That Thing You Do!
I don't know why, but I just can't pass up watching this movie whenever I see it on cable. I'm a sucker for the story on the "one-hit" Wonders. I…
Close, but Not Perfect
I find myself amazed sometimes when coporations react so slowly to the way people do business. I read a story today that, quite honestly, should have come out a year…
ITEOTWAWKI: Lost and Found
Because I have been a bad blogger lately, I will only have one post dedicated to Peter Buck's 360 JetGlo Rickenbacker guitar. In the time since my last R.E.M. post,…
It’s About Time
In recent years, I have fallen behind when it comes to technology. I usually like to buy all kinds of gadgets, but I have had to vicariously enjoy some of the neatest toys in recent years.
I have no real reason for this except for some actual maturity when it comes to spending money. I more often ask myself if I need something or just want it. When that happens, I leave the store disappointed.
I made sure that didn’t happen a few weeks ago when – seven years later than just about everyone else – I bought an iPod. Finally.
ITEOTWAWKI: Going South
I had read a while back that Peter Buck said R.E.M. would tour through November. Since their European tour only goes through October 4, I hoped they would come back…
ITEOTWAWKI: Tour Plans
My hopes to catch R.E.M. again this year seem to be looking up. They have announced two North American shows and hint at more coming. The band will play the…
Tom Petty: American Icon
We had a pretty quiet Independence Day. The weather didn't cooperate so our pool time was limited, and I honored our forefathers by taking a nap and grilling. Before I…
ITEOTWAWKI: Common Bond
So I bitched enough about the set list in my most recent post, I think. I'll now share one of those moments that only get you jazzed if you are…
I Loved the Show, But …
I had a really good time at the R.E.M. concert I saw last week. I have to say that first because some of the things I say later might sound…
The Rules of Music
I have a funny thing about rules. I really like to live in the moment and enjoy plenty of freedom, but I think we need certain guidelines to keep people from going crazy.
Lately, I have noticed one place which needs a little less freedom and a few more rules.
The radio.
I listen to a lot of music, partially because of my commute, but also because I just love music. I have little to no musical ability myself so I really respect the things musicians can do.
I don’t consider myself a music geek or music snob or anything. I really don’t care what kind of music people like. I just want the people putting tunes on the air to realize some of the things they do wrong.