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.

BIG K.R.I. T. the south is alive in all of his beats.

While enjoying a wonderful celebration of the day of yesterday, i had the opportunity to experience the greatness of the southern gentleman that is Big K.R.I.T.. i loved alllllllllllll 21 tracks of his somewhat newly released mixtape, "the return of 4eva". From beginning to end, I was moved, and very crunk. Imagine a ugk feel with a nice andre 3k and david banner vibe to it. His delivery and lyricism is very straightforward, if you're from the south, this is the trunk rattlin mixtape for you. If you're not from the south, well that's just too bad, but at least you have an opportunity to hear some good wholesome southern rap music.

here are some of my favorite songs off his latest ep, "the return of 4eva"

places i've went and shit i learned

what I learned

a) is that new orleans is taking over, word to SISSY NOBBY and BIG FREEDIA
#shakeshakeshakeshakeshakeshakebootybootybootybooty


b) that accidents really happen on youtube



c) good music and good bands still exsist in houston, view adamantium- word to my skater bro juelz santana aka the real JZ. (photo below)

places i've been:

kaskade @stereo live in houston

thanks celeste and michael

to a bank where i put their camera on my camera.

wave listening at the tip of texas (it's not galveston)

NAWLINS (mardi gras 2k11)

my elementary alma mater, and where kids can listen to kanye instrumentals

it's only a matter of time before this guy makes it

Canadian band, "the weeknd" has gifted us with a new mixtape
called "house of ballons". it's a very very sensual mixtape with deep rythms and melody. sort of like an r&b portishead if you will. Either way, I heard the first song featured on their EP called "high for this" and I wanted to lock someone along with myself in a dark room and jam this while i... well you know the rest. forget listening to the "ella, ella, radio killa" nonsense and open your minds, open your hearts and embrace yourself with the weeknd. I swear you'll wanna _________ something.

having high friends in even HIGHER places

Over the past few months
I have had a friend,
who has worked harder than most.
Recognized by most,
but loved by few.
I just want her to know
that I am VERY PROUD OF YOU.

Here's her latest debut on a collaboration with Pharoahe Monch x Styles P



3:28-4:32 is ALLLLLLLLLLLLL CHARLY. No hands.