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The Jackal
Artists mentioned:All the 2008 election hubbub has gotten me in the mood to re-watch every episode of one of my favorite television shows of all time, The West Wing. Since I can't afford the complete series boxed set, I added all seven seasons to my Netflix queue and managed to get...(read full post)
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Looking at Them's Favorites of 2007
Artists mentioned:Hey guys! It’s been almost two months since I showed my raggedy ass around this place. You’re used to that, though, right? To be completely honest, I’m seriously considering putting this blog out of its misery. I just haven’t had the time, or the inspiration, to update. I’m still going...(read full post)
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Tori Amos - Indianapolis, 11.2.07
Artists mentioned:I saw my only show of Tori Amos's current American Doll Posse tour last night in Indianapolis at the Murat Theatre (one of my favorite venues). This is the first time since 1996 that I'll only be seeing one show. It just isn't in my budget, financially or time-wise, to...(read full post)
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If I Could've Snuck On the Tour Bus...
Artists mentioned:Okay, so, I lied. Regular posting hasn't resumed. Work has literally been a circus and I am just now figuring out how to exit the clown car. Being so stressed out has sucked all the creative energy out of me, so I just haven't been up to posting. But, it's...(read full post)
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Oh My God...Literally
Artists mentioned:Sorry I've been MIA the last week or so. I had hoped to post a glorious entry on Saturday about the amazing time I had seeing my buddies, Oh My God, play at the Gypsy Hut in Cincinnati Friday night. Unfortunately, the guys were involved in a very serious car...(read full post)
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Wednesday is Prince Day!
Artists mentioned:So, it looks like Prince wants to start suing a lot of people. Again. Whether or not he will "reclaim the 'net" remains to be seen. My guess is he will alienate a lot of his fans, which is territory he's not unfamiliar with.That aside, today's Prince Day post is...(read full post)
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Yeah, I Worked with Prince
Artists mentioned:Regular readers of this blog know that Wednesday is Prince Day. I mean, what better way to get you through the rest of the week than a little bit from Mr. Nelson?Mondays can be pretty rough, so I'm starting a new Monday feature to help make sure the week starts...(read full post)
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Soundtrack Weekend - Date with an Angel
Artists mentioned:You're engaged to be married to a wealthy cosmetic heiress. You are "kidnapped" from your engagement party by three of your friends to attend the wild bachelor party they have concocted at your apartment. You awake from a party-induced sleep to find a beautiful, injured angel in your swimming pool....(read full post)
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Wednesday is Prince Day!
Artists mentioned:"Anotherloverholenyohead" is becoming my favorite track from the 1986 Prince & The Revolution album Parade. The more I listen to it, the more I love it. I dare you to listen to this song and not immediately start shaking your ass.This was the third single from Parade, and it didn't...(read full post)
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Soundtrack Weekend - Desperately Seeking Susan
Artists mentioned:Desperately Seeking Susan created quite a stir when it was released because it was the film debut of a hot new pop star by the name of Madonna. For someone whose film career has been hit-or-miss ever since, this is quite a good performance by Madge. Of course, her character,...(read full post)
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Soundtrack Weekend - Weird Science
Artists mentioned:This classic John Hughes flick was a staple in my household when I was a kid. Any time it was on cable, my brother and I would eagerly watch it, reciting dialogue right along with the actors. It just never got old. The fantastic and hilarious scenes are numerous. And,...(read full post)
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Ten Years
Artists mentioned:So, today is the 10th anniversary of Princess Diana's death. I was never one that really followed the royals, but I was upset when I learned of her death. I always thought she was an enigmatic, yet sad, figure. She always seemed like someone who would sit with you and...(read full post)
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Wednesday is Prince Day!
Artists mentioned:The first Prince album I ever bought was Diamonds and Pearls. I was in 8th grade and bought the cassette at a Sam Goody during a trip to the mall with some of my friends. It was a memorable purchase for a couple of different reasons. One, all of the...(read full post)
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The Puppini Sisters - Martyr's, Chicago, 8/24/07
Artists mentioned:I just spent an extremely fun weekend in Chicago. Although I'm quite exhausted today, the 10 hours in the car and 8 hours total sleep I got were totally worth it. Thanks to all my Chicago buds for showing me such a great time. I'll be back soon.The purpose for...(read full post)
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Going to a Show...A Rufus Wainwright Show
Artists mentioned:I have a big weekend ahead of me, and it all starts tonight at Columbus, Ohio's Lifestyle Communities Pavillion (aka PromoWest). I'm heading up there to catch Rufus Wainwright and I couldn't be more excited. This is actually the first time I'm catching Rufus on his own tour. The other...(read full post)
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Wednesday is Prince Day!
Artists mentioned:No, kids, your eyes aren't deceiving you...I'm posting TWICE in one day! It's been awhile since I did Prince Day post, and believe me, I've missed doing them. Since my last Prince Day post, the man has released a new album...and my Prince collection has grown exponentially.When I was five...(read full post)
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Soundtrack Weekend - The Idolmaker
Artists mentioned:I have a confession to make: I watched this movie because of Prince. I've read in a couple of biographies about him that this movie was part of the inspiration for his creation of some of his most famous side projects, like The Time. As someone who wants to see...(read full post)
