March: Top 20 (Part 1)

Welcome to March 2012's music Top 20, which is where I run through the top 20 songs I adored this month. Today we look at songs 20-11, so make sure to check back to find out my number one song of the month! Last Sunday I was lucky enough to get my hands on a ticket for Radio 1 Hackney Weekend! I got a ticket for the Sunday which means I get to see Rihanna headline among others! Therefore I have been rather excited about music the past few weeks and there has been a lot of new releases to get behind, the first batch of which we will begin with...


20. DJ Fresh (feat. Rita Ora) - Hot Right Now

This song was pretty hot this last month and was played incessantly on the radio so there was no escaping it! Upbeat and fun, it put a smile on my face which is all I really want from a good tune!
sunny moves

The Syndicate: S1 Ep1

On TV: Tuesday 27th March 2012

Channel: BBC One 9pm

Episode Type: 1/5

In 1 Sentence: Interesting first episode to what looks set to be a gripping series...

The Syndicate

BBC Summary: Five-part drama by Kay Mellor, following five supermarket workers whose lives are turned upside down when they jointly win the lottery.

Ep1: A supermarket in Leeds is threatened with closure, sending its five staff - Bob, Stuart, Denise, Leanne and Jamie - spiraling into an uncertain future. Assistant manager Stuart Bradley and his younger brother Jamie are forced to take matters into their own hands, with dramatic consequences. Just when it seems that things cannot get any worse, the unthinkable happens - 18 million pounds falls into their laps.

Pramface

On TV: Thursday 29th March 2012

Channel: BBC Three 9pm

Episode Type: Series Overview (6 episodes)

In 1 Sentence: A fantastically funny show which MUST have a second series!

Pramface

BBC Summary: A heart-warming comedy following two unlikely young parents-to-be on a nine month roller-coaster ride.

Being Human: S4 Ep8 - The War Child

On TV: Sunday 25th March 2012

Channel: BBC Three 9pm

Episode Type: 8/8

In 1 Sentence: What does this series’ finale bring?

The War Child

BBC Summary: In this bold series climax, the Old Ones have arrived. The only thing between them and global destruction are our heroes. What needs to be done to save the world?

Ni**as In Paris - Jay-Z & Kanye West

TUNE OF THE DAY #56

This video is absolutely stunning. The first time I saw it I was captivated by how beautiful and artistic it is. It's simple but clever too! I just adore it!

I've since fallen for the song as well. It has been stuck in my head for a solid few days now and with a fantastic video like that I've no problem with sharing it...

White Heat: S1 Ep3 - The Dark Side of the Moon

On TV: Thursday 22nd March 2012

Channel: BBC Two 9pm

Episode Type: 3/6

In 1 Sentence: A gem of an episode - the 70’s bring love and destruction...

The Dark Side of the Moon

BBC Summary: Six-part drama series about the interwoven lives of seven people whose relationships are forged in the white heat of the 60s through to the present day. 

Ep3: In 2012, a fourth former flatmate arrives. In 1973, London is targeted by an IRA bombing campaign. Alan finally makes his long-awaited play for Lilly, while Charlotte's volatile relationship with Jack implodes and she realises she must move on. Orla faces a family crisis that will haunt her for life.

Music Monday #27

Welcome to the last Music Monday this month! It's been a busy week and with the release of The Hunger Games there's been one song circling my head which has reached my number one. There's quite a mix this week so enjoy...
(Remember to click on each of the covers to take you magically to each video!)
5. Nicki Minaj - Starships

Titanic: S1 Ep1

On TV: Sunday 26th March 2012

Channel: ITV1 9pm

Episode Type: 1/4

In 1 Sentence: Drownton Abbey... more than a little disappointing

Titanic: Episode 1

ITV Summary: The Earl of Manton and his family secure passage on the Titanic under a cloud of scandal surrounding his daughter, Georgiana. Meanwhile, there's tension between the English and American staff and crew man Jim Maloney attempts to smuggle his wife and children on board...

Upstairs Downstairs: S2 Ep5 - The Last Waltz

On TV: Sunday 18th March 2012

Channel: BBC One 9pm

Episode Type: 5/6

In 1 Sentence: Packed with action and romance this week - it looks set to be a dramatic finale...

Upstairs Downstairs Ep5

BBC Summary: As 165 Eaton Place prepares for the Annual Servants' Ball, Mr Pritchard enjoys a romance with fellow servant Miss Whisset, and starts to wonder if there is more to life than service. With war looming, Harry has a proposition for Beryl, however, a shock revelation threatens to thwart their plans. Meanwhile, as Lady Persie and Sir Hallam continue their dangerous affair, Sir Hallam is about to discover just how destructive his actions have been.

The Hunger Games

UK Release: Friday 23rd March 2012

Watched in Cinema: Saturday 24th March 2012

Rating: 12A

Genre: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi

Runtime: 2hrs 22mins

Tagline: May the Odds be Ever in your Favour

Katy Perry - Part Of Me

I fought against liking this song yesterday but after haunting me in my dreams last night and hearing it seemingly everywhere today, Part Of Me has found its way into my head.
It's one heck of a catchy song and is definitely my Tune of the Day today!

Indecent Proposal

UK Release: 14th May 1993

Watched on Recorded TV: Monday 12th March 2012

Rating: 15

Genre: Drama, Romance

Runtime: 1hr 57mins

Tagline: A husband. A wife. A millionaire. A proposal

Being Human: S4 Ep7 - Making History

On TV: Sunday 18th March 2012

Channel: BBC Three 9pm

Episode Type: 7/8

In 1 Sentence: The show plunges into darkness as it gears up for the finale...

Being Human

BBC Summary: Tensions run high when Cutler takes Tom firmly under his wing. Annie travels into purgatory to see what the future holds and Hal finds his wicked past catching up with him.

Tropic Thunder

UK Release: 19th September 2008

Watched on DVD: Sunday 11th March 2012

Rating: 15

Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy

Runtime: 1hr 47mins

Tagline: The movie they think they're making... isn't a movie anymore.

Music Monday #26

I was lucky enough to get my hands on both Nero's Welcome Reality album and Chase & Status' No More Idols album this week and so a few of my favourites well inevitably make an appearance in today's list. Lana Del Rey is also still on constant repeat on my iPod but there's something new in there to liven things up too...
(if you want to see the videos - click on the covers!)


5. Chase & Status feat. Takura - No Problem

Bridesmaids

UK Release: 24th June 2011

Watched on DVD: Sunday 11th March 2012

Rating: 15

Genre: Comedy, Romance

Runtime: 2hrs 5mins

White Heat: S1 Ep2 - Eve of Destruction

On TV: Thursday 15th March 2012

Channel: BBC Two 9pm

Episode Type: 2/6

In 1 Sentence: Gaining momentum this week - I’m rather beginning to like it...

White Heat

BBC Summary: Six-part drama series about the interwoven lives of seven people whose relationships are forged in the white heat of the 60s through to the present day. 

Ep2: In 2012, Charlotte is joined by two former flatmates to clear the flat. Back in the late 60s, Lilly faces a terrible personal crisis. And at a violent anti-Vietnam war demonstration Jack and Victor face a challenge that will define their perceptions of each other forever.

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang

UK Release: 11th November 2005

Watched on DVD: Saturday 3rd - Sunday 4th March

Rating: 15

Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime 

Runtime: 1hr 43mins

Tagline: SeX. MurdEr. MyStery. Welcome to the party.

Being Human: S4 Ep6 - Puppy Love

On TV: Sunday 11th March 2012

Channel: BBC Three 9pm

Episode Type: 6/8

In 1 Sentence: Love is in the air as hope and death collide this week...

Being Human

BBC Summary: Annie accidentally kills a cantankerous old neighbour, Tom falls for geek werewolf Allison, and Hal gets his first date in half a century.

Upstairs Downstairs: S2 Ep3&4 - A Perfect Specimen of Womanhood & All the Things You Are

On TV: 4th & 11th March 2012

Channel: BBC One 9pm

Episode Type: 3-4/6

In 1 Sentence: Like an old pair of cozy slippers, Upstairs Downstairs is nice and snug on a Sunday night...

Episode 3  --  Episode 4 

BBC Summary: Ep3: Blanche comes face to face with her former lover when a scandalous novel is published and, when the passion between the pair reignites, begins to consider a life away from Eaton Place.

Ep4: Harry's desire to impress Beryl leads him and Johnny into the world of boxing and, as their big fight draws ever closer, the boys are determined to reign victorious. Upstairs, as she and Sir Hallam drift further apart, Lady Agnes is reacquainted with a familiar face who shows her an exciting world away from 165 Eaton Place; and Sir Hallam makes a dangerous decision which will change his life forever.

This is Spinal Tap

UK Release: 4th May 1984

Watched on Recorded TV: Saturday 3rd March 2012

Rating: 15

Genre: Comedy, Music

Runtime: 1hr 22mins

Tagline: Does for rock and roll what "The Sound of Music" did for hills

Music Monday #25

I've been obsessed with Lana Del Rey this week and am vying towards purchasing her album, thus you may see some bias towards her in today's list! However, there are also some other newbies, so read on and enjoy...
(Click on the covers and you'll be transported to the video...)


5. Lana Del Rey - Blue Jeans (Eyela Beret Bootleg Remix)

What Happens In Vegas

UK Release: 9th May 2008

Watched on Recorded TV: Friday 2nd March 2012

Rating: 12A

Genre: Comedy, Romance

Runtime: 1hr 39mins

Tagline: Get Lucky.

White Heat: S1 Ep1 - The Past Is A Foreign Country

On TV: Thursday 8th March 2012

Channel: BBC Two 9pm

Episode Type: 1/6

In 1 Sentence: A brilliant drama that has potential to be gripping...

White Heat

BBC Summary: Six-part drama series about the interwoven lives of seven people whose relationships are forged in the white heat of the 60s through to the present day. 

Ep1: In 2012, Charlotte arrives at the flat of a recently deceased friend. She was one of seven students who once lived there. Memories are triggered of 1965 when they all met for the first time. Full of idealism and potential they embark on a journey of discovery, love and betrayal.

A Lot Like Love

UK Release: 24th June 2005

Watched on Netflix: Wednesday 8th- Thursday 9th February 2012

Rating: 15

Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Runtime: 1hr 47mins 

Tagline: There's nothing better than a great romance... to ruin a perfectly good friendship.