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Speaking of flying shit... https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/produce-a-scene-in-sharknado-2

Randy Newman in glorious mono (and a pretty ugly cover) #2 on Second Discs Must Have RSD Releases Prior to the release of 1968’s self-titled debut, Randy Newman was a staff songwriter for Los Angeles’ Metric Music, a West Coast answer to the Brill Building where he worked alongside the likes of Jackie DeShannon honing his skills. The back of the LP, now being reissued for RSD in its original mono edition, read: “Randy Newman creates something new under the sun!” And while intended ironically (irony being one of Newman’s favorite weapons, always at the ready!), it wasn’t far from the truth. Produced by his childhood friend Lenny Waronker and quirky wunderkind Van Dyke Parks, Randy Newman featured some scathing social commentary sheathed in large, gorgeous orchestrations by the composer himself. Even this early on, it was evident that Randy learned something from his uncles, Lionel and Alfred Newman, two of the most illustrious composers in Hollywood history. The young Newman was the rare talent equally gifted in both melody and lyrics. “Davy the Fat Boy” and “So Long, Dad” are uncomfortably hysterical, while “Love Story” plainly tells the story of a couple from marriage to death, playing checkers all day in a Florida nursing home. Newman’s unique humor was already in full bloom, to wit this exchange from “Love Story”: “We’ll have a kid/Or maybe we’ll rent one, He’s got to be straight/We don’t want a bent one.” All of these songs were delivered in his off-hand, growl of a drawl, providing a contrast to the beautiful arrangements. When Randy Newman turned serious, the results were heartbreaking and simple (though far from simplistic): “Living Without You” or the oft-covered “I Think It’s Going to Rain Today,” which managed to be both cynical and achingly sad. A major new talent had arrived.

Sick-couch/True Detective marathon this weekend. Cuddled up with blankets and an iPad in the middle of the night as it should be watched. Episode 1-7 was entertaining as hell and I loved the original take on the cop-buddy opposing dynamic, but eight was a major disappointment and felt like they belittled the other 7 with that climax. And that double ending, tacked on sidewalk speech was the weakest five minutes of the whole season. That said, overall fun and interested where they will go in season two (I thought that still wasn't official)? Silicon Valley just got picked up for season two though.

http://youtu.be/uL6e3co4Qqc

Speaking of old school. "If it was never new, and it never gets old, it’s a folk song."

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Probably my favorite PopMarket purchase, The CTI Jazz Vinyl Bundle, is back on PopMarket. Freddie Hubbard's "Red Clay," George Benson's "White Rabbit," Stanley Turrentine's "Sugar" and Deodato's "Prelude." http://www.popmarket.com/cti-records-jazz-vinyl-bundle/details/29800772

Third RSD in five years. First two attempts netted zero vinyl in combined 3 1/2 hours in line. This time strolled into a place not known for vinyl at 3PM and found a few titles. Added ILD to the mix. Back to not hating the event.

Different guy and no stupid Geek Pulse video. That's probably coming. We've only been blessed with a stupid Geek Out video so far.

http://youtu.be/GhvHxz1NePQ

Grado SR60i Prestige Series On-Ear Headphones for $54.99 plus shipping http://dealmac.com/iphone/deals/1032000.html

Geek Out 1000 SE Specs *Gold color, with personalized creators' signatures *Limited Edition - Only 32 will be made. *Individually numbered (1 of 32, 2 of 32, etc.) *Hand-matched high-precision components *THD+N is half the distortion of production Geek Out 1000 *To be shipped directly after the end of the campaign Note: If you don't want to wait, there are 16 Geek Out 1000 SE's for sale on the campaign right now for $899 each!

http://youtu.be/px3oVGXr4mo

I was going to leave one step out - MacGyver-style - to protect the world, but fuck it. No idea on nail polish or wrap.

Hope you have a great day.

Only 16 14 units left of the $899 Special Edition Geek Out (reg. $199-299). Hurry. https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/geek-wave-make-your-smartphone-s-sound-sound-better

Flying cars and shit... https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/skylys-the-flying-car

I use the Expert Mouse at home. It's the only trackball I've been able to use for any length of time. You may only want to consider the Vertical Mouse, though it also isn't wireless. Have had for a while, but use others for more exacting work. http://www.evoluent.com The Apple Magic Mouse burns through batteries so quickly (even if turned off at end of every day) I can't recommend. Did surprisingly get used to its flatness/positioning though.

The Harold Lloyd Collection DVD $9.99 http://www.kinolorber.com/video.php?product_id=800&affiliate=kcem