Heads Up, Gang!
As I write this, I am currently healing after the discovery of not one, but two kidney stones. I am currently scheduled to meet with a urologist on Monday morning for discussion of my available treatment options.
As I’d figure you’ve gathered by now, this will reduce the amount of updates in the near future, although there are many stories I’d love to discuss.
The moment I can, I will return to blogging normally. Until then, thank you for your understanding.
Talk to you soon!
TOMORROW NIGHT: Super Art Fight 6!
As I’ve grown a bit of a home here at Blast-O-Rama, I’ve realized that I far too rarely discuss my other main project at this time, Super Art Fight.
To get the major shill out of the way first, our next show, appropriately titled “Super Art Fight 6″ is tomorrow night, January 23rd, at the Ottobar in downtown Baltimore. Doors are at 8, show starts at 9, and tickets are just $10.
And honestly, this is the most excited I’ve ever been for one of these shows. I’ve had the honor and pleasure to be a part of these events from their genesis almost 2 years ago, and to not just be a major part of what occurs behind the scenes, but also to be one half of the commentary/hosting team (along side my brother from another mother, Ross Nover), is possibly the most fulfilling project I’ve ever worked on.
What makes this show really special for me, however? It’s probably the best mix of talent and matchups we’ve ever had.
One of the many jobs I serve behind the scenes is that of the matchmaker for the cards. I’m the one who once we have a finalized list of talent, pairs talent together for the hopes of the best overall show. Sometimes we’ve had some pairings who clashed artistically, sometimes the winners a bit too obvious (someone wildly popular versus someone just getting their footing), but I think this card, is beyond the shadow of a doubt, one of the strongest we’ve ever had the pleasure to present.
And how do I know it’s going to be good? Honestly, for as much as I enjoy the excitement and stress of serving as one of our hosts, this card – more than any that came before it – I long to experience it as an audience member. I honestly cannot say for sure who will win any of them, and that, my friends, is exciting.
I’m not going to leave you with a hard sell. I’m just going to say this.
Tomorrow night, if you’re in the Baltimore area, and you are looking for something to do, head down to the Ottobar and check out Super Art Fight. We’re going to have some great artists on tap, probably the most interesting musical act we’ve ever booked in The Dirty Marmaduke Flute Squad, and no matter what happens during the show, I can pretty much guarantee that you’ll leave with a smile on your face.
See you all tomorrow night.
MY POOR WALLET: Batman Movie Replicas
Hard to believe, but this summer marked TWENTY YEARS since the release of Tim Burton’s Batman starring Michael Keaton as the Dark Knight.
As I was 5 then, the movie BLEW MY MIND, and ultimately probably made me who I am today. (Hear that, future ex-girlfriends, it’s Tim Burton’s fault!)
So, once I read that Toynami are making replicas of two of the most important “gadgets” from the film, Batman’s Cowl and trusty Grappling Hook.
These replicas are based on the Batman Returns cowl and hook, but they’re still awesome either way. No exact release date or price on these babies, but given that they’re limited to 500 pieces worldwide, I imagine it falls under the old rule of “if you have to ask, it’s too much.”
Either way, these are awesome. And leave my wallet crying.
Original Post: Batman Movie Replicas From Toynami – - ToyNewsI.com.
Posted: December 13th, 2009
at 10:21pm by Marty Day
Categories: my poor wallet, uncategorized
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Where Are The Updates?
Yeah, it’s Avatar’s fault.
I saw it last night, and I intend to review it in the moment. With a movie like that, you’d probably prefer it.
So, this evening has been spent writing my reaction.
Look for that post at 12:01am on Friday, December 18th. Regular posting resumes shortly. Dude needs to sleep and all.
I’m Up For A MOBBIE!
Local newspaper, The Baltimore Sun, is having a contest celebrating the best blogs in Baltimore.
The contest is called The Mobbies, and some way, some how, this lovely blog was suggested as a candidate for one of the best in the area.
I’m one of 6 candidates for the “Pop Culture” portion of the awards, and voting begins Today, September 28th, and ends at 5pm on Friday, October 9th. You can vote once a day, so if you could please click through and vote me up, well, I’d love you for it. Due to the timely (and important) nature of this vote, I’ll be sticking this post to the top of the site through October 9th.
All you have to do is click the image above to take you to where you need to go to vote.
As for you great new readers coming to Blast-O-Rama thanks to the Mobbies, thank you for coming here. Blast-O-Rama is my take on what I call “geek culture” (i.e., anything that makes you nerd out), and I hope you enjoy the read.
If you like this site, I highly recommend you check out my other big project, Super Art Fight. Super Art Fight is a live art competition, for which I serve as co-host and commentator, and we have a big show on October 9th at The Metro Gallery. If you dig what we do, join us on October 9th, won’t you?
Thank you for reading and voting, and I guess we’ll see how I do in the standings!
Site Admin Stuff: IE Ain’t Broke No’ Mo’!
Considering it looks like I’m up for The Mobbies (more on them when voting starts), I figured it was time I did some housekeeping on the site. Spruce it up a bit, fix the About page, make it look good for the new visitors.
Ergo, I fixed a long running issue on here.
Typically, you view the site on….oh, any web browser ever, and it would look like this:
However, when you would visit it on Internet Explorer (the web designer’s enemy), it’d get all screwy and look like this:
Well, now thanks to my good buddy, co-host, wingman, and all around swell cat, Ross Nover, that’s been fixed.
So no longer do you IE users get stuck with a ghetto Blast-O-Rama! Enjoy!
When It Rains…It Pours
You know, while the past week has been a blast for me, between hosting Super Art Fight 4 at the Ottobar, and working a table for Art Fight High School at Otakon this past weekend, I got a bit backlogged.
Luckily, I have a whole slue of stories for you, and with SDCC this weekend, expect more coming fast and furious.
What’s on tap?
-More images from IRON MAN 2!
-First look at the NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET Remake
-A Review of (500) DAYS OF SUMMER!
and so much more!
So…know in advance, you’re about to get hit with deluge of geek – RIGHT IN THE FACE!
QuickPost Makes Blast-O-Rama More Blast-Tastic!
You probably noticed a far, far heavier post count today. than what you’ve seen in the past.
You might be asking: “Why?”, or more likely, you don’t care, but hey, let’s presume you do.
It’s all Ross Nover’s fault. Or, more accurately, the fault of QuickPost, or as I’ve deemed it, the best WordPress plugin ever.
With it, I’m able to post almost instantaneously onto Blast-O-Rama, allowing me to share with almost shocking speed, whatever I’m nerding out about on the web.
As that was the main intent of this blog, it’s now better than ever.
If you think it’s a bit much…well, again, blame Ross.
Drop your thoughts on this, and well, any other story I post, in the comments.
Original Post: QuickPost Wordpress Plugin
I Am Back!
Sorry for the delay in upkeep, kids.
Since we last spoke, I got a new job, got accustomed to my new schedule, and hosted the greatest art extravaganza of all time.
In any case, I’ll finally be posting somewhat regularly again, and adding my snarky commentary on all things nerdy. You’ll rue the day you missed me.
Sorry For The Lack of Updates!
Sorry for not posting as much as usual as of late. I was laid off last Wednesday, so I’ve been busy with the job search.
However, I did see The Dark Knight last night.
No spoilers…you have NO idea what you are in store for. The Brothers Nolan knocked it out of the park. More details to come on DERAILED.
