October 2009
26 posts
Ken Nordine: “Strollin’ Spooks”...
Jorge Ben: “Ponta de Lanca African...
Tony Burrello: “There’s a New Sound...
If you hail from the United States or most European countries, walking in a black cat’s wake might make you quake in your boots. But if you come from the United Kingdom or Japan, seeing a black cat cross your path will likely make you grin because your luck is about to change for the better.
The direction the cat in question is traveling also counts for a lot. Leave it to the Germans to...
Affect is verb: “The songs of Liza Minnelli affected the crops.” Effect is noun: “Behold the effect Liza has on the corn!”
- among other nuggets of language wisdom from The Fake AP Stylebook
(via douglaswolk!)
“I’ve met lots of charming people in my life and Brian Eno may well be the most charming person I’ve ever met. What’s the secret of his devastating charm? It comes down to a few things. He has impeccable manners. He gives you his full, undivided attention when he speaks with you. He’s interested in everything under the sun. He has a wonderful sense of humor. Finally, and most importantly, he...
Blank Dogs: “Leaving the Light On”...
“Would You Believe It (I Have a...
The Velvet Underground: “We’re Gonna...
