Archive for January, 2009

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Fantasy Basketball Players of the Day - 1/28/09

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[?]Submitted by lester’s legends sports blog

1/28/09
30 Point Club
Kevin Durant - 35 Points
T.J. Ford - 34 Points
Chairman of the Boards (12+ Rebounds)
David Lee - 16 Boards
Greg Oden - 14 Boards
Troy Murphy - 13 Boards
Samuel Dalembert - 13 Boards
Josh Smith - 12 Boards
March of Dimes (10+ Assists)
Jose Calderon - 11 Dimes
Chris Duhon - […]

Super Bowl Fantasy Love/Hate

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[?]Submitted by lester’s legends sports blog

Time to weigh in on the Super Bowl matchups.
Quarterbacks
Love:
Kurt Warner - The Cardinals are a great passing team, and even though they are facing a great Defense, I’d still take Warner over Big Ben. He gets rid of the ball so quickly and Larry Fitzgerald […]

Perspectives on Sustainability Standards for Biofuel Production

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[?]Submitted by BIOconversion Blog

This article is a response to a call for comments on Version Zero of the draft Principles and Criteria for Sustainable Biofuels written by the Roundtable for Sustainable Biofuels after extensive, multi-stakeholder, international collaboration. A running public dialog on these standards is available online at the Bioenergy Wiki.
We […]

Great Comic

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[?]Submitted by Fantasy Sports Counselor Blog
The Counselor is IN:
Here is an “In the Bleachers” comic that is great. Enjoy.

The Counselor is OUT:

Classic Rock Videos

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[?]Submitted by Collecting Vinyl Records Blog
The Beatles - Thank You Girl

Teraracotta: Guerlain Spring/Summer 09

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[?]Submitted by British Beauty Blogger

Guerlain’s Spring/Summer 09 cosmetic range is one of the best I’ve seen this year - it’s quite simply stunning. Stand out items from the launch include three High Shine Soothing Lip Balms in earthy nude tones that will look gorgeous on anyone, regardless of skin tone, the […]

Skynyrd Keyboardist Dies

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[?]Submitted by Collecting Vinyl Records Blog
Rock & Roll lost another valued member when Lynyrd Skynyrd keyboardist Billy Powell passed away on January 28. He was 56 years old.
Powell called 911 around 12:55 Wednesday morning saying that he was experiencing breathing difficulties. Rescue crews were quickly dispatched to his Orange Park, Florida […]

Album Cover Art

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[?]Submitted by Collecting Vinyl Records Blog
I am starting a new feature about album cover art. Some I like, some I don’t, some are just insane and I wanted to share them with you :O)

Atlanta underground metal kingpins Mastodon revealed the cover to fourth album Crack the Skye. The cover comes courtesy […]

Music News & Notes

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[?]Submitted by Collecting Vinyl Records Blog
Cover Art of Michelle Branch’s New LP

An official cover art for Michelle Branch’s new album “Everything Comes and Goes” has been outed. The artwork pictures the singer sporting white tank top and picking up her guitar while looking sideways with street view during the daylight on […]

Lou Reed: Rock & Roll Quotes

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[?]Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog

“I’m not interested in my problems or attitudes, ’cause other people’s are so much funnier.”–Lou Reed
Generally speaking, I agree…however it’s all a matter of perspective, Lou. My problems and attitudes are often pretty funny. Funny not in the ha-ha sense, but funny in the strange, […]

California Guitar Trio/Bohemian Rhapsody: Rock & Roll Video

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[?]Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog

I saw this video on Music Ramble (a most excellent blog) and just had to share it. These guys, California Guitar Trio, do an outstanding version of Bohemian Rhapsody.

 

Rock & Roll Tidbits

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[?]Submitted by Collecting Vinyl Records Blog
Although there is some debate among collectors about what was the last commercially released 8-track tape by a major label, many agree it was “Fleetwood Mac’s Greatest Hits” in November 1988. There are reports of bootleg 8-track tapes being produced in Mexico as late as 1995 […]

Classic Rock Videos

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[?]Submitted by Collecting Vinyl Records Blog
The Beatles - I Should Have Known Better

Classic Rock Videos

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[?]Submitted by Collecting Vinyl Records Blog

This from my vinyl friend, Virgil Dickerson over at www.vinylcollective.com:
AUSTIN LUCAS “Somebody Loves You” LP gold vinyl
AUSTIN LUCAS “Somebody Loves You”
LP red/black half and half vinyl
AUSTIN LUCAS “Somebody Loves You”CD
AUSTIN LUCAS “Somebody Loves You” DELUXE SET w/ CD, LP, T-shirt, button, coozie, poster, and […]

Repost of TDP: The Next Big Thing

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[?]Submitted by R-Squared Energy Blog
Because of the upcoming IPO for Changing World Technologies (See this story at Seeking Alpha) the articles that I wrote on the company are getting quite a bit of traffic. I thought I would bump them to the top for a review of who they are, what […]

Parents: Rock & Roll Dictionary

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[?]Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog

Parents: people who eat at Denny’s even when they’re not drunk.

Sad News: Billy Powell of Lynyrd Skynryd Died Today

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[?]Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog

I just saw this news. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He was only 56 years old. I don’t know the cause of death. The official band website has asked for “respect and understanding during this difficult time”. I am sure they will […]

Flying Pig Large Mug

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[?]Submitted by Pigs.it Blog

When will Pigs Fly? During the Year of the Pig … That’s when. Get this mug at CafePress website: link

YIKES! It’s ALMOST GONE…Forever!

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[?]Submitted by Off the Cuff Style

Pro-SHEER ELEGANCE Fusible Interfacing

The ultimate in fusible interfacing is now available! Over one year in development, we are proud to offer Pro-Sheer Elegance Fusible Interfacing…the ultimate “low-temp” fusible interfacing for all knits and all lightweight woven fabrics.

This sheer matte interfacing truly is different. Due to it’s […]

Farmers Advised to Cash VeraSun Checks

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[?]Submitted by DTN Ethanol Blog
While farmers are told they should feel comfortable working with VeraSun in the future, farmer creditors express doubts of supplying corn after contracts settled.
Washington Biodiesel Plant obtains BQ-9000 Certification
New Generation, First Florida to pursue Biofuel Projects
Hereford BioFuels Seeks Chapter 11
Value of VeraSun Plants Hard to Guess

Nintendo may or may not be having sale problems

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[?]Submitted by Gaming Briefs and Nostalgia Bits
Not sure if I can fully understand this article:
TOKYO (AP) - Nintendo Co. said net profit for the April-December period fell 18 percent as a strong yen cut into robust demand for its gaming products, forcing the company to slash its full year forecast.
Group net […]

Sales down for PS3

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[?]Submitted by Gaming Briefs and Nostalgia Bits
Is the economic recession affecting this console’s sales? According to this news clip:
TOKYO (Reuters) - Sony Corp said on Thursday it sold 4.46 million units of its PlayStation 3 game console in October-December, down 9 percent from 4.9 million units a year earlier.
Sony, locked in […]

Nintendo’s “Baby Pals” game contains propaganda?

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[?]Submitted by Gaming Briefs and Nostalgia Bits
Some time ago, a doll was manufactured that said “Islam is the Light”. Now, according to this report on Wood8 TV (via Debbie Schlussel), there’s a new game called Baby Pals that’s got the same thing:
KNIGHTSVILLE, Ind. (WTHI) - Months ago, Rachel Jones was shocked […]

Repost of TDP: The Next Big Thing

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[?]Submitted by R-Squared Energy Blog

Because of the upcoming IPO for Changing World Technologies (See this story at Seeking Alpha) the articles that I wrote on the company are getting quite a bit of traffic. I thought I would bump them to the top for a review of who they are, what […]

The economy’s impact on the snowboarding industry

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[?]Submitted by www.snowboard-women.com

As the winter season has progressed and nothing but bad news comes out about the economy, the impact of job losses and tighter consumer spending on the ski and snowboarding industry is evident. For many people, skiing and snowboarding is a recreational hobby that is funded by discretionary […]

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