I haven’t written in almost two months, so I’ve decided to make this my best post ever. No big deal or anything, but below I’ve given you songs from the best unknown rap group, a great Gorillaz mashup, an addictive indie tune, a killer Britney Spears remix, and the best trance song I HAVE EVER HEARD.
So buckle up for some new songs and be sure to give all of them a chance. You won’t be disappointed.
You know how you hear people say “I heard about them before anyone else”? Well now is your chance. Ladies and gents, I present to you the rap group Kinetics & One Love. Although their name might need some work, their music definitely does not. And did I mention that they’re both Ivy League students? (Cornell, more specifically). This unsigned duo released Fading Back to Normal in 2009, an album that shows just how good Kinetics’ rhymes are.
Without a doubt, their most stunning song has to be “The New Colossus” a song that takes smart lyrics to a new level. Spelling “kinetics” in Greek letters? Check. Quoting Emma Lazarus’ Statue of Liberty poem? Check. Talking about the Coriolis Effect? Check.
My roommate (and hip-hop enthusiast) Jeff has nothing but praises for this song: “I’ve listened to this song every day for the last month and each day I discover something new that changes my life.” So without further ado, I give you three of their best songs. You can download the album for free on kineticsmusic.com Let’s hope they keep it up.
Gorillaz. They’re finally back. In March they’re releasing their third album and will be headlining Coachella the following month. Right now I’m praying that they’ll do a nationwide tour, as they’re definitely on my top-5 “still haven’t seen live” bands. Here’s a mashup of Gorillaz and Daft Punk. (shout-out to friend and Gorillaz fan Dalia).
This song may be from a few years ago, but it by no means has gotten old. I was just listening to it this morning and just had this realization that more people had to hear this tune. Their guitar work is on another level. Oh, and they’re about to embark on their first ever US tour, complete with a stop at NYC’s Bowery Ballroom on Apr. 20.
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Today, Master Hudak’s daughter Jen Hudak won the gold medal in the Women’s Superpipe at the 2010 X-Games in Aspen for her amazing performance last night.
With this win, Jen ended defending three-time gold medalist Sarah Burke’s dynasty in the Women’s Superpipe to earn her first gold medal at the X-Games and add to her already impressive collection of bronzes and silvers.
This video shows her gold-medal-winning run in which, according to Free Skier Magazine, “Ms. Hudak took her 900, alley oop 540, 540 and 720 to the judge’s domes tonight.”
Also coming from the lovely ladies of K-21, here’s a hilarious stand-up routine by Yael Zinkow ‘12 performed at the open mic night in the Calhoun Cabaret. This was her stand-up debut.
She’ll be performing again tonight at 11 o’clock in the Calhoun Cabaret. Don’t miss it!
Over the past couple of weeks, Saybrook has been all over the relatively new website, GoodCrush at Yale. I don’t know whether to be amused or creeped out by this website, but with its motto of “connecting student bodies ” how can one not support it, really?
Here’s a taste of Saybrook’s presence on the website so far.
I see in the the saybrary, the squiche and the dining hall. you’re quiet. and usually reading. you never stay long. you helped me move in in the fall. and I think you’re cute.
We see you every night in Saybrook dining hall. Sometimes your bangs cover your left eye, sometimes they dont. Either way my entire suite thinks you are beautiful. Hot. Emo. Asian.
I gave you the key to my heart…I mean…the Athenaeum. You are so tall and I am so short that you probably don’t notice me when we walk by each other. I’ve watched you play violin as I sing.
Monday:
Men’s Volleyball vs. Silliman 8
Women’s Squash vs. Silliman 8:15
Men’s Squash vs. Silliman 8:15
Tuesday:
Choops vs. Davenport 7
Women’s Volleyball vs. Davenport 7
Co-ed Inner Tube Water Polo vs. Silliman 8:30
Co-ed Hockey vs. Berkeley 9:45
Wednesday:
Women’s Squash vs. Davenport 7:30
Men’s Squash vs. Davenport 7:30
Men’s A hoops vs. Silliman 8
Men’s B hoops vs. Silliman 8
Women’s hoops vs. Silliman 8
Co-ed Water Polo vs. Davenport 8:30
Thursday:
Women’s Squash vs. Morse 7:30
Men’s Squash vs. Morse 7:30
Choops vs. Silliman 8
Women’s Volleyball vs. Silliman 8
Friday:
Co-ed Bowling vs. Morse, Davenport, Silliman – bus leaves at 3:15
This week, less than two weeks into his term, Mike Jones wrote an op-ed in the YDN arguing that more cameras should to be installed on traffic lights in New Haven. You can read his op-ed here. Props to him for his effort to bring greater awareness to the New Haven issues that affect the student body, especially considering that the failure to do so was the primary criticism of Rachel Plattus’s tenure last year.
In other news, the YDN reported that a whopping 61 suites in L-Dub failed their fire safety inspections over break, apparently 26 of which were related to fire doors. On the bright side, no reports of bedbugs (yet). You can read the full article here.
Congrats to Casey Blue James and Calah Singleton for being elected SAC chairs this week! Will they be able to fill Kate and Cameron’s rather large shoes? Only time will tell, but rumor has it Alli Bauer ‘12 has volunteered to help them out by sharing equal SAC responsibility, just without the official title (she was nominated for the position as well, but withdrew her name from the running).
We can also look forward to seeing freshmen Cyndi Chen and BJ White play active roles in SAC events this semester (next year’s SAC chairs-in-the-making, perhaps?).
Here’s to looking forward to another great year of SAC events.
Last Saturday I went to New York with two fellow sophomore Saybrugians to see Friendly Fires and The xx at Webster Hall. It was a great show from two of the hottest British indie bands. So I’ll start the blog off with them.
I posted a song by The xx last month, so this time I’ll give you a remix that gives this song a much more danceable beat
. 2. Friendly Fires: “Skeleton Boy”
Download here. .
It was hard to choose which Friendly Fires song to select—their debut album is almost flawless—but have a listen to Skeleton Boy, which also has a great music video:
Some of the best music news of the past month came when I found out that Shout Out Louds—a superb band from Stockholm, Sweden—were coming out with a new album (their third) in February. They’ve already released their first new single, and although the first thirty seconds may be dull, the song really picks up and turns into a great tune. .
4. Kid Cudi: “Pursuit of Happiness (Steve Aoki remix)”
This already good song has been given an electronic reworking to make this an even better party song.
In terms of upcoming concerts, Muse tickets to their March 5 show at Madison Square Garden go on-sale this Saturday (12/12) at noon, so don’t be late if you want to see them. See you next semester! .
As winter falls upon us and we prepare for our final examinations, we cast our longing eyes toward the approaching winter recess and the rest and relaxation that it brings. For those of us who will be unwillingly torn from the warm bosom of our college and forced to make the long trek home, this email isn’t so much for you. It is for the brave souls who will be removed from the safety provided by the moat and mortar which protects us all. Upon making your departure for destinations unknown (or known) please remember to unplug all of your things before leaving. This includes things that may seem harmless, like lamps, chargers, TVs, etc.
You may ask, “Why should I unplug all my things, Jawzy Slamz?” Besides the indescribable harm that will be wrought by Emily “Moses Malone” Arntson upon your body in ways that not even ancient texts, film director Michael Bay, or sex-iconJohn Cusack could possibly describe, killing vampires is a wonderful thing. Now you may wonder how the sentence made any sense what-so-ever. First: I love run-ons, second: killing vampires has nothing to do with the Underworld trilogy, but everything to do with vampire power which is the electricity consumed by appliances left plugged in while they are turned to off, standby, sleep, or any other non full functioning mode. Here is good information in a stupid looking chart for you to reference in terms of what really sucks power. Look Here.
Energy saving check-list before vacating the college:
Unplug all appliances
Defrost fridge like champion Nate Scherer:
Unplug fridge
Remove all food
Lay a towel under your fridge to collect water
(Optional) chisel out the frost and ice and throw in your sink, potted plants, or garden
Leave the door open to prevent mold and mildew
Close all windows and draw your curtains
Turn your heat all the way down (do not turn the lever to off as this might cause the pipes to burst)
On a more personal note, I want to thank all of those who went tray-less and continue to go tray-less. I am the one who does the awkward counting during random meals and, therefore, I know who you are. Power to you and keep on keepin’ on.
Happy studies, happy procrastination, and happy holidays!
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