RIP Andrew Gold


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"My absolute favorite picture with Linda Ronstadt" from Andrew Gold's MySpace page

Besides a Gallifanikis beard, Andrew Gold had a career that has strong relevance to today’s entertainment world. His early death at 59 has me thinking about the man and his family, and of course, the business. Would a career like Andrew Gold’s […]

Hoover's Lakers are in the Playoffs


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Fresh off a triumphant weekend of mixing the Stagecoach music festival, our man Chris “Hoover” Rankin is making the most of his role in the LA Lakers‘ current NBA Playoff run. I know nothing about basketball, but that Hoover is the ultimate Lakers fan is one of the facts I hold onto. I’m not sure […]

Earbender's Sports Highlights of 2009


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Looking back at the previous year in sports, the Earbender Sports Personality of the Year is “awarded” annually to the young athlete (or a veteran in a new role) that overcomes social, political and competitive challenges. I look to various professional sports as a pastime but also as a lesson in teamwork and other […]

Banging with Mbenga and Chris "Hoover" Rankin


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Hoover, in Lakers jacket, prepares the stage for TheNewNo2 in Brooklyn

“Fan interactivity” could be described as the conversation that takes place after or even during the event. With sports, this is a critical part of the experience for most of us, and is a big reason people wear hats and jerseys – to […]

TheNewNo2 hits New York


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TheNewNo2 Live in Brooklyn

After years of anticipation, TheNewNo2 arrived in New York yesterday with a great show at Brooklyn’s Union Hall. What a great place for a debut, with a great crowd of local indie rock fans (i.e., under 30) who filled the room with enthusiasm for the band lead by Dhani Harrison. […]