Dec 2010
Best & Worst
12/30/10 23:04
Best thing:
1. Morgan and Nhan Do joined in matrimony
2. Adopted “Cous”
Worst thing:
1. I accidentally deleted giga-bytes worth of music from an external-drive by accident. Dooh!
1. Morgan and Nhan Do joined in matrimony
2. Adopted “Cous”
Worst thing:
1. I accidentally deleted giga-bytes worth of music from an external-drive by accident. Dooh!
My Wish List
12/24/10 22:36
Just like last year, i’m posting my wish list and expecting nothing from it. I still think it’s worth posting, so that i can remind myself somehow. One day, one day.
DÜLLER WRITING INSTRUMENTS by Düller
“For Japanese stationary company Düller, in collaboration with Naori Miyazaki of IDEA International, Lubs has created a minimal, matte black beauty that will convince you to put down your smartphone and actually write for a change. The subtle green detailing is said to be based on the buttons of the iconic Braun calculator (which Apple riffed on in its first iPhone OS). “ -- Ghostly International
ALEXANDER GIRARD BOOK
“This Smythe-sewn hardbound book has 64 full-color pages that document the four-year House Industries Alexander Girard project. Printed and stamped linen cover, 8.25" (21.5 cm) square, signed and numbered, limited edition of 1000. Designed in Delaware. Printed and bound in the USA.” -- House Industries
GUITARIST (Virtual Guitar Instrument)
“We proudly present the complete electric guitar solution for Mac and PC. Absolutely convincing guitar riffs, combined with amps, wah pedals and effects. The actual guitar player has been transformed into a step sequencer system that allows control about playing styles, chord progressions and song structures. Guitarist can be played live as well, with just two fingers you can combine chords and patterns easily.” -- Sugar Bytes
FELTON RECTANGLE (Ben Sherman Sunglasses)
“Solid rectangular lenses are fashioned with silver toned trim at top that leads to temples. Plectrum logo at temples with solid stems. Slightly gradient lenses offer 100% UV protection. Eyewear comes in a textures logo embossed case with a logoed cleansing cloth. Lens measures: 2.5" wide x 1.75" high.” -- Ben Sherman
THE BLACKBIRD FLY (Twins-lens Reflex Camera)
“The Blackbird, fly is twin-lens reflex camera: one lens is used to expose the film, while the other is used like a viewfinder. It’s a famous style of camera whose history stretches back to the 1920s. Unlike most twin-lens reflex cameras, which take larger 120 format film, the Blackbird, fly uses 35mm film - which you can process, scan and print at any one-hour photo store.” -- Superheadz
DÜLLER WRITING INSTRUMENTS by Düller
“For Japanese stationary company Düller, in collaboration with Naori Miyazaki of IDEA International, Lubs has created a minimal, matte black beauty that will convince you to put down your smartphone and actually write for a change. The subtle green detailing is said to be based on the buttons of the iconic Braun calculator (which Apple riffed on in its first iPhone OS). “ -- Ghostly International
ALEXANDER GIRARD BOOK
“This Smythe-sewn hardbound book has 64 full-color pages that document the four-year House Industries Alexander Girard project. Printed and stamped linen cover, 8.25" (21.5 cm) square, signed and numbered, limited edition of 1000. Designed in Delaware. Printed and bound in the USA.” -- House Industries
GUITARIST (Virtual Guitar Instrument)
“We proudly present the complete electric guitar solution for Mac and PC. Absolutely convincing guitar riffs, combined with amps, wah pedals and effects. The actual guitar player has been transformed into a step sequencer system that allows control about playing styles, chord progressions and song structures. Guitarist can be played live as well, with just two fingers you can combine chords and patterns easily.” -- Sugar Bytes
FELTON RECTANGLE (Ben Sherman Sunglasses)
“Solid rectangular lenses are fashioned with silver toned trim at top that leads to temples. Plectrum logo at temples with solid stems. Slightly gradient lenses offer 100% UV protection. Eyewear comes in a textures logo embossed case with a logoed cleansing cloth. Lens measures: 2.5" wide x 1.75" high.” -- Ben Sherman
THE BLACKBIRD FLY (Twins-lens Reflex Camera)
“The Blackbird, fly is twin-lens reflex camera: one lens is used to expose the film, while the other is used like a viewfinder. It’s a famous style of camera whose history stretches back to the 1920s. Unlike most twin-lens reflex cameras, which take larger 120 format film, the Blackbird, fly uses 35mm film - which you can process, scan and print at any one-hour photo store.” -- Superheadz
Heavy-Rotation 2010
12/17/10 02:41
This year, i chose to vote for my favorite music-artists of 2010. Some of my favorite releases were EPs and singles. Here’s my ‘heavy-rotation list’ in no particular order
Tame Impala
Lower Dens
Twin Shadow
Class Actress
Deerhunter
Forest Swords
Prince Rama
El Guincho
Dum Dum Girls
Crystal Castles
Selebrities
Tamaryn
Minks
Caribou
Anika
Toro Y Moi
The XX
Arp
Benoît Pioulard
Wild Nothing
Ariel Pink’s Haunted Graffiti
Games
Jonsi
Frank (Just) Frank
LoneLady
The Radio Dept.
The Soft Moon
Headless Horseman
The Samps
Tame Impala
Lower Dens
Twin Shadow
Class Actress
Deerhunter
Forest Swords
Prince Rama
El Guincho
Dum Dum Girls
Crystal Castles
Selebrities
Tamaryn
Minks
Caribou
Anika
Toro Y Moi
The XX
Arp
Benoît Pioulard
Wild Nothing
Ariel Pink’s Haunted Graffiti
Games
Jonsi
Frank (Just) Frank
LoneLady
The Radio Dept.
The Soft Moon
Headless Horseman
The Samps
The Video Dept
12/07/10 23:05
Date: Jan. 28, 2011
Location: Stardust Video & Coffee
Music: Sleepy Hippie & Xuan
I know “The Video Dept.” doesn’t start until the end of January, but i’m excited to be promoting this event. It’s been years since I’ve attempted to integrate visuals with one of my music events. I guess when Sleepy’s playing, i’ll use my other system to edit visuals live. Between running sound, dj’ing, and controlling visuals, i’m sure my hands will be busy that evening. The Video Dept. is a recurring music event (last Friday of every month) at Stardust Video & Coffee.
Location: Stardust Video & Coffee
Music: Sleepy Hippie & Xuan
I know “The Video Dept.” doesn’t start until the end of January, but i’m excited to be promoting this event. It’s been years since I’ve attempted to integrate visuals with one of my music events. I guess when Sleepy’s playing, i’ll use my other system to edit visuals live. Between running sound, dj’ing, and controlling visuals, i’m sure my hands will be busy that evening. The Video Dept. is a recurring music event (last Friday of every month) at Stardust Video & Coffee.