February 9, 2024

The news you need to know. February 10, 2024

My human-curated roundup of this week’s news.

My photos available from Envato.

US to face Cicadageddon this spring. Two breeds of cicadas emerging at same time in event that happens every 221 years.

Ah Love: Woman tried to kill husband over postcard from a woman he dated 60 years ago. Love never dies. Well almost.

Thieves steal 200-ft AM radio tower.

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February 3, 2024

The news you need to know. Saturday, February 3, 2024.

My human-curated roundup of this week’s news.

Woman sues husband for not showering. Well that stinks.

Brains and brawn: Neanderthals and humans coexisted.

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January 26, 2024

The news you need to know for the week of January, 27, 2024.

My human-curated roundup of this week’s news.

All-day fog after days of rain. My photos available from Envato.

Marines called 911 to report missing jet. Color eyes? None. Hair? None. Weight? 29,330 lbs.

Cussing parrots put back on display at zoo. Guess that’s where the term foul-mouthed comes from.

Doritos Vodka? It’s definitely the cheesiest.

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January 23, 2024

Mastro Valvola LEM: Why would I buy this pedal?

A realistic evaluation.

YouTube is full of pedal demos by pro players who get paid by (or get free products from) pedal companies. These players create best-case scenario videos for unique pedals and make them sound great, but the little boxes are often a disappointment when you plug them in at home. That’s where this series of articles comes in. I bought the Mastro Valvola LEM at full price and don’t get paid by the company for reviewing it. Even when I’d love to write sonnets for this thing, I’ll do my best to hide my giddy enthusiasm and give you an honest take on LEM so you can evaluate whether or not it’s for you.

What is LEM?

Mastro Valvola’s LEM (Lysergic Emotions Module) may be a multihead, digital delay. Or it may be a musical circus on acid. Its eight programs use forward, reverse, pitch shift, bitcrush, filters, vibrato and/or glitch to create harmonious, rhythmic delays. You play something and something that sounds nothing like it comes out.

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January 20, 2024

The news you need to know for the week of January 20, 2024.

My human-curated roundup of this week’s news.

Gabriel and blurred clouds. My photos available from Envato.

Congressman claims UFOs may be extradimensional angels. Well I guess that’s as plausible as any other theory.

Serial dater sues 27 women for negative reviews.

Fact: Only one jockey has ever won a horse race while dead. Bet that was an interesting winner’s circle.

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