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September 1, 2010

Damn, I'm 30.

Where does the time go? Seems like yesterday I was getting up at the crack of dawn to throw on some clothes, shove a bowl of cold cereal down my throat, and make it out to the bus stop in time to catch a ride to grade school.

All these years later, little has changed. I get up a little later, but still throw on the clothes and eat that bowl of frosty grain and milk.

I face this day with a sense of genuine gratitude. I've had many acquaintances over the course of 30 years, but only a few true friends. I'll see several of them later today. Looking forward to that and getting to spend the later part of the evening with my lovely fiancée.

I don't normally publicly acknowledge this day, but it's the big 3-0 so what the hell.......Happy Birthday to me!

August 25, 2010

For all you Droid users out there, this is a follow up to the subject I addressed on LK Shoot 64.

If you've been waiting patiently (or seething) for the long-awaited, and yet still unfulfilled long-promised Froyo update to be pushed out by Verizon, you don't have to keep sitting here with your fingers crossed, hoping that the almighty powers-that-be will grace you with the courtesy of actually following through on what the hell they promised they'd do sometime soon, or otherwise forevermore.

I grew tired (and tired) of waiting all the while being forced to carry a smartphone that only utilizes half of what it's capable of. I did some vast research and took it upon myself to unlock the true power of my Droid Incredible by upgrading to Froyo on my own. The mythic update leaked and has been hacked and tweaked to near perfection by the good, hard-working folks at xdadevelopers.com.

I hacked my way to Froyo goodness by taking the following steps:

Rooted using the unrevoked method.

Unlocked the security restrictions on the firmware (also known as a nand unlock or otherwise forevering) using the unrevoked forever method (see link above to find the proper method for your Droid).

Upgraded the radio in the phone (very touchy, but crucial operation -- worked flawlessly for me by following the directions properly).

Performed a full backup and clean wipe, then installed SkyRaider (aka hacked/tweaked/leaked Froyo).

I love this OS. It feels good to have a completely working smartphone that I have full control of, devoid of carrier-limitations via stupid marketing positioning and propaganda. Among the many tasty goodies unlocking your phone brings, one of my personal favorites is the wireless tethering. I'm sure you've heard the phrase 3G mobile hot-spot, which essentially allows you to turn your smartphone into a wireless router that you can connect your laptop/mac/pc/etc to and have internet access anywhere on the 3G network. It'll come with the official release of Froyo, and is a fee-based wireless tether app courtesy of Verizon (the same guys who don't want you canceling your $70+/mth wireless internet plan). Screw that. Rooting my Incredible allowed me to install a 3rd-party tethering app that completely bypasses Verizon's fee-based hot-spot feature and make full use of the $30 unlimited data plan I'm already paying for. To hell with another fee on top of that. No thank you.

All in all, rooting and upgrading to Froyo is well-worth the risks in my view. For those who've been tempted to try it, yes there are heavy risks involved. You must follow the directions implicitly or could end up with a brick (a phone that is worthless forevermore). This operation should be a snap for those who live, breathe, eat, sleep, and shit technology. For those who don't live it by waking moment, but rather like to dabble in it occasionally like me, it will come as a mild challenge. But, one that is accomplished through patience and attention-to-detail. Study the instructions and follow them accordingly. Novice users may want to refrain. Wait for Froyo to be eventually pushed out by your carrier, or have your techy buddy handle this procedure for you. However you go about it, I highly recommend rooting regardless of how you pursue Froyo. Set your Droid free!

August 18, 2010

Favre returns to the Vikings.

FAVRE RULES!

Looking forward to one more year from the greatest.

August 12, 2010

I always wondered who this "American History X Guy" that I supposedly "looked like" was before I ever saw the movie. Back when I sported a shaved head and a goatee (before the full beard era) I used to get that all the time. One day I got curious and watched the movie. "Ah, I see," I mumbled to myself. "I guess I do resemble him a little."

Just shaved the beard off for the first time in more than four years (I shave my head practically once every two or three weeks) and immediately the comments returned after all that time.

yea, this

Looking at the two pics side-by-side, one can see we're definitely not brothers. But, I suppose I can see the similarities and why I'd remind American History X fans of Derek Vinyard, (aka Ed Norton) although I've never forced anyone to "bite the curb".

Btw, the movie was quite good. Couldn't help but wonder if Derek would revert to his old ways had the movie gone on longer or if there'd been a sequel.

August 9, 2010

I've been getting a lot of questions on why the Shoot of the Week ended. The final episode covers it well, but for those seeking more info, I have addressed it a little further in a recent FAQ entry.

Thanks again to everyone who are sending their warm thoughts and well wishes. I am extremely proud that the show established the kind of following it had/has. Thank you all, very very much.

August 9, 2010

The FILMOGRAPHY section just got a huge make-over. Added all bits from the Shoot of the Week that were strong enough to stand on their own including the new EL NOPAL restaurant review.

August 4, 2010

In light of the sweltering heat wave most of us are experiencing, I just added an Autumn countdown to remind us that relief isn't too far off. Hopefully summer dies a quick, agonizing death come the 9/22 equinox. Here's hopin'.

July 25, 2010

Welcome to the newly revamped lordkayoss.com. As much as I loved the old layout, it was just a little too old and primitive looking. So much that I finally got around to restructuring it a little. Hope you enjoy.

July 10, 2010

The Shoot Archive has gotten a major make-over. Navigating should be much more simplified along with identifying older episodes.

July 6, 2010

This month marks 7 YEARS! For seven consecutive years, lordkayoss.com (formerly welcometomynightmare.tk) has been up and running without interruption. Thanks to all who visit here. I appreciate your interest and support.

May 12, 2010

Brand new site launch! Affiliate DirtyTriad.com is up and running! Head over to check out the happenings in the land of DT rebellion.

March 22, 2010

As mentioned on LK Shoot 045, The Lair has officially arrived at lordkayoss.com! It's been 6+ great years with Dot TK, but it was time for an upgrade. Update your bookmark to lordkayoss.com and go green-free, lol.

January 25, 2010

My latest film, entitled Looking Down The Barrel, is technically LK Shoot Episode 037, but is a short documentary on the Shoot itself answering many FAQ's.

December 22, 2009

Just added the short, silent film LK & The Big Fat Burrito to the FILMOGRAPHY section.

December 14, 2009

Just added the new LK FAQ section, as well as updated the ABOUT ME.

September 8, 2009

Just added the new FILMOGRAPHY section. This is the current list of any digitized film I have either written, directed, starred in, and/or produced that I claim either full or partial authorship in chronological order since establishing the lordkayossrippro youtube channel in 2008. I will update it accordingly as new (or older) films materialize.

July 17, 2009

Introducing the new BLOG ARCHIVE. Mostly for my own personal use. But, if there's a particular entry in The Khronicles of Kayoss you've missed or can't seem to find due to the mess Myspace creates with the profile only linking the newest five entries, feel free to browse the archive for all postings since I arrived on the site back in 2006.

July 15, 2009

This month marks 6 YEARS! For six consecutive years, welcometomynightmare.tk has been alive and well. And seeing how .tk domains get deleted if a certain traffic quota isn't reached every 90 days, I'd say we're doing pretty damn good! Looking forward to another year of creativity and rebellion. Would we be happier any other way?

May 27, 2009

Introducing the LORD KAYOSS SHOOT OF THE WEEK! A weekly open forum vlog where I express my views and personal beefs on current events and anything else of my choosing. New videos stream every Monday from my MYSPACE PROFILE and are archived after one week on this site in the SHOOT OF THE WEEK ARCHIVE.

May 3, 2009

Manny Pacquiao OWNS Ricky Hatton!

April 17, 2009

ABOUT ME and HORROR HALL OF FAME sections updated.

April 13, 2009

A Nightmare On Elm Street - Review In Response (to AVGN) is complete and broadcasting on youtube.

March 16, 2009

A short bit of me being interviewed about the Cards receiving the #1 overall seed for the 2009 NCAA Tournament. And yes, for those asking, my voice is a little screwy here. I had recently had a bad cold and had a hard time speaking without coughing. So, during this interview my throat was slightly "flexed" to hold it back which made me sound different.

March 4, 2009

As of 3.3.09, my one year anniversary since becoming exclusive with the woman of my dreams, I am happy to announce our official engagement. I love you so much, April.

February 1, 2009

It has been COLD!

August 20, 2008

As of last month this site has been up and running for 5 YEARS!
But, who friggin cares!? Hit me up on myspace. Lots have happened in my world over the past year.

May 25, 2008

"Tribute to Maxboxing Mods", now in "Memoirs".

September 18, 2007

Just posted my exclusive interview from the Wrestling Hot Wire web radio show. Got a call a couple weeks ago to come on the show and talk about my wrestling career as well as my views on the current state of the industry. Finally decided to speak my piece on it all. For those interested, you can find it on the "Kayoss" bio page in the IOWF section.

July 26, 2007

As of this month the site has been up and running for 4 YEARS!

June 28, 2007

"In Memory of Chris Benoit", now in Memoirs.

April 16, 2007

This is a little overdue, but I have officially arrived on myspace. Journey to my page at www.myspace.com/lordkayoss.

July 24, 2006

As of this month the site has been up and running for 3 YEARS!

July 23, 2006

New vids! I have updated my personal IOWF bio with a "Kayoss Highlight Reel" as well as the IOWF Video section with the "Kayoss & Hitman - The War" music video, both via youtube.com. You can watch these videos straight from this site instead of hunting them down on youtube. Check it out!

January 1, 2006

"Memoirs" updated. Just added the original, UNCUT version of my "Owe Me Money? GOOD!" post.

August 20, 2005

Music Video posted!! "Kayoss & Hitman - The War" is now up in the IOWF Video Clips section. Check it out today!!

August 15, 2005

For my fellow cinema freaks - The Horror Hall of Fame page is up and running. Enjoy!

July 15, 2005

As much as I hate change I finally decided to revamp the site a bit. This new layout should make navigating a little easier.

July 13, 2005

My year-long silence is broken. Check out Memoirs for the latest update on the recent happenings.