Favorite Websites and Oddities

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Neil Krug Photography

Neil Krug has quite simply the most interesting take on lomo photography I've ever seen. He's scheduled to release a Pulp Art book later in 2009. His collaboration with supermodel Joni Harbeck is superb. The West is the best.

Visit Neil's site and get his his book.

Simplified Clothing

A Detroit-collective. These thinkers and pushers, create Michigan stuff to stand behind. Detroit is my home. Its their home too. My current favorite is the Murder Mitten.

Visit Simplified Clothing.

Music

Minutiae Bol Podcast

Answering tough questions, like "What is a Bather?" and tackling subjects like, "How to make a proper cover song." Randomness from my hometown of Mount Clemens. Drink it in. New episodes each week.

Listen to the Minutiae Bol Podcast Online.

Websites

Mid Century Modernist

I'm a junkie for fiberglass and wood-paneling. This site is an excellent gateway into other mid-century sites. I especially like their Flickr pool.

Visit www.midcenturymoderist.com.

Graphic Arts

Justin Bua

I feel like I?��Ǩ�Ѣm in a an episode of Good Times featuring the Beastie Boys when I look at the work of this incredibly talented fine artist.

Grab his book on Amazon or visit his website.

Music, Graphic Arts

Tycho / ISO-50

Scott Hansen is a musical and graphics prodigy. I get lost in tracks like Away from Home and The Disconnect.

Visit ISO50.com.

Music

Alan Parsons Project

The Alan Parson's I remember was akin to the Moody Blues. But I recently heard a mix via ISO50.com and it made me a believer. How could I have missed this? Not sure, but now its on repeat. Also highlighted is Pyramid and Mammagamma.

Pick it up on Amazon.

Transportation

Speed Studio Design

Electric cars, bikes and generally excellent product design of Eric Stoddard. Let's take these designs back to Detroit and share a thing or two with the Big 3.

Visit www.speedstudiodesign.com