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Bobby “Boris” Pickett, the man who gave life to the Halloween favorite “Monster Mash,” died this week from complications from leukemia. Check out the official Monster Mash website.
Did you know that Leon Russell played piano on the original?
(Check out John Beifuss’ post about Pickett including an interview he conducted with the man in `98.)
A couple weeks ago, Apryl and I got our Chicago library cards. I know, real exciting, right? I suppose I mention it because it’s one of those little things that make you feel like you are really living here. Of course, we took photos of the event:
We already owe library fines!
Of course, the real big news is that my buddy Trey is back from South Korea. And he and his wife have gotten a place a mere five-minute bus ride away from our apartment. I am looking forward to meeting up with him after a ten year absence!
One of the advantages of doing a lot of walking is that you really get the chance to see your neigborhood. For example, a few weeks ago, I was walking to the bank when I stumbled across this home’s inventive use of a front yard. For going any use of a garden or even a meager lawn, these homeowners decided to install their own miniature golf course, err hole. At this point, I would assume the greatest thrill for these homeowners is how many hole-in-ones they can make in a row, since it must be as easy as geometry to them now. How would you play this one?
Trivia: There is only one Putt Putt in the entire state of Illinois.
Ever wonder what those CTA conductor annoucements sound like? Wonder no more, because a sound library of audio samples from the “L” are available at Chicago-L.org. You can also check out video from the past including a clip from when the trains’ color was green like they were on the credits of Good Times. There’s even a section that contains jpgs from famous movies scenes that have used the Chicago train station as a location.
Last night, Apryl and I attended our friends Beth and Tim’s “Ugly Sweater” party. While we didn’t win first prize, we did get our fair share of derogatory remarks about our sweaters, which we appreciated.
Apryl knitted me a nice, cozy hat. And the best thing, it’s Tiger ready! I wore it last night, and the Tigers defeated Houston by 10 points. So, “Hello good luck hat!”
I have been so busy with work (editing) that I haven’t been able to write a post in awhile. But I thought I would take a second to alert you that we are still here and doing fine. Apryl’s semester ends this week, and I’ll be less busy by mid week (I hope). So expect future holiday postings real soon, including whether or not we get a tree. Now that I have you on the edge of your seat, I thought I would share with you five songs NOT from 2006 that I have been listening to alot. Random post I know, but enjoy:
Sun Ra – The Perfect Man (Greatest Hits)
There has been a month’s long celebration of Sun Ra here so I’ve been motivated to listen to a lot from the Sun Ra’s exhaustive back catalog. “The Perfect Man” is reason #1004 why we are still at awe with the man from Saturn.
Kevin Hewick – Spain (Tender Bruises and Scars)
I bought this record from eMusic merely on a whim (and to fulfill my monthly download subscription). And while I am not impressed with the majority of this one, the song “Spain” is brillant. I have listened to it on repeat on numerous occasions.
Daniel Johnston – Don’t Play Cards With Satan (YouTube Video)
Click here to witness one of the greatest solo performances ever recorded. It will make you smile, laugh, and ultimately leave you heart broken.
John Fahey – Untitled With Rain (Red Cross)
An atypical piece from Fahey’s last album. Fahey abandons his typical acoustic guitar stylings for electric guitar, organ, and a field recording that sounds like it’s coming from Fahey’s open window apartment on a rainy day. Very moving.
Sid Selvidge – For All We Know (Waiting For A Train)
This one is just plain pretty. And I listened to it over and over on the plane ride to Philadelphia.
If you are unfamilar with any of the tracks above give them a listen and tell me what you think. And look out for “best of” 2006 lists when I have time to think straight.
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