JCLScottS
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Shout your AbortionShout your Abortion, Book
Book, 2018Book, 2018
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Added Apr 04, 2022
Added Oct 28, 2020
Wowee Zowee!Wowee Zowee!, Music CD
by Pavement (Musical group)Music CD, 2006Music CD, 2006
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Holds: 0 on 1 copy
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Added Oct 28, 2020
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Jacob! Jacob Javits! I'd like to thank you for everything, primarily your glass house.
From the Notebooks of Melanin SunFrom the Notebooks of Melanin Sun, Book
by Woodson, JacquelineBook, 1995Book, 1995
JCLScottS's rating:
Added Apr 18, 2018
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Powerful. Honest. Genuine. Moving. Relatable. Inspiring.
For SaleFor Sale, Music CDLive at Maxwell's 1986
by Replacements (Musical group)Music CD, 2017Music CD, 2017
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Added Apr 13, 2018
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Honestly, there's no good reason for you to be reading this instead of listening to this blistering collection with the volume cranked.
The Green BicycleThe Green Bicycle, Book
by Al-Mansour, HaifaaBook, 2015Book, 2015
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Added Apr 04, 2018
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In a circumstance of inversion, this novel is based on the movie titled Wadjda. It serves as an excellent source for character development and includes some moments that had to be cut from the wonderful movie.
WadjdaWadjda, DVD
DVD — ArabicDVD. Language: Arabic
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Added Apr 04, 2018
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Wadjda is such a wonderful character, the embodiment of dedication, focus, and determination. Such a moving and inspiring film!
Strange FruitStrange Fruit, BookBillie Holiday and the Power of A Protest Song
by Golio, GaryBook, 2017Book, 2017
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Added Mar 23, 2018
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Magnificent and moving tribute to a haunting song, tortured artist, and the resulting art born out of anger, frustration, and violence. Beautifully illustrated, featuring insightful information, and a timely message, it is a wonderful teaching tool for those looking for the genesis of America's political conscience expressed through pop music.Magnificent and moving tribute to a haunting song, tortured artist, and the resulting art born out of anger, frustration, and violence. Beautifully illustrated, featuring insightful information, and a timely message, it is a wonderful teaching tool…
Esperanza RisingEsperanza Rising, Book
by Ryan, Pam MuñozBook, 2000Book, 2000
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Added Mar 23, 2018
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Functioning as modern American fairy tale, Esperanza is tasked with rectifying her father's untimely death, her mother's sickness, and the complicated politics of labor relations in Depression-era California. An inspiring and surprisingly dense work of art.Functioning as modern American fairy tale, Esperanza is tasked with rectifying her father's untimely death, her mother's sickness, and the complicated politics of labor relations in Depression-era California. An inspiring and surprisingly dense work…
Bud, Not BuddyBud, Not Buddy, Audiobook CD
by Curtis, Christopher PaulAudiobook CD, 2000Audiobook CD, 2000
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Added Mar 22, 2018
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Added Mar 21, 2018
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Incredibly touching, highlighted by humor and moving family situations. Also deftly discusses sickness, death, and racism in very poignant and accessible ways.
JCLScottS's rating:
Added Mar 21, 2018
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A heartwarming, epic adventure that tells an oft-forgotten yet important part of America's immigrant history. Also displays an excellent balance of humor, childlike wonder, and relevant morality.
Machine GunMachine Gun, Music CDJimi Hendrix The Fillmore East First Show 12/31/1969
by Hendrix, JimiMusic CD, 2016Music CD, 2016
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Added Jun 30, 2017
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Added Jun 15, 2017
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Like a box full of letters from an ex-lover, these performances both wonderfully nourish yet haunt with a nostalgic ache. I hunt for other versions of "What Will You Say," a personal favorite. This collection features one as well as the requisite, well-tread "Hallelu-yawn."Like a box full of letters from an ex-lover, these performances both wonderfully nourish yet haunt with a nostalgic ache. I hunt for other versions of "What Will You Say," a personal favorite. This collection features one as well as the requisite,…
Sketches for My Sweetheart the DrunkSketches for My Sweetheart the Drunk, Book
by Buckley, JeffBook, 1998Book, 1998
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Added Jun 15, 2017
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It's a sad listen, for multiple reasons: unrealized promise, tragic death, loss of a potential legacy artist's career. Still, the songs are startling and immediate and the performances are lighthearted yet driving. Not as dramatic as Grace, yet more enjoyable due to its maturity.It's a sad listen, for multiple reasons: unrealized promise, tragic death, loss of a potential legacy artist's career. Still, the songs are startling and immediate and the performances are lighthearted yet driving. Not as dramatic as Grace, yet more…
Silver Screen FiendSilver Screen Fiend, Audiobook CDLearning About Life From An Addiction to Film
by Oswalt, PattonAudiobook CD, 2015Audiobook CD, 2015
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Added Jun 01, 2017
Anatomy of A SongAnatomy of A Song, Audiobook CDThe Oral History of 45 Iconic Hits That Changed Rock, R & B and Pop
by Myers, MarcAudiobook CD, 2016Audiobook CD, 2016
Added Apr 25, 2017
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While filled with good stories, history, and trivia (especially the first 3 or 4 of discs), it can be frustrating not to have the actual song as an example. Have your phone or tablet handy to pull up and stream the songs to enhance the experience of the book.While filled with good stories, history, and trivia (especially the first 3 or 4 of discs), it can be frustrating not to have the actual song as an example. Have your phone or tablet handy to pull up and stream the songs to enhance the experience of…
Velvet Underground Live 1969, Volume 1Velvet Underground Live 1969, Volume 1, Music CD
by Velvet Underground (Musical group)Music CD, 1988Music CD, 1988
JCLScottS's rating:
Added Apr 19, 2017
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This version of New Age is far superior to the Loaded or live at Max's Kansas City version and I'll aggressively thumb wrestle anyone into submission who disagrees. There are, of course, other requisite Velvets jams that are well-performed. But this one is my personal favorite.This version of New Age is far superior to the Loaded or live at Max's Kansas City version and I'll aggressively thumb wrestle anyone into submission who disagrees. There are, of course, other requisite Velvets jams that are well-performed. But this…
Velvet Underground Live 1969, Volume 2Velvet Underground Live 1969, Volume 2, Music CD
by Velvet Underground (Musical group)Music CD, 1988Music CD, 1988
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Added Apr 19, 2017
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I wish that I'd sail the darkened seas On a great big clipper ship Going from this land here to that In a sailor's suit and cap Away from the big city Where a man can not be free Of all of the evils of this town And of himself, and those around Oh, and I guess that I just don't knowI wish that I'd sail the darkened seas On a great big clipper ship Going from this land here to that In a sailor's suit and cap Away from the big city Where a man can not be free Of all of the evils of this town And of himself, and those around Oh,…
Performing This Week, Live at Ronnie Scott'sPerforming This Week, Live at Ronnie Scott's, Music CD
by Beck, JeffMusic CD, 2008Music CD, 2008
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Added Apr 18, 2017
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The talent alone on this one makes it necessary. I lose interest 2/3rds through, tho that just may be my desire to hear some vocals. Nadia, Angels, Behind the Veil and Big Block are personal faves. Repeated listening consistently reveals rewards of the band's wicked musicianship.The talent alone on this one makes it necessary. I lose interest 2/3rds through, tho that just may be my desire to hear some vocals. Nadia, Angels, Behind the Veil and Big Block are personal faves. Repeated listening consistently reveals rewards of…
Just Enough Hip to Be WomanJust Enough Hip to Be Woman, Music CD
by Broncho (Musical group)Music CD, 2014Music CD, 2014
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Added Apr 18, 2017
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I sometimes get envious of bands who get away with writing super groovy, doo-woppy tunes. Broncho strike that balance of effort without effort, doing without doing, looking back while not stuck in the past. So zen, so infectious. See em live at all cost. Eww bay-beh!!!I sometimes get envious of bands who get away with writing super groovy, doo-woppy tunes. Broncho strike that balance of effort without effort, doing without doing, looking back while not stuck in the past. So zen, so infectious. See em live at all…
JCLScottS's rating:
Added Apr 18, 2017
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Not as cogent as Visions, but still pretty rad. Flesh Without Blood and Kill V Maim rule with an iron fist. But the real gem (and my personal fave) is the REAiTi demo. It's the dope ish.
JCLScottS's rating:
Added Apr 18, 2017
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A near perfect album (Big Time annoys me) that is so much more than just an 80s throwback. The second side alone showcases PGs experimental side while still producing elegiac moments of genuine introspection.
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Added Apr 18, 2017
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Added Apr 18, 2017
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A perfect Venn Diagram where songwriting and weird meet. Driving New Wave groovers, offbeat jazz horns, and quintessential sad boy laments all mix and mingle seamlessly in one of the best singles collections ever.
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