Confessions of a Fanboy

It’s a good thing I got so much writing done yesterday because I’ve gotten fuck all done today.
The phrase of the day comes from one Michael Stipe:  “Death is pretty final, I’m collecting vinyl.”
After all the cajoling, nagging, and prodding from one Mr. Mark Saleski, I’ve finally taken the plunge and ordered a turntable.  That’s [...]

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Tom, I’m blaming you for this!
I bought my first Nine Inch Nails record yesterday. I’ve never been a fan, mostly because Trent Reznor’s voice was a bit much for me and I really couldn’t connect with most of the lyrics. I was thought the music sounded cool but I couldn’t get past the [...]

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The three most perfect female voices in the history of mankind are:

Etta James
tie: Norah Jones and Sarah McLachlan

I’m calling for a singoff for second between Norah and Sarah Mc. They could alternate; Norah sings one, Sarah follows. Even if I could come to a concrete decision on who should get the silver [...]

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I’m once again pleased to report there were a lot of outstanding records released this past year. You wouldn’t know that if you read certain magazines, blogs or web sites. You certainly wouldn’t know it if you listened to most radio stations. Fortunately for you, you’re smarter than that and you’re not [...]

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It’s been a stressful two weeks in FanboyLand, and this morning was no exception. I’ll not bore you with my trials and travails, but I will tell you I found the sonic salve for it: Norah Jones’ Not Too Late.

As I mentioned earlier today, I’ve been revisiting some of my favorite songs and [...]

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I’ve now had a chance to glance over the Grammy nominations a couple times. *Sigh* Why do I do this to myself? I guess because no one else will let me do it to them.
I know, I know… The Grammys haven’t been relative in – what’s this, the 50th annual? – fifty [...]

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The cherry has been busted; the first ever edition of The B-Sides Concept Album program has aired and, if I may be bold, it was an unqualified success.
The main topic for the evening was Bruce Springsteen. We rehashed Magic, discussed the current tour, and reflected on a few of our favorites. Guests Mark [...]

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The daily scorecard of what I listened to, provided as a public service. See anything you like? Anything you’ve forgotten? What did you listen to?
Girlfriend | Sweet, Matthew | Time Capsule|The Best Of Matthew Sweet 1990-2000
Today | The Smashing Pumpkins | Greatest Hits|Smashing Pumpkins
Creep | Radiohead | Pablo Honey
Ansaphone [Demo] | Pulp [...]

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Let’s hope I get a lot of money for my birthday in September, because this Fats Domino tribute album is going to have to be in my collection when it arrives in stores Sept. 25.
Going Home: A Tribute to Fats Domino will be a 2-CD set and features some of the biggest names in [...]

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My iPod is bursting with new music and I’ve done none of it justice. I’ve listened now to everything I recently bought/received at least once, but have not had the chance to properly immerse myself in the joy of this bounty. I’m anticipating having some time around the desk tomorrow and I’ll certainly [...]

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