Tom Waits - Way Down In The Hole

I binge-watched The Wire. It was great. Really great.

Tom Waits - All The World Is Green

Back again. A bit (a lot) earlier today. I feel we should do some more relaxing before the weekend arrives, because that looks like it could be hectic. No reason really, but it's December which invariably means mayhem 24/7. I'm looking forward to March.

Tom Waits - Looks Like I'm Up Shit Creek Again

No video for this, but I'm posting it anyway. This is how the American people will be feeling about their 'justice' system tomorrow. #EricGarner

A Brief History of John Baldessari

Sunday, Tuesday, same difference. It took me a day and a half to recover from the weekend. These things happen. The new website is officially under construction, and I have a tentative opening date for it, but I'm keeping it to myself so I don't blow it. Lots and lots of new music on the way as well. You might have noticed a couple extras I've posted on my Soundcloud. Oh, I now have a Mixcloud account too. Yippee. They'll be here soon. Here's some artistic inspiration for you. Back tomorrow with content.

Tom Waits - Tom Traubert's Blues

I haven't featured any Tom Waits yet. Today's as good a day as any, so here's a fine performance from The Old Grey Whistle Test circa 1977. Tom is definitely not for everyone. His gravelly style is brooding theatrical story telling at its finest. There are few smiles and little sunshine here. He seems to represent the every man, the blue collar worker, and has achieved cult status through it. Great stuff when you need a break from the incessant pop on today's mainstream music outlets.

Tom Waits - Tom Traubert's Blues [Live on Old Grey Whistle Test]

STUFF YOU SHOULD SEE

Giant Ant Hill Excavated

Unbelievable.

The Greatest Golfer You've Never Heard Of

From Kitchener, Ontario, no less.

Canada's Worst Cellphone Bill

Twenty minutes from the CBC Marketplace worth a watch.

JUST FOR LAUGHS

Tom Waits - The Piano Has Been Drinking

The lighter side of Tom.

Rebecca Black Stole Bob Dylan's Song

Not really, but funny just the same.

Reggie Watts Hams It Up On Conan O'Brien

This is just... crazy.

Funny British Animal Voiceovers

Perfect.

SIMPLY AWESOME

Anthony Robles Is An NCAA Wrestling Champion On One Leg

Nine minute wrestling match. Amazing.

United Steel Workers Of Montreal - Émile Bertrand

The United Steel Workers Of Montreal are at the Capital this Saturday night. In case you haven't seen 'em, I highly recommend attending. If you're into folk, bluegrass, Tom Waits, or just real good live music, you won't regret taking the time to check these guys out. Lots of energy, and great music. These guys always draw a big crowd, so be sure to get there early! This is one of their slower songs but it's still a goodie.

Gosh, that's swell.

Tom Fun Orchestra - Throw Me To The Rats

Who ever said everything on here has to be electronic? Hmm... nobody I guess... ok so let's try this...

FUN! Tom Fun. Tom Fun Orchestra! These guys are from lovely Cape Breton and they always put on a great show. I happened to find a couple vids online and here is one of them. They're a little nutty and I dig 'em. Think more upbeat folky Tom Waits.

Rats.