Create a video for Laura Veirs
Here’s one for all you visually creative folk: ‘Make a video for any song from Laura Veirs’ new record other than Cast a Hook in Me and submit it by August 31st. Laura Veirs and Saltbreakers (her band) will vote on the winning clip which will then be posted on her website, her Myspace page and on You Tube. The winner will receive wide exposure for her/his vid, mad props, personal glory, and a care package including tickets to one of her fall gigs, signed vinyl and more’. Nice. [read an exclusive interview with Laura Veirs]
Listen to Ocean Night Song, off her new album Saltbreakers.
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I disagree, but the Tights are not pants manifesto is pretty funny. There’s some history and arguments on why tights shouldn’t be worn as pants, and a downloadable kit with printable flyers to spread the word. A commendable effort. Do you agree tights are not pants? I’m all for tights as pants, as long they’re, ahem, worn well.
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This Powder Necklace features a pearlized Turbo Cinereus shell with tiny holes drilled into the bottom, filled with a sparkling silver-colored powder that when gently tapped, sprinkles a light dusting on the wearer’s chest. Designed by Stephanie Simek. Read more
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