January 2002

I'm sending you this picture for the following reason: It recently popped up while I was surfing the net and I immediately recognized that this person, owing to her obvious intelligence and sensitivity, was somebody I could relate to and should possibly call the next time my wife kicks me out of the house. Problem is, THERE WAS NO CAPTION UNDER IT, so I don't know who this clearly noble, God-loving gal is. I searched for her likeness in all the obvious places: the Mensa Society roster, the executive directory of the Red Cross, wherever I thought she would likely be. But nada. Perhaps it's for the best. If she forgets to put her pants on during an important photo shoot, Lord only knows what she would do with the car keys.

Well, never mind. While I'm here, I should tell you that NY Rock is giving away merchandise from Gorillaz, Lovage and Zero 7. If you want some, go to the site and let us know.

And for those in the neighborhood, Joy Ryder and the NY Rhythm All Stars will be shaking it up this Thursday at the Red Lion (Jan 24, 8:30 pm, Bleecker St, corner of Thompson St).

Otto Luck