May 2013

My Top 20 List of Film and Television Soundtracks From 1970-1980

May 25, 2013December 23, 2020

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My Top 20 Film & Television Soundtracks From 1970-1980 (with a focus on horror, science fiction, and fantasy) On rare occasions, when I am not making music, I have time to listen. When I listen, it is generally to radio plays. I also enjoy listening to soundtracks. There were a lot of great films made in the 70's and 80's and, as you would expect, some great music was created to go along with them. Of course, there is no guarantee that a great film will have a great score. Sometimes you can find great music in a bad film. ......

Mildly Interesting: The Antique Pencil Sharpener

May 18, 2013December 23, 2020

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Chicago Automatic Pencil Sharpener Before I tell the mildly interesting (boring?) story of how I found the antique Automatic Pencil Sharpener, I should explain something first. When we met the agent to have a look at the house we live in, we couldn't help noticing that it was like a time machine back to the 50's. From the remaining pieces of furniture and antique appliances to the old paneling, tiles, and decor, the place was somewhat like a museum. The little old lady who had previously lived here didn't seem to change things very often. Even after moving in six......

20 Tips For Drummers To Prepare For A Recording Session

May 15, 2013May 26, 2022

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20 Tips For Drummers To Prepare For A Recording Session I had previously posted this to a music forum and received very positive feedback on it. I thought I would post it here in case it might help someone else along the way. While it is primarily aimed at kit drummers who may have never been in a recording studio before, it may also be helpful for anyone who might want a checklist of things to consider before going into a session. Before you even get to the studio, take time to tighten up any loose screws, nuts, bolts, or connections,......

3 Reasons Why Cincinnati Is Photogenic

May 10, 2013August 26, 2020

Kevin Hartnell architecture, cincinnati, entertainment, fireworks, holidays, labor day, ohio, parks, photography, Rozzi fireworks, three things, top 3, top three, what the hell is up with cincinnati chili

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Architecture - From excellent French Art Deco like the Carew Tower to beautiful engineering like the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge, you could spend all day walking around downtown filling up memory cards (or rolls of film). If you have a moment, visit the Cincinnati Museum Center and check out the largest semi-dome in the western hemisphere. If you go inside, you should be warned. I’ve seen things you people wouldn’t believe. Attack ships on fire off the hip of Orion, c-beams covered with glitter in the park, but I’ve never seen so many screaming children (one of them being......

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