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Tracy Byrd – "Ten Rounds With Jose Cuervo" (2002)

2011/01/10

This song is fun! From what I hear, if you go too far with tequila than you tend not to want to drink it ever again. (Fortunately I have avoided this situation and can still enjoy a tumbler of the good stuff, Patron Silver, on occasion.) However, a shot or two of José will certainly take the edge off in a pinch, lemon and salt or not!

G turned on the country station yesterday, and inevitably, they played this song, and inevitably it is stuck in my head this morning! It was as inevitable as praying to the porcelain gods after over 10 rounds with José Cuervo.

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Click here for more info on Tracy Byrd – The Truth About Men – "Ten Rounds With Jose Cuervo".

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She & Him – "Why Do You Let Me Stay Here?" (2008)

2011/01/03

Zooey Deschanel is great, and who doesn't like her duo gig with M. Ward, in "She & Him"? Also G pointed out during our brief sojourn into Brooklyn last year (2010), Zooey Deschanel's haircut and overall look, have become quite popular among the 20-something year olds of the day. Or perhaps that is just "the look" to have these days? Being a man and bald though, I have a ways to go!

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Click here for more info on She & Him – Volume One – "Why Do You Let Me Stay Here?".

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Top 10 Albums of 2010

2011/01/01

It was good year. I had a tough time picking out this list and I also just downloaded a number of albums that are probably contenders, I just haven't listened to them yet. I reserve the right to amend or replace this list later, but if this list helps you find some new music, then my work here is done!

Here are some of my favorite albums from 2010, but you be the judge:

1. Arcade Fire – "The Suburbs"

After seeing them live in August 2010, I went on an Arcade Fire bender. The Suburbs still ring out in my mind. Rococo!

2. Junip – "Fields"

Junip's album, headed by lead singer José González, is thoughtful, and perfect for a cloudy day.

3. Sleigh Bells – "Treats"

Abbrasive and yet you can dance to it? Good for when you're feeling pissed off or bouncing happy? More noise pop please!

4. Aloe Blacc – "Good Things"

The bit of Soul we'll all need for the year that has passed, and the year yet to come. Hey hey!

5. Girl Talk – "All Day"

Raising the bar for mashup artists everywhere, Girl Talk has taken 350 of your favorite songs mashed into one brilliant song. You have been informed.

6. Janelle Monáe – The ArchAndroid (Suites II and III)

Funky, then soulful, dancing then some blues. Janelle is all over the place in a good way!

7. Vampire Weekend – "Contra"

Paul Simon (or at least the "Paul Simon" of the album "Graceland") would approve. I approve too!

8. Jónsi – "Go"

Songs from a boy from another world. Beauty with a beat, and feathers at times.

9. Neon Trees – "Habits"

Pop + Post-Punk. Keeps the blood flowing. Oo… oo! I want some more!

10. Broken Bells – "Broken Bells"

The Shin's singer, James Mercer, and Danger Mouse's collaborative and solid album, and one that will certainly grow on you.

As I mentioned a year ago, I was likely going to amend/update the 2009 list. Rather than change it and make some painful cuts, here are 10 more from 2009, that I didn't fully appreciate until 2010:

1. Florence + the Machine – "Lungs"

2. The Bird and The Bee – "Ray Guns Are Not Just the Future"

3. The Temper Trap – "Conditions"

4. La Roux – "La Roux"

5. Mumford & Sons – "Sigh No More"

6. One EskimO – "One Eskimo"

7. Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros – "Up From Below"

8. Miike Snow – "Miike Snow"

9. Phoenix – "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix"

10. Meaghan Smith – "Wish Upon A Star"

If you're curious, here is my original 2009 list, though I think perhaps The XX deserves a higher number!

1. Franz Ferdinand – "Tonight"

2. Metric – "Fantasies"

3. Röyksopp – "Junior"

4. Coconut Records – "Davy"

5. The Sounds – "Crossing The Rubicon"

6. Owl City – "Ocean Eyes"

7. Grizzly Bear – "Veckatimest"

8. Matt & Kim – "Grand"

9. Animal Collective – "Merriweather Post Pavilion"

10. The xx – "xx"

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Beach House – "Zebra" (2010)

2010/12/31

I've learned a lot this year… or rather taken things to heart that others have been telling me for years. "Don't sweat the small stuff." (Richard Carlson) "Very often we are our own worst enemy." (Louis Binstock) "If you're not having fun, you're doing something wrong." (Groucho Marx) … stuff like that.

I've also found that going with your gut instinct and impulses is being truer to yourself, and it saves a lot of time fretting and worrying about, which is rarely worth it. "Do, or do not. There is no 'try.'" (Yoda in "The Empire Strikes Back")

I have also learned that I like the sounds of zebras, duplicating them with G and my sister-in-law, and this song named for the magnificent beast. Listen for yourself:

Happy New Year Everyone!

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Click here for more info on Beach House – Teen Dream – "Zebra".

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Sam Cooke – "Cupid" (1961)

2010/11/30

This song is so good!

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Damien Rice – "9 Crimes" (2006)

2010/11/27

A nice depressing song, for a nice depressing day. You prepare for the holidays and the new year in your way, and I will in mine. Next up, toy shopping!

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Click here for more info on Damien Rice – 9 – "9 Crimes".

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Montgomery Gentry – "Lucky Man" (2006)

2010/11/25

I've got a lot of the things Montgomery Gentry has, so I'm pretty lucky myself. I'd go so far as to say you're pretty lucky too! If you are reading this, then you probably have Internet access… things could be worse! You could lose your connection, right!?

PS: Instead of the coffee can, G and I have a "money bunny". It is an old Nestle Quik brown plastic can shaped like the Nestle Quik bunny. It is nice and quiet when I drop my 2 cents in there, and it doesn't break or dent when it falls over. Perfect. Everyone should have a little money bunny, for themselves and their honey.

PPS: Country is always so sappy, isn't it!? TSotD belongs that short bursts of country music is A. O. K. However, as my cousin and his girl pointed out to me, consistent long term exposure to country music can be hazardous to your health.

PPPS: Happy Thanksgiving!

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Click here for more info on Montgomery Gentry – Some People Change – "Lucky Man".

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