Press pLAy : Taylor Swift

As much as some may hate on Taylor Swift, its impossible to hate on the fact that she knows how to write and sing songs that are big hits on the charts. This girl has got serious talent.

Speak Now is Taylor Swift's latest album release and even though I am not her biggest fan, I'd be lying if I didn't say that Speak Now is really really good.

Every track has its own charm, but my personal favourites are:
* Haunted
* Back To December
* The Story of Us

Can't say anything more besides LISTEN and then JUDGE!

Press pLAy :)

Press pLAy : Kid Cudi

News for hip hop fans: Kid Cudi's released a new album Man on The Moon II: The Legend of Mr Rager.


His single Erase Me is a track featured on the album and its HOT!

As well as featuring Kanye West, Kid Cudi also teams up with Mary J Blige and the result is an album almost as good as his first.

If anything Erase Me will have you hooked! So check it out and Press pLAy!

Press pLAy : The Script

The amazing Irish band The Script has pulled one out the bag again with their new album Science & Faith.
It's unbelievably good, especially judging that this album is following in the wake of their first self titled album which featured the hits Breakeven, The Man Who Can't Be Moved and Before the Worst!

The tracks which stand out for me on Science & Faith (2010) are:

* For The First Time
* Long Gone and Moved On
* Walk Away


Best judge for yourself... Press pLAy :) 

Culture Class: The Worldly Versions of 'Cheers'

The act of drinking is universal and people drink for a large number of different reasons, but when it comes down to it, I think that we can agree that we all like to toast to good times, good health and lots of fun.

I once heard an interesting take on why people starting clinking glasses together when toasting and this is it: When we drink we can see the alcohol, smell the alcohol, and of course taste the alcohol, so that means 3 of our senses are incorporated in the act of drinking. So therefore, by clinking the glasses together, the act of drinking incorporates our last sense, which is of course hearing. With all the senses activated, there's a big chance the drink, whatever it may be, is going to be awesome.

Ever wondered what people around the world say when they toast?
Check these toasts out according to country:

* South Africa, Australia, America, Britain - CHEERS!
* Germany/Austria - PROST!
* Czech Republic - NAZTRAVI! (my personal favourite)
* Spain, Italy - SALUTE!
* Brazil - CHIN CHIN!
* Serbia - JI VE LI!
* Finland - KIPPIS!
* Russia - NA ZDVOVIA!
* Scotland - SLAINTE!
* Korea - KAMPAI!
* Portugal - SAUDE!
* Poland - NA ZDROWIE
* Denmark - SKAL!
* Romania - SANATATE!
* Estonia - TERVIST!
* China - GAN BEI!
* Japan - KANPAI!

By language:
* Swahili - AFYA!
* Hebrew - L'CHAIM!

Some of the spelling may be a bit off but the jist of the words are definitely above! If you have any to add to the list, by all means please do :)

::: CHEERS :::

That's What He Said: Nicholas Sparks

Ever heard of the author Nicholas Sparks?

Or maybe you know the movies The Notebook, Dear John, A Walk to Remember, and The Last Song?

Nicholas Sparks is the author of all the books on which these movies are based on.

His novels as well as the movies are tear jerkers, but also exceptionally brilliant.

Nicholas Sparks has a unique view on what love means and he has a way with words that really makes one stop and think.

Here's some examples:

Press pLAy: The Middle

Looking for a new tv show to watch? Something funny, short and clever?
Well then you have got to try watch The Middle.


This half hour comedy show is currently in its second season and stars Patricia Heaton (known for her role in Everybody loves Raymond) and Neil Flynn (the janitor from Scrubs).

It's a show about family, and puts a funny spin on the trials and tribulations of raising kids.

The characters are spot on, the acting is realistic and the storyline is so honest and relatable, you can't help but laugh.

Put your feet up, relax on the couch and Press pLAy...The Middle will make your day :)

Press pLAy: Kings of Leon

Kings of Leon have released their new album Come Around Sundown and like the album cover art, the music takes you away to another place.

I can imagine listening to this music whilst on a roadtrip, with the windows rolled down and the ocean rolling along beside the car.

Most of the tracks have brilliant beginnings, especially The Immortals, and that is enough to take you through the whole song.

I'm not 100 % sold on the different kinds of sound but I am liking the general vibe of this new album and Kings of Leon never disappoint, so by all means Press pLAy and let the music take you away :)

Art Buzz: Lab Art 2010

Culture Class: Daylight Savings Time

In Europe, the 31st of October 2010, meant the end of Daylight Savings Time. This means that all clocks are set back by an hour. If you are not from Europe, the concept is rather confusing and can cause one to either run around an hour too early or an hour too late.

Winter is approaching and in Europe that means it gets darker earlier. The main purpose of Daylight Savings Time is, as its name explains, to maximise on the hours of light.

So on that note, be aware that the time has changed and make sure you are where you need to be at the right hour, and not lost on some non-existent time plain.

Press pLAy : Eliza Doolittle

It's 2010 and there is alot of hot music on the charts at the moment.

Eliza Doolittle's self titled 2010 album is a mix of old and new sounds. Her style is a combination of alternative and pop, and its definitely hot, catchy and something different.

Awesome tracks on the album include:
* Pack Up
* Moneybox
* Skinny Genes

Press pLAy and Whistle away :)