A new theme song for us runners?? Can't really go wrong when Sam Roberts is involved.
I heard this in the car on the way home tonight and it caught me right away.
Do you like?
Showing posts with label Music Picks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Music Picks. Show all posts
February 25, 2010
February 18, 2010
Great New Song from Alexisonfire!
I really like Alexisonfire (another great Canadian band) and crank the radio every time they get airplay. Although, I do also own all their cd's so I am not just stuck to their singles. The band is getting a little more main stream with Dallas taking over most vocals but I still like the screaming mix. Not for everyone that is for sure. Just ask my better half. HAHA
The Northern
The Northern
December 8, 2009
More Music Reco's
I should really be pushing my Canadian listening pleasures but most of them are more for the chill moments of my life (i.e. work) and not really my first picks for training.
Dance/Urban, whatever they call it these days, is not my usual genre but I have found a spot on my playlist lately for more beats.
Today, while I was on the tready at the gym, Much More Music played most of these newer hits and I felt my energy levels boost so they work for me.
Here are three selections that caught my attention and I seem to be stuck on for a pick me up.
"Empire State of Mind" - Jayz feat. Alicia Keys
"Meet Me Half Way" - Black Eyed Peas
"I Got A Feeling " - Black Eyed Peas
Have fun and don't be afraid to make your music diverse!
Dance/Urban, whatever they call it these days, is not my usual genre but I have found a spot on my playlist lately for more beats.
Today, while I was on the tready at the gym, Much More Music played most of these newer hits and I felt my energy levels boost so they work for me.
Here are three selections that caught my attention and I seem to be stuck on for a pick me up.
"Empire State of Mind" - Jayz feat. Alicia Keys
"Meet Me Half Way" - Black Eyed Peas
"I Got A Feeling " - Black Eyed Peas
Have fun and don't be afraid to make your music diverse!
November 26, 2009
Today's Music Pick - 11/26/09
Not sure if anyone is reading these but I might as well make it three days in a row...
I said I would go a little harder today so let's bring in Chicago - Punk band, Rise Against. These guys are gaining a lot of momentum these days and with their success they will soon be considered more rock than punk, i.e. Green Day.
Start off with "Savior" and "Audience of One" (AKA the "Ran Away" song) to get the legs pumping fast. If you want to slow things down a little with these boys try "Swing Life Away" and "Hero of War" (a really powerful, politacally charged anthem).
As you can see I figured out the old video linking so I hope it works. Enjoy!
I said I would go a little harder today so let's bring in Chicago - Punk band, Rise Against. These guys are gaining a lot of momentum these days and with their success they will soon be considered more rock than punk, i.e. Green Day.
Start off with "Savior" and "Audience of One" (AKA the "Ran Away" song) to get the legs pumping fast. If you want to slow things down a little with these boys try "Swing Life Away" and "Hero of War" (a really powerful, politacally charged anthem).
As you can see I figured out the old video linking so I hope it works. Enjoy!
November 25, 2009
Sugar Craving and Music
With a possible 5k XC race this weekend, my body is not cooperating and my sugar tooth is taking over. I have been putting in some decent fall hours on the bike and runs but all my crazy cravings are killing my attempted weight freeze. Last year, I entered the spring season 10 to 15 pounds above the ideal zone for me and it took a good portion of May and June to get things down to an effective racing weight. I really wanted to avoid the yo-yo effect this off-season but my silly binge eating is beating me once again.
On to a more uplifting message...
So far my music reco's have not really shown my true love of Canadian Music. I would estimate 80% of the music I own comes from Canadian Artists and I would proudly tell my friends to support the great talent our country has produced in the last few decades.
With that in mind, my top pick comes from GTA band, Metric. They have produced a number of great, up beat tracks but from their Myspace page (a great place to test the music before making the investment), I would point you toward "Gimme Sympathy". Once you dig into their catalogue check out "Poster of a Girl", "Dead Disco", "Combat Baby", etc., etc. Emily's vocals on the recordings are super energetic.
http://www.myspace.com/metric
As a bonus, check out Stars, an amazing melodic band from Montreal.
www.myspace.com/stars
"Take me to the Riot" and the "Night Starts Here" are two awesome tracks suitable for the cool down of your workout.
The bands I have focused on so far may indicate a soft side to my music appreciation so I better show off my heavier side the next time out. Maybe some Alexisonfire, Finger Eleven, Nine Inch Nails, Tool, etc. for some gems that are perfect body movers but not as main stream.
On to a more uplifting message...
So far my music reco's have not really shown my true love of Canadian Music. I would estimate 80% of the music I own comes from Canadian Artists and I would proudly tell my friends to support the great talent our country has produced in the last few decades.
With that in mind, my top pick comes from GTA band, Metric. They have produced a number of great, up beat tracks but from their Myspace page (a great place to test the music before making the investment), I would point you toward "Gimme Sympathy". Once you dig into their catalogue check out "Poster of a Girl", "Dead Disco", "Combat Baby", etc., etc. Emily's vocals on the recordings are super energetic.
http://www.myspace.com/metric
As a bonus, check out Stars, an amazing melodic band from Montreal.
www.myspace.com/stars
"Take me to the Riot" and the "Night Starts Here" are two awesome tracks suitable for the cool down of your workout.
The bands I have focused on so far may indicate a soft side to my music appreciation so I better show off my heavier side the next time out. Maybe some Alexisonfire, Finger Eleven, Nine Inch Nails, Tool, etc. for some gems that are perfect body movers but not as main stream.
November 24, 2009
Today's Music Pick - 11/24/09
Can you tell it is the off season? Wanted to write something tonight as I settle down before bed after my nightly run.
I found this fun, bubbly band a little while back on Myspace.com when I was looking for some new stuff that is not over played on our local radio stations. I would say their music is best suited for those nice, easy runs when you are bouncing along with a big smile on your face.
Faded Paper Figures, an Indie Electronica band from California, were featured on Grey's Anatomy a few times this TV season so they have the potential for big things. Catch them before they get big!
http://www.myspace.com/fadedpaperfigures
If you have some time, take a moment to listen to the free music streaming on the link above. My two fav's are Metropolis and Logos, so far...
I found this fun, bubbly band a little while back on Myspace.com when I was looking for some new stuff that is not over played on our local radio stations. I would say their music is best suited for those nice, easy runs when you are bouncing along with a big smile on your face.
Faded Paper Figures, an Indie Electronica band from California, were featured on Grey's Anatomy a few times this TV season so they have the potential for big things. Catch them before they get big!
http://www.myspace.com/fadedpaperfigures
If you have some time, take a moment to listen to the free music streaming on the link above. My two fav's are Metropolis and Logos, so far...
November 23, 2009
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
As with most athletes, I love my music. I don't listen to it on the bike or when I run but it has to be on at the gym or when I hit the trainer at home.
I recently found this song and had to share it. It is the Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Heads Will Roll.
The video is nothing hot but the electronica tune from this alt rock band gets me going.
Link to the You Tube video for the song!
I recently found this song and had to share it. It is the Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Heads Will Roll.
The video is nothing hot but the electronica tune from this alt rock band gets me going.
Link to the You Tube video for the song!
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