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Keroncong originated and developed in Java with great Portuguese influence using the ukelele and other stringed instruments. It was brought to Malaysia from Java in the 15th century. One style of keroncong which developed is called 'langgam jawa' which uses many of the rhythmic patterns heard typically in gamelan music along with the pelog scale. In this style there is a great amount of gamelan influence.

The Insect Shield repellent shirt

6 Legged Tees

We love being outside. We hate bug bites. After many hikes, many barbecues, and many adventures in the great outdoors, we at 6 Legged Tees got tired of getting bit. We decided we needed something that could repel bugs without a whole bunch of work.

PowerTrekk Water-Based Gadget Power

LAS VEGAS — You’re on the road, far from any outlet and your precious cell-phone is thisclose to running out of juice. You look around and the nearest thing to you is a dirt road and—wait, what’s that? A little babbling brook. You’re saved! No, not because you can get a cool drink, but because now you can recharge your smartphone. You can, that is, if you have myFC’s new PowerTrekk portable, water-powered fuel-cell charger — and if it works as advertised.