I was watching TV this week, and the most recent Viagra commercial came on. Have you seen this ad?! It’s a group of about 12 musicians in a recording studio, jamming out to what you think is a hip, twangy version of “Viva Las Vegas”. There’s also a Record Producer and a Manager bobbing their heads–everyone’s loving it.
And in a move of synchronized brainpower–true artistic genius–all the musicians bust out singing “Viva Viagra”. Then they actually play all their instruments with their erections (the Violinist is amazing). This isn’t the newest ad in the recording studio, but you’ll get the idea.
I laughed out loud. And you gotta love the guy playing stand-up bass. I think this is the exact moment the Viagra kicked in:
But seriously, what is the deal with these commercials? They’re absurd. (more…)
It’s not every week that I bring two brand new music videos to you, but these were just too good to pass up. Looks like the Easter Bunny (or the Jew Gnome, for those on of the Jewish faith) brought some delicious treats for us all.
I’m been loving both of these singles, and have picked up both albums. I’ll let you know in a week or two how the albums stand as a whole, but in the meantime, “now lets have some fun…”
The first is from a band named MGMT. These guys are a Brooklyn, NY based band that’s got a cool rock, surf, druggie-type groove to them. Their album is called “Oracular Spectacular“, and it’s definitely worth picking up.
Oh, and if this song wasn’t trippy enough, the video is in 3D. So put on your blue and red glasses and drop some acid… MGMT - “Time To Pretend”
Pretty freakin’ sweet video. Nothing better than a million drummers drumming away. I dare you to listen to that song three times and not have it stuck in your head. Double dog dare you.
This next video comes from a band called “Vampire Weekend”. (more…)
And I’m sad because of you, MTV. I’m not sure when “reality TV” became “music TV”, but apparently it did. And it’s awful. What about the children, MTV?
Forget about me–what about those too young to know better?? Don’t you care that those young minds won’t get to see Limp Bizkit talk about nookie or watch Prince croon about something homoerotic?
You know what? I know you don’t care. But I do. Which is precisely why I wrote this flog. The Top 5 Music Videos of All Time.
Being a fine connoisseur of music (and a world renowned humanitarian), I figured I should compile a list of the best music videos ever made. The real diamonds in the rough. These are music videos that cut to the core of a man–the ones you see once and remember forever. These are the music videos you watched as a child — all prepubescent and teary-eyed — and wondered “why can’t that be me?”. (more…)
Everyone’s heard of the toilet saran wrap trick — you know, the one where you wrap up the toilet with hopes that someone will make a flat doodycake sandwich the next time they poop? It’s hilarious, but it’s also overplayed.
So here’s some geniuses that took it to the next level. They try–and succeed–at using saran wrap as a weapon. They practically decapitate their roommate.
That’s right, it Wednesday…which means it’s time to serve up some hot music picks for the week. (FYI: Starting next week, I’ll be cataloging my music picks under the “Music” section (finally!), so that you can easily find them from now on…)
This first is a song from a great band “Bright Eyes”. I’m a huge fan of their earlier album, “I’m Wide Awake, It’s Morning”, which came out in ‘05. That’s a sick album, definitely recommend giving that a listen. Anyway, picked up their new album recently, and am groovin’ on this twangy, southernish song called “Four Winds”…
The biggest news of this past week was the scandal that placed [former] New York Governor Elliot Spitzer smack dab in the center of a prostitution ring. He was the Richard Gere to the nation’s Julia Roberts, only this movie wouldn’t be called “Pretty Woman”…it would be called “She Spitzer, Not Swallows”. Or something like that.
Ooooh! Maybe if they fell in love, and you know, got married–and she was all strong-willed and wanted to keep her last name– it could be called “Spitzer-Swallows”.
Damnit!! Touchtone Pictures already beat me too it. They stole my idea! Leave it to Hollywood to turn this scandal into a summer Blockbuster. I mean, can you believe this??!
Well, it’s official. I’m an Uncle! That’s right, last week, my brother’s wife gave birth to a big, healthy, beautiful baby boy. And I was lucky enough to go home and see the little guy right after it was born. Now, I’ll try not to get too sappy…but it really was such an unbelievable thing to see a newborn baby—he was gorgeous. Kicking and squealing, grasping with his little hands.
It’s crazy. Not only to think that my brother is now a father, but just to see the little guy. I mean, he’s a little human being. With little feet and fingers and emotions.
Now, obviously, I’ve seen an infant before. But seeing a newborn baby, literally only hours out of the womb, being fully alert and coherent…it just really opens your eyes to the miracle that is life. It almost makes all this other work and daily stuff seem like bullshit.
But I told you I wouldn’t get sappy on you. And I aim to keep it that way. What I intend to do with this flog is prepare all of you for that next big step into father or motherhood. (more…)
There’s some hot picks this week–perhaps too hot. Definately too hot for the streets. In fact, you might get burned. Before we jump into this week, just to follow up from last week, the Vampire Weekend album is off the chains. I might go ahead and give it the “Pick of April” award. Pick that shit up.
Our first video is coming off of Gnarls Barkley’s latest album “The Odd Couple”. You know Gnarls from his big hit “Crazy” last year, and those of you into the rap scene might have known him even earlier as C-Lo Green. With Gnarles, he teams with DJ Dangermouse to help blow minds.
This latest is great, And it may give you a seizure.
GNARLS BARKLEY - “RUN”
Not too shabby, huh?
The next pick comes from Jack White’s (of the White Stripes) side project band, The Raconteurs. What’s cool about this record is they finished recording it a week before it was released…White didn’t want to go through that whole PR bullshit, (more…)
I was recently introduced to the book “What’s Your Poo Telling You?”, which is an amazing piece that chronicals the different types of poop, descriptions of what causes it, and what that shit can tell you about your body. It’s awesome. It’s done very well — an interesting combination of humor, funny pictures, and real (medical) information about doody.
And, if I can say so myself, it does a pretty solid job of identifying the many, varied types of poop. And it’s very informative at the same time. Ever wonder “why the hell is that turd floating?“. It answers all kinds of stuff like that. And even gives funny pictures to go along with it.
Just so you guys know what I’m talking about, I’ve included an excerpt from the book. This is certainly one I know everyone’s experienced. Especially after your friend invites you over for dinner, and it happens to be “Mexican Night”. Uh oh…
My favorite day of the week. Music time. As usual, we’ll do a little something old-something new. For the older selection, I’m gonna go with an old classic I hadn’t heard in a long while..but heard this past weekend and creamed myself.
Now, I’m not one to take Dudes with their hair dyed bright orange seriously. But, damn it’s a good song. I’m almost willing to make an exception — give him a nod of recognition. But I think I’d rather just close my eyes.
Because I pictured the singer being sooo much cooler.
You do whatever you need to.
The Flaming Lips - “She Don’t Use Jelly”
And for the newer song…it’s been out for a little while, but it still rocks my socks off. This is a local band from LA called “Silver Sun Pickups”. (more…)
Bring on the prescriptions. 
I’m a saaaad Panda.
Well, it’s official. I’m an Uncle! That’s right, last week, my brother’s wife gave birth to a big, healthy, beautiful baby boy. And I was lucky enough to go home and see the little guy right after it was born. Now, I’ll try not to get too sappy…but it really was such an unbelievable thing to see a newborn baby—he was gorgeous. Kicking and squealing, grasping with his little hands. 
