Airwave Blog 2

Andre Agassi and his book, "Open"

2011-02-24T17:10:00.000-08:00

I seriously don't know where to begin. Andre Agassi to me was like watching God play tennis. And yet, listening to his voice in my head, and reading the words in the book made me want to kill him, love him and hate him. Kill him because he should have said something about his hate for tennis, love him because he was able to hide it well and hate him because he was just that good. Am I the only one that feels that way?

I've wanted to read this book since I read about how much he was hiding his "secret" from the world and from those who befriended him but man, I never expected him to be as yes, "Open" as he was. How could he have known, how could the rest of us know? Now, I am glad he was able to be honest about it, but there is still a part of me that says, "You should have said something?"

It's more likely the end?

2010-11-29T14:30:00.000-08:00

Greetings everyone.

I have to make a decision whether or not to continue with THIS blog because I haven't written a review in a long time. I think it's time, but I'm not sure what to do.

-Norma

To end or not end?

Long period of rest: But coming BACK soon

2010-07-20T11:30:00.000-07:00

A long period of much needed rest is the reason for the lack of posting of this blog. However, now that I am able and willing the blog will be updated with reviews and CDs and such. Please don't think I have forgotten.

Norma

Facing 30, it means it's 2010

2010-01-04T08:45:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone!

It's 2010! Amazing. Here is a recap of what I have been up to since I saw (or is that wrote?) you last: I have been laying low for some time and I was actually sad during Christmas Day. I was. It was because of my dog no longer being here. And, I am still looking for more Madonna shirts (when am I not?). And if you are keeping score out there, whoever you are, it's 41 and counting...I do mean counting.

In addition, I have been at the Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific too, so if you are nearby or plan to visit California come Saturdays and occasionally Sundays. I will be there. Besides, I am the main attraction. As I said before the break, I begin the spring semester on Feb. 8 at Los Angeles City College so I have some time between now and then to visit Hollywood, visit the stars of the Walk of Fame. In other words, my other life.

I hope that everything with you guys and bloggers and those of you who have left comments are well and your New Year's was amazing. And there is other news too. If you don't know my birthday is in April, April 27 to be exact and there will be things that I will be doing for my big 3-0. The first thing will be I will actually go to a bar...maybe in Hollywood. I want to experience that. I want to be out there to see an environment I have never been in. And I want to get drunk.

Can you believe that I'm actually thinking of something else? I am. I just can't tell you about that yet. I will have to show you in pictures. And no I'm not getting married. It's better than getting married, but I will only say I will be getting something...so get your head out of the gutter.

More Reviews. More CDs. Same Attitude.

2009-12-18T13:20:00.000-08:00

Look for 2010 Single and CD reviews from Norma. I apologize for not writing as much as I use to. I have been busying. But I promise that I will return with more reviews of everything. I hope to go to the theater, maybe a play or muiscal in 2010. I will keep you posted.

Thanx for reading,

Norma

Coming Soon: Upcoming CD Releases

2009-11-16T12:15:00.000-08:00

THIS WILL BE REVIEWED. My apologies for the loooooooooong delay. I have the fall semester end in sight. IF for some reason you want to know what I'm doing (or writing) I have been updating the Campus Correspondent Blog. But the semester is nearing its end and I will soon have time to update new CD releases and other stuff. Share a few surprise, thoughts, and opinion on matter...musically speaking.

A semester can drive a student crazy.

Norma

A Corina CD found after 17 years of looking

2009-10-09T13:15:00.000-07:00

I found a CD that I have been looking for 17 years. It's the 1991 self-titled debut album of Corina Katt Ayala. Better known as Corina, this was an artist that I was a fan of when the album and three songs were extremely popular. The music that she was known to do was called, "Freestyle Music" and yes, I even was into it. Having known about her through the radio station KIIS-FM back when former radio host Rick Dees was on the air. But the smash hit, "Temptation" was No. 1 on the radio. But trust me, it's an album that I purchased on cassette tape.

The three singles that were released where "Temptation," "Now That You're Now," and "Whispers." Now that I have the album, that I found at Hollywood's Amoeba Music Store I am overjoyed to have found it. I wanted to say something to the artist herself, if I may. In hearing the album in its entirely, I can't believe that I still remember the lyrics. The album that I purchased on cassette tape I had it for a while before I unfortunately ruin it. I kept looking for the next 17 years.

In know that Corina Katt Ayala has written more music but I would hope that she would return to the recording studio for a new album. I mean it's been 18 years since this album was released. Why not give fans like me and anyone else who remembers to do what you love. Create and make music. I have seen "Cradle Will Rock" but I know that in hearing this debut album music is key to life. So, if Grace Jones can return for a performance thne Corina should and hopefully will think of returning.

Norma Palacios
aka "forevermadonna"

Madonna's in the mood for a 'Celebration'

2009-10-01T15:45:00.000-07:00

Sorry for this late review of Madonna's Celebration album that was released on Tuesday, but I wanted to hear the album in its entirely before I did. Anyway, there is something to be said for the Queen of Pop's last studio album for Warner Bros. Records. There is something to be celebrated. A growing list of hits, and others that I wish were on it.

First, let me get to the songs that were included. Now why in the world would you edit the song, "Sorry?" AND I love the fact that you included "Justify My Love" because who else could read along the lyrics of that song. But over all I love this album that Madonna put out because she is the only other artist (besides the late King of Pop Michael Jackson) to ever have songs that mean a lot to fans and those fans that have made her famous.

Case in point, could you really see anyone else sing, "Like A Prayer" or "Cherish" or "Papa Don't Preach." Could you ever see anyone do a song that was tantalizing like, "Justify My Love" or "Erotica." AND who else could make line dancing hip when it was in the foreshadow in the song, "Don't Tell Me." Okay I won't. But there are songs that I wished that were included such as:

• "What It Feels like For a Girl"-I know the video for this was violent, (whatelse is new) but the song itself is appealing because of the line from the film, "The Cement Garden...

• "Angel"-Cute Madonna and even cutier lyrics...Madonna is so childlike.

• "This Used to be My Playground"-It was bad enough that it was NOT included in the soundtrack to "A League of Their Own" but you have to admit with any ballad Madonna turns it into her own.

To finish, Madonna will continue to be Madonna and we love her that way. Long live the Queen of Pop.

Rating: 5 out of 5

Coming: Madonna's Celebration album

2009-09-08T15:15:00.000-07:00

It will be released Sept. 29. Yes, that album by Madonna, coming soon to Airwave Blog and Airwave Blog 2...

Stay tuned...

Eminem disses Mariah Carey in song

2009-08-11T17:45:00.000-07:00

Rapper Eminem is never one to mince words and in his ongoing fued with singer Mariah Carey that is no exception. Eminem (born Marshall Mathers) talks openly about his affair with Carey, "Warning" from his album Relapse (Shady/Aftermath Records) and makes no secret that he did instead having a fling with her; to which Carey denies.

Eminem also says that he has pictures to prove that he did instead have a fling. And that I say, "MARIAH CAREY, ADMIT IT YOU DID HAVE THAT AFFAIR WITH EMINEM."

Funny song, because he calls her out and is not afraid.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Madonna feels it's time for a 'Celebration'

2009-07-31T10:30:00.000-07:00

For the last 27 years Madonna has proven herself as the Queen of Pop. And with the just leaked version of the upcoming single, "Celebration" that title is not going anyone. Yes, I just happen to listen to the version that will be released from the Greatest Hits and closing Warner Bros. Records album, Celebration and the title track is nothing short of brilliant.

Produced by the most famous and well known DJ Paul Oakenfold this title will make you dance from the beginning to end. Madonna, the ever evolving star is the woman who approaches someone she thinks she knows but doesn't because he has his clothes on, "Wanna dance/Yeah...What are you waiting for?"

But truth be told, Madonna has always had that instinct of what works and what does. The brilliance of Oakenfold. The DJ who has done numerous remixes for the 50-year-old star take her and keeps her in front of every other wanna singer who wants to be her. That is the appeal of Madonna, wanting to stay ahead and with this track that only proves her worth.

But I did have this question could and should Madonna work with Paul Oakenfold on her next album? I mean she worked with William Orbit, so why not?

Rating: 5 out of 5

A game of 'Chess' on DVD

2009-07-07T10:45:00.000-07:00

In listening to the Chess in Concert DVD starring Idina Menzel, Adam Pascal and Josh Groban, I have to say that the three of them make for some good music and acting no less. The concert recording that aired on PBS, Menzel and Pascal, co-stars of the wildly and insanely popular Jonathan Larson, RENT: The Musical are back together.

AND rightfully so. Who else (besides Madonna) can make for such beautiful looks at the music and the pipes to match. Menzel, also an actress, has her strong suit on with this musical. After all this is the same person who showed no fear in portraying Maureen Johnson. Yes, that same Johnson who showcased open and no fear of liberty, love and making a lesbian lovable.

All the same above to Pascal and Groban. The Russian never looked so good. Did I mention it aired on PBS?

Rating: 4 out of 5

Coming soon: Chess in Concert

2009-06-11T08:25:00.000-07:00

RENT co-star Indina Menzel and Adam Pascal have returned with singer Josh Groban. Here is a look at the album cover. Tony-winning actress Menzel and Tony nominated actor Pascal join for this production.

Coming soon...

Eminem returns with a 'Bottle' in hand

2009-05-15T13:30:00.000-07:00

After five years away from making music, Eminem (a.k.a. Marshall Mathers) has returned with the lead single, "Crack the Bottle" from the upcoming album, "Relapse" (Slim Shady/Aftermath Records) The man is known to be real, and bitchy and airing out his laundry, but with this song, there is a different feel and very person. Featuring Dr. Dre and 50 Cent, it's had a similar feel as every single, an introduction:

Ooww Ladies and gentlemen
The moment you’ve all been waiting for ..
In this corner : weighing 175 pounds,
with a record of 17 rapes, 400 assaults, and 4 murders,
the undisputed, most diabolic villain in the world :
Slim Shady!

So crack a bottle, let your body waddle.
Don’t act like a snobby model.
You just hit the lotto.
Uh-oh Uh-oh, bitches hopping in my Tahoe .
Got one riding shotgun and no not one of them got gloves
Now wheres the rubbers? Whose got the rubbers?
Seems like there’s so many of them
and there’s really not that many of us.
Ladies love us, my posses kicking up dust.
Its on till the break of dawn and were starting this party from dusk.

But Slim Shady is not afraid to tell it like it is. Eminem greatest quality is able to able to get the attention of everyone. He and album producer Dr. Dre are out there. And there is something else; Eminem hides nothing. And when bitch is use, he is not afraid to use it.

It shouldn't surprise anyone that this is Eminem...so what's so different from 1999 to now?

Rating: 4 out of 5

REVIEWS coming back Friday

2009-04-16T17:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone!

After a massive delay music reviews will return tomorrow, Friday, April 17. Look for them then

Thank you,

P.S. in the meantime check, Campus Correspondent blog

Norma

Reminder, check Campus Correspondent

2009-03-17T16:20:00.000-07:00

As I am preparing to return to writing more music review, please check the Campus Correspondent blog for continued updates. I WILL have more reviews, just college is calling, but I will be back.

Norma

A delay in writing

2009-02-26T07:40:00.000-08:00

Sorry for the late post. College is in session I will return to write reviews but at this moment my hands are tied. I know that all of you have been wondering what I have been doing. Please read update at Campus Correspondent and I will be back as soon as time permits.

Re-review of the 'Rent' soundtrack

2009-02-11T08:30:00.000-08:00

In 1996, I didn't know that "Rent" was going to be as big has it was. And now as re-review of the soundtrack from the Jonathan Larson production. I absolutely love this soundtrack.

Take from Puccini's La Boheme, Larson creates a world of his own with this and it all starts with Mark Cohen. That man, Anthony Rapp, can sing. Now, where's that album and Adam Pascal, do more albums. Listen to this album, and believe me you will love it too.

And the other reason I'm doing this again, and letting you to listen to it again, and again, and 100 times over again...

I'M GOING TO THE PANTAGES THEATRE ON MARCH 1, TO SEE THE BROADWAY TOUR OF "RENT"!!!!!

Which I will write about on my Campus Correspondent blog...(Check back soon)...

Rating: 5 out of 5 (baby!!!)

Airwave Blog Reviews to return Feb. 9

2009-01-21T17:35:00.000-08:00

Sorry for the delay, yet again. I have decided to hold off on any song and CD reviews until Feb. 9. It's a busy time for me, but I will return with full-length reviews and more. In the meantime, check out the Campus Correspondent blog for updates on what I'm doing.

Thanx,

N-dolla

Reviews will be posted soon.

2009-01-12T18:20:00.000-08:00

I know that I'm behind but I will post brand new CD and song review soon. Please be patient, for I am in the middle of a busy schedule.

Thanx,
Norma

Back for more of that Student Rush...

2009-01-03T14:05:00.000-08:00

Greetings everyone! Long time no speak. First: Let me say that it's great to be back with you in 2009, so how is it so far? I know that we are only a few days in but, I'm so excited. There is much to discuss, write, and bitch about that I don't know where to begin.

Well, as many of you know, there is a change of me going to Los Angeles City College and the spring semester starts Feb. 9, so I am very excited, new people, new blood and hopefully good results. But before I begin, I will say that I am back for another round of student rush at Cerritos College.

I am glad to do what I can, and hopefully make people laugh along the way. Its semester starts Jan. 12 and that will be hear before you know it. So, until the semester start at LACC, I will tell you what happens at the Cerritos bookstore until the first week of February. But until that time may you be reading, commenting, or laughing at what I write...or just press "next"...

Love to all,

Norma Palacios

P.S. More CD reviews coming...

Blog will be on HIATUS until 2009!

2008-12-18T09:00:00.000-08:00

Just to let you all know that I will be on HIATUS until January 2009. This last year I have been blogging less than before. I know that most of it had nothing to do with college life but my blog next year will have more to do with college life. Promise. So, just in case you don't hear from me don't worry I will be back...

Love to everyone who reads this...

N-dolla

Take That returns with a 'Circus' act

2008-12-12T11:45:00.000-08:00

Note: Look for a full review soon.

After successfully effecting one of the greatest pop comebacks in history, Take That release its fifth studio album, the second after its return.

Led, as ever, by the songwriting talents of svengali Gary Barlow, this release is similarly epic and romantic to its predecessor (2006's Beautiful World), with songs such as 'What Is Love', 'How Did It Come To This' and the single 'Greatest Day' standing out most.

Producer John Shanks (who worked with Michelle Branch and Jessica Harp of The Wreckers) returns for a second collaboration with the boys, repeating the success of his work with them on Beautiful World.

1. The Garden
2. Greatest Day
3. Hello
4. Said It All
5. Julie
6. The Circus
7. How Did It Come To This
8. Up All Night
9. What Is Love
10. You
11. Hold Up A Light

Nickelback's 'Dark Horse'

2008-12-01T09:25:00.000-08:00

Nickelback have established themselves as one of the biggest rock bands in the world. With more than 26 million albums sold worldwide they have made their mark in rock and roll history.

Their new album, 'Dark Horse', is one of the most anticipated releases this year. The band brought in legendary producer Mutt Lange to produce the record with Nickelback and longtime collaborator Joey Moi.

1. Something In Your Mouth
2. Burn It To The Ground
3. Gotta Be Somebody
4. I'd Come For You
5. Next Go Round
6. Just To Get High
7. Never Gonna Be Alone
8. Shakin' Hands
9. S.E.X.
10. If Today Was Your Last Day
11. This Afternoon

Rating: 4 out of 5

Idol's Cook has potential on album

2008-11-19T08:10:00.000-08:00

After winning FOX's American Idol's for his rocker style look and voice David Cook's self-titled debut (RCA Records) is out and here is the honest thing that I can say about it. I actually like the album.

Cook who along with Chris Cornell, Brian Howes and Cathy Dennis co-wrote nine songs from his debut Cook's voice has not lost its muster to have a growing potential of fans loving him (see, the Good Morning America performance?).

The first single "Light On" was co-written by one of rock music's most influential innovators, Chris Cornell, lead singer and songwriter for Soundgarden and Audioslave, and acclaimed producer/songwriter Brian Howes, who has worked with superstar rock bands such as Hinder and Puddle of Mudd.

But it was the track, "Time of My Life that gave Cook that edge and ultimate title of future star. However, I do beg to differ on the thing that seperate Cook from say, someone like, former Idol contestant Chris Daughtry, and that is the charisma that it takes for people to notice you for longer periods of time. What I mean it, Cook had that grunge look of a rocker, Daughtry was that rocker.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Upcoming CD Releases...

2008-11-14T10:00:00.000-08:00

Produced by Grammy winning Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Kid Rock), David Cook is a quality album full with radio hits.

Cook co-wrote nine songs from his debut, along with songwriters like Chris Cornell, Brian Howes & Cathy Dennis. The first single "Light On" was co-written by one of rock music's most influential innovators, Chris Cornell, lead singer and songwriter for Soundgarden and Audioslave, and acclaimed producer/songwriter Brian Howes, who has worked with superstar rock bands such as Hinder and Puddle of Mudd.

1. Declaration
2. Heroes
3. Light On
4. Come Back to Me
5. Life on the Moon
6. Bar-ba-sol
7. Mr. Sensitive
8. Lie
9. I Did It for You
10. Avalanche
11. Permanent
12. A Daily AntheM
13. The Time Of My Life(Bonus Track)

1. Something In Your Mouth
2. Burn It To The Ground
3. Gotta Be Somebody
4. I'd Come For You
5. Next Go Round
6. Just To Get High
7. Never Gonna Be Alone
8. Shakin' Hands
9. S.E.X.
10. If Today Was Your Last Day
11. This Afternoon

Look for reviews soon...

The vampires shine in the 'Twilight'

2008-11-02T12:10:00.000-08:00

Twilight is an action packed, modern day love story between a vampire and a human. Bella Swan (played by Kristen Jaymes Stewart) has always been a little bit different and when her mother sends Bella to live with her father in the rainy little town of Forks, Washington, she doesn't expect much of anything to change.

Then she meets the mysterious and dazzlingly beautiful Edward Cullen (played by Robert Thomas-Pattinson, who played Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire film), a boy unlike any she's ever met. Soon, Bella and Edward are swept up in a passionate and decidedly unorthodox romance. Like all vampires, he's immortal. But he doesn't have fangs, and he doesn't drink human blood.

1. Supermassive Black Hole (Muse)
2. Decode (Paramore)
3. Full Moon (The Black Ghosts)
4. Leave Out All The Rest (Linkin Park)
5. Spotlight(Twilight Mix) (MuteMath)
6. Go All The Way(Into The Twilight) (Perry Farrell)
7. Tremble For My Beloved (Collective Soul)
8. I Caught Myself (Paramore)
9. Eyes On Fire (Blue Foundation)
10. Never Think (Rob Pattinson)
11. Flightless Bird, American Mouth (Iron & Wine)
12. Bella's Lullaby (Carter Burwell)

To Edward, Bella is that thing he has waited 90 years for: a soul mate. But the closer they get, the more Edward must struggle to resist the primal pull of her scent, which could send him into an uncontrollable frenzy.

But what will Edward and Bella do when James, Laurent and Victoria, the Cullens' mortal vampire enemies, come to town, looking for her? This is the first movie from the book series from author Stephanie Meyer.

The series are currently some of the most popular books written for young adults, with sales exceeding 50 million copies worldwide since the Twilight debut in 2004 and more than 7.7 million copies sold in the U.S. alone. The fourth book in the series, Breaking Dawn, was released on August 2, 2008 and sold more than 1.2 million units on the first day.

As to the music for the film, it help when one has British band Muse with the inffectious hit, Supermasssive Black Hole from its album Black Holes & Revelations (Warner Bros. Records).

Rating: 4 out of 5

Pink's 'Funhouse' in album

2008-10-24T09:35:00.000-07:00

Pink comes right on time in 2008 with her highly anticipated and provocatively personal Funhouse album, addressing both her public and private persona, as only Pink can.

1. So What
2. Sober
3. I Don't Believe You
4. One Foot Wrong
5. Please Don't Leave Me
6. Bad Influence
7. Funhouse
8. Crystal Ball
9. Mean
10. It's All Your Fault
11. Ave Mary A
12. Glitter In The Air

Teaming once again with hitmakers Max Martin, Billy Mann, and others, P!nk is poised to leave another memorable mark worldwide! Since her debut in 2000, Pink (Alecia Moore) has been widely hailed as a fearlessly talented singer, songwriter and the Pennsylvania native's genre-defying creative risk-taking has propelled her to global stardom. To date, the chanteuse has sold 22 million albums cumulatively worldwide.

Pink's 'Funhouse' album coming Oct. 28

2008-10-08T09:45:00.000-07:00

Here is a look at Pink's new album cover. And a review is coming soon.

Idol's Hudson's debut

2008-10-03T14:35:00.000-07:00

I apologize for the late review but here the breakdown of former American Idol's contestant Jennifer Hudson. Coming off a year after winning an Academy award for her role in "Dreamgirls" Hudson long-awaited debut CD is out.

Given the fact that all Idol singer find success after the reality show, Hudson continues the trend. But with the music industry struggling against downloading, this album is okay in spot.

I know that there are guest appearances by the other Idol Fantasia, but Hudson is just doing that, just following the small success of those who are Idol. I'm not saying that she is terrible because she is not, but every artist is just releasing too much that is repeat. Yet, I don't feel that way about Welsh singer Jem (Listen to her album, "Down To Earth").

So what am I saying? Be adventurous.

Rating: 3 out of 5

Idol's Jennifer Hudson's debut album

2008-09-29T09:35:00.000-07:00

Finally her debut is here. Academy-Award winner Jennifer Hudson waiting long enough. Look for a review tomorrow.

Jem's 'Down to Earth' album

2008-09-19T11:00:00.001-07:00

She made a splash with her 2004 debut Finally Woken. Four years later she has returned with her sophomore album Down to Earth (ATO Records) and if you thought that there is a jinx Welsh singer Jemma Griffiths will not disappoint with this latest offering. I decided to give this album a listen yesterday and all night last night and being that this is a review for the album I have decided to give this as an opportunity to be an open letter to her.

I love that within the liner notes that you have appreciated the opportunity to enjoy music. Despite the fact that she was given exposure by the radio KCRW in Los Angeles and by my idol Madonna, Jem is truly becoming that artist that everyone should hear. So what is all this leading to you ask? Well, it means that the songwriting her on this current album is truly amazing. Not only is Jem showing that she can connected with people and bringing them together but she is also showing her interest in singing in Spanish ("I Want You To...") and Japanese ("Aciiid").

The track, "Amazing" is a standout thanks in large part to it being featured on the soundtrack to the "Sex In the City" movie but for me personally and for those who loss a person sudden the track that is truly great is "You Will Make It" featuring Vusi Mahlasela. Surrounded is Jem's lush vocals (I'm not hitting on her) it is the piano performed by Jeff Almajian and string arrangement of the Sonus String Quartet that makes this track special. When I caught myself and said that I needed to listen to this track again without interruption I was brought to tears.

Jem Griffiths, if you are out there somewhere and if and when you promote this album PLEASE perform, "You Will Make It!"

The songs are great on this album.

Rating: 4 out of 5

P.S. Jem, if you are anywhere in Hollywood, CA and see a person wearing a Madonna shirt that's me!

Ne-Yo is a 'Gentleman' on an album, that is

2008-09-10T08:50:00.000-07:00

Give him credit for trying but with everyone and anyone trying to be a romantic there is nothing new on the latest album by Ne-Yo titled, Year of the Gentleman (Def Jam Records). Ne-Yo who is trying to be the next R. Kelly, Usher and everyone else trying to be someone that they want to be, this continued pattern is getting boring.

Of the 12 tracks that are listed the one that catching the ear is, "Closer" the lead single of the third album, produced by Stargate. It is the follow-up to Because Of You (released May 2007), which received this year's Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Album, and In My Own Words (February 2006) - both of which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard and Hip-Hop Charts.

Take a risk; that's all I'm saying.

Rating: 3 out of 5

Upcoming: Oasis' Dig Out Your Soul

2008-09-03T17:00:00.000-07:00

Oasis is releasing an album titled, Dig Out Your Soul. Here is a first look at the album cover. This album will be released in October. Look for a review later next month.

Upcoming: Ne-Yo's Year of the Gentleman

2008-08-27T17:30:00.000-07:00

Here is your first look at the new Ne-Yo album Year of the Gentleman.

Ice Cube shows 'Raw Footage'

2008-08-24T09:04:00.000-07:00

Say what you will about Ice Cube, when it come to music he knows exactly how to get your attention. Sure, in the movies he portrays the lovable yet funny man but when the social realms of society he knows how to get the people and political vibes going with each rap song. That is evident in his latest release Raw Footage (Lench Mob Records).

While it's politically driven how fitting it is as the rapper and other from the rap group N.W.A. remember and recognized the album "Straight Outta Compton" the album that change American music and let other rappers like them express themselves like never before. (That album is a Godsend). And like that album and Raw Footage Ice Cube will continue to say what's on his mind.

Rating: 4 out of 5

NKOTB's has all its 'Greatest Hits'...again

2008-08-12T17:50:00.000-07:00

Original boy band New Kids on the Block are back together. While, yes, they are older NKOTB has never sounded like it did when they splashed on the scene in the 80s and up to the mid-90s. Joey McIntyre, Jordan Knight, Jonathan Knight, Donnie Walberg, and Danny Wood are all grown up but listening the Greatest Hits album (Sony Legacy) makes you feel young again.

1. Step By Step (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:27
2. You Got It (The Right Stuff) New Kids On The Block 4:10
3. I'll Be Loving You (Forever) New Kids On The Block 4:24
4. Cover Girl (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:07 Album Only
5. Didn't I (Blow Your Mind This Time) (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:25
6. Please Don't Go Girl (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:10
7. Tonight (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 3:26 Album Only
8. Valentine Girl (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 3:58
9. Let's Try It Again (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 3:50
10. Hangin' Tough (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 3:51 Album Only
11. If You Go Away (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:00
12. Baby, I Believe In You (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:40
13. Games (The Kids Get Hard Mix) (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 5:21
14. My Favorite Girl (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 5:28
15. The Right Combination Seiko 4:27
16. Angel Of Love (Duet performed by Ana and Jordan Knight) Ana 4:19
17. Stay The Same (Album Version) Joey McIntyre 3:47
18. 2008 New Kids On The Block Mega Mix New Kids On The Block 5:01

With 18 tracks to choose from there's no shortage of the dance, "Hangin' Tough," "Step by Step," to the romantic, "Valentine Girl." NKOTB should have released this package a long time ago but it's better late then never. Besides with its upcoming tour we've forgetten that it has been 14 years since they were last together.

Rating: 5 out of 5

Coming Soon: NKOTB's Greatest Hits

2008-08-05T10:15:00.000-07:00

Before its newest album release in September New Kids on the Block will take everyone (women and girls) back to the 90s with a release of its Greatest Hits (Sony Legacy). This album has all of the hits that made NKOTB the original boy band before N'SYNC and the Backstreet Boys and 98 Degrees.

1. Step By Step (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:27
2. You Got It (The Right Stuff) New Kids On The Block 4:10
3. I'll Be Loving You (Forever) New Kids On The Block 4:24
4. Cover Girl (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:07 Album Only
5. Didn't I (Blow Your Mind This Time) (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:25
6. Please Don't Go Girl (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:10
7. Tonight (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 3:26 Album Only
8. Valentine Girl (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 3:58
9. Let's Try It Again (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 3:50
10. Hangin' Tough (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 3:51 Album Only
11. If You Go Away (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:00
12. Baby, I Believe In You (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 4:40
13. Games (The Kids Get Hard Mix) (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 5:21
14. My Favorite Girl (Album Version) New Kids On The Block 5:28
15. The Right Combination Seiko 4:27
16. Angel Of Love (Duet performed by Ana and Jordan Knight) Ana 4:19
17. Stay The Same (Album Version) Joey McIntyre 3:47
18. 2008 New Kids On The Block Mega Mix New Kids On The Block 5:01

To be released Aug. 12

Springfield goes into 'Overdrive' on album

2008-07-29T08:30:00.000-07:00

General Hospital soap star Rick Springfield still has it as far as his latest release Venus in Overdrive (New Door Records). The "Jessie's Girl" singer still has it with some of the most interesting yet, subtle lyrics that have been written by Springfield in his more than 30 year career.

Springfield has withstood the test of time far better than most critics would ever have imagined writing and performing some of the best-crafted power pop. He has sold more than 19 million records while charting a whopping 18 Top 40 hits to date.

1. What's Victoria's Secret?
2. I'll Miss That Someday
3. Venus In Overdrive
4. One Passenger
5. Oblivious
6. 3 Warning Shots
7. Time Stand Still 4:16 $0.99
8. God Blinked (Swing It Sister)
9. Mr. PC
10. She
11. Nothing Is Ever Lost
12. Saint Sahara

His most recent release, a concert DVD, Live in Rockford was released in October 2006. Filmed live as part of the HDNet Concert Series at the historic Coronado Theatre in Rockford, IL, Rick showcases his talent and everlasting energy in this special release DVD. His most recent album release The Day After Yesterday, was released in July of 2005, on his own label, Gomer/DKE Records.

December of 2005 brought about Springfield's long anticipated return to ABC's daytime hit show, "General Hospital," in the role he originated nearly 25 years ago--Dr. Noah Drake. Having performed for millions of fans in the last three decades, and showing no signs of slowing down, Springfield continues to play 100 shows a year, sharing his love of performing, unstoppable energy and his unique brand of crowd interaction with thousands of fans each night. Springfield literally wades deep into the crowd at each show.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Nine Inch Nails tries to give you 'The Slip'

2008-07-19T10:00:00.000-07:00

On its eighth studio album titled, The Slip (The Null Corporation) Nine Inch Nails with lead singer Trent Reznor have returned to form. The album is which produced by Renzor, Atticus Ross and Alan Moulder has a feel that fans have been waiting for.

1. 999, 999
2. 1, 000, 000
3. Letting You
4. Discipline
5. Echoplex
6. Head Down
7. Lights in the Sky
8. Corona Radiata
9. Four of Us Are Dying
10. Demon Seed
11. Slip

NIN who have a tendency to write songs that have the potential to be instant classics don't fall short on this album. There are a number of them from the 11 tracks that can be No. 1. One of the tracks to listen to is, "Head Down":

What you looking at?
Head down
Too late for that
What you want
What you get
Know your place
Don't ever forget

And this is not my face
And this is not my life
And there is not a single thing here
I can recognize
This is all a dream
And none of you are real
I'll give anything
I'll give anything

However, not to disappoint anyone there is also a DVD that comes with the limited edtion CD and of course if you have seen them live you know that you will leave wanting more.

Rating 4 out of 5

Nas' album needs more focus

2008-07-14T09:50:00.000-07:00

It's not that I have a problem with the album cover; showing Nas back side with whip marks that are religious symbol toward Jesus Christ sacifice and for us to having to feel his pain, according to the Bible. And it's not that the album has explicit lyrics.

Nas is back and more controversial than ever on his new untitled Def Jam release. On this, his 9th studio album, Nas studies and lyrically dissects some of the our most divisive issues: race, inequality, poverty, and power.

And who better to stir up debate than the man most consider one of the top five emcees in the history of the game?

1. Queens Get The Money [Explicit] 2:12
2. You Can't Stop Us Now [Explicit] 3:05
3. Breathe [Explicit] 3:34
4. Make The World Go Round [Explicit] 3:49
5. Hero [Explicit] 4:00
6. America [Explicit] 3:52
7. Sly Fox [Explicit] 4:23
8. Testify [Explicit] 2:45
9. N.I.*.*.E.R. (The Slave and the Master) [Explicit] 4:33
10. Untitled [Explicit] 2:51
11. Fried Chicken [Explicit] 2:50
12. Project Roach [Explicit] 1:48
13. Y'all My Ni**as [Explicit] 4:16
14. We're Not Alone [Explicit] 5:40
15. Black President [Explicit]

From his brilliant 1994 debut Illmatic, to his mainstream success with It Was Written, to anthems like "Hate Me Now" and "One Mic" and his venomous lyricism on "Ether," Nas' ability to tell stories, educate, make you dance--and make you look--is the stuff of rap legend.

The outspoken Queensbridge rapper has sold more than 15 million albums worldwide over the course of his storied career. Nas' Def Jam debut, Hip-Hop Is Dead, was released in December 2006 and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with more than 350,000 copies sold in its first week.

It's not perfect by any means Nas need more focus.

Rating: 2 out of 5

Upcoming Miley Cyrus album

2008-07-08T14:55:00.000-07:00

Hannah Montana Disney star Miley Cyrus is releasing an album called Breakout. Hey, wait a minute...isn't that the album title from Kelly Clarkson?

Anyway, can this teen star move away from the character that made her a star? Can she expand her wings from that character? Here is the tracklist and has it will be noted there is the Cyndi Lauper hit, "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun."

1. Breakout
2. 7 Things
3. Driveway
4. Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
5. Full Circle
6. Fly On The Wall
7. Bottom Of The Ocean
8. Wake Up America
9. These Four Walls
10. Simple Song
11. Goodbye
12. See You Again (Rock Mafia Remix)

Who knows? Find out soon.

Streep sings ABBA in 'Mama Mia'

2008-07-02T18:00:00.000-07:00

Academy-award winning actress Meryl Streep has turned into a singer in the musical version of the Swedish band ABBA tribute "Mama Mia." In it, Streep is Donna (Streep) is about to let go of Sophie (Amanda Seyfried), the spirited daughter she s raised alone.

For Sophie s wedding, Donna has invited her two lifelong best girlfriends practical and no-nonsense Rosie (Julie Walters) and wealthy, multi-divorcee Tanya (Christine Baranski) from her one-time backing band, Donna and the Dynamos. But Sophie has secretly invited three guests of her own. Three men who Sophie is trying to see if they are her father in order to walk her down the aisle.

1. Honey, Honey
2. Money, Money, Money
3. Mamma Mia
4. Dancing Queen
5. Our Last Summer
6. Lay All Your Love On Me
7. Super Trouper
8. Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!
9. The Name of the Game
10. Voulez-Vous
11. SOS
12. Does Your Mother Know
13. Slipping Through My Fingers
14. The Winner Takes It All
15. When All Is Said And Done
16. Take a Chance on Me
17. I Have a Dream

Does Streep accomplish herself as a singer? Maybe. I do think that with such notables as "Dancing Queen," "Lay All Your Love On Me," "Super Trouper," Streep does an okay job. I think that the one thing that Streep has on her is the fact that this is the second film that is meant to have meaning behind it. But not in a musical sense; remember that film, "Music of the Heart?" Okay I don't either.

Yet, for that film's unsuccess this might have inspired her to do this. I mean, the film does have an all-star cast. The cast includes Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Stellan Skarsgård, Christine Baranski, Julie Walters, Amanda Seyfried and Dominic Cooper. And they all sing and dance.

G-Unit's 'TOS' album

2008-07-01T16:50:00.000-07:00

G-Unit's TOS album (G-Unit Records) is out. With its known singer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson. This album is cool. Despite its explicit lyrics, it should take a back seat to this album itself. This is an album that is honest.

The trio is able to write and have the production work for the album. One of the album's track that is cool is one just one but all. The appearance by Young Buck in five tracks is the part that makes the album appealing.

The lead single, "I Like the Way She Do It" starts off right away with the chrous:

I suppose to blow, you suppose to know
Not to go against me or it R.I.P
I'm stupid rich, got retarded money
I'm special wit it, I got special bread
It's easy now, please believe me now
I dismiss a hoe, please leave me now
I f**k when I want, I do what I like
She want the same shit I want, the bitch is a dike
She a super freak, the freak of the week
I give her something a suck, she give her something to eat
It never enough, she like it rough
We keep it going and we switch positions, listen

(Bridge) 50 Cent
I Like the Way she do it
I Like the Way she do it
I Like the Way she do it
I Like the Way she do it

Now, I knew that Eminem (Marshall Mathers) was drawn to controversy with the release of the Marshall Mathers LP CD and the lyrics here for the G-Unit song are "controversial" but if you are willing and should look back it is the rythum the production of each of the tracks that make the album going. Sure, that there is a growing number of artist looking to appeal to the younger crowd, I mean just look at Lil' Wayne. But remember hip-hop is where the music is going.

1. Straight Outta Southside
2. Piano Man - Feat. Young Buck
3. Close To Me
4. Rider Pt. 2 - Feat. Young Buck
5. Casualties Of War
6. You So Tough
7. No Days Off - Feat. Young Buck
8. T.O.S.
9. I Like The Way She Do It - Feat. Young Buck
10. Kitty Kat
11. Party Ain’t Over - Feat. Young Buck
12. Let It Go - Feat. Mavado
13. Get Down
14. I Don’t Want To Talk About It
15. Ready Or Not

Much, if not all of the music that is released or heard by G-Unit is directed toward women. But remember 50 Cent who was discovered by Eminem and with the backing of Lloyd Banks, and Tony Yayo G-Unit can go from just being known for mixtapes to success, as if the last album didn't do that?!

Rating: 4 out of 5

P.S. And you thought I just listened to Madonna?!

Perry is 'One of the Boys' through debut

2008-06-28T19:50:00.000-07:00

The hilarous ditigal song, "Ur So Gay" has made 23-year-old Katy Perry a sensation on the web (most notably by YouTube) and has gone as far as having a fan in the Queen of Pop herself, Madonna.

Now that song, and 11 other tracks are for fans to listen to from Perry's debut One of the Boys (Capitol Records). The songs are confessional and full of rock music; music like the personality of Alanis Morisette.

1. One Of The Boys 4:07
2. I Kissed A Girl 2:59
3. Waking Up In Vegas 3:19
4. Thinking Of You 4:06
5. Mannequin 3:17
6. Ur So Gay 3:37
7. Hot N Cold 3:40
8. If You Can Afford Me 3:18
9. Lost 4:16
10. Self Inflicted 3:25
11. I'm Still Breathing 3:48
12. Fingerprints

Within the songs, there are tunes about previous relationships, going to road trips. But rock songs are not the only thing there are also ballads. Perry is able to transcend from one song to the other.

She is able to make the audience feel what she is feeling that is that sense of abandonment yet, strike back with feminist girl power; for any guy that is something that one must be able to see.

She took a page out of Morissette's playbook, that being Morissette's Jagged Little Pill (Maverick Records) debut in 1995. And like both artist confessional songs sell. Perry's record has that feel, but with the album being as good as it is, it will not be a big seller as Morissette's.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Los Lonely Boys 'Forgiven' album

2008-06-27T10:20:00.000-07:00

As much as Los Lonely Boys are famous for its music there has been a message throughout the albums they have released.

With its third album Forgiven (Sony Records) Los Lonely Boys album produced by Steve Jordan (John Mayer). Forgiven is the follow up to Sacred which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard charts in July 2006.
1. Heart Won't Tell A Lie (Album Version) 3:51
2. Forgiven (Album Version) 3:33
3. Staying With Me (Album Version) 4:01
4. Loving You Always (Album Version) 2:46
5. I'm A Man (Album Version) 4:04
6. Make It Better (Album Version) 3:26
7. Love Don't Care About Me (Album Version) 3:30
8. Cruel (Album Version) 3:44
9. You Can't See The Light (Album Version) 3:33
10. Superman (Album Version) 3:06
11. Another Broken Heart (Album Version) 3:04
12. The Way I Feel (Album Version)

The album's first single "Staying With Me" premiered on Cinco De Mayo. The rock band from San Angelo, Texas has had its music dubbed as Texican Rock n' Roll, combining elements of Rock'N'Roll, Blues, Soul, Country, and Tejano.

On a personal note, and just because I thought of this just now, this was one of Michele Cassiano favorite bands. She went to see them in concert once and just to be able to attend one of its concerts was enough for her to love them. I can't believe that I remember this, and sometimes I ask myself how I can remember something like this.

But it's true she thought that Los Lonely Boys music was awesome and she had a good time at the concert, she said. Howeveer, now that she is no longer on this earth, a lot of what I remember about her since she passed away on Jan. 24, 2007 is related to her or related to yoga in some way. I pretty sure she would have gotten this album.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Mötley Crüe become 'Saints of Los Angeles'

2008-06-23T09:45:00.000-07:00

Mötley Crüe has returned with its latest album Saints of Los Angeles (Eleven Seven Music). The album was originally titled "The Dirt", but was changed.

The album will feature the band's original lineup (available through Amazon.com as an MP3 download. In more than a decade since its last original material the original members of the band have returned that being, Vince Neil, Mick Mars, Nikki Sixx, Tommy Lee.

With the realms of the album Saints of Los Angeles brings back rock like it has never done before. The 13-track set and its lead single, "Saints of Los Angeles" only prove the worth of the band itself.

So come right in
Cuz everybody sins
Welcome to the scene of the crime
You want it, believe it, you got it if you need it
The devil is a friend of mine

Well if you think it's crazy, you ain't seen a thing
Just wait untill we're goin down in flames

Chrous
We are, we are the saints
We signed our life away
Doesn't matter what you think
We're gonna do it anyway
We are, we are the saints
One day you will confess
And pray to the saints of Los Angeles

Sure all have run ins with the law and drug and alcohol problems (Tommy?) but if there is one thing that these guys can do, it's written and create and rock music.

Finally, to have them back hopefully it doesn't take another break and another 10 years.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Visit Motley Crüe on MySpace here.

My Morning Jackets has more 'Evil Urges'

2008-06-19T12:00:00.000-07:00

My Morning Jacket's Evil Urges is its fifth studio album. It was released by ATO Records on June 10, 2008. Writing began in Colorado, while recording was done in Manhattan.

Singer and lead songwriter Jim James said that the band wanted to get away from "normal rock and roll sounds" and emulate more of the band's live sound

A number of the songs were previewed at the 2008 South by Southwest music festival. My Morning Jacket played "I'm Amazed" and "Evil Urges" on NBC's Saturday Night Live on May 10, 2008.

At the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in June 2008, the band played a near four hour set, playing all songs on the album except "Look At You" and "Remnants".

Back with what they do best...

Rating: 4 out of 5

B-52's have fun at the Funplex

2008-06-16T14:10:00.000-07:00

At least the quartet as returned. Finally. The "LoveShack" hitmakers have returned to the music that made them famous. There is no short supply of magic here. No need. But there is something that I had to ask myself. What took so long?

1."Pump" – 4:53
2."Hot Corner" – 3:24
3."Ultraviolet" – 4:25
4."Juliet of the Spirits" – 4:22
5."Funplex" – 4:07
6."Eyes Wide Open" – 5:35
7."Love in the Year 3000" – 4:14
8."Deviant Ingredient" – 4:50
9."Too Much to Think About" – 3:47
10."Dancing Now" – 4:02
11."Keep This Party Going" – 4:31

The B-52's redefined the word, "fun" with the hit, "LoveShack" but having it come out for an album there is the album came as a result of the band's renewed touring, and a feeling that they needed something new to perform.

Guitarist Keith Strickland was inspired to create an updated sound for the band when listening to the New Order album Get Ready and hired producer Steve Osborne as a result. A more modern use of electronica production is the most distinct mark of the band's new sound.

Los Lonely Boys upcoming CD

2008-06-13T11:45:00.000-07:00

Los Lonely Boys have yet another CD coming out. The title is Forgiven, and for the looks of it its third album is produced by Steven Jordan. To visit the Los Lonely Boys MySpace page click here.

Alanis feels and sings 'Incomplete' in song

2008-06-11T14:55:00.000-07:00

Yet another song from Alanis Morrissette, this time it's "Incomplete" from Love In Entanglement (Warner Bros. Records) Wait, before you say anything, this is not the Backstreet Boys' "Incomplete." The Backstreet Boys version was about love lost and her, this about oneself.

One day I'll find relief
I'll be arrived and I'll be a friend to my friends who know how to be friends

One day I'll be at peace
I’ll be enlightened and I'll be married with children and maybe adopt

One day I will be healed
I will gather my wounds forge the end of tragic comedy

I have been running so sweaty my whole life
Urgent for a finish line
And I have been missing the rapture this whole time
Of being forever incomplete

One day, my mind will retreat, and I'll know god and I'll be constantly one with her night dusk and day
One day I'll be secure, like the women I see on their 30th anniversaries

I have been running so sweaty my whole life
Urgent for a finish line
And I have been missing the rapture this whole time
Of being forever incomplete

Ever unfolding
Ever expanding
Ever adventurous and torturous
But never done

One day, I will speak freely
I'll be less afraid
And measured outside of my poems and lyrics and art
One day I will be faith-filled
I'll be trusting and spacious authentic and grounded and whole

I have been running so sweaty my whole life
Urgent for a finish line
And I have been missing the rapture this whole time
Of being forever incomplete

I know, I know, I wasn't suppose to give all the lyrics, but these lyrics are true to anyone who is looking to find answers to why a relationship won't work.

Madonna's Give It 2 Me video

2008-06-06T12:25:00.000-07:00

Here is the video for the dance-themed and inspired song, "Give It 2 Me" from Madonna "Hard Candy."

Norma

Lil' Wayne's album needs work

2008-06-02T13:10:00.000-07:00

How come I am not impressed with Lil' Wayne? There is something about him I can't put my finger on but there is nothing that tell me that he is a great singer. You have everyone looking to be a superstar.

I mean, just look at "American Idol", and soon and coming up, Nashville Star. That "Lollipop" song that is sung by Lil' Wayne is just well, the only song that is fine. Other then that, an album that need a lot of work.

I am NOT impressed.

Rating: 2 out of 5

Hough starts country career with debut

2008-05-29T22:00:00.000-07:00

Released: May 20, 2008

Two-time "Dancing with the Stars" champion Julianne Hough moves from the dance floor to the airwaves with the release of her debut Julianne Hough (Mercury Nashville Records) album and the result is not bad for a start.

But looks like there is such a drive to be the next superstar (a lá American Idol). However, if Michelle Branch, who starred out in pop music and had success with country music with The Wreckers debut album Stand Still, Look Pretty (Maverick Records) then I guess and hope that success for Hough.

There is one thing that I do think that Hough should work on, and that is have more vocal training. If you saw the performance on ABC's Good Morning America, at least for me there was no excitment with her music. She actually looked like a trophy standing up there. I don't know...but hey, I have to be honest.

Well, at least her brother makes an appearance on "Dreaming Under The Same Moon":

It's not always easy being this far apart
But don't you get the feeling
We're connected at the heart

And we're dreaming under the same moon
Under the same stars
I close my eyes, wishin'
I'm gonna see you soon
When I see that night sky glowin'
There's a peace I get from knowin'
That we're dreaming under the same moon
Under the same stars tonight

With this, the question did come up, will brother Derek follow with his own album?

Rating: 3 out 5

Morissette goes techno and 'Underneath'

2008-05-25T17:15:00.000-07:00

After the success of her debut album Jagged Little Pill (Warner Bros./Maverick Records) in the mid-90s, Alanis Morissette has return and the lead single, "Underneath" from the upcoming album Flavors Of Entanglement (Warner Bros. Records) set for release on June 10, the first studio album in four years she is able to explain the personal side of her that continues to be the success that made her a household names.

With precise sound, (being her voice) she has time to explore what inspires her, (did you see the NBC Today Show for the last week?) she is unafraid, and exposed:

There is no difference
In what we're doing here
That doesn't show up as big as it does out there
So why spend all our time undressing our bandages
When we've the ultimate key to the cause
right here all underneath

Just for the lyrics itself, Morissette has never been afraid of telling it like it is. If you need a reminder, just go back and playback Jagged Little Pill. However, it is the fact that Morissette is able to take whatever inspires herself and turn it into a song. Another people that can do that is Madonna (of course), Eminem (of course) and every other songwriter in between.

It is a early indication of the album's that deals with and about sexuality, beauty, relationships and work and was partially inspired by young women who regularly come up to her and tell her their stories of personal pain. Reportly there were 25 songs written for this album...it's a good thing that "Underneath" is an upcoming single. Can't wait for the June 10 release.

Rating: 5 out of 5

Updates on Campus Correspondent

2008-05-19T11:00:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone:

Please go to the Campus Correspondent blog and check for updates. Who says that I am not doing anything? Now, if you will excuse me I'm watching Truth or Dare: The movie and singing, "Freedom" by George Michael and Madonna.

Thanx
N-dolla

Upcoming CDs

2008-05-14T15:35:00.000-07:00

Reviews are coming soon...

Upcoming CD

2008-05-07T15:35:00.000-07:00

Two-time Dancing with the Stars champion Julianne Hough can dance but can she sing? Her debut self-titled CD is coming soon, and I will let you know.

Madonna Interview

2008-05-05T11:35:00.000-07:00

Madonna at New York's Roseland Ballroom

2008-05-01T14:30:00.000-07:00

See Airwave

2008-04-29T16:35:00.000-07:00

Check the Airwave Blog for the latest review of Madonna's "Hard Candy"

Thanx
Norma

Review of Hard Candy Tomorrow

2008-04-28T09:25:00.000-07:00

Ladies and Gentleman:

Just to inform you that I will review Madonna's 11th studio album, "Hard Candy" tomorrow...
Norma

Madonna's YouTube message...

2008-04-21T15:45:00.000-07:00

Madonna addressing her fans with "Give It 2 Me" playing in the background.

The Chimpmunk version of '4 Minutes'

2008-04-16T15:10:00.000-07:00

Enjoy this Chimpmunk version of Madonna and Justin Timberlake's song, "4 Minutes"...

The Kooks have gone 'Konk'

2008-04-14T15:45:00.000-07:00

The Kooks have returned with its latest album Konk is the second album by English indie rock band on Virgin Records. Produced by Tony Hoffer, the album is named after the London studio where it was recorded, which is property of Ray Davies.

It will also be released in a double disc version featuring a second CD, entitled RAK, which will include seven new songs not included on the album, and an alternate version of the album track "See The Sun".

The special edition Konk will feature the same album cover, apart from the blue 'Konk' sign being red. The Kooks previewed the new material at the Troubadour in Los Angeles on February 7.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Madonna's '4 Minutes' video

2008-04-09T14:45:00.000-07:00

Madonna looks fabulous. Justin, not bad. And I love the video.

R.E.M 'Accelerate(s)' and it pays off

2008-04-01T16:15:00.000-07:00

R.E.M. has returned to the music that has made them famous. More than 20 years together the writing and lyrics to its latest releases Accelerate (Warner Bros./Wea Records). With its album, its first in four years lead singer Michael Stipes, and Peter Buck and Mike Mills have returned to greatest.

There is a letting go and go for the hearts of those fans that have continiously supported them. After its last album, I worried that the trio had lost touch and were not focused on its music. And then this album was released for download and I listened and wiped the swear and started crying. (See NBC's Today Show this morning?), and Stipe is still able to make me soft.

I cried when I heard, "Losing My Religion" and celebrated with Accelerate and hopefully R.E.M. will continue for another 20 years.

Rating: 5 out of 5

Gnarls Barkley are the 'Odd Couple' & Gracin goes 'Crazy'

2008-03-31T15:15:00.000-07:00

Riding high on the success of its single, "Crazy" duo Gnarls Barkley return with the album The Odd Couple (Atlantic Records) and the result is no sophomore slump here. The album only continue where St. Elsewhere leaves off.

The song to listen to over and over is "Run" because of its music and those lyrics.

Rating: 4 out of 5

After delivering a gold-selling debut and three consecutive top 5 singles to country radio, "American Idol" favorite Josh Gracin will release his much anticipated sophomore album, We Weren't Crazy (Lyric Street).

Gracin's new CD, allows audiences to take a more personal look inside the life of the "American Idol" season 2 finalist and former Marine. Josh worked with producers Marty Williams and Brett James on the CD's 11 tracks.

Gracin is admittedly most excited about his newest single, the title track, "We Weren't Crazy." The autobiographical song was written by Gracin, Tony Lopacinski, and Bobby Pinson about Gracin's personal journey from childhood to raising children and having a family of his own.

Gracin's debut album is certified gold by the RIAA and has sold more than 695,000 copies. He's one of only three new male country singers to be introduced in the last four years to earn a gold album. Gracin is also the only male solo country artist in recent years to release a debut album with three consecutive Top 5 country hits, including his first #1, "Nothin' To Lose."

Rating: 3 out of 5

Miley Cryus wants to 'See You Again'

2008-03-26T17:00:00.000-07:00

Here is something I thought I would NEVER say. I actually like a Miley Cryus song and this being the latest single, "See You Again" from The Best of Both Worlds Concert (CD + DVD)Soundtrack (Disney Records). What is it? Basically it is Cryus' solo chorus through this lyrics:

I got my sights set on you, and I'm ready to aim
I have a heart that will never be tamed
I knew you were somethin' special, when you spoke my name
Now I can't wait to see you again

((Verse 2))
I've got a way of knowin' when something is right
I feel like a must of known you in another life
Cause I felt this deep connection, when you looked in my eyes
Now I can't wait to see you again

If the verses don't get to you then once you heard this song, it WILL. I thought that the singing and dancing will get to me. There is a general flow to the song, and with the lyrics what person doesn't want to this for someone whom gets them? Liar, if you say not you.

Rating: 4 out of 5

A review of Madonna's Hard Candy is coming...

2008-03-26T16:31:00.000-07:00

Ladies and Gentlemen a review of the most anticipated album of 2008 (at least I think) by Madonna, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and music icon.

Is it sticky and sweet? Find out soon...

Madonna's '4 Minutes' into 30 seconds

2008-03-24T16:00:00.000-07:00

Here is an instrumental version of Madonna's latest single, "4 Minutes" in 30 seconds.

Check Campus Correspondent Blog

2008-03-20T15:45:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone! I know that I haven't updated this blog often. However, it doesn't mean that I'm NOT writing. I am. So, if there is no update on this blog check the Campus Correspondent blog.

Thank you,
Norma

A week off to recharge

2008-03-13T16:00:00.000-07:00

Next week is Spring Break at Cerritos College but I will return and have more review of any song album or otherwise for you...

Thanx and see you in a week.

Norma

Madonna and Justin only have '4 minutes'

2008-03-12T15:15:00.000-07:00

The first time that I listened to the Madonna and Justin Timberlake duet for the Queen of Pop's new song, "4 Minutes (To Save the World)" off her April 29 released album Hard Candy (Warner Bros. Records) I had to admit that I love the other song, "The Beat Goes On" and "Candy Store." Yet, (as always) after having several listens to the new song, "4 Minutes" is dance friendly and different.

The 49-year-old star who will release the last LP under the Warner label before embarking for a 10-year committment to Live Nation, sounds better than she more than 25 years old. Gone is the helium voice, thanks in large part to the vocal training for the 1996 film, "Evita." Enter now, and you have a woman who is confident and nearly untouchable in the music relm of her career.

There is a share of the spotlight between Timberlake and Madonna throughout the song and its lyrics:

M: Hey boy, now what, you are not that bad
anticipating to get what i want (and I ain't gonna stop)

J: Hey Girl, i m whatcha want, i'm alone
and waiting to make you my own (i will make you my own)

M: Everybody, come and go,
i hope you stay for a while
i know that smile

J: Heygirl, I m ok with that,you and me, that's what
I am ready to go
Are you ready to go

(Bridge)
If you want it
You already got it
If you’ve got it
It better be what you want
If you feel it
It must be real, just
Say the word and
Imma give you what you want

It is the song, following the smash hit, "Hung Up" and yet, with a urban style...I love it.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Just to let you know...

2008-03-10T14:45:00.000-07:00

Sorry been super busy but I will have a review here soon....

My apologizes

Norma

Black Crowes 'Warpaint'

2008-03-06T15:25:00.000-08:00

The Black Crowes have returned with its album Warpaint (Silver Arrow).On a special run of “One Night Only” shows beginning March 2 and wrapping March 20, fans will experience Warpaint – the group’s first album of all-new studio material in seven years, due out March 4 – in its entirety onstage, after which the band will perform songs from their catalog and selected surprises.

• Chris Robinson – vocals, harmonica
• Rich Robinson – guitars
• Luther Dickinson – guitar
• Steve Gorman – drums
• Adam MacDougall – keyboards
• Sven Pipien – bass guitar

The Black Crowes will launch a world tour March 24 when they headline the East Coast Blues & Roots Festival in Australia. The band will continue its Down Under trek--the first since 1992--through April 5, and conclude with exclusive performances in London, UK at Brixton Academy April 9 and The Amsterdam Music Hall April 11. A major-market multiple-night U.S. tour will begin in May, with cities and venues to be announced in the near future.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Upcoming CDs

2008-02-26T13:00:00.000-08:00

The former "American Idol" releases this...from military man to singing maven

R.E.M.'s new material. Love them

After its No. 1 hit single, "Crazy," can they repeat the success?

Goldfrapp's 'A&E' is a ballad

2008-02-25T16:45:00.000-08:00

Lead singer Allison Goldfrapp turns into a crooner with the Goldfrapp's latest single, A&E from the current album The Seventh Tree (Special Editon) (U.S. Mute). However, I do think that the lyrics are to short for a this song. That is my only complaint of this song.

There is no attempt to extend it to a more appealing circumstance. There should have been more thought into the lyrics of the song. But not to take away anything that Goldfrapp, (much like Gwen Stefani, front woman of No Doubt) she can hold her own.

It's a blue, bright blue Saturday, hey hey
And the pain is starting to slip away, hey hey

I'm in a backless dress on a pastel ward that's shining
Think I wan't you still
But there may be pills at work

Do you really wanna know how I was dancing on the floor?
I was trying to phone you when I'm crawling out the door
I'm amazed at you, the things you say that you don't do
Why don't you wreck?

I was feeling lonely, feeling blue
Feeling like I needed you
Like I'm walking up surrounded by me

A&E

How she holds her own is evident in the song, "Ohh, La, La" but again the lyrics work because the music accompaniment is insync.

Rating: 3½ out of 5

Marilyn, Shakira and Madonna Commercial

2008-02-20T15:45:00.000-08:00

My fave from the Super Bowl

Upcoming CD Reviews

2008-02-14T12:45:00.000-08:00

Michael Jackson sister Janet has released a new album...(cover, good, different) is this the return to the music that made her even more famous? And just curious as to why Michael himself doesn't release new material again...Ms. Jackson fans get ready, this is coming soon...

Everyone is going "Ga-Ga" over Miley Cryus the 15-year-old star and daughter of Billy Ray Cyrus. The Hannah Montana film is currently a No. 1 hit with girls and teens...that it has extended its showing of the film in Hollywood. The CD will be release soon...my review of Cryus and Montana is coming...

Happy Valentine's Day everyone!

A pile of Greatest Hits from Morrissey

2008-02-12T13:20:00.000-08:00

Every artist brings out its Greatest Hits package and yet, (and not limited to Madonna) I happen to like Britian own Morrissey too. For all that has been said about him (and) his sexuality and not, there has always been a focus to those who are artists: music, poetry and words.

The former The Smiths frontman take of 1988-to-present is a bucket load of songs that make Morrissey a man who is continually wants you to think and more.

Limited edition two CD International pressing of the 2008 collection from the former Smiths frontman features a bonus disc entitled Live At The Hollywood Bowl, which contains eight tracks recorded live in California on June 8 2007.

Greatest Hits spans Morrissey’s stellar 20-year career as a true original, and one of the UK’s greatest musical talents. Every song on Greatest Hits is a UK Top 20 single. Nine of these are Top 10 hits. Two new songs are included ('That’s How People Grow Up' and 'All You Need Is Me'), both recorded with Jerry Finn, producer of 2004’s widely acclaimed You Are The Quarry album.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Upcoming CDs for 2008

2008-02-07T13:15:00.000-08:00

It has taken a long time for the B-52s to return with new material. Where has the quartet been? Doesn't matter, but this album will be return within the next two months. Can't wait.

The Counting Crows have returned as well. New album, means new music, director, and sound.

The electronic maven has returned...

Can't wait...for all of these and Madonna too on April 29.

Norma, the music maven

Crow tries to 'Detour' on album

2008-02-04T15:25:00.001-08:00

Detours (A&M Records) may not seem like much of a detour to Sheryl Crow fans. Her politics pour out of these songs the way you might expect them to if you caught wind of a epic cross-country bus trip, in more ways than one.

1. God Bless This Mess 2:09
2. Shine Over Babylon 4:02
3. Love Is Free 3:22
4. Peace Be Upon Us 4:22
5. Gasoline 5:07
6. Out Of Our Heads 4:27
7. Detours 3:29
8. Now That You're Gone 3:51
9. Drunk With The Thought Of You 2:39
10. Diamond Ring 4:10
11. Motivation 3:47
12. Make It Go Away (Radiation Song) 3:23
13. Love Is All There Is 4:01
14. Lullaby For Wyatt 4:08

From the quiet, faraway-sounding opener "God Bless This Mess"--a novel in a song--to the catchy but thought-provoking "Gasoline," it's clear that Crow has more on her mind these days than soaking up the sun or having a little fun, à la the Tuesday Night Music Club era.

Yet there's not a groan-worthy song on this standout rock/pop/folk/blues album. If the themes are heavy (in addition to the political songs, there's an almost painfully tender lullaby for her son Wyatt and one, "Make It Go Away [Radiation Song]," that touches on her breast-cancer experience), the mood is cathartic, determined, hopeful at times and sad at others.

"Now That You're Gone" grabs at clarity through the clouds of a devastating love affair and gets it, and "Peace Be Upon Us" picks apart pettiness and arrives at a wide-minded beauty.

Rating: 4 out of 5

2008-01-28T16:00:00.000-08:00

He, being Lenny Kravitz is the man who should create more albums. "We've all got our voice. And if I have this gift to play music, then I'm gonna talk about love," Kravitz says in a YouTube promo for his eighth studio album.

Fourteen tracks and the lead single "I'll Be Waiting" and its lyrics:

I'm the one who really love ya, baby
I've been knockin' at your door

and as long as I'm livin'
I'll be waitin'
as long as I'm breathin'
I'll be there
whenever you call me
I'll be waitin'
whenever you need me
I'll be there

It is only a taste of what is described as an album that has the influence of the Beatles, James Brown, the Black Crowes, and Jimi Hendrix.

1. Love Revolution
2. Bring It On
3. Good Morning
4. Love Love Love
5. If You Want It
6. I'll Be Waiting
7. Will You Marry Me
8. I Love the Rain
9. A Long and Sad Goodbye
10. Dancin' til Dawn
11. This Moment is All There Is
12. A New Door
13. Back in Vietnam
14. I Want To Go Home

Rating: 4 out of 5

Upcoming CDs

2008-01-23T09:30:00.000-08:00

Former Beatle Ringo Starr's new album

2008-01-15T16:35:00.000-08:00

Ringo Starr has return with help from Dave Stewart. Now, I must confess that Beatlemania is something I have never understood, yet, when it comes to the Fab Four release solo album there is just something about them. (See Paul McCartney).

But this Beatle, the release was pushed back to the beginning of 2008; the album was officially released in Europe in the second week of January, 2008.

Mark Hudson was the initial producer of the record but was replaced by Stewart after a falling out with Starr. (The album's production credits read, "Produced by Ringo Starr and Mark Hudson; Re-Produced by Ringo Starr and David Stewart." All of the songs but one were written with members of the Roundheads, although Stewart also has several co-writing credits.)

Starr's attorney Bruce Grakal told journalist Peter Palmiere that the partnership between Hudson and Starr was over and they would never work together again. This happened after Hudson dropped out of the 2006 tour as musical director to do the TV show "The One: Making A Music Star".

According to Palmiere, Hudson now claims that the split was over Starr's insistence on using synthesized sounds, for which Stewart is known, whereas Hudson wanted real guitars, pianos, strings etc.

However, about the parting with Hudson, Starr said (in response to Palmiere's report), "The separation between Mark Hudson and myself was a question of trust and friendship and had nothing to do with synthesizers."

Rating: 4 out of 5

Radiohead flys over the 'Rainbow'

2008-01-14T15:25:00.000-08:00

On the deliriously satisfying In Rainbows (Ato Records/Red), Radiohead returns to a more straight-ahead (though subdued) rock sound. Much hubbub has been made about this record's innovative release.

Radiohead allowed fans to pay what they wished to download fairly low-resolution tracks from the band's own website. Like so many innovations, it already seems funny both that it was such big news and that someone else of similar stature hadn't done it sooner.

1. 15 Step
2. Bodysnatchers
3. Nude
4. Weird Fishes/Arpeggi
5. All I Need
6. Faust Arp
7. Reckoner
8. House Of Cards
9. Jigsaw Falling Into Place
10. Videotape

Some pundits were appalled that it took awhile to download the tracks if you tried to do it at the same time as thousands of other people, while others decried that the group was trying to kill the music industry (or save it).

Rating: 4 out of 5

Upcoming CDs

2008-01-07T14:38:00.001-08:00

These CDs will be reviewed for 2008...

Occasional update during break

2007-12-12T12:55:00.000-08:00

I will be on break after just taking my finals. There will be an occasional update on this blog of upcoming CDs but more, 2008 will be filled with more CDs and songs. So, please don't be surprise if this blog is not updated, I'm on break, and will be coming back.

So, all of you take care and be safe.

I will return on Jan. 7, 2008 if not before.

Norma aka forevermadonna, keeper of this blog and yes, a Madonna fan.

3 Doors Down turn to the National Guard

2007-12-03T11:55:00.000-08:00

What a way to release a song through the National Guard with 3 Doors Down's latest hit, "Citizen Solider" from its upcoming CD to be released next year.

Holding the light for the ones that we guide from the dark of despair.
Standing on guard for the ones that we've sheltered.
We'll always be ready because we will always be there.

When there's people crying in the streets.
When they're starving for a meal to eat.
When they simply need a place to make their beds.
Right here underneath my wing, you can rest your head.

It would make anyone want to join the National Guard and with the video which can be viewed in the movie theaters lead vocalist Brad Arnold makes the most of a song that shows the pride and dedication of those in the armed forces. It translates the sacifice of those who are in a military uniform.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Upcoming CDs and its reviews

2007-11-28T11:45:00.000-08:00

Note to all of you: There are times where I will not get to all of the CDs on a list that are with each blog. I am sorry but I am a busy person who is trying to find another job. At this moment, Cerritos College is reaching the end of its semester. In any event, here are the CDs that I will review before the end of 2007...Wu Tang Clan, is back with its offering.

Mary J. Blige has an import CD coming out. As for what this is about I will find out. But I love the album cover of it.

Celine Dion just performed on ABC's Dancing with the Stars" after it was revealing who was Season 5 winner...driver Helio Castroneves. As she prepares to close her show in Las Vegas in December Dion offers what fans want to see, and those who were unable to go to Sin City.

Queen Latifah does the 'Poetry Man'

2007-11-26T12:00:00.000-08:00

Queen Latifah who spent the first nine years turning the hip hop scene into her own has done that with acting and her Oscar-nominated turn in the musical "Chicago" has returned with the song, "Poetry Man" from her album Trav'lin' Light (Verve Records). Although the album has sold to date only has sold just more than 150,000 copies since its release two months ago.

You make me laugh
Cause your eyes they light the night
They look right through me
You bashful boy
You're hiding something sweet
Please give it to me yeah, to me

Talk to me some more
You don't have to go
You're the Poetry Man
You make things all rhyme

Latifah, born Dana Elaine Owens made her debut with the feminist anthem single, "Ladies First," yet, still has triggered interested in her acting ability. Being the second artist to be nominated for an Academy Award (the other is Will Smith) Latifah presents within the song itself is the testament to her ability to focus on what's real. It is subtle.

Rating: 3 out of 5

BMW commerical "Star-The Hire" starring Madonna

2007-11-21T20:00:00.000-08:00

Clive Owen and Madonna are part of this BMW commerical directed by Madonna's husband Guy Ritchie. Thanks to the person who posted it. Great short film.

Madonna interviews...

2007-11-21T19:00:00.000-08:00

Alvin and the Chipmunks return to the big screen

2007-11-21T17:00:00.000-08:00

The No. 1 children's act of all time is back! Alvin and the Chipmunks pick up right where they left off, with the soundtrack to the new FOX film.

The group consists of three singing chipmunks: Alvin, the mischievous troublemaker, who quickly became the star of the group, Simon, the tall bespectacled intellectual, and Theodore, the chubby, impressionable sweetheart.

1. Funky Town
2. Witch Doctor
3. Get Munk'd
4. Mess Around
5. Come Get What You Want
6. Coast 2 Coast
7. Christmas Song "OG Version"
8. We Roll
9. Get You Goin'
10. Only You
11. Christmas Song "New Version"
12. Follow Me (New Song)
13. Christmas Song "Original Version"
14. Witch Doctor "Original Version"

The trio is "managed" by its human "father" and confidant, David Seville who is played by Jason Lee in the film.

The music on the album is prominently featured throughout the film as the Chipmunks navigate the perils of the music industry and fame. In addition to classic versions of their top tunes ("Witch Doctor" and the "Christmas Song"). These new songs update the chipmunks sound and are sure to appeal not only to kids but to mom, dad, grandma and grandpa - who all grew up with Alvin, Simon and Theodore!

As a kid growing up I remember just sitting and waiting for the cartoon to begin and from the sound of the film track there hasn't been a change in the way in which that one fell in love with the trio. More than anything people fell for them for the way they were able to create its sound and voice the song into their own.

No matter how old one gets there is that nostalgia that all can say Alvin and the Chipmunks are as cool as ever. That Alvin, Simon and Theodore! Gotta love them!

Aaaalllllllvvvvvin!!!

Rating: 4 out of 5

Check out the movie trailer...Too funny!

Madonna's lead vocals of Each Time You Break My Heart

2007-11-20T15:15:00.000-08:00

Here is the audio from the 1986 hit, "Each Time You Break My Heart" that featured Nick Kamen but here is Madonna doing the lead vocals for that same song. It sounds so cute!

Long live the Queen!

Interview...

2007-11-19T14:25:00.000-08:00

Season 6 "American Idol's" Jordin Sparks

2007-11-19T12:00:00.000-08:00

The debut of "American Idol's" Season 6 winner Jordin Sparks' self-titled album Jordin Sparks (Jive Records)is coming and from the first listen of it there is a growing period that Sparks is going through.

With the domination of reality television shows hitting the airwaves faster than people can pull its eyes at. How many more reality shows can there be to figures out who will be the next star. Oh, I forgot that FOX show The Next Great American Band. But more than anything what Idol has done for Sparks and those before her is create the platform that says that they can sing, and Carrie Underwood, and Kelly Clarkson are a testament to that, and Season 6's winner is just a growing list to that. Sparks stays sweet.

Having already been the youngest winner of the singing competition at age 17, Sparks can sure hit it up on the vocals that are displayed that you would think that she had a shot at being Clarkson. However, this is more of Clarkson minus that spark. But nonetheless Sparks more stand out song is "Next To You":

Maybe we're friends, maybe we're more
Maybe it's just my imagination
But I see you stare just a little too long
And it makes me start to wonder
So baby, call me crazy
But I think you feel it too
Maybe I, Maybe I, just gotta get next to you
Oh, oh
Oh, oh

Of course there is also the outstanding ballad, "This Is My Now":

There was a time when I was so afraid.
I thought I'd reached the end,
But baby that was then
I am made of more than my yesterdays.

This is my now, and I am breathing in the moment.
As I look around
I can't believe the love I see.
My fears behind me, gone are the shadows and doubt
That was then, this is my now.

This album is just a start to someone is able to be herself...

Rating: 4 out of 5

TBGO Madonna remix

2007-11-14T20:45:00.000-08:00

I found this remix, It is totally f---ing amazing!!!!!!!
Play up and LOUD!!!

Eddie Vedder hits the 'Hard Sun' from Into the Wild

2007-11-14T12:00:00.000-08:00

The Sean Penn directed-film "Into the Wild" was totally amazing and with the accompanying voice of Pearl Jam's front man Eddie Vedder. This is a turn for Vedder with throughout the song, he is soulful and yet, does a great job in describing the travel of Chris McCandless who travelled to Alaska, yet died at the age of 24 after having given away his life savings. The feeling throughout the song, "Hard Sun" is that of a man who was trying to find his way into a world that was and is full of unexpected changes and reflections.

Vedder, who, throughout the lyrics is able to describe the trials and tribulations of the 24 years old traveler:

When I walk beside her
I am the better man
when i look to leave her
I always stagger back again

Once I built an ivory tower
so I could worship from above
when I climb down to be set free
she took me in again

CHORUS
There’s a big
a big hard sun
beating on the big people
in the big hard world

One would think that Vedder is in the situation, much less the person who is listening to the song. It takes the audience into the life and yet philosophical world of someone who was going to let his family tie him down by the rules; which, is something that McCandless was determined to do.

Also, it showed that McCandless was fearless in his "Alaskan adventure" throughout the voice of Vedder:

Once I stood to lose her
and I saw what i had done
bowed down and threw away the hours
of her garden and her sun

So I tried to want her
I turned to see her weep
40 days and 40 nights
and its still coming down on me

Rating: 4 out of 5