Saturday, October 04, 2008

Viva La Vida


Though I had a lot of respect for Coldplay it wasn't until an ex's influence that I started to really get into their music and become a fan. It was the 2003 live DVD that eventually won me over and then the release of X&Y which sealed the deal. Therefore I just wanted to take this moment to declare my undying love for Viva La Vida, an absolutely brilliant album on every conceivable scale.

Wednesday, October 01, 2008

Book of Corporate Life

I don't usually like to post things that have been forwarded to me, however this one was too good to pass up. Plus I forwarded it to myself anyways (Off a friends computer)


Today's reading is from the Book of Corporate Life,
Chapter 11, verses 1-15:

1. In the beginning was the Plan.
2. And then came the Assumptions.
3. And the Assumptions were without form.
4. And the Plan was without Substance.
5. And darkness was upon the face of the Workers.
6. And the Workers spoke among themselves saying, "It is a crock of shit and it stinks."
7. And the Workers went unto their Supervisors and said, "It is a crock of dung and we cannot live with the smell."
8. And the Supervisors went unto their Managers saying, "It is a container of organic waste, and it is very strong, such that none may abide by it."
9. And the Managers went unto their Directors, saying, "It is a vessel of fertilizer, and none may abide its strength."
10. And the Directors spoke among themselves, saying to one another; "It contains that which aids plant growth, and it is very strong."
11. And the directors went to the Vice Presidents, saying unto them, "It promotes growth, and it is very powerful."
12. And the Vice Presidents went to the President, saying unto him "It has very powerful effects."
13. And the President looked upon the Plan and saw that it was good.
14. And the Plan became Policy.
15. And that is how Shit Happens.


Thanks Dellbo!

Saturday, September 20, 2008

Electric Nightmares


As with most of my inspirations, I was struck in middle of the night when I should have been sleeping. Thank God it wasn't a work night. It started with a deep bassline that soon had a melody and then an entire song structure before long. I knew I'd regret it if I didn't get out of bed and get some of it recorded. I'm glad I did.
I'm very pleased with how this song turned out and I can't wait to find out how it works live. Again I've disabled the downloads while I look for a label release.
Enjoy!
-John
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Monday, September 15, 2008

Tay Zonday

Not only did Tay Zonday (of Chocolate Rain fame) write another incredible song but very graciously posted the vocal track for all to play with. How could I resist? Check it out:

The Original: (Explode)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ca9GJ6mMxLw

My Remix: (J5 Remix)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cEWIvh1GtM

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Sunday, July 13, 2008

Hancock


Very few movies can ever be described as perfect. I you really wanted to, a person could take apart any movie and judge it to death. Critics make a living doing this. I guess its part of the job description; to not like anything. Ever. Hancock got a lot of poor and mediocre reviews and none of them were justified. It isn't a perfect movie but it certainly is so much better then what its made out to be. Its a fantastic movie with a fantastic story. I'd recommend it to anybody. Geez, what did Will Smith ever do to you guys?

Thursday, June 26, 2008

Boom.


You know those people who add to the noise pollution in the city with their overpowered subs which rattle their cars to pieces and disrupt the lives of everyone around them? Yeah, I guess I'm one of those people now. This is my very first set up and though it is a fairly modest one, it does its job and it does it well. What a way to start the summer.

Friday, March 21, 2008

Industrial Acid


After investing many hours at my computer (following up on an inspiration I had one afternoon) I've finally completed what is certainly my strongest song yet. Its entitled "Industrial Acid" and I like to call it my very first label contender. As with all my other songs you can check it out on my myspace page. I've disabled the download options as I pimp this one out to some of my favourite labels. However if you buy me icecream I'm more likely to share it with you.
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