Thank you Mr. Dan Rogers for making my week a little more peaceful. I recommend this cover to anyone who is cramming this week for midterms. It will take your stress level down about five good notches.
JDSkills
Monday, March 14, 2011
Wicked Awesome Guitar Cover on Landslide!
Can I play this on repeat all week long? It seriously relaxes me oh so much...
Thank you Mr. Dan Rogers for making my week a little more peaceful. I recommend this cover to anyone who is cramming this week for midterms. It will take your stress level down about five good notches.
JDSkills
Thank you Mr. Dan Rogers for making my week a little more peaceful. I recommend this cover to anyone who is cramming this week for midterms. It will take your stress level down about five good notches.
JDSkills
Friday, March 11, 2011
Stevie Nicks on Glee!
Stevie Nicks wasn't technically a character on Glee, but her song Landslide was used on this past Tuesday's episode. She even had time to pay a visit to the Glee cast and express how happy she was about their choice to use her song. She was thrilled( and a tad smitten for Mr. Shue) to say the least...
"What makes you happy Stevie?"
Now, I will be the first to chuckle at this statement. Stevie, on your LAST day on this earth, the thing you will be thinking about is your time on Glee? Thats a pretty intense statement! She must really love the show...
One thing I won't chuckle at is the fact that her statement about how Glee is bringing back songs into the mainstream is so right on. Yes, some parts of the show may be a bit cheesy, but let me tell you first hand that I know that this show is a guilty pleasure for some men out there. Don't deny it...
The songs on this show are undeniably creative and they bring a new twist on some songs that otherwise would have been forgotten. Props Glee and thank you Stevie for recognizing the great talent behind this show. After all, if Stevie Nicks thinks this show is cool...then its cool.
"What makes you happy Stevie?"
"To be on my pink couch
in my 1938 library with a cup of Chai Tea, hot water bottle and...Glee."-Stevie NicksWatch this interview where Nicks talks about what went into the making of the song Landslide. Honestly, I knew that this song was about some aspect of change in a young person's life, but I never really knew exactly what the lyrics meant until now. Really interesting video...check it out.
" On my last day on this earth there are a few things I will think of and I will definitely think of my day at Glee."
Now, I will be the first to chuckle at this statement. Stevie, on your LAST day on this earth, the thing you will be thinking about is your time on Glee? Thats a pretty intense statement! She must really love the show...
One thing I won't chuckle at is the fact that her statement about how Glee is bringing back songs into the mainstream is so right on. Yes, some parts of the show may be a bit cheesy, but let me tell you first hand that I know that this show is a guilty pleasure for some men out there. Don't deny it...
The songs on this show are undeniably creative and they bring a new twist on some songs that otherwise would have been forgotten. Props Glee and thank you Stevie for recognizing the great talent behind this show. After all, if Stevie Nicks thinks this show is cool...then its cool.
JDSkills
Monday, March 7, 2011
Spinning Wheels
Ah yesss! I found another beautiful demo that deserves some recognition. Seriously, I get so amped when I find these-you have no idea.
The amp in my heart has faded a bit after taking a listen to this demo. You can't help but feel the pain that is evident in her voice. It is no question that Spinning Wheels is a demo that is inspired by heartbreak. Nicks' use of the word spinning wheels is a metaphor for the disillusionment that love can sometimes bring.
Sometimes we want a relationship to be perfect, even though that is absolutely impossible. We tend to look past the flaws and focus on the times that make us feel good. Nicks' reference to crystal perfection illustrates this fact. She then goes on to question herself. She is guarded and fearful that she will be hurt. Its as though doesn't want to be made into a fool and you can hear the fragility and in her voice as she sings these lyrics. She doesn't want to have her heart broken, even though she can predict that it will probably break at any moment. Makes you want to reach out and give her a hug, right?
The amp in my heart has faded a bit after taking a listen to this demo. You can't help but feel the pain that is evident in her voice. It is no question that Spinning Wheels is a demo that is inspired by heartbreak. Nicks' use of the word spinning wheels is a metaphor for the disillusionment that love can sometimes bring.
"Spinning wheels,
Crystal perfection
Not to be confused with the tears.
Oh Christian, what about your sad, wild dreams?
What kind of feelings do you feel for me?
Do you cherish all those memories?
What kind of feelings do you feel for me?"
Sometimes we want a relationship to be perfect, even though that is absolutely impossible. We tend to look past the flaws and focus on the times that make us feel good. Nicks' reference to crystal perfection illustrates this fact. She then goes on to question herself. She is guarded and fearful that she will be hurt. Its as though doesn't want to be made into a fool and you can hear the fragility and in her voice as she sings these lyrics. She doesn't want to have her heart broken, even though she can predict that it will probably break at any moment. Makes you want to reach out and give her a hug, right?
"With the faith of a child,
Have you given enough?
Have you given too much?"
Now, I have said it once, but I will say it again- I believe that this song is inspired of the breakup between Nicks and guitarist Lindsey Buckingham. She has said herself that Buckingham was, and still is, an inspiration for her music. Although she has written numerous songs about various past lovers, it seems to be that some of her most beautiful songs have been written about her experiences with Buckingham."Sweet things that we live for,
They say that dreams are made of them."
"No quiet cries...something that was.
No quiet cries for us."
I gotta say...I can't complain. If heartbreak is what it takes to create a song this beautiful, then I just have to say "BRING ON THE HEARTACHE." It might sound heartless, but sometimes the harder you hurt, the better the song is."Sweet things that we live for,
But it was only love."
JDSkills
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Detective JDSkills.
It turns out that flu was bronchitis in disguise. I was not a pretty sight for the past few days, but now my voice has finally come back from the dead. Actually I have a little confession...
You know when you are sick and you lose your voice? Am I the only girl out there who loves to get that raspy after sick voice? Sometimes, I blast Stevie Nicks songs and pretend I have that same beautiful rasp that she has.-Honestly!
So, that was my little confession. I pretend to sing like Stevie Nicks when I am getting over an illness. I guess it is just my way of putting a positive twist on a bad situation.
On my way home I was blasting the demo for Gold Dust Woman, which is on the Rumours album. This version can be found on the Rumours Deluxe Edition CD. I advise all of you readers to get yourself a copy of this CD. It gives you an inside listen as to what the recording of the Rumours album was like. You are able to listen to the magic that went into the making of this legendary album.
Now, listen to the demo at mark 3:50 onward. Nicks sneaks in a bit of another song that she must have been working on at the time. If You Ever Did Believe was a song that Nicks wrote in the 1970's. It was brought back in 1998 when the film Practical Magic was released.
In this following clip, Nicks gives her view on the power of music within a film. You can also hear the polished version of the song, If You Ever Did Believe.
Play the clip at 3:32. Sound familiar? Thats because you heard the same thing in the Gold Dust Woman demo clip! Not only is this just a cool tidbit, but it makes me want to speculate the meaning of If You Ever Did Believe. Nicks has said in the past that Gold Dust Woman is about the use of drugs, cocaine in particular, and she tends to shy away from this song being about anything romantic in nature.
Okay, I beg to differ. Yes, I know that Stevie Nicks of all people would know the meaning to her own songs, but I can't help but think that this song has multiple meanings. As I take a look at the lyrics to Gold Dust Woman, I see lyrics that refer to both cocaine use as well as the unraveling of a romantic relationship. Take a look at the lyrics here.
Now, lets play detective...
JDSkills
You know when you are sick and you lose your voice? Am I the only girl out there who loves to get that raspy after sick voice? Sometimes, I blast Stevie Nicks songs and pretend I have that same beautiful rasp that she has.-Honestly!
So, that was my little confession. I pretend to sing like Stevie Nicks when I am getting over an illness. I guess it is just my way of putting a positive twist on a bad situation.
On my way home I was blasting the demo for Gold Dust Woman, which is on the Rumours album. This version can be found on the Rumours Deluxe Edition CD. I advise all of you readers to get yourself a copy of this CD. It gives you an inside listen as to what the recording of the Rumours album was like. You are able to listen to the magic that went into the making of this legendary album.
Now, listen to the demo at mark 3:50 onward. Nicks sneaks in a bit of another song that she must have been working on at the time. If You Ever Did Believe was a song that Nicks wrote in the 1970's. It was brought back in 1998 when the film Practical Magic was released.
In this following clip, Nicks gives her view on the power of music within a film. You can also hear the polished version of the song, If You Ever Did Believe.
Play the clip at 3:32. Sound familiar? Thats because you heard the same thing in the Gold Dust Woman demo clip! Not only is this just a cool tidbit, but it makes me want to speculate the meaning of If You Ever Did Believe. Nicks has said in the past that Gold Dust Woman is about the use of drugs, cocaine in particular, and she tends to shy away from this song being about anything romantic in nature.
Okay, I beg to differ. Yes, I know that Stevie Nicks of all people would know the meaning to her own songs, but I can't help but think that this song has multiple meanings. As I take a look at the lyrics to Gold Dust Woman, I see lyrics that refer to both cocaine use as well as the unraveling of a romantic relationship. Take a look at the lyrics here.
Now, lets play detective...
- The Rumours album is known to be an album inspired by the breakups of the various members within the band.
- The fact that Nicks intertwined the lyrics to If You Ever Did Believe into the end of the demo track of Gold Dust Woman, leads me to believe that IYEDB (yes I abbreviate...) was in the running to be on the Rumours album. It is clearly another song that is directed at guitarist, Lindsey Buckingham.
- The demo for If You Ever Did Believe was from 1976. The Rumours album was released in 1977. Hmm..
JDSkills
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Songs To Make You Feel Better
It finally happened. I got the flu.
I can't remember the last time I got the flu, but its hit me and I forgot how bad it can make you feel. I knew I should have gotten that flu shot! *shakes fist in the air*
Music always seems to make me feel better when I'm feeling lousy, so here are a few tunes that simply relax me. I never like to play music thats too loud because...
A) my head is already pounding and B) the loud/fast paced music seems to make me feel like I need to dance. Dancing...is the last thing I want to be doing right now. (I must be feeling really sick to say that right?)
So if you're feeling a little under the weather like me, make yourself a cup of tea (add a little milk and sugar) and simply relax to these mellow Mac songs...
Fleetwood Mac 1975: Crystal
Stevie Nicks 1980's(not sure on exact date): I Sing For The Things
Fleetwood Mac 1979: Beautiful Child
I hope this made you feel better! I know that by getting my Mac fill, I am one step closer to recovery...
JDSkills
I can't remember the last time I got the flu, but its hit me and I forgot how bad it can make you feel. I knew I should have gotten that flu shot! *shakes fist in the air*
Music always seems to make me feel better when I'm feeling lousy, so here are a few tunes that simply relax me. I never like to play music thats too loud because...
A) my head is already pounding and B) the loud/fast paced music seems to make me feel like I need to dance. Dancing...is the last thing I want to be doing right now. (I must be feeling really sick to say that right?)
So if you're feeling a little under the weather like me, make yourself a cup of tea (add a little milk and sugar) and simply relax to these mellow Mac songs...
Fleetwood Mac 1975: Crystal
Stevie Nicks 1980's(not sure on exact date): I Sing For The Things
Fleetwood Mac 1979: Beautiful Child
I hope this made you feel better! I know that by getting my Mac fill, I am one step closer to recovery...
JDSkills
Monday, February 21, 2011
Vanessa Carlton and Stevie Nicks at The Sunset Sessions
Oh boy, so I have some bad news and some good news to share with you. I'll start with the bad...
Remember how I posted earlier that my sister was going to attend that meet and greet with Stevie Nicks at that event, The Sunset Sessions? Well, she was called into work and wasn't able to make it down to San Diego. Ugh, bummer right?! It all just seemed too good to be true.
Now for the good news. At the event Stevie sang with singer/songwriter Vanessa Carlton. They sang a song entitled, Carousel, which will be on Vanessa's upcoming album, Rabbits on the Run. I heard the song and absolutely fell in love.
Remember how I posted earlier that my sister was going to attend that meet and greet with Stevie Nicks at that event, The Sunset Sessions? Well, she was called into work and wasn't able to make it down to San Diego. Ugh, bummer right?! It all just seemed too good to be true.
Now for the good news. At the event Stevie sang with singer/songwriter Vanessa Carlton. They sang a song entitled, Carousel, which will be on Vanessa's upcoming album, Rabbits on the Run. I heard the song and absolutely fell in love.
Do you have a twinkle of a tear in your eye? It's alright if you do! It's good when music can touch you on an emotional level. Personally, thats what I think makes good music. If you can sit down and listen to a song and actually feel something, then you know its good.
Nicks is right when she says that Vanessa is one of the great ones. We don't hear a lot of her music on the radio these days and its a real shame. Here we have a girl who actually writes her own music and the lyrics come out as nothing short of poetry. They are beautiful lyrics that are supported by substance and meaning. The truth in this song is the catalyst for that tear in your eye!
"And time won't wait, so don't be late...
White rabbits on the run."
JDSkills
Friday, February 18, 2011
Stevie Nicks Meet and Greet in San Diego!
The 14th annual Sunset Sessions will take place tomorrow, Feb 19 in San Diego C.A at the La Costa Resort. This is an event that most regulars don't know too much about, but our very own Stevie Nicks will be in attendance.
Here is the link to check out more info!
Man, it sure is one of those times when I wish I were living with my sister on the west coast. My sister, another fan of the Mac, lives in LA and although San Diego is a good two hours away, she will be making the trip down the coast to visit Nicks.
My sister called me last night all excited and in panic at the same time. Can I say blame her? If I met Stevie Nicks, I wouldn't know where to begin. What would I say? What would I ask? What would I wear? Honestly, what do you wear when you meet not only one of the most influential women in rock music, but one of the most influential women in the fashion world as well?
But what would I even say? You know when you are so excited to meet someone that the words just don't come out right? Well, I bet that would happen to me. Actually, I for SURE know it would happen to me. I would need to write out my thoughts and bring the list with me to the meet in greet. For sure...
I would write my list out, but that is a bit personal. Lets just say I would definitely let her know what a role model she is in my life. I might even gain the courage to sneak a link to this blog for her to check out. Seriously, how AWESOME would it be if I looked to the right of this page and saw "Followers: Stevie Nicks" Unreal...
The tickets I heard were a bit pricey at $250, but its got to be worth it. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity! If my sister happens to take and pics, I will be sure to upload them here!
JDSkills
Here is the link to check out more info!
Man, it sure is one of those times when I wish I were living with my sister on the west coast. My sister, another fan of the Mac, lives in LA and although San Diego is a good two hours away, she will be making the trip down the coast to visit Nicks.
My sister called me last night all excited and in panic at the same time. Can I say blame her? If I met Stevie Nicks, I wouldn't know where to begin. What would I say? What would I ask? What would I wear? Honestly, what do you wear when you meet not only one of the most influential women in rock music, but one of the most influential women in the fashion world as well?
But what would I even say? You know when you are so excited to meet someone that the words just don't come out right? Well, I bet that would happen to me. Actually, I for SURE know it would happen to me. I would need to write out my thoughts and bring the list with me to the meet in greet. For sure...
I would write my list out, but that is a bit personal. Lets just say I would definitely let her know what a role model she is in my life. I might even gain the courage to sneak a link to this blog for her to check out. Seriously, how AWESOME would it be if I looked to the right of this page and saw "Followers: Stevie Nicks" Unreal...
The tickets I heard were a bit pricey at $250, but its got to be worth it. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity! If my sister happens to take and pics, I will be sure to upload them here!
JDSkills
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