It’s Out Loud

Ugh, computer meltdowns aren’t fun. I’m still deep in the middle of getting back up and running whilst I wait for my lappy to return. I didn’t get to today’s post until a bit late, I feel like I’m letting people down in that respect. Also, since my lappy was my main machine, all the music I had lined up from non-signed artists was on it. Thus why I’ve been diggin into more mainstream artists as of late. I will return though. I will do what I can to get that back on track.

In the meantime as I get to this I decided to take a look at some other things going on around the net in relation to what is known as Single of the Day. It turns out that it’s becoming a bit more popular than I had actually realized. I haven’t climbed to the top of the technorati charts or anything yet (I think they’re based upon how many other blogs link into you – of which I have some, but not that many). However, SOTD (as I reference things on my computer) is already spawning similar blogs.

In fact there is one that has started recently that directly referenced Single of the Day. Hey, I’m flattered. As it’s said, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. I’m pleased to know that I’m helping artists connect to new fans. It’s also cool to know that fans of the blog are actually connecting with new music and buying it. It’s a win win situation and exactly what I was striving for. Who knows if the blogs that decide to take a similar approach will stick with it. It’s not easy. Though as I keep going, I want to keep going. There’s even times like a couple of days ago when I had to have a day of silence where I felt like I had a Single of the Day withdrawal.

I have to imagine that if I’m having a SOTD withdrawal, some who is an avid listener/reader must get disappointed when I don’t have a new post at the top of the day. Something I’m still working on getting back on track with. It’s a fine line attempting to balance the work I’ve put on myself with actually staying healthy, getting a good dose of sleep, and actually eating 3 meals a day. Speaking of meals, I haven’t been getting 3 meals a day recently. I really need to get back into getting on a schedule.

I was turned onto Rascal Flatts by Claire. Not long ago, I would have been a dick of a musician and never allowed country on my playlists ever. It’s nice to be a lot more open minded in that respect. For at least two years anyway. People can change. I’m proof of it. 🙂 I have to respect some things about the Flatts. They have any insanely clean style. Some of the best production I’ve heard. Ever. It’s actually something I strive for for my own material – obviously with a non-country approach.

I’m still on the fence about Gary Levox vocals. He’s either got really amazing abilities or they do an awesome job of tuning him in melodyne or autotune. Often times I’m absolutely sure I’m hearing his vocal being pasted together and tuned, other times I’m not so sure. It’s bizarre. Does or is he capable of singing like this live? Anyone seen them live? Even then though, that wouldn’t mean they aren’t using live processors. One thing I can say, it’s an extremely distinctive style.

Besides who can fault a band that does a real nice cover of the song Life Is A Highway? That’s right, I know I’ve mentioned it here on Single of the Day before. The movie Cars. Though I played Tom Cochrane’s version. I would like to one day cross paths with Rascal Flatts. Maybe we’ll both be on the bill at some big music festival or something.

(** Disclaimer: If Rascal Flatts’ label decides to want me out loud, I’ll have to quiet my audio expression on the server. The post will remain to show that I’m blushing with first day I’ve noticed that I’m being imitated. **)