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What I Tweeted, 2009-10-04 Edition

Sunday, October 4, 2009

Do you @natmechanics addicts know they have an open mic the last Monday of every month? Looks likely that I will make an appearance tonight. #
Have you seen Primer? Great indie sci-fi flick (streams free from Netflix!). Read my post for non-spoiler info & a link http://bit.ly/DqDo5 #
Beautiful Philly. For a change. Also, saw a huge rainbow out of 13th and Arch. http://twitpic.com/jjdkk #
@eventheslept I will definitely listen, but I'm taking my brother to see Paramore the night of your show. Perhaps on your next trip? in reply to eventheslept #
Just did a full run through of our Talent Show – I think I underestimate how much I miss stage managing without having to perform at all. #
Now, a charming 35 minutes at home with the wife before we head out to the open mic @natmechanics, where I'm hopefully playing before 11. #
My right arm is useless and flabby from a season of limited playing. First few open mics will likely be a little painful to keep in tempo. #
@CTK1 too frisky? Sounds like a reason I would *accept* a guest blog, if I did such a thing. in reply to CTK1 #
@eventheslept might be able to make it! Thanks for letting me know. in reply to eventheslept #
I need to get used to the fact that nights I feel like I sound crappy are the nights to be slamming open mics. If I sound awesome, record. #
I'm sure the people in the row homes next to the bus stop really appreciate my 10 minutes of vocal warmups. Especially the falsetto sirens. #
In non-me news, @filmstarband had a photo shoot on Sunday since they are about to be BAND OF THE MONTH, & they plan to shoot a music video. #
Y'all, @natmechanics is a little sleepy right now, if you're nearby come out for beer, chat, and some tunes. #
@PhillyBossLady You have to quiz E about it, I thinks he found them on Craigslist? But they seem pretty awesome. in reply to PhillyBossLady #
And then I was a huge nerd and remoted to work from a bar. #
I'm at National Mechanics (22 South 3rd St, 3rd Street between Market and Chestnut, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/X4KMf #
Met the super-friendly Jim from Baltimore, an art wholesaler here for the week who dropped in randomly on the open mic. Digging his playing. #
Whoever this female comic at the open mic is, I kinda totally love her. Name forthcoming. Caroline something? Funny. #
The comic prior to me was Carolyn Busa, she was awesome and actually funny, and she is at http://carolynbusa.com #
Oddly beautiful mashup of Maureen from Rent and the heavy bits of Hedwig. That's the best I can describe it, from lead singer of Radio Eris. #
And, also, Primus and Yoko Ono. Push all my buttons, hard. #
That would be Laura Bloom, of Radio Eris. Super sweet & friendly, fierce on stage, and totally roxxors my soxxors. #
@cropulis Loved her! You must let me know if you ever plan to see her do a set, I'd definitely come along. in reply to cropulis #
Luke Giordano on a brief new routine, followed by riffing from Danny Ozark (co-host). Still @natmechanics. Did you even know this was here? #
Next comic was pretty freaking funny, but it's the time of night when I turn from a singer-songwriter to a grumpy project managing pumpkin. #
@SarahPsyDeal I think I might have just noticed you talking to @cropulis and saw what I think is the cover of Love's Forever Changes? in reply to SarahPsyDeal #
@garrisonstarr So sorry to have missed your Philly house show! I remain a dedicated fan even 11 years after my Junior Prom :) in reply to garrisonstarr #
@sethgoldstein I just cannot hang late on a Monday night – it fusses my whole week up! in reply to sethgoldstein #
YES. @amandapalmer coming to Philly on 11/18, one day before bro's run in 12th Night. What a freaking awesome week. #
@mmmeghan Love Ani, don't always love the Electric Factory, & in recent experience I despise most of her live fans. AFP for $20 all the way. in reply to mmmeghan #
Too wiped to cook. Too hungry to sleep. Answer: Pop Tarts. #
@mmmeghan I'll be in NJ watching lil' bro rock his play on the 20th. (Ani always schedules against my life; last time: my engagement party) in reply to mmmeghan #
@eventheslept You should include your website or MySapce in your profile and write a bio! Plan for lazyweb post-midnite surfers like me :) in reply to eventheslept #
@sifelaver I seem to have gotten the hang of the 2007 beast quicker than everyone else, possibly because of how bad I've been dreading it? in reply to sifelaver #
@skipshoe so key and so often ignored – people want to go stakeless to please everyone, but you can't make progress without a starting point in reply to skipshoe #
@skipshoe I'd never come down so hard against fair-mindedness! I I just mean that equivocating on early plans leads to a lack of direction. in reply to skipshoe #
And then I had a concert at work. Because my life is upside down. #
Sometimes the best part of success is sharing it with the people who helped you achieve it. #
What i'd really like right now is a nap, but what I'll get is brief dinner and a dash to Time to sign up for an early spot for the open mic. #
I love that my OCD anti-germ routine is now in vogue. Maybe it's the HIV/AIDS educator in me, but I've been this big of a germophobe forever #
I'm at Time (1315 Sansom St., Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/5Ajf3 #
One of my favorite things: sitting next to French or Quebequois and enjoying how much French I have (and haven't) retained. #
This singer / emcee is doing my personal theme song. I didn't know it existed, previously, yet here it is, narrating my life. #
Arcati Crisis held up pretty well over our month of mothballs. If anything, I got a little more measured and Gina got more kick ass. #
Singer/emcee is Lee G of http://leegrap.com – We played a house party w/him this summer; hopefully meeting up with him at a future open mic. #
We were strong, but we're still not that act that makes the room stop talking. That's the goal. #
Hard to stick to my "leave by midnight" rule when ia vocal major is beautifully playing my guitar. In this case the exception was worth it #
@EileenOBrien Unsure on PodCamp – scheduled a band rehearsal/recording for Sunday, and I need to get set up for it. in reply to EileenOBrien #
#Brandfail: Bruegger's has lots of tasty poster, but their bagels & breads are average and the preparation in Center City SUCKS. Always bad. #
@drew Peet's coffee is my FAVORITE. I go whenever I'm in Boston. I love their chai. in reply to drew #
Agreed re: @Panerabread: always better breads and service than the lackluster @brueggers experience on Market @kacphl @eedawson @amanda_nan #
I hear such good things about @brueggers, but the bagels seem hard and stale whenever I go, and their new egg sandwich was tiny & crappy. #
@Brueggers So, if I don't look for the Hot! sign I can expect slightly stale bagels at 10:42 in the morning? in reply to Brueggers #
@Brueggers Just disappointed that your brand isn't living up to the expectations set by your WOM & advertising. It's just a fancy Dunkin' D. in reply to Brueggers #
I am in a serious brain-drain, but I need to summon some smarts for a few more hours of work & (hopefully) rocking the open mic @mcgillins #
Paralyzed by choice of where to donate for our United Way drive. Definitely @northernhomefc & Settlement Music School. Your local favorites? #
@planetxerox They look like a wonderful agency! I want to focus on people's basic needs, and on music, so they're perfect. in reply to planetxerox #
@amanda_nan You brought a big smile to my face with that tweet. Tomorrow is the last day of my charity drive! Then, back to actual normality in reply to amanda_nan #
@T_ricia You know, I don't usually think of CHOP as a charity, but that is a wonderful idea. Also, reminds me I want to do Musicians on Call in reply to T_ricia #
Tonight might be the long-awaited public debut of my cover of "Poker Face" @mcgillins #
I'm at McGillin's (1310 Drury St, btw Sansom and Chestnut, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/ZLay #
Unsure of what to expect from@mcgillins open mic. Clearly a bar crowd, but the upstairs room is different + stragglers from private event. #
The Gaga action might be scuttled; it's a little too loud in here for me to navigate a debut. Probably means a standby – Virgin or SUBG #
Um, now we are friends w/ waitress, Jack is dedicating a song to her, & his friend INSISTS I play Lady Gaga. This night, getting interesting #
Somehow I missed a tweet in there. Made friends with this awesome dude Jack and his MBA mixer posse, and now he is playing Kiss on my guitar #
My new friends from the bar have never been to an open mic before. It's like they're meeting a unicorn. I'm so happy I dragged my ass out. #
@melissa_shae I will make a special recording of it for you this weekend to commemorate finishing our flyer on time :) in reply to melissa_shae #
Host Mark just sang three songs I know harmony to – pretty unusual occurrence for someone other than Gina :) #
I have a lot invested in this performance from random stranger slash new BFF Jack. It's been a very intense hour for me. #
Poker Face = Executed. And fucking rocked, as best as I can tell. #
In related news, people unexpectedly complimenting me on my voice will NEVER get old. Ever. EVER. #
@BrettCoppol Brett, when it's love if it's not rough it isn't fun. in reply to BrettCoppol #
Maybe put a little too much voice into that Wonderwall singalong, considering we're recording on Sunday. All nice dudes @mcgillins. #
@Chris_Huff must remember that acronym. Good sign I should get off the internet before I say something unretractably nasty. in reply to Chris_Huff #
@markb Hey, now I don't have to smuggle you past the doorman of our fundraisers anymore :) in reply to markb #
The love I spread to strangers is almost always reflected back at me, though sometimes not in the expected way. #
@maura something whimsical. Musicals? Freak folk? Big band? in reply to maura #
@pgillin I've definitely witnessed this trend in both PR and employee comm – hiring experienced journs instead of pr or comm people. in reply to pgillin #
@markmag Absolutely. Helps me keep the faith. in reply to markmag #
Can now add "being a carnival barker" to his list of lifetime achievements. #
Much #ff love today, from @phillybosslady @christies1968 @sifelaver @northstarbar & @mpomy! Hope you enjoy my various open mic exploits :) #
Gave way more than I planned for our United Way drive, including @northernhomefc @alexslemonade & suggestions from @T_ricia & @planetxerox #
@iamaleigh This show caught me totally off guard! Can't believe I'm missing all those awesome bands, but I just didn't plan for it :( in reply to iamaleigh #
@ryandaniel I don't know about that. I'd say she is purposefully mainstream in some ways to lure people into the avant guard stuff in others in reply to ryandaniel #
@nategach I have a friend who does professional airbrush body art, and it's spectacular. Too high-end for what you're seeking? in reply to nategach #
@nategach (also does face-brushing – somewhere I have an impressive photo of my face as the root system of a tree) in reply to nategach #
Now that my birthday charity campaigns are all wound down I need to start planning for my Consumerless Christmas! Want to do something big. #
Two years ago I sponsored a water pump in a village for our parents, and got all of the sibs donated coats to local kids. #
@interjection Sam & wmart almost sure. Lowes? Googling now. in reply to interjection #
@mandy_payne What is with that hot new profile photo? Where can we see the neck-down portion? :) #
Cubase not launching on the new DAW. Sucks, considering I'm recording for 6+ hours tomorrow. Troubleshooting not how I want to spend my day. #
Apparently Cubase LE will only start if I turn off multi-threading in BIOS? Seems like a bad thing to turn off. Time for ProTools, I guess. #
I'm at Jefferson Square Park (Jefferson Square Park, 3rd & Washington, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/2aww5P #
At my local park to see, hear, and chat with my beautiful & talented friend Cris Valkyria: http://bit.ly/Matbs #
@mariatsciarrino Haven't used it since my studio time in 2001. Trying to figure out how soon I can afford it. in reply to mariatsciarrino #
Cris has one of my favorite voices in Philly – shades of Alanis and The Cranberries, but much more supple in her alto range than either. #
New Cris Valkyria tune, maybe called "chemistry" (?), with live, multi-tracked 3-part harmony through a loop pedal. Pretty cool. #
Would love to study which people respond to more: handle or avatar RT @Minervity Think Twice Before Changing Your Avatar http://bit.ly/IoLkF in reply to Minervity #
@CoachCharrise love Grace Potter! If you ever have the chance, see her live – her band is amazing. in reply to CoachCharrise #
@Cecilyk seriously, is sept/oct just heavy conference & festival season? I feel like I'm innundated with invites. in reply to Cecilyk #
@CoachCharrise I like her 2nd band disc better than the 1st – reflects her live power a little better. in reply to CoachCharrise #
@Cecilyk indeed, all people I don't want to miss! But, i'm quintuple booked for the next few weekends! in reply to Cecilyk #
@amandapalmer That is hilarious and adorable. Also, I love hearing you with live harmony – wish you had someone to sing w/when you're solo. in reply to amandapalmer #
DIY can be tiresome. Wanted to record today, but need a new web site, so now I'm magic lassoing in Photoshop. Not the job of a songwriter. #
Working on my cover of "Tracks of My Tears" – need to dress up the guitar a bit more. #
Conveniently in the same tuning as my oft-neglected cover of "Straight Up." #
@valkrye131 That's awesome! We've done Heifer International in the past, which is also a big hit. in reply to valkrye131 #
@wfenza Do you think I can be out of mussels by 8:15? If so, can join this week. in reply to wfenza #
@wfenza trying to be a regular at Time, would be easy to stay late at work, do mussels, and walk there. in reply to wfenza #
The @mTaibbi football column in the new Rolling Stone is awesome. I used to despise his writing, but it turns out I just don't like politics #
Mmm, veggie wonton soup and veggie duck. Love golden empress. #
@platypusjones I don't get it for the meat likeness, just for texture. Except morningstar farms chicken patties. They're better than chicken in reply to platypusjones #
@amandapalmer How do you find time to digest new music when making your own? I feel guilty that I'm consuming less as I'm out playing more. #
@amandapalmer Sad, but fair. Thanks! Can't wait to see you in Philly (maybe in my house, if you need it)! in reply to amandapalmer #
Rock RT @DrewFromTV: @Drew I'll up my donation to LIVESTRONG to $100k if I get 100k followers by Nov 9th. I have just over 13k followers now in reply to DrewFromTV #
Best episode of Firefly: Our Mrs. Reynolds. any dispute? #
I #blamedrewscancer & #blameethanscancer that @drewfromtv only has 13k followers. He's Drew Carey AND host of the best game show ever. Dude. #
Since Ms. Barrymore is anti-tweet, I'm not sure there's another @drew that can compete with @drewfromtv … Dr. Drew? Some sort of athlete? #
Meanwhile, did you see how one of my idols, @amandapalmer, just gave me a serious answer to a serious question? Twitter, once again, awesome #
@phillyaaron Lead singer of Dresden Dolls, punk cabaret composer, and rarely successful at making somewhat of a living direct from fans. in reply to phillyaaron #
@phillyaaron My 1st week on twitter she answered a question from me as well & it's not like she only gets a handful! Part of why I stayed on in reply to phillyaaron #
I hope it made its way to @amanda_nan first ;) RT @LunaTechie: @krisis haha I'm Firefly marathoning tonight thanx to @platypusjones in reply to LunaTechie #
@deestbie really want to see that! Looks ridiculous and fun in reply to deestbie #
@whoaitsaimz that's the kind of thing that makes me want to have television. That and tennis. in reply to whoaitsaimz #
@platypusjones left solely to me, then? I think if I wait much longer to hang out with her the greeting I'll receive is a smack ;) in reply to platypusjones #
@Cecilyk I'm always surprised/disappointed by how few female directors there are. Sadly, still very much a man's industry. in reply to Cecilyk #
@Cecilyk omg, did you see how we just got told about heaven together? Maybe if we listen real close they'll learn me something this time. in reply to Cecilyk #
@Cecilyk They lost me in grade school when they told me gays don't get in the gates. I was like, "Dude, the gays are cool." in reply to Cecilyk #
@Cecilyk Also, they confiscated my Madonna & B52s tapes. Thus is the story of my stint as a born-again. in reply to Cecilyk #
@Cecilyk I do occasionally enjoy a nice progressive service of any denomination. in reply to Cecilyk #
Um, I believe we have a specific, unredeemed playdate for just such a sci-fi endeavor… @platypusjones @mikeyil @LunaTechie @amanda_nan in reply to platypusjones #
@Cecilyk I do miss that context of being allowed to sing loudly and with passion. Almost joined gospel-choir at Drexel. in reply to Cecilyk #
@rickey is it good? I just bought the same thing today on a complete whim. in reply to rickey #
@Cecilyk Real tenors are never worth it – stick with the chicks! The bari thing, I could assist with :) in reply to Cecilyk #
@Cecilyk Your pitch is tempting. Let's see how my voice fares after a hardcore month of open mic (& hopefully doing a few Musicians on Call) in reply to Cecilyk #
Eating ground beef still a gamble: http://bit.ly/1SJGJP – A major reason I won't eat meat in the US. #
"Ground beef is not simply a chunk of meat … often an amalgam of various grades; different parts of cows, from different slaughterhouses." #
"Confidential grinding logs … burgers made from a mix of slaughterhouse trimmings & mash-like product derived from scraps ground together" #
@sifelaver Hey, if/when I retire to farm life in Europe I'll eat as many pigs as I can slaughter by hand in a day. Until then, meat is gross in reply to sifelaver #
@suzi_quzi YAY music to listen to and hear from you! Evaluating now. in reply to suzi_quzi #
@suzi_quzi Hmm. I think Hotel is the more awesome primary performance, but Yoshimi is more well-known and quirkily assembled. Hard call. #
@kacphl Yes, sounds tasty: it warms the trimmings, removes the fat in a centrifuge, & treats remaining product with ammonia to kill e coli. in reply to kacphl #
@suzi_quzi What's the criteria for a win? in reply to suzi_quzi #
@suzi_quzi Your voice is so charming & beautiful. If I could drive I would bring my whole home studio to you :) in reply to suzi_quzi #
I need to see this Gaga/Madonna SNL skit PRONTO. #
It's funny how relatively quickly the Gaga-Hate has emerged. Goes to show that people hate a concept more than they hate an actual thing. #
@ItStartsWithUs Because in a year she went from unknown to underground to ubiquitous, has opinions, & makes actual mistakes while singing. in reply to ItStartsWithUs #
@ItStartsWithUs I think she paid her dues as a minor league songwriter, is a great marketer, and put out a solid pop album I like to sing to in reply to ItStartsWithUs #
Somehow my FB status argument over the merits of Gaga has turned into a vow to start a two man electroclash pop band wherein I wear eyeliner #
Nothing like a home inspection in the middle of setting up a digital rehearsal studio in you living room to keep you on your toes. #

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What I Tweeted, 2009-10-11 Edition

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Drum rehearsal was hardcore; I was out of commission for the rest of the day! Turns out we're a pretty heavy rock band for alleged "folkies" #
I want a Bonte waffle SO BAD, but the shape of this day does not seem to include a lunch break. #
RT @drew RT @huffingtonpost Drew Carey Bids $100K For Twitter Name http://bit.ly/113Ylp #
Can't decide if I want to run my editorial calendar out of a G-Doc or a plugin on WP. Which will be quicker on the draw when I have an idea? #
I'm at Connie's Ric Rac (1132 S. 9th St, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/3ukvJ4 #
It's really nice to finally be at the point that I can feel good about my performance, even as I'm playing it. AC rocked the Ric Rac. #
Thinking that open mic microphones are a potential cesspool of h1n1, herpes, and hepatitis. How to surrepticiously disinfect…. #
@sifelaver if you wait for me to be ready it will be an age, so just tell me when *you're* ready. in reply to sifelaver #
Gina and I may need to be separated, or the 80s cult movie references are just going to escalate. I am already re-enacting labyrinth. #
@glennmward Sorry to see you disappear from my followers. I'll stay tuned in for a while – I've been interested in what you have to say. in reply to glennmward #
Note to future self, firefighters, and emergency personnel – Pop Tarts want to be microwaved for 3 seconds. That's SECONDS. Okay? #
@marenhogan I have a long, sad history of microwaving toaster items with horrific results. Heath cookie dough, in particular, creates sparks in reply to marenhogan #
@CreativeConsult I am involved with a company who manages their own message, but engages a consultancy for strategy/market position. in reply to CreativeConsult #
I so agree with this sentiment. RT @StaciJShelton SHIFTING my intention into high gear. Happy is as happy thinks! in reply to StaciJShelton #
@StaciJShelton you are really waking me up this morning! thank you for your positivity and for engaging my brain. in reply to StaciJShelton #
I'm at Bonte (130 S. 17th Street, Sansom, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/2PFlh9 #
@mayasalloum ahh, we should have grabbed you for lunch! Are you always around during the day? in reply to mayasalloum #
@eedawson @iphillychitchat Bonte is scientifically proven to improve my day, & @brimil never says no. Also: rockin' Jonas hair today. in reply to eedawson #
@sifelaver yes, but they got rid of their best vegetarian sandwich. Boo. in reply to sifelaver #
@iPhillyChitChat glad to know that's not just me – I'm much more likely to add random local peeps than vaguely interesting nat'l peeps. in reply to iPhillyChitChat #
@dantebucci would that be totally obnoxious at an open mic, though? Trying to picture if someone did that w/me as host @ lp. in reply to dantebucci #
I'm at The Pita Pit (1601 Sansom Street, 16th & Sansom, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/1vQwi #
@valkrye131 nabbed the free deal w/ @sifelaver, and it was pretty awesome. Definitely a good add to the menu. in reply to valkrye131 #
@matthewebel ooo, how long? need to make it home; don't think my broadband will be able to keep up. in reply to matthewebel #
I'm at Time (1315 Sansom St., Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/5Ajf3 #
Seriously, @phillypitapit did a killer job today w/free veggie/vegan wrap giveaway. Some of the smartest & most-plugged foodies in Philly. #
Tremendous live house band at Time – Pete G drums, Ejay from Rox open mics on guitar, crazy-amazing organ playing – now churning some r&b. #
@kmartino Those covers are awesome. Wow. in reply to kmartino #
Seriously debating what I'm doing, set-wise. High caliber of talent tonight; might ditch one of the looser covers like Vogue or Poker Face. #
You should head to FaceBook to become my fan – you can stream all my newest songs and see some exclusive demo videos. http://bit.ly/10Tzck #
Right now enjoying a beautiful piano/organ cover of Beatles Something from Chuck Ramsey, fantastic local songwriter. http://bit.ly/r5J7W #
o! Set: Kick Me (solo), Vogue medley w/Music w/the house band (!!!), Shake It Off medley w/Shake Your Body w/the house band (!!!!!!) #
Oh my lord. House band Dear Prudence with a saxophone player. This night @ Time is incredible. #
I cannot get over that I played Vogue with a drummer and an organist in a bar at an open mic, and it was AWESOME. Like, seriously? For real? #
@lindsaywilhelmi After discussion, pop screen seems like the best option. Wipes would take care of the grill, but Shures have a pop beneath. in reply to lindsaywilhelmi #
@jshanley Wonderful to see you and your team as well! I need to be a good Twitter citizen and respond to more of what I read from you ;) in reply to jshanley #
@marenhogan I'd love to be a substitute troubadour for you, but the 1,250 mile commute would be a bit of a bear. in reply to marenhogan #
@drew I will seriously audition for that shit, since I missed the boat on Fincher's Facebook movie. in reply to drew #
@marenhogan Only with pastries and desserts that aren't microwave safe! Like, who knew the heath chips would catch fire? Not I. in reply to marenhogan #
@jshanley I know @romez through @brimil and @gloriabell-via-@phltwestival! Been meaning to ask him how he gets out there from the city. in reply to jshanley #
I #blamedrewscancer for not seeing this! RT @drew In case you missed the @JimmyFallon / @DrewFromTV clip from last night http://bit.ly/UdNAF #
$1mill?! RT @shiralazar MY EXCLUSIVE: @DrewFromTV will donate 1 million dollars to @LIVESTRONG for one million followers http://bit.ly/7F04J #
Recap: @drew is auctioning his handle for @livestrong. @drewfromtv bid $25k, but will donate $1mill if he has that many followers by NYE. #
@lindsaywilhelmi This is surreal. $1,000,000 for LiveStrong?!? Do you see all those zeroes? I #blamedrewscancer for surreality. in reply to lindsaywilhelmi #
@jakekaskey SERIOUSLY. I appreciate the stratefy of it better after last year's phever, but it's still dull to the max compared to nfl in reply to jakekaskey #
@dantebucci I've been telling Elise to get her own mic, cause delicate girl vocals are not the forte of battered house mics. in reply to dantebucci #
Awesome #blamedrewscancer meeting w/my good friend & non-profit expert Melon. Was gonna hit Doc Watsons open mic, but I'm a little too wiped #
@melissa_shae It is philly social media ground zero. And they have adult shakes. That is the extent of my knowledge. in reply to melissa_shae #
@steveboylephoto I'm always suspicious of that. I think I decided it is their way to absolve themselves if they hit predictably-bad traffic. in reply to steveboylephoto #
@lafingputz coverage. tangerine. monolithic. in reply to lafingputz #
Manager with bottomless jar of vanilla Tootsie Rolls = Best. Perk. Ever. #
I failed to find time to draft an editorial schedule for a solid week, but I've now gotten the entire thing done in 36hrs just on bus rides. #
Having live karaoke in my living room with my cube amp and YouTube (and one of my favorite singers in Philly). #
I'm a science-loving liberal, but I will admit to finding both of this morning's breaking news stories puzzlingly unwarranted. #
@GoluboiPHL They were at TLA? NO WAY. Severely disappointed to have missed it. in reply to GoluboiPHL #
@stellargirl And what gives us the right to "bomb" it? Same scientific hubris that's destroying the planet we've already got. in reply to stellargirl #
@alexbthegirl I mean, I'm trying not to be a Luddite about it, but as an environmentalist does it at least tickle your ethics a bit? in reply to alexbthegirl #
@interjection I suspect the moon-bombing is secretly a test for our war of aggression against the Martians. in reply to interjection #
Co-workers sending me emails about seeing @drew on the morning news today, talking #blamedrewscancer & $1mill from @drewfromtv. #
Awesome @drew & @drewfromtv article on CNN – great quotes from Drew! http://bit.ly/49GWUZ #
@theoreticalgirl I am admittedly confused at how I know you, but I saw you pop up on my friend list on FourSquare. in reply to theoreticalgirl #
@theoreticalgirl Wait, lies, I do know you! Did you change your twitter handle? #
RT @Rochelle: @drew Not on Twitter, but have you heard about Hannah? She's beating breast cancer at age 11. http://bit.ly/UBFEi #
@cupcakie @amanda_nan We didn't have enough demand to print the Sm & Purple shirts, but you can have your pick of the sizes/colors we have! in reply to cupcakie #
Need to resist the food coma that will surely emerge from my first meal in 24hrs and get some music and writing done. #
Sometimes DIY means you have to spend a morning installing curtains and changing read/write access in order to be a musician at night. #
Good lord I have missed my #blamedrewscancer people. We're in irrational giggles already (T-12minutes to mtg) #
#blamedrewscancer remaining rafflegrabs finally shipping this week! Thank you all for your patience as we've learned how to do this stuff. #
Now talking about the future mission for @blamecancer. What's your vision? With awesome orgs like @livestrong & @jonnyimerman #
Have thoughts on how to best @blamecancer? You should fill out a quick survey and tell us your thoughts: http://bit.ly/16Svwv #
Team @blamecancer wrapped up early with some big next steps (aside from learning how to use a mailbox). Heading home for blogging/recording. #
@Sheamus olympic tennis is always weirdly perfunctory like that. in reply to Sheamus #

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What I Tweeted, 2009-10-18 Edition

Sunday, October 18, 2009

I almost had a cover of the new Michael Jackson song "This Is It" posted an hour after it was released, but Adobe Premiere hates AVI files. #
@mandy_payne It's not one of his best but there are a couple turns of melody that are just perfect MJ (like "heard a single word about you") in reply to mandy_payne #
Why is it a freaking state secret how to edit AVI in Adobe Premiere? I eventually figured out the codec I need, but, seriously? #
Also, why must every codec site test positive for spyware? Isn't this stuff supposed to be easy to do on the internet? Sweet lord. #
Meanwhile, the only class I ever dropped in college was Film/Video, so why in god's name am I spending my free time on this insanity? #
@amanda_nan This weekend being a songwriter involved general contracting, web administration, and audio and video editing. Little singing. in reply to amanda_nan #
@amanda_nan Invite yourself! in reply to amanda_nan #
Because breaking out into hives is exactly what this week needed to become more awesome. #
@brimil I swear I only say those sorts of things when I am with you and @amanda_nan in reply to brimil #
I'm at Dr Watson's Pub (216 S 11th St, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/CQlGx #
Went soft on open mics this week – this is my first. I'm ultra-low energy; hoping Gina will be a pick-me-up. #
@PhillyBossLady I seem to be fine. Was having a minor reaction to something environmental and exacerbated it w/stress. in reply to PhillyBossLady #
When will I learn to share my awkard, people-watching stories *before* I Foursquare from somewhere? #
@MattWilsontv Seems like it could confuse your earlier adopters who commit under the first title. Good for marketing, bad for branding? in reply to MattWilsontv #
Strike 1: signup list out, but no host greeting or hellos until it filled up past midnight. #
@drew @amanda_nan RT @DannyBrown Are you in NJ? Wanna help kids with cancer? Details at Lainie's Angels http://bit.ly/3GmXq7 RT @kham2939 in reply to DannyBrown #
Sometimes I think I should have poetry slam prepared for these situations, but then I think, "peter, your songs have enough words already." #
@melitami there are so many different people I want to see it with to share that feeling, exactly. in reply to melitami #
That was bar none the worst open mic I have attended in my life, salvaged by the totally sweet brit dance/rock band that played a set. #
Missing my tweets? You should hang out with me in person at @filmstarband's BYOB show in South Philly. Invite: http://bit.ly/2oBwyg #
@PhillyBossLady Are you coming to @Not_Pele's show tonight?! in reply to PhillyBossLady #
RT @Yellaphant RT @RBLevin Each time you use hashtag #beatcancer today, it's $0.01 to cancer research (via @mashable http://bit.ly/1SfxlK ) #
Also, for every follower Drew Carey gets @drewfromtv by NYE he will donate $1 to @livestrong – already at 100,000 in just a few weeks! #
@PhillyBossLady Totally understand that feeling. Usually I love my office view, but today it's all doom and gloom. in reply to PhillyBossLady #
This is a lifetime first: I have spent more money in the past two months in support of charity than I have on new music and concert tickets. #
Having fun donating a cent w/ #beatcancer? Why not donate $1 instead? Follow @drewfromtv and he'll donate $1 for you on 12/31, up to $1mill! #
@Remysbaby Any chance you'll come out tonight for Elise's show? You can walk there w/me ;) in reply to Remysbaby #
@CharityIdeas Thanks for getting the word out there! We already got @drewfromtv to our original $100,00 goal two weeks early! in reply to CharityIdeas #
@Remysbaby 9th & Washington, Connie's Ric Rac in reply to Remysbaby #
That's a LOW $500 – @drewfromtv will donate 2000x that much on 12/31! @AlexsLemonade In 6 hours, #BeatCancer was repeated 44,446 times. #
Disappointed with #beatcancer. Yes, it's #1, we're all talking about cancer, but I don't understand the point of the campaign (or the low $) #
Like, if it trends 1mill times they'll donate $10k, and then the day is over. I guess knowing @drew & @drewfromtv makes me a little jaded #
Every cent to cancer research & advocacy is a cent that cancer's ass is kicked. I #blamedrewscancer for anyone who doesn't #beatcancer. #
@PhillyBossLady One of my all time favorite movies. Give it a chance, consider watching twice. Took me four years to get it, entirely. in reply to PhillyBossLady #
Just received a delightful call from @unicef as a result of my giving through @12for12k. Had a wonderful chat with them – great phone reps! #
Need to shift gears from "cozy turtleneck husband" to "cool rock band husband" for Elise's show. #
@Remysbaby On your way to Connie's or to my place? I'm prob not heading out until 9:40ish in reply to Remysbaby #
Suddenly tons of people converging on my position. Almost time for @filmstarband to rock, & I'm still rehearsing for drum run #3 on Sunday! #
Ric Rac is *packed* with @filmstarband fans. A vast majority are people who I love. A really nice relief from this week. #
Omg, I totally have headbanging hair right now. AND I'M LOVING IT. #
Bro and our family hair-goddess Lauren installed in the corner of House. http://twitpic.com/lvu55 #
I just totally stepped on the hair-goddess/brother mojo. I got a death look from them both. #
@JessDeLo yes, our whole stage-bound family aree devotees of House – me, rocker wife, lead-actor brother in reply to JessDeLo #
@big_onion it has… um… an uplifting message… ? in reply to big_onion #
I'm at Electric Factory (421 North 7th Street, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/uE8Nl #
Paper Route? Slightly overqualified to be an opening band. A little bit mind-blowing. Just somewhat. #
@midomi there are kids arounf me @paramore using your app to figure out the names of songs between bands. Been seeing you everywhere lately! #
@davidakermanis def a new dynamic for me on these young 3 & 4 band bills. First act maybe a little soft, but the sub-headliners are awesome. in reply to davidakermanis #
Every dude here wearing a pristine phillies hate has been an utter douchebag. Like, we're 7 for 7 so far. Special edition hats=bigger douche #
Hey @northstarbar, you got a shout out from @paramore on #paratour #
Damn, Decode was vicious. Almost enough for me to watch Twilight. #paratour #
Paramore = totally awesome live. Seriously, we've seen them twice now, & I'm hard pressed to name another band in their generation as good. #
@mandy_payne OMG you have to come next time. Me and bro have, like, a lifetime subscription at this point. They were so amazing. in reply to mandy_payne #
@mandy_payne Also, Lady Gaga on Dec 3, and again on Jan 16? Holla? in reply to mandy_payne #
To-do: write a song I can wail as hard as I wail Decode. That might get added to my karaoke list… #
@supermucho I did't like it much until tonight, when its fierceness apparently wrent a hole in the roof of E-Factory, 'cuz we got rained on. in reply to supermucho #
@paperroute I'll definitely be following and waiting for your return! We had never heard of you before, but your musicianship blew us away. in reply to paperroute #
I have 1.5hrs to turn my living room into a digital recording studio for our 3rd drum rehearsal. A clip from last time: http://bit.ly/4n7bHA #
@andysmithsmith I turned to my brother & said, "That is called a theremin, & any band who plays it on their 1st song is not fucking around." in reply to andysmithsmith #
@sunnydaymusic Can't wait to get out to see some of your promoted shows! in reply to sunnydaymusic #
Drum rehearsal was a little more trying today – hard to add a whole new instrument! Luckily, Gina and I were in good voice for the workout. #
It's hard for me especially because I do not speak drums at all. With Gina I could notate everything we were doing & go back to discuss. #
That said, more major progress made, and expanded our rehearsal set by two more songs. #
Wow, if I hadn't completely forsaken the Eagles at the end of last season I bet I'd be really depressed about today's game. #
@jessicaharts I'm over pinning my hopes to McNabb; I've never liked him. I enjoy football much more this year by not being an Eagles fan in reply to jessicaharts #
Great chat w/bro yesterday about what bands want to sell you when they're on tour: their music? Their product? Their image? One to think on. #
An act who knows you have all their CDs already stands to profit the most by selling you their image – embedding their brand in your life. #
An act with a few hits wants to you to adopt more of their entire catalog. They are focused on rocking deep cuts hard and moving CDs. #
An unknown act wants to get their music into your head however they can. Streaming, downloads, free EPs – anything they can do to be sticky. #
A lot of bands get this wrong, to their great detriment. Local bands too into image and product. Indie bands who haven't moved past sticky. #
It's interesting to watch in action. At #paratour the bands were a perfect spectrum of the three – wonderfully proving my point to bro. #
@CTK1 Still waiting on MoC to contact me about my app – I have limited iterations of $10, but unlimited ability to play songs :) in reply to CTK1 #
@YoungBillyMays I've seen you chatting up your impending disc, but have yet to listen to you. in reply to YoungBillyMays #
@YoungBillyMays My duo blanketed our friends/fans with free Live @ Rehearsal CDs for two years until they knew all of our songs. in reply to YoungBillyMays #
@YoungBillyMays Here's one each from me ( http://bit.ly/1fVQwU ) and the duo ( http://bit.ly/TTKrn ) in reply to YoungBillyMays #
I love this. A lesson here. RT @ChareeKlimek A gardener's view on organic business growth: 1st year, sleep; 2nd year, creep; 3rd year, leap. #

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underpants have low profit margins

Thursday, October 22, 2009

I think I may have acquired a gnome.

It’s my keys, mostly. They keep disappearing. I’m not too haphazard with them – at least, not in comparison to my other worldly possessions. They go into the same basket every day or, failing that, in to the zip of my jacket.

Except, not this week. This week I have been locked out three times.

That is not my only evidence of a gnome. Guitar picks, all of my .73mm Dunlops are gone. White socks with gray heels, now uncommon. Five dollar bills, suddenly elusive. Bandannas, colors I haven’t worn appearing in the laundry.

Underpants still intact, for the moment, but who knows?

Or – or it could be that I’ve been playing at least twice a week and setting up a digital recording studio in my living room, except for last week when I gave myself a case of hives apparently just on the strength of my personal stress.

I like the gnome explanation better. I am wary of while he might snatch next. Perhaps collecting my various USB modems and flash drives? That would be dastardly.

It’s hard, living day to day without keys, proper guitar picks, heavy socks, money in iterations of $5, and my more attractive bandanas. I’m working on it.

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What I Tweeted, 2009-10-25 Edition

Sunday, October 25, 2009

Is there a point-spread to time-left ratio for when to sub in 2nd string players in an NFL blowout? 10pts:5mins? #
My browsers are in perpetual shock when I type SI expecting to visit Sports Illustrated. They're like "Are you really reading about sports?" #
Movies I rewatch constantly (almost monthly): Clue. Constantine. Elizabethtown. Harry Potter 3. Hitchhiker's Guide. Matrix. Prestige. Primer #
This haircut is a nightmare. I know it was our first shot at trimming my longer locks & that it'll be fine in a week. Still not worth this. #
@RobIsEvil @mikeyil It might be our favorite comic book movie, since Incredibles was never actually a comic book. Also, we <3 Rachel Weisz. in reply to RobIsEvil #
@wfenza It's funny, I was thinking about that even before I saw the score of the Patriots game. in reply to wfenza #
OMFG buying now. RT @joeross RT @engadget SNES / Sega Genesis USB cartridge adapter now available for pre-order http://bit.ly/1fTIFs #
@MissIve i will definitely take a look at this later while I am waiting for the open mic to start! in reply to MissIve #
I love my job because: I have a client who loves schedules but also answers status requests by saying "groovy" #
Malcolm Gladwell tackles football head injuries in my afternoon commute reading from the New Yorker: http://bit.ly/4mLRtd #
@BarackObama I support your h.c. platform, but that tweet is a misleading, libelous, oversimplification. Many insurers are supporting reform in reply to BarackObama #
@PhillyBossLady That gets you most of the way there, but see the post on CK for even more mind-bending re: timelines. So, did you like it? in reply to PhillyBossLady #
@PhillyBossLady I need to invite you over my quarterly re-watches, because E hates it. The commentary is helpful. CK: http://bit.ly/DqDo5 in reply to PhillyBossLady #
@BrettCoppol @njrugger45 I've gone back to meat from long-term veggie (not vegan), & I prepped with a week of easy stuff, like chicken broth in reply to BrettCoppol #
@realdaytrotter AWESOME. Can't wait to hear about your adventures. PS: When will you post that Duke Spirit session? in reply to realdaytrotter #
@FriedWontons4u I think you could direct that card at #titans fans as well, yes? in reply to FriedWontons4u #
@MissIve I take the "face" comment to be about focus. My online brand is too unfocused. A better face would define what should be seen 1st. in reply to MissIve #
@amanda_nan sitting in here eating dinner wondering where you are. The one to the right of the massive garden/tree. in reply to amanda_nan #
I'm at The Fire (412 West Girard Ave, Leithgow St betw 4th & 5th, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/aQXZA #
The fire has a poster for a madonna tribute show on the door w/people I know on the bill. I feel like I am entering the mothership. #
@NJrugger45 went back for a few years in college for a cute girl and chicken sandwiches. Pescetarian now. in reply to NJrugger45 #
Seriously, I need to locate who I have to fuck to get on the bill of this Madonna tribute show. This cannot go on without my participation. #
Man, he made that home run look easy. #phillies #phever #
@Chris_Huff I did it with the house band two weeks ago at Time's open mic, it was AWESOME. Tonight is a duo appearance, though – no madge. in reply to Chris_Huff #
@MissIve I'll leave a comment as well when I'm at a proper computer long enough ;) in reply to MissIve #
Watching one of my local favorites open the open mic, Alec Stewart – http://bit.ly/1cNpoK – sweetly tipsy blues. #
Now one of our major AC open mic buddies (and a GOLDEN songwriter), Ryan Williams ( http://bit.ly/4qU44V ). He's in the Madonna tribute. #
God, his every song just crushes me – new one, "The Heart's Just a Shape." Great line – "there's nowhere to go, just cul de sacs." #
OMG, and now my #1 favorite Ryan Williams song, Audio. Catchiest song in the freaking city. #
Spontaneous 3-part harmony on "Dream Dream Dream" w/Ryan and Gina, originally Everly Bros, but hearing the Roy Orbison version. Must learn #
I want a piece of pizza so bad right now that I am seriously considering walking to South Street for some Lorenzo's. Or, stealing our car. #
MLB covers Dodgers win. Also: support Dewey. RT @mistermfc http://twitpic.com/m7k3y MLB.COM FAILS. #phillies #nlcs (via @DarkNemesis618) #
@sethgoldstein 12 minute walk, but I *just* got home from open mic. in reply to sethgoldstein #
@SarahPsyDeal Will go tomorrow after work. Tonight, will enjoy some time-honored PB&J. in reply to SarahPsyDeal #
@DarkNemesis618 http://twitpic.com/m7k3y – Ha, I just tweeted the Dewey reference as well. Major #mlbfail. #
@T_ricia I just don't get it. Yes, you have the lead written for the obviously plausible win, but in an online age why push it to live? in reply to T_ricia #
lol, you can tell my follow list leans hard toward local tweeps when all I can see for pages and pages are hastags starting with "ph" #
@adamlambert That's awesome! I hope you had so much fun meeting & singing with her. Everyone I know was hoping you'd be on her tour. in reply to adamlambert #
Sports aside, this is the big news of today for me RT @adamlambert: "Time For Miracles" from 2012 Soundtrack now on sale http://bit.ly/3lDhF #
Seriously, I am going to play that song about 100x tomorrow. I am making a playlist of just that & Decode (still in my head from concert) #
Is it bad that I'm already rehearsing karaoke selections for the return of @sarahpsydeal? #
RT @amanda_nan: The only good things to come out of California are wine and gay marriage … oh wait. They fucked that up too. #Phillies #
@amanda_nan Meanwhile, how is it fair that you got to see my wife last night yet I haven't seen you outside of a meeting for, um, months? in reply to amanda_nan #
RT @discmakers RT @cameronmizell If you're a musician creating a WordPress site, here's a list of plugins I use on my site http://ow.ly/veeb #
@Billy_Sea If it makes you feel any better, I probably like you more than I like wine. Or, baseball. :) in reply to Billy_Sea #
@amanda_nan @not_pele Do you want to do one marathon through the entire show + movie (like, 12ish hours), or break it into two installments? in reply to amanda_nan #
Today the big T is all Fail Whale, all the time, for me. #
@AtheistBus My wife & I were DELIGHTED to see the bus multiple times on our honeymoon to London in January. If only we could have you here. in reply to AtheistBus #
RT @ryanjamesdavis "Suppose we've chosen the wrong god. Every time we go to church we're just making him madder!"-Homer Simpson (re: No God) #
Interesting. Thoughts? RT @huffingtonpost Malcolm Gladwell: Aspiring Journalists Should Skip J-School http://retwt.me/1bDAM #
Finally watched some Glee. It's B-movie bad, but it has all of my favorite Heroes castoffs, plus piercing theatre-nerd jokes. Still, bad. #
Also, the auto-tune is out of control. Most of them are decent singers – why all the fakery? #
@jacmmkay Yeah, I don't really understand that casting – can't sing and looks 30. in reply to jacmmkay #
@therealdesh I'm basically just watching for the OCD teacher who was Charlie on Heroes and to hear crazy counter-tenor parts from Kurt. in reply to therealdesh #
@therealdesh Also, I'm apparently going to cry at the end of every episode. in reply to therealdesh #
Nearly crushed by a door falling on top of me. Good thing my buff wife was there to catch it, because I was inches from being flattened. #
Well, we just watched a lot of Glee, and it is really awful. It's effectively the Chris Colfer & Jayma Mays show, as they are the good parts #
@ericagee I love her elsewhere, but they are making her so one-note in this. She gets all the best lines, though. in reply to ericagee #
You? RT @mariatsciarrino Philly: Are you obsessed with karaoke (or know someone who is)? Get in touch. Writer is looking to interview people #
@wfenza Pass this to Dr. Thunder? RT @mariatsciarrino Obsessed with karaoke (or know someone who is)? Writer is looking to interview people. #
Concerts I need company for: Definitely 11/18 Amanda Palmer @ TLA; maybe 12/1 Imogen Heap @ TLA and/or 12/2 Raphael Saadiq @ ElecF #
@drew Are you for-real serious? Can't @drewfromtv intercede? Or maybe call @chiah @23andme and see if their media rep can help? in reply to drew #
Why I love my job: The feeling of getting a huge project I've worked on all year through medical review with ZERO edits. #
@ericagee I definitely agree, & the writing for her is supremely, hilariously viscous. The journal entry? The salting the earth comment? in reply to ericagee #
@wfenza I dunno, @ her back – she's at the temple mass media program, so it could be anyone. in reply to wfenza #
@chelsealynn818 Honestly, best 2 lead singles from any season. The recycled nature of Kris's bugs a little since he's such an awesome writer in reply to chelsealynn818 #
@vipvirtualsols amazing content management tool, but without a lot of contacts it's a lonely sandbox. Too niche to supplant twitter entirely in reply to vipvirtualsols #
@vipvirtualsols I don't think the audience is too niche, I think the tool is too niche. Love it, but higher barrier to entry than Twitter. in reply to vipvirtualsols #
@chelsealynn818 Def my two favs all season as well. I was utterly delighted by the outcome. in reply to chelsealynn818 #
Hit with a bolt of inspiration on an acapella arrangement on the way home from work. Going to sketch it & punt to bro for his HS group. #
BSG's Helfer and Park grace Maxim cover. Helfer looking too thin; Park not quite as hot as my wife. http://bit.ly/4nQu9g #
3 hours = SATB acappella arrangement of Misery Business w/a refrain of Decode. I may be making some NJ HS students pretty freaking happy ;) #
Reasons I love my job: crazy-smart co-worker who refers to her PhD husband as "Captain Science." #
This shirt has now had more nice things said about it in one day than I've had said to me all week. Clearly I picked a winner. #
@inflammatorywrt It's not really for theater nerds, even if the humor is for theatre nerds, because the acting and singing are just awful. in reply to inflammatorywrt #
@brimil OMG, since when do you go to Bonte without me? #SMBFFFAIL in reply to brimil #
I am in carb overload this week. I am tired, I want fake energy, and then the fake energy makes me more tired. Vicious, the cycle. #
@FusionPhilly Thanks for the advice! You're on my way home from work; I'll stop in to say hello sometime soon. in reply to FusionPhilly #
I want EVERY ONE of these Cthulhu product. @GoluboiPHL I especially love the Cthulhu Christmas items. http://bit.ly/1JCQ9t #
Guy just got on the bus with a box of pastels and a holy bible – there's a song in there somewhere. #
En route to Rox to hit the open mic @ Crossroads. Wanted to swing by Buckets too, but I'm sans keys & reliant on E to be awake to let me in. #
I'm at Crossroads Coffee House (6156 Ridge Avenue, Leverington Ave., Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/fV1dg #
15 Reasons to root for the Phillies. A great, witty article. http://bit.ly/3zNRPg #
God, I am so in love with Vicky Spaeth's new songs. "Breath & Release," I could listen to it fall day. She is blossoming http://bit.ly/j3IOO #
Damnit, forgot I have my Flip Camera with me – could have had my own video of Breathe and Release to listen to. Crumbs. #
@phillydesign I forgot to credit you! OH noes! in reply to phillydesign #
The wonderful @phillydesign was responsible for floating that Phillies article my way, as I am not an ESPN reader (usually SI for me). #
I could seriously sustain myself just on my love for all of these wonderful artists in Philly. What a beautiful place to be a musician. #
Hmm. There is the question of what songs I plan to play. Haven't been giving that much thought. No point in covers in a room this friendly. #
My accompaniment (personal, not musical) for the evening arrived: Cris Valkyria. Happy to have an open-mic-tour buddy. http://bit.ly/3SOXSh #
Terry List is a not-so-secret musical genius, w/oddball upside down guitar playing, but every song is a twisted gem. I've really missed him. #
Presently hearing Wallace Pig, who plays earwormy acoustic pop and bears a striking resemblance to Matthew McConaughey. http://bit.ly/2j9NGC #
Mmm, Fog, one of my absolute favorite Radiohead songs. Now I have to learn it on guitar. #
@jshanley Surrounded by wonderful people I truly enjoy, but they are being recalcitrant about my taking video of their wonderfulness :) in reply to jshanley #
Regenerate sounded amazing (to me, anyway) in Crossroads! It's a song that needs wooden floors, it doesn't seem to know what to do elsewhere #
And now, REAL POETRY. Guys, I never hear real, serious poetry at open mics. This is so enjoyable. #
New Rs cover story is an interview with Madonna about SONGWRITING. I've wished for this forever. Awesome journalism. I'm dying. #
Actually, this is just a killer issue altogether. Fiercely mean Glee article from Sheffield. Fantastic profile on Lemmy Kilmister. #
Ozzy: (Lemmy had) no change of clothes. His rider was 7 bottles bourbon, 8 bottles vodka, 2 bottles OJ, & that's fucking it! – rs1089 #
Wow, that article makes me want to buy a Motorhead album. Oh, and Lemmy's favorite artist? Kelly Clarkson. #
Apparently I can sing "Use Somebody" only with wall-shaking, ear-drum-splitting, Kelly Clarkson levels of decibels. Not v. open mic friendly #
Bless both Kings of Leon & Kelly Ckarkson for singing like that every night. Even warmed up it took utmost care to do without hurting myself #
It's hard to be the most attractive person on an entire subway car, but I gladly accept that challenge. #
@mandy_payne @iFreddie @Johhnny5 @onedr One of those tweets that almost didn't make it past my filter. That's my internal monologue, though. #
@amanda_nan I am *so* going to be there, looking fierce. in reply to amanda_nan #
@mandy_payne I did! If I get through I'm going to buy the max of tickets, but if work people get through they're only buying enough for us in reply to mandy_payne #
@mandy_payne So, I'm trying to be the one to buy them so I can go with everyone :) in reply to mandy_payne #
@mandy_payne You, @amanda_nan, @brimil, and one other fabulous person TBA. Seriously, if I get through I am buying max tickets. in reply to mandy_payne #
@mandy_payne @amanda_nan @brimil You now have Lady Gaga tickets in the pit for the 12/3 show, if you are interested in such things ;) #
@mandy_payne Dude, I do not mess around. When it's love if it's not rough it isn't fun. in reply to mandy_payne #
I am unreasonably excited about getting to see Lady Gaga from 10-20 feet from the stage. Like, crazy. #
Annnnd, presale is already sold out. 20 minutes. #
@FriedWontons4u It's on sale again tomorrow morning, this was just presale. Just be ready to load the second it comes online! in reply to FriedWontons4u #
@interjection They're all relatively the same price; not sure if they do lawn in the fall, though. in reply to interjection #
@interjection Base price were $35 and $45, fees were $9-12. in reply to interjection #
@amanda_nan are you going to imogen too? I want to go to that, maybe. in reply to amanda_nan #
I'm at Mizu Sushi Bar (133 South 20th Street, at Walnut, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/36zAf5 #
Both @brimil & I are still hyperventilating about seeing Gaga from 30ft away. I'm at a loss for words. #
I'm at Brown Betty Bakery (20th Street, Philadelphia). http://bit.ly/382Fgh #
@inflammatorywrt I'm into the image/intent more than the music, but the music is like updated Madonna s/t, so I'm down with that too. in reply to inflammatorywrt #
@paullucci I know! I'm like – how do I manage this without having my own costume changes? I have no idea. in reply to paullucci #
@valerieeev Oh, it hasn't happened yet! We got GA pit tickets to her show in NJ, and the pit there is TINY. in reply to valerieeev #
@amanda_nan RASPBERRY STRUDEL. in reply to amanda_nan #
@brimil Cupcake pretty outlook-altering, yes? in reply to brimil #
@valerieeev I didn't know you were at Drexel for GD! A vast # of my friends (& wife) graduated from COMAD, or whatever they're calling it in reply to valerieeev #
RT @NYPhilanthropy: WOW! Unbelievable!!! @girlsincnyc: Rape: A Pre-existing Condition? http://bit.ly/3bG7QO via @feministing @theundomestic in reply to NYPhilanthropy #
I've read stories about sexual assault as a pre-existing condition this week, & they're all sickening. How can you fault someone for abuse? #
Yikes, all the good seats for Lady Gaga sold out like lightning, including pit. Wish I had bought some extra to scalp. #
Apparently a big factor in tidying my studio is the backlog of 30+ cds to import into itunes. #
@SarahPsyDeal That has to be a very dysfunctional household. I'm still not convinced that Cowboys fans can be quality human beings. in reply to SarahPsyDeal #
It's a shame Gina doesn't like Lady Gaga, because I just figured out a really awesome two-person cover of Lovegame. #
Heading to see Wild Things w/ @not_pele & @victoriaspaeth, though we have been downgraded from our originally-planned dinner date. #
#gagahasmyheart and will continue to own it until I am close enough to touch her on 12/3 with my fav clients & SM people in the pit! #
Good lord, this Airborne Toxic Event album is mediocre. How did this band get signed? They have nothing going for them. #
@mkaisr Haha, I'm not often vindicated by Pitchfork, but I'll take it on this occasion. in reply to mkaisr #
Thought Where the Wild Things Are was terrifying and beautiful. Couldn't have been done any other way. #
@freshleafdesign I thought it was a little terrifying at points. A mature 9yr old would dig it. More advanced than Labyrinth; not silly. in reply to freshleafdesign #
@freshleafdesign the implication being that Labyrinth is the only other appropriately challenging kids' movie I can think of. in reply to freshleafdesign #
@amanda_nan um, with no context that sounds pretty scary. in reply to amanda_nan #
Oh. @not_pele: "I don't think I can make out with you to Adam Lambert." #
@Chris_Huff I used to use those sites until I realized for every 1 person with a valid opinion trying to help there are 100 tasteless idiots in reply to Chris_Huff #
One bike ride through scenic Camden later and I'm watching the Vikings' game with Gina & @wfenza. #
@SarahPsyDeal Because that's between the Ben & Wes & Gina, and I was confused enough without trying to find an alternate route :) in reply to SarahPsyDeal #
@SarahPsyDeal G&W live in scenic Collingswood. in reply to SarahPsyDeal #
My 5yr anniversary gifts at work? $25ish each. Gina's 5yr anniversary gifts at work? $150ish each? #
I am choosing between a pinky ring or a water pitcher. She is choosing between a garden tool kit, a dehydrator, & a small boat. #
@SarahPsyDeal I am rooting against you :) in reply to SarahPsyDeal #
Gina made the best apple cake on the planet. I asked her for the recipe, and she said "I just Googled Apple Cake; it was first." #endofbooks #
@SarahPsyDeal Yes! They are my NFC team when I find myself unable to support the Iggles. I used to like the Steelers, but I don't like Ben. in reply to SarahPsyDeal #
PERCY HARVIN. Fuck yes. #
And that ref is down for the count. Like, seriously, get in front of the lead blocker on a Kickoff return and you can expect a knockout. #
Lame: Fox is showing the (boo) Cowboys (boo) game, ostensibly because they're in the NFC East, but I'd much rather watch Saints/Dolphins. #
@paullucci I guess these are the two bigger national teams? I don't really know how it all works. Rather watch the perfect schedule defense. in reply to paullucci #
God I hate television. One 30 second block of commercials is enough to make me want a lobotomy. #
@angel189 @docsarah @onedr Now that I've given up Eagles football I only tend to watch live TV two or three times a year. Which is plenty. #
Brands I am now soured to due to 3+ consecutive idiotic commercials each: Ford. McDonalds (no surprise there). And maybe: Apple. Microsoft. #
@valerieeev jealous; I've been listening to him a lot lately. Can't believe he's playing the Factory! Once saw him at The Point. in reply to valerieeev #
Rode a respectable 15 miles, all told, and now relaxing to some of my favorite S1 Galactica (Flesh & Bone / Tigh Me Up Tigh Me Down). #
I love how the insanely tense scene in Tigh Me Up is completely diffused by hilarious woodwinds in the score. Also, Ellen's Cylon test? Hmm. #
@wfenza I keep reading that it's less a SG spinoff and more a legitimate Sci-Fi show. Might DVD it next year. in reply to wfenza #
@wfenza PS: We have the BSG 4.5 set now, with an extra-extended last episode. Could it be redeemed by more footage? in reply to wfenza #
@wfenza Some of the extendeds have been better than the broadcast versions because they had to cut all the context scenes. Yet to watch. in reply to wfenza #
Cannot discern from Battlestar Wiki ( http://bit.ly/is2oF ) if the general consensus of Baltar's test of Ellen has changed in light of 4.5. #
Candy Love: special edition pomegranate Tootsie Roll pops. LOVE. #
Wife astutely points out that the meh CNN.com redesign puts all the useful user-sought content under the "fold" – focus is on push content. #