Picking amongst the top 3 this year was very difficult. 2009 Was a good year for me and music. 1. The Yeah Yeah Yeahs - It's Blitz - I listened to this album more than any other this year, and for good reason. It's excellent from start to finish. While… more »

1. Inglorious Basterds - Historical inaccuracies didn't stop me from loving this movie. A great soundtrack, captivating dialog, a great team of heroes, and some senseful violence kept me hooked. The actors were all top notch, especially Cristoph Waltz, t… more »

There are a handful of bands I vow to never miss when they come to town. Of course the Pumpkins are top of the list, and the Flaming Lips, and Notwist are on my list too. I think I need to add the Cold War Kids. They put on a great, energetic show. Chr… more »

Roman will get that title. I was in Texas last weekend for the 4th time in 2 months. I was in and around San Antonio visiting Kait for the New Year. On Saturday, the group of youngins (Texan word) went on a countryside BBQ tour of hill country. I tell… more »