Sunday, June 27, 2010

Lets Discuss Radio Music

When Akon's single "I Wanna Fuck (Love) You" was first released I was so morbidly disappointed that a song about a man's desires and venture to Fuck a stripper would be played on the radio. The word, meaning, action of Fuck was replaced by the word Love. Suddenly we, radio listeners are subjected to a song originally written with such misogynistic intentions and sexual innuendos demeaning women into the roles of the sexually preyed on, used, perhaps abused. Lets not even venture too far into the possible truths and falsities the song describes.
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Relieved that I happen to be someone that doesn't frequent the radio dials. When I discovered Cocorosie's song "Make My Own Way" or "You Wanna Fuck Me" as a sort of response to Akon's song. Instead this song is from the perspective of the "stripper", woman.

You see me trying to smile up on this pole/ But I'm just hiding the pain that’s deep in my soul/ You wanna fuck me/ And I already know/ You wanna fuck me and toss me back on the floor

Simon, my brother, said 'i loved her'/ Should I say that he loved me/ I was in second grade, he was fourteen/ In the shady of the trees/ There was a summer breeze/ Whole thing's a blurry dream/ Behind the house quiet as a mouse/ He told me not to even breathe/ A secret hard to keep/ I didn't know till thirteen/ By then I knew what to do/ Just an old routine/ All the boys had a thing for me

You see me trying to smile up on this pole/ But I'm just hiding the pain that’s deep in my soul/ You wanna fuck me/ And I already know/ You wanna fuck me and toss me back on the floor

My mama always said 'you're the brightest star'/ In life, you're sure to go so far/ Been at this club about four years/ Hooked on dope, crying in the mirror/ When we were just little girls/ We learned to dance in mama’s pearls/ Baby bend over and shake that ass/ Hey, you wanna come home with me/ Hoping you fall in love with me/ I could make love to you for free/ We could just get a place and start a life/ And try to make things right.

You see me trying to smile up on this pole/ But I'm just hiding the pain that’s deep in my soul/ You wanna fuck me/ And I already know/ You wanna fuck me and toss me back on the floor

Cocorosie - You Wanna Fuck Me (Make My Own Way) Live

Friday, June 25, 2010

COCOROSIE

Who: CocoRosie
Venue: The Vogue Theatre
When: June 24th, 2010

The last time I saw a show at the Vogue was Metric, nearly 2 years ago. It was cold, the music was great.... but it was still cold regardless of how fast I danced (or attempted to). Also three other bands played before them and I was not nearly as excited about them. Sebastian Granger and the Mountains?, The Dears, and Tokyo Police Club.

I'm glad my memories of the Vogue Theatre will include COCOROSIE. Yes, COCO FUCKING ROSIE. I arrived just after 9pm, and their opening act was just beginning her set. I can't recall her name, regrettably I neglected to find out. I'm sure music reviews will reveal that.. and then a well deserved dedication will take place. DIANE CLUCK.
She stood alone facing a microphone with her acoustic guitar. Her music is Folk, is Acoustic, is vocally impressive. She sang songs filled with sexual innuendos, I'm sure there were other metaphors lost in the moment, and also due to my inability to hear over screaming concert goers. A 30 minute set.

Just after 10, Cocorosie took the stage, and from this point on the set list and songs almost seem to surpass me.I was too absorbed in their music to actually take any pictures.. but nonetheless. AMAZING.They played approx. 90 minutes, a great set filled with all of their known songs and then some. In my opinion they sound even better live. From what I do remember I'm sure they opened the set with RIP Burn Face, I was completely astounded by their choice of attire, particularly Bianca Casady who wore a blue wig with an NYPD cap, a skin-tight body suit and purple shorts over that with a military type of jacket to complete the outfit. Just describing that now, I realize how other-worldly they are and how boring everyone must be. Maybe just me. I need to invest in some skin-tight body suits and maybe some herbal substances as well.
They had a brief music interlude filled by Tez, who beatboxed his way into our bodies and ears. The sounds he made were brilliant definitely a highlight.
This allowed time for Bianca and Sierra for a costume change, they came back onto the stage in what seemed like night gowns. Their stage presence is intoxicating.

Throughout the entire show they had visuals projected onto their canvas backdrop that portrayed images of woman in Hijabs, dancing images that were so strange, obscure it seemed to melt into the scenery. We, the audience were washed over and bathed in the striking lights and music of Bianca and Sierra Casady. They were accompanied by a pianist Gael Rakotondrabe, a beatboxer Tez, and a percussionist playing a "drumset" tied together with ropes and strings, it was all built around a baby bed frame from found objects it seems. The sounds created from this was different and inviting, unlike the usual rock drumming.

I remember that Bianca and Seirra played songs I had on repeat for months.
Werewolf, Turn Me On, Hopskotch, Tranny Power, Fairy Paradise, Happy Eyez, Undertaker and more
Favourite moment: Werewolf: BRILLIANT, a close second is their performance of Tranny Power. Too Good.

Images from the show HERE, HERE, or HERE
Read a Review of the show HERE

COCOROSIE
Also HERE

CocoRosie - Werewolf LIVE in Vancouver at The Vogue Theatre


CocoRosie - Tranny Power @ The Vogue Theatre

Saturday, June 19, 2010

Redundant?


June 19, 2010

Coeur de Pirate on 6th and Granville. Is it too much that I've seen her play 3 times in the past 5 months.... and not one of them at a proper venue... and that I would still like to see another show of hers?

CLICK HERE FOR PICTURES
Credit to Sarah Bastin


I love this Photo:

Sunday, June 13, 2010

What I've Been Neglecting

So, due to my sickness that had suddenly taken over my body these past few weeks I had been neglectful of this blog.
SO quickly to bring all 5 people (who are following this) what I've recently been up to.

May 18, 2010 - The Hour at CBC
My friend and I ended up having front row seats facing George Strombolopolous... due to affirmative action. That's right, for possibly the first time in our lives because we are Asian we were given front row seats. AMAZING. I should do this for often.
You can watch the entire episode of THE HOUR HERE, Also while you're at it, maybe watch all the back episodes. Great entertainment, news, and commentating.
BRILLIANT.

May 11, 2010 - Release of "The National's - High Violet"

June 13, 2010 - Metric at the Malkin Bowl
Outdoors, great weather, great music, Loud, Loud speakers = Memorable.
Recap:
In response to my question to them:
"If you could have any superpower what would it be and why?"
Emily wants to be invisible to gain different a perspective on things from someone who is the complete opposite of her.
Jimmy wants to throw fire balls with his left hand - Emily: In the case of any alien life form attack to save us from them
Jules wants to fly... because who wouldn't want to fly


Upcoming:
CocoRosie at The Vogue Theatre - June 24, 2010
Joanna Newsom at The Vogue Theatre - August 5, 2010
MARGARET CHO at Queen Elizabeth Theatre - August 28, 2010
The National at The Malkin Bowl - September 10, 2010