Jonathan Franzen is an author who I never heard of, but apperently I should have. He wrote a book back in the early 2000's called The Corrections, which Oprah removed from her book club, when he made a comment that he didn't like the idea of being on her book club. Freedom, is about a St. Paul democrat, Patty, who is going through some shit. She has lived her "cool mom raise my kids better than I was raised" life only to find her son is still rebelling, even though she did everything right. She's gotta bullshit Rush Limbaugh wannabe living across the street and an old friend, indie rock sensation Katz, shows up to test her marriage. This sounds kinda sitcomy, but it has a lot of depth to it and humor. It's a good read. Also, Franzen was on Fresh Air the other day so you can check that out.
LISTEN: Phosphorescent
Listen... I don't know one good goddamned thing about the band/guy that is Phosphorescent, alright, except that they are good. I haven't even checked out the wikipedia page. Listen to this song (video on actual post, if you are reading this on popular networking site book face) and then try not to be hooked. I put it on repeat at work all the time.
LISTEN: Phosphorescent
WATCH: Louie
Louie, starring Louis CK, is one of the best television shows I have seen in awhile. It's funny, obviosuly, but it is so dark and serious. It has a heart, and yet can still make you laugh fucking histarically. Louis CK has always been a great comedian, and even though his HBO series Lucky Louie didn't work, I think it's for the best. After It's Always Sunny did so well, Archer killed and The League had a promising first season, FX decided to gamble with another comedy. They fucking got sevens. I can't put into words how good Louie is, it's like Breaking Bad mixed with The Office. I wish the show was a full hour, because it's very fast paced, and seems to end to soon. But, definatly worth checking out. You can watch a handful of episodes here. Below is a scene from the 2nd episode which perfectly shows how much of the spectrum this show plays. It's 7 minutes long, but well worth it.
WATCH: Waiting for Guffman
Waiting for Guffman, written by Christopher Guest, followed in the mocumentary footsteps of it's predecssor Spinal Tap (also written by Guest). It is the tale of a small town in Kansas that is putting on a Sequisentinial play. Well, it just so happens that Corky St.Clair, former broadway actor, is now living in town and can direct. Hijinx ensue. These movies, Spinal Tap, Guffman, A Mighty Wind, Best in Show, For Your Consideration, they all just kill me. So funny, so real, so good. Everyone involved is just a pro. Rent this or check it out on Netflix soon.
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