Ok, so I heard of this idea by reading another blog. I was looking up a picture of Sondre Lerche to paint at the time.
Hmmm...my musical crushes. Okay, have one.
His name is Paolo Nutini. Super-talented Scottish singer with major folk, soul, jazz influence in his music, from his song "Jenny Don't Be Hasty", "Loving You", to "Coming Up Easy" and "Candy." Also a cutie, who can play guitar and sing with a young raspy voice that makes me melt. Paolo can sing fantastically live, and puts on a great show...crooning passionately about former loves. His long shaggy hair, sweet voice, amazing smile. And his lyrics are filled with phrases girls want to hear, and therefore we love him. Happily.With a little girlish grin on our faces.
On to my next crush,
Now, he may be older *cough, cough* but I love his younger self. The one and only Tom Waits. And I love him now, even in his old age.
He is amazing, a genius. That kind of eccentric genius, that people who understand his "madness", that I don't even consider madness...I see it as pushing creative boundaries. I heart his raspy voice, from the younger days to his voice now. I have a "thing" for those raspy singers. They have something special to their voice, even with some whiskey, bourbon, cigarette soiled voices. Ya, I know they say that's terrible for your singing voice, but I love it. My next crush reminds me of the younger years of Tom, with his lyrics that seem so sweet, romantic but if you really, really listen you realize they are really sarcastic. Pay attention."Late Night Evening Prostitute" is the example (off The Early Years :Volume 1). I love everything he's ever done, and will go on loving him till the day I die. Every time I talk to people in the art industries, if I mention his name it seems like I have instant respect from those people and I am in their "club". And yet when I talk to my friends, they are either freaked out by him or they don't know who he is and ignores this master of music. Everything he does inspires me, from his circus poetry, spoken word, instrumental, anything. He can scare me, make me cry, wish I lived in the 40's and was in Fellini films. He makes me love more things. Mike Patton. Ya, thought it was Tom. Ya, this guy is amazing. And I heard of this legend on
Gilmore Girls, and then when watching a rock ballad compilation cd heard his name,
when it was John Waite. I'm glad my hearing is bad at 4am. Yup, I love him. *Crossing fingers* hope there is a younger version of him out there.
Sondre. Lerche. Sondre Lerche. My friend introduced me to him, told me I must listen to him. Said he was "pop", (generally doesn't excite me...now rock, experimental, folk, alternative= yes) but really he was folky, acoustic pop, and crooner. His lyrics are simple in nature, and so hilarious if you listen hard. Super cute, hilarious. His voice is fantastic, and he can hit those high notes magically. Simply playing a guitar with hopeful lyrics. I love it. Every song I hear, I love every word. Buying "Heartbeat Radio" tomorrow. Oh ya, he's Norwegian. Gotta love the Scandinavian sound. They know how to do music, or at least everything I've heard is great. (Ida Maria, Sigor Ros, Bjork)
Next musical crush. Easy. Bob Dylan. Complete rebel and he does not even care. Still legendary, and was "mover-shakers" in the music industry. I've read his autobiography, and am a collector of any book relating to
the Bob Dylan. Almost done with
Tarantula, trippy and amazing. Supposively resembles the 60's and if you want to know, it does. :) He is revered by everyone, and I love his lyrical talent. Saw him live. Wished the instruments amps were turned down so I could hear his nasaly, amazing voice. I make sure everytime I see a troubador I give them respect, I think of Tom Waits and Bob everytime. Support them! If you dont, they will haunt you. LOL I love them both, and it's difficult to type out how much they have impacted me.
One more, that I can think of off the top of my head. That would be the amazing idealist punk rocker. Joe Strummer. I love The Clash, they are one of the few bands who actually have something to say, and to say to everyone. Their songs mean something, and have stood the test of time. Punk rock is something more than just an outword rebellion, it's a movement. Not just teenage angst. At least that's what old school punk rock was about. Joe taught me that punks and hippies essencially wanted the same things, a better world. Agreement. Unity. No government. Ya, they rebelled using their hair, (and yes a reference to
Hair: The Musical) is fine, in the 60's and 70's it was growing it long, early 80's brightly colored mohawks. I'm good with either. He has inspired me so much, from the lyrics that make you think and create an impact to the amazing style they had. All the musicians in that band all had their own style and all collaborated to create a new sound. Fantastic.
Another one while I'm thinking about it. I got into his music kind of recently, and can't get over his talent. Mike Patton, of Faith No More, Mr. Bungle, etc. He does many projects, he's worked with Bjork, creating some sound patterns for her mix for "Mouth's Cradle" and "Who is it?" All amazing, I loved those songs before I even knew he worked on them. He pushes what the human voice and recording equipment together can do. Mike also makes the sound effects for video games. I've listened to Mr. Bungle's
California so many times. He is a genius. Because of Tom Waits I think Mike Patton is amazing. I thank you. His music is so different, in a jaw-dropping kind of way. Either you get or you don't. Just a warning.
Well that concludes my musical crushes. Probably about 10 more if I think harder. I'll hopefully post some more lists...film crushes (directors), (actors), then literary crushes, artist crushes. Ya, I need to write more. Ta-ta for now. Hope you enjoy!
*Random thought: Is it just me or do the musical artists similar? haha
It's been on recommended lists, and I've heard about Fellini everywhere, but never had seen it. This a film about how directors make a film. Simple as that, yet Frederico Fellini can make it so complex, and beautiful. Making shots that should not been able to do, done. Less technical equipment and makes it look stunning, with imagery that is unmistakeably Fellini. The Italian subtitles become nothing as watching it. Seeing this has made me rethink my whole "All-Time Favorites" list. His style also reminds me a little of the artistry of Tim Burton films. Maybe it's just me, with the bold black and white exposure, characters, except real people. (Exception: Ed Wood), see if you haven't. About the world's worst director, and Johnny Depp is amazing, and hilarious. It's now likely to change, and this is the first Fellini film I've seen. I'm going to be watching La Strada, anyday now. Then La Dolce Vida, can't wait. If this was as amazing as it is, then I can't wait. I will also go through his more obscure films. He made this film in the early 60's and it shows in the costumes and hair, but other than that, this movie is timeless. Some of the pictures he shows, are very confusing, and hard to understand. I'm still figuring it all out, and I like that. He leaves things to the imagination. Amazing. The scenes are also very visually psychological, and we kind of see what is in this man's head. It is beautifully filmed, and something that has Fellini named as a "Film Genius", and is pure, amazing, film. It's effing beautiful. See it if you haven't. If you haven't, I will force you after I own it. Next film to own.
They are born and raised in the US, but they have never had the culture shock until they go to India as a family, and he sees the Taj Mahal. He grows up always having to deal with his name, and he learns many lessons throughout his life. I am in dire need to read this book that it is based on, most of the time the books are better, and this was pretty dang good.
He is super-talented, dashingly good looking, complete rebel, and amazingly gifted in the arts. He succeeded in the movie industry, with only showing three films in his short career. That's unheard of today. He worked on projects he wanted to, and created films on the side. He first learned how to act on stage, but then it transformed into his film career. His work also can also relate to many generations, which not every actor can say they have done. Everyone is still trying to figure out his death, his future in acting, his mystique, and every little detail of his life. And he died over fiftey years ago. He'd be almost 80 if he was still alive. He will always be remembered, and I truly love your work. Your a major inspiration, and I can't answer why, it just is.
Part model, part actor. The first film I saw him in was Paris Je T'aime in the Le Marsaile district with the fantastic Gus Van Sant directing. Then I saw A Very Long Engagement, especially with a love of Jean's film Amelie. I loved his 5 and a half minutes soliloquy in Paris, I Love You, and was obsessed ever since. Still need to see the rest of his films, he is just that kind of actor. You love him and will see everything, including the crappy movies too. He is known to be a shy guy, and dreams of being a director, with amazing taste in directors and actors. Which only makes him even more appealing to girls like me. *a girlish grin and laughter ensue this actors name...
From his role in The Emporer's Club, to his talented job in Into the Wild. Seeing Lords of Dogtown, Milk, and Alpha Dog all helped me see his huge gift he has. He can play any character, from a gay rights activist, to a wannabe-gangster, to a man living in the wild because he wants to, to a young prep school kid, to a skateboarder. Not every mid-20's American actor can say that. I love every work I've seen.He has also said he will never do a teen comedy. I applaud you, Emile. Insert group of people clapping their hands. Great acting, can't wait to see more!
peaking, and his taking of four hallucinogens at once and writing. Crazy dude, but I've learned I love those crazy people in this world. They do something, whether the world likes it or not. Well, Jack Kerouac. In my top ten writers, his love of the open road, experiencing everything, truly writing the reality of the craziness of the Beat time. I adore every word, even the awkward part
s. Here's the list of his amazing talent I've read: On the Road (personal favorite), The Subterraneans, half of Dharma Bums, And the Hippos were Boiled in their Tanks (with Burroughs). He's amazingly talented, and will read more of his literary genius. He also wrote some of my favorite quotes, "a circle in square peg"...well, I've learned I am one. :)
s to rebel, but with Thoughtpolice he can never even consider it, it's a creepy reality. It makes me interested in government and politics, and question everything, everything the media says. Could the world ever decline this bad? You never know, so fight for your opinions. Don't stay quiet. I had to read "Animal Farm" for school, and thought it was okay. But as growing up I've realized how influential that story is. "Everyone's equal except some are more equal than others"...that's what I'm talking about. Willis. lol
Hmmm..other favorite works of literature, my stand-bys. Oh, Fight Club. One of my favorite movies (and I'm a girl)...I don't really care if other girls don't understand it. I do and it means something to me. It's more than just Tyler Durden and "Jack" having their butts whooped, and beating the crap out of each other. It's a social commentary, and satire. I love this book, film.
I recommend it to all. Watch movie first, or read first. I really don't care. I see it as a modern definition of man, and how we should run our lives. Amazing. Chuch Palahniunk is an amazing writer. I read over half the book during exam week. And I'm a relatively slow reader. Let that be known. He always writes about stories that interest me, low-life people with the seediest behavior, or something completely random. Probably Tom Waits influence again, and if you are a Tom fan, they play "Goin' Out West" in Fight Club, right before the rules. Amazing song.
