Four Kicks (and Albums) - Who's Struttin Now?

One thing I quite enjoy is entertaining my ears with new music. These days there are so many ways to obtain new tunes, and sometimes not a dime is dropped. Yes, there’s the whole "don’t steal the music" bla bla. But I’m still an avid cd buyer, so when I come across free stuff, oh well. I feel it’s a Karma balance-of -validation.

Lately I’ve had the chance to overload the "recently added" PlayList on my i.tunes. And have new stuff I look forward to hearing more of, along w/some long-loved artists, (both old and new albums)…its been glorious.

Anyway – what I’m getting at –the new Kings of Leon record is out. I was lucky to snag it prior to release, which in part has me burnt out on it already, by my own fault. And yes, its not the typical sound from them we’ve all know and love. But its still new stuff to hear and maybe, yes maybe, it might just grow on you. Altho they’re gaining mainstream rep and hype….I would guess its what they’re going for, isn’t any band, sort of? Hopefully during this time while they’re "all the fuss" (good OR bad), they’ll start writing songs that pull back to their roots. I suppose we can only wish.

I read a great review where a reader commented that regardless this album would take criticism. Basically it stated how if it sounded like all their older stuff people would gripe of no "maturity" to their sound, but instead now they’re griping its too "pop" and mainstream. Yes, the album is part-corny (I need their off-the-wall lyrics!!) – but also: some people just like to bitch. If anything, the release of this album has given them more recognition, which means they’re sticking around. I’m grateful for that. They’ve been huge in Europe for a while now and as that hype grows in the US, lets just hope they keep it up. Even if they spit out a not-so-par record every now and again…..

My cocky look emerges when U question my moves
Cuz U ain’t got no taste..
U talkin’ bout my baby
I could flip you upside down and I could mop this place...
Kings of Leon / My Party / Because of the Times

Blowin' in da Wind...

I can’t believe I live in the midwest and can say a "Hurricane" hit (sort of). And, considering pictures I’ve seen, and stories I heard of the rest of cincy, mine are minimal. People were out of power for an entire week, along with no H2O due to water pumps that run on electric. So city ways are fortunate I suppose. And I almost feel our issues partially deal with LazyLandlord more than midwest.hurricane, AKA we were not surprised all those trees fell on our driveway. But here’s a pic of Ike’s remnants on Russell.St while we, however, were at Paul Brown, watching the Bengals get "blown away" by the Titans..BLUGH.

Hit Me BABY One More Time!!

My cousin had another baby: Round 3....
Drake Thomas Winchester, Cutie-Pa-Tootie!
Born September 10, 2008
Congratulations to the family, you got it goin on AbbySUE!

Smiles N Hugs..BrettySue

Welcome to My Jungle...

Ahhhhh, the BENGALS. This Sunday brings the first home game of the regular season. And hopefully also brings a win over the Titans and a 1-1 record, after the sad display of disgust in Baltimore. But, Whatever. I’m not here to talk strategy. I'm not even here to talk football. Really I just figured it was time to add a picture. So, as I looked through my latest photos, I realized that I should remind you…Ladies and Gentlemen--No matter your wasted-ness, no matter how the bengals play, no matter if you’re cool enough to have a motorized cooler you ride at the tailgate, THROW AWAY your empty beers! If you have any questions or concerns about this, you can always refer to the attached picture. Thank you – and have a WhoDey.

InSide My Head...

I'll tell you about the driver who lives inside my head.

Starts me up and stops me, puts me into bed.
He opens up my mouth when it's time for me to talk.
He fires up my legs when he wants me to walk.

Keeps my eyes open most of the day.
Adds to my memories, the things that people say.
Then he makes decisions I don't have to make.

BUT SOMETIMES IT SEEMS
THAT HE'S GOT TOO MUCH ON HIS PLATE

Like this morning when I woke up and he dressed me in this shirt
It looks a little ragged like he dragged me through the dirt.
I'm moving through this life and I'm thinking about the next
And hoping when I get there, I'll be better dressed.

Keeps my eyes open most of the day
Adds to my memories the things that people say
Then he makes decisions I don't have to make.

I'll tell you about the driver who lives inside my head.

DRIVER by Phish