Are Hollywood Celebrities Serious?

For individuals like Vin Diesel, Ben Affleck, Paul Walker, Tom Cruise, Nicholas Cage, Angelina Jolie, and the rest of the ridiculous VIP list who claim to be “actors”, my question is this: Are these people serious? Are they joking when they appear in public and wave to audiences while blaring their corny smiles and arrogant walks in their designer uniforms? (don’t call me a hater damnit) But do they whole heartedly believe in their own hype, and as in hook, line, and sinker? Or do they just do it for show? Please tell me it is just for show, please.

And when they are interviewed talking about their latest “film” (translation: terrible and unoriginal remake) that they do simply for the money, which I can’t blame them for, are they actually serious about saying the new project is exciting and the greatest thing ever? Do they actually think these films are quality? Are they serious when comparing these new crap films to the old classics such as The GodFather, Casablanca, StarWars, Citizen Cane, or the several Kubrik (RIP) masterpieces that had surfaced throughout the past decades?

Someone please tell me…ARE THEY BEING SERIOUS? Has Hollywood finally lost its mind for good? These “stars” are more of a joke than any other group of celebrities on the globe, and to add insult to injury, they claim to know what is best for the world. Hell, some of them are even involved with the U.N. (unfortunately that was probably one of the better moves the U.N. has made this century). But I digress; I just want to meet one of these people behind the scenes, with no cameras, no video, and just ask them… ARE YOU SERIOUS?

I won’t mind if they are just pretending. Sometimes I pretend. I know I am nothing…do they realize that deep down they are nothing too?

-From the Mind of the EgoAssassin

The Specials – Gangsters

I will post this fifty times if I have to. This is one of the best songs ever. Cheers. -The EA

Interview with Angelo Moore from Fishbone

Fishbone – A legendary band that has been around for several years and has influenced generations of great music. These guys are still doing what they do best and have given so much to real musicians and artists all over the world. Unfortunately, they are one of the many underrated bands who truly have not gotten as much credit as they deserve for being a driving force in energizing the independent and eclectic music scene globally. Since the first time I heard these guys, I knew that there was something unique and special about their talents, live energy, and songwriting. Despite their heavy touring schedule, Angelo Moore (lead singer/sax player) from Fishbone was good enough to take time to answer our questions. Much thanks to Angelo and Fishbone and we wish you many more years of success. Thanks for the tunes from Fishbone soldiers all over the map.

*Ego Assassin’s Interview with Angelo from Fishbone*

Interview Date: May 26, 2008

EgoAssassin: How and when did Fishbone start?

Angelo: 1979 at hale jr. high school in the San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles California.

EgoAssassin: Can you remember the first time you wrote a song?

Angelo: 1984; Ma&Pa

EgoAssassin: Where did the name “Dr. Maddvibe” come from?

Angelo: Dr. Maddvibe is my side project that’s where I am able ot do my poetry, comic books and other projects that I am unable to do with Fishbone.

EgoAssassin: Are you excited when you go on tour and record in the studio, or has it become routine?

Angelo: Yes I’m excited to go into the studio be cause i know something is getting ready to be accomplished. In an over all picture it has become routine because it has been the only thing that i have been doing for the past 25 or so years, but I am thankful that it all still exists and the opportunity is still there to make music.

EgoAssassin: Do you get recognized often in public?

Angelo: Yeah its’ been becoming more and more frequent.

EgoAssassin: How did you come across the theremin as an instrument for your projects?

Angelo: I discoverd it in a basement of a studio in Atl GA. while fishbone was in the studio recording Chimm Chimms bad ass revenge.

EgoAssassin: Who has inspired you the most in life? (Living or dead)

Angelo: Screaming Jay Hawkins.

EgoAssassin: Are you a religious man?

Angelo: Not Really.

EgoAssassin: Is there any new bands you feel to be avante-garde or innovative?

Angelo: Not really, thats like trying to find a needle in a haystack.

EgoAssassin: What do you see as the biggest problem with the music industry today?

Angelo: There is a large lack of substance.

EgoAssassin: What do you see as the biggest problem with the United States today?

Angelo: Too much back stabbing in the white house affecting the price of food that’s going in the babies mouth. gas ect job and lack of money…….mon it no Funny

EgoAssassin: Can you share with us the most discouraging event that has ever happened in your life and music carreer?

Angelo: My Divoce and custody battle. My fathers death. Fishbone not getting what we deserve.

EgoAssassin: Whats your favorite Fishbone song of all time?

Angelo: Skankin to the beat.

EgoAssassin: Was Fishbone often faced with making music they want vs. making music that appeals to a mainstream pop-music audience? Or do you feel you had the artistic freedom to do as you please?

Angelo: Yes we where faced with having to compromise and changing our music, and we had to a couple of times but over all we have the artistic freedom that we want.

EgoAssassin: Is there one important lesson, realization, or a philosophy in life that you try to share with all of your fans?

Angelo: Yeah ! Stay positive and don’t loose your cool.

EgoAssassin:When is Fishbone touring in the US again?

Angelo: Don’t know, but keep an eye on the web site: Fishbone.net

The End.

Bob Marley – Bass is Heavy (Rare Song)

I have never heard this Bob Marley song…until today.

Hugh Mundell – Jah Will Provide

The Clash – Bankrobber Video

Joe Strummer brought a great deal to this world. RIP Joe.

The Selecter – Videos

On My Radio. By the Selecter.

Missing Words. By the Selecter.