Monday, July 30, 2007
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Namesake
Since my time with this blog is coming to a close, I thought it would be appropriate to discuss its namesake...
Box Full Of Letters was the first single released by one of my favorite bands, Wilco, back in 1995. It comes from their album A.M., which was released shortly after the breakup of Uncle Tupelo. The breakup of Uncle Tupelo resulted in Jay Farrar forming Son Volt and Jeff Tweedy forming Wilco with the rest of his former Tupelo bandmates. Uncle Tupelo are known as one of the founding members of what has been coined the alt-country genre. With A.M., Tweedy and Wilco stayed close to their Uncle Tupelo/alt-country roots, though Box Full Of Letters is pure pop:
Twelve years later, only two original Wilco members remain: Tweedy and John Stirratt. However, with the gradual additions of Glenn Kotche, Nels Cline, Pat Sansone, and Mikael Jorgensen, Wilco's current lineup is more solid and impressive than ever before. The following is a recent performance of Jesus, Etc., a track from 2002's Yankee Hotel Foxtrot:
Yankee Hotel Foxtrot is my favorite of Wilco's albums, and for those geeks who like to keep track of things (um...me), it also has a high rank on my personal list of Top 10 Favorite Albums. I tend to get lost in the frail beauty of YHF, and often leave it playing in my car for a week or so nonstop without even realizing that I've been listening to the same songs for days on end.
I'm going to see Wilco this September for the sixth time in the past five years in Columbia, Missouri. Due to my crazy schedule and complete lack of money this year, I haven't been able to see as many shows as I normally do. However, getting to see Wilco with one of my best friends along with some Shakespeare's and a cold beer will more than make up for this year's concert drought.
Box Full Of Letters was the first single released by one of my favorite bands, Wilco, back in 1995. It comes from their album A.M., which was released shortly after the breakup of Uncle Tupelo. The breakup of Uncle Tupelo resulted in Jay Farrar forming Son Volt and Jeff Tweedy forming Wilco with the rest of his former Tupelo bandmates. Uncle Tupelo are known as one of the founding members of what has been coined the alt-country genre. With A.M., Tweedy and Wilco stayed close to their Uncle Tupelo/alt-country roots, though Box Full Of Letters is pure pop:
Twelve years later, only two original Wilco members remain: Tweedy and John Stirratt. However, with the gradual additions of Glenn Kotche, Nels Cline, Pat Sansone, and Mikael Jorgensen, Wilco's current lineup is more solid and impressive than ever before. The following is a recent performance of Jesus, Etc., a track from 2002's Yankee Hotel Foxtrot:
Yankee Hotel Foxtrot is my favorite of Wilco's albums, and for those geeks who like to keep track of things (um...me), it also has a high rank on my personal list of Top 10 Favorite Albums. I tend to get lost in the frail beauty of YHF, and often leave it playing in my car for a week or so nonstop without even realizing that I've been listening to the same songs for days on end.
I'm going to see Wilco this September for the sixth time in the past five years in Columbia, Missouri. Due to my crazy schedule and complete lack of money this year, I haven't been able to see as many shows as I normally do. However, getting to see Wilco with one of my best friends along with some Shakespeare's and a cold beer will more than make up for this year's concert drought.
More On Copyright...
Mom Sues Universal Music for DMCA Abuse
Home Video of Dancing Toddler Yanked From YouTube After Bogus Claim
San Francisco - The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) filed suit today against Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), asking a federal court to protect the fair use and free speech rights of a mother who posted a short video of her toddler son dancing to a Prince song on the Internet.
Stephanie Lenz's 29-second recording shows her son bouncing along to the Prince song "Let's Go Crazy," which is heard playing in the background. Lenz uploaded the home video to YouTube in February to share it with her family and friends.
But last month, YouTube informed Lenz that it had removed the video from its website after Universal claimed that the recording infringed a copyright controlled by the music company. Under federal copyright law, a mere allegation of copyright infringement can result in the removal of content from the Internet.
"I was really surprised and angry when I learned my video was removed," said Lenz. "Universal should not be using legal threats to try to prevent people from sharing home videos of their kids with family and friends."
"Universal's takedown notice doesn't even pass the laugh test," said EFF Staff Attorney Corynne McSherry. "Copyright holders should be held accountable when they undermine non-infringing, fair uses like this video."
Last May, UMPG's parent company, Universal Music Group, sent a baseless copyright takedown demand to YouTube for a video podcast by political blogger Michelle Malkin. That video was quickly reposted after Malkin fought back.
"Copyright abuse can shut down online artists, political analysts, or -- as in this case -- ordinary families who simply want to share snippets of their day-to-day lives," said EFF Staff Attorney Marcia Hofmann. "Universal must stop making groundless infringement claims that trample on fair use and free speech."
The lawsuit asks for a declaratory judgment that Lenz's home video does not infringe any Universal copyright, as well as damages and injunctive relief restraining Universal from bringing further copyright claims in connection with the video.
This lawsuit is part of EFF's ongoing work to protect online free speech in the face of bogus copyright claims. EFF is currently working with Stanford's Fair Use Project to develop a set of "best practices" for proper takedowns under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
For the video (since reposted):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1KfJHFWlhQ
For the full complaint:
http://www.eff.org/legal/cases/lenz_v_universal/lenz_complaint_final.pdf
For more on DMCA abuse and free speech:
http://www.eff.org/IP/freespeech/
Contacts:
Corynne McSherry
Staff Attorney
Electronic Frontier Foundation
corynne@eff.org
Marcia Hofmann
Staff Attorney
Electronic Frontier Foundation
marcia@eff.org
Jason Schultz
Senior Staff Attorney
Electronic Frontier Foundation
jason@eff.org
Posted at 01:08 PM
Home Video of Dancing Toddler Yanked From YouTube After Bogus Claim
San Francisco - The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) filed suit today against Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), asking a federal court to protect the fair use and free speech rights of a mother who posted a short video of her toddler son dancing to a Prince song on the Internet.
Stephanie Lenz's 29-second recording shows her son bouncing along to the Prince song "Let's Go Crazy," which is heard playing in the background. Lenz uploaded the home video to YouTube in February to share it with her family and friends.
But last month, YouTube informed Lenz that it had removed the video from its website after Universal claimed that the recording infringed a copyright controlled by the music company. Under federal copyright law, a mere allegation of copyright infringement can result in the removal of content from the Internet.
"I was really surprised and angry when I learned my video was removed," said Lenz. "Universal should not be using legal threats to try to prevent people from sharing home videos of their kids with family and friends."
"Universal's takedown notice doesn't even pass the laugh test," said EFF Staff Attorney Corynne McSherry. "Copyright holders should be held accountable when they undermine non-infringing, fair uses like this video."
Last May, UMPG's parent company, Universal Music Group, sent a baseless copyright takedown demand to YouTube for a video podcast by political blogger Michelle Malkin. That video was quickly reposted after Malkin fought back.
"Copyright abuse can shut down online artists, political analysts, or -- as in this case -- ordinary families who simply want to share snippets of their day-to-day lives," said EFF Staff Attorney Marcia Hofmann. "Universal must stop making groundless infringement claims that trample on fair use and free speech."
The lawsuit asks for a declaratory judgment that Lenz's home video does not infringe any Universal copyright, as well as damages and injunctive relief restraining Universal from bringing further copyright claims in connection with the video.
This lawsuit is part of EFF's ongoing work to protect online free speech in the face of bogus copyright claims. EFF is currently working with Stanford's Fair Use Project to develop a set of "best practices" for proper takedowns under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
For the video (since reposted):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1KfJHFWlhQ
For the full complaint:
http://www.eff.org/legal/cases/lenz_v_universal/lenz_complaint_final.pdf
For more on DMCA abuse and free speech:
http://www.eff.org/IP/freespeech/
Contacts:
Corynne McSherry
Staff Attorney
Electronic Frontier Foundation
corynne@eff.org
Marcia Hofmann
Staff Attorney
Electronic Frontier Foundation
marcia@eff.org
Jason Schultz
Senior Staff Attorney
Electronic Frontier Foundation
jason@eff.org
Posted at 01:08 PM
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Seasick, Yet Still Docked
I've been dealing with some mystery malaise since last Wednesday, back in Pittsburgh. It began with dizziness, then morphed into dizziness plus bad headaches and what I refer to as "brain fog". The brain fog made me feel like I was drugged, and even caused me to slur my speech a bit. Scary! Last Saturday at work was awful, and I finally got to a doctor on Sunday who assured me that it wasn't a stroke or anything but perhaps a virus.
This week I've been feeling better little by little. The brain fog has gone away, but I still get dizziness and headaches. I am so looking forward to the end of this semester so I can relax for a moment and catch up on some sleep on my days off from work. Until then, I shall remain the Dizzy Girl...
This week I've been feeling better little by little. The brain fog has gone away, but I still get dizziness and headaches. I am so looking forward to the end of this semester so I can relax for a moment and catch up on some sleep on my days off from work. Until then, I shall remain the Dizzy Girl...
Sunday, July 22, 2007
Pinch Me
I am finally done with Koha! Am not sure what exactly to post, though. Here's my link to my virtual shelf, which obviously cannot be accessed until logged in. And here is a list of my books:
1. Killing Yourself To Live – Chuck Klosterman – 0743264452
2. Sex, Drugs, And Cocoa Puffs - Chuck Klosterman - 0743236009
3. Dry - Augusten Burroughs – 0312272057
4. The Dharma Bums - Jack Kerouac – 0140042520
5. Desolation Angels - Jack Kerouac –1573225053
6. Wonder Boys - Michael Chabon – 0679415882
7. Pigeon Feathers, And Other Stories – John Updike – 0816160082
8. The Sun Also Rises – Ernest Hemingway – 0791040755
9. High Fidelity - Nick Hornby – 1573220167
10. Black Swan Green: A Novel - David Mitchell – 1400063795
11. The Bust Guide To The New Girl Order - Edited by Marcelle Karp & Debbie Stoller – 0140277749
12. The World According To Garp - John Irving – 0679603069
13. Crossing California - Adam Langer – 1573222747
14. The Wilco Book - by Wilco and PictureBox, Inc – 0971367035
15. A Man Without A Country – Kurt Vonnegut – 141936457
1. Killing Yourself To Live – Chuck Klosterman – 0743264452
2. Sex, Drugs, And Cocoa Puffs - Chuck Klosterman - 0743236009
3. Dry - Augusten Burroughs – 0312272057
4. The Dharma Bums - Jack Kerouac – 0140042520
5. Desolation Angels - Jack Kerouac –1573225053
6. Wonder Boys - Michael Chabon – 0679415882
7. Pigeon Feathers, And Other Stories – John Updike – 0816160082
8. The Sun Also Rises – Ernest Hemingway – 0791040755
9. High Fidelity - Nick Hornby – 1573220167
10. Black Swan Green: A Novel - David Mitchell – 1400063795
11. The Bust Guide To The New Girl Order - Edited by Marcelle Karp & Debbie Stoller – 0140277749
12. The World According To Garp - John Irving – 0679603069
13. Crossing California - Adam Langer – 1573222747
14. The Wilco Book - by Wilco and PictureBox, Inc – 0971367035
15. A Man Without A Country – Kurt Vonnegut – 141936457
Friday, July 20, 2007
Cohort 7: Warm Fuzzies
Home again!...
I got back yesterday at four. It would have been nice to have gone to lunch with some of the gang before leaving, but I've been feeling a little wonky since Wednesday. My head is a little foggy, and I have some dizziness that makes it feel like I'm walking on a trampoline and not solid ground. Let's hope it's just stress, right?
Anyway, I had such a good time in Pittsburgh. I was a little nervous about the campus visit, and now that I've met most of my classmates, I'm a bit bummed that we won't get to see each other on a regular basis like the on-campus students. So many great, interesting people in our cohort! Am looking forward to seeing you all in October...
I have the day off today, and I'll be spending it in Hudson celebrating all things Harry Potter. Due to school, I won't be able to read the new book right away (boo!). Am hoping to stay clear of all spoilers until the end of the semester...
And before I go, here's a few photos from the visit:
I got back yesterday at four. It would have been nice to have gone to lunch with some of the gang before leaving, but I've been feeling a little wonky since Wednesday. My head is a little foggy, and I have some dizziness that makes it feel like I'm walking on a trampoline and not solid ground. Let's hope it's just stress, right?
Anyway, I had such a good time in Pittsburgh. I was a little nervous about the campus visit, and now that I've met most of my classmates, I'm a bit bummed that we won't get to see each other on a regular basis like the on-campus students. So many great, interesting people in our cohort! Am looking forward to seeing you all in October...
I have the day off today, and I'll be spending it in Hudson celebrating all things Harry Potter. Due to school, I won't be able to read the new book right away (boo!). Am hoping to stay clear of all spoilers until the end of the semester...
And before I go, here's a few photos from the visit:
Friday, July 13, 2007
Hello From Oakland
Big thanks to Mapquest for getting me here! A member of our cohort will be rooming with me tomorrow for just one day (her husband will be here Sunday, and Drew and Cosmo will be here Monday). Since I'm kind of shy, it's nice to be able to meet one of my fellow classmates before we all gather together tomorrow. Until then, I'm going to get some work done and get to bed early. See you all tomorrow!
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