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"Rage Against The Machine's Tom Morello has said that beating the X Factor single to Christmas number one will be a "wonderful dose of anarchy"." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"E-MU's 0404 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface delivers an unparalleled level of audio performance to your Mac or PC with premium 24-bit/192kHz A/D and D/A converters, pristine XTC™ mic/line/hi-Z preamps, ultra-low jitter clock and rock-solid stability. From its plug-and-play functionality and hands-on ergonomic design to professional features and signal-to-noise specs that are simply unmatched by any other USB interface on the market, the 0404 USB will forever change your expectations of USB audio. The 0404 USB also ships with Windows XP compatible E-MU Production Tools Software Bundle that includes E-MU's Proteus VX, as well as software by Cakewalk, Steinberg, Ableton, IK Multimedia, and many more - everything you need to create, record, edit and master your music." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"A look at the 13 people to be inducted June 13, 2010, into the International Boxing Hall of Fame: JUNG-KOO CHANG -- Known as the "Korean Hawk" for his relentless fighting style, Chang was born Feb. 4, 1963, in Pusan, South Korea, and turned professional in November 1980 at age 17. He won his first 18 bouts before losing a split decision in 1982 to Hilario Zapata for the WBC flyweight title, then knocked him out in the third round of a rematch six months later. Chang made 15 successful title defenses. DANNY LOPEZ -- Lopez was a hard-hitting featherweight who earned a reputation as one of the most crowd-pleasing fighters of all time. Born July 6, 1952, in Fort Duchesne, Utah, Lopez compiled a 40-7 amateur record. He turned pro in 1971 and posted 23 straight wins before losing in a ninth-round knockout to Bobby Chacon in 1974. Lopez rebounded with wins over Chucho Castillo, Ruben Olivares, Sean O'Grady and Art Hafey before beating Davey Kotey in 1976 in a 15-round decision for the WBC... more... - Mira from Bookmarklet

"Oasis have revealed plans to release their first album without Noel Gallagher. Currently working under the name 'Oasis 2.0', Liam Gallagher has said he wants an album out by next summer. "I'd like to have a record out by July next year." Liam told The News Of The World. "We've already done about three songs and they're fucking sounding amazing." He added." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"Billy Corgan has admitted that he regrets splitting up The Smashing Pumpkins back in 2000. The band, who broke-up after releasing their 'Machina II: The Friends & Enemies of Modern Music' album, have since reformed although have a different line-up." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"The official Gibson Island on Second Life.com is the first major music manufacturer to establish an official island in Second Life.In tribute to the legendary Gibson Les Paul guitar and to Les Paul himself, the Gibson Island is in the shape of the famous guitar body and rises up from the ocean in Second Life. The “island” features full theaters, mini-theaters, humbucker mountains, and other areas resembling aspects of a Gibson guitar. Second Life Gibson avatars will have exclusive opportunities to own Gibson Gear, apparel and accessories virtually. Gibson Entertainment will provide exclusive produced videos and audio programming which will play on the movie screens throughout the 65,000 sq foot virtual island including celebrity interviews, music lessons, fun facts, company history, documentaries and performances. Visitors will be able to explore the island's many areas on the Gibson Tour Trolley or simply fly or teleport through each location. Second Life residents will have the... more... - Mira from Bookmarklet

"Royal Mail will launch its 2010 Special Stamps programme with ten iconic album covers from the past four decades. Classic Album Covers, released on 7 January, features some of the greatest examples of album design, created for UK music artists and brought to life on ten First Class stamps. " - Mira from Bookmarklet

"MySpace has launched a UK version of MySpace Music in a bid to compete directly with streaming sites like Spotify and Last Fm." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"The singer admits she often feels low for no reason - but she's learned to channel her unhappiness into her music." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"“Ninja Assassin” uses the full arsenal: Swords, chains, ninja stars, bamboo sticks, semi-automatics and even rocket launchers. Bodies are sliced, diced, mutilated and cut in half. The film’s very first swing of a sword involves the slicing of a man’s skull; his brains spill out as he tumbles over. All those girls who show up eager to get a glance at the shirtless Asian pop star Rain are in for a rude awakening." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"관객들이 앵콜때 다 미치고 완전 ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ 특히 마지막에 Homecoming 그 9분 18초 짜리 대곡을 부르는데 와 완전 오페라 보는 줄 알았어요 트레 쿨 드럼 스틱 던지고 난리남 ㅋㅋ 제 바로 옆에 떨어졌엇는데 어떤 미군놈이 'Oh My F**king Stick! 이러면서 오바를 하는데 제 옆에 있는 분들 웃겨서 죽는줄 알았어요 ㅋㅋ 올해 펜타-지산 다시 합친 락페에 또 온다고 하던데 ㅋㅋ 아 그리고 자기네들이 U2랑 같이 와서 The Saints Are Coming 불러준다고 약속했습니당 ㅋㅋㅋ 올해 또 보아요 2010. 01. 18 선 후기 후 공연" - Mira from Bookmarklet

"The Maybach brand is bringing out the new Maybach Zeppelin to spearhead its luxury saloon model range. The new model, which is receiving its premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, represents the absolute zenith in the high-end luxury saloon segment. This makes it a worthy successor to the legendary Maybach Zeppelin, which was revered worldwide as the ultimate in high-class automotive engineering in the 1930s. The hallmark features of the new Maybach flagship's unique sense of style include a stunning paint finish, featuring a shoulderline in a contrasting colour, as well as the exquisite, meticulously crafted materials in the interior, whose long list of optional extras includes a world first - a highly sophisticated perfume atomiser. The new model's performance even outclasses the rest of the Maybach range, making it the most powerful Maybach ever. In a nutshell: the Maybach Zeppelin epitomises stylish elegance and the art of vehicle manufacture at its most refined as no car has ever done before. The new Maybach Zeppelin is being built in a limited edition of just 100 worldwide." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"Muse will be returning to Korea in January! The band will be playing the Olympic Park in Seoul on Thursday 7th January 2010. Tickets go on sale on Thursday 19th November. Click on the tour date below for more information and ticket links." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"이것이 하드코어다. 펄프는 사실 언제나 하드코어였다. 그들의 겁나게 길었던 무명시절이 하드코어였고 그들이 보통이 아니게 보통 사람들을 노래한 방식이 하드코어였고 그들의 그 100% 작정한 팝 센스가 하드코어였다. 펄프 그 존재 자체가 하드코어였다. 그들의 현대 생활을 바라보는 방식이 여지없이 '현대 생활은 쓰레기(modern life is rubbish)'였음은 놀랄 일이 아니었지만 그 진리는 TV뉴스나 종교 설교를 통해서가 아니라 오히려 옆집 주부를 훔쳐보고 그녀와의 불륜을 상상함으로써 깨달은 것이었다. 혹은 자신처럼 절망적인 보통 사람과 살아보고 싶다며 눈웃음을 치는 부잣집 아가씨를 통해서였다. 위트의 끝을 모르는 펄프의 팝송은 이와같이 하드코어한 아이러니였다. 그러나 자비스는 혁명이 끝난 다음날 (<The Day After The Revolution>) 짤막하고 거대하게 선언한다. "아 이러니는 끝났다(irony is over)." 95-96년 경의 영국 팝의 정체성을 가장 제대로 말한 브릿팝의 실질적인 승리자라 할 펄프의 대성공 앨범 Different Class 이후 3년만의 신보 This Is Hardcore는 트는 순간 <Common People>과 <Disco 2000>이 일상의 상쾌한 사운드트랙일 사람들에게는 첫 곡부터 그야말로 공포(<The Fear>)다. 떨고 있을 새도 없이 자비스는 힘차게 "여기 다시금 공포가 몰려온다"고 경고한다. "우리, 또 시작이지?(here we go again)"라고 은근히 위협까지 하면서. 하지만 바야흐로 다시 발동 걸린 그들의 재진군에는 이상한 낌새가 있다." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"Style is always regurgitated and recontextualized by the new generation that make it their own." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"그린데이 첫 내한공연의 티켓은 이번 달 24일부터 현대카드 홈페이지(www.hyundaicard.com)와 인터파크(www.interpark.co.kr) 등에서 구매할 수 있다." - Mira from Bookmarklet

Amsterdam에서 Hollywood까지/ 대칭의 narrative/ 한 이야기에 대한 세 이야기 - Mira from Bookmarklet

"꽤 긴 세월이 지났지만, 다시 본 <펄프 픽션>에선 아직도 새로운 것을 발견할 수 있었다." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"비평가 조이스 밀먼은 마돈나가 “전통적 제도를 공격하거나 고전적 백일몽을 타락시키기 위한 목적이 있었던 게 아니”라고 썼다. 누구나 알지만 아무도 말하지 않는, 중산층의 감춰진 욕망을 이용했을 따름이라는 것이다. 요컨대, ‘라이크 어 버진’은 ‘성녀-창녀 콤플렉스’에 대한 여성의 적극적 대응을 구체화함으로써 남성 중심의 세계를 뒤흔들었다. ‘워너비’라는 말을 유행시킬 만큼 강력한 팬덤을 구축하여 마돈나를 지지한 세력은, 그의 섹스 어필에 매료된 남성들이 아니라, ‘보이 토이’ 버클과 검은 브라톱과 십자가 귀고리를 따라 한 여성들이었다는 사실이 방증하는 바다. 그들에게 마돈나는 “자신을 표현하라”고 말해준 최초의 스타였다. 폴라 압둘에서 브리트니 스피어스까지, 이후 등장한 모든 여성 댄스 팝 퍼포머들을 창백한 모조품으로 만들어버린 카리스마의 핵심이 거기 있었다." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"When Jaguar first introduced its XF luxury sedan, performance enthusiasts immediately began asking questions about the possibility of an XFR. Fast forward two years, and the range-topping XFR with 510 horsepower is a reality." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"The big cat is ready to get fierce! Jaguar’s new XFR has hit British soil for the first time – and as the Coventry brand’s fastest-ever four saloon, it’s set to take the fight to the rapid BMW M5 and muscular Mercedes E63 AMG. With an all-new 503bhp supercharged V8 engine, hi-tech adaptive damping and a special limited slip differential, the Jag certainly has all the ingredients for high-performance success." - Mira from Bookmarklet

"01-18 Seoul, Korea Olympic Gym #1" - Mira from Bookmarklet