Fun Friday

Quotes:

Behind ever great man is a woman rolling her eyes. -Jim Carrey

I once saw a forklift lift a crate of forks. And it was way too literal for me. -Mitch Hedberg

I like to use 'I Can't Believe It's Not Butter' on my toast in the morning, because sometimes when I eat breakfast, I like to be incredulous. How was breakfast? Unbelievable. -Demetri Martin

I have never been jealous. Not even when my dad finished fifth grade a year before I did. -Jeff Foxworthy

Treat your password like your toothbrush. Don't let anybody else use it, and get a new one every six months. -Clifford Stoll

Getting married is a lot like getting into a tub of hot water. After you get used to it, it ain't so hot. -Minnie Pearl

Theatre Thursday

Because Kevin Spacey? Yeah.. Because Kevin Spacey.

Wednesday Artist

Artist to discover: I The Mighty

These guys have been around since 2007 with a loyal fan base located along the west coast, but have recently been gaining popularity as of late and with the signing with Equal Vision Records. Definitely give them a listen and take a look at the lyric video below to the song "The Dreamer." If you like them, definitely look for them this summer as they will be on the Warped Tour.




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Tuesday Factoid

Niagara Falls and Great Lakes Facts:

• The falls generate over four million kilowatts of hydroelectric power, this power is shared by both the United States and Canada
• 3,160 tons of water flows over Niagara Falls every second. Now if you do the math on this one it's: 189,600 tons per minute, 11.4 million tons per hour and over 273 million tons per day. 
• 4 out of the 5 Great Lakes drain into the Niagara River. The Great Lakes make up approximately 21% of the world's surface freshwater supply and 84% of North America's surface freshwater supply.

For more facts and information about Niagara Falls check out Niagara Falls State Park website and the Environmental Protection Agency's Great Lakes information page.

Music Video Monday

Title: Unstable
Band: Anberlin
Album(s): Devotion and Vital (iTunes Exclusive)
Label: Universal Republic Records (2013)

Some of you may have heard, Anberlin has announced that this will be their final year together. After 12 years together, a well renowned and storied career comes to a close after 6, and soon to be 7, album releases and 4 compilation albums. Look for their 7th and final album this year and check out dates for their farewell world tour.

http://www.anberlin.com/

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http://instagram.com/anberlin

http://www.toothandnail.com/

http://www.republicrecords.com/

Lyrics:
You came out of nowhere,
But who could you hold, wild horse, unstable.
Do you still do as you're told?
Think you're wild and free now?
Think you can cover me, well save yourself.
Pretend like you don't do what you're told.

Come around, let me in.
How can I talk you down from that ledge,
Unless you let me in?

You heard when I called you,
But you're still lost in your way.
Are you able,
To do just what you're told?
Taught me to trust now.
Yet you have no faith in yourself.
Why can't you believe in what you know?

Come around, darling, let me in.
How can I talk you down from that ledge,
Unless you let me in?

How can I... Talk you down?
Unless you come around,
Come around,
Come around.

Come around, darling.
Let me in.
How can I talk you down from that ledge,
Unless you let me in?

Come around,
Let me in,
I'll talk you down from that ledge,
If you let me in, lovely...

Fun Friday

Thank you TSN for these themed Top 10s.

Theatre Thursday

The movie speaks for itself. I really don't need to go into detail. But if you watch the movie, the underlining theme speaks volumes about human character.

Wednesday Artist

Today's artist, I decided to give the nod to a photographer. Ty Cole made PDN's (Photo District News) 30 new and emerging photographers to watch for in 2013. Taking a look at some of his photos, I can see why he made that list. Every shot seems to tell a story, a history of what I am/who I am. Just by looking at one of his photos, you can spend at least 30 minutes just postulating what the story could be or is trying to be told.

Links:

Ty Cole's Official Website

Facebook Page

Tumblr

Instagram

Los Angeles, Photograph by Ty Cole

Tuesday Factoid

Astronomy notes:

When the Moon was given its name, astronomers, at the time, did not know that their were other planets that had moons/satellites orbiting them. So, they just called it the Moon. Now that we know that there are other moons orbiting other planets, it basically comes down to the capitalization of the name. Earth's moon is referred to as "the Moon" with a capital "M."

Other notes:

The Moon does experience quakes.

The Moon does NOT have an atmosphere.

There have only been 12 people, to this point, that have set foot on the surface of the Moon and they have all been Americans.

The Moon is slowly drifting away from Earth at the rate of 3.8 cm/yr. It has been estimated that the Moon will continue to do so for approximately 50 billion years. By that point, the Moon will orbit the Earth in 47 days than the 27.3 days of what we are all accustomed to (Whether or not you think about this on a day-to-day basis).

Music Video Monday

Title: Cool Kids
Band: Echosmith
Album: Talking Dreams
Label: Warner Bros. (2013)
Directed By Gus Black

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Lyrics:
She sees them walking in a straight line, that's not really her style.
And they all got the same heartbeat, but her's is falling behind.
Nothing in this world could ever bring them down.
Yeah, they're invincible, and she's just in the background.
And she says,

"I wish that I could be like the cool kids,
'Cause all the cool kids, they seem to fit in.
I wish that I could be like the cool kids, like that cool kids."

He sees them talking with a big smile, but they haven't go a clue.
Yeah, they're living the good life, can't see what he is going through.
They're driving fast cars, but they don't know where they're going.
In the fast lane, living life without knowing.
And he says,

"I wish that I could be like the cool kids,
'Cause all the cool kids, they seem to fit in.
I wish that I could be like the cool kids, like that cool kids.
I wish that I could be like the cool kids,
'Cause all the cool kids, they seem to fit in.
I wish that I could be like the cool kids, like that cool kids."

And they said,
"I wish that I could be like the cool kids,
'Cause all the cool kids, they seem to fit in.
I wish that I could be like the cool kids, like that cool kids.
I wish that I could be like the cool kids,
'Cause all the cool kids, they seem to fit in.
I wish that I could be like the cool kids, like that cool kids."

Friday Funny

You are on a horse galloping at a constant speed.

On your right, there is a sharp drop off, and on your left there is an elephant galloping along at the same speed.

Directly in front of you is another horse that is galloping at the same speed as you that you cannot overtake it.

Directly behind you is a lion that is running at the same speed as you and the horse in front of you.

What must you need to do to safely get out of this highly dangerous situation?

Get off the merry-go-round...

Theatre Thursday

 

This little piece came out in 2012, "Safety Not Guaranteed" is a comedy that features Aubrey Plaza (Darius) and Jake Johnson (Jeff) working for a magazine in the city, chasing after a story based on an ad place in the paper for time travel. This is where they encounter Mark Duplass (Kenneth), a quirky local who firmly believes in the concept in time travel.

I'll admit, I really did not expect this movie to be much. At the beginning, the acting was a little flat, but as the story progress, you find yourself more in tune with the story and forget about the acting a little bit. It does pick up with a few comical quotes to help with the progression of the movie. I do give this movie a nod and would suggest it to any one who would like to watch this interesting movie.

Artist Wednesday

Today's progressive style in the music industry is only reflected by the number of bands and artist trying to make music that is edgy and innovative in each their own genre and style. With that said, I do suggest that you listen to InnerPartySystem. Now these guys have been around for a little while now, but if you have not heard of them, I suggest to give them a listen.

I saw them in concert a couple of years ago when they toured with Eye Alaska and Saosin. Needless to say, and I'm sorry Saosin, but InnerPartySystem should of been the headliners for this tour. Definitely do not pass up the chance to see these guys on stage. They bring an energy to the whole building that no one can do but only them with their edgy lyrics and electrorock styling and stunning on stage visuals definitely make it an experience that won't soon be forgotten.

https://www.facebook.com/Innerpartysystem

https://twitter.com/ipsofficial

http://www.youtube.com/innerpartysystem

https://myspace.com/innerpartysystem

http://innerpartysystem.com/

http://redbullrecords.com/

Factoid Tuesday

Going grocery shopping? Buying a loaf of bread by chance? Did you know that there is a code already in place with each loaf of bread that you by? Ever take notice of the twist tag? There are different colors of twist tags that indicate what day that the loaf was baked.

Monday - Blue
Tuesday - Green
Thursday - Red
Friday - White
Saturday - Yellow

(Did you notice that there wasn't a Wednesday? That's okay if you didn't. Your brain is programmed to read days sequentially and you may have automatically said Wednesday even though it was not listed.)

Music Video Monday

Song: Standing at the End of the World
Band: Have Gun, Will Travel
Album: Fiction, Fact or Folktale? (2013)
Label: This is American Music

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Friday Funnies

Comedian Jim Breuer does metal impersonations of popular children songs.

Theatre Thursday

It's THURSDAY! Which means a movie suggestion. Some of you may have seen this one, and for those who have not, give it a watch. You just might be entertained for 90 minutes or so. Just for all you Ryan Gosling fans out there, I suggest that you give "Lars and the Real Girl" a view.

I kind of watched this movie as just something to fill my time one night, and really without any real expectations. And to my surprise, I actually enjoyed it and found it easy to relate to the characters in the movie. It may seem a little quirky or even confusingly weird in parts, but it's all a part of the build up of the storyline that I found to be charming.

Wednesday's Music Artist

Today's suggested artist is "new" one. Sleepwave is: Spencer Chamberlain and Stephen Bowman. I say: "new" because Spencer, as a few of you may recall was the frontman for the former band Underøath. They do have one single that has been released thus far titled "Rock and Roll is Dead and so Am I." Please go ahead and give this song a listen. It may not be for everyone, but it never hurt to try something outside of your normal listening spectrum. They will release an album in the near future, so keep a lookout for that when it drops if you do like their single.



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Music Video Monday

Music Video:

Artist: SafetySuit
Song: These Times
Album: These Times
Year: 2012
Label: Universal Records

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Lyrics:
These times will try hard to define me,
And I'll try to hold my head up high.
But I've seen despair here from the inside,
And it's got a one track mind.

And I have this feeling in my gut now.
And I don't know what it is I'll find.
Does anybody ever feel like,
You're always one step behind?

Now I'm sitting along here in my bed,
I'm waiting for an answer I don't know I'll get.
I cannot stand to look in the mirror, I'm failing.
I'm telling you these times are hard,
But they will (pass).

And I know there's someone out there somewhere,
Who has it much worse than I do.
But I have a dream inside, a perfect life,
I'd give anything just to work,
It's like I'm only trying to dig my way out,
Of all these things I can't,

And I am sitting alone here in my bed.
I'm waiting for an answer I don't know that I'll get.
I cannot stand to look in the mirror, I'm failing.
I'm telling you these times are hard,
But they will pass.
They will pass.
They will pass.
These times are hard,
But they will...

These times will try hard to define me,
But I will hold my head up high...

Sitting alone here in my bed.
I'm waiting for an answer I don't know that I'll get.
I cannot stand to look in the mirror, I'm failing.
I'm telling you, these times are hard,
But they will pass,
And I know there's a reason.
I just keep hoping it won't be long 'til I see it.
And maybe if we throw up our hands and believe it.
I'm telling you these times are hard,
But they will pass.
They will pass.
They will pass.
These times are hard,
But they will pass...

Tuesday Factoid

Yes, this 2014. And yes, if you were thinking that this is an Olympic year, you would be correct. So in honor of this Olympic year today's fact is:

Women did not compete in any Olympic event until 1912 in Stockholm, SWE. The first Winter Olympics were held in 1924 at Chamonix, FRA in which only eleven women competed in the event.