Joey Midwaye The Roosta

There is No Such Thing As God

2006-09-27T16:31:00.000-05:00

This blog is back muthafuckah. Just arrivin' back from the layer of the vast unknown. I found out something useful to all, God doesn't exist! Now all of our problems are finally solved! Most of the things you've done wrong in the past are your own fault, not the fault of a divine will! Isn't that exciting? You also don't have to base your vote on the issue of abortion anymore! How wonderful! We can also go ahead and keep

It is possible that not all of you are convinced by my newly-formulated theory. Your wondering where my empirical evidence is. You're thinking my evidence is AWOL, like a weapon of mass destruction. I say suck my dick, here's my fucking evidence. View the link and find out for yourself and tell me if you still believe in God. And if you argue with the banana theory it probably means you got some shit stuck in your ass.

A Very Tight Poem

2005-11-28T13:38:00.000-06:00

It must be said that I enjoy these records. Currently "Beatles '65" is spinning on the ol' turntable. Its pretty much the U.S. version of "Beatles for Sale" and is not as good (they omit tracks on the U.S. version), but it is nevertheless still the Beatles and still vinyl. I finally set up a turntable in my tiny ass room, and now old fashioned vinyl sound encompasses all. My room may be tiny, but much power comes from it. My house now has three turntable systems, which is literally the description of an old vinyl-head's wet dream

I got this very tight poem I wrote. Note how literary I am while reading it. Powerful allusions are tough for the average man to comprehend, but not the average Roosta. Before I begin, let me just say that the poem is copyrighted as MINE, that is, on the date of October 2nd, 2005, I wrote it (maybe), and I am posting it on the date above.

The following poem is untitled, but if you want to give it a title, use the first line. Now enjoy this muthafuckah!

Passing one-footed through the fine-wooded trees,
T’was an old yellow park need be forever clean,
Leaves fell in rhythm of a cyclic ease,
A placed path traced past a naturalist’s scene,
Middle season commenced and arose a close breeze,
Nature’s face radiates grand warmth so keen,

Yet yellow turned to black, turned to grey threw white,
Adjustment of surge urged another side:
“Let’s challenge the Natural, Let’s put up a fight!”
And Man succeeded in accomplishing pride,
He castrated the terrain with dynamite!
Now the half-past dead of the end reside,

What once enclosed innocence emits irrelevance,
And chose to propose freeway in flight,
Lies in a flask of human dependence,
Thus fallen and darkened; forging all might.

Now lies no commons, only built residence,
Hence loud went thunder that upraised a fence,
Protruding a condo; erasing all confidence,
The Conceiver of this shelter has lacked common sense!

Minnesota Crime Wave: The Unedited Version

2005-11-19T12:26:00.000-06:00

I apologize for the boredom of the last post. I actually copied and pasted an essay I had to write covering the "Minnesota Crime Wave" event for my Creative Writing class. That doesn't sound very creative for a blog post, does it? For that reason I decided to make another version that my teacher wouldn't read; something uncensored. Writers can never express their true beauty when writing on someone else's standards. This time its my turn to show you the true beauty of my writing written on my OWN standards, instead of my TA's. So if the last post was the censored, "I'm gonna get a good grade" version, consider this the uncensored, "raw" version. I must warn you, the following could be very offensive to some:

Minnesota Crime Wave is the biggest pile of bullshit fuck in Minnesota. The fat bitch that was very Minnesotan (I can't remember her fucking name) was shitty. Fucking horseshit donkey piss; what a whore. All of the stories sucked dick. The novel Silence of the Loons is most likely the kind of bullshit pussy garbage that you expect. Fuck that shit. A bunch of corny shitballs. Fuck the literary movement. They can suck my dick.
All of the local literary followers are pussies. Those at the Loft Library Center (where this bullshit garbage took place) are a bunch of square dickheads. What a waste of my fucking time. Fuck that bullshit fucking asshole dumbass fuck. Fuck my Creative Writing class and fuck the whole fucking program. Fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck. All of those dickheads are pussy-eaters.
I remember when I first walked into the door of the Loft Center, and I saw a pig. Why was there a pig at the fucking Loft. Since when do fuckos' go to the Loft? Fuck the Loft, this class, and this essay.

I hope now you realize that this shorter, yet to-the-point essay would be what I would turn in to my TA if it wasn't for the bias tendencies of the U's Creative Writing program. They would label this as "trash" and dismiss it entirely. If they want to be bias and base a whole program on their own literary standards, then let the injustice continue.

Minnesota Crime Wave

2005-11-16T19:31:00.000-06:00

On Thursday, November 10th, I attended a touring of a new local mystery anthology consisting of contributions from thirteen Minnesota mystery authors. Entitled Silence of the Loons: Thirteen Tales of Mystery by Minnesota's Premier Crime Writers, this anthology was comprised of an idea to showcase the talent of local mystery writers by having each selected author contribute a short story. Silence of the Loons originated from an idea by members of the Minnesota Crime Wave, a local literary mystery movement. In the back of the book, eight clues linked to each story are given, and each author was to incorporate at least four of these clues in their own work. The idea was to link each story together with the clues yet rely on the authors to include them in their own original ways.
The presentation had all thirteen authors read a “teaser” section of their short contributions. In the vein of mystery writing, each author ended their presentations with a cliffhanger. This eventually did get irritating, yet respect for the writers couldn’t be denied; it seemed as if they were pulling off marketing scheme techniques soundly. Why would cliffhangers work? Is it because they are always and expected sacrament in the mystery genre? Possibly, but I see the cliffhangers as authentic, traditional marketing schemes in the name of literature. Regardless of achieving my respect, there were still moments when the cliffhanger approach seemed too ambiguous for the audience.
For instance, when writer Lorie Lake went to present some of her text taken form
her inclusion, “Take Me Out”, she failed to give the audience an idea about what her
story was actually about. Lake may have only been presenting for two minutes after she
got off the stage. This made it difficult to get a comprehensive idea of her story, and she even admitted that she “cheated the audience” by doing this. Lake was only excusable in the fact that she remained honest. None of the authors were pretentious or self-righteous (character traits I’ve observed in many local ‘nobody’ writers), yet sometimes an author would give unnecessary praise to one of their influences during their short presentations, which had me wishing that they were more self-righteous.
An example of this was seen when Helen Hart gave a small presentation on her short tale, “Norwegian Noir”. She was presented as a writer in Lesbian Mystery. This introduction got me immediately curious in the relatively specific genre of Lesbian Mystery, yet her story for Silence of the Loons turned out to be a light, silly departure from her ‘lesbian’ field of choice. “Norwegian Noir” was a comic mystery involving many references to Garrison Kiellor (doesn’t anyone get tired of hearing about him?) topped off with a friendly dedication to the legend by Hart during her presentation. It’s always polite to hear credited praise, but more times than most it is unnecessary. Still, it is unfair to judge a writer by their personal, public character rather than their fictional, literary characters, so I can’t hold their public personas against them.
What I can admit is that each brief presentation was obviously intended to give the sojourner an early taste-test of Silence of the Loons. Since I usually don’t read anything in the mystery genre, the presentation gave me more of an idea about the literary style it requires. Most of the sections read by each author were tantalizing and entertaining; and I got the impression that this was all the authors intended to achieve. If
you would like more information on Silence of the Loons or the Minnesota Crime Wave,
you can visit the website at www.minnesotacrimewave.org.

Midwaye Returns

2005-11-14T15:43:00.000-06:00

I have traveled many leagues across the Multiverse, vestered past the Infinite, had I gone further I wouldn't have remembered possibility. But let me tell you, I have just experienced a phenomenon that has been best known as muffin-eating. The muffin is mightier than the bagel, doughnut, or danish. Sweeter, more cake like, 'cept leaner than cup cakes. And the Roosta saw it, and it was good. Shit pie donkey blood.
I have returned to Orinary Reality, blasting interplasmic feelings through your naked vessels. My wording could add churning to you ever awakened beauty. Ooh, Roosta, you just gettin' too good at 'dis. I know, baby, just chill. Be sure to check out some new shit from the latest Grasshoppaz development. New shit from the Wang-Slangaz, some side shit to groove wit'. They droppin' Tha New EP Shit out in this plasmic muthafuckah.

Ladies and Gentlemen, The Roosta Has Left the Building

2005-05-05T15:48:00.000-05:00

Its been a nice time with you, but I'm ready to continue my voyage past the infinite. Much love goes to my fellow prophets in the industry:

Chance the Innovater (some call him Wormseyeview), continue to impress and expand the capabilities of your love. Much love to your zone; keep it a good zone. Remember the bass. Continue to place knowledge on the masses as you do.

Jack the Zionist (many know his zone as the "Super Happy Fun Time Awesome"), keep on reaching your goal as this field's first Yahweh. You have quite a following; you can make them do anything you want. You now have undisputable power over internet geeks.

My fellow brothers and sisters, this isn't the end. One day I will return. Until then I must explore uncharted territory and find the center of the Multiverse. Peace and love to you all.

"Life's A Bitch & Then You Die, That's Why We Get High"

2005-04-19T19:43:00.000-05:00

It's so easy to take the anti-humanist view (this shit should pump you up);

Humans are fucking vermin. When a human has to work, all they do is complain of how terrible work is. When a human has nothing to do, all they do is complain about how mindlessly bored they are. The workaholic observes the bored as "lucky", the bored one observes the work as "lucky". Check this dialogue:

George: I'm soooooo bored, I've had nothing to do today!

Nancy: Well aren't you lucky! I worked 72 hours last week! This gives me a reason to be bitter and crabby! I wish I could lay around all day like you!

George: I've had nothing to do all day, I've yet to stand up. Its a beautiful day outside, yet I've just been sitting here in darkness jacking off to internet. My life is worthless, I have an excuse to be bitter and crabby! I wish I had work to do!

Nancy: You are worthless, a terrible waste!

George: You've sold yourself to money, your overwork is unnecessary! It's unhealthy!

Nancy: You have nothing to sell yourself to! It's unhealthy!

You judgemental sonofabitch. You are not worthy. Vermin. Go drink yourself to stupidity. Ignore the sacred herb of life and continue to drink poison. Just like you!

Are humans only designed for work and boredom? The two things humans despise the most are all that they're capable to comprehend. Unless the figure out a pathway. Step away from prepackaged humanity and use aids to grasp the infinite.

You won't listen, there is no hope.

Marijuana came from God, Beer came from man - Which (I)s more just?

2005-04-17T21:18:00.000-05:00

god is in body, completely inside, uttering nothing god has paid my price, and for that he ceases to exist for that god is nothing but our allusion, for identification when confused god is a simple joke
(something is missing)
this was a logic of thinking, until Jah Here And Everafter I the Great has boiled Him/Herself inside caRbon veins! You are the light everyone is in need to look for SHUT UP!
NO! go AWAY! YOU SADISTIC MOTHERFUCKER! LEAVE ME AS BE!!
… … … … … … … … …
Jah the Ever-Living Hereafter, come surprise the ones set for a long time of sorrow, let Me survive through Your Power – I and I are the two strongest ones left in this world. Come on over Come on over Come on over Come on over Come on over

Jude walked to the shopping mall. “Let’s puff on some tea”, said he. The mall was a place of mind-distracting material, a joint that would really cause stumbling. As Billy smoked marijuana with only himself and God, he thought of all that God/Jah/Everafter stood for and all the His followers meant. They turned my contact into authority. We used to be like Brothers!!! Why can’t we be like this anymore? These peers of mine have distanced US. How could you let that happen? SHUT THE FUCK UP! No! You Quit Bothering Me! LEAVE ME AS be!
If only Jude’s good acquaintances knew he was doing terrible things. If God knew He would kill me. God does know, and He did kill me. NONONONONONO!

It is most notable that Jude’s peers have affected his righteous views.

No Midwaye "isms"

2005-04-11T11:02:00.000-05:00

There are no "isms" in reality, they are all just man's simplifying of what is real. The only philosophy that I have a firm belief in is called "Babylon". I don't simplify it in a rastaman's terminology (much love to the rastas). No, babylon is everything in this world that is corrupt; surely there is a cause? The cause of global corruption can be attributed to a numerous amount of causes; it is easiest to collaborate of these evil causes into one word: "Babylon".

But you must know that Babylon exists! Surely those who do not know are of the foolish. Yes, as the last sentence indicates I have been studying the Qu'ran, ever noble book of Allah. The truth about religion is that there are two different types, and they can be characterised into two groups: (1) Recognition of Higher Being and (2) Unfolding the Powers that be Within. Many categorize these as (a) Western and (b) Eastern. So many bitter Christian-haters view these Eastern Religions as completely innocent, but Babylon reins in them. At the same time I have talked to Evangelists who have focused on pointing out the atrocities in Eastern Religions, yet they are blind to the Babylon which is present in their beliefs.

The moral of the story; recognize Babylon! Surely one who is blind to Babylon is blind to the world as it truely stands. One may ask, "Why would God give us this Babylon? Surely God is an asshole to confuse us!" I say "Surely you are weak-minded by assuming a Higher Power would approach one of It's Own as fools!"

So what's the point of life? To continue discovering the hidden truths. Is one capable of discovering the complete truth? Yes and No, respectively. Each individual has a personal truth of their own; each of these personal truths compromise One Truth. This Complete Truth is beyond comprehension of the human understanding, which is why we each have seperate truths that only concern ourselves as individuals. That is why Humans are so selfish.

But I ask you one thing, is it selfish to discover the Inner Truth?

All praises are due to the One and Everlasting Jah.

Christ's Third Coming

2005-03-28T14:42:00.000-06:00

If Jesus resurrected, wouldn't His prophesized second coming actually be His Third coming? He came, he rose (2nd coming), and he'll return (3rd coming).

Jesus already returned. He came back the minute he died, except it was in spirit. In John 2:19, Jesus claims that he'll raise a Jewish temple in three days while the Jews are about to destroy it. We learn that this was a metaphorical statement, as he is referring to his future resurrection. That is, the temple of his body. No church can claim to be a temple of Jah, it is our body that already is. Jesus meant the same thing about his 2nd (or 3rd) Coming. His prophecies have proven to be metaphorical, which is why evangelical Christians should worry not about the end of the world and more about the unity of Jah. Babylon is real, remember this.

Everybody has been dying this year. The Pope's death could be good news; the next one needs to be ethnic. The Catholic Church needs a pope that will ignore Babylon and worry about the important things. The Church's role in third world countries is much more true to Jah Love. Poverty and injustice must be fought - the Church is in a position where they can cause either corruption or unity. A third world pope would have the best understanding of the situations in the third world; let's hope it happens.

Babylon is Real

2005-03-10T15:04:00.000-06:00

All you people must realize that Christianity was ruined by the white man. If you turn on your televisions you'll see the rulers of Christianity: white evangelicals. They have stolen the public image of Christianity and turned it into something that is judgmental, hateful, and artificial. They are the ones who are using a few of the would-be deadly sins, such as pride and hate, for their benefit. They are the ones who turn American politics into only two issues: gay marriage and abortion. These people speak out against all of the other religions and portray Jesus as an angry, bitter, close-minded white man. Most importantly, these are the people who turn off the concept of religion to others. They are responsible for most of the reasons why many are critical of Christianity. The religion has turned into a joke, on their behalf.

I challenge them; I say they are the one's responsible for sin. Robert Anton Wilson made a great point after observing one the Pope's speeches about the evils of sex, drugs, and rock music. "There are plenty of terrible things happining in this world; people are dying for unjust causes daily, and here's this goofy guy focused on sex, drugs and rock n' roll." Its too bad that white evangelicals are goofier than the Pope. Forget everything about world hunger, AIDS in Africa (isn't that God's punishment anyway?), and the various wars of today, let's focus on two virtually unimportant issues and blindly follow everything the government does! There was a point when Christians questioned bringing a capitalist government (after all, greed is one of the deadly sins) into order - so how did they all the sudden become supportive of the exact opposite? Something's gotta be wrong. Martin Luther is rolling in his grave.

Martin Luther challenged the atrocities of the church, and because of it many peers of his day deemed him to be Satan. Well, now that most Protestant churches are turning into the kind that decide ideals for you, why can't there be another Martin Luther? There will be, and he/she/it will destroy Babylon. All of you must realize the atrocities of Babylon!

Respect should be given to church leaders who recognize this problem:

"They (white evangelicals) have a strong voice now in national politics, and it would seem they are the only voice . . . and the challenge to us is to be a voice that is soundly biblically based and that doesn't provide a blanket sanction to government policy as others have done. This is a dangerous time when white evangelicals dictate government policy."

- The Rev. Dr. William J. Shaw

On another note, I just saw the complete trailer for Episode III - Return of the Sith, and I'm super-convinced that this film will mean buisiness. Check the trailer out, it'll run chills on the spine of any Star Wars geek. This film has the potential to save us all, and possibly be a parallel to Babylon.

Jah is the Melody

2005-03-08T20:06:00.000-06:00

Yo, Don't be actin' like a sucka MC,
Joey Midwaye got very big feet,
I like the wiener dogs - hate the poodles,
Gmmie a plate of steamin' delicious noodles,
That's right my rhyme is at a comeback,
I don't use crack or wack smack,
Do yo'self a favor and read Malcolm X,
My rhymes flow more dimensions than a multiplex,

G to the R gonna get you far,
A to the S gonna make you the best,
S to the H gonna slap you in your face,
O to the P means ultra-skilled MCs,
P to the A means rhymin' all day,
and Z is for the funky Grasshoppa Gees!

Tonight were gonna breakdown like Janet Jackson,
Some people like to call me Magik Mack-son,
In my song Jah is surely the melody,
Stone-cold rhymin' is not a felony,
Jah is the only true way for a feast,
My rhyme is the best way to achieve peace,
Best prision film is Papillon,
We need to get together and destroy Babylon!

Don't Read This If You Are A Sucka

2005-02-24T12:58:00.000-06:00

This is the thoughts of my head ringing out the inexplicable auras of the Sky-Lark.

These are the thoughts of my mind wringing out the self-created evils like a dryer.

There is so much shit on TV its ridiculous.

-Today instead of learning new things, I'd rather watch the Ashlee Simpson show.

Do something else; a fucking loser. Not me, you!

Quit using the periods. Quit using the periods.... Who likes to type three periods; you look like an asshole!
This is the stage of insanity-stage-of-sanity-
And now one can express one's feelings with punctuation:

. . .

Thoughts are in the stomach, not head - how else could we be hungry!

???

What's the difference between a back slash and a forward slash?

\/ /\ G I /\/ /\

Hunter Thompson Kills Himself

2005-02-21T10:59:00.000-06:00

It's been a year full of bad deaths so far, hasn't it?
RIP 1937-2005

It seems like many journalistic literary writers end up not too happy. At least it adds to the legend. Would there be any irony in Hemingway if never shot himself (or was a drunk, for that matter)? It seemed like Keroauc went downhill from the minute he finished writing an ode to life. All of the Romantic poets had long periods of miserable depression at some point (like Coleridge's lifelong opium addiction). They all did have a prophetic vision; so they had that going for them.

Legends of Minnesota

2005-02-11T01:09:00.000-06:00

Soul Asylum: one of the most catchy alternative rockers around.

Take a look at them; they look Minnesotan, right?

Soul Asylum are a great, underrated group that shot from nothing to success in the mid-'90s. Their temporary success has led critics to judge them as simple one-album wonders who had a few catchy songs. Well, my retort: who get forget lyrics such as "frustrated incorporated" or "I'm waiting by the phone; waiting for you to call me up and tell me I'm not alone!"

This group proved to be simplistic in technique, the true brilliance of it is it's ability to never leave our heads. Hell, on my good days I'll have Black Gold stuck in my head for 2 straight hours. The words "I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I Want Somebody To Shove! I Need Somebody To Shove!" are great to have on auto-replay inside my head while taking exams.

Sure, these days Soul Asylum are lucky to play a concert at the Taste of Minnesota, but that doesn't exclude their legacy. At one point these guys were going to rule the world. All Hail Soul Asylum.

The Pranksta Revolution

2005-02-10T13:50:00.000-06:00

The revolution is here! Prankstas unite!

What is a pranksta?

A person who is willing to make a joke out of the traditional way to do things. Example: Randy Moss. Moss wipes his ass with the idea of being a respected, boring ol' sports figure. Instead, he adds flavor by making every football announcer get riled up over something as stupid as a fake moon. A bonafide pranksta indeed!

All of the prankstas gotta get together and realize that we are nature's true calling!

The pranksta is what the world needs.

RIP, Ossie

2005-02-04T13:52:00.000-06:00

The legendary man known as Ossie Davis has died today. A vetern actor and promoter of civil rights, this man's genius will be sorrowly missed. He is well-known for acting in the Spike Lee joints "Do the Right Thing", "Jungle Fever", and "School Daze". This man has also been married to the same woman, Ruby Dee, for over 50 years. Another famous triumph was his speaking of Malcolm X's eulogy at the funurel (which he also speaks at the end of the Spike Lee film). When so many people of his day were hesitant to promote Malcolm X, Ossie did so publicly, along with all the other important civil rights leaders. This man didn't need oscars.

Follow the Wind

2005-02-04T10:38:00.000-06:00

If you take the Christian Bible and put it out in the wind and the rain, soon the paper on which the words are printed will disintegrate and the words will be gone. The bible is the wind.

Wine kills.

Native spirituality was suppressed by the U.S. and Canadian governments. Spiritual leaders ran the risk of jail sentences of up to 30 years for simply practicing their rituals. This came to an end in the U.S. in 1978 when the Freedom of Religion Act was passed.

The U.S. had to pass a Freedom of Religion Act? Seperation of Church and State doesn't prevail.

The Native American Church is a continuation of the ancient Peyote Religion which had used a cactus with psychedelic properties called peyote for about 10,000 years. Incorporated in 1918, its original aim was to promote Christian beliefs and values, and to use the peyote sacrament. Although use of peyote is restricted to religious ritual which is protected by the US Constitution, and it is not harmful or habit forming, and has a multi-millennia tradition, there has been considerable opposition from Christian groups, from governments, and from within some tribes.

A nice response: "If your religion isn't like ours, which gives alcohol to minors (alcohol is safe, remember?), then its not a legal religion!"

Let's blame the destruction of football on Ricky Williams! How selfish is he to not want his fans (many of them kids who percieve him as a role model) to know he smoked pot! How terrible it is that this man was smart enough to not destroy his inner self through greed and power! Fuck you Williams, your purpose is only to entertain us!

2005: The Year of the Roosta

2005-02-01T20:00:00.000-06:00

Wendy?

-Yes, Lisa.

Is the water warm enough?

-Yes, Lisa.

Shall we begin?

-Yes, Lisa.

And so it begins, 2005, the year of the Roosta, according to the Chinese calander. Here's what the Chinese have to say about the Roosta:

"The sign of the Roosta indicates a person who is hard-working and definite about their decisions. Roostas are not afraid to speak their minds and can therefore sometimes come across as boastful. They make good restaurant owners and world travellers."

Good restaurant owners? I wonder if my man Ali is also a Roosta. I bet he is, always acting bold while chopping that beef and lamb or chicken with his wife beside him. I know what's definiltely not Roosta, and that's that muthafuckin' Noodles & Co. shit. Why don't you warm up some Easy Mac and charge $5 for it? Too late! The yuppies are always one step ahead of you.

I don't wanna get into all that childish naming-name's shit, but I gotta say that Eminem is now a full-time sucka MC (before he was a half-time suckah). You hear that new single he put out? That stupid fool has gone softer than LL Cool J. Think of all the would-be tough rhymes he's sprayed in our face, and realize that it's all added up to some terrible garbage that samples children singing (if its not children its some singer's voice that's sped-up; a trend that's becoming more annoying than Napoleon Dynamite-Mania). Eminem, yo' ass is not a Roosta and will never be. I'm sure his new shitty single will expand his audience which consists of wigger-ass whities with the trash stash wearin' Ecko who forgot to wash their hair for the past 2 years.

Fresh! For Computer Blue, You Suckahs!!!!!!

-End discussion, Lisa.

Yes, Wendy.

The Troubles Going On Are Just Too Much

2005-01-25T19:51:00.000-06:00

I could go on all day about the corruptions of society. Release your mind and let the funk flow. Free your mind and your ass will follow. The greatest irony of all is that no one cares. I got some trivia for you. Who can tell me the name of the famous person that once stated "What good fortune for those in power that people do not think"? Most of all we need the funk, got to have the funk. If we don't have the funk we aren't free thinkers. The ones who think outside of their insignificant problems and into what's reality should be dubbed the "sons of the flow". I could go on all day about the corruptions of society.

Professors try to act like they are superior in every way, and they aren't. Professors act like they have the world revolving around their aura, and it doesn't. Face the truth: professors don't know a goddamn thing about what really matters. Some subjects get so specific that real world situations aren't part of the ingredients. Nope, only what's important to the superego of the professor. I could go on all day about the corruptions of society.

This, of course doesn't apply to the majority.

Why does life matter when the majority of people are so stupid? Why don't the majority of people give a fuck about anything? Why do people pay more attention to outlawing the teaching of evolution in public schools? Evolution will not destroy religion. I am reading a textbook and stumbled upon an interesting University of Michigan study. It says that 57% of students surveyed students believe that there is a "great risk" in marijuana use (and the book claims this percentage is low!). Gee, I wonder how many of these kids frown on weed while drinking every night and thinking its fine because its legal. Why must people hold the stance of pro-drinking AND anti-marijuana? If only they'd smoke some pot - their personality would change from asshole to lovable. Supposedly Socrates was once in a marketplace and said "How many things there are that I do not want!" No human being would ever say this. Why can't anyone realize that Socrates was a fictional character?

Why can't hallucinagins be legalized? I know they're not for everyone, but I believe meat falls into the same category. They say that drugs give you altered perspectives yet each person has a different individual perspective anyway. Hell, I'd bet 90% of this country is addicted to caffeine anyway.

So who was it that originally stated the quote above? Can anyone tell me? How about a guess? Yes it was Hitler! Good job, you get a smiley face stamped on your dignity.

Legends of Hip-Hop

2005-01-24T15:42:00.000-06:00

Today's Lecture: The Fat Boys

Swaying away from the ever-popular gold chains, hard rhymes, and sucker mc bashing of their times, the Fat Boys were the first definitive alternative rap group. Instead of rhyming about how ill they were, this rap outfit flowed about the joys of eating and human beatboxing. Before there was Rahzel or even Biz Markie, there was a man named Buff the Human Beat Box - the first human beat box to widely spread the newfound art form. With his trademark "breathe" beating, Buff brought the beat machine to a new level (and plenty of samples for rap later on). The two other mcs, Prince Markie Dee and Kool Rock-Ski, had effective rapping techniques that flowed in a most uniform fashion with praising various joys such as ketchup and macaroni. Their fly styles (jumpsuits, fat laces on the kicks) also went on to influence the style of the bigger hip-hoppers (such as Heavy D).

And who could ever forget the "All You Can Eat" montogue in the now-classic film-peice Krush Groove? All there is to say about the crew formerly known Disco Three is that their timeless facination of food (which in today's terms is far from dated) changed the face of rap forever. Hell, they even finished up their career with making one of the first rap-operas. Entitled "On and On", the album spawned such conceptual ideas for future rappers/djs (such as Prince Paul's "A Prince Among Theives" and the various Dan the Automater-produced albums). They even got to collaborate with the Beach Boys.

Another thing that must be stated is Buff's untimely death of a heart attack should be more known. I hear crap about Biggie, Tupac, and even Big Pun every year, but not Buff the Human Beat Box! May he rest in peace and his soul live eternally.

The Roosta Done Pulled A Jack, Part DOS

2005-01-12T18:12:00.000-06:00

You wanna know what's fucked up? Truly and sincerely fucked through the asshole? When a commercial for a movie announces that it is the "winner of __ Golden Globe Nominations". First off, who gives a shit about the Golden Globes? Why are they even there? Nobobdy is going to remember what won a Golden Globe. The only purpose for the Academy Awards is so a particular award-winning film can advertise how many awards they won on the box at the video store. That doesn't happen with Golden Globes!

Secondly, don't call a movie a winner of nominations! That's just there to confuse all the idiots on this planet. Some slick, souless motherfucker must have came up with that idea. That's how far their Ivy League education takes them.

Yeah, I'm pulling another Jack, and thats because there is nothing to do on this winter break. Boredom doesn't produce productivity. All I can do is continue listening to Cat Power in a bored stuper. Word.

True Future

2005-01-10T14:20:00.000-06:00

The other day I was listening to my favorite radio show, "Coast To Coast AM with George Noory (and Art Bell)" and came across the most interesting story available in the Universe (actually, its a Multiverse, given all of the parrallel worlds). It is the story of John Titor, a time traveler from the year 2036 who posted messages on the internet about our inevitible future. His story goes like this:

During the years of 2004/2005, America will start another civil war, excpet it wont be divided by territory this time. It will be a civil war between central authority and the laypeople. The cause of this hostility between the innocent and the powerful is due an everyday decrease of American civil liberties (do the words "Patriot Act" mean anything to you?). This civil war will eventually lead to a point in which eveyone is affected (in 2008). By 2015 90% of the world's population will no longer exist due to nuclear holocost. Soon after that the world's surviving population will regroup, rethink, and reclaim our generation as the ones who "had it all, but threw it away".

Sure, some of you are probably thinking "2004?!!?! That's some fucking BULLSHIT!" Maybe, but look at how divided this country is. The civil war probably already begun but hasn't reached a point of global castastrophe (it will in 2008). That's some scary shit. Still has yet to be proven wrong. This guy predicted the war in Iraq, predicted the hostilities and divison of the last election, and predicted the outbreak of Mad Cow (which, according to him, will get much worse). So what can I tell you? I'm speechless, there truly is no hope left. That's what we get for letting the "Patriot Act" pass. Yeah, I'm bias - FUCK YOU YOU FUCKING FREEDOM HATER. I close this post with a quote from a much-loved historical figure (even loved by those who blindly and angrily support every single fucking action our superiors take) and a link for you suckahs to find out more about John Titor (believe me, there are many stunning prophecies).

"They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety"
- Benjamin Franklin

True Genius (Gza) of the Wu-Tang Clan

2004-12-16T16:23:00.000-06:00

Whether you like rap or not, you have to admit that the Wu-Tang Clan is pure genius. Yeah, they may have gone too far (with way too many solo albums and groups who are part of the extended family, like the Wu-Tang Killah Bees, but not the originals), yet they are still nothing to fuck with. Now I will list the top three reasons why they are true geniuses.

1. All the solo albums. While a lot of them are unnecessary attempts to sound like Wu-Tang with less people, a few of them stand out (like Ghostface Killah's "Ironman", Ol' Dirty's "Return to the 36 Chambers: the Dirty Version" - God rest his soul - and of course the two most obvious: Gza's "Liquid Swords" and Raekwon's "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx") . They're also a neat approach that doesn't require fans to wait a dick-load for the next album, but yes, quite a few aren't needed.

2. The theatrics of it all. By combining ghetto life philosophy with Eastern philosophy never gets old. The Wu-Tang Clan can certainly teach us some life lessons.

3. The rappers spawn off non-Wu-Tang shit thats sometimes just as good. Like the Gravediggaz. Their album "6 Feet Deep" is just as good as any Wu-Tang classic. Plus it has Prince Paul.

There you have it. I am going to start working on a script slightly based on the Wu-Tang Clan. It will be a fable about a mob of people who escape the artificality of society by creating an organization based on Eastern self-defense philosophies and freestyling. I gotta give the Wu-Tang Clan credit for this one.

Zat You Santa Claus?

2004-12-08T23:35:00.000-06:00

This post was originally about my disbelief in one true religion, but for some reason it didn't post. Maybe it was a message from God, but I dunno, I also have a strong disbelief in athiesm; I'll get into it some other time (who cares anyway?).

In light of the current season, this post is about another type of belief: a belief in Santa Claus. All of us who celebrate Christmas (whether believer, atheist, or Roosta) share a belief in Santa Claus. Whats that? You think I'm crazy? Well fuck off. It's funny, because I don't swear that much (some may disagree) and I'm always having this dream where I won't stop saying "fuck off" in front of my family.

Getting back to topic, when I say "belief in Santa" I am merely referring to the belief in the magic that comes with the season. Oh, now he's done it. Why doesn't that phony-ass Roosta wear his green and read wool reindeer sweater and pop in a compact disk consisting of New Age Christmas Carol renditions and slowly rot in hell! Lemme tell you, I'm not going out like that!

Anyone who is non-Jew, non-Muslim, non-Hindu, non-Buddhist, non-Taoist, non-Confucianist, non-Shinto will agree that Christmas is the best time of the year. There are those who hate Christianity that claim to hate Christmas. My question is, why are you still celebrating? I'll tell you fools why, because the holiday would be all the more miserable if it wasn't being celebrated! Some try to act smart with the athiesm by celebrating the Winter Solstice instead. That is a fine alternative, but what are you supposed to tell the kids? "Well, sonny, since this family is full of non-believers, Santa recognizes that and gives us our presents a few days earlier; the rest of the suckers have to wait four more long, grueling days!" Gimmie a break, Daddy. While Christmas is most definatley good, it does have its dark sides.

Commercialism has truly came close to ruining this ever-joyful holiday. You see the most pointless shit ever "now 1/2 price!" There is always the new, hot toy. Hell, there are even news segments based on what is the "hottest stocking stuffer" and what is "worse than a lump of coal". Next thing you know, we'll be hearing those precious carols - I'm not talking about simple "Frosty the Snowman" style songs, more along the lines of "O Come All Ye Faithful" - with words changed in order to endorse a product. But there is hope.

The other day I was watching CNN and happened to see a report on this type of commercialism. The difference was, in light of a PC culture, it is now only proper for the public to address Christmas as the "holidays" (Christmas is so damn threatening). A group dedicated to bringing the term back to "Chistmas" has formed. This group must have a few corporations behind it; if it can't be advertised as "Christmas", Christain sales could be lost.

In my book this is one of the only good examples political correctness has set. Why? Christmas will now hopfully become less commercialized, while the cliched "true-meaning" will be more likely sought after by us. Lets face it, I'm not worried about the death of Christmas.

So This Is Christmas, And What Have We Done?

2004-12-07T21:51:00.000-06:00

I hope you have fun, a very merry Christmas, and a happy New Year! Let's hope its a good one, without any fear! War is over, if you want it! War is over, AHHHHHH! A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS, AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR! LETS HOPE ITS A GOOD ONE! WITHOUT ANY FEAR!

WAR IS OVER! IF YOU WANT IT! WAR IS OVER! AHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!

(if only we could truly sing these words this Christmas)

The Purpose of This Divine Blog

2004-11-29T14:54:00.000-06:00

Some of you suckas have been complaining that this blog in which divine wisdom is translated into words serves no purpose. To those who actually hold that sick and illegitimate thought, I have this to say:

Who was the first to tell you about the greatness of the new De La Soul album? The Roosta

Who was the intelligent being that informed you about the truth of the current U.S. government? The Roosta

Who prophesized the loss of John Kerry? The Roosta

Who reminded you that Boyz II Men was tight? The Roosta

Who did you first hear from about the BOOM BOOM BANG and the Good Vibes Revolution? The Roosta

The list goes on and on. With my last post being an exception, this blog does not contain pointless bitching. It is here to inform and expand the human brain, as simplistic as it sounds. I do not limit these posts to one subject, how else could an open-minded approach be maintained? Yes, this blog has more than purpose itself.

To those who find nothing in this blog: you already have nothing. I am not suggesting that you live a pointless life, but its probably likely. I do have pity in you and do not advocate bad vibes. May your soul have a shine of mercy.

The Roosta has spoken his sermon for the day.

The Roosta Done Pulled a Jack

2004-11-17T17:42:00.000-06:00

I hate it when people apply the phrase "same difference" to two things which are similar. Man, I could go on all day about how non-def it is to use that phrase.

Do you want to know why?

'Cause it makes no sense at all! Its like walking around with your head in the clouds (makes no sense at all!). Apply my logic to your newly-expanded brain: when Being #1 brings up the lead singer of Bon Jovi and calls him "Bon Jovi", Being #2 retorts: "His name is John Bon Jovi!" The response from being #1 should be "He's the same person in which I'm refering to!"

Now thats logical! What wouldn't be logical is if Being #2 stated "Same difference!" Why wouldn't that be logical? Because differences can't be the same thing!!! Makes me sick to my stomach just thinking about it.

On another note, I need a haircut!

See?

Old Dirty Bastard Ain't Nothin' Ta Fuck Wit'

2004-11-15T23:00:00.000-06:00

RIP ODB

All I have to say is that Old Dirty Bastard was the shit. Its really too bad that Wu-Tang must go on without him (even though he wasn't in their last few albums). Peace Dirty, this one is for you (pour, pour).

Chris is a Sucka MC

2004-11-10T14:04:00.000-06:00

To all of you who don't know, the comment on my last post was by sucka MC Fatty AKA Chris. Here is my mini-retort:

Chris, on your self I piss,
When it comes to rhymes you always miss,
Man, you is so easy to diss,
You is one stupid-ole bitch ass priss.

To the fool who comment on my "11 States Ban Gay-Marriage" post (Chris) this message is for you:

There will be no hate on the Roosta's webposts. There will be no Chris on the Roosta's webposts.

Episode III: Revenge of the Sith Teaser

2004-11-08T17:23:00.000-06:00

Before you decide to skip this post because of the quality pertaining to the Star Wars Prequels, you gotta check out this: http://people.ucsc.edu/~rwharris/switzler084d_dl.mov.

It is a well-known fact that the last 2 Star Wars flicks haven't been great. Episode I was for the little toddlers. Episode II did have Yoda, but not much more. Of course these new ones can't compare to the original Holy Trilogy. Lucas really let his fans down with The Phantom Menace, and slightly improved with Attack of the Clones. But it is apparent that fans have been pissed for a while. I know I have.

But there is still hope. There is another. I checked out the teaser for Episode III. I know its just a teaser, but this movie looks BADASS. Anyone who felt betrayed by the previous installments, especially those who are Star Wars geeks, should check it out.

The Good Vibes Revolution

2004-11-08T15:53:00.000-06:00

The simplicity of good nature. For my lack of readers, you may have noticed that in the last couple of posts I have talked about an upcoming revolution. Yes, I may sound crazy, but this world is crazy. By revolution, I don't mean some sort of militant "lets create anarchy and choas" revolution. No, the one I'm talking about has to do with peace and tranquility. This shall be referred to as the BOOM BOOM BANG. The title may sound violent, but it is just the opposite. Under the BOOM BOOM BANG, peace and tranquility will be the goal. Yeah, some may call me a dreamer, but I'm not the only one....

Let me explain the reasoning behind this title. The first BOOM symbolizes the destruction of the atrocities which run our current society. These will be destroyed the minute people realize that they no longer want to subject themselves to society as whores. The fact is, most of us realize we are whores, yet we do nothing about it. There is a line in the film "Waking Life" in which an anonymous being asks "Have you ever gotten up, gone to a regular long day of work, got home and are ready to rest, and then wake up again, realizing that this normal day was a dream and you have to start the same thing from scratch again? Its bad enough that your forced to sell your waking hours for minimum wage, but worse when they steal your dreams." That may not be the exact qoute, but you get the picture. The point is, we must work to not feel like nothings in society, even if we truly are.

The second BOOM then symbolizes the death of the corporation. There will be a new beginning, and corporations will have nothing to do with it. Sure, they will still exist, we will just make sure they don't control us. The lobbyists will not exist. They will die.

The BANG symbolizes the dawning of a new era. Yes, violence will always exist. But this society will work to NOT advocate it, unlike our current society.

There you have it. The BOOM BOOM BANG. As simple an idea as Ghandi's. Yes, its optimistic, but humans need to do all they can in order to achieve a goal. Its all about Humanism. Star Trek advocates it, and so do I.

Optimism's a good thing. However distant and impossible a goal seems, it should still be strived for. Hell, thats better than giving up. See, when you are 5, your mother asks you "What do you want to be when you grow up?" You respond "I want to be a doctor." We all know that the goal is very hard. Does that make your mother say "That is a very hard goal."? No! And while your growing up, your mother will most likely still support your goals. Do good friends ever tell you "You could never become a lawyer?" Not likely, most friends support their friends decisions, even if it includes a whole lot of work and planning.

You catch my flow, I'm out.

Roosta's Music Review

2004-11-05T13:57:00.000-06:00

De La Soul has always been definitive alternative rappers. With the all-time classic "3 Feet High and Rising", perhaps the greatest rap album ever, De La created a new style for hip-hop that arguably influenced every underground rapper of the time. In the '90s, De La Soul remained in the underground, making each new album radically different from the previous. While reading reviews for their new album, "The Grind Date", I realize that critics are still shocked that the hippie image of "3 Feet High and Rising" has been abandoned. C'mon! They abandoned this image with their sophmore effort, "De La Soul Is Dead". That was 13 years ago! Critics are still expecting "3 Feet High and Rising: Part 2", which is ridiculous. Did the Beatles try for another "Sgt. Pepper's"? When groups try to re-create a successful album, it usually comes out worse (Michael Jackson's "Bad", for example).

After "De La Soul Is Dead" was released, De La Soul was supposed to be free from the ongoing "hippie" image which was always expected. But instead, people stopped listening to them. However, the loss of listeners lead to greater artistic creativity. 1993's "Buhloone Mindstate" (the last album featuring a production by Prince Paul) showed that the Plugs were expanding their creative and artistic abilities. 1996's "Stakes Is High" was De La's version of what a solid straight-up hip-hop album should be. Then, in 2000, Maseo, Posdnous, and Dave (formerly Trugoy), were back on the map with a single entitled "Oooh". This single was featured on the album "Art Official Intelligence: Mosiac Thump", the first of an epic 3-part series. The AOI series showcased De La Soul experimenting with many sounds, as they staid true to their form. In 2001, "AOI: Bionix" was released as the second installment, and arguably surpassed the previous release.

And now comes "The Grind Date". Since De La were kicked off of their record label for not being commercial enough, AOI 3's release has been put back. And "The Grind Date" hits as a direct response to their former label's decision. Most of the songs hit as a bitter response to the way commercialism has effected the art of the MC. And one things for sure, this album was made to please the Roosta.

Not only does De La add an extra album before the release of AOI 3, but they make it one of their most solid releases to date. I don't want to sound cocky, but I feel I am one of the only persons in this world who gives one single care about what the group continues to do. They have never let the Roosta down, and "The Grind Date" proves my point. As a Spike Lee fan, I never would have thought he was going to collaborate with De La Soul, but he does. Lee provides a def introduction of himself and De La Soul at the beginning of the track entitled "Church". Flava Flav appears on the track "Come On Down", and makes the claim that De La Soul is back on the map, Long Island is back on the map, and, most importantly, old-school rap is back on the map. I would have never expected to see Flava Flav on a De La track.

As for the album's music, this is solid as hell. The rappers sound more and more legendary with each album to come. De La Soul are true geniuses and prophets of their time. I suggest you buy everything they have to offer.

Bad Vibes for the Season

2004-11-04T19:17:00.000-06:00

As we all know, this has been a horrible election. Bush has now made a record in recieving the highest popular vote in US History (beating even Reagan). No, he didn't even need to steal it this time. As I posted below, 11 states banned gay marriage. Yes, First Avenue in Minneapolis is closed. Senator Tom Daschle, the Democratic Minority Leader, loses his own state as an incumbent. On the day of Kerry's conciet, former Vice Presidental candidate and once-again Senator John Edwards learns that his wife is diagnosed with breast cancer. The Republicians now control the House and Senate by a larger margain. The Religious Right Crusade is gaining up on us. And 4 more years of Bush.....4 more years of Bush......

Now is time for the Revolution. No, not a revolution of the Democrats, but a revolution of the BOOM BOOM BANG. We will all protest naked. We will throw all propoganda away, whether it has to do with politics or comsumer products. We cannot remain whores any longer. Do not lose your hope, for true freedom has just begun. The dawning of a new era. For those of you ready to move to Canada, DON'T! DROP THOSE BAGS AND UNPACK THEM! This is no threat towards America, NO! We will stay together and FUCK THE SYTEM. Right up the ass, yes we will.

Sorry to speak the profane, but the messege is key. We will not let the Gestapo take away our freedom! Roosta says STAND UP! I want all gay couples to increase their sexual habits. I want all marijuana smokers to do so in the streets. Those who are willing to take mind-expanding drugs, do so publicly, but be careful. Roosta says; "No Violence is advocated".

11 States Ban Gay Marriage

2004-11-03T15:57:00.000-06:00

Gee, America has very come far in the realm of Civil Rights and Personal Liberties, hasn't it?

The Future

2004-11-03T15:51:00.001-06:00

Obama 2008!

Boyz II Men Was Tight

2004-10-28T19:07:00.000-05:00

I don't think anyone can deny that Boyz II Men were tight. They were the original New Jack Swing sound of the '90s. What R&B group or artist were better for impressing the ladies? These guys can make the ladies melt over a song soley about sex ("I'll Make Love to You"). I don't know about you people, but that's still surprising to me. Just pop in their classic "Cooleyhighharmony" into your early '90s boombox (you know, the black one with 2 square speakers on the side) on your next date, light some candles, and something's bound to happen. And when it does, don't think you're hot shit, because Nathan, Michael, Shawn, and Wanya got you up to this point.

This is for T-Nutty

2004-10-27T15:07:00.000-05:00

Many of you have probably read the response to one of my flows by T-Nutty. Well, this is the Roosta's retort.

T-Stupid; you never had game,
Your broke-ass self even jacked your own name,
Don't even try to reach the Roosta's fame,
Without a scratch I'll put you to shame.

Here I go sucka:

I remember when I first met yo' ass,
You said "Midwaye, lemme smoke some grass",
I said "Flow as a test, we'll see if you pass",
Your weak flows were more dull than mass,
After your flow we smoked anyway,
Because generosity is in the spirit of Joey Midwaye,
And you thought it was ill, smokin' with your idol,
You knew you was a future Sucka MC; it was vital,
But I forgot to tell you something you didn't know,
It wasn't weed, the shit was oregano,
You acted blazed 'cause you wanted to be down,
And you knew that Midwaye wore the crown,
So after that I had it with your mommy,
We rocked while listening to The Who's album "Tommy",
T-Nutty gotta realize that he's a fool,
He belongs in the toliet with the rest of the stool.

It's on now, sucka. Bow down to Midwaye.

Whores of the Corporation, Unite!

2004-10-25T15:06:00.000-05:00

The future I see is futile. We were born into a fake society. The minute each and every one of us came outside our mother's wombs they labeled us. Even in childhood innocence, before we were able to distinguish right from wrong, we were targets. Targets of the industry; the worldwide corporation that really controls this nation. Believe me when I say there needs to be a revolution; one unlike any other seen in this country before. Free thinking should return to our society. We the people, once again, need to be free.

So what exactly is the current problem? As John Stewart said to Tucker Carlson and Paul Begala; "You're theater" (source: http://transcripts.cnn.com/TRANSCRIPTS/0410/15/cf.01.html). This can be applied to not only all of what the public sees of current politics, but to everything we observe in the media. Something is always being hidden from the public, always. It's because we're their target. What other explanation is there?

Have any if you ever seen the target market ads? They have the right idea, but they shouldn't limit it to just the tobacco corporations. Every corporation scruntinizes the public in order to claim us. The same could be said about all politicians. They want us under their wing, they need us to believe their ways so we can fullfill their desires.

SO WAKE THE FUCK UP! The revolution shall begin soon. We need to realize that we're more important than consumer whores. We need to do something. I purpose on that on some day, any day, everybody decides not to put on their clothes. We will go to school, work, etc., together in the nude. If they ask us why, say "I'm sick of being labeled as a whore of society and want to break away from what my supposed superiors expect of me." We're in this together people!

Prophetic Stanzas

2004-10-24T13:24:00.000-05:00

More flows for yo' face SUCKA!

Joey Midwaye is hard as HELL!
Most inovative since Melle MELL!
My flows are so def you can really TELL!
In Chicago I ride the EL!

(funky beatdown)

Bustin' truth on the mic, I'm no liah!
The Roosta is an MC Messiah!
I got a 9 in my pants so we're gonna roll,
I am extra hard but allergic to mold,
The Grasshoppaz is quite the crew,
When I flow Sucka MCs don't know what to do,
Breakin' a leg just to get to the top,
You is lookin' ugly and should be mopped,
I'm no vegan, I eat all the meats,
I got many DJs just fighting to make my beats,
Sucka MCs best take some seats,
Snap, I gotta go and change the sheets!
I'm Out!

Flowetry, You Know Its Me

2004-10-22T00:27:00.000-05:00

NOTE: GJs are DJs for the Grasshoppaz.

What Up?
Its your host with the most, Joey Midwaye the Roosta stickin' it to ya. I'm rhymin' all day and I got something to say:

I may have jacked that line from the Guru,
But that don't mean I'm-a do you,
Rap is all about borrowing from inspirations,
Not engaging into troubled tribulations,
I bounce my shit; is it live?
It's more than that; fresh fo' 2 triple-05,
Midwaye's style is mo' than the best,
When ladies are around he's rated-x,
Sucka MCs got nothin' on me,
To universal flowetry - Roosta is the key,
Once again, Grasshoppaz don't charge no fee,
But Midwaye is the illest gee,
Iller than ill - my flows reap benefit,
Most MCs are lame: they can't handle it,
My fellow GJs and homie MCs are ill to effect,
My skills are more Super than Mr. Clark Kent,

YO AZZ IS BENT!
Peace to the Grasshoppa E.R.A, One Love! I wanna give a shoutout to my homie Muhammed and I'm out!

Ate A Mushroom, Turn Into Bali....

2004-10-20T00:15:00.000-05:00

Remember Porno For Pyros? They were perhaps one of the most underrated groups of the '90s. You see, after Perry Farrell left Jane's Addiction in 1991, he wanted to do something less epic, something more fit to his needs. When he formed the new group (with an arguably better name), critics and fans had extreme expectations. Why leave Jane's when they were at a peak of artistic, critical, and financial success? Maybe he was trying too hard to pull a Johnny Rotten, but Farrell had his reasons. Fans were expecting something like Jane's, only better! The first album, which was self-titled, failed to meet these expectations. Fans didn't hear what they wanted, they heard what Farrell wanted; oh, you bastard Farrell, how could you? By the time the second album, Good God's Urge, was released (with both Flea and Mike Watt doing bass on certain tracks - who can beat that?), nobody gave one single shit. They then broke up, Farrell had a wierd, brief solo carreer, and Jane's got back together.

If all that was expected from Farrell wasn't, Porno For Pyros would have probably been a more credible group. The Roosta says: give them a chance. I know of nobody who listens to this group (hardly anyone I know listens to Jane's even). With Porno For Pyros, Farrell took a direction that was less rock, less epic, and less produced. Critics bashed the first album as an "underproduced Jane's album". Farrell had epic, fully-realized recordings with Jane's, he didn't want anymore of it! Porno For Pyros is essentially Jane's Addiction for those who are more into 1960s psychedelic slow-paced LSD music. Perry's haunting voice is still there, but his music isn't as dark and full of rage. Pick up Good God's Urge if you're really interested, or if you don't want to take a financial risk, download it.

So there you have it, one group denied respect because they didn't parallel the frontman's earlier group. Injustice has had its fair share in the world, it is what moves this culture. I don't know, maybe this isn't a very important issue.

Roosta Needs Balance

2004-10-19T15:24:00.000-05:00

So I've been getting a tad bit political in the last few posts....and I promise I'll be getting political again, but its time to set those issues aside and focus on something more important; the Grasshoppa E.R.A. Instead of expressing my viewpoints and alienating my lack of readers and followers, I'm going to bust a flow (drop a dope beat):

YO, I'm the Roosta here and my name is divine,
Sucka MCs rap as if they was blind,
Midwaye Roosta dont commit no unjust crime,
you better pass the indo 'cause the shit is mine,
My homie Big J represents my flow,
he's a good DJ and he doesn't blow,
Grasshoppa life - the money isn't low,
Are we tite? The answer's "FO SHO!",
I leave sucka MCs to hang,
betta watch out fo' the BOOM BOOM BANG!

Democratic-Republicans

2004-10-18T19:17:00.000-05:00

Today, we as a nation are stuck in an era where both major political parties have more similarities than differences. Americans are stuck in a lack of a sixth party system. The previous five were defined by specific event which either pushed one party ahead of the other or made complete changes to American Democracy (they are Jeffersonian Democrats, Jacksonian Democrats, Lincoln elected as 3rd party candidate, the Progressives, FDR's "New Deal"). Not since the "New Deal" has there been a single event or cause that has dramatically changed either the Democrats or Republicans. As time rolls by, both parties have become more and more like each other.

That is why I have a new propostition: the Democrats and Republicians of America should set aside their minimal differences and join hands. Just think: both parties are controlled by lobbyists, both usually support each other when they're not in an election season (look at how the war was started), and both suck major ass! Yes, there are a few Democrats and (need I say) Republicans out there who actually believe in what they stand for, but those suckers are more than outnumbered! Its time to change the system!

Voting for Kerry is just because Bush is more conservative about his issues than the average Republician (look at his stance on stem-cell research, etc). Another thing I'd like to state: in local elections, party affiliation seems to be less of a way to define a politician rather than their actual stance on issues. Don't get me wrong, it is still a problem, just not as much as it is on a national level.

To those who think I'm crazy: you can continue to blindly elect your Democrats and Republicans with the thought that something will actually change, you can still support the Democrats thinking they really give a damn about the everyday American people, but when they fuck you in the ass, remember that I'll be the one sitting in the corner, whispering melodically: "I told you so".

The Times, They Aren't A-Changing

2004-10-12T23:06:00.000-05:00

This is the second post of the day and the news is bad. For one, David Cobb and Michael Badnarik have been arrested. In case you're wondering who the hell these people are, Cobb is the Green Party Presidental Candidate and Badnarik is the Libertarian Party Presidental Candidate. These two were arrested in St. Louis for crossing a police barricade near the start of Friday night's debate. They crossed this barricade because not only were they denied the right to participate in the debate, but were also denied the right to sit in the audience and question the other two candidates policies. David Cobb's message is simple: "To expose the undemocratic nature of these debates, this election and our government. These are not debates, these are infomercials." So in retrospect, two presidental canditates are arrested, the media is making no deal of this, and their voices aren't anywhere to be heard.
I would like to take this oppurtunity to spread my deepest sympathies towards the family and friends of Rodney Dangerfield. This man had my respect. I will close this post with one of his quotes.
“I could tell my parents hated me. My bath toys were a toaster and a radio.”

Sources: www.votecobb.org, www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6187264/

The Dark Days

2004-10-12T16:32:00.000-05:00

Have you been following the debates? If so you'll know that the President is being excuted to supreme fashion among gloirious mistakes. Yes, that last sentence makes as much sense as the debates. First of all, John Kerry has been doing well; it's as simple as that. He's not as much of a doushbag as the public takes him out to be, and I believe the debates have proven this. Not that he's not an ass, he is. Kerry just isn't a complete ass. That also doesn't mean that these debates aren't needless, fake, and childish, because to a certain degree they still are. Enough said.

Doesn't it piss you off when pro-life, anti-sodomy, pro-"Jesus says Fuck You" protestors are holding gigantic posters of dead fetuses half a block away from an elementary school? I guess it goes to show that Americans really have no sense of decency. I have been approached by many crazy fools who tell me statistics of how Democrats lie. I KNOW THEY LIE! Now get it through your thick skull that Republicians lie! Damn that two-party system to Hell, I'm not a two-way freak! Many crazy Fundementalists tell you that a vote for Kerry means you're going to hell. The fool is Roman Catholic!

By the way, I would like everyone to know that I'm running for County Supervisor for Soil and Water Conservation in District 5. This will only apply to Ramsey County, and you'll have to write in "Joey Midwaye" because I'm not on the ballot (see what injustices I have to deal with?). If elected I promise to fully maintain my job AND keep everything cool.

Witness Tonight's Sham

2004-09-30T10:58:00.000-05:00

Tonight you will see an American tradition gone to hell. Watch as the world's most powerful and the one who wants his spot neglect to have a real human discussion. The social atmosphere will be lacking, the topics and comments will be already known; tonight we the people will learn nothing. As Americans, tonight we shall all sit down and enjoy the entertainment provided by the national networks.

Yo, Midwaye is back, shit he never left,
I was in the science lab cookin' some meth,
Those cool fools point at you and say,
"You know you wish you was Joey Midwaye!"
My rhymes be dirtier than an outdoor biff,
So stand aside while I light a spliff.

I'm out, peace to the Grasshoppaz (we comin' back!)

Autumnal Equinox

2004-09-23T00:15:00.000-05:00

One divine being stated once: "the man is close to God, the Grasshopper is infinate." I don't know which one, I'll have to look it up. I'm surprized at the idiots who take Astronomy 100, how did they get into school?
Updates: Midwaye is doing alright, the coolest thing about Stevens Point so far besides the nature stetting is the tobacco shop disguised as a head shop.
As the official Advocater of the College Greens, I am one to speak out against those ill-minded Republicians and blind Democrats of today. Will Kerry be elected? No. If he is elected will he do a good job? No. Am I a hypocrite-shmuck because I'm voting for him anyway? Yes.

I am nearly the only one with good music taste among my Wisconsin peers. Why do people listen to Creed? Why Linkin Park? Why are there so many Dave Matthews fans in college? Joey's Discovery: even fools who normally listen to shitty rap, etc. will listen to Dave Matthews just because they're in college.

I don't care what anyone says: Signs was a good film. The Butterfly Effect was an entertaining peice of pointless trash. Violence in Passion of the Christ was going a little overboard. Lawrence of Arabia is the best film ever made.

Joey Is King

2004-09-18T12:32:00.000-05:00

My blog is ill like John Stuart Mill. My name is Joey Midwaye, I am the Second Coming in form of blog. Just so you know, the one true religion is Rastafarianism. The Second Coming also likes to bust a flow. I gotta shout out props to the prophet known as Chance. He predicted my Coming. Well, what do you all think? I am here! Reply to His Divine Roosta!

Joey

2004-05-24T16:14:00.000-05:00

Chance, I created this blog to invite you to my graduation party on Saturday, June 26th. Why create a blog now when I can just tell you next week? I don't know, I guess I'm pretty bored trying to make these open house fliers.