1) "Down for the Count" by GirlTalk
I can't say enough fabulous things about GirlTalk. My brother Jimmy first introduced me to them and his (yes, GirlTalk is a he) latest album was available for a FREE download so I did and it has been on "replay" for the past few weeks on my ipod! It is meant to be listened to as one continuous track, so to talk about it individually is weird, but basically its probably the best 60+ minute mash up I have ever hear. Ever. get the album here
2) "It's My Party" by Amy Winehouse
This cover is part of a tribute album to Quincy Jones, legendary music producer. In all honesty, Amy Winehouse is not my fav - I liked "Rehab" but otherwise I am not that in to her so much. She does a good job on this song, but I think more because the style of song is her "style" so it really isn't that much of an effort (or accomplishment).
3) "Mr. Jones" by Counting Crows
ahhh Adam Duritz and the Counting Crows... HUGE band in the 90s, reminds me of high school and college, but mostly high school. I don't know anyone who doesn't like this song. Even if you aren't a big CC fan, you like this song - great lyrics, good groove, all around good tune. Great for driving with the windows down! This song also reminds me of homecoming dances in the gym-- when this song would come on, everyone would be out on the dancefloor, singing along, kinda dancing (it's not really a "dance" song) but having a great time!
4) "Intro" by Dave Matthews Band (Listeners Supported Live album)
It is hard to really comment on this "song" because it really isn't a song, but an intro to the night. I can tell you when I hear it , it makes me think of all the DMB concerts (all 13 and counting!) and how fantastic of a show they put on! its the best 2-3 hours spent, especially when you catch them at an outdoor venue... they may not do the whole pyrotechnics, but they put on one of the best live acts I have ever seen (and I have seen MANY "big" bands/artists).
5) "Give Me the Night" by Quincy Jones featuring Jamie Foxx
Another song off the tribute album to Quincy Jones. I almost didn't recognize this cover when I first heard it, its more techno than the originally. Again, I'm not the biggest fan of Jamie Foxx (altho I do love "Blame It (on the alcohol) - great song) and he's not on it much so I guess it really is a wash. There are other songs on this album I like a whole lot more so I'll save my words for when those pop up!
So that is it for today! I'll pick this back up Monday (I don't listen to my ipod much on weekends). Have a great weekend!!
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