Amanda Says: On Fangirling and Favorites

So I figured I should probably talk more about my favorite things, so that way when people check me out, there'll be some potential for commonalities. 

My favorite musicians are Wallpaper and Marina and the Diamonds. They're both so good and so unique, which is exactly what I love. Not many people have heard of either, at least that I know, so it can be a downer when nobody can fangirl with me. Speaking of fangirling... I do that. A LOT. It's kind of my trademark. When I love something, I love it hardcore. 

I also love love love reading and writing. English is my life. I'm a communications major, and I plan on going into journalism. The whole reason I started blogging was so that when I apply for internships I will have a basis online, and for practice. If I didn't have a summer job, and I could, I would sit at home and write all day. I love it so much. I do some fiction, but I prefer personal nonfiction and journalism (obviously). One day I want to work either for CNN or for a big magazine in either New York City or California. 

I also love Audrey Hepburn. She is my idol and I only wish I could have met her.  Breakfast at Tiffany's is my favorite of hers, and Roman Holiday is a close second. She is just so inspiring, not to mention classic and beautiful. 

MY OTHER OBSESSIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: 

• Hunter Hayes
• Burgers
• Nutella
• The hipster scene
• New music
• Marching band
• Tumblr, Twitter, Blogging, Facebook, Instagram
• FOOD 
• Writing and reading

Amanda Says: Warped Tour Review!

On Saturday,July 6th, I had the wonderful opportunity to attend the Vans Warped Tour at Darien Lake Theme Park in Buffalo, NY. Being the huge music fan I am, it was one of the best days of my young life so far. 

There were so many bands there, but the primary reason I went was to see electronic/hip hop band Wallpaper. Ricky Reed aka Wallpaper is a spunky, "don't care" artists with catchy, bass heavy songs. My personal favorites are "#Stupidfacedd" and "Hesher". 

The show was fantastic. My friend and I waited and were front row, and the energy levels were soaring. The music was incredible, and the band was very interactive. We even got the chance to sing into the mic! 

After his performance, we waited in line to meet him. I'm a huge fan, and I  fangirled so hard. He even remembered my twitter handle (adberg0816) from the times he's retweeted me. It was one of the best moments a fan could have had. 

For the rest of the day, we checked out bands we didn't know really well. The best one we ran into is called echosmith. It consists of four siblings: 16 year old lead vocalist Sydney Sierota and her 3 brothers. We had never heard of them, but by the end of the set we didn't want it to end! We waited to meet the band and grab a free EP CD, and they were very sweet! We even got a free tote bag! 

The rest of the day was a music lover's paradise. Many performances, chicken fingers, and body painting sessions later, it was time to go. I recommend the Vans Warped Tour to everyone, no matter what genres you listen to. There is literally something for everyone.