Not All Child Stars Become Bargain Bin Casualties
I've always prided myself on being a huge musical whore which thankfully, is the only kind've whore I want to be. When I say whore, I say it with the utmost respect. In this case, I'm referring to my incessant need to seek out new music. It's always been with me, and God willing, it always will.
That being said, I don't know why I haven't used this blog for musical recommendations that much. You couldn't possibly know this, but usually I'm like the Fiddler On The Roof of musical matchmakings and yes, just like a traditional matchmaker, I "meddle" whether you want me to or not. Just ask me to see the album reviews section of my life.
So without further adieu, I bring you Rilo Kiley. I got into Rilo Kiley about a year or so ago and I've been meaning to write a post about them ever since. But it was never the right time and so I never did. Until now, that is.
For me, the most intiguing thing about finding a band like Rilo Kiley would normally be all the great music I've found in the process. But the only thing that could top that is the where are they now? component that Rilo Kiley brings to the table as their lead singer is former child actress, Jenny Lewis.
Now, you might not think you know Jenny Lewis. Hell, you really might not know her. Chances are if you aren't my age and grew up when Jenny grew up and/or didn't have kids growing up at the time it is possible. I don't know what it is about the process some child stars go through in the wacky world of show business, but I've always been obsessed with child stars and puberty. I mean we all go through it. But they get to go through it in public and their ultimate transformation is usually such a big deal. If you don't believe me, just ask Macauley Culkin. He's still waiting for his to happen.
I didn't even know Jenny could sing, though the triple threat Jon Benet type deal is usually par for the course in Hollywood. I for one would also love to know how that grew into this. I could write a thesis on the evolution or devolution as the case may be, of child stars, I swear. My Rick Schroeder theory alone is already an in depth study and alas, a post for another time.
Anyway, if you like taking musical advice from nearly complete strangers, then, by all means,Rilo Kiley is most definitely worth checking out. My personal faves include: It's A Hit, The Absence of God, More Adventurous, It Just Is, Teenage Love Song, A Better Son/Daughter and the incomparable, Does He Love You? I would say I know you will like it, but frankly, I don't know you so I can't make that guarantee.
Oh and while you're at it, I highly recommend renting the softer side of Jenny in Big Girls Don't Cry...They Get Even. Simply watch and listen. You can thank me later.
That being said, I don't know why I haven't used this blog for musical recommendations that much. You couldn't possibly know this, but usually I'm like the Fiddler On The Roof of musical matchmakings and yes, just like a traditional matchmaker, I "meddle" whether you want me to or not. Just ask me to see the album reviews section of my life.
So without further adieu, I bring you Rilo Kiley. I got into Rilo Kiley about a year or so ago and I've been meaning to write a post about them ever since. But it was never the right time and so I never did. Until now, that is.
For me, the most intiguing thing about finding a band like Rilo Kiley would normally be all the great music I've found in the process. But the only thing that could top that is the where are they now? component that Rilo Kiley brings to the table as their lead singer is former child actress, Jenny Lewis.
Now, you might not think you know Jenny Lewis. Hell, you really might not know her. Chances are if you aren't my age and grew up when Jenny grew up and/or didn't have kids growing up at the time it is possible. I don't know what it is about the process some child stars go through in the wacky world of show business, but I've always been obsessed with child stars and puberty. I mean we all go through it. But they get to go through it in public and their ultimate transformation is usually such a big deal. If you don't believe me, just ask Macauley Culkin. He's still waiting for his to happen.
I didn't even know Jenny could sing, though the triple threat Jon Benet type deal is usually par for the course in Hollywood. I for one would also love to know how that grew into this. I could write a thesis on the evolution or devolution as the case may be, of child stars, I swear. My Rick Schroeder theory alone is already an in depth study and alas, a post for another time.
Anyway, if you like taking musical advice from nearly complete strangers, then, by all means,Rilo Kiley is most definitely worth checking out. My personal faves include: It's A Hit, The Absence of God, More Adventurous, It Just Is, Teenage Love Song, A Better Son/Daughter and the incomparable, Does He Love You? I would say I know you will like it, but frankly, I don't know you so I can't make that guarantee.
Oh and while you're at it, I highly recommend renting the softer side of Jenny in Big Girls Don't Cry...They Get Even. Simply watch and listen. You can thank me later.
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