The Jackie Papers "I'm in Love"

What a perfect day to feature a record titled "I'm In Love." The Jackie Papers, if you can't tell by the photo, are a band fronted by provocateur, Pink Lincolns vocalist, and all around crown wearing motherfucker Chris Barrows. If you dig the Lincolns, then this is right up your alley. Barrows' sarcastic, witty lyrics are present and accounted for throughout these 6 rippers, but none can really top "I'm a Liar." Right up there with such genius Barrows offerings as "Real Life" and "Let's Make a Deal." The songs are top notch as well, not a dud among them. Some SERIOUS Ginn-like riffage is featured on "I'm In Love." I'd go so far as to say that this EP is better than Pink Lincolns' "Headache" and "Pure Swank" LP's. That is, unless you took the real heavyweights from each and combined them into one mega-LP. But then you'd have to be some kind of punk rock super scientist, or one of those assholes who "DJ's" "parties" using their iPod. I really don't know what all to say about this record- it's a nice short trip, perfect to pop into your car stereo on the way to the grocery store. You can check it out for yourself.


I'm all worked up over the fucking Carolina Hurrican'ts winning tonight on the strength of 9 powerplays. What the fuck is that? Did you know that in the "new" NHL, a blatant elbow to the face is perfectly legal, while simply holding onto your own stick while your opponent tries to take it is a penalty? In the photo below this text, you will see the Penguins taking a penalty for touching Erik Cole. Did you know Cole broke his neck two years ago? Well, the NHL sure does. That's why you're not allowed to touch him. Ever. Of course, it didn't help that I was treated to that immense pile of clothes and hairspray, Tripp Tracy, working himself repeatedly to climax whilst sniffing Eric Staal's sweaty hockey glove. They need to keep that guy high up in the broadcast booth and away from the professionals on the ice. Let him squeeze an FSN intern's butt or something, as long as he keeps his poor "analysis" to himself.

Iceburn "Firon"

FIRON... Iceburn's first LP. Iceburn, if you didn't already know, was a band from Salt Lake City that was formed out of the ashes of Straight Edge heavyweights INSIGHT. Prior to this LP, Iceburn put out the unreal "Burn/Fall" 7", which is available in every used bin in North America. No joke. While the Iceburn many people know is described as "avant-jazz-core-fusion," the "Burn/Fall" 7" and "Firon" lie more on the hardcore side of the tracks. At this point in the 90's, a lot of bands were trying new things. Some of it sucked a dog's dick, ie that Token Entry LP that sounds like RHCP without talent. Some of it, like "Firon," was heavy, passionate, and blew down the walls in terms of expectations and "hardcore" tastes. Rather than falling flat, these songs groove and hammer with the best of their contemporaries. By the time Iceburn surfaced on Revelation, they were busy tuning oboes and sticking their dicks in french horns. What a waste. I guess the 'Burn did a reunion in 2007 in Salt Lake, but I didn't go, nor have I heard from anyone who went. I have a feeling that if there were more than 5 musical instruments on stage, it was about as entertaining as heartburn. Anyway, here's a link to the zip file of the "Firon" LP. I'd suggest putting this on after a double dose of Promethazine for added effect.

Welcome

Hi everyone. If you're reading this, that means you're a friend of mine, so you know what my tastes and tendencies are. I have a ton of CD-R demos, CDs, and records I'll be ripping and uploading for people to check out. If you like what I post, tell a friend. Spread the word. I'll probably talk a little hockey here, too. Sorry.