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Chromewaves: Diamond Rings, First Rate People and The Darcys at Canadian Musicfest

Frank YangOkay, so for the more intrepid festival-goers Thursday night would have been Canadian Musicfest night TWO, not one. But I think that with the amount of standing around on sticky barroom floors I’ve got coming up, I should be given a bye for choosing to begin my CMF at the traditional Thursday starting line rather than the present-day realistic Wednesday one, though that starting line was located at The Garrison, some ways away from the traditional CMW stomping grounds. The event was the eye weekly showcase, and the draw one act whom I’d been meaning to see for the better part of six months and another whom I’d only discovered a week or so ago, but was finding more than a little bit intriguing. These were First Rate People, an act who in this era of online over-sharing had managed to maintain an air of mystery about them, offering nothing in way of image and a few tantalizing song samples that reveled in a sample-heavy, retro-pop, soul revue aesthetic. Live, however, there were no such airs about them. The five-piece all looked barely old enough to be in the bar legally, and rather than belie their young age, their set and sound reveled in it. Not in any juvenile or amateurish sense – there was clearly a lot of talent up there as well as instrument swapping – but in their giddy, “school’s out!” spirit and refreshing disregard for things such as musical genre. Reminiscent at their best of Saturday Looks Good To Me with more hip-hop than power-pop in their blood, they’ve still not fully reconciled their beats-friendly inclinations with their traditional band roots and their best hooks are still coming from the samples and not them, but when – not if – they get it together, they’ll be a potent crew. Photos: First Rate People @ The Garrison – March 11, 2010 MP3: First Rate People – “Girls’ Night” I had missed countless opportunities to see Diamond Rings live since he emerged as a Pitchfork darling last Summer, so with only the breezy videos to go by, I was expecting John O’Regan’s glammy alter-ego to be a tongue-in-cheek bit of synth-poppery. And while the unicorn tapestry hanging off the front of his synth was a bit of fun, the performance was decidedly darker and more dramatic than any of that – the light-hearted “All Yr Songs” was an anomaly amongst the songs that will likely make up the full-length debut Special Affections, due out later this year, and second single “Wait & See” takes on an entirely different character when heard without the visuals. Also helping the intensity of the performance was O’Regan picking up the guitar for more than a few numbers and injecting some welcome D’Urbervilles-ish skronk. An impressive set, and it was good to see that the Bowie comparisons that get used in describing Diamond Rings go much further than just the Aladdin Sane-ish makeup; the style is obvious, but there’s plenty of substance as well. Photos: Diamond Rings @ The Garrison – March 11, 2010 MP3: Diamond Rings – “All Yr Songs” Video: Diamond Rings – “All Yr Songs” Video: Diamond Rings – “Wait & See” MySpace: Diamond Rings I then took leave of The Garrison and hoofed (then streetcar-ed) it to the El Mocambo for the Audio Blood showcase, which had the good luck of a) featuring a band I wanted to see at the precise time I would be able to get there and b) being en route to my apartment. I had seen The Darcys at NXNE last year, but since that show they’d undergone some pretty fundamental lineup changes with the departure of frontman Kirby Best and they’ve since recorded a new record under the production auspices of The Dears’ Murray Lightburn. And while the positive-and-not-derivative Radiohead comparisons I made in June still hold, new singer Jason Couse’s voice does have a greater Yorke-ian influence than his predecessor; a fact that could be troubling if its used in the wrong (read: obvious) way. Musically, they still have superb arrangements and songcraft built on a bed of white noise and white knuckles, but they could stand to sublimate the angst in their delivery a bit. I suggest rolling it up into a little ball and swallowing it deep, down inside. That’s what I do. The Varsity has an interview with The Darcys. Photos: The Darcys @ The El Mocambo – March 11, 2010 MP3: The Darcys – “House Built Around Your Voice” MySpace: The Darcys Daytrotter has posted up a session of Michael Jackson covers from Snowblink, who are opening up for Owen Pallett at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre on April 8. The Vancouver Sun and The Georgia Straight have feature pieces on Basia Bulat, who has announced a show at The Phoenix on June 4, tickets $17.50. Her video session with QTV also just went online. MP3: Basia Bulat – “Gold Rush” Video: Basia Bulat – “Gold Rush” (live on QTV) The National Post talks to Dan Mangan, who plays an in-store at Criminal Records tonight at 6PM and will be at the Horseshoe on April 22. Pitchfork reports that Holy Fuck will release their new record Latin on May 11.

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Your Voice Can Make A Difference!

By Rob McIlvaine FMWRC Public Affairs The U.S. Army recently sent out the 2010 Survey of Army Families VI to a random selection of civilian Active Army spouses in order to assess the support provided to Families and Soldiers during these past nine years of persistent conflict. “This survey is your chance to tell the Army leadership what it’s like during this difficult period with so many of our Soldiers deployed,” Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch, IMCOM commander told 75,000 civilian spouses of Active Soldiers in a letter introducing the 2010 Survey of Army Families VI. Because this number represents just a small portion of the total number of spouses, it’s extremely important to complete the survey, according to survey officials. Every four years, this valuable information gives the Army a grassroots view of how Family’s opinions and attitudes have changed, and provides an opportunity to evaluate the effects of programs on Families. The survey also tracks trends regarding the characteristics of Army Families, identifies new and emerging Family issues, and supplements other studies on Army Families. “Your voice is extremely important. As a spouse randomly selected to participate in this survey, you will be not only be speaking for yourself, you’ll be representing many other Army spouses,” Joseph Rayzor, FMWRC director of Marketing, said. Army leadership will use the survey results to plan, formulate, and improve policies and programs which benefit Army Families. For example, results from previous surveys of Army Families have helped the Army design Family Readiness Groups and improve Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs. This year’s focus is the impact deployments have on Army Families. “Multiple deployments during this time of persistent conflict may have changed the needs of our Soldiers and their Family members. We must hear from our customers in order to make the best informed decisions for the Army, our Soldiers and their Families,” Rayzor said. The Survey of Army Families was institutionalized to meet DoD’s requirement for military departments to perform Family research and program evaluation, and an Army requirement (through a 1983 CSA White Paper) to conduct research on the role of Army Families and the effect of Army life on Families. After receiving the letter about participation in the 2010 Survey of Army Families VI, spouses may complete the survey on the Internet or using a hard-copy version provided by mail. To keep the survey as scientifically accurate as possible, only those selected during the random sampling will be able to participate in the survey. Spouses not selected for the survey that wish to provide comments, suggestions or critiques of support programming are encouraged to use their spouse’s chain of command, participate in the AFAP process, or speak to their local Family Support Group or Army Community Service directors to learn how to direct their comments to the appropriate agency. For more information, visit http://saf.armymwr.com/ This post is from LovingASoldier.com. Loving A Soldier? Living The Life? For more resources visit ArmyWifeNetwork.com!

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Good Trail Horse --- Make an Offer

Thank you for your interest in our Missouri Fox Trotter Trail Horses. See champion bloodline of Sire below. Also the mares come form champion bloodlines as well. At this time we have 14 horses for sale their ages either are or will be in 2009. 2 Years Old - 4 Fillies 1 Colt 3 Years Old - 1 Stud 7 Years Old - 2 Mares 8 Years Old - 1 Gelding Weanling - 3 Colts 2 Fillies Over the years we have learned what to look for in a horse, a good mind, great disposition and easy to train, when you combine that with a comfortable ride you come up with our particular line of Missouri Fox Trotters. Our herd Stallion is Southern Sky Fox He is a grandson of Southern Playboy who holds the titles of 2006 World Grand Champion 2002 Senior Grand Champion NBC 1999 4 yr. Old World Grand Champion 1999 4 yr. Old World Grand Champion Stallion 1999 4 yr. Old Reserve Grand Champion NBC 1997 2 yr. Old Futurity Grand Champion, 1997 2 yr. Old Futurity Stallion Champion 1997 Mid-American Fall Show 2 yr. Old Stallion Champion What you will get with our Missouri Fox Trotters 1. Exceptional Quality Bloodlines. 2. Ranch Raised - for sound mind, good manners, quiet and gentle nature. 3. A comfortable ride over long distances. 4. Horses with beautiful color and conformation To see the horse photos copy this link http://picasaweb.google.com/Star7Ranch into your address bar. Ride a Missouri Fox Trotter today and you will own one tomorrow

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DropWaterMark 4.0.1 (LAJ Design)

WaterMark images easily * Configure your watermark * Replace the image or make a new image * Mark an image on an image * Include border in your watermark * Mark entire folders at a time Available for Windows and Macintosh.… software tags: dropwatermark watermark images mark

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2005 Chevrolet Corvette in Villa Park Chicago, IL 60181

www.autotrader.com Ifyoure looking for real value on a great used car, Castle Chevrolet invites you to come in and test drive this 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. Were conveniently located near Villa Park Chicago, IL and known for our great selection, reliability and quality. Come take a look at this 2005 Chevrolet Corvette today. Castle Chevrolet 400 E. Roosevelt Rd. Villa Park Chicago IL, 60181 866-965-3154 Discover Castle Chevrolet of Villa Park, the preferred Midwest Chevrolet dealer. Come check our our revolutionary Castle difference free with every car purchase! Free lifetime oil changes! Free tires for life! Free nitrogen tire fills for life! 72 hour exchange policy! Free loaner cars! And the peace of mind of knowing that at Castle our First Price is the Best Price, option for option, anywhere! Don?t delay! www.castlechevycars.com DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR THE BEST SPORTS CAR ON THE MARKET!!! DOES NOT GET ANY BETTER THAN A CORVETTE!!! 6.0L V8 PUSHES 400 HORSES!!! STATE OF THE ART NAVIGATION SYSTEM!!! 7-SPEAKER BOSE PREMIUM SOUND!!! HEATED EBONY LEATHER SEATS!!! 5-SPOKE ALUMINUM WHEELS!!! TRANSPARENT REMOVABLE ROOF PANEL!!! EVEN COMES WITH A HEAD UP DISPLAY!!! WORRIED ABOUT TIRES!? WITH YOUR PURCHASE YOU WOULD RECEIVE LIFETIME COMPLIMENTARY TIRES!!! THIS WILL MAKE AN AWESOME TOY!!! PRACTICALLY BRAND NEW, DRIVEN LESS THAN 6K MILES A YEAR!!! HURRY IN!!! THIS BLACK ON BLACK BEAUTY WILL NOT BE HERE LONG!!! *MUST FINANCE THROUGH DEALERSHIP. PRICE MAY VARY IF OUTSIDE FINANCING OR CASH ...

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GamingBits Giveaway - Crime Scene (DS) a day

Throughout this week (March 15 to March 19), we're giving away Crime Scene. For those of you who don't know about it, Crime Scene is a forensics based mystery game for the Nintendo DS and DSi. Using the touch and mic controls on the Nintendo DS or DSi, you'll use forensic tools to solve a string of unsolved cases. It's a gripping mystery, only available on the Nintendo DS platform. In the "Crime Scene a Day" giveaway, five new Crime Scene games will be up for grabs. One game will be given away each day. HOW TO ENTER: Follow @gamingbits on Twitter for the question of the day. The daily question will be marked with the Twitter tag #crimescene. The question will be related to the Crime Scene game, so make sure you read up on the game at www.crimescenegame.com. Send your answer to the question to alexis@gamingbits.com with the subject "Crime Scene answer". The winner will be selected from a random drawing of correct answers and notified the next day. The answer to the question and winner will be announced on the following day. RULES: This giveaway contest is open to residents in North America only. Crime Scene is a Mature rated game, so you must be over 17 years old to enter. You have until 11:59pm PST to send in your answer for that day's question. Submit only one answer for each day. One unique winner for the contest will be selected each day. Contest period: Monday, March 15, 2010 to Friday, March 19, 2010. Keep a lookout and follow @gamingbits on Twitter for the question, and remember to check out crimescenegame.com for clues! MONDAY: ???? TUESDAY: ???? WEDNESDAY: ???? THURSDAY: ???? FRIDAY: ???? Thanks to SouthPeak Games for providing Crime Scene for this giveaway!

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R&R ~ very yummy ~ HDMac's Paul Buyan's Split Pea Soup ~ Review #2

Totally awesome is all I can say !~ Linda/cllw did a review on this one a while back. Immediately I knew it was a must make ~ Even the hot weather wasn't going to stop me ~ But I got lucky and last week we experienced some foul weather ~ Yes it happens even in paradise ~ I jumped right on it ~ I had purchased the peas earlier just waiting for the right time. Finally, Its showtime as the little bag of peas has been quietly waiting in the deep, dark closet hidden among strangers. Just quietly waiting for their turn to visit the Pot ~ From the very beginning this recipe starts out great ~ The smell of the sauting veggies, really sends out the message of better things to come ~ I really took my time with this process, one that I always do ~ Time after time I have heard Chefs say ~ Take you time, don't rush them slowly saute the veggies ~ Remember you are simply sauteing not frying ~ Low and slow ` That is always my motto when I make stocks and soups ~ The colors turn out very nice and a lovely natural sweetness is your reward ~ Just perfect amounts of everthing allowing subtitle flavors to come through. Mine simmered quite sometime as I did not soak the peas first ~ I had no Ham hock so I used some bacon. I switched one fat for another ~ The butter for a little bacon grease ` ~ That really highlight the peas ` not a lot just a few strips ~ Honestly I got fed up waiting for the peas to cook, because by now the smell was killing me ~ so I processed 1/2. Now what a great thing that turned out to be~ A natural thickner ~ and yet some texture was left to the remaining soup ~ Its dense and extremely tasty ~ Nice color. A real tummy pleaser. Fairly hardy, But maily its the taste ~ Marcia Its a Great Recipe ~ Gosh Paul ate well ~ Janie ~ Thanks so much for sharing the recipe with us ~ How good it was ~ Paul Bunyans Split Pea Soup ( Winning Recipes from Minnesota with Love ) Ingredients 1 pound of dried split peas 1/2 cup each, celery, carrot and onion. ( used slightly more of each as these ingredients are so important to all soup bases) 1 clove of garlic minced 2 Tbs butter or margarine ( used some bacon fat ~ ) 1-2 Smoked hm hocks , about a 1/2 pound each ( used several slices of chopped bacon) 1/4 tsp pepper, 1/2 tsp salt ( sea salt) * I used 3 cans of chicken stock and 1 cup of white wine and 1 cup of water instead of all water ( This made for a very rich and delicious broth ) Cover the peas with water and soak overnight. Saute the celery, carrot , onion and garlic in the butter. Drain the peas and reserve the liquid. Add enough of the soaking liquid to equal 10 cups. Put in a pot and add the rest of the ingredients. ( I added the liquids to the pan that I sauted the veggies in ~ too much good stuff on the bottom to leave behind) Heat to boiling, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 3 hours. Remove the meat and return the meat to the pot. Serves 8 * I simmerd the soup covered for about 4 hours, uncovered then simmered for another 1-1/2 hours. The liquid reduced and the soup got slightly thicker. After processing 1/2 of it that thickened it up even more.

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"Make Way for Victory"

Make Way for Victory Today's Scripture: "But thanks be to God, Who gives us the victory [making us conquerors] through our Lord Jesus Christ (I Corinthians 15:57, AMP) . Today's Word by Joel and Victoria God desires that you live in victory in every area of your life. The scripture says He always causes us to triumph through Christ Jesus! No matter what you may be facing today, God wants to make you more than a conqueror. Are you battling sickness? God wants to give you healing. Are you struggling with a broken relationship? God wants to give you restoration and peace. Are you facing a need—physically, spiritually, or emotionally? God wants to give you provision and supply all your needs according to His riches in glory. Notice this verse starts out by saying, "Thanks be to God." In the Bible, when God's people were going into battle, many times they sent the worshipers out in front of the warriors. When you choose to be thankful and bless the Lord in the midst of your ...

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