same as it ever was

Reuters Entertainment News posted a nice story about Orchestra Baobabab. [WorldBeatPlanet]

In related news (see entry below), Subpoena Defense is a new website that is a clearinghouse for information to help you understand, respond to and resist abusive ISP subpoenas from the entertainment industry.
LinkDiscuss [Boing Boing Blog]

“I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief.” [Motivational Quotes of the Day]

George Clinton turns 62 today. And he’s still funkier than almost anybody else alive. I saw the P-Funk All-Stars in DC a few years back with Craig and it was a mind-blowing show. If you’ve never heard it, it’s definitely worth your time to check out “Mothership Connection,” and “Funkentelechy vs. the Placebo Syndrome.” And […]

The Sea Captain, on why he can’t join a posse to help protect Sheriff Homer: “I’ve got a TiVo full of unwatched “Dharrrrrma and Greg.”
[Michael McCracken - Weblog]

I solved the All-star game video problem, thanks to Baseball Blogs. If you’re a Yankees fan, check out the Replacement Level Yankees Weblog. It’s worth checking out even if you aren’t a Yankees fan.

Did anyone tape the major league All-Star game Tuesday night? I tried, but blew it. If anyone taped the game and would be willing to send me a copy, please leave a comment or send an e-mail to garyy@mac.com. I can send a new tape and postage in exchange.

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It had to be on the anniversary of last year’s All-Star game. I’m worried about what may happen next year. Mark July 9 on your calendar, something strange is bound to happen.

the dangers of being a sausage [drew’s joint: a weblog / photolog]

Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Randall Simon smacked one of the Milwaukee Brewers’ sausage mascots with a bat Wednesday when the mascots were running by the dugout in between innings. The Italian sausage and another character, a hot dog, tumbled to the ground. Simon was arrested, booked, and ordered to appear in the DA’s office today. […]