Denise Haze » Music

New Tunes

Denise — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:29:02 +0000

Been listening to Spotify pretty much non-stop since I got my free invitation a couple weeks ago. I tried it for a couple of days and I knew that I liked it. So I sprang for the $5 to get unlimited music and no ads. It is SO worth it. I get all the new albums and all the songs I want. Actually discovered a few new bands that I’ve never heard and found a couple songs to add to my playlist.

R.I.P. Amy

Denise — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:16:17 +0000

What sad news to hear that Amy Winehouse has passed away. Her music was wonderful, Another talent gone too soon.

Oscar Trivia

Denise — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 19:07:18 +0000

The past month I have been exploring and learning about musical composers. My interest goes all the way back to the classical geniuses like Mozart and Vivaldi, and all the way to contemporary composers who we all hear but probably do not appreciate for their work on movie scores and soundtracks.

Came across this tidbit today and I’ve already given you a huge hint. Can you name the one person who has received the most Oscar nominations of any category, ever?

Answer: Composer John Williams.

Bonna – ROOOO!

Denise — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 18:47:54 +0000

This next week is all about music. The 10th annual Bonnaroo Festival is like Tennessee’s answer to Woodstock back in the 1960′s. There are going to be huge crowds, lots and lots of great music music and many great memories made. I can’t wait!

Rappers

Denise — Thu, 12 May 2011 22:29:40 +0000

Seems like there are a handful of established, top rappers and hundreds of one shot wonders out there. If you had to name 10 rappers, could you do it? I recognize the names when I see them in print, but to just stare at you and think of the names of ten of them – nope, I can’t do it.

Besides Lil Wayne and Chris Brown, that’s it for me. Oh yeah, there’s this guy called Common. He’s from Chicago so Obama has invited him to the White House, trying to be cool. Bleh.

New Music

Denise — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 11:16:49 +0000

This time of year there is not much new music being released. All the bands are busy going to fairs and festivals and arenas to promote the music they have already recorded. To the bands who can still be creative while touring – I applaud you.

Thanksgiving Home Movies

Denise — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 18:35:52 +0000

For the family Thanksgiving dinner that was held at my parents house my kid brother had the insight to bring several DVDs that he had made from the old home movies that were on VHS and had no sound. He had them playing on the big screen in the family room so that everyone was able to watch and enjoy them as we were waiting for the food to be ready and then while we pigged out and there was even plenty enough left to continue playing and entertaining until the last people left.

It was awesome to see these videos along with the family and friends that gathered that day. I have to hand it to my brother setting the whole thing up. Maybe one day one of us will take the time and put music together with them all, but that will take a lot of time and effort so I don’t see it happening any time soon.

My Niece and Her Reviews, Summaries and Writings

Denise — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 19:01:27 +0000

My niece has asked me if she could submit some of her summaries of the various anime and mangos that she has been getting into lately. I’ve tried to encourage her to start her own blog, but she just doesn’t seem interested at this point so I have consented to her sending me her summaries and I’d post them for the world to see here in my playground.

So don’t be surprised if you see some of her writings here from time to time and that you will find them enlightening, entertaining and educational as well. She is a good kid and I want to continue to encourage her to write however she may choose to.

Rockstar by Nickelback

Denise — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 08:57:03 +0000

Rockstar by Nickelback

When I’m Gone by 3 Doors Down

Denise — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 08:55:54 +0000

When I’m Gone by 3 Doors Down

Thinking About You by Norah Jones

Denise — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 08:53:28 +0000

Thinking About You by Norah Jones

Angels On The Moon by Thriving Ivory

Denise — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 08:51:52 +0000

Angels On The Moon by Thriving Ivory

Here With Me by Dido

Denise — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 08:50:22 +0000

Here With Me by Dido

Love Song by Sara Bareilles

Denise — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 08:49:11 +0000

Love Song by Sara Bareilles

Sweet Surrender by Sarah McLachlan

Denise — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 08:47:53 +0000

Sweet Surrender by Sarah McLachlan