4.29.2010
4.27.2010
4.24.2010
Brand New Crystal Castles
Haven't gotten a chance to give the new Crystal Castles album (with the same title) the proper listening it deserves, but I thought I'd share that it is now available for download on itunes.
Here's the first song I sampled.
4.23.2010
WTF?!?!?!
Ok, I'm sorry but I'm going to be an annoying tween for about 5 seconds and squeal!
KRISTEN STEWART WAS AT COACHELLA AND I FIND OUT ABOUT THIS AFTER I GET BACK?!
Wow, I don't even know what to say right now so I'll let these pictures speak for themselves.
Just when I thought this girl couldn't get any cooler. I'm in love.
4.21.2010
Gifts from Coachella
Though I'm sure it's been said more times than you'd like to hear, it's worth repeating - Coachella 2010 was incredible.
Now for the real treat - for those of you who missed music's most incredible weekend, the Coachella fairy has come to bestow three gifts to help you get a taste of the glory.
Dj's John Beaver and Thomas Radman have created two mixed CD's featuring artists from this year's festival, and as a bonus, they've also compiled a 10 year anniversary mix - all available for FREE download.
The duo has been creating the Coachella Mixes since 2004 purely in the spirit of the festival, starting as an idea to make something for Coachella fans to listen to on the long ride home.
The mixes quickly turned into an annual tradition and include songs from artists playing at the current Coachella blended in the style of a dance DJ mix. The end result is an Indie Rock/ Pop/ Dance music mash up of all things Coachella.
Enjoy!
(Photo courtesy of our dear friend at Ear Blessings)
The sold out festival (rumored to have more than 70,000 in attendance), was nothing short of a magical joyfest for music lovers of all genres. I actually got to see six of my top ten desired song performances and experienced my first ever camping adventure, complete with two showers by water bottle.
Everything from the music, the people, the food (fresh farmer's market produce, organic coffee huts and a Ruth Chris Steak House booth), to the facilities, and even the crazy characters roaming around the desert, absolutely exceeded my expectations.
For those of you who have asked, my favorite performances were: the XX (during which the Coachella main stage actually caught on fire - no joke, check out the pic below), Thom Yorke, Grizzly Bear, Miike Snow, MGMT, Hot Chip, Phoenix, Major Lazer, The Avett Brothers, Jay Z, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, Yeasayer and Florence and the Machine.
Aside form the music, Coachella is almost equally defined by the crazy characters and costumes seen roaming about at any given time. Below are two videos of some of my favorite Coachella characters. I actually got to dance with this first guy in the Elmo costume, and the second guy who I found on the Coachella Web site, is just a hilarious drunk.
Now for the real treat - for those of you who missed music's most incredible weekend, the Coachella fairy has come to bestow three gifts to help you get a taste of the glory.
Dj's John Beaver and Thomas Radman have created two mixed CD's featuring artists from this year's festival, and as a bonus, they've also compiled a 10 year anniversary mix - all available for FREE download.
The duo has been creating the Coachella Mixes since 2004 purely in the spirit of the festival, starting as an idea to make something for Coachella fans to listen to on the long ride home.
The mixes quickly turned into an annual tradition and include songs from artists playing at the current Coachella blended in the style of a dance DJ mix. The end result is an Indie Rock/ Pop/ Dance music mash up of all things Coachella.
Enjoy!
(Photo courtesy of our dear friend at Ear Blessings)
4.20.2010
Little d's Top 5 Coachella Performances
Here are a few of my favorite performances from the weekend...
5. Silvia - Miike Snow
4. Crystalised - The xx
3. Ready, Able - Grizzly Bear
2. Empire Ants - Gorillaz Feat. Little Dragon
1. And It Rained All Night - Thom Yorke
As expected Thom Yorke blew me away. I think he and Yukimi Nagano from Little Dragon should get together and make sweet music. Just a thought..
4.13.2010
Conan on TBS
If you didn't get your hands on tickets to Conan's sold out nation-wide summer comedy tour (which began yesterday and concludes in Atlanta on June 14th), never fear!
An avid Coco-lover myself, I'm still on the hunt for tickets to his show in Atlanta. If you're selling any, please let me know!
The red-headed king of comedy has announced his return to late-night television on cable's comedy channel, TBS. The show will air in November and play at 11 p.m. four nights a week (Monday through Thursday), sliding George Lopez's show to midnight.
An avid Coco-lover myself, I'm still on the hunt for tickets to his show in Atlanta. If you're selling any, please let me know!
4.07.2010
The Gaudy Side Of Town
Gayngs, the new megaband composed of P.O.S., Solid Gold, Megafaun, The Rosebuds, Lookbook, and Bon Iver's Justin Vernon, has released it's first track off their new CD Relayted. "The Gaudy Side Of Town" (inspired by 10cc's "I'm Not In Love") is a smooth and intoxicating track that is sure to put you at ease after a long, hard day.
I can't wait to hear the rest of the album which is due out April 20th.
This is pure baby-making music if you ask me.
Top 10 Countdown 10 Days 'Til Coachella 2010
With only 10 days left before the most highly anticipated event of my 2010, I thought it was only appropriate to share my wishlist of the top 10 songs I will go absolutely bonkers over if played at Coachella (in ascending order of my level of bonker-ness).
12. The XX - You Got the Love (Florence + the Machine Cover)
11. Hot Chip - Alley Cats
8. Hot Chip - Hand Me Down Your Love
7. Phoenix - 1901
6. Yeasayer - Madder Red
5. Vampire Weekend - Run
4.MGMT - Electric Feel
3.Hot Chip - Boy From School
2. Yeasayer - I Remember
6. Yeasayer - Madder Red
5. Vampire Weekend - Run
4.MGMT - Electric Feel
3.Hot Chip - Boy From School
2. Yeasayer - I Remember
1. Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros - Home
Ok, so I lied. But it was hard enough getting it down to even just these 12!
As a bonus, here's the video for my # 1 pick, which epitomizes the experience I hope to have at Coachella. Enjoy :)
Ok, so I lied. But it was hard enough getting it down to even just these 12!
As a bonus, here's the video for my # 1 pick, which epitomizes the experience I hope to have at Coachella. Enjoy :)
4.04.2010
Daft Punk + Tron
If you've seen the trailer for Tron Legacy you know that:
A) It Comes out December 17th 2010.
and
B) It's going to be sick.
What you may not know? Daft punk is responsible for the soundtrack. The French duo has recorded some 20 plus tracks for the sequel to the 1982 sci-fi film and are rumored to make an appearance in the movie.
Here's the first leaked track.
4.01.2010
Coeur de Pirate
She's only 20 years old, but Canadian pop singer Béatrice Martin (a.k.a Coeur de Pirate) is already making waves with hit songs like "Comme Des Enfants".
As one of my recent favorites, I find myself torn between the remix and the original. Decide for yourself here:
As one of my recent favorites, I find myself torn between the remix and the original. Decide for yourself here:
3.30.2010
Flash Delirium
Uniforms, puppets, eels and explosions.
That about sums up MGMT's new video for "Flash Delirium" off their upcoming album Celebration.
Like something out of a Tarantino film, this nonsensical video debuted yesterday on MGMT's official Web site, where you can also stream the new album in it's entirety.
I dig the quirkiness and originality of the video and can't wait to see these guys rock out at Coachella in only 17 days!
That about sums up MGMT's new video for "Flash Delirium" off their upcoming album Celebration.
Like something out of a Tarantino film, this nonsensical video debuted yesterday on MGMT's official Web site, where you can also stream the new album in it's entirety.
I dig the quirkiness and originality of the video and can't wait to see these guys rock out at Coachella in only 17 days!
3.28.2010
Harry Potter Opening Revealed
That's right, Universal Studios Orlando has finally announced that the grand opening of the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be on June 18, 2010.
I don't know about you guys, but I'm pretty stoked to see this baby once and for all. I'm predicting even longer, more ridiculous lines with screaming babies and sweaty European tourists.
Check it out here.
I don't know about you guys, but I'm pretty stoked to see this baby once and for all. I'm predicting even longer, more ridiculous lines with screaming babies and sweaty European tourists.
Check it out here.
Top Flr
Dinner and drinks went down last night at Top Flr in the heart of midtown Atlanta. Tucked away in a residential neighborhood on Myrtle St. near Ponce de Leon Ave., this surprisingly affordable two-story restaurant offers an intimate yet upbeat atmosphere perfect for a date night or late dinner and drinks with friends.
Open later than most restaurants in the city, ('til 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, and 1 am on Mon - Thurs), Top Flr is the perfect place for a nightcap, complete with a DJ who starts spinning around 11pm on the first floor.
Our next stop was up the staircase to the "Top Flr", where we were seated in the dimly lit dining room with simple black and white decor. Here, we began our meal with a generous helping of appetizers including Mussels soaked in Coconut Lime and Soy Broth (my favorite item of the night) ($9) and Pork Skewers with Cucumbers Daikon Salad and Spicy Thai Sauce ($8).
For the entrees, I split the Scallops with Sweet Potato Puree ($15) and the Ginger Crusted Salmon ($14) along with a side of Mac and Cheese ($6), complete with gouda and bread crumb topping.
Despite my temptation to order dessert, we decided to pass. I did, however, help myself to a glass of Riesling from the extensive four page wine selection.
All in all I walked away satisfied with the meal, the service, the prices and the intimate vibe. Although not the best meal in Atlanta, Top Flr is a great late night gem that I will definitely be visiting again. A big thanks to my friends Eric and Danielle for introducing me to this spot! If you plan on checking it out, be sure to call in and make reservations, as tables are not so easy to come by.
674 MYRTLE ST. Mon - Thurs 4:30p - 1:00a
ATLANTA, GA 30308 Fri - Sat 4:30p - 2:00a
404-685-3110 Sun 4:30p - 12:00a
www.topflr.com
PRICE: $$
SERVICE: ***
FOOD QUALITY: ***
ATMOSPHERE: ****
OVERALL RATING: ***
Lookin' Good Kelly O!
I was in complete awe when I came across these new photos of Kelly Osbourne. I loved them so much that I actually snapped these pics on my phone in order to post them. Those clothes! That figure! Needless to say she looks absolutely amazing and is now on my radar for future fashion inspiration. So here's to you Kelly Osbourne. Cheers!
Rude Boy
I can't seem to get this song out of my head lately, and the video is just as catchy.
In the colorful style of our beloved M.I.A., Rihanna steps up her game with her video for "Rude Boy".
3.27.2010
No More Excuses
Ladies and Gentlemen, it's finally here. The day we stop making every excuse under the sun to avoid starting this blog, and actually get our act together.
We've thought for some time about what we should write, what would be interesting enough for everyone out there, and what would set this blog apart from all others like it. We soon realized that this extremely paralyzing mentality was the very thing holding this baby back from it's debut to the world.
Thus, RiFF RAFF was born.
Intended to be an eclectic mashup of all things fashion, art, music, food, entertainment, lifestyle and leisure, RiFF RAFF will bring you inside the minds of two sisters who love life and all things beautiful and indulgent.
Intended to be an eclectic mashup of all things fashion, art, music, food, entertainment, lifestyle and leisure, RiFF RAFF will bring you inside the minds of two sisters who love life and all things beautiful and indulgent. Please join us today in celebrating a very long overdue birthday :)
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