“Lobster hat, fishnet speedo junior, wheelie shoes, invisible dog leash . . . well, I’m packed.” – Homer Simpson
This week we’ve got a couple of links to a singing troupe that’s headed – at FOX’s expense – to sunny California next weekend for Comic Con. They’ve got two shows coming up, plus they’re performing at the convention itself. In addition to that, we’ve got several great pieces of non-musical fan art, plenty of usage and references, the ongoing saga of the Simpsons bracket, and a couple of great episode write ups.
Enjoy.
We Put The Spring In Springfield – Two years ago we linked to a New York City based group that was putting on renditions of Simpsons songs. Well, they are back and they are going to San Diego next weekend. Per their press release e-mail:
I wanted to let you guys know that FOX is flying us out to San Diego to perform on the official The Simpsons panel (with Al Jean, Matt Groening, etc.) at ComicCon 2013! We’re doing a show that night too.
There’s a show tomorrow night in New York at the Duplex Cabaret Theater in Manhattan, and then it’s off to California for two shows next Saturday. Here’s the preview video.
Comic-Con 2013 schedule: See what’s happening Saturday – And here’s what else is going on next weekend:
12:45p.m.-1:30p.m., Ballroom 20, The Simpsons: Celebrate The Simpsons’ 25th year on the air with creator Matt Groening, executive producer Al Jean, supervising director Mike Anderson, and consulting producer David Silverman, enjoy never-before seen footage from guest director Guillermo del Toro, and hear musical guests perform “We Put The Spring In Springfield!”
We all know who the musical guests are now.
Maine Hospital Honors The Simpsons In Unique Manner – A hospital in Maine refers to unknown patients, many of them hunters who weren’t carrying ID with them, as John and Jane “D’Ohs”. Someone on the show heard about this, and now they’ve got all manner of Simpsons swag:
A recent John D’Oh at WMMC happened to be a friend of one of the program’s producers. After the hospital’s ER doctors saved his life, he promised them he would show his thanks in a unique way.
Shortly thereafter, sets of Simpsons scrubs arrived for the entire staff. Now, when anyone calls WMMC, they are greeted by the voice of a Simpsons character on the hospital’s automated phone system.
Click through for the full story, it’s awesome.
Game Of Thrones Simpsonized – This was everywhere this week, and deservedly so. Here’s a link to the original Tumblr. Well done.
Watching the Neighbourhood Watch – Good job, people of Toronto:
On a walk through the Roncesvalles area I stumbled across a neighbourhood watch sign that was a tad unusual. In place of the usual blue faces it prominently displayed Adam West era Batman and Robin. I thought it was hilarious and kind of a one off thing…..until I discovered another one with Robocop!
So far the mysterious artist was 2 for 2 in terms of my favourite fictional law enforcers.
However, that turned into a tri-fecta the other day when I looked up and saw Chief Wiggum tucking little Ralph into bed.
Click through for the picture.
5 For Friday: TV’s Best Birthday Moments – Stan Marsh’s adult level hatred as a ten-year-old is on this list, but Lisa’s birthday song is number one. Also, there’s quite a bit of good YouTube here.
D’oh! adventures in the DSM – Ah, science:
For my part, I’ve decided to set aside valuable critique of the psychiatric establishment and put the DSM to a stronger test: How well does it diagnose classic side characters from one of TV’s greatest accomplishments, The Simpsons?
Now that’s psychiatry!
Bart Simpson – Make your own yarn Bart Simpson. Bravo.
Television shows I’ve never seen – Wow:
The Simpsons (1989-Present)
I have no aversion to animation or comedy and satire of society interests me greatly, but again, for whatever reason, I’ve yet to see this show. Not one episode and besides a few gifs and momentary clips, I’ve not seen much footage either. If asked, I’d be hard pressed to name more than four characters. Quick: Bart, Homer, Lisa, Marge? And I’m done. I just Googled Marge now to make sure that actually is one. It is, okay. Four and I’m tapped out.
As always, my recommendation is to start with Season 2.
what are your “favorite” weasel words? – Excellent usage:
As Homer Simpson once said, “Weaselling outta things is important to learn. It’s what separates us from the animals. Except the weasel.” Of course, this is unfair to the weasel, which is a very nice and very smart little creature indeed.
Apt and perfectly quoted.
Mike Johnson: Soglin right, council wrong on disclosing donations – Excellent reference:
A recent Madison City Council vote left me pondering a line from "The Simpsons" TV show: “Y’know, a town with good legislation is like a mule with a spinning wheel. No one knows how he got it and danged if he knows how to use it!”
My version of “THAT Legendary series!” – Another personal best TV show list that naturally includes The Simpsons.
Scenes from Amsterdam – It’s not the best photo, but here’s Marge and Lisa hanging out on a balcony in the Netherlands.
Best. Episode. Ever. (Round 44) – Another Hobson’s Choice between “Radio Bart” and “The Springfield Files”, but worth the click for the great image compilation of the tunnel, and the YouTube video of the real life radio microphone commercial. My god, someone actually did the “Hey, good looking thing”.
Best. Episode. Ever. (Round 45) – Up and at them!
Best. Episode. Ever. (Round 46) – Image compilation of the “Meat and You” filmstrip.
Best. Episode. Ever. (Round 47) – Season 3 versus Season 2, that’s horrible.
Dag 155 – Simple. Elegant. Duff t-shirt.
It’s all in your head, so… – Animated .gif of Lisa dancing to the Soul Mass Transit System.
Kang! – A great looking graffiti Kang (or is it Kodos?) in Vancouver.
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Show…In 10 Words – Marge, we’ve got all the fireworks we need right here.
The Fosters…In 10 Words – Do you have ’em in blonde?
Drunk History…In 10 Words – Now let us party, like twas 1799!
Sharknado…In 10 Words – And now, for a real element of danger, one drop of human blood.
oops – Work and drinking explained through a few Simpsons videos.
Simpsons Classics: “Summer of 4 Ft. 2″ – And finally, Smooth Charlie’s Link of the week got displaced to the bottom because of the singing and all, but our old friends at No Pun Intended have one of the best write ups of “Summer of 4 Ft. 2” ever. Lots of screen grabs, good looks at plenty of scenes, and a .gif of Homer’s face when he realizes the dud looks like Milhouse. Really a great read. 
