Click This: February 2015

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I love pop culture. I love reading about it. I love being updated about it. I love that I can spruce up any conversation with it. I am not embarrassed to admit that I check out Buzzfeed frequently to see what is the latest 101 on my favorite celebrities, or to take their “What are you” quizzes. (My favorite being the “What kind of Supreme Court Justice are you?” quiz. I always knew that SCOTUS Justice Kennedy and I had a lot in common!)

My Facebook newsfeed is subscribed to a bunch of informational pages that share great articles that I wish everyone I knew read. (Yes. I’m the kind of friend that will send you weird links that remind me of you with the caption “OMG”.) I would like to show you some of the things I check out online.

This week has been insane in terms of pop culture happenings.  From the Grammy’s to new music releases here are some of the links you should click.

Televised Events that are Happening 

Before I get to links of it all, I feel compelled to let you know about all the juicy events that are set to be the talk of pop culture soon.

- Saturday Night Live’s 40th Anniversary Special.

This is a three hour and a half once in a lifetime star-studded event. It’s on Sunday February 15, 2015. It’s going to feature Bill Murray, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Taylor Swift, and many more talented celebrities. The complete list of celebrity performers is via this link http://www.ew.com/article/2015/02/01/whos-performing-snls-40th-anniversary-special)

- Parks and Recreation

This wonderful show is ending. NBC is trying to end it fast. It is scheduled to end on February 24th, 2015. It’s not too late to catch up. Some of the newer episodes are available on Hulu http://www.hulu.com/parks-and-recreation. And, the ones that aren’t there I recommend finding a third-party site or even using the week trial for Hulu Plus because you need to get caught up before it ends. If you haven’t watched this show yet, then I suggest to watch it on Netflix ASAP. Seasons 1-6 are there and they’re amazing and you won’t be disappointed. (Plus the most recent episode was so feminist, I loved it!)

- Film Independent Spirit Awards

This is happening on Saturday February 21 on IFC. Fred Armisen and Kristen Bell are hosting so it is bound to be funny.

- Oscars

Even though their nominations have been extremely controversial, they’re happening on Sunday February 22 on ABC. At least they have a good host this year, Neil Patrick Harris.

-The Breakfast Club

Since it’s the movie’s 30th anniversary, it is coming back to theaters from March 26th to March 30th. And, I am dragging my friends along even though I’ve watched this movie so many times and without the movies’ prices. http://www.ew.com/article/2015/02/12/breakfast-club-returning-theaters-its-30th-anniversary

- Grammy’s

I’m not going to cover Kanye's attempt at interrupting Beck, or Kanye’s shade towards Beck during the Grammy's after party. However, I am going to suggest you read this really important piece from NME. During the Grammy's President Obama, survivor Brooke Axtell's recollections, and Katy Perry's performance were all in theme of condemning the horrors of domestic violence. However, if the Grammy's really want to condemn violence against women, or violence in general, then they need to stop glorifying artists that have participated in domestic abuse. You can read more in the article below.

http://www.nme.com/blogs/nme-blogs/if-the-grammys-wants-to-condemn-violence-against-women-it-should-look-at-the-artists-it-rewards/?recache=7&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=grammys

Galentine’s Day

Galentine’s Day is the wonderful and beautiful holiday that Leslie Knope, from Parks and Recreation, created. It’s the day to celebrate your friendships, whether they be with your friends who are girls or friends who are boys. Even though officially Galentine’s day is on February 13th, doesn’t mean that you can’t celebrate Galentine’s day every day. Get yourself informed on how great this holiday is, and make plans for tomorrow, or next week, or next month, or even next year to celebrate your pals. http://hellogiggles.com/galentines-day

New Music

2015 is a very anticipated year in music. So many wonderful artists are releasing their long awaited follow up t their previously successful albums and they're not disappointing. This week was specially sweet in the artist that released new tunes.

(And, if you want to see which artists to look for this year check out Buzzfeed's 52 Reasons 2015 Will Be The Year For Music Since Ever.)

Florence + The Machine 

(Some aspects of the second video are NSFW)

Florence + The Machine are back! I have been looking forward to this since 2011 after I learned all of Ceremonials by heart. Their new songs are certainly very big on art content. There is no one I trust more with making me feel more cultured that Florence + The Machine.

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift just released the video for her new single “Style” this morning. This video is stunning. It doesn’t need any fancy dancing, or jaw dropping acting. Even though the video reminds of “Back to December”, it is a delightful throwback. The basis of this song was a short story. And, it’s still my favorite song from 1989. 

Kanye West

Aside from the the interview that Kanye gave “E!” after the Grammy’s, Kanye West has been killing it with the anticipation to his new album. I know that not everyone likes or appreciates Kanye’s artistry like I might. However, it’s pretty insane that Kanye has gotten Paul McCartney, Rihanna, and as of yesterday Vic Mensa and Sia to be a part of his upcoming album. He debuted this song yesterday during his fashion show. (Link to song below)
http://consequenceofsound.net/2015/02/kanye-west-debuts-new-song-wolves-featuring-sia-and-vic-mensa-listen/

(The media was also talking about his daughter's tantrum during his fashion show. http://www.buzzfeed.com/elliewoodward/north-west-didnt-have-time-for-kanyes-bullsht-fashion-show#.rg7PQm2DX) 

Kanye also released his new Adidas sneakers design during his fashion show. 

(If you need to remind yourself of reasons to appreciate or even like Kanye please click this link. http://www.rookiemag.com/2014/03/kanye-roundtable/)

Death Cab for Cutie

Death Cab for Cutie are releasing a new album this year, Kintsugi. They just released a new single with a music video that Ben Gibbard, the band’s front man, directed. This is Black Sun.

Calvin Harris featuring Haim

Almost forgot to talk about Calvin Harris's collaboration with fabulous Haim. The song is pretty great. The video's aesthetics please me. And, Danielle's voice is always on point.

Visuals

- Buzzfeed BFF released this wonderful pun for ‘90s kids that love James Franco (AKA me). 

- This is the true tale of the most loving love story of our time. Let's share it with those that we love on Valentine's Day.

- More Valentine’s Day cards that are important to you Bob’s Burger fans. 

http://www.buzzfeed.com/annas31/21-hilarious-valentines-only-bobs-burgers-fans-942y?bffb&utm_term=4ldqpgy#.jeKD0vj35

- If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stressed look at this kitty.
http://i.imgur.com/CYU8JsN.gif

-If you’re not feeling as fabulous and great as you should feel then listen to the motivational words of this penguin.http://24.media.tumblr.com/04ea8c12b48b8fa8b8715a2b8d77c946/tumblr_ml81dvBphx1qc4uvwo1_500.gif

Interesting Links

- So, this guy wrote 121 love songs and counting by using 121 of the most popular Female names. It’s insane! They’re all different. If you're a girl, I dare you to try to find your name there. 
http://www.buzzfeed.com/stephaniemcneal/he-wrote-you-a-love-song#.dkKaY8xkL

- So, this guy drew his girlfriend as all the different Disney Princesses. They're both fans. They're both in love. This is insane!
http://www.buzzfeed.com/javiermoreno/a-man-had-his-girlfriend-drawn-up-as-disney-princesses-for-t?bffb&utm_term=4ldqpgp#.bg6J4z0xY

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Okay, so this is a lot to process. I hope you all click on them and have an excellent month. Happy Keeping Up!

<3

- Vianey

Vianey is a nineteen year old self-identified ranter who can be easily wooed by funny three-dimensional TV characters. When she is not watching sitcoms, bugging her pets, or dancing sporadically she posts every Friday on Kaleid-Eh-Scope.