#mark matejka

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Mark Matejka (left) and Gary Rossington of Lynyrd Skynyrd - Fivepoint Amphitheatre; Irvine, CA (8-23-19). @Skynyrd #MarkMatejka @GaryRossington3

Photo: Jeff Bliss

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Lynyrd Skynyrd Last of a Dyin’ Breed 2012 Loud & Proud ————————————————— Tracks: 01. Last of a Dyin’ Breed 02. One Day at a Time 03. Homegrown 04. Ready to Fly 05. Mississippi Blood 06. Good Teacher 07. Something to Live For 08. Life’s Twisted 09. Nothing Comes Easy 10. Honey Hole 11. Start Livin’ Life Again 12. Poor Man’s Dream 13. Do It up Right 14. Sad Song 15. Low down Dirty —————————————————

Michael Cartellone

Johnny Colt 

Peter Keys

Mark Matejka

Rickey Medlocke

Gary Rossington

Johnny van Zant

* Long Live Rock Archive

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New Title Tuesday: Graphic Novels

Land of the Dead by Brian McDonald 

There is wisdom in the land of the dead, for it is the place that all stories lay to rest. And what is a story, if not a simulation of survival?

Wielding his massive experience from film, tv, comics, and more, Brian McDonald lays out a history of storytelling and shows the reader how the best tales tug at our truest biological the need to survive. Readers will see how different forms of survival―physical, emotional, spiritual―inform the arc of character development in a way that makes them more complex and compelling. And how plot and circumstance must then force your protagonist to meet their worst nightmare. Toby Cypress’s electric art guides the reader through the underworld, visualizing each narrative masterpiece, and bringing the ideas to life.

Whether you’re in film, books, comics, or simply a story enthusiast, this book offers a way to see character development and the crafting of plot through the lens of human questions of morality and mortality.

Critical Role, The Mighty Nein Origins: Nott the Brave by Sam Maggs

When you become that which you fear most, how do you carry on?

Veth Brenatto doesn't have an exciting life, but she likes it that way. Unlike her childhood, it's safe. Predictable. And her husband and son love her almost as fiercely as she loves them. But Veth's cozy existence is turned on its head when she and her family are captured by raiders. In order to save them, Veth will commit an atrocity that will sever her from all that she loves--maybe forever--and lead her to become Nott the Brave of the Mighty Nein.

This is the fifth volume in the “Critical Role: The Mighty Nein Origins” series. 

Last on His Feet by Adrian Matejka

On the morning of July 4, 1910, thousands of boxing fans stormed a newly built stadium in Reno, Nevada, to witness an epic showdown. Jack Johnson, the world’s first Black heavyweight champion—and most infamous athlete in the world because of his race—was paired against Jim Jeffries, a former heavyweight champion then heralded as the “great white hope.” It was the height of the Jim Crow era, and spectators were eager for Jeffries to restore the racial hierarchy that Johnson had pummeled with his quick fists.

Transporting readers directly into the ring, artist Youssef Daoudi and poet Adrian Matejka intersperse dramatic boxing action with vivid flashbacks to reveal how Johnson, the self-educated son of formerly enslaved parents, reached the pinnacle of sport—all while facing down a racist justice system. Through a combination of breathtaking illustrations and striking verse, Last on His Feet honors a contentious civil rights figure who has for more than a century been denied his proper due.

Superman: Space Age by Mark Russell

Meet Clark Kent, a young reporter who just learned that the world will soon come to an end (Crisis on Infinite Earths) and there is nothing he can do to save it. Sounds like a job for his alter ego…Superman! After years of standing idle, the young man from Krypton defies the wishes of his fathers to come out to the world as the first superhero of the Space Age. As each decade passes and each new danger emerges, he wonders if this is the one that will kill him and everyone he loves. Superman realizes that even good intentions are not without their backlash as the world around him transforms into a place as determined to destroy itself as he is to save it. 

Uniting the critically acclaimed writer Mark Russell (One-Star Squadron and The Flintstones) and Eisner-winner Mike Allred (Silver Surfer and Bowie: Stardust, Rayguns & Moonage Daydreams) for the first time, this series promises fans an unforgettable journey through U.S. history and culture starring our beloved characters.

This is the first volume in the “Superman: Space Age” series. 

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ok hi here is Darling Nikki talking about her backstory to Jane Cuomo. Heart <3 [quite long so its under a cut]

"Well, I take you to know of the Italian Renaissance. If you didn't I'd be ashamed of your lack of education, but nonetheless. My mother was a courtesan- a prostitute if you want to be crude about it. But she was the damn best one in Venezia. Contrary to what one might believe, courtesans were respected members of society, especially if you were a high-ranking one. You could rival the aristocracy. But no matter what, you were still marked. you were still alienated. I was born in 1501, my father: unknown. She never wanted this path for me, and I didn't always understand why. I saw her wear these fancy gowns and accessorize with pearls, and I always thought she was the most beautiful person in the world. So I thought, 'why couldn't I be like her?'. With some time it was clear the reason why you are not seen kindly in this kind of work. Even then we had it easier than most, being able to even wear pearls were a symbol of status. My mother knew this, otherwise, she wouldn't have gotten this far. Because she knew the atrocities of people, she raised me to be an artist. She showed me paintings, poetry, writings, and music. We were in the best city for the arts, especially during the Renaissance. I learned to play the harpsichord, the piano, and the violin. I learned to paint, to write, both in prose and in verse. With that, she also taught me everything she knew. 

The most important thing she taught, though, was knowing how to use my words. The art of the charm, if you will. If you know the power of flattery, you can rule the world. I'm sure you can tell she taught me well. 

One time, I had been strolling down the street at night and met the second most peculiar man of my life. We only knew each other for a few minutes, but it completely changed me. He was sitting down in one of the cramped alleyways, and some sort of meat stew was in his hand. It was rare for a person out in the street to be eating meat, especially one who seemed to lack possessions. As I was staring, something captivated me about this environment. It felt as though death was near. He must have caught me observing, and spoke up. “Young girl, would you want some of this stew? It is warm and the meat is freshly harvested.” 

I knew better than to accept something from a stranger, but it was tempting. I kept quiet, so he spoke to me again. “I understand your hesitance, will knowing the origins of the flesh soothe you?” He spoke too formally to be normal, it was as if he was waiting for someone to hear him. I nodded, and he craned his head as if to point with his lips. I cautiously got closer to see what he was pointing at and nearly gagged. It was the now-rotting corpse of a woman, with her dress ripped, and completely disemboweled. 

I ran away then but I never got the image of that dead lady on the floor out of my head. I never told anyone about it, but it haunted me for years. 

The most peculiar man I’ve ever met appeared to me after the death of my mother. I had not taken it well, she was the only person in the world who cared for me. I was hysterical, but who wouldn’t be? He was dressed in all black, with the only color on him being his bright red horns. His eyes were hidden away but still maintained an intense stare. That man, whose name I learned to be Matejka, offered me anything at the price of my soul. If I could beat him in a fight, anything I could’ve ever wanted could be a reality. And so I accepted his deal.

I was barely alive but I won. I wasn't the most proficient in fighting, but it was something vital for survival. I wasn’t prepared to lose but I also wasn’t ready to say what I wanted. I can’t remember exactly what I said, but it must have been along the lines of “becoming an apex predator”. The last thing he told me was to stay out of the sun. That confused me, but when I tried calling out he was already gone. 

I learned what he meant very quickly though. When I was getting up in the morning, some light from the window must have seeped in. The sun burned my back and it was the most unimaginable pain possible. I must have been writhing in pain on the floor for hours. 

I had to adapt fast though. I realized I was no longer human, and now dealing with constant headaches and toothaches. I didn’t know at the time, but those were caused by me growing horns and fangs, respectively. I made multiple new discoveries, such as: no longer seeing my reflection in mirrors, I could walk on walls, having unimaginable strength and agility, and incredibly fast regeneration. But the most prominent discovery was insatiable bloodlust. I could eat normal food, but it did not nearly give me as much energy as it was supposed to. The memory of that man in the alleyway rose up again.

The first time I went out at night, I wasn’t necessarily trying to kill someone. It just became addictive. I shifted to a hunter of the night, and my legend was told. “Have you heard of the woman who hunts people at night?” was a common thing. I never planned to become this sort of creature, but the thrill of the kill fascinated me. And so I became an expert.

One night I tried eating a victim. That man in the alleyway had to do that for a reason, no? I was already drinking people’s blood, so perhaps flesh wouldn’t hurt to try at least once. And I was oh so right. Human flesh became my favorite part of each night. 

I was once approached by a courtesan, and she was pleading for my protection. She must have been desperate, but who would I be to attack my own kind? More and more courtesans learned of me, and I became their protector. If you check the archive of every single person I have eaten, I have written out their professions. Not one is a courtesan. 

When I first began killing people, it was mostly a quick attack but that began to bore me. That very same charm I learned, became my weapon. The fear in someone’s eyes after they placed their trust in me was like my alcohol. It gave me large amounts of power, and what my mother said about ruling the world with flattery was correct. 

Sometimes I wonder if my mother would be proud of who I’ve become, but I’ll never get the answer to that. I know that I am wicked, but this is where I thrive. She would understand the measures I’ve taken. Jane, darling, if you were to ask me why I just told you the most intimate parts of my life, I would not be able to give you an answer. You are the first person in 500 or so years to learn of this. So consider yourself lucky.”

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Texas Artists Eli Young Band and George Birge Lend Voices on Tender-Hearted New Tribute of Country Classic “Amy’s Back In Austin”

Hailing from Denton and Austin, Texas respectively, Eli Young Band and George Birge have teamed up to record a tender-hearted new cover of the 1994 hit song “Amy’s Back in Austin.” The melodious new single is the third release from the upcoming tribute album God Blessed Texas, which pays homage to American country music band Little Texas. The new music is available for streaming and download HERE. Superbly crafted, “Amy’s Back in Austin” tells the story of a naive young couple seeking a better life by leaving their hometown together. Unfortunately, they learn the grass isn’t always greener on the other side and end up parting ways; he heads West and suspects she’s returned home. His love for her remains and occupies his thoughts, leaving listeners with a strikingly heartfelt ballad. “Growing up, I was always a fan of Little Texas,” reveals Mike Eli – Eli Young Band. “Their songs were a huge part of country music in Texas. I was excited to be asked to sing on the record and it’s a huge honor to be part of this project.” “Little Texas was a staple in my childhood, and ‘Amy’s Back in Austin’ was an era-defining song for me,” shares George Birge. “With Eli Young Band being one of my biggest musical influences, getting to share this track with them feels like a full circle moment for me in Country music. To be asked to be a part of this tribute album is such a huge honor.” “We left Texas on a windy night In a beat-up Chevy van We loaded it up with our innocent dreams And all the love we had We didn’t know then how hard it was Livin’ on our own I’d find her cryin’ late at night Talkin’ to the folks back home I wonder what went wrong And where is she now I’d love to know I bet Amy’s back in Austin Workin’ at the LaZona Rosa Cafe I remember the night we lost it And the day she went away Was it the angry words or did she miss her momma I don’t know but it don’t feel right I bet Amy’s back in Austin And I’m missin’ her tonight…” “Amy’s Back in Austin” was co-written by Brady Seals and Stephen Allen Davis. Brandyn Steen served as Executive Producer on the new cover and Duane Propes as Music Producer. It was recorded at ER Studio in Nashville, Tennessee, with mixing done by Bart Busch and engineering by David Spielberg. A-list session musicians included Duane Propes (bass guitar), Mark Matejka (lead and acoustic guitar) and Corey Wright (drums). Stream and download “Amy’s Back in Austin” on Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube Music, Tidal, Deezer and more. About Eli Young Band Since the band’s formation as college classmates 20 years ago, the Associated Press has celebrated EYB as “a smart, relevant antidote” to overdone clichés in Country music. The band has amassed 14 Billboard charting singles, including four No. 1 hits via 3x Platinum “Crazy Girl” and 2x Platinum “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” plus Platinum “Love Ain’t” and “Drunk Last Night,” while also earning an ACM Award for Song of the Year as well as multiple GRAMMY, CMA, CMT, ACA and Teen Choice Award nominations. The musical band of brothers – Mike Eli, James Young, Jon Jones and Chris Thompson – play their own instruments, write their own songs and cling fast to their Texas roots. While selling out venues from coast-to-coast as strong headliners, EYB has also shared the stage with Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flatts, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean, Toby Keith, Chris Young, Darius Rucker and Dave Matthews Band. For more information on new music and upcoming tour dates, visit their website and follow on social media @EliYoungBand About George Birge RECORDS Nashville songwriter-artist George Birge was “Always Meant for the Solo Spotlight,” hails PEOPLE, as he supercharges the charts nearing Top 10 with “Mind On You,” off his debut album, George Birge: Mind On You. Also serving “Whiskey Go ‘Round (feat. RaeLynn),” Birge is mixing up a potent cocktail of Texas swagger and Music Row heat after the Austin native relocated to Nashville in 2014. Boasting over 45 MILLION streams across his catalog, American Songwriter further praises, “George Birge has a talent for taking a simple concept and turning it into an in-depth song.” Named one of Nashville Lifestyles’ “Artists You Need To Know,” he’s built a strong touring profile supporting Brantley Gilbert, Jake Owen, Gary Allan, Scotty McCreery, and more. Read the full article

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JPMorgan says Q1 could mark high point for stocks in 2023, sees warning signs mounting

Don’t expect the market’s early 2023 momentum to last, JPMorgan Chase warned. The S & P 500 is up more than 6% since the start of the year, recovering some of the lost ground from 2022. Since an Oct. 12 low, the broader market index has rallied 14%. Further gains will be harder to come by as warning signs continue to mount, JPMorgan strategist Mislav Matejka said in a Monday note. The recent…

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Sabías que, el 02 de enero cumple 56 años el guitarrista estadounidense Vincent Mark Matejka nacido en Houston, Texas, miembro desde 2006 de la banda de rock sureño Lynyrd Skynyrd reemplazando a Hugie Tomasson. Antes de eso fue miembro de la banda country Hot Apple Pie y tocó con Charlie Daniels Band y Sons of the Desert. Ha grabado con Lynyrd Skynyrd dos álbumes: ‘God & Guns’ en 2009 y ‘Last of a Dyin' Breed’ en 2012. @relaxvideobar www.relaxvideobar.com (at RELAX Videobar RETRO) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnA4dmBMkXn/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Still Unbroken by Lynyrd Skynyrd from the album God & Guns

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Lucky #13 of my Lynyrd Skynyrd collection. This Mark Matejka wall art is 10x7.5 on 3/4 plywood. The wood is burned, tinted cherry red and painted silver. The top and bottom are cut on 30 degree angles.

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Damon Johnson, Tesla and Lynyrd Skynyrd at Five Point Amphitheatre

Damon Johnson, Tesla and Lynyrd Skynyrd at Five Point Amphitheatre

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Lynyrd Skynyrd Announces "Last Of The Street Survivors Farewell Tour" 2019 Dates

Lynyrd Skynyrd Announces “Last Of The Street Survivors Farewell Tour” 2019 Dates

The Press Release: Last year Southern Rock icons, Lynyrd Skynyrd, announced that, after a career that has spanned more than 40 years and includes a catalog of more than 60 albums with more than 30 million units sold, they would embark on their Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the career-concluding farewell tour logged over 50 stops by the end of 2018.

Last…

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(Left to right) Rickey Medlocke, Michael Cartellone, Mark Matejka and Gary Rossington of Lynyrd Skynyrd - Fivepoint Amphitheatre; Irvine, CA (8-23-19). @MedlockeRickey @Skynyrd #MarkMatejka #MichaelCartellone @GaryRossington3

Photo: Jeff Bliss

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Lynyrd Skynyrd Gods & Guns 2009 Roadrunner ————————————————— Tracks: 01. Still Unbroken 02. Simple Life 03. Little Thing Called You 04. Southern Ways 05. Skynyrd Nation 06. Unwrite That Song 07. Floyd 08. That Ain’t My America 09. Comin’ back for More 10. Gods and Guns 11. Strom 12. GIfted Hands —————————————————

Michael Cartellone

Ean Evans

Mark Matejka 

Rickey Medlocke

Billy Powell

Gary Rossington

Johnny van Zant

* Long Live Rock Archive

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Lynyrd Skynyrd “Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour” Comes to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. Saturday, Nov. 30, at 8 p.m.

Southern Rock icons Lynyrd Skynyrd will make one last stop at Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood on Saturday, Nov. 30, at 8 p.m. as part of their “Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour.” Hard Rock Live. 

For more information please visit:  www.myhrl.com and www.ticketmaster.com. 

The farewell tour consists of original member Gary Rossington joined by Johnny Van Zant, Rickey Medlocke, Mark “Sparky” Matejka, Michael Cartellone, Keith Christopher, Peter Keys, Dale Krantz Rossington, Carol Chase and special guest Jim Horn. The show celebrates a career that has spanned more than 40 years and includes a catalog of more than 60 albums with more than 30 million units sold. The tour derives its name from their song, “The Last of the Street Survivors,” and the band’s multi-platinum studio album, “Street Survivors.”

The legendary rockers are best known for the RIAA Platinum-certified “Sweet Home Alabama” and self-proclaimed signature song, “Free Bird,” that Rolling Stone said was “easily the most requested live song in existence.” With everlasting hits such as “Simple Man,” “Gimme Three Steps,” “What’s Your Name,” “Call Me The Breeze,” “You Got That Right” and more, it is easy to see why Rolling Stone named Lynyrd Skynyrd one of its 100 Greatest Bands of All Time.

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Ohio's Laws Regarding Bicycles

The holder of a bachelor of business administration with a concentration in marketing from Ohio University, Joe Matejka has been the president of Custom Fundraising Solutions since 2005. In addition to his professional pursuits, Joe Matejka enjoys cycling in and around his home town of Bay Village, Ohio. In Ohio, bicycles are defined as vehicles, meaning cyclists are free to ride on all roads save for freeways or those that are specifically marked as limited access roadways. As with every other state with this law, cyclists in Ohio are subject to following the same rules that apply to vehicles, including stopping at stop signs and following all traffic control devices. Riders also must follow the same right of way rules as any other vehicle. There are a few bike-specific laws in the state, with the most important being that a bicycle must stay "as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable." However, a cyclist can use the entire lane if he or she is doing so to avoid moving vehicles, parked cars, or surface hazards. Moreover, several cyclists can ride side-by-side in the same lane with no obligation to move aside for faster traffic.