GAME ON!!! I am an really competitive person. I can remember playing Tetris with Hanssie when we were dating and she would always be SO cocky and arrogant when she won...I would have to destroy her for a few days, just to keep her in check (we ultimately stopped playing video games together, for obvious reasons). Anyway, a few friends of mine have begun a competition to see who can develop the best habits.
A very brief overview of the game is this, we get points for consuming under our 'goal' for calories, for sleeping 7 hours a day (my biggest area of weakness), for drinking 3 liters of water a day, for developing a good habit, for stopping a bad habit and for communicating with the people in the game. There is also an overall goal that if you are tracking every week, you get a bonus. This is my motivation for working out the past few weeks. And I have found it very hard to get this 20 minute workout in every day. So, I have resorted to taking runs with Bentley after dark.
Anyway, here is my game on work out list. I will warn you this is not a random shuffle. I put 6 CDs on my iPod and am random shuffling through those 6 CDs. The CDs are:
The Band Perry by The Band Perry
Hemingway's Whiskey by Kenny Chesney
Charleston, SC 1966 by Darius Rucker
Speak Now by Taylor Swift
The Incredible Machine by Sugarland
My Kinda Party by Jason Aldean
1. Postcard From Paris The Band Perry
The is my favorite cut from this CD (I don't know why I even said that, my favorite is definitely bound to change). I can't put my finger on why I like this band. Maybe their music just resonates with me. Whatever it is, this CD is in my car and it is on all the time. Well, besides the Jason Aldean CD...
2. Hip to My Heart The Band Perry
The first release off the CD, it is ok!
3. Every Girl Like Me Sugarland
I really like Sugarland, but I am not feeling this CD yet. I listened to Love on the Inside and I was sold on 10 of the records. This CD has been slow to catch my attention. Having said that, I like this song.
4. I Got Nothin' Darius Rucker
I was cleaning the car one day and decided to give this CD a real good listening to. I need that one song to hook me, and Darius had that song Let Her Cry from his Hootie days (a special live version is on this CD). Anyway, that got me and I have been hooked on Charleston ever since. His first CD was really good and this one is a good follow up. Although, I don't think there are as many hits in this group (listen to me drawing conclusions like I am a music critic...and I am not through apparently).
5. Better Than Revenge Taylor Swift
Playing Tim McGraw to Tim McGraw a few years ago was priceless. I loved how raw and innocent she was. I liked Taylor Swift, I loved Fearless, I am torn on Speak Now. What I am certain about? I don't like this song. As a cute 16 year old, the bitterness and vindictiveness is a little more tolerable (I mean, not for my daughter, but for her), but as a 20 year old trying to be an adult...try being better at singing!
6. Seven Days Kenny Chesney
I like Boys of Fall, but this is the song that hooked me on the CD...the jury is still out on the rest of the disc!
7. Just Passing Through Jason Aldean
The more I hear Jason, the more I like him. I really wanted to see him last year at a festival in Lake Elsinore, but somehow missed the show. I don't think he comes out this far west often...
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Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Jukebox XIII
So, April is an exciting time of year. Baseball is just getting under way (which means it is going to be more and more difficult to find free evenings with the Dodgers season starting). The time change is becoming more and more evident. The NBA playoffs are getting close (I am bored with the regular season, no wonder the Lakers look bored). Summer is getting close, which means that I need to get back out and run a lot more....
So here is my first Jukebox for the Spring of '10.
1. What'cha Say Jason Derulo
I don't have a good reason for liking this song. It is the third verse that gets me every time. Side note...when I found out that Kara DioGuardi from American Idol discovered Jason, and that she is a VP at Warner Bros records (or something like that) it made me want to hear her critiques more.
2. Bedrock Young Money
I love this line..."I love your sushi rolls hotter then wasabi, I race for your love shake-n-bake, Ricky Bobby". I am becoming a fan of Drake...
3. The Man I Want to Be Chris Young
I am constantly trying to become the man that I want to be. I love this song...Chris is one of my favorites.
4. The Truth Jason Aldean
I was hooked on Jason with songs like Johnny Cash, Laugh Until We Cried, Why, She's Country, Amarillo Sky...but this song is legit. Jason is really good. We considered paying $1,000 to go to Stagecoach in Indio this month just to see him...cause there really isn't anyone else in the lineup we want to see (besides Sugarland).
Sidenote...we were driving and Kenny Chesney came on the radio, Mac said, "I like Kenny Chesney, but my favorite is Jason Aldean". I had mixed feelings. I want her to like Kenny (which she assured me that she does), but I was also happy that she made her own decision.
5. Imma Be Blackeyed Peas
The Blackeyed Peas are weird and I completely DIG that. Fergie saying, "Imma be shakin my hips, your gonna be lickin your lips"...awesome.
6. Clothes Off Gym Class Heroes
So, this song is just fun. Every time I hear the line, "Oh I'm sorry, my name is Travee and I'm pretty much a big deal. Oh, you've never heard of me, that sounds absurd to me" it reminds me of Hanssie.
7. The Only Difference Between Marytrdom and Suicide is Press Coverage Panic! at the Disco
We were at some friends house for New Year's a few years ago and Panic! performed at one of the New Year's shows and I was completely unimpressed. They cross dress, they wear makeup...they are absolutely insane (you know Lady Gaga meets Keisha meets Queen). Having said that...their music is hypnotic...their music has a good groove to it. I don't know the genre of their music, I just know that when I am running...the time flies by when I am listening to their CD.
8. Empire State of Mind Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys
My favorite song. I could listen to this song over and over again. I can hear this song played at the end of every New York sporting event for the next 20 years...this some is timeless and epic. Jay-Z's performance at the Grammy's was amazing. Blueprint 3 is great! He is the new Sinatra!
"I made the Yankee hat more famous than a Yankee can"
"Sitting court side Knicks and Nets give me high five"
"If Jeezy's payin LeBron, I'm payin Dwyane Wade"
Classic!! We need a new California anthem...now!!!
What's coming this week...
1.) What's wrong with basketball?
2.) Why NOW is the best time to buy a house?
3.) A big change in my life!!!!
So here is my first Jukebox for the Spring of '10.
1. What'cha Say Jason Derulo
I don't have a good reason for liking this song. It is the third verse that gets me every time. Side note...when I found out that Kara DioGuardi from American Idol discovered Jason, and that she is a VP at Warner Bros records (or something like that) it made me want to hear her critiques more.
2. Bedrock Young Money
I love this line..."I love your sushi rolls hotter then wasabi, I race for your love shake-n-bake, Ricky Bobby". I am becoming a fan of Drake...
3. The Man I Want to Be Chris Young
I am constantly trying to become the man that I want to be. I love this song...Chris is one of my favorites.
4. The Truth Jason Aldean
I was hooked on Jason with songs like Johnny Cash, Laugh Until We Cried, Why, She's Country, Amarillo Sky...but this song is legit. Jason is really good. We considered paying $1,000 to go to Stagecoach in Indio this month just to see him...cause there really isn't anyone else in the lineup we want to see (besides Sugarland).
Sidenote...we were driving and Kenny Chesney came on the radio, Mac said, "I like Kenny Chesney, but my favorite is Jason Aldean". I had mixed feelings. I want her to like Kenny (which she assured me that she does), but I was also happy that she made her own decision.
5. Imma Be Blackeyed Peas
The Blackeyed Peas are weird and I completely DIG that. Fergie saying, "Imma be shakin my hips, your gonna be lickin your lips"...awesome.
6. Clothes Off Gym Class Heroes
So, this song is just fun. Every time I hear the line, "Oh I'm sorry, my name is Travee and I'm pretty much a big deal. Oh, you've never heard of me, that sounds absurd to me" it reminds me of Hanssie.
7. The Only Difference Between Marytrdom and Suicide is Press Coverage Panic! at the Disco
We were at some friends house for New Year's a few years ago and Panic! performed at one of the New Year's shows and I was completely unimpressed. They cross dress, they wear makeup...they are absolutely insane (you know Lady Gaga meets Keisha meets Queen). Having said that...their music is hypnotic...their music has a good groove to it. I don't know the genre of their music, I just know that when I am running...the time flies by when I am listening to their CD.
8. Empire State of Mind Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys
My favorite song. I could listen to this song over and over again. I can hear this song played at the end of every New York sporting event for the next 20 years...this some is timeless and epic. Jay-Z's performance at the Grammy's was amazing. Blueprint 3 is great! He is the new Sinatra!
"I made the Yankee hat more famous than a Yankee can"
"Sitting court side Knicks and Nets give me high five"
"If Jeezy's payin LeBron, I'm payin Dwyane Wade"
Classic!! We need a new California anthem...now!!!
What's coming this week...
1.) What's wrong with basketball?
2.) Why NOW is the best time to buy a house?
3.) A big change in my life!!!!
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Jukebox X
I was driving from one house to another on a hot day in Moreno Valley, CA last week. When my client asked what kind of music I listen to...2 interesting things about this, 1.) clients usually never want to travel in the same vehicle (so, having a client in the car is different) and 2.) asking me what kind of music I listen to can be dangerous. My iPhone is all over the place - as far as genres. Here are the first 10 songs my iPhone spits out on shuffle:
1.) Clothes Off Gym Class Heroes - Punk
2.) I Can't Go There (Acoustic) Kenny Chesney - Country
3.) Paradise City Guns 'N Roses - 80's Rock
4.) The Best of Me Jason Aldean - Country
5.) Don't Think I Don't Think About it Darius Rucker - Country
6.) Every Day Rascal Flatts - Country
7.) Be Like That 3 Doors Down - Alternative
8.) Eastside Snoop Dogg - Rap
9.) How Far Do You Wanna Go? Gloriana - Country
10.) Cry For You Jodeci - R&B
However, the type of music I listen to varies depending on the situation in my life. For example, if you happen to be in my car on Monday night between 6:45pm and 7:15pm there is a good chance you will hear You Don't Hear Me Tho' Rodney O and Joe Cooley or Goin' Back to Cali Notorious B.I.G (Puff Daddy).
By I digress, my client asked me my favorite type of music. The answer is Kenny Chesney. His music resonates with me. His lyrics are amazing and his voice is dope. Aside from Kenny Chesney...I listen to a lot of country. I like music that tells a story (I have no idea what Boom Boom Pow means...or is about, beyond a nice beat...and a catchy chorus).
So here goes my current playlist...
1.) Out Last Night Kenny Chesney
I had to start here...he is the best.
2.) Small Town USA Justin Moore
It seems like all country music singers are really proud of where the come from. Justin just makes small town life seem SO appealing.
3.) You're Not Sorry Taylor Swift
I was surprised to find out that Taylor has sold the most albums since the beginning of 2008 - 4 million and counting. Reminds me of a Chris Rock joke - he said, "the Spice Girls are just like crack, everybody is doing it and no one will admit it."
4.) American Ride Toby Keith
why buy a gallon, it's cheaper by the barrel...
spill a cup of coffee, make a million dollars
PRICELESS!
5.) L.A.X. Files The Game
One of my favorite movies growing up was Menace to Society. A great movie about growing up in the South Central LA...this song completely reminds me of that movie (not just because of the million references).
6.) Do I Luke Bryan
I like sappy...introspective love songs. I know, I know!
7.) Big Green Tractor Jason Aldean
Everytime a Jason Aldean song comes on the radio, Mac gets very excited and says, "Baba, your favorite is on". I like Aldean a lot.
8.) Animal Def Leppard
When I jump in the car, I shuffle my iPhone and this song comes on within 8 songs EVERYTIME! It brings back memories of driving to Sequoia National Forest with my family growing up. It reminds me of the music that my sister and brother listened to when I was growing up. Anyway, a tape player in the back seat of the stationwagon listening to Hysteria. I think my parents had banned that tape in our house. I was real good at following rules.
FYI - no one needs their child to get sick as they are finishing a blog post!
1.) Clothes Off Gym Class Heroes - Punk
2.) I Can't Go There (Acoustic) Kenny Chesney - Country
3.) Paradise City Guns 'N Roses - 80's Rock
4.) The Best of Me Jason Aldean - Country
5.) Don't Think I Don't Think About it Darius Rucker - Country
6.) Every Day Rascal Flatts - Country
7.) Be Like That 3 Doors Down - Alternative
8.) Eastside Snoop Dogg - Rap
9.) How Far Do You Wanna Go? Gloriana - Country
10.) Cry For You Jodeci - R&B
However, the type of music I listen to varies depending on the situation in my life. For example, if you happen to be in my car on Monday night between 6:45pm and 7:15pm there is a good chance you will hear You Don't Hear Me Tho' Rodney O and Joe Cooley or Goin' Back to Cali Notorious B.I.G (Puff Daddy).
By I digress, my client asked me my favorite type of music. The answer is Kenny Chesney. His music resonates with me. His lyrics are amazing and his voice is dope. Aside from Kenny Chesney...I listen to a lot of country. I like music that tells a story (I have no idea what Boom Boom Pow means...or is about, beyond a nice beat...and a catchy chorus).
So here goes my current playlist...
1.) Out Last Night Kenny Chesney
I had to start here...he is the best.
2.) Small Town USA Justin Moore
It seems like all country music singers are really proud of where the come from. Justin just makes small town life seem SO appealing.
3.) You're Not Sorry Taylor Swift
I was surprised to find out that Taylor has sold the most albums since the beginning of 2008 - 4 million and counting. Reminds me of a Chris Rock joke - he said, "the Spice Girls are just like crack, everybody is doing it and no one will admit it."
4.) American Ride Toby Keith
why buy a gallon, it's cheaper by the barrel...
spill a cup of coffee, make a million dollars
PRICELESS!
5.) L.A.X. Files The Game
One of my favorite movies growing up was Menace to Society. A great movie about growing up in the South Central LA...this song completely reminds me of that movie (not just because of the million references).
6.) Do I Luke Bryan
I like sappy...introspective love songs. I know, I know!
7.) Big Green Tractor Jason Aldean
Everytime a Jason Aldean song comes on the radio, Mac gets very excited and says, "Baba, your favorite is on". I like Aldean a lot.
8.) Animal Def Leppard
When I jump in the car, I shuffle my iPhone and this song comes on within 8 songs EVERYTIME! It brings back memories of driving to Sequoia National Forest with my family growing up. It reminds me of the music that my sister and brother listened to when I was growing up. Anyway, a tape player in the back seat of the stationwagon listening to Hysteria. I think my parents had banned that tape in our house. I was real good at following rules.
FYI - no one needs their child to get sick as they are finishing a blog post!
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Jukebox VII
I have added a few songs to my iPhone this week. I broke down and got the Darius Rucker CD - it is just ok. I downloaded Flo Rida's hit Right Round after his performance on American Idol. I finally ripped my Alabama CDs - these guys are amazing. Anyway, a few of these songs made it into my Jukebox this week.
1. Right Round - Flo Rida
Ok, I have no idea what he is saying, BUT using the Puff Daddy way of remixing songs that were popular is ingenius. Every one knows You Spin Me Round (Like a Record) by Dead or Alive, therefore, Flo's song already has mass appeal. Don't hate on him P. Diddy made an entire empire based on this strategy.
2. 'N Dey Say - Nelly
I am all about the hip hop this week - and I am all about the songs that bite off others songs. Nelly borrowed a little from Spandau Ballet's True for this song...no idea why it wasn't a bigger hit in America - I love it.
3. Here Comes Goodbye - Rascal Flatts
Chris Sligh co-wrote this song for RF - he was on American Idol a few seasons ago. The song is awesome...
4. The Long Goodbye - Brooks & Dunn
I know they say if you love somebody you should set them free, but it sure is hard to do, it sure is hard to do. I know they say if they don't come back again then it's meant to be, those words don't pull me through. Cause I'm still in love with you. I spend each day here waiting for a miracle, but it's just you and me goin' through the mill, climbin' up a hill.
5. Amarillo Sky - Jason Aldean
I am becoming a huge fan of Jason Aldean. I have heard a lot of his songs, but She's Country really stuck with me...which caused me to give him another look...and I really like his music.
6. White Horse - Taylor Swift
I have reason why I like this song...maybe because I like ballads, maybe because I like songs full of emotion...and most of her songs are bubbling with emotion. Oh, don't look at me like that for liking Taylor Swift...her concert at Staples Center sold out in less than 60 seconds. I am not the only one who likes her. I may be the only male over 30...man that sucks!
7. I Get Around - Tupac Shakur
Songs remind me of places and times...and this song is high school with my buddy Daniel. I think this song came out right after 'Pac left Digital Underground...anyway...the song is tight. Oh, and I had to butch this post up a bit after #6.
8. It's Not Over - Daughtry
I have no idea how - holy cow I can't remember the guys name - won American Idol. [He was the old guy with gray hair...somehow beat Katharine McPhee...ahhhh, when I used to like AI...I digress] Daughtry was clearly the best singer from that season...which also featured Chicken Little (the kid who looked like the cartoon). Oh, also Kellie Pickler and Bucky Covington (both of whom have had moderate success since Idol - PS...Kellie attaching to Taylor Swift was a stroke a genius...not necessarily for Taylor, but definitely for Kellie). I still remember Chris rocking out to Bon Jovi early in that season...and thinking this guy is awesome. My second favorite Idol performance of all time...only behind that beat boxing guy. I should really google this stuff before I post...but I won't.
NEW REPO LISTS WILL BE POSTED TOMORROW!!!!
1. Right Round - Flo Rida
Ok, I have no idea what he is saying, BUT using the Puff Daddy way of remixing songs that were popular is ingenius. Every one knows You Spin Me Round (Like a Record) by Dead or Alive, therefore, Flo's song already has mass appeal. Don't hate on him P. Diddy made an entire empire based on this strategy.
2. 'N Dey Say - Nelly
I am all about the hip hop this week - and I am all about the songs that bite off others songs. Nelly borrowed a little from Spandau Ballet's True for this song...no idea why it wasn't a bigger hit in America - I love it.
3. Here Comes Goodbye - Rascal Flatts
Chris Sligh co-wrote this song for RF - he was on American Idol a few seasons ago. The song is awesome...
4. The Long Goodbye - Brooks & Dunn
I know they say if you love somebody you should set them free, but it sure is hard to do, it sure is hard to do. I know they say if they don't come back again then it's meant to be, those words don't pull me through. Cause I'm still in love with you. I spend each day here waiting for a miracle, but it's just you and me goin' through the mill, climbin' up a hill.
5. Amarillo Sky - Jason Aldean
I am becoming a huge fan of Jason Aldean. I have heard a lot of his songs, but She's Country really stuck with me...which caused me to give him another look...and I really like his music.
6. White Horse - Taylor Swift
I have reason why I like this song...maybe because I like ballads, maybe because I like songs full of emotion...and most of her songs are bubbling with emotion. Oh, don't look at me like that for liking Taylor Swift...her concert at Staples Center sold out in less than 60 seconds. I am not the only one who likes her. I may be the only male over 30...man that sucks!
7. I Get Around - Tupac Shakur
Songs remind me of places and times...and this song is high school with my buddy Daniel. I think this song came out right after 'Pac left Digital Underground...anyway...the song is tight. Oh, and I had to butch this post up a bit after #6.
8. It's Not Over - Daughtry
I have no idea how - holy cow I can't remember the guys name - won American Idol. [He was the old guy with gray hair...somehow beat Katharine McPhee...ahhhh, when I used to like AI...I digress] Daughtry was clearly the best singer from that season...which also featured Chicken Little (the kid who looked like the cartoon). Oh, also Kellie Pickler and Bucky Covington (both of whom have had moderate success since Idol - PS...Kellie attaching to Taylor Swift was a stroke a genius...not necessarily for Taylor, but definitely for Kellie). I still remember Chris rocking out to Bon Jovi early in that season...and thinking this guy is awesome. My second favorite Idol performance of all time...only behind that beat boxing guy. I should really google this stuff before I post...but I won't.
NEW REPO LISTS WILL BE POSTED TOMORROW!!!!
Monday, March 9, 2009
Jukebox VI
It has been a while...I know that...and I realize that a couple of these songs are duplicates. The reason for repeating some of the songs is that they resonate with me. I am hung up on the James Taylor song and I have been getting back to my country roots.
1. Fire and Rain ~ James Taylor
I've seen fire and I've seen rain, I've seen sunny days that I thought would never end, I've seen lonely times when I could not find a friend, But I always thought that I'd see you again
I love the chorus...these lyrics speak to me!
2. She's Country ~ Jason Aldean
I am a big fan. This particular song is fun and I dig it.
3. Drift Away ~ Dobie Gray
Give me the beat, boys, and free my soul...I want to get lost in your rock n roll and drift away!
4. It Won't Be Like This For Long ~ Darius Rucker
I think I have written here in the past that I like Hootie and the Blowfish...in case you didn't know, Darius was the lead singer for Hootie. Anyway, I digress...I really like him as a solo artist and I really like his voice. Two songs...it might be time to pop for the CD.
5. Clothes Off ~ Gym Class Heroes
I have no idea what type of music this is...maybe rap, maybe punk...definitely a little bubblegum. Anyway...I like the song...it is catchy...and it has one hilarious line...
"Oh I'm sorry, my name is Travee and I'm pretty much a big deal, Oh, you've never heard of me, That sounds absurd to me"
6. Chicken Fried ~ Zac Brown Band
I know...there has to be one song that my daughter loves...and this one is it. Every time it comes on the radio she calls it "Chicken Fry"...she tries to find it on my phone...and I get to talk with her about her alphabet and spelling...see using an iPhone can be educational!
7. Piece of Me ~ Britney Spears
Ok, so I should have said that this was the song that Mac liked. Anyway...this song is a shout out to Cean - he was our wedding photographer and is a good friend of ours.
8. I Remember ~ Kenny Chesney
No jukebox post would be complete without a KC song. He is amazing...I can't wait until summer. We have not decided which concert to see (he is at Stagecoach in Indio - unfortunately the same weekend as the Festival of Books - the only day that I allow myself on the campus of UCLA, or in Vegas, or in San Francisco), either way...he puts on a great show...and this is a GREAT song!
1. Fire and Rain ~ James Taylor
I've seen fire and I've seen rain, I've seen sunny days that I thought would never end, I've seen lonely times when I could not find a friend, But I always thought that I'd see you again
I love the chorus...these lyrics speak to me!
2. She's Country ~ Jason Aldean
I am a big fan. This particular song is fun and I dig it.
3. Drift Away ~ Dobie Gray
Give me the beat, boys, and free my soul...I want to get lost in your rock n roll and drift away!
4. It Won't Be Like This For Long ~ Darius Rucker
I think I have written here in the past that I like Hootie and the Blowfish...in case you didn't know, Darius was the lead singer for Hootie. Anyway, I digress...I really like him as a solo artist and I really like his voice. Two songs...it might be time to pop for the CD.
5. Clothes Off ~ Gym Class Heroes
I have no idea what type of music this is...maybe rap, maybe punk...definitely a little bubblegum. Anyway...I like the song...it is catchy...and it has one hilarious line...
"Oh I'm sorry, my name is Travee and I'm pretty much a big deal, Oh, you've never heard of me, That sounds absurd to me"
6. Chicken Fried ~ Zac Brown Band
I know...there has to be one song that my daughter loves...and this one is it. Every time it comes on the radio she calls it "Chicken Fry"...she tries to find it on my phone...and I get to talk with her about her alphabet and spelling...see using an iPhone can be educational!
7. Piece of Me ~ Britney Spears
Ok, so I should have said that this was the song that Mac liked. Anyway...this song is a shout out to Cean - he was our wedding photographer and is a good friend of ours.
8. I Remember ~ Kenny Chesney
No jukebox post would be complete without a KC song. He is amazing...I can't wait until summer. We have not decided which concert to see (he is at Stagecoach in Indio - unfortunately the same weekend as the Festival of Books - the only day that I allow myself on the campus of UCLA, or in Vegas, or in San Francisco), either way...he puts on a great show...and this is a GREAT song!
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