Ah, if only we had really built ugly international styled office facades for all classical buildings, then dealt them one solid blow with a wrecking ball… At least one amazing artist would be out of a job.

Illusionist/muralist John Pugh has graced the sides of buildings around the world with his 3d murals with baffling visual effects.  A small collection of his works are showcased here and here.  Enjoy.

Friend and former PwCer, James Good, is 3 days into his cross country odyssey across the US from Seattle WA to Charlotte NC via a bicycle. Already having to deal with lonely nights fending off ravenous mice in remote parts in Washington, James’ solo journey can be followed via twitter, and his blog which he hopes to frequently update along the trail. Above is the general route he’ll be traveling.

Good luck James!

The unusual combination of Sparklehorse, Danger Mouse and David Lynch form like voltron to create this fantastic albumn. However due to the fact that EMI is the devil, the music wont be seen on any record store shelves anytime soon.  A book of photos from Lynch was set to accompany the albumn, but since the music isn’t being released by EMI, you can buy the booklet, equiped with a blank CD-R to “Use it as you will.”

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Leaving for Hawaii in the morning for 10 days. Pineapples, papayas and porpoises be warned.

* Actual quote from long time Detroit Mayor, Coleman Young.