Archive for the ‘Hip Hop’ Category

Song of the Week – 3-9-10 – Answer to Yourself by Soft Pack

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Lyrics for Answer to Yourself by Soft Pack

You gotta answer to yourself
You can’t depend on anyone else
You gotta know where you stand
And what’s in your hands
Yeah you gotta answer to yourself

You gotta write down what you know
You gotta make sure that it’s known
Because they’re coming along to see what you’ve done
And they’re gonna claim it for their own

You got a rabbit in your hat
You got a few tricks up your sleeve
Don’t get stuck in a rut
Or stuck in the same
You got exactly what you need

You got a talent don’t you know?
You’re more talented than you know
And you give it a shot
And give it the time
And be surprised how far it goes

But I think I’m gonna die
Before I see my time
But I think I’m gonna die
Try it anyway

You gotta answer to yourself
2 days a week outside yourself
You take an hour a day, an hour a day
And you don’t respond to anyone else

You got a few things on your shelf
You got to look through for yourself
You gotta choose what to read
Choose what to believe
And you don’t take it from anyone else

But I think I’m gonna die
Before I see my time
But I think I’m gonna die
Try it anyway

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The song of the week is brought to you by Michael Zampelli, former owner of Southern California punk rock icon, Zed Records. For almost 30 years, this mecca of punk and alternative music kept Southern California enthusiasts adequately supplied with unique, original and innovative music.

Currently, Zampelli manages a hockey fan message boards at www.letsgokings.com with thousands of subscribers. He takes photos for the LAist and the LA Derby Dolls. Each week he will contribute a song with a theme, a message and a beat. Enjoy and stay tuned.

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‘Big Youth’ at Ragga Muffins Festival Saturday in Long Beach

Sunday, February 21st, 2010

Big Youth at Ragga Muffins Festival, Long Beach 2010

On Saturday, I attended the Ragga Muffins Festival in Long Beach. Michael Zampelli took some photos for The District Weekly and I snagged a few for this blog.

My favorite musical act of the day was Big Youth (pictured above). This man exudes more verve and childlike enthusiasm than most people a fraction of his age. He’s got a groovin’ rap style and smooth moves to go with it. Go to Big Youth’s MySpace page if you want to get in the groove.

Gal Vanized with Funnel cake at the Ragga Muffins Festival

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I also felt childlike and care-free wearing my Gal Vanized get-up and eating funnel cake. I decided that I was going to surrender myself to the IRIE vibes and absorb as much of the experience as possible.

The crowd was very diverse and fun. Everyone was relaxed and having a good time. It was like sitting in a big huge living room. No problems whatsoever. I wasn’t the only one there with pink hair, click on the photo below to see a larger version of the audience.

the audience at the Ragga Muffins Festival in Long Beach, 2010

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Flight of the Conchords – Hiphopopotamus vs. Rhymenoceros

Sunday, February 21st, 2010

Comedy meets hip hop as white guys from New Zealand make fun of their inability to be innovative and powerful rappers.

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Soldier of Love by Sade

Friday, February 12th, 2010

Good stuff.

Enjoy.

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Song of the Week – 1-19-10 – Day ‘n’ Night by Kid Cudi

Tuesday, January 19th, 2010


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This week’s song is Day ‘n’ Night by Kid Cudi.

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The song of the week is brought to you by Michael Zampelli, former owner of Southern California punk rock icon, Zed Records. For almost 30 years, this mecca of punk and alternative music kept Southern California enthusiasts adequately supplied with unique, original and innovative music.

Currently, Zampelli manages a hockey fan message boards at www.letsgokings.com with thousands of subscribers. He takes photos for the LAist and the LA Derby Dolls. Each week he will contribute a song with a theme, a message and a beat. Enjoy and stay tuned.

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Galvanize Your Mind Now – Pilot on You Tube

Sunday, January 3rd, 2010

First there was a Flip Video camera, given to someone like me who loves gadgets, has an idea a minute and some time off for the holidays. Second there is the resulting video. In less than two minutes I will list seven things that Galvanize My Mind. (Maybe they’ll galvanize your mind too):

1. Strolling the streets of Bluff Park with my iPod
2. Going to the farmer’s market
3. Snuggling with my cat
4. Working out on the bluff with Your Next Victory
5. Visualizing my ideal 2010 and beyond
6. Reading good Tweets
7. Watching Hello Ross on YouTube

This and more captured in my “not quite 2 minute” video. If you can’t see the video here, watch it on You Tube.

You’ll see me doing push-ups at the beach with a pink wig on and you’ll meet Fenix, my persian tabby cat. One of my favorite clips is “Boys on Bikes.” I was out strolling the sidewalks of Bluff Park in Long Beach with my Flip Video in hand and a group of about 10 young men on skateboards and bicycles rode by, it was pretty exciting. Some of us screamed in joy. Including me. It’s on video.

itunes_iconI practiced with using audio clips in the video. I sampled Galvanize by the Chemical Brothers, and Express Yourself By The Watts 103rd St. Rhythm Band. Songs like these and more can be found on the latest “Songs to Galvanize Your Mind” PDF. Free to all new blog subscribers today. Get it here.

At the end of this video I mention a Create the Life You Want free hypnosis MP3 download. You can get it at icreathabits.com

Dare to Galvanize Your Mind Today.

Song #1 of the 2009 Galvanized Music Countdown

Thursday, December 31st, 2009

The number one song on the Galvanized Music Countdown is none other than Bonkers by Dizzee Rascal and Armand Van Helden. This is a fun tune about living your life and not caring what others think of you. Great to sing along and dance to.

Here are a few sample lyrics:

Some people think I’m bonkers but I just think I’m free
Some people pay for thrills but I get mine for free
Man I’m just livin’ my life, there’s nothing crazy ’bout me

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Here are the final results of the 2009 Galvanized Music Countdown:

#1 – Bonkers by Dizzee Rascal and Armand Van Helden
#2 – Take That by Wiley (feat. Chew Fu)
#3 – I Am by Novel
#4 – Kids by Chapman Family
#5 – Anyway by Duck Sauce
#6 – Careering by Public Image Ltd.
#7 – One Tribe by Black Eyed Peas
#8 – Fight Riff by Eula.

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If you like the songs in this countdown, you’ll love Songs to Galvanize Your Mind – A List for Strong Minds with a Purpose by Sheri Zampelli. It’s available to new subscribers for immediate download.

Get your list free today by subscribing to Get Galvanized in the box on the sidebar. If you can’t see the subscription box, visit http://sherizampelli.com.

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Song #3 of the 2009 Galvanized Music Countdown

Tuesday, December 29th, 2009

Song three on the countdown was the first song of the week for 2009: I am by Novel. I love the lyrics and how in the video each person has a light emanating from their chest/heart area, highlighting the fact that we are all one and that we are more than our bodies. I have replayed this song many times over the year as a way to remind myself of both of those things.

You can visit the original posting of this song for sample song lyrics and more information about the collaboration between Novel and Ben Folds.

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Here are the results of the countdown so far:
#3 – I Am by Novel
#4 – Kids by Chapman Family
#5 – Anyway by Duck Sauce (Currently not available in U.S. iTunes)
#6 – Careering by Public Image Ltd.
#7 – One Tribe by Black Eyed Peas
#8 – Fight Riff by Eula.

Come back tomorrow to see what song #2 is.

Between Christmas Eve and New Years Eve I will post my top eight favorite songs of the year. These tunes were selected from the 51 songs of the week that were submitted by Michael Zampelli during 2009.

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If you like the songs in this countdown, you’ll love Songs to Galvanize Your Mind – A List for Strong Minds with a Purpose by Sheri Zampelli. It’s available to new subscribers for immediate download.

Get your list free today by subscribing to Get Galvanized in the box on the sidebar. If you can’t see the subscription box, visit http://sherizampelli.com.

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Songs to Galvanize Your Mind Released Today

Saturday, December 26th, 2009

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Songs to Galvanize Your Mind – A List for Strong Minds with a Purpose by Sheri Zampelli is available for immediate download today. This list includes songs by artists such as:

James Brown
Stevie Wonder
The Ramones
Naked Raygun and
Ugly Duckling

The list is designed more as a mood enhancer and character strengthener than anything. I pull from genres as wide-ranged as gospel, hip-hop, punk rock and soul. The list includes 4-subcategories:

• Dare to be Authentic and Have Fun
• Get Pumped Up
• Get to Feelin’ Groovy
• Blow Off Steam

Songs include:
Boom by P.O.D.
Viva La Revolution by the Adicts
Can I Kick It by A Tribe Called Quest and
Think by James Brown

Get your list free today by subscribing to Get Galvanized below.

Song #7 of the 2009 Galvanized Music Countdown

Friday, December 25th, 2009

Song seven on the countdown is perfect for celebrating the season. The track is titled, One Tribe by the Black Eyed Peas and it’s all about unity and music.

This tune was the song of the week on June 9. Which is the day their album The E.N.D. (The Energy Never Dies) was released. I posted a blog with lyrics if you’d like to read along as you listen.

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Here are the results of the countdown so far:
#7 – One Tribe by Black Eyed Peas
#8 – Fight Riff by Eula.

Come back tomorrow to see what song #6 is.

Between Christmas Eve and New Years Eve I will post my top eight favorite songs of the year. These tunes were selected from the 51 songs of the week that were submitted by Michael Zampelli during 2009.

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Stay tuned because very soon I will release Songs to Galvanize Your Mind – A List of Songs for a Strong Mind and a Stronger Purpose.

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