A Classic Post

Dear All,
Here is my very first blog post.

A review of Black Tie Dynasty (Now defunct?? Not really sure) at a place in Austin, The Parish.

I am highly embarrassed at my use of the word "fave" and shortening the word definitely to "def."

Thank you, to my 2 readers

in Morocco.

Alice

(ndh)

Thursday, July 26, 2007

Black Tie Dynasty at The Parish


Okay, typing this for the third time...

"Cory Watson's hot," someone shouted during Black Tie Dynasty's set at The Parish July 21 on Sixth Street in Austin. I believe dees ees called stating the obvious.

There was nothing unusual about BTD's set in Austin--except for how few people were there. There was a good crowd--its' not like the place was bare--just not as many as there would have been at a Dallas show. Where's the love, Austinites????????? Cory, Brian, Blake and Eddie put on a good show. Not bad for a band that grew out of humble beginnings at a Lewisville sports bar. They had a few core fans in the front (incl. me) screaming their asses off; they also had some cool-looking fans in the back just taking it all in.

The crowd was a good mix--both trendy Austinites and preppy-looking guys and gals made an appearance. Hal Samples was snapping individual and group photos which he later put on his web site.

Back to the show: the band played mostly songs from their latest album, "Movements." Blake McWhorter played bass like there was no tomorrow. Most fans in the front seemed like longtime fans who had come specifically for the show. The ones in the back had yet to know BTD's greatness.

Shanghai 5, who went on right before BTD, had a few good songs. I had never seen them before. Their music was sort of fun, blues-y and ballad-y all at once. I took a business card with their myspace page on it but was too cheap to buy the album.

The Tah Dahs, who went on right before Shanghai 5, were goofy and silly. I don't remember too much about the act itself--I was too busy looking at lead singer Roy Ivy's sexy chest.

I had a blast at the show--my fave cut during BTD's set was "Tender." I would def. visit The Parish again--its a great place to worship your favorite artist.

NDH

Your Journey Without North Dallas Homegirl Is About To End

Greetings to all you

gullible folk:


I was driving in Richardson recently (fine metropolis, outside Dallas).

As I staked my presence in the left turn lane, I noticed a BLINKING YELLOW ARROW.


Call
me
innocent.
I had never seen this before.

At first I stared, thinking, "What the heck???????????????????" or more aptly, "WTF."

The other "Richardson-ites" driving nearby seemed to be used to it.

I decided it was probably just a Dumb Richardson Thing.

I am enjoying a song called " Pumped Up Kicks " by Foster the People. Check them Out..
Too bad, for the longest time I thought I was listening to "Punked Up Kids"... and, hearing the band's name on the radio, I once thought they were called SPONSOR THE PEOPLE.

Do not ask me WHY.

I am impressed that a man named "Sinkie" who appears to be African and works at the Chevron on Marsh Lane and Spring Valley, in Dallas, speaks Spanish. The other day I witnessed him speaking Spanish to a Mexican customer.

I was buying a Pepsi!

Yours in Observation Land,

Alice

n.d.h.

A Bunch of New, Which Looks Like The Same Old, Same Old

Hello:
I have deleted a post, due to my own wishes and desire. However, don't underestimate me.

A "startling" question of the day:


HAS KID ROCK (real name, Bob Ritchie) TURNED INTO A PREP ???

My Kid Rock facts...I used to like his early stuff, because he is from Detroit. However he is actually from Romeo, Michigan... where he made his first appearance on January 17, 1971. I am sorry but it is nowhere near the ghetto.

I saw a recent appearance of Cobra Starship. I believe it was on Jay Leno. The lead singer girl (I don't know the name) was wearing a weird orange jumpsuit, with a BLACK BRA underneath.

I went up close to the television... and stared at the tragedy in AWE.
As the lead singer of a popular band, I was surprised she could not think of ... anything better to wear...
Yours Truly,
Alice

(n.d.h.)

For Guacamole Lovers

Gentle Readers,

The following restaurant is a good place to eat: I used to eat here in college. However... I do not know if they don't know how to market to the Hispanic community, or what ...

On their menu, there is a product called "avocado spread."

I hate to tell them, but the spreadable product made from this:

is actually called Guacamole. Que rico!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Too many exclamation marks...)

goodnight
Alice
Your Favorite, Observant Blogger

n.d.h.

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'Massage Test' at LUSH, An Ugly Dress Sighting at Northpark, And Are You Cool Enough for 5 Deuces?

I recently visited this store. I am a fan of this store, and have loved their products for a while. I still do:

On my recent trip, I asked about working there during the Christmas season. "A" (a girl) proceeded to tell me about their new massage bars ( it is like a soap, only it is supposed to release oils or something unique as it is massaged into your skin). She gave me a lengthy arm massage as she demonstrated the massage bars, and then asked me, "now, would you feel comfortable doing the same thing on me???????????"
I said yes. However, I was actually thinking, are excellent arm-massage skills vital to working at a British Columbia-based retailer that sells high-priced soap?

It was hard to effectively massage her arm because she had a million bright tattoos of hearts, and the like. After the 'massage' she gave me a very sad look... obviously she did not approve of my massage skills, meaning that obviously I am not Lush material.
While only minorly scarring, I am sure the whole thing was slightly uncomfortable for anyone watching.

Part II...
I visited the "new" H and M, which contained a flurry of obssessive shoppers, and rude cashiers.

Part 3:
Also at Northpark, I witnessed a woman walking out of Urban Outfitters, possibly with her boyfriend, wearing an unattractive blue dress. The dress was weirdly ordered and partially open in the back, revealing part of her lower back. Kind of similar to: an odd beach cover up. The dress was only slightly showing her back, but I think she really wanted to be wearing a dress like this:


Part 4:
Can You Get Into 5 Deuces?...
Apparently there is a new club opening in Dallas called "5 Deuces." However, the way it is written is "Deu5h." Whatever that means.

You may view a portion of their site, which explains how to get in: do not go to this cheesy club.
Once you visit the site, you will further understand that: not only do they have a strange, dare I say "slutty-looking" model on their web site (which is supposed to make you WANT to go to the club), but any interested candidates are required to send a "photo/bio" in order to be considered a 5 Deuces partygoer. What kind of a "bio"?? I have a feeling they don't care if you went to Harvard.

When I called 786-529-Club, I heard an advisement to leave a message if one is having trouble with their "code."

After that, a man with a very scary voice advises innocent callers, "You Will Not Get Into The Club This Way!!!!!!!!!!!! Please go to the web site."

Darn.
Keep listening to whatever u like,
Yours Truly,

Alice

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Useless Photo Of Kenny Loggins

(More to come on a recent trip to Northpark Mall SOON...)

A USELESS PHOTO of KENNY LOGGINS


(I do not own this album!)

Bathroom Art of the Night, which sparked the useless photo of Kenny Loggins:

I was at EntertainMART tonight, perusing the vinyl area. When I stopped in the bathroom (yes, they do have bathrooms there), there was a large image of DAVID BOWIE on the wall. It was inside the stall.
Not only was there a transfixing image of D. Bowie, but some person or employee had, in a frolic-y way, pasted these words onto the Glam rocker's lips:

"Who Dat?
Who Dat?
Who Dat?
Kenny Loggins!"

I wonder, was the employee or jokester just thinking of Kenny Loggins, or... was it KENNY LOGGINS himself who posted the mischievous words.

Just for more "Good" times, here is a:

USELESS PICTURE OF DAVID BOWIE


yours in EntertainMART heaven,

Alice
n.d.h.
My car does NOT have a sticker that says : "Don't Let The Car Fool You. My Real Treasure Is In Heaven"

A Useless Skateboarder Picture...July 2011

A Useless Skateboarder Picture


Taken in Ensenada, Baja California. July 2011

Both of these skateboarders were trying to skate down some steps at an outdoor mall.

They were glad to have their picture taken.

After I took their picture, they asked me what I did, and if I was a student.

I said yes.

Continue to check out "The Magnet Project"... a project to help the homeless...the link to the facebook page is located on this page.
Alice
n.d.h.

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Before You Retire To Bed, Catch Up On All My Old Posts

Answering a question from The Mailbag today,
The questions was, "Alice, where do you get all of your images of musicians when they were younger?"
A: Jay: I get most of my images from here, google don't doodle.

As you will soon find, you may google pathetic pictures of almost anybody on here.

Very enjoyable.

If you like comics, and have no trouble with a Spanish blog... (english version coming soon), please view Rafael's blog. Do it now...



I will magically appear soon with...

scintillating

words,
Alice

the original n.d.h. (do not ask me where this came from!!!!!!!!!!!!!)