Turning point.

I've been doing too much thinking lately (this should really say drinking not thinking). I know, I know, about time you run away and stop reading. It's been overthinking really, driving myself crazy over the dumbest things. You know what's it like, your mind creating scenarios that couldn't be farther from the truth, it's true what people say we and our minds are our worst possible enemies, nothing can hurt us quite as much as we hurt ourselves. 

This overthinking was about social media though, you know how I feel about sites like Facebook or Instagram or anything of the sort (TikTok god forbid), think the only social media I actually love and enjoy is Tumblr. We're all crazy (she said lovingly) there. I don't really know why I'm still using Facebook at this point, like honest to god are they all crazy there? Not Tumblr crazy but actually crazy. But point is recently, (recently lol it's been a year) I've had an art only account on IG and though that's something I was SO opposed to the entire time it hasn't actually been a bad experience all together. 

I think what really discouraged me from starting an art account was literally fear. I haven't had too many positive experiences regarding art in ''real life'' so I didn't expect anything better on social media. Add actual bad experiences in general on social media to that and you literally ask yourself why bother. But this post is not going to be about me bitching over social media it's actually going to be about the fact that I came to realize that starting an art account was a good thing.

I get so frustrated with it sometimes, Instagram seems intended on only showing you art from people that are so much better than you are and it sucks. It really kills your confidence, but it shouldn't. Even the greatest artists started somewhere, even they were constantly learning and evolving and improving. And I have to say in general, the nice people messaging, the nice people in comments, all the love and support, it's really been a pleasant experience all together. We all need some reasuring sometimes, and nothing boosts your confidence more than support from other artists or just people that appreciate what you do.

Of course there's still so much negativity, people are rude just to be rude, or demand things from you, or assume because you're an artist you're going to draw them things for free. I always ask those people if they go to a grocery store asking for free vegetables too, to this day I haven't had one answer to that question, though I think we can all figure it out ourselves. 

My point here is, sometimes you need someone to push you to do something you don't want to do, someone to push you out of your comfort zone, push you to do something you may be afraid of. Someone did that for me too, there was this one decisive moment that made me want to try and seek for more exposure for my art. So if you're looking for a sign if you should try as well, then this is it. You guys, be brave and try it out. It could be amazing. 

In honor of that, I'm sharing the memory, the moment that changed everything for me. It's written in third person and was actually posted on my other blog (lots of recycled posts lately). Oh and because I get complaints all the time about my language and mentions of things, the post below is just a tiny bit explicit. You've been warned.

''They sat across from each other behind a table in a dimly lit restaurant, just staring at each other. Her eyes wandered from his gaze to his lips to his neck, she flushed when he saw her staring like that. ''So you're not religious?'' he asked randomly, eyes glued to a pendant of Mother Mary hanging around her neck next to a well worn guitar pick. Not that he was particulary spiritual, he was raised a Christian and that was about it. Tradition more then faith. 

She shook her head and took another sip of her drink. ''What do you believe in then? Love?''. ''Sometimes''. ''Friendship?''. ''God no''. He smirked and leaned back. ''Sex?''. ''Yes, very much so''. A wolfish grin appeared on his face. It was absolutely stunning. She smiled back at him batting her lashes a little bit. ''Music?''. ''Totally''. Another hot smirk, the restaurant seemed to be heating up, or was that just her? ''I thought so, I can imagine that guitar pick around your neck isn't just decoration, what do you play?''. ''My dad's old telecaster''. ''Nice!'' What does he know about guitars? She wondered but never asked out loud. Instead she smiled politely and drank some more. 

''Music is your talent then?''. ''Passion if nothing else''. She hated bragging. ''I see, so you're talented in music, you speak a few languages, amazing organisational skills, driving like Senna ...I've seen some of your photography work and I was impressed, don't tell me you have more hidden talents? It's hardly even fair.'' Smirking she put down her glass. ''Well I have two more''. ''Amuse me'' he said offering her another smile, white teeth shining brightly in the candle light.

''I could show you but, it would end bad, since this talent of mine involves...activities''. As soon as he realized what she's aiming at a soft blush appeared on his cheeks. It was adorable. ''And the other?'' he asked, voice a husky whisper. ''Really wanna know?'' nodding he studied her face carefully, waiting for another shoe to drop. She giggled grabbing her paperwork laying carelessly in front of her, looking for a blank one and a pencil. ''What are you doing?''. ''Sit down, shut up and look pretty. If anything that shouldn't be too hard for you''. 

He smiled at her mockery and leaned back. Her eyes scanned his features while her hand made swift moves on the paper. She drew quickly and with ease, he was staring at her face, full of concentration and thought. His face was beautiful, nose, eyes, long lashes, it was so easy to draw, like her hand was just gliding on the paper on it's own accord. 15 minutes later she stopped and looked at him once again. ''Ready?'' He nodded. Turning the paper over he was met with a quick yet detailed sketch of his own face. His eyes widened a little bit and he grinned. ''Amazing''. ''It's nothing, compared to others I'm just an amateur''. 

Shaking his head slowly he looked at her more sincere. ''Never doubt yourself, even the great Mikelangelo started somewhere'' She smiled as his accent at Michelangelo's name. Did he just compare them? He must be crazy. ''Thank you I guess''. ''You are very welcome, now let's eat I'm hungry''. Rolling her eyes she smiled and moved her things off the table. He probably didn't know how much of a difference he made, she needed some encouragment in her life and that's excatly what he gave her. ''By the way, I want that drawing when it's done, so I can brag around with it when you get famous one day''. Silly. But sweet. And it meant the world.''

''Don't Night moves me, bitch!''

Another Friday and today y'all get the Bob review I've been promising. I know I know ''so exciting''. Hah. I do actually like him but more on that later. I've been scrolling through old blog posts from like 2010 and up. So many posts about concert count downs and freaking out over that. Fan girl life lol. There's a post in between from 2014 sobbing over My Chemical Romance break up and ''Fake your death'' being the last song they recorded together. Last song lol. Suddenly in 2021 ''fake your death'' is just funny. They were so fucking with us this entire time. I mean evil genius much? 

But what does make me wanna fake my death is that dreaded disgusting holiday coming up. Yeah this is your annual blog post on how much Valentines day disgusts me. If we stay in 2014, that's the year my ex boss made me wear leather booty shorts, lace corset and huge white wings for a promo shoot. I don't know what demon made me agree to that when we all know there's no way in hell I'd pass for an angel or worse a cupid. Yuck. Think what made me agree were the magic words of ''you can keep the shoes''. I have a weakness just like every other woman for shoes. Mostly boots and high heels.  Another thing to laugh about is that said boss and I after this shoot sat in his office, drinking Corona and watching ''My Bloody Valentine''. Corona. Whole different meaning in 2021, but the movie is still great. 

A year later I actually worked at a florist shop for Valentines day and if I hated the holiday on any other day in a florist shop you either peal off your skin or someone elses skin. I don't know what was worse men that came in needing gifts for both their wife and mistress or men that don't know their special someone exists on any other day but february 14th. If another person walked in at that time wanting to buy rose petals, not a freakin rose but ''just petals'' I would shoot myself. Red roses, chocolate, strawberries, champagne and tacky lingerie. Kill me please. 

I'm not single or bitter mind you, far from it, but the hypocricy of ''holidays'' created to steal money from people and ease guilty conscience from shitty partners disgusts me. Listen I'm not saying they're all the same. Attentive husbands, boyfriends, wives, girlfriends, that remember all holidays, that's cute, but those who only remember this one holiday? Ugh. My boyfriend is still trying to make me ''love'' valentine's day. Useless battle but bless him for trying. Though you know he makes a big deal out of all holidays, and out of all random days ''a bucket of roses because I was thinking of you last night'' kinda thing. Or ''got you this shirt because I saw it in a store and thought you'd love it''. I love that more than the shirt, the whole ''I saw this and it made me think of you'' thing. So thoughtful. 

And apart from the fact that y'all should love each other each and every day of the year (leave the romantic in me alone) there's something else I'd like to point out. All the people who have nobody, all the people that lost somebody, all the people that are not happy and in love. I get it you know lovers should have a day, probably, I guess, but there's no ''anti valentines'' day on the other end, for all those who for whatever reason don't want to celebrate. No black cupcakes, no gray and black candy hearts saying ''not you'', ''how about no'', ''fuck off''. No happy hour at the bar, drinking your feelings away, though what is a bar anyway? No black roses, no music dedication on the radio for those people. And lastly why is valentines day focused on only romantic love? It's a holiday celebrating love. So why not siblings, family, friends, pets, etc…

But because I'm in a good mood, sharing some dumb ''pick up'' lines for my punk rock, music loving friends that read this crap I call a blog. Punk rock because these are All time low, My chemical romance, Panic at the disco, Fall out boy, Sleeping with sirens, etc references. Enjoy these. And, yes, you are totally right, my idiot of a boyfriend is texting me these on a daily basis, but really, they're so stupid they're funny. Lol. 

''Drums aren't the only thing I'll be banging tonight ;)''

''URIE-ly cute''

''Roses are red, violets are blue, if you were a band I wouldn't break up with you''

''R u an emperor, cause you're gonna need new clothes when I'm done with u''

''Hearts won't be the only thing on fire tonight''

''Are you Sirens, because I'm sleeping with you tonight''

''Do you have a band aid bc I just scraped my knee falling for you''

''I'll bang you harder than the goddamn door''

''Your beauty has me STUMPed''

''Serenade ain't the only thing happening in the backseat tonight''

''My songs won't be the only ones to know what to do in the dark tonight''

''You're Way too cute''

''Be the Frank to my Gerard and I promise I will love you like I did yesterday''

I did say I'm dating a lovable idiot didn't I? Lol. These are so stupid but I love them so much. Alright now that I got that out of my system, how about that review that I've been promising? It's actually my fave album of his so this should be fun. Already listening to it through for the second time today. The older Winchester actually called him one of the greatest rock writers ever. There's a hilarious scene in the show (Supernatural obvs) ''is everything a Bob Seger song to you?''. I can relate. Many things in my life are also a Bob Seger song. 

''Night moves'' is the ninth studio album by Bob and actually the first album that also credited the Silver Bullet band which you can see right there on the cover which is actually ridiculous because about half of this album was actually backed by the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section so not really a Bullets band at all. But that aside you know what? This is one album for which I can say was very well received by the critics (who are still assholes, me included obviously) and gave Bob a nationwide success. Which would mean that even though this is the ninth album it's actually his first real breaktrough.  It got them certified platinum and sold over six million copies worldwide. Pretty neat aye?

You know people called Bob the ''poor man's Bruce Springsteen''. That explains why I like him but also makes me mad because it's not the case at all. They are both great musicians in their own way and though I see similarities in their ''story telling'' type music, comparing him to the Boss is just dumb, nobody can be up to Bosses ankles obviously. On that note just a quick message to all the press and people at Jeep. How about a fuck all of you? I am over this witch hunt y'all are playing with musicians. Listen to me, I'm all for punshment if one is guilty but only AFTER they are proven guilty, else you have another Johnny Depp situation on your hands because ''we always believe women'' right? Bullshit. 

It's hard to really define Bob as an artist, big success although deserved kept dodging him and it took a decade of slow building an audience before Night moves really blew up though critics (I'm telling you they're all assholes) still defined him by his weakest hits. Night moves came couple of years before the huge hit ''Old time rock and roll'' which I'm sure you all know or have heard at least once. Song that describes me so well ''Just take those old records off the shelf, I'll sit and listen to 'em by myself. Today's music ain't got the same soul, I like that old time rock and roll''. True story. So little new music that I feel strongly about. Well I do feel strongly about new music. Strong disgust. 

Night moves opens with ''Rock and roll never forgets'' which has the same vibe as ''Old time rock and roll'', it sets the whole mood of the record which is this nostalgic feel, and I think it's absolutely perfect. I don't know maybe I'm just getting old or something.  The song ''Night moves'' was the one that was an instant classic. About time too. It's the classic you know getaway teenage lovers. I don't know why I keep thinking of Tiffany and ''I think we're alone now'' when someone starts about teenage lovers lol. I actually love this song. Shut up, we all got our guilty pleasures. 

But really ''Night moves'' was inspired by Springsteen ''Jungleland'' which I think is pretty easy to see and it made it all the way to number four on the top forty chart. Fucking finally and well deserved. My friends and I use the ''don't Night moves me'' quote from Supernatural all the time though. Try having your laptop open on the desk, skype running (wait am I getting old, is zoom what's cool now?) your friend like ''I'll be right back'', he disappears for thirty plus minutes and in that time you get a bit frisky with your ''better half'' on the sofa…well…it's not like he'd come back and go ''yuck, can't you guys keep it in your pants for five minutes'' no no, what he would do is play ''Night moves'' laughing hysterically. ''Don't Night moves me bitch.'' My life really IS a Bob Seger song. 

I'm not even going to comment on ''The fire down below'' or ''Come to Poppa''. Cheeky. Reminds me of ''She goes down'' by Motley Crue. Not music vise, just ''message'' vise and between you and I? He would not have to ask me twice. Listen it's that long hair. My friend already diagnosed me that my type is ''tall, dark, long haired and ''stabby'' '' literally she said stabby. Lol. That has nothing absolutelly to do with my love for knives, Bucky Barnes and / or Diego Hargreeves. 

The best song on this album is obviously ''Mainstreet''. Maybe not so much the story behind the lyrics ''I used her, she used me, but neither cared, we were getting our share''. I mean I'm not sure a crappy relationship or a hooker type thing? Either way rather tragic if that's the highlight of your life, teenage using eachother type relationships. The bridge of the song was cut in radio plays which I find just proposterous but that's a story for another time. Let me just say that these radio edits are about as stupid as censoring that Poison album cover. It's a tongue people not a penis. The lyrics though are literally about ''Ann Street'' in his childhood hometown Ann Arbor in Michigan.

I think that the album as a whole may be one of the best albums out there in the time period (1976 / unrelated but holy shit I have so many albums so much older than me lol) because and I will quote someone right now (unfortunally I don't know who though) who said that this album is brilliant because ''it's a wonderful chronicle of the time when innocence became experiences and the child became the adult''. Beautiful description and so very true. The songs are written so well, they tell a story and they flow together perfectly. I guess they tell the story on what it was like to be a young adult in the midwest in the 70's. I wasn't there then but that's what I imagine it was like. A Bob Seger song. 

It's pretty obvious that Bob was influenced by Springsteen, apart from his words you can hear it. This was about the same time as ''Born to run'' came out (1975) and it turned the rock and roll world completely upside down, it was different it was new, they had Clarence. Who didn't feel inspired by Bruce I wonder. He was and is to this day an amazing musician. (seriously piss off Jeep). But I think the biggest difference between the two may be that Bob's music / vocals are a bit rougher while the Boss a perfectionist and all is far more polished. The production alone is completely different. Of course if they were completely alike one would call that a copy cat and move on. And if I'd had to point out another song on Night moves than for sure ''Sunburts'' which just might be the best sorta screaming bluesy vocals that sound way too angry and yet subtle and passionate enough to be right on that edge of maybe being a ballad song, it's something else that song. 

I think what later won the people over with this album is this blend of Springsteeny roots, rough bluesy rock n roll and badass attitude of the record. It was about time too, he would deserve success much sooner with that raspy yet powerful voice which reminds me of whiskey flavour and this smooth warmth like a cat fur feels when a cat is laying on the sun. I know I'm crazy but that's what I think about when thinking of that voice. And songs that were about love, women, blue collar hard working people? Who doesn't prefer that over ''bitches'' and ''dolla dolla bills''. Just saying. 

Unfortunally if you wanna hop on this train you're a bit too late, Bob was on a farewell tour in 2019 and I believe that his concert in Philadelphia on November 1st may very well be the last one. I doubt this is a Motley Crue situation. While we're at it do you know how angry this no concerts thing is making me in this aspect as well? All my favourite musicians are people of ''a certain age'', Corona took a year of touring from them, younger bands wont feel it but someone like the Stones will and we were literally robbed of so much it makes my heart hurt. 

Right so to wrap up this babbling I'm sure you're just dying for this post to end already, if y'all are curious, wanna get into Seger or just give it a try then start with ''Night moves'' because it is the best album and then move on to the rest if you end up liking it. 

Enjoy the weekend, I'll be buried under about 40 sketches that I want to finish in the following week. Crazy is crazy I know. Cheers guys!

Music is the mediator between the spiritual and the sensual life.

I need to start this post with a quick apology. I'm sorry there was no Bob Seger post on Friday. Something came up and usually that would mean a concert, a party, trying 5 types of beer in a local bar…truth is I forgot what a concert feels like and what beer tastes like. What happened was I was held up furiously sketching about 50 sketches of Alexi Laiho. I know. I went a little crazy. But I suppose that's my way of coping with a loss of a brilliant musician. These doodles are up on my art IG (purpleskylineart) in case and of you are interested. 

So, how did y'all survive yet another week in lockdown? Is it just me or they keep getting harder to stand? I mean ''fed up'' doesn't begin to cover the emotion of how badly I want this hell to end. Though there may be a light at the end of the tunnel after all. Government says they might start opening stores and other things next week. God bless, it's been a long ''couple'' of months.  You know me and my ''unhealthy'' obsession with tshirts? I mean I stopped counting at like 600 but I assume I have about 1000 at this point, and do you know how long it's been since I bought a new one? Months. How do I live? Though we all know it's tour shirts I want but lets not go there again. 

Alright without too much ranting and rambling I'll get to the point faster today. Album review but not about Bob. Sorry. Next week. An album showing up in my mail box by an artist I absolutely adore made me change my mind. You guys I cried for good ten minutes when unpacking this album. Lol. I know crazy fan girl and all that. It was a gift mind you and I probably don't stress this enough on here but I really do have the best friends on the planet that know how to cheer up a miserable girl. 

Now off to the artist, if you look at the many GIFs at the side you'll see him on the first one. Dark haired in his movie ''The Devils Violinist''. Mr. David Garrett as Niccolo Paganini, who I also love because Paganini for the time he was in was the perfect bad boy. It's a great movie, acting spot on, music obviously too (lets be serious there's nobody who can step into Paganini's shoes so easily) and I will never ever get over the scenes shot in Vienna when I WAS actually in Vienna, not far from the location. Please murder me. Thank you. Though I aint sure what would happen if that pretty boy stood in front of me, I'd probably freeze, cry, pass out, hyperventilate, get choked up, not say a word or scream, possibly in that order. Lol. 

I was lucky enough to see him in 2018 which if you look back you can read about. It was a whole new experience because in theory he's a classical musician and I never saw a classical concert before. Liking this type of music is not out of character mind you, I actually love Beethoven, Bach especially, Mozart, Brahms, Wagner, Debussy, Tchaikovsky, Chopin, Haydn and of course Vivaldi. These are the most famous classical composers of course and all brilliant musical minds. BUT I will not sit here and pretend that anything but the looks dragged me to David Garrett for the first time. Listen I'm a woman, I bleed red, I confess I watched him smile and got all wet. No censorship here. Lol. I came for the looks but stayed for the music, he is incredibly talented and the way he plays is just enchanting.  And before I get into a long rambling worshipping post, here are a few more unshared photos from the concert, firstly because I am DYING without concerts and second because why not. And yes I am aware that the smiley one is blurry. Shit happens, he smiles – I die. 

Perfect aye? Now before I get into the album review, few quick facts about my pretty boy. Musical genius and prodigy of course. German. Record breaking violinist. He held the record for the fastest violinist on the planet, preforming Korsakov's ''Flight of the Bumblebee'' in one minute and 5,26 seconds. Are you aware of how fast that is? 12 or 13 notes per second! Per second you guys! I heard someone topped that record by a second. Not cool man just saying. Not cool. 

David started playing at the age of 4 and plays a Stradivari. I think the violin might be more famous than he is to be honest. Lol. Such beautiful instrument, the craftsmanship, the sound, everything is amazing. They don't make them like that no more, but then again they don't make such masters like Garrett or Stradivari either. Fun fact. David might be the only man my grandmother and I agree on being attractive. Literally she complains over every single man I like, too skinny, too muscly, too tattooed, too blonde, too whatever it is but this one? This one she likes a lot. Lol. Face carved by angels themselves as I always say. That smile you guys. Holy shit I melt. And the style. Sigh. Pull up youtube type in David Garrett Bitter sweet symphony. You're welcome. 

Can I bring back how cutely he learned words in Slovenian language at the show? So if I bring him home for dinner that should be fine with non English speaking family? Right? Oh shut up let a fan girl dream. I can see my boyfriend chewing angrily on a pencil right now on the other side of his Mac. Hah. Think David actually said that Slovenian language is harder than playing Purple rain. Lol. 

I had to chose at the time if I'm seeing Maiden or Garrett, couldn't buy both tickets and my friends are still shocked that I chose David without batting an eye. Well. They don't understand the level of my obsession with this perfect blonde cupcake. 

Right album review, before I get too carried away and end up vividly describing one of my fantasies or fever dreams in which we shower together. It was bloody amazing mind you…

I love all his albums but I think if I had to pick this one might be my favourite. Look at it. Seriously. LOOK.AT.IT. The cover art back and front. The smile you guys. The tattoos. I can't breathe. Now what do you think happens when you put together something this pretty, so gifted and rock music? Absolute freakin perfection of course.

I was actually always all for crossover because it is a way to bring classical music to wider audiences particularly younger generations who lets face it don't have a musical bone in their body to appreciate the perfection and beauty of something like Tchaikovsky's ''Concerto N1''. Playing songs we all know, songs we all love that are on all radio stations all the time, in a new and different and exciting way, might intrigue enough people to actually take a little look at other styles the same musician plays. 

This album was quite highly anticipated. It came out in september 2017. Didn't have to look that up, I remember because I wanted it badly. Lol. Never got one and now that I do, yes currently it's open in the corner of my desk and I might be staring at that back cover. Shut up. Let me be. 

The album obviously contains some of my favourite songs as is but also all the best songs. You've got Phil Collins, Prince, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, The Verve,...as well as Concerto N1 and with Davids own unique way of preforming said songs you really see the extraordniary talent.  He once said that each song can be considered as a classical song but the songs that are really melodic and it takes a great deal of effort to turn them into what we can hear on this album. The interpertaion, evolution, discipline, and talent he displays in each and every one of his songs is something to marvel over as is, but he is especially proud of his work on ''Rock Revolution'' and for a good reason. Obviously. The classical interpretation of rock songs is absolutely phenomental. 

You would not believe how much emotion, artistic talent and passion he can pack up in everything he does. It's amazing and he obviously deserves every bit of worshipping he gets. Listen, how many artists can blur the lines completely between Mozart and Metallica? And also how many artists feel completely at home both in classic and in hard rock? And how many artists look quite as gorgeous, perfect, with Prince Charming hair and long lashes and eyes you get lost in like I did just now when I was supposed to write about his playing…playing when his shirt rides a bit higher and you see that tattoo and underwear on full display. Sigh. Is it hot in here or is it me?

Here's the deal if you put this record on, and you listen to his interpreatation, his passion, his moving way in which he delievers his songs, it feels like he's right there with you. The notes just consume you and it's an out of body experience if you allow yourself to really feel the music, to hear each note, to really get lost in the song you listen to. Mindblowing. The type of music that reaches in, touches your soul, rattles your bones, awakens your spirit (awakens something else too, am I right ladies?), I'm not even exeggarating, it really is ALL that. 

Did you know though that there was a cruise ''Stars ar sea David Garrett''? omg. Like it's a boat. At seas. Where he can't run away from crazy fans. Excuse me while all my fantasies run wild. Has anyone ever been at any of these cruises? I honestly never felt the appeal beyond ''getting rid of a body''. Lol. Idk I don't like big boats. We had a sail boat which I loved but these huge cruise ships, packed with people are just not my taste. BUT I may change my mind if one of those passengers would be David. I love the ocean, I love him, it's meant to be right? A romantic ocean sunset and those pretty eyes and hair blowing in the ocean breeze. 

I keep getting carried away damn it. Get it together girl. Listen, here's the point he could be one of many standard violinists with recitals and concertos, classically trained so he never really steps out of his comfort zone, they always did classic so they always will BUT he took the alternative path. Which is besides a way to bring music to new audiences, and a much more creative way to express yourself probably also more profitable. Though I'm quite certain he doesn't care much about that. Y'all seen him right, ripped jeans, scuffy boots (once taped together with silver tape lol) which is oh so sexy but I doubt a typical style for people who care about money much. Speaking of his style, LOVE the bling, some by the Great Frog, the skulls the silver. Beautiful. 

If you like him or not, there's some things you can't deny him, he posseses a level of skill that can't be anything else but respected. He plays violin at a speed that makes your hair stand on end. 13 notes per second. 13! I'm sorry but I literally can not process that.  And then when you think about it, it's one thing to play fast but to play with this technique and feeling? It's completely out of this world. You know how short a single second is? And then rock music? The way he turns any song into a classical version? Amazing. Or simple the instrumental skill and giftedness that he displays in pieces such as ''Carnival of Venice'' or the ''Hungarian Dance No. 5''. That my friends. That is music and a musican who clearly enjoys what he does and actually not enjoys but loves his art with all his heart. And is there anything more attractive than the confidence he displays and a man that has so much passion and also looks like a rock star? I think not. You guys? The eyeliner! I can't breathe.

I do have one complaint or well remark more or less, or suggestion even better. Lol. Since David is German and he plays these amazing rock songs, did a song with Rammstein just recently (Alle tage ist kein Sonntag) I would just love a classical version of a Rammstein or Scorpions song. Imagine his version of ''Wind of change'' or maybe ''Rock you like a hurricane'' I am trying to bite my tongue so hard right now on all possible ideas and scenarios and filthy fantasies ''rock you like a hurricane'' awakens in my mind, because completely random but do you know what his favourite thing to do on a date is? A walk. He loves to take a walk even more in a city like Rome or Paris when it's snowing. Imagine that. The very post under this one I wrote how amazing walking in Rome after rain is. With the glistening pavement and fresh air. Sigh. 

Now to wrap up this post. David is a beautiful man, but lets not just dwell on that. Besides his looks what matters more is his talent and his passion. His music. There are people out there that tend to not take him seriously because of his good looks and general style of clothing and playing and I think those people are just ridiculous. Judging such talent on such superficial things? Proposterous. David brings passion, emotion and a type of musical and artistic insight into everything he does and that should matter much more than his looks. And if that doesn't speak to you about his gift then 16 platinum and 23 gold awards so far should. If you feel like you could give a different artist / music style a chance then you should give one to him, if you can appreciate good music you surely won't be disappointed. Now excuse me while I go feed my fantasies a bit more and watch the Devils violinist again and end this post with the full tracklist of this album, enjoy.

 

A1 ''In the air tonight'' Phil Collins

A2 ''Born in the USA'' Bruce Springsteen

A3 ''Stairway to Heaven'' Led Zeppelin

A4 ''Superstition'' Stevie Wonder

A5 ''Bitter sweet symphony'' The Verve

 

B1 ''Killing in the name'' Rage against the machine

B2 ''Purple rain'' Prince

B3 ''Eye of the tiger'' Survivor

B4 ''Fix you'' Coldplay

C1 ''Concerto N1'' Peter Tchaikovsky

C2 ''The well dressed guitar'' Deep purple

C3 ''You're the inspiration'' Chicago

C4 ''Duel guitar vs. violin'' David Garrett

C5 ''Bohemian Rhapsody'' Queen

 

D1 ''Earth song'' Michael Jackson

D2 ''Baroque reinvention'' David Garrett

D3 ''One moment in time'' Whitney Houston, Albert Hammond

D4 ''Nah neh nah'' Vaya con dios