Fall Preview: A look at the most anticipated Albums in this fall’s music line-up!

Coldplay, Mylo Xyloto: October 25
For all you crazy Coldplay fans out there, I’m sure you know well how the group’s latest studio effort was intended for a 2010 release but got delayed for almost a full year. Now that it’s ready for release, the group is hoping for a successful debut on the charts and radio. The first single off the album, Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall, has sold over a million copies worldwide since it’s June release, and peaked at number four on the US charts. No track listing has been released for the album yet, but rumored tracks include Charlie Brown, Major Minus, and Moving to Mars. If the new album is anything like their last studio effort, we’re in for a real treat. If any of you have seen the group live, you know that their music is refreshing, original, and they are ridiculously talented musicians. Don’t miss out on what’s to be another hit for these brit-boys!

Drake, Take Care: October 25
Drakes freshman debut, Thank Me Later, came out just last year, and turned the Canadian hip-hop artist into an overnight star. Since then, industry hit-makers have been lining up to work with the young superstar. The track list hasn’t been finalized, but rumored collaborations include Stevie Wonder, Florence (without the machine), Jamie Foxx, The Weekend, Rick Ross, The Neptunes, Justin Timberlake, and Lil Wayne. The first single off the sophomore album, Headlines, came out in August and has had average chart-success, but isn’t showing any sign of slowing down on radio and other outlets. How will this album be different than his first? “"I didn’t get to take the time that I wanted to on that record. I rushed a lot of the songs and sonically I didn’t get to sit with the record and say, 'OK, well maybe I should change this verse.' "Once it was done, it was done. That’s why my new album is called Take Care because I get to take my time this go-round." Sounds like we’ve got something coming that’s been carefully penned for all of you Drake-lovers.

Kelly Clarkson, Stronger: October 24
When Kelly Clarkson releases new music, Kelly Clarkson comes back with a bang. Her highly-anticipated return the music scene this fall has everyone hanging countdown chains on their walls. This female power-house vocalist is infamous for belting fist-pumping anthems and spine-chilling ballads, and is ready to deliver another full set of new music that’s sure to launch her back into the spotlight. Her fifth studio album is the follow-up to the 2009 critical and commercial hit, All I Ever Wanted. The new album is reported to be different than what we’ve heard before, with influences citing Sheryl Crow, Muse, Prince, Radiohead, and Tina Turner. The first single, Mr. Know It All (debuted earlier this month) is making a splash on radio and is quickly climbing the charts. Described as a mix between Bruno Mars and P!nk, the first single is vocally fresh and unique, unlike what most other pop-princesses are clogging the radio with. With the final track list just being announced, we’re all getting more and more excited for new music from our favorite girl-next-door. Here’s a look, to get you by until you can pick up the album on Oct. 24:
1. Mr. Know It All
2. What Doesn’t Kill You
3. Darkside
4. Honestly
5. You Love Me
6. Einstein
7. Standing in Front of You
8. I Forgive You
9. Hello
10. The War is Over
11. Let Me Down
12. You Can’t Win
13. Breaking Your Own Heart


Lady Antebellum, Own The Night, September 13
This country-pop trio has dominated the music industry through 2010 by breaking chart records, pocketing major awards including 5 Grammy’s, and making their stamp on country and top 40 radio. Their latest effort is a follow-up to the flawless Need You Now, which has sold over 3 million copies. If the trio’s single, Just A Kiss is any indicator of what to expect, I’m confident that the new music won’t disappoint. Look at all the future hits off the new album:
1. We Owned the Night
2. Just A Kiss
3. Dancin’ Away With My Heart
4. Friday Night
5. When You Were Mine
6. Cold as Stone
7. Singing Me Home
8. Wanted You More
9. As You Turn Away
10. Love I’ve Found In You
11. Somewhere Love Remains
12. Heart Of The World


Don’t miss releases from some of your other favorite artists:

Scotty McCreery, Clear As Day, October 4
Lauren Alaina, Wildflower, October 11
Evanescense, What You Want,October 11
Florence and the Machine, Title TBD, November
Jo Jonas, Fastlife, October 11
Tony Bennett, Duets II, September 20

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How to Balance a Healthy Lifestyle

* Eat a healthy diet: Visit http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif

* Get enough of sleep: Getting 7-8 hours of sleep each night should give you the energy you need to get you through your busy day!

*Exercise: Walk to the store, ride your bike to work, or take the stairs at school. Every bit helps!

*personal time: Take time out for yourself each and every day to meditate, take a bath, read a juicy novel, or do anything that makes you happy!

*Get a massage: It relaxes your mind and body :)

*Vitamins: Make your daily multivitamin fun by taking Flintstones or Gummies!
Safety Precautions: Wear your seat belt, wear sunscreen, look both ways before crossing the street, and put down that cigarette!

*Annual Check-ups: Dentist appointments and doctor's appointments are essential!

*Socialize: Make new friends, hangout and watch a movie or go out to eat.

*Service: For you and the people you'll serve

*sunshine: Vitamin D is important but make sure you wear sunscreen when you are outside.

*Nature: Hiking, biking, kayaking, snowboarding...anything that gets you out doors feeds your soul.

-Cara

mUsIc

Hi everyone!

My name is Chase Boyle and if you don't know me then I shall tell you now that like most, I am largely affected by music. Music can affect my mood, my demeaner, society and my focus. I've been writing my own music for around five years now and I really get a lot of joy from composing lyrics and melodies together in a twine of sounds and guitar riffs. I would just like to recommend some songs to listen to that I've been enjoying lately. Most of these songs fall under the indie/rock/acoustic genre. If you enjoy any of these please let me know! I love sharing new music and hearing what other people enjoy as well. You can copy and paste these into youtube and they should pop up.

Death Cab for Cutie "Underneath the sycamore."

City and Colour "The Grand optimist."

Pinback "Good to Sea."

Atmosphere "Yesterday."

Kid Cudi "All Along"

Elliott Smith "Angeles"

Two Door cinema Club "What you Know."

Bright Eyes "Shell Games"

Citizen Cope "Lifeline."

Manchester Orchestra "Apprehension." or "Simple Math."

Hope you guys like them.
-Chase

EXERCISE FOR ALL!

One of our many fabulous facilities we have here at Wolverine Crossing is our gym!! YAY! We are fortunate to have such a nice and open gym, with great equipment. Health is really important and keeping our bodies healthy and strong is something that will follow us for the rest of our lives, as well as keeping our minds sharp as we tackle this thing called College. Freshman 15 is VERY common but you can keep that “high school bod” with a few simple exercises and habits while in college, regardless if you are a “Freshman” these can be very beneficial to you!!
5 Exercises you can do in OUR gym that are very valuable:

1. Elliptical machines: Cardio is very important for our heart, keeps us going strong and is also a great way to shed a few extra pounds. Also with the handle option it gives your arms a chance to do some work when your legs get a little on the tired side, naturally helps to tone and strengthen your arms.

2. Dumbell Curls: Start with your elbows to your sides, raise one dumbbell and rotate forearm until forearm is vertical and palm faces shoulder. Lower to original position and repeat with opposite arm. Continue to alternate between sides. Dumbell curls focus on your biceps mostly, also muscles in your forearms. Great exercise for guys and girls! GIRLS: DON’T BE AFRAID TO USE SOME HEAVY WEIGHT, PUSH YOUR SELF YOU WON’T “BULK UP!”

3. Lat Pull Downs: Grasp cable bar with wide grip. Sit with thighs under supports. Pull down cable bar to upper chest. Return until arms and shoulders are fully extended. Repeat. NEVER PULL DOWN BEHIND YOUR HEAD, INJURY MAY OCCUR. This exercise focuses on your Latissimus dorsi which is the largest muscle in your back.

4. Seated Shoulder Press: Position dumbbells to each side of shoulders with elbows below wrists. Press dumbbells upward until arms are extended overhead. Lower to sides of shoulders and repeat. Your shoulder muscles which are called your Deltoids are the main focus of this exercise.

5. Russian Twist. This exercise is great for your abdominals. Which having a strong torso will always keep you on top, it’s the most important for any sport to have toned and tight. You can hold a dumbbell when doing this exercise to add resistance. Make sure you are rotating your torso when moving not moving your arms only.

Now you have it! A great work out that you can do in our great gym! There are MANY, MANY more exercises that our gym offers to help keep us all in shape, if you ever have questions or want help with anything in the gym let me know! I would be more than willing to help you become comfortable in the gym and help you meet your fitness goals whatever level you may be at!

Happy Exercising!!!

-Allina