The idea of the following post was the primary motivation to begin a blog. I love the thought of declaring to the hordes of my faithful followers my indisputable opinions of the best (and a few of the worst) of 2008. Of course, these decisions are based solely on my experiences and interests from the year. That's what makes my blog spectacular. Let's begin.
Music
Album of the Year
Yes, we have a tie this year. Anberlin's new album should be no surprise. But The Killers have really impressed me with their newest. Every song is a hit.
Honorable Mentions: John Mayer, Where the Light Is; Journey, Revelation
Best Live Show
The greatest band ever is back. Thanks in large part to new, young singer Arnel Pineda, Journey is as good as ever.
Honorable Mentions: Anberlin, The Brobecks, There For Tomorrow
Yes, she's my sister. And yes, her CD rocks.
Honorable Mention: Craig Blake, A Christmas Dream Come True
Worst Band
I really hate to post a picture of this awful band permanently. I just don't want them staring at me everytime I go to post. So if you have to know which demonic, grimy group I'm talking about, click here and prepare to shield your eyes.
Honorable Mentions for worst bands are still being determined. Feel free to make suggestions.
Movies
Best Movie
Most of my family will disagree entirely. But Christian Bale has made himself the best Batman and Heath Ledger's performance was tremendous.
Honorable Mentions: Wall-E, Iron Man, and - why not? - Kung Fu Panda
Worst Movie
Again, my family will disagree entirely. But I give you three words to justify my choice: Pierce. Brosnan. Sings.
Honorable Mention: Enchanted (yes, I know it came out in 2007, but it was just that bad)
Best Movie Soundtrack
The movie featured a great original score by Harry Gregson-Williams, and some really impressive new songs by Regina Spektor, Oren Lavie, Switchfoot, and Hanne Hukkelberg.
Honorable Mention: Mamma Mia! (it is ABBA, after all)
Miscellaneous
Best YouTube Video
These British children will steal your heart. And your cat.
Worst Company
I feel it is my duty as such an incredibly influential person to warn the masses of this company from hell. For just one example of what a horrible business this is, please see this Long Personal Rant.
4 comments:
I'd like to thank the Academy for this great honor. It was really just a privilege to be nominated. I'd like to thank my hairdresser's brother's cat's uncle and my sister's cousin's best friend's neighbor's mom. Wait! don't start the music yet...
Don't forget you need to add worst company. You must warn your thousands of adoring fans!
Dan Kennard! Stop giggling you're making me uncomfortable! I'm flippin excited for Saturday!! And I'm excited you have a blog that's pretty dang cool!
ok so I admit it when I commented before I just scanned over your post. But I just read it and it's hilarious. I like reading your opinion, or hearing it for that matter. SO keep up the posting!! It makes my work day better!
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