The days are now shorter and the nights a bit nippy. The twinkling white lights are out in front of the shops and city bistros. The holiday season is in full force marking the annual phenomenon of massive consumerism and “permissible” indulgence.

What an appropriate time of year to drink wine. Is there a bad time of year? Not really. But I personally enjoy warming up with a big meaty red wine that soothes my insides and pounds my chest like a gorilla. Ah yes, the pleasures of the vine…
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The other day a ladyfriend, red with fury, screamed at me: “Do you really think life is all about long hair, hard rock, trans ‘ams, and beer?!” I paused for a second in deep thought, then threw back my mane, took a swig of my brew, pressed play, and left her in a cloud of dust and guitar wails as my ‘am squealed its way across the parking lot and on to the open road.
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Mary Hansen of Stereolab, one of USOUNDS most beloved groups, had died tragically. A statement released to the media by the band reads:

“Mary, vocalist and guitar player with Stereolab since 1992, died in a cycling accident in London on December 9, 2002. The suddenness of her death has shocked the band. Mary was a special person. Our thoughts are with her family and friends who will miss her greatly.”

As will we…

Don’t miss TinyTelephone.com’s latest mp3 singles, which include two tracks from the wonderful group The Walkmen. Also featured are Clinic and Steve Malkmus.

Mad Friday reggae parties along with tapas and cold beers is what One Ninety stands for. Tucked away in a refurbished house in Miami’s up and coming Design District, this bohemian hang out preaches intellectual evolution and honest self expression.
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