Definitions by Denis Baldwin

headbanger's ball 

A late night show on MTV that once showcased metal and hard rock acts of the time. This gave a big break to many aspiring talents (Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, etc.)

Let's get some pizza and beer and watch Headbanger's Ball

headbanger's ball by Denis Baldwin June 30, 2004

top shelf 

The best of the best. Usually refers to where wine or liquor are kept in a specialty liquor store. The best stuff is kept at the top for display until someone needs it.

This Don P. is top shelf.

top shelf by Denis Baldwin June 30, 2004

big beaver 

Big Beaver is the actual name of a road (sometimes called "16 Mile") in Detroit, Michigan. The ironic part is that along I-75, the road is Exit 69.

Dude, you're gonna miss the exit onto Big Beaver! How can you forget it's number 69?

big beaver by Denis Baldwin June 30, 2004

vaporware 

Anything (usually software, but can be anything) that is promoted and marketed without ever actually being produced.

When I started Vaporware Records, I did so with the idea of never making an album but starting chaos none the less.

vaporware by Denis Baldwin June 4, 2004

Linder

The captain of Team Linder and possibly the greatest DJ in all of Detroit.

Did you see Linder rock that double set of Tom Sawyer?

Linder by Denis Baldwin June 3, 2004

Makeshift Patriot 

A saying made famous by freestyle rapper Sage Francis, a Makeshift Patriot is someone who only is patriot when they have to be.

Where were all the flags before 9-11?

Makeshift Patriot by Denis Baldwin June 3, 2004

West Coast Choppers 

Company owned by Jesse James to produce custom choppers. Very famous pop culture brand these days.

Tyson owns a custom bike from West Coast Choppers

West Coast Choppers by Denis Baldwin June 3, 2004