In honor of a fantastic Jonathan Coulton concert in Madison on Friday, I give you a Monday Music twofer!  First there is RE: Your Brains

And of course, I would be remiss if I didn't include Code Monkey.

That's the great part about his fan base... they are all perfectly willing to make his music videos for him with World of Warcraft.

I took a few pictures with my camera phone if you're interested.  It should come as no surprise that the crowd is very geeky, and almost everyone there was wearing "the uniform"... i.e. khaki's and a polo shirt.  And when Paul and Storm announced a giveaway for the first person who could show a 12 sided die, not only was there one person there with one, but it was a race between a dozen people to see who could get it out first.  And when Jonathan asked for a Mac Book power cable because he forgot his, there was actually someone there who had one to loan.

Inspired by this news story last week out of Africa:

Police in Congo have arrested 13 suspected sorcerers accused of using black magic to steal or shrink men's penises after a wave of panic and attempted lynchings triggered by the alleged witchcraft.

I give you this week's Monday Music... Detachable Penis by King Missile (may not be safe for work depending on where you work):

Some classic Radiohead to start your work week.  Enjoy.

Here's a 90's favorite from Rusted Root called Send Me on My Way.  I love pretty much everything about this song from the instrumental composition, to the lyrics. 

Have a great week everyone.

Depeche Mode... 'nuff said:

For your listening pleasure... some Gypsy Jazz... courtesy of Django Reinhardt.  This one is called Stormy Weather, which I thought was appropriate given the conditions in the area.

Have a great week everyone.

Lately I have to say that my music horizons have been broadened quite a bit.  But the one thing I have issue with still is trying to classify music.  For instance, last night I had the pleasure of listening to Avalon Four perform at County Clare.  They're a great group, with some great songs... some of which aren't exactly what I'd call politically correct... which are hilarious.  So what would you call that type of music?  I was told "gypsy jazz".  Never in a million years would I have put those two words together to describe music.  I have a lot to learn.

Even though there is snow on the ground, it is officially spring, and Easter has come and gone.  Personally, I'm officially sick of the snow.  For the first time this winter, I didn't even feel like getting out on the skis to enjoy it.  Maybe it was going out to the Wheel and Sprocket bike sale Saturday... but I'm ready for real spring.  So here's the irreplaceable Ella Fitzgerald:

A favorite of mine from Hoobastank.  Find some light, and enjoy your week.

It's Linus... singing the classic by The Police... Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic:

Have a great week everyone!

If you're looking for something great to do next weekend (March 8th), think about heading on over to St. Matthews Lutheran Church on 76th Street at 8PM for a performance by the Concord Chamber Orchestra.  It's their third this season, and will be featuring a Cello Concerto by the winner of a student competition, as well as selections by Edvard Grieg, and of course, the talents of one local blogger.  For full information, you can download this flier.

Dr. Evil: You know, I have one simple request. And that is to have sharks with frickin' laser beams attached to their heads! Now evidently my cycloptic colleague informs me that that cannot be done. Ah, would you remind me what I pay you people for, honestly? Throw me a bone here! What do we have?

Number 2:  Harps.

Dr. Evil:  Riiiggghhht.

Here's a classic from The Smiths... How Soon is Now?

For bragging rights... This song was used as the theme song for what television show?  No Googling allowed.

This isn't exactly new, but it was on my satellite radio recently, and I thought it would make a good song to start out the work week.  It's Drive Away, by Gratitude:

Here is a great one from Seven Mary Three to start off your work week:

Bragging rights to anyone who can name the television show that is referenced by the band's name.  Bonus points to anyone who can name the character that is referenced.  Please, no Googling.

Winner:  Fraley correctly identified "CHiPs" as the television show, but I can't give him credit for the character.