There’s just me… it’s holly.
Archive of published articles on October, 2007
Back homeHappy Friday.
1. What was your first email address? Do you still use it?
2. What kind of cell phone do you have? What’s your ringtone?
3. What kind of computer do you have?
4. What’s your favorite electricity based accessory?
Answer in the comments.
We saw Emily open up for Floetry at the HOB San Diego a couple months ago. She’s a funky mix of acoustic and r&b, and I love it. The first time I heard her, it reminded me of the first time I heard Alicia Keys on BET’s “Midnight Love” singing Fallin’. It’s that “Oh, yeah… she’s gonna be the shit” feeling. My favorite track off of her album is U & I, but the whole CD is fantastical. Listen, I said:
Jill Scott = Amazing. That’s what she is. 1/2 Woman, 1/2 amazing. There’s no way words can describe what an amazing show it was on Thursday night, including the 2nd encore (!!!), so I won’t even try. You should have been there.
Shit’s on fire here.
But I made Cobbler.
So, I’ve had headaches the past couple of days from all of the smoke and ash in the air, but it looks as if the wind has blown a lot of it out today, thank goodness. There are a couple of fires closer to my house, but I’m still not worried enough to sit at home and bite my fingernails. If the fire reaches anywhere near the ocean, we have much bigger problems to worry about… like, where the fuck to go.
But my cobbler was excellent – especially with french vanilla ice cream.
I’m going to see Jill Scott tonight at the House Of Blues on Sunset Strip. I can already see how jealous you are! Stop that…
She’s amazing. I’ve seen her live 4 times now, and she never ceases to amaze me. Jonathan’s going, and so is Natalie. I’ll try to take pictures with my crappy ass camera phone, since they get all airport security tight and try to take your cameras n shit.
There’s a silver lining for every cloud… every dark, niggerish cloud.
Introduction:
You know that guy? I hate that guy. You hate that guy. WE ALL HATE THAT GUY. Inspiration for “That Guy” comes from always talking about That Guy with friends, the Mr. Man / Little Miss series, and a dream that Tater had about me writing children’s books. Well, they’re not quite children’s books, tater, but here’s the first (of hopefully many) installations of That Guy: Rap Guy.
Rap Guy:
Rap Guy has been trying to make it big for a while. He holds down at least 3 part time jobs, including, but not limited to the following: tattoo artist, customer service representative, bus boy, retail specialist, burger flipper. Rap Guy definitely has at least one child, whom he includes in the “sentimental” rap on his mixtape, which also means he has at least one baby’s mama, whom he includes in the “fuck that bitch” rap on his mixtape. Rap Guy has a decent skill level as far as writing and rapping, especially when he strikes gold with Rap Guy’s Beatmaker. Rap Guy is not complete without Rap Guy’s Entourage, including Rap Guy’s Manager and Rap Guy’s Hypeman/Hypemen. Rap Guy usually has all the latest gear, thanks to Rap Guy’s Girlfiend and Rap Guy’s Jumpoff.
Rap Guy’s Manager:
Rap Guy’s Manager manages a few local rappers, and one in New York for street cred. Rap Guy’s Manager manages at least one relative, usually a cousin. He hustles – real hard. Rap Guy’s Manager also falls under the category “Entrepreneur Guy”.
Rap Guy’s Beatmaker:
Rap Guy’s Beatmaker is usually Rap Guy’s cousin. He finally made enough drop-offs to get himself a Power Mac, where he uses GarageBand and FruityLoops to 1/3 of their potential. He likes to sample Dre beats a lot, but stays relevant by doing knock-off versions of “Crank Dat” and sampling Akon hooks.
Rap Guy’s Hypeman:
Rap Guy’s Hypeman stands on stage next to Rap Guy and shouts “yo yo yo” into the mic, while Rap Guy’s Manager watches from backstage. Some of Rap Guy’s Hypeman’s favorite phrases include, but are not limited to: “lift yo mothafuckin’ hands up in the air”, “uh… yeah… uh, uh, uh”, “hollaaaa”, and “ya heard”. Rap Guy’s Hypeman has absolutely no MC skills.
Rap Guy’s Girlfriend / Rap Guy’s Jumpoff:
Rap Guy’s Girlfriend and Rap Guy’s Jumpoff are present at all local shows. Rap Guy’s Girlfriend usually drives Rap Guy to his shows (because Rap Guy doesn’t have a reliable source of transportation), and always buys him a fresh ‘fit. Rap Guy’s Girlfriend is not necessarily Rap Guy’s Baby’s Mama. Rap Guy’s Jumpoff is usually situated near Rap Guy’s Girlfriend at shows – and they definitely recognize each other for what they are. Rap Guy’s Jumpoff doesn’t buy the ‘fits, but she may purchase shoes, chains or fitted caps. Rap Guy’s Jumpoff may have been Rap Guy’s Manager’s Girlfriend previously, but will never do Rap Guy’s Hypeman. That’s beneath her.
I need to read more. Hopefully this reflection will be the incentive I need!
1. What’s the first book you ever read?
2. What is your favorite book?
3. Pick up the nearest book/magazine or open up a PDF (you anti-paper people). Turn to page 12. Go to the 5th line. What it say?
4. If you could be any written fictional character, who would it be and why?
I know, it’s been a while since one of these. Brush up, little buddies! Answer in the comments. Happy Friday!
