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Professional radio lunatic, mc for hire, amateur import driver, hack guitarist, mild adventurer and somehow amongst all that, a dab hand in the kitchen. After 8 years of talking to cows, sheep and people in that order, I'm off to forge a career in writing

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Entertainment > Music (Other) What songs would you want played at your funeral: 8 of 47
Australian comedian Peter Moon said it best when asked 'What would you like played at your funeral?'. He simply replied 'Nude volleyball.' Personally I'd like a simple but memorable song played at my funeral that will leave my legions of fans and illegitimate children with golden memories of the man that, up until that high ... More..
Entertainment > Music (Other) What is your favorite bizarre lyric in a song?: 5 of 25
When it comes to bizarre, the Legendary Stardust Cowboy deserves a wing of the Bizarre hall of fame all to himself. Just one listen of his epic 'Paralyzed' and you too will be 'paralyzed' by the startling fact that this even made it out of a recording studio and into the realm of music. Maybe it's the bugle solo, maybe it's ... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale: 1 of 5
Strap me to the front of my car and drive me head first into a wall, I've done it again. I've watched another Uwe Boll film. Which if you've had the fortune to never cross paths with one, is equivalent to munching on a grenade sandwich without a pin and to make matters worse, the bread is stale. If you did have the misfortun... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Cars: 13 of 64
I'll admit this, I like the simple things in life. A cheeky glass of red wine, a roaring fire, an easy meal, cars that go fast - the simpler the better. Why oh why my fascination with all things automotive led to me purchasing a Mazda RX7 89 Turbo (otherwise known as 'That Japanese buzz saw') is still a cause of argument bet... More..
Autos > Car Reviews My worst car: 3 of 12
I'd like to say I'm joking when I reveal that the most horrid car I've ever had the misfortune of ever being behind the wheel of was dragged from a swamp. But sadly I'm not. The automotive afterthought that was this particular 1956 model Hillman Utility started life on a production line but then somehow spent most of it abso... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Step Up 2 the Streets: 1 of 4
The critic who would undoubtedly give a favorable review for this large chunk of Hollywood fluff would ideally be 14 years old, female and the possessor of a repertoire of more than two dance moves in total. This highlights three problems for me, namely being that I'm twice that age, male and don't break out into dance unles... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game reviews: Avernum 5: 1 of 4
Load up your bows, sharpen your swords, commit a few handy spells to memory and get ready to brave the underworld once again - your team of 4 intrepid adventurers are going to face one hell of a quest in Avernum 5. You might want to buy shares in a healing potion producer too, you'll need them... Your Empress has been attack... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Pretty Odd, by Panic at the Disco: 2 of 6
I pity the sledgehammer/ dumptruck/ nuclear weapon that tries to dent Panic at the Disco's enthusiasm, as it has a very tough task ahead of it. With a swag of infectious radio hits already under their belt from their first outing - 'A fever you can't sweat out', there was plenty more fun and good times predicted for the foll... More..
Autos > Buying Used Cars Tips to avoid getting taken for a ride when buying a used car: 1 of 3
A great looking used car is like a supermodel - sure it turns heads, but without any information on the background, you could have a completely volatile diva on your hands quicker than you can say 'but sure it looks great!'. And with some many makes, models and conditions of cars flooding the market every day - how do you av... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Video game reviews: Spartan -Total Warrior: 1 of 3
It's not a good day to be a nameless Spartan warrior is it? Your city is the last blip of defense on the Roman map and now it's completely surrounded by said Roman's hell bent on crushing you under heel. You're under trained, barely armored, completely outnumbered and to make it worse now you've got the god of war (Aries, no... More..