Wishlist.

So, it’s that time of the year. When you start picking out things that you REALLY REALLY want, but that you’re never gonna get. But that’s the fun right? Some of the tops on my list:

-Any new song from Taylor Swift

-A Boat

-Awesome Socks

-Friends. Just kidding.

But seriously, what’s on your list? And why not just buy the Sweet 16 EP on iTunes? Yeah, you knew that was coming.

But what’s on your list? Because the holidays last only so long, as trusty Mr. Snowman reminds us.

New music we’re excited about: Shakira – Give it up to me

Timbaland seems to always set a new standard for dancibility in his songs and Give it up to me continues that trend. The drums in this song are killer! It’s a combo of organic drum sounds and raw synths. The minimalist production allows Shakira to demonstrate her vocal capacities and the her harmonic work in the chorus sounds great. In this song, less is more. Lil’ Wayne is, well, Lil’ Wayne. This is a classic Timbaland production and is sure to be a huge hit (it’s already climbing the charts as you read this!)

Reminds us of: Single Ladies – Beyonce

Billboard 100 Prediction: This should hit around #5 on the charts although it could face competition from singles off Timbalands own album, Shock Value II.

New music we’re excited about: Jeremih – Break up to make up

Every single Jeremih has released so far has a very unique sound to it and this song is no exception. The production is awesome! From the booming bass drums to chirping clicks over the top, the rhythmic ensemble has a great feeling of movement. It almost reminds us of a Christmas sleigh being pulled by galloping reindeer with bells jingling (weird analogy, we know)! Jeremih’s melodies are catchy and demonstrate a great vocal range. We love the feeling descending pickup notes into the chorus create! Very catchy stuff.

Reminds us of: Jingle Bells

Billboard 100 Prediction: The music video for this song was recently released. We think this song could break top 20, possibly as high as 13.

Sweet 16 Update and Questions!

It’s been a while (okay, five days, but that’s a while in internetland), but we’ve been working on a bunch of new tracks. So what would you guys like to hear more of?

Moody dance pop like “When the Night’s gone”?

Summer-y rock pop like “Falling for You”?

Or rock-dance-super-awesome-music like “Lightning Strike”?

Alright, so the descriptions were a little biased. But c’mon, who doesn’t like to rock out, AND dance at the same time? And yes, this was just another excuse to link all our youtube videos. But seriously -> band blog, got to do what you got to do.

Weird clip of the week.

This is just way too cool not to post. C’mon seriously. This man has SKILLS.