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Killing Time (1992 Film)
Killing Time or Killin' Time may refer to: * Killing time, the act of being idle * The Killing Time, a period in late 17th century Scottish history Films * ''Killing Time'' (1979 film), a short film directed by Fronza Woods * ''Killing Time'', a 1984 film nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Short Film * ''The Killing Time'' (film), a 1987 film starring Kiefer Sutherland * ''Killing Time'', a 1995 short film by Damian Harris starring Eric Stoltz * ''Killing Time'' (1998 film), a British film by Bharat Nalluri * ''Killing Time'' (2007 film), a documentary by Annika Gustafson about the Bhutanese refugees Literature Fiction (Alphabetical by author) * ''Killing Time'' (Carr novel), a 2000 novel by Caleb Carr * ''Killing Time'' (''Star Trek'' novel), a 1985 ''Star Trek: The Original Series'' novel by Della van Hise * ''Killing Time'', a 1967 novel by Thomas Berger * ''Killing Time'', a 1988 novel by Robert J. Conley * ''Killing Time'', a 1996 Bill Slider mystery by Cynthia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Idleness
Idleness is a lack of motion or energy. In describing a person, ''idle'' suggests having no labor: "idly passing the day". In physics, an idle machine exerts no transfer of energy. When a vehicle is not in motion, an idling engine does no useful thermodynamic work. In computing, an idle processor or network circuit is not being used by any program, application, or message. Cultural norms Typically, when one describes a machine as idle, it is an objective statement regarding its current state. However, when used to describe a person, idle typically carries a negative connotation, with the assumption that the person is wasting their time by doing nothing of value. Such a view is reflected in the proverb "an idle mind is the devil's workshop". Also, the popular phrase " killing time" refers to idleness and can be defined as spending time doing nothing in particular in order that time seems to pass more quickly. These interpretations of idleness are not universal – they ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dave Lindorff
Dave Lindorff is an American investigative reporter, filmmaker, a columnist for ''CounterPunch'' and a contributor to '' Tarbell.org,'' ''The Nation,'' ''FAIR'' and ''Salon.com''. His work was highlighted by Project Censored 2004, 2011 and 2012. Born in 1949, Lindorff lives just outside Philadelphia. Career Lindorff graduated from Wesleyan University in 1972 with a BA in Chinese language. He then received an MS in Journalism from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism in 1975. A two-time Fulbright Scholar (Shanghai, 1991–92 and Taiwan, 2004), he was also a Knight-Bagehot Fellow in Economics and Business Journalism at Columbia University in 1978–79. In 2019, he was a winner of an "Izzy" for "Outstanding Independent Journalism" awarded by the Park Center for Independent Media. The prize, honored his career work as an investigative journalist and especially his December 2018 ''Nation'' magazine cover story, "Exclusive: the Pentagon's Massive Accounting Fraud ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Killin' Time (Clint Black Album)
''Killin' Time'' is the debut studio album by American country music singer-songwriter Clint Black. It was released on May 2, 1989, by RCA Nashville. The album, buoyed by the chart-topping success of its first four singles, was a huge hit upon its release, and established Black as one of the biggest new stars in country music. The album is currently certified triple platinum by the RIAA. " A Better Man", " Nothing's News", " Walking Away", " Nobody's Home", and " Killin' Time" were all huge hit songs. All of these except "Nothing's News" reached Number One on the ''Billboard'' Hot Country Singles and Hot Country Singles & Tracks (now Hot Country Songs) chart, while "Nothing's News" reached No. 3. In addition, "A Better Man" and "Nobody's Home" were declared the Number One songs of 1989 and 1990, respectively, according to ''Billboard''. Critical reception The ''Los Angeles Times'' wrote that "Black has a winning vocal style that evokes a very young Merle Haggard at times, and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sweet Savage
Sweet Savage are a heavy metal band from Belfast, Northern Ireland, formed in 1979. Future Dio and Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell was an early member. Since forming in 1979, Sweet Savage have released three studio albums, three singles and one demo. Their latest album, ''Regeneration'', was released in 2011. Considered one of the pioneers of the new wave of British heavy metal movement alongside acts such as Iron Maiden, Saxon, Diamond Head, and Def Leppard, due to a handful of songs, most notably, played and recorded live on the BBC Radio One - ''The Friday Rock Show''. The band however, only released two singles in their first incarnation, failed to record a single album and thus success eluded them, leading to their disbandment by 1983. The band reformed in 1984 with a different line-up, but did not last long. The band reformed for a second time in the 1990s, following Metallica's cover of their song "Killing Time" as a B-side for their " The Unforgiven" single, r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Killing Time (Tina Cousins Album)
''Killing Time'' is the first album by the British singer Tina Cousins. Originally released in 1998 and later released her home market of the United Kingdom on 12 July 1999, it was produced by Pete Waterman with co-production by Mark Topham and Karl Twigg. The album contained the song "Pray", which was released in the United States soon after its rapid success in both the United Kingdom and Australia. However, the single did not make an impact on American radio until late 2006, when it was added to the music databases of a few rhythmic/Dance music, dance format stations. The album also contained the singles "Killin' Time (Tina Cousins song), Killin' Time", "Forever (Tina Cousins song), Forever", "Angel (Tina Cousins song), Angel" and "Nothing to Fear" which, like "Pray", only became popular in the US in 2005 and 2006, after their release. Track listing # "Killin' Time (Tina Cousins song), Killin' Time" # "Pray File:Prayers-collage.png, 300px, alt=Collage of various religioni ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Killing Time (Mitchell Butel Album)
Killing Time or Killin' Time may refer to: * Killing time, the act of being idle * The Killing Time, a period in late 17th century Scottish history Films * ''Killing Time'' (1979 film), a short film directed by Fronza Woods * ''Killing Time'', a 1984 film nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Short Film * ''The Killing Time'' (film), a 1987 film starring Kiefer Sutherland * ''Killing Time'', a 1995 short film by Damian Harris starring Eric Stoltz * ''Killing Time'' (1998 film), a British film by Bharat Nalluri * ''Killing Time'' (2007 film), a documentary by Annika Gustafson about the Bhutanese refugees Literature Fiction (Alphabetical by author) * ''Killing Time'' (Carr novel), a 2000 novel by Caleb Carr * ''Killing Time'' (''Star Trek'' novel), a 1985 ''Star Trek: The Original Series'' novel by Della van Hise * ''Killing Time'', a 1967 novel by Thomas Berger * ''Killing Time'', a 1988 novel by Robert J. Conley * ''Killing Time'', a 1996 Bill Slider mystery by Cynthi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Killing Time (Massacre Album)
''Killing Time'' is the debut album by American experimental rock trio Massacre. It was released in September 1981, through record label Celluloid. It consists of a compilation of recordings made at Martin Bisi's OAO studio in Brooklyn, New York City in June 1981, and live recordings taken from their April 1981 Paris concerts. The group disbanded shortly after, eventually reforming 17 years later with Charles Hayward replacing Maher on drums. They recorded one more studio album and three live albums for John Zorn’s Tzadik Records. ''Killing Time'' was generally well received by critics of the time. Critical reception AllMusic called it "one of the most obscure and most wonderful" albums to come out of the early 1980s downtown avant-garde scene. Pitchfork Media opined that it "belongs in a pretty select group of great, instrumental avant-rock albums". A BBC review describe Massacre as "an unholy union of The Shadows, Captain Beefheart, Derek Bailey and Funkadelic", and call ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Killing Time (Girl Album)
''Killing Time'' is a British glam rock band Girl compilation album that was released after the band broke up. It was made with leftover tracks from the recording sessions of their two studio albums and unpublished tracks for a third studio album never released. Track listing #"Juliet" ''(Russ Ballard)'' – 4:16 #" Nut Bush City Limits" – 2:34 ''(Tina Turner)'' (Ike & Tina Turner cover) #"Mad for It" ''(Gerry Laffy)'' – 3:47 #"White Prophet" ''(Phil Collen, Phil Lewis)'' – 2:47 #"Green Light" ''(Laffy)'' – 2:58 #"This Town" ''(Laffy, Lewis)'' – 3:11 #"Aeroplane Food" ''(Gary Holton)'' – 2:48 #"Make It Medical" ''(Collen, Laffy, Lewis)'' – 2:57 #"Nothing but the Night" ''(Lewis)'' – 3:55 #"Big Night Out" ''(Collen, Lewis)'' – 4:10 #"I Got Love" ''(Laffy, Lewis)'' – 2:55 #"Lucky" ''(???)'' – 3:30 #"Killing Time" ''(Collen, Lewis)'' – 3:23 #"Naughty Boy" ''(Collen, Lewis)'' – 3:25 #"King Rat" ''(Lewis)'' – 3:19 #"Mogal" ''(Lewis)'' – 3:49 #"Love Is ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Killing Time (Bayside Album)
''Killing Time'' is the fifth studio album by American rock band Bayside. Background and production On March 12, 2010, it was announced that they group had signed to major label Wind-up Records and were expected to release their next album in the fall. The album was produced by famed British producer Gil Norton, who has previously worked with such bands as the Pixies, Foo Fighters and Jimmy Eat World. Release In August 2010, Raneri said the group were planning to have their next album out in early 2011. On October 6, ''Killing Time'' was announced for release in February 2011, and revealed the track listing. The group then embarked on the Out with the In Crowd Tour where they debuted new material from the album. On the tour, the group were giving away download cards which allowed fans to digitally download "Already Gone". On October 15, the album's artwork was revealed. On October 18, "Already Gone" was made a available for streaming. On November 15, "Sick, Sick, Sick" was made ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Killing Time (Australian Band)
Mantissa were an Australian hard rock band which formed as Killing Time in 1989. Killing Time included Nina Grant on bass guitar and vocals, Chris Paine on guitar, and Adam Pringle on lead vocals. In February 1991 they issued an extended play, ''Ruby's Mind'', which reached the Top 100 on the ARIA Singles Chart. Their ''Dream Alone'' (March 1992) extended play, peaked in the Top 30. Killing Time supported national tours by Jane's Addiction, Mudhoney, Scatterbrain and Baby Animals. In August 1992 Killing Time changed their name to Mantissa and followed with their debut album, ''Mossy God'', in October on Red Eye Records / Polydor Records, which appeared in the Top 50 ARIA Albums Chart. Their second album, ''Thirst'', appeared in August 1995 and the group disbanded in 1996. History Mantissa had formed in 1989 as Killing Time in Melbourne with Nina Grant (ex-Good and Evil) on bass guitar and vocals; Chris Paine (Utter Stench) on guitar; Adam Pringle (Compressed He ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Killing Time (American Band)
Killing Time is a New York hardcore band. From their beginnings in 1988, under the name Raw Deal, they went on to record two full-length albums and several EPs, singles, and compilation tracks. The band went through three hiatuses before formally disbanding in 1998. However, the band re-formed in 2006 and has been touring/playing since. Work on their third full-length album was completed in March 2009. History Early days as Raw Deal (1989–1990) Raw Deal was formed in 1988 by Carl Porcaro, Rich McLoughlin and Anthony Drago after they split from their former band, Breakdown. Anthony Comunale (ex-Token Entry) was recruited on vocals and Mike Sentkiewitz (ex- Sick of It All) on guitar to round out the Raw Deal lineup. The band soon recorded a demo cassette and began playing at various venues in New York City, most notably at CBGB's which was home to many hardcore punk acts at the time. Following a show at The Ritz (rock club), The Ritz, they were signed by In Effect Records wi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Edwyn Gray
Edwyn Gray (born 1927) is a British writer who specialises in naval writing although at times has written short stories. He was born in London and educated at the Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe. He read economics at the University of London and then joined the British civil service In the United Kingdom, the Civil Service is the permanent bureaucracy or secretariat of Crown employees that supports His Majesty's Government, the Scottish Government and the Welsh Government, which is led by a cabinet of ministers chosen .... His writing career began in 1953 when he started writing for magazines. His first book was published in 1969, and he became a full-time writer in 1980. He moved to Norfolk and devoted his time to writing, research and consultancy. Bibliography His books have been published both in the United Kingdom and the United States, and many have been translated into other languages. His works include: *''A damned un-English weapon: the story of British submar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |