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First Kiss and their get-around… and now Rollins and Danzig?  At least the former duo had nothing to do with their embarrassment.  But I imagine they would really like to kick the S*IT out of a couple comic book guys about now…

I am sorry Henry.

Starring super-notorious musclebound punk/metaldudes Glenn Danzig and Henry Rollins (with a little help from super-notorious soft-rockdudes Hall and Oates) Henry & Glenn Forever is a love story to end all love stories! The premise of this Cantankerous Titles-released comic is explained at the front of the zine: “Henry and Glenn are very good ‘friends.’ They are also ‘room mates.’ Daryl and John live next door. They are satanists.” What follows is ultra-metal violence and cryfest diary entries, cringing self-doubt and mega-hilarious emo-meltdowns. Who knew Danzig was such a vulnerable, self-conscious sweety-pie? Who knew Rollins was such a caring spouse? Who knew Hall and Oates were so infernally evil—yet so considerate? Well, illustrating/writing team Igloo Tornado (featuring super-awesome comixdude Tom Neely) did and they kicked down 64 fully-illustrated pages with it. Genius on all fronts. Terrifyingly cute. Cutely terrifying. As the real-life Rollins says, quoted on the back cover, “Has Glenn seen this? Trust me, he would not be impressed.”

Well, sound stuffy?  It’s not… I have had the privilege of participating in a couple of these conferences and they are a fantastic time!  Not only do you get to meet bikers from all over the country, you get to spend some time talking bikes and lifestyle with others who really think about it.

The IJMS online magazine is also a gem to add to your bookmarks.  Check out the amazing articles, great artwork, and provocative info passed around in this fine venue.  In fact, why not head there now. http://ijms.nova.edu/

Love, Respect, and Biker Theory,

ArtBiker

Call For Papers: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOTORCYCLE STUDIES CONFERENCE, Colorado Springs, Colorado, June 3-6, 2010

The International Journal of Motorcycle Studies (IJMS), the only online, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to motorcycle culture, will be hosting its inaugural conference at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, June 3-6, 2010.

IJMS is dedicated to the study and discussion of motorcycling culture in all its forms—from the experience of riding and racing to the history of the machine, the riders and design to the images of motorcycling and motorcyclists in film, advertising and literature.

We welcome submissions on all areas related to the cultural phenomenon of motorcycling worldwide. We invite contributions from all members of the motorcycling community.  Suggested topics include:

• The motorcycle or riding in film, literature, art and music
• The motorcycle as art
• Motorcycle racing
• Motorcycle history
• The role of place/environment in motorcycling
• Motorcycling and issues of safety and risk
• Motorcycling and the law/legal issues
• Motorcycle technology/design
• Motorcycling and race, class, ethnicity, sexuality or gender
• The psychology of the motorcycle, the motorcyclist and the ride
• Motorcycle travel/tourism
• Motorcycle rights and politics
• The commodification of motorcycles, motorcycling and/or motorcyclists
• Motorcycle clothing/fashion
• Advertising/marketing of motorcycles, gear and motorcycle culture
• Media representations of motorcycling
• Other literary, anthropological, geographical, historical, sociological, political, economic/business or psychological perspectives of motorcycling culture

In addition to traditional academic paper presentations, we encourage submissions using alternate forms, such as photographic exhibitions or multimedia presentations.

Please respond to Lisa Garber (garber1903@gmail.com) with a biographical statement and an abstract of 150 words by January 15, 2010.

Basic information about IJMS and the conference can be found at http://ijms.nova.edu

Last night I was getting my weekly fix of the hit tv show, Sons of Anarchy, when I noticed that ol’ Mr. Rollins had what might be considered one of his best speaking parts ever in a television or movie.  Henry, as many of you know, was the front man for the punk rock band Black Flag before heading out on his own solo ventures… which later turned into spoken word performances, which bordered on stand up comedy, which later turned into spots on tv, his own show on MTV, and a few small rolls in films.

So, this was all in the back of my mind when I came across an old interview with Henry by some young kid who obviously didn’t really know what he was doing, which led me to check out a few other videos… here are three…

1st is a snippet of the interview with that poor kid

2nd is a bit of a spoken word piece about dating

3rd is a short video of two Black Flag songs

aw heck… just for fun I will throw in a fourth video of Henry hitting back (I have met Rollins man times and he is a very calm person… but when he is pushed, he will push back.  Notice that he lets this guy smack at him a while before he finally retaliates).

Love, Respect, and Punk Rock Icons,

ArtBiker

If for any reason you missed the last two write ups about Rollins and the Sons of Anarchy, check them out with the links below… I hope you enjoy.

Sons of Anarchy Update – there is a new character in town

Sons of Anarchy Roar Back Onto the Little Screen

And, for the best in SoA episode updates and insider news, check out my good friend Rippin-Kitten… Her blog kicks ass and you should really be reading it on the regular anyway… check it  www.rippin-kitten.com

The boys are back and this time around they are showcasing a build of their own.  Scott DiLalla and Zack Coffman, the directors of the award-winning biker documentaries “Choppertown: the Sinners” and “Brittown” bring you a new film that has taken two years to complete.  “Harbortown Bobber” follows the build of Scott’s ’69 bobber from the ground up.  Well known and well respected builders like Irish Rich, Earl Kane, J-Bird, Jonathan Smith, Dennis Goodson, and the folks of both U.S. Customs and Todd’s Cycles get in on the action and share their personal stories.

I am anxiously awaiting the release of this one and you can pre-order on the Choppertown Nation site (www.choppertownnation.com).  For any of you in the SoCal area, this weekend is the premiere party. The event will take place October 15, 2009 at 7:30pm to 1am 
at the Laemmle 4-plex in Santa Monica! Get there early because seating is limited. Dickies sent work shirts for the first 500 people and they are being offered with free silk-screenings before the show. The After-party is at Ye Olde King’s Head, right next door, so you can really make a night of it.

If you can make it out, please shake the hands of both Scott and Zack for me, enjoy the show, and toss down one extra brew on my behalf.

Love, Respect, and Biker Films!

ArtBiker