The Fiendish Thingy! ([info]imaginary_iby) wrote,
@ 2008-04-03 22:06:00
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Current music:I Hope That I Don't Fall in Love With You - Tom Waits
Entry tags:travel

You all know that I'm a bit daft. Ultimately harmless, but a little daft all the same.

Well, today? I realized that we're actually visiting Liechtenstein on our trip.

How's that? The day before I fly, I realize that I'm visiting a country I didn't think I was visiting.

The final episode of Life On Mars aired tonight. I'd seen it months ago, but it was lovely to watch on the big telly. Interestingly, they didn't play Tom Waits' I Hope That I Don't Fall in Love With You but rather the Sam/Annie theme during the scene in his apartment.

Also I was wondering if people could rec me some music? I've got a fair bit of credit left on my iTunes account, and I'd like to use it up before I leave so that I can have some new tunes.

AHHHHHH! We fly tomorrow night!


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[info]dave7
2008-04-03 11:11 am UTC (link)
And you only started packing today?!

*shocked*

But yay! :) You're flying out tomorrow! I'll try not to miss you too much, eh? *g*

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:16 am UTC (link)
I only started packing this afternoon and I've the finishing touches tomorrow. I'm not worried - we fly at 22.30 and I check in on the net beforehand. It's just the way I do things; at the last minute. Like homework. I once went to an exam and realized about two hours before it started that we'd had the essay topic for a few weeks. *g*

I'm really going to miss LJ - I've decided against taking my laptop, because it's just too much extra weight. Doctor Who! The SQUEE! The FIC! The YOU!

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[info]dave7
2008-04-03 11:25 am UTC (link)
Which is fair enough - laptops are a bit of a pain to lug around - that said, though, I'd never be able to leave mine behind. *g* (Lucky I'm a big, strong man. *cough*)

New Who'll be hard to pass up on - even for the world's greatest holiday - I admire you. ;)

You... you're insane, you know that? *g* Leaving everything 'til the 11th hours. IMO, last minute would've been two days ago. *g* (You're limiting the amount of shoes you're taking, right?)

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:32 am UTC (link)
sure thing, Muscles

It's not so much the lugging it around, it's the weight restrictions for the planes. Especially since we're flying a domestic company from Cardiff to Edinburgh, which doesn't allow much.

Are you kidding me? Do you know how embarrassed I am by the fact that the first thing I do in Rome will be finding an internet cafe!? I must have the squee! You know how I am with these things; Who is my oxygen! I won't be able to get the episode, so I expect you to write a detailed description of it. *flutters eyelashes* Pleeeease?

I've...I've just now figured out what IMO means. This is a historic day. Pardonnez moi! I'm taking three pairs of boots (one I'll be wearing on the plane) and a cute pair of formal flats.

Also - any music recs? I've already bought and fallen in love with Someday by that band that you like. *wink* Thanks so much for that! *sigh*

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[info]dave7
2008-04-03 11:44 am UTC (link)
I'm starting to think I should have never told you that...

Do they check carry on luggage? They didn't here, but I know that doesn't mean much...

Well, it's very nearly the first thing I did in Tasmania. *g* You'll get no judgement from me.

Seriously? I... uh, don't normally write detailed descriptions. Or reviews. Or, you know, reactions, beyond a few lines. I'm not sure I'd be any good at it, to be honest. My squee is usually harshed on account of the fact that... I'm a boy. *g* I don't even capslock very much. (I will try though, if you really want me to... I have taken the day off work, so I should have time.)

So... you're taking four pairs of shoes, and not one of them suitable for the extended walks that occur during tourist-like-activities? *g* You're such a girl. *g*

Music... music... I really don't know. My taste in music is really, really broad - everything from Nickelback to Michael Buble. What type of music do you like? (Apart from "old" that is. *g*)

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 12:11 pm UTC (link)
Muahahahahahahahaha

Ok, I'll never use that name again. *g*

Oh, they do check here. I've never even been close, but then again I've never undertaken a trip of this magnitude. I'm allowed 20kg, and I've about 13.

These are the boots the I traipse up and down the city in, so I'm sure I'll be fine. I've a pair that I don't mind getting dirty and all three pairs are extremely comfy and warm. *pokes* HA! I did the Duke of Ed in chucks, and I was the only one who didn't get sore feet!

*blows rasberry* I like more than old music, thankyouverymuch! I love the Strokes and Belle and Sebastian, Muse, The Killers. I've actually been working my way through Blackpool's playlist and Life on Mars' playlist for tunes.

You are such a dork! You don't think you have it in you to squee in detail and capslock, but you've taken the day off! Well, just please write about anything particularly wonderful or hilarious or something that you think I'll really like. I'm relying on you here! :)

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[info]dave7
2008-04-03 12:25 pm UTC (link)
I know they check luggage you check in, but I've never had my carry on stuff checked. *shrug* Probably because you can add to it once you're through the gates anyway and they'd be none the wiser. *g*

I'll give you the benefit of the doubt then. (But I still think that's incredibly girlie. *g* A cute sort of girlie, sure, but girlie all the same.) You did the Duke of Ed? I was never that athletic in highschool. Rep baseball/football was as far as I went and then I was mostly the ball boy. ;)

Now the LoM playlist is pretty cool - I love that one song... about rainbows? Or something. Anyway... uh... have you tried Josh Pyke? He's a local boy, sounds a bit like Pete Murray. Only better, as he's Aussie. Or... uh... I need to look through my music folder. (Over 10GB and I don't know half the stuff in here.)

I am not a do-

There's no point even trying to deny that, is there? *g* And I've taken the day off for, like, lots of reasons! I've the Kerths in the morning, and then I need to do the newsletter, plus, I have to do the laundry and... things... and... I sort of want to do a mini-marathon before I sit down to watch the new episode, and... yeah, I'm a total dork. I'll do you a play-by-play if you really want - I'll even include caps if you're really nice. *g* (With or without Dave's Completely Biased Opinions (TM)?)

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 12:43 pm UTC (link)
Oh, it's all a bit confusing. Emirates are a little inconsistent with how many carry-on pieces they'll allow, so I'd need to either...you know what? It gets very detailed on my handbags and their sized so...

I just think that when I've got all of my souvenirs (Doctor Who! Beatles!shop!) I'll have too much to carry. It's alright, I'm happy to go without. Sort of. Kind of.

I suppose it's a teeny, tiny bit girlie. Only a little bit. They really are very comfy. I'm not taking much make-up though, and I'm only taking a hair-dryer because I've long hair and in that weather, it'll NEVER dry, so I'll catch the death of me. It's a little travel one. *is embarrassed*

Yeah, I did the Duke of Ed. I haven't been in years, but I used to love to go camping. I'm not particularly fit, but I can walk for miles and I love being out in the bush. The simplicity of it, the stars. Hehehe, I was swim captain. Which is very embarrassing.

I love that one song... about rainbows? Or something. Anyway...

Erm...you mean What a Wonderful World? I think Louis Armstong and Israel Kamakawiwoʻole just rolled over in their graves. You really are a dork. *grins* The music in the first ep was one of the main things that grabbed me; Bowie's Life on Mars, Cream's White Room and The Who's Baba O'Riley are some of my all-time favourite songs. I also love Sweet and Slade.

Josh Pyke. *taps chin contemplatively* ok, ta! I'll go and check him out.

Ah yes - the Kerths. Which you've won an award for. All seriousness though, that's actually really cool. A mini-marathon? Awwwwwwww. Hey, laundry is serious work!

I really do want. *snuggles* Your biased opinions will probably be similar to my biased opinions, wo whatever floats your boat!

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[info]dave7
2008-04-03 12:57 pm UTC (link)
Ah, yes. I didn't factor in souvenirs - silly of me, I know. *nods* I always figured that I'd be posting a whole heck of a lot of stuff back to me if I ever went away. *g* But then, you know, I can live off two pairs of jeans and a tube of toothpaste. *grunts all manly-like*

Teeny, tiny, whole heck of a lot. *g* It's okay though, really. *g* A hair dryer though, really? You know most hotels provide them now, right? But I wouldn't want to risk you catching your death. Silly European weather. You know what, take two, just in case. And mittens! Have you packed mittens? You should really consider mittens.

Swim captain, eh? I... erm... can't swim.

It's called 'Over the Rainbow' on my play list. *hangs head in shame*

Life on Mars is a great song... but the only one I recognise from what you've mentioned. *head is hang-in-shame-d out*

Two awards, I think. Best New Author and Best... Drama? Possibly. (Oi, is it bad that I've forgotten? I'll go check in a minute, no doubt.)

And okay, I will, but only because it's you.

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 01:13 pm UTC (link)
Ooooh! *stomps feet* I can live off less, if need be, but at the moment I'm fine.

Two pairs of jeans...would it horrify you to know that I don't own a single pair of jeans? *hides* What about a shirt, my good man!? You'll need a shirt! Toothpaste, not even a toothbrush?

Hey! I'll have you know that I just trapped a white tail on the ceiling and released him in the backyard! How's that for girly? I am THAT snazzy! Dad says that I'm supposed to kill White tails (he only kills white tails and red backs) but I don't kill anything.

Should I also pack a nose-warmer? *g* Unfortunately, I don't have the Doctor to undress dress me. It's only a tiny hairdryer, cost ten bucks. My hair is long and thick, and barely dries even in our summer weather. I can't go traipsing around with it sopping wet! It's alright for blokes with curly hair!

YOU CAN'T SWIM?!? Not even a little, for safety reasons?! Sorry. I'm calming down as we speak.

When I get home, I am going to teach you a thing or two about music. Nah, snootyness and tunes aren't good bedfellows. Cream - Eric Clapton.

Best New Author? That's so lovely! 'll have to read these fics at some point.

And okay, I will, but only because it's you.

*beams*

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[info]dave7
2008-04-03 01:29 pm UTC (link)
I'd like to see you live off less. (And yes, I'm fully aware I didn't mention a shirt. *G*) There are ways around toothbrushes. Toothpaste, though, that's a personal thing, that is.

You don't own any jeans? None at all? How is that... how is that even possible? My mind, it boggles.

Ah, very brave of you, that. My sister absolutely freaks out at the mention of spiders, never mind if she saw one. So yes, well above the girly-o-meter there. ;) I tend to ignore spiders mostly - unless they're big and ugly - because... well, the other spiders are watching, aren't they? And if they see me attack one, they might gang up on me in my sleep. S'also why I leave ants alone - they're tiny, but they've got numbers behind them, oh yes.

I've never actually heard of a nose warmer before, but sure. *g* And... don't get me started about my hair. It needs a cut, and it's letting me know. There's this one curl - my friends call it the Elvis curl - that just hangs in the middle of my forehead, all... curled and insolent. *sighs* (And why am I telling you this? *g*)

And nope, can't swim. I mean, I can float, and can, on occasion, flail myself from one side of a pool to the other, but swimming? I wouldn't call it swimming.

When I get home, I am going to teach you a thing or two about music.

Looking forward to it. ;)

Yep, Best New Author. I reckon it was a bit of a rubbish win - I'm far from anything resembling good, especially back then, but - I'll link you if you want. One day. I'm not ashamed. *cough*

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 01:40 pm UTC (link)
See, I think a toothbrush is a personal thing. Although you're right, there are ways around them; fingers, for example.

Nope. No jeans. None at all. I found them really uncomfortable as a kid and then just never wore them. I suppose we'll call it even: I don't have jeans, you can't swim. *g*

We ignore spiders too, unless they're white tails or red backs, which are dangerous. All of the daddy long-legs in my room are called George and Harry.

well, the other spiders are watching, aren't they? And if they see me attack one, they might gang up on me in my sleep.

Oh my gosh! I'm SO glad it's not just me that thinks that! I always think that if spiders or ants ever do take over the world, they'll think of me and remember that I never hurt them. I even turn beetles the right way up when I walk from place to place!

Actually, the idea for the nose-warmer came from an old episode of Whinnie the Pooh, in which Piglet loses his. *blushes*

You need to post a picture of your hair! I want to see this curl! David Tennant needs a cut, but he doesn't let that stop him and we all love him for it!

Yes, send me the link, I'd love to read it. Not tonight, but before I go.

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[info]dave7
2008-04-03 01:49 pm UTC (link)
Fingers, exactly. But toothpaste - I have to use a certain type. It's about the only bathroom product I get specific about, my toothpaste. Hence the 'personal thing'. *g*

I still can't believe you don't wear jeans - as a uni student, they just about make up my wardrobe. Unofficial uniform and all that. *g*

You think that too? Heck, thought I was insane alone in that thought. ;)

Um... I'll think about it? I think there might be a picture of my hair just after a haircut somewhere on my LJ actually...

I'll send you the link now anyway. Don't expect you to read it, but I'll forget otherwise. ;)

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 01:55 pm UTC (link)
There's nothing wrong with liking a specific kind of toothpaste! :) I'm very particular about what colour blush I use, but that's probably not an issue for you.

Nobody can wrap their minds around the no-jeans thing! I just wear trousers - usually browns and blacks...like suit pants, but not as formal, or skirts and stockings.

Nope, not alone!:) I'm a vegetarian, so I'm going to be fine when the world goes pear-shaped!

Reeeeeeeally, a picture? I'll have to go searching for this. In a non-stalkery way, of course!

I'll definately read the fic, so cheers for the link! I'll have a look at it tomorrow - I've got to be off to bed, or else I'll never get up early enought to put a wash on tomorrow morning. I've started turning off my alarm whilst still alseep - ggggrrrrggg.

I hope you're feeling much better. *hugs*

Night!:)

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[info]smtfhw
2008-04-03 11:17 am UTC (link)
If you like Nick Cave, the latest - Dig, Lazarus, Dig - is absolutely brilliant (twisted, but brilliant).

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:22 am UTC (link)
Hey! That's pretty good! I've heard of him, but don't really know any of his music.

Cheers!

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[info]smtfhw
2008-04-03 11:28 am UTC (link)
Give it a try - and if you do like it, I'm sorry, OK? Because there's a lot of stuff out there...

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:33 am UTC (link)
Hehehehehe, that's alright! Music is worth it and there's nothing more fun than slowly working through a band's albums and such.

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[info]smtfhw
2008-04-03 11:39 am UTC (link)
I'm especially fond of the Abattoir Blues/The Lyre of Orpheus CDs as well...

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[info]plutos_revenge
2008-04-03 11:31 am UTC (link)
Hee! Liechtenstein! Such a dinky wee place.

You sorted all your money out yet, or is that another last minute thingy?

You're gonna have such a fab time!

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:34 am UTC (link)
*hands on hips*

I've already sorted my money, ta! Even I'm not that bad! *g*

I think that's why I missed that we were going there. We're not sleeping there, just passing through. The dot on the page covers the entire country, so it just didn't...click.

*is embarrassed*

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[info]plutos_revenge
2008-04-03 11:39 am UTC (link)
*snort*

suuuure you're not. totally organised, not at all last minute *g*

*backs away slowly from the crazy lady*

Awww, poor Liechtenstein. It's just a dot!

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 12:19 pm UTC (link)
I'll have you know that I've just checked up in on-line! I always do that, and then we swan right past the big queues and go straight to the desk. *squeeee*

I've got it aaaaaaaaaall under control! *g*

It really is just a dot. Beautiful, though!

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[info]brookeormian
2008-04-03 01:22 pm UTC (link)
I'm quite into Taylor Swift at the moment, she's a bit country but has nice songs. I haven't been into country music for quite some time, but I've just discovered her. And a band called Ingram Hill have a new album out, I loved their first, but I think I enjoy the second more :)

And if you still want my office number (I'll understand if you don't *sniff* ;)) I can post it here, as I actually have it written down in my in-tray. I always forget the order of the digits...

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:27 pm UTC (link)
I don't really care what genre something is, as long as it's nice. Ingram Hill? That name sounds familiar.

Alright, I'll run off to check them out on iTunes.

Also, yes, please! *g* I'd love to have the number. Otherwise, I'll probably get myself lost. Don't worry, I can't remember my mobile number.

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[info]brookeormian
2008-04-04 07:43 am UTC (link)
Ingram Hill are one of those bands that no one over here in the UK knows a thing about, but turn out to be one of my favourites. Like Sister Hazel. Sigh, so they'll never tour over here!

Okay, without looking (I need to test myself) it's 020 7554 5457 *checks* Yes! Woo, I know my number! So, I guess that would make it 4420 7554 5457 if you need anything in Europe, I think. :D

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[info]brilliantomega
2008-04-03 02:00 pm UTC (link)
Music: The Fratellis, Kaiser Chiefs (both CDS), The Wombats, Ted Leo and the Pharmacists (any CD), Muse's New CD, Foo Fighter's New CD, and Arctic Monkeys (any CD).

Yeah - I like my rock.

Hope it helps. Post a outline of your trip (i.e. where you going in order and how long you're staying there?) Have a safe trip!

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:29 pm UTC (link)
The Wombats! They were on FNP! For that, I must further investigate them.

Love Muse, and I've been thinking about getting into the Artctic Monkeys, so I'll give them a go.

I've given itineraries to a couple of people, so...I've also got photocopies of all documents. :)

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[info]brilliantomega
2008-04-03 11:31 pm UTC (link)
I've given itineraries to a couple of people, so...I've also got photocopies of all documents. :)

Good good - I just want to know where you're going! (so I can travel vicariously through you)

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[info]teanni
2008-04-03 02:46 pm UTC (link)
Uh Liechtenstein, eh? Shame on me I, I didn't even know where it was exactly until I looked it up in the Internet. Hey, you'll be fairly close to Germany then...You should drop by some time ;)

Have fun on your trip, hon'!! I'll miss you and squeeing over DT with you in the meantime :D

Recs? I don't know...Let me have a look at my playlist...Amy Winehouse, Jack Johnson, Billy Talent, Green Day?

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:33 pm UTC (link)
I didn't know either. *hides* It's this teeny tiny little dot between Austria and Switzerland.

I'm going to miss the SQUEE so much! What will I do without all my lj buddies? How will I bounce?

I like some of Amy Winehouse's songs. Especially the one that was the theme for Secret Diary of A Call Girl. Cheers!

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[info]cherishthepast
2008-04-03 06:10 pm UTC (link)
Well, at least you didn't realize it when you were actually in Liechtenstein, that would have been a bit of a shock, I think.

On the subject of music, the stuff I'm really digging right now:

Mr. Brightside by The Killers
All of John Barrowman's "Another Side" CD
Misery Business by Paramore
On the Sea by Vertical Horizon
She Is by The Fray
Pump It by The Black Eyed Peas
What I've Done by Linkin Park
And pretty much anything by Snow Patrol or Matchbox Twenty

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:36 pm UTC (link)
That would have been the HEIGHT of embarrassment! *g*

Love the Killers! Love, love!

I keep hearing heaps! about John Barrowman stuff, you're like the third to rec it, so I'll have to check it out.

I've a few songs by Vertical Horizon. I just love the name!

Thanks!!:)

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[info]maclennan
2008-04-03 08:04 pm UTC (link)
I hope you have a wonderful time!!!

I can never recommend music off the top of my head.
Ummm... Jack Johnson is lovely and Dave Matthews Band.
Maybe some Coldplay or Michael Buble. I don't really know what you'd like.

Have a great time on the plane! ;)

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:40 pm UTC (link)
I've a few Coldplay songs and an old friend of mine used to LOVE Dave Matthews Band. Jack Johnson I've never heard of though.

Thanks so much! *hugs*

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[info]maclennan
2008-04-04 02:30 am UTC (link)
Jack Johnson is kind of mellow, mainly guitar stuff. Kind of like beach or surf music if you know what I mean... :)

Not really good at explaining, me..

Banana Pancakes is good like Burtonwhorshiper said, but he also has a new album out called Sleep Through the Static and I really like the song by the same name, and Monsoon is really good on that album as well.

My sister used to love Dave Matthews Band and I only knew a couple of songs but I recently got a lot of his songs/albums for free and the more I listen to the more I love it! I especially like the song Seek Up right now.

*huggles back*

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[info]burtonworshiper
2008-04-03 08:58 pm UTC (link)
EEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!! *is excited for you*

I may be a bit late on this...but oh well!
Scissor Sisters!!! I loooove them mucho.
Kylie Minogue's X
The Producers soundtrack.
Any of John Barrowmans stuff, because I love his voice to pieces.
Jack Johnson-In Between Dreams, I especially love Banana Pancakes.

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[info]imaginary_iby
2008-04-03 11:42 pm UTC (link)
EEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!! *thanks you*

Everyone's reccing John, so I'm really going to have to check him out. Actually, you're the second to rec Jack Johnson, who I never heard of.

Scissor Sisters! I Don't Feel Like Dancin' rocks socks!

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