"Just as drowning cannot be equated with swimming, mere existence is not the same as abundant life. We have been offered a new way to live - a new way to be human."
-Jon Foreman (lead singer of Switchfoot)
This song talks about love and you can hear for yourself that this is probably one of those tunes that you have never heard of but is a 'hidden gem' of a song. The range of the singer's voice in this song is captivating and it is so straight forward that it makes you want to sing a long. Check it out :)
Christmas! bonus song: "Baby Please Come Home" by Anberlin
Breaking records last year, we had the most snow days I think there's ever been: 11 or 12 I believe...
Here's a documentary of those snow days which I made and students at school were interviewed... enjoy!
It was a great winter and history may repeat itself this year because I heard that back home that again, they had a snow day on the first day of school day in december! Sweet! Gotta love the snow!
This song has kind of a techno voice to it but it's catchy and it is a good song to run to or do sports too... it gives that extra bit of energy... so go crazy!
Jukebox Christmas Jingle: "Sleigh Ride" by Relient K
--From their Christmas album - Let it Snow Baby...Let it Reindeer. I like their take on Christmas songs, I recommend this cd for all those that want to rock out to their favourite Christmas classics... Hooray for animation!
Now that snow has arrived... check out this video I took in March 2008 down in the field by my house: it is my friend doing a catwalk with his snomobile. Sweet stuff, eh?
This week's Jukebox Pete brings to you two songs (a Christmas song as a bonus)
Jukebox Pete: "Old Fashioned Girl" by Jaydee Bixby Up first is the Jukebox Pete's first ever country song to be featured and it comes from an artist who is the same age as myself (18). He came second on the Canadian Idol competition last year and this past summer he released his debut album which has been a success! His singles "Old Fashioned Girl"(song featured) and "Boys in the Band" have climbed the charts! This guy is young and has a long career ahead of himself. I did have a ticket for his concert (he was to play across the street from where I live), but for some unknown reason it got cancelled... someday I would like to go to his show and be entertained.
Jukebox Pete Christmas Countdown: "Christmas Shoes" by F.M. Static
As Christmas is coming in just weeks, a bonus Christmas song will be featured. I have some great songs to share with you and I hope you enjoy this one. And if there is any song out of all the Jukebox Pete songs that you would like, I can send you the MP3 if you ask me.
I thought I would comment on tonight's fight (UFC 91):
So tonight I went to a local bar/restaurant and watched the big match between the UFC Hall of Famer, Randy Couture, and The Brock (Lesnar). So I cheered for Couture because he's the underdog in the situation: Lesnar has 6 inches of reach on him, Lesnar weights 45 lbs more than him, and Lesnar is 31 (14 years younger than him). Couture's advantage? His experience and smart gameplay... That took him til round 2 where He got a blow to the back of the head, which knocked him to the ground and Lesnar layed the beats... the End... Lesnar wins in round 2 and ties the record of his opponent for winning Heavyweight Championship in his fourth fight.
This is the beginning of the Lesnar Era... but is it the end of Couture? At age 45, Couture may be finished... we shall see!
Here's a video of one of my favourite UFC fighters--- George St.Pierre
This week's song comes off Relient K's "Two lefts don't make a right...but three do" cd. This song is a shout-out to all those in university or college. ENJOY!
This past thursday night I hopped on a bus with 14 other students and we went to a mystery destination... all of a sudden we were approaching Toronto and had no idea where we were going or what we were doing... all we knew was that it was suppose to be fun.
We ended up at Scooter's Roller Palace in Missasauga! crazy! It was old school roller skating! It was my first time and it was actually a good time. It took a while to get the hang of it but I recommend for you to go out and try it sometime.
Here's a video of a pro roller skater showing off his moves... who knows? Maybe someday that could be you or I doing that.
Check out some hoop shooting that was done in part to raise money for the Heart & Stroke Foundation... Hoops For Heart.
This event took place at my high school on October 31st, 2007. Check out the basketball action! As it was Halloween, the 3 on 3 basketball teams were dressed in various costumes and the tournament was a success.
Jukebox Pete is coming at you with two songs this time because I missed last week's (sorry)...
First Song: "Fly Away" by the Grits (featuring Mac Powell)
I appreciate all kinds of music and I haven't featured a hip/hop/rap/r&b type of song yet and I've been listening to this song a lot lately and just thought I would share it! The singer from the band Third Day sings it as well and it really just might give you goosebumps or make your soul warm up. Enjoy it and tell me what you think!
Second Song: "New Way to be Human" by Switchfoot
Another type of song I have not featured is the song of which I got the title for this blog from: New Way to be Human. New Way to be Human is the title track from Switchfoot's third album and was rewritten almost 50 times until the lead singer, Jon Foreman, was satisfied.
Each year at high school there was an all day floor hockey tournament and last year when I was in my final year, the team I was apart of won! With no delay, here is "Team Dynasty" the movie preview:
Jukebox Pete: "A Little Bit Longer" by the Jonas Brothers
I know you may have predetermined thoughts about this band but it's a cool sentimental song. The youngest brother, Nick Jonas, found out he had diabetes and eventually resulted in this heartfelt song. This is also the title track of their latest cd.
Halloween is coming soon... are you excited? I don't get all the hype, but I guess it's fun to dress up and eat candy. A lot of it to me seems to be demonic and there are people out there that take this night seriously; it is kinda scary. Don't be scared though, just be safe and have fun.
Here's an alternative that my home church did last year: "Heroes Unmasked" . Kids came dressed up in their costumes to the church to play games and get tons of candy.
Jukebox Pete presents this week... "High Life Scenery" by The Rocket Summer I couldn't find it on the internet to put on here so I put some random clips that I have from video camera to the song real quick, perhaps for your viewing pleasure or not... the song's the main focous here though, so I hope you enjoy!
A little info about the band: it's a one man band. He does all the instruments, write the songs, and sings! He's Christian by faith and his music has lots of meaning in the songs. This is one of his fun songs that's up beat and piano-driven.
Checkout this prank that some of the OVPC staff decided to pull during Kids Camp... would you be scared? (starring: Hilary Faught, Thomas Stringer, Amanda Hutchinson, Peter Hewitt, Burton Ward, Brady Ward)
This weekend is Thanksgiving here in Canada and I thought I would just post something about it because I, myself, am really excited for it. Two days ago I took the bus to church and as I walked from the bus drop off to the church, I just thought of how thankful I am to have the freedom to walk the streets here in Canada and carry a Bible. For some countries it would be death!
This is a little bit off topic but the Canadian election is next week and it is the first time I am able to vote and I am registered and ready to submit my ballot! Vote Conservative: Keep Harper in! I am thankful for the leadership that the country has right now and I hope it's kept the way it is...
I am excited for this weekend because it will be the first time in 9 years that my family has been together on Thanksgiving weekend. I am thankful for my family and my friends. They are the people I love the most and can always have a good time with. In everything, though, I give thanks to the Lord for I am nothing without Him and it is this life that He has given me and He has given me so much. I hope everyone enjoys their weekend and word of advice: don't over eat.
Here's Napoleon Dynamite to tell you how to prepare some food for Thanksgiving:
Jukebox Pete presents the Song of the Week: This week's song is 'There Will Be A Day' by Jeremy Camp. This song has a yearning and talks about the hope we have in Jesus and that someday we will have peace and be rid of our burdens and see Jesus face to face. This song means a lot to me because my beliefs are so well connected with what the song is saying. Check it out! This song will be on Jeremy Camp's new cd coming out in november.
Here's a preview for a new blockbuster hit: Airsoft One. A new movie starring Aaron Hobbs, Thomas Stringer, Jonathan Jackson, Hilary Faught, and Brady Ward.
Here's a short clip from the unedited / unfinished movie--but it's in the works, you know-- and you can see for yourself that this action adventure flick will be worth microwaving at least one bag of popcorn for.
So here comes a new feature: Jukebox Pete. I'll post a song that is absolutely amazing or cool and you can check it out each week. You may have never heard of the song but that's under the radar talent for you...
This week's Jukebox Pete: Light On by David Cook
This new song coming off of David Cook's debut cd in November is the first single and I think it is amazing. The chorus is great Cook's raw-angst grabs you in... can't wait for the whole cd. Check it out!
David Cook - Light On Lyrics
Never really said too much Afraid it wouldn’t be enough Just try to keep my spirits up When there’s no point in grieving Doesn’t matter anyway Words could never make me stay Words will never take my place When you know I’m leaving
(Chorus) Try to leave a light on when I’m gone Something I rely on to get home One I can feel at night A naked light, a fire to keep me warm Try to leave a light on when I’m gone Even in the daylight, shine on And when it’s late at night you can look inside You won’t feel so alone
You know we’ve been down that road What seems a thousand times before My back to a closing door and my eyes to the seasons That roll out underneath my heels And you don’t know how bad it feels To leave the only one that I have ever believed in
[Chorus]
Sometimes it feels like we’ve run out of luck When the signal keeps on breaking up When the wires cross in my brain You’ll start my heart again When I come along
[Chorus]
Song Information
“Light On” was co-written by Soundgardenm Audioslave front man Chris Cornell and Brian Howes.
Released in United States on September 30, 2008 Recorded 2008 Genre Power ballad, Pop/Rock Length 3:46 Label RCA/19 Records Writers Chris Cornell, Brian Howes Producer Rob Cavallo
So you may watch the video in this post and think it is pointless but it has much purpose. In French class (Fall 2007) we were given plasticine and the task was to make a food product and then promote it with a commercial.
I came up with a script with the requirements in a matter of 14 minutes, give or take... and a good chum of mine, Scott (as seen in the video), gladly helped me out by memorising lines and being apart of it (Thanks Scott!).
It was a success and the class loved it, even though I was very embarassed. That's the history of it for you! Enjoy this Oreo commercial (en francais):
Want to be inspired about life? Ever have trouble or need some kind of purpose of where to go or what to do with your life, maybe this will help you out. Check it out anyways, it's not a waste of time and I will definitely watch this anytime I need a little nudge to live life to the fullest... enjoy!
Just two weeks ago a couple of the Staff of the white water rafting resort, Wilderness Tours, decided to take the leap of faith off the 150 foot tall tower. This included myself and without further delay, here is my jump!
After the Jump: It was amazing! You kind of feel like you're one of those guys from the movies, like James Bond. Getting dipped in the water didn't hurt at all and it was just so unbelievable that it's hard to describe in words. I recommend it for anyone over the age of 18; go out and do it!
History of Adventurama: My neighbor and I made this show entitiled, "Adventurama", and it's kind of random and pokes fun at cheesy love stories and pop culture flicks. Basicly, an average Joe goes on an adventure when he falls in a hole and is rescued by Cindy, the girl of his dreams. A sinister bad guy, Frank, is stirring up dinner and eats people so he's after anyone he can find... Each episode has a new theme song (during the credits) and a new commercial in the middle of it.
Here's me dancing on a treadmill and well, watch for yourself to see what happens...
History on the Video:
After having my video camera for 2 months, a friend and I were hanging out and he decided to film me dancing to a song we had found on youtube. This unedited, raw footage was filmed in February 2007.
I'm just a young guy who wants an outlet to entertain people by posting up some of my own movies, thoughts on music.movies.life.etc., and random good stuff.
Who am I?: I'm a small town guy who has grown up in the Ottawa Valley my whole life and have grown to be a compassionate, daring, and determinate man who loves God so much that it hurts sometimes. I enjoy making movies and entertaining folks. The Great Outdoors is where I spend a good chunk of my time as there is so much to do... I am also the youngest of five boys and have some great friends too. I love my family and friends very much and want to change the world someday. That may sound like an understatement but it can happen. Not too many people really know me all that well, but if there is one thing you should know about me is that I am a man of integrity. Don't be fake, get real and live it!
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