Cuida

This is probably the sappiest song from Dancel that I've heard. I was searching for tv wall mounts when a friend of mine sent me a link to the rough version of this song. Two nights ago, I was fortunate enough to get invited to the Brixton Block Party and heard the former front man of Sugarfree belt the song live.

And was I mesmerized.

Paris

Most of my friends have Paris on their list of the places they want to go to. I mean who wouldn't want to experience the Parisian way of eating, walking, and even breathing! Been bumping into these luxury paris apartment deals whenever I search for the interesting things to do while in Paris.

Biking around the city is the first of tons of things that I want to do if ever I'll get the chance to visit the most romantic place on earth. Then maybe watch and observe Parisians and other tourists while having coffee at a local cafe, and of course take photographs.

I bet every corner of Paris will be picture perfect.

Royalty

Up north, they reign.
Where cigar ratings do not take its toll.
Glass caskets and smooth floors.
Feet won't event touch soil.

Up north, they reign.
Sun shines amidst rain.
Rain wash away every grain.
Of courtesies that have wane.

Up north, they reign.
Up north, them pain.
Up north, sweet grain.
Up north, they wane.

Slow Start

In my room, streaming Minus the Bear on Soundcloud. One reason I'm doing this is because a new found friend likes listening to the band. I met him last November and I sort of felt connected with him because I just found out that we have some things in common. But I'm not going to linger on that. I just know that I like talking to him and I just hope he sort of perceive the same thing with me.

This is really weird. Writing. I honestly feel really awkward right now as I type. Guess I cannot really come back to that point in my life where writing is my comfort zone. I've accepted the fact that I'm not good with words. I think I WAS before. Don't get me wrong, I write everyday but the style is all black and white. It's a slow process, but strongly believe that I am getting better at it.

The start of the year have been pretty slow for me. Saying that sounds funny because because it's only the 6th day. High hopes was all I had when I started 2012. I thought everything will go smoothly, but the first half was rough. But looking back, I think the things that happened were meant to happen. It was a blessing in disguise.

Rejection was a blessing.

2012 was I think a particular year in my life where I met and made A LOT of new friends. And these new set of friends were the ones that I love being around with because I can just be myself. I can be my crazy self without being laughed at and I can talk about things without feeling awkward and afraid of being ridiculed.

But honestly, I love the days when I do things on my own. Watching movies alone. Eating alone. Watching gigs alone. Walking alone. Some three years ago, I was sort of 'stressed out' with the idea that at my age, I still do things alone. Of course, there are days that I wonder how it feels like having someone (who doesn't). Pero lagi ko na lang sinasabi sa sarili ko na dadating din yan. Dadating din siya. If not, then life goes on.

The new year both excite and scare me. But I guess the year will be less awkward and not as stressful as last year.

I hope.

North

Had the chance to explore Ilocos during the last days of 2012. I got invited by my office mates to a three-day tour of the famous spots up north. I am glad I joined.

First stop: Ilocos bridge

My favorite place we went to has got to be the Bangui Windmills. Seeing these humongous wind instruments up close is quite an experience. Hearing the loud creaks of the windmills will make you feel like you're a part of a spooky movie. Here's one photo I took when we explored the Bangui Windmills.

Bangui Windmills, Ilocos

[Indie] Manila on Pindiemusic

I started my YouTube channel, [Indie] Manila, late last year. But I've only really made an effort to go out and attend different gigs held at different bars (some of them sell interesting  handmade cigars) around Manila this year. I always bring my Kodak PlaySport Zx5 and record as much as I can of the very much alive Independent music scene Watching live gigs is one thing I am passionate about and I most of the time find it frustrating to not find 'watchable' live band footage of the bands here. So I decided why not go out there and shoot my favorite bands the way that I myself would enjoy finding on YouTube.

The awesome people behind Pindiemusic.com website asked me to choose ten of the best videos I have filmed since I started last October 2011 for their first video exhibition.

Look, Ma! I'm on the internet!

It is not an easy task because all of the videos are special to me and have different experiences attached to it. I chose these videos with these in mind: rarity and difficulty of filming.

Click the photo below and check out the feature with videos from Pedicab, Hidden Nikki, Taken by Cars, Sleepwalk Circus, tide/edit, Dicta License, Twin Lobster, Urbandub, Up Dharma Down, and Sandwich.

Stages

Not really a fan of being up on stage, but this positioning stages are interesting. Linear positioning method sounds Greek to me, but reading more about it made me more interested on what this service has to offer. Maybe I'll write another blog post to discuss more about this service.

Shoes

New db shoes. Nice way to begin the week. Been wanting to have these pairs for weeks but got too clammed up with work. I placed my order the other day. I just have to wait for two days before it reach my doorstep. I am excited.

Fuzz

Check out zvex fuzz factory at guitar center and avail the best deals this holiday season. Guitars are among the things I would like to have this Christmas. And spotting this great deal online made me realize that it is possible to get my wish. There are other deals you can avail from the website so click on!

Jib

Been getting a lot of random assignments like writing a feature on jib crane and other sorts of things.I am guessing it's because Christmas is coming and people are into buying the most interesting things as gifts for their loved ones. Speaking of gifts, I haven't had the chance to think about my 'shopping plan'. The holidays tend to be really crazy and having a plan could give one a stress-free gift-buying spree.