Tuesday, April 29, 2008

When The Day Met The Night

My day was just made! Seventeen Magazine featured Brendon's summer playlist in the new issue. Here's the list of songs!
The Beach Boys "God Only Knows"
Bob Dylan "I Want you"
Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers "An American Girl"
The Band "The Weight"
Creedence Clearwater Revival "Down On The Corner"
Rolling Stones "Mother's Little Helper"
Spoon "You Got Yr. Cherry Bomb"
The Killers "All These Things That I've Done"
Bright Eyes "From A Balance Beam"
Jackson 5 "I Want You Back"
Queen "Don't Stop Me Know"
Van Morrison "Brown Eyed Girl"
Oasis "Champagne Supernova"

So I know like half of them...and i need to download the other half, ha ha. BUT *my* song that I am in love with is Van Morrison's "Brown Eyed Girl" and to have that show up in his playlist makes me excited! Who would have thought he'd like that song? Seriously! You've gotta CCR "Down On The Corner" too, maybe if i get to meet him this summer i'll sing him a snipplet from the song, ha ha. Yea me and my horrid voice. I think not!

In other news! For those who don't have finals... TRL is having an unofficial Fueled By Ramen day where bands from the labels are going to talk about tours, albums, how bamboozle was, etc! Who will all be there you may ask? I'll tell you!!

Panic at the Disco
The Academy Is...
Gym Class Hereos
The Cab
Phantom Planet
The Hush Sound
Cobra Starship

Too bad i will only be able to watch the beginning because i have my Impromptu final. :( but i'm sure clips will be on youtube...if not i can attempt to tape it at home...but i would love to see it!!! we'll see what happens but be sure to tune in...it should be the best TRL show of the year! lol

Speaking of Fueled By Ramen, I'm sending in my resume to see if I can intern there over the summer. I'm already doing promotions for the label at the Panic concert in 19 days!!!! Maybe they have a spot for me for part of the summer.

On a sadder note, it's rumored that Keltie broke up with Ryan early saturday morning. I feel so bad for him. At the concert he asked the crowd if anyone was single and he replied, me too. so it has to be true. i just don't want him to get really really depressed again. Keltie did alot of things for him...i'd hate for him to do something stupid. Keep him in your prayers.

That's all i have for today! Remember to watch TRL May 5th! Keep Ryan in your prayers. Talk Thurs.

Lys

Thursday, April 24, 2008

Sunflowers - Chapter 14

Heylo! We're getting closer and closer to May 2nd. And even i'll prob be done with this blog by then i'll make sure to post it for yinz!!! And also I'll post my concert review when the time comes :) For now enjoy this next bit of my story!
***
“No, geez I’m sorry.” I apologized to him.
“No worries.” we arrived at church and sat with my grandmother. Afterward we went back to her house for breakfast. She made bacon and French toast sticks. Poor Brendon.
“What time does your plane leave?” my gram asked. I turned to Brendon. He’s the one with all the info,
“It leaves at 4:15.”
“You packed?”
“Nope.”
“Well then you better get cracking.”
“True.” my mother agreed. So we said goodbye to my gram and went to see my other grandparents before heading home to pack. There we said goodbye to my dad and we headed for the airport around 2:00.
“Thank you so much for doing this for me. I really missed my family and appreciated it.”
“So not a problem.” As we waited we made out a little.
“Get a room!” we heard from passer-bys. But it wasn’t just any one; it was Jordan again. How dare he follow me out here! I followed him and slapped him on his arm.
“Ow, what was that for?”
“Following me out here! And screaming that!”
“I’m sorry it was funny and I work out here.” Oh wow. Didn’t know that.
“So why are you with him? You know I’m available.”
“Yes, but I’m living in LA. I’ll see you in another four years.” with that I walked away- back to my Brendon. Soon our plane was home and it was 4-o-clock in LA. We found Brendon’s car in the lot and headed to my place. He carried my luggage in for me.
“Thank you.” I kissed him.
“Lyssa!” Amanda called from the living room. She ran over and gave me a hug. “I’ve missed you so much.”
“Lyssa.” I heard someone whisper at the top of the stairs. It was Kay. She gave me a hug too.
“Hey you!” that was from Kristan in the kitchen. She was on the phone and continued talking.
“I’ve missed you all too! But being home was nice. You’ll never guess who I ran into.” they looked blankly at me. “Jordan.” they gasped. “He asked me why I was dating Brendon when he’s available.”
“He did what?” oops. I forgot Brendon was still standing there. “What did you say?”
“That he was there and I was in LA. Then I’d see him in another four years.”
“Ouch.” commented Kay.
“Brendon, I love you. No old boyfriends or new guys could take your place.” he kissed me.
“Good luck on your first day of work tomorrow. I’ll call you later.” we kissed a little longer before he made his way home.
“What’s been happening here?” I asked and they sat me on the couch. Kristan was still on the phone in the kitchen. Amanda went first.
“Ryan and I have gone out on Friday and Saturday!” she exclaimed. “He is so sweet and considerate. Friday night he took me to see The Holiday. Tear-jerker. Then Saturday, he cooked me dinner and sang love songs to me. “
“Aww how sweet.” I commented then turned my attention to Kayla.
“Jon took me out on Friday to see go ice skating.”
“Brendon and I did at the PPG place.” I intervened. “Sorry.”
“It’s ok. Then Saturday he took me to a wrestling match. I love him.”
“I’m so glad that yinz had a great time! Do you know how Sis’ date went with Spencer?”
“You should ask her yourself.” I shrugged and picked up my cell phone to dial her number.
“Hello.”
“Hey Sis!”
“OMG! Sis! Spencer asked me to be his girlfriend!” she squealed into the phone.
“That’s great! I’m so happy for you!”
“We should go on a double date.” She suggested.
“Ok. Let me know!”
“Ok, he was such a gentlemen like you told me so romantic too. He took me to this little pizza shop where you can sit and watch them make the pizza. Then he took me for a carriage ride around the city. It was a gorgeous site!”
“Wow that is sweet.”
“And today he came over with a rose we watched ‘The Notebook’. I cried on his shoulder.”
“Aww Sis. I think you’ve found the man for you.”
“Thanks to you!”
“Thanks.”
“Hey, good luck on your first day tomorrow!”
“Thank you very much!”
“I’ll call you sometime tomorrow about the time and date.”
“Ok. Chat then!” we hung up the phone and I turned to my girls. They decided to watch a movie. “Looks like everyone had a romantic weekend.”
“Yea.” agreed Kristan. Her eyes were glued to the TV.
“I’m going to make something to eat. Anyone what anything?” they nodded no. I made my self some dinner and joined them in there movie. It was ‘Cars’ Such a cute movie! I love the part where they go tractor tipping! It was about 7-o-clock when my phone rang. It was Brendon! Yay!
“ Hey sexy.” I answered.
“Hi.” that wasn’t Brendon. “Lys its Spencer. There’s been a little accident.” What?!
***
Sorry for all the cliffhangers but you know you love me! Have a great weekend! Talk to you soon. Lator gator!

Lys

Monday, April 21, 2008

From a Mountain in the Middle of the Cabins

Happy voting day!! Everyone is loving the tour so far. I've seen some great photo's but can't seem to bring my self to watch the videos yet. But I've the set list is only 14 songs... which kinda sucks. First tour they've had in over a year, think it'd be longer. I'm just upset that they are not playing When The Day Met The Night. I love that song!
Non concert news. the new music video is due out may 2nd! woot! can't wait for that it's for "That Green Gentlemen." and here's a little behind the scenes look.


May 2nd cannot come any sooner! Neither can May 17th! Only 25 days until I see Panic! I'm sad...Brendon has a girlfriend.But who could blame him he's a 21 year old growing boy! I'm just happy for him! I did friend him on facebook and this is how i know. I'm contemplating on weather to message him and ask him to read my story, yes the one i'm sharing with yinz. What's the worse that could happen? He could say he's too busy. Which is understandable. So we'll see.

I'll leave you with a couple pictures from the tour.






There ya go!!! don't you just love these guys! lol i'll talk to you all on thurs. oh ya i forget to mention that i got my driver's license. woot finally!!! i love it!! third time really is a charm!!! ttys!

Lyssa

Thursday, April 17, 2008

Sunflowers - Chapter 13

Exactly ONE month till I'll be able to see Panic At The Disco!!! It's only been about a year and half since I last saw them. This show is going to be awesome. I'll be sure to share some pictures maybe a few fan videos on tues but for right now let's get on with the story!!!
***
“Brendon! He’s just joking. Calm down.” I shot him a look to kill. “I got a job with Sony!” everyone still looked stunned.
“That’s great.” my mom hugged me as did gram and dad.
“When do you start?” asked mom.
“On Monday.”
“That’s great!”
“Congrats.”
“Thank you.” We chit-chatted the rest of dinner.
“Well we’re headed down to Pittsburgh, I’ll be home later tonight.” we said goodbye to everyone and got into the rental car.
“Your parents and grandma are so nice. I really enjoyed their company.” Brendon confided in me.
“I’m glad.” I smiled. “please tell me you ice skate.”
“I ice skate.
“Good cause we are going ice skating.” I parked near the PPG place.
“Outside?” he asked me. Oh right he was from out west. Ice and hot weather don’t’ mix to great!
“Of course outside! It’s so much fun!.” I put my hat, scarf, and gloves on before stepping out of the vehicle. He followed. Look how cute he looks all bundled up! Just adorable. I laughed.
“What’s so funny?” he asked.
“Noting” I quickly replied. We walked up the entrance of the building paid for the time, and for our rental skates. Before you know it we were off laughing and falling down. Well he was at least. We talked the whole time. Despite the falling down and the comments and laughing and the other people - he held my hand! It was so romantic!
“I’m hungry.”
“You’re always hungry.” I told him and giggled. “let’s go get warmed up at an Eat N Park.”
“A where?”
“It’s a restaurant chain” We traded in for our normal shoes and headed back to the car. “Hmm. We can head back and eat that the waterfront. Or we can go to 51. I think 51 is closer!”
“You’re the driver.” he told me. I drove toward the restaurant.
“If any one recognizes you, we’ll leave. But not without chicken noodle soup!” I informed him. “I love their chicken noodle soup.” we were quickly seated and I was in luck. They had chicken noodle soup. “I normally just get the salad bar. But everything is great on the menu.”
“Hmm, salad bar sounds fine to me. But then this veggie burger is calling my name too.” he looked over the menu.
“Do you feel like walking?” I asked. He glanced up and shook his head no. “Then get your burger.” he’s takin one to many falls today so I figured he said nope.
“Hi may I - wow you look like Brendon from Panic! At the Disco.” Great! Not the best waitress to serve us! I glanced at Brendon to see what he wanted to do.
“Shhh, please don’t mention that I am here. I’m just trying to enjoy a dinner with my girlfriend.” he’s so sweet! And considerate.
“No problem.” she smiled. “ Just can I have your autograph when you’re finished.”
“Yes.”
“Great what can I get you to drink to start off?”
“A hot chocolate please.” I told her.
“Make that two.”
“Ok, I’ll be right back.”
“Phew that was close.” he grabbed my hand from across the table.
“I know. I guess your more famous than I thought.”
“Yea, me too!” we laughed she came back. And we ordered. I went to the salad bar only to discover a young lady replacing my place. “Speaking of my girlfriend, she’s right there.” the girl just got up and kissed him on the cheek and left.
“Hi sweetie. Who was that?” I asked when I sat down.
“Another fan, I’m sorry she kissed me. I’m not used to this.” he confided. “Girls never liked me in high school. This is all new to me.”
“That’s just the second one today. I really want this to work, Brendon.”
“I know. I want to as well. But just know that whatever any fan does to me, I’m coming home to you every night. And I love you. Not them. Well I love my fans but in a different way.”
“I understand.” I told him. We smiled and his burger came. After we finished eating, he gave our waitress his autograph and even took a picture. My boyfriend has to be the sweetest person alive. We headed back to my house, crawled in bed and talked about our futures. “With this new job I might have to travel.”
“I have an idea what kind of company my uncle runs and you don’t have to travel if you choose not to.”
“That’s the thing.” said I. “I want to travel. I love to travel. That’s why I choose my major.”
“But you’re going to be traveling to China.”
“That’s fine. I speak Chinese.”
“I’ll miss you.” he seriously stated.
“I’ll miss you too, but what’s it going to be like when you go on tour.”
“Simple. You’ll come with us.”
“My job?”
“My uncle won’t mind if you do your work on the road.”
“Brendon. We’ll see when the time comes.”
“Sounds like a plan.” he tightened his grip around me and ‘I Write Sins Not Tragedies’ blared over the radio.
“How lovely.” we both laughed and he sang the whole song to me. I soon fell asleep and awoke to my moms voice booming through my now opened door.
“Lys! Get Up! You have church.” was what she was saying. Brendon and I got up, dressed and left around 9:30.
“You know I’m a Mormon, right.”
***
I know people will correct me. Brendon is no longer a Mormon but his parents did practice the religion even if he doesn't today. that's all i'm going to say. hope everyone as a blessed week! Wish me luck on my drivers test, hopefully third time is a charm. Enjoy the weather talk to you soon!

Lys

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Northern Downpour

Hey peeps!!! You know how they say things come in threes? Well yea why couldn't it work today! I got a hold of Erik from FBR about the promotion stuff and free ticket and he's sending it as we speak. Next My friend Erica asked me to go to the Steelers Draft Day! Where I can possibly meet Jeff Reed. Then they announced the meet and greet for May and my friends and I were not on it...hopefully they'll add more because it's different amounts for each concert. So yea. That was only two things...where is the third good thing?! lol

Remember how Panic was band of the week last week...MTV put together a little movie called 'American Valley.' It's quite amusing. Enjoy!



I was also busing making Brendon a birthday video and i have that for you to watch as well!


Happy 21st Birthday to Brendon!!! Woot! Go him!!!

That's all the news I have for right now...stay tuned for the next chapter of my story. Chat then!

Lys

ps only 1 month and 2 days till I see Panic again!!!

Thursday, April 10, 2008

Sunflowers - Chapter 12

hey hey peeps! It's April 10th! You know what's so great about today?! Besides it being Haley Joel Osment and My Uncle's bday. Or the day that i get to see my best friend whom i haven't seen in over a month. Give up? Well I'll tell you! Panic At The Disco KICKS OFF THE HONDA CIVIC TOUR TODAY!!! That means tons of pictures, videos and stories from adoring fans who attend the show. Good luck to Brendon, Ryan, Spencer, and Jon. Hope they have a great opening show and the rest of the tour! I'll see them on May 17th in Columbus Ohio!!! Onward to my story!!
***
“Let’s go to the square!” I told him and drove through.
“Wow this is cool!” he looked the brand name stores.
“If you want to burn a hole in your wallet take me to old navy.” we laughed.
“Sweet Dave and Busters.” Yep. Soon I found a parking space near Ulta and went in there. Brendon stopped me before I got out of the car. “Lys I don’t have a security guard.” he told me. Shit!
“That’s ok we don’t have to stay if you feel unsafe.”
“I don‘t, but it feels weird not having one.”
“If you’re not with the rest of the band, I highly doubt most people will approach. They might pass you off as a look-a-like because your in LA.” he was a bout to argue. “Trust me, I thought that way. Besides its Pittsburgh, what famous person would want to be here.” then an idea popped into my head. Ice skating.
“Works for me.” he replied. “But if things get out of hand. We’ll leave.”
“Hey Brendon I know were I am taking you on our date.”
“Where?”
“You’ll see.” I smiled at him. We got out of the car and I took his hand while walking into Ulta.
“I think Ryan shops here.” he looked around. “Well online.”
“We’ll ask him when we get back.” I moseyed over to the eye-shadows while Brendon looked at hair care.
“Hey Lys!” I looked up to see who was calling me. It was Lauren. She works here.
“Hey! How are you?” she gave me a hug.
“Great, long time no see.” she smiled.
“Home for the weekend and here with my boyfriend…he’s around somewhere.” we caught up on life. She showed me some amazing products. Soon after, Brendon joined me and I introduced them.
“You look exactly like that singer.” she said. He just smiled and shrugged. We then said our goodbyes and I bought my new make - up.
“That was close.” he commented once out of the store. I just nodded.
“Do you want to leave?” I questioned him.
“Nope I’m fine.” he intertwined our fingers as we crossed the street to Barnes and Nobles. Once inside he wouldn’t leave my side. We were looking through the magazines and this girl who looked a little younger than us, approached us.
“Hi, I’m a big fan. Can I have your autograph?” Brendon looked at me and I shrugged. It was up to him. A smirk appeared on his face.
“Who am I?”
“Brendon Urie, lead singer of Panic! At The Disco.” she swiftly replied.
“Who?”
“Come on! They are one of the most popular bands now.” she continued. Brendon stared at her blankly. “Oh my God, I’m sorry I thought you were him! My apologies.” she left as fast as she came. Brendon and I bust a gut laughing! He’s so unpredictable. That’s why I love him. I looked at my cellphone for the time.
“You buying anything?”
“Nope. You?”
“Not this time. Let’s go then.” As we were about to cross the street to get to the car, another fan asked us for Brendon’s autograph. He obliged this time. And even took a picture with the young lady.
“Who’s this?” Uh-oh. I didn’t want to reply because I wasn’t sure if he wanted it known.
“This is my girlfriend, Alyssa.” ok so he does want it known. Yay!
“Bitch.” she said.
“Excuse me?” was my reply.
“Bitch, you stole my man. Now you’re going to pay.” Great! A psychotic fan! Just what we need. She pushed me. I was caught off guard, falling on my ass. Brendon turned to the girl.
“You need to learn some manners.”
“Come on. Why do you want to be that skanky bitch when you can have me?” she asked him. Ew!
“First off, she’s not a skanky bitch, second, I’d choose her over you any day, third, I love her. That’s why I choose her.” Brendon helped me up, leaving her stunned and we headed back to Glassport.
“I’m sorry about her.” he told me in the car.
“It’s ok.” I told him. “Something that I will need to get used to being a famous rockstar’s girlfriend.” I kissed him at the red light.
“I’m glad you understand.” I smiled. I knew it wasn’t going to be easy. But I wanted to make this work. We pulled in front of the restaurant. We beat everyone, no duh! My mom’s always late. I walked in and was greeted by Joe, the owner, and my cousin, Brandon.
“Hey! How are you?” I asked him. He actually gave me a hug.
“I’m good and you?” I nodded.
“Not bad.”
“This your boyfriend?” he motioned toward Brendon.
“Yep, Brandon this is Brendon. Brendon my cousin Brandon. He’s the trips older brother.” Brendon shook his hand.
“It’s nice to meet you.”
“Same here. I’d love to stay and chat but I’ve gotta delivery to make. Take care of her.” Aww thanks Brandon! As soon as he walked out my parents and grandma walked in.
“Daddy!” I ran and gave him a hug.
“Hey pumpkin.”
“How are you?”
“Fine. And you?”
“Well, I want you to meet my boyfriend.” Brendon stepped foreword. “Daddy, this is Brendon; Brendon this is my dad.”
“Nice to meet you sir.” That looked like a firm handshake. Yay! Dad likes a guy with a firm handshake. Then sat down and order.
“I have great news!” They all shut up.
“We’re getting married!” Brendon blurted. Their faces dropped.
***
Cliffhangers! Gotta love them! Hope you have a great weekend. I get to spend the next 4 days with my best friend. So thrilled! I miss her so! Can't forget to wish Brendon Urie a happy 21st birthday! Woot! Go him! I will no longer be the same age as Brendon and Spencer, just Spencer...lol! Hope he has a great birthday! Talk to you later!

Lys

Tuesday, April 8, 2008

A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out

Hey all! I sitting here listening to my Panic cds and I realized my roommate has never heard Panic's first album, A Fever You Can't Sweat Out. So I happily played it for her. She didn't really understand why they had to have such long song titles like "There's A Good Reason These Tables Are Numbered Honey You Just Haven't figured it out yet." Or "Lying is the Most Fun a Girl Can Have Without Taking Her Clothes Off." She couldn't understand why songs couldn't be easy and simple, "Like I love you. And I'll love you forever." She's just stuck in her country love. Back to Panic! They are having a busy week.
First I want to congratulate them on making MTV's Band of the week! Just watch MTV all week long for clips and their songs being played during the commercials. It's great! I almost spazzed when I saw the first commercial.


There's one of the videos! Be sure to check them out on TRL 4/8 as well!
After four weeks of waiting! Panic appeared on SNL aka Saturday Night Live! Woot! I'm so proud of their 'Nine in the Afternoon" performance but not so much "I Write Sins Not Tragedies." Oh I let you see what I mean.



I am happy that Spencer did not wear black! But Ryan did. Just once I would love the whole band to be in color! Lol
Gotta love when the guys have free time and go into a bar…but not just any bar…Pete Wentz's of Fall Out Boy, Angels and Kings bar. Here's some of their mugshots!





Pretty humorous! Well that's all I have for today! Be sure to watch MTV all this week and TRL later today! I'll be back on thurs with another chapter update, till then!

Lyssa