Thursday, August 20, 2009

Weekend on the Horizon

In regards to cleaning...i hate it the most almost out of any activity...it takes so much build up for me to clean. I literally have to psych myself out to even think about doing it. It's not that the place is a mess, but we are having people over this weekend and we must portray our living space as being one of immaculance. Which isn't even a word, come to find out, but it's so appropriate in this situation. Use it in a sentence today...everyone will think you're brilliant.

Pleasant Grove High School is hosting a little show in their venue The Pig Pen. Details Below:

The Pig Pen (PG High)
HardDrive to France
800 N 100 E, Pleasant Grove
7:00 PM--$5

These guys have a nice little rhythmic rock sound. Should be a pretty cool show in what is an extremely small venue (pretty much a classroom).

Also, Twilight returns tonight in Downtown Salt Lake at the Gallivan Plaza. Tonight's acts are Okkervil River and Iron and Wine. What an awesome pair of bands!!! Unfortunately, I will be cleaning tonight :( But that shouldn't stop you from enjoying this free show...7:00 PM!!!

About the Song du Jour: "Fruit Machine" The Ting Tings

If you want to have a guaranteed fantastic time, go to a freaking Ting Tings show. Katie and Jules own it and are amazing entertainers. This little ditty is my personal favorite from the group but this whole album, we started nothing, is nothing short of poppy British brilliance.

Inglorious Basterds Tomorrow!!! Have a good one :)

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

cutted hair

So it's always dreadful when the time comes to get a haircut. You have to deal with the smell and the lady asking you questions and only half listening when you answer, you have to spend $ etc, etc. But once you do it's marvelous...you feel like a new man (/woman), like your going places...

...like maybe going and seeing a FREE SHOW at Graywhale in Orem. It's their local concert series and it starts at 7 PM. The acts are Drew Danburry, Jeremy Brock and i hate you just kidding. This should be a pretty good way to spend a Wednesday night and it's free...can't beat that.

You know what else you can't beat? Nicolitalia's for amazing pizza. For the longest time, I've complained about a void in the pizza selection here in Utah County...sure we got Brick Oven for the over the top pies and we got the run of the mill chain places but we were missing a good thin crust authentic pie. The other night I went to Nicolitalia's (pronounced Nicole-eye-talia) and I could no longer complain. The ingredients were authentic and fresh, the pie was filling and well priced and the crust was TO DIE FOR. Nicolitalia's gets the grade of UV's Finest Pizza Place.

About the Song du Jour: "What Do I Do?" Jimmie's Chicken Shack

Dudes...this one's for you. Haven't we all had a girl who just goes out of her way to point out everything we suck at? That's what this jam is about. It's about every guy who's wanted to scream, "What Do I Do Right, you crazy wench?!" Of course, I'm not in that situation now...I love you sweetie :)

Okey dokey...quitting before I get myself in too deep...peace out U to the sizzle!

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Desolate Tuesday

Sports fans like myself can barely keep up with all of the mind-blowing acquisitions in the NFL over the last couple of days...of course, Vick to Philly and now Brett "I'm a pompous Prima Donna" Favre to the Vikings. All and all, this makes the team better but he's unbelievable. I can't even say his name without shamefully shaking my head. He is playing the Pack, the team he played with for more than a decade, on October 5...I hope they crush him.

As for stuff going on today...literally nothing. Check out the Wynnsong though because they have $1 drinks and popcorn all day...go see District 9.

About the Song Du Jour: "Combat Baby" Metric

Emily Haines...need I say more. This jam forces you to tap your toes and bob your head uncontrollably. Metric is just a wonderful dancy-rock band.

That's the whole shebang today...longer tomorrow :)

Monday, August 17, 2009

our second chance society

Self righteousness is rearing it's ugly head once again...and this time on a national-level with the signing of Michael Vick to the Philadelphia Eagles. As anyone one who knows me knows, I love dogs just as much (if not more) than the next person. I think it's a despicable and borderline evil thing Michael Vick did to those defenseless animals and I believe he was fit with a fair punishment accordingly. But I don't think what Mr. Vick did was so wrong, so despicable, so evil a thing to take away his livelihood. People get second chances all the time...that is one of the key principles of our country. Letting people have another go at things, with a clean slate. These people who are getting vocal about Vick signing with the Eagles are probably, for the most part, attention mongers who would get vocal about anything that would give them a stage to be vocal on. I'm so tired of these holier-than-thou types, that think they are better than us. They think that they know all of the answers and that the rest of us are ignorant fools.

Tonight, you can find ALL of Utah County's swingers in on place...the Scera Shell

Oh man, not that type of swinger you freaks...Details Below:

SCERA Shell
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

669 S State Street, Orem
8:00 PM--$12-$16

That's right the big band that blew up during swing's reemergence in the mid-90s will be performing here tonight. This should be a wild, energetic show with loads of local ballroom dancers doing the three moves they know over and over again out in the general admission grass...you know who you are ;)

About the Song du Jour: "Halo" Beyonce

The other day this song came on and I only half noticed it. After about three minutes, I really wanted to go over to my brother-in laws and play some 360--mostly the alien destroying game that the song's title shares a name with. Not too weird for most young men, like myself, it's a very popular game among our demographic...but I can't stand it. See, I think this song is some sort of subliminal ad to get the rest of us (and women) to become indoctrinated into the obsession millions of dorks are already taken by. Damn you Beyonce!!!! Truth be told, it's a beautiful song...and I really like it but I can no longer listen to it. I will not give in to you Halo.

Wow...a lot of ranting from me today...and probably more tomorrow! Much love UC...

Friday, August 14, 2009

the return of the...

That's right bitslappers...I'm back after some sort of headless chicken hiatus. This is my declaration to never again let unfortunate circumstances block me from doing something I love...never again let bad moments ruin my day! UV's Finest is back because we gotta keep finding things to do and ways to let off steam...so let's see what's going on:

Two extremely promising movies are being released today: The Goods and District 9. Of course, The Goods is going to be another raunchfest laughathon (it was made by Will Ferrell's production company) but perhaps the surprise of the summer is going to be District 9. It is already garnering universal critical acclaim and I'm sure once the sci-fi fanboys set their eyes upon it the blogosphere and intrawebz will be oozing with love for this alien v man flick...I wann see both of these movies SO BAD and likely will soon.

There's a very interesting Rock outfit from Provo called Gypsy Cab performing at Muse tonight...details below:

Muse Music
Gypsy Cab and others
151 N University Ave, Provo
8:00 PM--$5

If you're a fan of Real Salt Lake, or soccer in general, check out The New RSL Report for sickalicious soccer news and make sure you check out RSL vs Houston tomorrow at 7 PM at Rio Tinto in Sandy.

About the Song du Jour: "Heads Will Roll" Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Is Karen O the most rockingest female lead around? It's a hard thing to argue while this track is jumpin. Many people know the Yeah Yeah Yeahs from their little ballad "Maps", but hard driving track like Heads is more like the norm for this indie group from NYC.

!!!See y'all Monday!!!

Friday, August 7, 2009

Dirty Vehiklezzz

Does anyone wash their cars anymore? I was just out and I swear everyone's car (mine definitely included) is dirty. Am I imagining this or do we just not care anymore? Is the economy to blame? Or has there just been a collective realization that aesthetically pleasing vehicles just don't matter anymore. Or maybe, just maybe, is it because it rained the other day and we just haven't gotten to it. Very interesting things to consider while heading into your weekend...

Oh and a side note...to my neighbors who keep using a hammer or whatever on the wall--stop! Every time you do it my head is on a swivel and I think the cops are at my door. I'm glad I'm doing these blogs later now...gives me a lot more to talk about :)

One more thing before I move on, RIP John Hughes. Really one of the most underrated writers of our time. I mean, for heaven's sake, the dude wrote 8 of the most monumental 80's films (really, you ask? well yeah: National Lampoon's Vacation, Sixteen Candles, The Freaking Breakfast Club, Weird Science, Pretty in Pink, Ferris Bueller's Day Off--his best, Planes Trains and Automobiles and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation). Oh and Some Kind of Wonderful is pretty dang good too. You're the man John, and you will be missed.

For real though, there's an act called Schmaltzy playing tonight at Muse. They are good...really good. Details Below:

Muse Music
Schmaltzy
151 N University Ave, Provo
8:00 PM--$5

...and The Loft is back in action and somebody called DJ Donricky will be spinning all of the Top 40 and Hip Hop jams that you can bounce to tonight!!! The doors will open at 9 and if you're lame and get to the club before 10:30, I'm sure you will be rewarded with some nominal discount. The Loft is located at 177 W Center in Provizzle. 18+ so you young kids...either get fake IDs or go to bed!

Tomorrow night there's a "Massive Indoor Pool Party" in Orem. Admission is $1 unless you bring your crew of 5+. Then it's free!!! The address is 1180 W 1230 S...in Orem (like I said). It only goes from 8-11 (wtf?) so hit up the Loft for the after party maybe!?

Oh and this weekend is freaking crazy. There's so much to do! The Warped Tour is in town up at the State Fair Park, Real Salt Lake is playing Seattle up at Rio Tinto and of course there will be shows at Velour and Muse.

Song du Jour: "Here Comes Your Man" The Pixies

This song is featured in (500) Days of Summer, which opens in theaters across Utah today (finally!) and should be required viewing for everyone ever! As does Julie and Julia, The Perfect Getaway and GI Joe. The Pixies are a staple in American alternative music and a cornerstone in music in general. Kurt Cobain acknowledged their work as one of Nirvana's main influences.

Well peeps, that's all for this edition and week of UV's Finest...have a stellar weekend and I'll see you on the flip.

Thursday, August 6, 2009

New Ideas=Suck

GI Joe comes out tomorrow, which will mark the umpteenbillionth remake, adaptation, sequel, etc this year. What's up with Hollywood? I understand you need to make money with these blockbusters but pretty soon people will get sick of these over-hyped money grabs. It cost $170,000,000 to make GI Joe...and from the way things sound, it's not going to make that money back in theaters. If you're going to make these gaudy movies, at least make original ones with decent stories...GI Joe (just like Transformers 2) looks like it was slopped together. But, I will hold judgement until I actually watch the movies :)

Go take in a baseball game tonight at Brent Brown by UVU. The Owlz play the Casper Ghosts and the game starts at 7:00. The first 500 fans will get an Anaheim Angels bag. Tickets are about 7 bucks.

Also, Twilight is tonight featuring Q Tip, it starts at 7:00 at the Gallivan Center (downtown SLC).

About the Song Du Jour: "Paper Planes" MIA

Sick song...this jam took us by storm last year and we're still humming it in our heads. MIA is a weird chick bu this will stand the test of time as one of the edgiest and coll hip hop songs ever.

Okay...i gotta get, see y'all tomorrow!!! FRIDAY

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Clinton the Savior

He wasn't our best president and Lord knows he wasn't our worst...in fact our 42nd president was remarkably average (accept for a few special moments in the oval office). But whether you loved him or hated him as a president, you have to give him a hand for the fantastic job he's done as an ambassador since he left office. Yesterday, President Clinton helped to secure the pardon of two American journalists who foolishly wandered into North Korea and were captured in March. Read the story here. Well done Mr. Clinton, well done.

The Celebrity Vocal Competition at the SCERA returns after a three week hiatus. Come watch this wonderful karaoke competition where hopefuls compete for an opening spot at Lonestar's show later this month. The action kicks off at 8:oo PM and admission is $4. After the competition there will be a screening of Hook under the stars.

There's also a free show at Hot Topic in the Provo mall tonight. Details Below:

Provo Hot Topic
Part II
1200 Town Center Blvd, Provo
6:00 PM--Free

Part II is playing an acoustic set of their no hope grunge metal jams...bring the whole family for an uplifting time.

About the Song Du Jour: "The Beginning is the End is the Beginning" The Smashing Pumpkins

Speaking of no hope jams, this one is the ruler of them all. The first time I heard this version of this song was during a Watchmen preview before Dark Knight. It's hauntingly beautiful but so ominous. It may not be my favorite Smashing Pumpkins song but it definitely sticks with you for a long time after just one listen.

Well folks...that's it for today. See you tomorrow, I love you all!!!

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Hang Nailed...

Sorry I'm so late on this one...I had to work this morning, pretty early too. 6:00 AM I was out of the house. Not only that but I have hangnails on both of my index fingers. I've also come to the realization that I'm not going to win a trip to Chicago. Despite all of these things, I am sublimely happy. And why shouldn't I be? I mean flip, I'm healthy, I've got a great life, the stock market is still climbing, it's sunny and I had a stack of pancakes this morning. Awesome day coming...I can feel it!

Speaking of awesome, Libbie Linton is playing tonight at the Playlist Concert Series at Tahitian Noni. Details Below:

Playlist Concert Series
Libbie Linton
333 Riverpark Drive, Provo
7:oo PM--$5.00

I really dig this girl's tunes. Check out a video of her singing Erasure's "Just a Little Respect" on her myspace page. Fantastic. She will be performing with Emily Hope Price, a Singer/Songwriter/Cellist from New York City. Her haunting voice along with the plucking of her cello makes for a very interesting act.

It's Tuesday, so we've got some new DVDs at the redbox.

The Soloist--Liked this movie, all though it drags at times and seems longer than it is (just under two hours). It's rated PG13 but has some disturbing themes, especially Jamie Foxx's character's personality disorders, they will from time to time go really dark. Well acted, okay story--I recommend it.

Obsessed--Never saw it but it was reviewed terribly. On Metacritic it has a sparkling score of 25/100. Not Recommended!

Race to Witch Mountain--Starring The Rock, 'nuff said. Not Recommended!

About the Song Du Jour: "Sex On Fire" Kings of Leon

Maybe the best song, band name combination, though the idea of this sounds dangerous. Regardless, this is a sexy rock song, without being crass. The Kings have always been thought of a good ol boy southern rock band until last year when Only by the Night was released. The band has enjoyed a lot of new commercial success and even garnered a couple of Grammy nods from the their latest album.

Okay, I'm out...again, sorry for the tardiness of this one. See you tomorrow!

Monday, August 3, 2009

What's up with ESPN?

Seriously...you think regular news is bad? Nobody over-hypes a story like ESPN. Look at the Brett Favre thing, for example. Every time I turned on ESPN, I saw John Clayton telling the girl anchor du jour about how Brett Favre would improve the Vikings offense, and the anchor asking John a question while his mouth is gaping open like some dysfunctional muppet. BRETT FAVRE RETIRED!!! This shouldn't be news until he actually signs a contract!!! I hate that this is the only sports network I have.

Good show at Velour tonight, details below:

Velour
Sherwood and others
135 N Univ Ave, Provo
8:00 PM--$12

For those of you who don't know, Sherwood is a national indie/pop act from California. They are a lot like your Plain White T's and bands like that. They are playing with Mury and Allred, similar acts. Should be a good night for painful love songs and dyed black hair.

UV's Finest decided not to hit up either party this weekend (Loft or Spark) but out of intrigue I drove past The Loft, and it looked like a good amount of revellers there. They didn't open on Saturday night, due to some technical issues but I'm sure they'll be up and going again this weekend.

About the Song Du Jour: "I Know What I Am" Band of Skulls

I love all sorts of music; soul, hip-hop, techno, indie, dance, whatever. But when it comes down to it, I'll take a song like this one from Band of Skulls over anything. Simple, caveman rock and roll with gritty lyrics and untrained voices. This song rocks...there's no two ways about it. Watch out for this powerhouse group from Southampton, England, they are going places.

Have a great week people! See you tomorrow!