Welcome to my stop on the Naughty New Years Bloghop
It’s that time again! When all of us to reflect on 2012 and figure out what the hell we’re going to do about that shiny new year staring us in the face.
Author-wise, I’ve got a lot of plans this year. I’m starting a new project with my best friend, Cari Quinn, and we’re so excited about it! We’re writing an ultra sexy series called Lost in Oblivion that chronicles the band Oblivion.
Our first book will tell the origin story of Oblivion as they go from a garage band with a dream, to the reality of insta-fame thanks to a breakout song for a Soundtrack. We’re going to do that through a teaser novella that will come out in the next few months. Then really push boundaries with longer novels that go in depth with all the individual band members.
Is there anything sexier than a lead singer that looks like this? 
or how about a bassist that looks like this: 
Umm… Yes please.
Oh and putting together a website for it. Even more fun! (I’m a freak. I love designing sites.)
As an author a new year is full of new projects, a new calendar, and so many possibilities. We want the next year to be better than the last. Even MORE than we want to plan that New Year, New You plan that always ends in a gym membership you won’t really use. LOL
But one thing we can do is give everyone a chance to win something they really WILL use. Everyone that enters a reply here not only gets a chance to win my giveaway, but they’re entered in a GRAND PRIZE giveaway that includes a $100 Gift Certificate to EdenFantasys.
GRAND PRIZE GIFT CARD
AND 10 sexy books to put all those toys, candles, and bubble bath to good use.
Gift Bag of Super Sexy Books
To enter it’s REALLY easy! All you have to do is REPLY to this question. Since I’m writing a series about musicians I want to know what attracts you to a musician? Is it the talent, the look, a combination, or is it something else completely?
And if you don’t give a crap about musicians in books tell me why. Because I’m seriously curious. 
Reply here for a chance to win one of my books (in the ebook format of your choice) from my catalog.
Oh and don’t forget to visit all the other blogs for more prizes PLUS increase your chances for the grand prize!
Definitely a combination of both for me at least.
And I’m so excited to read the new series from you and Cari Quinn!
YAY! Thanks, Erica. We’re really excited about it.
I’m definitely the combo type too.
Thanks for the great giveaway! Definitely the look and the talent are both important. And it helps if they sing songs about love…
thompsonem3(at)aol(dot)com
*sigh* Songwriting is big for me too. Thanks for stopping by, Ellen!
Good luck.
for me, it’s a combination of both. I love drummers of rock bands and paino for the singer/songwriter. Love a guy with an edge and a softer side. Multi talented is always nice too. Thanks for the contest and the blog.
deb ;0)
deb830(at)hotmail(dot)com
Debra,
Then you should love this one. Drummer is a kickass chick that plays drums and keyboards. Jazz is going to be so fun!
Thanks for stopping by.
Thanks for a great giveaway! Happy New Year!!
Gale Nelson
pgan427 at yahoo dot com
The look of complete concentration…narrowed eyes, pursed lips, tense jawline…
That’s just mean, Rhonda. And I like how you think. Heh.
THanks for commenting.
I think for me it’s 70% the talent, 30% the look. Thanks for the giveaway!
tabooreviews(at)outlook(dot)com
You’re a good woman, Lolita. Some would go the other way around.
I completely agree.
For me it a combination of talent, a great voice and good looks… That 3 really make me wild. A combo like that never hurt anyone, honestly!
valy02sam (AT) hotmail (DOT) fr
Combo meal it is. LOL thanks for stopping by. I do love a man that can be a perfect trifecta.
The look helps, but it’s about the talent and how well he rocks the stage. Also, if he is a songwriter, that helps!
kristinelaw03(at)gmail(dot)com
Kat,
Absolutely!! Can’t abide by a man that doesn’t write his own music. An impressive guitar slung around his back as he’s prowling the stage doesn’t hurt either.
Oh it is definitely a combo of talent and look, but of course the look is hard to resist.
lilypondreads at gmail dot com
Happy New Year! Thanks for a chance to win. I’d choose a combo of the two.
i think its a combo of both and the sexy bad boy image that comes with them
meandi09@yahoo.com
I married a drummer. There was just something about watching him play. The talent but also that he was doing something he was great at and enjoyed.
jess820@gmail.com
It is the look and it helps if they have talent. I usually go for the lead singer or the guitarist. Thanks for being part of the hop. Hope you have a great 2013.
Emily
emilyb0924 at gmail dot com
It’s definitely a combination for me! (Plus, since I tend to slash band members in my head, I also like their chemistry onstage!)
vitajex(at)aol(dot)com
Nice point and thanks for the thoughtful reply!
*stuffs that into back of moi brain*
lol
It is a combination of both plus a really good story!
susanmplatt AT hotmail DOT com
Definately a combination of both. But I do have to say that I find I drop when I hear a really sexy voice. But I love bad boy musicians too!
mrs.robinbird@gmail.com
For me it’s all about the voice. I love a sexy barritone or deep bass voice. I’m usually more into a singer than the rest of the band. Voices literally make me melt. Great idea and I can’t wait to read the books.
kesummer69(at)gmail(dot)com
I always go for the voice…a deep gravelly voice
rmwyer at shaw dot ca
it’s got to be stage presence and the body language for me, not just the voice or way they play their instrument.
Thanks for the great giveaway! I always go for the voice…a deep gravelly voice
parisfan_ca@yahoo.com
The talent and the looks! I love it when they pour their heart and soul into their music.
angiek@cfu.net
it’s always appealing when the musician has both looks and talent! Sexy! thank you for sharing in the hop!
jukyjoauka (at) aol (dot) com
It is both the sultry looks and voice. that sleepy bedroom look with dark hair and an air of mystery, with a dark deep sultry voice.
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vera28546 at yahoo (dot) com
Musicians aren’t my thing. I have never really thought about why though. I guess it is because I don’t see either them or actors as real people. When I watch them they are interesting but that is just not who they are, that is only a persona they project.
Thank you.
Melissa
abinormyl AT gmail DOT com
NICE reply. Thank you.
And I think that’s true. They want their persona to come forward, not always themselves.
Which…for me, makes me want to delve into the character. Thanks for stopping by.
Hi! Happy New Years! Like Laurie, its the voice and the lyrics that they are singing. I also like one that can strum a guitar. Thanks for the awesome hop and all the giveaways! This is so fun! I love these hops! I always meet new authors, reconnect with old ones and my TBR list grows by leaps and bounds! Thank you!! Have a great day! Best wishes and many blessings to you!
shadowluvs2read(at)gmail(dot)com
Thanks for the great hop.
magic5905 at embarqmail dot com
What draws me to a musician is the music, if the lyrics touch me and the music makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up, I pay attention. Some musicians are really great at expressing their emotions through their songs. Thats what makes the singer beautiful to me. Well, a hot bod always helps too!
Omg I am so excited to read that you are working on a musician series. You know I will be along for that ride. So you want to know what it is about musicians that does it for me, well let me tell you that I am not too sure exactly what it is. I think part of it is the swagger, the shear raw power of commanding an audience. It’s that I’ve got you right where I want you, and I am taking you where I want you to go attitude that I find very appealing and oh so very hot!! Now that being said, my ideal sexy musician is also somewhat humble. He knows what hes got and he’s not afraid to use it but he also doesn’t take it for granted. There is just something about that musician sharing their talent and taking me on a journey whether its through theIreland whaling on the guitar or belting out a tune, its such a rush. Another thing I discovered is that it doesn’t necessarily have to be a guy either- I recently went to a Heart concert and was just blown away. While Nancy Wilson was up there shredding away on her guitar and Ann was belting out those lyrics I couldn’t help my self from saying “Holy Shit it’s even Hot when a chick does it! So there you have it, a little insight into what does it for me and somehow I have no doubt that your new series will be just what I like. Rock On Ms Taryn and I nope to see you on the road
Hello my lovely. Thanks so much for stopping by and this awesome post.
I know exactly how you feel about the female leads too. Losing yourself in the music isn’t bound by sexuality in any way. And sweet hello, Nancy can SING IT!
Lucky I have both boys and girls in my series. We have a kickass female drummer that will be a whole lot of trouble.
Some of it is just the talent, some the presence, and some looks help. I think it’s a combination. If you go just for the one thing, something is probably lacking. Thank you for the giveaway.
cmucha319@yahoo.com
A musician series? OMG!! Can’t wait to read that! To answer your question, for me it’s the look and talent of course, but these need to be also combined with the emotions and passion they deliver when singing a song. And please… never any lipsynching!! I can’t stand that.
If a singer has the look, the talent, the emotions and the passion… like a certain Jon Bon Jovi, I’m sold!!
Happy New Year everyone!!
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Lipsynching!! That’s the devil!! Not in my books. Thanks Johanne. Yes, Mr Bon Jovi is definitely more than inspirational in my eyes.
Usually musicians are too skinny for me. I like fellas with a little more meat on their bones. It must be the big girl in me!
catherinelee100 at gmail dot com
LOL! Agreed. Good thing I like my guys beefy and muscular.
I think I’ll say voice first since I’m likely to hear someone before I see them (radio or recording) and that will grab me before I can see how sexy he is but I always judge a book on the story!
Beth hotreaderbethy(at)hotmail(dot)com
A musician!? Yummy! I love their attitude! Just the arrogance and cockiness of a musician makes me hot!
stephstime@cox.net
Hmmm…definitely a combination of looks, the voice, the music, talent & a few tattoos.
JessieL62 at comcast dot net
It’s a combination of looks, talent and personality. There is nothing worst, in my opinion than a great looking talent that is an asshole. Thanks for being in the Naughty Blog Hop. roya-clan@sbcglobal.net
Looks and talent! Lenny Kravitz came to mind when I answered this question.
Happy New Year and thanks for the giveaway.
asiancocoa94 at aol dot com
It’s all about the voice for me. Of course, being attractive DEFINITELY helps lol. Thanks for the giveaway
jillynann(at)gmail(dot)com
Their music and the way they look. If they look good but have bad music i don’t fall for them. Thanks for the great giveaway and Happy new Years!
red_tigergirl2(at)hotmail(dot)com
Musicians are sexy men. Just look at Adam Levine from Maroon 5. Need I say more.
coach4kat(at)gmail(dot)com
Talent first & foremost…they wouldn’t be a band/singer if they didn’t have some sort of talent. Then looks do factor in, then there is attitude and how they carry themselves in public.
Happy New Year!
Kleah921(at)gmail(dot)com
Ya know, I’ve never really thought about it before. I’m thinking that the photos you’ve put up, are perfect in every way. I like tattoos, no wait, I love tattoos! If Mr. Jared up there had tats………holy schmoly!
Thank you for the chance…
Sebrina_Cassity at yahoo dot com
Heh. Exactly.
There will be tats on quite a few of our boys.
I love sleeves. They make my head spin and my spine go liquid.
YUM.
Looks like you’ll like Ben then if you win.
Holiday Sparks boy is a tattoo artist. Heh.
Musicians are artists of a sort and there’s just something about a man with the talent and passion that drives his art. That and most artists are really good with their hands…
always.and.never AT gmail DOT com
Heh. Agreed Rhianna. SO agreed.
It’s a combination of a few things. I love music so a talented musician is sexy but combine it with the edgy sexy look, naughty smirk, bad boy persona and a purring voice and there’s no competition!Plus musicians just seem to know they are in a league of their own! Sexy is when they ooze confidence and grace without trying but still have charm!
Absolutely. There’s something about a man’s confidence that will do it every time.
What attracts me is the talent. The skill that it takes to make music and know that the music is in their minds and hearts and comes out expressed through their hands or voices which can have an amazing effect on a person.
penumbrareads(at)gmail(dot)com
The look is nice but its nothing without the talent.
I figure if a man can play an instrument so well, he’ll be able to play me just as good.
Now THAT is a good point.
That’s a good question – I think I like musicians because I imagine they must be good with their hands.
jochibi AT yahoo DOT com
I love romances about musicians. I guess it makes me think of having someone famous like an “ordinary” girl…sigh, woman…like me. Nice to dream about!
books4me67 at ymail dot com
Jon Bon Jovi enough said
Happy New Year ! It’s been so long since I been by your blog and I need to snag up your books too.
Donna(Jonnysgina)
vampiremistress2010(at)gmail(dot)com
LOL Thanks, Donna. Happy New Year sweetie.
I think looks and talent and I love acoustic guitars. Thanks for the giveaway! Happy New Year!
the way he uses his hands to make music come alive. especially if he closes his eyes and lets the music flow through his hands…. and if it is a slow song….
mrsbrinius at comcast dot net
Honestly what attracts me to a musician is the voice and their personality. I dont like them to be cocky.. I love to soft voice and how they make a song into real life. Thanks for the giveaway. Happy New Year
lasherjodi@yahoo.com
It’s the total package
Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
cassandrahicks1989@yahoo.com
Singing and confidence
It is the package but it must include the old standby great personality. or at least the appearance of one. Thanks for being part of the hop and for the great prize. lisagk(at)yahoo(dot)com
To answer your question about what draws me to musicians…. well it’s a variety of things. Their personal style of what they wear, the type of music they sing, the songs themselves, and if they play an instrument, well the way they play that instrument. For example: I LOVE guitarists. The personal touches they put in their playing style, the way they sing, the way they dress… it’s all cohesive. It’s not just the fact that they play music… it’s everything.
That’s my answer… and my entry to your sweepstakes.
aww thanks for stopping by Andrea.
Guitar is a particular passion of mine as well.
Every single one is different. Even if they play the exact same song, it will be a different flavor.
For me it is about the passion.. if they love music it you can see it in their eyes, feel it in their touch. Also tattoos and swagger helps.
Hotness, looks, control and stamina!
realityfun2@gmail.com
Ok so i totally think books about musicians is hot… I personally think that jazz players and “rock” musicians have a totally sexy vibe… Music lets someone into your soul and if they can write, sing and play that it i am done lol… Hubby can’t sing a note but he has great taste in music and takes me some of the best jazz/blues clubs we can find ahhh Savannah,GA had some good ones and we always had a good time. Looks are good but talent and personality will always get the girl.
j.m.platt83@gmail.com
oooh. I totally agree. I swear, the saxophone is one of the most delicious instruments ever. And I bet Savannah is full of amazing musicians. That is definitely on my bucket list.
Musicians are hot… I never thought about why
alinutza4u2004[at]yahoo[dot]co[dot]uk
Let’s see…the talent, the confidence, and the look. Just imagining a hot guy that has all of this and is ready and willing to sing to me makes me weak in the knees. lol
Deidre
deidre_durance(at)hotmail(dot)com
I’d say it’s a combo of all 3…
mwall416 at gmail dot com
its an attitude!!! looks dont hurt either LOL
moonfairy521 at aol dot com
Looking forward to reading this! Very exciting!
I’d say its attitude…and voice…My husband knows if i ever leave him it will be for someone with a very deep voice that just makes me shiver
Happy New Year
stardf(at)gmail(dot)com
LOL Get out of jail free card indeed.
STACEY’s the winner of the Blog Hop!! Congrats!!
For me its all about the voice and the words!! The voice has to send a chill down my back when I hear his voice on the radio and make me want to sing along!! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!!
viajeradelmar@aol.com
Happy New Year!
aprilnu2003(at)yahoo(dot)com
The deep, sexy voice of a musician is really important along with the swagger and the bad boy outside, but the hidden romantic on the inside.
I think it´s a combo of looks, attitude and talent, but i´m a bit catious, since they´re usually players, too =)
Thanks for the giveaway & Happy New Year!
//Linda
fr_larsson at hotmail dot com
It is a combination of talent, personality, and looks. With those three, a musician can ooze sex appeal.
Thanks,
booklover0226 at gmail dot com
i am not much of a music fan but i had the biggest crush on david bowie when i was younger and it was definitely the look not the music
kaholgate at ymail dot com
For me it’s a voice that caresses my soul. Sting’s I Burn for You makes me weak in the knees…
Thanks for the great giveaway! I love discovering new authors!
Karen
whitk227 (at) gmail (dot) com
OMG this is totally on one of my playlists. I listened to that song on repeat a million times for a scene. Holy hanna.
I like artistic personalities, even more so when the sensitive artist is hidden under a bad boy persona, as is found so often with musicians.
dancingcelt at gmail dot com
I like their personality. The ones I know tend be very outgoing.
wildnmild4u at yahoo dot com
For me it’s the combination.
Thanks for the chance to win!
Happy New Year!
natasha_donohoo_8 at hotmail dot com
Every musician I’ve ever met that drew me in was a drummer, there’s something very understated about the drummer, they don’t get half the attention the flashy front men do and yet they’re the glue that holds the band together. And have you seen those arms! YUM!
Plus every drummer I’ve ever met seems to have a very naughty playful side . . . *sigh*
There’s just something about muso’s isn’t there?
Anyway, great question!
I can’t wait for this book, it sounds right up my alley!
Thanks so much for the giveaway and Happy New Year!
carmenheartshugs@gmail.com
Great reply Carmen. And I totally agree.
Talk about stamina too.
SO glad you’re excited.
I love the talent, but I tend to be attracted to the tattooed shirtless drummers. lol A sexy voiced lead singer doesn’t hurt either.
spdrs_bb_mama(at)yahoo(dot)com
the tattoos
Happy new year!
bn100candg(at)hotmail(dot)com
Gee lots of things. They are all a little different. But I definitely love a man who can either sing or play an instrument.
xstitchdiva(at)att(dot)net
I think it is the whole stage presence/charisma thing! So sexy!!
Thanks for doing the hop!!
grapeapril75(AT)gmail(DOT)com
Talent defiantly I find it sexy if a man can play an interment!
starrynightbookreviews@gmail.com
The talent is the most important thing. That, and the songs they write/sing. For example, I love Fun’s lead singer even though he’s not really considered a hottie, but I absolutely love him and his music.
tiger-chick-1(at)hotmail(dot)com
Talent draws me in
smurfettev AT gmail DOT com
I do love reading about them all kinds of hotness
Thank you for the great giveaway and fun blog hop! I wish you very Happy New Year!
Latisha D
tishajean@ charter.net
A combination; the talent, the look, charisma, heart, definitely sex appeal. Musicians can be good, but when they lack humility it takes away from the attraction, at least for me. I don’t like arrogant people that includes the pretty crowd. Thanks for the giveaway!
Neyra
darkestaddictions@yahoo.com
There seems to be that “bad boy” image that comes with musicians. Lends itself to the sex appeal. I have read a few with musicians and liked them.
Mel
bournmelissa at hotmail dot com
His voice. Thanks for the giveaway and Happy New Year!!!!! I can’t wait for all the new books that will be coming out in 2013!
readingdiva@ymail.com
i LOVE musicians. i love the passion, especially if they write their own stuff. and i just think people that can play music and sing well are freaks of nature and i am humbled by the talent. it takes a lot of dedication and it is just hot when someone works so hard for something they love. thanks for the hop! happy 2013.
pepperpenn42 at gmail dot com
I totally agree.
IT takes a special sort of someone to let the music own them because it usually does. Heart and soul.
Thank you everyone. The responses have been AMAZING. Thoughtful, funny and everything in between. I’m glad to see there’s some interest in my project with Cari Quinn.
We’re so damn excited!
You guys have been SO awesome on this hop. And it’s all thanks to Skye Warren, so make sure you at least land on her page.
What a fabulous opportunity she put together for all of us authors.