What A Dandy

Justin Townes Earl most recent effort shows that he is able to grow without loosing the raw stoic quality of his earlier musings, that quality that made me a fan. Midnight at the Movies is a strong effort that shows a bit more variety vocally, on songs like Halfway to Jackson Earl shows off his early rock n' roll chops, though it may be a little to Elvis it is still not contrived or come off like an imitation. Walk Out is another great track on this latest effort, it has a strong New Orleans feel and will definitely make you Old Crow Medicine Show fans happy. The stripped down version of They Killed John Henry shows off Justin's picking skills and his ability to make the listener feel as if he is telling this tale for the first time. Mama's Eyes is a deeply personal song about his relationship with his famouse father singer songwriter Steve Earl and mother. Justin Townes Earl is a young talent that has shown growth and as a fan I hope that it is only the begining check out Midnight at the Movies. If you like it also check out The Good Life.

The Monkey's Uncle

A movie that i had the chance to watch recently is an old Disney classic The Monkey's Uncle(1965). This film has the look, and feel of the Disney movies that were produced in the 1960's. The movie stars Tommy Kirk, and Annette Funicello and is a sequel to a 1964 movie; The Mis-Adeventures of Merlin Jones.

Merlin Jones (kirk) is the smartest student at Midvale College. He is given the title from the court of being an "uncle" of a chimpanzee, until he is seen fit to take care of the monkey. His girlfriend Jennifer, (Funicello) has to constantly compete with Merlin's love of science and invention, for his love and attention towards her.

I first came across this movie when i was in Jr. High, and the Disney Channel would have a late night version of the Channel called Vault Disney. This ceases to exist but has been replaced with re-runs of Hannah Montana, and The Suite Life Of Zack and Cody..booo.

This movie is a great look at nostalgia, and a brief glimpse into the world of 1960's Walt Disney inspired films. On a side note look for a cameo from The Beach Boys in the beginning of the movie.