Happy St Patrick's Day!

Have a safe n fun time kids!

Right now my holiday is looking. . . exciting- a Yuengling thing and a paper on the Self and Life After Death in Homer's Odyssey to write. Taking a class with this guy, who kindly told us "Buy my book! And buy it new! I don't get money if you get it used!" [edit: ok, st p's day definitely got better later in the evening.]

THIS is not what I'm doing, since it sold out, but I hope whoever managed to get tickets is having a fantastic time :] [edit: i did not notice the ludicrous price of those tickets! good lord.]

Here's a post that has nothing to do with St Patrick, sorry.



Rather, E-4o's Tell Me When To Go feat. Keak da Sneak. Part of Oakland's hyphy movement, described to me as hyphy:Oakland::crunk:South.

Song (rar)

Buckaroo Banzai, end credits walking theme

I'm sitting here being a great big dork and trying to decide whether to watch this 80s gem or this piece of cinema genius (no sarcasm there). So, figure I'll post the theme song to the latter. I actually just returned from FLA this morning (lovely lovely and warm and pulled pork and home cooking and dq and now it's raining here in NYC), then tried to get some reading done for class (yes, this thing is a laugh a minute) and fell asleep so now my brain is totally fried and I'm like a zombie, so it's a bunch of links to stuff about the film, sorry, no review other than it's one of my favorite films and I tell people it's about a rocket scientist brain surgeon rock star and aliens. Unfortunately, I don't have the rest of the soundtrack.

The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension End Credits (rar)

End Credits on Youtube; Wes Anderson has said that his film The Life Aquatic was inspired at some parts by BB, and end sequence of his film is an homage to BB's end credits.

Buy the film, buy the novelization (surprisingly good, reads more like the movie was based on the book)

BBC Dramatization: JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings

I've been listening to this since I was a kid when we had it in our house on cassettes, even before I read the books (and then found out how much more sense it made). I've been listening to it at work the last few weeks (bleak: little room, lotsa messy files, and one of the biggest downers of an ending.) This dramatization is superbly acted, most notable, I think are Michael Hordern as Gandalf and Peter Woodthorpe as Gollum-blows the guy who did it in the films right outta the water. The sound effects are great, the music is gorgeous (though some of the battle scenes get shortened into these weird songs/spoken sections for abbreviation I suppose), a total sensory immersion. In 13 hour long episodes, which clocks a little more than Peter Jackson's films it seems, but far more faithfully adapted and even more impressive that it's all audio. I'll be posting over the next few days, hopefully.

Wikipedia info, including cast list

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Disc 7/13
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Disc 13/13

I'm glad people are enjoying this post. Thanks for stopping by and for the comments :)
Now I'm off to Little Italy for dinner and then to see 300. The best part is, we had to read Herodotus last year in my LitHum class and I don't remember reading about the Battle of Thermopylae at all. All I remember is Xerxes getting mad at a river and having his men flog it. And also cutting this dude in half. And then tomorrow, I am officially on Spring Break after a wonderfully hellish week. I'll be in Florida, so posting will be up n running again by the end of next week.

Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds - Murder Ballads

Murder Ballads - Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds

(zip, megaupload, if rapidshare preferred, lemme know- it's down at the moment but i'll try to put it up there later when it's working)

I can't decide if I like the Henry Lee video- it's strangely fascinating, but it's like showing cellphones in music videos- it really dates it, and it's even more so because they are so organic in their movements.

Also, I finally did a mini-cleanup of the links section- be sure to check out two new ones: Honky Tonk Prison (amazing country/western offerings) and McCrank's Juke (including a great Social D post & lots of nice live). And-- it's in alphabetical order now :) I think . . . my mental faculties are breaking down, midterms coming up. I used to work at a library and I used to be able to alphabetize like a motherfucker. Now I'm back to going through the alphabet in my head. I'm also trying out this labeling thing. And I'm not going to go ridiculously crazy with it like this fool.

Cheating at Solitaire (oh mike ness)

One of the things that always set Social Distortion apart from the rest of the '80s California punks was their incorporation of twangy country/rockabilly into their driving sound. They wound up covering everything from "Ring of Fire" to Jimmy Work's "Making Believe" without sacrificing a bit of sonic fury. With Social D. frontman Mike Ness' solo debut, it becomes apparent that most of those country leanings came from him.

On CHEATING AT SOLITAIRE, Ness is freed to further explore his rootsy Americana influences, from straight country and bluegrass treatments of original tunes to covers of "Long Black Veil," Hank Williams's "You Win Again" and Dylan's "Don't Think Twice." Naturally, Ness attacks much of this material with the same punk-inspired brute force and unflinching lyrical realism that made Social Distortion a success, and it makes CHEATING AT SOLITAIRE an intriguing chapter in Ness' continually unfolding musical story. (x)

Cheating at Solitaire - Mike Ness

(buy)

1. "The Devil in Miss Jones" – 3:49
2. "Don't Think Twice, It's All Right" (Dylan) – 3:47
3. "Misery Loves Company" – 3:47
4. "Crime Don't Pay" – 3:31
5. "Rest of Our Lives" – 3:44
6. "You Win Again" (Williams) – 3:11
7. "Cheating at Solitaire" – 3:53
8. "No Man's Friend" – 4:57
9. "Charmed Life" – 3:38
10. "Dope Fiend Blues" – 5:17
11. "Ballad of a Lonely Man" – 3:25
12. "I'm in Love w/My Car" – 4:41
13. "If You Leave Before Me" – 4:19
14. "Long Black Veil" (Dill/Wilkin) – 4:04
15. "Send Her Back" (Ferrier) – 2:57

*** edit: Also, Suburban Terror has got up the other Mike Ness solo album, Under the Influences.

Forrest Gump

I just bought the DVD from Target last weekend and have been watching it in bits & pieces, maybe I'll have time tonight to finish it. . . being reminded of how much I love this film; last time I saw it was in 10th grade in my "World History" class. We also watched The Ring-- the perks of a public education. I'm actually now working on a paper and eating all the yogurt clusters from my life vanilla yogurt crunch. The paper is about Pan's Labyrinth (grab the ost from Gimmie Back My Head) and Joseph Campbell's monomyth-- the perks of taking a bullshit class at the bullshit women's college across the street.

Anyway, I think my favorites are "For What It's Worth" and "California Dreamin" and "Sweet Home Alabama." And that Willie Nelson. Plus it's nice to finally see who sings all those songs the oldies stations are playing ha ha. . .

Forrest Gump Soundtrack

(megaupload because it is big. if it becomes a problem let me know and i'll split the file and stick it up on rapidshare)


Tracklist & purchase.
Forrest Gump on rottentomatoes.

Because of the Times

New Kings of Leon! (zip)

Haven't heard the whole thing, but there is definitely a new sound, a step away from the Southern rock-y (which would be more disappointing if this stuff weren't so good). The songs thus far are heavier and slower than the first two albums. But good. Oh so good.

Though it seems Nathan decided to grow his beard back.

Amazon says: A trio of relentless rockers--"My Party," "Camaro," and the sarcastic "Charmer"--are sure to pacify those familiar with the Kings' blueprint, yet there is ripening in the band's approach heard, in several of the record's 13 songs. Reverb guitar and vocals and a "woo woo" chorus add a sinister aspect to "Trunk," and "Knocked Up" features a laissez-faire Caleb Followill crooning "She don't care what her mama said/She's gonna have my baby." The seven-minute revelation of fatherhood that opens the album leads into the U2-influenced "McFearless," a reggae-splashed "Ragoo," and the rambling English blues of "Black Thumbnail."

I take issue with the review in that the "ripening" mentioned seems to refer to the lessening of the Kings of Leon twang. I don't know if I like the evolution/step forward implied in that. Unless the reviewer hopes that they leave the creative and fresh sound we all grew up with (ha ha) in favor of a more radio friendly format. Also, "My Party" does not strike me as a good example as it is used in the review. But I do like what I'm hearing, don't get me wrong. Caleb's voice is the same wounded yelpy thing, and the music is strong and the lyrics dark & aware. Enjoy :)

You can get it from a number of other sites.
Also, Mike's Site has Youth and Young Manhood up.

Boondock Saints [OST]

Boondock Saints OST

Finally found this & would like to share. Not quite sure why there is a German version of the courtroom speech, but hey, the more the merrier.

It seems this movie is one of those love it/hate it films, so for the fans, enjoy!

What This Town Needs EP - Blanche

Real quick then back to work. I promise posting will get more regular but there's a whole shit storm going on right now here called "major declaration" (aah!).

But, here is the Blanche EP in anticipation of the March release of Little Amber Bottles.

Blanche - What This Town Needs EP

A preview of what's to come, I suppose. I'm a little iffy on the intrusion of a White Stripes sound on one song, and Tracee's sudden identification with Holly Golightly's vocals, but that's only on one track and it's excellent barring those personal preferences. I'm excited. It's fantastic. Review from amazon.com: THIS EP IS FIRE. THANK GOD FOR THIS, THIS SHOULD HOLD ME OVER TILL THE NEXT LP. THANKS MR MILLER & COMPANY.

1. What This Town Needs

2. Child Of The Moon

3. The Scar Beneath The Skin

4. Never Again

5. Who's To Say (Live At Reading Festival)

Also, check out Rebeldog Comics for some Pistols and some of the most creative formatting of blog posts I've yet seen.

New Patrick Wolf

So I love Patrick Wolf and I'm listening to the 2007 release right now for the first time, and I'm enjoying it immensely, just want to get it up so it's out of my mind (I'm doing one of those paper things right now).

Patrick Wolf - The Magic Position

(and/or buy it)

Though I think he looks like a complete ass on the cover. Not a fan of the design, liked the other ones much better.

Now, my The Good The Bad & the Queen seems to have trotted off somewhere the way my Raconteurs album did- my files are a big mess right now because I got a new computer. For now, I'm gonna hafta direct to other postings of it.

Nočná Hudba has got the limited bonus tracks up.
Ape Shall Never Kill Ape has the album plus some live Social D plus Johnny Cash plus a fantastic Love Songs comp plus a kickass White Stripes post.

Clash Singles Discs 1-10 @rapidshare.com

Okay, so here we have. . .

Discs 1-10 of the Clash Singles posted now on Rapidshare.com in rar format!

Part I &
Part II

It's still up on megaupload in the last post for those who prefer that. I didn't realize it was taking so long to download from there, but then I checked & it happened to me on several occasions, so thanks to Wemerson for pointing it out :)

Also, I'd like to point you to an amazing Marx Brothers post at Cineville. Like whoa.

Happy Holidays

hello all-

Merry Christmas!

Have a wonderful holiday and have fun :)

love,
sickb(oy)

personal johnny christmas cash collection

Johnny Cash Personal Christmas Collection

Every artist relishes the opportunity to record an album made up entirely of songs that they've loved listening to over the years. Johnny Cash, whose own songs probably land on plenty of other folks' wish list, is no exception--and this charming holiday set sees him treat his favorites with reverence even as he adds his own stamp. There are plenty of venerable carols here, but Cash really hits home on the less-aired ones (like "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day"), as well as more personal songs, such as "Christmas with You," a duet with wife June Carter. --David Sprague

The songs you'd expect Johnny to sing on a Christmas album, a delightful listen :)

(buy)

Whiskey on a Tuesday

I keep thinking it's Wednesday. I kinda wish it were, then I'd have studied for my last final and I'd be one day closer to going back to California where it is 60 degrees. It actually hasn't been cold in New York this year the way it was last year, so I'm thankful. But ready to go home and sleep.

Here's the repost of Whiskey on a Sunday, hope the lovely individual who requested it still has use for it, sorry it took so long!

Whiskey on a Sunday - Flogging Molly

And some linkssesess-
Head on over to TWILIGHTZONE! for the Cramps n Stray Cats.
Hangover Heart Attack has a very fun album up - the Radicts' Rebel Sound.

If you are near a poor Tower Records the CDs are all $5 or less. I checked out the Lincoln Center one, hard pressed to find any good CDs or DVDs left, but they are also selling all their posters, so got some Christmas shopping done over there :) Nice big posters. And lots of movies nobody's every heard of.

I'm glad people/person liked the Vandals post (thanks for the comment, festive indeed :) !). I'll be putting up another Christmas album soon.

Oi the World!

Let's get these Christmas posts started.

Oi to the World! - the Vandals

"the turkey might have made the children vomit the tree burned down and torched up all of our gifts but i will grin and bear it and this nightmare we will share it till i get my only wish- it's nothing's going to ruin my holiday no act of god or family fight cuz if you try to ruin my holiday i swear you will regret it for the rest of your fucking life"

And for more festivity, check out Gimmie Back My Head's advent calendar, Regnyouth's holiday category, and all the other kids posting Christmas music via totally fuzzy.

Aluminium

Hmm, so it's 230 am here, and there's this place near where I live called Tom's Restaurant, and every time I eat there, I get sick, which is what happened tonight. I really do try to avoid the place and the food isn't even good, but that's what happens when your friend asks, "Where do you want to eat?" and you say "I don't care" and it's 20 F out and Tom's is the first thing you come across. Basically, don't go to Tom's if you're in New York City. Booo Tom's and all that and so here I am. But I do want to recommend Aluminium and to encourage you to dash over to Musikdesire and grab it. Crazy and fun and excellent. I'm listening to it right now while writing a paper and it's fantastic.

Gimmie Back My Head: The Clash - Clash On Broadway

All three discs! Jim rocks! Go go go!

Gimmie Back My Head: The Clash - Clash On Broadway

and if you're looking for some Christmas music, grab some Bing n Dean n Glenn from LoungeTracks :)

Rat Patrol Disc 2!

So an anonymous saint at some point made the following comment, and I just saw it-

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the post, for Disc 2 go here:
http://www.clashcity.com/boards/viewtopic.php?t=11580

9:55 AM

I recommend the Megaupload link on the 2nd page. And thank you so much to the fabulous individual who posted the link- and sorry, everyone, for just noticing it. Good thing I'm avoiding hittin the books and saw it! Also, if you made a comment way back when and I never attended to it, and you'd still like it to get attention, please repost it at the latest post. Even if you're just gonna yell at me for touching temples at the Met :)

And I'll try to get Whiskey On A Sunday up again by the weekend. Again, sorry I didn't see the comment/req!

An Asch Load of Woody Guthrie

No, I can't believe it either.

So, some nice people at a Radiohead? forum posted The Asch Recordings: Woody Guthrie. Unfortunately, Vol 4's link isn't working anymore, which is incredibly disappointing.

Each CD in this set has a different emphasis, and together they are a powerful statement about Woody Guthrie the man and Moses Asch the producer. They are also the richest and most representative set of Woody Guthrie recordings ever assembled -- carefully selected, lovingly remastered, and richly annotated by Jeff Place and Guy Logsdon. VOLUME 1 presents many of what have become Guthrie's best-known songs; VOLUME 2 is a selection of the more traditional folk music repertory Guthrie had learned and made his own over the years; VOLUME 3 is selected from the enormous number of songs he wrote about current events; and VOLUME 4 presents songs about cowboys, outlaws and other western themes.

More information can be found at the source of the above quote, located here, from the Woody Guthrie foundation.

The Asch Recordings, Vol 1-3
Buy

**Anybody have Vol 4?

9

This was requested a little bit back.

Damien Rice - 9