Remember that time I discovered Tim Halperin on BuzzFeed and then a beautiful relationship happened? Yeah. Me too.
It's been about a year I feel, and now he's throwing out his next music video for his latest single "The Last Song!"
I LOVE the song, of course, but what I love even more- all of the money to make this video was raised.
This is what he said to me about it-
"The funding for the video came from fan donations, and I think the creativity/cinematic quality of the video will take it a long way. I think this video demonstrates the power of independent collaboration, apart from a major label or American Idol."
Without further ado, I'll let it prove this to you on its own-
He's insanely creative and talented, and like I told him- I'm so excited to see what happens once the Idol restraints are lifted.
Hopefully we'll have a surprise for everyone in College Station soon! ;) Also.. Hopefully I can be his video girl some day... I think I could be pretty great at it, just sayin.
If you haven't heard this yet, you've been hiding under a rock. You'll probably be hearing it on the radio a lot more now, though. It's beautiful.
Jackson Harris--> Long Story Short
It was a little cheesy for me at first, but who am I kidding?! I LOVE cheesy/catchy songs! Plus- he's cute and has a good voice!
Kelly Rowland ft. Lil Wayne--> Motivation
She looks hott and her voice is hella seductive. I wish she'd come out with a radio banger, but I don't think this will do it for her... in top 40, anyway. Either way, it's a good sexual song to have. ;)
Mac Miller--> Knock Knock
People have been talkin about this kid "getting ready to blow up" for a while, so here's his chance. I'm not blown away, but he definitely has talent, and he'll definitely be someone to keep an eye on. As the song goes on, I like it more.
Owl City--> Deer in the Headlights
This is only a clip of it, obviously, and normally I'm not a fan of Owl City, but this is upbeat and fun. I definitely won't mind hearing it.
Wish--> Suga Daddy
Umm, LOVE her voice/sound! And love this song. And it should be my theme song, as soon as I find me one of these. This might be my favorite song of the week, seriously.
Train--> Save Me San Francisco
This sounds a lot more like old-school Train than their past few. Again, it's a fun song that I can totally jam to, especially outside at a BBQ or something.
Ciara ft. Usher--> Turn it Up
I can see this being big for the summertime. Don't call it a comeback, Ciara.
Freshmen--> Hello There
Interesting. I feel like I shouldn't like this because I'll be a hypocrite for disliking other songs, but like... I LOVE SUMMER SONGS! Yes, yes, yes!
Decide for yourself:
Hollywood Undead--> Coming Back Down
I'm iffy about this one. It's weird. It doesn't sound like something that should be played on air, it sounds very underground.
Avril Lavigne--> Smile
It's pretty old-school Avril, but I don't enjoy it. Maybe it'll grow on me.
Dev--> In the Dark
Not a fan of the beat. I bet I'll love it on the dance floor, but I don't love it in my room.
Kerli--> Army of Love
Her voice does NOT match her looks, that's for sure! I like her voice, and I think she has potential, but this song is not selling me.
I've known D-Why for a few years now [he's a fellow Mountaineer and even won Homecoming King, HOLLA!], he's been featured on my "Local Limelight" about a year ago, but for whatever reason he's bojangled on getting an interview/feature on this site!
He's not bojanglin' when it comes to his hustle, though. I'm pretty proud of him, really.
I was ESPECIALLY proud when I saw this video. It's just really good. ANYONE will like it because even I like this song.. and it takes more than just someone who can spit a rap for me to like their "underground" song. [Yes, even if it's a friend of mine, I'm not going to share their music with you if I think it blows.]
Anyway, check it out! He's gone from Morgantown to NYC and he's KILLIN' IT. Can't wait to see it when he really takes off.
He's a crazy guy who's got a lot to let out into the world. Check out more of his stuff and show him some love! I already saw some people sharing this on Facebook and I have no idea how they know him, but I'll take full credit I'm not mad about it.
Seal's got a new album coming out. He was on Dancing with the Stars last night, and now he's got a super hott and heavy music video that is going to have the WORLD talking about him at the perfect time.
I always tried to imagine him and Heidi doin' the dirty, but couldn't. Well... Now I don't have to imagine it, because I can watch it in his new music video for "Secret." [Sorry about the auto-start. As soon as I find another version to embed, I'll change it!]
Seriously... How beautiful is Heidi?! Goodness. No makeup and still flawless. And Seal... dang boy.
I don't think I listened to the song, but boy did I watch every second of that. Don't judge me.
Tweet I missed last week's new music, thought I slipped under the radar with it, but then got yelled at by Mikey P... so without further ado, here's the music you need to add to your collection ASAP.
Akon--> Angel
This is definitely the one everyone is talking about this week. At first listen, I was eh... It grows on ya, for sure.
Marianas Trench--> Cross My Heart
It's not my favorite kind of music, but it's a good song! Worth a listen, for sure.
Eminem ft. Lil Wayne--> No Love
Obviously I LOVE the 90s sampling in it! I think it's pretty crazy awesome that Weezy and Em are on a track together, too. Let's be honest- that alone should be the reason you listen to this.
Matisse ft. Akon--> Better Than Her
Akon on two tracks this week, watch out! I totally dig this song. I wish she wasn't auto-tuned... I feel like she doesn't need to be. It's a bit much, but it's still a song I enjoy.
Pitbull ft. T-Pain--> Hey Baby
I like the beat a lot. Actually, I like the whole song. It shall go on my "get ready to go out" playlist.
Afrojack ft. Eva Simons--> Take Over Control
My Florida DJ BF says this is going to be a huge club banger. Get to know it but more importantly- know the beat. :)
Jerrod Niemann--> What Do You Want?
He's the guy who sings "Lover, Lover" and this is a freakin' gorgeous song. It's not happy, but it's really pretty and you'll love it.
LoCash Cowboys--> Keep In Mind The Country music peeps are comparing this to Lonestar's "Amazed." That's huge. I do like it, for sure. We shall see if it lives up to the hype, though.
Before we get into the ready-for-radio singles, Lady Gaga sang a new song at her concert the other night. It's called "Livin On The Radio."
I actually reeeaaallly like it. It's different than her normal stuff, which is refreshing and just what I need for her to reel me in.
Kanye West and Justin Bieber have also officially collaborated... With Raekwon... for "Runaway Love."
That one I'm NOT a fan of. If Kanye and J Biebs collabo, it could be epic. This... is not so epic. He sounds very young-MJ to me which is cool, though.
Now onto the radio-bound songs.
Lights Over Paris--> Turn Off the Lights
It reminds me of a group singing an Adam Lambert song or something. They're totally trying to capitalize on the 7 billion dollar vampire industry. It's meh to me. I don't hate it, but it's definitely background music.
The Maine--> Right Girl
I feel like Fall is when all of this band music pops up quite a bit. I can dig this song if I need to.
Soulja Boy--> Blowin Me Kisses
Ohhh Soulja Boy... You are one of a kind. In a not so musically talented way. It's very him. Nuff said.
Trey Songz ft. Nicki Minaj--> Bottoms Up
Ummmm can I go out right now and start gettin' down to this song?! Please and thanks.
Carrie Underwood--> Mama's Song
Anything Carrie and anything about Mamas is going to be a hit. It's normally a song I tend to skip over on her album, but mostly because it's slow. It's definitely good.
I forget where I've heard this song. There must have been a movie or I included it on my Tunes on Tuesday or something. Anyway, it's Tim Halperin's "She Runs."
That's not really what matters.
His music video is a one-take video with changing scenes and everything! It's... amazing. I like the direction music videos are going with their creativity.
SO GOOD, right?!
And just in case you wanna know how cool it is to make this all happen, there's a behind the scenes video:
All the new, good music before it hits the radio waves!
Eminem ft. Rihanna--> Love the Way You Lie
I think Eminem has got a bit dark for me. What happened to the funny Slim Shady?! It's a pretty song on Rihanna's part, but that's about it.
Neon Trees--> Animal
I can't remember if I posted this a couple weeks ago or not. Either way- I kinda dig it. Totally downloadable.
Auburn--> La La La
It's fun! It's not a GOOD song, but it's fun!
Ciara ft. Ludacris--> Ride
BABY MAKIN MUSIC! Holyyy molyyy. She's droppin' the gymnast word, too! Dee-zang.
Iyaz--> So Big
Kinda weird that it's a bit slower than normal for him I feel like, but it's not bad! Let it grow on me and I'll probably love it.
Flo Rida ft. David Guetta--> Club Can't Handle Me
Club banger! David Guetta is on his ish!
Daughtry--> September
It's no secret I'm a Daughtry fan. It's a pretty, slow song. It's a bit different than their other stuff! I enjoy.
Kris Allen ft. Pat Monahan--> The Truth
Eep. I also heart Kris Allen. You might not. It's not the most amazing song ever... but if you like Kris, you'll like this.
Lights Over Paris--> Turn Off The Lights
Meh. Not my style, but if you like the punky rockish music, you might enjoy!
Miranda Lambert--> Only Prettier
She's coming off her biggest single and the song they're saying could be the best of the year... She's gotta lot to live up to... And I don't think she did it with this one.
Darius Rucker--> Come Back Song
Jammin' country song... mainly because it's Darius. I heart.
That's all for now! Havin' some issues with my "system" even though I learned the Internet's best kept secret today!
You already know I've been gone forever, so let's just jump right in to this week's new music, shall we?!
Ne-Yo--> Beautiful Monster
I'm a huge Ne-Yo fan, but this isn't my favorite song he's ever done.. Not even close. It's okay, but I don't think I'll be blasting it anytime soon.
Auburn ft. Iyaz--> La La La
It's such a typical song, but I totally enjoy it. I'm jammin'.
H*Wood--> Could It Be You?
Ohh it's a guilty pleasure song. It's a bad song, but it's so, so good. I'm gonna be rockin' to it all summer.
T.I. ft. Keri Hilson--> Got Your Back
I can totally dig this song. I feel like it's actually not typical T.I., and maybe that's why I like it... or maybe it's the lyrics... or maybe Keri Hilson.
Jessie James--> Boys In The Summer
LOVE this song. I really like her in general, but I like that A) it's a summer song and B) it's a GIRL singing about BOYS in the summer. Heart.
Sia--> Clap Your Hands
What the EFF is this video?! Weeeeeird. I don't get the song at all, but I have a fear that this will be one of those big songs that I don't understand what's so great about it.
Usher--> Hey Daddy
I love Usher. 'Nuff said.
LeeAnn Rhymes--> Swingin'
A little random, I feel... But it's fun... I feel like it'll be a big line dance song or something.
Billy Currington--> Pretty Good At Drinkin' Beer
Another GREAT country drinking song. Hilarious. Love.
The Perry Band--> If I Die Song
What a pretty song/singer!! Ah. So cute.
Lady Antebellum--> Our Kind Of Love
If you haven't jumped on the Lady A train, you're a bit late, but not too late! They're good. This is no exception.
Holy moly it's been a long time since I've given you new music!!! I apologize, but let's just get right into it, shall we?
Chiddy Bang--> Opposite of Adults
This song is going to have everyone going nuts. The video= interesting, but the song is diggable. New kids arriving on the scene, watch out!
Steve Aoki ft. Zuper Blahq--> I'm In The House
I don't know who the Steve guy is, but Zuper= will.i.am. Why the name change? Who knows. Like my Florida DJ BFF said, you shouldn't question anything will.i.am does anymore. Just love it.
B.o.B ft. Hayley Williams--> Airplanes
I think B.o.B. is here to stay... Just sayin'. Hayley is from Paramore, and I don't normally like her/them, but I'm likin' this a LOT. It's on repeat.
Boys Like Girls--> Heart Heart Heartbreak
I don't know how I feel about them. I don't know how I feel about this song. Does someone wanna make up my mind for me?
The White Tie Affair--> You Look Better When I'm Drunk
I love this song just because of the lyrics. It's straight up and hilarious.
H*Wood--> Could It Be You
Another guy I have never heard of with a song that mentions celebs and has a great, catchy beat, that I will absolutely be rockin' on my way out on the weekends.
John Mayer--> Half of my Heart
It's almost like his voice no longer matches him because of all his d-baggery... I'm a fan of his music. Always have been, and I think I always will be. It's soothing.
Shakira--> Gypsy
She's flippin' gorgeous, but I have yet to find a Shakira song that I want to listen to... If you like her, you'll probably like it though.
Spill Canvas--> Our Song
Aw, I like this. It's not my typical style, but sometimes I like a good switch-up.
The Stunners--> Dancin' Around the Truth
I like that it's a group of girls with this name! I also enjoy the song and the lyrics. It's absolutely worthy of your time.
Trey Songz--> Neighbors Know My Name
He's the king of baby makin' music... All I'm gonna say.
I'm still not really sure why Hanson became so huge, considering I can only remember "Mmm Bop" being a great song from them, but somehow they managed to stay on everyone's minds for more than a decade at this point.
Even though they're all grown [Isaac is almost 30, and Zac is 24], they've decided to stick together and release a new music video.
Behold Hanson's latest single, "Thinkin' About Somethin."
Weird Al in the video?! What?! I guess they're staying with their 90s image...
Is it bad to admit that I was bumpin' to the song? Woopsies.
I'm just glad that no one will say I look like Zac this time around. [At least, I hope not.] I used to get it every day way back when.
I don't see it.
Welcome back, Hanson.... Maybe. Probably not... But kinda.
I could use some really great, new music right now. My playlist is already overplayed. Ut oh.
Thank you, Tuesday. Take it away.
Usher ft. will.i.am--> OMG
There's something about the beat that's bothering me. I think it's the random people screaming or something. It's annoying. C'mon Usher. You don't need all these effects. You're better than that.
Travie McCoy ft. Bruno Mars--> Billionaire
Ohh, this is different! And no, I didn't mean TraviS, it's Travie. I totally enjoy this song. I enjoy that they say freakin'. Teehee.
The Dream--> Love King
I like The Dream's voice a lot. Again, these guys are adding too many effects and too many sounds to the beats and stuff that take away from the song. I'm really missing my 90s music right now. For this period in music, it's not a bad song.
TI--> I'm Back
Oh yea, TI?! You're back?! It's very TI. If you like TI, you'll like this song. That's all I'll say.
Dan Black ft. Kid Cudi--> Symphonies
This seems kind of boring to me. It may grow on me, but as of right now I'm not a fan.
Charice--> Pyramid
Woah. This is the chic from Oprah that was the Most Talented Kid and sang with her idol- Celine Dion!!! I would NOT have expected a song like this from her. It's not bad... Very Jordin Sparks.
Vita Chambers--> Young Money
Watch out, Rihanna. This chic is from Barbados, too! I think she's prettier, too. This song is totally fun.
Aaron Fresh--> Spending All My Time
This kid is 16!! Is he going to be another Justin Bieber?! I enjoy his voice, for sure. Aw. I like.
Allison Iraheta--> Scars
I'm definitely an Allison Iraheta fan. She's very "Pink," but younger anddd... I just like her. This song is really good.
Bret Michaels ft. Miley Cyrus--> Nothing to Lose
Anyone else find it weird that these two have a song together?! It's actually not bad, but it's still weird to say Bret Michaels featuring Hannah Montana.
Lady Gaga--> Alejandro Here's your next overplayed song on the radio, folks. Blah. I'm over her, I think.
The Harters--> Jenny These co-ed country groups are about to take over. These guys are good, too.
Gary Allan--> Get Off On the Pain It's fun, a little bit rocker, and totally enjoyable. The lyrics are something I haven't heard before... Or at least in a while.
Trailer Choir--> Rollin' Through the Sunshine Oohhh, is this a new fun summertime song?! I will absolutely be blasting this in my car very soon. Eli Young Band--> Guinevere They say this is the best song they have to offer. It's definitely pretty and good, but slow. Not that slow is bad... Just sayin'.
Ah! There's SO much more new music I want to share, but I have to hurry today! I apologize! Maybe I can do a quick round 2 soon! Let me know if you want me to!
Toby Knapp told me these guys would be huge. I enjoy this song. They've got good stuff. I hate to say it, but he might be right.
One eskimO--> Kandi
Hmmm.. this is one of those songs I don't understand how it could be popular, but it's probably going to be huge just like Firefly. Ugh.
Mann ft. Jason Derulo--> Text
Oh, hello song that has simple lyrics and a new guy who sounds just like everyone and features someone who's on top of his game right now. [I think my anger towards the Bachelor is rubbing off right now.]
Spose--> I'm Awesome
He sounds just like Asher Roth and I Love College, and for that reason, this ridiculous song that was probably a joke will be all over the airwaves.
2 Pistols ft. Jason Derulo--> Redonkulous Another song with JD, imagine that! ;) Okay, okay... This song is actually funny and I can jiggy on down with it, so it will be added to the playlist!
Toby Keith--> Every Dog Has Its Day I don't think I give him enough credit sometimes. This guy has great songs. They're not something that's been done before.
Not a whole lot today, I know! I apologize, but not my fault! We'll have plenty next week, I bet.
Welcome back, Tuesday! What do you have for us and our iPods today?!
Cascada--> Pyromania
They sure do know how to make songs that'll have you dancing, eh?! She's totally hott, too. Interesting video, I enjoy it all.
Ludacris ft. Nicki Minaj--> My Chick Bad
Mannn, I loved Luda until A) I saw him at the station today, sunglasses on, clearly acting "too cool" and B) I didn't like this song. Hmph. Luda-fail.
Taio Cruz--> Break Your Heart
How nice of homeboy to tell us he's probably going to break our hearts ahead of time, right?! He seems a little typical of the time right now, but probably because he's normally a songwriter and producer. Not bad, though.
Taylor Swift--> Today Was A Fairytale
Another T Swift song. She's not going anywhere. Hmph. Of course it's from the Valentine's Day movie I still haven't seen. Of course it's about a fairytale. Of course it's about falling in love in a dreamworld.
Apollo Drive--> Papercut
I enjoy their voice! A bit of a depressing song, but I like how it's all related to a papercut. I don't hate it, that's for sure.
Chris Brown--> Sing Like Me
Oh man. This is one of the songs on his album I skip when I'm listening to it. That's a shame. There are definitely way better songs. I'm sure listening to it on the radio will make me like it more, though.
Colbie Caillat--> I Never Told You
Ya know, I really like her. I didn't expect her to stick around, but I hoped she would, and though she's not making a million #1 hits, I like her songs! This is no exception. It's really pretty.
FeFe Dobson--> I Want You
I totally didn't expect her to look like that, but this is a really fun song! It's nothing crazy, amazingly good, but it's definitely enjoyable and singable.
Kim Sozzi--> Feel Your Love
Meh. My least favorite song so far today, I think...
The video is definitely different, but I like it because of that! People seem to be 50/50 all over the Internet, but other than her overall fashion/look, I love the video!
Lil Wayne ft. Eminem--> Drop The World
You should probably know by now I'm not a huge fan of Lil Wayne's, but I know people love him. That being said, I don't know if I can even understand why everyone would like this song. Who knows.
Livvi Franc--> Automatik
Hmmm.. I totally liked "I'm That Bitch" from her, but this one is just okay to me. Not super excited about it.
Miley Cyrus--> When I Look at You
This is a bit serious for little Miley, isn't it?! I like that she's aiming for more "real" songs or whatever, but I don't think I enjoy her singing such songs. Maybe it'll grow on me like "The Climb" did.
Timbaland ft. Katy Perry--> If We Ever Meet Again
Um... I love it. I don't know why. I like Timbaland, so that might have something to do with it. I'm totally okay with the auto-tuning. It's fun.
Breaking Benjamin--> Give Me a Sign
They sound oh-so-Daughtry in this song. It makes me like it, but makes me mad it's not Daughtry. Hmph.
A Rocket to the Moon--> Like We Used To
Maybe all of these songs just sound the same... Truth?
Ciara Corr--> Get My Way
Another cocky B is hittin' your radio waves, watch out! I'm not a fan of her look, first of all. The song: It's funny. Give me a few more listens then I'll decide my final answer.
T Pain ft. Young Jeezy--> Reverse Cowgirl
:-O How raunchy! I'm groovin' to it, though! Ohh snap.
James Otto--> Groovy Little Summer Song Unlike the title says, I don't find this to be a summer song that I will be groovin' to all summer long. [I'm beginning to think I'm in a bad music mood today, though.]
I know I'm a couple days late getting this up, but I keep thinking today is Monday! Stupid snow and holidays messing me up!
Anyway, it finally aired during the opening ceremonies of the Winter Olympics! The "We Are The World" remake with 23987 different celebrities coming together to sing what I said earlier would be amazing, epic, etc.
I'm going to go ahead and say that I was right.
Before I watched it, I heard everyone else's thoughts on it. A lot of people really don't like it. They think it shouldn't have been remade, it has too much hip-hop, the auto-tuning is a disgrace... Even Jay Z thinks it's bad.
I can't help but to disagree. If you watch that video with an open mind and really look at everyone's faces, you'll probably tear up a bit. I did, anyway.
Everyone is so happy to be helping out. These people who are nothing but stars to us are showing real emotion as they sing and come together as a huge group. Look at how much fun they're having!
I know I always hate the idea of remakes and sequels to classic songs, but the whole point of "We Are The World" was to help Africa and other countries. I think it's a perfect idea to remake it.
As for the hip-hop/auto-tuning, yea, I think it's a bit awkward in the middle, but it represents the music we have today. We don't have the wholesome music we had 25 years ago. We have Akon, T-Pain, and Lil Wayne on every song on the radio right now. If they didn't take their part in this song, it wouldn't mean the same thing.
All that being said, if you didn't watch the video before really observing these things and appreciating them as they should be, I say watch it again.
Look at the eclectic array of people in that group. Look at Randy have the time of his life. Watch them all almost cry. Watch the youngins look at the surrounding legends. It's pretty amazing, people.
So amazing, that I'm using words like eclectic and array. What the f.
That's my public service announcement for today. If you want to donate, you can do it on iTunes, or right on the YouTube page for the song.
Before we get started, I want everyone to know that if you have new music you've heard and want to share, PLEASE do so! Leave a link, title, artist, whatever you want in the comment box below and I will absolutely share it next week! PLUS! Everyone who reads this page will see it as well!
If you're a producer or an artist yourself, 2 things- 1) Don't add me to your email list or message me a million times to listen to your stuff. I'll get annoyed and hate you for life. Leave comments below. 2) I'm hosting a radio show starting tomorrow that will feature local music. If you think you have something worth airtime, let me know! Maybe you'll hear it over the airwaves!
Now, onto the music!
Shontelle--> Impossible
I really enjoy this chic. I think she's a little underrated, to be honest. This song is really, really pretty and the words are fantabulous.
Lil Wayne--> On Fire
Anything Weezy does is going to be "On Fire"... Bahaha. I'm actually meh about it, but I'm sure everyone else will go nuts. [BTW- He's on his way to jail today. Though I could care less, apparently everyone's devastated that he'll be away for 8 months.]
Train--> Hey, Soul Sister
Train is back and I actually totally dig this song! It has a bit of an old school sound, and it'll be refreshing to hear in-between all of the Lady Gaga and Black Eyed Peas.
Demarco--> Show It
This sound just isn't anything new. I'm assuming that's what will make some people like it, but I'm starting to be so over it.
Ron Browz--> Cheese and Crackers
Stop it. Why is this a real song about to hit the radio waves?! SOMEONE please tell me this is a joke. "Cheese and Crackers"?!?!?
Ashley Harris--> Unfinished Woman I can normally tell within a couple seconds if I'll like a song, and this song starts out in a great, strong way. Officially saved.
That's actually it for today! Not a lot, I know! The snow must be getting to the music industry, too!
