House of Blues

In the past week I have been to the House of Blues (in LA) twice.

The first time was with my boo to see Saxon. If you don't know who Saxon is don't feel bad, I had never heard of them either. BUT if you don't look them up and listen to them, then shame on you! Whether you like them or hate them, you need to check them out. These guys came onto the scene around the same time as Iron Maiden and Judas Priest. They're in their sixties/seventies now and they still ROCK. Like, seriously rock. The lead singer, Biff Byford, has the most beautiful, silver, super long hair and he was head banging like a badass. I went into the show expecting to laugh my ass off, and by the time it was over I was cheering along with all the long-haired metal-head dudes. I can't wait to get their new CD. 

Something about them reminds me of being in high school and hanging out with my guy friends. They'd listen to stuff like System of a Down, GWAR and Lamb of God. While I wasn't always fond of this sort of music, it definitely reminds me of my boys and the great times we had together. I was a huge fan of Coheed and Cambria (I still love them), so anytime I hear metal music I get a little nostalgic. One of my friends burned me every single Coheed CD and I still have them somewhere.

Anyhow -  it was an amazing show!

Look at his luxurious hair!

Then, last night, I went back to the House of Blues. The BF and I went mainly to visit our friend who was in from Texas and works with Blue October. I listened to some Blue October in high school (Calling You and Into the Ocean came out sometime around my junior year), but I was never really that into them. The lead singer's voice is rad, but the songs have never really resonated with me. That being said, they were great live. They even played some new songs that I plan on buying. I really just enjoy going to shows and listening to music, even if it's not one of my favorite bands. It's a lot of fun to immerse yourself in a concert crowd.

High quality concert photo right here...not.

Our crew :)

So it's been a music filled week. Miley Cyrus's album is out, which I was super excited for (no shame), but unfortunately, after listening to the clips on iTunes, I wasn't that impressed. I adore her two singles, and there are about three songs of the album I'm going to buy, but I just can't bring myself to get the whole album. Oh well. I still like Miley.

And now, an adorable picture of Louie.

AWWWW!

Have a good weekend everyone!