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‘I Was Broken’ Video — First, We Fangirl. Then, We Get Serious.
The Video
Our Initial Reactions
(via gchat, cause that’s how we roll)
Amber: what is happening??
LiLi: i was broken vid
posted
and Stewie is in it
Amber: SHUT UP!
LiLi: NO
I LOVE IT
Amber: OMG!
LiLi: BEST.DAY.EVER
Amber: I am DYING!
LiLi: i have been waiting to watch
so we can together
on gchat
DUH
and then post it
Amber: oop
LiLi: NO
Amber: let me stop it then
LiLi: i was like, STOP
i watched the first like 20 secs
Amber: i am ready whenever you are
LiLi: k
one sec
lemme shut my door
Amber: oh good idea
i shut mine too
this is serious bidness
LiLi: FO REALS
Amber: let’s do this?
LiLi: YES
ready?
Amber: yep
LiLi: k
go
Amber: i am so excited!
LiLi: there he is!
all up close
Amber: hey there marcus
LiLi: Like he is singing to me
Amber: all black and white
gritty
hot
LiLi: oheytherestew
Amber: hey there
LiLi: omg
i am dying already
i lvoe this
Amber: me too
this version
LiLi: and by lvoe i mean LOVE
Amber: gah
i just can’t even function
goosebumps ya’ll
LiLi: srsly
Amber: GOOSEBUMPS
LiLi: i’m getting the quivs
or that
Amber: he looks all emotional
LiLi: and there it is
Amber: it’s making me emotional
LiLi: srsly
Amber: YES!
LiLi: i might have tears
Like tiny ones
pooling
Amber: shut up
me too
LiLi: in the corners of my eyes
maybe
um
she looks gorge
there
i said it
Amber: she really does
the whole simplicity of the video works well with her
LiLi: SHUT UP
Amber: and him
LiLi: it restarted on me
where are you at?
Amber: NO
LiLi: yes
effing school computer
Amber: 2:56
i paused
LiLi: k
one sec
wait
i am looking at her back again
heh
she’s so purty
Amber: hahahahahaha
LiLi: ok
Amber: go?
LiLi: yes!
Amber: i’m sorry
LiLi: OH.MY.GAWD.
Amber: for this song and the emotion
kristen was kind of perfect
i mean is
LiLi: uh…YEAH
Amber: i just can’t
LiLi: srsly
Amber: i love this
LiLi: i.cannot.
Amber: oh
LiLi: i need this again
Amber: that last look
my heart
YES!!
LiLi: srsly
Amber: all day long
LiLi: i am going to start it one more time
and maybe stop staring at Kristen
Amber: oh hell
LiLi: i am going to try and focus on marcus for a min
i know
Amber: damn movie trailer is right after
LiLi: fo reals
uh
look at the sidebar
Amber: damn you msn
LiLi: HELLO
Amber: this is NOT TWILIGHT
LiLi: fo reals
but hey
what are they gonna do
they aren’t stoopid
Amber: oh i know
i don’t blame them
LiLi: okay
watching again
day-um marcus
Amber: i’m already a min in on this bad boy again
LiLi: stop singing to me
Amber: for real
LiLi: i get it
you love me
whatevs
Amber: his eyes are cutting right through me
TO MY SOUL!!
LiLi: BWAHAHAAHAHAHA
oh you
Amber: love me through it
LiLi: i will
i have no choice
i kid
kinda
Amber: 2:25
dear lord
LiLi: k
waiting
Amber: he does this head shake thing
LiLi: im at 1:50
Amber: i just can’t even with marcus
LiLi: gah
marcus
you are a genius
Amber: um
LiLi: in more ways that one
Amber: i like that shirt stew is wearing
i want it
LiLi: srsly
i want her hair
THE HEAD SHAKE
saw it
dammit
Amber: YES!
did you see it??
LiLi: athlete is in here
one sec
i am pausing
Amber: i’m not
but i was at the end
and marcus was giving me that look
that said, you better not pause me!
LiLi: LOL
these damn athletes
and their injuries
don’t they KNOW i have shizz to do
don’t you know this is really pissing some peeps off
confession: i kinda love it
Amber: me too
get over it people
LiLi: fo reals
but i am biased
i love everyone
except jason segal
but that’s a given
Amber: hahahahahahaha!
du
i mean
duh
i posted a tweet
fangirling
i had too
LiLi: srsly
uh
cause we are
Amber’s Final Thoughts
So, I’ve officially watched the video a few hundred times and I got to tell you people, it is brill. I kind of compared it in my mind to the Shadows of the City and, comparitively, this one is just phenomenal. It’s beauty lies in it’s simplicity. Whoa, that was really poingent for me. What I really mean, is the beauty lies in the fact that Marcus appears to be singing directly to me the entire time and he is giving good “eff me” eyes. Yeah. I said it. He is.
But in all seriousness, the black and white and the gritty feel is perfectly suited with this song. And the song? I remember when I fell in love with Marcus back in Dallas and he sang this song on stage and it was just amazing. He’s reworked it a little bit and it’s like the song grew up and became even better. Plus now with this version, I can’t quit listening to people bitch about how we fangirled in Dallas and ruined the video for this song. For the millionth time, I am sorry people. Yes, I am screaming in the background and if you’d have been there, you would have too. SO THERE!
And I have to talk about the fact that Kristen Stewart is in this video. Because it’s kind of like ignoring the elephant in the room if I don’t. People, srsly. Get over it. She is an actress. She is in a movie that has a very rapid fanbase. But that doesn’t mean it should ruin anything she touches. And honestly, look at the style of the video. Stew is PERFECT! She just fits perfectly. If you hate the video just because of her, well, then I feel sorry for you cause you are missing out on something truly fantastic. Had he got a girl off the street you would be singing his praises and talking about how beautiful this video is. I guess I get it in a way. I mean, if Snooki showed up in a video with Sam, I would be irate!
Phew. Rant over. Sorry for that, and if you completely disagree with me, that is fine. That is the beauty of it all. We can have differing opinions and talk and discuss it all out in the comments. Either way, my final word is… I LOVE THIS VIDEO! And duh, I love Marcus and I swear if he doesn’t plan that US tour soon…. ::shakes fist::
LiLi’s Final Answer:
ditto.
to what Amber said.
ALL of it.
i love every second of this vid. AND everyone in it.
i might still be speechless.
but….i have to say this…
to those saying that Marcus is “using” her or the franchise to get ahead or promote his new album, i say, GIVEMEABREAK.
who cares about the whys or hows? can we just enjoy the end product? i mean, i don’t care why she was asked to be in the video. or how it came about. all i know is that it works. for me.
and, let’s just get this out there once and for all. most (notice that i said MOST) of marcus’ fans DID IN FACT find his music because of his connection to Twilight. that’s how i found him. i am not ashamed of that, as i shouldn’t be….but they are two separate things. and i enjoy them both separately. to me, there is no “using” here. an actress was used in this vid because that was the vision either Marcus or the director came up with. it’s the media and fans who are tagging the Twilight connection to this. i mean, i don’t see her running through a fucking meadow chasing a goddamn puma or something. i see a gorgeous vid with two gorgeous people doing their thing.
NEW Marcus Vid People…Come Fangirl With Us…
Amber just sent me this gem and naturally we had to dissect it via gchat. Please love us through our inane chatter:
LiLi: ANDDD GOAmber: oh marcus
why so cute in your sunglassesLiLi: how many bracelets is he wearing?and what are they?Amber: i think this is a festival, so one may be a band for thatthe rest are just for showLiLi: ahyou so smartdo you think he’s hungoverhence the sunglasses?Amber: does the sun rise in the east?hell yes he isLiLi: LOLi was like, wait…does it?and then i got it#slowliliAmber: he’s also got that stubble that is clearly from waking up 5 mins before recording thisLiLi: but it worksAmber: of coursedudeis that his guitar case all duct taped up?LiLi: maybeokhis voicei know, it’s been saidbut it slays meAmber: oh dearyesLiLi: the gravelly sounddang, stop with the sun alreadyi get it, you are going for a lookAmber: it makes him look like an angelLiLi: but i want to see himLOLAmber: sent from heavenLiLi: omgAmber: to grace us with short pants and emotional tunesLiLi: fangirl nerd alertAmber: oh myLiLi: waiti am behinddamn studentsAmber: 4:25 makes my heart hurtDOODLiLi: coming in my officeAmber: gahLiLi: waitOMG
YES::ahem::Amber: i am a puddleLiLi: quiversi said iti went thereAmber: yes, yes you didLiLi: judge awayAmber: why would i judge when you just say what we are all thinkingLiLi: hahahaha…so trueumcan we watch again?Amber: of course!
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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Marcus Featured in Communion Flowerpot Session Video (Plus a BUNCH of Other Amazing Artists!!)
A FANTASTIC video from Communion on the Flowerpot Sessions.So many amazing artists featured, including our very own Marcus Foster! I say you should watch the whole thing, but if you are on a time crunch, you can see Marcus at 1:33, 2:32 (quick interview) and 4:41 (Marcus with a turtle, yep).
The sessions will be released on the 30th May, through Communion and Island Records, according to Stay Loose and the end of the video. I said it before and I’ll say it again… be sure to order as soon as it’s available. This compilation sold out before and I have NO doubt in my mind it will sell out again!
If you haven’t been on the site for the Flowerpot Sessions, go now. It is so well done and will make you a very eager beaver for the album. Trust.
new marcus vids??
are these new? cause they sure are new to us. but, let’s be honest, we miss a lot. i mean, we are #1 fan girls. duh.
Amber
Li Li
