I Love Regina.

Regina Spektor's new album is blowing me away one airy, heavenly song at a time.

Enjoy her video for Laughing With:


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Krista

A Beautiful Night.

Paul McCartney- A Beautiful Night-



I am officially crazy for this 1997 music video from Sir Paul McCartney. My father showed me this earlier today.
Be sure not to miss a few glances of the lovely Linda and Ringo, too!

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Krista

I Love Lucy- The Not-So-Overplayed Best;1.

As everyone who has visited here even only a time or two know, Lucille Ball is my FAVORITE actress & comedienne.

I've decided to periodically post my favorite Lucy moments however, I'll be highlighting the ones that are almost always overlooked. That means, if you're expecting Lucy's infamous foray into candy making or that strategically placed wick-in-putty nose, you are looking in the wrong place but, I promise they'll make you smile.

Probably.

Most likely.

Hopefully..


I'm kicking it off with Season 6 episode; Ragtime Band, and the scene is the gang's rendition of Man Smart, Woman Smarter.



PS- Has anyone else noticed how every time Keith Thibedeaux (Little Ricky) plays the drums, he sticks his little tounge out? How adorable is that, right?

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Krista

A Piano; Flaming, Falling.

Jeff Desom , a German filmmaker, has collaborated with experimental pianist, Hauschka to create this short music video which showcases the lovely talent that Jeff posesses when it comes to his craft and the wonderful musical pieces created by Hauschuka.

Done using vintage postcards of NYC found in Paris flea markets and photographs provided by the Library of Congress:

Hauschka - Morgenrot from Jeff Desom on Vimeo.

Isn't it such a hypnotic, beautifully flowing work of art?


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Krista

Bratislava Hot Serenaders

These are The Bratislava Hot Serenaders . As what one would consider a modern Jazz Band, they aim to recreate 20s and 30s popular music verbatim with no modern day rearrangements in the music and the same can be said for their vocalists.

You will find different video clips of these superb performers on their site (linked above) but, here are my two favorites, thus far:

Broken Record (A novelty song.):


and Livin' in the Sunlight, Lovin' in the Moonlight:


And now, a question(s).
What is your favorite decade for music and who are a few of your favorite artists from that decade?

Thanks for the heads up, Elizabeth !

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Krista

Krista's Top 10 All-Time Favorite Television Theme Songs.

Inspired by a previous post on 1000 Awesome Things , I got to thinking about my personal list of favorite Classic television theme songs and so, I thought I would share them with you.

**As a sidenote; just because I like the theme does not imply that I enjoy said program.


Krista's Top 10 All-Time Favorite Classic TV Themes:

10.)
** Green Acres

9.)
The Jeffersons

8.) **Mr. Ed:


7.) Leave it to Beaver:


6.) The Carol Burnett Show:


5.)The Dick van Dyke Show:


4.) The Andy Griffith Show:


3.) All in the Family:


2.) The Golden Girls:


1.) I Love Lucy; with the lyrics!:




I think its kind of a shame that we no longer have memorable theme songs to go along with our TV viewing but then again, TV is not what it once was, anyway.

So, what are your top TV Themes? Which ones make you smile or bring back memories?

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Krista

Dear Deer.

Kate Micucci is an actress on the television program, Scrubs which obviously, I don't watch. I do, however, watch adorable videos such as this one created by the adorable Ms. Kate. Dear Deer:


I am officially cuted out for the day.

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Krista

All About The Beatles.

I adore these guys:

THE BEATLES
That's right, I love 'em.

Since birth, the greatness that was this 1960s mega group has been ingrained into my being. My father was an avid fan and as a small child, I was all about blasting some Penny Lane on my family's old record player.

So, I've been thinking, IF you enjoy these four mop topped boys from Liverpool the way I do, I have a question or two.

Ready? Okay!

1.) If you can, (and I know its hard, admittedly, I can't pick just one myself), what Beatles song really set your feets to tappin' with the most vigor and enthusiasm?
I flip flop on this issue every few months or so. A few months ago, I was very much about the Psychedelic Era Beatles, a la Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Heart's Club Band, For the Benefit of Mr. Kite, and When I'm 64. Now, this month, I can't get enough of their later, more guitar infused, rocking songs like Revolution, Why Don't We Do It in the Road, and Let it Be.

2.) In a similar vein, what ERA of The Beatles do you prefer?
I've always had a taste for their later endeavors as opposed to their early 60s poppy sound. When I think about it, I guess I am definitely a late 60s kind of gal. The longer hair, the slight beard? SO much more attractive then their closely cropped couiffures and their smooth as a baby's bottom faces in my mind.

3.) Favorite Beatles moment or memory?
I think its hilarious how John Lennon stated that The Beatles were "bigger than Jesus Christ." and every Alma, Mildred, and Rose in America proceeded to ban such 'filth' from their child's record player. I don't know why I love that moment so much so, don't ask why. I'm just badass in that general fashion.

4.) What Beatles records do you have in your possession?
Nowadays I get most of my music transferred to the almighty IPod but, I have my share of Beatles CDs including; Beatles, 1; Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Heart's Club Band, Magical Mystery Tour, and Beatles: Anthology.

And, last but certainly not least by any means;

5.) Who is YOUR favorite member of The Fab Four?

No words needed, am I right?

In conclusion, I leave thee with some of my favorite goodies:

Helter Skelter:


I Am the Walrus:


Visiting India:


Apology for the infamous Jesus Christ statement:




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Krista

mmm, POPCORN!

I heart this little ditty, Popcorn by Hot Butter:


Um, did Hot Butter make any other songs or was it just a joke to accompany the song? Does anyone know? I couldn't find anything so, I'm leaning towards the latter.
Anyway, enjoy!


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Krista

Pistol Youth.

Today, I bring you a Golden Girls inspired clip fopr the song In My Eyes by the group Pistol Youth.

I find this to be sooo incredibly creepy, what with the band members faces replacing that of the ladies own mugs but, I like the song itself!:


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Krista

The Fruit of Lucy's Womb, & some extras.

Dino, Desi [at drums]. & Billy. A short lived musical trio.


Courtesy of If Charlie Parker Were a Gunslinger

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Krista

A Rock Star in the Making?

When I saw this video of a thirteen year old girl named Sara, I was absolutely convinced!:



Do you have an extremely talented or gifted child in close proximity to you?
What is it that they do? Tell me about him or her!


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Krista

Long Live the Queen!

This has touched my heart and made me cry:


Frank Turner had a friend named Lexie who recently passed away due to breast cancer. To help himself cope with his grief and to honor his friend, he wrote and performed this rather upbeat song to celebrate her life. Her children also appear in this video.

What have you done to cope with the loss of loved ones and how do you personally view death? Is it an ending, completion or is it just a new chapter, a different state of being?
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Krista

All You Need is Love.

In animated form:

One of the most amazing pieces of art, ever.


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Krista

My newest song obsession:

The Show by Lenka:


Its so bubbly and happy and we all know I love such frivolity! Her asthetic is adorable, too.
What songs are you obsessing over this week?
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Krista

My Life in Lyrics, 1.

Billy Talent

Have you ever heard a song or, more specifically, a lyric, that pinpoints you or where you are in life just perfectly? I'm hearing more and more these days that appear to have been written with me in mind.



from River Below by Billy Talent:
I'm sick and
I'm twisted;
I'm broke and you can't fix it.
Don't make me,
'Cause I'll do it.
Red blooded and we'll all go,
Into the river below.
I'm running from the inferno.
They'll think I'm insane but,
Ya'll all know my name.

You can hear this song in it entirety here.

What are some lyrics or, a song, that you identify with?

This will be a regular feature.

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Krista

Year of the Dog.

Check out this music video for Year of the Dog by Lovely Sparrows .
They've used paper cutouts for the entire production.
I bask in such whimsy!

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Krista

Oooh, SCANDALOUS!

Here's a little ditty I am now obsessing over, I absolutely LOVE IT. It makes me grin like a jack-o-lantern! My Girl's Pussy by Harry Roy & his Bat Club Boys, recorded in 1931.
Thankies to Amy for bringing it to my attention.

PS- if any of you find risque items such as this song, please feel free to email me & bring them to my attention!

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Krista

Neil Hannon.

Chock up another for my list of musical obsessions!

Neil, I think, will be looked upon with favor among those who take a liking to Amanda Palmer/The Dresden Dolls.

Here he is with his rendition of Noone Knows [Queens of the Stong Age cover.]:


Yay Cabaret!
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Krista

Runs in the Family.

New video in Amanda Palmer's set on YouTube:




Its my favorite one yet!

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Krista