October 11 - 20, 2008
These are the scripts Joe Benson used on the air at 95.5 KLOS in Los Angeles. They all received final editing by Jan Benson, without whom the task would have been far too daunting. Remember to give credit where credit is due, and enjoy!
October 11, 2008
Drummer Gary Mallaber (Van Morrison, Steve Miller, Eddie Money, Bruce Springsteen) is 62.
Daryl Hall of Hall & Oates fame is 59.
On this day in 1969, a car crash in Chicago seriously injured blues legend Muddy Waters and killed three others.
On this day in 1975, the first Saturday Night Live show was broadcast with George Carlin as the first guest host. The ratings really took off the following week, spurred by the reunion of host Paul Simon with his former partner Art Garfunkel. Comparing those first shows to the current SNL should make us appreciate how lucky we were to watch a TV show when it was truly funny.
On this day in 1986, The Pretenders released the Top 10 hit "Don't Get Me Wrong" from their "Get Close" album.
October 12, 2008
On this day in 1965, The Beatles recorded "This Bird Has Flown," which was later retitled "Norwegian Wood." During the session, George Harrison played a sitar for the first time on a Rock & Roll recording.
On this day in 1966, the Jimi Hendrix Experience was officially formed when guitarist-turned-bassist Noel Redding and drummer Mitch Mitchell joined Hendrix in the studio.
On this day in 1975, Rod Stewart played his final gig with the Faces at Long Island's Nassau Coliseum.
On this day in 1994, MTV aired Jimmy Page and Robert Plant's "Unplugged" session, dubbed "Unledded." The London Metropolitan Orchestra and a group of Egyptian musicians provided the backing.
On this day in 1997, John Denver died at the age of 53 when his experimental plane crashed with him at the controls.
October 13, 2008
Rhyming Paul Simon is 67.
Keyboardist Robert Lamm of Chicago is 65.
The Red Rocker, Sammy Hagar, who has also worked with Montrose and Van Halen, is 61.
On this day in 1963, Beatlemania officially began when The Beatles appeared on the BBC's Sunday Night at the Palladium TV show. Some 15 million people watched the program, while thousands more crowded the streets around the London theater to get a glimpse of the band.
On this day in 1965, The Beatles began recording "You Can Wear My Diamond Ring," which soon became "Drive My Car."
On this day in 1968, John Lennon recorded "Julia," the last song for the "White" album and the only solo recording he ever made for The Beatles.
On this day in 1973, "Ramblin' Man" by the Allman Brothers Band peaked at #2 as "Free Ride" by the Edgar Winter Group topped out at #14 on the charts.
On this day in 1978, Led Zeppelin began rehearsing for what became their last album, 1979's "In Through the Out Door."
On this day in 1979, Supertramp released the "Take The Long Way Home" single.
On this day in 1994, Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band's "Greatest Hits" album was released. It eventually sold over six million copies.
Roddy/Sheryl/Andre
Tennis great Andre Agassi's 13th Annual Grand Slam For Children took place Saturday at the Wynn Las Vegas. Rod Stewart and Sheryl Crow along with comedians Ray Romano, George Wallace and David Spade were among those taking part in the charitable fundraiser to help abused, underprivileged, and at-risk kids in the Las Vegas area. Everyone seemed to agree that one of the show's highlights was a first-time-ever duet by Roddy and Sheryl on "The First Cut Is The Deepest." Stewart topped the chart with the Cat Stevens tune back in 1977, while Crow had a hit with it five years ago. Right so!
Skynyrd's Time Shifting
Talk about a New Year's Eve double! Lynyrd Skynyrd will co-headline two New Year's Eve concerts with country star Trace Adkins in two different cities. Skynyrd will open the evening performing in Pikeville, Kentucky as Adkins hits the stage in Nashville. Following their sets, both acts will fly to the other city, with Skynyrd closing the night in Nashville (which is actually one time zone west of Pikeville).
Geddy/Alex/Ace
Here's an un-holy trio: former KISS guitarist Ace Frehley with Rush singer/bassist Geddy Lee and guitarist Alex Lifeson. The threesome are booked for the debut episode of VH1 Classic's "That Metal Show" program on November 15th. The series promises a roundtable discussion between musicians, comedians and a host. That's a pretty darn overwhelming concept, wouldn't you say?
Suing The Jovi
Jon Bon Jovi is among the parties facing a $400 billion lawsuit filed Thursday by the frontman for the Boston-area band, the Chelsea City Council. Samuel Bartley Steele claims that Bon Jovi's 2007 tune "I Love This Town," which was used in Major League Baseball post season ads last year, bears a more-than-passing similarity to his 2004 ode to the Boston Red Sox, "(Man I Really) Love This Team." Steele says he'll donate 99% of his payout to charity if he's victorious. If he loses, he'll probably have to live in Philadelphia for the rest of his life.
Lindsey's Thinking Ahead
Evidently folks have been asking him about it. Lindsey Buckingham — guitarist/singer/songwriter/producer extraordinaire — says that if Fleetwood Mac are going to record a new studio album after next year's tour, he needs to iron out some issues with Stevie Nicks. He says, "[Stevie Nicks and I] still have some things to work out, and I think that that's the important thing at this point, otherwise, nothing's going to happen... Let's acknowledge each other's feelings, let's be adults for a change, if that's possible." Right so!
Quotes Of The Day
It was William Feather who said: "Early morning cheerfulness can be extremely obnoxious."
It was Robert Frost who said: "In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: It goes on."
October 14, 2008
Coach John Wooden is 98 and going strong!
Singer Justin Hayward of the Moody Blues is 62.
On this day in 1957, Elvis Presley released "Jailhouse Rock."
On this day in 1967, The Who released "I Can See For Miles" just as "Purple Haze" by the Jimi Hendrix Experience topped out at #65 on the charts. America just wasn't ready yet.
On this day in 1972, "You Wear It Well" by Rod Stewart peaked at #13 on the charts.
On this day in 1975, KISS released the live version of "Rock & Roll All Night."
On this day in 1977, Bing Crosby died from a heart attack at age 74.
On this day in 1978, Steely Dan's "Josie" peaked at #26 on the charts.
KISS Potato Heads
After imprinting their logo on millions of T-shirts, condoms and even coffins, the boys from KISS are finally about to put their name on a truly appropriate piece of merchandise. Beginning next March, genuine KISS branded Mr. Potato Heads will be available all across this fair land. You should check out prototypes of the toys at KissOnline.com.
Lot's O'AC/DC
Just how good is your audio system? The day before AC/DC's new "Black Ice" album is released on October 20th, VH1 Classic will air a 24-hour "Total AC/DC" programming block that will include footage from the band's "No Bull" concert DVD as well as other archival performances and music videos. Meanwhile, singer Brian Johnson has defended his band against critics who say the Aussies are "selling out" by releasing their new album exclusively via Wal-Mart. "Wal-Mart was the only big store to stock all of our albums... and they've never deviated," he explains. "And they sold AC/DC shirts and pajamas for kids, which we thought was really cool." But will they be selling AC/DC Mr. Potato Heads?
Neil's First Is Latest
Over 40 years ago, less than six months after he left the legendary Buffalo Springfield, Neil Young launched his solo career with a gig in Ann Arbor. The 23-year-old guitarist with the shakey voice actually played that historic gig as an experiment to see if audiences would accept his solo music. And yes, they did. Four decades down the road, Neil is finally going to release the recording. The 23-track "Sugar Mountain Live at Canterbury House 1968" will be out on November 25th.
T.P. Repackaged
"Runnin' Down a Dream," the Peter Bogdanovich directed film documenting Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers' 30 year history, is coming out as a double-disc DVD set. You may recall that the movie was originally released as a four-DVD package exclusively through Best Buy, but this latest version can be purchased anywhere DVDs are sold. The previously unreleased bonus performances on this latest version of the film — due out on October 28th — features Eddie Vedder and Van Morrison joining T.P & The H.B.s on stage. Meanwhile, stand by for a special T.P. & Mudcrutch announcement shortly!
Messing With Lord Stanley
You may recall that last Thursday Def Leppard performed before the Stanley Cup champion Detroit Red Wings game as part of the NHL's Face-Off Rocks event. While the British lads really know their soccer and how to rock a concert stage, singer Joe Elliott embarrassed himself with quite a blunder when he took the revered Stanley Cup and placed it upside-down on a pedestal as the band rocked around him. Check out Joe's protocol error (and many hockey fan's reactions) on YouTube.
Quotes Of The Day
It was Coach John Wooden who said: "Things turn out best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out."
It was Ray Romano who said: "The more I go through parenting, the more I say I owe my mother an apology."
October 15, 2008
Chef Emeril Lagasse is a 'Bamming' 49.
On this day in 1966, Pink Floyd played their first major concert, a benefit to help launch Europe's first underground newspaper, "The International Times." The show, at London's Roundhouse, was called "The International Times All-Night Rave," and it lasted almost as long as the newspaper.
On this day in 1968, Led Zeppelin played their first concert ever (Surrey University was the site). Three days later they performed as "Jimmy Page's New Yardbirds" — confusing times indeed!
On this day in 1983, "Crumblin' Down" by John Mellencamp entered the singles chart.
On this day in 1988, Def Leppard set an impressive sales record when they became the first artists in chart history to sell seven million copies of two consecutive albums — "Pyromania" and "Hysteria."
McCain Burns Another Group
It's pretty obvious from the music they use at their rallies and appearances that John McCain's campaign doesn't care about artist's rights. So far this year, Jackson Browne, John Mellencamp, Van Halen, Boston and Heart's Ann and Nancy Wilson all had to deal with the Republican candidate using their music without permission. The latest complaint comes from Survivor, who are angry that McCain's people are using their song "Eye Of The Tiger." Singer/guitarist Frankie Sullivan lambasted the politician, stating the Republicans did not have permission to use the song and that playing it "can give people the impression that we are supporters of their campaign... (which) is not the case." Oh those wacky mavericks!
A ZZ Soundtrack
The soundtrack CD of ZZ Top's first-ever live concert DVD, which itself hit #1 upon its release earlier this year, will be released on November 4th. If you can't wait that long for a live dose of the Top, the boys will be co-headlining Love Ride 25 with the Foo Fighters at the Fairplex in Pomona on the 26th of this month.
Play Motley Today
Motley Crue's "Dr. Feelgood" has become the sixth full album available to play on Rock Band. You can download all 10 songs right now for Xbox and Playstation 3, but be aware that the drunken debauchery is not included.
Nominate Those Eagles!
The Eagles have so many nominations for the 36th Annual American Music Awards, you'd think they were performing on the ABC telecast on November 23rd. The band is up for the Artist of the Year, Favorite Artist - Adult Contemporary Music, Favorite Band, Duo or Group - Pop/Rock Music and Favorite Album - Pop/Rock Music (for their classic "Long Road Out of Eden"). Wonder who'll speak for them when they win?
Stanley's Acoustic
KISS guitarist/singer Paul Stanley's traveling art exhibition was in Washington, D.C. last Saturday. An exclusive private dinner for 30 art collectors followed the gallery show of Paul's paintings, and as the guests dined on star shaped crab cakes and pastries, Paul and KISS sideman Tommy Thayer played an acoustic set of KISS and Beatles classics. How cool would it be to get a recording of that!?!
Tyler Plays The Academy
When Massachusetts' Thayer Academy unveils their new Center for the Arts on Saturday, the Thayer students and their parents will be entertained by Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler, the Atlantic Symphony Orchestra, composer/pianist Suzanne Ciani (Thayer class of '64) and concert violinist Charles Castleman (Thayer class of '57). How did Steven make it in there? Besides the fact his appearance will bring in big money from donors, his daughter Chelsea graduated from the school last year, and his son, Taj, is in the class of 2010.
Quotes Of The Day
It was Samuel Johnson who said: "Integrity without knowledge is weak and useless. Knowledge without integrity is dangerous and dreadful."
It was Malcolm X who said: "If you don't stand for something you will fall for anything."
Discomforting Indeed
Meeting new people, complaining to neighbors about a loud argument and telling friends they have bad breath are among the things that make Americans the most uncomfortable. Nearly 35% of those responding to a PrimaLoft Comfort Zone survey expressed discomfort having to make introductions with people they didn't know, with more women than men saying they found that situation difficult. Nearly 70% of females and 60% of males noted they'd feel awkward having to tell the folks next door to keep it down. But halitosis is the biggest comfort zone offender. The survey found that having to point out a friend's unfortunate breath odor was among the top issues that made people uncomfortable, with 71% saying that breaking such news to a friend would make them uneasy.
October 16, 2008
Singer/bassist Fred Turner of Bachman-Turner Overdrive is 65.
Singer/guitarist Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead is 61.
On this day in 1793, during the French Revolution, Queen Marie Antoinette was beheaded — thus eliminating any chance of earning a backstage pass.
On this day in 1965, The Beatles' "Yesterday" held at #1 for the second week in a row.
On this day in 1966, Grace Slick made her first appearance with the Jefferson Airplane at the Filmore West in San Francisco. She replaced Signe Toly Anderson, who left the band to have a baby.
Forget the club tour! On this date in 1968, Deep Purple made their American concert debut at The Forum in Los Angeles.
On this day in 1971, Santana released the song "Everybody's Everything."
On this day in 1972, Creedence Clearwater Revival announced that they were breaking up.
On this day in 1982, "Somebody's Baby" by Jackson Browne peaked at #7 on the charts.
This Sunday night at 9 on 95.5 KLOS, OFF THE RECORD with Joe Benson will feature the music of Rush as well as conversation with drummer Neil Peart and bassist/singer Geddy Lee.
AC/DC's Hyping It
Crank up the promotion machinery! AC/DC's first album in eight years, "Black Ice," is out on Monday. To promote/hype the record, fully decked-out, interactive "Black Ice" trucks are "enhancing" fan experiences in L.A. and New York. Starting today, you can hear the new album and test out the yet-to-be-released "AC/DC Live: Rock Band Track Pack" video game when you find the truck at Hollywood & Highland. It will be at The Grove on Friday, roving Hollywood on Saturday, back at Hollywood & Highland on Sunday and Monday, at Universal City Walk on Tuesday and at the Farmer's Market next Wednesday.
Ringo Soils Himself
You have to wonder who (if anybody) is handling Ringo Starr's publicity. The former Beatle now claims he's "amazed" at the reaction from fans and the media to his terse video announcement that he would no longer accept fan mail or autograph requests after October 20th. Of course the ban was "in direct response to an inordinate amount of items which have recently appeared for sale on eBay and to those that repeatedly send cards and items to be signed." But why didn't he make that point in his initial statement? Now in a sort of damage control mode, he keeps repeating that the "no-autographs" message wasn't aimed at his "real fans" who know that he has "always signed items and is in fact the only Beatle to have been doing so." So where's his spokesperson?
Top Booking Mystery Solved?
Am wondering if the “scheduling conflict” that's caused ZZ Top to drop off the bill of Neil Young's Bridge School Benefit Concert on October 25th is their early afternoon co-headlining gig with the Foo Fighters at Love Ride 25 in Pomona on the 26th.
McCain Ticks Off Bon Jovi
Doesn't it seem like the John McCain/Sarah Palin campaign is using some new band's music without permission everyday? The latest: Bon Jovi, whose "Who Says You Can't Go Home" song has been blaring at the Alaskan governor's campaign stops over the past few days. Yesterday Jon Bon Jovi released a statement saying, "We wrote this song as a thank you to those who have supported us over the past 25 years. The song has since become a banner for our home state of New Jersey and the defacto theme song for our partnerships around the country to build homes and rebuild communities. Although we were not asked, we do not approve of their use of 'Home.'" But Jon, haven't you noticed that they just don't give a damn?
Davies Plots Return
"Due to overwhelming public demand," The Kinks' Ray Davies has had the London run of his stage musical, "Come Dancing," extended through November 8th at the Theatre Royal Stratford East. Three weeks after that gig ends, Ray will launch an 11-date late Fall solo tour of the East Coast. A busy man, that Mr. Davies.
Quotes Of The Day
It was violinist Ruggiero Ricci who said, "A specialist is someone who does everything else worse."
It was Arthur Baer who said: "His insomnia was so bad, he couldn't sleep during office hours."
Mucho Sick Days
A recent report by the American Hospital Association reveals that American workers miss an estimated 164 million days each year, costing employers over $30 billion. The top chronic illnesses causing workers to stay home are asthma, diabetes and hypertension. Asthma alone is the cause of about 900 missed work days per 1,000 workers. Hypertension causes nearly three million employees in California to miss work, and also accounts for 200 days missed for every 1,000 employees in the Southeast.
October 17, 2008
On this day in 1964, The Zombies released "She's Not There" as Manfred Mann's "Do Wah Diddy Diddy" hit #1.
On this day in 1969, Led Zeppelin began their third U.S. tour at New York's Carnegie Hall as they released "Led Zeppelin II." Rock & Roll!
On this day in 1969, the American Federation of Musicians rescinded a four-year-old order banning The Kinks from playing in the U.S. The ban — which almost bankrupt the band — resulted from an unauthorized appearance on the television show "Hullabaloo" in 1966.
On this day in 1970, Eric Clapton released the song "After Midnight" as "All Right Now" by Free peaked at #4 on the charts.
On this day in 1977, Lynyrd Skynyrd's last studio album with its original lineup, "Street Survivors," was released. The cover art showed the band members surrounded by flames. That artwork was quickly changed when three members of the group were killed in a plane crash three days after the album's release.
On this day in 1979, Fleetwood Mac's double-album "Tusk" was released.
On this day in 1995, Sting's former financial adviser, convicted of bilking the singer to the tune of $9.4 million, was sentenced in a London court to six years in jail.
On this day in 1999, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band played the first rock concert at L.A.'s brand-new Staples Center. The state-of-the-art acoustics allowed at least a full one-third of the audience to hear the show.
This Sunday night at 9 on 95.5 KLOS, OFF THE RECORD with Joe Benson will feature the music of Rush as well as conversation with drummer Neil Peart and bassist/singer Geddy Lee.
Tapping Top Tours
Every musician I've ever known would much rather cash a check than win an award, but they say that Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, the Police and Bon Jovi will all be competing against each other at the 2008 Billboard Touring Awards in New York City. The three acts are up for the Top Tour Award, given to the highest grossing trek, and the Top Draw Award, honoring the band with the most ticket sales. (Unc's tip: Don't bet against the Police.) The ceremony will take place November 20th.
Eagles Return To The Country
We all know that the Eagles performed at last year's Country Music Association Awards to promote "The Long Road Out Of Eden," their first new studio album in 30 years. Well that performance sold them a lot of product, so once again they'll playing on the CMA stage in Nashville. Oh sure, they've been nominated for the Vocal Group Of The Year award, but you know that those Eagles love their commerce! The 42nd Annual CMA Awards will air on ABC on November 12th.
Roddy/Charles
The big surprise isn't that Rod Stewart will perform at his buddy Prince Charles' 60th birthday party on November 14th — it's that he's doing it for free! The infamous penny-pinching singer's fee for private shows normally runs around $1.7 million. Just the same, the former Faces frontman is a longtime friend of Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, and he's an ambassador for the Prince's Trust. Stewart was also a friend of the late Princess Diana and was among the headliners at last year's fundraising concert in her honor, which was organized by Charles and Diana's sons William and Harry. To this we say, party on Roddy!
Devo/Hynde (Really!)
In one of the most unlikely triple bills of the year, three of Akron's most famous musical talents are performing together for the first time tonight. After 30 years away from Ohio, Devo organized a joint appearance with Rock & Roll Hall Of Famer Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders and The Black Keys blues rock trio. (Evidently James Ingram and The Rubber City Rebels were unavailable.) Tonight's Duty Now for the Future concert at the newly renovated Akron Civic Theatre is officially a fundraiser for Barack Obama and the Summit County Democratic Party — and it could get kinda strange!
Quotes Of The Day
It was Lawrence Clark Powell (after whom UCLA's Powell Library is named) who said: "Write to be understood, speak to be heard, read to grow."
It was Benjamin Franklin who said: "He that is good for making excuses is seldom good for anything else."
October 18, 2008
Chuck Berry, the Grandaddy of Rock & Roll, is 82.
Guitarist Gary Richrath of REO Speedwagon is 59.
Drummer Keith Knudsen of the Doobie Brothers would have been 56.
On this day in 1957, Paul McCartney made his live debut with the Quarrymen at the New Clubmoor Hall in Liverpool, England. Besides Macca, the line-up included John Lennon, Eric Griffiths, Colin Hanton and Len Garry. Any idea what ever happened to those others guys?
On this day in 1966, the Jimi Hendrix Experience played their first gig (in front of 14,500 deafened and confused Parisians) just six days after forming.
On this day in 1969, The Beatles released their first single not written by Lennon & McCartney — George Harrison's "Something."
October 19, 2008
Guitarist/singer Patrick Simmons of the Doobie Brothers is 60.
On this day in 1966, The Yardbirds, featuring Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page on lead guitars, arrived in New York City for their first American tour. After two shows, Beck left, forcing Page to handle all the guitar parts himself. When the group folded upon its return to England, Jimmy inherited the band's name, hired new personnel and changed the group's moniker to Led Zeppelin. For some reason, that really irritated Jeff.
On this day in 1968, Small Faces singer/guitarist Steve Marriott asked singer/guitarist Peter Frampton of The Herd to sit in with the band for a show in London. That marked the beginning of the highly successful Humble Pie, which Marriott and Frampton soon left their respective bands to form.
On this day in 1979, Journey released "Evolution," with Steve Perry behind the mic. The album was so named because the band felt it best described how their sound was changing.
October 20, 2008
Tom Petty is 58.
On this day in 1964, overexcited fans were arrested during The Rolling Stones' first concert at the Olympia in Paris. The stampeding fans broke windows at the theater before 150 people were arrested.
On this day in 1977, just days after releasing their "Street Survivors" album, three members of Lynyrd Skynyrd died in a fiery plane crash near Gillsburg, Mississippi. Ronnie Van Zant, along with Steve and Cassie Gaines were killed in that crash which, after investigation, turned out to be caused by the plane running out of gas.
No Zep/Some Zep
Something about Led Zeppelin's proposed Hollywood Walk of Fame nomination wasn't checking out, so guitarist/group leader Jimmy Page has declined to endorse the fan-driven petition drive. Meanwhile, word is that Pagey and John Paul Jones are featured in the Foo Fighters' "Live At Wembley Stadium" concert DVD, due out on November 18th. The package documents the Foo's two-night stand at the massive London venue last June, and also focuses on Page and Jones' surprise appearances.
Bruce & Billy (& Obama)
Who knew The Boss and The Piano Man were tight? Last Thursday evening, Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel performed a benefit concert in New York City to support Barack Obama's presidential campaign. During the show, the two played some of their classics and had a load of fun. The Boss hugged The Piano Man during "Spirit In The Night," and then laid across Billy's piano as he sang. Joel took on the guitar during "Glory Days" and the two even played a little of The Beatles' "A Hard Day's Night" in the middle of Billy's "River Of Dreams." After the show, Obama took the stage, speaking about how on the campaign trail, he's met some of the people that Joel and Springsteen sing about. The Illinois Senator also announced one of the reasons he's running for president is because he can't be Bruce Springsteen or Billy Joel. So how soon will a video of the party be available?
Rush Delayed
Oops... time waits for no one. Rush has delayed the release of their "Retrospective 3" greatest hits compilation until next year. The collection of songs from the trio's third decade together will now hit shelves on January 27th.
Bono/Edge In Town
The Edge and Bono are taking time off from finishing the new U2 album to honor B.B. King and Paul Allen of Microsoft at the Kodak Theatre this Sunday. B.B. will receive the Thelonius Monk Institute of Jazz Founders Award and Paul will pick up the 2008 Herbie Hancock Humanitarian Award.
The Book On Paul
Whether he wants it or not, a book about Sir Paul McCartney's life will be published in the Fall of 2010. The as-yet-untitled volume is being written by Howard Sounes, who penned the acclaimed 2001 Bob Dylan biography "Down The Highway."
Rich Gets Hitched
Congratulations to founding Deep Purple guitarist Ritchie Blackmore and his longtime girlfriend/musical partner, Candice Night. They were married on October 5th in that hot bed of Renaissance music, Tarrytown, New York. The bride and groom, who named their own Renaissance folk-rock group Blackmore's Night, celebrated their nuptials with a medieval-themed ceremony and performed together during the reception. While it could have been really cool, there's no word if a medieval version of "Smoke On The Water" closed out the party.
Quotes Of The Day
It was Oscar Wilde who said: "I can resist everything except temptation."
It was Winston Churchill who said: "An appeaser is one who feeds a crocodile, hoping it will eat him last."