Blogcritics Editors' Picks: March 8 through March 14
Published March 15, 2006
Once again, a tantalizing array of menu items from which to create a Blogcritical feast. There's something for everyone here, so pour yourself a cup of coffee and enjoy the best of what BC had to offer this week.
Let me take a moment to remind those of you who are chosen that you are invited to submit your own pick for next week (due to space considerations, please limit it to one). Please feel free to email me your picks by next Tuesday.
MUSIC
Music Editor Connie Phillips chose:
CD Review: Willie Nile - Streets of New York by Mark Saleski
Mark delivers a terrific review of an obscure record with the style and personality that is truly his; a very enjoyable read.
Book Review: Various - From The Home Office In Abbey Road Studio... by Ed Driscoll
In this article, Ed gives us his own top ten books on guitars and recording. With each book he lists, he gives a detailed description and comprehensive review of the usefulness of the book. An excellent reference source if you're interested in guitars and recording, and still fascinating even if you're not.
Punks Show How Unpunk They Really Are by Scott Butki
This article has stirred some controversy and received an immense amount of comment activity. Scott takes a look at what exactly defines punk and the Sex Pistols in particular, just in time for their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction.
BOOKS
Books Editor Natalie Bennett writes:
One of the joys of Blogcritics is reading articles from people who are obviously passionate, and expert, about their chosen subjects. There were a couple of fascinating examples in Books this week.
Book Review: A Field Guide to the Birds of the West Indies by James Bond by Mike Bergin
This has, Mike, told us, been superceded by later works, and is not entirely up-to-date. But there is one special attraction, a 007 kind of attraction...
Book Review: A Witch's Notebook by Silver Ravenwolf by Amita Dragonspell
OK - not everyone's cup of tea, but I detect in Amita's words a real depth of knowledge and love for the subject. And I can pretty well guarantee you'll expand your vocabulary by at least one word: anyone for a sigil?
TV/FILM
TV Editor Joan Hunt chose:
America's Previously Barely-Employable Model by Don Baiocchi
I wish I could offer an adequate summary. I can't. Just. go. read. it.
The Colbert Report 3-8-06 by Josh Phillips
I don't care how old this kid is, his sense of humor is absolutely incredible.
Deal or No Deal by Scott C. Smith
Howie's back. This time, though, there are no funny voices, no songs, and no glove atop his head. There are only briefcases, leggy models, and a million dollars for him to work with. Oh yeah, and an ever-changing cast of average Joe contestants willing to push their luck.
Technical Administrator Phillip Winn chose:
Movie Review: {censored} by Chris Beaumont
How do you review a movie when you can't mention the title, the actors, or the plot? Chris manages it well while describing an early test screening of a future romantic comedy.
CULTURE
Culture Editor Diana Hartman chose:
You Throw Like A Boy: Some Thoughts on Sexism by Victor Lana
The ball bounces back and forth and back again in Victor's contribution to Blog Against Sexism Day.
- Blogcritics Editors' Picks: March 8 through March 14
- Published: March 15, 2006
- Type: News
- Section: Culture
- Filed Under: Culture: Administrative, Culture: Arts, Sci/Tech: Blogging, Sci/Tech: Internet
- Part of a feature: Editors' Picks
- Writer: Lisa McKay
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Thanks for including me.
So how does this work as far as me picking out one I want mentioned next week?
You read a lot of posts this week, pick your favorite, and send it to me next Tuesday, including the URL if you please, and a brief description of why you thought it rocked. And that's all there is to it!
Someone tell gypsyman it is Elmer Fudd and he says Kill the Wabbit....
Looney Tunes.
I know that, you know that, but Microsoft spell check doesn't. Actually I just plain missed it, sorry, I should know better. I will accept whatever punishment that Sylvester, Tweety Bird and Wily E. Coyote can come up with as long as it comes in a package marked Acme.
Thanks Steven for your kind words. It's funny how Wagner of all people, considered the most inaccessible by opera buffs, is one of the few composers who has made an impact on the general public.
cheers gypsyman
Thanks for explaining, Lisa
I am honored my article was chosen as an editor's choice selection. Thanks, Joan!
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thank you very much for choosing my review for this week.