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In the Mood For… Kim Fucking Gordon

Today, my friends, Kim Gordon turns 60 (yes, you read that correctly, 60) years old. Clearly a tribute to this incredible woman is in order. So, here you have it, … Continue reading

April 28, 2013 · 5 Comments

Arts Bomast: Artsy

Art-lovers: Have you heard of Artsy? I recently signed up and am quickly becoming hooked on this site. It’s a bit like Pinterest (which I’m also obsessed with, btw), but … Continue reading

March 7, 2013 · 3 Comments

Film Bombast: Weatherman ’69

I recently had a chance to watch Raymond Pettibon‘s The Whole World is Watching: Weatherman ’69, and hell, it is everything I hoped it would be. Low-budget and DIY in … Continue reading

December 3, 2012 · Leave a comment

In the Mood For… Halloween

It’s what, like, 10 days away? I’m on two Halloween party-planning “committees” at the moment, but I wish I could throw my own, inspired by these lovelies: (Goth-rockers 45 Grave) … Continue reading

October 19, 2012 · Leave a comment

In the Mood For… Oxblood Leather

Oxblood is the perfect color for recovering goths:  It’s still dramatic, but more toned-down and grown-up than black leather.  I’m treating it as a neutral these days.  Some of my … Continue reading

October 17, 2012 · Leave a comment

Noisegasm: Ciccone Youth

Like most good bands, Ciccone Youth was a short-lived (albeit brilliant) project that dissolved before it had a chance to start sucking. The group was formed by the members of … Continue reading

July 11, 2012 · Leave a comment

Arts Bombast: Joe Brainard

I have Brainard on the brain. Yesterday would have been Joe Brainard’s 71st birthday. For me, the New York poet and visual artist embodies everything good about pop art, queer … Continue reading

March 12, 2012 · Leave a comment

Arts Bombast: Jad Fair

Jad Fair is certainly best known for founding the ’70s/’80s alt-rock group Half Japanese. The lo-Fi, DIY sounds of Half Japanese are one of those things… that are good because … Continue reading

March 2, 2012 · Leave a comment

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