Tag: Oregon

  • Song 25: Songs That Are Full of Memories

    Song 25: Songs That Are Full of Memories

    “Respect” by Aretha Franklin Written by Amanda I have fond memories of riding with my Mom in the car, when I was about 8 years old, listening to the oldies station and singing at the top of my lungs with my Mom in her old gray Honda Accord. I’d belt out the old hits of… Read more

  • Song 24: Songs For New Beginnings

    Song 24: Songs For New Beginnings

    “From The Sun” by Unknown Mortal Orchestra Written by Amanda This song conjures up feelings of warmth and peace, which might sound crazy, considering the lyrics. I first heard this song in 2015, when I moved to Albany, Oregon. It was my first time being away from home, away from California. I believe I first… Read more

  • Song 23: Songs to Make You Realize That You Aren’t Alone

    Song 23: Songs to Make You Realize That You Aren’t Alone

    “I’ll Be Your Mirror” by The Velvet Underground Written by Amanda This song was first sent to me by one of my good friends during a particularly rough time in my life. I’ll be your mirror. I don’t know that I’ve ever heard a song with a message more loving than this. It’s simple really,… Read more

  • Song 22: Songs to Sing While No One Is Watching

    Song 22: Songs to Sing While No One Is Watching

    “Hold Your Head High” by Heartless Bastards Written by Amanda Hold your head high. I don’t listen to this track as often as I used to, but I feel like it’s always there when I need it the most. I definitely can admit to singing this one at the top of my lungs, choking back… Read more

  • Song 21: Songs You Listen to Alone

    Song 21: Songs You Listen to Alone

    “Siren Song” by Bats for Lashes Written by Amanda This was the first song that came to mind when I started to think about my songs for the Five Song Project. “Siren Song” tends to be the song I share the most with people who I think will really listen. It’s always the same instructions,… Read more

  • Assignment 5: Emotional Storytelling

    Assignment 5: Emotional Storytelling

    Name: Amanda R Place: Portland, OR Your relationship to music: creator, music is the conduit to my emotions Industry: Visual merchandising-make things beautiful and masterful multitasker I first met Amanda, through her sister Vanessa, who was featured last week. Amanda has a great eye for photography and takes pictures around her current home in Oregon… Read more