Good Music: SOL

What’s up blog world? Blame my trustworthy internet for the lack of posts lately. I figured I would spread the word on a few more new artists for you to jam to on this relaxing Sunday afternoon.  This past August I was lucky enough to witness another one of Seattle’s rising stars live in Pullman for the annual Cougfest back to school celebration. The concert featured Macklemore, and the Blue Scholars just to name a few. There were estimated over four thousand students that took in the free live concert, which was absolutely filthy. There was so much energy from the crowd; it was a really tight experience to be a part of. I remember walking up to the show being stoked to see the Scholars do their thing, having no clue who the opening act would be. Yet, I left the concert being more influenced by the opening act than the Scholars or Macklemore. SOL, aka Seattle’s Prince, absolutely stole the show. His lyrics really do preach the truth that real people really can relate to. At only 22 years of age, Sol has been making a lot of noise around Seattle for the last eight years. It’s only a matter of time until the rest of the world hears this talented musician. He has two mixtapes that are available for free download on his website, http://solsays.com/ which I highly recommend you check out. I’ll leave you with a couple of his songs for you to judge. Be easy world.

Seattle Supersonics 1967-2008

In honor of the NBA playoffs, I figured this is a perfect time to rant about the loss of our basketball team. I know that I’m not the only one out there that feels sick while watching the ex-Supersonics having so much success in this year’s playoffs. Clay Bennett and the Joklahoma City Thunder don’t deserve to be enjoying professional basketball, let alone quality basketball.  Whether you’re passionate about baseball, football, or even hockey, Seattle sport fans care about their teams. NBA games are a way to bring people together who have a common interest. Many local, lifelong dedicated fans who anticipate the upcoming NBA season are left with an empty feeling. Their Supersonics had been stolen from them. In the fall of 1967, the Pacific Northwest was granted its first professional sports team; the Supersonics. Although the Sonics did struggle on the court in their first season, the city instantly fell in love with the young expansion team. In just eight seasons the team made its first playoff appearance; lead by legendary point guard Slick Watts. The success on the court was leading to a huge fan base. Washington natives couldn’t get enough of the green and gold. The 1979 Seattle Supersonics are still the only professional team to win a title in the city of Seattle. (Other than the Storm, woo?) Prior to their championship season, Pacific Northwest sports were relatively unknown. Although the Supersonics are gone from Seattle, they are far from forgotten. The Sonics weren’t just a basketball team, they were our squad. They gave the city a sense of pride, allowed fathers and sons a chance to bond, and were hero’s in the community. After forty-one years of entertainment, the Sonics will always be important to Seattle. If the Supersonics never return to Seattle, at least we have our memories. I’ll end this post with a documentary that everyone should defiantly take the time to check out. Be easy blog world.

Good Music: KnowMads

Hello again world. Just a few months ago I was fortunate enough to have been introduced to what is now one of my favorite recordings artists in the game, KnowMads. This Seattle based group is truly putting Northwest hip-hop on the map. They preach about real issues that a dude like myself can really relate to. These talented, unsigned young men already have three albums on itunes, which is pretty filthy for the fact that they’re still only in their low twenties. These guys are really starting to make some noise around the Seattle area; selling out the majority of their shows around various venues in the Northwest. I know for me personally, one of my main goals of the summer is to see these guys perform live. I highly recommend you all try and do the same. If I’ve caught your attention, a few jams that you must have on your iPod are: “In The Basement”, “It’s All Love”, “Sunrise”, “Seattle Mariner”, “Weed”, “Deadman Walkin”, “Girls” & “Circles” just to name a few. If you’re a fan of the Blue Scholars or Macklemore, I can promise you that you’ll love this music. I’ll finish this post with a few jams for you to be the judge. As always, be easy folks, go out and spread some of that Northwest Love.

Day 1: The Introduction

Here we go folks, its day number one in my blogging world. I’ll be the first to admit that I’m a complete rookie in the blog game, but I’m stoked to get NW Love going. First and foremost, I’ll give a little run down on what this blog is going to be all about. I know the name Northwest Love is a pretty broad title, so here’s the scoop. I’m a very passionate young man; with things to say that possibly the world may want to hear. I love discovering new real artists/introducing people to some good unknown music. I know that it’s kind of hard to believe, but there’s still good music out there. Even with all of that garbage that’s being played on the radio these days. I also love to rant about random sport topics; whether it’s about the NFL lockout or Seattle losing the Supersonics. (Rest in Peace) I was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, and wouldn’t want it any other way. For those who live in the great state of Washington, we should all consider ourselves quite lucky. For those who say “it rains too much here”, deal with it, this is truly the greatest place on earth. I’ve been influenced by so many great people in my young life that have molded me into the man that I am today.  One of my biggest “celebrity” influences is the “greatest of all time”, Mr. Muhammad Ali. If you ever take a few minutes to read some of his quotes, they’re pure power.  I could read that mans quotes for days. Overall, I’ll be doing my best to introduce you all too some good music, hopefully interest you on a few topics, and possibly brighten up your day on the daily. I’ll finish this post with a classic tune to get this blog started off right. Be easy folks, and spread a little of that Northwest Love.