Well, the title just about says it, right? I started watching Metalocalypse when it debuted a few years ago, and enjoyed it because of its absurdity and the fact that I could understand some of the humor from having been friends with tonbabydc for many years. If you haven’t seen it, even if you aren’t … Continue reading »
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Why Van Halen Was Better with Sammy Hagar
Pound for pound, Van Halen was at one time one of the greatest musical groups alive. They helped lead America out of the Disco era and into the eighties, when tremendously talented acts like Journey, U2 and Ozzy Osbourne roamed the arenas with abandon. It was back when Bruce Springsteen was still relevant and at … Continue reading »
This One’s for You, Tom
My friend Tom got married last night. He and his long-time girlfriend, Jenn, tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony at a cathedral and then had a warm and fun reception that went well into the night. I wish them nothing but the best, and endless years of happiness. Also kind of hope they have … Continue reading »
Fandom, Fanaticism and the Question of Art
The nature of nerd fandom is a uniquely strange thing, one that I have yet to see repeated in other fan bases. It fosters the notion that the fans somehow “own” the material as much as the artist, or that they have some sort of legitimate input to bring to the table for the creative process. Continue reading »
My Time as Star Wars Ombudsman
Look, the blog is named after a Star Wars reference. I just hope you enjoy the uniquely honest perspective. I’m always going to give it to you straight. Continue reading »
