Monday, February 13, 2012

Most people don't know this about me but I was a huge Whitney Houston fan. More than any other famous person on earth. I was 9 when her first album appeared on LP. Not until her death on Saturday as I was taking a nap (between 3:30 & 4:30pm) that I realized her impact on my life.

The appearence of Whitney alone at age 22 on this album cover was something I've been inspired by my whole life. Her poise, grace & glamor (traits my own mother possesses) is something I aspire to (not hardly achieved) and with her amazing voice to back it up- she was the real deal. It seems odd to express this about a life of someone I've never met but that's what inspirations are.

I can listen to her voice over and over. Her beauty angelic.

Early songs & many more spoke of self love, love for others & finding the one to love. I even remember her performance in the TV movie, Cinderella, with Brandi. With more talent than many could dream, accomplishments more than most in a lifetime & natural beauty that surpasses- her years of trouble are not to overshadow.

Grief is what I feel of her loss. To see her sheer talented unmatched voice, this YouTube clip is incredible. This was Whitney Houston- her introduction to the world.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_8SguJTgHA

We Love You Whitney! THANK YOU!

Thursday, February 9, 2012

O.k., I guess black is in because the American Kennel Club/Eukanuba National Championships in London, Saturday 2/4/12, selected a Black Standard Poodle as Best In Show! (see prior post of Miss America 1/16/12)

Best In Show 2012

Then, a global show for artist, Damien Hirst, for his body of coloured spot paintings through The Gagosian Gallery with 11 locations in New York, London, Paris, Los Angeles was a feast for the eyes and happiness in spirit. Through February 18, 2012 - this is not to be missed.....& I didn't!

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Groundhog's Day 2012
Shadow! Six more weeks of Winter!

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

My mind has been swimming with notions of my last entry. Mainly regarding the Beat Generation. A book that comes to mind that I own & read in my formidable mid-twenties was an outstanding read called;

It was an interesting and somewhat jarring non-fiction/life story perspective read. However, quite fascinating as a book of American History taking place in the middle of the country in Chicago on the famed North Clark Street (still quite the happening destination). I highly recommend it + sure to put ideas into your head. Of course, this is only a smidge of how the Beat Generation has influenced our world today from Indy Music to Veganism Foodies to early hippies + without a doubt, free speech.

Something a little more tame in my day was returning my vehicle to the Audi Dealership for its factory recall for California Emissions standards. It took me to Santa Monica this morning and I returned to work and home in this beauty!

Dove White Volvo S40

I can hear 'the Beats' heckling me now..............

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

I first saw James Franco as 'James Dean' in the TV movie way back in 2001. Completely impressed by his spot on character portrayal and dashing good looks, I was hooked on this Hollywood Star.

Again I saw him in 'HOWL' portraying Allen Gingsberg. He did a wonderful job. The real gem is the interview of Peter Orlovsky, Allen's life partner, in the extra section of the DVD. The movie was good but the animation was a bit disjunct from the timeperiod of the 'beat generation'. These scenes did assist as it interpreted words through pictures, if you will.

I couldn't help but wonder if 'HOWL' was the inspiration of Florence + the Machine's song 'HOWL' or if there was any relation. Whichever the case, it's a good segway in introducing the music I've been listening to.

The style of Florence + the Machine is impactful with the deco-esque album cover and dress of this artists latest creations. Inspiring + different- vocally + stylistically speaking. Her powerful voice reminds me of Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane- aaahhhh...'White Rabbit'.

It definetely gives me a breath of fresh air of true artistry, though pop? she may be.

Friday, January 27, 2012

READY FOR THE WEEKEND

(since wednesday to be exact)

i need one of these....o.k. ...maybe two...



+ i'll be here at some point tomorrow for sure....



Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Let's just say that I was glad when Monday ended. Today has been much lighter + brighter (maybe the coffee gave me a buzz). Everything seems to be much simpler + more clear today, I love these types of days!

A fellow friend and subscriber of KCRW invited me to attend a Matt's Movie screening of 'Miss Bala' (Miss Baja) in West LA last week. Upon further investigation, this movie was presented at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival and in an absurd decision, the movie did not make the short list for "Best Foreign Language Film" @ the 84th Academy Awards.

We're talking Baja California about the Drug War so it does containg heavy violence and explicit content. However, the grotesque scenes of bloodshed were not overtly present. An emotional rollercoaster of a movie- it was quite excellent.

The movie slightly reminded me of my trip to Tijuana with my whole immediate family (crazy good times- years ago) and a few of my more recent visits to Mexicali - yet, thankfully, without hiccups of danger.

See it!

Continuing with my day, coincidentally, I had the pleasure of meeting the fabulous Embeth Davidtz! She is most recently known for her role she plays in Californication on Showtime.


Embeth Davidtz, smart + stoically seated in center 

The currently well known Facebook social media sight is rolling out a new format called Timeline. We'll see how it fairs in our immediate future. The latest info on how Facebook is still
making waves in our culture, today's article in;

will bring us fully up-to-date. http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/business/companies/facebook_inc/index.html

Now, with much anticipation, I await the LA Clippers + LA Lakers game tomorrow night!