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Sixteen sad songs, part two

Posted on December 2, 2011 by David Forbes

As promised, here is the rest of the list. Each title links to a YouTube video of the song. Enjoy! 9) “Take Me Home,” Holly Cole I’m so sorry I broke your heart Please don’t leave my side Take me … Continue reading →

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Sixteen sad songs, part one

Posted on December 1, 2011 by David Forbes

I admit it: I like sad songs. There’s something about sad music that moves me in ways that other music doesn’t. Don’t misunderstand–I like lots of different kinds of music. But sad music holds a special place in my heart. … Continue reading →

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Great band: Florence + The Machine

Posted on November 12, 2011 by David Forbes
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Cool video and song from Fever Ray

Posted on April 21, 2011 by David Forbes

I found this through a Facebook thread on my buddy Blake Charleton’s profile, posted by a friend of his named Brendon McKenzie. Great song, cool spooky video. I immediately bought it and a few other songs by Fever Ray on … Continue reading →

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“Alice” by Avril Lavigne

Posted on March 15, 2011 by David Forbes

Finally saw the Tim Burton version of Alice in Wonderland this past weekend on Blu-ray. It was a pretty typical Burton flick; almost too easy for him, I think. Alice is the kind of whacked out psychedelic eye-candy movie Burton … Continue reading →

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Eleven-year-old’s cover of Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way”

Posted on March 12, 2011 by David Forbes

Whatever you think about Lady GaGa (I’m mostly a fan), this is a brilliant cover of her latest, “Born This Way.” This young lady has a bright future ahead of her. Enjoy.

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New Daft Punk music video for TRON: LEGACY

Posted on October 27, 2010 by David Forbes

My family and I just watched the original TRON to get caught up for the new one coming out next month. I hadn’t seen it since high school, and had very fond memories of it. Oh, my. While still entertaining, … Continue reading →

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Music video for 30 Seconds to Mars Into the Wild tour

Posted on October 16, 2010 by David Forbes

A great song, and a really well done video. Reminds one of the power music can have over our lives. There are some expertly framed shots throughout, and the scenes of masses of people pumping their fists are awe inspiring. … Continue reading →

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Imogen Heap’s HIDE AND SEEK

Posted on October 14, 2010 by David Forbes

I love this song! The first video is the original version of “Hide and Seek.” The second is a different version (not a remix, the vocal track is completely different) done for the Songs for Tibet disc. It sounds almost … Continue reading →

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How to play Pandora Radio in your car

Posted on September 21, 2010 by David Forbes

This is probably a, “Duh! We already knew that!” post for the more technically inclined readers, but since it was something I stumbled across by accident, I figured I’d pass along my new-found wisdom to anyone else who’s interested. For … Continue reading →

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