A Revolution


I am not sure if you guys are aware, but there’s a pretty big series of events unfolding in Egypt. It certainly smacks of the word revolution. However, there are a lot that either haven’t heard much at all or only a little about it. Sad, eh? That’s the country we live in, folks. Where the halftime show for the Super Bowl – featuring what I called an embarrassment to Daft Punk fans everywhere – causes more of a controversy and sparks more debate than what an estimated 80 million people have to deal with on a daily basis. With a man we’ve supported, albeit in very private fashion, no less. Our tenuous support of Hosni Mubarak stems in large part from our dealings with Israel, so no doubt they’re keeping a close eye on this, also.

Well, regardless of what happens, this has become the biggest story in the world – and affected my travel plans. So hey, I’m providing much of a revolution of my own when it comes to fighting shady travel companies. Honestly? I’m pretty worried about the events unfolding. It has more of an impact on the world as a whole than I think people realize. It’s more of a trickle down effect, though. That entire region is unstable. From Sudan – which recently saw South Sudan vote to secede – to Tunisia, Jordan, and Yemen. What we’re witnessing is unprecedented in history. It could have long lasting ramifications with world relations. A revolution is what it truly is.

Click to Play The Beatles – Revolution

I could honestly go on and on about what is happening, but this story has so many layers and complexities to it, that I simply don’t have the room to discuss it. So enjoy your week, folks. And do try to pay attention to what’s happening in your world!

Magic through Macy and Modjo


That’s a stupid title. I know. Whatever. The tracks, however, aren’t stupid. They’re both record rips from my own collection, which I think a lot of people reading this regularly are starting to get used to. Hey, I have a lot of good shit on wax. What can I say?

Anyhow, after the Modjo postings a few weeks back, I tried in vain to see if anyone else had already posted the Harry “Choo Choo” Romero dub of their cut “Lady”. Nope! So here is the “Titanium Dub” by Romero. A bit too long, as he probably could’ve cut at least a minute off the total length, but a good DJ will know how to use this extra time well.

[Download Modjo – Lady (Harry “Choo Choo” Romero’s Titanium Dub)]

Next is a track I hadn’t listened to in years, in all honesty. Macy Gray’s “Sexual Revolution” got the remix treatment by the boys at Subliminal, and this is really the only worthwhile mix – save for the acapella – on the 12″. Dark, dirty, and just the right length. One of the more underrated and impressive cuts by Subliminal, in my opinion. Definitely take a listen to this one! So fucking beautiful….so fucking beautiful!

[Download Macy Gray – Sexual Revolution (Nunez, Morillo, and Who Da Funk’s Super Dub)]

Next week, by the way, sees the release of the new Sunset Rubdown album. I picked up a copy at their show here in the Boston area last week, and they didn’t fail to impress yet again. The album has a couple key cuts on it I do love, and next week to coincide with the release, I’ll put up a review of the album. So stay tuned!

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