New York L.E.S. according to Clayton

artist, gate keeper of all things cool and raw in the L.E.S. of new york, mr.clayton patterson has shared his life in the big apple with a camera lens. I stumbled on his trailer for one of his documentaries called "captured" in which gives a very real history of the neighborhood that is the lower east side of new york.

now, me living all the way down in texas and being born in the 80's doesn't give me credit to say that i know what went on in new york during that time, BUT after watching this film and interviews of mr.patterson, one can only imagine and feel what it's like to see an entire place change from decade to decade.

for all of those who don't know too much about the L.E.S. of new york city, this part of town was considered a very dangerous yet cultural enviornment where some of the greatest artists, festivals, bars, clubs and bands all came to be. Some people think that this neighborohood now has changed for the better while those still living there only reminisce of what and how the vibrant the area used to be.

i feel as if this is a common issue happening in all historic neighborhoods in the United States. if you live in one area of town that is somewhat close to a metropolitan area, you have probably seen changes in the community as well as residency.

"if it affects one of us, then it affects us all"-unknown

Lykke Li: Sadness is a Blessing video

Lykke Li - Sadness is a Blessing (Director Tarik Saleh) from Lykke Li on Vimeo.

Here's a nice gem from my favorite swedish angelic singer, Lykke Li. From her latest album "wounded rhymes",
this is one of my favorite songs off of the album. The melody just stayed in my brain.I personally like the visual for the song, you may need to watch it a few times to understand it, but I dug it tho.

Jesse Hazelip: Belle of the Brawl

If you're an artist that specializes in canvas work,
here is a very inspirational video that demonstrates the importance of
concept, idea and design. Jesse Hazelip creates an exhibition called
"the belle of the brawl". Video direction by Colin M. Day. Very moving video.
Cheers to the free-thinkers.

The Belle of the Brawl - Jesse hazelip from Colin M Day on Vimeo.

the world is theirs: Charly and Margaux fight crime thru their music.

Readers, stalkers or whomever else visits this page, I wanted to share a little project my good ol gal pal Charly is working on alongside her musical companion Margaux. It's a funding program that allows artists/businesses to get the creative endorsement they need in order to keep their music alive and goin.

Charly and Margaux are 2 female violinist who will always remain distinctive in their craft, especially in today's type of music making. (we have way too many artists, and not enough people who understand sound) Therefore I suggest you keep people like C&M in your headphones and on your ipod, ipad, mp3thingy, smartphone or what have you because they actually make music... FOR YOU.

So to know more about how you can help and support, please click and or re-post this kickstarter link to get more information: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1573960167/charly-and-margaux-present-laced?ref=users

to get more Charly Charly Charly, click here: http://charlissimo.com/
annnnd here: http://www.nobraoutlaw.com/

If not, they'll teleport to where you are, and chop you in the neck.