November 2007
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RZA, hit me with that shit one time
About a month ago I came across Wu’s new track, “Heart Gently Weeps.” As a huge Beatles fan, I instantly fell in love the crossover. The shit caught me off guard and basically blew my mind. In addition to a new take on an old riff from, “While My Guitar Gently Weeps,” the track features Erykah Badu, one of my favorite songstresses of all time. The version I had was...
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touché
As if it’s not enough that I had to legally become a resident of Texas today, this is what I get: At least I’ll remember it easily.
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so wrong, it must be right
Snoop’s new video for Sensual Seduction. Play that key-tar. Snoop Dogg - Sensual Seduction Closed Captioned Uploaded by Elodie-74 The opening scene is so tight. I love the “PLAY” display in the upper left and the shitty tracking to really emphasize the 80’s soul/funk-iness. Hilarious.
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Bobby D
I just saw Todd Haynes’ new Dylan bio-influenced flick, I’m Not There. I’m definitely still wrapping my brain around some parts of the film and references. Immediate reactions are as follows: Cate Blanchett fucking nailed it. SO much symbolism. Very clever with clean editing and detailed cinematography. David Cross as Allen Ginsberg!? YES!!!! Thank you. Sort of confusing. There...
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BEIRUTiful.
When I saw Beirut perform at Emo’s during SXSW last year, I felt my entire body melt at the first verse Zach Condon belted. I’ve pretty much been floored ever since (ba dum bumb). Granted, the initial awe may have dulled a little, but I’m genuinely impressed by what I perceive to be a balance of humility and talent. He’s so comfortable. His appearance is that of a...
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those damn Scandinavians are amazing
It’s not enough for them to be thisclose to being a totally green and sustainable society and have beautiful porcelain skin, they have to totally capitalize on being adorably quirky. It’s no secret that I’m in love with Swedish pop music, and now look what they’ve done: a BEARD CAP. It’s fucking incredible to think there might be a market capitalizing on being this...
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warm blanket
It’s officially the holiday season. That yearly blend of anxiety and excitement mixed with a refreshing cold front is provoking me to find comfort in sentimental details. Certain items, fabrics, movies, books, and albums are like a warm blanket and can substitute the absence of family and familiarity that can often leave me feeling somewhat displaced. My guilty pleasures and go-to vices have...
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brooklyn crews and microbrews
For some reason living in NYC has never appealed to me. I guess the convenience of it’s proximity suited me fine for all my years out east. It was always easily accessible and I ventured in for field trips, broadway shows, holiday shopping, etc. To me, the thrill of going into the city is equal to the relief of leaving it. It’s tiresome to me to live life with horse blinders on, which...
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young and jaded, typically.
The weather is changing to a closer resemblance of November. I’ve been spending a lot of my days reading in bed with the windows open. It feels really refreshing. I’m reveling in the opportunity to layer up and breathe some crisp, cool air. The change has also sparked the realization that Christmas is actually nearing, and being the anal retentive I am, I’m starting to plan my...
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review, reaction, compulsion, whatever.
I went to see Sean Penn’s cinematic interpretation of ‘Into the Wild’ tonight. The movie was a beautiful and evocative tragedy. I related to the boy’s explorative desires and rejection to follow the path his family expected of him as one suitable for himself. I believe in the necessity of adventure to gain the humbling and enlightening lessons that come from the experience of falling on your...
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sunday recharge
I’ve been slacking here, big time. I had so much inspiration when I first returned from my trip. Everything was fresh and my mind was flooded with words, anecdotes, and emotions that were spilling out so vividly in my swirling thoughts. As always I’ve been ridiculously distracted with work, the detriment of financial crisis, irresponsible road trips, etc. Today is my first day to...
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new crushes
The only thing better than an awesome new song is an equally amazing video. I instantly became obsessed with Lykke Li. Swedish pop gets me every freaking time. Try to not love her, it’s impossible. I don’t know how much of her work is available in the states right now, but I’m fishing for it fo’sho. Lykke Li - Little Bit Liam Finn may be on the other side of the spectrum,...