Author Archives: theurbanllama

Bring on the Madness of March

Posted on March 21, 2013 by theurbanllama

March is synonymous with madness. Spring temps get peoples blood pumping, the whiskey flows on St. Patrick’s Day, and all that contributes to the insanity of trying to predict who will win college basketball’s national championship. One might think that … Continue reading →

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Corn and Shrimp Risotto on Tap for Birthday and Basketball

Posted on March 19, 2013 by theurbanllama

It was a big day at the Langley-Wilson household Saturday. In addition to Louisville playing for the Big East title (Wow what a comeback win!), it was also the birthday of Maia’s oldest son Gabriel. It was the big 1-0. … Continue reading →

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The Rand Paul Rant

Posted on March 14, 2013 by theurbanllama

I guess I will join the chorus of those applauding Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), for his nearly 13 hour rant on the floor of the U.S. Senate in an effort to delay the confirmation of John Brennan as the new … Continue reading →

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SHOWTIME UPDATE

Posted on March 12, 2013 by theurbanllama

SHOW ALERT: * Animal Collective w/Dan Deacon @ Madison Theater in Covington TONIGHT * Tyler the Creator is throwing down @ Newport Music Hall in Columbus TONIGHT * Django Django @ Newport Music Hall in Columbus WEDNESDAY * Todd Snider … Continue reading →

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Louisville’s 2013 Forecastle Festival Lineup Announced

Posted on March 12, 2013 by theurbanllama

This cold weather stuff can leave anytime, but until then I will settle for warm thoughts, and the arrival of artists who are scheduled to play at the 2013 Forecastle festival in Louisville, Ky. The big headliner is The Black … Continue reading →

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Chicken & Waffles

Posted on March 10, 2013 by theurbanllama

I got all Deep South last night in my Kentucky kitchen, and cooked up a mess of Chicken & Waffles to sooth my savage soul. The 8 and 9-year-old boys in the house found this to be quite amusing. They … Continue reading →

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Still Dead and Still Dreaming, Jimi Hendrix Releases New Disc

Posted on March 9, 2013 by theurbanllama

Jimi Hendrix remains alive and well, especially for a man who died 42 years ago. On Tuesday his estate released, “People, Hell and Angels,” a new Hendrix CD featuring 12 previously unreleased tracks, though a few of these have come … Continue reading →

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A Unique Farewell to Pope Benedict XVI

Posted on March 4, 2013 by theurbanllama

As the sun set in Rome Thursday, so did Pope Benedict XVI’s reign over the world’s 1.1 billion Catholics. It was oddly captivating to watch this man’s journey into retirement. Certainly none of us on this mortal planet have ever … Continue reading →

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Budgetary Sequestration to Further Marginalize Republican Party

Posted on February 27, 2013 by theurbanllama

I find it brazenly stupid that after the Republican Party had its ass handed to it in the 2012 election cycle, it now wants to give the high hat to President Obama by failing to compromise on deficit reduction, thus … Continue reading →

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2013 Oscars Fall Flat

Posted on February 25, 2013 by theurbanllama

Kentucky scored some love last night during the 85th Academy Awards, with Louisville native Jennifer Lawrence taking home the Best Actress Oscar for her portrayal in “Silver Linings Playbook.” Sure Jennifer took a stumble ascending the steps to receive her … Continue reading →

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