Oh Comely

In the Aeroplane Over the Sea, is one of the those albums I never get sick of. It might take a few listens to really get into it, but most great albums are like that for me. Oh Comely is an eight minute masterpiece, my favorite on the album. Lyrics about "flesh licking ladies", "sister and mother and 500 families", "powerful pistons", "sugary sweet machines", "green fleshy flowers", and "some sort of time machine". Written and sung by the amazing Jeff Mangum, and arranged in a fuzzy, lo-fi, old-timey blend of dream-like imagery that is consistent throughout the record. This is a must have record in anyone's collection.

Beautiful Inside My Head Forever

Interesting article on Damien Hirst, and the two day Sotheby's auction held earlier this week. This was the first time an artist of his status bypassed the galleries and sold his work directly at auction. Two years worth of work, about 223 pieces total. Most of the works were what you come to expect from him, animals floating in formaldehyde, dot patterns, butterfly-covered canvas, spin-art, diamonds, skulls, etc... Not sure how I feel about his work, seems a little over-hyped. At some point you get so big, you have to keep topping yourself to feel successful. It becomes less about progressing or trying new things, and more about beating a record or making the most money. I guess being the richest living artist affords him the luxury not to care what anyone has to say.

The Old Days

The song is called The Old Days, from there new album "FATE" by Dr. Dog. You should buy it.

American League West Champions

After there 4-2 victory over the Yankees, and the Mariners taking care of business in Texas, the Angels clinched the division and secured themselves a playoff spot. This has probably been one of the funnest years to be an Angel fan since 2002. The team is great from top to bottom and they all seem like good, solid dudes. Check out Tori Hunter, the guys is a great hitter, a great fielder, and a great guy. He is always laughing and having a good time, keeping everyone loose in the clubhouse. That being said, there is still 17 games left, and the next goal is to keep winning and finish with the best record in the American League. More pictures of the celebration.

Album Creative

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John Stewart for President!

I got to give credit to Bend Press for posting this link. John Stewart is amazing at pointing out how full of shit some politicians and members of the media are. It's funny how the last few elections have turned into the presidential equivalent of American Idol. Each candidates policies get lost, and each becomes a caricature of them selves. I guess it is encouraging that so many people watched each parties convention, but what did it change? I still feel the same way about both candidates and my vote hasn't changed.