This song is quite depressing.

And not just for the title reference to the guy who killed himself.
Cool animation trumps all, however, and this video left me surprisingly happy, which -- in case you care -- was far afield from my initial reaction to this song several years back.

These clouds do not carry blessing ...

They come from the West.

Ah, so that's how you dial ...

... the number to heaven.

Ever Wondered How Differential Gear Works?

Yeah, me neither.
But if you want to find out ... this might be one of the best tutorials out there. Thanks 1930s!

Viral Flashback: Drive-thru Taco Order

Tacos, a catchy folk tune and some hilarious lyrics -- I haven't laughed this hard in days.
Okay so this isn't really a "viral flashback," but it's a heck of a way to kick off this week's theme of drive-thru raps and song pranks, don't you think?
Be sure to check out the whole video, Rhett and Link's song is amazing, but the real payoff comes at the end!



Courtesy of Rhett&Link via Popcandy.

CHILL: All Laid Back and Stuff

Here's a nice relaxing song by Andy McKee. I can't wait until he tours around the U.S. again, I'd love to see this guy with Don Ross!

Also, be sure to check out his updated electronic press kit here, there are some phenomenal songs on it.

Cool: BSG video for "Battlestar Sonatica"

Yeah, I like Bear McCreary's "All Along the Watchtower," just as much as the next guy, but there's something about the feel of this piece that is just perfect for the show I think.

Anyway, I thought this video was pretty cool, have a look...

Humour (Brits baby yah!): Facebook in reality

This surprisingly hilarious BBC short acts out what Facebook would be like in real life.

Oh, those crazy Brits!

Intense: 'White gold' rides the milky waves of rock

Everybody's abuzz about the newest YouTube phenomenon -- While Gold.

Situated somewhere between the faux-metal grindings of Spinal Tap and the over-the-top antics of the Darkness, this new purveyor of milk is sending shock waves across internet.

Check out his YouTube channel here and learn how this self-proclaimed "ragged man" turned himself into a rock legend all through the power of milk!

Recommended videos: "One Gallon Axe" and "D-String"

White Gold's Web site can be found here.

Commentary: Flobots muse on society's failings

Look for big market radio stations to latch onto this little ditty soon.

Apparently, it's already making some waves on Q101 out in Chicago, so a sweep of the country can't be too far off!

Sarcasm aside, I find the song to be tolerable, even catchy, but the video is a tad overbearing (that kid breaking the crayons is such a jerk!) and I don't know how well it would translate without the visuals.

Inevitable: Online contest gone wrong -- Mets cry foul

By now were all more than familiar with the famous (if somewhat tiresome) internet phenomenon known as "Rickrolling."

The joke's becoming so well-known, even the producers of YouTube "Rickrolled" their audience at the start of this month in an April Fool's Day gag, which did succeed in injecting a little life into this increasingly stale video.

This week, however, the joke took on a whole new light when over 5 million users spammed the New York Mets fan forum, casting ballot after ballot to make the 80s superstar's legendary brand of pop the team's new theme song.

Not surprisingly, Mets' insiders are crying foul.

"Embarrassed sources say the club will NOT abide by the final vote.

There will now be a ‘run-off’ where the top six songs, including Never Going To Give You Up, will be played on consecutive days.

The one drawing the loudest response will win.

A source inside the club said: 'That damn song was an April Fool’s joke. The fans didn’t choose it. We were hijacked.'

He added: 'This is the way we’re going to do it now. And let me tell you, the Astley tune is not going to win.'"

Curious: Lasagna Cat

Well this is exceedingly bizarre.

By now we are all probably familiar with the ever-popular BradyFan83, the obsessive, if not somewhat creepy genius behind a slew of musical tributes to various superstars in the NFL. (His abuse of Ron Mexico is particularly humorous and can be viewed here and here).

Anyway, a newer king of randomness seems to have popped up on YouTube -- Lasagna Cat.

Each video features a downright creepy live action re-enactment of a classic Garfield strip, followed by an even creepier musical tribute to the legendary comic behind it all -- Jim Davis.

I found Goth Jon and Garfield playing the Taxi theme to be particularly odd.

Just one question remains, are you in the mood to party?