I didn't liveblog tonight like I said I would. I'm sorry, I'm a bad person, but I must say tonight was immensely satisfying. I can't wait to wake up tomorrow to check the final score, but right now, with three states still in play (IN, NC and MO) it looks like this:
Obama/Biden: 338 (364, assuming he picks up 11 in IN and 15 in NC)
McCain/Palin: 163 (174, assuming he picks up 11 in MO)
House: Dems + 21ish (With a few left to come in)
Senate: Dems + 19 (Assuming they pick up seats in too-close-to-call races in OR and AK)
Dems won't get 60 in the Senate, but at least they can kick Lieberman out of the caucus. They even picked up a governor's mansion in Missouri.
Nuts... Landslide kind of nuts...
Showing posts with label awesome. Show all posts
Showing posts with label awesome. Show all posts
05 November 2008
26 October 2008
Good Lord, my mind is blown. Before I get into the story, let's set the scene. This afternoon, the Eagles played a home game in Philly, and not long after, the Phillies started Game 4 of the World Series. Also tonight, the Who visited the Wachovia Center, for a concert that took place concurrently with the Phillies' game. Busy day in the sports complex area. Where was I, you might ask? Well, that would be the Who concert, of course, and it absolutely blew my freaking mind.
BG calls me at noon, and says, "Hey, want to go to the Who tonight, for free." (The guy who paid for the ticket had to back out. Obviously, Bob's got a bottle of whiskey coming his way.) Needless to say, it didn't really matter that I had to work. After about 30 minutes of a crappy opening band whose name escapes me, it was time to rock out... for the next 2 hours.
First, some general comments, then a setlist as I remember it. To begin with, whoever does the lights for the Who deserves a damn medal. The effects were amazing, and added measurably to what would have been an amazing show in its own right. Also, whoever says that old dudes can't rock, well, they are sorely mistaken. Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend rock harder than anyone I have ever seen, and it physically exhausted me just watching them, I can't imagine actually doing what they do.
So, for a playlist. I'll double check it tomorrow when the reviews come out, but I think I was able to get it down pretty pat: Can't Explain; The Seeker; The Kids Are Alright; Fragments; Who Are You; Behind Blue Eyes; Good Looking Boy; Sister Disco; Baba O'Riley; Getting in Tune; ?; 5:15; Love Reign O'er Me; My Generation; Won't Get Fooled Again. Encore: Medley from Tommy, including Pinball Wizard; Amazing Journey; See Me, Feel Me; and Listening to You; concluding with an acoustic Tea and Theater.
The Who took the stage and Pete, almost a little too humbly says, "We know we're not the biggest game in town tonight," which is quite true, as most people were cheering just as loudly for the Phillies' updates they were getting on their cellphones, as they were for the songs being played. They rip off the first three songs rapid fire, including an amazing rendition of The Seeker. Who Are You and Behind Blue Eyes really ramp up the crowd, but an odd, if somewhat long Elvis tribute kind of calmed things down, but luckily Baba O'Riley soon followed, really getting the crowd back into the game.
Daltrey really hit one out of the park on Love Reign Over Me, my favorite Who song, and showed that he still has that gravely scream that drives the song home. Now, just as the band transitioned into My Generation, and I mean literally just, Ryan Howard hit a 3-run home run to put the Phillies up by 4. I really thought the roof was going to come off the joint; the place just exploded. To conclude the main set with Won't Get Fooled Again was genius. It left the crowd simmering, and quite frankly wondering what they could do for an encore. Though they missed some favorites (Magic Bus, Squeeze Box, I Can See For Miles), the encore they chose could not have been more amazing. They guys retake the stage to a roaring ovation, Pete quiets the crowd and says, "For our encore, excerpts from an opera." All I could think was Tommy. And I'll be goddamned if they didn't launch into a medley from Tommy that lasted for 25 straight minutes. No lie. After 90+ minutes of kicking major ass, they come back for a nearly 30 minute encore. Beyond mind blowing. The night ended with an acoustic and, dare I say, intimate performance of Tea and Theater, with just Roger and Pete.
The point: Singly the best concert I've ever been to, or will probably ever go to. Townshend's guitar was simply incendiary and Daltrey showed that even after decades of abuse, his voice could still rise to the occasion when called upon. My ears will be ringing for the better part of the next week for sure, but, really, would we want it any other way?
BG calls me at noon, and says, "Hey, want to go to the Who tonight, for free." (The guy who paid for the ticket had to back out. Obviously, Bob's got a bottle of whiskey coming his way.) Needless to say, it didn't really matter that I had to work. After about 30 minutes of a crappy opening band whose name escapes me, it was time to rock out... for the next 2 hours.
First, some general comments, then a setlist as I remember it. To begin with, whoever does the lights for the Who deserves a damn medal. The effects were amazing, and added measurably to what would have been an amazing show in its own right. Also, whoever says that old dudes can't rock, well, they are sorely mistaken. Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend rock harder than anyone I have ever seen, and it physically exhausted me just watching them, I can't imagine actually doing what they do.
So, for a playlist. I'll double check it tomorrow when the reviews come out, but I think I was able to get it down pretty pat: Can't Explain; The Seeker; The Kids Are Alright; Fragments; Who Are You; Behind Blue Eyes; Good Looking Boy; Sister Disco; Baba O'Riley; Getting in Tune; ?; 5:15; Love Reign O'er Me; My Generation; Won't Get Fooled Again. Encore: Medley from Tommy, including Pinball Wizard; Amazing Journey; See Me, Feel Me; and Listening to You; concluding with an acoustic Tea and Theater.
The Who took the stage and Pete, almost a little too humbly says, "We know we're not the biggest game in town tonight," which is quite true, as most people were cheering just as loudly for the Phillies' updates they were getting on their cellphones, as they were for the songs being played. They rip off the first three songs rapid fire, including an amazing rendition of The Seeker. Who Are You and Behind Blue Eyes really ramp up the crowd, but an odd, if somewhat long Elvis tribute kind of calmed things down, but luckily Baba O'Riley soon followed, really getting the crowd back into the game.
Daltrey really hit one out of the park on Love Reign Over Me, my favorite Who song, and showed that he still has that gravely scream that drives the song home. Now, just as the band transitioned into My Generation, and I mean literally just, Ryan Howard hit a 3-run home run to put the Phillies up by 4. I really thought the roof was going to come off the joint; the place just exploded. To conclude the main set with Won't Get Fooled Again was genius. It left the crowd simmering, and quite frankly wondering what they could do for an encore. Though they missed some favorites (Magic Bus, Squeeze Box, I Can See For Miles), the encore they chose could not have been more amazing. They guys retake the stage to a roaring ovation, Pete quiets the crowd and says, "For our encore, excerpts from an opera." All I could think was Tommy. And I'll be goddamned if they didn't launch into a medley from Tommy that lasted for 25 straight minutes. No lie. After 90+ minutes of kicking major ass, they come back for a nearly 30 minute encore. Beyond mind blowing. The night ended with an acoustic and, dare I say, intimate performance of Tea and Theater, with just Roger and Pete.
The point: Singly the best concert I've ever been to, or will probably ever go to. Townshend's guitar was simply incendiary and Daltrey showed that even after decades of abuse, his voice could still rise to the occasion when called upon. My ears will be ringing for the better part of the next week for sure, but, really, would we want it any other way?
17 October 2008
Of all random days, today was kind of awesome. Please, let me explain:
First, an absolutely bee-you-ti-ful day, though I had to spend it at work, but I digress.
At work I spend a lot of time in my office, basically dicking around until someone needs me to do something; as such, I need to find ways to entertain myself. I usually do this by spending my morning shifts listening to the Preston and Steve radio show on WMMR (site here). Every morning P&S have what they call the Lesson Question, in which they ask a question regarding something they discussed earlier on the show. If you remember, and are the right caller, you win a neat prize.
Well, kids, today I happened to be the right caller, and remembered that Steve was expecting to see the face of Phillies' centerfielder Shane Victorino gracing cans of Spam in the grocery store. Consequently, I nabbed a $50 gift certificate to this neat CC pub called Dr. Watson's (Doc Watson's).
What one must understand, of course, is that shit like this never, ever, happens to me. The fact that I called the contest line and the phone actually rang, is a victory in and of itself. Picking up, getting my name and putting me on hold was even better, and then actually giving me a prize, is pretty damn awesome. Yeah, I understand that it's not like I won a million bucks or a car or something, but it really made my day.
Oh and a special MITCOBL announcement, our next liveblogging experience will occur in 18 days, I'll let you do the math and figure out why that date will be important, but here's to hoping that the day goes down in history as the most pivotal day in my lifetime.
And even though I've been very clear about whom I support, remember it is essential that you vote, regardless of which party or candidate you are for. It's essential to everything America is about. And even if we can't agree on politics, we can all agree that this is pretty damn funny.
First, an absolutely bee-you-ti-ful day, though I had to spend it at work, but I digress.
At work I spend a lot of time in my office, basically dicking around until someone needs me to do something; as such, I need to find ways to entertain myself. I usually do this by spending my morning shifts listening to the Preston and Steve radio show on WMMR (site here). Every morning P&S have what they call the Lesson Question, in which they ask a question regarding something they discussed earlier on the show. If you remember, and are the right caller, you win a neat prize.
Well, kids, today I happened to be the right caller, and remembered that Steve was expecting to see the face of Phillies' centerfielder Shane Victorino gracing cans of Spam in the grocery store. Consequently, I nabbed a $50 gift certificate to this neat CC pub called Dr. Watson's (Doc Watson's).
What one must understand, of course, is that shit like this never, ever, happens to me. The fact that I called the contest line and the phone actually rang, is a victory in and of itself. Picking up, getting my name and putting me on hold was even better, and then actually giving me a prize, is pretty damn awesome. Yeah, I understand that it's not like I won a million bucks or a car or something, but it really made my day.
Oh and a special MITCOBL announcement, our next liveblogging experience will occur in 18 days, I'll let you do the math and figure out why that date will be important, but here's to hoping that the day goes down in history as the most pivotal day in my lifetime.
And even though I've been very clear about whom I support, remember it is essential that you vote, regardless of which party or candidate you are for. It's essential to everything America is about. And even if we can't agree on politics, we can all agree that this is pretty damn funny.
23 September 2008
16 September 2008
26 August 2008
23 August 2008
HENCHMEN NEEDED
(+1 for use of the Queen's English)
The pineapple is a harmonious place because Spongebob checks that shit at the door.
(+1 for use of the Queen's English)
The pineapple is a harmonious place because Spongebob checks that shit at the door.
31 July 2008
People have asked me how I feel about Manny being traded by the Sox. Please watch the following video, then continue reading*:
For what it's worth, I am positively thrilled that the Sox finally dumped that asshole. I could put up with him for a while, and we all did, but it grew tiresome over the last couple of weeks. The open criticizing of management and the fact that he actually said "The Red Sox don't deserve me," is enough to give him the boot. Not so worried about giving up Moss and Hansen, unfortunate, but necessary, especially considering that the Sox got Jason Bay in return. I can see him hitting 4th behind Ortiz, or even 3rd, in front of him. The options abound. They'd better lock him up asap, I'd love to see him in a Sox uniform for a long long time.
* Note that the video is complete with an all-white gospel choir, with an awkward, far too excited soloist. Made me laugh entirely too much for my own good. Look, it was either this or a clip from Sister Act, your choices were limited.
For what it's worth, I am positively thrilled that the Sox finally dumped that asshole. I could put up with him for a while, and we all did, but it grew tiresome over the last couple of weeks. The open criticizing of management and the fact that he actually said "The Red Sox don't deserve me," is enough to give him the boot. Not so worried about giving up Moss and Hansen, unfortunate, but necessary, especially considering that the Sox got Jason Bay in return. I can see him hitting 4th behind Ortiz, or even 3rd, in front of him. The options abound. They'd better lock him up asap, I'd love to see him in a Sox uniform for a long long time.
* Note that the video is complete with an all-white gospel choir, with an awkward, far too excited soloist. Made me laugh entirely too much for my own good. Look, it was either this or a clip from Sister Act, your choices were limited.
10 June 2008
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