The Brave Ones
February 21, 2014

Come along with me on a Friday romp — this story is going to weave together punk rock dreams, self-publishing, Roller Derby, Social Distortion, and...

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Brian Williams + Sugarhill Gang
February 20, 2014

When I was about 12 years old, I went roller skating at the Roller Roost II every weekend, and I was desperately in love with...

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Geeking Out
October 26, 2012

This weekend, I'm completely geeking out. I know this confession will come as a huge surprise to absolutely everyone no one. Friday: John Taylor So......

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Tuesday 10: My Zombie Apocalypse Playlist
October 23, 2012

I don't usually wear a costume on Halloween (because in my world, every day is dress-up day), but I do love to think about zombies...

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Great Running Song: Cruel To Be Kind
May 09, 2012

Last night Dave and I went to see Nick Lowe at La Zona Rosa here in Austin. I was mostly excited to see him because...

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A Little Gypsy Music
October 12, 2011

About 100 miles south of Prague is a small city called Cesky Krumlov that inspires daydreams of princesses and werewolves. The town and castle construction...

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A Pre-Prague Musical Extravaganza With Frank Turner
October 03, 2011

Tomorrow, Dave and I fly to Prague, via Paris, for our "Holy shit! We just made a cookbook" holiday celebration. I mean, why not go...

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Mike Ness – In The House
September 21, 2011

Damn it! Mike Ness was in my freakin' neighborhood this weekend, and where was I? In my pajamas, writing Well Fed at my dining table...

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You Are Not So Smart
March 02, 2011

Hey, you guys! I've got a favor to ask you... can you read this post, then go listen to a super-good song, then cast a...

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Cat Flag = Awesome
January 20, 2011

kickass image by Art YuckoLove it![Don't understand why I think this is awesome? Look here and here and here.]

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By Request: My Duran Duran Photos
December 17, 2010

The other day, I told you about my Duran Duran problem. Today, I bring you photos from the momentous day when I met Mr. John...

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‘Scuse Me While I Turn 16
December 16, 2010

Back in the day, my best friend Renee and I were total Durannies. She loved Simon, and John Taylor (bass, for the uninitiated) was all...

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