Former Big Sugar frontman Gordie Johnson once said "there's nothing on my stage with batteries in it". He said it with a twinkle in his eye; a sharp slap in the face for modern electronic effects and an approving nod for straight-ahead tube amp rock 'n roll. I've always loved that quote.
After deciding [...]
Tags: · About The Author, Guitar, Music, Personal, Reviews
There was a time when I spent more evenings than not in a bar, club, or other establishment of ill-repute. Waking up with a hangover and a pocketful of coins was the sign of a good night.
Now, with my inherently uncool clothes and flaring winter beard, it may just be impossible for me to [...]
Tags: · Nostalgia, Ottawa, Personal, Stories
Bruce Schneier wrote an interesting note today about Corsham Bunker in the UK, a Cold War-era nuclear fallout shelter for Government officials and other elites.
Most western countries have similar bunkers scattered all over the world, though many of them are being left to crumble. Canada is no exception with the infamous "Diefenbunker", now a [...]
Tags: · Canada, Government, Information Security, War