English Beat/Fishbone/Outlaw Nation: 2/24/10

Wednesday I saw The English Beat, Fishbone, and Outlaw Nation at Rams Head Live!. It was a great show, and notably my first since turning 21. First up was Outlaw Nation, who I had never heard of before. They were really good, an all-black reggae-hip-hop band. I can't say that their set was too memorable, but still I'd love to see them again.

Next up was Fishbone, and this was my first time ever seeing them. All I have to say is "wow". They've been around for around 30 years and Angelo, the front man, still has energy that is practically unmatched. He did cartwheels, dove into the crowd, and still sang/played sax perfectly. The other highlight of their set was when HR from Bad Brains came out to sing a song as well.

Finally was The English Beat, on their 31st anniversary tour. This was my third time seeing them, and once again they were amazing. Not too much to say, just their set was great.

As I said earlier, this was my first show being 21. While this was bad for my wallet and liver, I had a great time, especially having the stamp of the club on my hand and not longer Sharpie X's that take days to wash off.

Thanks Blondeshells for the picture! JAMAICA TOMORROW......

Rules for being a Red Socks Fan

As I said In my rules for being a Yankee fan, fake Yankee fans are the only thing I hate more than real Red Sock fans. Well, I lied. I hate fake Red Sock fans more. I actually have respect for real Red Sock fans in that they are baseball fans of a real level. But unfortunately, not everyone who likes the Red Socks is a real Sock fan. Most are fake, as is the case with Yankee Fans. Since I have rules for being a Yankee fan, I think it's only fair I have rules for being a Red Sock Fan.

Once again, these rules are just things I came up with that I think a Red Sock fan SHOULD know. A good basis for this is that I know this, so as a real Red Sock fan you should know too. Again, if you do not know these facts it doesn't mean you cannot root for the Red Socks. However, if you don't know these facts, then I DON'T WANT TO HEAR WHAT YOU HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THE RED SOCKS. You have no right to brag to me because you are not a real fan. Hopefully this will motivate you to actually start caring.

The Rules:

1. You know the team's real name prior to being called the Red Sox (I even put an x this time)
2. You know what year was NOT Babe Ruth's last year with the Red Socks
3. Also, you know what position he mostly played for Boston
4. Also, you know that Babe Ruth ended his career in Boston, but for what team?
5. I can spell Yaz's last name, can you?
6. You know the number of World Serieses the Red Socks have won
7. I know 6/7 of the Red Socks' retired numbers, you should be able to name at least 4
8. Although it didn't go through, Joe Dimaggio was one traded for whom....
9. And despite that, you know why Dimaggio isn't necessarily a bad name in Red Sock history
10. You hate these names for obvious reasons: Dent and Boone
11. You hate these names but should love them too: Buckner, Clemens, Wells, Boggs and Mike Torrez
12. Speaking of Bill Bucker, you know what happened as a result of his error (hint: it didn't lose the World Series)
13. You recognize the following names of players from recent teams: Eric Hinske, Tony Clark, Mike Timlin, Tom Gordon, Bill Mueller, Troy O'Leary, Mike Stanley, Coco Crisp, Keith Foulke, Wade Miller, and Edgar Renteria

I know these might be a little harsh, but still I feel that they are common knowledge enough by a Boston fan that they should know them. So review these. If you don't know the answers, please continue to root for the Red Socks, but please don't talk to me about them.

99 Songs of Revolution Part 1.

March 16th. 11 Songs by Streetlight Manifesto. Well, cover songs. Here's the track list.

"Birds Flying Away" (originally by Mason Jennings)
"Hell" (originally by Squirrel Nut Zippers)
"Just" (originally by Radiohead)
"Skyscraper" (originally by Bad Religion)
"Punk Rock Girl" (originally by The Dead Milkmen)
"Linoleum" (originally by NOFX)
"Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard" (originally by Paul Simon)
"They Provide the Paint" (originally by Bandits of the Acoustic Revolution)
"Red Rubber Ball" (originally by The Cyrkle)
"The Troubador" (originally by Louis Jordan)
"Such Great Heights" (originally by The Postal Service)

I've heard "Linoleum" live, and heard the sample online for that and "Punk Rock Girl". Also heard "They Provide the Paint" live before too. So far so good. Can't wait

Are You Ready for Some Football?

Cause I'm ready for it to be over. It's not that I don't like football. I do like it, and I like watching it. I just don't care. Not the slightest bit. I kind of like the Chargers and the Saints, but if New Orleans loses tonight I won't be the slightest bit upset.

What really matters? 11 days until pitchers and catchers report to spring training. Now it is far too early to get into any predicting or speculation about the season, but it is not too early to get excited. This season should be a good one...unless the Yankees suck. Then it will be a terrible season.

Since its too early I won't have much to say yet besides how excited I am.

Go Saints....or whatever.