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Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Techno Chicken
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
AirPiano
I am musically illiterate but if I wasn't I think I would want to play this. It just looks cool.
Labels: music
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Rockin Pachelbel Canon in D
Guess this guy has never heard the Pachelbel Rant, but that is ok, he does a pretty rocking job of it on the guitar.
Labels: music
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Pork and Beans
I am not a big Weezer fan, in fact I have probably only heard a few of their songs. I StumbledUpon this video and had to post it because of all of the YouTube faces you can see in the video. I am a little worried about how many people I recognize from videos I posted here. Perhaps I spend to much time watching videos on YouTube? What a great way to make their video go viral on the Internet though. Include the people that have already gone viral. Not a bad song either.
Labels: music
Saturday, May 24, 2008
The Potato Song
This one might get stuck in your head and you will be walking around for the next two days singing Potato. You have been warned. My kids are already saying "Dad stop it!".
Labels: music
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
The Last Saskatchewan Pirate - The Arrogant Worms
I feel like being a pirate today! Maybe it is becuase spring has finally come here in Saskatchewan (I hope). Arrr!
Labels: music
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Carrot Juice is Murder - Arrogant Worms
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Smoke on the Water - Japan version
I thought the video I posted yesterday was so interesting I had to post this one today. Another classic tune done with Japanese instruments. I am not sure which one I like best? What do you think?
Labels: music
Wednesday, April 09, 2008
We Will Rock You with Japanese Instruments
Have a listen to this interesting video of We Will Rock You played with Japanese instruments. You have to admit it is an interesting performance.
Labels: music
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Absolut Quartet
The things people come up with. I can't even begin to describe this, so I will give you some of the description and hopefully it makes sense.
There is a website associated with the video but it is sponsored by Absolut vodka so if you are under the age of majority (kids that means you) you need your parents. It does not work for me on my Linux computer becuase I have an older version of flash. I am going to give it a try with my Windows machine and see what it is all about. Visit the YouTube page by clicking the video for the link to the website.
As seen in the beginning of the video, the visitor to the site enters a melody on their computer keyboard. The machine then uses this melody to generate an original and unique 2 1/2 minute piece of music. The web visitor also receives a link to a webcam video of their piece being played.
There is a website associated with the video but it is sponsored by Absolut vodka so if you are under the age of majority (kids that means you) you need your parents. It does not work for me on my Linux computer becuase I have an older version of flash. I am going to give it a try with my Windows machine and see what it is all about. Visit the YouTube page by clicking the video for the link to the website.
Labels: interesting, music
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
One Note Band
What a neat idea. Take shots of people playing one note over a day and edit it together to be a complete song. Thanks to antnhec for suggesting this video.
Labels: music, time-lapse
Tuesday, December 04, 2007
The Vegetable Orchestra
There is a part of me that is disturbed by this video. Mainly because I know that there are many people in the world that don't have enough to eat, yet we are blessed with abundance, enough abundance that we can take vegetables and create instruments out of them for amusement. That being said, there is also something fascinating about taking vegetables and making instruments out of them.
Labels: music
Thursday, November 08, 2007
Eddie Van Halen "Eruption" on Electric Cello
Every once in awhile I find my Van Halen CD's and play them. Tonight was one of those nights becuase I had some work I had to get done and Van Halen is great to work with at night. It keeps you moving. Of course when I went looking for a video I happened to find this, nothing like a like Eruption.
Labels: music
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Guinea Pig Song
In the same genre as the Llama Song and the Kitty Dance comes the Guinea Pig Song. I don't know if it is a high of quality as the previous mentioned but it gave me a smile when I watched it.
Labels: music
Monday, September 10, 2007
The Chemical Brothers - The Salmon Dance
Here is an entertaining way to learn more about salmon from The Chemical Brothers. Talk about a fun video, I even learned something new about salmon. Pretty fun beat too. Can you do the salmon dance?
Labels: music
Thursday, September 06, 2007
The Mean Kitty Song
Every person that has every had a kitten can relate to this song. It is a little addictive as well. I have been listening to it for about 1/2 hour already.
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
Piano-Juggling Act by Vova and Olga
This video is just fun to watch. These two kids are 12 and 14 years old when this was recorder in 2002. Pretty talented kids. I wonder if they are still performing and how much better they are now.
Friday, July 06, 2007
One Man Band
This is a great video with some fun editing to make a complete music video. I like the split screen so you can see all four parts at once.
Labels: music
Monday, May 28, 2007
Handel's Messiah - Kazoo Choir
I just have to laugh at this. I have heard Handel's Messiah performed before but never quite like this. I wonder if Handel is rolling in his grave knowing that this was done to his work. How many hours of practice did it take for them to do this?
Labels: music
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Gummy Bear Song in English
There was a comment on the Gummy Bear Song for the english version of this video, so here it is. I prefer the other version to tell you the truth.
Now Available! Buy the Gummy Bear Ringtone!
Now Available! Buy the Gummy Bear Ringtone!
Saturday, March 17, 2007
ZZ Top Sharp Dressed Man with Puppets
I found this video late last night and could not stop laughing. Maybe it was the fact that I was tired but I laughed at it again this morning, so I don't think it was just a late night thing. Looks like it was done for a high school project. They did a good job, and the puppets are just funny. My favourite is the drummer.
Friday, March 09, 2007
Die Hard - Music Video
Take the Die Hard movies and turn it into a cheesy music video. Who came up with this idea? It does make me want to watch the movies again though. The first one is still the best, but I am looking forward to the four movie coming out soon.
Warning: Foul language and violence. Not suitable for the kids. You have been warned.
Warning: Foul language and violence. Not suitable for the kids. You have been warned.
Labels: music
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
Speaking of Animals
There is just something funny about animals talking. I remember seeing the television show Mr. Ed in reruns and thinking it was absolutely hilarious as a kid. Here are two videos featuring animals singing for you. I think the cow one is a little better but both are good.
Cow Cow Boogie
Down on the Farm
Monday, January 22, 2007
Jesus Christ Superstar - Heaven On Their Minds
Had the opportunity to take in Jesus Christ Superstar on Friday night in Saskatoon. It was an excellent performance. There were times that the music and singing were so good that you had to wonder if it was a recording or live. I suppose when you do the same show so many times that you can do it flawlessly. If you want to know more about the this tour check out www.thejcstour.com. It was a great performance, and not only that but my wife and I had front row seats.
Labels: jesus-christ-superstar, music
Monday, January 15, 2007
Glass Music
This guys is really good. I have trouble making crystal glasses ring even once, and he plays the Nutcracker on them. Incredible. It really amazes me the talent that some people have and how they use it.
Labels: music
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Re:Amateur - Lasse Gjertsen - Soup injection
This is a video response to the video by Lasse Gjertsen titled "Amateur". It is a similar editing style, with one major exception, he knows how to play the guitar. The song is pretty good and the editing is kind of fun to watch.
Labels: lasse-gjertsen, music
I'll Sue Ya
Logged into YouTube today and noticed that Weird Al had a new video posted. The video has an interesting animation style to it. Not sure if I like it or not. The song is a good commentary on all those people out there that sue others for stupid reasons. What is really scary is how often those people win their dumb lawsuits. Glad I don't live in the United States. It is not so bad here in Canada, yet, hopefully we can avoid some of that ridiculousness.
Thursday, December 28, 2006
Windows XP Music
Here is an interesting music video featuring backgrounds from Windows XP along with music composed from the sounds of Windows. I was skeptical at first but it is actually pretty good. Now I will have to go and see if I can find one for Ubuntu, the OS I have been using lately.
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Pachelbel Rant
A comedian ranting about the cello part in Pachelbel Canon in D. My description is not as good as the video. Take the time to watch it. Kind of a Weird Al meets classical music thing. Made me laugh out loud here tonight. Excellent!
Warning: Contains some foul language.
Warning: Contains some foul language.
Thursday, December 14, 2006
Super Mario Acappella
I am not sure how it happened that the theme to Mario has become a cultural icon, but it seems to be everywhere. How did the theme song to a video game get to be so popular? In any case this is a group from Berkeley singing the Mario theme song acappella.
Labels: mario, music, video-game
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Blue Oyster Spiral Fractal Zoom
Fractals are really quite amazing to watch and this video that zooms in on a Mandelbrot Fractal is no exception. The creator of this video also created a poster of the what he calls the "blue oyster spiral" in 1993 that took 3 days to create using 34 high end Macs.
P.S. The song is by a group called "Big Pig". It is a great album. You should go buy it is you don't already have it.
P.S. The song is by a group called "Big Pig". It is a great album. You should go buy it is you don't already have it.
Monday, December 11, 2006
Barenaked Ladies - Wind it Up (Fan Version)
I would say that the Barenaked Ladies are my favourite music group. I have liked them since I was in high school. There is something about their music no matter what I am doing I can listen to it. I don't have the new album "Wind it Up" yet, but I have asked for it for Christmas, and I suspect that is one Christmas present I will get.
This video is a fan submitted video for the single "Wind it Up". It was created for the Barenaked Ladies air guitar contest. They do a good job. It is fun to watch and of course the music is great.
This video is a fan submitted video for the single "Wind it Up". It was created for the Barenaked Ladies air guitar contest. They do a good job. It is fun to watch and of course the music is great.
Labels: barenaked-ladies, music
Monday, December 04, 2006
Twisted Sister - Come All Ye Faithful (Animated Version)
I don't know if I should admit that I used to listen to Twisted Sister when I was a teenager. I still have a tape of theirs that I pull out once in awhile, perhaps to relive my teenage years. I did not know that they had a Christmas album, and to be honest I am a little surprised that they have a Christmas album. This video is an animated version of there cover of Come All Ye Faithful. It is different, but they actually cover it pretty well. I don't think I have ever heard a metal version of Come All Ye Faithful.
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
Where is My Mind
What kind of uncle would I be if I did not promote my nephews video. He is a good guitar player, he certainly has more talent than most of the family. Here he is playing "Where is My Mind" at his high school. I wish the sound was a little better, but oh well what can you do.
Labels: music
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
Amateur - Lasse Gjertsen
How does a person who can not play either the drums or a piano make a music video? With some very unique editing of course, and a very good job he did. I actually found myself listening to this video while I worked here today. It is some impressive editing.
Labels: lasse-gjertsen, music
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
My Friends: The Squirrels
Ah make it stop! It is stuck in my head and it won't go away! Nothing like a cute video and song about squirrels. There are some pretty cute photos in the video. The song reminds me of the Llama Song again.
Labels: music
Tuesday, November 07, 2006
Roundabout Scratching
Friday, November 03, 2006
We Will Rock You
Another fun animation featuring the Queen song "We will rock you". The music sound similar to the one found in the water "We will rock you" animation. This little animation made me laugh this afternoon when I found it.
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
Gummy Bear Song
I saw this and I was reminded right away of the Crazy Frog and the Llama Song. I don't know how long this has been out on the net but it is pretty funny. It would not surprise me if this is also a ring tone for cell phones, it certainly is annoying enough, in a cute kind of way. You just have to laugh at the way the bears body jiggles when he is dancing. Warning this one is addictive, you will want to play it over and over and over again. You have been warned.
Now Available! Buy the Gummy Bear Ringtone!
Now Available! Buy the Gummy Bear Ringtone!
Thursday, October 26, 2006
Don't Download This Song
Weird Al has some really good songs on his new album, and it is great to see an artist use the internet and services like YouTube to promote his album by posting the video of the songs. This one takes a few shots at the RIAA and the stupid lawsuits that they bring against people, who are ultimately their customers. Glad to see Weird Al sharing and promoting himself in this way, not to mention it is a great video.
Friday, October 06, 2006
Gonna Make Sweat
What is it about singing slugs that makes it so fun to watch. They sure are not that fun to watch in real life. This video will get you up and moving though.
Friday, September 29, 2006
Star Wars Duel of the Fates Redux
I have been in a bit of a Star Wars mood lately, as you have probably noticed by some of my posts. Found this video the other night and came across it again so here it is. This video takes scenes from the original Star Wars movies and blends them with the Duel of the Fates from The Phantom Menace.
Monday, September 25, 2006
The Guitarist
I can't play the guitar with my hands and here this guy can play with his feet. Not a bad singer from what you can hear. Apparently his name is Mark Goffeney and you can check out his MySpace profile if you want to know more about him.
Labels: music
Friday, September 22, 2006
White & Nerdy
Weird Al's newest video. Another great song and video from Weird Al. It is interesting to note that this video was suppose to have a big premiere that has been cancelled because the video was leaked on the internet. From Weird Al's MySpace blog:
Fun video and hopefully the album does well.
Premiere cancelled
I'm very sorry to say that the AOL "First View" Premiere of the "White & Nerdy" video has been cancelled.
Apparently, the video has already leaked online, and AOL doesn't feel comfortable doing a "World Premiere" promotion for a video that a number of people have seen already. (I can understand songs leaking, but a video? How'd THAT happen?)
Anyway, it's really a bummer... it would have been great promotion for the album... but hey, life goes on.
Fun video and hopefully the album does well.
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Mint Royale - Singing In The Rain
I was not able to post this video before, and posted the Mint Royale Volkswagon commercial. Since then this video has been uploaded to Youtube and I can share it with you instead of making you click to another site. I think the animation is really well done in this video, and the remix of Singing in the Rain is great.
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
Flight Of The Conchords - Gangsta Folk Battle
These guys remind me of the Arrogant Worms. Pretty funny stuff from New Zealand. Funny stuff.
Warning: Might have some language that kids should not hear.
Warning: Might have some language that kids should not hear.
Labels: music
Sunday, September 03, 2006
Holly Dolly - Dolly Song
Is this the next big thing like Crazy Frog? It is fun to watch, has a fun beat and is just silly enough to make you laugh. I will have to show it to my son and see if it passes the two year old test.
Monday, August 21, 2006
A Pittance of Time by Terry Kelly
I was originally sent this video for Remembrance Day a couple of years ago and I am happy that I am able to share it with you here. What a great tribute to our veterans.
From the videos description:
From the videos description:
On November 11, 1999 Terry Kelly was in a Shoppers Drug Mart store in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. At 10:55 AM an announcement came over the stores PA asking customers who would still be on the premises at 11:00 AM to give two minutes of silence in respect to the veterans who have sacrificed so much for us. When eleven o'clock arrived on that day, an announcement was again made asking for the "two minutes of silence" to commence. All customers, with the exception of a man who was accompanied by his young child, showed their respect.
Terry's anger towards the father for trying to engage the stores clerk in conversation and for setting a bad example for his child was channeled into a beautiful piece of work called, "A Pittance of Time".
Labels: music