Pictures of Yu

Questions I've been thinking about in the past ten minutes?

-What does the the "A" in A. Sherod Blakely's name stand for?
-How many Euro's has Paul Pierce played with?
-Is claiming someone you have a crush on so that your friends don't make a move on them an honorable thing to do even if you're too much of a pussy to make a move?
-Do photocopies look good on magenta paper?
-Do you love watching the Celtics wear their home white jerseys, but you would rather wear an away green jersey?
-Would you rather talk about how nice the weather is or how crazy Charlie Sheen is?
-Are you sick of people in denial that say "All Skrewed Up" isn't a racist record but then they get drunk and sing songs from the racist records?
-Are cock blocking friends worse than friends that cheat with your girlfriend behind you back?
-Would you throw a rock at the fortress lock while wearing a sock or hit a jock with a rock in a sock?
-Is being in an awkward situation with a girl better than having no situation with a girl?
-What is Judge Ito doing these days?
-Should I listen to the Hammer & the Nails 12" while hanging out with Hannah Neale?
-Is Kendrick Perkins really missed on the court?
-How cool is Pearse?
-Do I have A.D.D.?
-Do I?

Please reply with your answers...
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Zine Fair Saturday in Cambridge

Tonight I was walking through my old neighborhood of Allston, MA on my way to go put myself in an awkward situation with a girl. That doesn't really make me much of a unique person because I'm a fan of punk rock music and the sub culture thing. Chances are that if you grow up around Boston and are a fan on those things and girls you will probably have one of those situations. It probably won't even be awkward but I hope it is. Thats another story for another time though. So anyway, the walk here got me to thinking about how many times I have walked by these dogs on Harvard Ave. in my lifetime.They are always sitting at the door at The Pet Shop and seem to live a pretty decent life. My favorite is the Saint Bernard but I wish he had one of those jugs around his neck like in cartoons and real life. He also doesn't remind me Beethoven in case you were wondering. My favorite time seeing these dogs was with Jarrod Shanahan of Deathpanel Press. He opened the door and proclaimed "I hear animals in there Ventura." That probably makes no sense to anyone who hasn't seen Ace Ventura. So if you havn't seen the film I highly suggest getting Netflix(They have a good deal where the first month is free.)

Let's fast forward 6 or so years to this upcoming Saturday. Jarrod has moved to Brooklyn and I relocated even less far away to Somerville. Our friendship has thrived this way. Gone are the days of being competing with eachother, fighting over girl's honor, and partying on Gardner St.

Back in the 2000's when I used to live in Allston,
this was a Pizzareia Uno and apparently something called Agua Pub.
Now, much like Bradlees and Magic Johnson's health concerns, it no longer exists.

To get to my overall point.. this upcoming Saturday Jarrod and I will have our respective zines (and the painkiller distro with bayer, tylenol, advil, etc) on display at this:

Donna Lewis' poem

Credit: Pat Whittle for this

The Boston Globe

March 23, 1995, Thursday, City Edition

Donna Harris-Lewis' poem: 'Always Believe What Your Own Eyes See'; REGGIE LEWIS NIGHT
...
SECTION: SPORTS; Pg. 49
LENGTH: 233 words

Recited during halftime ceremonies:

When Reggie was drafted it seemed like a dream, so privileged he felt to play for this team

He learned from the greatest, Larry, DJ, Robert, Kevin and Danny

to work and prepare, proud to pass on their lessons to share

He played for the best and most knowledgeable fans

The baton passed from Larry into Reggie's skilled hands

He'll share this banner with those who came before, those grand Celtic legends of fame and of lore
To win was the goal he shared with you

That his death would come soon, none of us knew

Your letters and prayers give me hope to believe that he'll be remembered for what he achieved
His last game was for you here to see

His career and life was no mystery

He was honored to wear the Celtics green

Those close knew he kept himself clean,
Though rumors now surround his death, he cared too much for basketball to risk his health

Character is one thing that never dies

Let's not believe these harmful lies
Pledge to his memory we'll honor his name

He had a full happy life and gave all to this game

With 'Nique, Dee, M.L., Paul and the rest of the team, a new era has begun to carry on the dream
The incomparable patriarch has shared the lessons of years past

Let's hope in the future, Red's wisdom will last

From all those who loved Reggie but especially me always believe what your own eyes see.

New OJ Simpson Trial Jerseys

ZINE RELEASE PARTY JAN. 14 ...ELKS CAMBRIDGE

Come celebrate the very special co-release of ..

REFLECTIONS ON IMPERFECTIONS FANZINE and DEATH PANEL #3

ZINE RELEASE PARTY EVENT
...
Friday January 14, 2011

Hosted by Jimmy Flynn and Jarrod Shanahan

Featuring:
PEARSE MCGRATH (Rival Mob) "What's Happenin'?" Q&A Press Conference- aka Pearse Conference 2011. Pearse will be taking questions on a variety of serious topics such as the ten day long car jam in China, Wollaston is the late 90’s, and why he has an unhealthy hatred for Jeff Goldblum and Robin Williams.
*Possible guest appearance by Evan Radigan.

CHOPSTICK MURPHYS PUBLIC BUSINESS MEETING – Have you ever wanted to be a fly on the wall during a CSM business meeting? Now is your chance to experience the life of a wealthy group of investors. People are encouraged to suggest new possible Irish/Asian dishes the restaurant can offer in the new year.

With:
AUSTIN LEMIEUX
PBOY
BRIAN WILCOX
SILENT MIKE K (The Town)
CHRISTINE JUDGE
SKATER JOHN
NICK CAHALANE
and more

also..
WINE AND CHEESE STATION- warm up by a digital fire place on a tube tv
OPEN MIC PODIUM
UNCOMFORTABLY LOUD HIP HOP
INEXPENSIVE BAR
LOW LIGHT ATMOSPHERE (So its not awkward)


Plus so much more insanity as we think stuff up...

@ THE CAMBRIDGE ELKS DOWNSTAIRS (No big deal...)
CENTRAL SQ, CAMRIDGE, MA
8:30PM FREE
JimmyFlynnHello@yahoo.com
http://insideroute128.blogspot.com/

OUT NOW! REFLECTIONS ON IMPERFECTIONS print fanzine / BHC Mix Tape OUT NOW!

REFLECTIONS ON IMPERFECTIONS hard copy fanzine OUT NOW!

Featuring:
-Abandonded subways
-Reviews of various things
-Even more various things

Interviews with:

Dance Floor Justin (Mind Eraser, Righteous Jams, Mental, The Spice Boys, etc)
Adam 12 (WBCN, WFNX)
Mikey Flynn (Last in Line, Out Cold, The Prowl, etc)
Pat Flynn (Have Heart, Wolf Whistle, Nirvana 2)

Mix Tape with:
mostly unreleased songs from Dead Black, The Trouble, United We Stand, Henchmen, Wrecking Crew, Crossface, PBoy, The Bad News, Combat Death, Jaguarz, A Poor Excuse, The Strikers, The Rival Mob, Pitfall, Self Abuse, Sonic Luther King, XBoozehoundX, Brando, Cops and Robbers, The Prowl, New Lows, Shipwreck, Downhill Fast, and Nirvana

Send $6 (or $4 for just zine) to:
Reflections on Imperfections Fanzine
68 Dane St (REAR HOUSE)
Somerville, MA 02143

Brandon Meriweather tribute

FANZINE OUT ON DECEMBER 3

Out December 3rd.

Interviews with
PAT FLYNN (North End, New Bedford, Wolf Whistle, Have Heart)
MIKEY FLYNN (Westfield , Last In Line, The Prowl, Out Cold, etc)
DANCE FLOOR JUSTIN (West Roxbury, Drums, Mental )
ADAM 12 (WBCN, WFNX)
plus other random garbage

Tape Comp featuring mostly unreleased songs from Dead Black, The Trouble, United We Stand, Henchmen, Wrecking Crew, Crossface, PBoy, The Bad News, Combat Death, Jaguarz, A Poor Excuse, The Strikers, The Rival Mob, Pitfall, Self Abuse, Sonic Luther King, XBoozehoundX, Brando, Cops and Robbers, The Prowl, New Lows, Shipwreck, Downhill Fast, and Nirvana

Send $4 to:
Reflections on Imperfections Fanzine
68 Dane St (REAR HOUSE)
Somerville, MA 02143

KOSHERLAND action shots.

Last Night was one of the most boring nights in history of ever so I decided to take a late night walk with my Ipod. I was listening to Winchendon, MA's So Be It when I strolled into a sick and twisted neighborhood called Kosherland. The best way this place is that it is an East coast version of Candy Land (Much like Cambridge is to Berkeley). Here are some pictures I was able to capture with my phone of Kosherland's most famous landmarks and eateries.

RIVAL MOB UNVEILS NEW UNIFORMS....

They should be available within the next few weeks at the GZ proshop. Mail order information will be available as soon as I learn all the details.
Also: My roommate Peter Luther King and I were just watching TNT's broadcast of the latest Celtics victory over the Heat and an advertisement for The Huffington Post came on. I was immediately won over by the advertisement and checked out their website. Not a bad site at all. I came across this one columnist/blogger named Katherine Marshall....As you can clearly tell by these pictures of her, she totally has a face for radio. But that's neither here nor there. I strongly suggest you checking out her articles on Judaism and Global Justice. or her blog that reveals to you the "*tips and tricks for the new (& broke) entrepreneur."

New Austin Lemieux (feat. members of Outbreak) art for sale

Cock around the clock...

KOSHERLAND...FULL review coming soon

N' ROLL... This is what makes Rock look awful

See these dice? do those flames look like they are going fast? Do those flames look like they are rocking and rolling faster than the speed of light? Do those flames make you want to shake your knee to a healthy "Rock N' Roll" riff? Do you drink PBR and wear cowboy hats (Pboy's observations,) Do you love Social D? Again, do you shake your knee like a rockin cowboy? a motherfucking rockin cowboy?

I write this from Subway in Fields Corner next to Tedeschi's, National Guard, and Dunkin' Donuts. I would love to see a Rockin cowboy roll down Dot Ave shakin a leg. The best thing you could ask for was somebody "shakin" their fist in anger in response and mentioning thier $5 dollar footlong. My suggestion is that those flamin' dice stop, drop, n' roll to extinguish the fire.

Celtic Pride via Mike Lipizzi

Credit: Mike Lipizzi

Boston Bruins Vs. New York Rangers

I went to the exhibition of hockey skills last night between the Boston Bruins and the New York Rangers. The venue was the new Boston Garden and even though they lost, it was a great time. My good friend Mike K had an extra ticket and invited this old Irish dog. Bruins game are are the best. No better place can you find Bostonian's in their most raw form. It's like the Franklin Park Zoo of people. The Garden was also a great venue to hand out some Chopstick Murphys menu's during the DKM music video. Mike K and I had a conversation about BURN and made jokes like "Zdeno Chaka" and "Pat Burn." Here are some fun pictures I took at the hockey match...

CHOPSTICK MURPHYS - Boston's first Irish Pub/Asian Nail Salon/Asian Cuisine establishment

So let me preface this genius idea is nothing I could have come up with all by myself. Sometimes when I have free time, I like to meet with intelligent people and think up fail proof business plans. This particular group of future entrepreneurs included Pearse McGrath, Erick Vlassidis, Lynn K, Mike K, and small (but important) input by Brian Wilcox.

So yesterday was just another lazy Saturday afternoon in Boston. I made a few phone calls and we decided to meet up an the Mount Vernon restaurant on the Somerville side of Sullivan Sq.
I would best describe this place as an old timey type place where Charlestown people go to break their "code of silence" after drinking. It's best known for it's "Twin lobster special." Anyway, we finally all arrived and started having light hearted conversation, which was great, as was my roast beef sandwich. Then we noticed him.

This guy was everything that Ben Affleck wishes he could portray in a movie. The ULTIMATE townie. He was having a private conversation to an open eared gentleman next to him, but he was so loud that people on the passing orange line could probably hear him. In just twenty minutes he touched on such topics as the Red Sox buying Liverpool, some guy with the last name Doherty, Prince William, "low lifes from Winchesta," BH High hockey, the IRA, Whitey Bulger, Police "Unda cova, ova cova, I don't care. I can't lose, I'm like teflon", Davis Square , and the 1980 USA Hockey team. An 11 out of 10, such an exaggerated townie that I almost questioned if he was real. He even got so drunk that he tried to remove a black man's leather scally cap and put it on backwards. Then he went silent. Because he went outside to smoke. the place all of a sudden became overwhelmed with awkward silence until a waitress went up to a co-worker and said "Hey. wanna see a picture of my sista's new pet hampsta?" i knew I was getting into a great people watching situation, but this was next level.

For some reason that got us thinking about Dorchester Ave. Dorchester (Dot) Ave. is most likely the highest ratio of Irish Pubs, Asian nail salons, and various forms of Asian Cuisine places in all of the universe. They all seems to be really successful too. So here's our idea.. Why not take all the best elements of Dot Ave and combine them into one perfect mix of Irish people, Irish Americans, and all Eastern Asian people all enjoying one business. Our idea was "Chopstick Murphys." The name fits because of the eating apparati Chopsticks, and the local Irish-American punk act Dropkick Murphys. Both references are adored by the masses. We are still working on a full menu but some of our preliminary dishes are:

1. Siam Black Church
2. Corn Beef and Crab Rangoons
3. "Dude I Chicken fingered a girl last night"
4. Pu Pu Claddagh
5. Paddy Thai
6. Roasted Ducky Boys
7. Kung Pow-Mia
8. Shepherd's Pai (made in a wok)
9. Never Forget Chicken Man Chow Mein
10. Boiled Din Sum
11. Duck of the Irish
12. Orange Chicken up to Boston
13. Wontons of Napalm (Boo Boo platter)
14. Springa rolls
15. Sheer Teriyaki
16. MK's Fit For A Moo Shu
17. Thai Must They / Peking Crew (Edamame served with Peking Duck)
18. Sweet and Sour Pete
19. Cut The Shrimp (aka The Paddy's ova, one of the greatest dishes ever made)
20. Boneless Spare Ribs Brigade
21. Pboi New Lo Mein
22. Genreal Tso Be It
23. Shaq Foo Young
24. Buddha from Blood for Blood's Delight
25. Eddie House Special Chow Mei Fun
26. Dave Tree's famous Superpower 88 suppa
27. Lobster Freeman
28. Dumplingtruck (The Wong Side)
29. Ricey McHaggis
1980. The Miracle on Rice - this will feature rotating ingredients all cooked in our famous "Wok of Boston"

Cocktails and Beers:
1. New Kids of the Rocks
2. Suffering Maldito...Bastard
3. Scorpion Honkeybowl
4. Kieran Ichiban


-Tuesday will feature "Tsang Tsau!, Sing Proud!" Karaoke night. Duets between Chinese and Irish are encouraged
-Thursdays will feature a dance night called "Saigon Baby Gone." It will feature a dress code of Lee jeans and either a scally cap or Chinese bamboo (Raiden from Mortal Kombat) hat. Sponsored by Supporo with precedes going to our "Supporo the Troops" fund. resident DJ Big Tong


also of note:
-Kitchen staff will be known as the "Boys on the Woks"

HEROIN VS. MAGIC THE GATHERING. Worse American Epidemic?

Last night I found myself listening to Failure and Year of the Rabbit. Ken Andrews is the singer of both bands and is obviously heavily influenced by hard drugs. Here's the thing though, the music is so good and obviously heroin had something to do with it. Then I started thinking about Magic The Gathering (MTG) and how fucking much it sucks. I then found myself trying to figure out what is actually a worse habit. We all know heroin is insanely stupid and dangerous, but it has provided us with some great additions to American culture. What has MTG done for us? I will try and make a strong argument for my stance on this issue. I truly believe that MTG is a worse epidemic than the life threatening heroin.

Reason #1 Look at heroin users heroes..Yeah, 2/3 of them are dead, but we're still talking about them all the time.

Now look at MTG fiends heroes:

I mean, come on. You are obviously going to hang out with the heroes of the hard drugs over "Counterstrike" or whatever the hell his name is. I know he isn't even real, but he might as well be because MTG fiends believe he is


Reason #2 - Lets take a look at your average every day run of the mill heroin addict..

This young junkie is still able to retain his youthful handsome looks and have a keen sense of fashion and you can tell by his bitchin' leather jacket. Some of the coolest people I know wear leather jacket. I bet he will still go on to lead a semi successful life unlike these pieces of garbage below.. Starting at a young age, these kids have developed complete dependency on MTG cards. I know it's sick, but it's a sick world and I'm not here to sugar coat anything. I look at this picture and see dungeree shorts that go beyond the knee, adults and underage boys interacting, and some magazines on the counter. They are probably some vile underworld taboo freak zines. So I rest my brief but well thought out case for MTG being a worse leech on America's youth.

Andrea Marshall Interview. Part 1/?

So here's an interview with Andrea Marshall. Andrea's interview is the introduction of a new element to the "Reflections on Imperfections" Fanzine blog thing. I'm showing a new side of myself so I have decided to temporarily stray away from the normal MBTA/WBCN/Boston Hardcore theme (how Boston Herald is that?) and interview one of the 125 most dynamic people to ever emerge from Montclair, Massachusetts. If you are not familiar with Montclair, it is basically just an extremely regal way of saying "on the other side of the tracks, North Quincy, MA." Andrea is an accomplished graduate of Parsons School of Design (which is located on the Fifth Avenue of Manhattan (I think?) ) and she has appeared on the Martha Stewart television program . She might kill me for linking that Martha Stewart video, but I really hope not. But its possible. Her personality is a unique mix of 27% Quincy, MA , 29% New York, NY, 7% early Madonna, and 37% other things. Our relationship can best be described as a mix of Facebook friends and ex-potential future sister in law. A mix more and more of us are coming to know in these sad economic times.

What are you doing this weekend?

Tonight I am going to drink alot of wine and cook dinner for my friends. Tomorrow and Sunday...Painting, Painting, Painting, Coffee, Yoga, Tea, Listening to Erykah Badu and more Painting!

You were on on the Martha Stewart show right? Actually I already know you were. How was her personality with the cameras off?

She liked my dress!

What is your ideal early fall Saturday afternoon in New York City?

MOMA and Venti Starbucks Misto No Foam (2% Milk), headphones blaring Tell Me by Groove Theory on repeat.

What is your ideal late May day in Quincy, MA?

Already happened.... Drive-Bys with Megan Cassidy in her old convertible listening to That's The Way Love Goes by Janet Jackson...with Iced Coffees from Coffee Break...

Top 7 celebrity experiences you have ever had that don't involve Chelsea Clinton?

Umm, Boy George, Boy George, Boy George, Boy George, Boy George, Boy George, Pras

What was the name of that fruit stand you took me to once in Manhattan?

The Golden Banana

What kind of conditioner do you use?

Dumb Blonde by Bed Head

You had the most controversial prom dress in North Quincy high School history..years later what are your thoughts?

"If you got it flaunt it, or at least decorate it for the holidays"

Did you know that Papa don't preach is my favorite Madonna song?

Do you know what mine is...?

Do you enjoy the Fung Wah bus at all? If So, best experience? If not, how come?

I did at one point enjoy the Fung Wah bus.... Best experience... 2001, early December, freezing cold, listening to Alicia Keys Songs in A minor "Mr Man"...I had black hair and was wearing a funny Marc Jacobs suit with stiletto boots....I got dressed up and I was really excited bc I was going to boston just for the day to see a guy I had a crush on...

top 12 singles for this week and why

Tell Me-Groove Theory

One Step Ahead-Aretha Franklin

Muffin Man-Frank Zappa

Teardrops-Womack&Womack

Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps-Sam Cooke

She's Only In My Hair-Prince

How Come You Don't Call Me-Alicia Keys

Honey-Erykah Badu

Suedehead-Morrissey

Love That I Found-Led Zeppelin

Here Comes Your Man-The Pixies

Circus-Britney Spears

November Rain-Guns N Roses

Paranoid-Black Sabbath

Pour Some Sugar On Me-Def Leppard

Miss Me Blind-Culture Club

Dirty-X-Tina

If you could be anyone else in the world, who would it be?

Mary Magdalene

What is the best thing you have ever done?

My "Search For The Holy Grail" Painting is the best Painting I have ever done and the artwork I am the proudest of.

Forming the glam fab musical dance group, The Voodoos!

are you really proud that you made it out of Quincy?

...I don't want to jinx myself

have you heard Slash's new project? and did you know he is only 46?

Did you know there is a poster of Slash above my bed...

have you ever had a better lasagna better than your dads?

No, I have not! We are Italian...what do you expect..

ok pretend its august 21, 2007. partly cloudy, where would you go out to dinner?

If in Boston, Tapeo on Newbury Street...Spanish Tapas are perfect for a hot august night

If in NYC, Fanelli's Cafe on Prince St and Mercer

What is your favorite soft cheese? hard cheese?

I like all cheeses...especially goat and sheep.. I always love Manchego!

Recently I had Ricotta drizzled with Basil infused Olive Oil and it was delicious

Your biggest pet peeve?
Hang nails, dry skin, lack of pedicures

The ultimate fashion faux pas?
copying someone else's style....i don't care if you like ugly clothes...be individual!

What are you going to be for Halloween?

Jason in a mini dress

this is part 1. The next part will feature follow up questions because I am really curious about
1. Jason in a mini dress
2. A real answer to Martha Stewart's personality
3. What she cooked for dinner for her friends
4. How Italian her family really is