The Veils

So it's the holidays and I have time to do things other than studying.. I saw this movie called Mr Brooks, it was very interesting. It's about a serial killer who claims he addicted to killing. I like to think that people have ultimate control over what they do, but I can sort of relate. I do things I shouldn't do even when I know they'll only hurt me. Maybe I don't see it at the time.

This is the song that was playing during the movie's best scene. I will not give it away; you'll have to watch the movie yourself.

The Veils - Vicious Traditions


'He grew a blood red vision for all their good intentions'

The Postmarks

Sometimes, I think too much about the past and get really upset about things that have already happened and there's nothing I can do about. I know this is a silly thing to do. I listen to this song because it makes me feel like I'm over what happened but truly I wouldn't need it if I was.

The Postmarks are great; the lead singer has dreamy voice that helps you lose touch with reality. The second is a very nice cover of the Ministry.


The Postmarks - Good Bye
The Postmarks - Every Day is Halloween


'I'll be gone when you open your eyes.'

Final Fantasy

I went to his concert without listening to much of his work and was blown away. The overhead show is not to be missed.

This is a lovely cover he did of Peach, Plum, Pear by Joanna Newsom.

Final Fantasy - Peach, Plum, Pear


'What was golden went gray and I'm suddenly shy.'

Spinto Band

This is a nice band John introduced me to. Most of their songs are about love. This one is nice.

Sorry that I haven't updated in a while. I've been having roommate troubles and school work troubles and I've become obsessed with Fullmetal Alchemist! An awesome graphic novel from Japan. but I've now read all 17 or so volumes and have no more excuse.

Spinto Band - Oh Mandy


'I got a gnome in the back yard.'

Radiohead

In Rainbows came out of nowhere and it's all I've been listening to lately. Radiohead are the best.

Radiohead - House of Cards


'I don't want to be your friend; I just to be your lover.'

Architecture in Helsinki

This is a lovely, whimsical band from Australia. I don't remember where I heard about them, but their music is always good to escape into another world.

This song makes me sad but also hopeful.

Architecture in Helsinki - The Owls Go


'Finding replacement with a heart sedated, I'll forget you'

Tahiti 80

I heard Tahiti 80 for the first time on Pandora. I think I like them because they're different. And a lot of their music makes me feel happy which is always a hit with me.

These are my two favourite songs by them. I can't decided which I like more so I'll post them both. They have many other good songs so be sure to pick up their albums.

Tahiti 80 - Mr Davies
Tahit 80 - John Steed


'And you, you don't know what you do.'

Bedouin Soundclash

I loooove the Bedouin Soundclash especially their singer's wonderfully boyish voice. I can't explain it, but I love it every time his voice cracks. Maybe because it makes me think he's giving his all no matter what which never fails to make me smile.

Bedouin Soundclash - St. Andrews


'Love come save me too.'

The Shins

I like The Shins because their music is so whimsical and fun! If you haven't, check out all their albums.

The Shins - Baby Boomerang


'Talking with your boots and you're walking with your mouth.'

Beirut

5 or so years ago, I went through a big 'less is more phase' when it came to music. I really like music that was simple and good so that it didn't have to hid behind special effects or anything. (Kings of Convenience, Sondre Lerche, Elliott Smith..)

But in the past year or so, I've been getting more into music with many layers. (I don't know if that is correct music terminology...) I think that I was unfairly biased towards this kind of music before. It's a challenge in itself to balance many sounds and come out with something that doesn't sound over powering. I've found this in artists like Final Fantasy, Radiohead and this artist, Beirut. His music for me, always seems to be on the verge of being overpowering but never crosses the line, just reaping all the benefits of its richness.

Beirut - Transatlantique


'Midnight surrounds you, the moonlight makes you proud.'