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CAN WE WHO MAN THE SHIP OF STATE DENY IT IS SOME WHAT OUT OF CONTROL. --Ronald Reagan via Was (Not Was)

THE DOLLROD BLUES
1 string-ed bandit!
The highlight of the Detroit Rock Revival, a benefit show for Marty Morris, was Danny Dollrod preaching the blues following a set from The Sights. He sat himself in the center of the stage and plugged in his home-fashioned, one-string electro-blues board. Apparently those extra strings just get in the way of the blues, who needs 'em!

JUST THIS ONCE
Because we now how much you miss Uncle Grambo and your daily dose of underage actress buzz: Catfight between Hillary Duff and Lindsay Lohan... schmears! buzz! obvs!

SEA THIS
Retrobuzz chats with Sea Ray. Hey, we met you guys in an NYC pizz parlor last year... how'd the Seasame Street thing work out?

Dancing in the Streets.....
coffee & cigarettesThe Freep lets us know everything there is to know about Movement, including the after parties, the lineups, who to see and what the fans have to say.

Leave your pacifiers at home this year. The News breaks down this year's hot fashions for Movement.

If watching a guy play a record doesn't interest you, Melody gives us some other options for weekend fun.

Who knew? The singer for Foghat is from Livonia.

The movie "Coffee and Cigarettes" opens this weekend and the movie features Jack, Meg and Iggy. The only place you can see it though is at the Uptown Birmingham 8.

101.9 WDET will be hosting a cyber auction this weekend.

No roadwork till Tuesday!!!

Steve Conway, who runs the music during Pistons games at the Palace, has not 1, but 2 articles written about him today.One article says he works about 70 hours a week while the other says he works 50-60. Someone over at the Palace better check out this guy's time sheets.

Detroit's goin' to work! The Pistons take on the Pacers tonight in game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals out at the Palace.

FINALLY
The Movement Festival schedule has been announced.

BACHELOR NO MORE
It's soon to be Mr. & Mrs. Bachelor Bob, sorry ladies. BUT WAIT... D-O-Double Gizzle is on the market.

TOMORROW NIGHT
motherCome out to the Magic Stick for a show that benefits Marty "Mother" Morris of the Cyril Lords. He collapsed at band practice, suffering a potentially life-threatening stroke. He's recovering well, but is unable to work and has massive medical bills. Part of the evening's proceeds will go to Grande Nationals' bassist Scotty Hagen, who was recently attacked in the Cass Corridor. Slated to play are The Go, Back In Spades, The Sights, The Hentchmen, Faith Gazic (of Terror at the Opera) and Esquire. 9pm - $10 (more if you can) - 18+


MOVEMENT '04
movement 04
Cruise over to Rob's Blog for a stellar preview of this weekend's Movement Festival.

FAHRENHEIT 9/11 WINS CANNES
Michael Moore's film Farhenheit 9/11 nabbed the prize at Cannes Film Festival.

"POLITICS AND POWER"
Eminem hosted the Detroit Hip Hop Summit this past Saturday at the Fox Theatre. A soldout audience of 4,831 was on hand to see the panels filled with stars such as Eminem, D12, members of G-Unit and the Ying Yang Twins. Russell Simmons told the crowd, "Certainly you trust Eminem more than you trust (Defense Secretary) Donald Rumsfeld." More from Adam Graham of the Detroit News.

HEY BOB SEGER - LOOKOUT!!
This tune is in the running for best song ever. MCR discovered awesome Seattle punk rock crew at D-Pollen.

OOPS... that song is here. Sorry about the bad link folks!

TOUGHER THAN YOU
Bad-Ass 12 Year Old Kicks Alligator's Ass

"I used to do a little but the little wouldn't do"

Melody profiles the Grande Nationals who are playing on Saturday at D-Pollen.

The News previews all the big musical events taking place this weekend.


The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History has a new exhibit entitled “Rock My Soul: The Black Legacy of Rock and Roll". The show features paintings from 10 visual artists that are Detroit based. The showing begins on Sunday and runs through March of 2005.

The Freep takes a look at D Pollen, as does the Oakland Press

Kwame "the hip hop mayor" Kilpatrick gives his thoughts on this weekend's Hip Hop Summit.

The Freep has news on upcoming Detroit cd releases and the $35,000 worth of prizes Shipwreck Union won.

Gary Graff of the Oakland Press tells us all about the Detroit Lollapalooza shows which go on-sale Saturday.

MCR EDITORS' PICKS: D POLLEN

friday, may 21--------------------------------
the band: Thunderbirds Are NOW! (Friday, Hastings Stage at 8 p.m.)
the advocates: Mr. Gary, Ryan N. Sult, Jacquie
At the Hamtramck Blowout, TAN! lit up the Belmont like the Central Park Christmas tree with a set that included headstands, anthems and blatant audience-to-band-member genital cupping. Who doesn’t want to see how the band tries to top that? -Mr. Gary

the band: Back in Spades (Friday, Hastings Stage at 11 p.m.)
the advocate: Ryan
If you haven't seen Back in Spades yet, "the time is now!" These days a lot of parents are buying into the 'Mozart for Babies' phenomenon, but it sounds like these guys had Sonic's Rendezvous Band pumping from day one. Their debut release, The Time is Now, has become on a standard of the MCR office Hi Fi. We're thrilled to hear they've been behind the mic at the White Room to bring us more of what we desire. -Ryan

the band: Whiskey Tenor (Friday, Buzz Dome Stage at 9:30 p.m.)
the advocate: Mr. Gary, Big Matt
Even without the prominent placement of the word “whiskey”, this would still be good old fashioned drinking music by any other name. Melding the worlds of folk, Americana and country, Whiskey Tenor slinks through laid back musical excursions not unlike the various styles of Wil Oldham. It won’t be loud and it won’t be flashy, but this set should be solid regardless. -Mr. Gary

the band: Whirlwind Heat (Friday, Hastings Stage at 12 a.m.)
the advocate: Amanda, Ryan N. Sult
Give your ears a break from garage rock/bluegrass/country/r&b and just FREAKOUT! Of course, if you really wanted to give your ears a break, Whirlwind Heat would be the wrong choice entirely. However, if you want to see some skinny dudes flopping on the floor like goldfish who rocked themselves right out of the bowl, this is the band for you. -Ryan

the band: The Salt Miners (Friday, Buzz Dome Stage at 11:30 p.m. – also, Sunday, Hastings Stage at 4:00 p.m.)
the advocate: Mr. Gary
Tim Pak sits in with members of the Trash Brats and Disgratziata to pluck out some bluegrass tunes. Yes, that’s right, bluegrass. Both of the Salt Miners’ performances should be easy highlights of the weekend. -Mr. Gary

more friday picks:
from jacquie: The Dollfaces (Friday, Tangent Gallery Stage at 10:15 p.m.)
from big matt: Prime Ministers (Friday, Tangent Gallery Stage at 8:15 p.m.)

from amanda, big matt: The Elevations (Friday, Hastings Stage at 1 a.m.)

saturday, may 22--------------------------------
the band: The Ruiners (Saturday, Tangent Gallery Stage at 10:15 p.m.)
the advocate: Mr. Gary, Ryan N. Sult
God only knows what these guys are capable of now that they’ve received even the slightest redemption in the public eye. The best bet is that whatever the band pulls out Saturday night, it’ll be really loud and destructive in some way. -Mr. Gary

the band: A Thousand Times Yes (Saturday, Buzz Dome Stage at 7:30 p.m.) – Easily my favorite band from the area right now, as I can’t say that I’ve ever heard a band that sounds quite like this – it’s like garage-Americana with peppy undertones and cool dual-vocal parts. Something about the music is spooky, almost eerie, and yet, at the same time, completely uplifting. Hell, the live shows even feature flute solos by bassist Sparx – I mean, seriously, how can anyone go wrong with a flute solo? -Mr. Gary

the band: Gore Gore Girls (Saturday, Hastings Stage at 11 p.m.)
the advocate: Amanda, Big Matt
In their own words, "The Stooges meet the Ronettes." These are the type of girls that rock circles around the boys. Plus, they take their name from a 1972 Herschell Gordon Lewis horror film about go-go girls in distress - how cool is that? -Ryan

the band: Bedford Drive (Saturday, Buzz Dome Stage at 9:30 p.m.)
the advocate: Mr. Gary
I’m sure the kids will be down for this set, but even the scenesters need to be careful, lest they find themselves tapping their feet and nodding their heads to Bedford Drive’s infectious take on catchy two-guitar rock. The band’s live sets are remarkably tight, and this one should be energetic, to say the least. -Mr. Gary

the band: Audra Kubat (Hastings Stage @ 6 p.m.)
the advocate: Jacquie, Ryan N. Sult
Audra Kubat has a voice made of gold - there I said it. Her capacity to shape musical lines is incredible and she possesses a unique ability to pull back the intensity, leaving phrases dangling in mid-air. -Ryan

more saturday picks:
from jacquie:
Tiny Steps (Buzz Dome Stage @ 11:30 p.m.)
The Sights (Hastings Stage @ 12 a.m.)
from big matt: BBQ - eating is good!

sunday, may 23--------------------------------
the band: El Boxeo (Sunday, Hastings Stage at 5:00 p.m.)
the advocate: Mr. Gary
The last time I saw El Boxeo was something like a year-and-a-half ago, but the show involved keyboards, a violin, someone switching between bass and guitar, multiple vocalists (both male and female), and some terribly catchy songs … and just think -- the band’s had a year-and-a-half to improve on that stellar first impression! -Mr. Gary

the band: Bad Wizard (Sunday, Hastings Stage at 9:00 p.m., and also on Saturday, Hastings State at 10:00 p.m.)
the advocate: Mr. Gary
Rock. Rock. ROCK. The slightly stoner-rock, very 70’s-rock tendencies of Bad Wizard will rock the socks right off your feet, through your shoes and right out to that damned ‘missing sock planet’ that only washing machines seem to be able to reach. The band plays twice at D*Pollen, which means there’s no excuse not to check out at least a few minutes of this touring band at some point this weekend. -Mr. Gary

the band: Jettison Red (Sunday, Buzz Dome Stage at 10:30 p.m.)
the advocate: Mr. Gary
For some reason, most hipsters seem to have issues with Jettison Red’s well-polished rock-and-roll stylings (I think it has something to do with some weird scene aversion to the term ‘radio-friendly’). Regardless, the band’s tight live, and most certainly worth checking out for anyone planning on sticking around for the close of D*Pollen Sunday night. -Mr. Gary

more sunday picks:
from jacquie:
The Come Ons (Hastings Stage @ 11 p.m.)
from big matt:
Tough & Lovely (Hastings Stage @ 10 p.m.)

TOLEDOROCKS.COM?
New legislation may require the Detroit rock community to flee the state.

SUBURBAN FLIGHT BLIGHT
Murder Rate Skyrockets, Even Rats Flee to Burbs. link via whatevs.

DETROIT DRUMMER ELVIN RAY JONES DIES
Elvin Ray Jones passed away yesterday in New Jersey. The Pontiac native played with Miles Davis, Duke Ellington and Charlie Parker - and was a member of John Coltrane's quintet.

SLIP N' SLIDE
"We'll leave the vaseline on for you." This story reminds us that you never really know what when on in that motel room before you checked in.

tonight @ small's
tongiht
8pm, $5, 21+

EFF U DISNEY
Anti-Bush Film Does Well at Cannes

BACK WITH EVEN MORE OF A VENGEANCE

i'm a ramrod!
Legendary Detroit punk act The Ramrods will once again be gracing a Detroit stage with their chaotic brand of rock n' roll. Detroit clubs haven't experienced such a level of punk mayhem since February 8, 1978, when the Ramrods played the Red Carpet Lounge. Word on the street is that they will be playing a few shows including an August 14 date with The Go and Cinecyde. Motorcityrocks will have more details for you as they emerge.
Photo above: The Ramrods jam together for the first time in decades last week in Detroit.
Photo below: You've seen the now, here's the then. Photo by Katy Hait.
i'm a ramrod!


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may 8 @ magic bag
under my heels

NEW AT MOTORCITYROCKS
"Look out honey, caus' I'm usin' technology!" We've added a new section to the forum where bands can post direct links to MP3's. It will be a cool way to check out Detroit bands and see what everyone is up to (and it will amuse you at the day job). Thanks to the Kingsnakes for being the first to post four hot tracks.

OCTOPUS LOVE
See you lovebirds at the Joe!

NEXT TUES IN NYC
Pas/Cal scores Modern Age buzz. They play Sin-e next Tuesday.

YIKES!
Four grand for five songs?? That's even more pricey than those early White Stripes EPs on Ebay.

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IN THE D
tonight: Les Infants Terrible. Sleazy Synths and Strong Drinks. Last time was killer.

tomorrow: The Dollfaces. Free in-store performance. Roseville Record Time. 4pm.

Get out your cowboy boots and 10 gallon hat and head for Hart Plaza this weekend for the 22nd annual Downtown Hoedown.

Embrace your inner geek at the Motor City Comic Con at the Novi Expo Center starting today. Guest include "Hellboy", Alfonso Ribeiro and a bunch of people from sci-fi kinds of stuff.

CUBICLE CHATTER
gangster.blogspot.com? If that's available, I call it. Now you get a laptop with your gang initiation.

This gang is a friendlier sort... Jack, Loretta & the Do-Whaters.

Speaking of tough guys... give him back the carrot or he'll get violent, bitches!

these links via the ultra hip amg-ers dave & matt, thanks bruthas.

I Can't Stop Thinking About It.

Dirtbomb's drummer Ben Blackwell gives a recap of what went down on the band's trek to Australia. Link via the Metro Times

LOOKIN' FOR LOVE......

Hey guys if you're looking for a date this summer these could be for you. Head over to Craigslist Detroit if you see something you like.

I'm a student trying to work my way through school. It's hard to find summer work around here so I'm looking for an older man to help me out with expenses. We can work out the details between the two of us.
Are you an older man in the Ann Arbor area? Do you want a summer partner and/or companion? E-mail me with what's on your mind and we'll talk.


Detroit-bred rock-n-roll girl. Living the good life in the sunny south, life is never as good as it is in the big easy. Just wish I had a sexy rockin' Detroit boy to share all of this with me.

Jack and Loretta have plans for 2 more albums and possibly a tour.

BLOGGER BLOWS
Why, they screwed up our shows! We'll straighten it out and get you kids the show listings for next week asap. And yes, Thursday is first this week... thanks for the "upgrade" blogger!

CRUISE OVER TO CREEM
Hey, hook us up with one of those brews, Julie!

Then check out what the Creem scribes have to say about Detroit folks Blanche, Powertrane and even Soupy Sales!

PLUS... while you're there, you'll definately want to enter to win the two new Was (Not Was) reissues. Just don't knock me outta the race!

Concert Review: Under My Heels @ Magic Bag


Do you remember where you were on Friday, May 8th? No matter what your answer, you should have been at the Magic Bag for Under My Heels – A Detroit Rock Extravaganza. Very rarely can you see five great acts in one evening, and apparently a lot of people did - the bands played to a sold out crowd. If you passed the show up, here’s a re-cap of what you missed:

First up, The Hard Lessons, an East Lansing-based band. The trio has a Motown/R&B/rock sound, something that few groups in the area can pull off. Unfortunately, I arrived after their set, but have been fortunate enough to catch them before. With Augie (Gin) Visocchi on guitar and lead vocals, Christophe (The Anvil) Zajek-Denek on drums and Korin (Ko Ko Louise) Cox on keyboards and vocals, The Hard Lessons bring the soul back to Motown. Ko Ko's powerful vocals stand beside some of the strongest Motown tracks.

Next, Los Coronados took the stage while Faster Pussycat! Kill! Kill! played on a screen behind them. Comprised of members from The Avatars and The Sirens, the trio has a pure rock n' roll sound – even singing in Spanish for a song or two. Playing only their second show…ever, Los Coronados rocked the Magic Bag to its core. The group, originally formed in Argentina, showed their South American roots when drummer Claudia Leo abandoned her sticks for maracas. Los Coronados includes Charlie Lorenzi on lead vocals and guitar, Claudia Leo on drums and Melody Liscious on bass and backing vocals. I think it’s safe to say Los Coronados are well on their way to becoming a rock favorite.

The Avatars took the stage next. The Ann Arbor-based group has a poppy, catchy sound that keeps your feet tapping. Probably one of the best-dressed groups in the city, The Avatars light up the stage whenever, and wherever, they play. With Mariah Cherem on lead vocals and tambourine, Chris (Box) Taylor on lead guitar and backing vocals, Charlie Lorenzi on guitar, Theresa Kiefer on bass and Claudia Leo on drums, the quintet kept everyone in the venue movin’ and shakin’ through their entire set.

Nice DeviceWith their new album Birth of a Lover for sale, The Nice Device shimmied up to the stage next. Fronted by Alicia Gbur (vocals, guitar), the band – not quite “garage rock”, not quite “mainstream” – weaves a sound that can knock you off your feet. Catchy song writing, driving rhythms and Gbur's pop vocals are a great combination. Matt Lannoo (guitar, vocals), Matt Hatch (bass, vocals) and Nick Gerhardt (drums) round out the quartet and fill out the sound.

The Sirens, headlining Under My Heels – A Detroit Rock Extravaganza, took the stage around midnight. Never failing to impress, with their music or fashion sense, these five talented ladies rocked the sold out crowd – hard core. With a red, white and blue, Evil Knievil inspired ensemble, The Sirens did what they do best…rock out. Deanne (drums), Michelle (bass), Melody (guitar), Aran (guitar), and Muffy (vocals) thoroughly entertained the crowd – as they always do. Always a fan of surprises, The Sirens brought a special guest saxophonist on stage for their Alice Cooper and Aerosmith covers – the last two songs of the evening. Kelly Argyle of the Afflictions added an element to the show that’s not normally seen in Detroit. Her sassy saxophone playing provided a wonderful end to a rock packed night. -Jacquie Trost

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I HEART NYC
And apparently they think we're okay too... check out the mention of
motorcityrocks.com in New York Magazine's article on
taking a weekend in Detroit Rock City. Screw the Hamptons, weekend
in the Motor City, yo! They also mention our friends Pure Detroit, the
Doll Rods, D-Pollen, the Bronx and many more.

The Go K.O. Audiences in the West
The Go are getting big ink and drawing big crowds on their western swing.
Here's what Denver's weekly magazine has to say about
our favorite wayward sons.

D LIFE
Love, Michigan Style, Part 7625

The Joy of Living in Detroit, Part 6827

"Friday I'm in love"
The Free Press brings us the 2004 Nightlife Guide so now you know that Pontiac is the hottest place around.

Go away William Hung. He will unfortunately be performing tonight during halftime of the Pistons game.

More news on the huge drug bust in Hamtramck yesterday.

Check out the debut of Last Tourist this Saturday at Paycheck's. Some of D-town's best bloggers such as Peabs and Glamorama make up this band along with C Friggs and Gorilla all part of the FOW nation over at Whatevs.

Rock band Troubleman is profiled today in The News. Catch them at the Hard Rock this Wednesday.

Gray Graff of the Oakland Press previews the Blanche show on Saturday and "Sacred and Profane: A Collection of Sonic Art" which is a sound exhibit curated by Liz Copeland.

Jay-Z hangs with Prince Charles.

Soul Singer Van Hunt is in town this weekend and says he loves Detroit and it's music, or maybe he just wants to suck up to the city.

Here's a preview of The Strokes show which will be happening at the State on Monday.

Dude where's my stash?

This afternoon the Feds seized 4,000 pounds of pot in Hamtramck. I guess the Detroit area is now going to have to find a new supplier.

The Free Press released the "Best of Detroit" list today, however you can only read it in a print copy.

Unoriginal ideas continue around this town, this time it's "The Reporter" on Channel 4.Other crappy rip-off shows around town include "The Intern" on Channel 7 and the worst of them all, "Pass the Mic Detroit".

"Lovely Rita Meter Maid"Here's a Q and A with a Royal Oak parking enforcement officer, aka "meter maid".

Here's the latest on the Movement Festival which takes place in about 3 weeks.

Who knew, CD's and DVD's really don't last forever.

Detroit News readers let us know what songs are best for driving.

SATURDAY @ MAGIC BAG
detroit rock extravaganza!
under my heels
So much rock for one night. Cruise over to the Bag and check it out... $7, 8pm 18+
Check out this week's Metrotimes for the lowdown on The Hard Lessons.

"Ain't it funny how the night moves"
The O.C. loves Seger!!!!

Reviews of the latest D12 and Patti Smith cd's.

The Funk Brother's are being sued by the compnay who produced "Standing in the Shadow's of Motown".

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition to hit Detroit, hot. Ty is so dreamy.

FEEN-TASTIC!
feeny!
Dave Feeny displays his mad pedal steel chops on Tuesday's Letterman Show. The rest of the Do-Whaters, including Jack White, joined Loretta Lynn for the White/Lynn duet "Portland, Oregon." You can catch them later in the week on the Today Show. Thanks Fotog!

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car payments... CAR INSURANCE
Something is effed up in this city. If you feel like you're getting screwed, protest!
Who: Everyone is invited-it is free
When: May 8, 2004, 12 noon-2 pm
Place: Hart Plaza Amphitheater

Rock City

Ok kids here is the lowdown for the Rock City Fesival The music starts at 3 and runs till 11 with doors opening at 2. The show is taking place behind the Majestic complex. Best of all the show is free and all ages are welcome. These are the bands that are confirmed so far.

Detroit Cobras, The Sights, The Valentinos- The Avatars- Gold Cash Gold, Pas/Cal, The Hentchmen, The Go, The Nice Device, The Greenhornes, Back in Spades, The Sirens, The Paybacks, The Dirtbombs and Brendan Benson.




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CHECK ID's FIRST
... at the bare minimum guys. Sick Fuck Soldiers Torture Canadian

ANN ARBOR IS THE NEW DETROIT
Why did he do it? "He just felt like making the attack and wanted to go to prison, Ann Arbor Police said."

MOLEST THIS!
Try your hand at making him look like a human. Link via Matt @ AMG

WHITE STRIPES GET CHOPPED
chopped!Is that a White Stripes shirt on the Discovery Channel's American Chopper? Yep... last week, the Son - Paul Teutul Jr. (ORANGE COUNTY CHOPPERS), wore a WHITE STRIPES t-shirt in a segment on making the BLACK WIDOW chopper. Thanks Fotog.


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Nuclear physicist and the oldest living Nobel Peace laureate Sir Joseph Roblat becomes the newest board member of PEACEJAM.

WHO'S TO SAY?
Well, Entertainment Weekly had something to say... they recently reviewed the Blanche album If We Can't Trust the Doctors and gave it a B. Apparently "B" is for "Buzz" because crooner Dan Miller has been offered the role of Luther Perkins in the upcoming film about Johnny Cash.

LITTLE RED SHOES, BIG RED GUITAR
Tune in the Letterman Show tonight for Loretta Lynn and Jack White, as well as the rest of the crew. Link via Zac.

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DONALD TRUMP OF THE WILD, WILD MIDWEST
mc madman
Ted Nugent's new reality show Surviving Nugent hit the tube Sunday on VH-1. Unsuspecting channel surfers got smacked with the Ted Commandments, which include gems of wisdom such as: "Thou shalt salute and honor thy Nuge or thou shalt risk thy chance of having a cattle prod shoved up thy ass," and "Thou shalt not kill without a tasty marinade of garlic and butter."

HITTING THE RHODES: BLUES SCHOLARS
blues scholars
John Sinclair and his Saugatuck Blues Scholars will be playing few shows on the west side of the state. In addition to Motor City cultural icon John Sinclair, they also include Creem magazine editor Brian J. Bowe (sporting the Creem shirt, of course). You can catch up with them here:
May 8 - Sand Bar, Saugatuck
May 9 - The Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts, Grand Rapids (wsgs Morale)
May 10 - Kraftbrau, Kalamazoo (wsgs Man At Arms)

CANONS & CARTOONS, FOR THE KIDS
Proof That Frat Boys Are Just a Bunch of Loose Canons.

Cartoon Character Doesn't Want Doll in His Image.

Arabs Irked at Cartoon Character's Israel Visit.
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