posted May 25, 2017 #

Guy in front of me at the gas station wearing a Make America Great Again hat and he's paying with a check. More like Make America Wait Again

Harry Says Yes

posted May 25, 2017 #

I did it. I finally did it. After months of not-so-subtle pestering I wrangled my way into an episode of Harry Says Yes. The show, hosted by sarcastic absurdist Harry Nelson, is tangential discussions loosely structured around various games and questions. It's hard to explain but I've been listening to it for months and find something delightful about the banter between Harry and his guests. Hence my pestering to be a part of it.

I had a great time but haven't even listened back to the episode yet. If it's awful, never tell me* because I'm still riding the euphoria wave of being involved at all.

You can listen to the episode pretty much anywhere you listen to podcasts - i.e. iTunes, Overcast, Tumblr.

* You can tell me, honesty is good

Rob Sheridan, Art Is Resistance

posted May 25, 2017 #

If you are somehow not familiar, Rob Sheridan is a graphic designer who has been deeply entrenched in the world of Nine Inch Nails (and How To Destroy Angels) visuals for the past 15 years. His origin story in working with the band is what every enthusiastic fan dreams of, he was discovered by Trent through his NIN fan site and brought on board to the team. Looking back over the past decade plus of visuals from that realm is impressive to say the very least.

Sheridan has recently left the NIN world, seeking out new personal projects and letting some new life be injected in his absence. This WARP Magazine interview covers all that and a whole lot more; including his political take, how Year Zero has become more than just a warning and his policy on sharing techniques. Definitely worth your time for a read through.

Jordan Bolton Movie Posters

posted May 25, 2017 #

There's a series of movie posters from Jordan Bolton that lays out a large amount of objects from a particular film in a Evidence Map kind of presentation. He's covered Twin Peaks, plenty of Wes Anderson films and even some less contemporary pieces like Breakfast at Tiffany's. They're well made and fun to pore over.

There's another series that maps locations within the film, from an overhead architectural style viewpoint; covering the likes of Lost in Translation, Marie Antoinette and a few more.

I suggest going over the whole portfolio and/or following along on Instagram for the latest and greatest.

posted May 24, 2017 #

Excited to announce that Nashville rockers @repeatX2 have signed to @dangerbird and that we're putting out their ne… https://t.co/56Yg6faVV7

posted May 24, 2017 #

"when you travel your first discovery is that you do not exist."

posted May 24, 2017 #

Wikitribune hits its goal! Still time to back if you’d like to help. https://t.co/nkUIkGMEiJ

posted May 24, 2017 #

@yewknee I am ready to experience more.

posted May 24, 2017 #

@yewknee There's an overall "fuck it" vibe I can't help but admire

Cat Running Wheel

posted May 24, 2017 #

I recently stumbled on The Cat Wheel, a well designed infinity treadmill for your feline (and small canine) friends. It is, ostensibly, for cat exercise but after watching this video of it in action, it's clearly for human amusement as much as any other purpose it serves.

I think there are actually several products out on the market. The One Fast Cat project seems to be the most affordable but the Go Cat Wheel looks a tiny bit better as the base is more concealed (tho it is twice the price).

That's a lot of info for a cat exercise device. Long story short, just find some videos of it in action and enjoy the rest of your life.

Human Landscapes

posted May 24, 2017 #

The Atlantic has run a series of satellite captures entitled Human Landscapes. Photo Editor Alan Taylor chooses a rather large region - i.e. Mexico, Canada or the American Southwest - and finds compelling examples of humanity carving its place out of nature. The images shared above are the tiniest sampling of the beautiful and unbelievable systems that humans have created. Some of those systems result in surreal configurations or unbelievably tidy arrangements.

Savoy Motel

posted May 24, 2017 #

I spent some time this weekend catching up with Nashville band Savoy Motel and I'm continuously struck by how well they manage to keep a balance of paying homage to their 70's aesthetic without being stiff about it. Their visual style aside, the songs are also an enjoyable endeavor for your ears. Give these a spin if you're not familiar:

Souvenir Rock Shop - my introduction to the band and an excellent definition of their whole vibe.
Western Version Boogie - the latest video (embedded above) and possibly the best example of a band actually enjoying themselves.
Hot One - my least favorite of the bunch but it features a lot of fake saxophone playing so I certainly don't dislike it that much
Sorry People - barn hanging goodness.
KEXP Full Performance - just in case you were wondering, like myself, if they kept the look up outside of videos; they do.

posted May 22, 2017 #

"Who paid for you?" he whispered. But the old wall keeps her secrets. https://t.co/xplQhXvzQ3

posted May 22, 2017 #

me on twitter vs me irl https://t.co/9l9nA1dTja

posted May 22, 2017 #

This tweet did not age well https://t.co/EnoyTXwQhG

Museum Of Reclaimed Urban Space

posted May 22, 2017 #

I spent a little time this weekend at the Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space in the East Village; where they were having a poster show entitled Taking It to the Streets! The Art + Design of Posters and Flyers on the Lower East Side in the 80s + 90s. That title is quite a mouthful but does a good job of explaining what's in store for the exhibition.

It's pretty wild to read about all of the clashes that NYC residents have had with the NYC government over public spaces, gardens and even abandoned buildings that become art projects. The posters tell the story of unrest but they're just the jumping off point for a myriad of tales (i.e. Adam Purple and the Guerrilla Garden or Liz Christy vs Ed Koch).

If you can make it down there, go check it out. If not, read this NY Times piece and browse the location tag.

posted May 21, 2017 #

Subscribing to newspapers is a good use case for @twitter payments. I might pay after clicking links if it only took one click.

posted May 21, 2017 #

I'm a real estate agent updating my listings from the Real Estate show. That's a real thing.

posted May 20, 2017 #

just realized Ben Kingsley in SNEAKERS is Julian Assange's final form https://t.co/8A6GCkPnaf

posted May 19, 2017 #

I wrote about Twin Peaks for @glixel. https://t.co/h6VFwfxyLo