Monthly Archives: August 2012

Digital music & poetry album downloads

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Karl Dallas

The following albums and tracks can be played/downloaded from http://karldallas.bandcamp.com/. MORE ALBUMS ARE IN THE PIPELINE

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Israeli propaganda unchecked, Palestinian perspectives censored on BBC | The Electronic Intifada

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Karl Dallas

BBC removes Palestine comments from Ken Loach “Prom” interview. BBC World Service withdrew recorded interview it commissioned from a reporter who returned to Gaza to interview the schizophrenic who tried to kill him. Israeli government threatened to close down the … Continue reading →

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Seven Jazz steps to heaven!

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Karl Dallas

This autumn is going to be fun at Seven Arts in Leeds. We’ve got the vocal talents of Liane Carroll, pianist John Taylor, saxmen Benn Clatworthy and Peter King, a big band tribute to Pepper Adams featuring American baritone sax … Continue reading →

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The Lie That Tells the Truth: Contents

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Karl Dallas

My life and good times: Memoirs of a rock ‘n’ folk survivor 1971 Singers of an Empty Day Elvis Presley – Meanwhile, in Vegas Frank Sinatra: Mr Nixon’s Capo Bob Dylan: Freaking the Media 1974 Industrial folklore 1975 Bob Marley: … Continue reading →

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Built-in racism: Israeli real estate article lauds “desirable” Arab-free neighborhood

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Karl Dallas

This is what’s called “racial steering” and it is illegal in the US While this kind of racism is considered normal in Israel, to put this in an American context, let’s recall that the United States also has a long … Continue reading →

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New WordPress apps for Android and iOS

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Karl Dallas

New WordPress apps are now available for Android (beta only at present) and Apple’s iOS. Download WordPress Android 2.3.1 app beta Download WordPress iOS 3.1 app Click the above link or scan the QR image below to install the WordPress app … Continue reading →

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Costner in talks for Branagh’s Jack Ryan film – Film-News.co.uk

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Karl Dallas

Read my essay on Tom Clancy in my Kindle ebook, The Lie That Tells the Truth. Costner in talks for Branagh’s Jack Ryan film – Film-News.co.uk: Kevin Costner is reportedly eyeing a lead role in Kenneth Branagh’s upcoming spy … Continue reading →

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