The List

Okay, this blog is a little different. I actually have something to write about.
Usually its just me being bored and talking out of my ass (as usual)

In my last blog, I wrote about concerts and mentioned my list. Which got me thinking.
The so called list, is a mental list, and it would be quite a great a idea to actually sit down and write about what artists I've experienced live.
so here goes...

The first concert I ever attended is weird and might make me sound like some paisa. but hey, I knew the rapper Jae-P and I was actually just there for support.

So first up on my list is Jae-p, Akwid, Jennie Rivera, and the late Adan Sanchez.
The funny thing about this is that I had absolutely no clue who these people were. I would tap my friend on her shoulder and ask..."who is that?" as the crowd went wild.

hey, they're actual artist, so it's only fair that I include them.

My second and actual dope show was a Psycho Realm show. This show is what made me fall in love with the underground hip hop scene.
It was absolutely the best experience. FRONT ROW! and as much as it should of bothered me that I kept getting hit by the mic cords, or the rapper spit and sweat that was landing on me, or that I actually in all honesty, bumped into Sick Jacken's crotch; it didn't.
That night some real underground rapper, I sadly cannot remember his name, put the mic up to my mouth to sing along with him. And in my squeekiest voice I yelled "LICK PUSSY, LICK PUSSY!"
(haha) best shit ever.
This was a show soo dope, that I have repeatedly gone to psycho realm shows and hope to go to many more.

Through many shows the list has grown.
Immortal Technique, Mal Verde, Delinquent Habits.

My most favorite of the shows. The event I wait for every Year: Rock the Bells

Wu tang clan has been at the very top of my list, and I luckily have been fortunate enough to see all 8 of them perform. 8 of course because ODB is now RIP. (but his tribute was just as great)

although arriving late and missing many artist, I am able to say that i have seen
Public enemy( yes including Flava Flave) The Roots, Nas, and Cypress Hill

Cypress Hill live is (for lack of better word) THE SHIT. They are just extremely chill and the crowd goes entirely up in smoke. They broke out the giant bong and I think everyone within a 5 mile radius was high due to contact smoke! (haha)
a definate must to experience, especially when they bring out the classic songs like Dr. Green Thumb, or Hits from the bong.

BUT. no matter how dope it was to see these performers, I was anxious. Anxious to see my beloved Wu-tang clan. So although I was enjoying the show, I must admit I was anxious for them to GET THE HELL OFF THE STAGE! hahah BRING OUT THE WUU!

My life was complete when the stage went dark, and the only thing that was lit, was the Shaolin temple and the show begins "Wu tang clan aint nut'in to fuck with! Wu tang clan aint nut'in to fuck with!" I can honestly die happy now (haha)

After Wu tang was finished I was absolutely fortunate to see some legends. Most people will not ever get to experience them again for a LONG time. RAGE against the machine!
Awesome show! To actually get to see Zack de la rocha!(he totally almost fell) and my absolute favorite guitarist: Tom Morello (how I wish I was his guitar) haha!!

I know I may be getting a little carried away and this blog may be running too long, so I'll start cutting it short.

The last show I went to was the 2009 Rock The Bells Launch party. This was a total suprise. I actually WON the tickets on Myspace! The most unique part about this show was that I had absolutely no idea who was going to be performing.
This night was a night that made many of my dreams come true.
I was able to experience Nas, himself, Performing his Illmatic hits! I got to see Damien Marley,
Tech n9ne, Reakwon(littlechubbysunofagun) Fatlip and this is of course the night I experienced KRS-ONE. Once again I was front row(of course) and although this whole night was epic, a funny highlight involved chali tuna from Jurrasic 5.
He was standing sort of backstage, but I could see him from where I was standing. It was in between a song, and I think I completely caught him off guard. I yelled "HIIII CHALI!!!" (haha) and to my suprise, he waves back and poses for a picture!(made my whole night)
At this specific show I was introduced to and fell in love with 2 rappers: Murs and Supernatural.
It may sound a little over the top, but believe me when i say raw underated talent.

I also recently attended a Vampire Weekend concert. The vibe was totally different than what I am used to. But it was fun nontheless. Always have an open mind about music and just enjoy it. I had a great time even though it wasn't the type of music or vibe I am used to.

All these nights were crazy! and are a great example of living life to the fullest and just having fun. I know that when i get older, I am going to be listening to my old "records" and feel awesome that when I was young I was lucky enough to have experienced these artists live.
Never hesitate to have fun! enjoy life and live it up and make some crazy memories. I know These experiences will stay in my memories forever, and I just hope that I am able to create more of them as I grow older.

9mm go bang

I seriously cannot wait for school to begin. I have way to much time on my hands.
so much that I started a blog (haha)
lately my days consist of working a couple of hours a week at blockbuster, watching movies, and tearing shit up on Gears of war.
The season of winter has been soo slow for me. no school, very little work and too much time to think.

Of course once classes start my optimism will probably go down the shitter, and I will probably long for my lazier days. but whatever. shit happens.
maybe I should occupy my time with a little bit of treadmill-ing it, but then again, it requires energy.

anywhoo, I am pretty excited for what the spring season may have in store for me.
school, more work and some pretty awesome concerts coming up.

I am mega excited because I am planning to go to the Paid Dues festival. Its underground hip hop at its best, the weather is warm and the music is the shit. Just my kind of atmosphere. The lineup has not been announced yet, but im sure its going to be tight.

also, Coachella is coming up. I hadn't given any thought to going to this concert, but this year sounds pretty damn awesome. on the first day, Jay-z is going to be the headliner, and on sunday Gorillaz will perform.

Jay-z has been on my lists of performers I would like to see live, so i was pretty pumped about him....UP until the part where i realized that it was more of a bigger deal that the Gorillaz are going to be performing. This being because Jay-z tours and will be around longer than the Gorillaz, aaannndddd because on the same sunday De La Soul will also be performing..thats 2 bands on my list!!!!! the tickets are pricey, but nothing beats these classic times. So Im going to try and make it to see the Gorillaz and De La soul-- two birds with one stone!

It actually feels pretty awesome when you finally get to see the bands and groups that you like live.
maybe you guys should try it sometime. The experience really makes you appreciate the music in a different way, and it makes you LOVE the artist to the second power!

I once thought that I would never get to see the blast master KRS-ONE, but when he walked up on stage, for some reason life felt complete.haha even if the hand i touched was sweaty and ashy.
the same went for Wu-tang clan, cypress hill, nas, and Rage against the machine.

never miss an opportunity to have fun and live life.

its what its all about : )

now playing-the fugees-how many mics

backpain!!

so i haven't blogged in a while. Soo typical me. to create a blog, and never blog (lol)
well this new year has brought along many changes. One, as you may all know, is leaving starbucks and beginning to work at Blockbuster.

Now that I'm past the horrible training experience at blockbuster, the fun has begun, and I am beginning to feel more comfortable. The people seem to be pretty great, and I'm enjoying the perks. I am on the other hand secretly having coffee withdrawals! luckily i still got the hookups.

Having all of this free time on my hands has really made me miss school. I cannot wait to get back in February(weird).

soo, to sum up the month of January.
a lot of change, a lot of movies and a lot of free time.

I am beginning to feel very optimistic about the month of February. Once again I will be busy and on the go as I should be.


p.s. I promise to have a more exciting blog