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Matt Sharp
 Matt Sharp $13.99 Yes, Matt's solo stuff is a lot different than Weezer and The Rentals. For more instant gratification, head for the Puckett's EP, which is probably a more satisfying first listen. Still, there's some amazing tracks on this album -- I'm especially fond of the opening track, as well as "Thoughts from a slow train." My fiancee really enjoyed "Just Like Movie Stars." Calling it "sunday morning music" is probably a bit too cliche; this is good stuff for when you want to relax away from the craziness. It's found its way through my speakers many times after the traffic jam finally clears and the sun is setting. It also provides an interesting transition into what The Rentals are doing currently. Some of the same elements are present in this album's presentation. Yes, the instrumentation is different (no Joey Santiago guest here!), but the same richness of sound is there.  Brooklyn Lobster $14.98 Buy or rent the movie! Anyone who lived in or grew-up the Sheepshead Bay/Gerritsen Beach area of Brooklyn will find this a genuine treat...and a good film, as well. A good story about real people, shot on location at the real Jorden's Lobster House on Knapp Street, in what is considered by many a 'rural' area of Brooklyn, it depicts the life of a family-owned several generations wholesale lobster business and the sorrow and pain of the encrouching real estate values escalation, with all its unfeeling consequences. A fine cast of professional actors, several of whom have Brooklyn in their blood, make the film tug at you in the right areas. The reality of the characters trying to untangle and preserve their own lives and and see their hands-on business move innto the future is well written, acted and directed. It was especially touching to me since my young nephew used to work there during his high school years. He was killed in World Trade Center Tradedy and the film was dedicated to his memory; although he was not part of the story. In truth, his own story is a glimpse of growing up in Brooklyn under tough circumstances, in a difficult family situation, and yet becoming an exceptional human being. It has all the qualities only a true story can present. Brooklyn has that way about it...unlike any place else in the world.  Grobet 57142 LR Slide Lock Tweezers with Sharp Points and Matt Finish $17.78 These select styles of high quality tweezers make handling diamonds easy. Made of quality stainless and blackened stainless steel. Overall length 6-1/4" (160 mm). |
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