Top 5 Albums.
Here are my Top 5 Albums, along with a few runner ups. These are in no particular order.
1) Shpongle - Tales of the Inexpressible.
This album I would almost consider to be an absolute must to anyone in or outside EDM. From start to finish, this album is a trip and a half, and has enough style to murder something with an overabundance of style. Dorset Perception is latin spice in amazing form to kick off the album and dips into pure psychedelic bliss. My Head Feels Like a Frisbee kicks in some more spice and mixes it in well with some superb tempo changes and psychadelic flare. Overall, the album will have you either immersed in a trip, or wanting to get up and dance, and sometimes both (with Shpongleyes embodying this mix perfectly.). Kicking off the end is Around the World in a Tea Daze, which is what I would put as Shpongle’s most iconic and memorable song along with Dorset Perception. While is leaves the spicey groove some of the other songs have, Around the World in a Tea Daze is powerful in every sense of the word and progresses in what I would put as a psychadelic-trance version of an orchestral arrangement. Immersive and deep from the beginning, and ending in a powerful bang. Flute Fruit ends the entire album with Raja Ram’s incredibly powerful flute, as send off that fits their sound perfectly.
2) BT - These Hopeful Machines
As the album that really, truly set me to branch into music more seriously than a casual listener, I’d be silly not to name this. BT is one of the most (I’d sat the most, but I’m bias.) influential people in EDM. What he has done with sound is genious, and how he composes his music is simply on a whole other level. He takes EDM to a level that few can even touch. As for the album, I feel like I’ve ranted enough in the past that anyone who might be viewing this has heard me go on about it. This, as well, I consider essential to listen to. If anyone were to come up to me and try to refute EDM as a whole (you know, those people who tend to think the only music that is REAL music involves picking up a physical guitar.), I would shove this album in their face and tell them to eat their words.
In fact, I would challenge anyone to pick up this album and listen. REALLY listen to every sound, every glitch and tick, and the flow of every song, every vocal, and every melody, and walk away from it without a new or further appreciation for EDM.
I should note that Le Nocturne De Lumiere is my favorite song of all time (at least at the moment.). The depth and flow of that song is enough to absolutely floor me every time I listen to it.
3) Quantic - Apricot Morning
A band not everyone might know, Quantic is not everyone’s cup of tea. Trip-hoppy at times, Quantic is very downtempo, Jazz/Funk inspired groove music. If you’re even remotely into that, then Apricot Morning is an album you should DEFINITELY check out. Soul infused in every song, from beginning to end. Apricot Morning Starts off the album with a trip-hoppy, soothing groove. Transatlantic shifts the focus to a lot of jazzy groove, less synthesized and much more instrumental while bridging the gap almost seamlessly in it’s flow and impact on the listener. Alice Russell’s vocals in both Search the Heavens and Sweet Calling seamlessly add to the soulful impact of the music. Primate Boogaloo Is the kind of hip-hop I can get into. Downtempo groove.
4) Chicane - Behind the Sun
A friend of mine introduced me to this album in a moment that summed up to “Why the hell am I only hearing this now?!”. Behind the Sun embodies everything that first got me into EDM. Trance. Overture kicks off things in a dramatic, epic manor and Low Sun takes it off in what I can only describe as the absolute perfect beach tune, and probably a huge icon as to why the subgenre of ‘Ibiza Trance’ is such a thing. No Ordinary Morning If very sad, and reflective, but amazing song. Ackerman’s vocals add to it flawlessly, as I’ve always thought Chicane somehow brings vocals to a whole other level with EDM. As the beat of the song dies and the last few verses are left with only Ackerman’s vocals and a soothing background tune, it sends shivers down your spine. Of course I think if you havn’t heard of Saltwater, you might either be dead to the world of EDM, or under a rock, but jests aside, it’s popular for a reason.
Autumn Tactics is another example of Chicane’s amazing vocal choices and work. Whatever he does, be it taste or what, it is the strongest I’ve yet to hear in EDM as a whole. This song embodies the topic of the song so much that it makes me want to scream out “THIS IS WHAT TRANCE SHOULD DO.”. Each instrumental layer seems to clash and meld in a way that is truly something to pay attention to. sounds typically attributed to summery trance grooves meeting downtempo fall sounds in a way that makes you FEEL as though summer is ending, the leaves are falling, and the air cooler until you listen to the vocals and realize “Wait. That’s EXACTLY what this song is about.”
5) Daft Punk - Alive 2007
Alive 2007 is Live Album.It won a grammy. I don’t even know what all to say about this other than it’s a mashup set of their works, and it is amazing in how it molds and rebirths their songs in such a strong, badass way. If you like House. Hell, if you hate house, check this out. If theres a reason Daft Punk is one of the biggest EDM artists ever, this is it.
2010 in music
(Note that this is based on what I’ve listened to, and my opinion, which is no doubt bias. Don’t take this seriously ;D )
Top 5 Albums
1)
BT - These Hopeful Machines
Fucking duh! How could I NOT put this in the top 5? This was THE electronic album of the year, and BT totally deserves it and not just because I am a huge fan. An album with absolutely no weak spots, this album is full and rich with style, emotion, and the sounds that have shaped and made BT who he is over the years. It combines the dance grooves of his earlier work with the serious technical depth of This Binary Universe and comes out way on top. This album is grammy nominated, and for good reason. I’ve listened to this album WAY too many times already and it still has not gotten old in the least.
-The Emergency (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpXcuAwoMOs). Oh man, what can I say about this track, avoiding the word ‘amazing’… BT actually strikes me as the opposite of one of my other favorite artists “Porcupine Tree”. Where as their lyrics are almost consistently depressing, BT’s Is the opposite. This song simply speaks for itself.
-The Rose of Jericho (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sLRMAkc2aM) was the first single released, so maybe it’s effect has died down over time, but it does stand out in the album’s flow. For one, it’s one of the two songs on the two CD album that doesn’t have lyrics, but unlike the other, this is a dance track. It has depth, no doubt, but honestly it’s straight up dancey… And consequently the only single worth watching the official video (sorry, BT, but your music videos suck.)
-Forget Me (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNUCsvwhYsQ) Was the first standout track I listened to. I remember the first time I listened to the album I told myself I would listened to it all the way through, repeating no tracks. I failed in that, because this song just made me HAVE to take a break (and not just because Kaia singing at the end made me totally bawl). The song is amazing in itself, but the lyrics? It spoke to me, no lie. With everything I’ve gone through, I heard the beginning of the chorus and just chuckled. It was me. Hopeful but Jaded…. but the main part of the chorus kicked in and I was speechless. “But just remember, Life is a beautiful mistake.”. I can honestly say proudly that this song still makes me tear up. Touche, Brian.
-Le Nocturne De Lumiere (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Y-dcy4CeTM). I have the entire music video for this lined up in my head. No really, I do, and it’s amazing. Furfaggy and amazing. And when the video for this is made, I’m going to be pissed, which is why I’m not watching the official video. This song is deep. VERY deep. Every glitch and stutter and note of every layer speaks out in a way nothing I’ve ever heard before does. If there is such things as a perfect song to me, this is it. The first five minutes of the song is groovy, but after that it just starts becoming this truly amazing piece that nothing else can begin to touch. After the first five minutes or so, I can’t help but to turn it up, let the music course through every fiber of my being, and I always remember why music will always be such a spiritual experience for me. That’s what this song is to me: Spiritual. It didn’t take long for me to realize that this is my favorite song of all time, and picking favorites with music is something that’s pretty hard for me to do.
2)
Mux Mool - Skulltaste
Damn right. This is a pick that shouldn’t be a surprise for those familiar with him, but Mux Mool is an artist not many people generally know. I’m pretty sure this is his debut album, and it kicks major ass. Unique is one word for it. The album spans across many different electronic genre and shatters a few on it’s way, between songs like:
-Get Better John (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IExfiDYHuQ4) Which makes me highly regret giving away my NES/SNES,
-Death 9000 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NALoXmPL7kU), which is one of those songs that just make you feel badass listening to
-Enceladus (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeTfvkanyIU), which honestly sounds like something I want playing in the background while chilling with my friends with some booze and hookah.
While it may not be everyone’s cup of tea, I almost GUARENTEE you will be hearing more of this artist’s name in the future. Mux Mool is not a name to pass up, and has proved he has got something original to put on the table.
3)
Netsky (Self Titled Album)
Looking at the Label, It’s no surprise Netsky’s self-titled album is up here. I discovered Liquid Funk only somewhat recently considering, but the genre has since managed to kick my ass, make me emotional as hell, kick my creativity and imagination into overdrive, and made me recognize that I not only wanted, but needed to do something with music in my life. But this isn’t about Liquid Funk, this is about Netsky. Of all the people who have kicked utter ASS in the past year, Netsky is at the top. The kid behind the music is somewhere around the age of 20 and has done more in the past year than some can do in most of their career. Not only that, but he does it WELL. He brings out what makes Liquid DnB different from drum and bass; Soul, Funk, and Spirit. Aside from the kickass Album, his remixes over the years have been something else. Just going on Youtube and searching “Netsky Remix” Nets you so many results of songs just from this year.
-Escape (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=raY0FX06ctQ), the song the album opens you up to know exactly what you’re in for. Hell it even says so in the song itself. “Follow me to a place where we’ve never been before”, “You have never ever had a time like this before”, ect. Well technically if you’re familiar with Liquid Funk you probably HAVE, but nevertheless.
-Iron Heart (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4rt6Nxdm4Y) Is kick ass. That’s just the only word for it. The music Video (link) is something I highly recommend watching, as it’s something like out of the Twilight Zone or something.
-Storm Clouds (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxQZ3hOkmQo) Is the song that originally got me. Just listen and you’ll see :)
4)
Gorillaz - Plastic Beach
This was actually a heard one to choose, only because I wanted so badly to include the honorable mentions. No doubt though that the Gorillaz deserve to be up there. A lot of people didn’t like this album, I did. The band has some major, undeniable style that I don’t even need to delve into. Nevertheless, Gorillaz are back, and kicking ass. I don’t think I need to get into the tracks, though, since this is an album everyone who has wanted to has listened to by now :P
5)
Underworld - Barking
I confess, I changed this choice last minute. I used to have Chemical Brothers - Further on there, but I honestly say I enjoyed this album a lot more. I’ll get into why in a bit.
Barking, though, definitely marks Underworld’s return to the scene of things, and at least they won’t just be “that one band that songs that lager song.”. Barking is interesting. It also spans a number of genre, but it does have a few lacking songs. Ok, Maybe it’s only Hamburg Hotel. I don’t get that song. It was the lineup of collaborators in this album that really turned me onto it. Dubfire, High Contrast, Mark Knight… Damn!
-Bird 1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RR98qq9iHmw). This song has the lyrical feel that Underworld is known for. Honestly, trying to find meaning in a song like this is like arguing a McDonald’s Cashier to serve you breakfast at 1PM. It’s just not going to happen. Ironically I didn’t like this song when I first listened to the album, but the more I listened, the more I loved it. The lyrics are a nonsensical addiction, especially the line “…And a moped started up, sounding like a chainsaw of tiny firecrackers, and he smelled the thyme again.”. Be careful where you sing this out loud, or people might think you’re insane. But that’s Underworld for ya.
-Scribble (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHs8LxPepKU). Liquid Funk with Underworld and High Contrast is about as win as it gets in my book. It’s hard not to feel happy listening to this song. His voice ringing out among the amazing instrument layers: “It’s ok, you give me everything I need…”. Honestly, It’s just happy. Joyous. And that is amazing.
-Diamond Jigsaw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUhLWbcTf9Y). Underworld and Mark Knight? Hell yes. Like Scribble, It is hard not to listen to this song and not feel happy. “Does it help that you finally found yourself?” Why yes. Yes it does. Thank you :)
Honorable Mentions:
1)
Utah Jazz - Vintage
It was hard NOT putting this on the list, because this definitely was one of my favorites. Actually my friend Draconum sent me this, I believe.Some High points of the album:
-Avoiding Puddles (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bx9UQUn7AhE)
-Comfort Zone (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dNKGPrMcHs)
-Existence (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxT8qpZjnsg)
More later, I think. :)
smh. This makes me smile.freaknik:theartofdying-:willowing:
When Girls Don’t Put Out
This was written by a guy, it’s pretty damn smart.
Girls, allow yourself to have a sense of humor.
I never quite figured out why the sexual urge of men and women differ so much. And I never have figured out the whole Venus and Mars thing. I have never figured out why men think with their head and women with their heart.
For example:
One evening last week, my girlfriend and I were getting into bed. Well, the passion starts to heat up, and she eventually says, “I don’t feel like it, I just want you to hold me.”
I said, “What? What was that?”
So she says the words that every boyfriend on the planet dreads to hear.
“You’re just not in touch with my emotional needs as a woman enough for me to satisfty your physical needs as a man.”
She responded to my puzzled look by saying, “Can’t you just love me for who I am and not what I do for you in the bedroom?”
Realizing that nothing was going to happen that night, I went to sleep.
The very next day I opted to take the day off of work to spend time with her. We went out to a nice lunch and then went shopping at a big unnamed department store. I walked around with her while she tried on several different very expensive outfits. She couldn’t decide which one to take, so I told her we’d just buy them all. She wanted new shoes to compliment her new clothes, so I said, “Let’s get a pair for each outfit.”
We went on to the jewelry department where she picked out a pair of diamond earrings. Let me tell you, she was so excited. She must have thought I was one wave short of a shipwreck. I started to think she was testing me because she asked for a tennis bracelet when she doesn’t even know how to play tennis.
I think I threw her for a loop when I said, “That’s fine, honey.” She was almost nearing sexual satisfaction from all of the excitement. Smiling with excited anticipation, she finally said, “I think this is all, dear, let’s go to the cashier.”
I could hardly contain myself when I blurted out, “No honey, I don’t feel like it.”
Her face just went completely blank as her jaw dropped with a baffled, “What?”
I then said, “Honey, I just want you to hold this stuff for a while. You’re just not in touch with my financial needs as a man enough for me to satisfy your shopping needs as a woman.”
And just when she has this look like she was going to kill me, I added, “Why can’t you just love me for who I am and not for the things I buy you?”
Apparently I’m not having sex tonight either but at least that bitch knows I’m smarter than her.
had to reblog.
i thought this was gonna end on some pussy ass nigga shit….
lets buy this guy a beer.
Bravo. Encore, encore.
FUCKING INSTANT
AMAZING
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leaving this here because Facebook cannot appreciate this nearly as much as you guys can.
always relevant
We are the music makers,
And we are the dreamer of dreams,
Wandering by lone sea-breakers,
And sitting by desolate streams;
World-losers and world-forsakers,
On whom the pale moon gleams:
Yet we are the movers and shakers
Of the world for ever, it seems.
With wonderful deathless ditties,
We build up the world’s great cities,
And out of a fabulous story
We fashion an empire’s glory:
One man with a dream, at pleasure,
Shall go forth and conquer a crown;
And three with a new song’s measure
Can trample an empire down.
We, in the ages lying
In the buried past of earth,
Built Nineveh with our sighing,
And Babel itself with our mirth;
And o’erthrew them with prophesying
To the old of the new world’s worth;
For each age is a dream that is dying,
Or one that is coming to birth.
A breath of our inspiration,
Is the life of each generation.
A wondrous thing of our dreaming,
Unearthly, impossible seeming-
The soldier, the king, and the peasant
Are working together in one,
Till our dream shall become their present,
And their work in the world be done.
They had no vision amazing
Of the goodly house they are raising.
They had no divine foreshowing
Of the land to which they are going:
But on one man’s soul it hath broke,
A light that doth not depart
And his look, or a word he hath spoken,
Wrought flame in another man’s heart.
And therefore today is thrilling,
With a past day’s late fulfilling.
And the multitudes are enlisted
In the faith that their fathers resisted,
And, scorning the dream of tomorrow,
Are bringing to pass, as they may,
In the world, for it’s joy or it’s sorrow,
The dream that was scorned yesterday.
But we, with our dreaming and singing,
Ceaseless and sorrowless we!
The glory about us clinging
Of the glorious futures we see,
Our souls with high music ringing;
O men! It must ever be
That we dwell, in our dreaming and singing,
A little apart from ye.
For we are afar with the dawning
And the suns that are not yet high,
And out of the infinite morning
Intrepid you hear us cry-
How, spite of your human scorning,
Once more God’s future draws nigh,
And already goes forth the warning
That ye of the past must die.
Great hail! we cry to the corners
From the dazzling unknown shore;
Bring us hither your sun and your summers,
And renew our world as of yore;
You shall teach us your song’s new numbers,
And things that we dreamt not before;
Yea, in spite of a dreamer who slumbers,
And a singer who sings no more.
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Horse cocks?
I got hit by one once. A dildo. Thor, more specifically. Decked right in the head. Ouch.
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Your in charge of making a TV show, what will it involve?
Huh.. umm… Underrated music, for sure.
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Who’s the hottest male fur you know?
I don’t really look at people like that.. buut if I had to go stereotypical and right off the top of my head I’d have to say Media is pretty gorgeous.
Of course, and again, looks mean very little to me. The only people who get me goin’ physically are chubby and up ^^’
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