I happen to be at a hotel down in Waikiki and heard this musician playing some of the best music I’ve heard in awhile.. He’s a folk singer kinda guy at a time when we all love to hear it. His name is Nathan Emmans (or Nathan J. Emmans) and his music is what I need. He plays some good stuff and it put me right where I needed to be. While he was under contract for the Hotel I was visiting he played some covers as well including; I must say. The best version of Hallelujah I’ve heard since Leonard Cohen.. Seriously!
I’ve found some early footage of him on Youtube; below. He looks pretty much the same, however, he’s since turn those locks into clean, loose, dreads (as opposed to tight Rastaboy dreads). He’s also gained a few more years from the below video. Age brings out the soul in song writers and singers and now he’s pretty ripe. Its an honor to hear him sing and with the exception of being in Hawaii, he’s definitely got the talent to make it far. He plays at a couple of places regularly. One is a resort bar Hale Koa’s, two at Irish pubs (Kelly O’neils & O’tools) , and another laid back bar (Cheeseburger Bar).
Currently, it looks as though He’s also added a Drummer. I hate to do this but, I don’t remember his name but I “think” its Constantine, or some other cool sounding “C” Name. No; You know what?? Its “Konrad”. I’ve gotta say, adding a bit of percussion does add something to the performance. It also gives him a person to Interact with. I happened to catch thier first gig together and it was worth it.
— Their webpage is The Art Of Whimsy.com. You can buy the new CD (Live At Higher Ground) , also.. Damn Good for live music.
Go Check him out.. He pretty much rocks.. Someday he’ll get the opportunity and off he’ll go. The best thing about an artist is when you get to go on a ride with the music and; I feel good when I listen to him play. Maybe you’ll find a piece of peace (TM) through his music..
Today another “Man-Made” global warming study is found to have flaws. This should only be surprising to those who’ve invested part of themselves to the debate. This should only be surprising to those who don’t believe that everything on the planet works in cycles. You would almost have to believe that the planet was never warmer on average than in the last 100 years, but at the same time believe that its never been cooler. These are the same kind of people who believe that everything that happens is because of Global Warming. Its getting warmer? Man is the problem. Large storms? Man is the problem. Just like other religions.. Anything that happens is because or???? Name you thing. How can you argue with that kind of “faith”?
This time it was withdrawn voluntarily. This is a first, but it won’t be the last. We’re already seeing the collapse of data from other sources including climate labs, Environmental Journals, climatologists, and even the UN. It won’t be long before the trust of individuals who are proponents of global warming lose credibility… but it will continue to happen.
The science isn’t settled… despite how many times that’s stated.. Its not.. Sorry. Just go back and restudy it and then people might believe you. The fact that people feel the need to say man is causing it and not believe anything else is more in-line with faith. Said another way.. You can never get someone who beilieves in thier religion to rationally change thier belief by talking to them. People will eventually come to thier own revelations… or maybe they won’t.
The real crime and problem is suggesting people are stupid or ignorant if they don’t believe what you say. Especially when you (as a believer) can’t prove your POV. The US News has been practically ignoring this controversy while the British are on it big time. The UK Guardian has even built a page to compile the fall of the Man-made Global Warming hoax. Hopefully you’ll find that its got a good mix of support and denial articles. It is a fair page by my read.
What’s funny is all of the people who jump to defend the bad science with their souls. You would think that people would be happy to prove that there were mistakes and that as studies fall, that this would be a cause for celebration. Shouldn’t we be happy that the world is not warming (due to man)? Why would anyone defend bad, or faulty science? Perhaps we all might want to look into ourselves and ask that same question. Why would I defend mistakes and bad science?
As a guy who doesn’t watch football on a regular basis, I may pick up 1 or 2 games a year and it seems the Superbowl is normally one of them. Whether its due to parties I go to or whether I just want to stay home and watch a game. The truth is that its kind of the thing to watch because of the consequences of the game. Its an event. Its like Mardi Gras… People who really have nothing invested in the actual purpose (football, Catholicism) love to partake and party. Of course, the other great thing about the Superbowl is… the Commercials. Who really cares if the Saints won 31 to 17 over the Colts. I just gave myself permission to drink a couple of beers, a glass of wine (I know Boushie), some chips, and Salsa. I did go cycling today so it alright.
Some of the commercials were pretty damned good. Of course, E-Trade, Doritos, Budweiser, and Go-Daddy had the requisite entries. Which One was the best?? You’ll have to decide for yourself but I like the last (of 3) E-Trades where the baby and one of his buddies is flying back from a bachelor party when the pilot comes over the loudspeaker and his buddy cries out “dad”. Love that!
The dumbest commercial award goes to the Green Police. This Audi commercial just makes me want to go and do the stuff the “Green Police” are arresting people for. One guy asked for plastic bags while shopping.. ooohhh. Another was in the hot tub with his lady and the water was too hot.. ooohh. Another guy threw out a battery in his trash; OK, this one is valid (never do this)! A last scenario was a guy that uses incandescent light-bulbs. oooohh. Nothing pleases me more than police arresting and harassing people for actions that are not illegal. Police states are no joke to me… But hey, we all get the point.. I guess.
*** Photos linked from New York Times; taken by Barton Silverman.. and used without the written consent of the NFL.
In October of 2006, Lankward Harrington shot a landscaper, named Jose Villatoro repeatedly for getting grass clippings on him. What kind of world are we living in when this happens. One individual just trying to get by in life and another guy walking by.. apparently going to school. As thier paths meet, one would kill the other. He had a backpack on and was caught by police walking through a school… with the gun in his backpack. He wasn’t even trying to run away. Is this what life is worth to some people? Apparently so.
Now, there is no doubt that this is wrong to kill someone… especially for messing up your shoes.. Obviously, this is opposed to someone breaking into your home, or your self-defense. ‘ But it wouldn’t be until today (10 Feb 2010) until the Justice system would end this case with a conviction for Harrington.
The great travesty in this case is not only that it occured in our nations capital, but that is now closed after it occured in 2006. It is rediculous that this is how efficient our justice system is. You can get a victim, get a suspect, get a weapon, get a confession, and the case. **This story and photo is sourced from the Washington Post.
It is unfortunate for Haiti that this had to happen. Haiti has been a poor (one of the poorest) countries on the planet for a long time now. Gangs, Criminals, Dirty Politician, and other types of opportunists looking to make money off of the suffering of others. The 7.0 was just devastating. It caused all kinds of havoc with infrastructure. Houses, buildings, and bridges stood no chance at all. The images coming out of the island are horrific and sad and unfortunately, will get much worse.
America will always help and the Government (Obama) has promised $100 Million. The American people will also donate some of their own personal money as well. So far its up to around $9 Million bucks or so. And that will probably grow to more than what the government will provide over the course of the next month.
Do something if you want. Don’t do anything if you don’t want to… hell in contrast to the US, China and India both donated $1 Million each. That amount of money does seems piddly for such large governments… but hey! at least they’re helping. Not only is the US providing money, but also search teams, military support, helicopters, water purification, Security support, and a hospital (USNS Comfort) ship.
Teddy Pendergrass died today. He was huge in the 70’s and 80’s. So many good soul and love songs that he was considered a sex symbol. Women loved his voice and guys tried to imitate him. I’m sure he had a wild life (with the ladies) when he was younger. He was later paralyzed from the waste down. He died of colo-rectal cancer or conditions and the recovery required after surgery for it. He was a young man at mere age 59. But we will all remember him because of his music.
It is unfortunate that many will buy his music now that he is dead, however, he has some good stuff worthy of a listen.
It is Cold Everywhere lately… Even here in HI its a nippley (or nipply) 80 degrees… Its terrible. But you know who hates it the most??? Al Gore! Now, I’m not one of the blind fools that believe in his man made global warming BS, but its on. Even in this winter where we’ve had nearly 1500 cold weather events (”coldest day on record”, “Most snow in a single day”), but it’s just cold out there! Europe is Frozen over, Britain is under ice, The Eastern US is full of snow, The mid-west is all jacked up. And yet, people still attribute that to (man-made) global warming. That is the problem with those MMGW believers. Its like a cult; whatever facts (or lies) that are created can be attributed to the ideas of the cult. So whether is warm or cold… It’s all global warming.
In Alaska, they do it right… and I lived there for awhile and loved it. A dude cut out an ice sculpture and ran a hose through it.. He hooked the hose up to his big-ass truck (F-350) and pumps out the exhaust. The Ice sculpture is Al Gore. He is “blowing smoke”, just like in the real world. Blowing Smoke! The Artist is Steve Dean and this thing looks pretty good. You can check it out at the Fairbanks Daily News (which is where I got the photos).
I just happened to be watching TV and this commercial popped on. Its not often when we run across things that provide inspiration to ones life. But it does go to show that sometimes we can gain life capital from the oddest places. Even a Commercial. Hope you enjoy it if you’ve never seen it before.
Let me know what you think? I’m just curious to see if its me or if its a really good commercial. I don’t mind if I’m the only one! Inspiration touches us all in our own ways. Things that inspire some, do not inspire anyone else. As Henry Rollins would say.. Maybe you can get a piece of something for yourself.
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This should only be surprising to those who’ve invested part of themselves to the debate. This should only be surprising to those who don’t believe that everything on the planet works in cycles. You would almost have to believe that the planet was never warmer on average than in the last 100 years, but at the same time believe that its never been cooler. These are the same kind of people who believe that everything that happens is because of Global Warming. Its getting warmer? Man is the problem. Large storms? Man is the problem. Just like other religions.. Anything that happens is because or???? Name you thing. How can you argue with that kind of “faith”?
a long time now. Gangs, Criminals, Dirty Politician, and other types of opportunists looking to make money off of the suffering of others. The 7.0 was just devastating. It caused all kinds of havoc with infrastructure. Houses, buildings, and bridges stood no chance at all. The images coming out of the island are horrific and sad and unfortunately, will get much worse.
many good soul and love songs that he was considered a sex symbol. Women loved his voice and guys tried to imitate him. I’m sure he had a wild life (with the ladies) when he was younger. He was later paralyzed from the waste down. He died of colo-rectal cancer or conditions and the recovery required after surgery for it. He was a young man at mere age 59. But we will all remember him because of his music.
But you know who hates it the most??? Al Gore! Now, I’m not one of the blind fools that believe in his man made global warming BS, but its on. Even in this winter where we’ve had nearly 1500 cold weather events (”coldest day on record”, “Most snow in a single day”), but it’s just cold out there! Europe is Frozen over, Britain is under ice, The Eastern US is full of snow, The mid-west is all jacked up. And yet, people still attribute that to (man-made) global warming. That is the problem with those MMGW believers. Its like a cult; whatever facts (or lies) that are created can be attributed to the ideas of the cult. So whether is warm or cold… It’s all global warming.
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