So...apparently, I'm really late on Slaughterhouse but I guess it doesn't matter now. At least I've arrived right? Plus I'm a huge Royce fan and this was pleasing.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Friday, September 4, 2009
Okay, it's September and since it's a new season...I feel a makeover is needed. Nice, calm weather, cool long-sleeved clothes...sorry for the ellipsis...I love that too!
I think 2010 should have a motto - 2010, Simple Again.
Clean cut patterns, solids, toned-down colors. Just plain and simple with a touch of pizzaz. (sp)
There were a few entertainment people that tried to go this way in 2009 but I got a feeling that it will come into effect better in 2010. Just be you man...even if you want to be loud and the center of attention as far as style, it can be done with a little bit more respect for your wardrobe...
Beyonce - no jewelry
Rihanna - no makeup
LeBron James - solid colors
Justin Timberlake -style without flashiness
I think 2010 should have a motto - 2010, Simple Again.
Clean cut patterns, solids, toned-down colors. Just plain and simple with a touch of pizzaz. (sp)
There were a few entertainment people that tried to go this way in 2009 but I got a feeling that it will come into effect better in 2010. Just be you man...even if you want to be loud and the center of attention as far as style, it can be done with a little bit more respect for your wardrobe...
Beyonce - no jewelry
Rihanna - no makeup
LeBron James - solid colors
Justin Timberlake -style without flashiness
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Taking it Back!!!
Today, on my drive home, something unusual happened to me. I was warped back in time. No, not really but it was a blast from the past when I heard "Walk it Out" by UNK, on the radio! (yeah I know it wasn't THAT long ago but it seemed like it). I was so intrigued by how "catchy" the song was that I couldn't help running on here to post one of my favorite YouTube videos. These old gals are really kicking it, especially the one in the middle. If you haven't heard (or were sitting under a rock), Beyonce was "inspired" by this for her Single Ladies video.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
The Art of Music
“I've never believed in God, but I believe in Picasso.” This quote comes from the mouth of painter Diego Rivera. Not all will agree with his religious stance but how he summed up the overall impact of art cannot be opposed. For some, it can be bigger than religion. It can be the basis of their everyday inspirations. The same goes for music and it’s affect on a person’s life. People rely on architecture, paintings and sculptures just as they would melody, style and harmony to invoke their creativity; Two separate and historical styles of expression making their own little watermark on the world. However, thanks to the influence of such prominent people as Kanye West and Pharrell Williams, both art and music have woven together once again to make uniqueness a necessity.
The 1960s is arguably the period when art as a craft and the musician’s involvement emerged. What floats in the forefront of my mind are Andy Warhol and his infamous pop culture paintings of Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley. Not until this time, did these elements change an entire culture just by being together. In today’s interpretation, there are twice as many singers and rappers that collect fine art, collaborate with painters and sculptures and even dabble in artwork themselves. As a brief example, rapper/singer Kanye West has proclaimed himself to be a huge art advocate. Instead of pursuing his Art Degree from the American Academy of Art in Chicago, he sought after his second dearest passion: music. This didn’t stop his love of modern art or his need to be a part of it. For Kanye West’s 2009 album, 808’s and Heartbreak, an art god named KAWS did the re-created art cover of the album. KAWS is an artist notoriously known for mastering the unification of fine art with high-street products. With his imagery and Kanye’s fearlessness, it wasn’t surprising that the album cover was posted on one of the largest billboards in New York City.
Sometimes it’s not enough to just show art and music’s collaboration efforts, it may be necessary to put yourself smack in the middle. I’m referring to rapper/singer Pharrell Williams and his “Perspective” designs, which were on display at the Emmanuel Perrotin Gallery in Paris until January of this year. Pharrell joined prestigious French furniture maker Domeau & Pérès for the concept of a chair that represented the love between a man and a woman. If Mr. West’s album art and Mr. Williams’ chair models aren’t great examples of one creative outlet inspiring another, then I must be lost on what is.
It is absolutely clear that the emerging generation of musicians and artists are crossing all boundaries without hesitation. My last and most important example is Artst Guild & Gallery. This website, designed by Steve King, is the Mecca of premier painting, sketching, sculpting, writing, recording, syncopation, and vocals. Everything. All of it, wrapped inside of an online community where artists meet, share work and collaborate. Our culture has always thrived from individuals breaking rules and setting their own. It wouldn’t be a Kanye, KAWS, or Pharrell if the risk takers didn’t find a need to be original. Their latest creation, inspiration or passion will always be embraced from within. So, I pose the question – What is your religion? What is bigger to you than life itself, Art or Music? The road to being unique should know no bounds.
The 1960s is arguably the period when art as a craft and the musician’s involvement emerged. What floats in the forefront of my mind are Andy Warhol and his infamous pop culture paintings of Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley. Not until this time, did these elements change an entire culture just by being together. In today’s interpretation, there are twice as many singers and rappers that collect fine art, collaborate with painters and sculptures and even dabble in artwork themselves. As a brief example, rapper/singer Kanye West has proclaimed himself to be a huge art advocate. Instead of pursuing his Art Degree from the American Academy of Art in Chicago, he sought after his second dearest passion: music. This didn’t stop his love of modern art or his need to be a part of it. For Kanye West’s 2009 album, 808’s and Heartbreak, an art god named KAWS did the re-created art cover of the album. KAWS is an artist notoriously known for mastering the unification of fine art with high-street products. With his imagery and Kanye’s fearlessness, it wasn’t surprising that the album cover was posted on one of the largest billboards in New York City.
Sometimes it’s not enough to just show art and music’s collaboration efforts, it may be necessary to put yourself smack in the middle. I’m referring to rapper/singer Pharrell Williams and his “Perspective” designs, which were on display at the Emmanuel Perrotin Gallery in Paris until January of this year. Pharrell joined prestigious French furniture maker Domeau & Pérès for the concept of a chair that represented the love between a man and a woman. If Mr. West’s album art and Mr. Williams’ chair models aren’t great examples of one creative outlet inspiring another, then I must be lost on what is.
It is absolutely clear that the emerging generation of musicians and artists are crossing all boundaries without hesitation. My last and most important example is Artst Guild & Gallery. This website, designed by Steve King, is the Mecca of premier painting, sketching, sculpting, writing, recording, syncopation, and vocals. Everything. All of it, wrapped inside of an online community where artists meet, share work and collaborate. Our culture has always thrived from individuals breaking rules and setting their own. It wouldn’t be a Kanye, KAWS, or Pharrell if the risk takers didn’t find a need to be original. Their latest creation, inspiration or passion will always be embraced from within. So, I pose the question – What is your religion? What is bigger to you than life itself, Art or Music? The road to being unique should know no bounds.
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