Should of Waited To Get This Camera

Olympus E-PL1... Micro four thirds... reasonable $600 dollar price (lowest for the type of camera)... DSLR quality

VERDICT? APPROVED

Gah...I want this back pack

Pure sexiness... White Mountaineering X Porter

VIA SLAM X HYPE

MGMT: Congratulations (album verdict)

So I've been listening to the new MGMT album off of whoismgmt.com. Initially it was really hard to get into. The music seems so smooth and blended together that it is hard to decipher any catchy-ness in it. This album is like the first time I listened to Animal Collective, really hard to get into. But, give it a chance...listen to it like 3 or 4 times through because you will change your mind and come to love it. It is like the beach boys mixed with psychedelic awesomeness mixed in and all sorts of other vibes from other obscure genres. I've sorta come to classify this kind of music as Acid Indie (AKA MGMT, Animal Collective, Passion Pit.) Be warned though, this album has absolutely no song like "Time To Pretend" or "Kids" that will immediately get you caught up in its catchy synths. Instead there are songs like "Flash Delerium" and "It's Working" that has beach boy choruses that are actually pretty catchy.

"Flash Delirium" shifts from this beach boy vibe to a classic mgmt vibe, then back to a beach boy vibe and finally culminates to a Grease vibe. It is the most musically interesting song I have heard all year.

"It's Working" is obviously about MGMT tripping on what ever stuff they take, but the musical build up in this song is awesome. There is a point where they add in organ which sounds awesome. Then you once again get a surfing vibe at its culmination.

"Song For Dan Treacy" Is also one of my favorites. It doesn't really have the beach boys vibe. It almost has a tidge of Arctic Monkey vibes at the beginning. Ultimately you really get a unique MGMT psychedelic vibe.

Really I think if you have listened to MGMT's first album and you liked the later half of the album after "Kids" that was more psychedelic like "Future Reflections" and "Of Moons, Birds & Monsters, you will have an easier time liking this album.

The new album is really a new musical treat to me, and I love it. I plan on buying it once it comes out as a true fan of MGMT and music in general. Music is really tricky. Sometimes a song can immediately catch you, but other times it takes time for the listener to comprehend contents of a song. I find that songs which take time to decipher are really much more rewarding to the listener and stick with you longer once comprehended. MGMT's sophmore album is full of these type of songs that with time you will realize that this is gonna place as one of the best albums of the year to everyone who truly appreciates music as a whole.

SHMU will be buying this album.

VERDICT? APPROVED

FINAL THOUGHTS: This album is a good sign to the quality of musicians nowadays. To SHMU, 2010 has been the year of artist reinventing themselves. Vampire Weekend, Gorrilaz, and MGMT have all really broken off from their past sounds and moved into new areas that have really made SHMU respect these artists a lot more. Vampire Weekend was impressive because i thought they were a one trick pony. Gorrilaz was awesome because have presented me with the most meaningful and catchy enviromental statement of the year. MGMT, which I guessed would head in a new direction and not be a mainstream sell out, went in an entirely new direction which i would never of guessed they would take.

RIO OLYIMPIC BUILDING IS GONNA BE CRAZY

Solar panels create power for day, while a pumped water storage system provides power by night. On top of that it's a giant man made waterfall that looks surreal.

via Inhabitat

VERDICT? FUCKING REDICULOUS, BUT ECO AWESOME!

An IPhone game that everyone should get when it drops.

I think these videos for the game Swords & Sworcery EP should give you a sense of its beautiful visuals and music. I don't really get the combat, but I'm sure it will be awesome.

Exploration

S:S&S EP: "sworcery" @ GDC 2010 from Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery on Vimeo.

Combat:

"sword" S:S&S EP @ GDC 2010 from Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery on Vimeo.

VERDICT? I think this is gonnna be the best made game on the IPhone once it is out. I'll keep you posted when it drops

The Craziest Insturment I have ever seen

If only I had this as kid, i would of grown up as a producer.


VERDICT? THE MUSIC HE MAKES ISN"T GOOD, BUT ITS THE DEVICE IM IMPRESSED WITH.

Dock Ellis. No hitter on Acid

VERDICT? LOL. HOW THE HELL DID HE DO THIS?

Good Song: Symphonies - Dan Black ft. Kid Cudi

thanks Andrew Bundy

STARGARD

In honor of probably my most faithful viewer Margard and his success at tonight's basketball game I know of flash indie game that has the same name as his old nick name Stargard (actully the game is spelled Star Gaurd but we will let that slide.)



This is about Chris' life story battling an evil wizard. You can ask him about it. it's a true story.

It's a indie game and I have to say its really hard, but the checkpoints are reasonable and beating the final boss is very satisfying but really difficult. The art style is also very simple,cool, Atari inspired, and the text keeps you entertained.

You can download it for Mac or PC (ITS FOR FREE TOO...SO WHY NOT)


anyway here is the link.

HERE IT IS

VERDICT? GOOD LUCK U PREP B BALL TEAM!

Good Vibes From Windows Mobile 7

So the new windows mobile was announced today and its UI looks sexy. they have not unveiled all the features, but some include total Xbox Live integration. Look at these pictures it makes the IPhone UI look a little dated.
Check the Fresh Espresso Album Cover on the UI TOO!!!



via Engadget

VERDICT? GOOD MOVE MICROSOFT. STARTING FROM SCRATCH WITH THIS WINDOWS MOBILE IS REALLY GONNA PAY OFF. I'M LOOKING AT MY IPHONE RIGHT NOW AND ITS STARTING TO LOOK DATED AFTER LOOKING AT THIS. LETS SEE IF THE TECH IS GOOD THOUGH!

Daft Punk - Tron Legacy Theme

This has been out for awhile but this the first time I've have heard or seen the full version. Fucking epic shit

SHMU PLANET SAVING TACTICS: PART 2: GYMS HAVE TO GET NEW EQUIPMENT

These Gym exercise equipment produce energy when you use them. Why didn't we think of this before?

via Inhabitat

SHMU PLANET SAVING TACTICS: PART 1: CHANGE YOUR COMPUTER MOUSE

This mouse generates energy every time you click! Its wireless too and requires no batteries!

via Inhabitat

MGMT's New Album Release Date: April 13

Album Name: Congratulations

SHMU PREDICTION: I think with the success of Vampire Weekends new album topping the billboard charts opening and number of people who now listen to "Time To Pretend." I predict this album will push them to the top. I wouldn't be surprised if they topped the Billboards Also. This is one album I will actually buy (that is if the critics give it thumbs up.)

P.S. about Vampire Weekend: I know I was skeptical about Vampire Weekend's (VW) new album when I heard "Horchata" for the first time but time has changed my opinion. Once you get past the fact that VW has moved in a different direction that has almost alienated themselves from their old music, you are left with an awesome more electronic album that still has that VW flair. Congrats on your success. I think that this is the first example where an indie band has not "sold out" to hit it big on the charts. Infact its weird because the new album seems less accessible then the old.

VERDICT? GET YOU CALENDARS READY!

Ship Camo During WW1

Head of Allied Forces: So Guys...How are we gonna confuse the fuck outta these Germans with their annoying fucking U-Boats.

Intern: Confuse the fuck outta them with crazy geometric patterns. They won't know how to handle the situation.





what i said above was not true. A british artist/navel officer named Norman Wilkinson thought that painting geometric patterns on ships would confuse the U-boats as to where the allied ships were heading. I don't know what effect this had on the U-boats, but who cares when it looks so cool.

VERDICT? APPROVED, PLEASE SEND ALL US SHIPS TO BE PAINTED LIKE THESE SHIPS. AND I DON"T CARE IF IT MAKES THE SHIPS STAND OUT MORE.

via twistedsifter
there are more pictures there

Arch Pic Of The Day: besiktas fish market by GAD

by GAD

via Designboom

SHMU FOOD REVIEW: I finally went to Marination!

I have been dreaming of going to Marination for a long time and i finally got the chance to go with my friend.

Marination's food is a Korean/Hawaiian mix with a little bit of Mexican influence. Now this might sound really weird for most of you guys, but trust me, it comes together in the most delectable way possible. So I'm Gonna break down what I had:



Two Kalbi Beef Tacos: If you know me well enough, you know I love Korean BBQ. The taste of their marinated beef is delicious. It defiantly out does any sort of rub or BBQ sauce us Americans can cook up. Anyways this taco takes the Kalbi and puts it in a taco with special sause and a signature slaw on top.

Two Spicy Pork Tacos: This was also inspired by Korean BBQ, which also made it amazing. On this they had the same slaw but a different meat and a spicy sauce instead of a more savory one.



THOUGHTS:

I have to say every bite of these tacos was amazing. They took two of my favorite things, tacos and Korean BBQ and put it in one.


Out of all of the street vendors SHMU has eaten at so far Marination is defiantly the best tasting and the most unique (I still love Maximus Minimus...but it is closed right now). Unfortunately they are usually only open during lunch hours. This makes it hard to go to on the weekdays due to school and hard on the weekends if you sleep in.

So plan in advance to go to Marination on a Saturday, It will be well worth it. Take a friend too because they will be jealous as to how you discovered such a delectable thing.



VERDICT? GOD LIKE. PLAN ON GOING HERE. YOUR MISSING OUT ON SEATTLE'S GREATEST SECRET!!!!

OH SHIT NEW GORILLAZ!

yo i just found this on the inter webs. check it! good shit! and they are headlining Cochella too!!!! Get excited


VERDICT? APPROVED, CAN'T WAIT FOR MORE FROM THEIR NEW ALBUM

Reasons why to watch: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

1. It is free on Hulu
2. Clint Eastwood is a badass
3. The best western film ever
4. Classic Music Soundtrack
5. Some of the best characters I've ever seen in a movie
6. Excellent acting.
7. Coolest intro to character's ever (you'll see if you watch)
8. I don't think there is one pointless scene
9. Tuco is hella funny
10. did i mention Clint Eastwood is a badass

Anyways, every minute of this 3 hour movie is worth it. SO WATCH IT ALLREADY ON HULU CLICK HERE.

VERDICT? APPROVED. A COMPLETE CLASSIC. DEFIANTLY IN MY TOP 5 FAVORITE MOVIES!!!!!!

Here is a T-shirt I really want.

If you do not know who Animal Collective is, you should because they are hands down my favorite band right now. There is absolutely no other band that sounds like them. With their latest album Merriweather Post Pavilion recently becoming the Album of the Year on Pitchfork.com (the biggest online music website), it is about time the band makes a shirt based off the album cover. Just look at the album cover above...do you notice anything? That is right, it is an illusion. If you look at it the right way you can see the picture move like a wave. Now imagine that on a shirt...the whole upper part of your body is a moving wave!

Trippy and awesome. Now...how am i gonna get my hands on this...



I am guessing at their concert...please get another tour going animal collective. I saving money for your concert and your shirt!

VERDICT? WHERE TO COP?