Well, I greatly enjoy doing the First 10 Friday lists, so I thought that maybe another list on Monday may be a good way to bookend the weeks. I couldn't just stick to the same formula as Friday, or else it would just be the same old thing. SO I'm trying this - The VG First 5 Monday! Same rules as before, only the playlist consists of video game and video game-related music ONLY. I'm still working on the playlist here and there, but I think it's alright for now. Here goes:
1) Collision Chaos Bad Future - Sonic CD (jp)
Maybe this list wasn't such a great idea...I really need to prune out some of the shorter songs. Sonic CD had a very nice soundtrack and had its own unique flavor. Random syllables of vocals abound in this soundtrack.
2) Floating Beaches of Manitoba - Double A Ron (OC Remix)
I have a feeling there will be a lot of OC and VG songs on these lists. This is a remix from Kirby Super Star, and one of the first OC Remixes I ever heard. Kind of poppy and laid-back. I can't recall the name of the original track, but it's prevalent in most of KSS. Good mix except for the sudden ending.
3) Creampuff Starship ~ Theme of Star Herald - analoq
I should come up with a better way to indicate what these songs are from. A more...standard form, I guess. Another Kirby remix! This one is from a collaboration project entitled "Rise of the Star" which focused on Kirby's Adventure. Opens with a wacky stereo reverb, then goes to a funky version of umm...maybe Butter Building? I forget. It was used many times throughout the game. Finally, it ends with a nice electric guitar version of the melody. Great!
4) A Presentiment - Toshiyuki Mori - Final Fantasy V Piano
Can't say that I really know this track too well. Final Fantasy V is one of the few Final Fantasy games that I've not played through. I've heard some good things about it, but I'm sure it won't overtake IV or VI. VI, after all, is my favorite of the Final Fantasies. I can't really choose a definite favorite, but if I had to. This'd be it. Ah, the track. Slow and ominous...then it turns to a harsh minor version of the world map. Don't worry, though. It gets nicer in the end.
5) Epilogue - To My Dear Friends - Chrono Trigger
Yes, there's a definite need for a better standard description. I'll work on something. I very nearly skipped this track, because I'm thinking I want to remove any straight from the console tracks. At least, I'd remove the SNES ones. Why? I don't know. This piece is just so great, though, that I had to let it live on. Chrono Trigger had an amazing soundtrack, and this beautiful ending theme sits very well with the rest of the game. Nostalgic and sweet. The orchestrated version is even better!
Well, that's it. The very first VG First 5 Monday. If this goes on, there shall be some more regularity to the descriptions. It's feedback time! If you read the above list, PLEASE leave a comment. You don't need to be registered or anything. I want to know what you, the readers, think of this segment. It's a small step, but it goes right along with the mission statement of OC Remix.
"OverClocked ReMix is a website dedicated to reviving the video and computer game music of yesterday, and reinterpreting that of today, with new technology & capabilities. This site's mission is to prove that this music is not disposable or merely just background, but is as intricate, innovative, and lasting as any other form."
Hope you enjoyed this list. Leave me a comment.
Monday, February 27, 2006
Friday, February 24, 2006
Okay 3, 2, 1, Let's Jam!
What an odd day in the land of Fuman's First 10. I fear few of the songs on the list today will be too familiar, but that's just all the more reason for you to go and check them out. Right?
1) Rock Lobster - B-52's
I'm not joking. This is on the list. Incredibly hokey, and yet it's just a fun song. I suppose anyway...Fred Schneider has quite the interesting vocal style. But you all know that.
2) Spokey Dokey - Tsuneo Imahori, Ryuichiro Senoo, and Keishi Urata
Enter the first of the unknown songs. Actually if you are a Cowboy Bebop fan, then this song may be familiar. It's a nice, ambling tune comprised of a harmonica, a guitar, and synthesizers. Odd combination, but then so is Cowboy Bebop. Relaxing with an Old West twang.
3) Scotland the Brave - ??? (but possibly performed by the British Colombia Dragoons)
Apparently the lyrics were by a Scottish journalist by the name of Cliff Hanley. This, however is the marching pipe version. No lyrics. You've all heard it, I'm sure. It's the unofficial national anthem for Scotland. I enjoy the bagpipes immensely...
4) So Happy Together - The Turtles
Once again, a song that everybody's heard of. Nice and sweet. Not much more to it than that.
5) Some Fantastic - Barenaked Ladies
The Barenaked Ladies have many different sides to them. First, there is the front side. And then the backside. From there, we have the inside. In their songs, however, these sides include depressing/suicidal songs, slightly smartass songs, and wacky songs. Of course, the love side often fits in any of these other styles. This particular song is a wacky love song. It's all about going to crazy extremes to be able to get with somebody.
One day I will work with animals
All the tests I'm gonna do
All my stuff's completely natural
And when we're done we'll boil 'em
down for glue
that we can use to re-adhere
your lips to mine if you were here
See? Crazy AND sweet at the same time. Good ol' BNL.
6) Testing 1,2,3 - Barenaked Ladies
Some guys would pay a lot of money for two Barenaked Ladies in a row. ZING! Oh, goodness. This song is certainly less active than the last one. This seems sort of ambiguous to me, but I think it's about skewed perspectives on past dealings. Perhaps that drove a little wedge in a relationship.
7) Pot City - Yoko Kanno and the Seatbelts
Another Cowboy Bebop tune. No lyrics, just a slow jazzy piece that reflects the title quite well. Pot City is dreary and gritty, much like most of the Cowboy Bebop universe.
8) Gimme Some Lovin' - Spencer Davis Group
Ah, 1960's music. No deep meanings here. Just give the man some lovin'! If you happen to be a fan of this type of song (or 60's rock in general), check out the band known as Peace Train. I've only heard them once, though they are based in Central Indiana. If you get the chance to hear them, do it! They're very talented in what they do (which is cover all sorts of 60's songs).
9) Everyday Glory - Rush
I must have been distracted while listening to this. Not good, as it was my first time to listen to it. I can't really give it an adequate review at this moment.
10) Is It Real? - Scott Matthew
Ahh...3 Cowboy Bebop tunes in one Friday. Odd that I happen to be wearing my Cowboy Bebop t-shirt today. Connection? COULD BE! This song is quite depressing...it seems to be about somebody feeling incredibly detached from the world. He feels that it all seems made up, and there's no point in really living on in a dream world. Low, somewhat husky vocals match the feel of the song.
That's it for now! I feel a little out of it. This week has shot by, and my brain is still catching up. Ah, and before I forget. GameFAQs has been doing a Top 10 list for various video game topics for a while now in celebration of their 10th anniversary (has it really been THAT long? Jeez...). Today's particular list (http://www.gamefaqs.com/features/top10/16.html) is a good one. I suggest you video game players check it out. Though I can't agree with many of the Top 10 lists that are put up, this one was pretty agreeable. Now, I'm really done. Have a good weekend, everybody.
1) Rock Lobster - B-52's
I'm not joking. This is on the list. Incredibly hokey, and yet it's just a fun song. I suppose anyway...Fred Schneider has quite the interesting vocal style. But you all know that.
2) Spokey Dokey - Tsuneo Imahori, Ryuichiro Senoo, and Keishi Urata
Enter the first of the unknown songs. Actually if you are a Cowboy Bebop fan, then this song may be familiar. It's a nice, ambling tune comprised of a harmonica, a guitar, and synthesizers. Odd combination, but then so is Cowboy Bebop. Relaxing with an Old West twang.
3) Scotland the Brave - ??? (but possibly performed by the British Colombia Dragoons)
Apparently the lyrics were by a Scottish journalist by the name of Cliff Hanley. This, however is the marching pipe version. No lyrics. You've all heard it, I'm sure. It's the unofficial national anthem for Scotland. I enjoy the bagpipes immensely...
4) So Happy Together - The Turtles
Once again, a song that everybody's heard of. Nice and sweet. Not much more to it than that.
5) Some Fantastic - Barenaked Ladies
The Barenaked Ladies have many different sides to them. First, there is the front side. And then the backside. From there, we have the inside. In their songs, however, these sides include depressing/suicidal songs, slightly smartass songs, and wacky songs. Of course, the love side often fits in any of these other styles. This particular song is a wacky love song. It's all about going to crazy extremes to be able to get with somebody.
One day I will work with animals
All the tests I'm gonna do
All my stuff's completely natural
And when we're done we'll boil 'em
down for glue
that we can use to re-adhere
your lips to mine if you were here
See? Crazy AND sweet at the same time. Good ol' BNL.
6) Testing 1,2,3 - Barenaked Ladies
Some guys would pay a lot of money for two Barenaked Ladies in a row. ZING! Oh, goodness. This song is certainly less active than the last one. This seems sort of ambiguous to me, but I think it's about skewed perspectives on past dealings. Perhaps that drove a little wedge in a relationship.
7) Pot City - Yoko Kanno and the Seatbelts
Another Cowboy Bebop tune. No lyrics, just a slow jazzy piece that reflects the title quite well. Pot City is dreary and gritty, much like most of the Cowboy Bebop universe.
8) Gimme Some Lovin' - Spencer Davis Group
Ah, 1960's music. No deep meanings here. Just give the man some lovin'! If you happen to be a fan of this type of song (or 60's rock in general), check out the band known as Peace Train. I've only heard them once, though they are based in Central Indiana. If you get the chance to hear them, do it! They're very talented in what they do (which is cover all sorts of 60's songs).
9) Everyday Glory - Rush
I must have been distracted while listening to this. Not good, as it was my first time to listen to it. I can't really give it an adequate review at this moment.
10) Is It Real? - Scott Matthew
Ahh...3 Cowboy Bebop tunes in one Friday. Odd that I happen to be wearing my Cowboy Bebop t-shirt today. Connection? COULD BE! This song is quite depressing...it seems to be about somebody feeling incredibly detached from the world. He feels that it all seems made up, and there's no point in really living on in a dream world. Low, somewhat husky vocals match the feel of the song.
That's it for now! I feel a little out of it. This week has shot by, and my brain is still catching up. Ah, and before I forget. GameFAQs has been doing a Top 10 list for various video game topics for a while now in celebration of their 10th anniversary (has it really been THAT long? Jeez...). Today's particular list (http://www.gamefaqs.com/features/top10/16.html) is a good one. I suggest you video game players check it out. Though I can't agree with many of the Top 10 lists that are put up, this one was pretty agreeable. Now, I'm really done. Have a good weekend, everybody.
See You Space Cowboy...
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
(Insert Post Title Here)
Whoo...I'm rather drained. Mid-Boss COMM 210 Paper tried to wear me down with its high HP (it was long), but I prevailed. Casting multiple 'bouts of internal swearing (all minor lvl. 1 swears, though) and replenishing myself with nutritious almonds, the beast fell. Then it came to face Boss Calc Test. This was a pushover! I think...rounding out the night, I had a random encounter with Nihongo Shukudai. Another long battle, but not too hard.
I'm feeling rather geeky. Quite geeky. I have not much else to post about, in all honesty. AH! Valentine's Day! Jen bought me Ape Escape 3! Ohhh yes...I love these games. I've yet to try out the game (busy busy busy), but I'm wanting to. Perhaps, tomorrow...I still have some tests to study for. And a speech to write. And COMICS TO READ! ARRRRGH! Curse you, weeks before Spring Break.
(Calm yourself, Corey...calm. Think of Pepsi Blue...mmm...refreshing)
See? Even though they no longer make the drink (in America) it refreshes like nothing else. Ah yes, another thing to mention. I frequently check out the free downloads over at Apple. I came across a game called Enigmo 2 (which led me to Enigmo). This taxes your brain and problem-solving skills. Both games are just demos, but if you have a Mac (or PC for Enigmo) these are definitely worth checking out. I personally feel that $30 is a bit much to shell out, but maybe they'll drop the price...check out the demo! Now! Your master commands it! Now that I look at it...Pangea Soft seems to have a slew of interesting games. I'll be sure to get back to you guys on what games are worth checking out.
That's all for now. I'm currently working/thinking about a couple of projects in the blog world. The first is completely geeky, and yet may brighten up Monday mornings. The other...is so horrifyingly amazing, that you'll just have to wait for it to be unleashed. You'll all be disappointed, probably...for I have no idea where it's headed. Let's just say it involves the words "Monkey" and "ville". Oh yeah. That's right.
-Charlie Chimp Forever!
I'm feeling rather geeky. Quite geeky. I have not much else to post about, in all honesty. AH! Valentine's Day! Jen bought me Ape Escape 3! Ohhh yes...I love these games. I've yet to try out the game (busy busy busy), but I'm wanting to. Perhaps, tomorrow...I still have some tests to study for. And a speech to write. And COMICS TO READ! ARRRRGH! Curse you, weeks before Spring Break.
(Calm yourself, Corey...calm. Think of Pepsi Blue...mmm...refreshing)
See? Even though they no longer make the drink (in America) it refreshes like nothing else. Ah yes, another thing to mention. I frequently check out the free downloads over at Apple. I came across a game called Enigmo 2 (which led me to Enigmo). This taxes your brain and problem-solving skills. Both games are just demos, but if you have a Mac (or PC for Enigmo) these are definitely worth checking out. I personally feel that $30 is a bit much to shell out, but maybe they'll drop the price...check out the demo! Now! Your master commands it! Now that I look at it...Pangea Soft seems to have a slew of interesting games. I'll be sure to get back to you guys on what games are worth checking out.
That's all for now. I'm currently working/thinking about a couple of projects in the blog world. The first is completely geeky, and yet may brighten up Monday mornings. The other...is so horrifyingly amazing, that you'll just have to wait for it to be unleashed. You'll all be disappointed, probably...for I have no idea where it's headed. Let's just say it involves the words "Monkey" and "ville". Oh yeah. That's right.
-Charlie Chimp Forever!
Friday, February 17, 2006
Fuman's First 10 Friday
Yes, it's that time again. What wacky sounds will leak from the Apple earbuds this Friday? You won't believe the senses-shattering answer! Or maybe you will...
1) Aerodynamic - Daft Punk
I wasn't really in the mood for Daft Punk first thing in the morning, but I'm glad it was up first. This repetitive little ditty makes me feel...cool. Or something. It's Daft Punk, 'nuff said.
2) Never is Enough - Barenaked Ladies
Ah, one of my favorite tunes from the Stunt album. It's a good reflection of how the BNL operate. Yeah, there are a ton of great things to go out and do. But honestly, amazing grand adventures are definitely not necessary to be content. Though they are quite fun...
The world's your oyster shell
So what's that funny smell
You eat the bivalve anyway
And you're sick with salmonella
Whoo. Good lyrics!
3) I'll Fly Away - Gillian Welch & Alison Krauss
Another O Brother tune. Another I wasn't necessarily dying to hear, but it provided some nice relaxing folksy music to walk to. A classic hymn, pretty alright song.
4) Brotherhood of Man - Matthew Broderick, Gerry Vichi, & Lilias White
From How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. I actually saw the musical when our high school put it on, and really enjoyed it. Though the song is good, I didn't feel the need to listen to all of it today. If you like musicals, you've probably heard this. If you don't like musicals, you probably won't like this.
5)US Army Hymn - John Philip Sousa
Well, how about that? I forgot I had this in my library. Very nearly marched back to my dorm...very nearly...
6) Don't Give Up On Us - David Soul
Yes, that's right. The original by our very own original Ken Hutchinson. It's so sappy, and yet it's actually a decent song. If you're unfamiliar with the song, Owen Wilson sang a version of it in the Starsky and Hutch movie (of course it was, for comedy's sake, a joke type version).
7) Damaged Goods - Fastball
I've had the Fastball CD for quite a while, but never really listened to more than a few tracks. I'm glad this First 10 Friday is giving me that opportunity to do that, because this is a good song I would have otherwise missed. Not my favorite Fastball song, but good. I guess they released another album after All the Pain Money Can Buy. Perhaps, I should invest in that...
8) Totem - Rush
A more recent Rush song. Similar to the message of Free Will, in that it's better to put your faith in the here and now, rather than some celestial force. At least, that's what I'm getting from it. I can't say that I agree that there should be NO belief in higher powers, but there's absolutely nothing wrong with staying down to earth. In fact, being so "high up" and intoxicated and blinded by religion causes major problems. I'm probably the least Christian Christian there is. Or am I? Mysterious...
9) Plastic Man - Arthur Korb
Back in the 60's a guy by the name of Arthur Korb released a few superhero-based CDs. This came from the Songs and Stories of the Justice League CD, which appears to have been issued in either 1966 or 1975. Insanely odd, this CD is so bad it's good. There's a nice mix of character themes and radio show style stories. Being the comic geek that I am, I couldn't possibly rob myself of this dazzling gem.
10) Good Life - Francis Dunnery
Ah, somewhat of a downer after that Plastic Man song. This is on the Scrubs soundtrack, which is an odd collection of random things - sort of like the show. This is all about moving on from a love, and wondering what will become of each other.
That's it for now. Hope you loved it. I am so ready for the weekend! A nice one with my Jennifer. Have a good weekend, everybody. And if a certain Chris Keith offers to show you the goat/brains/bat wing, DECLINE! That goes for if he asks if you want to "hear something funny" as well. Here's a gift, for all you Punch-Out!! fans.
1) Aerodynamic - Daft Punk
I wasn't really in the mood for Daft Punk first thing in the morning, but I'm glad it was up first. This repetitive little ditty makes me feel...cool. Or something. It's Daft Punk, 'nuff said.
2) Never is Enough - Barenaked Ladies
Ah, one of my favorite tunes from the Stunt album. It's a good reflection of how the BNL operate. Yeah, there are a ton of great things to go out and do. But honestly, amazing grand adventures are definitely not necessary to be content. Though they are quite fun...
The world's your oyster shell
So what's that funny smell
You eat the bivalve anyway
And you're sick with salmonella
Whoo. Good lyrics!
3) I'll Fly Away - Gillian Welch & Alison Krauss
Another O Brother tune. Another I wasn't necessarily dying to hear, but it provided some nice relaxing folksy music to walk to. A classic hymn, pretty alright song.
4) Brotherhood of Man - Matthew Broderick, Gerry Vichi, & Lilias White
From How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. I actually saw the musical when our high school put it on, and really enjoyed it. Though the song is good, I didn't feel the need to listen to all of it today. If you like musicals, you've probably heard this. If you don't like musicals, you probably won't like this.
5)US Army Hymn - John Philip Sousa
Well, how about that? I forgot I had this in my library. Very nearly marched back to my dorm...very nearly...
6) Don't Give Up On Us - David Soul
Yes, that's right. The original by our very own original Ken Hutchinson. It's so sappy, and yet it's actually a decent song. If you're unfamiliar with the song, Owen Wilson sang a version of it in the Starsky and Hutch movie (of course it was, for comedy's sake, a joke type version).
7) Damaged Goods - Fastball
I've had the Fastball CD for quite a while, but never really listened to more than a few tracks. I'm glad this First 10 Friday is giving me that opportunity to do that, because this is a good song I would have otherwise missed. Not my favorite Fastball song, but good. I guess they released another album after All the Pain Money Can Buy. Perhaps, I should invest in that...
8) Totem - Rush
A more recent Rush song. Similar to the message of Free Will, in that it's better to put your faith in the here and now, rather than some celestial force. At least, that's what I'm getting from it. I can't say that I agree that there should be NO belief in higher powers, but there's absolutely nothing wrong with staying down to earth. In fact, being so "high up" and intoxicated and blinded by religion causes major problems. I'm probably the least Christian Christian there is. Or am I? Mysterious...
9) Plastic Man - Arthur Korb
Back in the 60's a guy by the name of Arthur Korb released a few superhero-based CDs. This came from the Songs and Stories of the Justice League CD, which appears to have been issued in either 1966 or 1975. Insanely odd, this CD is so bad it's good. There's a nice mix of character themes and radio show style stories. Being the comic geek that I am, I couldn't possibly rob myself of this dazzling gem.
10) Good Life - Francis Dunnery
Ah, somewhat of a downer after that Plastic Man song. This is on the Scrubs soundtrack, which is an odd collection of random things - sort of like the show. This is all about moving on from a love, and wondering what will become of each other.
That's it for now. Hope you loved it. I am so ready for the weekend! A nice one with my Jennifer. Have a good weekend, everybody. And if a certain Chris Keith offers to show you the goat/brains/bat wing, DECLINE! That goes for if he asks if you want to "hear something funny" as well. Here's a gift, for all you Punch-Out!! fans.
Thursday, February 16, 2006
You Confront the Abstract Art
Today will be a rather short post, I believe. Something came to my attention, though! Something of dire importance. Yes, that's right...the Mother 3 website has been updated! Gamespot has the new screenshots as well as a link to the homepage (it's in Japanese) where you can download the main theme as an mp3.
I think that's about it. I very nearly posted last night about some good food. You see, I've stumbled upon these Buffalo Wing Bleu Cheese chips that taste quite a bit like chicken. They're disgusting, but oh so addictive. Ah, the vending machine...it's quite a generous vending machine. Often it gives me an extra beef and cheese snack. Last night, it gave me extra change. Ohhhh yeah. The machine and I get along well.
Well, that's all for now. Expect another Fuman's First 10 Friday List tomorrow. I apologize for the lack of humor in this post. It was bad, I know. But...EARTHBOUND! YAY!
I think that's about it. I very nearly posted last night about some good food. You see, I've stumbled upon these Buffalo Wing Bleu Cheese chips that taste quite a bit like chicken. They're disgusting, but oh so addictive. Ah, the vending machine...it's quite a generous vending machine. Often it gives me an extra beef and cheese snack. Last night, it gave me extra change. Ohhhh yeah. The machine and I get along well.
Well, that's all for now. Expect another Fuman's First 10 Friday List tomorrow. I apologize for the lack of humor in this post. It was bad, I know. But...EARTHBOUND! YAY!
Monday, February 13, 2006
Harvey Dent
Today is weird. All day, I've felt like I've needed to be goofy and lighthearted. This wouldn't be a huge departure from my normal self, except that my mind was almost...hiding something. I can't quite explain it, but while I was able to be goofy, a lot of negative energy was residing in the back of my head. All day, I've felt blah in the back of my head. A lot of hopelessness over nothing in particular. I've wanted to cry and curl up with my beautiful Jennifer. It's an odd feeling, but I suppose I'll get through it. At least I've had my Mario World hack to keep me somewhat occupied.
Sorry for the short post, but I'm not in a really posty sort of mood. Just making sure you loyal readers have SOMEthing to read.
Oh, before I forget. You may notice a few new links on the right side of the page. Not only are there many outside sites, but there's a new blog! It's the blog of Ross, my good buddy since way back in the day. Check 'im out! It's just started out, but it looks promising. While you're at it, make sure you visit the other links.
That's all for now. See you later, alligator hand bags.
Sorry for the short post, but I'm not in a really posty sort of mood. Just making sure you loyal readers have SOMEthing to read.
Oh, before I forget. You may notice a few new links on the right side of the page. Not only are there many outside sites, but there's a new blog! It's the blog of Ross, my good buddy since way back in the day. Check 'im out! It's just started out, but it looks promising. While you're at it, make sure you visit the other links.
That's all for now. See you later, alligator hand bags.
Sunday, February 12, 2006
Vol.1, #50 VGMix....no more
It seems some moron has hacked into VGMix and ruined the site. Those that reign over the site have decided that rather than waste time meticulously rebuilding and "hacker-proofing" VGMix, they're going ahead with a VGMix 3.0. Good luck guys! I hope to see VGMix up and running again soon.
What a weekend. I got to spend some time with Jason, Nick, and Chris for the first time in a while. Great fun, staying up until 7 in the a.m. playing Guitar Hero and awaiting Chris' next display of "the Brains." I also caught the last bit of the movie Waiting... which is quite a good movie. Sort of moronic, but absolutely hilarious. Mmmm...another trip to Waffle 'n' Steak, the restaurant of the Gods. Afterwards, our party went on a salvage mission to our good buddy Kasey's. Hail Gordo! The next day, we ventured forth after losing our companion Chris to Greenwood. Picked up some great comics! I've got a nice stack of pulp to read through. I wouldn't mind a reread of Crisis on Infinite Earths, either...
Weekends like that make me wonder why the hell I'm in college. Well...I know WHY I'm in the college. But seriously, without your friends and wacky shenanigans, life's so pointless. That's why I'm so thankful for the people around me. You guys are great. I live for the shenaniganz.
What a weekend. I got to spend some time with Jason, Nick, and Chris for the first time in a while. Great fun, staying up until 7 in the a.m. playing Guitar Hero and awaiting Chris' next display of "the Brains." I also caught the last bit of the movie Waiting... which is quite a good movie. Sort of moronic, but absolutely hilarious. Mmmm...another trip to Waffle 'n' Steak, the restaurant of the Gods. Afterwards, our party went on a salvage mission to our good buddy Kasey's. Hail Gordo! The next day, we ventured forth after losing our companion Chris to Greenwood. Picked up some great comics! I've got a nice stack of pulp to read through. I wouldn't mind a reread of Crisis on Infinite Earths, either...
Weekends like that make me wonder why the hell I'm in college. Well...I know WHY I'm in the college. But seriously, without your friends and wacky shenanigans, life's so pointless. That's why I'm so thankful for the people around me. You guys are great. I live for the shenaniganz.
Friday, February 10, 2006
Because Joey suggested it...
Alright, welcome to the Kingdom of Fuman! Following in the suggestion of Sir Joseph , I will try out this "First 10 Friday" thing. Remember, these are the FIRST 10 songs that played on a shuffled iPod playlist (which has been slightly modified to remove certain songs). These are by no means the best or even my favorite songs. In fact, I hadn't even heard 1 song on the list. Well, here goes!
1)Prince Ali - Alan Menken, Tim Rice, Howard Ashman & Robin Williams
Ahhh...remember the good ol' days when Disney was GOOD? Not a lot to say about this one, really.
2)Time Stand Still - Rush
This was the first time I intently listened to this. I had always liked the sound, but upon really listening to the lyrics, I realized this is a pretty good song. Seems to be about wanting to just slow down time a bit. Time seems to just slip away. Great song with back-up vocals by Aimee Mann.
3)Eine Kleine Nachtmusik - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
It's nice to have some classical mixed in there. Even if you don't recognize the title, you probably recognize the piece itself. Reminds me of Mayfest back in high school.
4)Moondance - Michael Bublé
I don't know...I gathered some of his songs because I liked the sound of his voice, so this was the first time I had listened to it. This song is okay, but I wasn't really in the mood for it. Might be good, but this may be coming off of the ol' playlist.
5)September Song - John Pizzarelli
Whoa! Two smooth, jazzy songs in a row. Pizzarelli has a very good voice and it matches the very slow, calming September Song well. I'm not sure who originally did it (SecondHand Songs claims it's Walter Huston).
6)In the Big Rock Candy Mountains - Harry McLintock
O Brother, Where Art Thou? is an EXCELLENT movie! If you've not yet had the opportunity to see this, get out and see it. A nice southern-based story loosely based on the Odyssey by Homer. Oh yeah, the song. It's got hobos and a magical land of paradise. What else do you need?
7)Dog Years - Rush
Yay for Rush! Odd that the 2 Rush songs on the Friday 10 list seem to both be about how quickly time passes. The lyrics, though they get the point across, seem a bit quirky if you really think about them. It's nice to deliver a good message with a slight bit of weird mixed in.
8)Mars, the Bringer of War - Gustav Holst
I admit, I didn't listen to this in its entirety. Dark and ominous, just like a bringer of war SHOULD be. If you've played Super Mario Brothers 3 for NES (and I know you have) compare the airship fortress music with this track. Cool, eh?
9)Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds - William Shatner
No, not the Beatles version. Many claim this to be a drug reference (LSD) and Shatner's interpretation of this classic seems to just enforce it. He's a good guy, but he needs to stay away from covers! Unless he has Ben Folds watching over him, in which case he should produce more amazing covers like Common People.
10)Mad World - Gary Jules
From the Donnie Darko soundtrack, Gary Jules' version is a lot darker and more haunting than the original Tears for Fears version. A bit of a downer song, but accurately reflects what runs through many many peoples' minds every day.
That's it for the first installment of the First 10 Friday list. Hope you enjoyed it. I know I liked writing them.
1)Prince Ali - Alan Menken, Tim Rice, Howard Ashman & Robin Williams
Ahhh...remember the good ol' days when Disney was GOOD? Not a lot to say about this one, really.
2)Time Stand Still - Rush
This was the first time I intently listened to this. I had always liked the sound, but upon really listening to the lyrics, I realized this is a pretty good song. Seems to be about wanting to just slow down time a bit. Time seems to just slip away. Great song with back-up vocals by Aimee Mann.
3)Eine Kleine Nachtmusik - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
It's nice to have some classical mixed in there. Even if you don't recognize the title, you probably recognize the piece itself. Reminds me of Mayfest back in high school.
4)Moondance - Michael Bublé
I don't know...I gathered some of his songs because I liked the sound of his voice, so this was the first time I had listened to it. This song is okay, but I wasn't really in the mood for it. Might be good, but this may be coming off of the ol' playlist.
5)September Song - John Pizzarelli
Whoa! Two smooth, jazzy songs in a row. Pizzarelli has a very good voice and it matches the very slow, calming September Song well. I'm not sure who originally did it (SecondHand Songs claims it's Walter Huston).
6)In the Big Rock Candy Mountains - Harry McLintock
O Brother, Where Art Thou? is an EXCELLENT movie! If you've not yet had the opportunity to see this, get out and see it. A nice southern-based story loosely based on the Odyssey by Homer. Oh yeah, the song. It's got hobos and a magical land of paradise. What else do you need?
7)Dog Years - Rush
Yay for Rush! Odd that the 2 Rush songs on the Friday 10 list seem to both be about how quickly time passes. The lyrics, though they get the point across, seem a bit quirky if you really think about them. It's nice to deliver a good message with a slight bit of weird mixed in.
8)Mars, the Bringer of War - Gustav Holst
I admit, I didn't listen to this in its entirety. Dark and ominous, just like a bringer of war SHOULD be. If you've played Super Mario Brothers 3 for NES (and I know you have) compare the airship fortress music with this track. Cool, eh?
9)Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds - William Shatner
No, not the Beatles version. Many claim this to be a drug reference (LSD) and Shatner's interpretation of this classic seems to just enforce it. He's a good guy, but he needs to stay away from covers! Unless he has Ben Folds watching over him, in which case he should produce more amazing covers like Common People.
10)Mad World - Gary Jules
From the Donnie Darko soundtrack, Gary Jules' version is a lot darker and more haunting than the original Tears for Fears version. A bit of a downer song, but accurately reflects what runs through many many peoples' minds every day.
That's it for the first installment of the First 10 Friday list. Hope you enjoyed it. I know I liked writing them.
Thursday, February 09, 2006
Haxx0rz t3h l337 gaym3Z!!!1!1!11one!!1!!
Oh, how I loathe leet speak. It just seemed like a good title to me, as I've been playing some hacked ROMs (note that for security purposes, I do not OWN the ROMs. I just play them in my mind). Sure, I've messed with hacks in the past (even before my computer could handle an SNES emulator), but I've just recently being exploring them more deeply. Of particular interest to me are the great Super Mario World ROMs. The Reality Project, Dr. Mario, the list goes on and on...if you want to try to breathe some new life into games that you've beaten to death, give these hacks a try! They range from the difficulty increasers, to new features (Secret of Evermore 2-Player), to the wtf? category (Panic in the Mushroom Kingdom and Bizzarrio Brothers). I assure you, though, that there are some great projects out there.
Finished Get a Life the other day. William Shatner is my HERO! This book not only gives you a peek behind the scenes of TOS, but really shows the former Enterprise captain as a real person. Though he's been accused of showboating by Mr. Takei and others, this shows off a more normal...well...normal's not quite the word for Mr. Shatner, but a more modest Shatner. Some touching interviews and a few tales of Shatner's relentless assaults on Leonard Nimoy (or as the author might put it, "Leonard being a big baby") highlight the book. Heck, the humorous tales of Shatner/Nimoy are worth reading the book for. Can't forget the rubber alien mask antics...Pick it up! It's about 7 years old, so you could probably pick it up at Half Price for cheap.
As the readings of The Transformed Man came to an end, I began to peruse my book shelf for another book. I came across The Guide to the World's Greatest Treasures. Not a deep book, World's Greatest Treasures highlights a plethora of interesting historical mysteries. Some, like the Dead Sea Scrolls or Atlantis, are fairly well-known. However, I had never heard of the Baghdad Battery or Antikythera Mechanism before finding them in this book. Many treasures seem to be complete anachronisms and have made many a scientist and historian rethink some ancient civilizations. Did the Egyptians have the world's first electron tube? Some hieroglyphics seem to indicate that they did. If you can find this book by Michael Bradley, it'd be a good idea to at least flip through it and read a few sections. May get you to thinking...I know it made me think. It made me think, "Man...I want a Crystal Skull of Doom."
SPEAKING of ancient relics, paleontologists have discovered the remains of what appears to be an ancestor of the T. rex. It even has a nice little crest. Check out the news story.
Hrmm...my friends, it seem that this post is at an end. Tomorrow, taking a cue from Joey, you just may be treated to my "First 10 songs played" list. If you're VERY lucky, I may even add some commentary on the songs. Maybe. You probably won't be THAT lucky, though.
Down some Luck Sources and we'll talk. (I believe that 1 and only 1 reader will get that)
Finished Get a Life the other day. William Shatner is my HERO! This book not only gives you a peek behind the scenes of TOS, but really shows the former Enterprise captain as a real person. Though he's been accused of showboating by Mr. Takei and others, this shows off a more normal...well...normal's not quite the word for Mr. Shatner, but a more modest Shatner. Some touching interviews and a few tales of Shatner's relentless assaults on Leonard Nimoy (or as the author might put it, "Leonard being a big baby") highlight the book. Heck, the humorous tales of Shatner/Nimoy are worth reading the book for. Can't forget the rubber alien mask antics...Pick it up! It's about 7 years old, so you could probably pick it up at Half Price for cheap.
As the readings of The Transformed Man came to an end, I began to peruse my book shelf for another book. I came across The Guide to the World's Greatest Treasures. Not a deep book, World's Greatest Treasures highlights a plethora of interesting historical mysteries. Some, like the Dead Sea Scrolls or Atlantis, are fairly well-known. However, I had never heard of the Baghdad Battery or Antikythera Mechanism before finding them in this book. Many treasures seem to be complete anachronisms and have made many a scientist and historian rethink some ancient civilizations. Did the Egyptians have the world's first electron tube? Some hieroglyphics seem to indicate that they did. If you can find this book by Michael Bradley, it'd be a good idea to at least flip through it and read a few sections. May get you to thinking...I know it made me think. It made me think, "Man...I want a Crystal Skull of Doom."
SPEAKING of ancient relics, paleontologists have discovered the remains of what appears to be an ancestor of the T. rex. It even has a nice little crest. Check out the news story.
Hrmm...my friends, it seem that this post is at an end. Tomorrow, taking a cue from Joey, you just may be treated to my "First 10 songs played" list. If you're VERY lucky, I may even add some commentary on the songs. Maybe. You probably won't be THAT lucky, though.
Down some Luck Sources and we'll talk. (I believe that 1 and only 1 reader will get that)
Friday, February 03, 2006
iRant
Morons.
Article Summary:
"Waaahhhh...I bought a music-playing device and I crank up the volume and listen to it constantly. I think my hearing's going. Wahhhh...How DARE Apple makes me listen to my iPod at full blast?"
Seriously, is it REALLY Apple's responsibility to limit how loud the iPod is? Do car manufacturers have to set your car's top speed at 70 mph? How about this whole water issue. If you ask me, it's dangerous to allow something that can potentially scald me if I boil it.
What kind of moron doesn't realize that any sustained sound aimed directly into your ear canal will cause hearing damage? The iPod's pretty loud, even at lower volumes (I usually have mine around 1/3 or 1/4 of the max volume) and I have had no difficulty hearing it. If outside noise really interferes THAT much with your headphones, purchase noise-cancelling ones or shut off the iPod. MORONS! Which reminds me...
There is a terrible evil a-brewin'. My buddy Jason has noticed this, as have I, but today I had a very concrete experience. People don't read. Now, I understand that constantly having your nose buried in a book is not everybody's ideal pasttime. In our brilliant little speech class, we were asked what our favorite books were. Probably half of the class claimed that they can't even remember any books they've read. Sad sad sad...
Reading OPENS YOUR MIND, SQUARES! FREAKY! Yeah, I can only stay ranty so long...then I just get goofy. Well, that's all for now.
"Hot Pocket!"
"Pope Pocket!"
"Death Pocket!"
"Diarrhea Pocket!"
Article Summary:
"Waaahhhh...I bought a music-playing device and I crank up the volume and listen to it constantly. I think my hearing's going. Wahhhh...How DARE Apple makes me listen to my iPod at full blast?"
Seriously, is it REALLY Apple's responsibility to limit how loud the iPod is? Do car manufacturers have to set your car's top speed at 70 mph? How about this whole water issue. If you ask me, it's dangerous to allow something that can potentially scald me if I boil it.
What kind of moron doesn't realize that any sustained sound aimed directly into your ear canal will cause hearing damage? The iPod's pretty loud, even at lower volumes (I usually have mine around 1/3 or 1/4 of the max volume) and I have had no difficulty hearing it. If outside noise really interferes THAT much with your headphones, purchase noise-cancelling ones or shut off the iPod. MORONS! Which reminds me...
There is a terrible evil a-brewin'. My buddy Jason has noticed this, as have I, but today I had a very concrete experience. People don't read. Now, I understand that constantly having your nose buried in a book is not everybody's ideal pasttime. In our brilliant little speech class, we were asked what our favorite books were. Probably half of the class claimed that they can't even remember any books they've read. Sad sad sad...
Reading OPENS YOUR MIND, SQUARES! FREAKY! Yeah, I can only stay ranty so long...then I just get goofy. Well, that's all for now.
"Hot Pocket!"
"Pope Pocket!"
"Death Pocket!"
"Diarrhea Pocket!"
Wednesday, February 01, 2006
Get a Life!
First off, I've nearly completed reading Get a Life, written by the one and only William Shatner. It's a good book, I must tell you. But anyway...
I had about 34 good ideas about what to post tonight. And now, at about 9 p.m. they have all fled my head. However...I do remember one bit. My comedic heroes. Now, I like most peoples' stand-up (barring such people as Todd Glass and that worthless Larry the Cable Guy). There are a few, however that rise above the rest in my mind. Here, in no particular order, are my comic heroes:
Mitch Hedberg - quirky and hilarious. I've also heard that he was a super nice guy! He is dearly missed...
Zach Galifianakis - again, quirky. Likened to a fat Jesus.
Jim Gaffigan - whoo! A comedian from Indiana. Deadpan + "audience" reactions
Denis Leary - one pissed off Irishman. One of the first comedians I ever saw.
Yup. There goes that idea. You should check these guys out, though it's unfortunate that Mr. Galifianakis doesn't have a CD out. You CAN catch him along with some other very funny comics in the Comedians of Comedy, though. Gotta love Brian Posehn.
What else to report? Umm...almonds are good. Oh, so are Twizzlers + Mr. Pibb.
I've been feeling...creative...as of late. This is odd, as I've recently been "recruited" by one Josh Orem to help him out with some of his wacky stop-motion action figure movies. I hope that goes well. I also have some other...bigger plans...MUAHAHAHA!!!
Well, that's all for now. And as has been the tradition for the past few posts...some lyrics.
"Take it easy on me now
I'd be there if I could
I'm so full of what is right
I can't see what is good"
I had about 34 good ideas about what to post tonight. And now, at about 9 p.m. they have all fled my head. However...I do remember one bit. My comedic heroes. Now, I like most peoples' stand-up (barring such people as Todd Glass and that worthless Larry the Cable Guy). There are a few, however that rise above the rest in my mind. Here, in no particular order, are my comic heroes:
Mitch Hedberg - quirky and hilarious. I've also heard that he was a super nice guy! He is dearly missed...
Zach Galifianakis - again, quirky. Likened to a fat Jesus.
Jim Gaffigan - whoo! A comedian from Indiana. Deadpan + "audience" reactions
Denis Leary - one pissed off Irishman. One of the first comedians I ever saw.
Yup. There goes that idea. You should check these guys out, though it's unfortunate that Mr. Galifianakis doesn't have a CD out. You CAN catch him along with some other very funny comics in the Comedians of Comedy, though. Gotta love Brian Posehn.
What else to report? Umm...almonds are good. Oh, so are Twizzlers + Mr. Pibb.
I've been feeling...creative...as of late. This is odd, as I've recently been "recruited" by one Josh Orem to help him out with some of his wacky stop-motion action figure movies. I hope that goes well. I also have some other...bigger plans...MUAHAHAHA!!!
Well, that's all for now. And as has been the tradition for the past few posts...some lyrics.
"Take it easy on me now
I'd be there if I could
I'm so full of what is right
I can't see what is good"
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