Today, I have been in a relfective frame of mind and have been listening to Antony and the Johnsons breakthrough 2nd LP from 2005 'I am a Bird'. It took me a while to really enjoy this album when it came out but over time the layers of this album really do reveal something completely unexpected and beautiful. Antony's voice is so unique and the songs he create are like musical landscapes. There are some amazing tracks on this album which include collaborations with Rufus Wainwright and Boy George. Two of my favourite tracks are YOU ARE MY SISTER and FISTFUL OF LOVE. Have a great Sunday!
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
This is what I bought on Record Store Day 2012
Official Record Store Day Releases
BEST 2012 Record Store Day Purchase
Other Records/CDS Bought on 2012 Record Store Day
- Bat For Lashes - STRANGELOVE - One Sided Single, cover of Depeche Mode with B-Side etched
- M83 - MIRROR - "Hidden" song from 2011 album 'Hurry Up, We're Dreaming' with B-Side etched
- Pet Shop Boys - OPPORTUNITIES (LET'S MAKE LOTS OF MONEY) - 12inch vinyl SILVER VINYL
Other Records/CDS Bought on 2012 Record Store Day
- Taylor Dayne - CAN'T FIGHT FATE - vinyl LP
- Cyndi Lauper - I DROVE ALL NIGHT - 7inch vinyl
- Aretha Franklin/George Michael - I KNEW YOU WERE WAITING FOR ME - 7inch vinyl (purchased for my niece)
- Eurythmics -SHAME - 12inch vinyl
- Eurythmics/Aretha Franklin - SISTERS ARE DOIN' IT FOR THEMSELVES - 12inch vinyl (Canadian)
- ABC - BE NEAR ME - 12inch vinyl (Canadian)
- Tears for Fears - MOTHERS TALK - 12inch vinyl (Canadian
- The Bravery - THE BRAVERY - CD LP
RECORD STORES VISITED
- Red Eye Records, 143 York St, Sydney and 370 Pitt St, Sydney (store closing on 6th May 2012 - 20% OFF all stock!)
- Lawson's Records, 380 Pitt St, Sydney
Ooh its a new Sophie Song
The Sophie Ellis Bextor has made a song with French DJ Bob Sinclar called FUCK WITH YOU. OK then if I must! I was reading an interview with Sophie on her website about the birth of baby number 3 (she's probably giving birth as you read this) and then this video appears! Check it out! The video is very similar to THE ONE by Kylie Minogue don't you think, except this one has more 'lips'. I think I could get used to Saucy Sophie!
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Boy George vs Lana Del Rey
I am very surprised that I have yet to write a post about Boy George. I only idiolised him from the years 1984 to 1998 (or there abouts) religiously. I guess I should write some more about the Boy George years. Anyway he has gone and done a cover of the Luscious Lana Del Rey song VIDEO GAMES (see below) which will be on an upcoming self-released covers album. The song seems to suit his husky voice and I definitely think ballads are where its at for George. This reminds me of George's post-Jesus Loves You (1991-1994) period where he became very folky and was singing very stripped back songs like YOU ARE THE DEAL (which metamorphised into THE DEAL).
And in other George related news he has had a few ups and downs on Twitter of late with his account being spammed. His last tweets suggest he may be having a rest for a while. See the below.
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| The Boy with Lana! |
And in other George related news he has had a few ups and downs on Twitter of late with his account being spammed. His last tweets suggest he may be having a rest for a while. See the below.
Tweets
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Sunday Song by Kimbra (again)
I went to see the Archibald Prize at the Art Gallery of New South Wales in Sydney which is a must for me every year. This is an annual art prize in portraiture. This year there is an amazing portrait of the New Zealand singer Kimbra. Here it is for you. Isn't it amazing? The artist is Vincent Fantauzzo who has painted some of the most popular entries in the Archibald over the last few years.
A video was made to accompany the portrait of Kimbra's song BUILD IT UP. Art coming to life? Check it out below. Totes Amazeballs!!!
Saturday, April 21, 2012
Today is 2012 RECORD STORE DAY
Today is 2012 Record Store Day where music and vinyl lovers get to celebrate the joy of purchasing music, whether that be a CD or vinyl from your local record store.There are UNIQUE special releases just for today from a cavalcade of artists from around the world. There is a strong focus on vinyl (or as my brother-in law likes to call them - Liquorice Pizzas) but there are also some special cd releases to enjoy.
I will be heading down to Red Eye Records in Sydney to see if I can get the 7inch of Bat for Lashes cover of Depeche Mode's STRANGELOVE. Other special releases on my hit list include the David Bowie STARMAN 7inch Picture Disc. Oooooh I love a Picture Disc. They are releasing the soundtrack to Pretty in Pink on Pink Vinyl. OMG!!! Luscious Lana Del Rey get's in on the act by releasing BORN TO DIE on 7inch too. You can watch the Official Film for 2012 Record Store Day below:
You can see my previous post about 2012 Record Store Day.
WHATEVER YOU DO TODAY, GO TO YOUR LOCAL RECORD STORE AND BUY SOME MUSIC!!!!
WHATEVER YOU DO TODAY, GO TO YOUR LOCAL RECORD STORE AND BUY SOME MUSIC!!!!
Monday, April 16, 2012
Sunday Song by Feist
So this post is slightly late, well its still Sunday in the USA so not entirely. I have been listening to FEIST album Metals of late and the video for BITTERSWEET MELODIES has just been released. Its a lovely song and the video features the photographs of Irina Werning from her Back to the Future series of photographs. There are some striking images as Irina recreates photos that were taken years ago with the same model, pose and setting. Perfect listening for a Sunday/Monday evening.
Monday, April 9, 2012
Record Store Day 21 April 2012
2012 Record Store Day will soon be with us and you are officially forewarned Vinyl Luver readers - 21 April 2012. Write this date in your diary NOW! Its amazing how this day has taken off in recent years with events taking place all over the world and records being released just for the day. Last year I sent a text to those nearest and dearest to me urging them to visit a record store to purchase music in a physical format . Last year I headed to Red Eye Records in Sydney and purchased the Best Coast LP Crazy For You and Kylie's GET OUTTA MY WAY on 7 inch picture disc.
I received this email from Sister Ray Records in London. Now this is where I want to be on Record Store Day!
"This year there will be exclusive releases from Kate Bush, Arcade Fire, Bruce Springsteen, PiL, Coldplay, Elbow, Metallica, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Arctic Monkeys, Black Keys, Vaccines and many many more. It’s going to be the busiest year yet so GET HERE EARLY!!
There will be in-store signing sessions with JIM KERR and CHARLIE BURCHILL from SIMPLE MINDS, an appearance from BILLY BRAGG and more super-special guests throughout the day. On top of that ST ETIENNE’s BOB STANLEY and legendary music journalist PETE PAPHIDES have agreed to work behind the counter!
All customers that purchase a Record Store Day release will be entered into a special draw to win an exclusive ‘white label’ test pressing of Jack White’s forthcoming album ‘Blunderbuss’."
I will be definitely partaking in Record Store Day activities, whether that involves a trip to Red Eye Records or another store. Once again I urge you to head out and purchase some music from your local music store. In the last year HUM Records has closed down its 2 stores in Sydney and its so important to support Music stores so they don't close. SO GO OUT AND BUY SOME MUSIC ON 21 APRIL 2012!!!!!
Here is my previous post of My Favourite Record Stores.
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Sunday Song by Sufjan
Sorry for the lack of posting of late. My whole work/life balance has been completely out of whack for the past fortnight. Anyway here is a lovely soothing Sunday Song by Sufjan Stevens - FUTILE DEVICES. Happy Easter folks.
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