tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-243696342010-01-02T19:59:01.409-05:00Onward Charleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14475468048406809080onward.charles@gmail.comBlogger377125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24369634.post-86643231857899880362009-12-18T14:54:00.005-05:002009-12-18T15:06:01.243-05:00

It's been several years since 'Devil In the Woods' printed its last issue, but the online offspring, 'Self-Titled,' has been thriving wonderfully in the developing Digital Age. The former always teetered along the line between "'zine" and "magazine" because its size was comparable to larger, more lucrative pubs but its style and content were much more authentic and varied in personality like that

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For no particular reason, despite having a hearty mix of RSS subscriptions, I realize I've fallen out of touch with a lot of music. This is why I just came off of a 48-hour Kraftwerk kick. And, of course, hanging out with Russ of soldoutmusic certainly reminded me of all of the music I should have heard. And it's also trying to get my freelancing outlets back in order. Regardless of the

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Each December, Miami hosts Art Basel as a sister event to the original convention held in Basel, Switzerland. Artists from around the world and various points on the creative timeline are celebrated with their classic or modern works. And, of course there are always crazy-ass parties.There are so many things that could be said about the event, but since I've never been I won't pretend to have an

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A journalist/DJ recently posed the question: What is your favorite 12" of the last decade? Interesting, since it could encompass an album, single or EP, and immediately piqued the thinker's interest because it waxes nostalgic (wahhhh pun) of, in this digital age, something physically owned and cherished.His own answer was the "Inspiration / Transition" vinyl from Underground Resistance, which -

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I don't purchase many books or CDs anymore, and that is due to the fact that I move often. My CD and (later, additionally) books collections have always been very important to me. If I had "all the money in the world" I'd have libraries in my apartments...as I'd purchase several of modest sizes in a handful of my favorite cities.When I buy a book or CD, it's often a big deal now because I think

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I am astounded by Red Bull Cola's sampler design. I've worked with some of the reps in the Boston area, and really respect the sort of attitude that Red Bull has towards taste and identity as a brand. While I'm not the biggest fan of the original drink, I do love the cola. Yes, the fact that it's using mostly organic and natural products is widely part of the appeal, but I think it tastes great.

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I absolutely love The Big Pink, and while it's not going to be able to knock Ben Klock's One out of the #1 slot for my favorite album of 2009, it's definitely aiming for the top five. They've finally released A Brief History Of Love and Pitchfork not only gave it an 8.2 rating, but it's a well-crafted review. I love the production and brooding ambiance on the record, and am thrilled that they are

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If I could go back to any point in time to Michael Jackson's career, it would be the Bad era tour. He was so incredibly on his game, and it was shortly before the early 90s where he was at an absolute peak. Also, while I've never found him to be very attractive, I think he hit his height in the looks department at that time. Nevertheless, he really is the King of Pop. It took a few days, really,

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While rockabilly isn't as gentrified into mainstream fashion as punk - as an idea - there are still bits and pieces in so much on the forefront of modern subculture. Over in England, however, there's an interesting twist that's been going on for many years, and more removed from music than what we are most familiar. The "Teddy Boys" are a resurgence of the Edwardian Period, which started in the

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Please let this be an example that hyping bands way too soon, before they even hatch, is a bad idea. We all KNOW this, but the industry pumps it out and the fans continue to consume. Pitchfork, who drove a lot of Wavves hype (also, when did they drop a "v" from their name?) from the get-go, should have known better. Why? Did lo/no-fi need a surge? Was there a lack of "it" genres?Rather than

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Spin-offs of spin-offs in the Reality TV realm often induce painful groans, but upon hearing about Afghan Star, my ears perked. A winner at this year's Sundance Awards, the premise is magnetic.After 30 years of war and Taliban rule, pop Idol has come to Afghanistan. Millions are watching the TV series ‘Afghan Star’ and voting for their favorite singers by mobile phone. For many this is their

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Is it wrong that I'm far too excited to be getting a Facebook URL come the end of the week? Please don't tell anyone...Onward Charles does, in fact, have a Facebook presence, but it really should be updated more often. It's rather bare, but this is definitely a part of Facebook that hasn't been given much love on the design/aesthetic sides. Still please feel free to become a fan here.This summer,

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As the well-known brick 'n mortar record store monsters close, one by one, a new era of music commerce has been budding. The Internet is going strong, and I don't think anyone can really say where all of this is going. Print publications and record stores are slowly going out of business, and while I'm thrilled to see some of the most memorable/important American independent record stores thrive,

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I'm usually not impressed by celebrity shots, but I've got to admit this pic posted on the always-pleasing What Would Tyler Durden Do? (a staple of my RSS reader) is really breathtaking.Guess who...See more here: Is that someone famous?

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So good. My current obsession.The Whitest Kids 'U Know

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I feel kind of weird - a little too nerdy - to be staring at a showerhead with soft "ooohs" and "ahhhs" accompanying my exhales. Still, this new Flipside handshower from Kohler is making me want to spend a long time in the bathroom. $125 seems a little steep for a showerhead, but the more I contemplate it the more I think it might be worth it.Dear Kohler - please feel free to send me a free

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I haven't particularly been a fan of Absolut Pears simply because I am not a fan of mixing it with ginger ale, soda water or tonic. Anything else with bubbles I'm wholly uninterested in drinking, period. A new (?) recipe has come along that seems to be a nice spin with a twist of risk. Glad to see the recipes for pear-infused vodka getting more love.Jalapeno-Pear Caipiroska2 oz. Absolut Pears

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I've done zero research, but have looked through every comic on this site. Absolutely brilliant. In addition to the above we have this and this.Enjoy.

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I'm a sucker for trendy-meets-useful, and this is it. Chikuno Cube is an air freshener made from ultra fine powder of bamboo charcoal and clay minerals. Bamboo Charcoal has a high capacity of absorbing odors, but the secret to the superior absorption powder of the Cube is the micro-honeycomb structure that amplifies its surface area by hundred fold. The 2" cube has the surface area of 4 football

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First of all, this is fucking ridiculous.Secondly, you might remember when Bitch was in the dumps back in September.Well the guillotine is upon Paste Magazine, truly one of the best pubs in the music industry. I would be rightly sad to see this magazine go. My time as a publicist was spent very close to this company - especially due to the personal connections I used to have to Atlanta/Decatur."

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Sam Coomes of Quasi has another project called Pink Mountain. A noisier Nirvana with hardly any vocals and way more synths, I am definitely a fan. This is not their first record, but I expect the new one to garner much more attention. Sputnik Music manages to be exceedingly eloquent in their review of the record in comparison to what I might have to say about it. Alarm also has a great short

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Mother's Day is fast approaching (May 10th) and I'm not entirely sure what to do. I am as broke as most of my friends, and fresh out of ideas. More than anything, I know that my mother just wants my company, but there is the big Frodus show at Death By Audio that night in Brooklyn. See a great band, or honor the woman who put up with your shit when you were a goth teenager? I think the choice is

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I'm a sucker for grindcore, metalcore and hardcore from Massachusetts. There's one guy whom I've had the pleasure of knowing for nearly a decade now, and has churned out bands, ideas and designs with a productive ferocity that I don't see often. To this day, I still miss my Ventilation Through A Grating t-shirt - a piece of cloth that represented the outlet for many of his collective projects and

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This is a long time coming. For years now, I've been hearing about what I'd already declared my favorite film of all time. Having been fortunate enough to see a raw screening several months ago with 4 other people, Speaking In Code - a film by Amy Grill that features David Day, Philip Sherburne and a vast array of genius within the techno genre in the last 15 years - surpassed all expectations. I

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Today is the Greek Orthodox Easter. Come to think of it, it may be the Easter Sunday for all Eastern Orthodox religions (Russian and other nationalities that do not fall under the Roman Catholic realm). Hoping to break plates, drink ouzo and eat lamb from the spit, we will return to our regularly scheduled mischief come the new work week. The last 10 days or so were spent traveling, and while

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