July 3, 2008
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A new way to Rick Roll People!  What better way than to give out Rick Astley’s home phone number to unsuspecting acquaintances and have them be Rick Rolled by Rick himself?
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July 2, 2008
I met Thunderheist (real name Isis) in the ladies room at Studio B where we had been banded together for a photoshoot for Missbehave Magazine.  Later that night, I realized she was actually one of the artists performing as she pulled me up on stage to dance with her.  Months later, I ran into her at a Yo Majesty show and not only did she remember my name but she dragged me into a cab with her, for which she paid the total bill, planting me safely at home.  It feels goods to see an artist that gives such good vibes getting good vibes in return:  above is one of the finalist’s for her “Jerk It” video competition.  You can vote here.
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My friend Max Vernon just recorded his own version of Katy Perry’s “I kissed a girl (and I liked it)”   at WestLake Studios.  With a guy singing it, this song actually reaches the level of humor one imagines she intended it to.
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Meet The Journal of Popular Noise, a multi-media music magazine dedicated to innovations in music in conjunction with innovations in graphic design. With each issue, Byron Kalet (editor-in-chief), gives three groups of musicians a set of instructions from which to write a song.  The end result is a body of songs that are diametrically different perspectives on the same thing.  The written articles in the journal, which can be found when the 7-inch sleeve is unfolded into a 17x22” poster, serve to explore these musicians and their possibilities for innovation in sound as well as to expose their stories.  Each issue comes with 3 vinyl records where the reader can hear the music projects. The poster folds into an origami-style letterpress that creates a case for the records. My best friend Jordan has been pouring her heart and soul into this project citing Byron Kalef as not only her “graphic design guru” but also her personal mentor.  It makes me happy to see her so happy working on something she can really be proud of.  Though I missed the release party, I look forward to seeing what else Byron, Jordan, and the rest of their happy family have in store for the future. EDIT:  Since so many of you have asked, you can buy them on the Journal of Popular Noise website (http://www.popularnoise.net) or you can buy them at the stores Printed Matter and Opening Ceremony. They will be in other stores soon, but if you don’t live in New York City, the website is your best bet.

Meet The Journal of Popular Noise, a multi-media music magazine dedicated to innovations in music in conjunction with innovations in graphic design.

With each issue, Byron Kalet (editor-in-chief), gives three groups of musicians a set of instructions from which to write a song.  The end result is a body of songs that are diametrically different perspectives on the same thing.  The written articles in the journal, which can be found when the 7-inch sleeve is unfolded into a 17x22” poster, serve to explore these musicians and their possibilities for innovation in sound as well as to expose their stories.  Each issue comes with 3 vinyl records where the reader can hear the music projects. The poster folds into an origami-style letterpress that creates a case for the records.

My best friend Jordan has been pouring her heart and soul into this project citing Byron Kalef as not only her “graphic design guru” but also her personal mentor.  It makes me happy to see her so happy working on something she can really be proud of.  Though I missed the release party, I look forward to seeing what else Byron, Jordan, and the rest of their happy family have in store for the future.

EDIT:  Since so many of you have asked, you can buy them on the Journal of Popular Noise website (http://www.popularnoise.net) or you can buy them at the stores Printed Matter and Opening Ceremony. They will be in other stores soon, but if you don’t live in New York City, the website is your best bet.

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July 1, 2008
I stumbled across a Miss LuLu Liu while lurking about facebook this evening.  Lulu Liu.  Lu… Lu… Liu.  Neat!
I stumbled across a Miss LuLu Liu while lurking about facebook this evening.  Lulu Liu.  Lu… Lu… Liu.  Neat!
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June 27, 2008
From Gawker’s Top 50 NY Eccentrics… “”This guy gets on the train - with hair down to his ass - holding a folder in front of his face that he calls his forcefield. He claims to have been sent to Earth to find the angels - which, conveniently, are always hot chicks. If there aren’t any attractive girls on the train, he starts going on about how ugly everyone is and how the women are all hurting his eyes and that it’s a good thing he has his forcefield to protect him.”
From Gawker’s Top 50 NY Eccentrics… “”This guy gets on the train - with hair down to his ass - holding a folder in front of his face that he calls his forcefield. He claims to have been sent to Earth to find the angels - which, conveniently, are always hot chicks. If there aren’t any attractive girls on the train, he starts going on about how ugly everyone is and how the women are all hurting his eyes and that it’s a good thing he has his forcefield to protect him.”
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June 23, 2008

One of the guys from Paramount actually found me on facebook and thanked me for sticking up for their video.  As if they weren’t alreeeeeady my favorite from this whole experience.  

Click above to watch me yammer about music and get told I am “so easy” by Kim from America’s Next Top Model.

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Island in the Sun.

I just got back from Punta Cana in the D.R.  I went ATVing for 5 hours and got skinned.  I went snorkeling and had a sting ray chase me down.  I came home with sun poisoning.  Overall, I am glad I made it home alive.  Picz 2 fllw.
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June 18, 2008
True Life: I'm an Anchor Man
I know clicking links is a drag, but the 6-second video it leads you to is the funniest thing ever.  Teleprompters rule.
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June 16, 2008
Recently I have been watching Vice TV’s Cute Kitten and Cute Puppy videos.  It inspired me to bust out this ridiculously great bargain I got several trips to Rochester ago.
Recently I have been watching Vice TV’s Cute Kitten and Cute Puppy videos.  It inspired me to bust out this ridiculously great bargain I got several trips to Rochester ago.
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June 14, 2008
And sometimes music videos can be moving and really beautiful. Of the few available on youtube, this copy with the silly plug in the beginning is the only one Adele’s label allowed embedding on, so sorry.
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jfabulosity: CROC HEELS! Good advertisement albeit misleading.

jfabulosity:

CROC HEELS! Good advertisement albeit misleading.
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June 10, 2008

Harder Better Faster Stronger

  • abe: actually i'm of the opinion that i'm setting trends that won't be in play for another 3 - 4 years, so it's cool.
  • me: hahahaha abe.
  • abe: seriously, i mean, i had the common sense to move away from nyc
  • me: so suburban massachusetts is the predicted trend for 2012?
  • abe: it's only a matter of time before daft punk's popularity fades into a general popular acceptance of post 1996 electronic dance music. i am preparing for that wave.
  • me: you will be the first to move to the moon.
  • abe: it's not about being first. it's about being best.
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Last night, Mazik (pictured above with MIA) took a break from directing the new T.I. video to come with Yvette and I for the best, most innovative Japanese food I’ve ever had at Wabu Sabi. He brought his laptop along for the ride and I had the pleasure of seeing a preview of the new video along with some others (of note, one for Will.I.Am shot entirely with cell phone cameras.)
Last night, Mazik (pictured above with MIA) took a break from directing the new T.I. video to come with Yvette and I for the best, most innovative Japanese food I’ve ever had at Wabu Sabi. He brought his laptop along for the ride and I had the pleasure of seeing a preview of the new video along with some others (of note, one for Will.I.Am shot entirely with cell phone cameras.)
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