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2009
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R4NT Radio August 2009
by David Gluzman
R4NT Radio August 2009 dammit summers over edition, featuring: Love Grenades, Hipp-e, Aaron Jerome, The Disco Builders, Two Fingers, Saukrates, Asheru, Juice Al…
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R4NT Radio April 2009
by David Gluzman
R4NT Radio April 2009 what’s that in the air edition, featuring: Yppah, Recloose, Clyde, Sepalot, Black Spade, Two Fingers, Shuttle, Quite Nyce & Radar Ellis, a…
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R4NT Radio January 2009
by David Gluzman
R4NT Radio Numero Undici, featuring: Joy Denalane, Cottonbelly, Rae & Christian, ISoul8, Swamburger, Lupe Fiasco, Thunderheist, Price Fatty, and the Outerlectua…
2008
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Yes Man
by David Gluzman
Routine. It’s what keeps society ticking. School, jobs, breakfast, drinking, idealizing famous people, it’s all routine. Carl Allen (Jim Carrey), is the type of…
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R4NT Radio November 2008
by David Gluzman
R4NT Radio Emotional Rollercoast Edition featuring: Yoshida Brothers, Cat Power, Rodrigo Y Gabriella, Sia, J Dilla, Ave.To, The Long Lost, Sufjan Stevens, and N…
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Christian Prommer's Drumlesson
by David Gluzman
I originally sat down on the couch to read the latest issue of WIRED magazine and decided to plop in some new music.. While dodging the overwhelming amount of ads presented to me in the magazine I was suddenly completely unable to stay focused on what I was looking at and was completely absorbed by the music being played.
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R4NT Radio September 2008
by David Gluzman
R4NT 10th Anniversary Edition featuring: Pop Levi, Replife, Foreign Beggars, Grouch, Eyereel Allstars, Blakkat, Mr.Scruff, Marcel and Kirsty Hawkshaw!
MUSIC
Quasimode - The Land Of Freedom
by David Gluzman
Growing up I was heavily influenced by the sounds of classical music, and then later on by Jazz. I fondly recall listening to lots of Miles Davis, Dizzy Gillesp…
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R4NT Radio May 2008
by David Gluzman
R4NT Radio less talk more action edition, featuring: Clara Hill, Outlines, Alexkid, Alan Braxe, Marbert Rocel, Ghislain Poirier, Al Shid, Ugly Duckling, and Living Legends.
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R4NT Radio January 2008
by David Gluzman
R4NT Radio super mega action packed edition (over an hour of goodness), featuring: Joash, Dr.J, Arkestra One, Herb Alpert, Llorca, Can 7, Joey Negro, Wagon Cookin, Spank Rock, Sixtoo, Eddy Meets Yannah, Terranova, Alpha, Inina Gap and others.
2007
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Interview: Fink
by David Gluzman
Fink has been touring around the world playing some of the most prestigious venues and regularly selling out where ever he goes. Having also toured with Zero 7 only after their fourth ever booked gig!! To add to Fink’s ever growing fame, he has recently had a track showcased as the soundtrack to a new MasterCard commercial.
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R4NT Radio July 2007
by David Gluzman
R4NT Radio post Calgary Stampede Edition, featuring: Micatone, Jamiroquai, an unknown track, Shantel, LTJ Bukem, Wiley, The Heavy, and Mega Bass.
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R4NT Radio March 2007
by David Gluzman
R4NT Radio 7th Year Edition, featuring: Big Muff, Sneaker Pimps, Amon Tobin, Cut Chemist, Agave Nectar, Ame...Mixing, Nick Holder, Up, Bustle & Out, and The Cinematic Orchestra.
2006
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R4NT Radio December 2006
by David Gluzman
R4NT Radio Super-Winter-Edition, featuring: Koop, Up, Bustle & Out, Eliot Lipp, International Deejay Gigolos, Florian Keller, TY, Jean-Paul Bondy, Jazzanova, and Solo Andata.
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R4NT Radio August 2006
by David Gluzman
Round 3 of R4NT Radio. In an effort to makeup lost ground from July, we've got an extended program featuring: Lee Baby Simms, Phil Ranelin, Bonobo, Niko, Osunlade, Delinquent Habits, Richard Dorfmeister, Kerri Chandler, and Rubim De Toledo.
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springsix: the video
by David Gluzman
After almost two months, and trashing the old computer for a new one. We can finally show you what it was like for those few days in Graz. Thus here it is the last piece of the springsix series. The Video!
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R4NT Radio June 2006
by David Gluzman
Welcome to yet another round of R4NT Radio. Today we are featuring some tastey treats from: Carl Craig, Beat Assailant, Roisin Murphy, Quantic, Aceyalone & RJD2, and Kraak & Smaak.
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R4NT Radio May 2006
by David Gluzman
After six years of publishing music reviews with words.. We've upgraded... Welcome to R4NT Radio. Inside: Border Crossing, ZeroDB, AmmonContact, Dj Cam, Gotan Project, & Fink.
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Interview with Coldcut
by David Gluzman
After almost 8 years since their last release. We got the chance to catch up with Matt Black to talk to him about "Sound Mirrors" along with all things tech, with a side of politics, and some clips from the new album. Tune in!
2005
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Holiday Loungers in Style
by David Gluzman
It’s quiet. Time to put on some tunes than everyone can enjoy, and I don’t mean ‘Jingle bells’ or anything remotely jingly. I’m talking about some solid lounge.
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The adventure of Thailand
by David Gluzman
This place looked awesome, beautiful beach, beautiful restaurant / bar and great little bungalows to sleep in. All within a stones throw of the beach. We could easily spend the rest of trip here.
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Crazy Hot New Music
by David Gluzman
Much like our past features, such as "Mad Fast Reviews" I'm going to quickly attempted to brainwash you out of the mainstream tar pits and into the world of dope, hot, buzzin' new beats.
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Kensington Expert Mouse
by David Gluzman
Everyone I know is jumping on the ergonomics bandwagon. Since the working population finds themselves sitting at a computer for the better part of the week one can get a bit sore or even injured.
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Archos Gmini 400
by David Gluzman
We're talking serious convergence plus excellent build quality, and outstanding functionality. After the initial learning curve, you will be up and running within minutes of powering the unit on.
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nik Color Efex Pro 2.0
by David Gluzman
The professional tool of choice is obviously Adobe Photoshop, which in turn has an endless amount of tools for tweaking and adjusting imagery. But sometimes the included tools just aren't enough..
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Interview with Daedelus
by David Gluzman
I grew-up in a home full of music so it took extra time for me to really start collecting, now I'm on something like 10,000 vinyl..
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Interview with One Self
by David Gluzman
Their voices, placed together for the first time, mesh into a lyrical, melodic blend which summons up memories of the best of Native Tongues updated for a new century..
2004
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Websites Nuances
by David Gluzman
Uuuh I think I can figure out what a link is and what it can do, why in the world are you cluttering my reading speed with "Click here?"
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10 Days in la Pura Vida
by David Gluzman
It was high time to pack up some shorts and head out to experience Central America! Backpacks and plane tickets only.
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Poem
by David Gluzman
A Poem Late at night
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The Real Review (iPod)
by David Gluzman
I enjoy cataloging my music, and I was sure the iPod would allow me to have easy and quick access to my favorite tunes at all times. The Real Review
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Mad Fast Classics
by David Gluzman
It's October and since October is just that little bit different.. Propellarheads, Diana Krall, Tricky, & INI.
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Interview with Mr.Scruff
by David Gluzman
The master of the tables is back, this time for an interview with R4NT. We diss the yellow Submarine, and hear that he likes Canada!
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Mad Fast Reviews 2
by David Gluzman
Back again with more quick beats to digest. 3 Albums once again, this time cream of the crop, and all worth buying. Listen to it all! (Dj Krush, Quantic, Federico Aubele)
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Wagon Christ - Sorry I Make You Lush
by David Gluzman
Wagon Christ tricks - woozy, gaudy, beautiful kitschtronica, the tightest, tidiest funk drummage and anus-wobbling sub bass.
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Interview with Infinite Livez
by David Gluzman
Phrases that you are likely to come across whilst snorting your drink out through your nose in horror, disgust and amusement.
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Mad Fast Reviews
by David Gluzman
3 Albums, 3 minutes. Please take your time and read it carefully. We've got disco, we've got funk, we've got it quick! (Chris Joss, 4Hero, Rae and Christian)
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Screw thy Customer
by David Gluzman
I don't ask for much, I simply want to be treated relatively the same as a 40 year old walking into your establishment.
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Lamb - Between Darkness and Wonder
by David Gluzman
The mid 1990's introduced me to a new style of music that has forever changed the way I listen to music. I remember when I first heard Massive Attack and the da…
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Zen RMX: Remix Retrospective
by David Gluzman
Who would have thought that an Ex-art teacher (Jonathan More) and a computer programmer (Matt Black) would have started a creation back in the late 80's that wo…
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Zen CD: A Retrospective
by David Gluzman
What have the ninja's at Ninjatune been upto for the past decade or so? Since their conception by Jonathan More and Matt black (most know these guys as Coldcut…
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Zen tv DVD
by David Gluzman
Ninja Tune Music Video Compilation Let me start by saying the following: There is simply no better DVD music compilation worth buying in 2004 than this. Are you…
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The Paperless Endeavor
by David Gluzman
What's an office without a forest of paper trails? What's a purchase without a receipt? What's a visit to the washroom without.. well um.. Actually let's not go that far. I'm going paperless...
2003
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Steam Whistle Brewery (Toronto)
by David Gluzman
Bottoms up Sure Toronto might be expensive *cough* CN Tower *cough*, but all you need is about $5 and a pint of beer to have a really good time. Funny enough go…
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Alexkid - Mint
by David Gluzman
There is no question good dance music comes from France… …do 'Daft Punk' or, 'St.Germain' ring a bell? Well it's been a hard time coming to find this latest gem…
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10 Years of Wall of Sound
by David Gluzman
This is absolutely the BEST, you heard me: THE BEST Various artists release from a single label I've ever heard! Since starting to review music here on R4NT, I'…
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Drinking the black stuff
by David Gluzman
I think the main reason I started drinking coffee was due to the coffee house craze; which took off quicker than Bush declaring war on Iraq..
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Peaked
by David Gluzman
You'd have to spend hours to be able to count all the mountain tops within your sight. The wind howls and you get pushed around a little, noticing that you are tremendously high up and one wrong move could land you a long way down..
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It's getting hot in here
by David Gluzman
Since Calgary is near the mountains the weather changes faster than a busy downtown hooker changes clients. Thus weather is the number one conversation piece if you live around here...
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Dave Aude - Mixed Live
by David Gluzman
Uncensored, one take, true skills, lots of energy. That is the truth behind the 'Mixed Live' series from Moonshine music. Recorded live at Velvet in St. Louis,…
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Bookworm Deluxe
by David Gluzman
Gaming is a popular topic of conversation on R4NT these days. I've read many opinions on how "Enter The Matrix" is the best game going right now, and I think it…
ARTICLE
A non researched view of Insurance Companies
by David Gluzman
I only have one more year to go in order to reach premium platinum adult driving status or for my car insurance to drop to a record breaking low, glory I can't wait. Hold up, back up the truck. I've been paying insurance on vehicles for about 6 years.. Hmm. That's about… oh.. $18,000..A non researched view of Insurance Companies
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Liberator Shapes: Wedge + Ramp Combo
by David Gluzman
I had the perfect plan: Candle light dinner, some Barry White and a glass of wine, followed with some sweet tender loving, but with a twist! What the hell is th…
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Mr.Scruff Video DVD
by David Gluzman
"How many wheels does your car have? Not as many as this one! The new 12 wheel squirrel" Who the heck is Mr. Scruff you say? Well if you've seen the new Lincoln…
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A Fine Cheese
by David Gluzman
She had just turned 18 and was out ripping it up at the club, but then it dawned on me that she was born in 1985! Heck, I remember what I was doing in 1985, and that made me feel really old..
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Digital Camera: Canon S30
by David Gluzman
After 3 long years with a suffering Toshiba digital camera, I finally got my hands on a compact and stylish next-gen Camera by Canon. Regardless that this camer…
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Xperience: Drum & Bass
by David Gluzman
I was really excited to sit down and listen to this album, over and over again. This album compiled by Dj Clever is the definition of great Drum and Bass. Hard…
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Xperience - Club Mix
by David Gluzman
Good freakin' house beats mixed in with some bleepy techno samples. Welcome to what the current house scene sounds like. The "Xperience" line is a new venture f…
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TV Crap
by David Gluzman
..that compilation CD of the best smooth rock of the 80's looks really tempting, yet what the hell is going on with their pricing!? A Canadian company, on Canadian television, yet has the audacity to sell in AMERICAN dollars?!
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Funki Porcini - Fast Asleep
by David Gluzman
Abstract lounge down tempo from one of the greats. Now in his 4th release we get an extra special treat of an included full length DVD with just as amazing visu…
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Xbox Live
by David Gluzman
$80 for headset/mic combo combined with 2 game demos and an online subscription model that doesn't even tell me how much it will cost when the free year of xbox…
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Predictions 2003
by David Gluzman
Here are some predictions that I'm making up purely on a spur of the moment whim..
2002
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Amon Tobin - Out From Out Where
by David Gluzman
Excite your senses.. From an original Jazzy sound back with Bricolage (June 1997) Monsieur Tobin has managed to move farther (Permutation 1998) and farther (Sup…
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Why I will never buy Maxtor ever again
by David Gluzman
This really boils my blood, not only has Maxtor not lived upto it's service, warranty or customer satisfaction, but now I would have to spend MORE money (about 20 bucks) in returning a drive..
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Bird Watching
by David Gluzman
..the fact is men MUST checkout any hot chicks within their viewable area..
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Scissorkicks - Live Mix at the grill (blizzarts), Montreal
by David Gluzman
The last time I went to get groceries I casually poped in this album, then found myself getting to safeway in record time. This album is full of phat breaking b…
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The Future of gaming
by David Gluzman
..Killing 50 or so people in a random arena, or clicking to death an opponent in a RPG is just pathetic. *Yawn* I don't have the time or energy to devote building up skills (character stats) in different games.
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NEC FE950+ (19" CRT)
by David Gluzman
Quick Specification breakdown: 18-inch viewable screen size 0.25- to 0.27-millimeter dot pitch 1,792 x 1,344 maximum resolution at 68 Hz refresh rate OptiClear…
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Fubar (The Movie)
by David Gluzman
Just Give'r. Sweet, a movie about head-bangers that shotgun cans of Pilsner. What else would you want to see in a low budget movie depicting some white trash in…
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Mt.Bike try-hards are lame
by David Gluzman
..What isn't cool is seeing un-core people buy super crazy downhill bikes and then just ride it throughout town without a helmet or anything..
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The Social Experiment
by David Gluzman
..Every time I would pay for something on my credit card I would then make sure to act cool and make sure to sign absolutely nothing like my proper signature. The results I may say were quite interesting..
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Consumerism
by David Gluzman
..Some punch the clock at a higher frequency so that they can make an extra buck in order to buy a new $50,000 car. Problem is they already drive a two year old $45,000 car!
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CBC Olympics
by David Gluzman
..I'm on this station to watch some athletes slobber all over themselves whilst in burning agony of their event..
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Friends don't let friends buy brand name computers
by David Gluzman
...brand name computers are good for two kinda people, newbies, and old people...
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Radar Zone
by David Gluzman
...Theses stealthy bastards camp out in undercover cop cars tagging speedsters while having a nap or chewing on a donut. God I hate photo radar...
2001
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Golfing
by David Gluzman
...To clear things up, I'm referring to the daily habits of chronic internet users..
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Roommates
by David Gluzman
...I found a bunch of her books lying around and I just fell over laughing (books on witch craft, and an odd book named "There is nothing wrong with you")...
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Day to remember
by David Gluzman
...After further inspection the stairs were too step to drag my stuff up it. So I decided to just look around aimlessly...
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Can't Think
by David Gluzman
...I've always wondered why traffic circles never really took off in North America...
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False Hopes
by David Gluzman
...my parents forgot to tell me that having $100 at the bank didn't yield much interest. Guess I shouldn't have spent that 20 cents I made all at one time...
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uOY KCuF
by David Gluzman
...Zooming in daddy's brand new jaguar while passing in and out of lanes @ 30km/h over the speed limit while talking on their cell phones and smoking a cigarette...
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Shiny Happy Colors
by David Gluzman
...Deciding to look for inspiration elsewhere such as a book comes to mind. Falling asleep is normally the consequence of taking a book into my hands...
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Superhero, for your gums!
by David Gluzman
...Remember that first time the lights came out and what you though was a preview to a killer new action film was actually a stupid ad...
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Lost in Fashion
by David Gluzman
...Ah yes my beloved ties… I think that word could be synonymous with management. Every time I think of a manager I think of some moron telling me what to do with a clashing tie around his eight ball...