I’m Halloween, and I Deserve Some Damn Respect!

Hi, ladies and gents. I thought long and hard about writing this piece because I didn’t want to piss anyone off, but I can’t take it anymore. I’m sick of being treated like a second-rate holiday. No longer will I stand aside and let other holidays soak up all the glory.

I’m Halloween, and I deserve some damn respect around here.

I’m tired of Christmas invading my month. She already gets 2 months to celebrate, with her foliage decorations and the same ten carols on repeat in every store, so why does she need to stick her big nose into October, too? It’s bullshit. October is my territory. But you know what? She doesn’t even annoy me as much as some of these other holidays, like Columbus Day or George Washington’s birthday. What do they have that I don’t have? Why do I always get the shaft? And why are people always so critical of me?

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7 Electropop Songs to Get Your Ass in Gear

Feeling meh? Need a musical kick in the rear to get a move on? I’ve got just the thing! Actually, make that seven things, because I couldn’t feature only one (plus, seven is a superb number).

The electropop songs you’ll find here often swim around in my brain and force my feet to tap long after they’ve ended, which is a huge indication they’re catchy and fun. Do me a favor and listen, okay? I want to know which one wormed its way into your memory the most. Let’s a-go!

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Artist: Born Gold

Song: Lawn Knives

Sounds Like: Liquid rainbows bubbling from your speakers into a multicolored puddle that eventually swallows you whole.

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Vinyl Veins Music Reviews: Film Score Shout Out

One of the most amazing things I love about music is its versatility. I love how certain film compositions can absolutely make a movie. Think about it: Visualize one of your favorite movies and take away the music… What have you got?

Music is so crucial to film. Want some examples? Here are some of my favorites from childhood and adulthood that, without which, life would not be the same. Whether these films are particular to your taste or not, you have to admit these composers certainly mastered the element of sound.

Each of these 8 tracks touched my heart and linger in my brain. So, even if you don’t like the film or maybe haven’t seen it, perhaps listening to these amazing tracks will inspire you in some way. There is a huge difference between a soundtrack of organized and various bands versus composers; that’s a whole new ballpark. So listen and enjoy.

“Ice Dance” by Danny Elfman [from Edward Scissorhands]

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