RENEGADE NEWS: The News We Twist To Fit (SM) is a tag line of news parodies that started in the 1980s and ran until the mid '90s.
Now the archives of RENEGADE NEWS have been released to the Worldwide Web.
As many stories from RENEGADE NEWS (circa mid/late 1980s) as we could preserve have been scanned and loaded into cyberspace.
http://renegade-news.blogspot.com/
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There's the wildly popular USB Humping Dog! 
For about $12 you can be the hit of the office (or be sent to Human Resources department, depending on the work environment).
Rest In Peace: George Carlin
May 12, 1937 - June 22, 2008
Legendary comedian George Carlin died of heart failure at a hospital in Santa Monica, Calif.
This Saturday watch a rebroadcast of the first episode of Saturday Night Live on NBC with host George Carlin.
I've been trying to pick up a pair of noise reducing headphones that fold up for travel and while evaluating my options I ran across the Jersey Journal's, Top 5 gadgets for Travelers. I don't necessarily agree or disagree with the list but a lot of people are planning their summer trips, so this list could be helpful if you're taking a flight in the near future.
Apple iPod Touch
: The top-of-the-line iPod Touch stores 32GB of songs, movies and TV shows, with a relatively large, video screen. : Little ipod earbuds don't block out a jet engine's roar, so something stronger is recommended. The Bose QuietComfort 3 headphones are considered the best choice, but Sennheiser and JVC offer decent options that cost much less. : A bit obnoxious, okay this is totally obnoxious and rude. The knee defender locks on your tray table preventing the seat in front of you from reclining. Just be warned that seat karma will back at you for this evil trick.: I don't play video games, so I can't kick in any comments except recommend you wear your headphones when playing the games (or for that matter wear headphones while watching your portable DVD player or anything that makes noise). The author this list likes the Nintendo more than PlayStation Portable because of the interface and ease of use. I'm thinking an Amazon Kindle
Add a comment if you can recommend a decent pair of headphones to use on a flight. Thanks!
The 6th Annual Big Apple Barbeque Block Party
This looks like a pretty tasty way to spend a day, or a weekend... BBQ and Mardi Gras Indians! It's almost like 2nd and Dryades is coming to New York. Almost.
June 7 and 8, 2008 in Madison Square Park
New York, NY
Noon to 6pm
http://www.bigapplebbq.org/
Admission is free!
MAP of Madison Square Park
Barbecue is $8 per plate, sides and desserts $4 per plate and drinks range $2-$6
Feed your belly with variations of bbq from some delicous bbq joints
New York: Blue Smoke; Hill Country; Dinosaur Bar-B-Que; Rack & Soul
Connecticut: Wilson’s Barbeque
California: Mr. Cecil’s
Texas: Baker’s Ribs; The Salt Lick BBQ
Virginia: Checkered Pig
Alabama: Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q
Illinois: 17th Street Bar & Grill
North Carolina: The Pit
Mississippi: Ubon’s “Champion’s Choice”
South Carolina: Black Jack BBQ
Feed your head with music**
1:00PM – 2:15PM THE DEFIBULATORS
Combining strains of rockabilly, bluegrass, and classic country music with the quirky camaraderie of a vaudevillian jug band, The Defibulators are one of the most engaging live acts to have emerged from Brooklyn’s thriving roots music scene. Watch for the Defibulators’ first full-length album coming this summer!
2:45PM – 4:00PM THE SWEET DIVINES
Don’t call it nostalgia: The Sweet Divines are doing soul music the only way they know how—the old-school way. This four-woman vocal powerhouse and their hard-hitting Divine Soul Rhythm Band have been lighting up nightclub stages all over town with their nouveau-retro brand of girl-group soul.
4:30PM – 5:45PM THE WILD MAGNOLIAS
“Big Chief” Bo Dollis and his Wild Magnolias have been among New Orleans’ top-ranked Mardi Gras Indian tribes for four decades, playing pure New Orleans street funk. Their five career albums include the oft-sampled classic “They Call Us Wild” (1975) and “Life Is a Carnival” (1999).
1:00PM – 2:15PM ALEX BATTLES & THE WHISKEY REBELLION
Brooklyn-based singer and songwriter Alex Battles leads The Whiskey Rebellion, a country band strongly influenced by the music of Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Tom Waits, John Prine and Tom T. Hall. “Battles can wrap audiences around his knotty fingers.” (Nate Schweber, The Village Voice)
2:45PM – 4:00PM ELI “PAPER BOY” REED & THE TRUE LOVES
Roll With You, the new Q Division album from Boston-based soul band Eli “Paperboy” Reed & the True Loves, is a potent all-original set of sweaty, up-tempo numbers and aching, lovelorn ballads. “He combines the sob of Al Green with the beef of Otis Redding, and boasts a band, The True Loves.” (MOJO magazine)
4:30PM – 5:45PM THE SADIES
The Toronto quartet known as the Sadies combine the timeless sounds of Sixties/Seventies rock and country music with masterful songwriting and casually stunning harmonies from front men Dallas and Travis Good. On their latest album, “New Seasons” (Yep Roc), the Sadies “build fresh, bracing psychedelia.” (David Fricke, Rolling Stone
** Artists and Performance Times can change. Double Check with Venue
Get official updates from http://www.bigapplebbq.org/
The Big Apple BBQ supports Madison Square Park Conservancy, responsible for keeping historic Madison Square Park a bright, beautiful and active public park. The Conservancy’s dedication and consistent, loving attention keeps Madison Square Park a vibrant haven in the city for all to enjoy.
Tue. 05.13.2008
Bamboo Room Will Go Dark, For Now -- Club Closing May 31
There’s an old adage that the bar business is recession-proof, but Bamboo Room is first and foremost a live music venue and we are not immune. Rising fuel costs make it increasingly difficult for national touring acts to include South Florida in their routing plans. Coupled with lower concert attendance during the summer, the truth is simple to understand -- particularly when heard directly from those sources.
We have thoughtfully reviewed recent economic issues that weigh on both performers and patrons. To compensate for the downturn, Bamboo Room recently adopted an abbreviated schedule for the first time in its nine-year history. Yet it soon became clear that it would be difficult to remain open through the summer. As a result we will close our doors May 31. A healthier economy will be key to operating during the winter season, much as was common in Florida not so long ago.
The trust and honesty of our relationships with artists, patrons and the media will remain firm... as has been our commitment to excellence in live music presentation. Our dedicated, excellent and valued staff will be kept apprised of future plans. We remain optimistic that the cultural and economic climate will improve.
The soul of Bamboo Room will continue to resonate with the sound of Roots, Blues and Americana.
Sincerely,
Russell Hibbard
Owner
I always thought it would make for an interesting festival to bring the performers we see below ground every day up to the surface for a festival. The subway Accordions, Violins, Brass Bands, Guitar strummers along with Preachers, and all the Buksters in a setting like Woodstock circa 1960s. Hey some of the music is really great. And that guy with the accordion, you know who I'm talking about, may actually be the front man for a great band we don't know about.
The reason I started to ramble on about the below-street performers? New York City is holding auditions for the next round of subway artists, (video follows), and you may see one of these talented individuals headlining at SummerStage next year, or at least below Times Square.
See you at the subterranian shows!
Checkout www.iclips.net this weekend to see live webcasts from all four days of the 2008 Langerado Music Festival.
Langerado was begun by promoters Mark Brown and Ethan Schwartz as a way to bring the exploding jam-based live music scene to South Florida. Over the course of its existence, Langerado has transformed from a genre-based festival to a more eclectic event that now spans the boundaries of the live music experience. Never afraid to take chances, Langerado has featured an incredible array of the best in live music in its 5 years.
As we relocate to the magical Big Cypress Reservation, we continue the process of introducing incredible musical acts to the South Florida community, as well as to all those who travel from across the globe for the beautiful weather and friendships made under the crystal clear skies of Florida's Everglades. We hope you enjoy your time at Langerado, and continue to do so for years to come. More on langerado.com
Sen. Clinton on Saturday Night Live
March 1, 2008
So Wendy just sent me an email about adding a friend on a site called Frappr. The website sounded familiar but it has been a while since I used Frappr... in fact I couldn't remember it was a social map network. So I logged in and while I'm there why not share my friends map. Do you feel out? Add yourself to the map.
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