Chairlift: Something - Album Preview on KCRW

Currently listening to Guillemots Through the windowpane. It soothes my brain, body & soul. The uplifting songs are great. I've been busy reading up on a few things I needed to check out, and I have booked an eye test for tomorrow. It's definitely been way over two years since I last had them tested (can't remember the last one, except for that I cried during it, which didn't help much)!

I also have my first driving lesson tomorrow!!

Up next on my listen list is this. Remember them?!

Chairlift: Something - Album Preview on KCRW

Discovered

I have just discovered the work of British Graphic Designer & Illustrator Alan Fletcher. One of the most influencial designers in history, he was a pioneer of British Post-War Graphic Design. He designed the V&A Museum logo and was a master at using simplicity and wit within his designs. There is a book he released in 2001 called 'The Art of Looking Sideways' that I can't wait to have a look at. He passed away in 2006 and there were exhibitions dedicated to his work. I've been looking at blogs from then to get an idea of what they were like and finding out more about his life & work here.

Oh Land & Lana

Was just listening to a few Lana Del Ray tracks on youtube. I first saw her on Jools Holland and I still think she sounds like Placebo. I know a lot of people are likening her to Cat Power. But I've grown tired of comparisons over the last few years. Probably because that's all I ever used to do. I heard the single 'Video Games' in the car over Christmas and it really got to me, so yes, I approve. I also love her hair. Roses feature heavily in her styling and promo too. A girl after my own heart. Her real name is Lizzie Grant and apparently her dad thought Lana Del Ray would sell more records. If you haven't already, you should definitely check out the official video for 'Born To Die'. You can find both on her site. http://lanadelrey.com/

Anyways, found this on my travels and it is the raison d'etre for my post today because it made me smile. From another talented lady, the Danish singer-songwriter, Nanna Øland Fabricius, better known by her stage name, 'Oh Land'.



http://www.ohlandmusic.com/

Happy Talk

I haven't written a post in months but I'm back. I'm thinking of publishing some of my poems and
general rants but part of me thinks that stuff is in the past, so I will just talk about other stuff, like Music! But I have good news too. This year is all about staying mentally and physically fit and positive. Remaining on an even keel. etc. I am no longer riding through the choppy ocean of stormy weather that was the last couple of years. I've braved the worst and come out on top, with only a few battle scars, but they are being healed as I write. Writing always makes me feel better.

I'm now 27 and it's 2012 and I'm still alive! I moved house in November; and I am so happy to say that I now live somewhere that is completely habitable with a lovely housemate and everything I could ever need or want.

I want to introduce you to a great Musical. It's called South Pacific (Rodgers & Hammerstein) and I've been aware of it for years. I have recently started getting flashbacks about my childhood, and things I used to like and do. I used to listen to this soundtrack when I was very small, probably around nine or ten. My mum's room was like heaven; she had a record player and quite a good collection, including West Side Story and Abba. And South Pacific. So I used to listen and sing a long. I knew all the words to Abba's songs when I happened to see a tribute act one summer.

Anyway listen to this song. Whether musicals are your thing or not- nobody can not like this...

I'm looking into finding the original South Pacific on DVD. Until then I think I'm long overdue a watch of Singin' In The Rain...

This is such a good feel good track. It always makes me feel better.

Happy Talk

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