halfwaynorth (the best opening band in AMERICA)

5 Things: iTunes Random - Chris Darby

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:47:56 -0600

1. Rush Different Stages Stick It OutLet’s face it, Rush is an amazing power trio....

Fashion Envy: The #1 Stunner Being the #1 Stunner requires...

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:27:54 -0600

Fashion Envy: The #1 Stunner

Being the #1 Stunner requires grooming at a very young age. Training is intense, but yields great results!

Thanks to Amber A. for the great pic!

— Jason Abraham

Music Envy: Whodini - Freaks come out at night Who can deny the...

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:53:00 -0600

Music Envy: Whodini - Freaks come out at night

Who can deny the pure awesomeness of this Brooklyn based trio’s hit “Freaks come out at night?” This song is a far cry from current hip hop, featuring a full on singing embrace of friendship followed by the sweet surrender of a 1980’s hip hop beat.

Gear Envy: WOS by Brothers - The worlds most powerful iPod...

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:37:00 -0600

Gear Envy: WOS by Brothers - The worlds most powerful iPod Speaker.

What is it? The Wall of Sound is 225 lbs of tube amp powered,handcrafted speaker. Interfacing with an iPod dock.

Why do you want it? Sometimes you just need to listen to your iPod on 11. And by sometimes I mean ALL THE TIME.

Geek Specs: 3’x4’ (huge), 28 elements, 40Hz-20kHz, 8 ohms, crossover frequencies: 1000k & 5500k, 125 Watts,

Price: 5 Grand.

Not sure who is buying this product, but if it’s you… I’ll be over @ 7.

— Jason Abraham

Music Envy: Carl Sagan - A Glorious Dawn This has been around...

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:51:02 -0600

Music Envy: Carl Sagan - A Glorious Dawn

This has been around for quite some time, but here @ hwn central it’s been on repeat all morning. Just wanted to share for anyone who hasn’t seen it, and if you have it’s a great time to take a listen!

Celebrity Look-alike: Presidential Edition: Joseph Shields vs...

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:22:00 -0600

Celebrity Look-alike: Presidential Edition: Joseph Shields vs Teddy Roosevelt

(26th President of the United States)

I think what Joe and the Rough Rider himself have most in common is their “cowboy” image and persona. You may try your best to try and rope Joe in, but he always manages to let himself loose.

Random Fact: After taking 4 years off, Roosevelt failed to grab the Republican nomination. He re-ran in 1912 under the Bull Moose Party. He came in 2nd behind Woodrow Wilson. He is the only third party candidate to finish in second place for the office of president.

Celebrity Look-ALike: Jason Abraham vs Benjamin Harrison (23rd...

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:01:00 -0600

Celebrity Look-ALike: Jason Abraham vs Benjamin Harrison (23rd President of the United States)

It’s all in the beard.

Random Fact: Harrison holds the 2nd highest number of states admitted into the Union with 6. Washington leads the pack.

Band News: Sub T

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:52:25 -0600

halfwaynorth was just offered a gig to play Sub T. We’re not sure it will work with our...

Gear Envy: The guts of a hand-made, hand-wired guitar amplifier.

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:35:00 -0600

Gear Envy: The guts of a hand-made, hand-wired guitar amplifier.: Some seriously cool shots and...

Gear Envy: Star Wars AT-AT from Hasbro. From the Hasbro press...

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:24:00 -0600

Gear Envy: Star Wars AT-AT from Hasbro.

From the Hasbro press release :

In space, size does matter, and Hasbro certainly kept that in mind when creating its all-new, highly detailed STAR WARS AT-AT. The AT-AT (All Terrain Armored Transport) played a significant role in the Empire’s military assault in THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, and it will play an equally important role in every fan’s toy collection this year! Measuring more than 24 inches tall, nearly 28 inches long, and 12 inches wide, this colossal vehicle holds up to 20 STAR WARS figures – 6 of which can fit in its head alone! – and includes so many play and electronic features true to its on-screen counterpart that it’s hard to believe! From the zip-line in its body and articulated legs for superb poseability, to its LED lights and authentic movie sounds and phrases, this is the must-have addition for STAR WARS fans of all ages. Includes a 3 ¾ inch AT-AT driver action figure and a pop-out speeder bike.

AMAZING. Due out in August 2010 and should retail for about $100.

Music Envy: Steve Smith Drum Solo Although Steve ends up looking...

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:25:48 -0600

Music Envy: Steve Smith Drum Solo

Although Steve ends up looking a little dorky because he has a headset on, his technique and control are out of this world.

Steve’s videos, tips and tricks have helped out Darby’s drumming to the Nth degree over the past year. They’ve even helped me learn a thing or two about drums and drumming.

— Jason Abraham

Ghost Shuffle Mastering Day/Restlest Heart

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:11:48 -0600

Today the band heads over to Colossal Mastering to finish up the EP. Despite the fact that the last...

The Making of Ghost Shuffle: Darby shares his thoughts on...

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:25:15 -0600

The Making of Ghost Shuffle:

Darby shares his thoughts on aspiring to be the best opening band in America.

Music Envy: Florence and The Machine

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:00:00 -0600

I was just introduced to Florence + The Machine yesterday. The musicians seem to rotate behind the...

Music Envy: As Tall As Lions

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 08:00:00 -0600

My first introduction to As Tall As Lions came when Darby was on tour as a drum tech for Under the...

Celebrity Look-Alike : Chris Darby vs. David Spade Follow...

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:34:49 -0600

Celebrity Look-Alike :

Chris Darby vs. David Spade

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Food Envy: Dublin Dr. Pepper. There is nothing better to help...

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:06:00 -0600

Food Envy: Dublin Dr. Pepper.

There is nothing better to help out a late night recording session than Dr. Peeps. Why not take it old school and enjoy the rich taste of DP with Imperial Cane Sugar? This is the original recipe from the Dr. Himself, Wade Morrison.

Try Me!!

Fashion Envy: Body Pillows

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:49:00 -0600

Fashion Envy: Body Pillows: No words can be spoken. Kamiko-tan

Gear Envy: Fuzz Head What is it? 100% Grade A Creamy Fuzz...

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 12:36:00 -0600

Gear Envy: Fuzz Head

What is it?

100% Grade A Creamy Fuzz Dreams. or Fuzz Head by Keeley Electronics.

Why do I get goosebumps when I turn it on?

The Fuzz Head only has two knobs. Fuzz and Head. The fuzz controls the amount of drive and Head controls volume. It also has a Silicon/Geranium selector switch which controls what diodes it goes through. The “SI” mode inserts two diodes (one silicon and one germanium in parallel.) It increases the gain and compression a bit for more sustain and for more of an overdrive mode. The end result, a true set it and forget it pedal - no matter where the knobs/switches are it sounds great.

Hear:

Geek Specs:

NPN Germanium Transistor, Silicon Diode, True Bypass, Large Blue LED(A Keeley Trademark)

— Jason Abraham

Local Spotlight: Welcome to Ashley

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:29:56 -0600

I was first introduced to Welcome to Ashley through a mutual friend, Vince Cassamatta. Vince had...