Entries from May 2009

May 28, 2009

East Jesus Nowhere

Had to post this because I think it’s probably the best any band has ever sonically sounded on television without lip syncing. Easily the tightest band in the world.

May 26, 2009

Lady GaGa and Flo-Rida Present “The Death of Innuendo”

I don’t really fancy myself a fan of radio top 40 pop music, but I pride myself on staying hip and current with the latest jams. After scanning local radio, it was clear that two “artists” are owning the charts right now: Lady Gaga and Flo-Rida.
Lady Gaga is a talentless wannabe with an awesome agent. [...]

May 21, 2009

Green Day: 21st Century Breakdown vs. American Idiot

Green Day released 21st Century Breakdown last week and it seems like there has been an intense media saturation with the band ever since. It seems like every print magazine and website is running stories praising their achievement and touting this album as their greatest yet. Well, it’s easily the best album released so far [...]

May 21, 2009

American Idol Finale Part II: Adam vs. Kris

Here we go, night two. Two hours tonight. Not sure I’m ready for this. Maybe a few less posts with more bulk.

May 19, 2009

American Idol Finale Part One: Adam vs. Kris

Well, after many weeks we’ve finally reached the end of the road for this year’s American Idol. The two part finale begins tonight and to celebrate I’ll be doing what the cool kids call “live-blogging.” Check back for real time updates during the show and a summary at the end.

May 17, 2009

The Ticketmaster Monopoly

Yesterday, Green Day tickets went on sale for their show in Boston. Because I was away from my computer, I called Ticketmaster to try to get tickets. After a few minutes on hold, I was connected to the operator and said I would like two best available tickets at any price level. She then told [...]

May 14, 2009

American Idol: Adam vs. Kris

The somewhat surprising (yet correct) final showdown between Adam and Kris is set for next week. Like most weeks, I’ve been happier seeing contestants voted off than move on, and Danny was no exception. Paula completely screwed him with the “Dance Little Sister” pick, then he tried to over compensate with “You Are So Beautiful,” [...]