Valentine's Day... the romance... the music...
I have a confession to make. I have been listening to Yumeji’s Theme for the past week... on repeat... for 8 hours at a time. I realize I have a problem... but it is just sooooooo good.
I'll explain... John and I are going to go to this new restaurant (well, new for us, as we have not been there yet) called Chinatown Brasserie in NYC... I adore dim sum, but I did not want to go to a dive-y restaurant (not that I always care... usually it's all about the food, but looks help... and this time I do care)... So I found this place. They do dim sum day and night (many only do day)... And of course, I went on their website and LOVED the atmosphere. As it is, I am having a fixation with high gloss black paint on many doors in our home, and I love the pic of this restaurant (talk about romantic with the husband!!). And then this theme was playing... and well, I just have the website up to hear the music now... it is a terribly romantic ballad, which was featured in the movie In the Mood for Love... I have not seen the film, but the soundtrack is amazing!!!! I just ordered it from Amazon and can hardly wait for it to arrive! Here, take a listen... It's a mix of instrumental with vocal... Looks very good, as does the movie. (Btw, I had to send the restaurant an email about the song, and Marie was so cute in her response... She not only referred me to the movie and soundtrack, but also mentioned that the movie was actually the inspiration for their restaurant!!)
Some of my other favorites for setting a perfectly romantic tone... There is this series of CD's--(now don't laugh, okay? Well, actually, go ahead and laugh... because I am as I'm getting ready to write the title!)--called FOR LOVERS... I know, could the title be any worse?!?!? Seriously, I cringe as I write it!! But they have put together some of the BEST compilations of artists that I love... There is John Coltrane For Lovers (absolutely beautiful). It has all of his greats on it and also features Jonny Hartman (who I adore! Talk about a great voice...) I just stumbled across the one for Rio... Really, really good Brazilian tunes... the kind that call for dim lights and an outstanding cocktail. I love Brazilian music and have many titles... I think it's perfectly luscious! I love that they put together the entire mix... so great that they make it a no-brainer. Definitely worth checking out if you have a moment... you just have to get past the name, hideous (and maybe the cover)...
Any favorites you are listening to??? I'd love to know, as I am always on the lookout!!!
I'll explain... John and I are going to go to this new restaurant (well, new for us, as we have not been there yet) called Chinatown Brasserie in NYC... I adore dim sum, but I did not want to go to a dive-y restaurant (not that I always care... usually it's all about the food, but looks help... and this time I do care)... So I found this place. They do dim sum day and night (many only do day)... And of course, I went on their website and LOVED the atmosphere. As it is, I am having a fixation with high gloss black paint on many doors in our home, and I love the pic of this restaurant (talk about romantic with the husband!!). And then this theme was playing... and well, I just have the website up to hear the music now... it is a terribly romantic ballad, which was featured in the movie In the Mood for Love... I have not seen the film, but the soundtrack is amazing!!!! I just ordered it from Amazon and can hardly wait for it to arrive! Here, take a listen... It's a mix of instrumental with vocal... Looks very good, as does the movie. (Btw, I had to send the restaurant an email about the song, and Marie was so cute in her response... She not only referred me to the movie and soundtrack, but also mentioned that the movie was actually the inspiration for their restaurant!!)
Some of my other favorites for setting a perfectly romantic tone... There is this series of CD's--(now don't laugh, okay? Well, actually, go ahead and laugh... because I am as I'm getting ready to write the title!)--called FOR LOVERS... I know, could the title be any worse?!?!? Seriously, I cringe as I write it!! But they have put together some of the BEST compilations of artists that I love... There is John Coltrane For Lovers (absolutely beautiful). It has all of his greats on it and also features Jonny Hartman (who I adore! Talk about a great voice...) I just stumbled across the one for Rio... Really, really good Brazilian tunes... the kind that call for dim lights and an outstanding cocktail. I love Brazilian music and have many titles... I think it's perfectly luscious! I love that they put together the entire mix... so great that they make it a no-brainer. Definitely worth checking out if you have a moment... you just have to get past the name, hideous (and maybe the cover)...
Any favorites you are listening to??? I'd love to know, as I am always on the lookout!!!
posted by Tracy Porter Blog
7 Comments:
Hi Tracy, Just want to say that this music was really "moody". There's a vamp in you somewhere! Lookout John!
These are a a couple of favorites for me right now...Michael Buble--"Call Me Irresponsible" and "It's Time." Both are fabulous. I also have recently downloaded a great mix from the Kate Spade site. From time to time she (KS) has mixes that you can download and buy. It's fun to check out the combinations that they have. Many of the selections are unique and wonderful. (Hint, hint....Tracy you might want to check this out. Maybe, something you could do ... Like you need one more thing added to your plate, right!?!?!) HUGS!
Hey CC, I love Michael Buble! I knew we had a lot in common. He is so upbeat. Puts me in a good mood always. Tracy's pic "yumeji's theme is very moody. Reminds me of the theme from Godfather but more oriental. I do think there's a vamp in her when she isn't being an entrepeneur. Way to go Tracy! Hang on John!!
....Artist....She did tell us about the RED LIPS you know!!! Tee hee hee
Tracy, are you MIA? This new site is wonderful and we haven't heard from you. Hello, anyone home?
Hi, hi.....I am here........I have been in NewYork for the past few days...and you know I don't do the blackberry,....i am on the lookout for a notebook, laptop...something light and lovely ( if anyone is using one that they love do tell) I checked out a few online that are ooptions.....I can't just use my thumbs....I need to get at it a wee bit more!.... so I can blog with you while I am on the road... I will jump i here on a few notes...WOW ! You girls are busy! I was so excited to come into the studio this morning to see all this good action! I spoke with my mom this morning who needs to get in here and blog some more! Hello NETTIE!!! ....and she was checking on the the blog b/4 I was able to!! So......sounds like you liked the music....it really is sexy....vampy....prrr!! Good with the red lips!..........I I did go to the Chinatown brasserie BTW....while on our trip....and while the interior is smashing......they were playing hip-hop.....which was awful with their amazing decor....fine in the Soho Grand lobby...........but also...the food was merely mediocre at best....too bad. I would say nice for a drink, but then move on. I just wanted dim sum so badly in a great looking place........ I am going to jump in at the top and make my way down.....see ya on the flip side!
xoxo
Hi Tracy, So sorry to hear the Chinatown brasserie was a disappointment. Why is it that the dives always have the best food? When a place is stylish beyond belief the food fails. Is it so hard to do both if that is your business? I felt let down just reading about it. Better luck next time.
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