Feist - 1234

I heart this song, as well as it's great film clip.

Just a really happy fun tune that always brings a smile to my face and I really love the choreographed video.

So many colours and cool moves.

Little trivia fact: the song was actually written by Aussie singer/songwriter Sally Seltmann



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Foster The People - Helena Beat

I've been smashing the three track ep by Foster The People for quite some time now, so I was very happy to get my hands on their brand new album last week.

Torches is a cracking album and Helena Beat is the opening track. When you open up with something things much fun and this good, you know you're in for a treat. 

10 songs of awesome from the start to the finish. This is a great tune to get you pumped up and feeling the groove, we cranked this in the office this afternoon and it made my day.

The haven't launched the official film clip in Australia yet, so for the time being, I give you dog boarding featuring Helena Beat. Enjoy.

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Peter, Bjorn & John - Young Folks

Everyone loves a good whistle tune, and back in 2006 there was none better than Peter, Bjorn & John's Young Folks.

It was one of the biggest hits of the year, not only because of the whistling but also for it's simple and catchy lyrics, making it the perfect sign along song as well.

It's just a really simple happy pop song with a cool animated clip, and always manages to bring a smile to my face and whistling from my lips.


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Eddie Vedder - Society

Wow, this movie and soundtrack still gives me shivers every time I watch or listen to it.

Into The Wild is one of the most inspiring, beautiful, happy and sad movies I've ever seen. Eddie Vedder does the entire sound track and absolutely nails it.

The movie is based on a true story about a boy who throws off the constraints of society and escapes to the wild of Alaska to be at one with nature and his thoughts. The movie is recreated from the journal logs that were found years later. The relationships he makes along the way are heart breaking, emotional, and pure. Damn, I wanna watch it again right now.

Eddie Vedder is coming out to play in Australia shortly, and I for one am so damn excited.

Enjoy this beautiful song. XXX


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Eddie does Society with Johnny Depp

Bob Marley - Is This Love

A few weeks ago a friend posted a status update on Facebook stating her hatred for all things reggae, and to be honest I was a bit shocked. Sure reggae isn't going to be every one's cup of (herb) tea, but I didn't think it was possible to hate something that to me is so positive and happy.

The greatest reggae man of all time Bob Marley was full of love and positivity that it makes me happy every time I listen to any of his tunes. Is This Love, I certainly hope so!

I love the film clip to this song, it's just Marley performing at a kids party and everyone having a good time. Filmed in the days when you could have kids in a film clip without people thinking nasty things about you. I wish this was one of my birthday parties, a great time would be had by all.

So light up the darkness people and let Bob give you a big music hug and share the warmth and love that is reggae.


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Little Red - Rock It

I had a song picked out for today, knew what I was going to write, had it all sorted. But while I was driving home from basketball and feeling a bit down (we lost a close match) Little Red came on the radio and my mood was instantly changed.

This song is one of those tunes that can instantly put a smile on my face, no matter what mood I'm in. It gets my head bopping and my hands tapping and within seconds I've forgotten about what ever bullshit was clouding my mind and taking up too much of my happy time.

I've seen them live once and the drummer didn't stop bopping his head or remove the giant cheesy smile from his face the entire gig. It's impossible not to smile when watching someone that happy, it's infections and so is this song.

Now listen, and smile. Don't try to fight it, it's impossible.


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Cloud Control - This Is What I Said

Cloud Control is a local Sydney band that’s been rocking my world lately as well as making waves in the local music scene of late. They're certainly one of the best Aussie bands getting around at the moment, and bring a smile to my face when ever I put their album on.

Their latest album Bliss Release is full of sweet and soft tracks that are like little cloud pillows for your weary ears. Their folky pop tunes make for a very happy lazy Sunday afternoon.

They're off to the UK for a tour before returning to Oz for Splendour In The Grass and a tour with The Magic Numbers, so if you get the chance to see them live, do so, you won't be disappointed.

I picked this song simply because makes me smile and feel happy... not a bad reason for a song of the day, I reckon.



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