Seal has spit on me, I’ve been asked about my laundry habits over the phone by Patrick Dempsey and I’ve eaten the greasiest burger I’ve ever had while sitting next to Monica Potter. I’ve even gotten drunk with Jim Gaffigan.
But you guys? Tonight takes the cake when it comes to meeting celebrities and incredible nights.
I have a new love and I haven’t shared him with you. I’m not sure why, except I think it’s because I have issues with sharing and I’m pretty sure I wanted to keep him for myself. And I realize that it’s not fair to you or him, but what can I say? I’m selfish and he’s hot and talented, so therefore, I never shared with you.
Last year, when the family and I drove to New Jersey, Brian and I decided to download all of the songs from Grey’s Anatomy, they seem to have such great music and we have been in a music rut, we were pretty excited about it. So, we turned on my iTouch and hit shuffle and listened and listened and listened. Some songs were pretty good and some songs were just not and then this one song came on and I basically yelled at Brian “WHO IS THIS SINGING?!?!” (I was driving, so I couldn’t look for myself.)
Joshua Radin, he replied. The song? The Fear You Won’t Fall. (side note: go download the song RIGHT NOW.)
We instantly pulled out our Blackberries and typed his name and the song to keep for our records. (yes, we are total geeks.) We listened to the song again and fell in love with it and him even more.
An hour later, another great song came on, “WHO IS THIS SINGING?!?!” I asked Brian.
Joshua Radin. The rest is history. That song? Closer. (side note: go download the song RIGHT NOW.)
Since then, we have purchased almost everything he owns and we love everything he does. His words and his smooth voice are perfection, his songs affect me in such a big way emotionally. He has a song on his new album that if Brian and I were to get married tomorrow, it would be our song. We haven’t had a song like that for ten years. And every couple needs a song like that.
For my birthday, Brian bought me tickets to see him in concert. The concert is tonight.
And thanks to a twist in fate and a wonderful, wonderful woman, WE GET TO MEET HIM BEFORE THE CONCERT. WE GET TO ATTEND THE SOUND CHECK, WE GET TO HAVE ONE AND ONE TIME WITH HIM. AND YES, I KNOW ALL CAPS IS SO ANNOYING, BUT PICTURE ME SCREAMING THIS TO YOU, BECAUSE I AM.
I’m screaming and I’m sweating and I’m all red. And when I meet him, I’ll probably die because that’s what I do when I meet/talk to famous people, I stroke out, I stop breathing, I probably pee a little bit, it’s not pretty, but it will be worth it.
Did I mention he’s best friends with Zac Braff? Zach produced Joshua’s video. (I feel all squishy inside using just their first names. Sorry Mr. Braff and Mr. Radin.)
I’m going to be back here on Thursday to report to you about the dreaminess that this night holds for us, with pictures and interesting stories that hopefully will not involve me tripping, stuttering or sweating. Also? I’ll be giving away his new album, Simple Times to three very, very, very lucky readers.
And if you follow me on twitter, I’m certain I’ll be twittering about tonight. (@foldinglaundry)
In the meantime, do not wait a second and go see the awesomeness that is Joshua Radin. Also, you can vote for his video right here, (I’d Rather Be with You), just click and drag his name into the number one spot and hit submit. so easy. (if you are psychotic like me, you can vote everyday. Just sayin’.)
I better go. I have a giant pimple on my chin that I have to tend to and I need to have a few heart attacks before I leave at two this afternoon. Wish me luck.
(oooooh, I just found out that Joshua Radin’s album Simple Times will be the deal of the day on Amazon tomorrow, Wednesday, for $1.99!)
Lisa Leonard @ http://www.lisaleonardonline.com just posted about him a few days ago! I haven’t checked him out yet, but I’m definitely on my way!
And I’m totally in LOVE with Zach Braff… and I’ve seen Jim Gaffigan twice. He’s my fave comedian. I’ll have to read your Gaffigan post.
Grey’s Anatomy and Private Practice are the two can’t-miss shows in my weekly routine. I just can’t get over Patrick Dempsey being Ronald McDonald Miller in Can’t Buy Me Love!!
I have LOVED Joshua Radin for a while now. You are so damn lucky! “The Fear You Won’t Fall” was my first favorite song I heard of his!! Can you like steal me a used Kleenex or something from his dressing room?! Just kidding. Sort of.
I am so, so, SO jealous biotch! HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!!!
Have so much fun!!! Don’t forget to breathe and take an extra pair of panties.
you are so funny…and totally out of control. ; )
have fun today….did you find something to wear?!
will have to listen to him tonight….thanks for {finally} sharing. =)
I can’t wait to read your tweets about it. Please don’t hyperventilate and faint okay? I still owe you an email!
I am super excited for your Joshua Radin experience, but of all the things you listed, I am definitely most jealous about your getting drunk with Jim Gaffigan! When I wrote a blog post back in August pouting about how I had to give away my Jim Gaffigan ticket due to strep throat, Steph commented and told me how you got to hang with him, and I have been jealous ever since. No lie!
I hope the pimple is all taken care of by this afternoon.
Hope your evening is all that you hope for and more. Looking forward to hearing about it!
I will be following you on Twitter… just don’t faint and leave us all hanging. Maybe Brian can take over if that scenario happens. Also, Zach Braff is probably my favorite actor of all time… I love his style of comedy… so, if he happens to be there, mention that you know this old gal in Rhode Island who will hop on the next train to NJ. It’s only about 3 hours. And one more thing… what is Seal spit really like?
Excuse me? You got drunk with Jim Gaffigan? Details please! He’s freaking hilarious!
As far as this Joshua character, I don’t know him but I think I already love him because of you. Have a great time & I can’t wait to hear all about it!
Thanks for finally letting us in! I like him already!
Can’t wait to read about your experience!
Wow…what an exciting evening you have planned!! I have never heard of Joshua Radin…but I will check him out! I hope you have a new cute outfit! Have fun and I look forward to hearing all about it!!
I will definitely be checking out Joshua Radin. However I think you need to share your drunk story to appease your fans.
sweet!!! have a great time! can’t wait to hear all about it!
I have loved Joshua Radin’s songs from Grey’s, but never thought to look into him further. Dumb, I know! I’m listening to his music streaming on his website and LOVING it! I will definitely be downloading that $1.99 album tomorrow. Thanks for letting the secret out! Hope you have a blast tonight!
So jealous of you and your pimple.
Have fun!!
You can already get the album for $1.99. I just downloaded it a minute ago! GO NOW!!You don’t have to spend another day without it!!
Um, thanks a lot for a new obsession Beth. It’s all I need. I love him! have so much fun tonight!!! Give him a big wet smooch…wait, Brian will be with you…give him a big high five
I think you said something about Patrick Dempsey, but all I can say is YOU GOT TO HANG OUT WITH JIM GAFFIGAN?!?!? That is so very cool. I know this post was about your new love, Josh Radin, but I went back and read about Jim Gaffigan, and I’m just so impressed/jealous/something.
I really enjoy him on My Boys, but his stand up is HI-larious!! Wow. Just…wow.
And now, okay, I’m going to read about Patrick Dempsey.
I do love all the music from Grey’s. I hope you have a great time tonight. You need it. I can’t wait for the details.
OK. I’m an idiot. As I was stowing away on a train to NJ, I realized that the concert is WHERE YOU LIVE. Ah-ha moment for me. Anyway… I can’t make it that far, even if my boy-toy Zac happens to be there with his friend, Joshua. Have a wonderful time… and Twitter away (now that sounds obscene). Just don’t be Twittering with Zac.
I have Closer on my iPod already. I LOVE IT! Have a fab time tonight!
have an absolute blast of a time tonight – you deserve to let your hair down!
and thanks for the introduction – don’t mind me while I steal your boyfriend…
I will definitely look into him! Hope you have a blast! This post made me laugh alot
I just bought his album for $1.99! I already love it! Thanks for the good music tip! I can totally see myself grooving to his sounds…so peaceful and beautiful!
I LOVE ZACH BRAFF!!!! and I became a fan of Joshua Radin from Zach’s movies…. Garden State and Last Kiss…you have to get those soundtracks!!!! (Actually…I’m sure you already have them) Also, if you haven’t already…you have to hear Damien Rice. I’M SO JEALOUS!! and happy for you!!
yeah, I really appreciate another thing to obsess over. I bought Simple Times but I can’t find that The Fear That You Won’t Fall song anywhere. what cd is it on? or did he just do it for Grey’s?
I can’t wait to hear about your night and I especially can’t wait to see pictures! Lucky, lucky you!
I have no idea who he is but I’m going to go look him up if he is so good that he induced a RASH!!! I can’t wait to hear all about it and see the pictures and just writhe in a jealous fit because you get to meet so many awesomely fantastic people.
I meant it! I just downloaded that song “Bring it on home to me” and that might be the SEXIEST song I’ve ever heard a pasty-white guy sing in the history of the world. Whoooa!
Seriously, you just cost me, like, $12!!
Beth, I have fallen in love. Thanks for the introduction! Hope you had a BLAST yesterday!!!
Awesome! You lucky girl you!
Thanks Beth! I just bought the album
very cool!! i can’t wait to hear about it!!
Whoa! I’m in love…downloaded his latest on Amazon and can’t stop listening. He’s dreamy! Hope he was even better in person!
Thanks for filling me in on Joshua Radin. For a $1.99 I couldn’t help but check him out and I love it!! The best thing I have bought under two bucks in a long time! Hope you had fun at the concert!
Thanks for introcuding me to Joshua Radin’s music – it’s great! Can’t wait to hear all about the concert!
I am listening to Joshua Radin right now and feel compelled to thank you for sharing him. I downloaded his albums after reading this, and I am IN LOVE with his music. And it doesn’t hurt that he’s a cutie too!