Made it back to Balloon Juice headquarters in one piece, and it was a really nice drive. For those of you who have never driven the highways of WV in the fall, the trees really are spectacular. They are just starting to turn right now, and you see lush walls of green with a little …
Music
Random Friday Thoughts
Had a nice drive, listened to the new Randy Newman and then Ice Cube’s greatest hits, and the weather is perfect. Sunny, blue skies, and cool. Great day for a trip on the highway. Some random thoughts: 1.) I listened to Limbaugh for about ten minutes, where I learned that Obama is a segregationist and, …
Snow Patrol
Just heard a song called Shut Your Eyes by these guys, and there was something about it that was really pleasing. Any of you heard anything else by these guys? Not my normal type of music, but I wanted some input before I buy a disc. Are they a one-hit wonder? *** Update *** Yeah, …
RIP, Bo Diddley
Dead at 79: Bo Diddley, the musical pioneer whose songs, such as “Who Do You Love?” and “Bo Diddley,” melded rhythm and blues and rock ‘n’ roll through a distinctive thumping beat, has died. He was 79. Diddley died Monday, surrounded by family and loved ones at his home in Archer, Florida, a family spokeswoman …
Been There, Felt That
Andrew Sullivan is doing a best/worst 80’s video thing. I’m voting for this one. Probably one of the best videos, for all the reasons he describes. But that’s likely because I come from a town of 2000 people.
Into the Mac With You
Now that I am aware how fast the Mac can consume CD’s, I brought a bunch more in to work with me. Into the Mac today: 1.) Peter Gabriel- Shaking the Tree 2.) Yes- Relayer 3.) Primus- Pork Soda 4.) Les Claypool and the Holy Mackerel- Highball with the Devil 5.) Little feat- Waiting For …