The Matt Rubin

Simple Desktops

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 17:07:07 -0800

Simple Desktops is an ever growing collection of desktop wallpapers curated by Tom Watson. Thanks to him I finally have “simple” designs I’m happy with for my computer (that…

Washed Out Belong

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 14:51:39 -0800

Washed Out Belong:

The new video for We Belong by Washed Out which is out now on Mexican Summer. The video shows how I usually dance in my house while listening to their music.

Vimeo Sued By Capitol Records Over Lip Dubs

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:31:18 -0800

Vimeo Sued By Capitol Records Over Lip Dubs :

yvynyl:

zachklein:

I roared with a belly laugh when I read this headline in bed earlier today. Could Capitol Records truly be this misguided? Do they not realize that if you were to sort Internet brands by those most emblematic of creativity — not piracy — that Vimeo would line up at the top? Lip-dubbing is harmless and perfectly fun, and ultimately will define the aesthetic of an Internet generation. Other than for some petty legal jockeying towards a greater strategy can I imagine why this record company would try to sink such a potentially valuable lifeline — Lip-Dubbing and Vimeo create tremendous relevance and usefulness for their catalog!

If anything better underlines my point it’s an email I received from Sean Nelson, the frontman of the band Harvey Danger, whose song Flagpole Sitta we’ve now infamously lip-dubbed:

That Flagpole Sitta video made me incredibly happy, just when I thought there was NOTHING that could make me listen to that song again. A thousand thank you’s.

Capitol, you’re a bunch of goof-balls. This lawsuit is the tactical equivalent to pooping on someone’s birthday cake.

I, for one, am willing to boycott Capitol artists unless they reconsider, and I implore other labels to pivot and spur conversations with Vimeo in order to determine a simple process to give people access to copyrighted music for personal video that is satisfactory for all. Preemptive strikes simply won’t do anymore!

Please reblog, or honk, if you agree.

Video

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 21:13:04 -0800

[Flash 10 is required to watch video.]

Dallas Clayton in Tiburon, CA (via paperbrigade)Just spent 2...

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:05:00 -0800

Dallas Clayton in Tiburon, CA (via paperbrigade)

Just spent 2 days getting to see him do readings and shooting photos of them, it was great. This is him after reading his "An Awesome Book" to a classroom full of excited pre schoolers.

veryawesomeworld.com

Photo

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 15:13:46 -0800

Wallet (Mac & iPhone)

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:22:57 -0800

Wallet (Mac & iPhone):

I thought it was time to recommend this application that has made my life 100% easier when it comes to keeping track of logins & passwords and other sensitive information for both work…

The Making Of Fantastic Mr Fox

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:33:24 -0800

The Making Of Fantastic Mr Fox:

Fantastic Mr Fox was one of my favorite films of the year. Wes Anderson really did a great job. Defgrip has compiled a lot of great things having to do with the movie including a…

Untitled Magazine The Art Book

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:31:22 -0800

Untitled Magazine The Art Book:

My talented friend Mike Perry just released the newest issue #4 of Untitled Magazine, curated by photographer Anna Wolf. This is the biggest issue yet, presented as a perfect bound…

(via tmblg) I bought this back in 2003 after wanting to buy it...

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:18:01 -0800

(via tmblg)

I bought this back in 2003 after wanting to buy it since 1999. I ended up giving it to my friend Skylar. I should probably get it again.

Small Black Despicable Dogs

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:44:23 -0800

Small Black Despicable Dogs:

Small Black’s song “Despicable Dogs” has been on repeat ever since my friend Mike T sent it over. I think this video makes me like it even more.

You should also check…

listening to "Jawbox - 68"

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:14:49 -0800

listening to "Jawbox - 68":

Jawbox - 68 so good. Get the re-issue.

Doodle Jump For iPhone

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:39:41 -0800

Doodle Jump For iPhone:

Doodle Jump for iPhone is one of the cheapest and most played games on my iPhone. It’s so addictive and it makes me really upset when I fall to my doom, but I keep playing it. The game…

Mark The Spot AT&T

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:05:42 -0800

Mark The Spot AT&T:

(image links to iTunes App Store)

I don’t think this is going to change our lives by any means but anyone with an iPhone might as well get this because it could help. Yes we’re doing…

RetailMeNot

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 20:35:22 -0800

RetailMeNot:

Since it’s the holiday season, I just wanted to make sure everyone knew about the site Retailmenot.com. Lots of coupons giving you good savings that you might not have been emailed via…

listening to "Dinosaur Jr - I Live For That Look"

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 16:10:52 -0800

listening to "Dinosaur Jr - I Live For That Look":

Thanks to @bryansheffield for getting me into Dinosaur Jr.

My Dad (via paperbrigade) Every year my dad has a NYE party....

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 17:42:59 -0800

My Dad (via paperbrigade)

Every year my dad has a NYE party. It’s amazing. He wears that really small Cosby sweater too.

I haven’t decided if I’ll be in Kansas this NYE but man after looking at this again it makes me want to be there this year.

I’m thankful for Kelly (for putting up with me) our cats Jane...

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 11:45:00 -0800

I’m thankful for Kelly (for putting up with me) our cats Jane and Justin who are home alone on Thanksgiving, but being taken care of by Next Level Mike Kenny (who I’m also thankful for.) Kelly says “Simplify” And I’m Thankful for MW2 and the internet. And my job. and 90’s music.

dorkstore: i bought a recycled toothbrush and i'm way too excited about it.

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:44:21 -0800

dorkstore: i bought a recycled toothbrush and i'm way too excited about it.:

emilydriskill:

IT’S CUTE AND MADE OUT OF YOGURT CUPS OMG

Welcome Emily. Also you can get pre-paid mailers and send it back when you get your new one. It gets recycled again. Yeah! They also make Razors, etc.

topfiver: Notwist - Boneless (Grizzly Bear Remix) I am kind of...

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:14:52 -0800

topfiver:

Notwist - Boneless (Grizzly Bear Remix)

I am kind of freaking out this morning over this Grizzly Bear’s remix here. That fuzzy bass is so good. Really all of it strikes a chord. What a great first song of the day.

Agrreeeeedd