Monthly Archives: August 2006

Foreboding: The Colts Preview

Normally the NFL sneaks up on me, because I’m focused on baseball and can’t handle the hype machine without games. This season, however, I’ve been counting down. Giddy, indeed. However, not sure if it’s excitement — or sheer nerves. I … Continue reading

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If You Must … my trip to KDC Park

Welcome back, you enthusiastically greet Mister Faded Glory. Yes, it’s good to be back, he lies. But nonetheless, the pilgrimage to Seattle was all things — fun, illuminating, relaxing, and refreshing. Instantly, the Emerald City (or Queen City, depending on … Continue reading

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HAVE I RUN TOO FAR TO GET HOME? . . . GRUNGEDOWN NO. 1

Obviously, today’s Grungedown is significant not only just for capping off the most inane and meaningless drawn-out narcissistic countdown in history. Rather, in addition the crown also is another feather in the cap of the greatest, most precisely “grunge” band … Continue reading

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Grungedown No. 2: From the mouths of decadents . . .

Can you believe it? It’s just one week until Mr. Faded Glory makes the pilgrimage to Seattle, Washington. One week! Sadly, that’s not a segue. Right now those pesky Barenaked Ladies are running through your mind, but campy song classic … Continue reading

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Grungedown No. 3 – You Knew It Was Coming

No. 3. Pearl Jam, Porch. Absolutely and unequivocally Pearl Jam‘s greatest song. In fact, what more can I actually write about this, except to include it as the No. 3 Grunge Rock song of all time. As a personal favor … Continue reading

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