
I don't think I have told you this yet, but I play poker once a week. Used to be a lot more. I mostly stick to poker tournaments, as I think the added level of strategy gives me more of an advantage. I have played in two World Series of Poker events in two different years. Both times I didn't make the first break because my rockets didn't hold up. Did you know the odds you get dealt pocket aces only 220 to 1? A lot of people don't understand [...]
The title of this post is the best quote from the first "vlog" of Darren Hayes in his home studio, looking a bit grunge (era). The best news delivered is that big-haired Justin Shave's producing about a third of the album. He is a fantastic producer - his work is shimmery and modern and smart. If you don't have the album Shave did with Antigone - [...]

The drive in across Texas was brutal... 6 hours @ 45 mph, recalling but not eclipsing the legendary 14 hour drive from 2005. Note to self: this is a message from the universe to fly next year, you cheapskate. We did manage a last-minute hotel upgrade from our previous headquarters the past 6 years about 7 miles from downtown Austin. This year, we can look out our window and see the convention center. My feet will thank me later... After checking in and getting [...]
Big Value Show Show this Friday with 6 acts. In Case of Capture, Arctic Fox, Chatty Cathy, Wonderful Flying Machines, Canyon and Special Guest: DJ Monky. $5 at Kinetic Playground.