Single Sunday

Something new I want to try to do is a weekly single/album/band, or anything music related I guess, that I'm just really enjoying that week. So to start this off is one of my FAVOURITE bands. who leaked the first single off their upcoming album today, excited much?!

TSSF - Nerve

I had to have these guys as my first 'Single Sunday' as there one of the few bands I can listen to on loop without getting bored. I've been dying to hear some new stuff from them, and the single 'Nerve' is just faultless. It's got the classic TSSF sound that I enjoy, great lyrics that I'm sure a lot of people will relate to and a great vibe. As a first single it sets a good standard for their self-titled third album (which you can pre-order online and will be released 19th May)

If you're unfamiliar with The Story So Far I would recommend giving them a listen; different to a lot of the current music on the radio etc. And I would guess you'd describe the genre as pop punk, skater punk? If you want something new to listen to, that's emotional and a little bit angry TSSF is the band for you. 

Thoughts on 'Nerve'?

What music are you enjoying at the moment?

Lots of love, Nikki

The Fault In Our Stars

Yesterday was officially the first day of freedom, which should be a happy and exciting time, days filled with laughter and fun. But how did I start the summer? I went to see The Fault In Our Stars *sobbing at the meer thought of the film now* If you haven't heard of TFIOS, then you must be living under a rock. It has been such a hugely anticipated movie, especially in the tumblr world, and I can say it really did not disappoint. 

I had already read the book a few months ago, so I thought I was fully prepared for the emotional rollercoaster of the story. I usually love books more than films, however, I think the seeing Hazel and Gus on the screen created a better connection for me. The book, to the surpise of my friends, didn't make me cry. But oh my! Watching it the cinema I could not hold it in (and neither could the girl behind my friends and I, who was hysterically crying, it almost sounded as if she was laughing). I advise tissues if you are very sensitive to intense situations and plan on seeing TFIOS. 

What I think made the film so good was the clear chemistry and connection between all of the characters, not just Hazel and Gus. Issac and Gus's friendship really shone through, Hazel's parents were played perfectly by Laura Dern and Sam Trammell, and obviously no one could have played the leading roles better than Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort. 

My only critiscism is that if you have read the book you will notice some of the differences, and if you are a hard core John Green and TFIOS fan you might be a bit like Wha?! For example, Patrick, the support group leader, has less of a role in the movie. And I also feel Issac's contribution to the story was less significant than in the book. 

Overall though, this is an intense, emotional, and funny film. Be prepared to be emotionally drained after seeing this, and not looking as good as you did when you walked into the cinema. To recover, I advice having a well deserved McDonalds - which is exactly what I did. And whilst in the queue a girl did actually smile at me in a 'hope you're alright, you look like you've been crying' kind of way.

What did you guys think of the film? I'm yet to come across anyone who's seen it, that hasn't enjoyed/liked it. 

Lots of love, Nikki. xxxxx