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From Last Night’s David Letterman

“Have you seen any of the new Bush television commercials? Well, they’re getting their money’s worth, aren’t they? In one of the commercials you see George Bush for 30 seconds, in another commercial you get to see George Bush for … Continue reading →

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People here at work have been saving up their iTunes Pepsi caps for me. I think I’ve gotten like 6 free songs out of the deal. Last night I downloaded “Stoney Street” by Amon Tobin. His sense of texture and … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon

March 16: David Byrne’s new album, “Grown Backwards.” Includes 2 duets with RUFUS WAINRIGHT. Instant orgasm. March 19: theatrical release of “Dawn of the Dead,” an “update” of the classic Romero film (which is in my all-time Top 10 fave … Continue reading →

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Another Sign That You’re In A 4-Year Relationship

Your boyfriend says to you, “Sleeping together is about staying on YOUR side of the bed!”

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Today after work I head over to Barbara’s Books in Old Town to set ’em up with some copies of 100SP. Should be swell. I had some time to kill on Friday before meeting up with Andy at Las Pinatas … Continue reading →

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Reflection Upon Window Shopping At Urban Outfitters

I don’t care what anyone says, a pair of jeans should NOT cost $135.

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Another Reason I Love Chicago

http://www.suntimes.com/output/news/cst-nws-gay19.html

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Growing Backwards

Yes, I haven’t written in a while. It’s been a combo of inarticulation, ennui, and vague melancholy. I’m listening to an album by the Chico Hamilton Quintet right now, from 1957, and it’s wonderful. So refined and yet it still … Continue reading →

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David Byrne Sings With Rufus Wainwright

This is from pitchforkmedia.com … of course the article is flip & condescending as pitchfork usually is, but still exciting news!! David Byrne Covers Lambchop, Verdi On Latest Album Remain in lite-rock [Posted Tuesday, February 10th, 2004 04:00:00 Pitchfork Central … Continue reading →

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Insomnia

I could not for the life of me get any good sleep last night. Despite going to bed at 9.30. I couldn’t get my mind to shut off, and I couldn’t get comfortable. I know that Andy got up during … Continue reading →

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