find something online about her and this is what I found. So this is new to me and I hope you will be open to listening to something new. The song is called May Chieu
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
This clip was playing while I was looking for myspace comment graphics
Pretty catchy tune
Myspace Music
Upcoming Live Shows - Support your local band
INDIANA
Corpus Christi (SIGNS TO VICTORY RECORDS!)
10-03-2008 19:00 at FFC
Jeffersonville/Louiville, Indiana
NEW YORK
6 Day Bender
10-11-2008 20:30 at Crash Mansion
Manhattan, New York
Cost: $10
OHIO
Behead The Tyrant ("THE FILTH" UP NOW)
10-03-2008 20:00 at Gypsy Hut!!
Corner of Spring Grove and Dana in Northside, Cincinnati, Ohio
Monday, September 29, 2008
This song won't leave my mind
Solange's I Decided - here are the lyrics courtesy of elyricsworld.com
I Decided Lyrics
Ooooh
[spoken:]
Can't hear myself,
No00000
Can you please turn it up a little bit more
[verse 1:]
I was a little different;
I didnt do what the fast girls do!
Study my rhythm.....
Now you can speed me up when you want to
Oooh-oh
They were too cool to run the race
You kept the pace put the smile on your face
Go 'head baby (Go 'head baby)
Then I knew he was you (Then I know he was you)
But first you took me around introduced me to your family&friends
And told them how once we met that we would never lose
Oh Boy
I Decided
That you are the him for me
(I Decided)
Oh Boy
Because I decided
That you are the him for me
(yes you are)
Oh My Boy
How's it feel to win it?
When ain't no mountains that you can't move
Your mind is like a prism
For God's light to shine through
Oooh-ooh
They were too cool to run the race
You kept the pace put the smile on your face
Go 'head baby (yeaa) (Go 'head baby)
Then I knew it was you (Then I know it was you)
But first you took me around introduced me to your family&friends
And told them how once we met that we would never lose (never lose, never lose)
Oh Boy
I Decided
That you are the him for me
Oh Boy
Because,
I decided (I Decided)
That you are the him for me (You are the one for me baby yeah)
Oh My Boy (wow boy)
Running me runnin me down
Tellin me tell me wait
Runnin me down and telling me you are never gonna let go
It's the way you've got me (it's the way you got me when you got me baby.ohh now you got me baby )
Running me runnin me down (runnin)
Tellin me tell me wait (tellin me tell me you'll wai-heee)
Runnin me down & telling me you are never gonna let go
It's the way you've got me
baby
baby
baby
baby
babyyyeeee, woow
come here boy
dont break my heart
ooo
le'mme take it from you
(lemme take it from youuu)
baby
baby
baby
baby
babyyy, woow
(cuz were 1 ,and the closer i get to you)
(the more fearfull i become)
and that'll break me in two
(and that'll break me in two)
Because, I decided (I Decided)
That you are the him for me Oh My Boy (oh boy)
Running me runnin me down (runnin)
Tellin me tell me you'll wait (tellin me tell me you'll wai-heee)
Runnin me down telling me you'll wait
Never gonna let go
It's the way you got me
that's the way u
that's the way u got me baby
got me baby
[ Correct lyrics ] These lyrics were corrected by jkp,Bria,bryn,anthony,Suhaylah
Thank you all for your support ! We appreciate it !
eLyricsWorld.com team
First Song of the Day: Shinhwa's Brand New
I actually woke up humming this song even though I have a headache.
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Catching up on my CDs - A Weekend for Music Listening
500. DJ Ozma - I Love Party People
501. Do As Infinity - Need Your Love
502. Random Ninjas - The Random Ep
still loving their Vicious Cycle song and Video
First Song of the Day: Cherry Girl by Koda Kumi
This is a song I think I will always love and will constantly pop in my head from time to time
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Her record sales may not be what they once were
but Janet Jackson has always been a great entertainer
Monday, September 22, 2008
Friday, September 19, 2008
The Barack Obama song of the Day
These are the lyrics to a Sam Harris song - Change is on the Way. Check out his page
CHANGE IS ON THE WAY
(A tribute to Barack Obama) Change -- Change -- Change
Change is on the way.
CHange -- Change -- Change
Change is on the way.
Baby, let me tell you,
I've been up, down,
kicked around,
head over heels.
I see your face,
you're the same way too.
You've been so low,
touch and go,
you know how it feels.
But, hey -- but, hey -- hey!
Listen to me, when I say...
That I feel...
-- Change!
It's in the air!
-- Change!
It's everywhere!
-- Change!
... and we aint gonna pass this way again.
-- Change!
So, take my hand,
-- Change!
and take a stand.
-- Change!
I know together, baby, we can win! Yes!
With a little faith.
-- Faith!
With a little hope.
-- With a little hope!
With a little joy.
Change is on the way!
With a little trust.
-- Trust!
With a little courage.
-- Courage!
In a little while...
Change is on the way!
CHange -- Change -- Change
Change is on the way.
CHange -- Change -- Change
Change is on the way.
Baby, it's a strange time.
We're on a rocky road, overload,
feeling confused.
I look around, and it blows my mind.
It's been so wrong, for so long.
I'm feeling abused.
But, hey -- but, hey -- hey!
Listen to me, when I say...
That I feel...
-- Change!
It's in the air!
-- Change!
It's everywhere!
-- Change!
... and we all have the freedom
to make the choice.
-- Change!
So, take my hand,
-- Change!
and take a stand.
-- Change!
Express yourself, baby. Raise your voice!
With a little faith.
-- Faith!
With a little hope.
-- With a little hope!
With a little joy.
Change is on the way!
With a little trust.
-- Trust!
With a little courage.
-- Courage!
In a little while...
Change is on the way!
We are strong enough,
to weather the road,
till the race has been won.
We can step into the sun.
I got to believe that!
With a little faith.
-- Faith!
With a little hope.
-- With a little hope!
With a little joy.
Change is on the way!
With a little trust.
-- Trust!
With a little courage.
-- Courage!
In a little while...
Change is on the way!
CHange -- Change -- Change
Change is on the way.
CHange -- Change -- Change
Change is on the way.
Change Is On The Way
Written by Sam Harris
Sam Harris Music (BMI)
Guitars & Programming -- Kevin Fisher
Background Vocals -- 'Nita Whitaker, Kenna Ramsey & Sam
Produced by Sam Harris & Kevin Fisher
It's the Weekend Music - Sept. 19, 2008
498. Robbie Robertson & The Red Road Ensemble ~ Music for The Native Americans
499. The Least Worst of the Suicide Machines
Thursday, September 18, 2008
The Barack Obama song of the day
this one cracked me up....
ate a kid?????? still scratching the head on that one
Musicians and Politics - Barbara Streisand
Barbara Streisand has written a blog that is pretty well thought out. It is a good read and it provide DETAILS. Not just mindless statements but details with source information (which is always a big plus for me).
You can check out her blog at: http://www.barbrastreisand.com/index.php?page=statements&n_id=854
Here is just some of the information that she included:
John McCain on Veteran Affairs:
2006 Rating from Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America: D
Veterans Benefits
- May 2008: McCain is currently opposed to the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act (S 22), proposed by Senators Jim Webb and Chuck Hagel, to raise GI benefits to a level similar to those received by WWII vets. The maximum benefit would cover tuition for veterans for up to 4 years at the in-state public university level.
Troop Withdrawal
- September 2007: McCain voted against the Webb amendment calling for adequate troop rest between deployments.
- July 2007: McCain voted against a plan to draw down troop levels in Iraq.
- June 2006: McCain voted against a resolution that Bush start withdrawing troops that year, but did not state a deadline to do so.
Veteran Health Care
- May 2006: McCain voted against an amendment that would provide $20 million to the Department of Veterans Affairs for health care facilities.
- April 2006: McCain was one of only 13 Senators to vote against $430,000,000 for the Department of Veteran Affairs for Medical Services for outpatient care and treatment for veterans.
- March 2006: McCain voted against increasing Veterans medical services funding by $1.5 billion in 2007 to be paid for by closing corporate tax loopholes.
- March 2004: McCain voted against creating a reserve fund to allow for an increase in Veterans' medical care by $1.8 billion by eliminating abusive corporate tax loopholes.
Troop Armor
- October 2003: McCain voted to table an amendment that called for an additional $322 million for safety equipment for United States forces in Iraq and to reduce the amount provided for reconstruction in Iraq by $322 million.
- April 2003: McCain urged other Senate members to table a vote (which never passed) to provide more than $1 billion for National Guard and Reserve equipment in Iraq related to a shortage of helmets, tents, bullet-proof inserts and tactical vests.
(From the Veterans for Common Sense)
John McCain on Women’s Issues
Thursday Thinking Songs - Sept. 18, 2008
496. Robbie Robertson & The Red Road Ensemble - Music for The Native Americans
497. Solange presents Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams
Music We Listened to to make our Wednesday better - Sept. 17, 2008
495. Random Ninjas - The Random EP
I admit listening to this Excellent EP makes me a bit sad with the recent band changes. They are still a bunch of great talents - support them please
Stella's Notch News - Show this Saturday (FREE!)
Stella's Notch rocks acoustic style in Long Beach this Saturday! FREE COVER!
Any and all Notch fans who may find themselves in the Long Beach area this Saturday night should swing by the Viento y Agua Coffee House & Gallery (4007 E. 4th St.) at 8PM to get some 100% groovy and rockin' acoustic jams. And did I mention that it is also 200% FREE? Now you have absolutely no reason not to show, barring previous engagements! For this particular gig we'll be having one of our rare acoustic jam sessions and as such we'll be trying something fairly new with the standard Notch tunes.
Come on down and just chill out with Stella's Notch members Melody, Chad, and Yen! It'll be good times... for everyone. Hope to see you there!
For more information, be sure to visit the Viento y Agua Coffee House's official myspace!
www.myspace.com/vientoyaguacoffeehouse
First Song of the Day: Monkey Majik ~ Around the World
I woke up humming this song so I had to go online and listen to it. The Youtube uploader even included the lyrics - thanks/arigato TecojobichiSensei
Every night I look to the skies and wonder what we did.
Always a naive point of view that breaks us in the end.
If I could find the meaning of it all I'd take the chance.
Maybe in time, we'll walk the mile a change it if we can.
It's now and always,
How did we get this far,
did we get this far, now?
Always,
We're making a brand new start,
just a brand new start, now.
Always,
Nothing can hold me down,
never hold me down, now.
Always,
Wave goodbye to me!
Around the world,
I'll find out why we came to be.
Around the world,
the secret lies in side of he.
Around the world,
I'll find the hero inside me.
But don't run away,
'cause if it's not okay,
I'll change that world,
into something better, honey.
Night after night, we take our time in searching for the clues,
All we can find our situations, hard times to be through.
But when we side together nothing can get in our way.
Using our minds to fight the odds, now watch me save the day.
It's now and always,
How did we get this far,
did we get this far, now?
Always,
We're making a brand new start,
just a brand new start, now.
Always,
Nothing will hold me down,
never hold me down, now.
Always,
Wave goodbye to me!
Around the world,
I'll find out why we came to be.
Around the world,
a secret lies in side of he.
Around the world,
I'll find the hero inside me.
But don't run away,
'cause if it's not okay,yeah.
And you know it's gonna be raining.
And you know it's gonna be hard. (Hard!)
As long as we trust each other,
nothing gonna break apart. Oh no! No!
If you wanna be somebody,
get up on your feet and go-o-o-o.
I know we're gonna meet each other,
somewhere around the globe!
Around the world,
I'll find out why we came to be.
Around the world,
the secret lies in side of he.
Around the world,
I'll find the hero inside me.
But don't run away,
'cause if it's not okay.
But don't run away,
'cause if it's not okay,
I'll change that world,
into something better, honey.
Monday, September 15, 2008
R.I.P. Richard Wright
I'm sure many or all of you know about the death of Richard Wright (Pink Floyd) today. Found this great tribute on Youtube (thanks to prompen3)
via Wikipedia:
Richard William Wright (28 July 1943 - 15 September 2008)[1] was a self-taught pianist and keyboardist best known for his long career with Pink Floyd. Though not as prolific a songwriter as his bandmates Syd Barrett, Roger Waters and David Gilmour, he wrote significant parts of the music for classic albums such as Meddle, Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here, as well as for Pink Floyd's final studio album The Division Bell. Wright’s richly textured keyboard layers were a vital ingredient and a distinctive characteristic of Pink Floyd's sound. In addition, Wright frequently sang background and occasionally lead vocals onstage and in the studio with Pink Floyd (most notably on the songs "Time", "Echoes", and on the Syd Barrett composition "Astronomy Domine").
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Christina Aguilera at the VMAs this year
Another My Girl song I can't let go of
Here's the information given on the youtube page
Song title: Never Say Goodbye
Artist: Mario & Nesty
Album: My Girl OST
Thanks ashishi84 for sharing. It is pretty catchy
Friday, September 12, 2008
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Heard some bad news
It seems that three of the members of one of my favorite bands - The Random Ninjas - have left the band. It is always sad yet understandable to see a parting of the ways with independent bands. I just wish each of the members much success in their professional and personal lives. I may not ever know the reason why but just hope that it all works out (which it usually do)
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Just heard of them today - Jackson Vibe
Funny thing is when I looked them up online I realize that I've heard them before. This song was used in a drama I watched. Now if I can only remember which one
Just saw Jessica Simpson on GMA
She is a horrible performer. She may be the nicest person on earth but she really does not perform nor sound well.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Music Calms the Sunday Savage Beast - 9/7/2008
488. Al Hirt - King of Bourbon Street
489. Robbie Robertson & The Red Road Ensemble
490. Chemistry - Between the Lines
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Friday, September 5, 2008
Music & Politics
Heart have sent a cease-and-desist letter to the Republican Party in the US after controversial Vice Presidential nominee Sarah Palin used their song during her appearance at the Republican National Convention on Wednesday (September 3).
Heart singers Ann and Nancy Wilson say that the Republicans did not ask for permission to use their track ‘Barracuda’. The song is unofficially the theme for Palin, who was nicknamed ‘Sarah Barracuda’ when she played basketball in high school.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
CD's We Listened to - Sept 4, 2008
484. Alex Bugnon - tales from the bright side
485. Al Hirt - King of Bourbon Street
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Friday, August 29, 2008
So many thought this day would be impossible
Saying a prayer for Bessie Mae. So glad you were here to witness the moment.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
John Legend - If You're Out There rehearsal
I love, love, love this song. WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR YOUR FUTURE? FOR OUR FUTURE? FOR THE FUTURE?
Monday, August 25, 2008
Dave Stewart's thoughts on his song American Prayer
Earlier this year when I was recording American Prayer, a song I originally co-wrote with Bono, the phrase, "When you get to the top of the mountain, remember me" seemed to take on a whole new resonance, given the inspirational candidacy of Barack Obama. The song always contained one of my favorite passages from Dr. King, which was hauntingly delivered the night before he was assassinated. King says: "I just want to do God's will. And He's allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I've looked over. And I've seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the Promised Land!" People long for a connection— whether it is to music, to their country, or to a big idea. Regardless of what happens in November, Senator Obama has reminded millions of people that they have the power to connect to bigger ideas. He is, in essence, the embodiment of a new anthem for change. He has continued King's narrative from what was once thought of as a dream to a reality. I find it especially relevant that Barack Obama will accept the Democratic Party Nomination for President 45 years to the day of King's "I Have a Dream" speech.
When we were originally writing the song, Bono was crafting the words in a way that would make people think about the fact that 'America' as a concept was a truly great idea, based on the bedrock of equality. I find it more pertinent than ever to release it now; to the moment America finds itself in, daring to re-imagine itself and its place in the world.
When I set out to make a video for the new version of this song, I wanted to honor all of those millions of people, especially young people, who are, for the first time, feeling empowered to voice their beliefs. I wanted to capture how Obama's message of change has echoed across the broad fabric of what is America. To do that, we've cast the film with an eclectic array of personalities, including Forest Whitaker, Jason Alexander, Whoopi Goldberg, Cyndi Lauper, Barry Manilow, Joan Baez, Macy Gray and Joss Stone. They appear alongside veterans, teachers and everyday citizens— all of whom have been touched by this simple idea of change. As an Englishman, I'm not an expert in all the intricate details of American politics. But as an artist, I understand how rare it is to inspire a connection to a bigger idea or purpose. This video isn't so much an endorsement of Barack Obama as much as it is a celebration of all those who have picked up a sign, who have registered to vote and are working to make the world a better place. So as Senator Barack Obama ascends to the mountain top, let us not forget all of the others who for the past 40 years have sung anthems of change to make this moment possible.
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Political Song of the Day
We'll Get There by Cathy Block.
Refreshing to see so many people wanting to get involved. I find it hopefulness better than hopelessness any day.
-AnOldieButAGoodie
Dave Stewart's American Prayer Lyrics
LYRICS
This is my American Prayer
This is my American Prayer
This is the time to finish what you started
And this is no time to dream
This is the room
We can turn off the dark tonight
Maybe then we might see
American Prayer
American Prayer
And this is the ground
That keeps our feet from getting wet
And this is the sky over our head
And what you see depends on where you stand
And how you jump will tell you where you're gonna land
American Prayer
American Prayer
My oh my
Couldn't get much higher
Lets not kick out the darkness
Make the light brighter
And these are the hands
What are we gonna build with them?
This is the church you can't see
Give me your tired, your poor and huddled masses
You know they're yearning to breathe free
This is my American Prayer
American Prayer
American Prayer
When you get to the top of the mountain
Will you tell me what you see
If you get to the top of the mountain
Remember me
Friday, August 22, 2008
This Creed Song has been stuck in my head the past few days
"With Arms Wide Open"
Well I just heard the news today
It seems my life is going to change
I closed my eyes, begin to pray
Then tears of joy stream down my face
With arms wide open
Under the sunlight
Welcome to this place
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
With arms wide open
Well I don't know if I'm ready
To be the man I have to be
I'll take a breath, I'll take her by my side
We stand in awe, we've created life
With arms wide open
Under the sunlight
Welcome to this place
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
Now everything has changed
I'll show you love
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
With arms wide open
I'll show you everything ...oh yeah
With arms wide open..wide open
[Guitar Break]
If I had just one wish
Only one demand
I hope he's not like me
I hope he understands
That he can take this life
And hold it by the hand
And he can greet the world
With arms wide open...
With arms wide open
Under the sunlight
Welcome to this place
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
Now everything has changed
I'll show you love
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
With arms wide open
I'll show you everything..oh yeah
With arms wide open....wide open
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From my Inbox: Stella's Notch Live
Hello all!
Just a quick reminder about the super clutch gig this weekend in Hermosa Beach, Sunday Aug. 24th! I don't mean to badger your endlessly regarding this gig so let me say this announcement about the gig:
FREE BEER with purchase of STELLA'S NOTCH debut album, "BEYOND WONDERLAND"! Only at CLUB705 this SUNDAY AUG. 24th!
That's right! When you purchase the Stella's Notch debut album "Beyond Wonderland" you get FREE BEER courtesy of Stella's Notch and CLUB705! So not only do you get to listen to some awesome live music that night, but you also get a sweet rockin' CD to blast in the car ride home that night, with you designated driver of course since you will be too colossally WASTED to drive yourself! Remember: The Stella's Notch fully endorses getting royally smashed... but more importantly we endorse drinking responsibly.
So shoot on by CLUB705 (705 Pier Ave.) in Hermosa Beach this Sunday and come get some!
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Monday, August 18, 2008
Monday's Music - 8/18/2008
479. Walt Disney presents POCAHONTAS
480. grace (songs of hope) a benefit for children's hunger fund
481. SMAP
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Sunday songs - 8/17/2008
474. Raja Kumari ~ mix tape
475. Random Ninjas - The Random EP
476. Grapevine - Sabbath/???
477. globe - Don't Look Back/like a prayer
478. Stella's Notch - beyond wonderland
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Songs that pumped up our Saturday - 8/16/2008
471. Tasatsu: Bokura no itsukakan senso
472. Random Ninjas - The Random EP
473. Lead - 4
Enjoy your weekend
There are so many happenings around Los Angeles (many even free), all you have to do is look.
Friday, August 15, 2008
Payday Music - August 15, 2008
466. Fukuyama Masaharu - f
467. M-flo - Expo Expo
468. m-flo loves melody. & yamamoto ryohei
469. m-flo - Beat Space Nine
470. Tasatsu - Bokura no itsukakan senso
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Thursday Tunes - August 14, 2008
461. Instant Romantic Floor
462. Oreskaband
463. m-flo - Astromantic
464. Ryota Nagao - good old days
465. Hitomi Shimatani - Heart & Symphony
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Music that got us through Wednesday - 8/13/2008
458. Yoji Sawamukai The Burst - Trouble
459. Tasatsu - Bokura no itsukakan senso
460. m-flo: Beat Space Nine
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