Daily Archives: September 11, 2009

Free on Friday - The Alchemyst by Michael Scott

  By lecraic | September 11, 2009 - 2:13 pm | Books
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What is it? A book by Irish author Michael Scott. What’s it about? Two teenagers who get dragged into a fantastic adventure involving magic, myth, monsters, legends and a book that has the power to destroy the human race if it gets into the wrong hands. Will I like it? If you like fantasy that takes ancient myth and spins it into a roller coasting page turner, you will most definitely like it. Although a children’s book, this is a thoroughly enjoyable thriller that adults will enjoy too. Where can I get it? Via the link on openculture to download the PDF version. What’s the catch? There’s none. This is Free on Friday. It’s Free (and since it’s from the publisher, totally legit). If there is a downside, it’s that when you finish the book you’ll be bursting to get the next one. It’s a trilogy you see. If anyone … There’s more →

The Culchie Catch-Up (2)

  By Lottie | September 11, 2009 - 2:06 pm | Catch-Up, The Culch
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You may have noticed that we’re very busy little Culchies in here these days. But with so many posts and so little time we appreciate that you are busy too. So now, each week we will bring you the Culch.ie Catch-Up, a snap-shot of the weeks posts all condensed into one nice pretty list. We luv lists. Movies New Culchie Niall talks about the virtues of 3D movies. What’s your view? 3D or not 3D? Niall also discusses Disney’s forthcoming 2D (remember that?) movie The Princess and The Frog. Darren concluded Beatles week with his Beatles movie post. Keleher takes a view on the movies of M. Night Shyamalan. Music Check out Darragh’s post & video of their new single, S.E.C.R.E.T. It’s been a long while since the The Delorentos fabilis and awesome first album ‘In Love With Detail‘ and I am very much anticipating their second album “You Can … There’s more →

An offer no fan of Jade Goody could possibly refuse

  By darraghdoyle | September 11, 2009 - 12:52 pm | Celebs, The Culch, The Internet
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Want to be a star? Looking for a bit of acting work? Want to be in an up and coming film? Loved Jade Goody? I promise you this is a genuine posting over on Gumtree.com: For our friends with screenreaders: Would you like to feature in a film about Jade Goody? We are looking for the ultimate super fan. The only requirement is that you are over 18 years old or older. The person selected will receive a paid-for tattoo of the late reality star, which we will film for our production. After the filming, the tattoo is yours to keep! This a real opportunity for someone who is a genuine fan of Jade to get a chance to be part of an exciting tribute film to her. How could you possibly refuse?? As HolyMoly said “Please God, don’t let anyone be stupid or thick enough to get this done.”

Beethoven’s music in graphics (Symphony no. 5, allegro, graphical score animation)

  By darraghdoyle | September 11, 2009 - 11:19 am | Music, The Culch, The Internet
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Ever listen to a piece of music and wonder what instrument is playing what and if you’re thinking of the right one? I’m absolutely fascinated by this video. It’s almost (almost) as good as seeing someone like the RTÉ Concert Orchestra perform it live, as you watch from above. It’s Beethoven’s 5th Symphony performed by the Royalty Free Classical Music Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Keith J. Salmon, visualised by colours per instrument played. Don’t get what I mean? Well here’s the instrument list: and here’s the video: This, and so many more videos are done by You Tuber smalin whose website is here. Fascinating work and something I’ll be spending quite a while watching.

Fearless about fear

  By EricLalor | September 11, 2009 - 11:09 am | Comedy, The Culch
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I’m about to embark on a tour of sorts with compadre and fellow funster Andrew Stanley. I’ve never gone on tour before. Well I have gone on plenty of tours, school tours, city tours and detours. But not with my name on the poster as such. I toured with my Jedimaster Des Bishop around the country a couple of years back, but that was opening for him with no mention of me anywhere on the posters, tour biogs etc. People arrived to see Des and I was sent out to humour them before the man himself came on stage. No pressure there then as Des was the man they had paid to see. It didn’t matter if I died spectacularly or ripped it up. It was a great experience and it taught me a lot back then. This, however, is a different kettle of fish. Actually, while I’m at it, … There’s more →

Slim is in - Facebook goes Diet

  By Niall | September 11, 2009 - 9:58 am | The Culch
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Social networking goliath Facebook today rolled out a pared down version of its universally recognised site, called Facebook Lite. The site is designed to help the company expand into developing countries where slower internet speeds are common. The company has also launched it in the U.S. as a quicker alternative to the main site for users that want very basic functionality without any apps.

How Did We Miss Everyone? My Electric Picnic Diary

  By johnmfinn | September 11, 2009 - 8:30 am | Music
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I love music. I love seeing bands live. I love discovering new bands. I do not love mud and I do not love portaloos but I do love Wellies. I am conflicted. Despite and because of all of this the decision to go to Electric Picnic was an easy one. Enough good bands to keep my inner fan boy happy and enough good company to keep my inner grump at bay. Friday Friday began with a whimper as my sidekick (in truth I am hers) got trapped in work and we didn’t escape Dublin until almost 8 o’ clock. Finally with 28 cans of Dutch Gold in one hand, a bottle of gin and some toilet paper in the other we hit the road. While we didn’t manage to see any bands I did see some rather excellent episodes of Grand Designs and Come Dine With Me earlier in the … There’s more →