Before bed yesterday, I got an e-mail from Apple, saying Niall's album was available for download. So I spent my last hour before falling asleep, listening to the album. Get a first impression of the studio versions of the songs, as I've already gotten a first impression of all the songs. I already knew I'd prefer the live versions, because I always do. Studio versions are so refined, and supposedly "perfect", whereas live music is more emotional, in my opinion. That being said, Niall has recorded his album in a way that doesn't stray far away from his live music. Listening to Flicker (the song), I get what he's been saying about it being an emotional one. But I also think it's the one song that sounds the most "live". He consciously decided to have it be simple production, which I appreciate. It was especially beautiful to listen to in the comfort of my bed in the dark. I was hugely surprised and impressed the first time I heard his songs, and they're still impressive. I am having a hard time pointing out a song I dislike, though I clearly like some songs less than others. I just usually have at least one song that I don't like at all. I thought it was gonna be On My Own when I first heard the song, because it reminded me too much of Act My Age by One Direction. I honestly went "oh dear," when they started playing the song. The girl to the left of me seemed super excited, whilst the one to the right was calmer. She was also pregnant, so that might have something to do with it. The silliness and the very prominent "irish" sounds of Act My Age has really put me off. Back in 2014, I described the song as "pirate pop". I still cannot believe they chose to put it on an album. It's actually awful. Although On My Own has a very distinct irish sound of it, it's a far cry from Act My Age, but still manages to be fun. I can also relate to the song, and I love this line: "I wake up at midday and marry my bed". I fell in love with Paper Houses when I heard it live, but I think the recording is a bit off, like he's been standing too far from the microphone, which is a shame. I thought I had said my praises for On The Loose on this blog a thousand of times, but I can't actually find any trace. It was an instant favourite when I first heard it, both due to the lyrics and the funk of the song. Going from This Town to Slow Hands, I wasn't expecting the funk of On The Loose, so it was a good surprise. I was nearly gobsmacked when I first heard You and Me, which also has a great funky sound to it. Someone pointed out that his album is pretty much free of misogyny, that it's a very feminist album. I've always loved Slow Hands for having the girl be in control. I haven't got a certain favourite, I find that I keep thinking one song is my favourite, only to hear another and then decide it's my favourite. It goes on like that. The only thing I kinda miss, is the album having a "start" and an "end". As in when you listen to an album and they have an interlude. That being said, not many do those anymore, but I am the kind of person that appreciates that because I like to listen though the whole album chronologically. I like it when it tells a story. I buy CD's for that reason. Nowadays it feels like owning a CD-player is a bit like having a record-player. Yesterday I finally got around to do some exercise, since I skipped on Tuesday. I tried pushing myself a bit further, which is good. I felt it yesterday, and I feel it today. The weather is supposed to be pretty miserable for the foreseeable future, which isn't exactly inspiring and motivating. I'll try my best, though. I did actually sit down with my exam for a bit yesterday. I have to stop by school today, before I do the trek to my belieber friend. I feel a bit like I've borrowed all of the books in the library, and then I'm gonna borrow more? Guys, the library is a place of magic. Sam Smith is coming to Norway next year, funnily in the same week as Harry Styles and Niall Horan. There's no way I'm not going to try to get tickets for Sam. I can still remember how devastated I was when he wasn't coming to the festival as planned back in 2015. If I get tickets, it'll mean that in a span of four days, I'll be going to three concerts. It's hilarious to me. But also, what a week to look forward to. Right, I ought to go get ready now.
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