The Cave

Song of the Day: "The Cave" by Mumford and Sons

I missed these guys when they came through at the end of October to Denver, but I surely won't next time. One of my favorite bands this fall (because that's when I first started listening). It's a great song, and the video will make you want to rent a scoot and drive along the beach!

But I will hold on hope
And I won't let you choke
On the noose around your neck

And I'll find strength in pain
And I will change my ways
I'll know my name as it's called again

Cause I have other things to fill my time
You take what is yours and I'll take mine
Now let me at the truth
Which will refresh my broken mind

Long Walk to Never

Song of the Day for Monday, November 8th, 2010: "Long Walk to Never" by Jaymay

Take a listen here.

Tonight I went to the screening of "happythankyoumoreplease" at the Denver Film Fest. I'd been looking forward to seeing this film ever since I discovered Jaymay did most of the soundtrack a month or so ago.

The music and the film did not disappoint. Set in New York, it follows three couples in their mid to late 20s/early 30s who are trying to figure things out with love and their relationships--though that may never be fully realized. After all, optimism is so fucking tiring (sorry, Don't Swear).

It hits on the fact that so many of us, no matter where we are at in life, don't feel ourselves worthy to be loved. This film, however, gives us that permission (and it also won the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Fest--we'll see how it fares here, but I wouldn't be surprised if it garners the same honor).

you say you want me but you never came to get me

you never got me, and I hope you don't haunt me

these dreams ever again

Persian Den of Sin

Song of the Day: "Persian Den of Sin" by Chris Sand AKA The Rappin' Cowboy

On Sunday I went to see the documentary "Roll Out Cowboy" about a rappin' cowboy from western North Dakota. The film was excellent, and not to mention The Sandman Rappin' Cowboy himself made an appearance and performed "Persian Den of Sin." I couldn't find that one online, but the trailer for the film is below. Totally and completely worth going to see if you are fortunate enough to have the chance!

What a Day

Song of the Day for Saturday, November 6: "What a Day" by Greg Laswell

Go ahead, give it a spin:

I've seen Greg Laswell perform twice this year, once in April at the Walnut Room in Denver with my friend Bridget, and then in Des Moines at the Mews on August 1st with my friend Tiff. Both of them trusted me enough to go to the show with me, and they both enjoyed it (though, they are probably not super fans like me).

Saturday he was playing at the venue near my house, The Bluebird, and I was on the list with a plus one. But I wasn't sure if I could make it, and ended up not, strangely enough, when he was literally in my backyard.

I also saw him--twice Saturday evening--once in my alley at around 5 p.m., and then again an hour later. For some reason, I didn't approach him and talk to him. Perhaps I am not the Super Fan I claim to be, but I didn't do it. And my friends are not sure why, and neither am I.

Maybe it's the fedora, maybe it's his beard, maybe it's that he incorporates Jim Beam in his lyrics, but I totally dig this dude's music, especially this song.

What a day to visit Seattle
What a day for San Francisco
What a day, holy Toledo
What a day to get in the air and go
What a day to give up smoking
What a day to have some Jim Beam
And what day to welcome a baby
to begin breathing

Dog Days Are Over

Song of the Day for Friday, November 5: "Dog Days Are Over" by Florence and the Machine

Take a listen:

Friday was a great day. This song is from one of my favorite bands I came across in 2010, Florence and the Machine. Seems like quite the match.

Happiness hit her like a bullet in the head

Struck from a great height by someone who should know better than that

The dog days are over

The dog days are done

Can you hear the horses?

Because here they come

Run fast for your mother, run fast for your father

Run for your children, for your sisters and brothers

Leave all your loving, your loving behind

You cant carry it with you if you want to survive

I'm So Paid

Song of the Day: "I'm So Paid" by Lil Wayne and Akon

Check it here.

Lil Wayne got out of jail today! This is for him, and because this song used to be my ring tone (naturally, because he and Akon sing it together). After all, even President Clinton wished Lil Weezy well.

Crazy Love

Song of the Day for Wednesday, November 3rd: "Crazy Love" by Van Morrison

Wednesday night the D-Town winos and I had a baby shower via Skype for our fellow Wino, Stacy, who now lives in Boston. Of all the new babies that have arrived this year, her baby is one of the few boys. I wasn't sure what Song of the Day would be best, so I Googled "songs about having a baby" and good 'ol Google generated a result for the 1988 movie "She's Having a Baby". One click to IMDB later, and wallah! This song was on the soundtrack. Seemed all too perfect, as that's just the love you need to bring a child into this crazy world.

I Will Follow You Into The Dark

Song of the Day: "I Will Follow You Into The Dark" by Death Cab for Cutie

My Arabic tutor's mom passed away yesterday after over a year battle with cancer, and a long-time close friend of my parents' passed away today after fighting ALS (Lou Gehrig's) Disease for four years.

Death Cab for Cutie isn't a favorite band of mine, but this song is beautiful.

Love of mine
Some day you will die
But I'll be close behind
I'll follow you into the dark

No blinding light
Or tunnels to gates of white
Just our hands clasped so tight
Waiting for the hint of a spark

If heaven and hell decide
That they both are satisfied
Illuminate the no's on their vacancy signs
If there's no one beside you
When your soul embarks
Then I'll follow you into the dark

The Gambler

Song of the Day: "The Gambler" by fun.

Check it here. It's Number 9.

Yesterday I got some fantastic news from my dear friend Libby: her and her boyfriend Tom got engaged! As in, to be married! I'm ecstatic for them. Sometimes it amazes me, in this world, that two people can find each other who are a perfect fit. But they've done it, and it's awesome (and inspiring for those of us navigating the dating waters!)

I noticed today that Tom posted a link to this song on Lib's facebook (oh, technology age, I adore you). I haven't seen fun in person (yet) but I have heard that they are, well, fun! And this song is super sweet. If you dare, take a listen.

I swear when I grow up, I won't just buy you a rose.
I will buy the flower shop, and you will never be lonely.
Even if the sun stops waking up over the fields
I will not leave, I will not leave 'till it's our time.
So just take my hand, you know that I will never leave your side.

God's Gonna Cut You Down

Song of the day for Sunday, October 31st: "God's Gonna Cut You Down" by Johnny Cash

Check it here.

Yesterday, after a bit too much party on Halloween Eve, I went to the movies to see "Social Network" and "The Hereafter". Prior to the screening of "Social Network," the preview for "True Grit" aired, which is the latest effort from the Coen Brothers, and will star Jeff Bridges, Josh Brolin, and Matt Damon. During the preview, they played the Johnny Cash version of "God's Gonna Cut You Down" (and my fave version of the tune). It's also the song my favorite Rockies pitcher, Joe Beimel, walks out to before he takes the mound. Here's a photo of me meeting him on August 28th. Joe may have never called me after I gave him my business card, but it's still a great song.