Michael's Musings

Michael Shinafelt

From the looks of things it seems like Santa hit the nail on the proverbial head and is bringing me the perfect gift this Christmas: Peace Of Mind. "Yes" I really do need it after what has been quite a challenging year.

Wishing upon a star the jolly one does not let me down and bring me a lump of coal or something..Ho Ho Ho! 

Move over Elf on a Shelf, make way for Dolly on a Tamale!!!

I am too magical for your BS, the more you know...

The Bible said you're a bitch, that's all

Finally saw Tom Ford's A Single Man (better late then never) it was great and then some!

Kelli Giddish is back on the premiere episode of Law & Order: SVU! Why can't they just admit they made a mistake letting her go and bring her permanently back?!

I just told my cat there's no God, yeah, there's that

The two old guys in the balcony on The Muppets are why many of us grew up so sarcastic 

Our best self is a lifetime's quest...

Woman Crush of the Week - Dolly Parton for her amazing rock album, Rockstar!!!

That time you merely replied mentally and never sent a message

Don't ever apologize for loving the strange things that make your weird little heart happy

Current earworm - Tainted Love by Soft Cell

FYI there is no live action Lion King, it does not exist 

Help me find where my mind is, I lost it

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Hump Day & Chill

Kylie Jenner

"What Are We Talking About?" is a meme I spied online made from one of Kylie Jenner's photos for her current chat with Jennifer Lawrence in Interview Magazine. While I'm not quite sure why the meme was made we are going to Hump Day & Chill to it because I said so.

Here's the why: many times when we converse, especially in groups, conversation can, and usually gets lost in translation. Inevitably at some point someone is left wondering "What Are We Talking About?" 

So this is a Hump Day & Chill dedicated to those moments that we all have, and a reminder that it's OK to get lost in a piled on discussion amongst friends, family, whatever, etc...

The next time you are feeling confused don't be afraid to say it loud, say it proud and well simply, say it, say it!

Hump Day & Chill Minions and be sure to do it by uttering the phrase "What Are We Talking About?" at least once today, you know you will feel the need to.

Kylie on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/kyliejenner/?hl=en 

Just Because...

Barry Keoghan

Just Because he is giving off come to Daddy Vibes, here is Barry Keoghan from the current hot indie film Saltburn.

This sexy photo is also posted Just Because Barry does a hot dom dance at the end of Saltburn in his Birthday Suit to Murder On The Dance Floor by Sophie Ellis-Bextor. Trust me it's quite, shall we say impressive on many levels, a must see!!!

BTW You can thank me later...

Barry on IG - 

https://www.instagram.com/keoghan92/?hl=en   

Rest In Power: Sid Krofft

In Memory Of Sid Krofft

Sid Krofft April 9, 1937 - November 25, 2023 Rest In Power.

Like many of you out there Sid & Marty Krofft shows were an integral part of my childhood. 

I couldn't wait to watch them every Saturday Morning! While there were many such as Land Of The Lost, The Banana Splits etc... My personal favorite was H.R. Pufnstuf. 

Most likely because it happened on a magical island with a crazy witch, named Wilhelmina W. Witchiepoo. "Yes" I loved witches when I was growing up (still do for that matter) 

Whatever your favorite, Sid Krofft and his brother really impacted every child of a certain generation. Hey, I followed him on Instagram that's how much his shows meant to me!

His legacy will live forever.

Sid on Instagram -

https://www.instagram.com/sidkrofft/?hl=en

Tis The Season (I Guess)

The Bloc

With some reluctance I am going to kick off posting about Christmas today. After all since retailers have been shoving it down our throats since October...resistance is futile.

Last week I went to The Bloc shopping center DTLA (Downtown Los Angeles) which houses the Alamo Drafthouse theatres to see Saltburn (loved it!) 

Hence when exiting the film to the retail haven that awaits you beyond it's barrier I took this photo of the Holiday Vibe going on there.

This was two days prior to Thanksgiving that all the halls there were decked. While I think they do an amazing job at making the decor match the their particular groove there, I wished they could have waited until Thanksgiving was over for Santa's Sake!

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"Sh!t Happens"

All-New material from Art Barnes of World Famous Comedy Music duo Barnes & Barnes, creators of “Fish Heads” the #1 Most Requested song in history on the Dr. Demento Show!

 

& Barnes “Shit Happens” featuring: “Hip as a Bip,” “Guppy Stomp,” “Butter” and LOTS MORE GOOD SHIT… is available now on Vinyl, CD and Digitally, in stores and online from Demented Punk!

 

Be sure to check out the “Shit Happens” Animated Promo Video starring the voice talents of actor/musician Bill Mumy as album mascot “Joe Solid!” The animated spot, Produced and Directed by longtime Misfits & Ramones collaborator John Cafiero (of Osaka Popstar), brings to life the front, back and interior album artwork by underground comix artist Stephen Blickenstaff, best known for creating the cover art to the Cramps classic 1984 album “Bad Music for Bad People.”

 

The new release is dedicated with love to the memory of Robert “Artie Barnes” Haimer, (half of the ‘demented’ duo Barnes & Barnes), who passed away earlier this year.

 

“Shit Happens” is available on Ltd Ed Brown Vinyl with MP3 download card, or on CD in gatefold packaging as well as digitally. A Demented Punk Online Store Exclusive variant edition pressed on Brown Vinyl with Yellow Splatter, each personally autographed by Bill Mumy (aka Art Barnes) is also available, while supplies last.

For more information or to keep up with future releases, visit DementedPunk.com

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Post Thanksgiving Wisdom

Regan MacNeil

I've noticed I've been posting a lot memes containing social commentary of late. Well here is something that I'm sure we all practiced yesterday, it being Thanksgiving and all, and should continue to do so.

"Live, Laugh Love" starring the darling possessed version of Regan (Linda Blair) straight outta The Exorcist. 

Hey, demonic possession is in vogue with the recent sequel to The Exorcist hitting theaters recently in October.

Using her for this particular staple of uplifting sayings is quite inspired if you ask me.

Seriously who knows how to "Live, Laugh, Love" better than a centuries old demon.

The Exorcist on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Exorcist