A Christmas Weekend Picnic

 Everyone is a kid at Christmastime, and I love when new holiday music comes out for the season that makes me have a little fun. Teens in the ‘80’s demanded our favorite bands put a modern spin on Holiday Classics. Over the years, we’ve enjoyed covers and originals from AC/DC, Twisted Sister, Type O Negative and Korn just to name a few. I’m excited since Covid, so many bands are really letting their creativity flow and Holiday tunes are included.

Being from Michigan, I love to promote my Mid-Western peeps and would like to spotlight a band from Minneapolis, MN. Friends who have caught them on the bar scene in the cities tell me they put on a hellava show and say the band is going places. Weekend Picnic released A Christmas Weekend Picnic EP, a must listen!

The EP opens with traditional Deck the Halls with jingle bells, a pause then BAM! Welcome to a heavier version of the classic holiday tune and more. Kinda like the Kool-Aid guy busting through a wall. Yeah, baby!

Weekend Picnic’s own tune, Wish List, is something of an ode to those who were kids in the 90’s and were creating their wish lists. If you were making your list then, you’ll recognize a lot of the lyrics. Listening to the tune will make you nostalgic for being a kid. Who says during the season, you can’t be a kid? Come on head bangers, admit there is always a kid inside of you and often comes out at concerts.

Thank God, they did a better version of “All I Want for Christmas”. I want to hijack every retail store and slip this one and Frosty into their Holiday Playlist. I’ll spend more time in shops. The darker sound in the reimagined Frosty the Snowman is F’ing awesome. I love the light-hearted tempo and vocals with sprinkling of the growls with a hint of dark guitar. Fun stuff!

Wrapping up with “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” shows a softer side of the band. Don’t let the word “soft” fool anyone. While classical music is played the focus is on the rich vocals of Ehren Thomas. While the musicians are the soft glow of a fire, Thomas’ voice will wrap around you like a blanket on a cold winter’s night. This tune is a perfect romantic moment!

Personally, I think this release is not only fun but also shows the diversity of the band. So grab your honey, a few holiday beverages and decorate the tree tonight. Feel like a kid again and end the evening with romance.

The EP is an example of the band's talent and humor. The videos that accompany some of the tunes are a hoot.  Watch on YouTube

A Christmas Weekend Picnic

Listen here : https://distrokid.com/.../week.../a-christmas-weekend-picnic

 

Now through Dec. 8, the band is giving back by donating portions of proceeds to Marine Toys for Tots Foundation for kids in need now through December 8th!

For more information visit: https://weekendpicnicband.com/holiday-giving-2023

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Crow Magic Book 1, Legend of the Spirit series

 Lucy Richards is tired of being timid around men. Hoping to overcome her fears and feel like a real woman, she turns to Madame Eve to find a man who will fulfill that goal. Eve arranges a one-night stand with a handsome Shawnee shaman who will teach Lucy to use her womanly power and take her to unimaginable heights.

Shape shifter Seth Crowe is a Keeper of the Spiritual Law who carries souls from darkness to light, and enjoys using his body to accomplish his magic.

Tucked away in the Castillo Poconos Resort, Seth helps Lucy find spiritual and sexual freedom, never dreaming he might find his own mate in the bargain.

Excerpt:

“I am a man who is yours tonight, Lucy.” He walked toward her with arms out from his sides, exposing his nudity. “Draw on the power within you. Look at me. Overcome your apprehension of men. Have I not shown you gentleness?”

 

She nodded and approached him while tugging the strap of her sundress.

 

“Keep your dress on. Take it off when you are ready. This night is about you. Explore my body, learn from it, and take whatever you want. You are in control.”

 

He led her to the center of the blanket and faced her. She stood still with her fingertips resting on his waist. Cupping her face, he lost himself in her eyes.

 

“I am your instrument to use tonight. Open yourself up and delve into this opportunity I offer. I am yours to command. Do you understand what I’m saying?”

 

“I think so.” She considered his offer. “What do I do?”

 

“Follow your feminine intuition.” He couldn’t hold back a chuckle. “Touch me, tickle me, beat me, kiss me, bite me, lick me, suck me…whatever you want. Take whatever you need from me to strengthen you.”

 

In the moonlight, an endearing, innocent blush spread across her face. Amazing how a woman who lived her life in fear caused by abuse could be so naive of her own sensual power. If she knew her potential, she could bring him to his knees.

 

Please, bring me to my knees.

 

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Celebrating Love With Metallica

Romance doesn't need to be a dinner by candlelight or a romp in front of the fireplace. Romance can be loud and obnoxious. 

Metallica performed recently on Ford Field here in Michigan. Several couples purchased tickets as their anniversary gift to each other. It didn't matter they were surrounds by a kazillion people, they only had eyes for each other and the musicians on stage of course. 

Did you know the traditional gift for the 1st Anniversary is PAPER? Therefore concert tickets make a perfect gift (even if they are all digital now days.) Concert tickets make for a romantic stocking stuffer too.