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CategoryMore Songs for College in Massachusetts
I enjoyed Gaby Dunn’s Thought Catalog post “Songs for College in Massachusetts,” and as an alumnus of Boston University (undergrad, ’93-‘9..
The Tangential Guide to Entertaining: Light vs. Heavy Appetizers
Invitations often refer to “light” or “heavy” appetizers. But what, exactly, does that mean? There’s no hard-and-fast rule, but here are a..
Passive-Aggressive Meals with Mom: The Most Authentic Family Cooking Show
Welcome to Passive-Aggressive Meals with Mom. You’re here on time, and that’s great. A lot of people think that food just puts itself ..
“American Pie”: The Lost Verses
The 19th century had begun
Great Britain was not having fun
They were in another war with France
They took sailors from our ships
..
Other Minor Fast Food Chains Announce Political Stances on Sex Things
-Burger King wants you to do masturbation your way
-Annie’s Pretzels takes a stance against the stereotype that flexible people are..
Etiquette Stipulations for Attending a Professional Choral Concert
1. Hand over the money. The River Glory Singers only accept cash, in exactly the amount due. If you don’t have exact change, the Singe..
What I’ve Learned About Music in Five Years on Last.fm
When I was a teenager, I listed all the tapes I owned and numbered all the tracks, from one to whatever thousand. I’d then roll a ten-side..
The Best Lyrics from the Best Magnetic Fields Songs
There was nowhere to run away to
When you were my baby
Everybody began to hate you
When you were my baby
(“When You Were My Baby,”..
Kelly Clarkson’s Ex Responds to “Stronger”
Hi Kelly—
Hope all’s well. I just want to say congratulations on being back in the top ten! I’m glad that our breakup gave you the ..
Who Wrote It: Pantera or Maya Angelou?
1. “Who might stop me/ My strength is in number/ And my soul is in every one.”
2. “It’s the fire of my eyes/ And the flash of my te..
Ten Reasons Why I’ll Never Be Able to Get Into R&B Slow Jams
• I’m too impatient. A good R&B slow jam is all about having patience and letting the magic wash over you. Probably they are best appr..
Why I’m Not Celebrating Record Store Day
I have nothing against record stores on principle. I’ve spent many happy hours in record stores—and many tedious ones as well, thanks ..