Further dispelling myths about sex and chastity in the past, the Guttmacher Institute, a private New York-based think tank that studies sexual and reproductive issues and which disagrees with government-funded programs that rely primarily on abstinence-only teachings released their report Tuesday. the report shows that 9 out of 10 americans have had pre-marital sex. The reports findings even extend to the 1940's, dispelling myths about our parent's and grandparent's alleged chastity. The s...
I've been fortunate to see a lot of great artists and bands over the years. But every once in a while, you get a clunker. The following is my list for the 5 worst concerts I ever wasted money and/or time on... 1) Ozzy Osborne's Set @ Ozzfest I have been an Ozzy fan since I was a kid. But unfortunately, the years have not been kind to the Ozzinator as far as his ability to perform go. This year, a friend blessed me with 2 pit passes to Ozzfest. We had a great day. Many of the newer ban...
At first, it may seem kind of noble. Donald Trump recently learned that his Miss USA winner, Tara Conner was living the fast life in New York City. Miss Conner was spotted "smooching" the Miss Teen USA pagent winner, had reportedly been drinking underage and allegedly tested positive, once, for cocaine. The 1st charge is kind of hot by many american male's (and some female) standards, the 2nd is something that most normal teens experience and the 3rd, while serious, isn't backed by any long t...
In 1979, I saw my 1st concert. I was 12 years old and got a ride (unknown to my parents) to go see Fleetwood Mac. It was great. From there, I have had the opportunity to see hundreds, if not thousands of different live bands, if you include the bars and clubs. Where every concert is different and sometimes it may be an "apples to oranges" comparison, here is my choices as the best 10 concerts I ever saw. 1) The Grateful Dead I have seen The Dead and thier various solo projects around 10...
In 1969, 2 bands emerged out of Britain that would change the face of music forever. Critics and fans argue over "who was the 1st" metal band, but the 2 most common names mentioned are Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin. Both bands have been credited with being the "1st metal band" and like the style, both bands are as different from one another like the style itself is so much more diverse than one would think at 1st glance. Black Sabbath came out of the working class part of England. A youn...
In my 1st installment of my musical series, we looked at the history and future of hip hop. today, I am going to talk about another genre that draws almost as much controversy, in a very different way, Country music. It seems that out of all the genres, when you ask someone what kind of music they listen to, the most common answers usually exclude either rap or country. they are 2 very different musical styles, but both are based around the telling of stories from within a certain culture. Wh...
People often argue about who was the 1st rapper or 1st rap song. Most people will acknowledge the Sugar Hill Gang's "Rapper's Delight" as the song that put rap music, which would eventually evolve into what we today call "hip-hop" on the map. Of course, other arguments can be made, and some even go back to guys like Lou Reed, who's "Walk On the Wild Side" is essentially a rap before it's time. Other's have done rythmic "spoken word" songs, but the Sugar Hill Gang and other pioneers like Grand...
In the following series, I am going to talk about various genres of music. But 1st, let me provide some backround on myself to explain where my perspectives come from. I have been an active musician since childhood. My parents have pictures of me as a toddler turning anything i could find into a guitar or drum set. When i was around 9 or 10, I began takig guitar lessons. At age 11, I gave my 1st public performance. I also began to do some local theater at this age and stayed active in it...
If you want to hear someone really handle a telemarketer, check the link. It is HILARIOUS! Enjoy! Link
If you want to hear someone really handle a telemarketer, check the link. It is HILARIOUS! Enjoy! Link
It seems everyone these days likes to build up the idea in their own head that they are a "good american." Humans have long had the ability to rationalize and justify their own behavior, but these days, it seems particularly en vogue. the most common way to rationalize one's own greatness is to point out others badness. For example, People who are card carrying NRA members point to their uncompromising position that they can own any firearm they want no matter what the government has to ...
The White House won't admit it, but it is a civil war in Iraq. Despite the administration's rhetoric and whining about everybody but them being "politically motivated and biased" the facts are now clear. the Iraq War meets the technical definition of Civil War. And there is no denying it at this point. How is Civil War defined? Well, if you look it up, it is a noun and defined as "a war between opposing groups of citizens of the same country." And Iraq certainly qualifies as that. The Whi...
The 1st commandment of the Lord reads that we shall not worship any false gods in place or in leiu of Him. The Catholic Church, who claims to be the true church, mostly based on a loose interpretation of a vague phrase, blatnatly defies the Lord's commandment. They defy the Lord when they openly worhip and pray to Jesus's mother, Mary and the folks whom the corrupt college of cardinals deem to be a "saint." They try to justify it thru dogmatic decrees and writings to their naive and manip...
If I tried to write an article on this subject, i'd only end up plagarizing Keith, so i'll just let his words stand... OLBERMANN: And now as promised the special comment about the president‘s visit to Vietnam. It is a shame and it is embarrassing to us all when President Bush travels 8,000 miles only to wind up avoiding reality again. And it is pathetic to hear the leader of the free world talk so unrealistically about Vietnam, when it was he who permitted the Swift Boating of not one...
The 1st commandment of the Lord reads that we shall not worship any false gods in place or in leiu of Him. The Catholic Church, who claims to be the true church, mostly based on a loose interpretation of a vague phrase, blatnatly defies the Lord's commandment. They defy the Lord when they openly worhip and pray to Jesus's mother, Mary and the folks whom the corrupt college of cardinals deem to be a "saint." They try to justify it thru dogmatic decrees and writings to their naive and manipula...