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Monday, August 15, 2005

“Democracy Subverting Douche Bag”

Posted by on August 15 at 9:47 AM

The Brooklyn band Kids Against Combs wanted to name their new album Sean Hannity (631) 673-8003, which was actually Fox News Republican hack Sean Hannity’s home phone number. Mr. Hannity, it seems, was not amused (especially since the band intended on listing the blowhard’s home address in the liner notes as well), and threatened a lawsuit. The new title of the record:The Album Formerly Known As Sean Hannity’s Phone Number … Currently Sean Hannity Is a Democracy Subverting Douche Bag. Hannity’s digits are now unlisted.

The Boston Phoenix has the full story.