I didn't pay much attention to this film when it was released but after its big Oscar haul, I figured it must be worth checking out.
I kept waiting for the story to start. It never did.
I hope they paid Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron well.
This is not me. (Or Frank Zappa)
The Mothers of Invention | "Freak Out" (1966)
Parodies of established musical styles plus some cutting edge -- for 1966 -- use of synths, electronics, and distortion were probably interesting at one time. The sound might have even been worth a listen or two now. Unfortunately, the stupidity of the lyrics is timeless.
A painful endeavor.
Great idea at Smiths grocery store
Kudos to Smiths Grocery Store in Albuquerque. This is a great idea and a nice gesture.
Adam and the Ants | "Kings of the Wild Frontier" (1980)
While this post punk is relatively fun, I wouldn't say that it was worth digging through the archives for another listen. Stay in the today unless you need a soundtrack for a 1980 retro party. The rhythm tracks do deserve an honorable mention though.
The link should you want to DJ that party.
Super Bowl Sunday? Forget that, I was at Super Saturday
Run DMC opened.
Then Snoop Dogg came out and DJ'd a set. He did a little rapping, but he mostly just kept asking "Where da ladies at?"
Finally, the Red Hot Chili Peppers lit up the stage.
A night like this very often would kill me, but it was cool rockin' for an evening.
The Sensational Alex Harvey Band | "Framed" (1973)
Interesting. The last album I listened to was ZZ Top's Tres Hombres. Both albums were produced at around the same time but ZZ Top with Texas roots, Alex Harvey in the UK. The sound and themes could almost be interchangeable. I could easily see most of Harvey's songs belonging to ZZ Top and vice versa. Excellent blues rock. It's when the Sensational Alex Harvey Band moves on to glam or "heavier" rock that they start to be less enjoyable.
ZZ Top | Tres Hombres (1973)
They are just so good at what they do Billy Gibbons' guitar work is always "just right" while Dusty Hill and Frank Beard create a tight driving rhythm. And they're still doing it 40+ years later!
The songs are memorable and singable. If you'd like to sing along, here's the link on Spotify.
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Book Of Questions | You are given the power to kill people...
“You are given the power to kill people simply by thinking of their deaths and twice repeating the word “good-bye.” People would die a natural death and no one would suspect you. Are there any situations in which you would use this power?”
Probably, but everyone I know personally is safe.
At least for the time being.
PJ Harvey | "Rid Of Me" (1993)
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Stark, angry delivery of well-written lyrics: I prefer her later more melodic sound.
Book Of Questions | Which sex do you think has it easier...
“Which sex do you think has it easier in our culture? Have you ever wished you were of the opposite sex?”
The times they are achangin'.
Here comes a big generalization since American society is hardly consistent or homogeneous but we are less patriarchal than at any time in western civilization's recorded history. Women are entrepreneurs, CEOs, scientists, politicians, techies, creatives, warriors, mothers, partners, and wives.
Yes the times are achangin'.
VEERRRRRY SLOOOOOWLY
- Men still outnumber women in power roles.
- The wage gap is embarrassing.
- Some men -- mostly old white men -- still try somewhat successfully to exercise control over women's bodies and reproductive rights.
- Women are far more likely to be victims of sexual harassment or attack in the workforce and on our college campuses.
- Single parent homes are more likely to be run by a woman.
- And don't even get me started on what it must be like to be a woman in some other cultures.
It's easier to be a man. And I've never wanted to trade places.