“For fools rush in where angels fear to tread”
Look, I’m more than just a pretty face posting K-Tel open threads. I can do this, too. Shades of Death Road is a two lane rural road that runs along Jenny Jump State Forest. They had to stop putting up … Continue reading The 30 April Day Thread of Shades of Death Road in Scenic New Jersey
I forgot why I signed up for this thread so here’s my favorite Nmixx song. Have a good night! Continue reading Dash Night Thread
40 years ago today, on April 29th 1986; Hartford Whaler fans’ hearts were broken by the hands, and sticks, of the Montreal Canadiens in overtime of Game Seven of their Stanley Cup Playoff series The New England Whalers were one of … Continue reading The 04/29 Day Thread Harpoons the ’86 Whalers
Do you think the “Story of Pop” includes “Jimmy” Hendrix? Well, it doesn’t, because he doesn’t exist! A1 Foundations– In The Bad Bad Old Days A2 Bob And Earl– Harlem ShuffleA3 Lovin’ Spoonful– Summer In The City A4 Harpers Bizarre– … Continue reading The 28 April Night Tread of “The Story of Pop Vol. 2 by K-Tel”
Bom dia, boa tarde, e boa noite, meus ‘Cados! This is the Brazilian Gringo (aka Ice Cream Planet) and if you are reading this, I’m taking the Celpe-Bras exam. It is the only Certification of Proficiency in Portuguese that is … Continue reading The Day Thread Takes the Celpe-Bras
In 1971, Donny Osmond was 14 years old telling a “little girl” that she should “go away”. Gross. Sweet And Innocent 2:49I’m Your Puppet 2:48Hey Little Girl 2:38I Knew You When 2:48Go Away Little Girl 2:42Big Man 2:36We Can Make … Continue reading The 27 April Night Thread of “Superstar by Donny Osmond” by K-Tel
“Dog Police” is a song by Dog Police from the album Dog Police (1982) Have a Great Night Thread, Avocado! Continue reading Dog Police by Dog Police from Dog Police Night Thread
Today marks the 35th anniversary of the erotic thriller, A Kiss Before Dying. The film was written and directed by James Dearden (the Oscar-nominated screenwriter of Fatal Attraction), loosely adapted from Ira Levin’s acclaimed debut novel. It starred Matt Dillon … Continue reading The Day Thread Remembers “A Kiss Before Dying” (1991)
I think the most amazing thing about Sha Na Na is that they existed for 53 years, and when they wrapped up they managed to have two members who were there from the beginning to the end… which is two … Continue reading The 25 April Night Thread of “Sha Na Na’s 20 Greatest Rock-N-Roll Hits” by K-Tel
So Monsta X performed “Heal” a few times while in the U.S. and this is the best one. The vocals on this song are really good, but I especially love the adlibs. And as a bonus here’s them recording “Heal.” … Continue reading Heal Performance Day Thread
“Dina Ögon” is a song by Dina Ögon from the album Dina Ögon (2021) Have a Great Night Thread, Avocado! Continue reading Dina Ögon by Dina Ögon from Dina Ögon Night Thread
Today is my birthday! But most importantly, today is also the birthday of the legendary Barbra Streisand! Since the 60s with the Broadway musical Funny Girl, Barbra Streisand has graced the screen and stage with her work in film, music, … Continue reading The Day Thread Shares its Birthday with Barbra Streisand
One of my favorite musicals of all time, Hadestown is stage musical that is a retelling of the Orpheus-Eurydice and the Hades-Persephone myths. Set during the backdrop of the Great Depression, the musical takes the doomed lovers trying to reunite … Continue reading The Hadestown Night Thread
The author reviews a personal project focused on watching all 44 films produced by Merchant Ivory, a team known for period pieces. Over two months, they watched these films in chronological order, discovering favorites and some disappointments. They share a list of their top ten films and invite discussion on individual titles. Continue reading Day Thread of Every Tora-san Film
K-Tel released this compilation in Australia in 1973. Yes, that Avocado sticker is covering up what you think it is. Traditionally, other nations didn’t have the relationship with blackface that the United States has had, but even in the 70’s … Continue reading The 22 April Night Thread of “Souled Out!” by K-Tel
Yes, another cobbled together Day Thread with another unusual beast. This time it’s the turn of the grey-bellied night monkey (Aotus lemurinus), chosen basically because this picture is hilarious: Enjoy your Day Thread and STOP LOOKING AT ME LIKE THAT … Continue reading The Emergency Day Thread Is Predictable
In 1973, our good friends at K-Tel released “50 Children’s Favorites”. Fifty songs guaranteed to drive your parents insane. A1 Breezy Theme Shortnin’ BreadA2 Sing A Song Of SixpenceA3 Buffalo GirlsA4 Little Bo PeepA5 Old Mac DonaldA6 Twinkle Twinkle Little … Continue reading The 21 April Night Thread of “50 Children’s Favorites” by K-Tel
Cusco, Peru is one of the oldest cities in the Americas, founded centuries before even the Inca Empire, who would make it their capital and, briefly, into perhaps the most important city in South America. And like all great cities, … Continue reading The Day Thread Visits Plaza de Armas, Cusco
A Very Special Night Thread. Continue reading 420 Night Thread
A Very Special Day Thread. Continue reading 420 Day Thread
