Hiatus

Sorry all for the Hiatus. Its been tough being Viva.

Wine party was a sucess (as well as we remember, ill be changing the icon tonight i think).

Camera was stolen. Im wicked pissed and still trying to figure out what to do. Im 99.999% sure I know who stole it.

More later.

The pub crawl is going to be awesome!

Viva

Alcohol Appreciation Month

With the overwhelming success of FtheB2005, we are proud to announce:

December is Alcohol Appreciation Month

FAQ:

Q: Why December?
A: Why not? This is the month where more people make asses out of themselves in front of co-workers and at holiday parties than any other! New Years eve always makes for a good time to learn about alcohols effects on womens libidos. (It also, may or may not have something to do with the fact that I came up with this idea right before December)

Q: How do we celebrate?
A: You, my friend, are an idiot.

Q: Will there be any festivities?
A: You bet your ass! There will be a great party at Carey's and at some other places along the way! We will also be planning the:

Stumble to Stomp Out Hunger Pub Crawl 2006!

Ive had enough of my friends in Boston going on pub crawl after pub crawl, while I sit in New Hampshire sitting at the same damn bar all night. Its time we elevate out game. Its time we make this city know that we are socially aware drinkers! Its time we stand up and be counted (before we fall over in a drunken stupor)!

Sometime in January or February we will be throwing a pub crawl through Manchester to raise money for the New Hampshire Food Bank!

Here is the FAQ:

Q: Stumble to Stomp Out Hunger... What?
A: Yes. We will be raising money through drinking copious amounts of alcohol and having a great time.

Q: What is a pub crawl?
A: Its when a bunch of people get together and pay a fee to go from bar to bar all together and have beers at a few different places all over the city!

Q: What if it snows?
A: You live in New Hampshire. You shouldnt be afraid of the snow.

Q: Wait, isnt this a FAQ inside of another FAQ?
A: Ummm... yeah, good point. Just play along.




Anyways, Im def going to need some help with this. So if you want to help toss me an email at tedwalkerband @ hotmail dot com.


Also, like an idiot, I left my camera in Boston so Ill have pics from the last two weeks sometime after this weekend.

One love!
~Viva

Doing Girls - The Soundtrack

The other month I had the opportunity to take an amazing girl to bed. And not one of those get her drunk, toss game at her and see how far she will let you go. This girl was cool and chill and confident, and was not subtle in her approach to going to my room.

So we get to my room, and theres none of the "So you wanna watch a movie?" crap. She hops into my bed laughs that the lights are still on and invites me in. But before she does she asks me:

"Hey, I know you love music, why dont you put something on?"

Wham. Frozen in my tracks. Now dont get me wrong, I've hooked up to music before, but never with a direct request to DJ. Totally caught off guard.

So my mind starts running through my music collection (over 20,000 songs and 40gigs). I start freaking out. I try not to hide my panic as she is in my bed waiting in anticipation for my music choice (and hopefully something else too...)

Anyways, I blew it. I mean, she didnt say anything and the rest of the night went great, but my choice was wrong. So this got me to thinking. Theres a time and a place for all music, but there are special times for some music, for some girls and some situations. So I decided I would collect my thoughts here and share them with you in case you ever (hopefully) find yourself in the same situation. Im now prooud to give you:

The Official VivaManchVegas Guide to HookUp Music

The Rules:
1. All music must be by album - There is nothing tackier than having a HookUp mix, especially if it progresses to some fevered pitch or other fruity crap like that. I havent read about it in cosmo (come on you read it too), but if you do have some mix you think she'll think is random, I gaurantee girls are making fun of you behind your back.

2. Nothing Cliche - Barry White, while acceptable with your long term GF as you act out your "Shaft" fantasy (keep dreaming bro), is not acceptable for a girl whos name you are trying to remember.

3. No Dave Matthews - You arent in college anymore. If you havent seen 30 sets of boobs while listening to "Under the Table and Dreaming" you missed your chance. Sorry. (exception: if you are hooking up with dumb college chicks).

4. Nothing Uber Popular - The LAST thing you want to do is put on her exboyfriends favorite CD. Youve probably already spent all night hearing about what a ____ he is. DONT share your bedtime.


Now on to the tunes!

Death Cab For Cutie - Transatlantisicm - While I really really really hate the name of this band (I actually boycotted them for 2 years I hate it so much), either she wont know what band it is, or if she knows she probably wont hold it against you. This is perfect for going back to your place after the party. Great for its ups and downs and overall mood of romance but not love.

Interpol - Antics - If she's got a touch of crazy, the slow droning of the opening song will def set up your game well. Once the rest of the CD kicks in, the steady hammering of the band coupled with Paul Banks' deep voice creates a dark picture perfect for the self-conscious imperfect girl.

Thievery Corportation - Richest Man in Babylon - Definetly the most blatantly porn music on my list, but if you have a decent stereo, the hokieness will be lost in hotness. Any mix from these guys is good, but this one is great. This is perfect for semi-cultured girls.

The Notwist - Neon Golden - For girls that wear black, have black glasses, black hair and light skin. Melencholly and beautiful this is another disk that takes its time and gives you added sensitive cred with enough of a beat to get freaky.

John Scofield - A Go Go - Im not sure if I just really like this album for its simple production and straightforward approach, or because it is subtly sexual. Regardless, if she is still around in the morning and you are gonna make another run at it, show some class with this funky jazz.

Radiohead - Kid A - If its 5 in the morning and you havent realized the sun is coming up and you are still going strong. Take these this to bed with you. Nothing good happens after 3AM, except for sex to radiohead... Thats great.

Dangermouse/JayZ/The Beatles - The Gray Album - If you've been out at the club all night and want some hip hop, but feel awkward about bedding someone to "BITCHES!" "HOES!" "TRICKS!" (cross somehow has no problem with this...) but dont want to lose the progress you made grinding all night, this classy tale of struggle laced with classic grooves is untouchable.


Well there you have it. This list by no mean tries to cover all possible good choices, but will hopefully get you thinking so if you are ever in this situation you at least have some idea of where to or what road to go down. Good game to you and yours!

Fire and Wine 2005

An official Part of FtheBar 2005
What: Fire and Wine 2005
When: November 18th 2005
Who: You and your friends
Where: At the Viva Palace. Email for directions if you need them.
How: Show up in classy clothes and bring a bottle of wine for each person you are bringing. We will supply the fire and food(ish).
What did he do with the Silver Paint: We still dont have any Idea.

I am missing a lot of peoples emails, so not everyone is getting an evite... But if you are reading this you are invited.

See you there.

Ed and Smitty.