Several of my friends had complained to me that the kind of music I listen to put them to sleep.
I think I have a somewhat peculiar music taste. Mainly I think I'm not big on music; so I don't like to spend too much money on it; thus I don't have the time nor the sources to explore different types of music.
If I must categorize the kind of music I listen to, I like traditional jazz and solo piano (mainly George Winston). I also like music that showcase the vocalist, with minimal instruments. (Thus jazz vocal with a piano is the best.) I'm not into bands or loud music. It gives me headache. Rock? No way.
Maybe it's the age... for the past year or two, I have become more keen on exploring new things. Last year, after much contemplation, I bought Damien Rice's "O" (because I love the song "The Blower's Daughter"), and it blew me away! It's not the kind of music that I normally listen to but it's one of the best CDs I have. I listened to it for months. (Really!) (Though some of my friends still think this CD put them to sleep!! *Sigh*)
So, this year, I'm feeling even more adventurous! Two months ago, I bought few CDs that I wanted to explore. One of it is U2's All That You Can't Leave Behind. (Rock! Band!) Why U2? Last year I went to another church for Easter service; they ended the service with the song, "All I Want Is You." It brought me to tears. And later I found out it was U2's song. Plus, I have always had good impression of them (also have grown respect for Bono), so I wanted to try their music.
I have been playing this CD for the past week. My immediate like is, "Stuck in a Moment You Can't Get Out Of." What a horrible thing that is! I'm sure we all have moments like this. I'm barely walking out of one, now.
