With an unmatched talent for annoying the hell out of anyone he works with, Nathan Lavertue excels at making life a complete hell. He has a basic understanding of driving a Saturn really fast on the BQE and at times is proficient with drinking too much and saying things about people to people he shouldn’t be saying bad things about. Since 2006, Mr. Lavertue has floated listlessly around doing odds and ends jobs for small-time dealers.
Month: August 2007
Mac vs. PC
Scarfs
It’s August people. Yes, I know it’s been cooler than normal. But, it’s not drop dead cold you need to don a scarf. Seriously. Plus, when you’re wearing it in the subway, underground, where it is still over 75 degrees, you look foolish. Oh, and the fact you’re wearing your sunglasses still might at the fact you’re a douche bag. Why not make it really over the top, and wear a Palestinian scarf. Man… is fashion all about being obnoxious, unaware and politically incorrect. Some days, I think my mood is set by taking the L train. Fantastic.
More Daft Punk
Yep, there it is. The view from within the technicolor dream pyramid inhabited by those rascally robots Daft Punk. The innards of the very vessel Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo use to make tens of thousands of people all jump in unison and gyrate their hips in some grand, cosmic harmony. Pretty sweet, although it doesn’t hold a candle to the view from the outside.
The image comes courtesy of mixmag (via The Daily Swarm), to whom Bangalter also revealed some secrets regarding Daft Punk’s live sets and equipment of choice. Namely:
1. ABLETON
“The show revolves around Ableton Live software on custom made super-computers, which we remotely access and control with Behringer BCR2000 midi controllers.”
2. SCREENS
“Next to the ethernet remote computer screens there are four Minimoog Voyagers, the classic analog synthesizers. They’re a 30-year old design.”
3. MOOGS
“We can mix, shuffle, trigger loops, filter, distort samples, EQ in and out, transpose or destroy and deconstruct synth lines. We keep some surprises on the side too!”
4. VISUALS
“There’s a direct connection between our rig and the lights and visuals of the show. The light and video engineers can also add or control layers during the show.”
5. SYNTHS
“Inside the pyramid are synthesizers and remote controls connected to the rest of the music equipment and computers, which are in rack-mounted towers off stage.”
6. TEAMWORK
“Working the music equipment, lighting and video equipment, and building the pyramid for each show takes around 10 people, including both of us.”
Just One Fix
I feel like I’ve been coming down with something for like a week now. Not sure what it is. I feel fine, but I have congestion and mild headaches every now and again. Doing lots of water and trying to sleep better, but it doesn’t seem to have a huge effect.
It’s been pretty quick… I’ve been busy working the freelance gig with Sony BMG. Working late a few nights, and that keeps me from going out and spending money and getting over tired. I did, however, decide this weekend I’m going to hope on the wagon for 30 days. I’m starting now, and going to shoot for Oct 1st. We’ll see how it works out. It’s going to be tough during Neil’s birthday AND labor day weekend, but I have to do it. Trying to condition my self will power. See how well it works out.
I’ve had a few interviews… they’ve all been good, but, now that I have time to really look for a job, I’m being picky. But, it’s a good thing. I don’t want to just say ‘yes’ for the sake of having a job. Plus, in the meantime, I am working, and making and saving money. This will make a great transition into the next thing I choose to do.
Upcoming shows: Tiger Army, Boris, Alabama Thunderpussy, High On Fire, & Justice.
Upcoming events: Rumbers NYC, Williamsburg – The Musical, Lehigh Valley Sporting Clays Member Appreciation Day, Neil’s birthday, tentative trip to Montreal, probably a few other random things I’ve forgotten…