This week Pop Shots has shots on Harry Styles giving thanks, Cardi B’s message to college students, and Mary J. Blige giving it right back to a heckler. Check it out!

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#music #humor

Bragi's three steps for claiming a chair

1. "My chair!"
2. So comfy
3. Zonked out

Ready to watch #svengoolie!

Current read.

A history book that reads like a novel, I breezed through the first 110 pages last night.

I caught up with @Blakeian for a great interview about his ten-album project of cover songs, the incredible story that led to the completion of the accompanying documentary, and if there were any songs he deemed untouchable

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#music

This week’s NYC Scene Report features The Dutch Kills pushing a “Boulder,” Nadia Faye being stuck in a “drift,” and @craig_greenberg with a hopeful anthem. Check it out!

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#music #nyc

I voted, but you don't want to see my sticker, you want to see Bragi. Here he is!

This week Pop Shots has shots on Karol G’s unlikely initial musical love, Nicki Minaj potentially working for the White House, and the Golden Globes finding Michael dramatic. Check it out!

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#music #humor

I really hope the advertising on Twitter isn't targeted, because WTF was this doing on my timeline?!?!?

Some say "Fall back." I say wibbly-wobbly. #DaylightSavingTime

Halloween viewing

Ghost Hunters: Bragi Edition

But two are still better than one.

Solar powered greatness

It’s time for this month’s One Hit Wondering column!

This one is on Las Ketchup, who took over the world in 2002 with “The Ketchup Song (Aserejé),” and its accompanying novelty dance, but found themselves dealing with accusations of Satanism.

tinyurl.com/LasKtchpOHW

#music

A few minutes talking about mental health, specifically mine

This week’s NYC Scene Report features @averyfriedman on the move, Lily Konigsberg feeling like a “Free Byrd,” and Liam Creamer tossing out his “Bucket List.” Check it out!

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#music #nyc

With old school baseball having made a comeback ...

... let's bring back pitchers hitting in the National League!!!

Sup?

This week Pop Shots has shots on a unique first for U2, Selena Gomez experiencing a voice change a bit later in life, and Bruno Mars breaking a Billboard record. Check it out!

tinyurl.com/PSOct26th

#music #humor

I love this team!

#giants #nygiants #gogiants

Sometimes you just need to embrace that it's going to be a highly caffeinated day.

For today’s column I’m taking a look at the disappearance of cover songs as singles, and why we need them to make a comeback.

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#music #coversongs

Mine is Turd Ferguson.

This week’s NYC Scene Report features smush readying a wish, @DINOWALRUS being scavengers, and @LondonPlaneNYC dealing with Villains Heroes Ghosts. Check it out!

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#music #nyc

Today I took the greatest selfie I will ever take.

Check out an all new Pop Shots that takes a look at the Top 10 from this week back in 1998. The list includes a trio of R&B hits, a memorable one hit wonder, and a group that needed just “One Week” to grab our attention

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#music #90s

The Lousekateers at @bowerypalace last night.

There's A LOT going on in this photo. 😂

.@GiftshopNYC last night at @bowerypalace

On my way to the city. Looking forward to seeing some friends at @bowerypalace!

"Oh, were you thinking of sitting?"

Reminder, if you want to grab a b-day weekend drink with me, my friends @GiftshopNYC will be at @bowerypalace tomorrow night, and I will be there celebrating!

Today's column is a culmination of years of digging through used vinyl, and taking chances on albums that I had no knowledge of, but that looked interesting. Please check out …

8 Great Albums From The ‘80s That You May Not Have Heard

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#music #80s

If you’re looking for a way to celebrate my birthday, here are 3 great options …

1. Pick up a copy of One Hit Wondering

2. If you already have it, give it a 5-star rating

3. If you have the time, write a quick review

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PS - I think you're all awesome!

Yes, the rumors are true ...

It's my birthday!

This week’s NYC Scene Report features Best Ex making the best out of a “Losing Streak,” Caitlin Starr escaping her “Cage,” and Whisper Doll reading the “Sunsigns.” Check it out!

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#music #nyc

Has anyone else pointed out that a Brewers vs. Guardians World Series would be a match-up between the real team Bob Uecker was a commentator for, and the fictional team Bob Uecker was a commentator for?

Important Update: Someone's happy 😺

It’s time for my annual birthday week Pop Shots column! Being that I’m turning 48 on Thursday, I’m taking a look at some of the best songs that have been at #48 on my birthday. It’s a list that includes everyone from Kermit the Frog, to 2 Live Crew!

tinyurl.com/PSOct12th

Current read

High five

I caught up with Marisa Bloom of the band Trashing Violet, who discussed writing an anthem for girls who aspire to rock, how music became the unlikely catalyst for motherhood, and opening for ’80s icon @tiffanytunes. Check it out!

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#music #ct

Twas a good night, with @chasereight, Soraia, and Haunting Titans at Cafe Nine in New Haven, CT.

Anyone else hear it like this?

This week’s NYC Scene Report features @Jessie_Wagner covering The Rolling Stones, @samsellersmusic with fresh smelling “Bouquets,” and @sidsethsings with a “Precious Gift” to a loved one who passed.

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#music #nyc

Back-to-back artist interviews today!

A historic first! Bragi has always like his space, but this afternoon he decided he wanted to sit next to me! He climbed into the chair, and started purring like crazy. 😺❤️

This week Pop Shots has shots on Selena Gomez’s dessert decision, a TikTok user’s attempt to ask out Ella Langley, and how the VMAs rocketed back to relevancy. Check it out!

tinyurl.com/PSOct5th

#music #humor

Snoozin'.

Scenes from last night - Hazel Gaze at The Bitter End.

A phenomenal group who always put on an amazing show. Truly a must-see, and must-hear band.

City bound for record shopping, followed by Hazel Gaze at @BitterEndNYC.

As always, if you see me, say hi! 👋

For my latest column I call on musicians to consider their place in history, and ask them to put away their flags, and pick up a pen.

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#music #protest #protestsongs

This week’s NYC Scene Report features Alana Markel doing something “Not Likely,” Pamphlets being a force of nature, and Computerwife with some revelations after an extended visit home. Check it out!

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#music #nyc

Editorial assistant hard at work. He hasn't left the office all day!

RIP Mr. Belding. 😭

@AlaniNutrition I ordered a box of powdered energy drink sticks from @VitaminShoppe, and when I opened it somehow two of the sticks had holes in them, and had partially spilled out, with the remainder totally hardening.

Energy vampires?

This week Pop Shots has shots on a cease-and-desist sent to Lil Wayne, Billy Joel accepting callers, and Taylor Swift’s latest cash grab. Check it out!

tinyurl.com/PSSept28

#music #humor

Current read.

A very cool history of the session players that shaped the music that came out of the west coast back in the day.

Current mood

Being floofy, thinkin' about murder.

Due to a tragedy shutting down I-95 south, and all of the traffic lights in my town malfunctioning (and not a single police officer out directing traffic), it just took me 70 minutes to go six miles.

#Fairfield #ct

It’s time for this month’s One Hit Wondering column!

This one is on Deon Estus. Known as WHAM!’s bassist, Estus saw solo success with “Heaven Help Me,” and his journey saw him both learn from, and work with, a plethora of legends.

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#music #80s

A big thank you to Gen X Joe for having me on @youthgonemildpc to tell some stories about my career, One Hit Wondering, and a whole lot more. Check it out!

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This week’s NYC Scene Report features Ghost Funk Orchestra becoming “Yours,” Outer Shapes helping a friend deal with the “AFTERMATH,” and Scarlett Macfarlane warning “Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire.” Check it out!

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#music #nyc

Bragi would like to let you know he helped me outline an article today.

While I agree that hate is a very strong word (but is clearly being used to allude to the old sitcom Everybody Hates Chris), you gotta admit Jake Paul is very ... let's say dislikable

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We are just two days away from Leave A Lasting Mark Presents: "One Hit Wondering" at The Bitter End!

All proceeds will go to the cancer patient mentoring charity Imerman Angels.

Come through for good vibes, memorable tunes, and to support a great cause!

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This week Pop Shots has shots on Taylor Swift’s latest honor, The Black Eyed Peas’ impressive achievement, and Duran Duran getting the Royal (Mail) treatment. Check it out!

tinyurl.com/PSSept21

#music #humor

My speech went really well. Received a lot of positive feedback, and this lovely grandma (she told me she's in her 80s!) wanted to take some photos with me in the photo booth.

#Caturday activities

It’s time for a Classic Compilation!

I took a listen to Sabrina the Teenage Witch: The Album, which has rare b-sides from the Spice Girls, The Cardigans, and Aqua, and an exclusive from Matthew Sweet that sees him paired with a legend.

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#music #90s