I dedicate this post to my brother, who is one of the biggest Tool fans I know. I myself am not overly crazy about them, but I do love these two tracks. I get chills every single time I hear either one or the combination of both.
Tool — “Parabol” and “Parabola,” from the album Lateralus (2001).
This past Friday, Jesse and I went to see Almost Kings in Birmingham. It was a truly epic evening. I had not seen the band or my friends that were there in five months, and believe me when I say it was quite a reunion! 🙂 I had missed all of those sweet faces so much! ❤
Almost Kings opened their set with a new song…which is cool, except now I’m dying for the new album…and from the word “Go,” all four of them gave 110%. In case I haven’t mentioned it lately, Almost Kings are some of the best performers out there. It’s not possible to be bored during their shows–or afterward, when hanging out with them. I can’t wait to do it again in March.
In closing, I have to add that it made my night being able to play part of Mark Tremonti’s solo album All I Was for Ryan. Is that lame? Maybe. I don’t care, though. Sharing music with someone is the best.
And, of course, here are some pictures from the evening:
Me, Jesse, Kendra, and Alicia
Jesse ❤
Kevin, Me, and Jesse
Jude and Ryan
Ryan
Ryan again…
Jude
Danny, Kevin, and Ryan
Jude
Danny
Boze
This was our “serious” pose
“Awkward prom dance”
Kevin
Everything about this song is perfect, and I could listen to it on repeat all day, but what really sells it for me are these lyrics:
“The ruler of the kingdom that ends up the pawn,
So tired of thinking of where it all went wrong,
Friendships they come and go and sometimes they end,
Wouldn’t dream in a million years that this would be one of them.
Faith in the life, belief to the end,
Failure’s not an option, but the options exist,
I gave up my everything, I give till I bleed,
Take it all, take everything just take it from me.”
❤
HellYeah — “Moth,” from the album Blood for Blood (2014).
Legitimately, I should just do an “Album of the Week” instead, because I would highly recommend that everyone listen to All I Was from beginning to end. I borrowed it from my brother and it hasn’t left my CD player in a week. He’s not getting it back until I have my own copy (currently on its way to my house, thanks to Amazon.com).
However, I will stick to the “Song of the Week” thing and give y’all my favorite track
Mark Tremonti — “Leave It Alone,” from the album All I Was (2012).
Despite being off their first record, this is my “new” favorite song by Alter Bridge. I listen to it every day at work ❤
Alter Bridge – “Watch Your Words,” from the album One Day Remains (2004).
Yeah…that’s Jacob Lynam. I realized I hadn’t previously mentioned this show, which happened back in October. I don’t think there’s much to say about it, though, because this picture explains without words how the night went.
Oh, wait, and then there’s this one:
That totally earns another heart.
I guess I created this post for no other reason than to make up for not blogging last week.
~xoxo~
I adore this song so much! It’s fun, a little funky, and has a nice guitar solo thrown into the mix. Definitely one of my favorites to sing along with.
Ludo – “Love Me Dead,” from the album You’re Awful, I Love You (2008).
Happy New Year!
As the title says, I’m a week late with this, but I just didn’t have the time to blog over the holidays. There was a lot going on.
I have the most amazing little niece (related by friendship, not blood). Her name is Ivy and I just love her to pieces. Look at this face.
Isn’t she sweet?
I spent Christmas Eve with her and the rest of my extended family. My Christmas was amazing! My brother added to my vinyl collection, buying me copies of both Avenged Sevenfold’s Waking the Fallen: Resurrected and Slash’s self-titled record.
Between Christmas and the new year, all I did was work. In fact, I worked on both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. However, I did get to ring in 2015 with some friends, so I’m not complaining.
I have Almost Kings and Lynam shows to look forward to in February and March. Other than that, I’m just sailing along and enjoying life! 🙂
I hope this post finds all of you well. ❤
I chose this song in honor of Almost Kings’ seventh birthday! ❤
Almost Kings – “Porn Star,” from the album Filthy Nice (2009).
The last few days have really ignited my Christmas spirit. I’ve had a lot of fun shopping for my friends and family, and a lot of fun trying to figure out what they got for me. 🙂
On Saturday, I went to a Lynam show with my brother Rick. It had been a while since we’d seen that particular band together. We had a fantastic time…even if David did take a shot at me for wearing my Alabama shirt. Ha! I even got an early Christmas present from the band: David let me hear some of the new stuff they’ve been recording. It was definitely different than what I’m used to from them, but in a good way. I love the idea of them exploring the extremes of their creativity. ❤
L to R: Mark, Jacob, and David
In other news, Almost Kings has finished the writing/preproduction stage for their new album and will begin recording in January. I AM SO EXCITED!
I hope that all of my followers have a very Merry Christmas. I’ll be back in the new year!
