Today's song is...
May Day
Cheesy song to introduce some VERY cheesy jokes. I really miss the Puppet Johns and the Friday Night Podcasts in general. They were adorable and funny and one of the first parts of fandom I got to experience in real time.
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Song of the Day - Day 569
Today's song is...
Experimental Film
I have two things to say about this song. The first is that I really enjoy it. I am truly entertained by the concept of the character who is sure he is going to make a film so awesome it will make your face implode, even though he doesn't appear to have a concept for his film. It's that blind optimism of youth, when you have absolute faith in your own talents and are sure the ideas will eventually materialize to support them. And in this case, set to a catchy pop beat. I particularly like the opening chords. And the repeated "yeah"s make it a fun sing along. I remember standing outside the theater in Tarrytown, NY a few years ago with some teenagers who were engaging in a group sing along on this song. The poor kids were a bit heartbroken the band didn't play it at the show I'm afraid.
The other thing is this. I love this song. I firmly believe it should not have been the first track on The Spine. That album should have opened with Spine playing into Memo to Human Resources. Experimental Film could have been the third track to boost up the energy or put somewhere in the middle as a good halfway point. But it sounds disjointed at the beginning as if you were listening to a single and then starting an album. This is of course, just my personal opinion but I stand behind it whole heartedly. And I still love the song.
Experimental Film
I have two things to say about this song. The first is that I really enjoy it. I am truly entertained by the concept of the character who is sure he is going to make a film so awesome it will make your face implode, even though he doesn't appear to have a concept for his film. It's that blind optimism of youth, when you have absolute faith in your own talents and are sure the ideas will eventually materialize to support them. And in this case, set to a catchy pop beat. I particularly like the opening chords. And the repeated "yeah"s make it a fun sing along. I remember standing outside the theater in Tarrytown, NY a few years ago with some teenagers who were engaging in a group sing along on this song. The poor kids were a bit heartbroken the band didn't play it at the show I'm afraid.
The other thing is this. I love this song. I firmly believe it should not have been the first track on The Spine. That album should have opened with Spine playing into Memo to Human Resources. Experimental Film could have been the third track to boost up the energy or put somewhere in the middle as a good halfway point. But it sounds disjointed at the beginning as if you were listening to a single and then starting an album. This is of course, just my personal opinion but I stand behind it whole heartedly. And I still love the song.
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Song of the Day - Day 568
Today's song is...
Be Patient
This is a little creepy. I found when looking at this title that I couldn't exactly place the track or where it came from and yet, the melody and the voice chanting "be patient, be patient" was already echoing in my head. It is a haunting vocal effect in a creepy little song.
Be Patient
This is a little creepy. I found when looking at this title that I couldn't exactly place the track or where it came from and yet, the melody and the voice chanting "be patient, be patient" was already echoing in my head. It is a haunting vocal effect in a creepy little song.
Monday, June 4, 2012
Song of the Day - Day 567
Today's song is...
Dial-A-Song Is Coming To Take You Along
Haven't heard this one. Seems to be very short.
Dial-A-Song Is Coming To Take You Along
Haven't heard this one. Seems to be very short.
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Song of the Day - Day 566
Today's song is...
D Is For Drums
Oh, MAN, I love this song. There is not a single line of the exchange between the Puppet Johns that I do not adore. I am especially fond of the way Linnell goes "Weeeeeelllllll, I'm glad we got that straight" and Flans asking for juice. But my very favorite part is the one that doesn't even translate into the audio only version. It's that moment when Flans complains that there is too much noise, and instead of making noise, Marty stops playing and twirls his drum stick. LOVE THAT! I am so glad that 566 song into this project I can still find a song I love this much that I haven't used yet. :-)
D Is For Drums
Oh, MAN, I love this song. There is not a single line of the exchange between the Puppet Johns that I do not adore. I am especially fond of the way Linnell goes "Weeeeeelllllll, I'm glad we got that straight" and Flans asking for juice. But my very favorite part is the one that doesn't even translate into the audio only version. It's that moment when Flans complains that there is too much noise, and instead of making noise, Marty stops playing and twirls his drum stick. LOVE THAT! I am so glad that 566 song into this project I can still find a song I love this much that I haven't used yet. :-)
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Song of the Day - Day 565
Today's song is...
Welcome to the Jungle
Am I the only one who doesn't know who the names are being referred to in this song? Is it an unknown thing or am I just missing the boat? I really like a lot of instrumental sounds of this song and how they blend together. And I am actually even fond of the skipping effect, particularly what it does to the bass sound. Just a cool track.
Welcome to the Jungle
Am I the only one who doesn't know who the names are being referred to in this song? Is it an unknown thing or am I just missing the boat? I really like a lot of instrumental sounds of this song and how they blend together. And I am actually even fond of the skipping effect, particularly what it does to the bass sound. Just a cool track.
Friday, June 1, 2012
Song of the Day - Day 564
Today's song is...
I'm In A Rut
John Linnell channels a lounge singer with nearly disturbing accuracy. I love how well most of the Dunkin Donuts tracks play outside of their commercial. I have no idea what was going on it this ad, though I am pretty sure I once saw it, and yet it's still and enjoyable song. Even if it gives me the mental image of Linnell playing Vegas in a sequined leisure suit.
I'm In A Rut
John Linnell channels a lounge singer with nearly disturbing accuracy. I love how well most of the Dunkin Donuts tracks play outside of their commercial. I have no idea what was going on it this ad, though I am pretty sure I once saw it, and yet it's still and enjoyable song. Even if it gives me the mental image of Linnell playing Vegas in a sequined leisure suit.
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