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Ra Ra Riot - "Ghost Under Rocks"

2008-09-05T00:00:00.002-04:00

The first video from Ra Ra Riot's Barsuk Records debut, The Rhumb Line.

They were on Conan the other night too:

RaRaRiot.com

Sarah Palin Gender Card

2008-09-04T15:00:00.005-04:00

C'mon guys, let's not play the gender card with Sarah Palin.

Sarah Palin Fun Facts:
• Palin recently said that the war in Iraq is "God's task." She's even admitted she hasn't thought about the war much—just last year she was quoted saying, "I've been so focused on state government, I haven't really focused much on the war in Iraq." 1, 2

• Palin has actively sought the support of the fringe Alaska Independence Party. Six months ago, Palin told members of the group—who advocate for a vote on secession from the union—to "keep up the good work" and "wished the party luck on what she called its 'inspiring convention.'" 3

• Palin wants to teach creationism in public schools. She hasn't made clear whether she thinks evolution is a fact.4

• Palin doesn't believe that humans contribute to global warming. Speaking about climate change, she said, "I'm not one though who would attribute it to being manmade." 5

• Palin has close ties to Big Oil. Her inauguration was even sponsored by BP. 6

• Palin is extremely anti-choice. She doesn't even support abortion in the case of rape or incest. 7

• Palin opposes comprehensive sex-ed in public schools. She's said she will only support abstinence-only approaches. 8

• As mayor, Palin tried to ban books from the library. Palin asked the library how she might go about banning books because some had inappropriate language in them—shocking the librarian, Mary Ellen Baker. According to Time, "news reports from the time show that Palin had threatened to fire Baker for not giving "full support" to the mayor." 9

• She DID support the Bridge to Nowhere (before she opposed it). Palin claimed that she said "thanks, but no thanks" to the infamous Bridge to Nowhere. But in 2006, Palin supported the project repeatedly, saying that Alaska should take advantage of earmarks "while our congressional delegation is in a strong position to assist." 10

Notation from Fun Facts above:
1. "Palin: Iraq war 'a task that is from God'," Associated Press, September 3, 2008
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=24701&id=13701-9942100-N26hGsx&t=6
2. "Palin wasn't 'really focused much' on the Iraq war," ThinkProgress, August 30, 2008
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=24702&id=13701-9942100-N26hGsx&t=7
3. "The Sarah Palin Digest," ThinkProgress, September 4, 2008
http://thinkprogress.org/palin-digest/
4. "McCain and Palin differ on issues," Associated Press, September 3, 2008
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=24703&id=13701-9942100-N26hGsx&t=8
5. Ibid
6. The Sarah Palin Digest," ThinkProgress, September 4, 2008
http://thinkprogress.org/palin-digest/
7. Ibid
8. Ibid.
9. "Mayor Palin: A Rough Record," Time, September 2, 2008
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=24704&id=13701-9942100-N26hGsx&t=9
10. The Sarah Palin Digest," ThinkProgress, September 4, 2008
http://thinkprogress.org/palin-digest/

Other Related Links:
Palin Vs. Reality
The Daily Show
MoveOn.org

Muxtape: a simple way to create and share MP3 mixtapes

2008-06-09T12:28:00.000-04:00

I love this website-- if only it allowed scrobbling.
Please send me a link if you upload a mix!
<3

• Muxtape: muxtape.com
• Asthmatic Kitty Records "Works in Progress" on Muxtape: asthmatickitty.muxtape.com
• Menomena on Muxtape: menomena.muxtape.com
• BBC™ Vs. Muxtape: buildblackclouds.muxtape.com

Spinto Band: New Song + Video

2008-03-21T22:58:00.000-04:00

I love this band. "Summer Grof" appears on the forthcoming Spinto Band release, "Moonwink".

www.spintoband.com
www.myspace.com/thespintoband

for higher res version visit
www.albertbirney.com

Kid Sister: Pro Nails (Ft. Kanye West)

2008-01-17T12:19:00.000-05:00

I love this video.

Happy Endings - This Saturday, January 12th

2008-01-08T17:52:00.000-05:00

It's the first Happy Endings of 2008!!
Featuring a live performance by Semi Precious Weapons.
Look Sharp: Photos by David Day for Nicky Digital.
RSVP for reduced admission here: myspace.com/popthecork

Flyer by me: Build Black Clouds

Boston: All Together Now!!!

2007-12-27T16:06:00.000-05:00

Flyer by Build Black Clouds.

Featuring:
OMG MICHELLE (LIVE!)
w/ DJs:
KINGDOM (NYC, TODO MUNDO, PROMISE)
LONE WOLF (TODO MUNDO)
MORGAN LOUIS (HEARTHROB, POP!)
IAN MICHAEL JACKSON + BROWN BEAR (HAPPY ENDINGS)
E-MARCE (PAPER, THROWED)
BASSTOWN RESIDENT DJs ETAN + DIE YOUNG (BASSTOWN, SOLID!)

Pictures by David Day for Nicky Digital!
Only $5.00 ...and yes, the Pats on the TV.

Click HERE for MP3s and much more info!

CHARM SCHOOL! (I'm DJing)

2007-11-05T18:25:00.000-05:00

CHARM SCHOOL
w/ DJ Caitlin Heinous and Guest DJ Aaron B.
This Thursday night, November 8th
at O'Brien's Pub, 3 Harvard Avenue, Allston
9pm-1am, 21+, $3

Spanish Dancer - Hustler 12"

2007-10-19T12:47:00.000-04:00

"Here is a link to the new 12", all the tracks, remixes, art, everything. Post it up? xo" - Spanish Dancer

Have at it kiddies:
http://www.luminalrecords.com/spanishdancer_hustler.zip

MySpace:
http://www.myspace.com/spanishdancerrr

BLACK KIDS ROCK.

2007-10-18T00:01:00.000-04:00

Holy crap, listen to this now.

MP3: Black Kids: "I'm Not Gonna Teach You"
[From the Wizard of Ahhhs EP]

Links:
Black Kids on MySpace

The Polyphonic Spree covering "Lithium" by Nirvana

2007-10-11T13:12:00.000-04:00

Have you heard this?

MP3: The Polyphonic Spree: "Lithium"

Happy Endings Turns 2!

2007-10-08T15:10:00.001-04:00

w/ Tiger City + Guest DJ Ben Sisto

Links:
Tiger City
Ben Sisto
Happy Endings
The Paradise Lounge

Stream The New Beirut Album!

2007-10-03T12:57:00.000-04:00

On their MySpace page... shh!!

"The Flying Club Cup"

Track Listing:
01. A Call To Arms
02. Nantes
03. A Sunday Smile
04. Guyamas Sonora
05. Le Banlieu
06. Cliquot
07. The Penalty
08. Forks and Knives (La Fete)
09. In The Mausoleum
10. Un Dernier Verre (Pour la Route)
11. Cherbourg
12. St. Apollonia
13. The Flying Club Cup

Stream:
Beirut "The Flying Club Cup"

SHAKE 'EM DOWN - DON'T SLEEP BOSTON!

2007-10-02T20:39:00.000-04:00

This Thursday, October 4th FREE!!! FREE!!! FREE!!!

Shake 'Em Down
with DJs Chris Devlin, Red Foxx, E-Marce
Hosted by Cool Disco MC Spank Rock + Harmony Thug
Hip Hop, Free-form, Baltimore Club
First Thursdays / 21+ / 9:00 PM / Free

From the Milky Way Lounge website:

"A recent Baltimore to Jamaica Plain transplant, DJ Chris Devlin instantly became one of the city's best party starters. Jumping on events such as Paper, Throwed, Thunderdome, and a host of shows he's brought his unique style city-wide. Expect great guest DJs and live artists each month."

Related Links:
Milky Way
Chris Devlin
Redd Foxx
MC Spank Rock
Prince Klassen
E Marce

Radiohead Basically Give Away Their New Album

2007-10-01T16:56:00.001-04:00

The entire record industry just shit their collective pants! Awesome.

Check it out: "In Rainbows"

Basstown Official Relaunch Party

2007-09-29T14:35:00.000-04:00

Tonight at Great Scott, featuring live performances by Purple Crush (Brooklyn) & The Peasantry (Boston) and sets by Basstown DJs Mistaker, Die Young, and Etan.

Thunderdome VII: Baller'more Vs. Boston

2007-09-18T11:40:00.000-04:00

Feat. Scottie B., plus Chris Rockswell and XXXChange of Spank Rock.

Friday, September 21st
21+ / 10pm – 1am / $7

American Legion Marsh Post
1 Gerry’s Landing Road
Cambridge, MA 02138

MP3: Kid Sister: "Let Me Bang [XXXChange Remix]"

Links:
Thunderdome on MySpace: myspace.com/onemanleaves
At a new location just outside of Harvard Square:

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It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia - Season 3!

2007-09-11T11:55:00.000-04:00

WHAT'S THE MATTER-- DON'T YOU LIKE COMEDY?

Watch an exclusive web only pre-season episode here:

"Mac is a Serial Killer"

Sunny MySpaceTV.com advertising:

Related Links:
Sunny on MySpace
Sunny on FX

826 Boston: BOOK EATERS!

2007-09-10T13:18:00.001-04:00

826 Boston announced its Revenge of the Book Eaters fundraiser, featuring an eclectic lineup of writers, actors, and comedians including Dave Eggers (co-founder of the 826 National program and author of What is the What), Eugene Mirman (comedian and actor, Flight of the Conchords), Davy Rothbart (creator of Found magazine) and Rodney Rothman (Emmy nominee and author of Early Bird). Music will be provided by Kevin Barnes and Bryan Poole from the band Of Montreal, by San Francisco based duo Mates of State, and Via Audio, a group of Berklee grads whose debut album will be released next month. Book Eaters will take place on Wednesday, September 26th, at the Berklee Performance Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

You can get tickets to this events through Ticketmaster.

Happy Endings - This Saturday, August 11th

2007-08-08T14:05:00.000-04:00

The Official Gravy Train!!!! After Party...

COLOR - This Friday, August 3rd 2007

2007-08-02T22:51:00.000-04:00

I haven't made it to one of these parties yet, but I've heard good things.

Cloud City & The Weekly Dig & Dewars Present
COLOR with Resident DJ Joseph Colbourne
Disco, Underground Funk, Italo, Boogie, & Dance
Ben Sisto also has something to do with the night
First Fridays at The Milky Way Lounge.

COLOR: Friday August 3rd 2007
403 Centre Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

9:00 Doors, 10:00 DJ, Open till 1:00, 21+, $8.00*
Free Parking (next door in the "Hi Lo" lot)
*10% door profits go to local charities TBA

Happy Endings - This Saturday, July 14th

2007-07-09T18:54:00.000-04:00

Dancing, pork swords, party wizards, and more of your favorite things.

And...
• Listening party for Uncut [Paper Bag Records]
• Giveaways for The Cribs and Editors
• Photos by Nicky Digital.com

When Six Flags Attacks!

2007-06-25T18:05:00.000-04:00

A 13-year-old girl visiting Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom lost both of her feet when a ride malfunctioned Thursday afternoon. It happened about 4:45 p.m. on the Superman Tower of Power, formerly known as the Hell-a-Vator.

Here's how the Superman Tower of Power works: riders are strapped in and slowly taken up to 177 feet before a free-fall of 154 feet, reaching a speed of 54 miles-per-hour before easing to a stop about 20 feet above the ground.

A Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom spokesperson said that they inspect each ride every day before the park opens, and officials released the following statement late Thursday afternoon.

At approximately 4:45 p.m. on Thursday, 6-21-07, the Superman Tower of Power ride at the Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom Park in Louisville, Ky. malfunctioned and injured a 13-year-old female, whose legs were severed above the ankle. The EMTs at the park were on the scene immediately and the girl was transported to UL hospital, where she is currently being treated.

We have been in contact with both the hospital and her family.

The ride has been shut down and will remain so until a full investigation has been completed.
We will continue to closely monitor the situation and provide whatever assistance we can.

My Latest Submission to FOUND Magazine

2007-06-20T15:19:00.000-04:00

In case you can't make out what the writing inside the cover of the matchbook says:

"Dear Jonatan,
Thanks for the good time at the no-pants party.
[heart] Crystal"

I found this matchbook in front of my old apartment on Boston Ave. in Medford, MA. I was so pumped when I found it again in a box of papers under the bookshelf in my room. Here's a link to a previously featured "Find of the Day" (08/13/06) of mine: Identity Crisis.

I'll be sure to let you know how this one turns out.

David Cross featured in episode 5 of 'Clark and Michael'

2007-06-19T17:28:00.000-04:00

Episode 5 of "Clark and Michael, the series!" is going to be posted tomorrow on ClarkAndMichael.com. This episode features David Cross of "Mr. Show" and "Arrested Development" fame! It's known around the internet as 'the lost episode' (for some reason) and is now for the first time being brought to you! I've been watching these episodes every week (or however often new episodes are being released) and I'm definitely enjoying them a lot. You should check them out if you get a chance!

Also- I found this image while searching for an image of David Cross for this post. It's David Cross' actual AMEX card with his businesses name on it:

"Liberal Jewrun Media" - Oh man.