Most of my most played music is pretty relaxed this week. The songs below feature Hozier, Keaton Henson, Ibeyi, Daughter, and Lotte Kestner. 1. Arsonist’s Lullaby by Hozier I originally heard this song on Teen Wolf I then shortly became obsessed with it. Join me on my obsession. 2. Lying to You by Keaton Henson I…
Take a moment out of your day and close your eyes to one of Bearcubs’ dreamlike singles. Based in London, England, this producer has over the past few months released some very impressive work and has recently followed it up with his March 18th reveal of Paper Walls. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/196342881″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true”/] A…
Want to know how to draw the most difficult part of the human? Through this video, one can collect a few tips on how to draw faces.
On February 25, I had the incredible opportunity to go to ‘Folk U’, an event held in Festival Hall with the aim of bringing youth into music and expanding their potential in a variety of genres. Entering the small front room, I immediately noticed a wide variety of instruments adding to the warm and friendly atmosphere.…
“I was hanging out with this girl and we realized that we could just buy scrubs, so we bought some. Then we’re talking to the janitor and he didn’t ask to see ID or anything, and we’re like, hey, can you open the janitorial closet? We need something. So he opened it, and just left.…
With Easter coming up, I’m going to show you how to make Rainbow Cupcakes! What You Need: Betty Crocker White Cake Mix Food colouring 1 1/4 water or milk 1/3 Vegetable oil 3 eggs Frosting Instructions: First get all the ingredients you need. Preheat the oven to 350° F Get a bowl and put in…
Recently, I have been interested in whitening strips that are supposed to give you perfectly white teeth and a gorgeous smile. However, after a few strips, I discovered that even though my teeth were whitened, my gums and teeth became very sensitive. Also, I always feel the need to swallow, which is a terrible habit…
{Original Image} At this point in my high school career, the topics of my discussions have boiled down to one thing: the future. What university did I get into? What am I studying in university? What am I going to do after university? What type of job am I going to get? Where am I…
I’m sure you’ve heard Milky Chance’s “Stolen Dance” or Tove Lo’s “Habits” blaring on a radio station or in a clothing store sometime over the course of the last year. You probably listened to Lana Del Ray and Grouplove for the first time in the past year or two, even though they’re veterans of the…
Hi everybody! So in an awful turn of events I like to call Calgary’s weather, there has been a horrible cold going around. Friends, family, countrymen, lend me your ears, for I have found the ultimate cure! Not only is it cheap and delicious, it’s also great for your body. David’s Tea has…
Being an IB student with a crazy cramped schedule, I know firsthand how hard it can be to keep a regimented exercise routine, especially when phys ed is not a course I am taking. However, after enjoying both mental and physical benefits from working out at my local Y last summer, exercise has become invaluable…
Embarrassment can be triggered by a variety of things from a clumsy misstep to an exposed secret. The raw foundation of embarrassment is the negative notation we perceive upon ourselves, when we are forced against the adherence to social norms. Bullying or teasing are among the catalysts to the embarrassment that we may feel. What…
Hello! My name is Kandace and I am a new addition to the Youth Are Awesome Bloggers! It is such an honor to be a part of a group of ambitious youths! After being happily accepted to join this wonderful community, I already had a wide range of blog post ideas I wanted to share.…
As an admitted music snob, I was skeptical when I first heard that the Calgary Civic Symphony was performing a combination of opera and musical theatre greats in their Popera! show. Certainly, doing justice to timeless pieces from operas and musical theatre classics is already challenging individually, but attempting both together in the same performance…
MARKET COLLECTIVE When: March 14 & 15: 10am – 6pm Where: Chinese Cultural Centre (197 1st street SW) Price: $5 for the entire weekend Description: Market Collective is independently based in Calgary to promote local arts and culture and to engage and empower our community towards positive growth. The MC has grown into a community-building…