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Avishka Fernando will return to Sri Lanka team after 10 months for India tour, these players are included in the team… Sach News Today

Top-order batsman Avishka Fernando on Wednesday returned to Sri Lanka’s squad for the limited-overs series against India starting January 3 in Mumbai. Avishka Fernando played the last match for Sri Lanka in February, after which he was out of the team due to injury. The 24-year-old batsman has made a comeback in both the T20 and ODI squads of Sri Lanka after impressive performances in the…

श्री लंका 150/2 (26.3 ओवर): श्री लंका Vs वेस्ट इंडीज स्कोरकार्ड लाइव स्कोर, रन रेट: 5.66, Avishka Fernando 69 (76), Kusal Mendis 72 (74) – श्री लंका बनाम वेस्ट इंडीज क्रिकेट मैच का लाइव स्कोरकार्ड

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BATSMAN R B 4s 6s SR Avishka Fernando*Batting 69 75 5 0 92.00 Dimuth Karunaratnec Fabian Allen b Sheldon Cottrell 1 8 0 0 12.50 Kusal Perera

c Shai Hope b Sheldon Cottrell

0 1 0 0 0.00 Kusal Mendis

Batting

72 74 9 0 97.30

Extras – (b 0, lb 2, w 6, nb 0, Penalty 0)

Current Run Rate – 5.69

To Bat – Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Thisara Perera, Wanindu Hasaranga,…

श्री लंका 26/0 (3.2 ओवर): श्री लंका Vs भारत स्कोरकार्ड लाइव स्कोर, रन रेट: 7.8, Danushka Gunathilaka 5 (8), Avishka Fernando 17 (12) – श्री लंका बनाम भारत क्रिकेट मैच का लाइव स्कोरकार्ड

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बल्लेबाज R B 4s 6s SR Danushka Gunathilaka*Batting 5 7 1 0 71.43 अविष्का फर्नांडोBatting 17 12 4 0 141.67

अतिरिक्त रन – (b 0, lb 0, w 4, nb 0, Penalty 0)

मौजूदा रन रेट – 8.21

आने वाले बल्लेबाज – कुसल परेरा, Oshada Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, धनंजय डिसिल्वा, Dasun Shanaka, इसुरु उडाना, Wanindu Hasaranga, Lahiru Kumara, लसिथ मलिंगा

गेंदबाज O M R W ECON जसप्रीत…

AVISHKA & SEAN | HAMILTON, ON

Avishka grew up in Hamilton, Ontario.  Her parents taught, and instilled in her, the values, beliefs, and customs of Hinduism that she says are now an integral part of her life and helped make her who she is today. While her family recognized and celebrated the major holidays, they were not particularly active in attending the temple.  

“While I am not a practicing Hindu, I have a deep appreciation for the spiritual side of Hinduism and believe in a higher power.”

She recognizes holidays such as Diwali, and enjoys how it brings family together. Avishka emphasizes how her family has always been, as she is, open to other religions and beliefs.  

Sean was raised in Hamilton, in a modern Orthodox Jewish household. Today he identifies as Jewish, but he is not particularly observant. He enjoys celebrating Jewish holidays and the customs associated with Judaism, and attends the synagogue once in a while.

THEIR STORY:

In the summer of 2012, Avishka moved into one of the rooms in Sean’s house. They were both studying at Sheridan College - Sean was starting his third year of Illustration and Avishka was starting her post-grad certificate in Corporate Communications. After moving in, Avishka was sitting on the back porch reading a book, enjoying the sunshine and Sean returned from an army exercise. Avishka thought that she was the only one at home and was surprised when the sliding door opened and there stood Sean! He said a quick “Hello”, they chatted briefly, and then he went upstairs to unpack. For the first month or so, Sean and Avishka saw each other in passing in between classes and after school. For Avishka, it was nice knowing that  a fellow Hamiltonian was her new housemate and Sean seemed like a decent guy. What started as late night chats after Avishka came home from her work as a barista or an occasional shared movie night, soon developed into them having deeper feelings for eachother.  Avishka, who had been hurt in the past, wanted to sit down with Sean to talk it out. After a long heart-to-heart talk about life, love and each other, they decided to explore the possibility of being more than friends, and they started dating.

“Long story short, we decided to give it a shot and take a crazy chance. Now, we’re engaged and are in the midst of planning our “HinJew” wedding.”

So far the challenges they have faced have been minimal.

“We both love each other regardless of our religious and cultural beliefs and over the past two years, have come to appreciate each other's heritage and traditions while also discovering the similarities between our cultures and values.”

From celebrating Passover and Diwali, to enjoying and blending each other’s cuisines, they both describe the experience as “quite an adventure”.  For their Hindu - Jewish wedding, which Avishka calls "HinJew" jokingly,  they’ve decided to incorporate elements of both religions and cultures.

“We really want our wedding to be a celebration of both the diversity and similarities of the Hindu and Jewish cultures.”

Their families are both open to this but they know that when they start a family it will be a bit more of a challenge. In light of this, they are trying to be be as proactive and preemptive as possible in order to reduce any possible future conflicts.  

“We both want to keep things open so no one feels restricted and are confident that we'll overcome any differences, regardless, because we love each other so much.”

Both Avishka and Sean enjoy spending time at home in each other's company. You can usually find Sean painting or working on his graphic novel series while Avishka writes in her journal or sends letters to friends.

“Our apartment is our first home together and it is where our love continues to grow.”

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Robyn Dell’Unto - "This Is A Song About You" [Listen] I've been saving all the letters I was only writing to myself Kristin and I were both fans of Robyn's song "Astronaut" (featured on the Everybody Dance Now, Vol. 5 compilation) and were hoping to catch a performance of hers sometime. We were excited to learn that she would be performing at the first Folked Up Friday show! "Astronaut" had made a lasting impression and it was nice to hear more of her music. This pretty tune, off her album I'm Here Every Night is one of her more folksy sounding songs, it reminded me a bit of Kathleen Edwards actually (who was on my March Playlist). It's a bittersweet tune; I get the sense it's about someone who is feeling dissatisfied in their relationship and is voicing this in the way she knows best, in a song, of things she wished this person would do and be for her. It's amazing listening to one of her upbeat happier tunes and hearing the contrast, just going to show what a talented musician Robyn is.

Lights - "Peace Sign" (tyDi Remix) [Listen] Where it's all a blur, you are the hard line  In the disorder, you are the peace sign  What happens when you put Lights & tyDi together?? Something magical. It's fitting to include Canadian singer Lights on here, as one of our dear Tourists, Jenny, is a fan of her music. Not only that, but it was announced earlier this week that Lights will be performing at the Festival of Friends this year! Aussie DJ and producer tyDi is making his second appearance on here, the first being in April for his track "Acting Crazy" (I love his music. Seriously, go check out his album Shooting Stars, you will not be disappointed). This time around, tyDi is on remix duty, putting his own spin on this bassy tune. If you've heard other songs by tyDi, then you'll be able to hear that unmistakeable tyDi sound, from the twinkling piano to the driving synths. This remix gives the original a brighter, more uplifting sound, making it a clubworthy hit and amplifying the empowering lyrics which speak of making peace within the disorder. Lights' voice in turn, lends itself well to the upbeat remix, it would be neat to hear her collaborate with other DJs/producers on tracks.

Bruce Peninsula - "Pull Me Under" [Listen] Got my neck, got my throat Can't keep my head above the water This Toronto supergroup blew me away during the first Folk'd Up Friday show at Hamilton Place. Having taken a listen to their songs before the show, I was instantly a fan and seeing them perform live, the energy, musicality and stage presence was a true testament to how talented they are. Their music is rich, layered and has a worldly, almost cinematic and orchestral sound to it. One of the highlights in this song is the rhythm, that changes time from 3/4 to 4/4 to 5/4 throughout, the strong percussion to the powerful vocals and the African sounding guitar line. It's a darker, emotional song and the whole band comes together and sings in a gospel, choral manner so expressively. Kristin and I loved their set and can't wait to hear more from them.

Dia Frampton feat. Kid Cudi - "Don’t Kick The Chair" [Listen] Have you ever felt like everybody’s watching Waiting for you to lose I first heard this tune last month and found myself singing along to the chorus. Taken from Dia's debut album Red, "Don't Kick The Chair" is a song that everyone can relate to, speaking about that feeling of desperation where you feel lost and alone in this world; everything has just come crashing down and you just want to give up. "Don't kick the chair" refers to being able to find the strength to not give in and believe things will get better. It's an example of a song with a darker sound layered with happier lyrics which is interesting to the ear. From reviews I've read of her album, she is a lyrical genius and I'll definitely have to listen to Red sometime.

Sunparlour Players - "Green Thumb" [Listen] Go away water, go away sun I go by the porch light, how green is your green thumb Singer Andrew Penner and percussion master Michael Rosenthal seemed unassuming when they first stepped on the stage at the latest Folked Up Friday show at Hamilton Place. Once they took their place, instruments in hand, and began playing, it was a whole different story. I will be writing an entry about this show, but man, these guys are AMAZING. Kristin and I were pretty much in awe after their set. They ended off their set (before the encore, that is) with "Green Thumb," an upbeat guitar and percussion driven song filled with twinkles of piano and sleigh bells that centers around a garden. Andrew Penner's warm vocals round out this song nicely and Michael takes on percussion duties, playing the bells, drums and keyboard. Definitely a highlight for me.

Dan Griffin - "Emily" [Listen] And every little word that I say to her It buzzes in her mind like hummingbirds And they're hanging on tight but they're moving so fast Dan’s making his second feature on my Playlists, his first being back in April. Kristin and I really enjoyed his belated CD release party at the Casbah last month (entry coming soon!) It was a family affair that evening and Dan had his father join him on stage for this tune, where Mr. Griffin accompanied Dan on the violin. As I stood there listening to the song, captivated by the lyrics, which paint a beautiful picture of Emily, a woman waiting for that special someone. It was lovely hearing this live and watching Dan and his father perform this together. Take a listen to his album Leave Your Love which you can download for free from his website.

Morning Parade - "Headlights" [Listen] Cause like a rabbit in your headlights I am the beckon to your call This Brit alt-rock band made an impression on me back in 2010 with their song "Under The Stars" which I heard on The Vampire Diaries, a show known for featuring a fab selection of music from up and coming musicians. Since then, I've been following their musical journey and was excited to learn their self-titled album would be released here in North America this year! This song is one of my favorites. Guitar driven with a fantastic melody and strong vocals, "Headlights" is about losing yourself in someone, finding yourself caught in headlights with your feelings for someone. You can hear influences of bands such as Coldplay in the guitar but MP have managed to find a sound all their own. 

The Human Orchestra - "On With The Show" [Listen] I’ve been following this Hamilton supergroup over the past few months and have been entertained by both their tweets and their tunes. "On With The Show" is a perfect tune to showcase on a Tour Playlist. There are elements of fiesta (the trumpet) and fun percussion (we like to think of ourselves as a percussion band) evident throughout the song. These cool cats (nine of them in total. That’s right, nine) blend together folk, rock and jazz to create a neat fusion of sound that sounds fresh and unlike anything I’ve heard before. This is definitely a group I would love to see perform live and one I am certain my fellow Tourists would enjoy.

Just looking at the names on this Playlist, this is probably the most colourful of my Playlists thus far, in terms of the names of these musicians! Fitting since it's now spring and it's the month of May. Such an interesting mix; I love how different they all are, genre-wise, yet very much the same in their ability to share a little something special about life with all of us.

KONGOS - "Escape" [Listen] So why don't you come away with me, my love We'll do what it takes, I'll keep you safe Why don't you stay by me, when the sky comes we'll escape This song takes me back to my time in Cape Town, South Africa, fitting as the music video for this song was filmed there! This South African, Pheonix based band have been making waves in SA and beyond and for good reason. I first caught this song on 5FM and loved it instantly. The song begins with a simple keyboard melody, then builds up with the vocals, a warm bass guitar line, dark synths and finally, an African-influenced drum beat kicking in at the chorus, a symbol crash symbolizing the need to escape. Lead singer Dylan Kongos laments about waking up to a world of destruction and deciding to hit the road to escape to a save haven. The beautiful guitar melody that captures this sense of familiarity and the four band members singing the chorus together, expressing this desire to escape from this world, are what make this song a favourite of mine and worthy choice for this Playlist. New Hands - "Tulips" [Listen] Make a name just as we land, all the papers calling This idea could have been, but we never focused   Kristin and I were excited to learn about a new song from our newest BFFs and in same wavelength fashion, both included this tune on our May Playlists. The guys of New Hands are some of the coolest guys I know and so is their music. When we saw them perform at The Casbah last month, Spence's vocals immediately reminded me of The National frontman's Matt Berninger who is known for his classic baritone voice, totally unexpected. With an 80s vibe, a rockin' guitar line and synths that twinkle along throughout the song, this is the perfect song for spring and surely a fun one to see New Hands jam to live. Paper Aeroplanes - Safe Hands [Listen] Do you know how far I'd go How far I'd fall to know you at all Welsh singer/songwriter Sarah Howells has lent her beautiful, distinctive vocals to some of the biggest trance songs, including Lange's "Out of The Sky", Dash Berlin's "Go It Alone" (another favourite of mine) and tyDi's smash hit "Acting Crazy" which was featured on my last Playlist. There is just something about her voice that captivates listeners, carries them on a journey and conveys a range of emotions, whether it be sadness, happiness, uncertainty. I was excited to learn recently she was part of a folk indie band called Paper Aeroplanes, alongside Richard Llewellyn and was intrigued to hear her sing music outside of the EDM genre.  I don't know why it took me so long to find out about this band because I absolutely love their songs. Officially a fan. It was so hard to pick just one track, but this one, a pretty tune with a warm guitar melody, caught my ear right away. Sarah Howell's sweet vocals shine as she and Richard sing wistfully about their love for someone special, wanting to be with them, wishing for just one day and assuring them that they will be in safe hands. Richard's harmonies compliment Sarah's well, carrying this song over the bright guitar notes. While they are touring only around the UK, I really hope they will fly over here to Canada soon to share their beautiful music. Dinner Belles - "Runnin' to Ravenna" [Listen] We live in a suburban town Full of chuckleheads clowning around So we're runnin' to Ravenna After popping by Art Crawl earlier this month, Kristin and I had the chance to see the Dinner Belles perform their first Hamilton show of the year at the Leander Boat Club! This seven piece country folksy band looked like they were having so much fun up on stage, a joy to watch. I was able to appreciate their musicality in this slower tune about running away to Ravenna to live the country dream, from Terra Lightfoot and Brad Germain's warm vocals to the twangy bango and I found myself nodding along and swaying along to the music as the band got into the groove. Spoek Mathambo - "Let Them Talk" [Listen] "Spoek, what kind of name is that?" One of the coolest ones I've ever heard, that's for sure. I stumbled upon this South African rapper a few months ago on Facebook of all places, intrigued of course by his name and soon enough, I was jamming along to his latest album Father Creeper. With a groovy base line and intricate percussion, this song almost has a cool "Hey Ya" vibe to it, one I can imagine my fellow Tourists and I shimmying and dancing along to, though Spoek makes it his own as he dismisses what other people are saying and commanding that, you know what, let them talk. It's hard to even classify his style because he incorporates a number of genres to create a flavourful fusion in his songs. After watching some clips of live performances and getting a sense of Spoek's stage presence, he's definitely someone I'd love to see live. With a North American tour under his belt, including a performance at SXSW, this Afro-futurist is definitely going places, dropping beats and taking names along the way.

I am so excited to be able to share some fantastic music with all of you and showcase both homegrown talent and international musicians, well known and lesser known, that I've discovered on my own and with friends, whether it be here in the City or through my travels around the world. So many songs and luckily, lots of time! I'm going to make it a point of featuring at least one artist from my travels on each Playlist, as this is a Tour after all, and to show the beauty of Detouring and the power of sharing music, bringing music back home to share, something which I believe is priceless. Enjoy, my friends! Coldplay - "Charlie Brown" [Listen] Light a fire, light a spark, light a fire, a flame in my heart We'll run wild, we'll be glowing in the dark. It's no secret that I am a Coldplay fan. I first heard this song during the iTunes Festival last summer when Coldplay first debuted some new material from their upcoming album, Mylo Xyloto. While Coldplay have been criticized by some fans for their departure from their old sound, I think all artists are bound to experiment at some point and are totally free to do so, while still embodying qualities from past songs. From first listen, I knew it was going to be a hit. It's magical. You know it's a Coldplay song. This is one of those songs that embodies so much joy and happiness that there is in life and that feeling of being alive, being reckless and living in the moment with someone special. The video is dazzling, filled with bright colours and people dancing their hearts out in a celebration of being young. I absolutely love this song. This was actually the song I danced to around my kitchen after finding out I'd gotten into grad school! Although the song was not named after the cartoon Charlie Brown, you can't help but imagine Charlie Brown himself dancing along. Ellie Goulding - "Starry Eyed" [Listen] Next thing, we're touching, you look at me, it's like you hit me with lightning Oh and everybody's starry eyed and everybody glows. I first discovered this lovely Brit singer back in the summer of 2010. Ellie Goulding crossed over the pond and made a big splash in North America this past year. This is yet another love song which describes that starry eyed feeling you get when you're with someone. What I love about this song is how it showcases Ellie's unique, melodic and almost ethereal voice. That, along with the synths, beats and rich harmonies, make for a lush song. There's a certain ease and down to earthness about her when you watch her perform and the stripped down, acoustic version of this song is equally as lovely. Ellie is also a skilled percussionist, something worth noting and fitting for the likes of us four who have imagined the group as a percussion band, and when she's got hold of drumsticks, she bangs that drum like nobody's business, like in her song "Lights." Her album, Bright Lights, is a fab collection of delightful songs about the ups and downs of a relationship. Ed Sheeran - "Give Me Love" [Listen] My my, my my, oh give me love. I stumbled upon this talented, ginger-haired singer a few months ago and was instantly taken with his sweet, acoustic music. Funny enough, Kristin also discovered him recently (we're notorious for being on the same wavelength) and needless to say, we're both fans. Don't get me wrong though, Ed Sheeran's got a bit of edge and swagga, with his beatboxing and rapping taking center stage in some of his songs. I love this song though. It starts off slow, just him and his guitar and slowly builds up, the 'mmm my my, mmm my my give me love' getting louder and louder as he sings his heart out for someone to give him love until finally, he's shouting at the top of his lungs with urgency. You can hear that longing in his voice and it was a song I connected with right away. If you wait about 10 seconds after the song is finished, you'll get to hear "The Parting Glass," a traditional Irish song which reflects Ed's Irish roots. Kathleen Edwards - "Change the Sheets" [Listen] Change this feeling under my feet, change the sheets and then change me. I first learned about this Canadian singer-songwriter thanks to Trevor Howard from the Ghosts of Memphis. He'd been raving about Kathleen's new album, Voyageur, and anytime someone is raving about music, curiousity gets the best of me and I know that it's gotta be worth a listen. So off I went Googling Kathleen Edwards and took a listen to her album. Produced by Bon Iver's Justin Vernon (who also happens to be Kathleen's boyfriend), Voyageur takes you on a journey, a voyage of the complications that can arise in any relationship, the end of one and the beginning of another. It actually fits well with the Tour and the idea of being on a journey. "Change the Sheets" alludes to the ability of being changed by someone as being like changing the sheets of a bed. From the moment the drums and that distinct rockin' guitar riff kick in with Kathleen's sweet vocals laid over the track, you're in for a ride. I'm in agreeance with Trevor that this album, and this song in particular, are perfect for a sunny, afternoon drive in the country. Gavin Slate - "Falling" [Listen] Yeah I knew what it was all along, yeah I knew I was falling for you. I was introduced to Gavin by Kristin who excitedly messaged me one day and suggested I take a listen to his song "Goodnight Lovers, Goodnight Thieves" which she deemed dreamy. Dreamy has been a recurring word throughout the Tour and I knew I had to find out more about Mr. Slate. This fantastic upbeat track conveys that feeling and realization of falling for someone, from losing sleep to singing songs and of course, that undeniable butterfly feeling in one's stomach. I absolutely love the cello line in this song which adds that extra touch and Gavin's warm vocals and harmonies which give you that lighthearted feeling of being in love, and brings a smile to your face. Canadian Winter - “You Know What You Are" [Listen] Young man says you are what you eat, old man says you are what you wear. Watching these guys get in the groove to this song and Kobi dancing on stage last month is the reason why this song is on my Playlist. That and it's got a sick beat. It samples the song “Dancing With the Moonlit Knight" by progressive rock band Genesis. Canadian Winter make great use of the sample, which features a distinctive guitar riff (at the 1:20 mark in the Genesis song) and has a reggae rock sound. Kobi's vocals compliment this beat well as he raps about an encounter between a young man and old man. It's also got a bit of a jazzy sound which you can never go wrong with. I'm looking forward to hearing more from this hip hop group. City & Colour - “Fragile Bird" [Listen] She speaks in tongues, her words they come undone, yeah And with a wayward mind, she struggles through the night. These guys rock. Led by frontman Dallas Green of rock band Alexisonfire, City & Colour burst onto the music scene with their hit “Save Your Scissors" and have been putting out music and expanding their sound ever since, moving into a fuller, more folksy sound backed by a band. Carly, Kristin and I got to see City & Colour perform at the Festival of Friends (free show!), which was the first time I saw him live. It's rare to find musicians who sound just as good as they do on an album. Dallas Green is no exception, as he maintains a warmth and ease in his voice in each song. "Fragile Bird" starts off with a guitar riff that instantly gets you in the groove, as Dallas sings with feeling about the night terrors and bad memories haunting a loved one and wanting to be there for them, hoping they will get through. It has such a raw feel to it and is one I'm sure everyone can relate to. DJ Earworm - "Party On The Floor (Capital FM Summertime Ball Mashup)" [Listen] What are you waiting for, we just wanna see the world fall in love My universe will never be the same, go hard, go faster, on the floor. I'm not much of a Top 40 person, but this right here, friends, is my official PARTY JAM. Or, as my friend Nicole would call it, my pump up jam. Not only that, it's also my workout jam, a song I blast in my car with the top down low and can put on any time of the day and dance like nobody's watching. I saw this video on YouTube, and out of curiousity had to check it out. BAM. A brilliant mashup of some of the best Top 40 songs, including LMFAO's ridiculously catchy "Party Rock Anthem", J. Lo's "On The Floor" (hence the name Party On The Floor), The Wanted's "Glad You Came" (which, by the way, was recently featured on Glee). DJ Earworm is known for his killer mashups which are unique due to how he pieces each of these songs together to make a whole new song (and for the accompanying music vid), distinguishing himself from other mashup creators. He most certainly has an ear for picking great songs to mash up. Check out his latest mashup, "United State of Pop 2011 (World Go Boom)", part of his annual United State of Pop mashup series. Drew Smith - "Smoke & Mirrors" [Listen] I see fire in your eyes, you can't smoke me out, not this time. To me, this song describes the smokes and mirrors there are in any relationship, and that feeling of being able to see things so clearly, feeling as if you and the other person are a reflection of one another, until smoke comes and begins to cloud up any notions of a happy relationship and it becomes a mess. Kristin and I first heard Drew Smith at Max Wray's Rent Party last summer. When I first learned that Drew had outsourced his video to India, I was excited to see how the music video captured the message in the song. I'm sure he had the same thoughts as he anxiously awaited to see the final cut. Well, it's definitely something. I suggest you listen to the song first and then watch the video. I love both the simplicity of the song and the video and how these two things are so different, yet so alike. From the beautiful Indian outfits to the traditional dancing, colourful powder thrown in celebration and the portrayal of Hindu deities, I felt proud watching this video which reflects my heritage and for Drew for his success, as is always nice to see from a local musician. Ray LaMontagne - "Let It Be Me" [Listen] Thats when you need someone, someone that you can call. And when all your faith is gone, feels like you can't go on, let it be me. My friend and fellow YCI volunteer, Duncan, first told me about Ray LaMontagne in Tanzania, as he sat listening to his iPod, refusing to give me any details beyond a name (noting that it was a French name) and the fact that he was AMAZING, a LEGEND. Of course, he eventually gave in and educated me as per a deal we'd made and after listening to some of his tunes, I am officially a fan. He's pretty amazing. This song was one of many recommendations by Duncan and it's become a favourite of mine. I was so taken with Ray's raspy, raw, warm vocals that convey that feeling of wanting to be that person for someone as much as they have been there for you. The simple musical arrangement compliments Ray's voice well and allows it to shine. I would definitely love to see him live; I can almost imagine him performing in a place like Artword Artbar or Homegrown Hamilton, with the lights dimmed low, the audience sitting in silence, taking in the magic of Ray. Glee Cast - "Without You" (David Guetta feat. Usher cover) [Listen] I am lost, I am vain, I will never be the same without you. As Kristin is our resident Gleek, I have admittedly tuned into Glee from time to time to check out the latest with the kids at McKinley High. I also happened to tune into this episode, centered around finding the perfect song for Mr. Schue to sing for his proposal to Emma Pillsbury. But enough about Glee. This song, originally by David Guetta and Usher, caught my ear from the moment I first heard it and after watching Lea Michele's performance of the song on Glee, I was blown away. Her version embodied that feeling of being without and the fear of losing someone and this cover definitely brought out that raw emotion. Lea is a powerhouse; her strong vocals and her ability to bring this club hit down a notch, stripping away everything else to make it a simple ballad, is why I like this song. Sara London - "Breathe" [Listen] I'll never leave as we can breathe, I wanna breathe with you, together. This song caught my ear at Sara's Mulberry Coffeehouse show and I couldn't wait to hear the finished, mastered version. I got my chance after listening to Sara's EP, Breaking Hearts. This song captures that feeling of wanting to be with someone special, so much so that it's as if you're one being, breathing together and being together. It has a simple R&B melody with a tinkle of the piano and strings that allow Sara to show off her soulful voice and belt this song out.