Tuesday Tunes {James Vincent McMorrow}

I’m not sure where to begin with this song. I actually can’t remember where or when I heard it. Maybe a few months ago?

Picture this. I’m doing my housework, the TV is on and RAGE is providing me with some tunes. ‘Cavalier‘ comes on and I’m so engrossed in the video clip that I rewind it and play it again. It blew me away.

I grabbed my phone and found out I have already have the song downloaded.

James Vincent McMorrow is regarded as a folk singer…. but really he’s a modern version of a folk singer. The song ‘Cavalier‘ is emotional, incredibly compelling, quiet and demands your absolute attention. Its also intense yet subtle.

The song is captivating – it romantically sweeps you up and carries you along tenderly until you realise it’s a song about heartbreak. JVM’s voice breaks at the end and delivers pure emotion. Watch out for the goosebumps!

I can’t even talk about the video clip – it’s hard to watch – strippers & drug taking – but it’s beautifully shot.

Let me know what you think about the song?  Maybe I’m a big old softie that should stick to indie rock.

Artist:  James Vincent McMorrow
Song:   Cavalier (listen here)
Album: Post Tropical {2014}

 

 

 

 

Image credit: Casual Band Blogger & Scene Wave

 

CRASHMAT: Bean bag goodness

Looking for a comfortable place to sit back and relax in your garden? Or a comfy spot to read a book indoors? Then get ready to crash into a CRASHMAT!

Crashmat bean bags are waterproof, made from cotton canvas and feature child safe zippers. Check out some of the colour options you can choose from.

Black & White Stripe bean bag

Red Bean Bag

Lime Floral Bean Bag

Red Zig Zag bean bag

Staggered Stripe bean bag

Crashmat also offer kids bean bags, beach chairs, cushions and pet beds!

BARGAIN: Crashmat are offering FREE SHIPPING on all Australian purchases this week only. Just enter FREESHIPOCT when you check out.

Weekly Lovers List {02OCT13}

Skin care products. Love or loathe them, we need them. No one wants to see a sad old saggy Sandy at age 40!  {Say that 5 times really fast. Go!}

Here are some of the new products I’m currently using and why.

1. Dermalogica Essential Cleanser – I’ve been looking for a great cleanser for years and I finally found it. This milky cleanser is great for dry skin and leaves your skin feeling super soft. A week after using this product I noticed a huge difference – less impurities and an even skin texture.

2. L’Occitane Shea Butter hand cream – hands down the best hand cream I’ve ever used. A tube of this stuff is sold every 3 second around the world so you know it’s good.

3. Neutrogena Body Oil – I apply a light coverage of this oil to my wet skin before stepping out of the shower. Love the scent, it’s not heavy or gooey and you can get dressed immediately. Seriously, it’s so good! I cannot stop touching my skin afterwards.

4. Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 anti-aging serum – I’m new to using serums but this product is by far my fav. I love how it smooths out the skin texture and nourishes the skin and neck. {Use in this order; cleanser, toner, serum, moisturiser}.

What are your fav skin care products? Where do you buy your beauty products from? I normally buy mine from StrawberryNet, AdoreBeauty and good old Priceline.

Tuesday Tunes {Rudimental}

Super excited to post this today! Rudimental. I’m seeing them tonight at the Enmore Theatre in Sydney. BOOM!

Who are Rudimental? They’re British. Four members. Combination of songwriters and producers. Electronic music.

The songs I’ll be rocking out too: Feel The Love (it’s my ring tone!), Not Giving In (everybody’s fav), Hell Could Freeze Over, Waiting All Night, Home and Give you Up. 

 

My love for Melbourne

I’m in Melbourne this weekend visiting my bestie. Whilst I HATE HATE HATE that my bestie lives so far away from me, I absolutely love Melbourne; the coffee houses, the fashion, the small wine bars, fab food and who doesn’t love a tram ride!

Here are some of the things I LOVE about trendy Melbourne.

The hidden laneways ……

The street fashion ……

Via Michelle’s Style File

The food & wine …..

MoVida – tapas anyone?

And most of all ……

Coffee, coffee and more coffee

Look out Melbourne. I’m on my way!