Photo Credit: Val Wilmer Items In Julien’s Auctions’ “Celebrating Bob Dylan: The Aronowitz Archive, T Bone Burnett, & More” Auction Provide Tangible Evidence Of Era Portrayed In Dylan Biopic “A Complete Unknown”Auction To Be Held on January 18, 2025 at The Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum in Nashville, TN Featuring 50 Lots from Iconic Rock Journalist Al …
I’m not looking to put him on a mountaintop (or maybe I am), but one of the things that Jimmy had in common with Jesus is that they were both betrayed by those he loved. By the way, isn’t it cool that we have always been able to call him “Jimmy?” He deserved, in retirement, …
Random thoughts of a feverish man: 1. 2024; what a fucked up year. The only consolation is that 2025 is going to be much worse. 2. Thank you, Lord Jesus, for taking Jimmy Carter now instead of in a few weeks – when someone who should be getting his teeth knocked out in prison would …
There have been eleven men – eleven! – elected to the post of Commander-In-Chief during my lifetime. A lifetime in which I could only call two of them “mine.” James Earl Carter, Jr., was my first president. I was eight years old when he was sworn into office. My third grade class watched the inauguration …
Two of my former editors have died in 2024. Dawn Anderson, publisher and editor of Seattle’s Backlash and Backfire magazines, had recently been diagnosed with advanced lung cancer. Dawn published the first interview with Kurt Cobain, in 1988. For many fans, that alone is qualification for “legend” status. And she was a fucking legend, someone …
Photo Credit: Jon Uleis All tickets + dates available here Brooklyn originals They Might Be Giants just wrapped a sold out, multi-show run across the East Coast this month, treating audiences to their beloved BIG SHOW TOUR. Up next, TMBG are bringing the show across the United States in 2025, kicking off on February 27 and stretching through June. Due to …
(Kate Nash protesting in London on Nov 28, 2024) Photo by Emily Marcovecchio Discusses “Butts For Tour Buses” OnlyFans campaign, London Protests at Spotify & LiveNation, Skyrocketing Concert Ticket Markups & the Music Industry Crisis with Rolling Stone “Women being in control of their bodies is vital and something we should all be standing by & fighting …
Photo by Darius on Unsplash There are many reasons why you may be toying with the idea of learning to play an instrument in the new year. For example, this is a hobby that can allow you to develop a host of new and transferable skills while also having a positive impact on your mental …
Yes, it’s really Richard Wayne Van Dyke (born 12/13/1925) in this video, singing and dancing his way back into our hearts with chill rockers Coldplay and his extended family urging him on. On Tuesday of this week, the acrobatic actor once renowned for tripping over an ottoman on The Dick Van Dyke Show was forced …
Montezuma’s Revenge Given the historical low bar, e.g., Tony Quinn, I think Chester Slome represented a worthy candidate to enter North Park’s Hall of Fame. So I thought creatively, knowing that Chester currently lives in assisted living. He subscribes to the New York Times and works the crossword puzzle each day. Cognitively, he is well. …
I am the Goldfish In this echo chamber atmosphere The truth is hard to hear I don’t hear anything I am a goldfish my dear Left then right and up and down Around this tank I swim I’ve named the rocks and bubbles My reflection is my friend While I swim What you can’t see …
She was a legend before her 30th birthday, revolutionizing and modernizing an art. She was America’s ballet ambassador, for decades… and generations before the haunting “Killers Of The Flower Moon” re-introduced the Osage people to the public consciousness, Maria Tallchief was the Osage’s de facto ambassador to the world. In life and in death, Tallchief …
No one should be surprised by the results of our recent national election. Since WWII, former vice presidents usually lose presidential elections, or lose more often than they win, particularly when they run right after serving as vice president. The elder George Bush is the only former vice president to win his first presidential election …
Pexels. CCO Licensed. Holiday season is fast approaching and many of us will be thinking of gifts for our friends and family. If you’ve got a loved one who is a baseball fan, a baseball-related gift could prove to be a hit. However, it’s possible that they may already have received their fair share of …
RIP Quincy Jones, whose musical accomplishments across a range of genres and endeavors may be wider and deeper than any other figure of the past century. In the realm of jazz . . . His abilities as a trumpet player put him on the road with the Lionel Hampton big band at the age of …
“There is no textbook for the cutting edge of discovery & knowledge. We are becoming it with every purposeful breath. The fruit of our humbly attained wisdom, the poetry of our greatest song, is ripening yet on the tree of human reaching.” -My Ching-Paul Lawrence Johnson
A special Gogol Bordello film screening & show is coming to Aladdin Theatre in Portland, OR on November 12. In addition to the movie, Gogol Bordello’s Eugene Hütz and Sergey Ryabtsev will be hosting a Q&A session and spirited live performance following the film screening of Scream of My Blood – a fascinating intimate portrait …
In terms of non-photographic art, I love the commercial genre much more than anything else. There’s something about the almost-completely-lost profession of creating art on demand; producing amazing art on a deadline… often uncredited, and often, for astoundingly low pay (but nonetheless a living wage at the time, if one was prolific). I thought today, …
Via Pixabay We all know sports are fun to watch and even more fun to play. But beyond the excitement of a big game, sports have this sneaky way of shaping who we are, connecting us, and teaching us things that go way beyond the field. Whether you’ve played competitively or just kicked a ball …
Pexels Life can be challenging at times and take a lot out of you. It’s important that you manage your time well and put your needs first. You want to make sure you’re taking good care of yourself daily to keep a smile on your face. Be glad to know there are many actions you …
A friend hereabouts queried his FB pals today as to the “First CDs” they’d purchased. So I naturally went on at length about my own very peculiar/particular “Journey to the CD”, as it were. Ahem, I acquired a year-old Technics CD player from a Missoula, Montana friend who was ALREADY upgrading (ca. Summer 1987!), shortly …
via Pexels Planning a vacation with kids can be both exciting and overwhelming. It’s a chance to bond and create lifelong memories, but it also requires thoughtful planning to ensure that everyone enjoys the trip. Here are three essential tips to make your family vacation smooth, fun, and memorable. Choose Kid-Friendly Destinations The destination sets …
Photo by Vincenzo Malagoli: Staying mentally engaged during downtime is important for your cognitive health. Whether you’re waiting for an appointment, traveling, or simply taking a break, choosing activities that stimulate your brain can make these moments more enjoyable and productive. The good news is, there are plenty of simple yet effective ways to pass …
Pete Rose and Johnny Bench, 1971. “Charlie Hustle” played the game as it should be played, and played it better than almost any other figure in baseball history. He played every game as if his life depended on it. Charlie Hustle was an integral part of two National League dynasties. Of course, most people associate …
Kristofferson was so talented as an actor, later generations might not even know that he was a remarkable musician. He was so well-known as a singer, some people might’ve forgotten that he wrote some of the most important songs of the Sixties and Seventies. Kristofferson was so skilled as a songwriter, a lot of people …
Of my wild harvesting friends, I am the most risk averse. If you can potentially die or get sick from eating something at the wrong time, and if I’m not starving, then I don’t eat it. Pawpaws are the exception, their creamy, custardy innards– which when ripe taste like a mixture of mango and banana– …
The sight of this box conjures up traumatic memories if you have ever worked at a garden center~ha! I will never forget the Russian roulette of sticking your hand in to grab a pumpkin praying that it is not rotten. There is a special stench to a rotting pumpkin that does not easily wash off. …
Photo Credit The September 11, 2024, business section of the New York Times bore the front-page headline: “Only One Supermarket Is Left.” Here is an update on an EPB feature about Phil Knight’s money. The money spawned 1803 Fund . The first paragraph within this sparse homepage declared: 1803 Fund seeks to grow shared prosperity, …
I once went on a date with Charles R. Cross – often known as “Charley.” It was the first time we’d formally met – though he’d said hello to me in passing, maybe once. I was a regular contributor to The Rocket, coming by once a week or two to pitch assignments or drop some …
I have known Noah Ernst for a decade and have come to respect him for his honesty, effectiveness, and sharp mind. He will make an excellent public servant in the Portland City Council. We can all count on him to improve our city in every way. He is ready and willing to provide “outcome-driven leadership” …