I have been thinking about this for awhile now (and actively trying to achieve this new goal), but I have decided that I need to take more photos and video of my life. I know what you are thinking. You are thinking "But, Monika, you have over 350 videos on YouTube, countless photos on Flickr and always have a camera in your massive purse!" Yes, this may be true, however, how many of those photos feature me with my friends, just hanging out and having a good time? Not very many. The only photos of myself are the vanity Instagram pics that end up being my ...
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Fork Me
It is no secret that I will sign up for any new service and download most new apps, but most of them are gone from my iPhone and my memory within a few days (some within hours). Even more rare is the app that I find myself using almost immediately on a daily basis. Forkly is one of those apps. I was lucky enough to be a beta tester for them, but when I updated my iOS to beta 5 it borked my ability to use Forkly. That is when I knew that they were on to something. I was so annoyed that I couldn't fork my food ...
The Big Releaski Featuring Petals of Spain and Eldren
Tonight is a big night at Moe's BBQ (South). They are hosting The Big Releaski party for both Petals of Spain and Eldren. Why is it called the Big Releaski? Well Eldren is releasing a new *Free* EP and Petals of Spain are debuting "Lady Luck." But, that doesn't explain why it is called "The Big Releaski!" That is because tonight is also a theme night, and what better place to have a Big Lebowski themed party than at a bowling alley! I really hope someone dresses up like this guy (*ahem* Nick Crawford): Before heading down to Moe's, be sure to go to Eldren's website and download their ...
Concert: August 16, 2011 – Take To The Oars
Bored? Want something to do tonight? Local band Take To The Oars is opening for Evaline at the Marquis Theatre. Never seen them before? Their energy on stage is infectious. Watching Mike head bang while rocking out on guitar is bound to get you moving, or at least bobbing your head a little. Plus, who doesn't like a song that features an accordion? Sticks and Stones is one of my favorites: They were also at the Underground Music Festival where Kaila and I met up with Mike and took this photo with Spiderman: If you go, be sure to let us know what you think of ...
Band: In The Whale
Despite being the 11th annual UMS, the 2011 Underground Music Showcase was my first. It was not quite as crazy and packed as South by Southwest, but I was definitely impressed with the number of music fans and bands that attended. Many of the bands I saw at UMS were ones that I had heard of and/or seen before, but one band that was neither of those things was In The Whale. This two-piece band put on an incredible show to some of the top musicians in Denver. In the crowd were members of My Body Sings Electric, The Photo Atlas, Epilogues and more. In The ...
Bohemian Nights at New West Fest 2011
Tomorrow is the start of the 2011 Bohemian Nights music festival at New West Fest in Fort Collins. Since I grew up in Fort Collins, I have been dragged to my fair share of New West Fests, but I must say, they are getting increasingly better with each year. The main focus of New West Fest used to be arts and crafts, and while many vendors still have booths and sell their art, the focus has changed and is now more music related. A few years ago the Bohemian Foundation came in and funded the music for the whole weekend and has been growing the festival ...
My latest musical obsession: Scattered Trees
Currently Obsessed with Scattered Trees thanks to Petals of Spain. They posted this video earlier, and I fell in love with both the video and the song. Then I started listening to the whole album and have had this song on repeat for the better part of an hour. Something about the drums and the tambourine in this song just have me mesmerized (yes, it is quite possible that my medication has something to do with this obsession, I still stand by my obsession though).
Ludo Returns to Denver!
So excited to see Ludo play the Marquis tonight! Here is the acoustic version of Love Me Dead from the last time they came to Denver in October: Their CD's remind me of a rock opera. The songs also remind me of Dracula's Lament from Forgetting Sarah Marshall: Hopefully I will get more video from their show tonight!
Latest Music Obsession: Paper Wolves
This latest band comes to you all the way from Australia! (Look at me branching out beyond my Denver roots :p) Ok, so while this band is from Australia, I have to fess up, I was introduced to them through a local band. Three years ago, Paper Wolves member, Mike Horbacz was in the band The Mile After and they toured with my brother's band, Tickle Me Pink. For my birthday that year, my parents gave me a trip out to California to see TMP play in Pomona and at the House Of Blues in LA. I fell in LOVE with The Mile After in Cali and ...
My *Tentative* UMS Schedule
The 11th annual Underground Music Showcase is this week! I have never been to this festival before, but I am excited to be going this year. Below is my first draft of my schedule (yes, I realize there are some overlapping times, but this is my first draft and it is mainly a list of bands I want to see). Making this list was hard work! There are over 325 bands playing 25 different venues, and of course, a lot of the bands I want to see are playing at the same time. Many of the bands below I have seen play multiple shows, so I am ...
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