Differently-Abled Dance…

Feelin kinda Kanye-ish as  I post this(i.e. www.kanyewest.com ), but what the “heyall”, nothing wrong with that.. I dig skilled ballerinas and innovative performance…

my inspiration information…

sometimes all it takes is a couple of old videos//songs to let you know you are right where you need to be. Courtesy of my boy Lovett and his thowback thursday’s at THE SKINNY

and THIS… ahhhhhhhhhh

Revenge of the Nerds!

I’ve heard some of the best DJ sets in recent times played and supported by a group of kats that would have once been bullied and thrown in the bushes after school everyday. While some of the music is original, there are a lot of remixes to classics, and great portion of the sound is a revival and appreciation of The late 80′s early 90′s acid/ Chicago house sound.. In reference to the dancing and excitement people get from the music, I love in this old expose’ on the music scene where the old woman says, ” unless its just the music that does it”.. the music is the high! (for some of us)

In my last post I talked of this party that was happening with The xx and Vhs or Beta doing Dj sets. Well, Finger on the pulse was the DJ crew that opened this party up @ lprnyc , setting the vibe high. Next VHS or Beta kept it pumping
and took me back to a hands in the air jumping screaming good period with this tracks below.

The last set was By a member of The XX . Im really diggin them musically right now.. The DJ set was kinda all over the place and definitely changed up the vibe that was going, but I could appreciate their ear for what inspires them.
I really liked the uk two step tracks they selected.. here is an example of the work they are doing as a band.

2nd Day Play

Jan 2nd and things are looking FUN.

http://lepoissonrouge.com/events/view/813

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START THE NEW YEAR OUT RIGHT!!!!! GET SWEATY!!!!!!!!!!!!
house/global soul/dance classics by herbert+rich (aka salt n pepper) all night long!!!!!
12am to 4am – just $5 all night!!!!!!!!!!!!! – rsvp now djherbert@earthlink.net

Synchronicity Strikes Back

Im going through one of these vortex/matrix/metaphysical moments in time where everything I think seems to come to fruition instantly (maybe I should think about being a billionaire). Been thinking about a soul mate, deep lover, best friend, companion and co-pilot that I am missing and now symbols of her keep popping up. Just made me think of this…

I need http://www.lacunainc.com/

Recap—>Moving Forward

As I sit here, I am feeling guilty about not being consisant through the summer with my entries to the exchange. So much can happen in such a small amount of time. No excuses.. So, here is a photo, video, text commentary recap of the summer and some of the things I’ve been up to. in no particular order..

Forward motion…

Summer Movies Milestones:

and was suprised by a Q&A with the Director RJ Cutler and “Star” of the film Grace Coddington…

Soundtracks to the summer:

Datious “Tuac” Taylor Xiang

On the Metropolitan Ave subway stop in Williamsburg Brooklyn, I heard a very moving sound. This mans voice is one of those that you just can’t deny.
So I left the stop, didn’t get a CD or anything and couldn’t remember his name. Some time passed then I saw him again yesterday, put the name down and promised I would connect you all with this beautiful sound. Live in the acoustics of a subway platform, this voice is amazing. Careful, you might get goosebumps…

http://www.myspace.com/lenxiang

PHOSHIZZIE

PHOSURE / BAOGUETTE

PHOSURE BAOGUETTE
One of our buddies turned us on to this little west village spot. PHO SURE / BAOGUETTE
Time Out New York – Best Sandwiches
NY Press – Sandwich Smackdown! Winner!

For $5, a super delicious sandwich.

Haven’t tried the traditional Pho eats but from what we hear its the best in NY.

Neighborhood: West Village
120 Christopher Street
(between Bleecker St & Bedford St)
New York, NY 10014
(212) 929-0877

The Softer Side… Governors Island

Reporting live via the Iphone. Glad we came out here. Perfect day for this outdoor performance featuring Erykah Badu and Janelle Monae. We definitely recommend Governers island for all of you folks that want to snuggle up to a little bit of earth. It’s a great escape and just a short ride on the water taxi from South Ferry. Make the trip.

Before…

After…

Think Mad Dancin!

Get ready to dance tonight folks. Chicago’s own Julius The Mad Thinker and NYC’s Ed Dunn are responsible for some of the sweetest and sweatiest dance floor experiences I’ve seen to date. Here are some music videos of Julius’ own productions along with a mix you can download. Enjoy!
Download Mix(right click to save it to your computer)