As I was cyber-wandering on Buzzfeed, I came across this oh-so-glorious Youtube video of an Oxford all-male a cappella group singing Shakira’s “Hips Don’t Lie.” You’re welcome.
Category Archives: Pop Culture
Celebs spotted: One Direction
On July 21, I read an article on Buzzfeed, http://www.buzzfeed.com/lyapalater/this-is-how-the-boys-of-one-direction-dress-for-a-wedding#, and being a 1D fan, I knew I had to blog about it (excuse the late post), I mean, I’ve even seen them live in concert last year– such a great moment.
So, back to the article. Louis’ mum (he’s British, I had to.) recently got married, and most of his bandmates were in attendance. Also there, his girlfriend Eleanor Calder who posed as a bridesmaid by the looks of it. (Such a fashion icon herself.)
Here’s Louis rocking a blue suit.
And Niall sporting a perfectly tailored navy suit and rockin’ some Ray-Bans.
And Liam was there too.
And then, there’s Harry. (Always a “trendsetter” that one…)
We’ve all seen the boys rock their signature boy band style from tours, interviews, and music videos, but wedding attire is completely different for the X Factor band.
I have a wedding coming up soon, and what I wouldn’t give to have one of these boys as a plus one (not to mention they’ll literally be in my hometown TWO days prior.)
The 2014 VMA Nominations are out… Who are you voting for?
It’s that time of year again: award show season. And speaking of, MTV just released their nominations for the 2014 Video Music Awards, here’s a little recap. And don’t miss the show, 5 Seconds of Summer will be performing!
Video of the Year
» Beyoncé ft. Jay Z, “Drunk In Love”
» Iggy Azalea ft. Charli XCX, “Fancy”
» Miley Cyrus, “Wrecking Ball”
» Pharrell Williams, “Happy”
» Sia, “Chandelier”
Best Male Video
» Ed Sheeran ft. Pharrell Williams, “Sing”
» Eminem ft. Rihanna, “The Monster”
» John Legend, “All of Me”
» Pharrell Williams, “Happy”
» Sam Smith, “Stay With Me”
Best Female Video
» Ariana Grande ft. Iggy Azalea, “Problem”
» Beyoncé, “Partition”
» Iggy Azalea ft. Charli XCX, “Fancy”
» Katy Perry ft. Juicy J, “Dark Horse”
» Lorde, “Royals”
Best Pop Video
» Ariana Grande ft. Iggy Azalea, “Problem”
» Avicii ft. Aloe Blacc, “Wake Me Up”
» Iggy Azalea ft. Charli XCX, “Fancy”
» Jason Derulo ft. 2 Chainz, “Talk Dirty”
» Pharrell Williams, “Happy”
Best Rock Video
» Arctic Monkeys, “Do I Wanna Know?”
» Black Keys, “Fever”
» Imagine Dragons, “Demons”
» Linkin Park, “Until It’s Gone”
» Lorde, “Royals”
Artist to Watch
» 5 Seconds of Summer, “She Looks So Perfect”
» Charli XCX, “Boom Clap”
» Fifth Harmony, “Miss Movin’ On”
» Sam Smith, “Stay With Me”
» Schoolboy Q, “Man of the Year”
Best Collaboration
» Ariana Grande ft. Iggy Azalea, “Problem”
» Beyoncé ft. Jay Z, “Drunk In Love”
» Chris Brown ft. Lil Wayne and Tyga, “Loyal”
» Eminem ft. Rihanna, “The Monster”
» Katy Perry ft. Juicy J, “Dark Horse”
» Pitbull ft. Kesha, “Timber”
Best Video With A Social Message
» Angel Haze ft. Sia, “Battle Cry”
» Avicii ft. Dan Tyminski, “Hey Brother”
» Beyoncé, “Pretty Hurts”
» David Guetta, “One Voice”
» J. Cole, “Crooked Smile”
» Kelly Rowland, “Dirty Laundry”
Who will you be casting your votes for?
My [Must Listen To] Summer Music Playlist
It’s summer, and basically, I can’t be found anywhere without my earbuds or car radio. So, that’s what today’s post will focus on: the charttopping hits I can’t help but sing along to.
In chronological order of when I started listening to the song…
1) “Boom Clap” by Charli XCX
The TFIOS hit is catchy and makes me want to get up and dance (which I almost did in the theater!)
2) “All of the Stars” by Ed Sheeran
From a previous post, you all should know how much I’ve loved this TFIOS ballad. In fact, I was the only one in the theater who stayed until the very end of the credits, just to hear the Ed song in entirety.
3) “One” by Ed Sheeran
Another Ed hit, this one from his newly released album ‘x’ (pronounced: multiply). I love Ed’s ballads. It’s so beautiful, and as the dancer I grew up as, I just want to choreograph a lyrical number to it.
4) “Classic” by MKTO
This song is taking over the radio waves all summer long, and I’m loving it! It’s that perfect summer song for driving around town. (Not to mention, I remember the lead singer back from his Disney days… Oh, how times have changed.)
5) “She Looks So Perfect” by 5 Seconds of Summer
Another radio hit, 5SOS nailed it with the perfect summer jam. I mean, I saw them on tour last year with One Direction, and knew they had chart-topping written all over them. And their debut album is set for release mid-July. Can’t wait.
6) “Stay With Me” by Sam Smith
I hadn’t heard of this until ice dancer Charlie White danced to it (breathtaking!) on Dancing With the Stars, and now… I love it. The fam’s annoyed whenever I turn the radio up when I hear it, but oh well… It’s that good.
AND it’s inspired several covers including one by Jacquie Lee, from “The Voice.” (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AJy05n1wFI)
7) “All of Me” by John Legend
This sweet ballad is musically well-done. I can’t help but love it.
8) “Not a Bad Thing” by JT
Easily one of my go-to favorite summer radio hit! It’s so catchy.
9) “Really Don’t Care” by Demi Lovato
I LOVE this song and what it stands for. I was at the gym listening to this song mid-workout when I started thinking how this Demi song is kind of like my life motto. About how I don’t really care about how others think of me, and not letting their perceptions cloud how I think of myself. (Plus, I’m like obsessed with Cher Lloyd’s hair in this video.)
10) “x” by Ed Sheeran
Yes, this is the whole album, but it’s so good. This summer, I’m especially loving “Don’t,” “Thinking Out Loud,” “The Man,” among the genius tracks.
11) “Scarecrow” by Alex & Sierra (The X Factor winners!)
I voted for them on The X Factor, and now they’ve released their first single! I have to admit the vocals live (TODAY show) are much better than the iTunes track of it. But, it’s still good.
12) And no summer music playlist can be complete without… “Fancy” by I-G-G-Y Azalea
Not to mention her video is inspired by “Clueless,” a film I love, but it’s so catchy… You just want to sing along.
There’s my top hits of the summer. I’m sure many more are to come.
quite simply miranda 