Sam Amidon - Blue Mountains YTV

15/12/15 YouTube Video

To come as something of a break from all the Christmas music that is being played is this delicate song by Sam Amidon. Taken from the Lily-O album that was released in 2014, it is not his latest work by any means (in fact Home Inside My Head was released earlier this year) but on multiple listens it does a great job making me feel the lyrics and relate to story he sings that it brings out layers of emotion in me that not all music does. This kind of music is one that is perfect to listen to with big headphones on, in a comfy chair and just do nothing but relax and listen. It is tracks like these that have made me go back and listen to the other brilliant albums Sam has produced. Enjoy!

Action Bronson feat. Chance The Rapper - Baby Blue YTV

01/12/15 YouTube Video

It is that time of year when you start to see the standard 'Best 50 Songs Of The Year' lists etc. and on such a list (website forgotten) is where I found this little gem from Action Bronson with Chance The Rapper. I don't know how it managed to slip me by because I am a big fan of Chances and try to listen to everything he releases.  I haven't heard much of Bronson but on this track, his verses are really strong and smart and when coupled with the sweet soulful chorus makes for a beautiful cake of a track with the cherry on top being Chances hilarious lines with great visuals to go with them. Enjoy!

The Preatures - Planet Blue Eyes SCS

SoundCloud Song

I went to Nottingham last week to see The Preatures at The Bodega. It was my first visit to the venue (even the city, for gig related excursions) and I hope it won't be my last because it was fantastic. The venue is a great size for intimate performances by equally great bands such as The Preatures. They really wowed the audience and me with their music skills and they are awesome people on top of that. I chatted to them a bit after the gig and they are really nice and friendly. It is for these reasons and many more that I chose their whole debut for my SoundCloud Songs of this week. I hope you appreciate their talent as much as I do.

Southern - Where I Want To Be SCS

SoundCloud Song

This is the latest from artist Southern which is to be released on the 18th of August. This song really carries on with the same style of music that they have produced so far which is no bad thing. I think when the inevitable album gets released, it will sound like a perfect package of blues, acoustic/rootsy slide guitar and boy-girl vocals which this track will fit nicely into. If you a fan of Jake Bugg in terms of lyrics and the story telling aspect of songs this one is definitely worth a listen. Beautiful song!

YouTube Video Of The Week! 14/01/14

There has been a few different contenders for this weeks pick but the winner is Baby Blue by Badfinger. Yes I first heard this track at the end of Breaking Bad and I love it as a song aside from being in the show. It sounds so much seeped in that classic rock era that I really enjoy and it sounds timeless to me. That is probably part of the reason they used it in the show. Super catchy and upbeat and just a song that will put you in a great mood.

American Peace Live

Two in one day yea I know, I have a lot of time.

So at uni I've been given a design brief to think about over the spring break regarding chocolate. 

More specifically, chocolate that fits in with the American culture and lifestyle. I thought what better way to get into this mind set than by a bit of hands on research. I started today by hitting up McDonald's for a breakfast of Pancakes & Syrup, Crème Egg McFlurry, Choc Milkshake and free Hot Apple Pie. I also picked up a selection of chocolate bars (pictured below) from a candy stall in the shopping centre to see the kind of stuff they produce. It should make for some good eating, especially the Butterfinger which is my personal favourite.

I'm glad I went in to town today as well because as I went into Head (Leamington local record store) I saw this sign advertising Peace performing this Friday in-store and doing a signing, so I picked up their album for that. I also saw a self titled album Blue Roses, never heard of them before but for 50p I figured its worth a try at least. 

Listening to Slashes self titled album atm, expect a post soon.