#Diamond star program in C

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Ranmaru Kurosaki (All Star)

Translator: Nadie (Twitter: NmoniaG)

Proofreader: Raine (Twitter: amagiyas)

Editor: Snail (Twitter: herbert_snail)

Chapter Five - Unexpected DISTORTION

Masato Hijirikawa: Welcome back to another episode of "Ranmaru Kurosaki's Rock 'n' Roller"! Tonight's program is packed once again!

Ren Jinguji: We'll introduce you to all kinds of high-spirited rock styles. Make sure to stay until the end!

Ranmaru Kurosaki: No time t'lose! We're starting off with a banger today! Steel yerselves and listen up!

Kurosaki-senpai snaps his fingers toward the camera.

At the same time, the song that he selected for today starts playing.

Kurosaki-senpai, you're so cool!

The other day he told me to come to the studio before our meeting to watch his program.

"Ranmaru Kurosaki's Rock 'n' Roller" is a midnight show hosted by Senpai.

It's popular for its information on rock music, atypical for idols, as well as its upbeat and loaded corners.

I was put in charge of the opening song for this show. That's why I came here today to watch it.

Masato Hijirikawa: Now, for the next segment of this show: "My—"

Ren Jinguji: "My—"

Ranmaru Kurosaki: "Rock 'n' Roll"!!

The announcement of the name of the next segment is followed by the strumming of a guitar.

In this segment, viewers send in various "rock-related incidents" which Kurosaki-senpai then rates on a rock meter.

It's a popular segment on the show.

Masato Hijirikawa: Well then, the first Rock and Roll is "G" from Kyoto… Hm…? This is…

Hijirikawa-san's eyebrows knit together upon reading that outloud.

Masato Hijirikawa: In any case… let's just continue. I'll read it.

Masato Hijirikawa: "The young master of my household is striving to become a top idol…"

Masato Hijirikawa: "In order to celebrate his successful debut, I went to visit a CD shop…"

Masato Hijirikawa: "I placed the young master's CDs in front of every other CD on the shelves! Rock and Roll!"

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Son of a—Yer just inconveniencin' other musicians! Nothin' rock 'bout that! Zero points!! Zero-ck and Roll!

Kurosaki-senpai hits the button in front of him with full strength. Then, "0 Points" appears on the monitor.

That's too bad, Mister "G."

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Ugh, whatever, Ren, read the next one!

Ren Jinguji: Okay, Ran-chan. Hm, the next Rock and Roll's rock name is... "Joe G"?

Ren Jinguji: "I'm the bodyguard of the third son of a certain conglomerate." Wait, that's…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: What's wrong, Ren? Go on.

At Kurosaki-senpai's urging, Jinguji-san continues to read.

Ren Jinguji: "One day, I noticed a dark shadow trailing him. So I took my .44 Magnum from its holster. The wasteland's bird of prey—A Desert Eagle."

Ren Jinguji: "I didn't realize it then. But who would have thought that this would be related to the intrigue of an international diamond organisation?"

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Rocker stop!!

Kurosaki-senpai stops Jinguji-san.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: What happens next's no joke! I give ya 80 points, but don't ever send another message t'us again!

Kurosaki-senpai hits the rating button with gusto.

You got a high score, Mister "Joe G"! Congratulations!

And just like that, the program comes to a seamless end. Everyone is now taking a break in the dressing room.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: The messages today weren't that good. Hopefully we'll have better luck next time.

Kurosaki-senpai slumps down on a chair.

Senpai looks tired. Maybe I should get him something to drink…

Select the Phrase!

オレンジジュース　Orange juice (+10 Love)

There's nothing better than vitamin C to beat the exhaustion after a recording.

Haruka Nanami: Kurosaki-senpai! Here, have some orange juice!

I pour the juice in a cup and hand it to him.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Orange juice…? Do I look like a kid t'you? I'm not you…

Haruka Nanami: Oh…

He has a point, it doesn't really fit his image…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Well, whatever. It has vitamins, which is good for the body... I'll take a sip.

He takes the orange juice and downs the whole cup.

コーラ　Cola (+15 Love)

Haruka Nanami: Senpai, take this!

I hand him a can of cola that I bought at the vending machine.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Aight… Rock and cola, a nice combination. Good thinkin'.

He drinks the cola with a satisfied expression.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: —Ahh! Cold and tasty. It's no beer, but that really hit the spot.

Seems like he's happy about it. That's good!

お茶　Tea (+0 Love)

Haruka Nanami: Ah, Senpai, take this!

I serve Senpai some of the tea from the pot in the dressing room.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Hm, thanks. Pff, hot! The temperature's too hot!

Senpai, who wanted to chug the whole thing, starts coughing.

When I look at the tea pot I can see it's boiling, explaining why the temperature was so high.

Haruka Nanami: I'm sorry! A-are you hurt?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: That burned… Make sure t'only pick cold drinks from now on!

Haruka Nanami: U-understood..!

I reply while handing him some water.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: So? Any ideas for the opening song?

He asks after taking a breath.

Haruka Nanami: Let's see… How about a band?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: A band?

Haruka Nanami: Yes. It's an opening song for a rock show, and since everyone can play an instrument I thought it would be nice to have you all perform.

Masato Hijirikawa: I see… Everyone is used to seeing us sing, but it's a rare sight to see us play our instruments.

Ren Jinguji: Not to mention that playing an instrument is sexy. I'm sure it'll do well, Lady.

Haruka Nanami: Thank you!

Kurosaki-senpai folds his arms and seems to contemplate something.

Does he not like the idea?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: It ain't a bad idea, but…

He mumbles a few words.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: I'd play the bass, Masato the keyboard and Ren the saxophone. But we don't have drums or guitar.

Haruka Nanami: We could have the instruments programmed. Or we could ask someone to help us with that part.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Programmin' would kill the soul of it, and askin' randos for help would also…

"Mmm…" he adds in a low voice.

Then…

Jii: If you will pardon me.

I hear a familiar voice from behind the door.

That voice belongs to…

Haruka Nanami: Jiiya-san?!

I open the door and see Jiiya-san, Hijirikawa-san's elderly manservant, standing in front of me.

Jiiya-san previously enrolled in the Saotome Academy which is where I first met him.

Jii: My, my, I just wanted to check in and see how things have been going since we last met. Hm? You are the Jinguji scion! And you are…?

Jiiya-san stares at Kurosaki-senpai unblinkingly.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Who the hell are ya…?

Jii: I am Fujikawa, a butler at the Hijirikawa household. Could you possibly be the Kurosaki—

Masato Hijirikawa: Hold on, Jii, why did you barge into the dressing room without notice?

Hijirikawa-san asks while trying to read Kurosaki-senpai's facial expression.

Masato Hijirikawa: And also, Jii… Could it be that you sent an email to a certain rock show?

Jii: Whoa, COUGH, COUGH! What could you possibly mean?

Jiiya-san suddenly chokes.

Jii: Aaah, that reminds me! I wanted to give you this, Young Master!

Saying this, Jiiya-san takes a letter out of the breast of his kimono.

Masato Hijirikawa: What's this…? Oh, are those the documents I asked for?

Hijirikawa-san eyes the documents.

Masato Hijirikawa: Hariya Holdings… So it's… Hariya?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Hariya?

Upon hearing what Hijirikawa-san said, Senpai looks up in surprise.

And then…

George: Pardon me.

Huh? I remember that voice too…

As the door creaks open, a tall man enters the room.

Haruka Nanami: Oh, George-san!

George: Ah, so you're here as well. The Hijirikawa scion too… It has been a while. Hm? Are you…

George-san now, too, stares at Kurosaki-senpai.

Ren Jinguji: Oh, right. This is my senpai, Ranmaru Kurosaki—Ran-chan. This is George, my family's butler.

Jinguji-san introduces him to Kurosaki-senpai.

George: I knew it, you are the heir of the Kurosaki family.

Ren Jinguji: And? What brings you here? That said, there's something I want to ask you. Did you send an email to a certain rock show—

George: Ughhh, an old wound on my back is suddenly hurting.

He says, seemingly wanting to interrupt Jinguji-san, then taps his fist on the palm of his hand as if he's remembered something.

George: That's right, I just remembered—I came here to give you the picture I got of the man you've mentioned before.

George-san takes a picture out of his pocket.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …!

Senpai is startled when he sees the picture.

Haruka Nanami: Huh? I feel like I've seen that man before…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: What? Where have ya seen him?

Kurosaki-senpai asks me surprised.

Haruka Nanami: I can't quite remember, but I believe I saw him and some other people in front of the agency last month…

Haruka Nanami: They were pacing back and forth.

Haruka Nanami: They stuck out to me since they didn't seem to be affiliated with the agency nor did they look like journalists.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …That Hariya… Why's he suddenly lurkin' 'round…

He mumbles while looking at the picture.

Now that I think of it, Hijirikawa-san and Jinguji-san did mention some trouble regarding their conglomerates.

Could that person be related to that?

Haruka Nanami: Do you know that person, Senpai?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Yeah…

He then seals his mouth shut and we set off on our way to the next place.

Jii: I see… So that's how things turned out. You became Kurosaki-dono's partner…

Afterwards, Kurosaki-senpai left the studio without uttering a single word.

Hijirikawa-san and Jinguji-san also went separate ways to their next job.

I wanted to know more about the conversation from earlier, which is why I am now at a café with Jiiya-san and George-san.

There seems to have been some discord between the two households. Adding to that, there may have been some competition.

But since Jinguji-san and Hijirikawa-san started getting along, the relationship between their families seems to have calmed down as well.

Jii: What happened to Kurosaki-dono weighed on my mind as well…

Jiiya-san sighs and takes a sip from his black tea.

George: Yes, I wondered what had happened to him after the previous head of the Kurosaki family passed away. I never would've imagined that he'd be Ren's…

Haruka Nanami: Umm, are you both familiar with Kurosaki-senpai's family?

Jii: Because they are from conglomerates, they have many similar connections. Of course, their fates are also intertwined…

Jiiya-san and George-san both nod in agreement.

Jii: The head of the Kurosaki family, in other words, Kurosaki-dono's father was an exceptionally great and kind man.

Jii: Because of this, he was taken advantage of by other companies during the economic depression, and on top of that, he was betrayed by the people he trusted...

George: After that, he tried many things to restore his household to its former state. When he began to engage in unfamiliar business, it caused him great anxiety and he passed away soon after.

Jii: It was a difficult time for every conglomerate. There was no leeway to help anyone else.

Jii: I heard that the Kurosaki family members who were left behind were then taken care of by the wife's family. I'm glad to see him in good health.

Jiiya-san sighs in relief.

Jii: However, in a world where we don't know what will happen… The young master seems worried about you and Kurosaki-dono too.

George: Well, in case something happens, give me a call. If there is something I can help with, I will.

Jii: Yes, me too! And please take good care of our young master as well.

Both of them hand me their business cards.

Haruka Nanami: Thank you so much. Oh, by the way… what are the two of you holding there?

I ask what has been on my mind for a while now.

Jiiya-san has a long, narrow nylon case strapped on his back.

And George-san is wearing wooden sticks at his hip.

Could those be…

Jii: Oooh, what an excellent question! I've recently gotten into a new hobby.

Jiiya-san then goes on to take out…

Haruka Nanami: An… electric guitar?

Jii: That is correct!

He plays an unexpectedly heavy rock riff on the guitar.

The guests at the café give him a round of applause.

Jii: To tell the truth, I was once quite fond of the shamisen. An instrument like this one is quite simple in comparison.

With that said, Jiiya-san starts playing an extremely fast diminished arpeggio.

Haruka Nanami: Incredible… You're so good!

Knowing that Jiiya-san was the one who taught Hijirikawa-san the piano, maybe he's a natural when it comes to musical ability.

Haruka Nanami: And George-san those… are drumsticks, right?

George: Correct.

George-san takes the drumsticks from his hip and starts spinning them around.

George: I was looking for a weapon that I could use in all situations. I had considered nunchaku at first, but these here are more inconspicuous. 

George: Originally I started playing drums to disguise myself, but grown quite fond of them.

George-san starts to lightly hit the table with a driving drum beat.

That's… so cool!

The guests give another round of applause.

Jii: Well then! I have my guitar lesson soon, so I must excuse myself!

George: Yes, I too have to excuse myself now. A friend of mine's band will be starting practice soon, so I'll be going.

As they chat about their bands, they excuse themselves and go their separate ways.

They seem quite energetic.

I'm happy that they made up, but…

I'm still worried about Kurosaki-senpai.

Senpai was acting weird when he saw the documents these two had delivered earlier…

Haruka Nanami: Maybe I should call him…

Select the Phrase!

直接会に行く　Go to him (+15 Love)

I remember that Senpai's next job was an interview for a rock magazine at a studio.

That studio isn't far from here, so I could see him in person…

With that, I leave the café.

メールをする　Message him (+0 Love)

Haruka Nanami: I'll try messaging him…

I take out my phone.

But I don't know what to say after that conversation earlier…

I remember that Senpai's next job was an interview for a rock magazine at a studio not far from here.

Haruka Nanami: I could go to him directly…

I put my phone back in my pocket and get up from my chair.

電話をする　Call him (+10 Love)

Haruka Nanami: If I could only hear his voice then…

With that thought in mind, I take out my phone.

But what should I say once I call him…?

It occurs to me then that Senpai should be in the middle of an interview for a rock magazine at a studio not far from here now.

Haruka Nanami: In that case, I can go to him directly…

I put my phone away and leave the café.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: The coexistence between idols and rock? Never thought 'bout that.

I could hear Kurosaki-senpai's voice from inside the studio.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: 'Course if the composition isn't right, the whole song will change. You gotta watch out in the technical aspect, but that's just trivial.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Although I'm an idol, my way of life is still rock. Even when I'm singin' a rock song, I wanna make sure that the audience is enjoying themselves. 

Kurosaki-senpai faces the interviewer and answers seriously.

He is really thorough and simply fantastic when he talks about music.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Instead of a rock song or an idol song, I'll be singin' a song for myself at the upcomin' Song Festival.

Ah… He's talking about our song…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: By the way, we'll perform as a three man band on my rock program. Each of us'll blow away your expectations, so buckle up.

He says with a smile.

Finally, the interviewer ends the interview with a slight bow and stands up.

Even after the interviewer leaves, Kurosaki-senpai remains seated on his chair, resting his chin on his hand.

Could he be thinking about something?

I hesitate to call out to him, so I continue watching him from a distance.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Hm? So it's you. What's with that dumb look?

Kurosaki-senpai calls out to me after noticing me.

He seems more like his usual self which is a relief.

Haruka Nanami: Um, I happened to be close by, so… if you'd like, we could walk home together?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Fine. Since you've no homin' instinct, I'll take ya home.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: It'd be a real pain if ya get lost. Let's go.

After leaving the studio, Senpai says nothing.

I don't say a word either. The silence between us stretches on.

Then, Senpai suddenly opens his mouth.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Hariya was… a faithful subordinate of my old man.

Along the way, little by little, he starts to drop things about his past.

Maybe he could tell that I wanted to know.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: He wasn't just a subordinate, he was also active in the shadows of the Kurosaki family.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Like destroyin' information that shouldn't be made public. Basically doin' the dirty jobs that we wouldn't want t'dirty our hands with.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …Well, it's a story that ya don't need t'know more about. Just forget it.

The story he told me was something that never happened anywhere near me, so frankly, I cannot understand how he feels.

It's a world far from reality... That's probably the best way to describe it.

But from the way Senpai speaks about it, it's painfully clear that this is his reality.

Haruka Nanami: So that's what happened… But didn't you say your father trusted Hariya-san?

Haruka Nanami: Then why did he leave your father's side…

Jiiya-san mentioned before that his father was betrayed by a subordinate that he trusted, but…

Was that really Hariya-san?

If that's the case, it's terribly sad.

Haruka Nanami: I think it's very hurtful when someone you trust leaves your side…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Who knows. I'm not Hariya, so I dunno where that came from.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: But… it's not all bad memories. It's thanks t'him that I had the opportunity to play the bass.

Haruka Nanami: Thanks to Hariya-san?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Whenever we were drivin' in his car, sometimes we would listen to the music he liked. It shook my soul.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: From low tunes, which I could feel in my core t'accurately beatin' and calmin' rhythms—I was absorbed in those sounds.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Even with other sounds playing, all I could hear was that one specific sound. That was the first time I heard the bass.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Hariya, who had a certain amount of knowledge 'bout music, arranged a bass for me. I'm grateful t'him for that.

Senpai, whose expressions were a little tense, now has a soft look.

Like immersing himself in memories of the past, far away and nostalgic.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: 'Cause of my old man's passing, the colors of the world disappeared.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Whatever I did, all I could see was a horrible reality where everythin' was dull. I was just going through the motions each day.

As if his body is melting into the twilight, Senpai seems to be trapped in an illusion.

Carrying the problems of his family, enduring it all by himself.

Unable to ask anyone for help nor able to utter any complaint…

Beneath his strong shell hides a lonely shadow.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Music was my sole light, the only color in all this time.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: That's why I chose this path. It's only when I sing songs and play the bass that I feel like I exist.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: On stage, my fans demand for my music and I answer them. I live for music…

Now I feel like I understand how he can shine so brightly on stage.

That's why his fans are so precious to him.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: That's also how I ended up bein' able t'make music with you.

Those words pierce my heart. I feel a range of complex emotions, not only happiness but also sadness as well.

When I think of all the hardships and sadness he had to endure, I just can't feel any real happiness.

That's why I want him to be happy, even just a little. I want him to live happily.

For that, I will do anything…

This is what I vow in my heart.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Hey… What's with that glum face?

Haruka Nanami: I'm sorry… I'll do my best.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Where'd that come from? It's got nothin' to do with what we were talking 'bout. Man…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: However, it's gonna be annoyin' when Hariya actually makes a move. He's really persistent…

He heaves a sigh.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Ya better watch out as well.

"There's no knowin' what he'll do if he finds out you're my partner," he replies jokingly.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: If possible, it'd be safer for you to stay close t'me, but…

Haruka Nanami: But I have work at the agency and also need to compose your solo song…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Yeah… If anythin' happens, call me right away.

Haruka Nanami: I will.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Not t'mention the Song Festival. Your debut depends on it... So there's no time t'take precautions.

Haruka Nanami: I'm sorry…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Dummy, there's nothin' you need t'apologize for.

He says, side-eyeing me.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: By the way, ya said somethin' 'bout being close by but what were you doing? There's nothin' here except for the studio.

…That's right!

Haruka Nanami: Er, well, I—I wonder what I was doing…? Haha…

Perplexed by his sudden question, I answer.

He's right! There are only residential houses near the studio.

The studio itself is also in a location that is difficult to find.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Don't ask me, dummy. Ya shouldn't tell such obvious lies. You were… worried 'bout me, right?

Kurosaki-senpai asks as if eyeing me.

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そんなことありません　I wasn't (+15 Love)

Haruka Nanami: N-no, I was just, um…

I try to act tough because he has seen through my heart.

I try to deny how worried I was, but my attempt to answer fails.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Oh? She actually tried to say somethin' just now. 'Kay, fine. I'll leave it at that.

He bumps my forehead lightly with his hand, wearing the smile of a mischievous child on his face.

心配でした　I was worried (+30 Love)

Haruka Nanami: I was worried. Like really, really worried and there was nothing I could do…

Haruka Nanami: I know that you don't want to rely on me, but please tell me if I can do anything.

I push myself and express my honest feelings.

I didn't want to concern him but once I started thinking about him, my mouth just moved on its own.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Oh… I get it. I just wanted to tease ya. No need t'answer so seriously.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Anyway… thank you, Little Miss Partner. Let's work together.

He taps me on my shoulder very gently which makes me really happy.

……ごめんなさい　...Sorry (+0 Love)

Haruka Nanami: I'm sorry for lying.

But I was worried about you, so…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Don't apologize. I don't mind. 'Sides, I'd never fall for a lie like that.

"You're an exaggerator," he laughs, leaving me speechless.

Haruka Nanami: …!!

This is his happy smile. So he can laugh like that...

In that moment my heart skips a beat.

At the same time, I want to see more of his smiles.

How I'd like to experience various things with him.

Haruka Nanami: What color do you like, Kurosaki-senpai?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: What? Why d'you ask?

Haruka Nanami: You mentioned earlier that your life was colorless.

Haruka Nanami: I just thought about dyeing your life in your favorite color…

I want to add color to his life with my music.

I want to walk a sparkling and shining path of music with him.

And if possible, I want him to find happiness aside from music.

These are my honest feelings.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …Any color's fine, really. What would you pick?

Haruka Nanami: How about a rose color? "La Vie en rose..." There they say life is rose-colored.

I remember the red bass pick he gave me for Christmas which reminded me of a rose petal.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …Pfft. I ain't really suited to roses. How'd you come to that conclusion?

Haruka Nanami: You're gallant like a red rose, and the thorns protect the body, which stands for your strong side.

Haruka Nanami: And then, the deep red stands for your passionate and energetic personality…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Enough. Let's leave it there…

Haruka Nanami: In any case, we can start with the things we can do!

Haruka Nanami: I want to find things we can enjoy together outside of music and work!

I said we could do it, but I haven't thought past that yet.

When I try to explain my feelings, I can't help but over-explain.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: You really are weird. You won't gain anything from goin' that far.

Haruka Nanami: But it might make you smile!

Ranmaru Kurosaki: !!

Haruka Nanami: And that's more than enough for me.

Haruka Nanami: Um, er… did I say something strange?

Senpai stops in his tracks looking surprised. I start to worry, wondering if I've been talking too much by myself.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …Nah. It'd be great if that came true one day.

Haruka Nanami: Yes!!

We then talked a little about the upcoming Song Festival, as well as the TV program. Afterwards, I returned back to my dorm to which he had accompanied me.

I have bothered him again.

The thing with Hariya-san worries me, but this way I was able to hear about Senpai's past directly from him.

I feel like I've gotten closer to his heart.

I remember what he said about his past.

Haruka Nanami: Maybe he trusts me a little bit more now?

The fact that he would tell me about his past on his own would have been unthinkable not too long ago.

He had experienced so many unimaginable things in his life.

A life in which, for the most part, he was the one who got hurt.

But that's why he's so strong and capable of doing everything by himself.

Haruka Nanami: Okay! I'll work hard and make an even better song!

I don't know what I can do to help him, but I will work hard on the things I can do, one step at a time.

I head straight for my desk and begin working on the song.

A few days later, I received a call from Kurosaki-senpai.

It's rare for him to be the one to reach out. So, while suppressing my happy mood, I go to see Kurosaki-senpai.

I wonder what he wants?

I'd like him to give his solo song a listen, which is why I brought the demo track with me.

I implemented all the advice he gave during our meeting last month. 

I really hope he'll like it…

This isn't my first time here, but standing in front of his apartment makes me nervous.

I want him to listen to my song, but I'm also looking forward to seeing him—these feelings are building up in my heart.

Haruka Nanami: Hello? It's me, Haruka Nanami.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Yeah, come in.

Contrary to my nervous heart, Senpai seems somewhat gloomy.

Haruka Nanami: I'm coming in then.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: D'you have… the demo track on ya?

In this unusual atmosphere, I stand quiet with my head hung low when he suddenly asks.

Haruka Nanami: Hm? Um, yes I do.

He gazes at me with serious eyes, making my pulse quicken.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Lemme hear it.

He says quietly.

I nod and borrow his audio set in the living room and press the play button.

SONG: "BRIGHT ROAD" (S RANK)

Ranmaru Kurosaki: I understand your feelings now…

He mutters once the song ends.

Haruka Nanami: My feelings…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Mh-hm. You've worked real hard.

As he says that, he pats my head gently.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: But… this song ain't good enough for me t'sing it.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: I'm puttin' an end to this partnership. Plus, I won't perform at the Song Festival so go look for someone else. That's all I wanted to tell ya.

Kurosaki-senpai looks me straight in the eye while saying that.

Haruka Nanami: Wha…?

This is all so sudden. I'm at a loss for words.

My head is spinning trying to understand the situation.

Select the Phrase!

どういうことか尋ねる　Ask what he means (+15 Love)

Haruka Nanami: What do you mean?

There must be a reason.

I never imagined to hear such words from him after the talk we had on our way home.

Haruka Nanami: I'll fix the song if you don't like it! So please, tell me the reason.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …There ain't a reason. I decided that I don't have t'sing it. That's it.

As if to hide his feelings, he drops his gaze.

嫌だと食い下がる　Persist (+20 Love)

Haruka Nanami: No! This is way too sudden!

I grab his arm and frantically protest.

Haruka Nanami: If I did something wrong, I'll fix it!

Haruka Nanami: So please…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Shut up! …Calm down. It's not 'cause of you.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: It's somethin' I've decided. Nothin' more.

Kurosaki-senpai brushes my hand off and sighs lightly.

言葉が見つからない　I can't find the words (+0 Love)

Haruka Nanami: …

I'm so shocked I don't know what to say.

I cast my gaze down without saying a word.

I must have made some sort of mistake. That's why he's had enough of me.

I reflect on my own shortcomings.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …My bad. I must have surprised ya, I'm sorry.

Only his voice resounds in the living room, followed by more silence.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: This is my problem. It has nothing t'do with you.

He declares after a short while.

But in his expression, I could feel hesitation.

Whenever Senpai declares something, he'd do so with unyielding confidence and firm resolution.

Right now, he seems different.

Haruka Nanami: I can't agree with that.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …!

Maybe my words take him by surprise, but he looks back at me.

Haruka Nanami: I know we haven't known each other for long, but all this time I've been watching you.

Haruka Nanami: That's why I know that you're not someone who'd say something like that without a reason.

Haruka Nanami: So please, tell me.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: There's no need, or rather, I won't tell ya.

Haruka Nanami: Does it have to do with Hariya-san?

I can't think of any other reason. The way he responds right now is just like when we talked about Hariya-san back then.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: He's no joke. Stop sticking your nose into this.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: There are things in this world that you don't need to know about.

Haruka Nanami: But I want us to work together! It's better to do things together than alone.

Haruka Nanami: If I can help in any—

Haruka Nanami: Eek!

He grabs my shoulders and pushes me against the wall.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Know your place, woman… Didn't ya hear me? I said that there's no need to know anything more. Don't make me repeat myself.

I've never seen him with such a sharp gaze.

…It's scary.

Instinctually, my body starts trembling against my will.

I know this person in front of me is Kurosaki-senpai, but…

He feels like a stranger.

Being caught between his powerful arms, there is nowhere to escape.

I can't even avert my gaze.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: You're too soft. Reality ain't as simple as ya think.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Stop pretendin' that ya get it. That's what I hate the most. It makes me sick…

Haruka Nanami: …I-I'm so sorry.

He's as angry as he was in November when he told me not to pity him…

But even back then, his expressions and tone of voice were entirely different.

The words he hurls at me, as well as the fear, seem to take hold of me, dragging my body down along the wall.

He stops me from moving by grabbing my elbow as if he would not allow me to run away.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: What do you know 'bout me? Have ya ever seen real darkness? Do ya know what it feels like t'hit rock bottom?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Have ya ever been betrayed by someone ya trust?

Haruka Nanami: …!

A shriek of grief.

The words he whispers in my ears with his deep voice pierce my heart.

Those words are heavy and in them echoes a glimpse of honesty.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Hariya's simply ruthless. It'll just be a bother if I keep people around me who can't even protect themselves.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: By that I mean—you're in the way. And you're draggin' me down.

Haruka Nanami: !!

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Ya said ya want to help me? You can start by never showing your face to me again.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Don't expect me t'take responsibility for your life as well…

It's true, I was inconsiderate and let myself into his heart, and that's why he's telling me these things now.

I hurt him and this is how he expresses his sadness.

Even if I repent for my shamefulness, it won't be enough...

Various feelings muddle together as my eyes begin to burn.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Now you know… This is the kinda guy I am.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Hurting others 'cause of my egoism, and ready t'do so simply 'cause I believe it's right.

For a brief moment, as he draws back, I see a lonely expression on his face.

Haruka Nanami: …

It was just for a split second, but that expression was real.

I can feel it.

But what should I do?

Select the Phrase!

信じる　Believe (+20 Love)

I want to believe in him.

Whatever he says, I'll believe in the Senpai I got to know.

He said some harsh things, but he isn't someone who'd do so without a reason.

I'll just wait and trust him.

Until he tells me the truth.

Believing is the only thing I can do right now…

見守る　Watch him closely (+15 Love)

I'll watch him closely.

Just like he did for me.

He has always taken care of me without me noticing.

That was his way to show kindness—by not hurting the other person.

I want to return all the favors I owe him by believing in him.

This is the only thing I can do right now.

諦める　Give up (+0 Love)

In order to not burden him any further, giving up may be the best decision.

I know that this is what he wants.

But I wanted to trust him.

His expression earlier was just so lonely.

I can't leave him alone.

Even though he just refused me, I'll trust him and wait… 

In my heart I've decided to trust him…

But he might think I'm lying if I tell him that.

I know now that "trust" isn't a word that should be used lightly around him.

Haruka Nanami: …

Ranmaru Kurosaki: I'll take the silence as your answer.

Kurosaki-senpai mutters.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: With that our partnership's over. Glad I don't have t'deal with such meaningless stuff anymore.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: This was also the best choice for ya. The babysittin' ends here.

Haruka Nanami: …

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …Say somethin'. Or are ya still scared? …My bad…

I don't reply and simply turn my head.

Then I leave Kurosaki-senpai's apartment.

Back at my dorm, I look at the solo song on the sheet music that I've adjusted.

I was helpless when we first met—so much so that I wasn't sure if we could make music together.

But as we continued to make the music we loved, we got to know each other a little better.

When I was nervous during the Christmas Live, he drew a sign and his signature on my palm.

Afterwards, he even opened up to me a little bit about his family…

Then we worked on his solo song.

It's a song full of memories, and a song that will determine my fate.

I should have gotten to know him better, and yet…

I open the data on my desktop.

Haruka Nanami: Was it… the right thing to do…?

As I ask myself, I keep looping the same song.

I wanted this song to be performed at the Song Festival.

But I composed this song with Kurosaki-senpai in mind, and no other person could complete it.

I want to perform at the Song Festival with him and debut as a professional composer.

I strongly wish for that.

Now, however… I no longer have a partner.

At least, I believe this is what he intended. So I just keep holding on to this faint hope.

That's the current situation.

On the surface, I'm pretending to accept the end of our partnership, but no matter how much I think about it, I don't know if that's the right choice.

Soon, I slump over the table and fall asleep…

The next morning…

I wake up to a phone call from the agency: "There is something urgent to discuss regarding Ranmaru Kurosaki."

I continue lost in a dream in which I was wandering in deep, black darkness.

The next morning.

Arriving at the agency, I stand dumbfounded before Hyuga-sensei.

Haruka Nanami: What…? Kurosaki-senpai… hit someone…?

Ryuya Hyuga: Yeah… We got a call this morning. It happened around midnight.

He says that the person he hit was an aide of a sponsor of the Song Festival.. Hyuga-sensei hands me an envelope.

Ryuya Hyuga: Open it.

Inside the envelope is…

Haruka Nanami: That's…!

Inside is a picture of Kurosaki-senpai who is about to hit someone who looks like a bodyguard.

…And Hariya-san who's being protected by that bodyguard.

The sponsor, Hariya-san, was on his way back from a meeting at a broadcasting station and a cameraman happened to also be there by chance. Or so it seems.

Hyuga-sensei lets out a sigh.

It appears Hariya-san became angry and sent a copy of the picture to the agency this morning.

Haruka Nanami: That can't be. Kurosaki-senpai wouldn't do something like that…

Ryuya Hyuga: A message was sent with the picture, demanding that Ranmaru be fired. Otherwise, they will not only make the picture public but also terminate their sponsorship for the Song Festival.

Haruka Nanami: What?!

I can feel the color draining from my face.

Ryuya Hyuga: In any case, we can't grasp this situation at all. That's why I thought we should listen to what Ranmaru has to say for himself, but he's not answering our calls…

Hyuga-sensei scratches his face with a troubled expression.

Ryuya Hyuga: So I thought maybe you would know something at least… Whoa, hey!

Without letting Hyuga-sensei finish his sentence, I turn towards the door and start running.

Ryuya Hyuga: Don't do anything ridiculous! Tell him that too!!

Haruka Nanami: Will do!

I shout behind me and storm out of the agency.

Haruka Nanami: Kurosaki-senpai! It's me, Nanami! Please, open the door!!

I bang on his apartment door .

Haruka Nanami: Kurosaki-senpai!!

Eventually…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …

The door opens slowly and Kurosaki-senpai peeks out.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Ya… What didya come 'ere for?

Haruka Nanami: Um… I heard about what happened last night from Hyuga-sensei.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: And?

He replies coldly.

I hold his gaze, refusing to be shaken by his cold demeanor. 

Haruka Nanami: What… What on earth happened?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …It's exactly as ya heard.

Haruka Nanami: That…

Senpai does look rough, but he's actually nicer and more considerate than anyone else.

I know that.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: I met Hariya and told 'im I won't perform at the Song Festival. I knew he's part of it, that's why.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Then we got into an argument. He pissed me off, so I punched him.

Haruka Nanami: An argument…?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: It has nothin' t'do with ya. It's an old and borin' story…

Ranmaru Kurosaki: I feel much better now. I was finally able t'hit that sneaky bastard.

Kurosaki-senpai says in disgust and laughs lightly.

Haruka Nanami: I… believe in you. You are not the type of person to hit someone without a reason, Senpai.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: What makes ya believe in me so strongly? You saw the picture, you can't be that blind.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: If you trust someone enough t'be betrayed by 'em, maybe you're better off not trustin' anyone in the first place.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: I can survive on my own without trustin' or relyin' on someone else.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: If there's a problem, I'll fix it myself. That's how it's always been.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Don't force your weird ideals on me.

But…

Haruka Nanami: The Kurosaki-senpai that I got to know, however…

Haruka Nanami: Helps you find the way when you go into the wrong direction. He protects the elderly when debt collectors come to their restaurant.

I tell him eagerly while having my eyes fixed on him. 

Haruka Nanami: He wasn't violent toward the debt collectors either. The one time he did raise his hand, it was because he got angry when he saw that they were attacking a weaker person.

Haruka Nanami: That Senpai is in fact considerate, kind, and someone who understands other people's feelings!

Haruka Nanami: That's why he'd never… he'd never hit someone because of anger… Clearly, something must have happened!!

Kurosaki-senpai meets my gaze and chortles.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: That's why I said you're too soft. I fooled ya with my little act.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: The real me's cold, and doesn't give a damn 'bout other people's feelings. I trust nobody… only money.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Good for you that our partnership's over. It's even better for you t'stay away from me.

Haruka Nanami: Why would you say that…?

I ask as he gently strokes the side of my face with the back of his hand…

That's when I realize that I'm crying.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: I don't have the ability t'make people happy. My very existence brings those close t'me misfortune.

He mutters these few words.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: I ruin bonds and the people I should be trustin'.

Ranmaru Kurosaki: That must be 'cause I can't trust 'em, 'cause I keep runnin' away instead.

As he says so, he grasps my hand, pulling me closer.

And hugs me tightly.

Haruka Nanami: Kurosaki… senpai…?

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Don't shed tears for me…

He wrings these words out close to my ear.

For a while, we continue to embrace each other in silence.

Eventually—

Ranmaru Kurosaki: Take care… Be strong and live a good life. I know you can.

He pulls back from the hug.

Haruka Nanami: Senpai!

Immediately, when he turns his back to me, I call out to him.

Haruka Nanami: I'll wait for you! I'll wait until you come back!

Ranmaru Kurosaki: …

For an instant, he stops in his tracks.

Without a word, he opens the door and disappears into his apartment.

And the door stays closed.

Chapter End

[hananoami]

-ˋˏ✄┈┈┈┈ my reactions below

Due to time zone differences these special programs always airs during an ungodly hour on a weekday for me so I usually struggle to wake up early in order to watch these live. However I woke up before my alarm to catch part 2 live because I knew who was going to be star of the show: C A L E B ! 🍎

I loved that they did a recap of previous trailers before the stream, featuring:

Traversing Deepspace

Love and Deepspace Theme Song (version 1)

Official Release

Sylus: Tangible Shackles

When Tides Echo

Shimmering Moonlight

Trace of Divinity

Where Drake Shdowsfall

Love and Deepspace Theme Song (version 2)

Misty Invasion

Wander In Wonder

Yes, Cat Caretaker

-ˋˏ NEW [DESTINY CAFE] FEATURES !

Remind Me: they write down in their little notebook about the important things you need reminders of. when the time comes, he'll send you a notification.

DAILY includes sleep, work, workout, meal, study, and custom

PERIOD (haha goodbye stardust, hello LADS men taking care of me)

CUSTOM includes anniversary, itinerary, schedule, custom

-ˋˏ NEW [WITH-HIM] FEATURES !

BIGGER ROOM!! FINALLY, THANK GODDESS

can be viewed in landscape mode now too

more freedom to personalize and include more items

additional helpful features include: filtered inventory, assisted snapped gridlocks for my ocd, desk template, custom presets

-ˋˏ [CALEB TRAILER] + NEW MEMORIES 🍎 !

I'll upload the video in a separate post because he deserves his own, along with my reactions to that trailer because the ungodly moan I made when he graced us with his strong presence... 🥵💦

-ˋˏ NEW STORY CHAPTER [HOMECOMING WINGS] !

Another separate post will be written about this because I also have a lot to say...

-ˋˏ [ABYSSAL CHAOS] NEW COMMISSION !

goodbye Find Tobias, hello final farewell

Abyssal Chaos Season 2 with new code system!

FINALLY, SOME MORE WAYS TO EARN DIAMONDS

new routes, new collectibles, new game plays + achievements

Yet another separate post will be written about Abyssal Chaos [here] because we got additional information at a later time after the special program aired!

-ˋˏ [GLINT PHOTOBOOTH] NEW COMMISSION !

MAJOR UPGRADES WITH NEW FEATURES

so many new features, i'll make a post detailing them later

-ˋˏ [LINKON NEW YEAR] CHIBIS !

THEY GET THEIR OWN POST BECAUSE OH MY GOODNESS.

-ˋˏ 2 NEW [REDEMPTION CODES] !

DEEPSPACE3: 200x diamonds, 200x stamina, 20k gold

20250122: 10 empyrean wishes

note: they expire 02/07. i need to double check which codes are still active

-ˋˏ [FESTIVE BLESSING] EVENT

5 free 4-star memories + event rewards

[Shadow Pursuit] mini game with Pumpkin Magnus

[Lantern Workshop] (desk item after the event!)

Yet another separate post will be written about Abyssal Chaos [here] because we got additional information at a later time after the special program aired!

-ˋˏ [ILLUSIO] EVENT

THE RETURN OF THE BEST FEATURE EVER

available January 22nd to February 7th!

I will be open to taking requests for this

Need to make an advertisement to promote and outfit catalog.

ENDING THE STREAM WITH A SPECIAL LINKON NEW YEAR PERFORMANCE WITH THE CHIBIS. I WILL POST THIS LATER!!

[atplblog]

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[geezerwench]

Ryan DeGooyer

I couldn’t figure out why there wasn’t even more outrage about impending Medicaid cuts.. then saw a lady on tv state she wasn’t concerned because she’s on medi-cal… and I realized… some people don’t even know THEIR benefits are being cut because states often rename Medicaid (we all see where this is going right?). So, If you or your loved ones are covered by any of the following… they are talking about you:

Alabama: Medicaid

Alaska : DenaliCare

Arizona: Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)

Arkansas: Health Care

California: Medi-Cal

Colorado: Health First Colorado

Connecticut: HuskyHealth, Husky C (for aged, blind or disabled persons)

Delaware: Diamond State Health Plan (Plus)

Florida: Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Program (SMMC), Managed Medical Assistance (MMA) Program, Long-term Care (LTC) Program

Georgia: Medicaid

Hawaii : MedQuest

Idaho: Medicaid

Illinois: Medical Assistance Program

Indiana: Hoosier Healthwise, Hoosier Care Connect, M.E.D. Works, Health Indiana Plan (HIP), Traditional Medicaid

Iowa: IA Health Link

Kansas: KanCare Medical Assistance Program

Kentucky: Medicaid

Louisiana: Bayou Health, Healthy Louisiana

Maine: MaineCare

Maryland: Medical Assistance

Massachusetts: MassHealth

Michigan: Medical Assistance or MA

Minnesota: Medical Assistance (MA),

MinnesotaCare

Mississippi: Mississippi Coordinated Access Network (MississippiCAN)

Missouri: MO HealthNet

Montana: Medicaid

Nebraska: ACCESSNebraska, Nebraska Medical Assistance Program (NMAP)

Nevada: Medicaid

New Hampshire: NH Medicaid, Medical Assistance

New Jersey: NJ FamilyCare

New Mexico: Turquoise Care

New York: Medicaid Managed Care

North Carolina: Division of Health Benefits (DHB), Medicaid

North Dakota: North Dakota Medicaid Expansion Program

Ohio: Medicaid.

Oklahoma: SoonerCare

Oregon: Oregon Health Plan (OHP)

Pennsylvania: Medical Assistance (MA)

Rhode Island: RI Medical Assistance Program

South Carolina: Healthy Connections

South Dakota: Medicaid

Tennessee: TennCare

Texas: STAR+PLUS

Utah: Medicaid

Vermont: Green Mountain Care

Virginia: Cardinal Care

Washington: Apple Health

Washington D.C. : Healthy Families

West Virginia : Medicaid

Wisconsin: Forward Health, BadgerCare

Wyoming: Equality Care

AND MORE:

https://www.healthcare.gov/medicaid-chip-program-names/...

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EuroRust 2024

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Build bigger in less time: code testing beyond the basics - Predrag Gruevski

A gentle introduction to procedural macros - Sam Van Overmeire

Practical Rust for Web Audio - Attila Haraszti

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The first six years in the development of Polonius - Amanda Stjerna

Non-binary Rust: Between Safe and Unsafe - Boxy Uwu

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My Journey from WebDev to Medical Visualization Rustacean - David Peherstorfer

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Rust Irgendwie, Irgendwo, Irgendwann - Henk Oordt

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Isabel Atkinson: "Rustify Your API: A Journey from Specification to Implementation"

Sparrow Li: "The Current State and Future of Rust Compiler Performance"

Nathan Stocks: "Shooting Stars! Livecode a Game in Less Than 30 Mins"

Pedro Rittner & Sean Lawlor: "Actors and Factories in Rust"

David Koloski: "The (Many) Mistakes I Made in rkyv"

Kyler Chin: "How We Built a Rust-y Real-Time Public Transport Map"

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Angus Morrison: "How Rust is Powering Next-Generation Space Mission Simulators"

Michael Gattozzi: "What Happens When You Run Cargo Build?"

Pallavi Thukral: "Rust in Motion: Building Reliable and Performant Robotics Systems"

Marc-André Giroux: "Low-Overhead Observability in High-RPS Servers"

Predrag Gruevski: "Putting an End to Accidental SemVer-Breaking Changes"

Chris Biscardi: "Web Sites, Web Apps, and Web Assembly"

Nicholas Matsakis (Co-Lead, Rust Design Team): "Rust Roadmap 2.0" | KEYNOTE

Frédéric Ameye: "Rust in Legacy Regulated Industries"

Walter Pearce: "Dude, Where's My C?"

Ed Jones: "Fearless Refactoring & the Art of Argument-Free Rust"

Dr. Rebecca Rambul: Opening Remarks

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hyper in curl Needs a Champion

godot-rust November 2024 dev update

Security in hickory-dns

Virtual Geometry in Bevy 0.15

Glues v0.5 - Editor Tabs and Enhanced Vim Commands

Streaming data analytics, Fluvio 0.13.0 release

Rerun 0.20 - Geospatial data and full H.264 support

git-cliff 2.7.0 is released! (a highly customizable changelog generator)

Observations/Thoughts

You don't (always) need async

The fastest WASM zlib

A rustc soundness bug in the wild

[audio] Compile Time Crimes

[audio] Oxide with Steve Klabnik

Rust Walkthroughs

Zed Rope Optimizations, Part 1

Futexes at Home

Build your own SQLite, Part 3: SQL parsing 101

dtype_dispatch: a most beautiful hack

Sending Events to Bevy from anywhere

Building an email address parser in Rust with nom

Exploring Async Runtimes by Building our Own

Traits to Unify all Vectors

Basics of Pinning in Rust

Building a Wifi-controlled car with Rust and ESP32

[video] Build with Naz : Diesel ORM, SQLite and Rust

Crate of the Week

This week's crate is fixed-slice-vec, a no-std dynamic length Vec with runtime-determined maximum capacity backed by a slice.

Thanks to Jay Oster for the suggestion!

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Updates from the Rust Project

480 pull requests were merged in the last week

ABI checks: add support for some tier3 arches, warn on others

ABI checks: add support for tier2 arches

CFI: append debug location to CFI blocks

AIX: Add crate "unwind" to link with libunwind

illumos: use pipe2 to create anonymous pipes

check_consts: fix error requesting feature gate when that gate is not actually needed

const_panic: inline in bootstrap builds to avoid f16/f128 crashes

rustc_metadata: Preprocess search paths for better performance

suggest_borrow_generic_arg: instantiate clauses properly

add visit_coroutine_kind to ast::Visitor

add parentheses when unboxing suggestion needed

add reference annotations for diagnostic attributes

allow CFGuard on windows-gnullvm

always inline functions signatures containing f16 or f128

borrowck diagnostics: suggest borrowing function inputs in generic positions

change Visitor::visit_precise_capturing_arg so it returns a Visitor::Result

change intrinsic declarations to new style

check use<..> in RPITIT for refinement

consolidate type system const evaluation under traits::evaluate_const

delete the cfg(not(parallel)) serial compiler

deny capturing late-bound ty/const params in nested opaques

diagnostics for let mut in item context

extend the "if-unchanged" logic for compiler builds

feature gate yield expressions not in 2024

fix ICE when passing DefId-creating args to legacy_const_generics

fix REGISTRY_USERNAME to reuse cache between auto and pr jobs

fix a copy-paste issue in the NuttX raw type definition

fix compilation error on Solaris due to flock usage

fix span edition for 2024 RPIT coming from an external macro

for expr return (_ = 42); unused_paren lint should not be triggered

handle infer vars in anon consts on stable

improve VecCache under parallel frontend

increase accuracy of if condition misparse suggestion

liberate aarch64-gnu-debug from the shackles of --test-args=clang

likely unlikely fix

make precise capturing suggestion machine-applicable only if it has no APITs

make sure to ignore elided lifetimes when pointing at args for fulfillment errors

mention both release and edition breakage for never type lints

move all mono-time checks into their own folder, and their own query

proper support for cross-crate recursive const stability checks

querify MonoItem collection

recurse into APITs in impl_trait_overcaptures

refactor configure_annotatable

remove attributes from generics in built-in derive macros

rename rustc_const_stable_intrinsic → rustc_intrinsic_const_stable_indirect

skip locking span interner for some syntax context checks

trim extra space when suggesting removing bad let

trim whitespace in RemoveLet primary span

tweak attributes for const panic macro

unify FnKind between AST visitors and make WalkItemKind more straight forward

use TypingMode throughout the compiler instead of ParamEnv

warn about invalid mir-enable-passes pass names

miri: implement blocking eventfd

miri: refactor: refine thread variant for windows

miri: renamed this to ecx in extern_static

miri: use -Zroot-dir instead of --remap-path-prefix for diagnostic dir handling

stabilize const_atomic_from_ptr

stabilize const_option_ext

stabilize const_ptr_is_null

stabilize const_unicode_case_lookup

vectorize slice::is_sorted

#[inline] integer parsing functions

add as_slice/into_slice for IoSlice/IoSliceMut

generalize NonNull::from_raw_parts per ACP362

rwlock downgrade

implement mixed_integer_ops_unsigned_sub

improve codegen of fmt_num to delete unreachable panic

float types: move copysign, abs, signum to libcore

make CloneToUninit dyn-compatible

mark is_val_statically_known intrinsic as stably const-callable

optimize char::to_digit and assert radix is at least 2

hashbrown: further sequester Group/Tag code

hashbrown: mark const fn constructors as rustc_const_stable_indirect

codegen_gcc: fix volatile loads and stores

cargo resolver: Stabilize resolver v3

cargo rustdoc: diplay env vars in extra verbose mode

cargo fix: error context for git_fetch refspec not found

cargo: always include Cargo.lock in published crates

cargo: migrate build-rs to the Cargo repo

cargo: simplify English used in guide

rustdoc search: allow queries to end in an empty path segment

rustdoc-search: case-sensitive only when capitals are used

rustdoc-search: use smart binary search in bitmaps

rustdoc: treat declarative macros more like other item kinds

rustdoc: use a trie for name-based search

rustdoc: Fix duplicated footnote IDs

rustdoc: Fix handling of footnote reference in footnote definition

rustdoc: Fix items with generics not having their jump to def link generated

rustdoc: Perform less work when cleaning middle::ty parenthesized generic args

clippy: missing_safety_doc accept uppercase "SAFETY"

clippy: allow conditional Send futures in future_not_send

clippy: do not trigger if_let_mutex starting from Edition 2024

clippy: don't lint CStr literals, do lint float literals in redundant_guards

clippy: handle Option::map_or(true, …) in unnecessary_map_or lint

clippy: new lint: unnecessary_map_or

clippy: support user format-like macros

rust-analyzer: migrate reorder_fields assist to use SyntaxFactory

Rust Compiler Performance Triage

We saw improvements to a large swath of benchmarks with the querification of MonoItem collection (PR #132566). There were also some PRs where we are willing to pay a compile-time cost for expected runtime benefit (PR #132870, PR #120370), or pay a small cost in the single-threaded case in exchange for a big parallel compilation win (PR #124780).

Triage done by @pnkfelix. Revision range: d4822c2d..7d40450b

2 Regressions, 4 Improvements, 10 Mixed; 6 of them in rollups 47 artifact comparisons made in total

Full report here

Approved RFCs

Changes to Rust follow the Rust RFC (request for comments) process. These are the RFCs that were approved for implementation this week:

[RFC] Thread spawn hook (inheriting thread locals)

Final Comment Period

Every week, the team announces the 'final comment period' for RFCs and key PRs which are reaching a decision. Express your opinions now.

RFCs

No RFCs were approved this week.

Tracking Issues & PRs

Rust

[disposition: merge] Always display first line of impl blocks even when collapsed

[disposition: merge] Stabilize async closures (RFC 3668)

[disposition: merge] Tracking Issue for fn const BuildHasherDefault::new()

[disposition: merge] Add AsyncFn* to to the prelude in all editions

[disposition: merge] Tracking Issue for #![feature(const_float_methods)]

Cargo

[disposition: merge] Add future-incompat warning against keywords in cfgs and add raw-idents

Language Team

[disposition: merge] Consensus check: let-chains and is are not mutually exclusive

Language Reference

No Language Reference RFCs entered Final Comment Period this week.

Unsafe Code Guidelines

No Unsafe Code Guideline Tracking Issues or PRs entered Final Comment Period this week.

New and Updated RFCs

[new] Hierarchy of Sized traits

Upcoming Events

Rusty Events between 2024-11-20 - 2024-12-18 🦀

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Rust for Rustaceans Book Club: Chapter 12: Rust Without the Standard Library

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Embedded Rust Workshop

2024-11-21 | Virtual (Berlin, DE) | OpenTechSchool Berlin + Rust Berlin

Rust Hack and Learn | Mirror: Rust Hack n Learn Meetup

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Trustworthy IoT with Rust--and passwords!

2024-11-21 | Virtual (Rotterdam, NL) | Bevy Game Development

Bevy Meetup #7

2024-11-25 | Virtual (Bratislava, SK) | Bratislava Rust Meetup Group

ONLINE Talk, sponsored by Sonalake - Bratislava Rust Meetup

2024-11-26 | Virtual (Dallas, TX, US) | Dallas Rust

Last Tuesday

2024-11-28 | Virtual (Charlottesville, NC, US) | Charlottesville Rust Meetup

Crafting Interpreters in Rust Collaboratively

2024-11-28 | Virtual (Nürnberg, DE) | Rust Nuremberg

Rust Nürnberg online

2024-12-03 | Virtual (Buffalo, NY, US) | Buffalo Rust Meetup

Buffalo Rust User Group

2024-12-04 | Virtual (Indianapolis, IN, US) | Indy Rust

Indy.rs - with Social Distancing

2024-12-05 | Virtual (Berlin, DE) | OpenTechSchool Berlin + Rust Berlin

Rust Hack and Learn | Mirror: Rust Hack n Learn Meetup

2024-12-07 | Virtual (Kampala, UG) | Rust Circle Kampala

Rust Circle Meetup

2024-12-10 | Virtual (Dallas, TX, US) | Dallas Rust

Second Tuesday

2024-12-11 | Virtual (Vancouver, BC, CA) | Vancouver Rust

Rust Study/Hack/Hang-out

2024-12-12 | Virtual (Charlottesville, NC, US) | Charlottesville Rust Meetup

Crafting Interpreters in Rust Collaboratively

2024-12-12 | Virtual (Nürnberg, DE) | Rust Nuremberg

Rust Nürnberg online

2024-12-17 | Virtual (Washington, DC, US) | Rust DC

Mid-month Rustful

Africa

2024-12-10 | Johannesburg, ZA | Johannesburg Rust Meetup

Hello World... again

2024-12-07 | Virtual( Kampala, UG) | Rust Circle Kampala

Rust Circle Meetup

Asia

2024-11-21 | Seoul, KR | Rust Programming Meetup Seoul

Seoul Rust Meetup

2024-11-28 | Bangalore/Bengaluru, IN | Rust Bangalore

RustTechX Summit 2024 BOSCH

2024-11-30 | Tokyo, JP | Rust Tokyo

Rust.Tokyo 2024

Europe

2024-11-20 | Paris, FR | Rust Paris

Rust meetup #72

2024-11-21 | Copenhagen, DK | Copenhagen Rust Community

Rust meetup #53 sponsored by Microsoft

2024-11-21 | Edinburgh, UK | Rust and Friends

Rust and Friends (pub)

2024-11-21 | Madrid, ES | MadRust

Taller de introducción a unit testing en Rust

2024-11-21 | Oslo, NO | Rust Oslo

Rust Hack'n'Learn at Kampen Bistro

2024-11-23 | Basel, CH | Rust Basel

Rust + HTMX - Workshop #3

2024-11-25 | Zagreb, HR | impl Zagreb for Rust

Rust Meetup 2024/11: Panel diskusija - Usvajanje Rusta i iskustva iz industrije

2024-11-26 | Warsaw, PL | Rust Warsaw

New Rust Warsaw Meetup #3

2024-11-27 | Dortmund, DE | Rust Dortmund

Rust Dortmund

2024-11-28 | Aarhus, DK | Rust Aarhus

Talk Night at Lind Capital

2024-11-28 | Augsburg, DE | Rust Meetup Augsburg

Augsburg Rust Meetup #10

2024-11-28 | Berlin, DE | OpenTechSchool Berlin + Rust Berlin

Rust and Tell - Title

2024-11-28 | Gdansk, PL | Rust Gdansk

Rust Gdansk Meetup #5

2024-11-28 | Hamburg, DE | Rust Meetup Hamburg

Rust Hack & Learn with Mainmatter & Otto

2024-11-28 | Manchester, UK | Rust Manchester

Rust Manchester November Code Night

2024-11-28 | Prague, CZ | Rust Prague

Rust/C++ Meetup Prague (November 2024)

2024-12-03 | Copenhagen, DK | Copenhagen Rust Community

Rust Hack Night #11: Advent of Code

2024-12-04 | Oxford, UK | Oxford Rust Meetup Group

Oxford Rust and C++ social

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Rust Moravia Meetup (December 2024)

2024-12-06 | Moscow, RU | RustCon RU

RustCon Russia

2024-12-11 | Reading, UK | Reading Rust Workshop

Reading Rust Meetup

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Rust Meetup @ JetBrains

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Types, Traits und Best Practices

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2024-11-21 | Chicago, IL, US | Chicago Rust Meetup

Rust Happy Hour

2024-11-23 | Boston, MA, US | Boston Rust Meetup

Boston Common Rust Lunch, Nov 23

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Quote of the Week

The whole point of Rust is that before there were two worlds:

Inefficient, garbage collected, reliable languages

Efficient, manually allocated, dangerous languages

And the mark of being a good developer in the first was mitigating the inefficiency well, and for the second it was it didn't crash, corrupt memory, or be riddled with security issues. Rust makes the trade-off instead that being good means understanding how to avoid the compiler yelling at you.

– Simon Buchan on rust-users

Thanks to binarycat for the suggestion!

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[renaultsindia]

Unveiling India’s Top 5 Seven-Seater Cars!

In India, buying seven-seater cars isn’t as simple as it may seem. We aren’t necessarily referring to affordability but the choices available! Lately, many automakers, domestic and international, have ventured into India’s seven-seater car market. As a result, consumers have more choices to look at than ever. So, what options do you have when it comes to seven-seater cars in India? Let’s look at the top five.

Note: The features mentioned below may vary with the variant chosen. We recommend visiting the respective vehicle’s website for the latest information.

Renault Triber

Considered one of India’s safest seven-seater cars, Triber is one of Renault’s milestone products that redefines class with every inch of its design.

The vehicle offers class-leading features, including spacious interiors designed ergonomically to deliver optimal comfort, 20.32 cm touchscreen mediaNAV with Apple CarPlayTM and Android AutoTM, 100+ seating combinations, up to 625-litres of boot space, 17.78 cm TFT instrument cluster, steering wheel mounted controls for handsfree access and much more.

Renault Triber also has numerous security features, including a traction control system, electronic stability program, hill start assist, and tyre pressure monitoring system. Besides, it has earned a 4-star rating for adult occupant safety and a 3-star rating for child occupant safety by GNCAP.

Renault Triber price starts at ₹ 5.99 lakh* (ex-showroom Delhi).

Toyota Rumion

Another trustworthy car on our list of top seven-seater cars in India is Toyota Rumion. The vehicle is one of the most revered seven-seaters with a range of features and unmatched reliability. Some features of Rumion premium grille with chrome finish on the front bumper, smartphone connectivity, plush dual tone seat fabric, ample luggage space, and row roof mounted AC with speed control. A few security features of this elegant seven-seater car include dual front airbags, seat side airbags, hill hold assist, ABS with EBD and brake assist and Heartect platform. Toyota Rumion ₹ 10.44 lakh* (ex-showroom Delhi).

Mahindra XUV 700

Massive, yet stylish enough to sweep you off your feet, Mahindra XUV 700 is a vehicle you cannot miss out on reviewing while talking about the top seven-seater cars in India. Mahindra XUV 700 is as loaded with features as it is with its stunning looks. Some striking ones include various ADAS-based ones, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 360-degree surround sound system, Adrenox Connect App, blind view monitoring, electronic stability control, and Smart Pilot Assist. Mahindra XUV 700 price starts at ₹ 13.99 lakh* (ex-showroom Delhi).

Kia Carens

With its phenomenal looks, Kia Carens redefines class and elegance! However, the vehicle isn’t merely about appearance. It is one loaded with numerous resonating features, including premium headlining, Kia signature Tiger Nose grille with silver surround accents, 31.7 cm (12.5”) full segment LCD cluster with advanced 10.6cm (4.2”) colour TFT MID, tilt type power steering adjustable drives seat, etc. 

Not to forget the seamless drives that Carens delivers through hill-start assist control, downhill brake control, ABS, electronic stability control, tyre pressure monitoring system, speed sensing door lock, seat belt reminders and many more safety features. Kia Carens price starts at ₹ 10.51 lakh* (ex-showroom Delhi).

Mahindra Scorpio

Mahindra Scorpio is another on our list of seven-seater cars in India. The vehicle follows the legacy of the old Scorpio that turned a hit across the country’s urban and rural segments. The new Mahindra Scorpio has undergone a significant facelift, giving it a sportier and more stylish appearance. 

Some features of Mahindra Scorpio include an intelligent cockpit, powerful rear AC, tall stacked LED tail lamps, rear camera, signature metallic Scorpio tail element and diamond alloy cut wheels. The vehicle also features two robust engine variants, including 2.0L 4-cylinder and 2.2L 4-cylinder. Mahindra Scorpio price starts at ₹ 13.61 lakh* (ex-showroom Delhi).

We hope the above helps. Don’t forget to review a few others like Hyundai Alcazar, Mahindra Bolero, Toyota Innova Crysta and Toyota Fortuner if you have a much higher budget for the seven-seater you’ve always aspired to. If you are looking out for an economical seven-seater car with the latest features and performance that outscores many others in its range, Renault Triber can prove a prudent choice. The vehicle, which is now one of India’s most preferred seven-seaters, is the perfect choice for a seamless, safe, and spacious driving experience.

Visit us https://www.renault.co.in/cars/renault-triber.html 

[equestrianempire]

Jagger and Amy Millar HX Jump to Stardom at the CSI 4 World Equestrian Center

The$ 31,500 Speed Challenge CSI4* stole the show this afternoon for the first Fédération Equestre International ( FEI ) &nbsp, CSI4*/CSI2* week of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series. Amy Millar ( CAN ) rode Team Eye Candy’s Jagger HX ( Ustinov x Bustique ), and top athletes from nine different countries competed against Gregory Bodo ( FRA ) and Pieter Vitse ( BEL ) on the speed track. &nbsp,

Millar was particularly interested in jumping his tracks this week because Gregory Bodo ( FRA ) has been appointed as the co-curriculum designer for the 2024 Paris Olympics.” Part of the reason I came here is to jump]Gregory Bodo‘s ] courses. He has a lot of talent and skill. You walk the program and it appears good, but as the training progresses you learn that there are minor issues all over. That’s what happened to a lot of folks today, according to Millar. &nbsp,

Amy Millar ( CAN ) and Jagger HX

Millar had a positive start to her first week at the World Equestrian Center – Ocala. The pair piloted the 10-year-old Royal Dutch Sport Horse – Dutch Warmblood ( KWPN) gelding through a lightning-fast record and clocked in at an amazing 71.25 hours, nearly four hours ahead of second place to take home the winning name.

For Jagger HX, this was his first appearance in a four-star contest. I’ve owned him for two years with Eye Candy Jumpers ‘ Erica Hatfield. He has been trained and placed where he needs to be by us. He merely turned 10 this month, and he is truly unique. He’s so much fun to journey, it’s really simple for him. After now, I am even more enthusiastic about his upcoming because this is his first ever four-star competition.

A fresh place for Millar, the World Equestrian Center– Ocala, left a lasting effect. It’s amazing, they say. This is unlike anything I’ve ever seen. I am amazed at how good everyone is. The attention to detail is outstanding, the hotel has stunning hauling, there is a lot of room, and the rubber flooring is ideal for horses. It’s like a special area.

Brin d’Or de Haute Melen Z is a collaboration between Sharn Wordley ( NZL ) and Brin d’Or de Haute Melen Z.

In 74.94 seconds, Sharn Wordley ( NZL ) completed the second-fastest time aboard Della Wordley’s 10-year-old Zangersheide gelding Brin d’Or de Haute Melen Z ( Bamako De Muze x Baloubet De Rouet ). &nbsp,

Big Boy Z, Conor O’Regan ( IRL), and

In a time of 76.73 seconds, Conor O’Regan ( IRL ) rode Delshore Horses LLC’s 11-year-old Zangersheide gelding, Big Boy Z ( Big Star Jr J J Z x Caridor Z ), in third place.

Last Results:$ 31,500 Speed Challenge CSI 4* – 1.45m

1 ) Amy Millar ( CAN ) &amp, Jagger HX: 2014 KWPN gelding by Ustinov x Bustique, Team Eye Candy: 0 / 71.25

2 ) Brin d’Or de Haute Melen Z: 2014 Zangersheide horse by Bamako De Muze x Baloubet Du Rouet, Della Wordley: 0 / 74.94.

3 ) Conor O’Regan ( IRL ) &amp, Big Boy Z: 2013 Zangersheide gelding by Big Star Jr. K. Z. x Carido Z, Delshore Horses LLC: 0 / 76.

4 ) Conthargran and Juan Pablo Gnecco ( COL ): 2011 Oldenburg gelding by Conthargos: 0 / 77.24

5 ) Bliss Heers ( USA ) &amp, Quality Star Z: 2013 Zangersheide gelding by Quality Time Tn x Cash, Bridgeside Farms L. L. C: 0 / 77.89

6 ) Bliss Heers ( USA ) &amp, Farinjo des Mec: 2015 Selle Francias stallion by Carinjo x Kannan, Bridgeside Farms L. L. C: 0 / 79.49

7 ) Richie Moloney ( IRL ) & Rocksy Music: 2008 Irish Sport Horse gelding by Ars Vivendi x Diamond Serpent, Equinimity LLC: 4 / 70.83

8 ) Nicole Walker ( CAN ) & Excellent B: 2009 KWPN gelding by Berlin x Heartbreaker, Nicole Walker: 4 / 72.73

9 ) Rodrigo Pessoa ( BRA ) & Quick Step: 2013 Hanoverian gelding by Quintender 2 x Calido I, Paseo Farms, LLC: 4 / 73.25

MANCHESTER: 2012 French Warmblood mare by Quidam De Revel x Codex&nbsp, Delshore Horses LLC: 4 / 73.83

World Equestrian Center Press Release

WEC / Andrew Ryback Photography

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[boldcoder]

C Program To Print Hollow Diamond Star Pattern .... To see code 👉Click Here

[kwebtv]

Character Actor

Douglas Fowley (born Daniel Vincent Fowley, May 30, 1911 – May 21, 1998) Film and television actor in more than 240 films and dozens of television programs, He is probably best remembered for his role as the frustrated movie director Roscoe Dexter in Singin' in the Rain (1952), and for his regular supporting role as Doc Holliday in The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp. He is the father of rock and roll musician and record producer Kim Fowley.

For several seasons, Fowley played the key supporting role of John H. "Doc" Holliday in the 1955-1961 western television series The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp after having appeared as Doc Fabrique in the show's premiere season. This role allowed Fowley to demonstrate his flair for comedy and other acting skills as a clever, sharp-witted, sardonic, cynical, alcoholic, poker-playing foil to the square-jawed, milk-drinking, church-going Wyatt Earp (Hugh O'Brian), whom Holiday nicknamed "Deacon" due to his rigid sense of morality. Not at all so encumbered Doc would occasionally take the law into his own hands behind Earp's back to protect his friend from legal action or even death when the marshal was legally or morally ham-strung. Holliday, as played by Fowley, having no problem working around morals or the law, could be either hilarious or cold-blooded.

From 1966 to 1967, Fowley portrayed Andrew Hanks in Pistols 'n' Petticoats,  a CBS sitcom. Hanks was the patriarch in a family of gun-toting women who seemed to have little need for male assistance.

Fowley portrayed retired businessman Robert Redford in Detective School (1979).

In the 1950s, he appeared as himself on NBC's The Donald O'Connor Show. In 1954, he demonstrated his comic appeal when he appeared alongside Gracie Allen in The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show. He was cast in 1956 as Bob Egan in the "Two-Fisted Saint" episode of the religious anthology series Crossroads. He portrayed a con man in two episodes of the NBC sitcom It's a Great Life. He also guest-starred on Reed Hadley's CBS legal drama The Public Defender. He appeared, too, on the ABC situation comedy The Pride of the Family and on the NBC Western series The Californians and Jefferson Drum. He was cast on two Rod Cameron series, the syndicated City Detective and the Western-themed State Trooper, and in John Bromfield's series, U.S. Marshal. He guest-starred in the David Janssen crime drama Richard Diamond, Private Detective and guest-starred in season two, episode four of the Robert Culp Western Trackdown.

In 1959, Fowley appeared with Frank Ferguson in the episode "A Race for Life" of the CBS Western series The Texan, starring Rory Calhoun.

In 1964, Fowley made a guest appearance on the CBS courtroom drama series Perry Mason playing agent Rubin Cason in "The Case of the Bountiful Beauty". In 1965, he was cast as Sorrowful in episode 83 of the series The Virginian. In 1966, he appeared as "Rufus C. Hoops" in "The Search" season 2, episode 24, of the series "Daniel Boone". Original air date for this episode was March 3, 1966. In 1967, Fowley guest-starred on the short-lived CBS Western Dundee and the Culhane with John Mills.

In 1968, he appeared in episode 273 of My Three Sons as an old pal of Uncle Charley's. He had a role in the syndicated 1959-1960 Western Pony Express in the episode "Showdown at Thirty Mile Ridge". (Wikipedia)

[garbage-empress]

hey guys did you know that super mario bros 2 for the nintendo entertainment system wasn’t really a mario game originally it was part of government mind control program MKUltra II?

The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! quotes This is a list of quotes from the television show The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!. They are listed by character. Contents 1 Mario 2 Luigi 3 King Koopa 4 Toad 5 Princess Toadstool Mario"Hey paisanos! It's The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!" - Opening Credits "Do the Mario!" - Closing Credits "Don't worry, Princess! Luigi and me'll climb that mountain before you can say "Spaghetti and Meatballs"! -"The Bird! The Bird!" "Okay, wait here! And if you become lunch for a polar bear, don't blame us! -"The Bird! The Bird!" "I hate to run on an empty stomach!" - "The Bird! The Bird!" "Must be a beehive nearby, and when there's bees; there's raviolis smothered with honey" - "King Mario of Cramalot" "If Toad doesn't get us outta here soon, I'm gonna eat this mattress!" - "Butch Mario & the Luigi Kid" "Wake up, Luigi! The only time plumbers sleep on the job, is when we're working by the hour!" - "Butch Mario & the Luigi Kid" "Catfish pizza? This may be a first, but I'm not hungry!" - "Rolling Down the River" "Excuse my brother, he gets nervous around guys six times bigger than him." - "The Great Gladiator Gig" "We can fix anything if there's spaghetti involved!" - "The Great Gladiator Gig" "Hey, Koopa! I hope your Big and Tall shop blows up, with you in it!" - "Mario and the Beanstalk" "Those ain't wedding bells in your tower! They're bats in your belfry!" - "Love 'Em and Leave 'Em" "Hey! Where'd you learn how to ride a bike!?" - "The Great BMX Race" "Get back here, Koopa! Don't you know vegetables are good for you?" - "The Great BMX Race" "Not on my melted mozzarella! - "Stars in Their Eyes" "If food isn't pasta, it doesn't count!" - "Jungle Fever" "Unstoppable? We're plumbers! If we can unstop a stop, we can stop the unstoppable!" - "The Fire of Hercufleas" "Magnifico! You're stronger than Grandma Mia's garlic chip cookies!" - "The Fire of Hercufleas" "Faster than a vanishing clog! More powerful than an electric drainsnake! It's Super Mario!" - "Pirates of Koopa" "She's not much, but she sure beats swimmin'!" - "Pirates of the Koopa" "If you can't beat 'em, join 'em! Then beat 'em!" - "Pirates of the Koopa" "Remember, Luigi, you gotta act tough!" - "Pirates of the Koopa" *singing* "Hush, little Princess, don't you cry. I'm gonna buy you a pizza pie. And if that pizza pie gets ate, Luigi'll buy you a New York steak." - "Two Plumbers and a Baby" "This is the first time my lunch ever took a bite out of me!" - "The Adventures of Sherlock Mario" "I just love food that's spicy!" - "On Her Majesty's Sewer Service" "I always cry at wedding feasts!" - "Mario and Joliet" "Koopa's gonna take a trip he didn't plan on!" - "Too Hot to Handle" "I hope the food's better than the furniture!" - "Mighty McMario and the Pot of Gold" "As we say in Brooklyn; Banzai!" - "Mario Meets Koop-zilla" "Save the spaghetti! Save the spaghetti!" - "Mario and the Red Baron Koopa" "Koopone, you've Kooped your last Koop!" - "The Unzappables" "It doesn't look good for the good guys, Luigi!" - "The Mark of Zero" "I guess Mexican food doesn't agree with El Koopitan!" - "The Mark of Zero" "When Luigi's unfrozen, he's goin' on a diet!" - "The Koopas Are Coming! The Koopas Are Coming!" "It's ugly, but it floats!" - "The Trojan Koopa" "What? Only one pizza?" - "Quest for Pizza" "The Mushroom People get the mine, and Koopa gets the shaft!" - "The Great Gold Coin Rush" "When the plumbing gets tough, the tough get plumbing!" - "Plummers Academy" "I can't quit now, Luigi! I was born with a plunger in my hand!" - "Plummers Academy" "Me Marzan! King of the jungle!" - "Mario of the Apes" "Can't we discuss this man to Mouser?" - "Princess, I Shrunk the Mario Brothers" "First, we'd better get inside by a fire, before we turn into pasta-sicles!" - "Little Red Riding Princess" "The Provolone Ranger is ready to ride. High ho, Ostro, away!" - "The Provolone Ranger" "Help, help! There's a big, ugly spider in here! Help! My yelling's gonna keep you up all night, unless you get this spider outta here!" - "Escape from Koopatraz" "Luigi, are you a man or a Mouser?" - "Mario of the Deep" "I guess somedays, even Super Mario can't think of everything!" - "Flatbush Koopa" "Don't count your reptiles before they're hatched, lizard lips!" - "Raiders of the Lost Mushroom" "I was hoping we'd have lunch, not be lunch!" - "Crocodile Mario" "I just love playin' Koopa in the middle!" - "Crocodile Mario" "I just had the strangest dream. I was a TV dinner!" - "Star Koopa" "He's showing a plumber how a garbage disposal works?" - "Star Koopa" "Watch it, gang! His toes are loaded!" - "Robo Koopa"Luigi"I can't! I'm allergic to mountains!" - "The Bird! The Bird!" "P-polar bear? Lunch!?" - "The Bird! The Bird!" "Hey, Super Mario! Super-cook their goose!" - "The Bird! The Bird!" (*sobs*) He was the nicest little fungus I ever knew!" - "The Bird! The Bird!" "Who could forget? Don't take chances or you'll go down the drain!" -"The Bird! The Bird!" "C-c-crama's here in-in Koopalot? Uh, I mean, uh, Koopa's here in Cramalot? I mean, uh, shee, let's split this place!" - "King Mario of Cramalot" "Me? B-b-but I can't swim across the moat! I'm, uh, gonna have a baby!" - "King Mario of Cramalot" "Fellons? Yo, I never fell on nobody! I'm uh..." - "Butch Mario & the Luigi Kid" "Oh no! End dend! I mean, dend dead! I mean shee, we're trapped!" - "Butch Mario & the Luigi Kid" "I've had it! I've had it, I've had it! I'm tired of Koopa chasing us from world to world! I wanna go home!" - "Brooklyn Bound" "Guess we're stayin' in Mushroom Land." - "Brooklyn Bound" "Mama mia! We shoulda rented a camel with air conditioning!" - "Mario's Magic Carpet" "Look at that loot! Diamonds, gold, rubies! It must be worth over a hundred bucks!" - "Mario's Magic Carpet" "I told him that he wants really yummy carpet to head for Koopa." - Mario's Magic Carpet "So, what do we do now, Mr. Big Time Gambler?" - "Rolling Down the River" "Okay, Mario. One all ya got, coming up!" - "Rolling Down the River" "He's too busy eating, Mario! He's your kind of horse." - "The Great Gladiator Gig" "Hey! That's my brother Mario, you three-faced double-crosser!" - "The Great Gladiator Gig" "Leapin' lasagna! This room's bigger than the Brooklyn Public Library!" - "Mario and the Beanstalk" "I th-think I liked it better when we outnumbered them!" - "The Great BMX Race" "I'd feel better if we went back and got my stomach." - "The Great BMX Race" "That's what I call Shower Power!" - "Stars in Their Eyes" "Yo, my brother: the pasta vampire." - "Count Koopula" "Gee, that Mario. He can pulverize a pasta factory and still have room for dessert!" - "The Adventures of Sherlock Mario" "Gee. Mario gets the brainstorms, and I get the backaches!" - "Do You Princess Toadstool Take This Koopa...?" "You got 'em!" - "Koopenstein" "You don't got 'em." - "Koopenstein" "Let's really keep it a secret that we're agents, uhh, by stayin' here"! - "On Her Majesty's Sewer Service" "Eh, it was nothin'! Danger is our business!" - "On Her Majesty's Sewer Service" "Annette Funicello? Where?" - "Mario and Joliet" "Pluggin' up pipes goes against everythin' we stand for!" - "Too Hot to Handle" "Zelda of Legend! Next the from scenes! Some me show halfwit you!" - "Time Out Luigi" "The dungeon? I'm allergic to dungeons!" - "Hooded Robin and His Mario Men" "Better make that "The more for Mario"!" - "Hooded Robin and His Mario Men" "We're stuck here like hairballs in a drainpipe!" - "Mario Meets Koop-zilla" "Hey! I may be crazy, but I'm not dumb!" - "Mario and the Red Baron Koopa" "This place is emptier than a flushed drainpipe!" - "The Ten Koopmandments" "I want my mommy!" - "The Ten Koopmandments" "The Koopas are coming! The Koopas are coming!" "When our soldiers thaw out, we're gonna throw your tea in the harbor!" - "The Koopas Are Coming! The Koopas Are Coming!" "But I get seasick on a horse!" - "The Koopas Are Coming! The Koopas Are Coming!" "Aww, Toad. Did'ya hafta say dead?" - "The Trojan Koopa" "How ooga bugga-mugga wa-ooga-ma!" - "Quest for Pizza" "Ouch! Someone's standin' on my toe, and it's not me!" - "The Great Gold Coin Rush" "Mario's mind was where it always is: on pasta." - "Karate Koopa" "Relax, princess! He knows who he is! Mario's always gone ape for meatballs!" - "Mario of the Apes" "I'm a chicken of the sea!" - "Mario of the Deep" "The only good thing so far is: we got to ride the roller coaster without a ticket!" - "Flatbush Koopa" "Stop him, Mario! Tell him Italian food is not on his diet!" - "Crocodile Mario" "I knew we should've built this raft with brakes!" - "Crocodile Mario" "Bein' garbage really makes a guy feel down in the dumps!" - "Star Koopa" "Koopa was scary enough when he was just a slimy reptile!" - "Robo Koopa"King Koopa"Koopa Pack, attack!" - Various episodes "He who koops and runs away lives to koop another day!" - Various episodes "Watch it soldier, when I want my feet licked, I'll ask for it! {quickly} I want my feet licked." - "The Bird! The Bird!" "Like my grandfather Poopa La Koopa always said: "Cheat, beat, and be merry!" - "Butch Mario & the Luigi Kid" "Don't know what I'd do without my carpet phone!" - "Mario's Magic Carpet" "I'll get you for this, you pesky plumbers! A Koopa never forgets!" - "Mario's Magic Carpet" "Happy? Imposter! I never use the H word." - "Rolling Down the River" "Fool! Those pinhead plumbers are bound to try to rescue Princess Toadstool, and I intend to capture them before they do." - "Rolling Down the River" "Don't question my orders, you rotten rodent! Just do it!" - "Rolling Down the River" "Don't interrupt me, not while I'm boasting and gloating!" - "Rolling Down the River" "Stop wisecracking, mushroom, or I'll turn you into soap!" - "Rolling Down the River" "One of the nice things about being evil is... you get to lie a lot.  Ha ha." - "The Great Gladiator Gig" "Fum fee fi fo! I smell the brothers Mario!" - "Mario and the Beanstalk" "That goose is gonna smother you brothers!" - "Mario and the Beanstalk" "OK, that does it! You're all gonna be Koopatized!"  - "The Great BMX Race" "There'll be other crooked races and other ways to cheat!" - "The Great BMX Race" "You're breaking my heart, princess! Now, get to work! Now that you and these Quirks are my slaves, I got other planets to plunder! *laughs*" - "Stars in Their Eyes" "You call that music? Stop that racket! I hate that music! I hate spaghetti! I hate Quirks! I hate those faucet freaks!" - "Stars in Their Eyes" "Alright! Which one of you messed up? Who ruined all my sneaky underhanded plans?" - "Jungle Fever" "Thank you, princess! You saved me all the trouble of hunting you down! You're so nice to me!" - "Jungle Fever" "The courage beyond compare, the bravery beyond description, I praise this great hero, the superior fiend... me. Koopa Khan the magnificent. If I didn't deserve this, I wouldn't give it to me." - "Brooklyn Bound" "Last one into the cave is a goodie-goodie!" - "Brooklyn Bound" "Goodbye, jerkos! And don't come back!" - "Brooklyn Bound" "Those annoying wrench-heads won’t ruin my evil plan! Prepare an ambush, Mouser! Make road pizzas out of them!" - "Toad Warriors" "These fireballs are fantastic! Think of the destruction; think of the wreckage; think of how much this'll lower my heating bill!" - "The Fire of Hercufleas" "Mouser! More marshmallows!" - "The Fire of Hercufleas" "Say ciao to your friends, Princess Toadstool. That's goodbye in Italian, because when you see 'em again, you'll be a tomato sauce sucking vampire, just like me! - "Count Koopula" "Fire a warning shot! ... On second thought, blow the plumber-boys and the Princess right off the boat!" - "Pirates of Koopa" "Listen up, you reptile retches! It's time to play 'Auction the Princess'! Do I hear one-thousand gold coins? Remember, the money goes to my favorite charity... Me." - "Pirates of Koopa "I'm rich! I'm filthy, stinkin', mouth-watering rich!" - "Pirates of Koopa" "Ga ga goo goo! Now you terrible tots will do all my chores, while I play!" - "Two Plumbers and a Baby" "Stop, or I'll tell on you!" - "Two Plumbers and a Baby" "I'll be back to get you! When I grow up!" - "Two Plumbers and a Baby" "Rotten reptiles! It's that pasta-eatin' plumber!" - "The Adventures of Sherlock Mario" "You don't scare me, you linguini-lickin' losers!" - "The Adventures of Sherlock Mario" "I'm gonna turn these two fat little plumbers into two flat little plumbers." - "Do You Princess Toadstool Take This Koopa...?" "Keep your crown on! You want people to think I'm marrying a nag?" - "Do You Princess Toadstool Take This Koopa...?" "Boogie with Koopa, you fungus brats! Boogie right into my double-dealing clutches! Gwa-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha! (playing flute)" - "The Pied Koopa" "Mouser, this is not a nursery school! This is an evil castle!" - "The Pied Koopa" "No one is that stupid!" - "Koopenstein" "Oh, goody-goody! The Tunnel of Doom! My favorite!" - "On Her Majesty's Sewer Service" "When I get my mitts on you, you're gonna be creamed, Mushroom!" - "Too Hot to Handle" "I'm always ready for sneaky badness!" - "Too Hot to Handle" "I love being rotten!" - "Too Hot to Handle" "Just because I said it doesn't mean I meant it!" - "Too Hot to Handle" "You mean I can't destroy the island? I hate those Marios! They always spoil my fun!" - "Too Hot to Handle" "You were hoodwinked by Hooded Robin! I'm gonna pluck that bird nerd wing from wing!" - "Hooded Robin and His Mario Men" "Kiss Koopa's feet and I'll gladly get rid of the sea monster for ya!" - "20,000 Koopas Under the Sea" "Let's ram 'em, slam 'em, and ruin their day!" - "20,000 Koopas Under the Sea" "Pesky persnickety plumbers! I wish they'd never been invented!" - "20,000 Koopas Under the Sea" "Mouser, if anything happens to the princess, I'll turn you into Swiss cheese!" - "Mighty McMario and the Pot of Gold" "Too late! His gorgeous self is here!" - "Mighty McMario and the Pot of Gold" "Run, you teensy tempura tasters! I'm gonna squash this city flatter than a tofu pancake!" - "Mario Meets Koop-zilla" "Scram, pests, or I'll call an exterminator!!" - "Mario Meets Koop-zilla" "'"Stand still so I can squash ya, you little vermin!" - "Mario Meets Koop-zilla" "Ba humkoop!" - "Koopa Klaus" "Plug your ears and watch your rears! We're goin' Bob-Omb bowlin'" - "The Unzappables" "Let's stash this cash and dash!" - "The Unzappables" "Gosh, this tyrant business is hard work! I'm too pooped to Koop! Think I'll take a Koopa catnap." - "The Ten Koopmandments" "Lousy lizards! This is enough to make a grown Koopa cry!" - "The Ten Koopmandments" "You call yourself an army, you miserable misfits? Why am I cursed with such incompetents?!" - "The Koopas Are Coming! The Koopas Are Coming!" "It's those dumber plumbers, the Mario Bros.!" - "The Trojan Koopa" "It's... it's... it's horrible! It's disgusting! It's me!" - "The Trojan Koopa" "And you're gonna spend the rest of your life digging for it! Hahahahaha!" - "The Great Gold Coin Rush" "More! I want more! More!" - "The Great Gold Coin Rush" "Make way for the big daddio, the headman, the new king of Sock Hop Land: Koopa, the Kool!" "Elvin Lives" "Come back here! We got a date for the prom!" "Elvin Lives" "No way, José! They'll never catch the Koopilac! I got dual carbs! I got four on the floor!" "Elvin Lives" "When you hurt Koopa's nose, you've blown it!" - "Plummers Academy" "In just a few minutes, the bidding for Princess Toadstool and her slimy friend Toad will begin! So drink up your Koopa Kola!" - "Karate Koopa" "Welcome aboard Air Albatoss. This is your Koopa speaking. This flight is non-stop 'til ya drop!" - "Mario of the Apes" "We're gonna celebrate the capture of those faucet freaks by letting me win a baseball game." - "Princess, I Shrunk the Mario Brothers" "Now is plumber squashing time!" - "Princess, I Shrunk the Mario Brothers" "OW! I hate plumbers! OW! I hate... OW! Why can't they pick on... OW! Someone their own size?" - "Princess, I Shrunk the Mario Brothers" "It makes me feel so warm, to be so cold!" - "Little Red Riding Princess" "I want that ranger in danger! Now!" - "The Provolone Ranger" "Koopa Court is now in session! Bailiff Mouser, read those phony charges you and I cooked up!" - "Escape from Koopatraz" "Congratulations! You've won a five-hundred year all-expense paid trip to Club Koopatraz!" - "Escape from Koopatraz" "It was so much fun being your crooked judge, I decided to become your cruel warden!" - "Escape from Koopatraz" "This better be a bad dream, plumber, 'cause if it's not, you're in deep fettuccine!" - "Escape from Koopatraz" "What the Koop are you talkin' about?" "Mario of the Deep" "You mean this is all?! There ain't enough gold here to bother Kooping about!" - "Mario of the Deep" "You Mario Bros. ruined my evil schemes, so I'm gonna ruin the burg that you love best!" - "Flatbush Koopa" "Hold your applause! I know it's a genius idea, but I have them all the time!" - "Flatbush Koopa" "Fan-kooping-tastic, it worked!" - "Raiders of the Lost Mushroom" "I love Down Under Land! It's where Mario Bros. went down- and under!" - "Crocodile Mario" "Go to Warp 10, Mouser!" "Star Koopa" "If you want something wrong done right, you gotta wrong-do it yourself!" - "Star Koopa" "I am the mighty Robo Koopa! Half Koopa, half machine. Built for destruction! And I'm gonna destroy you miserable little meddlers! (fiddles on his control panel) Drat! Where is that 'destroy-you-miserable-little-meddlers' button!" - "Robo Koopa" "The fun's not over yet! I've got Super-vision; Super-hearing; Super-strength; And yes, even... Super-toes!" - "Robo Koopa". "If it isn't... Robo-Rooter!" - "Robo Koopa".Toad"Hey! Let me go!" -'"The Bird! The Bird!" "I'm warning you, I get airsick. Heeeelp!" -"The Bird! The Bird!" "What're ya trying' to do, ya wacko bird, drown me?" -"The Bird! The Bird!" "Mommy? You're not my mommy!" -"The Bird! The Bird!" "I can't be your little Cheepy, lady! I don't have wings! Look! No wings, no feathers. I'm just a mushroom that can't stand heights!" -"The Bird! The Bird!" "Flyin' lessons!? Are you outta your mind!?" -"The Bird! The Bird!" "The least that featherbrain could've done was lend me a parachute. Hey! That's it! A parachute!" -"The Bird! The Bird!" "Hey! It's me! I mean, him! It's little Cheepy! The Birdo's real lost baby!" -"The Bird! The Bird!" "Oh no! I'm not going back up there! Never!" -"The Bird! The Bird!" "When I get my hands on that King Koopa, I'll fix his wagon!" - "Butch Mario & the Luigi Kid" "I'm no frog. I can't even swim." - "Butch Mario & the Luigi Kid" "Bombs awaaaaaaaaaaaayyy!!" - "Butch Mario & the Luigi Kid" "What did you tell him?" - "Mario's Magic Carpet" "Who did you expect? Pee-wee Herman?" - "Rolling Down the River" "Looks like you guys saved the day again! Almost." - "Rolling Down the River" "By the power of the shining star, I am the...Toad Warrior!"-Toad Warriors "Hey, man, I’m the Fantastic Fungus! The supercharged Mushroom of Might! I’m the Toad Warrior!" - "Toad Warriors" "Give me five. NO! Give me five bomb plants!" - "Toad Warriors" "Whoever slows down first, loses!" - "Toad Warriors" "Whoa! No more Toad Warrior!" (After turning back to normal) - "Toad Warriors" "Y'all made it!" - "Toad Warriors" "You blew that one, Koopa Stoopa!" - "Pirates of Koopa" "Some Mushroom Retainer I turned out to be... I was so close! I couldn't save her..." - "The Trojan Koopa" "Naughty turtle, you've been hittin' the sauce again, well, have some more!" - "Count Koopula" "Let's make like eggs and SCRAMBLE!!!" - "Mario of the Deep" "So much for hope." - "Stars in Their Eyes" "Don't do it, Princess! Don't marry Koopa! I'd rather be a rock!" - "Do You Princess Toadstool Take This Koopa...?" "Koopa you stoopa! Watch it with the Bob-Ombs!" - "The Great Gold Coin Rush" "By order of his most royal repulsiveness, the reptile Sheriff of Koopingham! The castle road shall require a toll! In the amount of: One wagon full of gold coins!" - "Hooded Robin and His Mario Men"Princess Toadstool" “Milled uranium ore—U3O8 or "yellowcake"—is dissolved in nitric acid, yielding a solution of uranyl nitrate UO2(NO3)2. Pure uranyl nitrate is obtained by solvent extraction, then treated with ammonia to produce ammonium diuranate ("ADU", (NH4)2U2O7). Reduction with hydrogen gives UO2, which is converted with hydrofluoric acid (HF) to uranium tetrafluoride, UF4. Oxidation with fluorine yields UF6." - "The Bird! The Bird!" "Look! The Birdo took Toad to the highest peak! Please, Mario! Toad saved my life a hundred times! We've got to save his!" - "The Bird! The Bird!" "(*Teary eyed*) Goodbye Mario, goodbye Luigi." (About to watch Mario and Luigi leave) - "Brooklyn Bound" "Mario! {Kisses him} Luigi! {Kisses him} You came back!" (After being rescued from Koopa and realizing that the brothers went back for her and Toad) - "Brooklyn Bound" "Oh, dear. I think he wants Toad for an appetizer." - "Crocodile Mario" "(*sobs*) I always cry at weddings!" - "Mario and Joliet" "What was that about pancakes and maple syrup?" - "Quest for Pizza"

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Outdoors in Hollywood: GRIFFITH PARK and One Man’s Vision for Public Recreation

Hollywood’s largest and most spectacular outdoor space is Griffith Park, a gift to Los Angeles by Colonel Griffith Jenkins Griffith. Griffith, a colorful philanthropist, purchased the Los Feliz Rancho and later donated it to the City in 1896. He intended that the 3000+ acres would be used in perpetuity as “a place of recreation and rest for the masses, a resort for the rank and file, for the plain people” including art and educational activities. He left a trust fund for the construction of a scientific observatory and a “Greek” theater in his will. The classically designed cultural institutions were to take advantage of their natural settings within the park, with a theater tucked away in wooded Vermont Canyon and an Observatory atop Mount Hollywood. Today, additional cultural and recreation facilities within the landmark historic district include the Los Angeles Zoo, Travel Town and related railroad museums, the Autry Museum, a carousel (1937), golf courses, hiking trails, and an equestrian center.  

GREEK THEATER   2700 Vermont Avenue                                                                                            

The dream for the Greek Theater was slow to fruition, but by 1928 the building had been designed by a consortium of architects, including Samuel Tilden Norton, to resemble a Greek Temple, with its seating designed into the curve of the amphitheater. It opened in 1930, showcasing operatic music for its first few seasons, before broadening its programming to include most all musical genres and theatrical arts. With seating for nearly 4,000 patrons, seats in the lower sections were originally $1, others were free. Like its neighbor in the Cahuenga Pass, the Pilgrimage Theater, it was briefly used as a barracks during World War II, before touring Broadway shows such as Showboat and Anything Goesreturned for its summer seasons during the 1950s and 60s. Intimate concerts with Harry Belafonte, Frank Sinatra, Neil Diamond, Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, and Santana drew Los Angeles residents for picnics and music year after year. The venue was also used for high school graduations, community events, and location filming. It was expanded to 5900 seats during its 75th anniversary season in 2006, with additional structural refurbishments that were completed in 2015.

GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY 2800 E. Observatory Road

Griffith Observatory's unique architecture and setting, compelling programmatic offerings and cinematic exposure have made it one of the most famous and visited landmarks in Southern California. Tens of millions of people come to tour the building, view the live planetarium shows, or simply gaze out towards the coast and the heavens. This cultural and scientific icon owes its existence to the dream of Griffith J. Griffith, as well as the dedicated scientists and public servants who worked to fulfill his vision of making astronomy and observation accessible to all.

Supplementing his earlier gift of parkland, Griffith offered the City of Los Angeles $100,000 on December 12, 1912 to finance an observatory to be built on the top of Mount Hollywood. Griffith's plan included an astronomical telescope open to free viewing; a Hall of Science designed to expose the public to fascinating exhibits about the physical sciences; and a motion picture theater to show films about science and other educational subjects. This last aspect of the plan would eventually evolve into the planetarium, a technology not invented until the 1920s. Griffith understood that his vision of a public observatory would not be realized in his lifetime, thus he drafted a will containing bequests for the Observatory and Greek Theater, along with detailed specifications regarding the nature of the observatory, its location, and programmatic offerings before his death in 1919.

Master architects John C. Austin and Frederick M. Ashley were responsible for the elaborate Art Deco design which also integrated Classical and Beaux Arts elements. Groundbreaking for the Griffith Observatory occurred on June 20, 1933 with scientist Russell W. Porter and Caltech physicist Edward Kurth being instrumental to the process. The Long Beach Earthquake of 1933 led the design team to make changes to strengthen walls and forego the use of terra cotta on the exterior, though the lower construction cost of the Great Depression still allowed for the use of high-quality materials and finishes (colorful tile, sophisticated metal workings, and marble) throughout the interior. Six artists created sculptures for the site funded by a public works initiative including the Astronomers Monument, thought to be one of the most significant pieces created by the program.

The dedication and formal opening of the Griffith Observatory took place amid much fanfare on May 14, 1935. The Griffith Trust transferred ownership of the building to the City of Los Angeles’s Department of Recreation and Parks, which has operated the facility ever since. Intended mainly for nighttime viewing of the Moon and solar system, it’s been a continuously popular destination since its opening, with more than 10 million people putting an eye to the Observatory's original 12-inch Zeiss refracting telescope. More people viewed Halley's Comet, and the Hale-Bopp and Hyakutake comets, through the Observatory's Zeiss telescope than any other telescope on the planet. The Griffith Observatory has also been a location site in many Hollywood movies, including most famously, Rebel Without A Cause starring James Dean and Natalie Wood. For years, the observatory has been flooded with searchlights at night, and from its perch high atop Mount Hollywood, one can see the Hollywood Sign, The Ennis House and Barnsdall Art Park designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, and numerous other landmarks throughout Hollywood’s basin.

~ Christy McAvoy, Historic Hollywood Photographs

Sources: Bruce Torrence; EO Palmer; Discover Hollywood magazine; lagreektheater.com; laparks.org/griffith; A History of the Griffith Observatory, Hansen, Wang and Cook.

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M. C. Hammer

Stanley Kirk Burrell (born March 30, 1962), better known by his stage name MC Hammer (or simply Hammer), is an American rapper, dancer, record producer and entrepreneur. He had his greatest commercial success and popularity from the late 1980s until the early 1990s. Remembered for his rapid rise to fame, Hammer is known for hit records (such as "U Can't Touch This" and "2 Legit 2 Quit"), flashy dance movements, choreography and eponymous Hammer pants.

A multi-award winner, M.C. Hammer is considered a "forefather/pioneer" and innovator of pop-rap (incorporating elements of freestyle music), and is the first hip hop artist to achieve diamond status for an album. BET ranked Hammer as the No. 7 "Best Dancer Of All Time". Vibe's "The Best Rapper Ever Tournament" declared him the 17th favorite of all-time during the first round.

Burrell became a preacher during the late 1990s with a Christian ministry program on TBN called M.C. Hammer and Friends. Additionally, he starred in a Saturday-morning cartoon called Hammerman in 1991, and was executive producer of his own reality show called Hammertime, which aired on the A&E Network during the summer of 2009. Hammer was also a television show host and dance judge on Dance Fever in 2003, was co-creator of a dance website called DanceJam.com, and is a record label CEO while still performing concerts at music venues and assisting with other social media, ministry and outreach functions. Prior to becoming ordained, Hammer signed with Suge Knight's Death Row Records by 1995.

Throughout his career, Hammer has managed his own recording business. As a result, he has created and produced his own acts including Ho Frat Hoo!, Oaktown's 3.5.7, Special Generation, Analise, DRS, B Angie B, and Gentry Kozia. A part of additional record labels, he has associated, collaborated and recorded with Psy, VMF, Tupac Shakur, Teddy Riley, Felton Pilate, Tha Dogg Pound, The Whole 9, The Hines Brother, Deion Sanders, Big Daddy Kane, BeBe & CeCe Winans and Jon Gibson.

Early life and education

Stanley Kirk Burrell was born on March 30, 1962 in Oakland, California. His father was a professional poker player and gambling casino manager (at Oaks Card Club's cardroom), as well as warehouse supervisor. He grew up poor with his mother (a secretary) and eight siblings in a small apartment in East Oakland. He recalled that six children were crammed into a three-bedroom housing project apartment. The Burrells would also frequent thoroughbred horse races, eventually becoming owners and winners of several graded stakes.

In the Oakland Coliseum parking lot the young Burrell would sell stray baseballs and dance accompanied by a beatboxer. Oakland A's team owner Charles O. Finley saw the 11-year-old doing splits and hired him as a clubhouse assistant and batboy as a result of his energy and flair. Burrell served as a "batboy" with the team from 1973 to 1980. In 2010, Hammer discussed his lifelong involvement with athletes on ESPN's First Take as well as explained that his brother Louis Burrell Jr. (who would later become Hammer's business manager) was actually the batboy while his job was to take calls and do "play-by-plays" for the A's absentee owner during every summer game. The colorful Finley, who lived in Chicago, used the child as his "eyes and ears." Reggie Jackson, in describing Burrell's role for Finley, took credit for his nickname:

Hell, our chief executive, the guy that ran our team, uh, that communicated [with] Charlie Finley, the top man there, was a 13-year old kid. I nicknamed him "Hammer," because he looked like Hank Aaron [whose nickname was "The Hammer"].

Team players, including Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Pedro Garcia, also dubbed Burrell "Little Hammer" due to his resemblance to Aaron. Ron Bergman, at the time an Oakland Tribune writer who covered the A's, recalled that:

He was an informant in the clubhouse, an informant for Charlie, and he got the nickname "Pipeline."

According to Hammer:

Charlie said, "I'm getting you a new hat. I don't want you to have a hat that says "A's" on it. I'm getting you a hat that says 'Ex VP,' that says 'Executive Vice President.' You're running the joint around here." ... Every time I come down to the clubhouse, you know, Rollie would yell out "Oh, everybody be quiet! Here comes Pipeline!"

He acquired the nickname "M.C." for being a "Master of Ceremonies" which he used when he began performing at various clubs while on the road with the A's, and eventually in the military. Hammer, who played second base in high school, dreamed of being a professional baseball player but did not make the final cut at a San Francisco Giants tryout. However, he has been a participant/player in the annual Taco Bell All-Star Legends and Celebrity Softball Game wearing an A's cap to represent Oakland (American League).

Burrell went on to graduate from McClymonds High School in Oakland and took undergraduate classes in communications. Discouraged by his studies at a local college and failing to win a place in a professional baseball organization. He joined the United States Navy for three years, serving with PATRON (Patrol Squadron) FOUR SEVEN (VP-47) of NAS Moffett Field in Mountain View, CA as a Petty Officer Third Class Aviation Store Keeper (AK3) until his honorable discharge.

Music and entertainment career

Before Hammer's successful music career (with his mainstream popularity lasting approximately between 1988 and 1998) and his "rags-to-riches-to-rags-and-back saga", Burrell formed a Christian rap music group with CCM's Jon Gibson (or "J.G.") called Holy Ghost Boys. Some songs produced were called "Word" and "B-Boy Chill". "The Wall", featuring Burrell (it was originally within the lyrics of this song he first identified himself as K.B. and then eventually M.C. Hammer once it was produced), was later released on Gibson's album Change of Heart (1988). This was Contemporary Christian music's first rap hit ever. Burrell also produced "Son of the King" at that time, releasing it on his debut album. "Son of the King" showed up on Hammer's debut album Feel My Power (1987), as well as the re-released version Let's Get It Started (1988).

With exception to later remixes of early releases, Hammer produced and recorded many rap songs that were never made public, yet are now available on the Internet. Via his record labels such as Bust It Records, Oaktown Records and Full Blast, Hammer has introduced, signed and produced new talent including Oaktown's 3.5.7, Ho Frat Hoo!, the vocal quintet Special Generation, Analise, James Greer, One Cause One Effect, B Angie B, The Stooge Playaz, DASIT (as seen on ego trip's The (White) Rapper Show), Teabag, Common Unity, Geeman and Pleasure Ellis; both collaborating with him and producing music of their own during his career.

At about the age of 12, Oakland native Keyshia Cole recorded with Hammer and sought career advice from him.

Feel My Power (1986)

In the mid-1980s while rapping in small venues and after a record deal went sour, Hammer borrowed US$20,000 each from former Oakland A's players Mike Davis and Dwayne Murphy to start a record label business called Bust It Productions. He kept the company going by selling records from his basement and car. Bust It spawned Bustin' Records, the independent label of which Hammer was CEO. Together, the companies had more than 100 employees. Recording singles and selling them out of the trunk of his car, he marketed himself relentlessly. Coupled with his dance abilities, Hammer's style was unique at the time.

Now billing himself as "M.C. Hammer", he recorded his debut album, Feel My Power, which was produced between 1986 and 1987 and released independently in 1987 on his Oaktown Records label (Bustin'). It was produced by Felton Pilate (of Con Funk Shun). It sold over 60,000 copies and was distributed by City Hall Records. In the spring of 1988, Tony Valera, a 107.7 KSOL Radio DJ, played the track "Let's Get It Started" in his mix-shows—a song in which Hammer declared he was "second to none, from Doug E. Fresh, LL Cool J, or DJ Run"—after which the track began to gain popularity in clubs. (He would continue to call out other East Coast rappers in future projects as well.)

Hammer also released a single called "Ring 'Em", and largely on the strength of tireless street marketing by Hammer and his wife, plus continued radio mix-show play, it achieved considerable popularity at dance clubs in the San Francisco Bay Area. Heartened by his rising prospects, Hammer launched into seven-day-a-week rehearsals with the growing troupe of dancers, musicians, and backup vocalists he had hired. It was Hammer's stage show, and his infectious stage presence, that led to his big break in 1988 while performing in an Oakland club. There he impressed a record executive who "didn't know who he was, but knew he was somebody", according to the New Rolling Stone Encyclopedia of Rock & Roll.

M.C.Hammer had received several offers from major record labels before (which he initially declined due to his personal success), but after the successful release of this independent album and elaborate live dance show amazed the Capitol Records executive, Hammer agreed to sign a record deal soon after. Hammer took home a US$1,750,000 advance and a multi-album contract. It didn't take long for Capitol to recoup its investment.

Let's Get It Started (1988)

Once signed to Capitol Records, Hammer re-issued his first record (a revised version of Feel My Power) with additional tracks added and sold over 2 million copies. "Pump It Up" (also performed during Showtime at the Apollo on September 16, 1989), "Turn This Mutha Out", "Let's Get It Started" and "They Put Me in the Mix" were the most popular singles from this album, all of which charted. Not entirely satisfied with this first multi-platinum success, Hammer's music underwent a metamorphosis, shifting from the standard rap format in his upcoming album. "I decided the next album would be more musical," he says. Purists chastised him for being more dancer than rapper. Sitting in a leopard-print bodysuit before a concert, he defended his style: "People were ready for something different from the traditional rap style. The fact that the record has reached this level indicates the genre is growing."

M.C. Hammer was very good friends with Arsenio Hall (as well as a then-unknown teen named Robert Van Winkle, aka Vanilla Ice, despite later rumors that there was a "beef" between the two rappers which was addressed during the height of both their careers on Hall's show, and who he would later reunite with in a 2009 concert in Salt Lake City, Utah), and as such, Hammer was first invited to perform the song "U Can't Touch This", prior to its release, on The Arsenio Hall Show in 1989. He also performed "Dancing Machine" in a version that appeared in the same-titled movie.

Hammer used some of the proceeds from this album to install a rolling recording studio in the back of his tour bus, where he recorded much of his second album.

In 1989, Hammer was featured on "You've Got Me Dancing" (with Glen Goldsmith), which appeared on the Glen Goldsmith album Don't Turn This Groove Around (RCA Records). The track was Hammer's first release in the UK. Hammer also appeared in Glen Goldsmith's music video for this song. The single failed to chart.

Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em (1990)

Notorious for dissing rappers in his previous recordings, Hammer appropriately titled his third album (and second major-label release) Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em, which was released February 12, 1990 (with an original release date of January 1, 1990). It included the successful single "U Can't Touch This" (which sampled Rick James' "Super Freak"). It was produced, recorded, and mixed by Felton Pilate and James Earley on a modified tour bus while on tour in 1989. Despite heavy airplay and a No. 27 chart debut, "U Can't Touch This" stopped at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart because it was released only as a twelve-inch single. However, the album was a No. 1 success for 21 weeks, due primarily to this single, the first time ever for a recording on the pop charts. The song has been and continues to be used in many filmmaking and television shows to date, and appears on soundtrack/compilation albums as well.

Follow-up successes included a cover of the Chi-Lites' "Have You Seen Her" and "Pray" (a beat sampled from Prince's "When Doves Cry" and Faith No More's "We Care a Lot"), which was his biggest hit in the US, peaking at No. 2. "Pray" was also a major UK success, peaking at No. 8. The album went on to become the first hip-hop album to earn diamond status, selling more than 18 million units to date. During 1990, Hammer toured extensively in Europe which included a sold-out concert at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham. With the sponsorship of PepsiCo International, Pepsi CEO Christopher A. Sinclair went on tour with him during 1991.

The album was notable for sampling other high-profile artists and gave some of these artists a new fanbase. "Dancin' Machine" sampled The Jackson 5, "Help the Children" (also the name of an outreach foundation Hammer started) interpolates Marvin Gaye's "Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)", and "She's Soft and Wet" also sampled Prince's "Soft and Wet". All of these songs proved to be successful on radio and video television, with "U Can't Touch This," "Pray" (most successful), "Have You Seen Her," "Here Comes the Hammer," and "Yo!! Sweetness" (UK only) all charting. The album increased the popularity of hip-hop music. It remains the genre's all-time best-selling album.

A movie also accompanied the album and was produced in 1990, called Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em: The Movie (with portions of his music videos included within the movie). At the same time, he also appeared in The West Coast Rap All-Stars posse cut "We're All in the Same Gang." Music videos from this album and the previous albums began to receive much airplay on MTV and VH1.

M.C. Hammer also contributed a track, "This is What We Do", on the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie soundtrack on SBK Records.

A critical backlash began over the repetitive nature of his lyrics, his clean-cut image, and his perceived over-reliance on sampling others' entire hooks for the basis of his singles—criticisms also directed to his contemporary, Vanilla Ice. He was mocked in music videos by 3rd Bass (including a rap battle with MC Serch), The D.O.C., DJ Debranz, and Ice Cube. Oakland hip-hop group Digital Underground criticized him in the CD insert of their Sex Packets album by placing Hammer's picture in it and referring to him as an unknown derelict. Q Tip criticized him in "Check the Rhyme," asking, "What you say Hammer? Proper. Rap is not pop, if you call it that then stop." LL Cool J dissed him in "To tha Break of Dawn" (from the Mama Said Knock You Out album), calling Hammer an "amateur, swinging a Hammer from a bodybag [his pants]," and saying, "My old gym teacher ain't supposed to rap.", though this could have been seen as a response to Hammer calling him out in "Let's Get it Started", when he was mentioned along with Run-DMC and Doug E. Fresh as rappers that Hammer claimed to be better than. (LL Cool J would later compliment and commend Hammer's abilities/talents on VH-1's 100 Greatest Songs of Hip Hop, which aired in 2008). However, Ice-T came to his defense on his 1991 album O.G. Original Gangster: "A special shout out to my man M.C. Hammer: a lot of people dis you, man, but they just jealous." Ice-T later explained that he had nothing against people who were pop-rap from the start, as Hammer had been, but only against emcees who switch from being hardcore or dirty to being pop-rap so that they can sell more records.

Despite the criticisms, Hammer's career continued to be highly successful including tours in Asia, Europe, Australia, and Russia. Soon after, M.C. Hammer Mattel dolls, lunchboxes, and other merchandise were marketed. He was also given his own Saturday morning cartoon, called Hammerman, which he hosted and voiced.

Too Legit to Quit (1991)

After publicly dropping the "M.C." from his stage name, Hammer released Too Legit to Quit (also produced by Felton Pilate) in 1991. Hammer answered his critics within certain songs from the album. Sales were strong (over five million copies), with the title track being the biggest hit single from this record. The album peaked in the Top 5 of the Billboard 200. Another hit came soon after, with "Addams Groove" (which appeared on both The Addams Family motion picture soundtrack and the vinyl and cassette versions of 2 Legit 2 Quit), reaching No. 7 in the U.S. and No. 4 in the UK. His video for the song appeared after the movie.

Hammer set out on a tour for this album, with a stage show which had become as grandiose and lavish as his lifestyle ⁠— ⁠loaded with singers, dancers, and backup musicians, the supporting concert tour was too expensive for the album's sales to finance, and it was canceled partway through. In 1992, Boyz II Men joined Hammer's high-profile 2 Legit 2 Quit tour as an opening act. While traveling the country, their tour manager Khalil Roundtree was murdered in Chicago, and the group's future performances of "It's So Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday" were dedicated to him. As a result of this unfortunate experience, the song would help advance their success.

Music videos were produced for all four singles released from this album (including "Do Not Pass Me By" and "This Is The Way We Roll"), all which charted.The "2 Legit 2 Quit" video featured many celebrity appearances. It's been ranked as one of the most expensive videos ever made. The hand motions used within the song and video also became very popular. The song proved to be successful in the U.S., peaking in the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, at #5. Despite the album's multi-platinum certification, the sales were one-third of Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em.

At the end of the "2 Legit 2 Quit" video, after James Brown enlists Hammer to get the famous glove of Michael Jackson, a silver-white sequined glove is shown on the hand of a Michael Jackson look-alike doing the "2 Legit 2 Quit" hand gesture. In a related story, M.C. Hammer appeared on The Wendy Williams Show (July 27, 2009) and talked about his hit reality show Hammertime on A&E, his marriage, his role as a dad and the reasons he eventually went bankrupt. He told an amusing story about a phone call he received from "M.J.", regarding the portion of the "2 Legit 2 Quit" video that included a fake Michael Jackson, giving his approval and inclusion of it. He explained how Michael had seen the video and liked it, and both expressed they were fans of one another. Hammer and Jackson would later appear, speak and/or perform at the funeral service for James Brown in 2006.

The artwork featured in the album was created by James B. Young and accompanying studios.

During 1991, Hammer was featured on the single "The Blood" from the BeBe & CeCe Winans album, Different Lifestyles. In 1992, the song peaked at No. 8 on the Christian charts.

New venture with Oaktown/Giant Records (1992–1993)

In 1992, after a four-year hiatus, Doug E. Fresh signed with Hammer's label, Bust It Records and issued one album, Doin' What I Gotta Do, which (despite some minor acclaim for his single "Bustin' Out (On Funk)" which sampled the Rick James 1979 single "Bustin' Out") was a commercial failure.

Prior to Hammer's next album, The Funky Headhunter, rumors from critics and fans began claiming Hammer had quit the music/entertainment business or had suffered a financial downfall (since a couple of years were passing between his two records), which Hammer denied. Hammer claimed rumors falsely heralded his downfall were most likely a result of the fact he turned over his "trimmed-down" Bust It Records to his brother and manager Louis Burrell Jr., and his horse racing interests to his brother Chris and their father, Louis Burrell Sr.

During his hiatus between albums, Hammer consequently signed a multimillion-dollar deal with a new record company. He said there were a lot of bidders, but "not too many of them could afford Hammer". Therefore, Hammer parted ways with Felton Pilate (who had previously worked with the successful vocal group Con Funk Shun) and switched record labels to Giant Records, taking his Oaktown label with him. Hammer was eventually sued by Pilate. Additionally, Hammer launched a new enterprise, called Roll Wit It Entertainment & Sports Management, with clients such as Evander Holyfield, Deion Sanders and Reggie Brooks. In 1993, his production company released a hit rap song by DRS.

By this time, he also parted ways with his only female executive, music business administration consultant and songwriter, Linda Lou McCall (who previously worked with The Delfonics and her husband Louis A. McCall, Sr.'s band Con Funk Shun). She went on to work with artists such as Puff Daddy, Faith Evans, Notorious B.I.G., Mýa, Black Eyed Peas and Eminem. A music industry vet who attended Howard University's College of Fine Arts and the University of California-Davis School of Law, McCall was hired by Hammer's brother and manager, Louis K. Burrell, in 1990 to help set up his corporate operations and administration at Bust It Management and Productions Inc. in Oakland, California. She later became Vice President of Hammer's talent management company, overseeing artists like Heavy D, B Angie B and Ralph Tresvant. While at Bust It, she and her husband Louis A. McCall, Sr. brought their artist Keith Martin to Felton's attention who hired him as a backup musician and vocalist for Hammer's Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em and Too Legit to Quit world tours. In 1993 and 1994, Linda Lou was also involved in several lawsuits against Hammer which were eventually settled out of court.

With a new home and daughter, a new record soon to be released, and his new business, Hammer claimed he was happy and far from being broke during a tour of his mansion for Ebony. "Today there is a more aggressive Hammer, because the '90s require you to be more aggressive", Hammer said of his music style. "There is a harder edge, but I'm no gang member. Hammer in the '90s is on the offense, on the move, on the attack. And it's all good".

The Funky Headhunter and Prime Time (1994)

In 1993, Hammer began recording his fifth official album. To adapt to the changing landscape of hip-hop, this album was a more aggressive sounding album entitled The Funky Headhunter. He co-produced this record with funky rapper and producer, Stefan Adamek. While Hammer's appearance changed to keep up with the gangsta rap audience, his lyrics still remained honest and somewhat clean with minor profanity. Yet, as with previous records, Hammer would continue to call out and disrespect other rappers on this album. As with some earlier songs such as "Crime Story" (from the album Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em), the content and reality about "street life" remained somewhat the same, but the sound was different, resulting in Hammer losing favor with fans. Nonetheless, this harder-edged, more aggressive record went gold, but failed to win him a new audience among hardcore hip-hop fans.

In another appearance on The Arsenio Hall Show during the mid-1990s, Hammer debuted the video for "Pumps and a Bump". Talk show host Arsenio Hall said to M.C. Hammer, "Women in the audience want to know, what's in your speedos in the 'Pumps and a Bump' video?" A clip from the video was then shown, to much approval from the audience. Hammer didn't give a direct answer, but instead laughed. Arsenio then said, "I guess that's why they call you 'Hammer.' It ain't got nothin' to do with Hank Aaron."

The accompanying video to the album's first single, "Pumps and a Bump", was banned from heavy rotation on MTV with censors claiming that the depiction of Hammer in Speedos (and with what appeared to be an erection) was too graphic. This led to an alternative video being filmed (with Hammer fully clothed) that was directed by Bay Area native Craig S. Brooks.

"It's All Good" was the second single released, which would become a pop culture phrase as a result of its success. It was also the most successful song by this title.Within this album, Hammer disses rappers such as A Tribe Called Quest (Q-Tip), Redman and Run DMC for previous attacks they made against him on wax. This quite possibly led to a decrease in his popularity after this record responded to his critics.

On December 20, 1994, Deion Sanders released Prime Time, a rap album on Hammer's Bust It Records label which featured the minor hit "Must Be The Money". "Prime Time Keeps on Tickin'" was also released as a single. Sanders, a friend of Hammer's, had previously appeared in his "Too Legit to Quit" music video, and his alter-ego "Prime Time" is also used in Hammer's "Pumps and a Bump" video.

The song "Help Lord (Won't You Come)" appeared in Kingdom Come.This album peaked at number two on the R&B charts and remained in the Top 30 midway through the year. To date, it has managed to become certified platinum.

Inside Out, Death Row Records and Too Tight (1995–1996)

In 1995, Hammer released the album Inside Out V (or inside out V). The album sold poorly compared to previous records (peaking at 119 on the Billboard Charts) and Giant Records dropped him and Oaktown Records from their roster. Songs "Going Up Yonder" and "Sultry Funk" managed to get moderate radio play (even charting on national radio station countdowns).

Along with a fickle public, Hammer would go on to explain in this album that he felt many of his so-called friends he helped staff, used and betrayed him which contributed to a majority of his financial loss (best explained in the song "Keep On" and the bio from this album). He would also hint about this again in interviews, including The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2009.

In 1995, Hammer released "Straight to My Feet" (with Deion Sanders) from the Street Fighter soundtrack (released in December 1994). The song charted No. 57 in the UK.

Hammer's relationship with Suge Knight dates back to 1988. Hammer signed with Death Row Records by 1995, then home to Snoop Dogg and his close friend, Tupac Shakur. The label did not release the album of Hammer's music (titled Too Tight) while he had a career with them, although he did release versions of some tracks on his next album. However, Burrell did record tracks with Shakur and others, most notably the song "Too Late Playa" (along with Big Daddy Kane and Danny Boy). After the death of Shakur in 1996, Burrell left the record company. He later explained his concern about this circumstance in an interview on Trinity Broadcasting Network since he was in Las Vegas with Tupac the night of his death.

Return to EMI and Family Affair (1996–1998)

In October 1996, Burrell and Oaktown signed with EMI, which saw the release of a compilation album of Hammer's chart topping songs prior to The Funky Headhunter. The album, titled Greatest Hits, featured 12 former hits. In 1998, another "greatest hits" album, called Back 2 Back Hits, was produced and released by CEMA. (Another compilation version of Back 2 Back was later released by Capitol Records in 2006.) As Hammer's empire began to collapse when his last album failed to match the sales of its predecessors, and since he unsuccessfully attempted to recast himself in the "streetwise/hardcore rap" mold of the day, Hammer turned to a gospel-friendly audience.

In 1998, MC Hammer released his first album in his new deal with EMI, titled Family Affair, because it was to introduce the world to the artists he had signed to his Oaktown Records (Geeman, Teabag, and Common Unity) as they made their recording debut. Technically his seventh album since his debut EP, this record was highly promoted on Trinity Broadcasting Network (performing a more gospel version of "Keep On" from his album Inside Out V), yet featured no charting singles and selling about 1,000 copies worldwide.

The album also features a song written for Hammer by 2Pac called "Unconditional Love". Hammer would later dance and read the lyrics to this song on the first VH1 Hip Hop Honors in 2004.

A double album mostly about faith and family values, additional tracks from Family Affair are: "Put It Down", "Put Some Stop in Your Game", "Big Man", "Set Me Free", "Our God", "Responsible Father Shout", "He Brought Me Out", (Geeman Intro), "Eye's Like Mine", "Never Without You", "Praise Dance Theme Song", "Shame of the Name", (Smoothout Intro), (Teabag Intro), "Silly Heart", "I Wish U Were Free", (Common Unity Intro), "Someone to Hold to You", "Pray" (1998), "Let's Get It Started" (1998), and with "Hammer Music/Shouts/Tour Info" announcements between songs. The compact disks are also "PC Ready" with interactive features.

After this album, new projects were rumored to be in the works, including an album (War Chest: Turn of the Century) and a soundtrack to the film Return to Glory: The Powerful Stirring of the Black Man, but neither appeared.

The Hits and Active Duty (2000–2001)

In 2000, another compilation album was released, titled The Hits. It contains 17 tracks from his first four albums.

Following the September 11, 2001 attacks, M.C. Hammer released his 8th studio album, Active Duty, on his own World Hit Music Group label (the musical enterprise under his Hammertime Holdings Inc. umbrella) to pay homage to the ones lost in the terrorist attacks. The album followed that theme, and featured two singles (with accompanying videos), "No Stoppin' Us (USA)" and "Pop Yo Collar" (featuring Wee Wee) which demonstrates "The Phat Daddy Pop", "In Pop Nito", "River Pop", "Deliver The Pop" and "Pop'n It Up" dance moves. The album, like its predecessor, failed to chart and would not sell as many copies as previous projects. Hammer did however promote it on such shows as The View and produced a video for both singles.

This patriotic album, originally planned to be titled The Autobiography Of M.C. Hammer, donated portions of the proceeds to 9/11 charities. Hammer shot a video for the anthem "No Stoppin' Us (USA)" in Washington, D.C., with several members of the United States Congress, who sang in the song and danced in the video. Present members of the United States House of Representatives included J. C. Watts, Eddie Bernice Johnson, Thomas M. Davis, Earl Hilliard, Alcee Hastings, Rep. Diane Watson (D-Calif.), Rep. Corrine Brown (D-Fla.) and Jesse Jackson, Jr.

Full Blast (2004)

After leaving Capitol Records and EMI for the second time in his career, M.C. Hammer decided to move his Oaktown imprint to an independent distributor and released his ninth studio album, Full Blast (which was completed in late 2003 and released as a complete album in early 2004). The album would feature no charting singles and was not certified by the RIAA. A video was produced for "Full Blast", a song that attacks Eminem and Busta Rhymes for previous disrespect towards him.

Some of the original songs didn't end up making the final album release. Guest artists included The Stooge Playaz, Pleasure, Rain, JD Greer and DasIt.

Look Look Look and Platinum MC Hammer (2006–2008)

After going independent, Hammer decided to create a digital label to release his tenth studio album, Look Look Look. The album was released in February 2006 and featured production from Scott Storch. The album featured the title-track single (Look Look Look) and a music video. It would sell much better than his previous release (300,000 copies worldwide).

"YAY" was produced by Lil Jon. "What Happened to Our Hood?" (featuring Sam Logan) was originally from Active Duty. "I Got It From The Town" was used in the movie but is only present in one scene instead of the originally planned two on The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (soundtrack).

Between 2006 and 2007, Hammer released a military-inspired rap song with a political message to President George W. Bush about sending American troops back home from war, called "Bring Our Brothers Home". The video was filmed at the Santa Monica Pier.

In 2008, Platinum MC Hammer was released by EMI Records. The compilation consists of 12 tracks from Hammer's previous albums, with a similar playlist as former "greatest hits" records (with the exception of including a remix of "Hammer Hammer, They Put Me In A Mix" which includes rap lyrics that "They Put Me In A Mix" originally did not). An import was released by Capitol Records.

DanceJamtheMusic (2008–2009)

Since his 2006 album, Hammer continued to produce music and released several other raps that appeared on his social websites (such as Myspace and Dancejam.com) or in commercials, with another album announced to be launched in late 2008 (via his own record label Fullblast Playhouse). Talks of the tour and a new album were expected in 2009.

"Getting Back to Hetton" was made public in 2008 as a digital single. It was a departure for Hammer, bringing in funky deep soul and mixing it with a more house style. Released through licence on Whippet Digital Recordings, media reviews were said to be "disappointing". However, the song "I Got Gigs" from this album was used in a 2009 ESPN commercial and performed during Hammertime (as well as played while he danced just prior to introducing Soulja Boy during YouTube Live on November 22, 2008).

Other tracks and videos from the album included: "I Go" (produced by Lil Jon), "Keep It In Vegas", "Lookin' Out The Window", "Dem Jeans" (by DASIT), "Stooge Karma Sutra" (by The Stooge Playaz) and "Tried to Luv U" (by DASIT featuring Pleasure Ellis).

In March 2009, M.C. Hammer and Vanilla Ice had a one-off concert at the McKay Events Center in Orem, Utah. This concert aided in the promotion of Hammer's new music and television show. During the concert (as shown during an episode of Hammertime), it was mentioned between the two rappers that this was their first headline show together in nearly 20 years, since the time when they were touring together at the peak of their hip-hop careers. Hammer said: "Contrary to popular belief, Ice and I are not only cool with each other, we are like long lost friends. I've known him since he was 16, before he had a record contract and before I had a record contract. It is a great reunion." Vanilla Ice, real name Robert Van Winkle, said: "It's like no time has passed at all. We set the world on fire back in the day - it gives me goose bumps to think about. The concert wouldn't have been so packed if it wasn't us together. I'm so happy right now, the magic is here."

Most recent releases (2010–present)

Hammer has occasionally released singles over the past few years. Below are the most publicized:

"Better Run Run" (2010)

M.C. Hammer promised to release a track (expected on October 31, 2010) responding to a song by Kanye West featuring Jay-Z which attacked him. On the "So Appalled" track, which features Swizz Beatz and RZA, Jay-Z raps a verse targeting Hammer about his financial dilemma in the 1990s. On it Jay says: 'Hammer went broke so you know I'm more focused / I lost 30 mil' so I spent another 30 / 'Cause unlike Hammer 30 million can't hurt me'. Hammer addressed his displeasure about the diss on Twitter, claiming he will react to Jay-Z on Halloween.

Hammer released a sample of his "beef" with Jay-Z (aka 'Hell Boy' according to Hammer) in a brief teaser trailer called "Better Run Run" by 'King Hammer'. At one point, it was uncertain if his reaction would be a film video, a music video or a combination of both. Regardless, he claimed he would show evidence that 'Jigga worships the devil'. It's possible that Jay-Z was offended by an analogy Hammer was conveying in an earlier interview in response to "D.O.A. (Death of Auto-Tune)" on AllHipHop.

On November 1, Hammer's song with video called "Better Run Run!" hit the web in retaliation to Jay-Z's September 2010 diss towards him. M.C. accuses Jigga of being in league (and in the studio) with Satan—and then Hammer defeats the devil and forces Jay to be baptized. Speaking on the video, Jacob O'Gara of Ethos Magazine wrote: "What's more likely is that this feud is the last chapter in the tragic cautionary tale of M.C. Hammer, a tale that serves as a warning to all present and future kings of hip-hop. Keep your balance on the pedestal and wear the crown strong or you'll have the Devil to pay."

In an interview with BBC's DJ Semtex, Jay said he didn't mean the verses as a personal attack. "I didn't know that [Hammer's financial status] wasn't on the table for discussion!" he said. "I didn't know I was the first person ever to say that..." He continued, "When I say things, I think people believe me so much that they take it a different way — it's, like, not rap anymore at that point. I say some great things about him in the book I have coming out [Decoded] — that wasn't a cheap plug," he laughed. "He's gonna be embarrassed, I said some really great things about him and people's perception of him. But it is what it is, he took it that wrong way, and I didn't know I said anything wrong!"

"See Her Face" (2011)

On February 3, 2011, M.C. Hammer appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show premiering the track "See Her Face" via Flipboard. It was the first time Flipboard included music in the application.

"Raider Nation" and "All In My Mind" (2013–2014)

Among other singles, Hammer released "Raider Nation (Oakland Raiders Anthem)" along with a video in late 2013 and "All In My Mind" (which samples "Summer Breeze" by The Isley Brothers) in early 2014 with his newly formed group called Oakland Fight Club featuring Mistah F.A.B.

"Help the Children" (2017)

Hammer released an updated version of his 1990 charting song with a short film video in late 2017.

Additional business ventures

In 1991, M.C. Hammer established Oaktown Stable that would eventually have nineteen Thoroughbred racehorses. That year, his outstanding filly Lite Light won several Grade I stakes races including the prestigious Kentucky Oaks. His D. Wayne Lukas-trained colt Dance Floor won the Grade II Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes and the Breeders' Futurity Stakes in 1991, then the following year won the Fountain of Youth Stakes and finished 3rd in the 1992 Kentucky Derby. He continues to attend shows as well as many sporting events alongside celebrities.

In the late 1990s into the early 2000s, along with a new clothing line called "J Slick", Hammer began creating and working on M.C. Hammer USA, an interactive online portal.

In 2002, Hammer signed a book contract with publishing company Simon & Schuster which called for a release the following year. However, a manuscript for an inspirational book called Enemies of the Father: Messages from the Heart on Being a Family Man (addressing the situation of African American men), for which Hammer received advance money to write, was never submitted in 2003. This resulted in Hammer being sued by the book company over claims that he never finished the book as promised. The company's March 2009 lawsuit sought return of the US$61,000 advance given to Hammer for the unwritten book about fatherhood.

Hammer was a popular web mogul and activist, becoming involved in several Internet projects (including TechCrunch40 conferences). In 2007, Hammer was co-founder and chief strategy officer of Menlo Park-based (Silicon Valley) DanceJam.com along with Geoffrey Arone. The community site (valued at $4.5 million) was exclusively dedicated to dancing video competitions, techniques and styles which Hammer sometimes judged or rated. After receiving $4.5 million in total equity funding, the site closed on January 1, 2011.

In July 2010, Hammer started a mixed martial arts management company to manage, market, promote, and brand-build for fighters such as Nate Marquardt, Tim F. Kennedy, and Vladimir Matyushenko, among others. According to MMAWeekly.com and Bizjournals, his new company is Alchemist Management in Los Angeles. It now manages 10 fighters. That same month, Hammer also announced his latest venture called Alchemist Clothing. The brand described as a colorful new lifestyle clothing line debuted during an Ultimate Fighting Championship fight in Austin. Middleweight fighter Nate "The Great" Marquardt wore an Alchemist shirt as he walked out to the ring. Hammer has shown an interest in boxing throughout his career.

On September 28, 2010, M.C. Hammer headlined at the TechCrunch Disrupt conference for an official after-hours party.

Hammer appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show in February 2011 to discuss his tech-media-mogul status, as well as his creation, demonstration and consulting of social applications/sites/media (such as having an involvement with the Internet since 1994 including YouTube and Twitter), and devices such as iPad and ZAGGmate. He also explained how employing/helping so many people in the past never really caused him to be broke in terms of the average person, as the media made it seem, nor would he have changed any experiences that has led him to where he is today. During the "Whatever Happened to M.C. Hammer" episode, he discussed his current home, family and work life as well.

In October 2011, Hammer announced a new internet venture called WireDoo - a "deep search engine" that planned to compete with the major search engines including Google and Bing. With the motto, "Search once and see what's related", Hammer's team planned to eventually open up the site to a select number of beta testers. Wiredoo failed, having never left beta testing, and officially went offline in early 2012.

Television and film career

M.C. Hammer produced and starred in his own movie, Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em: The Movie (1990). The film is about a rapper returning to his hometown who defeats a drug lord using kids to traffic his product. For this project, Hammer earned a Grammy Award for Best Long Form Music Video at the 33rd Grammy Awards (having been nominated for two). He later produced MC Hammer: 2 Legit (The Videos), which included many actors and athletes.

Hammer appeared in major marketing campaigns for companies such as Pepsi, KFC, Toshiba, British Knights and Taco Bell during the height of his career.

In 1991, Hammer hosted, sang/rapped and voiced a Saturday-morning cartoon called Hammerman. That same year, he and Bust It Productions (including B Angie B, Special Generation and Ho Frat Hoo!) appeared in concert from New Orleans on BET

Hammer has made cameos and/or performed on many television shows such as Saturday Night Live (as host and musical guest), Amen and Martin. He also made a cameo in the 1993 Arnold Schwarzenegger film Last Action Hero. Hammer would also go on to appear as himself on The History of Rock 'N' Roll, Vol. 5 (1995). Additionally, he has been involved in movies as an actor such as, One Tough Bastard (1996), Reggie's Prayer (1996), the Showtime film The Right Connections (1997), Deadly Rhapsody (2001), Finishing the Game (2007) and 1040 (2010), as well as a television and movie producer.

Despite public attacks about his financial status, after meeting at the National Association of Broadcasters convention in Las Vegas in April 2001, it was Hammer (credited as a producer) who provided the much needed funding to filmmaker Justin Lin for Better Luck Tomorrow (2002). In its first ever film acquisition, MTV Films eventually acquired Better Luck Tomorrow after it debuted at The Sundance Film Festival. The director said, "Out of desperation, I called up MC Hammer because he had read the script and liked it. Two hours later, he wired the money we needed into a bank account and saved us."

Hammer appeared in two cable television movies. At the age of 39, he was one of the producers for the VH1 movie Too Legit: The M.C. Hammer Story, starring Romany Malco and Tangi Miller as his wife, which aired on December 19, 2001. The film is a biopic which chronicles the rise and fall of the artist. "2 Legit To Quit: The Life Story of M.C. Hammer" became the second highest-rated original movie in the history of VH1 and broadcast simultaneously on BET. "The whole script came from me," says Hammer, "I sat down with a writer and gave him all the information."

In 2003, Hammer appeared on The WB's first season of The Surreal Life, a reality show known for assembling an eclectic mix of celebrities to live together. He was also a dance judge on the 2003 ABC Family TV series Dance Fever. Additionally, he appeared on VH1's And You Don't Stop: 30 Years of Hip-Hop (2004) as well as in 100 Greatest Songs of the 90s (2008), a countdown which he was also commentator on. His eldest child, A'Keiba Burrell, was a contestant on MTV's Rock the Cradle in April 2008 (which Hammer also made appearances on).

Hammer had shown an interest in having his own reality show with specific television networks at one point. Already being a part of shows for VH1 and The WB (I Married... M.C. Hammer and The Surreal Life), it was later confirmed he would appear in Hammertime on A&E Network in the summer of 2009. This reality show was about his personal, business and family life. The following year, Hammer appeared on Live with Regis and Kelly June 3, 2009 to promote his show which began June 14, 2009 at 10 PM EST.

In August 2008, a new ESPN ad featured Hammer in it, showcasing his single "I Got Gigs'" (from his DanceJamtheMusic album). The commercial was for Monday Night Football's upcoming football season. This is not the first commercial in more recent years that Hammer has been in, or his songs/raps/dancing was used for and included in such as Lay's, Hallmark Cards, Purell, Lysol, Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, Citibank, etc. On February 1, 2009, Hammer and Ed McMahon were featured in a Super Bowl XLIII commercial for Cash4Gold.

In addition to appearing in television commercials, M.C. Hammer's music has also been used in television shows and movies, especially "U Can't Touch This" during The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990), Hot Shots! (1990), The Super (1991), Doogie Howser, M.D. (1992), Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996), Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003), Into the Wild (2007), Tropic Thunder (2008), Dancing with the Stars (2009), Glee (2010) and many more. Additionally, "This Is What We Do" was a 1990 track by Hammer (featuring B Angie B) for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film and soundtrack. Tracks "That's What I Said" and "Feel My Power" were used for the Rocky V film and soundtrack. Some examples of other raps by Hammer used in movies and television were "Addams Groove" (The Addams Family), "Pray" (License to Wed), "2 Legit 2 Quit" (Hot Rod), "I Got It From The Town" (The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift), "Help Lord, Won't You Come" (Kingdom Come), "Let's Go Deeper" (Beverly Hills, 90210) and "Straight to My Feet" (Street Fighter), among others.

Along with Betty White, Hammer was a voice actor on the September 17, 2010 episode of Glenn Martin, DDS called "Step-brother". In 2016, MC Hammer appeared as himself in an episode of Uncle Grandpa on Cartoon Network.

Hammer has most recently been a spokesman for 3M Command Strips and Starburst.

Dancer, choreographer and entertainer

M.C. Hammer's dance style not only helped pave the way for the Bay Area movement called Hyphy, but also helped to bring hip-hop and rap to the Bay Area. His dancing skills are still taught to this day. With his popular trademark Hammer Pants, one phenomenal difference from Hammer versus other performers during his heyday was that he was an entertainer, both during live shows and in music videos. His flamboyant dancing was as much a part of his performances as rapping and musical instruments were. With high-energy dance routines, he is often considered one of the greatest dancers. While adding his own techniques, Hammer adopted styles from James Brown and The Nicholas Brothers such as the splits, and feverish choreographed dance routines including leaps and slides, most notably. His creation of such dances as "Hammer Dance" (or the "Typewriter Dance"), "The Bump" (from "U Can't Touch This") and the use of "The Running Man" and the "Butterfly," among others, made his flashy and creative dance skills unlike any others at the time.

Hammer's showmanship and elaborate stage choreography, involving fifteen dancers, twelve backup singers, seven live musicians and two disc jockeys, gave him a powerful visual appeal. Hammer was the first rap artist to put together a choreographed show of this type, and his visual flair attracted heavy airplay for his videos on MTV, which at the time had a predominantly white viewership that had aired little rap music before Hammer.

During a 1990 visit from M.C. Hammer (accompanied by his friend Fab Five Freddy) on Yo! MTV Raps, one of the dancers whom Hammer was holding auditions for was a then-unknown Jennifer Lopez.

At the height of his career, Hammer had his legs insured for a substantial amount of money (into the millions), as mentioned in an interview by Maria Shriver in the early 1990s. He later suffered an injury to his knee that halted his dancing career for a period of time. Eventually, BET ranked Hammer as the 7th Best Dancer Of All Time. Some of Hammer's entourage, or "posse" as he called them, were also trained/skilled dancers (including Tiffany Patterson). They participated in videos and at concerts, yet too many dancers and band members eventually contributed to Hammer's downfall, proving to be too much for him to finance.

Hammer stayed active in the dance media/genre, both on television shows and as co-founder of DanceJam.com (which showcased dance competitions and instructional videos on all the latest dance styles) until he and his partner Geoffrey Arone sold it to Grind Networks. Well known for bringing choreography to hip-hop, many of his dancing skills can still be seen on dance-focused and social networking sites. "Dance is unlike any other social medium. It's the core of our culture", Burrell told Wired News.

In addition to his websites and other Internet appearances, Hammer has also appeared demonstrating much of his dancing abilities on talk shows such as The Arsenio Hall Show, Soul Train, Late Night with Conan O'Brien (performing O'Brien's famous "string dance" together as well), The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The View and was a dance judge on Dance Fever. On June 3, 2009, he performed the "Hammer dance" on Live with Regis and Kelly with Will Ferrell as co-host.

While Hammer may have challenged and competed with Michael Jackson during the height of his career, they were friends, proven by a phone call Hammer had with Jackson about his "Too Legit to Quit" video which he shared on The Wendy Williams Show (July 2009). Hammer wanted to ensure he was not offended by the ending of the video where a purported Michael Jackson (seen only from behind) does the "2 Legit 2 Quit" hand gesture with his famous glove. They also appeared together at the funeral service for James Brown in 2006, where Hammer danced in honor of The Godfather of Soul. After Jackson's death, Hammer posted his remembrance and sympathy of the superstar on Twitter. Michael's friend and fellow pop culture icon Hammer told Spinner that, "now that the King of Pop has passed, it's the duty of his fans and loved ones to carry Jackson's creative torch." He went on to say, "Michael Jackson lit the fuse that ignited the spirit of dance in us all. He gave us a song and a sweet melody that will never die. Now we all carry his legacy with joy and pride."

Personal life

At the time of his first album, M.C. Hammer opened his own music management firm. As a result of the success of his third album, Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em, Hammer had amassed approximately US$33 million. US$12 million was used to build his Xanadu-like home in Fremont, California, 30 miles (50 km) south of where he grew up. Jet reported Hammer once employed 200 people, with an annual payroll of US$6.8 million. The estate was sold for $5.3 million after Hammer lived in it for six years.

Hammer currently resides in a large ranch-style abode situated on a two-acre corner lot in Tracy, California with his wife Stephanie of over 30 years (whom he met at a church revival meeting and married December 21, 1985). They have five children: three boys (Bobby, Jeremiah, Sammy) and two girls (Sarah, A'keiba), along with a nephew (Jamaris) and cousin (Marv) having lived with them. It was reported in July 2012, that Hammer was encouraged to marry Whitney Houston by her father at the Super Bowl in 1991.

Hammer frequently posts about his life and activities on his blog "Look Look Look", as well as other social websites such as Facebook, Myspace and Twitter (being one of the earliest celebrities to contribute and join). A self-described "super geek" who's presently consulting for or investing in eight technology companies, Hammer claims to spend 10–12 hours daily working on his technology projects, and tweets 30-40 times a day.

Hammer was an endorser of the SAFE California Act, which if passed in November 2012, would have replaced the death penalty. However, the proposition was defeated.

Bankruptcy, lawsuits and media reaction

Contrary to public rumor, Hammer claimed he was really never "down-and-out" as reported by the media (eventually expressed on The Opie & Anthony Show and The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2009). Originally having an estimated net worth of over $33 million according to Forbes magazine, speculations about Hammer's status first emerged during delays between albums Too Legit to Quit and The Funky Headhunter, with Hammer having spent much of his money on staff and personal luxuries. In addition to excessive spending while supporting friends and family, Hammer ultimately became $13 million in debt. With dwindling album sales, unpaid loans, a large payroll, and a lavish lifestyle, Hammer eventually filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Oakland, California on April 1, 1996. The case was converted to Chapter 7 on September 23, 1998, but Hammer was denied a bankruptcy discharge on April 23, 2002.

Hammer's mansion was sold for a fraction of its former price. "My priorities were out of order," he told Ebony. He claimed, "My priorities should have always been God, family, community, and then business. Instead they had been business, business, and business." Along with Felton Pilate and other group members, Rick James sued Hammer for infringement of copyright, but the suit was settled out of court when Hammer agreed to credit James as co-composer, effectively cutting James in on the millions of dollars the record was earning. By the late 1990s, though, Hammer seemed to stabilize himself and made himself ready to undertake new projects.

In 1992, Hammer had admitted in depositions and court documents to getting the idea for the song "Here Comes the Hammer" from a Christian recording artist in Dallas named Kevin Christian. Christian had filed a 16 million dollar lawsuit against Hammer for copyright infringement of his song entitled "Oh-Oh, You Got the Shing". This fact, compounded with witness testimony from both Hammer's and Christian's entourages, and other evidence (including photos), brought about a settlement with Capitol Records in 1994. The terms of the settlement remain sealed. Hammer settled with Christian the following year.

In 1997, just prior to beginning his ministry, M.C. Hammer (who by that time had re-adopted "M.C.") was the subject of an episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show and the VH1 series Behind the Music (music from his album Inside Out V was featured in this documentary). In these appearances, Burrell admitted "that [he] had already used up most of [his] fortune of over $20 million, proving that money is nothing if it doesn't bring peace and if priorities are wrong". He would go on to express a similar point in other interviews as well.

During numerous interviews on radio stations and television channels throughout the years, Hammer was constantly questioned about his bankruptcy. During an interview by WKQI-FM (95.5) for the promotion of his "Pioneers Of Hip Hop 2009" gig at the Fox Theatre in Detroit, which featured 2 Live Crew, Naughty by Nature, Too Short, Biz Markie, and Roxanne Shanté, Hammer was asked about his finances by the Mojo in the Morning host. Hammer responded on Twitter that Mojo was a "coward" and threatened to cancel commercials for his upcoming show.

On November 21, 2011, the U.S. government filed a lawsuit in Federal District Court in California against Hammer to obtain a court judgment on his unpaid taxes for years 1996 and 1997. In December 2011, this litigation was reported in the media. Hammer owed $779,585 in back taxes from his earnings dating back to 1996–1997 - during the years Hammer was believed to be facing his worst financial problems. After years of public and media ridicule regarding his financial problem, Hammer tried to assure fans and "naysayers" via Twitter, claiming that he had proof he had already taken care of his debt with the IRS. "700k … Don't get too excited .. I paid them already and kept my receipt. Stamped by a US Federal Judge", Hammer tweeted from his account @MCHammer. However, the District Court ruled against Hammer. He appealed but, on December 17, 2015, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit rejected Hammer's argument that because the government had not listed those taxes in the government's proof of claim filed with the Bankruptcy Court, the government should be stopped from collecting the taxes. According to a 2017 episode of the Reelz TV series Broke & Famous, the situation was eventually resolved. As of the making of the aforementioned Broke & Famous episode, Hammer had a reported net worth of $1.5 million.

Obstruction charges

M.C. Hammer was arrested in 2013 in Dublin, California for allegedly obstructing an officer in the performance of his duties and resisting an officer (according to "stop and identify" statutes). Hammer claims he was a victim of racial profiling by the police, stating an officer pulled out his gun and randomly asked him: "Are you on parole or probation?" Hammer stated that as he handed over his ID, the officer reached inside the car and tried to pull him out. Police in Dublin, east of Oakland, said Hammer was "blasting music" in a vehicle with expired registration and he was not the registered owner. "After asking Hammer who the registered owner was, he became very argumentative and refused to answer the officer's questions," police spokesman Herb Walters typed in an e-mail to CNN. Hammer was booked and released from Santa Rita Jail in Dublin. A court date was scheduled, however, all charges were dropped in early March. Hammer tweeted that he was not bitter and considered what happened "a teachable moment."

Christian beliefs and pastoral ministry

In 1984, Burrell began attending Bible studies, joined a street ministry and formed a gospel rap group known as Holy Ghost Boys featuring Jon Gibson. In 1986, Burrell along with Tramaine Hawkins, performed with Gibson's band doing several concerts at various venues such as the Beverly Theatre in Beverly Hills and recorded several rap songs. They collaborated on a song for Gibson's 1988 album (Change of Heart) called "The Wall", prior to M.C. Hammer's mainstream success. This was Contemporary Christian music's first rap hit ever. Burrell also produced "Son of the King" at that time, releasing it on his debut album.

Raised Pentecostal, Hammer strayed from his Christian faith during his success, before returning to ministry. His awareness of this can be found in a film he wrote and starred in called Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em: The Movie (1990), in which he also plays the charismatic preacher character named "Reverend Pressure". Nonetheless, as a tribute to his faith, Hammer vowed/promised to dedicate at least one song on each album to God.

During 1991, Hammer was featured on the single "The Blood" from the BeBe & CeCe Winans album, Different Lifestyles. In 1992, the song peaked at No. 8 on the Christian charts.

Hammer later reaffirmed his beliefs in October 1997, and began a television ministry called M.C. Hammer and Friends on the Trinity Broadcasting Network, as well as appearing on Praise the Lord programs where he went public about his devotion to ministry as an ordained minister. Hammer officiated at the celebrity weddings of actor Corey Feldman and Susie Sprague on October 30, 2002 (as seen on VH1's The Surreal Life), and also at Mötley Crüe's Vince Neil and Lia Gerardini's wedding in January 2005.

During an interview on TBN (between 1997 and 1998), Hammer claimed he adopted the "M.C." back into his name which now stood for 'Man of Christ'. Hammer continued to preach while still making music, running a social media business and television show, and devotes time to prison and youth ministries.

From 2009 to 2010, Hammer joined Jaeson Ma at a crusade in Asia. Minister and mentor to Ma for more than a decade, Hammer assisted and co-starred in his documentary film 1040, which explores the spread of Christianity throughout Asia.

Legacy and pop culture fame

Widely considered the first "mainstream" rapper, Hammer continues to entertain while sharing his legacy with other rappers (as cited on BET.com). Hammer became a fixture of the television airwaves and the big screen, with his music being used in many popular shows, movies and commercials still to this day. Hammer appeared in major marketing campaigns for companies to the point that he was criticized as a "sellout", including commercials for British Knights during the height of his career. The shoe company signed him to a $138 million deal.

Hammer's impression on the music industry appeared almost instantaneous, as Digital Underground's rap "The Humpty Dance," which was released when Hammer was still early in his career, included the lyrics "People say ya look like M.C. Hammer on crack, Humpty!", boasting about Hammer's showmanship versus Humpty Hump (Shock G)'s inability to match it in dance. Additionally, Hammer had several costly videos, two in particular were "Too Legit to Quit" or "2 Legit 2 Quit" (in which many celebrities appeared) and "Here Comes the Hammer".

Hammer is well-known for his fashion style during the late 80s and early 90s. Hammer would tour, perform and record with his hype man 2 Bigg MC or Too Big (releasing a song in which he claimed "He's the King of the Hype"). This duo introduced the "shiny suit" and popularized Hammer pants to mainstream America, as seen in videos such as "(Hammer Hammer) They Put Me In A Mix", in which Hammer also claimed Too Big was the "King of Hype" and in an unspoken competition with Flavor Flav (hype man for Public Enemy) during the height of their careers.

Hammer also established a children's foundation, which first started in Hammer's own community, called Help The Children (HTC was named after and based on his song by the same name which included a music video with a storyline from his film Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em: The Movie).

A Sesame Street segment features Elmo taking on the persona of MC Hammer; nicknaming himself "MC Elmo" and along with two backup singers they rap a song about the number five called "Five Jive".

In 1994, British TV presenter Mark Lamarr interrupted Hammer repeatedly with Hammer's catch phrase ("Stop! Hammer Time!") in an interview filmed for The Word, which he took in good humour. He claimed Hammer was a "living legend". It was also within this interview that Hammer explained the truth about his relationship with "gangsta rap" and that he was merely changing with the times, not holding onto his old image nor becoming a "hardcore gangsta". By some accounts, this change contributed to his decline in popularity.

In 2005, Hammer appeared in a commercial for Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company which made a humorous reference to his career. First he is shown in his distinctive clothing with his dance troupe performing "U Can't Touch This" in front of a mansion representative of his former house with a monogram H on the gable. Then there is silence and a screen card saying "Fifteen Minutes Later" appears with a view of Hammer sadly sitting on the curb in front of the same house as a crane removes the monogram H and tow trucks pull away sports cars that were parked in front. After a large "Foreclosed" sign appears, the voiceover said "Life comes at you fast. Be ready with Nationwide!"

In 2006, M.C. Hammer's music catalog (approximately 40,000 songs) was sold to the music company Evergreen/BMG for nearly $3 million. Evergreen explained that the collection was "some of the best-selling and most popular rap songs of all time." Speaking for Evergreen Copyrights, David Schulhof stated the songs "will emerge as a perfect fit for licensing in movies, television shows, and corporate advertising." According to VH1, "Hammer was on the money. Hit singles and videos like "U Can't Touch This" and "Too Legit To Quit" created a template of lavish performance values that many rap artists still follow today."

In March 2009, Ellen DeGeneres made plans for Hammer to be on her show (The Ellen DeGeneres Show) after he contacted her via Twitter.

Hammer continues to give media interviews, such as being a guest on Chelsea Lately (June 16, 2009), where he discussed his relationship with Vanilla Ice, his stint on The Surreal Life, his show Hammertime, his family, his mansion, about him being in shape, his positive financial status and other "colorful topics" (subliminal jokes) regarding his baggy pants.

In 2010, Rick Ross released "MC Hammer" from the Teflon Don album which samples Hammer's "2 Legit 2 Quit".

To celebrate Hammer's 50th birthday, San Francisco game maker Zynga offered up some recent player's Draw Something drawings from his fans. Other sources/services offered "props" on behalf of his special occasion and to show appreciation for his memorable persona/gimmicks used during the peak of his career.

In 2012, Slaughterhouse released a single called "Hammer Dance", along with a video. "Hammer Dance" was the lead single from the Welcome to: Our House album.

During the 2013 Oakland Athletics season, the "2 Legit 2 Quit" music video played on the Diamond Vision in between innings, usually during the middle of the 8th inning. The video featured prominent players from the San Francisco Bay Area's sports championships, such as former A's players Jose Canseco and hall of fame inductee Rickey Henderson.

Influences and effect

M.C. Hammer's career in rap and entertainment has influenced and been influenced by such artists as: Kool Moe Dee, Big Daddy Kane, James Brown, Prince, Michael Jackson, Kurtis Blow, Earth, Wind & Fire, Rick James, Doug E. Fresh (who joined Hammer's Bust It Records label in 1992 and issued the album Doin' What I Gotta Do with the track "Bustin' Out (On Funk)" sampling the Rick James single "Bustin' Out") & The Get Fresh Crew (Barry Bee and Chill Will), Run-DMC and Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five.

Hammer was followed by related musicians: Will Smith, dc Talk, BB Jay, Diddy (aka "Puffy" or "Puff Daddy"), Young MC, B Angie B, M.C. Brains, MC Breed, Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch, C+C Music Factory, Mystikal, Bell Biv DeVoe, Kris Kross, Ho Frat Hoo! and Oaktown's 357.

Hammer also influenced the music industry with pop culture catchphrases and slang.

Some critics complained of a lack of originality in Hammer's early productions. Entertainment Weekly described "U Can't Touch This" as 'shamelessly copying its propulsive riff from Rick James ("Super Freak"). Hammer admits, "When I look at Puffy with a choir, I say, 'Sure that's a take-off of what I do."

Notable feuds/beefs Hammer had with other rappers include: LL Cool J, Vanilla Ice, Too Short, Redman, 3rd Bass, Jay-Z, Eminem, A Tribe Called Quest and Run-DMC. Several diss tracks were featured on The Funky Headhunter.

Award recipient, appearances and recognition

Throughout the years, Hammer has been awarded for his music, videos and choreography. He has sold more than 50 million records worldwide. He has won three Grammy Awards (one with Rick James and Alonzo Miller) for Best Rhythm and Blues Song (1990), Best Rap Solo (1990) and Best Music Video: Long Form (1990) taken from Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em: The Movie. He also received eight American Music Awards, a People's Choice Award, an NAACP Image Awards and the Billboard Diamond Award (the first for a hip hop artist).

The International Album of the Year validated Hammer's talent as a world-class entertainer. Additionally, Hammer was also honored with a Soul Train Music Award (Sammy Davis, Jr. Award for Entertainer of the Year) in 1991. He has also been a presenter/performer at Soul Train's Music Awards several times, including The 5th Annual Soul Train Music Awards (1991), The 9th Annual Soul Train Music Awards (1995) and Soul Train's 25th Anniversary (1995).

Hammer appeared on gospel music's Stellar Awards show in 1997 and spoke of his renewed commitment to God. In the same interview, he promised to unveil the "second leg" of his career.

In the 2005 MTV Video Music Awards, Hammer made a surprise appearance in the middle of the show with best friend Jermaine Jackson.

On June 12, 2008, Hammer gave his support to Warren Beatty by attending the 36th AFI Life Achievement Awards. In August 2008, at the World Hip Hop Dance Championships, Hammer won a Living Legends of Hip Hop Award from Hip Hop International in Las Vegas.

Hammer, Gary Vaynerchuk, Shaquille O'Neal and Rick Sanchez (host) celebrated the Best of Twitter in Brooklyn at the first Shorty Awards on February 11, 2009, which honored the top short-form content creators on Twitter. In September 2009, Hammer made the "accomplishment appearance" in Zombie Apocalypse for the downloadable Smash TV/Left 4 Dead hybrid for the Xbox 360. Hammer attended the 2009 Soul Train Music Awards which aired on BET November 29, 2009.

On January 5, 2010, Hammer (along with Alyssa Milano and others) was a member of panel judges for the Real-Time Academy of Short Form Arts & Sciences at the Second Annual Shorty Awards. On October 2 (televised October 12), Hammer opened the 2010 BET Hip Hop Awards performing "2 Legit 2 Quit" in Atlanta along with Rick Ross, Diddy and DJ Khaled (all performing together during "MC Hammer" from the Teflon Don album as well).

With over 2.6 million Twitter followers in 2010, his contribution to social media and as a co-founder of his own Internet businesses (such as DanceJam.com), Hammer was announced as the recipient of the first Gravity Summit Social Media Marketer of the Year Award. The award was presented to him at the 3rd Annual Gravity Summit on February 22, 2011 at the UCLA Covel Commons.

At the 40th American Music Awards in November 2012, Hammer danced to a mashup of "Gangnam Style" and "2 Legit 2 Quit" along with South Korean pop star Psy, both wearing his signature Hammer pants. The collaboration was released on iTunes. The performance idea with Hammer came from Psy's management. They both performed it together again on December 31, 2012 during Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest.

Hammer received the George and Ira Gershwin Award for Lifetime Musical Achievement (not to be mistaken for the Gershwin Prize), presented during the UCLA Spring Sing in Pauley Pavilion on May 17, 2013.

Tours and concerts

Notable tours and concerts include: A Spring Affair Tour (1989), Summer Jam '89 (1989), Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em World Tour (1990 & 1991), Lawlor Events Center at University of Nevada, Reno (1990-2017), Too Legit World Tour (1992), Red, White, and Boom (2003), The Bamboozle Festival (2007), Hardly Strictly Bluegrass (2008–2013), McKay Events Center with Vanilla Ice (2009), Illinois State Fair with Boyz II Men (2011), MusicFest (2012), Jack's Seventh Show at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre (2012), Kool & the Gang Superjam at Outside Lands (2014) and Hammer's All-star House Party Tour (2019).

Discography

Feel My Power (1986)

Let's Get It Started (1988)

Please Hammer, Don't Hurt 'Em (1990)

Too Legit to Quit (1991)

The Funky Headhunter (1994)

Inside Out (1995)

Family Affair (1998)

Active Duty (2001)

Full Blast (2004)

Look Look Look (2006)

DanceJamtheMusic (2009)

[papermoonloveslucy]

BOB HOPE

May 29, 1903 - July 27, 2003

Bob Hope was born Lesley Townes Hope in England in 1903. During his extensive career (in virtually all forms of media) he received five honorary Academy Awards. After a brief marriage to his vaudeville partner Grace Troxell, he wed singer and actress Dolores Read, with whom he adopted four children. Although they stayed together for the rest of his life, their marriage was not always an easy one, with Hope having a reputation as a womanizer, and constantly his constant travel for performances.  He was so busy on screen and off that he was facetiously dubbed “Rapid Robert”. 

Aside from his collaboration with Lucille Ball, he was known for his partnership with crooner Bing Crosby on the “Road” films, his devotion to the USO, and his love of golf.     

In 1945, Desi Arnaz was the orchestra leader on Bob Hope’s NBC radio show. 

HOPE (about Lucy and Desi): “Lips and hands were all over one and another. I never saw a couple loving each other more after Bogie and Bacall.”

Ball and Hope had made four feature films together: Sorrowful Jones (1949), Fancy Pants (1950), The Facts of Life (1960), and Critic’s Choice (1963). 

Hope and Ball first collaborated on television on September 14, 1950 on the third installment of “The Star-Spangled Revue”, Hope’s first regular television program.  Lucy played the mayor of NYC and Bob her henpecked husband. 

Kicking off season six of “I Love Lucy” in October 1956, Bob Hope guest-starred as as himself. The story was built around the real-life fact that Hope was part owner of the Cleveland Indians Baseball team.  

Two weeks later, in one of TV’s first network cross-overs, the entire cast of “I Love Lucy” appeared on “The Bob Hope Chevy Show”. The premise of the sketch (later colorized for home video) supposed that Bob, instead of Desi, married Lucy and became her bandleader husband on the sitcom.  

In October 1959, Lucy and Hope were two of many celebrities paying tribute to “Eleanor Roosevelt on Her Diamond Jubilee” aired as part of “Sunday Showcase” on NBC. 

On January 10, 1960, Hope and Ball were two of the stars profiled in “Hedda Hopper’s Hollywood.”  Lucille is seen in front of her Desilu Playhouse on the backlot. Standing amid a pile of suitcases, Bob Hope talks about Hollywood in general, presenting almost a monologue on the subject. 

Hope:“Hedda has a fabulous fund of Hollywood knowledge. She has to wear those big hats to keep the secrets from leaking out.”

On February 15, 1961, Ball served as a presenter on “The Bob Hope Buick Sports Show.” Boxer Floyd Patterson could not attend the ceremony on the West Coast, so Hope shows footage of Lucille Ball presenting him the award on the East Coast, where she was appearing in Wildcat on Broadway.

On October 24, 1962 Bing Crosby and Juliet Prowse joined Lucy for “The Bob Hope Show”. In a sketch, Lucille plays a District Attorney and Bob a gangster named Bugsy.

During the “Bob Hope Special: TV Guide Awards” on April 14, 1963, Lucille Ball is nominated for Favorite Female Performer. Ball is not present so a still photo of her is shown instead. The winner is Carol Burnett.  

On a May 5, 1963 “Toast of the Town” (aka “The Ed Sullivan Show”) from New York City, Bob Hope and Lucille Ball promote their new movie Critic’s Choice. 

The pair continued their Critic’s Choice promotion tour that same day (May 5, 1963) by appearing on “What’s My Line?”  This would be their last film together and one they both considered a failure.

On April 19, 1964, Hope and Ball teamed for a CBS Comedy Special titled “Mr. and Mrs.” in which they played themselves and a husband and wife acting team.  

Hope made a cameo appearance in "The Lucy Show” (TLS S3;E2) on September 28, 1964, that starred Jack Benny as a plumber with hidden talents. 

In “Bob Hope Presents Chrysler Theatre: Have Girls, Will Travel” on October 16, 1964, Lucille Ball does a cameo as Hope’s wife in a cast of ‘girls’ that includes Jill St. John, Marilyn Maxwell, and Rhonda Fleming.

“A Bob Hope Comedy Special: Bob Hope’s Leading Ladies” on September 28, 1966, Lucile Ball played herself and arrived in Bob Hope’s bedroom on a chauffeur-driven adult-size tricycle! During their scene, old friends Ball and Hope continually crack each other up.   

“Jack Benny’s Carnival Nights” (March 20, 1968) featured both Ball and Hope, although they did not share any scenes together.  

Bob Hope was there when Lucille Ball won her fourth (and final) competitive Emmy Award on a May 19, 1968 telecast from The Hollywood Palladium. Don Adams and Bill Cosby also won.

“The Dean Martin Christmas Special” (December 19,1968) featured many celebrities including Hope and Ball in (separate) cameos. Lucy promises that the kids at the City of Hope Medical Center will have a Merry Christmas.

Bob Hope, Lucille Ball (and dozens of other stars) make guest appearances on “The Dean Martin Show” sixth season opener on September 17, 1970. 

On “Jack Benny’s 20th Anniversary Show” (November 16, 1970) Lucy plays Benny’s maid, Janet. Bob does a monologue about Benny but does not share the screen with Lucille Ball. 

That same date (November 16, 1970) Ball appeared on “The Bob Hope Show: Bringing Back Vaudeville.” Bob plays a hypnotist who takes Lucy out of the audience to be his stooge.  

“Swing Out, Sweet Land” (November 29, 1970) was a star-studded patriotic special featuring Lucille Ball (voice of the Statue of Liberty) and Bob Hope entertaining the troops - at Valley Forge!    

“Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Jack Benny* But Were Afraid To Ask” (March 10, 1971) featured Bob Hope in a quick cameo as a juggler and Lucille Ball plays a star-struck young Goldwyn Girl seduced by leading man Benny. 

Ball and Hope were both recognized with plaques on “Zenith Presents: A Salute to Television’s 25th Anniversary” on September 10, 1972.

An October 12, 1973 episode of “The Merv Griffin Show” is a Salute to Lucille Ball featuring her husband and children, and her two most famous male co-stars, Bob Hope and Gale Gordon.

On “Show Business Salute to Milton Berle” (December 4, 1973), the Friars Club celebrate Berle’s 60 years in entertainment. Sammy Davis Jr. hosts with guests Lucille Ball and Bob Hope.

In “The Bob Hope Christmas Special” aired on December 9, 1973, Lucille Ball played herself, thinking that Bob is buying her expensive presents because he is in love with her.  

Naturally, Hope is on the dais for the “Dean Martin Celebrity Roast of Lucille Ball” on February 7, 1975. 

Bob Hope: “Lucy’s always doing nice things. Even though she’s not with Desi anymore she got him a job as a dialogue coach on ‘Chico and the Man’.”

“Bob Hope’s World of Comedy” (October 29, 1969) naturally included Lucille Ball. 

“NBC: The First Fifty Years” (November 26, 1976) was a four and a half hour extravaganza that featured NBC’s biggest star Bob Hope, but somehow also included CBS star Lucille Ball, four years before she would leap over to the peacock network.

Two days, later (November 28, 1976) “CBS Salutes Lucy: The First 25 Years” includes Hope singing his signature song “Thanks for the Memory” with special lyrics about Lucy.

“Bob Hope’s All-Star Comedy Tribute to Vaudeville” (March 25, 1977) featured Lucy and Bob in a sketch titled “The Housecleaners”....

... as well as one titled “The Hospital” in which Lucille Ball is the clumsy Dr. Spinebender and Bob Hope is a heavily bandaged patient. 

On April 15, 1977, “Dinah!” presented “Bob Hope: The Road to Hollywood” with Dinah Shore welcoming guests Lucille Ball, Rosemary Clooney, Jane Russell, Rhonda Fleming, and Dorothy Lamour.

“A Tribute To Mr. Television Milton Berle” (March 26, 1978) included testimonials from Lucille Ball and Bob Hope. 

Lucille Ball took to the Kennedy Center stage to say “Happy Birthday Bob” on May 29, 1978. 

LUCY: “I starred with Bob in four pictures and they were all fun, frantic, and foolish.”

John Wayne hosted "General Electric’s All-Star Anniversary” which recalls the music, song, and comedy of the past 100 years and marked the one-hundredth anniversary of the General Electric Company with stars such as Lucille Ball and Bob Hope. 

Lucille Ball is guest-host on “The Mike Douglas Show” and they interview stars that include Bob Hope (November 3, 1978). 

“Bob Hope Salutes the Ohio Jubilee” (December 3, 1978) has Lucy in a flimsy negligee to get her husband’s (Hope) attention during a football game. 

“The Annual Friars Club Tribute Presents a Salute to Johnny Carson” on May 6, 1979 was a testimonial dinner at Waldorf-Astoria with Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, Kirk Douglas and, of course, Ed McMahon. Lucy was accompanied by her husband and daughter.

After three decades on rival networks, Lucy joins Hope as an employee of the National Broadcast Corporation (NBC), kicking things off with this special: “Lucy Moves To NBC” on February 8, 1980.

“Bob Hope’s 30th Anniversary Television Special” took place on January 18, 1981.  It was a retrospect of Hope’s first 30 years on TV. Celebrating with Bob were guests Lucille Ball, Milton Berle, Danny Thomas, George Burns, Glen Campbell, Sammy Davis Jr., and many more.

On February 26, 1982, “The John Davidson Show” featured both Bob Hope and Lucille Ball.

Hope takes a look back at the beautiful and funny women he has worked with over the years. Lucille Ball and more than 60 of Bob’s co-stars are presented in studio segments, as well as television and film excerpts in “Bob Hope’s Women I Love - Beautiful But Funny” aired on February 28, 1982.

“On the Road to Hollywood - Part II” (March 2, 1983)  was a tribute to Hope’s film career, with clips from many of his films and appearances by many of his female co-stars, including Lucille Ball, Dorothy Lamour, Martha Rae, Jane Russell and others.

Hope returns to the site of his 75th Birthday Special, the Kennedy Center, for another three hour special with Lucille Ball, George Burns, Kathryn Crosby, George C. Scott, and Jim Henson in “Happy Birthday, Bob: A Salute to Bob Hope’s 80th Birthday” on May 23, 1983.

“Who Makes The World Laugh? - Part II” on April 4, 1984, answered the question in the title by presenting Lucille Ball and Hope together!  

Hall of Fame winner Lucille Ball and Governor’s Award recipient Bob Hope are  presenters at the “36th Primetime Emmy Awards” on September 23, 1984. 

“Bob Hope’s Unrehearsed Antics of the Stars” (September 28, 1984) found Lucille Ball recounting her disastrous audition for the role of Scarlet O’Hara in the 1939 film Gone With The Wind.

Lucille Ball makes a cameo appearance in “Bob Hopes Buys NBC?” on September 17, 1985.

An “All Star Party for Clint Eastwood” on November 30, 1986, features former honoree Lucille Ball and Bob Hope paying homage to Eastwood. 

Lucille Ball and Bob Hope were part of an all-star cast for “Happy 100th Birthday, Hollywood” on May 18, 1987. This was a two-hour special on ABC TV that won an Emmy for editing.

On the deck of an aircraft carrier, Bob Hope salutes the US Air Force’s 40th anniversary. Lucy and Bob sing “I Remember It Well” in “Bob Hope’s High-Flying Birthday Extravaganza” aired on May 25, 1987.

“America’s Tribute to Bob Hope” on January 2, 1988 - to celebrate the opening of the Bob Hope Cultural Center at Palm Springs, Lucille Ball and dozens of friends gather and offer comedy and musical performances to honor the building's namesake.

On May 16, 1988, Bob Hope celebrates the 85th of his 100 birthdays in “Happy Birthday, Bob: 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years at NBC.” Lucille Ball sings “Comedy Ain’t No Joke,” her last ‘performance’ on television before her death. 

Lucille Ball’s final appearance was at “The 1989 Oscars” on March 29, 1989, appropriately alongside Bob Hope. They introduce a performance by ‘the stars of tomorrow. Lucy appears to be enjoying herself immensely, giggling at all Bob Hope’s jokes. 

After Ball’s passing, Hope hosted “Bob Hope’s Love Affair With Lucy”, a tribute which aired on September 23, 1989. Hope invited such stars as Betty White, George Burns, Danny Thomas, and even Kirk Cameron, to pay tribute to the Queen of Comedy. 

“100 Years of Hope and Humor” on April 23, 2003 was the last television appearance by Bob Hope. This tribute aired 29 days before his 100th birthday and 95 days before he passed away.

HOPE (on turning 100): “I don't feel old. In fact, I don't feel anything until noon. Then it's time for my nap.”

Thanks for the memories, Bob. RIP

[atimefordragons]

IN THE NAME OF THE MOON, I SHALL PUNISH YOU! || EHS

☾♔; May 19, 2020 ☾♔; 2:19am ☾♔; sotd: Man of the World (Takanashi Yasuharu) ☾♔; cotd: Kuruma ☾♔; Elite Highschool ☾♔; Audition

𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Sailor Moon, the Champion of Justice!

𝐀 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐞 (𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟎): Finally done, I'm soz for taking so long! I've just been Narutoing. He's my boy, dattebayo!  

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𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐒

➤TITLE: S̶p̶o̶r̶t̶y̶ ̶S̶p̶i̶c̶e̶  The Sports Star ➤OC NAME: Katarina Văduva ➤AGE: 16   ➤BIRTHPLACE: Brăila, Romania ➤BIRTHDAY: December 31 ➤FACE CLAIM: Bruna Marquezine ➤USERNAME: @.dracarysbitch

𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘

➤LIKES: football (soccer, not the american one), eurovision (obvs), tennis, volleyball, basketball, ice hockey, figure skating, anime, manga (loves shoujo, but would rather die than admit it), a song of ice and fire (of course), russian literature (tolstoy is a fav ofc), winter, blizards, snowstorms, fresh snow, sweet foods, video games (dragon age, assassin's creed, the witcher, until dawn, pokemon), sailor moon, pink, blue, stitch, disney (sleeping beauty is her fave, even though she doesn't really match her personality, it's more that her parents gave her away for her safety, and Kat used to imagine it was the same for herself when she was a kid), space, faberge eggs, sanrio (her favourites are Kuromi and Pandausa)

➤DISLIKES: sasuke uchiha (fucking bitch), supercilious people, the lodge (lol, grow up you fucking losers), shows that go on forever and never end (please, please just end), shows that have shit endings, game of thrones (fucking dumbfucks), americans, right-wing politics (it's so stupid, just grow a heart), religion (what a scam), being alone (either physically or with her thoughts, let's bury that shit), losing, being wrong, having to concede any ground on any matter whatsoever, not knowing things

➤HOBBIES: anything that is physical (fucking jocks, amirite?), she's loves going for jogs (can't relate - secretly naruto runs during night time jogs 'cause no one can see her being lame), and playing streetball, etc. watching anime, reading manga, ranting on the interwebs about her shows and books (in general she avoids the bigger internet drama 'cause it's stupid, but sometimes you gotta put a bitch in their place, 'CAUSE DAENERYS IS THE PRINCE THAT WAS PROMISED, FUCK YOU!), watching reruns of pro-games (can't relate, so boring)  

➤STRENGTHS: determined, perseverant (is that even a word?), passionate, relentless, protective, observant, straightforward (usually ends up insulting people though, so it's more of a weakness tbh), goal-oriented, independent, self-reliant, has enough self-awareness to not go off on weeb/otaku interests in front of most people, but if it's like a "smart" anime, she'll discuss it (like Death Note, she's not gonna fucking admit to still loving Naruto at this age, shut up), diligent, loyal, a bad bitch (lol, not so much, but she likes being perceived as a strong girl who can and will stab you with her stiletto. the image only lasts for a few seconds, she more just comes off as rude).

➤WEAKNESSES: stubborn, very blunt, which tends to come off as brash and rude, though she's not always intending to be mean, despite that rude, blunt nature, she's also a bit tsundere, and struggles admitting her to deeper feelings. Gets flustered when complimented (outside of sports, there she's fine 'cause I'm the best bitches, or so she says), and she just can't admit it when she needs someone, whether it be a friend or romantic interest, especially if it's a romantic interest, 'cause she's also of the mind of who needs a boyfriend when there's food? while she's observant when it comes to changes in people's behaviour, she in general lacks the capacity to act well on her observations, and is awkward when trying to comfort someone or cheer them up. When it comes to her own feels, part from rage, annoyance, or "Jock Mode", she can barely admit to them, let alone discuss them with other. Speaking of "Jock Mode", she is competitive AF, somewhat dismissive (this usually only comes out in games, but she tends to ignore weaker opponents in search of stronger ones who pose a challenge). Also tends to display some arrogance in the sports she's most talented it, particularly volleyball. It's not quite a personality flaw, but she's weak for loving parents, or just a loving family in general (in life and when watching movies, it makes her fucking cry every time, which really puts a damper on her tough girl image, it's not usually a visible one, but she can't hide the longing in her face when she watches a parent and their child being a normal, happy family). Definitely has tunnel-vision, once she has a goal in sight, that's all she sees. Can even be paired down to dumb things, like C-grade trashy alien movies. She tends to notice only the aliens and revel in their destruction, while ignoring everything else, including the plot. Has plenty of issues; abandonment, trust, ptsd - none of which she is dealing with. She's just ignoring it and hopes it goes away once she becomes a cool, reliable adult™️ (lol, good luck that, adult life is a lie).

𝐁𝐈𝐎

➤SHORT BIO: Katarina is half-Brazillian, half-Russian, though she is under the assumption that she is Romanian, she is biological the daughter of Vasily Raevsky, a Russian Oligarch, and Xuxa Amalia Reis Moreno, a Brazilian businesswoman and all round bad bitch. For reasons unknown to her, Katarina was in effect abandoned at birth and placed in a Romanian orphanage in Brăila, which is also presumed to be her birthplace. Her birth certificate lists both parents as unknown, the orphanage named her. Having no parents or known family, and raised in an orphanage has given Kat many self-reliant skills, and allows her to live independently, but it has also left her with a deep sense of loneliness (not to mention PTSD 'cause Romanian Orphan life is a nightmare). She recognizes that much of her yearning is still childish fantasy, and often covers up that desire with her brash nature or jock hobbies.

Growing up in the orphanage was... not easy. The Brăila Home for Children was not the best, to say the least. Though it could've been worse (*shudders at the case of the Sighetu Marmației institution for disabled children* - do better Romania, oh my god). The orphanage was under and poorly staffed. They would often neglect and abuse the children, one year shaving every childs head so they all looked the same, and often chaining rowdy children to their beds. During Katarina's time, many of her fellow orphans died from minor illness or injuries such as cataracts or anemia, which were treated poorly or simply ignored, and a number also starved to death. Because of this, Katarina has a habit of hoarding food, and keeping snacks under her pillow. She also has difficulty sharing, and despises headboards that are railed(? the ones with gaps, idk what to call them).

When she was around eleven, the orphanage received ample anonymous donations, leading to much improvement, and the arrival of a new Director, Ileana Cojocaru, who, over time, earned the trust of Kat and her fellow orphans, and became something of a surrogate mother. Ileana did a nearly complete staff overturn (fun side note, some of the staff, especially those who harmed Kat have gone missing in the past few years, coincidence? no), as well as hiring accomplished childcare professionals from all over the world to help the children. It was Ileana who sparked Kat's, or rather Rina as Ileana called her,  interest in sports, though Ileana was more into football herself, she encourage Kat to explore whatever she wanted, though particularly team sports so that Kat could foster dependent relations. Kat herself particularly enjoyed volleyball, joining a little league team and winning a number of competitions. Due to her skill both in setting and spiking, she usually plays in the Opposite Hitter position.

Katarina entered EHS in Highschool, on what she assumed to be the Elite's scholarship program, arranged by Ileana, who even said as such, though in truth, her entry and tuition are all being handled by an anonymous benefactor. This fact was revealed to Kat last summer after Ileana died (of p̶l̶o̶t̶ ̶d̶i̶s̶e̶a̶s̶e̶ cancer), whose lawyer was put in charge of the bank accounts meant to pay for all of Kat's needs. The lawyer refused to divulge whom the anonymous benefactor is, citing a non-disclosure clause, though the need to discover who has given Kat a whole new mission in life.

➤FAMILY: On Katarina's part, she doesn't believe she has one, though she does consider Ileana to be her family, and has grown to care somewhat about her fellow orphans from the Brăila Home, while growing up they were rivals struggling to survive. Ileana's death devastated her, and she's dealing with it by straight up ignoring it. Lol, I'm not sad, my eyes are just glistening with the ghosts of my past.

Biologically, despite her complete lack of knowledge of it, Kat comes from rather a rather illustrious family. Her mother, Xuxa Amalia Reis Moreno, is a Brazilian Businesswoman, herself the daughter of a self-made millionaire, Xuxa is expanded the Moreno parent company, MC Inc., an oil and mineral company in origin, into numerous side ventures, owning and operating businesses ranging from restaurants to magazines and clothing lines. Her father meanwhile, Vasily Raevsky, is of the (former) noble House of Raevsky, now oligarchs in modern-day Russia, who virtually control Russia's diamond and precious stone industry, currently owning controlling shares of ALROSA, the largest diamond mining company in Russia, and accounting for 95% of the countries diamond production, as well as 27% of the global diamond extraction, and the House of Fabergé, which they purchased after the fall of the Soviet Union. If she remained in the care of either of her parents, her name would technically be Katarina Vasilyevna Moreno Raevskaya, which is a fun and utterly useless fact.

Her parents met at a rich people conference (idk, Davos or some shit like that) and engaged in a short lived affair. Her father was already married and could not accept her, and her mother had no interest in being a mother at all, let alone a single one, leading to them choosing to give her up in Romania, an arbitrary choice that fucked her up, lol.

Via her father, she has an elder brother, Viktor Vasilyevich Raevsky, who is in fact her anonymous benefactor. Viktor discovered her existence after Vasily had an accident and was close to death, so he confessed his sins and what not. Viktor eventually tracked her down and sought to improve her life. Though he wants to bring her into the family, he doesn't for the sake of his mother who cannot deal with the affair, though she refuses to divorce Vasily for appearances sake.

𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐑𝐀

➤MOODBOARD: https://tinyurl.com/y8a2gjy8 ➤SCHOOL WARDROBE/AESTHETICS: https://tinyurl.com/ycodubrb ➤PLAYLIST: https://tinyurl.com/y6wwmp74

➤TOP 3 CHARACTER PICKS: the Sports Star, the Princess, The Rebel(de) <-- lol, see what I did there? I'm so funny.

[antagonistchanremade]

I’ve got a personal glossary of Stand Types that I generally refer to when discussing anything Jojo, particularly JJBAME.

HUMANOID STAND: Stands with a Humanoid appearance. Humanoid Stands also typically fall under the Close-Range, Long-Range, and Automatic categories (usually Close-Range). Injuries to Humanoid Stands are typically reflected on the user, though Automatic Humanoid Stands are nearly always exceptions. EXAMPLES: Star Platinum, Crazy Diamond, Gold Experience, Stone Free, Tusk (Act 4), Soft & Wet

NON-HUMANOID STAND: Stands with a plant- or animal-like appearance, or something else along those lines. Non-Humanoid Stands, like Humanoid Stands, also typically fall under Close-Range, Long-Range, or Automatic. EXAMPLES: Hermit Purple, Tusk (Acts 1-3), Echoes (Act 1), Aerosmith

TOOL STAND: Stands that take the form of an object that the user can operate. Not to be confused with Bound Stands, as Tool Stands are still capable of being summoned and unsummoned and can sometimes follow the usual "non-Stand users can't see them" rules. EXAMPLES: Emperor, Beach Boy, Cream Starter (Maybe? It’s officially listed as a Bound Stand, but it could be interpreted as a Tool Stand instead…)

CLOSE-RANGE STAND: Stands that can't travel far from their user, but tend to have high Destructive Power. EXAMPLES: Hermit Purple, Star Platinum, Crazy Diamond, Gold Experience, Stone Free, Soft & Wet

LONG-RANGE STAND: Stands that can travel farther from their user and tend to have higher precision, but also tend to have low Destructive Power. EXAMPLES: Heirophant Green, Red Hot Chili Pepper, Highway Star, Civil War, Tusk

AUTOMATIC STAND: Stands that aren't directly controlled by the user, but rather, follow a set of pre-defined instructions. They tend to have unlimited range, but are burdened by their limited "programming". EXAMPLES: Sheer Heart Attack, Black Sabbath, Baby Face

POSTHUMOUS STAND: A subtype of Automatic Stands. They can persist after their user's death. EXAMPLES: Anubis, Notorious B.I.G., Milagro Man, Remote Romance, Stray Cat, Atom Heart Father (depending on your definition of “death”)

BOUND STAND: Stands that, rather than taking a physical form themselves, are BOUND to a physical object (making them universally exceptions to the usual "non-Stand users can't see them" rules). They are often basically indestructible as a result. EXAMPLES: The Fool (bound to sand), Strength (bound to a ship), Wheel of Fortune (bound to a car), Surface (bound to a doll), Heaven’s Door (bound to Rohan’s drawings), Super Fly (bound to a transmission tower), Atom Heart Father (bound to a camera and its pictures)

INTEGRATED STAND: A subtype of Bound Stands. What makes them unique compared to other Bound Stands is that the object they are bound to is their own user. EXAMPLES: Khnum, Love Deluxe, Achtung Baby, Earth Wind and Fire (if it even is a Stand), Scary Monsters (as used by Diego), Sethan (if you count the user’s shadow as part of the user)

ARMOR STAND: Stands that take the form of "armor" around their user. EXAMPLES: White Album, Oasis

SHARED STAND: Stands that are shared between multiple users somehow. EXAMPLES: Ratt, Tattoo You, Tomb of the Boom

COLONY STAND: Stands that take the form of multiple beings. Sometimes they reflect damage on the user as usual, sometimes they reflect damage at a lesser rate, and sometimes, they don't reflect damage at all. EXAMPLES: Bad Company, Pearl Jam, Harvest, Sex Pistols, Metallica, Survivor, Les Feuilles, Brain Storm

SENTIENT STAND: Stands that have minds and personalities of their own, though not necessarily ENTIRELY separate from their user. EXAMPLES: Anubis, Echoes (Act 3), Cheap Trick, Sex Pistols, Spice Girl, Foo Fighters, Hey Ya!

EVOLVED STAND: Stands that change over time. EXAMPLES: Star Platinum - The World, Killer Queen - Bites the Dust, C-Moon, Made in Heaven, Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap

ACT STAND: A subtype of Evolved Stands. Each incarnation of the Stand is called an "ACT", with each ACT having a more intricate appearance and more developed ability than the previous one. Often, the user can still summon the earlier ACTS even after later ACTS have been unlocked. EXAMPLES: Echoes, Tusk

REQIUEM STAND: A subtype of Evolved Stands. When a Stand is pierced by the Arrow, they become significantly more powerful, and have the suffix "Requiem" added to their name. EXAMPLES: Silver Chariot Requiem, Gold Experience Requiem

PHENOMENON STAND: Stands that simply have no form whatsoever, even a Bound or Integrated one, and simply manifest as supernatural phenomena. EXAMPLES: Burning Down the House, Tenore Sax (potentially), Limp Bizkit

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