More on tattoos

I find tattoos repulsive. They literally hurt my eyes. They're not exercises in rebellion or individuality- they're a moronic fad that quite simply, LOOKS trashy even if the person isn't. As an artist and painter- I am appalled by the defacement and mutilation of God's creations. Philosophy aside, I just think they're ALL ugly- the plastering of ink on rock musicians, the little butterflies on ankles, the horrible distractive symbol on a woman's back, belly, or hip- no, what turns me on are the gorgeous, unmarred curves and expanses of unmarked, unpierced, virginal flesh that we were all born with, whatever the color, size, or shape. That blotch of ink, no matter how meaningful to the misguided soul, is simply ugly as hell.

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Palin sucks

First of all, Mr. X is full of crap. If he's a democrat or a
journalist, I'm Joe the Plumber. And Joe the plumber isn't even Joe
the Plumber- another pathetic joke from the McCain campaign. "Mr. X"
is as full of hatred as all the other pro-Palin and anti-Obama morons
and bigots. People aren't jealous of Sarah Palin- they're terrified of
her and McCain running for president! Otherwise, who cares?
Interesting that the people bothered by attacks on Palin could care
less what others are saying about the Obamas. And I hate to break it
to you, kiddies, but you and your parents need professional
counseling for your bigoted hatred and a more effective education.
White trash smells. Or you're all sociopaths, like Mr. X.

Dylan review

As a musician, I can relate to the comment that dancing energizes the performer. They pick up on the energy and enthusiasm, and are inspired to give even more. As a listener/fan, I'd like to drop-kick some of these mindless, inconsiderable deadheads who block my view and disrupt my concentration and enjoyment. That's why I'm more likely to buy DVD's these days than pay a fortune to subject myself to that frustration. And, yes- it's true- as the journalist Al Aronowitz once said, Dylan is the Heavyweight Champion of the World.

American idiots

Chell Ess

23:13 PMOct 08 2008

It occurs to me reading some of these hate-filled idiotic, racist, sexist rants that as far as I'm concerned personally, "the Enemy" isn't necessarily a terrorist from another country, but a despicable, illiterate moron who thinks he or she is an American patriot because of his compulsive use of the word "liberal," which is acceptable to use as a weapon whereas the "N" word is not. MISTER-ALL-CAPS!!! Shut up!

Dylan

I can't wait to listen to the new CD's. The world is a better place with him still in it. There has never been anyone like him, and at his white-hot peak in the late 60's, he was completely untouchable. He's made some bad records, and his voice is more shot now than Satchmo's- but that's how he uses it- as a different instrument. A few years ago, I was watching him sing while on tour with Paul Simon. Simon came out and sang like Paul Simon. Dylan came out and altered every song. No way could Joan Baez do an impersonation of This Dylan! I was confused, a little disappointed. Then I realized that not only wasn't he trying to sound like Bob Dylan, he wasn't necessarily trying to limit himself to rock and roll or even the blues. What he was doing with his voice was what Miles Davis did with his trumpet. As I began to listen to what I now felt was more like jazz music, my expectations evaporated and I was absolutely mesmerized.

I love Paul, too- but Dylan made him look like a lightweight.