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How To Find and Download Free Music on Amazon

Posted on February 23, 2017 | Filed Under: Music | Leave a Comment

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Whether you’re looking to download some free music to listen to while in your car or exercising at the gym or simply relaxing outdoors, then Amazon should be your first stop.

When you go to download free music on Amazon, you’ll find hundreds of songs that range from traditional to contemporary in style. Whether you like jazz, pop, classical or reggae there is bound to be something for everyone.

Furthermore, downloading free music on Amazon is completely legal, because they have permission direct from the artists.

How To Find Free Music On Amazon

The availability of free music on Amazon changes daily. So, here’s a guide as to how find and download free music on Amazon.

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Seal’s Newest Album ‘7’ Triggers Memories of Unrequited Love

Posted on November 12, 2015 | Filed Under: Music | Leave a Comment

I participated in the 7 album review program as a member of One2One Network. I was provided an album to review, but all opinions are my own. #Seal7 #O2O

I am a product of the early 90’s. So is Seal. Ever since he came on the music scene with his Top 10 hit ‘Kiss From A Rose’, I have been a fan. His beautiful, yet raspy like voice, serenades the listener to a higher plane. Seal’s newest album ‘7’ is no different. It reminds me of his past R&B style albums. Hence, ‘7’ is a return to the Seal of the nineties when he created polished albums with high quality tracks from start to finish.

‘7’ addresses the breakdown of Seal’s marriage to world famous model Heidi Klun. You can painfully hear the sadness in Seal’s voice during the opening ballad ‘Daylight Saver’ when he sings,

You and I were like the weather
You and I, like sun and rain
White flag I surrender
Maybe now we’ll find a way
But we’re not still together

Seal explores all the ups and downs, the nuances and every aspect of love in ‘7’. ‘Every Time I’m With You’ personally triggered a memory for me of when I was in a past relationship, but the feelings were not mutual. Back and forth we went for years in a roller coaster of emotions, until finally I pulled the plug. That’s how much I relate to the lyrics of the song.

Thankfully ‘Life on the Dancefloor’, picks up the tempo a bit more and reminds me of kicking off my shoes and dancing with my now husband of 13 years at my wedding. The upbeat rhythm is just enough to inspire you to dance, but not too intense that you want to sit it out! It is the best moment on the album.

Track List:

1-Daylight Saving

2-Every Time I’m With You

3-Life on the Dancefloor

4-Padded Cell

5-Do You Ever

6-The Big Love Has Died

7-Redzone Killer

8-Monascow

9-Half A Heart

10-Let Yourself

11-Love

Seal’s ‘7’ is available now nationwide on Warner Bros records. It is one album you will definitely want to download and ponder.

GIVEAWAY: Disney’s Hop To The Music Collection + Review

Posted on March 23, 2015 | Filed Under: Giveaways, Music | 19 Comments

I received the Hop To The Music pack as a member of the Entertainment New Media Network. No further compensation was received and all opinions are my own. This post may also contain affiliate links.

I live in a part of California where there are bunnies bouncing everywhere in Spring. So when Disney’s Hop To The Music Collection arrived in the mail, it was the perfect opportunity for our family to turn on some music and hop to the beat!

All of Disney’s Hop to the Music titles are great items to include in Easter baskets. Typically, for Easter I only put in one item and a chocolate bunny. I don’t go all loco around Easter, because I believe the emphasis should be on the true meaning itself.

Therefore, Disney’s Hop To The Music Collection is a happy medium. The music will get your kids up and moving instead of devouring loads of candy and having a sugar high afterwards!

Because we are big Disney Junior fans in our house, DJ Shuffle 2 was naturally our favorite CD in the series. As we were driving around in the car listening to it, my kids came up with their own “Guess what Disney Junior show this song is from?” game. It was cute to listen to them spew out different answer. Most of the time they were right too!

DJ Shuffle 2 track list:

1. Get Up! Jump Up! DJ Shuffle! (Parry Gripp)

2. Way Out (Miles from Tomorrowland Theme)

3. Get Up and Dance (Sheriff Callie and Minnie Mouse Version)

4. Play With Us (Sofia the First)

5. In Your Paws (Sofia the First)

6. Believe in Your Dream (Sofia the First)

7. Ghostly Gala (Sofia the First)

8. Two by Two (Sofia the First)

9. Once Upon a Time (Jake and The Never Land Pirates)

10. Destroy the Book (Jake and The Never Land Pirates)

11. London Ahoy (Jake and The Never Land Pirates)

12. Remember Peter Pan (Jake and The Never Land Pirates)

13. Wendy’s Song (Jake and The Never Land Pirates)

14. If You Got the Hiccups (Doc McStuffins)

15. Rockin’ The Right Note (Doc McStuffins)

16. Hallie Hippo Happy Hour (Doc McStuffins)

17. Forever Friends (Doc McStuffins)

18. I Can’t Cuddle (Doc McStuffins)

19. The Spotlight (Sheriff Callie)

20. Gotta Pick ‘Em Fast (Sheriff Callie)

21. Apology Song (Sheriff Callie)

22. No Gold in Tricky Mine (Sheriff Callie)

23. You Go Well Together (Henry Hugglemonster)

24. Everybody’s Good at Something (Henry Hugglemonster)

25. Knit it Up (Henry Hugglemonster)

26. Play By the Rules (Henry Hugglemonster)

27. Way Out (Miles from Tomorrowland Theme)

28. Believe in Your Dreams (Sofia the First)

29. If You Got the Hiccups (Doc McStuffins)

30. Once Upon a Time (Jake and The Never Land Pirates)

Frozen The Songs

Our family owns the movie Frozen and Field Trip Girl often plays with her Elsa and Anna dolls. So it was nice add the music CD Frozen The Songs to our Disney collection.

Frozen The Songs is chopped full of all the classic Disney songs that spin around in your head when you think of the movie. From Let It Go to Do You Want to Build a Snowman to For The First Time in Forever, Frozen The Songs is bound to be a repeat play in our collection too.

Frozen The Songs track list:

1. Frozen Heart

2. Do You Want to Build a Snowman?

3. For the First Time in Forever

4. Love Is an Open Door

5. Let It Go

6. Reindeer(s) Are Better Than People

7. In Summer

8. For the First Time in Forever (Reprise)

9. Fixer Upper

10. Let It Go (Single Version)

Into the Woods Deluxe Edition

My family loves musicals! We have enjoyed several of Disney’s Broadway musical productions such as Beauty and The Beast and The Lion King. So after Field Trip Boy and I listened to Into The Woods Deluxe Edition CD, we were hoping that Disney turns this wonderful movie into a Broadway show.

Into the Woods Deluxe Edition features 20 songs from the film and the score, which includes songs from the original stage musical, ‘Finale/Children Will Listen,’ ‘Giants in the Sky,’ ‘On the Steps of the Palace,’ ‘No One Is Alone’ and ‘Agony,’ among others.

Starring Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, James Corden, Anna Kendrick, Chris Pine and Johnny Depp, Into The Woods is a modern twist on several beloved fairy tales, intertwining the plots of a few choice stories and exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. (source: amazon.com)

Deal alert! If you purchase Into The Woods Deluxe Edition on Amazon you get a FREE MP3 version of this album.

Guardians of the Galaxy Awesome Mix Vol. 1

This Thursday I plan on taking Field Trip Boy to see Marvel Universe LIVE! at the Honda Center in Anaheim. He is super excited and so am I! And guess what I will be playing while driving there? Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Awesome Mix Vol. 1.

“Guardians of the Galaxy Awesome Mix Vol. 1 is the collection of songs featured in the film. Music plays a major role in GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY as the 1970s songs featured in the film are part of the storyline in a unique way. Explaining how the songs come to play in the story, director James Gunn says, ‘One of the main story points in the movie is that Quill has this compilation tape (Awesome Mix #1) that he got from his mother before she died that she made for him. It was of songs that she loved, all songs from the 1970s, and that’s the only thing he has left of his mother and that’s the only thing he has left of his home on Earth. He uses that as a connection to his past and to the sadness that he feels of having left all that and lost all that.” (source: amazon.com)

Bonus deal! If you purchase Guardians of the Galaxy Awesome Mix Vol. 1 on Amazon you will receive a FREE MP3 version of the album.

Now it’s your turn to enjoy all of this great music! Enter to win your very own Disney’s Hop To The Music pack!

If it comes to this blogger’s attention that the winner of this giveaway has won on an additional blog for this same prize, this blog reserves the right to choose another winner.

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All of this fantastic Disney music can be found in the new Disney Music Emporium.

Happy Easter!

Jilleen

Disclosure: All photos copyrighted and used by permission from Walt Disney Records. All points of view are my own.

Giveaway to “A Tribute to the Music of Johnny Cash” festival in Ventura!

Posted on June 3, 2014 | Filed Under: Family Outings in Ventura, Father's Day, Field Trips In Ventura, Giveaways, Music, Uncategorized | 5 Comments

THE REVIVAL ROADSHOW’S

“A TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF JOHNNY CASH” FESTIVAL IN VENTURA

Do you have a special nickname for your dad or a cute phrase for him? In our home, our children simply call their father “dad”. Original, I know! However, this Father’s Day I am determined to spice it up a bit and teach my children how to say “dad” in a foreign language.

Here are just a few of the translations I found for the word “dad” online:

Yiddish : tatti ; tay ; foter ; tateh

Spanish : papá ; viejo ; tata

Swahili : baba ; mzazi

Norwegian : pappa ; far

Mandarin Chinese : baba

Latin : pater ; papa ; atta

Korean: abonim, aboji, appa

Italian : babbo

Hungarian : apa ; apu ; papa ; édesapa

Czech : táta, otec

Arabic : babba ; yebba ; abbi (classical)

Afrikaans : vader

Which translation do you prefer? Either way, it’s time that our family gets busy and start making plans for Father’s Day weekend.

One of the top Father’s Day events in Southern California is the 6th annual ROADSHOW REVIVAL’S “A Tribute To the Music of Johnny Cash!”

The festival will take over the grassy fields at the beachfront Ventura County Fairgrounds on Father’s Day weekend – Saturday, June 14, 2014 – 10 West Harbor Blvd. Ventura, CA 93001.

This year’s event will feature, popular outlaw country, rockabilly, bluegrass and Johnny Cash tribute bands plus hot rods, custom cars and motorcycles, Johnny Cash memorabilia, food & beverage, a kid’s corral and scores of vendor with unique offerings and collectibles.

Unique to this festival this year is the chance to take a Johnny Cash Sightseeing Tour; visit Johnny’s Ranch House in Casitas Springs; his office in Downtown Ventura; the trailer park he bought for his parents in Oakview; the church he attended and where he met the Reverend Floyd Gressett, the man who arranged the infamous Folsom Prison concerts. For questions about the tour e-mail partnerships@roadshowrevival.com

Tickets to the Roadshow Revival are available online; all performances and activities included. Discounted tickets are available with Promo Code “RSR2014AFC” until June 13, 2014. For more information, including bands and performance schedule, please visit www.roadshowrevival.com.

Great news! The Roadshow Revival is hosting a GIVEAWAY FOR SIX TICKETS to the music festival on our site.

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Happy Father’s Day!

Jilleen

DISCLOSURE: This is a sponsored giveaway. All opinions and points of view are our own. Images used by permission. Giveaway is open to U.S. Residents only. No purchase necessary to enter. One winner per household. Everyone has an equal chance to win, however, you must enter to win. Winners will be randomly selected via RaffleCopter and notified via email. No cash value. Winners will have 24 hours to claim their prize or a new winner will be selected the same way. Several different ways to earn entries. Not liable for unclaimed prizes.

Best Of: Mother’s Day Events in Southern California

Posted on May 5, 2014 | Filed Under: Aquariums, Art, Children's Classes, Children's Museums, Family Outings in Orange County, Family Outings in Riverside, Family Outings in San Diego, Family Outings in Santa Barbara, Holiday Events, Mother's Day, Music | Leave a Comment

MOTHER’S DAY EVENTS IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

My Mother, my friend so dear
throughout my life you’re always near.
A tender smile to guide my way
You’re the sunshine to light my day.
Author Unknown

Did you know that May 11, 2014 marks the 100th Anniversary of Mother’s Day? In 1914, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson helped launch the national holiday with the stroke of a pen on a proclamation.

Today in Southern California there are numerous events that help us celebrate this time honored tradition!

From the Mother’s Day 5K in San Diego to the Elegant and Enchanting Rose Garden Tour in Orange County, there’s bound to be at least one event to please the mother or grandmother in your life.

Read more here: http://www.sunherald.com/2014/05/03/5544705/hallmark-celebrates-100th-year.html?sp=/99/160/#storylink=cpy

To help you out, SoCal Field Trips has compiled a list of over 20 Mother’s Day events for your perusal!

All of these events take place on Sunday, May 11, unless otherwise noted. Please visit each individual website for pricing and reservation information.

LONG BEACH

Mother’s Day Pottery Painting Bagel Brunch at Earth Arts. Bring your Moms, Aunts, Grandmas, and create beautiful memories and beautiful pottery together this Mother’s Day. Add some of your children’s handprints and fingerprints to mugs, plates, or platters. $5 per person which includes a complete bagel brunch, coffee, juice, milk and deserts.

Show your mom she deserves the best with a visit to the Aquarium of The Pacific for an amazing day celebrating her! Delight in their decadent brunch and explore the wonders of the Pacific Ocean. Pricing includes Aquarium admission. Reservations required.

LOS ANGELES

Make a pretty soap to take home to the loved one in your life this Mother’s Day at Kid’s Space Museum in Pasadena. Ages 6 – 9.

Treat your mom to a lovely brunch at the American Girl Place and then wander the American Girl world together. Reservations required. Ages 3 and older. $22 per person.

FREE Admission to Zimmer’s Museum in LA on Mother’s Day! Kids, bring mom in to create special gifts and spend a wonderful day together.

Mother’s will be feted by Patina Catering in the Blue Ribbon Garden at the gleaming Disney Concert Hall in LA. Belgian Waffle Bar, Vienna Style Fried Chicken, Free Range Scrambled Eggs, Farmhouse Cheese Quiche and Honey Glazed Ham, will be complimented by a plethora of salads, breakfast pastries and desserts. House wine included. Seating is at 9:30 am and 12:30 pm. Advance reservations required.

ORANGE COUNTY

On May 10, take an Elegant and Enchanting Rose Garden Tour hosted by The Rose Society of Saddleback Mountain.

Now through May 11, The Irvine Regional Park is offering FREE train rides for all mothers and grandmothers. Plus FREE admission to The OC Zoo.

Don The Beachcomber in Huntington Beach is featuring 2 LIVE Polynesian Shows and a free gift for all Moms! Brunch includes a tasteful variety of traditional offerings such as Make-Your-Own-Omelet, Macadamia Nut Pancakes, Salmon, Carving Stations, Snow Crab, Salads, Pastas and Fruit as well as a delicious assortment of dessert and Hawaiian Shave Ice!

FREE Mother’s Day Fest at the Orange County Museum of Art in Newport Beach. Admission and parking are both FREE. Enjoy special handmade presents just for mom and live music by Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards. This event is a proud partner in Art Orange County’s Imagination Celebration.

Attend the Mother’s Day Mystery Quilt event with Larene Smith at the Piecemakers Country Store in Costa Mesa. Have a special Mother’s Day with Larene as you take on a mystery block to create a small table topper! All levels of experience welcome. Pre-registration required. More class information can be seen on their website under Classes/Quilting.

RIVERSIDE / SAN BERNARDIO COUNTIES

On May 10, attend a special Paris inspired floral workshop at The Studio in Rancho Cucamonga. The workshop includes enjoying Mimosas and delicious cupcakes, while creating a compote style floral arrangement using lush florals, custom balloons, confetti and tassels to adorn your floral arrangement gift. You will walk out with a beautiful, creative, and personalized floral + gift that is perfect for mom or any loved one to enjoy. Registration is limited to 15 attendees only.

Attend a special Mother’s Day Live Jazz & Clean Comedy Brunch in Upland. Featuring a wonderful Jazz band, Clean Comedians and an All-you-can-eat brunch buffet.

Express your love and appreciation by treating Mom to an exquisite Champagne Brunch at the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside. Enjoy their extraordinary buffet including traditional favorites and delicious dessert selections in one of the area’s most elegant and picturesque settings.

Take your mother to Duck Pond in Temecula to enjoy an afternoon picnic together. Bring the grandchildren too!

SAN DIEGO

On Saturday, May 10, Polaris Art Studio for Kids and Solare Italian Restaurant are teaming up to bring moms and kids together for a morning of art and baking in honor of Mother’s Day. The event includes a one hour baking class at Solare and a one hour art class at Polaris.

Join the 20th Annual Mother’s Day Weekend Art & Garden Tour hosted by Off Track Gallery! On Saturday and Sunday, May 10th & 11th, take your favorite mom on a leisurely tour of several spectacular North County gardens and peek into a few art studios – all brimming with original works by local artists. Free refreshments will be served at every stop.

Participate in the second annual Mother’s Day 5K benefiting the San Diego Rescue Mission. This is a great way to kick off Mother’s Day with a healthy start before taking Mom out to brunch. Mother’s Day 5K is open to everyone from elite runners to casual walkers.

Attend the San Diego Botanic Garden’s famous Chocolate Festival on May 10. Enjoy dozens of delectable chocolate tastings, demonstrations, a chocolate fountain, and more. This family-friendly event also features children’s activities and a variety of Mother’s Day gifts. “Tasting” tickets will be sold on site.

SANTA BARBARA

Celebrate Mother’s Day at The Santa Barbara Zoo! The first 500 moms in attendance will receive flowers and a souvenir. A special Mother’s Day photo opportunity is available too. Animal keeper talks that day will focus on mothers in the animal world. How cute!

Enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch & Kids’ Kitchen Station at The Bacara Resort & Spa. Chef David Reardon’s extensive Champagne Mother’s Day Brunch will feature specialty omelets, assorted seafood and sushi, prime rib, farmers’ market fruits and vegetables, a special children’s menu, decadent desserts and more. To make the day extra special, Bacara will set up a Kids’ Kitchen station where children can help prepare made-to-order pancakes for their moms.

So there you have it! A list over 20+ Mother’s Day events taking place across the southland in 2014.

And from our family to yours….

Happy Mother’s Day!

Jilleen

Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are our own. Images are used by permission.