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A lot of people are comparing pianist/songwriter Kate Nash to Lily Allen, but I think she's got her own style going. Her debut, Made of Bricks, contains several good tunes, but I especially like this one which has an upbeat '50s vibe and a story I think any gal can relate to. Plus, you've just got to admire her potty mouth.
A video of the lyrics and an acoustic version of the song.
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So, my luck this week really stinks. I'm not going on vacation and I am leaving town this weekend for a reason that is unfortunately absolutely no fun at all and really sad. As a result, I'm missing The English Beat, my all-time favorite ska band, perform in Ashland, Oregon just five minutes from my home. I grew up listening to my dad's English Beat albums and I know all of their songs by heart. My favorite songs: "I Confess," "End of the Party," "Rough Rider," "Save It for Later," "Mirror in the Bathroom" and "Doors of Your Heart."
If you're in Southern Oregon, don't miss this. The show is on Saturday, February 2, at 9pm at the Ashland Armory. Visit Renegade Shows or call 530-583-2801 for tickets (only $20!). They are on tour, so find out if The Beat is coming to your town at their MySpace page.
UPDATE: Due to the snow on the mountain passes into Ashland, English Beat couldn't make the show, so they are rescheduling for April. My fingers are crossed that I'll be in town!
I love their '80s video of "Mirror in the Bathroom." LOL.
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