Category Archives: humor

Friday Nerdy Music Links: What I Really Do!

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Miss Music Nerd

Happy Friday, music nerds! I’m back in Boston, recovering from a wee bit of jet lag, and gearing up to tackle my annual “I’ll do that after the GRAMMYs” to-do list! As you’ll know if you’ve been anywhere near my … Continue reading →

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Friday Nerdy Music Links: West Coast Edition!

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Miss Music Nerd

Greetings from L.A., music nerds! GRAMMY Week is in full swing, and I’m already regretting my shoe choice… the Staples Center/L.A. Convention Center complex covers a wide area! Did you know that you can see some of what I’m seeing … Continue reading →

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Friday Nerdy Music Links: Play Ball!

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Miss Music Nerd

Happy Friday, music nerds! It’s been a big week at Music Nerd Central, and next week will be even bigger, as I head out to L.A. for my annual GRAMMY pilgrimage! This week’s music links take us from fashion to … Continue reading →

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Friday Nerdy Music Links: Spinning Straw into Gold!

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Miss Music Nerd

Happy Friday, music nerds! Todays nerdy music links go from the ridiculous to the sublime, and back! Don’t say I never take you anywhere! Where in the world is Miss Music Nerd? Last weekend I was transported into the clouds … Continue reading →

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Friday Nerdy Music Links: It Was In A Movie and Everything!

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Miss Music Nerd

Happy Friday, music nerds! This week’s link roundup features fun fictional facts, music nerds saying sh*t, and pianos being dismembered for a good cause! Let the nerditry begin! Where in the world is Miss Music Nerd? Well, I write this, … Continue reading →

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Friday Nerdy Music Links: Ring Ring!

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Miss Music Nerd

Greetings, music nerds! I must apologize — I’ve been away far too long, and I have plenty to catch up on. For one thing, GRAMMY season is in full swing, so stay tuned! But for now, I bring you an … Continue reading →

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Miss Music Nerd’s First Musical Crush, Revisited

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Miss Music Nerd

Here’s a piece I wrote in response to Salon writer Tracy Clark-Flores’ invitation, "Share your childhood crush.” Crossposted at open.salon.com. I like to start each day by playing a ridiculously cheerful song to combat my usual morning sluggishness. For a … Continue reading →

Posted in humor, milestones, music, musical memoirs, R&B, rock | Tagged Daryl Hall | 2 Comments

Margaret Cho: A Comedian Who’s Serious About Music!

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Miss Music Nerd

In addition to loving classical music, I’m a big fan of comedy, and one of my favorite comedians is Margaret Cho. So I was thrilled when I saw that her album, Cho Dependent, had been nominated for a GRAMMY© for … Continue reading →

Posted in country, folk, guitar, humor, interview, music, rap, rock | Tagged Margaret Cho | 1 Comment

Monday Nerdy Music Links!

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Miss Music Nerd

Happy Monday, Music Nerds! It was an exciting weekend here at Music Nerd Central. I went to two concerts, which I’ll be writing up today, and I’m also working on more GRAMMY© nominee interviews. Stay tuned! Meanwhile, below are a … Continue reading →

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Boston Symphony Season Opener: Preview with Lolcats!

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Miss Music Nerd

Boston Symphony Orchestra Saturday, October 2, 2010, 6:00 pm Music of Richard Wagner, featuring Bryn Terfel, baritone Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston Tomorrow night, McDoc and I will get gussied up for a fancy shindig: the BSO season opener! … Continue reading →