Music Monday -- iPod Shuffle December

Since I've finished my 101 Faves series for Music Monday, I thought I would do something complete different.  I turned on my iPod, hit shuffle, and recorded my first 5 songs.

"Feel Again" by OneRepublic (Native)

"Eyes Wide Open" by Gotye (Making MIrrors)

"Dakota" by O.A.R. (Stories of a Stranger)

"Mrs. O" by The Dresden Dolls (Yes, Virginia)

"The Places You Have Come to Fear the Most" by Dashboard Confessional (MTV Unplugged)

Today's Music Monday will be the last until after the New Year.  Next week, I am starting my traditional holiday break to spend time with family and friends and recharge for 2014. But never fear, I'll be on the lookout for some great new music during that time period.

Music Monday -- OneRepublic "Counting Stars"

I just really like OneRepublic.  It's nothing super different or new, but solid good music.  And I'm really digging their new album, Native.

Lyrics:

[Chorus] Lately I been, I been losing sleep Dreaming about the things that we could be But baby, I been, I been prayin' hard Said no more counting dollars We'll be counting stars Yeah, we'll be counting stars

[Verse 1] I see this life Like a swinging vine Swing my heart across the line In my face is flashing signs Seek it out and ye shall find

Old, but I'm not that old Young, but I'm not that bold And I don't think the world is sold I'm just doing what we're told

I feel something so right At doing the wrong thing I feel something so wrong At doing the right thing I could lie, could lie, could lie Everything that kills me makes me feel alive

[Chorus] Lately I been, I been losing sleep Dreaming about the things that we could be But baby, I been, I been prayin' hard Said no more counting dollars We'll be counting stars Lately I been, I been losing sleep Dreaming about the things that we could be But baby, I been, I been prayin' hard Said no more counting dollars We'll be, we'll be counting stars

[Verse 2]I feel the loveAnd I feel it burnDown this river every turnHope is a four letter word Make that money Watch it burn

Old, but I'm not that old Young, but I'm not that bold And I don't think the world is sold I'm just doing what we're told

And I feel something so wrong At doing the right thing I could lie, could lie, could lie Everything that downs me makes me wanna fly

[Chorus] Lately I been, I been losing sleep Dreaming about the things that we could be But baby, I been, I been prayin' hard Said no more counting dollars We'll be counting stars Lately I been, I been losing sleep Dreaming about the things that we could be But baby, I been, I been prayin' hard Said no more counting dollars We'll be, we'll be counting stars

[Bridge 4x:] Take that money Watch it burn Sink in the river The lessons I learned

Everything that kills me makes me feel alive

[Chorus] Lately I been, I been losing sleep Dreaming about the things that we could be But baby, I been, I been prayin' hard Said no more counting dollars We'll be counting stars Lately I been, I been losing sleep Dreaming about the things that we could be But baby, I been, I been prayin' hard Said no more counting dollars We'll be, we'll be counting stars

[Outro 4x:] Take that money Watch it burn Sink in the river The lessons I learned

Bonus Video: OneRepublic and Michelle Chamuel on S4 of The Voice.  I was totaling rooting for her to win the entire thing.  She is amazing!

Music Monday -- New Music December

Some highlights of finds from Alt Nation.

MS MR "Hurricane" -- I love her voice!

The Neighbourhood "Afraid" -- "Sweater Weather" was a great song and I'm really enjoying this new one...

Lorde "Team" -- She is so hot right now!  I really need to pick up her album.

Cage the Elephant "Come a Little Closer" -- I loved their older stuff, but the new is definitely a nice surprise.

Chvrches "The Mother We Share" -- There's something about this song that makes me sing along every time...

Music Monday -- iPod Shuffle November

Since I've finished my 101 Faves series for Music Monday, I thought I would do something complete different.  I turned on my iPod, hit shuffle, and recorded my first 5 songs.

1. "Criminal" by Fiona Apple (Tidal)

2. "Headlights on Dark Roads" by Snow Patrol (Eyes Open)

3. "It'll Be a Long Time" by The Offspring (Smash)

4. "Catalyst" by Anna Nalick (Wreck of the Day)

5. "Emergency" by Paramore (Riot!)

Music Monday -- Zedd Feat. Hayley Williams "Stay the Night"

Really loving some dance music lately.  I've been hearing a ton of Zedd and I love Hayley Williams, so together they make a great combination.

Lyrics:

I know that we are upside down So hold your tongue and hear me out I know that we were made to break So what? I don't mind

You kill the lights, I'll draw the blindsDon't dull the sparkle in your eyesI know that we were made to breakSo what? I don't mind

Are you gonna stay the night Are you gonna stay the night Oh oh oh, are you gonna stay the night

Are you gonna stay the night Doesn't mean we're bound for life So oh oh, are you gonna stay the night

[beat break]

Are you gonna stay the night Doesn't mean we're bound for life So oh oh, are you gonna stay the night

I am fire gasoline, come pour yourself all over me We'll let this place go down in flames only one more time You kill the lights, I'll draw the blinds Don't dull the sparkle in your eyes I know that we were made to break So what? I don't mind

Are you gonna stay the night Are you gonna stay the night Oh oh oh, are you gonna stay the night

Are you gonna stay the night Doesn't mean we're bound for life So oh oh, are you gonna stay the night Night night night night night....

[beat break]

ARE YOU GONNA STAY THE NIGHT

[beat break]

Are you gonna stay the night Doesn't mean we're bound for life So oh oh, are you gonna stay the night

Music Monday -- Arctic Monkeys "Do I Wanna Know?"

There's a special place in heart for the Arctic Monkeys.  They never fail to make me feel good and sing along.  Their new album, AM, is just a treasure.  They've grown so much since the first album.  This is the first song and the album.  The beat alone gets me up and moving.  Enjoy!

Lyrics:

Have you got colour in your cheeks? Do you ever get that fear that you can't shift the tide that sticks around like summat in your teeth? Are there some aces up your sleeve? Have you no idea that you're in deep? I've dreamt about you nearly every night this week How many secrets can you keep? 'Cause there's this tune I found that makes me think of you somehow and I play it on repeatUntil I fall asleepSpilling drinks on my settee

(Do I wanna know?) If this feeling flows both ways (Sad to see you go) I've started hoping that you'd stay (Didn't we both know) That the nights were mainly made for saying things that you can't say tomorrow day

Crawling back to you

Ever thought of calling when you've had a few? 'Cause I always do Maybe I'm too busy being yours to fall for somebody new Now I've thought it through

Crawling back to you

So have you got the goods? Been wondering if your heart's still open and if so I wanna know what time it shuts Simmer down and pucker up I'm sorry to interrupt it's just I'm constantly on the cusp of trying to kiss you I don't know if you feel the same as I do We could be together if you wanted to

(Do I wanna know?) If this feeling flows both ways (Sad to see you go) I've started hoping that you'd stay (Didn't we both know) That the nights were mainly made for saying things that you can't say tomorrow day

Crawling back to you (crawling back to you)

Ever thought of calling when you've had a few? (you've had a few) 'Cause I always do ('cause I always do) Maybe I'm too (maybe I'm too busy) busy being yours to fall for somebody new Now I've thought it through

Crawling back to you

(Do I wanna know?) If this feeling flows both ways (Sad to see you go) I've started hoping that you'd stay (Didn't we both know) That the nights were mainly made for saying things that you can't say tomorrow day

(Do I wanna know?) Too busy being yours to fall (Sad to see you go) Ever thought of calling darlin'? (Do I wanna know?) Do you want me crawling back to you?

Music Monday -- New Music November

A collection of random new-to-me music...

Junip "Line of Fire" -- Popped up on iTunes Radio Top 100 Alternative.  Love the moody feel of this one.

Imagine Dragons "Monster" -- Their newest song.  I loved their debut album and I love this song.

Bastille "Pompeii" -- Heavy rotation on Alt Nation lately and yet I still love it!

The Boxer Rebellion "Broken Glass" -- Random Pandora find.

Zedd featuring Matthew Koma "Spectrum" -- Really digging a bit of dance music every now and then.

Music Monday -- iPod Shuffle October

Since I've finished my 101 Faves series for Music Monday, I thought I would do something complete different.  I turned on my iPod, hit shuffle, and recorded my first 5 songs. I'm thinking of making this a monthly feature... This shuffle is mostly older, but much loved songs.  Enjoy!

1. "Tonight, Not Again" by Jason Mraz (live version from Tonight, Not Again)

2. "Bring the Night On" by Eve 6 (It's All in Your Head)

3. "Seven Wonders" by Nickel Creek (This Side)

4. "Apres Moi" by Regina Spektor (Begin to Hope)

5. "Wherever You Will Go" by The Calling (Camino Palmero)

Music Monday -- 101 Faves Duets Edition

As part of my ongoing Day Zero Project, I've made a list of my favorite 101 songs of all time.  To help cut down on the possibilities, I took songs only from my iTunes account.  Each edition will include ~5 songs with a theme.  Enjoy!

Hayley Williams and B.O.B. "Airplanes"

Allison Krauss and Brad Paisley "Whiskey Lullaby"

Ben Folds and Regina Spektor "You Don't Know Me"

Music Monday -- The Civil Wars "The One That Got Away"

I recently picked up the new The Civil Wars album.  And the first song is just amazing.  I had to share it with you today.  I love the voice combination of Joy Williams and John Paul White.  Just gorgeous!

Lyrics:

I never meant to get us in this deep I never meant for this to mean a thing Oh, I wish you were the one Wish you were the one that got away

I got caught up by the chase And you got high on every little game I wish you were the one Wish you were the one that got away

Oh, if I could go back in time When you only held me in my mind Just a longing gone without a trace Oh, I wish I'd never ever seen your face I wish you were the one Wish you were the one that got away

I miss the way you wanted me When I was staying just out of your reach Begging for the slightest touch Ooh, you couldn't get enough, mmm

Oh, if I could go back in time When you only held me in my mind Just a longing gone without a trace Oh, I wish I'd never ever seen your face I wish you were the one Wish you were the one that got away

Got away from me Got away from me Before anybody has to bleed

Oh, if I could go back in time When you only held me in my mind Just a longing gone without a trace Oh, I wish I'd never ever seen your face I wish you were the one I wish you were the one Oh, I wish you were the one I wish you were the one that got away

Music Monday -- Favorite Covers VII

While sifting through all our music, I came across a ton of songs (over 1000) that I wanted to add to my 101 Favorite Songs list.  I had to narrow it down.  As part of my narrowing, I decide to delete all covers from the list.  But those are some great songs, ones I really love.  So, I decided to give them their own series on Music Monday.  If you like covers, stay tuned for some good ones. Part I,Part II,Part III, Part IV, Part V, Part VI.

Sarah Brightman "Dust in the Wind"

Original -- Kansas

Adele "Make You Feel My Love"

Original -- Bob Dylan

Mumford and Sons "The Boxer" (the live version is pretty amazing if you ignore the random yelling and talking)

Original -- Simon and Garfunkel

Regina Spektor "Real Love"

Original -- The Beatles

Reel Big Fish "Take on Me"

Original -- A-Ha

Music Monday -- 101 Faves Misc Edition (Part 2)

As part of my ongoing Day Zero Project, I've made a list of my favorite 101 songs of all time.  To help cut down on the possibilities, I took songs only from my iTunes account.  Each edition will include ~5 songs with a theme.  Enjoy!

Death Cab for Cutie "I Will Follow"

Joss Stone "You Had Me"

Iron and Wine "Flightless Bird" -- Love this way before it was used in Twilight...

The White Stripes "Fell in Love"

Jimmy Eat World "Bleed American"

Music Monday -- 101 Faves Makes You Think Edition

As part of my ongoing Day Zero Project, I've made a list of my favorite 101 songs of all time.  To help cut down on the possibilities, I took songs only from my iTunes account.  Each edition will include ~5 songs with a theme.  Enjoy!

Jamie Cullum "Blame It on My Youth"

Sara Bareilles "Uncharted" -- Spot all the guest stars.  Love Ben Folds!

Alexa Wilkinson "Waterline"

-- No videos, boo! --

Bright Eyes "Four Winds" -- Lived in Omaha for awhile, but never got to see Conor perform.

Jack's Mannequin "Holiday from Real"

Music Monday -- Broadway Faves II

I love musical theater!  There's something about it that speaks to me.  For today's Music Monday, I thought I would share some of my favorite Broadway songs...

Rent "Seasons of Love"

Aida "A Step Too Far" -- I saw this live!

Newsies "Seize the Day"

Anything Goes "Anything Goes"

Wicked "For Good" -- I had to include the original with Idina and Kristin.  And an alternate with Kristin and Anna Kendrick.

Music Monday -- 101 Faves Jams Edition

As part of my ongoing Day Zero Project, I've made a list of my favorite 101 songs of all time.  To help cut down on the possibilities, I took songs only from my iTunes account.  Each edition will include ~5 songs with a theme.  Enjoy!

Dave Matthews Band "Two Step"

O.A.R. "Patiently" 

The Avett Brothers "Love and Hate"

Dave Matthews "Grey Street"

Bonus with Tim Reynolds

Music Monday -- 101 Faves Mood Music Edition

As part of my ongoing Day Zero Project, I've made a list of my favorite 101 songs of all time.  To help cut down on the possibilities, I took songs only from my iTunes account.  Each edition will include ~5 songs with a theme.  Enjoy!

Frou Frou "Let Go"

Snow Patrol "Chasing Cars"

Duncan Sheik "Half Life"

Lifehouse "Everything"

Guster "Satellite"

Music Monday -- 101 Faves Misc. Edition

As part of my ongoing Day Zero Project, I've made a list of my favorite 101 songs of all time.  To help cut down on the possibilities, I took songs only from my iTunes account.  Each edition will include ~5 songs with a theme.  Enjoy!

Jason Mraz "You and I Both" - I absolutely adore this song...  there's something so tragic yet beautiful about it.

Paramore "Crushcrushcrush" -- Still my favorite Paramore song.  It's my favorite to perform on Rock Band (even if I don't sing that well...)

NeedtoBreathe "Won't Turn Back" -- Love the entire sound of NeedtoBreathe.  They speak to the little bit of me that loves bluegrass.

Gavin DeGraw "Young Love" -- I think I love the acoustic version even better than the original.

Keane "Somewhere Only We Know"

Music Monday -- New Music

I think it's time to take a bit of a break from my 101 Faves to highlight some awesome new-to-me music.  Most of these I found through various Pandora channels or Alt Nation on Sirius XM.

Streets of Laredo "Girlfriend" -- Loving the alt rock feel on this.

Kathryn Calder "Arrow" -- Her voice is just amazing.  And this video is to die for...

Copeland "I'm Safer on an Airplane" -- Guess I'm love these slow melodic songs.

Radical Face "Welcome Home"

Music Monday -- Favorite Covers VI

While sifting through all our music, I came across a ton of songs (over 1000) that I wanted to add to my 101 Favorite Songs list.  I had to narrow it down.  As part of my narrowing, I decide to delete all covers from the list.  But those are some great songs, ones I really love.  So, I decided to give them their own series on Music Monday.  If you like covers, stay tuned for some good ones. Part I,Part II,Part III, Part IV, Part V.

LeAnn Womack "The Weight"

Original -- The Band

Chris Thile "Heart in a Cage"

Original -- The Strokes

Marilyn Manson "Tainted Love"

Original -- Soft Cell

Music Monday -- Favorite Covers V

While sifting through all our music, I came across a ton of songs (over 1000) that I wanted to add to my 101 Favorite Songs list.  I had to narrow it down.  As part of my narrowing, I decide to delete all covers from the list.  But those are some great songs, ones I really love.  So, I decided to give them their own series on Music Monday.  If you like covers, stay tuned for some good ones.  Part I, Part II, Part III, Part IV.

Sixpence None the Richer "Don't Dream It's Over"

Original -- Crowded House

Amanda Palmer and the Grand Theater Orchestra "Polly"

Original -- Nirvana

Michael Buble "Fever"

Original -- Peggy Lee

Letters to Cleo "Cruel to be Kind"

Original -- Nick Lowe

Jack Johnson "Imagine"

Original -- John Lennon