Tuesday, June 30, 2009
NYC Restaurant Week
NYC Restaurant Week
NYC Summer Restaurant Week will run July 12-31, 2009 (excludes Saturdays)
http://nycgo.com/restaurantweek
NYC Summer Restaurant Week will run July 12-31, 2009 (excludes Saturdays)
http://nycgo.com/restaurantweek
DJ SPINNA AND MJ
Thursday July 2, 2009
* JOURNEY *
INTO MICHAEL JACKSON's MUSICAL LEGACY
W/ DJ SPINNA
SPECIAL EXTENDED MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE!
@ SANTOS
96 Lafayette Street (btwn Walker & White Streets) DOWNSTAIRS - NYC 10013
DOORS 10PM-4AM / Admission FREE Before Midnight - $10 After / 21 & Over- ID Required
*JOURNEY* Every Thursday @ Santos Party House
Directions To Santos
A, C, E, J, M, Z, or # 6 Trains To Canal Street)
Or mapquest.com for Driving Directions
Monday, June 29, 2009
Human Nature
"Human Nature" was written by Steve Porcaro of Toto and John Bettis for Michael Jackson's Thriller album. Initially, Porcaro recorded a rough demo of the song on a cassette.[1] Fellow Toto band member David Paich then gave the demo, along with two songs written by Paich, to producer Quincy Jones, hoping they would be included on Thriller.[1] Jones didn't like Paich's songs, but enjoyed the rough demo of "Human Nature" at the end of the cassette.[1] Jones explained, "All of a sudden, at the end, there was all this silence, there was: 'why, why, dah dah da-dum dah dah, why, why'. Just a dummy lyric and a very skeletal thing—I get goosebumps talking about it. I said, 'This is where we wanna go, because it's got such a wonderful flavour'".[2] The producer asked if the song could be included on Jackson's album, to which Porcaro and Bettis agreed.[1] "Human Nature" was the last song selected for Thriller, ousting "Carousel" from the final track listing.
He is out of our lives
She's out of My Life
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
"She's Out of My Life" is a song that became famous as the fourth single to be released by singer Michael Jackson from his successful Off the Wall album in 1980. It was the first time a solo artist achieved four top ten hits from one album. Unlike the previous singles, which were all dance-oriented funk/disco songs, this song was an emotional ballad. Jackson's vocals on this record were judged some of his best. The song was written by Tom Bahler after Karen Carpenter broke up with him upon discovering he had fathered a child with another woman.[1] The song has been covered numerous times by many artists including Patti LaBelle, Ginuwine, 98 Degrees, Barbara Mandrell, Willie Nelson, and Josh Groban.
A crucial moment in the song occurs near its end when Jackson begins to break down in tears as he sings the word "life". The song remained in Jackson's live set for many years as a result of its popularity. Jackson tried many takes of the last few minutes of the song, but always ended the same way – breaking down in tears. Producer Quincy Jones let him record it that way:
She's Out of My Life I'd been carrying around for about three years, - you can feel the pain in it you know. And I held on to it and finally something said 'this is the right moment to give it to Michael'.
And when we recorded it with Michael I know it was an experience he'd never even thought about to sing in a song, cause it's a very mature emotion. And, - he cried at the end of every take, you know. We recorded about, I don't know, 8-11 takes, and everyone, at the end he just cried, and I said 'hey - that's supposed to be, leave it on there.'
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
"She's Out of My Life" is a song that became famous as the fourth single to be released by singer Michael Jackson from his successful Off the Wall album in 1980. It was the first time a solo artist achieved four top ten hits from one album. Unlike the previous singles, which were all dance-oriented funk/disco songs, this song was an emotional ballad. Jackson's vocals on this record were judged some of his best. The song was written by Tom Bahler after Karen Carpenter broke up with him upon discovering he had fathered a child with another woman.[1] The song has been covered numerous times by many artists including Patti LaBelle, Ginuwine, 98 Degrees, Barbara Mandrell, Willie Nelson, and Josh Groban.
A crucial moment in the song occurs near its end when Jackson begins to break down in tears as he sings the word "life". The song remained in Jackson's live set for many years as a result of its popularity. Jackson tried many takes of the last few minutes of the song, but always ended the same way – breaking down in tears. Producer Quincy Jones let him record it that way:
She's Out of My Life I'd been carrying around for about three years, - you can feel the pain in it you know. And I held on to it and finally something said 'this is the right moment to give it to Michael'.
And when we recorded it with Michael I know it was an experience he'd never even thought about to sing in a song, cause it's a very mature emotion. And, - he cried at the end of every take, you know. We recorded about, I don't know, 8-11 takes, and everyone, at the end he just cried, and I said 'hey - that's supposed to be, leave it on there.'
BAD THE LONG VERSION - MJ REPS BK
Directed by Martin Scorsese
Via Wikipedia
The full music video for "Bad" is an 18-minute short film written by novelist and screenwriter Richard Price and based on the case of Edmund Perry. The video was directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Michael Jackson. Jackson portrays a boy named Daryl who has just completed a successful term at an expensive private school. He returns to the city by subway, arriving in a derelict neighborhood.
Daryl arrives to find his house empty (his mother is played by Roberta Flack, albeit in voiceover), but is greeted by his old friends, led by Mini Max (an emerging Wesley Snipes) and spends an evening with them. At first relations are friendly, if slightly awkward, but the situation deteriorates once the rest of the gang realize how much Daryl has changed, and in particular how uncomfortable he has become with their tendencies towards petty crime. In an attempt to show his friends he is still "bad", Daryl takes the gang to a subway station (The Hoyt Schermerhorn Station in Brooklyn) where he attempts to mug an elderly man but bails out at the last minute. Mini Max berates Daryl and tells him that he's no longer bad.
After more abuse from Mini Max, the video jumps from black and white to color and Daryl, now dressed head to foot in leather and joined by a crowd of dancing punks, sings "Bad" (it is at this point that the edited video generally begins when played on television). His insistence that Max is headed for a fall are nearly Daryl's undoing, but eventually his friend accepts that "that's the way it goes down", and, after a final handshake, heads off leaving Daryl. The scene shifts back to black and white as Daryl, alone and back in his tracksuit, watching them leave.
Via Wikipedia
The full music video for "Bad" is an 18-minute short film written by novelist and screenwriter Richard Price and based on the case of Edmund Perry. The video was directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Michael Jackson. Jackson portrays a boy named Daryl who has just completed a successful term at an expensive private school. He returns to the city by subway, arriving in a derelict neighborhood.
Daryl arrives to find his house empty (his mother is played by Roberta Flack, albeit in voiceover), but is greeted by his old friends, led by Mini Max (an emerging Wesley Snipes) and spends an evening with them. At first relations are friendly, if slightly awkward, but the situation deteriorates once the rest of the gang realize how much Daryl has changed, and in particular how uncomfortable he has become with their tendencies towards petty crime. In an attempt to show his friends he is still "bad", Daryl takes the gang to a subway station (The Hoyt Schermerhorn Station in Brooklyn) where he attempts to mug an elderly man but bails out at the last minute. Mini Max berates Daryl and tells him that he's no longer bad.
After more abuse from Mini Max, the video jumps from black and white to color and Daryl, now dressed head to foot in leather and joined by a crowd of dancing punks, sings "Bad" (it is at this point that the edited video generally begins when played on television). His insistence that Max is headed for a fall are nearly Daryl's undoing, but eventually his friend accepts that "that's the way it goes down", and, after a final handshake, heads off leaving Daryl. The scene shifts back to black and white as Daryl, alone and back in his tracksuit, watching them leave.
What was this really about?
Me and G were watching the MJ VH1 Classic Tribute and talking on BBM...We wondered which videos they would play. The definitely played all the his great jams but as we were messaging each other she asked me "what happened to that eddie murphy". I immediately broke into (LOL). This video is comedy gold but I am not sure that it was mean to be funny at all. I wonder how much Eddie had to break Michael off to get him to do this video.
Here's my MJ Tribute: Laughter
Here's my MJ Tribute: Laughter
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009
MJ
Last night my lady and I were so shocked about the news of Mike's passing. We decided to walk over to the one place where we know we could be around OUR people and really feel Michael. The Apollo Theater was the place to be last night. It was a celebration of his life. The people were dancing and singing in the streets. I am still sad. I have not still felt it 100% and I think it will come and it will be with a stream of tears. It was nice to be with someone to share my pain.
All day long I will play the music of Michael Jackson.
Although I was never able to see him in concert my parents told me stories about seeing him @ the famed Apollo Theater when he was apart of the Jackson 5.
Listening to "wanna be startin something" and his lyrics are so true to the community today
"If ya can't feed a baby, then don't have a baby"
Now everybody sing it with me
"Lift Your Head Up High
And Scream Out To The World
I Know I Am Someone
And Let The Truth Unfurl
No One Can Hurt You Now
Because You Know What's True
Yes, I Believe In Me
So You Believe In You
Help Me Sing It,
Ma Ma Se,Ma Ma Sa, Ma Ma Coo Sa
Ma Ma Se, Ma Ma Sa,Ma Ma Coo Sa
Thursday, June 25, 2009
YOU WILL BE MISSED
I have so many fond memories of Michael Jackson. He really did touch my soul with his music. My lady loves his music from top to bottom. She put me onto so many MJ songs I have never heard and quickly fell in love with. I know he was a celebrity but I really feel like he was our KING. No matter what he thought or each time he would do something to his face or hair or whatever he was still MJ! MJ we will miss you but your music will live on FOREVER!
SOME OF MY FAVORITES:
SOME OF MY FAVORITES:
RIP FARRAH FAWCETT
Via her business partner's Blog"
I am sorry to say our Farrah has passed to a better place and left the pain and confines of her bed behind. She is free to be the woman we all knew and loved. So Few have touched so many. You all keep Fighting the Fight."
(CNN)
Fawcett, who checked into a Los Angeles, California, hospital in early April, had been battling anal cancer on and off for three years.
Ryan O'Neal, Fawcett's romantic partner since the mid-1980s, recently told People magazine that the sex symbol was declining.
"She stays in bed now. The doctors see that she is comfortable. Farrah is on IVs, but some of that is for nourishment. The treatment has pretty much ended," he said in a story posted May 7.
Fawcett's cancer journey has been documented in a television special partly shot by the actress. Fawcett began shooting "Farrah's Story," by taking a camera to a doctor's appointment. Eventually, the film expanded to include trips overseas in hopes of treating the cancer.
The documentary aired on NBC on May 15.
I am sorry to say our Farrah has passed to a better place and left the pain and confines of her bed behind. She is free to be the woman we all knew and loved. So Few have touched so many. You all keep Fighting the Fight."
(CNN)
Fawcett, who checked into a Los Angeles, California, hospital in early April, had been battling anal cancer on and off for three years.
Ryan O'Neal, Fawcett's romantic partner since the mid-1980s, recently told People magazine that the sex symbol was declining.
"She stays in bed now. The doctors see that she is comfortable. Farrah is on IVs, but some of that is for nourishment. The treatment has pretty much ended," he said in a story posted May 7.
Fawcett's cancer journey has been documented in a television special partly shot by the actress. Fawcett began shooting "Farrah's Story," by taking a camera to a doctor's appointment. Eventually, the film expanded to include trips overseas in hopes of treating the cancer.
The documentary aired on NBC on May 15.
Fawcett's beauty -- her gleaming smile was printed on millions of posters -- initially made her famous. But she later established herself as a serious actress. She starred as a battered wife in the 1984 TV movie "The Burning Bed." She appeared on stage as a woman who extracts vengeance from a would-be rapist in William Mastrosimone's play "Extremities." Watch Fawcett accept her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame »
She reprised the "Extremities" role on film in 1986. Other Fawcett films include "Logan's Run" (1976), "Saturn 3" (1980), "The Cannonball Run" (1981), "The Apostle" (1997) and the Robert Altman-directed "Dr. T and the Women" (2000).
To many, Fawcett will always be best known for her red-swimsuited image on the pinup poster, which sold a reputed 12 million copies after its release in 1976.
To many, Fawcett will always be best known for her red-swimsuited image on the pinup poster, which sold a reputed 12 million copies after its release in 1976.
Fawcett was a model best known for bit parts, commercials and as "Six Million Dollar Man" actor Lee Majors' wife when she shot the poster in early 1976 at the behest of Pro Arts, a Cleveland, Ohio, company.
Photographer Bruce McBroom placed Fawcett -- then known as Farrah Fawcett-Majors -- in the Indian blanket-draped front seat of his 1937 Chevy and snapped away. Fawcett did her own hair -- a long, tousled cascade of blonde locks -- picked out the red bathing suit and chose the frame later used for the poster, according to a story in the Toronto Star.
The poster, with Fawcett's million-dollar smile front and center, became a sensation.
Soon after the photo shoot, Fawcett was asked to join the cast of a new Aaron Spelling TV show, "Charlie's Angels," about a trio of female detectives who work for a mysterious man named Charlie, whose only appearance in the show was through his voice (supplied by John Forsythe). Watch Fawcett talk about why she left "Angels" »
Fawcett, who played Jill Munroe, was the last to be cast. Co-star Kate Jackson was the known name at the time, but thanks to her poster, Fawcett became the breakout star.
Soon after the photo shoot, Fawcett was asked to join the cast of a new Aaron Spelling TV show, "Charlie's Angels," about a trio of female detectives who work for a mysterious man named Charlie, whose only appearance in the show was through his voice (supplied by John Forsythe). Watch Fawcett talk about why she left "Angels" »
Fawcett, who played Jill Munroe, was the last to be cast. Co-star Kate Jackson was the known name at the time, but thanks to her poster, Fawcett became the breakout star.
The highly rated TV series kicked off what came to be known as "jiggle TV," series full of pretty actresses who appeared in bikinis at the drop of a hat.
"Denunciations of 'massage parlor television' and 'voyeurism' only brought more viewers to the screen, to see what the controversy was about," wrote Tim Brooks and Earle Marsh about "Charlie's Angels" in their indispensable reference, "The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows."
"Denunciations of 'massage parlor television' and 'voyeurism' only brought more viewers to the screen, to see what the controversy was about," wrote Tim Brooks and Earle Marsh about "Charlie's Angels" in their indispensable reference, "The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows."
ABC's "Three's Company" and CBS's "The American Girls" were among the shows that immediately followed, and shows such as "Baywatch" owe "Charlie's Angels" a debt.
But Fawcett didn't stay with "Angels" long. At the end of the first season, unhappy with her contract, she left the show and was replaced by Cheryl Ladd.
Fawcett's career stagnated for a time after "Charlie's Angels." She appeared in a handful of forgettable films and divorced Majors.
But Fawcett didn't stay with "Angels" long. At the end of the first season, unhappy with her contract, she left the show and was replaced by Cheryl Ladd.
Fawcett's career stagnated for a time after "Charlie's Angels." She appeared in a handful of forgettable films and divorced Majors.
But her career received a major boost with her starring role in "The Burning Bed," a 1984 TV movie co-starring Paul Le Mat. Fawcett played an abused wife who sets fire to her husband's bed as he lies sleeping. Fawcett received an Emmy nomination for her performance.
Fawcett also became romantically involved with O'Neal around this time. The pair had a son, Redmond, in 1985.
Fawcett also became romantically involved with O'Neal around this time. The pair had a son, Redmond, in 1985.
In recent years, Fawcett has appeared sporadically in the public eye. She posed nude for Playboy in 1995. In 1997, she appeared on "The Late Show with David Letterman," an interview that became notorious for Fawcett's apparent incoherence. She later said she was just having fun with Letterman.
She reunited with her "Charlie's Angels" co-stars, Jackson and Jaclyn Smith, for an awards show in 2006.
She reunited with her "Charlie's Angels" co-stars, Jackson and Jaclyn Smith, for an awards show in 2006.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
MUST SEE MOVIE
In Food, Inc., filmmaker Robert Kenner lifts the veil on our nation's food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that has been hidden from the American consumer with the consent of our government's regulatory agencies, USDA and FDA. Our nation's food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. We have bigger-breasted chickens, the perfect pork chop, herbicide-resistant soybean seeds, even tomatoes that won't go bad, but we also have new strains of E. coli—the harmful bacteria that causes illness for an estimated 73,000 Americans annually. We are riddled with widespread obesity, particularly among children, and an epidemic level of diabetes among adults.
Featuring interviews with such experts as Eric Schlosser (Fast Food Nation), Michael Pollan (The Omnivore's Dilemma, In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto) along with forward thinking social entrepreneurs like Stonyfield's Gary Hirshberg and Polyface Farms' Joel Salatin, Food, Inc. reveals surprising—and often shocking truths—about what we eat, how it's produced, who we have become as a nation and where we are going from here.
Monday, June 22, 2009
WOKE UP THIS MORNING WITH THIS SONG IN MY HEAD
Yeah, (sunrise) there's a new sun risin'
(In your eyes) I can see a new horizon
(Realize) that will keep me realizin'
You're the biggest part of me
(Stay the night) need your lovin' here beside me
(Shine the light) need you close enough to guide me
(All my life) I've been hopin' you would find me
You're the biggest part of me
Well, make a wish baby
Well and I will make it come true
Make a list baby
Of the things I'll do for you
Ain't no risk now
In lettin' my love rain down on you
So we can wash away the past
So that we may start anew
(Rainbow) risin' up on my shoulders
(Love flows) gettin' better as we're older
(All I know) all I wanna do is hold her
She's the life that breathes in me
(Forever) got a feelin' that forever
(Together) we are gonna stay together
(For better) for me there's nothin' better
You're the biggest part of me
(Well) make a wish, baby
(Wishin' it will come) true
Make a list, baby
(Make a list)
Of the things I'll do for you
(Ain't no risk now)
In lettin' my love rain down on you
So we can wash away the past
So that we may start anew
[Instrumental Interlude]
(Well) make a wish, baby
(Wishin' it will come) true
Make a list, baby
(Make a list)
Of the things I'll do for you
(Ain't no risk now)
Let my love rain down on you
So we can wash away the past
So that we may start anew
Yeah, yeah, yeah
(Beside me) need your lovin' here beside me
(To guide me) keep it close enough to guide me
(Inside of me) from the fears that are inside of me
You're the biggest part of me
(Forever) got a feelin' that forever
(Together) we are gonna stay together
(Forever) from now until forever
You're the biggest part of me
You're the life that breathes in me
You're the biggest part of me
(In your eyes) I can see a new horizon
(Realize) that will keep me realizin'
You're the biggest part of me
(Stay the night) need your lovin' here beside me
(Shine the light) need you close enough to guide me
(All my life) I've been hopin' you would find me
You're the biggest part of me
Well, make a wish baby
Well and I will make it come true
Make a list baby
Of the things I'll do for you
Ain't no risk now
In lettin' my love rain down on you
So we can wash away the past
So that we may start anew
(Rainbow) risin' up on my shoulders
(Love flows) gettin' better as we're older
(All I know) all I wanna do is hold her
She's the life that breathes in me
(Forever) got a feelin' that forever
(Together) we are gonna stay together
(For better) for me there's nothin' better
You're the biggest part of me
(Well) make a wish, baby
(Wishin' it will come) true
Make a list, baby
(Make a list)
Of the things I'll do for you
(Ain't no risk now)
In lettin' my love rain down on you
So we can wash away the past
So that we may start anew
[Instrumental Interlude]
(Well) make a wish, baby
(Wishin' it will come) true
Make a list, baby
(Make a list)
Of the things I'll do for you
(Ain't no risk now)
Let my love rain down on you
So we can wash away the past
So that we may start anew
Yeah, yeah, yeah
(Beside me) need your lovin' here beside me
(To guide me) keep it close enough to guide me
(Inside of me) from the fears that are inside of me
You're the biggest part of me
(Forever) got a feelin' that forever
(Together) we are gonna stay together
(Forever) from now until forever
You're the biggest part of me
You're the life that breathes in me
You're the biggest part of me
Sunday, June 21, 2009
I WISH I WAS IN THIS CHOIR PS22
Came across this on Mr. Wade's Facebook Page. These kids seem like they are having fun and they sound great.
GAGA needs to have these kids on tour:
CROWDED HOUSE
Check out their blog with the rest of greatest hits
http://ps22chorus.blogspot.com/
GAGA needs to have these kids on tour:
CROWDED HOUSE
Check out their blog with the rest of greatest hits
http://ps22chorus.blogspot.com/
Friday, June 19, 2009
BARACK CAN DO IT ALL
Not only can my president run the most powerful country in the world but the brother can swat flies Mr. miyagi style! And he doesn't even need chopsticks!
MIYAGI VS. OBAMA
MIYAGI VS. OBAMA
BELEZA NYC
Hi Everyone! There's open bar for an hour to celebrate the launch of our new website belezanyc.com
http://belezanyc.com/
Come check out NYC's #1 Party. Come through. No hassles, No Attitudes at the door. Great Music, Beautiful people, and Great Fun!!
Come Thru~
Saturday, JUNE 20th
10:00PM - 4AM
DROM
85 Avenue A (b/w 5th & 6th)
New York, NY
COME EARLY FOR OPEN BAR 10-11 PM
as a THANK YOU to ALL of our supporters and to celebrate the launch of BELEZANYC.COM!
LIVE BRAZILIAN band: MISTURA PERFEITA & CESAR SAVEIRO DJ CATO'S spinning Samba, Broken Beat, Soulful house, Afro Brazilian, Axe, Salsa and Forro
&
Guest DJ SABO (Turntable Lab, Sol*Selectas)
AFRICAN DRUMMING BY
MANGUE SYLLA KANKOURA
DRUMMERS & DRUMMER & DANCE
"DRINKS SPECIALS provided by SAGATIBA and PATRON XO all night"
COVER: $10 ALL NIGHT
21+
music: World Grooves, Brazilian
Contact Email: info@belezanyc.com
http://belezanyc.com/
Come check out NYC's #1 Party. Come through. No hassles, No Attitudes at the door. Great Music, Beautiful people, and Great Fun!!
Come Thru~
Saturday, JUNE 20th
10:00PM - 4AM
DROM
85 Avenue A (b/w 5th & 6th)
New York, NY
COME EARLY FOR OPEN BAR 10-11 PM
as a THANK YOU to ALL of our supporters and to celebrate the launch of BELEZANYC.COM
LIVE BRAZILIAN band: MISTURA PERFEITA & CESAR SAVEIRO DJ CATO'S spinning Samba, Broken Beat, Soulful house, Afro Brazilian, Axe, Salsa and Forro
&
Guest DJ SABO (Turntable Lab, Sol*Selectas)
AFRICAN DRUMMING BY
MANGUE SYLLA KANKOURA
DRUMMERS & DRUMMER & DANCE
"DRINKS SPECIALS provided by SAGATIBA and PATRON XO all night"
COVER: $10 ALL NIGHT
21+
music: World Grooves, Brazilian
Contact Email: info@belezanyc.com
METS AND THE MOVIES
Special thanks to "Jenny from Queens" for inviting me to the Met game at the movies. The NY METS and the Zeigfeld theatre teamed up to bring the mets while they are struggling on the road right to NYC. The game is broadcasted live to the big screen and it is hosted by the METS public address announcer.
It was fun! Its just like going to the game. 7th inning stretch, t shirt throwing, ticket giveaways, etc.
Best part about it is that there are no commercials shown and everyone just seems to be having so much fun. I would definitely recommend it to a true MET fan.
FYI it is the 40th Anniverssary of the METS winning their 1st World Series. As a suprise to the fans Bud Harrelson and Ed Kranepool were in attendence. That was really great!
LETS GO METS!
Thursday, June 18, 2009
NYC PLEASE STOP RAINING
WHAT'S ON YOUR PLATE?
What's On Your Plate?
Part of BAMcinemaFEST
Sat, Jun 27 at 9pm*
*Free, outdoor screening in Fort Greene Park. Q&A with director Catherine Gund
Directed by Catherine Gund
With Sadie Hope-Gund, Safiyah Riddle
2009, 73min
You’ve read Omnivore's Dilemma and Fast Food Nation and you try to buy local and organic produce at your neighborhood farmer's market. But do you really know how what you're eating ended up on your table? Through the eyes of two intelligent and inquisitive eleven-year-old girls from New York City, we follow the many paths, the conflicting economics, and the disparate decision makers who all play a part in what we eat. Ideal for families to watch together, the film presents a variety of perspectives on how food reaches our urban community and its associated challenges. Presented in conjunction with The Afro-Punk Festival, July 3—8.
Part of BAMcinemaFEST
Sat, Jun 27 at 9pm*
*Free, outdoor screening in Fort Greene Park. Q&A with director Catherine Gund
Directed by Catherine Gund
With Sadie Hope-Gund, Safiyah Riddle
2009, 73min
You’ve read Omnivore's Dilemma and Fast Food Nation and you try to buy local and organic produce at your neighborhood farmer's market. But do you really know how what you're eating ended up on your table? Through the eyes of two intelligent and inquisitive eleven-year-old girls from New York City, we follow the many paths, the conflicting economics, and the disparate decision makers who all play a part in what we eat. Ideal for families to watch together, the film presents a variety of perspectives on how food reaches our urban community and its associated challenges. Presented in conjunction with The Afro-Punk Festival, July 3—8.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
TATTOO'S GONE WRONG
Here are the juicy details of this retardness:
This is really funny and depressing at the same time.
From D Listed:
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
ALBERT
Al Roker getting all his frustrations out on these idiots. I swear these people do a great job. I am talking about them and I am sure that is what they want and I am playing right into their hands. Glad Al had some BALLS to check them on some things. YES BROTHER AL!
Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy
ROLL OUT
WHOLE FOODS WHEAT PIZZA DOUGH, GRILLED ONIONS, SPINACH, MUSHROOMS, RED PEPPER, PESTO, AND MOZZARELLA. GOOD TIMES IN OUR BELLIES.
Monday, June 15, 2009
"IN LA WHERE THEY RIOT NOT RALLY"
This is a damn shame. As a sneaker lover I am saddened for this shop owner. These guys will be in CB-4 soon.
http://nicekicks.com/2009/06/exclusive-interview-with-looted-shop-holy-grail/
http://nicekicks.com/2009/06/exclusive-interview-with-looted-shop-holy-grail/
WHAM WAS THE SHIZZZ
Every time I hear these songs I can't help but think. Man those boys can sure write a tune: Though the majority of the hits were written solely but George Michael . Those boys could sure write some hits and at such a young age. Anyway, and yes I was the last one to get the memo that George played for the other team. Not sure why the "WAKE ME UP BEFORE YOU GO GO" didn't smack me in the face with a big Gay mickey mouse hand! Hello! Anyway, enjoy!!
Convenience Store, Supermarket Jams
Have you ever been in a convenience store and a song you have not heard in years comes on and you have to yourself "let me walk in the aisles looking at the magazines just so you can listen to the entire song. These songs are on the lighter side and most people do not know the artist or name of the song but they can sing every word. Don't you hate it when its coming to your favorite part of the song and you hear "Susie I need an approval or I need a manager in produce" How rude! Anyway this Spotlight is on:
From Stephen Bishop's Website:
At the age of thirteen, Stephen Bishop found himself at a crossroads. A clarinetist with hopes of becoming a History teacher, he was forever changed after watching the Beatles one night on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” He convinced his brother to buy him an electric guitar. He bought a “Mel Bay” chordbook and began to learn to play guitar and make up chords as well, writing his first song,”Surf’s Turf..” a pathetic sounding instrumental. He formed a band called, “The Weeds” and began to play at local fraternity parties incorporating his own original songs with various songs from top 40...
The Weeds won 2nd place at the Claremont Battle of the Bands, prompting one of the judges to explain that “Stephen Bishop is going to be a big songwriter someday!” Determined to fulfill that prophesy, Stephen made the trip to Los Angeles. He walked the streets with his $12 acoustic guitar, playing songs for various publishers in Hollywood... eventually landing a publishing deal at $50 a week for E.H.Morris Publishing. One of his songs was recorded only to be followed by a long wait...many years went by. At one point, Stephen considered leaving L.A. to return home and work for his Dad’s Insurance company. Through a good friend, Art Garfunkel heard some of his new songs and recorded two of them on his Gold recording, “Breakaway.”
He started playing around town singing his songs in person for artists like,“Barbra Streisand...Bette Midler..Diana Ross...Michelle Phillips...” Shortly thereafter, he was signed to ABC Records who released his first album, “Careless.” His two hits from that album were,”Save It For a Rainy Day,” and “On and On..” Soon the album went gold, as well as his next album, Bish.
He sang the hit theme, “It Might Be You,” from the movie, “Tootsie,” as well as writing and/or singing 13 other films including, “Animal House,” and “Separate Lives..” from “White Nights.” His songs have been sung by artists such as: Phil Collins, Eric Clapton, Barbra Streisand, Art Garfunkel, Steve Perry, Stephanie Mills, Kenny Loggins, Johnny Mathis, Phoebe Snow, David
Crosby, The Four Tops, Aswad and Pavarotti.
Stephen has been nominated for a two Grammy’s and an Oscar nomination for his song, “Separate Lives”. His last CD was entitled, “Blue Guitars..” His newest album is an acoustic guitar and vocal solo album called, "YARDWORK." MCA recently released a hit compilation in the Millennium series that is currently out in the stores...
This is kinda Loud: On and On
From Stephen Bishop's Website:
At the age of thirteen, Stephen Bishop found himself at a crossroads. A clarinetist with hopes of becoming a History teacher, he was forever changed after watching the Beatles one night on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” He convinced his brother to buy him an electric guitar. He bought a “Mel Bay” chordbook and began to learn to play guitar and make up chords as well, writing his first song,”Surf’s Turf..” a pathetic sounding instrumental. He formed a band called, “The Weeds” and began to play at local fraternity parties incorporating his own original songs with various songs from top 40...
The Weeds won 2nd place at the Claremont Battle of the Bands, prompting one of the judges to explain that “Stephen Bishop is going to be a big songwriter someday!” Determined to fulfill that prophesy, Stephen made the trip to Los Angeles. He walked the streets with his $12 acoustic guitar, playing songs for various publishers in Hollywood... eventually landing a publishing deal at $50 a week for E.H.Morris Publishing. One of his songs was recorded only to be followed by a long wait...many years went by. At one point, Stephen considered leaving L.A. to return home and work for his Dad’s Insurance company. Through a good friend, Art Garfunkel heard some of his new songs and recorded two of them on his Gold recording, “Breakaway.”
He started playing around town singing his songs in person for artists like,“Barbra Streisand...Bette Midler..Diana Ross...Michelle Phillips...” Shortly thereafter, he was signed to ABC Records who released his first album, “Careless.” His two hits from that album were,”Save It For a Rainy Day,” and “On and On..” Soon the album went gold, as well as his next album, Bish.
He sang the hit theme, “It Might Be You,” from the movie, “Tootsie,” as well as writing and/or singing 13 other films including, “Animal House,” and “Separate Lives..” from “White Nights.” His songs have been sung by artists such as: Phil Collins, Eric Clapton, Barbra Streisand, Art Garfunkel, Steve Perry, Stephanie Mills, Kenny Loggins, Johnny Mathis, Phoebe Snow, David
Crosby, The Four Tops, Aswad and Pavarotti.
Stephen has been nominated for a two Grammy’s and an Oscar nomination for his song, “Separate Lives”. His last CD was entitled, “Blue Guitars..” His newest album is an acoustic guitar and vocal solo album called, "YARDWORK." MCA recently released a hit compilation in the Millennium series that is currently out in the stores...
This is kinda Loud: On and On
WE MISS YOU RELL
One of the many things my crazy mind thinks about: What happened to Rell
wikipedia: 'Rell was the first male R&B singer signed to Roc-A-Fella Records. He appeared in Jay-Z's movie, "Streets Is Watching." While at Roc-A-Fella, he recorded with artists such as Kanye West, Jay-Z, Consequence, Young Gunz and others. He grew up in Bowman, South Carolina. He is a former South Carolina State pre-med student. As the first male R&B solo artist signed to Roc-a-Fella Records, Rell got his first break in 1998, appearing in Jay-Z's rap cult flick Streets Is Watching, and contributing the feel-good club banger Love For Free to the movie's soundtrack. Going on to sing hooks for nearly every Roc-a-Fella MC since, including Jay-Z's It's Obvious and Freeway's Victim Of The Ghetto, and appearing on The Message featuring Mary J. Blige from Dr. Dre's classic Chronic 2001.
Not so washed up: (Here I Stand) written By (Rell) The Former Rocafella R&B Singer...So at least he has some checks still coming in.
wikipedia: 'Rell was the first male R&B singer signed to Roc-A-Fella Records. He appeared in Jay-Z's movie, "Streets Is Watching." While at Roc-A-Fella, he recorded with artists such as Kanye West, Jay-Z, Consequence, Young Gunz and others. He grew up in Bowman, South Carolina. He is a former South Carolina State pre-med student. As the first male R&B solo artist signed to Roc-a-Fella Records, Rell got his first break in 1998, appearing in Jay-Z's rap cult flick Streets Is Watching, and contributing the feel-good club banger Love For Free to the movie's soundtrack. Going on to sing hooks for nearly every Roc-a-Fella MC since, including Jay-Z's It's Obvious and Freeway's Victim Of The Ghetto, and appearing on The Message featuring Mary J. Blige from Dr. Dre's classic Chronic 2001.
Not so washed up: (Here I Stand) written By (Rell) The Former Rocafella R&B Singer...So at least he has some checks still coming in.
WE DID IT
Last night as the time was winding down it hit me. We won Dammit! My team: The Los Angeles Lakers were the World Champions. As a fan for many years I have been lucky to see many celebrations but this one is the sweetest because I was able to actually watch a game with my lady (she was there for the final few minutes....she hates sports) She watched me get all excited and had one of her typical responses to my excitement "are you really that excited" Peep Below my tribute to my team. JETS ARE NEXT KIDS!! SANCHEZ IS THE FUTURE!
Friday, June 12, 2009
EXPOSE
Back in the day I used to crush hard on these girls. To me they were so sexy and the great outfits attended to their appeal. The were "edgy" to me and even had a sensitive side. Reminds me of IROC'S, CAMARO'S AND z cavaricci's. Peep the jams below:
DEDICATED TO THE ONE I LOVE
Sometimes I wonder what I would ever do without my "CALIFORNIA GIRL"
To anyone who has a California girl. Hold on!
To anyone who has a California girl. Hold on!
Thursday, June 11, 2009
CLIPSE AND THE NEPTUNES BACK AT IT AGAIN
I'm really feeling this track. I like the simple relaxing "neptunes" track.
http://bbcicecream.com/blog/2009/06/11/clipse-feat-pharrell-im-good/
http://bbcicecream.com/blog/2009/06/11/clipse-feat-pharrell-im-good/
LAME OF ME BUT I DON'T CARE
Yeah, yeah I know I am a sucker for a love song. I have played this song about 100 times today. Its lame because the singer is 18 years old. Laugh, make fun of me but I am really feelign this track. Way to go Teyana! Oh and good job on the writing the CLUTCH (AKA KERI HILSON'S WRITING TEAM)
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
DID YOUR HIGH SCHOOL MAKE THE LIST
The complete list of the 1,500 top U.S. high schools:
Via Newsweek.com
Public schools are ranked according to a ratio devised by Jay Mathews: the number of Advanced Placement, Intl. Baccalaureate and/or Cambridge tests taken by all students at a school in 2008 divided by the number of graduating seniors. All of the schools on the list have an index of at least 1.000; they are in the top 6 percent of public schools measured this way.
If you have questions about the list, please contact challenge@washpost.com. Note: Subs. Lunch % is the percentage of students receiving federally subsidized meals. E and E % stands for equity and excellence percentage: the portion of all graduating seniors at a school that had at least one passing grade on one AP or IB test. For more information on methodology, see our FAQ; please leave your comments on the list in the comments box below.
Check the link below. Unfortunately the High School I attended did not make the list but maybe one of yours did?
http://www.newsweek.com/id/201160/?GT1=43002
Via Newsweek.com
Public schools are ranked according to a ratio devised by Jay Mathews: the number of Advanced Placement, Intl. Baccalaureate and/or Cambridge tests taken by all students at a school in 2008 divided by the number of graduating seniors. All of the schools on the list have an index of at least 1.000; they are in the top 6 percent of public schools measured this way.
If you have questions about the list, please contact challenge@washpost.com. Note: Subs. Lunch % is the percentage of students receiving federally subsidized meals. E and E % stands for equity and excellence percentage: the portion of all graduating seniors at a school that had at least one passing grade on one AP or IB test. For more information on methodology, see our FAQ; please leave your comments on the list in the comments box below.
Check the link below. Unfortunately the High School I attended did not make the list but maybe one of yours did?
http://www.newsweek.com/id/201160/?GT1=43002
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
SUMMER
Actually not my favorite season but I am in a way better mood and the summer makes me want to be out an about in the greatest city in the world. Side Note: Not a fan of the morning B.O (BODY ODOR)
Let's get ready ready for the summer ya'll.....
But you know how I do: Old to the New
Summer Madness: Kool and the Gang
Summertime: Fresh Prince
Morning Sunshine: Weldon irvine
Jay Z: Dear Summer
Let's get ready ready for the summer ya'll.....
But you know how I do: Old to the New
Summer Madness: Kool and the Gang
Summertime: Fresh Prince
Morning Sunshine: Weldon irvine
Jay Z: Dear Summer
JIMMY IS WINNING
As many of you know don't know I am a huge fan of 'Saved by the Bell'. I was one of the best shows in TV history. I mainly watched it because of Lisa Turtle.
But Jimmy Fallon did a great job on this one. This brings back so many memories of my childhood. Way to go Jimmy.
But Jimmy Fallon did a great job on this one. This brings back so many memories of my childhood. Way to go Jimmy.
Monday, June 8, 2009
I WAS THE MAN AT THE MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCES
I miss Hammer. I used to crush them in the middle of the dance floor. I rocked that running man like nobody's business. Those kids didn't know what hit them.
BREAK IT DOWN~ STOP
HAMMER TIME!
BREAK IT DOWN~ STOP
HAMMER TIME!
THE OLD LADY DOES THE BEST IMPRESSION OF BOTH SINGERS
ON MY OWN---One a side note doesn't Michael McDonald look a little Obi Wan Kenobi-ish in this video?
DEATH OF AUTOTUNE
Yea! I know I'm late on this but this has me feeling hip hop you don't stop body rock again. HOV is back and he goes in!
Friday, June 5, 2009
THIS PISSED ME OFF
Ok, if you don't want to get mad do not watch this is video. I was on mediatakeout and I usually don't watch videos on there but i said "why not" and i regret it. A guy with a camera goes around Israel and asks the locals how they feel about the President of the United States.
Truthfully I don't care about any of these people in this video but it hurts to see that people can say all of these things on camera. In closing, to the dumb "political science" major Benjamin Netanyahu is the prime minister of Israel so shut the F UP!! MORON!!
ENJOY THIS WONDERFUL UPLIFTING VIDEO.
Truthfully I don't care about any of these people in this video but it hurts to see that people can say all of these things on camera. In closing, to the dumb "political science" major Benjamin Netanyahu is the prime minister of Israel so shut the F UP!! MORON!!
ENJOY THIS WONDERFUL UPLIFTING VIDEO.
Thursday, June 4, 2009
FOOTBALL FOR GOOD
Football for Good is a non-profit social business being developed by the founders of the Steve Nash Foundation and Athletes for Africa, with the aim to bring community-centered academy football to regions that have been ravaged by war.
http://www.football-for-good.com/
http://www.football-for-good.com/
Steve Nash - 'The Player' from meathawk on Vimeo.
join the dream from meathawk on Vimeo.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Malibu Rum Commercial
Malibu Rum Commercial
SAG (Can see NON-SAG as well)
RATE: SAG Contract to be negotiated with Ad Agency
EXCLUSIVITY: World-wide in all advertising/marketing services
USAGE: Worldwide including USA National Network, internet, all media, print, personal appearances, electronic and wireless devices
Auditions: Thursday, June 4
Dates & Location: Travel to Caribbean either Antigua or Tobago, June 24 July 4
MUST BE LEGALLY 25 WITH VALID PASSPORT. Unrestricted ability to travel throughout the world.
CONTRACT ROLES to become brand characters.
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:
DJ WONDER & MC BERNHARD Age 25 35, radio DJ's. Must feel authentically Caribbean, although their accents mustn't be so strong that they become difficult to understand.
Their goal: to have people "GET YOUR ISLAND ON."
They must be positive, optimistic, cool and inspirational. Never adhering to the lazy, ganja-smoking negative stereotype of the Caribbean. They have a carefree, lighthearted spirit. A vibrant, energetic way. A great sense of humor. They come across as worldly, adventurous Caribbeans, who have traveled, maybe studied in the USA, have a global view. They develop a cult following. They rise to CELEBRITY STATUS
For Auditions Contact:
John Thomas: jtstalent@aol.com
http://www.malibu-rum.com/
SAG (Can see NON-SAG as well)
RATE: SAG Contract to be negotiated with Ad Agency
EXCLUSIVITY: World-wide in all advertising/marketing services
USAGE: Worldwide including USA National Network, internet, all media, print, personal appearances, electronic and wireless devices
Auditions: Thursday, June 4
Dates & Location: Travel to Caribbean either Antigua or Tobago, June 24 July 4
MUST BE LEGALLY 25 WITH VALID PASSPORT. Unrestricted ability to travel throughout the world.
CONTRACT ROLES to become brand characters.
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:
DJ WONDER & MC BERNHARD Age 25 35, radio DJ's. Must feel authentically Caribbean, although their accents mustn't be so strong that they become difficult to understand.
Their goal: to have people "GET YOUR ISLAND ON."
They must be positive, optimistic, cool and inspirational. Never adhering to the lazy, ganja-smoking negative stereotype of the Caribbean. They have a carefree, lighthearted spirit. A vibrant, energetic way. A great sense of humor. They come across as worldly, adventurous Caribbeans, who have traveled, maybe studied in the USA, have a global view. They develop a cult following. They rise to CELEBRITY STATUS
For Auditions Contact:
John Thomas: jtstalent@aol.com
http://www.malibu-rum.com/
BROOKLYN HIP HOP FESTIVAL 2009
THE 5th ANNUAL BROOKLYN HIP-HOP FESTIVAL TAKES PLACE JUNE 20TH 2009
12-8 PM
EMPIRE FULTON FERRY STATE PARK
DUMBO, BROOKLYN
Artists
Full lineup
Pharoahe Monch
DJ Premier
Styles P
dead prez
Smif N Wessun
Grand Puba
J Period
Torae and Marco Polo
Tiye Phoenix
Keys N Krates
DJ Parler
DJ Misbehaviour
Metermaids
hosted by Ralph McDaniels
Second Stage
Donny Goines
Nyle
Eagle Nebula
Brown Bag All Stars
Children Of The Night
..
The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival 2009 will take place on June 18th, 19th and 20th. Events include a retrospective photo exhibit of the first four years, a kick off party, Family Day, The Main Day, and the Official After Party.
This is a free event
Family Day and Main Day are June 20th at Empire Fulton Ferry State Park, 1 Main Street, in DUMBO Brooklyn from 12p.m. - 8 p.m.
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The official After Party will take place at Southpaw 125 Fifth Ave. in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Lineup TBA.
The Photo Exhibit will be held at Galapagos Art Space
16 Main Street, in DUMBO, Brooklyn
June 18th
Galapagos Art Space
Check www.brooklynbodega.com for more info.
Single Tickets for the Main Day are available for free or for a suggested donation of only $10 at brooklynbodega.com and Fat Beats New York, 406 Avenue of the Americas # 1, New York, NY 10011, and (212) 673-3883 and Halcyon, 57 Pearl St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, (718) 260-9299
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To receive free tickets you must either show up in person on site or at our retail partners
Receiving tickets via the site entail shipping and handling costs
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The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival is a celebration of Hip-Hop music and culture. Our aim is to highlight Hip-Hop’s legacy as an agent of artistic progression, community building and social change.
We do this by producing a variety of events from musical performances, Brooklyn Hip-Hop Family Day, film screenings, gallery shows and more.
In an effort to create a truly open event Brooklyn Bodega does everything in their power to keep the Festival affordable.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
LATELY CHALLENGE
In another episode of cover, sample challenge I bring you Jodeci vs. Mr. Wonder. UM, stevie you win. Nothing more to say but just in case you needed more proof. The ooo yeah killed it for me in the beginning. I dare someone to sing KC's part of this song...you'll need to get your larynx removed. Anyway, Look out below
ROOTS PICNIC
The Roots Picnic – held at the Festival Pier at Penn’s Landing on the waterfront – stars The Roots, Santigold, Kid Cudi, The Black Keys, TV on the Radio, Asher Roth and more and features a special performance by Public Enemy, performing It Takes A Nation of Millions To Hold Us Back, backed by Antibalas and The Roots.
Event Information:
Saturday, June 06, 2009
2:00 PM - 12:00 AM
All Ages
cover: TBD
music: Hip Hop
Event Information:
Saturday, June 06, 2009
2:00 PM - 12:00 AM
All Ages
cover: TBD
music: Hip Hop
SAMPLE COVER THIS BEE GEES VS FEIST
This will be the 1st installment of:
Sample/Cover Fest:
These entries will include the original tune and covered tune and sampled tune. Since there is an abscence of originality in music i figured I would teach some of the people "where does that come from"
Bee Gees are one of my favorite groups. Surprise Surprise with my penchant for sappy love music. But anyway.....I think the Brothers Gibb win hands down but Feist does do the song justice. This is what attracted me to Feist. Enjoy the vids: Also check out the homie Snoop Dogg get his Brothers Gibb thizzle on:
P.S. I would have added Total's "When Boy Meets Girl" but Diddy is c--- blocking about 90% of Bad Boy's music on the interwebs.
Sample/Cover Fest:
These entries will include the original tune and covered tune and sampled tune. Since there is an abscence of originality in music i figured I would teach some of the people "where does that come from"
Bee Gees are one of my favorite groups. Surprise Surprise with my penchant for sappy love music. But anyway.....I think the Brothers Gibb win hands down but Feist does do the song justice. This is what attracted me to Feist. Enjoy the vids: Also check out the homie Snoop Dogg get his Brothers Gibb thizzle on:
P.S. I would have added Total's "When Boy Meets Girl" but Diddy is c--- blocking about 90% of Bad Boy's music on the interwebs.
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