" RealNetworks Inc. says it has created technology that allows songs purchased through its online music services to be played on Apple Computer Inc.'s popular iPod player, just a few months after complaining that Apple was rebuffing attempts to form an alliance...........................
the new system, called Harmony Technology, will let people securely transfer music bought using RealNetworks' music download services to an iPod or virtually any other portable music player.............................................................
"We are making it so that consumers can buy music once and play it anywhere," Glaser said."
But its still in Real Media's format. Im fuckin tired of all these companies fighting and crying over OUR FUCKING MUSIC!! Jesus i can play a CD purchased at the store anywhere and rip it into MP3's to play on.. oh my god an MP3 player.... if the RIAA and thers companies would quit being retarded and making this harder and more expensive than neccessary then they might start cutting into digital pirating.
Amid rising cutbacks and an agressive space exploration plan by President Bush NASA is refusing to pay a man $20 for parking and storage fees for its NEAR craft for the next century.
Well im heading out to Dallas to see my girl. My plane leaves from Kansas City Monday the 26th and Ill be ther till the 4th of August. Yes that right I will be there over my Birthday, August 1st. So if anyone knows of any Concerts or events goin on during that time tell me, or if you know of a good restaurant let me know. I cant wait to ride the mono-rail.
Our first shirt, a simple design promoting products made here in the USA is now on T-Shirt Countdown.com. Click the below image and go vote for this shirt. Thanks in advance for all your help.
So your writing poems or posting artwork on your blog. But your work is not protected by National and International treaties. To get this protection you need to register your work with the U.S. Copyright Office.
I would suggest sending the forms and material Overnight or at least First Class. Also ask them to notify when the mail is delievered.
Writing: Follow the step by step instructions. This works to copyright books, manuscripts online work and poetry.
Visual Art: This protects your photographs, paintings, sculptures, digital images, etc... Again the Library of Congress has step by step instructions for you to follow.
i just found out my friend john died. tire blew out on his jeep on wednesday. I missed the memorial service last night and i cant make the funeral casue ill be at work tommarow. man this is shit....
Thats right im a digital pirate. I buy what I really like and download the rest of the crap. I burn cd's for my friends and call it 'personal use' but whatever happened to fair use rights? My mom used to rent an extra VCR so she could back up the VHS Disney movies she had already bought, since you never no when the VCR will fuck up and eat your tape. But that was her right under fair use. Occasionally she would let my cousins or her sisters borrow the tapes, or even 'back up' a copy for them. But she never sold them, never made money, just saved not having to buy another one when the origional fucks up.
Well I decided since im making more money now that its time to give back a little. So I hit the net and downloaded iTunes. I bought my first song and was stoked to toss it into my daily play list.... Oops, no Winamp doesnt recognize the file. WTF!!! hmmm so i get to looking and sure enough it is not an MP3 file, its a different file type called AAC (Advanced Audio Compression). So I head over to Google and figure Ill find a quick fix for this little problem.
[3 hours later] OMG the only help I got was a program that only works with Macintosh, and from what I understand the music looses a lot of quality when converted through this program. So even if I owned a Macintosh I wouldnt use it. Then a ray of light comes down from heaven and strikes my little brain. I go back into the iTunes program and right click on my new lil song. Sure enough the word 'convert' shows up.... I got as giddy as a Roman Catholic Missionary in Africa and started to convert the file to MP3 format, when suddenly...... [BEEP!] an error message popped up. "This file cannot be converted due to copy-protection". You gotta be shitting me. I paid for this god danged file why cant it convert.
[an hour later] Yet again I had another brain storm. I grabbed one of my crappy CD-R's and slapped it into my drive bay. Burnt that one itty bitty song onto it. After the burning completed I opened a program called CD EX. Selected the file and ripped her into an MP3.
That is the only way to get my music, that i paid for. Into a portable universal format that I can use. Now I dont know about you guys but isnt it a lot less work to just download the song via Shareaza or Limewire, and then toss it onto you MP3 player or into your playlist. Here are my time comparrisons.
on Aug 9th 2001 I was convicted of being a menace to public society, reckless driving, endangerment, driving while revoked, exhibition of speed, and street racing. I lost my license for three years and was sentenced to 62 days in jail and 400 hours of community service, and a hefty fine.
It is near a month till the three years is up. I have fought the decision of the court the entire time, but to no avail. All though the fine was lessened and a bunch of charges dropped. I am now faced with a decision I havent had to make in a long time.... what to drive?
I own a 1994 Saturn SL2 (slightly wrecked) which i love driving, but ive been thinking about getting something else. How about a motorcycle? a big sports car e.g. Camaro? a truck? a crap car that gets real good gas milage e.g. Geo Metro?
August 9th is nearing and I still havent finished work on the Saturn, so i might go with something cheap till I get my satty ready.
It has come to my attention that some people think that the Great State of Kansas is nothing but fields of wheat and pasture land, unfit for people to live. Well Kansas is a wild state filled with rich history that you coastal dwellers wish you had. I've heard this crap my whole life, but Ill sum it up for ya'll.
[b]We have no Gold, baby:[/b] Indians in the kansas region saw their first europeans in the early 1500's. When the Viceroy of New Spain sent Coronado out to find the seven cities of Cibola. And where did they assume the cities to be? Most of them were thought to be in the Kansas area.
When Coronado reached the end of his journey, he wrote the following description of the region to the viceroy of Mexico Don Antonio de Mendoza: "The province of Quivera is 950 leagues (3,230 miles) from Mexico. The place where I have reached is the 40 degree of latitude. The earth is the very best possible for all the kinds of productions of Spain, for while it is very strong and black, it is well watered by brooks, springs and rivers. I found prunes like those of Spain, some of which were black, also some excellent grapes and mulberries".
Cibola was not found however. And when Coronado reached the Mississippi he left a cross that read "Thus far came Francisco de Coronado, General of the Expedition", turned his steps again to the south and west."
[b]It's my land bitches:[/b] In 1853 Congress decided to make yet another greedy land grab in pursuit to "Manifest Destiny". It was called the Organic Act. Organizing the territories of Nebraska and Kansas. At that time there was less than 1400 white inhabitants in the area of Kansas.
At this time kansas was a prison of sorts. The indians misplaced in the east were moved out here to what was thought as "undesirable and arid" land, we call them 'reservations'. These tribes would once again be misplaced. Also at this time the slavery issue was heating up, and the residents of Missouri had been organizing to take over the Kansas area in the name of slavery for quite some time.
As you can guess this inflamed the missionaries who had been granted access to kansas and were preaching to the indians. Tensions lead to the eventual burning of Lawrence KS and an inter-state war, known as "THE WAKARUSA WAR", broke out.
[b]Gun Slingin Madness:[/b] Settlers kept coming to kansas in search of a new life, the promise of land, and maybe a few still hoping for Cibola. But Kansas was far from 'setteled' With the opening of the Frontier the rugged cowboy began to emerge. Kansas cities suddenly became the most Notorious in the nation. Abilene, Wichita, and Dodge City were the worst. Gun slingers, bank robbers, and the wild drunken cowboy life all came together in one violent bloody era. Such notorious names as Billy the Kid, Jesse James Gang, and the Dalton gang ran rampent throughout the state. And Law men such as Bat Masterson and Wyatt Erp tried to keep the order.
[b]We are the bravest:[/b] D-day, American forces lead by a man from Abilene KS named Dwight D Eisenhower (he was born in TX) stormed the beaches of Normandy and began to free France and indeed all of Europe from Hitlers evil grasp. He became Presiden when he returned.
[b]We ROCK:[/b] Ever hear of the band Kansas? how about Melissa Ethridge? How bout PUDDLE OF MUDD? all from the Land of Kansas. Also tons of Country and Rock back up musicians are from Kansas. For instance most of Garth Brooks band 'stillwater', named after an oklahoma town, are from the Wichita KS area.
[b]We ARE Patriots:[/b] When war breaks out men and women all over Kansas flock to volunteer. We founded veterans day, We invented the B2-Stealth Bomber. Everyother house has a Flag flying all year long, not just on the 4th.
[b]mmmmm Pizza:[/b] Two of the nations largest pizza chains got their roots here in KS. Both Pizza Hut and Papa Johns started in Wichita KS. So the next time your eating at one of those places just remember your suckin down a slice of Kansas.
[b]B-Ball, its in the Game:[/b] Dr. James Naismith, inventor of baketball started the first college basketball program at Kansas University (KU)
[b]We are Equals:[/b] Our capital is home to the decision Brown vs. Topeka Board of Education. That court case set the precedent to eliminate segregation in our society.
Now there are whites, asians, blacks, handicapped, and yes even mexicans living side by side. While I have different thoughts on immigration we are still equal and trying to achieve the same things.
No im not going into the Wizard of OZ bs. No I dont know Dorothy and no Toto isnt my dogs name. I hope this helps those of you who think Kansas is just a barren wasteland of crops and cow crap. You know who you are.
Tee shirts fuckin rock. They show the indiviuality while seperating the ass kickers from the shit kickers and the prep ass fuckers. Now that you know this why arnt you wearing one? Proably cause the ones at the Buckle or JC Penny suck my balls. Ha Ha you cant see me..... fuckin retarded shirt. Now get a shirt that owns hardcore. Here is a list of the most kick ass tee shirt sites on the net. If you think i missed one well fuck you.
I am also an actor, well at least I used to be. I stopped after I was arrested during a rehearsal three years ago. Dont ask why. Just know that I was a baaaaaaaaad boy, and no I didnt rape sheep (or goats). I dont want to be a stage actor anymore though, all that projecting makes my stomach churn. Id rather get into movies. Anyway here is my old portfolio pic, its from 1999 when I lived in Wichita KS. Link is too the left but I know your lazy so here it is: [url=http://www.webtalent.com/cowb...] Old Acting Portfolio [/url]
I have sent an audition tape to Hippo Films for the upcoming film "Gin and Tonic" the movie. So please visit my old portfolio and leave a message. And if you'd like go to this site: [url=www.ginandtonicthemovie.com/contactus.html] Gin and Tonic the Movie [/url]and send them a message telling them to hire me. Thanks all.
Here are the pics of the guys I take care of. I cannot tell you their names, address, or anything about them. Please do not ask. It is a violation of their privacy and since the do not have the mental ability to understand they cannot consent to such action. But enjoy the pics. Instead Ill give ya nicknames
Cake:
Chopper:
Scary:
Dinnertime:
Thats my boys. I love these guys. If you ever hear me say that I protect the innocent, these are the most innocent in the world. And only in this country can their rights be realized.
Happy 4th of July everyone! Well at least to all Americans, and illegals... but they cant read this anywys.
I hope everyone is having a wonderful 4th of July. And tonight while your watching the fireworks display or are lighting off your own. Remember this one thing. You are FREE. Free from tyranny, Free from oppression, and free to be who your are. It is this Freedom that makes our nation one of a kind.
If you see a patriot, a soldier, or a veteran show them your appreciation. Tell them how much they mean to you.
Now check out these t-shirts I designed, and show off that good ol American Pride.
It's that time of year again. When idiots abound with explosives. What a great way to celebrate our kicking the shit out of the lobsterbacks. Just get drunk and light explosives. Well since I dont wanna hear anyone crying about blowing their fingers off this year Im writing this. I know its the 2nd and some fucktards have already blown out their eyes and the tips of their thumbs, but better late than never. So idiots of the nation listen up!
[b]Kids + Drunk Uncle + M80's = 1 cat with a hurting ass [/b]
The dumbest thing any neanderthalic male that just wants to prove he can infilict pain on innocent creatures can do is to put firecrackers in a cats ass and light them. But every year some poor pussy has its ass blown to shit, and most the time they need to be put down. That means they kill them, give them a helping hand off this mortal coil, put them out of their misery. But why does this happen so often? It easy dad and mom are busy making out or watching the hotties in swimsuits respectivly and send little Joey off with Uncle dumbass. Uncle Dumbass, who is trying to get some action off of girl that are way out of his league, starts drinking to make him self look sexy :roll: right..... Oops hes now drunk, and the cat is the last fucking straw. So he tells little Joey to catch that damn cat. Ok now Joey get an M80 and I'll hold the cat....there ya go Joey stick in his ass nice and good. Ok no get ready to light it.... MEOW!! hahahahah did u see that?? And there u have it an innocent pussy molested by a drunkin uncle and his nephew. So Cat lovers, quit your bitchin and keep the pussy in the house, otherwise shut up casue I warned you.
[b] Famous Last Words - Hey look at that short fuse [/b]
Ok last year there was a guy who I happen to know that decided to light off a short fuse Class B artillery shell. Now for those of you that done know Class B is the show worthy stuff. You have to go through a class, take a test, and even apply for license to use these.... no he had no such thing. There are three classes of fireworks, they are:
Class C - The shit you buy at the tent, not to destructive, just takes of fingers and chunks of skin.
Class B - For Proffessional use only, used at rock shows like the one in RI with the Great White, remember what happened there? yea.... and they had no license, fuckin retards. Takes off hands, arms, burns down buildings.
Class A - Military Grade baby, can you say Bomb Iraq? Class A is any pyrotechnic designed to destroy something. Could be implosives for buidling take down or a missle for air plane take down. Now this doesnt include just shells. These are the boom boom's not like bullets and crap.
Well unfortunately guy here didnt seem to understand what he was dealin with. and after lighting the fuse the mortar flew up and caught his hand. Here's a pic:
talk about an owie.
[b] Avoid being stupid, stupid..... [/b]
Its commonsense, fireworks go bang. That means they can hurt. They burn which means they hurt. How much common sense does it take to fuck this up? Ok here's my tips to keep you idiots safe on sunday.
1. Dont smoke or grill near your stash of fireworks. 2. Dont EVER! put your hand over a mortar tube. 3. Dont have a class b license? THEN DONT use them. 4. Light, Run, Duck, Watch - 4 easy steps to not get burned. 5. Gettin drunk? then dont light that pack of black cats in your hand, and for gods sack dont throw them at a COP if you do. 6. Remember how many shots the Roman Candle has, and dont look down the tube to see what going on 7. Keep a bucket of ice nearby, Its gonna be hot across most the nation and you dont want that beer getting warm. 8. Secure the mortar, and dont face it towards your trailer. The salesman was lying when he said it was fireproof, trust me I know. 9. No its not funny that you can balance one of those parachute launchers on your nose, while its being lit. 10. Shes 12, and her dad is a po po. 11. Sure Kerocene looks like water, but it does a bad job of putting out the fire that lil Joey's tank started in the yard. 12. lil Joey is your son, so the sooner he loses a finge the more he'll look like his dad, besides chicks find it sexy. And he may not be of age, but dont ruin the holiday yelling at him for stealing beer, just get him a 12 pack of 'Fat Cat' that'll keep the lil shit out of your beer for a while. 13. Duct taping black cats to those noisey ass kids down the street and lighting them off isnt look at as a way to discipline them, and they wont shut up they'll just get louder. Just put the duct tape on their mouths and threaten them with the fireworks. 14. NEVER buy a 'mystery' bag with on big fuse coming out of it. 15. Just stay inside you retards, even if you follow all these tips your just gonna end up one finger down.
[b]dragonDBG.jpg - sent in by 'dumblondgirl'[/b] [b]dumblonde girl has 7 days to accept the prize or it defaults to the runner up, Islandartist.[/b]
**Color Commentary** Krazed being the comment-o-holic she is racked up [b]28[/b] votes before the contest even began. She tossed all those votes down in one lump on dragonDBG.jpg.
This set the bar high for all the other headers. Then came Islandartist with her relentless pursuit of victory. She snagged every vote possible, but it was the amount of votes that her admirers had that would be the downfall. Slowly IslandArtistVersion2.jpg out paced raindropechoheader.jpg in the polls and began to creep up on dragonDBG.jpg.
Then confusion struck, I guess some tbloggers didnt 'understand' how the voting worked. Well guys n gals if Krazed got it on the first try then maybe ya'll should do us a big favor. Go buy yourself a bike helmet from Wal-Mart. This will let us see you coming and keep you from cracking that 3rd grade understanding level wide open.
Finally some of the chaos got sorted out, and what was happening? IslandArtistVersion2.jpg was still gaining on the leader. Krazed wasnt the only one voting for dragonDBG.jpg, other newcomers and wayfarers stopped in and tossed their one or two votes down, keeping the lead just out of Islandartsit grasp. By this point both headers had left Krazed, raindropecho, and midnightstar's submission in the dust.
Then as if divinely ordained ScarlettGKPi floated down from the heavens with a gift of 5 votes for IslandArtistVersion2.jpg launching her to within 8 votes of the lead.
Picking up steam IslandArtistVersion2.jpg seemed unstoppable garnering 4 more votes from rinna and six other votes bringing her header into a tie with the leader dragonDBG.jpg.
From this point on it was neck and neck, would IslandArtistVersion2.jpg win? or would the early favorite propped up by Krazedone's 28 votes continue an impressive march to victory? Everytime a vote was cast dragonDBG.jpg IslandArtistVersion2.jpg quickly matched it and continued the tie, but alas the voting deadline was nearing, the voting was losing steam, still tied the next vote cast would decide who would take the prize. Who would take home the 500 tBucks!!! comments, and guaranteed featured blogs vote. As well as the esteem of being my new header and having the pride of being perched atop my page. The last vote came... tossed down by a newcomer, 'candymandi45', as if in slow motion she said "hey hey! I vote for the second header!". Declaring the winner to be dragonDBG.jpg.
It was a hard fought contest and while IslandArtistVersion2.jpg was clearly the crowd favorite, dragonDBG rode Krazedone's enormous support all the way to victory lane. Thanks everyone for participating and voting, it was a blast. This is DS5 signing off for Dragon Sports Network - DSN
