- (NEW!) Davie Allan & The Arrows - Fuzz For The Holidays 2 CD (info) - SP032 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) Eddie Angel - Guitar Party + Bonus Tracks CD (info) - SPCD23 - $14.75
- (NEW!) Eddie Angel - Eddie Angel Meets The Beatles CD (info) - SP020 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) Eddie Angel - Plays Link Wray CD (info) - SP027 - $14.75
- (NEW!) The Aquasonics - Play Songs For The Surfin' Set CD (info) - WT506 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Beat Tornados - Scandinavian Interlude CD (info) - FR009 - $16.75 (NS)
- (NEW!) The Bel-Airs - The Origins Of Surf Music CD (info) - CP9512 - $14.75
- (NEW!) Blue Rockin' - Rockin Boogie Trash CD (info) - PT6602 - $14.75 (NS)
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Brillantina's - Pulp-A-Mandrilla CD (info) - ET020 - $12.75 (NS)
- (NEW!) El Patapsco - Long Range Desert Group CD (info) - EP001 - $12.75
- (NEW!) El Ray - Highwave To Hell CD (info) - GC016 - $15.75 (NS)
- (NEW!) The Fathoms - Fathom This! CD (info) - MU029 - $14.75
- (NEW!) The Four Points Gang - Rhythm & Booze CD (info) - PT6801 - $10.75 (NS)
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Fuzz-Busters - Retro-Sonic Music For The Moderns CD (info) - FB751 - $14.75
- (NEW!) I Fantomatici - Spaghetti Surf CD (info) - GC015 - $15.75 (NS)
- (NEW!) The Illuminoids - Secret Society Of Surf Guitar CD (info) - SPR33 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Incredible Mr. Smith - Adventures In The Land Of Twang CD (info) - GS012 - $14.75
- (NEW!) Jon & The Nightriders - Stampede! CD (info) - CP9511 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) Laika & The Cosmonauts - Laika Sex Machine CD (info) - YP024 - $14.75
- (NEW!) The Lava Rats - Don't Drink The Water CD (info) - LR001 - $13.75
- (NEW!) Los Gatos Salvajes - Complete Recordings CD (info) - NF021 - $14.75
- (NEW!) Los Kahunas - Otro Reverberante Encuentro Con... CD (info) - NF022 - $14.75
- (NEW!) The Martini Kings - Dance of The Virgins CD (info) - MK003 - $14.75
- (NEW!) The Martini Kings - Weekend In Palm Springs CD (info) - MK002 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Men From S.P.E.C.T.R.E - The Living Eye CD (info) - HB007 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Moe Greene Specials - S/T CD (info) - GC010 - $16.75 (NS)
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Nelsonics - The Nelsonics (Reissue) CD (info) - HB502 - $14.75
- (NEW!) The Nematoads - Five Guns West CD (info) - DE025 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Razorblades - The Dark Side Of The Beach CD (info) - GS001 - $14.75
- (NEW!) Retroactive Gamma Rays - Activate! CD (info) - RGR01 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Reverb Syndicate - Operation: Jet Set! CD (info) - TRS01 - $12.75
- (NEW!) The Reverb Syndicate - Sputnik A-Go-Go CD (info) - TRS02 - $13.75
- (NEW!) The Secret Samurai - Gun Sho Gun CD (info) - SS001 - $14.75
- (NEW!) The Silhouettes - Rautalankarenessanssi CD (info) - EB007 - $16.75 (NS)
- (NEW!) '63 Burnout - Trouble At The Speedway CD (info) - GGR701 - $14.75
- (NEW!) The Sleepwalkers - Twisted Fate! CD (info) - GRCD140 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Special Agents - Bulletproof Beat CD (info) - HB004 - $14.75
- (NEW!) Speedball Jr. - For The Broad Minded CD (info) - GC014 - $15.75 (NS)
- (NEW!) The Tornadoes - Charge Of The Tornadoes CD (info) - CP9503 - $14.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) The Tornadoes - Now & Then CD (info) - CP9501 - $14.75
- (NEW!) Urban Surf Kings - Bang Howdy Partner CD (info) - USK005 - $14.75
- (NEW!) The 'Verb - Reverberated...For Your Pleasure CD (info) - TV001 - $14.75
- (NEW!) The Volcanics - Girls Girls Girls CD (info) - OR103 - $12.75
- (BACK IN STOCK!) V/A - Better Than The Average Weekend: Shadowy Men Tribute CD (info) - DE011 - $14.75 (NS)
- (BACK IN STOCK!) V/A - Big Wave Riders CD (info) - DE020 - $14.75 (NS)
- (BACK IN STOCK!) V/A - Celebration Of Life CD (info) - GB004 - $9.75 (NS)
- (BACK IN STOCK!) V/A - Christmas Memories CD (info) - RR739 - $16.75 (NS)
- (NEW!) V/A - Out Of This World Flying Saucers CD (info) - CP019 - $14.75 (NS)
- (NEW!) V/A - Pledge Your Allegiance To Satan! CD (info) - NTR09 - $12.75
- (NEW!) V/A - Wilson Chance: The Sound Of Danger CD (info) - HB002 - $14.75
Friday, March 07, 2008
Double Crown - March 2008 Update
There's lots of new stuff available in the Double Crown catalog so if you're looking for some surf/instro music to get in the mood for spring, go to our online catalog. We've also got the upcoming Bonney & Buzz CD, Bang It Again!, set for a March 25th release. Here is what's new in the catalog:
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
Playboy Cover To Cover - The 50's
If you're a fan of the fifties, cocktails, jazz music, clothing, vintage hi-fi equipment, fictional writing, interviews with celebrities and, uh.....beautiful women, Amazon's got an amazing deal. This box set contains digital reproductions of every page of Playboy magazine published in the 1950's, a real paper reprint of the first issue, a book detailing the early history of the magazine and a box that houses the whole collection, for just $20.00!!! It normally sells for around $100.00 - act quick on this one, before they pull the deal. (link)Thursday, February 28, 2008
Bonney & Buzz - Bang It Again! CD Coming March 18
Bonney & Buzz - Bang It Again! CD - 17 Twangy Euro-Instro Classics!!!Bonney & Buzz are back with their second CD for Double Crown - a 17 track classic called Bang It Again! The duo features Bill Bonney of The Fentones ("The Mexican" and "The Breeze & I") and Pete "Buzz" Miller ("Can Can 62" and "Totem Pole"), who was also half of the popular Shig & Buzz duo. They are joined by a bunch of accomplished musicians on drums, bass and percussion. You’ll find seventeen classics, including “Raunchy”, “F.B.I”, “Last Date”, “The Breeze & I” and more!
(Order Now! - Ships 3/18/08) Bonney & Buzz - Bang It Again! CD - $12.75 (Click To Order)
Monday, February 25, 2008
Improv Everywhere Brings Desktop Computers To Starbucks
The Starbuck's stores here in Bellingham already resemble the computer labs we had in the 90's at Western Washington University - this group takes things a step further.
Friday, February 22, 2008
Thursday, February 21, 2008
The Production Of An RCA Records From 1942
Cool Lego Hot Rod
My kids and I build with Lego all the time - we even have a robotics set which we use to build programmable cars. My oldest likes to build dragsters, and they're pretty cool, but this Lego hotrod is simply mindblowing - looks like they've even used stock bricks (although some of them are probably fairly hard to find). There are a bunch of detailed photos here.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
World's Greatest Music Collection On Ebay - 3.3 Million Records/CDs
I don't have a spare $3 million, or a spare warehouse, for this huge collection, but take a look at this auction on Ebay. 3 million LP's, 300,000 CD's and loads of 7"s and 78's. Check out the Q&A as well.
Amazing Staircase Bookshelf
When we moved into a new house a couple of years ago I was able to reduce my book collection by 2/3, but if we hadn't moved, our old house had a stairs that would have been perfect for this sort of thing. I like how they made little areas on each step that allow you to sit and select a book from each "shelf", as well as the skylight that brings light into the whole area.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Monday, February 18, 2008
Fugly $140,000 Hot Wheels Car
I'm perfectly happy with the $0.99 Hot Wheels cars that my kids buy at the local grocery store - $140k could buy you a pretty sweet REAL car, that you can actually drive and stuff..... (Gizmodo)
Thursday, February 14, 2008
WFMU Battle of the Bogus Beatle Bands
Round 3 Of WFMU's "Battle Of The Bogus Beatle Bands" has been posted - you can click on this link to see all 3 rounds so far, with plenty of downloadable MP3's.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Turkish Star Wars Movie (aka Dünyayı Kurtaran Adam)
This is just way beyond bad - Ed Wood used plenty of stock footage in his films, but whoever put together this Turkish sci-fi film went WAY beyond that - they used a ton of footage from Star Wars, inserted some Turkish actors and dialogue, added a dash of Raiders of the Lost Ark and Phantom of the Opera theme music, and voila - they had a movie! I have to admit, I didn't make it all the way through, but I'm sure you'll find lots of other borrowed material in this little gem.
Monday, February 11, 2008
Las Vegas - Rockabilly Rave USA + Mondo Lounge In Early October
Mark your calendars - in early October there will be two great festivals going on in Las Vegas - Rockabilly Rave USA and Mondo Lounge. I had already made plans to go to the rockabilly fest, either as a vendor or just as a spectator, but I just got word that there will be a second festival in Las Vegas that weekend. As if there wasn't enough to do in Las Vegas! Just cruise on over to the two websites and see for yourself. I'm not sure if I'll be going on my own, with my wife, or with the whole family. If this wasn't enough for you, or you're looking for some side trips to do while in Vegas, check out Trusted Tours & Attractions - they've got all kinds of helicopter tours, trips out to Hoover Dam and the Grand Canyon, and much more. Las Vegas is known for it's adult activities, but Trusted Tours & Attractions has plenty of family vacation ideas. We've done a couple of Las Vegas trips with my whole family and my mother in law, so we can do family stuff during the day and then she watches the kids at night - it all works out pretty well. Last time we all went down we had a great time seeing Tom Jones, an Elvis impersonator (I think his name was "The Dream King") and drinking while walking up and down the strip. With two great fests packed into 5 days hopefully I'll see some of you in Las Vegas in October! 
Friday, February 08, 2008
Gilligan's Island - Unaired Pilot Episode
Not sure I dig the calypso theme music, but the is still cool nevertheless. I have a feeling it'll get trashed by YouTube soon though....
CruiserStyle.com - Beach Cruisin' Bicycles
I stumbled across a company today that does for bicycles what Easy Rider did for choppers - it's at CruiserStyle.com, which features a variety of mens' beach cruisers (they have ladies and kids beach cruisers too). Many of the bikes have traditional styling, however, the one that really caught my eye was the one in the photo shown here. It's not really my style (although it'd be fun to try it out), but it looks like something my kids would love to have. I can't tell from the website how well these do in the sand, although many of the photos show the bikes in the sand, so maybe they'd work okay. Or perhaps "beach cruisers" are used to get to and from the beach, on sidewalks, trails and roads. I live in Washington, with no nearby beaches, so I'm not really sure what the scene's like in California, Florida, etc. I know that these bikes definitely look cool and are reasonably priced - men's bikes start at $139.00. My wife rides a cruiser, with a basket in front, and it really works well on areas that are relatively flat - she has a blast on it. Her cruiser is in good shape, but if it ever breaks down I'm going to show her this site!
Thursday, February 07, 2008
Pearl Jam Support Barack - Kill Bill Haley Song
This is just awful, worse than Eddie Vedder's mohawk of a few years ago - Pearl Jam (minus Eddie, who despite his political views, wisely stayed out of the studio on this one) rip through the Bill Haley & The Comets classic, "Rock Around The Clock", but change it to "Rock Around Barack" - get the MP3, if you dare, here.
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Vintage Valentine's Day Cards
I like to make my wife a personalized Valentine's Day card each year - sometimes I start from scratch, but often I do a little cut n' paste to put one together. I just stumbled across a Flickr group that has a bunch of vintage V-Day cards - throw one of these into Photoshop and in no time you'll have something sweet for your gal or guy.
Payperpost - A Unique Website For Bloggers
A week or two ago I mentioned the fact that every once in a while I would be including paid reviews on this blog site. I'm hoping that over time I'll be able to include reviews that are appropriate to this blog (there have been just a few so far). It seems like when you first sign up there are a limited number of options, but over time the options will increase. I found a great one through a Google search called payperpost, which is quick and easy to get started with, and they seem to have the largest selection of available items and websites to write about. The user interface on their website it easy too - login is a snap and with just one click you get a list of all items and websites that are available to write about, and this list changes every day. Payments are quick too - it's linked to Paypal and payments are sent promptly. the money that comes in from these paid ads will go towards Double Crown Records and The Continental Magazine - hopefully enough will come in so I can add another release or two to our schedule each year. At PayPerPost there is a large amount of variety, so if you are a blogger you're bound to find something of interest to write about! 
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
L'Aerotrain - A French 60's/70's Hovercraft Train
The French worked on a hovercraft train the 60's and 70's, but abandoned the concept in favor of the TVG high speed train system. This video is a glimpse of what could have been....
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
The Col-Pop - Soda & Food In One Cup At BBQ Chicken
This is either genius or a bad marketing gimmick, but at a small (but growing) Asian fast food chain called BBQ Chicken they have a to-go meal featuring chicken nuggets and soda in a cup. Check out this video to get the full scoop.
Col-Pop: The Future of Fast-Food Technology from Adam Kuban on Vimeo.
Col-Pop: The Future of Fast-Food Technology from Adam Kuban on Vimeo.
Monday, February 04, 2008
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Web Hosting Services
I'm pretty happy with my web hosting service, OLM. They are cheap and in the nearly 10 years I've been with them they've seldom gone down for maintenence or any other issue. They might not be for everyone, so if you have a website and are looking for a web hosting choice check out Web Hosting Choice.com, a directory of web hosting services. They have a variety of ways to find the perfect web hosting service for your website.
Sleeveface Sequel - Extending Album Artwork
A few days ago I wrote about the Sleeveface scene - well, it looks like there's another group of Photoshop enthusiasts who have kinda ran with the same concept, coming up with fun and interesting images that extend the scenery of album covers. It's pretty much the same as Sleeveface, but there's 32+ pages of images - a great way to kill an afternoon.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Cool Site For Retro Game Fans
If you dig old school video games like Space Invaders, Frogger, Astroids and Tetris, you gotta check out the games at Neave.com. They're done in flash and you can play them full screen or in a window. Just don't play Tic-Tac-Toe against the computer - you might think you can beat the computer, but no matter how many times you try you can't. I shouldn't admit this, but I tried about 20 times.....sad.....
Fail Blog - It's Lolcats For 2008!
I have to admit, lolcats didn't do much for me (for some reason I found the lolrus to be funnier). Now that the whole "lol-" thing has become passe', it's time for the Fail Blog to get it's 15 minutes. Check it out here.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
New Poll To See What Should Be Added To This Blog
I have just added a poll on the right hand side (scroll about half way down) to see what people want to see more of here. Surf music? Pop Culture? Gadgets? This will help me decide the kinds of things I will post in the future (operative word is "help" - I'll still post whatever I want, but the poll results will give me some direction). In the olden days of the internet it was hard to set up a quick and easy poll - I tried and it ended up being a mess. However, I found one online that was quick and easy to use - Easy-Poll (with a name like that you'd hope it'd be easy!). Using it you can set up
myspace surveys, Blogger polls, or use them anywhere that you can include html code. Given the fact that so few people comment here I'm not expecting huge poll numbers, but you never know....
myspace surveys, Blogger polls, or use them anywhere that you can include html code. Given the fact that so few people comment here I'm not expecting huge poll numbers, but you never know....
Death Drinks A Mai Tai T-Shirt at Woot!
Woot! is a cool site that features one or more products for sale each day at a low, low price - usually it's a gadget of some sort. However, today they have a cool shirt that combines a couple of my interests - tikis and hot rods. This beauty is only $10 - get it now here.
MTV Time Warp - 3 Hours Worth!
I just stumbled across a Belgian website that has 3 hours of MTV, recorded back in 1983. It comes complete with Mark Goodman, commercials and Night Ranger - can't believe it's been 25 years!
The 50th Anniversary of Lego
I have to admit, with two boys, we spend a lot of time building things with Lego. Last night we were building garages for Hot Wheels cars. It's the 50 year anniversary of the company and a bunch of websites are doing articles about it. Boing Boing has a video (shown here) that shows one of their editors building the Millennium Falcon, the largest Lego set to date. My kids like Star Wars and have a few of the sets, like the X-wing and the small version of the Star Destroyer, but even they say this set is way too big (it's also $500, more than I want to spend on a Lego set). This set has over 5,000 tiny gray and black pieces and apparently it took this guy a few days to put it together.
Friday, January 25, 2008
David Lee Roth - Runnin' With The Devil Acappella
This is absolutely hillarious - Chunklet posted an MP3 of David Lee Roth singin' "Runnin' With The Devil" with all of the instrumentation stripped away. Sounds like he's having a blast singing this song - he does some crazy stuff that gets buried in the final mix. I haven't A - B'ed it with the studio recording - my first thought was that this must have been from a live recording - it's so wild n' crazy. However, I think it's actually the studio recording. You have to read their comments about this (27 so far) - here's one:
"Randy"?
"Yes".
"Paula"?
"Yes".
"I say Yes".
"Welcome to Hollywood!"
Sleeveface Flickr Pool
There's a whole Flickr photo pool dedicated to the "Sleeveface" scene - holding an album cover carefully in front of your head to make it look like you are the model used in the photo. The effect is sometimes cool and sometimes creepy.
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Increased Number Of Blog Posts / Smorty.Com
I've been working on increasing the frequency of my blog posts - in the past it's been a few each month, but now I'm trying to post about 5-7 times per week. The inspiration behind much of what I'm doing here is Rip Thrillby's Atomoculture mailing list, which dealt with surf rock, 50's/60's stuff and pop culture. I'm really just doing it for fun, but if a little money comes in from it that'll help me out with the label and magazine. There are a bunch of sponsor links on the right-hand side of this page that bring in a little money (if you buy anything from iTunes, Amazon, Netflix or CCMusic it'd be great if you use these links!). However, I'm also looking into the idea of including paid reviews here. One of the simplest, and best sites, I've found so far is Smorty.com - when it comes to blog advertising (as an advertiser and as a blogger), it seems to be the quickest to get started with. Their website is clear and easy to navigate - it really only takes a few minutes to get started. I signed up yesterday and I already have a list of things to review. However, I promise to only review things that make sense within the context of this website. I know the concept of "paid reviews" might have negative connotations, but this particular site allows you to be truthful with your reviews, and everything should be seamless if I pick things to review that truly belong here.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Toga Kings Are The Louie Of The Week!
My old band, The Toga Kings, were named "Louie Of The Week" this week by The Louie Report (the official Louie Louie website), for our version of "Louie Louie" recorded at our September 2006 reunion show. Here's what they had to say:"Last week, I announced a new feature called the “LOUIE of the Week” award. We had the Cafe Blues Band, a fun band from Russia, take the first honors for what should be a regular feature. This week, we’ll acknowledge the Toga Kings, a fun band from Bellingham, Washington.
You can hear their version of LOUIE LOUIE by visiting their MySpace page. Even though their official webpage is on the Double Crown Records page, even though there’s no plans for any actual recordings. Your best bet is find out where they’re playing, and experience them live!"
Japanese Power Breakfast - Coffee & Cigs Packaged Together
My old pal Rip Thrillby would have appreciated this - in Japan you can get 2 packs of Marlboros and canned coffee packaged together. Perfect (if you smoke) after a night of drinkin' scotch and gettin' way too little sleep. Read more about it in the Times Online.
Statue Of Liberty - Symbol Of Destruction In Sci-Fi Flicks/Books
I have noticed the use of the Statue Of Liberty as a symbol of destruction in many places, probably for the first time in the first Planet Of The Apes film. Who can forget Charlton Heston at the end, yelling at the top of his lungs, "You maniacs! You blew it up! D*mn you! D*mn you all to hell!" Recently a destroyed Statue Of Liberty has been used in the new monster movie Cloverfield (which I hope to see this weekend). Well, somebody has taken it upon themselves to gather a whole set of images of the Statue of Liberty from magazines, films and books - it's quite amazing to see them all in one place!
Monday, January 21, 2008
Metal Label Releasing A Surf Rock Comp...Look's Scary!
I read this on the Rock n' Roll Report website - the headline got my hopes up, but if you read further, it's looks pretty darn scary....Unsigned Bands Wanted for Surf Rock CD Compilation
January 16th, 2008
For Immediate Release:
“On the heels of the “Skater Rock Vol. 1/2″ and “Strip Club Rock” CD Comps, both due in stores March 25th, Versailles Records has announced plans for “Surf Rock Vol. 1/2.’ The album will feature material from current/former members of Ozzy Osbourne Band, Aerosmith, Rough Cutt, Ratt, Alice Cooper Band, Exodus, Warrant, L.A. Guns, Slash’s Snakepit, Exodus, Lillian Axe, Dangerous Toys, Poison, Pretty Boy Floyd, Dad’s Porno Mag, WASP, and others.
In addition to the aforementioned material, the label is seeking original song submissions from up-and-coming, signed and unsigned millennium rock and metal bands. Each participating band will receive a photo and bio in the CD booklet, as well as promos. Interested groups should e-mail inquiries to surfrock2008@yahoo.com.
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Emy Jackson and the Smashmen - Crying in a Storm
I recently discovered a cool new music blog called Garage Hangover, which as you'd imagine, deals with vintage garage rock. Of interest to you surf fans is a post they just wrote about Emy Jackson and the Smashmen. Apparently Emy Jackson was a singer that did ballady, mellow pop songs, in English and Japanese. However, for the single they throw the spotlight on, she is backed by the Smashmen, who deliver some cool, reverby surf guitar and a solid beat. They have one of the two songs on the 7" available for download on their website - check it out!
Friday, January 18, 2008
You Suck At Photoshop - 1, 2 & 3
This series will definitely make any of you graphic designers chuckle - I'm not one myself, but I found these vids to be pretty funny and educational.
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Raquel Welch Doin' A Napoleon Dynamite Dance In A Space Suit
This sequence comes from a 1970 TV Special called Raquel! - this is going to the top of my Netflix queue.
Take a trip down memory lane with a pair of pop-culture icons as actress Raquel Welch welcomes singer Tom Jones to her splashy 1970 television special. Filmed around the world in exotic locations from Paris to Mexico, the show features guest appearances by legendary performers Bob Hope and John Wayne. More than just a pretty face, the multitalented Welch also sings, swings and jokes with the best of them!
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Slot Car Track That Lowers From The Ceiling
This is an amazing slot car track that lowers from the ceiling at the push of a button! The video below shows some of the techniques used to build it. Surprisingly, he says it cost about a grand to build - after watching the video I'm sure many of you will want to start making your own.Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Vampira - Vampira Show & Plan 9 From Outer Space - RIP
A few days ago Vampira (aka Maila Nurmi), host of her own TV show in the 50's and actress in films like Plan 9 From Outer Space, passed away at the age of 86.
Monday, January 14, 2008
Thunderbirds 40th Anniversary Collector's Edition Megaset
My kids and I have a few Thunderbirds DVD's, and they dig 'em quite a bit (as do I). I might have to spring for this one - it has the complete series, and the bonus features look interesting:The Brains Behind Thunderbirds; The Making of Thunderbirds; Pop-Up Episode Pit of Peril ; Gerry Speaks - An Inside Look at Anderson s 7 Favorite Series --A&E Home Video
You can get this on sale at Amazon by clicking here.
Friday, January 11, 2008
The Ventures - In The Vaults Volume 4 CD
I only have the first volume in this series, but this one looks pretty tasty, with alternate versions of "Journey To The Stars", "Delicado" and "Bumble Bee Twist" - reviews I've seen so far are overwhelmingly positive, so I might have to lay out some green for this one (oh, I wish Ace would add me to their promo mailing list).
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Davie Allan & The Arrows On Tour In Texas
Davie Allan & The Arrows are doing a short tour of Texas in April - here are the dates & venues:| 2/20 | Ritz Alamo Draft House - Austin |
| 2/21 | Continental - Austin |
| 2/22 | Sam's Burger Joint - San Antonio |
| 2/23 | Continental - Houston |
Wednesday, January 09, 2008
New Arthur Lyman 2-on-1 CD's Available
I was just poking around the Collector's Choice Music website and noticed that they have added a bunch of Arthur Lyman CD's, each with two albums, and to my knowledge, previously unreleased on CD. Martin Denny and Les Bater are probably the most well known exotica artists, by Arthur Lyman (who got his start as a member of Martin Denny's band), is just as good, in my opinion and he really forged a sound that was all his own.
Hallmark Guitars
When the Kilaueas toured the US back in 2006, Ralf played Hallmark guitars exclusively. When the band came to Bellingham they stayed with us and Ralf kept his gold sparkly Hallmark Swept-Wing inside our house. My two kids, who had little-to-no interest in music at that time were fascinated by it - we have a banged up old acoustic that we take turns strumming every once in a while (it's usually out of tune), but man, that gold beauty was a work of art. My kids are a couple of years older now, and I'm itchin' to play electric guitar again (I played a bit in college, although bass and keys were my main instruments), so I've got my eye on one of these. Given the fact that I was never a good 6 string player, maybe I should just go with a Swept-Wing bass.....decisions, decisions.......
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
Hungry? How 'bout a deep-fried cellphone?
I've heard of deep-fried Twinkies and Mars bars, but cellphones?
Monday, January 07, 2008
Conan O' Brien Performs "Blue Moon Of Kentucky"
Here are a couple of YouTube clips from the Conan O'Brien show - the first one is him singing and playing guitar, performing "Blue Moon Of Kentucky". The second shows him roaming the halls of his studio with a guitar and strap-on amp, riffing away on "Smoke On The Water", "Purple Haze", "Creep" and "Sabotage" (the latter two while other workers are playing Rock Band). Shows why he's the funniest late night TV host, and not a bad musician at the same time (who knew?)
Friday, January 04, 2008
Man Builds Bowling Alley In Garage
This is something I'd love to have - a bowling alley in my garage! Check out the pics and video here.
Thursday, January 03, 2008
The Galactically Hot Women of Star Trek (Original Series)
On Flickr there's a photo group that contains just about all of the women that appeared on Star Trek: The Original Series. Lots of eye candy to be found here!
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
Holiday Neckbeard
So the holidays are over and it's time to shave off your Holiday Neckbeard. Never heard of a Holiday Neckbeard? Well, go to this site, read the rules and check out their gallery, and get started on your 2008 Holiday Neckbeard!
Man In Space TV Toy Commercial
Holy cow, this looks like an amazing toy! There was nothing this cool (that I can remember, at least) in the 70's when I was a kid. Check out the commercial here.Mattel had a different, but similar, toy called Major Matt Mason: Man In Space - it looks pretty cool too!
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