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Grammys

Posted on by Jaimee T

As someone who “works” in music. I can’t help but wonder, who are these “people” that make the final decisions on who gets to take home the Grammy?

I actually know people that were at the this past 56th Grammys. And from what I understand, they are part of a city “chapter”. Whatever the heck that means, I don’t know.All I know is if you are a part of these Grammy “chapters” you pay money into it.I’m not quite sure what they do or what kind of influence they have within the Grammy community.

But for instance, who decides that Daft Punk wins “Album of the Year”?

*FYI Daft Punk definately deserves it*

But seriously… who calls the shots?

I personally think majority of the Grammys are awarded to the right people, like Kacey Musgraves. However, there have been past years where other people have won and I think to myself… really?

In the end, I think 90% of the musicians,producers, writers, etc. all end up getting a Grammy in the end.

My Top Three Performances of the Night:
3.John Legend- Amazing job on the piano like always!
2.Imagine Dragons and Kendrick Lamar- I like ID and Kendrick complimented the performance very well!
1. Miranda Lambert and Billie Joe Armstrong- an interesting duo, yet the simplicity of the song was beautiful.

 

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Vic and Gab

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As much as I want to move from Milwaukee, a lot of amazing people came out of Milwaukee. Chris Farley, Bob Kames, Danny Gokey and hopefully Vic and Gab.

I saw these girls open last year for a show in Milwaukee. I can’t remember who they opened for but once I heard them, they hooked me in. Their sound is so original yet so defined. I really appreciate and enjoy listening to their music.

Vic and Gab will be making their “debut” at 2014 SXSW. I’m sure with all the chaos, they will find their way down there! I wish them all the best!

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“It’s been said that time heals woes”

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My worse enemy right now is time. Anytime I want to get anything done: time. Anytime I need more of something:time.

However, according to You Me at Six , time heals woes. Meaning that eventually time will be the ending factor to whatever your problem is.

*I’m calling myself on this, I thought the lyrics were “wounds” not woes…*… stupid.

But if you let time pass, is it true that you can get over something? Or do you learn to get over something? What does time actually do for you? I personally feel that over time, things start to linger off. And eventually you forget about it. That’s really a scary thought considering all the amazing and crappy things that happen  in life.

I just started listening to You Me at Six, I really dig them. They remind me of a “hard” alternative edge to their music. I really dig it. You should check them out.

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Why I Want to Move

Posted on by Jaimee T

This time of year, it makes me very uninspired to do anything. If it’s too cold out, who the heck wants to go outside? If it’s nice out but no snow, it is still to cold to do anything and too crappy to want to do anything!? It is pretty much a lose lose situation.

That is why I want to move to Nashville or Austin. Not only are those two great cities for music but they have warm weather mostly year round and there is so much richness and culture in those cities. So much history and yet they are major cities that are affordable.

However, as a job seeker, I’m finding it hard to be taken seriously when I’m applying from out of state.I’m trying my best to stay positive but it looks like when I move… I might have to go in blind sided.

But if I fail, at least I tried following my dreams.Because if I don’t try, I’ll never know. If I never know, I live in a place of regret for the rest of my life.

But knowing me, I don’t think I’ll will fail miserable. I can’t because I won’t let myself. I’ve come this far, it’s about damn time something falls into place.

 

Because the weather sucks, here is a great song for the weather!

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If there is such a thing as composing block…I have it

Posted on by Jaimee T

Have you ever had those times in your life, where you want to accomplish a goal, but you have no idea how to get there?

 

… That seems to be the story of my life right now.I’m trying to write one song, I can’t seem to get my thoughts together let alone come up with a good idea.

 

And for those of you who think it’s easy to write a song;sit down and write one. And see if you can do it.Because it is NOT easy. It’s probably some of the hardest tasks I’ve ever had to do in my life.Why you ask? Do you remember the days in school where you were given a assignment… and you had to follow all those requirements in order to get an A for that paper.Well imagine you have to write a song for someone else, with requirements and all… it’s makes the task 10x harder.

The worst part about it is, I have all these ideas and I have no where to go with them.I guess I’m going to be that girl, always going but never going anywhere.

 

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Let It Be Me

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Sorry I missed last week.I’ve been recovering from  surgery. I can’ t believe it has taken this long. At this point, I’m extremely tired because of the meds and pain. And I can’t believe I’m saying this but as you get older, “being tired” is a legit excuse for anything. I’m going to start using it more often…

 

 

… Just listen, it’s a good song.

 

Happy Holidays!

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Christmas Music

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Ohhhhhhhh, the weather outside is … weather.Here’s the thing about Christmas music. EVERYONE knows it. I get it, it gets everyone in the “Christmas Spirit”. It gets everyone jolly and happy. But not when you live in Wisconsin and it stays 0 degrees from December to May. What the heck is so jolly about that?! Regardless, It’s something that just about every country and religion gets in to. So… might as well right?

 

 

 

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Manchester Orchestra

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Finally! I’ve been wanting to go see these guys forever!

Manchester Orchestra, a alternative rock band that totally kicks butt!

I’ve listen to them for quite sometime now.With Front Bottoms opening up for them and Manchester wrapping up the show, it was an awesome show to be at! I’m so glad I made it!

 

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Writer’s Block

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I’m not quite sure what to write about for this blog. I somewhat have writer’s block. Which is strange because I have a lot on your mind. People that a lot on their mind tend to want to talk about it. It’s funny how the brain works, I guess I just can’t  put my thoughts together tonight. Or this week for that matter.

Actually, now that I think about it, there is something for me to write about. A guy at work was telling me his son wants to create electronic music. AWESOME! He asked for my suggestions on what system to purchase.I told him I wasn’t quite sure, but it sounds like he spent quite a bit of money on it. Any who, my co worker told me that his son is getting frustrated because he doesn’t know how to use his equipment. I offered some help for his son, but I told him, ” I’ll help but he has to practice”. And I think I should take my own advice: if you want to succeed, you have to keep at it.

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My Own Drum

Posted on by Jaimee T

There is something truly amazing about music. The way you just stop  and listen to it. The way you sing along in your car. Or sometimes when you listen to it to fall asleep.Whatever the case my be, music (I feel has a purpose for everyone).

I was surfing around on Spotify and I started listen to “My Own Drum”. I really relate to this song because let’s face it, I’m super different. And sometimes I question if I’m way out there or if I’m different enough that makes me stand out. This song helps me bring me back to “myself”. Also, it’s also a pop/rock/jazzy sound that I really dig. She’s got a killer voice too! You should check her out!