Musical Snobbery at it’s finest

I wanted the Saturday and Sunday versions of this blog to be special, so have decided that the first part of the weekend, will be to look at popular music today. It’s a bit of a check for me, to listen to what’s on top 40 music in different genres today…to keep current. And of course…as always to give my opinion. So….here goes.

Katy Perry: I kissed a girl

Actually had seen a video of this song last week (I think on VH1) while flipping through channels. The video caught my attention as did the song. I have to admit that it’s a very catchy. My issue with this isn’t with the content, that stuff doesn’t affect me at all, although if you’re a bit squeamish about girls kissing…this may not be the song for you. However, given my cynicism about big record companies, this feels like the next chapter in the Maddona/Brittney/let’s see how far we can push this sexual stuff sweepstakes. Katy does sing more like Maddona then Brittney, which at least piques my interest a bit. If her marketing savvy is as impressive, then it might be interesting to see where she heads…

Rihanna: Take a Bow

This was the best song of the group that I heard this week. She obviously has a thing for Beyonce and I admit that Beyonce doesn’t do a lot for me, but here, Rihanna sound confident and sexy in a lush musical bed that sounds impressive. I have heard very little from this young lady, but if this is any indication of what she does…..I’d like to hear more.

Chris Brown: Forever

My partner informed me (via People online) that Chris Brown and Rihanna are an item. Interesting, because I could hear them doing a song together. Didn’t care much for this song, but am impressed by his voice, which reminds me a bit of Usher. Would be interested in hearing more, because he certainly has the pipes.

Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major: Lollipop

In almost every genre I can find at least a few artists who I connect with. Rap is no exception. There are many who have mastered the art of rapping and have a great respect for those who are just not proficient, but who have something to say. However, unless your Kelis, talking about your sex, sexually, sexual prowess, in terms of food just has never done it for me. Especially in ways that are unimaginative….

Coldplay: Viva La Vida

This group has always posed a quandary for me. I like Chris Martin’s voice, and admired his piano skills. Hearing that Brian Eno was producing this album excited me as well, and his guiding hand can be heard through this song. It reminds me of hearing the song, “Clocks”, I was blown away by the atmospheres of the sound. But after repeated listening it never fully clicked with me again. Someday maybe I can figure out what it is about these guys….but this song sounded great….by about the third time…it was like, are we done yet??

Best song of the group Take a Bow
Most interesting song: I kissed a girl
Song that needs to be consumed already: Lollipop