Recently…

School is really stressful.. and it pretty much occupies all of my time.  But, here are some other things that have been going on:

Been listening to lots of Coldplay… trying to learn just how they create amazing songs with such simple melodies.  It’s challenging, but it’s really fun.

Our band has been rocking lately.  We call ourselves Technicolor.  I play with a group of guys usually once a week & we’ve been working on a song for a long time that I’m super excited about.  It’s killer, man.  I’ve never felt so good about anything I’ve written before.  We’re auditioning for the Providence Variety Show (or a giant school-wide talent show, whichever you prefer) next week.  I really think we’ve got what it takes to make it into the show.

We recorded it on a little device that may allow me to post it in the near future.  So be looking out for that…   And, who knows?  Maybe Technicolor will become a household name someday.. You never know

Currently Listening to: Lovers in Japan by Coldplay

An iPod on shuffle holds limitless possibilities…

I just discovered a new music gem.  Listening to my iPod, I found this guy that I haven’t heard in a while.

 –> Any Way You Want It by Journey.  Oh my goodness.

The song is super catchy, has some killer guitar lines, and just makes you want to dance like it was 1980.  (Not that I would know what it was like at that time..  just using an expression!)

You should really go listen to it.  It’ll make you want to sing along and indulge yourself all over again with music from that wonderful time period. 

Everybody loves a good update!

Here’s just a quick update:  My man Jesse did this today, and he inspired me to do the same

School’s been better now that I’ve transitioned from Summer back in to the school year.  I’ve been trying to be more creative in my music lately.  I’ve been coming up with melodies/song ideas based on the way Coldplay and U2 write there’s, but now im trying to be more unique in the way I do it.  It’s pretty exciting!  The guys that I play with are excited about the sound we’re going for too.

The prayer group that I talked about in the last post is going to be a reality.  I’m pretty stoked to see how God is going to use it.  I’ve gots lots of ideas and feel encouraged about it!  Please pray for me in this area, that I will be strong enough to lead this group and persue God through it. 

This week was Chick-fil-A giveaway week, and boy, have I taken advantage of that.  I’ve gotten free ‘chick-n-strips’, a chicken biscuit, and a milkshake.  I love that place.  What a great way to get publicity and to market your products.  They made me feel like i need to have a chicken biscuit every morning.  That’s pretty impressive…

I’ve been listening to lots of Angels & Airwaves lately (for free on Pandora!).  Those guys can really write good music.  Also, Coldplay’s “X & Y” album and U2’s “Where the Streets Have No Name” have been playing a lot in my room, too.

Blessings!