Between 1987 and 2000, MTV Europe broadcast Party Zone, charting the frontier of European electronic music. For a primer, check the frenetic "megamixes" of featured artists on Party Zone's exclusive R&S Records (alive and well). On a more coherent note, Party Zone occasionally featured live performances by Orbital, Mouse on Mars (1,2) and others. Video (and occasional) Interview jockey Simone Angel even sat down for a chat with Richard D. James [1h10m, interpsersed with heretofore unseen videos and live performances].
posted to MetaFilter by obscurator at 2:35 PM on January 17, 2012 (1 comment)

"A day in the FBI was never like this before! You are Special Agent Dale Cooper and you’ve found yourself trapped inside of the Black Lodge, a surreal and dangerous place between worlds." Black Lodge is an Atari 2600-style action game for PC and Mac, created by Jak Locke as a love letter to both retro gaming and Twin Peaks.
posted to MetaFilter by jbickers at 7:15 AM on September 27, 2011 (36 comments)

This guy is really good at dancing. SLYT. Watch in fullscreen if possible.
posted to MetaFilter by (Arsenio) Hall and (Warren) Oates at 11:56 AM on September 24, 2011 (166 comments)

My SO and I each have a Droid X2 on with grandfathered in unlimited data plans. Waht cool games and apps can take the bes advantage of this?
posted to Ask Metafilter by sandra_s at 8:33 AM on September 8, 2011 (4 comments)

Gawker's John Cook yesterday published an exclusive report on a trove of documents from the Nixon Presidential Library tracing the development of Fox News to a 1970 internal memo annotated by then-consultant Roger Ailes. Part of a 318-page cache of similar documents, the memo -- "A Plan For Putting the GOP on TV News" -- called for the creation of a strongly pro-Nixon news outlet operated from the White House which would disseminate partisan news packages free of charge to local affiliates across the country. By coordinating release of these targeted reports with allied politicians and duping opponents into hostile interviews, Ailes hoped to bypass the "prejudices of network news" -- a desire which led him to advocate for some unexpected political policies at the time, from campaign finance reform to anti-poverty efforts. The report comes as Fox is waging an aggressive two-front PR war with perceived ideological enemies -- calling on viewers to file IRS complaints against Media Matters' tax-exempt status for their dogged fact-checking of the network, while on-air hosts launched a campaign to label Jon Stewart "racist" after he called out their record of falsehoods following a critical interview with Chris Wallace (previously).
posted to MetaFilter by Rhaomi at 3:44 PM on July 1, 2011 (92 comments)

It started two months ago to the day, when a stuttering/strobing video of angry man obscenely rapping over a spasmodic drumbeat was posted on YouTube from an unknown group who called themselves Death Grips, with the promise of an album and a mixtape within the year. The next day, a new track went up, not furious like the day before, but the rapper sounded a bit hoarse now. More tracks were uploaded every few days, and on April 26th the mixtape was on YouTube, soundcloud, and available to download from their website and other places. Still, little is known about the group, beyond that it's probably a trio and Zach Hill is involved.
posted to MetaFilter by filthy light thief at 6:54 PM on May 8, 2011 (16 comments)

I just got grease from KFC on my shirt during my break while I was eating. I am actually at work in a lab right now. What is the best solvent to use to try to get out the grease stain?
posted to Ask Metafilter by never.was.and.never.will.be. at 6:09 PM on April 12, 2011 (16 comments)

The Dune RPG that never was.
posted to MetaFilter by Artw at 12:16 PM on January 11, 2011 (70 comments)

List of Libre Games. Open Game Systems. Compendium of Free Role Playing Games. Free RPGs at 1000 Monkeys, 1000 Typewriters. Tired of role-playing game books the size and price of textbooks? You've got a lot of alternatives.
posted to MetaFilter by Zed at 12:23 PM on December 23, 2010 (18 comments)

In a five part series he wrote a few years ago, blogger J. Brad Hicks breaks down how, in the mid-1960s, the Republican party made a conscious decision to rebrand themselves as the party of Christians, and in doing so, how they had to shift the ideology of the churches to what he calls a "false gospel".
posted to MetaFilter by quin at 1:36 PM on September 15, 2010 (208 comments)

Dune question: Why doesn't the Spacing Guild just take over the universe?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Cool Papa Bell at 9:49 AM on August 31, 2010 (34 comments)

Futurama has always been a haven for geek humor, but last week's episode "The Prisoner of Benda" pushed things to the next level. First hinted at in an American Physical Society interview with showrunner David X. Cohen (previously), staff writer and mathematics Ph.D. Ken Keeler devised a novel mathematical proof based on group theory to resolve the logic puzzle spawned by the episode's brain-swapping (but no backsies!) conceit. Curious how it works? Read the proof (in the show or in plain text), then see it in action using this handy chart. Too much math for a lazy Sunday? Then entertain your brain with lengthy clips from the episode -- including two of the funniest moments in the series in the span of two minutes.
posted to MetaFilter by Rhaomi at 1:46 PM on August 22, 2010 (130 comments)

40 Things You Need to Know About the Next 40 Years For it's 40th anniversary issue, Smithsonian magazine asks experts in various fields for insights into our future and compiles a list of 40 predictions about the future of science, nature, the arts and technology. The feature essay is by President Obama, in which he explains why he's optimistic about America's future. (VIA)
posted to MetaFilter by mondaygreens at 6:01 AM on July 15, 2010 (48 comments)

After a 10 year hiatus, I've started roleplaying again. What are some good community sites?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Wossname at 8:58 AM on June 1, 2010 (8 comments)

Is anyone here an "Internet Marketer" or has anyone here got any analysis/insight/opinions/comments/views they would like to share on "Internet Marketing"?
posted to Ask Metafilter by samengland at 4:58 PM on May 17, 2010 (11 comments)

Vince Clarke welcomes Motherboard.tv to his electronic cabin in the woods.
posted to MetaFilter by urbanwhaleshark at 12:01 PM on March 20, 2010 (21 comments)

Eating healthy on a budget isn't just for hipsters on food stamps. While some have called Michael Pollan and Mark Bittman's ideas about cooking and eating "elitist," there are many cooks who are smart enough to know that cooking at home is the only way to eat healthy on a budget. While Jamie Oliver pledges to give all school children "10 recipes that will save their lives," almost anyone on any budget can change the way they shop for, prepare, and think about food.
posted to MetaFilter by sararah at 3:35 PM on March 17, 2010 (80 comments)

New research: Sweeteners like high-fructose corn syrup alter human metabolism, digestion
posted to MetaFilter by jefficator at 11:47 AM on December 15, 2009 (151 comments)

Each person has one mind, right? Wrong, according to the Concept of Internal Cohabitation - we are all born with two autonomous, sentient minds. One of them can think rationally and relate to other people, and one of them is fundamentally negative in outlook, and opposed to relating. Both minds watch the world through our senses, but compete for control of the body. But if this is indeed the case, why is it not common knowledge? How could such a fundamental aspect of human nature go unnoticed for so long?
posted to MetaFilter by memebake at 8:36 AM on September 21, 2009 (74 comments)

The Play-Generated Map and Document Archive: finally providing a place to put all those odd doodles, detailed maps, and character sketches that come out of your weekly gaming sessions.
posted to MetaFilter by Scattercat at 10:08 AM on August 18, 2009 (28 comments)

If French Fry Coated Hot Dogs^* were too sane for you... Russian Haired Sausage!
posted to MetaFilter by Anything at 7:12 PM on August 5, 2009 (58 comments)

Can I filter out previously posted URIs from a delicious RSS feed for a specific tag?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Brian Puccio at 10:38 AM on April 17, 2009 (4 comments)

Hip Hop Zelda. It's a booty call from Hyrule, a love letter in rhyme to your childhood featuring some of the best independent and mainstream Hip Hop artists. MF Doom, Edan and Aesop Rock get tossed together with Dr. Dre, Common, and Jay Z in this surprisingly compelling mashup of old Legend of Zelda tunes. If the TriForce Rules Everything Around You, hit up the link above to stream the album, or download it for free here.
posted to MetaFilter by shmegegge at 10:31 AM on March 17, 2009 (23 comments)

Give me your recommendations for good sites/articles about playing roleplaying games.
posted to Ask Metafilter by kpmcguire at 5:57 PM on March 10, 2009 (7 comments)

A dubstep workout on the 808 kit, with liberal usage of videogame samples.
posted to MeFi Music by First Post at 5:00 AM on March 2, 2009 (4 comments)

I'm being asked to do a freelance project and I have no idea what I'm doing!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Anonymous at 7:49 AM on March 4, 2009 (12 comments)

Some classic dubstep with a little funk halfway through.
posted to MeFi Music by ageispolis at 4:19 PM on January 1, 2009 (4 comments)

Reading this article (and a USA Today story linked in it) this morning, and I'm curious about an astronomical event mentioned in it.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jasondbarr at 7:29 AM on February 10, 2009 (12 comments)

Every day we go on to the streets, dying at his defenders who thought about us. About us, that they were not destined to see. But we can remember!

And imagine that the horror that the people was to survive.

WWII era Photographs, I assume, of Leningrad combined with current photographs. This era has also recently been portrayed effectively by David Benioff in his novel City of Thieves. Found the pictures via Warren Ellis who thinks the photographer may be Sergei Larenkov.
posted to MetaFilter by zzazazz at 12:42 PM on January 29, 2009 (16 comments)

How can I make my Wii Fit less chatty?
posted to Ask Metafilter by leahwrenn at 5:26 AM on January 29, 2009 (8 comments)

Accompanied by Aphex Twin's classic Selected Ambient Works II, we have the rarely-seen experimental video Stakker (Westworld) in nine parts: Z Twig / Radiator | Rhubarb | Hankie | Grass | White Blur | Parallel Stripes | Z Twig / Lichen | Blur | Match Sticks
posted to MetaFilter by Blazecock Pileon at 11:09 PM on January 21, 2009 (37 comments)

Researchers discover gigantic "Caterpillar" spaceship that travels at (17/45)c. Just another exciting development in the Game of Life (previously).
posted to MetaFilter by fatllama at 12:41 AM on January 20, 2009 (51 comments)

What color text on what color background maximizes screen readability while minimizing eyestrain?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Joe Beese at 3:26 PM on January 19, 2009 (19 comments)

Cerebus: A Diablog. Every week or so,Laura and Leigh read, review, and discuss an issue of Dave Sim's seminal comic series Cerebus.
posted to MetaFilter by Alvy Ampersand at 12:10 PM on January 18, 2009 (36 comments)

The Great Pyramid of Giza was a Pulse Pump. (.com) You know, for free energy. Inspired by the work of Ram Pump inventor and "Pharoh's Pump" author Edward J. Kunkel, The Pharoh's Pump Foundation is dedicated to general pyramid pump awareness and answers many relevant questions. For instance: Is this Pharaoh's Pump stuff hallucinations of a raving maniac?
posted to MetaFilter by ph00dz at 12:13 PM on January 17, 2009 (25 comments)

The Tiling Database. Browse some random patterns. Or narrow down your search here.
Looking for an ornament in the Alhambra? Or a spiral tiling? Or perhaps a Topkapi scroll?
posted to MetaFilter by vacapinta at 11:13 AM on January 13, 2009 (10 comments)

Japanese cat food commercials: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
posted to MetaFilter by needled at 6:59 PM on December 24, 2008 (24 comments)

Star Wars Technical Commentaries. Learn about the Endor Holocaust. [previously] Learn why it's not really called a "Super Star Destroyer," and why it's not actually five miles long. You can even learn what all those little pips and cylinders mean!
posted to MetaFilter by cthuljew at 11:44 PM on December 6, 2008 (66 comments)

Firetheclientfilter: I did a deal for freelance writing, agreed to a flat rate, have found the client to be unreasonable and inflexible, feel like this is fast becoming a bottomless pit of time and frustration. Politely pull the plug?
posted to Ask Metafilter by ambient2 at 6:26 AM on December 7, 2008 (11 comments)

The Top 10 Samples in Hip-Hop History. -- Well, not really the 'Top 10', but it's 10 samples and loops from hip-hop history, brought to you by a somewhat goofy bedroom DJ. He followed it up with 14 more sets of 10 -- 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15. (List of tracks discussed in each part in the youtube descriptions.)
posted to MetaFilter by empath at 8:34 AM on November 30, 2008 (40 comments)

Gizmine - "the world's largest Japanese gadgets and lifestyle design shop." Viewable by color, theme, price, popularity, or brand.
posted to MetaFilter by Manhasset at 10:30 PM on November 26, 2008 (11 comments)

I am looking for a good menu planner/template that fulfills what I think are pretty basic features.
posted to Ask Metafilter by like_neon at 10:39 AM on June 10, 2008 (4 comments)

303, 909, FX, MIXER = ACID VARSITY. In other words, two virtual 303s, a 909, effects and a mixer running for free right in your browser.
posted to MetaFilter by 6am at 9:16 AM on April 4, 2008 (41 comments)

I'm a child of the '80s, and I loved the '80s. However, I didn't develop a sense of good taste until about 1994, and as a result my pop-culture radar is completely jammed with crappy cartoons designed to sell toys, cereal commercials, and Ewoks. Can you recommend totally awesome movies/TV shows/etc. that will satisfy my '80s nostalgia, but are good enough to watch today?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Metroid Baby at 3:24 PM on April 3, 2008 (75 comments)

What are the best DVR options for 2008?
posted to Ask Metafilter by mhh5 at 3:01 PM on March 7, 2008 (20 comments)

Animal Face Off! A herd of buffalo battle a pride of lions and two crocodiles. Like "The Warriors" at a watering hole.
posted to MetaFilter by Kraftmatic Adjustable Cheese at 9:57 AM on May 22, 2007 (45 comments)