Modern Life is Rubbish

“To be hopeful in bad times is not just foolishly romantic. It is based on the fact that human history is a history not only of cruelty, but also of compassion, sacrifice, courage and kindness… The future is an infinite succession of presents, and to live now as we think human beings should live, in defiance of all that is bad around us, is itself a marvelous victory.” ~ Howard Zinn.

Sunday, September 27, 2009

Stone Roses

A remastered version of all 14 official Beatles albums (yes, the original British versions and not the rearranged and remixed US versions, where they add in reverb effects or 'echo' as the Americans like to call it to their earlier songs and makes them sound awful), including the US album 'Magical Mystery Tour' and the two volumes of Past Masters compiled into one CD, has been released earlier this month. Reviews on the web said sound quality were excellent comparable to the original vinyl sound. By the time i knew about it, almost all their albums had been sold-out. All their later albums from 'Rubber Soul' to 'Let It Be' has been off the shelves. Why do i always get my news so late. Damn, have to wait for the re-print. And my favourite u2 album, 'The Unforgettable Fire' 20th anniversary remastered edition is due out next month. Damn.

Changes

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Went to my old workplace the other day. It has been nine years since i'd been there. It's a Saturday and almost all the offices were closed. Then i saw my old office. Looked the same. Use the toilet while there. Still the same. Even remember the old lady operating one of the lifts. Looked at her but she did not return my gaze. No, she did not recognized me.