Memphis.

Been on this bands dick so hard.

The Bittersweet Morning After

They were moments stolen from the archives of time itself. Moments that begged both of us not to end them. So we did our best not to. Holding each other hostage from obligations that would occur in the next few hours, ones initiated by the suns presence in the east, and eventually a departing flight. Moments we would strive to never forget.

Christmas Mindstate

Not working retail does wonders for the Christmas Spirit. Its redundant but the whole consumerist portion ruins that shit. I was in the bookstore the other day, actually just passing through, when a woman cut me off with her baby stroller. She completely sacrificed the well being of her newborn child to get to a rack of books. Sometimes, i feel the "nigga", in me arise, if it would've arisen, picture bruce banner [Enter Black Hulk]. I had every inclination to kick the shit out of the stroller and i could careless about the baby contained therein. See, the season can do that to you. It can take a mild mannered individual and reduce him to a brainless primitive state, a territorial "Alpha" shopper, I'm expressing dominance, bow down to my supreme fruegalism and sheer purchasing power.

So, to counteract, I have compiled some Christmas Songs, not the overly saturated bullshit you hear and want to choke yourself or eat your moms poinsettia, just some semi-obscure shit to vibe out to.

Note. some tracks may or may not be on existing compilations. Another Note: I made the cover. that is all.


Link> http://www.megaupload.com/?d=SND71GE1




1. Presents & Gifts - I.N.T.
2. That Magic of Christmas - I.N.T.
3. Close your mouth its christmas - The Free Design
4. That was the worst christmas ever - Surfjan Stevens
5. Just Like Christmas - Snow Patrol
6. Christmas Trees - I.N.T.
7. This is Christmas Wonderland - I.N.T.
8. My favorite things - Andre 3000
9. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - Oh No (remix)
10. This Time of the Year - I.N.T.
11. Greensleeves- John Coltrane
12. Christmas is Coming Soon - Blitzen Trapper
13. Skating - Vince Guaraldi
14. Ive Got my love to keep me warm - Billie Holiday
15. Christmas Time is here - Ivy
16. Santas Coming Over - Low
17. Sleigh Bells and Wine - Jason Gleason
18. Lo, how a rose er'e blooming - Feist
19. Kwaanza - Georgia Ann Muldrow

Inspiration in the most unusual places.....The Male Sex in the City

I'm sure you've heard of it, Californication, the Shotwtime original series starring David Duchovny (yes, that dude from the X-files). From a male chauvinistic, standpoint.....An abundance of Ass, Titties, and Big Booty Bitches. From an artistic standpoint.......Genius. They have created this character, a writer, who epitomizes most artist's creative processes. He composes his breakout piece, then abruptly finds life less than inspiring. He is constantly told he should be writing more...but doesn't. I relate extremely well to this fictional character, why?, i see those same actions and lack thereof in my own artistic endeavors. I've been told im good....really good, but I'm still reluctant to create the works i know I'm capable of, why?, who knows, possibly an extreme sense of self-criticism and modesty? Whatever...I'm working on it!

I am most intrigued at how accurate the lifestyle portrayal is, there is a skewed psychology in the mind of an artist. I'm psyched that this series portrays that in a modern fashion, and believably. The excessive exposure of Tit-tays isn't bad either.

Good Job Showtime.

Oh and as a counter measure against my artistic dormancy, i purchased supplies from art systems to continue my series....What Bitches!!???

So, it is settled, Barack Obama is our next President. I am enthralled mainly because of what his election represents. It is the collapse of the traditional middle-aged white male political regime. Tradition is thrown out and change, as cliche as that term has become, is a reality. Although i can't imagine how my elders felt, seeing a half black man become elected President when 50 some years ago they were fighting and dying for the right to even participate in an election.

In was no doubt intense, and even more surreal when friends began to call me, weeping tears of exuberance, Damn thats powerful.

With all that being said, i can't help but notice the watchful eyes of the public, on his decisions as President Elect as well as President. Its a recurring situation when any minority gets into a position of power, watchful eyes wait for a mistake or any sort of stereotypical action to validate societies predisposed stereotypes. With watchful eyes, people are waiting... hoping for the opportunity to say, "see, thats why a [black man] can't run, and shouldn't run this country."

Catchtwentytwos

jazzzin: Christian Prommer - Drum Lesson vol.1

Lovely Jazz Blog i came across the other day, check it outjazzzin: Christian Prommer - Drum Lesson vol.1

Orlando and Kellog's Spokespeople

You know them, the streets are littered with them and the crumbs left in their wake. What is it with Orlando being synonymous with insincerity. The shallowness of these so called individuals is ridiculous. In the three years i've lived here i've met more pretentious people, male and female than ive met anywhere else, including New York. Is it the fact that Orlandos residents are known for being full of shit, and as a direct result, no-one is willing to entertain any depth beyond an exchange of names and profession in social interactions.

Maybe its the way I view a connection,i believe when two individuals meet, they exchange information to find a common interest, possibly build on one or maybe just simply desire to be enlightened by the knowledge each possess. I find a generalization a friend made before i moved here, more and more true and correct daily. He said, "Brandon, 95% of the people who live in Orlando are full of shit." I'll be damned if I dont whole heartedly believe that now.

During a recent visit, I thought New york would be just as bad, but the ironic consistency is that people in New York dont give a shit, but those sentiments are consistent with everyone outside of a circle of friends, maybe because of the population.....who knows regardless, Its an equal display of Apathy.

So i said that to say this, Fuck, your breakfast cereal attitude, cornflake, cant call a nigga back, to fly for this city, to cool for school, fake celebrity, book cover judging ass! peace

Monkey: Journey to the West

This pretty much had me on the edge of my hypothetical chair...i mean seriously, its fuckin amazing.
As of now, chances are pretty slim i'll see it any time soon, so the soundtrack will have to do.

The Monkey: The Journey to the West

Monkey: Journey to the West is a stage adaptation of the 16th Century Chinese novel Journey to the West, by Wu Cheng'en. It was conceived and created by the Chinese actor and director Chen Shi-zheng, together with the British musician Damon Albarn and British artist Jamie Hewlett. However, the original idea came from Jean-Luc Choplin, head of the Chatelet Theatre in Paris[citation needed].
The production received its world premiere as the opening show of the inaugural Manchester International Festival, on June 28, 2007 at the Palace Theatre, Manchester, where it ran until July 7. It was subsequently staged at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris between September 26 and October 13 2007. The production received its U.S. premiere at the Spoleto Festival USA in Charleston, SC in May 2008. A further run was planned for the Berlin Staatsoper in July 2008, but instead took place at the London Royal Opera House.
Billed as a "circus opera", the show is Hewlett and Albarn's first major collaboration since Gorillaz. Albarn composed the musical score while Hewlett designed the visual concept, set and costumes. The adaptation for stage has been written by Shi-zheng, who also directs the production. Dramaturgy is by David Greenspan. The show features Chinese singers and 70 Chinese acrobats and martial artists. The orchestra put together for the production includes members of the UK Chinese Music Ensemble (led by Cheng Yu), Demon Strings and Sense of Sound.

Whats the Science

Man...I'm beginning to vaguely understand the language of male/female interaction. Being older, i'm aware of a certain dialogue that takes place between two consenting adults, a sexual banter synonymous with politics in the dictionary definition of the word.

We engage in conversations using our wits to insinuate our desires whether they be physical or emotional. I think that this understanding only reveals itself with maturity, as youngins we say whatever we want not necessarily meaning it to get that ass,
like babies learning how to walk. As we grow socially, you learn this dormant scientific method of "Flirting." It is not what i say now but how i deliver it, and for the most part it is honest and whole hearted. So, by no means am i embracing a player lifestyle or even player techniques, i am definitely a one man woman, I'm just being coherent and willing to exercise and participate in this particular dialogue......as often as possible.

Carlos Nino plays J-Dilla

I came across this little gem a few months ago. It's Carlos Nino's (Ammoncontact, Build an Ark ) orchestral version of the late J-Dilla's production of Common's Nag Champa(the original to jog that memory) from the album Like Water For Chocolate. It's almost unrecognizable on the first listen, but the shear magic of the track serves as proof. I love this tune. It takes me back to elementary school.......with the plastic chairs and fat pencils, enjoying snacks and watching the original Parent Trap........word up.

The Slow Churn of the Art Wheel

I started a drawing yesterday to follow through with an idea i had. The conditions were prime, twas a perfect sunny mid-day. My roommates were out for the day and i was completely alone with my thoughts. I was working on a plane of about 24x30, larger than any drawing i had completed in the past with the exception of a large Marley reproduction. Although its partially incomplete, i have mixed feelings. Again present are the feelings of inadequacies in skill and extreme self-criticism. I enjoy it because its a catalyst for works to come but im still frustrated because i think it displays my limits. In class there were works i thought were crap but thrilled my instructors. Maybe its a personal vice i have to over come. I am determined not to be discouraged and continue to relay my messages through my work in my own style.

Chill way Out: The Sea and Cake

The Sea and Cake.....sounds like the recipe for a case of the bubble guts, but in actuality, its a band one would most likely enjoy chillin by the sea and having a slice of cake. The chilled out melodies and harmonies allow the mind to drift naturally into a state of extreme bliss. The strong jazz overtones create a mid-day atmosphere prime for creation and inspiration.

The band was formed in the mid-nineties in Chicago, Illinois from the dissolution of two previous bands, The Coctails and Shrimp Boat. The Sea and Cake consists of Sam Prekop (vocals, guitar), Archer Prewitt (guitar, piano, vocals), John McEntire (percussion, drums, some synthesizer) and Eric Claridge (bass, synthesizer). With over eight album releases to date under their belt, time has only seasoned the chill down sound prominent in the majority of the releases. My attention was captured with Car Alarm (2008)and subsequently Everybody and Oui. The Earlier Releases tend to rely on synths and drum programs, but towards the late nineties the sound embraced the softer more organic approach
Sam's Vocals are subtle, and breeze over the tracks like a summer wind, never too intrusive or overbearing. The perfect music for long drives, studio soundtracks or a trip to the beach with a fat blunt (if you're into that kinda thing).
If i had to make a musical comparison...think a mature version of Tahiti 80, but judge for yourself!

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The Sea and Cake-Car Alarm 2008

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The Death of the SB Dunk

The Nike dunk SB(skateboard) appealed to many because of its low profile form, styling, and its collectible quality. It was/is an alternative to the Air Force One, a shoe that represented everything that was wrong with modern Hip-Hop Culture, it was big, bulky, and all too basic. Those who thrived in alternative/skate culture used the dunk model as an identifier for the [separatist] group. Enter the Hypebeast, what developed as a cult following has erupted into a full-on manic craze. I too was guilty of the hype, spending the most I've ever spent on a pair of shoes in my life ($180 for the Reese Forbes).

Now i feel like too many people are up on it. Its mega popular to have a pair of SBs, as well as the sentiments that owning a pair will get you some sort of automatic clout in suburban society. It's disappointing to see a twelve year old boy rockin' the Sbs (he undoubtedly camped out to get, after asking random people where they purchased thiers) without knowing the history of the line. I'm over it, perhaps I'm getting old....condemning anything representing change, or maybe its just a desire to continue the forward thought even in footwear and fashion.

Obama Mix Download

i have put together a little something for those interested parties..no pun intended. I mixed down Barack Obama's DNC speech from 2004 over 4 of Ohio producer Fat Jon's instrumentals

Fat Jon captures the mood in his music by choosing samples that evoke passion and emotion and layering them over smooth drum cadences.

Obama's speech in 2004 was one of the most powerful all encompassing speeches I've heard since MLK, and JFK, yeah..i know bold ass statement, but its a true story. Regardless of who you vote for or voted for, i hope that you will see the similarities, and differences that make us "Americans" and work with one another so everyone can realize our potential as a nation and as individuals

Click on link below or post in your web browser to download

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=VXU5SD8C

Enjoi -Nu

Why a Blog?

So..for my first post....what would be more fitting than a few reasons why i decided to create a blog. Lately I've been thinking of things and feeling certain ways that i think warrant documentation. Something that goes beyond the institution of myspace blogs and facebook status updates. The most recent feelings are pretty much pertaining to what i hope to accomplish with art, (one of which being a dedication to creating it professionally), music, passions and simple general philosophies for life and love. I can't promise that it will be entertaining, but i can promise it will be at the least, honest.   -Nu