This song is the second song on the playlist for the final Charming Series book. I just like the vibe.. LOL
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Monday, January 23, 2017
Bruno Mars - 24K Magic [Official Video]
This song is the second song on the playlist for the final Charming Series book. I just like the vibe.. LOL
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Playlist Wednesday
Today, we are doing some NEW music that I found this week.
Today, is Playlist Wednesday. Usually it's songs that I will be using in the books.. Today, we are switching that up a little. By now, if you have read the blog, or if you're new, you should know that I try to promote Indie Bands, while I also try to promote the music that moves me.
It's a broad range of music, but that's what I like. (I can't help it..) I found some really cool tunes, and some awesome bands on Twitter this week. I decided what better day to share then playlist Wednesday.
Let's just jump right in to the two bands I want to feature this week. (May be an older one too!)
First off, let me say that both bands I contacted could not have been more awesome in response time, and were more than willing to take the time to talk to little ole' me. That speaks volumes for their characters as people. You could really tell they love their fans.
The first band is out of Los Angeles. Now, at first when I hear a band is from there, I go straight into the thought process of the band 30 seconds from Mars. (Obviously, I'm a big fan of them. Haha)
They are Ships Have Sailed.
They have a song called Drive, that I immediately fell in love with. They are being played on the college radio circuit and have been praised for their first EP, Someday, that was released in 2014. This band has a cool sound.
I tried to think of who they sounded like to compare them, but honestly I couldn't. All I could think was the song Drive, should be playing on the radio world wide, and possibly in a movie. Typically, I like an Indie band, but not enough to listen to their songs on repeat. This one I did.
They have a great website that allows you to hear their album.. You can also purchase their songs. (Believe me, I will be downloading Drive to my computer to have on repeat!)
(I will share the links at the bottom!)
This band has the potential to rock your socks off if you love Alternative Pop in any way. Be sure to listen to their album, it's most definitely worth it! (Even if you don't, you gotta take a listen, it's worth the 3 minutes to just hear one song!)
Okay, Band Number 2 on my list this week...
The Shameless Pursuit.
They are based from my hometown, Kansas City. This part was exciting for me. I hadn't found a local band to talk about in a while, and then these awesome guys appeared!
The Shameless Pursuit started this past year, 2015, and are already rising artists among the Indie world. They have a singer/songwriter type vibe.
They have released their first album in October of this year.
They have been played on local radio stations, and the college circuit too. Again, I tried to find a band that I thought I could compare them too.. The only one that kept running through my mind was Death Cab for Cutie. They seriously have a very unique sound like Death Cab does.
Their album, Fall it Forward, took me by surprise. They have this kick ass song, The Opener, and I really enjoyed it. I listened to their album on repeat too. I really enjoy their sound. It's got a hint of folk in there too, but it's also the type of music that you can chill to. If you haven't had the chance to check them out, it's a must! I have to say the song Captains and Kings was my favorite though.
Both bands made me so happy to see that you don't have to be mainstream to be amazing! It gave me hope again in the Indie world of music. (I have had some bands share with me, and I was like.. Oh boy, not sure what to even say about that?)
But then again, these people are pouring their hearts into their music, and that's something I'll always find admirable. No one is going to like every song, by every band, that's why there is such a broad range of music in the world.
If the music moves you, then by all means, keep listening.
I also mentioned that I might talk about an old band today.. It's really not an old band, it's just been around for a while, and I wondered how many people have heard them.
Iron and Wine. It has got to be some of the best folk type music I have ever heard.
They had a very hit song that was played on the Twilight movie soundtracks, and I fell in love with that song. The song, Flightless Bird American Mouth, was so beautiful, it really struck me to the core. I just loved his raspy voice, the lyrics, and the music over all to that song. If you haven't had a chance to hear that song. Please, check it out. You can find the whole album on Spotify, and or Youtube. It's just a song that can move you.
You can slow dance to it, it can make your body sway back and forth, and bring memories of a love. That's what this song does for me.
Alright, so now to the links of the awesome Indie Bands today.
http://shipshavesailed.com/about
http://theshamelesspursuit.com/
Please go check out these bands, you will not be sorry! And as usual, if you love the music they provide for our listening pleasure, purchase the album. They work hard to bring us such joy!
That's all for today, my fine friends, see you on the flip side!
Peace, Love, and All that Jazz- Dee
Today, is Playlist Wednesday. Usually it's songs that I will be using in the books.. Today, we are switching that up a little. By now, if you have read the blog, or if you're new, you should know that I try to promote Indie Bands, while I also try to promote the music that moves me.
It's a broad range of music, but that's what I like. (I can't help it..) I found some really cool tunes, and some awesome bands on Twitter this week. I decided what better day to share then playlist Wednesday.
Let's just jump right in to the two bands I want to feature this week. (May be an older one too!)
First off, let me say that both bands I contacted could not have been more awesome in response time, and were more than willing to take the time to talk to little ole' me. That speaks volumes for their characters as people. You could really tell they love their fans.
The first band is out of Los Angeles. Now, at first when I hear a band is from there, I go straight into the thought process of the band 30 seconds from Mars. (Obviously, I'm a big fan of them. Haha)
They are Ships Have Sailed.
They have a song called Drive, that I immediately fell in love with. They are being played on the college radio circuit and have been praised for their first EP, Someday, that was released in 2014. This band has a cool sound.
I tried to think of who they sounded like to compare them, but honestly I couldn't. All I could think was the song Drive, should be playing on the radio world wide, and possibly in a movie. Typically, I like an Indie band, but not enough to listen to their songs on repeat. This one I did.
They have a great website that allows you to hear their album.. You can also purchase their songs. (Believe me, I will be downloading Drive to my computer to have on repeat!)
(I will share the links at the bottom!)
This band has the potential to rock your socks off if you love Alternative Pop in any way. Be sure to listen to their album, it's most definitely worth it! (Even if you don't, you gotta take a listen, it's worth the 3 minutes to just hear one song!)
Okay, Band Number 2 on my list this week...
The Shameless Pursuit.
They are based from my hometown, Kansas City. This part was exciting for me. I hadn't found a local band to talk about in a while, and then these awesome guys appeared!
The Shameless Pursuit started this past year, 2015, and are already rising artists among the Indie world. They have a singer/songwriter type vibe.
They have released their first album in October of this year.
They have been played on local radio stations, and the college circuit too. Again, I tried to find a band that I thought I could compare them too.. The only one that kept running through my mind was Death Cab for Cutie. They seriously have a very unique sound like Death Cab does.
Their album, Fall it Forward, took me by surprise. They have this kick ass song, The Opener, and I really enjoyed it. I listened to their album on repeat too. I really enjoy their sound. It's got a hint of folk in there too, but it's also the type of music that you can chill to. If you haven't had the chance to check them out, it's a must! I have to say the song Captains and Kings was my favorite though.
Both bands made me so happy to see that you don't have to be mainstream to be amazing! It gave me hope again in the Indie world of music. (I have had some bands share with me, and I was like.. Oh boy, not sure what to even say about that?)
But then again, these people are pouring their hearts into their music, and that's something I'll always find admirable. No one is going to like every song, by every band, that's why there is such a broad range of music in the world.
If the music moves you, then by all means, keep listening.
I also mentioned that I might talk about an old band today.. It's really not an old band, it's just been around for a while, and I wondered how many people have heard them.
Iron and Wine. It has got to be some of the best folk type music I have ever heard.
They had a very hit song that was played on the Twilight movie soundtracks, and I fell in love with that song. The song, Flightless Bird American Mouth, was so beautiful, it really struck me to the core. I just loved his raspy voice, the lyrics, and the music over all to that song. If you haven't had a chance to hear that song. Please, check it out. You can find the whole album on Spotify, and or Youtube. It's just a song that can move you.
You can slow dance to it, it can make your body sway back and forth, and bring memories of a love. That's what this song does for me.
Alright, so now to the links of the awesome Indie Bands today.
http://shipshavesailed.com/about
http://theshamelesspursuit.com/
Please go check out these bands, you will not be sorry! And as usual, if you love the music they provide for our listening pleasure, purchase the album. They work hard to bring us such joy!
That's all for today, my fine friends, see you on the flip side!
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Cover REVEAL
This took some time, and some crazy brain storming... but Charmed Destiny has a new cover. The one I had originally done wasn't working. It wasn't the right size, and I felt like it wasn't what I had wanted. It wasn't what I had wanted for this book. So, after a very long time.. The concept to what you are about to see became a reality. It was a lot of going back and forth on what I had wanted.. what I felt was the concept of the story but not give away too much.
Before, I reveal the new cover (covers, Charming Selene has a new one too!) I wanted to share some more of the rest of the playlist with you.
Let's get this party started, shall we?
Panic! at the Disco- Victorious
Banks- Warm Water
Ellie Goulding- On my Mind
Adele- Hello
Death Cab for Cutie- The ghosts of Beverly Drive
And the final songs will be revealed next week! I will also share quite a few videos for the playlists too. If you want to see the entire list and hear the music, feel free to check out my website.
AuthorDeeKing.weebly.com
Now, for what I have been waiting to share with you all.. Drum Roll Please.......
Charmed Destiny! Hope you all like it! Peace, Love, and all that Jazz- Dee
Before, I reveal the new cover (covers, Charming Selene has a new one too!) I wanted to share some more of the rest of the playlist with you.
Let's get this party started, shall we?
Panic! at the Disco- Victorious
Banks- Warm Water
Ellie Goulding- On my Mind
Adele- Hello
Death Cab for Cutie- The ghosts of Beverly Drive
And the final songs will be revealed next week! I will also share quite a few videos for the playlists too. If you want to see the entire list and hear the music, feel free to check out my website.
AuthorDeeKing.weebly.com
Now, for what I have been waiting to share with you all.. Drum Roll Please.......
Charmed Destiny! Hope you all like it! Peace, Love, and all that Jazz- Dee
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Oops I did it again..
I totally missed playlist Wednesday. I got caught up with other things I was doing and it totally slipped my mind. So sorry. Today I am going to give more of the book's playlist and a video! Yepee! I knew you guys would be excited. (Haha, okay may be not, but let's pretend.) On my website the entire list will be on there, but if you want to wait and see how many songs and how the story plays out through music feel free to just keep reading the blogs.
Like I said before this one took a long time to really put together and where would the songs make sense at the right times. I still did the one song that would sum up the book as a whole. That's the last song I will share. Before we get into the list, let's talk about what's going on this week in this crazy world.
From what the news is telling us is, France has done some major counter attacks on the ISIS group. (Hell yes! GO FRANCE!) These so called religious groups need to understand that when you take an innocent life then you probably get what you deserve. That may sound harsh, but it's the way it works. You can't murder others and not think you won't ever have to pay the ultimate price for taking someone's life. So again I am all for France taking matters into their own hands. I just didn't think it was going to be this fast.
What else do we have... Oh, I said I had a surprise about the Charming Series. I have two new covers that will be revealed for the first book, and the book we are about to publish. I always get so nervous when it comes to the cover reveals. (I cross my fingers and hope you like it.) These covers are way different and when they are revealed I will explain why they have the covers they do now. It's exciting and terrifying all in one. That's what I finished yesterday, hence why the blog post didn't come out.
Let's get to the music shall we? I think I stopped at Atlas Genius, for the first part of the soundtrack to the novel. Here we go.....
Fall Out Boy- Immortals
X-Ambassadors- Renegade
The Black Keys- Everlasting Light
Justin Timberlake- Sexy Back
Death Cab for Cutie- Black Sun
Slipknot- The Devil Inside
Ellie Goulding- Burn
Fall Out Boy- Centuries
Five Finger Death Punch- Wrong Side of Heaven
This is it for today, the last will be revealed next Wednesday for our final playlist list. I also wanted to say that the playlist will be listed in the book, just not the songs, that's an exclusive to the blogs and the website only.
Now, for the video as promised! This is the lyrics one, so you can see where the book is going.
Peace, Love, and all that Jazz- Dee
P.S. Next week we shall discuss the upcoming holiday. Stay tuned....
Like I said before this one took a long time to really put together and where would the songs make sense at the right times. I still did the one song that would sum up the book as a whole. That's the last song I will share. Before we get into the list, let's talk about what's going on this week in this crazy world.
From what the news is telling us is, France has done some major counter attacks on the ISIS group. (Hell yes! GO FRANCE!) These so called religious groups need to understand that when you take an innocent life then you probably get what you deserve. That may sound harsh, but it's the way it works. You can't murder others and not think you won't ever have to pay the ultimate price for taking someone's life. So again I am all for France taking matters into their own hands. I just didn't think it was going to be this fast.
What else do we have... Oh, I said I had a surprise about the Charming Series. I have two new covers that will be revealed for the first book, and the book we are about to publish. I always get so nervous when it comes to the cover reveals. (I cross my fingers and hope you like it.) These covers are way different and when they are revealed I will explain why they have the covers they do now. It's exciting and terrifying all in one. That's what I finished yesterday, hence why the blog post didn't come out.
Let's get to the music shall we? I think I stopped at Atlas Genius, for the first part of the soundtrack to the novel. Here we go.....
Fall Out Boy- Immortals
X-Ambassadors- Renegade
The Black Keys- Everlasting Light
Justin Timberlake- Sexy Back
Death Cab for Cutie- Black Sun
Slipknot- The Devil Inside
Ellie Goulding- Burn
Fall Out Boy- Centuries
Five Finger Death Punch- Wrong Side of Heaven
This is it for today, the last will be revealed next Wednesday for our final playlist list. I also wanted to say that the playlist will be listed in the book, just not the songs, that's an exclusive to the blogs and the website only.
Now, for the video as promised! This is the lyrics one, so you can see where the book is going.
Peace, Love, and all that Jazz- Dee
P.S. Next week we shall discuss the upcoming holiday. Stay tuned....
Monday, November 16, 2015
The Playlist!
Alright, Alright, Alright.. The playlist for the new book, Enchanted Legacy is done!
WHEW! It's a long one, but the music tells the story.. With this book I knew that it was going to be a difficult one for me to put all the music into a summed up version. In the book, I will have the bands I used for the playlist but I will not be putting the songs. Only on my blogs and social media will the actually songs be listed. I am going to break this up into parts for this blog. I would like to also post a couple of videos with the playlist that I want to share, but the playlist starts today..
Okay, so here we go with the beginning of the playlist!
Prologue - (Yes, there is a small one) It has a song too. Haha.
Godsmack- I Stand Alone
Saint Motel- Cold, cold Man
The Weekend- Can't feel my face
Florence and the Machine- What kind of Man
Twenty One Pilots- Stressed Out
This is the first part of the playlist. The songs, the lyrics, should help you see where the book is at and where it's going... It should tell a story in itself. Check out some of the music or videos, and as always.. Give them the love they deserve!
There is so much to come! Hope you enjoy the story through music..
Peace, Love, and all that Jazz- Dee
WHEW! It's a long one, but the music tells the story.. With this book I knew that it was going to be a difficult one for me to put all the music into a summed up version. In the book, I will have the bands I used for the playlist but I will not be putting the songs. Only on my blogs and social media will the actually songs be listed. I am going to break this up into parts for this blog. I would like to also post a couple of videos with the playlist that I want to share, but the playlist starts today..
Okay, so here we go with the beginning of the playlist!
Prologue - (Yes, there is a small one) It has a song too. Haha.
Godsmack- I Stand Alone
Saint Motel- Cold, cold Man
The Weekend- Can't feel my face
Florence and the Machine- What kind of Man
Twenty One Pilots- Stressed Out
This is the first part of the playlist. The songs, the lyrics, should help you see where the book is at and where it's going... It should tell a story in itself. Check out some of the music or videos, and as always.. Give them the love they deserve!
There is so much to come! Hope you enjoy the story through music..
Peace, Love, and all that Jazz- Dee
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Whoa!
What? Two posts in one week? It can't be true.. (It is, though) I just thought I would shake it up for a minute.
I have slacked so much on sharing my playlists with you guys, that I started feeling guilty. This is one of those posts. Music is in me, it's what drives me, and today it's time to share some of the tunes I've been loving lately.
So many albums came out this summer, that I totally forgot to share with you guys. Some were some great buys, some were okay buys. Let's start with a recent album purchase.
Meg Myers- Album- Sorry.
This is her debut album. She had released two previous albums on her website, but they were not a complete album. (I bought those too, just a little FYI.) Anyhow, the song Lemon Eyes, is hitting the radio stations across the country. Now, if you listen to the radio station, 96.5 The Buzz in Kansas City, you would have heard most of her songs before she became as popular as she is. She has a unique sound, her first song that became a huge hit was the song with lyrics that say, How do you want me? That song took people by storm. The album is pretty great. I think you have to be a fan of alternative music to know who she might be, but she is worth the listen.
Alright, who else do we have?
Churches- Second Album.
Now, this band doesn't spell their name that way, but it's the only way to spell it out.
This being their second album, I have been patiently waiting. ( I say patiently, but that's kind of a lie)
I had loved their first album, which had songs like The Mother we share on it, and I was hoping this album was just as great. It totally is! (That was my cool rocker voice. Haha)
The newest song they are playing is Leave a Trace. This song is pretty amazing too. I have loved the whole album. She has such a sweet innocence to her voice, a little like Ellie Goulding. I am a huge fan on theirs!
Let's see.. Like I said so much music..
Florence and the Machine- Album number three!
Man, this chick just makes my heart happy. Her voice, her lyrics, just carry you away at times.
Now, she is pretty much a hippie chick living in the wrong era, but does that really matter when you can sing like that? Nah.
My favorite song from the latest album is What kind of Man. She pushes the envelope with this song. It has a great beat, and the words make me happy. She's kind of amazing. (I am a huge fan if you can't tell.)
I have so many bands that I could go on for like ever.. But today we will let this be it. As usual, if you like the music and check them out, please make sure you purchase the album. They work hard to make you happy.
Okay, folks, that's all I have for this blog post today, and just like every post, I live you with my words of wisdom. (Haha, yea, I laughed too.)
Peace, Love, and All that Jazz- Take care of you- Dee King
I have slacked so much on sharing my playlists with you guys, that I started feeling guilty. This is one of those posts. Music is in me, it's what drives me, and today it's time to share some of the tunes I've been loving lately.
So many albums came out this summer, that I totally forgot to share with you guys. Some were some great buys, some were okay buys. Let's start with a recent album purchase.
Meg Myers- Album- Sorry.
This is her debut album. She had released two previous albums on her website, but they were not a complete album. (I bought those too, just a little FYI.) Anyhow, the song Lemon Eyes, is hitting the radio stations across the country. Now, if you listen to the radio station, 96.5 The Buzz in Kansas City, you would have heard most of her songs before she became as popular as she is. She has a unique sound, her first song that became a huge hit was the song with lyrics that say, How do you want me? That song took people by storm. The album is pretty great. I think you have to be a fan of alternative music to know who she might be, but she is worth the listen.
Alright, who else do we have?
Churches- Second Album.
Now, this band doesn't spell their name that way, but it's the only way to spell it out.
This being their second album, I have been patiently waiting. ( I say patiently, but that's kind of a lie)
I had loved their first album, which had songs like The Mother we share on it, and I was hoping this album was just as great. It totally is! (That was my cool rocker voice. Haha)
The newest song they are playing is Leave a Trace. This song is pretty amazing too. I have loved the whole album. She has such a sweet innocence to her voice, a little like Ellie Goulding. I am a huge fan on theirs!
Let's see.. Like I said so much music..
Florence and the Machine- Album number three!
Man, this chick just makes my heart happy. Her voice, her lyrics, just carry you away at times.
Now, she is pretty much a hippie chick living in the wrong era, but does that really matter when you can sing like that? Nah.
My favorite song from the latest album is What kind of Man. She pushes the envelope with this song. It has a great beat, and the words make me happy. She's kind of amazing. (I am a huge fan if you can't tell.)
I have so many bands that I could go on for like ever.. But today we will let this be it. As usual, if you like the music and check them out, please make sure you purchase the album. They work hard to make you happy.
Okay, folks, that's all I have for this blog post today, and just like every post, I live you with my words of wisdom. (Haha, yea, I laughed too.)
Peace, Love, and All that Jazz- Take care of you- Dee King
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Y'all know what day it is!!
Hey, Hey, Hey!! It's Playlist Wednesday! I told you guys that in June some of my favorite bands were releasing new albums.. and oh boy did they!
Let's just jump right in.. I chose the first album because they are one of my all time favorite bands.
MUSE! They really "brought it" on the album Drones. The guitar riffs alone.. one word.. WOW!
Really listen to the music, it's truly a talent. Of course, Muse has been around for twenty years, so they are doing something right!
Not everyone is going to be a fan, but then again, I don't follow the norm. (Normal is boring from what I have heard.)
I listened to the entire album, then did it again.. Searching for a song. Searching for one new favorite song. This was a task in itself. I found one that spoke to me. All of the songs are amazing, but this one just had that.. drive! The drive to make me feel something. The words are powerful, but also political. The entire album seems to be political though. Hence, the name of the album, Drones.
You can find their music in any store almost.. Itunes is offering their music as well. Spotify is covering this new album too. Youtube even has a video.. Who would have known? (What isn't on youtube these days?)
So, without further ado, I give you one of my favorite songs from the album, and a song I will be using. Hope you enjoy! -Dee-
Let's just jump right in.. I chose the first album because they are one of my all time favorite bands.
MUSE! They really "brought it" on the album Drones. The guitar riffs alone.. one word.. WOW!
Really listen to the music, it's truly a talent. Of course, Muse has been around for twenty years, so they are doing something right!
Not everyone is going to be a fan, but then again, I don't follow the norm. (Normal is boring from what I have heard.)
I listened to the entire album, then did it again.. Searching for a song. Searching for one new favorite song. This was a task in itself. I found one that spoke to me. All of the songs are amazing, but this one just had that.. drive! The drive to make me feel something. The words are powerful, but also political. The entire album seems to be political though. Hence, the name of the album, Drones.
You can find their music in any store almost.. Itunes is offering their music as well. Spotify is covering this new album too. Youtube even has a video.. Who would have known? (What isn't on youtube these days?)
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
Y'all know what day it is!!
Playlist Wednesday! I started writing again on my wordpress yesterday! I will be writing on both again.. Just not every day. If I did that, I may never get the chance to write again. Hahaha
Okay, for today I chose a song about being a hero. I feel like we all can be our own hero's if we try. You don't have to move cars with one hand, and you don't have to run into burning buildings to be a hero. You can be your own hero in your own right.
In Charmed Destiny, they are looking for a hero among themselves. Hopefully, they find that hero..
Here is Hall of Fame by The Script... ENJOY!
Okay, for today I chose a song about being a hero. I feel like we all can be our own hero's if we try. You don't have to move cars with one hand, and you don't have to run into burning buildings to be a hero. You can be your own hero in your own right.
In Charmed Destiny, they are looking for a hero among themselves. Hopefully, they find that hero..
Here is Hall of Fame by The Script... ENJOY!
Monday, June 1, 2015
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
It's Playlist Day!
Hey, Hey, Hey! How you guys doing? We are almost to that beloved day. Friday. Yes, yes. The weekend! I know I am pretty excited about this. I have a little something up my sleeve, and truly hoping it all works out. As soon as I know if everything is all good, I will tell you! BUT we all know we came here today to see what music I was going to share today. Unfortunately, I haven't found any new Indie bands to share with you all. I still love the ones who have shared with me, and who I have promoted. so, don't forget about those guys. They have some kick a** tunes!
For today, I thought since I do write romance novels, maybe I should share some of the fun parts of the books. Not so sad, or depressing, but some of the times where you find love in the oddest of places. We all have good days with the ones we love. Of course, we have the bad, but we all have the good, and those replace the bad moments most of the time.
For today, I am going to share some songs from Enchanted Legacy, and from the new playlist for Charmed Destiny. They are more upbeat, and kind of make you happy. Let's jump in, shall we..
Sugar, by Maroon 5.. That song is just a good song about kissing. I mean, let's be real.. Everyone wants to be kissed every once and a while. Maybe not by a stranger, but for sure someone we love.
Geronimo by Sheppard is a great upbeat song. I find it to bring up the spirits if you are down.
Heros by Alesso featuring Tove Lo.. It just reminds me of a beautiful love song.. About people becoming hero's. You can be a hero. Just be yourself, and that alone will make you a hero in my eyes. This song fits in perfect for Charmed Destiny.
That's all I have for this installment of Playlist Wednesday. I shall see ya on the flip side my friends.
P.S. Look forward to the upcoming news!! -Dee King-
For today, I thought since I do write romance novels, maybe I should share some of the fun parts of the books. Not so sad, or depressing, but some of the times where you find love in the oddest of places. We all have good days with the ones we love. Of course, we have the bad, but we all have the good, and those replace the bad moments most of the time.
For today, I am going to share some songs from Enchanted Legacy, and from the new playlist for Charmed Destiny. They are more upbeat, and kind of make you happy. Let's jump in, shall we..
Sugar, by Maroon 5.. That song is just a good song about kissing. I mean, let's be real.. Everyone wants to be kissed every once and a while. Maybe not by a stranger, but for sure someone we love.
Geronimo by Sheppard is a great upbeat song. I find it to bring up the spirits if you are down.
That's all I have for this installment of Playlist Wednesday. I shall see ya on the flip side my friends.
P.S. Look forward to the upcoming news!! -Dee King-
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Wednesday Playlist
Where to even begin? Wednesday is my playlist day. I haven't wrote very much this week. I have been trying to find music that sums up the new book I am writing. Charmed Destiny. The second in the Charming Series. There is a lot of emotions in this book. Trying to find all of the songs to describe what is happening seems to be a challenge. Whether it's sad songs, angry songs, or happy songs, music is what drives me in my writing. Looking for Indie bands is probably my favorite part of all this.
A band contacted me this week, and of course I listened. They were good! Sometimes, I won't lie, the bands that find me, I think, what the hell was that? But, then I try to listen to the song or other songs by them, and find that I like it. Not every band. I mean there is music out there that I don't like, I won't like, nor can understand. I do listen to every band that sends me their links, though.
With that being said, a band found me this week, that I liked. Beecher's Fault. The song was pretty freaking awesome. Now, I could say that and not mean it, but I don't work like that. If I like it, I tell people. If I don't like it, I probably don't mention it. These guys were good. Like make a record right now and buy it, that good. Big fan. I hope that they take the world by storm and people adore them. They deserve it.
Who else do we have that goes with the playlist of the book, you ask? Well, I think I am waiting patiently for some albums that come out in June. I have my favorites, we all do, and two of my favorite bands have albums coming out soon. So, be prepared for me to share the holy crap out of them!
The Foo Fighters new album is pretty damn good. I feel like everything they do is pretty freaking amazing though. I was and am a huge fan of Nirvana, and even though they aren't Nirvana, I can't seem to help but love them.
Now, bringing up old school bands like Nirvana, reminds me of how I started listening to the music I listen to. Alice in Chains, was one of my favorites. Heck, still are. Old school, Alice in Chains, not new. Yea, yea, I know, but it's just not the same as it was. Who remembers Creed? Man, I remember listening to that on repeat, now I wonder what the hell was I thinking? Do you have any old school bands you still like? I should definitely pick an old school alternative song for the playlist. I will find one, very soon!
Have you heard the new Modest Mouse album? I used a song from their first album, and I am going to use a song from their second album. Lampshades On. I love this song. That song made the playlist for this book. They have lyrics that sometimes make sense, and others that are just weird. I love it.
Alright, so for the big news.. Last week I was asked to write an autobiography for someone. This isn't just someone, she is pretty freaking awesome. No, it's not like we know each other that well, or even met in real life before. I have refrained from telling the world who it is yet, because legal issues. BUT when I can, I will share with all of you. This is exciting, and nerve wrecking all in one. I usually write stories that I tell, I have never wrote someone else's true story. Wish me luck. I will be searching for music for this book too. It's just now in the very raw stages of becoming a book. We shall see what the future holds.
Okay, let's talk about the book I have coming out in the very near future. Enchanted Legacy. This book has turned my life around. I wanted to tell a tragic love story, with a happily ever after ending. In life we face many challenges, and this book is one challenge after the other. Here soon, you all will get the chance to read it. I am nervous, I won't lie. The fear of people hating your work can almost consume you. I have to have some faith in myself that people will read the book, and find that through dark tragedy comes light.
I wanted to thank you. I know I say this all the time, but each of you help me.. You help me look forward to sharing about my life. About the music I love. There is hundreds of blogs out there, and the fact you chose to read mine, well, I am honored.
Don't be afraid to be you. Who wants to be normal all the time anyways? Normal is boring. Be you. Be Happy, and most of all, be good to yourself and others. Karma is a real bitch, and you get what you put out. I am a firm believer in that. That's all I have for this Wednesday blog post. I shall catch you on flip side! -Dee-
A band contacted me this week, and of course I listened. They were good! Sometimes, I won't lie, the bands that find me, I think, what the hell was that? But, then I try to listen to the song or other songs by them, and find that I like it. Not every band. I mean there is music out there that I don't like, I won't like, nor can understand. I do listen to every band that sends me their links, though.
With that being said, a band found me this week, that I liked. Beecher's Fault. The song was pretty freaking awesome. Now, I could say that and not mean it, but I don't work like that. If I like it, I tell people. If I don't like it, I probably don't mention it. These guys were good. Like make a record right now and buy it, that good. Big fan. I hope that they take the world by storm and people adore them. They deserve it.
Who else do we have that goes with the playlist of the book, you ask? Well, I think I am waiting patiently for some albums that come out in June. I have my favorites, we all do, and two of my favorite bands have albums coming out soon. So, be prepared for me to share the holy crap out of them!
The Foo Fighters new album is pretty damn good. I feel like everything they do is pretty freaking amazing though. I was and am a huge fan of Nirvana, and even though they aren't Nirvana, I can't seem to help but love them.
Now, bringing up old school bands like Nirvana, reminds me of how I started listening to the music I listen to. Alice in Chains, was one of my favorites. Heck, still are. Old school, Alice in Chains, not new. Yea, yea, I know, but it's just not the same as it was. Who remembers Creed? Man, I remember listening to that on repeat, now I wonder what the hell was I thinking? Do you have any old school bands you still like? I should definitely pick an old school alternative song for the playlist. I will find one, very soon!
Have you heard the new Modest Mouse album? I used a song from their first album, and I am going to use a song from their second album. Lampshades On. I love this song. That song made the playlist for this book. They have lyrics that sometimes make sense, and others that are just weird. I love it.
Alright, so for the big news.. Last week I was asked to write an autobiography for someone. This isn't just someone, she is pretty freaking awesome. No, it's not like we know each other that well, or even met in real life before. I have refrained from telling the world who it is yet, because legal issues. BUT when I can, I will share with all of you. This is exciting, and nerve wrecking all in one. I usually write stories that I tell, I have never wrote someone else's true story. Wish me luck. I will be searching for music for this book too. It's just now in the very raw stages of becoming a book. We shall see what the future holds.
Okay, let's talk about the book I have coming out in the very near future. Enchanted Legacy. This book has turned my life around. I wanted to tell a tragic love story, with a happily ever after ending. In life we face many challenges, and this book is one challenge after the other. Here soon, you all will get the chance to read it. I am nervous, I won't lie. The fear of people hating your work can almost consume you. I have to have some faith in myself that people will read the book, and find that through dark tragedy comes light.
I wanted to thank you. I know I say this all the time, but each of you help me.. You help me look forward to sharing about my life. About the music I love. There is hundreds of blogs out there, and the fact you chose to read mine, well, I am honored.
Don't be afraid to be you. Who wants to be normal all the time anyways? Normal is boring. Be you. Be Happy, and most of all, be good to yourself and others. Karma is a real bitch, and you get what you put out. I am a firm believer in that. That's all I have for this Wednesday blog post. I shall catch you on flip side! -Dee-
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Wednesday Music Playlist
It's that time of the week again.. Where I share about music, and what new bands, and even some old ones!
Let's get this party started, shall we?
It's no shock to anyone that I love AWOLNATION. The album is amazing! So, many great songs! It's real, the lyrics are real, and the vibe is kicking!
I have also spoke of the band Bear Hands. They have been around for a little while, but I think their music is way underplayed. The very first song on their album, Distraction, is absolutely awesome! It made the playlist for Charmed Destiny.
"This is not what the Gods made us for, sacrificial lambs.. Let the weaklings drown."
WOW! Those words are pretty deep!
"I'm a butcher the bible says so.. All caged up. Death to sacred cows."
This song has some lyrics that people may not have heard at first when listening, but that's some deep words. An underlying purpose.
This isn't to offend others, but the song is pretty dead on. That's why I chose it for the playlist of Charmed Destiny.
Most of the album is pretty freaking amazing!
Next would be a new band that sent me their music yesterday. Moderne. They sent me a link yesterday. I seriously liked it! They have an alternative sound, but also a new sound.
Okay, let's see what else I have in my bag of tricks today.
Meg Myers! How could I forget her? We found her on our favorite radio station, 96.5 The Buzz a while back. A long while back. Her album isn't actually out yet, but we have both of her EP's. Yeah, I like her that much.
Curbstomp I have used on the playlist, and am searching for what other songs from her that I could use.
She has a sound that no other female has right now. I am a big FAN!
I think that covers it today. I generally, listen to the music, and if I like it, I listen to it again. I love hearing the lyrics. It's what makes a song mean so much more to me.
Take the time, to listen to music. Find something that makes you feel.
Find music that makes your soul come alive. That's what it's all about in this life, right? Feeling, learning, loving...
In the words of Meg Myers.. "I am falling in deep to you, my love is after you.."
-Dee King-
Let's get this party started, shall we?
It's no shock to anyone that I love AWOLNATION. The album is amazing! So, many great songs! It's real, the lyrics are real, and the vibe is kicking!
I have also spoke of the band Bear Hands. They have been around for a little while, but I think their music is way underplayed. The very first song on their album, Distraction, is absolutely awesome! It made the playlist for Charmed Destiny.
"This is not what the Gods made us for, sacrificial lambs.. Let the weaklings drown."
WOW! Those words are pretty deep!
"I'm a butcher the bible says so.. All caged up. Death to sacred cows."
This song has some lyrics that people may not have heard at first when listening, but that's some deep words. An underlying purpose.
This isn't to offend others, but the song is pretty dead on. That's why I chose it for the playlist of Charmed Destiny.
Most of the album is pretty freaking amazing!
Next would be a new band that sent me their music yesterday. Moderne. They sent me a link yesterday. I seriously liked it! They have an alternative sound, but also a new sound.
Okay, let's see what else I have in my bag of tricks today.
Meg Myers! How could I forget her? We found her on our favorite radio station, 96.5 The Buzz a while back. A long while back. Her album isn't actually out yet, but we have both of her EP's. Yeah, I like her that much.
Curbstomp I have used on the playlist, and am searching for what other songs from her that I could use.
She has a sound that no other female has right now. I am a big FAN!
I think that covers it today. I generally, listen to the music, and if I like it, I listen to it again. I love hearing the lyrics. It's what makes a song mean so much more to me.
Take the time, to listen to music. Find something that makes you feel.
Find music that makes your soul come alive. That's what it's all about in this life, right? Feeling, learning, loving...
In the words of Meg Myers.. "I am falling in deep to you, my love is after you.."
-Dee King-
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Playlist day!
If you haven't seen 50 Shades of Grey, then you may not know this song.
If you haven't listened to the radio (on pop stations) you may not have heard this song.
BUT, if you are one of the hundreds that did see the film, you may recognize the song.
I chose this song for many reasons. One reason is that I thought the song fit into the newest book, Enchanted Legacy, at a particular part. The words he uses to speak of his love for a woman he is in love with, worked out well.
The second reason is that I wanted a song, that was about love, but also broken love. A love that could be found out of something that you thought couldn't happen. Love finds it's way into our hearts when we aren't looking. We find love and then we lose love.. Sometimes, you find love in the oddest places, but we all search for love, it's finding it, and keeping it is the secret. We may be broken vessels at times, but we all earn for love. You may not earn for the sappy love story kind of love, but everyone searches for love.
If you are lucky in love then you are lucky enough, is a common quote, I adore.
I find this to be true. Love comes in all shapes and sizes. Love sees no color, no sexual preference, no bias, just pure from the heart, love. Love can be merciless, love can be hard, torn apart, shred you into pieces, and yet hold you to the highest standards that you want, and need.
In 50 Shades of Grey, the books were about love, but in a twisted way. She, Ana, in the book, wanted pure happy love, Christian, didn't know how to love like she wanted. HE wanted her as a possession not as a lover, per say. She wanted to teach him how to love, and he didn't want to learn. The story changes through the books, and his love becomes more possession than the sappy kind of love. In the end though, they learn from one another, and learn how to make their love work. Everyone needs love, just how you use love is what separates us from one another. If you know someone loves you, but you don't feel the same, then you should let them go. Whether that causes pain at the moment, is better than causing pain in the long road. Fifty Shades was a book, that was most definitely geared for adults. I thought the trilogy was very good, but not the best written book I had read. She was repeating the same phrases numerous times, but in the end, you find that you get over that. Well, at least, I did.
Today, the song may have been used for a film, that had to deal with very different circumstances than in my upcoming release, Enchanted Legacy, but the song fit. Find your love, find your peace, and LIVE for today. Not for tomorrow. If you are in a relationship, and you think it may not be working for you, then let it go. Let your life, your heart, be free, to enjoy love how it should be. You can't change people, but you can change how you feel and how you should be treated. Find love in your heart, and whatever and whomever that may be, I hope you find that peace with the one you love.
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
Good Day, good day.
Today is playlist Wednesday. I know what your thinking.. What crazy song did she chose today? Well, today I chose Big Data's Dangerous. I found this song intriguing with some of the words used, and I felt like it went with Enchanted Legacy. I am working hard on trying to get a new cover for the book, too. Yes, the original had complications, so here I am trying to find that perfect image to describe the new book. It's really quite a task. You would think that this would be easy, but I find that it's not. I will have one soon, though. Okay, well, without further ado, I give you the lyric video to Dangerous. (The video for the song, can be a little much for some folks, so I went with the lyrics instead today.)
Hope you enjoy! Talk to you all soon! Dee King
Hope you enjoy! Talk to you all soon! Dee King
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Goo Goo Dolls - "Iris" [Official Music Video] Playlist Wednesday
Today's song is a throw back to the ERA of the 90s. This song fits into the book, Enchanted Legacy, nicely. I hope you enjoy.
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Good Day..
Sorry for not being around, it seems I have caught a cold. I am not exactly sure why we say we have caught something, when in fact, I did not actually catch it. None the less, I have been sick, which makes me not be able to think of such randomness I could share with you all. Have no fear though, I am feeling better.. So, now your stuck with my corky old self.
I had been trying to think of what I would share with you all today. Would it be about the weather, because that's changing constantly, would it be about a movie I had seen, or would it be about books. The list becomes long when I let my mind run rapid. (Which I may need to tone that down some.) Either way, I found myself just thinking about who cares. Who cares about the damn weather. We all know it's winter time, and unless you live in California or Florida, you probably know the forecast. Cold. Movie wise, there is so many that I recently watched that has me wanting to spill about all of them, but then I think, who cares about that, today.
Now, your wondering, what in the world is she rambling about. Get on with it. Well.. I thought I would tell you all that I think change is good. I took a big leap yesterday and this past week on trying to better myself. Finding the happy in myself, and finding the happy that I can share with others. I feel like we are always trying to sell ourselves in some sort of way, but do we look at who we truly are in the inside? We can share five hundred things about ourselves, but in reality do we just share what we want people to see.
The fake us? The people we think we have to be?
I thought of this, as I decided to post about the subject. I always share what I think you want to hear, then at times that fails. What I want to share is me. Share the ups and downs of real life.
I am a real person, and this is just me being me. I have been honored to see how many people read my crazy words. I never want to think that someone took the time out to hear me, but I didn't even pay attention.
Well, I do.
I pay attention. I see you on my facebook, my twitter, my blog. I watch and feel giddy as I see that you have read what I have said. You make me a better person. This blog post is about me telling you that I have a new lease on life, and that you have made that happen.
Thank you for reading my crazy thoughts, for wanting to read my next book, Enchanted Legacy, and trying to listen to all the songs I post for the playlist. I couldn't do this without you.
-Always and Forever- Dee King
I had been trying to think of what I would share with you all today. Would it be about the weather, because that's changing constantly, would it be about a movie I had seen, or would it be about books. The list becomes long when I let my mind run rapid. (Which I may need to tone that down some.) Either way, I found myself just thinking about who cares. Who cares about the damn weather. We all know it's winter time, and unless you live in California or Florida, you probably know the forecast. Cold. Movie wise, there is so many that I recently watched that has me wanting to spill about all of them, but then I think, who cares about that, today.
Now, your wondering, what in the world is she rambling about. Get on with it. Well.. I thought I would tell you all that I think change is good. I took a big leap yesterday and this past week on trying to better myself. Finding the happy in myself, and finding the happy that I can share with others. I feel like we are always trying to sell ourselves in some sort of way, but do we look at who we truly are in the inside? We can share five hundred things about ourselves, but in reality do we just share what we want people to see.
The fake us? The people we think we have to be?
I thought of this, as I decided to post about the subject. I always share what I think you want to hear, then at times that fails. What I want to share is me. Share the ups and downs of real life.
I am a real person, and this is just me being me. I have been honored to see how many people read my crazy words. I never want to think that someone took the time out to hear me, but I didn't even pay attention.
Well, I do.
I pay attention. I see you on my facebook, my twitter, my blog. I watch and feel giddy as I see that you have read what I have said. You make me a better person. This blog post is about me telling you that I have a new lease on life, and that you have made that happen.
Thank you for reading my crazy thoughts, for wanting to read my next book, Enchanted Legacy, and trying to listen to all the songs I post for the playlist. I couldn't do this without you.
-Always and Forever- Dee King
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Believe..
I speak quite a bit about believing in yourself, and making your
dreams come true. Today, this blog post is short and sweet.
I listed the newest song from the playlist, and also the newest
teaser for you. I hope you find comfort in this place. Believe.
dreams come true. Today, this blog post is short and sweet.
I listed the newest song from the playlist, and also the newest
teaser for you. I hope you find comfort in this place. Believe.
Thursday, December 18, 2014
Thought I forgot you..
Now, for those of you that read the first book I wrote, Charming Selene, I am more than half way through the second book on the writing. It's from a different point of view, so I know I am taking a huge leap by doing that. I wanted people to know someone's else's thoughts and feelings as Selene traveled the road she was and is on. That book, the second in the Charming Series will be out in the summer of 2015.
For the big TADA of this little blog post.. MUSIC! That's right. My first love. The one thing I never forget to share with you. Music. I have decided to do something WAY outside of the box. I am going to try and produce some of my own songs to match up with the books. This way you get a feeling of how the book should read. When the chords are low and sad, when they are heavy and hard, and when they are amazingly beautiful. This is a dream of mine, and I hope I can do this..
We all have to find faith in ourselves at one point. I know that my book is nothing compared to so many others in the Indie World. I also know that if I doubt myself all the time nothing good will come of that either. I am here to tell you dreams can happen.. You, yourself, can make these dreams come true. Nothing is ever easy.. I have known this for a while. People assume that fame and fortune comes from money etc.. it doesn't. It comes from within. Believe in yourself, and you will find that your making your own fame and fortune lives inside of you.
Before the holidays come I just wanted to take the time to let you know.. I am still here.. I am still holding onto a dream.
Best Wishes,
Dee
P.S.
Next time I am going to share some amazing new music with you guys! Don't miss it! Great bands! For the ones of you that are looking for my playlist that will be revealed soon.. but for now..
I will leave you with one song. Check her out!
Banks- Beggin for thread
AMAZING song!
Thursday, September 18, 2014
Not sure..
Hi all.. I feel like I have been locked away for a while, trying to work very hard on projects I have coming soon. I thought I would share one of the big ones with you all.
Charming Selene will soon be available on paperback! (Yepee!!) With a brand new cover! I am so thrilled to actually see my work in print.. I can't imagine how it will be the day I hold the book.
Second I am writing again, and all of that will be revealed too. I won't say if it's the second to the Charming Series, but I do have a date for that also.
Third, life gets in the way sometimes. I often find that as I write my worries disappear for a moment, but then back in reality, I am stuck in a hard place. I find it harder to write some days when I feel like walls are closing in on me.
I recently finished a book series I was reading, and I am almost done with another book that I had promised to read. I will let you know about that too on my next blog post. I also am working on new playlist music. It's one of my favorite things about writing, is the music I love. I have found writing this new book, (oops) that I have listened to a little heavier music than I am use to. I hope to have all of these things ready to go for you all very soon. In October I will reveal everything.. I am excited to always share with you all first!
Peace, Love, and all that Jazz, -Dee King-
Charming Selene will soon be available on paperback! (Yepee!!) With a brand new cover! I am so thrilled to actually see my work in print.. I can't imagine how it will be the day I hold the book.
Second I am writing again, and all of that will be revealed too. I won't say if it's the second to the Charming Series, but I do have a date for that also.
Third, life gets in the way sometimes. I often find that as I write my worries disappear for a moment, but then back in reality, I am stuck in a hard place. I find it harder to write some days when I feel like walls are closing in on me.
I recently finished a book series I was reading, and I am almost done with another book that I had promised to read. I will let you know about that too on my next blog post. I also am working on new playlist music. It's one of my favorite things about writing, is the music I love. I have found writing this new book, (oops) that I have listened to a little heavier music than I am use to. I hope to have all of these things ready to go for you all very soon. In October I will reveal everything.. I am excited to always share with you all first!
Peace, Love, and all that Jazz, -Dee King-
Monday, August 11, 2014
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