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LATEST ARTICLES ( 239 )

• I’ll Wait For You by ‘Til Tuesday.

  It’s a real shame that ‘Til Tuesday is no longer together. They had such a distinct sound that I haven’t heard another band come close to. Read more

  Posted on 03 August 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Will You Love Me Tomorrow by The Shirelles.

  Today’s song deals with insecurity about a relationship. Maybe you can’t believe you found love, that it’s too good to be true. Maybe you’re someone who finds... Read more

  Posted on 29 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues by Elton John.

  I’m not really a fan of Elton John’s music but I was reading lyrics about long distance relationships and this one came up. The guy in my life is a little more... Read more

  Posted on 28 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• So Far Away by Dire Straits.

  How do you deal with being far away from someone you love? How do you handle a long distance relationship? Over 3,000 miles away, in a different country,... Read more

  Posted on 26 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Holding Back the Years by Simply Red.

  I was a little surprised when I saw this music video. The singer didn’t look like what I expected at all! I don’t know what I really expected…shorter hair and... Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Remembering Dan Peek, One Year Later.

  

  Today’s date marks one year since we lost Dan Peek, a former member of the band America. I can still remember it like it was yesterday. Read more

  Posted on 24 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Firework Special by Velveteen.

  Velveteen, a band hailing from Germany, became popular in the US after a misleading album leak of Death Cab for Cutie’s Narrow Stairs. Read more

  Posted on 23 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Save Me by Remy Zero.

  Does this song make you think of Smallville? The chorus was the theme song during the show’s ten year run. My friend got me watching it in high school but I los... Read more

  Posted on 20 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• You Learn by Alanis Morissette.

  This wasn’t one of my favorite songs by Alanis but I remember hearing it on the radio a lot growing up. Listening to it now, I have a completely new connection... Read more

  Posted on 17 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Mad World by Tears for Fears.

  Man, I really love Tears for Fears lately. And goodness, Curt Smith (seen first) is so cute! I’ve never heard them live but I’ve watched a few videos with... Read more

  Posted on 16 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Undercover by Pete Yorn.

  I’ve liked this song since day 1. My mom once knew a guy that worked at a record company and he gave her CD’s for me to listen to. One of them was a... Read more

  Posted on 14 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Spirits in the Material World by The Police.

  I chose today’s song because it mentions “spirits.” I always believe that spirits visit the earthly plane on days like Friday the 13th (today) and Halloween.... Read more

  Posted on 13 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Almost With You by The Church.

  I discovered today’s band on the radio about six years ago, they played a song called “Reptile” which I liked instantly. See my previous entry about that song... Read more

  Posted on 10 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Shock the Monkey by Peter Gabriel.

  Peter Gabriel returns to his creepy face painting ways in today’s song. He is definitely one of the most mysterious singers/songwriters I’ve ever seen. The... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Got a Hold on Me by Christine McVie.

  I think I hear this song at least once a week on Sirius. I never paid attention to the solo work of Fleetwood Mac members, aside from Stevie, so I had no idea... Read more

  Posted on 07 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• I Drove All Night by Cyndi Lauper.

  I heard this song yesterday in an 80′s video montage on VH1 Classic. Is it just me or does her voice sound different from song to song? She hits notes tha... Read more

  Posted on 06 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Because the Night by 10,000 Maniacs.

  I absolutely love the piano in this song, I need to take some time to learn it. I always thought it was an original 10,000 Maniacs song but I learned today it... Read more

  Posted on 05 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• This Isn’t Everything You Are by Snow Patrol.

  I remember when I first heard this song, I couldn’t relate to the lyrics so there wasn’t any attachment. I listened to it again today and the first set of verse... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Walk on the Ocean by Toad the Wet Sprocket.

  One of the great things about this band is the lead singer’s voice. It’s so distinct, so beautiful. He definitely makes the list of my favorite male vocalists.... Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• No One by Cold.

  I listened to this song a lot in 8th grade. I’m reminded of two people: my first boyfriend and my best friend (who I’ve since lost touch with) who moved away... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC