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The world's most cerebral party band, Talking Heads, has turned another surprising page in its history as the art band that matters most to the pop mainstream. With its superb new album, "Little Creatures" (Sire 25305-1), the band has shrunk back to its original quartet size and delivers nine David Byrne originals you can sing in the shower.
While the record's tunefulness, colorful detail and abrupt shifts recall the minimalist pop of the Heads' art school origins, the Heads' more recent soul and funk stylizations and dance attack are scaled down only so they can snugly fit into the tight song structures. Even in the album's longest cut, "Television Man," the contagious polyrhythms and call-and-response are carefully integrated into Byrne's celebration of the couch potato syndrome.
"Little Creatures" also continues Byrne's growth past the twitchy neuroticism and squawking vocals that once rendered him the Tony Perkins of new music. Byrne's singing now is subtle, dramatic and, in numbers like the sultry "The Lady Don't Mind," sensual.
More than anything, there's a sense of optimism, wonder and whimsy running through "Little Creatures" that contrasts with the dark obsessiveness of much of the Heads' earlier work. The album's first cut, "And She Was," is about a girl who floats above the Earth, and the music's sing-song quality, cheerful keyboards and bouncy beat are equally uplifting.
Byrne has not, however, totally abandoned his gift for dark humor and incipient paranoia. In "(Give Me Back My) Name," Byrne's sinister, creeping guitar solo and distraught vocals underscore the terror of namelessness in the modern world.
There is also a nasty edge to Byrne's vocals in "Stay Up Late," a mocking description of the everyday interaction between adults and babies that finds Byrne sadistically teasing, "I want to make him stay up all night."
The most remarkable cut on this thoroughly realized set of modern rock songs is a single release, "Road to Nowhere." Opening with a gospel refrain, the song is set on a martial beat that carries verse and chorus with an incredible sense of joy and momentum. There are a colorful Cajun accordion and washboard, as well as a saxophone, to make the journey interesting. With Byrne yelping and exhorting like a trail driver, "Road to Nowhere" sounds like the most exciting path in pop music. This cut in particular underscores the openness of heart and musical intelligence that continue to render Talking Heads the most adventuresome and satisfying rock band of the last 10 years.
Byrne's artistic ambitions have also found fruition in solo projects, including his experimental collaboration with Eno on "My Life in the Bush of Ghosts" and with choreographer Twyla Tharp on "The Catherine Wheel." His latest project, "Music for the Knee Plays" (ECM 25022-1), is perhaps his most radical and provocative solo effort yet.
Its 12 compositions were written to serve as connecting musical passages between scene changes in Robert Wilson's epic opera, "CIVIL warS." Inspired by the New Orleans brass band tradition, Byrne has composed a series of somber processionals that move past the listener like a funeral parade.
Employing some of the finest studio horn players, Byrne's ensemble avoids the lively, syncopated brass band style in favor of a more contemporary, droning sound that conveys emotional passivity. Heightening this flat, presentational atmosphere are Byrne's deadpan spoken narrations that contemplate a range of commonplace activities from dressing to shopping.
By creating a kind of modern chamber music that draws on America's musical past and coupling it with thoroughly modernist recitations, Byrne evokes the passage of time itself in America. The effect is engrossing.
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Alex Dodge’s Generative Collection
A new series of conceptual creations mix technology and art to produce prototype garments of the future.
New York artist Alex Dodge’s new collection is a collaboration between him and Brooklyn-based tech startup Generative. The series consists of prototype garments that bring together a relationship among technology, art, design, and humanity.
One of his prototypes is the ‘Sleep Talker’ which offers a communication channel for multiple users to interact while in similar states of sleep. The device uses software that identifies a user’s dormant state using electrodes embedded in the sleep cap, and pairs it with another user having a similar dream on the sleep talker social network, thus creating a dialogue of unconscious experiences in a specialized network.
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Oh wow no I didn't know that! That's really wrong. There's no reason a story wont be good if the main character is female! You know I really just made this picture in passing as something fun to do with my girl characters, but you really made me think more about it. I really appreciate your comments!
Exactly! There are too meany good examples of awesome female characters for some people to think that way! Whether or not a character is good all depends on the writer. Not the gender of the character.
Yeah, another good example of an epic story with a female protagonist is "Coraline". And Amaterasu from "Okami" (she's said to be a goddess, with things like, "Mother to us all"). There's also Kim Possible, who I don't need to say is from what show, as her name alone is a dead giveaway. There's also "Kill Bill" with that female protagonist whose name I never learned, but am familiar as to what the series is about despite never watching it (I hear that it's often considered a classic). And there's also the second season of "The Gregory Horror Show: The Second Guest" with a female (yet silent) protagonist, whose point of view we witness the show from.
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It begins with the letters (for example) “May 15, 2558” then “Location Unknown”… And it’s in a huge rocky desert, with the sun setting (almost night) and the planet from the e3 trailer in the background. Then you hear a noise of an approaching vehicle, and the scene pops over to a warthog speeding through the desert, in the background behind it, a spectre and two ghosts chasing it.
In the warthog, there is two figures, one of them master chief on the machine gun with a mysterious figure driving the hog. The chief shooting at the vehicles behind him, destroys the spectre, which rolls off the road and blows up. Then he destroys the remaining ghosts, right as they pull up to a huge cliff with a big forerunner looking door in it. The hog pulls up and chief jumps out, the figure driving gets out too, now it’s night. As they walk up to it, the door starts opening, inside a long hallway with lights glowing out of the walls, chief says “is it here?”, and the figure says, and you can tell it’s an elite from the voice “the rebels tell the truth, reclaimer.” As the door finishes opening, the lights get brighter, light floods over the mysterious being, revealing the arbiter. As the chief and arbiter walk in, the lights shut off, and you can hear a scary, growling noise, a deformed figure can be seen approaching in the darkness (hint hint, a flood zombie), arbiter throws up a plasma rifle and kills it.
Then you can see a horde of the zombies mobbing up in the darkness, then all of a sudden, in a flash of light, a bunch of sentinels start shooting at the zombies (in the trailer you can’t tell they’re the flood cause they’re not shown directly), when they’re all dead, a door down the huge forerunner hall opens, light shining from it reveals the didact’s figure, and right before the screen goes dark, his helmets eyes flash orange.
Then the screen goes dark, and the phrase “the legend continues” comes on screen, and then it switches over to the halo 5 symbol.
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Bare Naked Trees Tour
Join an experienced guide for a new tour to explore the beauty of “bare naked trees” in winter. Without their leaves, deciduous trees reveal a variety of shapes and sculptures to admire. The tour features weeping, round, pyramidal, and vase-shaped trees, and highlights the many colors and textures of tree barks. This tour provides a unique perspective of the trees as we enjoy the beauty of the winter garden. Free with Arboretum admission.
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Interior Designers in Mumbai Central
Everyone, without a doubt, desires an aesthetically pleasing environment. Human is natural admirer of beauty and amazement. As a result, despite how someone discovers a way to beautify or improve a place to his pleasure, humans will eventually have to seek it out. You may not believe that interior design has had a significant impact on your life, but the fact is that it has most definitely played a role in millions of scenarios. Our elite interior designers in mumbai central have received appreciation in understanding their clients' needs and assisting them in selecting a design that fits their lifestyle.
Interior design entails a lot more than just selecting appropriate decor.
Interior design can make environments more attractive and intensify your interactions in them, whether it's a particularly nice meal at a friend's house or a shop you visit frequently. With the assistance of our interior designer, the design not only seems standard, but it also demonstrates the space and our interior designers' ability to make the correct alterations in the interior space and tell a beautiful narrative inside a little space. We strive to create designs that are both beautiful and pleasant. Our interior designers in mumbai central are well prepared to assist our customers in accomplishing their ideas and goals. Aesthetica assembled a team of immensely experienced designers who united to create engaging and unique interior environments encompassing private residences and business interiors.
Interior Design Enhances Your Living Space
On the most fundamental level, the effective interior design enhances a room by making it more functional. For illustration, if you're decorating a bedroom, you'll consider choices that make it more pleasant. A well-designed office will be more organized and motivated. When a room is well-designed, it accomplishes more than just looks nice. The great design extends above decoration and high-end furnishings to ensure that everything in the place has a purpose. Our objective is to create settings that reflect your ideas and provide happiness and serenity. In addition, we not only inspect the patterns and blueprints, but we also assist you in selecting the appropriate design, lighting, paint colour, and many other factors. It all matters on what you want to delegate to a professional and how much amount you have to spend on the interiors. Whenever you need to design the interiors of your ideal premises, usually choose from the top 10 interior designers in mumbai. Our purpose is to empower our clients and to exhibit our creative quality to exceed their expectations. Our ambition is always to create elegant, professional places that represent our clients' personalities.
Our professional designers will design areas with varying extents of personalization, earning us recognition for uniqueness and excellence. We provide a broad variety of design services in keeping with our design aesthetic. Aesthetica promises to create remarkable, warm, and one-of-a-kind interior details that represent the client's individuality. The major strategy is to create a distinct personal vision for each interior-design task while maintaining high-quality standards and collaborating with customers to bring their vision into action. This practice has solidified Aesthetica's status as the best interior designers in mumbai central. Clients are treated to a personalized service attitude and a staff that are eager to listen and have an adaptable and reasonable approach to design and implementation. Our team of experts is ready to bring their expertise to your home or workplace, specifically tailored to your needs. Each project is a skilled satisfaction, independent of design, size, or location. Every customer has different preferences and desires, and we cater to them with love, joy, and strategy.
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By: Ashley Woodfolk
Location: FIC WOO
Genre: Young Adult, LGBT, Contemporary
“For the sensitive among us
sometime the noise
is just too much...”
Music brought Autumn, Shay, and Logan together. Death wants to tear them apart.
always knew exactly who she was—a talented artist and a loyal friend.
Shay was defined by two things: her bond with her twin sister, Sasha,
and her love of music. And Logan always turned to writing love songs
when his love life was a little less than perfect.
tragedy strikes each of them, somehow music is no longer enough. Now
Logan can’t stop watching vlogs of his dead ex-boyfriend. Shay is a
music blogger struggling to keep it together. And Autumn sends messages
that she knows can never be answered.
Each of them wonders: How different would my life be if this hadn’t happened? And now that it has . . . what’s next?
Warnings: Death of a sibling, death of a best friend, death of an
ex-boyfriend, suicide, leukemia, alcoholism, mentions of drug dealing,
marijuana use, death of a queer character.
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Font_awesome is the only icon class
We have several upcoming projects related to browser extensions, and we have encountered a problem with custom icons.
Is there a way to create custom icons for browser extensions without being restricted to 'font awesome' classes, which lack the icons we need and do not align with our company's branding? Can we upload/customize our own icons to be used for browser extensions in Service Cloud?
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Our Modern Quilting group had a 2 color challenge over the summer break. You had to use any 2 colors and 1 neutral. The quilt could be anything (placemats, pillow, bed quilt, baby quilt, etc). You were also supposed to use Modern techniques.
Well… when I’ve googled modern baby quilts I have seen a lot of quilts that look like adult quilts that are just made small. What happened to cute baby quilts in the modern movement? So I decide to make a cutesy Modern Baby quilt.
My colors were turquoise and yellow and I used light grey as my neutral. This is my original design. The train is applique’d on after the quilting.
The turquoise and yellow strips are supposed to represent railroad tracks. I’m real proud of my quilting on this one. It also is supposed to give the feel of railroad tracks.
I hope you like it (hit the LIKE button). Happy Stitchin. Mary
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I stumbled across Star vs the Forces of Evil a few weeks ago while looking through YouTube videos and ended up finding the theme song (which you can find here
and also the adorable end credit here
) and I must say... I'm stupidly excited for this show. It's like Gravity Falls all over again. I think it has everything to do with the fact that the characters and concept are so similar to my comic. I swear, if Marco is a spaz and also plays the trumpet, I may flip a table. What's up, Disney? Why you always gotta take my best ideas? Regardless, I'm super hyped for it to air in the new year. :3
This is very different from my normal drawing style but I really like it. I may just have to draw like this more often.
Do not reuse without permission
Star vs the Forces of Evil and characters (c) Disney
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So, I figure you gotta hit it while it's hot. Otherwise inspiration leaves before you can get a grasp on it's fringes. There's LOTS of Ford, can you tell I miss him? Sparky, some Carson *LOVE*, Rodney, Ronon, Teyla/Rachel and of course the loverly Wraith. Muahahahahaha... Oh, and I found a NEW font, so I got a little obsessed with that and making them bright. Sorry if it hurts the eyes. The Carter/Mckay one says: This is love yes it's love what is love if not love no it's love yes it's love.... Or something like that.
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This digital video largely consists of valleys and hills of what look like crumpled foil that Mr. Jacobs, through his manipulations, has turned into landscapes that shift, undulate and seem to pop off the screen as if in 3D. Often tinted golden yellow and blue (colors used in the silent era usually to denote day and night), the images sometimes freeze and are amended by on-screen history lessons, political commentary, moments of sentiment and words of advice: “Read Marx
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I've decided to continue the "Kissinger Festival" of Dry Bones cartoons (and am still thinking about doing a down-loadable PDF). Today's golden Oldie is from 1974. I don't know the exact date.
Israel is like a large family. It's hard to keep a secret from "the public". In 1974 I did this cartoon about an outrageous Yom Kippur War rumor. Thirty-six years later, in 2010, the rumor was confirmed.
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Filmmaker Srijit Mukherji on Tuesday stated he tailored a satirical tone to his upcoming movie Sherdil: The Pilibhit Saga as he believes darkish humour engages viewers in a greater means.
Starring Pankaj Tripathi, the movie is impressed by true occasions from the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve, the place folks used to go away their aged relations for tigers to prey on after which declare compensation from the administration.
Mukherji, recognized for films like Autograph, Jaatishwar, Chotushkone, Rajkahini and Gumnaami, stated he was “shocked and stunned” by the tales of the poor villagers.
“I was shocked and stunned by these incidents because there are people who can go to such extreme lengths for the survival of their families,” the filmmaker stated on the movie’s promotional occasion right here.
Srijit Mukherji, 45, stated the unique story was fairly “tragic and morbid”, therefore he determined to make the movie as a satire. “A story can be presented in many ways. It can be said in a serious or a humorous way. We felt that if the story is told in a dark humorous way, then it would have a bigger reach,” Mukherji added.
The filmmaker stated he forged Pankaj Tripathi, the versatile actor recognized for his work on films like Stree, Gurgaon, Ludo and net collection Mirzapur, as he needed somebody who represents the frequent man. “I wanted someone who is connected to the soil and is the face of the common man. I have been impressed by Pankaj’s range as an actor. It’s phenomenal,” the director stated.
Produced by Bhushan Kumar and Reliance Entertainment, Sherdil: The Pilibhit Saga additionally stars Neeraj Kabi and Sayani Gupta. The movie is scheduled to be launched this Friday.
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Topic 1. Speaking: Weeping woman, Picasso. (1937)
Picasso wanted to show this woman’s unhappiness and tears rather than to create an exact portrait of her face. The jagged shapes like pieces of glass, the bright colours and the thick black outlines make us think of strong feelings, like anger or sadness. Can you imagine her sobs and tears?
She’s holding a handkerchief. She’s wearing a red hat with a flower in it, and her hair is neatly combed, as if she dressed for an important occasion.
What do you think has upset her so much?
Now it’s your turn, talk to a partner.
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Often I find that most new artists mining the tropes of "traditional" or "Americana" music—and they are legion—leave me cold and disinterested. Too often it sounds like a batch of wanky college kids turning an ironic wink-and-nudge at a historic art form, sans reverence. The Dirt Daubers are a notable exception. This eponymous debut is the most fun I've had with a new release in some time.
The band is comprised of Kentuckians Colonel JD Wilkes (The Legendary Shack Shakers), his wife Jessica and "Slow" Layne Hendrickson. Over the course of 10 tracks, none of which cracks the three-minute barrier, their eclectic mix of what ultimately strips down as "hillbilly" music sounds utterly authentic.
These musicians understand traditional music isn't about virtuosity; at no point did I feel like I was listening to the Joe Satriani of the fiddle, for example. Instead I felt a perfectly captured vibe of what I like best about Americana: short songs that tell stories about simple life, with rousing sing-a-longs, played on instruments that can be easily toted to the front porch on a particularly humid summer night. All that's missing are the cicadas, the kudzu and the aroma of tobacky.
The Dirt Daubers play the Palace Tuesday, Feb. 16, at 9 PM with Scott H. Biram. $10.
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Apartment building superintendent Cleveland Heep rescues what he thinks is a young woman from the pool he maintains. When he discovers that she is actually a character from a bedtime story who is trying to make the journey back to her home, he works with his tenants to protect his new friend from the creatures that are determined to keep her in our world.
M. Night Shyamalan
Bryce Dallas Howard,
In order to foil an extortion plot, an FBI agent undergoes a face-transplant surgery and assumes the identity and physical appearance of a ruthless terrorist, but the plan turns from bad to worse when the same criminal impersonates the cop.
This suspense thriller unfolds as the audience is introduced to David Dunn. Not only is he the sole survivor of a horrific train-crash that killed 131 people he doesn't have a scratch on him. Elijah Price is an obscure character who approaches Dunn with a seemingly far fetched theory behind it all. Written by
David Dunn and a few other security guards are shown wearing FSU jackets and caps; this refers to the fictional Franklin State University where he works (the name derives from Franklin Field, the actual stadium name). See more »
I love this film. I'm the only person I know who doesn't hate it, but I cannot fathom why it gets such a bad rap from everybody. It seems that Shyamalan's films have this a running theme - with the notable exception of the Sixth Sense, which pretty much everyone seems to get. He makes movies that are very subtle, and which seem to need you to focus on them just right to fully grasp what he was trying to do. I've enjoyed all his movies, but for me the alien part of Signs takes a lot away from what I believe to be the central storyline and as such the whole movie suffers a little. Yet I know other people who think Signs is his best, specifically because of the way the alien plot line accentuates the central one.
Unbreakable is a beautifully simple film, but I think it has to hit you just right for you to completely get it. All the actors nail their parts, particularly Bruce Willis and his kid. Shyamalan takes an interesting (if slightly fringe) theory and puts it in a real world context, with a real family. Somehow he manages to never go overboard with it and - for me at least - it gripped me from the first moment to the last. Samuel L Jackson's character history is really nicely crafted in the middle of the other plot lines and you get genuinely involved in the people Shyamalan has created.
Don't get caught up in all the talk of the twist ending. The ending is good, but if you spend the whole movie waiting for this tumultuous twist you'll inevitably be disappointed, and the movie stands alone without it.
Don't go into this movie expecting another Sixth Sense or Signs. It's very very subtle and very understated. If you don't like slow movies, just don't watch this because it moves at a very sedate pace, but I personally think you'll be missing out. You'll likely either love it or you'll loathe it, but at least it will make an impression.
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This three-day live performance is customarily held in July. In 2013 Remote praised its 10th continuous year and moved from Hyde Park to Sovereign Elizabeth Olympic Park. That was the primary occasion farzin fardin fard held at the recently re-sent off Olympic Park. This well known music occasion draws in large number of fans who come to see their #1 pop and R&B artists, as Justin Timberlake, Calvin Harris, Jay Z, Emeli Sande, Sneak Homey, and numerous different geniuses.
Field Day celebration is customarily held in East London’s Victoria Park. This is presumably quite possibly of the most fascinating celebration, as it joins melodic line-up with amusement acts. No other London’s celebration can offer such great determination of acts. Fashionable people from one side of the planet to the other arrive at this yearly music occasion to appreciate despairing society, stifles electro and striking dance acts.
This three-day live performance is held in Victoria Park, which is viewed as the best celebration scene, as it has an immense region and the mindful gathering which permits making music truly noisy. The celebration is likewise known for its imaginative stage stylistic layout and gigantic workmanship establishments. Initially coordinated as a dance celebration, Lovebox is currently offering a noteworthy scope of music.
This one-day celebration happens in Sovereign Elizabeth Olympic Park and unites the most well known DJs, as Steve Angello, Goldie and Tiesto. This significant dance occasion of the year has an extraordinary fair air which is made by outfit clad entertainers, different workmanship establishments, goliath manikin drifting and thrill rides.
Hard Rock Calling live concert is customarily held in Hyde Park. It is an extraordinary occasion for rock fans, as it permits getting a charge out of execution of unmistakable demigods. In 2013 the celebration was featured by The E Road Band and Bruce Springsteen, which have not show up on the Hard Rock Calling stage since their remarkable presentation in 2009. Rock fans can’t miss this music occasion, as it has something for any individual who adores weighty guitars and uproarious music. Brilliant leisure activity is ensured by the exhibition of incredible artists.
Visiting a portion of London’s celebrations is actually a magnificent method for spending summer occasions. With such an extraordinary assortment of celebrations anybody will pick something his/her taste.
I believe everybody’s underlying response to this is a resonating yes. Nonetheless, it isn’t not difficult to characterize why music is viewed as a language. It positively isn’t educated as an unknown dialect in school, yet I would be unable to find somebody that wouldn’t concur that music talks what we at times can’t communicate in words.
We truly do anyway hear continually that where words fizzle, music can address us. In any case the million dollar question is how can it do that? Why is it that assuming we only express words, we might find ourselves incapable to communicate our actual sentiments, yet such countless people use music and other works of art to impart to the world what they have inside.
Indeed even I end up on many events attempting to pass a thought or point and go on to music as my favored technique to share those considerations. I need to concede that I have never stopped to the point of finding out precisely why I picked music or even why music is a particularly helpful device for conveying yet it worked out easily and I have never thought back.
The extraordinary thing about music is that there are two viewpoints to this language. One is the otherworldly nature of communicating feelings through tones and harmonies yet additionally the reasonable side to this language that we should figure out how to talk before we could involve it for articulation. Music, similar to some other unknown dialect has it’s own arrangement of decides that, when utilized accurately, can deliver astonishing sounds. There is likewise an incredible spot for disrupting those norms which can likewise be utilized to make a few astounding things.
Similar as somebody disrupting the norms of punctuation and language structure can utilize that to deliver some intriguing verse. Believe it or not, music and workmanship become considerably more pleasant when we break these “rules” and adventure out into the unexplored world. It is likewise astonishing to see the sheer vast potential outcomes of music and can without much of a stretch be found in the large numbers of performers, melodies and works that we have the honor of hearing all of a sudden. There may just be 12 notes(western music) however the blends are unending similar to the messages that can be passed on.
How would you by and by involve music as a language to communicate your thoughts? In the event that you haven’t started learning the language of music, I encourage you to start. A great excursion will give you an appreciation for music a long ways past what you might hear now.
Music is a statement of human experience and subsequently, everybody has an adoration for a specific sort of music. Music is found in numerous parts of our life including official initiations, graduation functions, weddings and memorial services. The feeling in a room can be changed by adding some music – a few cheery sounds in chapel or delicate music at the dental specialist office can change the climate. There are various sorts or styles including traditional, jazz, hip bounce, rap, mood and blues, rock and roll, country, society, twang, metal, world new age and so forth. The justifications for why it makes the world to go round include.
Regardless of whether we know it, it assumes a significant part in our lives. It effectively influences our feelings regardless of whether we know. An individual just has to contemplate the music heard on a specific film soundtrack. Albeit an individual might know about the discourse, the ensembles, the landscape, the activity and embellishment, it upholds all and guides the close to home setting. At the point when you think about probably the best film, music assumes a functioning part. Indeed, even in terrible movies, music keeps the story intact. It is so essential to films that the studio leaders frequently examine it to decide the impacts created by a specific scene.
Television programs have melodic highlights. Besides, large numbers of the plugs use it to sell their items – the business highlight tunes that remain engrained in our recollections. This makes it conceivable to recollect an item bringing about making a buy.
Radio specifically stays significant because of giving music the vast majority of the times, seven days every week. Different radio broadcasts offer the tones in various styles possible to engage the audience members.
Record stores also are occupied with selling music. Accordingly, they stay pertinent as long as they offer music that is interesting to their specialty market. Goliath fields or enormous shows stay pertinent to the large numbers who accumulate by farzin fardin fard making it conceivable to impart the experience to the crowd. In the event that you are to create an exceptional yield on speculation it is vital to know precisely exact thing to introduce.
Singing and making songs assumes a significant part in fostering the cerebrum completely and widely. This is especially the situation in the early years. Music assists with making an individual more splendid, more sensible, more astute, more able and more levelheaded. As per further examination music further develops the review propensities as well as grades.
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Rewriting Memory: Half-Truths and Murky Justice in 'Detour'
Some Noirvember Thoughts on a Favorite Film
That’s life. Whichever way you turn, fate sticks out a foot to trip you.
Edgar G. Ulmer’s low-budget masterpiece Detour is a marvel of Poverty Row filmmaking; a gem of a cult film that is nasty, bleak, and brutal even by film noir standards. It serves as a Rorschach test for viewers, offering at least two vastly different interpretations of the narrative that both arrive at the same cynical conclusion. “Justice” and “truth” are words without meaning, and fate cares as little about right and wrong as it cares what happens to those trying to muddle their way through a world where morality is just a murky, tortuous source of punishment.
The story follows Al Roberts (Tom Neal), a down-on-his-luck pianist hitchhiking his way from New York to California to try to reunite with his sweetheart Sue Harvey (Claudia Drake), a singer who left him to pursue fame and fortune in Hollywood. Once he finally makes it to Arizona, Roberts gets picked up by Charles Haskell, Jr. (Edmund MacDonald), a bookie who offers to take Roberts all the way to his destination. Haskell tells Roberts all about his business dealings and alludes to a female hitchhiker whom he attempted to sexually assault but then left on the side of the road when she fought back. The two men take turns driving, and when Roberts pulls over to put up the convertible’s top in a rainstorm, Haskell dies under ambiguous circumstances. Roberts then assumes Haskell’s identity and continues his journey to California, picking up a hitchhiker named Vera (Ann Savage) who also manages to die under ambiguous circumstances.
Roberts narrates the entire film from within a framing shot at a diner in Nevada, telling the viewer that he knows his story sounds implausible and bemoaning his rotten luck. It’s never clear whom exactly Roberts is talking to, but at times he imagines his audience as a group of jurors who are all too eager to convict him, especially once he goes into further detail about the increasingly wild and woeful route his life takes over the course of his journey.
Taken at face value, the plot of Detour is the ultimate noir account of the cruel vagaries of fate. Life will do everything in its power to make sure nothing goes your way. As Roberts says at the end of the film, “Fate, or some mysterious force, can put the finger on you or me for no good reason at all.” Invoking the film’s title, Roberts points to every seemingly innocuous decision he made on his trip to California as the source of all his troubles. If only he hadn’t gotten in Haskell’s car…if only he hadn’t picked up Vera…life would be completely different.
The only difference between joy and misery is a random twist of fate and, based on fate’s sense of humor, joy seems to be off the menu. There is no hope and no justice in the world; you can mind your own business and still end up on the hook for two murders you didn’t commit. Everything that can go wrong for Roberts does go wrong — he’s broke, his girl leaves him, two strangers die in his presence in bizarre accidents, and the police are surely on his tail despite his supposed innocence — all because every road he took from New York turned out to be the wrong one.
It is entirely possible that Roberts is a mournful victim of circumstance, hounded his entire life by bad luck. However, the much likelier explanation (and, ironically, the less depressing one) is that Roberts is the ultimate unreliable narrator, a man who kills for money and convenience and tries to ingratiate himself with the audience to avoid paying for his crimes, rewriting his own history in an attempt to escape his nagging guilt. His hangdog voiceover emphasizes that he’s just like the audience, a good guy who simply can’t catch a break. But the increasingly unlikely circumstances of his tale of woe — and the sly manipulations that always manage to depict Roberts as an innocent victim of fate — paint a portrait of a killer who counts on the malleability of the truth to make his actions seem more palatable.
In Roberts’ version of events, the only version the viewer sees, Haskell and Vera are both terrible people whom no one in the world will miss. Haskell is an attempted rapist and a con man who posed as a hymnal salesman in order to swindle money out of his wealthy father. If this appeal to the audience’s Christian values is an invention of the narrator to try to gain sympathy, it’s almost laughable in its brazenness…except for the fact that Roberts utterly sells the lie. It’s difficult not to believe his story even when it tests the limits of credulity, because he seems so desperate to believe it himself.
The framing scenes show a haunted man who is resigned to the certainty that the noose will eventually tighten around his neck. Neal’s performance is so beaten down and self-pitying that the audience wants to trust him. Therein lies another wrinkle to the film’s concept of justice: if the definition of the word changes depending on who’s telling the story, is there any meaning to it at all?
Roberts tests the viewer’s suspension of disbelief further with his description of Vera. Ferocious and feral, she sees right through Roberts. Vera reveals that she was the hitchhiker whom Haskell assaulted and dumped on the side of the road, so she knows for a fact that Roberts isn’t who he says he is. Convinced that Roberts killed Haskell for his money, Vera blackmails Roberts, who submits to her demands out of fear of the police not believing his story. From his point of view, Vera is barely human. She’s utterly devoid of warmth or empathy. She is vicious, snarling, cold, and cruel. Roberts is once again cursed by fate: “It was just my luck picking her up on the road. It couldn’t have been Helen or Mary or Evelyn or Ruth. It had to be the very last person I should ever have met.”
Ann Savage’s legendary performance is fierce and mercurial; her Vera is all clawed nails and flashing eyes and a guttural monotone barbed with threats and insults. “The cops are no friends of mine,” she tells Roberts, implying some sordid past that she dare not even mention. In fact, as their accursed drive into California continues, Vera becomes the criminal mastermind of the pair, convincing Roberts to try to sell Haskell’s car and then pressuring him to continue to pose as Haskell in hopes of coming into a large inheritance. Vera’s over-the-top avarice and ferocity would make her a parody of a femme fatale if she weren’t so terrifying. She relishes the power she holds over Roberts, gleefully reminding him that she can turn him in to the police whenever she wants and sulking when Roberts turns down her offer for sex. He has a girl waiting for him in Hollywood, after all, a good girl whom he’s just trying to get to despite the bumps in the road that life keeps throwing at him.
If his strength and morality in the face of temptation aren’t enough to convince the audience (and himself) of his innocence, Roberts even hedges his bets in his own story, emphasizing that Haskell and Vera were both seriously ill anyway. When Vera and Roberts discuss the possibility of both of them being executed for murder, Vera doesn’t seem to care, saying, “I’m on my way anyhow. All they’d be doing would be rushing it.” Even if he did kill them, our wheedling narrator seems to be saying, could it really have been murder if the victims were already at death’s door? Were the choices he was forced to make really so bad?
Trapped by the corpses he can’t seem to shake, Roberts learns from a newspaper at the Nevada diner that the police have found Vera’s body and identified Haskell as the main suspect in her murder. For the moment, at least, he’s gotten away with two murders scot-free. In what could be a revelation of inescapable dread, or simply a feint at a conscience, he imagines his own inevitable arrest as he pictures himself walking resignedly into a waiting police car. No matter how much guilt he tries to explain away, though, Roberts is headed back down the road as a free man with a lot of money in his pocket and two dead bodies behind him.
One of the many remarkable things about Detour is the fact that the parallel lines of the two opposite interpretations of the plot manage, impossibly, to converge. Whether Roberts is an innocent plaything in the hands of a vicious destiny, or a calculating murderer who twists the truth to suit his own needs, there is no sense of justice that the viewer can discern, no victory for moral rectitude or law and order. Roberts’ self-pitying declarations are true no matter how you view his narrative. Roberts is either fortune’s ultimate fool, being tormented by an unending string of bad luck, or he is the instrument by which Haskell and Vera meet their grisly fates. Either way, in the universe sketched out by Detour, nothing is clean or sacred. Life will stick out a foot to trip you, no matter who you are or what you do. The concept of justice is just as murky as the concept of the truth, and the only constants in life are unfairness and the lies we tell ourselves to survive it.
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You can now generate an endless feed of song titles using's distinct discographic nomenclature—all with the help of artificial intelligence.
If you've ever wondered what being the subject of a Fred again.. song would look like, visit the AI-powered "You as a Fred again.. Song" site. Enter your first name and a selfie, and viola—you too can (spiritually) become a part of Fred's.
Built by, the programmatic platform applies Fred's signature transparent blue tint to your image and generates a song title with your name, followed by a tongue-in-cheek parenthetical ad-lib.
"You as a Fred again.. Song" was so true to form that even Fred himself couldn't resist the urge to use it. He seemed to find the humor in it all after generating the song title "Fred (Killing Myself)" using Wang's software. She posted Fred's result in a TikTok video, which you can check out below.
Scroll to ContinueRecommended ArticlesGEAR + TECHThis AI-Powered App Makes You the Subject of a Fred again.. Song
Even Fred himself used Claire Wang's ingenious title generator.
Saunders is "facing a long and difficult rehab" after suffering a stroke in the Las Vegas area.
If you've ever thought about ascending the ranks to all-time techno stardom, "Business Techno: The Game" may be for you.
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Type of item: Accessory
Style: Whimsical, Classic, Romantic, Retro / Vintage
Silver comb, 0.6mm silver wire, vintage brooch and vintage pearls.
What was your inspiration?
I love re working vintage pieces.
What are you most proud of?
It looks really good.
What advice would you give someone starting this project?
Find the perfect brooch and then get some pearls and crystals to match. Use a Dremel to saw the brooch back off.
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The name “Cracking Art” comes from the english verb “to crack”, which express the state of being splitted, breaked, cracked, crashed.
The catalytic cracking, as the name suggests, it’s also the term for the chemical reaction that occurs when converting raw crude oil into plastic. For the artists, it represents the instant when something natural becomes artificial and it is the reason why they endeavor to seize that very moment in their art form.
After chatting bout making a structure out of recycled material’s we’ve found ‘crcking art’, a group who make structure’s out of recycled plastic. Its the aesthetic’s that drawn us to to this. If we will be making this structure out of recycled bits we need to consider how this will affect the overall look of the dispenser.
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Kamea Dance company - Carmina Burana
Kamea Dance company - CARMINA BURANA
Due to international request, "Carmina Burana", Kamea's biggest hit, is back on stage. Tamir Ginz's successful interpretation of the legendary music by Carl Orff is a ritual of senses, love and erotica. The dance although abstract interprets the songs in a modern way. The dancers celebrate youth, desire and the beauty of physical movement in a vibrant and wild extravaganza. 70 minutes. "Carmina Burana by Tamir Ginz is an enjoyable and elegant creation. One must give credit to the company for a work that combines neo-classical style with contemporary dance, which is so missed in most Israeli dance companies". Shelly Kling, "Globes"
Photo: Przemyslaw Swiderski
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Synopsis: Münchhausen is a 1943 fantasy comedy film directed by Josef von Báky, a prominent director who remained in Germany under the Nazi regime. Despite being made in Nazi Germany, this film is noted for the way in which it was able to avoid the politics of the time. Science fiction author David Wingrove has commented that this work “sidesteps immediate political issues whilst conjuring up marvellous visual images of an ageless pastoral Germany.”The story follows the life of Baron Hieronymus von Münchhausen who was granted immortality by a sorcerer some 200 years previously. Here he recounts to a group of friends tales of his travels through Russia, his encounter with a man who could run more than 200 miles per hour, and a ring he was given which would make him invisible. His story culminates in his recounting a trip to the Moon where he meets bodyless plant people.
Runtime: 134 minutes
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In addition to the four seasons constellation, but also with a lot of deep space objects
The star symbols in the figure represent parts of the M (Messier) series and the NGC series.
(Please use magnifying glass)
Material: Taiwan South kiln tiles (made of pure natural clay)
Size; 11x11 cm
Origin / manufacturing method
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From the Publisher:
“In this vibrant story about the power of the printed word and the strength of found families, every page is bursting with life and detail.” —Ethan Aldridge, creator of the bestselling Estranged
“Fabulous!” —Dan Santat, award-winning author of A First Time for Everything
“Glorious! This empowering read is absolutely unforgettable.” —Ellen Oh, acclaimed author of Finding Junie Kim
Every secret is a story waiting to happen.
From New York Times bestselling author Marieke Nijkamp and illustrator Sylvia Bi, this debut middle grade graphic novel celebrates the power that everyone—even those often overlooked—has to create change. In a vibrant city, two girls from very different walks of life join forces to fight censorship and protect the people they love.
Eleven-year-old Cinzia is a printer’s apprentice. She adores Mestra Aronne for taking her in—most guilds don’t have room for apprentices with a crippled leg—and she loves life in the raggedy workshop that smells of paper and printing, where secrets and stories are always circulating. So when Mestra Aronne is imprisoned for publishing accusations against the ruling family, Cinzia will do anything to prove that Mestra Aronne only told the truth.
Elena is the exact same age as Cinzia, but she’s forced to keep to her rooms and garden. To protect her, according to her mother. To protect the city, according to her uncle. Because Elena is not the charming, powerful noble her family wants her to be. According to them, she doesn’t communicate well. She’s too gullible and literal and struggles to understand other people.
After unexpectedly meeting face-to-face, the girls follow a trail of clues through their golden city, drawing supporters and learning more about their home and each other than they ever could have imagined. If one person—no matter how young—can change the course of history, just imagine what a whole flock of them could do.
Bestselling author Marieke Nijkamp and debut illustrator Sylvia Bi have crafted an indelible, vibrant story about finding and using your voice, perfect for fans of Lightfall, Tidesong, and The Prince and the Dressmaker.
Ink Girls is a fabulous graphic novel with amazing artwork. The details of the interior architecture are as stunning as the external like the city, the harbor, or the palace.
This is a story of truth and union. Telling the truth and revealing the truth keeps corruption in check and protects the city. But when fear rules, too many suffer.
It is up to three girls who come from different perspectives and backgrounds to unite against lies and corruption to save not only the life of the Printer Master but the future of the city. The printer's apprentice, the heir, and a pirate join forces to investigate and gather proof. There's plenty of intrigues, politics, a sense of justice, mystery, and investigation, and a runaway princess who learns more about her people.
The main theme is about union and the ability to hear others. Not being afraid to speak up.
The art style is inspiring and makes this project one to collect or fall in love with fantasy graphic novels. For some, it may be a bit too heavy on text (slows down the reading pace) but I don't mind There's a lot to this feminist story, and art and text complement each other well.
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Due to personal circumstances, we have to postpone the performances of +- to 26th and 27th of June.
Already purchased ticket is valid for new date:
Friday June 19th is valid June 26th
Saturday June 20th is valid on Saturday June 27th
If you are unable to come on the new date, you will be refunded your ticket by contacting ticketmaster on this link
We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.
Thank you for your understanding!
As a young person, how do you accept a life with HIV and the lifelong fight against stigmatization that follows?
Corentin JPM Leven is a multidisciplinary artist from France established in Oslo. His means of expressions are performing arts, scenography and visual arts. As an artist, Leven focuses on various queer perspectives and domains such as queer stories, the queer/queered spaces and queer aesthetics. His work is rooted in the queer as a living community, its heritage and legacy. In +-, Leven portrays his own story with HIV in his first physical solo performance.
The work is an effort to understand and expose HIV as a diagnosis in modern times. It offers a current way to look at the impact HIV still has on a person’s life despite the tremendous scientific and medical progress regarding the way the virus is handled and suppressed.
The protagonist is torn between himself and the collective aspect of the disease, the legacy and its heavy human cost. How is it possible to pay tribute and carry this legacy apart from the stigmatized AIDS popular icons? How is it possible to face your own body, your social privileges, stigmatization, the intimate and sexual implications of the virus in modern day society? This story offers a reflection upon the vulnerability of the human body and the psychological effects of the virus on a young mind.
EXTRA PERFORMANCES WITH REDUCED CAPACITY! Tickets must be bought in advance online. We are following the infection control rules, so you can feel safe in the theater. Please read more information about your visit at Black Box teater here.
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Mein Teil: A Love Story
Rammstein: a Little Background
"Mein Teil" is a song by Rammstein. It translates to "my part." I'll let you guess what part they are speaking of but if you are completely clueless as of yet, I guarantee you won't be by the end of this article.
A little background information about Rammstein: this is a German industrial metal group that consists of six members, Till Lindemann, the lead singer and song writer, Richard Z. Kruspe, guitar and back vocals, Paul H. Landers, guitar and back vocals, Oliver "Ollie" Riedel, bass guitar, Christoph "Doom" Schneider, drums and electric percussion, and Christian "Flake" Lorenz, electric keyboards. They formed in Berlin in 1994. Their debut album was titled, "Herzeleid." And if you have never heard of them, get ready to have your mind blown.
I'll just say this, as a fan, what compels me to listen to their music, aside from the awesome sound, is the lyrics. Till Lindemann is a poetic song writer that can find the love and passion in just about any situation and turn it into a love song. "Mein Teil" is a perfect example. But before you can truly appreciate his talent you must listen to the song. Better yet, watch the video.
The Story Behind "Mein Teil"
You can probably tell from the video, even if you don't speak German, that this song is pretty twisted. It is based on an actual event, however. A man named Armin Meiwes, now known as Der Metzgermeister, or the Master Butcher, placed an add on a cannibalism fantasy website that read: "looking for a well-built 18- to 30-year-old to be slaughtered and then consumed." Several people replied to this add but backed out at the last minute. Bernd Jürgen Brandes replied to it, too, and he did not back out. On March 9, 2001, they met and Armin proceeded to "butcher" him.
Here's where it gets weird. Brandes wanted Armin to start with his penis. He wanted Armin to bite it off at first, but after trying and failing, Armin cut it off. Brandes, now bleeding to death, wanted to eat his own penis, so Armin fixed some with salt, pepper, wine, and garlic and the two men ate.
The meat was a bit too burned, so the rest was fed to Armin's dog. After that, Brandes lay in Armin's bathtub for three hours while Armin apparently waited for him to die, but he eventually ended up stabbing him to death. Guess he got tired of waiting. Armin then hung Brandes' body on a meat hook in his Slaughter Room, where he would come to cut pieces of him off for consumption for the next ten months.
But before Armin killed Brandes he kissed him. Now, I don't know about you but this makes all the difference to me. This and the fact that it was consensual on Brandes' part. No one forced him to meet Armin to be slaughtered. By societal norms, this was murder plain and simple, and a gruesome one at that. But I think one has to look a little deeper here. And, for the record, Armin was initially only sentenced to eight years. It was only after the media took over and the story reached the public that he was retried because of public outrage. Something to think about, huh?
So this, in a nutshell, is the story behind "Mein Teil." Still don't think this could possibly be a love story? Let's look at the song's lyrics.
'Looking for a well-built 18 to 30-year-old to be slaughtered' The Master Butcher Today I will meet a gentleman He likes me so much he could eat me up Soft parts and even hard ones are on the menu Because you are what you eat and you know what it is It is my part "“ no My part "“ no There that's my part "“ no My part "“ no The dull blade good and proper I'm bleeding heavily and feeling sick Although I have to fight to stay awake I keep eating while in convulsions It's just so well seasoned and so nicely flambéed and so lovingly served on porcelain And with it, a good wine and gentle candlelight Yeah I'll take my time You've got to have some culture Because you are what you eat and you know what it is It is my part "“ no My part "“ no Because that's my part "“ no Yes it's my part "“ no A cry will ascend to heaven It will cut through hosts of angels Feather-flesh will shriekingly fall from the top of the clouds onto my childhood
Mein Teil Lyrics and Translation
Suche gut gebauten Achtzehn bis Dreißigjährigen zum Schlachten Der Metzgermeister Heute treff ich einen Herrn, der hat mich zum Fressen gern. Weiche Teile und auch harte, stehen auf der Speisekarte. Denn du bist, was du isst und ihr wisst, was es ist Es ist mein Teil (nein) Mein Teil (nein) Da das ist mein Teil (nein) Mein Teil (nein) Die stumpfe Klinge gut und recht Ich blute stark und mir ist schlecht Muss ich auch mit der Ohnmacht kämpfen, Ich esse weiter unter Krämpfen. Ist doch so gut gewürzt und so schön flambiert und so liebevoll auf Porzellan serviert. Dazu ein guter Wein und zarter Kerzenschein Ja da lass ich mir Zeit, etwas Kultur muss sein Denn du bist, was du isst Und ihr wisst, was es ist Es ist mein Teil (nein) Mein Teil (nein) Da das ist mein Teil (nein) Yes it´s mein Teil (nein) Ein Schrei wird zum Himmel fahren Schneidet sich durch Engelsscharen Vom Wolkendach fällt Federfleisch Auf meine Kindheit mit Gekreisch Das ist mein Teil (nein) Mein Teil (nein) Da das ist mein Teil (nein) Mein Teil (nein)
It Can be Nothing if Not a Love Story
After learning about the story and seeing the lyrics, how can anyone claim that it is anything but a love story? Weird? Yes. But it is definitely a story about unbridled, unbiased, love. Although Armin was convicted of murder and is currently serving a life term in prison, there can be little doubt that Brandes acted voluntarily and ultimately died the way he wanted to.
Till Lindemann has said that the song is sung from Brandes point of view. Obviously, if a person goes in search of someone to slaughter him, it must be his desire to do so and I think Till captures this perfectly with this song.
As for me, I am fascinated by this song and the story behind it. I think it wasn't necessary to convict Armin of murder but I also understand that modern society has a hard time accepting things they do not understand. Classifying it as a crime and putting a man away for life is always the answer in these cases. While this event makes most cringe and want to avoid it, even, Till embraces it and is able to see the passion within it. I applaud him for that.
This isn't the only song Till has written that deals with non-pleasurable circumstances. He wrote a song titled, "Weiner Blut," which translates to Viennese Blood, about the infamous Josef Fritzl, the Austrian who kept his daughter locked up in his basement for decades and repeatedly raped her, resulting in offspring, some of which died.
There are others, but rather than list them here I urge anyone interested to listen to Rammstein's songs and look for the meaning behind the lyrics.
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- The Different Japanese Buddhas
A summary and explanation of the six most popular Buddhas of Japan and their origins.
- Shigurui Death Frenzy in a Historical Context
A comparison of Shigurui and actual history. Also a review of this great anime.
- Frida Khalo: Her Love and Pain Expressed Through Art
A look at the life, love, and pain of Mexican artist Frida Khalo.
- Know Your Memes
Every atheist should know their memes. This is an important weapon to have in our arsenal, so pay attention.
- NEETs and "Eden of the East"
A review and explanation of this wonderful anime.
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Before I start I would like to recommend that you purchase the BLUE UNDERGROUND 2 disc edition. It has a far superior sound and picture quality and a wealth of extras. The Film was originally meant to star James Coburn and Bruce Lee, so five years after his mysterious death THE SILENT FLUTE finally made it to the big screen.
Set in a never neverland reality, Cord (Jeff Cooper) searches for the book of enlightenment. On his journey he meets the wise blind man Ah Selhm (David Carradine) who becomes a yoda style mentor who sets him various challenges for the young warrior to conquer in order to reach enlightenment, but extremely violent ones! This is the one Kung Fu movie to transents the kicks and punches, and acts like a modern Zen parable.
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"Baltihorse," by Dan Deacon
Feverish marimba runs anchor this madcap Baltimore DJ's experiment with live percussion, but the real wackiness is in the vocals a chant led by what sounds like a super-adrenilized Alvin, Simon, and Theodore being chased by a pack of angry pit bulls.
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"Pisstopher Christopher," by Benjy Ferree
While this garage-rock speedball sounds a lot like the White Stripes on first pass, it's from an album paying conceptual tribute to the fallen child star who voiced Peter Pan for Disney. Not much is as it first seems.
"Death Final," by Bonnie "Prince" Billy (aka Will Oldham)
The enigmatic Kentuckian returns with a spooky ballad about shuffling off the mortal coil. Or the changing seasons. Or shuffling off the mortal coil while the seasons change.
"What You Gonna Do, Leroy," by Buddy and Julie Miller with Robert Plant
On this mash-up of swamp blues and honky tonk, Robert Plant sounds strangely collected describing a laundry list of ways a lover did him wrong. It's probably easier to shrug things off if you used to be in Led Zeppelin.
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While there, he was encouraged in creative work by the American expatriate writers Ezra Pound and Gertrude Stein. Alcohol Alcohol, especially whiskey and wine, are extremely prevalent throughout. In the novel For Whom the Bell Tollswhich deals with the Spanish Civil War, he showed that the loss of liberty anywhere in the world is a warning that liberty is endangered everywhere.
Henry is sent back to the war front and shoots an Italian officer.
Harper Lee shows his reader Due to a slow and chaotic retreat, Frederic and his men go off trail and quickly get lost, and a frustrated Frederic kills a sergeant for insubordination. Hemingway shows the reader what war can do to a person.
He was a thin, quiet, little man who was disturbed by the war. The paper gave its reporters a style book which demanded brief, declarative, and direct sentences-Hemingway became the master of this style. After the war he served as a correspondent for the Toronto Star and then settled in Paris.
He is a non-combatant and is more of a spectator than a participant in the war. Instead, in providing the reader with the raw material of an experience and eliminating the authorial viewpoint, Hemingway made the reading of a text approximate the actual experience as closely as possible.
Catherine has a complicated labor ii. That novel reveals ambiguous feeling between love and lust in Henry. There were anti-aircraft guns on the next roof and they heard the men manning them talk. The social and cultural background of a work of literature is crucial to the understanding of a work of literature.
Hemingway continued to publish various works until when Old Man and the Sea crowned his fantastic career. His abhorrence for the war manifests. Henry, Catherine, and Ferguson are all talking about Henry and Catherine getting married but the casual word choices and tone of the characters makes the issue at hand seem almost insignificant.
They saw a searchlight moving its beam across the sky and go off. Now that he is out of it, death is still with him because not only does the baby die, catherine is taken from his life as well even though he prays, perhaps for the first time in his adult life for her to recover. See also, Ernest Hemingway Criticism.
During the war times, most men did not have respect for their fellow people but Hemingway shows the reader that a select few fight to keep their morals straight. Background and publication history[ edit ] The novel was based on Hemingway's own experiences serving in the Italian campaigns during the First World War.
In an Italian countryside during World War I. Henry is introduced and falls in love to Catherine Barkley. Those thought create confusion in understanding a work of literature because a work of literature might be interpreted in different meaning. The loyalty that he feels for Rinaldi and the priest and the group of ambulance drivers is very important.
A Farewell to Arms is an example of a work of art which has its conditions.Critical Analysis of " a Farewell to Arms" by Earnest Hemingway Words May 7th, 10 Pages Frederic Henry, in Ernest Hemingway’s “A Farewell To Arms,” undergoes a self-awakening into the ideas of.
With the combination of researching the narrative theory and reading the novel, my paper will analyze Hemingway's narrative techniques in A Farewell to Arms from the following three agronumericus.com first chapter mainly discusses the narrative time in this novel.
The present research traces the Naturalistic elements in Ernest Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms. Hemingway’s novel was subjected to various analysis; however, it seems that, due to its rich.
A Farewell to Arms is a novel by Ernest Hemingway that was first published in Aug 03, · A FAREWELL TO ARMS: THE HEMINGWAY LIBRARY EDITION By Ernest Hemingway Scribner, $27 pages. Fortunate indeed is the publisher, all too.
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31 DAYS OF HORROR
(LINK UP YOUR SCARY CONTRIBUTIONS IN THE COMMENTS)
The Reclining Gentlemen (one of my very best blogging friends) and I wrote this Fictional Short together a few years ago. Much like the poetic duets we just took turns letting the story tell itself! I think it fits the horror theme I have this month nicely. What do you think?
The wind was throwing a tantrum outside which usually meant a huge storm was on its way. Lacy was in love with thunderstorms although she couldn’t say why. Finally alone, like she had been so many nights in the last several months, she looked forward to turning off the lights and listening to the storm bellow. It was well past midnight and her favorite place to be wasn’t home but here in the library her family had owned since before her parents were born. Lacy was seven years old when her father had taken the professorship in the History faculty, and was able to achieve his dream of moving onto the campus of the college his ancestors had founded. His young family loyally but reluctantly joined him, leaving their lives behind to support the husband and father. Lacy loved being surrounded by so much history, not only in the books, but in the ghosts of the family she never knew.
The library stayed open until 9pm on Saturday so that gave her an hour to get things in order before she settled into her Saturday evening routine. Her routine since her parents both died 4 months ago had been consistent. She stayed at the library on Saturdays originally to get away from all of her friends trying to get her mind off things. She couldn’t stand most of the boys who had grown up in this town and was content with the few friends and family she had. It was annoying that suddenly every person in town was trying to marry her off. Being an only child losing her parents…well, sucked. So the library had become her lover. And Lacy was passionately in love.
She just finished putting the last book back on the shelf when she heard the tea she had started brewing click off. She switched on the light to her small office and deftly changed into her favorite well-worn sweat pants and t-shirt. She let her hair down from its pony tail and entered the small bathroom to wash her face and her teeth. She was obsessive with brushing her teeth, in fact it was a wonder they hadn’t fallen out from over brushing. Lacy found her favorite fuzzy socks and left the room switching off the light.
She began turning off most of the library lights when the power went out. The storm was blowing in stronger and she noticed the first drops of rain were dancing on the skylights. As usual, the power returned after a minute’s break and she quickly turned off all the computers. She stopped to grab her flashlight out from under the counter, switched it on, and turned off the rest of the lights. The smell of chamomile reminded her she had a steaming cup of tea waiting on her. “Well, at least I have you to keep me warm” she said to herself.
A flash of lightning through the skylight illuminated the library briefly, and with it came the first, heavy, rattling raindrops on the roof and windows. She sat in her favorite leather armchair, with its faded and thinning red upholstery, and sipped at her tea. It warmed her, soothed her, relaxed her and she felt the worries leave her like the wisps of steam that rose from her cup and dissipated into the air. She switched off the flashlight, rested it on her lap and allowed the darkness of the library to approach her, to envelop her.
She remembered how fearful and worried she had been when they first moved here. She had taken time to settle into the new house, suffering occasional night terrors when she awoke to a room which felt unfamiliar, unlike home, even after months and years; when she awoke to dark, horrifying thoughts which were only relieved by the return of daylight. The reccurring dreams since the move burdened her waking moments and just recently the burden had turned to guilt. At thirteen, Lacy first spent a night in the library, sleeping on the pullout couch in the office, and she realized that this was her place of sanctuary, that nobody, nothing, could touch her here. Her parents worried that she was growing detached from them, from friends, from people, but the library was the only place that the fears she felt in her bedroom, the voices – from within and without her – could not find her. The library and the spirits of the past were like her guardian angels, protecting her from the words and the emotions that so unsettled her. With the flashlight off, the darkness of the library acted as her security blanket, her final line of defense against any invasive thoughts. Seated here in her armchair, Lacy was at peace from the growing feeling, the nagging suggestion, and the unceasing awareness that she had been the cause of her parents’ death.
Lacy awoke outside in the middle of a bank of fog, shivering. She had the same feeling she always had after night terrors, panic, dread, a sense of dislocation, of disconcerting unfamiliarity. She looked down to see her bare legs broken out in goose bumps where her sweat pants should have been. Her fuzzy socks were also gone leaving her beautifully manicured and painted toes glowing sunlight orange through the mud that covered them.
It was still raining but the lightning wasn’t as threatening as it had been when she had fallen asleep. Lacy realized she was tightly clenching her hands around a half dozen very thorny roses. Blood was trickling through her fingers and traveling down her arms before dripping from her elbows into a puddle atop the mud. Panicked, Lacy threw the roses to the ground and noticed not only were her pants and socks gone but she was completely nude, a figure of pale translucent skin glowing with each lightning flash. Fuck, not again.
She knew why it kept happening but it didn’t matter. The recurring nightmare didn’t save her parents. It didn’t stop the sleepwalking, it didn’t stop the fear. Lacy had stopped going to a therapist years ago but the episodes had been increasing. What really had her worried was the library, her sanctuary, was now tainted. It was the only place she could count on to keep her safe. The only place she had never fallen asleep and ended up somewhere else. She stopped as her stomach lurched into her throat at the realization of where she was. Two blocks from the library, at the cemetery where her parents were buried, standing at its entrance.
A deeper, quieter part of her consciousness told her that she should return to the library, to safety and warmth, that she should retrace her steps now while the night would cover her nudity. But the internal voice, her voice, carried her forward through the unlocked gates. She crossed the wide gravel path, the sharp stones cutting painlessly into the delicate soles of her feet, and walked further into the cemetery. She padded silently onto the grass, and as she passed between ranks of headstones, her awareness of the cold, her awareness of her exposed body, of the thin precipitate that covered her, diminished. She was conscious only of the blood on her hands, the will driving her forward, and the two graves, side by side, where her parents, her only relatives, had lain since the accident.
A pair of clear green eyes, low in the grass, sparkled under another lightning flash before the tortoiseshell cat scrambled quickly to its feet and fled from her approach. And then she was standing above the graves. She knelt between them, looked again at the blood on her hands, diluted now by the rain, and placed her palms on the headstones. She bowed her head as images of the crash invaded her thoughts, dull memories of waking in hospital surrounded by machines but completely alone, and she felt her face contort into a grimace of pain, grief, despair. She clasped her hands into tight, painful fists and lay on the sodden, freezing grass, her naked body gathered into a fetal curl. Her mouth opened, her eyes constricted closed, but there were no cries, no tears, only stillness and silence.
Lacy wasn’t sure how much time had passed but she was aware of how cold her bones had become, at the same time she also felt a warming in her soul. It was as if her parents had their arms around her telling her that it wasn’t her fault, that no amount of warning could have prevented this outcome. She had a feeling that this was her last waking nightmare. The night terrors that plagued her, terrifyingly predicting the fatal car accident would no longer be something she feared. It was a reality she would have to come to terms with.
The storms had long stopped and the clouds were starting to clear enough for the moon to light her path home. She walked comfortably nude back to the library and just made it inside when the paper boy hit the front door with the newspaper.
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Great story! Here’s my link for the week http://coldhandboyack.wordpress.com/2014/10/23/another-helping-of-macabre-macaroni-2/ Thanks for hosting these links.
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well… I may never recline again… like a gentleman or otherwise… good job… and Hasty… you look good in red…
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Ohhhh I’m pleased it ended happily. Also, I want to go and live in that library with her. It sounds SO PERFECT.
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I’d forgotten about this one! Very Halloweeny
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I am really enjoying this series, great job!!!!
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Lisa, over at Underground Energy, suggested I drop by and I am very glad I did!
Great write! Very atmospheric!
Look forward to reading more!
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Originally a trio consisting of Matt Christensen (bass, guitar, organ, vocals), Brian Harding (clarinet, piano, guitar), and Mike Weis (percussion), Zelienople grew out of a dissatisfaction with the trio’s existing musical projects, and a desire to explore more atmospheric pieces. In 2002, they released Pajama Avenue, an absorbing album that found the trio perfectly combining lush-yet-dense atmospherics and drones with more recognizable song structures, and full realizing the strengths of both. The result was a disc that was psychedelic by any definition of the word, and yet structured enough to keep it from meandering or heading too far off into left field.
For their latest full-length, the trio has greatly expanded their sound, literally and figuratively. The most noticeable change to the band is the addition of guitarist Neil Jendon, who has been an active member of Chicago’s improv/experimental scene. Furthermore, Sleeper Coach finds the band eschewing, to large extent, the song structures that helped define Pajama Avenue. Sleeper Coach is much more oriented towards deep guitar drones and layers of noise and fuzz, with the only real structure provided by rhythmic loops, themselves fairly indistinct and gauzy.
I’ll admit that, during the first couple listens, I found the album less engaging than Pajama Avenue. You’d think that the greater focus on drones, atmospherics, and ambience (best exemplified by tracks such as “Alleyville” and “Curtains”) would be right up my alley. However, such was not the case during the early spins. But I can now say that the disc’s subtler, less structured nature has definitely grown on me. The more I’ve listened to the disc, or simply let it draw me in, the more accomodating I’ve found its often alien, surreal soundscapes to be.
“Softkiller” was the first track that really caught my ear, due in large part to the driving bassline around which everything else — Christensen’s strained, gauzy voice, the mirage-like guitar textures — spirals and is slowly drawn into. As the song progresses, it seems to be constantly fading away, as the wordless vocals fall back and are enveloped by the churning layers of noise and drone.
At times, “Underneath” almost feels like a remix of Pajama Avenue’s material, and as such, is perhaps the strongest link to the band’s older form. Again, the spiral bassline provides much of the structure, in addition to brushed drums that sound so distant, they may as well have been recorded somewhere across the state line. Meanwhile, soft layers of guitar — some playing definable melodies, some just picking the occasional chiming notes, and others just letting the delay pedals do the work — fade in an out. Christensen’s voice makes an appearance as well, but hushed, as if afraid he’ll disturb the musical proceedings.
At times, it’s difficult to see what contributions Weis makes this time around, as Sleeper Coach’s rhythms are largely drum-free, relying more on basslines and hazy loops. Chances are, his various percussive instruments are simply slathered in effects to the point that they just don’t retain their original shape. However, his kit does make an appearance on “Corner Lot,” albeit somewhere off in the distance and telegraphed onto a surface of static and billowing drones.
One can almost picture the band performing this one live. The stage is lit only by the light from the effects pedals and maybe a projection of some surreal imagery (such as the forest-rushing-by scenery dotting the album’s cover). Meanwhile, the band looks more like mere shadows, backs turned to the audience, hunched over their instruments, eyes closed while they slowly rock back and forth in time with the music, the 6 1/2 minutes seemingly stretching out by the hour.
Come to think of it, the same could be said for any of Sleeper Coach’s tracks, as they all have the same hypnotic, surreal, time-stretching feel about them.
Still, there are moments when the disc does lose some cohesion, when the band gets too lost in their new, less-structured environment. As mentioned before, “Alleyville” and “Curtains” are two such tracks. While the band evokes all manner of lovely sounds and textures from their instruments, the lack of structure means they just end up swimming in place and going nowhere.
But given how much the album has grown on me, the “weaker” moments may very well grow on me as well, given enough time. As with the rest of the album, Sleeper Coach does require a bit more patience than the band’s previous work, but so far, the time and effort have been well worth it.
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Museo di Castelvecchio
Bristling with battlements along the River Adige, Castelvecchio was built in the 1350s by Cangrande II. The fortress was so severely...
Chiesa di San Lorenzo
Southwest from Piazza delle Erbe towards the Ponte Scaligero is the Chiesa di San Lorenzo , a Romanesque church raised in the early 12th...
Arena di Verona
In the corner of Piazza Brà, the 1st-century pink marble Arena di Verona is the third-largest Roman amphitheatre in existence, with a...
It's a reasonable trek from the city centre, but classic Rococó is a club worth cruising to. It has a touch of decorative Oriental...
Lonely Planet review
A masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, the striped brick and stone basilica was built in honour of the city’s patron saint. Enter through the flower-filled cloister into the nave – a vast space lined with 12th- to 15th-century frescoes. Painstaking restoration has revived Mantegna’s 1457–59 Majesty of the Virgin altarpiece, painted with such astonishing perspective that you actually believe there are garlands of fresh fruit hanging behind the Madonna’s throne.
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Bar du Port
In the day, this modern décor bar has a relaxing ambiance where you can admire the yachts in the port while sipping a Pina Colada, but at night, the atmosphere becomes upbeat with a light show and a DJ- this is a perfect pre-club hangout!
This is one of the hottest nightclubs in St Tropez, and once lured in icons like Brigitte Bardot and Mick Jagger. The club is best during high-season and can be rented out for private themed parties and events.
This is the club to be seen in, and is popular with celebrities like Nicole Scherzinger, Rihanna, Beyoncé and Jay-Z. The club offers modern Mediterranean and Italian cuisine throughout thenight, and also features regular art exhibitions. This clubis so elite, it is truly “the best of the best!”
Les Cave du Roy
This is perhaps the most famous nightclub in France! It is located in the Hotel Byblos and maintains the same look exhibited since itsbeginning; baroque columns with gold brocade still tower above VIP booths embellished with the famous Byblos emblem and oriental touches. The club is a popular choice for celebrities like P-Diddy, Beyoncé and many more.
The surrounding wisteria gardens and bright fireflies make the atmosphere enchanting. You can enjoy the delicious Mediterranean and Italian cuisine and then party the night away at the cocktail bar with the overall ambiance of chic and glamorous.
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Action Comics is the grand-daddy of all comics. Its been around for coming up on 100 years. Last year, DC comics went through a company wide relaunch of all of their comics. With that meant a fresh start for Action Comics. This will be a review of the first collected edition of the New 52 Action Comics titled Superman - Action Comics: Vol. 1. Superman and the Men of Steel. Quite a mouthful, eh? Because its a pain to type all of that out every time, i'm just going to call it AC for the rest of this blog.
AC covers the early days of Supermans existence. Yes, it has an origin story in the form of what happened on planet Krypton and why Superman is on earth part way through the collected edition, but it is more focused on Clark Kent/Superman trying to find his place as a hero in the world. He already knows he has powers, so it is not so much about discovering them, but about how a world treats a being of unheard strength that is acting outside the law.
The writing in this book is handled by Grant Morrison. I am a huge fan of his work, but i have to say this is not him at his best. The concept is very intriguing to me, and at times is utterly brilliant! But ultimately doesn't have the pacing down quite right. The story can get quite chatty with loads of text on one page bogging down the experience. Another little gripe is that sometimes it seems to move forward and skip beats or events. It's not a big deal as it becomes clear what happened as you piece together different parts of the story, but it can still be a bit jarring.
Art is handled by Rags Morales and Andy Kubert. But wait! Their are even more artists: Brent Anderson, Gene Ha, and Brad Walker also contributed to the art. The art team draws some absolutely beautiful pieces (just look at the scans i posted in this blog!) but there is a bit of an inconsistency problem. I think a lot has to do with having so many people work on the same project and meet the deadlines. It's never bad, but it is noticeable differences between pages of this book.
AC: Vol. 1 is an interesting read. I felt it didn't live up to any of its potential though. It wasn't the writer at the top of his game, the army of artists create inconsistencies in its looks, and the premise isn't explored to the extent that i would have liked. On the other hand, it's still an engaging read and something i would recommend to anyone with even a passable interest in the character. Superman is portrayed here in a different light from ways you've seen him in the past (he is not the boyscout you remember) and I liked it all the more for that reason. It should also be noted that the collected edition is quite large containing the first 8 issues of the series plus several backup stories and additional bonus material like concept art and writer/artist notes. I believe this is a worthy investment and a nice reason to get into superman if you, like me, were never very interested in the character. I rate this comic a B-
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The Meaning Behind The Song: Trap Muzik by T.I.
Trap music, a genre that originated in the early 2000s, has become a significant part of popular culture. One of the pioneering tracks that brought trap music into the mainstream was “Trap Muzik” by T.I. Released in 2003 as the title track of his second studio album, this song serves as a powerful commentary on the realities of the trap lifestyle and its influence on the artist’s own life. In this article, we will delve into the meaning behind T.I.’s iconic song, exploring its thematic elements, societal significance, and lasting impact.
1. A glimpse into the trap lifestyle
“Trap Muzik” provides listeners with a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the world of the trap, a term used to describe environments where drugs are sold and consumed and crime is prevalent. T.I., who has firsthand experience with the trap lifestyle, uses his lyrics to paint a vivid picture of the challenges, dangers, and allure associated with this lifestyle.
2. Exploring the struggle for survival
At its core, “Trap Muzik” delves into the struggle for survival that individuals face in the trap. T.I. uses his lyrics to shed light on the desperation and necessity that drive people to engage in illicit activities. This portrayal aims to create empathy and understanding among listeners who may not have experienced this lifestyle themselves.
3. The influence of environment on choices
Another prominent theme in “Trap Muzik” is the influence of one’s environment on their decision-making process. T.I. highlights how the trap lifestyle can perpetuate a cycle of crime and poverty, making it difficult for individuals to break free from its grip. By exploring this theme, T.I. underscores the importance of providing alternative opportunities and pathways for those trapped in this cycle.
4. Breaking societal stereotypes
T.I. challenges societal stereotypes with his lyrics in “Trap Muzik.” While the trap lifestyle is often stigmatized and misunderstood, T.I. humanizes its participants by emphasizing the socio-economic conditions and systemic issues that contribute to its prevalence. This subversion of stereotypes helps to foster a more nuanced understanding of the trap and its complex dynamics.
5. An autobiographical reflection
As a rapper with personal experiences in the trap, T.I. infuses “Trap Muzik” with autobiographical elements. He shares his own journey, discussing how his involvement with the trap shaped him both positively and negatively. T.I.’s willingness to reflect on his past adds authenticity and credibility to the song, making it resonate deeply with audiences.
6. A musical representation of the trap
Not only are the lyrics significant in “Trap Muzik,” but the instrumental and production choices also play a crucial role in conveying the song’s message. The dark and gritty beats, heavy basslines, and atmospheric elements create an immersive sonic experience that mirrors the atmosphere found within the trap. This blending of music and narrative enhances the overall impact of the song.
7. Criticism and praise
Since its release, “Trap Muzik” has garnered both criticism and praise. Some argue that the song glorifies and perpetuates negative stereotypes associated with the trap lifestyle. However, many commend T.I. for shedding light on a marginalized community and sparking conversations about the socio-economic factors that contribute to the trap’s existence.
1. How did “Trap Muzik” impact T.I.’s career?
“Trap Muzik” solidified T.I.’s presence in the hip-hop industry and served as a catalyst for his subsequent success. It showcased his authentic storytelling ability and established him as a leading voice in the trap music genre.
2. What are some notable lyrics from the song?
Some notable lyrics from “Trap Muzik” include:
– “Man, I’ma tell you this, though, life’s been hard, but it could’ve been worse.”
– “When you’re ridin’ clean, everybody wanna be your friend, but when you messed up, they don’t even remember your name.”
– “I came from the bottom, made it to the top, gotta be more than drug dealing and only running from the cop.”
3. How did “Trap Muzik” contribute to the popularity of trap music?
“Trap Muzik” played a pivotal role in establishing trap music as a mainstream genre. It showcased the distinct sound, lyrical themes, and storytelling elements that have come to define trap music today.
4. Did the song receive any critical acclaim?
Yes, “Trap Muzik” received critical acclaim upon its release. It was praised for its authenticity, thought-provoking lyrics, and its ability to shed light on the realities of the trap lifestyle.
5. How has “Trap Muzik” influenced the rap industry?
“Trap Muzik” has had a lasting impact on the rap industry. It opened doors for other trap artists to emerge and led to the proliferation of the genre across mainstream platforms. The song’s success also demonstrated the commercial viability of trap music, leading to its integration into other genres like pop and EDM.
6. What societal issues are addressed in “Trap Muzik”?
“Trap Muzik” addresses several societal issues such as systemic poverty, limited opportunities for economic mobility, the war on drugs, and racial disparities in the criminal justice system. By highlighting these issues, T.I. encourages listeners to critically examine the factors that contribute to the trap lifestyle.
7. How did the success of “Trap Muzik” impact T.I.’s activism?
The success of “Trap Muzik” propelled T.I. into a position of influence, allowing him to amplify his voice and advocate for change. He has since become involved in various community initiatives, addressing issues such as mass incarceration, youth empowerment, and education reform.
8. Has T.I. faced any backlash for “Trap Muzik”?
While there has been some backlash against T.I. for his portrayal of the trap lifestyle in “Trap Muzik,” many argue that his intentions were to bring awareness to the realities faced by those living in marginalized communities. Furthermore, T.I. has consistently used his platform to work towards positive change, thereby mitigating some of the criticism.
9. How has the trap music genre evolved since the release of “Trap Muzik”?
Since the release of “Trap Muzik,” the trap music genre has evolved and diversified. It has expanded beyond its Southern roots and incorporated elements from various other genres, leading to the creation of sub-genres like trap soul and EDM trap.
10. What other songs embody the spirit of trap music?
Apart from “Trap Muzik,” several other songs embody the spirit of trap music. Some notable examples include Gucci Mane’s “Lemonade,” Future’s “March Madness,” and Migos’ “Bad and Boujee,” among others.
11. How has “Trap Muzik” influenced popular culture?
“Trap Muzik” has had a significant influence on popular culture. It popularized trap music, which has become a dominant force in contemporary music. The song’s impact can be seen in various aspects of popular culture, including fashion, dance, and even internet memes.
12. What is T.I.’s legacy in the music industry?
T.I.’s legacy in the music industry extends beyond “Trap Muzik.” He is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of trap music and has had a successful career spanning decades. T.I.’s versatile artistry, entrepreneurial ventures, and philanthropic efforts have solidified his position as a respected figure in the music industry.
In summary, “Trap Muzik” by T.I. goes beyond being just a song. It serves as a powerful commentary on the trap lifestyle, shedding light on its realities, struggles, and societal implications. The song’s impact on popular culture and its enduring relevance are testaments to T.I.’s ability to capture the essence of a marginalized community and spark meaningful conversations. Through his artistry and activism, T.I. continues to inspire change and facilitate a deeper understanding of the trap music genre.
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The ITA ensemble plays Children of Nora, directed by Robert Icke. This play is a sequal to one of the most influential plays of all time, A Doll’s House, in which Nora leaves her husband after she realises their relationship is mostly built around status and honour. But Nora an Torvald have kids too. How are they feeling? And what happens to them after their mother leaves them?
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Chat with friends The story revolves around Frances, a 21-year-old English major in Dublin, and her strong relationship with her ex-girlfriend, now best friend Bobbi. One night out, they meet Melissa, a gifted author in her thirties. Before long, they begin a complex study of intertwined couples — Bobbi is intensely attached to Melissa, in when Frances and Melissa’s husband, the famous actor Nick (Joe Alwyn), navigating their own hot sex connection. Frances is our eyes and ears through hearty dinner parties, a natural Croatian getaway, and a budding secret love affair. “You have different permutations in the quartet of relationships, motivation, and attraction,” says Abrahamson. “But it all revolves around Frances.”
The series has largely stayed true to its original material, though it has increasingly established itself in terms of both plot and mood. An immediate point of departure: Bobbi is a black American here, slowly absorbing Irish phrases as she’s been away from home for a few years in New York. “Lenny and I have had a lot of conversations about where she comes from, where she comes from a lot of people talk about,” Sasha Lane told me. “We wanted to keep Bobbi more than the rest. Letting her speak with an American accent makes her a little more unique. “We’ve seen talented people,” added Abrahamson, “but there’s just something about Sasha. There are very few people who capture the quality Bobbi is described as having in the novel — this particular kind, which this collision. He said his team also “wanted to represent diversity in modern Ireland”.
Unlike Ordinary people, Conversation crowded with famous actors, from Lane (American Honey, Loki) to Kirke (Girls) and Alwyn (Favorite, producer on his partner Taylor Swift‘S Folklore). Each brings a certain charismatic familiarity to their roles. But in keeping with the theme trying to build Normal personThe success of choosing a “name” for the main character did not interest the producers. Instead, they made another discovery.
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A couple of weeks ago I wrote a little post about Movies That Nobody Seems To Like But You, and it was an awful lot of fun for you (over 100 comments) and me -- so today I thought we could flip it around because I happen to know for a fact that there are movies that everyone seems to love but you ... because for me, that movie is Heat.
Released in 1995, Michael Mann's crime drama was an unofficial remake of his made-for-TV film, L.A. Takedown, and is still considered one of the greatest crime films of all time. The story centered on an LAPD homicide detective and a career criminal (played by 'Method heavies' Al Pacino and Robert De Niro) in a battle of wits with Mann's trademark themes of masculine identity and how our work can define us as people. But, no matter how many times I have tried to give this movie just one more chance, I still walk away wondering what I'm missing. In fact, it's a great example of how it doesn't matter how good a movie may be, it will always come down to your personal tastes.
After the jump: it's not a 'guy thing' and what's the big deal with that diner scene?...
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Humorously yours is a great web series about the life of a stand up comic in India.
It has been created by TVF, who have a knack of writing funny scripts.
The main man is Vipul Goyal(standup comic in real life) and his good friend Bhushi. Bhushi is like the Harami friend everyone has. Doesn't care a damn about what you are upto, but is a constant presence to give you company for a drink.
Here is one super quote from him.
I live my life for 3 W's.
Weed, Wine And Wagina.
I am following the tutorial at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HndN6P9ke6U
Here is the link for this tutorial
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Written by: Nicole Geiger
LdM Fall 2014 Fashion & Study Abroad student
“No pictures please”, I was told last Tuesday when I attempted to take pictures on my Fashion Industry class trip to a museum and home of one of the world’s leading luxury brands. Can you guess what brand I’m referring to? I’ll give you a few hints…
Italian fashion…Florence… fine quality leather… G..
There yah go, Gucci! You guessed it!
The history of Florentine craftsmanship and leather production goes back to centuries and centuries ago, where Gucci’s history is deeply interwoven with that of Florence itself. The Gucci Museo charts the remarkable 90-year history from its very beginnings, amongst three floors in the center of Palazzo della Mercanzia.
My class trip to the Gucci Museum was to study the “Made in Italy” phenomenon. If you had asked me 3 months ago what I thought “Made in Italy,” meant, I would’ve answered something along the lines of a red, white, and green tag. Now after living here for three months on top of studying designers, fabrics, yarn, knitwear sectors and production, I know the answer: Quality with a capital Q. Made in Italy means values and traditions. And why is it valuable? Because Italians are artists and their craftsmanship is powered by passion. I’ve had a barista take 5 minutes to draw the Duomo on top of my cappuccino, shoes fitted to my feet by a leather shoe maker in Positano and I have walked through 3 stories of the Gucci Museo watching how every Gucci Handbag is handmade.
In 1921 Guccio Gucci founded the company that bore his name and became the first in his field to unite Italy’s long and respected leather goods tradition with high fashion. Moving through the various rooms, my classmates and I were immersed into iconic accessories for the jet setter, the timeless expressions of luxury and craft, show stopping moments in the history of fashion, floral symbols of beauty and grace, and the rich history and a future full of promise of the Gucci Brand. 90 years of history and Gucci still stands as a ‘global powerhouse’ which continues to unite Italy’s long and respected leather goods tradition with high fashion.
Examining for my classes designers and their influence on the marketplace, past and present has not only changed my view on fashion, but also my consuming behaviors. Wouldn’t it be nice if every brand had a principal of Forever Now, which embodies a forward looking vision and timeless appeal and commitment to invest long-lasting values, like Gucci?
Long lasting values and quality is something that is short in our society when it comes to fast fashion and stores that mass produce clothing. Studying designers and impacts of quality in my Introduction to Fashion Industry class has led to many discussions on poor quality clothing, which has slowly made me a more conscious shopper when I stumble upon a cheap price tag. Because a cheap price tag doesn’t always mean you’ve won the lottery. It usually means it was cheap to make.
Now, I like to play the guessing game when I shop. And by guessing game I mean I ask myself “how long will this last?” And the answer is probably not even a 4th of the time of the Gucci luggage from the 1930’s that I saw and awed over in the Gucci Museum this past Monday. They say ‘wear Italian’ for a reason, and now I know why.
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Filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi always seems to get stuck in the rut. He begins a project and it takes a long time for that project to see light of day.
The director has made several announcements but non of the movies seems to be on floor yet. Right now, talks about a romcom with Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai are being talked about. Just prior to this Santoshi had announced a project with Abhishek and Katrina besides several others.
However, Santoshi maintains that it takes much for a film to materialise. "It's not like you wake up one fine day, wanting to do something and everything falls in place just like that. Every step in filmmaking takes it time. Sometimes you get lucky," he says.
Rajkumar Santoshi, after 'Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani', worked on a film called 'Power' with powerful actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Dutt and Anil Kapoor. This ensemble film has now been put on the back burner because of date problems.
But Santoshi is least perturbed. He doesn't mind the criticism coming his way, and has decided that he'll let his work do all the talking.
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- How do photographers get rich?
- How can I teach myself photography?
- What is a genre of photography?
- Why do photographers wear black?
- What do I need as a beginner photographer?
- What type of photography pays the most?
- What type of photography is in demand?
- How do I choose a photography style?
- What is the hardest type of photography?
- Can a photographer Be A Millionaire?
How do photographers get rich?
Here are 15 proven ways to make money as a photographer – and step up your business’ game.Photograph small businesses.Teach photography.Sell digital or printed copies of your work.Sell your photos on stock websites.Write a photography blog.Invest in your art.Conduct photography tours and workshops.Become a social guru.More items…•.
How can I teach myself photography?
Regardless of what you want to achieve with your photography, here are some sure fire ways to improve your skills without a degree.Get familiar with your camera. … Watch online tutorials. … Hit the books (and online portfolios) … Practice, practice and practice! … Expand your network. … Get a mentor or apprenticeship.More items…
What is a genre of photography?
Very broad in its subject matter, the genre makes use of elements of portraiture, landscape photography, architecture photography, street photography, and night photography, among others. B&W photography is also a commonly employed technique.
Why do photographers wear black?
So, why do they wear black? It turns out, dressing in an all-black ensemble is a general rule of thumb in the photography world so photographers are as invisible as possible at a photo shoot. This way, they don’t take any attention away from what the main subject of the photo is or from their ability to work.
What do I need as a beginner photographer?
What is the Best Photography Equipment List for Beginners?Camera Tripod. Few camera accessories are as versatile and necessary as a tripod. … Remote Shutter Release. … Prime Lens. … Photography Lighting Equipment. … SD Memory Cards. … Camera Cleaning Kit. … Camera Strap. … Camera Bag.More items…•
What type of photography pays the most?
Listed here are some of the highest paying photography jobs in the world:Freelance Photographer.Fashion Photographer.Fine Art Photographer.Medical Photographer.Product Photographer.Film Set Photographer.White House Photographer.Wedding Photographer.
What type of photography is in demand?
Portrait and family photography is probably the most common type of freelance photography. If this is your niche, it’s easy to get busy very quickly! This type of photography is constantly in demand, as families grow and change over the year.
How do I choose a photography style?
How to Find Your Unique Photography StyleMake a List of Photography Genres That You like and Experiment with Them. … Make a Collection of Inspiring Photos to Understand Your Creative Taste. … Share Your Photos to Get Helpful Feedback About Your Style. … Limit Your Equipment so You Can Focus on Your Photography Style.More items…
What is the hardest type of photography?
Conflict photography is quite stressful and difficult I’d imagine, and photojournalism in general. From what I’ve heard from other photogs, street photography is the hardest. From my experience, any type of portraiture with a short time limit.
Can a photographer Be A Millionaire?
It is hard to survive when working as a photographer, and even harder still to make money doing so; there is no doubt about it. This is an extremely intriguing photography competition, quite distinct in many ways from the others. …
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Boy, I have been looking for this cartoon for two and a half years (off and on, that is, see here). So, a big thanks to diamond-blade for pointing out the link.
It was the Garfield daily comic from February 27, 2005 (source)
The reason why I like this comic so much (besides my general fascination for the gestures in Garfield, see these posts) is that it is a wonderful illustration of an idea that I would love to test experimentally. The idea is that certain movements (i.e. having certain kinematic characteristics) might automatically trigger the perception of a gesture (in the sense of a movement that is intended to communicate). This idea is not new and was, for example, described by Adam Kendon in his 2004 book ‘Gesture. Visible action as utterance’. But this idea is also present, to some extent, in the work of Gunnar Johansson (1973) and Albert Michotte.
Prelimary ideas about experiments:
- Generate a randomized display of motion (within some likely parameter space) and let people all watch that same fragment, then check if they see a gesture at the same time.
- Condition: Manipulate it in such a way that it is easier or harder to imagine seeing a hand.
- Condition: Create conditions where subjects feel it is likely or unlikely they will be insulted (perception of intention to communicate appears linked to sensitivity to insults, see my thesis or Bucci et al. 2008).
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Why were the Black TikTok creators on strike? One reason, they are tired. Tired of not being recognized for the original dance content that graces your for you page on your phone. TikTok is a platform used by millions of users across the world showcasing analyzing and everything from their small business to just making people laugh. The most popular by users are posting dancing videos to the latest hit songs. If you gain enough followers you are able to get paid for the content you are creating for your audience base. Depending on the number of likes you have videos that can rise or fall.
Now if you were a Black Creator creating new dance content but never receiving credit, wouldn’t you be angry? Angry because your views and likes to fall to other creators who never credited you, but instead took your success and any revenue made from those videos when that revenue should be coming to you.
The popular TikTok dances are danced to the latest hits. It all started when 14-year old Black American creator, Jalaiah Harmon, the one who choreographed the original dance to songs like “Renegade” didn’t gain popularity but when creator Charli D’Amelio performed that dance likes and views skyrocketed overnight.
Viewers were crediting Charli for the moves and getting credit for a dance she did not create. Turning Charli into this famous TikTok creator and dancer getting all the fame just by being a pretty face. Following Charli were creators like Addison Rae who premiered on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon showing over the various TikTok dances that she did not create but made them popular because yet again she is another pretty face. After, Addison showed off her TikTok dances the strike ignited even more.
Strike Getting Attention
In light of Addison performing on The Tonight Show with Jimy Fallon, Black creators put their hands up in strike refusing to create any more original choreographed until they get rightful recognition. Leaving other creators to create new dances to the latest hits themselves, showing how important Black Creators are to TikTok’s algorithm. Finally, after the whole ordeal TikTok recognized its lack of diversity and made a statement, “Over the past year, our teams have continued working to elevate and support Black voices and causes, while fostering an inclusive environment on our platform and within our workplace,” reported from BBC News. More and more creators started to get credit for their work, but only months after they were originally posted and gained popularity. After severe backlash from the Black TikTok community Jimmy Fallon, in recognizing his wrongful behavior, allowed for Black TikTok creators on the show to give credit to them for creating the choreography.
Black Creators inside and outside of TikTok are pushing and fighting to get their work and/or art rightfully recognized in a world and society where it is constantly stolen and turned into something completely different.
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I want someone who will watch sappy movies with me, holding me as I cry over the protagonist’s latest heartbreak, and laughing quietly because I can’t handle all the feels.
I want someone to wake up to in the morning, so I can watch how adorable they are with their bleary eyes and ruffled hair. Someone who won’t mind that my hair gets tangled in every possible manner while I sleep, or that I steal all the blankets because I have a tendency to latch onto whatever keeps me warm.
I want someone who’ll cook breakfast for me, or laugh while I try to cook breakfast for them, and who’ll eat the food even if I burn it, which I probably will.
I want someone to go to the beach with me, because they understand how much I love the sea, how it can free me like nothing else can. Someone to hike with, to swim with, to explore the furthest corners of the earth with.
I want someone who isn’t afraid to travel, to drop everything to go on an adventure, to face the changes that life brings, to taste the different cultures and soak up all the new experiences.
I want someone who will tell me to slow down, to take a deep breath and enjoy life as it comes and goes, to let go of all my responsibilities for once, to remember that I’m only human and there’s only so much I can possibly do in this life, but who also understands my need to do anything and everything, my need to keep busy, my fear of missing out on my youth and my life and my opportunities, because they feel the same way.
I want someone who knows my ever-changing moods, who keeps quiet when I just want silence, who brings me chocolate when I need it and takes it away when they know I need to stop. Someone who’s happy when I’m happy and understands when I’m sad. Someone who knows when I need cheering up and when I need to be left alone.
I want someone who knows me deeply, who sees that I’m not perfect, that I have my flaws and my vices and my insecurities, and loves me anyway. Someone who sees the darkest parts of me and doesn’t shy away. Someone who’s not perfect, because no one on in this world is. Someone who is maybe as unstable and obsessive and needy as I am. Someone who accepts me for who I am, because I love them for who they are, the bright parts and the sad parts and all. I want someone to love me, forever and always, because that’s how long I will love them.
I’ve been told I’m too picky; I’ve been told that there’s no way someone can possibly satisfy all of these conditions, that there’s no way someone can cross all of these qualities off my list.
But in the end, lists don’t matter. Who you think you want doesn’t matter. In the end, you don’t choose who you fall in love with. You just fall, and if you’re lucky, they’ll love you enough to catch you. And that’s the only thing you need.
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Time to Ditch Your Record Label? A New Era in Royalty Financing
Time to Ditch Your Record Label(?): A New Era in Royalty Financing
Making it as a working musician is not easy. For people who rely on their music to pay the bills, a certain amount of volatility can be expected. Whereas most professions pay a steady wage or salary, spread out evenly over the course of the calendar year, this is not typically the case for musicians, producers and songwriters.
It’s not all Cristal and swimming pools
Periods of high paying, steady income for working musicians tend to surround the release of a successful record, writing of a hit song or being on tour. Stereotypes of the iconic rock god or hip-hop icon portrayed in popular media generally imply a daily life of fancy cars, swimming pools and a generally excessive lifestyle. However, this is far from the truth for many trying to make it as a professional in the music industry.
Unless you’re name is Rick Ro$$ or Mick Jagger…
The reality is that most professional songwriters will face periods of financial uncertainty at some point in their career. It could be due to a need for additional finances for recording or touring, unexpected slow times in album or ticket sales, difficulty finding work (for songwriters and studio musicians) or even an illness, injury or other unforeseen event.
Many artists in need of quick resources end up selling the rights to their music- reluctantly and most times regrettably. Once a musician sells her or his rights to their music, getting them back is nearly impossible. Even Paul McCartney, rock and roll’s first billionaire, is still trying to regain the rights to his music after decades of legal efforts.
Rock on with Sound Royalties
Fear not, future rock-stars, your dreams of stardom need not halt due to exhausted funds, nor do you need to relinquish the rights to your music just to get a little extra financial support while you craft your next top 40 hit or fuel up the tour bus.
A company called Sound Royalties has a solution, and if they were around in the 1960s, maybe Sir Paul McCartney (and countless others) would still own the well deserved rights to their artistic property.
Less starving, more art(ist)
Sound Royalties is a musician financing company started by Alex Heiche in 2014. They are currently transforming the music industry by providing funding for songwriters and musicians without forcing them to give up the rights to their music. What sets Sound Royalties apart, in general, is their overall commitment to the artist’s success. In their own words:
“We provide advances that aren’t based on 100 percent recoupment, so that enables an artist or a songwriter to keep money flowing in, which means they have a higher percentage chance of success rather than being set up for failure and needing to sell. Secondly, we don’t buy copyrights. We only use their music as collateral, because it’s non-credit-based, but we don’t buy in perpetuity and we don’t own.”
Sound Royalties makes the once impossible task of making it as a working musician or songwriter a little less, well, impossible.
Music industry revolutionaries
It’s true- the barriers-to-entry of producing and recording your own music have been greatly reduced. In theory, any budding artist wishing to share his or her sounds with the world can do so with little more than an iPhone. Regardless of one’s musical talent and ingenuity, making a living as a musician is subject to many ups and downs. There are resources out there, and companies like Sound Royalties are leaders in a new era of pro-artist companies.
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This collection of thought-provoking essays is an example of the periodical-as-book: it also acts as a double issue of the interdisciplinary journal Body & Society, which is co-edited by Mike Featherstone, a professor of sociology at Nottingham Trent University. Most of the 16 contributors are British, American or Australian sociologists teaching in higher education. In addition, there is a paper by the Australian artist Stelarc and two interviews: one with Stelarc and the other with Orlan, a French performance artist. There are a few rather grey illustrations.
The book is not an easy read, but this is a subject everyone can relate to - we all alter our bodies and appearance, if only through the clothes we wear and the grooming and exercise we perform. Our bodies are a source of both pleasure and anxiety because they are so closely linked to our sense of self.
Contributors discuss body building and piercing, plastic surgery, prosthetics, self-mutilation and tattooing. One contributor, Margrit Shildrick, also reflects on those cases in which the natural body is modified to normalise it; for example, the “monstrous corporality” of conjoined twins. But while genetic engineering, which is likely to result in the most significant transformation of the human body, is touched on, it is not fully addressed.
Thinkers whose theories are drawn on to illuminate body modification practices include: Jean Baudrillard, Pierre Bourdieu, Freud, Félix Guattari, Jean-François Lyotard, Michel Foucault and Paul Virilio. A recurring question is whether the increasing popularity of body modification is an example of modern primitivism - a return to traditional tribal ways of inscribing identity - or an example of cosmetic and decorative alterations signifying temporary or transferable loyalties.
Reading these essays makes one hyperconscious of one’s own body - into which of the categories postulated by the writers does it fall? the metastatic body, the terminal body, the posthuman body, the postmodern techno-body or the technoscientific body? The essays are peppered with such jargon.
Readers interested in the visual arts will be fascinated by the material on Stelarc and Orlan. Stelarc is a performance artist and cyborg philosopher who has explored his body’s relationship to technology for decades by means of biocompatible inventions and multimedia events and by allowing others to control it via the internet. He believes that the human body is obsolete and that we have to redesign ourselves to merge with technology to defeat death and undertake long-distance space travel. Stelarc’s performances breach the limits of the body and subvert the concept of individuality.
Orlan, in contrast, uses technology but is not overly impressed by it. She is famous for employing the widespread custom of cosmetic surgery to achieve dramatic modifications of her body. For example, she has had two “demon bumps” implanted in her forehead. Orlan’s work opposes the beauty and fashion industries, which encourage people to alter themselves to conform to dominant stereotypes.
Aesthetic issues also arise in Lee Monaghan’s ethnographic study of male body building - an art, sport and subculture - in Wales. Practitioners “sculpt” their bodies via exercise and steroids but, as Monaghan points out, there are several ideal body types to which they aspire. Furthermore, the standard of beauty insiders may respect in gyms and competitions often differs from that of outsiders, particularly women, who think men with excessive musculature look like “freaks”.
The grotesque things some humans do to “improve” their bodies in the name of art or vanity staggers the imagination. However interesting the speculations of academics and science - fiction writers regarding the future of the body, the work of the artists is more noteworthy because they are willing to test ideas, to experiment on their own bodies, in full public gaze. Orlan’s surgical operations, for example, were videoed and images relayed to art galleries via satellites.
For centuries, humans have been contributing to the evolutionary process.
Regarding the choice we face in respect of melding our bodies and minds with technology, Stelarc has remarked: “Perhaps what it means to be human is about not retaining our humanity.” The future prospects for the human body are both exhilarating and terrifying.
John A. Walker is a freelance art critic and historian.
Editor - Mike Featherstone
ISBN - 0 761 96795 8 and 96796 6
Publisher - Sage
Price - £55.00 and £18.99
Pages - 352
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As the fashion world evolves, new trends emerge, captivating the hearts of fashion-forward women everywhere. In the realm of women’s clothing, dresses hold a special place, effortlessly combining comfort, style, and femininity. This article highlights some of the standout dress designs from the 2022 fashion collections, showcasing elegant and fashionable options that are sure to make a statement. From long shirt dresses to fish-patterned and tassel-detail dresses, these trends offer a delightful blend of sophistication and creativity.
Long Shirt Dress: A Versatile Wardrobe Staple
The long shirt dress is a timeless classic that remains a favorite in every fashionista’s wardrobe. Its relaxed yet refined silhouette exudes effortless elegance, making it suitable for various occasions. Whether you’re attending a casual brunch or a semi-formal event, a long shirt dress offers versatility and comfort. With its flattering length and flowing fabric, this dress style flatters different body shapes and can be accessorized to create both casual and dressier looks.
Fish Patterned Dress: Make a Bold Statement
For those seeking a more daring and eye-catching option, the fish patterned dress is an excellent choice. This distinctive print adds a playful and whimsical touch to your ensemble, showcasing your unique sense of style. Whether the fish are rendered in vibrant colors or subtle hues, this pattern is sure to make a splash. Pair it with understated accessories to let the dress take center stage, or add a pop of color for a truly vibrant and fashionable look.
Handmade Tassel Detail Dress: Embrace Artisanal Charm
Elevate your style with a handmade tassel detail dress that showcases intricate craftsmanship and bohemian charm. These dresses feature delicate tassel embellishments meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans. The tassels add movement and a touch of whimsy to your attire, making you feel like a bohemian goddess. Whether adorning the neckline, hemline, or sleeves, tassel details bring a unique and personalized element to your dress, making it a standout piece in your collection.
New Season Women’s Clothing: Embracing Fresh Fashion Trends
Every season brings new possibilities and exciting fashion trends. Stay ahead of the curve by exploring the latest offerings in women’s clothing. From innovative silhouettes to unique fabric choices and unexpected embellishments, new season collections offer a fresh perspective on style. Keep an eye out for emerging designers and established fashion houses that push boundaries and redefine elegance with their unique creations.
Elegant Fashion Dress: Timeless Style Redefined
Elegance is a timeless quality that never goes out of style. An elegant fashion dress embodies sophistication and refinement, capturing attention wherever you go. Opt for clean lines, luxurious fabrics, and impeccable tailoring to achieve a look that exudes grace and confidence. Whether you prefer a figure-flattering sheath dress or a flowing maxi dress, an elegant fashion dress is a wardrobe essential that effortlessly enhances your feminine allure.
The world of women’s dress trends offers an array of options that cater to different styles and preferences. From the versatility of long shirt dresses to the boldness of fish-patterned designs, the artisanal charm of handmade tassel details to the elegance of timeless fashion dresses, there’s a dress style for every woman to embrace. Stay attuned to the latest fashion collections, as they introduce innovative silhouettes, unique patterns, and unexpected details that allow you to express your personal style and make a lasting impression.
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Design is the language of art and architecture: let's speak Art!
Design is not always about appealing visuals. It's about the idea and a message. How you communicate with the observers. Justification in design is fundamental.
My name is Mher Gaboyan. My artistic name is Mike Gabby and I'm a Visual Artist, Brand Designer, Illustrator and Motion Designer. I've been engaged in arts, design and architecture since a young age. I found my true passion for Fashion and Graphic Design during the last year of my studies at the National University Of Architecture And Construction Of Armenia.
My new obsession with modern technologies and the web world has given me more space to express myself in a completely new way.
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Cædmon is the earliest English poet whose name is known. An Anglo-Saxon herdsman attached to the double monastery of Whitby (Streonaeshalch) during the abbacy of St. Hilda (657–680).
According to Bede he was originally ignorant of “the art of song but learned to compose one night in the course of a dream. He later became a zealous monk and an accomplished and inspirational religious poet.
Cædmon is one of twelve Anglo-Saxon poets identified in medieval sources, and one of only three for whom both roughly contemporary biographical information and examples of literary output have survived.
St. Bede wrote, “In the Monastery of this Abbess a certain brother particularly remarkable for the Grace of God, who was wont to make religious verses, so that whatever was interpreted to him out of scripture, he soon after put the same into poetical expressions of much sweetness and humility in English, which was his native language”
Cædmon’s only known surviving work is Cædmon’s Hymn, the nine-line alliterative vernacular praise poem in honour of God which he supposedly learned to sing in his initial dream. The poem is one of the earliest attested examples of Old English.
Cædmon died like a saint: receiving a premonition of death, he asked to be moved to the abbey’s hospice for the terminally ill where, having gathered his friends around him, he expired just before nocturns.
Although often listed as a saint, this is not confirmed.
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(2003) (voices of Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres) (G)
Otherwise, use the following link to read our complete Parental Review of this film.
- QUICK TAKE:
- Computer Animated Comedy: A clown fish sets out across the sea to find his son who was captured and then sold to an Australian dentist.
- Marlin (voice of ALBERT BROOKS) and Coral (voice of ELIZABETH PERKINS) are happy parents-to-be of several hundred clown fish and have moved to a new undersea home. Yet, disaster strikes and Marlin is then left alone with only one egg that he vows to protect.
Sometime later, it's the first day of school for young Nemo (voice of ALEXANDER GOULD), and Marlin isn't happy to let him out of his sight. That's not only due to him being an over-protective dad, but also because Nemo has a smaller than normal fin that doesn't bother the youngster, but worries Marlin.
To prove his dad wrong about such matters, Nemo disobeys his orders and sets out in the direction of a human boat. To Marlin's horror, a human diver than captures Nemo and speeds away, leaving Marlin shocked and heartbroken. After accidentally but literally running into Dory (voice of ELLEN DeGENERES), an optimistic blue tang with short term memory loss, Marlin discovers one of the diver's masks and then sets out to track the address on it back to his boy.
Meanwhile, Nemo has ended up in an Australian dentist's office in an aquarium with the likes of Gill (voice of WILLEM DAFOE), Bloat (voice of BRAD GARRETT), Peach (voice of ALLISON JANNEY), Gurgle (voice of AUSTIN PENDLETON), Bubbles (voice of STEPHEN ROOT), Jacques (voice of JOE RANFT) and Deb (voice of VICKI LEWIS) who believes that her reflection is her twin sister, Flo.
Nemo's appearance stimulates Gil's desire to try to escape again and he hatches an elaborate plan to do so. It's important that they succeed since Nemo is targeted as a gift to the dentist's 8-year-old niece, Darla, who has a penchant for killing fish.
As they plot and prepare for their escape, Marlin and Dory make their way across the sea. Along the way, they encounter various creatures, such as three sharks -- Bruce (voice of BARRY HUMPHRIES), Anchor (voice of ERIC BANA) and Chum (voice of BRUCE SPENCE) - who are going through an AA type step program to stop eating fish; Nigel (voice of GEOFFREY RUSH) the pelican; and laidback "surfer" turtle Crush (ANDREW STANTON) and his son Squirt (voice of NICHOLAS BIRD). With time running out, Marlin hopes to find and rescue Nemo before it's too late.
- OUR TAKE: 8 out of 10
- The magic of movies is in turning artificiality into reality, at least in the eyes, mind and/or heart of viewers. That's true whether you're talking about period costume drams or the most lavish, special effects laden sci-fi films. The trick, of course, is doing it so well that the viewer gets caught up in the event, forgets he or she is watching something that's not real, and never sees the puppeteer's strings (or has to think, "Don't pay attention to the man behind the curtain").
Pixar has always been one of the better - if not the best - movie houses at doing just that. From their award-winning short films to their critically acclaimed and highly successful features, they've always managed to hook viewers and make them forget that the computer-generated lamps, snowmen, toys, bugs and monsters are just a series of zeros and ones spit out by a bunch of computers and programmers.
They've done so again with "Finding Nemo." A delightful, engaging and terrific effort, it's sure to be as successful and beloved by kids of all ages as was "A Bug's Life," "Monsters, Inc." and the "Toy Story" films.
While intentionally not striving to be photo realistic like "Final Fantasy," the film's visual look - overseen by supervising animator Dylan Brown - is nothing short of outstanding to behold. Most of the characters have purposefully been rendered in a cartoonish, if three-dimensional fashion, but it's the background undersea world that's eye-popping.
Whether it's all of the water (both below and on the surface) or all of the plant life and such within it, the film's visuals are highly detailed and impressive. Yet, as has been the case in all of Pixar's works, the story and its characters are equally as important as how things look.
Although the starting-off point is pure Disney animated effort - with a single parent caring for a child - the script by writer/director Andrew Stanton (co-director of "A Bug's Life" and writer on all of the Pixar features) and co-screenwriters Bob Peterson and David Reynolds (who've both worked on various Pixar projects) goes well beyond that. In essence, it's part undersea road trip movie, part find and rescue adventure, and part fish out of water (figuratively and occasionally literally) story, all liberally mixed with plenty of comedy and action.
As I've stated before, I'm not sure why Pixar always makes film that appeal to kids and adults alike without boring or insulting the intelligence of either group - while most other features aimed at kids, particularly live action ones, fail at that - but they've done so again here.
Children will enjoy the fun and funny characters, the goofy slapstick material, and the various (and maybe even scary if not just suspenseful) action moments. The adults will feel the same way, but the beauty of the film for them is with the myriad of fine details interspersed throughout the production.
There are the various universal parenting issues that have been seamlessly transferred to the aquatic characters with which parents and kids will easily identify. Then there are the insider references (the main shark is named Bruce, possibly after Spielberg's nickname for the mechanical one in "Jaws") and other bits of humor that are like icing on the cake.
For instance, some sharks attend an AA like step-meeting to try to overcome their addiction to eating fish, while another fish and her "twin sister" - which is actually her reflection on the aquarium walls - are named Deb and Flo (a joke on "ebb and flow").
The vocal work from top to bottom is outstanding, with Albert Brooks ("The In-Laws," "The Muse") and Ellen DeGeneres ("The Love Letter," "Goodbye Lover") getting the lion's share (or is that fish's share) of the material and funny dialogue. Both are perfectly suited for their characters and bring just the right touch to them.
The likes of Alexander Gould ("Wes Craven Presents: They"), Willem Dafoe ("Spider-Man," "Shadow of the Vampire"), Allison Janney ("The Hours," "Nurse Betty"), Geoffrey Rush ("The Banger Sisters," "Frida") and Barry Humphries ("Nicolas Nickleby," "Spice World") voice just a few of the many other characters and are just as enjoyable to hear. Even the film's director gets into the act by voicing Crush, the laidback, surfer-dude turtle.
Simply put, this is a terrific piece of filmmaking from both a technological and storytelling aspect. While there are a few slow moments and the momentum occasionally wanes in the third act (which might be okay as it gives the little ones a moment to catch their breath), the effort is otherwise the film to beat this summer and is easily one of the best so far this year.
Completely engaging, fun, funny, adventurous and even heartwarming, "Finding Nemo" is a near perfect example of movie magic that will appeal to viewers of all ages. We highly recommend this film that rates as an 8 out of 10.
Reviewed May 20, 2003 / Posted May 30, 2003
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A Case For Creativity
A research project on the lack of emphasis on creative discovery and exploratory thinking in the American education system (and in life) and how that lack effects cognitive development.
Innovators Pop-Up Shop
A social campaign and pop-up project that encourages young students to exercise their creativity!
El Toro Feroz
A collection of narrative data visualizations representing the stresses and ferocities undergone by Ferdinand in the children's book, Ferdinand the Bull.
Cosmicomics Title Sequence
A playful title sequence created for Italo Calvino's novel Cosmicomics.
A poster series representing the linguistic structure of Excelsior, a poem by Henry Wadsworth-Longfellow, in three different ways. The poem's grammatical information was synthesized by word frequency, word length, and emotional tone.
A photographic publication that documents the spring break trip of five best friends.
Explaining the Galaxy
A series of posters explaining all sorts of stuff about outer space, from classifying its smallest chunks to breaking down its largest layers.
Hatch Show Print Internship
A collection of posters I designed and printed for various clients during my internship at Hatch Show Print.
Powerful Moments Infographic
A visualization of the most influential moments, objects and theories I can recall in my life, mapped chronologically and connected by how they influence my lifestyle, my design and my personal philosophies.
POSE Residency Collaboration
A collaboration between legendary street artist Pose and the students in my Globe Poster Remix class.
Vasarely Week Ephemera
A redesign of the promotional ephemera for Vasarely Week in New York NY, 1984.
Manifesto Poster Series
A series of hand-printed, one-of-a-kind posters about what motivates my design practice.
A screenprinted stop-motion animation and series of prints that attempts to bring 3-dimensionality to the 2-dimensional realms of the screen and the page.
A Goal Attainable Only in Infinity
A book compares essays written by three typographers on their conflicting opinions on the fundamental nature of typography.
A public service announcement: Hangovers build character.
Devil's Triangle Publication
An elaborative conglomeration of scientific evidence and shocking statistics proposing the existence of one of the worlds most elusive terrors: the Bermuda Triangle.
An animation that slowly deciphers a hidden message about just what it means to decipher.
Hands-On House Identity
An fun identity-refresh for The Hands-On House, a children's museum that encourages the importance of discovery and play.
An short animation depicting what's at the center of the universe, according to Copernicus.
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Having a hobby is not just a way to pass the time; it is also an essential aspect of maintaining good mental health and overall well-being. Engaging in activities that bring joy and fulfillment can have a positive impact on our mental state, helping to reduce stress, improve mood, and increase overall happiness. In today’s fast-paced world, where we are constantly bombarded with information and responsibilities, taking the time to indulge in a hobby can provide a much-needed escape and a sense of purpose.
Hobbies offer numerous benefits for mental health and well-being. Firstly, they provide an outlet for self-expression and creativity. Engaging in activities such as painting, writing, or playing an instrument allows us to tap into our inner creativity and express ourselves in ways that may not be possible in our daily lives. This creative outlet can be incredibly therapeutic, helping to relieve stress and anxiety.
Secondly, hobbies provide a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. When we engage in activities that we enjoy and see progress in our skills or creations, it boosts our self-esteem and confidence. This sense of achievement can have a positive impact on our overall well-being and motivate us to continue pursuing our hobbies.
Lastly, hobbies offer an opportunity for relaxation and mindfulness. Engaging in activities that we enjoy can help us disconnect from the outside world and focus on the present moment. Whether it’s gardening, reading a book, or playing a board game, these activities allow us to be fully present and immerse ourselves in the experience, promoting relaxation and reducing stress.
- Home hobbies are important for mental health and well-being
- Painting and drawing can be done at home with tips and techniques
- Crafting allows for DIY projects and unique home decor and gifts
- Cooking and baking can be used to try new cuisines and techniques
- Gardening can be used to create a beautiful indoor garden and grow your own herbs
Painting and Drawing: Tips and Techniques for Creating Art at Home
Painting and drawing are popular hobbies that offer numerous benefits for mental health and well-being. Not only do they provide a creative outlet for self-expression, but they also promote relaxation and mindfulness. Engaging in these activities allows us to focus on the present moment and let go of any worries or stress.
For beginners, it’s important to start with the right materials. Invest in a set of quality paints, brushes, and paper or canvas. Experiment with different mediums such as watercolors, acrylics, or oil paints to find what you enjoy the most. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes; art is about exploration and learning.
When it comes to techniques, there are endless possibilities. Start by practicing basic techniques such as blending colors, creating texture, and shading. There are plenty of online tutorials and resources available to help you learn and improve your skills. Remember to be patient with yourself and enjoy the process rather than focusing solely on the end result.
Crafting: DIY Projects for Making Unique Home Decor and Gifts
Crafting is a versatile hobby that allows you to create unique home decor and gifts while also providing a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. Engaging in crafting activities can help reduce stress and anxiety by providing a creative outlet for self-expression.
There are countless DIY projects that you can try at home, depending on your interests and skill level. For beginners, start with simple projects such as making candles, creating jewelry, or painting pottery. These activities require minimal materials and can be done in the comfort of your own home.
As you gain more experience, you can explore more complex projects such as woodworking, sewing, or knitting. These activities require more time and skill but can be incredibly rewarding. Not only will you have a unique piece of home decor or a personalized gift, but you will also have the satisfaction of knowing that you created it yourself.
Cooking and Baking: Recipes and Ideas for Trying New Cuisines and Techniques
Cooking and baking are not only practical skills but also enjoyable hobbies that offer numerous benefits for mental health and well-being. Engaging in these activities allows us to explore new cuisines, try new techniques, and express our creativity in the kitchen.
One of the benefits of cooking and baking is the opportunity to try new cuisines and flavors. Experiment with recipes from different cultures and explore new ingredients and spices. This can be a fun and educational way to broaden your culinary horizons and discover new favorite dishes.
Another benefit of cooking and baking is the opportunity to learn new techniques. Whether it’s mastering the art of making homemade pasta, perfecting your knife skills, or learning how to bake bread from scratch, these activities provide a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. The process of creating something delicious from scratch can be incredibly rewarding.
For beginners, start with simple recipes and gradually work your way up to more complex dishes. There are plenty of online resources and cooking classes available to help you learn and improve your skills. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes; cooking is all about trial and error.
Gardening: How to Create a Beautiful Indoor Garden and Grow Your Own Herbs
Gardening is a hobby that not only allows us to connect with nature but also offers numerous benefits for mental health and well-being. Engaging in gardening activities can help reduce stress, improve mood, and promote relaxation.
Creating a beautiful indoor garden is a great way to bring nature into your home. Start by choosing plants that are suitable for indoor environments, such as succulents, ferns, or spider plants. Invest in quality potting soil, pots with drainage holes, and proper lighting for your plants.
When it comes to growing your own herbs, start with easy-to-grow varieties such as basil, mint, or rosemary. These herbs can be grown in small pots on a windowsill or balcony. Not only will you have fresh herbs at your fingertips for cooking, but you will also have the satisfaction of knowing that you grew them yourself.
Reading and Writing: Books, Poetry, and Journaling for Personal Growth and Creativity
Reading and writing are hobbies that offer numerous benefits for personal growth and creativity. Engaging in these activities allows us to explore new worlds, gain new perspectives, and express our thoughts and emotions.
Reading is a great way to relax and escape from the stresses of everyday life. Whether it’s fiction, non-fiction, or poetry, reading allows us to immerse ourselves in a different world and experience the thoughts and emotions of the characters. It can be a form of self-care and a way to recharge our minds.
Writing, on the other hand, is a powerful tool for self-expression and creativity. Whether it’s journaling, writing poetry, or working on a novel, writing allows us to explore our thoughts and emotions in a safe and private space. It can be a form of therapy and a way to process our experiences.
For beginners, start by setting aside dedicated time for reading and writing. Create a cozy reading nook in your home where you can relax and focus on your book. Keep a journal or notebook nearby where you can jot down your thoughts and ideas. Don’t worry about grammar or spelling; the most important thing is to let your thoughts flow freely.
Music and Dance: Learning an Instrument or Choreographing Your Own Dance Routine
Music and dance are hobbies that offer numerous benefits for mental health and well-being. Engaging in these activities allows us to express ourselves creatively, improve coordination, and boost mood.
Learning to play an instrument is a rewarding hobby that requires dedication and practice. Whether it’s the piano, guitar, or violin, learning an instrument allows us to tap into our creativity and express ourselves through music. Start by taking lessons or using online resources to learn the basics. Practice regularly and be patient with yourself; progress takes time.
Choreographing your own dance routine is another way to engage in creative expression. Whether it’s ballet, hip-hop, or contemporary dance, choreographing allows us to express our emotions and tell a story through movement. Start by learning basic dance techniques and then experiment with creating your own routines. Don’t be afraid to let loose and have fun; dance is all about self-expression.
Photography and Videography: Capturing Life’s Moments and Exploring New Techniques
Photography and videography are hobbies that allow us to capture life’s moments and explore new techniques. Engaging in these activities can help us appreciate the beauty in everyday life and express our creativity.
With the advent of smartphones, everyone has become a photographer to some extent. Start by experimenting with different angles, lighting, and composition. Learn the basics of editing to enhance your photos. As you gain more experience, invest in a quality camera and explore different genres of photography such as landscape, portrait, or street photography.
Videography is another creative hobby that allows us to capture moments in motion. Whether it’s filming a travel vlog, creating a short film, or documenting your daily life, videography offers endless possibilities for creative expression. Invest in a quality camera with video capabilities and learn the basics of editing to enhance your videos.
Board Games and Puzzles: Fun and Engaging Activities for Solo or Group Play
Board games and puzzles are fun and engaging activities that can be enjoyed solo or with friends and family. Engaging in these activities can help improve cognitive skills, promote social interaction, and provide a sense of accomplishment.
Playing board games is a great way to challenge your mind and have fun at the same time. Whether it’s strategy games like chess or word games like Scrabble, board games offer endless possibilities for entertainment. Gather your friends or family for a game night and enjoy some friendly competition.
Puzzles are another engaging activity that can be enjoyed solo or with others. Whether it’s jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles, or Sudoku, puzzles offer a mental workout and a sense of accomplishment when completed. Set aside dedicated time for puzzle-solving and enjoy the process of piecing everything together.
Home Improvement: DIY Projects for Updating and Renovating Your Living Space
Home improvement is a hobby that allows us to update and renovate our living space while also providing a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. Engaging in home improvement projects can help improve our living environment, boost our mood, and promote creativity.
There are countless DIY projects that you can try at home, depending on your skill level and budget. Start with simple projects such as painting a room, installing new light fixtures, or updating cabinet hardware. These projects can be done over a weekend and can have a significant impact on the overall look and feel of your home.
As you gain more experience, you can tackle more complex projects such as building furniture, installing flooring, or renovating a bathroom or kitchen. These projects require more time and skill but can be incredibly rewarding. Not only will you have a beautiful and functional living space, but you will also have the satisfaction of knowing that you did it yourself.
In conclusion, having a hobby is important for mental health and well-being. Engaging in activities that bring joy and fulfillment can help reduce stress, improve mood, and increase overall happiness. Whether it’s painting and drawing, crafting, cooking and baking, gardening, reading and writing, music and dance, photography and videography, board games and puzzles, or home improvement, there is a hobby out there for everyone. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, the most important thing is to find something that you enjoy and make time for it in your life. So go ahead, indulge in your hobbies and reap the benefits for your mental health and well-being.
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the power hungry owner of a rail company (Gabriele Ferzetti) hires Frank
(Henry Fonda, playing against type), a gunfighter without a conscience,
to kill anyone who stands in the way of the completion of the railroad.
After Frank murders McBain (Frank Wolff), McBain's widow (Claudia
Cardinale) hires two killers (Jason Robards & Charles Bronson) of
her own to protect her and gain revenge. Using techniques previously
unseen in the genre, Leone utilizes close-ups, color, and Ennio
Morricone's score to create a tense, somber meditation on death which is
widely considered to be one of the best westerns in cinematic history.
Dario Argento (SUSPIRIA) and Bernardo Bertolucci (THE LAST EMPEROR)
collaborated with Leone on the screenplay.
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How will you interpret it?
The Unexpected Guest, inspired by the sci-fi movie 'ET'.
The Unexpected Battle
And when he looked into the grave he saw them; all six brothers linked arm in arm, in a macabre dance. The full horror of their deaths smacked him smartly across the face. Questions bombarded his mind, pounding against his temples, from the inside. What happened to these men in this place? Was it really an act of heroism in the name of their country?
Opening inspired by Mametz Wood, a poem by Alan Sheers.
The Unexpected Twist in the Plot
"That's why it ought to be easy to find."
"Exactly what I say."
"Whoever done it, they're not going to be carrying a thing like that around with them longer than they need."
One of them belched.
"Personally, I think it's right here on the premises."
"Probably right under our very noses. What you think, Jack?"
And in the other room, Mary Maloney began to giggle.
Remember Roald Dahl's Lamb to the Slaughter?
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This week, the third issue of Brandon Graham's King City came out and it's got a cover by Marian Churchland. Like her guest work on Elephantmen this summer, Churchland's cover here has the strange effect of very much keeping in the tradition of the comic she's guest drawing and usurping many of its long-established traditions.
The tension of Elephantmen was always the very smart writing rubbing up against the very typical IMAGE style art--the art's really good, but it's full of muscles, guns, and boobs, so you know what I mean--and Churchland relieved that tension by providing art that was as sensitive and realistic as the writing. The series couldn't sustain itself if this tension were permanently resolved, but for a few issues, it was a delight.
"I grew to particularly like the Miki character, despite my initial grumblings about how drawing wasp-waisted big-tittied ladies is not my thing, and I wanted to do something with her beyond simply illustrating the issue."
That's a quote from Churchland's livejournal and it's an interesting way to enter the like, side-goals of her work. Namely, it seems to me at least, a polite, wise corrective to how most females look--and with Beast act--in most comics. Neither Elephantmen or King City are "sexist" or anything or even negative in their portrayal--I think there's an irony to the way the use absurd proportions for the women--but well, Churchland brings the female characters down to earth in really unprecedented ways.
Above is a terrible photo--sorry no scanner--of the character from King City that Churchland put on the cover. This is of course, Brandon Graham's version. Especially here, you're witnessing the ironic use of the "typical" female in comics art, as the entire point of the character here is to idealize her. To make her unreal, too attractive. She's like a rap video girl and that's awesome. It's also of course, it's own version of "feminism" in the sense that girls shaped like this are just as under-represented in popular media as "average"-shaped girls, but that's neither here nor there right now. The point is to just look at the way Churchland's retained the character and her characteristics, while also slanting the details towards her own interests.
Notice the spindly fingers and the boney arms here. All of these smaller features are aimed at contrasting with the awesomely giant ass the character has--something Churchland retains and maybe even enlarges--but they're also the reality of a particularly thin or oddly-proportioned person. And there are wrinkles in her clothes? Around the sleeve of the hand holding the cigarette. These kinds of details poke through and add a lot to the image. There's also the weird way that part of her arm--around the armpit--sticks out of the dress; it's sliding off provocatively, but also because maybe the dress doesn't fit her right.
For a grasp on rarefied form of "feminism" going on in Churchland's work--a feminism that is basically more like, coming at it from a point of view us dudes are unaware of or not sensitive enough to and nothing more--it's important to notice how indeed, the absurd proportions are keep intact. And also how, the clothes (a tight dress, thigh highs) are given some kind of earthy reality to them, making the outfit both a little more absurd and that much more attractive.
That napkin or handkerchief hanging halfway off the barstool, a nearly empty packet of cigarettes on top of it, is just a small touch of regularity to the image. The same way Churchland peppers Beast with grime on the toilet or numbers scratched on a wall, does she place these slabs of how-stuff-really-is into the image. These are the things glossed over or purposefully forgotten by a lot of artists--especially comics artists--because they de-idealize the image because well, that's the tradition of comics.
And now, the best part of the cover and indeed, the most actively "real": The reinforced toes on the stockings and the rubber soles of the shoes. This is most certainly the kind of thing a lot of people just don't think about, especially if you're a guy. I don't wish to paint Churchland into the corner of "female comics artist" but in a way, she's the proper kind of fact-checker, corrective to a male-dominated comics world. Most guys are not going to think about the toes of a pair of stockings or how even shoes you'd go out to a bar or club in, indeed have dopey rubber soles. When it comes to women's clothing, especially "sexy" women's clothing, all the seams and pieces are ignored for the greater whole. Part of this has to do with a general forgetting of the details, but it also has to do with a tendency to objectify and simplify chicks and chick stuff. Churchland's like "funk that!".
And the effect on the art is not only this subtly political stuff about gender and all that, but a wordless message to sensitive viewers/readers that the person behind the pen here really cares and really thinks about comics stuff and the real world. Churchland's work stands-out because of its careful attention to detail and its thoughtfulness. She doesn't lose track of the importance of things looking good--and in the case of this cover, looking attractive--but it's done on her own terms; wrapped up in the details so often overlooked, but a notable part of everyday living for any female.
The 24-7 coverage of celebrities and celebrity culture has brought about probably one hundred times the number of images we see of famous people. That's to say, the "on-the-fly" or live, untouched photos of someone now far outweigh the fancy, glossy, photo-shopped pictures in magazines. This recent photo of Rihanna, out somewhere or another reminded me of Graham's King City character and particularly, Churchland's variation: That mix of untouchable beauty/sexuality and palpable reality. Most comics art's the spread in Vogue, Churchland's art is the in-the-moment, dress a little wrinkled, candid shot.
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The second of Timony’s #DiabolicalDeeds challenges is to write a 100 word story inspired by the deity Calu and two prompt words:
Calu is an Etruscan chthonic deity. He is identified by his wolf attributes, such as a wolf-like appearance or a human with a wolf-skin cap. The prompts are:
The cave is rank, caliginous. I can’t see my hand in front of my face. “Isn’t it exciting?” Penny whispers by my side. “We’ll get two research papers from this.” I try to smile but I can’t.
A cold finger traces my spine and I shiver uncontrollably. Be professional, I tell myself. This isn’t hell’s mouth, it’s an archaeological dig. From the corner of my eye I see a shadow slip along the wall and jerk round.
”Penny, did you see that?” Silence. “Penny?” I turn again. She’s gone.
In the darkness, I see eyes.
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Allmusic said "@ finds two of New York City's longest-running fringe dwellers churning out sheets of collaborative sounds that conjoin their respective and distinct states of constant freak-out... These seven improvisations sound inspired without feeling at all heavy-handed or urgent. More so, @ succeeds with the type of conversational playing that could only be achieved by two masters so deep into their craft that it probably feels a lot like breathing to them by now".
Will awakens in the early morning to a high-pitched whirring sound which fills the jungle, but eventually it goes away. Rick has Holly build a trap to catch whatever has been breaking into their stores, and Will goes to weed the garden. While outside, he again hears the sound and follows it to the Lost City. Within, he enters a chamber with a very crude-looking attempt to simulate a matrix table but filled with colored stones instead of crystals. On the ground is a pulsating blue crystal that attracts his attention. Picking it up, he sees his mother (Erica Hagen) materialize in a cloud of mist. Afterwards, he returns to High Bluff but doesn't speak of his encounter.
The next day Holly's trap has not worked, and Will again hears the sound. Holly hears it briefly as well, but dismisses it. Will returns to the Lost City and again witnesses his mother while holding a blue stone. His mother calls for him, but he is interrupted by Holly, who sees nothing until she touches the blue crystal as well. Holding it together, they are both beckoned by their mother to "come home," but then she quickly adds, "Too late. Come tomorrow. Don't tell." Will explains to Holly that he wants to tell Rick about his discovery but for some reason he is unable to. Holly replies that she will tell their father if he does not and Will sincerely hopes that she can. Will theorizes that they were looking through a time doorway that is open to a period when she was still alive. When Holly asks why her image is not very clear, her brother suggests that it might be because they do not remember her very well.
Yes! is the second studio album released by country music artist Chad Brock. Lead-off single "A Country Boy Can Survive (Y2K Version)", featuring George Jones and Hank Williams, Jr., is a rewritten version of Williams' hit "A Country Boy Can Survive", rewritten to address the Y2K problem. This song peaked at #30 on the country charts in late 1999. Following it were the title track, which became Brock's only Number One hit in mid-2000, and finally "The Visit" at #21.
Maria Yegorovna Gaidar (Russian:Мари́я Его́ровна Гайда́р; 1990–2004 Smirnova (Russian: Смирно́ва); born 21 October 1982, Moscow) is a Russian political activist and since July 2015 a vice-governor of Odessa Oblast in Ukraine. From 2009 till 2011 Gaidar was a deputy governor in Kirov Oblast in Russia. She is also the founder of the Youth movement "DA!" ("Yes!").
Maria Gaidar is the daughter of former Russian Prime Minister, Yegor Gaidar. She is a granddaughter of Soviet admiral Timur Gaidar, and a great-granddaughter of famous Soviet writers Arkady Gaidar and Pavel Bazhov. Maria's parents divorced in 1985, three years after she was born. Gaida stayed with her mother, Irina Smirnova. In 1991 the family moved to Cochabamba, Bolivia, where they lived for five years. In 1996 she returned to Moscow.
Dangerously in Love is the debut studio album by American recording artist Beyoncé. It was released on June 20, 2003 by Columbia Records. During the recording of Destiny's Child's third studio album, Survivor (2001), the group announced that they would produce solo albums to be released. Recording sessions for the album took place from March 2002 to March 2003 at several studios, during the hiatus of her then-group Destiny's Child. As executive producer of the album, Beyoncé took a wider role in its production, co-writing a majority of the songs, choosing which ones to produce and sharing ideas on the mixing and mastering of tracks.
The tracks in the album are a mixture of uptempos and ballads, which are basically inspired by R&B and soul genres; it also features elements of hip hop and Arabic music. Although Beyoncé remained discreet about her interpretation of the songs, its underlying meanings were attributed by music writers as an allusion to her intimate relationship with boyfriend (later husband) and well-known music mogul Jay-Z. Dangerously in Love received positive reviews from music critics upon its release, with critics praising Knowles' "artistic leap". The album also received numerous accolades, earning Beyoncé five Grammy Awards.
The album is certain to attract new fans, and may alienate some old ones ...The Slip's giant step toward the mainstream began in 2005, when the band contacted local producer-engineer Matthew Ellard (veteran of sessions with Morphine, Juliana Hatfield, and Billy Bragg & Wilco) about working on its fourth studio album.
ROME (AP) -- The lead singer of the Boston rock band Morphine, Mark Sandman, has died of a heart attack at a concert outside Rome, police said Sunday ... Morphine is a ... Morphine has released four albums.
ROME (AP) _ The lead singer of the Boston rock band Morphine, Mark Sandman, has died of a heart attack at a concert outside Rome, police said Sunday ... Morphine is a ... Morphine has released four albums.
The Boston trio Morphine, which played a late show at the 9.30 club on Friday, is definitely a little weird, but weird in a likable, unpretentious way ...And then Morphine played another song or two before taking its leave with "Gone for Good," from its album "Yes.".
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|"If everything goes all to hell and all machines are destroyed and theres mass chaos and blood in the streets and all that sort of thing, well then of course you know my clothing is the only clothing to wear." --Aly Wolff-Mills
Neon vinyl corset, black bra, international distress orange techno skirt.
|Aly Wolff-Mills: Theres
definitely a certain frivolity to a lot of what I make, that is kind of a fun aspect,
which is why I kind of like the silliness of the title that I came up with, Post Fallout
Glam, just because it certainly doesnt take itself very seriously, and I mean,
honestly, tromping around in a corset is not necessarily something that one does on a
FF: And where does the fallout reference come from?
Aly Wolff-Mills: Well, that comes from just kind of the way a lot of my stuff links to sort of the post-apocalyptic kind of visions of things. Its like the Mad Max world; the concept that I use a lot of industrial materials, going to the hardware store to pick out things to make clothing out of, evokes a different tradition with clothing. And certainly it is non-traditional and not necessarily futuristic. Just because the things that I tend to use are kind of junk.
FF: How do you conceive that in tandem with the sort of 1890's corset styles that you also incorporate into your work?
Aly Wolff-Mills: Well thats kind of just -- oh lets see -- its one of the more fun aspects of it. I really do enjoy corsetry a lot, and I like the historical aspect of it. But I like also the fact that I remake it and change the corset from what it used to be into something completely new. Because the tradition of the corset is basically as an undergarment. Its extremely confining.
And as far as the women who wore them, they basically broke their bodies to make them a different sort of shape. And with me its like Ive kind of taken the negative aspects of what corsetry and what that confinement means, and what that means as far as womens history goes. And Ive taken that and completely converted it and pretty much perverted it into a completely different kind of expression of what it means to be female and what it means to have that body shape.
Now its underwear worn on the outside, its underwear that is outerwear, and its dangerous and it still does some of the same things that it did before ...
FF: It doesnt disfigure you.
Aly Wolff-Mills: Right. Well, thats debatable. Its just so blatantly obvious that thats what it is. Theres nothing there. Its just very blatant. Its a blatant statement of this is how Im changing myself; this is what Im going to look like -- a statement of kind of an ideal female figure, except instead of hiding it under clothing and pretending that theres nothing there, its kind of an obvious statement.
FF: And what does glam mean to you?
Aly Wolff-Mills: Well it goes along with glamorous. Its sort of -- its the sparkly bit, the feathery bit that I put on everything. Anything thats shiny that Id like to attach on it. It also links to the fact that a lot of this stuff is clubbing clothing, and as clubbing clothing I think the goal is clubbing, at least for me is to be as absolutely outrageous and over the top and as fluffy and gorgeous as possible. So it all kind of links back to that; the idea that everything is just taking an image and taking a concept of what is fabulous and taking it up a notch.
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Blake Proehl is a name that’s buzzing with excitement as ‘American Idol’ kicks off its 22nd season. But who exactly is this multi-talented individual captivating audiences with both his athletic and musical prowess?
At 25 years old, Blake has already lived a life filled with unexpected twists and turns, transitioning from the gridiron to the stage. As the spotlight shines on him, let’s delve into the intriguing journey of Blake Proehl, a man destined to make his mark not just in the NFL but also in the world of music.
Blake’s Journey From Touchdowns to High Notes
While many may recognize Blake Proehl as a former NFL player, his story extends far beyond the football field. Hailing from the vibrant city of Charlotte, North Carolina, Blake’s roots run deep in the Tar Heel State. It was here that he honed his athletic skills, eventually earning a spot as a wide receiver for East Carolina University’s football team. But amidst the roar of the crowds and the thrill of the game, there was always a melody playing in Blake’s heart, waiting to be heard.
A Viral Sensation and Musical Marvel
In 2021, Blake captured the hearts of millions when a heartfelt performance for his grandmother went viral on TikTok. Strumming his guitar and pouring his soul into Brett Young’s “In Case You Didn’t Know,” Blake’s rendition struck a chord with viewers worldwide, amassing over 28 million views and counting.
It was this raw emotion and undeniable talent that caught the attention of ‘American Idol,’ propelling Blake from the realm of social media stardom to the grand stage of the iconic singing competition.
Blake’s Musical Odyssey
But Blake’s journey into the world of music didn’t begin with a viral video. It was a passion cultivated over years of dedication and creativity. In 2022, Blake took the plunge into the music industry with his debut single, “Falling Into You.”
Since then, he has continued to captivate audiences with a string of original tracks, including the soul-stirring “Happy Without Me,” the infectious “think i like u,” and the introspective “Where You Need to Be.” With each song, Blake invites listeners into his world, weaving tales of love, loss, and the journey of self-discovery.
Family Ties and Gridiron Legacies
While Blake’s talent speaks for itself, it’s impossible to overlook the influence of his family in shaping his path. As the son of NFL legend Ricky Proehl, Blake was born into a world where football was more than just a game—it was a way of life. With his father’s guidance and support, Blake learned the value of hard work, perseverance, and the importance of chasing one’s dreams.
And though his journey may have taken a different trajectory than expected, Blake carries with him the lessons instilled by his father, propelling him forward on his musical odyssey.
The Journey Continues: Blake’s American Idol Audition
As Blake steps onto the ‘American Idol’ stage, he brings with him not only a lifetime of experience but also a sense of purpose and determination. With his guitar in hand and a heart full of dreams, he stands ready to share his voice with the world, embracing the opportunity to inspire and uplift others through the power of music.
And as the judges take in his performance, one thing becomes abundantly clear—Blake Proehl is more than just a former NFL player auditioning for a singing competition. He’s a testament to the transformative power of following one’s passions, chasing dreams, and never backing down in the face of adversity.
Whether Blake secures a spot in the next round or not, his journey serves as a reminder that greatness knows no bounds. And as audiences watch his story unfold on the small screen, they’re not just witnessing a competition—they’re witnessing the birth of a star destined to shine brightly in the world of music and beyond.
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Freya Holm is smart, quick-witted, and an Alva—a paranormal species with the ability to fly. In a bid for a normal life outside of family expectations, she moved across the country. But within a few days of arriving in a small California town, she finds herself fighting over the last bag of lentils with an attractive but ill-tempered werewolf named David.
David Waterstone is desperate for normal, too. Recently banished from his pack, he finds himself struggling to stay sane. The presence of another supernatural power in his new town, especially one as inquisitive and lively as Freya, makes his struggle even harder.
When their new city gets besieged by an insane supernatural with a passion for Dante’s Inferno, Freya’s family sends in one of her old schoolmates. Alrik Isaksson has long been in love with Freya, but she can’t see beyond their hurtful history. Despite the tension, David, Alrik, and Freya must work together and use their intellect, supernatural powers, and sense of humor to survive the layers of Hell being created in their town by a maniac with a passion for literature.
Freya’ s Inferno, the first book in Sonja Bair’s Winging It series (can I just say how awesome a name that is for a series? I do love a good play on words), is a book that pleased me for so many reasons.
First and foremost, Freya is the narrator and that is truly a blessing. The narration is in first person and this really allows a reader to become acquainted with Freya on a more intimate level. We hear each and every one of her thoughts and her sarcastic, mischievous and witty personality are conveyed in a way that I’ve never seen so successfully executed before in a novel. It’s almost as though Freya is talking directly to us, the readers, and it evokes a feeling of kinship. I didn’t see Freya as simply a fictional character; I saw her more as a friend, telling me about her day (and man, what a day). Sonja has successfully crafted a believable, three-dimensional character who a reader can both relate to and care about.
Furthermore, Freya is a character who values her sense of self-worth. There’s an incredibly uninhibited section of narration where Freya is simultaneously talking about herself and addressing the reader. She speaks about the incredible odds that were defied in the creation of her, Freya Holm – “Now, out of my mother’s millions of eggs and father’s quadrillions of sperm, the two sex cells that happened to be me combined. Damn, those are ridiculous odds. I, like every other human being on the planet, won the lottery of all lotteries just to be born. I’m going to celebrate – I’m going to be proud to be alive and to be me. And most of all, I’m going to not try to be someone I’m not. That would be a slap in the face of the ridiculously high odds that created me.” Being someone she’s not would entail accepting the roles being forced upon her at this point in the book: a co-Alpha (werewolf politics are confusing as hell), a denizen of hell, an employee at the USN, a mate and a girlfriend. Freya is strong enough and respects herself enough to understand that it’s okay to not live up to the expectations of those around her. Freya states that she “would not be forced into a position that didn’t fit” and states that it’s “too bad” if she inadvertently creates chaos and ambiguity for those who want her to embrace these roles with open arms. In a world that is constantly telling us who and what we should be, Freya assures us it’s okay to go our own way *starts singing Fleetwood Mac*
I really enjoyed the dual elements of the plot too. Freya faces multiple threats and challenges throughout the novel; there’s the whole situation with Jia and her highly dangerous fixation with both Dante’s Inferno and Freya and then there’s the threat of David’s former pack Alphas, Maria and Robert, breathing down their necks. In no way is the plot simple. Instead, it’s excitingly chaotic and is layered with all the key components that generate the perfect story, from heart-stopping moments of poignant insight into the human psyche to moments of comedic relief that had me laughing out loud.
Eagerly awaiting the next installment in the Winging It series! I’m curious to see how Freya and Alrik’s relationship will change following Alrik’s revelation and I’m excited to catch up with David and his new-found pack.
Song: Britney Spears’ Stronger (what is she doing with that chair?)
This book is available in both paperback and e-reader format on Amazon.
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Wayne Scherer, San Diego Artist
Wayne Scherer is a San Diego artist who has traveled extensively throughout Mexico, Central and South America, parts of West Africa, and numerous Caribbean islands.
During his life as a artist, he has developed and refined a unique style of capturing the world around him through as many mediums as time has allowed.
Wayne taps into his own spiritual creativity to bring to light his landscapes, dreamscapes and portraits of everyday life.
His mastery in watercolor, acrylic, oil, graphite, colored pencil and pastels allows the use of each medium to be carefully chosen for each particular piece.
The imaginative techniques the artist employs allow the art patron to travel into the world of Wayne Scherer and feel the life beat of each culture.
South American, Africa, Central America and the Caribbean spring to life under the careful touch of an artist who, at the time of his induction, was the youngest member ever to be invited to join the prestigious La Jolla Art Association.
Now dividing his time between La Paz and Cabo San Lucas on the Baja California Peninsula, and Point Loma in San Diego, Wayne also works in three-dimensional art in wood, coral, and clay.
Most of his works are in the 18" x 24" range and none are more than 24" x 36"
Wayne Scherer Collections
The African Period was inspired by Wayne's travels aboard a fishing boat off the west coast of Africa.
Wayne's first job was working aboard a fishing boat out of San Diego.
His journey took him through the Panama Canal and across the Atlantic to Africa where he spent long months fishing along the West African coastline.
The work was hard but Wayne had the chance to go into the nearby villages and communities while his boat docked for re-supplies.
While in Africa, Wayne was astonished by the vitality of the African people and was eventually able to capture this magic in numerous mediums.
He started in Honduras and worked his way down to the southern countries in South America.
The cultural diversity Wayne found in Central and South America became a focal point for his inspiration.
What he discovered was all cultures have beauty if they are observed with a passion for life.
Wayne took his own passion and distilled it into the colors and plays of light in his oils, pastels, charcoals and acrylics.
In the Central and South American period, you'll find quaint villages, a lonely fishermen, a Colombian house beside a river and a sad, beautiful woman attending her private function.
It was inevitable that he would eventually be captivated by the energy of the Caribbean.
In this series of work, Wayne's art brings us so close to the feelings of the people depicted, we almost seem like we are crowding into their moment of time.
You can feel the tropical heat and sense the urgency as the Pastel Couple focuses on something happening nearby.
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by Anna Belle
She prefers the feminine pronoun when thinking about herself, even though she’s well aware that an earplug is an object without gender in English. Because the label on her cardboard package was printed in only one language, she has no way of knowing if French or Spanish, for instance, might have designated her a male, lending a phallic interpretation to her appearance, True, her pale pinkish beige tubular body, flat on one end and rounded on the other, can be categorized as lingam-like, but it is the exact scale and shape of a female nipple – the same width, and her soft, giving foam squishes down to any length. She believes she could easily serve as a faux nipple if an occasion arose for a provocative costume, either as is beneath a tee- shirt, or painted a rosier pink.
Her task in life might seem difficult to some, she thinks. Forced to squeeze into a tiny cramped space and serve as the only barrier between all of the outside and a single delicate eardrum, soaking up the noise of barking dogs, rumbling trucks, yelling children, lawnmowers, and lumber mill quality snoring, all to protect the sleep of the woman who liberated her from the plastic cage hanging in the harsh fluorescence of Rite Aid and moved her into a charming round pewter box on the night stand.
But she loves her work. She lives for night, for naps. For those hours in which she, securely nestled inside the downy shell of ear, with the thrum of blood pulsing around her, feels as if she herself is alive. Inserted into that narrow chamber, so close to the brain, it is as if she is plugged in to the midst of the gray matter itself and the blazing world created by those trillions of flickering neurons. She can see and hear and feel and taste, in her weightless, compressed little shrimp-like body, the magnificence of human dreams.
She enters worlds she never could have imagined, having been born a squirt of gel forced into a mold in a dreary gray factory then tumbled among millions of other bullets of bland beige exactly the same as herself. But at night, while her flat end rests against the cool pillowcase, her round edge is warm and alive to brilliant colors, myriad textures and patterns. Cats with coruscating green eyes and gold spotted fur, purple birds wearing elaborate earrings, pink and green flowered silks blowing in soft breezes, black rain- wet streets shimmering with rippling reflections of yellow and red. She travels at synaptic speed from moonlit interiors to sunlit glades, from dining rooms laden with food to art galleries filled with glowing glass, into whole towns, cities, down roads. She doesn’t understand much about the situations in which she finds herself, or know who the people are or what they mean, even though she sees some of them repeatedly; she recognizes the faces,
can feel the emotional reaction they engender. Some visions are stronger and more visceral than others, clearly more importance although she doesn’t know why. Occasionally there is even music, beautiful, moving, nothing like the exterior thumping bass hard rapping that she’s barely able to smother even when she tries her hardest.
At first, she tried to describe her dream travels to the other objects on the night stand. She explained that it is possible to connect to a vibrant infinite universe beyond the one they shared. She told them that, paradoxically by burrowing down and going deep inside, she traveled beyond her body, into and across a vast, limitless and ever-changing reality, one of thrilling beauty, even though she had experienced grief and anger and fear there at times. But the earplug quickly learned that the lamp and clock, which never budge from their spots, or even the pencil and spiral notebook who find themselves in different positions and sometimes leave the bedroom entirely, have no idea what she’s talking about, stare at her blankly and don’t believe her. They can not conceive of a universe beyond the white walls of the bedroom or the house. They are not even able to differentiate the view they see out the bedroom window from a flat painting on the wall, nature from artifice. They think she is some kind of kook. The lamp, with it’s heavy, dense glass base rooted by gravity said to her with condescension,
“I realize you believe that what you tell us you see is real. But it is metaphysical rubbish. I know there is no other reality outside of the one that I can see and feel on this night stand in this bedroom. For I am an object born of science, of the great Thomas Edison, not some lightweight sponge.”
Only the other earplug, her identical twin, knows the truth, but is too coated with earwax to say a word in her defense.
One evening, a bit early for bedtime, the earplug finds her self being taken from her pewter box, tossed into a pocket, then taken out and mashed into her human’s ear while loud guitars and drums wail from a stage far away. Her whole body vibrates, washed over by a tidal wave of sound that penetrates each miniscule air filled pocket, louder than anything she has yet tried to squelch. She can’t. With great effort she is only able to lower the noise a few decibels before she is taken out, in the cool fresh air of the outdoors, and dropped back inside the pocket in which she traveled. And there she finds herself (her twin has disappeared): in the dark, cradled in ribs of soft corduroy, stuck to a tattered linty shred of Kleenex, next to a yellow paper ticket stub, a paperclip, and a crumpled ball of silver gum wrapper smelling of peppermint. She doesn’t speak to them of what she knows, of what she has seen. She is a little sad, resigned, but also filled with gratitude. She believes that her life has been a blessed one. She hopes that one day she may be discovered and allowed to plug in once again. It is a kind of faith, really, her continued belief in an experience of an alternative reality, her longing for a place more varied, numinous and mysterious than anything she could have imagined. And in the meantime, each tiny cell of her foam remembers, in it’s blind, sensate way, the miraculous universe to which it was once connected.
copyright 2011 Anna Belle Kaufman
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Join us in learning how to restore spiritual health and personal power. Led by the beat of a traditional shamanic drum, enter a natural altered state of consciousness exploring hidden worlds traveled by our ancient ancestors.
Theme: In the dark and quiet night of winter we gather around the shaman’s flame to spark creativity, restoring the soul and emerging anew.
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Introductory Training Circle
In the Way of the Circlewe embody unity as we stand side by side and connect our hearts at the centre of our sacred container, the circle. We are guided on the shamanic journey by Spirit, remaining flexible, open, and aware that each circle member has important pieces to contribute.
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I took this opportunity to play around and listen to a few songs from each site that SPL has on offer. Starting with the Classical Music Library, I browsed through their catagories on offer. I scrolled through the catagories of vocal & choral, nursery rhymes - listened to "Hey Diddle Diddle". Then I moved onto the stage & screen catagory, TV music - choosing a few from "The Sword in the Stone". There was a lot of music to choose. I tried to find things that I would recognize, so after seeing something from the "Fiddler on the Roof", I tried to find the artist Topol and came up with zilch. I also played around with the sound quality, changing it from 22kbps to the higher quality of 64kbps. The sound was a bit richer on 64kbps, but you could still hear the scratches from the recordings.
Next, I moved on and listened to the African American Song. Since I'm not a big jazz fan, I didn't recognize a lot of songs in that catagory. But I moved on and tried the stage and screen catagory. The sound quality between classican music library and the African American song were similiar. To me, the choices were a bit obscure because I had never listened to a lot of the genres. I did notice that they had 4 choices under the rock genre, and I didn't recognize them; but that could be explained because the timeline only goes up to 1970.
And finally, I moved onto Smithsonian Global Sound. I found that when I clicked on a catagory selection, that I had a huge list to scroll through, page by page. That got old, so I decided to try browsing by A-Z, in the genre area. There are over 3000 songs in the children's catagory! So, I scrolled and jumped through and listened to a few. There were some titles that I hadn't seen in years (A frog went a'courtin') and some that I had never seen because they're from another country.
This could be something fun to do if you had your computer in an area where you could play the music and actually get something accomplished (chore-wise), else I would spend a lot of time making a playlist and while that played I would be playing games or doing research on the computer. I'll have to remember to tell my husband about this feature, he's the one who listens to a variety of music.
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You learned yesterday that the Japanese consider paper cranes to be lucky. In The Paper Crane, Molly Bang tells a wonderful story a one family who experiences the luck of a paper crane.
The family’s once successful restaurant is not doing well. A highway has been built very near the restaurant and now cars just drive by. People don’t come in to eat anymore. One day a stranger comes in and the restaurant owner serves him a meal. To repay the owner for his kindness, the stranger folds a paper crane out of a napkin. When the crane comes to life the restaurant is suddenly very popular. Everyone wants to see the paper crane that has come to life!
The illustrations are perfect for the book. Molly Bang created paper collages and then photographed them. These images became the illustrations.
I hope you enjoy this picture book as much as I do!
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- Elena Sala Di Felice
(b Venice, Dec 11, 1668; d Venice, Nov 11, 1750). Italian poet, librettist, scholar and antiquarian. He was educated by the Somaschi fathers in the Venetian classical tradition, but was also familiar with the empiricism of Galileo and with rationalism. In 1691 he founded the Accademia degli Animosi, where he became prominent at a very young age as a poet in the late-Baroque mould. Like the more famous Accademia degli Animosi it had as its aim the restoration of Arcadian ‘good taste’. Zeno took part in the debate between G.G. Orsi and Bouhours, defending in a letter to Orsi of 29 October 1706 certain verses of Tasso's Gerusalemme liberata against the accusation by the Frenchman that they were artificially refined. With Scipione Maffei, Antonio Vallisnieri and his brother Pier Caterino Zeno he founded the Giornale de' letterati d'Italia (Verona, 1710). He was the chief editor between 1710...
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