Woo to direct Clancy's 'Rainbow'
This is great, as Rainbow Six is one of my favorite Clancy books. Now if we can just get "Debt of Honor" and "Executive Orders" done, all would be right in the world
Thursday, June 03, 2004
Saturday, May 29, 2004
More Random Stuff
Not excatly Public enemy any more, but it's been good going lately.
-Nice to see the Willie Top 40 make a return at Willie's Blog. I noticed Jay-Z's 99 problems is on it. There is some stuff I don't know, but check it out. The link is on the list.
-Over at Jessica's Blog, I noticed that she is not a big fan of Vin Diesel. While I'm not his biggest fan, and I don't know his preference of Ladies, He has had one movie that I have enjoyed, A Man Apart. I will admit that The Chronicles Of Riddick looks like absolute dogshit.
-I just finished watching "Cheating Death, Stealing Life: The Eddie Guerrero Story". It's a fery powerful story, that shows that Eddie has lived through it all, having lost his Family, Money and Career in a haze of Drugs and Alcohol. For a guy that always seemed to be able to turn it on in when the Red light comes on, it hard to believe it was a guy that was going through his personal hell. I hope that he is enjoying his success, he deserves it. If you can find it at from your local download dealer, it's worth a watch (or wait till it's released on DVD, The extra matches should be Great)
-New timekiller: Zuma
-While I'm happy for the Calgary Flames and hope to see them win the cup, I think it's a little early to call them "Canada's team"
-I hope that this Aliant strike will end soon, but it's not looking good. The worst part is when they finally get back, it's still going to be a month before things get back to normal. Maybe stories like this will get Aliant back to the table.
-One Hit wonder:Big and Rich- Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy
-Nice to see the Willie Top 40 make a return at Willie's Blog. I noticed Jay-Z's 99 problems is on it. There is some stuff I don't know, but check it out. The link is on the list.
-Over at Jessica's Blog, I noticed that she is not a big fan of Vin Diesel. While I'm not his biggest fan, and I don't know his preference of Ladies, He has had one movie that I have enjoyed, A Man Apart. I will admit that The Chronicles Of Riddick looks like absolute dogshit.
-I just finished watching "Cheating Death, Stealing Life: The Eddie Guerrero Story". It's a fery powerful story, that shows that Eddie has lived through it all, having lost his Family, Money and Career in a haze of Drugs and Alcohol. For a guy that always seemed to be able to turn it on in when the Red light comes on, it hard to believe it was a guy that was going through his personal hell. I hope that he is enjoying his success, he deserves it. If you can find it at from your local download dealer, it's worth a watch (or wait till it's released on DVD, The extra matches should be Great)
-New timekiller: Zuma
-While I'm happy for the Calgary Flames and hope to see them win the cup, I think it's a little early to call them "Canada's team"
-I hope that this Aliant strike will end soon, but it's not looking good. The worst part is when they finally get back, it's still going to be a month before things get back to normal. Maybe stories like this will get Aliant back to the table.
-One Hit wonder:Big and Rich- Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy
Sunday, May 23, 2004
Owen
Owen
It's hard to believe it, but it has been 5 years since we lost Owen Hart.
I remember watching the scramblevision of the "Over the edge" but not really intently, as I was flipping back and forth between that and "The Jesse Ventura story" on NBC. I knew something had "happened" but didn't know the real story until the Newsbreak that the NBC station broke in with.
I really don't know what to say. I just thought I'd mention it
It's hard to believe it, but it has been 5 years since we lost Owen Hart.
I remember watching the scramblevision of the "Over the edge" but not really intently, as I was flipping back and forth between that and "The Jesse Ventura story" on NBC. I knew something had "happened" but didn't know the real story until the Newsbreak that the NBC station broke in with.
I really don't know what to say. I just thought I'd mention it
Friday, May 21, 2004
Public Enemy #1 and other things
Well, It was an interesting day at work. One of my calls this morning was from a guy that asked me to speak up and when I did, apparently thought that I was being rude to him. There's a couple things that was brought up that I can't talk about here because they are work related, but the bottom line is that I ended up with a long weekend because I wouldn't call him back and apologize for apparently offending him.
I was told that I did nothing wrong as far as the supervisors could tell, but if I didn't call him back, I would be suspended till Tuesday. I once again stated that I did nothing wrong and took the weekend.
I'm not angry, relieved is more of it, just for the fact that I got a few days off and while the cash is good, it's not worth it to say I did something wrong when I did not. I'm wrong enough that I don't have to take the heat for things I'm not wrong about.
I'm mostly disappointed that after two years, that I wouldn't have the support of the people there to back me up. I guess that's what happens when you piss off "The Clique". I made the mistake of actually standing up for myself and we can't have that, so let's knock him down a few pegs. If anyone from there is reading this,
remember, Karma's a bitch, and I'll sleep well tonight. I'll even get a chance to sleep in on Saturday.
--Just finished the second season of the West Wing last night and If there is a better drama on television, I don't know what it is. The worse part is it's going to be at least 8 months before Season 3 comes out. I've said it before but I think that the best hour on television was/is the season end episode Two
Cathedrals. When Martin Sheen (playing President Bartlett) starts "ranting" at God in Latin, it can send a chill down your spine.
--Speaking about chills, This past Monday night on RAW, when The Rock's music hit, it was obvious that it was going to be a moment. Him and Eugene made for a "Must-see TV" moment, even if you are not a wrestling fan. The WWE needs to keep Rock under contract no matter what the cost. In 15 minutes, He made Nick "Eugene" Dinsmore a star.
--I've got judgment Day downloaded but I haven't watched a lot of it yet. Looks like I got some time this weekend, so I'll take care of it. I'm not looking forward to it, but I'll at least watch John Cena, Mordacai and the main event.
--I upgraded my internet yesterday as well to a 5mbit connection. It pretty much doubled my speed.Before and After. It seems to working great, let's hope it stays that way.
I was told that I did nothing wrong as far as the supervisors could tell, but if I didn't call him back, I would be suspended till Tuesday. I once again stated that I did nothing wrong and took the weekend.
I'm not angry, relieved is more of it, just for the fact that I got a few days off and while the cash is good, it's not worth it to say I did something wrong when I did not. I'm wrong enough that I don't have to take the heat for things I'm not wrong about.
I'm mostly disappointed that after two years, that I wouldn't have the support of the people there to back me up. I guess that's what happens when you piss off "The Clique". I made the mistake of actually standing up for myself and we can't have that, so let's knock him down a few pegs. If anyone from there is reading this,
remember, Karma's a bitch, and I'll sleep well tonight. I'll even get a chance to sleep in on Saturday.
--Just finished the second season of the West Wing last night and If there is a better drama on television, I don't know what it is. The worse part is it's going to be at least 8 months before Season 3 comes out. I've said it before but I think that the best hour on television was/is the season end episode Two
Cathedrals. When Martin Sheen (playing President Bartlett) starts "ranting" at God in Latin, it can send a chill down your spine.
--Speaking about chills, This past Monday night on RAW, when The Rock's music hit, it was obvious that it was going to be a moment. Him and Eugene made for a "Must-see TV" moment, even if you are not a wrestling fan. The WWE needs to keep Rock under contract no matter what the cost. In 15 minutes, He made Nick "Eugene" Dinsmore a star.
--I've got judgment Day downloaded but I haven't watched a lot of it yet. Looks like I got some time this weekend, so I'll take care of it. I'm not looking forward to it, but I'll at least watch John Cena, Mordacai and the main event.
--I upgraded my internet yesterday as well to a 5mbit connection. It pretty much doubled my speed.Before and After. It seems to working great, let's hope it stays that way.
Tuesday, May 18, 2004
E-mail survey
I saw this at Jessica's Blog and thought I'd steal it.
1. What is your name? Chris
2. What time did you go to bed last night and wake this am? Bed at 10pm and woke up at 5am
3. What did you do last night? see previous post :)
4. What did you do today? Worked, came home and watched some of the second season of The West Wing
5. Fave day of the week, fave month? Friday and December
6. Fave alcoholic beverage, and non alcoholic beverage? beer and Pepsi
7. Fave type of music/artist? I like almost everything, but my "Fave" artest would have to be my boys in Great Big Sea
8. Fave colour? any combination of Red and Black
9. Fave snacks? popcorn
10. Morning or night person? Morning
11. What are you listening to right now? Jay z - 99 Problems
12. Do you have any tattoos or piercings? I already have enough holes in my head, I don't need to add more
13. Who was the last person you talked to on the phone? Someone in newfoundland who had a problem getting their e-mail
14. Do you believe in love at first sight? I didn't used to but..sometimes I wonder
15. Who did you last receive e-mail from? John-a-tan
16. Last time you cried? a fall sunday morning, 3 years ago
17. Ford or Chevy? does it get me from point a to point b? then who cares
18. Fave TV show? The West Wing
19. Do you wish upon the stars? No
20. How often do you read a book? I go through 3-4 a week most weeks
21. Who inspires you? People who give so much of themselves, almost to the detrement of their own self-image
1. What is your name? Chris
2. What time did you go to bed last night and wake this am? Bed at 10pm and woke up at 5am
3. What did you do last night? see previous post :)
4. What did you do today? Worked, came home and watched some of the second season of The West Wing
5. Fave day of the week, fave month? Friday and December
6. Fave alcoholic beverage, and non alcoholic beverage? beer and Pepsi
7. Fave type of music/artist? I like almost everything, but my "Fave" artest would have to be my boys in Great Big Sea
8. Fave colour? any combination of Red and Black
9. Fave snacks? popcorn
10. Morning or night person? Morning
11. What are you listening to right now? Jay z - 99 Problems
12. Do you have any tattoos or piercings? I already have enough holes in my head, I don't need to add more
13. Who was the last person you talked to on the phone? Someone in newfoundland who had a problem getting their e-mail
14. Do you believe in love at first sight? I didn't used to but..sometimes I wonder
15. Who did you last receive e-mail from? John-a-tan
16. Last time you cried? a fall sunday morning, 3 years ago
17. Ford or Chevy? does it get me from point a to point b? then who cares
18. Fave TV show? The West Wing
19. Do you wish upon the stars? No
20. How often do you read a book? I go through 3-4 a week most weeks
21. Who inspires you? People who give so much of themselves, almost to the detrement of their own self-image
A maybe not so popular view
So 2499 of my closest friends and I spent the evening at the exhibition building last night. I don't think the building knew what to do, as 2500 people haven't seen the ex buildings in years, even during the ex.
All (or at least most) jokes aside, I went to a meeting to show my disapproval with the current rumors of bed cuts and loss of regional status for our 8-year old hospital >check it out here. I must say that I was impressed with the turnout, as usually the fact that people from Newcastle and Chatham would agree on anything more serious then if the sun will rise in the morning. The only thing people on the river will agree on more then their dislike for the other side is the fact that they are tired of getting screwed by the people in Fredericton.
It came to me as I was eating supper and reading the paper. We've lost St Thomas University, CFB Chatham, 2 Nursing programs and the very idenity of our own areas in amalgamation. It seems that when anything needs to be cut by the governments, it always Miramichi that gets looked at first. Then when it's time for the jobs to come back, they go to Moncton, Saint John or Fredericton because Miramichiers are nothing but fat, EI-cheating people who don't want to work anyway.
That seems to be the attitude of some of the elected officials from other parts of the province. Hell, one even spoke of it in the Legislature. It's ok to screw around Miramichi, they'll just sit there and take it anyway. I think that last night's rally showed that we will not be screwed around with anymore.
I think that the attitude comes from our old friend, Language. Miramichi is one of the few places in the province that English and French live together in something that could almost be considered harmony. To boil it down, Miramichi is too English for Moncton and too French for Fredericton.
At last official count 8 buses will be heading to the capital tomorrow morning, along with hundreds of people in their own cars (just for a second forgetting about the $1 a liter gas prices) to voice their displeasure with the trial balloon that the Lord
government sent up to see the public response. I think that they have seen the response...and I'm not sure that they like it.
You have a response...Leave a comment or use the tag-board
All (or at least most) jokes aside, I went to a meeting to show my disapproval with the current rumors of bed cuts and loss of regional status for our 8-year old hospital >check it out here. I must say that I was impressed with the turnout, as usually the fact that people from Newcastle and Chatham would agree on anything more serious then if the sun will rise in the morning. The only thing people on the river will agree on more then their dislike for the other side is the fact that they are tired of getting screwed by the people in Fredericton.
It came to me as I was eating supper and reading the paper. We've lost St Thomas University, CFB Chatham, 2 Nursing programs and the very idenity of our own areas in amalgamation. It seems that when anything needs to be cut by the governments, it always Miramichi that gets looked at first. Then when it's time for the jobs to come back, they go to Moncton, Saint John or Fredericton because Miramichiers are nothing but fat, EI-cheating people who don't want to work anyway.
That seems to be the attitude of some of the elected officials from other parts of the province. Hell, one even spoke of it in the Legislature. It's ok to screw around Miramichi, they'll just sit there and take it anyway. I think that last night's rally showed that we will not be screwed around with anymore.
I think that the attitude comes from our old friend, Language. Miramichi is one of the few places in the province that English and French live together in something that could almost be considered harmony. To boil it down, Miramichi is too English for Moncton and too French for Fredericton.
At last official count 8 buses will be heading to the capital tomorrow morning, along with hundreds of people in their own cars (just for a second forgetting about the $1 a liter gas prices) to voice their displeasure with the trial balloon that the Lord
government sent up to see the public response. I think that they have seen the response...and I'm not sure that they like it.
You have a response...Leave a comment or use the tag-board
Sunday, May 16, 2004
Sunday, May 09, 2004
Well, Look what I see
Apparently, Blogger has done a major update, and may I say that I like it. One of the new features is comments is now supported in an easy fashion. Hopefully it will be working with this post. So now Jessica, I have no reason to move to Lj :)
Saturday, May 08, 2004
Weekend update
It's been a beautiful week, sunshine wise. It's too bad that the wind is too cold. The impossible even happened at work a couple of days ago, I got cold. It was amazing to the people around me. If the wind would just go down, it would be great.
-So I did something else I said I wouldn't do, I got myself a webcam. I don't know what I'm going to do with it, bit I got it and it's all set up on the pc.
-Went to M&M meat shop in Douglastown on Thursday night to look around. OH MY GOD!! This is the store of my future cardiologist's dreams. All for a decent price. I highly recommend their bacon wrapped Filet Mignon, leave it on the BBQ for about 20 minutes over warm coals ( for medium well, how I like my steak) and it will change your life. Take that, Mad Cow Disease.
-Speaking of BBQ, Word has come down that the world famous Willie Pub Crawl, has been put down for a year as there is a BBQ going to go down in the 'chi. I look forward to having, maybe 1 or 2, maybe a few more beers in celebration of the day that it was brought to the earth, and things have never been the same again. I'm sure that more details will be made available on Willie's Blog, so be sure to take a look if you are so inclined
-As most of you know, I am a big fan of the TechTV network, trying not to miss an episode of the flagship shows "The Screen Savers" and "Call for Help". So it was with great sadness that I came across this story.
Comcast is going to be combining TechTV with it's G4 Gaming network, but it seems that they are not interested with doing it with the TechTV staff. Some of the younger hosts may make their way to the new network, but it looks like my favorites, Leo Laporte and Patrick Norton won't be making the move. It's too bad, as why I enjoy Kevin, Sarah, Jessica and most of the other crew over there, they just don't seem to have the combination of tech knowledge and TV smarts that Leo and Pat have. Hopefully, G4 will prove me wrong and bring these guys back but I'm not holding my breath
-So I did something else I said I wouldn't do, I got myself a webcam. I don't know what I'm going to do with it, bit I got it and it's all set up on the pc.
-Went to M&M meat shop in Douglastown on Thursday night to look around. OH MY GOD!! This is the store of my future cardiologist's dreams. All for a decent price. I highly recommend their bacon wrapped Filet Mignon, leave it on the BBQ for about 20 minutes over warm coals ( for medium well, how I like my steak) and it will change your life. Take that, Mad Cow Disease.
-Speaking of BBQ, Word has come down that the world famous Willie Pub Crawl, has been put down for a year as there is a BBQ going to go down in the 'chi. I look forward to having, maybe 1 or 2, maybe a few more beers in celebration of the day that it was brought to the earth, and things have never been the same again. I'm sure that more details will be made available on Willie's Blog, so be sure to take a look if you are so inclined
-As most of you know, I am a big fan of the TechTV network, trying not to miss an episode of the flagship shows "The Screen Savers" and "Call for Help". So it was with great sadness that I came across this story.
Comcast is going to be combining TechTV with it's G4 Gaming network, but it seems that they are not interested with doing it with the TechTV staff. Some of the younger hosts may make their way to the new network, but it looks like my favorites, Leo Laporte and Patrick Norton won't be making the move. It's too bad, as why I enjoy Kevin, Sarah, Jessica and most of the other crew over there, they just don't seem to have the combination of tech knowledge and TV smarts that Leo and Pat have. Hopefully, G4 will prove me wrong and bring these guys back but I'm not holding my breath
Wednesday, May 05, 2004
Tuesday, April 27, 2004
And another thing
SO it's been an interesting few days at work as we are the only department in Aliant that is working at anything close to 100% as the rest of the company has decided that it would be a good time to go on strike. In their place we get these idiots that may or may not be managers talking about "All we can do is take the information and call them back" BULLSHIT, what you do is screw things up long enough that you piss people off then transfer them to me so that they scream at my 10.40/hour making ass while the guy that should be taking this crap is sitting on the picket line becouse he dosn't think that $20/h is enough. Do my job which is harder, for half the money, see how you like it.
Noticing today that if you are on Aliant high speed and using anything other then Outlook Express/Internet Explorer 6, then you are shit out of luck, which also means that they have dropped support for win 95. Hopefully, we'll do that on the dial up side soon.
--Did something I didn't think I'd ever do again yesterday. I actually paid for software, as I purchased the pro version of Trillian. It's got some nice plugin's and is really worth every penny.
--I'm falling out with some people again. Although we say it won't, it happens more and more often these days
--featured songs: Great Big Sea- Helmethead and Arrogent Worms- The assumption song
Noticing today that if you are on Aliant high speed and using anything other then Outlook Express/Internet Explorer 6, then you are shit out of luck, which also means that they have dropped support for win 95. Hopefully, we'll do that on the dial up side soon.
--Did something I didn't think I'd ever do again yesterday. I actually paid for software, as I purchased the pro version of Trillian. It's got some nice plugin's and is really worth every penny.
--I'm falling out with some people again. Although we say it won't, it happens more and more often these days
--featured songs: Great Big Sea- Helmethead and Arrogent Worms- The assumption song
Sunday, April 25, 2004
Tuesday, April 20, 2004
G-mail and Other Stuff
Welcome to Gmail
SO as I decide to log in to make some changes to the look of this thing..I notice that I have a different option, an option to sign up as a beta tester for Google's new E-mail program, G-mail. 1GB of storage!! No need to delete anything, I'm going to try it for a while, see what it's like. It's not out to the general public yet, but you can get more info on it at the link.
-The People have spoken as the gang down at Tech TV has come to it's senses and come to a contract with Leo Laporte for Call for Help. It goes to show that a group of fans can make a differnece if they talk long enough. NOw as long as we keep Tech TV in the merger with G4.
-GO HABS GO!!! I was flipping between the game and RAW last night because I got nervous everytime the Bruins came down the ice, but it's nice to see the Canadians in the 2nd Round. Now if we can just get rid of the Leafs, the playoffs will be a success.
-I downloaded a movie that came down as a bunch of .rar files. When I went to extract them, it was a .bin and a .cue file. Now, Nero won't find the .bin files. Can you help? leave a message on the tag board.
-Fav song right now: Seether Feat/ Amy Lee- Broken (from The Punisher Soundtrack)
Other stuff LAter
SO as I decide to log in to make some changes to the look of this thing..I notice that I have a different option, an option to sign up as a beta tester for Google's new E-mail program, G-mail. 1GB of storage!! No need to delete anything, I'm going to try it for a while, see what it's like. It's not out to the general public yet, but you can get more info on it at the link.
-The People have spoken as the gang down at Tech TV has come to it's senses and come to a contract with Leo Laporte for Call for Help. It goes to show that a group of fans can make a differnece if they talk long enough. NOw as long as we keep Tech TV in the merger with G4.
-GO HABS GO!!! I was flipping between the game and RAW last night because I got nervous everytime the Bruins came down the ice, but it's nice to see the Canadians in the 2nd Round. Now if we can just get rid of the Leafs, the playoffs will be a success.
-I downloaded a movie that came down as a bunch of .rar files. When I went to extract them, it was a .bin and a .cue file. Now, Nero won't find the .bin files. Can you help? leave a message on the tag board.
-Fav song right now: Seether Feat/ Amy Lee- Broken (from The Punisher Soundtrack)
Other stuff LAter
Tuesday, April 13, 2004
View On Backlash
I have just finished watching something that has put my faith back in the WWE.
I just finished watching the 8-man tag main event from RAW. As a wrestling fan since Wrestlemania 3, that match is one of the few that has brought me out of my seat. I will say that i spent the last 2-4 minutes standing in my living room
It was a match that I want to show people when they ask me why I am a wrestling fan. That match had the past (Flair, Foley, Michaels), the present (Benoit, Triple H) and The future (Benjamin, Orton and yes, Batista, who can be great as a silent monster). It's the closet to 5*'s that I can say that I have had the pleasure of watching.
When it comes to Backlash, I can not wait for this show. Benjamin Vs Flair is the classic passing of the torch match. Flair seems to have gotten his 16 wind, just as everyone was counting him out again. As for Shelton, I see this guy and see dollar bills. I guarantee ,He will be a world champion in the next 2 years.
With Foley vs Orton, Randy has the chance to make his hardcore bones, to pay a whole bunch of dues in one night. To survive a hardcore match with Cactus Jack is something that can make you a superstar overnight. Randy Orton is one of those guys that piss a lot of people off, as he's got a lot too soon. This match can prove why.
As for The Final encounter, We have Triple H, who politics aside, when he is motivated can be one of the best guys to ever step in that ring. Shawn Michaels is out to prove that he still deserves part of the spotlight. and throw in Chris Benoit, trying to prove his championship is his for the long haul. A pressured Benoit + a motivated Hunter + a rejuvinated HBK = a match of the year candidate.
These are reasons why I am a wrestling fan.
I just finished watching the 8-man tag main event from RAW. As a wrestling fan since Wrestlemania 3, that match is one of the few that has brought me out of my seat. I will say that i spent the last 2-4 minutes standing in my living room
It was a match that I want to show people when they ask me why I am a wrestling fan. That match had the past (Flair, Foley, Michaels), the present (Benoit, Triple H) and The future (Benjamin, Orton and yes, Batista, who can be great as a silent monster). It's the closet to 5*'s that I can say that I have had the pleasure of watching.
When it comes to Backlash, I can not wait for this show. Benjamin Vs Flair is the classic passing of the torch match. Flair seems to have gotten his 16 wind, just as everyone was counting him out again. As for Shelton, I see this guy and see dollar bills. I guarantee ,He will be a world champion in the next 2 years.
With Foley vs Orton, Randy has the chance to make his hardcore bones, to pay a whole bunch of dues in one night. To survive a hardcore match with Cactus Jack is something that can make you a superstar overnight. Randy Orton is one of those guys that piss a lot of people off, as he's got a lot too soon. This match can prove why.
As for The Final encounter, We have Triple H, who politics aside, when he is motivated can be one of the best guys to ever step in that ring. Shawn Michaels is out to prove that he still deserves part of the spotlight. and throw in Chris Benoit, trying to prove his championship is his for the long haul. A pressured Benoit + a motivated Hunter + a rejuvinated HBK = a match of the year candidate.
These are reasons why I am a wrestling fan.
Sunday, April 11, 2004
Saturday, April 10, 2004
Tech Tv loses a great Host
The Laporte Report: End of Line
I started watching Tech Tv when I got my dish about 3 years ago and one of the first people that I saw was Leo Laporte on The Screen Savers. I was disappointed when he left that show but knew that I could still see him on Call for Help.
Imagine my surprise this evening when I check out the website and realize that he has left the channel totally. Back when I was even less computer savvy, Leo made me want to learn more, as he didn't talk over my head, in as much real english as was possible.
I'm sorry to see him go, while I understand why he did. I can only hope that the new owners of Tech TV, Comcast, will look to this knowledgeable man as they begin merging G4, a video game channel not available in Canada, with Tech TV.
LAter,
Dok
I started watching Tech Tv when I got my dish about 3 years ago and one of the first people that I saw was Leo Laporte on The Screen Savers. I was disappointed when he left that show but knew that I could still see him on Call for Help.
Imagine my surprise this evening when I check out the website and realize that he has left the channel totally. Back when I was even less computer savvy, Leo made me want to learn more, as he didn't talk over my head, in as much real english as was possible.
I'm sorry to see him go, while I understand why he did. I can only hope that the new owners of Tech TV, Comcast, will look to this knowledgeable man as they begin merging G4, a video game channel not available in Canada, with Tech TV.
LAter,
Dok
Another addition
I've come to a conclusion..any one who does not use Java is screwed on this website :)
I've added a tag board, It's a little different then the guestbook. Feel free to use it, just to leave a quick message...
Later,
Dok
I've added a tag board, It's a little different then the guestbook. Feel free to use it, just to leave a quick message...
Later,
Dok
A response to PV
Willie's Lo-Fi Emporium
So, I guess we can go back to one of my favorite pass times. Talking Music with Willie. Be sure to read the latest PV at his blog to get the gist of what I'm talking about..Don't worry, I'll wait.
Everyone back...Great.
I don't think music is turning in to the Jr High dance. I think that pop music was always that way. There has always been singers that are too young to get into the bars that their music is played at. Elvis Presley got his first gold record at 21 and what age was Michael Jackson when he started with the Jackson 5? Bobby Brown was a star with both "New Edition" and a solo artist before his 20th birthday.
When it comes to all the Disney stars that get recording contracts, I see that as just good business for the company. Hillary Duff and Lindsey Lohen have both released their singles for "Hollywood Records" which is owned by Disney, who also owns ABCFamily, The Disney Channel, ABC, Touchstone Pictures, Live with Regis and Kelly and maybe you and I. They put out these albums because the kids that watch "Lizzie Mcguire" (Well, their mostly kids) and go to the move "Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen" (No, I didn't know it off the top of my head, I looked it up) will go buy these albums, along with the posters, lunchboxes, special edition Ford Explorers and "my first contraceptive" kits just because it has the face of Hillary on it. Hell, She's even selling her "Stuff" at Zellars.
The whole Muchmusic thing is kind of weird to me too. Willie, I don't know how to tell you this, but when it comes to the programmers of Muchmusic, we're old. At the very most, they are looking for people under the age of 25 and we're not under the age of 25. They are looking for the teenagers who have the OBSCENE amounts of money to spend on every little nicknack that they can find. So it makes sense to play what those people want, not necessarily what we'd like to hear.
When it comes to Talent, I think we can all agree it's subjective. I enjoy Avril's last album, although I'm not all that excited about the new album. Hillary was good for a couple of singles, but the album was terrible. Same with Fefe, who latest single "Everything" is the best song on the album, which earns the "Dok Dogshit" award. I don't think I've heard Lohan's yet, so I'll wait to pass judgment.
I think Christina is still popular because she still has the chops to back up the hype. The album "Stripped" had a couple of songs that I think showed that, Beautiful and The Voice Within. Not to mention, Michelle Branch, who has had 2 great albums "The Spirit Room" and "Hotel Paper" as well as Vanessa Carleton, who is working on a new album.
All is not lost, Mr. Williston. The pop music industry will go on for many years to come. I heard George Strombopoulous (I think I'm close) say that The Backstreet Boys are back in studio working on their next album.
Oh yeah, I can't believe you missed the Disney Teen star that doesn't have a record deal. Christy Carlson Romano, The voice of Kim Possible
LAter,
Dok
So, I guess we can go back to one of my favorite pass times. Talking Music with Willie. Be sure to read the latest PV at his blog to get the gist of what I'm talking about..Don't worry, I'll wait.
Everyone back...Great.
I don't think music is turning in to the Jr High dance. I think that pop music was always that way. There has always been singers that are too young to get into the bars that their music is played at. Elvis Presley got his first gold record at 21 and what age was Michael Jackson when he started with the Jackson 5? Bobby Brown was a star with both "New Edition" and a solo artist before his 20th birthday.
When it comes to all the Disney stars that get recording contracts, I see that as just good business for the company. Hillary Duff and Lindsey Lohen have both released their singles for "Hollywood Records" which is owned by Disney, who also owns ABCFamily, The Disney Channel, ABC, Touchstone Pictures, Live with Regis and Kelly and maybe you and I. They put out these albums because the kids that watch "Lizzie Mcguire" (Well, their mostly kids) and go to the move "Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen" (No, I didn't know it off the top of my head, I looked it up) will go buy these albums, along with the posters, lunchboxes, special edition Ford Explorers and "my first contraceptive" kits just because it has the face of Hillary on it. Hell, She's even selling her "Stuff" at Zellars.
The whole Muchmusic thing is kind of weird to me too. Willie, I don't know how to tell you this, but when it comes to the programmers of Muchmusic, we're old. At the very most, they are looking for people under the age of 25 and we're not under the age of 25. They are looking for the teenagers who have the OBSCENE amounts of money to spend on every little nicknack that they can find. So it makes sense to play what those people want, not necessarily what we'd like to hear.
When it comes to Talent, I think we can all agree it's subjective. I enjoy Avril's last album, although I'm not all that excited about the new album. Hillary was good for a couple of singles, but the album was terrible. Same with Fefe, who latest single "Everything" is the best song on the album, which earns the "Dok Dogshit" award. I don't think I've heard Lohan's yet, so I'll wait to pass judgment.
I think Christina is still popular because she still has the chops to back up the hype. The album "Stripped" had a couple of songs that I think showed that, Beautiful and The Voice Within. Not to mention, Michelle Branch, who has had 2 great albums "The Spirit Room" and "Hotel Paper" as well as Vanessa Carleton, who is working on a new album.
All is not lost, Mr. Williston. The pop music industry will go on for many years to come. I heard George Strombopoulous (I think I'm close) say that The Backstreet Boys are back in studio working on their next album.
Oh yeah, I can't believe you missed the Disney Teen star that doesn't have a record deal. Christy Carlson Romano, The voice of Kim Possible
LAter,
Dok
Wednesday, April 07, 2004
Update
Hello, again. It's been a vacation week, alright. I have done, well, not nothing, but as close to it as you can.
Friday night, went up on the fan bus to Campbellton for the Timberwolves game, that that lost. It was a great hockey game, as the T-wolves were in it right up to the last second, losing 2-1. It was a great trip and coaches Jamie Henderson and Billy Riley poped on to the bus after the game to thank us for coming up.
The team is going to be losing a bunch of twenty year olds, but Riley seems to have contacts all over the country, so it will be interesting to see who he picks up for next season.
sunday night, I decided after supper that I wanted to go to the movies. As it was a last minute thing, I just went myself to see Hellboy. I thought it was a great movie, if you go in expecting a superhero movie. It's worth a look. I guess the DVD release is supposed to be another cut of it, so we'll see if that gets a little darker.
I've found the wonders of e-bay. It's been a while since I used it and then it was just for a PS2 game. Now I've picked up a couple of DVD's that I was missing in my WWF/E collection and a really nice messanger bag. I like having a bag to carry stuff to work in but the whole backpack looks too "schoolish". It's nice and you can find ANYTHING.
That's it for now. IF you haven't already sign the guestbook and let me know if there is anything you want me to talk about.
LAter
Friday night, went up on the fan bus to Campbellton for the Timberwolves game, that that lost. It was a great hockey game, as the T-wolves were in it right up to the last second, losing 2-1. It was a great trip and coaches Jamie Henderson and Billy Riley poped on to the bus after the game to thank us for coming up.
The team is going to be losing a bunch of twenty year olds, but Riley seems to have contacts all over the country, so it will be interesting to see who he picks up for next season.
sunday night, I decided after supper that I wanted to go to the movies. As it was a last minute thing, I just went myself to see Hellboy. I thought it was a great movie, if you go in expecting a superhero movie. It's worth a look. I guess the DVD release is supposed to be another cut of it, so we'll see if that gets a little darker.
I've found the wonders of e-bay. It's been a while since I used it and then it was just for a PS2 game. Now I've picked up a couple of DVD's that I was missing in my WWF/E collection and a really nice messanger bag. I like having a bag to carry stuff to work in but the whole backpack looks too "schoolish". It's nice and you can find ANYTHING.
That's it for now. IF you haven't already sign the guestbook and let me know if there is anything you want me to talk about.
LAter
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