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A Review Of Elliot Allagash By An Attractive Girl – As Imagined By Simon Rich, Author of Elliot Allagash
May 25th, 2010 by Simon Rich
Simon Rich is perhaps the funniest writer in America. A writer for Saturday Night Live, the show has enjoyed a serious upswing in funniness under his tutelage. His first two books of short essays, Ant Farm and Free Range Chickens, are some of the most hysterical writing you’ll find anywhere, and his fantastic debut novel, Elliot Allagash, releases today. Rich was kind enough to review it have his extremely attractive female review it for us.
Until discovering Elliot Allagash, I was only attracted to tall, virile men. But this novel was so hilariously funny that it turned my entire worldview upside down. I am now attracted exclusively to comedy writers, and specifically, to Simon Rich.
As soon as I finished Elliot Allagash, I thought to myself: “Wow. Whoever wrote this book seems intelligent, charming and sexually normal.” Intrigued, I decided to flip to the author photo. That’s when my attraction to Mr. Rich turned into a kind of physical obsession.
I mean, look how cool this guy looks! Read the rest of this entry »
The Reunion Show
April 13th, 2010 by Simon Rich
There is an art to making indie rockers salivate. The people who put together the Coachella festival, held each April in Indio, CA, know this. It doesn’t involve showcasing new talent or even giving away free booze (though both are generally regarded as a plus). Instead, it is the art of the reunion, and by my lights, the creators of Coachella should have received an M.F.A. by now. Read the rest of this entry »
Does Your Gun Own You, Mr. Carter?
February 9th, 2010 by Simon Rich
Lil’ Wayne is set for a 12 month prison sentence starting today, February 9, 2010, stemming from a guilty plea to felony gun possession charges in 2007.
On January 14, 2010 Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was charged with carrying a pistol without a license. This stems from a December 21, 2009 account in which Arenas and teammate Javaris Crittenton both had unloaded firearms stored in the team locker room. Both players are suspended for the remainder of the NBA season while Arenas’ hearing is scheduled for March 26th. Read the rest of this entry »
Them Crooked Vultures: No Bullshit, Just Rock
February 9th, 2010 by Simon Rich
Last night Them Crooked Vultures rocked the Roseland Ballroom for just under two hours straight. They opened with “No One Loves Me and Neither Do I,” and I was immediately elated to see Dave Grohl back behind the kit, a whirlwind of long, dark brown hair amidst two chaotic arms that kept the most powerful beat I’ve seen at any rock show. Read the rest of this entry »
Galactic Funks Up a Full Terminal 5
February 6th, 2010 by Simon Rich
Galactic, as usual, was on point last night. But it was their guest from the Rebirth Brass Band, Corey Henry, who stole the show. Read the rest of this entry »
Does Your Gun Own You, Mr. Carter?
February 5th, 2010 by Simon Rich
Lil’ Wayne is set for a 12 month prison sentence starting today, February 9, 2010, stemming from a guilty plea to felony gun possession charges in 2007.
On January 14, 2010 Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was charged with carrying a pistol without a license. This stems from a December 21, 2009 account in which Arenas and teammate Javaris Crittenton both had unloaded firearms stored in the team locker room. Both players are suspended for the remainder of the NBA season while Arenas’ hearing is scheduled for March 26th. Read the rest of this entry »
Name the New Meth/Rae/Ghost Group, Still
February 5th, 2010 by Simon Rich
Nearly a month ago Island Def Jam Music Group announced a contest to name the new group featuring Wu-Tang Clan members Method Man, Raekwon and Ghostface Killah. It appears as though the group is still searching for that elusive suggestion. Read the rest of this entry »
Strength Through Unity Review
January 28th, 2010 by Simon Rich
Last night, on ticket sales alone, The Bell House raised over $35,000 for the Haiti Relief effort in what was an amazingly entertaining night filled with booze, music, comedy and of course, a packed house devouring Asia Dogs. Read the rest of this entry »
Conan O'Brien's Final Tonight Show, Tonight
January 22nd, 2010 by Simon Rich
On Thursday, January 21st, NBC and current Tonight Show host, Conan O’Brien, reached an agreement that will end his short stint as host of “The Tonight Show.” After weeks of finger-pointing about ratings and general disarray between the two parties and Jay Leno, O’Brien’s contract was finally bought out by NBC for $32.5 million, meaning his last show is tonight. Read the rest of this entry »
Prince Debuts 'Purple and Gold' for Minnesota Vikings
January 22nd, 2010 by Simon Rich
Last night, Minneapolis, Minnesota native and world renowned musician Prince debuted his song ‘Purple and Gold.’ It’s a sort of fight song for his hometown team, the Minnesota Vikings, who last week, trounced the visiting Dallas Cowboys in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. The song was released three days before the Vikings are set to hit the field at the Louisiana Superdome, home of the New Orleans Saints, for the NFC Champsionship Game. Read the rest of this entry »
Haiti Benefit Shows in New York City
January 18th, 2010 by Simon Rich
Check out these shows in the next two weeks and help the relief effort in Haiti!
Check out The Bell House‘s January 27th Benefit Show featuring Jimmy Fallon and the Cold War Kids! Tickets can be purchased here.
Brooklyn Bowl‘s Haiti Benefit on January 20th featuring Robert Randolph and the Family Band!
Support the Haiti Relief effort with The Love is Love Showcase tonight at the Highline Ballroom!
Tomorrow, January 19th L’Union Fait Force Groove Collective featuring DJ Logic, Bernie Worrell, Dr. Lonnie Smith and Roy Hargrove will put on a Haiti Benefit show at Le Poisson Rouge.
City Winery will feature Haiti Benefit Shows over 4 nights (January 20, 21, 24 and 25) which will include Patti Smith, Lewis Black, Yo La Tengo and many more.
Haiti native, Wyclef Jean will be at the helm of the “Hope for Haiti” Telethon at Radio City Music Hall.
All proceeds, including merchandise sales, from Lady Gaga‘s performance at Radio City Music Hall on January 24 will go to relief organizations for Haiti.
Today In Music
January 14th, 2010 by Simon Rich
President Obama pledges $100 million to the Haiti relief effort
Wyclef Jean is just one of many musicians joining the Haiti relief effort
Soul singer Teddy Pendergrass passed away on January 13, 2010
William J. Lederer co-author of “The Ugly American” has passed away
Evan Dando, former frontman of the Lemonheads, is heading out on a solo tour
Dr. Dog’s feeling the Shame Shame this spring
Is a Pavement reunion set to take place at Coachella?
