Marquee memories

Starting in August 1986 I had the opportunity to spend several months working at London's Marquee Club at 90 Wardour St. in Soho. In the spring semester of 1986 I had taken a class called the Sociology of Rock n' Roll. I liked it. Especially the field work. So much so that I asked the …

Friday LinkFrogging – 12/3/10

Welcome to December. We're back, and more importantly, back on time. Tis the season to shop early, often and excessively. Lucky for you, our weekly trip around the internet is still free of charge and full of cheer. Last week was Black Friday.  This Friday is Black Swan. Yes, that as another of my patented …

Friday LinkFrogging – 7/9/10

   ENOUGH! Just enough.   I hope Lebron James enjoys Miami.  I hope Miami enjoys Lebron James.  But the gratuitous blowjob the national sports media has given and continues to give this story is beyond ridiculous.  I'm looking at you ESPN.   Professional sports aren't about loyalty anymore.  Let's just forget about that.  They are about money, …

Jacked Up

Stephe and I were discussing the “Jack” radio format that is slowly invading American radio. It seems like a good idea.  A larger, more varied playlist with fewer repeats. As usual, the practical application is something far different. Stephe was telling me he heard Morris Day followed by Heart then Def Leppard.  That sounded about typical …