So Much Drama

Did I ever mention that Snoop Dogg is maybe my favorite figure in pop culture? He does whatever he wants and it's usually funny in an absurdist way: the country song "My Medicine," a duet with Willie Nelson in Amsterdam, a reality show, a View appearance (below) -- which isn't so strange, though Barbara tells him, "We liked you as a gangsta rapper"; and this week an appearance on One Life to Live, in which he performed "Sensual Seduction" and remixed the show's theme.

Let's Wrestle

"John Peel's DIY wet dream," according to Michael. Sold!

House Party to Go

For your Friday: Kid 'N Play's "Ain't Gonna Hurt Nobody," which name-drops Johnny Kemp -- a gimme segue for any DJ.

This Book's for You

Apologies in advance: friends of mine, especially those who review books, can expect steady e-mails from me with suggestions. They've already begun. This is what happens when you see, like, a hundred new releases in a week.

I want a range life.

New favorite ad. Those Alpacas won't raise themselves!

Much as I love to poke fun at Ben, I want to congratulate him on landing a wonderful radio job. Finally he can work in music!