Ekseption - Sabre Dance
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Friday, May 17, 2013
Who gives a §$%& about the scandals?
Dear Reader,
It has been a while since I wrote about politics. The media hype about the current three so called scandals in the White House drive me nuts.
First of all, there is just one scandal, the AP phone record issue. But the US Department of Injustice is long past legal behavior. They don't care about the constitution, human rights, civil rights and all this other outdated stuff. It is all about National Security now. What ever that might be.
The IRS scandal isn't one. It is perfectly alright to check, whether or not tax-exempt institutions deserve that status. We already have enough PACs, Super-PACs, lobbyists, and other bribery and corruption in politics. We don't need more.
And the Benghazi shit is just that, shit.
Of course, the Democrats play their part in that stupid theater. They are defending Obama like crazy. And like always the completely miss the point.
Here is a great article, from The Atlantic, pointing it out. Let me quote parts, emphasis by me:
It has been a while since I wrote about politics. The media hype about the current three so called scandals in the White House drive me nuts.
First of all, there is just one scandal, the AP phone record issue. But the US Department of Injustice is long past legal behavior. They don't care about the constitution, human rights, civil rights and all this other outdated stuff. It is all about National Security now. What ever that might be.
The IRS scandal isn't one. It is perfectly alright to check, whether or not tax-exempt institutions deserve that status. We already have enough PACs, Super-PACs, lobbyists, and other bribery and corruption in politics. We don't need more.
And the Benghazi shit is just that, shit.
Of course, the Democrats play their part in that stupid theater. They are defending Obama like crazy. And like always the completely miss the point.
Here is a great article, from The Atlantic, pointing it out. Let me quote parts, emphasis by me:
Thursday, May 16, 2013
American Classical Music
Dear Reader,
To many lovers of classical music the headline may sound like an oxymoron.
Already I hear European history snobs like Glynsky saying:
Let me prove them wrong.
Beethoven introduced singing to symphonic music. And there is an American, who introduced jazz into opera.
I am talking about the genial George Gershwin. He had studied classical music thoroughly and enough to know the rules. And to then break them in a genial way. Porgy and Bess was revolutionary in many ways. An opera with jazz music, an all black cast of professional singers, it took the world a while to understand it. Today, Porgy and Bess is among the classical repertoire and nobody doubts its importance and brilliance.
Here is George Gershwin, the master himself, playing his master piece, Rhapsody in blue:
It does sound different from what you on radio today, doesn't it?
And we can have it even "more American":
To many lovers of classical music the headline may sound like an oxymoron.
Already I hear European history snobs like Glynsky saying:
"Isn't America a bit too young to have produced classical music?"
Let me prove them wrong.
Beethoven introduced singing to symphonic music. And there is an American, who introduced jazz into opera.
I am talking about the genial George Gershwin. He had studied classical music thoroughly and enough to know the rules. And to then break them in a genial way. Porgy and Bess was revolutionary in many ways. An opera with jazz music, an all black cast of professional singers, it took the world a while to understand it. Today, Porgy and Bess is among the classical repertoire and nobody doubts its importance and brilliance.
Here is George Gershwin, the master himself, playing his master piece, Rhapsody in blue:
It does sound different from what you on radio today, doesn't it?
And we can have it even "more American":
pole dancing...
Dear diablog,
The luverly Philippa
has obviously become emotionally involved with a Chinese acrobat! I say this not due to any romantic issue but she has sent in, recently, a number of vids extolling the virtues of strength and abilities of these performers who obviously hold her in thrall.
This is no exception - the skills and strength are so akin to mine I am thinking of taking it up.
Maybe Philippa will then film me at it.
Yours, diablog, poles apart
Glynsky
The luverly Philippa
has obviously become emotionally involved with a Chinese acrobat! I say this not due to any romantic issue but she has sent in, recently, a number of vids extolling the virtues of strength and abilities of these performers who obviously hold her in thrall.
This is no exception - the skills and strength are so akin to mine I am thinking of taking it up.
Maybe Philippa will then film me at it.
Yours, diablog, poles apart
Glynsky
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Space Oddity?
Hi Diablog,
Featured below is the world's most expensive music video ever produced.
It featured Chris Hadfield on board the international space station.
He has just arrived back after a mission lasting over 5 months, and we all sincerely hope and pray that he will be replaced by Glynsky in the very near future.
Until this happens enjoy the song...
Featured below is the world's most expensive music video ever produced.
It featured Chris Hadfield on board the international space station.
He has just arrived back after a mission lasting over 5 months, and we all sincerely hope and pray that he will be replaced by Glynsky in the very near future.
Until this happens enjoy the song...
And I miss You - Pete!
Dear Reader,
Am I the only one missing Pete? I didn't think so.
While we all have been a little busier than usual lately, that isn't the (only) reason for Pete's abstinence.
Just when I thought it is OK to leave the engine room for a while, our star at diablog screws up his login. Or lost his password. Or something.
So, you all can blame me for keeping Pete logged out longer than he wanted to be. Mea culpa. I know, Iren will never forgive me this one.
To make it up to Pete here is what I hope to be a little Pete Booster,
Vanessa Carlton with A Thousand Miles, or what I call "And I miss you".
By the way, wasn't it more beautiful, when singers didn't have more metal in their faces, than I have on my key chain? When nail polish was enough, instead of tattoos all over?
Stay tuned and, please forgive me, if you can,
Engine Room
Am I the only one missing Pete? I didn't think so.
While we all have been a little busier than usual lately, that isn't the (only) reason for Pete's abstinence.
Just when I thought it is OK to leave the engine room for a while, our star at diablog screws up his login. Or lost his password. Or something.
So, you all can blame me for keeping Pete logged out longer than he wanted to be. Mea culpa. I know, Iren will never forgive me this one.
To make it up to Pete here is what I hope to be a little Pete Booster,
Vanessa Carlton with A Thousand Miles, or what I call "And I miss you".
By the way, wasn't it more beautiful, when singers didn't have more metal in their faces, than I have on my key chain? When nail polish was enough, instead of tattoos all over?
Stay tuned and, please forgive me, if you can,
Engine Room
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
rotarians...
Dear diablog,
Christina
as always technologically and aviation informed has been scouring the internet for innovations and has come up with a really interesting application for a new 'toy' which seems to be attracting a great deal of attention .
Apparently my looks and demeanor remind her of
which prompted her to instruct her subject to perform my personal signature tune!
The wonders of modern science will always intrigue - along with speculation as to who thought of the idea in the first place!
Yours, diablog, in rotation
Glynsky
Christina
as always technologically and aviation informed has been scouring the internet for innovations and has come up with a really interesting application for a new 'toy' which seems to be attracting a great deal of attention .
Apparently my looks and demeanor remind her of
which prompted her to instruct her subject to perform my personal signature tune!
The wonders of modern science will always intrigue - along with speculation as to who thought of the idea in the first place!
Yours, diablog, in rotation
Glynsky
Monday, May 13, 2013
willpower...
Dear diablog,
I have been struggling for the last 10 days to find the time to devote to posting on G+P as I have been heavily involved (under strict 'guidance' from Mme) in a swathe of landscaping work in the Glynsky Towers back yard. It is still ongoing (and likely to be so for another month) and sometimes 'does my head in'.
A few days ago, out of the blue, Engine Room popped in to show off his vintage car (!) and drink a years worth of coffee. As usual, when in the International HQ, the better things of life are enjoyed to the hilt and, of course, the conversation turns to music. I suppose that when surrounded by half a ton of vinyl it is difficult not to!
Whilst thumbing through records to play I stumbled upon an album which was once an obsession and had to be played three times a week! It is a unique and highly innovative experiment and therefore rather than as I usually do which is to dedicate one post only to an artist/album I will spread this over a few before telling you who, what and when - and there will be some surprises. The first is that the lyrics for this song are by, of all people, Stevie Winwood, and his link to the artist may be revealed in the future.
The whole theme and raison d'etre of the album is to encourage the development of positive attitudes in life (related to specific areas) and as this had/is been my mantra for years I found it fascinating. In addition it was, for the time, in a very 'different' style which I now think would be categorised as 'techno'. Whatever it was it is still fresh and interesting and I still find it compelling.
So enough - first off listen to this. There is no vid so you are forced to listen to the lyrics which is the whole point .
I hope you enjoyed this taster - a feast is to follow.
Yours, diablog, on a high
Glynsky
all clips thanks to youtube
I have been struggling for the last 10 days to find the time to devote to posting on G+P as I have been heavily involved (under strict 'guidance' from Mme) in a swathe of landscaping work in the Glynsky Towers back yard. It is still ongoing (and likely to be so for another month) and sometimes 'does my head in'.
A few days ago, out of the blue, Engine Room popped in to show off his vintage car (!) and drink a years worth of coffee. As usual, when in the International HQ, the better things of life are enjoyed to the hilt and, of course, the conversation turns to music. I suppose that when surrounded by half a ton of vinyl it is difficult not to!
Whilst thumbing through records to play I stumbled upon an album which was once an obsession and had to be played three times a week! It is a unique and highly innovative experiment and therefore rather than as I usually do which is to dedicate one post only to an artist/album I will spread this over a few before telling you who, what and when - and there will be some surprises. The first is that the lyrics for this song are by, of all people, Stevie Winwood, and his link to the artist may be revealed in the future.
The whole theme and raison d'etre of the album is to encourage the development of positive attitudes in life (related to specific areas) and as this had/is been my mantra for years I found it fascinating. In addition it was, for the time, in a very 'different' style which I now think would be categorised as 'techno'. Whatever it was it is still fresh and interesting and I still find it compelling.
So enough - first off listen to this. There is no vid so you are forced to listen to the lyrics which is the whole point .
I hope you enjoyed this taster - a feast is to follow.
Yours, diablog, on a high
Glynsky
all clips thanks to youtube
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Mad Men (And Women)
This video is called 'people are awesome' but having watched it I feel that perhaps the title of 'People are fucking stupid' is more appropriate.
I will leave you Diablog readers to judge for yourselves....
I will leave you Diablog readers to judge for yourselves....
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Musical Cartoons by Gerard Hoffnung
Dear Reader,
We all at diablog love music and humor. A while ago I was introduced to an artist, brilliantly combining the two. Gerard Hoffnung, was born in Germany in 1925 to Jewish parents and he emigrated with his mother to London in the late thirties.
The website about him, http://www.musicweb-international.com/hoffnung/index.htm, is run and maintained by his widow and daughters.
Gerard Hoffnung was published in various magazines and newspapers, including the famous Punch. Some examples of his work for Punch you can find here: http://punch.photoshelter.com/gallery/-/G00007LVX7D5_A8s/.
For some odd reason, this one:
made me think of Glynsky.
Sadly, Gerard Hoffnung died at the young age of 37.
We all at diablog love music and humor. A while ago I was introduced to an artist, brilliantly combining the two. Gerard Hoffnung, was born in Germany in 1925 to Jewish parents and he emigrated with his mother to London in the late thirties.
The website about him, http://www.musicweb-international.com/hoffnung/index.htm, is run and maintained by his widow and daughters.
Gerard Hoffnung was published in various magazines and newspapers, including the famous Punch. Some examples of his work for Punch you can find here: http://punch.photoshelter.com/gallery/-/G00007LVX7D5_A8s/.
For some odd reason, this one:
made me think of Glynsky.
Sadly, Gerard Hoffnung died at the young age of 37.
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