Monthly Archives: February 2009

Darren Jackson of Kid Dakota and The Hopefuls

Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Darren Jackson from Kid Dakota and the super-group, the Hopefuls, was the guest at DIY 360 on 2/20. Darren played us a few of his hauntingly beautiful songs, talked about his small town South Dakota roots and … Continue reading

Posted in Newswire, Newswire Events | Leave a comment

Cowboy Clowns Put The “Con” In “Congress”

  The Bible clearly ranks high among the many books Smith will never read.  Everybody–at the very least every self-serving, crypto-facist dimwit or agglomeration thereof–suddenly wants the Internet and friends to do his, her, or their dirty work. First, it’s … Continue reading

Posted in Blogging, General Media, Multimedia | Leave a comment

Exploring Virtual Worlds (Lich King Chronicles III): Death Knightocalypse

After noting the arduous preparations (I blame myself) required to enter World of Warcraft’s new continent of Northrend, and , like a clueless offspring of Lewis and/or Clark,  chronicling my adventures in the Howling Fjord , I decided to take … Continue reading

Posted in Gaming, Industry, Multimedia | Leave a comment

Spark…And Beyond: Twin Cities Electronic Music Resources

Like many electronic music makers, dronemaster Datura 1.0 started in rock, moved on. Like Christmas, the Spark Festival od Electronic Arts and Music comes once a year, features unusual lighting, and includes a ton of free entertainment. But even though … Continue reading

Posted in Blogging, Multimedia, Music | 2 Comments

Mome Is Where Half The Heart Is: Confessions Of A Divided Man I

Tom K skewed Commie even before it became cool. While its comic arts program seems to be shaping up nicely, one thing MCAD definitely doesn’t excel at is promotion. If my dear friend Tom K hadn’t been blogging up a … Continue reading

Posted in Art and Culture, Blogging, Multimedia | 1 Comment

Killzone 2 Reviews Spark Embarassing Responses From Gamers

“Live long, and prosper,” wished Mr. Spock, the Vulcan with a heart. Console fanboys and fangirls rarely act half as cordial. I’m not an “Xbot” or a “PSthreetard.” I’m level-headed enough to break away from the gaming cattle who proclaim … Continue reading

Posted in Gaming, Multimedia | 7 Comments

Making Minneapolis Safe For Pleasure : A Fractal Appreciation Of Jon Hassell

Hassell effortlessly secures Belgrade’s surrender in ’06. Any attempt to peg whichever of Jon Hassell‘s 18 solo releases as his “best” is bound to fail. Though some components of the trumpeter and composer’s m.o.–including his incomparable command of breath, generous … Continue reading

Posted in Art and Culture, Multimedia, Music | Leave a comment

Winter Open House

Considering a career in music and entertainment? Join us for our Open House: Saturday, February 21st, 2009 • 10:00 am – 2:00 pm 312 Washington Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN Experience IPR by attending the following workshop: “Capitalizing on Digital Opportunities … Continue reading

Posted in Newswire, Newswire Announcements, Newswire Events | Leave a comment

Grammy Award Winning Rap Artist T.I. Spreads Holiday Cheer at the Institute of Production and Recording

Students at the Institute of Production and Recording (IPR) recently received a holiday treat when leading rap mogul T.I., who is nominated for four Grammy Awards this year, visited the school. The multi-platinum recording artist met with IPR’s entertainment professionals … Continue reading

Posted in Newswire, Newswire Announcements, Newswire Events | Leave a comment