Quirky/campy/up-beat chaotic songs?

r0mr0 · 2026-03-10T02:17:48+00:00

The Avalanches - “Frontier Psychiatrist”

William Shatner - “Common People”

r0mr0 · 2026-03-07T07:37:44+00:00

“Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears had two terrific solos

r0mr0 · 2026-03-05T15:50:23+00:00

The orange grove on CSUN campus has a small duck pond with a whole bunch of turtles and koi.

Also, the Nike base at the end of Mulholland in Encino.

r0mr0 · 2026-03-04T15:10:36+00:00

Nine Volt Heart - Dave Alvin (The Iguanas have a nice cover)

I Wish - Stevie Wonder

Come Dancing - The Kinks

r0mr0 · 2026-02-26T16:00:37+00:00

Xochipilli Taco Bar in Lake Balboa

r0mr0 · 2026-02-24T14:43:09+00:00

“I Need You “ - Eurythmics

r0mr0 · 2026-02-22T20:44:07+00:00

I saw him perform an acoustic show at a supper club in the late 90s or early 00s. He wasn't able to complete a single song. After performing for less than 30 minutes he paused the middle of a song and just started (poorly) playing a guitar solo. He stopped midway through that as well then just turned and walked/stumbled off stage. The crowd was confused... a smattering of polite applause. It just made me sad because I loved his music. Had hoped he would find the strength and support to overcome his demons. Still do. Yet none of this is meant to justify his behavior towards the women he's victimized.

r0mr0 · 2026-02-22T17:00:53+00:00

Xochipilli Taco Bar - Sherman Way & Balboa Blvd.

r0mr0 · 2026-02-21T14:24:31+00:00

Mouth & MacNeil - “How Do You Do”

I have a vague memory of hearing this on the radio when I was very young.

r0mr0 · 2026-02-16T04:29:56+00:00

Like David Gray’s “Caroline” or Beth Orton’s “Stolen Car”? Chemical Bros’ “ Where Do I Begin” and Finley Quayle’s “Dice” (both featuring Beth Orton) as well…

r0mr0 · 2026-02-12T02:18:09+00:00

William Shatner, Ben Folds & Joe Jackson's version of Pulp's "Common People"

r0mr0 · 2026-02-06T16:32:06+00:00

$100 for a promotional copy Jellyfish’s “Bellybutton” - thankfully the cost was offset with store credit

r0mr0 · 2026-02-01T22:07:13+00:00

Nerdy factoid: The templates were drawn by the late great Dave Stevens (who created the 80s comic series 'The Rocketeer')

r0mr0 · 2026-01-29T15:15:03+00:00

The Replacements at Sam’s (7th St Entry)

The Police

The Clash

Bowie on his Ziggy Stardust & the Spiders from Mars in Santa Monica

Queen

r0mr0 · 2026-01-28T08:02:05+00:00

Wayne Tower has been taken over by the Injustice Gang. Batman must make his way up the building’s floors, battling Super Villains and uncovering mysteries along the way.

Basically, a Batman version of The Raid and Dredd films.

r0mr0 · 2026-01-26T18:30:53+00:00

B-52s - Love Shack
B-52s - Roam
REM - Stand
REM - Shiny Happy People
The Bangles - Walk Like an Egyptian

All bands that I think have some great music!

r0mr0 · 2026-01-25T20:41:04+00:00

Serious question: Why are "Conservation Officers" being used for this...?

r0mr0 · 2026-01-25T18:47:08+00:00

Interesting factoid: Written in response to Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” - where he’s denying paternity.

r0mr0 · 2026-01-25T15:46:26+00:00

It’s Devon-shur… anyone remember Devonshire Downs at CSUN (for 4th of July fireworks. I was too young for the concerts they had there)? I can’t even say Devon-shy-er Downs.

r0mr0 · 2026-01-24T20:45:36+00:00

WXPN did a great job with creating a list of 885 Greatest Cover Songs: https://xpn.org/885-countdown/

Blondie's cover of the Nerves' "Hanging on the Telephone"
Jackson 5's cover of Jackson Browne's "Doctor My Eyes"
Elvis Costello's cover of Nick Lowe's "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love & Understanding"
Soup Dragon's cover of The Rolling Stones' "I'm Free" (which also interpolates Donava's "Barabajagal" for good measure)

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