The Strokes Strike Again!

If you know me well... you may know that I am flipping out about one thing in particular. I've known for a good three months or so that the Strokes have been writing and recording demo's for a new LP, but the time is coming near, kids! Fab recently confirmed that the wraps are being put on the record, and that it should be released in September.

                                                          Don't worry boys, were waiting too.

With Julian touring in promotion of his new solo album Phrazes For the Young, and with Albert in and out of rehab.. I will admit... I was skeptical, but it is finally happening! In interviews Julian described the new record as being inspired by the likes of Thin Lizzy as well as A-HA, two of my favorites. I couldn't be more thrilled. The Strokes have a knack for evolving their sound, and creating something that is diverse and still reminiscent of their beginnings. These guys have been my favorite band for ages, so it will be interesting to see where the mighty wind blows them on this next album.

*update- The new album release date is still to be set, but is sure to come much later than it was originally deliberated. For now they are playing gigs in the UK and surrounding areas, which will have to do for now. 

Flip off- Tip off

Meet my new baby! I finally got the flip mino HD. I lurve it! I am so excited to revert back to my middle school state of taping everything with my friends, and ultimately making a fool of myself. Expect videos in the future! I'm terrible at uploading pictures and such, so maybe this will be a bit different.

lost in LOST!

Well world... I am addicted to a show. I never in a million years thought it was possible.  As I often do, I missed the trend, so I have been streaming every episode from my Netflix account like a maniac. I'm hoping I can at least catch up to the current season after a couple more weeks. I usually don't watch TV, and when I do I'm not much of a action/adventure enthusiast, but I'm thinking that that fact will be changing. I am almost done with season two...so I'm not too far into it but I can't stop! So far it seems that people are 'dying' to get off of that darn island! hah...hah...


                                                                                    

Fashion First

Regretfully, I have been forced to abandon all skirts, dresses or any non-leg baring attire. The weather has become so cold, that even the thickest winter tights won't keep me the slightest bit warm.  Ironically, after wearing jeans my whole life,  I have wanted nothing more than to wear skirts and dresses every single day. My style as of late has become so practical, but somehow i'm coping. So my formulaic winter fashion is something like the picture below:

Sorry for the Headless pictures lately!

Shirt- unknown

Tank- Old Navy

Jeans- Macys

Shoes- Marc by Marc Jacobs

Cowl- Forever 21

I love layering scarves, sweaters and different colors, but I am desperately waiting for warmer weather to roll around! Today, my friends and I spent our afternoon browsing some new summer styles...rompers and tank dresses... here I come! [after I unthaw of course!] The flats are my newest addition and I am in LOVE! Marc Jacobs has such a knack for creating the perfect shoe, the perfect silhouette....the perfect everything for my size,style, and addiction. I love the simple yet elegant shape of them, and love how they are accented with zippers and stars, yet don't look the least bit cluttered. 

Giving patience the boot...literally

I did it. I put down the money to buy the pair of boots that I have been dreaming about for months and months. They are fantastic! They are a dreamy boho wonder. Perfect with dresses...or skirts... or jeans *sigh*

Oh, it is love... as far as new boots go

So I went against my original plan to buy vintage, and bought a new pair of WOMENS frye campus boots. This detail is important. Tons of people just took small mens vintage pairs of boots and sold them for women. No biggie, I guess... but if I was going to pay good money for a pair of boots, I decided that a pair of brand new ones for twenty bucks more was worth the lack of man sweat embedded in them.

Mission Guit-possible

So, I am finally pursuing my wildest rockstar dreams. I've finally picked up the weight of learning guitar, and carefully placed it on my scrawny shoulders. I remember, as a child dreaming of being in a band like Ac/Dc or Def Leppard when most other kids dreamed of being the next Britney Spears. Well, that was until I realized that I was not a fifty year old man. . . Nor did I posses the power to pick up and wield the axe.

Her name is Carmen

However, I am learning. I may not be able to play a sold out stadium yet...or ever for that matter, but I am positive that life will go on. Sometimes friends and family are audience enough. It is the most amazing feeling to create something as unique and beautiful as a simple sound. I might just be addicted to this little hobby of mine, and believe me

I don't mind!

Mid-Week Obsession

Okay, world. I am smitten.. with a band. It's been quite a long bit since I have fallen completely head over heels with a new sound, but Phoenix has been stuck on repeat this week. The band hails from france, and has me completely captivated from their catchy lyrics, right down to their guitar driven sound. Check them out here ....



I am so in love!