Happy Holidays

I hope everyone enjoyed their well-deserved breaks, but don't worry, I will still fulfill your musical desires with the highly anticipated song of the day.

Castledoor - Burn the Maps

Castledoor is an indie rock band from the Los Angeles area, and they are not currently signed to a record label. I highly recommend you check them out.

Here's the video:


-Clio

Sorry...

It's been a while since either of us posted, but as the end of the semester draws near, we have been increasingly busy. Because of this, posting might be a little bit slower for the next couple of weeks. You probably wondering, what has been happening in the world of music since they last posted. Well, for me:

1. I went to the Finch Reunion Show in Pomona. It was amazing, and they announced that they are getting back together and writing a new album.

2. I went to the Chiodos "meet & greet" and fell in love with their new album. I don't know why, but it's extremely catchy.

Otherwise, I haven't had many noteworthy musical experiences lately.


So the Song of the Day is: Chiodos-Lexington(Joey Pea-Pot With A Monkey Face)

Its not really a video, its just the song with a picture of the album



-Clio

I Hate to be Brief

I don't have a lot of time, but today's song of the day is

& Down by Boys Noize

Its a great dance track, and an all around good song.

Here's the "official" video, but I'm not quite sure if it actually is. Either way I'm just posting it for the song.



-Clio

No Worries

Regarding my good friends last post, I will continue to update our lovely little blog to the best of my ability. However, the song of the day may turn into the song of every other day, or just whenever I get a chance.

So because I didn't pick a song for Saturday, sorry, I will chose one for today.

M.I.A - Boyz

Boyz is off her new album Kala, and I must say it is an excellent song. In my opinion, it is one her best songs yet.



-Clio

Oh, and in light of the last post, my last.fm is last.fm/user/missclio so feel free to check it out

Gypsy Punks Rock!

Since I have started my radio show I have been introduced to a lot of new music. One band that I have take quite a liking to is Balkan Beat Box. They're Gogol Bordello -esque, which could be related to the fact that they have one of the members.

I know it doesn't work for everyone, but the mixture of Middle Eastern themes with western rock is the greatest thing ever. Because of this, today's song of the day is Bulgarian Chicks.



-Clio

The Message

I've been reading a lot about early rap lately so I figured this song of the day, especially since I missed Saturday, should be dedicated to the first rappers, the ones who paved the way for current musicains. That is why I have chosen The Message by Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five.

Rap music just isn't what it used to be. Before the music had substance, it had a message. People weren't going to just "pop, lock, it drop" it. The music was about a struggle connected to the youth of color during that time and was an outlet for them.

So here's the music video:

-Clio

Against Me!

Against Me! is one of the few bands today that does not fit the prototypical mold set by the record industry. Sure they just got signed to a major record label, but they are one of the few bands who have "payed their dues" and they deserve the recognition. That's why today I have chosen Turn Those Clapping Hands Into Angry Balled Fists to be the song of the day. This song is in your face and forces the listener to question the assumptions they hold dear.

So Here's The Music Video:


-Clio

Biffy Clyro

Because today is an epic day, why, I do not know, I have decided to choose Biffy Clyro's song, Living is a Problem Because Everything Dies. This song is amazing, but you must listen to the intro first to get the full effect.

Biffy Clyro is a Scottish rock band and they have just recently released their new album Puzzle.

So here's the music video, sadly it is missing the amazing intro, but it is an epic song either way.



-Clio

Sunday Bloody Sunday

Alright. It is Sunday. It is the "day" of rest, at least, I know it is not for me, but if it is for you, then you will understand why I am giving myself this free day. I will not be posting a "song of the day" today because of the previous commentary. I will post a song tomorrow, which will start the week.


If you still are feeling a little sad because I will not be posting a "song of the day," then, I will give you a very classy website with concerts for the "Los Angeles" area:

Here



-Brought to you by: C.S.H.

Barely Made It, But I Did...

Sorry for my lateness, but do to circumstances out of my control I have been unable to get to a computer until this very moment.

So, the song of the day (or should I say night) is...

The Spill Canvas -- All Over You

This song has been stuck in my head all day and is extremely catchy. Sure they're a bit melodramatic, but hey, aren't we all.

Here's their new music video for it:

All Over You

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-Clio

Well I am an English Major...sort of

It is only right, as I continue to put off writing my paper, that I choose the next song of the day.

Maximo Park -- Russian Literature

I couldn't help it, I'm reading Nabokov in my class.



I have decided to add a video of the song to because I am an unoriginal bum. Its of a live performance, and let me just say if you have not seen Maximo Park live you have not truly lived.

-Clio

Literary Theory, Ancient and Modern

First, and foremost:

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! And if you do not celebrate this non-holiday, then, feel free to hate me because I just alluded to a holiday that you do not celebrate...

AND NOW FOR THE REAL REASON WHY I AM POSTING:

I was in class on Tuesday, in my literary theory class, and all of a sudden my professor--man of almost sixty years old--started singing:

"Here she comes, you better watch your step
She's going to break your heart in two."

And I began laughing, and he looked in my direction, and asked, "Do you know this song?" And I shook my head, in agreement, and kept on laughing. The song is "Femme Fatale" by The Velvet Underground from their 1967 released album The Velvet Underground and Nico, featuring lead vocals by Nico.

THE VU is an American Band from the mid-sixties. They were definitely an experimental band, coming into phase before the punk era, making them simply a pre-punk band.

New artists that try to mock them are: Viva Voce, Pop Levi, and perhaps, The Dandy Warhols.

-C.S.H.
(Bollocks, I actually posted this right at 12 a.m. but it kept publishing it at three minutes earlier, and this is the "newer" version, which has my bloody initials, sorry for that!)


Here goes an actual video of The VU AND NICO...

Drum Roll Please...

We have decided to add a new addition to our blog...THE SONG OF THE DAY! We are very excited about this because will be consistently updated for all of our loyal readers. These songs will vary from current music to classic rock to whatever the hell we feel like picking. So brace yourselves because today is day one of the song of day amazingness!!!!

The Song Of The Day Is...

PAS/CAL -- C.A.U. (Sans Muscle)

So to start off our song of the day on the right foot, it was only appropriate that I chose the a feel good, borderline cheesy piece because secretly we all love a playful song every once in a while. Detroit indie rockers, PAS/CAL, never disappoint, and their song C.A.U. (Sans Muscle) is no exception. This track will keep your head bopping and your hand clapping along to its catchy lyrics and undeniably blissful tone. Complete with piano, acoustic guitar, and supporting strings this song will have you smiling all day long.

Here's their site:
pascalgoespop.com

-Clio