How was your morning? Mine was deliciously shitty. Thanks for asking! Hey, do you want to listen to some Katy Perry or Jennifer Lopez? Of course you do, because those are some of the only suggestions on our latest round of the Weekly Top Ten. Aside from fucking Chris Brown, and you should know by now that we’re not adding his wretched douche-nozzle to our countdown. Do you realize how tacky it’d be to place him against Rihanna, the woman he beat in the face?
Sorry, I’m in a really bad mood, thanks to the ever-growing snow banks, slushy sidewalks and delays in my commute. It’s likely that some of you are in the same position, and I’d assume my general level of negativity isn’t helping your case. But you know what would make it even worse? Me trying to shove an upbeat dance track down your throat, before you’ve even had time to guzzle your morning coffee.
Instead, let’s compromise with Sleigh Bells‘ latest single “Rill Rill”. It’s got enough bounce to put some spring in your step, though it’s not so in-your-face that you’ll want to strangle the nearest person. Sure, if you’re not familiar with the band’s Treats album, this may take some time to grow on you… But, um, at least it doesn’t have Pitbull on it?
– Dewitt
To listen to “Rill Rill”, follow the JUMP:
Might not have Pitbull, but could have Beyonce. I heard the guy in the band recorded a track with her two weeks ago in NYC that could be part of her new album.
quite good, but it seems to be building to something but never gets there.
Here’s a suggestion– I heard it on the radio yesterday and can’t get it out of my head. Belle and Sebastian “I Want the World to Stop”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgtR3DAHj5E&feature=related
If you’re looking for something bright, why not try Lucky Soul? When I feel like listening to oldies radio but get tired of hearing the same songs over and over, I go to Lucky Soul. But be careful, the overwhelming perkiness can be a little overwhelming if you’re not prepared for it.
Ugh, I said “overwhelming” twice. How banal (he says with overwhelming pomp). Anyway, I suggest “Aint Nothin’ Like A Shame” or “That’s When Trouble Begins.”
I like Sleigh Bells enough, but I don’t really understand the critical acclaim they are getting. Her lyrics are so pointless.
Whoa… you actually commute? I thought one of the perks of owning a website was working from home/starbucks.
LOVE Sleigh Bells. Their music is totally awesome and different. It’s as if M.I.A. went rock and played around with some noise. “Riot Anthem” is a total jam and I play it at parties, although nobody can appreciate 🙁 well, other than my awesome roommate.
Ah how could you not put Tell ‘Em on here instead?!
It’s totally the best!
Also, when you first listen to this album you’re like HOLY SHIT THIS SUCKS.
Then it gets stuck in your head.
And you love it.
Still can’t get over infinity guitar
YES. I LOVE THIS BAND SO MUCH. ‘Run The Heart’ is my favorite song by them though.