This video is bought to you by Left of the Dial: Dispatches from the ’80s Underground (DVDs)

I thought I would start the year off with a little bit of music. Direct from the 80s from a band called Fad Gadget. I love it! But I can’t believe I had never heard of this band until just now. Weird.

You can find out more about Fad Gadget here.

This video is bought to you by the book The Animator’s Survival Kit: A Manual of Methods, Principles, and Formulas for Classical, Computer, Games, Stop Motion, and Internet Animators

A very cool animation. The ending is all feel-good and happy, but enjoy the battle scenes: all cool!

This video is bought to you by the book How to Brew: Everything You Need To Know To Brew Beer Right The First Time

Because it is that time of year, I present to you the Beer Bottle Christmas Tree!