Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Feature Song of The Day = 'Just For A Moment' by Mammoth Logic (2011)

Today's feature song is Just For A Moment, by South-Australian electro-pop-rock-duo Mammoth Logic. Mammoth Logic consists of duo Dave Crowe & Reid Jones, and they come out of the city of Adelaide, in South Australia. Just For A Moment is a new single released on February 10th, 2011 and is now available for purchase on ITunes, or a free and legal 128kbps mp3 version at their Unearthed Page HERE.

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Fragrance Review for 'Angel Schlesser Essential' For Men (2006)

Fragrance = Essential for Men
Debut = 2006
Brand = Angel Schlesser (of Barcelona)
Rating = 5/5 Stars *****

Essential Men's Cologne was introduced in 2006 by Barcelona-based design house Angel Schlesser. Of course I highly recommend this cologne, however it is not for everyone. Most of the cologne's I review will be liked by most people (at least I think they would), but this one won't appeal to all, but those who do like it will like it a lot. The scent is harder to describe than most, as it has some darkish tones to it but also a sweetness (almost like candy which some might not like), but not too sweet, it has been described as having hints of bergamont, apple, coffee, cedar, cinnamon, leather, musk, violet leaves, and more. It is floral and fruity, but also masculine, so really you should just smell it for yourself, as a fragrance speaks a thousand words too.

Feature Song of the Day = 'Summer Song' by Sons Of Alamo (2010)

Today's feature song is Summer Song by Australian indie-rock group Sons of Alamo. Sons Of Alamo formed in 2009 consisting of Jordan Fleming (singer/guitar), Rohan Fleming (bass guitar), Bryce Gleeson (guitar), William Hunt (drums), and they come out of Central Coast, Australia. Summer Song is a single release, and might make it onto their second album, you can download a free and legal 128kbps mp3 of this song at their Unearthed page HERE, or you can always check out their MySpace page HERE.


Monday, March 14, 2011

Feature Song of the Day = 'Newtown' by The Art (2011)

Today's feature song is Newtown, by Sydney-based metal band The Art. The Art are based in Sydney (suburb of Newtown), Australia and consist of band members Steven Asbury (Drums), Jak (Guitar / Vocals),  Kara Jayne - Bass / Vocals, and Azaria (Vocals / Guitar). Newtown comes off of their debut album, which was just released on February 28th, 2011 titled Here Come The War. If you like what you hear then be sure to head over to their MySpace page HERE. In fact you will have to head over to either MySpace or ITunes to actually hear a clear version of the song as youtube only has the following, not so clear, live version. bleh!

A Brief Movie Review for 'The Girl In The Cafe' (2005)

Rating = 5/5 Stars *****

Excellent film, and one that actually has an important message to it too! You think this is a love story for the first half of the film, only to realize that there is much more to it which directly addresses the issue of inequality and all of its effects on the human world. Also great acting by the whole cast, Bill Nighy is always great, and Kelly Macdonald does a great job....hint, you can catch them both on the British TV Drama State of Play which was also good.

Saturday, March 12, 2011

Feature Song of the Day = 'One Way Driver' by Blame Ringo (2010)

Today's feature song is One Way Driver by Australian indie-pop band Blame Ringo. Blame Ringo consists of band members Pete Kilroy, Rosco Pearson, and Jessiah Cocks, and they are based out of Brisbane, Australia. One Way Driver comes off of their 2nd and lastest release album titled Too Strange For Avery, which can be found and purchased on ITunes and Amazon. If you like what you hear go check out their website HERE, or their Unearthed page HERE.

Friday, March 11, 2011

Today's Feature Song = 'I'll Get You (feat Jeppe)' by Classixx (2009)

Today's feature song is I'll Get You (feat. Jeppe) by Los-Angeles-based DJ/Producer-duo Classixx. The DJ/Production-duo, previously known as Young Americans, consists of Michael David and Tyler Blake. Their name comes from their mutual love for classic compilations of various music genres. I'll Get You (feat. Jeppe) was released in 2009 by Kitsune Records, and it can be purchased on Itunes or Amazon. I highly recommend checking out the various Kitsune compilations if you like this song as they are loaded with heaps of goodies like this, and also head over to the Classixx MySpace page HERE for more info on them.

Thursday, March 10, 2011

A Brief Movie Review for 'Twentieth Century' (1934)

Movie = Twentieth Century (1934)
Director = Howard Hawks
Rating = 2.5/5 Stars **

Twentieth Century involves some crazy over-the-top acting, and is a comedy about stage-actors. John Barrymore reminds me a lot of Kevin Kline as well as Gene Wilder, and this part a few decades later would have no doubt been played by Wilder. Carole Lombard does a good job at playing the typical Carole Lombard role. Entertaining for a night in, but a little too long for my taste, could have been a bout 1/3rd shorter and had same effect. No trailer for this one folks.

Today's Feature Song = 'Second Chance' by Peter Bjorn and John (2011)

Today's feature song is Second Chance by by Swedish indie-rock band Peter, Bjorn, and John. Peter, Bjorn, and John have been active on the rock-music scene since 1999, they are based out of Stockholm, Sweden, and consist of members Peter Morén (vocals, guitar and harmonica), Björn Yttling (bass guitar, keyboards and vocals) and John Eriksson (drums, percussion and vocals). Second Chance is a single release from their new album titled Gimme Some, which is set for release on March 28th, 2011. If you like what you hear then head over to their website HERE for more music and band info, Enjoy!

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Feature Song Of The Day = 'Weekend' by Smith Westerns (2010)

Today's feature song is Weekend by Chicago-based indie/glam-rock group Smith Westerns. Smith Westerns have been active on the rock-music scene since 2007 and the group consists of members Cullen Omori, Cameron Omori, Max Kakacek, and Colby Hewitt. For more information on the band you can check out the January 2011 Rolling Stone Magazine brief on them HERE, or you can head over to their MySpace page HERE. Weekend comes off of their 2nd studio album which was just released on January 18th, 2011 and is titled Dye It Blonde. Bleh!

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

A Brief Movie Review for 'Feed The Fish' (2009)


This movie is about a children's books author who moves from Los Angeles to a rural and wintry Wisconsin to get inspired to write. During his trip he meets a new girl and starts to get to know a few of the locals in the small town. Not a new plot outline by any means, but the movie is entertaining and lacks any real acting quality (mostly amateur actors I would guess) by any of the actors/actresses, but its really just a feel-good flick anyways, and oh yes, I do review every movie I watch and I know...I know.......

Fragrance Review for 'Burberry Men's Cologne' (1995)

Cologne = Burberry Eu De Toilette Spray (For Men)
Brand = Burberry (London, 1995)
Rating = 5/5 Stars

Another great men's cologne, in fact I probably won't even rate ones I don't like so all the ones that appear on this vlog are likely to be winners. However, do note that I have a bit of a cologne addiction so I am always checking out new ones and comparing them, thus this section of the vlog. Burberry men's cologne has a brighter scent that could go either as sporty or dressy, thus its versatile. This fragrance was released in 1995 and its been described as a blend of cedar, sandalwood, mint, lavender, and amber (which I believe gives it its punch). This scent lasts all day long when I have worn it. I recommend.

Monday, March 7, 2011

Today's Feature Song = 'Come Around' by Tim & Jean (2010)

Today's Feature Song is Come Around, by Australian indie-electro-pop duo Tim & Jean. Tim and Jean are Tim Ayre and Jean Capotorto who come out of Perth, Western Australia. They started up a MySpace page and ended up entering Triple J's Unearthed High School competition for unsigned bands, in which they made it to the finals with the song Come Around. They were later then selected to by that radio station to play at the Parklife Festival. They have not yet released an official album or EP, but they have played internationally and in America when they were a supporting act for Moby. If you like what you hear on this post then go check out their MySpace page HERE for more songs and band info, or you can also check out their Unearthed page HERE which includes a free and legal 128kbps-mp3 download of this song Come Around (which is also available for purchase at HQ in the ITunes store. If you listen to a few of their songs you will come to realize that Tim & Jean are Australia's answer to Passion Pit. Check it!