This entry was published at least two years ago (originally posted on May 15, 2005). Since that time the information may have become outdated or my beliefs may have changed (in general, assume a more open and liberal current viewpoint). A fuller disclaimer is available.
Apple’s just posted their latest iPod commercial, this one titled ‘Pop-Lock’, after the style of dance in the video.
Watching it, I’m struck by two things.
- Daft Punk still bores me. The only time I could ever get “into” most Daft Punk songs was when I was under the influence of acid, and as I stopped bothering with recreational pharmaceuticals a few years back…well, that ended any real interest in Daft Punk.
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Is there any real difference between what’s now called “Pop-Lock” (or “Pop-n-Lock”, as I’ve generally heard it) and what used to be called “The Robot” back in the 80’s heyday of breakdancing? I can’t really see much difference at all, if any.
“Rock Star (Jason Nevins Edit)” by N.E.R.D. from the album Rock Star (2003, 7:42).