Sunday, March 22, 2009

Throw it Away, Forget Yesterday

Boys Like Girls. This band defines my taste in music throughout my teenage years. Ever since the first time I heard The Great Escape in 7th Grade, I was hooked. What's not to like about this fresh group who epitomizes alternative music? Although some of their songs sound the same, there are a few that definitely stand out. Thunder, Heels Over Head, and 5 Minutes to Midnight are by far my favorite. I love the fact that their lyrics can range being young, crazy and just loving life to a heartfelt love song that makes you smile every time you listen to it. BLG brings back memories of karaoke at 8th grade graduation (we OWNED :D), endless summer days, and the feeling of being young and On Top of the World (which, admittedly, is another title of one of their songs). The downfall? They haven't released a new album in ages. But I'm sure when they do, it'll (hopefully!) be just as amazing as their first one.
Keep listening.


Singing "The Great Escape" at the top of our lungs during graduation =]

"You're a chance taker, heart breaker, got me wrapped around your finger"
--Heels Over Head

3 comments:

  1. What do you think defines alternative music? I never understood that, since it's often so popular... lol.

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  2. haha well ok the first song I ever heard was that was considered "alternative" music was Boys Like Girls. So i guess for the last 2 years that has been my standard. I think while its not hard rock, it's not pop either.

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