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In the Trust Tree: The Night of No Regrets — A Four Part Series — Part One: Our First Time with Jack

Wow. Read that title again. It sounds soooooo serious bidness, doesn’t it?

Well, you know us. We are far from it (except when we get all Serious Sam on y’all. but we give you fair warning of that.). LiLi and I decided rather then writing a concert review of the Sam/Marcus/Jack show we  went to last week, that we’d go up in the trust tree and chat it out. And chat it out we did. So much so, that when it was all said and done, I had 13 pages of dialogue. All of it… GOLD! I couldn’t cut anything if I wanted to.

So, after some discussion, we decided to divide it all up. A four part series…. like a miniseries or  Lifetime movie. But with less of Jennifer Love-Hewitt’s boobs and more of LiLi’s (i hear there is a pic floating around).

And now introducing part one….

Our First Time with Jack

we could be sister wives, no?? #normal

I think that title is appropriate. It says it all. Although you really want to read on for not only our first meeting, but also where we discuss naked LiLi, full frontal hugs and my affinity for white v-neck tees. Now, up in the trust tree we all go…

LiLi: where should we start??

Amber: we will start from the beginning

where i waved at sam like some sort of maniac when we got to the venue

LiLi: uh yeah

start there

with your creepy ability to sense when english people are around

Amber: it’s a gift

LiLi: which is better than where i would start

with that kick ass bean burger i ate

anyhoo

yes

we waved

and i saw my first glimpse of jack

Amber: gah

LiLi: i was like OMG

THERE HE IS

HE IS REAL

Amber: we won’t say that after we got in the venue and went and creepily peered out the window

nope

no

it all happened at once

LiLi: lol

Amber: we saw sam, and then hair, and then jack attached to the hair

LiLi: uh, you all did

i went to the bar

and eyed up that tall bartendar

he was nice

Amber: i kept trying to get tall bartender, and then creepy bearded bartender kept coming over

i wanted to tell him no

you cannot help me

LiLi: oooo

Amber: but that guy can

LiLi: i liked the bearded guy

cause he had sleeves

Amber: you and your tats

which had a massive unveiling that night

LiLi: ugh

i know

i felt naked

NO ONE sees those

Amber: it was awesome

your first meeting with jack and you felt naked

amazing

i love how nervous we were in approaching him

will he think we are crazy twitter stalkers?

i mean, we are, but we don’t want anyone to THINK that

LiLi: i know

i was like DON’T TELL HIM WHO WE ARE

and then i told him

Amber: i was like TELL HIM

TELL HIM

and then we got hugs

LiLi: i saw a quick flash of fear

like he didn’t know which way this meeting could go

Amber: so i regret nothing

LiLi: yes

i regret NOTHING

we got hugs amber

HUGS

from JACK

Amber: any meeting that ends in hugs is a good meeting

LiLi: full frontal hugs

Amber: GAH

we didn’t even have to creepily ask for them

LiLi: i know!

Amber: not that i was above doing that

LiLi: WIN

Amber: this is soooooo going on our facebook timeline

the first time we full frontal hugged jack

i like saying first, cause it puts it out there that we expect more

LiLi: YES

that’s not creepy at all

That's right Jack. Tune that guitar. Tune it like there is no tomorrow!

we expect MORE body contact with you jack

in the future

so prepare yourself

Amber: duh

also, i don’t know if you noticed this

but after the show, he had on a white vneck

LiLi: are you serious?

Amber: YES

LiLi: i mean

that i didn’t notice?

it was hard NOT to with you hot whispering into my ear

WHITE V NECK LILI

WHITE V NECK

Amber: well, you know what those shirts do for me

LiLi: yes

i do

and now so do my ears

Amber: lol

Now, for those of you who are all “what is with all the Jack love?” (Sam), I want to say first of all, we can’t know you if you if you don’t love Jack. There. We said it. We love him like whoa and you should too. Secondly, the other 3 parts of this series are pretty much all Sam and Marcus shenanigans. So there. We just couldn’t NOT have a Jack post. Not after all of our love was pretty much confirmed through full frontal hugs.

Questions I Am Pondering for the Tour

Apparently all Ask Sam questions are now going to get video answers, which I personally think is the best idea ever. Especially when it’s not all serious business and I get to see things like Sam brushing his teeth.

So, with the Marcus/Sam tour on the horizon, this led me to think of some very important questions for both Sam AND Marcus (and Jack) that I need to have answered before we all see each other again.

1. What are the travel arrangements? Will Marcus and Sam cuddle in the back of a Toyota Prius, or can we expect the return of the RV? Or maybe a sweet van with a tv and video games like Marcus had in his tour video? Which leads to question 2…

2. Will there be a tour video? Because let’s be honest, this is too epic of a time not to capture it on film. I mean, I can only imagine all the man hugs that will take place that I just do not want to miss. Also, please give all of us fair warning while sober that such a video is being made. That’s all I need is to show up drunk on video. Again.

3. What will Sam wear? At one time, we expressed our not so fondness for the blazer, and the next tour it went away. (Coinciendce? We don’t think so.) Then for the London shows, the blazer was reborn, and it was a beautiful moment. I really can’t decide what I’d like at all now. All I know is I will be there with my Project Runway hat on.

4. Is it possible to get a sandwich hug? What I mean is it is mine and LiLi’s dream this tour to be the meat between two slices of Marcus and Sam bread in the sandwich hug of a lifetime. Or just make it one big group hug, with me us in the middle? Will those be an option during the meet and greet? Do I need to buy 2 posters to make it happen?? Will 3 posters guarantee hip to hip hugs?

5. Will Jack be available for a meet and greet? You know how we have professed our love for him over and over, so we need to know… will he join in the big group hug?? Perhaps behind us, homecoming style? Or will he run away when he realizes that we are the overtweeters behind SoS? I mean, we’d be lying if we didn’t say that we are INSANELY excited to meet Jack. I mean, Sam and Marcus are old news now (pfft… as if). Bring on Jack!!

As you can tell, we are pretty damn excited about the new tour. What are the things you are pondering as we get closer to kicking off this thang?? Also, which shows are you going to? Who is joining us in Dallas??

What do you mean you don’t know when the shows are?? You better check Marcus’ Tour and Sam’s Tour Pages pronto and get them tickets!

Why yes, Marcus IS Likeable!

Dear Jack,

When you post photos like this, I fall in love with you and Marcus even more.

From the amazing Jack Standen!

I’ve decided that I want to live my life big love style with you, Marcus and LiLi. But only if Marcus promises to wear that big foam thumb all the time. It’s a deal breaker for me.

Love,
Amber

P.S. Dood. Look at me. Blogging and such. The tour is good inspiration. Hopefully we will be doing more!

winning stuff is WINNING

So I made this audio boo. And in the boo I announced that we have TWO tickets to the Sam Bradley show in Dallas, TX on May 30 to give away. Didn’t hear the boo? Shame on you. Go listen now!


Can you get your butt to Dallas? Did you hear the code word? Then enter now and see Sam on us!

Already bought your tickets for Dallas? Why not enter and take some friends or family who have not yet experienced the “eff me” eyes.

Even if you don’t win the tickets, EVERYONE in Dallas is still a WINNER!

You all win special time with Drunk LiLi and hopefully ::fingers crossed:: Sober Amber. Okay, probs Buzzed Amber. And, that’s not all…. we will also throw in…. hugs. That’s RIGHT! You ALL win hugs from both myself and LiLi!! There are no losers in this game. Oh no.

Will you be in Dallas? We want to hear so we can prep our hugging arms! Seeing Sam somewhere else? Let us know where and we will virtually hug you.

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Oh and I guess it might be helpful to have an end date on this bad boy, sooooo….

All entries MUST be received by May 19 at 11:59 p.m. CDT. The winner will be notified on May 20 by email as well as a super awesome post on  so everyone can congratulate you!

Mix Tape Monday: Holly Conlan

presents

Holly Conlan

Since you are ALL going to see Sam Bradley on his Minor Tour, those of you in the U.S. need to get familiar with another name… Holly Conlan. And let me tell you, you are going to want to get there early to see her because she is pretty much amazeballs. Srsly.

Here is her bio from Shore Fire Media:

Los Angeles native Holly Conlan has carved out a distinct niche in Hollywood’s expansive music community. Her musical journey from a child pawing her father’s grand piano, to classical composition student, to surefooted indie-pop artist has led to the sort of burgeoning career that few independent artists enjoy.

A 2008 release of the Bird EP saw Holly’s first national exposure, with the languid piano and soaring cellos of “Winter” and the upbeat smirk of “OK” appearing in hit shows like One Tree Hill, 90210, Drop Dead Diva, Ghost Whisperer, The Ex List, and Privileged. That Summer, “You Are Goodbye” was awarded the coveted iTunes Single of the Week spot– its heartbreaking lyric and haunting production garnering a slew of new fans. Soon the film world took notice, and Conlan was offered a spot on the soundtrack of Love and Other Impossible Pursuits starring Natalie Portman. Radio play followed in a nod from KCRW (Top Tune – “OK”) and her addition to their 2009 pledge-drive giveaway package.

With the support of LA’s famed Hotel Cafe, Holly has been lucky to share the stage with a number of notable performers including Sara Bareilles, Colbie Caillat, Katy Perry, and Butch Walker. As part of 2008′s Hotel Cafe Tour, she traded sets with the likes of Ingrid Michaelson, Meiko, and Erin McCarley. Plus, her addition of “I’ll be Home for Christmas” to their holiday compilation, Winter Songs, rounded out the Sony/Epic release.

2009 saw the independent release of her newest LP, Fascinator. A culmination of more than a year’s work, the thirteen song offering retains the piano driven spirit of the Bird EP but delves deeper into instrumentation and arrangement, with lyrics that hypnotize. Produced by Al Sgro (Meiko, Gary Jules) and mixed by Darrel Thorp (Beck, Radiohead), Fascinator’s mature realization is proof that Holly Conlan’s journey is far from over.

Here is a taste of Holly AND you can get this song on her website for free!

Not only does Holly have “You and Me” as a free download on her site, you ALSO get a free coupon code for Toms when you sign up for the newsletter. Free music and a deal on shoes? Win-win, my friends.

And really? Sam? You are not fooling anyone. We see what you are doing touring with all these hot babes. And for that we say, kudos Sam. Kudos.

Find Holly all over the interwebs below:

Website
Facebook
Youtube
Myspace
Twitter

AND, if you haven’t bought your tickets yet for the tour, while you are getting the major side-eye from us, you need to go check the tour dates and get on it.

What do y’all think? Tell us in the comments! We love to hear from you!!

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