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  1. Yes, but that does not make it proper. Everyone knows what "LOL" means. Is it now part of the lexicon? I can guarantee you that one will get further in life by effectively communicating in a cogent manner. Opening up a cover letter, for instance, with "Hey Yo, I googled your company and...." will get you nowhere 100 out of 100 times. Please, everybody stop the bullshit. I would imagine that 'Dear Sir, I learned about your company from an internet search utilizing Google" would merit the same response. You are arguing the spoken vernacular should not be substituted for 'proper' written English. OK, fine. But that hardly negates the development of new words as essential for effective communication in a quickly changing and complex society. I can't imagine anyone at this point opposing the verb google.
  2. Now that I am an old man at 30 its hard for me to see the screen, and of course arthritis makes it hard to type. Sometimes I have my day nurse read threads to me though. Thanks for the wishes y'all.
  3. Thanks again y'all! Haven't been around these parts much. I need to rectify that. And Darko still has a chance.
  4. Agreed on best since Black Stars. A simply breathtaking record with some incredible interplay.
  5. Ive done it a few times already, but I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions. I teach US History at a magnet school for arts (musicians, writers, visual arts, dance) and Im getting to about the jazz age again. Preferably we'd spend a month straight on the importance of jazz, but I suppose I should cover WWII and Vietnam eventually too. I usually show videos of Louis and Duke, and listen to a bit of pre-jazz pop music fluff. I focus on swing, improvisation, and, most importantly, African-Americans use of art to hold on to their humanity during the Jim Crow era. Especially easy to do with the celebratory nature of Louis' music. Anything else that you might think is a good idea? Any other teachers who have done this? P.S. Darko still has a shot with the Wolves. Gonna be his year, I swear.
  6. Loving most of the stereo stuff so far. Kinda surprised how muffled the mono stuff sounds, though. Its been a fun weekend.
  7. Loving most of the stereo stuff so far. Kinda surprised how muffled the mono stuff sounds, though. Its been a fun weekend.
  8. Because its his only chance to be on a good record!
  9. Think of how many Monk, Coltrane, Diz, and Bird records we've all heard. Still, those Town Hall and Carnegie Hall records were spectacular, and still quite revelatory. Would love to hear Trane and Wes, but I seriously doubt it exists.
  10. While watching it the other night: Me: Wynton is the most famous "jazz musician" on earth. Music, but not jazz, inclined lady friend: He sure acts like it. Smart girl.
  11. Why did they ask a non-musician about this? He completely misses the point though, as usual. (And yes, I know its supposed to be satire/sarcastic)
  12. So what is your first keg gonna be? I think a kegerator would be pretty dangerous at my place, but i'm gonna get one eventually anyways.
  13. Stons up ten. No way they keep up this style of play. It would be nice though.
  14. C-webb is easily a hall of famer. Those numbers are ridicuous, and dont forget college career counts. he had two fantastic season at michigan.
  15. Stons are dominating. Their bench looks massively improved, with Maxiell improving, Stuckey proving to be very good, and Aflalo and Hayes doing well enough. The starters are getting rest too. I figure the Celtics will be fully worn out by the ECF, so the Pistons have a good chance at losing in 5 games in the finals.
  16. Why convert the mp3 files to AAC? Doesn't ipod handle mp3? yeah but the bigger files sound better! Um, no they don't. Not when converted from smaller files. You can not regain that lost information, in fact you are just losing more information.
  17. Me too, but I take what I can get. I kind of like the lack of liner notes for awhile, makes me focus on just the music. Plus, all the track info is available online.
  18. Thanks to the lovely internets, im giving this a spin right now. 'Minnie' really is a weird one, very much a discoish tune. Im familiar with most of the previously released material. The unedited stuff is great. I'd imagine it will take a while to sink in. Of course, I have loved all electric (up to 75) Miles, so this is no different. Im digging the subdued vibe of Peace/Mr. Foster. Definitely not an 'On the Corner' feel, but fairly revelatory compared to most (all?) other Miles from that period.
  19. is the website working for you guys? I keep getting a 'problem loading page', but ONLY on emusic.
  20. Lions open with the longest winning streak they have had in years!
  21. I have spent countless hours with various Penguin Jazz Guides. They were an invaluable resource as I learned (and continued to learn) about jazz. RIP.
  22. My two faves: "If Turtles are Outlawed then only Outlaws Will Have Turtles" "I Found Jesus; He is in my trunk."
  23. Almost certainly the best headphones for the money. The pads can be a bit abrasive on the ears, and the sound can be a bit aggressive. They will certainly be a world of difference from 202 in a very good way.
  24. Fight Club has a great commentary track with Ed Norton waxing philosophic about the film with Brad Pitt just making jokes. Entertaining and informative! Mel Brooks commentary tracks are almost universally awful. He just sits and laughs along with the movie. I need to go back and listen to some others, its been a few years since I made it a priority to listen to them.
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