This show is going to be one to remember. If you live in Pittsburgh, be there. If you don't live in Pittsburgh, find a way to be there.Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Monday, November 9, 2009
For All Mankind

As a kid, I was mildly interested in space. I was much more interested in time travel. And Doc Emmett Brown and Marty McFly and flying Deloreans. After watching Al Reinert's 1989 film "For All Mankind", I'm rethinking all of this.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Aquarium Drunkard comments on Charles Manson
Monday, November 2, 2009
Fantasies of Time Travel
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Ryan Patterson(Coliseum) Interview!!

Pic by Kacendre
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Millions of Brazilians on Tour!!
So, to be completely honest with myself and my few readers, I have a very hard time thinking of the best thing to write about this band. I happen to be close friends with vocalist/guitarist Nick Cicchetti and I know that a relationship like this can sometimes influence one's opinion of a band. But I can genuinely say, Millions of Brazilians have the drive, skill, and sincerity that many bands lack! Nick is supported by guitarist Derek Dorey and drummer Zozzy Gruse. All three members have payed their dues and honed their chops playing in local Detroit bands since they learned how to strum a guitar and beat a drum. They formed their current project, Millions of Brazilians, about two years ago and haven't looked back. In February 2009, the band released a 7 song EP entitled "Half Horse/ Half Horse" on vinyl and via digital download from Itunes, Amazon, and Emusic. And very recently, MOB released a split 7 inch with The Gay Blades. I feel that the music is diverse but fits nicely under the umbrella of "dance punk" or "post punk". Lots of jagged guitars and fun as hell high hat beats accompany Nick's witty tongue in cheek lyrics. When watching the band live, you may feel the urge to dance, but also the urge to later look into just what Nick is singing about. 10.14
Brillo Box
Pittsburgh, PA
10.15
Penny Arcade
Rochester, NY
10.16
Hiro Ballroom
New York, NY
10.17
Middle East - Downstairs
Cambridge, MA
10.18
Southpaw
Brooklyn, NY
10.20
Johnny Brenda's
Philadelphia, PA
10.21
Black Cat
Washington, DC
10.23
V Club
Huntington, WV
10.24
Cat's Cradle
Carrboro, NC
10.25
TBD
Charlotte, NC
10.26
The Earl
Atlanta, GA
10.27
Jack Rabbits
Jacksonville, FL
10.28
The Engine Room
Tallahassee, FL
10.29
Culture Room
Fort Lauderdale, FL
10.30
The Social
Orlando, FL
10.31
Exit/In
Nashville, TN
11.03
Bottle Tree
Birmingham, AL
Another comic book for grown ups...
I guess you could say that I've been on a comic book kick lately. After reading "The Living And The Dead" by Jason, I checked the library catalog to see what other Jason comic books they had. Apparently his stuff is pretty sought after because almost everything of his that the library has was checked out or on the holdshelf. I put a hold on a few of his books for myself, and now I'm writing to tell you about the first one that became available to me.Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Comic Books For Grown Ups


Yesterday, during the cloudy afternoon here in Pittsburgh, I ventured out to the nearly brand new branch of the Allegheny Library which is only a few blocks from my house. This is a brand new building on Federal Street, which for those of you familiar with the North Side of Pittsburgh, is undergoing somewhat of a rebirth. It was erected to replace the old North Side branch which was damaged by flooding a few years ago. The new building has nowhere near as much character as the old building, but then again, a library should be judged by it's contents, not it's appearance. But clicking on the links below will allow you to see that the old building was so much easier on the eyes. The new one isn't bad, but not as nice as the old one.
The Chinese Stars on Tour!!

That's right kids, The Chinese Stars are releasing a new album and setting out on tour. The record is titled "Heaven On Speed Dial" and will be available through most digital retailers on October 13th.The vinyl and "poster records" (poster of album art, insert, and download code) will begin selling on the Anchor Brain website shortly after. Both options will be available through the band on tour. Check out the dates below, and if you're near one, go to the show. You will not be dissapointed. MP3 After the dates below.
Thursday Oct 22nd in Montreal, QC @ La Sala Rossa w/ Six Finger Satellite + Sensitive Hearts
Friday Oct 23rd in Toronto, ON @ The Garrison w/ Six Finger Satellite + Sensitive Hearts
Saturday Oct 24th in Columbus, OH @ The Summit w/ Six Finger Satellite + Sensitive Hearts
Sunday Oct 25th in Chicago, IL @ Empty Bottle w/ Six Finger Satellite + Sensitive Hearts
Monday Oct 26th in St Paul, MN @ Turf Club w/ Sensitive Hearts
Tuesday Oct 27th in Omaha, NE @ The Waiting Room w/ Sensitive Hearts
Wednesday Oct 28th in Denver, CO @ Rhinoceropolis w/ Hot White + Sensitive Hearts
Thursday Oct 29th- OFF
Friday Oct 30th -Off
Saturday Oct 31st in Vancouver, BC @ TBA + Sensitive Hearts
Sunday Nov 1st in Seattle, WA @ The Black Lodge w/ All Leather, Past Lives + Sensitive Hearts
Monday Nov 2nd in Portland, OR @ Satyricon w/ All Leather + Sensitive Hearts
Tuesday Nov 3rd in San Fransisco, CA @ Thee Parkside w/ All Leather+ Sensitive Hearts
Wednesday Nov 4th in Sacramento, CA @ TBA w/ Sensitive Hearts
Thursday Nov 5th @ in Los Angeles, CA @ The Smell w/ Sensitive Hearts
Friday Nov 6th in Mexicali, MX@ Zaiko Bar
Saturday Nov 7th @ in San Diego, CA @ Soda Bar w/ The Dabbers
Sunday Nov 8th in La Jolla, CA @ Che Cafe
Monday Nov 9th in Palm Springs, CA @ J Dee's Landing w/ Sensitive Hearts
Tuesday Nov 10th in Phoenix, AZ @ The Rhythm Room w/ Health + All Leather
Wednesday Nov 11th in El Paso, TX @ Zen Meister w/ Sensitive Hearts
Thursday Nov 12th in Austin, TX @ Beerland w/ Sensitive Hearts
Friday Nov 13th in Dallas, TX @ The Cavern w/ Sensitive Hearts
Saturday Nov 14th in Little Rock, AR @ Vino's w/ Church Of The Snake + Sensitive Hearts
Sunday Nov 15th in Hot Springs, AR @ The Exchange w/ Church Of The Snake + Sensitive Hearts
Monday Nov 16th in Kansas City, MO @ Czar Bar w/ Sensitive Hearts
Tuesday Nov 17th in Bloomington, IN @ The Bluebird w/ Sensitive Hearts
Wednesday Nov 18th in Cincinnati, Oh @ Parkland Theatre w/ Sensitive Heart
Thursday Nov 19th in Cleveland, OH @ Now Thats Class w/ Sensitive Hearts