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Category Archives: Arts and Culture
Just Like Sister Ray Said
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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Tagged lou reed, obituaries, rock'n'roll, sister ray, velvet underground, white light white heat
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This Summer’s Contest of Hipness: The 2013 Bushwick Games
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
Posted in Arts and Culture, Old Stuff
Tagged block party, brian larue, brooklyn, bushwick, dance party, diy, hipsters, O, rooftop party, satire
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Happy Valentine’s Day. Have a Mope-Rock Maxi Single!
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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Tagged brian larue, brooklyn, daniel kasshu, dialogue from a silent film, indie rock, jim bentley, jon chapman, post-punk, shoegaze, the fort
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Hey, It's Brian LaRue 