“I Don't Just Make Websites... I Read 'Em.”

Here are a few of my favorite websites, based on my own interests more than anything else. Not to say that there isn't anything worth checking out here. There are links to some of my favorite bands and whatnot, with a few links to random things here and there. This page is sort of in flux, and if you'd like to see a link to your page here, just let me know. If it fits my person view of the Inter-Web, then by all means... send it my way. I'm always looking for new ways to waste time while I'm supposed to be do my homework.

...And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead! Homepage:  I can't say enough nice things about this band.  They make me laugh, they make me cry, they teach me the value of slaughtering your enemies and all to a waltz time signature.  I love them, they are amazing, please check out their site. 

The Dead Milkmen Home Page:  One of the things I regret most is that I never got to see The Dead Milkmen live.  Sigh.  Regardless, their web page (maintained by the band) is pretty damn cool.

GERMS MANIMAL PAGE:  Back in the old days ('96 or so) I used to maintain a page about the Germs, but have since let the page become obsolete and pointless (and now, if I'm not mistaken, is no longer around).  This page, maintained by a guy who used some of my old page as a resource, is put together very well and has a lot of fun to sift through, so you should check it out.  It's a lot more complete than mine ever was, and really delves into the Germs Phenomenon in a way I was only beginning to scratch the surface. Check it out.

The Unofficial Green Lantern Corps Web Page:  My favorite comic book character is Green Lantern. Always has been, always will be.  I always wanted to write a book about all the Green Lanterns in the known universe.  Who knew this guy would beat me to the punch?  And a damn fine job he did at it too.

Ipecac Records:  A page dedicated to Mike Patton's label, with information about the bands that are on it. This is one of those record labels you feel bad about recommending to your friends: while you might like it, most of the stuff runs a little left of center, and it's hard to find something they might like. I love it, so if you're into slightly experimental rock and other off-the-wall shit, check it out.

Kung Fu Ramone:  This site is maintained by my buddy Chris, and it contains quite a few funny things relating to Linux, porno, heavy metal, and other such entertaining things. Check out the Blog, which are well worth reading.

NegativWorldWideWebland: One of my favorite bands ever.  This site has everything: Information about releases, gadgets you can build, a Real Audio link to their weekly radio show (every Thursday night at midnight for three hours), and more.  Highly recommended.  If you can't get through to the site, I'll be more than happy to give you the low down on them, as I'm the local Negativland ex-spurt.

Neutered Prunes: Another shameless plug for kiisu's band.  (In case you were wondering, yes, he does pay me for this.)

The Onion:  The only on-line news source I trust.

RackmØunt Industries:  Not only do they host this site, but they have a leading edge in the “Blowing Up Shit With Potato Cannons” field.  Hell yeah!  “RackmØunt Industries:  Where Science, If Done Properly, Just Might Kill You.” 

Really Bad Idea: While we own this site, we haven't really “launched” it yet, and there's not much there. The re-design is actually here.

“Seneca” by Chester Rich:  This is a page my father put together, which contains a web-accessible biography that my grandfather wrote before he died. It's pretty good, actually, and maybe gives a little insight into this family illness we all seem to have involving "writing".

Taylor Twins Pictures: These two brothers just released their first film, Evil Cult, which is fantastic if I do say so myself. My sister introduced me to this movie as they are friends of hers. Imagine a good mix of Sam Rami, John Carpenter, and campy thrillers.

The Official Tough Guy Website:  This is my brother Kyle's website.  He's really into video games, sports, Top 10 lists, music, and even posts some of his own writing (mostly poems & songs).  Yep, our whole family is this way.

Watching The Detectives: Another one of my favorite comics is The Watchmen, and this site is a great Internet companion to the book. There are others, but this one really has comprehensive annotations and supplementary information. You should really read The Watchmen first before you browse the site.

THE WIPERS Official Web Page:  This page is about one of my favorite bands ever, and it's maintained by Greg Sage (of The Wipers) himself!  Rock on!  This page also has information about Zeno Records (Greg's label) and a page dedicated to the History Of Portland Punk.  All in all, it's worth checking out.  For those of you who live in Portland, the history section is pretty rad.

I'll post more links as the desire strikes me...