Somehow this impressive 1973 Roxy Music performance on The Old Grey Whistle Test has never crossed by transom. Until now. "In Every Dream Home a Heartache" has always been a disturbing song (about Ballardian ennui and a guy who falls in love with, feels betrayed by, and then kills(?) an inflatable doll). But Bryan Ferry's dead-eyed stare and near-motionless delivery of the lyrics here only add to the creeping discomfort.
Thumbnail: Screengrab from video, The Old Grey Whistle Test, 1973
One of my favorite things on The Late Show is when Stephen Colbert sings with his guests. In this clip, he joins James Taylor (guesting with the show's Stay Human band) on the beautiful lovers lullaby, "You Can Close Your Eyes." Thumbnail image: Promotional photo of James Taylor, early 1970s (Public Domain) READ THE REST
If you are (or were) a Weedian of a certain age, chances are you're at least passingly familiar with the Proto-Pipe. This brass pipe with a lid, a resin trap, and tamping and cleaning tools built into it, was the pinnacle of stoner tech in the late 70s and the 1980s. In this episode of… READ THE REST
A month or so ago, in my online travels, I ran across an offer to get a "free, full-color" Estes rocketry catalog. I was shocked and delighted to learn that a proper paper catalog still existed. I had lived for the Estes catalog when I was a pre-teen and teen. Getting one in the mail… READ THE REST
As many people continue to prioritize financial independence over the standard 9 to 5 office jobs, ridesharing has become a serious contender for side or even full-time income with the average full-time driver, "earning just under $42,000 a year (gross earnings)." And with "3.9 million Uber drivers and 1.4 million Lyft drivers on the road", you'd be smart to learn how to maximize your… READ THE REST
After living through a global pandemic, it's safe to say we're all way more aware of cleanliness than ever. Unfortunately, the world is a dirty place. For example, the ATMs and touch screens you use have been handled by countless hands. And despite our best efforts with hand washing and constant sanitizer use, germs still manage to slip past our… READ THE REST
Before you leave the house, it's important to take a moment to remember if you have all the essentials: a water bottle, your wallet, and, of course, your favorite earbuds. But if you could use a new wireless pair to cancel out that outside noise, especially if you're heading to work, considering that outside noise… READ THE REST
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