music i've enjoyed, as of late

there have been a few groups that i've liked lately, and i haven't posted music on my blog in quite a while!

i can't stop playing this song by The Tallest Man on Earth, "King of Spain". it's so fast and the guitar work is strummy and complicated, and his voice is grainy and Dylan-esque. i'm not a big Dylan fan or anything, but i'm impressed. check out his album: The Wild Hunt





another group, who has put their EP online for freeeez is Painted Palms. they have a really chill style. my favorite song is called "Water Hymn" but this one is pretty cool too: the title track "Canopy".





and the last group (that i've been hearing songs by them here and there all year) is Washed Out. check out this video:



i hope to see them when they come to Club Downunder in the spring!

grad photos with spence

michelle spencer is my roommate, and she just graduated this past saturday. she was kind enough to let me take some photos of her for a graduation present. these are the results!

michelle is such a jewel. i'm not sure i totally captured her bubbly personality...but she was a joy to work with. and above all, she is a huge blessing as a roommate. i cherish our friendship, and am so proud of her!

christmas photos with the Naizers