I’m Missing Mandy Moore like “Candy”!
Mandy Moore – Candy (Live 6-15-2009) This is why I love Mandy Moore. Even though she’s embarrassed by her early work, she’s not ashamed to make fun of it a bit, […]
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Remembering the Moment I said “Music is for Me,” with Mandy Moore
Mandy Moore – MSN Concert (sometime in 2007) It’s been a while since I’ve listened to Mandy Moore (mind you, I had a very fond girl crush on her throughout high […]
“The Spectacular Now” is scarily honest, genuine, and entirely familiar
This isn’t a movie that introduces you to new characters. It’s a movie that reminds you of people you already know–people you’ve come to know and care about. Its two […]
Meeting, Seeing, and Speaking with Cassadee Pope Live in Folsom, CA (August 19, 2013)
At the moment upon hearing Cassadee Pope’s appearance in Folsom, CA–just an hour and a half away from me–I jumped at the attempt to figure out a way to get […]
Why I love Kate Earl and her “Wicked Love,” live at Last.fm Live
Kate Earl – Wicked Love (Live at Last.fm Live, 11/3/2012) Sunday’s the day to discover new music! Ever since I met and saw Kate Earl opening for Matchbox Twenty and […]
ZZ Ward brings Blues and Hip-hop to Guitar Center
ZZ Ward – Til the Casket Drops (Live at Guitar Center, 1/17/2013) Although I hate to admit it when I discover new artists from watching TV shows (Milo Greene from Covert […]
“We’re the Millers” is a road-trip comedy laughing in all the right places
This film image released by Warner Bros. Entertainment shows, from left, Jennifer Aniston, Will Poulter, Emma Roberts, and Jason Sudeikis in a scene from “We’re the Millers.” (AP Photo/Warner Bros. […]
How “The Bachelorette” Des made up after heartbreak with Brooks, A response to ‘After the Final Rose’
Before reading any further, please excuse my geeking out on this show. It’s too infectious and I’m too involved not to obsess about it. But, this past Monday night on The […]
Am I the only one…? On Concert-going and Music
Am I the only one who, although loves concerts and attending my favorite musicians’ and bands’ shows, may feel a bit sad at the same time going to these shows […]
“The Way, Way Back” is a Summer Dramedy packed with Humor, Adolescence, and Heart
Image Source: Fox Searchlight Pictures It’s summer time and, whether we all may admit it or not, we all want some fun under the sun with good people. With The […]
My Testimonial to The Bachelorette, on Love, Reciprocity and Uncertainty
SPOILER ALERT: Before I have to apologize for anything, take this as a warning! If you like, you can shoot me in the face for watching cheesy television. But just […]
Kate Earl + Free Concert Tickets = Blessed (July 23, 2013)
Kate Earl, Goo Goo Dolls, Matchbox Twenty (#MB20GoosTour, #KateEarl) Sleep Train Pavilion @ Concord, CA Tuesday, July 23, 2013 Thanks to Kate Earl and her tour friends, I managed to […]
Miley Cyrus performs Stevie Nicks’ “Landslide” during her Gypsy Heart Tour
Miley Cyrus – Landslide (Stevie Nicks/Fleetwood Mac Cover) Live in Brisbane, Australia, June 2011, Gypsy Heart Tour I know I’m a little late with Miley and her Gypsy Heart Tour, but […]
Cassadee Pope performs her new song “I Wish I Could Break Your Heart”
Cassadee Pope – I Wish I Could Break Your Heart (New Song) (Live @ The Fillmore, Charlotte, NC, July 24, 2013 | Girls & Guitars Charity) Cassadee’s at it again […]
The Lonely Life… and Becoming a Rhythm Guitarist
Image Source: ironingboardcollective Right now, I’ve got my ears plugged to Fleetwood Mac and Kate Earl (due to my recent infatuation with that talented songbird). I’m in complete awe of […]
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