Entry 224-- "Kerosene"

Song: "Kerosene"
Artist: Miranda Lambert

http://youtu.be/rB7ONnfIjaI
Comments: Hey all! It's Miriah.  I originally told myself that my next post was going to be foreign because I've gone back to listening to some old (and great) Spanish artists.  However, I have discovered that Miranda Lambert here is going on tour and as a result I have gone through and listened to a lot of her stuff both new and old.  This is a song has been stuck in my head many times, and for those Lambert fans this song is probably familiar.  Back when it was released it reached #61 on the US Billboard Top 100 and #15 on the country billboard. If you haven't heard it now is the time to hear a song about revenge on a cheater boyfriend. Though, I don't recommend setting the town on fire as she does in the video.  Anyhow, enjoy!

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Entry 223-- "Hotel California"

Song: "Hotel California"
Artist: The Eagles

http://youtu.be/NUbTW928sMU
Comments: I ended up quoting this song in conversation this evening (I've started writing these blogs the night before), and it's stuck in my head. So, good morning folks, here's a great classic rock song for you. The Eagles are a classic group, and this is one of their classic hits. I feel fairly confident that most of you have probably heard this song, but for those of you that haven't, enjoy the experience! If you've heard it before, enjoy this sweet little reminder of why classic rock is "classic."
This is fondly dedicated to my dad, a long-time Eagles fan.

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Entry 222-- "We Own The Night"

Song: "We Own The Night"
Artist: Tiesto and Wolfgang Gartner feat. Luciana

http://youtu.be/0LFlw_VX6o4
Comments: Tiesto is moving towards House music, but as long as he sounds like this, I don't mind. This song is pure magic. I admit, I don't have much experience with Wolfgang Gartner-- I've heard this song, and he collaborated with Deadmau5 on the track "Animal Rights," but beyond that, I don't know much of him. After this, I'll have to look him up. I heard this song once on top 40 radio, and haven't heard it since. I'm crossing my fingers that it comes back again. Radio has been getting steadily more dance and electronica friendly, and I'm hoping the trend continues. Enjoy the song!

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Entry 221--"Fear of a Blanket Planet"

Song: "Fear of a Blanket Planet"
Artist: Porcupine Tree
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2IsoHNdFUTk

Comments: Amanda here! Today's song comes from the English progressive metal/rock band Porcupine Tree.They formed in the late 80's and have since put out countless albums and EP's.This song is off their ninth record of the same name. It has this dark, kind of melancholy feel that borders on creepy but is also really cool. I discovered Porcupine Tree while listening to  Pandora a while back but failed to follow up on them until now. Their sound is unique and this song is pure awesome. Enjoy!

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Entry 220-- "Never Close Our Eyes"

Song: "Never Close Our Eyes"
Artist: Adam Lambert

http://youtu.be/u3dkVk3F57c
Comments: Hey all it's Miriah  again with some pop music for today.  I was listening to Adam here a couple of days ago when I noticed that he has released a new video as of a week ago.  I did some research and this is the second single from his new album "Trespassing".  I just have to say that I think the song is excellent and so is the video.  Unfortunately, it has not had it's own radio play yet; mainly because the other single Better Than I Know Myself is currently out.  Which is also a great song and both of the new videos are good, but I enjoyed today's song a little bit more because of the dancing.  Final note, if you like these songs I recommend listening to the album. Thanks to Youtube I had the opportunity to listen to it and I am going to invest in it.  Sorry for the long post.  Enjoy!

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Entry 219-- "Dark Side"

Song: "Dark Side"
Artist: Kelly Clarkson

http://youtu.be/H5ArpRWcGe0
Comments: After hearing the trite "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" way too many times, seeing something new out of Kelly Clarkson is a refreshing relief. To my pleasant surprise, I actually enjoyed this song. I say pleasant surprise not because Kelly Clarskon is a bad artist (though I disagree with her on the current state of pop music), but because she and I don't usually see eye to eye on what constitutes a 'good song.' In this instance, I'm quite happy to announce that we both seem to think "Dark Side" is worth a listen. Check it out!
(For what it's worth, I categorized this song as 'pop' only because I don't know what else to call it. Someone suggest a genre?)

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Entry 218-- "Live My Life (Party Rock Remix)"

Song: "Live My Life (Party Rock Remix)"

Artist: Far East Movement  feat. Justin Beiber and Redfoo

http://youtu.be/dnH977xKcz8 (Party Rock Remix)
http://youtu.be/Avx35Mjkkhw (Original Song)
Comments: This song is from the people who brought you the 'classic' "Like A G6," and this song is hot. I'm calling it as top 40 bound. Just because half of LMFAO was involved in the Party Rock Remix, I'm guessing it will get to top 40 before the original, but I could be wrong. Remix or no, this song is excellent, and keeps getting stuck in my head. Make of it what you will, but after listening several times, I can't hear Justin Beiber in it. You should definitely take a listen. Enjoy!

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Entry 217-- "Drunk On You"

Song: "Drunk On You"
Artist: Luke Bryan

http://youtu.be/XAQn3AAfOjk

Comments: Hey everyone, sorry for the late post.  It's Miriah with some country for today.  This is more recent release that has been stuck in my head more than a couple of times.  Unfortunately, there is not an official video, but I'm thinking that there will be one coming.  Enjoy!

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Entry 216-- "Wide Awake"

Song: "Wide Awake"
Artist: Katy Perry

http://youtu.be/-3D5FwwtNVM
Comments: Sorry for the lateness of the post, folks! I first heard this song last week, and then heard it on the radio today. It's a pretty good song, I think. In it, Katy Perry manages to deal with her break-up without sounding sappy or trite, something I respect. It's a new angle on the event, and feels fresh and new. It's a mellow song that'll be stuck in my head all day. Enjoy!

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Entry 215-- Tour Of Techno Week, Part 5: "No Memory From Yesterday" and Update!

Tour of Techno Week, Part 5

Song: "No Memory From Yesterday"

Artist: Tiesto

http://youtu.be/RB2gCAjDBFA

Comments: Ladies and gentlemen, I give you Trance. Trance is a subgenre of techno, "...characterized by a tempo of between 125 and 150 beats per minute, repeating melodic phrases, and a musical form that builds up and down throughout a track..." according to Wikipedia, and it is one of my two pet genres, the other being symphonic metal. Tiesto has long been one of the leading trance producers, and has won the DJ Mag top 100 several times, and is generally amazing. Despite his recent trend towards electro and house, Tiesto's trance tracks are still exceptional pieces of music. The first song ever featured on this blog was a trance remix by Tiesto, in fact. Check this song out, and if you like it, please, go looking for more. Hopefully you enjoyed this week, and with a little luck, you found some new music. Keep an open mind, enjoy the song, and enjoy the weekend!

Update: The update is two-fold. First, I finally caught the fact that only registered users of blogger could comment on this blog. That has now been rectified-- anyone with internet can leave a comment. Secondly, the song featured in Entry 184 ("Burn it Down" by Linkin Park) has gotten an official music video released, seen here: http://youtu.be/dxytyRy-O1k

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