Author Archives: Brian LaRue

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About Brian LaRue

Writer, Editor, Guitarist, and So On

I FIGURED OUT THE FORMULA FOR SUCCESS

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Brian LaRue

I GOT it. FINALLY. It’s so SIMPLE. All of my problems are solved.

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Just Like Sister Ray Said

Posted on October 27, 2013 by Brian LaRue

As news of Lou Reed’s death made the rounds today, I saw countless appreciations of Reed’s work, of the impact his music had had on people’s lives, on his regal position as an artist and innovator. It’s difficult to summarize … Continue reading →

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Journalists, Not Bloggers: Journalism Is Not a Solitary Act

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Brian LaRue

From time to time, usually while hamfistedly trying to finish off one home repair or another, I think, Look at me, a writer. I shoulda learned a trade. But recently, I realized… I actually did. There’s this idea that journalism is … Continue reading →

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This Summer’s Contest of Hipness: The 2013 Bushwick Games

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Brian LaRue

Who says Brooklyn hipsters are lazy? Why, they engage in feats of strength and endurance as a matter of course. Finally the hardiest, quickest and most adroit among them will be recognized for their years of training this summer, competing … Continue reading →

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A Little About Why I Never Made Eagle Scout

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Brian LaRue

Today, following a nationwide vote of 1,400 Scout leaders, the Boy Scouts of America decided to open up Scouting to boys who happened to be gay. In a way, this is a bit of news I’d been waiting to hear … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentine’s Day. Have a Mope-Rock Maxi Single!

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Brian LaRue

Hey, it’s Valentine’s Day! When I was in my early 20s, I preferred to observe Valentine’s Day by listening to all of my Black Flag records in chronological order. Nowadays, I feel much more comfortable with my circumstances, and I’d … Continue reading →

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