:: Friday, September 30, 2005 ::

Went to the doctor and all I have to show for it is ALIEN EYESSSSssssssssssss!

:: from Bullette at 4:38 PM

One of my rock boyfriends, Nick Cave, has been busy with his wife and with writing the script and music for the film The Proposition. The film is set in the 1880s and stars Guy Pearce (remember Memento?) as the middle of three bushranger brothers who is asked by police to betray one sibling in order to save the other. This article says that he's worked on a Gladiator sequel(?!?). And yes, just as I love the "fat" Elvis, I do accept NC's facial hair wholeheartedly - photo taken at the The Proposition premiere.

:: from Bullette at 6:10 AM

Origivation Magazine CD Review
Hangnail Phillips
Wit's End
Hangnail Phillips is a golden god. I have begun praying regularly that he and his partner in crime, Monika Bullette, will save the world, or at least continue to share their music with us, cuz, holy shit, this stuff is mind-blowingly good. Influences from all over the world and all over history color Wit's End, making it one of the most complex, gutsy, and experiential albums I've ever heard. It's easily the bravest, most honest record I've heard since I reviewed Bullette's newest album last month. Please do yourself a favor and check out Hangnail's work - on Wit's End he has lain himself out for you to examine wholly, and it's an opportunity one should not miss.
Self-Released
www.hangnailphillips.com

:: from Bullette at 6:47 AM

Wahh! I wasn't even considered for Miss Indie Rock 2005 - I'll be putting some vaseline on my teeth for 2006. See the contenders here.

:: from Bullette at 6:29 AM

In the name of nostalgia and a lightning prod memory of how cool Steve McQueen really is I'll post the flyer from the first gig:

:: from Bullette at 6:59 PM

The DAP3 show went swimmingly. Special thanks to Tim Coslar for coordination and $$$ and being a champion of local music. The Invasion have broken up for good and those of you who never saw them missed a terrific live show - listen here.

:: from Bullette at 6:27 AM

The News Journal (Delaware) had an expose on Bullette today. Among the many kind things Ryan Cormier wrote: "The impressive mix of shimmering pop, classic rock and techno sounds has introduced the world to Bullette, a genre-defying artist in an area where cover bands thrive and undefinable music usually falls by the wayside." - entire article here

William Bretzger took the photo - click on it for a large version.

:: from Bullette at 10:04 AM

Old School Newark Dave McGurgan reviews "The Secrets" and promotes the DAP3 show in one fell swoop.

Excerpt:
"Take Bullette for instance. Essentially a one-woman band, Bullette is Monika Bullette who has just released her debut album, “The Secrets.” Songs such as the moody and ethereal “I Can’t Tell You While I’m Smiling” and the slightly raucous “Night Starts Over” are reminiscent of other great little known, but totally worthy artists such as Suzanne Lewis and Azalia Snail. But Bullette is at her best when she keeps things simple, as she does on “Disappearing Act,” which is a Brazilian-infused acoustic ballad that is stunningly subtle and sexy." - full article here


Also: after you've recovered from the DAP3 show, git yerself to New York CBGB's NY Decay's benefit for the animal victims of Katrina - Sunday September 18, 2pm-2 am. - http://nydecay.com/nydecay.htm

:: from Bullette at 12:14 PM

The lovely Brenda Stardom, a transplanted American in Portugal, has reviewed "The Secrets". One of the many great lines - "The songs are crafted like a Frank Lloyd Wright or even a Michaelangelo." - the rest here...

I get more than a kick out of this for some reason - esp. the Emin bed one - modern art with little people.

:: from Bullette at 6:53 AM

Ryan Cormier of the News Journal came by a BULLETTE practice last night and asked some probing questions. Expect to see some photos and read some answers in Saturday's Delaware paper.

:: from Bullette at 6:32 AM

AMEN! The original pledge was written by a Baptist minister's son, Francis Bellamy, to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' landing in America and did not include the reference to God. Congress adopted the pledge in 1942 and "under God" was added in 1954.

:: from Bullette at 6:16 PM

There is a new song collaboration ("Bare to the Sun") just in time for the DAP3 show... and Hangnail has a new song ("Winds of Change") on his site for your listening pleasure too.

:: from Bullette at 10:57 PM

5 days until DAP3 - please tell your friends - this will be a GREAT show with GREAT bands.

:: from Bullette at 6:25 AM

I like the Like - esp. the synchronized swimmers in their video - Boyz are going to love these doe-eyed girls with high boots and short pants. The drummer has a nice holly hobby fashion sense too. And on further investigation - they're semi-rock royalty - well connected... SEE THE LIKE

:: from Bullette at 9:37 AM

I'm featured in today's Podcast NYC: Podsafe Music!
Artist: Bullette
Title: Show Me
Album: The Secrets
Monika Bullette makes glorious indie music. Show Me is a haunting cut with scratchy guitars and a neo-surf music feel. I won't waste anytime trying to further categorize her work. Have a listen for yourself and get ready for sweet musical adventure. Check out Bullette on the web at http://www.bullette.net.

:: from Bullette at 7:29 PM

This is what happens when you try to give a haircut to a struggling dog.

There is a yet another wave of tragedy going on in the Gulf - please give to reunite people and their pets and feed and care for abandoned animals: ASPCA and PETA disaster relief funds. Local shelters are accepting pet supplies (canned & dry food, pet carriers, cat litter & litter boxes, dog leashes/collars, towels and blankets) to be shipped or carried along with rescue workers. I am hoping that isn't true that "they" are forcing residents to leave their animals behind.

:: from Bullette at 6:03 AM

Is It Possible?? Clash Reform?? ... Armstrong "pledges to sport Strummer's classic mohawk when the tour gets underway" - UGH!!!

:: from Bullette at 11:29 PM

"The Secrets" was nicely reviewed (translation coming soon) in the TWANG! section of the Dutch magazine KINDAMUSIK:

"Toch is The Secrets een plaat die per draaibeurt mooier en interessanter wordt. Wat dat betreft is de titel uitstekend gekozen. Bullettes stem heeft wel wat weg van die van Nancy Sinatra en komt het best tot zijn recht in de opener ‘Show Me’, het uitermate zonnige ‘Don’t Start Believin'’ en het hypnotiserende prijsnummer ‘We Are Not from Sugar.’ Wellicht zou Monika Bullette gebaat zijn bij iets meer uniformiteit, maar vooralsnog dwingen haar experimenteerdrift en onconventionele aanpak wel respect af." - full review here

:: from Bullette at 6:39 AM

Wishful thinking on Juliette's part?

:: from Bullette at 6:02 AM

Why, yes, Delaware is ready to rock, from top to bottom - On Sept. 17, several local Delaware bands get a chance to shine at the third annual Delaware Alternative Pop Festival at the Delaware Association of Police (2201 Lancaster Ave., Wilmington.) The bill features five local acts ranging from rock to punk to hip-hop including The Cocks, Endless Mike Jam Box, The Invasion, Bullette and Splitfaces. It's $10 at the door to get into what has grown to a much-anticipated show each year. - from the Delaware News Journal

:: from Bullette at 8:55 AM

WHERE IS MY BIG STAR?? "Alex Chilton, who lived in the 9th Ward and refused to leave, hasn't been heard from, and there are meny people who are worried about him." - rumor has it he's fine!

also - words of wisdom from the (sadly very ailing) Bettie Page:
YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT
MASTER YOUR EMOTIONS
DON'T LET YOUR PAST POISON YOUR FUTURE

Gretchen Mol is set to play BP in an upcoming biopic - I saw GM on Broadway do Neil LaBute's THE SHAPE OF THINGS. Though I don't think she warrants a Vanity Fair frosty room cover, she'll probably do just fine.

:: from Bullette at 6:24 AM

BEFORE AND AFTER SHOTS: It goes without saying that you should donate some money to help the Gulf Coast cope with the disaster - it's tax deductible and it will make you feel less helpless and heartsick. Here is a list of FEMA approved aid providers.

:: from Bullette at 6:58 AM