Portland Cello Project - 'Denmark' from Two Penguins Productions on Vimeo.
Monday, August 30, 2010
FREE SONG of the day: Emit Peels - Rommullus
FREE SONG of the day: Here is a song from 2006 that holds a healthy energy.
Emit Peels - Rommullus by fdaallday
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Friday, August 27, 2010
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
EMMYs - Want to Perform? Got SAX?
Droid Froyo Fail - FRG22D on the way
I was away, traveling, in Philadelphia, a few hours from heading to Manhattan, last week, when I updated my Motorola Droid with the OTA (over the air) upgrade from 2.1 to the Froyo 2.2 OS. My phone rebooted and slowly but surely, problems arose.
I have been experience the screen behave as if sections of it are being triggered by a phantom touch, selecting various shortcuts and then when in applications, selecting various options... this leads to anything in the lower half, right side of any screen and any area on the top. It then triggers an up and down scrolling behavior. Now while I have had some scandalous Saturday late night evenings like this that are certainly welcomed, this is NOT!
Many folks are apparently reporting similar misdemeanors from their updates as well as other issues. I took my phone to a Verizon location in Mid-Town, NYC, where they decided to factory reset my phone. This did not help much, however, it was interesting to note that all apps, and some settings are automatically downloaded and restored!
When I returned to Philadelphia, before my flight to Las Vegas, this past Monday, I took the phone to Verizon, who instead of wanting to remedy, said they would ship a phone to me by Wednesday, which came and went today with NOTHING!!! I was home all day, working with a client in the studio, and yes, I can hear a ring from the gate or a knock at the door.
In the interim, I read about FRG22D, an update which, besides fixing security issues and adding the flash player support, addresses bug issues, hopefully this one!!! This has been reportedly launched to phones as of yesterday, so we shall see.
Here are more details as posted on phandroid.com http://bit.ly/cUJKbP
I am wishing for this update soon as I have one of the first versions of the droid as my hardware, slide-out qwerty keyboard is beveled unlike the common flat and stiff keyboard that most folks have. Anyhow, below is a humorous note on the update! Enjoy!
Originally Posted by dcreed on AndroidCentral
So it was yesterday that FRG22D was supposed to start rolling out.
As reported in another thread, I speculated that this will first be hand delivered by Verizon to a select few users. I believe, however, I was wrong about the delivery method. Documents leaked by Verizon, Google, and Motorola shed some light on this secret process and explain the process that can't really be discussed without the word "cluster" somewhere therein.
FRG22D is a hand-crafted, artisan release using time-honored traditions handed down from generation to generation in secret ceremonies. Through hidden video cameras Geraldo Rivera has recorded brief excerpts of the rite involving blessed Mountain Dew, VP-sanctified non-vegetarian pizza, and LED candles.
Each file is individually tailored to the user and phone in question.
The releases will be extensively tested by drunken, slightly depressed former bond-traders with very large fingers and poor social skills.
After making it through the QA cycle, each file is checked in, burned to 3.5" floppy (not the 5.25" as previously reported), gift-wrapped in foil-based paper of a color chosen to complement the user's phone case, and then be-ribboned and bowed by Fifi Hotspot, VP of Distribution.
Each diskette will then be delivered by GPS-implanted lemurs and marmosets. It is recommended that you tip them with aged brie upon receipt.
With all of this in mind, please understand if you don't get FRG22D right away.
I have been experience the screen behave as if sections of it are being triggered by a phantom touch, selecting various shortcuts and then when in applications, selecting various options... this leads to anything in the lower half, right side of any screen and any area on the top. It then triggers an up and down scrolling behavior. Now while I have had some scandalous Saturday late night evenings like this that are certainly welcomed, this is NOT!
Many folks are apparently reporting similar misdemeanors from their updates as well as other issues. I took my phone to a Verizon location in Mid-Town, NYC, where they decided to factory reset my phone. This did not help much, however, it was interesting to note that all apps, and some settings are automatically downloaded and restored!
When I returned to Philadelphia, before my flight to Las Vegas, this past Monday, I took the phone to Verizon, who instead of wanting to remedy, said they would ship a phone to me by Wednesday, which came and went today with NOTHING!!! I was home all day, working with a client in the studio, and yes, I can hear a ring from the gate or a knock at the door.
In the interim, I read about FRG22D, an update which, besides fixing security issues and adding the flash player support, addresses bug issues, hopefully this one!!! This has been reportedly launched to phones as of yesterday, so we shall see.
Here are more details as posted on phandroid.com http://bit.ly/cUJKbP
I am wishing for this update soon as I have one of the first versions of the droid as my hardware, slide-out qwerty keyboard is beveled unlike the common flat and stiff keyboard that most folks have. Anyhow, below is a humorous note on the update! Enjoy!
Originally Posted by dcreed on AndroidCentral
So it was yesterday that FRG22D was supposed to start rolling out.
As reported in another thread, I speculated that this will first be hand delivered by Verizon to a select few users. I believe, however, I was wrong about the delivery method. Documents leaked by Verizon, Google, and Motorola shed some light on this secret process and explain the process that can't really be discussed without the word "cluster" somewhere therein.
FRG22D is a hand-crafted, artisan release using time-honored traditions handed down from generation to generation in secret ceremonies. Through hidden video cameras Geraldo Rivera has recorded brief excerpts of the rite involving blessed Mountain Dew, VP-sanctified non-vegetarian pizza, and LED candles.
Each file is individually tailored to the user and phone in question.
The releases will be extensively tested by drunken, slightly depressed former bond-traders with very large fingers and poor social skills.
After making it through the QA cycle, each file is checked in, burned to 3.5" floppy (not the 5.25" as previously reported), gift-wrapped in foil-based paper of a color chosen to complement the user's phone case, and then be-ribboned and bowed by Fifi Hotspot, VP of Distribution.
Each diskette will then be delivered by GPS-implanted lemurs and marmosets. It is recommended that you tip them with aged brie upon receipt.
With all of this in mind, please understand if you don't get FRG22D right away.
Pooch-A-Rilla
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Android: WordFeud - Words With Friends for Android
I have been a huge Android enthusiast and having been a past fan of mac os as well as various windows versions, I was not sure what to expect from Android as I was hoping it would not be a linux-style platform that would drive me insane... anyhow... since the G1 first arrived, I was happy to see it, but had a nice windows mobile phone... last November, I arrived early morning, in NYC, by Columbia University to become an early adopter of the Motorola Droid, joining Verizon!
Being a beta tester for Google, I already had spent several months, with some cool applications as well as GoogleVoice, which has allowed me to keep the same number, provide visual voicemail which arrived as either txt or email and it handles all texts and btw, all of this is free... including any voicecalls I take or make! Anyhow... I will bring it back and focus on the topic at hand... You see, this post becomes the first in a new series I have on the web, tentatively titled, Ahh Android, where I introduce friends and folks to new and exciting applications, tricks and such since I am always doing this when I see people.
I have been waiting for an Android version of WORDS WITH FRIENDS, which was voted app of the year last year for Iphone. I am a huge fan of word games and Scrabble can be lots of fun and this game pits you against online players, friends or strangers.
After months of New Toy Inc., the creators of the game, saying they would be working on a version, another crew stepped up and offered an android clone, WordFeudSimilar to Words With Friends, WordFeud, allows you to challenge friends or random opponents, participating up to 20 games simultaneously!!!! Within each game, you can chat with your opponent. WordFeud, however is a FREE app. Not that $1.99 for the other is hefty, but FREE=FREE!
My first game pit me against a woman called Janina, from Dallas, on the Motorola Cliq, and we shared some laughs. Our game, is continuing... My phone notifies me when it is my turn, and saves the game in between turns, so we taken turns as time permits.Great for a quick break, toilet activity, travel companion, etc. I like the game play and the interface works well. Advertisements appear between turns, but there is a big SKIP button. Enjoy!!!! :)
http://wordfeud.com
http://www.appbrain.com/app/com.hbwares.wordfeud.free
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
TINA TURNER and CHER -- Proud Mary - 2008
BIRTHDAY VIDEO: This goes out to the amazingly awesome woman who put me on the earth. A fantastic mind, brilliant teacher, great friend, dance instructor, confidence builder, parent, who always stood beside me, believing in my dreams, sometimes even more than me! :) *I love you, mom!* Please send wishes to Jane Castagna, who even told Cancer "NO" when two handfuls of doctors said she wouldn't prevail!
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
PHONE: Mandatory System Update: DROID by Motorola
Since I am about to begin my phone support blog and video series and more... I am adding this from a few weeks back. Some folks were debating on updating their android to 2.2, well it is mandatory!
Mandatory System Update: DROID by Motorola
Mandatory System Update: DROID by Motorola
David J & Shok - Blood Sucker Blues (Jill Tracy on Piano) by fdaallday
You may have heard an earlier version, but you certainly have not hear THIS updated version, which is what will be released November. Swampy Nawlinz Rock!
David J & Shok - Blood Sucker Blues (Jill Tracy on Piano) by fdaallday
No Drinks & Hot Hot Hot
This is an example of why I either no longer drink or maybe why I should. Fredericka Patricia Meek, Tiffany Phillips, Tia Marrie were the Bimbettes but became Boom-Chicks of amazing comedy with Sydney Benner. There was no rehearsal & you will see Jack & Coca-Cola in effect. I no longer drink soda either!
LuvJam 4: Love Jam - Hot Hot Hot from Shok on Vimeo.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Friday, August 6, 2010
All Wrong and The Plans Change @ Spaceland tonight
I am planning to see ALL WRONG AND THE PLANS CHANGE tonight @ Spaceland and have a few discount slots. Want to join me? These girls are fantastic!
You know you want to see some great music... do not sit home and mess with your fbook, words with friends and or other ridiculurum... get off that seat and have fun with some fun tunes!
You know you want to see some great music... do not sit home and mess with your fbook, words with friends and or other ridiculurum... get off that seat and have fun with some fun tunes!
KMFDM - Lite (David J Shok indielectro mix) promo mp3 by fdaallday
Gearing up for their ep, album and also trio project with Johnette Napolitano (Concrete Blonde) called Tres Vampipres, David J. & Shok have been taking remix and performance requests. Recently they were commissioned to remix LITE by KMFDM for a new remix album.
KMFDM - Lite (David J + Shok indielectro mix) promo mp3 by fdaallday
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
I have been enjoying this song from my favorite album of 2010 thus far! Hopefully you will find this pleasing! ♫ http://blip.fm/~ufwnq
SOTD: KMFDM - Lite (David J Shok indielectro mix) promo mp3 by fdaallday
From what I understand, this will be out in a few months, so hear it here first!
KMFDM - Lite (David J + Shok indielectro mix) promo mp3 by fdaallday
Jack Dangers is back with a new beat manifesto - Page 1 - Music - San Francisco - SF Weekly
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
TWIN TESLA COIL BAND
I was at a shoot for this tv show called America's Got Talent.... I am sure America has some... This band performed at CBS Studios, outside... They were equipped with two huge Tesla Coils.... here is what I wrote earlier:::::: Tonight I was at this taping for a show called AMERICA's GOT TALENT.... it is some crap show... BUT, there was this cool band called ArcAttack, who had twin Tesla Coils that were in sync with a sequencer, driving a putter / mechanically triggered acoustic drum set, while the sounds of the electricity created the guitar sounds for "IRON MAN", the song.... anyhow..
After the crowd dispersed, I asked what sequencer they used.
FL STUDIO!
Here is a quick video I found of an earlier performance... not as good as what I saw this evening... and this recording had the guitar louder than the tuning of the electricity but you will get the idea.
After the crowd dispersed, I asked what sequencer they used.
FL STUDIO!
Here is a quick video I found of an earlier performance... not as good as what I saw this evening... and this recording had the guitar louder than the tuning of the electricity but you will get the idea.
The sweet sounds of piano fill my body & soul with proper nourishment & all is well. Maxence's interpretations =... ♫ http://blip.fm/~uctz1
Monday, August 2, 2010
VOTD: Foreign Beggars & Noisia - No Holds Barred - Excision rmx Official Video
WTF of the day: Demon Possessed Singing Trout
VOTD: Christina Aguilera - You Lost Me
Sunday, August 1, 2010
ON TOUR: James
Below are selected dates I spotted for the return of JAMES!!!!
09.24 - Philadelphia, PA @ Trocadero
09.28 - New York, NY @ Webster Hall
10.02 - Chicago, IL @ Vic Theater
10.11 - San Francisco, CA @ The Regency
>10.13 - Los Angeles, CA @ Music Box With Special Guest Ed Harcourt
I could wind up at the LA date!!!
09.24 - Philadelphia, PA @ Trocadero
09.28 - New York, NY @ Webster Hall
10.02 - Chicago, IL @ Vic Theater
10.11 - San Francisco, CA @ The Regency
>10.13 - Los Angeles, CA @ Music Box With Special Guest Ed Harcourt
I could wind up at the LA date!!!
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