(Weekly news filter, in case you missed anything. We know that ‘Notables‘ section is a little inconspicuous.)

Lil Wayne uses drug?

Right off my post for ‘Pop Bottles’, Lil Wayne goes and does some dumb ass shit — he gets arrested for drug possession. I guess he was jealous of Birdman’s criminal activity and decided to try and one up his fellow rapper. [RawkBlog]

A Shining Star Burned Bright, Burned Fast, and Burned Out

Heath Ledger is no more. While probably best known as a gay cowboy, his performance as “Skip” in Lords of Dogtown was woefully under-appreciated. Go check it out before you see his swan song as The Joker in The Dark Knight. Respect. [New York Times]

Coachella Lineup Announced

The lineup for Coachella ‘08 is out and about. Is it as impressive as last year? Not quite. Is it tempting? As always, until we think about multiple days in the heat, amongst stupid stinky people, and being outdoors. [Quater Life Party]

It’s Okay To Like Shitty Movies?

Deep commentary on the need for a connection to mainstream society or just an elaborate excuse for liking crappy movies? You be the judge. [Monitor Mix]

The Oscar Noms Were Announced

Oscar noms. They’re out. Check it. Juno got some. Johnny Greenwood didn’t. Nuts! [The Movie Blog]

Tokyo Police Club Face The Elephant In The Room

Oh what? Tokyo Police Club have finished a full length album!? It’s called Elephant Shell? Ha Ha Ha. Good one. [ Brooklyn Vegan]