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__label__wiki	0.836093	0.836093	AFI return for Australian headline tour For AFI, the name of the game has always been about evolution, so it’s always a nail-biter to see where they land with each release. Enter The Blood Album, proving they are as fired up now as when they began. The blood, sweat, tears and thousands of sold out shows have morphed AFI into one of the most ferocious live acts in the world today. They will be bringing it to Australia in full force this September, showcasing songs from across their incredible catalogue. Joining the band are Basement. Since the release of their Triple J Feature Album Promise Everything, there has been no stopping the UK act on their road to gaining an intensely devoted posthumous following. Returning to Australian shores fresh from their sold out headline tour in 2016, the band will be gearing up for their biggest tour here to date, where they will be bringing their highly energetic and engaging live show to the stage in support to AFI. Completing the lineup is Introvert. With an eccentric, raw and emotional live performance, Introvert has been making waves both here in Australia and Overseas. They were recently featured as Triple J Unearthed’ Featured Artist and one of their “10 artists to watch in 2017”. Introvert also recently completed national tours with Birds of Tokyo, Balance and Composure, Hellions and a spot on Groovin the Moo, and are a killer addition to this incredible lineup. Tickets on sale 9am Monday 15th May. Sat 9th Sept - Sydney, Big Top, Luna Park (Lic/AA) - tickets from Oztix Sun 10th Sept - Melbourne, Forum Theatre (18+) - tickets from Oztix Tue 12th Sept - Adelaide, HQ (Lic/AA) - tickets from Oztix Thu 14th Sept - Perth, Metro City (18+) - tickets from Oztix Sat 16th Sept - Brisbane, Eatons Hill (Lic/AA) - tickets from Oztix © Caught in the Mosh Contact	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2502
__label__cc	0.65898	0.34102	J@mpel About J@mpel Burma: People Power Rising J@mpel posted a topic in Information from all over the world Hello, I thought you might like to know about this: Burma is ruled by one of the most brutal military dictatorships in the world. For decades the Burmese regime has fought off pressure--imprisoning elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi and democracy activists, wiping out thousands of villages in the provinces, bringing miseries from forced labour to refugee camps. But last Tuesday Buddhist monks and nuns, revered in Burma, began marching and chanting prayers. The protests spreadà¢-Ã¢â‚¬Ânow they're growing by tens of thousands every day, as ordinary people, even celebrities and comedians join in. http://www.avaaz.org/en/stand_with_burma/t...?CLICK_TF_TRACK Peaceful protesters numbered 20,000 on Saturday, 30,000 on Sunday, 100,000 today. This week, they could win a new life for their country. In the past, Burma's military rulers have massacred the demonstrators and crushed democracy. This time it can be differentà¢-Ã¢â‚¬Âbut only if the world stands with the Burmese. Global leaders are gathering now in New York for the annual United Nations summit. In speeches and press interviews, we need them to show Burma's military junta how grave the consequences will be if they crush the protesters with violence this time. Click below urgently to sign the emergency petition supporting the peaceful protests in Burma, it'll be delivered to UN Security Council members and the UN press corps all week: http://www.avaaz.org/en/stand_with_burma/t...?CLICK_TF_TRACK Thanks! J@mpel started following Belgian Government Cancels Dalai Lama's Visit May 11, 2007 Belgian Government Cancels Dalai Lama's Visit J@mpel posted a topic in Environment, food, health, education... The Belgian government has asked the Dalai Lama to cancel a long-planned visit to Brussels this week in response to pressure from Beijing, which opposes foreign trips by the exiled Tibetan leader. The Belgian request is linked to the upcoming visit of a Belgian trade delegation to China, led by Crown Prince Philipe. The cancellation of the visit also comes on the eve of the EU-China human rights dialogue on May 15-16 in Berlin. The Dalai Lama was due to have visited Brussels to meet with European Parliamentarians and attend a conference of NGOs supporting Tibet but has agreed to cancel the visit after intense pressure from the Belgium government. The following is an excerpt from the Tibetan Government in Exile's press statement in response to the announcement: The Chinese government's persistent attempts to exert pressure on small nations to restrict the movement of His Holiness the Dalai Lama is a case of outright bullying, gross interference in the internal affairs of a sovereign state, setting an unfortunate trend in international diplomacy and undermines the efforts that have been made to create a conducive atmosphere for a just and speedy resolution of the issue of Tibet. From here karmic effects of eating meat J@mpel replied to Khyenrab's topic in General Dharma discussions Thany you Dani for your answer. How does Buddhism look on eating egg? Is that also killing? What are the karmic effects of that?	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2515
__label__cc	0.583646	0.416354	Download When the Devil Calls Your Name Episode 6 Home > When The Devil Calls Your Name > Download When the Devil Calls Your Name Ep 6 English Subbed More when the devil calls your name downloads Download When the Devil Calls Your Name Episode 1 1:16:00 High Definition Download When the Devil Calls Your Name Episode 10 1:05:34 High Definition Solomon’s Perjury Based on the novel “Solomon no Gisho / ソロモンの偽証” by Miyuki Miyabe which was published from 2002-Oct to 2011-Nov. This novel have been made into Japanese TV drama “Solomon’s Perjury (Part 1 & Part 2)” which were released on 2015-March-7 and 2015-Apr-11. A male student’s body has been found at the school in Christmas morning. After the police has determined it as suicide, an anonymo...... Drinking Solo This drama is about the slice-of-life and daily activities around the teachers, students, staffs of a private institution that prepares for civil service exam around the area of Seoul’s Noryangjin. The characters like to drink alone afterwork for their own reasons. The story also depicts the romance between Jin Jung Suk and Park Ha Na. Jin Jung Suk (Ha Suk Jin) is a good looking and professional star le...... Three Dads One Mom Song Na Young and her husband, Jung Sung Min, desperately want a child but her husband is unable to get her pregnant. Her husband's friends decide to help them. But Na Young suddenly loses her husband in an accident and she gives birth to her daughter but does not know which of her husband's friends fathered her child. The father of Na Young's child can either be Han Soo Hyun, Choi Kwang Hee, or Hwang Kyung Tae....... This drama is about a man who is in shock of losing his daughter and a woman who lives in the past, struggling to save the ones they love. Kim Seo Jin (Shin Sung Rok) is a very successful man with a great job and great family with his wife, violinist Kang Hyun Chae (Nam Gyu Ri) and daughter. But one day his daughter is kidnapped. To change the fate of his daughter he contacts Han Ae Ri (Lee Se Young) one ...... Lee Soo-jung (Ha Ji Won) is a travel agent who is seeking her good luck in Bali after a harsh and unforgiving childhood. She meets Jae-min (Jo In Sung), Kang In-wook (So Ji Sup), and Young-joo (Park Ye Jin) in Bali, three seemingly perfect people entangled in a triangle of love. When Lee Soo-jung finds herself back in Seoul, her desire for success leads her to seek Jae-min for a job, unwittingly setting off a course of ...... A drama about the lowest class of servants during the Joseon era. In Yub (Jung Yoo Mi) is a beautiful noblewoman who becomes a servant overnight when her father is framed and labeled a traitor. She ends up falling in love with a fellow servant, Moo Myung (Oh Ji Ho) who is the most attractive servant and skilled warrior in Hanyang. He is also a mysterious man who hides his real identity and pretends to be ......	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2518
__label__cc	0.673049	0.326951	Dan Barnes Cost, availability, performance, security - stacking up the benefits of Managed Network and Hosting services in FX Dan Barnes sets out to discover more about how players across the FX trading spectrum can benefit from Managed Network and Managed Hosting services. Like strata of wildlife on a hot savannah, traders seek out liquidity pools across the FX landscape in different ways and with different motives. Consequently, they are evolving into highly specialised beasts. For some, the emphasis is on finding liquidity reliably, with broader parameters on spreads and speed as a result. Others need to monitor markets every millisecond so sub-millisecond opportunities can be pounced upon. Jay Hibbin, regional sales director for Financial Services in EMEA at CenturyLink says, “There is commonality around access to liquidity. I think for traders, picking a network provider who has got reach to a number of platforms and venues, multi-broker platforms, but also single-source platforms as well, and the big banks is important. So the broader the reach of the network provider the better, and I think that’s across all trading firms.” However at a more nuanced level there are clear specialisations which affect firms’ infrastructure use. For retail FX brokers the development of a connectivity network in-house would be like putting a camel’s hump on a hippopotamus, unnecessary and inconvenient. Yousaf Hafeez, director for Capital Markets Development at BT says, “A lot of these brokers will be looking at a managed service, simply because it’s significantly cheaper than going away and doing it themselves. They like the idea that they can pass all these complicated technology requirements onto a company which specialises in that field to guarantee that performance.” While there is considerable variation In terms of cost, he says connectivity alone could mean a far higher rate compared with a managed service, depending on the route. However a managed service can be about a far greater set of services than connectivity. The whole technology environment needed to run a business may be included. “One of the things we have in our portfolio is the ability to manage their hardware, their software up to the operating system (OS) level and including the OS level and also to look at their current inventory and rationalise some of the infrastructure for them, by using the cloud or by using virtualisation of the existing servers,” says Hafeez. For a large number of retail FX customers the internet is adequate for posting a few trades per day, or even per week. However some key customers may say they want a more robust, solid service as their levels of activity begin to reach the limits of typical retail activity. “At that point retail FX brokers may ask for a higher quality network, and what they find is by offering the capacity to handle higher volume retail users on their network, they receive an increase in order flows,” Hafeez explains. “So as an example, over the internet they may have been getting 50 orders a day, and what they see by using a more robust network may double that.” Even where they increase the robustness of their infrastructure, retail brokers will typically not require the same levels of low-latency performance that is needed for firms that are running highfrequency, proprietary-trading strategies. Ralph Achkar, Director for strategic alliances at Colt Capital Markets says, “Hosted services may not have the sort of low latency that one might need when determining high-frequency trading (HFT) for example. However if you are offering a retail FX trading service that’s not really going be so much of an issue. Then of course there are other considerations which might be around security, or around data transfer.” Jay Hibbin “...the broader the reach of the network provider the better, and I think that’s across all trading firms.” THE IMPORTANCE OF LIQUIDITY IN LARGE SIZE Institutional traders and brokers typically trade in larger size, which can risk market impact where liquidity is poor, or at small size but higher volume, which creates a high level of order cancellation. A more nuanced view of liquidity is therefore very important for these traders. In the FX space liquidity is increasingly becoming an issue as traditional sell-side firms engage less in the market. In its 2016 Liquidity Survey, State Street found that 49% of respondents expect the importance of non-bank liquidity providers to grow. The risks that poor liquidity creates in the market was highlighted on 7 October when Sterling plunged against the dollar and bounced back in a ‘flash crash’. While the circumstances are still being investigated by the Bank of International Settlements, previous flash crashes in other instruments – including US equities and US treasuries – were attributed to a combination of dealer withdrawal, highly automated trading and illusory or phantom liquidity. According to a Bank of America Merrill Lynch report issued on 5 October called ‘The illusion of liquidity’, these were the same circumstances that the FX market was facing at the point of the flash crash. For firms that both need to engage with HFT liquidity and distinguish between phantom and real liquidity, having a highly connected set of market places to support price formation and liquidity access is imperative. “I think for some sub-segments like the HFT firms, obviously there is a much narrower focus around latency and where the network is interconnected to, for example particular data centres,” says Hibbin. “That discussion can get extremely detailed around how connectivity is put together, and what is the optimum in terms of latency between key liquidity pools.” Yousaf Hafeez “A lot of these brokers will be looking at a managed service, simply because it’s significantly cheaper than going away and doing it themselves.” For more institutional traders there could be a range of elements that are important to them, including visualisation, management and reporting as best execution creeps into the picture for FX spot and derivatives, for example under the MiFID II rules in Europe. The demand for greater transparency for both regulators and clients can increase the importance of integrated systems for firms, as this supports ease of reporting. “Potentially they may be looking at integration with the application platform, so if it is possible to get a hosted application platform together with a managed network then there are the distinct benefits from having a single solution service level agreement (SLA) that covers both the publishing of rates, capture of liquidity and the uptime of the platform itself,” Hibbin says. In addition to the withdrawal of dealer liquidity, overall volumes have fallen from non-bank liquidity providers according to the BIS Triennial Survey, which in 2016 found the first decline in spot trading volume since 2001, falling by 19% from April 2013 to hit US$1.7 trillion per day in April 2016. For trades where hedge funds and HFT firms were a counterparty daily turnover fell 29% in April 2016 from April 2013, hitting US$200 billion. That reflects not only the market decline but also the limits that a crowded market creates for HFT firms. Sylvain Thieullent, CEO of trading technology specialist Horizon, says, “For HFT firms the costs are so high that the game is not sustainable for new entrants, but also for firms that have been in the business for a long time. For example, we saw Teza recently withdraw from the proprietary trading business. HFT firms need to adjust their strategy.” The extent to which they will be able to engage with operators who provide Managed Services to multiple FX venues will require them to carefully balance the issues of cost with the capacity to offer the right levels of performance. For HFT firm this may mean hosted or Managed Services lack the reliability needed. “There is an upside in that you tend to get everything under one roof, you get potentially a single contract, a single SLA, faster time to market, and you can completely outsource it – the project management side of it and everything,” says Hibbin. “But the downside is that often you are dependent on that shared infrastructure, so things like change control that maybe being put in place for somebody else could potentially have an impact on you. There is a commonality to the infrastructure that you need to take into account, which can have an impact on uptime and on change if it’s not managed properly.” A managed service can be about a far greater set of services than connectivity Purchasing the firm’s own circuits to each venue privately and individually and then pulling that altogether and managing the infrastructure it needs to connect gives that level of control. “You are buying your own capacity and you can dictate the routes, you can dictate the bandwidth you need, and you are not sharing that access with other people. Depending on how far you take that you can get to the point where if you buy enough capacity and you specify enough dedication, then you can avoid a lot of the pitfalls of potentially a poorly run managed service,” Hibbin adds. DEPLOYED FOR PERFORMANCE Hosted applications are not only of value as an adjunct to a managed network. Changing market structure is driving demand for hosted apps. Retail FX brokers do not have the same data-centrehugging requirements that the institutional firms have, and therefore have more liberty to use cloud hosting in that sense. Yet they will usually have some sort of matching engine underpinning trading which tends to be proprietary, despite the commercially available packages. “For the most part there is normally an element of customisation, or completely proprietary back end matching services,” says Hibbin. “After that the difference is in the presentation layer, so with the retail clients you are presenting normally through some sort of web based front end, or proprietary front-end system, whereas on the institutional side it’s normally an application programming interface throwing prices out to a multivenue broker.” Achkar says, “On the institutional side historically there used to be these three centres Tokyo, London and New York, with the majority of the matching engines being in either New York or London. About two years ago we started seeing some of the matching engines of the multibank platforms, asking why they have to have the central liquidity pool for Asian client just in North America, when they could start putting some of the matching engines in Tokyo.” That creates more distributed hosting needs across the globe, not only in New York and London, assuming they follow the normal hosting models where they buy a group of servers, put them in a physical location and then expect interested clients to aggregate around the matching engine. Ralph Achkar “There have been a lot of technological advances in terms of encryption and how secure hosting and operating in the cloud is.” “This doesn’t have to be the model for the future,” notes Achkar. “There is a lot more confidence in cloud deployment by capital market participants. Whereas historically they would shy away from anything that is cloud-related because they saw it as either non-performant or lacking enough security, there is more acceptance amongst market participants and consequently there is nothing that would stop FX hubs from getting deployed in a cloud environment.” Depending upon a firm’s capacity to support performance there may also be no reason that the deployment would have to be in a specific data centre in Tokyo, New York or London. If the infrastructure requirement can be met in terms of performance, security, scalability can be met in a cloud environment there is nothing that would stop a new FX venue from moving there. Operationally supporting retail or wholesale operations is very similar says Hafeez, it is primarily the scale of the demand from the client that is different. “For an FX retail broker you are maybe talking about a relatively low number of servers, a relatively small number of racks, whereas if you talk to a bigger larger venue or broker, then obviously that scales up quite radically,” he observes. “But in terms of the actual services they are both very similar and it’s more about the scale of the operation and the requirements. [Servicing] is about clarity around what they both client groups want; if they want a managed solution which takes care of the network; or power servers and the management of those servers and the applications up to OS level on those servers.” Applications have started moving into the cloud environment. Typically those that are not the most time or latency sensitive are the first to migrate. Yet increasingly front office applications such as testing, modelling and checking of algorithms are also moving across moving into the cloud environment. THE KILLER QUESTION Where performance of the cloud environment is able to handle quick response time and scalability, there have long been questions in terms of the security of the cloud environment. Achkar says, “There have been a lot of technological advances in terms of encryption and how secure hosting and operating in the cloud is. We have seen very few breaches happening in the cloud. We have seen breaches happening in other areas that are not cloud located.” Security is not only an issue for firms that are hosting, there are also security and performance issues around getting into the cloud. Where historically it has been driven by internet connectivity, there has been a push starting 18 months ago by cloud providers to put more secure and reliable connections into the cloud. “We are seeing a lot of pointto-point connections, we are also seeing some of the eco-systems starting to add these clouds as destinations or services,” Achkar explains. “That means that the performance and the security is extended not just to the cloud environment but also right to the office of the user.” For some firms looking at the possible use of a hosting solution, the issue of security can be a deal breaker, making it the killer question for providers to answer well. The issue of security can be a deal breaker Hibbin says, “It depends on their internal security policy and how they view off premises client data really, or off premises systems. There is normally a very stringent set of controls around that, and Managed Service providers have to be able to comply with those controls, which in turn are driven by regulators in the market. So they could be everything from physical controls around a data centre to encryption controls around databases, to the security aspects of presentation of data and how that is secured, threat protection, DDOS mitigation, and then ultimately the ability to audit all of that estate and have that presented to the regulator and to the client.” Although HFT clients may not have a choice in the model they request due to limited capacity for trade-offs, for most other potential clients in the marketplace there are very real trade-offs in assessing the maximum amount of performance and availability, prevention of all security threats and keeping costs under control. “Almost any one of those requirements could drive costs higher and I think that’s a constant challenge that firms are facing,” says Hibbin. “There has been a push by regulators for firms to prove that their disaster recovery provisions are useable in production.” All of that is putting cost pressures on firms which means there is an extra additional focus on how can they make best use of cloud technology to bring the cost down, so that they have got the budget to meet their other requirements. “A lot of effort goes into ensuring that there is compliance, auditability and transparency at every layer to ensure that Managed Service providers who provide that ability can demonstrate to clients and meet the needs of clients both internal and external policies,” concludes Hibbin.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2519
__label__wiki	0.961107	0.961107	Scottish League One Airdrie United Scottish League Two Republic Ireland League 1 News Scottish Premiership News Scottish Championship News Scottish League 1 News Team Sequences Footymad Premier League to Allow Newcastle Freedom to Announce Their Own Takeover When Completed The long-awaited finale to the saga that is Mike Ashley's sale of Newcastle United could be set to conclude very shortly, after two months of uncertainty surrounding the club's future. Premier League chiefs are likely, however, to leave the announcement of any deal in the club's hands, having so far not commented on reports from Forbes' Middle East office that the takeover has been approved already. This could finally be the end for Mike Ashley at Newcastle The Newcastle Chronicle are reporting that, despite vocal opposition to the takeover (which is being led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund) by other Premier League clubs and human rights activists, the owners and directors test is in its final stages. This should mean that Ashley can announce he is no longer owner in the coming weeks. The protests towards the deal have led to the Premier League being especially thorough, but league officials have found no grounds which would force them to intervene in the takeover. The consortium, which was brokered by Amanda Stavely and the Reuben Brothers, are still set to make Newcastle the richest club in the country. All that needs to happen once the governing body gives its approval is the transfer of funds between PIF and Mike Ashley, a transaction which will be met with jubilation across Tyneside. Since Ashley bought the club in 2007, he has overseen the club decline from European regulars to a bottom half club via two relegations to the Championship. The Sports Direct owner has often been criticised for his lack of investment on the pitch, with the club often being left behind in the transfer market by rival clubs. The signing of Joelinton in the summer of 2019 was the first time the Magpies had broken their transfer record since signing Michael Owen in 2005. Scapegoats for poor investment, Joelinton and Miguel Almiron Only time will tell if the new regime will be any better equipped to take Newcastle higher up the table as, other than their net worth, not a lot is known about the consortium's ambitions for Newcastle. FFP regulations will also come into play, meaning the club won't be able to transform into Real Mag-rid overnight. Steve Bruce has admitted that he knows little about goings on behind the scenes – rumours are swirling that he will be relieved of his duties by new ownership – and said: "The reason I can't say anything on it is, the media probably know more than me. You know what it is? In that respect - great - because then I can't have any other ideas out there. As I say, whatever is best for Newcastle United is the best for me." Source : 90min Follow Footymad Footymad Facebook Footymad Twitter Footymad's RSS Feed Sign up and join our team Football's Writer Program can give you the edge you need to get ahead Apply Now Football.co.uk © 2004 - 2021 www.footymad.net Footymad FC	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2524
__label__cc	0.680901	0.319099	Buy FC Gear About Fatty Bob’s Web Log Brad Keyes Grizzly Adam Jeff Kerkove Jill Outside Kanyon Kris Kent’s Bike Blog MinusCar Project Pistols and Popcorn RabidRunner Rick Sunderlage (Not His Real Name) RocBike Ski Bike Junkie Team Dicky UltraRob Unholy Rouleur An Open Letter to Delta 7 Sports An Open Letter to Lew Racing Edited: Tour of America Rescheduled How to be Popular, Part I: What To Carry How to be Popular, Part II: How to Behave Purple Snipe Reviewed: Dave Zabriskie’s Nuts Same Day, Same Name, Totally Different Sports « Stuff Fatty Loves: Pearl Izumi Convertible Glove / Mitten This Blog Ain’t Going to Write Itself » The Fat Cyclist Explains: The Race Radio Controversy 03.10.2011 \| 2:19 pm A Note from Fatty: This is the third in the occasional “The Fat Cyclist Explains” series, which goes to show it really is a series, albeit a sporadic one. You can read the first installment here, and the second one here. Finally, you can read the third one here, but you’re already here, so what’s the point of clicking this link? I don’t think there is one, to be honest. A couple of days ago, I remembered, briefly, that I have an email address and that many people actually read email that comes to them. For the novelty of it, I opened my email (note to the 14,000 people who have sent me as-yet-unread messages: I’ll get back to you soon!). To my delight, I found I had just sent myself the following email: Dear Fatty, I’ve been seeing a lot of headlines in the cycling press about a controversy surrounding the banning of race radios. I don’t want to read the articles myself, so I was hoping you could explain — in the objective, clear and thorough manner for which you are known — what this this ban means, who’s for it, who’s against it, why it matters, and what it means to the future of the sport. Thanks very much for your very informative, entertaining, and award-winning blog, Thanks for your note, pretend person whom I choose to call “Duane!” As you’ve noted, there is in fact a controversy over the use of radios in professional cycling. I’ll do my best to explain what’s going on. What Are Race Radios, and What Their Problems? It’s quite simple to define what a “race radio” is, actually. It’s any radio that is used to communicate with cyclists during a bicycle race. Due to the wide variety of ways in which a radio can be used, many problems — some intentional, some accidental — can occur. Let’s go through some of the most prevalent. Dangerous Directors: The primary — and by far the most dangerous — problem with race radios is the fact that race directors are incredibly frightening drivers. Trust me; I’ve ridden with one. They’re talking (and texting) on their phones. They’re looking at maps. They’re looking at watts and kilojoules and VO2 max scores and whatnot. They’re consulting with passengers in the cars. They’re handing out drinks. Meanwhile, if the director ever gets a chance to look out the windshield, he’ll notice that the streets are lined, ten-deep, with people. With all that going on, is it really a good idea for race directors to be saddled with the additional distraction of communicating with the riders? That question was rhetorical, by the way. Cruel and Unusual Punishment: Perhaps even more important than the “menace behind the wheel” issue is the fact that many team directors fancy themselves excellent singers, and will often sing along to whatever they’ve got in the car’s CD player. For example: Johan Bruyneel: Known to open up the mic and “treat” the entirety of Team RadioShack to hits from the 80’s, including (but not limited to), “You Spin Me Round,” Round and Round, and — to show his musical tastes are not strictly a product of the 80’s — “I Get Around.” Says pro cyclist Levi Leipheimer, “I suppose I understand Johan’s fascination with “round”-themed songs, but that doesn’t mean I have to like it.” Bjarne Riis: During climbing stages, will — a cappella — open up the mic and sing the entire Abba catalog during long, flat stages, just to entertain himself. “The riders love it,” says Riis, citing, as evidence, the fact that he has informed them that they love it. Jonathan Vaughters: Vaughters is known for breaking into Riis’ radio channel and joining in for the chorus of “The Winner Takes It All.” Says Vaughters, “I find the song highly inspirational. And besides, Abba is awesome.” Radio Quality: The truth is that race radios are simply not very good, and it’s very difficult to understand a thing the race director is shouting into the CB-quality microphone. As a result, the second-most-commonly-heard phrase in the peloton is now, “Excuse me?” The first-most-common phrase is, of course, “What?” Spoiling the Surprise: Finally — and perhaps most importantly — race radios eliminate elements of the race that would otherwise be very interesting. The most commonly-cited way in which race radios take away the excitement and unpredictability of the race is in breakaways. In the absence of radios, cyclists don’t know exactly how far ahead a break has gone, which means that they can’t let the breakaway get very far ahead. This means, tragically, that Phil and Paul will have to figure out something else to talk about during an interminably long stage, instead of talking for hours about how perhaps this will be the group that wins the breakaway lottery. But while breakaways will be given much less line before they’re reeled in, the absence of radios will add excitement in a much more key aspect. Crashes. See, one of the things radios are used for is to indicate upcoming obstacles, turns, and the occasional renegade cow on the course. Without radios, racers are likely to crash more often, and — even better — crashes are likely to turn into full-on pileups pretty frequently as well. Which, as far as I’m concerned, is the very best argument for not letting racers have radios. Why the Controversy? So now that you understand the problems of race radios, you are almost certainly wondering why there could be any controversy surrounding the banning of them. Well, there are two perfectly good reasons. The first reason is that the UCI is behind the ban, and we have gotten so used to the UCI being completely screwed up in everything they do that we now assume that if they back something, it must be screwed up. In fact, I’m having a certain amount of cognitive dissonance myself. I’m agreeing with UCI on something? Really? What am I missing? Weird. The second reason, however, is much more important and practical. Namely, everyone — the cycling press, cycling fans, pro cyclists, the UCI, everyone — is just so happy that we’ve got a controversy to talk about that isn’t doping. It is so refreshing to have an argument devoid of skullduggery, ad-hominem attacks and innuendo that, even though nobody — pro or con — really honestly feels like the race radio ban is that big of a deal, we’re going to keep talking about it, dwelling on it, and feigning outrage about it. Although I assure you, my own personal point of view is very, very genuine and I am 100% committed to it and am willing to argue about it until I start to get foamy spittle at the corners of my mouth. Hopefully, that clears the topic of the Race Radio Ban up for you. I’m glad I could help. PS: I wish to reiterate that I’m very, very passionate on this subject. Very. Comment by dug \| 03.10.2011 \| 2:39 pm ” until I start to get foamy spittle at the corners of my mouth.” um. “until”? i thought that was a permanent feature of your mouth. Comment by Big E \| 03.10.2011 \| 2:45 pm Uh Oh, spittle… With the ban on radios having been in effect. Have you noticed all the break aways that are actually staying away until the end? It’s fantastic! The sprinter teams don’t get organized fast enough to real them back in with less than 10k to go. It’s awesome! Me likey. Big E Comment by dpinner \| 03.10.2011 \| 2:52 pm Fatty, thanks for providing us with our daily dose of sarcasm. The UCI needs to realize that this isn’t NASCAR. Cycling fans don’t tune in for the crashes. (well, at least I don’t) I think Jens Voigt is correct -the radios need to stay. Comment by Microchip \| 03.10.2011 \| 3:08 pm I was all for the doing away with race radios. And then Jens Voigt spoke about it so I had do a re-think bec his viewpoint he’s gotta to have a good point. Still, if it’s going to be as dangerous as they describe, without the radios, then perhaps they can compromise on it and set up a system where the riders can be informed about a crash ahead or a dangerous road. But no directing during the race. Comment by Bicycle Bill \| 03.10.2011 \| 3:14 pm If they continue to allow race radios, then any day now we will have yet another scandal in which one team is accused of monitoring the radios of the other teams in order to steal — excuse me, ‘overhear’ their team tactics, comments and intentions in order to gain an advantage. Think about it; wouldn’t it be great if you knew that their team’s sprinter was having bike problems or their top-ranked rider was cramping up, and thus could revise your tactics accordingly? Although it would be something else to talk about beside who’s doping, who’s not, and who’s found the best way to cover it. -”BB”- Comment by JB \| 03.10.2011 \| 3:14 pm Receiving coaching while competing is so different in the sports world. In team sports coaches are directing the play on the court (basketball) and are very much a part of the action. In tennis and golf, coaches are in the stands and are not allowed to coach during the match and in golf it is a penalty to receive coaching or advice during competition. Does it make a difference?? I’m not up to speed on the nuances of top level bike racing but doesn’t it still come down to the athlete performing at the top of his game to win? I can see the teams that have strategies to get a guy wins but are those plans made in advance and then executed during the race, or does the coach change things mid-race? Like a football game? Then coaching and radios are probably important. If you want to see the athletes making the decisions, then no radios and let the race unfold because of the riders. Comment by KK \| 03.10.2011 \| 3:34 pm This short video illustrates two important uses of race radio: encouragement and motivation! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3YmxMBuxJY Comment by Eric L. \| 03.10.2011 \| 3:37 pm Since the UCI is going “retro”, I’d like to see frame mounted bidons be banned in favor of mounting two on the stem. They should also make the riders wear at least two replacement tires around their necks and shoulders. If it was good enough for Coppi and Bartali….. Comment by GenghisKhan \| 03.10.2011 \| 3:46 pm Radios are better than homing pigeons, but homing pigeons would be so much cooler… Comment by wishiwasmerckx \| 03.10.2011 \| 4:12 pm Fatty, your typo quotient is a mere fraction of BikesnobNYC’s, so I was delighted to see your heading “What are race radios, and what their problems?” Comment by bikemike \| 03.10.2011 \| 4:40 pm i think they should have “bike messengers” in the peloton, drifting back and forth, bringing info and what-not. of course on fixed gears so’s not to have to worry about dumping chains at critical junctures of the race. yep, that would be the safe way to communicate during a race. Comment by davidh-marin,ca \| 03.10.2011 \| 4:41 pm So Johann, Bjarne, and Mr. Argyle have ’songs’. Does Team Fatty have an official song, and can we learn it before Davis. Now that would be awesome, Team Fatty rolling out in mass singing their very own song. (I can see the Youtube now). All together now… (there’s a start). Comment by blinddrew \| 03.10.2011 \| 4:52 pm Awesome video link from KK! Comment by axel in texas \| 03.10.2011 \| 5:59 pm If a breakaway artist like Voigt is in favor of the radio, I don’t think there is much of a debate left. What does Jackie Durant think about this? So I wonder – is ABBA the real reason that Bjarne lost most his team? Did Vino not like hits from the 80’s? Comment by Jenni \| 03.10.2011 \| 6:36 pm What about if certain tops not related to safety were not permitted on radio…like no information can be given about breakaways, but wayward cows are ok, that sort of thing? Team Fatty and ABBA. I am SO IN. I could not be more in. Comment by Charlie Chapeau \| 03.10.2011 \| 6:50 pm You forgot one more reason to support the ban, Fatty. Just like in the good ol’days, team directors will have to drive their cars up next to the speeding peloton to communicate with their riders. Since they’re so much more distracted by gadgets these days, the crashes will be that much more frequent and horrific! Chapeau, UCI! Comment by Lonster \| 03.10.2011 \| 7:24 pm Just as race radios hit the domestic amateur peleton they want to ban them. My new shop kit has a lovely pouch on the back that I thought was a strange place for an IPOD. Turns out it is for the race radio….. Just what a 50 year old cat two Master racer who does mostly criteriums needs. But Fatty was ahead of the ban radio plan – my rockin Fat Cyclist kit has no pouch. Comment by Debamundo \| 03.10.2011 \| 10:11 pm Big-E, they ARE using radios at Paris-Nice. Those breakaways have been successful with them. I’m with Jens. Comment by leroy \| 03.10.2011 \| 11:43 pm Keep the radios, but make the riders wear tin foil hats to block the distracting voices. Usually. Comment by Boots \| 03.10.2011 \| 11:44 pm I have a solution which will allow all involved to have their cake and eat it too (make mine choc please). Allow the riders to keep their units but require them all to be on the same frequency. It would largely eliminate the DS micro managing the race – what DS is going to tell everybody that he is preparing to send Levi up the road to position Chris Horner for the finishing climb? At the same time having the radio would enable rapid communication in case of an accident. The system should be largely self enforcing – except for a team speaking some weird language that nobody else understands. And they probably were not raised with bidons and the attendant history. Speaking of history, when are the French going to come up with a good GC rider? I have a namesake LUDOVIC Turpin who gets a couple of mentions a year but that is all. Comment by TimD \| 03.11.2011 \| 5:39 am My only objection to the race radios is what it does for riders development. Most of the DS’s now are old pro’s that learned how to read a race in the pre radio days and served their time a “road captains” for their teams. With radios they are carrying on that role from the car and the newer crop of riders aren’t getting that experience. At some point there will be a gap of of pro DS’s retiring and the new DS’s not having those skills. Also, as has already been noted, two stages of Paris Nice have been won by break aways, and they have radios. Comment by Jeff Dieffenbach \| 03.11.2011 \| 7:19 am Several posters already said what I was going to say (so why am I still saying it, you ask?): use the race radios for safety (with broadcasts by race officials only), but not for race strategy. The idea of having one open channel for all teams is interesting, but probably fails as the result of too much chatter on one channel. Comment by MattC \| 03.11.2011 \| 8:53 am If it’s for rider safety, then all riders would be on the same channel, and only the Race Director (marshall) would have transmit capability…not the team directors. The RD would HOPEFULLY be up to the moment on things involving crashes/etc and be able to broadcast that to the peleton. Jens and the boyz saying it’s for rider safety would have their cake, and the riders would be totally on thier own for during race strategy. In the big scheme of things I’m not totally sure it would be a good thing though…as is mentioned, breakaway still do succeed even w/ radios..and when they do, they are that much more special and well-earned. Bunch sprints would be fewer w/out radios, and the pressure on the teams to ensure the unknown distance breakaways get reeled in would be that much more…it might make the overall race more difficult. It’s hard to know how it would actually play out in the long run. I just figure it’s modern technology adding to the sport, much like new frame technology and such. It’s the evolution of things. Don’t go backwards. Comment by Dr. Lammler \| 03.11.2011 \| 1:08 pm Instead of bikes on the roofs of the team director’s cars, how about loudspeakers? The team directors can entertain the crowds with song as they go by? UCI could turn it into a competition during the mountain stage, with the winner showing a red polka dot paint scheme on the car. It’s a Win-Win. Comment by Polkadot \| 03.11.2011 \| 1:54 pm I’d like to see a compromise. Allow radios, but mandate each team car have a driver that only drives, paying attention to the road as if it were full of cyclists and lined with spectators. Every time I watch race coverage on TV, I wonder how the team cars don’t crash more often. Former wrench Nick Legan on Velonews.com has said he often slept in the back of the team car during races. So, there’s really no reason the team director is doing everything AND driving the car. Comment by Jeff Dieffenbach \| 03.11.2011 \| 3:41 pm In the spirit of compromise, the Race Director could broadcast safety information (you know, gems like “don’t hit the traffic furniture” and “if there’s a train, stop at the crossing”) and also what the gap is between attacks and the main group. Pingback by NorCal Cycling News - Cycling and Racing in Northern California » Blog Archive » Saturday Thinking - Radio Problem Solution \| 03.13.2011 \| 12:51 am [...] Fat Cyclist – Making fun of the whole topic [...] Want the Fat Cyclist RSS feeds? Entries / Comments Copyright © 2010 Fat Cyclist	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2536
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__label__wiki	0.557579	0.557579	Arts at the Old Fire Station Business Model By Mark Robinson Discover how an unusual partnership can drive innovation and make your organisation stand out for audiences and funders. Introducing Arts at the Old Fire Station Arts at the Old Fire Station (AOFS) is an arts centre in Oxford that opened in 2011. Its programme and activities include a shop, gallery, theatre, studios, cafe and associated activities. The Old Fire Station, which has a history of periods of arts usage dating back to the 1970s, also contains a centre for training homeless people run by Crisis Skylight Oxford. AOFS was developed as an organisation and as a venue in partnership with Crisis to bring the building back into full use and to provide education and employment opportunities for homeless people in Oxford. The project was awarded £2.8 million capital funding by the Homes and Communities Agency through its Places of Change programme. The organisation arose out of a series of opportunities: a building falling into disrepair and disuse the fact that Crisis, having identified the building as a potential home with the City Council, only needed half the potential footage available in the five storey building a groundswell among local people in Oxford in support of an addition to the local cultural offer As the first and current Director Jeremy Spafford puts it, ‘some quite visionary people took a bit of a punt...’ AOFS was a start-up organisation, which has developed its plans and business model as it has progressed from the ideas stage. AOFS sees itself as an arts centre rather than a building promoting a number of discrete art forms via various spaces. This is important conceptually to its business model, its Value Proposition and its Customer Segments and how it relates to them. It is a social space anyone can walk into for any purpose. People have many reasons to come in - to eat, use the toilet, to buy or sell craft in the shop, to get help with homelessness, to go to a show, to develop as an artist. For AOFS it is important that, as Jeremy Spafford puts it, ‘everyone has come to the right place’. Download the case study to read more: Arts at the Old Fire Station Business Model (PDF) Business model Prosper Resource type: Case studies \| Published: 2016 Watershed Business Model Case Study Hackney Empire Business Model Case Study Ideas to spark your future business model	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2549
__label__wiki	0.813071	0.813071	Good Girl Gone Bad Wednesday, May 22, 2013 by Margot Lurie \| Jewish Ideas Daily » Daily Features Among the highlights from our archives is this reflection on Herman Wouk's "plucky, unlucky" heroine Marjorie Morningstar by former editor Margot Lurie, first published October 18, 2010. Naso: When Wives Go Astray Tuesday, May 14, 2013 by Torah Talk with Michael Carasik \| Jewish Ideas Daily » Weekly Portions The straying wife of Num. 5:13—was she "seized" or was she "caught in the act"? (Click here for source sheet.) Download Adorno, Butler, and the Death of Irony Friday, September 28, 2012 by Alex Joffe \| Jewish Ideas Daily » Daily Features Irony cannot exist in isolation; something is ironic only in relation to a larger pattern of events or behavior. Every three years, the city of Frankfurt awards its Adorno Prize to honor scholarly achievement in philosophy, music, film, and theater. 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It begins in the ghettos of Frankfurt and the cities of ancient Babylonia and ends in the mansions of Mayfair and country estates of England. Jumping with Dance Thursday, October 28, 2010 by Margot Lurie \| Jewish Ideas Daily » Daily Features "I don't like that people think Israel: war, guns, army. This doesn't really color who we are." Thus speaks Ohad Naharin, artistic director of the Batsheva dance company, which recently completed a triumphantly successful round of performances in New York. To tell the story, and the significance, of modern dance in Israel is indeed to add a bright and distinctive hue to the "color" both of the state and of its cultural achievements, among which Batsheva occupies a place of shining honor. Monday, October 18, 2010 by Margot Lurie \| Jewish Ideas Daily » Daily Features Fifty-five years ago, a star was born: plucky, lucky Marjorie Morningstar, the "American Everygirl who happens to be Jewish." At least, that's how Time described her. Today, depending on whom you ask, Herman Wouk's 1955 novel, Marjorie Morningstar, is either the story of the romantic awakening of a blue-eyed Jewish beauty or a cautionary tale about what happens when you stray too far from your origins. Of Women and Walls Elliott Horowitz, Tablet. At the Western Wall in 1842, William Bartlett saw "seated many venerable men, reading the books of the law," but also "many women . . . kissing its ancient masonry, and praying through the crevices." The Science of Muddling Through Gil Student, Torah Musings. Drawing on Burke, Chaim Navon argues that women will gradually assume larger roles in Orthodox Judaism—and that those who demand sudden change risk doing more harm than good. Can A Woman Wear A Tallit? Michael J. Broyde, Torah Musings. Jewish tradition offers little precedent for a woman’s wearing tallit. But the idea that wearing one is an act of rebellion is even less well founded. Hollywood for Haredim Debra Kamin, New York Times. A recent spate of movies by female Haredi directors has exposed secular film-goers to the ultra-Orthodox world—but has also exposed Haredi women to the cinema. Telling Israel Like It Is—In Arabic Philippe Assouline, Times of Israel. Boshra Khalaila, an Israeli Arab, has suffered for defending Israel internationally. “But to be accused of treason,” she says, “is the price you have to pay to make a difference.” A New Paradigm Zev Farber, Jewish Journal. Instead of forbidding women to perform Jewish rituals unless halakhah expressly allows it, they should be permitted to participate unless halakhah expressly forbids it. A Newer New Paradigm Joshua Maroof, Vesom Sechel. A focus on expanding women’s role in rituals takes us in precisely the wrong direction: We should be looking beyond rituals to the fulfillment of more fundamental mitzvot. Torah, She Wrote Amy Spiro, Jerusalem Post. Despite the talmudic prohibition on women being scribes, growing numbers of women outside the Orthodox world are writing Torah scrolls. Women of Valor Vered Ramon-Rivlin, Globes. While most armies remain male-dominated, women have always played a significant role in the IDF—even in the undercover field units of the Mossad. Equal Rights for . . . Heterosexuals? Mayrav Saar, New York Post. Spouses aren’t property, divorces are easier—Jewish same-sex marriages are leaving some heterosexual couples jealous.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2559
__label__cc	0.529248	0.470752	Katy Jon Went Bio – Profile, Background, CV, Synopsis Tag Archives: The Second Sex Anniversaries, Books & Literature, Feminism & Gender, Sex & Sexuality Simone de Beauvoir on Woman, The Second Sex, Female, Femininity & The Other 14th April 2016 Katy Leave a comment Simone de Beauvoir, Sex-Positive Feminist, d.1986 Simone de Beauvoir, d.1986 It’s a generation since the death of author, feminist, and existentialist, Simone de Beauvoir on 14 April 1986. A lover of Sartre – in both senses of the word, she was a sexually liberated bisexual whose disregard for sexual convention – including age of consent laws, caused her to lose her right to teach in France. Her 1949 defining work on the oppression of women, Le Deuxième Sexe – “The Second Sex“, is widely considered a groundbreaking treatise on sex and gender for 20th-century feminism. As to her sexual liberation, her “erotic liberty“, and open relationship with Jean-Paul Sartre, she saw any sexual categorisation as restrictive: “In itself, homosexuality is as limiting as heterosexuality: the ideal should be to be capable of loving a woman or a man; either, a human being, without feeling fear, restraint, or obligation.” – Simone de Beauvoir Simone de Beauvoir Quotes I recently quoted, knowingly totally out of context, this from de Beauvoir: “One is not born a woman, but becomes one.” I was quite promptly, and perhaps rightly, accused of ‘quote mining’. Contextomy or the unjustified use of an uprooted, and in this case anachronous, quote, to prove a point it was never intended to address, is a fair criticism. My use of the quote was because it resonated with the idea that people can be born female, raised a girl, but become a woman. A woman is as much experience, as nature. I’m not jumping in and suggesting, for example, that post-operative trans women are thus women, the same as those who were born with a uterus and raised as girls. Indeed, is anyone any less of a woman after uterine cancer (affecting 8,500 women in the UK a year) and removal of the womb via hysterectomy? Similarly, women can have various difficulties in reproduction due to infertility, or any number of intersex medical differences that may cause an XX or indeed other chromosomal combination such as XXY etc to present a body that defies the defined binary female stereotype. Women should not be defined by their ability to procreate and bear children – that much I am sure de Beauvoir would agree with. My question is, though, whether de Beauvoir would have condemned or supported the rights of some to pursue a gender trajectory that more matches their inner feelings and psyche than their binary-born bodies. In other words, transgender, non-binary and other forms of gender fluidity or transition. Simone de Beauvoir on Woman, Femininity, the Other, and maybe a Third Sex Simone de Beauvoir “The Second Sex” (1949) So to add insult to injury, to compound my contextomy crime, here are some further Beauvoirisms that might shed light on what might have been her attitude to “The Third Sex”. A phrase which I use, advisedly, for the main purpose of echoing her “Second Sex”, rather than for the purpose of defining all trans and/or gender non-conforming people as a “Third Sex” even though that is a way which some, especially in Asian and Indian cultures, do define. Does ‘Woman’ even exist? Beauvoir existentially questioned whether woman would always exist, suggesting that ‘she’ is an ephemeral concept ,driven by culture and construct as much as conception: “Are there women, really? Most assuredly the theory of the eternal feminine still has its adherents who will whisper in your ear: ‘Even in Russia women still are women’; and other erudite persons – sometimes the very same – say with a sigh: ‘Woman is losing her way, woman is lost.’ One wonders if women still exist, if they will always exist, whether or not it is desirable that they should…” – The Second Sex, introduction (1949) One can be female but not a woman As to femininity, she saw it as something esoteric, and that female ≠ woman ≠ femininity: “It would appear, then, that every female human being is not necessarily a woman; to be so considered she must share in that mysterious and threatened reality known as femininity. Is this attribute something secreted by the ovaries? Or is it a Platonic essence, a product of the philosophic imagination?” – The Second Sex, introduction (1949) If female equals the “female of the species” reproductively, and feminine a cultural construct if not oppression, then woman need not be feminine and feminism a path to throwing off that oppression. But does ‘woman’ need to be female? If one can be female but not a woman, can one be woman but not a female? What is woman? If much previous philosophical, and biblical-theological enquiry, stemmed around “What is man?” and the nature of man, then de Beauvoir helpfully examines, what is woman: If her functioning as a female is not enough to define woman, if we decline also to explain her through ‘the eternal feminine’, and if nevertheless we admit, provisionally, that women do exist, then we must face the question “what is a woman”? Yet would it not be more helpful to discuss what it means to be human, or are we still stuck seeing woman as something less than a man, and hence neither equal nor fully human since, as in the Bible, Adam stands for man and humankind as the first point of reference? “Thus humanity is male and man defines woman not in herself but as relative to him” – The Second Sex, introduction (1949) On BBC Woman’s Hour today, British Army Captain Rosie Hamilton was interviewed about how female recruits are trained, but it was then made all about how many of them made the ‘male’ standard. Woman as the ‘Other’ Beauvoir rebelled against the patriarchal concept that man is human and woman is defined only in relation to being man’s so-called opposite pole, that she is ‘othered’ in reference to him. Not that we have achieved gender parity yet, but I wonder how she would see trans, non-binary, intersex people now, as perhaps the new (however ancient a group of people they are) ‘other’? “No subject will readily volunteer to become the object, the inessential; it is not the Other who, in defining himself as the Other, establishes the One. The Other is posed as such by the One in defining himself as the One.” – The Second Sex, introduction (1949) Trans, Non-Binary and Intersex people are ‘othered’ by the default biologically and socially essentialist binary. In the same way, de Beauvoir saw woman as othered by man. Thus, gender non-conforming people, whether assigned male or female at birth, should have some solidarity with the feminist struggle to assert the equality of women with men, and their common core identity as human beings absolutely, not relatively. Sadly, that is not always the case and some folk do not see a common struggle between feminism and gender identity. As de Beauvoir said: “Enough ink has been spilled in quarrelling over feminism” – The Second Sex, introduction (1949) Some radical feminists, such as Julie Bindel, Germaine Greer, Sheila Jeffries and others, are well known for exclusionary attitudes to trans people. Indeed, de Beauvoir others intersex people, formerly termed ‘hermaphrodite’, in her seeking to find an independent voice on ‘what is woman?’: “What we need is an angel – neither man nor woman – but where shall we find one? Still, the angel would be poorly qualified to speak, for an angel is ignorant of all the basic facts involved in the problem. With a hermaphrodite we should be no better off, for here the situation is most peculiar; the hermaphrodite is not really the combination of a whole man and a whole woman, but consists of parts of each and thus is neither.” – The Second Sex, introduction (1949) In a 1976 interview, when asked about excluding men from some aspects of the feminist struggle and female gatherings, she opined that sometimes it was necessary. So she may have argued against the full and unfettered access of some transwomen (e.g., pre-operative) to women-only safe spaces. She did also say, however: “The battle of the sexes is not implicit in the anatomy of man and woman.” – The Second Sex, conclusion (1949) Similarly, she spoke of some lesbian women, in particular, being male-exclusionary: “There are other women who have become lesbian out of a sort of political commitment: that is, they feel that it is a political act to be lesbian, the equivalent somewhat within the sex struggle of the black power advocates within the racial struggle. And, true, these women tend to be more dogmatic about the exclusion of men from their struggle.” – interview (1976) Anyone, who is oppressed has the right to gather in safe spaces – whether other oppressed minorities should have rights of access to the safe spaces of other groups who have been ‘othered’ is another matter. That siad, shared oppression is sometimes more important than shared hormones. “Woman is determined not by her hormones or by mysterious instincts, but by the manner in which her body and her relation to the world are modified through the action of others than herself.” – The Second Sex, conclusion (1949) It was Audre Lorde that said, whilst “any woman is not free”, then “no woman is”. Being the one oppressed is sadly part of a common humanity, and a common responsibility: “Each of us is responsible – to every human being.” – Simone de Beauvoir In some matters, if not most – except the most basic biological differences, “men and women” and anyone that is defined or identified outside that binary need to” unequivocally affirm their brotherhood”, as de Beauvoir concluded in The Second Sex. So, could every Human be a Woman? “I wish that every human life might be pure transparent freedom.” Beauvoir speaks of every human being, every human life, less of the categorisation that in a class-distinctive way oppresses all of us, even the men. For, in defining men and not women, as not soft or empathic, or similar stereotypes, we trap them in conventional masculinity, we oppress gay men, drag queens and transvestites who may still identify as male. “…man, like woman, is flesh, therefore passive, the plaything of his hormones and of the species, the restless prey of his desires.” – The Second Sex, conclusion (1949) We no longer accept feminism as the sole regard of women. True women’s liberation also liberates men from roles and rules of sex and gender. “…the woman of today is [not] a creation of nature; it must be repeated once more that in human society nothing is natural and that woman, like much else, is a product elaborated by civilisation.” – The Second Sex, conclusion (1949) If a feminist need not be a woman, and a female need not be a ‘woman’, and the ‘feminine’ just as possessable by males, then, perhaps too, a ‘woman’ need not be female, at least not assigned one at birth. In other words, is the very term ‘woman’ as much a social construct as gender itself, and the so-called masculine and feminine ideals? “No single educator could fashion a female human being today who would be the exact homologue of the male human being; if she is brought up like a boy, the young girl feels she is an oddity and thereby she is given a new kind of sex specification.” – The Second Sex, conclusion (1949) Only in an androgynous (but not uniform) utopia, where all human beings were raised without class or gender specificity, could true equality perhaps be found. 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__label__cc	0.616492	0.383508	BG Chap 11 - Arjuna's regretting his familiarity with Krishna Arjuna showed reverential courtesy to Kṛṣṇa out of friendship mixed with knowledge of Him as the Lord. Arjuna thinking Kṛṣṇa as his friend out of want of consideration or out of affection had addressed Him as ‘O Kṛṣṇa, O Yādava, O friend’. By calling Him Kṛṣṇa, and not Śrī Kṛṣṇa, Arjuna had meant that the Lord was the son of Vasudeva, who was not famous, who was a human and a mediocre fighter, whereas he (Arjuna) was famous as the son of the great warrior Pāṇḍu. By addressing the Lord as Yādava, and not the best of the Yadus, Arjuna had indicated that Kṛṣṇa did not have the king’s position in the Yadu dynasty, whereas he had kingship over the Puru dynasty. Thinking Kṛṣṇa to be his equal, Arjuna had addressed Kṛṣṇa as his friend not because of the greatness of Kṛṣṇa’s forefathers nor because of the reputation of Kṛṣṇa’s family but it was simply based on familiarity. Now Arjuna regretted for having spoken that way intending those meanings. Moreover, while playing, resting, sitting or eating, for joking, Arjuna had treated Kṛṣṇa disrespectfully. By suggestive words, Arjuna had insulted the Lord either while alone or in the presence of others. Arjuna begged forgiveness from Acyuta, for not knowing His greatness, and said that the Lord remained a friend unfailingly even after enduring all the offenses committed against Him due to His inconceivable powers. ‹ BG Chap 11 - The inconceivable powers of the Lord BG Chap 11 - Kṛṣṇa is everything ›	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2570
__label__cc	0.561527	0.438473	Saint of the Month: St. Genulfus St. Genulfus AKA: St. Genou Not to be Confused With: St. Gengulphus Feast Day: January 17. Really Existed? Just possibly, but I have my doubts. Timeframe: The 200s. Place: France. Credentials: Recognized by tradition in both Western and Eastern Christianity. Martyrdom: None. Patron Saint of: the parish church of Quantilly, in Central France. Symbolism: No artistic tradition that I could find. It’s the feast day of St. Genulfus! Don’t be hard on yourself if you don’t have it on your calendar, because Genulfus is definitely what you might call a minor league religious figure. My modest print library of hagiography mentions him not at all and, alas, he doesn’t even have (as of today) his own page on the English-language Wikipedia. He does, however, show up twice in that open-source wonder-book of our times. On the page for “January 17 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)” he shares this bullet point: “Saints Genulfus (Genou) and Genitus, two monks who lived in Celle-sur-Naton in France (c. 3rd century)” And on the page for “Roman Catholic Diocese of Cahors,” he gets a share of this paragraph (which is a cut-and-paste from The Catholic Encyclopedia): “A legend written about the year 1000 by the monks of Saint-Genou Abbey (in the Diocese of Bourges) relates that Genitus and his son Genulfus were sent to Gaul by Pope Sixtus II (257-59), and that Genulfus (Genou) was the first Bishop of Cahors. But Louis Duchesne repudiated this as legend.” And, we’re not going to get a whole lot further than that. Catholic Online, along with a number of other sources, has this wording on Genulfus and Genitus: Two monks, father and son, sent from Rome to evangelize France. They became hermits at Cellessur Nahon, France, attracting disciples. Genulfus may have been the first bishop of Canors. Thomas Meyrick’s 1878 “Lives of the Early Popes” gives St. Genulfus most of a sentence: “[Sixtus II] made Genulfus, the son of Genitus, a Roman, bishop, and sent him with legatine powers as a missioner to Gaul; and Fleury says he made Peregrinus Bishop of Auxerre.” This isn’t as impressive as it might seem, however, for there is very little indeed known about the first couple of centuries of the nascent Papacy. To put together a biographical sketch of Sixtus II, Meyrick was of necessity grasping at whatever straws were available. The breakthrough moment in St. Genulfus studies, for me, was finding a fairly fleshed-out page on the French Wiki under his alternative, or perhaps simply French, name: “St. Genou.” The machine translation, distractingly, refers to Genulfus as “Saint Knee,” but if you overlook this you can pick out a few potentially factual nuggets. For instance, what think we know about Genulfus and Genitus is based on two versions of a hagiography or “life” written by Benedictine monks in the tenth and eleventh centuries – written at a remove of more than 700 years after the putative facts, in other words. According to this life, Genitus evangelized a city, possibly Cahors, before coming to the Berry district and driving out its demons. He had a substantial cult in the Middle Ages, and is apparently still commemorated in a handful of churches and chapels in France. Historical artwork and even relics may be extant. He is perhaps best commemorated in the delightfully boxy Abbatiale Saint-Genou de Saint-Genou in the Commune of Saint-Genou, in the Indre district of Central France, shown here: And that seems to be the available knowledge regarding Saint Genulfus! Enjoy his feast day, which as you might expect, he shares with his dad. Labels: Saint of the Month Michael5000 vs. Dickens: "Barnaby Rudge" The Infinite Art Tournament, Round 3: Daumier v. D... The Wednesday Post The Infinite Art Tournament Left Bracket Third-Rou... A User's Guide to "Forty Maps that Will Help You M... The Infinite Art Tournament, Round One: Hunt v. In... Element of the Month: Holmium! The Infinite Art Tournament, Left Bracket Second R... The Infinite Art Tournament, Round One: Hopper v. ... The Infinite Art Tournament, Round Two: Hassam v. ... The Infinite Art Tournament, Round Two: Hals v. Ha... The Infinite Art Tournament, Round One: van Hontho... The Infinite Art Tournament, First Elimination Rou... The Infinite Art Tournament, Round One: Holbein v....	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2571
__label__wiki	0.504895	0.504895	Ink, Sweat and Tears Spreading Webcomic Awareness One Article At a Time About Ink, Sweat and Tears Monsters Unite to Save the Universe from Ancient Evil! Monster Band August 15, 2020 August 15, 2020 M. Sorcier Evelynn Sinclaire is a self-taught artist hailing from the far-off, foreign land of Tampa, FL, though presently she makes her hermitage in the mystical and unknown land of Salinas, Puerto Rico. As a mercenary of old, she used to take on odd jobs, such as commercial cleaning and retail, but now, in her golden age of 24, she is an artisan by trade, making her living via commissions, and receiving a small monthly stipend from her guild, known as Patreon Dot Com. She is the creator of Monster Band. Click on this image to see some sweet, sweet animation! Synopsis: Monster Band is a pretty straightforward story that takes the long, scenic route to be told. The large, overarching story of Monster Band is about a sexy demon from Earth named Chad, an equally sexy demon from outer space named Kat, and a tiny off-brand vampire lady named Vera leading a team of artisans of different talents and different strokes to fight evils unknown, and free Earth from the mystical forces that shackle the potential of all monster people living on Earth. In doing so, they unknowingly release an ancient, slumbering evil that aims to destroy the universe! The heroes of this story must warp both space and time to subdue the evil and save not just mankind and monsterkind, but the entire universe as well. Did you go to school for either art or writing? If so, what school? I am self taught! Been teaching myself how to draw since I picked up a how to draw manga book at the young prime age of nine, and I’ve been teaching myself how to animate since sometime in the middle of 2016. What is the main genre of your comic? What appeals to you about that genre? If I had to nail one primary genre to it, I’d call Monster Band a mystery. I love a good mystery, because they’re real brain thinkers that stay on my mind for days, weeks, AGES, and have me actively looking forward to the next installment of a story. Are there any other genres that apply to your comic? Oh, for sure. Romance is another genre that’ll take center stage in the story, as I narrate and expand upon the relationship between Chad and Vera. There’s of course also action, since there’s plenty more action scenes that I want to pack into this comic aside from the few I’ve already put in, as well as drama. What was your inspiration for the story? I took inspiration for Monster Band from various sources, namely: Scott Pilgrim for its band themes and metropolitan setting; Mother 3 for the way it handles its hero’s journey and its odd characters; Homestuck for its massive expansion from a story about a boy in his house to a multi-universe spanning epic of massive proportions, all while still keeping its crass humor; Persona 5 for its stylish UI and its themes of rebellion, as well as a couple of other webcomics, such as Various Everythings by McSiggy for its nice blend of mundane life with fantasy; Parallax by Fightbeast for its art; Sakana by MyNameIsMad for its simple but great presentation; and presently I’m getting a lotta inspiration juice from Kill Six Billion Demons by Abbadon for how complex and intrinsic its designs can get. Do you have any favorite artists or writers who influenced your style? Fightbeast for sure was the first to spurn something in me, but I also try to take inspiration from various other artists with bold, dynamic styles, such as KrookedGlasses on Twitter and ScribblezStarz (also on Twitter), but I also like art that, to me, looks like it was carefully constructed with lots of moving parts, namely the art of Harpeaux… on Twitter! Wow, I spend a lot of time on Twitter! How long does it take you to complete one page? Depends on what’s going on in the page really. Still pages can take anywhere between two to eight hours, whereas animated can also take between two to eight hours, if there’s minimal animation taking place, it can take a week… or a month! More animation! Clicky! What is your process like for creating comic pages from start to finish? What tools do you use? Usually, I start by thumbnailing a bunch, bunch, bunch of pages. I actually have a huge, huge stock of thumbnails that I drew up back in 2017 to work through, like 500 something pages or some other big wack-a-doo number like that, and they all have some load of text that present me has to fix for past me. I load up a few thumbnails in Clip Studio Paint, where I refine the sketches into something more presentable, and that takes me like a day or a day and a half; if there’s animation involved, that MIGHT take a couple days more work, depending on how involved I have to get with the animation: Something like jittering one character around for two frames takes no time at all. Whereas, something like animating eight characters flying through some imaginary space, interacting with each other in funny ways, spinning around and merging with each other into one singularity before blasting off into a different imaginary space… can take a bit more time to do! Especially when you’re not professionally trained! Like me! Is your comic a finished work? If not, how long do you think it’s going to be when it’s complete? Is there a definitive ending or will you just keep going for as long as possible? My comic is most definitely not a finished work, no. And frankly, there’s going to be a LOT of time before it ever truly finishes… ages, maybe even decades. I do have an ending planned for it, though who knows when I’ll get there. The comic’s setting itself takes place in 2040, so maybe by the time I’m finished with it, it’ll be 2040 in real life, haha! How long did it take you to plan the comic before even beginning to physically create it? I started creating the characters and planning the story way back in 2011 before I ever put pen to paper in 2016, before tossing out the initial run and starting over in 2017. What was the biggest hurdle you faced during the course of making your comic? If you could go back in time to the point where you just started making it and give yourself a pep talk, what would you say? I’d say the biggest hurdle I face is one I have to jump every day that I work on this: fear. I was afraid that all my efforts would be in vain, that nobody would be witness to all my hard work, and that I’d be essentially yelling into an empty void by working on and publishing this comic. And I guess that’s kind of what we all do every day that we put our work out on social media platforms. I guess I’d tell myself that it’s okay if it feels like you’re yelling out to a mostly empty field. Because if you yell hard enough, eventually two or five people will hear you, and they’ll want to join you on your part of this big empty field we call the internet. What is your favorite part about working on your comic? Oh, the end product for sure. Making it is a rocky process, but then I end up with something that whips total ass. What is the most difficult part about working on your comic? How do you overcome it? I’d like to say animating, since I’ve little experience in that wheelhouse, but honestly once I know what I want, everything just churns out like smooth butter. The actual, ACTUAL hardest part of working on my comic is envisioning exactly what I want. Despite having years of thumbnails to work with, I almost never actually know what I want my final product to look like starting out, and that kind of uncertainty makes it very easy for me to get lost and distracted in the process. Do you have a favorite character to write for? If so, why? Tell us more about them! Katalina DÈMonica is someone I wrote to be ultra cool and ultra mysterious. She has a lot going on, and I’m always excited to have her come on screen and say some bewildering nonsense that perplexes everyone. I like having her be a serious, but puzzling weirdo in one panel, but then also have her clash against her outside appearance and be a mischievous rapscallion in another panel. Which character gives you the most difficulty to write for? Of the main cast, I’d say Omar is the hardest to write for, since he is a sports jock, and I do not know the sports. Do you have a favorite character to draw? Chie Watanabe is my big gay crush, and I love working on every panel she’s on. Her animations are particularly slow, and take longer to do than anyone else’s, because I hate to see her leave, but boy do I love to watch her go; particularly in Long Road Ahead – Page 8, where she finishes a whole cigarette in a single drag and then lights a new one with a spark created from striking her nails together while flicking off the old cigarette, which also bursts into a small flame in the next panel. Which character gives you the most difficulty to draw? Probably the main character, Chad Jones. I can never seem to get his bangs right! Where can we find you? You can find me on http://twitter.com/mechabutchzilla, where I primarily post illustrations and the occasional sketch or doodle, but it’s also my main hub for everything that I do. My comic, Monster Band, can be found on http://tapas.io/series/the-monsters, or on Tumblr at http://monsterband.tumblr.com. Anything else you want the people to know about yourself or your comic? I like to draw strong women, so please look forward to that. Have you read Monster Band yet? Let us know what you think in the comments? Also, shout out to ShadowBestie who helped me edit this interview <3 action mystery romance supernatural Previous Post A Second Class Citizen is Shot Out of Her Underground Home! The Doctrine of Gnorf Next Post Week 22 Recap! Legendary Beings Ara and Celi – Magical Girls and Angels! Afraid of Monsters – A Vibrant World of Fanciful Creatures! December 2020 Monthly Question! Mythic Mayhem – Fantasy and Folklore! Cons, Crooks and Antiheroes – Patent the Sun Never miss an article! 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__label__cc	0.686517	0.313483	What Flavor am I? - Aleeta Smith “Come on, Jim. I’ve been dying to show you this place. Since we’re up here on the Murphy case, why can’t we get lunch before we go back to the loft? Mama’s Place has the best food around. Not to mention she makes everything from scratch.” “When did you say you found this place?” Blair shrugged, “A few months ago when the Volvo broke down on me. I was trying to get a meeting with Cristov, but he wasn’t there.” Jim nodded, “Wasn’t that a few days before he was found in the Bay?” Blair sighed, “Yeah. Anyway, I broke down a few blocks outside of town.” “Outside Pinecrest?” Blair laughed, “No. My sense of direction is not that bad. I did say it was close. I broke down on my way home.” Jim nodded, “Waste of gas, if you ask me, Chief.” Blair sighed, “Turn right up there, at the stop sign.” Jim noticed the “Welcome to” sign first, but then glared at the speed limit sign, “Fifteen? What kind of place has a fifteen mile an hour speed limit?” Blair did his best not to grin, “A very small town.” Blair tried not to laugh as Jim grumbled about blinking and missing hole-in-the-wall, one stop-light towns. “Don’t worry, Jim. The food will make up for it. I promise.” Blair smiled sunnily, “And besides, I want you to meet Mama. She’s a trip, man. I’ve never met anyone like her.” Jim’s eyebrows rose, “With all the people you know? Now that’s saying something.” Jim concentrated on the road, “Is that it, on the right?” Blair squinted, looking in the direction Jim was pointing “Yeah. That’s Mama’s Place. Just pull in front.” Jim’s frown deepened, “Whatever you say, Chief.” Jim eyed the deserted looking gravel parking lot and square, squatish building. Only a modest sign out-front gave the building any identity, proclaiming in faded lettering, “Mama’s Place: Fresh Food from Scratch, Since 1934. ‘If you leave hungry, it’s your own fault.’” Jim couldn’t quite make out a smaller sign. Even close up, the paint had faded beyond most recognition. What he made out was, “…don’t like it. It’s free.” Jim had barely pulled to a complete stop, when Blair opened the door and hopped out, “Come on, man. I’m hungry.” Jim laughed at that, “When aren’t you?” Jim shook his head and followed Blair into the covered-window building. Jim was shocked as he took in his surroundings. The inside was a slightly modernized, modest looking fifties soda shop. Jim took in the decor and heard Blair’s response to a feminine voice saying, “Blair, honey, I haven’t seen you in months.” “I wasn’t sure you’d remember me.” Jim noted the very southern accent immediately, “Child, I never forget my special flavors and you are one of the most special. Where have you been? Not still trying to get that witness of yours, are you?” Jim walked in further and took in the mid-sixties, heavy set women who was holding his partner at arms length, examining him with a critical eye, “No, ma’am. Unfortunately, he ended up dead before we got a chance to talk to him.” Girlish laughter peeled from the women, “Now, what did I tell you about calling me ma’am? You know it makes me feel old.” Blair smiled, sheepishly, “Sorry, Mama.” Jim raised an eyebrow as he noticed a blush spreading across Blair’s face. Jim had never seen Blair blush like this, not even in the face of complete humiliation. The women’s gaze locked onto Jim. His instincts told him to run, bolt, do anything but let this person who could make Blair call her “Mama,” near him. Jim felt his face go stony, “And this must be Jim.” She nodded, as if she knew not to approach or touch him, “I’ve heard so much about you.” Knowing he had to say something, Jim tried to respond, “I hope not all of it was bad.” The girlish laughter broke out again, “None of it, actually.” Mama looked at Blair, “Blair here sings your praises like a choir boy on Easter Sunday.” Jim watched as Blair’s blush deepened, “I’m guessing you boys came in for our lunch special. Blair, you go wash your hands while I figure out what flavor you’re here Detective is.” Jim frowned, “Flavor?” Mama seemed to perk up at that, “Oh, didn’t Blair tell you?” Blair made a weak protest, “I wanted it to be a surprise.” “Oh,” Mama patted Blair on the arm, “How sweet.” Jim was amazed at the sheer warmth he could feel coming off of Blair’s face. She turned to Jim, “We have a tradition, here at Mama’s Place.” Blair perked up then, and Jim was relieved that some of the red was leaving his partner’s face as he dove into a subject that wasn’t himself. “It’s really amazing, Jim. They pick out an ice cream, tailor made just for you. They pick the size, amount, number of toppings, everything! And if you don’t like it, it’s free. But, Jim, I haven’t heard one complaint.” Blair gestured, “Mama made a whole new ice cream flavor, just for me. I’ve never had anything like it. That’s what I wanted you to try. I want to know what flavor you are.” Blair stopped suddenly, his face going even brighter shades of red then Jim thought possible, but it was Mama who interrupted the silence, “Aw, I wouldn’t call it amazing. We Reece’s are known for pickin’ a good flavor when we see one. We just tend to be right the first time.” Mama nodded, “Only ever been wrong once in sixty-five years.” Mama sighed, “Little girl…she wanted pecans, but was allergic to ‘em. Didn’t know that when Mama made the ice cream, though.” Mama looked sad, “It was a real good thing that Doc Sallenger was in for his weekly special.” Jim was stunned, “Anaphylactic shock?” Mama nodded, “Yep. Mama and Daddy had to rush her to the hospital over in Stonybrook and left me to mind the store.” Jim noticed the haunted look in Mama’s eyes, “Did she live?” Mama focused on Jim, looking him directly in the eyes, “Just barely. That’s why we adopted a policy of asking allergies before we start making your special flavor.” Jim felt the hairs on the back of his neck rise as Mama’s eyes went unfocused, “You’re a peculiar one. Sensitive to everything! Huh.” Mama’s eye cleared and she looked Jim up and down, “I do believe you are my second toughest case ever.” Mama sighed, “You boys, run and wash your hands. Polly will bring out your lunches in a minute.” Jim watched as the women turned and walked briskly behind a counter, through a door, and into a back room. Jim looked at Blair, puzzled, “Chief, we didn’t order anything, yet.” Blair’s smile widened, “That’s the fun part. You don’t have to.” Blair motioned Jim to follow, “Come on, we have to wash our hands or we won’t eat.” Jim’s frown increased, but he followed Blair into a well-placed men’s bathroom. After washing their hands, both men seated themselves at a booth in the back corner. Jim felt his gut twist as he saw a young brunette in her early twenties approach them with a heavily laden tray. “Sandi, I thought Polly was bringing our orders?” Sandi smiled, “Sorry, Blair. Little Maxxie had other plans.” Jim’s gut untwisted a small fraction as he saw a silver band on Sandi’s left ring finger. Jim actually smiled as his sense of smell picked up the delightful aromas of the food Sandi was placing in front of them. “You must be Jim,” Sandi held out a hand as she put the now empty tray to her side. Jim took it and was surprised by the firm grip. Jim tensed as a small tremor ran through Sandi’s body. Jim was about to comment when she continued in a rush, “It’s nice to meet ya, finally. Blair said he’d try and drag his partner up here next time he came. I hope it wasn’t too much trouble.” Blair broke in before Jim could reply, “Has the family eaten yet?” Sandi turned to Blair and Jim watched as a blush came to her face as he spooned a mouthful of mashed potatoes into his mouth, “Blair, you know we don’t eat until after lunch rush.” Blair nodded, swallowing, “Forgot. When’s it hitting?” Sandi looked at her watch, “Oh, nuts. Ten minutes, I gotta go if I’m gonna have all those lunches for the Girl Scouts done by the time they show up.” Sandi looked up and stared into Blair’s eyes, “I’ll talk to you once more before you leave.” A chill ran down Jim’s spine, which was weird in the almost overly heated interior. Jim watched as Blair dug into his food with relish. Blair looked up, noticing Jim’s reluctance to eat, “What, isn’t that what you wanted?” Jim looked down at his food and swallowed, “Yeah, actually. I’ve been craving this since we were on that stake out last week.” Blair looked up, “Oh, you mean the one outside the Italian restaurant?” Blair nodded, “That explains that,” Blair motioned to a large plate of Chicken Alfredo, a smaller dish of baked meatballs in marinara sauce, and a basket of garlic breadsticks. “But what about that?” Jim shrugged, “I like stuffed potatoes.” Blair shook his head, muttering darkly about injecting lard directly into veins. Jim smirked and motioned to Blair’s lunch, “That doesn’t look particularly healthy.” Blair smiled widely, “Actually, it is.” Blair motioned to the large pieces of fried chicken on his plate, “These were soaked in buttermilk overnight, coated in corn meal, and fried in peanut oil.” Blair sliced the chicken open, “See no oil inside.” Blair’s smile widened, “Just juice. It’s perfect. The vegetables are garden fresh from Polly’s garden and were cooked in Canola oil.” Blair motioned to the small bowl of butter, “That is fresh honey butter. You don’t need much to accentuate the taste of those yeast rolls, which were made fresh,” Blair looked at his watch, “about two hours ago. The mashed potatoes have very little salt and no preservatives, since Mama makes a fresh batch every day.” Jim nodded, defeated, “Everything we are eating is healthy in almost every aspect.” Blair shrugged, “I have no complaints.” Jim reluctantly picked up his fork and took a tentative bite. Nodding, “Not bad.” Jim began to enjoy his meal. Jim watched as people began to file in and get seats. To Jim’s amazement the waitresses—Jim took note of three—never took a single order, but just arrived with a tray laden with food and drinks. Jim noticed his own drink and eyed is suspiciously. Jim noticed that Blair’s drink had a straw in it and his didn’t. He was silently glad, he really didn’t care for the things. Makes everything have a plastic taste. Shrugging, Jim tentatively tasted his drink. Just water. Jim concentrated on the next taste, Well water, I think. Jim was distracted as a group of noisy girls came in with two harassed looking older women and two younger women. Jim listened in to the adults’ not so quiet conversation, “I don’t know what blew the tire.” “Is there someone on the way?” Jim watched as the exasperated blonde sighed deeply, “Who do you think I was calling while you herded the girls off the bus?” “Don’t get an attitude in front of the girls. I didn’t know what you were checking on. I just knew you were on that dern cell phone of yours.” Jim made to stand up, when a hand groped his forearm, and a whisper caught his attention, “Don’t Jim. Mama already has things under control.” Blair pointed. Jim followed his line of sight to see Mama coming out of the back door. “Well, now, what do we have here?” One of the girl spoke up, “The tire on the bus went ‘Boom!’ so, we’re stuck here until we can get it fixed.” “Is that right?” Mama looked over to the four leaders. The blonde nodded, “Yes, ma’am. Is it alright if we stay here until the tow truck arrives?” The girlish laughter filled the room, “Of course, child. Just do me one favor.” The blonde nodded, at her wits end, and willing to do just about anything to keep her heathens quiet and in a safe place until they could get back on the road. Mama smiled, “Don’t call me ma’am. Call me Mama. Ma’am makes me feel old!” Relieved laughter broke from the blonde, “As long as you call me, Susan.” Mama nodded, “Deal. Well, Susan, I’m guessin’ your youngin’s are starving. You follow Lexi there and she’ll take you into the back room and get you and your youngin’s all fixed up. How’s that sound?” “That sounds absolutely wonderful.” Jim watched as the eighteen girls ranging in age from twelve to seventeen and their four leaders filed into a door on the opposite side of the counter, near the entrance. Jim turned to Blair, who was happily finishing his mixed vegetables, “How did she know?” Blair looked up innocently, “Know what?” Jim looked back, toward the back room, “That the bus of rug-rats was going to break down?” Blair shrugged, “Mama’s just good like that. She had the town mechanic here in ten minutes when I broke down. If any family needed to be tested for the second sight, it’d be this one.” Blair eyed Jim’s meatballs, “You gonna finish those?” “Yes, Cookie Monster, I am. Finish your own lunch before you start trying to mooch off of mine.” Blair smirked behind his drink as Jim went back to eating his food. Under his breath, he said, “Yes, sir. Captain, sir.” Jim looked up, “I heard that.” Jim speared a meatball and bit it in two. Blair looked away quickly and swallowed his drink. Jim’s nose flared as he caught a whiff of something, but it was gone too quickly. Frowning, Jim surveyed his surroundings and extended his sense of smell. Jim kept eating, absently as he tried to identify what had caught his attention. Sighing, when he couldn’t pick it up again, Jim went back to enjoying his meal. When both men were done eating, the third waitress, a twenty-something-slightly heavy set women with jet black hair and dark brown eyes came with a pitcher and a tray. “Polly, how’s Maxxie and Cassie?” Polly blushed, “Lying down. Those girls wore them out. ‘Specially the older ones. I’d take that pretty one with the blue streaks in her hair home, any day. Maxxie actually fell asleep in her arms. Can you believe it?” “Wow. Get her number. You should call her for a baby sitting job.” Polly sighed, “I would, but she lives out in Seattle. That’s a bit of a drive for just a babysitting job.” Blair shrugged, “You never know. Get her number, anyway. You just might need it.” Polly smiled, “Are you trying to get into the family business, Blair?” Blair chuckled, “Nah, just common sense. You never know when you might need an extra hand, no matter where that hand may be.” Polly laughed, a slightly deeper version of Mama’s laughter, “You’re probably right. That’s the funny thing about common sense. It ain’t that common.” Polly filled their glasses, “Mama will be out in a minute with your desserts.” Polly looked at Jim, “She said you were almost her hardest.” Jim felt his hackles rise again, “I’m not surprised. You two are the most complicated flavors I’ve ever seen…but you complement each other.” Polly laughed shortly and shook her head, as if to dispel something in her vision. She smiled at Jim, “Don’t let all of this get your undies in a twist. The folks around here are so use to us, that we forget that we unnerve some people.” Polly waved in an expansive motion, “We don’t get many newbies here. Except for this bus load and Blair, we haven’t had a newbie in almost a year.” Polly began gathering up their empty plates, “Mama loves a challenge, though.” With a fully loaded tray, Polly picked up the half-full pitcher of water, “I hope you like your flavor,” and with that, she left. Jim started to watch her leave, but his attention was diverted by Mama carrying a tray toward them. She stopped in front of their booth, “Well, you were a pickle to figure out, but I think you’ll like this.” Jim watched warily as she placed a single dish in front of him. “Blair, I thought you might want a cone this time.” Mama deftly picked a waffle cone laden with toppings and whip cream. “Two cherries, right?” Blair smiled broadly and nodded, “Yes, ma’am, Mama.” Mama burst out laughing, “Your mama must have bred manners into you, sweetheart. You just can’t stop bein’ polite, can you?” The blush returned, but in a smaller degree, “Sorry, Mama.” Mama laughed shortly, “Don’t be sorry, Sweetie. I wish more people had your manners. It wouldn’t be such a tough world if they did.” Mama deftly upturned a small bowl onto Blair’s waffle cone. When she moved it away, Jim saw two maraschino cherries sitting contentedly on top of the whip cream. Mama turned to Jim, “If more people were as sweet as Blair, here, the world would be an infinitely better place.” Jim had to smile at that, “Yeah, but I’m not sure the world could handle too many episodes of the Sandburg Zone.” Mama laughed again, breathily, “Maybe, but the more Blair’s on this Earth, the more Jim’s it would need to keep them outta trouble.” Jim groaned, “Now I know it’ll never happen. They cracked the mold when they made Sandburg, but it broke when they made me.” Mama nodded, chuckling, “I hope not. You two are good people. I do, truly hope neither molds were harmed in any way.” Mama gently patted Jim’s shoulder, “Okay, enough jawin’. Eat your ice cream before it melts. Neither of you like soupy ice cream.” Mama nodded towards the dish, “Let me know how you like it,” and walked back towards the counter. Blair smiled, “It looks like a lavender purple vanilla. Try it.” Blair began to dig into his waffle cone with a spoon. Jim saw the relish on his face as he took the first bit. Jim sighed, he hadn’t detected anything poisonous or any kind of mind altering drugs in his food. Why not. Jim picked up his spoon and dipped it into the slowly melting bowl of ice cream. Hesitantly he tasted it. “Hmm. Almond. Sugar. Vanilla. Cream. Cherries. Chocolate. Butter rum? Raisins? A hint of mint.” Jim took another spoonful, relishing the subtle tastes, “Chief, you weren’t kidding. Were you? This stuff is great.” Blair just grinned, “I’ll let you have a bite of mine if I can try yours.” Jim pushed the dish closer to him, “Sure, Chief.” Jim grinned, “It’s really good.” Jim noticed then that Blair had a dollop of whip cream on the side of his mouth. Jim motioned to his face, “You missed, Chief.” Jim shook his head, “Don’t know how you can miss a target that big.” Jim felt something stir inside him as he watched Blair’s tongue slip out and capture the wayward whip cream. Blair shrugged, “Hey, even missiles miss their targets ten percent of the time.” “Let’s not get started on that, again. Okay? I think we’ve debated that one into the ground.” Blair gave him a small smile and tasted his ice cream. Blair let it melt on his tongue, trying to understand everything Jim got out of it. Sighing, “It tastes like vanilla with a hint of raisins, to me.” Blair leaned his cone forward for Jim to take a bite. Jim smiled and took a spoonful, “Most of the tastes are very subtle. I wouldn’t be surprised if anyone but a Sentinel could taste it all.” Blair nodded, not trusting himself to speak, as he watched Jim spoon Blair’s ice cream into his mouth. Blair felt his gut clench and his groin ache. He tried to breath deeply as he watched Jim’s reaction. “Mmm. Definitely not subtle. Talk about sugar shock. And you’re eating all of that?” Blair smiled, his jaw muscles only a little tight, “Yep.” “Great, you’re going to be bouncing off the walls. It’s a good thing we can’t find Tenison. I don’t think he could handle you,” Jim motioned to the half empty waffle cone, “on that much sugar.” Blair just continued to smile. They finished their ice cream in comfortable silence. Jim’s nostrils flared as he picked up the faint scent again, Jim finally recognizing it as pheromones, someone was aroused. His eyes locked on Blair as he realized where the smell was coming from. It’s Blair? Jim looked around, the small restaurant had emptied as most customers seemed to get their meals to go. Jim noticed they were almost the only ones left, except for an old couple in the opposite corner eating in companionable silence. Jim noticed that they were holding hands. Jim swallowed, feeling a lump trying to close off his throat, “What is it?” Jim looked back quickly. Blair was watching him intently, “Is something wrong?” Jim shook his head, “No. I just thought I heard something.” Blair nodded and went back to finishing his ice cream. Jim watched in amusement as Blair bit the bottom off of the waffle cone and proceeded to suck the last of the ice cream out of the bottom. Jim swallowed as an image of Blair’s mouth on his body doing the same thing to him, suddenly made it almost impossible to swallow. Jim reached for his water and proceeded to knock it over, “Damn.” Blair’s reaction was quick, “Whoa, man.” He was out of the booth in two seconds flat. Jim wasn’t as fast as he made a grab for his jacket, and ended up with half of the spilt water in his lap. “Damn it,” Jim cursed under his breath, but Blair had heard and smiled. Jim made to get out of the booth and proceeded to elbow Blair in the process. “Hey,” Blair dodged another elbow as Polly came up with a small bucket and three washrags. “Don’t worry, boys. You two move to another table and I’ll have this cleaned up before you know it happened.” Sandi was right behind her, “Actually, Polly, I think they’re ready to go.” Polly handed Blair two bags with several Styrofoam containers in them. “Would you like refills on your drinks, to go?” Polly looked between the two men and Sandi and shrugged. Polly handed Jim a dry wash-rag and went to clean up the spill. “Blair, can I talk to you a minute?” Blair looked puzzled, “Sure.” Sandi looked at Jim, “You can pay Mama at the register.” She pointed to the end of the counter that held an antique cash register. Jim eyed Sandi as he whipped his now damp pants and walked over to the register. Mama appeared from the door behind the counter. “So, did you like it?” Jim had to smile, “Yeah. I have to admit it. I’ve never had anything like it.” “But you liked it, right?” “Yes, Mama Reece. I liked it very much.” Jim watched as Mama’s face went pink, “Well. I don’t think I’ve ever been called that before.” Jim looked surprised, “Really? Your name is Reece, isn’t it?” “Sure is, but I’ve always been just ‘Mama’ like my Mama before me.” “I didn’t mean to offend you.” Mama shook her head, “Not at all.” Mama puzzled over the name for a few seconds, “I think I like it. ‘Mama Reece.’ Has more personality then just ‘Mama.’” She looked down at the register and began typing numbers. A total appeared on the display, “Your total is $21.37.” Jim nodded, only half paying attention, his thoughts still mostly on his not-quiet-drying-fast-enough pants, “For as good a meal as that, I expected it to be more.” Mama Reece smiled, “Nope.” A sly look crept over her face, “But if you want to take a gallon of your ice cream home with you…” Jim’s eye lit up, “How much?” “Eight dollars.” Jim paused, “What about Blair’s? How much is his?” Mama Reece’s smile became even wider, “I’ll give you a half gallon of each for ten.” She thought a moment, “And a list of what I put on top. How’s that? Sound like a deal?” Jim smiled, “Deal.” Jim watched as Mama Reece took a pad of paper out of her apron and scribbled furiously, pausing only to think a few seconds. When she was done, she ripped it off the pad and handed it to Jim. “I’ll be right back with your ice cream.” She paused at the door, “Do you want me to have someone put it in the back of your truck for you, so Blair won’t know about it?” “Won’t it melt?” Mama Reece shook her head, “I’ll put it in a cooler for you.” She waggled her finger at him, “You’ll just have to promise to bring it back next time you come.” Jim smiled and nodded, “That’d be great.” Mama Reece nodded and disappeared through the door. Jim pulled out his wallet, put thirty-seven dollars on the counter, tucked the list of ingredients into a fold of his wallet before putting it away. Jim tuned into Blair then, hearing his voice rise in pitch and volume, “I don’t believe you. He doesn’t work that way.” “Blair, I know what I saw.” Jim recognized Sandi’s voice. “I don’t care.” Blair stopped suddenly and whispered fiercely, forcing Jim to focus more intently, “Jim doesn’t like me like that. He’s straight as a flippin’ arrow.” Jim could hear pain in Blair’s voice. The instinct to protect his Guide was pulling him toward the closed door. Jim swallowed hard, knowing he shouldn’t be listening to Blair’s private conversation, “But you love him…” Her words stopped him dead. “And I always will. But he doesn’t…” Jim heard Blair choke on his words. Jim felt his chest tighten, ‘Oh, Blair, I’m sorry.’ Jim focused on the door and could see through a space between signs. Sandi had taken Blair into her arms, “I just wanted to warn you. To let you know what might happen, so you could be ready. I didn’t mean for it to hurt or upset you.” Jim could see the unshed tears in Blair’s widened eyes, “He doesn’t…” Jim’s throat closed as he watched a single tear slip down Blair’s cheek. “He’s my best friend. He doesn’t want anything more…I’ve learned to accept that.” Sandi pulled away, “But you shouldn’t have to. You love him!” Sandi gently shook Blair, “And he loves you.” Anger flared in Jim, ‘No right. She has no right to tell him that. I should be the one…’ Jim’s mind came to a screeching halt and was slow to start back up. “Don’t say that. He’ll hear you.” Sandi looked at Blair, “Mama’s taking care of him. She should keep him busy for a few more minutes. I did that on purpose. You do realize that, right?” Blair nodded, blotting his eyes with his sleeve, trying to get rid of the moisture, “Yeah, I kinda figured.” “Blair, have you ever told him? How you feel about him?” Blair swallowed, “I tried to, once, but…” he shook his head, “I don’t think he knows.” Blair paused, “I’m not sure I could stand him knowing…how I feel…and not loving me back.” Blair shook himself, “No. No, he’s my best friend. I’d do anything for him.” Sandi put her hand under Blair’s chin and lifted his head until he looked her in the eyes, “Then you need to tell him how you feel about him. While he is conscious, awake, and in his right mind. Okay?” Jim’s heart stopped for a split second as he waited for Blair’s answer. “Alright, I’ll try.” Jim gasped, wondering when he had started to hold his breath. “Don’t just try…” A hand touched Jim’s shoulder, “You alright, Jim?” Jim jumped slightly and turned to see Mama Reece standing behind him. “Yeah. Never better.” She nodded, not quite convinced, “Cooler’s in the back of your truck. Lexi put it there while Sandi was talkin’ to Blair.” Jim nodded, “Thanks.” Mama Reece’s eyes narrowed, “Boy, you look spooked. You see a ghost or somethin’?” Jim shook his head, “No.” Jim swallowed, “I was just thinking.” Mama Reece nodded, her face serious, “That can be a dangerous pass-time. You go on, now. You look tired. Maybe you should let Blair drive.” Jim nodded, “Yeah, maybe.” Jim turned to face the door and paused, “Don’t worry. They’re done talking.” Jim turned to Mama Reece, “You won’t bother them if you’re ready to go.” Jim nodded, “Thanks, Mama Reece.” “I want to see you two more often. If you can, that is. Come back soon.” Jim waved as he approached the door, “I don’t think Sandburg will let me forget this place. See you next time, Mama Reece.” Jim opened the door, “Bye, Honey.” Walking out, Jim watched as a few rays of the setting sunlight played in Blair’s hair. “You ready, Chief?” Blair looked up, his cheeks only a bit flushed, eyes slightly pink, puffy, “Yeah, man. Anytime.” Blair turned to Sandi, “I’ll see you next time, okay?” Sandi gave Blair a small sad smile, “Let me know how it works out. Okay?” Jim tried hard not to notice their by-play. He was very glad that he’d brought a jacket as he watched a wisp of wind make goose flesh appear on Blair’s skin. Blair just nodded, “I’ll let you know.” “Come on, D’artagnan. We need to get back and file that report.” Jim tossed his jacket to Blair, “Put this on. It’s starting to get cold.” Blair smiled as he moved around the Ford, “Was I that obvious?” Jim unlocked the truck, reached across, unlocking the passenger side, and got in. Blair opened the door and Jim answered, “Nah. Only I’d notice the goose bumps.” Blair put on Jim’s leather jacket before getting into the truck. “Besides, I know you too well. You’re never warm enough.” Jim pulled out of the gravel parking lot and made his way to the highway. “Are we going to the loft first? Or are we going to the station?” Blair indicated the bags at his feet, “Mama made us dinner.” Jim smiled, “I wondered what was in the bags.” Blair smiled, “Sandi said Mama didn’t want me to have to cook when she’d made enough for two meals.” Blair shook his head, “Mama doesn’t waste food.” Jim looked over at him, smiling, “And who would want to waste such good food. Huh, Chief?” “Exactly, my man.” Blair’s smile turned into his patented kilowatt smile, “Why waste such good food when we’d be more then happy…” “To not have to cook.” “Hey, man. You know I would have cooked tonight.” Jim snorted, “Yeah right, Chief. Tofu pizza is not on my dinner list tonight.” “Hey, at least it isn’t possum.” Jim waved a finger, “Don’t let Simon hear you say that.” Blair laughed, “Oh, Yeah. His grandmother cooked that.” The chuckling subsided and a companionable silence unfolded. Finally, “You want music?” Blair shrugged, “Yeah, sure. Radio or tape?” Jim glanced at Blair, “That depends. What tapes do we have?” Blair opened the glove box and began flipping through its content, “Wow, man. I forgot I left this in here. I’ve been looking for it for weeks.” Blair pulled out an oddly shaped pouch, “A friend of mine asked me to find out about this. He found it in his car, after his ex-girlfriend and he broke up. He tried to find out about it, but he’d hit a dead end.” “What is it?” Jim looked at the strange embroidered bag. “Well, I haven’t been able to figure out more then it’s a very strange melding of several different kinds of magic. Who ever made it had influences from all over.” “Magic? Like the Wizard of Oz kind of magic or Willow on Buffy, kind of magic?” Blair chortled, “More like Willow’s magic. It does have some neo-pagan influences.” Blair pointed, “See these red threads, here. Those could have several different meanings. They could mean either love or blood. And these,” Blair pointed to a series of carefully embroidered characters, “Those are from what’s known as ‘The Witch’s Alphabet’ which has both druidic and Celtic origins.” Blair turn the bag around and pointed to a corner, “But the beading here has Native American origins. Though, the herbs inside.” Blair sighed, “That is…the ones I can smell.” Blair stopped and turned to Jim, “Jim…” “Oh, no. I am not messing with that thing.” “But, all you’d have to do is smell which herbs are inside. It’s not much. It’s just like the tests you already do.” Jim shook his head, “No way, Chief. If Incacha taught me one thing, it was to never touch another person’s magic.” “But, Jim. You can smell the herbs from where you are. You wouldn’t have to touch this,” Blair shook the pouch, making a dry rustling sound, “And that way I won’t have to open it and meddle with the insides.” Jim looked at him, “At least you were smart enough not to open it.” Blair shrugged, “Reluctance and the fact that I lost it, helped.” Jim sighed and noticed the sign for their exit, “Listen, we’re almost home.” Blair looked up, “Really?” He looked around, “That was quick.” Blair glanced at his watch, “Hmm. That’s strange,” Blair tapped his watch, “My watch’s dead.” “Maybe you need a new battery.” “Yeah.” Blair watched as the suburbs began to grow, “Maybe.” “How about we wait until we’re home. It’s been a long day. We can go in early and get that report filed. Right now, all I want is a nice hot shower and some of that,” Jim pointed to the bags by Blair’s feet, “in my stomach. Fair enough, Chief?” Blair sighed, “Yeah.” He hid the small smile that tried to play across his lips. He knew that Jim would tell him what was in the pouch. I won’t let him forget about it until he tells me. Blair suppressed a sigh, Tommy was so sure his ex-what did he say her name was, Tamie…Tabby…Tamica…Tonya, that’s it-was trying to sabotage his new relationship. If she really did put this in his car…maybe he wasn’t too far off. Blair examined the pouch, Everything I know tells me that this is more of a protection and love charm then anything harmful. I’ll have to do some more research. None of the things on the outside suggest anything besides pulling love to the barer. Or would that be the placer? Would the person who placed it in Tommy’s car be the attractor or the attractee? Jim watched as Blair’s brow furrowed. He smiled, knowing Blair was deep in thought as he studied the pouch in his hands. Jim watched Blair turn the pouch around in his hands over and over again. Jim heard the satiny ribbons that bound the pouch together slide along his skin. Jim could smell the herbs start to sink into Blair’s skin, giving him an even more earthy smell. Jim internalized a groan as he shifted in the seat. His pants were getting a bit tight around the groin. Almost home. A _cold_ shower and then…and then what? Eat dinner next to a man I find attractive? What am I going to do? I can’t kick him out. I don’t want to loose him, again. Does he feel the same about me? I mean, what he said today…does that count? Was it what I think? They could have been talking about someone else. Jim played Blair’s conversation with Sandi over in his head, God, does he feel the same? Jim sighed as he pulled in front of the loft, “We’re home, Chief.” Jim looked at Blair, who was staring intently at the pouch in his hands. “Chief?” Jim reached out and lightly touched Blair’s shoulder, “Chief, you with me?” Blair gave a small start and looked at Jim, “What?” Jim pointed to the loft in front of them, “I said, ‘we’re home.’” Blair looked up, “Oh. Right.” Jim watched, as Blair looked around him a little dazed, “Chief, you okay?” “Yeah. I just remembered I have to go to the store. We don’t have any parmesan cheese or beer.” “You gonna walk?” Blair nodded, “Yeah, unless you want something else.” “Nah just smells like it’s going to rain again. You want me to come with?” “Nah. You go have that hot shower you so richly deserve and I’ll be back before you get out.” “Sounds like a plan.” Blair was out the door of the truck in moments, “Don’t forget your keys.” Blair stopped, patted down his pockets and withdrew a set of jingling keys with a bashful smile. Jim watched as Blair made his way down the street and around a corner. He sighed as he realized Blair had left him to carry in the bags of food. That would have been no problem, if he didn’t have to bring in the cooler of ice cream on top of that. Jim sighed as he checked “Sweetheart” for the night. In park. Parking break on. Lights off. Engine off. Windows up. Locks, locked. Got everything? Jim looked around the cab, bags of food in hand and spied the strange little pouch of Blair’s. He would forget his head if it weren’t attached. Jim picked it up, gingerly, and put it into one of the bags. Shutting the door firmly, Jim moved around to the truck bed and picked up the cooler. Sighing again, Jim made his way to his apartment, wondering when they were going to get an elevator that worked regularly. By the time Jim had unloaded everything from the bags and lain in out he was more then ready to try what was in the Styrofoam containers. Jim adjusted his waistband again, Still a little too tight for my liking. Shower first. Food later. Jim went up to his room and striped. He grabbed his robe and was coming down the stairs when the door opened. Jim stopped dead as Blair came in. For a moment everything went still. Nothing moved as both men’s eyes locked. Blair stood in the door, one arm around a bag of groceries, the other carrying a twenty-four pack of beer. Jim stood on the stairs, robe in hand, naked as the day he was born, body not quite cooled down. Jim watched as Blair’s face went red, “I thought you’d be longer at the store.” Jim put on his robe with dignity. Blair came in and shut the door, “So did I, but it wasn’t as busy as usual. They had this new stuff on sale,” Blair indicated the beer in his hand, “I know you don’t care for cans, but I thought we could try it.” Blair put the bag on the counter, “You had your shower yet?” “No, I was just heading that way.” Blair nodded, “Man, you didn’t have to unpack the food. I would have done that while you were in the shower.” Jim shrugged and went into the bathroom, his heart beginning to race, his nostril flaring. Jim shut the door and leaned against it, the scent of Blair’s pheromones making his body rise to the occasion. Jim tried to take a deep breath, but his senses kept betraying him by focusing in on his Guide. Jim could hear Blair’s raised heartbeat, smell his arousal. I have to get this under control. I can’t just jump the kid. Kid. Yeah right. I can’t keep calling him that, either. He’s as old as I was when I went down in Peru. Jim resolutely took off his robe and started a shower. His hearing betrayed him again as he focus in on Blair mumbling, “Maybe that’s what she meant. Seeing us together.” Jim heard Blair’s sigh. There could be no question about Sandi’s conversation. After all the strange things that have happened today…what’s one more? Jim finished his shower quickly, I have to tell him before my nerve runs out. Damn, this is worse then my wedding day. At least I’ll only be humiliated in front of one person if he doesn’t feel the same. With that thought, Jim put on his robe and went to talk to Blair. Blair looked up from dishing noodles onto a plate, “Oh, good. You’re done. Dinner will be done by the time you’re finished changing.” Jim looked down at himself, then back up as Blair neatly poured alfredo sauce on the already portioned noodles. Jim smiled and went to change. Blair was setting the table when Jim returned, “This formal enough, Chief?” Blair looked up, Naked would have been just fine with me, but we’re talking your taboos, not mine. Blair smiled and gave a small bow, “Dinner is served.” “Looks good.” Jim gave a quick sniff, “Smells good, too.” “Betcha it tastes even better.” “Reheated?” Both men sat down at the table. Blair nodded, “Yep.” “Good, because there’s something I want to talk to you about.” Blair swallowed, “What is it?” Oh, gods. Mr. Repression-R-Us wants to talk? Oh, don’t let him have heard Sandi. I knew she was talking too loud. Damn it. “Chief…Blair…” Blair swallowed harder, Oh, gods. He never calls me by my first name. “Jim, man, what is it?” Blair watched as Jim got up from the table and began to pace. He paced for a moment before he made his way to the glass doors that open onto the terrace. Blair hesitantly followed. “You know all that you’ve done for me, I don’t think I’ve said thank you, once.” The cool wind from the open doors wasn’t the only thing that made Blair shiver, “Jim?” Blair hesitantly put his hand on Jim’s shoulder, “I know…” “No,” Jim cut him off as he shook his head. Jim trapped Blair as he turned around to stare into his eyes, “Blair you’ve done so much for me. After the fountain, I thought I could tell you how I felt, but then that stuff with Alex messed everything up. Including…well, mostly it messed with my head. Then your dissertation came out…” “Jim, you know…” Jim placed a finger on Blair’s lips, “Let me finish…or I’m not sure if I’ll ever get this out.” Blair nodded, silently, not quite sure if he wanted to know where this was going, “Yes, I know you didn’t mean for that to happen, but it did. Yes, that caused some interesting problems, but when you gave up everything…” Jim felt his throat trying to close down. He cleared it, “I didn’t know how to tell you then. Hell, I still don’t, but,” Jim’s eyes dropped, “I kind of…over heard you talking to Sandi. I know I shouldn’t have, but the pain in your voice,” Jim looked at Blair, pleadingly, “It’s like a homing beckon for my senses. You, in pain, is one of the first things I hear in any situation. I couldn’t help but focus in on what you were saying…” “Jim, how much did you hear?” Jim shook his head, “I’m not sure, but” Jim took Blair’s face in his hands, gently forcing Blair to look him in the eye, “Blair, I…do…love…you.” Jim’s eyes were earnest. Oh, god. “Jim, do you know what you’re saying?” Jim smiled, “Yeah, Chief. I do.” With that, Jim leaned down and gently pressed his lips against Blair’s. Blair’s arms wrapped around Jim’s neck as the kiss went from chaste to deep and foreign. Their bodies moved forward, pulled together like magnets. Hands began to move, searching, yearning. Cloths tried to shed, but reluctant lips wouldn’t part. Laughing, they separated breathlessly, “This would go much faster if we were both naked.” “Yeah,” Blair laughed again, “It would, but which direction are we headed?” Jim stopped and held Blair a little away from him, “Till death.” Blair laughed sarcastically and striped the shirt that remained around his neck, tossing it to the floor, “Been there, done that…you brought me back. Can I burn the t-shirt I never got?” Jim pulled Blair into his arms as his heart squeezed, “Sure Chief.” Blair moved slightly away, “Don’t get all serious on me, now.” Jim smiled, “Well, then, how about we talk about burning clothes later.” Blair smirked, “Like when we change house rule number 1?” Jim’s hand swiftly bopped Blair on the back of the head, “Sure, Darwin.” Jim’s face sobered, “How about beyond death, Chief? That sound good?” Blair nuzzled Jim’s chest, capturing a nipple and making Jim gasp. Blair smiled around his mouthful. Glancing up, he answered, “Here…and beyond. Sounds like just what the doctor ordered.” Blair nipped and licked his way to Jim’s other nipple, “And when my case is decided, I’ll be the doctor ordering it.” Jim gasped again, “Getting a little cocky, aren’t we?” Blair smiled, “Oh, yeah,” and pushed his hips into Jim’s. Jim’s groan made Blair smile even wider, “I’d say more then a little bit. Wouldn’t you?” “Bed. Now.” An impish smile played across Blair’s face, “I thought I was the one giving the orders.” Jim’s hands buried deeply into Blair’s hair and pulled his head back gently, but firmly. “If you’re not careful, Doctor Sandburg,” Jim could feel a shiver run down Blair’s spine, “I’m going to take you on the cold, hard, wooden floor.” Jim stared into Blair’s eyes, which seemed slightly dazed, “All my brain registered was hard and wood after you called me…” “Doctor Sandburg?” Jim felt the shiver again. “Let’s take this to bed, Doctor…” before Jim could finish, Blair’s lips were kissing him senseless. When they finally broke apart, Blair felt a wall against his back and realized that they were both naked save for boxers and socks. “You check the loft. I’ll put dinner up until later. Meet at the stairs in ten.” Blair saw Jim’s reluctance, “You know you won’t feel right until you’ve checked all the locks.” Blair could see Jim’s reluctance slipping, “And you don’t want our dinner sitting out all night. Do you?” Jim sighed, “Ten minutes…or I come looking for you.” Blair shivered at the growl in Jim’s voice. He’d never heard that particular pitch. Blair hurried to the kitchen and did a record time clean up job. I’m glad I didn’t take everything out of the containers. Blair could hear Jim securing the door in his room that led to the alley. Just get it all into the fridge. Blair smiled as his hands shook, I haven’t been this nervous in years. When was the last time I was this nervous? Blair thought as his hands worked. His smile fell, When I was up on that podium. Telling the entire world I was a fraud. Blair sighed as he stacked several Styrofoam containers and opened the antique refrigerator, At least I may still be able to get my doctorate. When this court case goes through, I doubt Rainier University will ever try to screw me again. Jim was right, when he said they were just trying to use me. All they ever wanted was another thing they could brag about. And that publisher, how could he have released my dissertation? To the press? When I expressly forbade it. What an asshole. “Tick Tock, Chief.” A shiver of anticipation ran first up and then down Blair’s spine. He checked the clock, “Two minutes. I still have two minutes.” Blair quickly put the dishes to soak, No use incurring the wrath of Mr. Obsessive-Compulsive Clean. A smile broke out on his face, Especially when I want to keep him in bed. Man, it’s a good thing I went to the store. Blair turned off the water in the sink and checked the time, One more minute. He moved quickly to the paper bag and pulled out what he’d been hoping Jim wouldn’t smell. Let’s hope he’s not allergic to KY jelly. Blair looked up and his heart almost stopped. Before him stood a completely naked Sentinel. Blair swallowed, hard, and tried to talk, “Wow.” “Time for bed.” Blair’s body responded to the purring quality in Jim’s voice. He nodded and walked to meet the sight before him. Jim’s open arms went eagerly around the younger man, a soft whisper met Blair’s ear, “You’re mine. Now and forever.” Blair didn’t have time to respond as Jim’s mouth descended on his. Blair felt his body being lifted off the ground. Strong arms held him closely and secure as Jim moved them both up the stairs to his room. Blair was laid gently onto Jim’s bed and summarily stripped of his remaining clothing. Jim noticed what Blair had been holding and laughed, “Always the Boy Scout. Huh, Chief?” Blair shook his head, dreamily, “Uh uh, that’s you department.” Jim smirked, “Well, you always seem prepared.” Jim took the box of condoms and lubricant out of Blair’s hands and put them on the bedside table. “Improvisation and preparation are two different things.” Jim slowly crawled on top of Blair, letting their skin touch at every possible point, “I think I’ve finally figured out a way to keep you quiet.” Blair groaned, “Mmm, really?” Jim smiled at Blair’s expression, “Yeah.” Jim captured Blair’s lips again and began to move. Both men groaned as their erections rubbed against each other. Blair seemed to come to his senses as he pushed Jim away, his eyes wide, “Jim, I’ve never done…” Jim smiled, “Don’t worry, Chief. I haven’t done very much, either. I know a little…that comes from working Vice for so long, but,” Jim shrugged, “we’ll figure out what’s right for us.” Blair smiled sheepishly, “Okay. I mean, I know what I look like and I know what most people think…” “Blair, I never listened to what anyone else had to say about you. I know you. I trust you.” Jim’s hands went to Blair’s cheeks, “I love you.” Blair swallowed, “I love you, too.” “Good, then it’s settled. We can figure out how this…” Jim waved a hand between the two of them, “sex thing is going to work by taking it slow. Feel out what’s comfortable to us.” Blair couldn’t suppress the smiled that crossed his face, “Experiment?” Jim snorted, “Yes, experiment. Maybe even do some tests.” Blair’s eyes lit up, “Oooh, now I get to experience first hand what Sentinel senses can do in the bed room.” Blair watched as a slightly evil smile appeared on Jim’s face, “Uh-oh.” Blair watched as Jim moved lower, down his body. Blair gasped, mouth wide, hands clutching the sheets, back arching as Jim’s mouth encompassed his almost painful erection. “Oh, god.” Blair’s eyes rolled back, into his head. His final coherent sentence—or was that thought—was, “If this is a dream, I don’t want to wake up.” Author’s Notes: This is what happens with way too much sexual tension, a half-gallon of my favorite ice cream and watching two, eight-hour tapes of The Sentinel. Hope it’s not too bad!	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2576
__label__wiki	0.936298	0.936298	warning Hi, we've moved to USCANNENBERGMEDIA.COM. Visit us there! Annenberg Radio News Annenberg TV News USC Impact USC Annenberg Neon Tommy - Annenberg digital news \| Abbas, CNN, daily beast, Gaza, Gaza Strip, International, Israel, Palestine, un, United Nations, unity Hannah Madans \| December 2, 2012 \| 3:52 p.m. PST Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas said Sunday that it was time for Palestinians to unite. (Dawn Megli/Neon Tommy) Abbas spoke at a rally in Rammallah after returning from a trip to the United Nations, according tot he Daily Beast. The UN gave the authority "nonmember observer state" status. This means the Palestinians have the same recognition as the Vatican. The U.S. and Israel both took alarm with this status and Secretary of State Hilary Clinton said it would not bring about peace. The current divide in Paletine is between Abbas' Fatah party based in the West Bank and Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip. CNN reported: Standing before throngs of cheering supporters Sunday, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas called for an end to the division among Palestinians in the wake of the United Nations upgrading the authority's status -- as Israel refused to acknowledge that newfound recognition. "The people who have achieved the accomplishment of the 29th of November, when the world wrote the birth certificate of the state of Palestine, are capable of imposing the will of the people in making the reconciliation happen," he said at a packed rally in Ramallah. Reach Senior News Editor Hannah Madans here.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2577
__label__wiki	0.710767	0.710767	0114 232 9292 connect@medilink.co.uk Innovation & Commercialisation COVID-19 – help and advice Medilink News Expert Exchange Arab Health 2021 Innovation Course Brexit preparation – webinars Why join Medilink? Medilink Directory HGF Intellectual Property Specialists Hill Dickinson Thackray Medical Museum plans operating theatre exhibit Thackray Medical Museum in Leeds has announced plans to build a new exhibit, recreating the operating theatre that performed the UK’s first hand transplant. The former Leeds Union Workhouse reopened as a medical museum in 1997 and welcomes thousands of visitors each year. A team of volunteers, technicians, educators and curators work to preserve and develop the heritage of medicine and provide an opportunity for communities to understand and benefit from history, health and well-being. With support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Museum is now closed for a £4m refurbishment, which includes an ambitious project recreating an operating theatre with all the instruments and equipment necessary to carry out a hand transplant operation. Suman Asi, Co-Producer Community Champion says: “We want to give visitors an inspiring and engaging interpretation of the work of the hand transplant team, the journey of the patient and provide accurate detail in the representation of medical equipment, to offer learning based on heritage and health for audiences of any age.” The opening of this innovative exhibit will be Summer 2020 and Thackray Medical Museum is looking for support from the healthcare industry to complete the challenge. For businesses and organisations that can assist with the creation in any way, the Thackray Medical Museum welcomes you to get in touch. Take a look at an initial plan here including a list of items and characteristics the team are looking to acquire. If you could contribute or donate any of the necessary equipment, or offer advisory services with experience in transplants, the Thackray Medical Museum would be very grateful. As a registered charity, all profits from the Museum go back into planning and developing content for the future and to encourage more people to learn and engage with the history of medicine. For more information and to enquire how you can assist in the exhibition, contact FAO Co Producer info@thackraymuseum.org Written by Medilink User View all posts by: Medilink User Growing MedTech Translation Event returns for second year NIHR Surgical MedTech Cooperative, National Meeting 2019 ‘Surgery 2030: Transformative Technologies’ Awards celebrate the best and brightest in healthcare. © 2016 Medilink.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2585
__label__wiki	0.593079	0.593079	Senator Tinubu honours MKO, others at Town Hall -launches economic empowerment programme for youth and unemployed persons As part of efforts to further perpetuate the significance of June 12 in Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu and constituents of Lagos Central Senatorial District are to hold a Town Hall Meeting on Friday (June 14). The senatorial district’s 7th Town Hall Meeting is focussed on the exemplary legacy of the winner of June 12, 1993 elections, Bashorun MKO Abiola and others who struggled selflessly towards realising genuine transformation in Nigeria. Themed “Making the Sacrifice for Development”, the occasion is scheduled to take place at the historic Lagos City Hall, CMS Lagos. A press statement issued by Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s Constituency Office in Lagos indicates that top politicians, youth and a cross-section of the society have already indicated interest in participating in the event. Like other past Town Hall meetings, Friday’s event will also include the launching of Youth Empowerment and Skills Acquisition Scheme [YESAS), a new economic empowerment scheme to further improve the socio-economic circumstances of more constituents. Also, Senator Oluremi Tinubu will brief her constituents and receive feedbacks from them on her Senatorial duties, constituency projects being implemented and how all citizens can work together to achieve effective and lasting change in the society. She will also give an update on the N222.3 Drug Rehabilitation and Counselling Centre which she facilitated for Lagos Central Senatorial District under the 2012 budget and the N 223 million ultra-modern market that is about to be constructed in the district under the 2013 national budget. While her recent efforts in the Senate include the sponsorship of bills to provide social security for Nigeria’s elderly citizens and to amend sections of the Labour Act which restricts employment opportunities for women, she is currently working with other Senators on a bill aimed at conferring a Special Status on Lagos state. Outside the Senate, her social welfare/developmental initiatives include launching of the Post-Secondary School Scholarship Scheme (PSSS) for hundreds of indigent students, the Petty Traders Empowerment Capital Scheme (PETECS) to help beneficiaries re-capitalise an existing petty trade as well as the Elderly Citizens’ Assistance Scheme (ECAS) which provides funds to alleviate the plight of elderly citizens. Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s passionate commitment to education has brought benefits to several institutions of higher learning; she helped secure funding from TETFUND to enable the Sir Michael Otedola College of Primary Education (MOCPE) construct its School of Primary and Early Child Care Education and the Lagos State University (LASU) to expend further resources on important matters of academic relevance. The release of N109 million to MOCPE and another N108 million to LASU is aimed towards addressing some of the deficiencies in core areas of teaching and learning facilities and resources. Through the Senate Committee on Education, she secured additional federal resources to rehabilitate schools in her constituency, including the Jibowu Junior High school, Yaba (N21 million); Banjo Primary School, Otumara-Ilogbo in Ebute Metta, Lagos Island (N20 million). Also, three primary schools are to benefit with N15 million rehabilitation funds each, under the initiative. Previous PostPrevious Post Recognition of Lagos as a special State: Senator Oluremi Tinubu to lead second reading on bill Next PostNext Post Press parley on 2 years at the senate	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2589
__label__cc	0.627715	0.372285	Movies Main Movies-to-View Trailer Database Close Screen Mamaboy • USA • 2017 • 124m • • Directed by: Aaron Leong. • Starring: Sean O'Donnell, Alexandria DeBerry, Gary Busey, Stephen Tobolowsky, Michael Eric Reid, Dylan Riley Snyder, J.D. Rudometkin, Eric Wheeler, Nick Fenske, Jesse Miller, Pamela Finney, Cassidy Ann Shaffer, Michael Reep. • Music by: Johnny Flanagan. A high school student must hide the fact that he has become pregnant from his family, friends and the school faculty! Trailers: Length: Languages: Subtitles: The script is promising and tries to do something original and new. However, it has plenty loose ends. It is more like a script written by amateurs than professionals. The actors are all amateurs and were not able to bring the story to life. The movie is sloppy, slow-paced, and devoid of any humour to make it an interesting watch. The characters are mainly caricatures and the actions in the story are unbelievable. The viewer is not lured into the plausibility of the movie's plot even though it is original (a boy carrying a pregnancy and its attendant effects). All-in-all, you may see this movie if you want to know how a bad movie can be. If you are into amateurish movies, then this movie is perfect. However, for more serious viewers: SAVE YOURSELF THE STRESS AND TIME! Review by literarymathy from the Internet Movie Database. Release Anniversaries Movies By Year:	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2602
__label__wiki	0.967243	0.967243	Bishop Burns Revista Catolica Former Cistercian abbot recalled for forging relationships Father Abbot Peter Verhalen, O.Cist., consecrates the Eucharist as, from left, Auxiliary Bishop Greg Kelly, Father Paul McCormick, O.Cist., and Father Thomas Esposito, O.Cist., look on during the funeral Mass for Father Denis Farkasfalvy, O.Cist., on May 25. (JIM REISCH/Special Contributor) By Jeff Miller Special to The Texas Catholic Relationships were central to the life and legacy of Father Denis Farkasfalvy, O.Cist. — the second abbot of Irving’s Cistercian Abbey Our Lady of Dallas and the second headmaster of the adjoining Cistercian Preparatory School —who died on May 20 at 83 years old. And no relationship among monks in the abbey or students at the school during his 55 years at Cistercian might have been more meaningful than the one developed with a floppy-haired freshman who rode a five-horsepower motorcycle onto the grounds from his Dallas home near St. Monica parish one spring day in 1971. Jim Bloodgood was a former Cistercian student at the time, having transferred after the eighth grade to his neighborhood junior high in northwest Dallas after finances at home tightened with an extended family of about a dozen under one roof. Father Farkasfalvy offered Bloodgood, disheartened by the transfer, the opportunity to return for the 10th grade and, instead of paying tuition, work nights and weekends through the school years and summers. Bloodgood cleaned the art room, mowed the football field, moved books from the library, buffed the basketball court, laid pipe — and thoroughly cherished the next three school years at Cistercian. He graduated in 1974, then earned a finance degree from UT-Arlington and built a career in banking. Following 20 years with Amegy Bank, Bloodgood is in his fourth year as senior vice president of BTH Bank. “He taught me the value of relationships,” said Bloodgood, still a St. Monica parishioner with his wife, Kelly. “Not once did he push me; he always encouraged me. He always had my back.” Father Farkasfalvy was instrumental in sustaining and growing the abbey and prep school during challenging times. Our Lady of Dallas was founded in 1955 by Cistercian monks fleeing communist Hungary. The school opened in 1962 in Dallas, moving to Irving in January 1965. “He simply built the community spiritually and materially,” said Father Peter Verhalen, O.Cist., a 1973 Cistercian Prep grad who was headmaster from 1996-2012 and abbot since 2012. “He was a spiritual father to us all,” said Father Paul McCormick, O.Cist., who succeeded Father Verhalen as headmaster. Father Farkasfalvy was ordained in 1961, earned a doctorate in theological studies in Rome and was sent to north Texas in 1962. He earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in math (while learning English) at TCU in 1965 at the direction of Cistercian’s first abbot, Father Anselm Nagy. Father Farkasfalvy taught math and theology for the next 40 years at the prep school and across Highway 114 at the University of Dallas. He stayed in the classroom while serving as headmaster (1969-74, ‘75-81) and as abbot (1988-2012). Father Julius Leloczky, O.Cist., and Father Roch Kereszty, O.Cist., are fellow Hungarians at Cistercian who left their homeland along with Father Farkasfalvy and soon came to call Irving home. “I can say he was my best friend and not only a monk, a brother,” said Father Leloczky, 87. “We were together for 64 years.” In recent years, the two would follow Saturday dinner and evening prayer with a night of conversation and chess. “He played pretty aggressively,” Father Leloczky said. “He didn’t like the usual openings. He liked to be different.” Father Farkasfalvy was a world class theologian and biblical scholar, appointed by St. John Paul II in 2003 to the Pontifical Biblical Commission. Father Verhalen said Father Farkasfalvy elevated the school’s position of form master, in which a faculty member advises an entire class through its eight-year Cistercian journey, beyond its original administrative duties and turned it into a spiritual companion. That has essentially limited grade enrollments to fewer than 50 students so a form master can be most effective. With the number of monks in the abbey perilously small in the early 2000s, Father Farkasfalvy’s dedication to increasing vocations turned the tide over a five-year period. “It’s indisputable that his charisma and his will brought in a number of young monks, and I would include myself,” said Father Thomas Esposito, O.Cist., a junior master —someone who oversees monks still in formation — at the abbey. Father John Bayer, O.Cist., the abbey’s vocations director, wasn’t considering a religious vocation as a UD senior until he listened to Father Farkasfalvy during the Easter retreat. “I don’t think there’s anybody who made me feel more seen and understood than Father Denis,” Father Bayer said. Father Farkasfalvy’s life was celebrated Monday in the 28-year-old Abbey Church that he was a key figure in building. “That was the dream of the founders of this monastery,” Father Verhalen said. “He was able to clarify the dreams and make them real.” The vow of stability taken by Cistercian monks is now tangibly represented in Irving by that sanctuary. “Those stacks of limestone aren’t going anywhere,” Father Esposito said. The word abbot comes from the Aramaic abba. “Which Jesus uses for God, our Father,” Father McCormick said. “He (Father Farkasfalvy) was an abba in every sense of the term.” Next article Father Esposito: What is a Paraclete anyway? 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__label__cc	0.528482	0.471518	January 6, 2017: New Releases For December 'Tis the season, or 'twas the season, that is! If you're like me, you may have a bit of post-holiday blues. Fortunately, SJ Games has the solution! Like filling a stocking, we packed December with new Munchkin, Ogre, and even GURPS. These huge releases dropped right before Christmas, so it's understandable if you missed them. But now is the perfect time to head to your respective local retailers and Target to pick them up! Super Munchkin Guest Artist Edition Super Munchkin gets a new, not-so-secret identity! Art Baltazar has made a name for himself both writing and drawing for DC Comics. You've probably seen something he's worked on if you read comics. So when we were looking for someone to do the Guest Artist Edition of Super Munchkin, he was a natural fit! This Guest Artist Edition includes completely re-illustrated game cards, a game board featuring Art Baltazar's Super Munchkin art, and male and female standies for each player. Find this limited-print edition exclusively at Target! Ogre Sixth Edition In 2085 A.D., armored warfare is faster and deadlier than ever. Ogre is a desperate contest between a super-intelligent, bloodthirsty, AI-controlled tank and the squads of infantry, armor, and artillery fighting to stop its advance. You can be the Ogre and ruthlessly steamroll the humans in your way, or play the defenders, trying to defeat it at any cost. The game is easy to learn and quick to play. It only takes a half-hour, but you'll want to do it over and over – and with 16 unique map overlays to change up each playthrough, you can! Will the Command Post survive this time, or will the Ogre triumph yet again? GURPS Mars Attacks Earth Is Under Attack! The Martians descended upon Earth without warning. Saucers filled the skies. Blaster-wielding soldiers, giant insects, and unstoppable robots slaughtered the human defenders on the ground. It could have been the end of humanity . . . if not for the brave scientists of the Novas Vira, the only ones who saw the invasion coming! Now the fate of Earth hangs in the balance as both sides turn to science, desperately inventing new weapons and defenses in the hope of finding the one that wins the war. GURPS Mars Attacks contains everything you need to join the fight and make a difference: Choose your side. Are you among the conquerors here to grant Earth the honor of being added to the Martian Empire? Or are you fighting to save your planet – either on your own or as part of the Novas Vira, Tiger Corps, or United Earth Alliance? Set the scope. Play unprepared civilians stepping up to face Martian raiders, bold saucer pilots defending troops from waves of human jets, high-level officers making decisions that impact the entire war, or anyone else you can imagine! Lock and load. It'll take spirit to win this war, sure, but also technology. Learn about the weapons, defenses, vehicles, and strange inventions of both sides – and take advantage of streamlined rules to make new ones. GURPS Mars Attacks requires the GURPS Basic Set Fourth Edition. The detailed setting and descriptions of Martian society and technology can be used with any game system. Discworld Roleplaying Game Journey through the off-kilter imagination of Sir Terry Pratchett in the Discworld Roleplaying Game. There's a lot of unusual stuff on the Disc, but don't worry about getting lost – game author Phil Masters has crafted a road map to Pratchett-inspired storytelling. Visit settings like the most dubious city in the multiverse, Ankh-Morpork. Intervene in the cultural interactions of trolls and dwarves (but watch out for flying axes). Campaign for goblin rights. Flee from an angry Swamp Dragon (two feet of mindless fury and high-explosive digestion). Even find out why the why the second-greatest lover on the Disc needs a stepladder. And remember, the world is round. And also flat. This is a complete roleplaying game. You need no other books to play. It includes the material from the previous edition of the game and its supplement, Discworld Also – all updated to reflect the events of the Discworld novels released since then, as well as the rules of GURPS Fourth Edition. Munchkin #24 Super heroics and date nights! Spyke and Flower go . . . speed dating. It goes about as well as you'd expect. Especially considering that the other participants include a Shrieking Geek and one of Spyke's old Ghoulfiends. In the end, the pair of munchkins learn an important lesson about how they really like to spend their time. (Hint: It's not speed dating.) (Another hint: It involves a mace.) In the second story, Super Munchkin Guest Artist Edition illustrator Art Baltazar tells readers how to be a Super Munchkin, including how to hide your super-secret identity. Look in the back pages of this issue for a bonus Munchkin rule, plus a special promo code to get The Official Super Munchkin Bookmark of the Super Sartorial Switcheroo! and five Munchkin promo cards from Warehouse 23 for just a penny! -- Hunter Shelburne	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2610
__label__wiki	0.745191	0.745191	The Zeitgeist Embryonic #1: 5 possibly great TV shows in the throes of development Daniel*1977 via photopin cc As someone with my ear to the pop culture firmament, upon which I often hear the heavy footed shuffle of zombies, the thump-thump of alien mechanised vehicles or the light footfalls of zingy sitcom oneliners, hardly a day goes by when I don’t come across announcements about shows with exciting concepts or from people whose work I endlessly admire. Their possible eventual arrival on our TV screens is announced with breathless anticipation, and while not all of them will make it into production, the very idea that they are there out somewhere in the ether waiting to take physical form is exciting enough. And while I can’t be absolutely certain they will all be great, and my optimism may come to bite me on my couch-sitting proverbial, I don’t think child like anticipation should ever be put aside in favour of cynical weariness. So I have picked 5 shows that have me particularly excited, ones that might possibly, potentially maybe, don’t hold your breath but they could, premiere on some network or cable channel’s schedule (and cinemas; yes I snuck in one movie with TV precursors) in the not too distant future. Ellen Degeneres (image via thenet.ng) NEW SITCOM FROM ELLEN DEGENERES Ellen Degeneres is one amazingly busy woman. She hosts her own very successful day time talk/variety show, The Ellen Show, now in its 11th season (and with 1700 episodes under its belt), is up once again to host the Oscars, has written a number of very funny books, as well as releasing apps and albums and a blizzard of other merchandise based on her show. If that’s not enough and let’s face it you can never have too much of this talented, funny and generous lady, she is also now developing, in concert with comedy writer Liz Feldman (who worked on Ellen’s show for 2 years), a new gay-centric sitcom, for NBC, the latest in a long line of likeminded sitcoms for a network which has included Will and Grace, The New Normal and Sean Saves the World. Unlike its predecessors however, the as-yet-unnamed show will feature a lesbian lead whose falls pregnant to her straight male best friend just as he falls for the love of his life and walks her down the aisle. Awkward, funny and ripe will all manner of comic possibilities. It is but one show in a quiver of media projects for Ellen’s A Very Good Production company which includes a sitcom for NBC starring Rosie and Grace, two pint sized English girls who are frequent guests on Ellen’s talk show, a witty drama based on Lauren Graham”s debut novel Someday, Someday, Maybe, and a show set in the 1930s on CW. It all adds up to a frantically packed schedule for the one woman entertainment powerhouse which should ensure we have lots of Ellen, however indirectly, on our screens for some time to come. (source: deadline.com) The Addams Family (image via comicsworthreading.com) A NEW ANIMATED ADDAMS FAMILY MOVIE Now this particular spooky project has me truly excited. As a child one of my favourite cartoons and then TV shows was The Addams Family, based on the cartoons originally drawn by American cartoonist Charles Addams over 50 years from 1938 to 1988 and published in The New Yorker. Thanks to re-runs I discovered the cartoon series (1973-1975) and the TV series (1964-1966) in reverse order, falling instantly in love with a family who were anything but typical, not that that bothered them at all safely ensconced in their gothic mansion at 0001 Cemetery Lane. While they managed the transition to the modern age with two live action movies and an early 90s revival of the animated series which ran for two years, they always lived for me in their animated form, which seem to mesh best with their origins as still cartoons. And now I, and a host of other fans, will get the chance to see them in all their coloured-in glory in a new animated feature from MGM with Pamela Pettler (The Corpse Bride, Monster House) in charge of the screenplay and Andrew Mittman and Kevin Miserocchi handling producer duties. It’s obviously going to be a while before this film makes it to the big screen, given the extended gestation time for animated films, but I have a funny feeling it is going to be worth the wait … right Thing? (source: variety.com) Tina Fey (image via television.mxdwn.com) TOOKEN by TINA FEY Back on NBC and thanks to her track record with Saturday Night Live and the luminously wonderful, hilarious 30 Rock, both on the Peacock network, Tina Fey’s new show Tooken has been ordered straight to a 13 episode series. Starring Ellie Kemper (The Office) as a woman who frees herself from a doomsday cult and restarts her life in New York after reconnecting with her estranged father, it is set to air in autumn 2014. NBC’s affection for Fey and her production partner Robert Carlock, was almost palpable as the network announced its commitment to the promising new show. “Original voices like Tina and Robert don’t come along very often and we wanted them back on the air as soon as possible. And to have them working with Ellie Kemper — who we watched grow up on The Office from supporting player to leading actress — puts the whole package together. We feel fortunate to be in business with this entire creative team on something so funny, unique, and attention-getting.” (Jennifer Salke, president NBC Entertainment) No word yet on whether Tina Fey will make a guest appearance or two but you have to hope she’s there in some form or another. We can’t have “Liz Lemon” off our screens for too long. (source: huffingtonpost.com) iZombie (image via en.wikipedia.org) iZombie from Robert Thomas and Diane Ruggiero It’s no real secret that zombies are the toast of television at the moment. While no network execs want actual zombies anywhere near them, they’re more than happy to have them on the small screen (and big ones too occasionally), especially given the success enjoyed by AMC’s undead ratings juggernaut, The Walking Dead. Shuffling her way onto CW soon-ish, thanks to Robert Thomas of Veronica Mars fame, and his executive producer/co-writer, Diane Ruggiero, will be a whole new take on the zombie genre, based on the best selling Vertigo graphic novel series, iZombie by the legendary Mike Allred and Chris Roberson. Centred on a med student-turned-zombie, Gwendolyn Dylan, who must eat brains once a month or she turns into a classically aggressive mindless member of the undead complete with all the cosmetic challenges that implies (she obtains these by getting a job as a gravedigger at an eco-friendly cemetery). But if things aren’t complicated enough by her altered physical state, she must contend with a world populated by vampires and werewolves, along with the unceasingly insistent memories of the deceased whose brains she eats, which prompt her to embark on a Nancy Drew-esque second career as an amateur sleuth with the help of an obviously openminded medical examiner and police detective. It’s an intriguing premise and one that’s certain to capture the imagination of viewers eager for some more time with their favourite supernatural beings. Yunjin Kim (image via stud-center.com) TIME TRAVEL with YUNJIN KIM and FAKE EMPIRE Who doesn’t love a good time travel epic, especially when it’s part thriller, part love story, with the fate of everything you know and care about in your present day existence hanging in the balance? Based on the Korean TV series, Nine: Nine Time Travels, it centres on a man possessed of the ability to go back 20 years into the past who finds he has upset the delicate linear balance of events when his attempts to prevent a murder which ripped apart his family unleash collateral damage so vast that everyone and everything he knows and values, including his own life, is threatened with oblivion. Motivation enough for you? You’d like to think so! It sounds like an engrossing, exciting idea, which the ABC network in the USA has sensibly put into production. There’s no air date confirmed at this time. Flagstones! It’s the Flagstones! They’re the modern Stone Age … wait, what what now?! Posted on April 24, 2016 April 22, 2016 by aussiemoose A celebration of creativity and silliness: The Jim Henson Company Sizzle Reel Posted on October 15, 2019 October 10, 2019 by aussiemoose Finally watched: Schitt’s Creek Can you hear the ABBA reunion talk Fernando? Rip’d from the pages of my childhood: The William stories by Richmal Crompton	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2616
__label__wiki	0.925979	0.925979	KOJONUP (WA) ********************************************************************************************************************************* 1970's - KOJONUP HOT ROD CLUB The Kojonup Hot Rod Club was formed in the early 70's and immediately fared well with local and visiting drivers, Being surrounded by numerous South West Clubs created racing opportunities from visitors, particularly neighbouring Katanning drivers. At the time the club had built a track off the showgrounds road and closer to the Albany Highway than the 2nd and more known track, the first track was only used for about two seasons before the new track was built next to the Showgrounds. Allan Worrol recalls: the main thing i remember about the 1st Kojonup track was the fact that it was on the side of a masive hill so if you got turn 2 wrong chances were you may of ended up in the town of Kojonup itself. An early array of FC Holdens , station wagons and even a Zephyr ute entertained early spectators, The Caldwells, The Savory's and even Len Blazyks purple and orange ute were there in those early days "B" Stock and Standard Saloon's made up the early program which was broken up with the kid's bicycle races on the infield. A year later at Kojonup Solos were racing, even formula 500's grew in popularity and a local named Merv Robinson had fronted in a Super Modified. On March 27 , 1975 a Kojonup team comprising of Merv Robinson, Mac Caldwell and Colin Campbell defeated the more fancied Bunbury Team of Eddy Gobby, Mick Tripplett and Chas Thompson 18 points to 12 in an interclub challenge series, That day three brand new car appear at the Kojonup track, Robert Evans and Charlie Lyttleton in "B" Stock and the debut of Merv Robinson's new Torana. It was probably around 1975 when things started to happen at Kojonup. Robinson driving the "Street n Strip" Torana went across to Katanning and brought home the Woodanilling Hotel Trophy. In 1975, to win an open championship at Katanning you would gain $40.00 and a sash. It was also decided that year that sedan divisions 1, 2 and 3 would all compete in the same 15 lap feature on a handicap basis, Visiting drivers had the gate admission refunded on presentation of the purchased ticket, not uncommon, a count of tickets sold determines correct attendance figures. A local Mini Bike Club approached the Speedway about competition on the infield, Before they knew it, they could have been running what today is known as Pee Wees. Things became a little more series in the later part of 1975, they changed the name from the Kojonup Hot Rod Club to the Kojonup Speedway Club, They also became incorporated and finally presented members of the club with a constitution. December 1975, Merv Robinson was club President, the club was paying visiting drivers a massive $2.50 tow money and paying the Kojonup Shire $15.00 per hour for the use of the Council's grader. In 1976 the club approached the Shire regarding relocating to the Showgrounds which had better facilities for spectators, The fact that the club didn't relocatesuggests that they did not present its case or in fact they did and it was rejected. Robinson now had a Mustang and was flying the Kojonup flag further afield including the bright lights of Claremont Speedway; The club carried on and presented new ways of raising revenue, an idea was put forward at a committee meeting that the club charge for members to compete in a competitive roo shoot with funds returning to the club. By the time the National Super Sedan tital at Newcastle Motordrome was on us in January 1981, Robinson had upgraded to a later model Mustang, The earlier car remaining in the club in the hands of Bob Ness. Allan Baker recalls: at this time I was living in Sydney temporarily and had driven to the Motordrome for the tital, many of us camped on site, either in the car park or in the pits, The large contingent from WA had camped in the pit area, it was here i met Merv and Necia Robinson for the first time. The club continued to run through the eightie's holding various championships and feature divisions including Formula 500's, Juniors, B Stocks, Stock Production, Standard Saloons, Division 1 and 2 Sedans Butch Boys had become president in 1987 , Merv Robinson had separated and left town,even retired from racing, Standard Saloons were allowed racing rubber. Allan Baker Recalls: In 1982 I was back in Perth permanently, a weekend road trip took in the Kojonup Open Championship on the Saturday and the Narrogin Open Championship on the Sunday, we slept over in the pits at Kojonup before moving on early the next morning, This was my first chance to see Kojonup Speedway in action. Into the nintee's and it was all over (Editorials: Allan Baker) KOJONUP SPEEDWAY PRESS RELEASE Kojonup Beats Bunbury The Kojonup verses Bunbury match race was a triumph for the home team when Merv Robinson, Mac Caldwell and Colin Campbell raced away from the Bunbury team, Eddy Gobby Mick Triplett and Chas Thompson to win the two by four lap series by 18 points to 12, The only roll-over for the day was after the finish of the B stock feature race, won by Ron Estberg. The division one feature race went to Mick Triplett. The day saw three new cars on the Kojonup track, Robert Evans in 90 B stock, Charlie Lyttleton in 101 B stock and Merv Robinson in his division one Torana. There were 10 starters in the ladies race which was won by "Speed Queen" Joan Campbell. 1981 >1985 - KOJONUP SPEEDWAY SLIDESHOW 1984 - GRANT WARDEL ROLLS THE TORANA AT KOJONUP Boyup Brook racer Grant Wardel turns the Torana upside down on the Kojonup track. BOB NESS Like so many Speedway competitors before him, Bob Ness actually started out racing Karts back in the late 50's, It was in 1961 when Bob won the WA 160cc Class State Tital at Cockburn Raceway, The Kart was powered by a Czechoslovakian CZ engine. It was during the 1984-85 Season that Bob was talked into going speedway racing by Merv Robinson, Bob had been with Merv a few times and decided he'd like to have a go at it, Robinson was racing the the newer 85 model Mustang but still had the earlier 66 model parked, Bob took over driving the car and had his first hit out at the old O'Callaghan Park venue in Katanning. Together Bob and Merv travelled to many venues around the South West, Mt Barker, Bunbury, Waroona, Darkan, Narrogin and Collie to name a few. Bob recalls racing against competitors such as Graham Wake (Katanning), Noel Edmunds (Bunbury) Sid Streetfield in the days when Sid had his SLR 5000. The late start to his career in speedway was no handicap as Bob soon began beating many of the younger drivers around at the time. At home in Kojonup the competition was hot with not only Merv Robinson, but add locals"Wizz Cochrane" and "Butch Boys and we had some full on racing. The 66 "tang" was raced for another three or so years when a major upgrade took place, the chassis was two long so it was cut down by six inches in the wheel base, Bob rebuilt the front end and Merv helped attach his second set of "85" panels, presto, Twin Tangs in Koji, The upgraded car then debuted at Collie Speedway, the car was actually doing quite well until Bob lost a rear wheel and was towed infield. Back at Kojonup Bob helped out as muck as he could volunteering with track prep and general duties around the racetrack, One of his best racing results was a second in a forty lapper at Bunbury whilst his favourite meetings were always the day meeting at Easter at Margaret River, Continued support from Merv saw "Kojonup Hi Performance" appear on the car as a sponsor, Even after Robinson had given up racing, he still supported Bob Ness. In later years engines were sent to Allan Nylander, Bob Ness was one of the first Div 1 sedans to run methanol and again Nylander assisted in the conversion process, Bob retired from racing and eventually moved away from Kojonup, but his recollections are now recorded and his contribution to Kojonup Speedway remembered. (Editorial Alan Baker) BUTCH BOYS "Butch" Boys started his Speedway career in stockies where he learned his racecraft, His introduction to Speedway was under the influence of good friend and mechanic John Barrett. His first car was an EJ Holden that was given the nickname "Lamb Chop", The first of the torana's came along , a dark blue car and it got called "T-Bone", Butch says it was better than a lamb chop. Butch Boys raced at many of the Southern venues including Albany where he shared his car with fellow Kojonup racer Peter Cochrane in the Standard Saloon 100 lapper. In the early 80's the car travelled across to Corrigin where the Torana did "Double Duty" on the day. John Barrett raced it in standard saloons whilst "Butch" drove it in the super sedans, The car won both divisions on the day. Boys has raced at many tracks including Margaret River, Mt Barker, Manjimup, Albany and both Katanning venues. He won the last open championship at O'Callaghan Park. For years both "Butch" and his wife Lynn served time on the Kojonup Committee, Butch being President for two years. He found it difficult being President, all the running around makinf sure things went to plan, he was also a track curator so the racecar found itself parked up in the garage on Kojonup racedays. But that's the kind of things dedicated club people do, its people like "Butch" Boys who kept the Kojonup club afloat right to the very end. MERV ROBINSON Long before the original Kojonup Speedway ever openned, a local farm boy got the urge to go speedway racing. Better known as a Sedan driver, Merv Robinson actually started his racing career as a Super Modified driver at tracks such as Darkan, O'Callaghan Park Kattanning, Mt Barker, Narrogin and Boyup Brook. Merv raced the Super Mod with a 186 ci Holden motor against country competitors such as Steve Herbert, Kevin Costello (Mt Barker), Tony Caldwell, Syd Harder and Merv Hulland. An accident in 1974 after Merv and Des Hicks run wheels at Katanning saw the Robinson mod in a sad state, The car was rebuilt only to be completely written off in a huge dump in the back straight at Mount Barker. Exit one Super Modified, enter one LC Torana, With the car came new found success. The old South West Series saw clubs such as Kojonup, Katanning, Mt Barker, Collie and Boyup Brook compete against each other with Merv scoring many points for his club, In March 1975 Merv was part of a victorious team from Kojonup (Robinson, Mac Caldwell and Colin Campbell) who defeated the more fancied team from Bunbury (Mick Triplett, Eddy Gobby and Chas Thompson). A big South West win came for Robinson in May 1975 when he beat home a quality local field to win the Woodanilling Trophy at Katanning in the Street and Strip Torana. After the Torana had become a little outdated Merv Robinson built the first of the Mustangs. The original car was a 1966 coupe that Merv converted to a speedway sedan. Not only did the car have a lot of success in the South West, Merv ventured further North and took on the bright lights of the larger Claremont arena. Merv also picked up a state tital at Mount Barker. After notable time with the big boys in Perth, Merv decided to haul the "Tang" across the Nullabor to contest the Australian Saloon Car Championship at the Newcastle Motordrome in January 1981. Most of the WA entrants camped in the Motordrome pit area for the weekend Merv and Necia Robinson were no exceptions. At the Nationals, Merv finished in second place in his first heat, beaten home by by Adrian Anderson, a fifth in his second heat and a disaster in the third coming from the rear of the grid. A poor finish in the third Semi Final left Merv as first reserve for the Championship Final, Merv suited up and waited, hopefully, a withdrawal would allow him a start, It wasn't to be. After returning from Newcastle it wasn't long before a later model Mustang was under construction. The 1966 Mustang going to local competitor Bob Ness. The new Ford Mustang found itself caught up in the left hand drive controversary at the time, it appeared as a Super Sedan, a Grand National and a Super Sedan yet again, It was also configured in both Left and Right Hand Drive modes. At Ellenbrook in 1983 Merv contested the State Tital with little joy but returned later that same year and won the Late Model Grand National, then a prized trophy on the Ellenbrook calender. As a Grand National the car travelled extensively, covering the North West as well as Merv's second venture across the Nullabor to a National Tital, this the 83/84 season, It was the year the tital was run as a series over three venues, the car misbehaved and overheated. At Geelong Merv finished a creditable fourth in his heat, this got him into the Semi-final. He sat 12th on the grid in the final, the best of all the West Australians, He was to finish sixth in the round one final collecting valuable points. From Geelong the troop moved on to Premier Speedway at Warnambool , The Warnambool effort was looking promising when Merv won his heat race, But that was were the gremlins began to play havoc, Merv didn't start in the final. He moved on with the rest to the final round at Speedway Park in Adelaide, On points Merv sat in tenth place prior to the start of the meeting, he qualified for the final of the third round and sat twelth on the grid, The overheating gremlins persisted and a disappointed Merv brought the car home to Kojonup, When Merv took the car to his mechanic to have the problem fixed, the car, untouched by human hands had corrected itself and at Claremont the following meeting won the Coca Cola Sedan Feature race, hard times and divorce followed in later years and Merv retired from racing. PETER "WHIZZ" COCHRANE Whizz started his racing career when he purchased a Dodge V8 Super Modified from Herb Robinson. At this point Kojonup didn't have a speedway so Cochrane travelled to other country venues to learn his racecraft, O'Callaghan Park Katanning and Bridgetown Speedway's in particular, He was to win his first race in 1972 at the Katanning venue. Fellow Kojonup racer Merv Robinson was also racing Super Modifieds at that time and the two travelled together to many meetings, Cochrane's first big meeting would have been his 5th place in the South West Championships at Bridgetown. His second Super Modified had a 202 Holden engine with tripple SU Carbies, he travelled with the race car extensively, tracks such as Mt Barker, Albany, Katanning, and was even runner up to Darkan's Ron Knapp in the South West Motorsport Championship the year it was held at Waroona, The Super Modified also got to race at Kojonup's first speedway track. After years in Super Modifieds he jumped ship and joined the sedan ranks, Cochrane purchased an LJ Torana roller and slotted in the Holden engine from the Super Modified. It was around 1974, He raced at Kojonup's first track, and the usual Katanning, Mt Barker, Albany etc, but now he had ventured further afield and took on the Bunbury boys at there home track, racing against guys like Colin and Butch Harper and Ivan Burke. By 1978 and 1979 Cochrane was having his best year, running regulary at Bunbury and nominating for State Titals, he won the 1979 South West Championship for sedans at Margaret River and also remembers a meeting at Lake Grace where he fought hard all day with Esperance driver John Goodlad. In those days, the top Division 2 drivers were often invited to compete in the Division 1 events, "Whizz" found himself competing in the State Tital round at Esperance. The tital was held over 4 rounds and each feature was 30 laps in distance, for some reason at Esperance the white flag came out at 19 laps, All hell broke loose and Drivers threatened to boycott following rounds. At the next round, held at Collie, it was decided to run the remaining laps prior to the start of the Collie meeting, A lot of drivers refused to participate and Cochrane found himself winning the Esperance round at the Collie track, his winnings were $500, a lot of money at the time. After the Torana it was time to upgrade, he purchased a Commodore from Kalgoorlie, whilst it was a good car, it was iffy in its construction, it was half mono and half kit car. Whizz chose not to get envolved in the politics around the specifications and didn't race at Bunbury or Claremont and concentrated on the country venues. In both 1981 and again in 1982 Cochrane won the open championship at Narrogin, In 1982 he also won the open championship at O'Callaghan Park in Katanning. 1983 saw wins at the Open Easter Championships held over 2 rounds Saturday at Mt Barker, then down to Albany on the Sunday. On May 7, 1983, at the Kojonup Open Championship (also a round of the Oval Track South West Mini Trail) Cochran won the Koji sedan tital from Ellenbrook's Graham Clarke. When I asked "Whizz" why he quit racing speedway, he replied, The missus didnt like sleeping in a race car, she wanted a house, he then added that he started his own business building sheds across the South West and business and family come first. Whizz lists his most respected rivals as his 2 closest mate Merv Robinson who also sponsored me and Ivan Burke. 2012 - KOJONUP SPEEDWAY 1 WALKABOUT The original Kojonup Speedway is almost lost, as it was built on the side of a hill water errosion has destroyed most of the track, over time it apears small saplings have been planted by the shire right through out the racetrack to stop some of this errosion. 2011 KOJONUP SPEEDWAY 2 WALKABOUT The track surface itself is in very good condition in fact good enough to race on ,The infield is over grown with new vegetation and there is only a small amount of erosion to the front straight gravel embankment . Most of the timber uprights are still standing but the panels have not fared so well, the exception being patches through turn 1 and 2 and a small section on the back straight. The control tower has been burnt down and the flaggies platform is lying on the track where it fell, one of the public address cables leading from the control tower to turn 4 is still connected but no speaker. Nearly all of the front straight spectator wire fences are still standing; some sections still have the keep off safety signs attached. All of the sites buildings have not stood the test of time and the vandals, but the pit board is still standing proud at the race track enterance. (use controls to pause - forward or reverse 15 images) 2011 - What remains of the dirt Go Kart track on the infield of Kojonup Speedway. Photo's Allan Baker. 2010 - KOJONUP 1 & 2 SPEEDWAY LOCATIONS	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2617
__label__wiki	0.539526	0.539526	Business Spotlight: Mark’s Country Store Posted On October 5, 2017 October 4, 2017 By Springville Times http://www.springvilletimes.com/05/business-spotlight-marks-country-store/#MjAxNzA5MjlfMDk By Carlee Frank With phrases such as ‘fur baby’ making its way into the vernacular, and videos of cats appearing on almost every social media platform, we must ask –what’s the deal with pets? Well, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association, fish are the number one owned pet by Americans, followed by dogs and then cats. Furthermore, Americans spend roughly $62.75 billion on their pets annually. Many city folks drive to chain pet stores to buy their pet supplies, but those of us in Springville have our very own pet supply store in the heart of town. Mark’s Country Store was opened in March of 1998 by owner Mark Meyer. While the store boasts a large stock of pet supplies, it also carries live animals, lawn and garden and farming supplies. Meyer used to work at Agway, but left before it went out of business in the late 1990s. He then opened Mark’s Country Store just down the street where Delocon Kitchen and Bath is currently. When Agway officially went out of business, Meyer took the lot and moved Mark’s Country Store to its current location at 254 West Main Street. Meyer said his customers at Agway were very loyal. Those who frequented the store saw that he opened his own shop, and followed him over. Meyer said the store and its clientele has grown ever since. “I have people come in all the time and say how much they love the store, and people have really backed me up and surrounded me,” Meyer said. Many age groups visit the store, from children picking out their first pet to gardeners buying mulch. However, Meyer said the largest group of people visiting the store is women. He has no definitive answer as to why, but it is a very noticeable trend. Perhaps when it comes to pet care women take the lead. Anita Connor, employee at Mark’s Country Store, has been working there for roughly 4.5 years. “We take care of the animals –we clean them, we feed them, we stock shelves,” Connor said, “The guys unload the trucks, and we have propane and exchange oxygen tanks. There’s a lot to do.” Meyer employs six other staff members like Connor who pitch in with every aspect of store maintenance. Connor said there is a definite sense of community. The reason Mark’s is so valuable to Springville, Meyer said, is because no other store has as diverse a selection of products as he does. The store even sells seasonal items such as rock salt, snow shovels and wood pellets. So when winter gets tough, Mark’s has the supplies you need. When it comes to animal ownership, Meyer said it is very important for children. “I believe if kids have animals as they grow up, they become better people. They’re kinder and learn to trust animals and have animals trust them. It gives them responsibility,” Meyer said. Connor said that when it comes to children picking out pets, her fellow employee works with the chinchillas, but she works with the hamsters and rats. She said she tries to sell rats as pets rather than as snake feed — an unfortunate consequence of selling rodents. Both Meyer and Connor said many of the customers come in everyday, or at least very regularly. “I get to see a lot of different people that I probably wouldn’t get to see otherwise,” Connor said. Mark’s Country Store is coming up on 20 years in Springville, and Meyer said he plans to keep going and keep Mark’s as it is. “It’ll stay the same way— it works,” Meyer said. Store hours are Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, stop in! #Carlee Frank #Community #Journalists #Local Businesses #Springville #Top Stories Are You Ready for Some Roller Derby? Queen City Roller Girls Kick Off Season Jan. 7 Reflecting on the Empire State Ride The Third Day: For Elianna Posted On : August 16, 2018 Sheriff deploys new explosives detection K9 Posted On : September 19, 2019 Previous post: 10-6-17 Springville Times Next post: Photographic Composition Workshop	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2618
__label__wiki	0.832762	0.832762	← Firefighters to take government to court over pension ‘robbery’ Unite: Remember the dead, fight for the living – International Workers’ Memorial Day → Spanish court orders Ryanair to reinstate 224 dismissed workers Employees dismissed after four hubs slated for closure – Reuter’s report Spain’s High Court has ordered Ryanair to reinstate 224 workers collectively dismissed from four bases in the country, saying the reasons given by the airline for seeking to close the bases did not justify such a move. The budget airline said it had instructed its lawyers to appeal the decision. In its sentencing, the court said the budget airline must immediately reinstate the workers “in the same working conditions” and with “immediate payment of wages not received” since their contracts were terminated in January. Ryanair dismissed the employees, who worked at bases in Tenerife, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands, and Girona in mainland Spain, after announcing it planned to close the four hubs due to delays in the delivery of grounded Boeing 737 Max planes. But the court rejected Ryanair’s arguments that the Boeing delay, Brexit, and the seasonality of the Girona base justified the dismissals. Gustavo Silva general secretary of Spain’s USO union, one of three that sued Ryanair, welcomed the decision. “I hope this makes it clear to them (Ryanair) they have to comply with the law and begin to change their attitude,” he said. The airline’s chief executive Michael O’Leary said it could see further job losses if flights remain grounded due to the coronavirus restrictions on travel beyond May.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2622
__label__cc	0.542486	0.457514	This time I’m going to… Hey, what’s that? Posted on April 30, 2014 by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee This post was going to be all about the hat I started last night and how much fun it is, and how well it’s going, but then it stopped being fun for one tiny little second and I switched gears faster than a sixteen year old can wreck the mood at dinner. I put down the hat, picked up a scarf and I haven’t been able to put it down. It’s the Emperor’s New Scarf, and the construction is fun and clever and easy (so far, there’s a bit of crochet at the end that I’m a little worried about. I’m not really bi-craftual) and from the minute I picked it up, I’ve been obsessed. Completely obsessed. The yarn I’m using is Elsebeth Lavold Angora, and it’s totally discontinued, and Lucy and I stood there in StevenBe and absolutely agreed that three skeins would be enough and you’d think between the two of us we’d know that there’s a sub-rule of discontinued yarns that says that if only three skeins are available, three skeins will never be enough no matter what maths you do, and well… Maybe it will be. Maybe. I’ve got a bad feeling, and you know what you should do when you’re worried you don’t have enough yarn? Knit faster – like it’s possible to outrun the yardage, and that’s what I’m doing. Maybe I can squeak a little more out of it if it all happens so fast the yarn doesn’t see it coming. (PS. This is a rookie mistake. What can I tell you. I was tired.) This entry was posted in Uncategorized by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee. Bookmark the permalink. 67 thoughts on “This time I’m going to… Hey, what’s that?” Mary Alyce on April 30, 2014 at 4:34 pm said: I sew faster coming to the end of a spool of thread. Same thinking I guess. Here’s hoping! Trish on April 30, 2014 at 9:02 pm said: I sew faster and often with bigger stitches. And somehow each time I hope it will work! Kari on May 1, 2014 at 12:36 pm said: It’s like driving faster when you’re running out of gas. Mimi on April 30, 2014 at 4:36 pm said: I can’t be sure from the picture, but if the color you’re using is Bronzed Green, I have 18 skeins of it. If you do run out, and if it is the same color, I’d be happy to part with a skein or two or three for you. Elizabeth McCarten on April 30, 2014 at 4:43 pm said: I think Lucy Neatby must have an IQ of 200! annie on May 1, 2014 at 2:59 am said: I took her class once and that’s exactly what I thought! Plus she can really, really read stitches. Even little tiny ones that are all wrong. (Don’t ask how I know.) Lisa on April 30, 2014 at 4:51 pm said: That pattern is making my head explode! Amazing! I just looked at the yardage for the pattern. You think you’re going to have enough? Man – not to be a negative Nellie, I think you’re living in a dream Kelly H. on April 30, 2014 at 4:54 pm said: No! It totally makes sense!! The faster you knit, the tighter your stitches are because you’re a little tense and therefore the less yarn you use. LOGIC FTW! What do you mean knitting faster doesn’t work? I think it’s worth a try. askbew on April 30, 2014 at 5:01 pm said: I was thinking it would be cool to have a contrasting color on one end……then I read that it is knit sideways. #i’mnohelp I have just remembered that angora is typically put up in 25 gr. balls. I vote, quit now and plan a sweater for Myrie at Christmas. Sally on April 30, 2014 at 5:04 pm said: What colour do you need? I have a few skeins left over from the sweater I just finished. Mine’s a green somewhere between lime and olive. ann on April 30, 2014 at 5:09 pm said: Its funny, I always try to knit faster when I’m nearing the end of my yarn for a project, but somehow end up going slow, like I’m going to magically grow more by moving slowly Oh, that is one great pattern. You always share the neatest stuff with us, thank you. I’m adding that scarf to my Ravelry favorites, and I don’t even like scarves much. I do hope you either have enough or can acquire enough yarn to finish it. Perhaps 1/2 in green with white edging and 1/2 in white with green edging? Sortof reminds me of the two black-and-white gentlemen in the Star Trek episode “Let That Be Your Last Battlefield.” (Yes, I had to look that up.) Katherine on April 30, 2014 at 5:13 pm said: I don’t know what color you’re using, but it looks like the Bronzed Green and that appears to be in stock here: http://www.infiniteyarns.com/product.asp?P_ID=1017 Kylie M-W on April 30, 2014 at 5:30 pm said: That is a really neat scarf! Interesting construction. I always think I can somehow outknit yardage. Strangely it never seems to work. Mary Jo on April 30, 2014 at 5:33 pm said: I like that pattern. I purchased a similar pattern by Lucy Neatby, Fishtail Scarf 475 (http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/fishtail-scarf-475), but I haven’t started it yet. It doesn’t have the crochet trim and there are a lot more holes. I like the idea of a solid color. That is a very pretty green. What color will the crochet edging be? Fuego Azul on April 30, 2014 at 5:36 pm said: What’s life without a little adventure? The very first sock I ever made (it was the pretty lacey pattern in Knit Red) ran short of yarn just before I finished the toe! But hey, I learned how to make a sock, & the dreams of wearing pretty, lacey, crimson socks tucked in my Maryjanes to the bookstore was wonderful while it lasted. Sometimes you just need to knit more than you need the finished project. But that scarf is awesome! Nice pick! Robin Allen on April 30, 2014 at 5:43 pm said: Ha. Lucy Neatby didn’t give you enough yarn for her own pattern. This makes me feel 1,000 times better for doing the exact same thing. A lot. Lynda the Guppy on April 30, 2014 at 5:43 pm said: I think you’re going to be okay. Barely. LOL I was just trolling the projects on Ravelry and a bunch of people have used 270 yards or less to make this scarf. Nanette on April 30, 2014 at 5:53 pm said: I love the pattern and will definitely be doing this. If you are feeling unsure about your neatness with the crochet chain the substitute method I use is to pick up and knit around, then when I come back to my first stitch I immediately cast off. This gives a result almost identical to crochet chain edging but is knitted. I feel I get a neater finish as I am a much better knitter than crocheter. kate on April 30, 2014 at 6:02 pm said: can you weigh what you have left to see the proportion to what you’ve already done? (that’s what I do… that, and knit faster…) Lucy Neatby on April 30, 2014 at 6:46 pm said: I am confident that all will be well. However, it is true that in the marvelous mayhem that is lunchtime at Steven Be’s emporium I didn’t take the time to look up and check the yardage in the pattern. All will be revealed when Stephanie reaches the halfway point of the pattern, which at her prodigious rate won’t be long. With fingers crossed in Chicago. Lucy PS. In the event of reaching the halfway point of the yarn before the halfway point of the pattern, you can always mirror image the holes at this time to assure sufficient yarn albeit a slightly narrower scarf! christine m east of Toronto on April 30, 2014 at 6:54 pm said: The “knit faster” theory is the same theory that propels us to drive faster when we’re low on gas and close to home! 😀 Love the scarf… can totally see why it won your attention.. Sue on April 30, 2014 at 7:04 pm said: I don’t drive faster when I think I might run out of gas, but I always turn off the radio in that situation — I guess running the radio must use extra gas… or at least that’s how my brain thinks!! 😉 Allison on May 1, 2014 at 10:50 am said: Ha! I turn off the A/C when running low on fuel. Perhaps, next time, I’ll axe the tunes as well! Barbara on May 1, 2014 at 1:06 pm said: Is that like waiting 5 minutes when you flip the breaker so all the electricity drains out of the wires? I do that. I don’t know why Durwood teases me about it, it makes perfect sense. Elaine Anderson on May 5, 2014 at 12:29 pm said: BTW, just before you run out of gas, if you step on the accelerator and the car slows down, you are just about out of gas. I’ve never run out but have been very, very close. Sam M. on April 30, 2014 at 7:17 pm said: That pattern is amazing. AMAZING! I cannot wait to see it finished! Ny Phoenix on April 30, 2014 at 7:20 pm said: You’re totally covered…. there are some of the green you have in stashes under “will trade/sell” on Ravelry….. http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/elsebeth-lavold-angora/stashes?status=&cf=green&photoless=0&search= katie metzroth on April 30, 2014 at 7:21 pm said: Seems like Mimi has you more than covered…..and the scarf has holes in it, so that makes the yarn go farther, I’m just sure of it. kim in oregon on April 30, 2014 at 7:26 pm said: Huh. I have three skeins of THAT VERY YARN in my stash. I’d hold on to them in case you need them but it isn’t the color you’re using. SO I will follow this closely to see if I can make the scarf with this. Have the pattern and am a bit concerned regarding the crochet as well. marjorie on April 30, 2014 at 7:54 pm said: Nanette had a good suggestion for avoiding the crochet. Or you could just find a friend who likes to crochet and beg them to do that part for you. And it looks like you won’t have any problem obtaining more of that colour if you run out. It’s a very lovely scarf and a unique design. Maureen on April 30, 2014 at 9:14 pm said: Sounds like a plan…I’d start searching (stalking) Rav to see if anybody is selling. Man, yarn is like crack when you really need some more! Ops! So did not mean to mention that for you up there in Toronto with your mayor! Presbytera on April 30, 2014 at 9:24 pm said: Popcorn, anyone? Deborah on April 30, 2014 at 9:37 pm said: Hey, Presbytera, remind me where else we recently saw a project where there was a bit of a yarn miscalculation? A different colour, though, right? Sort of a burnished, dark coppery colour? Linen, I think… I think we might need some good red wine, too. Rams on May 1, 2014 at 2:30 pm said: Feet up– check. Wine in hand — check. Tip o’ the hat to Presbytera– check. (Sorry, been checking my sister out of the hospital for knee replacement — good for knitting, bad for reading. Glad SOMEone is driving. ) Anonymous, too on April 30, 2014 at 9:27 pm said: That is such an intriguing pattern that I’m sure you’re gonna make it after all, even if it isn’t with that yarn! (Remember to throw your tam in the air the next time you’re in Minneapolis.) =Tamar on April 30, 2014 at 9:32 pm said: The authorities think that running the radio, the a/c, the fan, or the interior lights will use up gas, so you’re not alone. Sue on April 30, 2014 at 10:23 pm said: I know that’s true for the A/C — not sure about the other, purely electrical stuff like the radio — however, I know the reason I turn off the radio if I might run out of gas is so that I can hear if the engine starts to sputter and know I have to pull over right away! vickiinportland on May 2, 2014 at 12:58 am said: i do, too! if something bad is going to happen, i want to know right away. the suspense kills me. Donita on April 30, 2014 at 9:52 pm said: I love your blog and follow it regularly. There’a a website that still sells the yarn. http://www.infiniteyarns.com Good luck. Seems like quite a few of your followers have it in their stash. You will prevail. DeeDee on April 30, 2014 at 10:13 pm said: Of course it’s a Lucy Neatby design! I was fortunate enough to take a day long class with Lucy several years ago at Yarns Etc. in Chapel Hill, NC. She is absolutely fantastic and I can’t believe how much I learned in one session. This one is going in my queue. Patty on April 30, 2014 at 10:56 pm said: It’s so nice to know that the knitting faster when the yarn is running low thing is so universal! I always love the blog, but the comments are great too! Must be a synergy thing we all have going! Meredith on April 30, 2014 at 10:59 pm said: You’ll do great. We’re all a little bi-craftual. It’s a spectrum. I got nothing to help you with the yarn thing. kel on May 1, 2014 at 1:22 am said: SQUIRREL !!!!!! Janet Mayfire on May 1, 2014 at 3:39 am said: I am bicraftual, and I can tell you that knitting and crochet have an awful lot in common. The most important thing is that they both involve dragging yarn through a hole of your own making to make a loop. It’s just that knitting uses two needles and crochet uses one hook. The rest is all plain simple mechanics, and instructions are easy to find. Iris on May 1, 2014 at 8:27 am said: Is that like talking louder to someone whose language you don’t speak? THERE. You get an extra biscuit for coming up with a new metaphor — well done. Robin on May 1, 2014 at 11:10 am said: Reading all these comments makes me so happy….sometimes I feel pretty alone in my crafting obsessions. Have a great weekend, everybody! claire on May 1, 2014 at 11:29 am said: Try destash on Ravelry, looks like there are some skeins in your color up for destash http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/elsebeth-lavold-angora/stashes?status=trade&cf=%3F&photoless=0&search= AlisonH on May 1, 2014 at 12:37 pm said: Love that you instantly got help re the number of skeins there. And I’m laughing that your verification test requires that you either type fast (if you dragged the airplane before the comment) or retype more succinctly. Julie on May 1, 2014 at 1:44 pm said: Last time I tried that I needed literally a yard of yarn to finish a Semele! So now I need to make another lovely grasshopper green something out of a skein of Tosh sock with 1 yard missing. This time it will be an end to end pattern I can fudge. IMLokismom on May 1, 2014 at 4:54 pm said: Maybe Lucy underestimated the yardage because she puts so many holes in things? Holly on May 1, 2014 at 5:09 pm said: Clicked to see the scarf pattern, what a fun looking scarf, looking forward to seeing the finished project. Oh and teenagers, meh, they turnout alright, eventually !!! Angela Pea on May 1, 2014 at 5:32 pm said: I. Love. That. Scarf. I am checking my stash the moment I get home to see what I have. I like that scarf so much I may need a visit to my LYS. Michael Fleming on May 1, 2014 at 6:24 pm said: My Dearest Stephanie, At Stevenbe, discontinued is only a state of mind, Hard to tell from a picture but I’m pretty confident we have more if you need it. Michael – Stevenbe Inventory Ninja Deborah on May 1, 2014 at 6:55 pm said: Your comment had me laughing from the start. I think I have to persuade my husband to make your store our next vacation destination. Helle K. Berry on May 1, 2014 at 7:41 pm said: I bought that pattern two years ago at Blackberry Ridge, enticed right out of my comfort zone. Maybe not, however, as it still sit sun knit with some lovely yarn in my yarn cabinet. Good luck on “enough”! physicsmom on May 2, 2014 at 1:20 am said: That pattern is incredible. Way beyond my abilities. I’m looking forward to seeing your finished results. Even though it’s something I wouldn’t try, I can totally see how it would be addictive. Running out of yarn isn’t necessarily a tragedy; that’s when it’s time to get creative. Good luck. Lizy Tish on May 2, 2014 at 8:19 am said: Fingers crossed for you. You are so funny – love that last paragraph. And the comment about the 16 year old at dinner. 🙂 Nicole on May 2, 2014 at 9:16 am said: I just experienced this same problem….and turned to Ravelers to bail me out. I found two people who had partial skeins left of the yarn I’m using and sent them a message promising money, yarn trades, or gifted patterns, and both of them responded that they’d send me the yarn as a “pay it forward”, not even allowing me to pay their postage. Knitters are awesome. Katie Kehrig on May 2, 2014 at 4:47 pm said: I really love reading your posts, as do your other legions of fans. So please, the correct grammar is, “how embarrassing it would be for both Lucy and me if this didn’t work”, because you would otherwise say, “how embarrassing it would be for me if this didn’t work,” wouldn’t you? Tonya on May 3, 2014 at 7:48 am said: Just curious, what was the hat pattern that you were knitting? bloepper on May 4, 2014 at 6:14 pm said: oh – same problem, different solution. i’m currently slowing everything down on a project (also a scarf) with a finite amount of (discontinued) yarn (rowan scottish tweed dk). my approach is to eke as much knitting out over as long a period as possible – bit of denial there – like i do when the diesel in my car is running out and i drive more efficiently, i.e. slower, to improve my “miles to the gallon” (or stitches to the meter) stats. i’m currently knitting barely a row a night (nearly wrote “knight” there), but the truth shines through every morning. it’s not going to be enough. Jools Morgan-Jones on May 5, 2014 at 2:37 am said: Loving that word “bi-craftual”! You never cease to amaze with your knitterly language, Steph 🙂 Hope you do manage to finish it though, it looks lovely! 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He has lent his comedic talent and timing to many writers’ rooms, including Netflix’s Emmy-nominated reboot series, Fuller House, as a writer and producer, and the Kelsey Grammar/Martin Lawrence sitcom, Partners, on FX. David has four stand-up specials to his credit. You can catch his latest, Fat Ballerina, which is currently streaming on Netflix and executive produced by Kevin Hart. Attendees will be able to ask David questions after the interview! Space is limited, so get your ticket soon here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfmla-interview-series-david-a-arnold-on-comedy-writing-tickets-105021100940 Thanks! Let me know if you need anything else. NFMLA and Pipelines Panel \| Studio, Network and Commercial Opportunities https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfmla-and-pipelines-panel-studio-network-and-commercial-opportunities-tickets-106029739806 June 5th, 3pm PT – 4:30pm PT Join NFMLA & Pipelines for a virtual conversation with top industry leaders in HR & Talent Acquisition across entertainment and creative industries. HR and Development Executives at top entertainment and creative companies discuss their insight and applicable tips on how to best prepare and represent yourself when entering the workforce, interviewing, or deciding/making your next career move. Below are the people involved: Moderator: Shari Holly, Director of Operations \| Pipelines at Prettybird Panelist: Suzanne Rosenthal, Vice President of Talent Acquisition \| ViacomCBS Panelist: Tamika Lamison, Program Director \| CDDP- Commercial Directors Diversity Program Panelist: Heidi Espejo, Associate Director of Talent \| Saatchi & Saatchi Panelist: Lisa Buch, Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Paramount Pictures + West Coast ViacomCBS Media Networks Attendees will be able to ask questions! More information and tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfmla-and-pipelines-panel-studio-network-and-commercial-opportunities-tickets-106029739806 Andrew Acedo April 24, 2020 at 12:41 pm · Reply → NFMLA Interview Series \| Greg Sirota on Editing https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfmla-interview-series-greg-sirota-on-editing-tickets-102113379868 April 30th, 5pm PT – 6pm PT Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) for their virtual interview with film & television editor, Greg Sirota, on Thursday, April 30th, @ 5PM via Zoom! Greg is a Film and TV Editor with over 20 years of experience. Most recently, he has been with Ryan Murphy Television as an editor on the TV shows 9-1-1 and 9-1-1: Lone Star on Fox, as well as Pose on FX. Previously, he worked with George Lucas at Lucasfilm as a writer, producer and editor. SPACE IS LIMITED, so get your ticket soon before it’s too late. More information can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfmla-interview-series-greg-sirota-on-editing-tickets-102113379868 Andrew Acedo April 22, 2020 at 4:12 pm · Reply → NFMLA Interview Series \| Salvatore Totino on Cinematography Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) for their virtual interview with iconic cinematographer, Salvatore Totino, on Thursday, May 14th, @ 5PM via Zoom! Salvatore is a legendary cinematographer whose known for his collaborations with director Ron Howard, DP’ing films such as The Da Vinci Code, Frost/Nixon, Angels & Demons and more. He is also the DP of hit films Spider-Man: Homecoming, Bird Box and the upcoming Space Jam 2. SPACE IS LIMITED, so get your ticket soon before it’s too late. More information can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfmla-interview-series-salvatore-totino-on-cinematography-tickets-103189935876 Virtual Event Submission for NewFilmmakers LA – Rachel Goldberg on TV Directing May 7th, 5pm PT – 6pm PT Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) for their virtual interview with acclaimed television director, Rachel Goldberg, on Thursday, May 7th, @ 5PM via Zoom! Rachel is an award-winning filmmaker whose directing highlights include Veronica Mars, Cloak & Dagger, Raising Dion, Mayans, MC, American Gods and American Horror Story. SPACE IS LIMITED, so get your ticket soon before it’s too late. More information can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfmla-interview-series-rachel-goldberg-on-tv-directing-tickets-102119169184 NFMLA Interview Series \| DeMane Davis on Film & TV Directing https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfmla-interview-series-demane-davis-on-film-tv-directing-tickets-102734934956 Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) for their virtual interview with film & television director, DeMane Davis, on Thursday, April 29th, @ 5PM via Zoom! DeMane Davis is a television director and producer whose most recent work is the highly anticipated series Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam CJ Walker on Netflix. The limited series stars Octavia Spencer, Blair Underwood & Tiffany Haddish. She’s also directed How to Get Away With Murder and, after working with Ava DuVernay, Queen Sugar on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). She started, though, directing independent films, making Lift starring Kerry Washington, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. SPACE IS LIMITED, so get your ticket soon before it’s too late. More information can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfmla-interview-series-demane-davis-on-film-tv-directing-tickets-102734934956 Jasmine April 21, 2020 at 2:44 pm · Reply → THE COUNSEL is a new online conversation series designed to help creatives NOW! hosted by Women Under The Influence & IHEARTCOMIX THE COUNSEL #1 : MUSIC VIDEO MAKERS on CREATIVITY NOW! explores creativity and music video making NOW! with a panel of acclaimed music video makers and creative directors featuring: QUINN WILSON @quinnwilsonn Director / Creative Director: Lizzo, Vogue CLARE GILLEN @clare_gillen Director / Creative Director: Girl in Red, Julia Michaels etc. MAEGAN HOUANG @houangm Director: Charly Bliss, Mitski, Activist: We Direct Music Videos ERIN S MURRAY @erinsmurray Director / choreographer: Thao & The Get Down Stay Down Fri April 24th 1pm PST / 4pm EST / 9pm BST Andrew Acedo April 8, 2020 at 3:50 pm · Reply → NFMLA Interview Series \| Scott Ferguson on Film & TV Producing Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) for their virtual interview with Emmy and Golden Globe winning film & television producer, Scott Ferguson, via Zoom! Scott is a current Executive Producer on HBO’s Succession. He has worked with Academy Award winners and legendary filmmakers such as Ang Lee, Jim Jarmusch, Milos Forman, Robert Benton, Sydney Pollack, Barry Levinson, Steve Zaillian, Stephen Frears, Jay Roach, James Mangold, Ryan Murphy and many more. After the discussion, moderated by award-winning filmmaker Varda Bar-Kar, attendees will have the chance to ask questions after the discussion. SPACE IS LIMITED, so get your ticket soon before it’s too late. More information can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfmla-interview-series-scott-ferguson-on-film-tv-producing-tickets-101857171542 EYEBALL March 17, 2020 at 3:26 pm · Reply → Psychedelic Neo-Space Rock band from The Moon. Stop by to hear tunes, watch weird videos, and grab a free download while you’re there (no email signup strings attached). http://www.eyeball-band.com Olivia Laratta February 26, 2020 at 6:42 pm · Reply → Event Title: Americana singer-songwriter Michael Colton is opening for Todd Stanford at Silverlake Lounge on March 7th! Date- 3/7 Time: 8:00 pm to 1:00 am Venue- Silverlake Lounge Address- 2906 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90026 Ticket Price- $10 cover Age – 21+ Venue Phone Number- (323)663-9636 Venue Email- Silverlakelounge@gmail.com Ticket Link- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/todd-stanford-luke-scott-michael-colton-silverlake-lounge-tickets-91261402311?aff=efbeventtix&fbclid=IwAR3otdrAH2dhlEM-6uuiMzO9fKO-Qi1IpcE99p9w6mb4zXqnwliZP2KVXUw Andrew Acedo February 21, 2020 at 4:36 pm · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles Film Festival – InFocus: Female Cinema – March 14th, 2020 1139 S Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015 1133 S Olive Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015 (parking is $5) Enjoy great films, complimentary beverages, audience Q&As and networking opportunities with the filmmakers, industry professionals and fellow film lovers! NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) invites you to celebrate up-and-coming female talent behind the camera with this month’s InFocus: Female Cinema. The day’s programming includes two programs rich with a variety of stories, genres and perspectives from female filmmakers, and concludes with an exciting new feature by writer-director Rachel Wortell. The evening begins with a shorts program that presents a combination of documentaries and narratives that tackle the experiences found in the overlap between sexuality, homelessness, mental health, disability, and cultural context. The stories we get to delve into include LGBTQ+ teen homelessness, deafness in Latinx communities, the cultural narrative around women and sex, and Jessie Adler’s look at suicide in the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe in her documentary, Boxers of Brule. The program continues with the second shorts program, which includes stories of women and intuition, the frustrations of motherhood, female friendship, intergenerational conflict, and Kirsten Vangsness’s directorial debut, the beautifully animated and uncannily vivid representation of an experience of a lack of safety all too familiar to many, Curtains. The night’s line-up concludes with feature film Romance Analyst, a surreal, contemplative and undeniably funny look at one woman’s relationship with her mental health, written and directed by Rachel Wortell. NFMLA showcases films by filmmakers of all backgrounds throughout the year in addition to its special InFocus programming which celebrates diversity, inclusion and region. All filmmakers are welcome and encouraged to submit their projects which will be considered for all upcoming NFMLA Festivals, regardless of the InFocus programming. First come, first served. While supplies last. Only limited number of seats available. Seating is not guaranteed. Arrive early. Theater is not responsible for overbooking. Screening will be monitored for unauthorized recording. Additional details and tickets available at https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-march-14th-2020/ Andrew Acedo February 3, 2020 at 2:27 pm · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival – February 8th, 2020 February at NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) offers a selection of local and international independent films, including its annual spotlight on Black Cinema as part of its InFocus series. The evening kicks off with a shorts program that includes films about a mysterious falling rock, an overworked paramedic dealing making the decision of her life, a portrait of platonic love, a father and son redefining their relationship, and a refugee navigating a new life in New Zealand. The night continues with the Los Angeles premiere of Shedding, director Jake Thomas’s feature debut and absurdist exploration of the world through the eyes of a house cat who transforms into a human ad unwittingly helps a family grieve a loss. The program concludes with shorts program InFocus: Black Cinema, which features stories about love, violence, the way that history impacts our narratives, and the things passed on between generations. The program includes world premieres of Bernard Kordieh’s Sometimes I Feel and Jared Crowelle’s Troubled Times. Additional details and tickets available at https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-february-8th-2020/ Kerith Henderson January 3, 2020 at 9:24 pm · Reply → UNSHAZAMABLE with Burt Blackrach Jan. 25th, 2020 – 10:00 pm – 11:30 pm Dynasty Typerwriter – 2511 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90057 Tickets: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/98910 18+ and over A musical journey through a Grammy award winner’s priceless collection of vinyl and his father’s original 1960’s and 1970’s recordings featuring rare gems from legendary musicians — and the backstories behind them. Don’t worry about using a music app to identify the songs you’ll be bobbing your head to—the songs from Burt’s secret family stash are #UnShazamable. Your venue host is DynastyLand, one of LA’s premier destinations for highly curated entertainment including comedy, music, live podcasts, screenings, and immersive experiences. Burt Blackarach A Grammy winner and seasoned music producer, Burt Blackarach has worked with iconic artists like Public Enemy, Aloe Blacc, Sonny Digital, Aerosmith, Method Man, MC Lyte, KRS-ONE, and ATCQ’s Phife Dawg. DJing since the age of 14, Blackarach has spun all over the world in locations like London, Tokyo, Lisbon, and Paris. Blackarach grew up in the music business, the son of William D. “Smitty” Smith, keyboardist, singer, songwriter and one of the first African Americans to own and operate his own music publishing company, Salamani Music. Founded in the 1960’s, Salamani Music’s catalog is highly sought after by the new generations of R&B, Hip Hop and Soul and has been sampled and covered by artists such as J Dilla, A$AP Rocky, D’Angelo and DJ Premier. blackarach.com Where you’ll be Since opening in 2018, Dynasty Typewriter has quickly established itself as one of LA’s premier destinations for highly curated entertainment including comedy, music, live podcasts, screenings, and immersive experiences. Named “LA’s comedy clubhouse” by The NY Times, and “LA’s best alt-comedy venue” by LA Weekly, Dynasty prides itself on creating enchanting, connective experiences for artists and audiences alike. https://www.dynastytypewriter.com/ Andrew Acedo December 27, 2019 at 12:40 pm · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival – January 11th, 2020 Enjoy great films, complimentary beverages, audience Q&As and networking opportunities with the filmmakers, industry pros and fellow film lovers! NewFilmmakers Los Angeles begins it’s 2020 season on January 11th with InFocus: Anti-Ageism, highlighting stories whose perspective offers us the world through the lens and experience of ageing characters. InFocus: Anti-Ageism is the first shorts program of the night, a collection of stories exploring the wisdom, nostalgia, and inter-generational inspiration of its characters. The evening continues with feature film Inside the Rain, the LA Premiere of Aaron Fisher’s authentic portrait of bipolar disorder and depression wrapped up in a wincingly funny rom-com-drama, anchored by off-kilter performances by a colorful ensemble cast. The night concludes with a shorts program featuring an international blend of stories that explore topics including generational disconnection, love and sacrifice, the world of counterfeit bag merchants and more, including Oscar Shortlisted Live Action Short Film Nefta Football Club by Yves Piat. Additional details and tickets available at https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-january-11th-2020/ Francesca Spinosi December 13, 2019 at 4:45 pm · Reply → Event Title: Pop-Rock Singer-Songwriter Brooke Josephson Performing Live at Whisky A Go Go! Date- 1/31 Venue- Whisky A Go Go Address- 8901 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 Ticket Price- $20 – $25 Venue Phone Number-(310) 652-4202 Venue Email- generalmanagerTM@whiskyagogo.com Ticket Link- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pop-rock-artist-brooke-josephson-performing-live-at-whisky-a-go-go-tickets-83755971365 Description- Pop Rock singer-songwriter Brooke Josephson applies endless energy to every aspect of her well-rounded career. After majoring in vocal performance in Indiana and performing in theater in NYC, Brooke landed roles on ABC’s “All My Children”, FOX’s “Bones” and others. Soon after, she attended Berklee School of Music to earn her Masters certificate in songwriting. Brooke has now released numerous singles, an EP, and a full-length album. Brooke’s electrifying live performances drip with passion and high energy, in a like manner to her songs. She gained acclaim from her latest EP Sexy N’ Domesticated, which showcased empowering themes and her witty songwriting abilities. Josephson is set to release a brand new EP in early 2020 and will be performing some of her brand new tracks at Whisky A Go Go on January 31st. Brooke and her band (Chris Nordlinger -guitar, Cole Bingham-drummer) will open for the 80’s rock band Missing Persons and strike the stage at 8 PM sharp. Support Brooke and purchase tickets directly from Eventbrite. Do not miss it! Eamon Griffith December 9, 2019 at 5:30 pm · Reply → Please find a bio as well as Spotify Link to his debut EP entitled “Eams.” Eamon will be performing at The Mint in LA 12/28 at 9pm (link below). Any and all feedback is much appreciated. Spotify EP “Eams” link: https://open.spotify.com/album/0VSVk6VSLCsEFQTiSXzM9S?si=xE4eho8uSzqMb44W-v5l2g Ticket Link for The Mint show (12/28): https://www.themintla.com/e/odd-bridges-eamon-griffith-the-outing-82232945955/ Los Angeles based musician Eamon Griffith recently dropped his debut EP entitled “Eams,” which includes standout single “Poor Little Bud.” Eamon is a recent graduate from Loyola New Orleans majoring in guitar & vocal performance. Eamon’s funk & soul influences from his time spent in NOLA, combined with the Rn’B and hip-hop influences from growing up in LA create a unique sound hard to classify under one genre. With Influences ranging from Vulfpeck and Khruangbin to John Mayer and Jungle, Eamon represents the new generation of well rounded musician/producers with conscious lyricism. Thank you for your time and hope to speak to you soon. Tino Cuccinello IHEARTCOMIX December 4, 2019 at 3:37 pm · Reply → LA GIVES BACK has returned! Since 2016, IHEARTCOMIX has brought together the LA creative community to raise over $190,000 for the homeless. This year, we’re doing it even bigger! 100% of all proceeds raised will go to Downtown Women’s Center and My Friends Place. The event combines several of LA’s best promoters and records labels to create a “demented holiday-themed Disneyland” all for good cause. Our partners this year include Brownies & Lemonade, Restless Nites, 143, Spaceland, 2+2 Management, Electric Feels, Mad Decent, Ham on Everything, and Late Night Laggers. LAGB features an endless amount of secret guests and big-name talent including past highlights Diplo, Bonobo, TOKiMONSTA, Flosstradamus, Boys Noize, Ducky, Valentino Khan, JPEGMAFIA, Party Favor and more. In addition to the live event, IHC also hosts an online auction with donated items from celebrities and well-known LA entities. Past donors include Shepard Fairey, Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg, Poppy, Grumpy Cat, Tenacious D, Eric Andre, SIMONE, Ableton, The Ace Hotel, Mr. Pickles and much much more. Join us Wednesday, December 18th at our new venue – Belasco! Tickets have sold out every year, so don’t sleep on them! 18+ to enter. Website = https://lagivesback.org/ Tickets = https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-gives-back-4-holiday-benefit-for-las-homeless-tickets-84596124285?aff=ebdssbeac Snippet = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4v9m1b63CU&feature=youtu.be Francesca Spinosi November 21, 2019 at 9:44 pm · Reply → Americana Singer-Songwriter Amilia K Spicer’s Playing Live at Cinema Bar! Date- 12/7/2020 Time- 9 pm Location- Cinema Bar 3967 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230 Ticket Price- Free Venue Phone Number- (310) 390-1328 Venue Email- n.a put Francesca@mileshigproductions.com Ticket Link: n.a use Bands in town Bands in Town link – https://www.bandsintown.com/e/101711753-amilia-k-spicer-music-at-the-cinema-bar?came_from=244 Facebook Event- https://www.facebook.com/events/d41d8cd9/amilia-k-spicer-the-lionhearts-los-angeles-dec-7/1032606663748203/ Description- On December 7, Americana artist, Amilia K Spicer and her band the Lionhearts will perform live at The Cinema Bar. Spicer’s songs have equal parts ache and grit, with topography that covers farmlands, quirky roadside stops, and an occasional turn down a dark alley with flickering neon. Raised in rural Pennsylvania, currently residing in California via Austin, she fuses together all the places she calls home. Wanderlust spills from her songs, influenced by Texas troubadours, Tibetan mountain tops, and Hollywood bars. Or, as she might say with a slight drawl: “Water, wine and whiskey”. Her new album, Wow and Flutter, has made many critics’ best-of lists, and was lauded as one of the best albums, any genre, in the last decade by Popdose Magazine. Come see this free-spirited talent bring her venturous stories and songs to life. ogyoutube November 20, 2019 at 10:18 am · Reply → Wonderful article and i really loved it thank you for share this one nginx.org November 20, 2019 at 6:57 am · Reply → This text is worth everyone’s attention. How can I find out more? Andrew Acedo November 19, 2019 at 11:37 am · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Monthly Film Festival – December 14th, 2019 Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences 1313 Vine St. \| Los Angeles, CA 90028 Parking (complimentary) Please make sure to enter parking off of Homewood Ave. between Vine and Cahuenga (note: you can only enter Homewood Ave. from Cahuenga) You’re invited to join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) and The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) with presenting partners The Arab Film and Media Institute (AFMI) and Dutch Culture USA (Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in New York) on Saturday, December 14th, 2019 for NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival InFocus: Lebanese, Arab & Dutch Cinema. The event will be hosted at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Mary Pickford Center’s Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. The evening begins with InFocus: Dutch Cinema, a collection of new and exciting work from Dutch short film directors including Floor Adams’ acclaimed animation Mind My Mind, which takes us into the mind of an autistic protagonist navigating his world. The program, curated in partnership with EYE International, offers many keen studies of the human condition, society, the complexities of intimate relationships, and of death. This year’s Dutch Cinema line-up features films that have previously been programmed at Tribeca, Toronto International Film Festival and Locarno. The second program of the evening, InFocus: Lebanese Cinema, puts a spotlight on films by Lebanese filmmakers exploring childhood experiences, LGBTQ+ stories, family drama and modern isolation and loneliness. Co-presenting partners of this program include Los Angeles Beirut Sister Cities Committee, Los Angeles Cedars Rotary Club, World Lebanese Cultural Union (WLCU), Lebanese Film Festival, Tripoli Film Festival and Sister Cities of Los Angeles. The night concludes with InFocus: Arab Cinema, co-presented in partnership with The Arab Film and Media Institute (AFMI) and showcases a strong line-up of Syrian, Egyptian, Palestinian, Saudi Arabian and Tunisian stories told through dark humor, modern interpretations of folklore, and unflinching naturalitic lenses. Doors will open to the public at 3:00pm with a pre-reception for the first shorts program, and the night will include a pre-reception before each of the evening’s programs, where attendees can sip libations and mingle with industry professionals and festival selected filmmakers in the lounge. The event will conclude at 11:00pm. Tickets are available for $15 for an all-night access passes, which provide access to all three film programs with open bar throughout the entire event. NFMLA’s Monthly Film Festivals are presented throughout the year with support from Presenting Venue Sponsor LBA Realty, Executive Circle Sponsors FilmLA and HBO Collabs, Producers Circle Sponsor Bartle Bogle Hegarty (BBH), Foundation Sponsors Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), LA County Department of Arts and Culture, LA City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA), California Arts Council and the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Community Foundation. Additional details and tickets available at http://bit.ly/2CXLvGM Event Title: NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) DocuSlate Film Festival – December 7th, 2019 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM Venue Address: South Park Center 1139 South Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90015 Parking (fee) 1133 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90015 Description: NewFilmmakers Los Angeles presents its annual slate of Documentary films with DocuSlate on December 7th, 2019. Offering up six programs that include five feature documentaries and seven short documentaries, the line-up creates a day full of opportunities to explore new perspectives from up close. The morning begins with Ai Weiwei: Yours Truly, the directorial debut of Cheryl Haines, the curator of @Large: Ai Weiwei on Alcatraz, a landmark exhibition that highlighted the reality of the struggle for fundamental human rights and connected visitors to isolated prisoners of conscience worldwide, in creative collaboration with Chinese artist and activist, Ai Weiwei. We explore the history of San Francisco’s gay liberation movement with the story of the lesser-known but immensely impactful activist Hank Wilson in Thanks to Hank, and examine ways our early environments shape us in a pairing of award-winning director Stuart Harmon’s The Money Stone, a coming-of-age story set in Ghana’s gold mining industry, which is preceded by short documentary The Cowfoot Prince, whihc explores an immigrant man’s relationship with his youth in Sierra Leone. The program takes a look at environmental impact and the efforts of those fighting it with The Condor & The Eagle, a beautiful and innovative documentary that takes us into the world of Indigenous climate activism, in a program that opens with Being with Elephants, a contemplative look at the struggle to protect elephants in Kenya. Invigorated by the connective power of music, Karl Nickoley’s This is My Home then takes us across America through the eyes of a pair of Irish immigrants out to set a musical Guinness World Record. The evening concludes with a line-up of thought-provoking short documentaries that tell stories of a family coping with breast cancer, draw parallels between genocides continents apart, take us behind the scenes of a human interest story that captured the evening news, takes us into the first craft brewery on the West Bank, and takes us into the secret world of the dedicated men known as Mardi Gras Indians in Michal Pietrzyk’s acclaimed documentary All on a Mardi Gras Day. Admission: $10 – $25 Additional details and tickets available at http://bit.ly/34QcHDe Gregg Young November 5, 2019 at 1:45 pm · Reply → Band: 562.433.4858 GreggYoung@earthlink.net http://www.GreggYoung.com Award-winning Gregg Young plays Solo BLT at Long Beach ArtWalk Gregg Young Line-up: Solo Guitar with BLT (Beats, Loops, & Tracks) Array of world-class sounds including Jazz, High-Energy Rock ‘N’ Roll, Blues, Funk & Reggae. 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m East Village Arts District Corner of Linden and Broadway (next to ReCircle Home) Long Beach 2nd Saturday ArtWalk in Long Beach, CA http://www.greggyoung.com/category/schedule/ Photo/Interview Opportunities Gregg Young will be available for interviews before and after the show. Currently, Gregg Young & the 2nd St. Band is the House Band at the iconic Dome Arclight Entertainment Center, Hollywood. The band has been nominated Best Jazz, Best Pop, Best Latin, and most recently Best Americana/Folk/Acoustic for the Hollywood Music in Media Awards. In addition to these nominations, Gregg and the Band have won Best Blues, Best Funk/Groove for the Hollywood Music in Media Awards, as well Smooth Jazz Artist of the Year for the LA Music Awards. In 2016, Gregg Young and the band released their album, Portraits, which was Grammy considered in three categories. The band’s newest single, Together (A) was considered in the Best American Roots Song category for a Grammy. The band currently has 363,197 spins on Pandora for their award-winning music. Gregg has just released his first solo guitar project, Alcatraz, a suite of 7 songs performed on acoustic steel string guitars, inspired by the Island & is being considered in two categories for a Grammy. Amy Gorton November 4, 2019 at 11:19 am · Reply → OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center, one of the nation’s most respected organizations for grief support and education, celebrates 26 years with the House of Hope Gala, “Where Hope Grows,” with special guest Jonah Platt (Broadway’s WICKED), master of ceremonies and musical performance, and honoring Anthony Guagliano (founding partner at Gallant Capital) at 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 16 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. Ticket prices start at $500. For ticket and sponsorship information or to make a donation, please visit https://www.ourhouse-grief.org/gala/. Atom Splitter October 28, 2019 at 9:33 am · Reply → Hi, dropping by to inform you about a tour date that you can add to your calendar or local listings. Legendary ’90s rock band Helmet will be appearing at 1720 on 11/09. The band is celebrating 30 Years x 30 Cities x 30 Song Set. No openers. The Plain White T’s will hit the road with The Mowgli’s and New Politics. The trek, dubbed “The 3 Dimensional Tour,” kicks off with a hometown gig at The Metro in Chicago on November 12 and runs through December 20 at the Hard Rock Casino in Sioux City, Iowa. Come out on November 20, 2019 to see them perform live at the Mayan! Andrew Acedo October 21, 2019 at 2:21 pm · Reply → 2019 NFMLA Film Festival – November 16th, 2019 South Park Center 1139 South Hill Street Parking (fee) 1133 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90015 The night begins with shorts program InFocus: Native Cinema, which offers a collection of short films from Native and indigenous filmmakers that explore questions of identity, femininity, cultural preservation and revival, and poetic resonance in the everyday. The evening continues with Shorts Program #2: The Monsters Inside, a collection of thoughtful, and at moments haunting, examinations of protagonists metaphorically at odds with their bodies. The conclusion of the program is the World Premiere of Up The 5, an eclectic and character-driven comedy that navigates a range of comedic styles as it follows the path of a lime green VW bus up the 5 Freeway in pursuit of a pair of con artists in a stolen Cadillac. Up The 5 is the first feature by director Gabriel Adams. Additional details and tickets available at https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-november-16th-2019/ Andrew Acedo October 14, 2019 at 11:53 am · Reply → 2019 NFMLA Film Festival – October 19th, 2019 The afternoon begins with program LA <3s SD, a collaboration with our partners at San Diego Film Week. The program will feature short film winners of the 2019 San Diego Film Awards alongside exciting new works by LA local filmmakers. The evening continues with the Los Angeles premiere and of Senior Love Triangle, the feature directorial debut of award-winning filmmaker and actor Kelly Blatz. The narrative is inspired by an acclaimed photo essay of the same name, which documents the turbulent romances between a troubled 84-year old WWII veteran and two very different women. The conclusion of the night’s programming is InFocus: Veteran Cinema, a collection of short films written, inspired and directed by veterans, featuring varied stories of reflection, imagination, pride and stepping towards oneself and others. Titota Global Exhibitions October 5, 2019 at 12:44 am · Reply → We just want to inform you that titota global is a exhibition stall designing company which fulfil your every requirement for exhibition whether is retail, branding or fabrications. Illicit Ghost September 30, 2019 at 3:08 pm · Reply → Illicit Ghost and Karolina Rose at The Hotel Cafe, 10/9 · Venue: The Hotel Cafe, 1623 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 · Date/time: Wednesday, October 9, 8PM-10PM · Event price: $10/ticket · Ticket link: https://www.hotelcafe.com/tickets/?s=events_view&id=9726 · Artists: Illicit Ghost, Karolina Rose Atom Splitter September 25, 2019 at 9:29 am · Reply → Visionary media collective Starset have carved out a unique path as part cinematic rock band, part conceptual storytellers, weaving an intricate narrative through multimedia and redefining the concept of a truly immersive entertainment experience. Come out to The Regent Theater and watch them perform live on October 2, 2019! Get your tickets now! Just dropping by to inform you about a tour date that you can add to your calendar! Legendary metal band Of Mice & Men will be appearing at The Teragram Ballroom in Los Angeles, CA on 9/23. 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Admission: $35 (includes admission, food, drinks and parking) The Los Angeles Video Project is a community outreach multimedia program that celebrates and enlists LA’s remarkable pool of filmmakers. By engaging these creative members of the Los Angeles community to act and serve as Ambassadors of LA, NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA), along with the support of HBO, LA City Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, FilmLA, Sony Pictures Entertainment, HFPA, Alternative Camera Rentals, LA City Councilmember Mitch O’Farrell, Central Hollywood Neighborhood Council, Cinelease and LA County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl are able to share what these artists call their LA; an insider perspective into this diverse, cosmopolitan county and its neighborhoods. Additional details and tickets available at http://bit.ly/2WVmmoK Francesca Spinosi September 5, 2019 at 4:57 pm · Reply → Pop-Rock Singer-Songwriter Brooke Josephson Performing Live with Frances Ruffelle at The Federal NoHo! 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This month’s festival presents a powerful lineup of local and international films by world-class emerging filmmakers from Mexico, Australia, Spain, Peru, Costa Rica. Brazil, Australia and the United States across three short film programs. The evening presents two world premieres, Spanish filmmaker Fany de la Chica’s Something to Believe In (Algo en lo Que Creer) and Priscila Torres’ Thank You for Calling. The programs begin with a collection of stories that capture experiences from a female point of view, exploring spirituality, violence and female friendship. The lineup continues with a hard-hitting collection of films about immigration, emigration, processes bureaucratic and grassroots, and the people who are fighting to make a difference for those impacted by these life-changing and sometimes sudden journeys. The final program culminates with an eclectic mix of genres that capture the spirit of persistence and challenging the status quo. NFMLA and AMPAS have formed industry-wide alliances and partnerships to support this initiative. Industry Delegates include Carlos Gaona at Warner Bros., Michael Senzer at The Gersh Agency, Aaron Ashford at Pantelion (a partnership between Lionsgate Entertainment and Grupo Televisa), Brian Pacheco at Walt Disney Television, Robert Patla at HBO, Christine Davila at Warner Bros. Digital Networks Stage 13, Joan Wai at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Kate Hurwitz at Cinetic Media, Nacho Gil and Casey Meurer at VICE Studios and more. Program Moderators include Rosy Cordero at Entertainment Weekly (EW) and Claudia Puig at The Los Angeles Film Critics Association (LAFCA). Doors will open to the public at 3:30 pm with a pre-reception for the first shorts program, and the night will include a pre-reception before each of the evening’s programs, where attendees can sip cocktails and mingle with industry professionals and festival selected filmmakers in the lounge. 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Lineup: Award Winning PanMan Ross Harper/Steel Drum, The Talented Einstein Brown/Steel Drum, and Grammy Nominated Kirkwood Coakley (Bass). Andrew Acedo July 17, 2019 at 6:58 pm · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) presents a full and exciting day with InFocus: International Animation, a selection of California Shorts presented in partnership with Film Liaisons in California Statewide (FLICS) and The California Film Commission as well as two feature film presentations: William Conlin’s Making Apes: The Artists Who Changed Film and Alex Wolff’s feature directorial debut, The Cat and the Moon. The afternoon begins with Making Apes: The Artists Who Changed Film, director William Conlin’s delightful documentary lens on the make-up artists behind Planet of the Apes (1968), which is produced by Hollywood Make Up Legends, Thomas and Bari Burman. This screening is proudly supported by Local 706 IATSE Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild. The program continues with California Shorts, which showcases a selection of short films produced throughout California’s diverse filming terrain, including one of the award-winning films from our community partner, San Diego Film Week’s 2019 line-up. Next, audiences will have the opportunity to get exposed to a wide-array of animation from around the globe in addition to NFMLA’s monthly spotlight series, InFocus: International Animation, showcasing new animation from rising animators hailing from the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. The night closes with the world premiere of The Cat and the Moon, the first feature film by award-winning actor, Alex Wolff (Hereditary), which explores the life of a teen (played by Wolff) temporarily living in New York during an uncertain time. The NFMLA Monthly Film Festival is supported by venue sponsor South Park Center, Executive Circle sponsors FilmLA and HBO and Foundation Supporters CA Arts Council, LA City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA), LA County Arts Commission and The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA). This month’s program also includes support from Los Angeles City Councilmember Paul Koretz and Community Collaborator The Alliance for Women Film Composers (AWFC). For more program information and tickets, please visit: http://bit.ly/2Y6qgyR Andrew Acedo July 2, 2019 at 11:37 am · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) presents InFocus: Canadian Cinema on Saturday, July 27th, 2019, co-hosted by the Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles and sponsored by Seneca College and Mount Saint Mary’s University. The 2019 line-up consists of two short film programs highlighting a a diverse set of voices from all over Canada, including alumni of festivals such as Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Sundance, Slamdance, Berlin International Film Festival and Palm Springs ShortFest. The evening begins with Canadian Cinema Shorts Program One, which features a thought-provoking animated film, a bittersweet story captured in a cinematic music video, contemplation of social norms through new perspectives and exciting new work by French Canadian and First Nations filmmakers, such as the Berlinale-winning ‘Just Me and You.’ Canadian Cinema Program Two offers a selection of stories that ask us to examine our perception through narrative, documentary, animated and experimental work from up-and-coming Canadian filmmakers, including Alexandra Lazarowich’s ‘Fast Horse,’ winner of the Sundance 2019 Special Jury Award for Directing. The evening concludes with a mix of short narratives that span from historical to horror comedy that offer spotlights into the unexplored corners of familiar stories, contemplating the meaning in the mundane, the invisible narratives in war as well as the battle with ourselves and others. The NFMLA Monthly Film Festival is supported by venue sponsor South Park Center, Executive Circle sponsors FilmLA and HBO and Foundation Supporters CA Arts Council, LA City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA), LA County Arts Commission and The Hollywood Foreign Press Association. For more program information and tickets, please visit: http://bit.ly/2J0Ggdg Francesca Spinosi July 3, 2019 at 10:21 pm · Reply → Catch Singer-Songwriter Brooke Josephson Perform Live on 7/19! Time 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm Venue-Hotel Cafe Address- 1623 1/2 N. Cahuenga Blvd. Los Angeles, Ca 90028 Ticket Price- $10 Ticket Link-https://www.hotelcafe.com/tickets/?s=events_view&id=9339 Description- Los Angeles based pop/rock artist, Brooke Josephson captivates her audience with her natural storytelling. The singer-songwriter hopes her “sonic snapshot” of finding the humor in the “leggings to heels” lifestyle can empower women that are balancing their personal lives while working full-time. To support her latest EP, ‘Sexy N’ Domesticated’, Brooke will stop by Hotel Cafe to offer an electrifying performance filled with crowd favorites and original tracks. alister james September 7, 2019 at 3:27 am · Guitarist Tom McNalley has been a mainstay on the Los Angeles music scene, having worked with everyone from Nels Cline to Ornette Coleman who said of Tom “Your like the best of Pat Metheney and Blood Ulmer.” His new trio brings the blues and rock edge to the forefront on their new release “Eyes Above Water”. Influences of early John McLaughlin and John Abercrombie are still there (and of course the aforementioned Cline), but now with more Hendrix and even Tom Morello! McNalley’s extensive foray into Haitian music also show up, and with the fearless rhythm section of Matt Baker (drums) and Jarrad Lander (electric bass), expect no stone to be unturned! https://creativethinksmedia.com Ben Schechter July 1, 2019 at 7:04 pm · Reply → What’s happening everybody. I put book, curate, and promote shows in LA under whatthesound.com/presents. I primarily work with venues that hold anywhere in-between 100-500 people. I’m booking more and more these days! Go to whatthesound.com/presents to submit your band or your friend’s band/artist project! Amy Gorton June 28, 2019 at 11:46 am · Reply → OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center will host Camp Erin LA September 6-8 at Camp Bob Waldorf in Glendale. Camp Erin LA is a weekend camp experience for children and teens ages 6 to 17 who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or guardian in the past three years. Camp is free of charge for all children and combines traditional camp activities with grief support, education, and remembrance projects. Typical fun and engaging camp favorites such as swimming, sports, campfires and arts and crafts, are interspersed with projects and experiences used to facilitate expression of feelings, memorialize their loved one who died, and promote healing. Go to http://www.ourhouse-grief.org/camp-erin-la-oc/ for more information or to apply. Applications must be received by August 14. Andrew Acedo June 3, 2019 at 4:41 pm · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles Film Festival – June 29th, 2019 NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) spotlights LGBTQ+ stories, including the world premiere of director Andrew Guerrero’s first feature film, Come Into Your Own. The night begins with shorts program “Make Your Own Magic,” a collection of stories about magic in various forms and creating ones’ own solutions through determination, from literal magic to healing from mental illness to trying to create a small piece of a long lost better world for a child. The evening continues with feature film Come Into Your Own, a first feature by filmmaker Andrew Guerrero and a part of InFocus: LGBTQ+ Cinema, which tells a story of the complicated ways that sexual identity can shift and the meaning attached to those shifts. The night concludes with shorts program InFocus: LGBTQ+ Cinema, which takes viewers through a range of queer experiences through metaphor, genre, comedy and unflinching drama. Included are stories of familial acceptance, transition and finding oneself. Event info and tickets here: http://bit.ly/2JP4f0X Three Rooms Press April 18, 2019 at 8:49 am · Reply → Three Rooms Press presents The Seventh Annual ¡LA DI DADA! A Highly Eclectic Performance Event Hell-Bent on Blowing Minds plus the official West Coast launch of MAINTENANT 13: Journal of Contemporary Dada Writing and Art Saturday, June 8, 2019 \| 8:00-11:00 pm Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center, 681 Venice Bl. Venice, CA 90291, Phone 1-310-822-3006 Prepare for an evening of incredibly provocative, eclectic art and performance on as Three Rooms Press presents the Seventh Annual ¡LA DI DADA! Dada Salon: a wild ride of contemporary Dada performance and poetry by leading maverick artists. The event includes the West Coast launch of the internationally-renowned MAINTENANT 13: Journal of Contemporary Dada Writing and Art (2019, Three Rooms Press), which features more than 200 visual and literary works by artists and writers worldwide in Full Color Throughout!!! The event takes place Saturday, June 8, 8-11 pm at Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center in Venice. Admission is $10; $6 for students & seniors. And Beyond Baroque members are free!!! Costumes encouraged. Come as you aren’t!!! Featured performers include Punk Icon Exene Cervenka (X), Poet/Performer extraordinaire S.A. Griffin, poet Richard Modiano, artists Bob Branaman and VinZula Kara, famed playwright-poet Doug Knott, poet-actor Harry E. Northup, performance poet non-pareil Linda J. Albertano, renowned LA poet Rich Fereguson, LA Dada Maestros Mike M. Mollett and Neal Skooter Taylor, Fluxus artist Bibiana Padilla Maltos, crime-writer & Dadist Travis Richardson, poet-performer Christian Georgescu, Circuitry & Poetry with Mona Jean Cedar & Jeff Boynton, visual artist Mark Hoefer, poet/photographer Kip Duff, and artist Silvia Wagensberg and performance poet Voxx Voltair. TRP Co-directors Peter Carlaftes and Kat Georges host. Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center is at 681 Venice Blvd., Venice, CA 90291, phone: 310-822-3006 –for additional information and reservations. MAINTENANT 13: A Journal of Contemporary Dada Writing and Art serves up the controversial theme, “A.I. Artificial Ignorance”. If you think that life as we know it will be destroyed by Artificial Intelligence -Think again!!!! Where’s the intelligence? We’re surrounded and inspired by ignorance. How will this reduction of thought shape the future of interpersonal relations, intellectual advancement, and politics? As we teeter on the brink of redundancy, the concepts of Dada brilliantly encompass the urgency of present times with both clarity and purposeful confusion. The MAINTENANT series, established in 2005, gathers the work of renowned and emerging dada artists and writers from around the world. The series has been archived in leading international institutions including the Museum of Contemporary Art–New York, the BelVUE Museum–Brussels, and more. Renowned contributors have included artists Mark Kostabi, Raymond Pettibon, Giovanni Fontana, Jean-Jacques Lebel, and Kazunori Murakami. Writers have included Allen Ginsberg, Gerard Malanga, Charles Plymell, Jerome Rothenberg, and more, with a strong contingent of punk musician-artist-writers including Grant Hart, Mike Watt, and Exene Cervenka. Any questions? Need more info? Press passes? Contact Peter Carlaftes at– peter@threeroomspress.com Trang Kim March 16, 2019 at 4:04 pm · Reply → Renowned Americana Artist Amilia K Spicer Takes the Stage on 4/6/19! Amilia K Spicer: It may be her haunting, husky voice that first grabs a listener, the way it glides over melodies like smoke, but it’s the songwriting that Spicer really wants you to hear. It fuses together the different places she calls home. Americana singer-songwriter will grace the stage at McCabe’s Guitar Shop on April 6, 2019. She’ll perform songs from her latest album. The LP Americana singer-songwriter’s latest LP ‘Wow and Flutter’ has enjoyed acclaim for its captivating, personal lyricism, haunting melodies, and powerful rustic tone. American Songwriter Magazine described the album as “a timeless, brand-new Americana classic.” Throughout 2018, Spicer performed frequently in the Americana festival circuit, including 30A Songwriters Festival, Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas, and Oklahoma’s Woody Guthrie Folk Festival. Furthermore, Amilia has performed more intimately at venues across the US. Date- 4/6/19 Time (Start to End) – 8:00 PM – 10: 00 PM Venue- McCabe’s Guitar Shop Address- 3101 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, California, 90405 Venue Phone Number- 310.828.4497 Venue Email-mccabes@mccabes.com Ticket Link- https://www.store.mccabes.com/cart.php?target=product&product_id=2206 Dominique Vazquez March 2, 2019 at 4:27 pm · Reply → Pop-Rock Singer-Songwriter Brooke Josephson Performs Live on 4/26 Description- Los Angeles based pop/rock artist, Brooke Josephson captivates her audience with her natural storytelling. The singer-songwriter hopes her “sonic snapshot” of finding the humor in the “leggings to heels” lifestyle can empower women that are balancing their personal lives while working full-time. To support her latest EP, ‘Sexy N’ Domesticated’, Brooke will stop by Whisky A Go Go to offer an electrifying performance filled with crowd favorites and original tracks. http://www.whiskyagogo.com/site/event/fire-tiger-riker-the-beachcombers-black-velvet-brool-darker/ 2019 Best of NFMLA Awards Join NFMLA as we celebrate the Best of NFMLA Awards show! A spectacular night recognizing the best talent in independent cinema from around the globe. On Saturday, April 6th, 2019, NFMLA and its Board of Directors invite you to join us as we honor the ‘Best of NFMLA’ nominees from our 11th film festival edition. The evening will honor 111 films, writers and performers, nominated in 12 Award categories including new media, animation, documentary and narrative. The nominees are largely comprised of films from the NFMLA diversity initiative, InFocus. For the past 11 years, the NFMLA Film Festival has built its reputation based on the quality of programming, assembling an extensive catalogue of over 2500 projects from 76+ countries. Major and indie studios, brands and distribution companies have accessed within the NFMLA Alumni pool to source professional new talent. The event will feature special guests and performers and drinks by Karl Strauss and Tito’s. Please join as we celebrate Tomorrow’s filmmakers, today. Tickets are available for $50 (General admission: includes access to show, reception, food and drinks) NewFilmMakersLA February 26, 2019 at 10:25 am · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Women Directors Film Festival – March 16th, 2019 This month NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) celebrates women behind the camera with an evening of films by female directors. The night kicks off with shorts program InFocus: Female Cinema – Fighting the Good Fight, which offers stories of the struggle against the conditions that suppress us, as well as the assertion of the positive and its power to inspire us. The evening’s centerpiece feature film is the Los Angeles premiere of award-winning director Pearl Gluck’s The Turn Out, a striking look at sex trafficking at truck stops through the eyes of a truck driver who regularly witnesses its realities and feels compelled to help the victims. Pearl Gluck’s documentary background rigorously informs the world of this narrative film with documentary elements. The night concludes with shorts program InFocus: Female Cinema – Unlikely Allies, a collection of chance meetings, circumstances and situations that bring about unexpected collaboration. Throughout the event, attendees will have opportunities to mingle with the filmmakers, industry supporters and film lovers over complimentary drinks & cocktails in the premium reception room at the South Park Center in Downtown Los Angeles. Tickets are only $10 for single film programs and $15 for all films with open bar for 7+ hours! Get them now before it is too late! Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-march-16th-2019/ Nadia Jo February 6, 2019 at 1:19 am · Reply → AlongCameLife was raised in Queens, New York. His talents were apparent from an early age when he became one of the youngest students to be accepted to the illustrious, Juilliard School of Music. A multi-talented singer, songwriter and violinist, AlongCameLife is also the Winner of Two EMMY Awards, and the Founder of the famed duo NBS who performed on America’s Got Talent, Dancing With The Stars, The Ellen Show, The Tonight Show, The Today Show, Nick Jr, Fox 5, New York 1 and Page 6. He also performed for President Barrack Obama, and for the Royal Family of Dubai. backbend fly guy.JPG AlongCameLife AlongCameLife has released various albums and now steps up to the plate with a brand new solo 21 track release entitled “Wavees”. Even if it seems like he came out of nowhere, one good listen to AlongCameLife and you know he won’t be a secret for long and is easy to see a legitimate creative core inside the alternative madness collected into “Wavees”. The album is a blend of diverse sounds in the best possible way. It’s the next step in the musical evolution of Hip-hop. The production here is an intricate mix of rock, soul, classic, alternative and hip-hop all wrapped in a beautiful, and, at times, distorted power package. AlongCameLife raps, he sings, he plays the violin, but mostly there’s a method to his creative madness – he’s not an artist who lets a single note or beat decide his fate. He transcends them with whatever he is doing – be that rapping, singing or playing. He bends sounds, styles and genres to suit his mood and express himself, in any way that he sees fit. “Wavees” sounds like a bold experiment of musical inspiration. The album shines brightest when AlongCameLife indulges in his atmospheric and trippy neo-soul inclinations on tracks like “Coolin”, “Don’t You Know Me”, “Flying”, “What Up What Up”, “Sert” and “Fire”. But with 21 tracks available, the choices are plenty. It’s also emblematic that the fastest track on the entire album is called “Nice N Slow”. Often bathed in heavy doses of reverb and echo, AlongCameLife’s vocals bring a strong flavor of shoegazing, dream pop and trip-hop to the recording. These are sounds you will hardly hear on any other rap or hip-hop album – setting him apart from the pack. That AlongCameLife isn’t your traditional rapper or urban music artist, becomes more than evident throughout the one-and a-half hour duration of this album. He doesn’t confine himself to the rules of making conventional urban music. He breaks those rules then writes his own, and if you can see past the sometimes obnoxiousness you will find a genius at work. AlongCameLife is both verbally menacing and artistically astounding. Now if he found a happy middle ground somewhere in-between, he would become more accessible to the masses. But how do you ask a visionary to not look further than the confines of normality? Get your tickets now for the “Clueless TOUR” presented by 715 GOAT OFFICIAL LINKS: WEBSITE – ITUNES – SPOTIFY – INSTAGRAM – FACEBOOK – YOUTUBE Dominique Vazquez February 22, 2019 at 9:04 pm · Reply → Los Angeles based pop/rock artist, Brooke Josephson captivates her audience with her natural storytelling. The singer-songwriter hopes her “sonic snapshot” of finding the humor in the “leggings to heels” lifestyle can empower women that are balancing their personal lives while working full-time. To support her latest EP, ‘Sexy N’ Domesticated’, Brooke will stop by Hotel Cafe to offer an electrifying performance filled with crowd favorites and original tracks. Venue Email- production@hotelcafe.com Venue Email- production@hotelcafe.comenue Phone Number- (323) 461-2040 Andrew Acedo NewFilmMakersLA February 4, 2019 at 10:51 am · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) spotlights Black Cinema with a selection of short films from Black filmmakers, along with a selection of local and international independent films. The evening begins with American Bistro, director Arthur Diennet’s feature debut. This uplifting and funny film follows an uncle and nephew whose lives haven’t turned out as they had each hoped, who unite to open a restaurant in Los Angeles. The night continues with powerful shorts program Other Lives, which offers a glimpse into alternate lives, including those that are imaginary, transcendent, forced upon us, or belonging to others. The program concludes with the InFocus: Black Cinema shorts program, a selection of films depicting black experiences stretching from comedic to surreal, thought-provoking to heartfelt. Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-february-23rd-2019/ Dave Thompson January 29, 2019 at 12:45 pm · Reply → Actor Patrick Kilpatrick Signs Dying for Living: Sins & Confessions of a Hollywood Villain & Libertine Patriot at Barnes and Noble Burbank Town Center Renowned Hollywood villain Patrick Kilpatrick will sign his memoir Dying for Living — Sins & Confessions of a Hollywood Villain and Libertine Patriot at the Barnes and Noble Burbank Town Center located at 731 N. San Fernando Blvd., Burbank, CA 91502 at 7:00 PM. His memoir details an unconventional upbringing, political misadventures in journalism, his career as the entertainment industry’s go-to antagonist, as well as juicy celebrity tales, and his unparalleled humor. Kilpatrick has played against a broad spectrum of superstars including Tom Cruise, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Willis, Pam Grier, and Naomi Watts, to name a few. With an entertainment career spanning more than 170 credits as lead actor, producer, screenwriter, director, and global entertainment teacher, Kilpatrick is now sharing his life in his much-anticipated two-volume memoir. Revealing details of a volatile, yet privileged upbringing, and a searing, often hilarious and scandalous literate look behind three decades of working with Hollywood’s elite, Kilpatrick tells a rollicking tale that will keep you turning the pages. Friday, March 1st at 7:00 PM 731 N. San Fernando Blvd. For more information about this event please visit: https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780061997793-0 Amanda Alderman January 22, 2019 at 3:18 pm · Reply → Myke Anthony performs his brand-new album this Saturday, January 26th at The Federal Bar in North Hollywood at 7PM sharp. Way to start 2019 off right…with a delicious dose of this monumentally-talented and inspiring, scintillating and elegant Myke Anthony! You will get first-listen and experience of Myke’s new album! Come early and hang with this cat before you can’t anymore (because he’s super-famous and busy globetrotting, sharing his glory with the rest of the planet). Historically all attendees are a wonderful bunch of genuine, good people. You do not want to miss this. Hope to see you there! Ruchi January 22, 2019 at 3:28 am · Reply → Francesca Spinosi January 3, 2019 at 2:16 pm · Reply → Brooke Josephson Shakes the Stage At Bar Lubitschon 1-15-19! Los Angeles based pop/rock artist, Brooke Josephson captivates her audience with her natural storytelling and impressive vocal pipes. The singer-songwriter hopes her “sonic snapshot” of finding the humor in the “leggings to heels” lifestyle can empower women that are balancing their personal lives while working full-time. To support her latest EP, ‘Sexy N’ Domesticated’, Brooke will stop by Bar Lubitsch to offer an electrifying performance filled with crowd favorites and original tracks. Date- 1/15/19 Time- 10:00 PM – 10:45 PM Venue- Bar Lubitsch Address- 7702 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046 Cross Streets: Santa Monica Blvd & Stanley Ave. Ticket Price- $10 (door cover) Venue Website- https://www.barlubitsch.com/events Gary Schmidt December 17, 2018 at 9:05 pm · Reply → For thousands of years, human beings have marked their own skin, deliberately and permanently applying various types of pigment and ink. Tattooing is a practice in numerous cultures, for a variety reasons. Sometimes tattoos are proof of social status or are given as a rite of passage, to ward off evil, or to identify membership in a group. All art practice has some underlying ideology, and this is especially true in tattoo art. Skin creations represent fundamental beliefs to the individual wearer or group. Tattooing is practiced by cultures from east to west, by both men and women, and by nearly all ages. The attraction is obvious: To decorate one’s body with permanent art is a powerful statement, not easily erased or altered, so the act itself is almost as intriguing as the image itself might be. To see all designs, drop by our website: https://outsons.com/ Fred Jackson December 17, 2018 at 9:01 pm · Reply → The Nightingale Plaza club in LA is one of the hottest spots in West Hollywood. Accommodating up to 500 guests, it is in that perfect sweet spot between busy and intimate, providing a luxurious LA nightclub experience. It has even been voted the best nightclub in Hollywood by Boutique Design, which is not a title to ignore. Inside the Nightingale Plaza nightclub you will find four distinct areas depending on what sort of a night you want to have. The main room hosts the dance floor and the DJ, for anyone who enjoys a high energy party. There are two lounges, each with their own bar and particular ambiance, one more relaxed and the other more social. And there is the outside garden space, which is inviting and relaxing. The ceiling is covered in revolving mirrors, which might be a little disorienting to some, but which most clubbers absolutely adore. It really brings a soft, flattering light into every corner of the club, showing off the décor without ruining your photos. The theme which ties this venue together is a European courtyard meets a modern night club. The wallpaper actually stands out, which is very rare for a club, but it is gorgeous, with exotic plants, stunning prints, and beautiful animals. If you want to enjoy the best ambiance in all of LA, stop by the Nightingale Plaza nightclub. The drinks at this LA nightclub are high class, as you would expect. Whether you go for some of their signature cocktails or pop a bottle, you are going to keep coming back for more drinks at one of the best nightclubs in West Hollywood. If you are looking for some fantastic DJing, this nightclub in LA has got some of the best DJs in California. Look forward to amazing beats by Yo Gotti or DJ Rush, for example. The beats are amazing, although you will probably prefer the house and EDM tunes to the hip hop, due to the layout of the venue carrying these sounds better. And if you want celebrity hosts, then you will find the likes of Diddy, Lil Wayne, and 2CHAINZ hosting their regularly scheduled events. Naturally with celebrity appearances like these you should be expecting the very best crowds. Expect to run into celebrities on most nights, and A-Listers every once in a while. Naturally, if you’re going to be bumping into this crowd you need to look your best. The venue does not have a strict dress code, and you can probably get in wearing anything, so long as it is clean, hip, and well put together. Don’t expect to get in wearing a suit and sneakers, but a hip hop look with sportswear shoes and jeans can work very nicely. Getting into this exclusive LA nightclub is not always easy. Even when you book a table, expect to queue as they allocate seats to everyone with reservations. It is going to be busy and you really wouldn’t want it any other way, would you? A promoter really is a must for this venue. For more information, visit our website: https://www.clubbable.com/Los-Angeles/Nightingale-Plaza Kymber December 13, 2018 at 9:28 pm · Reply → Returning to the Downey Theatre as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Carpenters’ first album with A&M Records. This is the definitive concert show celebrating the music of Downey’s own, Karen & Richard Carpenter, one of the most successful recording acts of all time. Starring Michelle Berting Brett who is accompanied by a 7-piece Nashville band directed by Harry Sharpe, the show re-creates the Carpenters’ original sound. From Washington State to New York City to sold out engagements in Las Vegas, this show played to a sellout crowd at the Downey Theatre as part of the City of Downey 60th anniversary celebrations in 2016. Experience an intimate behind-the-scenes portrait of the pop music phenomenon that defined an era, and sing along to hits that include “Close to You,” “Top of the World,” “Rainy Days & Mondays,” and many more! WeveOnlyJustBegunShow.com April 25, 2019 at 07:30PM Tapsi Shahu November 27, 2018 at 12:42 am · Reply → Best Marketing Communication Agency India- If you are searching advertising and branding services agency, CHL Worldwide is leading creative agency which provide best advertising services in Delhi India.. Chl Worldwide is an advertising company and Offering Brand Promotion Services, Digital Marketing Services and ATL, BTL ad Many more. 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Crossroads Lower School Campus 1715 Olympic Blvd Silent Auction, Food Trucks, Full Service Bar, Concession Stand Comedians Jenny Zigrino and Sabrina Jalees will be accompanied by the emcee for the evening JC Coccoli. Parking: We suggest UBER, Lyft, or taking the metro to 17th Street/SMC station (Crossroads is adjacent!) Parking lot is available with limited spots and cannot be guaranteed. Thank you for helping us celebrate 25 years of grief support services in the LA community and for supporting the next 25. All money raised goes to further the OUR HOUSE mission of providing grief support services, education, resources and hope to our community. Don’t forget to dress the part! We want to see your best 90’s party outfit! For more information visit: https://www.ourhouse-grief.org/hopetickets/ Ethan November 8, 2018 at 3:16 am · Reply → Sparks add second Los Angeles show “It will be a life changing experience.” Only North American shows Wednesday 14th November 2018 NEW DATE Thursday 15th November 2018 (limited tickets) Downtown Palace Theatre, Los Angeles Legendary Los Angeles band Sparks will play two hometown shows this November to complete their acclaimed Hippopotamus Tour. “The brothers Ron and Russell Mael have spent almost half a century making incomparable music. They are unconventional and unpredictable, well read and playful, but above all, they are the last great band in the history of pop that you need to see, if you haven’t already. It will be a life changing experience.” Sparks’ set this summer at Spain’s famous Primavera festival was “an enduring highlight of the festival; one that was loaded with idiosyncratic charm, oddball theatrics, pinks suits, soaring vocals, glistening pop and euphoric disco.” (Loud & Quiet Magazine) The Hippopotamus world tour has seen Sparks and their impressive band play shows that are euphoric, vital, brilliant and uncompromisingly typical of a band that refuses to rest on their laurels. The new songs (from their acclaimed 2017 album ‘Hippopotamus’ including ‘Edith Piaf Said It Better Than Me’, ‘What The Hell Is It This Time?’ & ‘Missionary Position’) sound like classics, the classics (including ‘This Town Ain’t Big Enough For Both of Us’, ‘Tryouts For The Human Race’ and ‘The Number One Song In Heaven’) sound as vibrant and essential as ever, and audiences, and critics, have been left in no doubt this genre-hopping band is on sparkling form. ★★★★★ The Times (What a band)\| ★★★★★ The Independent (one of the most innovative outfits in pop) \| Record Collector (What a night) \| ★★★★★ Classic Pop (The Mael brothers burn up the place) \| Classic Rock (A brilliant night) \| ★★★★★ The Skinny (a band performing at their absolute best) ‘Hippopotamus’, Sparks’ 23rd album, received unanimous acclaim on its release in September 2017, subsequently appearing in many ‘Album Of The Year’ lists. ★★★★★ The Times \| ★★★★★ The Independent ★★★★★ Daily Express \| ★★★★★ Record Collector ★★★★ Mojo \| ★★★★ Guardian \| Classic Pop – 9/10 \| Uncut – 8/10 Since storming into the charts, minds and airwaves in 1974 with This ‘Town Ain’t Big Enough For Both of Us’ from their album ‘Kimono My House’, Sparks have consistently created genre defying music and inspired – and continue to inspire and influence – generations of artists from Morrissey, Bjork & Depeche Mode to Franz Ferdinand, The Lemon Twigs & MGMT. Released on BMG, ‘Hippopotamus’ has been universally acclaimed with many critics declaring it to be one of the finest albums of the year and the pinnacle of the band’s career. Written, recorded and produced by Sparks ‘Hippopotamus’ is released on digital, CD, LP, picture disc and cassette formats. See allsparks.com/calendar for tickets links. NewFilmmakers Los Angeles November 6, 2018 at 3:18 pm · Reply → You’re invited to join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) and The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) with presenting partners The Arab Film and Media Institute (AFMI), Shortcutz Amsterdam and the Dutch Culture USA (Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in New York) on Saturday, December 15th, 2018 for NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival InFocus: Middle Eastern, Arab & Dutch Cinema. The event will be hosted at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences Mary Pickford Center’s Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. The evening begins with InFocus: Dutch Cinema – Shortcutz Amsterdam Showcase, a collection of the winners of Shortcutz Amsterdam’s 2018 season so-presented in partnership with Shortcutz Amsterdam and Dutch Culture USA (Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in New York) and offers highlights of diverse work made by Dutch filmmakers throughout the Netherlands. There are stories of peace, discovering one’s identity, the mundane pains of loss, horror, and more. The second program of the evening, InFocus: Arab Cinema is co-presented in partnership with The Arab Film and Media Institute (AFMI) and showcases Palestinian, Tunisian, Lebanese and Qatari stories that cover the often unmentioned hardships of refugees in Europe, tackle the difficult questions of ideology through the eyes of a child, look at history through a mockumentary lens, and in Cyril Aris’ Oscar-Qualifying The President’s Visit, take us to a town whose preparation for an important guest takes an absurd and darkly humorous turn. The night concludes with InFocus: Middle Eastern Cinema, a selection of striking short films from Middle Eastern filmmakers who have made their work all over the world – Lebanon, Israel, France, UK, Canada and the US. They tell stories of the complexity of identity, growing up, and of being stuck in difficult situations, personally and politically. Doors will open to the public at 3 pm with a pre-reception for the first shorts program, and the night will include a pre-reception before each of the evening’s programs, where attendees can sip cocktails and mingle with industry professionals and festival selected filmmakers in the lounge. The event will conclude at 11:00 pm. Tickets are available for $15 for an all-night access passes, which provide access to all three film programs with open bar throughout the entire event. NFMLA’s Monthly Film Festivals are presented throughout the year with support from Executive Circle Sponsors FilmLA and HBO, Producers Circle Sponsors SAG-AFTRA, 21st Century Fox Global Inclusion, Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA \| Golden Globes), LA County Arts Commission and LA City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA). Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-december-15th-2018/ Susan von Seggern November 5, 2018 at 11:22 am · Reply → Noted for his long and busy career as a producer and music director Steve Weisberg is bringing his orchestra, with a who’s who of LA’s top session musicians, together again for a variety show style concert at Magicopolis, 1418 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401, Wednesday November 14 at 8pm. Tickets are $30 and are available here. Joining Weisberg’s amazing 17-piece orchestra will be NRBQ founder Terry Adams, noted indie Latina singer/songwriter Gaby Moreno, Billboard Jazz Charting Ghanian-American singer Abiah, noted father/son act The Cages, Suzy Williams – long known and loved as the songbird of Venice, and up and coming singer Clara Zimm, with more special guests to be announced. Weisberg has extensive experience as an arranger and musical director on recordings and live events often for famed producer Hal Willner with artists including Sting, Elvis Costello, Marianne Faithful, K.D. Lang, Macy Gray, BØRNS, David Byrne, Lou Reed, Carla Bley, Michael McDonald, Kesha, Tony Clifton, Howard Tate, Shane McGowan, Jill Sobule, Jackson Browne, Bill Frisell. and many, many more. Weisberg describes his orchestral aspirations to be “Lawrence Welk meets Spike Jones meets Frank Zappa.” Adding, “come on down and get ready to be amazed, surprised and thoroughly entertained!” Past SWO shows included performances by BØRNS, Victoria Williams, Jill Sobule, Petra Haden, Sussan Deyhim, Mocean Worker, and Perla Batalla, so attendees never know what surprise guests might pop up! Peter Carlaftes October 21, 2018 at 9:15 pm · Reply → THE OFFICIAL L.A. LAUNCH OF DON’T HIDE THE MADNESS William S. Burroughs in Conversation with Allen Ginsberg edited by Steven Taylor Thursday, November 15, 2018 Doors open 7:30pm \| Showtime 8pm an evening of readings and storytelling with a LIVE Dreammachine! Linda J. Albertano \| Exene Cervenka Rich Ferguson \| S.A. Griffin Mike Mollett \| Marc Olmsted plus special guests Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center 681 N. Venice Blvd., Venice, CA 90291 info@beyondbaroque.org Three Rooms Press presents an evening of reading and storytelling around Beat culture at the L.A. launch of DON’T HIDE THE MADNESS: William S. Burroughs in Conversation with Allen Ginsberg. The event will be held in the theater at Beyond Baroque (681 N. Venice Blvd., Venice, CA) on Thursday, November 15, 8 pm. Admission is $10 regular, $6 for students/seniors, and free for Beyond Baroque members. The event features readings from the book and storytelling about legendary Beat icons from performance artist Linda J. Albertano, X lead singer Exene Cervenka, spoken word artist Rich Ferguson, poet-publisher-actor S.A. Griffin, performance artist Mike Mollett, poet Marc Olmsted, and record producer Pat Thomas. Three Rooms Press co-directors Peter Carlaftes and Kat Georges will host. Copies of DON’T HIDE THE MADNESS will be available for purchase at the event. For reservations and additional information, contact Peter Carlaftes: 212-731-0574; info@threeroomspress.com. About DON’T HIDE THE MADNESS In DON’T HIDE THE MADNESS, the fathers of the Beat movement converse about deeply intimate and personal history while gathered at Burroughs’ house in Lawrence, Kansas. The conversation includes discussion of: • David Cronenberg’s film adaptation of Burroughs’ classic novel Naked Lunch • Shamanism, including a detailed description of the shamanic exorcism of the demon Burroughs believes forced him to kill his common-law wife in 1951 • Literary associates, influences, techniques, and insights • Punk rock’s contributions to counterculture lore With the current political landscape mirroring many aspects of the early Beat period, DON’T HIDE THE MADNESS is particularly timely. Interest in both authors’ work is on the rise. Many consider these legendary icons’ perspectives to particularly prophetic. High Praise for DON’T HIDE THE MADNESS “This oral trove is a compendium of trenchant, ordinary and magical gnosis . . . A tangible, tender, and totally engaging tour de force, and balm for the dystopia time we’re caught in.” —Anne Waldman, poet, feminist, and activist “A beautiful book where you are pleasantly sitting with two originators of Beat-ism.” —Gus Van Sant, film director “A penetrating riff on the starry dynamo of America.” —Dr. Peter Weller, actor, scholar “Beatific banter … energy of intellect, eros and rapacious vision.” —Thurston Moore, musician “Must-have resource for beat aficionados . . . thoroughly in tune, with two legendary literary iconoclasts.” —Publishers Weekly “Devotees of these Beat Generation icons will find these conversations between longtime friends both entertaining and revealing” —Library Journal “Will make both fanboy and scholar sit up straight at attention.” —Sensitive Skin ABOUT THREE ROOMS PRESS Three Rooms Press is a fierce New York-based independent publisher inspired by dada, punk and passion. Founded in 1993, it serves as a leading independent publisher of cut-the-edge creative, including fiction, memoir, poetry translations, drama and art. In addition, Three Rooms Press produces and promotes a variety of literary and cultural events worldwide. Three Rooms Press books are distributed in the U.S. and internationally by PGW / Ingram. Michelle Roche October 17, 2018 at 11:32 am · Reply → WE BANJO 3 FROM GALWAY, IRELAND, TO PERFORM AT MARSEE AUDITORIUM ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 NASHVILLE, TN–We Banjo 3, an award-winning band from Galway, will perform at Marsee Auditorium at El Camino College Center For The Arts, 16007 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, on Saturday, October 20th at 8:00 p.m. Tickets range from $10.00 (students) to $28.00 and may be purchased by calling 800-832-2787. For more information call 310-329-5345 or visit elcamino.edu/centerforthearts/ We Banjo 3 is one of the most prolific and exciting bands to emerge from Ireland in recent years. Featuring banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, percussion and beautiful harmonies, We Banjo 3’s music is affectionately described as “Celtgrass.” The Galway-based quartet comprises two sets of brothers, Enda & Fergal Scahill and Martin & David Howley, who collectively hold over a dozen “All Ireland” titles. We Banjo 3 released their fourth studio recording, Haven, on July 27, 2018, as the follow up to their highly-acclaimed 2016 release, String Theory, which went to # 1 on Billboard’s World Music Chart. We Banjo 3’s unique crossover of many genres of music is beautifully reflected on Haven; the 11 original compositions take the listener an exploratory, honest and uplifting musical journey. Haven reached # 1 on Billboard’s Bluegrass Chart the week of August 13th as well as making the Top 10 on many other Billboard charts. The video for the single “Light In The Sky” premiered on CMT.com on August 30th. Haven has received rave reviews. AXS.com said, “Their blend of Celtic and bluegrass with dashes of folk-pop, and country is perfectly suited for the Americana scene. Their songs fall comfortably into The Lumineers style of earnest folk pop anthems.” Elmore Magazine said, “It’s as if Punch Brothers, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas and The Chieftains all got together for a battle of the bands but decided to pool their resources instead. The future of world music is here.” http://www.webanjo3.com Andrew Acedo November 1, 2018 at 4:25 pm · Reply → https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/docuslate-documentary-film-program-december-1st-2018/ NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) DocuSlate – Annual Documentary Film Festival 1139 South Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015 1133 S Olive Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015 Event Image: NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) DocuSlate program returns with a line-up featuring a strong focus on humanity in the face of adversity: perseverance, fighting for a cause, offering support in times of need, and building a better world in ways great and small for oneself and those around us. Join us for a day of seven documentary programs that span the globe. The day begins with shorts program Giving Care, a collection of stories about caregiving and working to improve the lives of others. We meet a pastor offering housing to immigrants recently released from detention, three siblings creating structure and support for one another during the absence of their mother, an unconventional couple trying to do right by one another, a death doula offering meaningful end of life care, and a group of women working to take the stigma out of menstruation in India. Next, feature documentary The Reluctant Radical follows climate change activist Ken Ward, an intriguing personality whose personal journey from leadership in environmental organizations to advocating for civil disobedience invites an audience to examine its own relationship with the knowledge of looming environmental disaster. The third program, Fighting Hate, pairs Oscar-Qualifying short documentary Beneath the Ink, about redemption through the covering of hateful body art, with feature documentary Man on Fire, which tells the story of a preacher who self-immolated in a small Texas town in 2014 to protest its racism. Next, Dare to Struggle, Dare to Win offers a look at a moment in the history of rampant police violence and racism in 60’s Detroit, and the radical attorney who took on the Detroit Police Department. Easing into the evening, Shorts Program Loving Life takes us into a series of personal portraits: the passing of the torch to the next generation in a long-running family-owned small business, a man seeking to take his town’s lively bus culture to the next level, a glimpse through the eyes of a pair of puppeteers at opposite ends of their careers who desire to use their vanishing art form as a voice for their people, a young man finding his passion for music in the midst of the slum he grew up in, and a charming coming out story that spans continents and generations. Next, RISE: The Story of Augustines offers a different kind of music documentary, with the lens squarely focused on the transformative individual struggles of two musicians and the determination that turned personal pain into music that connects with people all over the world. Finally, the day concludes with Joe Frank – Somewhere Out There, a look into the life, work and wide-ranging cultural impact of beloved and enigmatic audio artist and public radio figure Joe Frank. Tickets are only $10 for single film programs and $25 for all films with open bar for the ENTIRE day. Get them now before it is too late! Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/docuslate-documentary-film-program-december-1st-2018/ We’d like to submit the following event for inclusion on the Losanjealous event calendar and/or for editorial coverage: Please link to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/producers-guild-of-america-pga-2018-make-your-mark-event-tickets-50931630879 Producers Guild of America (PGA) Make Your Mark, Hosted by NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) 6:30PM – 11:00PM NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) in conjunction with the Producers Guild of America (PGA) proudly present a screening event in celebration of the Make Your Mark Weekend Shorts Competition on Saturday, November 10th at the South Park Center in Downtown LA. The event will open with a red carpet reception, screen the Top 10 short films (5 minutes each in length), and culminate with an awards show and closing with food and drinks. The mission of the Make Your Mark Weekend Shorts Competition Presented By The Producers Guild of America (PGA), is to support talented emerging producers by using the inspirational spirit of the industry’s top Producers to spark the imagination of new generations of storytellers. Entries for the program reflect themes and elements found in the work of a well-established producer’s films. This year’s 2018 Competition honors the legacy of Producer/Director SYDNEY POLLACK. Select program judges include Jon Brence (Director, Talent – Fullscreen), Bill Horberg (Producer – The Kite Runner \| Cold Mountain \| The Talented Mr. Ripley), Gary Lucchesi (Producer – Million Dollar Baby), Lori McCreary (Producer – Invictus), Hawk Koch (Producer – Hostage \| Frequency), Bruna Papandrea (Producer – Gone Girl \| Wild) and Jeanne Tripplehorn (Actor – Criminal Minds \| Big Love). Revenues raised by the competition will be used to further educational outreach for producers and emerging filmmakers through the Producers Guild Foundation. The event will be hosted by Vance Van Petten, National Executive Director of the PGA. * This screening event is not part of the outlined competition or related to the judging for the competition. Finalist filmmakers are not required to attend. Tickets are $15 for all films with open bar! Get them now before it is too late! Event info and tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/producers-guild-of-america-pga-2018-make-your-mark-event-tickets-50931630879 Veronique October 11, 2018 at 11:10 am · Reply → COME PLAY AND SUPPORT YOUR FAVOURITE ARTIST ! Montreal events Adults and children are invited to interact with three giant video projections on a wall outside Saint-Laurent metro stationand to vote for their favourite. The original creations will astound and entertain the audience as the projections come to life. 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The first screening of the evening is feature film Sometimes Our Friends Come Over (and sometimes we’re all alone), a brutally honest and startlingly timely look at the unraveling of a millennial relationship in the shadow of the Trump era, written and directed by visual and sound artist and CalArts Art/Technology MFA Daniel Watkins, who frames the film in a striking lo-fi aesthetic that places the audience in the middle of painfully realistic moments of awkwardness and confrontation. The evening continues with shorts program InFocus: American Indian, Aboriginal & Inuit Cinema, which includes some of the strongest emerging voices in Native filmmaking today, including films which premiered at Sundance, Toronto International Film Festival, Seattle International Film Festival and ImagiNative. Themes of familial struggle, exploration of identity, the meaning of home, and childhood hope and wonder run through the selection. 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OUR HOUSE is honoring This is US and Dan Fogelman, writer & creator of the hit NBC TV show, The Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund and its President Edie Lutnick, and OUR HOUSE alumni, longtime supporter and former Board Chair, Jory Goldman & her four children. OUR HOUSE’s gala fundraiser will afford them to continue to provide grief support and education for adults and children in the Los Angeles community. Special guest Patton Oswalt will share his own very personal story of grief. Dan Fogelman and This is US are receiving the Good Grief Award, for portraying the grief process with honesty, dignity and for helping normalize the grief experience by creating a world in which grief is embraced, understood and respected. “Ten years ago, my mom died unexpectedly. It’s the hinge upon which my life swings. I created This is Us to showcase looking back, looking forward, and the collective journey. I am so grateful to be recognized by OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center and couldn’t imagine a more appropriate organization with which to be involved that is helping people share their grief and find hope.” Edie Lutnick and The Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund are being awarded the H.U.G. Award for contributing to helping understand grief. “The work that OUR HOUSE has done for the past 25 years in providing the community with grief support services, education, resources, and hope in a safe and nurturing way is vitally important. I am honored and humbled to be recognized and delighted to assist in their continued success.” The Founder’s Award, named after OUR HOUSE’s founder, Jo-Ann Lautman, will be given to Jory Goldman and her children Seth, Jessie, Eli and Jonah. The award is OUR HOUSE’s highest honor and is given to individuals who have contributed significantly both in time and resources to the advancement of its mission to provide the community with grief support services, education, resources, and hope. “Jory is an integral part of the OUR HOUSE team and has been since the first day she joined a group with her children in 2003 after the sudden death of her husband. She continued her involvement with us by joining the Board of Directors more than 11 years ago and more recently as a volunteer group leader. It is not only for her sharp strategic thinking and elegant leadership, but her compassionate dedication to helping those in our community experiencing grief, that we honor Jory with this award,” said Michele Prince, CEO of OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center. The program will also recognize OUR HOUSE’s founder, Jo-Ann Lautman and the longest serving volunteers from OUR HOUSE’s signature programs serving adults and children. Under the stars at Sony Pictures Studios, The Great Stories of OUR HOUSE from the past 25 years will inspire the audience and convey the message that no one should grieve alone. The evening will also include a special presentation by Comedian Patton Oswalt, and Celebrity artwork to be auctioned with 100% of the proceeds benefitting OUR HOUSE. Celebrity supporters who have created pieces depicting their idea of a House of Hope include: Seth McFarland, Kevin Nealon, Idris Elba, Michael B. Jordan, Courtney Cox, Kaley Cuoco, Kim Bassinger, Nate Berkus, Byron Scott, Lindsey Buckingham, Reese Witherspoon, Tom Hanks, and many more. OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center’s House of Hope Gala The Great Stories of OUR HOUSE When: Saturday, October 6 at 6pm Where: Sony Pictures Studios 10202 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 What: 25 years of creating communal ties that bind by sharing grief and finding hope, OUR HOUSE honors and recognizes their longest serving program volunteers and special honorees for their good works at this gala fundraiser to continue to provide grief support and education for adults and children in the Los Angeles community. • Comedian Patton Oswalt Honorees: • Founder’s Award-Jory Goldman and her children Seth, Jessie, Eli and Jonah • Good Grief Award- Dan Fogelman, writer and creator of This is US • H.U.G. Award- Edie Lutnick, The Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund Recognizing: • OUR HOUSE Founder Jo-Ann Lautman • Lany Lippman, Adult Groups • Carol April, Board of Directors • Chrissy Zollenberg, Camp Erin Los Angeles • Ellen Simmons, Child & Adolescent Groups • Marley Sims, School-Based Groups • Juan Jimenez, Spanish Satellite Program Tickets/Info: http://www.OurHouse-Grief.org/25gala About OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center: The OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center mission is to provide the community with grief support services, education, resources, and hope. For 25 years, OUR HOUSE has helped thousands of children, teens, and adults grieving the death of someone close. Our three locations are expanded through school-based grief support groups, dozens of satellite locations, three weekend-long grief camp sessions as the Los Angeles and Orange County partners of Camp Erin, medical and professional education, and on-site grief responses for businesses and the community at large. Sharing Grief. Finding Hope. Learn more at http://www.OurHouse-Grief.org and (888) 417-1444 Andrew Acedo September 14, 2018 at 11:39 am · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Annual On Location: The Los Angeles Video Project 2018 On Location: The Los Angeles Video Project Admission: $30 (includes admission, food, drinks, and parking) Additional details and tickets available at http://www.nfmla.org/onlocation NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival – October 20th, 2018 This month, NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) features InFocus: Military Veterans and the Effects of War, showcasing films by veterans and films that explore the experience of veterans and war, alongside a celebration of Halloween with a selection of horror shorts. The evening begins with a short film selection that depicts a diverse range of experiences of military veterans from a variety of backgrounds and time periods. Beginning with a futuristic sci-fi narrative by award-winning director and former U.S. Army Captain Rebecca Murga, the program goes on to include explorations of PTSD, near death experiences, the cultural complexity faced by Japanese American WWII veterans, the true stories of a recently transitioned transgender Vietnam veteran, a woman who survived sexual assault in the military, and the struggle of immigrant veterans who face deportation following their service. The evening’s focus on veterans continues with the LA Premiere of Jenica Bergere’s Spare Room, a visually striking film about a young widow whose life becomes unexpectedly intertwined with that of the veteran she rents a room to, with a profound effect on those around them. The night concludes with shorts program Horror: Cabin Fever, a collection of short films that take place in claustrophobic conditions – both real and imagined. From birthday parties to the studios of obsessive artists to unearthly photocopy stores, and even in the woods – cabin fever captures a frenzied state of mind that transcends physical confines. Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-october-20th-2018/ Heike Binder September 5, 2018 at 12:48 pm · Reply → Dear people at Losanjealous, We’d love to see our upcoming L.A.-show on your calendar. Son of the Velvet rat at the Lovesong Bar on October 5, 9pm Allen Blake September 4, 2018 at 12:43 pm · Reply → I really like the content of your Instagram Business Page: https://www.instagram.com/xaviertherapper You have a great cadence with your posts. I’m Allen Blake, the Community Manager at liker.io, We help businesses and personal brands who want to grow on Instagram by providing an easy solution to get more followers on autopilot and increase their brand awareness. 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The evening opens with a collection of stories that explore everything from time travel to forbidden love, being caught between two words, abusive work environments and the importance of community. The evening continues with an eclectic mix of genres covering everything from whimsical experimentalism to dance, including a dark comedy about a man facing down bureaucracy, a uniquely complex drama about the loss of a child, and stories of children facing down incredible odds, whether during wartime or in an imagined post-apocalyptic future. The night culminates with a dynamic and hard-hitting collection of films that include two world premieres, a comedy starring a Brazilian soap opera actor that both is and isn’t about its own production, new work by a returning NFMLA alum, a thoughtful drama about the quest for same-sex parenthood in Spain, and a meditation on what it means to come home, all concluding with a story of parental love that transcends even the darkest moments. NFMLA and AMPAS have formed industry-wide alliances and partnerships to support this initiative. The program is full of talented filmmakers, including multiple-award-winning directors, writers and producers whose films have been programmed and awarded across Europe, South America and in the United States, including at SXSW and Sundance. The evening presents three world premieres; The Morphable Man, by Jonathan Ostos Yaber, an award-winning director who has been recognized by the Italian Animation Academy, Synopsis by Felipe Saleme and Lara Koer, which stars and is produced by Brazilian soap opera actor Gabriel Godoy, and Sra. Genovese, the newest film by NFMLA alumn Daniela Arguello, whose last film in the 2017 NFMLA program, 2500Km, was acquired by HBO and who gave a Ted Talk about her filmmaking last fall. Additionally, the event will be the Los Angeles premiere of Bailaora by Spanish Director Rubin Stein, who was names is one of the 10 Spanish Filmmakers on the Rise 2018 by Variety. Tickets are available for $5 per program advanced purchase / $7 per program at the door and $15 for all-night access passes, which provide access to all three film programs with open bar throughout the entire event. NFMLA’s Monthly Film Festivals are presented throughout the year with support from Executive Circle Sponsors FilmLA, The Coca-Cola Company and HBO, Producers Circle Sponsors SAG-AFTRA, 21st Century Fox Global Inclusion, Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA \| Golden Globes), LA County Arts Commission and LA City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA). Event info and tickets here: https://goo.gl/xT1ErD Jeanne Rice August 3, 2018 at 5:04 pm · Reply → I wanted to see if there might be a possibility you would be able to post about our upcoming free music event, Happy Sundays Music Festival in Long Beach and/or have interest in covering it? Below is a little bit of information about the event as well as a few links of other articles that have been written. I have also attached some of our artwork. Happy Sundays is a festival founded in 2017 by Scott Montoya, former drummer of the band The Growlers, and his wife Julia, singer of The Coathangers, who have a philanthropic heart. Scott & Julia are also founders of the non profit organization studiosforschools.org. It is exactly as it sounds and raises funds to put studio’s into schools to help further music careers and goals in students. Last year the event took place in 3 venues. This year The Montoyas enlisted the help of Entertainment Producer and founder of Indie Ignited Jeanne Rice and together they curated an exciting line up and branched the festival to triple the size of it’s last run. The event Happy Sundays will take place in 8 locations in the Zaferia district of Long Beach. The Long Beach Trolley will be used to shuttle guests between the 8 venues which will hold a host of talent from several genre’s of indie music, to DJ’s, comedy, and some heart felt story telling acoustic sets that will give you a glimpse into the purpose behind every song written. The special story telling sets and comedy, which includes great comedians featured on Netflix such as Vince Royale and Nick Thune, will be in the Long Beach Playhouse. The Long Beach Playhouse is a local theater and this venue will offer festival goers a chance to get off their feet, enjoy a Golden Road beer, or free water courtesy of eco-friendly boxed water. Boxed water will generously be supplying free waters in all venues. Also in the Playhouse lobby will be a special photo curation of the work of photographer Emery Becker. Emery Becker was a 25 year old talented photographer well known in the music community when in March of 2017 he was killed on his motorcycle by two drivers, one a hit and run to be immediately followed by a drunk driver. This years festival features great indie acts like Jake Snider of Minus The Bear who has just announced his last final tour of Minus The Bear and will be joining us for a stripped down acoustic performance as well as up and coming Manchester England artist Leo James Conroy, Caught A Ghost, Spendtime Palace, The Shrine, and Death Valley Girls across our many stages which include hosts The OC Weekly and Indie Ignited, an indie music showcase of it’s own. Happy Sundays is a not for profit event. Golden Road Brewery proceeds will be given to the Montoya non profit http://www.studiosforschools.org. This event is really geared towards great causes and in growing the community, and in giving back. This will be held in a very SXSW/ Echo Park Rising music showcase type of forum. The event is perfectly situated in Long Beach. Not just because this is the Montoya’s home but it is central to Orange County and Los Angeles so it is an easy place to get to for many. Long Beach holds a lot of music history and we want to create music history in this event. Another perk festival goers will see is the Muncheez food truck, which with the download of an app some festival attendee’s will be able to get free food! All this takes place in Long Beach’s Zaferia district. Happy Sundays intent really is on keeping everyone happy. The musicians, the community, the attendee’s and those who are coming in to help be a part of it’s growth. Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/591460364570047/ jeanne rice Indie Ignited / Vestal Village / Happy Sundays… http://www.jeannerice.com 714-206-5224 m :: 323-963-3683 m jeanne.e.rice@gmail.com IG: @jeanne rice_007 @indieignited http://buzzbands.la/2018/07/21/happy-sundays-festival-in-long-beach-jake-snider-minus-the-bear-the-shrine-death-valley-girls-and-more/ https://www.ocweekly.com/happy-sundays-returns-to-long-beach-aug-26/ https://girlundergroundmusic.com/2018/07/20/happy-sundays-finding-sanity-in-music-and-uniting-the-community/ Adult Swim Festival Oct. 6-7 at ROW DTLA July 31, 2018 at 4:40 pm · Reply → Adult Swim Festival Oct. 6-7 at ROW DTLA 777 Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90021 Adult Swim has announced 12 new musical headliners will be joining hip-hop powerhouse Run The Jewels for the first annual Adult Swim Festival in Downtown Los Angeles, October 6-7th. With additional talent announcements and surprises yet to come, this event is a must-do for fans of top and emerging artists in entertainment. Combining the best of music, comedy, gaming and great food, Adult Swim fans will spend the weekend immersed in a one-of-a-kind cultural festival happening between two massive stages. New artists joining the weekend line-up of live music and comedy acts include: Mastodon, Neko Case, Flying Lotus, T-PAIN, Power Trip, Clams Casino, Chaos Chaos, Jon from ‘Delocated,’ DJ Douggpound, Open Mike Eagle, and more. Additional Preview Night, Single Day and Weekend Passes are on sale now at AdultSwimFestival.com. Payment plans are also available, so fans can buy now and pay the rest later. Ticket Link: bit.ly/2ADrKGv XavierTheRapper July 22, 2018 at 9:56 pm · Reply → XavierTheRapper is an artist from Washington D.C now residing in Park City Utah. Xavier is Utah’s next emerging mainstream artist with big-ups from the industry’s most notable talents. 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The themes in this program span the collision of worlds and cultures, the evolution of family dynamics, and the powerful bond between humans and the natural world. Second in the night is Lonely Hearts Club, the feature directorial debut of award-winning director and NFMLA alumni Jason O. Silva. Three lives converge in this exploration of love and loss during a long flight layover in Los Angeles, starring Camille Guaty (Daytime Divas, Scorpion, Las Vegas) The evening concludes with a shorts program offering a selection of surreal and comedic films that bring their own takes to topics including heartbreak, xenophobia and superstition, challenging us to look at them with fresh eyes. Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-august-25th-2018/ Holly July 16, 2018 at 3:39 pm · Reply → PLAZA SUITE by Neil Simon Directed by James Rice A story about Suite 719 at the infamous New York City Plaza Hotel and the people who inhabit it: a not-so-blissfully married couple, a movie producer and his old flame, and a nervous bride and family. Opening Night: Friday August 3, 2018 at 8:00 p.m. ($23 First Look/$15 25-and-under with code “Hipster”) Regular Performance Times and Prices: Fridays and Saturdays, at 8:00pm. ($27 regular/$25 seniors/$15 25-and-under with code “Hipster”) Sundays August 26 (talkback session) and September 2 at 2:00pm. ($27 regular/$25 seniors/$15 25-and-under with code “Hipster”) Little Fish Theatre San Pedro’s Arts District 777 S. 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A delicious Dance party treat for your Mind, Body and your Soul. Vibrant dance floor, Disco balls aplenty. Gender Bending Performers, unexpected guests, unforgotten Dancefloor gems, uplifting House and fresh Disco cuts by LA’s best and International Dj’s Wednesdays at The Globe Theatre, WUNDERGROUND…Where Disco lives ! Hosted By The Boulet Brothers Featuring: Vander Von Odd, Maebeagirl, Izzyashe & Ti To Mateo Segade Your Muther NO COVER, EVERY ONE IS WELCOME -21+ Happy Hour 9-11 Let’s Celebrate ! Gemini B Days : Complimentary Bottle of Bubbles for a party of 5 minimum with RSVP: wunderground@globetheatre-la.com Andrew Acedo May 25, 2018 at 11:25 am · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival – June 23rd, 2018 Hi NAME! NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) spotlights LGBTQ+ cinema and also highlights post production in partnership with the Los Angeles Post Production Group. The night begins with the InFocus: LGBTQ+ shorts program, which features both narrative and nonfiction stories of struggle, triumph and personal relationships. Next up is a shorts program of films that each exemplify strong elements of post production, in celebration of the Los Angeles Post Production Group’s tenth anniversary. From sound and music to editing, VFX and stop-motion animation post-production, the program represents a wide range of skills that make films come alive once shooting wraps. Concluding the night is the feature film Alaska’s A Drag, the story of a drag performer in small-town Alaska who must survive his surroundings and find a way to follow his dreams, created from a short film made in AFI’s Directing Workshop for Women. Tickets are only $5 for Single Film Programs and $15 for all films with open bar! Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-june-23rd-2018/ Dave Thompson May 22, 2018 at 4:57 pm · Reply → OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center Offers Free Weekend Grief Camp Experience for Children Ages 6-17, June 8-10 and August 17-19 Los Angeles (May 22, 2018) – OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center is hosting Camp Erin® LA June 8-10 and August 17-19 at the scenic Camp Bloomfield in Malibu. Camp Erin LA is a weekend-long camp experience for children and teens ages 6 to 17 who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or guardian in the past 3 years. Camp is free of charge for all children and combines traditional camp activities with grief support, education, and remembrance projects. Typical fun and engaging camp favorites such as rock climbing, swimming, arts and crafts, and campfires are interspersed with projects and experiences used to facilitate expression of feelings, memorialize their loved one who died, and promote healing. Trauma Informed Yoga will be offered Sunday morning. When campers arrive on Friday, they are greeted with open arms by the dozens of grief specialists and trained volunteers who guide the campers through a series of bonding and grief-related exercises, as well as fun high-energy physical activities. They begin their camp journey with an intimate Friday evening ceremony where each camper shares their name, the name of their loved one who died, and places a photo of that person on a “memory board.” Saturday evening’s Luminary Ceremony is equally powerful and another opportunity to come together to say goodbye to their loved one by writing a message or drawing on a lantern that’s lit and set adrift across the pool. OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center recognizes every person’s grief is unique in duration and intensity, and that commonalities of experience strengthen the value of a grief support group in helping the healing process. “By offering Camp Erin LA, OUR HOUSE puts a support system into place, offering a safe space to talk and providing the tools to cope with their grief,” said Michele Prince, Executive Director of OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center. “Camp might be the only opportunity they have to work on their grief with other kids.” Camp Erin is an initiative created and funded by The Moyer Foundation in Seattle, WA, a non-profit organization established by Major League All-Star pitcher Jamie Moyer and his wife, Karen. Camp Erin is named in memory of Erin Metcalf, a friend of the Moyers who lost her battle to cancer at age 17. Camp Erin LA was featured in an Emmy award-winning HBO documentary “One Last Hug: Three Days at Grief Camp,” which was produced in association with The Moyer Foundation and OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center. For more information about Camp Erin LA, please http://www.ourhouse-grief.org/camp-erin-la-oc/ About OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center is one of the nation’s most respected organizations for grief support and education. For 24 years, OUR HOUSE has helped thousands of grieving children, teens, and adults as they embark on their journeys to hope and healing following the death of someone close. The safe, warm, and nurturing environment of their Los Angeles centers offer support groups specific to age and relationship. OUR HOUSE is a leading provider of grief education, offering workshops, seminars, and in-service training to mental health and medical professionals, clergy, educators, and other members of the community who interact with bereaved families. The OUR HOUSE grief education program is part of the curricula for students at USC’s Keck and UCLA’s David Geffen Schools of Medicine. With offices in West Los Angeles, Woodland Hills and Mid-City, OUR HOUSE offers bereavement support groups for adults and children in English and Spanish. To learn more, please visit http://www.ourhouse-grief.org. About The Moyer Foundation The Moyer Foundation is a public, 501(c)(3) non‐profit organization with a mission to provide comfort, hope and healing to children and families affected by grief and addiction. Founded in 2000 by former MLB pitcher Jamie Moyer and child advocate Karen Phelps Moyer, The Moyer Foundation supports thousands of children and families each year through its free signature programs and services. Camp Erin® is the largest national bereavement program for children and teens grieving the death of someone significant in their lives and Camp Mariposa® is a national addiction prevention and mentoring program for youth impacted by a family member’s substance use disorder. The Moyer Foundation Resource Center extends The Foundation’s continuum of care by providing a curated set of online resources with personalized phone and email support for families experiencing grief, addiction and other related issues. For more information, please visit moyerfoundation.org. Lori De Waal Lori.DeWaal@DeWaalPR.com Kristin Holloway LoriAssistant@DeWaalPR.com MarcoDab May 18, 2018 at 11:09 am · Reply → Here will be long texts about new website Jessica May 13, 2018 at 2:19 pm · Reply → Venice Family Clinic presents its iconic 39th Art Walk & Auctions on May 20th from 12-6 p.m. at Google’s Venice Headquarters (340 Main Street, Venice, CA) Calling all art lovers! Venice Family Clinic presents its iconic 39th Art Walk & Auctions to support Venice Family Clinic’s mission to provide quality health care to people in need. This year’s event honors three world-renowned Venice-based artists: signature artist Alexis Smith along with honorees Sam Durant and Ed Moses, posthumously. Taking place on Sunday, May 20, from noon to 6 p.m. at Google’s Venice Headquarters (340 Main Street, Venice, CA), Venice Art Walk is the largest public event held by the tech giant. Guests can enjoy free access to the city’s internationally-renowned art scene and all winning bids in the silent auction raise vital funds to support Venice Family Clinic patients’ health care needs. The fundraiser features exhibitions, studio tours and a silent auction along with engaging community activations from live art exhibits curated by artist Bert Rodriguez to guided art workshops, live music and craft beer & wine garden, dog daycare and bike valet. For a $50 donation, guests enjoy special access to dozens of artists’ studios, a centerpiece of the event since its inception, showcasing Venice’s ever-changing artist community. This year’s auction will include the works of 250 artists including such luminaries as John Baldessari, Ed Ruscha and Alison Saar as well as LA’s emerging talent, with the goal of exceeding the $800,000 raised last year and supporting the Clinic’s mission. http://www.venicefamilyclinic.org Aaron Shadrow May 10, 2018 at 2:37 pm · Reply → Internet Fashion Records here, supporting new avant-pop band Jubilo Drive. Here is a link to their newest single, “Off Satellites,” which fuses early krautrock influence with modern psychedelic rock. Frontman Jordan Kleinman penned the song’s lyrics while navigating through a handful of misguided romantic relationships. It’s a tribute to individuals he felt genuine connections with but was unable to pursue due to pre-existing relationships, professional boundaries, and friendships. The group formed at Chapman University down in Orange County a few years ago, but — after a long hiatus — started a new chapter here in Los Angeles with a retooled lineup and fresh sound for 2018. Jubilo Drive opened for Fishbone earlier this week, and will share the stage with Summer Twins at Civic Center Studios in downtown LA on Friday (May 11). With a handful of singles ready to release and more shows in the works, it figures to be a busy summer for Jubilo Drive. Let us know if you guys dig it! Spaulding May 4, 2018 at 4:26 pm · Reply → Shop handmade and independent goods from 150+ local makers, crafters, designers + food artisans alongside DIY craft workshops, food trucks and music at Patchwork Show in Santa Ana and Long Beach. FREE to attend and family + dog friendly. SPRING 2018 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SHOWS: May 27, 2018 – Downtown – 4th St. @ Spurgeon St. June 10, 2018 – Marine Stadium – Appian Way @ Bayshore Ave. All shows are FREE to attend and 11-5pm https://dearhandmadelife.com/patchwork-show/ Kymber May 3, 2018 at 2:00 pm · Reply → The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund is pleased to announce the 4th Annual RIDE FOR RONNIE Motorcycle Ride and Concert, taking place on Sunday, May 6, 2018. The Ride from Harley-Davidson of Glendale to Los Encinos Park in Encino will raise awareness and funds for cancer prevention and research for a cure. The afternoon concert in the park will be once again hosted by radio and television personality Eddie Trunk and will feature live music from the various artists listed below. Last year's Ride raised over $40,000 for the Dio Cancer Fund (www.diocancerfund.org). opheliass11 April 25, 2018 at 9:39 pm · Reply → http://neva.blogs.telrock.org Ayal Vishnitzer April 29, 2018 at 11:07 pm · Reply → SPIRAL PITCH at TRIP SANTA MONICA Spiral Pitch, L.A. based trio, will perform at Trip Santa Monica on Monday, April 30th. Original tunes and arrangements, Funk&Fusion&Jazz with lot’s of groove and vibe. Shows start from 8pm, the band go on 10-11pm, no cover. Ayal Vishnitzer – Guitar David Hilton – Bass Ivan Elizondo – Drums 2101 Lincoln Blvd. Santa Monica CA Music link: https://spiralpitch.bandcamp.com/album/blending-signals Independent Music Media April 25, 2018 at 2:10 pm · Reply → AN EVENING WITH JULES SHEAR AT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM ® PRESENTED BY AMERICAN EXPRESS WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2018 AT 8 P.M. JULES SHEAR ONE MORE CROOKED DANCE OUT NOW ON FUNZALO RECORDS The GRAMMY Museum ® will welcome singer/songwriter Jules Shear to the Clive Davis Theater for an intimate performance and conversation, hosted by music journalist Roy Trakin on May 23. Tickets available here: https://29105.blackbaudhosting.com/29105/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=67d06eab-6938-4dc1-8b47-1e00d3c6702e With four decades in the music business under his belt, Shear started his career with the Funky Kings, moved on to Jules and the Polar Bears and then an impressive solo career, he’s penned hits like Cyndi Lauper’s “All Through the Night,” The Bangles “If She Knew What She Wants” and his own “Steady,” a co-write with Lauper. Not to mention catalog mainstays such as Tommy Conwell and the Young Rumblers’ “If We Never Meet Again,” Til Tuesday’s “(I Believed You Were] Lucky” and Alison Moyer’s Top 20 U.K. hit, “Whispering Your Name.” He was also the host and co-creator of the influential MTV Unplugged series. In November 2017, Shear released his 13th studio album, One More Crooked Dance on Funzalo Record. With just piano, vocals and the occasional harmonica interspersed, the 13 personal songs on One More Crooked Dance are beautifully emotional. The spare instrumentation, the effortless harmonies and Shear’s world-weary vocals give the record a gravitas deserving of his 40-plus years in the music business. In his long and varied career, Shear has never put out an album without guitar, bass and drums, so this is certainly a first, but when he’s asked about his method, he shrugs, “It was something we tried, and it seemed to be working out well,” he said about the stark, minimalist approach. “So, we just kept going.” The plainspoken approach takes on the challenge of maintaining passion in the songs and it pays off, Shear examines relationships in “Rules of the Game,” hits hard about the things we do to self-medicate ourselves in “Painkiller,” examines the war of the sexes in “The Hunter and the Hunted,” brings a one-two punch of the exquisite harmonies in “When It’s Right” and interweaves harp and piano throughout “Wrong Again,” to name only a few. http://www.julesshearshow.com http://www.funzalorecords.com Press Contact: Dana Gordon at Independent Music Media at HiDanaGirl@aol.com Juan Rey April 22, 2018 at 6:32 pm · Reply → De Mares y Desiertos: https://open.spotify.com/album/4jZRrtzPwIOmYSVYn8YAJe Juan Rey y Los Alienados https://open.spotify.com/album/2N99bbvT3m5X5N3maiKTTe Tripulaciones de Diversos Colores: https://open.spotify.com/album/4JPpnZxhSLiPDUp8tvH42v Never Forgot: https://open.spotify.com/album/4CKuZx1hvN3h5YBStB50zS Juan Rey: https://open.spotify.com/album/5qBXy34xvMlQY7xs22nOz9 Egiptyan: https://open.spotify.com/album/1bNNP4wBMoZwdIbGH2ZU0i Found My Guns: https://open.spotify.com/album/5tdwjFrYwRjQwSnVFSygyk I Remember Very Well (Rare) https://open.spotify.com/album/7FAX2BTt4Yp2HJeQzAoncT Such a Hard Time: https://open.spotify.com/album/2QFfY30yHeyCDB0Cx62EUi Press/Kit: http://www.musicsubmit.com/JuanRey https://www.reverbnation.com/rpk/juanmanuelrey SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-689236275 Spotofy:https://open.spotify.com/artist/3eT3zztnvy7rIZHhwsyePx IYoutube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Juanmanuelrey2000/featured URL de la imagen: http://es.tinypic.com/view.php?pic=4qpjmc&s=9#.WocGj6iWbIU Press: https://www.artistpr.com/press-release/juan-manuel-rey-has-mastered-of-one-of-the-most-entertaining-and-nuanced-styles-of-pop-entertainment-weve-come-across-in-recent-years/ Website: http://juanrey2000.wixsite.com/juan-manuel-rey Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juamarey Twitter address: https://twitter.com/juanreyrock octa April 17, 2018 at 1:53 pm · Reply → Niki J Crawford Live at Harvelle’s Santa Monica 4/27/2018 Soul / Funk / Rock / R&B Watch: https://goo.gl/ciw792 Shows: https://goo.gl/rP4HCL Listen: https://goo.gl/RMexVz Subscribe: https://goo.gl/DjGGnQ Website: http://www.nikijcrawford.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nikijcrawfordmusic Twitter: http://twitter.com/nikijcrawford instagram: http://instagram.com/nikijcrawford Michelle Roshanzamir April 17, 2018 at 12:53 pm · Reply → Join us this summer for our productions of The Merry Wives of Windsor and The Winter’s Tale! THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR is a rollicking romantic comedy which tells of Falstaff’s folly: courting two married women at the same time. It’s mischief and mayhem galore. A legend in his own mind, ne’er-do-well Sir John Falstaff, believes he has found the cure for all his financial problems. He’ll seduce two of the wealthiest ladies in town and relieve them of their virtue along with their change purses. But the two smart and sassy Real Housewives of Windsor are on to Sir John and they tease and humiliate him at every turn. Add in a jealous husband, a pair of hapless suitors, two hot-headed rivals, and a young couple in love and this merry farce careens to a happy ending with all involved, including the tormented Sir John, agreeing to “laugh this sport o’er by a country fire.” THE WINTER’S TALE is the story of Leontes, a King who banishes his family wrongfully, and is taught the meaning of forgiveness through the inspired plan of a wise, loyal woman. In an instant, King Leontes loses all that he holds dear. His wife, his son, and his best friend are ripped from him by his wild and baseless jealousy. His new born daughter is banished, taken to be abandoned far from court; not expected to survive. His wife seemingly dies of a broken heart, his son dies from sadness over his mother’s fate, and his best friend barely escapes with his life after nearly being poisoned. Too late, Leontes realizes how wrong he was. But is it too late for a miracle or two? Maybe love, once thought lost, can be ultimately found. For audiences seeking quality, family entertainment, Shakespeare by the Sea’s free performances can’t be beat. Pack a picnic, a blanket and beach chair, gather loved ones, and settle in under the stars for a night of classic entertainment. The tales are timeless, the admission ticketless, and the experience priceless. Performances: June 14-August 18, 2018 (donations gratefully accepted) http://www.shakespearebythesea.org/wp/ We’re touring to over 20 venues this summer, so check our website for complete schedule of locations and show times — we may be coming to a park near you! http://www.shakespearebythesea.org/wp/locations/ NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival - May 19th, 2018 April 17, 2018 at 10:41 am · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) spotlights Asian cinema with a selection of short films from Asian filmmakers, along with a selection of local and international independent films. The night begins with InFocus: Asian Cinema, a collection of short films made by Asian filmmakers from all over the world, many of whom are now based in Los Angeles, covering stories of identity, cultural assimilation, family and tradition. Second in the evening is the world premiere of feature film Captain Hagen’s Bed & Breakfast, a wild, quirky and at times quite insightful relationship comedy about four couples who all find themselves at a bizarre bed & breakfast over a long weekend. The night concludes with a narrative shorts program about connections made and experiences shared between friends and strangers alike. Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-may-19th-2018/ Best of NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Awards 2018 April 16, 2018 at 11:01 am · Reply → Join NFMLA as we celebrate the Best of NFMLA Awards show. A spectacular night recognizing the best talent in independent cinema from around the globe. On Saturday, May 12th, 2018, NFMLA and its Board of Directors invite you to join us as we honor the ‘Best of NFMLA’ nominees from our 11th film festival edition. The evening will honor 115 films, writers and performers, nominated in 15 Award categories including new media, animation, documentary and narrative. The nominees are largely comprised of films from the NFMLA diversity initiative, InFocus. The event will feature special guests and performers, a gallery exhibit and food by LA’s legendary Pink’s Hot Dogs, and drinks by Karl Strauss and Tito’s. Please join as we celebrate Tomorrow’s filmmakers, today. Advance tickets until April 27 $50 VIP purchase (includes admission, food, drinks and parking) $25 General Admission Advance More information and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/best-of-awards/ Sellassie Blackwell April 9, 2018 at 6:32 pm · Reply → TheRapContest.com $1000 Prize; Original Rap Contest!! NO BITING!!!! Ticket link: http://therapcontest.bpt.me The Rap Contest is one of the most exciting live hip-hop shows in the country! The Rap Contest is a single elimination contest, where 32 contestants compete for a cash prize of $1000! Performing (1) minute and (30) thirty seconds each round, with a total of 5 rounds. The winner who eliminates 5 opponents after five rounds, wins the $1000 cash prize live on stage!! The Rap Contest is judged by a panel of (3) three music industry professionals. Ranging from radio personalities, A rappers Rapper, print, media and social media personalities to a local hometown favorite! The Rap Contest promotes, markets and exposes new rappers to new audiences city to city and state to state! Where the most lyrical, creative, progressives raps come to life on stage from some of the coolest artists that you just haven’t heard about yet! The Rap Contest is fast paced, exciting, entertaining and most of all FUN!!! All genres of rap music are accepted…. EXCEPT (Negative, Violent or Gang Banging rap) PERIOD!! Sellassie & The Rap Contest have produced The Rap Contest in; Washington DC, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hartford, Atlanta, Orlando, Houston, Providence, Los Angeles, Seattle, San Francisco, Berkeley, Austin, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Riverside, Carlsbad, San Bernardino, Santa Ana, Anaheim, Sebastopol and Las Vegas! With new dates and cities everyday! The Rap Contest has given away over $93,000 in cash prizes to our fellow independent hip-hop community to date. The Rap Contest is $7,000 away from our grand prize total of $100,000 paid to the winners! The Rap Contest has had 119 winners since November 10th 2010, over 2,500 artists have graced our stages, in over 20 cities and 10 different states! Sellassie, is the world’s first higherground hip-hop artist; he is a social justice activist, entrepreneur, event producer and political hip-hop pioneer. Sellassie carved his niche as a leading progressive hip-hop voice in the San Francisco Bay Area hip-hop scene from 2006 to 2014. Sellassie is well respected in the business from mainstream to underground hip-hop; and is a force to be reckoned with as an independent producer of live hip-hop shows. Focusing on bringing independent artists together, to listen to each others music and support one another’s movements! His popular saying to independent artists,” WE ALL WE GOT.” https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frisco_Five http://pandora.com/Sellassie Sign Up TODAY!! If you have originally, stage presence and most importantly lyrical RAPS; The Rap Contest is a great place for your fans, family and friends to come see you perform LIVE on stage! FLOCK March 27, 2018 at 4:15 pm · Reply → —FLOCK – Debut Release EASTER SUNDAY— To Celebrate they will be playing a Pre-Release show this Friday (3/30) at Saint Rocke in Hermosa Beach, CA! All Social Media: @FLOCKtheband “Begin Again” Available everywhere April 1st, Easter Sunday. Defining their sound as “Indie/Pop with a Touch of Twang” the Four Texans that lead FLOCK have adapted into the Los Angeles ways! With the logo tattooed onto the front man, Blake Byrd’s forearm and temporary versions handed out at every show, the Community that is FLOCK forms wherever they go. Their “Texas Raised, LA Braised” sound includes lots of group vocals that get you singing, Dancy Pop Vibes that get you moving, and some good ole Southern Rock-n-Roll that keeps you Rocking. With their Debut Release “Begin Again” featuring over 50 artists, the community is heard even in the music! NewFilmmakers Los Angeles Women Directors & Narratives Film Festival - March 24th, 2018 March 22, 2018 at 3:28 pm · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival – April 28th, 2018 NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) celebrates Britweek with independent cinema on April 28th with a selection of UK and local films. The night begins with UK feature film Let Me Go by Polly Steele, an intergenerational story about the unraveling of a family secret and its emotional impact on three mothers and three daughters. Second is InFocus: Britweek, a collection of short films from by UK filmmakers that include stories of love, family strife, foreboding and the search for human connection. The night concludes with a narrative shorts program highlighting local Los Angeles talent and prominently features themes of finding, losing and letting go. Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-april-28th-2018/ Natalie Cressman March 4, 2018 at 7:35 pm · Reply → “BRASILIENSE” TO TOUR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA IN MARCH, BRINGING MUSIC RICH IN THE MUSICAL TRADITIONS OF BRAZIL, AMERICAN JAZZ, AND BEYOND Featuring: Natalie Cressman of the Trey Anastasio Band (trombone & vocals) Rebecca Kleinmann (flute & vocals) Ian Faquini (guitar & vocals) Julien Cantelm (drums, guitar & vocals) Performance details: 17 MARCH 2018/ Brasiliense Dizzy’s / 8:00pm / $15 cover 1717 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110 The Mint / 9:30pm / $10 adv/$12 day of show 6010 Pico Blvd W, Los Angeles, CA 90035 Brasiliense is a musical collective of multi-instrumentalists with a shared passion for the rich musical traditions of Brazil. The music is a culmination of various forms of Brazilian music fused with jazz and other American styles, largely expressed through the distinct compositional voice of the group’s guitarist, Brazilian born Ian Faquini. As described by writer Andy Gilbert in SF Classical Voice, “Faquini writes astonishingly sophisticated Brazilian pop music in the omnivorous tradition known as MPB (música popular brasileira), which often draws heavily on jazz. Born in Brazil and raised in Berkeley, Faquini is a protégé of Guinga, the revered Brazilian guitarist and songwriter whose tunes have been recorded by dozens of MPB stars…While his harmonic palette is unmistakably inspired by Guinga’s writing, Faquini often draws on styles from Brazil’s northeast.” Though he’s the only Brazilian musician in his band, Faquini has connected with American artists steeped in an array of Brazilian styles. Besides Faquini, the quartet features a particularly impressive array of talent: NYC-based, San Francisco-raised trombonist/vocalist Natalie Cressman of the Trey Anastasio Band, Oakland-based flutist/vocalist Rebecca Kleinmann, and San Diego-based drummer/guitarist Julien Cantelm. “With the two and three-part vocal harmonies hugging the Brazilian-accented Portuguese and warm voicings for alto flute and trombone, Brasiliense feels like a much bigger ensemble.” (Gilbert, SF Classical Voice) NewFilmmakers Los Angeles Women Directors & Narratives Film Festival - March 24th, 2018 March 2, 2018 at 4:27 pm · Reply → Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) in celebrating independent cinema and in spotlighting female filmmakers and stories on March 24th, offering a diverse set of voices and storytelling styles. The night’s first program will be InFocus: Female Cinema, a collection of short films from female directors and writers that include stories of mortality, motherhood, break-ups, career struggles and whether we fulfil our own childhood expectations for ourselves. Second in the night will be the west coast premier of feature film Wonder Valley, a psychedelic psychological thriller with a horror tinge centered on four young women on a trip to the desert directed by Heidi Hartwig and written by Rhianon Jones. The finale of the evening will be a narrative shorts program that spotlights the work of members of the women directors association Film Fatales across a variety of genres, including drama, dark comedy, experimental and surrealist. Lori DeWaal February 21, 2018 at 2:01 pm · Reply → “Lost in a Dream,” the theme song for Vietnamese actress, singer and philanthropist Ha Phuong’s new feature film, Finding Julia, takes center stage in a karaoke-style competition. Professional and amateur singers alike are invited to record themselves singing “Lost in a Dream,” which can be found at http://www.findingjulia.net for a chance to win a $20,000 prize. Performers are asked to edit their performance into a creative video, and send it to findingjulia2017@gmail.com. The deadline for entries is March 15th, 2018. Five finalists will be selected to present a live in Manhattan on April 15th, 2018 where the judges will select the winner. The singer with the overall best live performance, creativity and vocals will receive a prize of $20,000. Along with this prize, the winner’s live taped performance and background information will be sent to numerous talent managers for possible interest in helping to further their career ambitions. Additionally, the finalist with the most unique live performance will receive a $5,000 prize. All entrants are required to give permission for their videos to be featured on YouTube, Facebook, the program’s website, and elsewhere at the judges’ discretion. Entrees will be based on voice quality, originality, entertainment and production values. Ha Phuong is sponsoring this contest to give aspiring singers a platform and to promote her new film and book, Finding Julia. She is a renowned superstar singer and actress in her native Vietnam, where she has many best-selling albums and popular videos. She is now an established New Yorker actively engaged in building her U.S. career. In addition to Ha Phuong judges include famed voice coach and performer Alissa Grimaldi; veteran composer/ producer Milosz Jeziorski; Jay Messina, who’s worked on albums with Eddie Palmieri, Aerosmith, KISS, Miles Davis, John Lennon, Peter Frampton, Patti Smith, Cheap Trick; and record producer Jack Douglas who helped guide the careers of John Lennon, Aerosmith, Blue Öyster Cult, the New York Dolls and Cheap Trick. All proceeds from Finding Julia film, book and music go directly to the Ha Phuong Foundation, which helps young people enter the fields of music and entertainment. Along with programs in Los Angeles and Vietnam, she also sponsors the Ha Phuong Young Female Filmmakers Initiative, an educational and financial support program for aspiring women filmmakers from high school graduation through graduate studies and beyond. This program is administered by the nonprofit New York Women in Film and Television. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCt5KVc8awY http://www.findingjulia.net http://www.haphuongworld.com Dave Thompson February 21, 2018 at 10:55 am · Reply → “Lost in a Dream” Karaoke Competition Promises $20,000 Prize! Contact: Lori De Waal NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival - February 24th, 2018 February 15, 2018 at 3:32 pm · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival – February 24th, 2018 Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) in celebrating independent cinema and Black History Month on February 24th. The night’s first program will be an assortment of short films that include tales of dealing with loss, a superhero with one unique power, a biopic of a late German filmmaker, and the premiere of Kyle Bornheimer’s short comedy, The Talk, which grapples with the question of when to give up on one’s dreams. Second in the night will be a presentation of feature film Good After Bad by director Anne-Marie Hess, the story of a troubled young girl who crosses paths with an eccentric bachelor, starring Maddie Hasson and Billy Burke. The finale of the evening will be InFocus: Black Cinema, a program which will spotlight five short films that include a vignette of Nina Simone, the story of a young woman in Senegal finding her voice through rapping, a community coming together to protect itself from police brutality, and the story of an overly confident understudy starring comedian and SNL writer Gary Richardson. Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-february-24th-2018/ Our House Grief Support Center Hosts 9th Annual Run For Hope, April 29 Celebrating The Grieving Community And The Power Of Uniting Hands With Paws OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center, one of the most respected non-profit grief centers in the nation, will host its ninth annual Run for Hope 5K Festival on Sunday, April 29 at the West Los Angeles Civic Center & Bandshell. The Run for Hope is the only event of its kind in the nation- a day dedicated to celebrating and honoring the memory of loved ones who have died. Every year, the Run focuses on community engagement, and bringing people together to support each other in memory of their loved ones. Deeply rooted in the community are the Presenting Sponsors – The Hollander Family and Karma Rescue– who will honor this commitment by showcasing the power of unity by uniting hands with paws. “We are proud to help unite the community in the memory of their loved ones,” said Michele Prince, Executive Director, OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center, “The Run for Hope is our largest event of the year with an expected 1,700 attendees who have pledged to raise over $500,000 for essential grief support services and the collective benefit of our community.” The event will be filled with activities for those participating in the walk or stopping by to show their support. With registration, participants can personalize t-shirts with their loved ones’ photos commemorating and celebrating their memories, and on Sunday, April 29 take part in three key events: The In-Memory Ceremony, 5K, and Festival. Additionally, there will be an In-Memory Wall inviting participants to write and place the name of their special person who died amongst others also being remembered. The Presenting Sponsors – The Hollander Family, and Karma Rescue– are further exemplifying community commitment by bringing smiles to participants with a dog-kissing booth where all can receive a smooch by a pooch. Karma Rescue will also bring some of their rescue dogs, as many who are mourning the death of a loved one are often calmed and reassured by the loving companionship of a pet. Jackie Hollander says, “My vision for OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center and Karma Rescue is to have these two wonderful organizations collaborate by uniting people and animals at their most vulnerable times, helping them provide solace and support for each other.” To honor the memory of participant’s pets who have died, all will be able to memorialize them on the Zuma Memorial Wall. A variety of vendors likely in attendance include: The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, BAI Water, Yelp, New York Life, Trader Joes, YogaWorks, LA Trial Lawyers’ Charities, VI Aesthetics, Nature’s Bakery Bars, Homemade Harvey, and Di Dio’s Italian Ice. 9th Annual Run for Hope In-Memory Walk & 5K Run/Walk Sunday, April 29, 2018 7:30am-Noon OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center’s Run for Hope is a day to share grief, loss & love; providing the community with a sense of hope & connection. Where: West Los Angeles Civic Center & Bandshell 1645 Corinth Ave. LA 90025 6:30am: Check-in/Registration/Packet Pickup opens 7:30am In-Memory Walk Sponsored by The Rapaport Family An intimate ceremony for adults-only led by OUR HOUSE’s Adult Clinical Team where participants have the opportunity to share about their loved one who has died, and listen as others share their stories of grief, hope and healing. 9:00am 5K Run/Walk & Family Fun Run 10:15am: Awards Ceremony 11:00am: Raffle Draw 8:30am- Kid Zone + Festival 12:00pm: Spread the Love. Spread the Hope. #OHRun4Hope #pawsandhands #karmarescue Registration and Info: http://www.ourhouse-grief.org/runforhope/ RSVP for Press Credentials, Instructions & More Info RSVP for Press Credentials, Instructions & More Information OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center is one of the nation’s most respected organizations for grief support and education. For 25 years, OUR HOUSE has helped thousands of grieving children, teens, and adults as they embark on their journeys to hope and healing following the death of someone close. The safe, warm, and nurturing environment of their Los Angeles centers offer support groups specific to age and relationship. OUR HOUSE is a leading provider of grief education, offering workshops, seminars, and in-service training to mental health and medical professionals, clergy, educators, and other members of the community who interact with bereaved families. The OUR HOUSE grief education program is part of the curricula for students at USC’s Keck and UCLA’s David Geffen Schools of Medicine. To learn more, please visit http://www.ourhouse-grief.org or call 1.888.417.1444. About Karma Rescue: Karma Rescue is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving animals in need by finding them permanent homes and providing the resources for successful companionship. Through education, Karma Rescue instills the critical need for spay/neuter, and offers guidance to strengthen the animal-human bond. Karma Rescue’s vision is to help create a compassionate society, which provides safety, refuge, and protection for all animals. CON-TACT January 31, 2018 at 2:26 pm · Reply → NEW MUSIC FROM SOCAL!! http://sdcitybeat.com/music/notes-from-the-smoking-patio/con-tact%E2%80%99s-new-album-is-fuzzy-and-fun/ The Sword cuts Divine Life into the neck of Janus, relinquishing the Pull. Blood of the New World pours over his Eye, awash with the Truth. Blind! Injected with the Fire! Infected is the Other : Visions into The Future Light ; Revelations upon the Yellow Utopia bring the True Crusade into complete Fruition. You Know What You Are. COME CHECK US OUT!!! Bobby Parker January 25, 2018 at 5:17 pm · Reply → February Fuzz Fest at Los Globos on Thursday Feb 1st! Featuring 4 great heavy fuzzy rock bands- LA locals Salem’s Bend, Roast, The Rare Breed, and Canadian touring act The Hazytones! Hosted by Burt Records and Ripple Music, come check out some great rock music for only $10! Show starts at 8:30pm. Patrick Arenson January 10, 2018 at 11:42 am · Reply → Download the Pingwheel app at appstore.com/pingwheel Or visit us at pingwheel.com to sign up! I just wanted to reach out and tell you about my app, Pingwheel, now available for iPhone. Pingwheel is the best way to make friends in a new city. Whether you’re moving back home or traveling halfway around the world, Pingwheel helps you jumpstart your social circle, and connect to local users with common interests. Join the community bringing new friends together by the things they both love. Pingwheel instantly tells you all of your common interests with anyone, anywhere. Quickly add your interests, hobbies and and we’ll find local users who have them too. You can also use Pingwheel to: • Make friends at your new college or company • Search any city for users with a specific interest in common • Add pictures • Connect, chat and hang out Conscious Rap/Hip Hop Show, Jan 5 January 1, 2018 at 11:33 pm · Reply → Greetings from your LA local young adult, If you love good music, hip hop, and something with a positive message you won’t want to miss out on Jordan Pope’s show this Friday! He is a Bay Area & LA native who knows how to spread the good vibes. He’ll be performing songs from his latest EP releases and even some unreleased material. Location: TRiP Venue 2101 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica TRiP has good drink specials for those wanting a cheap buzz, but they specialize in carrying world class beers and a really cool collection of exclusively local wines. So if you want to get out, make some new friends, have a drink, and listen to great music come join the good vibes! Admission fee: $10 (free parking on street) Listen to Jordan Pope for free here: https://soundcloud.com/jordanpopemusic Social Media: @jordanpopemusic Andrew Acedo December 26, 2017 at 3:02 pm · Reply → Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) in celebrating independent cinema on Saturday, January 20th in DTLA! Featured in this festival is another installment of our InFocus Series entitled Anti-Ageism and Bridging the Generation Gap, showcasing 4 fantastic shorts about life, death, love and everything in between. Also screening are a couple of remarkable shorts programs that highlight 12 of the best emerging independent filmmakers from around the world. Countries featured in these programs include France, Russia, South Korea, Bulgaria, Australia, Belgium, Croatia, Israel and the United States. Talk about a diverse line-up of filmmakers and an eccentric set of narratives! This is what film is all about. https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-january-20th-2018/ David Rozasnky December 20, 2017 at 11:50 pm · Reply → PUSHING VERONICA @ THE CANYON CLUB 28912 Roadside Dr. Thursday December 21, 7:30PM http://www.PushingVeronica.com * Thomas Corsaut December 19, 2017 at 8:24 pm · Reply → Thomas Corsaut Acoustic performance at: Bar 20 on Sunset Friday January 19 2018 8462 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, CA 90069 Hannah McCauley December 19, 2017 at 12:05 pm · Reply → 2018 LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION Young Pianists to Perform at Zipper Concert Hall Los Angeles, Ca, December 18, 2017– Next February 1st – 8th, 36 pianists ages 16 – 32 will travel from all over the world to participate in the 2018 Los Angeles International Piano Competition (LAIPC). This year’s competition will be made up of four competition rounds: one prescreening round and three live rounds. The top three competitors will be awarded a combined total of $50,000, and all finalists will be awarded cash prizes. In addition, there will be a winner’s concert following the competition on February 8, 2018. This year’s judges will consist of the following renowned pianists: Daniel Pollack (USA), Robert Hamilton (USA), Sergey Schepkin (USA), Aquiles Delle Vigne (Italy/Argentina), Edward Wolanin (Poland), Alan Chow (USA), and Dmitry Rachmanov (USA/Russia). This year’s applicant turnout for the 2018 LAIPC exceeded expectations; 180 applications were received from pianists in 22 countries and 13 states. The board members and judges are looking forward to seeing the showcase of such a high level of competition. For more information, please contact Hannah McCauley at (909) 629-0015 or by email at hannah@layoungmusician.org . Natalia Gonzalez November 16, 2017 at 5:00 pm · Reply → Each year, NFMLA receives thousands of submissions. Programming selections are based not only on the merits of a project but are designed to fulfill the criteria in regard to our mission, considerations for the Best of NFMLA Awards, and to ensure that NFMLA delivers diverse and original content consistently to the standard that we have upheld for the past 10 years. We are especially affected by the overwhelming flood of incredible documentary projects of important topics & unforgettable stories that we have been unable to place due to the limited festival programming slots available. As a result NFMLA is pleased to present DocuSlate, an entire day dedicated to documentary films. Screenings start at 10:30 am and will go until the after-party begins at 11:00 pm! In between film programs, audiences can check out filmmaker Q&A’s or meet and mingle with one another in the premium South Park Center lounge over refreshments and cocktails. David Thompson November 14, 2017 at 11:08 am · Reply → OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center Hosts 9th Annual Comedy Fundraiser “Night For Hope” with Special Guest Melissa Rivers Comics Adam Ray, Vargus Mason & Little Esther Instill Laughs for OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center Programs Los Angeles– OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center’s Associate Board hosts the 9th annual Night For Hope fundraiser on November 17th at The Palace Theater in Downtown Los Angeles. Melissa Rivers, OUR HOUSE ambassador, will take the stage to dedicate a night of laughter to her mother. Since the death of her mother, comedy legend Joan Rivers, Melissa continues to make sure laughter is a part of her every day. “I am honored to be a part of an organization like OUR HOUSE, which provides a place for people to cry and laugh and remember their loved ones.” This year, the Night For Hope will feature comics Vargus Mason, Esther Povitsky, aka “Little Esther,” and Adam Ray, all introduced by MC JC Cocoli for a night full of laughs and finding hope through grief. Inspiration for the evening’s theme came from an Associate Board member who felt she might never laugh again following the death of her father. Through support from OUR HOUSE, she was able to navigate through her grief, find joy, and laugh again. OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center’s Associate Board is comprised of young professionals serving as ambassadors to the community. The Associate Board works relentlessly to spread the word about the agency’s services and volunteer opportunities, in addition to raising funds. OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center’s Night for Hope When: Friday, November 17th Where: The Palace Theater DTLA Info: http://www.ourhouse-grief.org/hopetickets/ 6:30pm: Doors Open 8:00pm: MC JC Cocoli Kicks Off the Night 8:20pm: Comedian Vargus Mason 8:35pm: Comedian Little Esther 8:50pm: OUR HOUSE presentation & appeal: OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center testimonials– Amanda, Isaiah, and Melissa Rivers. 9:30pm: Comedian Adam Ray 10:30pm: Event ends OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center is one of the nation’s most respected organizations for grief support and education. For over 24 years, OUR HOUSE has helped thousands of grieving children, teens, and adults as they embark on their journeys to hope and healing after the death of someone close. Support groups specific to age and relationship take place in the safe, warm, and nurturing environment of their centers. OUR HOUSE is a leading provider of grief education, offering workshops, seminars, and in-service training to mental health and medical professionals, clergy, educators, and other members of the community who interact with bereaved families. The OUR HOUSE grief education program is part of the curricula for students at USC’s Keck and UCLA’s David Geffen Schools of Medicine. To learn more, please visit http://www.ourhouse-grief.org or call 1.888.417.1444. Ellis David Perry November 11, 2017 at 8:58 am · Reply → Aidan Boardman of Dreamt (NY) at Silverlake Lounge 7pm 11/25 Aidan Boardman is the frontman of the band Dreamt out of New York. The band is currently in consideration for the next season of America’s Got Talent and Boardman will be in LA playing a rare one hour solo show on 11/25 at 7pm. The show is free and will feature Boardman singing Dreamt songs and original solo works on guitar. No Cover. https://www.facebook.com/events/2374892339403210/?active_tab=about Natalia Gonzalez November 9, 2017 at 11:02 am · Reply → Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) on Saturday, November 18th in celebrating independent cinema! The first program showcases 5 fantastic shorts by emerging filmmakers. from a sci-fi about memories, an NBA comeback story, to a Fugitive-esque murder mystery, this program features eccentric narratives that are sure to keep the audience on the edge of their seats. Our second program of the night is another installment of InFocus: Asian American Filmmakers – Growing Up in America. This program showcases the LA Premier of the thought-provoking feature film Knowing Nothing Cold by the talented auteur Jeff Kao. Telling the story about several teenagers coming of age in the Midwest in an avant-garde manner, Kao’s film is certain to challenge and emotionally-stimulate the viewer. Closing out the night is another shorts program that includes 7 remarkable shorts from game-changing filmmakers. These stories range from a sci-fi romance about time travel, a Blade Runner-esque muppet short, and an experimental art film that makes the audience play the role of the detective at a crime scene. Throughout the event, attendees will have opportunities to mingle with the filmmakers, industry supporters and film lovers over cocktails in the Filmmaker Lounge at the South Park Center in Downtown Los Angeles. EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/newfilmmakers-los-angeles-nfmla-film-fesitval-november-18th-2017-tickets-38308494739 Natalia Gonzalez Houserules Music October 23, 2017 at 11:31 am · Reply → Thomas Corsaut perforing an acoustic set at 8462 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 Friday November 10th 8:15PM Lindsey Spiak October 22, 2017 at 2:41 am · Reply → PATCHWORK SHOW: MODERN MAKERS FESTIVAL Shop handmade and independent goods from 150+ local makers, crafters, designers + food artisans alongside DIY craft workshops, food trucks and indie music at Patchwork Show. November 26, 2017 – Downtown – East 4th Street @ Spurgeon Street – Santa Ana, California – 11-5pm November 12, 2017 – Marine Stadium – Appian Way @ Bayshore – Long Beach, California November 4, 2017 – Jack London Square – Broadway and Water Street – Oakland, California – 11-5pm Missy Speert October 14, 2017 at 3:30 pm · Reply → MELISSA GOTTLIEB EP RELEASE PARTY Nov.4th 8PM Hotel Cafe, Hollywood. Check out Melissa’s new single “Drink” on iTunes and Spotify. http://www.melissagottlieb.com IG: melissa.gottlieb facebook.com/melissagottlieb11 youtube: Melissa Gottlieb Kymber October 13, 2017 at 3:16 pm · Reply → British singer/songwriter, Bobby Long, is returning to McCabe’s Guitar Shop on Saturday, November 4, 2017. Tickets are on sale and available here: https://www.mccabes.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=1764. Show starts at 08:00pm. You won’t want to miss out! octapepper October 5, 2017 at 12:42 pm · Reply → Niki J Crawford New release: https://nikijcrawford1.bandcamp.com/album/the-second-truth -LOVE!!! NikiJCrawford.com NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) FIlm Festival, October 7th October 5, 2017 at 11:24 am · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival – October 21st, 2017 Join NFMLA on October 21st, 2017 as the festival presents genre cinema with an edition of InFocus: European Horror, Sci-Fi & Thrillers. The festival includes short films from France, Sweden, Norway, the United Kingdom, Spain, Scandinavia, Australia, Switzerland, Canada and the United States. This powerful collection of short films demonstrate the allure of genre films and celebrates crossing boundaries in storytelling. The festival kicks off with a shorts program that perfectly primes audiences with films covering bigotry, androids, human trafficking, an insane asylum and a romantic break up. Next up in the InFocus program, watch an ambitiously produced tale of a woman’s dream to land on Mars, a fairy-tale courtship of a young woman and an enchanted raven, an account of a boy who befriends an old man who just might be an alien and the story of a woman’s job interview quickly spiraling into her own personal horror story. The festival concludes with a shorts program of indie genre cinema in America. The films combine horrifying scenes and powerful characters under pressure. The line-up is comprised of 2 equally dark stories of motherhood, a young sociopath’s coming of age, a peek into the bleak future of foster care and a story of evil spirits. This is a program of films that simultaneously portrays ugliness and beauty in astounding way. $5 advanced purchase / $7 at the door for individual film blocks $15 for all three programs with open bar For more event information and tickets, visit: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-october-21st-2017/ NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) FIlm Festival, October 7th September 22, 2017 at 3:53 pm · Reply → Saturday, October 7th, 2017 \| 7PM Sunset Las Palmas Studios \| 1040 N Las Palmas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038 Join us for the premiere event of 26 short films that highlight the very best of Los Angeles on Saturday, October 7th, 2017at the historic Sunset Las Palmas Studios movie studio lot! The evening features screenings of all 26 short films, food by LA’s legendary Pink’s Hot Dogs, drinks by Tito’s and Karl Strauss, live performances, an awards ceremony and more. The Los Angeles Video Project is a community outreach multimedia program that celebrates and enlists LA’s remarkable pool of filmmakers. By engaging these creative members of the Los Angeles community to act and serve as Ambassadors of LA, NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA), along with the support of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Community Foundation, City of Los Angeles, LA City Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, 21st Century Fox, KTLA, SAG-AFTRA, FilmLA, Sony Pictures Entertainment, HFPA, Alternative Camera Rentals, LA City Councilmember Mitch O’Farrell, Cinelease and DreamWorks are able to share what these artists call their LA; an insider perspective into this diverse, cosmopolitan city and its neighborhoods. Rich September 21, 2017 at 12:10 pm · Reply → Free Simon Doom Show at The Friend Bar Simon Doom (https://simondoom.bandcamp.com/) is playing a FREE SHOW at The Friend Bar (2611 Hyperion Ave Silver Lake, CA 90027) Doors at 7! Simon Doom at 9! Then the doomsmen DJ ALL NIGHT!!! It costs $0 It is Free More from Simon Doom; Website – http://votiv.is/music/artists/simon-doom Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/simondoomband/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/simondoomband/?fref=ts Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5zLWSAer6b9f0xay70Ifg7?play=true&utm_source=open.spotify.com&utm_medium=open Shannon Choi September 16, 2017 at 5:22 am · Reply → COMMON SOULS COMMON SOULS COMMON SOULS COMMON SOULS COMMON SOULS COMMON SOULS COMMON SOULS COMMON SOULS 9/27 Los Globos @ 9:00 PM 21+ $5 https://soundcloud.com/commonsouls/arizona-2 -RnB/soul-electronic ~ baby making vocals on ethereal electronic waves -Winners of Song of the Year of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, reward of $20,000 -they make u feel some type a way Budart September 1, 2017 at 4:02 pm · Reply → Join us for the BUDART FESTIVAL – a six day celebration of the beauty, richness, and significance of the world of creativity and meditation. The festival features an international exhibition of meditative artworks and a dynamic series of educational, enlightening, and entertaining activities. The festival brings together practitioners of different schools of Buddhism, who express their meditative experience in paintings, sculptures, music and other forms of art. Each of the artists has his or her own story, but what they share in common is their wish to distill the very essence of their meditative practice and show it in a contemporary form. The Budart Festival will take place at the premises of the University of the West, 1409 Walnut Grove Ave, Rosemead, on September 16-21, 2017. Come and see: • Over 50 paintings and sculptures by emerging and established meditative artists from all over the globe • Remarkable installations, including the Wheel of Life installation based on the ancient Buddhist iconographic • “Art of Hope” series of paintings created by female artists from a Mexican prison, who practice meditation Take part in: • Art and meditation workshops by participating artists • World music concerts • Meditations workshops by lay and monastic representatives of different schools of Buddhism • Lectures by distinguished scholars, monks, and meditative artists on how to apply the principles Dhamma to live a more fulfilling and happy life Come and be inspired! For more information about the Festival, please see, http://www.budart.org Ryan Schumaker August 30, 2017 at 11:16 am · Reply → NEW FREE COMEDY SHOW AT LOT 1 in ECHO PARK This week and every week at Lot 1 on Sunset BLVD, we’ll have FREE 8pm comedy show with headliners and local comedians. This week we have: Kyle Kinane (Comedy Central) Beth Stelling (HBO, Netflix) Matt McCarthy (Conan) Grab a drink and enjoy a FREE comedy show every Tuesday night at 8pm Tess Greenham August 27, 2017 at 8:51 pm · Reply → Your favorite psychedelic Japanese alt-funk band, OTONANA TRIO play for a night of Sake Bombs and party funk in Hollywood. The band has developed a loyal following as a must-see live act, with fresh craziness each time they return from Tokyo. Lead singer/guitarist/founder Kentaro, bassist Kaz, and drummer Hikari spike the fun with superior musicianship and chant-worthy songs. Makiko August 17, 2017 at 8:11 pm · Reply → youbloom Announces 2017 LA Music Summit & Festival Ireland-based music summit & festival expands youbloomLA 2017, presenting keynote speaker Andy Gould and new partnerships with The Hi-Hat, Highland Park Bowl, and Los Angeles College of Music (LACM). (LOS ANGELES, CA) – Now in its fourth year, youbloomLA returns to Los Angeles on September 21-23, 2017 with a 2-day summit for independent musicians and 3-day music festival. Andy Gould, legendary music veteran, will be the keynote speaker at the summit, and Malak, Blaxmyth, Mike Schiavo, Shae Altered, Leather Tramp will be headlining the music festival. “We are thrilled to present Andy Gould in our fourth year expansion,” says Phil Harrington, youbloom founder. “Gould has managed artists like Rob Zombie, Pantera, Linkin Park, and youbloomLA is one of his only speaking engagements in 2017. Gould will be sharing his prolific music publishing experiences and his life in music.” Targeted to music executives, musicians, and students, the youbloomLA summit features an intense two days of music industry networking, panels, and masterclasses on September 22-23. Some standout sessions include “Live Production and Touring,” a “Sync or Swim” panel on placing music into tv and film, and a “Follow the Money” panel on how to track money from Spotify, YouTube, iTunes, etc. This year, the music summit will be held at the prestigious Los Angeles College of Music (LACM) in Pasadena. In addition to the summit, youbloomLA also includes a 3-day music festival on September 21-23 where there will be nightly showcases from more than 90 of the best music acts from Los Angeles and around the world. From the black heavy metal band Balxmyth to “The Voice” finalist Mike Schiavo, youbloomLA will present dynamic and diverse talent. Performances will be held at 6 venues in the Highland Park area, including the three new headlining venues The Hi- Hat, Highland Park Bowl and Offbeat Bar. LACM is youbloomLA’s lead partner. Music Connection is media partner with other partners including The Recording Academy, Musicians Institute, ASCAP, Pabst Blue Ribbon, Garnish Music Production School and LA Sound Rentals. Tickets (http://www.youbloom.com/youbloomla-2017/) for the music summit are on sale for $150 and $75 for students with valid student ID. Cover for the music festival ranges from free to $10, depending on the venue. Apply to cover youbloomLA as press (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dGEpPfkvjmtdbyhFTmWdsde5dZbOBFxKTNUloDR_ZPg/viewform?edit_requested=true) here. About youbloom youbloom is a community of artists, industry and music lovers dedicated to helping independent emerging artists (multi-genre) to grow their audience and lifetime sustainability. youbloom’s solution is summarized through our mantra, “Learn, Connect, Play”. Formed in Dublin in 2013, youbloom expanded into Los Angeles in 2014 and has additional opportunities connecting fans, artists and hosts in development. youbloom was created and is supported by musicians and industry experts including Bob Geldof, Rupert Hine (Renowned Music Producer), Mike Bone (Music Industry Veteran) and Phil Harrington (Entrepreneur, Musician, and Founder of youbloom). About Los Angeles College of Music Los Angeles College of Music (LACM) prepares students to be leaders in music and offers Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees and Diploma programs in Music Performance, Music Production, Songwriting, Composing for Visual Media and Music Business. Located in the heart of the music and entertainment industries, the faculty is comprised of current leading music professionals with a passion for inspiring the next generation. Connect with youbloom on social media for more music industry insider secrets on Facebook :https://www.facebook.com/youbloom/?ref=hl Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/officialyoubloom/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/youbloom LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/youbloom Tess Greenham August 12, 2017 at 10:18 pm · Reply → Want to turn you on to a show in Cypress Park, LA. It’s from Tokyo’s OTONANA TRIO, coming to LA for their 5th full US Tour. The show is on September 27, 2017 at 9:00pm. Come say hello, it will be a BLAST. These guys put on a great show. http://www.otonanatrio.cocm NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) FIlm Festival, SEPTEMBER 16th August 10, 2017 at 5:17 pm · Reply → You’re invited to join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) and The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) with presenting partners NALIP and SAG-AFTRA on Saturday, September 16th, 2017 for the annual NFMLA Film Festival InFocus: Latino & Hispanic Cinema event. The entire day of programming takes place at the Hollywood home of the Academy, The Mary Pickford Center’s Linwood Dunn Theater, and is part of the Academy’s participation in Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA. The festival presents an incredible lineup of local and international films by world-class emerging filmmakers from the United States, Cuba, Spain, Peru, Guatemala, Venezuela and Mexico. Opening the three program event is a shorts program with stories that range from a young woman struggling with her identity on the verge of adulthood, a voiceless man given the chance to be heard, and a winner of the American Visa Lottery having to choose between individual opportunities and abandoning her family. Next up is a second shorts program, showcasing an equally diverse collection of narratives. From a comedy about a loyal mother attempting to grant her son’s birthday wish of a Donald Trump piñata, to a hard-hitting drama about an Indigenous Californian woman trying to survive after being emancipated from a Los Angeles mission where she was raised. Closing the night in the third program is the US premiere of the feature documentary, “Frágil Equilibrio (Delicate Balance),” which has screened to great success at major European festivals. Experience three contradicting stories, in three completely different places in the world, collide. NFMLA and AMPAS have formed industry-wide alliances and partnerships to support this initiative. A keynote speech will be delivered by Kevin de León, President Pro Tem of the California State Senate, and the Q&A’s will be hosted by Los Angeles Film Critics Association (LAFCA) President Claudia Puig. This event will also serve as a launch for a new year-long partnership with Norwegian Air. The airline is joining NFMLA as the Exclusive Airline Partner and in celebration of international storytelling, will be flying in select global filmmakers to Los Angeles for NFMLA’s monthly festivals. Doors will open to the public at 4pm with the event concluding at 11:30pm. There will be pre-screening receptions before each program where attendees can sip cocktails and mingle with industry professionals and festival selected filmmakers in the lounge. Q&A sessions with the filmmakers will follow each program. Tickets are available for $5 per program advanced purchase / $7 per program at the door and $15 all-night access passes which provide access to all three film programs with open bar throughout the entire event. The NFMLA Film Festival is presented throughout the year with support from Executive Circle Sponsor FilmLA. For additional program details, please visit the NFMLA website at https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-september-16th-2017/ Lauren Covey August 1, 2017 at 3:02 pm · Reply → Global Musical.ly stars Max and Harvey are bringing their live show to Los Angeles on August 20th! All Ages Welcome! Location: Black Rabbit Rose Magic 1719 North Hudson Avenue + #1 Musers (Musical.ly users) in the UK and consistently in the top 10 globally + Over 4.2M followers on Musical.ly and over 11.5M total views on YouTube + Releasing Penguin Random House book MAX & HARVEY (IN A BOOK) coming out October 19th in the UK. NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) FIlm Festival, August 26th July 28, 2017 at 12:35 pm · Reply → Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) on Saturday, August 26th in celebrating independent cinema! The first program of the evening highlights 7 remarkable short films from emerging filmmakers. Their unique voices provide a wide range of narratives and genres, from a comedy about a small-time con artist forced to babysit his neighbor’s little brother, a music video about societal integration after incarceration, and a riveting drama about redemption in the face of overwhelming darkness. The second program, in partnership with the Alliance of Women Directors (AWD), showcases 5 intriguing films from some of the immensely talented female filmmakers. In the third and final program of the evening, NFMLA presents an installment of InFocus: Youth Cinema. This marks the LA PREMIERE for the feature comedy “How to Get Girls.” From comedic masterminds Omri Dorani and Zach Fox and starring a stellar cast of recognizable comedic talents, this raunchy comedy tells the story of an awkward high schooler taking advantage of his childhood best friend’s newly developed good looks in order to get girls. Tickets are only $5 for single film programs and $15 for all films with open bar. Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-fest-august-26th-2017/ Amanda Schwarz July 27, 2017 at 4:36 pm · Reply → JP SAXE ANNOUNCES LOS ANGELES RESIDENCY AT HOTEL CAFE Singer-songwriter JP Saxe has scheduled a Los Angeles residency with Hotel Cafe for the entire month of August. Every Monday JP is performing his repertoire of alt-R&B songs with special guests. This will also be the first residency that Hotel Cafe has ever organized. Each week JP Saxe will be featuring special guests during his set. Also appearing at Hotel Cafe during his residency are Loren North, Jesse Thomas, Rotana, and Hayley Penner. JP Saxe most recently supported Jacob Banks on his Los Angeles and New York dates after releasing his debut single “Changed.” After four years of working as a songwriter with artists such as Foxes, Snoh Aalegra, Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, and Jacob Banks, JP has begun exploring his new ground as an original artist. “Changed” received strong support from Ones To Watch, We Found New Music, and Spotify, where the song went viral on the US, Canada, and Global Charts. The single continues to thrive on playlists such as Alternative R&B, Chill Vibes, and New Indie Mix as JP plans to release new music throughout the summer. Catch JP Saxe at Hotel Cafe at 9PM on the below dates: Monday August 7th Monday August 14th Monday August 21st Jill Ralke July 11, 2017 at 1:42 pm · Reply → Stockholm singer Nova Miller debut US performance at The Hotel Cafe on Aug 10th. Age: 21 and up + Nova is no ordinary sixteen year old. She’s gifted with an incredible five octave vocal, a multi-instrumentalist and dance skills. + Nova’ s retro pop swag, soulful vocal and story tell lyrics separate her from other teen comparisons. + Outside of music, Nova is a passionate vegan and activist for anti-bullying. Small Green Door June 23, 2017 at 1:27 pm · Reply → Join us for a night of live painting, experimental music, and digital installations! Opening July 8th from 8 pm to 12 am Small Green Door 2075 S. Atlantic Blvd http://www.tinyurl.com/ItHappenedShow Los Angeles, CA – Small Green Door is pleased to announce “It Happened” – large scale visual installations, interactive digital experiences, and live figure paintings from Los Angeles artists Ginger Jarvis and Elaine Cheung. The work is accompanied by live experimental music from Tim Lacatena and Spirit Center. Visitors to the gallery space will explore movement and color in a wide variety of forms in a unique industrial setting as Jarvis and Cheung transform live music into visual expression, inviting the audience to interact with and influence the creation process. Taking guidance from “The Happenings” of the late 1960’s, It Happened explores what performance art can look like as a response to the electronic sounds that typify the current digital age. Where Ginger’s painterly works focus on the expression of emotion and form through color, Elaine’s digital installations immerse viewers into alternate visual realities, challenging visitors to explore color and movement in both tangible and intangible ways. It Happened will be on exhibit from July 8th to August 1st. An artist’s reception, where live creation will occur, will be held on July 8th from 8:00 to 12:00 pm. All are welcome, hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be provided. Small Green Door is located at 2075 South Atlantic Blvd. in the city of Commerce, CA – 15 minutes south of Downtown LA. Ginger Jarvis is a Toronto born grapheme-color synesthete whose unique perception of color guides her work. She uses dance, acrylic painting, and illustration to express an emotional relationship with color. Ginger has shown and created work live in Toronto and Los Angeles. It Happened is the debut of paintings to be featured at an exhibition in Paris later this year. She will be performing live painting of acrylic on canvas at the opening of It Happened. Elaine Cheung is an LA native who explores themes relating to our embodiment of tech, future systems, and experiential interactions. As a Chinese-American, she bridges ideologies from Eastern and Western perspectives and practices. Her most recent work explores the nature of consciousness through wearable technologies. Her work has been exhibited in San Diego, Los Angeles, and Moscow. Tim Lacatena is an Alaskan born musician who uses Ableton Live to mix analog synths, drum machines, samples, guitar, saxophone, and vocal tracks. While he has performed across the country and internationally with the band Soulcirque, It Happened will be the Los Angeles debut of his original solo works. Spirit Center is a Los Angeles based DJ and Producer who combines original and edited music with Ableton Live, Traktor, and controllerism to create his experimental Liquid Drum and Bass performance. It Happened will signify the culmination and evolution over the years of producing and performing at a variety of events between Los Angeles, San Diego, and Burning Man. soundcloud.com/spirit-center Small Green Door is an interactive design and product photography studio in east Los Angeles offering gallery and event space to promote and incubate artistic talent. Small Green Door celebrates diversity and community through history, education and the arts. instagram.com/SmallGreenDoor facebook.com/SmallGreenDoor Natalia June 15, 2017 at 11:55 am · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival – July 22nd, 2017 Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) on Saturday, July 22nd for an exciting evening of independent cinema. This month the festival is hosting Lexus Short Films (LSF) in partnership with The Weinstein Company. LSF is an initiative that supports up-and-coming filmmakers by creating an opportunity for them explore the art of filmmaking using all the latest technology and guided by renowned industry experts. NFMLA will be showing three short films created as part of the LSF 2016 edition. For Season 4 of LSF, the esteemed filmmaker selection committee is comprised of Oscar nominee, writer and actor Taylor Sheridan (HELL OR HIGH WATER, SICARIO, SONS OF ANARCHY) alongside key executives of The Weinstein Company and Lexus. Joey Horvitz with The Weinstein Company will return to produce this year’s series of films, and is joining NFMLA on July 22nd to connect with festival attendees and filmmakers interested in participating in the program. NFMLA will also be host to Wrapal, a new location scouting service, and ScreenCraft’s The Script Lab Summit, which is an educational event for the entire global screenwriting community. This month’s festival programming begins with a collection of short films from a emerging filmmakers. From stories of a professional bank robber stealing someone’s heart, to a young father torn between the miracle of child birth, and the miracle of Ireland reaching the World Cup Quarter Finals, this shorts program spotlights a wide range of original narratives. In the second film program, NFMLA presents another installment of the InFocus Series, “Military Veterans and the Effects of War.” Featured in this program is an honest meditation on the tragic 2015 terrorist attack in Paris, a provocative take on the effects of PTSD, and a futuristic story, set in 2064, about a grandfather forced to tell his grandson about his service in the third world war. This eccentric program highlights international cinema from France, Lebanon, and Romania. To close out the night, viewers are invited to glimpse into the worlds of a young Chinese girl living in Los Angeles, the sometimes overwhelming demands of a promised commitment to a loved one, and a seemingly defenseless woman, after being savagely attacked by a group of vicious men, revealing her clever strength that lies far beneath the surface. Throughout the event, attendees will have opportunities to mingle with the selected festival filmmakers, industry professionals and film lovers with a full bar in the Filmmaker Lounge at the South Park Center in Downtown Los Angeles. Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-fest-july-22nd-2017/ Lori De Waal June 12, 2017 at 2:05 pm · Reply → Carl Weathers Directs “Danny And The Deep Blue Sea” at Edgemar Center Starring Tanna Frederick and Robert Standley “Danny and the Deep Blue Sea” will open July 1 in Santa Monica Danny and the Deep Blue Sea starring Tanna Frederick and Robert Standley, and directed by Carl Weathers, will open July 1 at the Edgemar Center for the Arts in Santa Monica. Carl Weathers was famous first as an NFL player with the Oakland Raiders, then as an actor for his iconic movie roles (Apollo Creed, Action Jackson), and his roles as a regular on several TV series (Chicago Justice, Brothers, In the Heat of the Night, Street Justice), and as a television director (Always Night, For the People, Sheena, Strong Medicine, Silk Stalkings). He is set to direct John Patrick Shanley’s unlikely romance Danny and the Deep Blue Sea in The Rainbow Theatre Company production at Edgemar Center. The setting is a rundown bar in the Bronx, where two of society’s rejects, Danny and Roberta, strike up a halting conversation over their beer. He is a brooding, self-loathing young man who resorts more to violence than reason; she is a divorced, guilt-ridden young woman whose troubled teenage son is now being cared for by her parents. Danny, whose fellow truck drivers call him “the animal”, seems incapable of tender emotion, while Roberta, who is still haunted by the memory of an ugly sexual incident involving her father, is distrustful of men in general. And yet, as their initial reserve begins to melt, and they decide to spend the night together, the possibility of a genuine and meaningful relationship begins to emerge—the first for both of them. Tanna Frederick and Robert Standley are becoming the Hepburn and Tracy of local stages, having also appeared together previously in The Rainmaker (L.A. Times Critic’s Choice) and Jack & Jill. They also appear in the 2016 feature film Ovation. Ms. Frederick’s stage credits also include Always…But Not Forever, Sylvia, A Safe Place, Dutchman, and more. Known as a queen of indie films, her screen credits include Train to Zakopané, Just 45 Minutes From Broadway, Queen of the Lot, Irene in Time, The M Word, Hollywood Dreams and more. Robert Standley won an Ovation Award for his performance in Barbarians and Outer Critics Circle Awards for his roles in A Streetcar Named Desire and Picnic. Other stage turns include Post Office (at the Kirk Douglas) and national tours of Cotton Patch Gospel, According to Coyote, and The Rainmaker. He’s familiar to televison audiences from stints on Invasion, Melrose Place, Breaking Through and All My Children. A review for a production of Danny and the Deep Blue Sea said, “The play is the equivalent of sitting at ringside watching a prize fight that concludes in a loving embrace.’’- The New York Times. Danny and the Deep Blue Sea was written by John Patrick Shanley. The author of forty-one plays, he won the Tony ® Award for Doubt, received a Tony nomination for Outside Mullingar, and won the Oscar® for his screenplay for Moonstruck. His other plays include the dreamer examines his pillow, Psycopathia Sexualis, Beggars in a House of Plenty, Italian American Reconciliation, Where’s My Money?, Four Dogs and a Bone, and many more. The play is being produced by The Rainbow Theatre Company. The Edgemar Center for the Arts is located at 2437 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90405. Parking is available in an adjacent lot (fee charged). There is also metered street parking and a nearby metered municipal lot. The play runs through September 10, 2017. Performances are Saturday at 8:00 pm and Sunday at 4:00 pm (dark August 12-13). Admission is $25; students and seniors are $20. Reservations can be made by calling (310) 392-7327 or online ticketing is available at http://bit.ly/2qCaHej. Lauren June 8, 2017 at 10:09 am · Reply → Pop Collective Why Don’t We is hitting the road for their headlining 19 city U.S “Something Different” Tour. They will be performing in Los Angeles on August 5th, 2017 at The Roxy Theatre. Their new “Why Don’t We Just” EP is available on iTunes and Spotify now! http://whydontwemusic.com Stephanie May 23, 2017 at 1:33 pm · Reply → The Valley Block Party is looking for all upcoming artists, dancers, singers, comdiens, MC’s, DJ’s, fashion designers and vendors of all sorts. We will have spots available for presentation and help you advertise your business.Reserve your spot ASAP!!! Live performances, fashion show and much more. Seeking Vendors for the following services: -clothing boutiques/designers -food -art/ crafts. Seeking Artists for the following: -hip hop artists -singers -DJ’s -dancers -entertainers/comics/MC. If you are looking to grow your business in actively participating in our event please contact us for more details/ information- valleyblockparty@gmail.com Natalia May 18, 2017 at 4:33 pm · Reply → NewFilmmakers Los Angeles is proud to present another month of incredible independent film talent. Join us on Saturday, June 24th, as we start the night with an eccentric film program. We are screening five short films that cover a wide range of narratives from a lonely girl trying to find her voice in the world to a 100-year-old woman rebelling against her aging daughter’s demands. Our next program of the night presents the 1st of 2 InFocus: LGBTQ Cinema Film Programs. This shorts program focuses on stories of love, connection and reconciliation by both local filmmakers and international talents from China and Brazil. Closing the evening is the second LGBTQ shorts program that revolves around conflicts of identity, community and family. This program’s stories include a serial killer on the hunt for love, millennials who decide to get their lives together after one last night of debauchery and four misfits who make the world their stage. These 2 shorts programs illuminate a wide range of the LGBTQ experience, contrasting with the common one-dimensional portrayals of LGBTQ characters. These emerging directors give more representation to the LGBTQ community by humanizing their characters and relating them to their audiences. Throughout the event, attendees will have opportunities to mingle with the filmmakers, industry supporters and film lovers with an open bar at the filmmakers’ lounge adjacent to the private entry of the South Park Center’s 500 seat theater in Downtown Los Angeles. Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-fest-june-24th-2017/ Tiffany May 10, 2017 at 11:04 am · Reply → Venice Family Clinic’s Venice Art Walk & Auctions 340 Main St, Venice, California 90291 Tickets Free On May 21, join Los Angeles’ most prestigious artists in giving back to Venice Family Clinic. Venice Family Clinic’s Art Walk & Auctions’ signature Silent Art Auction showcases the leading names in contemporary art and the next generation of talent. Every bid helps support our mission to provide quality primary health care to people in need. On the same day, guests can embark on our unique Artist Studio Tours to meet local artists and get a behind-the-scenes look at their creative process. Back at Google’s Venice headquarters, attendees will enjoy live music, live art exhibitions, and a community celebration including artisan booths, an Imagination Station for kids and gourmet food. Keira Wight May 9, 2017 at 1:02 pm · Reply → Open Shows presents a night of emerging sights, sounds, crafts, and experimentations featuring emerging L.A.-based visual and musical artists! Kick back at the Alex Theatre for a one-night exhibition featuring headliner Mndsgn, Sudan Archives, and Cat500. BYOB (Bring Your Own Beamer) A one-night-exhibition hosting artists and their projectors. Apply to project your art onto the Alex Theatre! BYOB is a project by Rafaël Rozendaal and curated by Y_NIS (www.y-nis.com) Arts Market Vendors Buy/sell your artworks at our arts market featuring emerging and local Los Angeles-based vendors! Interested in vending? Visit http://www.openglendale.events/apply Admission $15. Ages 21+ only. Tickets: http://www.openglendale.events/rsvp Ryan Kennedy May 4, 2017 at 7:32 pm · Reply → Looking For New Music To Put Your friends On This Summer? Portland Based Artist, Producer Brings The Fuego On His Latest Track Titled “Mami” Produced By X and Co-Production From Deadbrainz. High Fidelity Burlesque: A Live Burlesque Mixtape May 2, 2017 at 2:19 pm · Reply → An immersive burlesque experience, “High Fidelity” is a night of burlesque that operates like a living, breathing mixtape given to you by a variety of fascinating artists. Take a trip through glamorous, sexy, classic, unique, clever and dreamy burlesque. Featuring award winning burlesque performers, each dancer plays a part in this collaborative mixtape–an audiovisual ode to the art of the tease. Art, burlesque and music fandom joyously collide in this special event. more info at : hifisplendor.bpt.me THE RAP CONTEST April 30, 2017 at 9:09 pm · Reply → THE RAP CONTEST Presented by Sellassie The Airliner; 2419 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90031 8:00 pm, 18+ Tickets: $20 http://www.TRCMay23.BPT.me Registration + Info: 818-293-8079 http://www.therapcontest.com Los Angeles, CA: The Rap Contest returns to Los Angeles on May 23, 2017 and announces the series’ weekly event, every Tuesday at the Airliner, LA. The Rap Contest is an original song competition series started in 2010 by Sellassie and Inhouse Talent. The event is a platform for independent artists and has showcased some of the top local artists you don’t know yet. The Rap Contest has visited 20 cities from coast to coast including Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Berkeley, Chicago, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Austin, Houston, Orlando & Seattle. The Rap Contest, originally called 2Racks Rap Contest, is a fast-paced song competition for upcoming hip-hop artists to showcase original material, perform live and compete for a cash prize. The series is innovative, trendsetting, and authentic and is consistently packing clubs for new music. The Rap Contest number one objective is to provide a home for independent hip-hop. The Rap Contest is building a genuine network of artist-entrepreneurs, encourages artists to listen to each other’s music and provides a priceless opportunity; a platform to be seen and heard in front of new audiences. The Rap Contest has produced 99 successful shows in its first six years and has awarded over $87,000 in cash prizes. Partnered with several local and regional promo companies, radio stations, studios and organizations, The Rap Contest has booked over 1500 talented and emerging hip hop artists from across the country that have performed in front of industry professional and celebrity judges ranging from music supervisors, radio station music directors, on-air personalities, producers and artists. The Rap Contest is independent hip-hop, it invests in artists on the rise and respects and contributes to the culture of hip-hop. About Sellassie: http://www.sellassiefrisco.com The Rap Contest creator, host and producer Sellassie, is the world’s first higherground hip-hop artist; he is a social justice activist, entrepreneur, event producer and pioneer. He has carved his niche as a leading progressive voice in hip-hop and as a force in bringing independent artists together. With an acclaimed and award-winning debut release, I’m Tryin’ to Make a Livin’ Not a Killin’, this trendsetting emcee has garnered a street level buzz with a fresh perspective. Sellassie is proof that there are young black artists that can make music that is creative, street, positive and smart. He stands firm to his message, has a charismatic presence and is evidence that not every rapper raps negatively, glorifying drugs, guns, money or their ego. He is also the creator, producer and host of the Independent Artist Series, The Rap Contest, We All We Got and Undiscovered Tour. Producing over 200 shows on the calendar in the last seven years in over 20 cities nationwide, the series have distinguished themselves as premier outlets for independent artists. He is also working with many social, political and youth based initiatives, and is a contributor to various special projects including the film, It Doesn’t Cost Nothin’ to Dream. Sellassie is grounded; a confident and refreshing emcee in an industry plagued with commercialism, materialism, negativity and drama. Sellassie utilizes his music and events as a vehicle for social change and inspiration, and he regularly states that he “wants to be in the history books, not the pop charts.” Andrew April 6, 2017 at 10:41 am · Reply → Best of NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Awards 2017 Hosted at the South Park Center in Downtown Los Angeles, the 2017 Best of NFMLA Awards will be as special one as it marks NFMLA’s 10 Year Anniversary! The evening with feature a VIP cocktail reception, hor d’oeuvres, and live entertainment. 6PM – VIP Cocktail Reception 7PM – General Admission Arrivals 7:45PM – Awards Show 10:15PM – After Party Tickets – $50: VIP / $25: General After Friday, April 7th, both ticket levels will increase by $25 ($75: VIP / $50: general admission). NFMLA is a leader in showcasing up and coming independent filmmaking talent through our Monthly Film Festival series, and fostering Los Angeles’s filmmaking community through programs and partnerships. NFMLA is a nonprofit arts organization with locations in Hollywood and Downtown Los Angeles. Event info and tickets here: https://goo.gl/3eYCyI NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Film Festival – May 13th 2017 On May 13th, 2017 NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with a special installment of the InFocus series, InFocus: Asian Cinema. The first program in the evening line-up features 6 short films from emerging Asian filmmakers, both local and international. These voices bring us tales ranging from a family affected by nuclear warfare to a pair of stoners seeking to make their name in Hollywood. This Asian film spotlight promises to take attendees on a comedic, tragic and even nostalgic ride. The second program celebrates the US Premier of the Japanese feature film “Where Florence Sleeps.” From the brother duo of Katsuto and Kenji Kobayashi, experience a dramatic tale of sabotage, kidnapping and ransom. The evening film program closes with the LA Premier of “Looking for Jackalope,” Karl Shefelman’s feature length directorial debut. Throughout the event attendees will have opportunities to mingle with the filmmakers, industry supporters and film lovers over cocktails and beats at the filmmakers’ lounge adjacent to the private entry of the South Park Center’s 500 seat theater in Downtown Los Angeles. Event info and tickets here: https://goo.gl/Hq6Vjq Elisa April 5, 2017 at 3:19 pm · Reply → “LOVE IS ALL WE OWN: AN ACLU BENEFIT CONCERT” Wednesday, April 26th (Doors 7 pm, Show 8 pm) Cinematic Pictures Event Space at Sweet Hollywood $50 VIP / $30 General http://store.sweetlosangeles.com/events Performing Talent: The Cavillo Sisters Matt Boyd & Mia Pfirrman Olivia Mell DJ Wendy Walker Matt B March 31, 2017 at 12:13 am · Reply → #NewSchoolDaze is a celebration of success hosted by HBCU Young Alums, members of Greek Organizations! Join HBCU Young Alums, Greeks, Millennials, Tastemakers, and All Party Goers for a night of nostalgia…with a twist! Hosted by the dopest creatives in LA! DJ’s will be mixing it up, hitting you with CLASSICS and NEW BANGERS from EVERYWHERE! VIBES BY DJ R-TISTIC + DJ BAD Didn’t attend an HBCU? Not about that Greek life? No Problem! This event is for ALL PARTY GOERS, Millennials, and Tastemakers! 21 + ONLY Early Arrival is Strongly Suggested. Please Drink Responsibly and Pull Up With the Intention of Having one EPIC NIGHT! Grab Tickets at http://www.NewSchoolDaze.EventBrite.com Jamie Barren March 21, 2017 at 10:47 pm · Reply → LURE Nightclub has been spicing up the LA nightlife scene. Superstar DJs and high profile weekend parties draw a ready to party, chic crowd. Hip-Hop superstar artist Fetty Wap performs LIT Saturdays along w/ Mike Danger on April 1st at LURE Nightclub. Doors 10pm to 2am. To RSVP, call/text +1 (310) 749-9029. The VIPs are flocking to LURE on Saturday nights. The club is amazing, with VIP table service that is unlike any other, filled with sexy ladies and Celebs. Robert Catalusci March 21, 2017 at 1:44 pm · Reply → Hello Losanjealous readers! You are invited to attend the March 30th Los Angeles premiere of the cutting-edge new play, “Humilious”, from acclaimed writer/director, Robert Catalusci. The mind-bending story of “Humilious” is designed to transport audiences into a different reality – the twilight of human destruction. The action takes place on the war torn steps of Los Angeles City Hall, as otherworldly entities begin to emerge and intervene in the midst of unintended death. This thought-provoking story challenges the way we perceive the afterlife and evokes haunting elements of sci-fi that will stick with you and make you question what comes next. You can see a trailer for “Humilious” on the official website: http://humilious.com/ Tickets are only $10 at the door and you can get additional information on The Downtown Independent Theater’s website: http://downtownindependent.ning.com/events/humilious james combs March 20, 2017 at 4:59 pm · Reply → A Night of Angelino Original Protest Songs Hotel Café, Sunday, April 2, 8-10pm, $15 With the dawning of a new political reality, suddenly the air is rife with the spirit of protest. And along with the spirit inevitably comes… the songs. An inspired outpouring of political music and art is ripping through the US in a way not experienced since the heyday of Pete Seeger, Odetta, Phil Ochs and a young Bob Dylan. And Los Angeles is one of the many ground zeroes. To celebrate our city’s contribution to this creative explosion, Country Music maverick Grant Langston will host a night of new, original protest songs from over twenty Los Angeles songwriters at Hotel Café on Sunday, April 2, with all profits to benefit The National Immigration Law Center (www.nilc.org/). Artists as diverse as Ghanaian reggae star and Grammy-nominee Rocky Dawuni, indie siren Maria Taylor, and Americana legend Tony Gilkyson will perform new original protest songs, custom made for this historic moment. “Historically music has had a powerful role to play during times of political and social duress,” says Grant. “It’s unique in its ability to inspire, sooth, satirize and propel action. So it seems natural to me that in our current state of affairs the music community has an opportunity and a responsibility to make itself heard. I’m hoping this show can be the catalyst to create more social art while raising money for a worthwhile cause.” Established in 1979, the National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is one of the leading organizations in the U.S. exclusively dedicated to defending and advancing the rights of low-income immigrants. “The times they are a-changing’” sang Bob Dylan in 1964. And so they are again. Come celebrate the musical signs-of-the-times – the wit, insight, anger, and spirit – on Sunday, April 2, from 8-10pm at Hotel Café, (1623 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028) Admission $15. Publicity Contact: Grant Langston, grantlangston@gmail.com CONFIRMED PERFORMERS (IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER) Blake Hazard Calico – The Band Chris Isom (NOCONA) Dan Navarro Grant Langston Great Willow Greg Felden Jason Mandell (The Coals) Jay Souza John Ramey Louis Schefano Marty Axelrod Marvin Etzioni Nik Freitas Patrick Dennis Paul Zollo Pi Jacobs Rick Shea Rob Waller (I See Hawks in LA) Rocky Dawuni Shane Alexander Terry Okey Tony Gilkyson Adilah Barnes March 6, 2017 at 10:59 am · Reply → The 24th Annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival will honor composer Megan Cavallari with the Integrity Award on Wednesday, March 23rd at 7 pm at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre. The Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival empowers women artists to engage and inspire communities through the production of multidisciplinary solo performances and education outreach. The Annual Festival honors the achievement of extraordinary women in theatre. The Integrity Award is presented to an artist or individual who has brought credibility and dignity to her work. Cavallari has worked on more than 50 film scores as performer, arranger, conductor or composer. She has composed for the L.A. Kings; has worked on 25 television shows; 16 stage musicals; and written hundreds of songs, jingles and assorted musical offerings. In a world dominated by men, Cavallari’s critically acclaimed musicals have played at such theaters as The Mark Taper Forum, The York (NYC) Barrington Stage, 5th Avenue Playhouse (Seattle), The Ordway (St. Paul), The Under the Stars (Houston) and Living Arts Centre (Toronto). Cavallari has won three ASCAP Awards, a BMI Award, two IRNE Awards, two Cynopsis Media Award, two Telly Awards, a FAHF Humanitarian Award, a Yip Harburg Award, a Founders Day Award, a Vollenberg Grant and has two platinum albums. She recently launched The Talk Foundation Project, where she records the thoughts and observations of children with life-threatening and chronic diseases. She also faces the challenges of raising a twelve-year old daughter with juvenile arthritis. Barnsdall Gallery Theatre is located at 4800 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90027. Please visit the following website for further information and tickets: http://www.lawtf.org/ Everly February 26, 2017 at 4:51 pm · Reply → We’re EVERLY, a modern Los Angeles jug band and we’re headlining a show at the Mint in Hollywood on April 7th, 2017 at 10:35pm Mint Tickets: Everly Mint Tickets Facebook: facebook.com/everlyjugband Twitter: @everlyjugband Instagram: @everyjugband Soundcloud: Everly’s Soundcloud Page Website: http://www.everlysnodgrass.com Well, fine, if you aren’t a fan of hyperlinks… Mint Show tickets: http://themintla.com/event.cfm?id=257131&cart Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-675431364-228471169 Reindeer Flotilla February 17, 2017 at 1:09 pm · Reply → Reindeer Flotilla’s songs are synth and electric guitar-oriented, with influences including Bowie/Morrissey/Thom Yorke. We’re playing a free set as a duo at Lot 1 Cafe in Echo Park this Thurs. March 23rd at 8:45pm, followed by the excellent psych-folk band Marjorie Fair. https://www.instagram.com/p/BQlQmHGBD55 David Klimovich February 10, 2017 at 12:54 am · Reply → Fresh, unique, innovative, and most definitely eclectic, Fearless BND is the sound of what happens when young, creative believers are asked to get personal and dig deep into themselves and collaborate. The stories behind the songs of Fearless BND reflect a several members of a church in downtown Los Angeles, called Fearless La. It’s not born of glitz and glam or achieving acclaim in a city full of stars, but born out of walking through things that people go through on a daily basis. We’re seeing so many people getting being positively impacted by these songs, and we want to have the opportunity for others to hear as well. We are so excited to announce that the full length album, “We Are Fearless,” will be releasing Feb 24th, 2017! Many have been following our journey the last 12 months as we’ve been releasing one song a month. It has been incredible sharing these songs with everyone and receiving all the positive feedback about how it is effecting people. This full album, “We Are Fearless,” is the compilation of those singles, along with 3 brand new tracks. We can’t wait for you to hear it! Francesca February 13, 2017 at 1:11 pm · Reply → Seven-time Billboard charting Margo Rey will grace the stage at Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Grill on March 26th. Margo Rey is a singer, songwriter, producer, arranger and co- founder of the L.A. based independent record label, Organica Music Group which bears the same name as her self-defined musical genre, Organica. The genre can be explained as an unorthodox hybrid of pop music that is rooted in jazz with deep ethno-rhythmic grooves, textural guitars, keys and lush vocals. Margo continues to deliver her array of vibrant and sultry singing talents that easily compliment her gentle and uplifting melodies. Margo is known to combine a variety of organic sounds and pour every bit of emotion into each song she creates. Her alternative pop singles have captured a worldwide audience with her enduring, socially conscious lyrics and her unforgettable, groove oriented musical arrangements. Venue: Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Grill Location: 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077 Websites: http://margorey.com/tour http://www.vibratogrilljazz.com/ brittany tucker February 9, 2017 at 3:22 pm · Reply → Diddy’s son, Quincy Brown is set to release his debut EP on Valentine’s Day Tess Greenham February 6, 2017 at 7:19 pm · Reply → Want to turn you on to a concert happening in Los Angeles, around the Echo Park area. It is a Japanese rock band from Tokyo performing at Lot 1 Cafe (1533 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026)on March 11, 2017. Come say hello, it will be a BLAST. always is! Pj Berumen February 1, 2017 at 4:29 pm · Reply → SGV Artist, Moon Ensemble, is playing Harvard & Stone February 20th! Don’t miss it, it’s a single release party! Francesca January 26, 2017 at 3:10 pm · Reply → Seven-time Billboard charting Margo Rey will grace the stage at Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Grill on February 15. Margo Rey is a singer, songwriter, producer, arranger and co- founder of the L.A. based independent record label, Organica Music Group which bears the same name as her self-defined musical genre, Organica. The genre can be explained as an unorthodox hybrid of pop music that is rooted in jazz with deep ethno-rhythmic grooves, textural guitars, keys and lush vocals. Margo continues to deliver her array of vibrant and sultry singing talents that easily compliment her gentle and uplifting melodies. Margo is known to combine a variety of organic sounds and pour every bit of emotion into each song she creates. Her alternative pop singles have captured a worldwide audience with her enduring, socially conscious lyrics and her unforgettable, groove oriented musical arrangements. Nina Womack January 22, 2017 at 10:22 pm · Reply → Join Let’s Be Whole at the 2nd Annual Let’s Be Whole LOVE FEST! Come spend an afternoon with some of Los Angeles’ top experts in the fields of love, passion, and romance. There will of course be live entertainment, healthy food and much more! We’ll provide the experts, healthy food including vegan, drinks, entertainment, socializing, a few love-related vendors and some great information on loving yourself and others so don’t miss this important event. Celebrity match- maker and author of, ‘Why Married Men Cheat’, Danielle Metcalf, known as “Ms Hitch,” introduces her Mental Toughness technique as a ‘must know’ approach to love. Who doesn’t want more romance?!!! Barry Selby is the author of “Rules Of Romance, 50 Ways To Love Your Lover.” This passion consultant is the go-to guy for building amazing and authentic relationships. Vibrant Singer, Actress, Inspirational Speaker, Jacqueline Oya Thomas, M.A. penned a practical self-love guide called the “5 Star Points for Success” which is designed to help anyone with a creative dream, live an exceptional life grounded in the five core components of self: MIND; BODY; SPIRIT; EMOTIONS, and ENVIRONMENT. Whatever your relationship status, you will be empowered to have the best 2017 ever! Sunday, February 12th from 3 to 6 pm at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center. This is a donation-based event but we are suggesting at least $5.00 which will go to covering event production costs. Email letsbewhole@gmail.com or call (877) 594-1292 for additional info. Elena Volz January 17, 2017 at 3:07 pm · Reply → In honor of Black History Month, NFMLA presents ‘InFocus: Black Cinema’ to open up this month’s festival screening. The program consists of films that cover a range of stories and cultures seeking to underscore the importance of films that have starred, filmed, directed, or been produced by the black community. We have two comedies of how far one goes to break the walls between color in the name of love, a witty comment on stereotyping, a beautifully captured character study of a youth from the streets, training his way to the olympics, and a historical snapshot of an economically challenged community in Detroit transformed though the modernist architecture of Mies Van Der Rohe. Next we have 2 programs of short films, many premiering for the first time in Los Angeles including character driven films from Italy and Lithuania, a Hungarian produced thriller and a glimpse of mother struggling with her cancer in modern day Iran. And from the U.S., a modern day pulp flick set in the desert, a satire of a clever homeless man, and a documentary of a female acapella quartet out of Cuba. Closing the evening, we have the West Coast Premier of ‘Homestate’, a tender experiment of real life and fiction following Blaise Miller in a refined performance as the lead character on a path of redefining himself despite the lack of faith from his family. In between programs, meet and mingle with the filmmakers and industry supporters over cocktails and sounds at the filmmakers’ lounge inside the private entry to the 500 seat theater of the South Park Center in Downtown Los Angeles. Event info and tickets here: https://goo.gl/tqDSXr Andrew Acedo June 4, 2018 at 12:23 pm · Reply → We’d like to submit the following event for inclusion on the Remezcla event calendar and/or for editorial coverage: NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Canadian Film Festival – July 28th, 2018 NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) presents three programs of Canadian short films, co-hosted by the Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles and Telefilm Canada and sponsored by Seneca College. Community Collaborators include the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Writers Guild of Canada, UBCP / ACTRA and more. The films represent a mix of drama, comedy, thriller, horror, new media and documentary, and include alumni from TIFF 2017, award winners from top-tier festivals, and first time filmmakers alike. The first program of the evening presents a mix of existentialism and comedy, with stories that explore the self and our connection with others (or lack thereof). The next program prominently features family relationships and looking at the world through new eyes, either through those of a child or through those of someone whose life has been indelibly changed. The final program of the night gets our adrenaline up, with action, laughter and music, while also challenging us to tackle difficult issues. Event info and tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/newfilmmakers-los-angeles-nfmla-canadian-cinema-film-festival-july-28th-2018-tickets-46632109896 Skipp Whitman January 10, 2017 at 1:58 pm · Reply → ANNOUNCING: THE ANTI-VALENTINE’S DAY JAM at THE LOST KNIGHT in Echo Park on February 10th 2017 (1538 Sunset Blvd Los Angeles CA) – doors at 8PM flier link (tinypic). http://i67.tinypic.com/3465jb4.jpg flier link (google). https://goo.gl/photos/NVVVFb7yAVK6CWGh6 This month we celebrate what it is to not exchange candy hearts and stale chocolates, and overpriced roses. Instead we dance. And meet. And dance. And meet. And dance. Live music from SKIPP WHITMAN TRIO (skippwhitman.com), TRACKLESS (tracklessmusic.com), and MR. CAMPBELL AND FRIENDS This will be a 21+ show with doors at 8PM & cover is $5 Produced by Skipp Whitman, in coordination with The Lost Knight Direct questions to Skipp at skippw@gmail.com or at 818 270 1672 https://youtu.be/M6BSKRsWvXE https://youtu.be/XgJHgqXJbKs Francesca Spinosi November 16, 2016 at 11:39 am · Reply → Seven-time Billboard charting Margo Rey will grace the stage at Vibrato Jazz Grill on December 14. Margo Rey is a singer, songwriter, producer, arranger and co- founder of the L.A. based independent record label, Organica Music Group which bears the same name as her self-defined musical genre, Organica. The genre can be explained as an unorthodox hybrid of pop music that is rooted in jazz with deep ethno-rhythmic grooves, textural guitars, keys and lush vocals. Margo continues to deliver her array of vibrant and sultry singing talents that easily compliment her gentle and uplifting melodies. Margo is known to combine a variety of organic sounds and pour every bit of emotion into each song she creates. Her alternative pop singles have captured a worldwide audience with her enduring, socially conscious lyrics and her unforgettable, groove oriented musical arrangements. Margo Rey Live- Presented by Ron White Venue: Vibrato Grill and Jazz Location: 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Los Angeles, CA 90077 Howard Stewart November 3, 2016 at 10:55 am · Reply → Musician/author Kristin Hersh, best known for her influential rock band Throwing Muses and her recent memoir on the late songwriter Vic Chesnutt, will release “Wyatt At The Coyote Palace,” a book/double CD on November 11th. She will perform at The Echoplex on Sunday, December 4th. Lori De Waal October 26, 2016 at 11:08 am · Reply → SYLVIA OPENS AT ODYSSEY THEATRE; TANNA FREDERICK STARS WHAT: Sylvia. The hit comedy. WHO: Written by A.R. Gurney. Directed by Tanna Frederick. Produced by Henry Jaglom and The Rainbow Theatre Company. A guest production at Odyssey Theatre. WHERE: Odyssey Theatre, 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025, WHEN: Previews October 13-16. Opens Friday, October 21, 2016, runs through Sunday, December 18. Thurs.- Sat. at 8:00, Sun. at 3:00. Dark on Oct. 29, Nov. 24-27 (Thanksgiving weekend), Dec, 2. ADMISSION: $30. Students and seniors $20. RESERVATIONS: (800) 838-3006. ONLINE TICKETING: http://www.sylviatheplayinla.com Five years ago, actor Tanna Frederick scored a personal triumph in productions of Sylvia at Sierra Madre Playhouse and Edgemar Center for the Arts. Now she returns to the title role, not only starring in but also directing the new production. In this 1995 comedy by A.R. Gurney (Love Letters, The Dining Room), Greg and Kate are empty-nesters in the big city. On a walk in the park, Greg is adopted by Sylvia, a bouncy, frisky poodle mix. But Kate comes to feel that she is losing Greg to his adoring new best friend who just loves to be petted, scratched, and talked to. This imaginative twist on Greg’s midlife crisis leads to lots of laughs and some thoughtful insights into the nature of love, marriage, jealousy, and dogs. In addition to Ms. Frederick, the cast also includes Steve Howard (also from the 2011 productions) as Greg, Beege Barkette (Babylon 5, The Fabulous Baker Boys) as Kate, and Matthew Marcy (TMI Hollywood) as three other characters. Tanna Frederick is perhaps best known as a queen of independent film. Fresh off her career-best (so far) film reviews for Ovation, she has also appeared in The M Word, Irene in Time, Just 45 Minutes From Broadway, Queen of the Lot Hollywood Dreams, The Bandit Hound and more. Her stage credits include The Rainmaker (L.A. Times Critics Choice), Jack & Jill, Always…But Not Forever, Toussaint: For the Love of Freedom, Train to Zakopané, Dutchman ,A Safe Place, and more. She is also active in philanthropic endeavors, co-founding Project Save Our Surf and founding the Iowa Independent Film Festival, now in its tenth year. « More fun than a barrel of puppies, Tanna Frederick is nothing short of terrific. »—ReviewPlays.com « Tanna Frederick is truly brilliant as Sylvia. She embodies the fun-loving, childlike spirit of the dog.”— Huffington Post “Tanna Frederick is so funny and delightful as Sylvia. She really makes this a hysterically funny evening of theater.”— American Radio Network maryamamusic October 23, 2016 at 5:33 pm · Reply → 387 Music Presents : Known for its unique sound and style, Maryama Band, founded by award winning composer/performer Maryam Mirbagheri, showcases an interesting fusion of genres. The band’s sound is a combination of soul/jazz/rock with a spice of Persian and Middle Eastern music. Maryama band is currently featuring Julian Karahalios (Bass), Michael Olinger (World Percussion ), Marcelo Bucater (drums) , Robert Perez (Piano), Sarah Van Schiver (back vocals) and Mirbagheri herself ( setar, guitar, Voice). Maryama’s Debut album Where the Mermaids Are is scheduled to be released in January 2017! Gig Location : The study time : 7:40 address : 6356 Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90028 Link : http://www.tunestub.com/events/248910 Kimberly Goodnight October 20, 2016 at 11:56 am · Reply → The Odd Market at the Autry is truly spectacular. The property is on 2 and a half acres in heart of Griffith Park. There’s a ton of parking or you could even ride your horse in, seriously. Admission is only $2 and kids under 12 are Free. Free Parking! Located directly across from the L.A. Zoo. And we’ll be offering special promos for those of you who have never been in the Autry Museum. Full Bar too! Gourmet Food Trucks. Live Music & Guest DJ’s, Full Bar, Picnic Area and Kids Area. Free Parking. $2 Admission. Hans October 14, 2016 at 10:00 pm · Reply → 10 reasons to try escape rooms http://www.escapeiq.com/ http://www.escapeiq.com/book-room-los-angeles/ Susan Gordon October 14, 2016 at 1:49 pm · Reply → Los Angeles International Flamenco Festival Presents World Renowned Flamenco Guitarist and Five-Time GRAMMY Winner Tomatito Performing with his Sextet for the first time in the Friday, October 21, 2016, 8 p.m., Wilshire Ebell Theatre José Fernández Torres, better known as Tomatito, is a living legend and one of today’s most-admired flamenco guitarists. Known for his mastery of traditional rhythms, his classic work with singer Camarón del la Isla, and his pioneering efforts in establishing Nuevo flamenco by augmenting traditional flamenco with music influenced by classical, jazz, blues, rock, pop, bossa-nova, tango, and fado, makes his first City of Los Angeles appearance with his sextet on Friday, October 21 at 8:00 p.m. at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre. Tomatito has presented his art the world over, from New York to Moscow, from the Middle East to Hong Kong. He has been hailed as one of the best guitarists in the world. An enormously charismatic musician, Tomatito is much loved both as an embodiment of Flamenco’s deep traditions and as a leader in contemporary developments in the art form. Tomatito has ensured the evolution of flamenco guitar, as well as securing his own place as the leading flamenco guitarist of his generation and one of the greatest flamenco guitarists of all time. “Tomatito is the most eminent guitarist in flamenco. [He plays] with such clean intent that it was possible fo you to feel the energy and gesture and contrast in those individual notes and phrases as if you were playing them yourself.” (Ben Ratliff, New York Times) Tomatito’s sextet includes José del Tomate, guitar; Piraña, percussion; Kiki Cortiñas and Morenito de Íllora, vocals; and José Maya, one of the most exciting flamenco dancers today. Maya is one of the most explosive dancers in Spain today, a powerful figure in flamenco’s new generation. He has collaborated with many of the most well-known flamenco artists including Farruquito, El Güito, Manolete, Estrella Morente, Gerardo Núñez and Diego El Cigala, and has opened for pop stars Marc Anthony, Beyoncé and Björk. Flamenco has a long and complex history with ancient roots. It has been traced to the 15th-century arrival in Spain of Gypsies whose musical traditions blended with those of Christians, Arabs, and Jews to create unique forms, modes, and rhythms. In the late 19th century the music became popular in cafes throughout Spain. Tomatito was born in Almería, southern Spain, surrounded by guitars. Since childhood he listenied to his father and grandfather, Miguel Tomate. He is the nephew of legendary Flamenco guitarist Miguel Niño. At age 12 he moved to the city of Malaga, where he started his career playing flamenco clubs like La Taberna Gitana. There he met Paco de Lucía and Camarón de la Isla. Gradually, his extraordinary powers drew attention from critics and fans. He began to play with great singers like Enrique Morente or La Susi, but his greatest pride is to have played with the legendary Camarón de la Isla for the last 18 years of his life. Alongside Camarón, Tomatito recorded discs that are now essential references in the flamenco archive, such as “La Leyenda del Tiempo” and “Como el Agua.” In the latter, Tomatito accompanies with Paco de Lucía. After the death of Camarón, Tomatito began his career as a soloist, dazzling audiences with his exquisite sensitivity. His charismatic personality and a firm commitment to the development and dissemination of flamenco worldwide mean that Tomatito now enjoys the recognition he deserves, not only in the field of music but also in film, theater and art. Tomatito has won a total of five Grammy Awards (one with Michel Camilo) and a Latin Grammy for his albums “Aguadulce” and “Soy Flamenco”. He has collaborated with many performers from around the world, such as Elton John and Frank Sinatra, and has influenced a whole generation of young guitarists. And on the occasions when he has ventured into other musical fields, such as jazz, has always remained true to his principles. His latest album, “Soy Flamenco”, presents an elegant and mature musician at the height of his art. The Los Angeles International Flamenco Festival is proud to bring unique programming and world-class flamenco artists to Los Angeles, having presented some of the worlds most acclaimed and influential flamenco artists. Past performers include Vicente Amigo, Los Farrucos, Diego El Cigala, Juana la del Pipa, La Tania, Tia Yoya, Luis Moneo, Diego del Morao, La Curra, Kina Mendez, Maria Bermudez, Teatro Flamenco, Adam del Monte, Omayra Amaya, Gema Moneo & many more. Details for Calendar Listings Tomatito in Concert WHO: José Fernández Torres, better known as Tomatito, is a living legend and one of today’s most-admired flamenco guitarists. Known for his mastery of traditional rhythms, his classic work with singer Camarón del la Isla, and his pioneering efforts in establishing Nuevo flamenco by augmenting traditional flamenco with music influenced by classical, jazz, blues, rock, pop, bossa-nova, tango, and fado, makes his first City of Los Angeles appearance with his sextet. WHEN: Friday, October 21, 2016; 8:00 p.m. Wilshire Ebell Theatre 4401 West 8th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90005 (Bet. Wilshire Blvd. & West 8th St. on S. Lucerne Blvd.) HOW: LAFlamencoFestival.com; kalakoaent@mac.com; 800-595-4849 Ticket Prices: $30 – $57 Parking: Lot and street parking Hans October 14, 2016 at 9:59 pm · Reply → EscapeIQ Los Angeles is one of the most exciting Escape rooms in LA http://www.escapeiq.com/book-room-los-angeles/ Mike Murray October 11, 2016 at 7:38 pm · Reply → Luminal reinvents the circus like never before. Starting with the idea of having a circus glow-in-the-dark, the Luminal team went to town. The show includes, of course, glow-in-the-dark performers, but also computer control light displays, glowing circus apparatus, and even lasers! The show will be presented in Le Studio near LAX. Luminal is a journey through night. Follow a tinkering electrician as he tries to harness the power of light, and see for himself that the night is not always dark. Acts range from stilt performers, to juggling, to acrobatics, and aerial arts. Luminal is brought together under the creative direction of Michael Murray. Graduate from the School of the Art Institute, Micheal has been in the performance art arena melding circus and visual arts for quite some time. His latest show includes talented performers from throughout Los Angeles, all performing to the original soundtrack composed by his brother, Kevin Murray. “We jam packed so much visually into this show; from lasers, to LEDs, to backlights, to computer controlled lighting, but always at our core are really strong aerialist and acrobats. They are the foundation of every show we create.” Michael Murray, Creative Director “When I’m balancing on a small stick and the glow of my juggling equipment is the only light in the whole theater, I can’t help but feel alive.” Nick Selvy, Juggler/Stilt Walker Luminal is truly a show that must be experienced. Performances: October 7, 8, 14, 15 of 2016 Performance Location: Le Studio, 8717 Aviation Blvd, Inglewood, CA Tickets can be purchase at http://www.GlowInTheDarkCircus.com or at the door. Fiamma October 11, 2016 at 1:39 pm · Reply → Fiamma is the newest in the great dynasty of LA based electronic producers. Mixing high energy classic rock with trap beats, wubs and a fuken fire guitar solo, TBH there is nothing else like this on the internet. https://soundcloud.com/user-819860445/naked-fiamma Amanda Alderman October 3, 2016 at 1:17 pm · Reply → To the bodacious people of Losanjealous.com…I have a completed celebration article of the best, new band around, tropical Nasty that I would love to submit to you and ideally, publish on your site! Please let me know if you welcome submissions- especially thorough, descriptive ones- and I will gladly send it your way along with their sound links and videos. Thank you so much for your valuable time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you. Amanda Alderman Alex September 18, 2016 at 11:46 am · Reply → Do you love grimey,offensive, taboo, heavy but honest punk music with an average song duration of approximately 2 mins?! Then you’ll love Guttural Riot. Hailing from Los Angeles, CA, GR consists of Alex “Sugar” Feuer and Michael “Gunther” Elliot. Together, they write heavy punk rock that is reviving the scene. Gunther handles all of the blistering musical duties, while Sugar sings in-your-face, honest vocals. All the recordings are performed and written by these 2 punks. For their live show they are backed by their closed friends and very talented musicians: Berserker Greg: Rhythm guitar T “The Animal” Stone: Drums Joey: Bass Guttural Riot has just released “The Gary Ep”. We are looking for reviews, features,interviews, and any other form of exposure so we can get the ep out to the masses! The ep is out now on iTunes, Spotify, and other major digital distribution outlets, but you can stream it here: gutturalriot.bandcamp.com Alice August 23, 2016 at 11:13 am · Reply → FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 22, 2016 youbloomLA Music Summit and Festival enters its third year showcasing local and international bands and music industry speakers. September 29, 30, and October 1st across Los Angeles. Los Angeles, CA: youbloom, an annual international music festival and conference, expands its reach for youbloomLA 2016 to include Downtown LA, Northeast LA, and Culver City. Now in its third year, youbloomLA 2016 is excited to announce its bands and speakers. “No”, and “Mars and the Massacre” are two of the musical highlights this year. The conference organizers have managed to maintain the level of intimacy and integrity expected from a youbloom conference while growing their reach considerably. The panelists are top notch and the areas of expertise covered have widened, and youbloom will be presenting special sessions on live and touring, music licensing, digital marketing, and a special panel on “Women in Music”. Music conferences are often underrepresented on the Westside, and youbloomLA is thrilled to partner with Hamilton High School for the Arts for the conference segment and with Musicians Institute with a number of its artists showcasing. This year’s keynote speakers are Liz Garo, talent buyer/event producer at Spaceland Productions (The Echo, Echoplex, Regent Theater and more) and Darrell Brown, songwriter, arranger with worldwide music sales of over 72 million units. There will be over 40 speakers from all areas of the industry, including Loretta Munoz (ASCAP), Brad Rains (Atlantic), Les Borsai (Gridhub), Taylor Kahan, (Crowdsurf), and Jeremy Hammond (Western Front). The youbloom A&R Team has also curated over 80 bands from 6 countries as well as the US, including, Brazil, UK, Sweden and Ireland and includes genres such as hip hop, rock, reggae, folk, bluegrass, pop, Mediterranean and more. Full list http://www.youbloom.com/ybla-2016/ Alan August 22, 2016 at 4:24 pm · Reply → Romantic Encounters, a monthly storytelling show hosted & curated by Melinda Hill (ADVENTURE TIME, RENO 911) and featuring celebrated humorists sharing their funniest love and sex stories, has its next installment on Monday, August 29th at 7pm at UCB Sunset. The show shares its name with Hill’s popular, award-winning web series, that has garnered millions of views on multiple platforms and has been called “a female LOUIE.” Past line ups include: TJ Miller, Margaret Cho, Andy Dick, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Kirk Fox, Claudia Lonow, Jonathan Schmock, Dana Gould Tickets are $5, and can be purchased now at https://sunset.ucbtheatre.com/performance/48605 The live show has been sold out every month, so audience members should be sure to order tickets ahead of time online to insure seating. Rye-Li August 22, 2016 at 6:25 am · Reply → Rye-Li will be performing at Amplyfi, 5617 Melrose Ave Los Angeles, CA. Show starts 7 pm. Tickets available at http://amplyfi.tunestub.com/event.cfm?id=246752&cart. Rye-Li from Philadelphia blends original electronic music with some of his favorite producers’ tunes. His attempt to revive live electronic performance follows the acts of Odesza, Chet Faker, Porter Robinson and Disclosure. After years of playing in an alternative rock band, he is finally embarking on a solo tour. Rye-Li creates a unique electronic music environment with the use of a keyboard, a sampling percussion pad and a performance controller. Listen: http://www.soundcloud.com/rye-li Follow: https://twitter.com/ryelimusic Like: https://www.facebook.com/ryelimusic/ The Sovereign Artist August 16, 2016 at 2:35 pm · Reply → My name is Carolina. I sing lead for The Sovereign Artist band. We play a new Soul Rock sound with high energy. Owe draw our influence from bands like Fishbone with a RATM like message and an Outkast flow. We are performing live at The Mint located at 6010 West Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035. The show is on Friday, September 16th and our set starts at 11pm. I would personally like to invite you all to come out that night. You may also look forward to performances by Alicia Blue, Tommy alexander, Ziptie, and The Buffalo Grass. The drinks are stong, the food is pretty good, and the music should be dope. Hope you can make it. Carolina West Elisa Tapia August 12, 2016 at 8:51 pm · Reply → FAULTLINES ANNOUNCES TELEPHONE PHILOSOPHIES EP RELEASE, WATCH VIDEO SINGLE “WOODEN BRIDGES” Los Angeles, CA: California folk-pop outfit Faultlines to drop sophomore EP Telephone Philosophies on August 19, 2016. The five song record is preceded by lead single “Wooden Bridges” released June 14. You can watch the youtube video at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dA6HU53ACYM Album pre-release concert scheduled for 7pm at Ocean Prime, Beverly Hills, CA, on August 18 with a follow up at Santa Ana’s Gypsy Den on August 23 at 7:30pm. The 5 song EP was recorded and mixed between Jim Henson Studios Hollywood and in North Hollywood by Brazilian sound architect, Lineu Andrade. While Telephone Philosophies picks and strums in the sonic playground of country and folk, it lives comfortably in the 2016 world of Adele and Johnnyswim. Telephone Philosophies will be available August 19, 2016 on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and all digital stores. Packing venues in the Southern California scene, this folk-pop trio is comprised of members Todd McCool, Ashley Morgan, and John Flanagan – each with a resume backing up major label artists as singers, players, and songwriters respectively. The combined synergistic effect has been described as an amazing and impressive breath of fresh air. Their lauded three-part harmonies are a metaphor for their work. With unique strengths these individuals are able to put their best cards on the table for a royal flush of a musical performance. In 2016, Faultlines opened up for a range of artists including Christina Perri and Easton Corbin, owing to their urban pop and roots country sound. Faultlines’ goal is simple: to play everywhere, all of the time, and of course, shake up the current state of commercial music. Taylor Briggs August 1, 2016 at 5:43 pm · Reply → Band Name: Taylor Briggs MP3 Link: https://soundcloud.com/taylor_briggs Website: http://www.taylorbriggs.net Hi, I’m Taylor Briggs, and I’m a 17 year old songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Los Angeles. My music is pop with alternative/electronic/rock influences. I’ve been playing guitar, bass, cello, and singing and playing in bands for almost ten years. At 15 I received a scholarship on guitar to Berklee College of Music’s 5-Week Summer program, and then went back the next summer with a scholarship on vocals. I played all the instruments on the tracks and mixed the music too. I’m working with Nicholas Fournier to remix and master it all as well. I’ll be doing a showcase at the Troubadour this Fall to promote my music. Thank you for taking the time to listen to my music! Dita Dimone July 29, 2016 at 9:19 pm · Reply → The cultural/educational benefit concert concert to preserve our local park and urban wildlife. it brings the local and artistic communities together to network and enjoy a world-class audio/visual experience. Hope we can count on your support featuring and/or adding to your calendar. :) AWARD-WINNING COMPOSER PRESENTS NORDIC NOIR LA: A BENEFIT CONCERT FOR FRIENDS OF GRIFFITH PARK Danish Composer Jacob Groth brings the best of Nordic culture to LA’s famed Greek Theatre Los Angeles, CA – July 29, 2016 – On September 25, renowned film composer Jacob Groth (The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo – Stieg Larsson) and the Danish Film Harmonics Orchestra will perform at Los Angeles’ Greek Theatre as part of Nordic Noir LA: A Benefit Concert for Friends of Griffith Park. Viewers can also expect surprise celebrity guests and presentations that will soon be revealed. Produced by Groth, a leader in composing scores for the crime fiction drama genre Nordic Noir, the concert will feature a unique experience that shares the best of Nordic culture with the Los Angeles community including delectable cuisine, captivating visual art, surprise live performances and more! Doors open at 6:00 p.m. The concert begins at 8:00 p.m. The Greek Theatre is located at 2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles CA 90027. Regular admission tickets are available for $40 – $85 each and VIP tickets are available at $200 per pair. Our VIP guests will enjoy complimentary Nordic cuisine and beverages at a VIP reception. Wildlife supporters, music fans and local residents are all invited to come and enjoy a spectacular night of culture, music, education and fun! The event is sponsored by ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers), National Wildlife Foundation, Danish Arts Council, KODA (Danish Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) Living Out Loud Magazine, Musik Forlaegerne, DJBFA and ROSA (Musical-political organization that supports Danish music through grants from the Music Act) and The Greek theatre. For tickets and more information please visit: http://www.nordicnoirla.com/ Nordic Noir – Los Angeles Page https://www.facebook.com/Nordic-Noir-Los-Angeles-1206781369334508/ @NordicNoirLA For press inquiries and image requests please contact: Dita Dimone Sweet Heat Public Relations info@sweetheatpr.com Tiffany Tse July 26, 2016 at 4:07 pm · Reply → Venice Family Clinic’s Crestwood Hills’ Architecture Tour Join us for a tour of this unique Brentwood enclave as the modern past meets the present. Founded by musicians as a social living experiment in the 1940s, it is one of the only successful post WWII utopian communities to have existed. The mid-century modern homes were designed by A. Quincy Jones. This is a tour you won’t want to miss! When: Saturday, October 1st, 2016 Where: Crestwood Hills Tickets: $175 Donation Contact and RSVP: Kaylie Alexander KDAlexander@mednet.ucla.edu Website: http://www.vfcshop.com/collections/architecture-tour-tickets/products/architecture-tour-crestwood-hills-october-1st Neil Martinson July 12, 2016 at 3:47 pm · Reply → SMiLE! at HM157 Presents: MIRANDA LEE RICHARDS WILL IVY FOXTAILS BRIGADE (SF) WYMOND MILES (SF – Record Release!) CAMILLE MAI (SF) + DJ Neil Martinson https://www.facebook.com/HM157 The featured performers with their links and a youtube tune for each of them: http://www.mirandaleerichards.com http://tinyurl.com/jm3asyw https://www.facebook.com/will.ivy.7 http://tinyurl.com/zdrmfaa https://www.facebook.com/camillemaimusic http://tinyurl.com/gnsk8kx https://www.facebook.com/foxtailsbrigade http://tinyurl.com/zbgovpm Wymond Miles (SF – Record Release) https://www.facebook.com/WymondMiles http://tinyurl.com/zfgv39n DJ Neil Martinson (SMiLE! Presents) https://www.facebook.com/neilmartinson Emeroy Bernardo July 2, 2016 at 12:16 am · Reply → Who doesn’t like a nice pair of shoes? The feel, the smell, and the look of how you first put them on. They can be the perfect tool for the perfect moment. High heels for a beautiful model. Construction boots for the construction workers daily grind. Basketball shoes to display the athletes arsenal of talent. From high heels to Jordans to army boots, Sneaker Suites dives deep into the diverse and personal relationship street dancers have with the most highly-purchased fashion items in the world: sneakers. Fusing provocative poetry, hip hop choreography, childhood memories, and instrumental beats, Sneaker Suites unravels the iconic importance of sneakers through this multi-layered performance. Sneakers represent empowerment and exploitation, and Sneaker Suites grapples with the contradictions of this symbolism with funk and style. From Seattle to Wyoming, New York to Philadelphia, Antics has successfully sold out shows and captivated the audience. Sneaker Suites will be making its Los Angeles premiere July 8th and 9th at the Ivy Substation. This performance is made possible in part by a Culver City Performing Arts Grant with support from Sony Pictures Entertainment. 9070 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 Venice and Culver July 8th and 9th at 8:00 pm Adult Pre-Sale Ticket $30.00 ($32.04 w/service fee) Students/Seniors Pre-Sale $25.00 ($26.87 w/service fee) Adult: Shoe Donation Discount $25.00 ($26.87 w/service fee) Must bring one pair of gently used shoes to donate to Soles4Souls.org at will call. General Seating. Student/Senior Shoe Donation $20.00 ($21.69 w/service fee) Must bring one pair of gently used shoes to donate to Soles4Souls.org at will call AND valid student or senior ID. General Seating. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2555010 Artists/Performers: Antics Dance Company: -Bliss Ultraomni -Ebonee Arielle -Cyrian Reed -Liezel Marie -Valerie Hwang -Emeroy Bernardo -Stephen Velazquez -Bboy Crumbs -Amy “Catfox” Campion -Mike “Menace” Rebong -John “Black Magick” Liggins Emeroy Bernardo – Social Media Marketing Director – e3klives@gmail.com Amy Campion – Director – bgirlcatfox@gmail.com Adrianne July 1, 2016 at 12:33 am · Reply → Micha Schellhaas Trio LIVE! July 6th – 8:30pm-10-pm The Micha Schellhaas trio is a power-fusion ensemble playing a dynamic mix of jazz, blues, and rock, showcasing Micha’s deep compositional skills and masterful touch on the guitar. This energetic and virtuosic power-trio play compositions off Micha’s EP “Wings of Fire” and his debut album “Double Take” both of which were produced by the legendary Carl Verheyen. The diverse compositions are an eclectic mix of guitar-driven melodic blues and jazz fusion venturing into rock — a sure bet to entertain and thrill fans of all three genres. Come to our first L.A. performance Wednesday, July 6th at GENGHIS COHEN, 740 N. Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046 Micha, who holds a masters degree from the esteemed Dutch ARTEZ conservatory, is backed up by two young musicians both Berklee grads: Elin Sandberg on the bass and Johannes Gritschacher playing drums. http://www.michamusic.com For additional information, contact Adrianne at 562-577-0054 tonehunter.booking@gmail.com CM June 29, 2016 at 2:51 pm · Reply → The Cherry Bluestorms are set to perform Thursday, July 21 at EB’s Beer & Wine Bar’s West Patio Stage in The Original Farmers Market, 6333 W 3rd St., Los Angeles at 7:00 p.m. This is a free, all ages performance. Guitarist Glen Laughlin had ended a long stint with punk rock legends The Dickies, and singer Deborah Gee had been working as a solo artist, having signed a development deal with A&M Records. Her drummer at that time was Alan Myers (Devo). Laughlin and Gee met at a coffeehouse and began working at Laughlin’s studio. The Cherry Bluestorms’ debut album Transit of Venus and follow-up Bad Penny Opera were praised by the San Diego Troubadour, L.A. Weekly, Goldmine, Glasswerk UK, and others. Drummer Mark Francis White joined the band shortly before the release of Bad Penny Opera. The Cherry Bluestorms have graced stages around the world, including The Cavern Club in Liverpool, The Bull & Gate and Dublin Castle in London, Toronto’s The Rivoli, and Los Angeles staple The Troubadour. The band has recently received radio airplay on Rodney Bingenheimer’s Rodney On The ROQ on KROQ, as well as in the UK, Japan, South America and France. For more information on The Cherry Bluestorms you can find them at their official website (www.thecherrybluestorms.com) or on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Courtney Meloche/Representative 323-377-6253 thecherrybluestormsmusic@gmail.com Vicky Forst June 23, 2016 at 6:01 pm · Reply → Twilight Concert Series Join us each Thursday this summer for a free night of music at the Santa Monica Pier. This year’s eclectic lineup will feature two artists each week of a specific musical genre including the likes of Mayer Hawthorne, BøRNS, RÜFÜS DU SOL, Mavis Staples, Holy Ghost!, The Psychedelic Furs, Protoje & The Indiggnation, plus many more. Visit http://santamonicapier.org/ for more information. Complete lineup: July 7 — Mayer Hawthorne and Alina Baraz July 14 — BØRNS and Porches July 21 — Psychedelic Furs and Day Wave July 28 — Protoje & The Indiggnation and Raging Fyah Aug. 4 — Natalia Lafourcade and Monsieur Periné Aug. 11 — RÜFÜS DU SOL and Marc Baker Aug. 18 — Mavin Staples and the Suffers Aug. 25 — Save Ferris, Cibo Matto and winner of Rusty’s local band competition Sept. 1 — Unknown Mortal Orchestra and Steady Holiday Sept. 8 — Ohio Players and Holy Ghost! Jamie Jackson June 13, 2016 at 3:35 pm · Reply → Come out and support firefighters at our Fire it Up BBQ Competition featuring Richard Fields Foodnetwork’s winner of Chopped and competitor Mark Curry, winner of Foodnetwork’s Guy’s Grocery Games. Date and Time: August 13, 2016, 11am to 4pm. Location: African American Firefighter Museum: 1401 S. Central Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90021 Lori De Waal June 8, 2016 at 5:06 pm · Reply → Joan Benedict Steiger to Sign Her Autobiography Brooklyn Baby at DIESEL, A Bookstore, in Santa Monica on Sunday, June 12th Joan Benedict Steiger will discuss and sign copies of her autobiography Brooklyn Baby (A Hollywood insider’s amazing journey through love, loss, and laughter) on Sunday, June 12th at 3 pm-4 pm at DIESEL, A Bookstore, located at 225 26th St. Santa Monica, California, 90402. The event is open to the public. Benedict Steiger’s marriage to Academy-Award winning actor Rod Steiger ended on July 9, 2002 when he passed away at a Los Angeles hospital. It wasn’t the first time she had lost a man she loved… and it wouldn’t be the last. In spite of such trials, Joan has maintained a contagiously upbeat and positive outlook throughout her life. As a star of the stage and screen with countless credits to her name, Joan has worked with nearly every Hollywood icon in the business and counts many of them among her friends. Her fascinating story is filled with some of the highest highs and lowest lows that life can offer. Ultimately however, Brooklyn Baby is a fascinating story guaranteed to inspire its readers and challenge all of us to follow our dreams. Brooklyn Baby was co-authored by David Minasian. The book is being published by BearManor Media. Matt Kriger June 1, 2016 at 5:04 pm · Reply → Knights of Audio are hosting an event at the Viper Room “Flash Back” on Saturday, July 9th. It will be a night of all 80s including live bands, DJ playing all 80s hits, 80s cosplayers, and will be an event on the “Nerd Out” App. Come on out and enjoy a night with your favorite 80s hits! Tickets are $10. Matt Kriger Knights of Audio Hooka Hey May 24, 2016 at 4:08 pm · Reply → Hooka Hey from Austin Texas at The Hi Hat (with Uncles) Fri June 3 Culture Collide said: “A layered, dangerous ride hinting at Eastern mysticism and crazy, seductive Creole voodoo.(…) Their work is urgent and unrelenting, possessing a musical confidence even early in the game. (…) And like any burning passion, they will leave you wanting more” Hooka Hey plays blues-based tribal beats with smoky, sludgy riffs drenched and charged like the air just before a rainstorm. Organic and raw, their “Transylvanian Voodoo” sound encompasses a wide variety of grooves and tones evoking artists like Queens of The Stone Age or Jack White. Toi Green May 19, 2016 at 3:08 pm · Reply → Wasteland World Inc., the creators of Wasteland Weekend are holding their first ever car show on May 21st, 2016 at Alpine Village in Torrance, CA, starting at 12 noon. 833 Torrance Blvd, Torrance CA 90502 Wasteland Weekend is the world’s largest Mad Max fan festival and post-apocalyptic party. As the event has grown, it has begun attracting “wasteland cars” from across the country to its remote location in the Mojave Desert. Now, the creators of this growing annual celebration have decided that it’s time to bring this end-of-the-world showcase to civilization. “We had over a hundred of these amazing vehicles cruising out in the desert last year, and we thought it was time to let the general public, who might not make it to one of our events, see these incredible, one-of-a-kind creations up close” says the event’s director and co-owner Jared Butler. “Wasteland Weekend is for Wastelanders” elaborates Wasteland co-owner Adam Chilson, “but now we can invite everyone else to get a little taste of what we’re all about”. While Wasteland Weekend is a four day, costumes-required, themed desert party that brings in hardcore fans from all over the world, the new Wasteland World Car Show is a one day, all-ages, free-to-the-public event in an urban setting. “The barrier to entry for this is MUCH lower, so that anyone can come appreciate these cars up close” says Chilson. “We’d love to see ‘Wasteland cars’ gain acceptance in the wider car community as another style or genre in the custom car world, alongside hot rods, street rods, and rat rods”, says Butler. Just what IS a “wasteland car”? Butler explains: “It can be hard to define, but you know it when you see it. The movement kind of started with people building replicas of cars from the Mad Max movies, but they’ve evolved over the years into a kind of mix between a lifted off-road vehicle and a rat rod. Car folks love to argue over definitions, but the wasteland car is about ignoring a lot of the rules and having fun. So, since a wasteland car is mostly about aesthetics, if it LOOKS like a wasteland car, then it IS one. We have some that are made by professionals and made on a bigger budget, and some thrown together by amateurs. When we judge them for a contest, build quality IS a factor, but the biggest factors are creativity and style. There are a lot of exceptions within the category, but in general, a wasteland car will be lifted rather than lowered (because roads won’t be well-maintained after the apocalypse), they’ll predate computers so they’re easy to service in a burnt out world of the future, and they’ll have some kind of offensive capability – Because you gotta be a road warrior.” Chilson adds, “The emphasis on looks really borrows a lot from building movie cars. Except in this case, the movie might just be in the owner’s head.” The car show lasts until 7pm and will feature costumed Wastelanders modeling with the cars and entertaining the crowd, professional photographers, and vendors selling themed merchandise. At 7pm, the action shifts inside to the Alpine Village’s newly-renovated Steinhouse bar & restaurant, which features a full entertainment stage and dance floor. Chilson says, “We couldn’t just bring out all of these cars and Wastelanders and not have one of our signature parties at the end of it”. The party will feature live rock bands, DJs, vendors, and performers ($8 cover at the door, with discounted online pre-sale tickets available). “I don’t think there’s ever been a car event quite like this” says Butler. Chilson agrees, “I think it’s time to put on a show that will inspire the next generation of crazy Mad Max car builders”. wastelandweekend@gmail.com Full event info, including car photos: wastelandweekend.com/carshow Facebook event: http://www.wastelandweekend.com facebook.com/wastelandweekend 626 Golden Streets May 19, 2016 at 5:43 pm · Reply → SAVE-the-DATE: Sunday June 26 — THE BIGGEST PARTY IN THE 626! 626 Golden Streets presented by Metro will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to walk, bike, run, skate, scoot, dance and play on over 18 miles of “open streets” linking 7 Foothill cities and 6 Gold Line stations. Designed to celebrate the opening Foothill Gold Line extension and encourage healthy active transportation, the FREE, family-friendly event has been scheduled for “626 Day” – Sunday June 26, 2016 – and will touch much of the (626) area code. The historic event will be one of the largest of its kind in the United States, and quite possibly the first in the nation in which 8 distinct jurisdictions work together to host a connected “ciclovia” on the same day. As with any open streets event, 626 Golden Streets will not feature a start or finish. Attendees can come and go; stop and explore; and traverse as much or as little of the route as they wish. Along the way there will be 7 distinct activity zones featuring activities such as live music, free fitness classes, pop-up art exhibits, family-friendly play zones and more. The day will kick off at 7:30am with the Train Run (www.thetrainrun.com), the San Gabriel Valley’s first point-to-point half marathon from South Pasadena to Duarte. Upon finishing runners will receive a TAP card and be able to ride the Gold Line ride back to the start. For more information, visit http://www.626goldenstreets.com. WHAT: 626 Golden Streets presented by Metro – Free community “ciclovia” WHO: All ages, family-friendly event WHEN: Sunday June 26, 2016 (8am-2pm general route; select hubs until 3pm) WHERE: South Pasadena, San Marino, LA County, Arcadia, Monrovia, Duarte, Irwindale, Azusa Three Rooms Press May 16, 2016 at 11:46 am · Reply → ¡LA DI DADA! A Highly Eclectic Performance Event Hell-Bent on Blowing Minds –plus the official West Coast launch of MAINTENANT 10(0): Journal of Contemporary Dada Writing and Art celebrating the Dada Centennial Saturday, June 13, 2016 \| 8:00-11:00 pm 681 Venice Bl. Venice, CA 90291 Prepare for an evening of incredibly provocative, eclectic art and performance on as Three Rooms Press presents ¡LA DI DADA! a wild ride of contemporary DaDa performance and poetry by leading maverick artists. The event includes the West Coast launch of the internationally-renowned MAINTENANT 10(0): Journal of Contemporary DaDa Writing and Art (2015, Three Rooms Press), which features more than 170 visual and literary works by artists and writers worldwide in Full Color Throughout!!! The event takes place Saturday, June 11, 8-11 pm at Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center in Venice. Costumes encouraged. Come as you aren’t!!! Featured performers include Beyond Baroque director and poet Richard Modiano, Poet/Performer extraordinaire S.A. Griffin, artist Bob Branaman, famed playwright-poet Doug Knott (Last of the Knotts), performance poet non-pareil Linda J. Albertano, LA Dada Maestros Mike M. Mollett and Neal Skooter Taylor, Fluxus artist Bibiana Padilla Maltos, poet-performer Christian Georgescu, poet-musician-playwright Jan Michael Alejandro, Circuitry & Poetry with Mona Jean Cedar & Jeff Boynton, Dada artists Rabyn Blake, and Alex Nodopaka, plus special tribute and dedication to our dearly departed Dada Diva Cynthia Toronto. Three Rooms Press co-directors and New York-based performance artists Peter Carlaftes and Kat Georges will host. General admission is $10; discounted admission for seniors, students and Beyond Baroque members is $6. Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center is at 681 Venice Blvd., Venice, CA 90291, phone: 310-822-3006. For additional information and reservations, email info@threeroomspress.com. About Maintenant 10(0) Maintenant 10(0): A Journal of Contemporary DaDa Writing and Art (Three Rooms Press, 2016) is the most recent installment of an annual series published since 2005. The current issue features work by Charles Plymell, Mike Watt, Grant Hart, A.D. Winans, Mark Kostabi, Raymond Pettbon. John M. Bennett, S.A. Griffin, Claude Pelieu, Mary Beach,Joel Hubaut, Philip Meersman, Luc Fierens, Renaat Ramon, Patrice Lerochereuil and many more. Copies will be available for purchase at the event. Three Rooms Press is a fiercely independent New York-based publisher inspired by dada, punk and passion. Founded in 1993, it serves as a leading independent publisher of cut-the-edge creative, including fiction, memoir, poetry translations, drama and art. In addition, Three Rooms Press produces and promotes a variety of literary and cultural events in New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Brussels, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and more, including readings, plays, workshops and concerts. Three Rooms Press books are distributed in the U.S. and internationally by PGW/Perseus. Phoebe Foo May 13, 2016 at 11:51 am · Reply → VENICE FAMILY CLINIC ART WALK & AUCTIONS Tickets: FREE; OPEN TO PUBLIC Date: Sunday May 22, 2016 Time: Noon-6pm Location: Google Los Angeles, 340 Main Street Venice, CA “Join Los Angeles’ hottest established and emerging contemporary artists in raising over $750,000 to fund health care for the 24,000 low-income, uninsured and homeless patients of Venice Family Clinic. Venice Family Clinic’s Art Walk & Auctions brings thousands of artists and volunteers together to provide health care to those with nowhere else to turn. Experience exceptional art and make a meaningful impact in your community at this not-to-be-missed annual event. Hosted at Google Los Angeles, Venice Family Clinic’s Art Walk & Auctions is free and open to the public and showcases a gallery-quality contemporary silent art auction. Don’t miss the accompanying artist studio tours, artisan shops, family activities, entertainment, music, food and more at the most anticipated art event of the year! For more information please go to http://www.theveniceartwalk.org Amanda May 11, 2016 at 11:40 am · Reply → Title: RJ Comer Performing Live ! Time: 8 pm – 10 pm Venue: KULAK’S WOODSHED Location: 5230 LAUREL CANYON BLVD., LOS ANGELES CA RJ Comer is a Los Angeles city boy with swamp water in his veins who started out singing in church and around the campfire, but ended up in a lot bad places at wrong times. His brand of Americana & Blues reflects the kind of man he is and was. RJ will be playing crowd favorites as well as songs from his latest EP Nightly Suicide, showcasing the talented singer-songwriter’s gritty and bluesy vocals with a fusion of Americana-Rock. Shelley May 10, 2016 at 10:35 am · Reply → Joan Benedict Steiger to Sign Her Autobiography Brooklyn Baby at Room at the Beach in Malibu on June 4th Joan Benedict Steiger will sign copies and do a reading of her autobiography Brooklyn Baby (A Hollywood insider’s amazing journey through love, loss, and laughter) on Saturday, June 4th at 1:30-3:30 pm (Joan will do a reading from her book at 2:30 pm) at Room at the Beach, 3835 Cross Creek Rd #23, Malibu, CA 90265. The event is open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Alexis May 5, 2016 at 8:42 am · Reply → The Echo & Play Like A Girl Present The Bulls \| Kera and The Lesbians \| The Regrettes \| Night Talks at The Echo TIX ON SALE NOW: bit.ly/LikeAGirlEcho Saturday, May 28nd, 2016 5:30 pm (event ends at 9:00 pm) ALL AGES A once-a- month lady-powered showcase that celebrates some of the raddest female acts around. ALL ARE INVITED to this ALL-AGES show. Check out PLAY LIKE A GIRL ZINE -about music, culture, art, politics- released once a month the night of the show, and extra special content online @playlikeagirlLA. http://www.playlikeagirlla.com/ Kim May 4, 2016 at 4:56 pm · Reply → Sunstock Solar Festival Mixing Solar Power with Music and Art Benefits Kids Cancer Connection Los Angeles, CA (May 4th) – Sunstock Solar Festival is the first completely solar-powered event of its kind and is lighting the way for music and the environment this summer. The festival, which will take place on June 18 at the Autry in Griffith Park, is the first solar powered event of its kind. The event will feature some of the hottest local bands, but it’s also for a good cause. Sunstock Solar Festival will benefit Kids Cancer Connection, a local charity, and help create awareness for alternative energy sources and eco-friendly practices in the music industry. “Music has a way of uplifting, re-energizing and inspiring people. If we can create a positive experience that is also pointed towards a cause and a purpose, we can be more effective and we can be re-energized,” said Sunstock Founder, Skylar Funk. “We come together not just to party and listen to music, but because we know that there has to be a change and we want to be part of the solution. “People can come get involved with these non-profits, or even if they just buy a ticket, they are supporting a good cause,” he added. Sunstock Solar Festival will run all evening, entirely on solar energy, creating a brilliant atmosphere to enjoy great music and celebrate with the community. Funk and his band Trapdoor Social started doing solar-powered concerts in 2015 and are creating Sunstock Solar Festival in order to celebrate solar as a solution, create a positive space for the sustainability movement to come together, and curate great art and music for the Los Angeles community. The festival, which is produced in collaboration with Odd Nights at the Autry, is open to all ages and will include visual artists, activities for kids, food trucks, a 21+ bar and vendors from the area’s craft culture. All proceeds from the event will help fund a solar roof installed by Sunstock partner, GRID Alternatives, for Kids Cancer Connection. With an over-arching goal of uniting the community around sustainable solutions, Sunstock Solar Festival has teamed up with local and national organizations working to reduce our country’s carbon footprint and protect the health of future generations. Partners include the longstanding environmental grassroots organization Sierra Club, as well as Food & Water Watch, SoCal 350, Courage Campaign, GRID Alternatives, Climate Hawks Vote, and Eastside Sol. Sunstock’s musical lineup will include top indie and alternative acts from around the region. Early bird tickets are now available through Eventbrite for $15.00. The festival will be located in a secluded corner of Griffith Park at the Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way. A bike valet and plenty of free parking will be available in the Los Angeles Zoo parking lot. About Sunstock Solar Festival: Doors open at 4PM and music goes live at 5PM. Visit sunstocksolarfestival.com for updated information on the lineup and amenities. For more information on Sunstock Founder, Skylar Funk and band Trapdoor Social, visit trapdoorsocial.com. About Kid’s Cancer Connection: KCC services create community, increase public awareness, build family support systems, and give personal recognition to courageous children and the hard working adults who support them. KCC funds hospitals across the United States and provides tangible security by offering a variety of social services for families, including meal and grocery deliveries, peer counseling, hospital entertainment, and patient advocacy. We believe in the importance of a strong family support system through treatment and recovery, and we recognize the hard work required of everyone involved by providing deals on fun family outings. Kidscancerconnection.org For media inquiries: Kimberly Goodnight at Media Playground PR, kim@mediaplaygroundpr.com (323) 687 3360 Vendor inquiries: Phillip Dane, phillip@theoddmarket.com Chris April 28, 2016 at 2:17 pm · Reply → QUIET LIFE // THE FUZZY CRYSTALS // MIKE QUINN @ The Satellite, May 6 Come kick it :) Embark on a psychedelic excursion into the unknown future of rock and roll. Featuring Portland-based indie overlords QUIET LIFE, as well as LA’s own dreamlike pioneers, THE FUZZY CRYSTALS and MIKE QUINN, it’s going to be a journey into a world of beach tripping, jangly guitars, pyramid power, and mushroom magic. Join us for moments of inspiration, joyous confusion, wonder, and possibly even redemption. Danielle April 28, 2016 at 1:39 am · Reply → #TWERKUMENTARY follows LA-based, Italian director, Spaghetto, on a journey across the World, to discover the origins of Twerk and the evolution of its cultural anomaly. Entertaining and sometimes humorous – what may just seem like cultural fluff – results in an unexpected, deeper conversation about empowerment, freedom of expression and the influence that music and the Internet have on cultures around the world. Featuring: Big Freedia, Diplo, E-40, George Clinton, Ham On Everything, Khia, Kreayshawn, Mike G (Odd Future), Too Short, Dj Jubilee. Once you’ve watched #TWERKUMENTARY, don’t be surprised if you have the sudden urge to do a little of your own booty shaking! TWERKUMENTARY 60m + special guest DJ set WHERE: Wiltern Theater – 3790 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010 WHEN: June 10th, 2016 Doors open at 8pm DETAILS: 18+, full bar and food. Tickets start at $10, more for VIP and private table upgrades GA EARLY BIRD – First 200 people to buy tickets will receive a free signed poster GA SEATED – $10.00 GA DAY OF SHOW TIX – $15.00 Tickets are available on: http://www.wiltern.com/events/eventdetail/?viewNav=/eventdetail&eventId=0900509A520D0BAC&oid=0 Kim April 20, 2016 at 10:35 am · Reply → Early California Antique ‘Celebrates 4 Years‘ EARLY CALIFORNIA ANTIQUE 4361 MELROSE AVE, EAST HOLLYWOOD 90029 APRIL 27TH \| 6 – 9 PM http://www.earlycaliforniaantiques.com Print out or flash this mailer and receive 20% OFF!!! We are throwing an Elaborate Party and you are invited!! Here at Early California Antiques it is our Fourth Anniversary Open House at the happening Hel-Mel. This is what we know as the hopping intersection of Melrose and Heliotrope. OH LA LA MUSIC & FOOD: DJ 3NT, olive oil and wine tasting paired with scrumptious hors d’oeuvres. (Anyone who was at the opening of our Golden West Show in December will remember how good those were!) And that’s just for starts. TIME FOR FUN: We’re having a shard-ware workshop. An introduction to the craft of turning broken pottery, glass, pebbles, you name it into art and artifacts, furniture and objects. You break it, you remake it. UN-broken pottery will be taking a starring role that night tables of bargain vintage pottery, from $5- 20 a piece, will be set up for you. You will be able to mix and match and chose what your heart desires. When we open our boxes we always surprise ourselves and forget the priceless gems we have. So it’s time for these beauties to leave home. Also our chairs, dressers and bed frames at 50% off. That’s right, we mean it… 50% off!! And now for our pièce de résistance. A special show of California Watercolors, featuring the works of Milford Zorne, Robert Boyle and Boris Leven, Joseph Deitch, Jake Lee, Alfred Ybarra, Einar Hansen and others. This will be a real treat. So we hope to see you, old customers and new, friends-to-be, as we celebrate the beginning of our fifth year here in this great place. ABOUT ERIC BERG Eric Berg, with his discerning eye and deep knowledge of the period, has put together a fabulous collection of rare and classic period Monterey, Spanish Revival, California and Mexican Colonial furniture and collectibles, as well as transitional pieces from the Middle East. Eric sells and sources breathtaking vintage treasures. Roman Coppola, Rayan Murphy, Diane Keaton, Chris Pine, decorates and set designers for Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)- are all customers of Early California Antiques, Eric also works closely with designers at Ralph Lauren stocking their stores from Dubai to Palm Springs with early California garden pottery. It is with great pleasure that he announces his appointment this spring as Specialized Antique Expert at Live Auctioneers. VFCArtWalk16 April 18, 2016 at 11:55 am · Reply → Venice Family Clinic’s Architecture Tour: Marmol Radziner’s homes of Venice. Take a fresh look at Venice through the eyes of acclaimed architects Marmol Radziner. Explore Venice during an intimate walking tour of three of their most magnificent homes and rediscover the colorful, unique and comforting place we call home. Venice Family Clinic For any questions or to RSVP contact Cory Lettier, Special Events Coordinator, at CLLettier@mednet.ucla.edu or 310-664-7920 For tickets: http://www.vfcshop.com/collections/architecture-tour-tickets/products/art-architecture-tour-marmol-radziner-homes-in-venice-self-guided-tour-june-11-2016 Andy Jade April 15, 2016 at 12:48 pm · Reply → The Kings of Jade is a new Hard-Rock band that just released their first EP and will soon release their debut album! You can find them all over the internet (Spotify, iTunes, Amazon, Youtube, Facebook, Instagram). They have supported legendary acts such as Ace Frehley, Lita Ford, Michael Monroe and Hardcore Supertar! wwww.thekingsofjade.com http://www.facebook.com/thekingsofjade http://www.instagram.com/thekingsofjade DF April 14, 2016 at 9:48 am · Reply → TRIP BAR in SANTA MONICA 2101 Lincoln Blvd. It’s a special rock blow-out at TRIP bar in SANTA MONICA on Friday night, April 22. Local jam treasure MIDNIGHT BALL (“That Line”) will bring their signature stellar grooves at 10:30. Upstart rock maniacs THE PICTURE BUSINESS (“No Off the Record”) will deliver wild new wave at 11:30. With special guests, and TRIP’s famed beer selection. Not to be missed. $5 after 9 Lynette Martinez April 12, 2016 at 4:25 pm · Reply → Kim April 12, 2016 at 3:36 pm · Reply → LA’S HOTTEST NEW MONTHLY EVENT @ GRIFFITH PARK’S ‘ODD NIGHTS AT THE AUTRY’ GOURMET FOOD TRUCKS, LIVE MUSIC & GUEST DJS, FULL BAR AND UNIQUE FINDS (Los Angeles, CA) It’s back! ODD NIGHTS AT THE AUTRY. Phillip Dane brings another community hot spot to life with a variety of over 100 vendors from 18 gourmet food trucks, Full Bar, custom handmade treasures and live music featuring DJs. This vivid culture is perfect for all ages and families to bring a blanket, host an evening picnic while enjoying the great outdoors. This FREE event is a platform for selected artisans, craftsman, designers, and DIY experts for showcasing their creations and sharing their secrets. The Autry National Center is located in the heart of Griffith Park across from the LA ZOO just off the 134 and 5 interstate. Parking and admission are FREE for all attendees including pets allowing horse owners to wrangle on the spot. There will be plenty of exciting activities for the Kids including a craft and workshop area. ODD NIGHTS AT THE AUTRY is a recipe for bringing the community together and creating lasting memories while tasting new foods, exploring hot trends and discovering one of a kind finds. WHAT: ODD NIGHTS AT THE AUTRY is a curated Etsy-esque event with 100+ booths and vendors of artist, designers of fashion, jewelry, home goods, antiques, collectibles, eats and much more. http://www.theoddmarket.com WHERE: The Autry 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles 90027 WHEN: April 15th 2016 \| 6PM – 11PM PST \| Held 3rd Friday of each month COST: FREE admission and tons of FREE parking at the Zoo. Lori De Waal April 6, 2016 at 11:25 am · Reply → Multi-award winning Lion Ark, the story of the dramatic rescue of 25 lions from Bolivia, plays at the LA Screen Actors Guild, 5.15pm, on Saturday April 9, to help Animal Defenders International (ADI) airlift 33 ex-circus lions from South America to a sanctuary in their native Africa, next month. Described by critics as “uplifting” and “the feel-good movie of the year,” Lion Ark is more action adventure than traditional documentary. It follows an ambitious and daring animal rescue, close up and personal, in the thick of the action as events unfold. Attitudes to animals were changed, illegal circuses tracked down and 25 lions airlifted to freedom. A huge hit at the film festivals Lion Ark racked up 11 awards and secured worldwide distribution deal with ITV GE, with DVD planned for the future. A Q&A after the film from ADI founders Jan Creamer and Tim Phillips will talk about the latest rescue of wild animals from circuses in Peru and Colombia, with a preview of rescue footage from the new operation, Spirit of Freedom. WHAT: Lion Ark helping to SAVE THE LIONS WHEN: Saturday, April 9, 5.15pm WHERE: The Screen Actor’s Guild, 5757 Wilshire Blvd., #PH1, Los Angeles TICKETS: $15 Tickets here The Spirit of Freedom mission has saved over 100 animals including lions, a tiger, bears, monkeys, birds and reptiles. Animals have been nursed back to health at ADI’s temporary custody center. Native wildlife including monkeys, bears and others are now in their forever homes – specially built Amazon sanctuary habitats. Some lucky animals have already gone back into the wild and others are scheduled for wild release after rehabilitation. Following Colombia’s new law, the first nine lions have been handed over and will join the 24 Peru lions to travel to their forever home. The Save the Lions screening is to help raise the cost of the flight for 33 lions, who have endured hell on earth in Latin American circuses, to fly home to their native Africa. The lions will have natural, secure habitats at Emoya Big Cat Sanctuary in South Africa, see http://lionsbacktoafrica.org/ The Spirit of Freedom flight is next month and each lion needs a sponsor for their $10,000 ticket to freedom. Rose April 4, 2016 at 2:43 pm · Reply → Ice Station Valencia, 22745 Smyth Drive, Valencia CA 91355 Cost: $25 for two hours of instruction You’ve seen the sport in the Olympics, you’ve heard about it from someone you know, and you’ve thought, “hey, I wonder if I can do that?” Come find out for yourself! With no experience necessary, come on out to see what the roaring game is all about. Learn how to deliver a stone, and how to sweep it down the ice. Find out what hoglines, hacks, buttons, and houses all have to do with it. Bring your families out and learn together. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing that you can lunge in (stretch!), warm socks, and rubber soled, closed toe shoes. Sneakers work well. (We suggest no Converse, Toms, or other low-profile soles- your feet will get cold!). Dress in layers (it can be cold on the ice, but you’ll warm up once you start sweeping). Our instructors will give you an overall understanding of what you need to play the game. You’ll learn the basics of throwing, sweeping, and some basic game flow & strategy. By the end of just one session, you can be ready to join our fall league and master the game! Spaces must be reserved in advance. Kids 10 and up are welcome, but require a parent or guardian to sign the waiver. Please arrive 30 min early to complete waivers and registration. Tacos Catering for Concerts and Music Events March 28, 2016 at 2:31 pm · Reply → I love this site and all the work they do for the music community in Los Angeles. You’ve give tons of new hard working artists an avenue to promote their art. We work with producers and venues to provide great tasting tacos for your events. Check us out. Christina Higa March 26, 2016 at 7:36 pm · Reply → Los Angeles, CA—April 7, 2016 New Moon Festival is a multi-media arts event celebrating the night of the new moon—the first phase of the moon’s cycle. A time for rejuvenation and new beginnings, a one-night symbolic portal for creation and reinvention. New Moon Festival provides a space for local artists, musicians and creators to showcase their talents. Created by a group of young artists and entrepreneurs, Christina Higa, Emily Kocontes, Zachary Mcdermott, Nini Nguyen, and Alexandra Valenti (also known as the New Moon Team), this event is a celebration of creativity, discovery and healing. Located in downtown Los Angeles at Peace Yoga Gallery (903 S Main St, Los Angeles CA 90015), New Moon Festival embraces the diversity and creativity fostered in the area, bringing together art and music lovers from all over. 100% of this event’s proceeds will go to the New Moon Team’s charity of choice, Room to Read USC, an organization that promotes literacy and provides students with opportunities to mentor children in the local neighborhood. The event is open to the public. New Moon Festival will be featuring indie electro-pop music provided by Sophia Black, RKCB, MONT BLVCK, and Flash Floods. Visionary paintings by emerging and established artists will be exhibited along with a live art show by artist, Emma Escamilla. Psychedelic graphic visuals created by Imaginal Cell will be projected onto the walls to accompany the musical performances. Trendy vendors will line the venue selling a variety of New Moon Essentials, ranging from jewelry to flower crowns to organic fruit snacks. Guests will be able to enjoy crystal healers and raw vegan food made by Cherri Rae, the wonderful owner of the venue, who will lead an interactive yoga session to the end night. Sophia Black: 20-year-old trilingual pop star RKCB: LA-based duo MONT BLVCK: LA-based Indie-electro duo Flash Floods: Electro-classical band Michael Chang Emma Escamilla (live art) Paige Strabala Emily Arakawa Cherri Rae Lola Crowns Silver Lining Bikinis Pulp Pantry Violent Lips Private Cartel Nikita Jewelry $10 at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-moon-festival-2016-tickets-22754921583 For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/965684246852389/ For additional information please contact Christina Higa, (808) 341-6914 or chiga@usc.edu and/or visit the Facebook Event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/965684246852389/ Emily Benson March 24, 2016 at 10:26 pm · Reply → Music & Ninkasi at Lot 1 Café! There is an awesome beer/music/art event at Lot 1 Café on April 3rd at 7 PM! San Diego’s Best Pop, Gayle Skidmore, will be performing along with locals Valeri Lopez and KULA and Oakland act Minor Birds. Gayle’s beer sponsor, Ninkasi Brewing, will be putting on a Ninkasi night, and Gayle and Chelsea of Minor Birds will be displaying some of their original artwork. This is a free event! We hope you can make it! April 3rd Lot 1 Café (1533 Sunset Blvd.) 7 PM. http://www.raincoatrecords.com Giorgia Ori March 24, 2016 at 1:11 pm · Reply → THE ULTIMATE WORKSHOP While traveling develops your skills, forges who you are, and who you will become, it also requires pre-planning, mental preparation, and physical training. This unique workshop introduces you to the key elements of traveling, with one-on-one instructions and private consultation. The workshop helps you choose the best destinations, estimate a budget and plan the trip. It gives you precious tips on how to relate with the new culture, and stay safe while adventuring. The workshop includes a 2 hours Photography Workshop (class 3) with major focus on travel photography as well as a 2 hours Writing Workshop (class 4), in collaboration with a qualified tutor. Writing, meant as a method to externate feelings, is indeed a great tool for travelers. This workshop is meant to give you all the knowledge and confidence you need in order to take your first steps into the world. THE 4 CLASS PACKAGE INCLUDES Food, snacks, and sodas One Lonely Planet for each student Notebooks and pen Paper notes and dropbox folder One-on-one travel consultation Final private party Saturdays, 1.30pm-3.30pm (April 9th, April 16th, April 23rd, April 30th) Wednesday, 7.30pm-9.30pm (April 13th, April 20th, April 27th, May 4th) FOR MORE INFO AND TO BUY TICKETS VISIT https://howtotravel.eventbrite.com This unique workshop introduces you to the key elements of traveling, with one-on-one instructions and private consultation. The workshop helps you choose the best destinations, estimate a budget and plan the trip. It gives you precious tips on how to relate with the new culture, and stay safe while adventuring. Niki J Crawford March 23, 2016 at 12:14 pm · Reply → An Evening with Niki J Crawford (2 sets) Live at Mrs Fish (Free Show) Mrs Fish http://www.mrsfish.com Address: 448 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90013 Sat March 26th, 2016 / Doors 7pm / Show 10:00pm No Cover / 21+ Niki J Crawford and her band bring the heat with a high energy soul get down. After a short break following her recent tour, where she performed more than 200 shows worldwide, Niki is back with a new band, new songs and a new show. Niki will be preforming songs of her debut release “The Genesis Block” and new songs from her forthcoming second record. “Niki J. Crawford’s first EP titled The Genesis Block is carried by soaring and multi-layered vocals, her most fully realized work to date that is finely attuned and anchored by the type of rhythmic instrumentation that allows her range and depth to be heard in its finest hour. The songs are rooted in unabashed free expression with profoundly selfless lyrical compositions usually reserved for the most mature of songwriters. Each track teeters on themes of romance and conceit while remaining heartfully optimistic throughout the final verse”. Niki and the band have shared the stage and have played with Carlos Santana, Snoop Dogg, Al Green, Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings, Aaron Neville, Macy Grey, Booker T Jones, The Roots, Galactic and Orgone. Come out for a rare opportunity to see this rising talent in an intimate nightclub setting. http://www.nikijcrawford.com Three Rooms Press March 22, 2016 at 9:45 pm · Reply → Three Rooms Press and Beyond Baroque Literary \| Arts Center present The Official West Coast Launch of BAD: The Autobiography of James Carr Friday, April 1, 8 pm Beyond Baroque Literary \| Arts Center 681 N. Venice Blvd., Venice, CA \| 310-822-3006 On Friday April 1, Three Rooms Press and Beyond Baroque present the Official L.A. Launch of BAD: The Autobigraphy of James Carr, the harrowing, brutal, and unapologetic 1972 autobiography by James Carr, a notorious African-American career criminal who went straight out of Compton to a reformatory after burning down his school at the age of 10. A brutal indictment of the American penal system and a primer for the present-day seeds of institutionalized racism in this country, BAD goes where no other book has ever gone before and so did James Carr. After years in and out of prison (mostly in) Carr wound up bunking with George Jackson (Soledad Brother) in Folsom Prison, who taught him to read and write, and inspired him they fight for a position of strength along the radical stream of the 1960s including years with the Black Panthers, Angela Davis, the BLA and more. When finally released from prison, he married, had a daughter, and had just finished recording his memoir when he was murdered in front of his house in San Jose shortly before the book’s initial release. In BAD, Carr notes, “I’ve been struggling all my life to get beyond the choice of living on my knees or dying on my feet. It’s time we lived on our feet.” A book that strips the system bare, Carr’s memoir is revealing as a part of Black Panther history, and as a telling document in the ongoing battle for American prison reform. The event will feature an introduction to the book by Gea Carr (daughter of James) along with readings by very special guest artists and supporters of prison reform. Copies of BAD will be avaialble for purchase at the event. General admission is $10; discounted admission for seniors and students is $6. The event is free of charge for Beyond Baroque members. Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center is at 681 Venice Blvd., Venice, CA 90291, phone: 310-822-3006. For additional information and reservations, email info@threeroomspress.com. About Three Rooms Press: Three Rooms Press is a fiercely independent New York-based publisher inspired by dada, punk and passion. Founded in 1993, it serves as a leading independent publisher of cut-the-edge creative, including fiction, memoir, poetry translations, drama and art. In addition, Three Rooms Press produces and promotes a variety of literary and cultural events in New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Brussels, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and more, including readings, plays, workshops and concerts. Three Rooms Press books are distributed in the U.S. and internationally by PGW/Perseus. Nattily March 22, 2016 at 3:02 pm · Reply → La Bulla – A LUCHA LIBRE EVENT, ART EXHIBIT AND CONCERT Sponsored by El Jimador Natily Gonzalez Email: natily.exodusevents@gmail.com Los Angeles, CA (March 10, 2016) La Bulla is back! This event is anticipated to be epic and will be hosted by the stunning model Yasmin Ferrada and the amazing and versatile actor and writer, Richard Montoya, known for Falling Down, Nacho Libre, Encino Man, and Water & Power. With live performance by El Conjunto Nueva Ola on the main stage. A band who hailed from Mexico City who will definitely get you off your chair to groove with their iconic sounds of cumbia, new wave, rock and disco. But that’s not all… DJ Sloe Poke will be spinning live in our “Viva Las Luchas”. DJ Sloe Poke is one of LA’s best DJ who can spin several genres of music. He can mix a Salsa classic like Joe Arroyo’s “Rebelion” with Celso Pina’s Sonidero hit, “Cumbia Sobre El Rio,” then follow those songs with Thalia’s poppy, “Piel Morena” and Frankie Cutlass’ club fave, “Puerto Rico,” making it all flow together. La Bulla will take place in the heart of Los Angeles at the famous Plaza De La Raza on Saturday, April 30th, 2016, from 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This event will showcase some of LA’s talented artists and musicians and will feature Lucha Libre films. But the highlight of the evening will be the live Lucha Libre matches. La Bulla is brought to you by Exodus Events’, their mission is to create a new type of cultural experience specializing in arts, live entertainment, concerts, community outreach and fundraising. Last year’s successful event raised over $10,000 which benefited Plaza De la Raza’s art program. La Bulla gained tremendous support from the community including LA Councilman Gil Cedillo, film actors Sergio Arau, Aurelio Bocanegra, and Tom Kenny (voice Sponge Bob.) The merging of art, music and live Lucha Libre has captured the interest of many Angelinos; making it one of the most popular cultural events in Los Angeles. • Vintage car exhibit curated by Memo Ortega • Live Lucha Libre matches curated by Masked Republic • Art exhibit curated by Man One & Crewest • Lucha Libre screenings by Hola Mexico Film Festival • Live music by El Conjunto Nueva Ola • DJ set by DJ Sloe Poke. • Face painting ARTIST(S) BIO: Richard Montoya is an actor, director, producer, screenwriter, comedian, and co-founder of “Culture Clash”. He is passionate about creating social and political change through a variety of artistic expressions Yasmin Ferrada is an inspiring model that engages in community organizing through her work with Latino voter registration and diversity trainings. Yasmin is passionate about modeling, which is inspired by Chicana culture and aesthetics. El Conjunto Nueva Ola will be rocking the house. A band who hailed from Mexico City who will definitely get you off your chair to groove with their iconic sounds of cumbia, new wave, rock and disco. El Conjunto Nueva Ola has been making waves throughout the music scene sharing the stage with legendary Latin musicians and bands such as Café Tacvba, Aleks Syntek, Belanova, Los Tigres Del Norte and the late Jenni Rivera. Their unique style has attracted the attention of many with their signature Lucha Libre Masks and Cumbia style. One can expect a spectacular performance full of energy, dancing, and fun. DJ Sloe Poke is one of LA’s best DJ who can spin several genres of music. He can mix a Salsa classic like Joe Arroyo’s “Rebelion” with Celso Pina’s Sonidero hit, “Cumbia Sobre El Rio,” then follow those songs with Thalia’s poppy, “Piel Morena” and Frankie Cutlass’ club fave, “Puerto Rico,” making it all flow together. His diverse taste of music within culture and age has given him the edge to surpass other DJ’s in the game. • 21 and over • To avoid the hassle of longer lines, please go to http://www.labulla.eventbrite.com and purchase tickets now • Online sales: o Early bird special: $15 (ends March 31, 2016) o General admission: $25 (ends April 29, 2016) • Tickets at the door will be $30 • Location: Plaza de la Raza 3540 N. Mission Rd., Los Angeles CA 90031 • Like us / follow us on : o Facebook: @Exodus Events o Instagram: @exodus_events o Twitter: @exodusprod o Hashtag: #LaBulla #ExodusEvents About Exodus Events: Antonio Pelayo and Steve Guerrero have combined their creative and event planning talents to create Exodus Events, a full service event production company headquartered in Los Angeles. About Plaza de la Raza: Plaza de la Raza is a 501 © non-profit organization that provides after school programs and cultural events in the performing and visual arts for children, teens and families. Dan Shapiro March 16, 2016 at 1:28 pm · Reply → Just wanted to reach out and share some info about a rad show coming up at The Smell in DTLA on Thursday, March 24. The Pleasure Routine is coming to LA to play with NOYES and Donald Weathers (from Colorado) in honor of their new single “Walk the Dog (Backwards),” available now for download at http://www.soundcloud.com/thepleasureroutine This show is going to be killer so hope to see everyone there and perhaps even read about it on Los Anjealous … Three Rooms Press March 8, 2016 at 12:58 am · Reply → Three Rooms Press @AWP March 30th-April 2nd 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, California 90015 Join Three Rooms Press at the Association of Writers and Writers Programs (AWP) in Los angeles March 30 -April 2 Booth 324. The AWP Conference & Bookfair is an essential annual destination for writers, teachers, students, editors, and publishers. Each year more than 12,000 attendees join our community for four days of insightful dialogue, networking, and unrivaled access to the organizations and opinion-makers that matter most in contemporary literature and Three Rooms Press is honored to take part in the Conference this year. please stop by booth 324 and check out all of titles. Plus special readings will be presented throughout the Conference so check this event page. Or just stop by and talk about the literary thing. Ideas welcome. Bring it on to Booth 324 in sunny Los Angeles. 3RP @ AWP –See you there!!! https://www.awpwriter.org/awp_conference/registration_overview rose March 2, 2016 at 8:25 am · Reply → YES CURL THAT SPORT WITH BROOMS LEARN IT Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Location: LA Kings Valley Ice Center, 8750 Van Nuys. Blvd. Panorama City, CA 91402 Cost: $25 per person ($20 for people under 21) http://hollywoodcurling.org/event-2130326 Valley Shine February 27, 2016 at 5:33 pm · Reply → Mar 4 at the Satellite! Valley Shine is headlining a night of great bands, including Wartime Recitals, Opus Orange, and American Tomahawk. Music starts at 9pm. $10//21+ Valley Shine’s EP: https://soundcloud.com/valleyshine/sets/loca-ep The Games February 25, 2016 at 11:40 am · Reply → We’re The Games a new britpop band ! Watch our video “Afterglows” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzO3V4PJFlM&list=PLvGbrYjlSJRlw9oXKO1swBt73IOPU6wWe&index=4 and like us on fb:https://www.facebook.com/The-GAMES-624719664347943/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel Val Hulsen February 24, 2016 at 1:34 pm · Reply → TUESDAY MUSIC CLUB — a cool, new invitation-only performer’s showcase — premieres March 1, 2016 from 7:30pm to 12:00am! Evening starts with: Stuart Pearson, Wenty Morris, Divine Weeks, Jaq Mackenzie, Carrie Wade, Jeff Kossack, Blue Dolphins, Deanna Pino, Don Teschner and Marty Ross — and more to be added! 9:45pm — FEATURED ACT: RJ Comer Ryman Arts February 22, 2016 at 2:10 pm · Reply → POWER UP 2016 RYMAN ARTS AT THE EDISON TICKETS NOW AVAIALBLE AT: http://www.rymanarts.org/power-up-2016 Indulge your senses at this second annual soirée at The Edison and feel the energy at LA’s first private power plant, a sophisticated setting in trendy downtown LA. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, lavish food, toe-tapping music, and lively entertainment. The Edison has been hailed as one of LA’s swankiest nightspots, and on this night it is open exclusively for our Sponsors and Guests to celebrate and support Ryman Arts. You and your guests will mix and mingle among creative professionals and art aficionados. Meet young artists whose careers began at Ryman Arts and know you are fueling the next generation of dreamers and doers. COMPANY SPONSORSHIP/MEDIA SPONSORSHIP INFO: http://goo.gl/WFZiVk *All proceeds benefit Ryman Arts programming for youth.* Alex February 17, 2016 at 8:39 pm · Reply → PANIC IN L.A. ft. DJ Premier + DJ CRAZE w/ StarRo, Groundislava, N.A.S.A., J. Worra + SPECIAL GUEST TBA L’Affaire Musicale & Ouija Entertainment present the launch of PANIC IN L.A., with their most legendary lineup to date at The Belasco, on Friday, March 11th, highlighted by the most important scion of golden age hip hop, DR PREMIER, alongside an all star cast of cutting edge talent featuring: ??? TBA later this month STARRO (Soulection) GROUNDISLAVA N.A.S.A. J. WORRA Doors 9-3am \| 21+ Tickets will be available at the door if not sold out. Limited Capacity The Belasco Theater – 1050 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90015 Tickets on sale now at –> bit.ly/PanicInLA :: For Tables and more information, email orlove@ouijaentertainment.com or call 310-384-3789. Melissa Bucher February 16, 2016 at 11:54 am · Reply → Join us for an afternoon tour of Hancock Park, one of Los Angeles’ most historic neighborhoods. Meet and greet the architects including Dan Brunn, Cynthia Carlson, and William Hefner. Gain an exclusive look at Artist Danny First’s private gallery — The Cabin — featured in the Los Angeles Times. See how Scott Lander adapted a City of Los Angeles Cultural Historic Monument into a chic home. Tickets include a VIP tour of the homes & refreshments with your $175 donation. http://www.vfcshop.com/collections/architecture-tour-tickets/products/architecture-tour-hancock-park-march-12-2016 All proceeds fund vital health care for more than 24,000 low-income and homeless people Venice Family Clinic serves. Check-In & Tour Information Parking & Shuttles: Guests will check in and park their cars and board small shuttle buses. The tour will be approximately four hours. Guests must ride on the shuttles to participate in the tour. Parking location will be shared with ticketholders in the coming weeks. Please Note: No hard tickets will be mailed for this tour. Kymber Hill February 8, 2016 at 10:29 pm · Reply → Ireland’s Róisín O (http://roisino.com/) is one of the country’s most promising young artists. She has toured internationally and has received strong notices for her debut album, “The Secret Life of Blue.” She will play the Hotel Café on Tuesday, March 1 at 7PM. This is the music video for her most recent single, released last year: If You Got Love: http://youtu.be/0BSZyqe-gyM A live session of Sia’s “Chandelier” on Today FM also clocked up over half a million views online last summer: Chandelier cover: http://on.fb.me/1iaXWCl Róisín is the daughter of Mary Black, Ireland’s preeminent vocalist and member of the extensive Black family of musicians, while her brother is Danny O’Reilly, frontman and songwriter for the rock band The Coronas. While in Los Angeles, she will play at the annual “Oscar Wilde party: Honouring the Irish in Film,” the pre-Academy Awards event sponsored by the US-Ireland Alliance and hosted by renowned “Star Wars” director J.J. Abrams. It will be held on February 25, and this year will honor late night show host James Corden. Rose February 6, 2016 at 4:00 pm · Reply → Looking for a truly original V-Day night out? May we suggest the element of surprise? We promise, your special someone will be pleasantly surprised by your originality and fun loving spirit when you bring them out for a night of roaring fun. You and your sweetie will receive special curling rock chocolates, a long stem rose, and a night of super awesome good times! Valentines Day Original Date Night- Learn to Curl! LA Kings Valley Ice Center, 8750 Van Nuys. Blvd. Panorama City, CA 91402 Couples Package – $60.00 (USD) Includes chocolates and 1 long stem rose LTC- Junior participant (under 21) – $20.00 (USD) LTC- Solo Curler – $25.00 (USD) Psshhh! Who needs a date? I’m flying solo tonight! (This option doesn’t include the chocolates and flowers) Leigh February 1, 2016 at 9:54 am · Reply → CUPID’S UNDIE RUN!!! Cupid’s is a party + 1 mile fun run at your own pace + more party. This February, help put the hilarity in charity with hundreds of crazed runners taking to the streets in celebration of their fundraising for the Children’s Tumor Foundation. Noon – Doors open & the party starts! – Belasco Theatre 1:00 PM – Awards ceremony 2:00 PM – UNDIE RUN 3:30 PM – Earned open bar closes 4:00 PM – Bag check closes, Cupid’s officially ends Register at: http://www.cupidsundierun.com/city/los-angeles/ Use 20% promo code: LAUNDIES! Rachel Levitt January 29, 2016 at 11:07 am · Reply → Water as an Issue for L. A. – Free and open to public. When Wasn’t Water an Issue for LA. 1880-present. A presentation about the history of the water wars of Los Angeles. Sunday, Feb. 21, at Mark Taper Auditorium in Central Library downtown, co-sponsored by the Los Angeles Public Library and the Los Angeles City Historical Society. It will be a powerful Power Point Presentation about the history of Los Angeles’ struggle for water, with rarely and never-before-seen photographs and film, covering the privatization of the L.A. River, when the city agreed to a 30-year lease by a company that paid the city only $400 a year, while charging customers whatever it chose. It will present the intriguing and often misrepresented story of Mulholland and the L.A. Aqueduct, the many additional sources of imported water, the first recycling plant in Griffith Park in 1930, the continuing struggles with drought, the successful past and current recycling programs that serve Los Angeles, toilet-to-tap fiascos, and planning for the future by Los Angeles water and sanitation agencies. Karen Fishof January 25, 2016 at 11:43 am · Reply → We have a Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp in Los Angeles from Feb 11-14 where adult campers can jam with and learn from Tony Iommi, Zakk Wylde, Steve Vai and Warren Haynes – Details here – http://www.rockcamp.com/fantasy-camp-with-zakk-wylde.php The final night of camp, the campers will perform with Zakk Wylde at the Whisky A Go Go on Sunset – Tickets for the show can be purchased here https://quick.crowdtorch.com/120693?ref=135D5895AE420AF4F9E50151A1A55CB64D99C534463091A3E4BE514DA1C04948 Mike January 22, 2016 at 12:27 pm · Reply → Sup Los Anjealous, I have just started to work with LA based alt-rock group State to State, who will be releasing their new EP Motives on February 5th. That same day they will be playing a record release show at the relatively new The Lost Room in Echo Park. You can check out Motives here: https://soundcloud.com/statetostate/sets/motives-unreleased/s-Syj7h. I wanted to see if you would be interested in adding the show to your calendar or attending? //FARdigital Brayden January 21, 2016 at 3:25 pm · Reply → KINGDOMS is helping to round out Magic Bronson’s Satellite residency by providing direct support for them this coming monday. Can you please list this? We’d love for you to consider a feature :). I can send pics upon your request. We’d like to build exposure on this show for us because we’re showcasing four new songs and a Pink Floyd cover we’re excited about. More info and material on KINGDOMS can be found via our epk: http://kingdomsepk.com/ kingdomsmusic.com soundcloud.com/kingdomsmusic event page: http://www.thesatellitela.com/event/1045291-magic-bronson-january-los-angeles/#tfly-more-2 Andy Rocco January 20, 2016 at 11:30 am · Reply → Comedians Andy Rocco and Lisa Herring got married because they were dorky people (among other reasons) but that wasn’t enough for them. So they created a variety show to share their love for all things nerdy. Together they explore what’s new and exciting in nerd culture with sketches, characters, and stand up comedians, who will pretty much just talk about what ever they want. Guests this month will be… John Gemberling (Broad City) Seaton Smith (Mulaney) and Nerd Core Rapper, MC CHRIS Plus other surprises Tickets are $8 in advance / $10 at the door http://holdmyticket.com/event/232112-dorking-around-with-lisa-and-andy-w-john-gemberling-emmy-blotnick-more Christopher Buttner January 19, 2016 at 11:16 pm · Reply → The 7th Annual Edwardian Ball returns to Hollywood’s legendary and storied Fonda Theatre on Saturday, February 27, 2016 for ONE NIGHT ONLY. The “epic and elegant yet seductively dark affair that enchants all of the senses,” according to LA.com, is a re-imagined turn-of-the-century world that presents an inimitable, description-defying, whimsical and surrealistic living interpretation and celebration of the late macabre cult author, comic artist, illustrator and cartoonist Edward Gorey. http://www.edwardianball.com Gorey is considered a ground-breaking, genre–defying graphic novelist who is credited with influencing Charles “Addams Family” Addams, Lemony Snicket, Neil Gaiman (Coraline and Day of the Dead), Rob Reger (Emily the Strange), Alison Bechdel,(Are You My Mother?: A Comic Drama and Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic), and Tim Burton (Nightmare Before Christmas, Edward Scissorhands, and Beetlejuice). The Edwardian Ball blends live music, theatre, fashion and cosplay, circus, fine art, riveting stage shows, black comedy, science fiction, literature, ballroom dancing, and DJs into a whirlwind and enticing extravaganza set in a romanticized, gilded and genteel Neo-Victorian and Edwardian-era gothic and steampunk-tinged distant past that imagines an elegant alternate reality future. Other delightful attractions include a free portrait booth, rooftop vending, mystical and nonsensical oddities, absinthe cocktails, parlour games, alluring sideshows, and much more. All ages are welcome. This multi-city, multi-media exposition of the eccentric and esoteric the SF Bay Guardian calls a “Gothic, ghoulish and glorious celebration,” has grown over the past fifteen years from an underground club party into an internationally recognized festival of the arts, drawing attendees from all over the world, operating with the blessing of The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust. The Edwardian Ball, which has been dazzling San Francisco audiences since it first began in 2000, is described by the San Francisco Weekly as, “Think Vintage Fetish meets circus theatrics meets industrial arts mayhem;” “A surreal atmosphere filled with anachronistic wonders,” by the San Francisco Chronicle and “similar to Gorey’s work, there is nothing quite like this event,” states HorrorWorks.net. 944 Magazine calls The Edwardian Ball, “An over-the-top, colorful, quirky, eccentric, whimsical-yet-elegant costume party doesn’t even begin to describe the event,” and Buzzfeed calls it “the #1 Steampunk Event in the World.” Saturday, February 27, 2016: The 7th Annual Edwardian Ball Los Angeles The Edwardian Ball is presented by co-hosts Rosin Coven and Vau de Vire Society. Ballroom dancing leads way to stunning performances both on and offstage in a collage of fashion, theatre, music, circus performance, and dance. Each year, The Edwardian Ball presents a featured Edward Gorey tale in an original stage performance. This year’s event takes a unique turn, with Edwardian Ball founders Rosin Coven teaming up with longtime collaborators Dark Garden Corsetry in an operatic presentation of Gorey’s ridiculous tale, “The Stupid Joke.” Expect anything but stupidity as these masters of their craft collaborate in an unforgettable tale of a poorly planned joke gone incredibly wrong… And in the spirit of celebrating all things Edward Gorey, Ball co-hosts Vau de Vire Society present a series of vignettes throughout the evening paying homage to the most controversial works of the (in)famous illustrator… guaranteed to pop corsets and ruffle coattails! http://www.edwardianball.com Anu Kishore Ganpati January 18, 2016 at 10:57 am · Reply → ARATANI WORLD SERIES feb13-may28, 2016. The World Festival of Sacred Music continues to bring music and dance to Los Angeles at the Aratani Theater, Little Tokyo. This year’s Aratani World Series offers four concerts which connect LA to Mexico, Japan, India and Hawaii.Prepare to see more deeply and feel more deeply about our world while celebrating global artists raised in our city. festivalofsacredmusic.org FB – https://www.facebook.com/arataniworldseries/ Halau Keali’i o Nalani Kenny Endo Contemporary Taiko Ensemble Mythili Prakash & Aditya Prakash Ensemble Caminos y Canciones of the Gonzalez Family Artsy Flea Market January 11, 2016 at 1:56 pm · Reply → The Artsy Flea is an arts and flea market that will take place every Saturday beginning on January 16th 2016, from 10am to 3pm (fall/winter) and until 5pm (spring/summer). The Artsy Flea features 145 booths, food trucks, music, kids attractions and more. Located at 2930 Fletcher Ave at the Van de Kamp Bakery Building in the Glassell Park area of Los Angeles. Parking is free and general admission is 1$. For more info, visit theoddmarket.com/artsyflea SpaceCream January 10, 2016 at 3:21 pm · Reply → WHO: Acclaimed Hollywood Glam/Prog Rock band SpaceCream (winner of LA Battle for Vans Warped Tour at House of Blues Sunset in 2014) WHAT: Official Record Release Show WHERE: The Mint (6010 West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90035) WHEN: Friday, January 22, 2016 at 8:15 PM TIX: http://themintla.com/event.cfm?id=225119&cart Acclaimed Hollywood Glam/Prog Rock band SpaceCream is pleased to present the release of the their debut, full-length album, Pterodactyl Sky. You are cordially invited to the official release concert at The Mint on January 22 at 8:15 p.m. The evening will be closed out with a set by royalty blues group VOLTO! which features members of Tool, Jane’s Addiction, and Don Henley. Celebrated for stunning vocals, musicianship and visual presentation, SpaceCream won the LA Battle for Vans Warped Tour at House of Blues Sunset in 2014. Hailed as a modern “Ann Wilson in Bowie’s edition of Rocky Horror Picture Show,” SpaceCream has since played all over Southern California, including sold out shows at the Viper Room and Troubadour. The songs featured on Pterodactyl Sky result from two years of concert experience and creative energy. Complex yet accessible, they lend a voice to anyone who feels strange, forgotten or hungry for the revival of great Rock n’ Roll. For more information, please visit http://www.SpaceCreamBand.com. Hannah Madison Taylor January 6, 2016 at 5:17 pm · Reply → POP MEETS SOUL!! Hannah Madison Taylor to play at The Mint tomorrow! https://soundcloud.com/hannah When: Thursday, Jan 7, 2016 7:30 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM) Ticket Price: $10.00 – $15.00 Restrictions: 16 & over Set at 10:15pm Tickets can be purchased HERE: http://themintla.com/mobile/show.cfm?id=224334&cart 5AM January 6, 2016 at 11:31 am · Reply → Jan 10th Music & Chill hosted by Olivia Thai Full line up of artists including 5AM and Olivia Thai! @ The Lexington Theater Downtown LA 8PM OurMusic5AM.com Holly Baker-Kreiswirth December 22, 2015 at 1:56 pm · Reply → Pick of the Vine: Season 14 THIS YEAR’S BEST SHORT PLAYS Pick of the Vine – A scrumptious selection of this year’s best short plays, opens Jan 8 Runs: Jan 8 – Feb 13 Fri & Sat @ 8pm; Sun 1/17, 1/24 @ 2pm; Thu 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 @ 8pm 777 S. Centre St Reservations: Call 310.512.6030, text 424.226.6030, or visit our website http://www.littlefishtheatre.org Email: boxoffice@littlefishtheatre.org Website: https://www.littlefishtheatre.org First Look (Opening night only): $23.00 Senior: $23.00 Location: Little Fish Theatre, 777 S. Centre St. (at 8th St.), San Pedro, CA 90731 Entrance and parking behind the theatre; access through alley between 7th & 8th Sts. This Year’s Plays: Binged There, Done That by Ken Preuss (Oviedo, FL), Directed by James Rice What You Don’t Know by Mora V. Harris (Pittsburgh, PA), Directed by Cylan Brown The Wiggle Room by George D. Morgan (Oxnard, CA), Directed by Madeleine Drake Small Talk by David MacGregor (Howell, MI), Directed by Branda Lock Reston by L. Robert Westeen (Houston, TX), Directed by James Rice How Nice of You to Ask by Rick Ruben (Portland, OR), Directed by Cylan Brown Ten Picnics by Mark Harvey Levine (Pasadena, CA), Directed by Madeleine Drake Cancelled by M. Rowan Meyer (New York, NY), Directed by Branda Lock The Temp by Steve Emily (Colorado Springs, CO), Directed by James Rice Encounter at a Hot Dog Stand by Monica Lewis (Erie, PA), Directed by Cylan Brown Featuring: Bryson Jones Allman, Kathryn Farren, Geraldine Fuentes, Brendan Gill, Amanda Karr, David Kieran, Patrick Rafferty, Perry Shields, Annie Vest Denotes member of the Actors’ Equity Association (AEA) Friday, January 8 – 8:00 PM Saturday, January 9 – 8:00 PM Friday, January 15 – 8:00 PM Saturday, January 16 – 8:00 PM Sunday, January 17 – 2:00 PM (Talkback) Thursday, January 21 – 8:00 PM Sunday, January 24 – 2:00 PM Thursday, February 4 – 8:00 PM Friday, February 5 – 8:00 PM Saturday, February 6 – 8:00 PM Friday, February 12 – 8:00 PM Saturday, February 13 – 8:00 PM Cynthia Kao December 21, 2015 at 2:10 pm · Reply → UCB LA Maude team, Bombardier, made a video about the joy of experiencing Orphan Christmas in LA! Starring John Milhiser, Kat Palardy and Mark Schroeder. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OasSn4aBmsk Jamie Barren December 21, 2015 at 6:59 am · Reply → Hooray Henrys (Henry’s LA Nightclub) \| NYE PARTY Los Angeles NEW YEAR’S 2016 5 Hour Open Bar 9pm – 2am Thursday, December 31st, 2015 \| 9pm – 2am \| 21+ 8713 Beverly Boulevard , West Hollywood CA 90048 2016 Henry’s LA NYE — British class and Beverly Hills swank combine this New Year’s Eve at Henry’s LA Nightclub (aka Hooray Henry’s). Hooray Henry’s L.A.’s scenesters will be flocking to Hooray Henry’s nightclub on New Year’s Eve for an evening of drinking, dancing, and music. The night features music by Power 106 DJ Inferno, a five-hour premium open bar and complimentary early evening light fare as well as fanciful NYE party favors. The Fun begins 9:00 PM on December 31st 2015 at Hooray Henry’s located at 8713 Beverly Blvd in West Hollywood. This New Year’s, class it up at Henry’s, the deluxe nightclub of Beverly Hills that blends the hip elegance of London with the megawatt nightlife of L.A. for a unforgettably grand NYE party. Purchase NYE tickets now online at http://newyearsnightlife.net/ NYELECTRIC W HOLLYWOOD ROOFTOP 2016 Ring in the 2016 New Year at NYElectric The venue formerly known as Drais, W Hollywood Hotel Loft and Rooftop, is always one of the most amazing NYE nightlife party spots in Hollywood with a 360-degree-view to die for – (just don’t test that phrase by getting too close to the edge of the rooftop). You can hit up the W’s Rooftop any day of the year, but with its 360 degree downtown skyline-meets-Hollywood-Hills view, this trusted destination still serves as a stellar locale for NYE. Inside, the night is made special not by LED walls or caged dancers, but by deejay talent that knows how to capture the energy of a party and elevate care-free rug cutters to the next level of joy. Listen for feel-good house and deep-beat sets. Or, steal away for a pensive, one-on-one moment with nature or make-out sessions in a cabana alongside the WetDeck—this is New Year’s Eve 2016 in LA, after all. For more information, visit online: http://newyearsnightlife.net/ Inside, the night is made special not by LED walls or caged dancers, but by deejay talent that knows how to capture the energy of a party and elevate care-free rug cutters to the next level of joy. Listen for feel-good house and deep-beat sets. Or, steal away for a pensive, one-on-one moment with nature or make-out sessions in a cabana alongside the WetDeck—this is New Year’s Eve 2016 in LA, after all. For more information, visit online at — http://newyearsnightlife.net/ MANSION OC 2016 NYE GRAND OPENING GALA OC New Year’s Eve 2016 Party at All-New Mansion Costa Mesa (previously Shark Club) — DJ Scotty Boy is set to headline this massive bash celebrating both the new year and the grand opening of Mansion, the OC’s hot new addition to its legendary club scene. Formerly The Shark Club, Costa Mesa’s Mansion lives up to its name with more than 12,000 square feet of party space, multiple dance floors, several cash bars and beat-ready DJ booths. Count down to 2016 and let loose to a mix of hip hop, house, Top 40 and EDM, complete with party favors, at this upscale Orange County shindig. So if you’re on the prowl for a swanky celebration this New Year’s Eve, prowl no more. The MANSION OC NYE Bash 2016 promises to be just that. With style, taste, and festivities galore, this is one not-to-be-missed party happening NYE 2016 at Mansion, formerly Shark Club, is located at 841 Baker Street in Costa Mesa, CA 92626. A ticket to MANSION OC 2016 NYE will get you all you could possibly want to celebrate in style. Purchase early NYE tickets now online at — https://madeocnye2016.eventbrite.com LAIDBACK LUKE 2016 NEW YEARS Laidback Luke 2016 Lure New Years Party — This New Year’s Eve, Lure Nightclub and Le Jardin LA combine for one massive NYE party. Lure (EDM) features mega-star DJ Laidback Luke and supporting deejay set by Goshfather, while the adjacent Le Jardin (Hip-hop) features Mike Danger come together to create one extravagant NYE experience. Spend your NYE right and join Laidback Luke as LURE Nightclub looks to start 2016 with a big bang. Act fast and purchase early bird NYE Tickets at discounted pricing available now online at http://www.jbpnye.com — Make your plans, mark your calendars and get ready for the biggest EDM NYE Party in L.A. for New Year’s ever with Laidback Luke. Let the countdown begin. More info, events and NYE tickets available online: http://newyearsnightlife.net/ CHINESE THEATRE 2016 LA RIOTS NEW YEARS PARTY NYE 2016 at TCL Chinese Theatre is as lavish as Hollywood’s greatest gala openings. At TCL Chinese Theatres, you will enjoy the star treatment as you bask in the glow of Hollywood’s most opulent, iconic movie palace. The TCL Chinese Theatre NYE offerings are as classic as they come. Like Grauman’s countless celebrity guests before you, this NYE means dancing the night away to music provided by Hollywood’s hottest deejays — LA RIOTS and CARLOS ASTUTI – while indulging in a 5 Hour Premium Open Bar to help usher in a night as immortal as the theatre’s iconic celebrity handprints and footprints. Guests are encouraged to grab a complimentary champagne toast and join the entire crowd in an explosive Live DJ Countdown that will give you front row seats to L.A.’s premiere NYE Hollywood nightlife celebration as you raise your complimentary champagne toast to the sky and drink to the stars. Chinese Theatre LA Riots 2016 New Years tickets start at $39 (cash bar) and $75 (open bar tickets). VIP tables reservations and bottle service available by purchasing one of the VIP ticket all-inclusive packages which include open bar tickets, bottle/s, champagne, line by-pass entry, reserved table/area for entire evening… Purchase early NYE tickets and/or all-Inclusive packages online at http://newyearsnightlife.net/ Bootsy Bellows 2016 Redfoo Party Rock NYE Bootsy Bellows \| NYE PARTY 9229 West Sunset Blvd. , West Hollywood CA 90069 Ring in the New Year with Redfoo and the Party Rock crew on December 31st 2015 (Thursday) 9:00 PM at Bootsy Bellows for a New Year’s Eve party sure to keep you Party Rocking well into the 2016 New Year. Purchase NYE Tickets now online at http://www.jbpnye.com For all the high living, burlesque-boasting action you need to make this New Year’s Eve the most intense yet, head over to Bootsy Bellows, featuring a 5 Hour Premium Open Bar serving up the best libations late into the night, this is one over-the-top night in West Hollywood. Festive NYE party favors, and a Live Performance by Redfoo and Party Rock Crew, spinning the best of Top40, Hip-hop and House music all night long makes Bootsy Bellows the premier NYE party nightlife destination in Los Angeles, located at 9229 Sunset Blvd in West Hollywood. With a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, your taste of tradition doesn’t stop at the art deco décor. For a taste of LA’s premier celebrity-attracting nightlife action, look no further than Bootsy Bellows, Hollywood’s hottest ticket to the good life. It’s going to be wild this New Year’s Eve at this cherry LA party pad. Doors open 9:00 PM to 2:00 AM for the fashionably loud 21/over. L.A.’s best Hollywood New Year’s Eve party guide available online at http://newyearsnightlife.net 1 OAK LA NEW YEARS EVENT Ring in the New Year at one of LA’s hottest clubs, 1 OAK. Partygoers will enjoy a five hour premium bar from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at this West Hollywood nightclub, which has been described as “lavish” and “explosive.” This New Year’s Eve, Los Angeles swank combines with New York City panache at 1OAK LA in West Hollywood. Thursday, December 31st 2015, the LA chic 1OAK is where L.A.’s jet-set party crowd, nightlife celebrants and fashionistas will usher in the 2016 New Year. And with a name that is synonymous with exclusive nightlife culture, 1OAK guarantees to ignite L.A. this New Year’s in a glam-filled NYE bash that will kick off your New Year with a lavish and explosive celebration featuring music by DJ Tony Martinez. More information available online at http://newyearsnightlife.net/ Sanguindrake December 15, 2015 at 12:13 pm · Reply → Hello Losandjealous! Sanguindrake (an LA based independent psychedelic rock/folk band) just released a new music video for a song from our EP Mandragora. It’s utter madness and it will change your life. Here’s a link to the music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yx1gdfF1vlQ And the trailers: https://youtu.be/iaZML2pkxN4 https://youtu.be/AumMSOttH7A https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnEC7NxsHoU We also have a show coming up tonight @ the Silver Lake Lounge Here’s a link to the EPL https://open.spotify.com/album/08l3TE3zDswtXBtYVHkqJq https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/mandragora-ep/id908763900 Sanguindrake is David Drake (vocals, guitar) Sarah Carter (vocals, guitar, piano) (of the TV show Falling Skies and Rogue), and Kevin Barth (lead guitar). Brad Watson December 10, 2015 at 7:09 pm · Reply → LA Shoegaze band SOUND IS LOVV have released their debut EP “Shipwrecks” featuring Mike Byrne and Nicole Fiorentino. REVIEW BELOW BY ROB WATTS. FOLLOW @RobWattsOnline “Shipwrecks, the debut e.p. by Los Angeles based band, Sound is Lovv, is a beautiful blend of Shoegaze and Noiserock—stirring lush tones and lo-Fi wavelengths to create a pleasing sounding collection of music. Atmospheric and well-produced, Shipwrecks flows quite well, not veering off the road too much in one direction over another. It’s more or less, your six-song soundtrack to daydreaming your way out of your stressful day. “And Don’t Believe” and “Take Me With You” are saturated with reverb and shimmery guitars, while the vocals exude quite well through the gazing backdrop of sounds. “Love FM” has some rather amazing hooks while the opening and closing tracks bookend the album with instrumentals. Former Smashing Pumpkins members, Mike Byrne and Nicole Fiorentino make an appearance on Shipwrecks as well. It’s a well-worth-the-time listen, especially if you’re into emerging acts with new material. I recommend them. Check out Shipwrecks here and give it a listen! ” EP ON SOUNDCLOUD: soundcloud.com/soundislovv MUSIC VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4tubs-DiMs Upcoming Shows for 2015: Dec 18 @ The Mint http://themintla.com/event.cfm?id=225243&cart#fbShareLinkTag Dec 30 @ The Down and Out dana December 8, 2015 at 12:22 pm · Reply → LOS ANGELES BASED ARTIST CROWN JWLZ RELEASES FIRST SONG “WITHOUT U” FROM HER DEBUT EP CALIFORNIA KING OUT EARLY 2016 SEE THE “WITHOUT U” VIDEO PREMIERING TODAY AT VENTS MAGAZINE GET TO KNOW HER AT INNOCENTWORDS.COM Singer-Songwriter-Rocker Crown Jwlz releases the first single “Without U” from her upcoming debut EP “California King” slated to be released in early 2016. See the exclusive video premiere for “Without U” at Vents Magazine today: http://ventsmagazine.com/2015/12/04/premiere-crown-jwlz-release-new-music-video-for-without-u/ With her sultry voice taking center stage over rhythmic riffs she is at her best as she tackles tough subjects such as gender inequality and double-standards. Crown Jwlz is eager to bring her music and message to the masses, shake it up and rattle outlooks. “As a title, California King refutes the principal that only a man can be king,” she explains. For her debut release Crown Jwlz enlisted an all-star team of producers that include Max Coane [Jack’s Mannequin,] Maxwell Moon [Macy Gray,] and Erik Belz [will.i.am, Juicy J.] The songs were mixed by Noah Georgeson [The Strokes, Little Joy] and mastered by Ted Jensen [Muse, Florence + the Machine.] Get to know her at her recent interview with Innocent Words Magazine here: http://innocentwords.com/innocent-words-presents-iw10-with-crown-jwlz/ http://www.crownjwlz.com Charlie Staunton November 30, 2015 at 12:31 pm · Reply → Baby Bombers is a new rock n’ roll fanzine by Arrow de Wilde and Lily Noyes! Issue #1 features Hammered Satin and Don Bolles of The Germs!!! Also includes fun quizzes, art, and comics! Virgil Normal is a rad store that was kind enough to let us have a pop-up where we will be selling vintage clothes, records, + handmade goods!! So please come join us on Saturday, December 5th to celebrate Rock and Roll!! 12-4pm!! + DJ SET BY WOODEN WISDOM (Elijah Wood and Zach Cowie)!! Justin Hulsey November 21, 2015 at 5:09 pm · Reply → Justin Hulsey’s Record Release Show at Hotel Cafe Sleeping Wolf is the opener The Hotel Cafe link is https://www.hotelcafe.com/tickets/?s=events_view&id=4399 The Facebook Event link is fran November 11, 2015 at 6:48 pm · Reply → youbloomLA Music Festival and Conference enters its sophomore year with bands from around the world and speakers from across the industry taking place December 10 through 12th. Learn. Connect. Play. That’s the youbloom motto; the creed for this community of music enthusiasts whose mission it is to see that more and more artists can sustain themselves. Jessica Ross November 2, 2015 at 9:12 am · Reply → You’re invited to join us for Kai Narezo’s Contra Tiempo Album Release Party! Who: Jazz Trio composed of Kai Narezo on guitar whom Pablo San Nicasio calls “…one of the best flamenco guitarists born outside of Spain. -Chalaura.com ., Ric Fierabracci (Chick Corea, Shakira, Tom Jones, Nancy Sinatra) on bass and Joey Heredia (Stevie Wonder, Sheila E., Herb Alpert) on drums. Also appearing is flamenco dancer Manuel Gutierrez and singer Jose Cortes, as well as additional surprise guests. When: Wednesday, November 4th; Doors 7 pm; Sets at 9:30 pm and 11 pm Where: Baked Potato Jazz Club (3787 Cahuenga Blvd., Studio City) in Los Angeles Tickets: $15 at the door which includes a copy of the CD Contact: Baked Potato, (818) 980-1615 Event Links: http://www.kainarezo.com/ or http://www.facebook.com/events/1642925779315221/ Alex Minasian October 31, 2015 at 9:02 pm · Reply → Alex Minasian Trio Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Grill Jazz 2930 Beverly Glen Cir Thursday Nov 12th 6:30-10:30pm http://vibrato.herbalpertpresents.com/ http://www.alexminasian.com Minasian, the last pianist of legendary jazz vocalists, Jimmy Scott, and Mark Murphy, makes a rare West Coast appearance with his trio at Vibrato on November 12th.. Will ivy October 29, 2015 at 5:43 pm · Reply → Presented by SMiLE! and Pretty Penny Records A celebration for the release of the first Will Ivy solo record, a limited 7″ pressing in a edition of 100 on heavy gram vinyl! All 100 records have their own unique cover, and all will be displayed in a gallery and available for purchase! Pick whatever one you like, take it off the wall, and own a unique musical artifact! Also playing to celebrate the release: Sand Babes also with DJ Neil Martinson + Reverberation DJ Spencer Dunham ( Allah-Las ) Two stages with bands inside and outside, a gallery of 100 unique records, full bar… Online gallery of some of the covers: http://willivy44.tumblr.com/ Lady Capri October 22, 2015 at 12:35 pm · Reply → ESP Evolution is a pop band from Los Angeles. Their song ‘Rasta Movement’ reached #24 on the FMQB Top 40/AC Top 200 charts the week of 8/5/2015. This song can be heard here: https://www.reverbnation.com/espevolution/song/22615809-rasta-movement ESP Evolution has just released a video for their 2nd single ‘We Can Kick It’. This video can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZWAhxLhnwA Check them out! They are not your average band and average sound! https://www.reverbnation.com/espevolution/songs https://twitter.com/espevolution https://instagram.com/espevolution/ https://www.youtube.com/c/espevolution Alexandra Greenberg October 19, 2015 at 4:26 pm · Reply → SHANA HALLIGAN PRESENTS ‘BACK TO ME’ RELEASE SHOW AT THE HOTEL CAFÉ “Let Shana Halligan shoot to the top of your attention. ‘Something Real’ is a slinky, smooth, electro-pop single reminiscent of AlunaGeorge, Hundred Waters, and Son Lux while still treading the delicate intimacies of someone too reserved to overwhelm you with an intense light show. Halligan’s upcoming LP, Back to Me, drops October 16. We’re betting it’s going to be one of the more memorable releases of 2015.” — Nerdist BACK TO ME, the new album from sultry songstress SHANA HALLIGAN for Plug Research Music, is out now via Plug Research Music. Next month, SHANA HALLIGAN will perform a BACK TO ME release show presented by KCRW at The Hotel Café in Hollywood on Thursday, November 12, marking the first time the songstress will perform the album live. It will be a moving experience for SHANA HALLIGAN and fans alike, surely a moment not to miss. The charm and charisma of Back To Me is an exploration of human sensuality told through songs of romance, heartache and personal reflection. Adding that perfectly sealed kiss of mystique, pain and hope, HALLIGAN’s uniquely tortured voice brings back the art of classic vocal allure mixed with modern-day, moody production. During and since her time as the lead singer/songwriter of Bitter:Sweet, HALLIGAN has sold more than 500,000 records and has accumulated over 70 album credits to her name. SHANA HALLIGAN’s return to full form on BACK TO ME is of the flesh, of the heart and of the soul. Smart and sexy, the 13-track album challenges pre-conceived notions of pop music as she mixes her trip-hop background with downtempo, electronic-charged modern jazz. It’s a formula best represented on standout track “Illuminate,” an endearing introspection of unconditional love and acceptance set to the smooth beat of saddened, current-day pop equally comparable to Lorde and Lana Del Rey. On the rainy day piano sulk of “Been Waiting,” HALLIGAN lets go of all inhibition and bears her total essence for all to witness. It exposes a tumultuous episode in her personal and professional life as it all gets complicated with her pregnancy (HALLIGAN discovered she was pregnant just as she was wrapping Back To Me and gave birth to her son Otis in July), which brings both feelings of intimidation and future dreams of motherhood. Still, HALLIGAN sounds at her most powerful and most assertive on “Get Gone,” an ode to her past where she indefinitely kisses off all the spirits, relationships, and romances that once haunted her. In one fell swoop, she overcomes life’s biggest hurdles: “Go, get gone / I’m making big moves on my own.” Look for the video for “Get Gone” to debut soon. “This album is about love, loss, finding my way to happiness and peace, finding strength, owning and accepting my passion, my humanness, feeling weak, and feeling strong again,” says HALLIGAN. “Eroticism, vulnerability, fear, and the deepest gratitude I can imagine. Connection, expression and art. Saying goodbye to anyone who thought I couldn’t make it and not being afraid to let go, to just be me and all that comes with it.” http://www.shanahalligan.com http://www.facebook.com/ShanaHalligan http://www.twitter.com/shanahalligan http://www.soundcloud.com/shana-halligan http://www.instagram.com/shanahalligan MSO Press Releases & Assets http://www.msopr.com/n/client-roster/shana-halligan/ About Shana Halligan: During and since her time as the lead singer/songwriter of Bitter:Sweet, Shana Halligan has sold more than 500,000 records and has accumulated over 70 album credits to her name. Other releases from Shana Halligan include her solo debut EP Paper Butterfly and 2012 album Richmond Parade. Additionally, her music has received numerous high-profile synchs and licensing deals in film, TV, ad campaigns and beyond, including Sex and The City, The Devil Wears Prada, Bright Eyes, Focus, Cars 2, “The Blacklist,” “Orange Is The New Black,” “Entourage,” “Nip/Tuck,” “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Desperate Housewives,” just to name a few. Currently Sheraton Hotels & Resorts are using the Bitter:Sweet song “Dirty Laundry” which Shana co-wrote and co-produced for their first international TV ad campaign in over a decade. Check it out here: https://youtu.be/1l_yIK7lMfg She’s also collaborated with many major acts, including writing and recording with Serj Tankian of System Of A Down and Thievery Corporation (co-writing and performing their biggest hit in recent years “Depth Of My Soul”), and has performed at several celebrated venues across the nation, including the Hollywood Bowl, the Royal Albert Hall (London), the Bowery Ballroom (NYC) and the Hotel Cafe (L.A.). Outside of her own music, Halligan also writes for other artists and is developing a TV project that combines her love for music and passion for cooking. Brendan October 19, 2015 at 12:28 pm · Reply → Come check out Los Angeles-based rock/reggae collective SayReal at Harvelle’s in Santa Monica tomorrow, Tuesday October 20th, and next Tuesday, October 27th for their free mini-residence! SayReal is fronted by Naia Kete, who appeared on 2012’s season of NBC’s “The Voice.” The troupe was discovered by Randy Jackson, who saw the quartet perform an impromptu set at Hollywood’s Hotel Cafe in late 2014 and encouraged them to form into what he called a “super-group.” They recently released a new single, which follows up their ‘Unarmed and Ready’ EP. https://soundcloud.com/sayrealmusic https://www.facebook.com/sayrealmusic Harvelle’s Santa Monica 1432 4th St. Yasmine October 13, 2015 at 2:57 pm · Reply → A series of L.A. based photography by Yasmine Diaz Saturday, October 17, 6-8pm Los Angeles County Store 4333 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90029 yasminediaz.com Magic Moments October 9, 2015 at 10:32 pm · Reply → Hello dear editor of Los Angealous… I hope you get a moment to preview my debut EP: http://magicmoments143.com/Phoenix And that you can come to the album release party on Nov. 10th in LA: http://magicmoments143.com/Phoenixalbumrelease Nick Byron Campbell October 8, 2015 at 5:24 pm · Reply → Come out to opening night of the Timelines sound art installation at Center for the Arts Eagle Rock on Thursday, October 15th. It’s an interactive sound experience created by LA band Wages, with the goal of combining the worlds of pop music and conceptual sound art. The installation will feature the unveiling and performance of a new instrument played by flowing sand. Also, FREE admission and FREE alcohol. Full information is at the link below: Three Rooms Press October 2, 2015 at 1:23 pm · Reply → Beyond Baroque & Three Rooms Press present– A TRIBUTE TO LIVING THEATRE FOUNDER JUDITH MALINA celebrating the launch of her book FULL MOON STAGES: Personal Notes From 50 Years of The Living Theatre Wedneasday October 14 in The Mike Kelly Gallery (8pm) at Beyond Baroque 681 N Venice Blvd. with readings and memories of Judith from special guests: Ronee Blakely, John DiFusco, Michael C Ford, Michael Harris, O-lan Jones, Sally Kirkland, Leon Martel & Lisa Thayer with the editors of FULL MOON STAGES from Three Rooms Press Peter carlaftes & Kat Georges on hand and host and director of Beyond Baroque Richard Modiano. Don’t miss this memorable night with so many great luminaries standing up for the legendary theater force & peaceful anarchist Judith Malina. Plus copies of FULL MOON STAGES will be availble for this event. A TRIBUTE TO JUDITH MALINA @Beyond Baroque 681 N. Venice Blvd in The Mike Kelly Gallery on Wednesday October 14 at 8pm. Phone # 310 822 3006/www.beyondbaroque.org General Admission $10, Students & Seniors $6, Members Free Three Rooms Press October 2, 2015 at 12:13 pm · Reply → Free admisision Three Rooms Press October 2, 2015 at 9:36 am · Reply → Skylight Books and Three Rooms Press presents ARAM SAROYAN Marcia Rodd & Michael C Ford Celebrating the launch of his new detective novel STILL NIGHT IN L.A. Tuesday, October 13, 2015, 7:30-8:30 pm Skylight Books 1818 N. Vermont, Los Angeles, (323) 600-1175 Award-winning author, poet, playwright, and memoirist Aram Saroyan celebrates the release of his new detective novel STILL NIGHT IN L.A. (Three Rooms Press) with a reading at Skylight Books on Tuesday, October 13 at 7:30 pm. “An Evening with Aram Saroyan” will feature the renowned author, with special guests actress Marcia Rodd and poet Michael C Ford, reading excerpts from the STILL NIGHT IN L.A., which author Gerald Nicosia praises as “a novel where the magic is all in the language. A signing follows the reading. Award-winning journalist and author Richard Setlowe (The Haunting of Suzanna Blackwell) raves, “Aram Saroyan’s STILL NIGHT IN L.A. cruises the mean streets and trendy brunch boites of Los Angeles, this city of angels and psychopaths. His shamus Michael Shepard is a Marlowe for our digital times.” And renowned author Barry Gifford (Wild at Heart) praises STILL NIGHT IN L.A.: “ram Saroyan nurses the accelerator in a deceptively laconic way, channeling the faultless ratiocination of Charles Willeford (Miami Blues) and Paul Cain (Seven Slayers). STILL NIGHT IN L.A. keeps still until, at just the right moment, he floors it.” Copies of STILL NIGHT IN L.A. will be available for purchase and signing at the event. http://www.skylightbooks.com For additional Info: info@threeroomspress.com Real Ideal October 1, 2015 at 9:25 pm · Reply → Jubilo Drive and Real Ideal are teaming up for a next level take on the LA underground music scene in Echo Park. Jubilo Drive will be celebrating the release of their latest record, “Taqueria.” Popup Shops: Kingbail \| Lola The Label Performances: Jubilo Drive + youtu.be/WDpuNAEQFLM \| Kev. + soundcloud.com/whoiskev \| Pail + soundcloud.com/iampail \| facebook.com/events/314804235355185/ Doors open at 7pm. Free entry for music & art lovers of all ages. We have rented Echoes Under Sunset. This art space is next to the Echoplex (directly left of the bridge). 1310 Glendale Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026, right off the 101-freeway. Black Love September 30, 2015 at 3:33 am · Reply → Andorkappen (rhythmic noise coupled with nekro vocals) Black Artiodactyls (leftfield atmospheric ritual experimental music) Black Love (primitive disorienting hard rock) Sapphic Musk (homocentric Euro-Nordic heavy rock) Ye Olde Hushe Clubbe 10 p.m., Hyperion Tavern, 1941 Hyperion Ave., L.A., 90027 21+. Free. Deep. Knowing. Just like you. Tiffany Tse September 8, 2015 at 3:16 pm · Reply → Explore Silver Lake with exclusive access to homes designed and renovated by architects Escher GuneWardena, Rudolph Schindler, Tom Marble and Marmol Radziner. Tickets include a VIP tour of five homes & refreshments with your $175 donation. New Offer! Renew or become a Platinum or Gold Angel today and receive two complimentary tour tickets with your Angel Membership. We will open check-in promptly at 10am. All tour shuttles will be departing at 10:30am. The tour will be approximately four hours. Guests must ride on the shuttles to participate in the tour. Parking location will be shared with ticketholders in the coming weeks. This is a vertical tour. Most of the homes have staircases. Reggyna Mora August 28, 2015 at 1:38 pm · Reply → SUPERSONICO Returns on October 3, 2015 Hollywood Palladium, Los Angeles SUPERSONICO is a Multi-Genre, Multi-Stage, Cultural Happening Watch the Announcement Video: https://vimeo.com/131493844 ATERCIOPELADOS, XIMENA SARINANA, KINKY, NORTEC COLLECTIVE, MALA RODRIGUEZ, MARIACHI EL BRONX, MEXICAN INSITITUTE OF SOUND, HELLO SEAHORSE, PRAYERS, ALEX ANWANDTER, CHANCHA VIA CIRCUITO, EL MATO A UN POLICIA MOTORIZADO, TORREBLANCA, DJ AFRO, DENGUE DENGUE DENGUE, CALENTURA, MR PAUER AND ONE MORE…. Ashley McCulley August 26, 2015 at 3:34 pm · Reply → Who: UNICEF What: The UNICEF Black + White Masquerade Ball When: Friday, October 30, 2015 – 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Where: Hollywood Forever Cemetery – Masonic Lodge Website: UNICEFmasqla.org This Halloween…The World’s Children Need Your Help Each October in Chicago and Los Angeles, a group of young leaders in their 20s and 30s called UNICEF Next Generation hosts the UNICEF Masquerade Ball to raise critical funding that allows UNICEF to continue going to the most difficult and dangerous places on earth to save and protect the world’s children. The events attract a crowd of celebrities and notables who are committed to our cause. The evening promises its guests music and dancing to your favorite songs mixed by some of the country’s most talented DJs, fantastic food and drinks, and an opportunity to meet other influential global citizens. This year, we truly hope you will join us. UNICEF works in more than 190 countries and territories to put children first. UNICEF has helped save more children’s lives than any other humanitarian organization, by providing health care and immunizations, clean water and sanitation, nutrition, education, emergency relief and more. The U.S. Fund for UNICEF supports UNICEF’s work through fundraising, advocacy and education in the United States. Together, we are working toward the day when no children die from preventable causes and every child has a safe and healthy childhood. The party includes… -Delectable snacks from LA’s best food trucks and 5 hours of delicious drinks -Dancing to your favorite songs mixed by some the of the country’s top DJ’s -A one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet members of UNICEF Next Generation and beyond who share the belief that all children deserve basic rights: clean water, nutrition, protection, education, and emergency relief. Please join us this Halloween and help support the world’s children. The UNICEF Black + White Masquerade Ball Run of Show 9:00 pm – 10:30 pm Red Carpet Arrivals 9:00 pm – 1:00 am Appetizers and candy bar available 10:00 pm – 2:00 am TBD DJ set 11:55 pm – 12:00 am UNICEF remarks 12:00 am – 12:02 am Toast to Halloween 2:00 am Event Concludes Rockridgemusic August 25, 2015 at 7:47 am · Reply → Folk Family Revival @ The Mint 6010 West Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90035 Ticket and Show info: http://themintla.com/event.cfm?id=211711&cart Description: Blues/folk band Folk Family Revival performing live at The Mint Shayna Rain and the Part - Tine Models August 23, 2015 at 7:14 pm · Reply → Indie blues rock band from Las Vegas Vic Hightaian August 17, 2015 at 10:24 am · Reply → iLLaFenT Live Vic Hightaian’s band iLLaFenT is gonna rock your face off!! State Social House August 23 9pm Sonny McLean’s Irish Pub August 27 10pm Noah Peterson August 15, 2015 at 9:25 pm · Reply → The Southern California LoopFest is back for another round! The greatest, most creative musical event you’ve never heard of returns to diPiazza’s in Long Beach, 5202 E Pacific Coast Hwy, for two nights of music and technology from around the world! http://www.socalloopfest.com The fest runs Oct 28th and 29th, shows start a 7pm and admission is by donation. For those of you wondering what is a “LoopFest?” It is a showcase of music and technology performance artists. These artists use hardware and/or software technologies to instantly record and play back sound. It is a diverse, creative, innovative, and fascinating display of talent, science, and art. Looping has been around for decades in academia, avant garde, and incorporates new technologies into making sound. All of the artists are highly talented, highly creative, highly interesting, and amazingly in technologies and styles. Some are noise, some use traditional song forms, some are ambient, some are powerful, some are subtle. Our debut year for the Rocky Mountain LoopFest features a mix of local and national talent performing a variety of music with an incredible amount of cool technology. This year the SoCal LoopFest features performers from 8 states and 5 countries. Performers of note include L.A’s own Steuart Liebig, Zack Walters of 3rd Alley, Jambandman David Gans, Aldo Caldo’s comedy/musical presentation, vocal looper extraordinaire Alissa Vox Raw from Toronto Canada, and the incredible music and instruments of Cabezas de Cera from Mexico City, Mexico. Complete line-up, set-times, venue, and ticket information for each event is online at http://www.socalloopfest.com along with links to artist websites and video recorded performances from previous festivals. Facebook links are available for those who want to personally interact with the festival and performers, as well as links to stream the concerts live. Line-up for Oct 28 Noah Peterson – San Antonio, TX 7pm Josh Elliott – Tomah, WI 7:30pm ecnegrU – Nanes, France 8pm Tigr Hors – Columbus, OH 8:30pm Steve Moyes – Gillingham, Medway, England 9PM Robert Matheson – St. George, UT 9:30pm Steuart Liebig – Los Angeles, CA 10pm Cabezas de Cera – Mexico City, Mexico 10:30pm Shores of Latency – Providence, RI & Paris, France 11pm Just Alliance – Las Vegas, NV 11:30pm Mike Why – Pittsburgh, PA Midnight Jelila Musique – Paris, France 12:30am Line-up for Oct 29th Rejyna – Los Angeles, CA 7pm Son Fish – Turlock, CA 7:30pm Joseph Soul – Irvine, CA 8pm Zack Walters – Long Beach, CA 8:30pm Alissa Vox Raw – Toronto, Ontario, Canada 9PM Entertainment for the Braindead – Berlin, Germany 9:30pm David Gans – San Francisco, CA 10pm Aldo Caldo – Austin, TX 10:30pm Cian – Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico 11pm The Electric Noodle – San Francisco, CA 11:30pm riz orkestra – Los Angeles, CA Midnight Peterson Entertainment, Llc 999 East Basse Road #180-117 http://www.noahpeterson.com http://www.petersonentertainment.com David Knicker August 1, 2015 at 11:15 am · Reply → check out my band ANCHOR WEST facebook.com/anchorwestband http://www.anchorwestband.com Chantal July 28, 2015 at 4:38 pm · Reply → Margo Rey LIVE at Spaghettini & The Dave Koz lounge August 13th, 2015 10:00PM Seven-time Billboard charting singer-songwriter Margo Rey will grace the stage of Spaghettini & The Dave Koz lounge on Thursday night, August 13th, 2015. The admission is FREE and the atmosphere is fun! Come join us to experience fine food and the sultry voice of Margo Rey LIVE! R.k. Shuquem July 17, 2015 at 10:31 pm · Reply → Los Angeles – For Immediate Release R.K. Shuquem to Debut more than 50 Pieces of New Work on July 31st @ Last Projects gallery, Hollywoood Diverse multimedia artist R.K. Shuquem has immersed himself in the challenge of creating 50 original 6″ x 6″ art panels in 50 days, an ambitious undertaking begun on June 8, 2015, commissioned by the Sanchez Art Center. For the series of 50 panels, Shuquem explores the theme of “jail cells” as a contemplation of psychological and spiritual perspectives, crafting bleak yet mystically evocative black-and-white pieces from India ink. The panels are a continuation of Shuquem’s dystopian and fictional production called Medieval Crimes, which uses imagery from the prison industrial complex in a symbolic manner to comment on human identities, relationships and power structures. Shuquem will debut the full set of 50 pieces at the Blue Moon 2015 show at LAST Projects Gallery in Hollywood on Friday, July 31st. The night syncs up with the rare occurrence of this year’s blue moon, an extra full moon that occurs only once every 2-3 years. Blue Moon 2015 also offers a chance to see the Element Series, a set of four 66″ x 60″ large format works that Shuquem recently completed for his Medieval Crimes project, a multimedia dystopian fantasy in development since 2011. In addition to Shuquem’s work, Blue Moon 2015 will feature new original pieces by LA-based psychedelic artist Nora Keyes. Keyes’ will be showing her tonda paintings, which she calls Portals. Her large round mixed media paintings are meant to serve as spiritual transit aids. Blue Moon 2015 will have a closing reception at LAST Projects on Thursday August 20th. Shuquem’s fifty panels will then be transported to Pacifica, California’s Sanchez Art Center for their annual 50/50 art show where 90 other artists who have also taken the challenge to create 50 works in 50 days will be showing the results of their efforts. Reception August 28. Prints of the finished pieces are currently available from saatchiart.com/shuquem. Blue Moon 2015 feat. the Works of R.K. Shuquem and Nora Keyes Friday, July 31, 2015 – 7:30pm – 11:30pm LAST Projects: 6546 Hollywood Blvd., Ste. 215, Los Angeles, CA 90028 More About Rk Shuquem: Rk Shuquem uses symbolism to explore the psychology of oppression in relationship to myth and spirituality. For the last few years, his creative output of ink drawings, printmaking, music, and video has centered around a fictional narrative of a prison-based reality show called Medieval Crimes. Shuquem’s creative work first developed as part of the DIY punk culture of the 80’s in which he published zines, pressed records, and promoted shows. In the 90’s he began to tour nationally and internationally with his own music and performance groups. He started showing visual art regularly when he opened his own gallery in Chicago in 2005. Shuquem received a BFA in Fine Art in 2004 as well as a BA in Graphic Design from CSU East Bay in Hayward, California. For several years afterwards he worked as Art Director / Studio Manager at Chicago non-profit, The Arts of Life, inc. He also directed Reversible Eye gallery in Chicago from 2005 to 2012. He currently is a mixed media and printmaking instructor at ECF Art Center, Los Angeles. R.K. Shuquem Official Site – http://rk.shuquem.com/ Past music / performance projects – Loto Ball, Phantom Limbs, Mucca Pazza, The Arts of Life Band,Circus Redickuless, BoyScouts of Annihilation, Hags, Parkas More About Nora Keyes: Nora Keyes has been an active member of the Los Angeles underground art and music scene since the mid ’90′s. Her visual and sonic creations are, as she describes Improvisations of the multiplicities of abundant realities that exist parallel to our own solidified view. Her main focus for her visual work is painting and collage combined with paint. In these works she uses multiple perspectives to make a shape shifting condensed landscapes that aid the viewer’s mind to have their own unique vision. Currently she is working on a series of tonda paintings, she calls Portals. These pieces are personal works/ alchemical markers that follow her own psychological metamorphosis as she ages and gains wisdom. Some of these paintings will take years while others may be produced in weeks. Her current contribution musically is a project called Roco Jet. A Roco Jet is a term that came to her in a dream which refers to a highly ornate bejeweled Rococo flying air ship. The music is meant to transport the listener out of their current mood constraints and free them to fly along in sonic emerald opalescent superabundant spheres made by the filigrees of their own mental lattice. Her visual and sonic work communicate to each other aiding in the development of both. My visual work is the way I think musically. I don’t enjoy reading notes off a page so much as I enjoy thinking about music in terms of visual landscapes. The juxtaposition of colors, plays on perspective, and the movements in paint are my musical notations. dana July 14, 2015 at 11:58 am · Reply → SIREN CALL RETURNS TO LOS ANGELES FOR A STRING OF DATES AND VIDEO SHOOT NEW SONG LA CRASH TO BE RELEASED IN AUGUST BAND IN MIDST OF KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGN Based in Vienna, Austria Siren Call is Bulgarian born Yvonne Lace (vocals, bass) and US native Jason de Cordoba (guitar, backing vocals.) This multi-international duo works as a unit and has a knack for writing great hooks and bringing a multitude of different flavors to the table. They blend alternative rock with a bit of grunge and a lot of melodic pop, adding in emotional vocals to bring their sound to a poetic level. Following up the April release of the video for their song ”Just A Man” the band gets set to drop a new single and video for the song “LA Crash” in late August. See the video for “Just A Man” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kP2-bVzV40 Although they have already established themselves as contenders in the European scene the band is ready and eager to bring their music and message to the US masses. They are returning to Los Angeles this month with a string of dates on the Sunset Strip. The band has launched a kickstarter campaign to help fund their LA tour expenses and video cost, as part of this crowdfunded endeavor you are all invited to join in the fun and of course, there will be plenty of pledger only exclusives. Support their Kickstarter Campaign here: http://kck.st/1K80gEu The band bristles with elegant, melodic aggression, potent roaring guitar and a soulful siren call. Alex Enriquez July 9, 2015 at 9:58 am · Reply → Do you love it LOUD!!! Then Check out EPZ “Evil Petting Zoo!” Austin’s Newest Hair metal / Arena Rock Covering the best of: Bon Jovi AC/DC White Snake Poison Rat Bullet Boys White Lion Van Halen Slaughter Tesla Motley Crue Kingdom Come Scorpions Def Leppard And Much~ Much More! Come see what the talk is all about ! One of Austin’s Growing Secrets is blowing up , and can’t stay that way anymore! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Evil-Petting-Zoo/622600514507125?fref=ts Apryll July 6, 2015 at 11:18 am · Reply → On Saturday, July 11th, 2015, The New Collective will be hosting a live conscious interactive experience featuring performances by the Sophisticated Psychos, Stevie Blacke, Nick Ralph, Apryll Aileen, healings by Shaman Harry Paul, artwork by Magnolia Lafleur, Kyriaki Chonacas and more. Stevie Blacke has performed as an instrumentalist, with some of the most recognizable people in the business including Pink, Madonna, U2, Alice in Chains, Rihanna, Miley Ray Cyrus, Beck & more! Magnolia Lafleur, a published writer & artist is also training with the Trinidad and Tobago National Track & Field Team for the 2016 Olympics. The event will be a delight for all senses. Think modern day Andy Warhol, Keith Haring & Yoko Ono with full on theatre (videos & stills) all day. All are welcome to participate in the open mic with a song, comedy skit or enriching idea. Paintings will be raffled off every hour along with gifts from Whole Foods Market (YumButter, Beauty Counter, Orly & Chonocas, etc.). The New Collective is located at 6440 Santa Monica Blvd. Tickets are $7 in advance or $11 at the door and can be purchased online. Doors open at 2pm – activities will be going on until 2am. All ages are welcome. http://www.eventbrite.com/e/k1111-featuring-cocos-tantrums-tickets-17492384192 Trip Eazy LA June 27, 2015 at 7:55 pm · Reply → Trip Eazy LA Presents: The Viral Underground Exclusive Underground Music & Arts Event in Los Angeles at an AFFORDABLE PRICE! Date: Saturday July 11, 2015 — 9 PM – 2 AM Location: House of Gods (3225 Union Pacific Avenue Los Angeles 90023) Price: $5 w/ RSVP —- $10 w/o RSVP RSVP Info: http://www.tripeazyla.com to RSVP to our Event LIVE MUSIC, In HOUSE DJs, VISUAL ART & FASHION This Trendy and Casual Underground Music Event has all the elements to cater to the Los Angeles crowd. Features a Unique Futuristic Sound that most have not heard before with AMAZING Live Performances from today’s Up and Coming LA Artists. Check out our website at http://www.tripeazyla.com to check out our previous events. ————- HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE VIRAL UNDERGROUND —————- W3 Public Relations June 27, 2015 at 8:34 am · Reply → Bobby Long has gone from pursuing his dreams on the London open mic scene to anticipating the August 7 release of his new album, ODE TO THINKING from Compass Records. In support of the release, he will tour the U.S. and Europe, including McCabe’s Guitar Shop on Saturday, August 1st. Tickets are $20 and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Long is best known for his powerfully evocative lyrics set to haunting melodies. Since relocating to New York in 2009, he has cultivated a large, dedicated fan base, one that allowed him to successfully implement a PledgeMusic campaign to fund the new album. Emm June 19, 2015 at 7:56 pm · Reply → My name is Emm and I’m a 22 year old singer/songwriter/producer. I’ve been grinding in the industry for 6 years and been in and out of several contracts. Recently, I finally put out my first song “Avalanche.” I would be honored if you would be open to sharing it on your site. This song is unique because I created all of entirely by myself, and female artists that produce their own work well is rare in the business, so I was hoping that may be something that sparks your interest. The link to the song is here: https://soundcloud.com/emminreallife/avalanche-emm Please let me know if you’d be open to this! Instagram: @emminreallife Twitter: Twitter.com/emminreallife Facebook: Facebook.com/emminreallife Franklin Manor June 13, 2015 at 11:43 am · Reply → Straight out of the studio to a record deal in Japan!! Franklin Manor hits the road starting in Tokyo, July 2015. Check out the latest single “Lost Angel” released from their new album “Motive”. Motive is a New Wave Dance Rock concept album set to cast light on fake, unauthentic people in Los Angeles stepping over each other and blending in with the norm while aiming for success in the entertainment biz. Their album is available on iTunes NOW!! http://www.franklinmanormusic.com Astroetic Studios June 8, 2015 at 10:22 pm · Reply → Astroetic Studios proudly presents DEAD CELEBRITIES (Revival Ball): The deadest party ever! We are bringing back the biggest baddest names in the history of celebrity! WHO WILL YOU BE? COSTUME CONTEST! Date: Saturday June 13th Location: Astroetic Studios – 224 E. 11th Street, Suite 700A, Los Angeles, CA 90015 FB Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1618262968418598/ Dance to songs of the past by those who have passed with DJ Merc 80! There will be booths and games, a Sega Genius “Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker” competition, a Bettie Page photo booth, and karaoke! Play Operation with Patch Adams! Take a stroll down the Dead Celebrity Hall of Fame! Food inspired by the spirit of Julia Child. We strongly encourage dressing as a dead celebrity. This is a once-in-a-lifetime extravaganza! Be there! $5 With Costume $10 Without Costume Thigh Gap Comedy May 27, 2015 at 3:30 am · Reply → GENTRIFICATION, the fanciest backyard comedy show in all of Highland Park is back, but this time we’re trading in the backyard for a super cool warehouse space. The show is always FREE but RSVP at http://www.thighgapcomedy.com for top secret address and directions. Enjoy live comedy as you drink cheap beer in a North East LA artist loft, live/work space. Laugh because airbrushed paintings of The Virgin Mary are cheaper than artisanal churros and some sucker buying $6 gluten free donuts just made everyone’s rent go up. Come be a part of GENTRIFICATION! This month’s awesome line-up features: JAMES ADOMIAN (Comedy Bang! Bang!, Kroll Show) CHRIS GARCIA (This American Life, Last Call with Carson Daly) NEEL NANDA (Garfunkel and Oats, Funny Girls) MARCELLA ARGUELLO (Last Call with Carson Daly) STEVE YOUNG (Fashion Police, Hollywood Improv) KRYSTAL THE PISTOL (TBS Just for Laughs Festival) SIMON GIBSON (Good Heroin, Church) Presented by Thigh Gap Comedy: DANIELLE PEREZ MADISON SHEPARD DANIELLE RADFORD Show: 8:30PM GENTRIFICATION is FREE, but RSVP at http://www.thighgapcomedy.com for location and directions Beer, Water, and Wine will be available for CASH donations Remember to support your local taco truck and see you there! Rockridgemusic May 26, 2015 at 10:17 am · Reply → Rock band The Damnwells performing live at The Roxy The Damnwells @ The Roxy – All Ages Show at 9 pm Doors open at 8 pm Tickets- $20 The Roxy- 9009 West Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA Link for more info: http://www.theroxy.com/event/794719-damnwells-west-hollywood/ Kaitlyn May 15, 2015 at 7:36 am · Reply → Event: Margo Rey Date: Thursday, June 4, 2015 Place: Spaghettini Location: 184 N. Canon Drive Ticket Price: No cover Time: 9:00PM – 11:00PM Margo Rey calls her music Organica™. Organica is a ferociously nuanced hybrid of Alternative Pop that is deeply rooted in lush vocals, ambient guitars, with thick, dynamic grooves all created by humans not machines. NO COVER FEE Deserted May 12, 2015 at 1:16 pm · Reply → May 30 2015: Deserted At The Palms music and camping at an offbeat oasis known as THE PALMS in Wonder Valley, California Lineup: King Tuff, Black Bananas, No Age, Sonny & The Sunsets, Magic Trick, Jack Name, Part Time, Pharaohs, Nedelle Torrisi, The Memories, Zig Zags, Bloody Death Skull, Kim & The Created, Feels, Zombelle, L.A. Takedown, Butchy Fuego, Anna Oxygen, Barfth All ages welcome. $30 tickets. Free camping. The Palms is a desert haunt in a desolate place called Wonder Valley. A shabby oasis run by a family known as The Sibleys, the beer costs two dollars and they sell twinkies at the bar. It has an out-of-tune piano missing some keys and its most dedicated patron is a tall mannequin with a giant cat mask for a head. The place is a treasure. Come and experience! Kirsten Alario May 8, 2015 at 12:14 pm · Reply → Hello Pretty People, Meet Jenny Swoish, OC’s sweetest country sweetheart. Check her website or read more about her below! https://soundcloud.com/jenny-swoish http://jennyswoish.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jenlynnmusic Jenny Swoish is a pop-country-folk-jazz-whatever-you-like singer-songwriter based in Southern California. With her flexible vocal styling she’s found herself performing in all kinds of venues, from crooning at galas to national anthems in arenas to just belting at the bar next door. When it comes her newest release “To Me,” Jenny cuts to the chase and sings about what young love means to her and how she can only speak the true words of her heart through her music. “This is an apology song for someone who was close to me, because we had just had an argument. I’m not always great with saying what I mean when I need to, so I wrote him this song so he would know,” Swoish says. Her debut EP, Tornado, is a nice representation of Jenny herself: fresh, heartfelt, and nothing too terribly serious. You’ll hear an unmistakable dance-twang that screams pop-country in her first single “Tornado,” but you’ll just as soon hear a sophistication in the jazz overtones of “Written in the Stars.” All songs on the EP were written and performed by Jenny Swoish. Tornado is available for purchase on iTunes and Amazon. Brand & Media Contact: Sky Dickinson, sky.g.dickinson@gmail.com, 714-514-9253 Booking Inquiries: Kirsten Alario, alariokirsten@gmail.com, 714-345-7199 For videos, photos and additional assets for editorial use, please visit jennyswoish.com Christa Nannos May 1, 2015 at 10:34 am · Reply → Hi Musicians! My name is Christa Nannos. I am a singer based in L.A. and have just released my second single Always and Never. I recently won third place in Indie Nation’s viral music competition for my first single Something About You. I would greatly appreciate you taking the time to listen to my latest single Always and Never! Connect with me on my website http://www.christanannos.com Follow me on Instagram and Twitter! @cnannos https://soundcloud.com/christanannos/always-and-never kate April 29, 2015 at 5:13 pm · Reply → Five Knives with Dev @ the Troubadour May 5th The Nashville electro-pop band has had two Top 10 Billboard Club hits, toured with Icona Pop, Twenty One Pilots and Smashing Pumpkins, and a remix of their song was nominated for a Grammy this year. Their Mark Needham (Imagine Dragons, The Killers)-produced debut album comes out June 2nd. Watch the video for their new single “Savages” and listen to more tracks at http://www.fiveknivesmusic.com Gorgeous Media Group April 29, 2015 at 1:04 pm · Reply → RICHARD SHELTON TO PERFORM AT BRITWEEK: April 30th, 2015 at 10:15pm Riviera Bar 8555 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048 Admission : Free “Shelton is a true star!” Kate Courtney, CNN Following his ‘Best Actor in a Leading Role’ award-winning performance as Frank Sinatra in ‘Rat Pack Confidential’ join Richard Shelton as he recreates magical moments in Sinatra’s musical career. Following a sold out performance at the world famous Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London over this weekend, Richard Shelton will be performing an unofficial performance of new album ‘An Englishman in Love in L.A.’ The album features some of Frank Sinatra’s original band members including Mike Lang (piano), Chuck Berghofer (bass) and Gregg Field (drums). At the Britweek even at the Riviera Bar located in the Sofitel Hotel, Shelton will be accompanied by Alex Rudd who was voted ‘BBC Young Composer of the Year.’ “Shelton as Sinatra is quite simply phenomenal” Mike Young, BBC TV “A standout performance” Michael Billington, The Times “Marvellously played” Charles Spencer, The Daily Telegraph Bree Blatchford April 24, 2015 at 11:39 am · Reply → Venice Family Clinic’s 37th Annual Art Walk and Auctions is coming up on Sunday, May 17th, 2015 from Noon to 6pm! Immerse yourself in Venice’s vibrant art scene with exclusive access to artists’ studios. Experience Google as a gallery and bid on works from LA’s most prominent artists. Join us in raising $650,000 to provide critically-needed health care for the 20,000 low-income, uninsured and homeless patients in our community. Venice Family Clinic was founded in 1970 and offers necessary services including medical, dental, vision, chronic disease management and HIV care for people in need. The Clinic operates through nine sites in Venice, Santa Monica, Inglewood, Mar Vista, and Culver City. The Art Walk and Auctions are free, open to the public, and include the Silent Art Auction, the Community Celebration, the Imagination Station for Kids, and live music and food. The Artist Studio Tours go from Noon to 4pm and require tickets that can be bought upon arrival to the venue. Online bidding on select pieces will begin on April 24th at Noon (PST) at http://www.paddle8.com/auctions/venicefamilyclinic. The bidding will cease on May 15th, 2015 at Noon (PST). Bid early and often, your winning bid provides health care to those in need! Nolan April 23, 2015 at 11:33 am · Reply → Hey lovely folks, Albert, my band, plays 1960s rock/pop/R&B, and we just released our debut album, Businessman. It was recorded at Levon Helm Studios and engineered, mixed, and produced by 3-time grammy winner Justin Guip (www.justinguip.com). Please consider giving us a listen! http://www.albertband.com http://www.albertband.bandcamp.com/album/businessman http://www.soundcloud.com/albertband http://www.facebook.com/albertlovesyou Thanks and Love, Kimberly Goodnight April 22, 2015 at 1:53 pm · Reply → GOURMET FOOD TRUCKS, LIVE MUSIC & GUEST DJS, BEER & WINE AND UNIQUE FINDS (Los Angeles, CA) It’s official! From the man who brought you Dodger Stadium Flea, Downtown Flea and Melrose Flea launches his next epic adventure, ODD NIGHTS AT THE AUTRY. Curator Phillip Dane brings another community hot spot to life with a variety of over 200 vendors from 18 gourmet food trucks, beer garden, custom handmade treasures and live music featuring DJs. This vivid culture is perfect for all ages and families to bring a blanket, host an evening picnic while enjoying the great outdoors. This FREE event is a platform for selected artisans, craftsman, designers, and DIY experts for showcasing their creations and sharing their secrets. WHAT: ODD NIGHTS AT THE AUTRY is a curated Etsy-esque event with 200+ booths and vendors of artist, designers of fashion, jewelry, home goods, antiques, collectibles, eats and much more. http://www.theoddmarket.com WHERE: 4700 Western Heritage Way, 90027 WHEN: May 22nd 2015 \| 6PM – 11PM PST Held 3rd Friday of each month COST: FREE entry & parking for 2000 attendees CONTACT: Phillip Dane at hello@theoddmarket.com GET SOCIAL: Facebook & Twitter: @LAeventco @oddmarket Instagram: @oddmarketla VENDORS: Love and Moxie, Vintage by Vera, Birdy Fashion on the Fly, Fry, Fry Food Truck & more… SPONSORS: Keurig, First Aid Shot Therapy, Amoeba Music, ArtQuench Magazine & powered by LA WEEKLY http://www.theoddmarket.com Brandon Juezan-Williams April 20, 2015 at 4:23 pm · Reply → Hello Los Angeles community! My name is Brandon and I’m the Special Events Coordinator for Versa-Style Dance Company! This year we are happy to celebrate our 10 year anniversary by throwing a special 2-day dance festival for all to see! This festival includes battles, dance showcases, live art, vendors,dance workshops, and more! Event details are as follows -Main Event -2v2 Open styles battles. Cash prizes and gifts for winners! -Time: 3:00pm-10:00pm -Location: East Los Angeles Performing Arts Academy -Entrance fee: $15 pre sale, $20 at the door -Workshops from hip hop dance legends -Time: 12:00pm-6:00pm -Workshop fee: $10 per class, $40 for all 5 classes The East Los Angeles Performing Arts Academy address is 4211 E. Dozier St. Los Angeles, CA 90063 Pre-sale tickets available now at http://www.versastyledance.com Pre-register for battles by emailing info@versastyledance.com Vendors and Live Art inquiries contact me at brandonjw238@gmail.com Want to know more about Versa-Style Dance Company? Visit our site and join our mailing list! http://www.versastyledance.com La Music Lessons April 19, 2015 at 11:22 pm · Reply → Ever wanted to take private music lessons in Los Angeles with exclusive instructors. We offer guitar, voice, piano, dj, and music production lessons. Visit our website at http://takesessions.com to start! Karen Labuca April 17, 2015 at 10:42 pm · Reply → Enter The Paradox LIVE at The House of Blues Anaheim The House of Blues 1530 S Disneyland Dr Mary Ann Curtis April 15, 2015 at 1:07 pm · Reply → CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT Red Letter Press, Los Angeles Office 2122 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90018 • 323-732-6416 Contact: Mary Ann Curtis, curtism59@aol.com; 323-732-6416 (office); 323-610-2479 (cell) For Release: Immediately Do not use after: Saturday, May 9, 2015 RE: Author reading and May Day tribute LOS ANGELES. Saturday, May 9, 7pm Local Authors of Color Talk Back. Contributors to a new anthology, “Talking Back: Voices of Color,” discuss their writings and lead a celebration of May Day, the international workers holiday. The book features political, feminist and cultural perspectives of activist African Americans, Latina/os, Asian Pacific Americans, Indigenous people, Arabs, LGBTQ, immigrants, political prisoners, and more. Saturday, May 9, 7-8:30pm at The Last Bookstore, 453 S. Spring Street, Los Angeles. Free. Sponsored by the Comrades of Color Caucus of Radical Women and Freedom Socialist Party. For more information, 323-732-6416, radicalwomenla@earthlink.net, fspla@earthlink.net, or RedLetterPress.org/events. Clara April 11, 2015 at 7:16 am · Reply → Clara Bellino Duo @ Gardenia Lounge – May 7! – 7 PM West Hollywood, CA 90038 Come out to the Gardenia Lounge on May 7 to see Clara Bellino Duo play, featuring Clara Bellino and Jay Crawford. Tickets available at the Door for $20. The venue asks that reservations are made ahead of time to indicate if attendees are coming for dinner and the show or just drinks and the show. They want to ensure they have adequate staff in place. Reservations can be made at (323) 467-7444. SET TIME: 9:00pm DINNER TIME: 7:00pm See more here: http://clarabellino.com/shows#post-1897 Andy H April 5, 2015 at 12:47 pm · Reply → I am one of the founders of Dylanfest, and each year we are treated to new talented artists, singers and bands and look forward to our favorites from previous years. Our biggest challenge is getting the word out to new people who love live music and incomparably great songs. If that’s you and you’re reading this, come join us on May 3rd for 8 hours of live Dylan music. For details, go to http://www.andyandrenee.com. DB April 4, 2015 at 9:41 pm · Reply → I have been to many of these Dylan Fest events too. These people really know how to put on a show. So much talent in one place at one time. There is something like 50 different performers that come out on stage and play a song or two with the main band, Hard Rain, and they all rock the house. Look forward to it every year. Thanks for the reminder. Christine April 4, 2015 at 11:57 am · Reply → Ten years of attending these Dylsnfests – now in its 25th year has turned me from a casual Dylan fan into one with a true deep appreciation of his 500+ compositions – on 100s of topics in all music genres. And you will meet wonderful people – Hard Rain and their magical network of musician friends, attract a fun, interesting, caring fan base – you will enjoy the day! See http://www.andyandrenee.com for details – May 3 2015 in Torrance – a well spent $30-35. Carl April 4, 2015 at 11:04 am · Reply → Dylanfest – celebrating Bob Dylan’s birthday for the 25th year!! On May 3 2015 at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center outstanding local musicians gather to interpret and perform Dylan’s music. 60+ musicians – all day, all Dylan, no repeats – all genres. A comfortable, sunny, outdoor venue (with Shelter from the Storm if necessary). Food and drink available. Details at http://www.andyandrenee.com. Ultra Violent Rays March 29, 2015 at 9:19 pm · Reply → Come get spooky with us at Bar Sinister on Sat. April 25th! “Cooper Gillespie and Greg Gordon sound a bit like the result of PORTISHEAD and Siouxsie Sioux making love while Blade Runner is on. It’s ambitious goth pop with a modern approach.” -Nothing But Hope And Passion SHOW INFO: ULTRA VIOLENT RAYS @ BAR SINISTER 1652 N Cherokee Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028 w/Swarming Orchids, Ginger V. \| 10 pm, $10 cover Soundcloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/ultraviolentrays Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ultraviolentrays Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ultraviolentrays Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/theultraviolent xxx, UVR Kiki Melendez March 26, 2015 at 1:09 pm · Reply → #LOCOS Y CONTENTOS con KIKI MELENDEZ Comedia En Vivo/Stand-Up Comedy MIERCOLOS, ABRIL 1, 2015 3pm show JULIO SABALA Angel Lozado Macario Brujo Alexis Valdez Piter Albeiro Frank Hevia Jochi Jochi Mark Viera Zulema Cruz Joey Vega Pinchi Peter Line-Up subject to change without notice FREE Admission/Entrada GRATIS!! For RSVP Call 818 729-5642 or http://audiencia@lbimedia.com/ 1615 Vine Street Hollywood CA 90028 Save the date/Reserva esta fecha Mas grabaciones con grandes estrellas Y los mejores comediantes del mundo. (nuevos cómicos se anunciarán para este show muy pronto! Manténte al tanto) A las 3pm, 5pm Y 7pm Desert Daze 2015 March 24, 2015 at 3:26 pm · Reply → Desert Daze 2015! Artist run festival; by musicians, for everyone! Coming from a non-corporate perspective, very grass roots and youthful. An overnight camping affair under the desert stars! Headliners this year include: WARPAINT, RJD2, FAILURE, MINUS THE BEAR, DAN DEACON, THE BUDOS BAND + more!! Here is a link to our recap video for 2014: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfWv4JTPRKw. Website: http://www.desertdaze.org Ian March 13, 2015 at 2:19 pm · Reply → Red Queen Music Publishing is having a showcase tonight featuring four of their acts. The night celebrates punk band Kittenhead’s CD release for their upcoming album “We’re Here”. Before they go on stage duo Forever My Love No More comprised of legendary punk rocker Paul Roessler (The Screamers, 45 Grave, Nervous Gender) and veteran singer/songwriter Cherish Alexander belt out their lush soundscapes. The night will also feature performances by Jean-Paul Riva and burgeoning hardcore group The Gatsby Affair. This night is not to be missed. Doors open at 8 PM at Cafe NELA 1906 Cypress Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90065 Forever My Love No More – 9PM Kittenhead – 10PM Jean-Paul Riva – 11PM The Gatsby Affair – 11:30 PM Karen Labuca March 12, 2015 at 7:39 pm · Reply → Ian Webber Presents Joseph Eid LIVE @ Bar Lubitsch Tickets: $8.00 http://www.barlubitsch.com Vincent Loris March 9, 2015 at 1:45 am · Reply → NARIP Holds Exclusive Live Pitch Session with Top Music Supervisor Jason Kramer – March 11 in Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA (March 9, 2015) – The National Association for Recording Industry Professionals (NARIP.com) will host an exclusive pitch session with Music Supervisor Jason Kramer from Elias Arts Music Agency. At this intimate session, attendees will have the opportunity to present their music and receive instant feedback from one of the industry’s most sought-out executives who selects, commissions and licenses music for campaigns for some of the world’s most recognizable brands. Jason’s insights come from 20+ years of experience working in radio, management, consulting, and now as a music supervisor. He’s also a DJ on taste-maker radio station KCRW 89.9-FM. NARIP’s Music Supervisor Sessions have resulted in over 200 song placements in major TV shows, movies and commercials as well as artist management, music publishing and licensing deals for participants. And creative collaborations that have resulted are too numerous to mention. “I’ve had 3 managers and 5 years of plugging away on the Internet for contacts and had more success getting material in front of a music supervisor with NARIP’s sessions than anything previously! Please keep it up, I will definitely attend more!” – Shay Dillon, Independent To learn more about this event and register, visit: http://bit.ly/NARIP-Kramer Annette March 5, 2015 at 5:02 pm · Reply → UPCOMING EVENTS for The Downtown Palace and Tower Theatres: Red Bull @ Night, Cinespia, The Airborne Toxic Event, SYSK, Dance Camera West—March ahead with the Broadway Theatre Group: DTLA’s historic Los Angeles, Palace, and Tower Theatres! And here’s what’s coming up: Saturday Mar 21 @ The Downtown Palace Our favorite, most elegant and creative second run cinema and cos-play presenters, Cinespia, will present Walter Murch’s darkly phantasmagoric Return To Oz (1985, 113 min), a bizarre film once considered too scary for young children. Doors 7PM/$20. More info: http://cinespia.org/event/return-oz/ Sunday, Mar 22nd @ The Tower Theatre Live Nation Presents Los Feliz’s own The Airborne Toxic Event, whose artful blend of rock music and orchestral arrangements have garnered them a fanatical following, and word around the Tower is that ATE is due to be in fine experimental form. Doors 7PM/Sold Out. More info: http://www.livenation.com/events/444770-mar-22-2015-the-airborne-toxic-event Monday Mar 30th @ The Palace Theatre HowStuffWorks writers Josh Clark and Charles W. “Chuck” Bryant talk about fringe science and other topics in their Webby winning podcast Stuff You Should Know (SYSK), presented on stage by Live Nation, with drive up appearance by the Smilebooth Van! Doors 7PM/$34. More info: http://www.livenation.com/events/430992-mar-30-2015-stuff-you-should-know Some Future Events: Friday May 1st @ The Palace Theatre Dance Camera West Film Festival Opening Night! DCW presents the 14th Annual Dance Media Film Festival exploring dance through film, live performance and interactive media installations. Short films, documentaries, panels and animation, live performance. Doors 7pm/$15. More info: http://www.dancecamerawest.org The Los Angeles, Downtown Palace, and Tower Theatres, are available for your next special event or concert. Please direct your rental and producing inquiries to: Paul Assimacopoulos/Event Director – 213-488-2009 or email paul@btgla.com Downtown Palace https://www.facebook.com/downtownpalace?ref=hl Los Angeles Theatre: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Los-Angeles-Theatre/1541777786044442?ref=hl Tower Theatre: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tower-Theatre/253434134866433?ref=hl Los Angeles Theatre https://twitter.com/TheLATheatre https://twitter.com/DowntownPalace https://twitter.com/TowerTheatreLA Sage Whitaker March 5, 2015 at 3:29 pm · Reply → My name is Sage Whitaker, and I along with my friend, Zoe Jones, made a video promposal to ask Zayn Malik and Harry Styles of One Direction to prom. Since we were in ninth grade, we knew that we wanted to ask a celebrity to prom, so much so that we put it on our ‘high school bucket list.’ Now that we have actually chosen who to ask, made our video, and put it out there, we just hope that the members of One Direction can end up viewing our video in time for our prom (May 9th, 2015 in Los Angeles, CA.) It would honestly make all of our prom dreams come true considering our love for One Direction. Thank you for considering to share our video, it means the world to us. Armando Diaz March 4, 2015 at 7:52 am · Reply → Club America is looking to win over some new fans by expanding outside of Brazil and into the US. With the previous album, the band was recognized by MTV, PlayTV, VH1, Canal Brasil and Rolling Stone Brasil and led them to perform at international festivals like SXSW, CMW, VOV Festival, Planeta Terra Festival, Goiânia Noise and Demosul. They shared the stage with The Strokes, Beady Eye, Bombay Bicycle Club, among others. The band had the opportunity to be included in commercial campaigns for giants like Coca-Cola and Rudel Sports in Brazil and included on the worldwide launch of Windows 8. Their new album ‘Let’s Go Outside’ will be available March 17th on digital stores like iTunes, physically on independent record stores across USA and on the official Sonovibe Records store (http://www.sonoviberecords.com). The promotional tour will include the following dates and venues: March 18th – (Sonovibe Records) The Rooftop @ Venice Beach, CA March 19th – Milk Bar @ San Francisco, CA March 20th – Cafe Colonial @ Sacramento, CA March 21st – The Hive @ Flagstaff, AZ March 22nd – Underground @ Santa Fe, NM March 24th – Lost Leaf @ Phoenix, AZ March 25th – The Merrow @ San Diego, CA March 26th – Boomer’s Bar @ Las Vegas, NV March 27th – Silverlake Lounge @ Los Angeles, CA We would love to see you all there! Thank you! For more info: https://www.facebook.com/sonoviberecords Twitter: @SonovibeRecords Jonathan Haloossim March 3, 2015 at 2:41 pm · Reply → Astroetic Studios proudly presents: REM: Exploring Sleep Through Art We invite you on surrealistic journey through a tangible dreamscape. For our one-night gallery, we will highlight artists varying in mediums: mind-bending paintings and textured drawings, to luminous installations and orgasmic photography. These pieces reach into the deepest pockets of our minds and rip out everything we understand about existence! REM will also showcase “Numinous”, an interactive geometric dome which engulfs reclining participants in an augmented reality. Location: 224 E. 11th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015 Join the Facebook Event for updates https://www.facebook.com/events/1416189462009343 Featuring Art By: Burton Gray http://burtongray.com/ Kevin Cheng http://www.kevinccheng.com/ Alastair Bayardo http://www.celebritiesoncanvas.com/ Juliette Hayt http://juliettehaytart.com/ Hannah Webb http://www.hannahwebbart.com/ EllieRex (Danielle Garza) https://www.etsy.com/shop/ellierex Angela Chvarak http://angelachvarak.com/home.html Jonathan Haloossim http://22mmproductions.com/home/ David Roston http://davidjuliusroston.com/ Adam Zarnegin Camilia & Vestalis Pizarro present Numinous: Projection Dream Dome april love March 2, 2015 at 6:37 pm · Reply → So, we have a brand new band on the scene. Lucky+Love has our first single “Sexy” up on our brand new site at http://www.luckyandlove.com. The song is available for downloading. Drop me an email if you’d like to have the high fidelity song for free, and I can send you a discount code. It’ll be on the streaming sites May 7th, 2015. Would love to know whatcha think! Lucky+Love M O N E Y March 1, 2015 at 1:41 am · Reply → London’s infamous progenitors of duct tape punk are playing TRiP Sunday 3/1 at 11pm. If you are not drunk or do not know how to behave around industry you will not be admitted. Enter The Paradox February 26, 2015 at 11:44 am · Reply → Live Music Showcase – Featuring Enter The Paradox and other bands March 1st @ The House of Blues – Foundation Room 8430 W. Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069 Live Music Showcase featuring Enter the Paradox, Calidra, The Regular and The Humble. March 1st at House of Blues’ Foundation Room. http://entertheparadox.com/ http://www.livemusicshowcase.com/ The Controversy February 20, 2015 at 7:08 pm · Reply → Hey there! The Controversy is having their LP Release Party on Friday Feb 27th @ The Satellite and we would love to see you all there for a very exciting night! WHERE – The Satellite (1717 Silver Lake Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026) – Silver Lake and Effie St. WHEN – Friday Feb 27th 2015 – Doors @ 8:30pm / Show starts @ 9pm / Event ends @ 2am PRICE – $8 LINE UP (in order of appearance): – Charlie Bird. – Green Gerry – The Controversy – Death Valley Girls – DJ Manimal WEBSITE – http://www.thesatellitela.com/event/781373-controversy-album-release-los-angeles/ The Controversy Xavier MGMT February 19, 2015 at 3:29 pm · Reply → Shaprece will be making her Los Angeles debut next Friday night, February 27th at the Hotel Cafe in Hollywood (early set – 7pm). The show is a warm up ahead her of Spring tour dates that were recently announced including appearances at 35 Denton, SXSW, Treefort Music Fest, SASQUATCH! Music Festival, as well as shows with Beat Connection, ELEL and The Antlers. These will be the final dates in support of 2014’s ‘Molting EP’ as her debut full length album is slated for release later this year. Upcoming 2015 Dates: 02.27 – The Hotel Cafe – Los Angeles, CA 03.15 – 35 Denton Festival – Denton, TX 03.17 through 03.22 – SXSW – Austin, TX 03.25 – Lost Lake – Denver, CO 03.26 – Kilby Court – Salt Lake City, Utah* 03.27 – Treefort Music Fest – Boise, ID* 03.29 – The Crocodile – Seattle, WA^ 04.01 – Crystal Ballroom – Portland, OR# 05.24 – SASQUATCH! Music Festival – The Gorge, WA 10.29 – Benaroya Hall – Seattle, WA$ * with Beat Connection and ELEL ^ with ELEL and Bryan John Appleby # with The Antlers % with The Seattle Symphony Orchestra ‘Molting EP’ Stream: https://soundcloud.com/shaprece/sets/molting-ep-1 KEXP Live In-Studio Performance Video: http://youtu.be/7XPTRHGZV7s TEDxRainier Talk and Performance: http://youtu.be/-Ey3zZs9-cg Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/shaprecemusic Twitter: @shaprece // http://www.twitter.com/shaprece Alex Dawson February 15, 2015 at 11:33 am · Reply → Hey there, I’m Alex Dawson. I’m a local Singer/Songwriter from Miami, FL and I would LOVE for you guys to publish about me and my music on your blog. Let me talk a little bit about me and my accomplishments so far. I am an artist working with MasterKey Entertainment, the founder being my manager. Together, we traveled to Atlanta, Georgia to attend the Driven Music Conference. My manager, Vanessa Spatz, was a sponsor and so I had the opportunity to perform one of my original songs in front of an A&R from Epic Records and both Zack and Kenneth from ZK Productions. They loved me and my music so I was offered to go back to produce some tracks with ZK Productions which are known for producing for bands like All Time Low and Mayday Parade. I am now following up with Epic Records. I just released my first Single called “Your Story” and I am getting ready to go back to Atlanta to finish my first EP. You can contact me through this email or my manager’s email. Thank you http://www.facebook.com/alexdawsonofficial http://www.twitter.com/alexdawsonmusic http://www.youtube.com/alexdawsonmusic Management/Booking: vanessa@masterkeyentertainment.com “Your Story” by Alex Dawson https://soundcloud.com/alexdawsonofficial/your-story It is also available for purchase on Bandcamp, soon for ITunes http://www.alexdawsonofficial.bandcamp.com Sasha's Bloc February 12, 2015 at 1:42 pm · Reply → Don’t miss Sasha’s Bloc’s CD release “Heart on Fire” featuring Jane MONHEIT and Alvin CHEA. Where : Catalina Bar & Grill @ 6725 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 When : March 20, 2015 8:30 PM & March 21, 2015 8:30 PM http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=5574695 http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionDataeventId=5574725 Sasha’s Bloc will also be having another CD release Where: Vibrato Grill and Jazz @ 2930 Beverly Glen Circle 90077 Bel Air, CA, US When: March 18, 2015 8:00 PM & March 19, 2015 8:00 PM http://www.songkick.com/concerts/22814588-sashas-bloc-at-vibrato-grill-jazz-restaurant An intriguing ensemble founded in 2012, Sasha’s Bloc is an amalgam of varied artists, nationalities and experiences, all fueled by bassist and songwriter Alex Gershman to deliver a sound that is consistently big, boisterous, full of spirit and rich in everything that makes jazz linger as an American phenomenon. On Heart On Fire, Gershman is honored to have Grammy-nominated vocalist Jane Monheit perform on multiple tracks. The group has built a name for itself in recent years via multiple sold out concerts at the key Jazz Clubs in Los Angeles, including Catalina Bar and Grill, Vibrato and Vitello’s. Gershman’s goal, via the group’s successful performances and now on Heart On Fire, is to create a signature sound for Sasha’s Bloc that he describes as “fresh, well-developed and above all lyrically progressive.” Citing Fats Waller, Scott Joplin and Duke Ellington as primary examples, Gershman comments, “My hope is that the Sasha’s Bloc will help bring these great American cultural achievements to modern life and contemporary audiences.” BritneyHouston February 6, 2015 at 10:57 am · Reply → Writing to you about the Echo Park, CA collective known as The Most Best. They just premiered their new music video on Free Bike Valet in anticipation of their new EP out February 3rd on iTunes, Spotify, and all major digital retailers. Their “infectious, pulsating pop” single Gold was previously noted by iheartmoosiq as “dark and…full of playful hooks and synths” With their new three song sampling, Watch Out, the band features the seductive vocals of Laura Peters over indie rock and synthpop grooves. You can hear it now at http://www.soundcloud.com/themostbest They play tomorrow night with Mars and The Massacre, Seasons, Intergalactix and more! Later this month The Most Best joins fellow LA underground buzz band Gateway Drugs Thursday February 26th in Anaheim For more visit http://www.bonusdruthers.com Rafael Kajatt February 5, 2015 at 8:24 pm · Reply → O’S OF PRESIDENTIAL @ WHISKY A GO GO, APRIL 9TH http://www.whiskyagogo.com/site/event/saint-rebel/ Las Vegas indie rock band will be headlining the whisky a go go on April 9th. The following are links to the band’s online presence (music, photos and bio) https://www.bandpage.com/Osofpresidential http://www.reverbnation.com/osofpresidential This band is currently on a short tour to promote their debut release. You can find them on the following dates: March 7th – Bunkhouse – Las Vegas NV April 9th – Whiskey A Go Go – Hollywood CA May 2nd – The Monte Vista Hotel – Flagstaff AZ more dates TBD If you need more information, or if you want to interview the band or review the show, please contact me at your convenience. My name is Rafael Kajatt. Thank you very much for your valuable time. Rafael A. Kajatt rafaeladib@gmail.com Logiquit January 28, 2015 at 4:19 am · Reply → The Logiquit live escape game opened on the 10th of January. Live Escape games are the new fun activity which is a must try. Real life escape is a joyful 60 minutes for teams 2-5 people. The team is closed insde a room and they have to get out through puzzles, codes and hints. We currently have 2 game rooms opened: The Office of John Monroe The Laboratory Of Dr. Lev Pasted The other 3 rooms are opening very soon. Make your online reservations on our booking page. Cec January 26, 2015 at 4:37 pm · Reply → Americana/Folk/Acoustic Singer-Songwriter JOSEPH EID will be performing a live show at 55 Degree Wine in Los Angeles on February 10, 2015, at 8:00pm. It is a FREE event. See you there! Artist: Joseph Eid When: 8:00pm on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 Where: 55 Degree Wine (3111 Glendale Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90039) Joseph Eid Official Site: http://josepheidmusic.com/home Joseph Eid SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/josepheidmusic Joseph Eid Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JosephEidMusic Joseph Eid YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JosephEid9/videos John Quinn January 20, 2015 at 5:35 pm · Reply → The Youngest at Kulak’s Woodshed on February 22nd In March of 2014, we formed The Youngest in the small, yet thanks to ZZ Top, infamous, town of La Grange, Texas. Coming from San Francisco, Chicago, Houston and Boston, we gelled as a musical group by living, eating, and playing together all day every day on a 99-acre ranch. Our first gigs were at dive bars (I mean REAL dive bars, made out of plywood) and saloons in front of who would become in a few short months our diehard La Grange fans. The newness of our surroundings proved invaluable to our creative process and we used the desolate beauty around us to write songs that reflected the incredible shift our lives had just experienced. We recorded our album in two parts: half on the ranch in La Grange and half at our friends brand new studio in Nashville: Wild Road. It wasn’t easy whittling down our diverse and incredibly personal catalogue of music from 25+ original songs to 11 but we did it, creating an album, Feral Road, which is equal parts rock and roll, folk, and country. Feral Road was released on October 3rd of 2014. Tracks number 1 (Our Town), 2 (Thick As Thieves) , 3 (Art of Life) and 9 ((Don’t Tell Me That) I’m The One) are Feral Road’s singles. You can find a streaming link of Feral Road on SoundCloud here: https://soundcloud.com/theyoungest-2 And a drop box file here with downloadable attachments here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/aa7pdp5ad7cksf3/AACedZTKeGCzb64RvA9W4p4Ca?dl=0 Immediately after completing our album, we embarked on a 35+ stop, self booked Midwest tour to show our family and friends what we had been working on for the last six months. The show was a resounding success and included a show with rising country group Hugh Bob and the Hustle in Kansas City and a sold out performance in Chicago. We pride ourselves on our live shows, which we think showcase our musicianship and passion. After seeing one of our shows in Detroit, one writer suggested “schedule in pen, not pencil, a time to see The Youngest” Being such a young band, we’re definitely looking forward to our future, which includes a four-week West Coast tour in February including shows at storied venues such as the Cubby Bear in Chicago and Off Broadway in Saint Louis. We hope to break into the festival scene this summer and continue to grow and improve as an independent band. Our website: http://www.theyoungestmusic.com Our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/youngestmusic Our Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheYoungestBand Our Instagram: http://instagram.com/youngestmusic/ We hope our music and story connect with you and wish you continued success with your blog. Thanks again for the work you do for the indie community. Stay well and I look forward to hearing back from you! Sabrina Propper January 14, 2015 at 12:17 pm · Reply → QUINN ARCHER TO APPEAR AT LA’S FAMOUS “THE MINT” Rock & soul singer-songwriter Quinn Archer, and featuring the 17th street artists, will appear at LA’s treasured music club, The Mint, Friday January 16th at 9:15 p.m. (www.quinn-archer.com). Recognized as one of LA’s leading emerging gothic soul artist, Quinn Archer is known for her gritty bluesy rock style singing with pure and refreshing vulnerability. The word diva calls to mind some of music’s most acclaimed vocalists, and most infamous bad-girl behavior. Fortunately, Rock & Soul singer Quinn Archer is the quintessential diva, but only in the former sense. Archer’s tunes, from the smoldering “Dark Places,” to the quiet, thoughtful ballad “Rest of My Days,” are siren songs—her soulful voice drawing in listeners; her lyrics expressing a disembodied longing featuring unrelenting emotion that are simply beyond words. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: Pre-sales $10.00; $12.00 at the door. (http://themintla.com/event.cfm?id=175713&cart) The Mint: 6010 West Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035. Phone: 323.954.9400. http://www.themintla.com Quinn Archer released her first North American EP entitled “Dark Places” in late 2014. http://rockbandom.com/quinn-archer/ https://soundcloud.com/quinn-archer/dark-places-single https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/dark-places-single-single/id882808640qUI Gina Deckard January 9, 2015 at 11:51 am · Reply → Sack Lunch Series and Benefit Day Bloomingdale’s and Venice Family Clinic cordially invite you to join us for the annual Sack Lunch Series & Benefit Day! This event is dedicated to fueling women’s fire and keeping daily challenges from extinguishing our passion. Featuring panelists from the health, fashion, and entertainment field. 12:00pm-Refreshments 12:30pm-Presentation Santa Monica Style Bar on 2 Event is complementary, however RSVPs are required as space is limited Venice Family Clinic was founded in 1970 and offers services including medical, dental, vision, chronic disease management and HIV care for people in need. The Clinic operates through nine sites in Venice, Santa Monica, Inglewood, Mar Vista, and Culver City. Panelists: Linda Immediato- Style Editor of Los Angeles magazine and its fashion and lifestyle blog “The Clutch”; Patty Jenkins- Writer and award-winning director of the film “Monster” and television show “The Killing”; Suze Yalof Schwatz- Founder of Unplug meditation, previously Executive Fashion Editor of Glamour magazine CURRENT & PAST PARTNERS Los Angeles Magazine and Smarty Corporate sponsors enjoy an array of direct marketing, activation and engagement opportunities including logo and brand visibility, tickets and invitations to special events, advertisements and employee volunteer opportunities. FOR ANY QUESTIONS Questions or to RSVP contact Tiffany Tse, Special Events Associate at 310-664-7930 or ttse@mednet.ucla.edu WEBSITE http://venicefamilyclinic.org/index.php?view=vfc_events&action=sack_lunch Dana January 6, 2015 at 11:33 am · Reply → GO BETTY GO NEW EP REBOOT OUT ON JANUARY 27TH NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR THE SONG “IT HAUNTS YOU NOW” RECORD RELEASE PARTY ON JANUARY 25TH AT THE ROXY THEATRE WITH THE DOLLYROTS AND A PRETTY MESS Hailing from the outskirts of Los Angeles the fiery ladies of Go Betty Go are back with their original line-up and new EP REBOOT, produced by Ted Hutt (The Gaslight Anthem, Mighty Mighty BossTones, Flogging Molly) out on January 27. Catch the new video for the song “It Haunts You Now” here: http://youtu.be/GLGNv_bpysU With REBOOT, the incomparable Latina quartet is about to re-establish themselves as one of punk rock’s most original forces. A gloriously rough and tumble recording bristling with the band’s characteristic elegant, melodic aggression, a compelling showcase for Betty Cisneros’ big, roaring guitar, singer Nicolette Vilar’s soulful, siren call and the momentous urgency of Michelle Rangel’s bass and Aixa Vilar’s tumultuous drumming. The new material’s more penetrating emotional statements reflect their singularly unusual shared history. Formed in 2000 when they were all attending high school in Glendale California, Go Betty Go swiftly ascended from local shows to a standing room only weeknight residency at Los Angeles dive Mr. T Bowl’s to a national reputation via reams of critical acclaim and non-stop gigging. Go Betty Go surged through two lengthy Warped tours, frequent appearances in Mexico, an attention getting invasion of South by Southwest and seemingly had it made. With the release of 2005’s Nothing is More on SideOneDummy Records, their first full length album, set out a coast to coast tour with MxPx. They never finished it—Nicolette, exhausted, unhappy and burned out, suddenly quit. Now, Go Betty Go is back as suddenly as they had split. That renewal and excitement crackles through REBOOT like a high voltage jolt of electricity, and the girls are poised to reclaim their rightful prominence as some of the brightest, boldest women in punk rock. REBOOT will be available for pre-order on January 13. https://www.facebook.com/GoBettyGoOfficial https://twitter.com/GoBettyGo Northern Strangers January 5, 2015 at 8:02 pm · Reply → LA PSYCHEDELIC FOLK ROCKERS TRAVEL THROUGH TIME ON THEIR NEW SINGLE Los Angeles based psychedelic folk rock band Northern Strangers have announced the release of their new single The River Pt. 1: Fossils, available via major retail outlets February 6th, 2015. This is the first track to surface from their upcoming full-length sophomore release, set for Summer 2015. After the success of their first album MONSTERS! (“Absolutely wild and unique.” -Musical Seduction), Northern Strangers went back into the studio and rediscovered connections with the past, finding old fears and dreams relevant in our present modern age. This first single shows off inspiring musicianship and a commitment to painting a living, breathing world both musically and lyrically. RELEASE PARTY for the single will be held February 5th, 2015 at the monthly psychedelic/jam music series THE SPIN CYCLE at TRIP Santa Monica 2101 Lincoln Blvd. Santa Monica, CA Doors 8PM 21+ Free 2/5/2015 Email northernstrangers@gmail.com for a promotional preview of The River Pt. 1: Fossils Northern Strangers formed in 2010, out of a collective love for classic psychedelic rock music from the likes of The Doors, Talking Heads, David Bowie, The Beatles and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. The members’ varied musical backgrounds, ranging from classical to jazz to reggae to folk, provide a distinct flavor of psychedelic fun. Northern Strangers have built a reputation for playing energetic, charged sets throughout Los Angeles, including The Viper Room and The Roxy; as well as local Oktoberfests, wineries and street fairs. The band tours regularly and has headlined Black Mountain Family Reunion Music And Arts Festival in Guffey, CO for the past 2 years. In 2013 Northern Strangers independently released their debut album MONSTERS! -A folk rock concept piece called “smooth, energetic, romantic, fun, and thought provoking” For more information, interviews, promo materials or any other requests, please contact Dan Graul at northernstrangers@gmail.com http://www.northernstrangers.com http://www.facebook.com/northern.strangers Twitter – @RockinStrangers Press Photos – http://www.reverbnation.com/rpk/photos/587372 kristal nissalke December 17, 2014 at 9:58 pm · Reply → Bringing back Green Jello to Hollywood! YES! This is a FREE show! If you were at their last Hollywood show, you know this is going to be a blast! The craziest, spontaneous, rock n roll, interactive party extravaganza! Live punk rock with the biggest silliest puppet head mosh pit you will ever see. With special guests Kings of Carnage, The Alibi, UNDERMINE THE EFFECT, ‪#‎JamieHodesDrums‬ & Special Guests, PLUS the sounds of Dj Davewave of THAT METAL BAR \m/ djing in between the bands playin everything from PRIMUS, FAITH NO MORE to MINISTRY, SABBATH, PANTERA to TOOL, MISFITS & BLACK FLAG (dj davewave funk punk metal rock ect…) and more TBA! Kaitlin Torson December 17, 2014 at 10:17 am · Reply → Location: 1815 N. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90031 When: This Saturday, December 20th (10a-6p) Musical libations will begin around 12pm at the KOMBUCHA DOG gallery in DTLA. We’re looking forward to hearing from some new local artists including: 12p-2p Jared Burton (jaredburtonmusic.com) 1p-3p DJ Troy Doram 5p TUN There’s more than music happening at our Holiday Bazaar this year! We’re kicking off the holiday with 10am yoga at the KOMBUCHA DOG gallery this Saturday! The session will be led by our friends Alex & Alex, featuring Hatha and Kundalini yoga followed by meditation. Be sure to bring your own mat! Handcrafted vegan food perfected by our friends at Greenbelt will be served after the yoga session and throughout the day. Our undiluted, organic kombucha will be available on tap for just $5/glass! Get some last minute holiday shopping done with our vendors: -Stix and Jones (http://www.stixandjones.com/) -Lalun Naturals (http://www.lalunnaturals.com/) -Daughter of the Raj (https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShopDaughteroftheRaj) -TerraForma Studio (2p-6p) (www.facebook.com/TerraFormaStudioCeramics) -Charlotte Patterson (http://www.charlottepatterson.net/) -Bella Fresca (http://www.bella-fresca.com/) -Namaste Stones (https://www.etsy.com/people/boteilho8106) -Birdie Orozco (2p-6p) (https://www.etsy.com/people/brrdistheword) -OMG Sport Spray (http://www.omgspray.com/) -Bohemian Luxuries -EcoPioneer (https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheEcoPioneer?ref=ss_profile) -Julian Valenzuela (10a-2p) (http://julianvalens.wordpress.com/ ) -Jorge Lemus -Romina Caceres (10a-2p)j We look forward to this being the first of many events at KOMBUCHA DOG. Let’s make this one count! It’s an open invitation with free entry for all. Crook December 16, 2014 at 1:55 pm · Reply → ‘Your Big Day’ is a story of unrequited love, one shared but never invested in. It is the story of a man holding his tongue until the aisle; a love known all too well by many but admitted by only a few. https://soundcloud.com/danielcrook/your-big-day Mark Stephenson December 8, 2014 at 8:27 pm · Reply → The LA-based rock quintet Dream Hydra brings together pop hooks and rock intensity, energized by rich, soaring harmonies. Songwriter Mark Popeney and guitarist Mark Stephenson started a band with dreams of tight vocals and memorable tunes. When vocalist Michael Pourshalimi joined in 2010, the Dream Hydra sound came to life. The mythical Hydra has many heads – if you cut one off, two will grow back in its place. After a couple heads were slashed clean off, the addition of Rory Snively on bass and Patrick Weber on drums finally gave the band the hard-hitting groove they’d been searching for. Anchored by the co-lead vocals of Michael and the two Marks, Dream Hydra’s brand of rock is original yet familiar. With thoughtful songwriting that dances between pop and prog, polished vocal harmonies evocative of the ‘70s, and a punk edge, Dream Hydra is at times poppy, at times artful, and at all times unforgettable. The Dream Hydra sound is an ear-catching mix that recalls the Beatles, Fun, and Muse. Dream Hydra recently released its debut album, Radiant, available on iTunes, Amazon, and your favorite online music retailer. Dream Hydra’s epic first album, Radiant, tells a powerful story of love, the end of the world, and new beginnings. Led by the three-way lead vocals of Pourshalimi, Popeney, and Stephenson, Dream Hydra channels classic rock greats like Queen and the Beatles in the new millennium with infectious tunes and soaring, bombastic harmonies. With toe-tapping beats courtesy of Snively on bass and Weber on drums, Dream Hydra mixes pop, alternative, progressive rock, and reggae in a blender and serves it by the pitcher. With ringing guitars, swirling synths, and rumbling bass, Radiant will have you coming back for seconds. The end of civilization. A new love. The search for answers. Featuring songs penned by Popeney, Stephenson, and Pourshalimi, Radiant takes the listener on a timeless journey. A vision of love and loss in a shattered world. Radiant asks the question: is there a chance for redemption when all hope is gone? Website – http://dreamhydra.com Our EPK – http://dreamhydra.com/epk [an automatic download] SoundCloud – https://soundcloud.com/dream-hydra/ YouTube – http://www.youtube.com/c/DreamHydra iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/radiant/id937987570?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Miles Frank December 4, 2014 at 1:23 pm · Reply → Shotty is an Electro-Grunge Alt-Pop band that the world famouse Pat Moon formed in Seattle. After gaining a following in their hometown they made the move to Los Angeles. They recently signed to a new label Cautionary Tail Records, part of the Manimal Label Group collective and just released a single and music video for their song “I’m Glad It’s Over”. You can hear the song and watch the video here: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/shottylovesyou/im-glad-its-over YouTube: http://youtu.be/NzkRsosqZkA Bandcamp: http://shotty.bandcamp.com/album/im-glad-its-over-so-long It’s also available on iTunes & Spotify, and they have a new EP scheduled for release in early 2015. If you have any questions or would like more information, feel free to contact them at this email address: shottylovesyou@hotmail.com Katie Ferraro December 3, 2014 at 9:41 pm · Reply → STOKED is hosting it’s first ever charity sample sale and athlete yard sale to benefit it’s afterschool and action sports mentoring programs. STOKED is bringing you all your favorite action sports brands at discounts up to 70%. Come shop your favorite brands, including Vans, Oakley, DC, Stussy, Volcom, Skullcandy, Timberland, Staple, and Zoo York. Then, on sale for one day only, top name skateboarders, snowboarders and surfers have donated their old gear for YOU to buy. Check out gear from Paul Rodriguez, Chaz Ortiz, Kelly Clark and more! All proceeds donated to charity to empower youth through action sports. Don’t miss this chance to give and get at the same time. Free – shopping only $25 ticket – open bar and shopping $50 ticket – grab bag, open bar, and shopping For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: http://www.stoked.org/laholidayevent Rudy Siegel December 3, 2014 at 3:07 pm · Reply → The Art of John Lennon, “So This is Christmas” 101 N. Robertson Blvd (next to The Ivy) Friday December 12 12-8 Saturday December 13 11-7 Sunday December 14 11-6 Most people didn’t know that before John was a Beatle he was an artist, having studied at Liverpool College of Art from 1957-1960. This is a rare opportunity to see the his truly artistic side featuring nearly 100 of his drawings and songwritings. $3 suggested donation at the door to benefit Adopt the Arts, a local non-profit organization saving art and music programs in public schools. For more info on the cause go to http://www.adoptthearts.org and for a look at the collection and more background about the artwork go to http://www.johnlennonartwork.com or call 888-278-1969 Kershona Mayo November 20, 2014 at 11:18 am · Reply → Pasadena’s South Lake Avenue kicks off its holiday celebration at 12:00pm on Saturday, December 6th with fun and free activities at Shops on Lake at 345 S. Lake Ave, Pasadena. Guests can enjoy: Live music from three of LA’s top bands: 1pm Gavin Turek: a singer-songwriter, producer and professionally trained dancer who has collaborated with some of the most eclectic names in music. 2:30pm Run River North: an acclaimed Korean-American indie folk rock musical collective who has seen extraordinary buzz in the last year including a booking on Jimmy Kimmel Live and selling out LA’s famed troubadour. 4:00pm Wildcat! Wildcat!: one of the most exciting band to come out of Los Angeles in ages garnering support for their unique blend electronic indie rock from BBC, Time and Nylon among others. In-Store Specials and Promotions Photos with Santa Horse and Carriage Rides A Scavenger Hunt with prizes Free Parking available at the Corporate Center Pasadena parking Event link: http://www.southlakeavenue.org/events/calendar/south-lake-2014-holiday-celebration/ The Turkey Platter Museum November 13, 2014 at 2:47 pm · Reply → It’s just not Thanksgiving without the turkey, and this exhibit has more than 200 of them… Turkey Platters, that is! This is a must-see exhibit of artisanal platters that collector Helen Gleason (mother of Mat Gleason) has acquired over 4 decades. They depict turkeys in styles that range from realism to expressionism, and represent a history of 120 years. The six week exhibition at Red Pipe Gallery opens on November 23, runs through January 4, and is sure to get your appetite going just in time for the holidays. Many of the platters will be for sale! The exhibit opens Sunday, November 23, from Noon – 5 PM. The Gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday, Noon – 5 PM. This exhibit will run through Sunday, January 4, 2015. The gallery is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. 978 Chung King Road, Chinatown, Los Angeles CA 90012 http://www.redpipegallery.com/ The Klares November 12, 2014 at 2:22 pm · Reply → The Klares is a four piece rock band from Dublin, Ireland. They are all 16 and 17 years old and are making waves being called “the best young band in Ireland”. The Klares are travelling over to L.A on Thursday as they have a gig, as part of YouBloom festival, in Cafe NELA on Friday night. They are on stage at 9.30pm. All YouBloom gigs are FREE to attend. Over 4,000 acts applied to take part in YouBloom with 80 bands being chosen – 50 of these from the US and 30 from overseas. Please find a link to their EP Dirty Birds: https://soundcloud.com/the-klares/sets/dirty-birds-ep CAFE NELA 1906 Cypress Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90065 Age policy: over 21 only. 8.30 – 9.15pm: Chinese Herbal Medicine 9.30 – 10.15pm: The Klares 10.30 – 11.15pm: HOST – Somos Mysteriosos 11.30 – 12.15am: Dr. Vena 12.30 – 1.15am: The Vigils Iain Speirs November 10, 2014 at 3:32 pm · Reply → The guys are pumped that their music is finding radio stations across North America and now into Europe.. Hope you enjoy this great new indie band as much as I and countless others do. http://www.thecardboardcrowns.com David Rossi November 7, 2014 at 10:59 am · Reply → Come Party Like a Bonobo in Bonoboville with HBO Sexologist Dr. Suzy! Celebrate the Book Launch of The Bonobo Way The Evolution of Peace through Pleasure by Dr. Susan Block Saturday Night, November 8, 2014 Meet the Author! Meet the Press! Party with Porn Stars! Commune with the Cognoscenti! This will also be the Grand Opening of Dr. Suzy’s NEW Speakeasy at Bonoboville LA AND it’s Capt’n Max’s Birthday! Special Guests include Amor Hilton, Charlotte Stokely, Selma Sins, Ron Jeremy, Emily Marilyn, Alexandra (“Silky”) Silk & Luc Wylder, “Unlicensed Professionals” Catherine Imperio & Samantha Fairley, Sinn Sage, Odette Delacroix, Tom Quinn, Dark Phoenix, Haley Sweet, Trixie Plenty, Keni Styles, Jux Lii, Moe Johnson, Christian Bruyère, Kelly Surfer, Wille Basse, Barry Fisher, Murrugun the Mystic, Chase Ryder, Jack the Zipper, Dr. Shelley Hiestand, Asher Fire, Isiah King James IV, Chelsea Demoiselle, Maya Goddess & more TBA! Surround Yourself with Good! Advance Discount Tickets: Just $20 After Halloween, it’ll go up to $30. After November 7th.. $40 Ticket Prices Include First Edition Signed Copy and Kindle Edition of The Bonobo Way, Incomparable Boho-Bonobo Erotic Ambiance, OPEN BAR, Special Prizes & Sexy Surprises! Freedom of Expression + Lots of Free Parking! echo November 5, 2014 at 5:16 pm · Reply → Americana-Folk singer/songwriter Joseph Eid is performing @ Bar Lubitsch on Nov 17th 8:30 PM. Address: 7702 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90046 Ticket: $8 Lianna Lifson November 5, 2014 at 3:38 pm · Reply → Communication and Intimate Relating: Get less fcked up around relationships. December 6th, 10am-6pm Website: TheVcc.co/LAComm Let’s be honest, we all have some work to do in this arena. There are things we want that we can’t ask for. There are things our partners’ want that we don’t know how to give them. And there’s a feeling that there might be something more to experience, but we don’t know how to tap into it. Join Master Teachers Robert Kandell and Lianna Lifson as they offer easy to use, practical tools to improve all of your relationships — from your love life, to your parents, to your coworkers. This dynamic day will be lecture, discussion, and explorative exercises. You will learn in the course: A new toolset around Masterful Communication New skills in hearing subtle messages Find out how to educate your partners, friends and loved ones on your unique communication style Survive the holidays! Find out how to negotiate with your family Open to couples and singles. For those searching for love and for those in love searching for truth. For more info email lianna.lifson@gmail.com paul lawrence November 2, 2014 at 8:07 pm · Reply → My name is Paul Lawrence and I’m the executive producer for the International Sketch Comedy Championships 2014 charity benefit. Our event on November 20, this year to be held at the Inside Jokes Comedy Club in the world famous Chinese Theater in Hollywood will benefit a very worthy nonprofit group and features some of the top sketch comedy groups in the world as well as celebrity hosts and guest judges TEMPLE OF ART DOCUMENTARY October 29, 2014 at 2:54 pm · Reply → The Temple of Art exhibit and book premieres at La Luz De Jesus Gallery on December 5, 2014 with an artist reception from 8-11pm. Temple of Art is an ongoing art and photography project over two years in the making. What started as a unique conversation between photographer Allan Amato and over 50 artists evolved into a book being published by Baby Tattoo, a bi-coastal gallery show, a prime-time panel at Comic-Con 2014 and a feature length documentary successfully funded by Kickstarter. The Temple of Art provides an insightful look into the lives of some of our favorite working artists by following the progress of the collaborations from conception to completion, documenting the process in the film and book and finally revealing the works in person at La Luz de Jesus Gallery. The gallery is located at 4633 Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles, CA. 90027 and Temple of Art will run until December 28. Dana October 29, 2014 at 12:49 pm · Reply → GO BETTY GO ARE BACK WITH THEIR ORIGINAL LINE UP AND THEIR NEW EP “REBOOT” COMING IN EARLY 2015 SEE THEM ON STAGEIT ON NOVEMBER 1 FOR A LIVE STREAM SHOW TO GET A SNEAK PEEK AT SOME OF THE SONGS FROM THE UPCOMING EP Picking up where they left off the fiery and fearless girls of Go Betty Go have reunited with their original line-up, completed a PledgeMusic campaign and are planning to release an EP of all new material in early 2015. Currently the band is wrapping up recording with producer Ted Hutt. Join them on November 1 at 6:30pM PST on StageIt.com for a special live stream show, where they will be playing songs from their upcoming EP “Reboot.” Get your ticket before they’re gone at: https://www.stageit.com/go_betty_go/day_of_the_dead_reboot_show/41228 In 2004 the band caught the attention of SideOneDummy Records and released their debut EP, Worst Enemy that spring. They toured seemingly nonstop from coast to coast behind it before entering the studio with producer Ted Hutt (Flogging Molly) to lay down a full-length album. The resulting record, Nothing Is More, was released in September 2005, accompanied by more touring with stints on the Van’s Warped Tour, television appearances, song placements on various TV shows/movies and video games. Hailing from Los Angeles, CA, Go Betty Go are Sisters Nicolette (lead vocals) and Aixa Vilar (drums), Betty Cisneros (guitar), and Michelle Rangel (bass). Now with their DIY roots firmly planted the foursome is revitalized and road ready. Despite the popular saying, punk rock is still very much alive and kicking. Steel Cranes October 29, 2014 at 9:01 am · Reply → SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH @ REDWOOD BAR STEEL CRANES: http://youtu.be/zVPZDBHAJ5c “They shred, but they’re not frantic. Their sound lacks any pretense whatsoever, offering raw, relentless power instead.” – Bitch Magazine Oakland, CA-based rock duo Steel Cranes wraps up a month-long US tour at Redwood Bar (316 W. 2nd St, LA) with LA’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Suicides and Seattle’s Skates! https://www.facebook.com/rocknrollsuicides http://skates.bandcamp.com Rawr!!! Book Soup & KPFK 90.7 FM October 27, 2014 at 3:34 pm · Reply → Book Soup & KPFK 90.7 FM present: HERBIE HANCOCK in conversation with LA Times Jazz Critic Don Heckman & signing his new book HERBIE HANCOCK: POSSIBILITIES MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3 AT 7PM Ricardo Montalban Theatre 1615 Vine St. LA 90028 http://booksoup.com/herbie-hancock-2014 The long-awaited memoir by one of the most influential and beloved musicians of our time. In HERBIE HANCOCK, the legendary jazz musician and composer reflects on a life and a thriving career that has spanned seven decades. A true innovator, Hancock has had an enormous influence on both acoustic and electric jazz, R&B and hip-hop, with his ongoing exploration of different musical genres, winning fourteen Grammy awards along the way. From his beginnings as a child prodigy to his work in Miles Davis’s second great quintet; from his innovations as the leader of his own groundbreaking sextet to his collaborations with everyone from Wayne Shorter to Joni Mitchell and Stevie Wonder; Herbie Hancock reveals the method behind Hancock’s undeniable musical genius. Hancock shares his musical influences, colorful behind-the-scenes stories, his long and happy marriage, and how Buddhism inspires him creatively and personally. Honest, enlightening, and as electrifyingly vital as the man who wrote it, Herbie Hancock promises to be an invaluable contribution to jazz literature and a must-read for fans and music lovers. (Viking) This evening Herbie Hancock will be in conversation with LA Times Jazz Critic Don Heckman about his life, career and his craft. Questions will be collected prior to the start of the event and a book signing will follow the event. This is a ticketed event. There are two ticket options: $15.00 for a ticket only or $34.00 + tax for ticket and one copy of HERBIE HANCOCK: POSSIBILITIES. We are now accepting paid reservations. You may purchase your tickets online atbooksoup.com or by calling the store at 310-659-3110. Tickets and books will be available for pick-up from the store location beginning the date of the book’s release, Thursday, October 23. Reserved tickets and books may also be picked up at the Will Call tables at the venue the evening of the event. The venue is the Ricardo Montalban Theatre located at 1615 Vine St., Los Angeles. Tickets and books may be available for purchase at the venue before the event begins, while supplies last. Maddie Goese October 27, 2014 at 9:07 am · Reply → SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15th, 2014 7pm-9pm 8331 VENICE BLVD, LOS ANGELES 90034 Interfaith benefit concert to support Homeboy Industries and Beit T’Shuva, $20 Imaginese Productions and the Beit T’Shuvah Creative Arts Department presents Redemption Song: an interfaith benefit concert for the art of recovery. This performance will feature artists who have been rediscovering their passion in recovery at Beit T’Shuvah & Homeboy Industries, along with incredible supporting artists from across Los Angeles. Comedy, music, spoken word and solo performance will weave together an unforgettable evening that celebrates real-life redemtion and recovery. This event takes place on Saturday, November 15th, 7pm-9:30pm at 8831 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles 90036. Tickets are $20 for the show and $35 with dinner (at 6pm) and valet parking is provided. All proceeds to support the arts programs at Beit T’Shuvah and Homeboy Industries. Please RSVP at redemptionsong.bpt.me, and find more info at LAartRising.com COPRO GALLERY October 22, 2014 at 5:37 pm · Reply → ODD NERDRUM ‘PUPILS OF APELLES ‘ a gallery exhibit with Luke Hillestad, David Molesky & Caleb Knodell at Copro Gallery in the Bergamot Station Arts Complex. 2525 Michigan Ave , Unit T5, Santa Monica , CA 90404 Opening Reception: Saturday November 15, 2014 – 8:00 – 11:30 p.m. Exhibit runs: November 15– December 6, 2014, WED-SAT 1-6PM Copro Gallery presents an exhibition by master artist Odd Nerdrum with a collection of his latest works. Several of Odd Nerdrum’s students will also exhibit a collection of their current paintings inspired by time at the Nerdrum school in Norway and by legendary old masters artist Apelles. Odd Nerdrum (born April 8, 1944 in Helsingborg, Sweden), is a Norwegian figurative painter. Themes and style in Nerdrum’s work reference anecdote and narrative. His works evoke the painters Rembrandt and Caravaggio, and include still life paintings of small, everyday objects, portraits and self-portraits, and large paintings allegorical and apocalyptic in nature. Midnight Cities October 21, 2014 at 5:43 pm · Reply → A 3 piece band hailing from Los Angeles, CA they formed back in 2012 and have been playing throughout Southern California since. Fronted by Simon Cardoza, Midnight Cities includes Martin Avelar & Nick Roumeliotis. Co-produced by Simon & Sean Tallman whos worked with Lilly Allen, Miley Cyrus, Ne-Yo & Kelly Clarkson; they are self-releasing their first EP. You can stream & download it for free on their bandcamp or soundcloud. http://www.midnightcities.bandcamp.com Slow Down Girl is the first single off their long awaited EP. You can watch it here… http://youtu.be/4swkGlFVm2I Loureen Ayyoub October 21, 2014 at 3:54 pm · Reply → I am currently working with one of Southern California’s best performers and songwriters, JEREMY CROOKS. A hip hop-rock concoction, covered with a flare of funk, his new song “When It’s Wrong” not only gets you dancing but releases a fresh rush of raw emotion while doing so. Listen to his new song “When It’s Wrong” here: https://soundcloud.com/jeremycrooks/when-its-wrong/ JEREMY CROOKS http://www.jeremycrooks.com Placer Herald – http://www.placerherald.com/article/9/10/14/rocklin-songwriter-making-his-way-la Official Music Video: “Foxtrot” – http://youtu.be/bU2iH9xYARE Jeremy delivers an organic emotion seldom seen in today’s mainstream music. Evoking a distinct genre of alternative soul, his natural symphonies of substance are tied in with his crisp and captivating stage presence. He has amassed over 2.9 million views on his YouTube page and has been featured on the Ellen Degeneres Show twice, The CW’s “The Next” and Good Day Sacramento. He’s been interviewed by ClevverMusic, Sing Inc, Channel APA, he was most recently featured on the front page of the Placer Herald, and will have a feature in Sacramento Magazine’s January 2015 issue. A raw vocalist, sharp dancer, and focused creator, Crooks hails from Sacramento with a unique hunger to tirelessly empower through his craft. Jeremy is currently working on future releases coming this fall so stay tuned… Jeremy will be performing at the Mint in Los Angeles October 26th!! Come check it out! He’ll be performing brand new material, including his new song “When It’s Wrong”. Tickets are $12, but if you join The Collective Tribe at http://jeremycrooks.com you’ll receive half off of your ticket! For more details go to http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=5410475 Loureen Ayyoub Press/Booking J Crooks Entertainment, LLC tribe@jeremycrooks.com Bennett October 16, 2014 at 4:23 pm · Reply → The Second Annual G2 Green Earth Film Festival to Feature Award-Winning Eco-Documentaries at The G2 Gallery Films include Robert Redford’s Watershed and Trashed, narrated by Jeremy Irons Venice, CA—On Friday October 17, The G2 Gallery will kick off its second annual G2 Green Earth Film Festival, a three-day event featuring screenings, filmmaker panels, after parties and more, all free and open to the public. The G2 Green Earth Film Festival will screen environmentally themed documentaries that educate and entertain. This year’s lineup includes the Jeremy Irons-narrated Trashed, the Sissy Spacek-narrated Amazon Gold, and the Robert Redford-produced Watershed, along with a dozen other acclaimed films. In addition to the award-winning films, G2 will be hosting panels with filmmakers, environmental experts and nonprofit leaders. On October 18, there will be a roundtable discussion on water conservation issues at 4 p.m. moderated by Robin Black, founder of The Owens Lake Project. On October 19, there will be a panel at 2 p.m. entitled, “Filmmaking As a Tool for Conservation.” “The films we’re screening address environmental issues that are critically important,” says G2 Events Coordinator Elise Roberts. “We’re proud to make this event free to the public and appreciate the generosity of our wonderful donors who are supporting this festival with incredible food and drinks.” The opening night of the G2 Green Earth Film Festival will screen Mile…Mile & A Half, a documentary about five friends who hike California’s historic John Muir Trail over the span of a month. The film will begin at 6:30 p.m. with an after party that includes pizza and beer donated by South End Venice and Angel City Brewery, live music from Opus Orange and a meet and greet with the filmmakers. The Saturday slate of films will be headlined by Trashed, a documentary about the dangers of human consumption and how that contributes hazardous waste to all parts of the world. The film will begin at 7 p.m. with snacks throughout the day donated by Angie’s Popcorn and Newman’s Own Organics. The closing night will screen DamNation, a SXSW Audience Choice award winner about the ways in which damns have harmed our waterways. It will begin at 6:00 p.m. followed by an after party with food and drinks donated by Chipotle and Angel City Brewery. For opening night tickets, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/g2-green-earth-festival-opening-night-milemile-and-a-half-tickets-12404336705. For closing night tickets, go to http://www.eventbrite.com/e/g2-green-earth-film-festival-closing-night-damnation-tickets-12405105003. Tickets are limited for both evenings. A full schedule of the weekend’s events is available at http://www.calendar.theg2gallery.com/2014/10/. Location: The G2 Gallery (www.theg2gallery.com) 1503 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291-3742 Tel. 310.452.2842, E-mail info@theg2gallery.com Diane Shader Smith dianeshadersmith@gmail.com Bennett Rea bennett@theg2gallery.com Detangler October 15, 2014 at 6:37 pm · Reply → We are Los Angeles lo-fi-psych-pop band Detangler and we just released a new single on Soundcloud. It would make us very happy if you gave it a listen: soundcloud.com/detangler twitter.com/detanglermusic Michaela Lingkam October 14, 2014 at 3:59 pm · Reply → The Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the Wellbeing Festival featuring the Buy Local Marketplace on Saturday, October 18th from 11:00am-5:00pm. Local businesses, non-profits and City departments gather at this free festival to provide free expertise, advice and product samples promoting a healthy and happy lifestyle for the entire Santa Monica community. Enjoy a fun filled day while raising awareness about the economic, environmental and community benefits of buying local. Visit the interactive booths of UCLA Health, Kaiser Permanente and Providence St. John’s Health Center to meet friendly therapy dogs and receive blood pressure screenings, health education and body mass index readings. SMMUSD Jazz Band, interactive classes including ballroom dance with Arthur Murray Dance Center, Zumba, Naam Yoga LA and the Santa Monica Trainer Challenge showcasing your favorite trainers will take to the stages throughout the day. In the TECH Garden, attendees can receive one on one assistance from tech experts and participate in seminars about popular topics such as Phone Basics, Programs to Connect with Online Communities and Professional Content from local tech companies. The Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows will present demos by local Chefs. Build your own disaster kit and learn CPR and pet First Aid with the Santa Monica Red Cross. And if that wasn’t enough you can even check out the newest models from LAcarGuy and Santa Monica Ford. This much anticipated event is where your fellow residents and colleagues will come together to celebrate Wellbeing Santa Monica! For more information: http://www.smchamber.com/wellbeingbuylocal 310-393-9825 Bob Dylan & His Band October 8, 2014 at 3:44 pm · Reply → The Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland is proud to present folk-rock legend Bob Dylan & His Band in concert on October 24, 25 & 26 at 8 p.m. Tickets are still available at the Dolby box office or online at Ticketmaster.com and start at $50.00. Bob Dylan has been on what’s become known as his Never Ending Tour since 1988, playing more than 2,500 gigs during this incredible run. Dylan’s current backing band — all of whom played on his 2012 studio album, Tempest — has a bit of a country vibe, and usually features guitarists Stu Kimball and Charlie Sexton along with Tony Garnier (bass), drummer George Receli (drums), and Donnie Herron (pedal steel, lap steel, banjo, mandolin, violin, viola). For more information, please visit hollywoodandhighland.com/events Marlon Welch October 8, 2014 at 2:29 pm · Reply → Compton musician MARLON WELCH is a musical amalgam. Defying traditional genre categories, Welch carves out his own niche in the current musical landscape by combining musical elements evocative of old school R&B legends like Luther Vandross and Marvin Gaye with modern pop tastes to produce a fresh sound. His new single IN THE CROWD is the exciting first glimpse into his eclectic musical persona. The track fearlessly kicks off with Welch’s bare vocals and quickly explodes into an up-tempo musical melting pot combining a strong modern beat with jazzy referential brass accompaniments. By harkening back to earlier eras of Blues and Soul, Welch unpretentiously elevates his R&B sound to a level of sophistication that is often lacking in the genre while simultaneously injecting levity through its pop characteristics. This unexpected merger of old and new produces a sound that is undeniably feel-good and catchy while maintaining musical integrity through its classic R&B references. As a lifelong artist, musical integrity has notable importance for Welch. Growing up in a household dedicated to classic R&B and performing weekly in the church choir left Welch’s musical identity imprinted with elements of soul, funk, and gospel. Concurrently, Welch maintained appreciation for modern performers and sounds. Passionate about entertainment from a young age, Welch entered a local poetry contest, which gave him the opportunity to meet Beyoncé Knowles. After hearing Welch’s piece, Welch recalls the living legend meeting his gaze and firmly telling him to keep writing and never abandon his musical dreams. Welch cites this experience as a defining moment; when his musical dreams became his identity. While IN THE CROWD is not Welch’s first foray into the music industry, it marks his first true musical introduction to the world. As a young artist, Welch released an EP, which led to prominent opportunities with Capitol Records that exposed him to all aspects of life as a recording artist. Having opened for major artists, composed music, performed in front of large audiences as part of a national tour, and recorded a music video for his lead single, Welch was fully immersed in the music industry by age 20. After being delivered a shocking medical diagnosis, Welch suffered clinical depression and chose to take a hiatus from recording to focus on his health and education by returning to the Los Angeles Recording School. Through months of therapy and introspection, Welch achieved a deeper understanding of himself. When he slowly resumed songwriting and collaborating with other artists, he found that he had a radically different persona. His message was more sincere, his delivery more vulnerable, and his image more bohemian. Welch had entered a new era musically, and began developing a new EP as an independent artist, allowing him greater sincerity in both his image and sound. Despite facing adversity and spiritual rebirth at a young age, Welch maintains exuberance by choosing to boldly reemerge on the music scene as a bohemian, eclectic artist inspired by Soul and infused with modern pop/dance as showcased in IN THE CROWD. http://www.soundcloud.com/Marlon-Welch/in-the-crowd http://www.itunes.com/marlonwelch http://www.MarlonWelchNow.com "Stand Up for Main Street" September 23, 2014 at 12:34 pm · Reply → ‘Stand Up for Main Street’ 2014 – a Comedy Benefit for National Consumer Watchdog Group Public Citizen Because Democracy Doesn’t Happen in a Vacuum, Good Government Groups Need Public Support as Well as a Great Sense of Humor WHAT: An all-star line-up of comics are waiting in the wings to lend their support to Public Citizen – one of the nation’s preeminent public interest groups – at its annual comedy fest, “Stand Up for Main Street.” For 43 years, the take-no-prisoners consumer advocacy organization has been standing up to government and the undue influence of corporations. Now we have a group of hard-charging comics who are returning the favor by doing stand-up for us. The Washington, D.C.-based watchdog group is a champion of the public interest, representing citizens’ rights before the executive branch agencies, Congress and the courts. The organization remains fiercely independent because it accepts no money from corporate or government entities, relying on funding from member support, foundations and the generosity of average Americans. Its programs include public health and safety, financial reform, campaign finance reform, fair trade practices, government transparency, environmentally sound energy policy and more. WHEN: 6:30–8:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 19 WHERE: The Writers Guild Theater, 135 South Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills, Calif. WHO: Steve Skrovan, Public Citizen board member, co-host Lew Schneider, executive producer, “Everybody Loves Raymond”, co-host Kevin Nealon, “Saturday Night Live” and “Weeds” Carol Leifer, “Saturday Night Live” and “Late Night with David Letterman” Cathy Ladman, American Comedy Award for Best Female Stand-Up Comic Suli McCullough, comedy writer for “The Tonight Show” and “Lopez Tonight” Jake Johanssen, “The Late Show with David Letterman” Wayne Federman, “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and “The Larry Sanders Show” NOTE: For tickets and more information, visit: http://www.citizen.org/stand-up-for-main-street Crystal Sister September 23, 2014 at 11:43 am · Reply → STREAM THE FIRST TWO TRACKS OFF CRYSTAL SISTER’S SELF-TITLED EP, OUT OCTOBER 3, 2014 https://soundcloud.com/crystalsister Nothing can quite prepare you for the leap that Sonya Bender of Crystal Sister has taken with her first self-titled EP. Through the collaborative efforts of Bender and producer Daniel Luttrell (Sky Ferreira and Nikka Costa), Crystal Sister successfully bridges the gap between the genres of lo-fi chill wave and ethereal pop. With a wide array of layered vocals, shimmering synths, and tracks boasting in fresh, insightful lyrics, Bender’s artistic vision is truly realized on the upcoming EP which is both aesthetically moving and compelling. The music itself focuses primarily on the joy and heartbreak of relationships. From the harsh realities of love lost and rediscovered, the struggles to remain hopeful, to the battles with one’s identity. “Inside My Heart” revels in the overwhelming vulnerability between lovers brought together by true passion, while spotlighting the disillusion of love that comes from giving oneself entirely to another. “This is likely the track that is missing from the Drive Soundtrack…Complete playlist composite of Chvrches, Grimes, and Pawws…” -Killing Moon “She showcases a pop edge that seemingly draws from the likes of Gwen Stefani, in being super slick, whilst focusing on massive choruses..” -Crack In The Road FOR INQUIRIES PLEASE CONTACT: thecrystalsister@gmail.com Zach September 22, 2014 at 11:26 pm · Reply → Hello! My name is Zach. Im an La based videographer. Im in the middle of this long term project to help give a voice to the people of highland park. this is the video we just launched. It is literally just people\’s opinion on highland park. We realized that by filming this project on york street, we only got half of the town. The other half hasn’t been heard form. So we will be filming again over the next few months, getting more interviews. but if you could help promote this, it would be awesome. I want the people to have a voice, and this is a perfect outlet for that! Link to video: highlandparkis.la Thanks for taking the time to read this, I hope it finds you well! Nick Shattuck Rep. September 18, 2014 at 11:22 am · Reply → Indie/Folk/Soul “Nick Shattuck is a pleasant combination of Ray LaMontagne & John Mayer” WHEN: 9/25. 9pm. WHERE: Witzend, Venice Beach, CA. WHY: Because it’s only $10 and you’ll love it, I promise. http://www.nickshattuckmusic.com Ashley Ratcliff September 16, 2014 at 12:47 pm · Reply → Let’s Do the Time Warp: A Dance-a-thon for 826LA’s 10th Anniversary Saturday, 10/18 8 p.m.-midnight The Unique Space, 1275 East 6th Street in LA $25 general admission, $100 to compete Hosted by: Marc Evan Jackson (“Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” 22 Jump Street) Special guests: Moby, Al Madrigal Dust off your dancing shoes and ready your show-stopping moves because 826LA, a nonprofit writing and tutoring center supporting students 6 to 18, is hosting a dance-a-thon for its 10th anniversary. 826LA is inviting all dancing machines to dance their hearts out for a worthy cause. Every dollar raised goes to 826LA’s free writing and tutoring programs. Collect or donate at least $100 to get your official dance-a-thon number and be eligible to win prizes. But don’t just stand there. Bust a move! Judges Joel Arquillos of 826LA, comedian Al Madrigal, Sonja Rasula of UNIQUE LA, and Rivka Rossi of HelloGiggles will be giving out prizes for Best Moonwalk, Best Friends Dancing, Most Convincing Robot, Best Dressed, Jitteriest Jitterbug, and Most Authentic Worm. Those voted People’s Choice and Dance Machine (Best Dancer), as well as those who Fundraise the Roof (top fundraisers for individual and team), will be awarded the grand prizes. Marc Evan Jackson (“Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” 22 Jump Street, The Kings of Summer) will host the dance-a-thon, and recording artist Moby will attend as a special guest. Pumping up the jams all night long will be a revolving door of popular DJs, including KXLU’s Mukta Mohan, dublab’s Lee Robinson, Origami Vinyl’s Neil Schield, Funky Sole’s Clifton Weaver (aka DJ Soft Touch), and LA Record’s Chris Ziegler. Contestants who raise more than $2,500 will get to “turn the beat around” and have their song request thrown into the mix during the final hour of the dance-a-thon. Additional perks will be given to top moneymakers, and many more prizes and surprises are in store. The growing list of sponsors includes Bites Desserts, Blue Bottle Coffee, Clif Bar, Flipbooth, Golden Road, Homeboy Industries, Jarritos, The Magic Castle, Plumb, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, TOMS, The Unique Space and Warby Parker. Dance-a-thon “fans” who wish to attend “Let’s Do the Time Warp” as spectators can purchase tickets for $25. Time travel costumes are encouraged, too. This dance-a-thon is the first of 10 events planned for 826LA’s 10th anniversary. For more information, registration, and tickets, visit 826la.org/timewarp. Emerged September 13, 2014 at 10:45 am · Reply → Join us at Emerged at Alpha Venice, a group exhibition that will coincide with the Venice Art Crawl on Thursday, September 18th! This event will feature contemporary works of art by local artists as well as live music by up and coming local bands and DJs at Alpha Venice, the high tech Nike gym. Daniela Herrera Emerged Productions FREE ARCADE September 9, 2014 at 3:58 pm · Reply → I wanted to share a special event with you that I know you will appreciate. I hold a FREE Arcade every Saturday in town. My Arcade Warehouse is a discount shop that opens its doors to the public one day a week to encourage families to get reacquainted with classic games they haven’t seen in years. All for free. No quarter, no cover charge. I am proud to share that in just over 1 month we have had over 1,000 visitors. Please join us next Saturday and relive your favorite Arcade Classics with over 60 free to play games. Roycesarcade.com 21819 Plummer St Chatsworth 91311 Vanessa September 8, 2014 at 1:08 pm · Reply → Record Release for THE CRAZY NEVER DIE On the 26th of September extraordinary music makers will convene in downtown Los Angeles for a night of mind altering entertainment in celebration of the new album Release the Ground from The Crazy Never Die. This truly unique musically experience will feature live, loud aural stimulation from Sunstar, Bodysnatchers, Maramba, and The Crazy Never Die. Entrance is in the alley between Main and Spring and 3rd and 2nd, known also as Harlem Pl. The Smell : 247 S Main St, Los Angeles, California 90012 Michelly Cordova September 5, 2014 at 6:40 pm · Reply → Thursday, Sept 11 at 9:30pm, Michelly Cordova takes the stage for a showcase performance at House Of Blues Sunset, Foundation Room. Be there for the release of her new single “Love is a mystery” and a special treat we hope you will enjoy. Michelly will be joined on stage by Josh Gonzales (bass), Sam Meek (guitar), and Lauren Stradmann (drums). Join us at the House of Blues as Michelly lights up the Foundation Room at 9:30pm. House of Blues Sunset, Foundation Room West Hollywood, CA, 90069 $10 flyer @ http://michellycordova.com/2014/08/1925 The After Party @10:30pm Celebration Continues at Bar 20, 8462 West Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood CA 90069 -immediately following the performance. Michelly Cordova – Soul – Pop – R&B http://www.MichellyCordova.com Ilya Shapiro September 3, 2014 at 1:39 pm · Reply → The multitalented band, FOREBEAR, originally known as Wise Cub, who will be making their debut performance at The Silver Lake Lounge on Tuesday, September 9th @ 10:00PM. With a strong vocal presence and superior harmonies, the band has made the jaws drop of many. You can check out live performance here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOgezHjBBuo Originally known as WiseCub, which formed in 2010. Scott Goldbaum (lead vocals, guitar), Molly Rogers (viola, keys, vocals), Mike Musselman (drums), and Nick Chamian (bass) seamless went through their evolution to Forebear a year ago. Taking cues from cinematic and classical influences, Forebear creates and molds a surreal listening experience with solos that are sometimes brooding, sparse statements; and other times lyrical, fleeting phrases. Flawlessly weaving together a truly unique voice with spectacular harmonies, Forebear creates beautiful songs that people will talk about long after the final notes are played. “Sixty seconds in and suddenly I’m aware that I don’t care about the band I came to see anymore, so long as he keeps singing. The honesty and passion in his has the entire audience holding its breath and when he finally stops, we roar.” (Flip XY Magazine) You can listen to their new single here: https://soundcloud.com/forebearband/north-korea-the-five-stages-of-grief Schkapf August 31, 2014 at 4:41 pm · Reply → Are you an artist that wants to discover a place where they can connect and build an artistic village? On September 7th from 2pm-8pm come to Schkapf (6567 Santa Monica Blvd, 90038) and find what you’ve been looking for. Come and join us, for a minute or for hours: explore the space, converse, listen to tunes, imbibe libations, eat some blini (crepes) with butters & jams and VOTE for SCHKAPF, “one of the most discussed projects on LA2050 CREATE”. There will be performances, workshops, experiences, engagements happening every hour. From yoga sessions, to drumming jams, to stage fighting adventure, to singing simple and fun tunes. Find more information at bit.ly/2050Party And vote for us at bit.ly/SchkapfLA2050 Katrien van der Schueren August 28, 2014 at 2:42 pm · Reply → On October 3, 2014 Voila Gallery and The Lyric Theatre welcome Ruthie Foster, for the release of her new album “Promise of a Brand New Day”. From houses of worship to houses of blues, Ruthie Foster has always been a rafter-rattler. And with a soul-filled voice honed in Texas churches, she can move audiences to tears or ecstasy — sometimes in a single song. Her last two albums, 2009’s The Truth According to Ruthie Foster and 2012’s Let It Burn, moved the Recording Academy to deliver Best Blues Album Grammy nominations; her latest, Promise of a Brand New Day, releasing August 19 on Blue Corn Music, could make her a contender once more. For this effort, Foster put Meshell Ndegeocello in charge as her producer and then got out of the way, letting the lauded singer and bassist call the shots regarding players, takes, and mixing. “I wanted this album to highlight Ruthie’s voice and also communicate her vibe, give a fuller picture of her artistry and ability,” explains Ndegeocello. “She really trusted me with the music and I think we’ve made something that complements and holds its own alongside the power of her voice.” Ndegeocello played bass and enlisted her regular guitarist Chris Bruce (Sheryl Crow) and keyboardist Jebin Bruni (Aimee Mann), plus drummer Ivan Edwards and backing vocalist Nayanna Holley. Foster did request two special guests: guitarist Doyle Bramhall II and singer Toshi Reagon. Buy tickets here! http://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/560907/tfly Kyle Keese August 28, 2014 at 9:13 am · Reply → Levi’s® Commuter Workspace Closing Party Friday August 29th, 7–10 PM Join us Friday for one last night at the Commuter Workspace LA, located at 157 W 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013. Bring your bike for complimentary bike-wash, tune-ups and bike valet provided by LACBC. Compete to win a tokyobike and other prizes in the Goldsprints races, and bring your old jeans for a chance to win a Limited Edition Brooks Cambium Denim Saddle! Musical performances by Thundercat with Mono/Poly and Knxwledge. Beer provided by Golden Road Brewing. Vodka courtesy of Greenbar Craft Distillery. Free entry with RSVP. Capacity is strictly limited. 21+, ID required. For complete list of events, visit levis-commuter.com #commuter levis.com/commuter Love is the Law August 24, 2014 at 5:52 pm · Reply → Announcing the new Los Angeles band Love is the Law For this of you in LA: We’re releasing an album in about two months but have four songs available to hear right now, one of which is called ‘LA Traffic’. This song was conceived in my car d	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2639
__label__cc	0.748195	0.251805	PimpMyChair.com About PimpMyChair.com Shop: Comfort Shop: Convenience Shop: Safety Shop: Style Many of you are probably curious as to how this website came into being. It is along the lines of many of life’s lessons; necessity. Jake at Rugby World Cup on England. He has travelled to 22 countries, most of them in his chair. Jacob Robinson On September 23, 2008 my 17 year old son Jacob was involved in an auto accident while on his way home from football practice . He hit a power pole and became a paraplegic. Life at that moment was changed for our family, our finances, and our friends. Jake speaking at a Swim with Mike event. He received a full scholarship thanks to this organization. Jake has so inspired many, many people in the manner he has chosen to handle this situation. I on the other hand sat with him during his hospital stay, rehab sessions, and doctors’ appointments wondering why everything on his wheelchair had to be black and boring. I also wondered why the hospital websites you had to purchase these items from had to charge so much. We were finding paraplegia in itself is very expensive; so why take advantage of that group of people? Jake has gone on to get his Masters Degree at UCSD In this photo he is presenting his Thesos on stem cell regeneration in spinal cord injury sites. Thus the birth of PimpMyChair. I want the items on the website to be reasonably priced, durable, and appeal to those who have always had a sense of fun before their injury and continue to do so. If confined to a wheelchair, it should speak about you and your personality. I soon found how much time someone spends in their wheelchair. Jake is also very hard on his wheelchair and certainly does not want the Grandma’s variety of walker accessories that are so readily available. Injured or not he is still a young dude. 60% of all spinal cord injuries are “young dudes.” PimpMyChair is in honor of you dudes and any females that want to join in. I am open to your suggestions and forever in awe of a group of people who choose to not give up. Laurie Robinson founder, PimpMyChair.com “Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will”. Ghandi All prices are in USD Copyright 2021 PimpMyChair.com. Sitemap \| Site designed and built by Action Design Services	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2640
__label__wiki	0.538158	0.538158	by Katie Hallahan on Sep.03, 2020, under bleeding moons, featured, new release, publishing We are thrilled to announce that Bleeding Moons, the interactive adventure novel and debut game from IAN Games, releases today! Available for PC for just $9.99, we’re also running a 10% launch week discount. The game can be found on Steam, GOG, the Phoenix Online Store, and more. Check out the launch trailer below! As the second son of the Count de Valmain, Ian de Valmain was destined neither for greatness nor to inherit his father’s noble title. But when the King of the neighboring nation is assassinated, old rivalries, unchecked ambition, and political intrigue thrust Ian into a world of war and violence he isn’t prepared for. In order to save his county, Ian must go undercover in a mercenary camp, where he will be pushed to his limits, forced to choose what lines he’s willing to cross and which ones he cannot live with. Can he protect those he loves and find happiness and love for himself? How far is he willing to go? Whatever he chooses, one thing is certain: Ian’s life will never be the same. Winner of 7 Alex d’Or awards, including Best Game and Best Story, Bleeding Moons explores mature themes of fate, duty, honor, and free will. Your choices will affect not only the outcome of the war but also the shape of Ian’s soul and the love of his life as you navigate to one of many possible endings. Fully interactive world where your choices determine the fate of the world around you Three potential romances to choose from Multiple endings to discover Over 100 hand-drawn locations A cast of more than 170 unique characters Winner of 7 Alex d’Or awards: Best Game (Gold), Public Choice (Gold), Best Scenario (Gold), Best Direction (Gold), Best World/Background (Gold), Best Story (Silver), and Best Atmosphere & Immersion (Silver) Comments Off on Bleeding Moons is available now! more... by Katie Hallahan on Aug.06, 2020, under bleeding moons, featured, new release, publishing We are excited to announce that Bleeding Moons, an interactive visual novel adventure by IAN Games, will be available on September 3rd! This award-winning tale of intrigue, romance, duty, and honor is the first release from IAN Games and will be available for PC at the Phoenix Online Store (www.postudios.com), Steam, GOG, and other channels. Check out the demo and wishlist the game on Steam now! Comments Off on Interactive Adventure Novel “Bleeding Moons” is coming to PC on September 3rd! more... Comments Off on A Rite from the Stars Makoan Legend Edition DLC is available now! more... by Katie Hallahan on Jan.31, 2019, under featured, tsl First things first: No, this isn’t a release date announcement. It’s a progress report! The first of a few we’re planning for the next few weeks, in fact. It’s been a while since we talked about the state of The Silver Lining, and we’d like to let you know some of the things going on behind-the-scenes. One of the reasons for the slow updates is that much of the work that’s been done in the last year isn’t the very glamorous kind. Much of game development is programming (over and over and over), fixing bugs (over and over and over), exporting animations, rigging, scripting, tweaking, over and over and…you get the idea. In fact, that stuff is the meat of game development, if I’m quite honest. This year, our TSL work has been focused on the non-glamorous nuts and bolts. In particular, we’ve been making pipeline improvements. Meaning that we’ve been improving our own workflow and the tools we use in order to make said nuts and bolts work better and work for us. For example: Cloth simulation Facial capture and lip-syncing Online VR mocap systems Puzzle tweaking What each of these entails I’ll go into when we cover them in more detail, but at a high level, here’s the scoop. Cloth simulation. This one even puzzled me for a while. Sure, every game dev prides themselves on pushing the envelope, honing their craft, making each game better than the last. But we don’t want the look of Ep 5 to stray so far from the previous episodes that it’s jarring, and we’re not trying to match AAA quality. But if you’ve been playing TSL, you may have noticed it’s a little fixated on these people who love wearing cloaks! And what do cloaks do when you move? They also move. And what’s a pain in the butt to animate in every single animation you create for a person in a cloak? The animation of their cloak! You know what helps with that? A tool that handles the animation of the cloth for you! (All of this is also a roundabout way of saying, you’re going to see a lot more of people in the Black and Silver Cloak Societies in Episode 5 than you did previously!) Facial capture and lip syncing. Much like the cloth simulator, this is a tool that, once implemented, makes animating a lot easier. We have tools that already form a character’s mouth roughly to the sounds of the words, but we still need to plan their expression as they speak, and program those expressions in. Facial capture lets you skip a lot of that by recording the expression of the actor when they read the lines. Now, an added challenge for us is that we recorded all these lines years ago, and without filming the actors, so to get this to work, someone needs to re-read the lines so their face can be captured. And you know how wordy we are– when else has a game had to offer a “Short Narrations” option? So this re-recording takes a while, especially when you’ve got busy schedules and different time zones to work around. Online VR mocap systems. Full motion capture is just like the facial capture, but it takes a lot more people and a lot more space. Here we’ve got the added challenges of needing physical space to move in, cameras to capture the movement from many angles, and the fact that the person with the cameras and space and the actors lives in a totally different time zone (country, even!) from the person directing the acting. And Phoenix, as you know, is an online company without a physical office. So how do we solve this? Create a virtual space where everyone can be at the same time! With the use of VR tools and headsets, it’s like everyone is in the same place and watching one another live, even seeing the animation on the character model practically live! Instant tweaking and adjustments become possible! There’s still that scheduling issue, of course, and the sheer volume of animations to get through. Puzzle tweaking. The puzzles of Episode 5 were designed a while ago, but often when you’re working through implementing puzzles in-game, you find you need to make adjustments. We’ve held some brainstorming sessions to address this exact issue, finding ways to keep the puzzles interesting and true to the world and gameplay we’ve established, but also work within the game engine and the ‘physical’ world of the game. I don’t want to give away too much here, since we’re talking about the meat and potatoes of the game, but I will say a forced perspective of distance posed a problem when a distant object that needed to be interacted with proved to be further away due to the scene setup than we thought it was thanks to looking much closer due to the angle of the camera. Moving the camera didn’t work as a solution, because everything else was framed up where we needed it, so we had to find a way to fit fewer objects in a smaller space that was in fact a much larger space. Basically, game design is like a TARDIS, sometimes! In the coming weeks, we’ll gather and share some more of the ‘flashy’ examples of some of these things and go into some more details. Thanks as always for coming along on this journey with us! ~Katie Comments Off on The Silver Lining Progress Report more... by Katie Hallahan on Jul.30, 2018, under featured Adventure community, one of our own needs our help. Steve Alexander isn’t just the co-founder of Infamous Quests, designers of Quest for Infamy and Order of the Thorne (as well as the fan remakes of King’s Quest III and Space Quest II done by Infamous Adventures), he’s an all great guy, good friend, an incredibly …and facing some very tough times to come. Steve will soon have to undergo a third kidney transplant surgery, this time donated by his amazing wife Jordan (whom you may know as the Angry Splash Mountain Lady!). Steve’s friends have organized a GoFundMe to support him and his family during this time. You can read more about Steve’s journey, diagnosis, and what the money will used for at that page. For the next week–July 30th through August 6th–Phoenix Online will be donating 30% of all sales in our store to support Steve! That’s 30% of ANY game, and you can also save 10% on your purchase by using the coupon code StevesKidney. Please help support Steve in whatever you can–buy a game, make a donation, or just by sharing the link for the GoFundMe. Whatever you can do will be greatly appreciated and go to a great cause! Comments Off on Help Support Steve Alexander of Infamous Quests! more... A Rite from the Stars is available now! 10% launch week discount! by Katie Hallahan on Jul.19, 2018, under a rite from the stars, featured, new release We are thrilled to announce that A Rite from the Stars, the whimsical coming-of-age adventure from Risin’ Goat and Phoenix Online Publishing, is available now! Releasing today for PC & Mac, with Linux coming soon, A Rite from the Stars can be found on Steam, the Phoenix Online Store, and more. The game is priced at $14.99 USD with a 10% launch week discount running in all stores. Check out the new trailer and screenshots below! Comments Off on A Rite from the Stars is available now! 10% launch week discount! more... A Rite from the Stars releasing on July 19th! by Katie Hallahan on Jun.28, 2018, under a rite from the stars, featured Fellow adventurers! We are thrilled to announce that A Rite from the Stars, the debut game from developer Risin’ Goat, will be releasing on July 19th! Available at release for PC & Mac, with Linux soon to follow, A Rite from the Stars introduces us to Kirm, a mute boy from the Makoa tribe, who has been chosen by the Stars to undertake a mystical rite of passage to become a legend among his people. To achieve this, players can freely explore the Mystical Island of Kaikala and pursue the three paths of Wisdom, Courage, and Spirit in any order they choose. Each path offers a new style of puzzles and obstacles to overcome, from solving riddles to manipulating ancient machinery to tag-team coconut dodgeball! Not to mention Kirm’s playable meerkat companion Mirk and guiding star Hoku, who are on hand to collaborate on puzzle solutions and lend insight along the way. Inspired by classics like Machinarium and the Legend of Zelda series, A Rite from the Stars features vibrant 3D environments and a fully orchestrated soundtrack recorded with a live chorus. It’s voiced in the Makoan, the original language developed especially for the game, with subtitles in English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish. Comments Off on A Rite from the Stars releasing on July 19th! more... Phoenix Online Summer Sale! 75% off everything, now through July 8th! by Katie Hallahan on Jun.22, 2018, under featured, store It’s time for the Phoenix Online Summer Sale! Now through July 8th, get 75% off everything in our store — all games and all music! The Phoenix Online Store is always DRM-free, and Steam keys are available for all our games. Comments Off on Phoenix Online Summer Sale! 75% off everything, now through July 8th! more... Coming in 2018: A Rite from the Stars and Bleeding Moons! by Katie Hallahan on Jun.07, 2018, under a rite from the stars, bleeding moons, featured We are very excited to announce two new additions to our adventure game catalog: A Rite from the Stars, releasing this summer, and Bleeding Moons, coming later this year! About A Rite from the Stars The debut game of Spanish developer Risin’ Goat, A Rite from the Stars is a fun and clever fully 3D point & click adventure game about Kirm, a young mute boy chosen by the Stars to undertake a mystical rite of passage to become a legend among his people. In this coming-of-age story, players will explore the Mystical Island of Kaikala, home to the Makoa tribe, and pursue the three paths of Wisdom, Courage, and Spirit in any order they choose. Each path introduces new mechanics to solve unique challenges, ranging from arcade sequences to musical puzzles, with Kirm’s playable meerkat companion Mirk and guiding star Hoku on hand to collaborate on puzzle solutions and lend insight along the way. A Rite from the Stars features beautiful 3D environments, a fully orchestrated soundtrack recorded with a live chorus, and a complete original Makoan language developed for the game! A Rite from the Stars will be released for PC, Mac, and Linux, and feature French, Italian, German, and Spanish translations on release. Learn more at www.risingoat.com. About Bleeding Moons Winner of seven Alex d’Or awards, including Best Game and Best Story, Bleeding Moons is the first game from IAN Games and designer Olivier Larrieu. This interactive narrative game thrusts players into the role of Ian de Valmain, a young nobleman-turned-assassin who must infiltrate a mercenary camp to help save his homeland. A second son not destined for greatness or inheritance, Ian is caught up in political intrigue and a violent war he was not prepared for, and now struggles with what he must do. Your choices will affect not only the outcome of the war but also the shape of Ian’s soul and the love of his life as you navigate to one of many possible endings. Bleeding Moons’ top-down graphics and focus on storytelling are reminiscent of Freebird Games’ To The Moon, which IAN Games cites as an inspiration. Learn more at www.iangames.com. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more about these two excellent games, and welcome to the Phoenix Online family! Comments Off on Coming in 2018: A Rite from the Stars and Bleeding Moons! more... Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller is Now Available on Mobile! by Katie Hallahan on Feb.08, 2018, under cognition, featured, new release We are thrilled to announce the long-awaited mobile release of Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller – Game of the Year Edition for both iOS and Android today! All 4 exciting episodes are available on mobile for $2.99 each in the App Store and on Google Play. Check out the new trailer on our YouTube channel. Take on the role of Erica Reed, a Boston FBI agent with the power to see visions of the past, as she tracks down four different serial killers and uncover a series of clues left for someone with her specific ability. But who’s leaving the clues? How do they know her secret, and what do they want from her? This edition of the critically-acclaimed adventure features director’s commentary, behind-the-scenes development diaries, concept sketches, outtakes, and more! Originally released in 2012 & 2013, the Cognition Game of the Year Edition was first published in 2014 after winning six Reader’s Choice Aggie Awards, including Best Adventure Game of 2013. Awarded entirely based on reader votes from the adventure game community at AdventureGamers.com, Cognition also came away with Best Writing (Drama), Best Story, Best Independent Adventure, Best Traditional Adventure, and Best Music. Comments Off on Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller is Now Available on Mobile! more...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2641
__label__wiki	0.670601	0.670601	Non-degree courses Qualification indicator Academic entry explained Master the official language of the 22 members of the Arab League and one of the 6 official languages of the UN. Arabic is one of the strongest links uniting countries as diverse as Iraq and Morocco, and understanding this language is increasingly important in modern politics and international relations.? At St Andrews, you will not only learn the Arabic language, but also study Arab and wider Middle Eastern history, medieval and modern Arabic literature, and Islamic studies. 2021 entry Arabic MA (joint degree) Arabic at St Andrews is not offered as a single Honours degree, but it can be taken in combination with a wide variety of other subjects as part of a joint degree. Find out more about taking a joint Honours degree. Supported pathways These courses provide supported entry into degree-level study for applicants who do not meet the minimum entry grades, but meet contextual criteria. Gateway to Arts (pathway to MA Hons)? FE-HE Pathway to Arts?(pathway to MA Hons)? Modern Languages MLitt Middle East, Caucasus and Central Asian Security Studies MLitt Middle Eastern History MLitt The School of Modern Languages offers PhD, MPhil, and MSt (Res) research programmes. Research interests in the School cover many aspects of language studies, including: identity issues. To apply, you should first identify and contact a potential supervisor you would like to work with in your intended research area. Find out how to contact a research supervisor. “It is amazing to have the opportunity to put your language skills to use within a real-life context and rewarding to be able to read a piece of literature or watch a film and understand what is happening. It makes all the hours of studying worth it.” Chloe-Kate - New York, USA First in Scotland for Middle Eastern and African studies The Complete University Guide 2021 First in Scotland for modern languages Guardian University Guide 2021 The School of Modern Languages has research and teaching expertise in seven different languages. The Department of Arabic within the School excels in student-focused teaching and has well-established links throughout the University, including with the Schools of History and International Relations. Studying in St Andrews The University offers a variety of flexible entry options in order to allow all students, regardless of background or personal circumstances, to apply. Scholarships and funding options are available at every level of study. St Andrews has variety of accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets. Visit St Andrews If you’re interested in studying at St Andrews, join us at a visiting day or talk and tour to explore the town, find out about our courses and meet current students. You can also join us for one of our upcoming virtual events. Book a place Subjects at St Andrews Classics, Greek and Latin St Katharine’s West 16 The Scores KY16 9AX Email: admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk Search for modules ? 2020 The University of St Andrews is a charity registered in Scotland, No: SC013532 竞博下载	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2642
__label__wiki	0.672966	0.672966	SI-UK Athens All Global Offices Σημαντική ενημέρωση για τους μαθητές: Σχεδιάζετε να σπουδάσετε στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο από τον Σεπτέμβρη? Τα πανεπιστήμια στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο ανακοίνωσαν πως δεν θα υπάρξουν αλλαγές στην αρχή του ακαδημαϊκού έτους λόγω της πανδημίας του CONVID-19. Ενθαρρύνουμε όλους τους φοιτητές να προχωρήσουν κανονικά με τις αιτήσεις τους. Σπουδές στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο και τον Κοραναϊό (COVID-19). Παρακαλώ συνδεθείτε με ένα μέλος της ομάδας μας ο οποίος μπορεί να σας βοηθήσει με την αίτησή σας και να απαντήσει σε όλες τις ερωτήσεις που μπορεί να έχετε. Ρωτήστε τώρα Κλείσιμο Athens: +30 210 6753000 Athens: BPP University Location London, England Famous Courses Business, Finance, Healthcare International Fees £10,400-11,000 BPP University provides professional and academic education in business and the professions across four different schools: BPP Law School – Over 25 of the leading law firms in the UK send their trainees to BPP Law School for their legal education. BPP Law is based in two locations across London – Waterloo and Holborn – with other centres in the UK in Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester and Swindon. BPP Business School – The BPP Business School trains professionals to work for FTSE 100 companies, and their close relationship with many of the leading companies in the world ensures that programmes are relevant to todays business requirements. Students can study in London or Manchester. BPP School of Health – Providing students with the theoretical and practical skills needed to succeed, the BPP School of Health offers degrees in psychology, nursing, chiropractic and health and social care. Based in London, Manchester and Abingdon. BPP School of Foundation and English Language Studies – The BPP School of Foundation and Language was opened in 2012 with the aim of offering international students pathway to higher education programmes across the UK. Based in Shepherds Bush in London, students can choose from a range of courses including Accounting, Business, Healthcare, Health and Legal Studies. In 2010, BPP was awarded the Education Investor award "Post 16 education provider of the year", while the 2012 Destination of Leavers Survey of undergraduates showed that 96% of students secured employment or have gone into further education. Over 7,500 students currently study at a BPP school. International student advisors will be available throughout your time at BPP University to help with any issues or questions which may occur during your stay. The BPP University accommodation team can assist in finding you a place in private or shared halls of residence, homestays, rental accommodation and short stay accommodation. BPP University also has a Find-a-Room database for students to take advantage of, alongside its Facebook flatmate-finder service for international students. BPP University has study centres in Abingdon, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Leeds, Liverpool, London and Manchester. Its business school in the City of London and its law school in legal London in Holborn mean BPP is an attractive proposition for international students. With branches in most of the UK’s major cities it caters for students of every budgetary level and lifestyle requirement. SI-UK's service is fast, reliable and efficient. My consultant improved my chances of getting into a top university. Carla TerminiInternational Business Economics at City University Leof. Kifisias 260 Chalandri 152 E: athens@studyin-uk.com How to Apply to a UK University Chalandri 152 32	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2651
__label__cc	0.673479	0.326521	Wedding Jitters? A recent study shows that brides-to-be who have nagging doubts about their pending marriage need to heed their female intuition! “People think everybody has premarital doubts and you don’t have to worry about them,” Justin Lavner, a UCLA doctoral student in psychology who led the study, said in a statement. “We found they are common, but not benign. Newlywed wives who had doubts about getting married before their wedding were 2½ times more likely to divorce four years later than wives without these doubts. Among couples still married after four years, husbands and wives with doubts were significantly less satisfied with their marriage than those without doubts.” The study consisted of 232 newlywed couples who were interviewed every six months for four years. Lavner and team found that of the 38 percent of women who said they were uncertain or hesitant about getting married, 19 percent divorced within four years! While jitters and doubts don’t forecast a relational death, it’s critical to not ignore concerns. “Do you think the doubts will go away when you have a mortgage and two kids? Don’t count on that,” Thomas Bradbury, who co-directs the Relationship Institute at UCLA, said in a statement. Dale and I agree. It’s so important to learn all you can about each other. Make sure your friends and family meet (and assess) your potential mate, and prepare for the adventure of marriage. That’s exactly why we wrote our two books—to help alleviate—or confirm—your concerns, doubts, or jitters so you make the right decision for a lifetime. Don’t ignore your doubts! In this world of complicated relationships, you’ve got to do your homework! Did you have wedding jitters? What did you do? I’d love to know. For more on preparing to marry—for you or someone you love—check out The ReMarriage Adventure: Preparing for a Lifetime of Love & Happiness and Countdown for Couples: Preparing for the Adventure of Marriage by Susan and Dale Mathis. Not Just Chapter Two! Remarriage can be an incredible journey into a new and beautiful life. But it also can have its challenges. “Be cautious, because a second marriage is so much different from the first,” Jill and Nick, a couple in our book, say. “It’s not just ‘chapter two’—everything is so much more complicated! You have your marriage, but you also have your kids—his, hers, and sometimes ours. So be teachable and open to learn all you can before you marry, and then be completely committed to each other.” While on this lifelong adventure of remarriage, romance will give you the mountaintop experiences you crave; companionship will help you walk through the mundane fields and boring pathways of life; unconditional love and commitment will take you through the valleys that are less than enjoyable. When you encounter rainstorms or roadblocks, don’t even think of abandoning the journey. Instead, repair the road and weather the storm. When one of you is tired and weary, hold the other up, encourage each other spiritually, and affirm each other in love. And when you’re struggling, find others to help. How keep your marriage strong through life’s struggles? Leave us a comment; we’d love to know. Adapted from The ReMarriage Adventure: Preparing for a Lifetime of Love & Happiness, by Susan and Dale Mathis. Copyright © 2012, all rights reserved. The Adventure of Remarriage Remarriage is truly an adventure! As on any journey, there are often beautiful moments and wonderful surprises. This has certainly been true for Dale and me. There are times of love and laughter, joy and adventure. But there are also dangers seen and unseen—road bumps, potholes, detours, hazards, and difficulties along the way. When you’re on a journey, you’ll inevitably learn new things, and hopefully you’ll always continue to grow. You’ll enjoy new experiences, meet interesting people, and encounter new challenges. And when you are blending a family, you’ll experience all of these things—sometimes in just one day! Dale and I love to experience new adventures. Whether we’re hiking in the Rocky Mountains, scrambling up the famous Dunn’s River waterfall in Jamaica—just as a hurricane hit—or holding a wild baby lion cub in South Africa, we try to enjoy everything our journey has to offer. That goes for our marriage as well. We enjoy the good times, make great memories, and capture the moments of fun and adventure. But when times get tough, when storms come, or when roadblocks hinder our path, we try to realize that the road bumps and potholes are just part of making an adventure unique. So we work together to overcome each obstacle that attempts to impede our journey. What challenges have you found to be an adventure? Leave us a comment; we’d love to know. Marriages Around the World We recently went to our mailbox and received an Indonesian copy of our book, Countdown for Couples: Preparing for the Adventure of Marriage. And then we heard it is also being translated into Spanish and will release in October! We’re so excited that we can help couples prepare for the adventure of marriage all around the Spanish-speaking world. Wow! What an incredible blessing to know that we, in essence, are missionaries to the people of Indonesia, a Muslim country so far, far away! And to know we will also minister to Spanish-speaking couples is both exciting and humbling. I’ve had a heart for the world ever since I became a believer some 35 years ago. I taught about God’s love for the peoples of the world when I taught grade school. I wrote missions curriculum for the Association of Christian Schools International for five wonderful years. And I’ve written a children’s book series on missions that I hope to get published some day. I even helped my daughter prepare for becoming a missionary. I helped her raised support to go on missions trips every summer, and I encouraged her to follow God’s call on her life. And when she met and married her sweet husband—who was also called to the mission field—I rejoiced with her. I was content in touching the world through their ministry, and I took great joy in that. But I had no clue that God would so graciously send us around the globe, teaching about His plan for marriage, through our books. I am blessed beyond measure. I am humbled beyond words. And I find great joy in the reality that He can choose to use every day people like us to help others. Is our God cool or what? How has God used you to reach out to others lately? I’d love to hear.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2653
__label__cc	0.740637	0.259363	DEADLY OBSESSION K.L. HUMPHREYS #SassAuthor #DeadlySeries Winter Cortez is struggling to regain her life after a vicious assault almost four years ago. Finally, she meets a man she feels she can trust. But her attacker is still out there. And he is watching her every move. Sam Mitchell, the former Military man, agrees to do a favor for his friend and teammate. A favor which brings him face to face with a woman who brings out all of his protective instincts. What happens when the woman you love is being watched by a man nobody can find? Will Sam find him or lose Winter forever? “What have you done to Sam? He’s staring at you.” Nathan says, and I look back at Sammy and Nathan’s right he’s frozen to the spot staring at me with eyes narrowed. I burst out laughing. “I told him he wasn’t as funny as he thought.” Soph laughs with me, and I see Sammy start walking towards us, I scoot behind Sophia while laughing. I can’t help it the look on his face is precious. It’s almost as if he’s losing a limb he looks devastated. I’m only messing around with him, it’s too easy to wind him up. I hide behind Soph and cross my legs as I need to pee. “Sweets. Hiding behind Sophia isn’t going to save that pretty ass of yours.” Damn that man. I peek my head from behind Soph and see him staring at me, he has a smirk on his face. “You aren’t getting anywhere near my ass!” I feel Sophia’s body start shaking as she laughs at our antics. “Want to bet?” His tone is challenging, yet it’s playful. “Fine,” I say with a heavy sigh. I see his eyebrows shoot up, he’s shocked. Good. “You serious about that Winter?” he says in such a gravelly tone, the cheeky bastard trying to turn me on. “Oh yes, you play with my ass I play with yours, it’s only fair. I’ll get you your very own butt plug. You know we need to stretch you out.” I say with the sweetest voice I can muster. I hear spluttering coming from Luke, who up until now was scoffing his breakfast down. And Nathan and Sophia are laughing so hard that Soph is doubled over. Deadly Hunt (Deadly Hunt #1) is also available http://amzn.to/2ck5Dbe KL Humphreys was born in London, England but now lives in Ireland with the love of her life. In a way, the world has him to thank for her Debut Novel. After years of thinking about writing the story that had been dying to get out of her head, she finally confided in her other half. He gave her an enthusiastic "Go for It!" and she started writing it the very next day. Miss Humphreys loves music, especially pop, R'n'B and rap and if she's writing you will find it playing somewhere nearby. She also loves all romance novels but of course, Romantic Suspense is her go to genre. When she isn't writing it...it's a good bet she is curled up somewhere reading one. If she doesn't have a book in her hand, you might want to check to make sure she isn't sick. When not reading or writing, she loves to spend time with her loved ones especially while watching a football game (that's soccer for you Americans)... COME ON YOU GUNNERS!!!! Facebook \| GoodReads \| Twitter \| QuotesRain Hosted by SASS Posted by Sweet Sexy Escape at 11:00:00 AM	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2654
__label__cc	0.689497	0.310503	The Museum of Modern Art Admission Ticket Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Tours New York City, United States Provider Photos 0 Children1 Child2 Children3 Children4 Children5 Children6 Children7 Children8 Children9 Children1 Adult2 Adults3 Adults4 Adults5 Adults6 Adults7 Adults8 Adults9 Adults Avoid the hassle of waiting to enter New York City’s Museum of Modern Art with this convenient skip-the-line ticket that grants you entrance on arrival. It’s not surprise that MoMA is an incredibly popular attraction. With artists like Andy Warhol, Vincent van Gogh, Jackson Pollock, Cindy Sherman and many more, the queue can be backlogged for hours. But with your handy skip-the-line ticket, you’ll glide right past it and head straight to the good stuff. Plus, your ticket includes admission to MoMA PS1, the contemporary art center in Long Island City. Skip the lines at the Museum of Modern Art Admire works by Jackson Pollock, Jasper Johns, Andy Warhol and more Ticket includes audioguides, special exhibitions, films, and gallery talks Enjoy a bonus admission to MoMA PS1, the contemporary art center in Long Island City, included for up to 14 days after your visit to MoMA Free audio guide in nine languages on your own device Transportation to/from attraction The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), 11 West 53rd Street, New York City, NY 10019-5401 1/1/2019 - 12/31/2020 Your skip-the-line ticket for New York City’s Museum of Modern Art begins by conveniently purchasing it. Once you have your voucher, simply head to the stunning Museum of Modern Art building in Midtown Manhattan and redeem your voucher. Breeze past the line and venture straight to the exhibits you want to see. Spend time exploring the many rooms of the MoMA, lingering in front of Andy Warhol’s Campbell’s Soup Cans or Pablo Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d'Avignon. 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Stop At: The Museum of Modern Art is a place that fuels creativity, ignites minds, and provides inspiration. With extraordinary exhibitions and the world's finest collection of modern and contemporary art, MoMA is dedicated to the conversation between the past and the present, the established and the experimental. Masterpieces like Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Pablo Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d'Avignon are on view along with Andy Warhol’s Campbell’s Soup Cans and Gold Marilyn Monroe. Henri Matisse, Claude Monet, Frida Kahlo, Salvador Dali, Roy Lichtenstein, Jasper Johns, and many more can be found in the midtown Manhattan museum. The rich collection of The Museum of Modern Art constitutes one of the most comprehensive and panoramic views into modern art. From an initial gift of eight prints and one drawing, MoMA's collection has grown to include over 150,000 paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, architectural models and drawings, and design objects. Admission Ticket Included Food and drinks are not permitted in the Museum Luggage, carry-on bags, and oversize backpacks are not allowed in the Museum Wheelchairs are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis and are located in the checkroom in the main lobby. Motorized wheelchairs are permitted. OPERATED BY The Museum of Modern Art What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during The Museum of Modern Art Admission Ticket? See all safety measures taken by The Museum of Modern Art Admission Ticket. What is the maximum group size during The Museum of Modern Art Admission Ticket? Robert_M The Picasso exhibit was incredible. There were so many awesome pieces of work there. Seeing Starry Night was a highlight to. Reading about these pictures in books is one thing, but seeing them in real life is another. Great museum- safe visit Myriam_M Very rich museum with a lot of diversity of art and many major masterpieces. We went during weekday and the museum was very empty which was a fantastic (and safe) experience. Highly recommend. Great museum - safe visit Very nice museum with a lot of diversity of art and many major masterpieces. We went during a week day and the museum was very empty, which was a fantastic (and safe) experience. Highly recommend. A day at MoMa christine_d perfect day to visit the Moma its been 20 years since my last visit, never disappoint ! I took my mom and she enjoyed our day together. icon Response from Host , Nov 2020 We're so glad you enjoyed your time. Please visit us again soon! no skip the line due to Covid Love MOMA... it is great to see so much inspirational art in one place. With current conditions, the 'skip the line' does not buy much.... the only line is related to temperature screening for entrance, and the audio guides are available to all via your phone. Interface for that is a bit clunky and I ended up not listening to too much. icon Response from Host , Oct 2020 Thank you for sharing your feedback. The skip-the-line option was referring to ticketing queues, but we have updated the product name to reflect a more accurate depiction of the new experience at MoMA. We hope to see you again soon! It was a pleasure to visit the museum after sooo many months. The art was amazing, I decided to visit only 2 floors so that I can come back again. Sat in the garden for a while. Thank you for a great experience. Thanks for your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! No paper ticket required no matter what your email says Barbara_B all was well until I started reading on the way to the museum I started reading that I must print a paper copy of the ticket. Concerning since I hadn't done that! No one requires that any more. Anyway I go to the museum and just had to email the document to them so they could print it I've used your company many times before and this was the only hiccup I ever had but you might want to change the wording on that "ticket"! I don't like surprises like that. BTW, I only used 2 of the 4 tickets. What are my chances of getting a refund on the other 2? nicolaec994 Excellent museum. I've been on the opening day and it was crowded. However, everything inside was great! danielmK3713KK I'm not sure what line I was supposed to be able to skip with buying this. I arrived and presented my ticket to an employee. I was told it wasn't an actual ticket, but just a voucher that I would turn in for the real ticket. I was then told to stand in the very long ticket line with all the people waiting to buy tickets. So what was the point of buying this ahead of time when I didn't avoid the ticket line? When I saw how long the line was, I wanted to leave, but had already spent the money on this fake ticket. My advice would be to just wait until you arrive since you have to stand in the ticket line anyway. Then you have the option of backing out and not wasting your money. I questioned a couple of the MOMA employees about why it said I could skip the line and both of them just shrugged their shoulders and gave me a "You got played" look. icon Response from Host , Jun 2019 We're sorry you had a disappointing experience with your ticket. There is a special ticket line in our lobby for customers who book in advance, and we apologize if our staff did not direct you there. We are working hard to better the experience for all our customers and thank you for your candid feedback. The MOMA is a great art museum. I... The MOMA is a great art museum. I was pleasantly surprised that they had a large collection of impressionist paintings. 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__label__cc	0.669354	0.330646	Dell S-Series bets on 4K monitors and curved displays July 13, 2020 2yb Tech News In conjunction with the presentation of its compact desktop Dell XPS Desktop 2020, the American company renewed its range of monitors with the arrival of three new models for your S-Series family: Dell 32 Curved 4K UHD (S3221QS), Dell 27 4K UHD (S2721QS), and Dell 27 (S2721DS). Dell 32 Curved 4K Specifications (S3221QS) Panel: 32-inch VA anti-reflective 1800R Resolution: 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) Refresh rate: Up to 60 Hz Response time: 5 ms GtG Brightness: Up to 300 nits Contrast: 3,000: 1 Color: 99% sRGB, 90% DCI-P3 Vision angle: 178/178 degrees Connectivity: 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 3x USB 3.0, 3.5mm jack output Audio: 2x 5W built-in speakers Others: AMD FreeSync Dimensions: 709.2 x 448.1 x 207 mm Starting with the largest, the Dell 32 Curved 4K UHD (S3221QS) presents itself as a good-sized monitor, with a 31.5-inch diagonal, and a VA panel with 4K UHD resolutions (3,840 x 2,160 dots) with a refresh rate up to 60 Hz. According to Dell, it is capable of reproducing 99% of the sRGB space and 90% of the DCI-P3, or what is the same, more than a billion colors. Although undoubtedly its strong point is the inclusion of its 1800R curved panel, a format that is gaining more and more presence with the use of large screens, and above all, with the use of multiple monitors. Thought more for everyday use than for gaming, we find more normalized response speeds of five milliseconds GTG; although the compatibility with AMD FreeSync technology. In addition, Dell has implemented other image enhancement technologies such as the ComfortView with Flicker-free display, which promises to reduce eye strain for long sessions of use. Finally, regarding connectivity, the monitor has two HDMI 2.0 ports, one DisplayPort 1.2, three USB 3.0 and an audio output. Although we will also have the presence of two built-in speakers on the back side of it, with a power of five watts for each one. Finally, note that the Dell 32 will be fully VESA 100 x 100mm compliant, so in addition to its own height and tilt adjustable foot, we can use other foot or wall supports. That if, taking into account the not too light weight of the monitor, which will reach 15.20 kilos. Dell 27 4K Specifications (S2721QS) Panel: 27-inch IPS anti-reflective 1800R Color: 99% sRGB Connectivity: 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 3.5mm jack output Dimensions: 611.6 x 400.1 x 174.7 mm Dell 27 Specifications (S2721DS) Panel: 27-inch IPS anti-reflective Resolution: QHD (2560 x 1440) In the case of the two 27-inch models, we will return to the traditional use of flat panels, yes, replaced this time by higher quality IPS panels. Starting with the highest-performance model, just like its curved sibling, the Dell 27 4K (S2721QS) will feature a resolution of up to 3,840 x 2,160 pixels, backed by support for AMD FreeSync, ComfortView and Flicker-free technologies. In the same way, we will again have refresh rates of 60 Hz, although with a slight improvement in response times, reduced to 4 milliseconds. Technologies that we will see repeated in the Dell 27 (S2721DS), which maintaining parity for almost all its main characteristics, will present a reduction in the resolution of its panel, limited in this case to QHD (2,560 x 1,440 pixels), but increasing its refresh rate to 75 Hz. Unfortunately, the reduction in panel size will come with a considerable reduction in its typical contrast on both models, only offset by a small increase in its brightness. Although something that we will see unchanged will be the support of the color range, which will remain at 99% sRGB. For its part, Dell has already confirmed that all three monitors will be available worldwide. starting next August 20 worldwide, although at the moment only its starting price for the North American market has been advanced, starting from $ 349.99 (approximately 309 euros) for the Dell 27, going through the $ 449.99 (approximately 397 euros) of the Dell 27 4K UHD, and reaching a maximum price of $ 499.99 (approximately 441 euros) for the Dell 32 Curved 4K. Previous Post:Buy the Huawei P40 for less than 500 euros with shipping and warranty in Spain Next Post:The mobile does not take screenshots: reasons and how to fix it	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2661
__label__cc	0.542259	0.457741	Lewis and Clark Trail, 8 yrs of it... Discussion in 'Ride Reports - Epic Rides' started by LewisNClark, Mar 8, 2015. LewisNClark, Apr 6, 2020 LewisNClark Long timer Supporter North GA and Atlanta Don’t be tricked. The above site of this little memorial is not the real campsite...the actual site is 100 yards down the road to the left behind a little barn. Ladybug, Aces 6, bomose and 4 others like this. td63, Apr 6, 2020 td63 Been here awhile Supporter Patit Creek: rumor has it that, inspired by the ancient Greeks, Lewis had the forethought to plant the first vineyards there. black top bob likes this. black top bob, Apr 6, 2020 black top bob gray goat Supporter appalachian mountaintop Your journal has been a joy to read over the years. I read the copy of the original L/C journal after it was published, a few years ago, and realized that we never learned these things in our history classes back in the 40's and 50's. Thanks for taking the time. MrMac likes this. td63 said: ↑ Any more information you know let us know. Lewis discovered/documented hundreds of plants and animals he discovered during the Expedition. He took a crash course in LATIN in Philadelphia so he could property name the new plants with their Latin names. His most famous is the "Lewis Peckerwood" bird. Neither Lewis or Clark had formal training on farming, but both made detail notes in their journals about the looks of good farm soil, they both collected seeds and roots of wild plants and hauled them back to President Jefferson who was a very knowledgeable farmer. Did notice that Petit Creek is near the town of Dayton, Washington. black top bob said: ↑ So many scholars and experts accumulated their knowledge from books, but there is nothing like standing in a L&C campsite or following their footsteps and seeing what they experienced. Their journals sort of hint at this: Most men on the expedition were from 125 to 175 pounds, 5'5 to 5'9. (This is known from Clark's diagram of their bunks at Fort Mandan). Wiry guys and by the time they rowed a 20,000 pound barge from St Louis to Washburn, North Dakota they were pretty much nothing but muscle. Shawnee Bill, Apr 6, 2020 Shawnee Bill Long timer Supporter LewisNClark said: ↑ I can pretty much assure anyone that the farmer at this site does not know L&C and the boys camped in his backyard by the clear running stream 215 years ago. When you find a campsite like this that the current property owner is unaware they own a L & C campsite do you tell them? Talk to them about what you're doing checking out their place. LewisNClark likes this. Shawnee Bill said: ↑ I do, this house with the horse, it was a week day and I knocked on the door but no one was home. The steel shop in Elizabeth, PA (that built the keelboat) has been the only place that resisted L&C visitors, had a sign up No Trespassing. Lot of campsites in WA and Oregon are across RR tracks so I never trespass over them. It is surprising how many people "have never heard of Lewis and Clark". BUT at the Rail Road Trestle at Tavern Cave I pled guilty! Totally abandoned trestle and 3 miles of railroad tracks and even the No Trespassing sign was rotten and falling down. A 750 mile ride to get there was too hard to walk away without getting into the Tavern Cave. Once, I saw no one, so I was walking across a farmer field of weeds in a very remote area and a farmer caught up with me wanting to know what I was doing. Lewis and Seaman camped on an island in a river 50 yards from the backyard of his home (Buffington Island). Once I told him, he was more than surprised and we both spent the rest of the day in his pickup truck tracking down two other campsites. Aces 6, screb and MrMac like this. Buffington Island where Lewis and Seaman (6 month old pup) camped when heading down the Ohio River to pickup Clark. I was standing in the farmers backyard when I took the picture. The island, about the size of a basketball court, was also used as a hiding place during the Civil War. Aces 6, bomose, Amphib and 3 others like this. Mcgee, Apr 6, 2020 Mcgee Been here awhile Supporter Thanks for posting! Love what the rancher did with the steel cutouts. Aces 6 and LewisNClark like this. Sorry -- I was totally kidding: out here (we're not far from Dayton) Patit Creek is synonymous with the winery, and tho now closed, I believe Dayton's Patit Creek restaurant was supposedly the best in the entire inland NW or something. Anyway, sincerely: my apologies for being a smartass! I love your thread and it inspired me to pick up Undaunted Courage recently, which I'll hopefully dive into soon. Continuation of Patit Creek... Most of the members of the Lewis and Clark expedition carried pipe tomahawks. They were used as a weapon, small ax and the hollow handle and pipe adapter made it also useful as a smoking pipe. All but five of the Expedition soldiers smoked or chewed tobacco. Pipe tomahawks had been used east of the Mississippi River for at least as far back as the early 1700's. They were manufactured in both England and France and were widely distributed throughout the colonies by British and American traders. Lewis and Clark introduced the smoking "peace pipe tomahawks" to the Indians on the upper Missouri River. Lewis had purchased 12 pipe tomahawks for the expedition at Harpers Ferry for $1.50 each. Tomahawks as gifts were reserved for Indian Chiefs they met. Sergeant Charles Floyd, the only member who died while on the expedition, carried his personal pipe tomahawk. Anyone who had a prized tomahawk immediately marked the handle with their initials. After Floyd's death, Captain Clark carried Floyd's tomahawk and planned to give it to Floyd's family when he returned from the Expedition and let them know of Floyd death. Clark carried his tomahawk from where he died at Sioux City, Iowa, to the Canoe Camp in today Idaho along the Clearwater River. According to Clark's Journals Floyd's tomahawk was stolen from their camp on October 7, 1805 as they were launching their canoes, heading down the Columbia. This would have been a Nez Perce Indian that stole the tomahawk. On the returning home trip in 1806, just east of Pattie Creek they were camped at Kamiah, Idaho, when an Indian told Lewis and Clark about an Indian of their tribe that had stolen two of their tomahawks. On June 2, 1805 Lewis wrote: "This morning Drewyer accompanied by Hohastillilp, a Nez Perce Indian set out in search for two of our tomahawks which we have understood were in the presiding possession of certain Indians residing a distance in the plains on the South side of Kooskoske: the one is a tomahawk that Capt Lewis left at our camp on musquetoe creek. [Big Canyon Creek] and the other was stolen from us while we lay at the forks of this and the Chopunnish rivers [North Fork of the Clearwater] last fall. Captain Lewis had previously left the tomahawk at their campsite at Musquetor Creek." On June 2, 1806 Lewis wrote: “Drewyer arrived this evening with Neeshneparkkeeook [Nez Perce for “Cut Nose”] and Hohastillilp who had accompanied him to the lodges of the Indians who had the tomahawks. He obtained both tomahawks principally by the influence of the former of these Nez Perce Chiefs. The one which had been stolen we prized most as it was private property of the late Sgt. Floyd and Capt. Clark was desperate to return it to Floyd's family or friends. The man who had this tomahawk had purchased it, and was himself at the moment of their arrival on his death bed. His relatives were unwilling to give up the tomahawk as they intended to bury it with the dying owner, but were convinced to release the tomahawk since it was stolen. Drewyer convinced the Indians, in hand sign language, to give back the tomahawk for a hankerchief, two strands of beads. which [Capt. Clark sent by] Drewyer gave them and two horses given by the chiefs to be killed agreeably to their custom at the grave of the dying Indian." Thanks to the two Chopunnish Chiefs, Captain Clark left the Clearwater valley with the late Sergeant Floyd's pipe tomahawk. It was never documented that Clark returned tomahawk to Floyd's family or friends, but he most likely did. Sgt Charles Floyd's Memorial Marker Floyd's marker at his hometown, Floyd's Station, in a suburb of Louisville, Kentucky just a few miles from the Louisville Baseball Bat factory, of course I had to ride by too. Painting of Charles Floyd Mcgee, Aces 6, screb and 3 others like this. And most important - Sgt Floyd's Tomahawk. The little knob on the top was for removal when running a wire thru the pipe to clear the pipe, and to also allow air to enter the pipe tube running the full length of the handle. Interesting that the Indians from St Louis to Astoria were commonly found smoking. There were wild plants the Indians smoked, commonly called "rabbit tobacco" in the South, also smoked some tree bark. At Lemhi Pass on the western route they moved from boats to horseback so Lewis instructed the men to cache anything non-essential at Lemhi...one of those items left at Lemhi was their ropes of tobacco. Headed home the smokers were all craving their smoke. MTBRALPH, Chappy58, Mcgee and 7 others like this. Ol Man, Apr 9, 2020 Ol Man Long timer Supporter Apple Valley, Calif It is really obvious that you have a true love of the L & C expedition and all of the intricate history. Really nice history lesson for us all. Chappy58 and Aces 6 like this. LewisNClark, Nov 18, 2020 Pretty amazing find this summer. Thomas Jefferson bought, from France, thru Napoleon Bonaparte all lands west of the Mississippi with water running into the Mississippi River - no one knew this would include lands all the way to Montana! This little spot that Lewis tagged is in the middle of absolutely no where on an Indian Reservation - The actual campsite of Camp Disappointment, where Meriwether Lewis found the site of the furtherest land west and north that water flowed into the Gulf of Mexico, - Just south of here is also where one of the Field brothers and Lewis shot and killed two Blackfoot Indians that attacked them in the middle of the night trying to steal Joseph Field’s rifle, 48°39'52"N 112°48'26"W - if anyone is in the area. If you don’t know this: You can cut & paste the gps coordinates above and paste them into Google Map,,,and voila - GMaps will find the site with a detail graphic satellite view - if you do this you can see it is 2 and 7/10 of a mile over field trails to the site from the main road, Meriwether Road Hwy 444 - definitely would recommend checking with the farmer east of site before trespassing - he was friendly with me, the tracks in the grass in the picture are permanent since others have ridden there - the GPS coordinates are inside the corral since that is the believed site of Lewis’ coordinates - as a caution - This is on a Blackfoot Indian Reservation - That little corral changed the United States territory for ever, There are no markers or signs except the Buffalo Jump off to the right of the picture is the only landmarks to the site. 4 miles north of Browning, MT on private property, about 2 1/2 miles south of the Canadian border. Lewis' famous comment was, "As I returned fire, I could hear the wind of the Indian's bullet pass my ear." View of campsite from the Buffalo Jump ( You can see the corral in the bottom center of the picture.) Cut Bank Creek meanders around the remote campsite. From the top of the Buffalo Jump hillside you can see Canada 2 or 3 miles to the north. For clarification: This is the site where Lewis determined was the farthest point of running water going into the Gulf of Mexico below Louisiana. Not the site of their Indian attack and subsequent two teenage Blackfoot were killed. Dusty, bomose, imnothng and 11 others like this. Ziamon, Nov 18, 2020 Ziamon Been here awhile Google map format 48°39'52"N 112°48'26"W Shawnee Bill, Nov 18, 2020 I was close this summer, but seems I was still 2 miles east where the signs are on Meritether road at the Cut Bank bridge. And actually the sign says that. Still a lot closer than that obelisk just off of Hwy 2. Although in a car. The locals really don't care for Lewis and Clark, seems they regularly spray graffiti on the obelisk to go with the bullet pockmarks on it. bomose, Amphib and MrMac like this. Congrats in finding the obelisk marker....not easy to find. As Meriwether said, when he took the coordinates at this location he considered the L&C Expedition was over, it was now a matter of surviving the 2,000 mile trip home. Just today found out that the Great Northern Railroad Company paid to have the marker erected and it is supposed to look like the Washington Monument in DC. The same railroad company also paid to have Pompey's Pillar staircase and guard rails to protect William Clark signature in the Pompey Pillar rock. The marker is where it is so it will be more visible to traffic off Hwy 2. The real campsite is on private land, owned by a local Blackfoot Indian. Most Indians like the people of the L&C Expedition except the Sioux around S. Dakota and the Blackfoot Tribe in northern Montana where the obelisk is located...they hated the history of the L&C Expedition....thus damaged marker. The real site of Camp Disappointment is roughly 4 miles due north of the monument...way out in open prairie. Private property but no one around for probably 2 miles....will admit it was very hard to find....not positive of my GPS coordinates but they will be close. For probably 50 yrs the obelisk was the farthest northwest corner of the United States (aka Louisiana Territory). As I'm sure you know, that is Glazier National Park in the background of your picture. From the site of Camp Disappointment/the Obelisk on the map, knowing the entire Blackfoot tribe would be chasing them, they road horseback all night into the next day to cover 135 miles to reach their crew that were supposed to pick them up at the conjunction of the Marias and Missouri Rivers...near today's Fort Benton. Lewis knew they were a day or 2 early, being chased by the Indians - Lewis noted that as they approached the river he did not see them, but in the distance saw their 2 canoes headed down stream - (Gass,Werner,Fraser, Goodrich, McNeal, and Thompson) help load Lewis’ equipment and crew as they paddled east - knowing the angry Blackfeet would not be more than a few hours behind them —- For Clarification: Over the below terrain....Lewis wrote in his journals about a few of their horse were getting sick from the terrain...the below was the reason. In Lewis’ journal he wrote that Joseph Field shot a deer for their supper but when he turned his horse around to go back and retrieve the kill, his horse sat down and refused to move and have to go back over the up and down hills until after an hours rest. The below is also another marker of the estimated site of the killing about 10 miles south of Browning/Obelisk. The kill campsite was between the two forks of the Two Medicine Rivers. The above map may make it clearer. Note: Seaman, their dog was not with them here,,,proof that he was lost a few weeks earlier below Great Falls. Seaman was extremely protective during the night and would have been barking his head off, MTBRALPH, bomose, imnothng and 4 others like this. The sign right on Hwy 2 does say the railroad put the obelisk up but I also read somewhere that the railroad located the Obelisk on that hill so passengers on their trains could see it from the train. bomose and Aces 6 like this. The sign does say the railroad put the obelisk up but I also read somewhere that the railroad located the Obelisk on that hill so passengers on their trains could see it from the train. Did not know that....but there is a train track probably 150 yards behind the obelisk....it eventually or used to end at Fort Benton, then later goes down to Great Falls. Those 3 best men were, as usual, Drouillard, Rubin Field and his brother Joseph Field. The bravest and toughest of the bunch. Don’t know if you planned it, but your photo shows the obelisk in the background, Yrs ago I talked to an elderly local in Cut Bank and he thought the RR company either had their bridge builder or employees build the obelisk and he was pretty sure it was precast concrete and erected with a crane, as a young boy he remembered it was 6 0r more feet into the ground because of the Winter winds, FYI - one of my main source of L&C history is from such road signs,,,don't think I have ever seen erroneous info from a road sign. In reference to 49th parl-, the Canadian border is the 50th park-,,,Lewis was a smart dude, the 4 of them road for days looking for the creeks or rivers flowing from the north, Lewis knew that only a clear running creek was coming from the Rockies (north), looking for the furtherest one to the north to determine the Louisiana Territory Purchase which was part of the new US territory, he knew where the Canadian border was without any road signs, Calculating latitude and longitude from the sun, stars, horizon and chronometer watch is WAY BEYOND MY PAY GRADE, Aces 6 likes this. "I read somewhere", careful with your references, I'm not sure where I read that and don't seem to be able to find it again tonight. Might have seen it somewhere while I was up there?	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2665
__label__cc	0.650062	0.349938	Green Chimurenga Dark-skinned thoughts occur here. Tag Archives: misogyny On Mysterious Niggers “Well, if a lot of mysterious niggers armed with all kinds of fearful weapons suddenly took to travelling on the road between Deal and Gravesend, catching the yokels right and left to carry heavy loads for them, I fancy every farm and cottage thereabouts would get empty very soon. Only here the dwellings were gone too.” – Marlow, in Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad To follow up on the conversation begun in the “Furtive Movements” post about the fear of black men in North American society, I wanted to bring in some literary critique and historical review to expand the thought across borders and into the Pan-African realm. Joseph Conrad spoke of “mysterious niggers” in Heart of Darkness when describing the instrument of ultra-violence and extreme terror that was the Force Publique, the army of the Congo Free State under Leopold II, wretched king of the Belgians. In the name of maximizing rubber-tapping output by the enslaved population of Leopold’s now private property – a territory the size of the United States east of the Mississippi or almost as large as India – these minions worked hard at decimating villages, cutting off hands, raping women, children and men, and torturing, mutilating and murdering without rest. These ruthless rubber enforcers were instrumental in exterminating some 10 million Congolese between roughly 1890 and 1910, when the Belgian state took over the Congo following the exposure of Leopold’s genocidal crimes in Central Africa in the name of profit. But the Force Publique, still in existence today as the Congo National Army, was recruited from amongst the indigenes of the Congo, young African men convinced and/or coerced by the virtues of raping their own country, taking the most meager cut of the pillage and giving the lion’s share to the colonial masters. In the past fifteen years or so, the latest genocide in Congo, played out mostly in the country’s east, has ended the lives of some 7 million Congolese. The same old coercive and violent structures remain in place, with proxy armies of the states of Uganda and Rwanda, simply called rebels in the shallow Western media, helping to enforce slave labor in the mining of precious minerals that are whisked away to the West and to East Asia by small planes in unmarked airstrips in the jungle. The Congolese Army likewise imposes this same regime and rapes and enslaves the Congo and its people for riches, leaving the most well-endowed land on the planet in a state that is extremely inhospitable to human life. And it is young African men, just like me, taking marching orders from utterly morally bankrupt and corrupt governments, or from greed and lust themselves, who are the in situ instruments of this mayhem. But no one gets left off the hook by getting put in the category of mysterious niggers. And Joseph Conrad will not get a pass for coining that denigrating phrase either. Because these men are not niggers, they are African human beings. And they are not mysterious. They’re purpose is very well understood, obvious, one-dimensional and brutally frank. The minions of the Force Publique, the Congolese Army, and most other private and state-controlled armies and police forces across Africa which typically enforce exploitation and oppression in pursuit of a neocolonial agenda – their work is blatantly political, studied, coherent. So we will neither call the Force Publiques of the black world mysterious (what’s so mysterious about a violent enforcer of hegemony, no matter his/her tactics?), nor will we call them niggers, since they are part of our family, and they are fully human (if dehumanized by their deeds). Not all Africans are good guys. We have to confront the internal sources of oppression and failure within our family and correct them by any means necessary. That is indeed the biggest obstacle to Uhuru – not the external and foreign forces we often get carried away with placing blame on, but the internal forces that prevent forward motion, the ones who look like us but that work in cahoots with the neo-colonial tendency and outside exploiters, that are preoccupied with satisfying their own boundless greed and need for instant gratification, and that possess unquestioned inferiority complexes about our capacity and potential as a people and a civilization, as Africans. Black inferiority complexes within us are ten trillion times worse than white supremacy is. For when we have full belief in our own full humanity, our unimaginable human potential, our beauty, our importance and our place in history, whatever we think exists of global white supremacy will suddenly have magnitudes less power to actually keep us from achieving what we wish, except perhaps by brute force (i.e. Leopold II), which is unlikely in this era. Having rejected and denounced the concept of mysterious niggers, I acknowledge that we’ve all internalized it to some extent, all over the world. As for me, I love the man in the mirror. I like seeing other brothers, particularly those doing positive things in the world. But I know that my own starting point when strangers see me walking around North America as I do, the blank canvas I should be before I am judged by a new encounter – that eye draws me first and immediately as a mysterious nigger. In other words, I always begin in society as a mysterious nigger, at a minimum. And sometimes this holds true even in the eyes of other black people. Until I prove otherwise by my character, in some cases how I dress and carry myself, and even by my “well-spokenness,” I’m a mysterious nigger, I’m a dark suspect of unknown intentions. If I were of European descent with milk-toned skin, I would perhaps present to others as familiar and unthreatening, especially given how I already tend to dress and move through the world, which is to say unassumingly and business-casual with a sporty twist. But I’m just about as black as we come, West African through and through from the Niger Delta. Back home, it would be different only in the sense that I won’t be such a threat to anyone, and there’s no racial, cultural and historical ice of ignominy to bust through, at least in getting to know someone who looks like family already and comes from the same universe. But colonialism has left so many vestiges of its culture of violence between Africans, played out by young African men as cheap pawns, that in many cases we are still mysterious niggers to one another. I remember back in 2003 when I was 19 and really started to take a deep interest in African affairs. Back in that summer the civil war in Liberia was really heating up before it’s end very shortly thereafter. On the cover of the New York Times, some time in June or so, don’t remember, there was a picture of a young combatant in Monrovia roaring with the look of venom in his face, standing in the rain with a rocket launcher over his shoulder. That was one of the first times I really saw myself in another African man like that. I could have been that unnamed guy somehow, if circumstances were different. I mean I looked like that fellow, very likely an age-mate. And the New York Times, in not naming him, in showing this random African with a machine gun destroying things and killing his brothers, was depicting a textbook example of a mysterious nigger. I want to humanize the black man. And in doing so I will never absolve African men of any crimes they’ve done, including against African women and children, and other African men, and anybody else for that matter. I will never absolve us from complicity in our own oppression, or unwillingness to challenge it. But I’m done thinking in the context of mysterious niggers. How can you honestly prosecute a mysterious nigger? How can you judge a mysterious nigger who is in the wrong? By initiating a thought about that person wherein he is already in the “mysterious nigger” category from the start, one already has a negative and dehumanizing image and concept of this man. I think it is almost revolutionary to start to think about young black men, even those who do wrong, as first fully human. Contemporary societies, whether in North America, the Caribbean, or Africa seem resistant to this. If I want to know the story of a young soldier who is now on trial for the crimes he committed in the early 2000s in Sierra Leone, I want to know him as the flawed, sick human being he is, and his history. I want no less knowledge about his victims. But when we pursue justice acknowledging one another’s humanity, including the potential psychoses, passions and prerogatives of all parties, I think we arrive inevitably at more fair results, and we do so in the light of better understanding. Let us understand one another. No more mysterious niggers. Those gangbangers on the corner are not mysterious niggers – their sons, grandsons, cousins, fathers. Those rebels in the Congo, those Force Publique of old, those Tonton Macoute in Haiti, they are not black monsters. And black men individually are not monsters before we know who they are. If we stop thinking numbly and dumbly about mysterious niggers with no known cause or cure, and start thinking about why violence happens, who funds it, who profits from it, and why men participate in it, we will go a lot further in preventing violence amongst young black men. We need the courage and the boldness to understand and humanize ourselves, and look one another in the eyes as humans, without prejudicial fear and loathing. We need to see one another, as young black men, with the eyes of understanding, at the very least. Our conditioning to hate one another is very difficult to act upon when we choose to understand each other, hear each other and listen carefully. Let’s study ourselves, study the human mind, study these stereotypes that trap us, and break the chains of slavery and dehumanization, starting with the man (or woman) in the mirror. To defeat self-hate, revolutionary an act as it is, it starts with simply listening, understanding, and being patient enough to allow the sea of negativity within us to calm itself so we can see the beautiful, undeniable humanity that was within our black selves all along. Then we can share that insight and live that understanding. And ain’t understanding the kernel of love? 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__label__wiki	0.84192	0.84192	July 14, 2019 Jana J. Monji ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ : Murphy’s Law Takes Hold with Humorous Results L-R: Scott Cote, Yaegel T. Welch, Peyton Crim, Jamie Ann Romero and Ned Noyes in the national tour of ”The Play That Goes Wrong.” Photo by Jeremy Daniel. Imagine a drama society with many wanna-bes finally getting funding, but not necessarily the talent to stage a whodunit? Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields of Mischief Theatre Company in Great Britain did and “The Play That Goes Wrong” went on to win the Best New Comedy Laurence Olivier Award in 2015 and the original cast went to Broadway in 2017, leaving with a Tony for Best Scenic Design of a Play. Now at the Ahmanson, while the gags seem to run a little long, the production is top notch and an amusing way to spend an evening. Be sure to get there early and sit down as soon as the ushers will permit. The set-up of this evening’s joke begins before we get the official opening. The “crew” (Angela Grovey as Annie the stage manager and Brandon J. Ellis as Trevor the light and sound operator) attempts to fix the broken mantlepiece and find a dog. You should also read the faux bios of all the cast and crew who are all making their touring debuts. This isn’t the first production by the fictitious Cornley University Drama Society. Under certain budget constraints, the show’s “director” Chris Bean (Evan Alexander Smith) explains the society has put on “The Lion and The Wardrobe,” “Cat,” and “James and the Peach” or after a misadventure, “James, Where’s your Peach?” Bean serves not only as the director of this new endeavor, “The Murder at Haversham Manor,” but also the costume designer, voice coach and fight choreographer as well as the Inspector Carter. Set in the 1920s, the play opens with a dead body. Inspector Carter has been summoned to Haversham Manor after Charles Haversham (Yaegel T. Welch as Jonathan Harris who plays Charles) has been discovered dead, but elegantly laid out on a chaise in the center of the room. It is an unfortunate conclusion to Charles Haversham’s engagement party but his fiancée, Florence Colleymoore (Jamie Ann Romero who plays Sandra Wilkinson who plays Florence), doesn’t seem particularly bereaved. She’s really in love with Charles’ younger brother, Cecil Haversham (Ned Noyes who plays Max Bennett who plays Cecil). That should make Cecil the prime suspect, but there’s also Florence’s brother, Thomas Colleymoore (Peyton Crim playing Robert Grove who plays Thomas) and the butler Perkins (Scott Cote who plays Dennis Tyde who plays Perkins). Continuing problems with the set require both Annie and Trevor to make unscheduled appearances, but the production is also plagued by Jonathan Harris’ inability to play dead for very long and remembering his cues. Visually, you’ll wonder how the African American Harris is the brother of the very white Noyes’ Cecil, but casting can be troublesome in a small company on a tight budget. Noyes’ portrays Max as not a particularly good actor, but one who is more than willing to break character and make outlandish gestures to provoke laughter. If physical humor hits your funny bone, then “The That Play Goes Wrong” may be just the ticket. At one point, the luckless Wilkinson is knocked out and Florence must be played by one of the backstage crew on book, but only after the cast can get the unconscious Wilkinson off stage. What really makes this production is Nigel Hook’s set design which provides much of the humor and surprises. Director Matt DiCarlo (Mark Bell directed the Broadway show), ably gets good actors to act badly as the unfortunately ungifted drama society members and the timing is spot on with some pratfalls and scenic mishaps happening so fast you can’t afford to blink. We’ve all had bad weeks. You might think your life is bound by Murphy’s law or you might have been an actor similarly involved in a production that lacked talent in the right places or a budget for a worthy set or costuming, but surely, your life or your worst production isn’t as hilariously horrific as this production. Let someone else’s bad luck lighten up your day. “The Play That Goes Wrong” continues until 11 August 2019. Ahmanson Previous ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’: Light-Hearted Romance and Remembrance in 4DX ☆☆☆☆☆ Next ‘Apollo 11 – The Immersive Live Show’ : Great Visuals But Bumpy Start to a National Tour	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2671
__label__wiki	0.996979	0.996979	Introduction to the Research in Film Awards from Andrew Thompson The Research in Film Awards 2020 winners and shortlist The Research in Film Awards 2020 shortlist RIFA Winners Each year entries for the Research in Film Awards are judged by a prestigious panel of academics, film industry experts and sector leaders. Meet the 2020 panel below! Best Research Film of the Year Professor of Public Engagement in Science, University of Birmingham, TV presenter and author Hetan Shah Chief Executive of the British Academy, Visiting Professor at King's College London and Deputy Chair of the Ada Lovelace Institute Director of Creative Industries Future Screens NI, Ulster University Best Doctoral or Early Career Film of the Year Victoria Mapplebeck, Royal Holloway Professor in Digital Arts at Royal Holloway, University of London, BAFTA award winning director, artist and writer Ayesha Taylor-Camara AHRC-funded ‘TV PhD’ candidate, University of Nottingham Shawn Sobers Associate Professor of Lens Media, University of West England Best Climate Emergency Film Craig Bennett Chief Executive, The Wildlife Trusts and former Director of Friends of the Earth Rebecca Speight Chief Executive, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds Majed Akhter Lecturer in Environment & Society, King's College London and AHRC/BBC New Generation Thinker Best Animated Film Steve Harding-Hill Creative Director, Aardman Animation Campbell Glennie Managing Director, Edinburgh TV Festival and The TV Foundation Paul Manners Associate Professor and Director of Policy, National Co-ordinating Centre for Public Engagement Inspiration Award Doris Ruth Eikhof Professor of Cultural Economy & Policy, University of Glasgow Sarah Churchwell Professor of American Literature and Public Understanding of the Humanities, University of London and Director of the Being Human Festival Lucy Vernall Project Director, Academic Ideas Lab and former TV producer Find out more about the categories and the awards ceremony	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2674
__label__cc	0.725618	0.274382	Addicted 2 Success What Your Success Formula is Missing How to Overcome the Emotional Rollercoaster of Success 5 Important Choices that Make Life Worth Living and Success Taste Sweeter Overcome These Mindset Challenges to Experience Surreal Growth and Success How To Build An Empire With Mindfulness Entrepreneurs: Here’s the Best Method to Help You Get Your Money Right 7 Days to Success: a Weekly Ritual to Become a Successful Entrepreneur 3 Reasons You May Need to Urgently Rebrand And Yes, Covid Is One of Them Entrepreneurs: 7 Tools For Improving Your Edge How Entrepreneurs Can Tackle The 2020 Crisis How to Use the 3 Sins of Motivation to Achieve Your Goals 3 Unusual Methods For Instant Motivation How to Overcome Failure and Use It as Motivation The Counterintuitive Motivation Hack That You Are Missing What Top Performers Really Do For Motivation Lessons I Have Learned About Scaling a Business as a Startup Founder 5 Hacks to Improve Your Writing Skills in English for ESL Learners Remote Work + Education: 3 Tips for Students Who Want to Have It All 5 Ideas on Starting a Business in College How to Launch Your Startup in 7 Easy Steps 40 Inspirational Quotes on Victory That Will Motivate You to Win 10 Life Changing Quotes That Helped Me Create A Meaningful Life 28 Inspirational Movie Quotes That Will Teach You the Most Valuable Life Lessons 25 Quotes About Resilience to Help You Bounce Back in Tough Times 50 Quotes From the Best Leadership Books of All Time Your Life Has a Meaning: Here’s How to Find Out What It Is 10 Life Lessons I Learned in 2020 and What to Expect Next 10 Remarkable Lessons From an Unconventional School Teacher How to Crush Fear, Beat Imposter Syndrome, and Create a Fulfilled Life 8 Powerful Ways To Show Up In Dating & Relationships – Apollonia Ponti The Mindset Of A Multiple 7 Figure Entrepreneur – Michael Michalowicz Top 12 Addicted2Success Podcast Episodes for You to Listen To 4 Ways YOU Can Create Powerful Habits – James Clear How To Relentlessly Live In Your Potential – Ben Kelly 3 Prince EA Videos To Change Humanities Path To Greatness (Video) What Is Success? An Entrepreneurial Story To Inspire You (Inspirational Video) What If Today You Knew You Were Going To Take Your Last Breath? How To Make Enough Money From A Blog To Quit Your Job – Kate McKibbin How Finding Your Passion And Becoming An Entrepreneur Can Lead To Happiness – Chiquita Searle I’ve learned a lot in my time as an entrepreneur. It’s been more of a journey than expected and my life experience has brought me here with a different perspective than many. Coming from a mainly academic background and being more of an analytical mind, I believed you examine the data, put in enough to get the goal and you quickly reach it. Funny enough, I think it’s why I mastered every video game and how to get an A in graduate school level class with very little effort beyond what I knew was required. Entrepreneurship is nothing like that, and just what you think is enough work and a sure thing most likely isn’t. The point of this is not to drive you into apathy and tell you not to be an entrepreneur, but rather it’s to show how to actually reach the summit instead of spending all your time in the basecamp. Success isn’t always necessarily about approach or level of self-development. It’s not to say that all those things are not important, but they are not the defining characteristic of what separates someone like Gary Vaynerchuk and Grant Cardone from someone that will never achieve; the defining element is tenacity, its drive, its obsession. “Whether you’re 9 or 90, stop trying to fix the things you’re bad at, and focus on the things you’re good at.” – Gary Vaynerchuk I’ve noticed that when I am in action, things don’t seem to bother me as much and even more seems to go right. You may call that momentum of all the collected activities, but I call it operating on another level. It’s when I stop taking as much action, not working towards my goal that the depressed feeling tends to get me. You know exactly what I mean you may have had 10 great experiences that day taking yourself and your business forward, but one that did not go right, and it may not be that bad, but you dwell on it, then you’re left feeling unsuccessful. Less than a year ago, I started a podcast called Create Your Own Life, that took off like wildfire, created high-level press coverage and helped me to meet many of the people I admired most. I’ve noticed an interesting point along that journey, and it relates to the level of action I took and when I took it. I worked really hard on getting high-level entrepreneurs and had great success at it, but I learned a different viewpoint along the way about what success really looks like. I read a book a number of years ago by Darren Hardy called “The Entrepreneur Rollercoaster,” and I think it’s the best way to describe the journey that I and many of my colleagues have been on over the years. At first, I learned that you can not always manage events but you can always manage your reaction to them, later I learned that was not even fully true. I worked hard for certain opportunities to promote my show and certain guests I thought would be my big break, the single thing that would get me to greatness. I realized that single moment and the “overnight success” does not actually exist, and for every Justin Bieber that is discovered on YouTube there are millions of people betting everything they have on success that will never happen. “Success means having the courage, the determination, and the will to become the person you believe you were meant to be.” – Darren Hardy I learned that big breaks don’t happen to you, but they happen because of you. Full-responsibility is the only way that will ever happen, having the tenacity to want the success of my mission as bad as breathing that’s when success happens. Previously, I learned that my greatest error was every time I thought the big break was coming, I didn’t just ease off the accelerator, I let it go completely. Not only did the big break not happen, but I was further away than when I started; most likely taking even more time to reach my current destination. Real success actually comes from hard, consistent work and keeping the accelerator pushed to the floor. As for those events that you think will be you big break; grab as many of them as you can, because it’s from consistently shooting for the stars that you reach the moon. Do you want to be successful? Don’t stop when you think you made it, push even harder; that drive is what separates real entrepreneurs from the mere mortals. Related Topics:AdviceDarren Hardyentrepreneurial roller coasterEntrepreneurshipfilling in the blanksGary VaynerchukGrant CardonegrindhustlemindsetpodcastSuccesssuccess formulaWisdom 5 Lessons Social Entrepreneurship Teaches Us About Motivation 4 Marketing Questions That Determine Whether or Not You Get Clients Jeremy Slate is the founder of the Create Your Own Life Podcast, which helps entrepreneurs live the lives they know they were meant to. He studied literature at Oxford University, Specializes in using Online social networking to build an offline relationship and was ranked #1 in iTunes New and Noteworthy and #26 in the business category. After his success in podcasting, Jeremy Slate and his wife, Brielle Slate, found Command Your Brand to help entrepreneurs get their message out by appearing as guests on podcasts. Stop Apologizing for Pursuing a Successful Life How to Pick Up the Pieces of 2020 and Courageously Create a Life You Love vervelogicae Hey! You have written a great article. Very inspiring. Thanks so much for sharing this. Ingic Its a great article you have written and the points you have mentioned really going to help entrepreneurs a lot. One more important thing I would love to mention here is to hire a reliable digital agency which gives you quality business visibility over the internet it can easily grow your business globally. Awesome! I know myself my biggest thing I’m starting to do is more outsourcing of tasks I shouldn’t be doing 🙂 Seth Tubre Thanks for the advice. I especially like the quotes and the last paragraph: “Real success actually comes from hard, consistent work and keeping the accelerator pushed to the floor. As for those events that you think will be you big break; grab as many of them as you can, because it’s from consistently shooting for the stars that you reach the moon.” Thanks Seth! I’m glad that I could help! 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__label__cc	0.690691	0.309309	Anthony Zierhut Storyboard artist and animatic artist for feature films Live-action storyboards Animation storyboards Sketchblog Back of the menu sketches I have been working a lot lately, and not drawing for fun as much as I probably should, oh well –for a guy who’s basically freelance, it’s good to be working! So night before last we all went out to the local Mexican restaurant and the girls wrote their names on the backs of their kid’s menus, then came over to my side of the table and asked me to draw them under their names. I like how Jane had to give me a credit on the bottom of her drawing. It’s funny, too, how she had to use my full name, as opposed to “Dad”. Kids are funny. You can almost make out what’s written on the other side of the paper too. Hopefully I’ll have some time to do some proper sketching here soon. anthonyzierhut I’m a storyboard artist and motion picture production illustrator living and working in the Los Angeles / Hollywood area, specializing in traditional hand-drawn storyboards for live-action and animated feature films as well as After Effects and CG animatics for pre-visualization and post production visual effects (VFX). I also draw and sketch a lot and upload it to the Sketchblog here and social media – just for fun! Pastel smudge tool, Pencil Glendale California, kids, Location sketch View anthony.zierhut’s profile on Facebook View anthonyzierhut’s profile on Pinterest View anthony-zierhut-a279156’s profile on LinkedIn Images and text copyright Anthony Zierhut unless otherwise indicated.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2692
__label__cc	0.600777	0.399223	Opportunity: Associate Analyst // Researcher – CLOSED Applications for this opportunity are now closed. FULL-TIME FIXED TERM OPPORTUNITY JOB DESCRIPTION: ASSOCIATE ANALYST / RESEARCHER TIME-PERIOD: ONE YEAR LOCATION: ROSEBANK, JOHANNESBURG DATE ISSUED: 1 OCTOBER 2020 APPLICATION DEADLINE: 22 OCTOBER 2020 OPPORTUNITY STARTING DATE: 1 JANUARY 2021 ALT Advisory, in association with Power Singh Inc., seeks to appoint an Associate Analyst / Researcher based in Rosebank, Johannesburg for a fixed-term period of 12 months, with the possibility of renewal. The Associate will work within both ALT Advisory and Power Singh Inc. About ALT Advisory and Power Singh Inc. ALT Advisory is a public interest advisory firm, based in Johannesburg, South Africa that focuses on public law, information rights, data privacy, emergent technology and social innovation. We strive to develop fundamental rights and galvanise activism in the information age through effective and innovative public-interest advisory services. In doing so, we service international and domestic clients and contribute a portion of our income to funding public interest projects and litigation. ALT Advisory works in association with Power Singh Inc., a public interest law firm registered with the Legal Practice Council of South Africa, to engage in public interest litigation within our practice areas. Draft memoranda, legal and policy submissions, legal opinions, research reports, toolkits, advisory notes, concept documents, working papers and organisational reports. Monitor, document and analyse legal, political, social and technological policy developments in domestic and regional public and private sectors. Manage legal proceedings and processes, including developing strategic and test case litigation strategies, managing client consultations, briefing counsel and attendance at court. Participate in the development and implementation of advocacy strategies at the domestic, regional and international levels. Assist with organisational development and staff training. Excellent legal research, policy analysis and writing skills. Strong project and case management, communication and public engagement skills. Expertise and experience in ALT Advisory and Power Singh Inc’s practice areas. Technical or non-technical, but competent, understanding of information communications technology (ICT), public policy and human rights developments. Proven litigation or litigation support experience. Ability to work well under pressure, independently and with others. Ability to work remotely and meet strict deadlines. Commitment to strengthening public interest legal practice, engaging in strategic and test case litigation, and protecting and promoting fundamental rights. Commitment to continuing education. Commitment to organisational development and teamwork. Ability to communicate fluently in English. 1-5 years’ relevant work experience. Possession of a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or an equivalent legal, policy or political sciences qualification. Experience in advisory, policy analysis, commissioned research and/or litigation. Experience in documenting and monitoring ICT, public policy and human rights developments. Familiarity with and interest in the field of public law and information rights, particularly in the areas of freedom of expression, access to information and privacy. Ability and willingness to travel. Possession of a Master of Laws (LL.M.) or an equivalent post-graduate legal, policy or political sciences qualification. Admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa. Work experience in domestic, regional and international human rights and/or social justice movements, particularly in the areas of international law, constitutional law and information rights. Fluency in South African languages, French, and/or Portuguese. Possession of a valid driver’s licence. ALT Advisory seeks exceptional applicants and offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Our benefits include medical-aid, gym membership and the ability to work flexible working hours. Time-period At this stage, the Associate will be contracted for one year, with the possibility of renewal. We do not discriminate in our hiring practices and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all abilities, ages, gender identities and expressions, national origins, races and ethnicities, religious beliefs, and sexual orientations. We welcome all kinds of diversity. 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Jamie Carragher: Why I won’t go to town on Frank Lampard \| Football News 914local Jamie Carragher admits he would be tougher with his criticism if another manager was responsible for Chelsea’s dip, but refused to add to the mounting pressure on Frank Lampard, instead highlighting a potential lack of experience at the top level. Chelsea’s fifth Premier League defeat of the season was confirmed inside 45 minutes of Sunday’s clash with Manchester City as a three-goal lead at the break laid the foundation for a comprehensive 3-1 away victory at Stamford Bridge. A run of just one victory in six league outings has left Chelsea seven points off leaders Liverpool having played a game more, and seen Lampard’s position come under intense scrutiny after registering the lowest points-per-game average of any manager of the Roman Abramovich era. Jamie Carragher labelled Chelsea “mentally fragile” following the manner of their defeat to City, and the Sky Sports pundits insisted Lampard should be compared to those who came before him. Is it fair comparing Frank to predecessors? “Of course it is fair, he’s the Chelsea manager,” Carragher told Monday Night Football. “Nobody knows Chelsea Football Club, and how ruthless they are with managers, more than Frank Lampard. “Having played with Frank, we get questioned whether we would be more critical of the situation if it was a different manager. They would be right, I would be a lot more critical of the managers on that list. Not because I played with Frank Lampard but because I don’t expect him to win the Premier League or the Champions League [this season]. “The other managers that came in with CVs, years of experience, having won the big trophies – Jose Mourinho, Guus Hiddink, Carlo Ancelotti, all great managers – I would be more critical of them.” FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Manchester City’s win over Chelsea in the Premier League. Is Lampard part of a generation lacking experience? With Lampard among a new generation of managers to have secured a high-profile position early in their careers, Carragher questioned whether managers were landing the top jobs before they had earned enough experience to cope with the position. “I think of players of my generation, I think of myself… I watch Jurgen Klopp on the sideline, fist-pumping The Kop when Liverpool have won, and I want to be him, it looks amazing,” he added. “Frank Lampard wants to be Jose Mourinho, John Terry wants to be Jose Mourinho, I’m sure Thierry Henry looks at Arsene Wenger and thinks, ‘I’d love to do that, I could do that’. “What I’d say about players of my generation, and why I do punditry, is that I want to be Jurgen Klopp managing Liverpool, but I don’t want to go to Mainz for seven years and work my way up. That’s what I’m talking about with Frank. I actually admire the job he did last year, and [after the Manchester City defeat] I admired his interview. “Frank went into a top job on the back of 12 months at Derby, the experience isn’t there. He didn’t get the job on the back of being a great manager, he got it because of Chelsea and Frank Lampard. “Gary Neville went to Valencia, big job, how could he say no? Thierry Henry went to Monaco. How could Frank say no to Chelsea? But they don’t have that experience to fall back on, they haven’t learned the ups and downs of management and coaching. “Steven Gerrard has gone to Rangers and is doing really well, looks like they might win the title this season. But would I want Steven Gerrard to be Liverpool manager without more experience? Possibly not. Jamie Carragher and Paul Ince discuss the position Frank Lampard finds himself in with Chelsea, and debate whether the new generation of managers have enough experience before going into the top managerial jobs. “I just think when you get those really big jobs and you haven’t got that experience, you’ve got nothing to fall back on when times are tough, as they will be now over the next few weeks for Frank. “Even the confidence and belief in how you think your team should play [will be questioned]. People have ideas when they go into coaching or managing how their team should play, but they don’t know until they’ve done it and got confidence that it works. “That’s why I won’t go to town on Frank Lampard right now. It’s not that he doesn’t know football, it’s just that they haven’t got the experience to fall back on. “I’d love Frank Lampard at Chelsea, Steven Gerrard at Liverpool, Thierry Henry in those jobs in 10 years’ time so they can actually show, with that experience they have built up, they have that confidence and are ready.” Ince: I couldn’t say no, but it was too early Ince lasted six months in his first top-flight managerial position at Blackburn Monday Night Football guest Paul Ince reflected on his transition into management that saw him start out with spells at Macclesfield Town and MK Dons before being earning his first Premier League appointment when Blackburn Rovers came calling in 2008. It was Ince’s third managerial appointment, but he would only last six months at Ewood Park before being relieved of his duties. He admits the position was one he could not turn down, despite it coming too soon in his career. “I was thinking about management when I was 31, that was always going to be my next step. I knew there was going to be a process of how I would do it, and I ended up going into League Two and bottom club Macclesfield,” he said. “It was not a job I would have probably envisaged seeing myself having after the career I had. That’s why Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are lucky people, getting propelled into these bigger clubs. “But I was happy to do that, learn from the bottom and work my way up. If I was offered one of those jobs, I couldn’t have said no. “I got the Blackburn job, lasted six months, we weren’t in the bottom three. It was still too soon for me to take the job, but I couldn’t turn it down. My rise in management was so quick from League Two, League One and then straight to the Premier League that it was too early for me. “The game had changed, the players had changed and weren’t the same as in my generation, but I couldn’t turn the job down.” Ince: Frank needs someone to lean on Ince has questioned whether Lampard has the older heads with experience in his coaching set-up to confide in when the going gets tough. “Steven Gerrard has done well as he’s taken Gary McAllister with him, but when things go wrong for Frank, who does he talk to?” he added. “We know Jody Morris is a very good coach, but who is that senior person he can turn to and ask what to do in certain situations? I wouldn’t know what Frank would have said at half-time against Manchester City. What do you say? “There is no getting away from it, if you spend that kind of money on players – whether you’re Lampard or Ancelotti – you’re going to be under pressure. But that is where you need someone who has played and managed among the higher echelons to lean on.” Previous articleHospital employees dies in COVID outbreak tied to costume Next articleCrypto-friendly app cautions users to ‘reassess’ XRP holdings Chelsea beat 10-man Fulham but Frank Lampard is still searching for his style \| Football News Baltimore Ravens 3-17 Buffalo Bills: Taron Johnson’s 101-yard interception keeps Bills dream alive \| NFL News Premier League hits and misses: What’s happened to ‘lethargic’ Leeds? Are Wolves in relegation trouble? \| Football News Contact us for advertising by email: advertise@914local.com Demonstrators call for SoHo hotel employee involved in iPhone dispute to... Chelsea beat 10-man Fulham but Frank Lampard is still searching for... Pornhub is Giving Away Free Ad Space to Small Businesses –... Miya Ponsetto, who confronted Black teen over phone, appears in California... 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__label__cc	0.500446	0.499554	Studies Examine Benefits, Hurdles of ‘Decarbonization’ Strategies Efforts to “decarbonize” America’s transportation system to reduce greenhouse gas or GHG emissions could produce widespread health benefits, according to one report, but simultaneously face major cost and technological hurdles, a separate study noted. [Above photo by the NYS DOT.] First, a report by the Transportation, Equity, Climate and Health or TRECH project headed up by Harvard University analyzed the potential benefits of GHG reduction efforts being considered by the Transportation Climate Initiative – a regional coalition of 12 Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic states, along with the District of Columbia, that is expected to finalize a memorandum of understanding this fall. According to a statement, the TRECH project report said the estimated health benefits from changes in active mobility and on-road emissions under the TCI policy scenarios include up to about 1,000 deaths avoided and nearly 5,000 childhood asthma cases avoided annually, if full implementation of those policies occurs in 2032. Photo by VaDOT Furthermore, the “monetized value” of the subset of total health benefits included in the report are “larger than the estimated annual TCI program proceeds in 2032” under all of the TCI policy scenarios. The TRECH Project added that its analysis “does not include climate-related health benefits and other potential health benefits from improving transportation systems” such as those from reduced traffic congestion and noise pollution as well as improved traffic safety and access to jobs, healthcare, and education. However, a separate study conducted by the Brookings Institution cautioned that there are major “decarbonization challenges” when it comes to transitioning medium- and heavy-duty vehicles away from petroleum-based fuels and propulsion systems, which generate large amounts of carbon emissions. Photo by New Jersey DOT “The degree of difficulty in decarbonizing transport varies across the sector. Electrification is relatively easy for smaller vehicles that travel shorter distances carrying lighter loads,” the organization noted in a statement. “For these vehicles, the added weight of a battery is less of a hindrance and the inherently simpler and more efficient electric motor and drivetrain make up for some of the weight penalty,” the group said. “However, the heavier forms of transportation are among the fastest growing, meaning that we must consider solutions for these more difficult vehicles as well.” The Brookings Institution noted in its report that while “technology exists to decarbonize the heavy transport sector,” many of those advanced technologies “are expensive and not proven at scale.” The report added that the challenge for policymakers will be keeping technology advances and policy in alignment as the technology advances. “The COVID-19 pandemic adds a degree of difficulty, since it is unclear how it may shift demand and consumer preferences in transport,” the group noted. “For example, consumers may remain reluctant to use urban public transport, and shorter supply chains may be attractive to businesses seeking to become more resilient in the face of a global disruption.” FTA Issues Grant Funding and New Mobility Report USDOT Launches Railroad Crossing Safety Campaign FAA Providing $335M in Airport Grants FAA Forms COVID-19 Airport Relief Grant Program FMCSA Wants to Make Crash Preventability Program Permanent	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2709
__label__wiki	0.569769	0.569769	meet sokrates in pilgrim's landing American Architecture: Smithsonian Institution by James Renwick, Jr. National Parks Centennial: Mount McKinley, Alaska, Rural America: Chautauqua Tent and Buggies, Classical Composers and Conductors: Arthur Fiedler, Classic Movie Monsters: Bela Lugosi as Dracula, Classic Movie Monsters: Boris Karloff as Frankenstein’s Monster, Youth Classics: Little House on the Prairie, Centennial Olympic Games: Women’s Gymnastics, Legendary Football Coaches: Vince Lombardi, Arizona: Cactus Wren and Saguaro Cactus Blossom, Massachusetts: Black-Capped Chickadee and Mayflower, Nature of America: Pacific Coast Rain Forest, Black Heritage: Jean Baptiste Pointe Du Sable, Celebrate The Century: The 1960s “I Have a Dream”, Apollo and Soyuz: After Docking and Earth, Progress in Electronics: Transistors and Printed Circuit Board, First Voyage of Christopher Columbus: Crossing the Atlantic ›. The Ainigmata Ostraka can be found in the main temple here after clearing the culists, just below the large indoor statue to Athena along with a loot chest. Only 53 passengers and half the crew survived. In September 1620, a merchant ship called the Mayflower set sail from Plymouth, a port on the southern coast of England. First Voyage of Christopher Columbus: Crossing the Atlantic, Celebrate The Century: The 1980s Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Celebrate The Century: The 1990s Gulf War, World War II: 1945, Victory at Last Marines Raise Flag on Iwo Jima, American Architecture: Fallingwater by Frank Lloyd Wright. https://www.history.com/topics/colonial-america/mayflower. This item can be found just in front of a tent in this area. Of the 102 passengers that set sail from Plymouth, England, all but one survived the 10-week voyage aboard the 100-foot long Mayflower. The colonists were outnumbered two to one by their guests. For one thing, Dutch craft guilds excluded the migrants, so they were relegated to menial, low-paying jobs. First day of issue: November 21, 1970. When Pilgrims and other settlers set out on the ship for America in 1620, they intended to lay anchor in northern Virginia. Today, visitors wishing to see Plymouth Colony as it appeared during the time of the Mayflower can witness reenactments of the first Thanksgiving and more at Plymouth Plantation. Plymouth, the colony established ...read more, In September 1620, during the reign of King James I, a group of around 100 English men and women—many of them members of the English Separatist Church later known to history as the Pilgrims—set sail for the New World aboard the Mayflower. Look for this item on the path around the statue. The riddle points West to the town of Kirrha in Pilgrim's Landing - specifically towards the Leader House on the East side of town. The following tombs are location in the region Phokis. Because of the delay caused by the leaky Speedwell, the Mayflower had to cross the Atlantic at the height of storm season. The Speedwell began to leak almost immediately, however, and the ships headed back to port in Plymouth. Below you will find details on where to locate all of the important locations in this area. "use strict";(function(){var insertion=document.getElementById("citation-access-date");var date=new Date().toLocaleDateString(undefined,{month:"long",day:"numeric",year:"numeric"});insertion.parentElement.replaceChild(document.createTextNode(date),insertion)})(); FACT CHECK: We strive for accuracy and fairness. Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, In-Game Purchases, Ainigmata Ostraka Locations and Riddle Solutions, Cult of Kosmos - Cultist Locations and Spear Upgrades Guide, Things Ghost of Tsushima Doesn't Tell You, Reward: +2% Elemental Resistance Engraving. Look for this item in front of the tents. READ MORE: How the Mayflower Compact Laid a Foundation for American Democracy. Technically, the Mayflower colonists had no right to be there at all. To the north is the final Ancient Tablet location in this region. Have you signed up for our monthly e-newsletter? The Pilgrims didn’t care about their exact landing spot. The Mayflower set sail once again under the direction of Captain Christopher Jones. Bordering on abstraction, this depiction of the landing of the pilgrims juxtaposes almost photographic details with bold forms and stark colors. 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__label__cc	0.637303	0.362697	If Apple Made A Speaker, It Would Be The Aether Cone The best you can buy. Our favorite speaker you can buy? The Aether Cone, a gorgeous, perfectly designed piece of art that also happens to be produce glorious sound. The design team behind the project did an incredible job creating an aesthetic that has an old-timey gramophone look but with a modern execution. Ben Godwin/Airows The problem with most bluetooth speakers is that it needs to be tethered to your phone. So every time you get a notification buzz or phone call, your tunes are rudely interrupted. There's also the fact that it takes at least five minutes to ever get connected to the thing, as pairing is a total pain, and run-of-the-mill bluetooth speakers have batteries that die faster than your GameBoy circa 1994. Enter--the Aether Cone. It ditches bluetooth for WiFi, much like Sonos, but it does so in a sharper, cooler package. Looks wise, it's unmatched, and the packaging and setup process is straight out of Apple's playbook: minimal, crisp, and easy. There's no app or remote needed, everything is done via voice control (expect for the volume buttons) and works well but not perfect--probably on par with Siri. It's a better experience than fiddling with an app every time you want jams to come on the stereo, but no company has completely cracked voice command yet, including the team at Aether. The brain of the device is wildly cool, and will adapt to your listening habits over a few days. So if you turn the thing on in the morning, and normally listen to jazz while you read the paper and drink coffee, it'll blast some jazz. If you like rap music on Saturday nights, it'll figure that out too. With 30 million songs at your fingertips, it's really nice and relaxing having the "choice" done for you. It does this by exclusively connecting to Rdio, the Spotify and Apple Music competitor. Rdio is an outstanding service that's beautifully designed and works lovingly with the Aether Cone--but you don't ever feel it's there as there's no direct interface with the program. It all just sort of works out of the box and doesn't feel any different than listening through another service. If you're a die hard Spotify playlist builder or Apple Music nut, you can still connect to the Aether Cone via bluetooth, but the ideal and recommended experience is via the built in WiFi system and Rdio. It can also connect to Stitcher if you're a podcast kind of guy. Rdio, like Spotify, is totally free, but plays ads. If you want the ad free experience, you will have to cough up a few bucks a month, which is definitely worth it if you listen to music all day. Overall, it's a gorgeous look that adds value to your home, can be taken on the go with ease, and produces solid, quality sound. You can snag one here for $399. We like the white/silver one best, but there's a definite cool factor to the black/bronze color combo too. This Might Be The Best Looking Bluetooth Speaker On The Market Beautiful Handcrafted Notebooks Made From Vintage Paper 8 Things You Need To Be The Most Stylish Guy At The Ski Lodge	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2719
__label__wiki	0.747214	0.747214	AV Monografías 139 Twelve World Museums Digital version AV Monografías · Nº 139 Printed Edition 25.00 € Twelve World Museums The Indifferent Difference Luis Fernández-Galiano In the generic city, the icon building supplies an instant landmark, and the most clear example is the museum. Just like in the traditional city monuments mark and articulate the uniform extension of the built fabric, in the contemporary city this ro Continents and Contents Construction, Art and People Luis Moreno Mansilla, Emilio Tuñón We look back and are perhaps able to untangle the facts and the ideas, to rebuild itineraries, to sense the complexity of things, and certainly, to observe how interests sail in a particular current, in a certain direction. And we see that ideas and Exposed to Show, Recent Museography Adela García-Herrera Three out of four of the most important new museum projects under way in Spain do not have their own collection. In terms of budget, aims and expectations, these projects have an uncontested value for the public administrations that promote them, but Upcoming Projects: The Reluctant Icon David Cohn When bringing together a group of building projects dedicated to a common program, as when bringing together a group of friends, one hopes at least to provoke an interesting conversation, both among the projects themselves and in reference to their m A Journey in Twelve Stages New Acropolis Museum Bernard Tschumi Greece This project was the winning proposal in an international competition held in the year 2001. The new building is located in a strategic area of the city, only 300 hundred meters from the Athens Acropolis, in the historic district of Makryianni. Its l MAXXI, Museum of the Arts of the 21st Century Patrik Schumacher, Zaha Hadid Architects Italy In 1998 the Special Superintendency for Contemporary Art, by appointment of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, convened an international competition for the design of the first National?Arts Center of Italy, devoted to the exhibition and preservation Tadao Ando Italy Surrounded by important historical buildings, among which the nearby Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute, the old customs building was raised in the 17th century by the architect Giuseppe Benoni at the entrance of the Grand Canal of Venice, on a tri Brandhorst Museum Sauerbruch Hutton Germany Located in the Munich district of Maxvorstadt, in the north-western corner of the Museum Quarter – which includes the Alte Pinakothek, the Neue Pinakothek, the Pinakothek der Moderne, and the Staatliche Graphische Sammlung –, the Brandhorst Museum co Swiss Museum of Transport Gigon Guyer Architects Switzerland The current project is based on the 1999 competition for the gradual renovation of a museum complex with its various buildings exhibiting the different means of transport. In the first construction phase, a new entrance building (Futurcom) was also Pompidou Center, Metz Shigeru Ban France In January 2003, the Pompidou Center and the City of Metz announced the decision, in agreement with the French Ministry for the Arts, Culture and Communications, to set up the first decentralized branch of the Centre National d’Art et de Culture Geor Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum, Cascais Aires Mateus Portugal Founded in the 17th century next to the Casa de Santa María, the Santa Marta Lighthouse is part of a monumental complex on the south end of Cascais. The project emerges from the need to preserve the old fortress and the lighthouse through their adapt Knut Hamsun Center Steven Holl Norway Knut Hamsun, Norway’s most inventive 20th-century writer, fabricated new forms of expression in his first novel Hunger. He went on to establish a truly modern school of fiction with works like Pan, Mysteries, and Growth of the Soil. This center dedi Art Institute Modern Wing Renzo Piano United States The new Modern Wing for the Art Institute of Chicago is not only the most ambitious extension undertaken by the institution, but it also turns this museum into the second largest in the United States. Consisting of two pavilions connected by a large Towada Art Center, Aomori SANAA, Office of Ryue Nishizawa Japan Set out by the architect as a reflection on density, the Towada Art Center, located in a small city north of Honshu Island, is constituted by sixteen volumes that create an urban landscape that is independent but in tune with the fragmentation of the History Museum in Ningbo Amateur Architecture Studio China The museum is a bold three-story block located on the northwestern edge of a huge empty plaza in Yinzhou, a blooming district on the outskirts of the southern Chinese city of Ningbo. The building, which takes the nearby mountains as inspiration to tr Un viaje en doce etapas Anchorage Museum, Anchorage David Chipperfield United States Located in the heart of Alaska’s largest city, the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center began as a public-private partnership to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the purchase of Alaska from Russia. The Museum opened its doors in 1968 with an exhibit La diferencia indiferente Continentes y contenidos Containers and Contents Luis M. Mansilla, Emilio Tuñón La construcción, el arte y las personas Adela García-Herrera Exponer y exponerse,?museografías recientes David Cohn Iconos reticentes: los proyectos que vienen Nuevo Museo de la Acrópolis, Atenas (Grecia)? New Acropolis Museum, Athens (Greece) MAXXI, Roma (Italia)? MAXXI, Rome (Italy) Hadid & Schumacher Punta della Dogana, Venecia (Italia)? Punta della Dogana, Venice (Italy) Museo Brandhorst, Múnich (Alemania)? Brandhorst Museum, Munich (Germany) Sauerbruch & Hutton Museo Suizo del Transporte, Lucerna (Suiza)? Swiss Museum of Transport, Lucerne (Switzerland) Gigon & Guyer Centro Pompidou, Metz (Francia)? Pompidou Center, Metz (France) Ban & De Gastines Museo del Faro, Cascais (Portugal)? Lighthouse Museum, Cascais (Portugal) Centro Knut Hamsun, Hamarøy (Noruega)? Knut Hamsun Center, Hamarøy (Norway) Ampliación del Art Institute, Chicago (Estados Unidos)? Art Institute Modern Wing, Chicago (United States) Museo de Anchorage, Alaska (Estados Unidos)? Anchorage Museum, Alaska (United States) Centro de Arte Towada, Aomori (Japón)? Towada Art Center, Aomori (Japan) Museo de Historia, Ningbo (China)? History Museum, Ningbo (China) Amateur Studio In the generic city, the icon building supplies an instant landmark, and the most clear example is the museum. Just like in the traditional city monuments mark and articulate the uniform extension of the built fabric, in the contemporary city this role is taken by emblematic structures which provide identity to homogeneous landscapes, and this function often falls on signature museums. The current crisis has prompted many to herald the decline of architectural icons – just as 11 September cast shadows on the future of skyscrapers –, but the bulimia of images that make increasingly indistinct environments special keeps nurturing the heroic and trivial carousel of exhibition headquarters:?although weakened by the changes in social priorities, the museum ecosystem survives. Clad with the critical credentials of the archive or the atlas – hardly more than a metaphorical gown that tries to cover the aesthetic bareness and the intellectual shallowness of so many projects –, the museum stands alternatively as a venue for the worship of art, promoted to new state religion, or as an amusement park ruled by the constraints of technique and the needs of the market. Hesitant between lithurgy and entertainment, this elaborate stage for the display of new collective stories effortlessly collects the toll of talent, and the most gifted authors of our time compete in giving symbolic qualities to structures which are also signs of civic status, efficient instruments of urban branding and motors of a mass tourism that pursues both cultural legitimacy and the consumption of sensations. Paradoxically, these very distinct works contain similar narratives, and their exhibition devices shape stories that standardize the transmission of values, becoming privileged tools for ideological cohesion in contemporary societies:?they are churches of faithful followers, skeptical clergy and infrequent heretics. Be them cathedrals or parishes, these temples teach the same doctrine, racked with sacrificial respect for canonical objects, respectful submission to priestly narration and self-recognition in the dark mirror of cultural dogma:?these are stories that pretend to describe the world, but that only offer shared fictions. Their generic content is poured into vessels of different shapes, and it is in this picturesque difference where their final indifference resides. I have visited some of the museums published here, and I?hope that life takes me to many of the others;? I have spoken with several of the directors, always admiring their talent or drive; and I know well most of their architects, all of them professionals with great achievements in the abrupt terrain of turning collective dreams into reality, making the painstaking miracle of materializing a project seem easy. Furthermore, I like to spend time in the old and in the new museums, and some of my happiest hours have gone by in them. However, I cannot help but feel that this flourishing of iconic works has reached a final extreme of exhaustion, that their exhibition arguments cause a reiterated fatigue, and that at this moment architecture needs to pay attention to other demands, and to tell other stories.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2724
__label__cc	0.748222	0.251778	Arts For All Network Office Access Conference celebrates community Back to: Blog Bridget Donohue Fri 29 Nov 2013, 02:47 pm Advocacy, more... I was super-excited when Claire Noble from Art Access Aotearoa rang and told me that I was successful in my application for a scholarship to attend the Exult Tonic Conference in Tauranga. The workshops looked like they fitted well with my role at Way Out West, a vocational day service for adults with mild intellectual disability in West Auckland. The conference was held at Tauranga’s Historic Village, and we had two days of brilliant weather and inspirational company. Facilitated by Kerri Tilby-Price and her fantastic team, the conference vibe was friendly and optimistic. The theme “Celebrating Community” encouraged us to focus on what we do well, and how we can use those things to make a bigger impact on the lives of the people we support. With most organisations having limited budgets, there were many clever ideas based on the little things we can do that can make a huge difference. Belgium-based Cyriel Kortleven’s talk entitled “Break, Burn or Ban the Box” encouraged us to think outside the square, to think creatively, to say “Yes and” as opposed to “Yes but”. It’s so easy to be overwhelmed by the “what if’s” and day-to-day difficulties in this sector. By changing our mindset as a collective, the workplace becomes a more positive and dynamic place to be. Building community connections, support and awareness Marketing community-based organisations is paramount to building community connections, support and awareness. A popular way is through developing a profile on Facebook. Winita Fourie took us step by step through the dos and don’ts, the tricks and the legalities. By posting our successes, milestones, and upcoming events, we can keep our community informed and involved. Facebook’s a great way to get feedback and create interest in what our organisations are doing. Armed with her information, I hope to build a super-effective Facebook page for Way Out West. It’s easy to lose your passion and motivation so I was excited by Jennifer Myers’ session on managing your workload, and by Robyn Coulter and Ros Lee’s workshop entitled “Pressure, Passion and Productivity”. Robyn and Ros raised optimism levels by giving great insight into positive psychology and showing how we can benefit from simple techniques such as focusing on our successes. I will share the job satisfaction survey with my colleagues knowing that the feedback will be beneficial. I think everyone in Grant Sowter’s presentation wanted him to be on their board. He gave us a great deal of food for thought by raising points about what we should look for in our board members; what makes good trustees, and the role of a trust chair. Thursday’s workshop by Jo Miller, “Telling Stories with Photography”, gave participants a sound guide to photography skills that we could use to take effective photos. What better place to practise our photography than at the Historic Village? New Zealand’s first female firefighter, Annie Barry, was truly inspirational. Her amusing life tales were a great way to end an awesome conference. The message of this final address was “Anything is possible”. I left feeling positive and optimistic. The fantastic scholarship from Art Access Aotearoa and Exult gave me the opportunity to meet some great people with so much to offer. I hope to keep these connections and collaborate on projects in the future. Bridget Donohue is Community Support Facilitator at Way Out West in West Auckland. From the beginning of 2014, this creative space will be renamed 249 and will be situated at 249 Edmonton Rd, Te Atatu South, West Auckland. Arts Access Advocates © Arts Access Aotearoa. All Rights Reserved + Text Size - Original generation time 2.7050 seconds. Cache Loaded in: 0.0348 seconds.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2727
__label__cc	0.57118	0.42882	PlayStation Vita System Update 3.72 An update to the system software for PlayStation Vita systems and PlayStation TV systems was released on August 27th, 2019. You can use this to update your system software to version 3.72. Always update your system to the latest version of the system software. By updating, you can enjoy additional features, improved usability, and enhanced security. The PlayStation TV system is sold as PlayStation Vita TV system in some countries and regions. Systems with either name are referred to as “PlayStation TV” or “PS TV“ on this page. Main features in system software update version 3.72 This system software update improves system performance. See how to update. DOWNLOAD UPDATE FILE Official Social Channels	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2728
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__label__cc	0.648531	0.351469	Interdependence of Form and Function in Cognitive Systems Explains Perception of Printed Words Guy C. Van Orden, Stephen Goldinger CLAS-NS: Psychology Perception is described within a complex systems framework that includes several constructs: resonance, attractors, subsymbols, and design principles. This framework was anticipated in J. J. Gibson's ecological approach (M. T. Turvey & C. Carello, 1981), but it is extended to cognitive phenomena by assuming experimential realism instead of ecological realism. The framework is applied in this article to explain phonologic mediation in reading and a complex array of published naming and lexical decision data. The full account requires only two design principles: covariant learning and self-consistency. Nonetheless, it organizes and explains a vast empirical literature on printed word perception. Journal of Experimental Psychology: Human Perception and Performance https://doi.org/10.1037/0096-1523.20.6.1269 10.1037/0096-1523.20.6.1269 Fingerprint Dive into the research topics of 'Interdependence of Form and Function in Cognitive Systems Explains Perception of Printed Words'. Together they form a unique fingerprint. Interdependence Arts & Humanities Realism Arts & Humanities Cognition Medicine & Life Sciences Word Perception Arts & Humanities Lexical Decision Arts & Humanities Complex Systems Arts & Humanities Van Orden, G. C., & Goldinger, S. (1994). Interdependence of Form and Function in Cognitive Systems Explains Perception of Printed Words. Journal of Experimental Psychology: Human Perception and Performance, 20(6), 1269-1291. https://doi.org/10.1037/0096-1523.20.6.1269 Interdependence of Form and Function in Cognitive Systems Explains Perception of Printed Words. / Van Orden, Guy C.; Goldinger, Stephen. In: Journal of Experimental Psychology: Human Perception and Performance, Vol. 20, No. 6, 12.1994, p. 1269-1291. Van Orden, GC & Goldinger, S 1994, 'Interdependence of Form and Function in Cognitive Systems Explains Perception of Printed Words', Journal of Experimental Psychology: Human Perception and Performance, vol. 20, no. 6, pp. 1269-1291. https://doi.org/10.1037/0096-1523.20.6.1269 Van Orden GC, Goldinger S. Interdependence of Form and Function in Cognitive Systems Explains Perception of Printed Words. Journal of Experimental Psychology: Human Perception and Performance. 1994 Dec;20(6):1269-1291. https://doi.org/10.1037/0096-1523.20.6.1269 Van Orden, Guy C. ; Goldinger, Stephen. / Interdependence of Form and Function in Cognitive Systems Explains Perception of Printed Words. 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__label__wiki	0.525117	0.525117	Plus Report - By Thomas Baekdal - February 2013 Someone Has To Pay, Right? The Business Models after Print One of the biggest problems for publishers is the culture of free, and how that completely distorts all forms of common sense. Many people are totally convinced that the true path to success is just to 'find another way to make money'. The pure and simple fact is that it's all very straightforward. A successful business model only has to include one element, which is: "Someone has to pay." And the amount that this 'someone' pays must be equal to or above your costs. It's really that simple. Free means, nobody pays. So free is never a goal, nor a viable business model. Someone has to pay! But somehow, many still argue that the solution is just to find another way to get people to pay. Suggestions range from opening up a web shop, to hosting events, and creating a consulting division next to the newspaper or magazine (for instance, when an interior design magazine also starts up a business doing interior design consultancy). But let's put that into perspective. So in this report we are going to explore all these different suggestions of how to make money with free content. We are going to look at why they don't work, and what you need to do instead. Why do Norwegian newspapers perform so much better than the industry average? In Norway, 42% of the public pays for online news, while the industry standard is just 10%. Let's look at why this is. What will happen to publishers after COVID-19? Publishers are obviously worried about how COVID-19 will impact them, but what is the long-term outlook? Why is it important that we do not give news away for free during a crisis? Many newspapers have opened up their paywalls because of the pandemic. But this is a bad idea. Premium Podcast Monetization Strategies Explained The market for podcasts is growing, but we still haven't found a good way to do premium podcasts The difference between advertising and charity ... and supporting the news taxing advertising will not give publishers more money. A look at The Correspondent's Crowdfunding Campaign A deep dive into the data behind The Correspondent's crowdfunding campaign. The Path to Lifetime Value for Publishers Getting people to pay for content has very little to do with the price and much more about how you get to the point. Publishers, Ecommerce and Affiliate Revenue: the Guide Publishers are focusing more and more on ecommerce and affiliated revenue. But what are the key things to consider first? Metered, Hybrid, Closed, Donated? What Paywall Works the Best? Let's take a deep dive into the complex world of paywalls. A Guide to Pricing Strategies for a Sport Site Most subscriptions for sports sites are monthly, but there are far better pricing models available. — monetization — monetization: Read the room. Why publishers' call to advertisers is misguided	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2737
__label__wiki	0.864931	0.864931	You are here: Home › rookie Tag Archives \| rookie Miles Wolff’s Sale of Burlington Baseball Inc. Marks End of Era By Zach Spedden on March 5, 2020 in Minor-League Baseball, News Long-time owner Miles Wolff‘s sale of Burlington Baseball Inc. is prompting a flood of appreciation for his contributions to Minor League Baseball, both in Burlington and beyond. (more…) Personnel News: Gary, Idaho Falls By Ballpark Digest Editors on March 3, 2020 in At the Ballpark, The Front Office We have personnel news to report from the Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association) and the Idaho Falls Chukars (Rookie; Pioneer League). (more…) Pulaski Yankees Announce 2020 Calfee Park Upgrades By Ballpark Digest Editors on February 13, 2020 in Minor-League Baseball, News The Pulaski Yankees (Rookie; Appalachian League) have announced upgrades to Motor Mile Field at Calfee Park for 2020, including the addition of over 800 seats. (more…) Kat Deal Named New Greeneville Reds General Manager By Ballpark Digest Editors on February 10, 2020 in Minor-League Baseball, The Front Office Boyd Sports, LLC has announced the appointment of a new General Manager for the Greeneville Reds (Rookie; Appalachian League), as Kat Deal is named to the position. (more…) Personnel News: Danville, Gary By Ballpark Digest Editors on January 13, 2020 in At the Ballpark, The Front Office We have personnel news to report from the Danville Braves (Rookie; Appalachian League) and the Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association). (more…) Personnel News: Clinton, Missoula We have personnel news to report from the Clinton LumberKings (Low A; Midwest League) and the Missoula PaddleHeads (Rookie; Pioneer League). (more…) David Cross Promoted to Rome Braves GM By Ballpark Digest Editors on December 9, 2019 in Minor-League Baseball, The Front Office The Atlanta Braves have promoted David Cross, who will become general manager of the Rome Braves (Low A; Sally League) after years as general manager of the Danville Braves (Rookie; Appalachian League). Cross begin his new position with Rome in January. (more…) New Danville Braves Logos Unveiled By Ballpark Digest Editors on November 22, 2019 in Minor-League Baseball, News The Danville Braves (Rookie; Appalachian League) have unveiled new logos ahead of the 2020 season, including a new primary emblem and cap logos. (more…) 13 Inducted to Appalachian League Hall of Fame By Ballpark Digest Editors on November 13, 2019 in Minor-League Baseball, The Front Office The Rookie-level Appalachian League has inducted 13 new members into its Hall of Fame, with League President Emeritus Lee Landers among the inductees. (more…) Rocky Mountain Vibes to Host 2020 PBL/NWL All-Star Game By Ballpark Digest Editors on November 5, 2019 in Minor-League Baseball, News The Rocky Mountain Vibes will host the 2020 Pioneer League vs. Northwest League All-Star Game, scheduled for the team’s UCHealth Park on Tuesday, August 4. (more…) Best Ballpark Improvement (Under $1M): Calfee Park Party Deck By Zach Spedden on October 30, 2019 in Awards, Minor-League Baseball The Pulaski Yankees (Rookie; Appalachian League) furthered their efforts to upgrade Motor Mile Field at Calfee Park this season with the addition of a new party deck, creating a popular destination and earning the Best Ballpark Improvement Under $1M Award citation in the annual Ballpark Digest awards. (more…) Pulaski Yankees Cited with John H. Johnson President’s Award By Ballpark Digest Editors on October 23, 2019 in Minor-League Baseball, The Front Office The Pulaski Yankees (Rookie; Appalachian League) have received a high-profile honor from Minor League Baseball, winning the 46th annual John H. Johnson President’s Award. The team will receive MiLB’s top honor at the Baseball Winter Meetings Banquet on Sunday, Dec. 8, at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront. (more…) 2019 Appalachian League Executive Awards Unveiled By Ballpark Digest Editors on September 10, 2019 in Minor-League Baseball, News The Rookie-level Appalachian League has unveiled its 2019 Executive Awards, as voted on by the league’s front office executives. Five of the six awards include a nomination for Minor League Baseball national awards to be presented at the 2019 Baseball Winter Meetings in San Diego. (more…)	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2739
__label__cc	0.692546	0.307454	If you'd like to try an alternative to classic porcelain, then Tonda is the perfect complement to your home. [contact-form-7 id="2226" html_class="cf7_custom_style_1"] Francois Emile Decorchemont Pate De Verre Mask of Pan A rare and large pate de verre molded sculpture of the mythological God Pan. Category: Art Glass A rare and large pate de verre molded sculpture of the mythological God Pan. Very thick and heavy; this glass piece is primarily bluish green with yellow, reds and orange. The likeness is uncanny with perfectly modeled facial features and traces of his goat horns. This piece was said to exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum in 1971 but there is no documentation. The mask is stamped Decorchemont on his right cheek. For serious collectors of Art Deco – Art Nouveau rare and beautiful glass, circa 1915. Measures: Height: 7.75 inches (19.75 cm) Width: 5 inches (12.8 cm) François-Emile Décorchemont French, 1880-1997 François Décorchemont, originally an accomplished painter and potter of recognized ability, turned to the making of glass in 1904. Pâté de verre was the medium in which he excelled and for which he is best known. After studying decorative art in Paris, François Décorchemont returned to his native Conches in 1910 to develop new techniques in stained glass, particularly in the use of crystal to give multicolored and faceted panes. After 1909, while continuing to produce fine glass paste pieces, Francois Decorchemont began to experiment with a new casting technique. François Decorchemont, Emile’s son and also an artist, helped out in his father’s studio, in particular helping him to research the possibilities of creating jeweled adornments in pates d’email (enamel pastes) for Gerome’s polychrome sculptural creations. Francois Décorchemont, a potter and painter at the outset of his career, became fascinated with the IDEA of developing and utilizing a thin translucent glass material in his work. It was in essence the revival and an adaptation of a long forgotten Egyptian glass-making process using colored crystal powdered glass, metallic oxides and an adhesive paste. This “new” material, known as pâte de verre was developed around the turn of the century, principally at the Sevres porcelain factory, by a number of artists working there, notably Henri Cros and Albert Dammouse. The end of the 19th century was an illuminated period in the history of art. Impressionist painting appeared and created an interest in glass as material. Traditional sculpting materials such as bronze and marble made way for glass with its possibilities of light and color. Henry Cros and François Décorchemont became the leaders of French pâte de verre and facilitated the proliferation of this colorful glass. His first major work, in 1934, was inn the Eglise Sainte-Odile near Porte Champerret in Paris, some 300 square meters of brilliant colors. After the war, he devoted his work to churches in the Eure, including of course Beuzeville where, thanks to the generosity of the local council, the church is lit at night so that his work can be admired from outside. During the first half of the 20th century a number of French artists became famous for their work in pâte de verre, and Francois Decorchemont among them. March 2014, 20th Century’s Greatest Art Dealer Felix Marcilhac’s Collection Privee at Sotheby’s – Chang Yi Entrusts Antoine Leperlier in the Bidding of a Francois Decorchemon’s Original. It has been reported that Felix Marcilhac’s Collection Privee auction at Sotheby’s brought in 33,125 Euros (28,000 RMB), three times the estimated price. Marcilhac is considered the greatest Art Deco dealer of the 20th century with clients including Karl Lagerfeld, Yves Saint Laurent, Pierre Berge, Andy Warhol and Alain Delon. His collection contained undisputed masterpieces. Henri Cros Pate De Verre Rampant Lion Large Plaque, circa 1910 Daum Nancy Applied Handle Vase Early Daum Nancy Opalescent Carved Cameo Round Vase Amalric Walter Pate De Verre Buddha Avantiques Treasures of the World Email: anthony.deprez@sbcglobal.net Buddha Sculptures Stay up to date on our newest acquisitions. © 2019 AVANTIQUES. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Join our exclusive list for our latest acquisitions, curated collections, blog posts & more. We welcome any reasonable offer; offers accepted are typically between 10-20% of the list price. Please ensure that you correctly provide your preferred email address. We will respond within 2 business days. You are welcome to contact us by phone for an immediate response. AVANTIQUES +1 214-727-8299 Product Title * Your Offer *	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2743
__label__wiki	0.553102	0.553102	Backstage Baltimore Backstage Banter Episode 1: Godspell at Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre Episode 10: The Roommate at Everyman Theatre Episode 11: The Divine Sister at Fells Point Corner Theatre Episode 2: Tick, Tick… Boom! at Spotlighters Theatre Episode 3: Monty Python's Spamalot at Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre Episode 4: The Gazebo at Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre Episode 5: HOAX by the encounter at 14 Karat Cabaret Episode 6: Heathers the Musical at Red Branch Theatre Company Episode 7: The Elephant Man at Fells Point Corner Theatre with The Collaborative Theatre Company Episode 8: Wait Until Dark at Everyman Theatre Episode 9: Evil Dead the Musical at Red Branch Theatre Company Backstage Bits BACKSTAGE BITS Episode 1: EVIL DEAD THE MUSICAL at Red Branch Theatre Company BACKSTAGE BITS, Episode 2: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Heritage Players Opposites Attract at The Mineola Twins at Fells Point Corner Theatre Posted on March 13, 2020 by Jason By Jason Crawford Samios-Uy Approx. Running Time: 90-minutes with no intermission Women have been fighting a fight for true independence for generations and in Fells Point Corner Theatre’s latest offering, The Mineola Twins by Paula Vogel, Directed by Lindsey R. Barr, gives us a glimpse into how two mostly identical twins, handled this fight from Eisenhower Administration all the way through Regan and Bush Administrations. Of course, as many twins go, they may be mostly identical on the outside, but couldn’t be more different on the inside. Ally Ibach. Photo: Shealyn Jae Photography Cassandra (Casey) Dutt’s Scenic Design works well with this piece and the use of levels and set pieces on a unit set keep things simple. Though the scene changes were clunky at times because of so many loose parts, the overall design is intelligent with a certain flow that helps move the action along rather than impede it. Along with a splendid Scenic Design, Lighting Design by Michael Logue and Sound Design by Heiko Spieker work in tandem with each other and with Dutt’s design to carry us through the decades and locations seamlessly. Both Logue and Spieker give us engaging, subtle designs that blend well into the action and transport the audience into each scene. Kudos to Dutt, Logue, and Spieker for their wonderful technical efforts for this production. Costume Design by Taylor Keating is on point. Taking the characters through this long period between the 50s and the 80s, Keating nails the time period for each scene sometimes subtly and sometimes over the top (in a good way), and every bit of it works for this story and production. Keating should be commended for her thoughtful and detailed design. Corey Hennessey and Ally Ibach. Photo: Shealyn Jae Photography Lindsey E. Barr takes the reigns of this production and through her guidance and Direction, it’s clear she has a tight grasp on this material and presents it in humorous, but poignant way that is engaging and entertaining. You will be rooting for one of these characters, if not all, before the evening is through. The material can get a little pretentious and surreal, at points, but Barr presents it in an easy to follow fashion that stays true to the story but reflects her own vision. My hat’s off to Barr for a job quite well done. Moving on to the performance aspect of this production, it’s safe to say this entire ensemble, though small in number, is big in heart and effort. All are giving their all to tell this twisted, funny story and all are to be applauded for their efforts. Taking on more supporting roles is Rory Kennison and Kyla Tocopina as Psychiatric Aides/FBI Agents. These mostly silent characters create tension and conflict for the other characters and both Kennison and Tocopina are well versed in their roles, giving 100% effort. Both double as stage hands, helping move the set pieces on and off and in that, too, they do a bang up job. Ally Ibach and Andy Belt. Photo: Shealyn Jae Photography Andy Belt takes on the duel role of Jim/Sarah and Corey Hennessey doubles as Kenny/Ben. Belt is well cast and takes these roles and makes them his own. He sees the tongue and cheek in Sarah and doesn’t try to play it over the top, which I very much appreciate when it comes to roles like this. As Jim, the older wandering fiancé, he’s level-headed but nervous and he portrays both beautifully. As Sarah, the same-sex partner of Myra, he’s a gem in a purposely horrible wig. Overall, he plays the contrast of comedy and drama wonderfully with a good grasp on both. Hennessey plays the younger male characters of Kenny, Myrna’s son, and Ben, Myra’s son, and both seem to have been born to the wrong mother and though Hennessey seems to have a good comprehension of this, there doesn’t seem to be much difference between both characters. His portrayal is authentic, just not very diverse with these two. That’s not to say he doesn’t do a terrific job with a great stage presence and confidence that is required. Ally Ibach as Myrna/Myra, The Mineola Twins themselves, is the definite standout in this production. Not only does she take on two very different characters who look alike and are actually very similar, once she hits the stage, she keeps going until the end. She has a very tight grasp on this material, her characters, and the dialogue, which she delivers naturally and with ease. The contrast between the two twins is clear and consistent and her confidence a gives her a strong stage presence making for a stellar performance, overall. She’s certainly one to watch in this production. Final thought… The Mineola Twins is a quirky, entertaining look at how one particular set of twins, who happen to be opposites in personalities, have navigated through life and decades of female independence. From teens to middle-aged, we see how two people who share genes and a face can grow to think so differently but always have a certain connection. It’s a well put together production, the performances are top-notch, and it’s a fitting addition to Fells Point Corner Theatre’s current season. Get your tickets now, if you haven’t already. This is what I thought of this production of The Mineola Twins at Fells Point Corner Theatre.… what do you think? The Mineola Twins will play through March 15 at Fells Point Corner Theatre, 251 S Ann Street, Baltimore, MD 21231. For tickets, call 410-276-7837 or purchase them online. Email us at backstagebaltimore@gmail.com Like Backstage Baltimore on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram! 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And statistics show that in 23% (close to one in four of the world’s drivers) these vision problems are uncorrected. Read: Eye Care Clinic Bondi Sydney Behavioural Optometrist Myopia Control Prevention Signs of Trouble An Optometry Australia survey found that just under 20 percent of drivers in the 35 to 54 age group find it difficult to see signposts when driving. 15% of them said they squinted during the day in order to address this, and more than 20% said they found themselves squinting at night. Other factors listed by drivers included eye fatigue and dry eyes after long periods spent in front of the computer screen at work, and the glare caused by the setting sun as they drove home, specially when they were driving directly towards it. After sunset problems were identified as eye irritation caused by direct exposure to the bright lights of oncoming cars, as well as reflections on wet roads and signposts, and the changing colours of traffic lights. Eye Test Doesn’t Cover Everything According to Rodney, founder of Smart Vision Optometry in Australia and fellow of the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control (FIAOMC), these responses indicate that relying on the eye test taken to get a driver’s license as an indication that all is well with a driver’s vision, could be a mistake. These tests in most countries, including Australia, rely on eye acuity, or how well the would-be driver’s eyes can see an object at a certain distance. This is determined by their ability to read the letters on the standard Snellen chart. Rodney says this leaves out a big, and vital section of vision needed for driving safely. The gap lies in that it doesn’t test the driver’s ability to understand what is being seen, or react to it appropriately and quickly, particularly when they see something unexpected, such as a child suddenly crossing the road, or a car stopping just ahead of them for no apparent reason. Read: Optometrist Bondi Clinic Presbyopia Myopia Shortsightedness Treatment Prevention Acuity vs Vision He says the ability to respond quickly is vital to safe driving, and this is not affected by eyesight, or determined by how far someone can see. It’s the relevant, usable, and applicable information that’s provided by perceptual vision following teamwork between eye and brain in processing the information gathered by sight. This makes it important, Rodney says, that when testing sight for driver’s licenses, vision tests should also be included that determine other factors besides those indicated by the standard acuity test. 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__label__wiki	0.636334	0.636334	beats the office Travel – Adventure – Food Across the Altiplano to Chile Downtown and Almost Out in LA In Paris with Hemingway In Saigon with Graham Greene In San Francisco with Kerouac Journey through Zimbabwe* Mountain-biking the World’s Most Dangerous Road Adrenalin and adventure checklist Driving Ambitions How to get around in … South Korea in Two Weeks Quick Travel Tips Government country advice Information, advice and bookings Riding with the Gauchos November 16, 2020 / Richard Senior / Leave a comment The gauchos were hard, taciturn men. Their English was limited. My Spanish was worse. “Signor,” one growled and handed me the reigns of a horse he had led from of the paddock. I grew up around horses and rode them for a term at university. Yet I have never been remotely confident with them. They always seem to be in charge. There had been helmets whenever I had ridden them before. In Patagonia, a beret is thought protection enough. My beanie hat would have to do. We had mounting blocks back then, as well. Here in Argentina, you either swung up in one fluid movement as the gauchos did, or you floundered about like an upside down beetle until you were shoved into the saddle, like me. We clip-clopped out of the estancia, escorted by a fleet of dogs. The hooves kicked up the dust. – acortar, said one of the gauchos riding alongside and holding up his reigns. –¿Que? -acortar -Perdón, no entiendo “Espeak Inglis?” “Shorten” he said and gestured on his own reigns. But however much I shortened the reigns, it never seemed short enough. “Shorten,” the gaucho called out repeatedly. It did not matter much, though, because the horse took no notice of me, anyway. It knew the way and followed the others. It carried on walking when I asked it to trot but, later, broke into a trot on its own initiative. The only other guests were a couple from Venezuela, but they were more competent with horses, and spoke proper Spanish, and had signed up for a longer ride. They cantered off towards Lago Argentino with some of the gauchos. The rest of us passed along dusty tracks into the hills. The landscape was starkly beautiful with stubbly grass and clumps of bush interspersed with rocks. The sun-bleached greens and windswept greys contrasted with the emerald green of Lago Argentino and the snow-dusted mountains beyond it and the deep blue of the sky swirling with clouds which threatened but never brought rain. On the way back, within sight of the estancia, the horse decided that it had done enough for the day and declined to go any further. It knew full well that I had no authority to make it. “Come on!” I said in frustration, as if to a car which refused to start, and with just as much effect. Then ¡vamos! as if it might be a language problem. In the end, one of the gauchos had to ride back and coax the horse in. It listened to him. Back at the estancia, I was handed a gourd of maté and a silver straw. Yerba-maté is a plant of the holly family native to the Southern Cone countries. Its leaves have been dried, infused in hot water and drunk since pre-Colombian times. The maté gourd is as ubiquitous in modern Argentina as Styrofoam coffee cups in London at rush hour. They are cradled by passengers on buses, drivers of cars, people riding pillion on motorbikes and passed between friends in the park. It is said to be an acquired taste, which means that it is foul to the uninitiated. I drank some out of politeness, passed back the gourd and said muchas gracias and adiós. © Richard Senior 2020 Ranch Gangneung at a Gallop November 9, 2020 / Richard Senior / Leave a comment The route from the station to the guest house looked straightforward enough. Cross the roundabout, down the main road. Last side-street on the left before the bridge, then take the first right. The 202 and 303 buses ran between the Intercity Bus Terminal and the railway station. Just make sure to check that the destination board read 시내 (downtown) and not 경포 (Gyeongpo). A 202 appeared at the top of the hill and pulled into the stop, then a 303, then a few more of each. None was heading 시내. The passengers from the Intercity bus from Gyeongju thinned out until I was the only one left. Other Intercity buses came in and disgorged their passengers and they, in turn, bundled into buses and taxis, got picked up by friends or set off on foot down the road. Ojukheon The train station would have been a perfectly sensible point of reference had it not been torn down to make way for a new line since my guidebook had been published. I would find that out later, though. The tourist information centre gave me a route map and circled the stop nearest the guest house. It was on a street without obvious landmarks but I got there by counting off the stops on the map. I should have taken another bus to Ojukheon House after I had dropped off my stuff but set off walking instead and was committed by the time I realised how far it was. It was a boring route with nothing to see except concrete and road signs and petrol stations. Ojukheon was the home of the sixteenth century artist, Shin Saimdang, and her son, the Confucian scholar, Yi I. Neither is exactly a household name in the West but they are celebrated enough locally to appear, respectively, on the 50,000 and 5,000 Won notes. The walls are surrounded by coiffured bushes and bursts of azaleas in purple, pink and red. Two flights of steps lead through a gateway into the complex of wood-framed houses topped with swooping tiled roofs. Further up the road, and further than I thought, is Seongyojang House which is an eighteenth century complex of hanok* houses set into woodland studded with pine trees and overlooking a lotus pond. Seongyojang After trooping round the houses and up through the trails in the woodland and looking back down on the complex, I did not much relish the long walk back to the guest house, so carried on up the road to the beach. It was, yet again, a much longer walk than expected but I eventually came to a stop for the 202 bus. First thing next morning, I walked to the building site where the station used to be and took a rail replacement bus to Gangdong-Myeong, where the military stands ready for when the shooting starts again. So far as the rest of the world is concerned, the Korean War ended half a century ago: a little-read chapter of a Cold War which itself is fading in the popular memory. But there was only ever a ceasefire agreement, never a peace treaty. The international forces fighting on either side went home, but the hostility between the two Koreas remained as hostilities went into uneasy stasis. Jeongdongjin Beach (via Shutterstock) The road to the beach is an agglomeration of tank traps, razor wire, sentry posts and heavily-armed patrols. At the optimistically-named Unification Park, there is an old US warship and a North Korean spy submarine which snarled up on rocks nearby in the Nineties and triggered an urgent manhunt. One of the crew remains unaccounted for. But the bellicose air evaporates at Jeongdongjin Beach at the bottom of the hill. Turquoise waves froth onto a pleasant stretch of sand. There are seafood stalls, a scenic train and a whimsical hotel in the shape of a cruise ship at the top of a hill. Back in central Gangneung in the afternoon, I walked the five-mile trail around Gyeongpo Lake which meanders through grasslands, between pine trees, along boardwalks, past flowerbeds sculptures and statuettes, and from there up to the beach where I lazed until the light started to fade. Gyeongpo I stopped to eat at one of the seafood restaurants which line the road along the beach and then took the bus back to the guest house. Maybe it is was the Kloud beer which I washed the fish down with, but the journey seemed oddly exhilarating as the driver flung the bus round the corners and a warm breeze wafted the through the windows and the neon of the night shimmered from the facades of the buildings. I had allowed two weeks to make my way up South Korea from Busan to Seoul but that was tight and I was pushed for time at each stop on the way. I had to press on the next morning to Sockho. * traditional wooden houses Mosaics and Mausoleums in Morocco November 2, 2020 / Richard Senior / 2 Comments It was early in the morning and we headed north to the mountains against the traffic. Grands taxis careered in the other direction, towards Meknés, so crammed with passengers that they bottomed out over bumps. A man led a donkey along the side of the road. Others walked alone, dressed for work, miles from the nearest settlement. We swung round a corner and passed a flattened jeep with its wheels in the air and shattered glass all around it. “Oo-la-la,” said the driver, but kept up the speed. At the height of the Roman Empire, its southern border ran right across the top of North Africa from the Red Sea to the Atlantic. The province of Mauretania Tingitana in what is now Morocco stretched from Tingis (Tangier) in the north to Volubilis in the south, 20 miles or so from Meknés. It was here that Juba II, a Romanized Berber installed on the throne by Caeser Augustus, commissioned the building of a royal city in 25 BCE. It was already hot in the early morning. The sun dazzled and the sky was deep blue and cloud-free. I had the site to myself at that hour and wandered along the dusty lanes, poked about the ruins and scrambled over rocks and looked across the valley to the mountains. Volubilis had been abandoned by the fourteenth century. It was ravaged by an earthquake, plundered for stone for building and all but forgotten until the French Colonial period. Excavations began before the First World War and continued after independence. About half of the 40 acre site has been dug out. Intact mosaic floors have been unearthed in the ruins of villas, the remains of the underfloor heating exposed. A triumphal arch and part of the basilica have been pieced back together. Storks nest at the top of the reassembled columns. There are steps and plinths with Latin inscriptions and what is left of the public baths. Nestled in the mountains over the valley a few miles to the west is the town of Moulay Idriss. It is named for the founder of Morocco’s first dynasty and contains his mausoleum. It is a place of pilgrimage for Moroccans. I declined the services of the guides who approached and tried to make my own way through the warren of lanes which thread up to the terraces at the top of the town. But I was surrounded and hassled and, in the end, it was easier to go with a guide: not so much so he could show me round but to keep the rest of the people out of my face. We threaded between the claustrophobic walls, up flights of steps, round dogleg corners, past scabrous doors and flaking paint and sagging telephone wires and emerged on a terrace which looked down across the green roofs of the mausoleum and the scrum of houses which surround it and extend to the edge and tumble down the side of the hill. I paid the guide his best and final price and he talked the driver into giving him baksheesh, as well. Then it was back to Meknés and a train the next morning to Rabat. Chasing the Sun Through Namibia July 6, 2020 / Richard Senior / Leave a comment South from Swakopmund to Walvis Bay, then inland. Cutting through and skirting around the Namib-Naukluft National Park and setting down for the night in Sesriem. Up again in the early hours. You would resign if your boss made you set off so early and so often for work as needs must when travelling in Africa. Yet you accept it, if not gladly then with only muted grumbling. Most days. Getting up in what ought to be the middle of the night, dismantling and packing the tent in the dark, shaving in cold water sinks under the supervision of an oversized spider. They are, as Hemingway put it in The Green Hills of Africa, “the discomforts that you paid to make it real”. A peachy glow at the horizon, a penumbra of blue hint at sunrise as you head out towards the dune, 45 kilometres from Sesriem Gate. It is a Thing To Do in Namibia. You have seen the pictures in the agents’ windows. The sky a cobalt blue which seems to have been created in Photoshop but is just how it is there, on a clear day. Dune 45 bifurcated by its crest. One side, in the sun, a searing orange: the other, in the shade, oil black. There is usually a Land Cruiser in the shot, at the base of dune, to show scale. There are always Land Cruisers in the early morning, as every traveller who passes through stops off at the dune to climb the ridge and sit at the top and watch the sun come up. It is 170 metres to the top, or 560 feet. Some of the travellers in front find it hard going, or their hearts are not really in it. They slow the line right down. It is a frustrating stop-start procession to the top. There is an odd light this morning. The sky is a lavender colour and the sporadic trees have a painterly quality. You can tell that the sunrise will not be spectacular, but it is only polite to stay and watch it. There is a hold up again as people begin to pick their way to ground level, so you skip the queue and run straight down the side of the dune. From there onto Deadvlei. A drive and a walk across the sand. Around the time of the first Millennium of the Common Era, floodwaters from the Tsauchab River carved out a hollow which became a marsh, where camel thorn trees took root. Two centuries later, the droughts came and the marsh dried up and dunes rose around the clay pit blocking the path of the water for evermore. The trees died and the sun scorched their skeletons and so thoroughly drained them of moisture they cannot decompose. It is a starkly beautiful landscape, surreal as a Dali painting. You walk across the creamy clay, baked and tessellated by the sun. It contrasts with the rusty orange of the dunes around it. Dotted about are the remains of the trees which died in what we call the Middle Ages. You wander among them, give one an exploratory tap. Later you head back to Sesriem, then push on south to Fish River Canyon. It is the next biggest in the world after the Grand Canyon. Less than a third as deep and half as long as long, but it has been around for 500 million years longer and, to put that into some kind of perspective it is about 250 million years since the first dinosaur, about 60 since the last. You wander round the lip, gaze over the folds and contours of the rock and try to process the unfathomable scale. You stand at the edge and look down and, as often, someone takes it as a challenge. They balance on their hands and dangle their legs over the chasm. But you were not competing and take no notice. The late sun is casting deep shadows by the time you leave. There are tiny flickers of flame from campfires deep in the canyon. In the morning, you will travel on to Orange River and the next day cross into South Africa. On a Slow Boat in China March 9, 2020 / Richard Senior / Leave a comment I embarked at Guilin on the boat for Yangshou and went up on deck and leant on the rail at the front in the sun. It was a slow boat and chugged sedately down the Li River, winding its way, in convoy with other boats, between the ranks of misty karsts. They stretched into the distance and faded into silhouette in shades of blue and grey and smudged with the sky at the horizon. Every karst with an arresting shape has a legend attached to it and a picturesque name. There is Elephant Trunk Hill and Pagoda Hill and Ox Gorge, where a peak is reckoned to be in the shape of an ox and other features to resemble lions, tigers, bats and dragons. The word resemble does a lot of heavy lifting along the Li River. Yearning for Husband’s Return Hill, which is not such a mouthful in Chinese, has a rock which is said to resemble a man in ancient costume and another supposedly resembling a woman with a baby on her back who is gazing in his direction. A rock which is claimed to resemble a container of rice is also part of the legend. TL;DR: the couple only had rice to eat, gave it to an old lady, starved and turned to stone. Buffalo waded into the green-blue water and snacked on reeds. Cockle-pickers sifted through sand at the side of the water. Vendors rowed up to the boats on bamboo rafts with boxes of fruit and called out like market traders. Around towns, flotillas of boat taxis scudded out to meet passengers with tiny outboard motors screaming. Occasionally there was a river barge with a patina of rust and a roof made from corrugated sheets. Sometimes a fisherman with a cast net. At Nine Horse Mural Hill, the cliff face looms a hundred metres above the river and the rock is exposed in piebald patches which are believed to take the shape of horses, sitting, standing, galloping, or nodding to drink from the water. You might notice one of the horses even if you knew nothing of the legend, three or four if you had heard it and were trying your best to see horses. The others take more imagination by orders of magnitude, and those who see them all would likely tell you that any given object you pointed out looked like a horse. Along the river, there is Green Lotus Peak where a group of karsts is thought to look like a lotus flower and there is a two-storey pagoda first built in the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE). Beyond it is Schoolboy Hill, which is a karst said to bring to mind a schoolboy reading a book. It takes half a day to get to Yangshou on the slow boat, but I was in no kind of hurry. The sun was hot and the landscape pleasant and the sense of peace was welcome after the bustle of Chinese cities. I ignored the announcement to go below decks as we neared Yangshou and had the deck to myself until we docked and I went down and out and along the jetty and onto the street to find my hostel. Cramming in Kyoto February 24, 2020 / Richard Senior / Leave a comment Rain slashed across the windows of the Shinkansen as it slid into Kyoto station. The seconds ticked past on the platform clock, 57, 58, 59, as it slowed and stopped and the minutes changed and the doors hissed open at the precise moment they were supposed to. I got a bus to the ryokan, checked in and dropped off my bags. It was no weather for sightseeing, but I only had three days to spare in Kyoto if I were to fit in the rest of the things I had planned before I took the ferry to Korea. I scooped up my umbrella, or at least one of several 7-11 umbrellas in the holder, crossed over the road and soggily trudged round the Nishi Hongan-ji temple. I realised soon enough that I was just going through the motions. Nishiki Market was further up the street and had the considerable attraction of a roof. It is a long, narrow road which extends for five blocks and has about a hundred stores and stalls. There are bustling crowds and shouting vendors, banners and lanterns and signs. Smoke issues from the yakitori stand, broth bubbles at the ramen stall and wagyu beef sizzles on the grill. Baby octopus is stuffed with quail’s eggs, skewered and candied. Tuna is cubed, sprinkled with sesame seeds and threaded on a stick like a lolly. Barrels are filled with pickled vegetables. Bottles of sake are arranged in ranks on tables. The sun had returned in the morning, the sky was blue, and I was out early on the bus to Arashiyama in the mountains at the edge of the city. The big draw there is the bamboo forest, whose stalks soar thirty feet in the air either side of the path, arch in on themselves and ration the sunlight. The bamboo crackles as it sways in the breeze, a sound like the first drops of heavy rain. Sunlight dazzles through gaps in the canopy. Though it has big sights in abundance, Kyoto for me was not so much about them as the overall ambience. I idled along rural lanes, nosed into temples and could easily have made a day of it, hiking into the mountains, seeing the monkeys in the park, taking a boat out onto the river. But I was pushed for time and took the bus back into town and another to Southern Hagashiyama. I wandered up Chawan-zaka, or Teapot Lane, where some of the shops sell the kyō-ware pottery for which the city is known and from which the street took its name. At the end of it, the Kiyomizu-dera temple complex stretches up and straddles the hill. It is everything you imagine of a Japanese temple with Niōmon gates, halls, shrines, statues, bells, incense, a pagoda, and a view across the trees and the city to the mountains. I headed down from the temple with half of Japan (the other half was walking uphill) into the picturesque streets of Ninen-zaka and Sannen-zaka, which are lined with old wooden shophouses. It is a tourist trap, ultimately, with its teahouses and gift shops but not spoiled by that. Even gift shops are fascinating in Japan. There are curiosities, too, like a shop which only sold maneki-neko cats and had them in every size, colour and material. The cherry blossom season was almost over. Petals were scattered like confetti after a wedding. They clogged streams; the wind made a blizzard of them and they piled up against the trunks of the trees. I found them in my hair and stuck to my clothes. But the gift shops were still selling cherry-blossom-themed parasols and fans. I had a cherry blossom ice cream in lieu of the lunch I skipped. More narrow streets lined with wooden houses, more temples and gardens and the Maruymama-kōen park. Then, after a solid nine hours of charging about, back to the ryokan for green tea and a soak in the onsen bath in the basement. I started out next morning in the Gion geisha district when the sun was rising and the streets were all but deserted. Wooden merchants’ houses from the seventeenth century line the streets. Paper lanterns hang beside each door. The neighbourhood slowly woke up. Tourists appeared, first in twos and threes then as a crowd. A black-suited salaryman hurried through on his way to work. Occasional geishas glided by on theirs. I walked from Gion to Northern Higashiyama and along the Path of Philosophy which traces a canal at the foot of the mountains. There are fine temples and gardens at either end and several along the way. Promenade gardens use the borrowed scenery technique which makes the surrounding countryside appear part of them. Koi carp swim under stone bridges in pond gardens. Zen gardens have raked gravel to represent the ocean and rocks to imitate mountains. There are craft shops and galleries and food carts, and signs with English words in no order which makes any sense. “Manner up” one demanded. “Please refrain from the entrance of the general one,” requested another. Though I say that while being unable to write a single character of Japanese. In the evening, in search of dinner, I walked up Ponto-chō alley, and so did the crowds. It is just across the river from Gion and has the same wooden machiya houses. Many of them have been turned into izakayas* and red or white lanterns illuminate their facades. There was a British-themed bar called ‘the Sent James club,’ which I worked out after a moment was a mishearing of St James, as in the green space in London between the Mall and Birdcage Walk: Sent James a Spark. Elsewhere, there was British pub called the Pig & Whistle, which sold Belgian, Irish and Japanese beers, just like a real one might. It was raining again when I left Kyoto but thankfully it did not follow me to Hiroshima. * Informal bar/restaurant The Bo-Kaap: a Sense of Malays February 10, 2020 February 23, 2020 / Richard Senior / Leave a comment It was a century after the Dutch East India Company founded Cape Town as a way-station for its ships. Jan de Waal, sexton at the Groote Kerk, got into property development. He assembled a site at the foot of Signal Hill and built cheap huurhuisjes (literally, ‘hire houses’) on it. Back then, in the 1760s, they called the neighbourhood Waalendorp. It has had several names since then, but the Bo-Kaap* is the one which stuck. The VOC** imported slaves to Cape Town from the Dutch East Indies (Indonesia) and Malacca (Malaysia), as well as India, Madagascar and East Africa. It sent imams there in exile for preaching against colonial rule. They were followed, later, by Muslim artisans from India and elsewhere. The community came to be known, regardless of origin, as Cape Malays. They settled in the Bo-Kaap. They alone were permitted to live there under Apartheid. Other groups were forcibly removed. Anyone is free to move there now, but that has brought controversies of its own. Activists protest about gentrification, of the traditional community being priced out, of the neighbourhood losing its character. But, to the outsider at least, the Bo-Kaap seems barely to have changed in going on two hundred years. There might be streetlights and telephone wires, parked cars and satellite dishes. The major roads might be metalled. But its heritage is surprisingly intact. The newest of the houses date back to the 1840s and are in a recognisably English style, flat-fronted, flat-roofed, with wooden sash windows. The oldest are built to a Dutch pattern. There are still some of Jan de Waal’s original huurhuisjes. Houses are interspersed with mosques and madrassas. Minarets sprout between the flat roofs. All are painted in bold colours, bright yellow, pastel pink, lime green, powder blue, lilac and ochre. Some accounts claim this as a celebration of freedom by emancipated slaves after 1834. Others suggest it is more recent: a cheerful riposte to Apartheid. Neither, though, would explain why houses of about the same period are painted in much the same way in Kentish Town, North London. Occasional words of old Malay are still heard on the streets. The few businesses are small independents. There is Fatima Mini Market, Star Supply Store and the Rose Corner Café with “warm worsies sold here,”and “koeksisters available”. These are luminous pink local sausages and spiced doughnuts coated in desiccated coconut. In 1946, two years before Apartheid, the Ahmed family set up in business as spice importers. They established the Atlas Trading Company which is still operating today. The shop, according to the old letters under the roofline, and above the rusting goods hoist, used to be Müller’s Reserve Store. Atlas were a few doors further down Wale Street when I was there in 2014. The freehand signwriting on the shutters and bricks declared their business. (They have a corporate logo now.) But you would have known if you had passed with your eyes shut what line they were in. Inside there was a wooden unit with glass-fronted drawers. Behind it were shelves piled with spices in bags and boxes and packets. There were wooden hoppers with metal scoops laid across the lids. Nothing much seemed to have changed since 1946. But at end of that block, on the corner with Rose Street, the Bo-Kaap segues into the world of tech stores, car showrooms and chain hotels as abruptly as if you had stepped off a film set. Above the Cape in Afrikaans *Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie, i.e. the Dutch East India Company December 28, 2019 December 29, 2019 / Richard Senior / 2 Comments Three miles wide at the snout, nineteen miles long, filling the expanse between the mountains like builders’ foam; the powder blue ice, its hollows and crevices appearing backlit by the water within, juxtaposed with the deep green coniferous trees and the stark grey-black of the mountains, lightly dusted with snow and engulfed in low cloud at the margins; a wall of ice, striped with seams of deeper blue and black, rising an average of 240 foot above the surface of Largo Argentino, carved by nature into tens of thousands of tightly-packed columns ranking into the distance like an ancient army massed for battle. The Perito Moreno glacier in the far South-West of Argentina feeds from the Southern Patagonian Ice Field which straddles the border with Chile and is the last redoubt of an Ice Age which ended 11,000 years ago. It sprawls over an area more than four times bigger than Manhattan or about two and a half times the size of Barcelona. Boardwalks on multiple levels connected by stairs take visitors within a few hundred feet of the snout. Pops and cracks echo from around the glacier as if hunters were out on its surface shooting birds. Calved ice litters the waters around it. Hours could easily be spent just gazing in awe at the glacier and listening to its cracks and creaks and bangs. But I was not just there to look. Three years earlier in New Zealand, I arrived in Franz Josef too late to be able to hike on the glacier, as I had hoped, and had to make do with seeing it from the foot of the mountain on my way to the bus the next morning. Now, on a different continent but back in the Southern Hemisphere, the chance had come round again. I took a boat across the lake to the shelter on the shore by the South Wall, where I was herded into a group of about 15 and had crampons attached to my boots. Two groups were out on the ice already, one about a third of the way up, the other about a third from the summit. In the middle of the briefing, there was a boom as if of a cannon and then a rumbling, shuttering sound like an office block succumbing to the wrecking ball. I turned and watched as a section of ice thirty, forty, fifty feet high detached from the glacier and slid vertically into the lake, rose again as pulverised fragments and caused a tumult in the water. We started our ascent. The crampons, impossible on land, were intuitive on the ice. We moved slowly, in file, behind the guide. The route weaved between cracks and ponds and glacier mills, where surface meltwater spirals into a shaft in the ice. The ice glistened in the sun. We drank the coolest, freshest water straight from the glacier. Then, at the summit, the first of the guides produced whisky and glasses; the other harvested ice from the glacier with an axe. ¡Salud! We drank the whisky tempered with chunks of Perito Moreno, packed up and made our way back to the shelter. An Afternoon in Meknès September 21, 2019 September 21, 2019 / Richard Senior / Leave a comment Lunchtime was over in the Place el-Hedim. There was one man left at the clusters of tables outside the cafes, smoking and sipping mint tea. A black-and-white cat, with no food to beg now, bent in a yoga stretch under a chair and scrubbed at its fur with its tongue. Families promenaded, hand-in-hand, line-abreast. Redoubtable ladies in pink djellabas and hijabs sceptically fingered tagines at the traders’ stalls. In the souks beyond the square, Berber rugs hung from the walls. Babouche slippers and hand-painted plates were arranged in colour-coordinated rows. There were piles of olives and mounds of spices, and dates and figs buzzed by wasps. Meknès is the lesser known of Morocco’s royal cities, by which I mean I had never heard of it until I planned this trip. You could spend all day in the Medina without seeing a traveller from anywhere in the OECD, and you are hardly ever hassled. There is no need for the benign protection racket of the official guides of cities like Fèz, who are not so much there to show you round as to stop you from being constantly, constantly bothered by the men who block your way, get in your face and angrily demand to sell you some unwanted assistance. The old cigarette seller sat on a ledge with his friend in a clean, white kufi cap and an ill-fitting jacket over a sweatshirt in the heat of the mid-afternoon. The cigarettes were an American brand with a health warning in French and the pack of 200 was unopened. People strolled by in woollen djellabas with the hoods up, and sweatshirts with the hoods down, and white thobes and prayer caps, and denim jackets and baseball caps, and none of them bought cigarettes. Scooters snarled past. Grands taxis pulled up and disgorged their passengers across the road near the iconic gateway. Bab el-Mansour boasts in its Arabic inscription, “I am the most beautiful gate in Morocco. I am like the moon in the sky. Property and wealth are written on my front”. All of that might be true, but the gate leads to nothing but an art exhibition. There is a door nearby into the old city. Moullay Ismail made Meknès his capital on becoming sultan in 1672. He was a son of the founder of the Alaouite dynasty which runs right through to the present-day king and his rule overlapped with Louis XIV of France and William and Mary in England. Horse-drawn calèches stand ready to clop you round the walled city and in and out of keyhole gateways, stopping at the roofless remains of Ismail’s cavernous stables which once housed 12,000 horses but are home now to a few retiring tabbies, and the mausoleum of the sultan himself which is an opulence of zellij tiles, archways, pillars, fountains, carved stucco and worked metal. In the late afternoon in the ville nouvelle built by the French, where the buildings are blocky and functional and the pavements are broken and the shops sell stationery and sportswear, fruit sellers congregated on the corner of the street and bantered with customers. There was a man with a pushcart filled with leafy oranges, two more with bananas in boxes which warned in Spanish that they needed to be handled with care and a father and son team selling grapes. An imam, spotless in head-to-toe white, stood out from a crowd in tracksuit bottoms and scuffed leather jackets. A man with dreadlocks and the backs of his shoes turned down shuffled to the bottom of Rue d’ Accra and back every half hour or so. There was some unpleasantness on Rue Antsirabe between cackling teenagers and a loudly protesting old man. They had stolen something he had leant outside a shop and run down the street with it. But a woman burst out of another shop and made them take it back. The scene faded to darkness. The crowds thinned. The fruit sellers packed up and melted away. The shutters came down on the shops. The call to prayer floated across the roofs from the Mosque. I had only planned to stay in Meknès as a base for Volubis and Moullay Idriss, a stopping off point between Fèz and Rabat as I travelled down the country, but it had been well worth a visit in its own right. Bab el-Mansour image: Chris Martin from Decatur, Georgia, USA [CC BY-SA 2.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)] Pingyao and its People September 3, 2019 September 3, 2019 / Richard Senior / Leave a comment He rattled through the streets on a motor tricycle which was as rusted as he was wrinkled with age. Half a century ago, the whole town would have dressed as the old man still did, in the rough tunic and peaked cap of his better years. The couple with the donkey cart were silver-haired too. Though they wore modern clothes, their cart might have been already ancient when they were born. It had been built, without thought for aesthetics, from timbers which would have served for a seagoing junk. Pingyao is more or less bang in the centre of Shanxi Province. It is four hours from Beijing by bullet train, but the China of bullet trains seems a fantasy of science fiction from inside its city walls. Virtually all of the 4000 buildings on more than 100 streets and lanes across the square mile within the walls were built in the Ming and Qing dynasties, between the sixteenth and nineteenth centuries. Some are older than that, and the walls themselves have been standing since 1370. There are deep grooves worn by cartwheels in the roads leading up to the gateways. The dust of centuries clings to the bricks of the shops and courtyard houses. Their doors are gouged and dented from the mishaps of generations long passed. Lanterns hang underneath the swooping eaves. Silks, ceramics, antiques and decorative bottles of Shanxi black vinegar are arranged in doorways and tables outside the shops. A mechanic has dragged a moped out of his workshop into the road. He crouches over it, surrounded by spanners, in an unwisely white vest. The unstoppable tide of domestic tourists eddies around him. Grim-faced ladies cycle against the flow on bikes which creak and crunch and squeal with every stroke of the pedals. The pagoda-like Market Tower broods over the main drag, which in other cities might qualify as a side street. A road sweeper leans against the wall with studied nonchalance. The reason why is working a street food stall, and he is managing to make her laugh. Incense wafts from the splendid temples, Taoist and Confucian. There is a small Catholic church in one corner, as well. Marinated pork skewers are rotated over a grill by a contraption which looks as if it is driven by bicycle chains. A clunking museum piece of a machine laboriously produces confectionery. Hole in the wall restaurants serve Pingyao beef and Shanxi noodles, and they are a bustle of scraped chairs and excitable voices in the middle of the day. The city was an important banking centre in the nineteenth century, although it is hard to credit now. Rishenchang Exchange House Museum is one of several courtyard houses open to the public, either as themed museums or preserved family homes. It was originally built in the eighteenth century for the Xiyuecheng Dye Company. To spare the worry of carting sacks of silver coins across China, the company began issuing drafts which could be cashed at any of its branches. The idea took off among merchants and became so popular that the owners of the company got out of the dyeing business and became bankers instead. Other draft banks set up in competition, in Pingyao and across the province. Away from the shops, the restaurants, the temples and the courtyard houses turned into museums, there are quieter corners which the tourists mostly avoid where the shops sell mundane staples and old posters are peeling from the walls. The dust is more thickly encrusted in these parts. The lanterns are faded and ragged. Chickens scratch around junk in the courtyards. Chillies are laid out in baskets to dry in the sun. Washing is stretched out on lines across the fronts of buildings. The fruit seller has parked his three-wheeler in the shade of the parasol over his stall and is sound asleep in the back. At first horrified glance, he looks like a cadaver. In the evening when the lanterns are lit outside the shops and the sky fades to a deep blue streaked with pink, then a deeper blue and eventually black and the air is still warm and a girl chars water spinach on a grill on the cobbled pavement with the paifan gate silhouetted behind her and a neon sign for a practitioner of traditional medicine glows in the background, the tourists thin out and the city relaxes and slows to a pace altogether more fitting. It is a surprise to find the road sweeper still working. 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__label__cc	0.549247	0.450753	HomeNewsFenix Rage (PC) Review Fenix Rage (PC) Review October 15, 2014 admin News 0 While I am an absolute scrub at platform games, I do enjoy the difficulty and the frustrations that come with those games. Fenix Rage is no exception in this, it comes with all the highs and lows of a platformer. The learning curve is fair, although sometimes tough to bite through, but gratifying nonetheless. Fenix Rage is like a futuristic Super Meat Boy, but with some added flair, which I like a lot. What I like about the controls in Fenix Rage is that you can jump an infinite amount of times. When you combine that with the sliding technique, you can soar through the levels. Not mindlessly of course, you will have to watch out for the environment that is dead set on killing you. Another neat feature is how they incorporated the environment with the character’s abilities. Along the way you will have to break through ice barrier, and what better way to smash through a level then by putting yourself on fire. An added bonus of burning is that your slides go a lot faster when you are scorching the place left and right, as if you were the Human Torch. Related Article: Kizumonogatari Part 3: Reiketsu (Anime) Review Frustration comes in stages I played through the first five worlds. Each world has its own special feature, but the world that comes next takes on the features of the previous worlds. So in the beginning you may have some trouble with the portal system in world two, but when you reach world three it will have been so common for you that it will become just another tool in your toolbox. In world three and four I had some trouble adjusting to the many things they throw at you. Especially the boss battles made me feel beyond my normal frustration with platformers. The bosses inherit the world’s theme, but give a really different twist to it. For instance, world two has a boss at the end that shoots blobs at you. Those blobs have existed in nearly level so far, but instead of flying all over the place, they were stagnant. Pretty little extras As a little extra, there is a cookie hidden in every level. And who doesn’t love cookies? Gather enough cookies and you get to unlock cookie recipes. I can’t wait to find out what kind of delicious treasures are discovered. Related Article: A Wildlife Adventure review -- The comfiest game of 2020 I kept seeing birds in levels, but I figured they were just a nice little thing to add to the scenery. It wasn’t until a boss battle that I found out that they are quite the helpful bunch. When you get close to the flock of birds, they fly away. This is a clue for the player to help him out with his sense of direction. If the game still proves tough for you, then you could try your luck in the arcade. A tiny drawback is that you will have to gather stars from every level. You get these by finishing a level within a certain time. One of the mini-games is just you floating in the sky, dodging every slime that is thrown at you. You get points by picking up the cookies that get randomly thrown between the waves of slimes. The art of speedrunning has really become an established e-sport in the gaming community. Games Done Quick immediately come to mind. So it is a good thing to see features added in this game that make it easier to keep track of your best time and those of your competitors. Related Article: Beholder 2 (PS4) Review After every level there is a leaderboard that shows you how well you did. While it is nice to see the time, I would’ve preferred a system like in Dustforce. In that game you can replay everyone their attempt. This would’ve been a great guidance system for Fenix Rage as well, because sometimes you just want to see the pros at work. With its two hundred levels stretching over nine very different worlds, you can expect to spend at least ten hours on the story mode alone. Since I am far from a great platform player, I would say I could easily see less fortunate souls spend more than sixteen hours on it. This is not counting the hidden levels or mini-games, so this game can definitely become a time sinker. If you loved Super Meat Boy and you have been waiting for a good sequel, Fenix Rage is definitely there in spirit. Britannia #2 (Comics) Review \| Brutal Gamer The Signifier review — The hand that feeds Art of Splatoon (Book) Review	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2775
__label__cc	0.661408	0.338592	Home Education What Would Happen If We Said ‘Hell No’ to Teachers Unions? What Would Happen If We Said ‘Hell No’ to Teachers Unions? written by Teresa Mull July 31, 2017 Teresa Mull Research fellow at The Heartland Institute Teresa Mull is the managing editor for Heartland's School Reform News. Mull says her appreciation for quality education came while she was a student at the University of Dallas, studying the school's Core Curriculum. She earned a bachelor's degree in comparative literature while also benefitting from the university's required courses in science, math, art, philosophy, and politics. Latest posts by Teresa Mull (see all) Five Reasons National School Choice Week Keeps Growing - February 1, 2020 American Students Are Failing; You Can Thank Public Schools - December 9, 2019 Five Reasons to be Thankful for School Choice - December 5, 2019 Randi Weingarten, the notorious president of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), said at a recent AFT convention she and her cronies are going to say “hell no” to the Trump administration because of its support of education choice. Sigh. If only saying “hell no” were enough to make organizations we didn’t like cease to exist. Parents have been saying “hell no” to teachers unions for ages, and the fact that Weingarten declared the current administration the “first … to say ‘hell no’ to public education” indicates their voices are finally being heard. What good, after all, have the teachers unions ever done for anyone except the teachers themselves? An article on AFT’s website, written by public school darling Diane Ravitch, attempts to explain in terms veiled in faux magnanimity “Why Teacher Unions Are Good for Teachers—and the Public.” Unions are necessary, Ravitch argues, because leaders want “unchecked power to assign, reward, punish, or remove their employees.” To anyone else, such a situation as the one Ravitch describes is considered “normal conditions of being an employed person,” but to the teachers unions, the threat of losing one’s job or even, it seems, being “rewarded” for a job well-done is unthinkable. They say, “Those who can’t do, teach,” and apparently, those who can’t teach join a teachers union. Ravitch’s argument in favor of tenure is even more far-fetched. “Tenure evolved in the 19th century as one of the few perks available to people who were paid low wages, had classes of 70 or 80 or more, and endured terrible working conditions,” Ravitch wrote, adding that today, “Teacher unions around the country continue to play important roles in protecting the rights of teachers, especially in the current climate of school reform.” What “rights” teachers have that are different from other professions Ravitch never explains. Perhaps it’s the right for taxpayers to pay millions of dollars for public school teachers to have cosmetic surgery, as they did recently in Buffalo, New York. Or maybe it’s the right for teachers to charge taxpayers $395 million to keep teachers on the job, which is now occurring in Philadelphia. Without teachers unions, Ravitch declares, “experienced teachers must work under the control of an inexperienced principal,” and teachers would have no voice to counter “the arbitrary exercise of power by heavy-handed administrators,” some of whom are non-educators. Is it just me, or are all of Ravitch’s arguments reminiscent of those made by a spoiled child? First, she asserts tenure is still important, despite the fact teachers enduring “terrible working conditions” is a thing of the past. Then she says continuing to be paid regardless of merit and, in some cases, regardless of criminality is fair because that’s how it has been since the 19th century, and teachers have rights! Ravitch does a fine job of painting public school teachers as rather helpless servants, powerless to the whims of autocratic “non-educators” who seize power—you know, from democratic elections—and wield it mercilessly to make the teachers suffer to satisfy some mysterious vendetta. How telling it is that Weingarten labeled the Trump administration and its support of education choice as the enemy. Choice means competition, and competition is what the unions fear more than anything. Competition threatens their special interests: their tenure, salary increases, and cosmetic surgeries. Teachers unions haven’t been relevant since the 19th century, if ever. Were we to say a collective “hell no” to the teachers unions, what would happen? We would purge our education system of a greedy, self-centered mob and replace the people who go into the teaching profession for the taxpayer-funded perks with people who are passionate about the profession and aren’t afraid to work in a world where a job well done is rewarded and the worst employees are weeded out. 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__label__wiki	0.614277	0.614277	What’s Indievisual Back to Magazine The Indievisual digital magazine blog Making the Masthead pt.1 (of 2) by Ben Dimagmaliw Indievisual Mag / Making-of / Process Digital / exploration / iconography / logomarks / masthead / media companies / movie studios / Print / publications / typeface As with all entertainment or media entities, its graphic identity creates immediate visual recognition with its audience while distinguishing it from competitors. Whether it’s the motion graphics preceding movies or merely the production company’s logo, the brand identity expresses the history, philosophies, and/or personality of the company and its work. Clearly communicating what Indievisual represents would involve an exploration in to exisiting identities, selecting the direction appropriate for Indieviesual, and most importantly going through the process of establishing what is Indievisual’s philosophy, attitude, and character in order to create the graphic which identifies it. Working with a limited (that is to say non-existent) budget there were a few challenges to overcome. Ironically, my graphic design background led me on a roundabout journey toward the final solution. One of the most exciting projects for a graphic designer is creating a complete identity package for a client. Conceptualizing then realizing a identifying mark used across the client’s sphere of activities is one of the pinnacle challenges in graphic communication. How does a single mark or iconography sum up everything about a particular entity? Setting this as the starting point of the initial research, I began looking into existing logos. Because Indievisual is a magazine dealing with the Japanese independent film industry, examples were first drawn from entertainment companies. All logos © and ™ of their respective owners These companies have come to be known by their single mark alone through which their productions also become synonymous. They are succint in their imagery and clear in their branding. There are icons which, even without the associated words, can still identify the company such as the CBS “eye”, NBC “peacock”, the Columbia Pictures “maiden” (for lack of a better word), New Line’s “film frame,” or the Paramount “mountain and stars.” Some, however, do have distinct typography as well. The Disney script or the “WB” of the Warner Bros. shield are unmistakable and non-replicable, while Universal’s letters are an element of their overall globe logo. Dreamwork’s young boy fishing on the moon is a strong symbol, but so is the logotype which is featured prominently in the motion logo attached to its productions. This combination of logomark and typography became the initial direction I sought to take for Indievisual’s identity as an iconographic representation seemed appropriate for Indievisual. There certainly was a strong image from which to begin: Japan’s red circle represented in its flag. Film reels are round as well. So exploration began into how to represent Japanese independent cinema in pictographic form. I dived in further into independent film organizations and production companies. What can be gleaned by these is the defiant “attitude” and independent spirit these entities proudly communicate through their logos. Distressed lettertype, hand drawn imagery or typeface, or unconventional typesetting and layout highlight their less corporate, less commercial brand. But not always. Some institutions and companies must still project a certain degree of professionalism and business reputability. Researching these variations in branding obviously led to further considerations about the proper direction to take Indievisual’s identity. Conceptual ideas began to take shape in my mind and the next logical phase was to begin drawing sketches. Fortunately, I came to an important realization before I actually began spending time doing so. I referenced entertainment companies because that is the topic or industry Indievisual covers, but I had not researched the very thing Indievisual actually is: a publication. So, I went back and looked at the mastheads of newspapers and magazines, both well-established news outlets as well as entertainment magazines. Relying solely on a specific or customized typeface without (in most cases) iconography, the mastheads concentrate squarely on the letters to create brand recognition, simultaneously relaying both the publication’s identity and ethos. Newspapers such as the The Los Angeles Times and the New York Times with their deep history in print reporting continue to communicate this through the calligraphic Blackletter style typeface of their masthead. There is tradition and presitige in these letterforms just like the Roman square capitals of Time and The Independent. Meanwhile, The Economist typeface is not as classical but relies on an old-style serif which is no less traditional. Serifs are important to express a professionalism and seriousness that enhances their brand’s image of trustworthiness. More modern updates to this style include thicker slab-serifs as in Newsweek or the customized modern serif of The Guardian. Each express a history associated with printed, typeset publishing. Newer media outlets such as Vice, can project their “youth” through their untraditional, script-style typeface. Its similiarities to street art is by no means unintentional. Vice aims to prove they are breaking the bounds of traditional reporting and this attitude is well represented by their masthead. In fashion and music publications we see this holds true as well. Each of the mastheads and their typefaces are reflective of the publication’s history, values, and the audience to whom they appeal. Some have undergone redesigns in order to shift toward changing trends or audience tastes, but most will not stray too far from their familiar image without signficant editorial and/or ownership upheavals. Naturally, we’ll find the same in entertainment publications. Well-established publications are obvious, not just in name but in their masthead typefaces, while in contrast magazines with a focus on independent film topics do the opposite, and in the case of Filmmaker magazine encompasses the breadth of filmmaking possibilities from the raw and unusual to solidly polished creations. But this, too, is a recent rebranding from their previous logo which utilized a customized block sans-serif. The difference in identity is stark. The new masthead seems to reflect a stronger individualistic spirit. The research convinced me an iconographic logo was not necessary. Indievisual’s identity, as with other publications, should be expressed through typography. Moreover, I was able to identify that Indievisual’s character, topic, or intent should not be represented by classic calligraphic or roman square typefaces, rather it should be represented by typefaces leaning to modern styles seen in publications with a bit less tradition and an idiosyncratic spirit. And while modern serifs and sans-serifs would certainly be appropriate, I wondered what the extreme could be. I recalled the early days of music magazine Raygun and art director David Carson’s treatment of the masthead. They were unorthodox, visually distressed, and at times varied from cover to cover depending on the cover story. But this seemed too excessive and frankly outdated. Then I remembered Lagom magazine. Lagom is a lifestyle magazine for creatives which unfortunately is indefinitely on hold. Nevertheless, Lagom‘s masthead is a beautiful cursive script typeface that is at once elegant and bold. The shapes and flares communicate a human touch, a handcraftmanship I felt essential when attempting to represent independent cinema. Among the many examples I researched, Lagom‘s stood out as being quite unique and memorable which is the measure of success for any logo or masthead. Lagom‘s masthead demonstrated a publication did not need to rely on serif or san-serif typefaces. The most important aspect the typeface must convey is the character, ethos, and topics the publication aims to address. As long as these are represented, the appropriate typeface can defy norms. I was tempted to immediately begin searching for typefaces, but bearing in mind the masthead needs to be representative of the publication’s character, I first needed to think about keywords which represent Indievisual. Obviously “independent” or “indie” is one pair. Others include “hand craftsmanship” as stated earlier, “cinephilia,” “film buff,” “individualistic,” “professionalism,” “propagandize,” “provocateur,” “self-run,” “personal,” “humanize,” “supporter,” “seek,” “aesthetic,” and “expressive.” There are obviously some overlap among a few of the words, but the exercise forced me to truly think about what Indievisual will do, what it represents, and the principles that would guide its activities and therefore also form its image. As a collection of individual words, there were several directions which could be taken. However, coelscing them into a statement aided in summarizing this set of wide-ranging ideas. Essentially, I found they could be boiled down the following statement: “A personal endeavor of a movie buff to humanize filmmakers and call attention to their individualistic works through a rebellious spirit but professional manner.” Armed with this general statement, the search began for typefaces which could characterize this phrase and/or keywords. In Part 2, I will go over this process and cover the choice of final candidates as well as the reasons for deciding on the typeface utilized in the current masthead. (Feature Image by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash) Previous PostYABUSAME Next PostSongs of Triumph screening About Backstory Backstory is the behind-the-scenes chronicle of Indievisual Digital Magazine revealing the trials, tribulations, and effort put into creating a brand new web magazine. 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__label__cc	0.652261	0.347739	Manage New Post Logout Login The Nyaruka Blog We build awesome software for East Africa. Tag textitin Polio, Meet Mobile: Targeting the Final 1% of Global Polio Cases with TextIt Here’s a story from the field spotlighting a RapidPro implementation that we proudly maintain for UNICEF. As we’ve discussed before, RapidPro is the Open Source software platform that powers TextIt. Polio is at the brink. The total number of global polio cases has decreased by 99% since 1988. For UNICEF Polio Innovation Lead Asch Harwood and his colleagues, that isn’t good enough. Whereas the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), of which UNICEF is a key partner, has been successful in eradicating the overwhelming majority of global polio cases, the final 1% has proven elusive. “We’ve reached a point where current methods are no longer working. We need to think outside the box.” Polio flourishes in areas where awareness of and access to vaccination are scarce. These are communities in which literacy rates and income levels are low, and access to technology is limited. The average person in these communities might not be aware of vaccination services or might feel pressure from local leaders to avoid vaccination. Today, polio circulates in Afghanistan and Pakistan. In Nigeria, the only other country where polio is endemic, the total number of polio cases is 6 as of 2015 though health authorities have not detected a new case of polio since 2014. Nevertheless, polio eradication can only be certified once the afflicted region demonstrates that transmission has been blocked for at least 3 consecutive years. How can these people be reached, and what will enable that communication? This is the prompt Asch Harwood and the polio communication team at UNICEF are attempting to answer. “It’s UNICEF’s job to make sure that people understand why vaccinations are important,” says Asch. To reach the remaining 1% of cases, Asch and his colleagues are focusing their efforts on creating demand for the polio vaccine in those communities most at risk. In Afghanistan and Pakistan, this means working within potentially dangerous areas. To reach these populations, polio communication teams engage in social mobilization, a communication for development (C4D) approach that seeks to change behavior by motivating a wide range of players to raise awareness of and demand for a particular development goal through dialogue. Going into this project, Asch recognized the potential of mobile phones as a point of connection with people in communities most at risk for polio infection. After researching and testing various services that would allow him to build SMS and interactive voice response (IVR) applications to establish automated bidirectional communication at scale, Asch and the polio C4D team settled on RapidPro. Asch points to user experience as the key factor that led the polio team to adopt RapidPro: “I’ve played with a lot of the other IVR tools, and you guys have definitely designed the best user experience I’ve seen so far.” As an innovation lead, ease of use allows Asch to bring new ideas to life. “Probably the most powerful part of it is that because I was able to demonstrate it, I was able to get the buy-in necessary to help us start prototyping and piloting.” The RapidPro platform allows Asch and his colleagues to build flowcharts or “Flows” that disseminate and collect actionable information geared toward improving vaccination awareness via a combination of SMS and interactive voice response (IVR). Asch chose to use IVR because the information he desires to disseminate exceeds the 160 character SMS format. For example, registered social mobilizers in target communities might receive an automated phone call from UNICEF’s team announcing a survey aimed at better preparing them for their jobs. The automated voice recording will ask a question in Urdu — in this case, a quiz question about the symptoms of polio — and then ask the user to press the number that corresponds with their response. If the user answers correctly, the Flow will provide additional information before moving to the next question. If the user answers incorrectly, the Flow will respond with the correct answer and provide an explanation before moving forward. The goal is to equip registered social mobilizers with the information they need to affect harmful discourse and raise the awareness necessary to increase the rate of vaccination within their communities. The polio unit’s RapidPro deployment integrates with Twilio’s Global Reach to make international calls. The success rate of these calls is cause for optimism: In an analysis of 7,000 calls made through Twilio connections to social mobilizers all over Pakistan, it was found that only 7% failed to connect. This indicates that mobile network coverage in Pakistan is extensive. The project currently reaches upwards of 2,500 social mobilizers within Afghanistan and Pakistan. In the coming weeks, UNICEF plans to increase that number to 7,000, focusing on females in high-risk areas. Asch and his colleagues expect IVR to be particularly powerful in low-literacy settlements. Next, Asch will be in Nigeria working closely with the Nigeria polio communications team to begin prototyping RapidPro applications with social mobilizers in that country. To learn more about TextIt, visit our Learning Center, review our documentation, or watch this short video: Sign up for a TextIt account today to start building your own SMS or IVR application. 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__label__cc	0.695119	0.304881	2019 Maruti Suzuki Wagon R: Things to Know Before You Buy Droom April 27, 2019 In 2019 Maruti Suzuki Wagon R has adopted lots of changes for an enhanced experience of the users and some factors have not at all being changed at least for now. Some issues were deliberately bothering the users and the brand Maruti has addressed those issues in a positive note to bring smiles on the face of all its users. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is not a new car in the automobile industry of India, but the brand Maruti has not let the car to be an old one. The popularity of some cars never fades away; Wagon R is one of those. The love for the car has always remained the same in the hearts and minds of the people. The car was launched in 1999, but Maruti Suzuki Wagon R never left a clear path for its competitors to grab the position. That is the reason, it constantly updated and refreshed the model, which makes it one of the bestselling cars in 2019 in India and in the world. In the latest update of 2019, Maruti Suzuki Wagon R has experienced many changes in all spheres of the car, such as in terms of features, engine, transmission, boot, safety measures, etc. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 2019 features: Maruti Suzuki Wagon R price The price of the Wagon R ranges from Rs. 4.19 lakhs to Rs. 5.69 lakhs, depending on the variant you choose. The LXI variant with 1.0-litre engine is the basic model that’s price starts from Rs 4.19 lakhs. The variant VXI AGS having AMT Gearbox has priced at Rs 5.16 lakhs. However, the new Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is offering 1.2-litre engine in entry-level VXI variant by increasing the price to Rs 4.89 lakhs and for ZXI AGS variant with AMT gearbox, the price is Rs 5.69 lakhs. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R engine The new Maruti Suzuki Wagon R engine is now available in two petrol engine options. One is the usual 1.0-litre K10 engine, which was also available earlier with a three-cylinder unit and 68hp of peak power. The new engine type is the 1.2-litre K10 with a four-cylinder unit, 83hp of peak power (15hp more from the 1.0-litre unit) and 113Nm (23Nm more) of peak torque. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R transmission and gearbox The new Wagon R is a car for all, as it is offering 5-speed manual transmission and 5-speed manual gearbox for both types of engine options. Automatic transmission with a 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) option is also offered on the new Wagon R. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R fuel economy The earlier version of Wagon R was offering a fuel economy figure up to 22.5kpl for both 5-speed manual and AMT gearbox. But, Wagon R 2019 mileage is up to 21.5kpl with a 1.2-litre engine, which is fuel efficient. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R safety measures New Maruti Suzuki Wagon R takes care of the safety measures of all the passengers both on the front and rear seats. So, they have kept driver airbag, ABS and EBD, seat belt reminder for both front passengers, speed alert system, rear parking sensors and passenger side airbag and safer front seatbelts for which you need to pay Rs 6,500 on the ex-showroom price. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R comfort The new version of the car is compact but the space management inside is mind-blowing, which offers enough comfort to all the passengers both on the front and rear seats. The new Wagon R is termed as a practical car, which is specially designed to face the day-to-day hassles on road. It is a suitable car for city traffic and for highway trips as well. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R additional features The new Maruti Suzuki Wagon R has many additional features and equipment that were earlier not available on the previous version. The topmost variant ZXI has a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system which is adaptable with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This variant also offers power-adjustable technique and folding outside rear view mirrors (ORVMs). The new version comes up with ABS, airbags and rear parking sensors in almost all models. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R variants Now, both 1.0-litre and 1.2-litre engines are available in all the six variants. The 1.0-litre engine is available from the base model of LXI and LXI O up to mid-range VXI O variant. But this engine type is not for the top-range variant ZXI. Whereas, the 1.2-litre engine option is available from the mid-range VXI and VXI O variant up to the top-range ZXI variant. This engine option is not available in the basic variants LXI and LXI O. When it comes to the purchasing decision, you can either choose 1.0-litre LXI O, if you have budget constraints. Otherwise, you can buy new Maruti Suzuki Wagon R ZXI variant with 1.2-litre engine at Rs 5.22 lakhs as the new engine is more powerful when compared to the previous version. Used Cars in Delhi – Fulfil Your Dreams at Droom How to Buy Used Cars? A Definitive Guide to Buy an Excellent Used Car Best Second Hand Cars to Buy in 2020-21 Bhavik Sharma says: The Wagon R is indeed a very practical offering. And with the larger 1.2-litre K series engine under the hood, the new-gen model is quite fun to drive as well. I just hope they had made the design a bit more contemporary. The current design is just too boxy to be appealing to younger audience. Leave a Reply to Bhavik Sharma Cancel reply More in Cars Benefits of Roadside Assistance with Your Car Insurance Package As soon as you are on road with your car, bike or scooter, ... Top 10 Low Maintenance Luxury Cars in India 2021 The term ‘luxury cars’ demarcates a class of cars that offer a greater ... Top 10 Low Maintenance Sedan Cars in India 2021 A sedan is also referred to as a saloon or a passenger car ...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2795
__label__wiki	0.557482	0.557482	On the New Silk Road Data Protection & Legal Information A bimonthly magazine on international affairs, edited in Germany's capital Home Berlin Policy Journal Sisyphus Hasn’t Even Gotten Started Yet Sisyphus Hasn’t Even Gotten Started Yet Berlin Policy Journal May/June 2015 Richard Fraunberger , May 21, 2015 Even three decades after joining the EU, Greece is still ruled by feudal Ottoman tendencies. As long as clientelism continues to be fed by streams of money, people will continue to find new ways to avoid reform. (c) PICTURE-ALLIANCE/Mary Evans Picture Library Since the end of its civil war, Greece has never been as close to economic catastrophe: it is grappling with empty state coffers and exorbitant state debt, combined with strikes and social unrest. Salaries and pensions will soon go unpaid. Industrial production is decreasing. Investors are pulling back. Foreign capital hardly finds its way here anymore. Public sector spending, including expenditure on state industries, now makes up one third of Greece’s GDP. Only with the help of monthly bond issuances and European subventions is the state keeping its head above water. “The economic and financial situation of the country undermines Greece’s membership in the Union. Athens must take drastic action and finalize reforms immediately,” warns the European Commission. Spending cuts, public sector hiring freezes, tax increases, and raising the retirement age will all be necessary if the country wants to avoid becoming a ward of the IMF. This in fact refers to Greece’s situation in 1991 – and the déjà-vu today has spectators rubbing their eyes in disbelief. Giant mountains of debt? Crushing state deficits? Warnings from the European Commission? IMF? Since 1991, nine prime ministers have promised to reform, restructure, and modernize a state that at the time of its EU accession in 1981 was still pre-modern, and that even today at its structural core is ruled by feudal Ottoman tendencies. More than €100 billion in development funds have flowed from Brussels to Athens since 1981, and yet the country is still built on sand, living from olive oil, citrus fruits, sunshine, and beaches alone. Rather than investing in competitive technologies, real incomes rose 40 percent in the first eight years following the introduction of the euro. The bankrupt country has been saved from bankruptcy since 2010 only through the extension of lines of billions of euros in credit. How is it possible that Greek politicians have promised reforms of the health care and tax systems, of government bureaucracy, of social security, of the labor market, and of the public sector, and yet not one single thing has changed? And why does Greek society not demand these reforms itself? In order to better understand the phenomenon, let us examine some of the basics, using Euboea, Greece’s second largest island, as an example. House-Building, an Odyssean Adventure When Rena Voria, 44, looks out of her windows, she feels gratitude and joy. Mountains, fields of wildflowers, and knotty olive trees surround her. On foot, she can reach Krieza in just five minutes – a typical village, tiny and sleepy, with just 250 residents, a handful of streets, one plumber, two butchers, a town hall, and a church with a steeple full of nesting storks. The residents make a living selling handicrafts, the elderly keep chickens and sheep. Voria has taught high school English in the neighboring city of Aliveri for the past 13 years. Shortly before the economic crisis began, she and her husband built a house on the outskirts of Krieza. “It was an odyssey of a thousand adventures,” she says. “The property rights were totally unclear. This piece of land had never been assessed by the land office.” Even today the state still has no exact overview of its own territory, its coastlines, mountains, lakes, or forests. It does not know where its own land holdings begin and where they end. The size, location, use, type, and ownership titles of properties get lost in approximations – and with them an exact measure of the property taxes that should be leveed. Ever since gaining independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1830, Greece has been cobbling together a land registry, one that is still unfinished. “Deeds are created out of thin air,” explains Voria. The only things necessary are a notary and an entry in the land registry. Whoever would like to own a piece of land, perhaps for their grandchildren or for a vacation home, clears the space and plants olive trees, puts up a fence, and magically produces witnesses who will testify to a notary that the land has been private property since Adam and Eve – and with its subsequent entry in the land registry, the piece of land legally becomes private property. An estimated 450,000 acres of land are thus illegally under private ownership. Until just a few years ago, land was transferred exclusively via dia logou, another way of saying inherited and sold. The Vorias, however, were careful to buy the property only after it had been entered into the land registry. Three years later their house was finished. Their ownership odyssey took them through shadowy worlds, past topographers, lawyers, and notaries, to the forestry agency, the archaeological and tax authorities, through the world of building permits, straight to the heart of a legion of stamp-wielding civil servants. Some wanted bribes under the table, some took an entire year to do a task that should only have taken a day, many said they were not responsible for the applications in question or their processing. Rarely was an application complete – they were forced to return with ever more additional paperwork requiring additional stamps from additional offices. A Paradise for Tax Fraud Further, every contractor supplied invoices far below the actual price paid by the Vorias. Not even the official receipt for the purchase of the land itself was accurate, despite the fact that two lawyers were present at the signing of the deed as required by law. This is a nationwide practice, and a situation well known to everyone involved: the land registry office, the judiciary, the tax authorities. Buying property is the most effective means of laundering money. “Even the building contractor didn’t think twice,” says Voria. He failed to account for the down payment of €2,000 in his final invoice. The couple is still waiting for him to return their money. Suing him for the amount makes little sense. “The building contractor is betting on that fact,” she says. The judicial system is simply inefficient. The administrative courts have a backlog of over 800,000 cases. To appeal a case from the lowest to the highest level takes almost 13 years; three years will pass before a case of tax evasion can even appear on the court docket. Despite all of these difficulties, the Vorias are content with village life, untroubled by noise pollution, traffic, or frequent strikes. Yet the idyll is misleading. Since the euro’s introduction, the island has become an easy getaway for Athenians. Through 2010 Euboea was riddled with construction. Coastlines and mountains fell victim to unrestrained development. Next to Aliveri, on a bare hillside with an ocean view, a new development with 500 houses – mostly weekend homes – appeared within just eight years. Water supply is a huge issue. Nearly every month in Krieza or the surrounding villages, a water main breaks or the pumps stop working. The dilapidated infrastructure is from the 1960s when the Regime of the Colonels delivered electricity and running water to Greek villages. Today’s crisis is the result of decades of patchwork. “The water quality is catastrophic!” says Kostas Lathouras, 51, a painter, plasterer, and handyman. “At the coffeehouse they serve bottled water with your coffee. That’s how bad the tap water is.” It makes stainless steel rust – village residents blame lime levels, Lathouras blames other aggressive substances. He tried to view the results of the last water quality analysis at the communal water supplier in Aliveri. Two tests per year are mandated by law. The office clerk gave him the mobile number of a supervisor. Lathouras called the number, but the person he spoke to claimed that he was not in charge; Lathouras was transferred again and again until he landed back at the office clerk. For the past three years, the city has performed no tests on its drinking water quality, claiming there was no funding for it. Such an analysis costs just €200. Vote for the Mayor, Get a Paved Driveway Lathouras was born in Sydney, returning to his parents’ village at 21. He is proud of his Greek heritage. But the fact that the city chooses to invest its money in projects like a cobblestone square featuring a bust honoring a hero of the revolution against the Ottomans rather than in overdue maintenance of the water supply network makes him seethe with anger. Standing on the new square in Krieza, he estimates the construction costs to be around €30,000. “The actual costs, however, are almost certainly 50 percent higher,” he believes. For such projects, the city invites tenders and collects bids. In the end, whomever the contract goes to has to negotiate two sums: the paper sum and the real one. The difference is divided by ratio and pocketed. This nationwide practice is well known by citizens, the tax authorities, and the state. In order to maintain their offices, the mayor of Aliveri, his six vice mayors, and the 48 local superintendents start sprucing everything up shortly before the local elections. Suddenly, sidewalks are repaired, squares are renovated, and whoever votes for the mayor is rewarded with a paved driveway to his barn. The state follows a similar, if grander pattern. How is it possible that Greece’s most powerful construction company appears to have a renewable subscription for large governmental projects? The three kilometer-long Rio-Antirrio Bridge, the Attika tollway, the new Acropolis Museum, the Olympic sporting facilities – all projects of the enterprising Bobolas family. And preceding every parliamentary election the number of state employees rises and tax revenues fall. Shortly before the European elections in 2014, Charlis Theocharis, head of the Greek tax authority and Troika-mandated chair of an independent special commission for tax revenue, announced firmer controls on and harsher punishments for tax evaders. After that, Theocharis was quickly removed from office. So long as the political caste continues to limit both the diligence and the efficiency of the tax authorities in order to guarantee its own power, fortunes, and continued political existence, Greece will continue to rack up budgetary deficits. Over €70 billion in outstanding taxes are missing from the state’s coffers. Close behind the square in Krieza stands the town’s three-story town hall, complete with underground parking and conference rooms, built in 2006 with EU structural funds. The building is large and modern, much larger than that of neighboring Aliveri, which is counting twenty times more inhabitants than Krieza. It houses eight employees who provide birth, death, and marriage certificates and maintain the water supply. If a pipe breaks, one of the employees sends the village plumber and a bucket excavator to the site. If a water meter is broken, a repairman is sent. Or not. For years, many homes have not had functioning water meters. It does not matter whether their usage is one or one thousand cubic liters per month, the bill is always exactly the same – a kind of water flat rate in a country selling off its national fleet of limousines in order to make a show of saving money. If the issue is raised, town hall officials simply nod – but nothing ever changes. Everyone in the village waves it off. “They’re being paid to do nothing,” is a widely shared view. Getting Ahead the Greek Way Since Greece’s founding, the state has traditionally been the largest employer. While the salaries are not always ample, the positions themselves are rock solid, and liberal working hours and lax monitoring make it possible for many to hold down second jobs – tax free, naturally. To score a job at city hall is not difficult. Qualifications are beside the point. What is needed to get employment – or a permit, or some other benefit – is connections, pure and simple. The politician Vyron Polydoras serves as a perfect example. In May 2012 he was elected president of the parliament for a single day, preceding the parliament’s near-immediate dissolution. Without hesitation, he assumed his duties and hired his daughter to work in the president’s office. Receiving state employment income without ever going to work, raking in money on faked health insurance invoices, paying taxes on an income twenty times smaller than the real wage, building houses how and where one likes despite strict building laws, claiming a disability pension despite perfect health, falsifying invoices and cooking the books on the side, paying bribes at the tax office, the building authority, the hospital, customs, the public health office –these large and small deceits cannot be pinned on the delinquency of any one specific group. It is a lived culture. There is no scandal that could spark true societal debate on the issue. Everyone always assumes the largest racket imaginable. Cheating is a national sport. Everyone practices it. And everyone has the same apology: “Everyone else is helping themselves. Why shouldn’t I?” Everyone complains about the state and everyone dreams of a civil servant’s desk chair. Greeks love their nation, Hellenic culture, the Orthodox Church. But they distrust state institutions. The state is an enemy. It holds its hand out at every opportunity. It is corrupt and corrupted, it fights corruption and creates it, it often makes its citizens’ lives difficult, but sometimes also sweeter. Its bureaucracy is a nightmare, a labyrinth of long corridors filled with dusty files. Its civil servants refuse to take responsibility, are incompetent, and take anyone needing their signature hostage. At the same time, the state is a resource-rich land of milk and honey. Every accountant, mayor, and minister enters this paradise as a conqueror. The plundered booty is shared in the safe harbor of the family. This is a world view that has been passed on from generation to generation for generations. Why support reform when it results in a loss of personal gain? Especially reforms that are, in the eyes of many, imposed from outside. Reforms that require a cultural and mental shift, and therefore both understanding and consent. The responsibility for delayed, impeded, and sabotaged reforms lies not only in the hands of the politicians: the votes of citizens contributed to the country’s economic decline. And the European Union looks on without intervention. “People are tired of reforms and demoralized by saving. The word reform doesn’t stand for making necessary improvements, but rather for digging deeper in their pocketbooks,” explains Panagiotis Karkatsoulis. He sits in his Athens office and talks himself into a fury. Karkatsoulis, 57, selected by an American organization as the best civil servant in the world, is a lawyer and reform expert. He is a policy adviser in the Ministry for Administrative Reform and e-Governance and now a member of parliament for the leftist-liberal To Potami party. Rather than first analyze the finer details of the governance jungle and then prepare the information necessary for reform, the state continuously cut salaries and fired personnel. “A short-term fiscal gain that will lead to long-term catastrophe,” he says. The problems preventing reform of the country are enormous. “The state apparatus is antiquated, overregulated, and hypercentralized.” The administration suffers from overlapping structures. Public service positions have no clearly defined duties or responsibilities. Competencies are divided across various agencies that sometimes contradict one another. The central administration has amassed 23,142 regulatory competencies that are constantly changing. A diagram illustrating how a single competency travels between myriad state structures would look like a drunken game of connect the dots. Greece desperately needs transparency and control. The newest set of taxation reforms had hardly been passed by the Samara government at the behest of the Troika before they were watered down and torpedoed by ad hoc minister resolutions granting exceptions, loopholes, and benefits to certain interest groups. Reforms that took months to negotiate are being undone through the back door. The reforms which actually trickle down to the offices of the tax authorities and city halls often have no application in reality. “The biggest stumbling block in implementing reform is clientelism,” says Karkatsoulis. Clientelism is like a climbing plant that has evolved over decades into a jungle. It proliferates in laws, climbs up regulations, sets roots in city hall, in parliament, in political parties, and has anchored itself in everyone’s minds. It has them all in a choke hold. It controls them. A society built an entire state on clientelism. State administration and political parties have been eaten away by it. “Only a big bang reform can put this ship back on course,” argues Karkatsoulis. But this would require external political pressure. The reform delays of thirty years cannot be undone so quickly, despite Syriza’s robust promises. No single government will be able to renew the entire state administration. Karkatsoulis’ call for a big bang reform will remain unheard; the political costs are simply too high. Too many profit from the system of dependency. He understands why the majority of the population supports the government in their hard tack against the creditors. “The citizens don’t want reforms, but they want to keep the euro. That isn’t a contradiction. Greeks have many identities. We are flexible. We are Europeans, and we are not Europeans.” As long as the Greeks receive nothing in return for their taxes, as long as there is inequality in taxation and a lack of socially balanced policy, as long as politicians avoid principles of transparency and merit like the plague, as long as clientelism continues to be fed by streams of money, as long as anything and everything except the common good can find its own selfish lobby, as long as an entire society insists on its benefits, privileges, bonuses, and perks – the retirees and the state employees, the politicians, the self-employed, the union members, the farmers, the truck drivers and kiosk owners, the church, the soccer clubs, even the Panhellenic Union of Rabbit Hunters – people will continue to expend all of their energy and creativity in finding new ways to avoid reform. Read more articles from the May/June 2015 issue FOR FREE in the Berlin Policy Journal App. Tags: Greece Great Games Revisited Deterrence Plus Richard Fraunberger has lived in Greece since 2001 and writes for German media including DIE ZEIT, Süddeutsche Zeitung, GEO, and Mare. Josh Raisher, August 31, 2016 In 140 Characters: Yanis Varoufakis Alexander Clarkson, October 30, 2018 Fortress Europeans Henning Hoff, September 1, 2017 The September/October 2017 Issue Out Now: May/June 2020 Issue +++ The coronavirus crisis has brought Europe and the rest of the world to a standstill. What are the effects of the pandemic on international affairs? The future of the EU depends on how it handles the crisis, argues Daniela Schwarzer. Much is riding on the German EU presidency. David Goodhart makes the case for a retreat from hyperglobalization, and Richard Sennett foresees big changes coming to our way of life; Efi Koutsokosta profiles Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis; Noah Gordon, in his Carbon Critical column, points out that solar, like oil, has its overcapacity problems; and much more +++ Berlin Policy Journal Podcast Berlin Policy Journal Podcast · Episode 8 - World, Interrupted: the Coronavirus’s Effect on International Affairs European Encounters European Encounters (#EuropeCounts), supported by Stiftung Mercator (2017-18), aims at contributing toward building a European public. Europeans from different ends and spheres of the continent exchange views on topics relevant to the whole EU. It’s time to make discussions truly European. BERLIN POLICY JOURNAL is a bimonthly digital magazine on European affairs, edited in Germany’s capital and published by the German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP). 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__label__cc	0.685301	0.314699	Problems of Leftwing Democracy Repost from the old site. In the comments section, astute commenter huy remarks on the conundrum of socialist democracy when capitalists retain control over the media and culture:: The only problem is that a socialist revolution would probably require a dictatorship and repression. This is because without dictatorship and repression, rich capitalists would be able to prevent significant social services and state planning in a democracy via their control of the media and peoples’ thoughts. I’m not for socialism as a long term thing, but only as a way to quickly develop a country’s infrastructure and economy, before gradual privatization of suitable sectors. I respond: huy is are correct as far as his first two sentences go. I will deal with the third sentence at the end. This conundrum is why Communists opted for the dictatorship of the proletariat, not because they are lovers of repression and haters of freedom. The rich capitalists, through their media control and also their cultural construction and fertilization creating Gramscian cultural hegemonies (what huy referred to as “control over people’s thoughts”), are typically able to prevent social services and state planning in a democracy. This is why Communists say that you never really have a democracy in capitalism. You always have a dictatorship of capital. Be that as it may, most folks nowadays do not seem to want to live under a dictatorship of the proletariat. Nevertheless, the roadblocks in the way of socialist democracy present a a serious problem. Not only are the capitalists able to thwart significant progressive change via media and cultural control, but the same capitalists, via control over the economy, are able to stage lockouts and capital strikes, to send their capital out of the country, to artificially create shortages, and to send wealthy housewives out into the streets beating pots and pans in a middle and upper class strike, etc. These housewife pot-banging strikes occurred in Chile under Allende, Venezuela under Chavez, and just recently occurred again in Argentina when President Kirchner tried to tax booming agricultural exports. The big ag producers in Argentina responded by trying to starve the cities by staging ag strikes and refusing to ship produce to the cities so the people would have nothing to eat. What is ominous about this is that these same rich housewife pot-banging demos and a latifundista (large landowner elite) strike presaged the coup that brought the death squads into power in Argentina in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. The generals stayed in power for several years, during which they murdered 30,000 leftwing Argentines, the vast majority of whom were just idealistic young people working with the poor and had not taken up arms at all. The capitalists will usually try to stage a coup through their control over the military too. That is why Hugo Chavez is correct in cleansing the corrupt bosses’ oil workers’ union, in cleansing the officer corps of the military of reactionary elements, and putting in some state media. The corrupt state oil workers union was a white collar union of well to do managers who had been operating the state oil company as a personal ATM for decades. They were behind the owners’ lockout strike that followed the coup, and after Chavez fired those who had been behind the lockout and sabotage, they destroyed much of the records and paperwork of the oil company before they left. Clearly they had to go. In the previous coup attempt, the middle and upper-class officer corps supported the coup, but the enlisted men, who came from the poor, did not. The poor rank and file military refused their officers’ orders, and the officers backed down. Hence, cleansing the officer corps of coup supporters was a must. Getting a foot in the door of the Right’s media monopoly was also important. Previously, the rich had all of the papers, magazines and especially TV stations and they used these to wage continuous lying propaganda war against Chavez. Furthermore, the entire rightwing media not only supported the coup attempt against Chavez but was actively complicit in it. For that treason, Chavez is perfectly within his rights to shut down the entire rightwing media. He only does not do this because of the international outcry it would arouse. The Right did the same thing with their media control during the Allende regime in Chile, printing wild lies about Cuban armies offshore and hiding in Chilean bases ready to invade Chile and impose Communism at gunpoint. Middle class and upper class capital strikes can be devastating to the economy, and most folks, no matter how revolutionary, just get tired of the economic pain after a while and vote to put the reactionaries back in power. Sanctions work the same way. The US and UK and sometimes France and Canada (when those two latter states are in an imperialist mood) usually slap sanctions on democratic Left states as soon as possible. Recent examples are Nicaragua, Haiti and Zimbabwe (at first democratic, now increasingly dictatorial), and this alone is enough to devastate the economy and cause the people to vote out the Left and put reactionaries back in power. What happens is that in an effort to get some control of the country back and fight back against all of this US plots, the Left regime often starts becoming more authoritarian and less democratic. Then the US says it’s a dictatorship and needs to be overthrown on that basis. If that doesn’t work, the US forms a reactionary contra counterrevolutionary army that goes around killing any civilian that is pro-Left, murdering teachers and health care workers, burning down schools, ag cooperatives and health care facilities and just making the place ungovernable. In order to fend off contras and coups, Chavez has built up his military and even armed the population. One more thing the US does is to flood money into the democratic Left country to buy the election of the reactionaries via all sorts of fake civil society groups. A good way to stop this is to ban all money coming to political groups from outside the country, but that is easier said than done. The money seems to find its way in anyway. The US and its reactionary allies also stage bombings, shootings, riots, etc, against democratic Left states, and then often blames them on the Left. This is what they did in Chavez’ Venezuela, Aristide’s Haiti and Mossadegh’s Iran. If worse comes to worse and none of the above works, the Left regime is overthrown by a coup and replaced by a reactionary dictatorship. This dictatorship typically then institutes a reign of terror in which anywhere from 100’s to 1 million progressives are killed all over the land. This is what happened in Indonesia in 1965, when 1 million Leftists were killed in a CIA coup. What is even creepier is that while the Left is in power, the CIA is usually running around the country making up lists of leftwingers. As soon as the coup comes, the CIA hands over the lists to the death squad Right now in power, and they use these lists to hunt down progressives and murder them. So if a Left regime is in power, there is always the terror of a future coup followed by a murder spree against anyone politically active in the regime. This is enough to make people afraid to get politically active. The reign of terror itself so so terrorizes the population that most people are afraid to get involved in progressive politics for years or even decades afterwards. Why get involved? Who is to say when the death squads will come back in power and try to kill you for being politically active in Left politics? All of this makes socialist democracy or even social democracy in backwards states almost impossible to achieve. On the other hand, lots of leftwingers are trying to figure out a way to have some sort of socialist or even Marxist democracy, despite all the challenges. The Sandinistas had a democratic socialist revolution, and Hugo Chavez is having one too. The Nepalese Maoists support 100% democracy. There’s new thinking with a lot of Communists nowadays that socialism is not really possible without total democracy. When I look at Cuba and I think about a few dissidents getting thrown in prison, is that really worse than masses of people dying early from preventable death or not having enough food to eat, or living in shantytown hovels, or prostituting themselves, or homeless kids sniffing glue, turning into criminals and getting killed by cops as happens all over Latin America? Third World capitalist nightmare states punish an awful lot of innocent people too. Doesn’t Cuba punish a lot fewer innocent people by clapping a few dissidents in prison than are harmed in these failing 3rd world capitalist states? In India, capitalism is killing 4 million people a year. That’s a five-alarm fire right there. If we had a socialist revolution there even with a dictatorship and saved 4 million lives a year, would it be worth it for a few folks slapped in prison? I do think that the new way of Chavez, the Sandinistas, the FMLN of El Salvador and the Nepalese Maoists is the better way to go. Nothing wrong with democracy. If the people reject socialism at the polls and go back to capitalism and lots of them go hungry, go homeless, drink sewage water, get sick, get crippled and start dying, I guess we can say that they made a choice to have that happen to themselves. Most socialist countries did go socialist for a while (usually decades) to develop the economy and then go towards capitalism after they were pretty well developed. People have no idea how much of China’s economic growth is based on the foundations laid by decades of Maoism. At any rate, most do not realize China is still a very socialist country in many ways. The Communists in Russia built that place up from nothing. Without the USSR, Russia would probably be like India or Afghanistan. The Vietnamese and Laotian Communists are also putting in a lot of capitalism, and North Korea now has joint partnerships for foreign investors. I support Vietnam, Laos, North Korea, Cuba and Venezuela in their experiments at mixed economy. I also really like social market of Belarus. Really what we ought to look at is does the system give us the outcomes that we want? If it does, it doesn’t matter what mixtures of socialist, collective and private ownership it has. There are also all sorts of ways of enterprise ownership. We can have nonprofits, labor collectives, family-run businesses, single owners and ownership by neighborhoods, towns, cities, states and nations. All of these forms of ownership are operating all over the world as you read this. The cooperative sector in particular is a great way to go, and most do not realize it is a non-capitalist economic system. Worker-owned firms compete with each other, and there is no exploitation of labor as in capitalism. One of the best examples of that is the Mondragon cooperatives in the Basque Country. Most Cuban agriculture is now run by cooperatives. In the cooperative model, you get away from the management-labor conflict you see in capitalism. Author Robert LindsayPosted on November 24, 2010 Categories Afghanistan, Africa, Agricutlure, Americas, Argentina, Asia, Britain, Canada, Capitalism, Caribbean, Central America, Chile, China, Cuba, Culture, Economics, El Salvador, Eurasia, Europe, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Iran, Journalism, Labor, Laos, Latin America, Left, Maoism, Marxism, NE Asia, Nepal, North America, North Korea, Politics, Regional, Reposts From The Old Site, Russia, SE Asia, South America, South Asia, Spain, US Politics, USA, Venezuela, Vietnam 0 thoughts on “Problems of Leftwing Democracy” lafayette sennacherib says: Great stuff Robert. Robert Lindsay says: Thank you, LS! Reading back over it, I’m quite proud myself. I hardly even believe I wrote that! Bernardo Carpio says: Great piece Robert. I wish a lot more Americans were aware of the facts that you have written about above. We in the Third World are always at the receiving end of the US’s machinery of terror and we need more allies like you. I guess corporate control of US media is so tight, that most citizens are unaware of what’s really happening. Take this piece from the New York Times for example: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/07/opinion/07kristof.html?_r=1 “From 1980 to 2005, more than four-fifths of the total increase in American incomes went to the richest 1 percent.” Why aren’t more Americans outraged at the blatant inequality of it all? Jason Y says: Both left and right wing regimes are based on terror, because if they got soft, then the other group would take over. Previous Previous post: More on Socialist Institutions in Capitalist States Next Next post: In America, Socialism Is Everywhere	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2806
__label__wiki	0.76407	0.76407	Cambodia Expats Online: Forum \| News \| Information \| Blog Cambodia's Most Popular Expat Community Forums: Breaking News \| Blogs \| Nightlife \| Khmer Culture \| Information \| Living, Working & Moving to Cambodia Cambodia Expats Online Cambodia Expats Online Cambodia Forums Cambodia In General Newsworthy It is currently Sun Jan 17, 2021 12:53 pm Register/Login to CEO with your Social Media Account: 6 or 7 story building collaspes in Kep Breaking news from Cambodia can be found here. CEO often finds Khmer news and translates it into English for our readers if it is interesting to expats, locals, Cambodians living abroad and anyone who wants to stay informed of the latest local and international news stories about Cambodia and our neighbors in South East Asia. There are many sources for Khmer news articles and they can all be found here in one place. Most of the media comes out of Phnom Penh, Siem Reap or Sihanoukville, but we cover national Cambodian news from all provinces. CEOCambodiaNews Location: CEO Newsroom in Phnom Penh, Cambodia Contact CEOCambodiaNews Re: 6 or 7 story building collaspes in Kep Post by CEOCambodiaNews » Wed Jan 08, 2020 10:26 pm From social media: Cambodia Expats Online: Bringing you breaking news from Cambodia before you read it anywhere else! Have a story or an anonymous news tip for CEO? Need advertising? CONTACT US Cambodia Expats Online is the most popular community in the country. JOIN TODAY Follow CEO on social media: Post by CEOCambodiaNews » Fri Jan 10, 2020 8:53 am After investigation, officials have announced that the construction had too many floors, was structurally unsound, and had used wrong materials. Collapsed Building Had Too Little Rebar, Wrong Cement, Officials Say So JayaUdom Thu Jan 9, 2020 9:55 pm Officials in Kep province, where 36 people were killed when an unfinished building collapsed on them last week, said the construction had various technical failures — from using incorrect materials to building too many floors — and diverged from what the building permit allowed. A defense lawyer for the building’s owners, however, denied that it was more stories than it was supposed to be, and said his clients were not criminally responsible, but had agreed to pay compensation to the victims. The building, owned by Ek Sarun and his wife Chhiv Sothy, fell on January 3 in Kep city, killing workers and family members inside, including six children, and injuring 23 other people who were pulled from the debris for three days by rescuers. The couple were released on bail this week after being charged with manslaughter and causing injury. A court spokesman said they were under court restrictions and not allowed to leave the country. Soth Puthi Manin, a deputy director of the provincial land management department, told VOD on Wednesday that the building had seven floors, including a mezzanine level on the ground floor, but owners had requested a permit for a five-story building. The mezzanine slabs, which were not included in the building permit request, were added after the fourth floor had been built, Puthi Manin said. “It’s wrong. Technically wrong. It is completely wrong,” he said. Lay Vannara, another deputy director of Kep’s land management department, told VOD on Monday that the building began construction five months before the Kep provincial governor signed off on the permit in August. He also said the builders had been permitted to construct a six-story building. It was unclear why Vannara told VOD that the permit was for a six-story building, while his colleague, Puthi Manin, later said the permit was for a five-story building. Hours after the building fell the Kep provincial administration said that it was six stories while most media outlets, including VOD, reported that the building was seven. In a photo of the building before it collapsed, which was published by government-aligned Fresh News on January 3, the building is seen to have seven floors, including the ground floor and a top floor with a partial roof. Defense lawyer Kong Sam Onn, however, disputed that the unfinished building had seven floors, calling the provincial administration’s statement and media reports incorrect. Sam Onn argued that the ground floor and rooftop terrace should not be counted as floors of the building. “In fact, it is not seven floors. It is five floors,” he told VOD. “Why do we have to count it as five floors? Because the ground floor is not counted. [It] is not counted as a floor, and the rooftop, it is called a terrace. That is not counted as a floor,” he said. The lawyer admitted that the builders started construction before receiving a permit, but said that they were just laying the foundation. “In fact, the construction had been done after requested but the request was not decided … because there was a negotiation with the authorities,” Sam Onn said. “The construction within those few months was just the preparation of the land and it did not mean that the construction had started five months before requesting permission,” he added. Sam Onn also said his clients would not accept criminal responsibility, since they were not responsible for the technical construction work, but they would pay civil compensation. In the aftermath of the 36 deaths, Land Management Minister Chea Sophara created an 11-member ad hoc group to assess the quality of the building’s construction. Land management official Puthi Manin said he had participated in the assessment and the results had been sent up the government chain of command. The group found that only eight steel reinforcing rods were used in the construction of each concrete pillar while building standards called for 16 steel rods in each pillar, according to Puthi Manin. Cement plaster intended for walls was also found to have been used for the floor slabs, he said. In addition, the removal of support scaffolding too soon also contributed to the building collapse, Puthi Manin said. Sam Onn, the lawyer, said the building, which was valued at more than $400,000, was developed on a plot of about 600 square meters and was built for his clients’ five children. However, Kep provincial governor Ken Satha expressed doubt that the building was meant to house the owners’ family, claiming it was built for a commercial purpose. “It is a communal accommodation,” like a condo, Satha said. “That is already a commercial building.” He said the couple had also built and operated a guesthouse in Preah Sihanouk province. https://vodenglish.news/collapsed-build ... cials-say/ (Translated and edited from the original article on VOD Khmer) Post by CEOCambodiaNews » Tue Jan 14, 2020 6:00 pm A review has concluded that shoddy materials were to blame for the accident, but who was responsible ? The owners, the architect, the construction company, the local officials that issued the permit, the building inspectors who did not inspect ? The construction manager and his children died in the building collapse. The owners have been released on bail and the governor of Kep has many friends. So, unfortunately, it seems likely that the owners will pay out compensation for the victims, but the officials will not be held accountible, and the lack of oversight on building constructions in Cambodia will carry on as usual. Shoddy construction blamed for Kep building collapse A government working group investigating the deadly building collapse in Kep province yesterday blamed shoddy construction, including the use of poor quality pillars, for the incident. Tep Thon, a secretary of state at the Land Management Ministry and head of the working group, yesterday said poor quality cement was used to coat iron bars which supported the seven-storey building. “The construction of the building was not done according to technical standards. For example, the southwestern pillars were too weak to support the building,” Mr Thon said. “Based on technical standards, the [contractor] needs to use 16 iron bars but he used only eight iron bars to support each pillar.” “The workers also said that they mixed the cement used to coat the pillars by hand instead of using cement mixers as is standard practice,” he said. He also confirmed reports saying the building’s construction started before approval was given by the provincial administration. Asked why the authorities allowed the contractor to construct the building before getting approval, Mr Thon blamed such incidents on the builders themselves. “It is normal practice for Khmer builders to start working on buildings as soon as possible, even if the law requires them to ask for permission first because the date for construction to start had already been set. We can’t blame them,” he said. Mr Thon refused to say who would be held responsible for the collapse. https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50679407/s ... g-collapse frizzie77 Post by frizzie77 » Tue Jan 14, 2020 6:23 pm CEOCambodiaNews wrote: ↑Tue Jan 14, 2020 6:00 pm “It is normal practice for Khmer builders to start working on buildings as soon as possible, even if the law requires them to ask for permission first because the date for construction to start had already been set. We can’t blame them,” he said. I see, the secretary of state Mr Thon basically says: "Disobeying the law is perfectly OK!" The Kingdom of Wonder strikes again. King Keil Post by King Keil » Tue Jan 14, 2020 7:34 pm Fucking disgusting, 36 people got killed. And that after the shit show in Sihanoukville. All the officials and the owner should be held accountable. Post by PIEMAN » Wed Jan 15, 2020 6:44 am never going to happen in a country were money means more than lives/ Meat pie Sausage Roll come on Rovers score a goal. https://www.facebook.com/Pieman-Phnom-P ... 711967235/ Post by CEOCambodiaNews » Thu Jan 30, 2020 7:15 pm Working group finishes disbursing Kep building collapse donations The government working group in charge of collecting donations to support families of victims of the deadly building collapse in Kep province has wrapped up its task on Tuesday. The group collected $2.2 million and has distributed the money to survivors and the families of those who died in the January 3 incident. Speaking to reporters during a press conference to end rescue operations at the scene early this month, Prime Minister HE announced that the families of those who died in the collapse would each get $50,000 raised by the government and donors. He noted that those who survived would get $10,000 each while seven victims who were trapped under the rubble for several hours would receive $20,000 each. He also said he hopes the payout will help ease the suffering and difficulties of victims who were injured and the families of the deceased. Seng Tieng, Mr HE’s personal assistant who was in charge of the donation collection, confirmed yesterday that all the dead victims’ families and the survivors received the appropriation. A total of 36 people, including children, were killed and 23 were injured after the collapse of the seven-storey building in Kep city on January 3. https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50685220/w ... -donations pczz Location: phnom penh Post by pczz » Fri Jan 31, 2020 8:20 am PIEMAN wrote: ↑Wed Jan 15, 2020 6:44 am never going to happen in a country were money means more than lives/ WHat? you mean like the gremnfell tower diaster in the Uk where the enquiry is busy absolving the council, the plannign officials and the fire brigade? Corruption and bad practice in the buildign industry is rampant, world wide and noone truly responsible ever gets punished Sir Duncan Location: Wonder Why Central Post by Duncan » Fri Jan 31, 2020 9:00 am CEOCambodiaNews wrote: ↑Thu Jan 30, 2020 7:15 pm January 30, 2020 My Abacus is not working properly,,,, can someone do some adding up for me . Cambodia,,,, Don't fall in love with her. Like the spoilt child she is, she will not be happy till she destroys herself from within and breaks your heart. Doc67 Location: PHNOM PENH !!!!! Post by Doc67 » Fri Jan 31, 2020 10:22 am Duncan wrote: ↑Fri Jan 31, 2020 9:00 am 36 x $50k = $1,800,000 ($400,000 left) 7 x $20,000 = $140,000 ($260,000 left) 16 x $10,000 = $160,000 ($0.00 left) Makes perfect sense to me. Am I missing something? Do you believe this story? Last post by xxxxxxx « Sun Aug 26, 2018 12:38 am Posted in The Rest Of The World by Sidewalker » Sat Aug 25, 2018 10:23 pm » in The Rest Of The World Last post by xxxxxxx Koh Phangan - Story Last post by violet « Tue Jun 25, 2019 9:35 am by Cinnamoncat » Tue Jun 25, 2019 3:03 am » in The Rest Of The World Here's a story about Koh Phangan. Initially it may have gone into my book, but I had to cut words... 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__label__wiki	0.912979	0.912979	What we do and the Combined Authority Board The OxCam Arc Combined Authority Board Business Board Members Eastern Agri-Tech Growth Initiative Energy Hub Growth Funds Growth Hub Business Board News Local Economic Recovery Strategy Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Independent Commission on Climate Home > News > Internationally renowned tunnel engineer Lord Mair appointed chair CAM delivery company Internationally renowned tunnel engineer Lord Mair appointed chair CAM delivery company Renowned civil engineer Lord Robert Mair CBE, recognised internationally as an authority on major infrastructure projects involving tunnelling, has been appointed chair of the delivery company for the Cambridgeshire Autonomous Metro (CAM). The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority today (September 30, 2020) approved a recommendation to make Lord Mair board chair of the CAM special purpose vehicle (SPV), which has been incorporated with the name One CAM Limited. The appointment has been welcomed by Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough James Palmer, who said Lord Mair’s appointment represents an important milestone for CAM and the ongoing transition to delivery via the dedicated One CAM Ltd SPV. Lord Mair’s career has combined work as a leading academic at the University of Cambridge with providing cutting-edge expertise for a range of challenging underground construction schemes nationally and globally. Business case work completed on CAM so far has identified tunnels under Cambridge city centre as a key component of creating a joined-up, world-leading regional public transport network. Lord Mair’s extensive experience includes being involved in the design and construction of London’s Jubilee Line Extension, HS1 and Crossrail. He is currently advising on design and construction aspects of HS2. Lord Mair has advised on or been a member of expert review panels for major international underground construction projects, notably metro projects in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Bologna, Florence, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Rome, Singapore and Warsaw. Mayor James Palmer said: “The appointment of Lord Mair is another step forward for the delivery of CAM. The dedicated delivery body, One CAM Ltd, will harness the leading expertise locally, nationally and internationally, we need to make CAM happen. “With Lord Mair as board chair, we have someone who is globally recognised as being at the very cutting edge of advanced infrastructure delivery. With his Cambridge roots, I could not think of anyone better to be the first chair of our delivery body tasked with delivering an innovative, world-leading public transport network for our region. “This is another key step forward for CAM. We will continue to build up the SPV with the right expertise to drive CAM’s delivery. Alongside this we are continuing to press forward the development of a One CAM approach, which will deliver CAM as one, integrated system. “And we have just launched a challenge to some of the best brains in the market to help shape the future of the Cambridgeshire Autonomous Metro (CAM) by developing conceptual designs for the vehicle, its infrastructure and how the system might operate.” On being recommended for appointment, Lord Robert Mair said last week: “I grew up, went to school and graduated in Cambridge, returning to the University in 1998 after 27 years in industry. With this background I have a very strong affection and affiliation with this great city and the region. “The vision for CAM is exciting. A flexible, innovative system will be essential in creating the better transport future the region needs and deserves, while also delivering the decarbonised journeys needed to help safeguard the environment. The unprecedented effects of a global pandemic have also caused a significant shift in how people travel, which must also be factored into any new transport scheme. “Now is the moment to deliver a truly pioneering system benefitting people and businesses across the region for decades to come.” Lord Mair is Emeritus Professor of Civil Engineering and Director of Research at the University of Cambridge and was President of the Institution of Civil Engineers from 2017-18. He sits as chair of the Department for Transport’s (DfT) Science Advisory Council, providing independent scientific and technical advice to DfT on all matters relating to road, rail, marine and aviation. Since 2015, he has sat as an Independent Crossbench Member of the House of Lords and is a member of its Select Committee on Science and Technology. The next steps will be the recruitment of the SPV Board, with recommended appointees set to be brought back to the November meeting. 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__label__wiki	0.903273	0.903273	News Vergara Named To Final List Of Officials Referee June 19, 2002 Vergara Named To Final List Of Officials Ottawa, Ontario – The Canadian Soccer Association today announced Canadian assistant referee Hector Vergara has been chosen as one of the 32 officials (16 referees and 16 assistant referees) who will work the final eight games of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Vergara, from Winnipeg, Manitoba, has already worked four games at the World Cup including England vs Argentina and Sweden vs Senegal in the Round of 16. Seventy-two officials selected for the 2002 FIFA World Cup were chosen based on their performance ratings over the past few years. Those 72 referees were evaluated after their first and second round games, and 32 were selected to continue working the elimination phase of the tournament. CONCACAF is represented by four officials: Referees Brian Hall (USA) and Felipe Ramos Rizo (Mexico) and Assistant Referees Hector Vergara (Canada) and Michael Ragoonath (Trinidad and Tobago) Officials Selected for the Final Eight Matches (16 referees and 16 assistant referees) Ali Bujsaim (UAE), Coffi Codjia (BEN), Pierluigi Collina (ITA), Hugh Dallas (SCO), Anders Frisk (SWE), Gamal Ghandour (EGY), Brian Hall (USA), Saad Mane (KUW), Urs Meier (SUI), Markus Merk (GER), Felipe Ramos Rizo (MEX), Oscar Ruiz (COL), Mark Shield (AUS), Carlos Simon (BRA), Gilles Veissiere (FRA) Assistant Referees Ali Al Traifi (KSA), Evzen Amler (CZE), Frederic Arnault (FRA), Dramane Dante (MLI), Miguel Giacomuzzi (PAR), Visva Krishnan (SIN), Leif Lindberg (SWE), Heiner Muller (GER), Michael Ragoonath (TRI), Jorge Rattalino (ARG), Mohamed Saeed (MDV), Philip Sharp (ENG), Igor Sramka (SVK), Ali Tomusange (UGA), Hector Vergara (CAN), Maciej Wierzbowski (POL) Guidelines for the Return to Soccer Canada Soccer outlines return to soccer guidelines. The return to soccer guidelines provide member organizations with a five-step process, including a checklist of weighted questions known as the Return to Soccer Assessment Tool. SEE GUIDELINES	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2811
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__label__wiki	0.537767	0.537767	cannels cannels.com Home/bulgaria/14 Lamborghini registered in Sofia, 110 bentals, 248 – porters 14 Lamborghini registered in Sofia, 110 bentals, 248 – porters bulgaria November 10, 2018 bulgaria, България Donko Barbalov We are preparing a computer – the owners themselves will be able to calculate the new amount of the levy, says Deputy Mayor Doncho Barbalov 14 lambornins are registered in Sofia. Bentley transports 110 Sofia residents and 248 porters. Among the retro cars there are 4 cars "Chaika", 177 tramp and 207 Moskvicha, according to a report of the City of Sofia at the request of "24 hours". The biggest car in Sofia is Volkswagen. Various models have 50,352 drivers. Follows Opel – 36 019 and Skoda – 12 597. 13 085 are cars that were newly registered in the capital from January to early September. It is 1641 above compared to the same period in 2017 – then it was 11 444. Most of them are young with the Euro 6 – 12 946 and Euro 5 – only 17. Total cars with Euro 6 and Euro 5 registered in the capital, is 103 781, according to data of tax offices. Electric cars are 254. Following the changes to the Local Taxes and Fees Act, which introduce a new car tax concept from 2019, the Metropolitan Municipality will choose the minimum rates provided by the legislator. This proposal will be submitted to Deputy Finance Minister Doncho Barbalov. According to the law, they are different for old and new cars. Greater than Euro 3 is projected to increase by 10 to 20%, while for Euro 4 the ecological factor entails a depreciation of 20 to 60%. The changes will affect virtually all car owners – some will increase the levy and others will decrease. "According to our estimates, every third car in Sofia will have a tax cut, we are preparing a computer to make it easier for owners, and they will be able to judge the new tax rate itself," said Barbalov. Preliminary accounts show that the owner of Opel Corsa since 1994 without Eurostandard and with lower power will already pay 32 leva instead of the current 23 leva. For Polo in 1999 without Eurostandard instead of 9 leva, the tax will be 32 leva. For the new Volkswagen Passat, however, the levy will be reduced – from $ 482 to $ 402. Owners of the BMW X6 instead of 2,500 will owe 1,700 euros. Subscription to print or electronic "24 hours", as well as other editions of Media Group Bulgaria. Young Elon Musk buys his first supercar Athletic Bilbao and the beams stopped Real in the Super Cup final – World Football – Spain ,; – DNES.BG Siderov wants control of Information Services and Removal of Dead Souls (Video) The sequel to “Sex and the City” comes without Kim Cattrall Musk made a shocking decision about his countless wealth Powered by https://cannels.com \| Designed by cannels	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2819
__label__wiki	0.619623	0.619623	Cardiovascular and Metabolic Risk A Proposal for the Cutoff Point of Waist Circumference for the Diagnosis of Metabolic Syndrome in the Japanese Population Kazuo Hara, MD, PHD123, Yumi Matsushita, PHD13, Momoko Horikoshi, MD, PHD1, Nobuo Yoshiike, MD, PHD3, Tetsuji Yokoyama, PHD4, Heizo Tanaka, MD, PHD5 and Takashi Kadowaki, MD, PHD123 1Department of Metabolic Diseases, Graduate School of Medicine, University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan 2Core Research for Evolutional Science and Technology, Japan Science and Technology Corporation, Tokyo, Japan 3National Institute of Health and Nutrition, Tokyo, Japan 4National Institute of Public Health, Saitama, Japan 5Seitoku College, Tokyo, Japan Address correspondence and reprint requests to Dr. Takashi Kadowaki, University of Tokyo, Graduate School of Medicine, Department of Metabolic Diseases, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8655, Japan. E-mail: kadowaki-3im{at}h.u-tokyo.ac.jp Diabetes Care 2006 May; 29(5): 1123-1124. https://doi.org/10.2337/dc05-2540 IDF, International Diabetes Federation NCEP III, National Cholesterol Education Program’s Adult Treatment Panel III ROC, receiver operator characteristic Over the past 2 decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of subjects with the metabolic syndrome in Japan as well as in Western countries. Because subjects with the metabolic syndrome have an elevated risk of development of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases (1–3), there is an urgent need to establish strategies to prevent an epidemic of this syndrome. In particular, a practical and sensitive screening system must be established to detect the metabolic syndrome. At present, there are two internationally recognized definitions of the metabolic syndrome, namely those of the World Health Organization (4) and the National Cholesterol Education Program’s Adult Treatment Panel III (NCEP III) (5). In an attempt to establish a unified definition for the metabolic syndrome, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) has very recently announced a new definition of the metabolic syndrome that is expected to be suitable for use in clinical practice worldwide (6). The IDF defines metabolic syndrome as the presence of central obesity plus any two of the following four factors (raised triglyceride level, reduced HDL cholesterol, raised blood pressure, and raised fasting plasma glucose). The IDF recommended that the cutoff level used for the waist circumference to define central obesity should be different among different ethnic groups (7). In fact, the new IDF definition has proposed ethnicity-specific cutoff values for waist circumference, namely, 94 and 80 cm for European men and women, respectively, and 85 and 90 cm for Japanese men and women, respectively. Nonetheless, the IDF has strongly recommended that more extensive investigations should be performed before suitable cutoff levels are established for use in clinical practice (7). In this study, we investigated the relationship between the cutoff values used for the waist circumference to define central obesity and rates of detection of subjects having multiple risk factors of the metabolic syndrome and attempted to determine the most suitable cutoff level of waist circumference for the diagnosis of metabolic syndrome in a community-based cohort. Among subjects who enrolled themselves for a routine health examination in Shibata, Niigata Prefecture, from 2000 to 2001, we invited 692 subjects ranging in age from 30 to 80 years (408 men and 284 women) to participate in this study. Well-trained interviewers recorded the histories of drug usage for hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and diabetes from all participants. The waist circumference was measured midway between the lowest rib and the iliac crest with a flexible anthropometric tape (8). The present study was approved by the ethics review committee of the University of Tokyo, and written informed consent was obtained from all of the subjects. Definition of the state of risk-factor clustering In this study, subjects with two or more of the following four risk factors of the criteria of the NCEP III were defined as having multiple risk factors: 1) triglycerides ≥150 mg/dl, 2) HDL cholesterol <40 mg/dl in men and <50 mg/dl in women, 3) systolic blood pressure ≥130 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure ≥85 mmHg, 4) fasting plasma glucose ≥110 mg/dl (impaired fasting glucose). Subjects with a history of hyperlipidemia, hypertension, or diabetes were deemed as having the respective risk factors, regardless of the biochemical values. The receiver operator characteristic (ROC) curve for waist circumference to predict the presence of two or more risk factors of the metabolic syndrome, as defined by the NCEP III (except for waist circumstance), was plotted using JMP for Windows, Version 4.00 (SAS Institute, Cary, NC). The mean age of the study subjects was 52.3 ± 9.0 years for men and 53.5 ± 9.0 years for women. The mean waist circumference was 83.5 ± 7.8 cm in men and 74.3 ± 7.6 cm in women. The prevalence of high serum triglycerides was 30.4% in men and 9.9% in women. The prevalence of low serum HDL cholesterol was 6.6% in men and 9.2% in women. The prevalence of subjects with high blood pressure as defined by the NCEP III was 43.9% in men and 34.5% in women. The prevalence of impaired fasting glucose was 24.8% in men and 10.9% in women. The prevalence of multiple risk factors was 28.7% in men and 14.1% in women. We plotted the ROC curve to determine the cutoff values of waist circumference in relation to the detection of multiple risk factors for the Japanese population (Fig. 1). According to the ROC curve, the cutoff level yielding the maximal sensitivity plus specificity for predicting the presence of multiple risk factors was 85 cm in men and 78 cm in women. The sensitivity and specificity using these cutoff values were 70.9 and 69.8%, respectively, in men and 60.0 and 77.1%, respectively, in women. Alternatively, given that waist circumference criteria is used for the first screening of subjects as a prerequisite for the diagnosis of metabolic syndrome, setting a cutoff level to obtain a high sensitivity of at least 80% may be justified, even if it possibly considerably decreases specificity. According to the ROC curve in this study, an optimal cutoff value for waist circumference to detect multiple risk factors was 83 cm in men and 73 cm in women, with a corresponding specificity of 54.0 and 47.1%, respectively (Fig. 1). In the present study, we proposed an optimal cutoff point of waist circumference for the diagnosis of metabolic syndrome in the Japanese population: 85 cm in men and 78 cm in women, yielding the maximal sensitivity plus specificity, or 83 cm in men and 73 cm in women, yielding at least 80% sensitivity for predicting the presence of multiple risk factors. It apparently seems that the cutoff point of waist circumference described in the present study is much shorter than that recently proposed by the IDF, especially in women. However, it should be taken into consideration that there was a difference in the method of measuring waist circumference between this study and in the criteria outlined by the IDF; we measured waist circumference at the “mid” level and the IDF measured at the umbilical level. Waist circumference at the umbilical level is thought to be several centimeters longer than that measured at the “mid” level in women, whereas values measured at the “mid” and umbilical levels tend to be very similar in men. Thus, appropriate cutoff points for waist circumference at the umbilical level would be ∼80 cm in women and ∼85 cm in men. Further studies must be performed to elucidate the most suitable method of measuring waist circumference and its most appropriate cutoff point. The ROC curves for waist circumference to predict the presence of two or more risk factors of the metabolic syndrome, as defined by the NCEP III except for waist circumstance, in men (A) and women (B). ○, cutoff waist circumference yielding the maximal sensitivity plus specificity for predicting the presence of multiple risk factors. •, cutoff waist circumference yielding at least 80% sensitivity for predicting the presence of multiple risk factors. K.H. and Y.M. contributed equally to this work. A table elsewhere in this issue shows conventional and Système International (SI) units and conversion factors for many substances. The costs of publication of this article were defrayed in part by the payment of page charges. The article must therefore be hereby marked “advertisement” in accordance with 18 U.S.C. Section 1734 solely to indicate this fact. Received January 23, 2006. Lakka HM, Laaksonen DE, Lakka TA, Niskanen LK, Kumpusalo E, Tuomilehto J, Salonen JT: The metabolic syndrome and total and cardiovascular disease mortality in muddle-aged men. JAMA 288 : 2709 –2716,2002 Isomaa B, Almgren P, Tuomi T, Forsén B, Lahti K, Nissén M, Taskinen M-R, Groop L: Cardiovascular morbidity and mortality associated with the metabolic syndrome. Diabetes Care 24 : 683 –689,2001 Grundy SM, Brewer HB Jr, Cleeman JI, Smith SC Jr, Lenfant C, American Heart Association, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute: Definition of metabolic syndrome: report of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute/American Heart Association conference on scientific issues related to definition. Circulation 109 : 433 –438,2004 World Health Organization: Definition, Diagnosis and Classification of Diabetes and its Complications: Report of a WHO consultation. Geneva, World Health Org.,1999 (WHO/NCD/NCS/99.2) Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults: Executive Summary of The Third Report of The National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol In Adults (Adult Treatment Panel). JAMA 285 : 2486 –2497,2001 International Diabetes Federation: A new worldwide definition of the metabolic syndrome [article online],2005 . Available from http://www.idf.org/home. Accessed 14 April 2005 Tan C-E, Ma S, Wai D, Chew S-K, Tai E-S: Can we apply the National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Panel definition of the metabolic syndrome to Asians? Diabetes Care 27 : 1182 –1186,2004 World Health Organization: Measuring Obesity: Classification and Description of Anthropometric Data. 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__label__cc	0.521663	0.478337	Program Administrator, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine UR Medicine Labs UR Medicine is made up of many parts, all devoted to providing highly advanced medical care. Our Mission of “Ever Better” means we improve the well-being of patients and communities by delivering innovative, compassionate, patient and family-centered health care, enriched by education, science and technology. Our Vision is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment that guides and transforms our approaches to healthcare, education, research and community partnerships. UR Medicine Labs is in search of a healthcare leader join our team as a Program Administrator. UR Medicine Labs is the largest medical lab in the Finger Lakes region, with over 900 professionals performing more than 8 million patient tests each year, offering an extensive array of clinical Laboratory and Pathology services. As the strategic leader of UR Medicine Labs, the Program Administrator oversees the operational and financial arms of the department. This position works collaboratively with UR Labs Chair and URMC leadership to set and achieve goals and outcomes that are critical for mission success. Primary responsibilities include: Oversees UR Medicine Labs administrative structure and operations, providing leadership for Quality Assurance, Clinical Trials, Finance, Information Technology, Performance Improvement and Operations areas. Supports the Chair of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine and faculty leadership in formulating policies. Builds strong relationships across the University of Rochester Medical Center and regional affiliates. Works collaboratively across the department and URMC to develop strategic plans to expand UR Medicine Labs programs and services. Identifies service needs, objectives and resource requirements. Facilitates development of new programs and services, and participates in the evaluation of the performance of the program. Ensures sound financial management by overseeing operating, revenue and capital budgets. Continuously analyzes staffing, finance, operations, policies and procedures to ensure an efficient, effective and fiscally strong operation. Works with UR Medicine Labs and URMC faculty to develop and implement plans to increase and expand business. Ensures support for faculty research activities. Masters degree, preferably in Health Administration or Business Administration. 5+ years of relevant experience at a managerial level, with emphasis in clinical operations and finance Managerial experience in an academic medical center is strongly preferred About UR Medicine Labs UR Medicine is made up of many parts, all devoted to providing highly advanced medical care. Our Mission of “Ever Better” means we improve the well-being of patients and communities by delivering innovative, compassionate, patient and family-centered health care, enriched by education, science and technology. Connections working at UR Medicine Labs	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2823
__label__cc	0.631926	0.368074	Tag Archives: motel LOVE FOR SALE: Bruno Throws in the Towel Photo by Consumptionblog Big news in Gerlach this week as real estate magnate Bruno Selmi, the Ted Turner of Northern Nevada, puts Bruno’s Country Club up for sale at a whopping 1.5 million dollars. The property is well-maintained and consists of a bar, a restaurant, a 53-unit motel, and a mobile home/RV park. Selmi came alone to America on a boat from Italy at a tender age, leaving the post-war Old World behind for a life of better prospects. He wandered the States, picking up odd jobs and cooking for a living, until he settled in Gerlach and opened a restaurant. After his first venue in Gerlach burned down, he opened Bruno’s Country Club in 1953, and has presided over the place (and the town) with little to no competition to worry about ever since. Selmi has gone from success to success in the intervening years; he must own at least half the businesses in town, and they say as a commercial entity, he was second only to the railroad for decades. When Burning Man moved from a San Francisco beach to the Black Rock Desert, Bruno got pushed to third place, at least seasonally, but his business interests began to boom. If you had to guess what the secret to Bruno Selmi’s success might be, luck would no doubt figure prominently in your mind, but you would be slighting the man for his hard work and thrift. He still drives the Jeep Cherokee he bought new in the ’80s – the receipt is on the wall in his restaurant – and he never misses a day of work at the Country Club. He even tends the bar from time to time. . . and Bruno Selmi is a multimillionaire. The townsfolk of Gerlach seem to love him and his place. “Bruno’s a genuine Gerlach icon,” one tells me. “He likes to play surly, but he’s a good guy. He throws free chukar bird feeds for the locals in season, and lots of us come together to make ravioli for him by hand. It’s sort of a town tradition. He’s like our unofficial mayor.” Bruno and friends enjoy some world-famous ravioli. Photo: RenoJohn Thanks to Burning Man and the annual gathering and diaspora of burners from all around the globe, the ravioli at Bruno’s place – a hundred miles from anywhere, in a town with a population under five hundred – is genuinely world-famous. The service is notorious, too, but Bruno is cherished for his cantankerous demeanor. One Yelper described the place as “an oasis in the desert” with “a dash of Stockholm syndrome.” With all the turmoil, secrecy, and misinformation swirling around the Burning Man event, it’s hard to say what the sale of Bruno’s Country Club portends. There has already been some talk online to the effect that Bruno must know something; speculation is that Burning Man will be moving soon, and Bruno is getting out while the getting is good. As an explanation it sounds legit enough, but unnecessary: Bruno Selmi is no longer a young man, and it seems perfectly reasonable for him to want to retire. Indeed, the real estate listing at BizBuySell contains an entry that says simply “Reason Selling: Retirement.” No matter how you slice it, it’s the end of an era. . . and who will feed DPW? By • Posted in General • Tagged 2013, bar, Bruno, Bruno's, burning, business, Club, Country, estate, for, Gerlach, home, hotel, man, mobile, motel, news, park, real, restaurant, RV, sale The Rise of the Creative Class: NadaDada Motel Does it Again Art by Killbuck There are a lot of ways to burn, and when you start talking about what makes someone a burner or not a burner, chances are good that you’re about to say something foolish. One thing that does tend to hold true, though, is that part of being a burner is being comfortable with ad-hocracy, and being motivated to make things. As our culture penetrates the mainstream, outbursts of grassroots art that bring our values from the Man to Main Street are inevitable. This weekend in Reno, the loose and unled affiliation of artists known as NadaDada Motel got together for their seventh year, to unleash a weird and wonderful fireball of creativity on midtown. They usually do their thing in June, but NadaDada is growing! This year the group mustered a second February event, dubbed “Nada Gras.” The premise is simple: “Get a room, make a show.” The artists, led by nobody, find an arts-friendly local motel, rent a bunch of rooms for the weekend, and turn their individual rooms into art galleries, happenings, life-slice exhibits. . . even a shoe store for fetishists. Bands show up. Poi spinners dance in the parking lot. It offers artists a low bar for entry into the typically snooty high-dollar world of gallery showings, and sets it all like a jewel in that most American of Americana environments: the cheap motel. Art by John Molezzo Nobody’s in charge, although NadaDada does have a mayor (former Reno mayoral candidate Erik Holland). The artists all promote the show, and some more than others take it upon themselves to do things like scout out motels and talk to the press. There’s no NadaDada LLC, no actual organization, and no real heirarchy, but there’s a casual recognition of who has been showing up and doing things – a sort of friendly, ever-shifting pecking order – and the group seems comfortable with being represented by whomever among those people feels qualified. Neon artist and Jub Jub veteran Jeff Johnson started the NadaDada Motel shows, and cannily abdicated his position as the group’s leader long before it had a chance to gel into anything official. As an unled ad-hocracy, the event has survived as a yearly show, now expanding to twice-yearly with the addition of Nada Gras in 2013. Obviously, the setting and amenities are very shoestring and humble; these are artists on the DIY, promoting themselves without the help of the big money arts scene that so often lamentably passes over the local talent in favor of dang furriners from out of town. You wouldn’t think that anyone in New York would take notice of a small grassroots art show way out West in tiny Reno, but no less a light than the New York Times gave NadaDada a shot in the arm in 2009 with this glowing report: “Venice has its Bienale. Basel, Switzerland, has its Art Basel. And Reno has the NadaDada Motel, a jubilantly unpretentious art event. . .” I spoke with Chad Sorg and Ad Stein, two of the artists and disorganizers of NadaDada Motel. Chad is a Reno painter and writer who appeared in the documentary film Event Horizon – Burning Man, Burning Reno. Ad (pronounced ‘Ade’ as in ‘lemonade’) is a local writer and teacher. Chad Sorg and Ad Stein – Photos by Vincent Cascio Whatsblem the Pro So are you two in charge of this thing, or what? Ad Stein No! This is a different kind of art show. There’s no organization, for one thing. Nada. No heirarchy, I should say, and that makes it more affordable to non-yuppies! Ha! The price you pay may not be money! Chad Sorg How did this thing get started? Was it inspired by Burning Man? Well, our event was founded by Jeff Johnson. It was just six people at first, most or all of us were burners or at least familiar with Burning Man. Some of the philosophy from Burning Man has definitely filtered into our event. . . that anarchic spirit. Is there a set of principles you operate on, like Burning Man? Just one: “Get a room, Make a Show.” Otherwise, no. . . although I do have to give honorable mention to “Leave No Trace.” That’s a biggie that doesn’t always get followed, and I wish it would. And obviously nothing about NadaDada is trademarked or copyrighted as a brand. I went to Burning Man once upon a time, when it was free during it’s last few days when people could get in and not get caught in a herd of buffalo cars. In other words, I went before the wealthy yuppies took over, and it was a nice experience. I learned strangers can be completely great, coordinated together, and make something beautiful. Then CAPITALism happened. Capital. Caps lock, I like to call it. Tickets got snatched up and resold like real estate. Fortunately, this cannot happen to Nada Dada. We have kept it open and free to the public. From the very start, we– We, meaning participants. We’ve been conscious of no hierachy. It’s been a huge benefit, as ownership has been spread around and people have understood that it’s theirs. So there’s nobody to shove up against the wall when the praetorians show up? Ha ha. . . I think I told you about the tax man. They came around and were trying to sweat me to collect everyone’s tax ID numbers for them. I said “I’m not in charge. Why me?” They were trying to get us to do their jobs for them, so we told them to go and do it themselves. They left us alone after that. I’ve worked to promote NadaDada pretty hard over the years, but I’m not the only one. It doesn’t make me the guy in charge. “I am not in charge!” It works so well when people use authority as a scapegoat. So basically when anyone has tried to appoint me or hold me to something, I say the same thing! There is no hierarchy. I am not in charge. Go ask the next guy! This forces responsibility from everyone in a way. Killbuck’s Alice in Nadaland installation Our first year was 2007. That was just six of us, and from there it became over 350 artists and performers, so far. The burners I knew loved all the New Age astral-bright colors in my painting. One night during our first NadaDada show, at midnight, Sorg and I were about to go to bed when a crowd of Burners showed up, all dressed up! One of them was made up like the Devil, it was great. . . and man, the party got lit on fire! Remember the guy in the rainbow suspenders? He fit right in with my room’s color scheme. Ad and a couple others started the spinoff event this year, Nada Gras. Seven rooms filled so far for that event. Yes, we started Nada Gras, but I keep saying that I swear to god I did not start Nada Gras! I just started the idea thread on Facebook. It ended up with a hundred comments and a full event! Then people tried to pick holes and find flaws, asking me things like “Who is responsible?!? Whose event is this?” and I would say, NOT ME! NOT IT! NOT IT! But OK, some people think I started Nada Gras. If so, it flowed through me, not from me. Like how grass grows. Nada Grass! Nada Gras is everone’s event and we all started it. I was against the idea, personally. It was the universe’s event before I started the Nada Gras thread in the NadaDada group last year! I had been of the mindset that another event in Reno would only water down the June event. I really want to spread the movement to other cities. . . but it’s hard. We tried in Vegas, but they were not receptive there. It takes a budget. Maybe after our book comes out. He is focused, determined, wants to make it happen. It seems to happen and grow on its own, from what I saw of it in Reno, and when we tried to get it started in Vegas. . . well, sometimes I feel like it takes a certain formula, like an Einstein thing. Nada has a formula. I have observed and collected data. Something was missing. It belongs to the community. . . so it would have belonged to Vegas, but they were not in need of it. Unicorn therapy in Rebecca Fox’s Psych Ward – Photo by Becki Anne Pearson It requires a few things, in my personal opinion: a large group of local artists who feel under-represented, yet talented; a publicity specialist or “social brain” person; motel rooms; a local cultural preference for events; a city need for events and tourists, and people who don’t give up when the seed appears to not be blooming. Sometimes it only blooms at the last minute, when not watched. Oh, and a fireball in the middle. Yeah, you need a fireball in the middle who calls it their own. The art scene in Vegas is pretty strong, so they weren’t really paying attention to NadaDada. No hard feelings. We’re all about creating a way for artists to give gallery showings of their work on an artist’s budget, and they apparently don’t need that right now. I’m going to keep working on spreading it elsewhere, but for now it’s all about building a deeper foundation here in Reno. We need more cooperative local motels. . . maybe some of whom are connected to the social media gurus and events scenes. I’d like to see NadaDada really take off, truly on its own. I’d like to see motels filled all over Reno. . .and with people REALLY taking the reins of their own little tribes all over. Right! Then one day when people start charging fifty dollars for tickets, we will know it’s the end. Other people will scalp those fifty dollar tickets for five hundred a pop, and NadaDada will be full of yuppies and expensive Aerostars. Anyhoo. Let’s take Nada to the playa. At least we don’t have to rent rooms out there. Do it in teepees. The Playa Motel? Someone DID actually suggest that we do a camp out there. This was a few years ago. It’s my belief that the Playa doesn’t need us, though. This is a thing for art communities in cities like ours. It wouldn’t work in San Francisco. It would never take off in New York City. I mean, why would it? Never say never. . . but yeah. But in cities like Minneapolis and Denver, they need this, and you can pull it off. Mr. Jellyfish’s GEORGIE BOY was a NadaDada installation before it hit the playa Tell me about the first NadaDada Motel. Back then it was at Hotel El Cortez. We had like 30 rooms or so. It was more intimate, but there were also events all over town that year. Many artists were involved outside the hotel. The rooms. . . let’s see. There was one for Planned Parenthood, giving out rubbers. Another was putting on a play. They had a barn built INSIDE a hotel room. Ducks watching TV. . . so nice, that one. I fishbowled in mine. I was behind glass. It was my VERY FIRST fishbowl stunt. I lived behind glass, drew, smoked cigarettes, drank beer. What else? There was a room dealing with guns. Trelaine, whose come into her own, showed in the bathroom of another artist’s room. She does dead things, bones, skulls and weirdness. . . her attention to detail is pretty on! I’m so proud of her. She hadn’t ever called herself an ‘artist’ until we inspired her to come ‘out’. It was called Dada Motel that first year. Jeff named it. The thing is, we’ve always had traditional art and never did intend to dictate a particular artistic style, so ‘Dada’ wasn’t such a good fit. Erik Holland was there that first year. I asked him to be our DadaMayor, as he had actually run for mayor of Reno and had gotten 25% of the vote. I worked with him to understand that this event is his to use. Since then he has used it as a venue to talk about his political agenda, which is stopping sprawl. And I was not there. I became a Nada Dada group lurker in 2008 or 2009 but never did anything. I was a repressed artist who had not touched a brush since I was twenty. Last year was Ad’s first year to be involved with a room. So it was called Dada Motel, but you weren’t restricted to Dadaism. . . hence the addition of ‘nada?’ If Dada was a reaction to the absurdities of war, chaos, rootless struggle for power and Europe’s futile striving, then perhaps NadaDada should celebrate meaningful diversity, spontaneous organization, non-directed creation, unexpected emergence, sustainable action, endless regeneration, urban renewal, radical abundance, holistic optimism, gestalt, a negation of absurdity, Life. The name the next year became Nada Motel. . . and then the next year, NadaDada Motel. We had been meeting and taking votes, back then, and it was all voted on over beers. I was not for the name NadaDada, like I was against Nada Gras happening. I’m happy to keep reiterating this story because it underlines the fact that NadaDada didn’t give a shit what I wanted. It was out of my hands. No one’s in charge, and dammit. . . I LOVE that! So how has the event evolved over the years, and what can we expect to see this year that will be new and exciting? We’re a lot more literary these days, is a big one. Each year the location changes a bit, usually expanding. This year, with NadaGras, I’m hoping we can establish relationships with Midtown’s motels, and possibly use that area of town for June’s event. Last year the majority of it was at Wildflower Village, a bit out of downtown. That was a very nice location and gave a mellow feel to the event, which some folks were not happy about. Do you think those people were more interested in some kind of guerrilla art operation? Like, they’d prefer to baffle the motel owners rather than present their shows in a venue that ‘gets’ them? De. Ja. VU. Y’know. . . you state it pretty well, Whatsblem. Yes, that’s exactly it. Let’s see, what else is new with us? I’m working to see to it that more artists can work with each other within rooms. Money’s tight all around, and maybe we can help coordinate things so that more people can double up on rooms and do micro shows, of sorts. NadaGras seems to have accidentally obtained a performing arts theme. The Mental room, the TSA room. As far as writing, it’d be nice to see people reading to crowds. . . like have some ridiculously hot chicks in skimpies reading. Probings and pat-downs in the TSA Room. Photo by Vincent Cascio Can you give some advice, maybe some recommended steps, to people wanting to spread the NadaDada gospel in their own cities? Yes. I advise people to buy me a plane ticket and let me come and tell them all about it in person. No, but seriously: there will be a book out this year, and maybe I’ll include a list of steps to take and some advice on starting your own NadaDada. That’s a good idea. Workin’ on it right now. How can people here in Reno get involved, and what should a first-timer expect as a participant? Like, as an artist, what is my experience going to be like when I show up with my art, ready to get a room and make a show? You just said it. . . it’s as simple as that: get a room, make a show. Some do really well by coordination, collaboration, communication. Get on Facebook and join the NadaDada group, where you can collaborate with the other artists there to be in on the shows, motels, dates, times, meetings, etc. There’s also a NadaDada Motel fan page, so if you’re not an artist but you want to keep abreast of what we’re doing, you can go there. What do you think of what they’re doing over at that thrift store on 5th? I love it. I think it represents a movement toward a greater appreciation for art. Like, the plays they produce happen in the back of a thrift store; the rich are welcome, but it gives people a context where they don’t have to be rich to appreciate art. We’re like them! We don’t want art to be just for the rich or proper or posh anymore! Reno is the city for that. It’s true. Artists are not on high, they’re low. They’re dirty. All that white cube gallery bullshit. . . it’s out. It’s fake theatre, entertainment for the rich. This is the rise of the Creative Class. By • Posted in Art, Burner Stories, General, Light Path - Positive Thinking, Ideas, News • Tagged ad-hocracy, art, artists, arts, burner, burning, dada, DIY, exhibit, gallery, grassroots, man, motel, nada, nadadada, painting, performance, reno, sculpting, show, Sorg, writing RT @JovanHPulitzer: The double standard is ridiculous https://t.co/Qn2bKx1pxb 7 minutes ago	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2828
__label__wiki	0.542249	0.542249	Home / Business / Plane goes off the runway at Newark Airport; The planes are resumed with delays Plane goes off the runway at Newark Airport; The planes are resumed with delays NEWARK, New Jersey (WABC) – An aircraft deleted by the runway at Newark Airport, which led to major delays, FAA confirmed. United Airlines Flight 627 landed on Runway 22 at 1am Saturday and skidded to the left side of the sidewalk. The left main landing gear is stuck in a grass area. Arrivals and departures were originally stopped by since they were resumed. Delays during the day are expected and passengers should call their carrier for information. Flight activity at EWR resumed after an earlier event, but delays are expected to continue. Passengers should call their carrier for information. [99] 1; Newark Liberty Airport (@EWRairport) June 15, 2019 Pictures from the scene show emergency personnel around an aircraft that appears to be partially off the runway. Photos taken by Eyewitness News appear to show damage to the plane. PAPD Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter Unit, ESU, and Patrol are working on the scene and evacuating passengers. Passengers are escorted by the aircraft via stairs before the aircraft will be towed by the airport. Buses take passengers to the terminal. So far there are no reports of injuries. Officials have not verified why the aircraft landed off the track, and the FAA is on its way to the airport to begin the investigation. The plane originates from the Denver International Airport. This is a breaking news story. Keep checking abc7NY for the latest information. * More New Jersey News * Send us a new tip * ] Download the app abc7NY to break news alerts Copyright © 2019 WABC TV. All rights reserved.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2831
__label__cc	0.724352	0.275648	Property purchase alert for homebuyers! Planning to buy flat in 2021? This housing segment is still hot cake – Here is why Despite the lower-than-normal sales traffic in the real estate sector, the affordable segment has emerged as the hot cake for the potential homebuyers. Post-Unlock, the segment witnessed improvement in the number of visits to the site, and the properties sold immediately first because of the pent-up demand and realisation of people to own their home, the boost in sales got further boost when home loan interest rates came down to around 7 per cent. Looking at the response to affordable projects in the post-pandemic months and with some developers getting over-subscription in their projects, the year 2021 is going to be phenomenal for this segment. Talking about the reasons behind affordable being the choice of the buyers, Pradeep Aggarwal, Co-Founder & Chairman, Signature Global and Chairman, National Council on Affordable Housing, ASSOCHAM, says, “The affordable housing segment survived the onslaught merely because it caters to the price bracket that has maximum demand. Several factors worked in favour of affordable housing, including Rs 3.74-lakh crore liquidity infusion announced by the RBI on March 27, 2020, the CLSS extension announced in May, relief under EPF, etc. The biggest takeaway for the buyers, however, was the unprecedented cut in the repo rates, which resulted in home loan interests coming down to sub-7%. The tragedy also came as a blessing in disguise for the sector, especially the affordable housing segment, as the middle class was facing challenges in staying at rented accommodations. We have launched 19,200 units so far and intend launching 10,000 units by March 2021. As many as 5000 units are under the Haryana affordable housing policy, and another 5000 are under the Deen Dayal Jan Awas Yojana. We would be in a position to launch all 30,000 units by 2021.” The turnaround after the COVID can be attributed to the fact that affordable housing is being promoted at war front with adequate support being extended to developers showing interest in this segment. To attract private participation, the government rolled out special incentives such as use permission, 50% additional FAR/FSI, concessional loans at priority sector lending rates and tax reliefs at par with affordable housing to develop ARHCs on their own available vacant land for 25 years. The RBI was of the view that the Indian economy will register positive growth in the October-to-December festive quarter after six months of contraction if the economic upturn generated after lockdown sustained till the end of the year; this has proven to be true, with a fair amount of buyer’s interest being driven towards affordable housing. “After the Unlock was announced, we saw oversubscription in our projects that pointed towards the bright year ahead. The sector made a comeback in Q3 2020 with sales and new launches rebounding to almost 70% of the pre-COVID-19 levels. The affordable segment got maximum attention as it amounted to more than 60 per cent of the overall sales; the segment also saw a maximum number of new launches with 70% of the all the launches happening in this segment. The trend bodes well for the segment and encouraged by the response in 2020 more launches are likely to hit the market in 2021. We are also going to launch three more projects in 2021 in Gurugram,” says Rajat Goel, JMD, MRG World. The performance of the segment can be gauged from the huge sales that happened post lockdown. “I would say that there is almost a 15 per cent increase in sales so far and the coming months will be better. Festival alone was not the reason as people’s trust in real estate has improved after the slew of measures taken by the government, decrease in EMIs, and understanding of real estate as a must-have asset. I would say that the mission ‘Housing for All’ is on the right track, and it is least affected by the pandemic roadblock. Five years after the implementation of PMAY (U) scheme, it has made steady progress across states, as around 1.06 crore homes have been sanctioned out of which 33% are completed while another 66.23 lakh units have been grounded for construction. All this means that affordable segment buyers will not have a dearth of projects to choose from,” said Yash Miglani, MD, Migsun Group. Highlighting the opportunities Noida region provides for the affordable sector, Amit Modi, Director, ABA Corp. & President (Elect.), Western UP, said, “Affordable housing has been a game changer for twin cities of Noida and Greater Noida. These regions score high on every livability index due to the connectivity, infrastructure and price points offered by the developers. We have received an uptick of enquiries from genuine home buyers during lockdown. This increased number was attributed to our agility towards digital adoption, and virtual tools being used. A common myth associated with affordable housing has been broken by our projects, the range of amenities offered by us aim to deliver comfort in every corner of the home.” The market for the affordable segment is looking quite promising, especially due to the optimistic economic growth being expected by the RBI. Also, the Apex bank has taken a number of measures that are going to have a positive impact on the overall sentiment of the real estate sector, and especially on the affordable housing segment as the buyers in this segment get affected by the changes in home loan interest rates the most. With home loan interest rates hovering around sub-7%, the affordable buyers are going to take advantage of the situation before the rates start to increase again. “In the coming years, affordable housing will prosper. People have realised the importance of owning a house, albeit a small, affordable one, during the pandemic and that is a positive,” Aggarwal concludes. 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__label__cc	0.659166	0.340834	Walter Ma, Hong Kong Find other Hong Kong Shops Walter Ma is a famous Hong Kong designer known for designing evening gowns and cocktail party dresses for women since the 1980s. Walter Ma opened his first boutique with his wife Joyce Ma in 1980 after graduating from Hong Kong’s Institute of Fashion Design t this time, this was a brave move for Walter Ma as most fashion graduates worked for several design houses but Ma’s designs was a hit with local celebrities for his high-quality gowns with intricate beadwork . Since the 1980s, his workshop employs over 100 of people working for his design house which include his own label, Walter Ma, Gee, Vee and Front First. Walter and his wife Joyce Ma are Hong Kong’s power fashion couple, they founded Joyce Boutique in Hong Kong, a luxury goods distributor, bringing in Giorgio Armani, Hugo Boss, Dolce & Gabbana and Jill Sanders to Asia. Joyce was the first to bring luxury European brand names to Asia. Joyce is a public listed company today and both Walter and Joyce are no longer active but Walter Ma still serves as Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Fashion Designers Association. Hong Kong Island Store Locations 16 Yiu Wa Street Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00 - 22:00 Tel: +852 2356 6095 Filed in : Fashion	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2834
__label__cc	0.652562	0.347438	Watch: Santiago’s 47 Yard TD Run As Mustangs Trounce T.R. East Fourth Suspect Arrested in Lakewood Robberies The Brick Memorial Mustangs were victorious over the Toms River North Raiders in a 27-7 victory Saturday night, putting up their third consecutive win of the season. The Mustang offense ran for 271 yards in 45 attempts, with senior fullback Connor Owen running for 138 yards and scoring two touchdowns in the process, the Shore Sports Network said in a report. “We really just looked to get every player the ball,” Owen told a Shore Sports Network reporter. “Anybody on the team can run for 100 yards, it’s just a matter of what the defense gives you.” The game also included 47 and 25 yard touchdown runs by QB Tim Santiago. Memorial, now with a record of 3-1 after an opening week loss to Brick Township, will face Old Bridge next week on the road, followed by matchups against Jackson Memorial, Middletown South and Toms River South, the Shore Sports Network report said.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2839
__label__cc	0.514015	0.485985	bricks and other materials Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech Pirouette House Wallmakers The Pool Shophouse FARM and KD Architects Latest Articles & Projects Tagh Behesht by Rvad Studio The project’s primary design methodology began with an investigation of architectural history of bazaars in Iran and the city of Mash-had. Since time immemorial, the unbreakable bond between the city bazaars and the foundations of the economy has led to bazaars taking on an important and consistent role in people’s daily lives. The principal morphology of the design is inspired by bazaars such as Sar-Shoor, Farsh and… read more Bricks in the office interior design. SEMBA VIETNAM OFFICE by SEMBA VIETNAM How to achieve a cozy and comfortable atmosphere in the office? We know the answer – the cornerstone of any interior is the right choice of the materials. Bricks are the perfect solution in this question. It is always a good choice: eco-friendly, durable and long-lasting material for interiors. A project SEMBA VIETNAM OFFICE by Mamoru Maeda is an adorable example of using the bricks: “We decided… read more MUURATSALO EXPERIMENTAL HOUSE by Alvar Aalto DESIGNED IN 1952-54 LOCATION: Finland, Jyväskylä Hugo Alvar Henrik Aalto (3 February 1898 – 11 May 1976) was the most powerful and significant Finnish architect and designer. 200 out 500 buildings was designed by Alvar Aalto have been built. He worked mostly in International Style Modernism, where he combined functionality, atmosphere, simplycity and even national, cultural identity. As Sigfried Giedion mentioned : "Finland is with Aalto wherever… read more Brickface / Austin Maynard Architects Brickface is a compact building situated at the rear of an existing house in Richmond, Melbourne. It consists of a garage at ground level, studio living/guest suite at first floor, and a roof deck accessed by a sculptural spiral staircase...read more Toodyay Art Shack / Paul Wakelam Architect The Toodyay Shack sits on a re-viewed and re-configured 1/2 acre town site. The memory of the house is also re-viewed and re-configured. The climatic regression house plays with thresholds of what is internal and what is external...read more Daejo-dong ‘Chilwol’ / Seoga Architecture Daejo-dong was an typical multi- family houses district which was developed in 1980’s and 1990’s. However, these days, the urban mixed-use dwellings with small shops begin to be built in the narrow back-streets...read more Mons Memorial Museum / Atelier d'Architecture Pierre Hebbelinck Transformation, renovation, expansion, and museography for a military history interpretive centre focussing primarily on the two world wars. Permanent and temporary exhibits, forum, restaurant, etc...read more Otakaari student housing / ArkOpen An invitational architecture competition was arranged in 2004 in the campus of Helsinki University of Technology in Espoo, Finland. The campus is originally designed by architect Alvar Aalto. The goal was to find a solution for student housing in a narrow plot that was essential for the townscape in Otaniemi campus...read more Ilma Grove / Austin Maynard Architects The Ilma Grove house is one of our greenest houses. Its planning and orientation is based solidly around passive solar efficiency. All roof captured rain water is harvested. It has solar panels, high performance insulation, recycled materials, LowE coated double glazing, low VOC materials and, most importantly, it is small...read more Bistro EK / Dekleva Gregorič architects The empty and forgotten semi-basement space in the 19th century Ljubljana corner building, which faces the riverside and a rarely frequented stairs-street, housed diverse ventures in the past, from a local butcher shop to a wholesale wine store...read more Tropical House Urveel / Design Work Group Urveel is a weekend residence, away from the city noises, into the woods. Located in the village of Sania Hemad in Surat district, Urveel represents the character of earth in its true sense. The 900 sq m bungalow rests on the edge of the village...read more Villa S / RAVN Arkitektur Villa S is the home of a family of four. The house is beautifully situated at the top of a steep site, sloping towards the icy blue fjord. The house is designed so that the interior and exterior architecture mirrors the naturally sloping terrain on site...read more Arc / Koichi Takada Architects Winner of the City of Sydney Design Excellence Competition in 2013, Arc represents an architectural statement that combines craftsmanship and texture to create a contemporary tower that respects the rich historical context of its surrounding urban fabric...read more Bricks We Love St.Joris, GR-49 Strengpers, Engels formaat All rights reserved brickarchitecture 2017 Subscribe to our newsletter to get the latest updates to your index. created by BKreative	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2840
__label__cc	0.720847	0.279153	6 Discoveries From Near and Far, Volume X » Lessons from the Journey: Unhappiness Can Lead to New Beginnings “To the discontented man no chair is easy.” From my own 193-country journey to the stories of many other people who were kindly willing to share, The Happiness of Pursuit attempts to extract and convey the lessons of modern-day quests. This series explores some of these lessons. Lesson: Unhappiness can lead to new beginnings. If you’re not happy with an aspect of your life, or even if you just feel a faint stirring to do something different, pay attention to the dissatisfaction. Ask yourself “What if” questions. What if I actually pursued that dream or idea? What if I made that big change? Discontent can be a source of growth and inspiration. Sandi Wheaton was laid off from a long-term job at General Motors in Detroit. Her first instinct was to panic… but then she realized that the layoff presented an opportunity to do something she’d always wanted. What she wanted was reinvention, and she found it in the form of an extended road trip along America’s Route 66 that eventually launched a new career. Still, it wasn’t easy at first. “I had zero clue how to do it,” she said, “but I was driven by the desire to avoid looking back years later and calling myself a chicken shit for not using this opportunity for something.” Sandi—and many others—paid attention to the dissatisfaction they felt in doing the same things every day. If you too feel unhappy or discontented, pay attention and take heed. Use these unsettling feelings to figure out what’s really wrong… and how you can course-correct. The Happiness of Pursuit is available from Amazon.com or your favorite local bookseller. You can also join me on tour in your choice of more than 40 cities. Image: Riccardo In June 2019, a small army of remarkable people will converge on Portland, Oregon for our ninth World Domination Summit. WDS is a gathering of creative people around our three guiding values - community, adventure, and service. All that’s missing is you! Tags: happiness, happiness of pursuit, lessons Units of Momentary Happiness Lessons from the Journey: Being Aware of Our Mortality Can Help Us Focus Lessons from the Journey: “It Feels Good to Check Things Off a List” Lessons from the Journey: Misadventures Produce Confidence Lessons from the Journey: Some Adventures Should Be Shared Lessons from the Journey: “All You Have to Do Is Put One Foot in Front of the Other”	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2852
__label__wiki	0.541492	0.541492	His Double Life (1933) Director: Arthur Hopkins. Atlantic. Producer: Eddie Dowling. Writers: Arthur Hopkins, Clara Beranger. Camera: Arthur Edeson. Music: Karl Stark, James Hanley. Sets: Joe Schulze, Walter Keller. Roland Young, Lillian Gish, Montagu Love, Lumsden Hare, Lucy Beaumont, Charles Richman, Oliver Smith, Phillip Tonge, Roland Hogue. World famous but reclusive artist Priam Farrel (Young) is a tetchy and unsociable individual. So he does little to correct an imperious doctor and his formidable cousin (Love) when they assume he is really the vaguely similar looking valet (Hogue) who has just died, whilst resting in his employer’s bed. Happily assuming this new identity, he encounters a series of problems when he marries a pretty art enthusiast (Gish) and is visited by people from his valet’s past. In Sunset Boulevard (1950) William Holden’s character said “Sometimes it’s interesting to see just how bad bad writing can be”. Taking this observation holistically, it’s likewise interesting to see just how shitty really shitty film’s can be. Now of course, to compare Sunset Boulevard with most films is a trifle unfair. To stand it alongside something as uniquely, excruciatingly inadequate as His Double Life could be seen as cinematic bullying (“Yeah, pow! Take that with my three Oscars!”). It could also prove useful, providing a veritable tick-list for any aspiring director about how to very definitely not make a film. 1) USE YOUR TALENT WELL It almost breaks the heart to see such otherwise hugely talented stars such as Young and Gish mired in such a quagmire of artistic shoddiness. Young, who would impress later on with memorable comedic turns in David Copperfield (1935, as a greasy Uriah Heep), Topper (1937 and it’s sequel) and The Philadelphia Story (1940) was obviously an actor who needed a good director behind him. Here, he seems to sleepwalk through the proceedings, mumbling and dithering as if he’s lost his mind, then volcanically over-acting at moments that require a deft comic touch. Such a surprise to see him totally lose his way. Gish almost appears to hold him up at times and it is readily apparent that he starts to relax and enjoy himself when she is on-screen. And thank heavens for this redoubtable actress who, after years of hard slog as a silent movie leading lady and with only one other sound movie behind her manages to turn in a delicate, adorable and perfectly judged performance in terms of vocal delivery, body movement and facial expression. She’s also the only person who provides any injection of humour in what is supposed to be a screwball comedy. The rest of the performances are, without exception, stiff and unnatural, as if director Hopkins had cue cards stationed around the set and had to use cattle prods to get his performers to use them, making this the slowest paced screwball comedy ever produced. RESULT – FAIL 2) LOVE YOUR TYPEWRITER UNTIL IT BECOMES ILLEGAL The main problem with the comedy failing to catch light is a script in which the laughs are few and far between. It doesn’t help too when the dramatic moments and key plot points seem at best contrived and at worst totally illogical. The odd drollery was bashed out on Hopkins and Beranger’s keys. Gish was given sage advice by her father about financial investments that, as any Brit can tell you, reach down the generations: “Always keep your money in beer, beer will never fail you in England”. What a clever man – he should have done a rewrite to this script. But fleeting moments such as these don’t make up for the otherwise hopelessly fudged funny bits (Young’s exasperation at his funeral is just odd, the climactic courtroom scene, with the jurors constantly repeating themselves, is baffling). The dramatic moments that show the writers up include: Gish, after being clearly told who is who between the artist and his valet in a photo, still manages to mix them up (they really don’t look alike; the valet’s instruction with this photo should not have been used), Gish lets Young move in and marry her and share her booze pennies after she’s only known him for a few days. 3) REMEMBER HITCHCOCK – ‘THE VISUAL IS FIRST…’ The great man followed this up about the oral being supplementary, so he wouldn’t have been completely useful when looking over this film. None the less, use your camera as if it were the eye of every cinema patron. And film critic. One good shot that encircles the number of an address in a letter, then seamlessly edited to reveal the actual address encircled above a door shows only the genesis of an interesting visual style. Keep going! RESULT – SEMI-PASS; I’LL ADMIT, YOU’RE HALF-WAY UP THE STAIRS 4) DIRECTORS NEED A FEW QUALITIES – TIMING, PACING, VISUAL SENSE, BALLS ETC Pretty obvious, but isn’t this why you are being hired for the job at hand? Because you have some innate ability to encourage/cajole/beat people into doing good things in a movie? Maybe it didn’t help that Hopkins only had one other film under his belt and that was in 1919. Perhaps he was a better hand at directing plays in the American Expressionist theatre, where he staged pieces by Eugene O’Neill amongst others, but his style here is totally off. One moment that sticks in the mind is when Young leaves his house only to met by an assembled ‘mass’ (about 20 people huddled together) outside. He pauses looking astonished for what seems like an eternity, the crowd looks at him, we get his reaction shot again and then he slowly turns and walks back inside. It almost beggars belief that it happens, so thank heavens for internet playback when you can check you have seen the most poorly executed prat-fall in comedies of this period. RESULT – FAIL (IN EVERY SENSE) Author Jason Day Tags Arthur Hopkins, Lillian Gish, Montagu Love, Roland Young Future movie releases w/e 9 November 2012 Argo (2012). Film review of the thriller starring and directed by Ben Affleck	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2856
__label__wiki	0.657642	0.657642	Build Environments Migrate from Jenkins Log In Go to App Flawless execution for a game-changing pandemic solution Curative scales and customizes COVID-19 testing software with CircleCI. Curative launched in early 2020 to develop a test for sepsis. But as the COVID-19 pandemic loomed, Curative’s founders pivoted the company to reinvent the coronavirus testing experience, using oral swabs and a flexible supply chain to generate up to 1 million tests per week. Software is critical to the testing experience, since it helps Curative scale its services, manage testing appointments, and get test results to patients faster. Software development at Curative was initially managed with manual processes, but as the adoption of its testing technology increased, and more complex workflows were added, Curative needed CI/CD tools for its 12 person software team. “If our software had a bad deploy and caused any kind of outage, labs might not be able to process samples, and people might not be able to make testing appointments,” says Colton Pierson, Senior Software Engineer for Curative. “Cars waiting at testing sites will start backing up on streets if our software stops working even for a minute. Reliability became a more critical aspect of what we’re trying to do.” The Curative software team began using CircleCI in the spring of 2020 for simple (code) testing and building workflows. Quickly, the team realized that CircleCI could not only help Curative scale out its software, but could accelerate development of new tools. For example, a group of more than 6,000 Florida nursing homes and long-term care facilities wanted to begin testing employees as well as residents, and needing a testing solution on very short notice. “It was a heavy lift to figure out the logistics around their request,” says Isaac Turner, Curative’s CIO and co-founder. The software team built an auto-interpretation tool to automatically report out test results from testing machinery. “We didn’t expect to be offering the quantity of services we’ve had to develop,” Pierson says. “Being able to deploy more complex workflows for these services wouldn’t have been possible without CircleCI.” As Curative expands its services and launches new software projects, CircleCI has become essential for delivering on customer requirements with speed and quality. “It’s helped us improve test coverage and notification of failures,” Pierson says. The small development team is keenly aware of the impact of its work in terms of helping people stay safe during the pandemic – and very aware of its responsibility to help customers maintain the pace of testing. “We’ve built a sense of camaraderie, and there’s a bond among us that’s built on trust,” Pierson says of the Curative software team. “CircleCI, which has become part of our workflow, is an important piece of that trust.” “When you’re working on something that’s impacting the world, you want to be able to trust your workflows. We get that trust from CircleCI.” Colton Pierson Senior Software Engineer at Curative About Curative Curative was founded to develop tests for sepsis in January 2020 and pivoted to COVID-19 in early March that year upon realizing the urgent need for test development and production in the United States. Curative is currently operational within CLIA-approved labs in San Dimas, CA, Washington, D.C, and Pflugerville, Texas providing 48 hour turnaround times for their oral fluid, PCR COVID-19 test. Curative performs about 10% of all US COVID-19 PCR tests each day, and has tested over 10 million patients so far. Joined in Deploys to 12 serving a growing company of 3,000+ Previous CI/CD Ship quality code, faster. Better software deserves better tools. Careers (We’re Hiring!) What is CI? How to Get Started on CircleCI Migrate from Jenkins to CircleCI	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2857
__label__cc	0.735989	0.264011	Illustration of the morphology of coronaviruses; the club-shaped viral spike peplomers, coloured red, create the look of a corona surrounding the virion, when viewed electron microscopically (from here (en.wikipedia.org)) I heard about The Great Barrington Declaration this morning on WMAL‘s Mornings on the Mall. Here is how the declaration begins. As infectious disease epidemiologists and public health scientists we have grave concerns about the damaging physical and mental health impacts of the prevailing COVID-19 policies, and recommend an approach we call Focused Protection. Coming from both the left and right, and around the world, we have devoted our careers to protecting people. Current lockdown policies are producing devastating effects on short and long-term public health. The results (to name a few) include lower childhood vaccination rates, worsening cardiovascular disease outcomes, fewer cancer screenings and deteriorating mental health – leading to greater excess mortality in years to come, with the… WHAT IS THE CRUCIAL ISSUE IN THE 2020 ELECTION? — PART 1 26 thoughts on “THE GREAT BARRINGTON DECLARATION” Rudy U Martinka says: Pandemic Surtax? https://rudymartinka.com/2020/10/16/pandemic-surtax-king-solomon-blog/ I linked your post to mine today. https://rudymartinka.com/2020/10/14/usa-2222-23-reality-game-of-thrones-king-solomon-blog/ I sometimes wonder if I should stop reading your posts because they are so informative and inspire me to write another post which only a few seem to appreciate in a world of billions. .. marmoewp says: I would like to do a little experiment and collect some data on perceptions of vulnerability from Tom and his readers here. One of the known, important risk factors is age (it is not the only one, but let’s focus on it for the moment). We know, that young adults have a low risk of death from covid, so let us use them as a reference. We do know that the risk increases with age. Rather than setting an arbitrary age threshold directly, I would like you to set a threshold of risk. I would like to know, in your opinion by what factor the risk of an age group needs to be higher than that of young adults reference group to be considered vulnerable. Two? Five? Ten times? 100 times? 1000 times? Just give a number without explanation. I would like to stay discussions on this until, say Friday, such that opinions are given with little influence from others. And please do not give in to temptation and investigate numbers in order to tailor your reponse to the age threshold you deem correct (And yes, I am disqualified from my own survey, as I have looked 😉 ). @marmoewp Not exactly a careful statistical study you have proposed. When I make an argument, I try to keep myself out of the argument. I don’t think something is true or false just because I believe or disbelieve or just because it it good or bad for me. COVID-19 is a serious hazard for a relatively small number of people. Some who are vulnerable don’t know it. Life is full of uncertainty. Therefore, like many of the hazards we deal with we have to guess at where the cost/benefit ratio is optimum. That is, we have to guess at how much effort we should make to avoid the virus. Frankly, it is not my job to define who is or is not vulnerable to COVID-19. I think everyone has to make their own personal assessment how much effort they should make to avoid the virus. That includes looking at the people around us and try to avoid spreading the virus to those who fear it. That includes ostracizing the people who are careless of spreading the virus to the vulnerable. You don’t think it is safe to go to a campaign rally, restaurant, or send your child to school. That’s something you should be able to decide for yourself, but I doubt the wisdom of imposing one’s personal fears upon everyone else. You think government officials have the right answers for such a complex problem? I think that entrusting busybodies with power poses more hazards than COVID19. You should have told me earlier what I think. I’ve been to a restaurant last week, the children are going to school in Germany and given the current circumstances that is the right thing to do. But yes, large congregations like campaign rallies are a recipe for a super-spreader event. I find it kinda cute, that you claim you want to protect the “vulnerable”, but dance around saying who it actually is you consider to be those “vulnerables”. I am ruggedly handsome, not cute. 😀 The statistics are fairly clear about who is vulnerable, but there are exceptions that don’t fit statistical models. Since bureaucrats don’t manage exceptions well, I would just as soon that people decide for their level of vulnerability for themselves. Similarly, if it is safe to go to demonstrations, riots, and Wal-Mart, I think we can manage church gatherings and campaign rallies without the help of Liberal Democrats. “The statistics are fairly clear about who is vulnerable” Dr. Kullmann, the first signer of the Great Barrington Declaration, puts that threshold at the age of 50. He proposes to let those under 50 produce the herd immunity that is then meant to protect those older than 50. I am not quite convinced, that 50 years is the number you had in mind. That’s why I am asking and I would like to have you give an age or age range. Well, Chris Christy is in his late 50s, and morbidly morbidly obese. Pretty much a walking advertisement for unhealthy. He was out of the hospital in 6 days (no vent). So a healthy person with no co-morbidities except for age is probably good well into the early 70s at least. Trump spent two days in the hospital and he’s overweight. That was mostly for observation. I would like to know, in your opinion by what factor the risk of an age group needs to be higher than that of young adults reference group to be considered vulnerable. Two? Five? Ten times? 100 times? 1000 times? Just give a number without explanation. I couldn’t hazard a guess as to the number. Nor apparently can experts with much more information than I do. We know the number of cases is going up as the number of deaths is going down. Doesn’t seem to be the same as it was back when the lockdowns were first in place. Neither here nor elsewhere. Good illustration of how the disease has changed since APR. It's a different dynamic. https://t.co/ewwZJKnori — John Robb (@johnrobb) October 13, 2020 The graph shows that deaths are going up, but are a way lower level than in the first wave. What is substantially lower than during the first wave is the case fatality rate. As Marco Piani points out in accompanying tweets, during the first wave a lot less testing was done, which, according to him, is the main reason for the low CFR we see today. Latest CDC survival rate stats are as follows: 0-19. 99.997% 70+. 94.6% Now obviously whether a person has comorbidities can change those percentages, but those are the overall numbers. And yes the risk of dying to a 50 year old is much higher than for an 18 year old, but it’s still pretty slim. Individuals would need to assess their own situation to decide if they want to participate in fully opening up. People are doing this anyway, I don’t see why we need to kneecap the economy at the same time.. Anyway, here is a link to a great discussion among the GBD authors. It digs deeper in to their views if you’re interested. Allow me to translate the numbers to deaths. Based on these assumed IFRs, with 70% of the population going through infection you get about 1,700 younger than 20 18,000 aged 20 to 50 280,000 aged 50 to 70 138,000 aged 70+ for a total of about 1.7 million dead. I simply do not see, how you can isolate the 36,6 million Americans aged 70+ (11% of the population), while the rest of the population is aiming for herd immunity. I am not even starting to speak about the 50 to 65 years bracket that is still part of the work force. Sorry, got the 70+ age bracket wrong; an IFR of 5.4% and 70% of them infections is equivalent to 1.38 million deaths, a factor of 10 more than stated above. You are better than our mainstream press. When they make a mistake (or get caught telling lies), they cover up. But that’s assuming all 70% who test positive actually show symptoms and become a case, which we know comes nowhere near close to happening. It’s also assuming therapies that have proven effective won’t become even more mainstream and reduce death rates further (steroids, antibody cocktails, hydroxy, antivirals, etc…). On top of that the virus does seem to be changing with positive tests skyrocketing while death rates remain flat, at least here in the U.S. At the end of the day though, it has to be a voluntary thing measured against quality of life, which would reduce the isolation number even further. If I were 70+ and healthy I’d take certainly take my chances of living freely. Shoot even if I was unhealthy there is something to be said for not living life just to prevent death. Enjoy the vid 🙂 @Tricia The number 70% of the population infected, irrespective of whether they get tested, show symptoms or stay unsymptomatic. It requires about 70% of the population to aquire immunity before herd immunity for the populaion is achieved. Dexamethason works in the late phase of a bad case, Remdesivir if you are still in the early stages. Hydroxy has been shown not to work. Regeneron is still experimental and untested at the necessary large scales. Trump’s cocktail would be $100,000 co-pay for the normal Americans, AFAIK. Please keep in mind: If you do not care, whether you get infected or not, you take that decision for your neighbor, too. You’re completely ignoring steroid therapy which has proven very effective in combatting the deadly cykotine storm, the success many doctors have had with hydroxy (yes, several studies have shown it to work and the infamous Lancet one showing poor results was retracted quite some time ago), antibody cocktails which gotten many hospitalized folks out of the hospital and away from ventilators and the fact that most people in vulnerable categories are either self quarantining or have weighed the risks and choosing freely to participate. If they are doing this anyway there is no reason to not open things up more fully. That 70% herd immunity number but the way has been directly challenged by the GBD authors and several prominent scientists who have done studies on t-cell immunity and how past coronavirus infections have likely built up immunity to Covid in many folks. At the very least it’s probably a major factor in why people’s reaction to the virus varies so much. They peg the HI number at closer to 20%. If you choose to press against going for a natural herd immunity approach, please be mindful that you are doing nothing to squelch the virus, merely extending the time period we get to deal with it and thus extending the misery of negative lockdown effects. Dexamethasone that I mentioned _is_ the steroid you are refering to. So we both agree that this one is helpful. Your other talking points have been proven to be wrong by now. Hydroxychloroquine _fails_ to show positive effects as soon as you look at randomized trials. See the CDC’s Treatment Guidelines (updated October 9, 2020) https://www.covid19treatmentguidelines.nih.gov/antiviral-therapy/chloroquine-or-hydroxychloroquine-with-or-without-azithromycin/clinical-data–chloroquine-or-hydroxychloroquine/ The only studies that I have seen that _claim_ an effect, are those that chose medication (including HC) based on the state of health of the patient. Give HC to those that have a higher chance of survival to begin with and you will manufacture an “effect”. More bad news: Remdesivir and interferon fail to show effects in randomized trials https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2020/10/remdesivir-and-interferon-fall-flat-who-s-megastudy-covid-19-treatments Coming to the testing, case numbers in March/April are difficult to compare to today, as testing and tracing capabilitie has changed a lot. The early case numbers were seriously undercounted by todays standards. Gupta, second signee to GBD, claimed back in spring that as much as half the UK had gone through a Covid-19 infection, when actually it was 5% to 10%. She never retracted that claim. You trust her now on 20% HI and general immunity due to past CV-infections at your peril. Kulldorf, first signee to GDB, puts the age cut-off for vulnerability at age 50. 20% of those in the age bracket 50-65 are _working_. How much of a free choice do these people have to self-quarentine? “If they are doing this anyway there is no reason to not open things up more fully” is a nonsequitur if I have ever heard one. “that you are doing nothing to squelch the virus”, other than winning time to develop vaccines and preventing the health care system from getting overwhelmed, as it has happened, e.g., in Spain, Italy and New York in the spring. Yeah, that is nothing at all. I’m sorry but you are citing cherry picked studies, particularly when it comes to hydroxy. I know you want to believe the narrative about it not being effective but it’s simply not true. Talk to some doctors personally about it, you may be very surprised. The bottom line is this is not March, we know so much more about both how to treat the virus and who it effects most seriously and thus it’s no surprise that as positive cases sky rocket, death rates have remained flat and hospitals empty outside fo some select areas (here in the U.S). Another reason for this is simple but harsh; it’s burned through the low hanging fruit of the most susceptible population and the majority of infections now are younger with strong immune systems. Covid 19 is a serious virus for a select population that we are failing miserably with sledgehammer solutions that treat everyone as facing the same risk. this takes away focus and funds from shielding this vulnerable population and turns life completely upside down for those for whom the virus poses little to no threat in and int he process destroys livelihoods, civil liberties and overall human flourishing. Lockdowns have really not been proved to have much of a positive effect you know. It’s a highly communicable virus remember that spreads through the air so outside of some common sense hygiene and distancing practices there isn’t much, IMO that we do to stop it. The selfishness of those that want to continue to promote lockdowns knowing everything we do now about the drawbacks and how this only drags things out longer is stunning to me though and a reflection on the lack of political courage and moral vapidity of western culture. Doesn’t bode for the future at all. Ok, I’m out. Enjoy the weekend. I am simply relying on the CDC to give a good overview of the state of the art. As for lockdowns, you are talking to me, not some strawman. Lockdowns are a means of desperation, when hospitals are threatened to be or are overwhelmed. You are advocating to only protect the vulnerable and let the virus roam free amongst the younger. Fine. By now I have watched the video. The GBD (document and video) is very vague on what detailed measures “Focused Protection” is supposed to encompass, on who they consider vulnerable and on how to protect anyone outside of nursing homes, other than to have food delivered and self-quarentine. I find it interesting, that Dr. Bhattacharya puts the age threshold conveniently at 65 years, and as we all know, nobody above that age will do any kind of work. Dr. Kulldorff however put that threshold at 50 years in another podcast. That one is a bit of a head scratcher, as they do not seem to advocate that everyone above 50 take a sabatical, whether or not they can afford to do so. When asked, what to do in a scenario, where children and grandparents live in one household, they simply sidestep the question. Let us not even get started on that we do not know for how long natural immunity from an infection lasts, or that we have way too little data on long covid incidence, much less so grouped by age. Nevermind, that long Covid does not even seem to exist in the GBD world. BTW, that video makes it look like the GBD was the product of three medical doctors meeting of their own accord, while in reality “From October 1-4, 2020, the American Institute for Economic Research hosted a remarkable meeting of top epidemiologists, economists, and journalists, to discuss the global emergency created by the unprecedented use of state compulsion in the management of the Covid-19 pandemic. The result is The Great Barrington Declaration, which urges a “Focused Protection” strategy.” Thanks for the GBD video link. I’ll have a look at it as I find time. Yes, excellent post. I’ve been following the authors of the GBD for some time as they were truly the lone wolves at the beginning of the pandemic calling for sanity. The site allows for the general public to sign, everyone who agrees should. Great post and commentary on this issue.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2858
__label__wiki	0.576868	0.576868	Currently viewing: S-01 \| Summary001 Key \| Experimental result002 Disregarded \| Experimental result003 Disregarded \| Experimental result guideline study Experimental study performed according to the OECD 201 guideline and under GLP conditions OECD Guideline 201 (Freshwater Alga and Cyanobacteria, Growth Inhibition Test) yes (incl. QA statement) Specific details on test material used for the study: Please, see TMI above Details on sampling: The analytical samples were sampled at the beginning of the test in the test solutions preparations and at the end of the test in the content of the vessels pooled by replicate. The following protocol was applied: - 1 mL of sample was collected and pipetted into a 2 mL micro-centrifugation tube; - For all samples, 1 mL was collected with a syringe and was filtered (Filter Macherey Nagel RC-45/13 ref 729237) into a 1.5 mL glass amber vial. Test item was supplied by the sponsor as a saturated solution. Aqueous phase of this solution was used as Limit of Solubility solution (LS). As this saturated solution was prepared with deionised water, stock solutions of media were added at LS solution as below: Test item solution (LS) = 500 mL Media stock solution (SM1) = 5 mL Media stock solution (SM2) = 0.5 mL Final volume (F) = 506.5 mL Dilution factor (F / LS) = 1.013 mL Dilution factor (1.013) was negligible to performed the test at LS concentration. The test solution was then prepared by dilution of test item solution Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (previous names: Raphidocelis subcapitata, Selenastrum capricornutum) Details on test organisms: The Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata stock culture was maintained at 4°C and regularly transferred to fresh medium at the laboratory. The algal stock culture was provided by the CCAP (Culture Collection of Algae and Protozoa), reference CCAP 278/4. A culture was prepared from the stock culture and maintained in an exponential growth by successive transfers to fresh medium used in the test (OECD medium) every 3 to 4 days. Remarks on exposure duration: Hardness: Test temperature: 21.7 to 23.1 °C (mean: 22.1°C) Dissolved oxygen: Salinity: Conductivity: Nominal: 0; LS/16; LS/8; LS/4; LS/2 and LS Measured (T0): 0; 0.16, 0.33, 0.65, 1.31 and 2.61 mg/L Measured (72h): 0; 0.17, 0.33, 0.65, 1.31 and 2.60 mg/L Based on the results of the no-GLP range-finding test, the test solutions were prepared in OECD medium at the definitive nominal concentrations of LS/16; LS/8; LS/4; LS/2 and LS. A control was performed at the same time with test media only. Every flask was inoculated with the initial cell concentration of 510^3 cells.mL-1 of Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata as recommended in the guideline OECD 201. Starting from a culture of 3.55E+06 cells per millilitres, 705 µL were inoculated in 500 mL of OECD medium for the control (C02) and 352.5 µL were inoculated in 250 mL of OECD medium for the tested concentrations (C03 to C07), to reach a concentration of about 5000 cells per milliliters. The preparations were divided in 6 replicates for the control and 3 replicates for the tested concentrations consisting in about 80 mL per replicates. The flasks consisted of glass Erlenmeyer flasks of 250 mL capacity, closed with air-permeable stoppers made of polyether foam. The test was performed in a thermostatic chamber maintained in the range of 21°C to 24°C controlled to ± 2°C under continuous illumination (with a light intensity between 4440 and 8880 lux). Algae were maintained suspended under continuous orbital stirring. According to the study plan, cell biomass was measured every day in each flask using an electronic particle counter. At the end of the test, after 72 hours of exposure, a microscopic observation was performed to verify a normal and healthy appearance of the inoculum culture and to observe any abnormal appearance of the algae. pH was recorded at the beginning and the end of the test in all treatments. potassium dichromate > 2.61 mg/L meas. (initial) other: EC50 was greater than the water solubility of the substance other: EC10 was greater than the water solubility limit of the substance See the section "any information on results incl. tables". No abnormal appearance of the algae at the start and at the end of the test was recorded. Potassium dichromate: EC-72h-50 (mg.L-1): 1.09 95% confidence limits (mg.L-1): 0.95 – 1.23 Table 1: Cells number on control flasks Number of cells at 0 h Measure at 24 h (cells / mL) Control C02 Table 2: Specific growth rates, growth rates and yields of control replicates Specific growth rate 0 h – 24 h Specific growth rate 24 h – 48 h Mean of specific rate per replicate Standard deviation of specific rate CV of specific rate Growth rate (day-1) after 72h CV growth 72h (%) Yield (cells / mL) after 72h CV yield 72h (%) Table 3: Cells number, growth rates and yields in the different replicates of the test item group Growth rate inhibition (%) compared to control after 72h Yield inhibition (%) compared to control after 72h mg test item/L after 72h LS/16 (C03) 2.48 (ns) 13.25 (ns) LS/8 5.32 () 25.80 () -0.18 (ns) LS (C07) ns: not statistically significant compared to the control (p>0.05, t-test) statistically significant compared to the control (p<0.05, t-test) Table 4: pH measurements pH at 0 h pH at 72 h Table 5: Temperature and light intensity during the test Temperature (TMP_0104) Light intensity (lux) Table 6: Validity criteria Actual value Reference value Growth multiplication factor in the control within the 72-hour test period Coefficient of variation of the average specific growth rates in the control during the whole test period Mean coefficient of variation for section-by-section specific growth rates (days 0-1. 1-2 and 2-3) in the control Table 7: Analytical results 0h(mg.L-1) 72h(mg.L-1) Validity criteria fulfilled: HMX was not acutely toxic to Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata when tested at the solubility limit of the compound. ErC50 and ErC10 based on growth rate could not be determined because there were above the solubility limit of the substance, i.e. 2.61 mg/L. The lowest-observed-effect concentration (LOEC) and no-observed-effect concentration (NOEC) were > 2.61 and 2.61 mg/L, respectively. The objective of this study was to assess the effects of test item Octogen solution on the growth of Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata over a period of 72 hours according to OECD 201 Guideline. Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata is a freshwater green algae that is recommended by the OECD Guideline 201. The test item is a saturated solution supplied by the sponsor. The test solutions were prepared in the test medium by dilution of saturated test item solution, and were expressed in limit of solubility (LS). The effects of Octogen solution at the definitive nominal concentrations of 0; LS/16; LS/8; LS/4; LS/2 and LS to Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata were investigated under laboratory conditions. The analytical samples were sampled at the beginning of the test and at the end of the test (72 hours) with the content of the vessels pooled and homogenized. Since the deviation between the measured concentrations at T0 and the measured concentrations at 72h was within the range of ± 20 %, analysis of the results were based in the measured concentrations at T0. The EC10, EC20, EC50 and NOEC/LOEC values are summarized in the table below: Octogen solution (growth rate and yield) 2.61 mg.L-1 >2.61 mg.L-1 72h-ErC10 (95% confidence limits) 72h-EyC10 2.53 mg.L-1(95% confidence limits: 0.80 – 51.90 mg.L-1) EC = Effect concentration NOEC= No Observed Effect Concentration LOEC = Lowest Observed Effect Concentration For that endpoint, an experimental study was available to assess the effects of test item on the growth of Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata over a period of 72 hours according to OECD 201 Guideline and under GLP conditions. HMX was not acutely toxic to Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata when tested at the solubility limit of the compound. ErC50 and ErC10 based on growth rate could were above the solubility limit of the substance, i.e. 2.61 mg/L. The lowest-observed-effect concentration (LOEC) and no-observed-effect concentration (NOEC) were > 2.61 and 2.61 mg/L, respectively. All validity criteria were met, therefore this study was considered valid. For that endpoint, other data on the registered substance were available. Indeed, the effect of HMX to Algae was assessed under static conditions in two freshwater static algae assays. One was a bottle test with four species of algae, the other was a microplate-based bioassay. Both studies were performed at the limit of solubility of HMX. The 96h EC50 of test substance to Scenedesmus capricornutum is > 22 μmol/L (6.5 mg/L) (Biotechnology Research Institute, 1997). The 96h-EC50 of the test substance to algae (Microcystis aeruginosa, Anabeana flos-aquae, Selenastrum capricornutum and Navicula pelliculosa) was greater than 32 mg/L (nominal concentration) (EG & G Bionomics, 1978). Nevertheless, the key parameter investigated was the inhibition of growth after 96 hours (i.e. 96h-EC50) based on yield rather than growth rate (logarithmic increase in biomass). Therefore these studies do not provide an adequate coverage of the key parameter foreseen to be investigated in the corresponding test methods referred to in Article 13(3). In addition, no data is available on the analytical monitoring of exposure concentrations. Therefore these studies do not provide a reliable coverage of the reported key parameter. Finally, no data on section-by-section specific growth rates are available. Therefore these published studies do not provide adequate documentation to verify whether all validity criteria of the test methods referred to in Article 13(3) were fulfilled. In particular, the documentation is insufficient to verify if: - the biomass in the control cultures increased exponentially by a factor of at least 16 within the 72-hour test period (i.e. specific growth rate ≥ 0.92 /day); - the mean coefficient of variation for section-by-section specific growth rates (days 0-1, 1-2, 2-3 and 3-4, for 96-hour tests) in the control cultures did not exceed 35%. For these reasons, these two study have been finally disregarded.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2862
__label__wiki	0.509751	0.509751	Juma Mbwana, MD 4.4 out of 5 stars (based on 49 Patient/Family Ratings) rating details (?) About Our Patient Satisfaction Scores The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. View More Video [] Main Hospital Washington, District of Columbia 20010 Fulton, Maryland 20759 Residency Program, Child Neurology, 2016 Residency Program, Pediatrics, 2013 Internship Program, Pediatrics, 2011 MD, 2010 BS, 2003 Show More [+] Show Less [-] American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology National Provider ID: 1669790127 Juma Mbwana, M.D., joins Children's National Hospital from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He is a graduate of Yale College with a B.S. in biomedical engineering and the Morehouse School of Medicine. He completed training in pediatrics at the Yale-New Haven Hospital as well as training in adult and child neurology at the University of Pennsylvania and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). At the completion of his training at CHOP, Dr. Mbwana was given the Meg Olivia Barkman Award, an annual award that recognizes neurology residents who demonstrate clinical excellence and a compassionate approach to care. Dr. Mbwana's research interests include projects that utilize biomedical engineering innovations and emerging technologies for clinical neuroscience advancement. Having lived in the Middle East and Africa in childhood, Dr. Mbwana has a personal interest in global health issues and during his pediatric residency, he participated in the Yale Pediatric Refugee Clinic. He enjoys gardening and spending time outdoors. Lunch and Learn Webinars - Jul 22, 2019 New Onset Seizures and Epilepsy in a Primary Care Setting Mbwana J, Berl MM, Ritzl EK, et al. Limitations to plasticity of language network reorganization in localization related epilepsy. Brain. 2009;132(2):347-356. DOI:10.1093/brain/awn329. Bhatt S, Mbwana J, Adeyemo A, Sawyer A, Hailu A, VanMeter J.Lying about facial recognition: An fMRI study. Brain and Cognition. 2009;69(2):382-390. 4.4 / 5 4.4 out of 5 stars (based on 49 Patient/Family Ratings) About Our Patient Satisfaction Scores The main Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider-related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. The ratings below are the average of specific questions about interactions with the care provider. Care Provider explanations of prob/condition Likelihood of recommending Care Provider	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2864
__label__wiki	0.856571	0.856571	2014 Coffee Fest National Winners and The Making of “America’s Best Espresso” Nick Brown \| October 31, 2014 Kenny Smith (center) and Blake Nail (center left) of Sunergos Coffee, winners of the America’s Best Espresso championship. Coffee Fest held its final show of the year this month in Portland, including the national competitions for its three flagship events: America’s Best Coffeehouse (barista-focused), America’s Best Espresso (roaster-focused) and the Latte Art World Championship open (self-explanatory). Roast Magazine was proud to be among the sponsors of this year’s America’s Best Espresso competition, a head-to-head bracket-style elimination tournament in which Sunergos Coffee of Louisville, Ky. took top honors, followed by Resilient Coffee Roasters of Richland, Wash., and Goshen Coffee of Edwardsville, Ill. Palace Coffee Co. of Canyon, Tex., took top spot in the America’s Best Coffeehouse National Championship, among an impressive field of established shops including New York’s Cafe Grumpy (2nd place) and L.A.’s Klatch Coffee (3rd place). Japanese competitors swept the podium at the Latte Art World Championship, with Yusuke Ota edging out Kenta Tamura (2nd) and Daisuke Tanaka (3rd). America’s Best Espresso Sunergos came to Portland after taking the top spot at Coffee Fest Chicago in 2013, which served as a regional competition platform for the national finals. Given the bucket-loads of fantastic shots pulled daily throughout the United States and Canada, we reached out to Sunergos Co-Founder Matthew Huested to find out what all went into making the one deemed “best,” as pulled for judges by Sunergos Wholesale Director Kenny Smith. “I don’t know what other people’s processes are going into these competitions,” says Huested, who views the entire competition experience foremost as a platform for craftsmanship, collegiality and coffee discovery. “I’d love to know what kind of effort others are putting into this, and how it compares to ours.” Theirs is intensive. First, as Donald Rumsfeld might put it, there are known knowns that Sunergos brought to the competition (the coffee; the skill of the shot puller; the grinders), and known unknowns that awaited them in Portland (the water supply; the Black Eagle espresso machine supplied by Nuova Simonelli; the skills of the other competitors). Kenny Smith dialing it in. The first known, the coffee, begins with coffee selection based on the judging criteria — in this case, the three primary criteria were flavor complexity, mouthfeel and appeal, and aftertaste. The Sunergos team made an early decision to reach out only to suppliers they know and trust. “Our approach with this competition was a little different; We wanted to base everything on long-standing relationships,” Huested says. “We trust them, for one, but they’re also a huge part of the work we do already.” Sunergos then collected numerous coffees and began roasting and cupping, sampling each coffee with different roast profiles and at various times removed from the roast, at the cupping table and in shot form with various extraction parameters. “Eventually, we narrow it down to one coffee that we’re pretty much sure we’re going to take, then we start the whole process over again with different roast profiles and different extraction profiles,” Huested says. For their winning coffee, Sunergos settled on a “zero defect” washed Ethiopia Yirgacheffe supplied by their longtime partner Samuel Demiss at Keffa Coffee, who emigrated from Ethiopia to the United States in 2004 and maintains direct relationships with the farms around which he grew up. “Zero Defect” is a term Keffa uses to describe its coffees that have been triple-sorted manually, says Huested. In roasting and cupping the coffee countless times, inviting friends and colleagues from the Louisville coffee community to share their thoughts, and arguing the merits of a particular roast or extraction, consensus can be hard to come by. “We narrow down, narrow down, narrow down,” he says. “Even then, there are some different opinions among us. Kenny Smith, he was rock solid and certain about this coffee; but he was not 100 percent certain about this roast profile. I was not certain about either. However, the beauty of that is none of us are alone in this. We have a team of people making this decision.” As it turns out, the decision was correct. Craft/Operations Tags: Cafe Grumpy, Coffee Fest, Coffee Fest 2014, Goshen Coffee, Kenny Smith, Klatch Coffee, Matthew Huested, Nuova Simonelli, Nuova Simonelli Black Eagle, Palace Coffee, Resilient Coffee Roasters, Roast Magazine, Sunergos Coffee Barista Maniac Totally agree and was a real pleasure to be a judge of the competition in Portland.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2877
__label__cc	0.739215	0.260785	Coercion Code - "Dark Times are upon us" "Brethren, do not be children in understanding; however, in malice be babes, but in understanding be men". – 1 Corinthians 14:20 Deception, Deep state, Donald Trump, global elite, Government, Joe Biden, Politics, USA Georgia Certifies Results; Election Official Says The ‘Numbers Don’t Lie’ Date: November 23, 2020Author: lance goodall 0 Comments Jessica McGowan/Getty Images November 20, 202012:44 PM ET Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger holds a press conference earlier this month. Despite pressure from some fellow Republicans, Raffensperger has certified President-elect Joe Biden’s victory in the state. President-elect Joe Biden was officially certified the winner of Georgia’s 16 electoral votes Friday after a statewide recount ended this week. Hours before the deadline, a weary secretary of state, Brad Raffensperger, delivered a short but emphatic speech that “numbers don’t lie” about Biden’s victory. Earlier in the day, Raffensperger’s office had reported that the certification process was complete, only to send out a corrected statement hours later saying it would be finished on Friday. https://apps.npr.org/elections20-interactive/embed.html?file=states%2FGA&race=0&initialWidth=763&childId=responsive-embed-election-GA-0&parentTitle=Georgia%20Election%20Results%20Certified%20%3A%20Biden%20Transition%20Updates%20%3A%20NPR&parentUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.npr.org%2Fsections%2Fbiden-transition-updates%2F2020%2F11%2F20%2F937050597%2Fgeorgia-election-results-certified-election-official-says-the-numbers-dont-lie In an evening press conference, Gov. Brian Kemp said he will formalize the certification as the law dictates, while he also criticized the state’s election process. Kemp said the vast majority of local election workers did their job well but that it was “unacceptable” additional ballots were found in the hand audit. He called for “full transparency” in the state’s elections. Raffensperger has emphasized there was no evidence of fraud and that the discrepancies found during the hand audit were well within the expected margin of human error. Kemp had stayed largely silent as Raffensperger, also a Republican, faced calls to resign, death threats and pressure from prominent members of the GOP over the 2 1/2 weeks of post-election counting. While Raffensperger is a supporter of President Trump who wished the incumbent would have won, the secretary of state said it is not his job to alter the outcome. “Working as an engineer throughout my life, I live by the motto that numbers don’t lie,” he said. “As secretary of state, I believe that the numbers that we have presented today are correct. The numbers reflect the verdict of the people, not a decision by the secretary of state’s office or of courts or of either campaign.” As his staff put the finishing touches on certification documents, Raffensperger pledged to build voters’ trust in the voting system that many top Republicans attacked, without evidence, for not being fair or accurate. “Close elections sow distrust; people feel their side was cheated,” he said. “We saw this from the Democrats in 2018. We see this from Republicans today.” To that end, Raffensperger said he wants to focus on three reforms to how voting works in Georgia. The day-to-day operations of elections happen at the county level, and sometimes those counties fall short, he said. Raffensperger said he wants the ability for his office to intervene in the way those local offices are run. “I think we need to have the ability to come in and make sure that we can actually replace boards and replace county election officials,” he said in an interview. Despite More Than 2 Dozen Legal Losses, Trump’s Lawyers Press On With Election Fights Raffensperger also said he wants to reform the absentee ballot process, which saw an explosion of growth because of the COVID-19 pandemic this year. The state expanded access to mail-in voting through an online request portal and 24/7-monitored secure drop boxes. But the chief election official said there needs to be more security around the process and will call for some sort of photo ID component, though he declined to give specifics. The online request portal verifies a request using a Georgia state ID or driver’s license number. “We want to take away any concern that you could have about fraud,” he said in an interview. “And we need to do that with an objective measure, not subjective, whenever we can.” The third focus area deals with voter list maintenance. Raffensperger said there needs to be stricter controls on challenging voter registrations of people believed to have died, moved away or otherwise be ineligible to vote. Georgia is now a part of the Electronic Registration Information Center, or ERIC, that allows states to communicate voter registration information better. “Did someone leave Georgia and register in Texas or Florida or North Carolina? … Then why don’t we notify those states?” he offered as an example in an interview. Meanwhile, the Trump campaign has until Tuesday to request a machine recount of all 5 million votes because the president’s Georgia vote total is within 0.5% of Biden’s. 5 MillionBrad RaffenspergerCloseDonald TrumpfraudGeorgiaJoe Bidennumberssecretary of stateVictoryvotes Published by lance goodall Looking for news worthy topics, in both the Politcal, Social, and The Religious arenas. 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__label__wiki	0.987727	0.987727	Phil Jurkovec Boston College backups help beat Louisville 34-27 By Jimmy Golen Nov. 28, 2020 07:25 PM EST Louisville at Boston College 11/28/2020 Louisville, Boston College make it to field at last (maybe) No. 2 Notre Dame, No. 25 UNC meet in ACC headliner this week By Aaron Beard Nov. 26, 2020 04:01 AM EST AP Top 25 Takeaways: Is time right for USC to hire Franklin? By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 14, 2020 09:47 PM EST Kelly earns 100th win, No. 2 Notre Dame rolls past BC 45-31 By Kyle Hightower Nov. 14, 2020 07:28 PM EST Notre Dame at Boston College 11/14/2020 No. 2 Notre Dame brings unbeaten season to Boston College By Ken Powtak Nov. 12, 2020 12:16 PM EST Latest ACC Showdown has No. 2 Notre Dame at Boston College By John Kekis Nov. 12, 2020 04:00 AM EST College Football Picks: Notre Dame tries to avoid BC letdown After breakthrough vs. Clemson, BC looms for Notre Dame By John Fineran Nov. 08, 2020 03:19 PM EST Boston College sends Syracuse to fifth straight loss, 16-13 By Mark Frank Nov. 07, 2020 05:33 PM EST Syracuse hosts BC hoping to end four-game skid By John Kekis Nov. 05, 2020 12:02 PM EST QB Uiagalelei rallies No. 1 Clemson to 34-28 win over BC By Pete Iacobelli Oct. 31, 2020 04:04 PM EDT Boston College at Clemson 10/31/2020 Lawrence out, No. 1 Clemson looks for 10th straight over BC By The Associated Press Oct. 29, 2020 02:16 PM EDT No. 1 Clemson dealing with rash of injuries on defense vs BC By Pete Iacobelli Oct. 29, 2020 11:35 AM EDT Jurkovec, BC roll over Georgia Tech 48-27 By Jimmy Golen Oct. 24, 2020 07:39 PM EDT Georgia Tech at Boston College 10/24/2020	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2884
__label__cc	0.628913	0.371087	How an Innovation Economy helps Companies Create Ryan E. Glenn, Ben Franklin Technology Partners https://comcastnewsmakers.com/Videos/2019/10/1/Ryan_Glenn The concept of an innovation economy and its benefits to companies developing products and services for the future is discussed with guest Ryan E. Glenn, Director of Statewide Initiatives, Ben Franklin Technology Partners and host Jill Horner. benfranklin.org Hosted by: Jill Horner Produced by: Keystone Newsmakers Team Other videos hosted by Jill Horner Breaking Down Barriers for Individuals with Special Needs Breaking Down Barriers for Individuals with Special Needs - 6:40 Yasmin Nielsen, Director of Advancement, for Easterseals New Jersey, discusses the barriers that Individuals with disabilities often experience when pursuing their goals, but with the help of a new Easterseals campaign they are facing those barriers head on so they can "Get to the Other Side". Recorded January 6, 2021. https://comcastnewsmakers.com/Videos/2021/1/12/Yasmin-Nielsen Impact of COVID on Services for Sexual Assault Survivors Impact of COVID on Services for Sexual Assault Survivors - 7:20 Patricia Teffenhart, New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault, explains how New Jersey’s sexual violence programs continue to operate during the pandemic, but have changed the way they deliver services due to COVID-19. Patricia also shares what these changes mean in working to support survivors. Recorded January 6, 2021. https://comcastnewsmakers.com/Videos/2021/1/12/Patricia-Teffenhart The Impact of COVID on the Latino Community The Impact of COVID on the Latino Community - 8:07 Nelly Jimenez, Executive Director & CEO, ACLAMO Family Centers, discusses how Latinos face disproportionately high COVID-19 mortality rates compared to whites, and also how the pandemic has had a devastating impact on the economic well-being of Latino families. Nelly, also discusses her organization's expanded work to assist Latino families during the pandemic. Recorded January 6, 2021. https://comcastnewsmakers.com/Videos/2021/1/12/Nelly-Jimenez Girl Scouts Networking Virtually in 2021 Girl Scouts Networking Virtually in 2021 - 6:33 Ginny Hill, CEO, Girl Scouts of Central & Southern New Jersey discusses how an all-girl environment can help girls to be more confident and courageous. Ginny also explains how their programs, both virtual and in person, prepare girls for leadership in life. Recorded January 6, 2021. https://comcastnewsmakers.com/Videos/2021/1/12/Ginny-Hill Achieving the Dream of Homeownership Achieving the Dream of Homeownership - 6:41 Danny Sulpizio, Board President, Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity, explains how their program helps families achieve the dream of homeownership in one of the most expensive housing markets in the country. 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De'netta Benjamin-Miller, executive director of Sojourner House in Pittsburgh, talks with host Sheila Hyland about recovery services for women and children. sojournerhousepa.org https://comcastnewsmakers.com/Videos/2020/9/29/Sojourner_House_Miller Science Center Balances Safety and Fun during Pandemic Science Center Balances Safety and Fun during Pandemic - 5:46 The Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh is providing a safe on-site experience during the pandemic, while providing fun and education resources in the virtual environment for teachers, kids and families. 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__label__cc	0.722822	0.277178	pricing & sign up Manufacturing: Reducing Cost By Piece Make Business More Profitable by Reducing Per Unit Cost Diminishing the per piece unit cost of merchandise makes a business more lucrative by expanding the margin between what it costs to manufacture a product and what you charge for it. Decreasing the unit cost of products will help in bringing down the overhead cost per product manufactured. Making fewer payments for lease and utilities or expanding production volume can reduce the average overhead cost per unit. It’s easier to diminish the cost per unit by using more affordable materials or expanding production proficiency, which diminishes the cost of labor per unit. Decrease the Overhead Cost Decrease the overhead costs by discovering an area with cheaper lease or affordable rent. Consider leasing your office during a recession and assess service charges, searching for approaches to reduce costs. On the off chance that business is moderate in your general vicinity, you may likewise have the capacity to consult with your proprietor for a cheaper lease. Increasing the sales is one of the ideal ways to reduce cost per unit. Increasing sales would mean offering more products to help diminish unit cost because, during manufacturing of more products, the averaging overhead expenses are divided between the extra units produced. Affordable Raw Materials Find more affordable materials to utilize. A good approach is to use raw materials that could be used as an alternative to the more expensive materials. Purchase the products directly from their allocated suppliers to reduce the cost associated with purchasing the products through an intermediary. Purchase in bulk volume if there is an adequate storage space. With extra storage space, it’s possible to save the purchased goods inventory for using it in manufacturing over a period of time to reduce cost by piece in manufacturing. 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Putting resources into equipment that influences the manufacturing to process faster can bring down the creation costs over the long haul for reducing per unit cost. Machinery that utilizes less material can bring down costs. It’s important for manufacturing companies to examine potential capital investment benefits versus costs required before buying new equipment. Determine the return on investment for reducing per unit cost by calculating the profits that these investments can represent. It’s essential to determine the return on investment, calculate the potential profit from the investment, and subtract the cost of the investment divided by the cost of the venture. Control labor costs by monitoring productivity. Employees are the most productive when they have satisfactory time to complete their work and are approached with the best innovation and equipment to help them. 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__label__wiki	0.757751	0.757751	The story of Makardhwaja – The son of lord hanuman Deities, by Nidhi Hanuman, exceptionally rendering the quality of the greatest devotee of Lord Rama, is known for his great strength and intellect. He has been given different names, one of them being Kesarinandan which means the son of Kesari. What if we say Kesari Nandan himself was a father even though he had taken a vow of remaining a Brahmachari. Would you believe? The story of the son meeting his father for the first time, and telling him that he was the son of the warrior is interesting. Until this point, even the almighty wasn’t aware of the fact that he was a father. Unfolding the story of Lord Hanuman’s son Who was the son of Hanuman? Makardhwaja was his name! The name says it all. He had the features of both a monkey and a reptile. Like father like son, Makardhawaja was also brave and valiant. Nascence of Makardhwaja After meeting Sita, Hanuman had set Ravana’s kingdom on fire with his inflamed tail. What happened after the Lanka was burnt into ashes? Where did he go? personal.carthage.edu Hanuman took a dip into the waters of the sea to cool himself down, and due to the heat, the drop of his perspiration fell into the water. Some say that it was his reproductive fluid (Source) which had fallen. Well, conjectures are always welcome! This drop went into the mouth of a giant fish like reptile creature, Makara which impregnated her giving birth to Makardhwaja. Who gave him this name? Siya Ke Ram Once, this giant fish cum reptile like creature was caught by the men of the King of Patala, Ahiravana (Brother of Ravana). When the fish was cut they found a child inside. The king named him after the fish’s name. Bewildered by his strength, the king of Patala appointed him as the guard of his kingdom. The weird meet up of the father and his son Ahiravana kidnapped and took Lord Rama and Lakshmana to his palace. Hanuman followed them and reached his kingdom to rescue them. There he met Makardhwaja at the entrance where he introduced himself as the son of the great Hanuman. Hanuman was startled by his words as he was celibate. In order to know the mystery behind his son’s birth he went into dhyaan and got to know about what all had happened. Also Read : Kumbhakarna - A Devotee Of Lord Rama In Reality The father had to confront his son to enter the palace as Makardhwaja couldn’t betray his master. Therefore, Hanuman had to defeat him so that he could save Lord Rama. Both of them presented loyalty towards their masters and entered into a duel. Hanumaan defeated Makardhwaja and moved towards rescuing Lord Rama and Lakshmana. The New King of Patala After killing Ahiravana as they were leaving, Lord Rama asked Hanuman to crown Makardhwaja as the new king of Patala before returning to Lanka and continuing their war with Ravana. The Jhethwas which is the clan of Kshatriyas claims that they are the descendants of Makardhwaja. Jhethwa is a dynasty of Gujarat and people over their worship Lord Hanuman as their “Ista Devata”. You can also find various temples dedicated to Makardhwaja and Hanuman especially in Gujarat. hanumanlord hanuma's sonmakardhwajaramayanavalmiki Shocking Evidences That Indicates Ramayana As a Real Historical Event Why Sri Rama tricked Hanuman before his return to Vaikuntha Who first narrated the two epics Ramayana and Mahabharata? Vampires in South America described in Ramayana as Mandeha-s The Untold Story of Ravana’s sister Surpanakha How Lord Hanuman’s thirst for knowledge led to his Marriage Most Interesting Facts About Hinduism You May Not Know 15 Ancient Hindu Predictions that have come true 20 Reasons Why Hinduism Is Very Scientific Religion 25 Amazing Facts About Hinduism That Most Hindus Probably Wouldn’t Know Shiva Linga Symbolize Ascending Energy of Consciousness And Life In Nature	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2901
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The Beach Park is bounded on the west by the University of California at Santa Barbara and to the north and east, by private natural gas generation and storage facilities. An easement containing various utility and sewage lines traverses the park. To the northwest, Clarence Ward Memorial Boulevard separates the Park from the greater area of Goleta Slough and the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. All portions of Goleta Beach Park situated landward of the sandy beach are located on top of a clay-rich fill base. Goleta Beach Park has been a treasured community investment going back to the early 1900s. Today it is still the most heavily used park in the Santa Barbara County system, with an estimated 1.4 million visitors per year. An ongoing problem concerning Goleta Beach is coastal erosion; sand and sediment is constantly being washed away and the beach is narrowing. After facing several El Niño storms, in the last 14 years, the beach has been eroding at an average rate of 20 feet (6 m)-per-year, and the park and its structures is in danger of being lost. In response to this erosion, the County has placed several rock revetments on Goleta Beach in attempt to protect the park structures. In 2009, the California Coastal Commission voted 9-1 to deny Santa Barbara County’s proposal to build a permeable pile pier, a “hard” structure designed to allegedly slow the effects of beach erosion by holding sand on the beach along the wharf at Goleta Beach. But in doing so, this groin project would have interfered with down-coast movement of sand to other beaches. In March 2010, a “soft “option was chosen, that is: beach nourishment (actually re-nourishment or replenishment). 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__label__wiki	0.986529	0.986529	Kelly clarkson piece by piece story Kelly Clarkson - Piece by Piece Lyrics Genius Lyric 'Piece by Piece' is the title track off Kelly Clarkson's sixth studio album. Written by Kelly Clarkson and Greg Kurstin (who also produced the track), the mid-tempo ballad tells the story of her life then and now. Highlighting the pain and damage felt when her father left her in pieces, Kelly sings how he.. ded people of how powerful her voice is, and how expressive I wrote 'Piece by Piece' about a conversation I had with my sister about that. Kelly Clarkson likes to think of this tune as the happy ending to Because Of You. It's not the happiest story in the beginning, but it's a real one that I decided to write after a conversation with my sister, she explained Kelly Clarkson's Piece by Piece may bring tears to your eyes even if you don't know what it's about. But hearing the singer talk about the personal experiences that lie beneath the lyrics makes it all the harder to hear without getting emotional. The former American Idol star recently revealed that the.. The songs on Piece by Piece should ostensibly inspire nostalgia, but instead feel like they just rolled off a conveyor belt. Though she's got an impressive six platinum albums to her name, Kelly Clarkson should be competing with commercial juggernauts like Taylor Swift and Adele, in the past proving.. Kelly Clarkson - Piece By Piece (Letra e música para ouvir) - And But piece by piece he collected me up off the ground Where you abandon things, yeah Piece by piece he filled the holes That you burned in me at 6 years old And you know he never walks away He never asks for money He takes.. Kelly Clarkson's Piece By Piece Lyrics Tell A Heartbreaking Story The Grammy-winning pop singer opens up to CBS This Morning co-host Gayle King about the personal stories behind her title track and how she ignores offensive comments about her weight Kelly Clarkson hasn't released a proper studio album since 2011, but she's had more pressing projects in the works: like marrying husband Brandon Blackstock and Fortunately, the musical drought is over. On March 3, Clarkson will release Piece by Piece, a record that's loaded with slick power-pop (see.. Kelly Clarkson opens up about marriage, the joys of being a mom and her emotional new album Piece by Piece. Subscribe now for instant access to her exclusive interview and 1. She Recorded During Her Pregnancy Clarkson recorded Piece by Piece during her pregnancy with River, a period during.. Clarkson recorded most of Piece by Piece during a pregnancy characterized by morning sickness so severe she had to be hospitalized at one point. Clarkson wound up writing just three songs for the album, including title track Piece by Piece, and another two that appear on its deluxe edition Piece by Piece by Kelly Clarkson - Songfact This 2015 offering from Kelly Clarkson is her first album since the 2011 success of Stronger . It topped the Billboard 200 Album charts and features the hit single Heartbeat Song. Kelly Clarkson: Piece By has been added to your Cart ..Idol, Kelly Clarkson stunned with her weepy performance of Piece by Piece, a heartbreaking, gut-punching ballad about her absentee father. That was a storyline that 33-year-old Nashville pop singer Stephanie Skipper could sadly relate to all too well, and when she auditioned with her own.. (Piece by piece). And all I remember is your back. Kesha canta músicas de Lizzo, Kelly Clarkson e Dolly Parton em jogo estilo Qual é a Música Kelly Clarkson Song Meaning Piece by Piece The Piece by Piece Tour was the eighth headlining concert tour from American pop recording artist Kelly Clarkson in support of her seventh studio album, Piece by Piece (2015). It began on July 11, 2015, in Hershey, Pennsylvania and concluded on September 10, 2015, in Atlanta A music video for American singer/songwriter Kelly Clarkson directed by Alon Isocianu. © The Faculty 2016 kelly clarkson. Comment must not exceed 1000 characters. Kelly Clarkson Piece by Piece American Idol Live Piece by Piece. Add to Custom List. Recording has rarely come easy for Kelly Clarkson. The classic example of this trouble is My December, the album where she attempted to break away from her American Idol benefactors to find her own way, but 2015's Piece by Piece bears signs of a potentially.. Share this Rating. Title: Kelly Clarkson: Piece by Piece (Video 2015) Piece by Piece doesn't disrupt that similitude, but it gleams with the professionalism that has marked the rest of Clarkson's postpeak phase. This story will appear in the March 14 issue of Billboard. Kelly Clarkson - Piece by Piece Album Review Kelly Clarkson, winner of the first series of American Idol, has outlasted most reality stars, thanks to a knack for spotting (or co-writing) exactly the right air-punching empowerment anthems. But she's also a truth-teller, and her candour carries her seventh album, which otherwise doesn't provide many new.. Kelly Clarkson cried when she heard one of her singers perform her heartbreaking hit Piece By Piece as the Knockout Rounds started Monday on The Voice. The 37-year-old coach had a hit with the song in 2015, and was devastatingly honest in its lyrics about the effect her father's abandonment had on.. Because Piece by Piece showcases a brand new Kelly Clarkson all the while staying true to what makes her an artist that continually finds ways churn out really good pop records. The stories in Jac Jemc's False Bingo are wound tight, propelling the reader to ambiguous and nerve-wracking ends Watch: Kelly Clarkson Delivers an Emotional Piece by Piece on American Idol. As of early Sunday morning, Piece by Piece still sits atop the all genre iTunes chart. The song was released as the third single from the album last fall, but didn't make a major impact on the charts until Kelly's.. Kelly Clarkson tears up on 'American Idol' 01:05. Story highlights. The first American Idol winner returned to the stage Thursday. Performing Piece by Piece, a song about an absentee parent, the pregnant singer touched the crowd and judges with heartbreaking lyrics and an emotionally bare.. Review: Kelly Clarkson, Piece by Piece - Slant Magazin Chris DeStefano, Jason Halbert, Greg Kurstin, Eric Olson, Jesse Shatkin. Formati. CD, 2 LP, download digitale. Certificazioni. Dischi d'oro. Stati Uniti(vendite: 500 000+) Norvegia(vendite: 15 000+). Kelly Clarkson - cronologia. Singoli. Heartbeat SongPubblicato: 12 gennaio 2015 Piece by piece. Words and Music by. KELLY CLARKSON and GREG KURSTIN. Moderately q = 116 Eb B b(add9) b j Gm7. piece by piece he lled the holes that you burned in me at she will nev - er have - to won-der her worth be - cause - un - like you, Im gon - na b Gb w {} w w ww On March 3, pop superstar Kelly Clarkson will release her seventh studio album, Piece By Piece. In terms of collaborators, you worked with Greg Kurstin and Sia on several Piece By Piece tracks. Here's the thing — true fans of my music aren't even caring about those stories that come out, so I.. KELLY CLARKSON knocked it out of the park LAST NIGHT on AMERICAN IDOL with a very emotional performance of her song PIECE BY PIECE and brought the That performance so resonated with her fans and viewers that the song PIECE BY PIECE skyrocketed to #1 on iTunes' Top Songs Chart.. Piece By Piece is a video written and directed by our own Alon Isocianu for Kelly Clarkson. The light represents the triumph over adversity, and the particle-like nature of the lights represents the idea that it take multiple piece, one by one, to come together and be whole again Kelly Clarkson is getting personal with Piece by Piece. The singer premiered a music video for Clarkson, whose parents divorced when she was 5, admitted she was distrusting of men until she I'm an emotional singer anyway, so it's easy for me to get lost in any story that I'm the vessel for at that.. Kelly Clarkson's Piece by Piece. Credit: RCA. By GLENN GAMBOA glenn.gamboa@newsday.com @ndmusic Updated March 2, 2015 6:59 PM. Kelly Clarkson has been on a roll in her personal life. She married artist manager and pilot Brandon Blackstock in 2013 and became a mom to his two kids Piece By Piece - Kelly Clarkson - LETRAS Kelly Clarkson siblings. Jason Clarkson (brother born to Stephen Clarkson and Jeanne Taylor). Year of Birth: 1973. One great news however is the fact that Kelly can as well put the past behind her and piece by piece get the deepest of love in her new family KELLY CLARKSON. Piece by Piece (19/RCA). Kelly Clarkson has thrived as a nice girl with a big voice and a grudge. Her career-defining hits have been good-riddance songs like Since U Been Gone and Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You), the messy reconciliation of My Life Would Suck Without You.. Kelly Clarkson released a poignant video for her emotionally raw track Piece by Piece Thursday, and it features a cameo from someone very special: her 1-year-old daughter, River Rose. The adorable baby girl is seen giving her mom a sweet kiss at the end of the song, which serves as a tribute to.. Kelly Clarkson. Piece by Piece ★★ ½. Trying to keep up with the kids has been the undoing of many 30-something pop stars, but on her seventh album, Kelly Clarkson maintains her dignity as she dips her toe into dance music g Emotional 'Piece By Piece'. Yasss, she's back! Season 1 winner Kelly Clarkson — the one who started it all — returned to the 'American Idol' stage to wow the audience as a performer and guest judge on the Feb Piece by Piece Songtext. And all I remember is your back Walking towards the airport Leaving us all in your past I traveled fifteen hundred miles to see you Begged you to want me But Writer(s): KURSTIN GREGORY ALLEN, CLARKSON KELLY BRIANNE Lyrics powered by www.musixmatch.com Kelly Clarkson - Piece By Piece - tekst piosenki, tłumaczenie piosenki i teledysk. Znajdź teksty piosenki oraz tłumaczenia piosenek i zobacz teledyski swoich ulubionych utworów Video: Kelly Clarkson shares story behind title track Piece by - CBS New Kelly Clarkson Interview: 'Piece by Piece' Tim Sign In. LT → енглески → Kelly Clarkson → Piece By Piece → српски. Piece By Piece. Click to see the original lyrics On Thursday night, Kelly Clarkson returned to where it all started: American Idol. Not only did the pop star serve as a guest judge, but she delivered an emotionally charged rendition of Piece by Piece. Tearjerking performances from Clarkson are pretty common — remember how she and Josh Groban.. Whether Kelly Clarkson becomes the new Kelly Wearstler remains to be seen, but Clarkson's appeal has always been her try anything charm, whether Clarkson poses on this ash rose velvet sofa for promotional pics for her new collection. The Victorian-style piece measures 81 inches and fits three.. g Piece by Piece. Few pop songs these days lay their subjects quite so bare, and when you factor in being super pregnant.. Clarkson's 7th studio album has hit the web in all of its glory - or is it shame? Heartbeat Song: Clarkson and her promotional team have both admitted that Heartbeat Song was birthed in order to re-introduce Clarkson to pop radio after Catch My Breath.. Piece by Piece marks the original American Idol winner's third album to reach No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 chart, along with 2009's All I Ever Wanted The big debut of Piece by Piece serves as a victory for Clarkson against her recent detractors, who have criticized the singer for her weight and.. By: Kelly Clarkson. You May Also Like There are no reviews written for Piece by Piece [2016 American Idol Performance] 5:19. AMERICAN IDOL \| Kelly Clarkson Performs 'Piece by Piece'. Cinematic Entertainment. Kelly Clarkson performs emotional rendition of 'Piece by Piece' on American Idol. WHO Declares Coronavirus a Pandemic. Wibbitz Top Stories Kelly Clarkson apologised profusely after she and the judges cried during her rendition of Piece By Piece ahead of American Idol's finale. The singer blubbed uncontrollably as she performed her very personal track Piece By Piece, and pretty much everyone on set had their waterworks going Piece By Piece (2015). Video Překlad Karaoke Zobrazeno. Heartbeat Song 35 648. Invincible 3 187. Piece By Piece 22 509. Správcem interpreta Kelly Clarkson jsou Eva01; -Makushka-; . Pokud objevíš, že je zde něco špatně, tak napiš někomu ze správců Kelly Clarkson Piece by Piece: 5 Things to Know PEOPLE Watch Kelly Clarkson Return to American Idol, Make All of America Sob Uncontrollably. Seacrest and co. welcomed Kelly back to perform Piece by Piece, which is an already-emotional wallop of a song, but when you're super-pregnant like Kelly is right now, it's a wrecking ball to the tear ducts Kelly Clarkson announced Piece By Piece, her sixth studio album and follow-up to 2011's Stronger. Piece By Piece is Clarkson's first album in over three years, although the former American Idol champ has been busy in the interim: 2012 brought a best-of compilation, Greatest Hits - Chapter.. Official website of Kelly Clarkson. Meaning of Life Available Now. By submitting my information, I acknowledge that I have reviewed and agreed to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, and I agree to receive updates and marketing messages from time to time from Kelly Clarkson and her record label A description of tropes appearing in Kelly Clarkson. Piece By Piece (2015). Leaving the Nest Song: Breakaway tells the story of a person who is ready to escape the life they've been living, in an obvious nod to teenagers preparing to leave their parents' home, or more generally, anyone who's.. usatoday.com/story/life/music/2015/03/02/kelly-clarkson-piece-by.. C# But piece by piece, he collected me. KELLY CLARKSON - It's Quiet Uptown Chords and Lyrics. ENGLISH. PHANTOGRAM - Dear God Chords for Guitar and Piano Kelly Clarkson performs Piece by Piece on 'American Idol.' The show's first winner sang Piece by Piece and brought Keith Urban to tears. The first Idol winner returned to the stage to sing Piece by Piece, a heartfelt song about her father who left her when she was six years old Piece by piece, they restored my faith. That a man can be kind and a father should be great. Piece by Piece - Kelly Clarkson (slightly edited by me). sometimes I think of the journey of Kelly Clarkson from Because of You to Piece by Piece and I'm just so happy that she found love and she has a.. I was wondering what caused Piece By Piece to rocket to #1 in the US iTunes chart. One of the most genuinely sincere performances I've seen in a long time. I like Kelly, however I think it's an absolutely god awful song. It's only shot up the iTunes chart due to how emotional she got when she performed it Kelly Clarkson cifras, letras, tablaturas e videoaulas das músicas no Cifra Club. The Story violão guitarra letra GuitarPro partituras baixo cavaco teclado ukulele viola caipira bateria gaita. Pink e Kelly Clarkson abrem o AMAs com cover do R.E.M. há 2 anos. A carreira de Demi Lovato em 5.. Die scharmante Sängerin meldet sich mit ihrem neuen Album Kelly Clarkson - Piece By Piece und einer frischen Tracklist mit insgesamt 16 Liedern (in der Deluxe Version) eindrucksvoll zurück. Schon länger war es ruhig um die Sängerin geworden, doch nun können die Fans aufatmen, denn nachdem.. As Clarkson began singing her song Piece by Piece pregnant with her second child and on the same stage that launched her career, she had the audience in tears with her emotional rendition of the song. The 2015 single has had a resurgence since her performance that has seen Clarkson release the live.. Piece By Piece. 16 faixas. Lançamento: 2015. Kelly Clarkson : Álbuns Mais Tocados. Discografia completa. » Álbuns » Piece By Piece. SalvarRenomearExcluirLimpar 'Piece by Piece' music video by Kelly Clarkson. Premiered on November 19, 2015. Directed by Alon Isocianu. Produced by Elise Tyler. Social Details. Have credits or other information to add to Piece by Piece by Kelly Clarkson? Edit this Page Kelly Clarkson made her emotional return to the American Idol stage on Thursday and reduced the judges to tears with her heartbreaking performance of Piece by Piece. The season one Idol champ opened up about the song -- which she wrote about being abandoned by her father as a child -- earlier.. Kelly Brianne Clarkson (born April 24, 1982 in Fort Worth, Texas) is an American singer-songwriter who has enjoyed success in the pop and rock music genres. Clarkson made her debut under RCA Records after she won the highly publicized first season of the television series American Idol in 2002 Piece by Piece o novo single que mostra a vitória da vida de Kelly em vários sentidos... Kelly Clarkson está muito feliz nessa fase de sua vida, e se dedica imensamente a sua família, e dedica a ela essa música!! Back in 2002, Kelly Clarkson won the first ever season of American Idol. Since winning the reality show, she has released seven studio albums In honor of the first live broadcast of American Idol's final season, the singer returned to the show to perform Piece By Piece, a song about an absentee.. Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this, and Kelly Clarkson has already had more than she can At the end of the evening, Clarkson took the stage herself, moving the crowd to tears with a performance of Piece by Piece that proved to be so emotional, she occasionally had to look away.. Sign up for regular news from the BPI Thank you for signing up. Please check your email to confirm. To complete the subscription process, please click the link in the email we just sent you Piece By Piece (Radio Mix). Please Come Home for Christmas (Bells Will Be Ringing). Kelly Clarkson canta Shallow, sucesso de Gaga em Nasce Uma Estrela. Kelly Clarkson canta The Heart Wants What It Wants; assista 'The Kelly Clarkson Show' is daytime's newest destination for humor, heart, and connection, featuring three-time Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter, mother and America's original idol Spanish translation of lyrics for Piece By Piece by Kelly Clarkson. And all I remember is your back Walking towards the airport Leaving us all in your past I. Kelly Clarkson returned to the stage that launched her career last night for American Idol's final season. She performed her song Piece by Piece, which is about her dad abandoning her and how she'd never do that to her child. She wrote the song when she was pregnant with her daughter.. Lyrics to Piece By Piece by Kelly Clarkson from the Piece by Piece album - including song video, artist biography, translations and more! Piece by piece I fell far from the tree I will never leave her like you left me And she will never have to wonder her worth Because unlike you I'm going to put her.. Choćby takie, jak Piece By Piece. Foto: Materiały prasowe. Kelly pokazała wszystkim, że marzenia się spełniają. Bo czyż można sobie wyobrazić bardziej spektakularną drogę kariery niż tą, którą przeszła, od pracy kelnerki w podłych barach, do gwiazdy muzyki pop, występującej w największych.. Piece By Piece is solid, there's no doubting that, but there's no real risk here from Kelly Clarkson, and thus, it's hard to give her any real reward. While she shines in what she knows (Heartbeat Song), there's too much of that and too little of interesting pop music that's new here.. Kelly Clarkson: Piece By Piece: Kelly Clarkson: 9781495022173 A New York Ghost Story. Retold by. S. E. Schlosser. Listen to the story (4 mb download). There once was a crazy ghost over Poughkeepsie way that got folks so plumb scared that nobody would stay more than one night in its house Kelly Clarkson is revealing the contents of Piece By Piece, her upcoming studio album, piece by piece. Although she sounds lovely and the production is pretty enough, the most noteworthy thing about Piece By Piece isn't the sound of the song itself, but rather the story she's singing, which is.. Read Piece by Piece from the story SONG LYRICS 2016-2017 by looowkeeey with 875 reads. djsnake, romance, newsongs. Piece By Piece Kelly Clarkson. And all I remember is your back Walking towards the airport, leaving us all in your past I traveled fifteen hundred miles to see you.. And all I remember is your back. Dan semua yang kuingat adalah kedatanganmu kembali. Walking towards the airport, leaving us all in your past. Berjalan menuju bandara, meninggalkan kami dengan masa lalumu I traveled fifteen hundred miles to see you Language. Subtitle Details. Kelly Clarkson - Piece By Piece Manga, Story. Cover Stories. Category page. View source. This category contains all the Cover Stories in the series Kelly Clarkson. What's Up Lonely. Kelly ClarksonPiece by Piece (Deluxe edition). Kelly ClarksonMeaning Of Life (Deluxe) Kelly Clarkson closed Thursday nights episode of American Idol with an emotional performance of Piece by Piece that brought the crowd and Keith Piece by Piece is a song about how her husband is the dad her father never was. The singer struggled to get through the song, and as she broke down.. Video: Kelly Clarkson sobs over 'Piece by Piece' auditio Piece By Piece (tradução) - Kelly Clarkson - VAGALUM Kelly Clarkson has denied plagiarising Jimmy Eat World following claims that her new track 'Heartbeat Song' is very similar to the band's song 'The Middle', from Clarkson achieved her third Number One album in the US this March, after her seventh album 'Piece By Piece' sold 97,000 copies to enter the.. Video Piece By Piece của ca sĩ Kelly Clarkson thuộc thể loại video Âu Mỹ, Pop. Bạn có thể xem online, download (tải video) Piece By Piece tốc độ cao về máy với các chất lượng 240p, 360p, 480p, HD 720p, HD 1080p hoàn toàn miễn phí New Kelly Clarkson photoshoot for Citizen. Kelly Clarkson - Piece by Piece promo pic. Kelly Clarkson is 33 today, April. Love her hair. Kelly Brianne Clarkson is an American singer-songwriter and television personality. Kelly Clarkson wearing Irina Shabayeva coat on Christmas album cover Letras de Kelly Clarkson, Musica y Videos de Kelly Clarkson en SonicoMusica.com Letras de Never Enough, Letras de Love So Soft, Letras de Heartbeat Song, Letras de Because Of You, Letras de Walk Away. Don't Waste Your Time. Miss Independent. Letras de Kelly Clarkson ..Clarkson: Piece by Piece, a one-hour music special featuring Kelly's thoughts on her chart-topping album Piece by Piece and her latest hits, as well as what Coming on the heels of ABC Radio's July Fourth special with country powerhouse Lady Antebellum, Kelly Clarkson: Piece by Piece will be.. 1. Piece By Piece. Oh boy, y'all. Where to start. The first time I heard this song, the title track of her 2015 album, I could not believe how bracingly honest (and Brave, nakedly emotional and ultimately triumphant, Piece By Piece represents the very best of our tough-but-tender Kelly Clarkson No te pierdas nuestro vídeo Kelly Clarkson regresa a 'American Idol' emocionando a jurado, concursantes y público con 'Piece by piece' en FormulaTV Kelly Clarkson - Piece By Piece. Published 4 years ago. 808 views 808 views A dark and edgy Kelly Clarkson song from an underrated masterpiece of an album ('My December'), 'Never Again' introduced an even angrier side to her, and one that remains one of the most compelling pieces of her public persona. It's so blunt — I was so angry — and it reads so well, so we just went.. Kelly Clarkson, trang thông tin chính thức về nhạc Kelly Clarkson, toàn bộ bài hát mới nhất đầy đủ video clip MV hot nhất và album hay nhất của Kelly Clarkson. Kelly Clarkson. Piece By Piece (Deluxe Version). Kelly Clarkson. Piece By Piece Remixed The Piece by Piece singer shared this cute photo of the couple wearing matching striped shirts. Did y'all get the memo? #stripes she writes about All of the Times Kelly Clarkson Dabbled in Country Music. Country's American Idol Stars: Where Are They Now? You've Never Seen Up Down Singer.. Ms Clarkson, who collects Austen items, owns what appears to be a replica of the ring and was set to take the real thing back to the US after outbidding the museum at the auction. The museum already displays two other pieces of jewellery owned by the writer - a turquoise beaded More on this story Kelly Clarkson is back at it, proving time and again that she is more than just a singer. Her new music video for her single Piece by Piece was just released and it will give you chills. The song centers around Clarkson's estranged father who abandoned her and her family when she was young Последние твиты от Kelly Clarkson (@kellyclarkson). I sing & write sometimes, coach on @nbcthevoice sometimes. I say things others think I shouldn't say sometimes. I host the @KellyClarksonTV all the time. TX Kelly Clarkson - Piece by Piece [ Lyrics ]. Piece by piece. Piece by piece. And all I remember is your back. Walking towards the airport, leaving us all in your past. I traveled fifteen hundred miles to see you. Begged you to want me, but you didn't want to. But piece by piece, he collected me Kelly Clarkson has released a stream of pop anthems for well over a decade now, and her newest release is no different. I like to think of Piece By Piece as the happy ending to Because Of You. It's not the happiest story in the beginning, but it's a real one that I decided to write after a.. Story Piece is on Mixcloud. Join to listen to great radio shows, DJ mix sets and Podcasts. Never miss another show from Story Piece. Login with Facebook « back to subtitle list. Kelly Clarkson - Piece By Piece Piece by Piece then takes a step back and slows down towards the middle. Run, Run, Run featuring H.R.H. John Legend, though indeed a Tokio Hotel cover, is an absolute You go, Kelly. I can't wait for convertible season! Enter to win a digital copy of Piece By Piece from Kelly Clarkson below Kelly Clarkson has cancelled the remaining dates of her 'Piece by Piece' tour. Kelly Clarkson. The 'Stronger' hitmaker, who is expecting her second child with husband Brandon Blackstock, says she's truly sorry to have to scrap all of her concerts in the UK and Canada this year after being placed on.. Here's what she said about her 'Piece by Piece' album. LOS ANGELES — Kelly Clarkson helped fans decipher her new studio album during a Twitter listening party on Tuesday, at one point comparing one track to a David Bowie-ABBA mashup and explaining that all hell breaks loose on her duet with.. Piece by Piece Tour - Wikipedi Piece By Piece by Kelly Clarkson Piece by piece I fell far from the tree I will never leave her like you left me 4.2/5 (26 votes). K. Kelly Clarkson — Kelly Clarkson (@kelly_clarkson) April 14, 2016. This is the second child for the American Idol winner, who is already a mother to 22-month-old But it was her performance on the Idol stage in February that left everyone in attendance an emotional wreck. The 31-year-old performed Piece by.. Season 1 American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson returned to the stage that made her a star and brought everyone to tears with an emotional performance of her song, Piece By Piece. The song chronicles Clarkson's rocky relationship with her father and also acts as a tribute to her husband.. Kelly Clarkson releases Meaning of Life. From the moment she won American Idol in 2002 up until the release of electropop opus Piece by Piece in 2015, Clarkson was contractually chained to Sony's RCA and Simon Fuller's 19 - producing some of the decade's best pop anthems, but not without, as she.. Obviously the words Period piece connected with Mrs. Beer; period piece means a thing (a work of art) whose special value lies in its evocation of a historical period and also it means a person whose habits, tastes and views are extremely old-fashioned, who doesn't understand anything in modern life Piece by piece, he restored my faith that a man can be kind and a father could stay. Kelly Clarkson, the first American Idol winner, has reached new heights of success since her first season win. She has released seven albums, won three Grammys, headlined seven tours and has made over.. But piece by piece you collected me Up off the ground but you abandoned things And piece by piece you filled the holes that. It's time to say hello to the real Kelly Clarkson again. She hadn't really gone anywhere, but everything we've heard lately Kelly Clarkson was living out of her car when she auditioned for American Idol at the start of her career. But my story, like this song, is about far more than that loss. Make no mistake about it—Piece by Piece is a survival song. It's study, strong and defiant without minimizing pain But piece by piece, he collected me up Off the ground, where you abandoned things and Piece by piece he filled the holes that you burned in me Six years old and you know He never walks away He never asks for money He takes care of me He loves me แปลเพลง What's Up Lonely - Kelly Clarkson One Piece (Japanese: ワンピース Hepburn: Wan Pīsu) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Eiichiro Oda. With his crew of pirates, named the Straw Hat Pirates, Luffy explores the Grand Line in search of the world's ultimate treasure known as One Piece in order to become the.. 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__label__wiki	0.629772	0.629772	September 14, 2005 (vol. 115, iss. 146) Current Search Issue 09/14/2005 Remove constraint Issue: mdp.39015071755149-2005-09-14-1 September 14, 2005 (vol. 115, iss. 146) • Page Image 1 …Wednesday, September 14, 2005 VOLLEYBALL CLIPS EAGLES FOR FOURTH STRAIGHT WIN ... 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__label__wiki	0.972286	0.972286	Pussy Riot Jailed For Two Years For Hooliganism 8 years ago by Ed Scarce As expected in Vladimir Putin's Russia, where any dissent must be crushed, members of the feminist punk band were sentenced to two years in prison, their "crime" amounting to antagonizing the Russian Orthodox Church and Putin himself. The trial, and now the verdict and sentencing, have sparked worldwide condemnation. The video above is from a new single released by Pussy Riot today, and made into a video by The Guardian newspaper. Three members of Russian punk band Pussy Riot have been jailed for two years after staging an anti-Vladimir Putin protest in a Moscow cathedral. Judge Marina Syrova convicted the women of hooliganism motivated by religious hatred, saying they had "crudely undermined social order". The women say the protest, in February, was directed at the Russian Orthodox Church leader's support for Mr Putin. The US, UK and EU all criticised the sentences as "disproportionate". Prosecutors had been seeking a three-year jail sentence for the women. Judge Syrova said Maria Alyokhina, 24, Nadezhda Tolokonnikova, 22, and Yekaterina Samutsevich, 29, had offended the feelings of Orthodox believers and shown a "complete lack of respect". "Tolokonnikova, Alyokhina and Samutsevich committed hooliganism - in other words, a grave violation of public order," she said. Along with other members of their band, the women staged a flashmob-style performance of their song close to the altar in the cathedral on 21 February. Their brief, obscenity-laced performance, which implored the Virgin Mary to "throw Putin out", enraged the Orthodox Church - its leader Patriarch Kirill said it amounted to blasphemy. moscow, Pussy Riot, Russia, Russian Orthodox Church, vladimir putin Pussy Riot Savage Putin In New Sochi Video Pussy Riot goes after Putin -- again. Pussy Riot Take To The Colbert Report Stephen Colbert welcomed Masha Alyokhina and Nadya Tolokonnikova, the recently freed members of Pussy Riot, on last night's "The Colbert Report". Pussy Riot Women Vow To Fight On After Release Maria Alyokhina and Nadezhda Tolokonnikova were released two months early under a Kremlin-backed amnesty after serving most of their two-year sentences. They immediately slammed the measure as a publicity stunt before the Olympic Games Russia [...]	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2934
__label__wiki	0.56848	0.56848	Home > Faculty and Staff Publications > Faculty and Staff Books > 449 Faculty and Staff Books The Path to More Sustainable Energy Systems: How Do We Get There from Here? Ben W. Ebenhack Daniel M. Martinez PhD, University of Southern MaineFollow Energy engineers, technology managers, and political leaders all need a solid, holistic understanding of where the world finds its energy--the limits of that energy--and what we will need to do in the future if we are to have a cleaner and environmentally sustainable world, all without sacrificing our modern technological-based civilization. This book will shed some much needed light on that conundrum. It * Provides a broad overview of our current energy sources, their uses and limitations and political and economic constraints * Clarifies the urgency behind the sweeping changes in the world's energy needs and available supplies * Offers a rational paradigm for how we can go about selecting the optimal mix of fossil, renewable and sustainable energy sources and how we can then aggressively move toward those more sustainable sources Drawing from a combined 40 years of teaching about energy and its applications, the authors offer a broad, balanced analysis of our current energy circumstances and how we can intelligently transition from our reliance on fossil fuels to more sustainable and renewable energy sources--solar, wind, nuclear, and bio-mass. With their grounding in the traditional petroleum industries, the authors embed their arguments for cleaner and more sustainable energy sources in the hard realities of energy economics. Those hard realities include the enormous 'energy density' advantage that oil and gas currently provide over other alternative energies and how that must always enter into any rationale economic plan for future energy growth. Momentum Press Environmental Sciences \| Physical Sciences and Mathematics Copyright © Momentum Press®, LLC, 2013. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system,or transmitted in any form or by any means—electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording, orany other—except for brief quotations, not to exceed 400 words, without the prior permissionof the publisher. Ebenhack, Ben W. and Martinez, Daniel M. PhD, "The Path to More Sustainable Energy Systems: How Do We Get There from Here?" (2013). Faculty and Staff Books. 449. https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/facbooks/449 Find in the Catalog	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2939
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__label__cc	0.63723	0.36277	AlbumsReviews Jim Di Gioia· November 28, 2016 From the start, DOMINIONATED has tried to engage readers in #CanadianMusicConvos: conversations about, with, and because of Canadian music. An outside observer may find the hashtag contrived, but earlier this month, I found myself deeply involved in such a conversation, one that sprang from our very own blog posts. Mac woke up on November 9 and like many of us, discovered the world is totally different from the way it had been the night before. Mac writes a post about how he’s feeling, a post about Shaun Weadick and how his music provided him solace and comfort. In his post, he throws out a mention to Jean-Michel Blais’ Il, an album that helps slow Mac down and calms him when he’s feeling most anxious. Il is a record I spent time with early in 2016 but hadn’t revisited since. Being in need of slowing down myself, I went back to Blais’ record, hoping to find a place of calm and respite from what’s turned out to be a difficult autumn for me personally. My expectations were low (and the lights in my bedroom were dimmed lower) when I settled in to re-engage with Blais, but I soon felt physiological changes happening. My breathing slowed and evened out. The white noise of my thoughts quieted. My eyes stopped darting around and settled in their sockets. Knots that I hadn’t noticed in my lower back loosened their grip on my spine. I’m not a stranger to piano music. I live with a piano and pianist. What I appreciate most when my partner plays in the house is not the tonal qualities of the instrument or the beauty in the melodies, but the physical effort that it takes to make the music audible. I love to watch him play just as much as I love to hear him play. And so it was, sitting still in the dark with Blais. Listen to it passively and you will experience its subtle intelligence, its simple beauty. Engage with it actively, though, and Il begins communicating more than just melodies and improvisations. By capturing the ambient sounds of his apartment as he recorded these pieces, Blais allows listeners to see and feel him playing, even if it’s just in the mind’s eye. “Casa”, the longest song (and the one that sounds most fully formed), radiates with raw emotion. The improvisations (“Hasselblad 4” and “Hasselblad 2”) are exquisite snapshots of a moment in time, captured as they happened in the same way a photographer captured Blais creating these works using a Hasselblad camera for the album artwork. Seven months ago when I first listened to Il, I didn’t know how to engage with it. I didn’t know what to say in the conversation Blais wanted to have with me. Maybe at the time, I was trying to impose something on these eight songs that they weren’t able to be. Maybe it had something to do with my physiological state at the time, maybe I didn’t need Il the way I need it now. Whatever. It is with me now. Il has been with me every day since I first went back to listen to it. It has led me on a path to discovering Nils Frahm (whom Blais often gets compared to), and to savouring how often the most profound moments of personal enlightenment can come from the most simple of elements. If that’s not a #CanadianMusicConvo then I don’t know what is. Jean-Michel BlaisQuebec Jim Di Gioia Jim founded the music blog Quick Before It Melts in 2006 and was its principal writer until 2016, when its decade-long run ended 10 years to the day it started. DOMINIONATED is its spiritual successor. Jim currently serves as a Polaris Music Prize jurist and Prism Prize jurist. Oncle Jazz "Elegy" Lucas Charlie Rose GENDERF*CKBOI Tanya Tagaq "Retribution" Phern Cool Coma Blackpaw Society Let’s Destroy Humans	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2949
__label__wiki	0.999585	0.999585	License our music Writer Services Music for Film + TV Blog Roster Playlists Schedule Work Play Helpful Guides Hipsway were formed in Glasgow in 1984 by ex-Altered Images guitarist Johnny McElhone on bass, and featuring Grahame Skinner (vocals), Pim Jones (guitar) and Harry Travers (drums). Their music was characterized by Skinner’s deep vocals and Jones’ tight guitar playing. They were quickly signed up by Mercury Records and by 1985 had released their first, eponymously-titled album. The single, “Honeythief”, made number 17 in the UK Singles chart, and also reached the Top 20 in the US Billb... Hipsway were formed in Glasgow in 1984 by ex-Altered Images guitarist Johnny McElhone on bass, and featuring Grahame Skinner (vocals), Pim Jones (guitar) and Harry Travers (drums). Their music was characterized by Skinner’s deep vocals and Jones’ tight guitar playing. They were quickly signed up by Mercury Records and by 1985 had released their first, eponymously-titled album. The single, “Honeythief”, made number 17 in the UK Singles chart, and also reached the Top 20 in the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Another song from the album, “Tinder”, became well-known in Scotland as the soundtrack to a McEwan’s Lager commercial. However, McElhone left to found Texas, and by the time the second album Scratch the Surface was recorded, Travers had also left (to be replaced by Stephen Ferrera) and released in 1989. The band split up shortly afterwards. Hipsway releases Smoke & Dreams Sounds Of The 80s – Like A Record Baby (1984-1986) Top Of The Pops – 1986 Park Lane Archives 12″ 80’s Music Of The Year – 1986/Compilation Upcoming Hipsway gigs 02 October 2021 Hipsway Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Liverpool UK 03 October 2021 Hipsway Cheltenham Town Hall Cheltenham UK 05 October 2021 Hipsway Southend Cliffs Pavilion Southend On Sea UK 06 October 2021 Hipsway Margate Winter Gardens Canterbury UK 08 October 2021 Hipsway De La Warr Pavilion Brighton UK 09 October 2021 Hipsway The Hexagon Reading UK 10 October 2021 Hipsway Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre Bournemouth UK 12 October 2021 Hipsway Mayflower Theatre Southampton UK 13 October 2021 Hipsway Royal Concert Hall Notts Nottingham UK 15 October 2021 Hipsway Symphony Hall Birmingham UK 16 October 2021 Hipsway Victoria Hall Stoke On Trent UK 17 October 2021 Hipsway Music Hall Aberdeen UK 18 October 2021 Hipsway Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Glasgow UK 20 October 2021 Hipsway O2 City Hall, Newcastle Newcastle Upon Tyne UK 23 October 2021 Hipsway Cambridge Corn Exchange Cambridge UK 24 October 2021 Hipsway York Barbican York UK 25 October 2021 Hipsway Bridgewater Hall Manchester UK 26 October 2021 Hipsway St David's Hall Cardiff UK 28 October 2021 Hipsway Royal Albert Hall London UK 29 October 2021 Hipsway Bath Forum Bath UK 31 October 2021 Hipsway Regent Theatre Ipswich UK 01 November 2021 Hipsway Sheffield City Hall Oval Hall Sheffield UK 02 November 2021 Hipsway Blackpool Opera House Blackpool UK Spotify Twitter Instagram Client Login Privacy Policy Contact Us By continuing to browse this site you agree to our privacy policy, and the use of cookies as described in this notice.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0065.json.gz/line2950

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