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...president of the New York Dolls fan club—at least does justice to his passion for ’70s glam-rock. Elsewhere, album closer “Because of My Poor Education” continues this trend, though in a less gratifying way, beginning with a retro melody on piano similar to an overblown version of Lou Reed’s glam-rock ballad “Satellite of Love.” Turgid drums further ruin the song, often slowing down with decorative thumps better suited for melodrama...

Author: By Shijung Kim, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Morissey | 11/6/2009 | See Source »

...Garone says the mustache's retro appeal helps make Movember the ultimate viral campaign, dubbing the Mo Bros "walking billboards" for their cause. This allows the organization to operate on a razor-thin margin, spending next to no money on marketing. It's impressive considering the average age of the Movember participants is 31, an age group not known for being charitably inclined. "When you don't normally rock a mustache, people ask you about it and it opens up conversations," Garone says. "A large part [of our success] is through this incremental word of mouth...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Mustache Wars: Raising Funds with Facial Hair | 10/30/2009 | See Source »

...it’s kinda inapprops for Mr. S. to sing “a chick walks by you wish you could sex her” to Quinn, and we’re not sure what’s eating Kurt, but Will’s breakdancing is delightfully retro. The kids are fun singing backup, and we like that Matt and Mike are getting to dance plenty lately. FlyBy’s issue with the number is that it’s very… Acafellas-y. And we were not a fan of that side project. The show...

Author: By Luis Urbina | Title: Recap: “Mash-Up” | 10/22/2009 | See Source »

...Usagi The 1960s are alive and well at this pint-sized, retro watering hole. Proprietress Saiko-san sets the tone with period Japanese pop, good-natured banter and quick sake refills. Tel: (81-3) 3822-0070, 2-16-2 Nezu...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: 10 Reasons to Visit Yanesen | 10/21/2009 | See Source »

...Atelier SanUnKaiGetu This hip boutique sells retro-chic Hawaiian shirts, bags, and pillowcases made of kimono-style fabric. Tel: (81-3) 5834-8850, 2-37-1 Nezu...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: 10 Reasons to Visit Yanesen | 10/21/2009 | See Source »

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