Wall of Voodoo

Here's a strange little song called Mexican Radio from a band named Wall of Voodoo.

Bow Wow Wow

This week I am going to take a trip back to the past to some of my favorite 80s songs.  We'll start the week off with a song by Bow Wow Wow, I Want Candy.  This song is fun, upbeat, and romantic.  I love it.

I would also like to share a short film I discovered while browsing You Tube called The Maker.  I may start doing this from time to time, if I find other things worth sharing.

The Pierces

Today I present to you a song called Secret by The Pierces.  It's quirky and kinda dark, yet fun.  Enjoy. 

Cool Rainbows

This is a nice treat called Universe by Cool Rainbows.  I listened to a few of their songs and this is my fave, it's just real laid back and easy going.

Kimbra

This is a song called Miracle by Kimbra.  This song is fun, upbeat, sounds like it walked right out of a 70's disco club.  I love the strings in the background.  If you're looking for a good song to pick you up this is it.

Pikachunes

This is a video from Pikachunes the song is Nervous.  This song fun and reminds me of 80's New Wave music which I like, plus you have to give the guy some credit for wearing that suit in public and his awesome dance moves.

Princess Chelsea

This week I would like to share some videos of these odd musicians I have recently come to like via the internet.  I don't really know what style of music these are but I like them and I think that you will too.

The first is a fun song from Princess Chelsea called Cigarette Duet.  I really like this one, the lyrics are clever, the music is good, and I like the way the video is shot.  It's very retro.

Dinosaur Jr.

Last but not least from the week of alternative music is Dinosaur Jr. with Start Choppin.   

Violent Femmes

Here's a video from the Violent Femmes.

Ween

Here's a little weirdness from Ween.

Janes Addiction

Here is a video from one of my favorite bands of all time, Jane's Addiction.  I love these guys.  From the first time I saw the video for Stop on 120 Minutes to now I can't get enough of this band.  Dave Navarro is a guitar genius I love his use of chords, smokin' guitar solos, and songwriting.  Perry Farrell's lyrics are unlike any others, his vocals are haunting, and he always gives a rockstar performance.  Eric Avery's bass lines drive the old songs and Stephen Perkins drumming and use of percussion is icing on the cake.

Here is a link to one of my favorite old Jane's Addiction songs Ocean Size.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVIev94s7Mo

Sonic Youth

Hello, and welcome to my music blog.  Five days out of the week I will try to link to a video or audio file for your listening pleasure, to a band that fits a weekly theme.  Sometimes a will ramble, sometimes I won't. This week I will be focusing on some great alternative music.  My goal is to stir up fond memories, or introduce you to new bands.

The first band I would like to link to is Sonic Youth,  my first introduction to them was through the album Goo, their first major label release,  which is still my favorite.  I have recently rediscovered them and have been listening to them nonstop for the last couple of weeks.  To me their music is summery, and sensual.  I love the sustained chords and alternate tunings they use to create their haunting melodies.  I love the dreaminess of a lot of Sonic Youths songs, their melodies can turn from beautiful and happy sounding to dissonant with dark undercurrents in a few seconds.  With that said here's a link to the song Sunday from the album A Thousand Leaves.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CXD8PK6Djc