Monthly Archives: September 2011

Immortal Technique Schools Russia-Today : A Must See

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Taylor C. Noakes

I wasn’t entirely familiar with Immortal Technique before I saw this interview, though I’m hoping my good buddy George will burn me a copy of some of his work. Hell, after watching this, I may actually buy his music legitimately. … Continue reading →

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A Night at the Opera РScenes from a Samedi Soir̩e

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Taylor C. Noakes

So last night was the season opening of the Opéra de Montréal and I was fortunate enough to get invited by a friend who regularly reviews opera for Rover Arts an online Montréal arts review. I was only able to … Continue reading →

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New Photos collection – the Jacques Cartier Bridge

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Taylor C. Noakes

Check out this new series of photos I snapped back in May crossing the Jacques-Cartier – definitely a must-do for all Montrealers; can be a tad on the hair-raising side, especially if you go into the big Art-Deco structure near … Continue reading →

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New on Vinyl – Peter Gabriel IV (Security)

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Taylor C. Noakes

When I first looked up this album to get some basic background information, I was astounded to see Robert Christgau, who I usually think is right on the money, gave this album a C+ rating. What can I say, I … Continue reading →

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HEC students in hot water over blackface stunt…

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Taylor C. Noakes

Here’s the link. I’m not sure what to make of this. On one hand, I’ve taken a couple of American history courses, so I’m familiar with the racist implications of blackface. I’m also cognizant that there are American academics (Black, … Continue reading →

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Two new Sovereign Socialist blog-posts

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Taylor C. Noakes

1. Unpaid Internships and the Death of Dreaming Have you tried looking for a job lately? Apparently there’s a major economic recession going on, despite the oft-too-rosy predictions and prognostications of the federal Tories. And who’s bearing the brunt of … Continue reading →

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