I don't remember the first time I listened to a Metric song but I remember instantly falling head over heels with the Canadian band's 2008 hit "Help I'm Alive." If watch movies (and pay attention to the soundtrack/ score) they might be a familiar sound. Their music has been featured in The Twilight Saga: Eclipse and Scott Pilgrim … Continue reading Secret Heart Playlist Track 7: Stadium Love
Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 6: Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want
I'm a big fan of the music duo She & Him comprised of Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward. I love the soulful 60's vibe they give their songs, especially their cover of the Smith's Please, Please, Please, Let me Get What I Want," that first appeared on the soundtrack to one of my favorite movies 500 … Continue reading Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 6: Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want
Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 5: La Bamba
Fun fact about me: just like Avery in Secret Heart in middle school I had to memorize "La Bamba" by Ritchie Valens for extra credit. I still know the entire thing by heart and will occasionally sing it when asked, though it is not my go to Karaoke song (the B-52's "Love Shack," is but you'll have … Continue reading Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 5: La Bamba
Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 4: I’m Making Eyes At You
"I'm Making Eyes At You" is one of my favorite songs in the Secret Heart soundtrack. The beat is so infectious it's hard not to dance in my chair. This song is almost as good as "I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance With You." So you want my affection? We both know you'll only … Continue reading Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 4: I’m Making Eyes At You
Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 3: Modern Love
I've been a fan of Bloc Party since their album Silent Alarm released in 2004. The song, "Modern Love" still haunts me, so naturally it made it's way to my playlist while writing Secret Heart and then it magically worked it's way into a scene with Madison and Avery. What are you holding out for? What's always in the … Continue reading Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 3: Modern Love
Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 2: Closer
Avery is pretty much a fictional version of Tegan and Sara, so it's only natural that the soundtrack to Secret Heart is full of Tegan and Sara songs. Also, a little known fact: I was at a Tegan and Sara show in 2012 when the seed of this story was planted (at the time I was … Continue reading Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 2: Closer
Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 1: This is Anarchy
In creating my soundtrack for Secret Heart, I wanted to include bands I love. The first song on Avery's playlist in the book is "This is Anarchy" by Tacocat, a feminist-pop quartet from Seattle. Smash the state, dirty plates, sleep all day so I can stay up late This is anarchy Just can’t do the … Continue reading Secret Heart Soundtrack Track 1: This is Anarchy
Tune in Tuesday: My Silver Lining
In light of all the sad shit floating around the world, this is my new "pick me up" song by First Aid Kit for those rough days. I don't want to wait anymore I'm tired of looking for answers Take me some place where there's music and there's laughter I don't know if I'm scared … Continue reading Tune in Tuesday: My Silver Lining
Reflections and Resolutions
I can't believe 2013 is almost over. Actually I CAN believe it because I'm looking at a calendar and today is Tuesday, December 31st. You know that saying that goes "The days are long but the years are short?" Somehow all of my days in 2013 seemed extra short. It was a busy year as years … Continue reading Reflections and Resolutions
Rejection Playlist Volume 3, Track 10 “I Don’t Love Anyone”
This Belle and Sebastian song has been around awhile but I only recently heard it on the GIRLS soundtrack (which is AMAZEBALLS) and it's been haunting me in a good way ever since. In addition to this being perfect for the playlist, it's also quite handy to sing to yourself in line at the post … Continue reading Rejection Playlist Volume 3, Track 10 “I Don’t Love Anyone”
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