How Steely Dan Composes a Song
Discover the complex, jazz-influenced methods behind two of the greatest rock composers of all time — Steely Dan's Walter Becker and Donald Fagen.
Discover the complex, jazz-influenced methods behind two of the greatest rock composers of all time — Steely Dan's Walter Becker and Donald Fagen.
It's 4/20, a day for friends to gather around the hookah and smoke themselves into a stupor with America's favorite semi-illicit substance. Mashable debunks some of the legends surrounding the holiday for those still sober enough to watch.
The 846th Test Squadron at Holloman Air Force Base in Alamogordo, New Mexico, have broken the magnetically levitated world speed record by pushing a rocket-powered test sled to 633 miles per hour.
The Nike Pegasus Trail 5 is built for those who refuse to choose between pavement and the path less traveled. Designed for trail running and hiking, it features a new ReactX foam midsole for a softer, more responsive ride with a lower carbon footprint. The lightweight mesh upper keeps things breathable while locking out dirt, while Nike's All Terrain Compound rubber delivers maximum support and traction in any condition. A Flywire midfoot wrap ensures a snug, secure fit when the terrain gets tricky. Whether you're chasing speed on the road or adventure in the wild, the Pegasus Trail 5 is laced and ready.
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Velocity's Heritage Series 1972 Ford F-250 blends classic charm with modern muscle in a two-tone black-and-white masterpiece. Built on a Velocity Exclusive frame by Roadster Shop, it features a coilover suspension, Dana axles, and Wilwood disc brakes for uncompromising control. Under the hood, a Gen III 5.0L Coyote V8 and 10-speed automatic transmission deliver aggressive power, while a stainless steel exhaust ensures it sounds as good as it looks. Inside, woven leather seats, billet accents, and Dakota Digital gauges bring luxury to the retro-styled cabin, reimagining this icon for the modern day.
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Saying a picture is worth a thousand words may sound cliche, but in some instances it's actually true. In times of war, peace, happiness or sorrow, there's always a photograph to capture every human emotions. The COOPH team has compiled some of history's most iconic images to create this inspiring tribute to photography.
Derek Abbott talks about how trustworthy a majority decision is, and how a unanimous decision probably can't be trusted at all.
While much of the world has gone paperless, there's still a place in every home for a printer, scanner, and copying machine. HP's Smart Tank 5101 All-in-One does all three. The eponymous tanks hold up to two years or 6,000 pages of ink, which is included in the box, and have a proprietary spill-free refill system. Self-healing WiFi provides a dependable connection for all devices via the HP app, enabling wireless scanning, copying, and printing, with the latter supporting borderless photos. Smart illuminating buttons make on-device use a breeze, and built-in HP Wolf Essential Security protects the printer from cyber threats. Available now for $70 off.
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Built for athletes who demand more, the Greatness Wins Performance Short elevates your workout with cutting-edge design and sustainable innovation. Crafted from lightweight stretch fabric made from recycled plastic bottles, these shorts feature laser-cut perforation for maximum ventilation, a moisture-wicking Coolmax liner for gentle compression, and a flat-knitted waistband for a secure fit. Designed for high-impact training — whether sprinting, lifting, or cycling — they move like a second skin, offering zero resistance and total freedom. Built to perform, built to endure — this is greatness that wins.
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Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke, Vincent D'Onofrio, Lee Byung-hun, Manuel Garcia Rulfo, Martin Sensmeier are the seven baddest men in the west in Antoine Fuqua's modern remake of the 1960 western. Set to hit theaters September 23, 2016.
Superman Returns is so boring that the thought of Nicholas Cage as the Man of Steel seems like a non-stop thrill ride.