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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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