We're going to slow it down a bit today ;)
Amely happens to be some of the music on my good music playlist. They always make me smile! Check out this acoustic version of "Hello World" that Fearless Records recently posted:
Monday, November 29, 2010
Monday, November 22, 2010
A Skylit Drive robbed & mocked
Last night A Skylit Drive was robbed by a couple of teen girls.
This sucks. A lot. Especially when you realize that most musicians live at or below the poverty line just so they can make and share the music in their souls.
Liking a band then taking their money is ridiculous.
On top of all that, idiots have been coming out of the woodwork on a certain music news site to comment that ASD "deserved" to be robbed since "Adelphia" sucked so much.
There are two things wrong with this picture:
1. Adelphia is pure musical genius, and nearly any person with a shred of actual music knowledge will tell you so. Even those who don't love Jag's voice will still acknowledge that he does sing well.
2. Even if you don't like the music a band makes, does that make it acceptable to laugh when their money is taken? NO.
I don't care what type of guys make up ASD. My personal experience is that they are nice guys. One or two of them might be rough around the edges, but who isn't? Regardless of their personalities, flaws, past mistakes, whatever, I can guarantee they wouldn't wish the loss of money or property on anyone. In this situation they are definitely the people I admire most out of everyone involved. They must be incredibly upset, but they're still showing more than an ounce of dignity. Heck, Jag took time to thank everyone who's standing by them.
The moral of the story? I guess, to keep it simple, it's "don't be a jerk." Unfortunately that seems to be incredibly hard for some people.
This sucks. A lot. Especially when you realize that most musicians live at or below the poverty line just so they can make and share the music in their souls.
Liking a band then taking their money is ridiculous.
On top of all that, idiots have been coming out of the woodwork on a certain music news site to comment that ASD "deserved" to be robbed since "Adelphia" sucked so much.
There are two things wrong with this picture:
1. Adelphia is pure musical genius, and nearly any person with a shred of actual music knowledge will tell you so. Even those who don't love Jag's voice will still acknowledge that he does sing well.
2. Even if you don't like the music a band makes, does that make it acceptable to laugh when their money is taken? NO.
I don't care what type of guys make up ASD. My personal experience is that they are nice guys. One or two of them might be rough around the edges, but who isn't? Regardless of their personalities, flaws, past mistakes, whatever, I can guarantee they wouldn't wish the loss of money or property on anyone. In this situation they are definitely the people I admire most out of everyone involved. They must be incredibly upset, but they're still showing more than an ounce of dignity. Heck, Jag took time to thank everyone who's standing by them.
The moral of the story? I guess, to keep it simple, it's "don't be a jerk." Unfortunately that seems to be incredibly hard for some people.
Saturday, November 20, 2010
The Word Alive [take two]
Last night scene[essence] provided some home-cooked goodness for The Word Alive, Close Your Eyes, and Underoath before their sold out show with A Day To Remember. You'd think they've never seen food that isn't of the dollar menu variety before! :-)
One of the many highlights of last night was hearing 1,900 kids sing "All the Small Things" in between sets. It was hilarious, awesome, and definitely memorable! It was also great to get to see The Word Alive again. I'll never pass up a chance to watch them!
Equally highlight-ish was hearing all those kids singing "I'm drowning in mercy" during Underoath's set. Chillbumps? Yes, please.
Check out some of the photos we took of The Word Alive. Those guys put on a killer show!
One of the many highlights of last night was hearing 1,900 kids sing "All the Small Things" in between sets. It was hilarious, awesome, and definitely memorable! It was also great to get to see The Word Alive again. I'll never pass up a chance to watch them!
Equally highlight-ish was hearing all those kids singing "I'm drowning in mercy" during Underoath's set. Chillbumps? Yes, please.
Check out some of the photos we took of The Word Alive. Those guys put on a killer show!
Telle
Nick
Telle
Friday, November 12, 2010
Average Guys With Exceptional Hair
Shaun and I journeyed to Dallas Wednesday to watch our friends Woe, Is Me and two of our other fave bands, Motionless in White and A Skylit Drive on the "Average Guys with Exceptional Hair" tour. It was so freakin' sick! I had an ah-mazing time, despite the absolutely raging head/earache that was trying to kill me.
First off, WIM plays a crazy-awesome live show. These guys are young'uns, but they have serious performance skills. We took video of their set, so we'll be posting that soon. ;) Tyler's voice is incredible live, and definitely lived up to all my expectations! Oh, and did I mention they are also one good looking bunch of guys? Well, they are! I happen to disagree with the "Average Guys" part of the tour name.
We saw Motionless in White last week, and it was good to see them again so soon! This time around I got to take some photos, which will be forthcoming shortly! The lead singer, Chris, is SUCH a sweetheart. I know I said that in my last post, but it's SO true! He caught up with us while we were hanging with WIM to chat and give us hugs, which totally made my day. Then, he continued to make my day by totally ruling the stage! The crowd went absolutely NUTS during their set. :)
Last but certainly not least, my beloved ASD was fantastic. They are always so fun to watch! I'll be posting photos of them soon as well. Every single band member knows how to perform their butts off. They are so engaging, and like everyone else on this tour, they definitely don't fit the "Average Guys" bill! They are beyond awesome.
I can't end without a word about how awesome the venue was. The show was at The Prophet Bar, which is one of The Door venues in Dallas. Everyone who works there is really cool! The sound guy let us put our camera stuff in the booth, there was no obnoxious/self-important security guys, and they let me get up on the stage to take photos! I was in heaven. Even when I decided I wanted to stand up on a platform off to the side of the stage, no one made a fuss. Oh yeah, and the crowd was amazing too! :)
First off, WIM plays a crazy-awesome live show. These guys are young'uns, but they have serious performance skills. We took video of their set, so we'll be posting that soon. ;) Tyler's voice is incredible live, and definitely lived up to all my expectations! Oh, and did I mention they are also one good looking bunch of guys? Well, they are! I happen to disagree with the "Average Guys" part of the tour name.
We saw Motionless in White last week, and it was good to see them again so soon! This time around I got to take some photos, which will be forthcoming shortly! The lead singer, Chris, is SUCH a sweetheart. I know I said that in my last post, but it's SO true! He caught up with us while we were hanging with WIM to chat and give us hugs, which totally made my day. Then, he continued to make my day by totally ruling the stage! The crowd went absolutely NUTS during their set. :)
Last but certainly not least, my beloved ASD was fantastic. They are always so fun to watch! I'll be posting photos of them soon as well. Every single band member knows how to perform their butts off. They are so engaging, and like everyone else on this tour, they definitely don't fit the "Average Guys" bill! They are beyond awesome.
I can't end without a word about how awesome the venue was. The show was at The Prophet Bar, which is one of The Door venues in Dallas. Everyone who works there is really cool! The sound guy let us put our camera stuff in the booth, there was no obnoxious/self-important security guys, and they let me get up on the stage to take photos! I was in heaven. Even when I decided I wanted to stand up on a platform off to the side of the stage, no one made a fuss. Oh yeah, and the crowd was amazing too! :)
Saturday, November 6, 2010
It's finally here!!
Hey Baby, Here's That Song Movie You Wanted...
For those of you who don't know, Blessthefall is one of my top three bands, and I've eagerly been awaiting this video since Eric Lambert told me about it when we interviewed him a few months ago.Watch it, friends!
For those of you who don't know, Blessthefall is one of my top three bands, and I've eagerly been awaiting this video since Eric Lambert told me about it when we interviewed him a few months ago.Watch it, friends!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Chris Motionless
We were lucky enough to spend a few minutes with Chris Cerulli of Motionless in White while they were in town Monday. Be sure to check out the feature on Chris and the band later this week!
MIW had a new album, Creatures, come out recently, and if you haven't bought it yet you are seriously missing out! The music is a unique combination that features some awesome music that will remind you of Tim Burton films. Actually, the lyrics will too! It was definitely my #1 Halloween jam.
Chris may be an electric performer, but backstage he's a laidback kinda guy. I really enjoyed having a conversation with him and I was hanging on every word he said. A lot of people stereotype him by his hair, piercings, and tattoos, but he pointed out that when he's walking through WalMart enduring the stares of "normal" folk, he's just as afraid of them as they are of him. Ladies and gents (but mostly ladies!), this guy is not only a bundle of talent, he's a sweetheart too.
MIW had a new album, Creatures, come out recently, and if you haven't bought it yet you are seriously missing out! The music is a unique combination that features some awesome music that will remind you of Tim Burton films. Actually, the lyrics will too! It was definitely my #1 Halloween jam.
Chris may be an electric performer, but backstage he's a laidback kinda guy. I really enjoyed having a conversation with him and I was hanging on every word he said. A lot of people stereotype him by his hair, piercings, and tattoos, but he pointed out that when he's walking through WalMart enduring the stares of "normal" folk, he's just as afraid of them as they are of him. Ladies and gents (but mostly ladies!), this guy is not only a bundle of talent, he's a sweetheart too.
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