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February 8, 2012
by The OJBG Team
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Top 5 Fictional TV Bands

A super-sneak peak from later in the season with Sarah's 'yet to be-named' band!

By: Emily

So far in Season 5 we’ve got: Sarah and Gwen in a LDR, Davis ‘switching teams’ at camp, a budding romance between Robin and Tamsin…and Sarah holding auditions for the teenage essential: a garage band. There’ll be more on Sarah’s yet-to-be-named band later in this season but until then, here are my all-time Top 5 Made-For-TV Bands:

5) My So-Called Life – Frozen Embryos
The quintessential 90′s grunge TV show: My So-Called Life. Alas, Jordan Catalano’s band Frozen Embryos didn’t get much screen time since the series was cancelled– but we did get to see dreamy Jared Letto singing “I Wanna Be Sedated.” 
4) Freaks and Geeks – Creation

Jason Segal on drums, James Franco on guitar, and Seth Rogan on vocals = a total supergroup. Freaks and Geeks is another one of those cancelled-too-soon, intense cult-following TV shows and is pure 80′s teenage magic. The tentatively named ‘Creation’ also had another teenage band essential: Groupies.

3) Fraggle Rock -Fraggle Rock
Ok, I don’t know if this counts as a band– but Fraggle Rock was awesome. It’s a live-action puppet musical television show.  And they had albums, so it totally counts. The theme song give clear instructions to dance your cares away, and let the music play.
2) Gilmore Girls – Hep Alien
Lane Kim’s band Hep Alien was the bomb (especially back when Adam Brody was on Gilmore Girls before ditching for The O.C.) Sebastian Bach of Skid Row actually replaces him in the band as guitarist later in the series. Also, the soundtrack for that show was always very alt. and they had great guest appearances from The Sonic Youth, The Shins and The Bangles.
1) Doug – The Beets
The Beets are probably the greatest fictional band of all time. Doug and Skeeter are huge fan’s of the band who hail from ‘Liverpool’….Try listening to Killer Tofu without singing “Ah Ee Oohhh, Killer Tofuuu! Ee Ah Ee.” All. Day. Long.

February 7, 2012
by Otessa
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Weekly Top 10 Photojournal (Favorite Things 2/2/12 – 2/7/12)

by Otessa

  •            2/7/12

#1: Kubrick staircases

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  •           2/6/12

#2: Good book. YA lit from Oz (that's Australia to you) "Raw Blue" by Kirsty Eager

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  •             2/5/12

#3 Enough about the food truck renaissance...what about the *old school* food trucks. Love this one, in front of the Hirschhorn, seen through the car's window in the rain.

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  •            2/4/12

#4: (fake) Snow leopard coat. For street-walking cheetahs with hearts full of napalm.

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  •       2/3/12

#5: funny light fixtures

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#6: Urban sustainables at night. Sort of magic. Looks like fairy land at night on 18th st. (tho' I wonder how green it is of them to keep those lights on)

#7: safety orange

#8: another good book. "In the Garden of Iden" by Kage Baker ~ wild speculative fiction / alternate history

#9: The way light falls through venetian blinds

#10: Yellow and red painted rooms

February 7, 2012
by The OJBG Team
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Ten Things You Never Knew About Madonna

By: Samantha

 After watching Madonna’s long-awaited Superbowl performance, I realized that she is pretty much a mystery to me even though I can recite the lyrics to about 90% of her songs. She is one of America’s greatest musical icons and has transcended time with her ever-evolving image, and yet, no one really knows who is behind those incredible biceps, bleached blonde hair, and gap tooth. With that said, I thought it would be a fun exercise to see what I could dig up on the musical legend. The following are some findings:

  1. Her full name is Madonna Louise Veronica Ciccone.
  2. She is the oldest of 8 children.
  3. Her mother died of breast cancer in 1963.
  4. Madonna is Italian and was raised Roman Catholic.
  5. Madonna married actor Sean Penn on her birthday in 1985. She divorced him on New Year’s Eve in 1988.
  6. Madonna won a Golden Globe for Best Actress for her role of Eva Peron in Evita.
  7. Madonna is ranked fourth in the list of best-selling artists of all time, right after Michael Jackson.
  8.  She has been nominated 68 times for an MTV Video Music Award and 28 times for a Grammy Award.
  9.  Madonna does NOT have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She was nominated for one, but turned it down.
  10. Madonna has been in 22 films.

February 6, 2012
by The OJBG Team
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Madonna at Halftime By: Dorean Collins

by Dorean Collins

Super Bowl Patriots Football

Many Americans tuned in Sunday evening to watch one of the many great sporting events that grace television. Flat screens were being sold left and right, pizza shops were bustling and eyes were glued to the television screen as the Patriots and Giants tackled one another for the NFL Super Bowl XLVI Championship title. Although many die hard football fans sat on the edges of their seats, arguing with the ref or yelling at their favorite players through the screen, many spectators were watching solely for the entertainment of the commercials and the infamous half time show.

 

Madonna Rocks The Super Bowl Halftime Show With A Little Help From Her Friends

The halftime show has always been a spectacle and highlight of the Super Bowl with legendary performances by Michael Jackson, The Black Eyed Peas, Prince and many others.  This year Madonna took the stage singing her hit songs accompanied by LMFAO, Nicki Minaj, M.I.A, Cee Lo Green and many others. She managed to mix her old tunes with today’s popular recording artist and gave a great show. One of the highlights of her performance was when she danced to the “Party Rock Anthem” with LMFAO, proving that despite her age she has still got some moves. She ended her performance with the song “Like a Prayer” and had a message promoting World Peace.

 

Of course, there is always a controversy with Super Bowl halftime shows. We all remember the 2004 wardrobe malfunction performance with Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake.  According to many, M.I.A (one of Madonna’s guest performers) was caught flicking off the camera and cursing on screen. Apparently the show wasn’t as smooth sailing as the Material Girl would have liked.

 

All in all I found Madonna’s performance entertaining and definitely recommend that you check it out. There were times when her lip syncing was noticeable but for the most part she stayed on track with the music. I was definitely surprised by her dancing, she really kept it together. The graphics were awesome and I think that the addition of other artist was a plus, and definitely was key to holding my attention. I also lover her costume; it was classy yet edgy and was appropriate for all of her dance numbers. Props Madonna!

 

See below for the link to Madonna’s “Party Rock Dance” with LMFAO.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGYnQRlHnvw

February 3, 2012
by The OJBG Team
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Is It the End for Gwen?

By Natasha Hester

What do the cards hold for poor Sarah?

It’s summertime, but Gwen is oh-so-very cold. Sarah keeps calling, but Gwen has been totally dodging her calls for WEEKS. Her super shady, or as we like to call it, “up to no good behavior”, is getting worrisome. How dare she pass off her phone-tagging duties to her no-so-enthused NYC roomie! Going camping?! What is that all about? What is she trying to hide? What’s in the cards for Gwen + Sarah…?

This episode displays a prime example of life: ups and downs. We go through the joys of love at first sight and we go through the woes of loveless fights. We’ve been through the beginning and nearly the end of Gwen and Sarah’s relationship. The sun must set eventually, no matter how beautiful the sunrise is.

It’s a new day and I’m sure we’re all looking forward to seeing what’s in store for one of our favorite couples.

 

 

February 1, 2012
by Otessa
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Weekly Top 10 (1/23/12 – 2/1/12)

by Otessa

I have this project, which I’ve started. It’s really rather fun. I have to take at least one photo every day.  The end result is an often charming, sometimes weird & wacky photo-journal. All the images are from my cellphone & un-retouched.  I really rather love it.

So, in lieu of the typical “Top 10″, I presenting this week’s top 10 — in photojournal form.

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  •            2/1/12

1. Fun Bright Bedding...it's cold, so snuggle up.

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  •           1/31/12

#2 Chicken & rice...Peruvian style

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  •            1/30/12

#3 Vinho verde and pretty labels

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  •            1/29/12

#4 Enter the Dragon ... lunar new year

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  •            1/28/12

#5 Loving reflections & light through glass

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  •            1/27/12

#6 Food truck renaissance... Red Hook Lobster Pound

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  •            1/26/12

#7 Spartacus: blood and sand. (on Netflix)

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  •            1/25/12

#8 Old school Pepsi sign in Baltimore

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  •           1/24/12

#9 Beautiful cookies & cakes from Berger's in B'more

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  •           1/23/12

#10 The night sky... in the form of an ya dystopia ("A Million Suns")

#10 Strawberry ice cream

February 1, 2012
by The OJBG Team
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OJBG’s Weekend Walk-In’s

By: Samantha

1. Release of Lana Del Rey’s Debut Album

Oh, Lana. She already shook up the world when she impersonated Cher on SNL, but now the biggest day of her career so far has officially arrived. Lana Del Rey’s debut album has been released, readily available for download on iTunes. I’m sure there are already thousands of fan videos on YouTube dedicated to the vixen songbird’s newest tunes. I have only listened to a couple of the tracks, but “National Anthem” and “Without You” make my ears smile.

 

2. Annie Leibovitz: Pilgrimage Exhibit at the American Art Museum

Annie Leibovitz’s newest photography venture is on display at the American Art Museum. Oddly enough, the new exhibit does not boast photographs of iconic and disgustingly gorgeous celebrities in tandem with Leibovitz’s usual style. Instead, Leibovitz chose to focus on the environments of famous individuals such as Sigmund Freud and Elvis Presley by photographing furniture, rooms, houses, and landmarks she felt were significant in their lives. The exhibit will be available to the public in the American Art Museum until May 20th.

*Tip: The American Art Museum boasts a lovely courtyard that all museum visitors are free to use to eat a packed lunch or lounge around. Take advantage of this option and pack a PB&J sandwich for that beautiful spring day spent at the museum.

http://americanart.si.edu/exhibitions/archive/2012/leibovitz/

 

3. The Superbowl

For those of you who have been living under a rock (like myself), you may have just realized (like myself) that this Sunday is SUPERBOWL SUNDAY. This year it’s the Patriots and the Giants. That’s as much as I know on this subject- I really only like to watch the quirky commercials. Get together with friends and family, eat and drink way too much, scream obnoxiously at the television screen, and have yourself a ball- pun fully intended.

*Tip: Here’s some handy dandy recipes for the salt addicts in all of us: http://abcnews.go.com/Health/Wellness/super-bowl-food-top-10-best-super-bowl-recipes/story?id=9745102#.Tyl_A5j8rao

 

4. Fogo De Chao

If you’re going to Fogo, I suggest two things. Don’t eat anything all day and wear elastic pants. Also, if you’re a vegetarian, this probably isn’t your best option, although Fogo does have a terrific salad bar. For those of you who do not know how this restaurant operates, imagine a room full of waiters carrying around sticks covered in various types of meat. You turn over a card on your table, and behold, the waiters flock to you, drowning your plate in slabs of perfectly seasoned and cooked meats. It’s a carnivore’s dream and it can be yours for a price and reservation. But really, make a reservation ASAP because this place books up fast.

*Tip: Nothing beats the lamb chops. Nothing.

http://www.fogodechao.com/

January 31, 2012
by The OJBG Team
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Kate Nash and the Sock Bun

By: Samantha

 
I have two major obsessions this week: Kate Nash and the Sock Bun. Let’s begin with Kate Nash. This Duffy meets Ingrid Michelson British goddess came into my life through my roommate’s computer speakers. She was blasting “Navy Taxi,” a track from Nash’s EP. I fell madly in love. It was about 1 a.m. and I needed something calming, but with a kick to get through a Modern American Studies chapter that left me nearly comatose. Needless to say, this song was able to resurrect me from the dorm room dead and I have listened to it 136 times since. It was two nights ago. This gorgeous, red-headed Brit has released two albums since 2007 and is currently working on a third scheduled to drop this year. Fun fact: Her biggest single, Do-Wah-Doo, was featured on the Bridesmaids soundtrack. Another one of my personal favorites from her is ‘Nicest Thing’ from her Made of Bricks album. It’s an infectiously stunning song that makes you want to bawl your eyes out. If you are a victim of unrequited love, put down the Ben and Jerry’s and put this song on-it has no calories. 

SOCK BUNS. They’re excellent. I am currently wearing one and Otessa (Creator of OJBG) walked into the office and said that my bun looked PERFECT. Otessa, there’s a sock in my hair. Response: What?! No way! Yes, there is currently a sock on my head which keeps a nearly perfect circular nest on top of my head all day long. Pair your bun with a pair of statement earrings and some winged liner and you can have a SPICY look in five minutes. They are incredibly easy, quick, the perfect mask to a bad hair day, and the style works on any kind of hair type, as long as your hair is long enough to put into a pony tail. Here is a link to a great YouTube how-to video on sock buns:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfMlMhSACCE

A couple of tips for Sock Buns:

1. Make sure your pony tail is TIGHT (so that is doesn’t fall down during the day) and at a height that you want.

2. The bigger/thicker the sock you’re using is, the bigger/thicker your bun will be.

3. Don’t be afraid to use bobby pins or hairspray to tame fly-aways, baby hairs etc.

 

 

 

 

January 30, 2012
by The OJBG Team
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Where in the World is Gwendolyn Ennis?

So far in Season 5 we’ve discovered that Gwen has made a big move to NYC and she and Sarah are trying out a “LDR” (Long-distance Relationship, obvi.)

Gwen will make a grand re-appearance in this Friday’s episode… & perhaps we’ll find out more about the future of Sarah + Gwen. Until then, watch Gwen fight off the advances of mysterious gentlemen in her alternative life as a telenovella star & read more about her character: http://orangejuiceinbishopsgarden.com/gwen/

 

 

January 27, 2012
by The OJBG Team
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OJBG’s Weekend Walk-In’s

By: Samantha

Super Tacos

Don’t let this discreet “Mom and Pop” small Mexican restaurant fool you. It’s delicious. It may seem ordinary  from the outside, but Super Tacos is home to traditional Mexican food that will melt in your mouth without melting your wallet. The food is cheap and the owner is friendly and, as an added bonus, totally cute. The restaurant also has a full bakery offering up traditional cakes and pastries all week long.

*Tip: Super Tacos sells Orange Crush. In the original bottle. Can’t get more old school than that.

http://www.supertacosdc.com/

 

Founding Farmers

I can’t remember if I’ve ever included Founding Farmers in a Weekend Walk-In’s edition. Regardless, it MUST be mentioned. The restaurant is far from a best-kept secret in D.C. Pretty much everyone knows and loves this restaurant, but for the unique few that are reading this and have no idea what I’m talking about, allow me to enlighten you. Founding Farmers is the Mecca of restaurants in D.C. It’s chic, sophisticated, has a fully stocked bar, and is packed every night of the week. The food is amongst the most delicious I have ever eaten. Mind you, I’ve eaten food from over fifteen different countries- Founding Farmers is just that good. It’s a little pricey, but absolutely worth it. Make a reservation and take the person you like the most out to eat. Or just bring your mom. Just kidding. Love you, Mom.

*Tip: My personal favorite is the Skirt Steak Enchilada. It’s so incredibly epic.

http://www.wearefoundingfarmers.com/

Beyond Therapy

Do you think your love life has a gone a tad bit awry? Well, join in the company of some eccentric characters as they navigate the complexities of their attractions in this weekend’s performance of Christopher Durang’s Beyond Therapy produced by Generic Theater Company in Foggy Bottom. Pick a night and be sure to catch one of the four performances this remarkable cast will be putting on tonight and tomorrow night in the Lisner Downstage.

*Tip: Special shout outs to my wonderfully talented friend and fellow actor, Matt Rist! Break a leg, Barfee!

http://www.facebook.com/events/234592563283258/

 

Pinterest.com

I always like to include an alternative to going out on these blog posts, just in case you’ve had a particularly tiring week and want to lay on the couch for an eternity…or just for a couple of hours or so. If that’s the case for you this week, I have brought you a special new treat: Pinterest.com. I discovered Pinterest back in October and have wasted countless hours on it ever since. The website acts as a virtual pin board where you can collect, organize, comment, and label images for yourself or on other people’s accounts. It’s like Google images meets Facebook meets . Whether you’re planning your wedding, redecorating your home, painting your nails, organizing your office, looking for date outfit ideas, cutting your hair, need a new dessert recipe etc. you can find it on Pinterest. Check it out. You will have a blast.

*Tip: When you’re starting out on the website, you have to be put on a “waiting list” before you can get a Pinterest account. Don’t be discouraged. It only takes a couple of days and then you’ll gain access. Patience is a virtue.

http://pinterest.com/

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