song of the day: Koop Island Blues by Koop (ft Ane Brun)

I've realized, since I started writing out my songs of the day, that a lot of my favorite music isn't from the US.

Obviously, I'm just fantastically open-minded.

Today's gem of foreign fabulosity comes to us by way of Europe. Koop Island Blues, by Swedish electronic jazz duo Koop, kind of reminds me of old school black and white movies. It somehow manages to exude mystery, romance, and an undeniable quirkiness.



The song features Ane Brun, a really fantastic singer/songwriter from Norway, whose sweet and sensuous vocals really do compliment the song with an almost palpable texture.

I know that description sounds really pretentious. I'm well aware. Sorry.

Listen to the song and then we'll continue.



Now, some of you might be thinking, "Wait a minute. This song sounds really familiar."

And, if you watch So You Think You Can Dance, you'd be right.

The extraordinary Mia Michaels choreographed a ridiculously amazing dance to this song in Season 5 (featuring Evan Kasprzak and Randi Evans). It was lovely dubbed the butt dance. Watch the video and you'll see what I mean.



Kind of amazing, right? Well that's Mia Michaels for you. I was horrified when she announced that she'd no longer be choreographing for SYTCYD but I guess after 5 seasons it's time to move on.

Still, her genius will be sorely missed.

One of these days I'll write a post about my favorite SYTCYD dances. I'll do it when I miraculously find myself with nothing but time on my hands, no work, no chores, no obligations.

So, yeah, don't hold your breath.

Until next time, lone reader!

[Image via Oxideradio}