Glass America is a post-rock, ambient, mostly instrumental band from Wenham, Massachusetts. The band was formed in 2008 and in October of that same year signed with Boston-based, Driven Records. The members of the band, Jared Deame, John Mirisola, Michael Foye, and Micah Wilson, came together with a vision of rejecting the formulaic structures and textures that typify much of Post-rock.
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Redivivus
Glass America released Redivivus on September 8, 2009. The album is a completely self-produced work and has a very "organic feel" according to lead guitarist John Mirisola. The album, which was initially not going to be anything more than a three or four track EP, grew to include eight tracks that span a total of 45 minutes. After listening to Redivivus one of the writters at postrockcommunity stated,
"Glass America...might be 2009's best newcomers...music like this deserves to reach as many people as possible."
Likewise, Audiotier.com had this to add,
"This quartet from the mists of Boston, MA will let easy riffs fly with nicely poised piano melodies and charming drum patterns. Post-rock has had kind a high over the last few years but if the tiresome splashes and hard riveting riffs of punched-down formal heroes has tired you out, then the sound of these Sigur Ros scholars could do some wonders...this record is one of the best post-rock releases of the year. The weight that Glass America are able to put into each song, the pressure and the over-riding anxious energy is more than the average Mogwai song."
Less than one month after being released Redivivus launched Glass America into the top 40 artists on gimmesound with over 1,000 song downloads in its first three weeks alone. The concept for the album can be wraped up in these words by lead guitarist John Mirisola, "The biggest theme to the album, and indeed, the biggest theme in any of our lives, is that there is hope, whatever the circumstance. There is a major chord, even after a whole song in a minor key.”
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Redivivus
Glass America released Redivivus on September 8, 2009. The album is a completely self-produced work and has a very "organic feel" according to lead guitarist John Mirisola. The album, which was initially not going to be anything more than a three or four track EP, grew to include eight tracks that span a total of 45 minutes. After listening to Redivivus one of the writters at postrockcommunity stated,
"Glass America...might be 2009's best newcomers...music like this deserves to reach as many people as possible."
Likewise, Audiotier.com had this to add,
"This quartet from the mists of Boston, MA will let easy riffs fly with nicely poised piano melodies and charming drum patterns. Post-rock has had kind a high over the last few years but if the tiresome splashes and hard riveting riffs of punched-down formal heroes has tired you out, then the sound of these Sigur Ros scholars could do some wonders...this record is one of the best post-rock releases of the year. The weight that Glass America are able to put into each song, the pressure and the over-riding anxious energy is more than the average Mogwai song."
Less than one month after being released Redivivus launched Glass America into the top 40 artists on gimmesound with over 1,000 song downloads in its first three weeks alone. The concept for the album can be wraped up in these words by lead guitarist John Mirisola, "The biggest theme to the album, and indeed, the biggest theme in any of our lives, is that there is hope, whatever the circumstance. There is a major chord, even after a whole song in a minor key.”
New article name is Christine Nussey
Christine Nussey (nee Jesso) was born on October 29, 1983 and grew up in Three Rock Cove on the Port-au-Port Peninsula in Newfoundland and Labrador. On September 21, 2009, Nussey may have become the youngest female mayor in Canadian history when the Town Council of Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou selected her to serve in that position. She is certainly one of the youngest mayors in Canadian history. She was exactly half the median age of town, which is 50.
Nussey was first elected to the Town Council of Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou in October 2008 during a by-election, vying for one of two seats against four other candidates. One candidate later withdrew his consent for nomination.
In September 2009, two Councillors chose not to seek re-election. Two other candidates stepped forward, forming a Council by acclamation. At a Town Council meeting on September 21, 2009, Nussey was chosen for the position of mayor.
Christine Nussey (nee Jesso) was born on October 29, 1983 and grew up in Three Rock Cove on the Port-au-Port Peninsula in Newfoundland and Labrador. On September 21, 2009, Nussey may have become the youngest female mayor in Canadian history when the Town Council of Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou selected her to serve in that position. She is certainly one of the youngest mayors in Canadian history. She was exactly half the median age of town, which is 50.
Nussey was first elected to the Town Council of Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou in October 2008 during a by-election, vying for one of two seats against four other candidates. One candidate later withdrew his consent for nomination.
In September 2009, two Councillors chose not to seek re-election. Two other candidates stepped forward, forming a Council by acclamation. At a Town Council meeting on September 21, 2009, Nussey was chosen for the position of mayor.
The Digestive Hour is a term commonly used to describe the hour after the midafternoon meal in Europe and North America. The term was first coined by Moore, Duong et al. (2009) and popularized within an expatriate group of Canadians residing in Switzerland in the year 2009.
The term Digestive Hour came about as a result of the extreme state of drowsiness that is induced by a typical lunchtime meal. This state of drowsiness renders useless the physical capacity to perform work-related or professional tasks, leading to a decreased level of productivity in the hour immediately following the meal.
Time
The typical time of the digestive hour is not based on an absolute scale, but rather is defined in a relative sense to the period when the individual consumes their food. In general, the lunch hour spans from 12:00 pm to about 1:00 pm in most North American and European cultures, so a general timeframe that the digestive hour takes place is from 1:00 pm to around 2:00 pm. In particular, this is important as this is the time of day that the temperature is the highest, thus excentuating the sleepy or tired feeling that is the major indication of the digestive hour. It should be noted, however, that the so-called "Digestive Hour" may in fact last much longer than the name suggests, in the case of overeating, extended lunch breaks, or variations in the type of food products consumed.
Foods
While in general it has been noted that the consumption of any type of edible food products will induce the onset of the digestive hour, it is known that some foods may enhance and contribute to the hour-long decrease of productivity. In general, heavy carbohydrates combined with protein-rich foods tend to have a more intense effect as opposed to lighter, salad-type meals. Below is a list of foods that in particular contribute the most to the digestive hour:
- large plates of pasta
- hot sandwiches
- doner kebabs
- cheese and dairy-cheese products
- whole rotisserie chickens
- more than 500 g of fresh bread
Effects on Productivity
While there still needs to be more extensive research performed on the effects of the digestive hour on workplace productivity, it is now known through preliminary experimental data that indicators of the digestive hour are the following:
- a tendency to lean
- inability to maintain an open eye position
- multiple trips to the coffee room
- napping
- staring blankly
- general poor efficiency and effectiveness
Testimonials
Third-year Mechanical Engineering student and avid nature enthusiast Christopher Moore has been quoted as saying:
"After approximately 5 months of extensive research, it was conclusively determined that, during the digestive hour, worker productivity acutely declined to levels on par with gastropod molluscs."
Third-year Mechanical Engineering student and fine-food connaisseur Bruce Duong concludes:
"The digestive hour is an important field of study in the interface between work and pleasure. One should be fully aware of the consequences that consuming a large midday meal has on the overall productivity of the rest of the working-day. It is not only critical that individuals should be well-informed of this unique time of day, but I believe that larger organizations should focus on researching techniques of mitigating the negative effects of this "Digestive Hour", in particular napping."
The term Digestive Hour came about as a result of the extreme state of drowsiness that is induced by a typical lunchtime meal. This state of drowsiness renders useless the physical capacity to perform work-related or professional tasks, leading to a decreased level of productivity in the hour immediately following the meal.
Time
The typical time of the digestive hour is not based on an absolute scale, but rather is defined in a relative sense to the period when the individual consumes their food. In general, the lunch hour spans from 12:00 pm to about 1:00 pm in most North American and European cultures, so a general timeframe that the digestive hour takes place is from 1:00 pm to around 2:00 pm. In particular, this is important as this is the time of day that the temperature is the highest, thus excentuating the sleepy or tired feeling that is the major indication of the digestive hour. It should be noted, however, that the so-called "Digestive Hour" may in fact last much longer than the name suggests, in the case of overeating, extended lunch breaks, or variations in the type of food products consumed.
Foods
While in general it has been noted that the consumption of any type of edible food products will induce the onset of the digestive hour, it is known that some foods may enhance and contribute to the hour-long decrease of productivity. In general, heavy carbohydrates combined with protein-rich foods tend to have a more intense effect as opposed to lighter, salad-type meals. Below is a list of foods that in particular contribute the most to the digestive hour:
- large plates of pasta
- hot sandwiches
- doner kebabs
- cheese and dairy-cheese products
- whole rotisserie chickens
- more than 500 g of fresh bread
Effects on Productivity
While there still needs to be more extensive research performed on the effects of the digestive hour on workplace productivity, it is now known through preliminary experimental data that indicators of the digestive hour are the following:
- a tendency to lean
- inability to maintain an open eye position
- multiple trips to the coffee room
- napping
- staring blankly
- general poor efficiency and effectiveness
Testimonials
Third-year Mechanical Engineering student and avid nature enthusiast Christopher Moore has been quoted as saying:
"After approximately 5 months of extensive research, it was conclusively determined that, during the digestive hour, worker productivity acutely declined to levels on par with gastropod molluscs."
Third-year Mechanical Engineering student and fine-food connaisseur Bruce Duong concludes:
"The digestive hour is an important field of study in the interface between work and pleasure. One should be fully aware of the consequences that consuming a large midday meal has on the overall productivity of the rest of the working-day. It is not only critical that individuals should be well-informed of this unique time of day, but I believe that larger organizations should focus on researching techniques of mitigating the negative effects of this "Digestive Hour", in particular napping."
Chris Rickett (born on October 20, 1976 in Stratford, Ontario, Canada) was a local political figure in the City of Stratford, Ontario.
Raised in Stratford, Ontario, Rickett has been involved in politics since an early age, organizing his first political protest at the age of 11, picketing the Perth County Board of Education so he could skateboard to school.
His political organization continued into his teenage years, as he advocated for youth issues and organized protests against police brutality, education cuts and homelessness in the city, as well as launched a successful constitutional challenge against the City of Windsor's postering by-law. He would open the 10 Day Café in 1996 and operate it through 1998 as a youth-run arts centre in the heart of downtown Stratford. Several local amateur musicians would get their start there.
Often found on the editorial pages of Stratford’s 3 local newspapers, Rickett started What’s Up, Chuck? Magazine in 1997 and published through 2001 (click here for a review). What’s Up, Chuck? was known for its biting sarcasm and criticism of local police and city officials. Rickett and the magazine were featured in Broken Pencil, The Walrus and many local papers for its outspoken nature.
Rickett's writing ranges from gonzo journalism and self-indulgent fiction, to pointed commentaries on infrastructure and climate change. His 2002 publication of "Tales of a Festival City Hack" fictionalized his experiences driving taxi and featured stories about run-ins with Al Waxman, Richard Monette, William Hutt and the police. On the other hand, his non-fiction work shows an ability to research and present well reasoned arguments on climate change, municipal politics and energy issues. Rickett has contributed to Municipal World Magazine and Renew Canada.
After a second unsuccessful run for a seat on Stratford City Council in 2000, Rickett attended the University of Waterloo and completed a degree in Urban Planning. He made his return to Stratford in 2003, and in his third attempt for a seat on City Council, was successful in securing a place at the decision making table. Serving as a Stratford City Councillor, Rickett Chaired the Planning & Heritage Committee and Energy & Environment Committee. He launched a number of successful programs, including authoring the city’s environmental strategic plan, a 10-year funding formula for the Stratford-Perth Museum and aided in the development of the Market Square Design Competition.
In 2006, Rickett decided against running for re-election and stepped down from public office in order to concentrate on completing his Masters in Public Administration at the University of Western Ontario.
Raised in Stratford, Ontario, Rickett has been involved in politics since an early age, organizing his first political protest at the age of 11, picketing the Perth County Board of Education so he could skateboard to school.
His political organization continued into his teenage years, as he advocated for youth issues and organized protests against police brutality, education cuts and homelessness in the city, as well as launched a successful constitutional challenge against the City of Windsor's postering by-law. He would open the 10 Day Café in 1996 and operate it through 1998 as a youth-run arts centre in the heart of downtown Stratford. Several local amateur musicians would get their start there.
Often found on the editorial pages of Stratford’s 3 local newspapers, Rickett started What’s Up, Chuck? Magazine in 1997 and published through 2001 (click here for a review). What’s Up, Chuck? was known for its biting sarcasm and criticism of local police and city officials. Rickett and the magazine were featured in Broken Pencil, The Walrus and many local papers for its outspoken nature.
Rickett's writing ranges from gonzo journalism and self-indulgent fiction, to pointed commentaries on infrastructure and climate change. His 2002 publication of "Tales of a Festival City Hack" fictionalized his experiences driving taxi and featured stories about run-ins with Al Waxman, Richard Monette, William Hutt and the police. On the other hand, his non-fiction work shows an ability to research and present well reasoned arguments on climate change, municipal politics and energy issues. Rickett has contributed to Municipal World Magazine and Renew Canada.
After a second unsuccessful run for a seat on Stratford City Council in 2000, Rickett attended the University of Waterloo and completed a degree in Urban Planning. He made his return to Stratford in 2003, and in his third attempt for a seat on City Council, was successful in securing a place at the decision making table. Serving as a Stratford City Councillor, Rickett Chaired the Planning & Heritage Committee and Energy & Environment Committee. He launched a number of successful programs, including authoring the city’s environmental strategic plan, a 10-year funding formula for the Stratford-Perth Museum and aided in the development of the Market Square Design Competition.
In 2006, Rickett decided against running for re-election and stepped down from public office in order to concentrate on completing his Masters in Public Administration at the University of Western Ontario.