Posts Categorized: music, the internet, and life

How not to get hit by cars

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I ride my bike every day, and I don’t want me or my bike to get smashed by a car or truck driver. I’ve had many close calls, like any of us who cycle the streets regularly. I’ve had my bike smashed up once; luckily I only got a few scrapes and bruises. And even… Read more »

Marinated Cauliflower & Mushrooms

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Yum, this is such a good party dish, but I’m drooling just thinking about it. Might have to make a batch for myself. I haven’t tried it with the sliced olives, though; I’m not sure about those. I think I prefer without, or with whole olives alongside. Marinated Cauliflower & Mushrooms 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive… Read more »

Midlake: The Trials of Von Occupanther

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Sound Opinions interviewed Midlake recently, and I was pleased that the band sounded as smart and creative during their interview as they do on their albums. Midlake’s sound is a little like Fleetwood Mac, in a good way, but their songs are much more interesting. They can spin a good yarn. Video after the jump… Read more »

Mavis Staples: We’ll Never Turn Back

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Mavis Staples has been singing for freedom since the 60s. When in 2007 she crooned/belted/growled “99 and 1/2” out of the radio, I was immobilized and riveted. Down in Mississippi Brothers in jail Uneducated children It’s the 21st century It feels like it’s 1960 Broken levees Lyin politicians Runnin through hatred Homeless babies Freedom now… Read more »