So, music. Here's my top 5 for the year, and a few honorable mentions that don’t get a cool pic attached.
My Favorite Music of 2017
Here's a few of my favorite artists that I listened to last year, with only one word to describe them. As always, click to listen. London Grammar: melodic Christine and the Queens: head-bobbin' Khalid: smooth Alabama Shakes: full Joseph: pretty Haim: cool Bleachers: fun (no pun intended) Nina Nesbitt: moody Miley Cyrus: twangin' Halsey: …
NPR: Tiny Desk Concert
Okay so who decided that recording music along a wall of books and vinyl while using minimal equipment was a good idea? I'm into it.
Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals!
It's the time of sniffly noses, too much red punch, and a lot of white elephant exchanges. AND listening to the same 26 songs by 2440912 different artists.
LIGHTS: Skin&Earth
Guys, I saw this chick like probably 10 years ago with my bff el when she opened for Owl City. LOL. Let's all just have a laugh at that.
YEBBA
Ed Sheehan heard YEBBA's Sofar performance and admitted that he cried. I MEAN, IT'S NOT HARD. Ya, it's that good. Listen, and repeat.
Brandi Carlile
UM I COULD CRY THINKING ABOUT BRANDI CARLILE COMING OUT WITH NEW TUNES!!!!!!!!! And I'm late to the fan club, so I can't imagine what other people must think. I got to see her live about a year and a half ago...... I still really don't have words.
BOY
When I first heard them, I was like wait, what? Is this Sara Bareilles? Like I'm actually shocked that she doesn't come up on their "related artists" tab on Spotify. Am I the only one? If you're a fan of Sara, you'll love BOY. At least I think you will. These chicks are based out …
Bad Romance
I just finished watching Gaga: Five Foot Two... A couple things: It's not easy to sing live. (Not speaking from experience because clearly I don't sing, but I've seen enough shows/videos to know) This video beautifully depicts Gaga's talent. My gosh, how vulnerable of a thing to sing without the distractions of multiple other instruments. Props …
On Harry Edward Styles:
Hi, I'm Ellie - Minneapolitan and BFF of this blog's mother since the third grade. At only (almost) 26, I don't consider myself the authority on anything (except maybe like Gilmore Girls). However, I do know a thing or two about Harry Styles and his fans, 'cause I am one! Let's start at the beginning. I became a fan of One Direction somewhere between...