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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 5h

Now playing: Kim Deal's Nobody Loves You More.

kimdeal.bandcamp.com/album/nobody...

Kim Deal's Nobody Loves You More. A black vinyl LP on a Stanton turntable. Lego Wall-E looks on from the right of the picture.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 7h

Now playing: Hollow Earth by Pye Corner Audio.

Hollow Earth by Pye Corner Audio. A black vinyl LP on a Stanton turntable. Lego Wall-E looks on from the right of the picture.

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Bethany Black @bethanyblack.bsky.social · 15h

“Best regards”

A letter from STANLEY KUBRICK
August 27, 1970
James T. Aubrey, Jr.
Metro Goldwyn Mayer
245N Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Dear James,
It has come to my attention that you and your
studio are considering producing a sequel to "2001:
A Space Odyssey" over my objections. My attorney informs me that you hold the option and, legally. there is little I can do to stop you.
However, I'd like you to know that I own the tapir bone prop from 2001 - the one "Moonwatcher" throws into the sky. If you attempt to make a sequel, I will cram that temur up your ass so far, it will take an as yet undiscovered alien super-intelligence to figure out how to dislodge it. Seriously, don't fuck with me.
Best regards,
Stanley Kubrick

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 8h

Now playing: Stasis by Pye Corner Audio.

Stasis by Pye Corner Audio. A black vinyl LP on a Stanton turntable. Lego Wall-E looks on from the right of the picture.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 9h

Now playing: Superstitious Century by Pye Corner Audio.

Superstitious Century by Pye Corner Audio. A translucent yellow vinyl 12" on a Stanton turntable. Lego Wall-E looks on from the right of the picture.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 9h

Now playing: Where Things Are Hollow by Pye Corner Audio.

Where Things Are Hollow by Pye Corner Audio. A translucent blue vinyl 12" on a Stanton turntable. Lego Wall-E looks on from the right of the picture.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 21h

Now playing: Musick To Play In The Dark.

coilofficial.bandcamp.com/album/musick...

Musick To Play In The Dark by Coil. A clear vinyl 1.5 LP on a Stanton turntable. Lego Wall-E looks on from the right of the picture.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 1d

Now playing: Throwing Shapes.

garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/album/throwi...

Throwing Shapes, by Throwing Shapes

9 track album

garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 1d

Now playing: Sweeney's Men.

1968 by Sweeney's Men. A black vinyl LP on a Stanton turntable. Lego Wall-E looks on from the right of the picture.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 1d

Argh! Sorry to hear that, hope it's not too rough for you and that recovery comes swiftly!

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 1d

Now playing: disc one of A Lazarus Taxon by Tortoise.

tortoise.bandcamp.com/album/a-laza...

#CDFriday

The sleeve of disc one of A Lazarus Taxon by Tortoise.

The outer box of A Lazarus Taxon by Tortoise.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 1d

This day next week! Very much looking forward, as it wouldn't be much use to be looking backward.

Enthusiastic Eunuch @enthusiasticeunuch.bsky.social · 5d

Next up: Stick In The Wheel + Cormorant Tree Oh @ Bello Bar on Friday 17th Oct.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 1d

On the headphones now: Pig Destroyer.

pigdestroyer.bandcamp.com/album/phanto...

Phantom Limb, by Pig Destroyer

17 track album

pigdestroyer.bandcamp.com

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 1d

Wonderful. A great night, I'm sure! They were over here around this time last year, last time I'd seen them was over twenty years prior. Was so good to see them.

Goodbye Enemy Airship the Landlord Is Dead! What an album, wouldn't that be an incredible gig.

Tempus fugit, etc etc!!!

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 2d

Now playing.

haress.bandcamp.com/album/haress-2

Haress, by HARESS

8 track album

haress.bandcamp.com

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 2d

Now playing: Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas To Heaven. 25 years old today, I am informed, to my shock and consternation.

godspeedyoublackemperor.bandcamp.com/album/lift-y...

Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas To Heaven by Godspeed You! Black Emperor. A black vinyl double LP on a Stanton turntable. Lego Wall-E looks on from the right of the picture.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 2d

Definitely going to pick up a copy of this, I think I remember that some of their earlier ones didn't hang around too long!

odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 2d

Was reminded myself by some of the heads on here! (@anthonygregory.bsky.social being one) Was saying earlier, I've only dipped a wee bit into their music thus far, this is excellent though.

Great you were able to catch them - always nice not to have to travel too far for the good sounds!

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 2d

Yeah, enjoyed that a lot, espcially the last track. Have only dipped the toe into their discography prior to this.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 2d

It's very good alright.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 2d

Now playing: NO TITLE AS OF 13 FEBRUARY 2024 28,340 DEAD by Godspeed You! Black Emperor.

godspeedyoublackemperor.bandcamp.com/album/no-tit...

NO TITLE AS OF 13 FEBRUARY 2024 28,340 DEAD by Godspeed You! Black Emperor. A black vinyl double LP on a Stanton turntable. Lego Wall-E looks on from the right of the picture.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 2d

Now playing: Haress. Been a bit slow off the mark getting around to this.

haress.bandcamp.com/album/skylarks

Skylarks, by HARESS

4 track album

haress.bandcamp.com

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Ciara | Ciaraíoch 🎨 @ciaraioch.bsky.social · 2d

Evictions include people with disabilities and children - 13 of the children go to one local school, and their families will have to move outside the catchment area as there is so little available to rent in Killarney. There's a petition to prevent it here: www.change.org/p/prevent-a-...

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Sylvia Leatham @sylvialeatham.bsky.social · 2d

“An unfortunate waste of money and, more importantly, of time” could be Beckett’s own review of Life. 🤣

Lux "Nightmare" Alptraum @luxalptraum.com · 2d

TFW you paid $1400 to see Beckett’s most famous work without knowing anything about it

One Star Review of Waiting for Godot on Broadway
I recently attended Waiting for Godot on Broadway and spent over $1,400 for two Row C seats (103 and 104). I'm a longtime admirer of Broadway productions and even hold a season pass for Shea's Performing Arts Theatre, so I came in with genuine enthusiasm and high expectations. Unfortunately, this show was unlike anything ! have ever experienced —and not in a good way.
What I encountered was not the artistry, music, or emotional storytelling I usually associate with Broadway, but instead what felt like an endless cycle of nonsensical conversation between characters who seemed trapped in their own madness. I tried-truly tried-to find meaning, symbolism, or even a thread of emotional resonance. I stayed through the first half hoping the second would offer clarity. But by intermission, it was clear: this was a waste of both time and money.
Keanu Reeves is an actor I respect greatly, but I cannot fathom why he would agree to participate in such a disjointed, inaccessible production. His talent was lost in a performance that defied reason rather than provoked insight.
To anyone considering attending: unless you are drawn to highly abstract, nearly incomprehensible theater, I strongly caution you against this show. For the average, educated, thoughtful theatergoer, it is far more frustrating than fulfilling. In my opinion, this was the single most disappointing Broadway experience I've ever had - an unfortunate waste of money and, more importantly, of time.

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odubhda @odubhda.bsky.social · 2d

So annoyed I couldn't make his Dublin gig. Glad you enjoyed it though!

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