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Monthly Archives: September 2005
Van The Man
Van Morrison’s Contractual Obligation Album: In order to fulfill his obligation to his early solo label Bang Records,Van Morrison sat down in 1967 or so and cranked out 31 songs on the spot, on topics ranging from ringworm to wanting … Continue reading
Posted in Amusing, Music
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Phoenix ’74
Were you starting to worry? No reason! A little later than usual, here’s this week’s Friday Boot: Phoenix Arizona, July 17th ’74. You can stop breathing into that plastic bag now…
Posted in Frank Zappa, Friday Boots
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Cash, The Musical
A musical featuring the songs of the late singer Johnny Cash is heading to the Broadway stage next year. Musical. Johnny Cash. That’s a bit like doing a rock-opera about Liberace, isn’t it?
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Tragical History Tour
Dearly Departed Tours, for that Hollywood tour with a twist: “There is one restroom stop where you can drop your trousers and reenact George Michael’s most scandalous moment.”
Posted in Pop Cult
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Zappa Plays Zappa – Brussels Edition
Fresh from the inbox, a confirmed new date for the previously postponed Zappa Plays Zappa concert in Vorst Nationaal, Brussels: Tuesday May 30th 2006. Shall we say: fingers crossed?
Posted in Frank Zappa, Zappa News
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Man Boobs
Gentlemen be warned: excessive alcohol consumption can trigger glandular breast growth in men. Yikes!
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iPod nono
And thus the shit hits the fan. I’m one happy space cadet for having bought a regular iPod instead of the nano — although to be fair, there already is one tiny scratch on my screen… :(
Posted in In The News, Music, Pop Cult
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Got God?
New research indicates that belief in and worship of God are not only unnecessary for a healthy society but may actually contribute to social problems: In general, higher rates of belief in and worship of a creator correlate with higher … Continue reading
Posted in Religion
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Letter To The FBI
A letter from science-fiction author Philip K. Dick to the FBI: […] several months ago I was approached by an individual who I have reason to believe belonged to a covert organization involving politics, illegal weapons, etc., who put great … Continue reading
Amadeus Amadeus
I, BLGR reports on an emerging revival of classical music with the kids. I’ve noticed it here in Belgium too — a more or less “hip” newspaper like De Morgen recently had an offer whereby you could buy high-quality double-cd’s … Continue reading
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Phallus Maximus
“Does penis enlargement really work? I am going to find out!“
Bush To Raise $600
An extraordinary appeal to Americans from the Bush administration for money to help pay for the reconstruction of Iraq has raised only $600 (£337), The Observer has learnt. Yet since the appeal was launched earlier this month, donations to rebuild … Continue reading
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Politics!
Been awhile since we had a test around here. OK Cupid’s Politics Test: You are a Social Liberal (68% permissive) and an Economic Liberal (21% permissive). You are best described as a Strong Democrat. You exhibit a very well-developed sense … Continue reading
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Alison Lapper Pregnant
“It is a work about courage, beauty and defiance, which both captures and represents all that is best about our great city. Alison Lapper pregnant is a modern heroine – strong, formidable and full of hope. It is a great … Continue reading
Posted in Amusing, Visual Arts
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