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Oh, the Cuteness: Feist on Sesame Street

BuzzSugar — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:30:50 PDT

"One two three four, monsters walking across the floor. I love counting, counting to the number four. . . Whoaaaa-uh-oh, we're counting to four!" I honestly don't believe it gets any cuter than those lyrics that Feist changed ever so slightly from her big hit song "1 2 3 4" for her appearance on Sesame Street.

It's such a natural fit seeing the talented singer strolling along that famous childhood street with muppets bouncing along with her, equally excited about counting to four. And so, Sesame Street just gets that much more awesome.

This video is pure joy. It also reminded me that counting actually is fun, and that there was a time when figuring out math problems using my fingers didn't make me look like an idiot.

This clip will air on the premiere of Sesame Street's 39th season (!!!) August 11. Check out what some of the mommy readers on Lil think of the video, and to see the cuteness for yourself,

Fall Mood: Fringe, Feathers, and Fur

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 11:00:05 PDT

As we get deeper into the season - and the cold - we're switching up our getup for cool textural influences. To see what we mean, check out our Fall mood board showing you our latest inspiration and the lust list that comes with it. Isabel Marant's Fall runway kick-started our need for soft sweaters, fringe, and feathers while Proenza Schouler furthered our crush with its amazing green and black macramé skirt. Accessories took the route of standout statements via Eddie Borgo earrings, Givenchy clutch, and a furry confection from Helmut Lang. Of course, slick street style also played a role in our Fall mood along with our new favorite album from Feist; she sets the mood perfectly so.

Left to right: Isabel Marant Fall '11 runway, Helmut Lang Styx Large Shearling Folding Clutch, Anthropologie Alabaster Tassels Sweater, Feist Metals Album, Proenza Schouler Macramé Skirt, Eddie Borgo Feather Earrings, Givenchy Clutch, NYFW Street Style

Photo courtesy of Phil Oh and Getty

Editor's Picks: Entertainment Must Haves For October

BuzzSugar — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 14:30:15 PDT

There are a ton of great movies, TV, and music coming our way in October, including George Clooney's presidential run in The Ides of March, the creepy new series American Horror Story, and Feist's latest album, Metals. Check out those and a few other offerings that the BuzzSugar editors are looking forward to in the next month and get excited for Fall entertainment!

An Indie Wedding: An Alternative Approach to Reception Music

BuzzSugar — Mon, 09 May 2011 14:29:43 PDT

If your music collection is stuffed with indie rock staples, you don't have to put them aside while planning your wedding playlist. Mainstream dance tunes just aren't every couple's style, and there are plenty of indie songs with a good beat that will get the crowd grooving.

Don't be afraid to wander off the proverbial beaten path when compiling your reception playlist. If this is the kind of music you and your fiancé enjoy most, it will have more meaning. Just because Sinatra didn't croon it (or Timbaland didn't produce it) doesn't mean it's not wedding-appropriate or fun.

I put together a playlist of good reception songs from smaller artists - including some tunes that are pretty and others that are straight-up fun to dance to. Whether you're looking to go all indie or just want to sprinkle in something a little different between your oldies and your retro tunes, these songs are a good start. Are there any indie bands or songs you'd love to hear at a wedding? To check out my playlist,

read more. Slow: "You & I" by Wilco "Marry Song" by Band of Horses "Publish My Love" by Rogue Wave "The Luckiest" by Ben Folds "I Will Follow You Into the Dark" by Death Cab For Cutie "Sea of Love" by Cat Power "Simplest Love" by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros "Flightless Bird, American Mouth" by Iron & Wine "Sleepwalkin'" by Modest Mouse "Waste" by Phish "Hold You in My Arms" by Ray LaMontagne "First Day of My Life" by Bright Eyes "Question" by Old 97's "When the Stars Go Blue" by Ryan Adams "Ambulance" by TV on the Radio "Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating in Space" by Spiritualized "Blower's Daughter" by Damien Rice "You Can Have It All" by Yo La Tengo "Eyes" by Rogue Wave "Let's Dance" by M. Ward "Book of Love" by the Magnetic Fields "Melt With You" by Nouvelle Vague Upbeat: "When I'm With You" by Best Coast "Mushaboom" by Feist "The Sweetest Thing" by Camera Obscura "Home" by Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros "I Was Made For You" by She & Him "Heart" by Stars "Do You Realize" by The Flaming Lips "Sweet Disposition" by Temper Trap "I'll Be Your Man" by The Black Keys "Cameras" by Matt & Kim

Gwen Stefani Rocks Elle's Women in Music Issue With Talk of Gavin, Pregnancy, and Being Vain

Lauren Turner — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 03:03:00 PDT

Gwen Stefani landed on the cover of Elle's May Women in Music issue. The singer is currently working on her seventh album with No Doubt and she also has her hands full with her sweet sons. Jennifer Hudson, who has her own adorable little guy, Willow Smith, Adele, and Florence Welch are some of the other artists featured in the magazine along with Aretha Franklin, Nicki Minaj and Feist. All the ladies chatted with Elle about their work, though Gwen got personal and touched on her husband, Gavin Rossdale, her appearance, and pregnancy. Here's more:

Gwen on Gavin: “The first time we ever kissed was right around Valentine’s Day - we were in New Orleans on tour. So, yeah, I always think about that because it’s unbelievable that we’ve been able to stay together. I feel so proud of us - it’s one of my biggest achievements.”
Gwen on her appearance: “I mean, I’m very vain. That would be my middle name. Of course I am, you know what I mean? I love the visual."
Gwen on performing while pregnant: “It was horrible. Certain songs would make me want to puke. You feel pretty gross when you are first pregnant. You don’t feel cute, you feel disgusting. You’re getting fat. It was hard.”
Jennifer on the changes in her life: “My surroundings and my lifestyle are different, and it’s like, what part of Jennifer is the same as 10 years ago? The only thing I have to hold on to is my voice.”