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Paul Weller sings 'That's Entertainment' with Noel Gallagher

English great Paul Weller sings 'That's Entertainment' with Noel Gallagher of Oasis.
Jimmy Barnes & Johnny Diesel - 'Since I Fell For You'

An acoustic performance from the 'My First Gig' series, this time with Mark Lizotte (aka Diesel), singing the jazz/blues standard 'Since I Fell For You'.
Community - The DJ Steve Porter Remix!

"Cameron Diaz" is Spanish for "Techno Remix" NBC's new comedy show Community gets remixed by DJ Steve Porter.
Off the Exit - Rob Russell and the Sore Losers

Rob Russell and the Sore Losers performing their theme to Charter's "Off the Exit" show. Just thinking about ol' Rob today, and wondering when we might see him out again... Selected by Jared.

Auto-Tune the Ads

The Gregory Brothers turn their attention to the advertising industry, with great humorous effect.
Auto-Tune the News #9

The Auto-Tune guys are back and ready to go as presidents and prime ministers sing in harmony. Love and happiness abounds!!
Bring The Noise - Anthrax with Public Enemy

For a high school kid with an identity problem, this song seemed to put it all in perspective. At least for a week or two. Selected by Jared.
Mike Nesmith and Frank Zappa on "The Monkees"

Mike Nesmith and Frank Zappa switched places on "The Monkees", and created a comedy cavalcade of awkwardness. Selected by Jared.

Auto-Tune the News #10

On "Auto-Tune the News #10", presidents and prime ministers sing in harmony. Love and happiness abounds. Selected by Jared.
Bo Jackson - "Don't Know Diddley"

Bo Jackson, one of the world's finest athletes and role models, in one of his "Bo Knows" commercials. Selected by Jared.
World's Longest BasketBall Shot

More from Dude Perfect. I don't know whether to like them or find them utterly annoying, but they do what they do for a good cause. Selected by Jared.
Secretary Chung and President Obama Auto-Tune Health Care

Barack Obama and Alexa Chung (the newly appointed Secretary of Real Talk) explain health care reform the only way people will understand--through song and dance.

Remi Gaillard - Ice Hockey

More from Remi Gaillard, the funny Frenchman. Check him out on youtube when you get the chance.
Auto-Tune the News #8

T-Pain is in the auto-tune house, and the Gregorys tackle Michael Vick and others. Not literally...and Maggie Rodriguez steps in for Katie Couric, to my great delight. Selected by Jared.
Auto-Tune The News #7

The Gregory Brothers are back, and this time they have brought a friend. And an auto-tuner. Funny stuff. Selected by Jared.
Martin Sexton - Diner (Live)

Martin performs live at the Old Settlers Music Festival in Austin Texas. April 2008 "DINER". Selected by Jared.

Pictures and Sounds - Burning in the Sun

Luke Reynolds' newest band Pictures & Sounds revisits Blue Merle song, Burnin' In The Sun, and turns it into a slow jam of sorts. Live in Dallas at the Loft, 10/11/08.
Ted Nugent Dies on Miami Vice

Ted Nugent gets whacked in a pastel jacket in this episode of Miami Vice, as the 10cc classic "Cry" plays on. Lots of bad reaction shots, not much dialog - the things that made this show such a lasting hit. Selected by Jared.
Sherlock Holmes Trailer

I am looking forward to seeing this film - Guy Ritchie seems to be back on top of his game (The post-Madonna years have been good for other artists, i.e Sean Penn.), and Downey and Law look like a great team. Check out the trailer. Selected by Jared.
Worst Fight Scene Ever

This should embarrass even the most dedicated Trekkie. Selected by Jared.

Worst Kung Fu Movie Auditions Ever

Hilarious clips of how not to audition for a kung fu movie. Of, course this includes the infamous Afro Ninja. Selected by Jared.
The Flaming Lips on Austin City Limits

Never a group to do things the traditional way, the Lips completely transform Austin City Limits, making it the funhouse that every Lips show eventually becomes. Selected by Jared.
Flaming Lips - Do You Realize?

Taken from the concert film "UFO's at the Zoo", this is a great version of this song, a touching and beautiful ode to life and the never-ending cycle. Selected by Jared.
Marc Broussard - "Home" Live on TNT/NBA

Marc Broussard's live performance of "Home" on TNT at the NBA All Star Game. Definitely one of my favorite performers going today. Selected by Jared.

Auto-Tune the News #6

The latest round of headlines set to the music of the Gregory brothers. Sit back and enjoy. Selected by Jared.
Kings of Leon - Use Somebody - LIVE at the 2009 Brit Awards

Kings of Leon perform their single 'Use Somebody' at The Brit Awards 2009.
Remebering Michael in Las Vegas

The look on these anchorsâ€™ faces at 0:33 might rank among the greatest YouTube freeze-frames of some period of time. Selected by Jared.
Daybreakers Trailer

Edward Dalton is a researcher in the year 2019, in which an unknown plague has transformed the world's population into vampires. Selected by Jared.

Bob Schneider - Big Blue Sea

This guys just keeps popping up every time I have a conversation about my favorite songwriters and performers. He is what Austin is all about, in every way. Selected by Jared.
John Mellencamp - If I Die Sudden

Great song from an under-appreciated artist. John Mellencamp can still bring it, as he shows here with aplomb. Selected by Jared.
Auto-Tune the News #5

Debate at the capitol building is fierce, and in perfect pitch. Whichever congressman/woman hits the highest note gets to pass his/her legislation on Auto-Tune the News #5. Selected by Jared.
Dhani Jones Plays Rugby, British News Coverage

If you have never watched "Dhani Jones Tackles the Globe", you are missing out. The Bengals linebacker travels the world participating in foreign sports and competition, having only a week to prepare. This particular week was rugby. Selected by Jared.

Mike Doughty - Janine

I love Mike Doughty and Soul Coughing. Thought I'd share some of the love - Mike Doughty - Janine (Live) 5-11-07 in Rochester, NY. Selected by Jared.
Schoolhouse Rock - Three is a Magic Number

This is my favorite of the Schoolhouse Rock songs, especially after the birth of my daughter. Thought you might like it...selected by Jared.
Phish at Thompson-Boling Arena

Phish back in Knoxville after all these years - back together again, and I was unable to go. KnoxNews.com put up this video, though, to give me a little feel of what it was like. Selected by Jared.
Auto-Tune the News #4

Urgent issues call for equally urgent harmonies, and they are provided by politicians, pundits, and gorillas alike in this fourth chapter of news opera. Selected by Jared.

In The Shadows - Lost Stranger

Three young guys from Kingsport with a guitar and a dream - keep it up, fellas. Selected by Jared. "I say walk away...".
FOOT 2009 (REMI GAILLARD)

French prankster and footballer Remi Gaillard gives us the latest entry to the FOOT series, making some unbelievable shots around Paris. Selected by Jared.
Auto Tune The News Flashback # 1

The Auto Tune crew gives us a look back with the "Auto Tune Flashback". Selected by Jared.
David Carradine in Kill Bill 2

David Carradine passed away late last night. Here's a clip to help remember him. Selected by Jared.

NBA Bloopers

Just in time for the NBA Finals, here is this year's blooper reel.
The Next Big Thing?!?

This 16 year old kid, Bryce Harper, is currently on the cover of Sports Illustrated and is supposed to be the next sports phenom. A little early, and a little anxious, but he looks like a sure bet to make it big one day soon.
Professor Longhair & The Meters - Tipitina

The mighty Meters backing up Professor Longhair, who deftly makes his way through the classic "Tipitina" - a hallmark of New Orleans music. Selected by Jared.
Red Sox Help Fan With Disability Sing Anthem

Now that baseball is in full swing, I thought I would break out this video that proves Red Sox fans aren't always jerks. Selected by Jared.

Jason Isbell - Dress Blues

A stirring song from Jason Isbell, who is playing this year's Rhythm and Roots Festival with his band The 400 Unit. Selected by Jared.
Auto-Tune the News #3

For the third time, pundits, talking heads, and news anchors urgently break into song to deliver the news. Very funny stuff. Selected by Jared.
Martin's Fine Furniture - Super Marty

In a great series of horrible commercials, Marty is at it again, this time with hood and cape! Pretty Funny Stuff from Martin Fine Furniture. Selected by Jared.
Martin's Fine Furniture - In Space

In a great series of horrible commercials, Marty is at it again, only this time...IN SPACE!!! Pretty Funny Stuff at Martin Fine Furniture. Selected by Jared.

The Shining Trailer - Recut

Who hasn't wondered what The Shining would have been like if it had been a romantic comedy? Honestly, who has? Apparently one person because someone took the time and made a trailer depicting just that.
Playing For Change - A Change is Gonna Come

This performance demonstrates what happens when some of the musicians from Stand By Me meet and perform for the first time.
Playing For Change - War/No More Trouble

This song around the world features musicians who have seen and overcome conflict and hatred with love and perseverance. We don't need more trouble, what we need is love. The spirit of Bob Marley always lives on.
Playing For Change: Stand By Me

From the award-winning documentary, "Playing For Change: Peace Through Music", comes the first of many "songs around the world" being released independently - "Stand by Me".

The Hunt for Gollum - Full Trailer

On Sunday, "The Hunt for Gollum" is due to get its premiere. It's a 40-minute high-definition film, released over the Internet, made by fans who are earning no profit on it. The movie is a prequel to "The Lord of the Rings". Selected by Jared.
Hardware Wars - Part 1 of 2

George Lucas said, "Hardware Wars is my favorite Star Wars parody." When George Lucas created the world of Star Wars over 25 years ago, he also inspired an alternative world inhabited by humor.
Hardware Wars - Part 2 of 2

George Lucas said, "Hardware Wars is my favorite Star Wars parody". When George Lucas created the world of Star Wars over 25 years ago, he also inspired an alternative world inhabited by humor.
Auto-Tune the News #1

Interviewers, sportscasters, and vice presidents alike break into song to report important news. Very funny stuff. Selected by Jared.

Auto-Tune the News #2: Pirates. Drugs. Gay Marriage.

For the second time, pundits and news anchors urgently break into song to deliver the news. Very funny stuff. Selected by Jared.
Xylopholks - Another New York Video

More people like this - that's what we need in the world. Check em out on myspace or look 'em up on FaceBook as "The Xylopholks". Selected by Jared.
Bangin Pots: The Freddie Sez Story

I hate the Yankees, but I have much love for Freddie Schuman. On his way to the last opening day at the old Yankee Stadium, Fred tells the story of his transformation into the pan-and-spoon-weilding Freddie Sez. Selected by Jared.
The Hurt Locker Trailer

This looks very good. Powerful, moving, and intense - I look forward to seeing it when I get the chance. Selected by Jared.

Flutter: The New Twitter

As Twitter-mania reaches new levels, Slate V presents a mockumentary about a company that wants to take microblogging to the next level.
CSI Miami - Endless Caruso One Liners

Edited clips showing loads of the corny one-liners used by David Caruso just before the Who chimes in on CSI Miami. Selected by Jared.
''Inscription for the Ceiling of a Bedroom''

American original Dorothy Parker recites her poem ''Inscription for the Ceiling of a Bedroom.'' Selected by Randal.
Al Green - Simply Beautiful

The title says it all. Al Green live and acoustic on VH1 Classic. Selected by Jared.

E.T.A. - Short Film by Junk

Marvin has the most boring job in the universe - but all is not as it seems...
Bailiey Plays Dead

It's an Oscar-worthy performance by this talented dog in Stupid Pet Tricks.
Hitchcock on the subject of fear

Filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock discusses one of his favorite subjects -- fear. Selected by Randal.
Paul Weller - "You Do Something To Me" (Acoustic)

Paul Weller plays one of my favorites, "unplugged". Selected by Jared.

''Rooty Toot Toot''

''Rooty Toot Toot'' is a stylized, animated adaption of the classic murder ballad ''Frankie and Johnny.'' Selected by Randal.
Arthur Miller on the topic of suffering

Here, noted playwright Arthur Miller discusses suffering and how it's perceived in the modern age. Selected by Randal.
Tahiti Boy & The Palmtree Family - "1973"

A friend sent me this - I thought I would share the weirdness. Good stuff. Selected by Jared.
ESPN Old Timers' Day

Can't get enough of the ESPN Sportscenter spots. This is a great one. Selected by Jared.

Batman Gets Pwned

This is ridiculous and irreverent and crude. And I laughed a lot. Selected by Jared.
The Ukelele Orchestra of great Britain - "Satellite of Love"

Another pick from the UOGB. Lou Reed's "Satellite of Love" sounds great in the hands of these irreverent and talented musos. Selected by Jared.
Scott Joplin plays ''Maple Leaf Rag''

Here American musician and composer Scott Joplin plays ''Maple Leaf Rag.'' Selected by Randal.
Peter Gabriel - "Come Talk to Me (LIVE)"

Peter Gabriel - "Come Talk to Me", taken from the excellent concert video Secret World Live. Selected by Jared.

Godfather Part II Trailer

The greatest motion picture ever made. Period. Selected by Jared.
A conversation with Louise Brooks

Here is rare filmed interview of Louise Brooks -- dancer, actress, author, and iconic beauty of the silent screen. Selected by Randal.
Bob Dylan - "Kingsport Town"

Bob Dylan plays "Kingsport Town", an outtake from "The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan" in 1962. Selected by Jared.
Noel Coward... the greatest white rapper in history?

Sophisticate supreme Noel Coward sings his rap-like ''Mad Dogs and Englishmen.'' Selected by Randal.

Vidal on the state of liberty

Novelist and essayist Gore Vidal is interviewed on the Real News Network program ''Think.'' Selected by Randal.
"The Kid" - Charlie Chaplin

Scene from, and trailer for, "The Kid", a film by the great Charlie Chaplin. Selected by Jared.
Robert S. McNamara: Rationality will not save us

Here is an excerpt from ''The Fog of War: Eleven Lessons from the Life of Robert S. McNamara,'' an award-winning documentary by Errol Morris. Selected by Randal.
"All These Things That I've Done" - The Killers (Live)

The Killers - "All These Things That Ive Done" - Live @ T In The Park (09/07/2005). Selected by Jared.

"Life on Mars" - The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

Another track taken from the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. This time it's Bowie's "Life on Mars". Selected by Jared.
"Shaft" - The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain's rendition of that classic Isaac Hayes movie theme from 'Shaft' played live at Cambridge Folk Festival. Selected by Jared.
"Vincent" - A Short Film by Tim Burton

A short film created by Tim Burton, with narration buy Vincent Price. An eerie, wonderful faerie tale. Selected by Jared.
Tower of Power with Chester Thompson and Carlos Santana

The last half of "Knock Yourself Out" from the 2006 Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland featuring Carlos Santana and CHESTER THOMPSON!!! Selected by Jared.

Ritchie Havens - "Freedom (Motherless Child)"

Ritchie Havens sings "Freedom/Motherless Child" at Woodstock. Havens is truly a class act. Selected by Jared.
"Star" - Short Movie Directed by Guy Ritchie

This short film by Guy Ritchie features Madonna acting like Madonna and Clive Owen as her driver. It was originally made as an advertisement for BMW. Selected by Jared.
Citizen Cope - "Let the Drummer Kick"

Citizen Cope's video for "Let the Drummer Kick". The typographic animation was created by a fan for youtube. Selected by Jared.
Amos Lee - "Keep it Loose, Keep it Tight"

Amos Lee performs "Keep it Loose, Keep it Tight" live at the Abbey Road Studios. Selected by Jared.

Gil Scott-Herron - "The Bottle"

Gil Scott-Herron, and a video clip for his classic "The Bottle". Selected by Jared.
"Golimar" - The Indian "Thriller"

I don't know if I want to laugh or cry. This is the Indian version of "Thriller", and it is amazing. Selected by Jared.
"Dangle" - A Short Film

This is a very clever and funny short film by Phil Traill about a guy playing with a giant red rope that dangles from the sky. The film won the BAFTA/LA Excellence Award. Selected by Jared.
"rabbit" - a short film

A dreamlike but dark story of lost innocence and the random justice of nature, told with curious images from a distant childhood. Selected by Jared.

The last interview of Orson Welles

Here is the final interview of the legendary Orson Welles. He died two hours after this taping. He was 70 years old. Selected by Randal.
Stravinsky conducts ''Firebird'' (excerpt)

Here is Igor Stravinsky, at age 82, conducting the final two movements from his acclaimed ''Firebird Suite.'' Selected by Randal.
Wizzard - "I Wish it Could be Christmas Everyday"

One of the most ridiculous Christmas songs and get-ups ever produced. Wizzard made good use of glitter, pomp, and cheese. Selected by Jared.
Christmas Lights Gone Wild

Cheesy and over-used, this clips still works as an example of holiday exuberance and spirit. Selected by Jared.

The Specials - "A Message To You, Rudy"

Great ska song, with a cool video. This was one of my faves growing up, and stands the test of time. Selected by Jared.
Rene Magritte: A brief exhibition

Here is an all-too brief exhibition of some of the works of artist Rene Magritte. Selected by Randal.
"Captain Kirk" - Bob Schneider

Very cool little video concieved, drawn and directed by Bob Schneider, with help from Jordan Stone and the WeFail Army. Selected by Jared.
Inspirado!

40 inspirational movie speeches mashed together for a short 2-minute burst of positivity. Or something like that. Selected by Jared.

''Night Chorus'' from ''The Death of Klinghoffer''

Here is ''Act I, Scene 2: Night Chorus'' from ''The Death of Klinghoffer,'' an opera written by John Adams in 1991. Selected by Randal.
Anna Pavlova performs ''The Dying Swan''

Prima ballerina Anna Pavlova performs her most famous solo-work ''The Dying Swan.'' Selected by Randal.
White Christmas

Mark wants everyone to get into the Christmas spirit, so he selected this video, a tried and true favorite of the season.
Prop 8 - The Musical

Conceived and Written by-Marc Shaiman, and starring a cast of many. Selected by Matthew.

Long Lost Commercial...

This one speaks for itself. Selected by Jared.
"Old Enough" - The Raconteurs

Video for "Old Enough" by The Raconteurs From their album "Consolers Of The Lonely" Selected by Jared
"I Met The Walrus" - Short Film

An amazing short animation piece built around a 1969 interview with John Lennon conducted by a 14-year-old Beatles fan. Selected by Jared.
"Black Button" - Short Film

An award-winning short film based on the premise of a "Faustian Bargain", the question is put to the viewer -What would you choose? Selected by Jared.

Simon and Garfunkel - "Late in the Evening"

Simon and Garfunkel play one of my favorites from the Concert in Central Park in 1981. Selected by Jared.
Townes Van Zandt - "Waiting Around to Die"

Townes Van Zandt was one of our nation's finest songwriters, with an ache in his soul that you could feel in every note or lyric line. Selected by Jared.
LOVE & HATE ("Night of the Hunter")

Robert Mitchum in "Night of the Hunter", the epitome of evil. Selected by Jared.
LOVE & HATE (The Spike Lee Update)

Spike Lee uses a scene from "Night of the Hunter" to inspire his character Radio Raheem from "Do the Right Thing". Selected by Jared.

The Good, The Bad, and The Weird

Trailer for Korean action western 'The Good, the Bad, and the Weird.' Selected by Mark.
Vladimir Nabokov discusses ''Lolita''

Vladimir Nabokov discusses his controversial novel ''Lolita'' with American literary critic Lionel Trilling. Selected by Randal.
''The Tell-Tale Heart''

This is a unique animated adaptation of the famous Edgar Allan Poe short story,''The Tell-Tale Heart'' Selected by Randal.
Glenn Gould performs Bach (BWV 1052)

This is an excerpt of pianist Glenn Gould performing Bach's Keyboard Concerto No.1 D minor BWV 1052. Selected by Randal.

Cassius Clay and Liberace on the Jack Parr Show

The Greatest recites a poem to a soundtrack provided by Liberace. Selected by Jared.
"Once Upon A Time In The West" Opening Scene

"Once Upon A Time In The West" has what I consider to be the finest opening scene ever filmed. Selected by Jared.
The Lone Biker of the Apocalypse

From one of the funniest movies ever made, the Coen Brothers classic "Raising Arizona". Narrated by Nic Cage. Selected by Jared.
JCVD Trailer

I am really, really looking forward to this movie. Seriously. I'm not joking. Selected by Jared.

Zappa Plays Zappa - "Peaches En Regalia"

Dweezil Zappa has hit the road with several of his dad's old bandmates, playing live shows as "Zappa Plays Zappa". This is a great version of "Peaches En Regalia".
The Beatles - "Don't Let Me Down"

The second time the Beatles pop up on this list in some fashion.
Stevie Wonder and Ray Charles - "Livin' for the City"

Jared picks Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder singing Stevie's classic "Livin' for the City".
Nina Simone - Ain't Got No...I've Got Life

Jared chooses Nina Simone playing "Ain't Got No... I've Got Life". Nina Simone has always been a favorite, and this is a great video of a very uninhibited and poignant performance form the early '70's.

"The Heart of the World"

"The Heart of the World" is a hyper-kinetic short work by Canadian filmmaker Guy Maddin. Selected by Randal.
Tippett rehearses ''Putnam's Camp''

Sir Michael Tippett rehearsing a composition by Charles Ives with the Leicestershire Schools Symphony Orchestra in 1969. Selected by Randal.
Two audio recordings of Robert Ingersoll

One of America's leading nineteenth-century intellectuals speaks via 1890s-era Edison phonograph recordings. Selected by Randal.
Senator Joe McCarthy gets his comeuppance

Senator Joe McCarthy gets his comeuppance... at long last. Selected by Randal.

Bruce Campbell - World's Greatest Actor

The trailer for "Army of Darkness", one of the finest examples of cinema in modern times, and the defining role of Bruce Campbell's career.
Showtime Pizza Palace Band plays

Apparently there is a guy out there who bought the robot band from a Showbiz Pizza Palace and he records different songs with them. This is one of the better quality ones.
Kevin Pollack Impersonates Christopher Walken

Mark chose this video, a great impersonation of the wonderful talent and being that is Christopher Walken.
Andromeda Strain Trailer

Mark chooses this video for Michael Chrichton, who has just passed away.

Bubb Rubb and Lil' Sis Whistle Tips

Bubb Rubb and Lil' Sis became internet sensations when this video hit YouTube. Watch and see why.
ESPN - Running of the Brats

Hands-down the best commercial series on television, the ESPN Sportscenter ads always make me smile.
Tower of Power - What is Hip?

Jared picked this gem - a 1973 performance of their seminal funk classic.
While My Guitar Gently Weeps

From Dave â€“ Prince, Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne perform classic George Harrison song on VH1

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