Moving on

So as you probably noticed, I actually forgot to do a new Monday Moves. But I thought long and hard about it and decided I will not continue the segment, as the first entry was easy, but that it's more difficult and time consuming to continue it. I'm not saying I couldn't find any new moves, just that it would take longer than I care to spend on it.

That being said, I'm sure I could figure out another series for Mondays. Right now though, let's look at the new trailer for The Dark Knight Rises.



I'd like to speak about Teaser Trailers. Obviously the point is to keep you wanting more. Once the trailer is over, you're left saying " What the f...!" or "Why the f.." or "Where the f.." Basically you can't even finish the swear word because you have nothing to go on. I think these kinds of trailers are not just ridiculously smart on the part of the studio, but also healthy for the audience. In an age where...ok I won't start that way. But, in a time where...ah crap. No matter what, I sound like I'm starting a rant that has some piece of wisdom I've noticed from being a film major.

Anyway, I just think it's good to keep people guessing. In a far fetched comparison, it's why we wrap gifts! If your brand new life size transformer was just sitting in the living room on a late December morning, it would take the excitement and pleasure out of not knowing what you're unwrapping. Although to be realistic, I think you'd probably know by the shape that it was a transformer, no matter how many bows are on it. And I know people who hate surprises..but I think those people lack a certain human gene.

The last thing I will say on the matter, (besides how crazy awesome the movie is gonna be!!) is that enjoy the guessing game now, because once the curtain comes off and there are 3 minute long trailers where you saw the ending and all the actions scenes, you'll be aching for the time where you didn't know exactly what it looked like. That's what she said.

Trojan Horse..Saturday?

As my grandma would say...Wowee! I can't apologize enough for lacking on my Trojan Horse Thursday. Both my Thursday and Friday were jam packed with interviews, happy hours, working on a film shoot and helping my dad pack for a trip. This is probably why I don't have a big following because people like stability in their blogs..especially people who have stability in their jobs. So for that I say, my bad.

Because this post is delayed, I decided to make up for it big time by doubling this week's cover songs! Like I stated before, cover songs are a tricky maneuver. I think sometimes it would be a great honor to have your song covered, and other times, a great travesty. Depending on who takes on the delicate feat of re-making somebody's art.

I recently got into Grace Potter & The Nocturnals. Not because of their popular single "Paris," but because I saw a video of them at Bonnaroo this year and was their great performance. I love women with huge voices, and Grace Potter has not just that, but also an edginess and unabashed sex appeal that sets her apart. I found that they've done tons of live covers and was really excited to see an Otis Redding (an all time favorite) gem in there. Although nobody can top Otis in my book, Potter lends a very different but still raw and emotional touch to this song. This version starts part way into the song, but I chose it because it has the best sound with which to hear her voice. Perfection.

Grace Potter and the Nocturnals: Pain In My Heart (Otis Redding Cover)


The second cover chosen was just found today and it's definitely not your typical cover to say the least, but I found it pretty funny and I figured if there were going to be two covers, they had to be pretty opposite. The band is called Red Band, but also goes by the name of the The Puppet Folk Revival. Now apparently this group has their own TV show in their home country of Israel and they tour around the country as well..hence the puppet in the beginning of the video talking about where their next show was going to be. My favorite part is the mouse saying "Ka-Ching!"

Puppet Folk Revival: Paper Planes (M.I.A. Cover)

Can He Move it Like This?

Welcome to the first addition of Monday Moves! If you forgot what it is, Monday Moves is a new Monday series where I find the next great dance move/artist and bring it to you first on here. Don't worry, this isn't code for me making up dance moves and showing my videos on here. I wouldn't do that because I have enough sense to know it probably wouldn't be that good.

As you may remember two Mondays ago, I featured a video on here called "Lemme Smang It" and brought up the possibility of making this a Monday tradition where I find new dance moves and bring them right to you in your own little cubicle. Well, this Monday I'm actually going to feature a music video from the same record label that produced "Lemme Smang It." This gem is called "Can He Move it Like This," and it features the same guest rapper Flynt Flossy, and he still looks like he's trying to be Charlie Murphy.

When you watch this, please take into account the vibrant suits that this man somehow acquired, and his ability to dye his minimal amount of hair. Also here's special a tip for the GUYS: If you see a girl eating lunch with her boyfriend, and you stare at her while drinking ice tea and then start gyrating...you had her at your red suit. We'd all drop the boyfriend immediately. IMMEDIATELY. This is spot on. Enjoy!

Pretty Raheem ft. Flynt Flossy: Can He Move it Like This

Trojan Horse Thursdays

Welcome back to almost another weekend. It's been proven that I'm horrible with keeping up this blog, as I wasn't able to kick start "The Monday Moves," my new Monday series where I find a new dance move that is about to take the world by storm. Which is not to be confused with your Monday bowel movements.

But I have a good excuse which was the 4th of July weekend, and obviously everybody was entranced by fireworks on Monday so I will continue it next week.

Anyways: Trojan Horse Thursdays. The title for this comes from looking up the word 'cover' on good 'ole Merriam-Webster Dictionary. Underneath the entries there were Synonyms and Related Words. Synonyms were things like blanket, cover, curtain, veil and penumbra (what??). The related words however, started with 'Trojan Horse.' Thus, I picked the one that has almost nothing to do with this NEW segment.

Trojan Horse Thursdays is going to delve into vast the world of cover songs. But do not fear, I will not pick these covers lightly, for I am fully aware of how bad cover songs can be. These will be chosen with much thought and care...or in a pinch, something with a good beat. This first one comes to you from a homeless man (hear me out) who was singing at a mall in Denver, CO. The white man in the beginning is sort of annoying for how he seems to take credit for the singer, but the actual song is really great. The artist, Dred Scott, has a great throaty voice and more of a rock cover of 'Purple Rain.' Also, his Live EP is now on iTunes and will help pay for food and clothing.

Dred Scott: Purple Rain


p.s. Don't tell me you don't love his Teva sandals and socks. So in right now.

Pod

I'm proud to say I've been so busy job hunting that I've been unable to post until now. Some might say that it shows a lack of dedication to my blog and others might say why have a blog if you won't update it everyday? To those critics (who by the way probably have jobs and are just stupidly bored) I politely say you can suck it.

It's easy to sit around in your fancy shmancy cubicles with your income and 'work friends' and berate me for not providing you with entertainment during your workday, but don't hate that I want to be in your situation so badly that I'll dedicate a majority of my time to get to sit where you're sitting. Well not literally since I probably don't have the necessary skills or education to get your job, and being that my major was creative I probably wouldn't enjoy it either.

Nevertheless, I was perusing my usual sites this evening and slightly chuckled when I saw this image, especially surrounded by an average backyard.

There could be multiple options for this Pod in your backyard. For example, if there's no room in your actual apartment or house, make your Pod the man cave! Or maybe your craft room? Or even your bedroom if your sweet new pool table takes up most of the space in your studio apartment. Although I guess if you had a studio you probably wouldn't have a backyard...but hey, many things are possible.

Happy 4th of July weekend everyone! Or for my Canadian friends..Happy 1st!

Smang IT.

For this wonderful Monday post, I've found a new dance move that is sure to take off in clubs around the world! I'm tempted to make this a Monday tradition where I find new dance moves that are sure to make it big..let alone the artists (they truly are) who create them and make epic songs that in their own right should be remembered forever.

This video was made aware to me by someone who probably won't ever read this, and who tried various times to imitate this dance move but sadly failed. Please appreciate everything in this video..from the light wash jeans to the experimentation in video production. Also, watch the expression of the woman in the black dress throughout the video and see if she ever stops loving what she's doing.

Young Humma ft. Flynt Flossy: Lemme Smang It

You Can Call Me Al

This is a hump day double whammy! I was driving home listening to this song and remembered how great the music video is. Then I thought, why not share it with my fellow cubicle lovers to bring joy to their eyes and ears.

Enjoy this uplifting video, and play it right when you get home to celebrate the ending of another workday.



Note: My favorite lyric in this song has always been: "He ducked back down the alley, with some roly-poly little bat-faced girl." I never knew you had that in you Paul Simon, but I admire your honesty.