Women of the World

I see these lists everywhere about which countries have the most beautiful women. There appears to be some consensus, however I felt compelled to write this blog (or maybe just to google search pictures of beautiful women) and come up with my own list of top 5 countries. If you think differently than me, I don't care. Get your own blog.

Number 5: United States

This is kind of by default. With 150 million women from all corners of the world in one country there is bound to be some of the most beautiful women here. What ever your preferences be you can find them here. Living in a media centric, sex obsessed culture might not be the greatest thing in the world, but the result is beautiful women of all types.

Number 4: Sweden

Swedish Supermodels. Need I say more? Sweden has been long known for leggy blonds. They make the list by reputation and repeated Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Covers.

Number 3: Ukraine (an ode to Olga)

Dear Olga Kurylenko. You are hot. No wait, you are more than hot. There are no words to describe your hotness. You have elevated your countrywomen to number 3 on the list almost on your own. Freedom loving Eastern European women with sexy Russian accents could not be left off this list.




Number 2: Japan

Everyone knows asian women are among the most desired in the world. Japan is chosen to represent them for a few reasons. Beauty in Japan is art, and so is taking care of us men folk. Japanese women walk contradictory lines; cute but sexy, submissive but in control, innocent but ferocious. Hint ladies we like that kinda stuff.





Number 1: Brasil

Yeah, yeah... everybody says Brasil. I almost selected Argentina, and in reality the women in Argentina are just as beautiful as those in Brasil, but Brasil gets the nod based on reputation. Latina women (need I say more) are probably the sexiest in the world. Not only that, but their sex appeal endures longer than all others. Any place where you have such a convergence of ethnic backgrounds there is bound to be women that will make your jaw drop. Not only that, but apparently the sheer abundance of beautiful women in Brasil is what sets it apart.

Do You Know Dick?

Philip K. Dick that is. If you don't know who he is you should. In my opinion Dick is the Father of Modern Science Fiction. Unfortunately his work has been pillaged and raped by Hollywood over the past few years in films such as Minority Report, Paycheck and Next. These "adaptations" barely resembled the genius that was Dick. The film A Scanner Darkly, was at least an attempt to remain faithful, but got convoluted in its film making. Probably the most famous Dick adaptation was BladeRunner based on Dick's story Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep. His stories and plot lines have been the inspiration for The Matrix, Terminator, and Battlestar Galactica.

Most of Dick's novels and short stories dealt with either totalitarian government, giant corporations and blurring realities. It probably helped that Dick was known to use drugs and was a diagnosed paranoid schizophrenic. I think now more than ever Dick's work is relevant to what's happening. If you're not familiar with Dick I would recommend picking up one of many compilations of his short stories before diving into one of his novels such as The Man in the High Castle or Flow My Tears, The Policeman Said.

Find out more about Dick here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philip_K._Dick

Muse: The Resistance

For anyone who has seen my twitter messages recently, you know I have been obsessively listening to Muse's new album titled "The Resistance" which was released last week (9/14) pretty much every where. I must admit was not a big Muse fan before about a year ago. and in general I'm not a big music guy. I have a few bands I like including The Killers and Foo Fighters, but in general I'll listen to about anything. I first took note of Muse after hearing the song "Starlight." I immediately bought all their albums but found that their most recent album (before The Resistance) "Black Holes and Revelations" was their best. One of the main reasons I'm a fan of Muse is that their music has a certain sci-fi feel. Both thematically in the content of the lyrics, and in musical composition. They utilize alot of elements that are found in new age/spacemusic. I'm a big space/scfi nerd so this is right up my alley.

With "The Resistance" Muse has combined science fiction and political revolution in a feast for the ears. The CD begins with "Uprising" described as a hooligan revolutionary chant. The title track "Resistance" is a 1984 Orwellian inspired love song. "Undisclosed Desires" is a sexy and sleek R&B style track. The next track "United States of Eurasia"is a Queenesque political commentary which ends interestingly with Chopin and jet engins. One of my favorite tracks "Guiding Light" is a balad of love lost. Other tracks include "Unatural Selection," "MK Ultra," and "I Belong to You (Mon Coeur s'ouvre a ta voix)." The CD concludes with a 15 minute 3 part Symphony "Exogenesis" which is about the Death of Earth and humanity's escape to a new world.

This is by far my favorite Muse album. It makes me yearn for a Muse scored science fiction film. I would however settle for a rumored Muse James Bond Song which has been hinted at by the band themselves. If you enjoy previous Muse hits like "Starlight" and "Invincible" you will definately enjoy their newest venture.

Welcoming Myself

I'd like to take this opportunity to welcome myself to the wonderful world of blogging...

Ok I lied, I'm just trying to check out the format.