“Barack Obama’s people are trying to lower expectations. Everyone thinks he’s going to be able to fix everything. If they want to lower expectations, they should keep some of those Bush people on.” — Jay Leno on Barack Obama’s high expectations as U.S. President
Monthly Archives: December 2008
Argus Hamilton On Caroline Kennedy’s U.S. Senate Seat Run
“Caroline Kennedy embarked last week on a listening tour of upstate New York where she was swarmed by fans and well-wishers and supporters. It’s a good civics lesson to Illinois voters. A U.S. Senate seat is not a sales item, it’s a birthright.” — Argus Hamilton on Caroline Kennedy’s U.S. Senate seat run
The Black Keys — Live At The Crystal Ballroom (2008)
In support of their fifth full-length LP Attack & Release, The Black Keys recorded their April 4, 2008 concert performance at the Crystal Ballroom in Portland, Oregon. Produced and directed by Lance Bangs (R.E.M.‘s Road Movie, Nirvana: With The Lights Out), Live At The Crystal Ballroom captures the gritty blues flavor the band (Dan Auerbach — vocals, guitar; Patrick Carney — drums) is known for.
Super Babe: Alexandra Weaver
Alexandra Weaver is the lone bright spot in the otherwise dull season three finale of The IT Crowd.
Jimmy Kimmel On O.J. Simpson’s Recent Guilty Verdict
“O.J. Simpson was found guilty of burglary and other charges in Nevada. Keeping track — double murder, no prison time; stealing back your own football cards, 15 years.” — Jimmy Kimmel on O.J. Simpson’s recent guilty verdict
The Midway State — Holes (2008)
The Midway State might actually be the epitome of classic pop rock. Leading with his lyricisms and piano-playing, Nathan Ferraro serves as frontman for the Canadian quartet. Originally from the greater Collingwood, Ontario area, Ferraro eventually moved to Toronto with his band mates (Daenen Bramberger — drums, Mike Wise — guitar, and Mike Kirsh — bass).
Craig Ferguson On Black Friday
“The malls were packed on Friday. All those women fighting and screaming and shoving… it’s like an episode of The View.” — Craig Ferguson on Black Friday