Tuesday, 3 April 2012

#AtoZChallenge: The Cardigans


WINNER #01: Over the past two days I received a total of 94 comments. So I went to Random.org and punched the number in. The first winner of my ongoing competition, is lucky number 13! How funny is that, considering that at the end of April there will be 13 winners? Congratulations BEX! Drop me an email to let me know which album you want and I'll send you a download link.
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Today's Post:

The Cardigan's were pretty much the first "pop" group I got into during my chick rock obsession in my late teens, early twenties. This also lead me to try and write more catchy tunes, lyrics and choruses. Not sure I was very successful as I seemed to maintain my PJ Harvey-esque outlook on song-writing, but they certainly taught me how to tone down my work. I finally realized that songs didn't need to be complicated to be good. I still listen to this band to remind myself of this.

Are your favourite songs full of complicated melodies, or simple and catchy hooks? Why do you think that is?




Don't forget to drop by Dawn Ius' blog, my partner in crime, to see her music pick for C.


To see a list of A-Z Challenge hosts and participants, click here. 

To listen to my music click here!

REMEMBER! During the challenge, I will choose a random commenter every two days, to receive a free download of one of my albums. Your choice! That's thirteen winners. How does that sound? Tell your friends! Just comment for a chance to win.

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21 comments:

  1. Unknown3 April 2012 at 12:29

    Ohhhh THANKS! I'm dead chuffed :0)
    Never won anything (except £25 in the UK Premium Bonds, and that was when I was 12!)

    Looking forward to choosing - and see you later!

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  2. Theresa Milstein3 April 2012 at 12:58

    Congrats to Bex! I think they had a song on the Romeo and Juliet soundtrack from the 1990s. Didn't know this song though.

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  3. Mimi3 April 2012 at 13:52

    Congrats Bex!
    I definitely prefer simpler words and melodies, but I think it's a fine line- too simple and it's boring! I like the Cardigans too.
    well done on the A-Z challenge, it's too much for me to commit to, but I'll comment when I can.

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  4. Clare3 April 2012 at 14:36

    I loved "Love Fool" by The Cardigans. Thanks for reminding me they exist.

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  5. RHYTHM AND RHYME3 April 2012 at 14:43

    Loved the song Love Fool, I love all sorts of music and am keen to hear unknown singers to listen to.
    Well done a wonderful C post.

    Yvonne.

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  6. Jenn3 April 2012 at 14:50

    Enjoyed this tune by the Cardigans. When a song strikes me it usually has to do with the beat and rhythm...and then the voice/lyrics. Once in awhile--I'll hear a really unique voice and it will trump all.

    Thanks for sharing :)

    Cheers, Jenn
    http://www.wine-n-chat.com

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  7. S.A. Larsenッ3 April 2012 at 15:52

    I'd probably say I'm more complicated. But seeing how I don't know much about creating music, I'll let you be the judge. lol

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  8. Unknown3 April 2012 at 17:23

    Hello Jessica,

    I am so very much enjoying your blog. I also listened to two of your CDs yesterday and am totally in love with your music and can totally see how PJ Harvey and the Cardigans have influenced you. I am also reminded of Ani DiFranco. I look forward to listening to the rest of your music and purchasing, love it!

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  9. Matthew MacNish3 April 2012 at 18:59

    I was confusing them with The Cranberries until I played the video.

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  10. Simon Kewin3 April 2012 at 19:09

    Yeah, I loved the Cardigans. I love this theme, too - be interesting to see who else you come up with.

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  11. Elana Johnson3 April 2012 at 20:51

    I haven't heard about The Cardigans. I'll have to check them out. Thanks!

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  12. Unknown3 April 2012 at 23:05

    Listening to your album "Melody Hill..." now and LOVING 'Love is a Bitch of a Wine (Whine)' and 'Wash Me Away' - brings out goosebumps!
    Thanks so much - I'm so glad I was lucky 13!

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  13. Cherie Reich3 April 2012 at 23:23

    I haven't heard about The Cardigans either. Sometimes it's nice to be in the mood for uncomplicated, catchy music. :)

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  14. Alex J. Cavanaugh3 April 2012 at 23:47

    Congratulations to Bex!
    I like complicated music - progressive rock. I guess I'm just a complicated dude.

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  15. DL Hammons4 April 2012 at 00:09

    I know the Cardigans! Even have some of their stuff! Yay me! :)

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  16. PR4 April 2012 at 00:25

    When I saw the title I though it was about clothes! Great band, haven't listened to them for a while :)

    Universal Gibberish

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  17. Dawn Ius4 April 2012 at 01:36

    "Love me, love me, say that you love me" - loved the whole Romeo and Juliet soundtrack, but I loved THAT song the most :-) See...I know some of your music :-D

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  18. Unknown4 April 2012 at 02:15

    Oh, I like the Cardigans. I used to listen to them a lot.

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  19. Susan Oloier4 April 2012 at 06:46

    I fluctuate, depending on my mood. This is a great theme, Jessica.

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  20. Sarah Tokeley5 April 2012 at 03:16

    Oh yes, I liked the Cardigans :-)

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  21. Trisha19 April 2012 at 04:01

    My favourite songs vary between being very complex and very simple. A song with two chords can be as meaningful to me as a song with 20!

    The Cardigans have some great stuff, for sure.

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