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FREMONT, Ohio (AP) The Ohio State Highway Patrol says a motorist traveling at more than 125 mph has been charged with vehicular homicide after his car struck a van, killing a couple inside.
A patrol spokeswoman says Andrew D. Gans, of Kent, faces two counts after Thursday night's crash on the Ohio Turnpike.
Staff Lt. Anne Ralston says the 24-year-old Gans suffered injuries that are not life-threatening and was hospitalized for psychiatric evaluation. He was later released from the hospital and taken to Lucas County jail.
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An elderly man in Phoenix calls his son in New York and says, "I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing; forty-five years of misery is enough." "Pop, what are you talking about?" the son screams. "We can't stand the sight of each other any longer," the old man says "We're sick of each other, and I'm sick of talking about this, so you call your sister in Chicago and tell her," and he hangs up. Frantic, the son calls his sister, who explodes on the phone. "Like hell they're getting divorced," she shouts, "I'll take care of this." She calls Phoenix immediately, and screams at the old man, "You are NOT getting divorced. Don't do a single thing until I get there. I'm calling my brother back, and we'll both be there tomorrow. Until then, don't do a thing, DO YOU HEAR ME?" and hangs up. The old man hangs up his phone, too, and turns to his wif e. "Okay," he says, "they're coming for Thanksgiving. Now what do we tell them for Christmas?"
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What cheese is made backwards? Edam.
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little hard to catch my breath, these days
been running hard, feeling like I done gone
and run the marathon without training
They trying to tell me ... That I'm
Under the weather again... humpf.
They are telling me
of all people -- to take it easy...
they don't know me to well, do they ~
Never been much on complaining...
that takes too much energy...
Although it seems that
My body is a wee bit tired lately,
needing a little rest that's all...
too tell the truth
I ain't 'bout ta claim nobody's illness
Not today nor any t'other
I'm standing here for the third time
they say three's a charm... hey--hey Now!
Fat lady sing if you must, but just you know
I ain't going no where, shoot, if the tune be right...
I might just sang along with you...
play me that song sweet music man ~
Tell 'em all I'm still striving to do the best I can...
See I got a whole lot more living to do
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Swiss foxhunters have refused to apologise after police were called when they hung the rotting body of a dead fox from a sign to show people taking part in a hunt at the weekend where to go.
The Berner Jägerverband hunting association which organised the fox hunt with dogs and horses said that local restaurants sometimes hung furs on signs to show the way and there was no difference when they decided to do the same for a fox hunt.
Spokesman Lorenz Hess said: "It was a good hunt – people locally are very pleased when we act to keep the number of foxes down. And it was a good hunt, we managed to finish off five foxes.
"I don't know what all the fuss is about, I don't even know anybody that supposed to what we do because whenever we come across hikers or people in the area they always wave and friendly."
He said he could not explain why the police said that the body was rotten because he claimed most of the flesh had been removed and it was just the fur that had been hung up.
The picture of the dead fox was snapped by a driver after it was left hanging from the sign pointing to Schwandiweg in Bern, Switzerland.
Police were called and remove the body of the dead animal.
Police spokeswoman Alice Born said that the body which had a pungent odour had been nailed to a wooden construction and that they were seeking a talk with hunting officials to discuss the matter.
Policeman Beating Girl, 13, Divides Romania
A Romanian police officer has resigned after a video that has split the country showed him beating a 13-year-old girl in custody who was part of a gang of convicted killers that preyed on the elderly.
Granny Spinner Likely To Escape With 30 GBP Public Order Fine
The Romanian teenager who grabbed a terrified woman and spun her around in the middle of a street for a "joke" is likely to escape with a 30 GBP fine - because his victim is too terrified to file a complaint.
National History Museum shows ancient gold coins returned from UK
The Romanian National History Museum in Bucharest has exhibited a rare collection of ancient gold coins that had vanished and have now been returned from the UK where the customs had held them.
Romanian woman gives a birth for free in Serbian hospital and then leaves a baby
Hospital staff in the northern Serbian town of Pozarevac where shocked when a Romanian woman entered there, gave birth and then secretly left abandoning the baby.
Arctic opens a new fridge production line in Gaesti
Romanian company Arctic has opened a new fridge production line in the town of Gaesti in the south of the country.
Romanian businessmen discuss cooperation with Oman
Businessmen representing Romanian companies will stay in Oman for two days discussing possible ways of cooperation between the two countries.
Serbia is a homeland of vampires, not Romania, claims American journalist
An American journalist has revealed the homeland of vampires is Serbia, not Romania.
Simona Halep wins a tournament in Sofia
Romanian tennis star Simona Halep has won the WTA tournament in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria.
Emil Constantinescu meets president of Azerbaijan
Former President of Romania Emil Constantinescu has met the president of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev in Baku
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One of the most common questions we get from customers who've recently purchased Exile speakers is "How do I install my new Exile Wakeboard Tower Speakers"
The XM9 series tower speakers from Exile Audio are designed for wakeboarding and other water sports where sound needs to reach distances up to 80 feet behind the boat. The only way to project sound at that distance is with a HLCD "horn". By manipulating the way a sound wave articulates, riders behind the boat can listen to crystal clear audio without missing a beat.
For 2014 both the SXT9Q's and XM9's feature a Quick Release Mount system with adjustable clamps that are fully-rotatable for 360 degrees of sound (the universal round clamp will fit most tower sizes 1 7/8″-2 1/2″). Installation for all Exile wakeboard tower speakers is the same and most people can do it with a few tools and the right wiring.
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Sorie Kondi is a blind singer and Kondi virtuoso (he adopted his instrument's name as his own) from Sierra Leone. There's nothing fancy about his production and no team of musicians to distract from the simplicity his compositions. His songs, like "Without Money, No Family" above, are about his tough but resilient life. He also crafts a majority of his own instruments.
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Sierra Leones Refugee All Stars started playing music together in West African refugee camps while their homeland was being racked by years of bloody warfare. Since then, audiences around the world have embraced the band and their utterly extraordinary story.
On their forthcoming album, Rise & Shine, the All Stars sound, as well as their biography, evolves further; the music finds them establishing an identity based as much on skill, imagination and charisma as on their undeniably touching story (The Los Angeles Times).
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Quarterbacks (3)
Starter: Ryan Tannehill
Backups: Matt Moore, Pat Devlin
Analysis: I believe the Dolphins will not keep two veteran QBs on the roster for the entire season due to their impact on the salary cap. Moore ($2.5 million) and Garrard ($2.35 million) have high salaries for 2012 with both being free agents next year. I believe the Dolphins will place Garrard on the injured-reserve (IR) list before finalizing the 53 man roster. This allows him to rehab until he could become available in Week 6. If Tannehill is performing okay by that time, Moore will be traded in Week 6 and Garrard will come off IR becoming the backup — Moore has trade value, especially if a team is in need due to a QB injury. The Dolphins will keep Devlin on the 53 man roster to prevent him from being poached from the practice squad by another team — so far, he has had a pretty good preseason.
Running Backs (4 TBs + 1 FB)
Starters: Reggie Bush, Jorvorski Lane (FB)
Backups: Daniel Thomas, Marcus Thigpen, Lamar Miller
Analysis: I believe Lane will make the roster at FB, although the Dolphins could pickup a FB who has been cut from another team — I personally miss Mr. Automatic Lou Polite. Thigpen will make the roster as a KR and PR on special teams. Ireland will choose Miller over Steve Slaton because of Miller being a 4th round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
Wide Receivers (6)
Starters: Davone Bess, Legedu Naanee
Backups: Roberto Wallace, Marlon Moore, Jeff Fuller, Chris Hogan
Analysis: I believe that there is more to the calf injury of Brian Hartline than the Dolphins have been letting on to — he has missed almost all of preseason to date. He will be placed on IR at the beginning of the season and then become available in Week 6. Wallace, Moore, Fuller, Hogan, Julius Priutt and Rashard Matthews have all shown flashes during the preseason. I think Matthews, Clyde Gates, and B.J. Cunningham have not shown enough. I took Hogan over Pruitt for 7-11 reasons. However, I believe the Dolphins will pickup a veteran WR next weekend making the choice a moot point. Hogan and Pruitt will be placed on the practice squad along with Matthews, if they clear waivers. Fuller will also move to the practice squad in Week 6, when Hartline comes off IR.
Tight Ends (3)
Starter: Anthony Fasano
Backups: Charles Clay, Michael Egnew
Analysis: I believe that Jeron Mastrud should make the roster before Egnew. He is a better blocker for third and short situations. However, Ireland will not admit that he made a poor decision drafting Egnew in the 3rd round of the 2012 NFL Draft — when, he really should have chosen a WR like Mohammed Sanu (Rutgers). Egnew may eventually bite the dust, if a veteran TE (who can threaten the seam and block) becomes available next weekend.
Offensive Linemen (9)
Starters: Jake Long, Richie Incognito, Mike Pouncey, Artis Hicks, Jonathan Martin
Backups: Josh Samuda, Nate Garner, John Jerry, Will Yeatman
Analysis: I believe that Lydon Murtha ($1.927 million) and Ryan Cook ($1 million) will be cut because of lack of performance and salary cap — Jerry ($540,000) and undrafted rookie Samuda, respectively, are more cost effective alternatives. Garner ($1.4 million) is kept for his performance and flexibility over Ray Feinga ($540,000) and Will Barker ($540,000). I chose Yeatman over rookie Andrew McDonald because Yeatman can play TE in a pinch and in 3rd down and short situations — this is a consequence of Ireland wanting to keep Egnew. However, Ireland may pick up a veteran OL next weekend due the fact that Hicks has been somewhat injury prone — this makes Yeatman expendable.
Defensive Linemen (9)
Starters: Cameron Wake, Paul Soliai, Randy Starks, Jared Odrick
Backups: Jamaal Westerman, Kheeston Randall, Tony McDaniel, Derrick Shelby, Olivier Vernon
Analysis: I believe that the Dolphins will keep 9 defensive linemen on the 53 man roster for rotation purposes and to protect against possible injuries. Undrafted rookie Randall beats out Ryan Baker ($615,000) to backup Soliai based on preseason performance. Undrafted rookie Shelby beats out undrafted rookie Jarrell Root based on performance to date, but things could change based on performance in the last two games. I believe that Westerman ($615,000) is on the bubble and could be cut, if a veteran pass rusher becomes available next weekend. Ireland will keep Vernon over Westerman because of Vernon being a 3rd round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
Linebackers (6)
Starters: Karlos Dansby, Kevin Burnett, Koa Misi
Backups: Austin Spitler, Jason Trunsik, Gary Guyton
Analysis: I believe that Trunsik ($1 million) is a real keeper based on his performance in the preseason and play on Special Teams — Philbin really likes Trunsik. To backup Dansby at MLB, the Dolphins keep Spitler ($540,000) over undrafted rookie Cameron Collins based on Spitler's performance in the preseason and play on Special Teams — Philbin likes Spitler. The selection of Guyton ($720,000) over 5th round draft pick Josh Kaddu is based on preseason performance and veteran experience. If Ireland chooses Kaddu for the 53 man roster, this will mean Ireland fears Kaddu will be poached off the practice squad and/or Ireland's inability to admit failure — I believe Kaddu was a very poor pick and Ireland should have selected George Iloka (S – Boise State). Do not be surprised when the Dolphins pick up next weekend a veteran LB, who can cover TEs, to replace Guyton/Kaddu. It is worth noting that Jonathan Freeny has been a real disappointment in the preseason.
Cornerbacks (5)
Starters: Sean Smith, Richard Marshall
Backups: Vonte Davis, Nolan Carroll, Jonathan Wade
Analysis: I believe the Dolphins will keep only 5 CBs based on Safety Jimmy Wilson's ability to also play CB. Smith, Marshall, Davis, and Carroll are locks. Wade beats out Quentin Lawrence based on performance to date. However, do not be surprised if the Dolphins pick up a veteran CB next weekend, if available.
Safeties (4)
Starters: Reshad Jones, Chris Clemons
Backups: Jimmy Wilson, Tyrone Culver
Analysis: I have a funny feeling that the safety positions are not close to being settled. Their overall performance has not been good. Jones seems to be a lock as a starter and Wilson as a good backup. But, I believe Clemons ($1.308 million) and Culver ($800,000) are on shaky ground — based not only on performance, but also on cost. Veterans Anderson Russell and Tyrell Johnson have not looked impressive at all and are not the answer. Next to WR and Offensive Tackle, I think Ireland will most likely add another safety before the start of the season, if a veteran becomes available — keeping in mind that if a better option could be had for around $1.3 million, then Clemons may be let go — he is a free agent in 2013.
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After two sub-par seasons with the Tennessee Titans, former long time Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck drifted off into obscurity, signing a two-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts this past offseason to backup Andrew Luck.
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Andrew Cashner pitched a complete game shutout against the Detroit Tigers as the Padres won the series opener 6-0. Cashner's performance provided a much needed jumpstart to Friars 10-game homestand, and helped the Pads secure their fourth win of the season.
The Padres ace no hit the Tigers through five innings, but Rajai Davis broke up the no-no with a single to centerfield just out of the reach of Jedd Gyorko in the top of the sixth. Davis' single was the first and last hit off #34.
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Pumpkin Maple Donuts
for the donuts
- 3 tablespoons brown butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Autumn Maple Beer
- 1 envelope instant dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 large egg
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups bread flour
- 1 1/4 cups pastry flour
for the cinnamon sugar topping
- 1/2 cup brown butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
for the donuts
- in a microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk and Autumn Maple beer, whisking together completely.
- microwave in 10 second increments until the mixture reaches 105 degrees F.
- once the mixture is 105 degrees F, pour into the bowl of a stand mixer and add the package of yeast. stir gently to combine, and allow to stand for 5 minutes.
- after 5 minutes, add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, egg, egg yolks and pumpkin puree.
- attach the dough hook to the mixer, and mix on medium speed for 30 seconds to 1 minute to ensure the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- add the bread flour and pastry flour, and mix on medium-high speed for 4-6 minutes, or until the dough is soft and sticky.
- transfer the dough to a buttered bowl with tall sides, and cover the top of the bowl with plastic wrap. allow to sit on the counter for about 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
- you can also refrigerate the dough overnight at this stage if not making the doughnuts immediately. when you're ready to make them, just take the bowl out of the fridge and let it sit on the counter at room temperature for about 30-40 minutes.
- once the dough has doubled in size, scrape it out of the bowl and onto a well-floured surface. make sure you flour your hands as well, as this dough is very sticky!
- knead the dough for about 1 minute to punch it down, adding a little more flour if the dough becomes too sticky to work with.
- line 2-3 baking sheets with parchment paper, and set aside.
- using a floured rolling pin, roll out the dough to approximately 1/2" thick.
- using a floured 3" cutter, cut out doughnut rounds from the dough, and transfer the rounds to the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2" between each doughnut.
- re-roll the scraps and continue cutting out doughnuts until all the dough has been used.
- using a floured small cutter, anywhere from 1/2"-1" in diameter, punch out the center of each doughnut and transfer the small doughnut holes to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- once all of the doughnuts are cut out, cover the baking sheets with plastic wrap and allow to rise in a warm spot for about an hour. you can let them rise for up to 90 minutes, but don't let them go longer than that or they will over-proof and not bake properly.
- preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- in a medium bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the doughnut topping, and set aside.
- bake the 3" round doughnuts for 20 minutes, or until light golden brown, and bake the doughnut holes for 10 minutes until golden.
for the brown butter
- place butter in a small saucepan over high heat, and allow to melt. swirl the pan occasionally, and the butter will begin to make popping and hissing sounds as it bubbles up and the milk solids cook.
- as soon as the milk solids have turned brown and the butter smells nutty, remove it from the heat and allow to cool.
assembling the donuts
- remove the doughnuts from the oven.
- one at a time, dip each doughnut into the cooled melted brown butter, making sure both sides are coated. transfer to the cinnamon sugar, and make sure all sides are coated well.
- repeat with remaining doughnuts and doughnut holes.
- serve immediately with a chilled glass of Autumn Maple beer!
- these doughnuts are best just baked and served warm, but they will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
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Fermin is the lead farmer at Finca Patricia, a producer group in Cortés, Honduras, that has been working with TechnoServe to improve the quality of their cocoa beans and access a specialty market. TechnoServe helped Finca Patricia identify elite native varieties and facilitated a connection to Askinosie, a gourmet chocolate maker based in Springfield, Missouri.
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Opera in the Outback
While interviewing the director of an upcoming opera at Michigan State University, we got sidetracked into a conversation about how exciting cultural events are constantly taking place outside of the major cultural centers. Next weekend, MSU is performing the university premiere of a Spanish-language opera, Florencia en el Amazonas.
It's a show that has created a lot of buzz for them within the opera community all around the world. In addition to several performances with preview lectures by the composer, Daniel Catán, they will be webcasting live the April 1 performance. They've also opened up a blog that all cast and crew members were invited to contribute to throughout the process.
Director Melanie Helton has had several conversations with the composer in the weeks leading up to the performance. One of the things that he told her was that the New York Metropolitan Opera already has plans to program this opera in the next couple years--after they find the perfect soprano. Helton pointed out that Lansing audience can leave "with the idea that they've got a little bit of a jump on the Met."
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Take a break from the cold!
Reasons to do a quick winter weekend escape from NY to LA
Don't get me wrong, I heart NY but in the winter when she's chilling to the bone, there's nothing like some vitamin D from California sunshine to bust a nut in my NY winter blues.
The NY-LA flight sounds like a horrific schlep to most, but if your trip is short enough, it'll be too fast for your body to realize it's in a different time zone. Plus, a day of sun is enough - if you're anything like me, you've got to get back to NY ASAP - cuz as New Yorkers, we've got things to do.
Do a Friday night flight out of JFK or LGA (like 9pm) and a Sunday afternoon return (these tickets are cheaper and 1.5 days in LA should be enough to rejuvenate you). Be sure to check out weekend specials from different airlines for the weekend you're going.
Still not convinced? Here's a sample NY-LA itinerary so you can visualize it.
Day 1 (Friday)
Depart from JFK at 9pm (flights are cheaper at this time) and arrive at midnight (3am EST). You'll be so exhausted from the journey that you'll definitely get a good night's sleep. The flight is about 5 to 6 hours, so bring your work with you. The more work you do on the plane is less work that you do when you get back to NY on Monday. Also, a pair of Bose noise cancelling headphones helps drown out the noises of crying brats.
Where to stay:
I like boutique hotels and I'm a big fan of the Joie de Vivre chain. Offbeat and funky, you're sure to get a creative experience. For an up close and personal encounter with Venice Beach, stay at Hotel Erwin - right smack dab in the middle of the trendy tattooed and the beach. A short walk from the cool shops and dining options on Abbott Kinney, you can also grab breakfast from the hotel's restaurant Barlo and sit on Hotel Erwin's roofdeck and enjoy your coffee with a spectacular 360 degree view of the beach.
If you're the neurotic sort who'll be freaked out come Sunday about missing your flight back to the Big Apple for that really important meeting on Monday, why not stay right by the airport? Custom Hotel (another Joie de Vivre hotel) offers a hip alternative to the normal airport hotel, with a fun 1960's mod theme with simple lines and great hospitality. You can walk across the street and easily grab a bus to the beach and free yourself from the burden of finding parking.
Day 2 (Saturday)
Wake up early (6am PST is 9am EST), New Yorkers don't sleep anyway so why not make the most of California. I'd say the things that Cali has over NY is the great weather and the fresh produce, so get yourself outdoors to a Farmer's Market. Try Santa Monica Farmer's Market.
After pecking at all of the Farmer Market's offerings (vegan wraps, spanish omelettes, raw pudding, freshly pressed juices, a petting zoo complete with baby goats and furry chicken(?) - someone please explain that to me - and more), rent a bike from Perry's Cafe just down the beach off Ocean Blvd and bike along the beach towards the Pacific Palisades. When you get to a sleepy stretch of beach, hop off that bike and lay on the sand for a minute. And not a NY minute. Try for an LA minute - which usually runs about 15 minutes real time.
After a day on the beach, drive up the PCH for an early dinner at Reel Inn for some real Malibu style dining - fresh fish (cod, salmon, tilapia, shrimps, crabs, etc) right across the beach - you can sit inside this wooden seafood shack or on it's large outdoor patio. Bring a sweater because despite the sunny days, it gets chilly at night.
For a slightly fancier Malibu dining experience or just a place to grab some drinks, try Moonshadows - a bar and restaurant that hangs right over the beach. You'll feel like you're dining right on top the water, minus that bobbling boat feeling. There's great marine bird watching after the sun sets.
Day 3 (Sunday)
Your flight leaves at 4:30pm so use the morning to explore the shops on Abbott Kinney and grab a bite at Gjelina before you endure terrible plane food. In fact, you should get food FOR the plane from Gjelina's new take out counter because ANYTHING tastes better than airplane peanuts and pretzels.
Another idea is to grab some Mexican fare - guacamole tastes WAAY better in LA than it does in NY - from a spot called Baja Cantina in Marina del Rey. They've got AMAZING warm chips and salsa and the ambience is as laid back as it gets.
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There has been a broadly sceptical response from agents to the announcement by Agents' Mutual's portal OnTheMarket that it has started making exceptions to its controversial 'one other portal' rule for existing and potential members.
Strutt & Parker has compared its latest figures for the value of property transacted in prime London with those achieved by the firm in the third quarter of last year - with startling results.
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Flying under the radar for most of his career, Sean Kilpatrick grabbed America's attention this season, leading the Cincinnati Bearcats to a stellar 27-7 record and a 4-seed in the 2014 NCAA Tournament. He notched career-highs in points per game, steals, assists and free throw percentage. He earned himself first team All-America honors and was in discussion for Player of the Year for much of the season. Now that his collegiate career is over, he's ready to take his chances in the 2014 NBA Draft.


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The Distorted Waltz
Introducing, in this corner, The Distorted Waltz, an alternative rock band from Saginaw, Michigan.
Musicians Andy Jeglic, Matt Hofmann, and Cody Marecek have a history of performing together dating back to 2006, when high schoolers Jeglic (guitarist/vocalist) and Hofmann (bassist) were seeking a drummer for their garage band. A chance encounter with the then 13 year old Marecek led to the first incarnation of The Distorted Waltz. After years of spontaneous jamming, a decision was made to record music professionally.
The result was a year of on and off recording, resulting in the eponymous 2012 debut album "The Distorted Waltz". Touching on a wide variety of inspirations, including blues, ska, and grunge, The Distorted Waltz creates a melting pot of genres, resulting in a truly unique and eclectic sound that is rapidly gaining attention in the region.
For a debut album that's been years in the making, The Distorted Waltz is a refreshing blend of classic alt sound and vocals that are at just the right level. I thoroughly enjoyed the amount of variety that was presented in the album, a lot of the songs contrast against one another in a subtle way (for instance, 'Burn' and 'Boat On Boiling Water'). However one downside is that the quality of the music varies a bit from song to song, possibly because of the time span between recordings. It's a minor detail that could have really boosted the production value of the album from good, to fantastic.
All in all though, 'The Distorted Waltz' is full of amazing talent and a sound that's lively and fresh. I'd love to see these guys work on future albums or live shows and can't wait to hear what they put together next. Before you go be sure to pick up your copy of their debut album and throw a few likes their way on the band's Facebook.


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Matakana Village self contained two bedroomed cottage
#8394 - Matakana - Bach or holiday home - Listed May 2009 - Shortlisted by 312 members
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- Very restful location on the tree lined banks of the Matakana River.
- Perfect for groups of friends with five beds available, or for family groups.
- Excellent outdoor patio for BBQ evenings.
Bed and Breakfast right in Matakana Village. Stylish,private, self contained 2 bedroom cottage.
Both beds are queen sized and there is a modern comfortable bed settee in the lounge should that be needed.
The cottage is within easy walking distance of all the Matakana attractions.
Riverbank location.Amazing native bird life. A short walk to Cinemas restaurants, and quality shopping. Markets Saturday and Wednesday.3 restaurants, 3 Cinema theatres,15 shops an art gallery and a great general store.
Close to great beaches at Omaha, Tawharanui and Mathesons bay, two super golf courses and 28 different vineyards!
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Stay for 4 nights and pay for 3 nights! Not valid for periods where last minute discount applies. Free night applies to lowest priced night. Excludes school & public holidays. Mid Week Winter Special (June 2nd to September 1st)
Special conditions
One night stays on weekends in January and February are subject to a $25 cleaning fee.
"Smoking allowed outside only". Minimum 5 nights at New Year.
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