that's right i said it and i am not going to take it back. my car resembles that of a iceberg on wheels and seating for 5, 4 comfortably. and coats, i guess i need to get one that was made in the last 30 years cause the one i have had for a few years now seems to be slacking on the job.
with that said i am glad to be done with school. i am still checking several times a day for my final grades to confirm that yes indeed i am done with s-c-h-o-o-l!!!! only one class has posted final grades so far, but i turned everything that was due and took all the tests in the other two so if i don't "pass" these classes i am going to riot worse then those of the gaza strip or that of tiananmen square starting in the streets of the sojo and moving onward and upward to the university of Utah campus. a one man riot, our (my) numbers may be few, but our (my) passion is strong!!!!
so now i am all done and really it hasn't quite hit me yet. i am still working at slutty old Taylor Bean and Whitaker supposedly saving peoples homes, however each and every day i get called a variety of expletive deleted names that would make Paul wash each and every persons mouth out with a bar or nine of soap. once i get my diploma i plan on applying to news stations around the valley and actually looking into grad schools. since i am still livin' the bachelors life the tax man has been doing worse things to me, then grimace himself could to the helpless victims of maceys grocery store on a cold winters day. simply put grad school is incredi-expensive. maybe i will just work the streets and see how that turns out....
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Friday, December 12, 2008
comment # 2
here is the link for my second comment on a fellow classmates blog:
https://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=1894066948292560071&postID=8703585610211954636&page=1
https://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=1894066948292560071&postID=8703585610211954636&page=1
Monday, December 8, 2008
Best of 2008
1- Bon Iver- For Emma
Man vs the Wisconsin Wilderness = Perfection. This CD was recorded by one man in a cabin in the Wisconsin wilderness and it doesn't have the best audio quality out there but the melodies and lyrics definitely make up for it. This guy is really talented, give it a few listens and you'll agree I knows it.
2- Vampire Weekend – S/T
This is the feel good hipster release of the year. Its structure is so simple that it makes little sense that they would be so popular to indie music fans. You cant help but sing to each song on this release. Simply put I heart this CD.
3- Pompeii- Nothing Happens For A Reason
I was turned onto these guys from my friend Bryce, this is the bands second release and picks up right where Assembly leaves off. Highly recommend for an easy listening period where time doesn't matter. They would fit in somewhere between the sound of The Album Leaf with the vocals of Ben Gibbard. The songs will get caught in your head where you will want to keep them for hours.
4- Sleepercar – West Texas
This is Jim Ward of Sparta's side project that is amazing. I listen to this a lot because its got that Alt-Country vibe but overall is just rockin'. I would say this is the Cassion Sounds of Salvation (my personal favorite of 2007 ) release for this year. I can't begin the CD without playing it all the way through. Also these guys are the opening act for Coldplay this winter.
5- Moving Mountains – Pneuma
"You don't make a CD like this and not expect to get noticed" is my favorite description of this CD. These guys have made something special that fits somewhere in between the vein of Appleseed Cast and Brand New. This post hardcore band from upstate New York is going to explode onto the scene.
6- Conor Oberst – S/T
As a Bright Eyes fan and pretty much anything Conor releases or has influence on I must say that I love this CD. That's right I said it and I will shout it from the roof tops if needs be. It picks up right where Cassadaga left off just without his fellow band mates.
7- Paper Mache – Easier To Lose
These guys are going to be huge. The band hails from Washington and is currently touring the country relentlessly. I saw them when my friends band opened for these guys in June. They have softer melodies and some harder ones as well. The writing talent of their lead singer is far beyond his age. Listen, Listen, Listen!!!!
8- Lydia – Illuminate
This band started the year out on a small label but as since caught the ear of the major labels and within a few months following this release they have made the jump. Coming from Arizona this bands sound is best described as Jimmy Eat World (circa Clarity) meets Straylight Run.
9- Fleet Foxes – S/T
If this list was based on the best smelling band, I think this band would take the cake. This first full length ranks up there, #9 on this list because I still haven't given it the full listening chance it deserves however it is amazing. At points it reminds me of the world waking up in spring time right as the unthawing of the Earth happens. If you get a chance to see these guys live don't let it pass you by.
10- Okkervil River – Stand Ins
I love this band. Although I didn't discover them until this year, they have quickly taken up a large space in my all time favorites. This is the second part of last years Stage Names. Because I love Stage Names so much I haven't given this release as much of the focus it deserves. Give me a few months and I am sure this will rise on this list.
Honorable Mentions
11- Poetica - Liberation: The Catalyst
These guys were amazing. A local band here in the SLC these guys made something remarkable for a first release. They created a unique sound that goes along side Glassjaw, some Minus the Bear influence, and bad ass rock and roll. Catchy drum riffs, and amazingly layered guitars set this group far apart from others in the local scene. They remain close friends of mine, if you can find a copy of the EP make sure to buy it.
12- Northstar - Broken Parachutte
The reason this didn't make the top 10 is because its a EP. I love this release as it is the final chapter of unreleased songs, and demos to a very gifted band. Some of the classics have been redone by Nick Torres to sound less angst and more alt-country. I miss these guys so much, thank God we have Cassino.
Favorite Releases from 2007 that have been discovered this year
1- Manchester Orchestra - I'm Like A Virgin Losing A Child
These guys are my favorite new band for the past 11 months. I got this CD at the end of last year and didn't really give it a listen until the start of this year. The song structure and lyrics are so well written that it has become in my top five releases of all time. I cant get enough of what these guys make. Lead singer / songwriter Andy Hull's side project Right Away Great Captain sheds a softer side to the enigma known as Manchester Orchestra.
2- Four Year Strong - Rise Or Die Trying
This CD brings back what I thought was a dead genre. This four piece from Boston has brought back pop-punk with a twist. This CD reminds me of the feeling I got the first time I heard the Self Titled by New Found Glory, or Blue Skies Broken Hearts.... by the Ataris. Don't be surprise when you check out this release and you find yourself singing out loud to each and every song. These guys take that nostalgic feeling that fans of the punk movement from yester-year have while doing it faster, stronger, harder; and who couldn't love a wizard riding a squid through space while fighting off steel sharks with laser beam eyes as the artwork for the album? My thoughts exactly.
Man vs the Wisconsin Wilderness = Perfection. This CD was recorded by one man in a cabin in the Wisconsin wilderness and it doesn't have the best audio quality out there but the melodies and lyrics definitely make up for it. This guy is really talented, give it a few listens and you'll agree I knows it.
2- Vampire Weekend – S/T
This is the feel good hipster release of the year. Its structure is so simple that it makes little sense that they would be so popular to indie music fans. You cant help but sing to each song on this release. Simply put I heart this CD.
3- Pompeii- Nothing Happens For A Reason
I was turned onto these guys from my friend Bryce, this is the bands second release and picks up right where Assembly leaves off. Highly recommend for an easy listening period where time doesn't matter. They would fit in somewhere between the sound of The Album Leaf with the vocals of Ben Gibbard. The songs will get caught in your head where you will want to keep them for hours.
4- Sleepercar – West Texas
This is Jim Ward of Sparta's side project that is amazing. I listen to this a lot because its got that Alt-Country vibe but overall is just rockin'. I would say this is the Cassion Sounds of Salvation (my personal favorite of 2007 ) release for this year. I can't begin the CD without playing it all the way through. Also these guys are the opening act for Coldplay this winter.
5- Moving Mountains – Pneuma
"You don't make a CD like this and not expect to get noticed" is my favorite description of this CD. These guys have made something special that fits somewhere in between the vein of Appleseed Cast and Brand New. This post hardcore band from upstate New York is going to explode onto the scene.
6- Conor Oberst – S/T
As a Bright Eyes fan and pretty much anything Conor releases or has influence on I must say that I love this CD. That's right I said it and I will shout it from the roof tops if needs be. It picks up right where Cassadaga left off just without his fellow band mates.
7- Paper Mache – Easier To Lose
These guys are going to be huge. The band hails from Washington and is currently touring the country relentlessly. I saw them when my friends band opened for these guys in June. They have softer melodies and some harder ones as well. The writing talent of their lead singer is far beyond his age. Listen, Listen, Listen!!!!
8- Lydia – Illuminate
This band started the year out on a small label but as since caught the ear of the major labels and within a few months following this release they have made the jump. Coming from Arizona this bands sound is best described as Jimmy Eat World (circa Clarity) meets Straylight Run.
9- Fleet Foxes – S/T
If this list was based on the best smelling band, I think this band would take the cake. This first full length ranks up there, #9 on this list because I still haven't given it the full listening chance it deserves however it is amazing. At points it reminds me of the world waking up in spring time right as the unthawing of the Earth happens. If you get a chance to see these guys live don't let it pass you by.
10- Okkervil River – Stand Ins
I love this band. Although I didn't discover them until this year, they have quickly taken up a large space in my all time favorites. This is the second part of last years Stage Names. Because I love Stage Names so much I haven't given this release as much of the focus it deserves. Give me a few months and I am sure this will rise on this list.
Honorable Mentions
11- Poetica - Liberation: The Catalyst
These guys were amazing. A local band here in the SLC these guys made something remarkable for a first release. They created a unique sound that goes along side Glassjaw, some Minus the Bear influence, and bad ass rock and roll. Catchy drum riffs, and amazingly layered guitars set this group far apart from others in the local scene. They remain close friends of mine, if you can find a copy of the EP make sure to buy it.
12- Northstar - Broken Parachutte
The reason this didn't make the top 10 is because its a EP. I love this release as it is the final chapter of unreleased songs, and demos to a very gifted band. Some of the classics have been redone by Nick Torres to sound less angst and more alt-country. I miss these guys so much, thank God we have Cassino.
Favorite Releases from 2007 that have been discovered this year
1- Manchester Orchestra - I'm Like A Virgin Losing A Child
These guys are my favorite new band for the past 11 months. I got this CD at the end of last year and didn't really give it a listen until the start of this year. The song structure and lyrics are so well written that it has become in my top five releases of all time. I cant get enough of what these guys make. Lead singer / songwriter Andy Hull's side project Right Away Great Captain sheds a softer side to the enigma known as Manchester Orchestra.
2- Four Year Strong - Rise Or Die Trying
This CD brings back what I thought was a dead genre. This four piece from Boston has brought back pop-punk with a twist. This CD reminds me of the feeling I got the first time I heard the Self Titled by New Found Glory, or Blue Skies Broken Hearts.... by the Ataris. Don't be surprise when you check out this release and you find yourself singing out loud to each and every song. These guys take that nostalgic feeling that fans of the punk movement from yester-year have while doing it faster, stronger, harder; and who couldn't love a wizard riding a squid through space while fighting off steel sharks with laser beam eyes as the artwork for the album? My thoughts exactly.
comment #1
i posted on fellow classmate John Strenio blog in response to the skiing season starting up. the comment can be found here:
https://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=3586970143890960346&postID=7472453017105019872
https://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=3586970143890960346&postID=7472453017105019872
Monday, November 24, 2008
just as i thought
its time to comment on the in state holy war that took place this past weekend. the match up i am speaking of is of course byu vs utah. now i know that byu was suppose to really give the utes a run for their money and put up a good game, which they did, for a half. then about mid way through the 3rd quarter its as if the wheat was separated from the tares the cream of the crop in the mountain west began to separate from its competition . utah out played, out hustled byu and showed that they are indeed the better team and the best in the mountain west. its b.c.s. bound once again for the 12-0 team the second time in just four years. they deserve it and its a shame that the bigger universities and conferences have a complex that these smaller schools cant possibly compete for a national title. i personally think that
1- they are scared of the humiliation that it will be to loose to a lesser conference with the national title on the line.
and
2- they are the most greedy s.o.b.'s next to the ceo's of these car companies and banks that are looking for government bail out money.
seriously utah deserves a shot for the national title, the second time in 4 years they have gone undefeated. they killed the big east team pitt four years ago proving that they can compete with anyone and i feel they will compete this year. go utes!
1- they are scared of the humiliation that it will be to loose to a lesser conference with the national title on the line.
and
2- they are the most greedy s.o.b.'s next to the ceo's of these car companies and banks that are looking for government bail out money.
seriously utah deserves a shot for the national title, the second time in 4 years they have gone undefeated. they killed the big east team pitt four years ago proving that they can compete with anyone and i feel they will compete this year. go utes!
Thursday, November 20, 2008
project number #3
the narrative projected for my creative writing class is now up. let me know what you think!
Monday, November 17, 2008
2012?
the republican party is already looking adamantly towards 2012. this is the message sent from the republican party meeting that took place this past weekend. what happened to all that talk of unity that john mccain and sarah palin preached as they campaigned? nice strategy coming from the right wingers here i have to say. how do they think that this country is going to come together acting like this. it humors me to think that they could have in some alternate universe won this election and be the people coming into power. how much better off would we be? i think this proves that we as a people made the better choice of the two candidates. and to bank on 2012 already and just pretty much give up on the status of america at our present time i think says a lot about these people. look the republican party is in dire need of repair and a whole different vision then what it has had for the past eight years and the platform it preached in this presidential election. these people do not appeal to the average american. you can be childish and have a mean mentality all you want, that doesn't mean that people will choose to follow.
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