According to the interwebs Henry Rollins said it...

worth sharing... and yes I don't always think about all the people working so hard to make sure it's a great show.  It's not just the performers but many others too.

Linky Love - Weird Inspirations for Beloved Popular Songs

 

 

I enjoyed this Listverse article and thought I would share it with you.  It's always interesting to hear the stories behind songs. 

Full article

SOTD - Billie Joe + Norah - Long Time Gone

I'm listening to the album Foreverly by Billie Joe Armstrong and Norah Jones and I'm loving it.  How does this even happen?  Are they friends?  They just kick around ideas and this is the result.  I think it's amazing and my SOTD is Long Time Gone. 

SOTD - Hell and Back by Airborne Toxic Event

Ahh a new favorite song.  How do I know when it's a favorite.  When I star it as a favorite the first time I listen to it.  When I hear when I'm falling asleep.  When it's the soundtrack to my dreams.  So here's Hell and Back by Airborne Toxic Event.  Just a catchy, catchy song.  I hope you like it as much as I do. 

Zane Williams at Billy Bob's Texas

Urgh!  I hate that I didn't get a good picture last night.  Next time I will walk right up to the stage and snap one.  So this is not a pic of Zane Williams at Billy Bob's.  It is actually a still from his video for Overnight Success which I posted below.  Last night was his first headlining performance at Billy Bob's and my first time seeing him.  If you aren't familiar, Zane Williams is a Texas country performer and HE IS AWESOME!  Okay, I just love him.  What makes you love a certain artist and their music, I don't know but I completely dig him.  I did miss the first song or two which is a bummer since I'm sure he probably played Kissin' which is one of my favorites off the new album, just because it's so sweet and cute.  I had invited a bunch of friends but some dissed me and Zane for cheap beer or because it was raining - lame!  They missed a fabulous show. 

 

This is Overnight Success my favorite Zane song.  I know I've posted it before but I'm posting it again.  Half the reason I have a music blog is so I can pimp people I love. 

 

 

Here's my best attempt at a setlist. 

Little Too Late
On a Good Day
Pablo and Maria
Driving My Life Away - Eddie Rabbit cover
Overnight Success
Amarillo by Morning
Louisiana Saturday Night
If You're Gonna Play in Texas
Calling Baton Rouge
Wagon Wheel
99 Bottles

Amanda Sue, Zane and me - fun night!

Linky Love - Five Places to go Record Digging

Here is a fabulous article about where to shop for records.  There are hold outs ....


http://mylifescoop.com/2013/11/15/top-places-to-go-record-digging-in-america/

If you are in the DFW check out Doc's Records and Vintage located on Camp Bowie.  Half Price Books is also a great place to look.  If I could find a fabulous mid century working record player,  I might join the vinyl collectors.  Maybe this should be added to my wish list. 

My favorite music apps

I do miss record store days.  I guess there are still some hold out record stores but they are definitely becoming a thing of the past.  Most people that I know don't even buy CD's anymore.  We are living in the digital age.  It's sad to see things go but there are so many new exciting things that make it easier than ever to discover great new music.  I just wanted to share a few of my favorite apps. 

Spotify!!!  I love Spotify!  It is absolutely the best $10 I spend a month.  I love hearing my music without commercials.  I love having my music on my phone.  I love creating and sharing playlists.  I love being able to hear new music without having to buy an album that I may or may not like.  I am Amy Trevino on Spotify.  Find me and follow me and I will follow you back.  I still financially support artists I love by going to their shows and buying merch if my budget allows. 

https://www.spotify.com/us/

Band in Town.  You can track your favorite artists and find out when they schedule shows in your area.  No more missing shows.  You can also just see who is playing on any given night.  Such an awesome app.  It also interfaces with Facebook so you can use it to let your friends know you're going to a show and invite them along. 

http://www.bandsintown.com/home

Shazam - What's that song?  I used to try to remember lyrics and Google them.  That's no longer necessary now you just Shazam the song and they will tell you the artist and title.  Not 100% because I like local music and some obscure music, Shazam doesn't always help me but most times it does its job well.

http://www.shazam.com/