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Jan 15 12

International iPhone charging can be a hassle.

by David

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A few of our coworkers from London, England were here in Austin this past week. Here’s the stack of power adapters  one of them had to lug around to merely charge his iPhone.

Aug 17 11

30th Anniversay of the release of Journey’s “Escape” album.

by David
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 A Landmark Album

I became a fan of Journey’s music in the late 70′s and listened to albums like Infinity, Evolution, Departure and Captured over and over. In fact, I listened to those albums so much, I knew every crack, pop and skip on the records (yes, vinyl records). But nothing prepared me for the release of Journey’s “Escape” album. I was 12 years old, and when I got the album, the melodies and lyrics on the album just seem to resonate in my pre-teen ears.

I know it probably sounds silly, but this album is one that most influenced my musical tastes for years to come. I’m 42 years old now and I can still listen to the whole album. “Escape” sounds as fresh to me now as it did when I was 12 and reminds me of what it was like to discover new music as a youngster.

I can appreciate Journey in all it’s forms, through changing times and a changing lineup (although, I’ll freely admit I’m a Steve Perry purist) and “Escape” is the perfect gateway album into the entire Journey catalog.

Excerpt from the Wikipedia entry:

Escape (Journey album)

  • Escape
  • Studio album by Journey
  • Released July 31, 1981
  • Recorded Fantasy Studios, Berkeley, California, Mid Spring/Early Summer, 1981
  • Genre Hard rock, rock
  • Length 42:46 (original), 59:43 (reissue)
  • Label Columbia
  • Producer Kevin Elson, Mike Stone

Escape (sometimes stylized as E5C4P3) is Journey‘s seventh studio album (and eighth overall), released on July 31, 1981. The album features four hit Billboard Hot 100 singles – “Don’t Stop Believin’” (#9), “Who’s Crying Now” (#4), “Still They Ride” (#19) and “Open Arms” (#2) – plus rock radio staples like “Stone in Love” and “Mother, Father”.

Background and writing

Escape was the band’s first album with keyboardist Jonathan Cain who replaced founding keyboardist Gregg Rolie after he left the band at the end of 1980. The album was co-produced by former Lynyrd Skynyrd soundman Kevin Elson and one-time Queen engineer Mike Stone, who also engineered the album.

An Atari 2600 game, Journey Escape, was made based on the album.

Journey Escape Video Game from Data Age Advertisement

Journey Escape Video Game from Data Age Advertisement

via Escape (Journey album) – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” turns 30 – CBS News

Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” turns 30

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via Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” turns 30 – CBS News.

Jul 14 11

A quick, mid-summer update.

by David

It’s been quite awhile since I last posted anything here on Galindo.me. In addition to being a new, first-time father, this year has seen me and my family move from Arizona to Texas. With that comes a tremendous amount of change. Although overwhelmingly GOOD change, it is change nonetheless. Adapting to that change has not left much time for me to sit and be contemplative and creative. In the near future, I should be able to better make time for these side projects and hobbies.

Well, our baby is waking up…see you again soon!

May 12 11

Much Needed Rain

by David
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It finally rained.

We finally received some much needed rain here in Central Texas and the Austin area. Although it won’t make up for the current drought conditions in the area, it certainly helps. This afternoon’s storm total image from the National Weather Service shows read more…

Apr 24 11

Craig Priebe’s Chunky Tomato Basil Sauce

by David

This is one of my favorite sauces to make when making pizza at home. I learned about it, along with several other great pizza recipes, on Craig Priebe’s Grilled Pizza site.

I’ve made this sauce countless times and people often comment on how good it tastes. I highly recommend adding this to your list of stock recipes. read more…

Apr 15 11

Why I Think Moolala Is Cool

by David
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For a couple of months on Twitter, Facebook, and on galindo.me, I’ve been enthusiastically encouraging people to sign up with Moolala.com. Some people might be wondering why I’m so persistent in trying to get them to sign up.

To me, it’s simple – Moolala offers great deals that save you money PLUS they reward their members by helping them make money too. That alone makes Moolala worth looking into. read more…