Christopher Butler
Christopher Butler is a twenty-something nobody shouting from the Quiet Corner of Connecticut, in the town of Danielson, where a serial killer is our most famous resident.
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Chris Butler's 100 Favorite Albums of All-TimeMusical junkie Chris Butler unveils his favorite 100 albums to ever enter his ears.
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2009 MLB Playoff Predictions World SeriesAn extensive preview of the 2009 World Series between the New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies, including predictions for this year's champion.
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2009 MLB Playoff Predictions Championship SeriesAfter sweeping through the first rounds, the best of Major League Baseball attempt to reach the World Series, and I am here to (hopefully) predict the victors.
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2009 MLB Playoff Predictions ALDSFollowing the thrilling theatrics of Tuesday night, the games for the American League Divisional Series are finally determined, and I will attempt to pick the winners.
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2009 MLB Playoff Predictions NLDSAn in-depth analysis into the opening of National League's postseason with the Divisional Series.
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The Twenty Most Important People in the History of Modern Music: 20 to 11The countdown opens of the twenty most important people in the history of modern music with numbers twenty to eleven.
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The Twenty Most Important People in the History of Modern Music: 10 to 1The countdown concludes with the ten most important people in the history of modern music.
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The Ten Best Songs by George Harrison, when He was a BeatleFrom The Beatles' early days to their final swan song, this list critically examines the ten best songs written by the most underrated of the "Fab Four", George Harrison.
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2009 NBA Playoff Predictions: The FinalsFollowing a tumultuous playoffs, the NBA Finals will ultimately be decided between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Orlando Magic, and I will attempt to predict the victor.
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Obama Nominates Sotomayor for Supreme CourtOn May 26th, President Barack Obama announced his nomination for Justice Souter's vacant Supreme Court seat, appeals judge Somia Sotomayor.
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The Ten Best Songs by the Clash Not Considered to Be "Essential"The ten best songs ever sung by "the only band that matters" that are not included on the radio-friendly "The Essential Clash" compilation.
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Is Painting Relevant in the Modern Art World?An examination of thw world of modern art, and how young UK artists are bringing painting back to the forefront of the art scene.
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2009 NBA Playoff Predictions: Conference FinalsAfter a half-lackluster/half-entertaining conference semifinals which have determined the NBA's final four, I will attempt my best to predict the ultimate participants in the NBA Finals.
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2009 NBA Playoff Predictions: Conference SemifinalsWith the Conference Semifinals underway, I present my predictions for the NBA's second playoff round, while grading myself on my first round picks.
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The Ten Best Songs by John LennonA comprehensive list of the ten best songs written by the greatest singer/songwriter to ever walk the earth, John Lennon.
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2009 NBA Playoffs: The End of an Era in DetroitThe Detroit Pistons' streak of six-consecutive Eastern Conference Finals appearences officially came to an end Sunday, as they were swept by the Cleveland Cavaliers. But most importantly, the loss ends the decade-long era of Detroit's dominance.
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National Poetry Month: List PoemIn celebration of National Poetry Month, here is a list poem about money. -
National Poetry Month: Poem of Addition by SubtractionIn celebration of National Poetry Month, here is a poem of addition by substraction (if you read, you'll understand). -
National Poetry Month: CinquainIn celebration of National Poetry Month, I present a short cinquain, inspired by one of the most infamous behavioral experiments of the 20th century.
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2009 NBA Playoff Predictions: 1st RoundFor every basketball fan, a comprehensive breakdown of every first round match-up for the 2009 NBA playoffs. -
Close Tolls on the Mass Pike After Horrendous Easter HolidayAfter an abysmal Easter Holiday, thousands of commuters complain about the vacant toll booths along the Massachusetts Turnpike, creating a serious safety issue for all drivers.
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Stone WallIn celebration of National Poetry Month, here is rhyming poem about spring, inspired by the work of Robert Frost.
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The Ten Best Songs by Lead BellyThe ten best songs by one of the most legendary figures and characters in music history, Lead Belly. -
The Top Five Palm D'Or Winners in Cannes Film Festival HistoryThe top five winners of the prestigious Palm d'Or, awarded annually at the Cannes Film Festival in France. -
MLB Preseason PredictionsAn in-depth analysis predicting baseball's division winners and the eventual World Series champion. -
The Ten Best Songs by Daniel JohnstonListing the ten best songs by one of the best singer/songwriters of the last 25 years you've never heard of, Daniel Johnston. -
Short Story: Hitchhiking at NightA short story I had previously published by Children, Churches and Daddies Magazine, out of London, England.
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Short Story: The RainmakerA short story I had previously published by Down in the Dirt Magazine out of London, England.
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How to Write a Haiku: Seveteen Syllables of Insanity for the IlliterateThis essay explores the traditional Japanese poetic form and attempts to help struggling poets better understand how to successfully write seventeen syllables.
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The Ten Best Songs by Bob Marley and the Wailers, Not Considered to Be a HitIn a tribute to the man, the band and the music, I hereby present the ten best songs by Bob Marley and the Wailers, not considered to be a hit by mainstream and the casual fan. -
Wal-Mart and My HometownAn in-depth article exposing the fall of capitalism with the rise of Wal-Mart from the perspective of a small, American town.
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The Definition of Terror in AmericaSince the attacks of September 11th, 2001, the federal government of the United States has scared the bejesus out of its people, but by definition, who are really the terrorists?
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The Supreme Court and "Bong Hits 4 Jesus"Here is an in-depth review of one of the most important First Amendment cases of the last decade, Morse, Juneau School Board v. Frederick.
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The Supreme Court and George W. BushAn in-depth analysis of one of the most controversial Supreme Court decisions of recent memory, Alberto Gonzales, Attorney General v. Carhart, and how it challenges the 14th Amendment Roe v. Wade.
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NBA All-Decade TeamIn celebration of ten years of post-Jordan basketball, I hereby present the National Basketball Association's (NBA) team of the decade, including honorable mentions and predictions for the next decade of players.
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The Ten Most Important People in the History of Modern MusicA presentation the ten most important individual artists in the history of modern music. -
NCAA Championship: Why UConn is Poised for the Final FourWith the UConn men's basketball team dominating the early rounds of the tournament, the Huskies are ready for another deep run for the 2009 NCAA title. -
The Top Ten Songs by SublimeFrom 40 oz. to an untimely death, I present the ten best songs by the most underappreciated bands of the 1990's, Sublime.
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A Short Story About PerspectiveA (very) short story from two (very) different perspectives.
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A Short Story Set to MusicA (very) short story inspired by the classic John Lennon song, "Working Class Hero".
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A Short Story in One-Hundred WordsA short story written in only one-hundred words. -
How to Write a Blues PoemHere is a helpful how-to guide in order for any struggling illiterate poet to write the blues.
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How to Write a PantoumHere are several helpful hints for any struggling illiterate poet to write the traditional pantoum form. -
How to Write a VillanelleHere is a helpful how-to for struggling illiterate poets to write a good ole Italian folk song.
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Classic 90's Music Reviews: Nirvana's "In Utero"A fond look back at the classic 90's album, "In Utero", by the only band that really matters in the last twenty years, Nirvana.
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NCAA Tournament: Big East Matchup of UCONN and SyracuseThe greatest basketball game on any level this year, the UCONN Huskies and Syracuse Orange could not disappoint the Madison Square Garden crowd, or even themselves. -
How to Write a LimerickHere are several helpful tips for any illiterate poet to anonymously write about a man from Nantucket.
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A Poem of PainAn ABC poem exploring a rare congenital condition afflicting thousands of people around the world.
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St. Patrick's Day PoemA token Irish limerick explaining the underlying reasons for the necessity of whiskey and beer.
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Classic '80s Music Reviews: The Clash's London CallingAs Sgt. Pepper's defined the '60s and Nevermind defined the '90s, London Calling is the epitome of the 1980's.
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The Superest Super Bowl PreviewCan the Arizona Cardinals' Fly Over Pittsburg's Steel Curtain Or Will They Crash Into It Like a Clean Window?
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Very Short Love PoemA very (very) short anti-love poem about feelings and such.
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The Last Days of George W. Bush: Sentencing the Decider to HistoryWith President #43 George Walker Bush's final days of leader of the free world drawing near, how would he be remembered tomorrow?
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Anti-Valentine's Day PoemsFor all of those who were physically ill from my previous love poems, I shall provide the anti-love poems for the holiday of all things sappy.
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Barack Obama's Inauguration AddressThe most historically significant administrations in modern American history have been defined by a single quotation from their speech writers, but can Barack Obama live up to the hype?
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Valentine's Day PoemsSeven love poems banned-for-life from the insides of Hallmark greeting cards.
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The All-Time Los Angeles Lakers TeamIn the follow-up to the all-time Boston Celtics team, I present the second-most storied franchise in the history of the NBA and their all-time twelve man roster.
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The All-Time Boston Celtics TeamTo commemorate the reigning world champions' current winning streak, I present the all-time twelve man roster for one of the most storied franchises in sports history.
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Reader Friendly: A Preview of the Poems of PainFrom an untimely birth to an imminent death, poet Chris Butler shares the first twenty poems of his young career, providing hope to the struggling poets of the world.
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The Ten Best Cover Songs of All-TimeAlthough the ability to transform another artist's signature song has been a difficult feat over the course of modern music history, several have been capable of making a classic song great once again.
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The Top Ten Hip-Hop AlbumsThe greatest rap albums ever created are listed, but with all apologies to the classics I must neglect.
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How to Write a Shakespearean Sonnet For the IlliterateFive helpful hints for any struggling poet to create a poem reminiscent of the six-hundred year old form.
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The Ten Best Songs by Nirvana, Not Considered to Be a HitA list of ten songs many causal listeners have never heard, but represent the sound of the most influential band of the last twenty years.
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Election 2008 HaikuPolitically motivated haikus about nothing.
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The Presidential Nominees' Policies on the Issues They Will Neglect to Mention in the Debates: Part IIIWhile most Americans will focus their attention on issues in the news when they stroll to the polls this November, the candidates will likely neglect to mention several pertinent issues which need to be considered.
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The Presidential Nominees' Policies on the Issues They Will Neglect to Mention in the Debates: Part IIWhile most Americans will focus their attention on certain issues when they stroll to the polls this November, the candidates will likely neglect to mention several pertinent issues which need to be considered.
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The Ten Albums Every American Should Own ReduxThe final installment in the series of essential albums, featuring the ones negelcted in the first ten.
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The Fourth Branch of GovernmentAn examination of the pros and cons of the Media and its influence over the federal government and the general public.
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I Don't Want My MTVAn examination of how MTV contributed to the destruction of credible music and how there is no "music" on Music Television.
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Book Review of Jake Adam York's A Murmuration of StarlingsAn in-depth review of acclaimed poet Jake Adam York's newest award-winning book.
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How to Write an Independent Film Script10 helpful tips for any struggling screenwriting to finish their script for an independent film.
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The Presidential Nominees' Policies on the Issues They Will Neglect to Mention in the DebatesWhile most Americans will focus their attention on the issues in the news when they stroll to the polls this November, the candidates will likely neglect to mention several pertinent issues which need to be considered.
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The Ten Best Songs by the Velvet UndergroundA comprehensive list of the best songs by The Velvet Underground, including in-depth analysis and lyrics.
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The Ten Albums Every American Should Own (But Has Probably Never Heard Of)A follow-up on the list of the ten albums every American should own, likely not in their personal library.
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The Ten Albums Every American Should OwnA comprehensive list of the ten most important musical albums for anyone's library, including the key songs that made them a success.
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Dream Team III?The United States Men's basketball team is poised to recaptured Olympic gold in Beijing, but can they compete against the rest of the world?