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Now Hear This: Patty Griffin

2009-04-17T18:21:00.000-07:00

Here's the link for the Patty Griffin article: Now Hear This: Patty Griffin

If you can't access it from that link the whole column is pasted below.

Now Hear This: Patty Griffin
by Marissa Davis

There is a point in everyone’s music life when they realize what they really truly love. Most of the time we figure it out in our teen years, those years when we realize that our parents’ music isn’t what we like, and that our parents are too old because they can’t stand having music turned up loud. In my case, I’m lucky not to have gone through that because my parents, or at least my Mom, likes everything I do, with the occasional exception, such as Metallica.

“Elizabethtown,” a movie with Orlando Bloom and Kirsten Dunst, was a big moment in my movie and music life. The movie could have been about my family, and I loved every part of it. Then came the music. My friend said, “Marissa, you are going to love this CD! Go buy it now, like now!” I obliged.

On the CD was Patty Griffin’s song “The Long Ride Home,” and right away, I fell in love with Griffin’s voice and the way her voice and the song complemented each other. She was on my iPod’s “25 Most Played” playlist immediately. After listening to that album, I kept coming back to her song. She was like Billie Holiday; I couldn’t stop listening to her. I felt the pain in her voice as she sang. I knew what she was going through.

I found her song “Rain” a couple months ago, and it recently shuffled up on my iPod. I sat down and realized that this was going to be a new favorite. Yes, Dad, that’s right, I said it’s my favorite, again. It has secured a spot on my “25 Most Played” playlist, next to “Drag” by Placebo and “Elegy for Dunkirk” by Dario Marianelli.

Griffin has a very expressive voice. She is like Billie Holiday in respect to talent and voice. Both are deep and expressive: you can feel every emotion they sing. Griffin has been nominated for a Grammy and has released seven albums. The guitars and other assorted instruments in her songs are a distinctly country sound. All in all she is an excellent singer to whom I give four and a half stars out of five.

DJ M’s Playlist
1. The Long Ride Home- Patty Griffin
2. Far Away- Nickelback
3. My Body is a Cage- Arcade Fire
4. Black Dog- Led Zeppelin
5. Untouched- The Veronicas

"I beg to dream and differ from the hollow lives"

2009-04-17T18:16:00.001-07:00

Industry news:

Green Day is coming out with a new album May 15th!

"21st Century Breakdown" is going to be another Rock Opera album like "American Idiot".

Reports say its going to blow away "American Idiot".

I'm wicked stoked. I can't wait for May 15th! My brother Poodle and his class graduate High School and the new Green Day Album comes out.

Hope you're having a good break up/Spring.

Love,

DJ M

"i'll be close not far, in your darkest day I will light your way your sun and your shadow"

2009-04-13T09:07:00.000-07:00

This morning has been an intersting one. Nothing like awaking to Brigadoon playing. Some how I turned on my tv and pressed play on my remote. I was sleep movie watching, seriously how awesome is that. :D

Important things this week:

TAXES!!

Don't forget you gotta do 'em!

other than that, nothing really awesome going on other than the snow melting! Woot!

Playlist for April 13

1. Monday, Monday- Mama's and the Papa's
2. Sun and Shadow- Wide Awake
3. Top Yourself- The Ranconters (X)
4. I Got You Dancing- Lady Soveregin (X)
5. All That I Know- Collective Soul
6. Plasuir d'amor- Michael Kamen
7. Austria- Michael Kamen
8. Pick Up- Just Blaze (X)
9. Heading East to get West- Rockford Mules (X)
10. Just Like Heaven- The Cure
11. After Hours- We are Scientists
12. Talking Road of Bones Blue- Rockford Mules (X)
13. More and More of Your Amor- Bitter:Sweet (X)
14. Starlight- Muse
15. Parapule- Michael Kamen
16. Headscarf- Michael Kamen
17. Heartbeats- Jose Gonzales
18. Xavia- The Submarines
19. From Devil's Spit to Angel's Tears- Rockford Mules (X)
20. Straighten Up and Fly Right- Natalie Cole
21. I Dreamed There Was no War- The Eagles
22. Hear You Me- Jimmy Eat World
23. Redditon Redeye- Rockford Mules (X)
24. Stars- The Love Language (X)
25. I Could be the One- Donna Lewis
26. Galway Girl- Steve Earle
27. L.O.V.E- Nat King Cole
28. Secret Lives of Daydreams- Jean-Yves Thiaduet
29. Good Vibrations- Gym Class Heroes
30. Black Star- Eliza Lumely
31. A Girl I Knew- The Vines
32. The Funeral- Band of Horses
33. Orange Amber- The Vines (X)
34. Last Train Home- Ryan Star

"Compar una casa grande" Playlist March 30th 2009

2009-03-30T08:57:00.000-07:00

First, Guys and Dolls went off this weekend without a hitch it was great and wonderful and I highly recommend you check it out!

Second, Its spring!! Thats it. Its Spring finally!!!

Third, Heres the playlist for today!

1. Monday, Monday- Mama's and the Papas
2. Closer- Kings of Leon (X)
3. Many Shades of Black- The Racounters (X)
4. Pretty the World- Matt Nathanson
5. A Pain I'm Use To- Depeche Mode
6. Use Somebody- Kings of Leon(X)
7. Top Yourself- The Racounters (X)
8. Never Let You Down- The Verve Pipe
9. Dustland Fairytale- The Killers (X)
10. Starlight- Muse
11. I Want You- Kings of Leon (X)
12. Young Men Dead- The Black Angels
13. Sh-boom- The Cords
14. Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy- Andrew Sisters
15. Mi Premier Milion- Bailmos
16. Represent Cuba- The Orishas
17. Love You Till The End- The Pogues
18. Talk Talk Talk- Mansions (X)
19. Be Somebody- Kings of Leon (X)
20. Summer Wind- Michael Buble
21. Return to Me- Dean Martin
22. Someone to Watch Over Me- Ella Fitzgerald
23. Losing Touch- The Killers (X)
24. Cold Desert- Kings of Leon (X)
25. More Time- Need to Breathe
26. Feeling Good- Muse
27. Manhattan- Kings of Leon (X)
28. Thank You- Led Zepplin
29. The Best is Yet to Come- Frank Sinatra
30. Here Comes the Sun- Bob Kaheel

Love,

DJ M

"Raise your hopeful voice you've still got a choice" Playlist March 16th 2009

2009-03-16T09:11:00.000-07:00

Welcome back Spring Breakers! I for one didn't think it lasted long enough, but everyone thinks that I'm sure. I'm happy to almost be done with this semester and happy its almost Spring and summer! I'm glad to be back at school though, despite the fact that all I did Spring Break is read for fun *gasp* and dance. Lets get to the music shall we?

Playlist for March 16, 2009

(X)= Studio songs that I liked

1. Be Somebody- Kings of Leon (X)
2. Starlight- Muse
3. Never Let You Down- The Verve Pipe
4. True as Night- The Vines (X)
5. Black Star- Eliza Lumely
6. Oh My Sweet Carolina- Ryan Adams
7. Use Somebody- Kings of Leon (X)
8. A Pain I'm Use To- Depeche Mode
9. Orange Amber- The Vines (X)
10. I Want You- Kings of Leon (X)
11. It Had to Be You- Harry Connick Jr.
12. A Dustland Fairytale- The Killers (X)
13. He Lays in the Reins- Iron and Wine with Calexico
14. Liz on top of the World- Jean- Yves Thibaduet
15. Falling Slowly- Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova
16. Chole Dancer/ Crown of Thorns- Mother love Bone
17. Shes Gone- The Vines (X)
18. Running Up That Hill- Placebo
19. Long Ago and Far Away- Jo Stafford
20. Straighten Up and Fly Right- Will. I. Am ft. Natalie Cole (X)
21. Rain- Patty Griffin
22. Pretty the World- Matt Nathanson
23. Calypso Blues-Damian"Jr. Gong"Marley and Stephen Marley (X)
24. A Girl I Knew- The Vines (X)
25. World Spins Madly On- The Weepies
26. Closer- Kings of Leon (X)
27. Famous Last Words- My Chemical Romance
28. Lush Life- Cee-lo Green (X)
29. The Long Ride Home- Patty Griffin
30.

Love,

DJ

"I was running around always looking down" Playlist for March 2, 2009

2009-03-02T09:04:00.000-08:00

Spring Break is next week thank God! I'm so ready for a break, its going to be quite awesome. This last weekend I went to the hockey game and was awesome despite the fact we lost. I had a great time though, hanging out and connecting with my student body and everyone from everywhere coming together it was great. I made the paper too, well my arm did, but still I was front page when I was with the "FUAA" guys. I had a blast I bruised my hand and yelled my voice out, but I wouldn't have traded it for anything. Here's the music for today, because that's what we really want now isn't it.

Here'ssssssss the Playlist for March 2, 2009

1. I Want You- Kings of Leon (X)
2. 5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale (X)
3. The Mixed Tape- Jack Mannequin
4. Good Vibrations- Gym Class Heroes
5. Be Somebody- Kings of Leon (X)
6. Thank You- Led Zepplin
7. Here We Go Again- Angus and Julia Stone (X)
8. Angel- Matt Nathanson
9. Pretty The World Is- Matt Nathanson
10. Use Somebody- Kings of Leon (X)
11. A Book Like This- Angus and Julia Stone (X)
12. Starlight- Muse
13. Famous Last Words- My Chemical Romance
14. Fascination- Kem
15. Dustland Fairytale- The Killers (X)
16. Bella- Angus and Julia Stone (X)
17. Anyway You Choose to Give it- The Black Ghosts
18. This is Your Life- The Killers (X)
19. A Pain I'm Use To- Depeche Mode
20. Carrying Your Love With Me- George Strait (*)
21. Closer- Kings of Leon (X)
22. Headscarf- Michael Kamen
23. Macy's Day Parade- Green Day
24. He Lays in the Reins- Iron and Wine with Calexico
25. Cold Desert- Kings of Leon (X)
26. With a Little Help From My Friends- Jim Sturgess and Joe Anderson
27. Ain't Even Done With the Night- John Mellencamp
28. Somewhere Over the Rainbow- Judy Garland

Love,
DJ M

"Show Me How Pretty the World Is" Playlist Feb. 23 2009

2009-02-23T09:04:00.000-08:00

I have a theory that music can heal anything, I mean not in a medical sense, but in a mental sense. One song can make or break a morning, one song can change an entire mood so why not have it affect us in way that lets a grieve and mourn, yet rejoice in someone's life. Dustin, you will be missed and to those who knew him and miss him, we can take refuge in the music. There is nothing I say, or any song I can play that will say the right words, to show my sorrow. I won't say anything, like "everything happens for a reason", because, I'd hate myself for saying it. The best I can do is dedicate this show for you, so: This show is for you, Dustin, and for your family and friends, because this is the only thing I can do for you.

Playlist February 23, 2009

(X)- Songs for the studio playlist I liked
(*)- Article Focus
(+)- Request

1. Monday, Monday- Mama's and the Papa's
2. Pretty the World- Matt Nathanson
3. Just a Boy- Angus & Julia Stone (X)
4. Be Somebody- Kings of Leon (X)
5. A Pain I'm Use To- Depeche Mode
6. Never Let You Down- The Verve Pipe
7. Bella- Angus & Julia Stone (X)
8. Home- Gemma Hayes (X)
9. World Spins Madly On- The Weepies
10. Last Train Home- Ryan Star
11. 5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale (X)
12. Use Somebody- Kings of Leon
13. Macy's Day Parade- Green Day
14. Sing for Absolution- Muse
15. My Sweet Song- Toby Lightman (*)
16. The Long Ride Home- Patty Griffin
17. I Want You- Kings of Leon (X)
18. 2 Molecules in an Atom- Noah and the Whale (X)
19. How Deep is Your Love- Take That
20. Ain't Even Done With The Night- John Mellencamp
21. In Over My Head- Gemma Hayes (X)
22. Wasted- Angus and Julia Stone (X)
23. Famous Last Words- The Black Parade (My Chemical Romance)
24. Top Yourself- The Raconteurs (X)
25. Dustland Fairytale- The Killers (X)
26. Black Star- Eliza Lumely
27. Let it Be- The Beatles (for you Beth)
28. Plaisir d'amour- Michael Kamen
29. Parapluie Michael Kamen
30. I'll be Seeing You- Billie Holiday

Love DJ M

"I could've danced all night" Playlist February 16 2009

2009-02-16T09:02:00.000-08:00

I learned a few things this weekend: 1) don't wear stiletos the size of your pinkie fingernail, you'll regret it later, no matter how cute you looked. 2) Do not, whatever you whine to your Aunt that you hate studying Spanish because she will start typing in Spanish and make you do the same, forcing you to actually use your vocabulary. All I have to say is thanks Auntie, you probably are the reason I'm not going to epic fail this Spanish test. :D Oh by the way, Happy belated Valentines Day!

Here is the Playlist for February 16, 2009

(X)= Songs from the Studio Playlist I liked
(*)= Article Focus
(+)= Request

1. 2 Atoms in a Molecule- Noah and the Whale (X)
2. My Body is a Cage- The Arcade Fire
3. Loreali- Matt Pryor(X)
4. Starlight- Muse
5. Famous Last Words- My Chemical Romance (X)
6. 5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale (X)
7. What If I Loved You- Joey Gian
8. Black Star- Eliza Lumely
9. When The World Stops Turning- Matt Pryor
10. Dustland Fairytale- The Killers (X)
11. Sweet and Low- Augustana
12. It Ends Here- Matt Pryor (X)
13. Oh My Sweet Carolina- Ryan Adams
14. River Flows In You- Yiruma (+)
15. Bring on the Wonder- Susan Enan ft Sarah McLaughlin
16. Drag- Placebo (*)
17. Take Me Away- Plain White T's
18. Losing Touch- The Killers (X)
19. I'd Rather Be With You- Joshua Radin
20. Human- The Killers (X)
21. Dark Blue- Jacks Mannequin
22. All I Ask of You- Emmy Rossum
23. Dear Lover- Matt Pryor (X)
24. Be Somebody- Kings of Leon (X)
25. Where Did I Go Wrong- Matt Pryor (X)
26. Scottish Wedding Music- James Horner
27. Running Up that Hill- Placebo (*)
28. Young Men Dead- Black Angels
29. Cold Desert- Kings of Leon (X)
30. World Spins Madly On- The Weepies
31. String Quartet in C-Sharp Minor Op. 131- Michael Kamen
32. All You Need is Love- The Beatles

Love DJ M

Now Hear This: Sky Dwellers

2009-02-11T16:36:00.000-08:00

Another week, another article! Wooo Hoo!

Now Hear This: Sky Dwellers

For those who can't access the link, here's the article:

Now Hear This: Sky Dwellers

Picture it: a small cabin filled with drums, guitars and one huge speaker; on the bed is a computer with all the band’s recording equipment except a power cord. The band? The Sky Dwellers—their name comes from what the Alaska Natives called the Aurora Borealis. They have been together since October of last year, although they didn’t consider themselves a band until Jace, the drummer, joined. There is a sincere camaraderie amongst them, and it definitely shows on stage.

Their music comes from a place that is genuine. Their sincere love for the music shines through, especially in “Breathe Part 1,” also known as “Kade’s Epic,” which happens to be Kade’s favorite song. All the band members have a favorite: Andrew’s is “Goner,” while Jace’s is “When the Whiskey Hit Me.”

One of the best parts about the band is that there is not just one lyricist. The whole band writes—to each his own notebook and to each his own song. That’s one of the greatest things about The Sky Dwellers: they are influenced by each other and themselves. As their Myspace says, “A general collaberation (sic) of the artistic endevors (sic) of five young individuals with something one may call ‘musical talent.’” Each band member is influenced by different music, from Sublime to Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan to the Foo Fighters.

Their diverse tastes show in their music. They are a rock group according to my definition, but they classify themselves as a psychedelic band. Whatever their classification, they are great. My favorite songs of theirs are “Breathe Part 1” and “Apostrophe.” Both of those songs really made me tap my feet; I could feel the drums echoing through the floor, and the guitar solos were just amazing. It is great running music to get pumped up to or just something to put on in general when a rock and roll mood hits.

Their songs present a story, have a beginning, middle and end. They leave you wanting more, in a good way. My previous article was centered on death, but I want to focus more on how music can be used to celebrate life. Each song has its own story to relate to the listener. “Breathe Part 1” gave me the ability to breathe. I felt happier after listening to it.

They don’t see themselves playing at Red Rocks in Colorado or at Madison Square Garden. Jace said they should aim low, but I disagree. I can see them playing there and in many other venues. They’re all about playing anywhere they can get a gig and are going to play again Feb. 20. Other gigs are posted on their website: www.skydwellers.net along with information about the band members: Jace, Joe, Kory, Andrew and Kade. All in all, I give them 4 and a half stars out of 5.

Rating: 4.5/5 stars

DJ M Playlist of the Week:

1. No Quarter- Led Zeppelin
2. Gives You Hell- All-American Rejects
3. Miami- Will Smith
4. Starlight- Muse
5. Uncle John’s Band- Grateful Dead

If you are interested in this week’s artist and other featured artists tune into 91.5 FM KSUA on Mondays from 8 -10 a.m. for Now Hear This with DJ M and check out Marissa Davis’ blog at http://nowhearthis915.blogspot.com

"I saw Cinderella in a party dress looking for a Nightgown" Playlist Feb.9 2009

2009-02-09T09:02:00.000-08:00

First I'd like to apologize for all of you who tried to listen online. Next week hopefully will be better. The article for this week is on The Sky Dwellers, but I regretfully don't have any of their music. Hopefully soon I will! I'll update favorite songs of the week as well, some of you are just like ok just give us the playlist so here it is :D

Playlist for February 9th 2009

(X)= Studio Playlist Songs
(+)= Requests
(*)= Article Focus

1. Summer Wind- Michael Buble
2. Loreali- Matt Pryor (X)
3. Be Somebody- Kings of Leon (X)
4. Dark Blue- Jack's Mannequin
5. My Body is a Cage- The Arcade Fire
6. Dear Lover- Matt Pryor (X)
7. A Dustland Fairytale- The Killers (X)
8. Starlight- Muse
9. Middle Management- Bishop Allen
10. Stuck in the Middle (With You)- Bob Dylan
11. 5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale (X)
12. Our Swords- Band of Horses
13. Losing Touch- The Killers (X)
14. What If I Loved You- Joey Gian
15. Walking After You (Acoustic)- Foo Fighters
16. The Man Who Got Away- Judy Garland
17. Full Moon- The Black Ghosts
18. Soon Enough- The Constantines
19. It Ends Here- Matt Pryor (X)
20. Shape of My Heart- Noah and the Whale (X)
21. String Quartet in C-Sharp Min. Op. 131- Michael Kamen
22. Black Star- Eliza Lumely
23. Your Hands are Cold- Jean-Yves Thiaduet (+)
24. Why Can't I Be- Sara Lov (X)
25. When The World Stops Turning- Matt Pryor (X)
26. Ain't Even Done With The Night- John Mellencamp
27. Running Up That Hill- Placebo
28. New York- Sara Lov (X)
29. Going Home- Mozella
30. This is Your Life- The Killers (X)
31. Dear Life- Anthony Hamilton
32. I'd Rather Be With You- Joshua Radin
33. Somewhere Over the Rainbow- Judy Garland

Tune in next week for some more rockin tunes!

Love,
DJ M

Favorite Songs of the Week

2009-02-04T13:36:00.000-08:00

Ok so its more like favorite songs of the last month, but, I promise I'll TRY to do it every week! I'm not making any guarantees, but I'm gunna try.

* Young Men Dead- The Black Angels
* Sugar Blue- Jeff Finlan
* Free Bird- Lynard Skynard
* Paradise by Dashboard Light- Meatloaf
* I'll Be- Edwin McCain
* 1979- Smashing Pumpkins
* Very Loud- Shout Out Louds
* Come Pick Me Up- Ryan Adams
* Can't Always Get What You Want- Rolling Stones
* Under the Bridge- Red Hot Chili Peppers
* Dear Life- Anthony Hamilton
* 867-5309 (Jenny)- Tommy Tutone
* Jesse's Girl- Rick Springfield
* Never Be Alone- Nickelback
* Like A Stone- Audioslave

Now Hear This: Billie Holiday

2009-02-04T13:27:00.000-08:00

First I'd like to express my sincere condolences to the friends and family of Lauren Lecomte. I'm sorry for your loss.

On that sad note, the link for the new article is below. It is dedicated my Grandfather and this column more than any other means a lot to me. So here it is.

Now Hear This Billie Holiday

For those who can't open up the link here is the article.

Now Hear This: Billie Holiday

I dedicate this column to my Grandpa Ray, who died this last week. He introduced this artist to me through old CDs and I have been in love ever since.

Billie Holiday was and still is the “Queen of Song.” She was who Diana Ross portrayed in “Lady Sings the Blues.” Holiday’s past was turbulent at best. Her mother was 13 when she got pregnant with Billie and was thrown out of her house. Holiday was also placed under arrest while she lay dying in the hospital.

Despite Holiday’s private life, her voice was a force to be reckoned with. There was a depth and raw emotion in her voice that can’t be redone. Her music has been in many movies, most recently in “The Notebook.”

“I’ll Be Seeing You” was Allie and Noah’s song. This song means a lot to me; it was the last thing I said to my Grandpa before he died. The song is beautiful in its own right as a love song.

This was the song that first got me into Billie Holiday. My Grandpa and I were listening to jazz, and her CD “Billie Holiday for Lovers” cued on the CD player. I was enthralled. There was such beauty in her voice, and I could really feel the music. The drama and the emotions from the song drew me in.

“I’ll Be Seeing You” isn’t the only one of her songs that I love. Another of my favorites is “Can’t Take That Away From Me,” which has been covered by everyone from Frank Sinatra to George Liberace. It’s a fun, jazzy song that makes me want kick up my heels and dance the foxtrot, even though I butcher the foxtrot like no other.

The jazz in the background is just as beautiful as Billie Holiday’s voice. There is a way the two blend that make a triple shot latte with Irish Cream seem ugly in comparison. The sax wailing in the background mixing with the gravelly voice of Holiday creates music you can almost see. It creates the yearning that is the calling card of jazz.

Jazz is an acquired taste—some people like it, some love it, and some hate it. It has a melancholy beauty. Despite the yearning, there is a great love in the music. Jazz isn’t all sadness and blues, it’s also happy and full of love.

Billie Holiday sings with such emotion that there is no denying that she is anything but genuine when she sings, as I would to my Grandpa Ray, “I’ll be seeing you in the morning sun/ and when the night is new I’ll be looking at the moon/ but I’ll be seeing you.”

"I'll be seeing you"Playlist Feb. 2 2009

2009-02-02T08:58:00.000-08:00

I'm finally back to work. Its been awhile since I was in the studio and it feels so nice. The first article is Billie Holiday and it is dedicated my Grandpa who died while right before school started. While I'll miss him, its good that he passed because he's not in pain anymore.

But here in the land of the living the Super Bowl was yesterday and was that not a hellva game?! I was rootin for the Cardinals to win, but the Steelers and that amazing pass and runback. I had to get up and pace. My blood pressure was up and I was freakin out. It was awesome. Man did The BOSS kick some serious butt or what! It was great me and my Mom were singin along and jammin out. It was a beautiful day.

but, without further ado heres....

The Offical Playlist Feb. 2 2009

(X)= Songs from the Studio Playlist I liked
(*)= Article Focus
(+)= Request

1. 5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale (X)
2. This Town- Sweating Honey(X)
3. Monday, Monday- Mama's and the Papas
4. Thank You- Led Zepplin
5. Living Without Love- Sweating Honey(X)
6. They Can't Take That Away From Me- Frank Sinatra
7. Second Lover- Noah and the Whale (X)
8. Let It Be- Carol Woods
9. Teenage Wasteland- The Who
10. I Want You- Kings of Leon(X)
11. Drag- Placebo
12. Human- The Killers (X)
13. Unconditional- The Bravery (+)
14. You'll Ask For Me- Tyler Hilton
15. Dancing in the Dark- Bruce Springsteen (+)
16. Closer- Kings of Leon (X)
17. A Dustland Fairytale- The Killers (X)
18. I'll Be Seeing You-Billie Holiday(*)
19. Come Fly With Me- Michael Buble
20. My Sweet Song- Toby Lightman
21. Under My Canopy- Gemma Hayes (X)
22. My Body is a Cage- The Arcade Fire
23. Loreali- Matt Pryor (X)
24. Out of Our Hands- Gemma Hayes (X)
25. As Time Goes By- Frank Sinatra
26. It Ends Here- Matt Pryor (X)
27. Young Men Dead- The Black Angels
28. A Pain I'm Use To- Depeche Mode
29. Darcy's Letter- Jean Yves Thibaduet
30. Rocky Mountain High- John Denver

Thats it for this week, tune in next week

"America the Beautiful" Patriotic and Protest Music

2009-01-16T12:19:00.000-08:00

President Elect Obama is taking office on Tuesday and Bush is leaving. Because this is not a Political blog I'm not going to talk about Politics, but because this is a blog about music and life, it is ridiculous not think it won't come up. After all music is quite prevalent in elections and as in this article that Billboard did. Day-By-Day: The Obama Inauguration Music

Music has always been part of our lives in the Political arena. Whether or not they agree is another thing. In what I like to call the "Bush Protest Years" alot of bands have spoken out against Bush.

Take for instance Green Day's American Idiot. It can be shown, as it is most times, as an album protesting Bush and the American Way. I'm not here to bash Bush nor am I here to give my opinion on Politics. Spencer Tracy put it quite elequently, "Actors don't have any damn place in Politics" and that can go for musicians too. I believe in the American Ideal and all that. I also believe by speaking out in form of a CD like American Idiot is awesome. It shows that we are still a people united under free speech.

Free speech and speaking out against what is wrong is the most patriotic thing one can do. I'm for Ghandi and Martin Luther King's views on Civil Disobedience and peaceful protest. People need to stand up for what they believe and protest, like we did in the American Revolution, "it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness".

People like Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp (aka John Cougar), The Beatles, Green Day, Bruce Springsteen and others alike. Take what they see is wrong and with how music goes everywhere now, more and more people are listening in and seeing what is wrong and stepping up to help. While the,"Greatest Generation" survived the Depression and fought valiantly in WWII, our Generation of the 80's, 90's, and the 00's are now standing up like others before us and saying all this bull needs to stop. We are often condemned by the media as being lazy and uncaring. When actually we are just tired of all the bull and lies, as showcased in, John Mayer's "Waiting on the World to Change". The music that is coming out now is now, like always, is Politically inspired or inspired by what is wrong in the world.

Music can help the world because those who write are allowed to freely write. It is our freedoms that set us apart and because our musicians are bigger than our Politicians because they keep it real. They show where everything is screwed up in the system and because they get out to a larger audience and people identify. If the bureaucrats in Washington can become more like musicians in the sense that they relate to their people and actually listen alot more would get done.

Listening is the key to everything, having an open ear to listen to complaints and listen to problems then having the action to get things done without anything. I know I'm an Idealist and I'm Mr. Smith in "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington", but I believe in the goodness of people and the power of music and the power of action because someone was influenced by those songs.

Protesting is the most Patrotic thing a person can do. It shows that they are invested in how their Government is run and they care about it enough to stand up and do something about it. As my Mum always said, "Always be kind and listen" because you never know who you'll inspire. No matter you're party, or if you're opposed to the war or not, be kind to those who are fighting for your rights over there and make sure that everyone gets treated with respect, because, it is a huge toll on all of us, as a nation, when we all are separated.

I wish President Obama good luck, because he has alot to prove in this new term in American Politics. He'll need all the luck he can get to clean up eight years of turmoil and despair. So, "here's looking at you, kid".

DJ M's Patrotic Protest Music

1. Born in the USA- Bruce Springsteen
2. Authority Song- John Mellencamp
3. Wake Me When Sept. Ends- Green Day
4. Strawberry Fields Forever- The Beatles
5. Amen- Kid Rock
6. London Calling- The Clash
7. Hands Held High- Linkin Park
8. If Everyone Cared- Nickelback
9. Times are-a Changing- Bob Dylan
10. Traveling Solider- Dixie Chicks

Love,

Me

Favorite Songs of the Week for the last 3 weeks

2009-01-09T15:19:00.000-08:00

So I know I said I'd be more faithful about switchin up songs; well as you guessed, I really havn't been all that great about it. I'm trying to be more faithful about posting on here, give y'all something to read and really have this be an awesome blog. Its on my " New Years Resolution List". I promise I'm tryin! Anywho heres the list...

* Fire on the Lake- Michael Kamen
* Closer- Kings of Leon
* Falling Away With You- Muse
* Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas- Judy Garland
* Flowers- Lupe Fiasco
* Silver Bells- Dean Martin
* The Best is Yet to Come- Frank Sinatra
* Human- The Killers
* My Sweet Song- Toby Lightman
* Last Train Home- Ryan Star
* May Angels Lead You In- Jimmy Eats World
* Come A Little Closer Baby- Dierks Bentley
* Sexual Healing- Marvin Gaye
* For Once in My Life- Michael Buble
* Sue Me- Vivan Blaine & Sam Levine

Love DJ M

"I'll be home for the Holidays"

2008-12-25T12:55:00.000-08:00

To All:

Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah! Happy Kwanzaa! or if You don't doin any of those... Happy winter season! I hope everyone got what they wanted and weren't disappointed! May you spend today with those who you love and get everything you wanted!

"I'll be seeing you" Playlist Dec. 15 2008

2008-12-15T10:37:00.000-08:00

Today was the last day of my show for 2008. I'll be back next semester with new music and awesomeness! Good luck with finals those who are taking them, Lord knows I'll need the help! haha. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa or just Happy Holidays. :D

Now here's the...

Playlist Dec. 15, 2008
(X)= Playlist from the studio list
(*)= Articles Focus
(+)= Request

1. Monday, Monday- The Mama's and the Papas
2. Come On Get Higher- Matt Nathanson (*)
3. Loreali- Matt Pryor
4. 5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale
5. Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy- The Andrews Sisters
6. Bliss- Muse(+)(*)
7. Our Swords- Band of Horses(*)
8. Human- The Killers
9. Full Moon- The Black Ghosts(*)
10. When the World Stops Turning- Matt Pryor
11. Hold My Hand as I'm Lowered- Noah and the Whale
12. Secret life of Daydreams- Jean-Yves Thibaudet
13. Lullabye (Good Nigh My Angel)- Billy Joel
14. Be Somebody- Kings of Leon
15. My Sweet Carolina- Ryan Adams(*)
16. I Wouldn't Change a Thing- Matt Pryor
17. My Sweet Song- Toby Lightman
18. Long Train Home- Ryan Star(*)
19. It Ends Here- Matt Pryor
20. Good Night, Travel Well- The Killers
21. Macy's Day Parade- Green Day
22. Closer- Kings of Leon
23. Return to Me- Matthew Ryan
24. Across The Universe- Jim Sturgess
25. Dear Lover- Matt Pryor
26. Use Somebody- Kings of Leon (+)
27. Be,Be,Be Your Love- Rachel Yamagata
28. I've Got You Under My Skin- Frank Sinatra(*)(Rat pack Xmas)
29. Sound of Pulling Heaven Down- Blue October
30. I'll Be Seeing You- Bille Holiday

Love,
Me

Now Hear This: Matt Nathanson

2008-12-08T23:01:00.000-08:00

Awesome, my article is up. Newest one will be up soon.

Now Hear This: Matt Nathanson

If you can't access the Link, here's the whole article.

The American Pie movies are the “Fast Times at Ridgemont High” for our generation. The song at the end of “American Pie: Band Camp” brings us to the pick of the week. “Laid,” which sums up all the American Pie movies, is a fun, catchy song, but it is the singer’s album “Underneath the Fireworks” that really caught my attention.

Matt Nathanson was an Artist on the Rise by VH1, and has received good reviews from Billboard magazine. He began his music career in 1993 with the release of “Please” and has been on the College/Coffee House circuit ever since.

He has just begun receiving national recognition with his latest record. The first single from it, “Come On Get Higher,” peaked at 63 on the Billboard Hot 100 and is the 20th video on the Top 20 on VH1. He was also on Jimmy Kimmel Live along with Eli Stone and Men in Trees.

His music is classified as Folk Rock, and is built on a 12-string guitar and catchy lyrics. His 2003 album “Underneath the Fireworks” has hits like “Angel” and “Curve of the Earth” that set the tone for the whole CD, epitomizing what most of his albums are about: rejection, loss and love. His lyrics can be harsh at times, but at others, they can be quite sensual.

His website declares “Some Mad Hope” to be “a song cycle of sorts that chronicles the search for a genuine connection, touching on the sensually electric moments as well as the darker frustrations of sifting through the wreckage -- in hopes of finding redemption at the end of the day.” To me the album is like watching a relationship from start to finish, each song documenting the love and loss in the relationship.

There is hardly a place in music where you don’t find the themes of love, loss, redemption. Matt Nathanson provides a story in each of his albums, showing the true human emotions. No matter the mood, Matt Nathanson is a good choice, because he is what I call good music. I give him 4 stars out of 5.

DJ M’s Playlist

1. My Generation- The Who
2. Let it Be- The Beatles
3. Love is Here to Stay- Gene Kelly
4. Come On Get Higher- Matt Nathanson
5. Bliss- Muse

If you are interested in Matt Nathanson and other featured artists tune into 91.5 FM KSUA on Mondays from 8 -10 a.m. for Now Hear This with DJ M and check out Marissa Davis’ blog at http://nowhearthis915.blogspot.com

"The stars so bright"

2008-12-08T22:33:00.000-08:00

Totally redid my blog and finally, thank goodness, changed up my favorite songs of the week!

I've decided that I'm ready for all of this to be over and I want to go to NYC and I want my own record company or something. I want to be involved in music. So I think writing for the Rolling Stone might be pretty freakin awesome! I really don't know what I want to do, just because I have a major doesn't mean I know what I want to do. haha. All I know is that I need to make some mix cds for my Aunt, as that is her Christmas Present. I always want to call them Mix Tapes, I always have to correct myself haha!

I've also decided to redo my blog so I have more about music like cds coming out and the like. Just adding to it, it is needing more substance. I'm also doing Playlist of the week like "Best Movie Anthems" or "Songs You Were Possibly Conceived to". Stuff like that, because its only funny to have that type of playlist for Valentines Day.

This is Day One, with Finals Playlist, songs to Jam and chillax too.

1. Shut Us Down- Lindsay Buckingham
2. String Quartet in C Sharp- Michael Kamen (Instrumental to relax sore brain cells)
3. Black Star- Eliza Lumely (Very Jazzy)
4. Main Street- Gene Kelly (Reminds me of Home)
5. Here Comes the Sun- The Beatles
6. Let It Be- The Beatles (My favorite Song...ever)
7. Entire Pride and Prejudice Album
8. Entire Band of Brothers Album
9. Speed of Sound- Chris Brown
10. Moonlight Serenade- Glenn Miller

Here you go, music to get you through.

"I said, Dino, It's beginning to look alot like Christmas" Playlist Dec. 8

2008-12-08T09:05:00.000-08:00

Good Morning! Well this morning started off with me not having my alarm wake me up, then my ipod to do my show was dead and then I forgot my dance stuff. Oh my Goodness was it just like crazy. To the People who called in, Thank you for listening and for all of those who do listen my show espcially the Librarians and teachers at BEHS thank you.

Now about the new Killers cd. I give it a 5 out of 5. I freakin love it! I'm keep jammin to it and it is addictive to listen to. I say check it out!

Here is the Playlsit for Dec. 8 2008

(X)= Studio Playlist
(*)= Article Focus
(+)= Request

1. Good Morning- Gene Kelly
2. Seeing is Believing- Wild Sweet Orange (X)
3. Hold My Hand as I'm Lowered- Noah and the Whale(X)
4. All The Young Dudes- Mott and the Hopple
5. I'll Be There For You- Bon Jovi (+)
6. Be Somebody- Kings of Leon (X)
7. 5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale (X)
8. The Best is Yet to Come-Frank Sinatra (*)
9. The Last Train Home- Ryan Star
10. It's Beginning to Look Alot like Christmas- Dean Martin (*)
11. Closer- Kings of Leon (X)
12. Give Me a Little Love- Noah and the Whale (X)
13. Sliver Bells- Dean Martin (*)
14. Sweet Song- Toby Lightman
15. Long Ago and Far Away- Jo Stafford
16. Teenage Wasteland- The Who
17. Loreali- Matt Pryor(X)
18. Dancing Choose- TV on the Radio (X)
19. No Other Love- Chuck Prophet
20. May Angels Bring You In-Jimmy Eats World
21. Goodnight Travel Well-The Killers (X)
22. In the Mood- Brian Setzer Orchastra
23. You Were Meant for Me- Gene Kelly
24. When The World Stops Turning- Matt Pryor (X)
25. Falling Away With You- Muse (X)
26. Human- The Killers (X)
27. It Ends Here- Matt Pryor(X)
28. Baby Its Cold Outside- Leon Redbone and Zooey Daschel
29. Have Yourself a Very Merry Little Christmas- Judy Garland

Love Me.

"The choirs of NYPD still singin Galway Bay" Playlist for Dec. 1

2008-12-01T13:10:00.001-08:00

I awoke this morning to my hair standing straight up. I'm not even kidding, I was a sight to behold. I wish that I could wake up and my hair be like every other woman in the movies hair; just perfect and in place, carefully disheveled. Today was an exciting day, as well every day you wake up breathing. Its just a bit more exciting because I have a performance with my Middle Eastern Dance class at the Salsbury Theater! Uber exciting day... I'm kinda nervous, but I think that is just hunger more than nerves. haha. I've also decided that I think I want to make a record company and name it, Now Hear This Records. But really I have no idea. I think it would be cool, but anyway, lets get back to the music,

heresssssss

Playlist for Dec. 1st 2008

(*)- Article feature of the week
(X)- Studio Playlist items
(+)- Request

1. Mi Premier Milion- Baclios
2. 5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale (X)
3. Middle Management- Bishop Allen
4. Lorelei- Matt Pryor
5. If You're Missing (Come on Home)- Bethany Joy Lenz
6. Going Home- Mozella
7. Hold my Hand as I'm Lowered- Noah and the Whale (X)
8. When the World Stops Turning- Matt Pryor (X)
9. Angel- Matt Nathanson (*)
10. All I Ask of you- Emmy Rossum and Patrick Wilson
11. Dancing Choose- Tv on the Radio (X)
12. Dear Lover- Matt Pryor (X)
13. Dark Blue- Jack's Mannequin
14. Eyes on Fire- Blue Foundation
15. Sound of Pulling Heaven Down- Blue October
16. Take me Away- Plain White T's
17. Butterflies and Hurricanes- Muse
18. Lover's Day- TV on the Radio (X)
19. Come on Get Higher- Matt Nathanson (*)
20. It Ends Here- Matt Pryor (X)
21. Last Train home- Ryan Star
22. More Time- Needtobreathe
23. All You Ever Wanted-The Black Keys (X)
24. I Wouldn't Change a Thing- Matt Pryor (X)
25. I'll Be- Edwin McCain
26. Only- Matt Pryor (X)
27. I Got Mine- The Black Keys (X)
28. Black Star- Eliza Lumely
29. Black Dog- Led Zepplin (+)
30. Moondance- Michael Buble
31. I'll Be Seeing You- Bille Holiday

Remember to pick up your Sun Star Newspaper tommorow and look for the Matt Nathanson column. :D

mucho amor,
DJ M

Now Hear This: Smooth Mraz

2008-11-18T15:52:00.000-08:00

Here is the new article :D Yay! Hope that everyone keeps there butts off the ice and there feet on the ground. Personally, I'm tired of feeling like Humpty Dumpty...

Now Hear This: Smooth Mraz

Here is it if you can't get through the link.

Jason Mraz first came onto the music scene in July 2004 with his hit song, “The Remedy (I Won’t Worry),” which hit number two on the Billboard charts. His new single, “I’m Yours” and his new album, “We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things,” has hit No. 3 in the U.S. album charts. U.S. Adult charts places his new single at No. 1, while Billboard places it in ninth place.
He has been on a few movie soundtracks like “50 First Dates,” “New York Minute” and the television show “Everwood.” His sound is quite unique. Like Maroon 5, his sound changes from song to song and album to album. He has a light and airy sound that sounds summery and emits feel-good vibes. His first hit with “Remedy” was a summer favorite during 2004, providing a musical refuge.
His newest single, “I’m Yours,” has a Caribbean feel to it; it can be used as a part of a summer montage scene, with beaches, margaritas and the epitome of summer: the beach bonfire. The acoustic guitar and Mraz’s voice blends together like good strawberry lemonade. “I’m Yours” has a beach-themed music video that was filmed in Hawaii. All in all, it is a song that gives off summer ambience.

No amount of summer feel-good vibes could starve off the lyrics of his first single “Remedy.” Despite the happy-go-lucky background music, the lyrics are about his dying childhood friend. The sad news changed his whole outlook on life, leading to the creation of this hit song.

Summer-sounding artists are great during the summer, but in the throes of bitter winter cold and ice-covered sidewalks and roadways, they are even better. The sounds of summer invoke the feel of the sun on bare skin and sweet breeze that flutters in; all of these senses go back to feel of summer and can put you in a better mood. Other great summer artists include Kenny Chesney, Pink and many others. Winter is no reason not to feel like a rockstar or to have good tunes like those by Jason Mraz. I give him 4 out of 5 stars.

Rating:

DJ M’s Playlist of the Week:
1. I’m Yours- Jason Mraz
2. No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem-
Kenny Chesney
3. Play That Funky Music- Wild Cherry
4. Teenage Wasteland- The Who
5. Ocean Avenue- Yellowcard

If you are interested in Jason Mraz and other featured artists tune into 91.5 FM KSUA on Mondays from 8 -10 a.m. for Now Hear This with DJ M and check out Marissa Davis’ blog at http://nowhearthis915.blogspot.com

"I'll be the last train home" Playlist November 17.

2008-11-17T09:06:00.000-08:00

This morning I just popped outta bed. Just BAM! I'm up! It was a bit werid, as I am never like that. I made coffee, washed two dishes, put on my awesome new makeup and went out the door coffee, beret and all. I marched my way down to the station to spin some awesome tracks, but, enough with the chatter and lets to the most important thing! THE TUNES that is.

so here they are.....

Playlist November 17 2008
(X)- Playlist songs from the studio that I liked
(*)- Article focus on this week

Good Morning- Gene Kelly
Eyes on Fire- Blue Foundation
Loreali- Matt Pryor (X)
Seeing is Believing- Wild Sweet Orange (X)
Shut Us Down- Lindsay Buckingham
Love Letters- Dario Marinelli
I Wouldn't Change a Thing- Matt Pryor (X)
Arthea's Gold- Wild Sweet Orange (X)
No Other Love- Chuck Prophet
Baby It's Cold Outside- Leon Redbone and Zooey Daschel (Me and Poodle's Favorites)
5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale (X) (This is one o my favorites, great funny song)
The Galway Girl- Steve Earle
Dear Love- Matt Pryor (X)
Black Star- Eliza Lumely
Fever- Peggy Lee
Hold My Hands as I'm Lowered- Noah and the Whale (X)
Where Did I go Wrong- Matt Pryor (X)
Macy's Day Parade- Green Day
Sound Of Pulling Heaven Down- Blue October
Home- Emma Hill (X)
A Totally New Year- Matt Pryor (X)
Long Ago and Far Away- Jo Stafford
When the World Stops Turning- Matt Pryor (X)
Waltz of Lonely Teacup- Emma Hill (X)
Dark Blue- Jack's Mannequin
Moondance- Michael Buble
I'm Yours- Jason Mraz (*)
Love You till the End- The Pogues
Secret Lives of Daydreams- Jean Yves Tibaurd
If Your Missing Come On Home- Bethany Joy Lenz
Bring On the Wonder- Susan Enan
Last Train Home- Ryan Star

Love,
Me

"You're hot and then you're cold yes then no" Favorite Songs of the Week Nov. 9-15

2008-11-15T01:00:00.000-08:00

Favorite Songs This Week

Everything We Had- The Academy Is...
Speed of Sound- Chris Bell
Here I Stand- Madina Lake
American Boy- Kanye West ft Estelle
El Funeral- Javier Navarrete
How Deep is Your Love- Take That
Heartbeats- Jose Gonzalez
1979- Smashing Pumpkins
Anna Molly- Incubus
The Long Ride Home- Patty Griffin
Hotel Chelsea- Ryan Adams
My December- Linkin Park
Shooting Star- Ilan Eshkeri
Soul Meets Body- Death Cab for Cutie
Gates of Eden- Bob Dylan

"They're coming to get you Barbara..."

2008-11-14T21:23:00.000-08:00

Ben Eielson Drama Department Fall Production of "Night of the Living Dead" was a complete success and was a sold out show. I highly recommend it to everyone!!!

It will be showing again at:

NOV 15

and again

21, 22

In the Ben Eielson Theatre, the show starts at 7 o'clock, but if you want a seat, they go fast so get there early.

Ticket Prices:

$3 for Students

$5 for Adults

Warning: the show uses strobe lights, cursing and has violence. It is not for small children.

"You Can Have Whatever You Like" Playlist for Nov. 10

2008-11-10T12:48:00.000-08:00

First, Happy Birthday Daddy! It was his birthday yesterday. Today was a good day expect that I forgot my coffee on my dresser in my dorm so I wasn't fully caffeinated when I went to work today, but I made it. I persevered. I love my job so much, I really, really do. But here's the:

Playlist Nov. 10 2008

X= Playlist items
*= Band of the Week in Sun Star

Good Morning- Gene Kelly
Before It's Too Late- Goo Goo Dolls
Still Theres a Light- Matt Pryor(X)
5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale(X)
Eyes on Fire- Blue Foundation
Black Star- Eliza Lumely
I Wouldn't Change a Thing- Matt Pryor(X)
Angels on the Moon- Thriving Ivory
Bookworm- Margot and the Nuclear so and so's(X)
Full Moon- The Black Ghosts (*)
Half Moon- The Gentleman's Auction House
When the World Stops Turning- Matty Pryor (X)
Dear Life- Anthony Hamilton
Curve of the Earth- Matt Nathanson
It Means Nothing- Stereophonics
Macy's Day Parade- Green Day
London Calling- The Clash
Love Song- Dandy Worhols
Crusin'- Huey Lewis and Gwyneth Paltrow
If I'm the First To Do So- The Gentleman's Auction House (X)
Galway Girl- Steve Earle
I Want You- Kings of Leon (X)
Beast of All Saints- Dandy Worhols (X)
Plaisir d'Amour- Michael Kamen
Tu Es Partout- Edith Piaf
Seeing is Believing- Wild Sweet Orange (X)
Motion Picture Soundtrack- Christopher O'Riley (X)
Anyway You Choose To Give It- The Black Ghosts (*)
Oh My Sweet Carolina- Ryan Adams
I'll Be- Edwin McCain
Bittersweet Symphony- Verve Pipe
Love You 'Till the End- The Pogues

Now Hear This: Dylan Nov. 2-8

2008-11-04T23:11:00.000-08:00

Obama was elected president today and it is an unbelievable day in history. It is just amazing. Obama's speech was fantastic and just in awe.

This is a brand new day. John McCain's speech was amazing too. It was a long and hard race and both parties tried hard, but, we're not here for politics, we are here for music and... Now Hear This: Dylan is now up.

Now Hear This: Bob Dylan

If you can't get to it at that link, here's the article in full.

Bob Dylan is the one name that evokes the image of New York sound, the musty, smoky bar in Greenwich Village. He was notorious for playing secret shows in the village in the 1960s and ‘70s. He still does shows, and his most recent album, released in 2006, is called Modern Times, which I highly recommend alongside his other CDs.

He was not the first to talk about politics in music, nor will he be the last. One of my favorite songs is “The Times They Are A-Changin’.” While it was written in the 1960s, the song is just as relevant now as it was then. The political climate and chaos of the ‘60s is all embedded in his music. The strumming of his guitar and the flow of his gravelly voice provides a song that is both irresistible and memorable. While iTunes says that his music is of the Rock genre, I think that he is label-less, which can make organizing his music a bit difficult. He can be Folk, Rock, and Country Rock all on one album.

One song that should be on a Road Trip album is “Subterranean Homesick Blues,” which, to me, just screams Jack Kerouac. While they are of two different crafts—Kerouac as a Beatnik poet and Dylan as a Rock singer—they can and do blend together, like a good French Roast and a dash of cream and sugar.

Coffee references aside, his music states something that everyone heading into elections knows: “The line it is drawn/The curse it is cast…/The order is rapidly fadin’./And the first one now/Will later be last/For the times they are a-changin’.” No matter your party, good music is good music, and Dylan is definitely good music.

DJ M’s Playlist of the Week:
1. Gates of Eden- Bob Dylan
2. Corrina, Corrina- Bob Dylan
3. Radio Nowhere- Bruce Springsteen
4. Strawberry Fields Forever- The Beatles
5. Gotta Fight for Your Right to Party- Beastie Boys

If you are interested in Ani DiFranco and other bands featured tune into 91.5 FM KSUA on Mondays from 8 -10 a.m. for Now Hear This with DJ M and check out Marissa Davis’ blog at http://nowhearthis915.blogspot.com

Now Hear This: Ani DiFranco Article Oct. 26- Nov.1

2008-11-04T17:00:00.001-08:00

Article is up for last week and the newest article should be up here shortly.

Now Hear This: Ani DiFranco

Or if you can't get to it by that link, here's the whole article.

Ani DiFranco has the beauty of a model, but she’s actually a folk singer with an attitude. This is a hard-hitting girl who is not afraid to say what she thinks and feels. Ani is being hailed as “one of the greatest acoustic guitarists since Bob Dylan” and her live album, “Live at Babeville” is said to be “one of the best live acts since the Grateful Dead.”

She has been producing music for the last 18 years and has been featured in many movies, such as “My Best Friend’s Wedding,” and hit shows like “Nip/Tuck.” While her music is her business, her other duties include being a mother to Petah Lucia, born on Jan. 20 of last year. She takes her daughter with her when she tours, and has been quoted as saying, “my daughter is growing up on the road.” Her feministic views and new status as a mother are all reflected in her new album “Red Letter Year,” which is going to be released on Sept. 30.

Her voice has a nice tone to it, no hard-hitting electric guitars. Instead, she has her lyrics and acoustic guitar. The music is not all folksy songs like Grateful Dead; there are songs like “Emancipated Minor” that pick up the beat into a jazz setting, like Arethra Franklin in “Chain of Fools.” “Red Letter Year” sounds like The Blues Brothers meeting The Grateful Dead with a sprinkle of Miles Davis and pinch of Bruce Springsteen. DiFranco’s sound is unique in the folk music scene and hopefully paves a way for new musicians who want to travel in her footsteps.

While I really like her new CD, I give it 3 out of 5 stars. She has a wonderful sound that is rich and full and brings life to an old music scene.

DJ M’s Playlist for the Week:

1. Star Matter-Ani DiFranco
2. Like a Stone-Audioslave
3. Congratulations-Blue October
4. Take Me Away-Plain White T’s
5. I Will Follow You into the Dark-Death Cab For Cutie

If you are interested in Ani DiFranco and other bands featured tune into 91.5 FM KSUA on Mondays from 8 -10 a.m. for Now Hear This with DJ M and check out Marissa Davis’ blog at http://nowhearthis915.blogspot.com/

"All I Want to Do" Playlist for Nov. 3

2008-11-03T08:57:00.000-08:00

This morning was a long one as I only slept for 3-4 hours last night. I laid in bed and tried to sleep, but nope sleep was not mine to have today. Hopefully I'll be able to take a nap later. I have coffee and Dew to tide me. I feel tired, but I'm not exhausted, but, whats driving me batty are my braces. They are just driving me up the bloody wall! But enough of this mindless chatter! We're here for music and here's the playlist for Nov. 3....

Playlist Nov. 3 2008
(X)- Songs from the studio playlist that I thought were awesome
(*)- From This Week's Now Hear This Article

1) Monday, Monday- Mamas and the Papas
2) My Sweet Caroline- Ryan Adams
3) Blankets- Emma Hill (X)
4) Exit Music- Christopher O'Riley (X)
5) Never Let You Down- Verve Pipe
6) Ghost of You- My Chemical Romance
7) Lorelai- Matt Pryor (X)
8) Lover's Day- TV on the Radio
9) Corrina, Corrina- Bob Dylan (*)
10) 5 Years Time- Noah and the Whale (X)
11) Good Vibrations- Gym Class Heroes
12) Feeling Good- Muse
13) The Long Ride Home- Patty Griffin
14) The Best to Come- Frank Sinatra
15) Shooting Star- Ilan Eshkeri
16) Love Story- The Dandy Worhols (X)
17) Seeing is Believing- Wild Sweet Orange (X)
18) Heartbeats- Jose Gonzalez
19) How to Say Goodbye- Paul Tiernan
20) My Baby Shoots Her Mouth Off- Margot and the Nuclear So and So's (X)
21) Sing for Absolution- Muse
22) Waltz of the Lonely Teacup- Emma Hill (X)
23) Soul Meets Body- Death Cab for Cutie
24) How Deep is Your Love- Take That
25) I Wouldn't Change a Thing- Matt Pryor (X)
26) All I Ask of You- Emmy Rosum and Patrick Wilson
27) 1979- Smashing Pumpkins
28) Only- Matt Pryor (X)
29) Earth to Bella (part 1)- Incubus
30) I Shall Believe- Sheryl Crow
31) Black Star- Eliza Lumely
32) Times are A-changing- Bob Dylan

Mucho Amor,

DJ M

P.S. If you are interested about seein Night of the Living Dead, put on by Ben Eielson Drama Productions, Opening Night is 14 and shows through the 15 then again on the 21st through the 22. Get there around 5 if you plan on going as the house can fill up really fast.

Favorite Songs of the week: October 26- Nov. 1

2008-11-03T01:54:00.000-08:00

* Tangled Up in Blue- Bob Dylan
* Come Pick Me Up- Ryan Adams
* She So High- Tal Bachman
* Can't Always Get What You Want- Rolling Stones
* Over the Rainbow- Judy Garland
* Famous Last Words- My Chemical Romance
* Heaven- Los Lonely Boys
* Star Matter- Ani DiFranco
* Our Swords- Band of Horses
* Karma Police- Radiohead
* Head Over Feet- Alannis Morrestte
* Schools Out- Alice Cooper
* Breakaway- Kelly Clarkson
* God Blessed the Broken Road- Rascel Flatts
* Amazed- Lonestar
* Come A Little Closer- Dierks Bently

"It's close To Midnight and Something Evil's Lurking in The Dark."

2008-10-31T14:37:00.000-07:00

Happy Halloween!

Hope y'all have safe one.

Now name the song lyric that is the title of today's post.

I'll give you a hint.

Films and Music

2008-10-30T18:24:00.000-07:00

are just meant to be together. Just soul mates forever and ever. They are two of my favorite things.

This is just a great list. Check 'em out. :D

Films that should be made into Musicals

Love,

Dj M

Favorite Songs of the Weeks of Oct 12- 26

2008-10-27T12:59:00.000-07:00

Because I'm a knuckle head I forgot to change out the favorite songs of the week for the last 2 weeks so this is what they were. New ones are posted now :D

I blame me being deathly ill and insanely busy to my lack of attention to the Favorite song list.

Come Away with Me-- Norah Jones
Uncle John's Band- Grateful Dead
Office Theme Song
Congradulations-- Blue October
I Believe-- Blessed Union of Souls
1979-- Smashing Pumpkins
Do That Thing You Do-- The Wonders
Dancing in the Moonlight-- Van Morrison
Black Star-- Eliza Lumley
Come On Get Higher-- Matt Nathanson
After Hours-- We are Scientists
How to Say Goodbye-- Paul Tiernan
Hands in the Air-- Flo Rida
I Could Fall in Love-- Selena
Never an Absolution-- James Horner

Playlist October 27 2008 "I can touch a symphony of sound"

2008-10-27T08:54:00.000-07:00

So yesterday was Jakes birthday and on Saturday it was Aaron's wedding and Father Tom came into town on Saturday as well. So this weekend was relaxing, yet, it wasn't, but, thats fine, it was fun and I have no problem being tired, besides I've got coffee to hold me over. :D It's also a good day because, I'm no longer deathly ill like I was last week, I realized, I should stop being a pain about going to the doctor. Enough chatter, what we are really here for is the music!

so...
Heeerrrreeesss....

The Playlist for Oct. 27
(X)= Studio playlist items that I dig

Boring- Drive Bye (X)
Good Morning- Gene Kelly
Tremble for my Beloved- Collective Soul
Tu Es Partout- Edith Piaf
An Atlas to Follow- Wild Sweet Orange (X)
Mrs. Robinson- Simon and Garfunkle
Lorealai- Matt Pryor (X)
Karma Police- Christopher O'Riley (covers Radiohead) (X)
Show Must Go On- Jim Broadbent ft Moulin Rouge Cast
Love Song for a Schutaz Bartender- Margot and the Nuclear so and so's
Dear Lover- Matt Pryor(X)
It'll All Work Out- Tom Petty
I Finally Found Somone- Bryan Adams ft Barabara Striesand
Home- Emma Hill (X)
Earth to Bella part 1- Incubus
Come Away with Me- Norah Jones
The Mixed Tape- Jack's Mannequin
Our Swords- Band of Horses
I Will Follow You into the Dark- Death Cab for Cutie
Oh My Sweet Carolina- Ryan Adams
Waltz of the Lonely Teacup- Emma Hill (X)
Bookworm- Margot and the Nuclear So and So's (X)
Tristan and Yvaine- Ilan Esheri
5 Year Time- Noah and the Whale (X)
I Want You- Kings of Leon (X)
Sound of Pulling Heaven Down- Blue October
Unintended- Muse
Second Lover- Noah and the Whale (X)
Manhattan- Kings of Leon (X)
Lullabye (Goodnight my Angel)- Billy Joel
Oh, Oh Child- Marvin Gaye
String Quartet in C Sharp Op. 131- Michael Kamen
I Dare You to Move- Switchfoot
Ring of Fire- Social Distortion
Sing for Absoultion- Muse
I'll Be Seeing You- Bille Holiday

Have a wonderful day.

Advice for the day: "If you listen, you learn and you discover... that maybe you aren't the next Whitney Houston any place other than in the shower" (it'll be our secret)

Love,
DJ M

Now Hear This: Band of Horses

2008-10-25T10:47:00.000-07:00

Now hear this column is up and ready to read :D

Now Hear This: Hot Band Formerly Known as Horses

If You can't get to it to that link, here's the whole article.

Mix Slash’s guitar skills with some Grateful Dead, then add a pinch of My Morning Jacket. Blend well with The Bravery and put it in the oven at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Serve it hot, and you get the music from Band of Horses. This band combines a nice sound of drums and guitars with a good even tone from the lead singer.

Their music, despite the description above, sounds woodsy, yet influenced by the grunge rock scene. The song “Our Swords” is a good one to put on when cleaning the house, doing the dishes or even just putting on music just to listen. It has a great tempo and an easy fluid beat, creating a song that you can sway to (not recommended while driving).

The band’s name was originally just Horses. Picture it: July 13, 2006, the Late Show with David Letterman. A new band with a different sound from the Northwest appears on screens everywhere. The song that started was “The Funeral,” which was on the band’s first album and ended up on the One Tree Hill: Road Mix soundtrack. The strumming guitar and the singer-songwriter-feel of the beginning leads into a powerful ballad. The band recorded their first album and subsequent albums in North Carolina, all because of one fateful night with David Letterman.

Their first album, Everything All the Time, was released on March 21, 2006 and peaked at Billboards’ Independent Album charts at 31. Keeping to the form of more indie rock than pop rock, they released their second album, Cease to Begin, on Oct. 9. This album flew to No. 1 on the Billboard Independent Album charts. Both of these albums are available on iTunes, other music sources on the Internet, or even old-school record stores. The band’s music has been featured on One Tree Hill, Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist, and Gossip Girl.

If you’d like to hear more of this band and others that rock, check out Marissa’s radio show on KSUA 91.5 on Monday mornings at 8-10 a.m. If you want to see what has been played in past shows, check out her blog, http://nowhearthis915.blogspot.com/

DJ M’s Playlist of the Week:

1.) The Funeral- Band of Horses
2.) Gideon- My Moring Jacket
3.) New Born- Muse
4.) Everything’s Magic- Angels & Airwaves
5.) Time Won’t Let Me Go- The Bravery

Playlist Oct 20 2008, "Because I'm thinking about a brand new hope"

2008-10-20T15:24:00.000-07:00

Today I woke up, not wanting to get up, granted thats everyday, but it was harder today, because I didn't feel good at all. But I did because I had my job to do, but God, did I feel like hell. Right before I got on air, I never I digress, today was cold, much like every other day, given that its Alaska, but, again I digress; my Brother (Zack Bowman, of the Bears Football Team) ran a touchdown back and the interception that won the game! So here, big brother, the shout out that I couldn't give you this morning, because you weren't listening as you don't have the website to do so and because, I didnt' have a voice this morning. "Here's looking at you kid," (now name that movie! :D)

Playlist for Oct. 20th 2008

(X)- Playlist songs that I liked
(*)- Column for the week Music

Monday, Monday- The Mama's and the Papa's
Sound of Pulling Heaven Down- Blue October
World Come On- The Dandy Worhols (X)
Love Song for Schutaz Bartender- Margot and the Nuclear So and So's (X)
I Wish It Would Rain- The Temptations
Soul Meets Body- Death Cab for Cutie
Tangled Up in Blue- Bob Dylan
Beast of All Saints- The Dandy Worhols (X)
Soul of a Man- Beck (X)
Shine- Collective Soul
Voodoo- Godsmack
Mary- Noah and the Whale (X)
Modern Guilt- Beck (X)
Many Angels Lead You In- Jimmy Eats World (one of my favorite songs)
Leave Out All the Rest- Linkin Park
Sunday Bloody Sunday- String Quartet Tribute
Sweet & Low- Augustana
Walls- Beck
Shape of my Heart- Noah and the Whale
Macy's Day Parade- Green Day
Lullabye- Billy Joel
Waltz of the Lonely Tea Cup- Emma Hall (X)
Home- Emma Hill (X)
I'll Be- Edwin McCain
California Dreamin'- The Mama's and Papa's
Seeing is Believing- Wild Sweet Orange (X)
Waitin on Sunrise- David Vardenvelde (X)
Sing for Absolution- Muse
Unchained Melody- Righteous Brothers
Someone to Watch Over Me- Ella Fitzgerald
Speed of Sound- Chris Bell
The Funeral- Band of Horses (*)

"I've been working like a dog"

2008-10-16T21:03:00.000-07:00

I think everyone should have a Beatles phase in their life. I think it's part of growing up in the Western world.: Jadelr and Cristina Cordova

Found this quote, thought it was funny...

and so true.

Now Hear This Column for Oct 14

2008-10-15T22:13:00.001-07:00

New Column is up!!

Now Hear This: Ryan Adams

If You can't get there through that link, here's the full article.

yan Adams has been in numerous bands including: Blank Label, The Patty Duke Syndrome and Whiskeytown to name a few, before he made a solo career with the album, Heartbreaker.

He has made other albums that include “Rock n Roll” and the latest “Cardiology” which was set to be released October 28, 2008. Although the first single “Fix It” was released Sept. 23 of this year.

In 2001 Adams won, “Best Male Rock Vocal” as well as “Best Rock Album.” Although he didn’t win, he was also nominated the same year for the “Best Male Country Vocal” for his version of Hank Williams’ song “Love Sick Blues”.

Ryan Adams is one of my favorite singers; his bluesy, yet alternative country sound is reminiscent of Bob Dylan. Both have amazing voices that are gravelly and beautiful, Adams’ voice is showcased in the ballad, “Hotel Chelsea Nights.”

Besides the rocking guitar riffs and powerful ballads that Adams and Dylan both sing, they are also both long time residents of New York City; The Big Apple is ever present in their music.

Adams definitely has a New York sound to his music. You can almost picture the smoky bar in Greenwich Village; Adams on stage with an acoustic guitar, a drink, getting ready to give the crowd an impromptu concert.

While that scene constantly resounds in Ryan Adams’ songs and albums, he is also great to listen to in the car on late drives, escially my favorite song, “Come Pick Me Up”.

Adams has been featured in movies like “Elizabethtown” and in popular TV shows like “One Tree Hill.” I give Ryan Adams 4 stars out of 5.

If you’d like to hear more of this artist and other bands that rock check out Now Hear This on KSUA Mondays from 8-10am and Marissa Davis’ blog at http://nowhearthis915.blogspot.com/ for more about all things music.

Favorite Songs from Oct. 5- 112008

2008-10-13T18:42:00.000-07:00

Just Be Simple- Songs: Ohia
Tangled Up in Blue- Bob Dylan
Everything- Buck Cherry
You'll Ask For Me- Tyler Hilton
Here I Stand- Madina Lake
Macy's Day Parade- Green Day
Warwick Ave.- Duffy
Come So Far- Hairspray Cast
Hotel Chelsea Nights- Ryan Adams
Brandy- Looking Glass
Crazy- K.C. and Jojo
Nick and Norah's Theme- Mark Mothersbaugh
Riot Radio- The Dead 60s
Speed of Sound- Chris Bell
Middle Mangement- Bishop Allen

"Let it Snow, Let it Snow" Playlist for Oct. 13 2008

2008-10-13T17:13:00.000-07:00

Let it snow, Jimminy Christmas! This morning was like God opened up the sky and said, "Hm, Alaska doesn't have nearly enough issues, lets add some snow into the mix!" Luckily its not completely bad, slick as hell in some places, but not all bad. Yes, I, me, she who hates snow, is saying snow isn't completely bad... While I still don't feel good, I got medicine and turns out, that this week is the week that I have so many ampts that it could very well make your head spin, but the most important thing now, is the playlist from this morning. Let's get to it shall we...

Playlist for Oct. 13 2008

(X)= KSUA playlist songs, *I liked theses ones outta the whole selection*

Good Morning- Gene Kelly
Love Letters- Dario Maranelli
Strawberry Swing- Coldplay (X)
I'm a Lightning Rod- Margot and the Nuclear So and So's (X)
Voodoo- Godsmack
After Hours- We are Scientists
Warwick Ave- Duffy (X)
Let it Snow- Micheal Buble
Death and All His Friends- Coldplay (X)
Rockferry- Duffy(X)
I Will Possess Your Heart- Death Cab for Cutie (X)
Baby It's Cold Outside- Zooey Dashnel and Leon Redbone
Riot on the Radio- The Dead 60s
How to Say Goodbye- Paul Tiernan
Feeling Good- Muse
1979- Smashing Pumpkins
That Thing You Do- The Wonders
Plastic Pre-Flight Seats- Windmill (X)
The Ice is Getting Thinner- Death Cab for Cutie (X)
Dancing in the Moonlight- Van Morrison
Represent, Cuba- the Orishas
Asthamatic- Windmill (X)
Camera- Women (X)
Everything- Buckcherry
Middle Mangement- Bishop Allen
Trouble Maker- Weezer (X)
Elegy for Dunkirk- Dario Marinelli
Band of Brothers Theme- Micheal Kamen
Pork and Beans- Weezer (X)
Come Get Higher- Matt Nathanson
Que Sera Sera- Sly and the Family Stone

"Just The Girl I've Been Looking For"

2008-10-09T16:44:00.000-07:00

In light of yesterday's post, I've had a change in mood. I'm just now, revived. I'm a new woman. I'm so happy and just full of energy its just nuts! So, I've decided since I posted my down in the dumps playlist, I'll post a high octane energy one. Just one that is fun filled and just jam to. Whether it be in car or in your room or ( I promise I won't say a word) the shower, where you have the vocal range of Mariah Carey.

After yesterday's breakdown, I've just become the happy DJ M that I am usually. I finally accepted things for what they were and the best part, I got an 8.5/10 on my article! I was worrying for nothing!! I knew things would be fine, I just need to have more faith, but as per usual I ramble on when important things need to said like :

the Quote of the Day- "With a great bra and pair of shoes and kick ass shade of red lipstick a woman could take over the world"

Playlist for today's Mood includes:

Stacy's Mom- Fountains of Wayne (everyone knows this one)
Beautiful Soul- Jesse McCartney (I'm not ashamed that I like him, after a day like yesterday everyone needs a song that tells them how beautiful they really are)
Teenage Wasteland- The Who (Who seriously doesn't love that opening? One of the best!)
Unbelievable- EMF
Anyway You Want It- Journey
Hands In the Air- Flo Rida
Raspberry Beret- Prince
When the Sun Goes Down- Kenny Chesney ft Uncle Cracker
Twist and Shout- The Beatles
I'm a Bitch- Meredith Brooks
Walk This Way- Run DMC ft Areosmith
Spice Up Your Life- Spice Girls (I love them and who can't resist this song? I mean even top tapping, its an instant upper)
3 Small Words- Josie and the Pussycats (I love this movie, its fun and its great to just dance around to. Great beat, perfect to act like a rock star too)
Ride Wit Me- Nelly
Lady Marmalade- Missy Elliot, Lil Kim, Pink, Christina Agulaira, Maya
Ray of Light- Madonna
Girl at the Rock Show- Blink-182
TubTumping- Chumbawumba
Hunk of Burning Love- Elvis (Try your best Elvis impersation. Go ahead... it'll be our secret)
You Can't Stop the Beat- Hairspray Cast

So go put the list and bust it out like you own the place. Dance around and belt it out like your Whitney Houston pre Bobby Brown into a spoon, hairbrush or whatever is in your hand! Nothing is more freeing than pretending your rock star.

"Don't ask any question and don't try to understand"

2008-10-08T16:32:00.001-07:00

Today is a blah day, just lay around and do nothing day. Sounds great right? Wrong. I feel guilty for something, I really don't know what, ok I know what it is about. I feel guilt because someone came to me asking for help and I just said no. While I've said no before, its the first time I've said no to him and it is bugging me deeply. I just can't get it outta my head and he hasn't contacted me and I feel guilty and sad because of that. I know, that its not my fault that he did the things he did, but I feel responsible for him. I know, that I should, but I do and I know I can't help someone who doesn't want it, but, damn it, it is just irritating. Its also bugging me, wheater or not I'm suppose to do my major. I know that I want to write, but, I don't know what I'm meant to do. Your probably wondering what this has to do with music, well, it has to do with having a playlist for your moods.

I've learned that having a playlist for your moods can help you deal with life in general. Good moods and bad.

My Playlist for today mood: Blah Apathy with a dash of self-hate, Generous helping of guilt and a bit chunk of what am suppose to do with my life- itis and a hint of worry.

What I've Done- Linkin Park
No More Sorrow- Linkin Park
Ordinary People- John Legend
Never too Late- Three Days Grace
It'll All Work Out- Tom Petty
Basket Case- Green Day
He Lays in the Reins- Iron and Wine with Calexico
Coffee and Cigarettes- Michelle Featherstone
With or Without You- U2
I Believe- Blessed Union Souls
Meant to Live- Switchfoot
Dare You To Move- Switchfoot
Undeniable- Mat Kearney
Hurt- Johnny Cash
Here's to the Night- Eve 6
Sweet and Low- Augustana
Here I Stand- Madina Lake
Far Away- Nickelback
Time of Your Life- Green Day (this one had to be on there)
Macy's Day Parade- Green Day

These songs are now, making me feel much better. I'll be in a better mood, after I take my nap, lack of sleep can really get to you.

Good Night and Good Luck
Love,

Me

Nick and Norah Infinite Playlist Review and my Epiphany

2008-10-07T16:57:00.001-07:00

My review of Nick and Norah Inifinte Playlist (movie and soundtrack) has hit stands as of NOON today. So everyone that can get one, grab one, if not, I'll put up the link, when it is made available :D Now to take a nap, because I'm exhausted and I have a midnight deadline for a story that hasn't happened yet. WHOO go Journalism! haha, but in other news. I had an eye opening class in my American Sign Language class.

We had a guest speaker and she is deaf, but wears cochlear implants and is like me, she can live in the hearing world and in the deaf world. It was so awesome to listen to someon who struggled like I did with learning how to hear and using my hearing and use it. She said and explained all the things that I was feeling and how I felt and everything. I was so cool to see, that I wasn't the only one who felt like that. Guilty because I could hear while others couldn't and guilty because I couldn't hear and was feigning the ability to exisit in a world that would label me as disabled, when I didn't believe I was. I got her email and so I'll be emailing her alot about being deaf in a hearing world and the like. I think I suprised her when she was going through and asking people if they were hearing and I said i was hard of hearing and we signed for a minute back and forth.

This whole experience was just wonderful. It showed me how free I really am. I fit in everywhere, even when it seems like I fit nowhere. Anyways, I've got a ton of homework to do. So thats my rant for today.

Much Love. Me

Here are the Reviews for both the CD and Movie:

“Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist” is a great album. I bought it hoping that it would be good and I was blown away by how great it really was. It has a great indie
sound to it. If the soundtracks from “Juno” and “One Tree Hill” had a baby, this is what it would sound like.
It’s an album that you get sucked into with toe-tapping beats and an infectious ability to make you do so.
The song “Middle Management” by Bishop
Allen is the song from the trailer for the movie and would be a great addition to any running or workout playlist. That’s not the only song that can appease listeners.
The song “Nick and Norah’s Theme Song” by Marks Mothersbaugh is also a catchy tune that can delight even the most hard rocker. It is a fanciful and wonderfully
synchronized tune. While techno heads might love it, it can appease anyone looking
for a great instrumental to lay out and ponder about life to.
This album is a great one and I give it a 4.5 out of 5 stars.
DJ M’s Playlist of the Week:
1.Middle Mangement- Bishop Allen
2.Nick and Norah’s Theme- Marks Mothersbaugh
3.Riot Radio- The Dead 60s
4.Our Swords- Band of Horses
5.Screw That Man- The Jerk-Offs
6.How To Say Goodbye- Paul Tiernan

The Movie:
I went to see “Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist” expecting something to see something
amazing and I got an amazing view of the world of New York City. There were parts of the film that were a bit reminiscent
of Juno, which also starred Michael Cera, but other than that, it was a great movie.
The plot circles around Nick, a member of the band the Jerk-Offs, who has recently
been dumped. When his ex shows up to one of his shows, he turns to a stranger, Norah, and asks her to be his girlfriend for five minutes, which sets them on a citywide
adventure.
The music of the film stayed true to the indie rock vibe, which was what the director
and writers were aiming for and it also provide sentimental moments like when Norah asks Nick if he’s sad because he’s missing the concert. He replies, “I’m not missing it, this is it.”
It was a great movie that is good for anyone
to go see. While there is adult humor there is something there for those who are there for the music, for the romance and some who are there just for the love of getting
lost in a great movie.
There were parts that were a bit disgusting,
but all in all it was a wonderful movie.
I give it 5 out of 5 stars

First October Show: Oct. 6 2008

2008-10-06T08:59:00.000-07:00

This morning weather was a bit nippy not horribly cold, but cold enough. On Friday I went and saw Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist and it was wonderful! Just fantastic, did a review on the movie and soundtrack available on Tuesday in the Sun Star and it will be on here as well. Anyways here's the list for today:

Playlist for October 6 2008:
(X)= Required Playlist and the songs I liked from it.
(*)= Article Focus

Paint it Black- The Rolling Stones
Pork and Beans- Weezer (X)
You Can do Better Than Me- Death Cab for Cutie (X)
Running Up That Hill- Placebo
Bookworm- Margot and the Nuclear So and So's (X)
Bring on Wonder- Susan Enan ft Sarah McLaughlin
I Will Possess Your Heart- Death Cab for Cutie (X)
Middle Management- Bishop Allen(*)
Nick and Norah's Theme- Mark Mothersbough(*)
Warwick Avenue- Duffy
Come Get Higher- Matt Nathanson
Plastic Pre-Flight Seats- Windmill (*)
Falling Away With You- Muse
One Day I'll Fly Away- Nicole Kidman
Mercy- Duffy (X)
Speed of Sound- Chris Bell
Asthmatic- Windmill (X)
Everything- Buckcherry
The Angel and the One- Weezer (X)
London Calling- The Clash
Macy's Day Parade- Green Day
My Baby Shoots (Her Mouth Off)- Margot and the Nuclear so and so's (X)
Long Division- Death Cab for Cutie (X)
Hemorrhage- Fuel
Violent Hill- Coldplay (X)
Sweet and Low- Augustana
Return to Me- Matthew Ryan
Can't Take My Eyes Off of You- Muse
After Tonight- Justin Nozuka
Rose (instrumental)- James Horner

Favorite Songs of the Week, Sept 22 - Sept 29

2008-09-30T17:20:00.000-07:00

All Favorite Songs will now be posted at the end of their reign. Here's last week's winners. :) All of these songs are availiable on iTunes or at your local record store along with chain stores.

Favorite Songs

Long Ago and Far Away- Jo Stafford
Somewhere Over the Rainbow- Judy Garland
Bookworm- Margot and the Nuclear So and So's
Best is Yet to Come- Frank Sinatra
Arrhythmia- Parachute Musical
Soul Meets Body- Death Cab for Cutie
Feeling Good- Muse
Into the Ocean- Blue October
Viva la Vida- Cold Play
Blood- Editors
Sweet Carolina Rain- Christian Kaine
Love Story- Taylor Swift
So What- P!ink
'S Wondeful- Gene Kelly

Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

2008-09-30T16:51:00.000-07:00

This movie looks promising. I really want to see it and so in spirit I got the soundtrack and oh my gosh! I'm so loving it.

It really is a great album, yes I say album, but anywho. It really is great, its like if Juno's Soundtrack and One Tree Hill's Soundtracks had a twins named Nick and Norah. I'm really liking the song Middle Management by Bishop Allen. Its really catchy and without knowing it you just get sucked into it and just start tapping along.

This album is defiantly a album to stick in the car and play when on a road trip to Anchorage or, you know, where ever.

I give it a 5 stars outta 5

Playlist Sept. 29 2008

2008-09-29T09:13:00.000-07:00

It was freezing this morning!! Good Gravy, why has winter come soooo early!!!! In better news, I have new songs to play on the show :D I'm also sad to report, that my Denver Broncos got beat by KC Chiefs,but, my new column should be out tommorow. In the meantime, here is the playlist from this morning:

(*) is the article focus
(X) are part of a required playlist items that I picked because, well, I liked 'em.

Death and All His Friends-- Coldplay (X)
Warwick Ave.-- Duffy (X)
What If I Loved You-- Joey Gian
No More Sorrow-- Linkin Park
Atonement- Dario Marianelli
One More Song-- Parachute Musical (X)
I Will Possess You Heart-- Death Cab for Cutie (X)
Cementaries of London-- Coldplay(X)
Mercy-- Duffy (X)
Macy's Day Parade-- Green Day
Long Ago and Faraway-- Jo Stanfford
Cannonball-- The Breeders
Shine-- Collective Soul
Everything-- Buckcherry
Oh My Sweet Carolina-- Ryan Adams(*)
Long Division-- Death Cab for Cutie (X)
Times are a-changing-- Bob Dylan
Pork and Beans-- Weezer(X)
Syurp and Honey-- Duffy(X)
Here I Stand-- Madina Lake
Racing-- Windmill
With My Own Eyes-- Dario Marianelli
The Angel and the One-- Weezer
Galway Girl-- Steve Earle
Asthmatic-- Windmill
Dear Maria, Count Me In-- All Time Low
Sound of Pulling Heaven Down-- Blue October
Till There Was You-- The Beatles
Magnolia Mountain-- Ryan Adams (*)
The Best is Yet to Come-- Frank Sinatra

Ohhhh the magical Ipod...

2008-09-28T11:38:00.000-07:00

So, there is an amazingly cool thing on my new ipod! It has the option to have the song blend into the next song. It is wicked awesome then, it also has this Genius program on it!!!

I'm so in love with it!

But there something more important happening today. My Denver Broncos are playing against Kansas City.

Lets go Broncos!!!

The Ipod has landed, I repeat the Ipod has landed

2008-09-26T23:56:00.000-07:00

Thats it, its a confirm. My ipod is here! I'm listening to it now and it is freaken awesome!!! It crazy awesome!!

I'm really loving it.

Whoosh off to play with new iPod...

New Ipod!!!

2008-09-25T21:58:00.000-07:00

Came into day!!! But alas no one was home to sign for it. :( awww, but it will be in my possession tomorrow!

3 cheers...

Hip hip...

Hooray

Hip hip...

Hooray

Hip hip...

Hooray!

My First Column!

2008-09-23T17:00:00.000-07:00

My first column as a columnist was published today!

I'm so excited, this is totally an awesome day!

The website to see the article is: Now Hear This: Muse as Muse

YAY!

If you can't get to that link, here's the full article.

he band Muse has been used as a muse in the writing of the popular series “Twilight” by Stephenie Meyer and their music has been used in movies like “Swordfish” and video games like “Guitar Hero.”

Muse started out as a small band from Teignmouth, England and while the British were not too keen on them, stating they sounded too much like Radiohead—the United States were more than willing to sign them—starting the band’s pathway into modern pop culture and radio sets everywhere.

Their sound cannot be labeled because it changes with every album. Their songs can range from hard-hitting rock to soft harmonious lyrics that create a scene in your head.

The song “Butterflies and Hurricanes” has a beautiful orchestra that lends itself to the self-empowering lyrics

that float like a butterfly and hit like a hurricane. All of their albums are rumored to have hidden messages in them.

One thing that is present are the musical tastes they are inspired by, like Italian and yet they also have a hint of Depeche Mode and a small tasting of Jimi Hendrix. In the album “Absolution,” the band also makes major use of distorted bass lines to add a heavier, more intense feel to their riffs.

While “Absolution” in my opinion is Muse’s best album, their other studio albums like “Black Holes and Revelations,” “Showbiz” and “Origin of Symmetry” all are great albums that are great at creating pictures and stories in the listener’s head. With the band’s natural talent and ever-changing sound, I give them a 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you’d like to hear this band along with many other bands that rock, check out “Now Hear This” with DJ M on 91.5 fm KSUA.

Marissa Davis is a DJ for UAF’s student radio station, KSUA. Her show, Now Hear This, is on from 8-10 a.m. on Mondays.

DJ M’s Playlist of the Week:

1. Butterflies and Hurricanes- Muse
2. Dear Maria Count Me In- All Time Low
3. Because I Want You- Placebo
4. S Wonderful- Gene Kelly
5. Sweet Carolina Rain- Christian Kane
6. You’ll Never Find a Love With Mine- Lou Rawls
7. So What- Pink
8. Fall For You- Secondhand Serenade
9. Blood- Editors
10. The Best is Yet to Come- Frank Sinatra

Playlist for Sept 22

2008-09-22T18:08:00.001-07:00

This morning started off with me not wanting to get out of bed and ended up hitting snooze till 7:12 :D yay, for sleeping in! My Ipod was not wanting to work today, but with few technical difficulties the show went off without a hitch. Then I went shopping with my Mom. 3 Cheers for Groceries! Oh and... I ordered a new IPOD!! WHOO engraved for everything!! Exciting times in the Life of me :D. I should be in soon like Friday!! I'm really excited. It's 16 gigs because I thought 120 gigs was a bit extreme, but moving on, this is the.... (cue music and drull roll)

Playlist for Sept. 22
(X= Station Music, that I liked and put in the mandatory playlist)

Variations of Static- Olafur Arnalds
Arrhythmia- Parachute Musical (X)
Can't Take My Eyes Off of You- Muse
Do You Realize- Flaming Lips
Dear Jacksonville- Parachute Musical (X)
La Grange- ZZ Top
I Will Follow You (into the Dark)- Death Cab For Cutie
Dark Blue- Jack's Manniquin
Leave Me- Parachute Musical
I Will Possess Your Heart- Death Cab for Cutie (X)
Bookworm- Margot and the Nuclear So and So's
Time Is Running Out- Muse
Singin' in the Rain- Gene Kelly
The Best is Yet to Come- Frank Sinatra
My Baby (Shoots Her Mouth Off)- Margot and the Nuclear So and So's
Pity and Fear- Death Cab for Cutie (X)
Congradulations- Blue October
Feeling Good- Muse
The Ballad of Salvador and Isabelle- Twilight Hotel (X)
Chloe Dancer/ Crown of Thorns- Mother Love Bone
Asthmatic- Windmill (X)
Mr. Feathers- Elvis Costello (X)
Death Valley Queen- Flogging Molly
Brown Eyed Girl- Green Day
Someone to Watch Over Me- Ella Fitzgerald
Plastic Pre-Flight Seats- Windmill (X)
Tremble for My Beloved- Collective Soul
You Were Meant for Me- Gene Kelly

Playlist Sept. 15 2008

2008-09-16T21:27:00.000-07:00

*Disclaimer* This is not necessarily the order they were played, I'll try to be as accurate as I can be.

Everything We Had-- The Academy Is
Star Matter--Ani DiFranco
Falling Away with You-- Muse
Dear Jacksonville-- Parachute Musical
I Will Follow You into the Dark-- Death Cab for Cutie
String Quartest in C Sharp Minor, Op. 131--Michael Kamen
Take Me Away-- Plain White T's
Doing That Thing You Do-- The Wonders
Flashback '83-- Parachute Musical
Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy-- The Andrews Sisters

Day One

2008-09-16T20:30:00.000-07:00

My first show was on Monday and it was a success for the time that I was on.
I'll post my playlist from that day as soon as I can upload it. Then everything will be posted in one big post.