"Bandwagon Alert:" An Album to be named in my divorce papers

I stole an idea from my sister who stole it from... someone else, I'm sure. The best albums out there are albums that are actually worth fighting for when you break-up with someone or get divorced. I've got a new album to add to my list:
"The Swell Season" by Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova. All you hipsters might recognize the names from listening to XRT, or from seeing the movie ONCE. I have not yet seen the movie, but already know that I will probably like it--the soundtrack is amazing.
I bought "The Swell Season," since the soundtrack and film have had rave reviews. I must say that I am just enamored with it. It is an album that is hauntingly good and just begs to be listened to. I imagine it is an album I would crank up and sing along with in my car after attending a funeral for a loved one. Dramatic, definately.
There is no link to this album in the library catalog just yet. I must listen to it a few more times before I bid it adieu and send it to be cataloged for you to check out. I'm sorry, but it is just that good. Look for it soon and love it like I do.
As Always,
I'll keep you posted...
Julie

Miss Jackson, if you're nasty!

Janet Jackson released her new album "Discipline" this week. Her voice has been "synthed-up" quite a bit, but it is worth giving a listen to. The single "Feedback" sounds like it will definately be a club hit, but the repetition of one word "sexy" in the song over and over just CRACKS ME UP! The way her synthed voice says "sexy" reminds me of a girl who got teased mercilessly in my elementary school for her lisp. Janet's singing of the word "sexy" sounds like her tongue is rolled up in her mouth and it creates the most awful sounding lisp--not that there is anything wrong with people who lisp, mind you, but the word "sexy" is anything but when it is sung that way. Listen to it on Janet's MySpace page and see if you agree with me.
There are many solid tracks on the album, including "The 1" with Missy Elliott, and "So Much Betta" which are perfect to listen to when getting ready for a night out with the girls.
"Discipline" has got a little something for everyone, some slow jams, club hits and bizarre musings with Keoko. Curiousity killed the cat, but give "Discipline" a listen, you won't be disappointed.
As Always,
I'll keep ya posted...
Julie

Super Petty!

I went through a Tom Petty phase a few years back, and last night's Superbowl performance was such a nice flashback for me. I must admit I cranked up our surround sound and danced around the living room while "American Girl" was playing. My four-year-old daughter wanted the music louder and she got up and danced, too.
One word describes Petty's performance last night--solid. The thing I love about Tom Petty is that he doesn't need any back-up. You could put Petty in a room with a guitar and he would sound just as great as he does up on stage. You don't need all the flash and glam modern performers tend to rely on. He is just good old school rock-n-roll. No worries about any wardrobe malfunctions with a guy like Petty.
Last night's track list:
American Girl
I Won't Back Down
Free Fallin'
Runnin' Down a Dream
Petty's performance last night makes me want to relive my college days and go see him in concert again. The best seats in the house for his upcoming July show at the United Center are only $100--so tempting...might even have to pack up my four-year-old and take her with me!
Soccermom? Nah, I like "Rockermom" better!
As always,
I'll keep you posted...