and blogging from my phone is frustrating.
So Sit tight and I'll be back soon.
"Cheers!!!"
-Rob.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Aww Naw Son... It's Black Jesus!
BLACK JESUS
Man, this ain't right, right here... but damn it's funny!!! And another reason why I have a content warning! So sit back, chill and don't take it serious... it's just comedy! Peace!
I hope you laughed...
Peace!
Saturday, October 8, 2011
OMC How Bizarre
It really is amazing the effect music has on us. The way it shapes our memories and holds us in a place and time, if just for a moment... This fact is so very true for me when I listen to the "How Bizarre" Album by OMC (Otara Millionaires Club). I'm sure many of you remember them as a one hit wonder by their hit single by the same name, "How Bizarre". But I know them from their album in it's entirety. I love this CD! So severely underrated. This album really had no success in the States, but in other countries, especially "New Zealand"(where the group comes from) it got much play and was in a solid rotation. Spawning many singles for radio play. None hit bigger than "How Bizarre", but still gained recognition.
My favorite tracks, "Land of Plenty", "Right On", "On the run", "How Bizarre", "Never Coming Back" and "Lingo with the Gringo". Not that I don't love the rest! But these stand out to me. I really like this album set to loop in a CD player. I can let it run 3 to 4(hell sometimes more) times over. The beats, rhythms and rhymes. Use of horns and so much percussion. This album has it all, a real treat. So much better than the crap we are forced to endure each time we flip on the "Clear Channel®" station of choice. But you really have no choice... "Radio plays what they want you to hear"(Thanks REEL BIG FISH) and it's mostly commercials. I refuse to play that game, so I dig threw my old stacks and racks to give me sonic freedom!
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Pauly Fuemana (Jan 31st 2010), the lead vocalist and driving force of the duo that was OMC. Alan Jansson was the other half of the band and due to conflicts over royalties, the two split from making music together in 1998. So "How Bizarre" was their one and only release. For me, it's one of my favorite "Summertime CD's". It invokes dreams of long road trips and playing at the beach, warm breezes and sitting in an EZ-Chair with a beer, letting the sounds pour over you like the rays of the "hot hot sun". I really can not imagine a world where this music does not exist. This album speaks truth and triumph for it's young artists, coming up from humble beginnings in Auckland. Otara is one of the poorest suburbs in Auckland. However, this album and it's hit single have become the countries largest selling musical export of it's kind. "How Bizarre" is the biggest selling record ever to be released by an act originating from and recorded in New Zealand. Having sold around four million copies world wide.
I was lucky enough to have an early release which came with(Track 11) the cover song of " I Love LA". I remember thinking it was my least favorite song on the album, back in the late 90's. But cherish it now, as I do the rest.
My favorite tracks, "Land of Plenty", "Right On", "On the run", "How Bizarre", "Never Coming Back" and "Lingo with the Gringo". Not that I don't love the rest! But these stand out to me. I really like this album set to loop in a CD player. I can let it run 3 to 4(hell sometimes more) times over. The beats, rhythms and rhymes. Use of horns and so much percussion. This album has it all, a real treat. So much better than the crap we are forced to endure each time we flip on the "Clear Channel®" station of choice. But you really have no choice... "Radio plays what they want you to hear"(Thanks REEL BIG FISH) and it's mostly commercials. I refuse to play that game, so I dig threw my old stacks and racks to give me sonic freedom!
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Pauly Fuemana (Jan 31st 2010), the lead vocalist and driving force of the duo that was OMC. Alan Jansson was the other half of the band and due to conflicts over royalties, the two split from making music together in 1998. So "How Bizarre" was their one and only release. For me, it's one of my favorite "Summertime CD's". It invokes dreams of long road trips and playing at the beach, warm breezes and sitting in an EZ-Chair with a beer, letting the sounds pour over you like the rays of the "hot hot sun". I really can not imagine a world where this music does not exist. This album speaks truth and triumph for it's young artists, coming up from humble beginnings in Auckland. Otara is one of the poorest suburbs in Auckland. However, this album and it's hit single have become the countries largest selling musical export of it's kind. "How Bizarre" is the biggest selling record ever to be released by an act originating from and recorded in New Zealand. Having sold around four million copies world wide.
I was lucky enough to have an early release which came with(Track 11) the cover song of " I Love LA". I remember thinking it was my least favorite song on the album, back in the late 90's. But cherish it now, as I do the rest.
Please enjoy a few choice tracks
I really hope you took the time to check out these songs, I dig each of them. Thank you for your time.
"Cheers!!!"
My Baby Loves J-Pop!!!
At the end of my wife's favorite Anime, "Bleach" there is a very catchy little song that get's my baby girl up and dancing! The following video is her jam!
"My Pace" - SunSet Swish
"Go Baby Go!!!"
"Enjoy!!!"
Happy Saturday!!!
Today I would like to play a little music!
"Enjoy!"
ZWAN: Honestly
David Bowie: Heroes
ThieveryCorporation: Web of deception
The Jealous Sound: The Fold Out
ZWAN: Lyric
Here comes my faith, to carry me on
a faith, not a grave
a fight to stay strong
so I stand accused of playing numb
I know it as wrong
for I give my strength
I give my heart
take these chains
and hold them as ours
for I must shine
and I will a star
in a season all mine
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
so here is the view
I cast about
I'm leaving no room
for you to get out...
you'll never get out
Dove, can't you cry without an aside
be warm invite
I need you as my way
across my life
to spend these years
create a new thought
for I give you strength
and offer my heart
take these chains
and hold them as ours
for I must star
and I will shine
in a season all mine
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
a road without end
a faith, not a grave
a fight to stay strong
so I stand accused of playing numb
I know it as wrong
for I give my strength
I give my heart
take these chains
and hold them as ours
for I must shine
and I will a star
in a season all mine
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
so here is the view
I cast about
I'm leaving no room
for you to get out...
you'll never get out
Dove, can't you cry without an aside
be warm invite
I need you as my way
across my life
to spend these years
create a new thought
for I give you strength
and offer my heart
take these chains
and hold them as ours
for I must star
and I will shine
in a season all mine
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
a lyric, a time, a crusade, a line
one minute, a friend, a road without end
a road without end
Hope you enjoyed!
"Cheers!!!"
Friday, October 7, 2011
Sunday, October 2, 2011
My two cents.
Today I received two pennies with my change, from purchasing sugar for my coffee(gotta have it) and snacks for my children at the local Walgreens. The trip to the store is not the important aspect to the story, you see it's the two pennies.
One, the first is dated 1964. What a time to have been born! The introduction of the Ford Mustang, Vietnam, Jeopardy(the game show) hits television, The Beatles dominate the pop charts, The Rolling Stones release their first album, James Bond is the Man in "From Russia with Love" and Malcolm X leaves the nation of Islam. What a crazy and exciting time in history! I know there was so much more happening then that I left out, but I think you get the point. What this penny must have seen and paid for. Yet, it's not worse for the wear, sure it shows signs of age but still has a brightness and clarity to it's appearance, all words are legible, especially the words "In God We Trust."
The second is from 1994 and upon first glance of it's face it keeps up a good appearance. Defined lines and detail are present. You can see the waves of Lincoln's hair and the lucidity of his face. His beard is clear and defined… still something is a miss. Deep gouges in his coat are present and hard scratches on his collar can be easily seen. Though his face is clear, his eye is tarnished green and stained from time. The words I know by Faith are there, are illegible and covered by grime.
I flipped both pennies over and revealed even more about their histories. It's amazing what we carry on our backs, the same is true for the life of a penny. Lincoln 64' is crisp and clean and aside from a few bits if tarnish in the word "United" I would have thought this penny was only but a few years old. Lincoln 94' is destroyed, cuts, scratches and deep, deep gouges are seen. Not one word is legible. Crust and grime is everywhere like a green veil hiding it's worth beneath.
This is where I began to have a revelation, God dropped in, put a few things in my head and now I'd like to share them with you. Though both pennies are 30 years apart in age, they cary the same worth and value. However, their lives have changed them and made them severely different, in appearance.
I would like to start with Lincoln 64'. This penny has aged gracefully. Every detail is clear, every word is legible and Lincoln's face is not distorted or covered in any way. This penny is 47 years of age and there is no question it has lived a full and good life thus far.
Lincoln 94'… I wish I could say the same. But the evidence is clear. Years of neglect and abuse are obvious. Sure he puts up a good front, his hair is ok and his beard is clean, but he is dull and lacks vision. The deep scars and gouges are like cuts and holes to his very soul. Wounds that look like they will never heal. The unclear and covered words make a statement to me of, lacking faith and trust in God, covered by the filth and pain of the world. This penny is only 17 years old, but bears the pain of one much, much older. I identify with this penny in many ways… but there is good news.
Like Lincoln 94' I too aged quickly before my years and felt like the scars I bore could never heal. I covered my heart over with the filth and pain of the world, my eyes were blind to the glory and I lacked vision in so many aspects of my life. It wasn't until I placed my faith in God that the layers of grime began to fall away, the scars started to heal and I began to feel clean and whole again. It's that cleansing, revealing, showing of love and restoration of Faith that bring Grace into your soul! Threw baptism I felt Faith renewed and I had the ability to shine!
Well, the same came true for Lincoln 94'. I just gave him a bath in the sink. Threw pressing in and dedication I was able to smooth out the scars and gouges in his coat. From the washing of the water I was able to remove the grime and stains that covered his eyes. After much care and cleansing all words were evident, especially "In God We Trust". This penny went on a great journey and though we only just met, I know after today neither of us will ever be the same. This lil' guy will always be in my heart.
One, the first is dated 1964. What a time to have been born! The introduction of the Ford Mustang, Vietnam, Jeopardy(the game show) hits television, The Beatles dominate the pop charts, The Rolling Stones release their first album, James Bond is the Man in "From Russia with Love" and Malcolm X leaves the nation of Islam. What a crazy and exciting time in history! I know there was so much more happening then that I left out, but I think you get the point. What this penny must have seen and paid for. Yet, it's not worse for the wear, sure it shows signs of age but still has a brightness and clarity to it's appearance, all words are legible, especially the words "In God We Trust."
The second is from 1994 and upon first glance of it's face it keeps up a good appearance. Defined lines and detail are present. You can see the waves of Lincoln's hair and the lucidity of his face. His beard is clear and defined… still something is a miss. Deep gouges in his coat are present and hard scratches on his collar can be easily seen. Though his face is clear, his eye is tarnished green and stained from time. The words I know by Faith are there, are illegible and covered by grime.
I flipped both pennies over and revealed even more about their histories. It's amazing what we carry on our backs, the same is true for the life of a penny. Lincoln 64' is crisp and clean and aside from a few bits if tarnish in the word "United" I would have thought this penny was only but a few years old. Lincoln 94' is destroyed, cuts, scratches and deep, deep gouges are seen. Not one word is legible. Crust and grime is everywhere like a green veil hiding it's worth beneath.
This is where I began to have a revelation, God dropped in, put a few things in my head and now I'd like to share them with you. Though both pennies are 30 years apart in age, they cary the same worth and value. However, their lives have changed them and made them severely different, in appearance.
I would like to start with Lincoln 64'. This penny has aged gracefully. Every detail is clear, every word is legible and Lincoln's face is not distorted or covered in any way. This penny is 47 years of age and there is no question it has lived a full and good life thus far.
Lincoln 94'… I wish I could say the same. But the evidence is clear. Years of neglect and abuse are obvious. Sure he puts up a good front, his hair is ok and his beard is clean, but he is dull and lacks vision. The deep scars and gouges are like cuts and holes to his very soul. Wounds that look like they will never heal. The unclear and covered words make a statement to me of, lacking faith and trust in God, covered by the filth and pain of the world. This penny is only 17 years old, but bears the pain of one much, much older. I identify with this penny in many ways… but there is good news.
Like Lincoln 94' I too aged quickly before my years and felt like the scars I bore could never heal. I covered my heart over with the filth and pain of the world, my eyes were blind to the glory and I lacked vision in so many aspects of my life. It wasn't until I placed my faith in God that the layers of grime began to fall away, the scars started to heal and I began to feel clean and whole again. It's that cleansing, revealing, showing of love and restoration of Faith that bring Grace into your soul! Threw baptism I felt Faith renewed and I had the ability to shine!
Well, the same came true for Lincoln 94'. I just gave him a bath in the sink. Threw pressing in and dedication I was able to smooth out the scars and gouges in his coat. From the washing of the water I was able to remove the grime and stains that covered his eyes. After much care and cleansing all words were evident, especially "In God We Trust". This penny went on a great journey and though we only just met, I know after today neither of us will ever be the same. This lil' guy will always be in my heart.
How about letting God do the same for you?
That's my "Two Cents".
.Peace.
.Peace.
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Well, I gotta say something...
"SOMETHING!!!"
In the immortal words of Rocket J. Squirrel, "Now here's something I hope you'll really like!"
I know I do...
"Cheers!!!"
-Rob.
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