The tour manager opened the door and they came out, Emily first. I shook their hands and introduced myself. I told them I was a huge fan and said thank you for helping me through a lot of the hard times. Jimmy was freaking awesome. I congratulated them on Twilight. Michelle said to show them my tattoo so I took off my shirt and showed it to them and they all seemed to really like it. Jimmy asked me if I wanted them to sign anything and I asked them to sign my sign I had made. I had a pen but Jimmy was like, "We'll get a Sharpie so it'll be much more dynamic." He was so friendly, it was awesome. I stepped aside and asked Emily how she liked being on Lilith and she said it was really cool. Joules said it was like 106 most of the other dates so it was nice to be inside and then Jimmy said he was disappointed it wasn't at Canterbury because he wanted to bet on some dogs. They said bye and went back into their dressing room but Joules stayed and we talked for a bit and then he gave me a hug. I thanked him again and said hopefully I'd be seeing them again soon and that I was trying to get up to Toronto to see them and he said that it was an incredible place...
Best night ever.
I've never been more grateful to be alive or for my life. Once again, Metric has given me hope in humanity and has been a beacon of hope in my life.
Monday, July 19, 2010
Friday, July 9, 2010
My Ultimate No Doubt Setlist
I've been asked to come up with my ultimate set list for a No Doubt show. The rules:
1. No covers (besides Stand and Deliver and It's My Life)
2. Only 20 songs.
I decided I'm going to do it and post it here for any No Doubters (that includes you randos who stumble across this... Don't be afraid to comment! I love meeting new No Doubters!) to comment on, discuss, post their own, etc. I've also included an explanation of why I included some songs/why I put them where I did. So, without further adieu, here it is!
1. New
I like the way this one starts off kinda slow and then builds and climaxes. It'd be the perfect way to start out a show!
2. Hella Good
Gotta keep the energy up from New and get the crowd PUMPED and there's no better song to do so than this.
3. Hey Baby
Keeping it in the poppy Rock Steady theme...
4. It's My Life
5. You're So Foxy
I've always LOVED this song and wish it would have been on an album or even a single.
6. Running
Gotta slow it down a bit to give some contrast and I think this would be a good transition.
7. Acoustic version of Magic's in the Makeup
I LOVE THIS SONG. And I love the acoustic recording. And seeing it live would make me cream myself.
8. Simple Kind of Life
9. Ex-Girlfriend
To bring the energy back up... And I love rocking out to this one.
10. Sunday Morning
Time to bring the ska vibes
11. Total Hate '95
LOVE THIS SONG.
12. Sometimes
I've always loved this and it'd be cool to see some REALLY old school No Doubt.
13. Underneath It All
14. Everything In Time (either version... I like both!)
Another one I thought should've been on an album...
15. Bathwater
16. Platinum Blonde Life
I just think this song would be epic live.
17. Don't Speak
Encore
18. Spiderwebs
19. Rock Steady
One of my favorite songs off Rock Steady. =)
20. Just A Girl
The perfect ending... Everyone'll be expecting it but at the same time, they'll be kind of afraid that they're not gonna do it. Gwen doing her push ups, shouting "Fuck you, I'm a girl!!"... What better way to remember a show by than this?
1. No covers (besides Stand and Deliver and It's My Life)
2. Only 20 songs.
I decided I'm going to do it and post it here for any No Doubters (that includes you randos who stumble across this... Don't be afraid to comment! I love meeting new No Doubters!) to comment on, discuss, post their own, etc. I've also included an explanation of why I included some songs/why I put them where I did. So, without further adieu, here it is!
1. New
I like the way this one starts off kinda slow and then builds and climaxes. It'd be the perfect way to start out a show!
2. Hella Good
Gotta keep the energy up from New and get the crowd PUMPED and there's no better song to do so than this.
3. Hey Baby
Keeping it in the poppy Rock Steady theme...
4. It's My Life
5. You're So Foxy
I've always LOVED this song and wish it would have been on an album or even a single.
6. Running
Gotta slow it down a bit to give some contrast and I think this would be a good transition.
7. Acoustic version of Magic's in the Makeup
I LOVE THIS SONG. And I love the acoustic recording. And seeing it live would make me cream myself.
8. Simple Kind of Life
9. Ex-Girlfriend
To bring the energy back up... And I love rocking out to this one.
10. Sunday Morning
Time to bring the ska vibes
11. Total Hate '95
LOVE THIS SONG.
12. Sometimes
I've always loved this and it'd be cool to see some REALLY old school No Doubt.
13. Underneath It All
14. Everything In Time (either version... I like both!)
Another one I thought should've been on an album...
15. Bathwater
16. Platinum Blonde Life
I just think this song would be epic live.
17. Don't Speak
Encore
18. Spiderwebs
19. Rock Steady
One of my favorite songs off Rock Steady. =)
20. Just A Girl
The perfect ending... Everyone'll be expecting it but at the same time, they'll be kind of afraid that they're not gonna do it. Gwen doing her push ups, shouting "Fuck you, I'm a girl!!"... What better way to remember a show by than this?
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Best of 2010... so far
As I'm writing this, I'm listening to fireworks go off for July 4th. This means the year is a little over halfway over so I think it's time to reflect back on some of the musical gems that have come out so far this year. I usually do a top 10 around December (and by usually I mean I did one for 2009 and plan on continuing the tradition) so for the halfway point, I'm going to pick five of my favorites. Check back in December to see if they're still here or if they get outshined!
"Heart of my Own" by Basia Bulat
I hadn't heard of Canadian singer Basia Bulat until I started listening to the CBC Radio 3 Breakfast Club podcast in January. One of the first podcasts I listened to (actually, I think THE first) was one with Basia talking about her new album. I thoroughly enjoyed her music so I downloaded it and was very pleasantly surprised how good the whole thing was. She has a sort of quiver to her voice but it's not annoying or bad or anything; it actually makes her more distinct. Her music has a very simple, rustic folksy sort of feel to it which is enhanced by a lot of the gold rush imagery she uses. My favorite track is probably the title track or "If Only You." Go have a listen!
"Die Stadt Muzikanten" by Woodpigeon
Another Canadian artist (surprise, surprise knowing me!) that I discovered via CBC Radio 3. I generally prefer female vocals but Woodpigeon definitely qualifies as an exception to that rule. Their lead singer's voice is very pleasant sounding and pure. I strongly recommend "Woodpigeon vs. Eagleowl (Strength in Numbers)." That was the song that originally got me to give them a listen. It was one of those songs that I heard on the radio and I was instantly like, "WHO IS THIS?!" and is probably one of my favorite songs of the year.
"Rat a Tat Tat" by Jason Collett
Jason Collett is another recent discovery of mine and I'm already obsessed with him. He has a very raw feel to his music and I love it. My favorite songs are "Love is a Chain," which makes use of one of my favorite instruments, the trumpet (Once a ska kid, always a ska kid!), and "Northern Light Letdown." His lyrics are absolutely amazing and he seems like a really cool dude which only adds to his appeal.
"Forgiveness Rock Record" by Broken Social Scene
I have been waiting for the album for SOOOOOO long. Broken Social Scene is a Canadian indie clusterfuck of sorts that features musicians such as Jason Collett, Feist, Amy Milan, and of course, the goddess herself, Emily Haines. They've always had an eclectic experiment sound that kind of plays around with music in ways that most bands wouldn't dare to try and this album is no exception. However, it has more of a rock feel to it. My favorite song, without question, is "Sentimental X's" which features Emily Haines, Feist, and Amy Milian on vocals... PURE FREAKIN' BLISS. I can't describe how beautiful that song is. Other favs include "All to All" and "Texico Bitches."
"All Shapes and Disguises" by Tonight Alive
The only non-Canadian to make it on this list, Tonight Alive is an Australian band I recently discovered. They have a female front so they're getting a lot of comparisons to Paramore but I don't think they sound that much alike. TA has their own sound, as does Paramore, and just because they both have female singers doesn't mean they're the same. Anywho, this album will rock your panties off and then some. Currently I'm addicted to "To Die For," the first track, but I also really enjoy their cover of Rufio's "In My Eyes." This is probably my favorite album over all so far so if you download any of these, make it this one!
"Heart of my Own" by Basia Bulat
I hadn't heard of Canadian singer Basia Bulat until I started listening to the CBC Radio 3 Breakfast Club podcast in January. One of the first podcasts I listened to (actually, I think THE first) was one with Basia talking about her new album. I thoroughly enjoyed her music so I downloaded it and was very pleasantly surprised how good the whole thing was. She has a sort of quiver to her voice but it's not annoying or bad or anything; it actually makes her more distinct. Her music has a very simple, rustic folksy sort of feel to it which is enhanced by a lot of the gold rush imagery she uses. My favorite track is probably the title track or "If Only You." Go have a listen!
"Die Stadt Muzikanten" by Woodpigeon
Another Canadian artist (surprise, surprise knowing me!) that I discovered via CBC Radio 3. I generally prefer female vocals but Woodpigeon definitely qualifies as an exception to that rule. Their lead singer's voice is very pleasant sounding and pure. I strongly recommend "Woodpigeon vs. Eagleowl (Strength in Numbers)." That was the song that originally got me to give them a listen. It was one of those songs that I heard on the radio and I was instantly like, "WHO IS THIS?!" and is probably one of my favorite songs of the year.
"Rat a Tat Tat" by Jason Collett
Jason Collett is another recent discovery of mine and I'm already obsessed with him. He has a very raw feel to his music and I love it. My favorite songs are "Love is a Chain," which makes use of one of my favorite instruments, the trumpet (Once a ska kid, always a ska kid!), and "Northern Light Letdown." His lyrics are absolutely amazing and he seems like a really cool dude which only adds to his appeal.
"Forgiveness Rock Record" by Broken Social Scene
I have been waiting for the album for SOOOOOO long. Broken Social Scene is a Canadian indie clusterfuck of sorts that features musicians such as Jason Collett, Feist, Amy Milan, and of course, the goddess herself, Emily Haines. They've always had an eclectic experiment sound that kind of plays around with music in ways that most bands wouldn't dare to try and this album is no exception. However, it has more of a rock feel to it. My favorite song, without question, is "Sentimental X's" which features Emily Haines, Feist, and Amy Milian on vocals... PURE FREAKIN' BLISS. I can't describe how beautiful that song is. Other favs include "All to All" and "Texico Bitches."
"All Shapes and Disguises" by Tonight Alive
The only non-Canadian to make it on this list, Tonight Alive is an Australian band I recently discovered. They have a female front so they're getting a lot of comparisons to Paramore but I don't think they sound that much alike. TA has their own sound, as does Paramore, and just because they both have female singers doesn't mean they're the same. Anywho, this album will rock your panties off and then some. Currently I'm addicted to "To Die For," the first track, but I also really enjoy their cover of Rufio's "In My Eyes." This is probably my favorite album over all so far so if you download any of these, make it this one!
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