Viva Mondays Amigos!

So I hear it was a rough Monday, and if it wasn’t, I'm sure you've had yours. But does it not feel good just to get home and feel alive? Smell the B.O. of your significant other's hard day sweat, especially if AC is not part of your picture-perfect-work-environment? And listen to their passionate stories of work and how we already wish it was Friday? This is what is so good about having friends like you all. We can't wait to get together and talk about our not-so-good-times AND great times at work, on the street, what we ate, what's happening in the world, universe, space, etc. Having a beer or two and just hoping we all had longer days off just don’t happen as much as we would like them to. Let's face it; we can't live without Mondays just as much as we can't live without good friends!

So here is to Blue Mondays and good friends... like you!

PS: Promotions for all soon. If not... here are the next loto #'s 19 22 28 30 42 50

Above New Order - Blue Monday (original 1983)
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Joy Division Part II: Out of Control

A Joy Division fan MySpace has announced the soundtrack for upcoming Ian Curtis biopic Control.

Control soundtrack:

1. New Order - "Exit"

2. The Velvet Underground - "What Goes On"

3. The Killers - "Shadowplay" (Joy Division Cover)

4. The Buzzcocks - "Boredom" (live)

5. Joy Division - "Dead Souls"

6. Supersister - "She Was Naked"

7. Iggy Pop - "Sister Midnight"

8. Joy Division - "Love Will Tear Us Apart"

9. Sex Pistols - "Problems" (live)

10. New Order - "Hypnosis"

11. David Bowie - "Drive In Saturday"

12. John Cooper Clarke - "Evidently Chickentown"

13. Roxy Music - "2H.B."

14. Joy Division - "Transmission" (Cast Version)

15. Kraftwerk - "Autobahn"

16. Joy Division - "Atmosphere"

17. David Bowie - "Warszawa"

18. New Order - "Get Out"

Also soon to be released, a very limited edition book of Joy Division shots by Kevin Cummins.

And finally, NME.com also reports that Joy Division will hit us with a brand spankin' new single called "Love Will Tear Us Apart" on September 24. I hear it's pretty good.

Control (2007) TEASER
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Joy Division fan MySpace + Paste: New Order spars as Corbijn exudes Control

Thank you PASTE & Pitchfork

Joy Division Part I: New Band

With all the press and PR that Joy Division is receiving lately someone might think that they are a new band. Yet with a another screen appearance next month in the Toronto International Film Festival as a documentary simply called Joy Division. Co-written and directed by Grant Gee (whom you may remember for his work with another scrappy group of up-and-comers, Radiohead). The film was co-written by the always entertaining Jon Savage (fav music journalist).

Control, meanwhile, now appears set for an October 5 general theatrical release.

And as if that weren't enough, there's also significant chatter of late surrounding a set of expanded, remastered Joy Division reissues. While the info has not yet been confirmed, NME.com and several other outlets are reporting that Unknown Pleasures, Closer, and odds'n'ends collection Still will all receive the deluxe reissue treatment in the UK come September 10. Each will be bundled with a bonus disc. (via Pitchork)

Bob Dylan - "I'm Not There" Trailer

The lives and time of Bob Dylan. The movie follows seven (or six) characters, each embodying a different aspect of Dylan's life story and music. Can't wait for this to come out. Sept. 21st... hopefully.



I'm Not There trailer includes all six Dylans (Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett, Marcus Carl Franklin, Richard Gere, Heath Ledger and Ben Whishaw) featured in the film.

It is confirmed that Stephen Malkmus (of 90's indie band 'Pavement', and his current 'Jicks' solo-project) has loaned his voice to the project, providing Dylan covers for the soundtrack and to have his voice dubbed over one of the character's.

Arcade Fire - Well Dressed with Instruments and Voice Accessories

Since their EP (referred to Us Kids Know EP in 2003) and their remarkably album Funeral album in 2oo4, I've been hooked to this supersize band. Arcade Fire speaks to several generations at once. The fervid tenor of the band’s music, always pitching toward some kind of revelation. Arcade Fire songs aim, without apology or irony, for grandeur, and, more often than not, they achieve it.

Antichrist Television Blues - Live @ Glastonbury 2007

Rebellion (Lies)

They also sew their own matching outfits, are fans of the misanthropic Brits: The Cure, Echo & the Bunnymen + Radiohead! But really the style maker here is Haiti-born Régine Chassagne, also married to lead singer Will Butler. Love her style, she also has a great voice, listen to the song Haiti.

For the Eyes + Ears + Heart
Arcade Fire – Flash Player + Website + My Space + “The Salvation Army” + Neon Bible

“If you are a human being, you owe it to your eternal soul to love the Arcade Fire and see them play live.” David Bowie has performed live with the band. Fans of Arcade Fire also include U2 + Michael Stipe. Which makes Will uncomfortbale. But forget about the fans, what they wear and where they from and read “The Salvation Army”, truly they are an emotional and inspiring band. They are also somewhat spiritual, but not properly religiuos and seem a lot like a commune. Afterall, they truly belief in the power of bringing people together through music.


No Cars Go - Live @ Glastonbury 2007 -- Note: Will enhance your jogging routine!

"Between the click of the light and the start of the dream"

The Art of Music + Fashion

I was talking to a close friend yesterday and mentioned that there is a lack of fashion postings in my blog. This is curious, because that is my field and went on to say there lays my passion. One of the reasons that I have not covered fashion as much is due to the exceptional fashion blogs that are RΞAL, you know who they are[1]. As this was brought to my attention, I could not stop thinking about my next post. I guess another reason is that it might seem too shallow, you know... posting things of trivial "material" (punt intended), one more reason is the time, I just don’t have it! I see fashion more as where I “rest” my passion. Yes, it's what I do, but at the same time is where my mind is always in a creative motion. So, for me to sit, write and post, it becomes additional work. This is why I rather sΞΞ and enjoy what is out there in the blogsephere. Therefore, as music is my true infatuation I’ve decided to cover “well decorated” bands, rock stars and along the way maybe throw in a rap duo and other unknown genres of music notables (according to yours truly). I’m sure the question will arise, “so… do I like them because of their “image” or their talent?” Let me be lucid, music AND foremost music is the prime reason I will post any of my so called decked out artistes. Now, some musicians[2] will go unnoticed due to their “creative process” in covering up, but artistically they do not lack anything when it comes to their music and lyrics, after all, their instruments, voice, nature, pen and paper is their true sense of style! Anyway, what artist wants to be remembered by their rags?

So get inspired, scroll above and explore the music and style of the most adorned bands and individuals in music!


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[1] The Poste Office + The Coveted + The Satorialist + Face Hunter + Mrs. Fashion + Retail Recovery + La Femme + The Style Scout + The Clothes Horse + Hel Looks

[2] Clap Your Hands Say Yeah + The New Pornographers + Of Montreal + Death Cab for Cutie + The Decemberist

RIP: Tony Wilson - Mega Post

From day one I’ve wanted to honor the ancestor of all bands that I listen to, but I did not want to do them wrong. I have posted a couple of references and quoted some of their lyrics on some posts. Unfortunately, the motivation kicks in now that Hacienda impresario and founder of Factory Records, Tony Wilson, died in England Friday at the age of 57, after more than a year's worth of treatment for kidney cancer.

Immortalized in the 2002 film 24 Hour Party People, a semi-fictional account of his life and career, Wilson's colorful personality, smug wit, and keen appreciation for club music made him a kingpin of the Manchester scene that launched Joy Division, New Order and the Happy Mondays.

An early champion of Joy Division, Wilson gave the band its first big break on his weekly slot, So It Goes, the first music show in England to televise punk and post-punk bands.

Joy Division and New Order drummer Stephen Morris told England's Newsnight Friday, "There would be no Joy Division or New Order without Tony. He really believed in us and he was smart enough to start a label and put our records out.

Looking through videos and reading so much about Joy Division just complicates on what to choose and post. I’ve decided to let videos and music speak for them. Also in tribute to the pioneers, a gathering of sorts should be held to watch 24 Hour Party People, well at least in my place it will… Enjoy!

A tribute video for Joy Division - Ceremony

New Order / Depeche Mode Mix Video

Happy Mondays - Step On

Movie poster for Control. The life of Ian Curtis through the lens of legendary photographer, Anton Corbijn

FactoryRecords.net + NewOrderOnline.com + Happy Mondays + 24 Hour Party People on IMDB + Anton Corbijn (must visit)

Inspiration: Chuck Klosterman

After reading numerous articles by Chuck Klosterman and taking in account how much of an influence he has been in my point of views, I've decided to embrace Mr. Klosterman. As I sat down reading Radio is History, I became familiar with his style of writing. I was struck by how he took to mean Rush's 1980 "Spirit of the Radio" and diffused it into his piece of Satellite Radio vs. FM. And not to mention his clever footnotes making it feel as if you are interacting with the material at hand. As some of you know my feelings towards FM, I could not help come to an accord with Chuck. I remember putting the article down and thinking, "Have I met Chuck before?" I did not think anything else of it as I finally put Esquire magazine down and fell asleep. But, then came The Ethics Paradox, how Chuck put a vomiting man in a wheelchair and a documentary by Ralph Nader plus Klosterman himself wanting to become a hippie (just because he wanted to) and the new NIN's album[1] spellbinded me as he made it all come together.

So... come to find out, Mr. Klosterman also wrote for Spin Magazine (My Back Pages[2]). Where he wrote some amazing pieces[3]! I recall an excerpt where he states Billy Corgan[4] fits in the following categories:

...the kind of artists who give interviews are (a) people who aspire to be recognized, and (b) people who have lost that recognition and want some of it back.

He goes on to compare his band mates to Michael Jordan's team buddies (due to Billy equating himself to MJ). I never did understood the press and how it dealt with Billy and their last album, thanks to Chuck, I grasp the press' point of view more heartily (only on Corgan). Now that Billy and the Pumpkins are back I'm curious to find out what Chuck has to say. (Do not deserve to be called Smashing, since their disbandment in 2000, and honestly... I thought they would not ever reform) [4 1/2].

Mr. Klosterman has also writing a number of fine books, being my favorite Chuck Klosterman IV: A Decade of Curious People and Dangerous Ideas. A collection of articles, previously published columns, and a semi-autobiographical novella.

I've also decided to post various articles of Klosterman when published by Esquire[5], and maybe put a few of his classic bits and pieces from past magazines and talk to you about that other fascinating book with the electric guitar on the cover[6].

<------- Click away on the blue writing (good stuff) -------->

[1] Year Zero
[2] Chuck worked with illustrator James Jean
[3] My Akron year, Marilyn Manson, and the four millionth death of commercial radio
A year of magical thinking glimpsed through the lens of the craziest Spin ever
Ethically pure grunge and cokehead Britpop prove that history is bunk half the time
[4] Billy Corgan, rock godhead, and what to make of celebrity interviews
[4 1/2)] This ought to be a footnote
[5] Now working with David Hughes (does not like the illustrator label)
[6] Killing Yourself to Live: 85% of a True Story

PS: I am a fan of The Smashing. How can I not be after Billy found refuge teaming up with New Order right after their collapse on NO's Get Ready album.

Diego Guzman aka DDOCK

Diego Guzman
MySpace + Hobby Horse + Diego Guzman

13 Tzameti

OK, back to some darkness...


13 Tzameti is an outstanding, emotionally visceral film from first-time director Gela Babluani, a gripping, mesmerizing tour de force of cinematic expression that collars you in an ever-tightening noose of nervous tension and quickly engulfs you completely in its dark atmosphere. It's so rare for a film to come along and actually succeed at putting you on edge - 13 Tzameti, though, truly delivers the goods. It's not hard to see why the film garnered the award for Best First Feature at the Venice Film Festival and walked away with the World Cinema Jury Prize at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival.

A very impressive debut film by a young french filmmaker. What starts out initially as a seemingly simple tale soon turns into a twisted thriller. The amount of tension this film builds is incredible. You'll be hooked. The black and white filming fits perfectly. It gives the film a different edge that I don't think would have been the same had it been filmed in color.

The film is being remade by the same director and it's looking at a 2008 realease date (in color).

Official Site + US Official Site + My Space

"My Weekend" Playlist 7.19.07 / 7.20.07

It's a long playlist but it was playing constantly, a lot was left out.

Interpol – Mammoth

The Rapture – Pieces of People We Love
Death Cab for Cutie – Title & Registration

The Cinematics – Human
Stellastar – Entertained
The Bravery - Bad Sun
Gene – Save Me, I’m yours
The Magic Numbers – Forever Lost
Bloc Party - Little Thoughts
Arcade Fire - (Antichrist Television Blues)
Hot Chip – Over & Over
TV On the Radio – Dirtywhirl
Modest Mouse - People As Places As People
The Postal Service – Clark Gable
Radiohead – India Rubber
Cheated Hearts – Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Interpol - Specialist (Black Session)
Bloc Party - Two More Years
Weekend – Ladytron (James Iha Mix)
The Kooks - She Moves In Her Own Way
Modest Mouse – Spitting Mouse
Interpol – No I in Threesome
The Strokes – You Only Live Once
Sting – Why Would I cry For You
Ceremony – Joy Division
The Enemy – Had Enough
Karen Ann – In Your Back
Arctic Monkeys - Fluorescent Adolescent
Kings of Leon – Ragoo
Tapes ‘n Tapes - Jakov's Suite
Erol Alkan – Soulwax - E Talking (Soulwax Nite Dub)
Klaxons – Magick
Maps – Liquid Sugar
Battles – Tonto
LCD Soundsystem – All My Friends
The National – Fake Empire
Stars – Take Me to the Riot
The Field – Paw in My Face
The Sea and Cake – Crossing Line
Morrissey – Hairdresser on Fire
New Young Pony Club – Ice Cream
Oasis – Live Forever
Pete Yorn – Life On a Chain
Blonde Redhead – Elephant Woman
The Racing Rats - Editors