Current Jam - Shake It Out

Shake It Out has been on repeat in my car all week. Florence Welch's vocals are perfect for a winter jam song. Welsch says that it is "almost like a hangover cure," but I call it a great song to bring in the new year.

I am done with my graceless heart

So tonight I'm gonna cut it out and then restart

Cause I like to keep my issues strong

It's always darkest before the dawn

This is their first single from Ceremonials, which I recommend everyone check out.

The Book of Mormon Soundtrack

Confession - I've been addicted to getting musical soundtracks from the library. Some favorites have been Chorus Line, Rock of Ages, The Addams Family, and How to Succeed in Business. But, my favorite by far has been the Book of Mormon soundtrack. It's written by the creators of Southpark so you're expecting some good raunchiness. But, what takes you aback is the heart in the lyrics. Matt Stone has said, "This is our atheist love letter to Mormonism".

This is their performance at the Tonys, but I would really recommend that you listen to the whole thing.

Welcome

Here I am, coming back to the blog world. Sadly, I shut down xanga.com/kwajbeth years ago. Last time I was busy sharing news from college. Things have slowed down since then, so I'm certain I won't be rushing to the computer to share about every detail of my life these days.

Instead, I'm going to share my good taste with you. Simply, things that I like at the moment. Hopefully this won't turn into your mom's forwards with pictures of cats in silly poses. I'm known for my amazing mix CD's, hopefully I can introduce you to a new band. Approximately 75% of my TV and movie viewing time is spent on comedies, hopefully I can make you laugh.

Here goes - I always love the Correspondent Dinner's roast speech. I was delighted when I watched it Sunday morning. However, even during first viewing I thought that Obama was much too happy than he should be. He was openly laughing at jokes at his current rival - Trump. Then, when I was ironically interrupted during The Apprentice, it all made sense. This clip is so telling on the second viewing.