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The day I was born, Michael Jackson's Thriller album was at the top of the Billboard 200. I've been trying my best to live up to that expectation ever since.

128 songs down to 32- Day 1 of Round 3!

Posted on October 7, 2012 by g-mo

All of the songs still alive have defeated two songs in our music tournament- one more stop to the Sweet 16. More critically, every day of songs will have 8 contenders, one of whom will win a spot in the … Continue reading →

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PCT 2, R64: Day 8 Results

Posted on October 7, 2012 by g-mo

Much like the Tim Tebow Broncos run, Hanson has gone to “cute and amusing” to “wait, really advancing through the playoffs?” “Thinkin’ Bout Something” shocks David Grey’s “Babylon” 100.95-97.1. With an average of 7.2, gotta do some hard thinking about the comeback … Continue reading →

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PCT II: R64, Day 6 Results

Posted on October 5, 2012 by g-mo

Big winner goes to “Little Drugs,” as Tristen racked up 79 points over “You & Me”‘s 70. So long, Penny & The Quarters. “All Eyes On You” holds off a strong showing from Rolling Stone’s “Hang Fire,” 76.75-74.3. “Mama’s Eyes” defeats “First … Continue reading →

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PCT II: Round of 64, Day 8 (Bonus Saturday!)

Posted on October 4, 2012 by g-mo

Friends, due to the late start this week we have a rare opportunity that you (yes you) can take advantage of- voting open on Saturday! To close out the Round of 64 and keep momentum up on the tourney, these … Continue reading →

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HCS (III, 8): Seven Stories About The Fall of 2006

Posted on October 4, 2012 by g-mo

“Trouble, feels like every time I get back on my feet she come around and knock me down again.” -Ray LaMontagne Story 1: Niko Leaves Niko and the Boss were out very, very suddenly, and without fanfare or celebration. I … Continue reading →

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PCT II: Round of 64, Day 6

Posted on October 2, 2012 by g-mo

Friends, the getting off schedule on this week is 100% my fault- apologies. I was on the conference circuit last weekend in Denver, spent Sunday barbecuing with old Biloxi transplant friends, and the LTD schedule got away from me. However, … Continue reading →

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PCT II: Round of 64, Day 3 Results

Posted on September 28, 2012 by g-mo

One upset and three comfortable wins. After looking very strong in the initial survey of competitors, Coldplay takes an early exit as “Sequestered In Memphis” by Hold Steady knocks off “Til Kingdom Come,” 85.3-83.95. “Pulling On A Line” wins comfortably over “Make … Continue reading →

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PCT II: Round of 64, Day 1 Results

Posted on September 25, 2012 by g-mo

The results are in, and our first 4 songs progressing to the Round of 32 have been set. Numbers on voters were a bit low (no thanks to me, crazy week this week. Trying my best to work in voting … Continue reading →

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PCT II: Round of 64, Day 3

Posted on September 25, 2012 by g-mo

Moving onward, we got some classics mixed in this one, as well as some new contenders in the folk category. Who moves on to the Round of 32? Up to you, voters. Playlist is here, votes are due by Thursday, … Continue reading →

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And Then There Were…PCT II Round of 64: Day 1

Posted on September 23, 2012 by g-mo

Whereas the first round of the music tournament tests our openness to the nominations, the second begins to test the staying power of the survivors. We’ll listen to the survivors advancing through the tournament- some may still score high, some … Continue reading →

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