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""Many years ago, our company founder, Al Conklin, sold a new twin-engine business aircraft to a very successful entrepreneur. He had established a bit of a rapport with the individual and, after the sale, asked him straight out, 'How can you justify the cost of this airplane?' His reply? 'What is the cost of a divorce?'"–David Wyndham, president, Conklin & de Decker"
Bombardier's Learjet 40XR
Cut two feet off the Learjet 45's fuselage, throw out two passenger seats, drain 100 gallons of fuel and this is what you get: a $9.46 million bullet that is sexy, leggy and fast. It's called the Learjet 40XR.
Unless you view this airplane through engineering and manufacturing lenses, it's easy to be skeptical about it. When Bombardier was looking for a successor for the Learjet 31A, it saved a pile of money by essentially taking the Model 45 to the chop shop rather than developing a true "clean sheet of paper" airplane. The Learjet 40 shares the 45's engines, avionics, wing, cockpit and fuselage cross-section, but it costs $2.4 million less.
It's easy to see the marketing logic in this. After an extremely difficult gestation period, the nine-passenger (plus two pilots) Model 45 turned out to be a fine airplane and offered the market a unique value proposition: midsize-cabin capability like you'd find in a Hawker 800XP or Cessna Citation XLS mated to the direct operating costs of a smaller Citation Encore or Beechjet. That, and (as our friends in England would say) it was faster than stink (464 knots). But to get full range (2,032 nautical miles) from the 45, you can take only four passengers with full fuel. Five seats (if you count the belted potty) are basically wasted.
Work began on the Learjet 45 in 1992 and deliveries started in 1998. More than 350 currently are in service. When Bombardier announced the 40 in 2002, it already had a big body of knowledge on its key systems and performance, thanks to its experience with the 45. Deliveries of the 40 began in 2004.
Later that year, Bombardier started deliveries of a longer-range variant of the 45, the Learjet 45XR. The aircraft features a 1,000-pound increase in maximum takeoff weight, slightly more fuel capacity and a pair of up-rated Honeywell TFE731-20-BR engines that reduced balanced field length at higher temperatures, improved time to climb and delivered better high-speed cruise. Under certain circumstances, the 45XR's performance improvement is dramatic. For example, out of Aspen, Colo., the 45XR with eight passengers will fly almost 1,000 nautical miles farther than a standard Learjet 45. The 45XR also had a restyled cabin with more comfortable seats, additional legroom and better lighting.
Those changes, including the engines, were incorporated into the Learjet 40 beginning in 2006 and retroactively to older models via compliance with a company service bulletin. These airplanes are known as the Learjet 40XR. As in the 45XR, the up-rated engines deliver dramatically better performance in high/hot conditions. For example, taking off from Jackson Hole, Wyo., with full fuel and six passengers, a
40XR will fly 936 nautical miles farther than a Model 40. Time to Teterboro, N.J.: three hours and 39 minutes.
The 40XR's maximum range increased to 1,808 nautical miles and maximum takeoff weight to a healthy 21,000 pounds. Payload with full fuel is a respectable 2,014 pounds. That's 200 miles more range than a Cessna Citation Encore offers and 45 knots faster cruise speed, but the same speed and slightly less range than a Beechjet provides. The 40XR's time to climb to 43,000 feet is a brisk 23 minutes and it has a ceiling of 51,000 feet. It can comfortably operate out of 5,000-foot runways with full loads. The electronic braking system, trailing link main landing gear and massive Dee Howard thrust reversers combine for soft landings and sure-footed and smooth stopping power. At maximum landing weight, the 40XR will stop in less than 2,700 feet.
The flat-floor, oval-shaped passenger cabin measures 17 feet, 9 inches long and has a cross-section of 4 feet, 11 inches high by 5 feet, 1 inch wide. Overall cabin volume is 363 cubic feet. You'll find a small closet and a refreshment center opposite the main entry door. The six individual reclining passenger seats are arranged in a forward club-four configuration with two forward-facing seats behind them. The seats have in-base and floor tracking and slide and swivel motions, and you can raise or lower the outboard seat arms. One operator who flies both the 45 and the 40 said the latter has more passenger legroom.
Foldout tables deploy from the cabin sidewalls. A large lavatory with sink, belted flushing potty and 15-cubic-foot wardrobe is in the aft cabin.
The airplane has no auxiliary power unit and its single-zone air conditioning is controlled from the cockpit. The cabin has iPod connectivity and can be equipped with XM radio, CD and DVD players and 12-inch forward and aft cabin monitors.
Other than those in-flight entertainment components, the 40XR has few cabin options, save upgraded carpets, veneers and plating.
The cockpit is built around Honeywell's Primus 1000 avionics system. All flight and navigation information is displayed on four eight- by seven-inch screens that incorporate engine and crew alert data. The system allows maintenance crews to download diagnostic information directly to laptops, which lets them troubleshoot the avionics and engines more quickly. Unlike the Encore, the 40XR must be flown with two pilots.
Northern Jet Management in Grand Rapids, Mich., operates three 40XRs more than 400 hours each per year on trips averaging 800 miles. Company president Chuck Cox said that even customers who are used to bigger airplanes like Hawker 800s find the 40XRs comfortable. "Customers love the airplane," Cox added. "It has a much bigger feel than what they expect."
Cox also said that, thanks to Bombardier's Chicago parts depot, his company gets good parts support and service. Because of the airplane's fast cruise speed
and high service ceiling, he noted, his hourly operating costs are in line with those of slower, smaller airplanes.
At a Glance
Price (2009 dollars): $9.46 million
Passengers (standard): 6-7
Pilots: 2
Range: 1,808 nm
Maximum cruising speed: 465 kt
Maximum takeoff weight: 21,000 lb
Fuel capacity: 802 gal
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Student Media
Lewis & Clark exhibit coming
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Remembered on a stamp and coin is Sacagawea, Shoshone guide and interpreter for the Corps of Discovery expedition of 1804-06.
The St. Cloud State University library is hosting the "Lewis & Clark and the Indian Country" traveling exhibit, through Dec. 11.
The 1,000-square-foot exhibit is on the second floor of the James W. Miller Learning Resources Center. The exhibit is free and open to the public, and organizers encourage groups and classes to take advantage of this unique educational opportunity.
Elements of "Lewis & Clark and the Indian Country" will depict Indian Country prior to the arrival of Lewis and Clark and will bring local audiences new perspectives on the encounters of Lewis and Clark's Corps of Discovery with Native Americans between 1804 and 1806.
The exhibit tells the story of the explorers' historic expedition from the perspective of the Native peoples who lived along their route. During their journey to the Pacific coast and back, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark and their small group of voyagers crossed the traditional homelands of more than 50 Native American tribes.
"Lewis & Clark and the Indian Country" examines this monumental meeting of cultures and examines the past and present effects of that encounter on the lives of the tribes that still live in the region. Among the Native American nations that crossed paths with Lewis and Clark and continue to live in the same area, on greatly reduced tribal lands, are the Blackfeet, Nez Perce, Umatilla, Mandan and Walla Walla. These tribes are committed to carrying on the ways of life and values of their ancient cultures, as well as upholding their languages and traditions.
St. Cloud State University will offer several public programs to accompany the exhibit:
- Fred Hoxie, the exhibit's curator and Swanlund Professor of History at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, will present the lecture "Getting Lewis and Clark Right: Who Cares? Why Worry?" 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, in the Miller Center Auditorium.
- The opening reception for the exhibition follows the Hoxie lecture at 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, on the Miller Center's second floor. The opening reception is hosted by the St. Cloud State University library and sponsored by the Northern Great Plains History Conference.
- "Intercultural Relations in Central Minnesota," a panel discussion, is 7 p.m. Oct. 21 in Voyageurs South, Atwood Memorial Center. Panelists are Hedy Tripp, Create CommUNITY; Eddah Mutua-Kombo, Communication Studies; Mary Sam, Mille Lacs Area Human Rights Commission. Moderating the panel is Darlene St. Clair, director of the Multicultural Resource Center and a Mdewakantonwan Dakota.
- A workshop for elementary, secondary, community college and university educators will be offered 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, in the Miller Center, Rooms 114/115. This workshop is designed to encourage teachers to use the exhibit in their classroom instruction and promote local students and classes to view the exhibit and attend programming.
- Craig Howe (Oglala Lakota), director of the Center for American Indian Research and Native Studies (CAIRNS) and faculty member at Oglala Lakota College on the Pine Ridge Reservation, will present the lecture "Hate Speech, Horses, and Hostages: The Untold Story of Lewis & Clark in Teton Territory" from 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, in the Miller Center Auditorium. A reception will follow.
- Lise Erdrich (Turtle Mountain Ojibwe) will read her children's book "Sacagawea" and present a program for youth from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at the St. Cloud Public Library in the Mississippi Room. Erdrich has worked the last 25 years in various tribal programs, the Indian Health Service and the Bureau of Indian Education. She currently works at the Circle of Nations School in Wahpeton, North Dakota.
View details about "Lewis & Clark and the Indian Country."
The exhibit draws upon original documents in the rich Native American collections of the Newberry Library, and in the collections of the Washington State Historical Society, the Minnesota Historical Society and other institutions. Photographs of handwritten documents, maps, paintings and drawings provide a colorful background for the story of the encounter.
Organized by the Newberry Library, Chicago, in cooperation with the American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office, "Lewis & Clark and the Indian Country" was made possible by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH): great ideas brought to life. Additional support came from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The Sara Lee Foundation is the lead corporate sponsor; Ruth C. Ruggles and the National Park Service also supported the exhibit.
Public programs are supported by the following St. Cloud State University divisions: The American Indian Center, Office of Academic Affairs, College of Social Sciences, Learning Resources & Technology Services, the Multicultural Resource Center and the Department of History.
The Miller Center is one of 23 libraries in the nation chosen to host the exhibit.
Darlene St. Clair, director, Multicultural Resource Center, Learning Resources & Technology Services, 320-308-6476, firstname.lastname@example.com
Robert W. Galler, associate professor, Department of History, 320-308-4902, email@example.com
University Communications
St. Cloud State University

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In order to be competitive against Advanced Micro Devices and Intel Corp. in the long-term future, Nvidia Corp. needs to have access to x86 technology or seek partnerships with companies developing various system-on-chip processors, according to an analyst. Among the potential partners are named companies like Via Technologies or Qualcomm.
Starting next year mainstream central processing units from companies like AMD or Intel will have integrated graphics controllers that will be able to render 3D games and accelerate consumer applications. As a result, it will be much harder for Nvidia to maintain its graphics market share due to declining demand towards standalone graphics chips for desktops and rapid depreciation of third-party core-logic sets market. That said, Nvidia will have to either offer system-on-chips akin to AMD Fusion or Intel Sandy-Bridge by taking over Via Technologies or by establishing a joint-venture with the latter since virtually this is virtually the only company that has x86 license and which actually makes microprocessors.
"We believe that NVDA may need to move aggressively and acquire x86 processor capability through licensing or a merger with Via Technologies (Taiwan)," said analyst Krishna Shankar from ThinkEquity market research company in a note to clients, reports International Business Times.
The recent settlement between Intel and the Federal Trade Commission forces Intel to modify its intellectual property agreements with AMD, Nvidia, and Via Technologies so that those companies have more freedom to consider mergers or joint ventures with other companies, without the threat of being sued by Intel for patent infringement; additionally, Intel was obliged to offer to extend Via's x86 licensing agreement for five years beyond the current agreement, which expires in 2013. Potentially, all of the above allows Nvidia to acquire Via Technologies or form a joint-venture that would sell CPU-GPU hybrid chips compatible with x86 instructions sets.
Nvidia may also merge or partner with other companies, such as Broadcom or Qualcomm in order to provide them graphics technology for their system-on-chip devices. However, this does not seem likely, considering Nvidia's concentration on chip business and very low revenue that technology licensing currently brings to the company.
"Alternatively, Nvidia should explore more radical strategic partnering/mergers with larger competitors such as Broadcom, Marvell Technologies, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Qualcomm, etc., in order to compete with Intel. We believe that pursing the status quo may increasingly not be viable. In our opinion, a strategic acquirer may have to pay a premium of 50-100% to acquire Nvidia," said Mr. Shankar.
This is not the first time in the recent years when independent financial analysts claim that Nvidia needs to have access to microprocessor technologies. The company itself admits that in future microprocessors will not disappear and next-generation personal computers, servers and exascale systems will need both serial CPUs and highly-parallel GPUs. As a result, companies like Intel will still have to compete against Nvidia in the field of accelerators.
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Unashamed Francophiles, unite and picnic. For the second year, Columbus is enjoying a tres Francais party under the stars, modeled after an elegant and exclusive event in Paris. In our Midwestern affair, though, participants pay a very egalitarian $10 to attend, dress in white and pack sumptuous meals to be shared on a summer evening.
Local grocery stores The Hills Market and Huffman's Market are selling special Fete en Blanc picnic packages, and Pistacia Vera is encouraging consumption of beaucoup macarons with a 15 percent discount for Fete-goers.
Best of all, the location is kept secret and revealed only to ticket-holders on Friday afternoon. Snap up tickets now — they are going quickly.


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MPF's 2012 Year In Review
Yes, it is only October 29th. A lot of people would say that is way too early to start doing a review thread for 2012. Some have already started. But I think its the perfect time for me to get into the groove and show off the Best, Worst and Meh in music.
As you guys have to know by now with how much i promote it, I have a weekly syndicated radio show. One of the best and worst things about the show is getting promos. For the average person that's "FUCK YEAH, I DON"T HAVE TO PAY FOR MUSIC, WAAAAAAH HOOOOOOOO!" for me it's awesome to get to check out so many bands, but it is also a gigantic burden to try to get to every single album that I get. Including music I got as promos, albums I got from bands, music I got from labels, and music I bought myself Without including the music I have yet to load into iTunes. I have 45GBs.....yes, you read that right 45 GIGABYTES of music this year. Over 4700 songs!!!!
Don't get nervous I'm not reviewing all of them. By the time I got to do that It would 2015, and I wouldn't have had the chance to check out any of the music from 2013-2014 music scene. So instead what I will be doing is somewhat similar to what I have done in past years. I will be picking random albums from iTunes Shuffle and reviewing them based off of what pops up first. and review until I hit all the albums I wanna cover, or at least have been able to check out more then twice.
This excludes my Top 20 of year, which is set in stone at this point. The reason for that is on January 1st, 2013, my radio show will be airing my top 20 of 2012, and I will not be releasing those until then *Unless you read my Facebook, then you probably know what it all is*
Starting when i wake up tomorrow I will be making this thread start. My goal behind this is to show off some music you may not have known about otherwise. It is all set in Rock and Metal *It's all I have had time for this year*
I hope you guys will dig what you will read and discover new music!
[B]Alright, Let's Get Busy.
*Reminder, none of these albums are in any order, it is all randomized through iTunes. It is a rating scale out of 10, as I normally do. And honestly, if you don't see this or particular album it is either because they are in my Top 20, or I never knew it existed.*[/B]
[B]1.) Circus Maximus- Nine[/B]
At first I wasn't a Circus Maximus fan. From what I heard on their first two albums I just thought of them as Dream Theater clones with no inspiration. But when Nine came out, I decided to give this one a real fair chance....and I'm glad I did. It didn't make my top 20 this year but It did make my top 30 for sure. there is so much Prog goodness going around, and they have found their own real true sound now. Nine is easily their most accessible album to date. If you need some really good Prog Metal from different sources. This is one that deserves your attention!
2.) The Night Flight Orchestra- Internal Affairs[/B]
Speed from Soilwork playing Classic Rock and 70's inspired Prog Rock, what honestly could be better? Internal Affairs seems to me has not been promoted much at all, and it should be. This is an absolute throw back 1975. Classic Guitar leads, catchy accessible Poppy Rock, Piano driven, some double bass. Boston meets Fleetwood Mac meets Yes Meets Elton John meets Thin Lizzy. Its overall just a real feel good album from beginning to end. For the classic Rock fans, or Soilwork fans who want something non-metal. Pick this up immediately!
3.) Del Ammand- Cosmic Gods Episode I: Hyperspeed[/B]
If Therion added Djent to their sound, Or Meshuggah played Power Metal, you get Del Ammand. Its the only way I know how to describe it. It's Symphonic Power Metal played on 7-8 strings. The idea of it is pretty awesome if done right. This wile pretty cool is a bit much to really take in upon first listen, it takes a bit of time to fully grasp everything going on on this album. I think by the time of their next album it might be a bit more digestible, but this album does feel like a cluster at times. I'm not saying its bad by any means, but just a bit too much going on. That said if you feel adventurous, check this one out.
4.) Vaura- Selenelion[/B]
Toby Driver playing bass with Dysrhythmia. Yeah it is as sexy as it sounds. It's a very experimental album. It combines the best of both worlds, the experimentation of Kayo Dot and maudlin of the Well, with the musicianship of Dysrhythmia. And it turns out fantastic. This is the kind of album where if you are like me, aren't too big into Kayo Dot and miss the maudlin of the Well days. This should be right up your alley. I love it.
5.) Apocalipsis- Apocalipsis[/B]
Instrumental Sludge Metal/Post Metal. One of the first, if not the first album I heard this year all the way back in January. It is a fantastic album to listen to in short doses. when listened to all the way through, it does get a bit one sided and almost bland. I think a lot of that has to do with the genre of music and lack of vocals. But when listen to 3-4 songs at a time. It is brilliant. Excellent musicianship and songwriting and one hell of a debut album.
6.) Black Pyramid- II[/B]
Somewhat like the name suggests, Black Pyramid is heavily influenced by Black Sabbath and Stoner/Sludge Doom Metal. Don't be scared, its all clean vocals. There is a lot of Stoner jams in, the last song alone is 15 minutes long. But the Sabbath, real Black Sabbath influence is undeniable here. It is a very good throw back to the late 70s Metal scene, and I am honestly surprised I don't hear more love for these guys. Its very catchy Heavy Metal that doesn't get boring. Iommi fans take notice!
7.) Black Breath- Sentenced To Life[/B]
Black Breath is a very Blacked Death Metal, Hardcore band. Its very high energy like Hardcore, but with an undeniable Blackened Death Metal overtone. The vocals unlike most music in this genre are very understandable and fit the music quite well. If you wanna hear a Venom, Slayer and early day Corrosion of Conformity mixture, it is Black Breath. And this album is no different. Its a great album to put on when you are pissed and wanna thrash for a good half hour or so. Again like most bands in this style, there is not much dynamics going on, but fits the mood when you need something chaotic.
8.) Gespenst- The Bloodline[/B]
Very dynamic Post Rock here. Unlike a lot of post Rock bands that do like to stay at the same tempo. Gespenst does actually change things up a bit here. They aren't reinventing the wheel, but what they do is pretty damn fantastic. It gets quite heavy at time, all while keeping the Post Rock edge, which is quite appreciated. This is definitely a band worth checking out for very dynamic Post Rock, which is absolutely needed more.
9.) Kayo Dot- Gamma Knife[/B]
Funny enough this does pop up so close to Vaura, and in the first 10 albums no less. This I do have to say is my favorite Kayo Dot album, but with that said, I'm still not really into it. The song, Rite Of Goetic Evocation is my favorite Kayo Dot song to date, and one of my favorite songs of the year, but the rest of the album/EP does really fall short to me. I miss maudlin of the Well so much, and Kayo Dot does try to continue on, but it's just not the same. If you are a Toby Driver fan, by all means give this a listen and buy it, but at the same time don't go in full expectations. Hopefully you do dig Rite Of Goetic Evocation.
10.) Propaghandi- Failed States[/B]
Very Heavy Politically influenced Punk Rock. When it comes to political bands. I don't like to hear music on either side of any issue, but at long as the music is good I can dig it. and that is thee case for Propaghandi. Its metal influenced amongst the Punk Rock vibe and it gels so very well together. Bad Religion meets Kill Em All era Metallica. That's definitely my bag, baby. If you the kind of person who is like me and doesn't like Politics in your music, just listen for it musically, I swear its worth it if you like Fast paced Metal influenced Punk Rock.
And that's it for now. I plan on doing this roughly 10 albums at a time, and there is bound to be at least 2 bands up there that you haven't really heard of before. That's a good start!
Will be back with more later....at some point!
[B]11.) Xandria- Neverworld's End[/B]
One of the better Female Fronted Symphonic Metal bands around. I have a really hard time getting into this genre for the sheer operatic vocal style that is just really hard for me to handle for long periods of time. Xandria does it right though. It's not overbearing and fits right along with the music. While there is nothing really groundbreaking on this album it is a very solid piece of Symphonic Metal that those who enjoy the genre will love.
12.) Narrows- Painted[/B]
Mathcore that is somewhat understandable. Those who have created Mathcore in the past are the only ones capable of pulling this off right. and with the supergroup featuring members of Botch, These Arms are Snakes amongst other bands) have created what would sound like if Every Time I Die didn't have the poppy sections yet didn't try to be brutal either. they are just writing a genre they love to play, and it comes off fantastic. Intelligent, head bang worthy Mathcore. Not album of the year worthy, but a great listen.
13.) Coldworker- The Doomsayer's Call[/B]
Deathgrind, a style of music that is really hard to comprehend when listened to for the first time but after divulging in it, it makes all the sense in the world....of metal. Coldworker did it right on this album. Its not just Death Metal blasting and Grinding, there is a lot of dynamics on this album as well, which makes the music that much better. It fits the mood when you want some crazy spastic music, that makes sense. A very killer album!
14.) The Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza- IIII: The Alpha- The Omega[/B]
I've always considered TTDTE to always have the Djent sound ever since their first album, this time around, they decided to make themselves a bit crazier with adding their Meshuggah vibe mixed with Psyopus (if you haven't heard of them....just listen to the guitars) Its quite an insane album. Those who love the genre will call it one of the best of the year. For me it's another album that can be only really enjoyed in small doses. it becomes a bit much if you listen to more then half an album at a time. Chaos is great....in small doses. That said, it is an awesome album and I dare say their best to date!
15.) Les Discrets- Ariettes Oubliees[/B]
A side project of Alcest for member Winterhalter. Les Discrets is a very Atmospheric Post Metal band. No screams in this band. This is the kind of album i do imagine Alcest making next year, with more of the Black Metal Blast Beats are now synonymous with Atmospheric Post Metal, or Blackgaze. There is a lot of emotion and heartfelt laying throughout this album and you can hear it in every song. It takes you on quite the journey if you go all the way through and doesn't let go. If you do enjoy the likes of Alcest, there is no reason not to love Les Discrets!
16.) Wretched- Son Of Perdition[/B]
Technical Death Metal and some breakdowns is an easy way to describe Wretched. but there is a lot more to them then that. The vibe I get from these guys is if The Faceless or BTBAM stayed only brutal. Sure, there are dynamics all over this album, but it is still very much in the brutal vein that it should stay in. They have only gotten bigger and bigger over the years and if they keep putting out albums with the same quality of Son Of Perdition, they will be one of the biggest bands of the genre. This is some badass stuff.
17.) Hung- Hung[/B]
*Insert random pen15 joke here* Hung is one of the most impressive bands I have heard in quite some time. Very much in the vein of predecessors to the genre, in Vain and Ne Obliviscaris, Hung take their brand of Progressive Death Metal to different dynamics and characteristics that really make them stand out. Everyone in the band is absolutely stellar at their instruments, which is part of what really makes this album stand out to me. I will be severely disappointed if these guys don't make it huge in the next few years, they really deserve it. And their self titled album is their best reason why.
18.) Stick To Your Guns- Diamond[/B]
Stick To Your Guns is one of the very few Hardcore bands that I love and care about. Their style of Hardcore is so damn pleasing to the ears. Diamond is done absolutely right, great dynamics, great songwriting, great everything. A very solid melodic hardcore album. If you can dig that, this will be right for you!
19.) 3 Inches Of Blood- Love Live Heavy Metal[/B]
With a name like Long Live Heavy metal, how can you NOT love this album? Well here's how....haha. Actually no, it is a fantastic album, and of course in the 3IOB style, it is all falsetto vocals, very power metalish. They aren't breaking any new ground on this album at all, but they don't need to. They know their style and they are fantastic at it, sometimes that's all you need a band to be, solid! Put on your leather Jacket, drink some cheap beer and party, LONG LIVE HEAVY METAL!
20.) Unleashed- Odalheim[/B]
Oh yes, Unleashed, one of the finest Swedish Death Metal bands to ever exist. These guys have everything to love about Death Metal and oh so much more! Viking and Pagan themed brutality, and Odalheim is exactly that. The songs sound absolutely killer, the production is top notch, and Unleashed is at the top of their game. A US tour with Amon Amarth or Enslaved couldn't hurt (HINT HINT....PLEASE). Honestly if you love Death metal that is not standard and boring and love a good epic battle death metal visual, get Odalheim, and if you haven't check out the rest of Unleashed's work!
And that's 20 albums down! I may be doing more tonight if the mood strikes!
Holy shit! I never listened to the new Unleashed, completely forgot about it. What's wrong with me!
[B]21.) Saint Vitus- Lillie: F-65[/B]
The legends of Stoner, Sludge, Doom Metal are back, and as strong as ever. Wino and co. released a 33 minute album, their first since 1995. The songs live are even better in a live setting but on record the songs definitely capture the 70's/80's Doom Metal that they made so recognizable. While a short album, it is an awesome record to kick back and relax to, and partake if you are into that kind of thing, I'm not but I know some are. definitely give this one a spin!
22.) The Elijah- I loved I Hated I Destroyed I Created[/B]
This is normally a style of music I wouldn't be into, but there is something about it that sucks me and doesn't let go. In short it does have a Post Hardcore, almost feel to it. But it's all done over Post Rock. A combination that on paper doesn't sound like it would work that well for guys like me, but upon listening to it, I'm drawn to it. Its a dark themed concept album like the title suggests. There is a big Deftones influence from it along with most Post Hardcore, but all while keeping a very Post Rock feel. Its definitely something I didn't expect to love, but I really, really do.
23.) Spawn Of Possession- Incurso[/B]
Spawn Of Possession is THE Technical Death Metal band. They were one of the real originators of the genres and innovated it to new heights. The great things about SOP is that they are never ever boring, no matter how many notes they hit and scales they can master. Each song sounds very fresh and indeed refreshing compared to most Tech Death bands out there today. for the real deal, for what it's all about this is the band to check out!
24.) Primal Rock Rebellion- Awoken Broken[/B]
A lot of people took a crap on this album, especially Maiden fans because they do not like the vocals coming from Sikth frontman Mikee Goodman. I being the huge Sikth fan that I am, LOVE the vocals on this album. the music isn't the most inspired to come out this year but it serves its purpose quite well, a great batch of badass Hard Rockin' songs. If you like Iron Maiden, and like Sikth, there's no excuse not to love this!
25.) All Hail The Yeti- All Hail The Yeti[/B]
The best way to describe this band is if Mastodon instead of going in a Prog route went into a Pantera style Groove Metalcore route. And also the kind of band Vinnie Paul should have made Hellyeah to be. This is a fantastic album from a great band. Its a very southern Groove Metal album with some Metalcore thrown in. This is another album that really is great in separate listens. Make sure to check this one out if you love Southern Groove Metal.
26.) Epica- Requiem Of The Indifferent[/B]
A great title because that's exactly how I feel about this one....indifferent. It's a very solid Epica release, and of course Simone is one of the hottest women in all of Metal, but this time around it feels like some new band progression wouldn't be a bad thing. But then again it could also very well be because it takes a lot for me to enjoy female fronted Symphonic metal. It's not bad by any means, just not reinventing any kind of wheels for Epica. But then again I suppose they don't really have to, they're Epica.
27.) Judgement Day- Polar Shift[/B]
Now THIS is String Metal. Those of you that think Apocalyptica is the best band of this style need to get your head examined. Judgement Day is a powerhouse trio from California who first blew me away back when they opened for Dredg in December 2008 and I have been a diehard fan ever since. Polar Shift is meant to be more of a mixture between their Metal sound and their acoustic sound, and I think it has been pulled off perfectly. Its quite heavy and laid back at the same time. I repeat if you want some REAL String METAL, check out Judgement Day, and make sure to check out Polar Shift! I still recommend their last album Peacocks/Pink Monsters the most, but this is second place!
28.) Bejelit- Emerge[/B]
DAAAAAAAAAAMN, now this is some HEAVY Power Metal. I guess you could almost categorize it as Extreme Power Metal. Dragonforce meets Symphony X with a bit of Mutiny Within thrown in. I'm honestly surprised I never heard of these guys until this year as they have been around for 10 years kicking ass. Check these guys out for some heavy, HEAVY, HEAVY Power Metal!
29.) Corrosion Of Conformity- Corrosion Of Conformity[/B]
The original COC is back and as Hardcore as ever. Gone are the days of the Pepper years. A lot of people are disappointed about it. I for one am not. I love both sides to COC and I've been waiting for them to get some of the hardcore roots back, and they finally did. The whole album is just a throw back to the late 80's Hardcore scene. Hardcore bands of today should take this album as a lesson of what to play. It's so damn good all the way through.
30.) Eclipse Eternal- The Essence Of Hopelessness[/B]
This is a very depressing, yet upbeat, Black Metal album. when you look at the song titles and when you can understand the lyrics, it is very raw and evil, yet the production is actually very damn good....so it can't be real Black Metal right? haha. This is another example of a band I never would have discovered if it wasn't for my radio show, which I am truly grateful for. This is some killer Black Metal, and in this case, the pun is intended.
30 albums in just a few hours. I might be up for another ten later tonight. Still pondering the idea.
Oh, shit. Didn't know Propagandhi released a new one. Gonna have to check it out.
Some good shit, dude. A few I absolutely love and a bunch that I'm gonna have to check out.
[QUOTE=OraclesofAgony;494462]Holy shit! I never listened to the new Unleashed, completely forgot about it. What's wrong with me![/QUOTE]
There has been so many good releases this year, it was bount to happen where one had to fall through the cracks. :D
[QUOTE=kalfitegrdan;494475]Oh, shit. Didn't know Propagandhi released a new one. Gonna have to check it out.
Some good shit, dude. A few I absolutely love and a bunch that I'm gonna have to check out.[/QUOTE]
Thanks man. I got soooooooooooooo many more to go. I literally will be reviewing every album I have from 2012 that I checked out more then once. Which is 39GBs of music....
....The fuck am I thinking? :lol:
[B]31.) Red Lamb- Red Lamb[/B]
A lot of people, including myself forgot about this album. This is Dan Spitz new project that was originally done with the help of Dave Mustaine doing production and writing lyrics (which makes a lot more sense now in hindsight). It is a very Thrashy album with a lot of Pop Rock, Alternative Metal, and other mixtures. Definitely not something you would automatically assume would be made by Spitz and Mustaine. It is absolutely an album that is easy to forget about and put on the wayside, but if you actually check it out, it's really damn good for what it is, Mid 90's clash of Anthrax and Megadeth.
32.) House Of Fools- Versus The Beast[/B]
Arguably the lightest album on the entire list *sans some post rock albums* This is a great Alternative, Pop Rock band that really knows how to write some catchy Rock that anyone in any fanbase of music can enjoy. Fabulous songwriting and musicianship on this one with a lot of different genres covered. One band that really stands out as an influence, although not really vocally, is Queen. I also hear a lot of Pink Floyd and even Maroon 5 as well. Its an amazing achievement to be able to capture the sound they have and its worth checking out if you need some non-metal music to enjoy. This takes the silver medal for my favorite Non Metal album of 2012.
33.) Amberian Dawn- Circus Black[/B]
Here is another Female Fronted Symphonic Metal band. The one advantage this band has is that there is very few operatic vocals in the style of Nightwish, which is always a major plus to me. While the music is very set in stone in the Symphonic Metal route, there is more to it, kinda like the name suggests it feel like a circus of metal. Not in a BTBAM or Devin Townsend kind of way, but more like magical and theatrical circus kind of way. I like it a lot and its definitely worth checking out!
34.) Klone- The Dreamer's Hideaway[/B]
I thank Stef Brooks of Textures for helping me discover this band. It is fantastic Alternative Progressive Metal. In a way Faith No More meets Fates Warning meets today's Alternative Rock. It is a very odd mixture in text but upon hearing it, it all makes since. This is some very cool stuff that really needs to be checked out Today's Prog fans should be gushing over this album like I am.
35.) Soulfly- Enslaved[/B]
Anyone remember the Nu Metal days of Soulfly? Yeah I have forgotten about it too. Their last 4 albums have been brutal as hell, just as Max Cavalera should be doing. Enslaved is easily the heaviest and most brutal Soulfly album to date. The songwriting is also improving with age as well. The songs all concise and precisely accurate. I really hope Max can keep up this pace for as long as he keeps Soulfly going. This really is some of his finest work!
36.) Stone Sour- House Of Gold & Bones Part 1[/B]
I went into this album with expectations that this was going to suck. I couldn't have been more wrong. I love the first album, the second had some OK moments. Audio Secrecy sucked! but this.....this is one of the finest Hard Rock Albums made in the last 20 years, I dare say since Alice In Chains' Dirt. I was not expecting this quality of music anymore but its there from start to finish, and next year when Part 2 comes out, I can only hope it's of the same quality and not a let down like most sequels, haha. But seriously. Even if you hate Stone Sour, and hate mainstream music, actually give this album a chance, I did, and I couldn't be happier. I'm still in awe.
37.) Mental Architects- Celebrations[/B]
If Hella made Post Rock.......it's the only real way I can describe it. Its nowhere near as chaotic as Hella, but it is so very much in a heavy Math Rock feel compared to most Post Rock. If you combine the two it is Mental Architects. Easily, without question, one of the best Post albums of the year Stellar all the way through and they deserve much more appreciation then they are getting. Hell, I'm the only one i know of that digs them, THAT'S NOT RIGHT! Check this out ASAP if you need something as awesome as the great mixture that is Math Rock and Post Rock.
38.) Moonspell- Omega White[/B]
Even though Alpha Noir/Omega White was released on one dis, I am reviewing them separately as they are two very different styles. Omega White just happened to come up first. Omega white is a very dark, doomy, gloomy, Gothic Rock album in the vein of Type O Negative. It really showcases the dark beauty of Goth Rock, yes there is beauty in REAL Goth Rock, not Hot topic style Radio Goth Rock. I think Peter Steele would be very proud of this album as it matches the mood of the music he always made. While it is pretty much the polar opposite of Alpha Noir, it fits together very well, and if you can dig real Goth Rock, you will love this!
39.) Liam- MMIX[/B]
A side project of Lantlos. This Post Rock/Shoegaze is a very dark, beautiful album that is really fits the mood for a night where you are really bummed out. Again nothing groundbreaking here. Just very beautiful, dark Post Rock and Shoegaze. Something that is totally up my alley and any fan of the genre will love. Put this on tonight and you will love it.
40.) Oak Pantheon- From A Whisper[/B]
Atmospheric Black Metal, very much in the vein of Alcest. Although it gets more atmospheric then anything else throughout the album. The promo copy I received isn't the best in quality (its a web rip, so cymbals sound very, very bad) but the real version of this album sounds fantastic and fits the mood for all the Atmospheric, Folk Black Metal that those who enjoy it for. Give it a spin, its very much worth it.
41.) Job For A Cowboy- Demonocracy[/B]
Say what you want about Job for A Cowboy, they get knocked every single day just for their name alone, let alone their music. But after I got to interview Jonny Davy back in August, he gave me one of the best interviews I have ever done, all about the current state of music. JFAC has gone from a Deathcore band into a very brutal Death Metal band, and I will say it because not a lot of people will. I love every damn release from JFAC, and I have since I discovered them in 2007. Demonocracy is exactly as I just said a brilliant brutal Death Metal album. And for as much crap as these guys get, they are fantastic songwriters and musicians and you really should give them an honest chance if you don't already have your opinions set in stone about them.
42.) Dirge Within- There Will Be Blood[/B]
Not entirely sure if this is based on the film or not. I never really got into these guys before. No real rhyme or reason for it, just one of those bands I always heard about but never really checked out their stuff before. I finally did with this album and I'm glad I did, its really damn good Metalcore, Thrash Metal and Groove Metal. They have some really catchy almost radio Rock friendly songs mixed in with their heavy as hell songs. Its worth checking out if this is your bag, it's definitely mine and I can see these guys making it far if they keep up this pace.
43.) Oddland- The Treachery Of Senses[/B]
If Fair To Midland really went relentless with their Metal side and kept the Prog, they would be Oddland. the vocal style is obviously very, very different than that of FTM, but music there is a lot of similarities, just more crushing Prog Metal. I can also hear a lot of Influence from Evergrey and Mastodon as well. Its a very well thought out Prog Metal album that I hope launches them into new found stardom, because given the right chance, they could be huge. I hope it happens.
44.) Fire And Ice- Not Of This Earth[/B]
Once again I must stress that it takes a lot for me to enjoy the new era of Hardcore as it is usually not my bag by any means. But Fire and Ice does it right. Its very heavy, but very catchy at the same time. There is none of the annoying Hatebreed style vocals and some very well written songs, like old school thrash and 80's Hardcore used to be. Fire and Ice hit the nail on the head for this one. If you can tolerate any kind of Hardcore, check this out because you will very much appreciate the music that is being played. Very cool stuff.
45.) Mysteriarch- Mournful Embrace of Aeons [/B]
Atmospheric Symphonic Black Metal done right. I am highly impressed with this album for everything that it captures. It's the kind of music that I can imagine Emperor being if they were still around now and added the Atmospheric Black Metal element to their sound. For Black Metal fans and those who love Atmospheric Black metal pick this one up, it is a fantastic album that deserves attention.
46.) Gaza- No Absolutes In Human Suffering[/B]
Not just one of the most brutal albums of the year. I'd dare say one of the most brutal albums of the past decade. HEAVY HEAVY HEAVY Sludge Metal and Grindcore mixtures all over. Its almost criminal that these guys aren't bigger then they are. A great way i heard this described is if The Dillinger Escape Plan and Napalm Death made an album together, and I think that is an absolute fair assessment. So very killer all the way through and never gets boring. If you love chaos, this is for you. You actually feel like you are in Gaza while they are playing.
47.) The Seer- The Prologue[/B]
Progressive Black Metal. What an oddly awesome combination. You could also say that about Emperor's last couple albums as well. Although it is not just a black Metal album, its a heavy influence. there is a lot of Prog, Math Metal and Thrash throughout as well. I can only see these guys getting bigger and better if they stick to their guns and keep making brilliant music like is showcased on The Prologue. Also their cover of Emperor's In A Wordless Chamber *My favorite Emperor song*....PERFECTION!
48.) Napalm Death- Utilitarian [/B]
WOW, Napalm Death has only gotten crazier and better. Death metal, Grindcore, and back to the Noise Metal as well. this is absolutely one of the best chaotic albums of the year. Its everything you have come to know and love *or hate* from Napalm Death with added influences like Saxophone on one of my favorite songs of the year, Everyday Pox. Imagine the Norwegian band, Shining, writing music with Napalm Death, you get Utilitarian, it is obscenely awesome!
49.) Destinos- Fireflies For Fireworks[/B]
The first real "Djent" album showcased in this list. And I really, Really, REALLY hate using the term Djent. But it has become so Synonymous that its not worth trying to explain Progressive Math metal to people who don't know what I'm talking about, so the purpose of trying to move things along, I'll be saying Djent for this and the other albums that fit this mold. This is a pretty heavy influenced by Djent album with lots of soundscapes and all instrumental. That said it is very damn good with a lot of cool songs on here. Luckily this is just an EP or it would get a bit overbearing with no vocals or just the style itself, but for how long this EP is, it's the perfect timing. For some killer instrumental Djent, check this one out.
50.) Ex Deo- Caligvla[/B]
All the way from Ancient Rome *COUGH, Canada....it's Kataklysm, COUGH* comes some very badass heavy Power Death Meta. It is cheesy, there is no denying that, with all the roman soundclips of battle, the soundtrack synths, etc. But that's what makes it so awesome. It feels like you are fighting in the Roman Coliseum. The songs are not drastically different from each other, but they are much different then you'd ever hear from Kataklysm, no blast beats what so ever. And the music is much more simple. And that is exactly what is called for here. It's a great album of Roman style Death Metal that makes you wanna stand up and fight. check it out!
Well, that's 20 albums in a row, 50 albums altogether so far. and so many more to go. I'll probably be doing more later tonight. now my mind needs to rest for a little bit. haha
[B]51.) Bend Sinister- Small Frame[/B]
Canadian Alternative Prog Rock. It is damn cool stuff. I have been a fan of these guys for a few years now, and only recently have they gotten any kind of attention since Mike Portnoy Tweeted about them. This is a killer album all the way through, but really picks up near the end of the album. I would describe them as Spock's Beard with the quirkiness of The Mars Volta. Its a great album to check out if you want a roller coaster of a Prog Rock album.
52.) Stealing Axion- Moments[/B]
If Fates Warning and Periphery joined up in a band, you'd get Stealing Axion. I honestly couldn't be more impressed with these guys. Yes there is a lot of Djenty moments throughout the album, but there is so many great Atmospheric Progressive Rock moments that just makes everything flow together so well. There is a lot of Ray Adler style vocal moments as well, which I am always a sucker for. Since Djent will be around for a little bit longer till the heard starts to get thinned down, I hope it starts going in this direction, like The Contortionist started doing. If this is the future of Progressive Metal, I love where it is going.
53.) Skyharbor- Blinding White Noise: Illusion And Chaos[/B]
Wow, a lot of my favorite non Top 20 albums are popping up right now. Like Stealing Axion there is some Chug Chug Djent Djent riffs throughout this album, BUT this album is way more than that. It is a Pure Progressive Metal album that is one of the most impressive debuts to come out in quite some time. If Marty Friedman wants to do a guest solo on your album, you are doing something right. If you have a prejudice against any music with Chugs in it, this album should be able to throw that out the window. This is so damn good. I should also note, it's all clean vocals, just another reason to check this out!
54.) Serj Tankian- Harakiri[/B]
If it wasn't for the politics on this album, this would be in my top 10 albums of the year. But since it is so heavily layered in Politics, it didn't even crack my top 30. I KNOW I KNOW, don't start with me on political issues. I have my own opinions, I just keep them out of music. And I am fully aware that is what everyone attached to System Of A Down does. But musically, this is a brilliant record. the most rocking album Serj has been a part of since Toxicity. There isn't a weak point musically, and Serj's vocal styling is the best in years as well. It just makes me wish that he would start singing about abstract ideas again. Oh well...
55.) Empires Of Eden- Channeling The Infinite[/B]
A power Metal supergroup to say the least. Some of the biggest names in Power Metal are covered on this album including one of my favorite singers of all time Sean Peck of Cage. This is a very epic Power Metal album that covers the entire gambit of the genre. Its very damn heavy and every song fits together so well. Its too bad this project is the way it is, because of how many singers are on this album, they won't be able to tour. I would have loved to have seen this stuff live, Especially the songs sang by Sean Peck. Any real Power Metal fan should pick this up immediately! I can't imagine you being disappointed by this.
56.) Wake Of Redemption- Earthshake[/B]r
There's no better feeling to me then discovering a brand new Progressive Metal band I never heard of before and enjoying the hell out of them. That is Wake Of Redemption for me. Very much in the vein of similar named Redemption, Wake Of Redemption divulges into more styles then just Prog Metal. The title track for examples covers a lot of Blues Rock territory in the solo. I should add there is some Screams on this album, but like nude art, its done very tastefully and done at the right spots. And unlike a lot of screams, you can actually understand the words being said. I hope these guys make it far. They are too damn good not to!
57.) Maladie- Plague Within[/B]
If Iron Maiden started making Black Metal, it would be Maladie. This is very layered in Maiden and of course the tremolo picking and blast beats that are Black metal. I think it very well could be the next phase of Black Metal once the Atmospheric Black Metal dies down a bit (Although I don't think that will go away, at least I hope not). Its very intricate throughout and some very brilliant songwriting. If you dare venture to know what would happen when you mix Iron Maiden and Emperor. Check out Maladie!
58.) Fozzy- Sin and Bones[/B]
I never really checked out Fozzy until this year. I just had a feeling it would be cheesy Hard Rock that I just wouldn't care about. And again, I was proven wrong. This is a very damn solid Hard Rock album, a throw back to the 80's Hard Rock (not Glam Rock) scene, all while staying contemporary. a rare feat to pull off. Chris Jericho and Co. really know how to write classic Hard Rock in today's world. I really dig it a lot.
59.) Chapel- Satan's Rock And Roll[/B]
Speed Metal, Black Metal and Motorhead style Rock and Roll. It is a great combination. Yes it is a cheesy Satanic Metal album. But the music more than makes up for it. It is exactly as I described it, and it is a very fun listen to when you just wanna be metal and party. Give it a spin if you got some PBR and all your metal friends are coming over tonight!
60.) Earthlimb- Origin[/B]
This is exactly how I would want Scale The Summit to sound if they ever incorporated vocals. It is very tasteful mastery of Progressive Rock and Metal, not overbearing on scale and "LOOK WHAT I CAN DO" style riffs. It feels like great Prog Rock and Metal written for fans of Rock and metal. As I said, check this one out if you want Scale The Summit with vocals.
[B]61.) The Samuel Jackson Five- The Samuel Jackson 5[/B]
Yup, this is based on Samuel L. Jackson and the Jackson 5. But it's all Post Rock with a little bit of Electronica. Europe is one of the few ears of the world that can combine Electronica to music and not have it suck. There is nothing really on this album that really stands out to me other then the fact that it is a very solid album. I like to think of it if 65daysofstatic kept the post rock in their sound instead of abandoning it for Electronica and also with occasional vocals. It's great stuff.
62.) Exotic Animal Petting Zoo- Trees Of Tongues[/B]
Very Experimental Post Hardcore combine with some Prog. If Mr Bungle went to Hot Topic. Musically, this is a great album but the vocals do ruin it for me. For those that love Post Hardcore this is right up your alley vocally. Its worth a listen if you think you might dig it, for me, I was hoping to like it more then I did, which really didn't happen.
63.) Fear Factory- The Industrialist[/B]
As the name suggest, this is the most Industrial sounding Fear Factory album in quite some time. Its a good album. I'm quite bummed that there isn't real drums on this album. But I am glad they have a real drummer live, or else that would have been incredibly lame. Musically, I do like Mechanize a lot more, but The Industrialist. The one turn off on this album more then anything is the instrumental 9 minute final track that goes absolutely nowhere. Much like Strapping Young Lad's Alien where Info Dump was just synths and guitar distortion and feedback. Maybe I'm just missing out on something? But it is a good album sans those aspects, Fear factory fans should love this album!
64.) Carach Angren- Where The Corpses Sink Forever[/B]
Experimental Black Metal. It can sometimes come out sounding like a complete cluster, other times it comes off brilliant. This occasion it comes out brilliant. This is one of the finest Black Metal albums to come out this year. its not just about blast beats, shrieking vocals and tremolo picking. There is a lot going on in this album that anyone with an open mind can appreciate. it's really hard to describe the album further then that without hearing the album for yourself. Go for it, If you dig Black metal you will love this.
65.) T.R.A.M.- Lingua Franca[/B]
Ah yes. 2/3s of Animals As Leaders, the Saxophonist of The Mars Volta and Drummer Eric Moore. This is a Fusion band that was destined to happen. This all instrumental album is a great mixture of all 3 of the styles these bands represent into a Instrumental Fusion Rock band. No one overplays on this album, so its not really free form Fusion, but it is very damn tasteful. it only really loses steam on the last song, Inverted Ballad, where there is no drums at all. Other then that its perfection. I highly recommend this if you love tremendous musicianship though powerful Fusion
66.) Soen- Cognitive[/B]
Tool meets Opeth. There is no better way to describe this band. Martin Lopez, formerly of Opeth wanted to start playing again so he formed this group to get back out there and play again. While all the songs on the album are good in their own right, its not very imaginative. Mikael Akerfeldt singing over Aenima. To most Prog Metal fans, that's a double dip cream dream. for me...I've never really been that much into Tool, just not my bag. But that said the musicianship is awesome and Martin Lopez is indeed a monster on this album. I'm hoping by the time of their next album they will expand on their sound. Or perhaps this will be their niche?
67.) Yakuza- Beyul[/B]
This is definitely a good example of Avant Garde Metal. Its a collective hodgepodge of Metal and other influences. Much heavier than something like Kayo Dot but just as experimental and messed up as Sleepytime Gorilla Museum. Its not an album you can really digest in one sitting unless you are major fans of Merzbow or Boris or Dog Fashion Disco. For Experimental Music, this may be one of the highlights of the year....if you are into it!
68.) Akphaezya- Anthology IV: The Tragedy Of Nerak[/B]
And inspeaking of Experimental Avant Garde Music, take everything I said above for Yakuza, and add a female lead singer and bit less Heaviness and you get this band. This really is Sleepytime Gorilla Museum meets UneXpect. Is very much a mindfuck of an album, but in a very sexy way. If you are feeling a bit frisky for Avant Garde Metal fronted by a frontwoman, check this out, its definitely a circus of music.
69.) Dantalion- Return To Deep Lethargy[/B]
Not the sexiest album to have come up for number 69, although someone out there will think so, haha. This is some more of the Atmospheric Black Metal that I love. It also has a mid era Paradise Lost feel at times amongst the Black Metal going on. its very dark and atmospheric. The one thing that does drive me away from this album, despite how good the music is, is the vocals. That is something that doesn't happen to me often. It has a barking dog feeling that doesn't really fit in my eyes. But its worth it for the music alone. Not the best Atmospheric Black Metal album to come out this year, but worthy of at least a listen.
70.) God Forbid- Equilibrium[/B]
Metalcore album of the year, its not even an option. God Forbid has always been one of my favorite Metalcore bands along with Shadows Fall. For a couple albums, they lost me. but Equilibrium brought me back in a HUGE way. Scraping The Walls is one of my favorite songs of the year. Besides the Metalcore sound that will always be in their sound, there is a lot of elements of Prog, Death Metal, hell in catchy rock and blues type solos. This is a band that I find criminal that they aren't at Lamb Of God type popularity, they should be, and Equilibrium should be regarded as one of the best albums of the year. yes it didn't make my top 20, but it's in my Top 25.
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (83 votes).
Date of review: September 27, 2009
In short: great raceIn full: My first time at this distance - perhaps I should have chose something flatter! Great marshalls, notably 'Mr Motivator' on the bridge. Shame there was no water on the third lap but thanks to the guy on the bike mopping up straglers at the back and providing emergency water supplies. It was great that the finishing line was not packed away until the very last people who came in 2:30ish hrs later! Thanks for a great day out for the family too - plenty to see and do in the grounds of Blenheim - will do again.Date of review: September 25, 2009
In short: Tough, but good challenging race in fantastic surroundingsIn full: I really enjoyed this race around the grounds of Blenheim Palace, what a wonderful place it is. A very warm day and a few steep hills made it difficult, I had to walk for a while on the 3rd lap after climbing the "big" hill at around 10 miles, but well worth the effort. Thanks to everyone who helped with the organisation and all the encouragement from specatators and marshalls, a really laid back atmosphere made for a good day out.Date of review: September 21, 2009
In short: Fantastic scenery but the hills seem to get worse each lap !In full: A lovely location and a challenging route with 3 hills each lap. Marshals generally great especially the guy on the bridge who was so encouraging every time. Minus points were that the last lap got a bit congested with general visitors and the final drinks station ran out of water which wasn't pleasant given the heat of the day. Generally a good day out though and a good training run. Date of review: September 20, 2009
In short: Challenging 3 lap course set in Blenheim Palace grounds, on a warm day. Marshalls and people manning the drink stations were very supportive. The 2pm start and the warm sunshine added to the challenging nature of the course.Date of review: September 20, 2009
Date of review: September 20, 2009
In short: A very good race and a Saturday afternoon too.In full: This is a race I have not missed since moving to Oxford in 1987. I like the fact that it is a Saturday race which really makes for a relaxing Sunday. You will need it though as the course is surprisingly tough especially if like this year it is very warm.Date of review: September 20, 2009
In short: Great Club RaceDate of review: September 20, 2009
In short: Hilly and hot, but the senic route more than made up for it. A very enjoyable race.Date of review: September 20, 2009
In short: A challenging but very enjoyable runIn full: Very well organised and friendly. If you are used to running on the flat and want something a bit more challenging then give this a try in 2010.Date of review: September 20, 2009
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Debates of Nov. 6th, 1996
House of Commons Hansard #98 of the 35th Parliament, 2nd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was guidelines.
- Agriculture
- Osteoporosis
- Softwood Lumber
- Cameroun
- Postage Stamps
- Suicide Prevention
- Raf Ferry Command
- The Hispanic Community In Canada
- Liberal Party
- British Columbia's Francophone Community
- Smokey Smith
- Zaire
- U.S. Government
- Merchant Mariners
- Softwood Lumber Industry
- Remembrance Day
- Veterans
- The Government Of The United States
- Foreign Affairs
- Ethics
- Securities
- Ethics
- The Merchant Navy
- Ethics
- The Canada Labour Code
- Softwood Lumber
- Ethics
- Air Transportation
- Gun Control
- Forestry
- Taxation
- Presence In Gallery
- Points Of Order
- Government Response To Petitions
- Committees Of The House
- Business Of The House
- Federal Funding And Tobacco Companies Act
- Expo 2005
- Committees Of The House
- Petitions
- Questions On The Order Paper
- Motions For Papers
- Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
- Committees Of The House
- Divorce Act
- Canadian Bill Of Rights
- Program Cost Declaration Act
2 p.m.
The Speaker
As is our practice on Wednesdays, we will now sing O Canada, and at great expense we have brought in the talented member for Kindersley-Lloydminster.
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
John Maloney Erie, ON
Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate the Niagara Federations of Agriculture on their award winning educational video entitled "Where Does it All Come From?" This 13-minute children's video was recently honoured at the TVO Telefest awards gala in Toronto where it was awarded first prize in the instructional category.
The video offers children a fascinating insight into where our food comes from. The film represents a true picture of agriculture in the nineties and deals with the dairy, fruit and sheep industries.
The video was produced in partnership with the Niagara College television arts program and many talented Niagara peninsula residents contributed to its outstanding success. Lucy Decandido, a Niagara College graduate, filmed and edited the piece as her third-year project. The narration was provided by 12-year-old Keely Carter of College Street Public School in Smithville.
As one participant said: "Agriculture has a very positive story to tell and it is up to the agricultural community to tell it".
I compliment the Niagara Federations of Agriculture on their initiative to sponsor a copy of the video and teacher's kit for every elementary school in Niagara.
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Pauline Picard Drummond, QC
Mr. Speaker, November is osteoporosis awareness month. This disease, which makes bones more fragile and fracture-prone, affects more than 1.5 million people, primarily women, one woman in four and one man in eight in Quebec and in Canada.
This silent and stealthy disease has a high social cost. More than a billion dollars are spent annually on hospitalization, ambulance services and drugs to treat osteoporosis-related injuries. The total over 25 years will be in excess of $32 billion.
The physical and emotional suffering and the costs related to osteoporosis could be reduced, however, simply through prevention, particularly information, consciousness-raising and a healthy calcium-rich diet.
Osteoporosis is surely a good example of the old adage: "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure".
Softwood Lumber
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Charlie Penson Peace River, AB
Mr. Speaker, a few days ago some softwood lumber mills across Canada found out that the government is putting them out of business. They were expecting to have their exports to the United States cut by 10 per cent. They were not expecting to have to close their doors altogether.
The lumber deal the government signed with the United States is a death warrant for some small mills in this country. The industry would have been better off with the American countervailing duty at the border. The mills would have survived and then we would be well on our way to a settlement with the World Trade Organization, a solution that we recommended to the government seven months ago.
This problem has developed because the Liberal government has been afraid to take on the United States. It has buckled to American
pressure. Unfortunately, the price will be paid by employees and owners of small mills across Canada.
So much for the red book. Jobs, jobs, jobs will be lost, lost, lost.
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Bill Blaikie Winnipeg—Transcona, MB
Mr. Speaker, I met recently with representatives of the SDF of Cameroun, a sister party of the NDP in the Socialist International, and from them I learned that many abuses are currently taking place without an appropriate international response, considering that the democratic institutions now in operation in the Cameroun are a result of conditions set by the IMF.
For example, only a small percentage of the eligible electorate is registered and in the last election there were blatant episodes of vote rigging, ballot tampering and the overturning of results that were not favourable to the governing party.
One wishes that the IMF enforced its democratic and political requirements as strongly as it does its structural adjustment and economic requirements.
I call on the Canadian government to use its membership in the many international forums of which it is a member to engage constructively with the Cameroun to improve its democratic institutions. Strengthened democratic structures will be well worth the investment if they can prevent the kind of bloodshed and civil strife we are seeing in parts of central Africa today.
Postage Stamps
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Reg Alcock Winnipeg South, MB
Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of my four-year-old daughter, her friends and, indeed, all of the children of Winnipeg who are outraged by the unwarranted attack by the member for Regina-Qu'Appelle on Winnie the Pooh. The member charges that by profiling Winnie the Pooh on our stamps we are in danger of losing our identity as a nation.
Winnie the Pooh was born in White River, Ontario. He is named after the great city of Winnipeg. His origins have been celebrated for decades in Canada and there are statues to him in three Canadian cities.
Like a great many other Canadians, our Winnie has made it big on the international stage. He won an Oscar and has become one of the most popular children's entertainers in the world.
Contrary to the statement by the member that we are losing our identity, we are in fact enhancing it. We are celebrating a Canadian who brings joy to the hearts of children around the world.
Suicide Prevention
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Jack Iyerak Anawak Nunatsiaq, NT
Another young suicide victim was buried in Rankin Inlet last weekend. Another bright and capable youth who could have contributed greatly to his community and to all of Nunavut took his own life and was lost to us forever.
There have been too many deaths. Our youth, our best and brightest hopes for the future, are killing themselves at shocking rates. It has to stop.
I call on all the people of Nunavut, young and old, individuals and communities, to come together to make suicide prevention a priority. Our youth need us and we need them.
Raf Ferry Command
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Sheila Finestone Mount Royal, QC
Mr. Speaker, next Monday Canadians will pause, as we do each year, to remember those who defended us in the battle against fascism; those who fought for us in the interests of democracy and freedom.
We will remember our family, our friends, our neighbours, those in zones of conflict in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia. They met the enemy on the high seas, in the air and on the ground, worked in the factories, volunteered in their communities and gave the best of themselves. Many made the ultimate sacrifice so that we may live in peace.
Let us not forget the contribution of even one Canadian in the monumental struggle against hatred, racism, tyranny. All deserve our thanks and recognition.
Veterans of the RAF Ferry Command, no less than veterans of the army, navy, air force or merchant marine, deserve recognition for the risks they took, sacrifices they made and the lives they lost in our defence.
All those Canadians who gave so much in our time of need were and are a model for all of us, both at home and around the world.
The Hispanic Community In Canada
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Osvaldo Nunez Bourassa, QC
Mr. Speaker, last weekend, I took part in the annual assembly of the Canadian Hispanic Congress in Vancouver.
The hispanic community is made up of some 300,000 men and women who were born in Latin America or Spain. They came here to escape persecution, dictatorship or civil war, or merely in search of a better life.
Canadians and Quebecers of hispanic origin, of which I am one, constitute a relatively new, dynamic and growing community, with an important contribution to make to their host society. Quebec has welcomed some 80,000 Latin Americans with warmth and generosity. They have integrated well with this society, with which they have characteristics in common, due to their shared latin heritage.
As the sole member of this House of hispanic origin, I wish to greet the members of this ethno-cultural community, the executive of the Canadian Hispanic Congress, and particularly its president, Bernardo Berdichewsky.
Liberal Party
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Ed Harper Simcoe Centre, ON
Mr. Speaker, the Liberals have been patting themselves on the back lately, claiming that they have kept most of their red book promises.
The facts are that of the 198 promises made in the red book, only two had a major impact on the voters and, indeed, were major reasons for voters giving their trust. The failure to deliver on jobs, jobs, jobs as well as scrap, abolish and kill the GST are the two broken promises Canadians will remember in the next federal election.
On the GST, the Liberals had no real plan to replace the $15 billion in revenue so they could scrap it. They just made a hollow promise to get elected. We are still paying the GST.
On job creation, the Liberals had no plan to help the private sector create jobs. There are as many people unemployed now as when they made their hollow jobs promise to get elected: 4.1 million unemployed Canadians is totally unacceptable.
The red book was a fairy tale that should have begun "Once upon a time". There will be a happy ending, however, with the defeat of those who make broken promises and the election of a party that gives a guarantee with its promises.
British Columbia's Francophone Community
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Denis Paradis Brome—Missisquoi, QC
Mr. Speaker, Wilfrid Laurier was elected Prime Minister of Canada in June. A Liberal, he is filled with enthusiasm and determination. That was 100 years ago, in 1896.
He used to say how proud he was to be French-Canadian. And it is this pride I found in Vancouver when I met with British Columbia's francophone community in mid-October.
The 70,000 francophones living in B.C. need our help. We must help them get the access they need to French-language radio and television programming.
It is this pride to be French-Canadian they are demanding. I join with my Liberal friends, my Bloc colleagues, I am sure, and my friend, the hon. member for Beauce, in calling on Heritage Canada to set aside a special budget for B.C.-oriented programming.
Wilfrid Laurier, we salute you and assure you that the 1 million French-Canadians outside Quebec have a strong voice in this Parliament.
Smokey Smith
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Ted McWhinney Vancouver Quadra, BC
Mr. Speaker, this is Veterans Week, from November 3 to 11. It is a fitting time to pay tribute to one of Canada's veterans, who is also one of my constituents, Smokey Smith.
Born in New Westminister, B.C. and enlisting in the Seaforth Highlanders Regiment in March of 1940, Smokey Smith is one of only two living Canadians who have received Canada's and the Commonwealth's highest decoration for bravery in action, the Victoria Cross.
Fifty-two years ago Private Smith's regiment headed an attack across the Savio River in Italy. It is here Private Smith earned his Victoria Cross, almost single-handedly turning back an enemy counter attack. As a result, his battalion was able to consolidate a bridgehead, vital to the success of the overall Canadian military operations in the region.
This House and its members salute Smokey Smith today. We cherish the uncommon valour and the personal commitment and sacrifice of Private Smith and of all our veterans who served Canada in two world wars and also in the United Nations military operations and peacekeeping missions around the world.
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Jean Augustine Etobicoke—Lakeshore, ON
Mr. Speaker, it is with a great sense of urgency that I rise to speak about the situation in Zaire.
Canadians are deeply concerned by the violence there. This part of the world is in great danger if nations and people of goodwill do not step in and prevent this violence.
I encourage all actions to ensure the safety of refugees in Zaire and to establish and protect a safe zone for aid organizations to help ease the suffering that has occurred and is occurring.
We should see these as real people, real individuals, not political issues and not a political game. I encourage all members to speak out not only among ourselves but also among our constituents. I ask all Canadians to support whatever efforts that are necessary and given by our foreign affairs and others as their work is reaching a solution in that area.
U.S. Government
Statements By Members
November 6th, 1996 / 2:10 p.m.
François Langlois Bellechasse, QC
Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the Bloc Quebecois, I wish to congratulate U.S. President Bill Clinton on his re-election.
Now that the election is over, we hope that the President will again have some elbow room to address the many international issues that were left on the backburner, especially those with Canada, on a more solid and conciliatory basis.
Let us not forget that several trade disputes remain unsettled. This includes the Helms-Burton law, whose outright withdrawal we are calling for, as well as the disputes regarding the tariffs on dairy, egg and poultry products.
Furthermore, we believe Canada could take advantage of its special relationship with its American neighbour to help revive the Middle East peace process and favour the rapid establishment of an international force that would open the eagerly awaited humanitarian corridors in eastern Zaire.
As the member for Bellechasse, I wish to thank the people of the state of Maine for voting in a referendum to allow the rational development of their forests to continue.
Merchant Mariners
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Jack Frazer Saanich—Gulf Islands, BC
Mr. Speaker, as we prepare to once again officially commemorate the valiant sacrifices made by veterans of our navy, army, air force and peacekeepers, we pause to pay special tribute to Canadian merchant mariners, the fourth arm of Canada's services.
Their vital role in carrying supplies to our troops in battle was fundamental to allied victory.
Terrible risks were a fact of life. They faced brutal U-boat attacks, surface raiders and marauding aircraft, all attempting to interrupt this lifeline to our troops.
Merchant mariners faced severe conditions on board, shipwreck in a cruel, cold sea often covered in blazing fuel and a prisoner of war camp if they were able to reach land. Sixty-seven ships were lost and on average when a ship went down less than half the crew survived.
Four hundred died during the great war and of the 12,000 merchant mariners who risked their lives to preserve cherished freedoms in the second world war, over 1,400 died.
Despite atrocious conditions, they did not shirk their duty. Thus, it is our duty to remember the contributions and sacrifices they made; a debt too great to ever be forgotten.


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The Brazil way
Dear editor:
I read with awe a deal Brazil signed with an oil cosortium to extract oil from an offshore field.
These five companies won the right to drill and all thay had to do was give a (75 percent) stake of the oil extracted to Brazil to be distibuted to federal,state and municipal governments.
This money is to be used for social programs, to help fund health and education projects. Kudos to Brazil for looking out for their citizens.
Now, imagine if Brazil was governed by our Governor and his cronies. First he would have given the drilling rights for next to nothing because they would not come and drill with say an extraction tax, and Kathy would agree with him. All would get re-election donations, by far the most to Tom and some would even get free trips to see the world cup soccer finals.
They would say later they planned to pay it back. Not to be outdone Tom would tax the fine people of Brazil a brazilion dollars in gasoline tax, (probably from their own oil) and charge other yearly fees to pay for the social programs, health and education.
Kathy would at this pont say that is wrong. Now I might be totally wrong but I see kudos being given to Corbett's administration for making the hard decision to raise the gas tax by a top PennDOT official to help all the people of our state.
What I see is people we elected sticking it to the people that elected them and not doing what Brazil did for their people when they should have.
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As always, the military is working on creating smarter, smaller, stealthier, and more lethal weapons and tools. But from all the military drones that they have created so far, this latest class of drones beats all the others. This new class is the Micro Air Vehicle MAV. Designed to be the size of a bug or a bird, the MAV uses nature's flapping wings method of flight to better get around an urban terrain and better adjust to the gusts of wind created by obstructions like building. Aside from flying like an insect or bird, the MAV will be designed to also look like them to avoid suspicion.
As for powering the MAVs, researchers say that they might be able to charge from the sun, wind energy, power-lines, or vibrating machinery, and be able to go on missions for days or weeks at a time.
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Grand-to-Grand Ultra Debut a Success
Third-place finisher Sarah Lavender Smith reports on the inaugural event
Photo courtesy of the Grand-to-Grand Ultra - The men's lead pack charges up a sand dune.
Shortly after sunrise Saturday, on a forest road in Southern Utah, flanked by pine and golden aspens, 48 trail runners reached a summit overlooking pink-hued sandstone spires to finish the 167-mile, self-supported Grand-to-Grand Ultra. The inaugural race began with 60 participants the prior Sunday at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon in Arizona.
I was one of those runners who spent the week traversing sun-baked desert plateaus, climbing vermilion cliffs, shuffling through ankle-deep sand and pushing through prickly piñon, cacti and yucca in numerous off-trail stretches of the course, all the while carrying sleeping gear and a week's worth of food on our backs.
By all accounts, the event—the first of its kind in North America, modeled after international self-supported stage races such as the Marathon des Sables in Morocco—was a success in terms of runner satisfaction and risk management. No significant problems or major injuries arose in spite of the highly technical terrain and remote locations.
The course has a total elevation gain of over 18,000 feet and is broken into six stages with the following mileages: 31.5, 28.5, 47, 25.5, 25.5 and 9. The landscapes consisted of red-rock escarpments, coral-colored sand dunes and a slot canyon sculpted from sandstone. With each stage, the air thinned as the elevation rose from 5200 to 9300 feet.
Also with each stage, excitement built and surprises developed in the women's race. From the start, two experienced British ultrarunners, Sharon Gayter and Caroline Richards, expected to push each other in a fight for the lead. They proceeded to do just that, frequently passing one another. While Richards dominated at the shorter stages, Gayter gained a significant lead on the long stage (Stage 3, 47 miles).
The women's duel became more interesting, however, when a couple of stage-race rookies—Heather Mastrianni of Canada and I—finished some of the early stages near the front, along with several additional women nearby. Event co-director Tess Geddes noted afterward that eight of the top 15 finishers were female. "The women were really strong—it was amazing, and it was exciting for us to watch," she said.
But the big story unfolded in Stage 4 when one woman from mid-pack, Miranda Jamieson, flipped a switch from hiking to running and surged to the front of the women's field, easily winning Stages 4, 5 and 6 and nearly catching the front men.
Jamieson, a 32-year-old triathlete from Canada who now lives in Florida, explained afterward that she mostly hiked the early stages because of her limited trail and ultrarunning experience. "My whole goal was to finish, period, so my strategy was just to make it through the 47-mile stage," she said, adding that her longest prior run to this event was only about six hours and without a pack.
Relieved to have the long stage behind her, and wanting to give her swollen heels a break from hiking, Jamieson started running with an energized, forefoot-striking form in Stage 4 and virtually flew over the deep sand and rocky river beds that bogged down the others. Her wins in the final three stages moved her from 27th place overall and 12th female at the end of Stage 3, to 19th overall and 10th female at the finish, leaving many to speculate what her standing might have been if she had shifted to her faster gear earlier in the week.
Sharon Gayter ultimately won the women's race and finished fifth overall with a cumulative time of 42 hours 32 minutes, followed by Caroline Richards (sixth overall in 42:52) and me, Sarah Lavender Smith (seventh overall, 43:05).
On the men's side, a trio of one Spaniard and two Italians—Salvador Calvo Redondo, Stefano Gregoretti and Davide Ugolini—ran together most of the way until Stage 5, when Redondo broke away and developed a 50-minute lead. The trio then crossed the finish together in the final stage. Redondo won with a cumulative time of 34:10, followed by Gregoretti in 35:02 and Ugolini in 36:57. Fourth-place finisher Jo Petersen of New Zealand, with a time of 41:59, made an impressive comeback after he missed a turn on the course during Stage 2 and lost about an hour going in the wrong direction.
Perhaps the most extraordinary participants, however, were the two men who tied for 46th place, KiSuk Song and Kyung Tae Song of South Korea. Kyung Tae, 51, was blinded 30 years ago from a grenade accident during military service. They completed the Grand to Grand by holding onto each other while KiSuk guided every step of the way, finishing in 77 hours 26 minutes.
Runners at the Grand to Grand who have participated in other desert-crossing stage races around the globe gave this event high marks for organization, challenge, scenery and amenities. In particular, they praised the clean Porta Pottis, hot water, medical support and well-constructed eight-person tents at the campgrounds—relative luxuries in the world of multi-day, self-supported races. The town of Kanab, Utah, hosts the event and provided many of the approximately 80 volunteers.
The race attracted 74 registered competitors from 16 countries, 60 of whom actually started. Since the generous cut-off times to checkpoints allowed for hiking most of the way, some chose to hike the entire course, but most alternated running and walking.


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How desperate is hurricane-ravaged New Jersey? Not desperate enough to suspend a union monopoly that keeps the state in the bottom ten states for economic competitiveness (and #48 for business friendliness). Relief crews from Alabama who were specifically called to New Jersey found themselves diverted to Long Island, NY after they arrived because they use non-union labor. Alabama is a right-to-work state.
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Ain't Misbehaving cast – (l-r) Paul Maniweather, LeAndrea Johnson, Tyrone Johnson Jr., Brandi Hydleburg, Deryl Wynn, Jazmin Salberrios and Andrew Hazzard.
Delaware State University's Theatre Program will presents "Ain't Misbehaving," the 1978 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, at 7:30 p.m. nightly Thursday and Friday, April 4-5 in the Education and Humanities Theatre on campus.
The production is free and open to the public.
The musical showcases DSU students Brandi Hydleburg, Andrew Hazzard, Tyrone Ashley Jr., Paul Meniweather, Deryl Wynn, Jazmin Salberrios and LeAndrea Johnson
The production is a salute to the Harlem Renaissance stride piano musician Thomas "Fats" Waller and features a number of his songs such as Ain't Misbehavin', Honeysuckle Rose, T'ain't Nobody's Business, Black and Blues, and many more.
The production's director is Dr. Shirlyn Henry Brown and the music director is Dr. David Tolley.


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Spinach and Ricotta Gnocchi: a yummy way to get kids to eat their veggies.
Jeffrey follows Chef Tusk as he scratch-makes tender Italian dumplings.
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C.J. Wilson has looked good so far this year for the Los Angeles Angels
32-year old lefty starting pitcher C.J. Wilson isn't letting the Angels poor start effect his performance. Wilson has pitched in 17 games (all starts) for the Angels so far this year and he is 8-5 with a 3.63 ERA and a 1.35 WHIP. Wilson has given up 99 hits and 45 walks while whiffing 99 batters in his first 106 2/3 innings so far this year, which is impressive for the most part….except all the walks. Wilson has now pitched in 51 games (all starts) in his first two years with the Angels and he is 21-15 with a 3.76 ERA and a 1.35 WHIP. Wilson signed a 5-year, $77.5 million dollar deal two winters ago and the Angels are getting some bang for their bucks.