Author Archives: Janos Marton

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About Janos Marton

Janos Marton is a lawyer, advocate and writer.

The Peoples’ Choice: Man on Fire vs. Just Like Heaven

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Janos Marton

And then there were two.   I know voting in a music tournament was the last thing on folks’ minds this week, so thank you to all who were able to vote.  Hopefully everyone is doing alright and has had … Continue reading →

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Electricity

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Janos Marton

Hurricane Sandy knocked out power in 240,000 lower Manhattan homes, including my 14th street abode.   I have been without electricity for two days, and will be without it for several more.   With that in mind, I invite readers … Continue reading →

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PCT 2: Final Four!

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Janos Marton

(Because Hurricane Sandy has wreaked havoc on the coast, and knocked out many peoples’ power, including mine, voting will be extended until 11:59pm (EST) on Sunday.  Hopefully that will be enough time to get votes in.) What better way to … Continue reading →

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BONUS (STILL OPEN FOR VOTES) PCT II: Round of 32, Day 4

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Janos Marton

This should be a fascinating set- every matchup features contrasting styles and moods.  Are you feeling fired up and joyful or mellow and introspective?  We’ll see how the votes play out.  Listen here and vote by commenting below by MIDNIGHT … Continue reading →

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PCT II: Round of 32, Day 2 Results

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Janos Marton

I had to update this post repeatedly, as events on the ground kept shifting.  Man on Fire overcame a week Tuesday to post glitzy Wednesday numbers.  John Prine and the Great Lake Swimmers likewise pulled away as the hour grew … Continue reading →

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PCT II: Round of 32, Day 2

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Janos Marton

Here’s to the most unnecessary holiday of the year!  I hope many of you got to kick it instead of heading into work today.   To celebrate, take in these fines tunes on Grooveshark (except Man on Fire), and vote by commenting below … Continue reading →

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End It, Don’t Mend: The War on Drugs Stops Now

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Janos Marton

The War on Drugs should have ended a long time ago, and everyone knows this.   It rips apart communities, sends millions of non-violent teenagers through the criminal justice system, and dumps the rest of us with an enormous prison … Continue reading →

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PCT II: R64, Day 7 Results (with bonus Guillermo story)

Posted on October 6, 2012 by Janos Marton

As expected, the Day 7 crew somewhat underwhelmed.  None of the matches were particularly close, but the thin spread between the winners suggests that path to the Sweet 16 is still wide open. Big Pimpin’ (Jay-Z feat. UGK) def. What’s My … Continue reading →

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PCT Round of 64: Day 5 Results

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Janos Marton

Low turnout, folks.  Let’s turn things up a notch as we close out this round and move into the round of 32. 1901 (Phoenix) def. #41 (Dave Matthews Band),  66-59.5. September (Earth, Wind and Fire) def.  For Reverend Green (Animal Collective), … Continue reading →

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PCT II: Round of 64, Day 7

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Janos Marton

Hip-hop titans and a medley of folk, rock and 80s will lead us towards the weekend.  Is it the end of the line for Bruce Springsteen?  How will heart-throb Bon Iver fare? In the first round all of these songs … Continue reading →

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