Album Suggestion -- B.o.B

I normally just post youtube videos of the songs I'm liking at the moment, but I felt like I needed to put this up or my entire blog would be filled with B.o.B videos. If you haven't already, I highly HIGHLY recommend you check out B.o.B's new album "B.o.B Presents: The Adventures of Bobby Ray". I got it on a whim because I was sort of liking the current single off of it (Nothing On You) and I instantly feel in love. The single is probably my LEAST favorite song on the album, which is saying a lot considering I actually quite like the single. The album is quite diverse, and includes some pretty cool collabs (Haley from Paramore is on it, as is Eminem and Lupe Fiasco). My fave tune on the album is "Past My Shades" which is sort of an anthem to being a baller featuring Lupe Fiasco. I also quite like "Don't Let Me Fall" and "Lovelier Than You". I was surprised on these tracks that not only does B.o.B rap, he also sings. Seriously, if you are looking for something fresh and new for the summer, get thissss. I LOVE ITTT!!

Blame ft. Ruff Sqwad - On My Own (Official Video) - Out 25th April 2010

Just heard this on BBC Radio 1xtra and nearly died. SUCH A TUUUNE! Why is Tinchy Stryder so ahhhmazin lol?

JLS MEET AND GREET VIDEO!!

This the video posted from the meet and greet with JLS!! I'm the one sitting in the front row to the left while they are performing, although I'm a bit pissed they didn't post any video of our meet and greet :( It's ok, I've got the pictures to prove it. Still, pretty hot right?!?! LOVE THEM! Greatest day EVERRR.

Updates.

Just thought I'd share a few updates on how things are going chez moi! To be fair, my life is quite boring right now, but things are going to start ramping up again in the next few weeks.

1. Model UN -- It's totally dominating my life right now, which is totally awesome! I love MUN more than just about anything, and it has definitely defined my college career. HAHA. Friday I did a simulation/training session with Newberry Academy, a middle school on the northside. We did the typical fruits and vegetables thing that I love and I taught them all the rules of procedure. It was quite hilarious, particularly when the banana delegation started to go on about sexual education and then cucumber joined in (haha, get it?). Next Friday I'm the Secretary-General for Global Classrooms Chicago, which is a pretty big deal. I'm just in charge, ya know... then in just over two weeks I'm flying to New York City to be an Under-Secretary General for the UNAs number one high school conference (AT THE UN!).

2. School -- It's my last quarter of undergrad, my thesis is in, I've pretty much shut down... haha.

3. Life -- Still working out plans for next year. Looking for a car and an apartment right now. It's not as easy as you'd think :(

HAHA that's all. Things are pretty chill right now.

xoxo Nora

Chipmunk - Until You Were Gone Feat. Esmee Denters

If you've ever actually looked at the videos I post then you'll already know that I love Chipmunk. I'm not entirely sure why this is, but I really like the happier up-beat vibe that his songs have. A lot of the artists in his genre are pretty angry, so its refreshing to have something a bit nicer to listen to. This is Chippy's newest single... tomorrow it'll be known if it charts at #1 or #2 (against Diana Vickers, which I LOVE as well).

Florence and the Machine -- Dog Days -- House of Blues Chicago

I went to this show on April 12th. It may have been the best live set I have ever seen in my life! Florence is incredibly talented, and she is one of those artists that sounds way better live than on the CD because you can really get a feel for her amazing voice live. Such a great time.

Unfortunately this is a short clip and its not the best quality. But still, you get the gist of it right? SO GOOD.

B.o.B - Airplanes Feat. Hayley Williams of Paramore

I prefer to share music videos so you can really get the essence of a song, but this one just doesn't have a video to go with it and it needs to be shared. HOT TRACK. B.o.B is gonna dominate the airwaves this summer, just warning you now ;-)

I'm a big fan of this track as it crosses over the pop/rock genre with the hip-hop genre, a sort of crossover that is becoming more relevant today.

Also, listen to Airplanes pt.2 featuring Eminem. Also, good, though I prefer this version.