stephen w. thomas's definitions

Brightonshire

The collective counties of West and East Sussex.

"I went down to Brightonshire the other day. Twas sunny like the windfart.

by Stephen W. Thomas May 9, 2005

Elvis Presley

Elvis Aaron Presley, in the humblest of circumstances, was born to Vernon and Gladys Presley on January 8, 1935. Elvis’ musical influences were the pop and country music of the time, the gospel music he heard in church and at the all-night gospel sings he frequently attended, and the black R&B he absorbed on historic Beale Street as a Memphis teenager. In 1954, he began his singing career with the legendary Sun Records label in Memphis. By 1956, he was an international sensation. With a sound and style that uniquely combined his diverse musical influences and blurred and challenged the social and racial barriers of the time, he ushered in a whole new era of American music and popular culture. He starred in 33 successful films, made history with his television appearances and specials, and knew great acclaim through his many, often record-breaking, live concert performances on tour and in Las Vegas. Globally, he has sold over one billion records, more than any other artist. His American sales have earned him gold, platinum or multi-platinum awards for 150 different albums and singles, far more than any other artist. Among his many awards and accolades were 14 Grammy nominations (3 wins) from the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, which he received at age 36, and his being named One of the Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation for 1970 by the United States Jaycees. His talent, good looks, sensuality, charisma, and good humour endeared him to millions, as did the humility and human kindness he demonstrated throughout his life. Known the world over by his first name, he is regarded as one of the most important figures of twentieth century popular culture. Elvis died at his Memphis home, Graceland, on August 16, 1977.

"I believe in the Bible. I believe that all good things come from God. I don't believe I'd sing the way I do if God hadn't wanted me to." - Elvis Presley

by Stephen W. Thomas May 13, 2005

neo-townie

Any person who claims to be alternative or indie but is actually are townie in denial. Similar breeds are sprouting up over the country. See also skownie.

"That girl is SEXY!"
"No she's not. She's such a neo-townie."

by Stephen W. Thomas October 12, 2004

dancey-dance

A particularly happy dance, best described as an improvised jazz-hand influenced skank-like dance.

'When I'm jovial, I do the dancey-dance!'

by Stephen W. Thomas May 14, 2005

wondabulous

A mixture between 'wonderful' and 'fabulous'. Used to make your miserable lives just a tad better.

'That steak was wondabulous!'
'Not nearly as wondabulous as the ketchup.'

by Stephen W. Thomas May 13, 2005

turd monkey

1) A phrase which is used to express disgust towards a person. Not to be mistaken with monkey turd. A turd monkey is generally someone who annoys or disgusts you, but can be used on anyone who generally pisses you off.
2) A statue of a monkey made out of a turd.

1) "You complete and utter turd monkey."
2) "That's a good turd monkey there, Stan."

by Stephen W. Thomas October 12, 2004

Copthorne

the place where the hobbits don't live.

"I'm off to Copthorne."
"Oh, no. You won't find any hobbits there. Try Middle Earth."
"Is that near Crawley."

by Stephen W. Thomas November 10, 2004