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You know what I never get to talk about because it's been over for years? "The O.C." It was my favorite show (honestly speaking, it still is) and helped shape a lot of my music taste. And because there are no shows on television right now and soundtracks are just...blah, I'm offering to you five of my favorite music moments from The O.C. Mind you, this list is incomplete because there are dozens of brilliant music moments from the series.

"All The Arms Around You" by Halloween, Alaska from Season 2, Episode 1 "The Distance"

Seth ran away from home because Ryan left. So now, Seth has learned to grill and is living with Luke and his gay dad. But Ryan comes along and tells Seth he should go home. In the end, they both go home to The O.C. If only look Luke had said "Welcome back to The O.C., bitch."

"World At Large" by Modest Mouse from Season 2, Episode 7 "The Family Ties"

In that clip (which I'll admit totally made me cry) Marissa's dad is leaving because he messed everything up. But don't worry, Marissa brings bagels to the Cohen residence and everything is right in the world. Adding this song into the mix just makes everything sadder, though.

"Running Up That Hill" by Placebo from Season 4, Episode 1 "The Avengers"

Season 4 opening scene. Ryan is a cage fighter? Julie Cooper has tons of pills in her medicine cabinet? Ryan and Julie are meeting in a skanky motel? What's going on?! Thanks to this Placebo cover of the Kate Bush song, this opening is especially intense.

"Caught By The River" by Doves from Season 1, Episode 2 "The Model Home

Aw, it's Seth, Marissa and Ryan's first bonding experience, bike riding and skateboarding along the boardwalk. What could be better? Oh, I know, when Ryan burns down a house 30 minutes later!

"Into Dust" by Mazzy Star from Season 1, Episode 7 "The Escape"

Shit just got real. Marissa has OD'd on Summer's step-mom's prescription pills in Tijuana (lovingly referred to as TJ) and has found a nice little pile of dirt to lay on. Later, this song comes back in the form of a spectacular cover by Ashtar Command in season 4 - another favorite music moment.

There won't be much on TV this summer - with the exception of True Blood, which is going to render me speechless due to how amazing it's going to be - so if you're looking for something to watch or to find some new music, venture into the realm of Orange County, California.

These are a few of my favorite things

Well, faithful readers/spammers, the school year is beginning to draw to a close. And as I've stated before, shows are ending and soundtracks haven't been all that interesting. Because of this, I'll be posting some of my favorite music/television/film moments. How does a few per post sound? It doesn't really matter - I'm doing it anyway!

1. "You Got Me All Wrong" by Dios Malos from "The O.C.", Season 2, Episode 1

"The O.C." was, is and will always be my favorite TV series ever. I credit the series with introducing me to a majority of my most loved bands. "You Got Me All Wrong" is a go-to, kind of depressing, a little bit groovy, lovely song. Plus, Ryan Atwood.

2. "New Day" by Kate Havnevik from "Grey's Anatomy", Season 3, Episode 9

Ah, back in the days of Doctor Burke... The song is intense. Kate Havnevik has such a unique voice and this song blends strings and electronica together so beautifully. As I watch this clip again, I long for the good old GA days. Everyone was much less annoying and not as preachy. And scenes like this existed. And as always, a beautiful performance from Sandra Oh.

3. "Hong Kong Garden" by Siouxsie and the Banshees from Marie Antoinette

Okay, okay. So, it isn't a new band by any means, but it is an awesome band to get into. To date, this is one of my favorite films - aurally and visually. The combination of 18th century garb and new wave music is amazing. The idea of haughty aristocrats dancing to stuff like New Order and Siouxsie Sioux just tickles me.

Season finales rocking my world

Season finales are happening left and right which is just an excuse to play some incredible music. Here is someone I've been wanting to talk about but I haven't had anything super up-to-date to use as a reason to talk about her. Now, that reason is her song "You've Changed"'s being used in the holy-shit-what-just-happened season finale of "The Vampire Diaries."

So who is it? It's Sia! Just to give you a few references, her song "Breathe Me" was used during the final scene of "Six Feet Under" - only one of the most epic television series and chill-inducing finales of all time ever. "The Bully" was used on "The O.C.," "I Go To Sleep" on "Dollhouse" and a handful of her songs have been used throughout six seasons of "Grey's Anatomy."

She is also a contributor to the ambient/trip-hop group Zero 7. And, let me tell you, girl can make some beautiful and sexy music. Please see "Destiny" and "Distractions" for reference/proof.

Her voice is a bit of an odd one. It sounds almost pained and sleepy, but it's a nice change from girls who sing in those soft voices that don't make me feel anything but bored. Her albums have a nice array of piano-driven pieces, some electronic-sounding stuff (think Massive Attack) and acoustic tracks.

If you're skipping a night out with your friends in favor of staying in to have an introspective night, acquire one of her albums in whatever way you see fit. I'll recommend Colour The Small One to get started with. Don't be surprised if some of the tracks move you to tears or almost tears.

Music to cry to

There's an adorable little show on The CW called "Life Unexpected" that just wrapped up its first season on Tuesday. And it was so emotional, I almost cried. Almost. I managed to hold back the tears.

It wasn't just the acting of the dirty/hot Kristoffer Polaha, or the writing -- it was a devastating duet (randomly titled "Duet") between Rachael Yamagata and Ray LaMontagne that made me want to jump off a bridge because my heart hurt so much.

OK, that might be a bit extreme. I'm just going to go ahead and skip to the music portion of this post. If you don't already know, Ray LaMontagne is the bee's knees and if you don't already listen to him, do it. I would like to take this opportunity to shed some light on Rachael Yamagata.

When I listen to her music, it's like swimming in an ocean of tears, having my heart ripped out by an Ork, and falling off a giant cliff that leads right back to the ocean of tears. In a good way! She has this gorgeous, throaty (OK, that's kind of an awful word) voice and she plays the piano like someone made the instrument just for her.

Odds are, you've heard Rachael's music before. Lists seem to be my forte, so I'm going to go ahead and do that right now. Here's where you might have heard her amazing voice before:

1. "Worn Me Down" and "Reason Why" on "The O.C."

2. "Be Be Your Love" on "One Tree Hill" and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants soundtrack

3. "Duet" on "Grey's Anatomy" and "Private Practice"

I can't begin to tell you how wonderful she is. Again, a majority of her music has a spot on my "Depressed" playlist on iTunes, so if you're looking for songs to listen to while curled up in the fetal position, weeping every tear you have in you, I think her music will really help get the job done.

The CineMUSic tumblr.

This is just a quick, informative blog regarding the grand opening of the CineMUSic tumblr. Being a full-time student, it's a bit difficult for me to stay up-to-date with every television show in real time, to research the music and blog about them daily.

And so, for those of you who desire music recommendations daily, I've created a tumblr devoted to simple, quick posts full of music and television/movie scenes. At the CineMUSic tumblr, you'll find recommendations from past and current media, so don't be surprised if you find stuff from The O.C. or 80s movies. Also, let me just add: tumblr >>>>>>>>>>>> twitter. So, get on the tumblr train and follow, follow, follow!