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A Conversation with The Avett Brothers' Seth Avett
Mike Ragogna: Seth Avett, we've got some Legendary Giveback to talk about, but first, howdy!
Seth Avett: Hey hey hey Mike, how are you doing?
MR: Doing okay, hope you're doing well, too.
SA: I'm doing great.
MR: Will you go into the Cheerwine arrangement with The Avett Brothers and this Legendary Giveback?
SA: Yeah. We're sort of joining forces for a concert in Charlottesville, Virginia. The proceeds from the ticket sales are going to three different places: One is the University of Virginia Children's Hospital, another is Operation Homefront, which helps out soldiers' families, and also the Big Brother/Big Sister mentors for children. So the ticket sales are going towards that and then also, there's an opportunity online to view the concert by volunteering your time in your community for whatever falls in your own choice.
MR: For those who can't attend there will be live streaming, how will they be able to access the concert?
SA: I think there's a link through our website as well as through the Cheerwine website. It shouldn't be difficult to find between the two of them. There's a really obvious little spot where you can just fill out a little form and it's just on the honor system but you donate your time. You just say, "Hey, I'm going to donate my time to this community charity and I'm going to donate this many hours to it and we'll just take your word for it, and if you do that, then you'll get a code and you can watch the concert online.
MR: Can you identify with some of the causes that this is going to be benefitting, for instance, Big Brothers/Big Sisters?
SA: Yeah, it's the leading mentoring program in the country. It gives the opportunity for young folks that may not have a really obvious choice for a role model in their lives someone who can pick up some of the slack if it's a single-parent situation or they don't always have a parent or an older sibling to be around or be a good influence on them. That program is set in place for folks to volunteer and step up and to be an active role model in a young person's life.
MR: There's Operation Homefront, which is devoted to helping military service members and their families.
SA: Yeah, that's correct. A lot of those families are dealing with not seeing a parent or a spouse for months on end or more, and that can cause quite a bit of strain mentally and financially. That organization is set up to help those families out and to help get through some of those tougher spots.
MR: When you were growing up, did you drink Cheerwine?
SA: Oh yes. quite a bit, and I still do when I get a chance. It's always been a regional favorite. I even have a really cool old school gas station out in the country that one of my best friends from high school and I like to get together sometimes and ride out and get a Cheerwine in a glass bottle. I pretty much never drink it in any other form--always out of the glass bottle. But yeah, I certainly grew up drinking Cheerwine and still enjoy it occasionally.
MR: How did you guys hook up with Cheerwine regarding this event and the charities?
SA: You know, I'm not sure of the exact specifics, but I know the folks at Cheerwine contacted us at some point. My brother Scott did a little bit of voiceover work for them and their campaign. That whole campaign, they did these different stories about Cheerwine, and they got my brother to do a voiceover telling the story about a World War II connection to Cheerwine and how there were four World War Two soldiers that drank Cheerwine during a battle. I guess that was kind of the initial connection between us and Cheerwine, and then, as they started thinking more and more about doing this Legendary Giveback concert, I guess we made sense as a band that could contribute and work with.
MR: Can we do a little history lesson on the Avett Brothers?
SA: Well just the quick Avett 101 would be that we're in our eleventh year. We started as a band in 2001 and took our first tour in 2002. We've been probably the very definition of grassroots, word-of-mouth, do-it-yourself kind of mentality. It started with just me and Scott, then me and Scott and Bob our bass player, and us three or us four in a pickup truck with a camper on the back staying in campgrounds because they were only twelve dollars and hotels were more than that. We started out very rough and tumble and very connected to the road. I still stay very connected to the road but we started off like that and just built our organization on the road and built our relationship with our fans on the road and did that for eight years, pretty much basically on our own, building everything one-by-one as far as our team. We signed with a major label eight years in. In 2009, we made a record with Rick Rubin, saw an increase in popularity and major stuff for us as far as having our name out there and being recognized and all that. Since then, we've made another record with Rick and just released it. It's our sixth full-length studio record. Depending on who you talk to, there are eleven or twelve records including live records and EPs. There's a lot of stories in between but that's basically our past.
MR: Your Grammy performance with of "Maggie's Farm" was one of the show's great moments. How did it hit you?
SA: It was just as surreal as you might expect. Getting the opportunity, really, to just get together with Dylan to talk over parts of a song is a story for the grandkids and a story for the ages. That's something we'll always really treasure. In that way, the rehearsals were more impactful than the actual performance. The performance happened so quickly. We were in Los Angeles for like six days preparing for it and it all happened in about six minutes, so that was a snap of the fingers. But being able to play "Maggie's Farm" with Dylan was a highlight to say the least.
MR: By the way, when you look at The Carpenter album and the album you did before that with Rick Rubin, that's a major leap for the band, at least as far as psychologically, even if musically, it's sort of continuing the thread. Do you think that was due to Rick Rubin's involvement?
SA: Sure, sure, yeah. Mike, it should be mentioned again, we did put eight years in leading up to that, so by the time we got to a place where we were comfortable taking that step, we were ready for it. We stepped into the business aspect of it with a lot of experience of our own in business, and we stepped into it artistically with a lot of experience of our own artistically. So it wasn't a situation where we were twenty-year-old kids and we had stars in our eyes about signing and getting big. That kind of wasn't really part of our mentality anymore. By then, we were almost a decade into our own journey. It worked out great and if it didn't, we felt like that would be okay too. Our relationship with Rick has a lot of mutual respect, a lot of props. Not to downplay it, there certainly was an adjustment period with stepping up to working with a world-renowned producer and knowing that this way, it would be heard by more folk. Yeah, it was a great step for us, but one that we felt comfortable making and again, even if it didn't go like we wanted it to, we felt like it was going to be a learning experience. And it was. We took a lot from that experience. I'm glad that what you hear in it is focused. I feel the same way, and I feel like The Carpenter is kind of a good example of a unified approach that we were sort of introduced to with the "I" and "Love" and "You" experience.
MR: What advice do you have for new artists?
SA: Mike, advice I would have for a new artist would be to keep the career aspect in its place. Don't ignore it, because if you want to make a living playing music, you have to be legitimate. You have to pay taxes and you have to figure out how to write things off and you have to learn how to campaign and how to sell yourself in certain regards. But I would say keep that to a minimum, keep it in its place, and when it comes to making art, keep that pure and keep that in a place that's unaffected by the career aspect of it. I'd also say don't look to someone else to make your career for you. Go out there and connect with people. Play in coffee shops, play in bars, play in restaurants. Don't try to jump up the staircase in one jump. Just take one step at a time and, for God's sake, enjoy it.
MR: [laughs] Beautiful! "For God's sake, enjoy it!" That's the best line. All right, we've got to get one last thing in on The Carpenter album because, normally, I interview people about their projects. How's it been with this record? It came out in September, right?
SA: Yeah, it just came out about two weeks ago.
MR: How's it been going so far?
SA: All I hear is positives. That's either because it is positive or because people don't want to hurt my feelings. I don't know. As far as public response and charts and stuff, all that is in higher positions than we've ever been. We're seeing folks singing the words with us, and that's about as far as I'll take it. I try really hard to stay away from the big internet discussions because I'll get on there and I will find something really rotten that was said and it'll poison me. I try to stay away from all that. But I hear good things and I hope folks are enjoying it. I know a lot of copies are going out to folks, so all I can say is I hope it's good.
MR: Seth, I appreciate your time, I love your music, and I love the fact that the band's career is really taking off now.
SA: Thanks so much, and we'll see you out there soon, brother.
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A Conversation with Duran Duran's Roger Taylor
Mike Ragogna: Roger, hi. Didn't you just play the at the Olympics?
Roger Taylor: Yeah, we played one of the concerts associated with the Olympics in Hyde Park.
MR: You almost can't get a gig like that except for maybe playing for the world with Live Aid?
RT: Yeah, we did the original Live Aid, which, to this day, I think is still the best event concert that's ever been. It was incredible, a little scary. "Okay, are you guys ready?" There are a hundred thousand people in the stadium, there's a billion people watching live worldwide, on you go!" It's scary, but we made it and it was a great event to be at.
MR: Nice, no pressure there.
RT: No pressure there, none at all! Just don't drop your drumstick.
MR: Roger, Duran Duran has been a favorite band for so many people for so long. You guys have hung in there, releasing many albums featuring pop classics, many of them appearing on your A Diamond In The Mind: Live 2011 DVD. It was filmed at the MEN Arena in Manchester on December 16th of last year?
RT: Uh-huh. Correct.
MR: And it was during your All You Need Is Now tour. When you're playing the hits, do you try to update the old songs?
RT: We sometimes do slightly different arrangements of the older songs. Like "Girls On Film" has a standard middle now and a slightly different end. Generally, people like to hear those songs as they were recorded. Of course, we still have four of the original members that recorded those songs. It's pretty easy for us to recreate those songs as they were recorded. We also have additional musicians. We have Dom Brown who is a great guitar player. We have an additional saxophonist and percussionist and backing vocalists. It's great that we have the original four members. People love to hear those songs as they were written. It's been quite easy to integrate the new songs into the show because the All You Need Is Now album is all about going back to that original, classic sound. The producer, Mark Ronson, led this band to rediscovering that sound. The whole show is very integrated very well on this tour.
MR: You can tell, especially on new songs like "Girl Panic" or "Man Who Stole A Leopard." They hearken back to the original days of Duran Duran.
RT: Yeah, Mark would come in and we would try to figure out a song or groove and it's, "Just think of the 'Girls on Film' groove. It's like, "Yeah, you own that groove. Why don't you use it again?" That was the inspiration for "Girl Panic." To use that with the "..Film" groove again.
MR: That's different from the approach you took on recent albums.
RT: We've spent a lot of time moving away from our sound. The last album we did was with Timbaland; Justin Timberlake came in and helped. We were trying to go in a different direction, but Mark Ronson said, "No, just be true to yourself. You're great at that sound." It was a great thing to have someone with that vision come into the project.
MR: Yeah, one thing I notice with some bands is that when try to upgrade or update their sound or style, it seems forced. I mean, it's fun to hear them in a modern context, but usually, things work best when a band remembers the essence of what they are. It's got to be satisfying to know that the essence of Duran Duran is what people still really want.
RT: Yeah, it's a fine line, you don't want to be a pale imitation of yourself. You don't want to be creating exactly what you were creating in the early eighties. You have to have some contemporary spin on the sound, and Mark Ronson came in with that. He just won a Grammy. He worked with Amy Winehouse. He came in with that real hip contemporary thing about him and that was thrown into the mix. He created something that was very unique and very 2011.
MR: Yeah, I agree with you, totally. My point is that it relied on the basics, the truth of what Duran Duran is really about at the heart.
RT: Exactly, exactly, which was the interaction between us as musicians. The great thing about Duran Duran in its early days is that everybody knew that John Taylor was the bass player and they could hear that he was playing on the record. I had a strong identity on the early records. Nick Rhodes also. It was great that he brought that back into the sound.
MR: Mark said that you own that groove, which bring up an interesting point. Over the years, you've introduced another signature song, a cover of Grandmaster Flash's "White Lines," and many people now associate it with Duran Duran.
RT: Yeah, well...it's still his song, but obviously, Duran Duran did a take on that in the nineties, and it has become a staple of our live show. It's an exciting song and it's one of the few cover versions that we perform. It still sounds great till this
MR: Frankie Goes To Hollywood's "Relax" is another one.
RT: Yeah, I was about to say that's the only cover version. We have integrated "Relax" into our set, which was kind of like a homage to where "Wild Boys" came from. John and I were standing in a discotheque in Germany in the early eighties. We heard this song come on, "Relax" by Frankie Goes to Hollywood. It's a real stomp-driving, bass drum groove. We thought we had the right song for that. We went into the rehearsal room and that song was a real inspiration. "Wild Boys" took on a real life of its own. The seeds of that song came from a nightclub in Germany.
MR: Do you have any other songs with stories like that? Were any other Duran Duran songs inspired in that way?
RT: I can't think of any others that were strongly inspired. In the early days, we were very influenced by David Bowie and Roxy Music. There was a band in the UK called Japan that used sequences in their songs. We're also fans of Ultravox and Kraftwerk. But then, Andy Taylor was a fan of AC/DC and all these different influences were coming into the studio. Somehow, it had its own life. It became very unique in itself. It was influenced by a lot of different people.
MR: Let's flip it around. People were very influenced by Duran Duran, especially your videos. Those were some of the most elegant and beautiful videos ever.
RT: I know, I know. It's incredible. I can probably go to any hotel in the world and turn on one of the music channels and see "Hungry Like The Wolf" or whatever. It's incredible. We never knew the importance of these little clips. They were just the new promotional device. We didn't want to be film stars. We wanted to be musicians. We wanted to write songs. We wanted to play concerts. Somebody came up with the idea of these on location videos, which we were willing to do, but had no idea of the importance of them. We're very grateful for those videos. They turned us into international stars. They broke America for us, it was a real lucky break for us.
MR: Yeah, you conquered the US, not only musically, but visually, as well as the rest of the world.
RT: Yeah, you've always got to be at the right place at the right time. We were exactly in the right place. MTV was just starting up, it was being piped into millions of homes in America, and we just happened to be the band with the right look and the right sound making these mini movies. If it would've come five years earlier, who knows. A lot of it was being in the right place at the right time and being open. We were very open to new ideas. There were a lot of bands who were refusing to do videos because it wasn't rock 'n' roll or it wasn't truly a band thing to do. We were very open minded and it worked for us.
MR: I also want to throw out there that you all were a young and a beautiful band.
RT: We always had the aesthetic quality, we say. You had to be a good musician to be in the band, but you also had to have a look about you, and I think that served us well in the end, although there was a point where we went down the teen route and thought, "Is this really where we want to be?" Again, it served us well in the end. It got us noticed. We took great comfort in the fact that The Beatles also went through this teen thing, but they were eventually taken seriously and made great albums. We used to look up to The Beatles and said it's okay because they had the teen thing--not that I would ever compare us to The Beatles because they are so unique and such a groundbreaking band. But we used to take comfort in the fact that they experienced the teen thing as well.
MR: And, of course, following your teen idol period, you had more hits like "Come Undone" and "Ordinary World." You did what you needed to do.
RT: Exactly, and we survived it. We survived 30 years now and we have more respect that we ever have. We get good reviews of our concerts now, which is... we never used to get that. Life is good.
MR: Duran Duran and groups like you definitely contributed to pop culture--the music, the videos, the fashion. And I think that the reality is you all broke MTV, though it's perceived as the other way around.
RT: Yeah, there weren't many videos out there.
MR: There weren't very many, but you really set the tone for what was going to come down the pike for many years, so in that way, I think you play no small part in the culture of America and the world.
RT: Thank you.
MR: When you look back to those songs and your career, what are your thoughts?
RT: I think that we really appreciated it. There was a time, I think, that we resented that we were famous for our videos. We were really resentful of that because we wanted to be taken seriously as a band and for our music and our songs. Luckily, time has been good to us. The songs have stood the test of time. We performed in Italy and there were 10,000 people there going crazy for the music and the songs and what we are now. We now accept that the importance of those videos was a great thing. We have total acceptance of that now, and that feels great.
MR: Roger, it didn't make the album, but to be honest, my favorite track by the group is "Save A Prayer," and that video as well. It was a beautiful Duran Duran moment all around.
RT: "Save A Prayer," wow. We played in Verona last and we came onto the encore with "Save A Prayer" and we actually didn't have to sing a word of the song. The audience sang every note, every word of the song. Yeah, thirty years later, that's still happening. It shows the strength of those songs. They weren't just about videos. The videos were amazing, they cemented the songs in people's minds, but we wrote good songs. We still get to play them now and to be able to get to play those songs that you've written is incredible.
MR: "Save A Prayer," no play on the title here, comes off like a hymn when people sing it. I remember thinking that years ago when you guys played it in concert.
RT: It was like a national anthem, actually in Italy. The two big songs there are "Save A Prayer" and "Wild Boys." They're almost apart of the culture identity of Italy. It's fantastic.
MR: Roger, what advice do you have for new artists?
RT: Of course, you would say something different now. We were lucky when we started. We came just after The Beatles and Queen and The Stones, bands that had this huge catalog of music and longevity. David Bowie was another one. There was a lot of money swinging around in the industry, so they signed a lot of different people and we were one of many acts that got signed to EMI that year. It was a land of opportunity at that point. Now, it's difficult. The advice is to just keep working it. Work hard. You have to work all the different mediums. My son's is in a band. He is also a DJ, a mixer, and a producer. I think you do have to diversify and work a lot harder, I think.
MR: Social media as well.
RT: Social media as well, which is another thing you have to work.
MR: Yeah, you almost have to work, as the old phrase goes, as a one-man band.
RT: You do. Unfortunately, I think it is a product of the illegal downloading. There's no money left in the industry and none to invest in new artists and bring talent on. I'm afraid we're at the point where the illegal downloading has brought us to, which is a tough point in the music industry.
MR: Roger, thanks so much, I do really appreciate your time.
RT: Thank you. It's a great thing you're doing there.
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Loving On The Flip Side is a collection of long overlooked sweet funk and beat-heavy ballads from the b-sides of funk 45s from the vaults at Now Again Records and Truth & Soul. This lovingly compiled anthology documents a great burst of black American creativity during the late sixties and early seventies that melded the harmonies of sweet soul with James Brown's rhythmic pulse. The CD is packaged within an 80-page soft cover book that includes the genesis of each song, full annotation and never-before published photos. You can download the premiere of Eddie Finley and The Cincinnati Showband's heartfelt plea on "Treat Me Right Or Leave Me Alone" below. Backed by James Brown's New Dapps collective--members of whom would later go on to form The Gap Band--this song was recorded in Dallas, Texas, and first released on Finley's tiny Rapturea label. Loving On The Flipside is out September 25th on Now Again Records. Go to http://www.nowagainrecords.com for more info.
A Conversation with Frisbie's Mary Frisbie Wood
Mike Ragogna: Mary, first of all, congratulations on creating such an interesting, diverse company.
Mary Frisbie Wood: Thanks!
MR: I noticed the company is named "Frisbie." What an awesome coincidence!
MFW: Ha ha. Yes, Frisbie is in fact my middle name. My Grandmother's family owned the Frisbie Pie Company in Connecticut. Their pie tins were used in a game by Yale students on their campus. The story goes they would toss the pie tin and yell "Frisbie!!" to protect innocent bystanders from the oncoming tin. Whammo came along, changed the spelling of Frisbie and, well, the rest is history.
MR: Can you go into the various departments that make up Frisbie?
MFW: We try and keep it pretty simple--everyone who works here wears a few hats. But we've got the recording studio, which is engineering and production, A&R and Marketing departments, the licensing division, East and West Coast, and general support staff for the day-to-day of running a recording studio and production company. And of course, this is for all the artists and composers we represent in all media.
MR: How did you get the idea to create the company, what's the history?
MFW: Previously, I was a composer and partner at a traditional jingle company. It was the closest thing to The Brill Building days I know of. My partner and I worked on jingles for every major advertiser- oft times on the same day: Coke in one room, Pepsi in the other, Sprite and American Express down the hall. We were pioneers in writing jingles that actually sounded like hit songs- and even became hit songs on the charts! While it was a fantastic experience, the model of songs for hire was becoming outdated and it was time to make a change. In essence, Frisbie was built on the idea that if we created an environment that inspired creativity and a fantastic recording experience, if we surrounded ourselves with some of the coolest artists and songwriters around, then commerce would follow.
So far, that has turned out to be true.
MR: What's your ultimate goal? What areas within Frisbie do you see the most growth in over the next few years?
MFW: My ultimate goal hasn't really changed over the years and that is to make great music--whatever the context may be. To never compromise that. Frisbie has grown quite a bit in the last year as far as the number of bands and artists we are representing exclusively for film, TV and advertising. I see those working relationships expanding: from producing more great albums, doing remixes, to releasing the music with a new definition for acting as a "label." Our urban division has grown again and I see it doing quite well coming up. I see us doing more TV shows. Lastly, I see Frisbie's relationships with major brands expanding. I am quite experienced with music branding for major campaigns and pairing artists with brands. In the future, I see more unique music initiatives with brands and the artists we represent.
MR: What's the reaction and success been to this point?
MFW: So far, so good! We have done Superbowl spots every year, a hit show for Nickelodeon, produced albums, scored successful apps and games and attracted new bands through word of mouth, indie and major labels. However, I think we still feel like a well-kept secret to those in the know. We like every experience to be a personal one. And, most importantly, we seem to be living up to our motto: "It's more fun because we're good."
MR: What kind of employment opportunities might there be?
MFW: I would say that our door is always open to meet those who are insanely talented and humble at the same time. Down the road, we will be looking at people with rad personalities with artist management and digital marketing skills. Again, the ability to wear a few hats is key in our working environment.
MR: What's the relationship between the creative artists and administrative employees?
MFW: Thankfully, we are like a family here. Everyone respects each other in their roles. You'll often see scenarios like, the lead guitar player of a famous rock band smoking out back with the bookkeeper.
MR: Speaking of creative artists, what advice do you have for new artists?
MFW: What remains constant is the need to be great at your craft as a songwriter and musician. That takes years of practice. If you're a songwriter, write songs, and then write some more. Listen to the greats and learn from them: Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, Stevie Wonder, Neil Young, and contemporaries like Jesse Harris and Benji Hughes. Great writing is a unique commodity that can be applied in any number of musical genres to have success in numerous income streams--from ads to TV shows, soundtracks and video games. If you want to be a recording artist, play live a lot too. Even in today's digital climate, there is no replacement for the live show. It gives you a feel for what's working and what's not in your songs and for growing a dedicated fan base. Surround yourself with the best possible musicians and producers you can find. Collaborate when you need to and respect everyone's contribution as a vital part of the process.
MR: Frisbie five years from now?
MFW: I think I covered a lot in the growth question but, we plan to keep making music in Cool-Ass Loftville, our awesome spot in Tribeca, and to add more rad gear to the studios whenever possible. Workwise, I see us continuing with all the great types of work we've been doing in advertising, film, TV, apps and record production. Big picture, we'll be redefining what it means to be a production, management and record company by blurring all those lines and making one cohesive, affective whole. And, maybe a Frisbie clothing line with an office in Dubai.
MR: [laughs} Thanks for your time, Mary. All the best with Frisbie.
MFW: Anytime, thank you.
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2013 was a musical year of soaring highs and abysmal lows. Here are our picks for the best tunes of the year.
2013 gave us a range of aural experiences. We had former Disney stars inspiring young girls to twerk, pop queens shock the world with surprise albums and a young New Zealander take the music world by storm. To farewell the past year and its musical stylings, we've compiled the ultimate list of the best songs of 2013 for your judging pleasure. This list is complete with songs that shocked us, songs that we played on repeat and songs that changed the music world forever. Enjoy.
| Lorde- Royals
|Nobody saw this song coming and if you say you did, you'd be lying. The world was completely surprised that this then-16 year old girl from New Zealand could come out with such a fresh sound. This song has taken the top spot because of the girl who created it. She walked into the music world with guns blazing and refused to accept it the way it is.Shop now
|Avicii- Wake Me Up
|Avicii certainly isn't one to play by music's rules, but when he came out with this country-electrofusion the world was still surprised. The song featured Aloe Blacc from 'I Need a Dollar' fame and was described as a "fun experiment" by the Swedish DJ and producer. The success of the song may have inspired Avicii to continue with this new fusion of styles, with his latest release featuring Country-style vocals and electronic backing.Shop now
|Arcade Fire- Reflektor
|Arcade Fire has long been a music-heavyweight and although not all the songs from their new Album made it into the charts, this song reminded us why we love them. The track features both French and English vocals which gives it a beautiful feeling. The song is a testament to their classic musical style and one to remember from 2013.
| Robin Thicke featuring T.I. and Pharrell- Blurred Lines
|With 237 million views on Youtube (and that's the clean version) this song completely took over 2013 for a few months. The song and music video was released in March and quickly gained international attention and topped the charts in multiple countries, notably topping the Billboard charts in the US for twelve consecutive weeks.The song was intended to be controversial and of course it was, with the explicit video featuring three topless models.Shop now
|Chvrches- Recover
|Recover was the second single from Glasgow band Chvrches (pronounced Churches), the amazing vocals and synth pop style of the song, which has been described by record label Neon Gold as "a Godless hurricane of kinetic pop energy", has stuck in the hearts of listeners. This song cemented this up-and-coming pop group in the music scene.
|Disclosure featuring Alunageorge- White Noise
|If you were out clubbing in early 2013, then chances are you heard this song played. Repeatedly. This song was extremely popular and featured fresh, clean vocals and a quick accompanying beat that saw it stay in the charts until later in the year.
|Arctic Monkeys- Do I wanna Know?
|If you've heard this song, then you will be saying yes, yes Arctic Monkeys- I do wanna know. From the first deep guitar chords you know this song is going to be something special. The vocals seem to echo the style from the 2012 song "R U Mine?" and is a very hard-edged yet fine tuned sound. The tempo in the song keeps it in check and positions it as a Rock classic.
|Beyonce- XO
|Beyonce only just scraped in to our top ten best songs of 2013, not because she isn't amazing, but because no-one knew she had an album coming out. She completely surprised the world with a new album that was available exclusively on iTunes. The internet's reaction made news around the world and the visual album gave fans a range of of songs to love before the year was out. XO is one of the early favourites from the album, but really any of the songs are more than adequate.
|Drake featuring Majid Jordan- Hold On, We're Going Home
|The second single off the third Studio album from the Canadian recording artist, the song was a breath of fresh air for many fans. The song was released with a short film/music video that helped bolster the tune's popularity, but the song as itself is still impressive. The song has a timeless quality that has seen it safely into our top ten.
|Daft Punk Featuring Pharrell Williams- Get Lucky
|Although not a reflection of how good this song is, it was played on repeat by millions of radio stations in Australia and overseas. Daft Punk has made some seriously amazing songs in the past and this one is no different. It's a true reflection of the talent of the collaborating artists and because it has stuck in our heads for so long throughout the year we have awarded it tenth in our best songs of 2013.
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Colorado Mountain Wedding Photographer {Meagan & Chris | Sneak Peak}
I was so honored to be the mountain wedding photographer for Meagan & Chris last Saturday. Their wedding was intimate and gorgeous. Meagan has been a huge part of our lives being our nanny for earlier part of the year and to see her finally married to this man she is so in love with was such a joy! I cannot wait to share more, but for now here is a little teaser. ;)
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Thanks to all the vendors from this wedding:
Reception & Catering: Omni Interlocken Resort
Bridal Attire: The Altar Bridal Consignment
Cake: Shamense Bake Shoppe
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Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa
6 nights Bed & Breakfast from £1,309 per Person Including Flights
- Included:
- Flights & taxes
- Accommodation
- Transfers
- Checked baggage
- ATOL protection
- In resort assistance & 24 hour contact centre
Perched on a cliff overlooking the Gulf of Oman against a dramatic backdrop of rugged mountains sits Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa. With décor inspired by lavish Arabian palaces, indulgent facilities and restaurants, and some of the largest rooms and suites in Oman, Al Husn is a regal oasis that is perfect for a luxury getaway.
You'll be sure to feel like royalty at this striking hotel. Guests of Al Husn have access to a spectacular exclusive beach, with gorgeous views and a peaceful ambience, and a private infinity pool and bar to relax and sip cocktails. You'll even be treated to a complimentary mini bar replenished once a day, daily afternoon tea, as well as complimentary pre-dinner cocktails and canapes to tuck in to. If that's not enough, the hotel is home to two fine-dining restaurants and close to the fantastic, adult-only CHI, The Spa with its holistic treatments and revitalising facilities.
WiFi is available throughout the resort, as well as a wide range of restaurants, water sports, spa treatments, and deluxe, ocean view suites. Journey to this exclusive castle and delve into pure luxury.
Al Husn accepts children over the age of 12 years & the pool & beach facilities are available to children 16 years and above ONLY.
Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa is nestled within 124 acres of white sand beach and fiery mountains in Oman. Located along the beautiful bay of Barr Al Jissah, the hotel has spectacular views of the Gulf of Oman and miles of sand to sink your toes in.
Oman's vibrant capital, Muscat, is only a 30 minute drive from the resort, offering stunning, ornate buildings and a rugged cliffs that loom over the bustling Muscat Harbour. To delve into Oman's beautiful culture, head to Mutrah Souk, a lively hub of markets selling gorgeous jewellery, arts and crafts, only a 20 minute drive away. Al Husn has daily complimentary shuttle buses for Mutrah.
- The resort is approximately a 40 minute drive from Muscat International Airport
There are 180 rooms and suites, all featuring:
- Complimentary WiFi
- Marble bathroom with separate bath and shower
- Satellite TV
- BOSE wireless speaker system
- Lo'Occitane toiletries
- Electronic safe
- Writing desk
- Telephone
- Coffee and tea making facilities
- Nespresso machine
- Complimentary mini bar restocked daily
Choose from a range of rooms and suites:
- Deluxe – Comfortable, Arabian styled 48sqm rooms with a furnished balcony overlooking the courtyard and pool area. Sleeps a maximum of two adults, or one adult and one child
- Deluxe Sea View – Elegant 48sqm rooms with the same amenities as the Deluxe, with beautiful views of the Sea of Oman. Sleeps a maximum of two adults, or one adult and one child
- One Bedroom Suite – Expansive 96sqm suites with uninterrupted views of the ocean from its balcony or patio, also featuring a separate sitting room and sliding glass panels looking out to the sea in the bathroom. Sleeps a maximum of two adults, or one adult and one child
- Speciality Suite – Gorgeous suites with opulent décor, featuring a large terrace with an outdoor Jacuzzi and ocean views, a separate sitting and dining area, and a bathroom with sliding glass panels looking out to the ocean. Sleeps a maximum of two adults, or one adult and one child
- Royal Suite – Extravagant suites with a private elevator and butler service, plus panoramic ocean views, a separate sitting and dining room, and a bathroom with a steam room and sea-view soaking tub with Jacuzzi. Sleeps a maximum of two adults, or one adult and one child
Al Husn holds two fine-dining restaurants, and Al Husn guests have access to all of the eateries in the resort.
- Sultanah – A stylish dining experience with décor inspired by a luxury cruise liner. Located at Al Husn, and restricted to guests over 12 years old. Open 6.30pm – 11pm. Smart casual dress code.
- Shahrazad – Exquisite Moroccan cuisine and lavish interiors. Located at Al Husn and estricted to guests over 12 years old. Open 7pm-11.30pm. Smart casual dress code.
- Mahhara Beach Bar – Exclusive to Al Husn, with fresh cocktails and a private, adjoining beach area. Open 10am – 7pm, with food available between 12pm – 4pm.
- Al Tanoor – Traditional Arabian cuisine and Arabian tent interior. Located at Al Bandar and open 6.30am – 11am, 12pm - 3pm and 6.30pm - 11pm. Smart casual dress code.
- Asia – East and southwest Asian inspired cuisines with glass-enclosed show kitchens. Located at The Heritage Village and open Tuesday to Sunday 5pm – 11pm. Resort casual dress code.
- Bait Al Bahr – Tuck in to authentic Omani cuisine including fresh seafood. Located between Al Waha and Al Bandar hotels. Open 7pm – 11.30pm with a resort casual dress code.
- Capri Court – Contemporary Italian cuisine with a trendy ambience. Located at Al Bandar and open 7pm – 11.30pm. Resort casual dress code.
- Fairouz – Inspired by the legendary Lebanese singer Fairouz, with a mix of hot and cold mezze and grills. Located at The Heritage Village and open Tuesday to Saturday 6.30pm – 1am. Smart casual dress code.
- Samba – Exotic international cuisine with open show kitchens. Located at Al Waha and open 6.30am – 11am, 12.30pm – 3pm and 6.30pm – 11pm. Resort casual dress code.
- Surf Café – A family friendly café with healthy salads, snacks and internet stations. Located at Al Waha and open 11am – 10pm. Casual dress code.
- Tapas & Sablah – A relaxing piazza serving Mediterranean and Asian tapas. Located at Al Bandar and open 6pm – 1am. Casual dress code.
- Zafran Café – Casual café close to the shopping arcade and children's facilities. Located at The Heritage Village and open 11am – 7pm. Casual dress code.
- Circles Pool Bar – A casual bar next to the Al Bandar pool. Open 10am – 7pm, with food available between 12pm – 4pm.
- Assira Pool Bar – A laidback bar next to the Al Waha pool. 10am – 7pm, with food available between 12pm – 4pm.
- Al Husn Lobby Lounge – A classy, premier lounge with teas, pre-dinner cocktails and light snacks. Afternoon tea, pre-dinner drinks and canapes available to Al Husn guests only. Open 8am-12.30am with a smart casual dress code.
- Piano Lounge – Overlooking the Sea of Oman with great cocktails and cognacs. Open 6pm-2am and located in Al Bandar. Smart casual dress code.
- The Long Bar – A trendy bar with signature cocktails. Located at Al Bandar and open 6pm – 2am, with a smart casual dress code.
- B.A.B Lounge – A cool rooftop bar with cocktails, wines, canapes and sharing platters. Restricted to guests over the age of 21 after 9pm. Open Saturday to Wednesday 5pm – 1am and Thursday to Friday 5pm – 2am, with happy hour at 5pm – 7.30pm.
- Guest of Al Husn have access to all swimming pools in the resort, including the Al Waha and Al Bandar pools, the Lazy River connecting them, and the private pool only available to those staying at Al Husn. All open 6am – 8pm.
- Bask in the sun at the resort's private 1km stretch of private beach, featuring bathrooms, showers, beach loungers, towels and umbrellas for resort guests only. Complimentary non-motorised sports are also available here.
- Al Husn guests have access to a private 100 metre white sand beach, exclusive to Al Husn only. Only for those over the age of 16.
- The resort is also close to Turtle Beach, a small sandy cove at the edge of the mountains.
- Rejuvenate your body and soul at the resort's adult-only CHI, The Spa. There are plenty of contemporary facilities to try, including tropical showers, steam rooms and a hydro pool, as well as a wide variety of holistic treatments. Choose from Vitality Massages, refreshing facials, or light exercise classes to free and energise your body. Open from 10am to 10pm.
- Al Mazaar Souk – An Arab marketplace with stalls, activities, and a coffee shop
- Omani Heritage Village – A characterful village full of Sultanate of Oman arts and crafts, and a popular tourist attraction
- Mini golf – A great nine hole course located in the Health Club, and guests can pick up complimentary golf putter and balls from the Health Club reception. Open 9am to 9pm.
- Water sports – The private 1km beach is home to plenty of thrilling water sports, including diving, snorkelling, and a banana boat. Non-motorised sports are complimentary, whilst motorised water sports have an additional charge.
- Marina – Shangri-la's Private marina Located next to the resort, where you can book dolphin watching trips, sunset cruises, and diving lessons
- Fitness – Open from 6am to 10pm, this state-of-the-art gym offers plenty of fully-equipped cardiovascular and resistance machines. Treat yourself to some great facilities, including a sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi.
- Exercise Activities – There are plenty of exercise classes available to guests, including yoga, spinning, circuits and ab workouts. For guests over 16 years old only
- Complimentary bottled water in the room, by the pool & at the beach
- Daily afternoon high tea in the Sultanah Restaurant
- Daily pre-dinner drinks & canapes
- Daily local Engliash newspaper upon request
- Al Husn Beach kit
- Private library
- Hospitality Lounge
- Return daily shuttle services, to downtown area in Muscat & the Muttrah Souk
Board Upgrades
Please note that when booking a Special offer Board Upgrade there may be limitations to the dining options included in that particular offer. Please check with our Sales Consultants at time of booking.
The holy month of Ramadan will be celebrated in the late summer (23 April - 23 May 2020). During Ramadan, Muslims all over the world abstain from food, drink, and other physical needs during daylight hours. As a result hotels in the United Arab Emirates have restrictions on alcohol, food consumption and entertainment between sunrise and sunset. At nightfall these restrictions are lifted and normal eating, drinking and entertainment policies are resumed.
Eid Al Adha falls between sunset on 11-15 August 2019 and 30 July - 3 August 2020 and starts with a 24 hour dry day followed by a three day celebration. Please ensure you are aware of these restrictions, and that they are subject to change.
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What do we let ourselves remember of the past? How do our memories and forgettings reflect who we want to be and shape who we can become? In Jim Crow Wisdom: Memory & Identity in Black America since 1940, Yale University historian Jonathan Scott Holloway weaves intimate personal and family memories into his analysis of broad social, cultural, and political phenomena, bringing readers along with him to explore race memory from the beginning of the modern civil rights era to the present. Watch a discussion of this exciting new book with Professor Holloway and Duke Professor of African & African American Studies Mark Anthony Neal.
Sponsored by Duke University's Forum for Scholars and Publics and the Durham County Library.
Jonathan Scott Holloway
Yale University
Jonathan Holloway, Ph.D. Yale University, 1995, is the author of Confronting the Veil: Abram Harris Jr., E. Franklin Frazier, and Ralph Bunche, 1919-1941 (2002) and Jim Crow Wisdom: Memory and Identity in Black America Since 1940 (2013). He edited ...
Mark Anthony Neal
Duke University
Mark Anthony Neal is Professor of African & African American Studies and the founding director of the Center for Arts, Digital Culture and Entrepreneurship (CADCE) at Duke University where he offers courses on Black Masculinity, Popular Culture, and Digital Humanities, including signature courses on ...


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Parenting and child health services
SA Health offers a range of health services for children and young people across South Australia.
Child and Family Health Service
The Child and Family Health Service (CaFHS) provides services across South Australia, based on the latest research and best practice. Our services include:
- health services for infants and children 0 to 5 years, with a focus on 0 to 3 years
- feeding, settling, child development support and development checks
- parenting support and information to parents and caregivers
- up to date health information for parents and their children.
An overview of CaFHS' parenting and child health services can be found here.
Find your local Child and Family Health Service centre at www.cyh.com.
To make an appointment, call 1300 733 606 between 9am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Paediatric outpatient clinics
Paediatric outpatient clinics are available at the Women's and Children's Hospital and Flinders Medical Centre.
There are also clinics at Noarlunga Health Services as an outreach service.
Parenting SA
Parenting SA promotes the value of parents and the important role of parenting. It aims to support parents to build their knowledge, skills and confidence.
Parent Easy Guides
Parent Easy Guides (PEGS) are fact sheets with helpful information for parents and carers. You'll find these guides in most child care centres and community centres.
Parenting seminars
Are you a new parent or soon to be a parent?
Parenting SA holds regular parenting seminars throughout the year on various topics.
For further information, go to Parenting SA.
Telephone: (08) 8161 7777
Parent Helpline
Telephone: 1300 364 100
The Parent Helpline provides telephone information and support for parents of infants and children, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. The helpline is staffed by qualified staff who provide information based on the latest research. Information provided covers a range of topics including child health, behaviour, nutrition and parenting.
Online health information for parents and children
Managed by the Women's and Children's Health Network, the www.cyh.com website provides a wide range of information on parenting and child health.
Child Development Services
Children with multiple or severe developmental problems, including global developmental delay, autism and Asperger's Syndrome can be assessed by a multidisciplinary Children's Assessment Team at the Flinders Medical Centre.
The Women's and Children's Hospital's Kingsley Fairbridge Child Development Unit provides a team approach to the assessment and management of children whose development is of concern in more than one area, and provides support to their families.
Children's Centres
Children's Centres for Early Childhood Development and Parenting are service hubs for parents and children from birth to five years including health services, childcare, preschool, community development activities and family support. SA Health is a key partner in this cross government initiative. There are currently 42 centres across the State with a further five in development. More information is available at Children's Centres.
Child Protection Service
The Women's and Children's Hospital Child Protection Service is provided for families living in northern, western and eastern Adelaide and northern and western country areas. Referrals are provided through Families SA.
The Flinders Medical Centre Child Protection Service is provided for families living in southern metropolitan Adelaide, South East and Riverland areas of South Australia.
Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) provides mental health services to children and young people up to 18 years and their families who are experiencing emotional, behavioural or psychiatric problems.
Services are provided across a number of locations across South Australia.
To find an office visit CAMHS.


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Queen of the FacialsbyRiversEdge2010©
(This story is a work of fiction)
Tyler had been waiting all morning for the interview, just killing time around town. It was a cold, rainy morning and sound check had just finished. He picked at a pastry at a local coffee house and watched the pedestrians outside pass to and fro in the rainstorm outside. Finally, his phone rang. Paramore's tour manager told Tyler that the interview he had flown out from Los Angeles to conduct would take place in the green room right on schedule. As requested, he would be alone with Hayley Williams (the band's signature flame-headed, spitfire emo lead singer) for the duration of the interview. That's exactly how he wanted it to be, so as to keep the interview as intimate as possible. Tyler found subjects were more likely to open up if they felt a personal connection with him. Tyler was writing a column for a fetish blog that Hayley Williams subscribed to publically. It was an x-rated blog about facial cumshots.
Up until recently, the public perceived Hayley Williams as just another virginal role model and cookie-cutter pop-emo lead singer, a good girl's good girl and self-proclaimed Christian. But in recent weeks, Hayley had come clean regarding a dark history with her band and her own sexuality. Hayley quickly fell victim to the spotlight, but it never seemed to bother her. She stated in recent interviews with the press that she was glad she was being more open regarding her sexuality and has never been happier. And that's where Tyler came in. The blog he wrote for quickly became Hayley's favorite forum to indulge in all things explicit and forbidden. Tyler decided to reach out and set up an interview with her. Of course, he never thought she'd take it based on how intimate his published interviews (available right there on the blog for Hayley to read and see) always turned out to be. But, much to his surprise, Hayley accepted the interview.
And now he was on his way to see her.
When Tyler finally met up with Hayley, he was shocked by her stature [at just five feet, two inches tall] she was a spritely little spitfire. Her hair was vibrant orange-red, which shimmered on top of her head. Her skin was fair, her lips painted with a glossy maroon shade of lipstick, which matched her maroon Ramones T-shirt. She was emo for the Millennial Generation. Her smile was infectious, her eyes capable of casting a spell on non-believers. The two said their hellos and made small talk for a while (this was Tyler's plan of attack. He wanted Hayley as comfortable as possible regarding this interview).
"Well, do you want to get started here?" Tyler finally asked.
Hayley shrugged, clearly less nervous than Tyler.
"Sure, let's do this!"
Tyler directed Hayley to a comfortable chair across from the couch he sat down on. He pulled out his pad and pen and then turned his attention back to Hayley.
"So Hayley, we might as well just get into it."
"I agree. Lets dive right in the deep end," Hayley said.
"Then you agree, we'll skip the fluff?" Tyler asked.
"Please! That's all I've been dealing with lately, reporters dilly-dallying around the issue. Let's just talk about this stuff already, shall we?" Hayley stated as a matter of fact.
Tyler nodded his head and cleared his throat.
"Then lets begin. Hayley, the media has deemed you the Queen of Emo. I'm curious, with a title like this... what are your thoughts on facial cumshots?"
Hayley burst out into a fit of laughter.
"Well, so much for foreplay!" she exclaimed.
"We call that fluff in the business," Tyler politely rebutted.
"Quite so!" Hayley replied.
"Well, clearly the concept doesn't offend you."
"No, not really. I mean, when I was younger I might have been offended, but as I got older and became more comfortable with my sexuality... I was able to explore things I never thought I would. Including facials."
Tyler shifted uneasily in his seat and crossed his legs so as to hide his excitement. Hayley just smiled, clearly aware of the fact that she was exciting her guest. She felt her own body flush with excitement.
"So you've had guys cum on your face then?"
"Gosh you're direct!" Hayley exclaimed, still smiling from ear to ear.
Tyler cleared his throat, clearly nervous that he might have crossed a line.
"Sorry, it's just, well... the nature of our website is rather..."
"It's okay, I was only kidding," Hayley interrupted. "I'm well aware of the 'nature of your website'. I chose to join it for a reason. And yes, I have had guys cum on my face before," Hayley stated.
"So why facials? I mean, was this a natural desire, or does this just go with the territory of being emo?"
"I think partly both. I felt like it was some weird sense of responsibility at first, since I was the Queen of Emo and all. My boyfriend became obsessed with facializing me after I let him do it to me the first time. I figured I had to let him do it. What kind of emo girl would I be if I didn't take a shot to the face? That's what us emo girls are supposed to do, am I right?"
"Quite so," Tyler said, forcing a smile before continuing. "So do you actually enjoy facials, or is it something you just feel you have to put up with because of an arbitrary title you've been given in the music industry?"
"Oh, I love them now! This pretty little emo girl can't get enough of them," Hayley exclaimed.
"How often would you say you receive them?"
Hayley had to stop and think. Tyler noticed her face scrunch up and thought it was absolutely adorable.
"Gosh, a few times a week maybe, sometimes multiple times a day. Depends on if I'm on the road or at home, you know?"
"Sure. And can you tell me what it is you like about facials specifically?" Tyler asked.
"Boy this is turning into a one-tracked interview, isn't it?" Hayley joked.
"Again, I'm sorry. I thought it was explained to you that this was going to be an..."
"No, it's great!" Hayley said, interrupting. "I just didn't expect to get this wet during the interview!"
Tyler forced a smile. "Yes, well..."
"I'm sure all the girls you interview get this way, though, am I right?" Hayley asked playfully.
"Sometimes," Tyler replied simply.
"Hmm, well... to answer your question, I guess I love the texture of my man's seed. I love feeling dominated... like I've just been marked in some way. Being a Christian, it feels forbidden to have my man's cum on my face. Plus, like I said, I feel a sense of responsibility to let my boyfriend cum on my face. What would people think if my boyfriend went around telling his friends that the Queen of Emo wouldn't even let her own boyfriend facialize her?"
Tyler burst out laughing.
"I can see your point," Tyler said.
"So aside from your interviewees getting all hot and bothered, do you ever find it hard, well... not to be hard when you ask these questions?" Hayley asked, amusing herself by focusing on Tyler's crotch temporarily.
Tyler's face drained of color.
"Its okay, we're talking about guys cumming on my face. I think I can survive your being aroused during this interview," Hayley stated as a matter of fact.
Tyler smiled uneasily.
"Sometimes it's easier than other times. Today is a little..."
"Harder?" Hayley smirked.
Tyler just smiled back at her.
"Yes, I suppose so."
"Well take your time," Hayley responded.
Tyler cleared his throat and continued.
"Hayley, have you ever been bukkaked before?"
Hayley blushed instantly, her cheeks flushing the same color of her vibrant red hair. Finally she burst out into another fit of laughter.
"Is that a yes?" Tyler asked, smiling.
"Ha, well... just a few times really. But it was a long time ago. We were stuck in this ho-dunk town in the middle of nowhere Nebraska after one of our first tour buses broke down. The weather was really crappy outside. I mean, it was pouring outside and absolutely freezing. We all had a bad case of cabin fever that week as it was, so, I guess that day was just the straw that broke the camel's back... you know? Anyway, we had all just had a huge fight in the band, and my boyfriend and I were the only ones talking to each other on the whole damn bus. It was fucking dumb, and really annoying after a while. I couldn't stand it."
"Your boyfriend being Josh Farro, the band's former guitarist?"
"Yes. Anyway, because we were an item, it caused tension with the other guys. I mean, these were teenage boys we're talking about. They all had a hard-on for me. I don't know if it was because they particularly liked me specifically, or because I was the only female around, but... it was what it was. Well, anyway, we're all not speaking for this awkward period of time and I just finally... snap. Well, I was just sick of it, you know?"
"What did you do?" Tyler asked.
"I started undressing right in front of them: my shirt, jeans, bra, panties. Pretty soon I was stark naked in front of my best friends and band mates, one of which being my boyfriend. You should have seen the way they were just staring at my clean-shaven pussy... and me! Anyway, I told them from that moment on that I was going to be a team player. After all, it wasn't fair that Josh got all the pussy and the others were stuck masturbating in their bunks on long road trips across the great American Midwest."
"And your boyfriend didn't mind?"
"Not at all. Josh brought up the idea many times before that to me, but I was younger and much more timid back then. It was also the first time everyone in the band saw me fully naked too. Anyway, long story short, I eventually made them all pull out their cocks and sucked them all off one after the other. Of course they all came on my face and it was really hot! I just remember looking up at them after I took the fourth load on my face. There I was, naked, on my knees, with four loads of sperm dripping down my face! Needless to say, it was super-awkward later that night," Hayley smiled, clearly excited by the memory.
"I bet you've never looked better!"
"Oh I was a mess!"
"So were you all pretty comfortable with each other then?"
"After that we sure were!" Hayley laughed out loud again.
"Did it ever happen again?"
"Yeah, and pretty frequently it seemed too. It got to a point where every time I stepped on that bus it seemed like someone was peeling off my clothes and asking me to fall to my knees in front of them. Soon it was just expected that I didn't even wear clothes on the bus. Thinking back now, well, I can see how weird and uncomfortable it was for me. I mean, it was fun at first, you know? There was this initial sexual thrill to it all, but it just became overwhelming. They were always staring at me, completely naked, anytime we were on that bus. If I were eating breakfast, I was naked. Playing guitar? Naked. And many times I was sporting a fresh facial or three like some sexual badge of courage. I basically just turned into a giant cum dumpster for the guys in Paramore."
"Were any of them pleasing you at least?" Tyler asked, clearly turned on by Hayley's confession.
"I was a virgin back then, and they all respected that. But my pussy was off limits to anyone but Josh. I mean... they all saw it. Don't get me wrong. I was spreading my lips for those guys back then like some cheap porn star. But I didn't want all the guys to know what I tasted like... I was young and nervous about that kind of thing back then. I just couldn't cross that line."
"So how did you end the arrangement? That must not have been a popular concept amongst four horny teenagers barely out of high school!" Tyler pointed out.
"No, it wasn't. But I had to return to some sense of normalcy in my personal life with Josh. I promised not to cut them off cold turkey, and to keep the arrangement going until that particular tour ended. On the final night, I was drowning in cum. They just kept coming back and shooting their loads in my face. I, of course, had to let it all be. I wasn't allowed to wipe any of it off. Anyway, eventually they all drained themselves and we all went back home. When we got back together, we just... didn't talk about it. They all have girlfriends and wives now," Hayley stated.
"You and Josh broke up around this time too, is that correct?" Tyler asked.
"Yeah, it was just kids stuff really, but... after what happened that summer how could things get back to normal? We just... had to grow up and we couldn't do that together."
"So you weren't turned off from facials by that summer?"
"Are you kidding me? It only made me love them more! I just knew I couldn't do that forever was all," Hayley added.
"And I imagine the Queen of Emo's boyfriend today provides her with all her facial cumshot needs?" Tyler asked through a thinly veiled smile.
"I'm well taken care of in that department, yes," Hayley said with a sultry smirk.
"But no more bukkake tour bus stories to share?"
"'fraid not!" Hayley exclaimed. "My boyfriend and I try and keep a low profile about that kind of thing. I know we slipped up when I accidentally tweeted that topless picture of myself, but for the most part we've been good about it."
"So, tell me Hayley... how were you first introduced to the concept of facials?"
"Josh showed me. Well, that is to say, he did it to me. One minute I'm giving him one of his first blowjobs when suddenly he pulls out and spurts his stuff all over my face. It was the first time I felt sperm on my face! It was exciting, but I was so shocked and upset that I didn't know what to do. He told me all about it, but I didn't get it. I went onto all of these edgy emo forums, you know, the ones where all they do is talk about sex? Well, it turns out Josh wasn't lying. Facials weren't just popular, but they were shown and shared proudly by the emo girls on these sites. I knew if I was going to be looked up to by these girls, I had to get with the program."
"Wow. Well, it looks like we're almost done here. Any words of advice you'd like to leave the more edgy fans of yours who may be reading this... especially the girls?"
"Yeah. You're not emo until you take your first facial. You can suck as much dick as you want, and swallow all the cum in the world, but until you let your boy paint your face in sperm... you're just a poser."
Tyler burst out into laughter.
"Its too bad we don't have any pictures of you receiving a facial. That would go along nicely with my piece."
"Would you like one?" Hayley asked.
"Er, what? You serious?" Tyler asked, clearly shocked that just such a picture might exist.
"Sure, I've felt like kind of a poser myself lately. I mean, all talk, but no action to back it up. For all these girls know out there... I'm making this whole thing up!" Hayley exclaimed.
"Do you have many pictures like this?" Tyler asked, obviously intrigued.
"Sure, but, I was also thinking we could take one right now," Hayley stated.
"I don't understand..." Tyler said.
"I mean... I could let you facialize me right here if you want. I've got a camera."
Tyler's eyes went wide, which caused Hayley to burst out into a fit of laughter again.
"You'd let ME do that to you?" Tyler exclaimed.
"Sure! You're pretty cute, and you wouldn't be writing this article unless you had a thing for spraying pretty nubile faces with cum, so... I know you're game."
Tyler shifted uneasily.
"Well, I don't know if it'd be professional."
"Professional? You write sex articles about facial cumshots! What's professional about that?" Hayley asked.
"So what do you say? I could use one anyway. My boyfriend's out of town and I'm getting antsy waiting for him to get back," Hayley claimed.
"Wouldn't he mind?" Tyler asked.
"We're rockstars! We aren't mutually exclusive."
"Oh, I see. Well, I mean, if it's all right with you..."
Hayley slipped up her shirt and pulled it off her body, revealing her small black bra beneath. Next she slipped off her belt and then came her jeans, which she took her time fumbling with. Finally, Hayley slipped them down off of her hips, revealing her long, creamy white legs to Tyler. She was left standing in her bra and matching panties, staring at Tyler in his boxers, his erection raging beneath it. Hayley cocked an eyebrow and smiled devilishly at him.
"Wow, they sure took care of me today!" Hayley stated.
"Ha, I guess so..."
Hayley reached around and finally unhooked her bra, letting it fall off her small A-Cup breasts, her small dark nipples erect with excitement. Her breasts were small and supple, milky white and as flawless as could be expected from a twenty-two year-old rock goddess. Next, Hayley hooked her fingers into the straps of her panties and slipped them off her hips, revealing her smooth and hairless vulva to Tyler. Tyler could see her little nub and slit barely visible. It was obvious that she probably had an incredibly tight little pussy hidden between her legs. Tyler wondered what it must taste like, as he could practically smell the taste of sex permeating the green room by then.
"Wow..." Tyler stated.
Hayley ran her hands over the smooth skin above her vulva where her pubic hair had aught to be.
"Josh suggested I do it when he first started fingering me. I haven't looked back since."
"Hayley, come over here..."
Hayley looked back up at Tyler and smiled.
"Yes, sir..."
Hayley strutted over to Tyler and dropped to her knees. She pulled out Tyler's raging cock, its veins popping out. Tyler's penis was aching for attention from the lead singer of Paramore's wet tongue. Hayley smiled and licked the thick, engorged head with her tongue, causing Tyler to nearly feint right then and there. She continued to tease him like this for quite some time, continuously wrapping her tongue around the head and swirling it around in circles as she did so. Soon, she started licking it like an ice cream cone, running her tongue up and down the long shaft. Tyler just watched Hayley's tongue drag up the base of his shaft, her eyes locked on his the whole time...
"So, I wonder what a blowjob from the Queen of Facials feels like..." Tyler breathed.
"Queen of Facials?" Hayley asked.
"That's the title of my article."
Hayley just smiled.
"Well then, be sure to comment on the fact that I have no gag reflex, either!"
And with that, Hayley threw her lips around Tyler's penis and impaled it into her throat. She felt the meaty girth of it rocket over her wet tongue and past her gag reflex as the engorged head pushed deep inside of her. Tyler grabbed the top of Hayley's head as he went light-headed and couldn't believe the surge of pleasure rocketing through his groin. He actually felt his cock touch the back of Hayley's throat. Her once thought to be virginal throat, capable of producing only the most beautiful melodies, now had a meaty cock bulging deep inside it. Hayley soon took charge, wrapped her hand around Tyler's cock, and began to bob up and down on him. Tyler just looked down and met eyes with Hayley Williams, the lead singer of Paramore, sucking his cock like a cheap whore. Hayley eventually took the penis out of her mouth and spit all over it. A thick strand of pre-cum connected her lips to Tyler's penis.
"Wow, you're amazing at this!" Tyler exclaimed.
"Thanks, I've had a lot of practice," Hayley replied.
Hayley dove back onto Tyler's cock.
"So what happens when your boyfriend goes on tour? Surely... oh yeah... that feels amazing... surely the Queen of Facials isn't forced into a dry spell... oh God... yes... keep going..."
Hayley removed Tyler from her mouth with an audible "pop".
"No, not at all. I always have an assistant or two following me around who are paid specifically not to masturbate. That way, when I need them, they can dump the biggest loads all over my face."
"Hot damn, Hayley... you're one amazing little cum-slut."
Hayley just winked at Tyler and took him back into her mouth. She bobbed up and down expertly on her prey. This blowjob truly proved to Tyler that Hayley Williams wasn't just a good cock sucker, but an exquisite felatrix. She had a true style and raw talent in the art of fellatio that he hadn't ever experienced before. This wasn't just Hayley's passion. It was her duty. And it was one she fell in love with, so much so that she opened a private e-mail account that only her most amorous of fans had access to. It was here that she had all her female fans send in photos of their own faces marked and splattered with their boyfriend's sperm. She had promised one day to satisfy all of their curiosities by uploading her own facial photos, and now she was going to make good on that promise.


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Rudolf Höss
Commandant of Auschwitz
Rudolf Hoss at the opening of the SS Lazarett in Auschwitz 1944
Rudolf Höss was born in Baden-Baden on 25 November 1900, the son of pious Catholic parents. His father, a shopkeeper who wanted his son to become a Roman Catholic priest, was a dogmatic, overpowering influence in his early life. After his fathers death, the fifteen-year old Rudolf Höss secretly joined the army, serving on the Turkish front and becoming at seventeen the youngest NCO in the German forces, as well as receiving the Iron Cross (First and Second Classes) for bravery.One year after the defeat of Germany, in 1919 he joined the East Prussian Volunteer Corps for Protection of the Frontier and became a member of the Rossbach Freikorps, taking part in battles in the Baltic region, the Ruhr and Upper Silesia. In 1923 he was involved in a brutal political murder, the so-called Parchim Feme and was sentenced to ten years in prison. One of his accomplices in the murder was Martin Bormann, who subsequently protected Höss at a later stage of his career. Rudolf Höss was released under the Amnesty Law of 14 July 1928, having served less than half his sentence, and for the next six years worked on the land in Brandenburg and Pomerania in various service groups.
In 1934 Rudolf Höss to join the SS and in June of the same year, he was posted to the protective custody camp at Dachau, near Munich, as a block overseer. He was transferred to Sachsenhausen concentration camp in 1938 and promoted to SS- HauptsturmfHöss, who stopped over in Wroclaw, to meet with Arpad Wigand, an SS-OberfHöss duly submitted his report to Richard GlHöss returned to Auschwitz on 30 April 1940 accompanied by five SS men. On 4 May 1940, he was officially appointed commandant of Auschwitz concentration camp. Höss proved himself the ideal type of passionless desk murderer, the quiet bureaucratic, who rarely attended executions, but a man who took great pride in his work, carrying out the will of he Reichsführer- SS.
Höss to expand the Auschwitz concentration camp to hold 30,000 prisoners, to build a camp at Birkenau for 100,000 Soviet Prisoners of War and to supply prisoners for the construction of an industrial plant in Dwory, for I.G.Farben. On 17 and 18 July 1942 Himmler carries out a second inspection of Auschwitz, which includes witnessing the arrival and selection of a transport of Jews, and witnesses a gassing in Bunker 2, (also known as the White House) located west of the later site of Crematoriums IV and V. Himmler carried out a thorough inspection of Birkenau and the whole Interest Zone and clearly pleased with what Höss had achieved and he was promoted by Himmler to SS- Obersturmbannführer.
Rudolf Höss was replaced as Commandant of Auschwitz by Arthur Liebehenschel on 11 November 1943 and Höss was made head of the No 1 branch of Amstgruppe D of the WVHA, and later he became deputy of Richard GlHöss was not finished with Auschwitz and on 8 May 1944 he returned as commandant to take charge of the forthcoming extermination of the Jews from Hungary. Höss was arrested by British Military police near Flensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, on 2 March 1946 and he was handed over to the Polish authorities just over two months later. Höss was sentenced to death by a Polish military tribunal in Warsaw on 29 March 1947. The execution was carried out on 7 April 1947, next to the house inside the Auschwitz main camp, where he had lived with his wife and five children, and from where he had sent untold numbers of innocent Jewish men, women and children to their deaths.
R.S. Wistrich, Whos Who in Nazi Germany, Routledge, London and New York 1995
Danuta Czech, Auschwitz Chronicle, Henry Holt and Company, New York 1989.
G. Reitlinger, The Final Solution, Sphere Books Ltd, London 1971
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"Character is like a tree and reputation like a shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing."
—Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865)
Abraham Lincoln and George Washington cast long shadows over American history. Here, all by himself, Washington casts a shadow on the pavement in Greenwich Village's Washington Square Park.
Washington at Peace, one of two image of the America's first president on the north face of the fabulous Washington Arch, created the shadow with the morning sunlight.
Washington at Peace was carved by Stirling Calder (1870–1945), father of mobile inventor Alexander Calder (1898–1976), in 1918.
See the Washington Arch and Washington at Peace and much more on the Greenwich Village Walking Tour.
"Jealousy, and local policy mix too much in all our public councils for the good government of the Union. In a word, the confederation appears to me to be little more than a shadow without the substance."
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• Today: Matins, Liturgy, Classes, Brunch
• Tuesday: 6:00 pm Vespers & Quietude
• Wednesday: 7:00 pm Akathist of Thanksgiving
• Thursday: 9:30 am Thanksgiving Day Divine Liturgy
• Saturday: (NO Inquirers' Class); 6:00 pm Vespers
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• Friday, 12/5 — 6:00 pm St. Nicholas Vespers & Refreshments
• Saturday, 12/6 — 9:30 am Hierarchial Divine Liturgy & Banquet
• Friday, 2/2 — Pan-Orthodox ethnic food and dancing hosted by our college students and young adults. More information soon. Mark the date.
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You are encouraged to donate new Coats and HUGS this Advent. (Coats in honor of St. Martin of Tours' gift of half his cloak to a beggar. HUGS stands for Hats, Underwear, Gloves, Socks. St. Martin the Merciful is commemorated November 11.) Last year lots of people gave other clothes as well. The clothing will go to local organizations which assist with poor, needy and homeless. There will be a hamper in the narthex for collections. Thanks.
Reservations for the Salmon Banquet on St. Nicholas Day are being taken now. We need to get an exact count by Sunday, 11/30. Tickets will be $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Reservations are necessary. No walk-ins, please. Please sign up on the board in the Hall and indicate how many will be in your party. We will have tickets available in coming weeks.


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- Nothing is necessarily seasonal, even the voice lines.
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It is everyone's responsibility to help prevent the spread of transmissible diseases in poultry.
Raising chickens, turkeys, and other types of birds—whether done for profit or pleasure—involves undertaking the serious responsibility of disease prevention. As you've learned during this guide, following simple procedures on a regular basis can have a significant impact on keeping your birds healthy. Although the NPIP nationwide testing program has virtually wiped out pullorum-typhoid disease in commercial flocks and hatcheries, it is still a major problem in birds raised by some small breeders. Should the infection spread to large hatchery operations, it could cause literally millions of dollars in damage. But as more backyard breeders become aware of the consequences and participate in the NPIP testing program, diseases affecting chickens, turkeys, and other fowl can be effectively controlled.
Remember, preventing disease is everyone's responsibility.
Stay informed so that YOU can:
RECOGNIZE when there is a problem
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Remember WHO to contact for a disease problem
Know whom to go to with questions
Agriculture is a vital industry for our economic health. We must work together to maintain a safe food supply. Prevention and preparedness are our best defenses against disease. Use the practices you gained from this guide to make your contribution toward protecting this valuable industry.
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Our client is looking for a Payments and Fraud Agent. The purpose for this role is to monitor customer's deposits/game play throughout the account life-cycle, identify and check fraudulent activities as well as respond quickly and effectively to new fraud groups/patterns that may emerge as well as ensuring that all player winnings are paid in a timely and efficient manner. Payments and Fraud Agents will represent the company at all points of contact in a professional and becoming manner. The selected candidate will be part of a team of 6 Agents (including 2 seniors) and report to the Payments & Fraud Supervisors.
- Check and process withdrawal requests in fast and efficient manner
- Make sure the payments services, provided to the customers, are undisrupted
- Monitor customer deposits and ensure the deposit acceptance rate is high
- Monitor, investigate and prevent fraudulent activity in all forms
- Handling/processing/defending chargebacks
- Assisting with police investigations related to suspicious transactions
- Actively follow industry news and trends
- Identify and report improvement areas according to company procedures
- Work towards set KPIs
- Provide 2nd line support to Customer Support Department
- Liaise with external payments teams to resolve any pending issues
- Assist the Payments & Fraud management as required.
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- Excellent attention to detail, very good presentation skills
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Salary Negotiation Tips
Salary negotiations are tough under any circumstances. It's difficult to know what to expect as far as salary when you receive a job offer and it's even harder to negotiate more than you have been offered. In a very competitive job market, salary negotiations can be even more complicated.
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What's the best way to negotiate salary? How can you ask for – and get – more money when you get a job offer or a promotion or you're seeking a raise?
Lee and Jessica Miller, co-authors of A Woman's Guide to Successful Negotiating (buy direct) share salary negotiation tips and strategies for successfully negotiating a compensation package or a raise.
Salary Negotiation Tips
Believe that you can you negotiate in this economy because you can. While it is extremely difficult to find a job in this job market, precisely because the process is so long and involved, once you have been selected as the candidate a company wants to hire you are in an excellent position to negotiate.
Don't be afraid to ask. One of the ten common negotiating mistakes we talk about in our book A Woman's Guide to Successful Negotiating is not asking. Whether it is for a raise, a promotion or in the context of a job offer, know what you are worth and don't be afraid to ask for it. No one loses a job offer because they ask for something but you can have a job offer pulled because of the way you ask.
Ask, don't "demand." Have the facts to support why you deserve what you are asking for and don't be afraid to ask for it. The best way to assure that your requests are within the ball park is to avoid giving a specific number until the company is ready to make you an offer, and then let the company make the first offer.
Do your homework. Research what the market value for the position you are seeking is. There is a tremendous amount of information online as to what the market rate for particular positions is. Don't forget you can negotiate many things beyond just salary including bonuses, benefits, an early review, training opportunities, etc.
Negotiating in this climate is different than negotiating in a robust job market. In this economic climate, it is even more important to avoid discussions about salary until the company has decided you are the best candidate for the job. Before that has occurred any serious discussion of salary can hurt your chances or limit your ability to negotiate later on.
Delay the Discussion. If you are asked about what you are looking for before the company has decided that they want to offer you the job a response along the following lines should enable you to delay the discussion: "It's not about the money. If this is the right job for me and I am the right person for the job I sure we will be able to work out the details." You could also add a question like:" What do you have budgeted for the position? I am sure we can work with that."


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I recently came across a disturbing article written by Bill Keller of the New York Times, about a 44 year old breast cancer survivor named Lisa Adams, who "…has spent the last seven years in a fierce and very public cage fight with death." . (Read it here.) One might assume from the title "Heroic Measures", that this piece of journalism pays tribute to the fighting spirit of Lisa Adams, but in thinking so, one would be wrong. What Keller actually does in this controversial article is challenge Lisa Adams' right to fight.
Keller seems to believe that there are two ways for a human being to die. On one side of the fence are people like his father-in-law, who, rather than take aggressive treatments for cancer, was "…allowed to slip peacefully from life. His death seemed to me a humane and honorable alternative to the frantic medical trench warfare that often makes an expensive misery of death in America." On the other side of the fence are people like Lisa Adams who choose "…endless "heroic measures" that may or may not prolong life but assure the final days are clamorous, tense and painful. (And they often leave survivors bankrupt.)" While Keller does not come out and blatantly state that there is a right way and a wrong way to die from cancer, his choice of words certainly send that message! In case there is any doubt as to which side of the fence Keller is on, these words will surely banish them: "It seemed to me, and still does, that there is something enviable about going gently."
So if it came right down to it, which side of the fence would you be on? Being a three year survivor of stage 3 breast cancer, which yields just over a 50% five year survival rate, I have had plenty of opportunity to ponder that question. For me, it's a no-brainer. I would choose to fight like a girl! While Keller seems to take offence to the "combat metaphor", I can think of no better comparison. Having endured three surgeries resulting in the loss of my left breast; four months of chemo therapy; and 25 radiation treatments, I can honestly say that I did not "journey" with cancer, I battled that bastard, and I continue to do so on a daily basis with drugs and significant lifestyle changes. That is MY choice and I do not judge any person who chooses to refuse treatments, to decline follow up medication due to side effects, or to alter their lifestyle in any way after a cancer diagnosis. That is THEIR choice. So why should Lisa Adams or anyone else be judged for exercising their right to fight? One thing I know for sure, nobody gets out of this world alive. When my time comes, I hope to go gently in the night and experience the grace of a peaceful death…..but death won't get ME without a fight!


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