Michael's Musings

One Above And One Below
Michael Shinafelt

"And the sky was all violet

I want it again, but violent, more violent
Yeah, I'm the one with no soul
One above and one below

Might last a day, yeah
Mine is forever" - Hole, Violet

Robert Englund aka Freddy Krueger is getting his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame tomorrow. "Yes" he is getting it on Halloween!

What am I dressing up as for Halloween? The Sexy Devil, naturally. Refer to the image above.

Since it bears repeating I'll say it again: Unhappy people start drama for no reason

When your "Baby Daddy" is a bedbug, discuss...

FYI I identify as a horror movie, the more you know

Today is the best day to play pig games, oink!

Personally I've never met a dude that fantasized about having his own ballroom. He's basically Cinderella's fat, jealous, Bitch of a step-sister.

Saw Bugonia yesterday...amazing and completely unique!

Woman Crush of the Week - Speaking of Bugonia how could Emma Stone not be my "Woman Crush" this week after seeing her brilliant performance in it!

For those who tell me they don't like Halloween? Prepare to get wished into the corn field. IYKYK

Isn't it about that time of the year again where Jesus appears on someone's toast? Asking for a friend

Always remember, never forget: It is what it is, that's all

Writing this column and imbibing in lemon water, I'm so glamorous 😉

Time to put the finishing touches on my Halloween wardrobe

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Hump Day & Chill

Rocky & Janet

Friday is Halloween! Thus I thought we should Hump Day & Chill to something horror related. While The Rocky Horror Picture Show isn't considered a horror movie, it does lift many elements from said films.

Oh, and it contains the most fun element of all...it's highly sexual. Thus I'm leaving you with lyrics from one of my favorite songs from it with a still from the scene it goes with.

Touch-A-Touch-A-Touch-A-Touch Me...

"I thought theres no use getting, into heavy petting,

It only leads to trouble and, seat wetting,
Now all I want to know, is how to go,
I've tasted blood and I want more (more, more, more)
I'll put up no resistance, I want to stay the distance,
I've got an itch to scratch, I need assistance,

Toucha, toucha, toucha, touch me,
I wanna be dirty,
thrill me, chill me, fullfill me,
Creature of the night" Janet Weiss, The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Hump Day & Chill!

The Rocky Horror Picture Show on Wikipedia -

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

I Want Candy

Augustus Gloop
Taking A Chocolate Swim

Today is a quite delicious sort of day...what day is it? You ask. It's National Chocolate Day! 

Celebrate it by taking time out to indulge in something yummy of the chocolate kind. But don't get too self indulgent.

Remember what happened to Augustus Gloop when he got greedy on the banks of the chocolate river in Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory...

Enjoy, and don't Gloop it up!!!

National Chocolate Day on the WWW -

https://nationaltoday.com/national-chocolate-day/  

"Low Life Club"

MEGG
Photo: Sarah Rosin

South Bay–born, Nashville-based alternative/pop-punk artist MEGG has released her new EP Low Life Club.

Stream Low Life Club: https://ffm.to/lowlifeclub

Stream the “Clarity” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh1Mu26NJPQ

A collection of six raw and unapologetic tracks, cements MEGG’s status as one of pop-punk’s boldest new voices. Blending pop sensibility with punk-rock roots, she’s built a sound that’s rebellious, catchy, and deeply personal — a fearless soundtrack for tomboys, romantics, loudmouths, and misfits alike. Channeling Gwen Stefani’s swagger, Hayley Williams’ firepower, and Joan Jett’s grit, MEGG brings early-2000s energy into a modern, unapologetically self-defined era.

“‘Low Life Club’ feels like the unofficial soundtrack to the West Coast and is easily some of the best music I’ve ever put out,” she adds. “It’s multidimensional — the heaviness, the vulnerability, the riot, the vocal chops, the nostalgia, the party, and everything in between. It’s got a little something for everyone. I’m really proud of these songs and stoked to give them to my fans.”

A graduate of USC’s inaugural Popular Music Performance Program, MEGG has been tearing up stages across the country — from headlining hometown venues like Saint Rocke (Hermosa Beach) to packing The End (Nashville). She’s shared stages with KISS and The Used, opened at Musink, and recently performed at the 30th Anniversary Vans Warped Tour in Long Beach. She’s also sung the National Anthem for the LA Dodgers, LA Galaxy, and LA Sparks at Crypto.com Arena.

Following a string of singles in 2024 — including the bratty fan-favorite “IDC” (currently spinning on SiriusXM’s The Pop Off and 107.7 The Bone’s Bone Breakers) — MEGG continues to build momentum toward Low Life Club. Earlier tracks like “Get Over It” and “The End” gave fans a taste of what’s to come, showcasing her knack for combining anthemic hooks with raw emotion and unapologetic attitude. 

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Same Old Love

Bride of Frankenstein
Elsa Lanchester 

"Take away your things and go

You can't take back what you said, I know
I've heard it all before, at least a million times
I'm not one to forget, you know

I don't believe, I don't believe it
You left in peace, left me in pieces
Too hard to breathe, I'm on my knees
Right now, 'ow

I'm so sick of that same old love, that shit, it tears me up
I'm so sick of that same old love, my body's had enough
Oh, that same old love
Oh, that same old love" - Same Old Love, Selena Gomez 

Bride of Frankenstein is one of my favorite films. It was made in 1935 and stars Elsa Lanchester in the title role.

I watch it every year around Halloween and it's themes and story still ring true to contempoary times. 

Only 5 more days until Halloween...

Bride of Frankenstein on Wikipedia -

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

Indeed...

I'll just leave this as it is, right here, right now...

That's all.

Seize The Day!

Morality on Wikipedia -

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

Current Mood

With all the insanity happening in the world at present this meme of Stephen King's Carrie best sums up my Current Mood.

Life is a balance and while I do think one should pay attention to what's happening around them. I also believe there is much to be thankful for and one should keep yourself centered and calm.

My personal go-to activities are meditation and yoga. Also I tend to look at the smallest of things with a sense of appreciation and awe. Like nature for example.

TGIF! 

Bend it like Carrie White Minions!!!

Carrie on IMDb -

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074285/