Since I posted "Sex on Fire," I thought I'd put up some more KoL music videos. I love KoL!
The song that made me fall in love - "Molly's Chambers":
Yes! Line Dancing to KoL - King of the Rodeo:
Monday, October 27, 2008
Kings of Leon's "Sex on Fire" Music Video
One of the greatest bands ever, Kings of Leon, has released their fourth studio album. Read about it here at PopSyndicate.
Here's the bizarre music video:
Here's a pretty good cover (Maybe I like it b/c it looks like it's going to be crap at first):
Here's the bizarre music video:
Here's a pretty good cover (Maybe I like it b/c it looks like it's going to be crap at first):
Friday, October 24, 2008
How Much Does Tina Fey Make?
Find out right here. It might surprise you.
http://www.portfolio.com/interactive-features/2008/09/Tina-Fey-By-the-Numbers?TID=st092007ab
So let's say after this next season of 30 Rock (at least $1.5 mil), she stars in at least one movie in 2009 (at least $10 mil - This Side of the Truth) and writes at least one movie in 2009 (average of $15 mil - Curly Oxide and Vic Thrill). And then let's say she keeps this American Express deal and brings a low-balling $1 mil again. That means, after low-balling this estimate, she would rake in $27.5 mil in 2009.
I'm ok with that. Go Tina Fey!
http://www.portfolio.com/interactive-features/2008/09/Tina-Fey-By-the-Numbers?TID=st092007ab
So let's say after this next season of 30 Rock (at least $1.5 mil), she stars in at least one movie in 2009 (at least $10 mil - This Side of the Truth) and writes at least one movie in 2009 (average of $15 mil - Curly Oxide and Vic Thrill). And then let's say she keeps this American Express deal and brings a low-balling $1 mil again. That means, after low-balling this estimate, she would rake in $27.5 mil in 2009.
I'm ok with that. Go Tina Fey!
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Danna's Proxy Post
This is something Danna would post, but since she's sleeping, I'll post it for her.
See more Natalie Portman videos at Funny or Die
Must See!!!
This is a clip from last week's South Carolina vs. LSU football game. As you can see, the ref intentionally tackles the quarterback for South Carolina. WTCrap???
Haha Yes!
These types of videos were like 75% of Funniest Home Videos' footage.
Best Man Faints and Falls Backward - Watch more free videos
Best Man Faints and Falls Backward - Watch more free videos
Best Backboard-Shattering Dunks Ever
Kevin Love back in HS
Michael Jordan
3 High Schoolers Bring Down the Glass
Shaq when he was young (and little)
Michael Jordan
3 High Schoolers Bring Down the Glass
Shaq when he was young (and little)
The Best of G. I. Joes Public Service Announcements (Remakes)
These PSAs are hilarious! You have to watch at least until 3 minutes in and then see if you like them.
Warning: Bad Language
Warning: Bad Language
Beards
This is mostly for my friend Jacob, but I think almost everyone will at least chuckle a little when they see this.
http://www.biggerbetterbeards.org/
http://www.biggerbetterbeards.org/
Support Interesting Art!
I found this short film while surfing on StumbleUpon. I thought it was pretty cool. It's very artsy and doesn't really have a point, but I thought the style of the video was pretty unique. I wonder how he did it.
Taller Than Trees from Joseph Mann on Vimeo.
Taller Than Trees from Joseph Mann on Vimeo.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Want to Play a Weird Game?
The Polyphonic Spree has this bizarre game online for anyone to attempt. I want to tell you how to play it, but the majority in my brain says no. So you must figure it out on your own.
Tell me if you can figure it out. I had to have Danna help me.
Go here:
http://www.questfortherest.com/
Tell me if you can figure it out. I had to have Danna help me.
Go here:
http://www.questfortherest.com/
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Friday, October 3, 2008
Interview with Simon Pegg
Simon Pegg, from Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and soon-to-come J. J. Abrams Star Trek, does an interview with the AV Club.
Check out the interview here
Eagle Eye Review
"Predictable and ultimately silly, Eagle Eye proves to be no more than a time-drainer."
Ken Lowrey @ Popsyndicate.com
Read the rest of the review here
(Directed at Devin)
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Hack the Debate
The guys at Twitter at doing something really cool tonight. They've teamed up with Current TV and during the Vice Presidential Debate, they're going to run Twitters during the debate.
So during the actual debate, Twitter user's comments will flow across the screen. How cool is that? I'll be one of them, too.
If you don't know what Twitter is, then check it out at Twitter.com.
To learn more, or get involved, visit Hack the Debate//Current
Gay Baby
Yeah. You heard me. Watch the video on the link below to find out more about "the gay baby."
http://www.comedycentral.com/colbertreport/full-episodes/index.jhtml?episodeId=186541
http://www.comedycentral.com/colbertreport/full-episodes/index.jhtml?episodeId=186541
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Best Album Ever? Part 1
I was conversing with my friend Haley yesterday, and she asked me what my favorite album was. This is a very hard question for me to answer. I love music and the task of identifying one single artist's album is daunting. I usually tell people there's no way I could ever answer that, but I'm about to try. (List-style and no repeats)
Ok quick disclaimer - Give me crap about my list please. I welcome the banter. But just know, this list is music I actually listen to regularly and will probably always enjoy. Puddle of Mudd, Led Zeppelin's stuff and Ace of Base were just phases to me. Sorry, I know I probably just committed a sin with the way I phrased that middle band.
The Beatles (White Album) - The Beatles
- There's a reason this is the first album mentioned. The Beatles were nothing less than iconic and masters of popular music for the ages past, present and future. My favorite song on this album is "Happiness is a Warm Gun;" but of course, there's "Helter Skelter," "Blackbird," "Revolution 1," and "Julia." If this album had a taste, it would be whatever was on mighty Zeus' plate on the day of his commencement as god of the gods. (See Across the Universe.)
Nevermind - Nirvana
- We all miss you Kurt; well most of us do. The rising generation seems to miss your brilliance. You did what we all wish we could have done at one point in our lives. Get on stage and shock the world. Track-by-track you fall into the Cobain dimension. My favorite is "On A Plain," but all-time classic is "Smells Like Teen Spirit." If this album was a bird, it'd be a dove. For two reasons: 1) Doves are beautiful and stand for something, and 2) they get shot by shotguns.
Stankonia - OutKast
- This is not #3 on my list. From here on out, the list is random. OutKast is great though. The push the card in the hip hop genre. They are legit. Too legit. Too legit to quit. The bottom line is they are fun to listen to because it's intelligent, humorous rap, but they can still do that scary, I'm-going-put-a-bullet-in-you rap as well. "Ms. Jackson" takes #1 on this album. If this album was a cleaning product, it'd have to be anything by Mr. Clean.
Weezer (Blue Album) - Weezer
- Rivers, lead singer of Weezer, could probably be a reasonable presidential candidate if enough people listened to this album enough times. It's that good. Weezer is wimpy; but for some reason, rock pretty "dece." (Slang term for decent) My favorite track has got to be "Say It Ain't So" because of that raging progression. Other track greats are "Buddy Holly," "My Name is Jonas," "Undone - The Sweater Song," and "No One Else." If Weezer was a T-Shirt, they woudl most definitely be a Threadless Tee.
Nasty Little Thoughts - Stroke 9
- Most of you are either wondering why this album is here, or wondering who the crap Stroke 9 is. Well they are one of my favorites and a lot of people don't know that about me. Stroke 9 is fun. Like 4 year old tricycle fun. They are most known for their hit single (arguably one-hit wonder) "Little Black Backpack," but I love all the tracks off this album. If you don't remember them, then it's time to take a stroll down memory lane. Stroke 9 is that old mit you just found after like 12 years of losing it.
Because of the Times - Kings of Leon
- Of all the albums on this list, if you don't check out any of them, PLEASE check this one out. Honestly, chances are you won't like it. Not at first. But one day, it'll be rainy, cloudy and you'll probably have a sniffly nose, and you'll learn to appreciate the creative Southern roots of this bend-it-like-never-before band. This band is three brothers and cousin that grew up following their preacher dad all over the country. They have this strange way of fusing Southern rock with garage, Strokes-like sound. Notwithstanding lead singer Caleb Followill's ridiciously flexible, skratchy voice. My favorite song is either "Fans" or "On Call." But like the others, they're all good. (Warning: Bold Statement) The Strokes, The Vines, The Hives, Arcade Fire, and all those other alike bands are no where near as good as Kings of Leon. Suck it. (Tip: I've learned that people will respect you more if you toss in a random "suck it" every now and again)
(See newest album Only By The Night)
Ok Computer - Radiohead
- Radiohead. Wow, what can I say? What can anyone say? With U2 aside, they are probably the most world famous band. They have a never-ending supply of creativity. Thom York a genius and risk taker with his latest In Rainbows name-your-price experiment. And that's why we like him. My favorite song is "Paranoid Android." If Radiohead was a book/movie adaptation, it might The Never Ending Story.
Ganging Up On the Sun - Guster
- I'm a big Guster fan. I'm also a big fan of the albums that you can put in and only use one button to enjoy. This album fits both descriptions. This Jewish group has a fun, rich sound that I just can't get tired of. They make me cry sometimes. My favorite song is "Demons" (Goldfly album), "Happier" (Lost and Gone Forever album), "Careful" (Keep It Together album), and "Lighting Rod" (Ganging Up on the Sun album). I couldn't choose; sue me. Guster is like the single photo that you actually like of yourself because you look somewhat photogenic.
Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots - Flaming Lips
- Props to Jacob at The Only Needed Opinion; he de-virginized me with this album. Growing up in the South, I had the disadvantage of only being exposed to the accepted genres and bands. When my ears feasted on this albums, I saw music in an entire different light. The options became limitless. I finally began to grasp the enormity of sound. It is also consequently when I stopped writing my own music. My favorite track here is "Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots Part 1." This album is like that weird cousin of yours that you like being around even though he/she makes you feel constantly awkward.
No Name Face - Lifehouse
- Back when I listened to the radio, I heard Lifehouse and fell in love. I have since burned my old pictures and love notes from them. I feel like their talent is mis-marketed and their potential is missing its mark. Maybe I'm wrong, but No Name Face was incredible. It was the only album with songs on the radio 24/7 that I didn't grow to hate. I love "Sick Cycle Carousel." If Lifehouse was a item in this room right now, they'd be my empty box of Krispy Kreme doughnuts.
To Come: (Guess which albums I'll choose)
Dave Matthews Band, Dashboard Confessionals, Foo Fighters, The Shins, etc.
Ok quick disclaimer - Give me crap about my list please. I welcome the banter. But just know, this list is music I actually listen to regularly and will probably always enjoy. Puddle of Mudd, Led Zeppelin's stuff and Ace of Base were just phases to me. Sorry, I know I probably just committed a sin with the way I phrased that middle band.
The Beatles (White Album) - The Beatles
- There's a reason this is the first album mentioned. The Beatles were nothing less than iconic and masters of popular music for the ages past, present and future. My favorite song on this album is "Happiness is a Warm Gun;" but of course, there's "Helter Skelter," "Blackbird," "Revolution 1," and "Julia." If this album had a taste, it would be whatever was on mighty Zeus' plate on the day of his commencement as god of the gods. (See Across the Universe.)
Nevermind - Nirvana
- We all miss you Kurt; well most of us do. The rising generation seems to miss your brilliance. You did what we all wish we could have done at one point in our lives. Get on stage and shock the world. Track-by-track you fall into the Cobain dimension. My favorite is "On A Plain," but all-time classic is "Smells Like Teen Spirit." If this album was a bird, it'd be a dove. For two reasons: 1) Doves are beautiful and stand for something, and 2) they get shot by shotguns.
Stankonia - OutKast
- This is not #3 on my list. From here on out, the list is random. OutKast is great though. The push the card in the hip hop genre. They are legit. Too legit. Too legit to quit. The bottom line is they are fun to listen to because it's intelligent, humorous rap, but they can still do that scary, I'm-going-put-a-bullet-in-you rap as well. "Ms. Jackson" takes #1 on this album. If this album was a cleaning product, it'd have to be anything by Mr. Clean.
Weezer (Blue Album) - Weezer
- Rivers, lead singer of Weezer, could probably be a reasonable presidential candidate if enough people listened to this album enough times. It's that good. Weezer is wimpy; but for some reason, rock pretty "dece." (Slang term for decent) My favorite track has got to be "Say It Ain't So" because of that raging progression. Other track greats are "Buddy Holly," "My Name is Jonas," "Undone - The Sweater Song," and "No One Else." If Weezer was a T-Shirt, they woudl most definitely be a Threadless Tee.
Nasty Little Thoughts - Stroke 9
- Most of you are either wondering why this album is here, or wondering who the crap Stroke 9 is. Well they are one of my favorites and a lot of people don't know that about me. Stroke 9 is fun. Like 4 year old tricycle fun. They are most known for their hit single (arguably one-hit wonder) "Little Black Backpack," but I love all the tracks off this album. If you don't remember them, then it's time to take a stroll down memory lane. Stroke 9 is that old mit you just found after like 12 years of losing it.
Because of the Times - Kings of Leon
- Of all the albums on this list, if you don't check out any of them, PLEASE check this one out. Honestly, chances are you won't like it. Not at first. But one day, it'll be rainy, cloudy and you'll probably have a sniffly nose, and you'll learn to appreciate the creative Southern roots of this bend-it-like-never-before band. This band is three brothers and cousin that grew up following their preacher dad all over the country. They have this strange way of fusing Southern rock with garage, Strokes-like sound. Notwithstanding lead singer Caleb Followill's ridiciously flexible, skratchy voice. My favorite song is either "Fans" or "On Call." But like the others, they're all good. (Warning: Bold Statement) The Strokes, The Vines, The Hives, Arcade Fire, and all those other alike bands are no where near as good as Kings of Leon. Suck it. (Tip: I've learned that people will respect you more if you toss in a random "suck it" every now and again)
(See newest album Only By The Night)
Ok Computer - Radiohead
- Radiohead. Wow, what can I say? What can anyone say? With U2 aside, they are probably the most world famous band. They have a never-ending supply of creativity. Thom York a genius and risk taker with his latest In Rainbows name-your-price experiment. And that's why we like him. My favorite song is "Paranoid Android." If Radiohead was a book/movie adaptation, it might The Never Ending Story.
Ganging Up On the Sun - Guster
- I'm a big Guster fan. I'm also a big fan of the albums that you can put in and only use one button to enjoy. This album fits both descriptions. This Jewish group has a fun, rich sound that I just can't get tired of. They make me cry sometimes. My favorite song is "Demons" (Goldfly album), "Happier" (Lost and Gone Forever album), "Careful" (Keep It Together album), and "Lighting Rod" (Ganging Up on the Sun album). I couldn't choose; sue me. Guster is like the single photo that you actually like of yourself because you look somewhat photogenic.
Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots - Flaming Lips
- Props to Jacob at The Only Needed Opinion; he de-virginized me with this album. Growing up in the South, I had the disadvantage of only being exposed to the accepted genres and bands. When my ears feasted on this albums, I saw music in an entire different light. The options became limitless. I finally began to grasp the enormity of sound. It is also consequently when I stopped writing my own music. My favorite track here is "Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots Part 1." This album is like that weird cousin of yours that you like being around even though he/she makes you feel constantly awkward.
No Name Face - Lifehouse
- Back when I listened to the radio, I heard Lifehouse and fell in love. I have since burned my old pictures and love notes from them. I feel like their talent is mis-marketed and their potential is missing its mark. Maybe I'm wrong, but No Name Face was incredible. It was the only album with songs on the radio 24/7 that I didn't grow to hate. I love "Sick Cycle Carousel." If Lifehouse was a item in this room right now, they'd be my empty box of Krispy Kreme doughnuts.
To Come: (Guess which albums I'll choose)
Dave Matthews Band, Dashboard Confessionals, Foo Fighters, The Shins, etc.
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