The Importance of Being Idle Arnav's Armchair Analysis

Goldspot - Friday

This week’s recommendation is a song called “Friday”. No, not the infamous Rebecca Black “sensation”. This song is by a band named Goldspot. Again, this is another song with an entertaining video. ...


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My Chemical Romance - Welcome To The Black Parade

This week’s recommendation is “Welcome to the Black Parade” by the erstwhile rock band, My Chemical Romance. When I first heard their music, it didn’t sit well with me immediately. It was, pretty much, an acquired taste. I was pretty gutted when when they announced their break-up because I was looking forward to their newer projects. Anyway, here is the video of “Welcome to the Black Parade”, which actually makes for enjoyable viewing. ...


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Beady Eye - The Beat Goes On

This week’s recommendation is one of the songs from Beady Eye’s album, Different Gear, Still Speeding. It’s called “The Beat Goes On”. Beady Eye was formed from the remaining members of Oasis after Noel Gallagher left them in 2009. I would like to think it this song is about moving on with life after disastrous events, something akin to what happened with Oasis. ...


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Fun - We Are Young (feat. Janelle Monáe)

This week’s recommendation is the Song of the Year at the 55th Grammy Awards (2012). Of course, it is “We are Young” by the Fun (featuring Janelle Monáe). In my friend circle, this was labeled the Song of the Semester for the second semester of my second year in University (January - May, 2012). So, it sort of has a special significance for me. ...


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Switchfoot - We Are One Tonight

This week’s recommendation is “We Are One Tonight” by Switchfoot. The music video is nothing short of a work of art. It is possibly one my all time favourite music videos. Having raised your expectations, I don’t want to spoil it for you any further. So, take look for yourself! ...


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