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- Location:Mt. Washington, Baltimore, MD
- Mood:
optimistic - Music:Godhead - "Sinking"

- Location:Mt. Washington, Baltimore, MD
- Mood:
okay - Music:Space - "Female of the Species"
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
- Location:Brewer's Hill, Baltimore, MD
- Mood:
tired - Music:Faith No More - "Midlife Crisis"
Here is a Facebook ad which should not have a "Like" button on it.


- Location:Mt. Washington, Baltimore, MD
- Mood:
optimistic - Music:Freezepop "Bike Thief"
I'm a big fan of some children's music that has emerged over the past few years. You have Yo Gabba Gabba, which was created by the singer of the Aquabats and features some awesome indie artists singing songs to help educate children and stimulate their imagination. There's Milkshake, who paid their dues in other bands in the Baltimore music scene before forming this band. And They Might Be Giants, who have been around since the 1980s, but did not start out as a children's band.
I purchased the Powerpuff Girls soundtrack that came out roughly ten years ago and I still listen to it sometimes. It's not really educational, but it's still good for children on a creative and imaginative level.
I like the way these recent songs have been written and performed. They don't insult a child's intelligence. Many adults enjoy these songs as well. The music is well-done. It's catchy enough for kids to like, but it's not dumbed down.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K6w8hVv 4Ko
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cCC8a6H Mz4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDG0c3sa E4
I could not find any music videos online for Milkshake, but here is their website: http://milkshakemusic.com
I purchased the Powerpuff Girls soundtrack that came out roughly ten years ago and I still listen to it sometimes. It's not really educational, but it's still good for children on a creative and imaginative level.
I like the way these recent songs have been written and performed. They don't insult a child's intelligence. Many adults enjoy these songs as well. The music is well-done. It's catchy enough for kids to like, but it's not dumbed down.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K6w8hVv
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cCC8a6H
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDG0c3sa
I could not find any music videos online for Milkshake, but here is their website: http://milkshakemusic.com
- Location:Mt. Washington, Baltimore, MD
- Mood:
pleased - Music:They Might Be Giants" Roy. G Biv
Ray Comfort (better known as "The Banana Man") has a ministry called Way of the Master and started Living Water Publications. He, along with Kirk Cameron ("The Crocoduck") and others, like to go around preaching that you will spend an eternity in hell if you have not accepted Jesus as your savior and if you have ever been blasphemous. They are also Young Earth Creationists who believe the literal word of the book of Genesis. He does not believe in evolution. I could go on and on about how wrong he is and how the actions of groups like these hinder social and scientific progress, but you can read more about him yourself by going to WayOfTheMaster's channel on YouTube or by doing a google search.
His groups are scheduled to be on campuses across the United States tomorrow, November 19, and in various campuses in Canada on November 24. November 24 is the 150th anniversary of the first publication of Dawin's On the Origin of Species. I guess Comfort and Cameron see this anniversary as a threat to their religious beliefs, so they are handing out their version of how they think the book should be. And, based on their evangelical beliefs, I won't be surprised if they try to "save" some students. Rather than celebrate all the progress and advances that have been made because of this publication, they are threatened at how it contradicts their religion.
Now, I am aware that they have the right to do this. They have free speech. That doesn't mean I have to like what they say. And that doesn't mean that if you disagree, you should just stay silent and take it, if you want to stand up for things you believe. You can cause a scene, if you like. But if that's not your style, you can do this: http://www.dontdissdarwin.com/resources.p hp
I would love to go there and pass out the flyers. I don't attend JHU but I do live close. But I have work all day and school, so my schedule won't permit me go there. I am hoping, especially since JHU is filled with very intelligent persons, that the students will make me proud and take a stand on their own.
For a list of schools that are scheduled to be visited by Comfort's team, go here: http://www.dontdissdarwin.com/schools.ph p
His groups are scheduled to be on campuses across the United States tomorrow, November 19, and in various campuses in Canada on November 24. November 24 is the 150th anniversary of the first publication of Dawin's On the Origin of Species. I guess Comfort and Cameron see this anniversary as a threat to their religious beliefs, so they are handing out their version of how they think the book should be. And, based on their evangelical beliefs, I won't be surprised if they try to "save" some students. Rather than celebrate all the progress and advances that have been made because of this publication, they are threatened at how it contradicts their religion.
Now, I am aware that they have the right to do this. They have free speech. That doesn't mean I have to like what they say. And that doesn't mean that if you disagree, you should just stay silent and take it, if you want to stand up for things you believe. You can cause a scene, if you like. But if that's not your style, you can do this: http://www.dontdissdarwin.com/resources.p
I would love to go there and pass out the flyers. I don't attend JHU but I do live close. But I have work all day and school, so my schedule won't permit me go there. I am hoping, especially since JHU is filled with very intelligent persons, that the students will make me proud and take a stand on their own.
For a list of schools that are scheduled to be visited by Comfort's team, go here: http://www.dontdissdarwin.com/schools.ph
- Location:Brewer's Hill, Baltimore, MD
- Mood:
annoyed - Music:Huey Lews & The News - "The Heart of Rock & Roll"
A lot of people are freaking out at the "news" that Obama doesn't write his own tweets. Did everyone really think he did? And you know what, I want to be Obama's social networking czar. I'd be good at it, too! lol.
- Location:Brewer's Hill, Baltimore, MD
- Mood:
good - Music:Elton John - "Crocodile Rock"
These were taken by Victoria Troshina in 2001 at the apartment:




This one is another one taken by Jim Lucio.
It was around 2004 at the Talking Head with his friend Nicole:

- Location:Mt. Washington, Baltimore, MD
- Music:Dave Navarro "Hungry"
- Location:Mt. Washington, Baltimore, MD
- Mood:
amused - Music:Weezer "Undone - The Sweater Song"
I had a cold and decided to stay in this weekend. I ended up catching Taylor Swift hosting SNL. I'm not a big fan of her music. I don't hate it, either. I think she's talented but her music just isn't my cup of tea. And I think she's a lot better than most current country stars.
But she was a great host. I really liked her. There's just something about her that is likeable. She seems like an awesome person and she appears to have acting abilities. I'm not in the acting business, so I'm probably not the best person to ask. But I do think she did a better job as host than a lot of other people with more acting experience, such as Megan Fox. Taylor looks great as a brunette, by the way. I get the feeling that this is beginning of things to come for Taylor and I wouldn't be surprised that as time goes by, her music might evolve into something that I would like.
But she was a great host. I really liked her. There's just something about her that is likeable. She seems like an awesome person and she appears to have acting abilities. I'm not in the acting business, so I'm probably not the best person to ask. But I do think she did a better job as host than a lot of other people with more acting experience, such as Megan Fox. Taylor looks great as a brunette, by the way. I get the feeling that this is beginning of things to come for Taylor and I wouldn't be surprised that as time goes by, her music might evolve into something that I would like.
- Location:Brewer's Hill, Baltimore, MD
- Mood:
impressed - Music:INXS "Never Tear Us Apart"
This year, Hello Kitty turned 35, so Happy Birthday! I have had more HK and other Sanrio items than I can count.
In honor of this, I dressed as her for Halloween.

I'm also a big fan of Badtz-Maru (the cynical DJ penguin) and Keroppi (the happy frog).

I have no idea who is dressed up as these characters. I found this on Google. It looks like it was taken at the Baltimore Convention Center, so I'd guess that this was from Comic Con (or maybe Otakon). But I don't really know, especially since I'd think it would be more crowded. Anyway, it's cute!
In honor of this, I dressed as her for Halloween.

I'm also a big fan of Badtz-Maru (the cynical DJ penguin) and Keroppi (the happy frog).

I have no idea who is dressed up as these characters. I found this on Google. It looks like it was taken at the Baltimore Convention Center, so I'd guess that this was from Comic Con (or maybe Otakon). But I don't really know, especially since I'd think it would be more crowded. Anyway, it's cute!
- Location:Mt. Washington, MD
- Mood:
happy - Music:Keane - "Is It Any Wonder?"
Here is the trailer to the movie I did earlier this year. I'm only in it for a split second (shortly before the 1 min mark). But hey, it's not about me. Look how good the movie looks for an indie film on a shoe string budget. ;)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjL1WXPw 8QI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjL1WXPw
- Location:Mt. Washington, MD
- Mood:
uncomfortable - Music:Bat For Lashes "Daniel"
Dave Nenner - a musician whom a lot of people in the Baltimore scene would know from Truth Be Told (and was formerly in To A Science and Cylix) - has a new solo side project. I am excited to be working on new songs with him.
Here is the ReverbNation profile: http://www.reverbnation.com/davenenner
There will be some demos posted in the near future.
This is still in the very beginning stages. But tomorrow night, I will be playing a couple of songs with him and Steve Sladki. Here are the details:
I believe we go on around 9:00pm.
Here is the ReverbNation profile: http://www.reverbnation.com/davenenner
There will be some demos posted in the near future.
This is still in the very beginning stages. But tomorrow night, I will be playing a couple of songs with him and Steve Sladki. Here are the details:
| Start Time: | Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 8:00pm |
| End Time: | Thursday, October 8, 2009 at 2:00pm |
| Location: | |
| Street: | 8066 Main Street |
| City/Town: | Ellicott City, MD |
I believe we go on around 9:00pm.
- Location:Mt. Washington, MD
- Mood:
pensive - Music:Stereolab "Les Bon Bons Des Raisons"
I think I just puked in my mouth a little. It appears that the UK has a singer who is about as credible as Avril Lavigne:
From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Wish_I_Wa s_a_Punk_Rocker_(With_Flowers_in_My_Hair) :
"Thom has been the subject of criticism by many artists within the recording world, most notably from Lily Allen, The Fratellis and The Automatic. James Frost and Robin Hawkins from The Automatic stated that "If she was a punk rocker with flowers in her hair she'd get the s*** kicked out of her by other punk rockers, for having flowers in her hair. [...] I haven't found anyone who's told me they like that song and bought it."
Not only are there some major inaccuracies in her song, but apparently there was a fake grass roots story that was created by her record label to promote her as a musician. Sort of goes against the things she's complaining about in her song, doesn't it?
Supposing ... Sandi Thom is the musical antichrist
From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Wish_I_Wa
"Thom has been the subject of criticism by many artists within the recording world, most notably from Lily Allen, The Fratellis and The Automatic. James Frost and Robin Hawkins from The Automatic stated that "If she was a punk rocker with flowers in her hair she'd get the s*** kicked out of her by other punk rockers, for having flowers in her hair. [...] I haven't found anyone who's told me they like that song and bought it."
Not only are there some major inaccuracies in her song, but apparently there was a fake grass roots story that was created by her record label to promote her as a musician. Sort of goes against the things she's complaining about in her song, doesn't it?
Supposing ... Sandi Thom is the musical antichrist
- Location:Mt. Washington, MD
- Mood:
annoyed - Music:Quasi "Genetic Science"
Here is a video tribute of Bryan Burken. It has pictures of him, along with his photography.
The video is also on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCvtM7WK oUQ
I posted some photographs of Bryan in a previous blog entry. I've added 3 more pictures since I originally posted it. You can view that here.
The video is also on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCvtM7WK
I posted some photographs of Bryan in a previous blog entry. I've added 3 more pictures since I originally posted it. You can view that here.
- Location:Mt. Washington, MD
- Mood:
pensive - Music:Ours "Leaves"
Here is an email I received from okcupid a few weeks ago. It's funny that some of the places where I've been considering moving are the places where I have the best matches.
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- Location:Mt. Washington, MD
- Mood:
okay - Music:Babylon Zoo "Spaceman"
On August 22nd, Bryan B passed away. He was a close friend of mine and he positively changed my life in many different ways. He was certainly taken from this world far too soon. I miss him terribly. I will never meet anyone else like him.
There is also a video tribute to Bryan here: Video in Memory of Bryan Burken
Here are some photos of Bryan. All of them were taken by Jim Lucio:

May 29, 2005

80s Prom Night at the Ottobar. June 2005.

The final Underground at the Ottobar. November 2006.

This was also taken outside the Ottobar the same night.
I remember I was standing in front of him while it was being taken.
Update - New Photographs added September 23, 2009:




May 29, 2005

80s Prom Night at the Ottobar. June 2005.

The final Underground at the Ottobar. November 2006.

This was also taken outside the Ottobar the same night.
I remember I was standing in front of him while it was being taken.
Update - New Photographs added September 23, 2009:



There is also a video tribute to Bryan here: Video in Memory of Bryan Burken
- Location:Mt. Washington, MD
- Mood:
indescribable - Music:Jeff Buckley "Hallelujah"
To those of you in Baltimore, please come out to Recher Theater on August 21. I will be making a special guest appearance on a couple songs with my former band mates in Skitzo Calypso. Candace from Another Lincoln will be appearing on a song as well!


- Location:Mt. Washington, MD
- Mood:
cheerful - Music:"A Question of Time" - Depeche Mode
I have wanted this shirt since as long as I can remember. I'm not exaggerating in the slightest. I saw the "Beat It" video repeatedly as a young child. Since I was already taking piano lessons at that time, when I saw Michael Jackson's shirt, I wanted one so much. And now I can have my own.
Now, which size do I order? What if I order the wrong size? Ahh, the blessing and curse of internet clothes shopping.
Here is Michael in the shirt:

Look: Even Weird Al had a similar one in the "Eat It" video:
Wait a minute. If you look at the keyboard divider image that divides each blog entry here on my journal, it looks kind of similar to the shirt. I made the logo myself and didn't even think about the MJ shirt. Perhaps it was embedded in my subconscious? Haha.

Look: Even Weird Al had a similar one in the "Eat It" video:
Wait a minute. If you look at the keyboard divider image that divides each blog entry here on my journal, it looks kind of similar to the shirt. I made the logo myself and didn't even think about the MJ shirt. Perhaps it was embedded in my subconscious? Haha.
- Location:Mt. Washington, MD
- Music:Michael Jackson "Dirty Diana"
Choosing a favorite Michael Jackson song is about as hard as having to choose a favorite song of all-time. Here are two of my favorite MJ videos that no longer get as much attention as, say, "Thriller".
Notice the fake newspaper headline in "Leave Me Alone" that appears:

Notice the fake newspaper headline in "Leave Me Alone" that appears:

- Location:Mt. Washington, MD
- Mood:
nostalgic - Music:Michael Jackson "Leave Me Alone"







