Archive for June, 2009

Michael Jackson: The Soulful Years

June 29th, 2009

 Download the free “DJ Jaycee Presents Michael Jackson the Soulful Years “ Here

Obama when he was Barry

June 25th, 2009

I saw a few of these pics in the new york times a few months ago. There is now an exhibit that wants to display our President when he was simply known as “Barry”: Obama pre-political days circa 1980 at Oxy College. The exhibit is curated by Lisa Jack and its called Barack Obama: The [...]

I’m just glad he is back: Maxwell

June 23rd, 2009

I saw this yesterday when hopping on the train. I’ve read some earlier reviews of this album. And though they don’t say what I want them to say, Im just glad Maxwell is back making an album. Click  here for a sneak peek of the album.

Witnessing Alvin Ailey Dance Theater In Brooklyn

June 22nd, 2009

So I went to see Alvin Ailey Dance Theater perform last weekend for the first time, and the time that I had can not be explained in words. Ok, I’ll try one word: Awesome-Inspiring! This year marks their 50th year anniversary. See if they are visiting your area soon by clicking Here. Also, below is a clip [...]

Behind the scenes with artist Shephard Fairey

June 19th, 2009

So we found out that Shepard Fairey, the graffiti artist responsible for designing the iconic pop print of Obama during the 08 campaign , is not only bold but a pretty talented artist. But wouldn’t it be nice to see just how he does what he does? I enjoy watching visual artists put work together [...]

I think this is soo sick: Vinyl Illusions

June 18th, 2009

I found this at the french site, www.rabatjoie.com. I think it’s one of the most creative and funny things I’ve seen in a minute: people dressing in vinyl to create an illusion. Sweet!

Teachable Tuesdays: Malcolm Gladwell and Eckhart Tolle

June 16th, 2009

I love social and spiritual ideas. I can get engrossed in them for hours, lose all concept of time, and also allow them to effect my life in some sense. The authors below (Gladwell and Tolle) contributes to that influx of inspiring ideas. I thought it would be nice to show you all two interesting [...]

New Article: “Mobile Devotional” for Bustedhalo.com

June 11th, 2009

Good day. My new article have just been published by the spiritual website BustedHalo.com. While last month I discussed poetry and spirituality, this month my article focuses on how technology can keep us connected with God. Please check it out. Leave a comment on their site. Pass it along to others.Link: http://www.bustedhalo.com/features/mobile-devotional/

total artistic freedom meets youtube

June 9th, 2009

I am very particular about the video and audio that I place online of myself. Lets face it, everything I attempt is not always perfect. But that’s the risk we take I guess. I also shy away from even watching videos that I’ve seen other people record of my performances let alone post them myself [...]

Screen Printing With Swag

June 8th, 2009

Reynolds and Griffin held a screen printing party in the city this weekend to promote their book My name is Jason…Mine too. The screen printing options were all images from the book. The party was awesome as usually. Check out the proof below. With poet Falu and producer/web designer Allan Cole You can get your [...]

alice smith: the most down to earth rock star I’ve met

June 1st, 2009

So this post is long over due, but grammy nominee Alice Smith rocks. I heard so much about her, but had yet to experience her live bluesy, soulful performance until a few weeks ago at Weeksville. In Crown Heights Brooklyn, Folks brought their blankets, some food, and a listening ear for a free, small, on [...]