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Yeah, it can be refreshing to see them do something that people aren't going to twist and distort to discern some grand meaning out of it. Gee, I can't imagine what next week's will be about... ...

I think so. Thanks. Switching to a compression-free image hosting site made a major difference as well.

Sorry if they're huge! I'm trying out a new format with these. Twice the size makes for twice the detail.

I'm pretty excited to post my list, but I'll hold off until AOTY 2014. It's less than a month away, after all.

Finally got a hold of some hi-res scans for Fiona Apple - Tidal. A few people asked me to do one, so a full artwork mockup should be up later today.

Both HUM side projects... National Skyline - S/T Glifted - S/T

Alright, man. It looks like he's pretty swamped, I'll give it another week or so.

Hey, are you still waiting on Exmilitary? I placed my order on the 5th, still nothing. I'm not sure this guy is actually in NY, PayPal says non-U.S., which would explain the delay. Anyone have experience with Ormolycka? I know he's been around a while, so everything's legit, but should I keep waiting or send him an e-mail?

Yeah, my shop is pretty small/low-key, so I'm kinda doubting I'll be able to get my hands on this. But, if everyone's fairly positive about a non-limited version to follow, I can probably wait it out. Thing is, I really want that stamped license plate... So, if anyone who picks this up doesn't give two shits about the plate, PM me and we'll make a deal.

The outrageous speculation game has already begun. I guess the date "7/20/15" appears one of the pill bottles.

Headline: BAND WHO TOOK PICTURE OF DRUMMER'S ERECT PENIS FOR ALBUM COVER SUDDENLY STOPS CARING ABOUT ARTWORK

Wow. Was not expecting that.

VC introduced me to these guys. Happy to see this hasn't fallen through.

Also, I cannot forget to mention DJ Shadow - Endtroducing..... When I was 16, coming from a musical background of mostly alternative and experimental rock, this record was the first hip-hop album I fell head-over-heels in love with.

Hey-hey! Was about to say this myself, too. Fantastic album.

Not sure if you'd know these guys or not, but I try to rec them whenever I can. I was in the same boat as you for a while. Lots of great stuff out there that changed my mind.

From Ormolycka? I'm still waiting. Doubt it'll be too much longer, it sounds like it's a one-man operation.

Whoops. Don't remember seeing that on page 2, my bad. To be fair, I was pretty certain it would be a picture of Ride's dick.

http://turntablelab.com/products/death-grips-government-plates-vinyl-lp-record-store-day Special mystery item is a replica "DEATH" California license plate. Limited to 900. I don't care about any other BFRSD release this year. I so, so, SO badly want this, and I am really worried I won't be able to get one in time at my store. Now I'm sad.

(Deflated) "Yeah, it's pretty big. I guess...."

Honestly... Steve from customer service talking to himself in an infinite feedback loop (or "vindaloop") had me on the floor, where I believe I accidentally inhaled some carpet fibers. Just sayin'.

Did the movie movie seem waaaay too loud where you saw it? I figured it was just the theater I was at, but I've read a few reviews where people said the film's sound was mastered crazy high.

Interstellar was amazing. Easily my favorite film this year, even beating out Gone Girl. The comparisons to 2001: A Space Odyssey are entirely reasonable. Go see it.