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Cheap Tunes Tuesday: Arcade Fire
Arcade Fire’s Funeral was named Album of the Year and was released to international critical acclaim. Because of the varied instruments, the sound is unlike anything else being made today—the band plays bass guitar, piano, violin, viola, cello, double bass, xylophone, glockenspiel, keyboard, synthesizer, French horn, accordion, harp, mandolin and even a hurdy-gurdy. This kind of laid back sound is not going to be for everyone, but if you look up the various reviews, there is a reason it receives constant 5 stars and 9 out 10s. Take that spare fiver today and give Arcade Fire a chance.
Read MoreSavvy Spending: 10 Simple Steps To Your Perfect Wardrobe
Twice annually, I transition from my “summer” closet to my “winter” one, using the opportunity to re-evaluate my wardrobe. It’s a good exercise, letting me take a realistic look at everything from my waistline (it’s always sad when pants no longer fit) to my style (did I really wear those studded boots all last winter??). In today’s blog I offer 10 simple steps to pairing down your wardrobe so you’re only keeping what you really love.
Read MoreWeekly tech news roundup for Friday, October 2
This week: one of the most terrifying apps will soon be released, there’s a magical new concrete that sucks up water like a sponge, and a new Kickstarter will turn your dumb watch into a smart one. Also, Google releases new toys, Amazon pulls at least one of them from its store, and the Tesla X could be the most perfect family car ever created…except for the price tag.
Read MoreCheap Tunes Tuesday: One Republic
Believe it or not, the social networking site MySpace is what saved today’s band from obscurity. After being dropped from their first label, Timbaland discovered them on that once-famous website and signed them. The production value of OneRepublic’s debut album is off the charts, the sound is solid, and there’s even a super-famous track used in over 75 TV shows, films, and commercials. Today you can get for only $5.
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