Happy Wednesday!
Today's post is kind of random but I experienced my theory earlier in the week so I decided to write about it.
I've had a theory about the music played at various Krogers around town. This past Monday evening, after running into a Kroger for a couple of items, my theory was once again confirmed. I've also had a witness with me a few times (including Monday night) that now agrees with me.
Basically, I've come to the conclusion that Kroger has made a deal with Eddie Money & Taylor Dayne to play their music exclusively. More times than I can count, I have been in a Kroger (especially Belle Meade or Green Hills) and either Take Me Home Tonight (Video) or I'll Be Your Shelter (Video) comes on at some point while shopping. I usually start to sing along with each song just because it makes grocery shopping a little more entertaining. I'm just dumbfounded that these random artists are the main source of music used to accompany folks while they buy groceries?!
*Note - now that I've actually looked at the lyrics for Take Me Home Tonight - the first verse is very appropriate for food shopping. Check it out to the left. ;)
I think what happened is that Eddie and Taylor decided that they might not be able to make much money in music anymore so they made a deal with Kroger to have their songs played every other hour. Even if that's not the case, I think if I was an aging artist - it would be something I would consider.
I might start to keep count of how many times this happens or maybe keep a log of when it happens just to come up with a number for proof. I've been using my SHAZAM app lately so that could be a good way to keep up with it.
Has anyone else ever noticed these songs playing at Kroger?? Do you have any random music theories like this?
Next time you happen to be in a Kroger - try to listen and see if Eddie Money or Taylor Dayne come along for your fabulous shopping experience.....
A few other songs from their collections that might be played as well:
Eddie Money - Two Tickets to Paradise, Shakin', I'll Get By
Taylor Dayne - Tell It To My Heart, Don't Rush Me, Love Will Lead You Back
These songs easily get stuck in your head so watch out!
June 29, 2011
June 22, 2011
This week in music....
I wanted to share with you a couple of things I've enjoyed this week with music.
As some of you know, one of my favorite TV shows besides The Daily Show w/ Jon Stewart is The Colbert Report. I love both of those guys - they are brilliant & hilarious. I hope to catch a live show one of these days so if you have a way to get tickets, let me know!
What does this have to do with music? Well, all this week on The Colbert Report - Mr. Colbert is having a "Summer Concert Series" called STEPHEST COLBCHELLA '011. Each night he has a different musical guest perform. I watched Monday & Tuesday which were both fantastic. I suggest you tune in tonight & tomorrow or go to the website & catch up on all this weeks episodes HERE. (plus you can watch a few bonus performances by the artists)
The line up is as follows:
Monday - Bon Iver performed Calgary from his new album Bon Iver (which I'm happy to say that I WILL be attending his show at The Ryman in July!)
Tuesday - Florence & The Machine performed Dog Days Are Over from the soon to be released 2nd album (I will also get to see her live since my girl, Carrie, informed me that she will open for U2) Did you know she was discovered in the girls bathroom at some bar? Crazy!
Wednesday - Talib Kweli will perform. I've never heard of him but apparently he is a rapper from Brooklyn. I listened to a little sample on Amazon and he sounds pretty good.
Thursday - Jack White and The Black Belles perform. I've actually seen Jack White around town a couple of times and like some of my friends who have seen him live before have said-- he has a major presence when he walks into a room, it's infectious. I'm not familiar with The Black Belles but looking forward to checking it out.
You get to laugh and listen to great music all in one fabulous show. Two of my absolute favorite things to do!!
The other thing I wanted to share was that I went to see Hangover II last night. Many people I talked to that had seen it didn't really care for it. I thought it was pretty funny even though it was the same format as the first. I love Zach Galifianakis though so he could just be standing there & I would probably start laughing. (I'm a sucker for a good comedian)
As I was watching, I noticed the soundtrack and how much I liked every song. I vaguely remember the first Hangover soundtrack but I know I didn't like the song - You Spin Me Right Round - until they put it at the end while showing the pictures of what happened. Weird, right?! Yep, now I like the song and will actually listen to it.
Then I went home and looked it up to see exactly which songs were on it. So many times on movie soundtracks they will leave off songs that were in the movie, this bothers me. Thankfully the songs I liked were all on the second soundtrack which you can listen to samples of HERE.
Do you have any favorite movie soundtracks? (besides Garden State, ha!)
As some of you know, one of my favorite TV shows besides The Daily Show w/ Jon Stewart is The Colbert Report. I love both of those guys - they are brilliant & hilarious. I hope to catch a live show one of these days so if you have a way to get tickets, let me know!
What does this have to do with music? Well, all this week on The Colbert Report - Mr. Colbert is having a "Summer Concert Series" called STEPHEST COLBCHELLA '011. Each night he has a different musical guest perform. I watched Monday & Tuesday which were both fantastic. I suggest you tune in tonight & tomorrow or go to the website & catch up on all this weeks episodes HERE. (plus you can watch a few bonus performances by the artists)
The line up is as follows:
Monday - Bon Iver performed Calgary from his new album Bon Iver (which I'm happy to say that I WILL be attending his show at The Ryman in July!)
Tuesday - Florence & The Machine performed Dog Days Are Over from the soon to be released 2nd album (I will also get to see her live since my girl, Carrie, informed me that she will open for U2) Did you know she was discovered in the girls bathroom at some bar? Crazy!
Wednesday - Talib Kweli will perform. I've never heard of him but apparently he is a rapper from Brooklyn. I listened to a little sample on Amazon and he sounds pretty good.
Thursday - Jack White and The Black Belles perform. I've actually seen Jack White around town a couple of times and like some of my friends who have seen him live before have said-- he has a major presence when he walks into a room, it's infectious. I'm not familiar with The Black Belles but looking forward to checking it out.
You get to laugh and listen to great music all in one fabulous show. Two of my absolute favorite things to do!!
The other thing I wanted to share was that I went to see Hangover II last night. Many people I talked to that had seen it didn't really care for it. I thought it was pretty funny even though it was the same format as the first. I love Zach Galifianakis though so he could just be standing there & I would probably start laughing. (I'm a sucker for a good comedian)
As I was watching, I noticed the soundtrack and how much I liked every song. I vaguely remember the first Hangover soundtrack but I know I didn't like the song - You Spin Me Right Round - until they put it at the end while showing the pictures of what happened. Weird, right?! Yep, now I like the song and will actually listen to it.
Then I went home and looked it up to see exactly which songs were on it. So many times on movie soundtracks they will leave off songs that were in the movie, this bothers me. Thankfully the songs I liked were all on the second soundtrack which you can listen to samples of HERE.
Do you have any favorite movie soundtracks? (besides Garden State, ha!)
June 16, 2011
Shows n such....
Gonna make this quick - I guess I will be posting either Wednesday OR Thursday...depending on what pops up in life.
Anywho, I'm very excited b/c numerous shows and concerts are coming up for the summer. I still haven't had the true outdoor concert experience this season but I will fit it in at some point. It's so hard to decide which concerts I am able to go to or afford!
The closest big show coming up is U2 at Vandy Stadium on July 2nd. I am so excited for this one that I almost don't believe it's really happening. I'm wondering who will op[en for them and what playlist of songs they will perform. I love all of U2 but of course have my favorites.
After U2, I will be going to see Natasha Bedingfield at Exit Inn and Katy Perry at Bridgstone Arena. I am also hoping to go see Bon Iver at The Ryman and Sade in Memphis. We shall see how those turn out but I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it works out!
The BIG news is that my beloved ELBOW is finally playing in the STATES!!!! They will be in ATL and DC this September. Those are my two choices of places to go see them and I am definitely going to make it happen one way or another. Still can't believe they will be on this side of the pond! :) If anyone wants to join me, holla!!
Do you have any good concerts that you will be going to see in the next few months? Any recommendations? Have you already been to some that were outstanding?
Hope your week has been fabulous....
Anywho, I'm very excited b/c numerous shows and concerts are coming up for the summer. I still haven't had the true outdoor concert experience this season but I will fit it in at some point. It's so hard to decide which concerts I am able to go to or afford!
The closest big show coming up is U2 at Vandy Stadium on July 2nd. I am so excited for this one that I almost don't believe it's really happening. I'm wondering who will op[en for them and what playlist of songs they will perform. I love all of U2 but of course have my favorites.
After U2, I will be going to see Natasha Bedingfield at Exit Inn and Katy Perry at Bridgstone Arena. I am also hoping to go see Bon Iver at The Ryman and Sade in Memphis. We shall see how those turn out but I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it works out!
The BIG news is that my beloved ELBOW is finally playing in the STATES!!!! They will be in ATL and DC this September. Those are my two choices of places to go see them and I am definitely going to make it happen one way or another. Still can't believe they will be on this side of the pond! :) If anyone wants to join me, holla!!
Do you have any good concerts that you will be going to see in the next few months? Any recommendations? Have you already been to some that were outstanding?
Hope your week has been fabulous....
June 9, 2011
News From Friends!
I know I'm posting a day late but life can get in the way sometimes. Whoops.
There are some exciting things brewing with multiple friends of mine so I wanted to give some shout outs & share the news! I definitely recommend checking the following people out because they are all very talented and continue to allow their passion for music lead them to new ventures ....
I have some dear friends from college that have recently released an album - MAKIN' READY. Even though they have been writing together for a few years now, this is the first time they've produced an album together. Both Matt & Jenny Behnke are talents on their own but I think coming together has put the icing on the cake. I enjoyed this album tremendously when I first had a listen a month or so ago. It's a good road trip cd that is totally fun to sing along. The lyrics are clever and thoughtful which allows the listener to identify with what they are talking about....I would describe the music as Americana/Bluegrass. It's unique in that it doesn't really fit into a specific genre. (like most great music these days)
Take a listen for yourself and find out more about The Behnkes on their website HERE! I might even have a free cd for ya, if you like the tunes & pass along the love to your friends. :)
I also wanted to mention another talented fella in music & beyond - Korby Lenker. He's been touring with Daphne Willis as well as crankin' out his own gigs which you should check out whenever you get a chance. The other cool project he started was launching his website WIGBY! As Korby describes it, "WIGBY is a monthly video blog, featuring pretty much the best artists around, playing and singing great songs with their great voices in an intimate setting."
The first artist for this month is COURTNEY JAYE performing her song "One Way Conversation". A fabulous song that you need to hear immediately! Please check out the website HERE! You can read the back story of the Wigby bird & watch the new video. Also, please take a second and LIKE Wigby on Facebook as well. This is a fantastic way to discover new artists or listen to some of your favorites.
Last but not least - I'm so proud of my friend, Angel Snow! She will be opening for Alison Krauss this August at THE RYMAN!! I can't imagine having the opportunity to open for Alison Krauss & Union Station much less to be doing it at The Ryman. What a rare and unforgettable experience that is going to be...She is currently working on her sophmore album which I can't wait to get my hands on. She is also having a lil summer tour so check out if she is coming to a city near you at her website HERE!
Ok, that's all I got for now as far as my friends go -- On a sad note - Our local college station, WRVU, officially went off the air on June 7th. My nickname for Vandy radio was The "UM" Station (since most of the DJs were learning & tended to say Um a lot) I will miss the eclectic music, the various DJs and quirky shows. I discovered a lot of good music from them that I don't think I would have found any other place. I think it will leave a little hole in 'Music City' as far as expanding our city beyond country.
Have a music filled rest of the week!
There are some exciting things brewing with multiple friends of mine so I wanted to give some shout outs & share the news! I definitely recommend checking the following people out because they are all very talented and continue to allow their passion for music lead them to new ventures ....
I have some dear friends from college that have recently released an album - MAKIN' READY. Even though they have been writing together for a few years now, this is the first time they've produced an album together. Both Matt & Jenny Behnke are talents on their own but I think coming together has put the icing on the cake. I enjoyed this album tremendously when I first had a listen a month or so ago. It's a good road trip cd that is totally fun to sing along. The lyrics are clever and thoughtful which allows the listener to identify with what they are talking about....I would describe the music as Americana/Bluegrass. It's unique in that it doesn't really fit into a specific genre. (like most great music these days)
Take a listen for yourself and find out more about The Behnkes on their website HERE! I might even have a free cd for ya, if you like the tunes & pass along the love to your friends. :)
I also wanted to mention another talented fella in music & beyond - Korby Lenker. He's been touring with Daphne Willis as well as crankin' out his own gigs which you should check out whenever you get a chance. The other cool project he started was launching his website WIGBY! As Korby describes it, "WIGBY is a monthly video blog, featuring pretty much the best artists around, playing and singing great songs with their great voices in an intimate setting."
The first artist for this month is COURTNEY JAYE performing her song "One Way Conversation". A fabulous song that you need to hear immediately! Please check out the website HERE! You can read the back story of the Wigby bird & watch the new video. Also, please take a second and LIKE Wigby on Facebook as well. This is a fantastic way to discover new artists or listen to some of your favorites.
Last but not least - I'm so proud of my friend, Angel Snow! She will be opening for Alison Krauss this August at THE RYMAN!! I can't imagine having the opportunity to open for Alison Krauss & Union Station much less to be doing it at The Ryman. What a rare and unforgettable experience that is going to be...She is currently working on her sophmore album which I can't wait to get my hands on. She is also having a lil summer tour so check out if she is coming to a city near you at her website HERE!
Ok, that's all I got for now as far as my friends go -- On a sad note - Our local college station, WRVU, officially went off the air on June 7th. My nickname for Vandy radio was The "UM" Station (since most of the DJs were learning & tended to say Um a lot) I will miss the eclectic music, the various DJs and quirky shows. I discovered a lot of good music from them that I don't think I would have found any other place. I think it will leave a little hole in 'Music City' as far as expanding our city beyond country.
Have a music filled rest of the week!
June 1, 2011
Songs o E
Just givin' the stats on my ipod songs from letter E - Pretty short since there are only 125 songs total.
3 Songs include EAT so it wasn't enough to make me chow down on some grub.
Some favorites among E:
Overall I enjoyed me some E songs and it was nice to have a short set. I was able to get through it pretty quickly.
Hope EVERYONE is staying cool!
3 Songs include EAT so it wasn't enough to make me chow down on some grub.
- Eat For Two - 10,000 Maniacs
- Eat My Beat - Air
- Eat The Music - Kate Bush
- Emily's Reel - Edgar Meyer, Mark O' Connor, Yo-Yo Ma
- Emma's Song - Sinead O'Connor
- Eddie's Ragga - Spoon
- Eli, The Barrow Boy - The Decemberists
- Elvis Presley and America - U2
- The End - Beatles
- The End - Kings Of Leon
- End It On This - No Doubt
- The End Of Everything - Chris Isaak
- End Of The Day - Beck
- End Of The Movie - Cake
- End Theme - Zero 7
- Endgame - R.E.M.
- Ending Of A Show - TV On The Radio
- Endless Dream - Conjure One
- Endless Love - Lionel Richie
Some favorites among E:
- East Kentucky Home - SteelDrivers
- Every Day Is Like Sunday - Morrissey
- Every Word - Sade
- The Eraser - Tom Yorke
- Exit Music (for a film) - Radiohead
- Everything Is Everything - Lauryn Hill
Overall I enjoyed me some E songs and it was nice to have a short set. I was able to get through it pretty quickly.
Hope EVERYONE is staying cool!
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