50 Things to be Thankful for
I'm here to give thanks. I want to take a moment to just be thankful. Be joyous for everything I have. I want to inspire you as well. We need it. The world needs it. Hopefully, there are some things on this list that you are thankful for too.
1. Being alive
2. Oxygen for making all life possible
3. Blossoming flowers in spring
4. Puppies, kitties, baby animals of any kind
5. Food when you're hungry
6. Music
7. Shoes on your feet & clothes in the closet
8. Good health
9. TV, literature, & film
10. Opportunity to get an education
11. Comfort when you're feeling down
12. Seeing friends & family you haven't seen in ages
13. Cold water on a hot summer's day
14. Sleeping in
15. Fresh cut flowers
16. Cell phones for being able to reach people with ease
17. The ability to read
18. Sun, moon, stars, & everything beyond
19. Taking off your shoes after a long day
20. Receiving a handwritten letter in the mail
21. Dark chocolate
22. Access to the internet & technology
23. Knowing true love
24. Gravity & breathing, that which we have no control over
25. Caller ID
26. Wisdom that comes with age
27. Pizza
28. Freedom to vote
29. Enough money to pay rent
30. Kindness of strangers
31. Sense of smell to smell mum's cooking or fresh bread
32. Sense of sight to see the sunset or your baby's first steps
33. Sense of touch to hug others with love or feel the rain on your cheeks
34. Sense of hearing to listen to thunder or your favorite song
35. Sense of taste to enjoy a warm meal or cold ice cream
36. Holding hands
37. The love & support of friends & family
38. A long night of sleep
39. Sales
40. Cozying up on winter's night
41. Sound of a baby's laughter
42. The last piece of anything (pie, pizza, candy, etc.)
43. How the leaves change color & fall in autumn
44. Travel
45. Sunshine to brighten the day
46. Advancement of technology & medicine
47. That first cup of tea or coffee in the morning
48. Pool & beach days in summer
49. Clean drinking water
50. Holiday traditions
Let's spread thankfulness, gratitude, appreciation, & kindness. Don't spread racism, hate, lies, or bad thoughts on others. We don't need any more fighting or death or darkness. Take the time to be thankful, genuinely. Don't do it to do it. Go out of your way to be grateful or do something kind. Lord knows the world needs more love.
Any plans for today? This is my first Thanksgiving away from my family (they are visiting my sister up in Berkeley). I will be spending the day with my boyfriend's family. Should be interesting. Now time to prep this vegetarian bake! :]
What are you thankful for? Anything from this list? What are your Thanksgiving plans? Does your family have any special traditions?
That's it from me on the blog today. :]
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The Plastics from Mean Girls Costume Ideas
I've watched Mean Girls about 1,001 times but never thought about dressing as one of the Plastics for Halloween....until now! Mean Girls is a cult classic. That goes without saying, even though I just said it. But how can you achieve an authentic costume? Well, I've got the basics covered for you with this fab Mean Girls & the Plastics-inspired Halloween costume idea. In case you were wondering, the Plastics are a group of popular meanies consisting of Regina, Gretchen, Karen, & Cady from the film Mean Girls.
You'll need a pink sweater or pink shirt. This cropped pink sweater or long sleeve shirt ought to do the trick. After all "we wear pink on Wednesdays," remember? Don't forget to wear pink otherwise you can't sit with us. Why not pair your pink sweater with a denim skirt? They were extremely popular in the early 2000s along with sling-back kitten heels which are worn throughout the film. Put all 3 together & you've got yourself a very 2000s look. Mean Girls came out in April 2004, so there's a lot of potential
What you'll need for this Mean Girls costume:
- A pink sweater - Find it on Amazon
- Jean skirt - Find it on Amazon
- Pink Kitten heels - Find them on Amazon
Women's Mean Girls Christmas Outfit - Buy it on Amazon.
Other Mean Girls Costume Ideas
There's the bunny costume that Regina George wears or the Jingle Bell Rock Christmas outfit. You could dress like Regina's Mom or Karen Smith. There are a lot of costume ideas! Take a look at Amazon Regina George page to check out some ways to look like Regina George. For example, you could get an alphabet letter pendant necklace with an R initial for Regina. Bring your own Burn Book and bonus points if you cut two holes in your tank top.
Mean Girls Actors
Mean Girls stars Lindsay Lohan as Cady Heron, Jonathan Bennett as Aaron Samuels, Rachel McAdams as Regina George, Tina Fey as Ms. Norbury, Tim Meadows as Mr. Duvall, Amy Poehler as Mrs. George, Ana Gasteyer as Cady's Mom, Lacey Chabert as Gretchen Wieners, Lizzy Caplan as Janis Ian, Daniel Franzese as Damian, Neil Flynn as Cady's Dad, Amanda Seyfried as Karen Smith, and Rajiv Surendra as Kevin Gnapoor. There are plenty of Mean Girls Halloween costume options to go for such as the Plastics Mrs. Klaus costume for Jingle Bell Rock.
It's totally fetch to wear Mean Girls costumes at your next themed party. Halloween is inching forward. Do you have any plans yet? Hopefully these Halloween costume ideas have come in handy. :]
It's totally fetch to wear Mean Girls costumes at your next themed party. Halloween is inching forward. Do you have any plans yet? Hopefully these Halloween costume ideas have come in handy. :]
On the hunt for Halloween costume ideas?
Laney Boggs Prom Dress from She's All That - view here.
Bianca's Prom Dress from 10 Things I Hate About You - view here.
Rory Gilmore from Gilmore Girls - view here.
Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family - view here.
Cher's White Dress in Clueless- view here.
Halloween Costume Idea Cher Horowitz Clueless Yellow Plaid Outfit - view here.
Get the Look: Cher's Black & White Outfit from Clueless - view here.
Halloween Costume Idea: Wednesday Addams
Halloween rolls around every year, but some costumes never go out of style. Wednesday Addams is one of them. She’s spooky, sharp, and instantly recognizable — all while being one of the easiest DIY looks to pull together.
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Halloween is nearing, & you're looking for some Halloween costume ideas. Duh duh duh dunnn. I'm here to help! Today I have a Wednesday Addams (from The Addams Family) inspired look for you to rock. Sport this as an everyday outfit -- if you're bold -- or try this on for size as a Halloween costume idea for women or girls.
First things first, to achieve the look you'll need to braid your hair in the classic Wednesday Addams fashion. That was easy. Now you'll need to master your wardrobe. A collared dress is the only way to go. If desired you could do a long-sleeved black dress with a white collar.
Since Netflix’s Wednesday series first dropped in 2022 (and brought us Jenna Ortega’s viral dance scene), Wednesday Addams has become more popular than ever. Season two in 2025 cemented her as a full-on cultural icon. TikTok trends, gothcore fashion inspo, even mainstream clothing brands have taken cues from her signature black-and-white style. So if you’re looking for a 2025 Halloween costume idea that’s both timeless and on-trend, Wednesday Addams should be at the top of your list.
Related reading: 100+ Halloween Hashtags to Use on Social Media - Read it here.
The Classic Wednesday Look
To nail the Wednesday aesthetic, focus on a few key elements:
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Hair: Center-parted braids, neat and sleek.
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Dress: Black, long-sleeved, with a sharp white collar. Like this one.
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Shoes: Mary Janes, combat boots, or chunky loafers.
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Accessories: Black tights, pale makeup, and maybe a small prop (a spooky book, a fake spider, or even a headless doll if you’re going old-school). Like sheer black tights and combat boots.
Grab yourself some sheer black tights or take creative liberty by getting skeleton tights. They're so festive & definitely a conversation starter. My Halloween costume version of Wednesday Adams would wear these because she's cool, she's different, she's a little bit morbid, & doesn't mind standing out from the crowd. I would combine this look with combat boots. It's a little bit Wednesday, a little bit me. Feminine, yet spunky.
Accessorize this Addams Family Halloween costume idea with a black choker. Autumn is the best time to rock dark berry lips. I love the the deep shade, the rich pigmentation as well as the immense sparkle.
Why Wednesday Addams Still Reigns in 2025
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Pop culture powerhouse: Thanks to Netflix, Wednesday has crossed generations. Kids, teens, and adults all know her.
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Simple but bold: A collared black dress + braids = instant recognition.
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Budget-friendly: You can thrift or DIY most of the outfit.
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Versatile: Works solo, as a couples costume (Wednesday + Enid, anyone?), or as part of an Addams Family group.
Wednesday isn’t just a costume — she’s a whole vibe. Wednesday Addams is a Halloween staple for a reason. She’s spooky without being over the top, stylish without being fussy, and recognizable across generations. In 2025, she’s more relevant than ever thanks to Netflix, which makes her the perfect costume choice this year.
The Addams Family has been around for nearly a century, and every generation seems to fall in love with this spooky crew all over again. From cartoons to Netflix hits, the family has gone through many transformations — but the core is always the same: creepy, kooky, and oddly lovable.
The Origins (1930s–1960s)
The Addams Family started as single-panel cartoons created by Charles Addams for The New Yorker in the late 1930s. They weren’t given first names until much later, but the quirky, macabre humor was already in place. In 1964, the first live-action TV series aired on ABC, bringing Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley, Uncle Fester, and Lurch to living rooms across America. This black-and-white sitcom cemented the family as pop culture icons.
The Movie Era (1990s)
For many fans, the definitive Addams Family came in the early 1990s with two live-action films: The Addams Family (1991) and Addams Family Values (1993). Raul Julia and Anjelica Huston delivered unforgettable performances as Gomez and Morticia, while Christina Ricci’s deadpan Wednesday became a cultural touchstone. These movies blended dark humor with genuine heart, giving the Addams clan a modern cult following.
Animated Revivals (2010s)
In 2019 and 2021, MGM released The Addams Family and The Addams Family 2 as animated films. Featuring the voices of Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, and Chloë Grace Moretz, these family-friendly movies reintroduced the Addamses to a new generation. While critics were mixed, kids loved the colorful take on the creepy household.
The Netflix Era (2022–Present)
The biggest resurgence came with Netflix’s Wednesday in 2022. Starring Jenna Ortega, the show followed Wednesday Addams at Nevermore Academy, mixing gothic style with coming-of-age mystery. The series became a viral sensation thanks to Ortega’s performance and that unforgettable dance scene. A second season in 2025 solidified Wednesday as the family’s breakout star for a new generation.
Would you ever go as Wednesday Addams? Do you have any Halloween plans yet? I don't. Shhh. :]Here are some other Halloween costume ideas:
She's All That Prom Dress - Laney Boggs - view here.
Rory Gilmore from Gilmore Girls - view here.
The Plastics from Mean Girls - view here.
Halloween Costume Idea Cher Horowitz Clueless Yellow Plaid Outfit - view here.
Halloween Costume Idea: Cher Horowitz from Clueless
As most of you likely know Clueless is one of my all-time favorite films everrrr. That said, it would make sense to feature Clueless's main character, Cher Horowitz, as a Halloween costume idea for women. I dug through some stills from the movie & created a hybrid outfit to emulate her style.
To start off this look, you're going to layer a white sleeveless top or turtleneck & a lacy black tank. There is leeway with the white shirt -- in the film, she wears a basic white tee & in my costume, it's a sleeveless turtleneck. You can do whatever makes sense for you, it's mainly about the black and white aesthetic.
Next, we definitely want some sort of yellow plaid to mimic one of Cher's most notable looks: her black & yellow plaid ensemble. This plaid yellow skirt is a great way to keep your Halloween costume modern. We don't have to be so literal when dressing up like a character. :]
Next, we definitely want some sort of yellow plaid to mimic one of Cher's most notable looks: her black & yellow plaid ensemble. This plaid yellow skirt is a great way to keep your Halloween costume modern. We don't have to be so literal when dressing up like a character. :]
Related reading: 100+ Halloween Hashtags to Use on Instagram, TikTok, etc - Read it here.
Lastly, we want some cute silver heels paired with some knee-high or thigh high socks. Once again, there is freedom with your socks. Throughout the film, most characters wear knee socks at some time or another. The color is up to you. To accessorize the look, get a small transparent clutch to hold your necessary items like your ID, cell phone, & credit card. Now you're ready to be totally clueless.
This Halloween costume idea based on Clueless's Cher Horowitz is actually pretty simple to achieve & you'll look super awesome while wearing it. Clueless is a timeless film & Cher is the perfect person to be if you're out of Halloween costume ideas this year. As if!
Stay tuned for more Halloween costume ideas for women! Stay cool. Stay positive. Stay updated. What do you think of this costume idea? Would you ever be Cher? :]
On the hunt for Halloween costume ideas?
Laney Boggs Prom Dress from She's All That - view here.
Bianca's Prom Dress from 10 Things I Hate About You - view here.
Rory Gilmore from Gilmore Girls - view here.
The Plastics from Mean Girls - view here.
Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family - view here.
Cher's White Dress in Clueless- view here.
Cher's Black & White Outfit in Clueless - view here.
My Experience at Comedy Central's @midnight Taping
My boyfriend & I ventured up to Los Angeles for the taping of @midnight, an internet-themed improv comedy panel show hosted by Chris Hardwick on Comedy Central. I've never been to a television show taping, so it was an intriguing experience. We arrived to LA around 1 p.m. or so, lazily making our way from San Diego.
Tickets are free so you just print out the paper & it shows you how many guests you have. We arrived at 3 p.m. in time for the 3:15 p.m. RSVP time. We immediately showed our tickets, got searched, then sat down on some benches outside for 20 or so minutes. Then Brody Stevens -- or Steven Brody Stevens -- came out to hype us up. We were supposed to be psyched & clap & laugh loudly during all segments of the taping.
They have strict dress code. It said absolutely no t-shirts with logos, white tops, shorts or hats. It said they preferred dark, solid color clothing & that proved to be true once they moved me because my grey top seemed to get in the way of the camera. Man, I was really looking forward to my half a second of fame. I wanted to spot my head in the background of a shot. However, the way the show was filmed the only thing you ever see from the audience is the dark silhouette of the back of peoples' heads.
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| One of the only photos from the day. We found a cool jumping fox graffiti. I'm wearing: Tunic: Thrifted // Slip: The Closet // Necklace: my grandma's // Earrings: Claire's // Sunnies: The Way, Way Back movie premier |
I would show you a picture but cell phones were absolutely not allowed inside the recording studio. It was intriguing to attend a live taping because you realize just how scripted everything is. If Chris messed up a line they reshot it. A couple times we didn't laugh or clap loud enough, so they had to reshoot it & we had to be even more clappy & laughy about something we obviously weren't naturally so amused by. Basically the bigger the laugh & the louder the clap the better. So yes, it is somewhat forced but simultaneously it's funny seeing as it's comedy.
In between segment breaks the makeup crew would fix up the comedians' faces. You could also spot the guest comedians reviewing their cards, which I can only assume contained prewritten jokes to the answers to some of the segments. The experience was somewhat inspiring because I realized hey I could be a comedy writer maybe. I'm funny ha ha. Right? Right? Laugh with me guys. Laugh with me. By the time we were all done filming & got out it was nearly 6 p.m. Time consuming but fun.
I could get into all the segments & the comedians who were present, but I find that to be the least pertinent information from my time there. It was more about the teleprompters, the scripted funniness vs. naturally funny things that came out of their mouths, seeing how small Chris was in person, & just to do something new.
Have you ever been to a TV show taping? Which one? How was it? Let me knowwwww. :]
Have you ever been to a TV show taping? Which one? How was it? Let me knowwwww. :]
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Q&A with David Heartbreak
DAVID HEARTBREAK. This Brooklyn-bred electronic dance music (EDM) artist has his eye on the prize. What's the prize exactly? To make music? Sure. More specifically, he wants to contribute to the art form known as music. He doesn't want to be a humble musician. He wants to be an artist, to make art to last a lifetime. To be a legend. Despite the lofty goals, he is down-to-earth. Given the opportunity, Mr. Heartbreak could eat a Double Double from In N Out on any given day. He realizes perfection isn't attainable & likes those little quirks which make us human. My interview with David Heartbreak was pretty fun. He's cool, chill, & kind. You'll see that too. Read on, friends. Read on.
Name: David Heartbreak
Age: 28
Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
Current Location: Los Angeles, CA
What is the music making process like? Walk me through how a track is made.
Honestly there's not enough paper, but in short it's different each time. I write a lot of different music that most people would never imagine I do, but I'm pretty all over the place. It's different each time. I use a lot of different DAWs*. If it's a melody based track it's logic. If it's some choppy shit it's Ableton. It's different each time. I also don't force myself to make music. I only write when I'm inspired, and that can be on a plane, on the couch or sitting in my backyard. It all depends, ya know?
Editor's note: *DAWs = digital audio workstation
How do you handle mistakes during a performance?
Editor's note: *DAWs = digital audio workstation
How do you handle mistakes during a performance?
You deal with it and move on. I think the beauty is in the imperfections. Everyone wants to be perfect. I like the gray area. I think you have to capture the crowd's emotions and sometimes that comes from playing in the moment thinking ahead, and having happy accidents.
Which artist would you like to collaborate with & why?
I like a lot of artists, but I like to work with people that are as passionate and as crazy as I am. I'm not really into the names, I'm more into the passion that people put into their music. That's how great songs are made, from vibes, relationships, and visions. This is why sometimes two dope artists collab and make a whack tune, because the vibe isn't right and it's forced.
How did growing up in Brooklyn affect your music style?
How did growing up in Brooklyn affect your music style?
Brooklyn taught me the grit of everything. Brooklyn was always the grimy shit for some reason. The dirtiest reggae, the dirtiest acid, the darkest house music. Beautiful but weird place, even though it's changed now. But Brooklyn made my music aggressive, and other skills I learned made it soulful and ambient, so now everything is a mixture of that, I guess sexy aggressive music, with a splash of dub.
What are you most pumped about for HARD Summer?
I'm just ready to rage and have a good time. I love LA, and I love the crowd. The crowd at HARD appreciates different shit, and that's what I bring, different shit, so it works.
What is the best snack for munchies?
What is the best snack for munchies?
Haha, that depends on what city you're in and what you're doing, and why you have the munchies, but honestly the answer regardless is In N Out, Double Double once a day homie.
Do you think any kind of afterlife exists?
Yeah I'm sure it does. We're all forms of matter if you really think about it.
What did you do for your latest birthday?
What did you do for your latest birthday?
Last birthday I don't remember. It wasn't anything too big or I would remember, but this year I'm going hard, no pun intended.
Where do you most want to travel, but have never been?
I want to travel to Tokyo and Australia, those are the two places I have yet to experience and I want to sometime in the near future.
List 5 goals on your life's To Do List.
I don't really live off goals to be honest, but if I have to have a goal, it would be to live forever, and that's why I put so much passion in my music, because I want to be remembered for contributing to the art form we know as music.
David Heartbreak has come a long way from Brooklyn. LA is pretty far right? He still has dreams & ambitions to keep moving forward. His music is energetic; it cannot be defined into one genre because his tunes contain traces of trance, dubstep, dancehall, electro, & more. It tells a story. In time we will see how the story plays out.
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David Heartbreak has come a long way from Brooklyn. LA is pretty far right? He still has dreams & ambitions to keep moving forward. His music is energetic; it cannot be defined into one genre because his tunes contain traces of trance, dubstep, dancehall, electro, & more. It tells a story. In time we will see how the story plays out.
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Q&A with The Chainsmokers
THE CHAINSMOKERS. But first let me take a #Selfie. Yeah, yeah, yeah. We've all heard the song. #Selfie is the tune that put the New York-based DJ/producer/songwriter duo on the map. It's everywhere, which is precisely why I didn't bring it up (until this moment). Why rehash the same news when you can just read about it all over the internet? I wanted my interview with The Chainsmokers to focus on something else, something that we're all wondering. Mainly, who takes care of their eyebrows?
The Chainsmokers includes two members, Drew Taggart & Alex Pall. They kind of look like brothers, or is that just me? They are witty & handsome & successful & down-to-earth. Their fame has not yet gone to their head, due in part to their unawareness of just how famous they are. You'll see what I mean once you read the interview. But I like that. You will too. Now let's get to the good stuff, what you've all been waiting for... interview with The Chainsmokers!
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| Photo by Spread House |
What do you think the other person brings to the duo?
We just complement each other very well. We both have our unique strengths and weaknesses to the table and we seem to have a great balance with that all in mind. Two heads in our case are greater than one, and it's just been hella fun doing this all with your homie. Plus, one of us can use the bathroom when we DJ.
Where do you find musical inspiration?
Everywhere. Literally everywhere we look, every mood, every other artist. We are the product of our environment, for better or worse. Inspiration is fleeting though, so when we find ourselves in the midst of it, nothing feels better.
Now that you're insanely famous, how has your day-to-day life changed?
First off, we are definitely not famous by a long run and with that, our day really hasn’t changed dramatically. We are more busy and travel more, but it’s the same shit for us. We love to eat, we love to sleep, gym, be whipped by our GFs, talk to our parents and sisters, and so on. We definitely feel more confident and comfortable about the future but with that comes the other side of the same coin, which is maintaining it and continuing it.
You were just touring Asia, where are you right now & what do you see?
Asia was amazing. Such great people, so much history and they party their faces off as well. Had it not been for all this who knows, we may never have ever seen Asia, it's almost surreal. As for right now we are in SF working in our hotel rooms getting ready for the night.
What are you most psyched about for HARD Summer?
It would be easy to answer what we aren’t psyched about since there are far far too many things we are psyched about. We aren’t psyched about LA traffic. That is all. HARD is any performers dream come true, the lineup the crowd, the energy, the history, it’s the coolest of them all… them being festivals.
You both have some powerful eyebrows, what do you do to maintain them?
These bad boys are not to be touched.
Physically & mentally, what do you find attractive in another person?
Confidence, their ambitions and passion to achieve them, a bubble butt, nice lips, being able to have good banter, long hair, supportive and informed.
It's time for bed. What's your nighttime ritual? How do you wind down?
Netflix on the road is so key. We both have our favorite shows which we watch religiously. Also one last run through Instagram.
In the news story of your life, what would the headline say?
The Chainsmokers Dicks’ are HUGE
What do you do when you're not making sweet sweet music?
Eat, work out, dabble in porn, creep on Insta, read all the negative remarks on our FB, take naps.
The Chainsmokers, despite #Selfie making it to the No. 1 spot on Billboard's Dance Chart, are not consumed by their rankings. Instead, they aim to pursue their accomplishments further. You're only as successful as your last song, or something like that. Stay tuned because this is only the beginning for Alex & Drew aka The Chainsmokers who don't even smoke.
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Q&A with Etnik
Etnik. Fun fact: Etink is both his stage name & real name. It's kind of like getting to know him & his music on a personal level. "Oh hey! Etnik is playing at HARD Summer." I mean, it sounds pretty casual. My interview with Etnik (also seen ETИIK) was short. The German native is a man of few words. Brief. Concise. To the point. Instead he lets his music do the talking. He even described his music as simply Etnik, a man twisting knobs on stage. Well, let's see what he had to say.
Name: Etnik Zarari
Age: 22
Hometown: Hamburg, Germany
Current Location: Hamburg
What is a typical day like for you? Having breakfast when others have dinner.
Where do you gather inspiration? It depends on the mood actually, but I'd say mostly from clubbing.
What do you do right before you go on stage? I take a quick look at the crowd & then I decide what the opening track should be.
How would you describe your music style? It's hard for me to describe my own music. It's just me being me while twisting the knobs.
What are you most excited about for HARD Summer? It's my first time playing in L.A., gonna be cool to play there, and I'm really looking forward to hang out with my good pals from Owsla & Pilo.
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| Photo by Björn Jonas |
What did you have for breakfast this morning? Kellogg's Toppas. One of the top 10 on my cereal list.
Where's the coolest spot to hang out in Hamburg? Maybe it's just me, but I think Hamburg's coolest spots are changing weekly - so you are basically always kinda busy finding them.
Can you dance? Haha. Yes. Back in the days before I even started making music, I used to be in a dance school locking & popping.
It looks like you have your logo/branding tattooed on your chest, kind of like a superhero. How many tattoos do you have & who is your favorite superhero? It's my first and only tattoo. There's no superhero I can identify with.
What do you do when you're not making music? Listen to my favorite music or read books on how to improve my sound.
In case you were wondering or didn't know (like me), Kellogg's Toppas are the American equivalent of Kellogg's Frosted Mini Wheats. Mind blown! But at least we know one of his top favorite cereals. Etnik is a dapper young gentleman with cool hair & a unique style. His modern twist on techno will be a hit at HARD Summer. Check out one of his music videos here:
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Twitter
Website
Bloglovin // Facebook // Instagram // Twitter
Find Etnik on:
SoundCloud
Website
Bloglovin // Facebook // Instagram // Twitter
What to Wear to HARD Summer
It's time! Ah yes. The trap & bass runs vigorously through your veins. The pulse of the music beats through your body. The crowd is jumping up & down from the start of the set to the finish. Hey chica, I'm Carmen! You must be wondering what to wear to HARD Summer. Don't worry, I've got you covered!
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| What I'd Wear to a Rave (HARD Summer) |
I'd wear this. I would rock this look from head to toe. I'm heading to HARD Summer in August. I went last year with the boyfriend, so I have a good idea of what to expect. Let me do some explaining.
It's going to be hot
The festival doors open at 11 a.m & end at 11 p.m., so you'll be spending many hours in the sun. With that said I always load up on sunscreen as well as some lip balm to stay as safe as can be. Sunglasses are a must! The sweltering heat is caused by the hot California summer sun, but it's also due to the crowd. A light kimono helps as well.There are masses of people
This is another reason to dress less. Everyone is heaped together. Walking. Dancing. Moving. Twerking. A light, flowy crop top is the way to go. It's not tight or sticking to my body. Pair it with Bart Simpson shirt or shorts or hat (my favorite television character).Party, party, party
Since the stages are absolutely packed & kids are moving about frantically, I commit to wearing close-toed shoes. No cute white ASOS platforms for me unless I want a broken toe & a rolled ankle. I wanna dance. I wanna get to the front row, so sneakers are necessary. Plus, I'm on my feet for 12 hours give or take. I don't want to carry a purse.I'll opt for a small wristlet to keep my phone, ID, tickets, & money in. I want to be able to stash it in my pocket or put it on my wrist without the risk of losing my valuables. I'll go for dainty jewelry to accessorize my look. I'll wear a few light rings paired with a simple necklace.
Check out my interviews with some of the previous HARD Summer performers:
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Q&A with ETC! ETC!
ETC! ETC! Who is the man behind the music? Well, from what I can gather via our interview, ETC! ETC!, is a father first then a musician. Although his life revolves around music & touring, it's crystal clear that he adores his two children, Olive, 4, & Isaac, 1. On Father's Day Sunday, he posted the classic fridge photo of he & the kids. Cue the ooh's & aw's.
ETC! ETC! also known by his real name, Jose Guerrero, has a large following throughout his social media presence as well as in real life. His music is energetic, fast-paced, & bass-heavy. I mean, that's what you would expect from a trap & bass, moombahton artist. What is moombahton? It's a beautiful mixture of house music & reggaeton.
Who is he? What's he like? Who is he rooting for in the World Cup? Most importantly, does ETC! ETC! prefer tea or coffee? You'll see.
ETC! ETC! also known by his real name, Jose Guerrero, has a large following throughout his social media presence as well as in real life. His music is energetic, fast-paced, & bass-heavy. I mean, that's what you would expect from a trap & bass, moombahton artist. What is moombahton? It's a beautiful mixture of house music & reggaeton.
Who is he? What's he like? Who is he rooting for in the World Cup? Most importantly, does ETC! ETC! prefer tea or coffee? You'll see.
Name: Jose Guerrero
Age: 30
Hometown: Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles
Where do you find inspiration for music? In everything. Other people's songs, vibes, my city. Just depends on the day and how I'm feeling that day I guess.
Do you have any pre-performance rituals? I like to go to the club early to feel it out, see how the night is going, and prepare myself mentally.
What's it like to be on tour? Going on tour is amazing, but it is stressful. It's fun because you get to be in different cities, meet tons of amazing people, see everyone's cultures, and try things you normally wouldn't in your city. Stressful because you miss your fam, it's hard to work on music on the road, and if you are alone it gets lonely.
How do you define success? Man, success is what you make of it. What you want to accomplish in your mind, heart, and soul. I feel like the only way to feel true success is to be happy with what you have accomplished, in your goals, etc.
What are you most excited about for HARD Summer? Playing on home turf. I was fortunate to be added to HARD Summer last year last minute and it was beyond amazing. Best festival I played. So this year now that I know what to expect I'm going all out.
How many languages can you speak? Two. English and Spanish.
What's one of your favorite family traditions? Hmm really don't have any. I should start some I guess.
If you were immortal for a day, what would you do? Make fun of everyone who was mortal, and do tons of stunts.
Are you a coffee or a tea person? 100 percent coffee. Tea is for old people. Coffee is my addiction. Makes me feel good.
What do you do when you're not making music? Spending time with my two kids.
Tell me something I don't know about you. I have a collection of soccer jerseys that I've never worn but one day I will.
Perhaps he'll get some use out of his soccer jerseys as he watches the World Cup. Who's he rooting for? "Obviously I'm rooting for USA. It's our team. Come on." Well I had to ask. When I informed him that I preferred tea myself, he quipped with, "Stop being old and drink coffee."
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Q&A with Cut Snake
CUT SNAKE. They're tan & blonde & good looking, pretty much what you'd imagine a stereotypical Australian/San Diegan hybrid to be. But the boys are also funny & friendly. Let's just say these two gentlemen are not to be taken seriously. They've got a very rampant sense of humor, more so Paul, what with his dick surfboard and all. But one thing is perfectly clear: Australia has the best waves. Sorry California, you just don't cut it for these lads from the Land Down Under.
Cut Snake's music can be best described as chill wave techno. Their jams are the kind of thing you tap your toes to, nodding your head & swaying slightly to the beat. The duo will be playing at HARD Summer on August 2 + 3, their first festival in Los Angeles.
Cut Snake's music can be best described as chill wave techno. Their jams are the kind of thing you tap your toes to, nodding your head & swaying slightly to the beat. The duo will be playing at HARD Summer on August 2 + 3, their first festival in Los Angeles.
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| Paul (left) & Leigh (right) |
Names:
Leigh Sedley & Paul Fisher
Age:
Leigh: 30
Paul: 28
Hometown:
Leigh: Sunshine Coast (Australia)
Paul: Fuck knows
Location:
Both: Los Angeles
What do you think the other person brings to the duo?
Leigh: Fish brings nudity, bad breath, and A LOT of noise.
Paul: Music, picks his nose a lot, always scratching his ass too. He also brings a shit smell with him.
Where do you find inspiration?
Leigh: I find a lot of inspiration in old music, I try to be open and listen to everything. I dig almost all styles of music, and so listening to a wide range helps me bring different elements into whatever we're working on.
Paul: The beach.
What's the music-making process like?
Leigh: Normally just us sitting in the studio for 10 hours with a carton of beer. By the end we emerge thinking we have made THE BIGGEST TUNE EVER.
Paul: Fun. Loud. Repetitive. Slow. Fast. Grooving. Dancing.
How did you two meet?
Leigh: We met when we were 12. We had to stay together for 3 days to film a small TV surf documentary. He was an absolute animal. To this day, I don't think I'll ever see a looser 12 year old than Fisher!
Paul: We met at the beach competing against each other. From there we travelled the world, surfing, and partying having the hell time.
What are you most psyched about for HARD Summer?
Leigh: This is our first festival in LA, so I guess just getting to play such a big festival amongst so many of the artists we look up to.
Paul: Just to play in front of a crowd that loves house music and is there to go crazy and have fun. Also watching other amazing artists from everywhere going mad! I also just wanna get right amongst it and have a boogie.
What's the best television show ever created?
Leigh: The Simpsons.
Paul: Breaking Bad.
How would you describe your perfect day?
Leigh: Wake up to a big healthy breakfast in bed, followed by a long surf with good mates in perfect waves, a few beers in the afternoon watching the sunset, then hit a Jimmy Buffet concert in Hawaii.
Paul: Getting barrelled all day, coming in with all ya mates and just having beers, listening to good tunes while the sun goes down.
What's the San Diego surf culture like compared to Australia's?
Leigh: It is very similar but the waves in Australia are way better.
Paul: SD waves break once a year. Australia breaks everyday.
Do you dream in color or black & white?
Leigh: Colour of course!
Paul: Colour. I love colour.
What do you do when you're not making sweet sweet music?
Leigh: Surf, eat good food, and travel. It's a tough life.
Paul: Surfing my brains out. Hanging with my girl, friends, and family!!!
Leigh & Paul's personalities & tunes showcase their style effectively. You don't have to be best friends with them to know that they're cool kids. From Oz to U.S., from The Simpsons to Breaking Bad, from the Sunshine Coast to "fuck knows," Mr. Fisher & Mr. Sedley are good guys, good vibes. Stay updated. Stay cool. Stay positive.
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Read more of my Q&A interviews. :]
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Q&A with Shiba San
SHIBA SAN. This French native is making waves globally, taking house music from his home to yours. Paired with his background in hip hop, Shiba San's music style contains bits of deep house and ghetto funk. The artist is scheduled to play his premier U.S. festival at HARD Summer 2014. The electronic dance music festival takes place on August 2 + 3 at the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area in Los Angeles. "Okay," one of Shiba San's latest songs, has garnered quite a bit of attention throughout the EDM realm. Bust out your speakers, take a listen, and let it soak in. Okay? Okay. Shiba San is very chill and bassy, perfect for summer.
Name: Shiba San
Age: Changing all the time
Hometown: Paris
Location: Paris
Where do you gather inspiration? It's coming from everywhere. I'm listening to a lot of stuff coming from a lot of countries. Sometimes when I'm riding my scooter--that's a very Parisian thing to do, riding a scooter--I have an idea for a melody, I stop and I record it on my iPhone. Thank you Steve.
Why the name "Shiba San?" It's a Japanese dog, which I like a lot, with a similar personality as mine. Moody.
How do you define success? Berthillon on a sunny Sunday afternoon in June. You have to be Parisian to understand.
What is your favorite thing to see in the audience while you're on stage? I obviously like to see people reacting to my music, jumping up and down, booties & boobs, you know what I mean.
What are you most excited about for HARD Summer? That's going to be my first festival in the US. I saw the videos, so I'm very impatient to be there.
What's the best film of all time? Se7en.
What do you do when you're not making music? I listen to music.... a lot. I like to play tennis too and I like spending time with my friends and not with my manager.
If you could have one superpower, what would it be? The one from Sangoku.
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