music & lyrics

Next on the music review will be the first soundtrack I've talked about.  Now this particular soundtrack encompasses, for many of us, the pop culture of our childhoods. Of course I'm talking about Music and Lyrics.  The fantastic story of an 80's has-been re-surfacing in the music industry and realizing he can no longer live off his former glories.  The best song on the album is, without a doubt, Pop! Goes My Heart.  I've taken it a step further this time, not only can you hear the song, but you can watch the music video.  So sit back, relax, think about spandex & crimped hair, and enjoy Pop! Goes My Heart.

yael's new soul

To be honest, I don't know a whole lot about this next artist, except she is a French-Israeli singer and her song "New Soul" is the delightful music on Apple's new commercial for the Macbook Air.  Yael Naim is her name and her debut self-titled album obviously got the attention of the people at Apple. I've listened to her album and, all in all, it's a nice bit a music. The single from the album,  "New Soul", is the kind of song you can listen to over and over again, and it makes you happier every time you hear it.  You can check it out in meg's music treats.

sondre who?

The Norwegian singer, guitarist, and songwriter, Sondre Lerche, is our next musician up for review.  It's obvious that Lerche has an appreciation for eclectic music styles.  I first stumbled upon him when I saw "Dan In Real Life".  He did the soundtrack for the movie and it is a refreshing breath of air.  Light-hearted listening, upbeat themes, and catchy lyrics are characteristics that all of Sondre's songs possess.  He has five full length albums out and all are enticing and unique.  Duper Sessions definitely has more of a jazzy feel to it, but certainly doesn't disappoint.  Among my favorite songs are: Human Hands, Modern Nature, Everyone's Rooting For You, and his fantastic cover of Let My Love Open The Door.  

jack attack

Our next artist is the Hawaiian grown Jack Johnson. I've decided to pick Jack due to the fact that he released a new album today entitled, "Sleep Through The Static". This is his fifth full length album and he has certainly kept with the mellow acoustic grooves and laid back approach that has won so many listeners. Jack Johnson produces feel good music. Period. His lazy harmonies and acoustical twitching draws you in and evokes a happy, peaceful sense that fills you up, but always leaves you wanting more.