Five Songs for Wednesday (On a Thursday, Sue Me)

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1. The Garden - Call This # Now

This song is allover the place but in a really great way. The Garden is an experimental rock duo from California and their music is just the right kind of kooky. I'm very excited to hear that they are playing a free show in Brighton on the 2nd of September, go go go!

2. The Belligerents - Caroline

The Belligerents are a five piece band from Brisbane and remind me somewhat of Electric Light Orchestra (though this might just be me). I've had Caroline on repeat for days now and most likely will for days to come. It's a funky song that changes pace entirely towards the end. 

(I cannot currently find a version of this on youtube.) 

3. Lemonheads - Mrs Robinson (cover)

I adore the original Simon and Garfunkel version of this song anyway, but the alternative rock edge that Lemonheads bring to the track makes this cover just as good (in my humble opinion). 

4. Erasure - Sometimes

My love for Erasure came about when my housemate and I woke up after a "few" drinks to find we'd acquired an electric keyboard with a synth key. We decided we were going to try and cover "A Little Respect", fortunately both our version and the keyboard are now long gone. Still, "Sometimes" is a classic and probably my favourite Erasure track. 

5. The Avalanches - Frankie Sinatra

Another Aussie band, The Avalanches new album 'Wildflower' is full of great songs (listen to "Because I'm Me" too, it's great). This track has an early hip hop vibe, slightly reminiscent of De La Soul in 1989.

Brighton's Alternative Great Escape Festival at Mesmerist

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As a nice surprise this weekend, while an old friend was in town, I got to go and enjoy Brighton's Great Escape Festival! The festival showcases fantastic new artists, most of which are likely to be really successful in the near future. Admittedly I only made it to one venue - which was part of the alternative great escape - but I still saw some great acts that I'd love to go and see again!

1. Bad Sounds - I Feel

I think this was the fastest I've ever fallen in love with a band. Their stage presence was amazing, all so lively and seemed to really be enjoying themselves which always makes you enjoy yourself too! They are such a great band to see live and I would really urge you to go if you get a chance. They each have their own quirky fashion sense, paired with super catchy, excellent music - what's not to love? This is probably my favourite track from the few available on spotify and soundcloud, I can't wait for them to upload more.

2. Sam Sure - Catching Feelings

Watching Sam Sure perform is quite frankly lovely, He gives off a really friendly vibe, and sings about very relateable issues. This track in particular is very catchy, again I would definitely recommend going to see him perform if you get the chance. 

3. SKIES - Leave Me

SKIES are a fantastic duo from very close to my hometown in Kent. Alie has a fantastic voice and the lyrics are beautifully thought provoking. A husband and wife duo, the chemistry between Alie and Jericho is obvious and creates a lovely atmosphere. They know how to provoke a laugh from the crowd, all round a great band to get listening to!

4. Blaenavon - Into The Night 

I didn't get a chance to see Blaenavon, but this is my favourite track from them that I've found online. A friend of mine got to see them and felt they should be featured! She loved the energy of their performance and thought the lyrics and musicianship were fantastic. 

5. Bad Sounds - Avalanche

Another one from Bad Sounds, but honestly I've not stopped listening since I saw them. I don't think I've ever been so keen to make sure I grabbed one of them and found out where to listen online. 

I had a really great time and I'm definitely going to make sure I go again, but see more this time! It's always nice to find new music and new bands to listen to, and good to do it whilst you've got a chance to meet the members and chat to them about their music. Everyone I met this weekend was lovely and very genuine and I can't wait to do it all again.

It's particularly important to note that all the images used and videos linked to are property of the artists who made them.

Collection of Makeup Looks

I thought I'd just post a few photographs of recent makeup looks that I have done for myself and for friends. Enjoy! x

Done with netting, Urban Decay's Electric Palette and Primer Potion

Done with Nyx white liquid liner and Natural Collection liquid liner

Done with Urban Decay's Electric palette, Nyx white liquid liner and Too Faced melted chocolate liquid lipstick in Chocolate Milkshake

Done with Nyx white liquid liner, Jeffree Star Liquid lipstick in Jawbreaker, Lime Crime Velvetines in Squash, Beet it and Pumpkin

Natural look using Too Faced's semi sweet chocolate bar palette, and Too Faced's melted chocolate lipstick in chocolate milkshake.

Fawn Eye using Too Faced's semi sweet chocolate bar palette and Bourjois' liquid  lipstick in nudeist

Bright eyes and brows using Urban Decay's Electric Palette, Nyx white liquid liner and Urban decay's Gwen Stefani Lipstick in Firebird.