Nov 19
Estey commented on Philosophy For Babies.
Estey commented on Philosophy For Babies.
For those who have read the interview with him in Harper's this month, this could be Baby Sartre.
Nov 17
Estey commented on Don't Get Your Ayn Rand Panties in a Bundle.
Estey commented on Don't Get Your Ayn Rand Panties in a Bundle.
I love Bagge's book, and have to admit I agree with this cartoon in general.
I was put off reading Rand for years because the only person I'd ever met who was a fan of hers was a rat-faced closet case whose concept of "objectivism" was picking fights with shorter guys and worrying what everyone else thought about him. He hadn't made a very good case for her philosophy when he picked a fight and then ran off to hide in his art studio (and the emotionally arrested little bitch is probably hiding there today, still afraid). When it turned out he was fink for the cops it made perfect sense. Since then I figured he probably claimed to read Rand because he probably has mommy issues.
I was put off reading Rand for years because the only person I'd ever met who was a fan of hers was a rat-faced closet case whose concept of "objectivism" was picking fights with shorter guys and worrying what everyone else thought about him. He hadn't made a very good case for her philosophy when he picked a fight and then ran off to hide in his art studio (and the emotionally arrested little bitch is probably hiding there today, still afraid). When it turned out he was fink for the cops it made perfect sense. Since then I figured he probably claimed to read Rand because he probably has mommy issues.
Nov 13
Estey commented on Band Name Hall of Infamy.
Estey commented on Band Name Hall of Infamy.
My favorite unfortunate band name moment happened when I was cranking My Dad Is Dead's "Let's Skip The Details" in my room and later on my dad asked what I was playing. When I told him the name of the band, he said, "Hey, I don't like that band name!" He was serious -- like I was fucking with him or something. "What the hell?!"
Nov 13
Estey commented on Books Are on the Way to Slog Happy.
Estey commented on Books Are on the Way to Slog Happy.
Whoever got "Masterpiece Comics" really lucked out!
Nov 13
Estey commented on Beard Times, Indeed.
Estey commented on Beard Times, Indeed.
Okay, Dave, since you're the one making the criticism, and I know you've read plenty of Simon's stuff, I've thought about it, and "flimsy" is probably correct about this article. I just kind of like it even when he's being flimsy, but "What's up with all the beards?" -- how the hell does that get pitched? ("Hey, Eric -- what about nerd glasses? Fedoras? You want in on this action?")
My own beard is a nostalgia for the early grunge period when alternative rock boys could lavishly display hair (even facial) after years of Stalinist clean-shaven punk dominance. (I wasn't capable of such growth back then.) Also, the Seattle communist thing. But if I was a real man I'd go with a David Crosby walrus 'stache. With maybe the chops, but that seems arty.
My own beard is a nostalgia for the early grunge period when alternative rock boys could lavishly display hair (even facial) after years of Stalinist clean-shaven punk dominance. (I wasn't capable of such growth back then.) Also, the Seattle communist thing. But if I was a real man I'd go with a David Crosby walrus 'stache. With maybe the chops, but that seems arty.
Nov 11
Estey commented on Beard Times, Indeed.
Estey commented on Beard Times, Indeed.
Sorry, I love a good Reynolds extrapolation. He's fun, smart, playful, willing to play a little bit of the fool, and puts his credentials on the line for a wild theory. I've heard too many, say, house music experts that waste time hammering home lyrical references in an impotent attempt to appear nimble. Reynolds takes chances; I'd rather be lost in his meandering than endure the academic posturing of many of his peers.
Nov 10
Estey commented on Idolator: Enemy of Line Out.
Estey commented on Idolator: Enemy of Line Out.
Maura Johnston is our Lillian Roxon and more, and may end up our Ellen Willis. I'd love to see a tome reprinting the best of Idolator (R.I.P.).
Oct 30
Estey commented on "As It Is, So Be It".
Estey commented on "As It Is, So Be It".
The book is really good. You've done a great run down, Mike. It is kind of astonishing to note how celebrity-like the church was at some point, too, with its various connections to actors and artists.
Usually organizations that try to blend God and Satan so publicly don't get that much uncritical attention (as they had for awhile). It was an apocalyptic time (isn't it always?). The coffee house years are really fascinating as they're described in "Love Sex Death Fear."
For anyone into marginalist cultures and extreme counter-culture movements/groups that seem to disappear and/or are assimilated into various mainstream organizations, this would be a perfect Halloween experience.
Usually organizations that try to blend God and Satan so publicly don't get that much uncritical attention (as they had for awhile). It was an apocalyptic time (isn't it always?). The coffee house years are really fascinating as they're described in "Love Sex Death Fear."
For anyone into marginalist cultures and extreme counter-culture movements/groups that seem to disappear and/or are assimilated into various mainstream organizations, this would be a perfect Halloween experience.
Oct 29
Estey commented on The Cramps at the California State Mental Hospital, circa 1978.
Estey commented on The Cramps at the California State Mental Hospital, circa 1978.
This video is everything rock and roll to me.
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