Category Archives: Brushes with Greatness

Pictures of me with celebrities.

Dick Butkus

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Steve

I got to meet somebody famous in Las Vegas again! Last time I was within inches of shaking hands with John Waite but it fell through, a story for another day. Dick Butkus was an extra special encounter because the … Continue reading →

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Nada Surf

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Steve

This is a special two-parter because the nice gentleman from Houston who took the above photo almost forgot to send it, thankfully Nada Surf was on tour this Summer and their Houston appearance (before Austin) reminded him. Hey, better late … Continue reading →

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Beth Wood

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Steve

Never underestimate the power of random flyers! But let me start off with answering the question that must be ringing in my minds regarding the lovely and talented singer Beth Wood. Some of you may recognize her name because we … Continue reading →

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Diane Franklin

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Steve

A high-school dream come true! Well, one of many, but getting to meet the lady who played Monique from Better Off Dead last weekend was a huge thrill. I can put another checkmark on my Eighties Accomplishment List. So Diane … Continue reading →

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Austin’s first Moon Tower Comedy Fest assessment

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Steve

Overall, it needs work. The people trying to run this mess should go get some lessons from cities that have been doing this longer and more effectively. It could’ve been worse like SXSW or ACL Fest, the titleholders for the … Continue reading →

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Pendleton Ward & Tom Kenny

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Steve

To wrap up my mini-comedy vacation, I took in the Alamo Drafthouse’s Adventure Time marathon and feast. The impetus for the event is a new gallery exhibition for the Mondo Tees artists. I’m waiting to hear from the PR person … Continue reading →

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Paul Gilmartin

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Steve

For 16 years, you may recall him as the co-host of Dinner and a Movie on TBS and before then, he was a frequent guest on the Bob & Tom Show (an Indiana-based syndicated FM morning zoo show like Howard … Continue reading →

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Marc Maron

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Steve

For day two of Austin’s inaugural Moon Tower Comedy Fest (more on this another time) I went to see the man who is synonymous with podcasting in my mind. Sure I take in others: On the Media, ONN and Sound … Continue reading →

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Garbage at Record Store Day

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Steve

This year’s Record Store Day was the coolest ever. In past years, I tend to show up in the afternoon because I’m usually working or had other plans. When Waterloo Records stated that Garbage would be there for autographs and … Continue reading →

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Wanda Jackson

Posted on April 14, 2012 by Steve

Before Southern Culture on the Skids hit the stage, they had two opening acts: Rosie Flores and Wanda Jackson. The latter you may have heard of. Last year she released an album produced by the prolific Jack White. I thought … Continue reading →

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Dana Gould 2

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Steve

Comedian Dana Gould returned to Austin this weekend to bring his madcap stories, observations and general hilarity. Seeing him was my Christmas present from Jeremy too. You may recognize Dana’s name, he was a writer on The Simpsons for a … Continue reading →

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DJ Lance Rock & the YGG Gang!

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Steve

Yo Gabba Gabba! returned to Austin and this time I was prepared. When we took our little friends Ryanne and Corrin last year, I noticed there was an after-show party. I was thinking, how did I miss that opportunity? Maybe … Continue reading →

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John Hodgman

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Steve

You probably don’t know John’s name but the role he did for Apple Computers during the mid- to late Aughts. Other times, he is a senior correspondent on The Daily Show when he is in New York. Last night he … Continue reading →

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Courtney E. Smith

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Steve

All roads lead to Austin, what can I say, I live at the center of the cool universe is my conclusion after telling our Maggiano’s waiter about this city’s numerous attractions. Last evening’s book signing continued to strengthen the point … Continue reading →

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Adam West and the ’66 Batmobile

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Steve

Batman came full circle today and I’m talking about the 1966 movie, not Tim Burton’s 1989 best forgotten attempt. Recently, I learned about AC/DC’s first American show being here around 1977 and now it I get hit with this awesome … Continue reading →

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