One word...sick.
Just an analog girl in a digital world...
12.30.2010
12.29.2010
DJ Wick-It is my new hero!
Now I loves me some mash-up mixtapes and I have a lot of favorites, but this sh*t right here (in my Katt Williams voice) is my newest obsession. DJ Wick-It has just rocked my world with this insane mixtape "The Brothers of Chico Dusty" taking The Black Keys "Brothers" album and mashing it so well with Big Boi's "Sir Luscious Left Foot."
The Brothers of Chico Dusty (Big Boi vs. The Black Keys) by wick-it
and thank me later :)
Hip Hop loves The Beatles
and so do I!
First it was Danger Mouse back in 2004 when he took Jay Z's "The Black Album" and mixed it perfectly with The Beatles "White Album" creating the oh so amazing "Gray Album." Then earlier this year producer Tom Caruana combined the Brits with some Wu Tang raps calling it "Enter the Magical Mystery Chambers." And now Evidence of Dilated Peoples jumps on board with his new mixtape "I Don't Need Love" But not only does Evidence rap over The Beatles track, but he also incorporates rare interviews making this combination a must hear.
First it was Danger Mouse back in 2004 when he took Jay Z's "The Black Album" and mixed it perfectly with The Beatles "White Album" creating the oh so amazing "Gray Album." Then earlier this year producer Tom Caruana combined the Brits with some Wu Tang raps calling it "Enter the Magical Mystery Chambers." And now Evidence of Dilated Peoples jumps on board with his new mixtape "I Don't Need Love" But not only does Evidence rap over The Beatles track, but he also incorporates rare interviews making this combination a must hear.
My Top 10 Films of 2010!
Although there are still a few films I need to see this award season (Blue Valentine, True Grit) I wanted to go ahead and announce my faves of the year...drum roll please...
4. The Fighter (David O. Russell)
3. The Kids Are All Right (Lisa Cholodenko)
2. The Social Network (David Finch)
10. Exit Through the Gift Shop (Banksy)
9. Nowhere Boy (Sam Taylor-Wood)
8. Waiting For Superman
7. The Town (Ben Affleck)
6. 127 Hours (Danny Boyle)
5. Toy Story 3
5. Toy Story 3
4. The Fighter (David O. Russell)
3. The Kids Are All Right (Lisa Cholodenko)
2. The Social Network (David Finch)
and even though I had to watch this film 3 times before I actually knew what was going on....my favorite movie of 2010 is...
1. Inception (Christopher Nolan)
Get Familiar - CHINESE MAN
A trio of French producers that uses mostly instrumental hip hop beats combined with African, Latin and even Indian music. Some of the sickest stuff I've ever heard. Do yourself a favor, and get familiar with Chinese Man.
Albums: The Groove Sessions Vol. 1 & 2
"I've Got That Tune" off Groove Session Vol 1
12.24.2010
Spirit Awards!
This just in...guess who'll be working with Film Independent on 2011 Independent Spirit Awards?!?! Yours truly!
The Spirit Awards honor independent film exclusively, making them the premier award event for the independent film community. They are held the day before the Oscars and this year the always hilarious Joel McHale will be hosting. Check out the nominees www.spiritawards.com
The Spirit Awards honor independent film exclusively, making them the premier award event for the independent film community. They are held the day before the Oscars and this year the always hilarious Joel McHale will be hosting. Check out the nominees www.spiritawards.com
Team 'Kids' all the way for Best Feature
Also, check out Film Independent www.filmindependent.org they're the organization behind both the Spirit Awards and The LA Film Festival.
12.23.2010
You will always be Dirk Diggler to me
With all the attention Mr. Marky Mark has been receiving for his "knockout" performance in THE FIGHTER, I wanted to take it back to the movie I first fell in love with him in...BOOGIE NIGHTS (1997)
Mark plays a young guy named Eddie Adams who eventually transform into Dirk Diggler, the porn star. Set in the late 1970s and early 1980s, the film is a tribute to the decor, style, culture, and social attitudes of the era. A killer ensemble cast including, Burt Reynolds, Julianne Moore, John C. Reilly, and Don Cheadle also directed by Mr. Paul T. Anderson. It's a must see/own! Netflix :)
Mark plays a young guy named Eddie Adams who eventually transform into Dirk Diggler, the porn star. Set in the late 1970s and early 1980s, the film is a tribute to the decor, style, culture, and social attitudes of the era. A killer ensemble cast including, Burt Reynolds, Julianne Moore, John C. Reilly, and Don Cheadle also directed by Mr. Paul T. Anderson. It's a must see/own! Netflix :)
12.20.2010
My Top 10 Albums of 2010
10. Aloe Blacc - Good Things
9. Gorillaz - Plastic Beach
8. Erykah Badu - New Amerykah Part Two
7. Broken Bells - Broken Bells
6. Vampire Weekend - Contra
5. Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings - I Learned the Hard Way
4. Janelle Monae - The Archandroid
3. Cee Lo Green - The Lady Killer
2. The Black Keys - Brothers
...and the winner is...of course
1. Kanye West
MY BEAUTIFUL DARK TWISTED FANTASY
1. Kanye West
MY BEAUTIFUL DARK TWISTED FANTASY
12.16.2010
Keep em' coming...
Second stop, Screen Actors Guild Awards!
Team 'Modern Family' for Ensemble cast in a Comedy Series
12.15.2010
Bring on the awards...
First stop, the Golden Globes!
Team 'Andrew Garfield' all the way! (for Best Supporting Actor)
12.13.2010
The Black Keys are my "Brothers"
It's about damn time!
As some of you may know (or could care less) the Grammy Award nominations were announced last week, and though the Grammys' are becoming less and less about the music these days; i.e. Taylor Swift winning 'Album of The Year' last year, I am super excited that one of my favorite bands is finally getting some love. The Black Key's album 'Brothers' picked up 5 nominations including 'Best Rock Song' for Tighten' Up.
The Black Keys have never sounded better! Teaming up with the one and only Danger Mouse on their last album 'Attack & Release' was the best thing ever. So it was only logic for them to continue that amazing collaboration with this album. 'Brothers' is filled with that funky, bluesy, raw sound that only The Black Keys could make. Check it out!
As some of you may know (or could care less) the Grammy Award nominations were announced last week, and though the Grammys' are becoming less and less about the music these days; i.e. Taylor Swift winning 'Album of The Year' last year, I am super excited that one of my favorite bands is finally getting some love. The Black Key's album 'Brothers' picked up 5 nominations including 'Best Rock Song' for Tighten' Up.
The Black Keys have never sounded better! Teaming up with the one and only Danger Mouse on their last album 'Attack & Release' was the best thing ever. So it was only logic for them to continue that amazing collaboration with this album. 'Brothers' is filled with that funky, bluesy, raw sound that only The Black Keys could make. Check it out!
Also, check out BlakRoc, which is a side project the duo made with some of hip hop's heavyweights. It's pretty f*cking amazing!
12.11.2010
The man behind the dream
"Thought: Why does man kill? He kills for food. And not only food: frequently there must be a beverage." - Woody Allen
It's only right that I start my blog off praising the man that inspires me to want to make great comedies...Mr. Woody Allen. Many people are quick to write Mr. Allen off for reasons regarding his personal life. Yes, he married his adopted daughter when she was only 16, but who are we to judge. I try not to think about it.
However, many forget that Mr. Allen is one of the most prolific American directors of his generation, who has written, directed and more often than not, starred in a film just about every year since 1969. He even has more Academy Award nominations (14 to be exact) for writing than anyone else. He's the man!
Now, if you're not too familiar with this man's work, let me make a few suggestions to get you started:
Start off with his classics...
"Annie Hall" - 1977
(Winner of 4 Academy Awards including 'Best Picture')
"Manhattan" - 1979
"Hannah and Her Sisters" - 1986
(Winner of 3 Academy Awards)
...then move on to some recent hits...
"Vicky Cristina Barcelona" - 2008
"Match Point" - 2005
...and if you want more, try some of my favorites...
...and if you want more, try some of my favorites...
"Bullets Over Broadway" - 1994
"Take the Money and Run" - 1969
Allow me to reinstroduce myself
The name's SpikeLeah and welcome to my new blog! Devoted strictly to the two things that bring me joy...MOVIES & MUSIC. I'm here to bring you my take on both... reviews on new releases, a look at my all time favorites, some hidden gems you might not be familiar with, and just some things that deserve a second chance. So with that, sit back, relax and enjoy the ride!
Oh, and feel free to comment...I love a good debate...I mean discussion ;)
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