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Fuck Yeah Ohio

February 2012

13 posts

“The kick-ass baristas, ice-cream slingers, mixologists, coffee roasters,...”

– Elizabeth Lessner, owner of Betty’s Fine Food & Spirits, Tip Top Kitchen & Cocktails and other local restaurants, on what makes Columbus great. (via columbusdispatch)

itsthemusic: Both halves of The Black Keys, Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney, talk about the flipsides of taking money for their music. UP NEXT: A profile of London’s favorite Johnny Depp pals The Tricks.

We Are Columbus Ohio, in their own words: Columbus Ohio is a hot bed for independent talent in music, art, and food. The city is an incredible birthplace for talent. The C-Bus music community is strong and works together unlike any other scene and people need to come see it in action. Spreading the good word about Ohio awesomeness is a cause we can support. Plus, there are some nice awards,...

"My Vacation," a poem by Neil Armstrong

lightthiscandle: Nine summers ago, I went for a visit, To see if the moon was green cheese. When we arrived, people on earth asked: “Is it?” We answered: “No cheese, no bees, no trees.” There were rocks and hills and a remarkable view Of the beautiful earth that you know, It’s a nice place to visit, and I’m certain that you will enjoy it when you go. -from the children’s...

January 2012

19 posts

Leonard Cohen (disclaimer: not an Ohioan) is a brilliant songwriter and performer, but I’ve always thought the production of his recordings overshadowed his songwriting. This is especially true for the production “catastrophe” (Cohen’s own word) Death of a Ladies’ Man. Fortunately, Greg Dulli is here to rescue “Paper Thin Hotel” from that album’s...

Artist Spotlight - COREROC

spoonfeedcbus: Coreroc, an artist who amazes us with his beautiful stencil work and bold graffiti style images. Coreroc lets us into his studio and lets us watch some of his work, while he talks about preconceptions about his style of work, and his experience as an artist in Columbus. If you live in Columbus, Ohio, you should be following spoonfeedcbus. COREROC, the subject of their video,...

Why another Black Keys post so soon after the last one? Because The Black Keys are headlining Coachella. That’s right. This puts The Black Keys on the same level as Radiohead, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg. Well done, Akron. Well done. Video: The Black Keys - Tighten Up - Directed By Chris Marrs Piliero (by Chris Marrs Piliero)

SPOONFEED'S GUIDE TO YOUR WEEKEND - 1/6

spoonfeedarticles: by Julian Smith (@DANGERSMITH) Congratulations, you’ve made it through the first week of 2012, which means you’re (apparently) only less than fifty away from doomsday! Thus, the goal of this weekend’s update is to get you all to go out into our fair city and celebrate your lives through live music, tasty eats, and general, youthful debauchery! As always, the 614 area is...

jackinthepocketblog: Way Yes - Important What...

December 2011

25 posts

The doctor is in.

How does an Ohio doctor celebrate his 100th birthday? He goes to work. He even still makes house calls. Dr. Fred Goldman served on the front lines during WWII and is sharper and more active than many not even half his age. Clearly a nomination for the Ohio Badass Hall of Fame is in order. (via Dr. Cranquis)

It's A Good Time to be in Columbus, Ohio

We’re only a week away from our first sneak peak of the new Tree Bar (Formerly Andyman’s Treehouse). The 19th Annual Andymanathon (CD101 For the Kids benefit) runs today through the 18th. The first annual Columbus Commons Holiday Fair starts today at 4PM and runs through Sunday. Mega Weekend! If you’re bored in Columbus this weekend, I can’t help you.

The Hobbit. By Kids, by golly.

PSA: Friend of the FYO, Len writes in with news that a bunch of kids are putting on a one-hour version of The Hobbit. The final performance is today, so check it out while you can. I’m passing this news on, because 1: Kids today can get through a play that long?! Back in my day, we were barely trusted to get through two or three songs at the holiday pageant. 2: Len runs a blog dedicated to...

Last year, Bicentennial Bear asked for an Afghan Whigs reunion. Next year, they’re going to get their wish. That’s right, The Afghan Whigs are reuniting! It’ll take a trip to All Tomorrow’s Parties in either London, England or Asbury Park, New Jersey, but seriously, it’s an Afghan Whigs reunion. If it’s on Earth, it’s worth the trip. Here’s...