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Mayer comes to town on my special day

2009-07-24T19:34:00.002-04:00

So there's this dude named Mayer Hawthorne from Ann Arbor, Michigan. He's this tall guy with thick rimmed glasses who's signed to Stones Throw Records (a very diverse and hip hop influenced record label). His music has got so much soul, you wouldn't even believe it. I loved his record so much that it ended up being the first piece of vinyl I ever bought (thus requiring me to purchase a record player IN ADDITION to that sweet, sweet heart shaped record).

Been meaning to blog about him (and many other things) for a while now, but I've just been catching up with a few things and thought now would be better than ever with this concert annoucement from REMG.

His first official vid here:

Maybe So, Maybe No

REMG ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS
MAYER HAWTHORNE’S LONELY HEARTS CLUB TOUR
MAYER HAWTHORNE & THE COUNTY
with special guest BUFF 1

REMG Entertainment is proud to present Mayer Hawthorne & The County live in concert at The Drake Hotel on Sunday, September 27, 2009.

Mayer Hawthorne was raised in Ann Arbor, Michigan, just outside of Detroit. He vividly remembers driving with his father and tuning the car radio in to the rich soul, deep funk and swinging jazz the region provided. As he grew up, and his obsession with soul records grew into a passion, Hawthorne discovered that sweet soul existed on both sides of the commercial divide. He discovered the same beauty in the polished sound of Issac Hayes and Curtis Mayfield as he did in the deeper, darker grit of the obscure Symphonic Four and Detroit-cult soul slingers The New Holidays.

Mayer Hawthorne’s debut album set for release this fall, A Strange Arrangement grew out of a childhood steeped in Detroit soul. His album draws from the inspiration of Leroy Hutson, Smokey Robinson, and the legendary songwriting and production trio of Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland, and Eddie Holland Jr. At the same time it revels in the raw sounds of those independent musicians who aspired to achieve a level of success akin to their famous peers.

A Strange Arrangement is an album full of original compositions and one cover (he had to give The New Holidays “Maybe So, Maybe No” a whirl) that underlies a heartfelt nostalgia to the sweet soul of yesteryear with a clear desire to show that his Strange Arrangement is no passing fancy. “It’s old soul,” Hawthorne explains, without an ounce of irony. “But it’s new.”

MAYER HAWTHORNE & THE COUNTY
w/ special guest Buff 1
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Drake Hotel (1150 Queen Street West)
Tickets are $12.00 in advance and available at Rotate This, Soundscapes & Play De Record
19+, Doors at 8pm, show at 9pm

it has been more than one year...

2009-05-06T19:07:00.007-04:00

...since the release of these beautiful python and leather skinned, chain strapped shoulder bags. Why can't I stop thinking about them?!

The mauve one in particular. Maybe, one day...

la Parisienne idéal

2009-03-20T19:59:00.004-04:00

Finally found that photo from Mr. Sartorialist...

Fancy those shoulders, because I most definitely do.

my oxford infatuation continues

2009-03-20T19:34:00.008-04:00

Today marked the first day of Spring here in Toronto! As we head into this new season, we expect longer days, sunshine and more smiles. We leave behind long nights (though they were quite fun), dreary days and most importantly ruined shoes due to salt stains and slush!

Here I present to you the Sergio Rossi Oxford Lace Ups I plan to soon purchase (for quite a lovely deal too!) These babies stuck out to me so much one day last October, while cruising The Sartorialist, I had to blog about the woman wearing them.

I deem these my rays of sunshine and welcoming into spring.

As Karl Lagerfeld says, "Buy what excites you, not just for the simple act of shopping."

my most recent acquisitions

2009-03-13T09:40:00.006-04:00

come to my feet. wrap around my body.

she's been hiding in France

2009-03-09T11:50:00.005-04:00

and PFW is [almost] over!
London's win with me was Louise Goldin's F09 line. Stunningly Dark.
Paris, I'm still undecided.

a twist on dementia

2009-03-06T06:57:00.005-05:00

Launched in tandem with Gareth Pugh's show during Paris Fashion Week, this film created in collaboration with Ruth Hogben, showcases the designer's Autmn/Winter 2009 collection.

my review?
frantic, intense, emotionally contesting.
deep, dark, INVIGORATING and INSPIRING.

Talk about a film evoking loads of fashionable emotion.

Please click THIS link to watch Gareth Pugh Autumn/Winter 2009 film

Dubstep is Dead

2009-02-12T18:15:00.007-05:00

THIS FRIDAY

SUBTRAC IS BACK
KEEPING SHIT HEAVY
CAN'T WAIT
ONE MORE SLEEP

one step at a time

2009-02-12T13:28:00.001-05:00

Miss Louise Brooks

2009-02-09T18:56:00.007-05:00

Adapting the 1920's into this 21st century.
Though, maybe a little toned down.

via

my annual thang

2009-01-24T20:05:00.004-05:00

listening to? LTJ Bukem - Kings of the Jungle PtII (we are not in a parallel universe)

1.) Where did you ring in 2009?
Top of the Burroughs Loft party at Queen/Bathurst

2.) What was your status by Valentine's Day?
Single, and probably drunkie [with friends, of course] this night.

3.) Were you in school (anytime this year)?
Yes

4.) How did you earn your keep?
Insurance Company (i can't believe this answer is still here)

5.) Did you ever have to go to the hospital?
No!

6.) Have you ever encountered the police?
Yes, when I got my first speeding ticket in May. Although, I won in court.

7.) Where did you go on vacation?
In order: Montreal, London, UK, Montreal (again), Detroit, Calgary, Banff, Vancouver, Inveremere, Salmo, NYC

8.) What did you purchase that was over $500?
Expensive clothing.

9.) Did you know anybody who got married?
Yes

10.) Did you know anybody who passed away?
NO

11.) Have you ran into anybody you graduated high school with?
Always

12.) Did you move anywhere?
Not yet

13.) What sporting events did you go to?
Wakefest

14.) What concerts did you go to?
A lot. I should start keeping track. Most memorable? MS. ERYKAH BADU, baby.

15.) Are you registered to vote?
Mais oui!

16.) If so, did you do your patriotic duty on Nov. 7?
Yes

17.) Where do you live now?
Mississauga

18.) Describe your birthday.
"URGHH"

19.) What's the one thing you thought you would never do but did in 2008?
Spend THAT much money

20.) What is one thing you regretted this year?
There are a few things that are to be left unmentioned.

21.) What's something you learned about yourself?
I would rather always be busy than be bored out of my mind.

22.) Any new additions to your family?
Not that I know of.

23.) What was your best month(s)?
This past (lovely) summer flew by. My time in London was the best.

24.) What from pop culture will you remember 2008 by?
Heath Ledgers death, OBAMAAMAMAMAMAMMMMA, LL becoming a lesbian, the rise of Alexander Wang

25.) How would you rate this year with a scale from 1 (shitty) to 10 (excellent)?
9

2008-12-31T09:47:00.005-05:00

Q-TIP - GETTIN' UP

still waiting so patiently.

2008-12-12T15:53:00.003-05:00

FEEL

THE

LOVE

Let Loose. This is the Tomboy, all grown up.

2008-12-11T09:05:00.016-05:00

There is no time better than now to be reliving your active, lively youth through the stylistic endeavors of your favorite old, and up-and-coming designers.

It may have begun with the introduction to the boyfriend tank (which Alexander Wang does so well). The luxe blazer came along, originally claimed by YSL in 1966 with le smoking, lovingly updated by Dior Homme pour Femme in F08. Following with pants of all sorts, the world was introduced to ethnic-inspired dhotis and jodhpurs galore and most recently the “boyfriend jean” (if you're into jeans that is), topped off with a proper chapeau and towering high heels, but only for those who dare.

No time has ever been so kind, loose fitting and comfortable (only for clothing, needless I remind you) – enjoy these fits now, at last they are finally here to stay.

because i do sincerely care about politics (and fashion)

2008-12-08T19:57:00.004-05:00

"

Who says these are bleak times? On one matter at least, designers are positively euphoric. That is the Obama presidency, a two-part point of light. While much of the glee centers around the President-elect and his policies, Michelle Obama radiates a powerful style all her own. So step aside, Angelina. You too, Madonna, not to mention the bevy of pop tarts, gossip girls, “High School Musical” grads and even potential Oscar divas, now all suddenly second-tier. The American fashion industry hasn’t had a catch this big since, well, since another icon of Democratic chic took up residency on Pennsylvania Avenue in 1961.

For the big guns at least, dressing Michelle may prove even more of a challenge, since her chic is more lowercase democratic than was Jackie’s. Throughout the campaign, the first lady-to-be has avoided all major names save Narciso Rodriguez, while showing a proclivity for locals (Chicago’s Maria Pinto), young types (Thakoon; Jason Wu) and cost-conscious labels (Donna Ricco; J. Crew).

Nevertheless, just about everyone yearns to dress Michelle, who could raise the profile of American fashion around the world. Yet with the exception of Maria Cornejo, her current favorites, as well as a few majors, declined WWD’s request for sketches. Some are loath to presume to offer unsolicited advice, while others, it seems, are definitely in the Inaugural sweepstakes and prefer, or have been asked, to keep their participation low-pro.

But plenty more happily offered their visions for Michelle and her charming first daughters, for the big day and evening events of Jan. 20."

source

tingly sensations - won't you join me on the dancefloor?

2008-12-04T10:00:00.010-05:00

NYC BOUND (APPROX. 24 HOURS) AND I AM SO EXCITED.

In celebration of Famous Friends' One Year Anniversary this Saturday in Brooklyn, VDRK so graciously put out a feel-damn-good mix to give you warm and fuzzy feelings during this cold and gross time of year.

Click the link below for the mix along with more info about the party.

Hopefully I get to check this out!

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If that beachy mix didn't get you going yet, here is something that is sure to burst your bubble.

My girl, the infamous yourbadmeaculpa, recently introduced me to U-Tern ...and you know I ain't looking back. This fancy pants hails from Van City, beautiful B.C., broadcasts from the quaint hood of Gastown, and likes to cut, mix and mash it all up - and oh boy, he does it oh so well!

Get your funkin' booty poppin' on and CLICK HERE to check the mix modestly titled Cramp Your Style.

IN A NEW YORK STATE OF MIND

2008-12-02T22:46:00.004-05:00

OH YES, INDEEDY!

eat and feet

2008-12-02T11:36:00.001-05:00

Manolo likes milkshakes and says that holding shoes is bad luck. I also hear that giving shoes as gifts are also bad luck... I wonder who comes up with these things.

Look, models eat. I feel slight competition to Coco's dancemoves...

BALLYGIRL

2008-12-02T10:46:00.011-05:00

BALLY is a Swiss brand I have loved for quite a while now. Its boho-esque feel sweeps me into a dreamland only a certain someone can kick me out of. A combination of a modest, modern, countryside (suburban?) girl always ready to kick-ass is how I would describe it...

Peep their take on the mary jane, oh how I envy her so:

Guniga platform shoes
$595

So, I visit The Satorialist almost on the daily. I like to save some of the looks that really appeal to me on my phone, just to stare at when I'm passing time... examining every detail I can possibly fill on my screen, in hopes I stumble upon a piece similar to that in the photo, in the near future.

As he shoots the street for inspiration, I save the looks as aspiration, and this would be the latest:

I'll post the other women dressed in black with their strong shoes and shoulders when I can find them!

and mommy told me so

2008-11-26T13:58:00.001-05:00

but i hate to share. would rather show you, here i say is the Realness.

pseudo-daddy

2008-11-26T10:46:00.002-05:00

let me ask you one question:

"remember jackin' on this til the waistband around your jeans were soaking wet and then leaving the club & it's FREEZING outside ? I would give anything for that again !"

There is no comfortable silence and no silent comfort

2008-11-24T08:29:00.000-05:00

Essay: There is no comfortable silence and no silent comfort
First posted in January, 2005

"Soon silence will have passed into legend. Man has turned his back on silence. Day after day he invents machines and devices that increase noise and distract humanity from the essence of life, contemplation, meditation...Tooting, howling, screeching, booming, crashing, whistling, grinding, and trilling bolster his ego."

- Jean Arp
...

There is no quiet in a city. There is noise everywhere.

Or perhaps it is more appropriate to say that there is no comfortable silence and no silent comfort.

Silence is found in pockets, here and there. There's the quiet of a small bookstore, the calm of a nearly empty boutique, but you can't relax in these places; people want things from you, want your money, and you've bought enough. There are museums, perhaps, but they are spartan and cool and lacking in comfortable seats and you have to keep moving, have to keep looking at what's presented to you, you can't really just sit and think, and museums are rarely free and even more rarely deserted. There's the library, but they'll not allow for the enjoyment of tea or coffee while you read. There are parks, but even in the penetrating cold of January there are always other people with the incessant clack of their passing shoes against the pavement.

Should you find comfort, you are rarely if ever alone in your discovery; invariably there will be others clamoring for the space. And while they seek the comfort, they are not comfortable. Not in the silence that you cherish. They feel they need to fill that uncomfortable void with their chatter and their noise, the talk of their boring lives and their inane existences. Alone, without a companion of their own in that space with whom to converse, they cling desperately to their cellular phones and make those vital calls that simply cannot wait.

They have no idea that they're destroying the very thing you crave, and they wouldn't care if they did.

They have no concept of how pleasant it would be if they could only discover stillness in their minds for a portion of the day, quiet from the world. How could they possibly know? They are sharing this same cramped space with you and all these other humans. Thinking for a single moment that all of them could be silent for more than an instant - a single, coordinated instant - well, it's a dream not based in any sort of true reality. The shattering of glass against the floor heard above the din of the café gives them pause for but a fraction of a second, and only because they're curious as to who's at fault and hoping desperately that it isn't them. The loss of thousands and thousands of lives in a terror attack or a war or a natural disaster will perhaps give them reason to observe an astounding two or three or even five minutes of silence, but only if there are other people watching, and it can't be sustained for long. There's too much to do, you see. Too much going on. There's no time for silence in their lives.

You could attempt to extricate yourself from it all, to get away from them. You could sit alone in the quiet of a residential room claimed just for yourself, but even if you can't hear the cars on the street outside, the walls of your room border on other rooms filled with other people who fill their uncomfortable silences with background noise. And even when they turn off the music and the news and the televisions you can hear them. Twenty-four hours a day, someone in the building is moving, and you can hear them. You can hear them laughing and talking to each other as they come home after the party disperses, you can hear them take a two a.m. shower to cleanse the smoke from their hair, you can hear them at three a.m. pacing the floor with insomnia, you can hear them making their four a.m. snack, you can hear them flushing the toilet before dawn.

There is no quiet in a city. There is noise everywhere.

There is no comfortable silence and no silent comfort.

And you are never alone, though you may feel as if you are.

...

I could not exist in the city, though I understand why many do and why many could live nowhere else.

As for me, if I must put up with incessant noise, let it be the howl of the wind through the trees and the patter of rain on the roof and the calling of birds for their mates.

If there are people nearby, let them be humans from whom I can escape and be alone, removed from their movements and their conversations when I need the space. Let them understand why I need this without feeling hurt.

I will visit the city to enjoy its rewards, but I will always be happier to remain a visitor.

...

"The quieter you become, the more you can hear."

- Ram Dass

NOTHING NEW

2008-11-17T18:49:00.003-05:00

HEARTFELT AND ONLY DIGGING DEEPER

[ original KLAXONS tune found HERE ]

WE DIGRESS...

THE REALNESS

2008-11-17T18:33:00.001-05:00

BEFORE I WAS BORN, THEY MADE ME BELIEVE.

Get Excited

2008-11-17T17:03:00.009-05:00

Sure I may go out a lot, but it does not mean I get excited about a lot of things I go out for ...mind you the free top shelf vodka and vino does makes me smile.

This Friday we find temporary RELIEF from real life. I'm happy and proud to say my friends take part in throwing this. I'm not telling you to go because they're my friends - but only because the music is going to be superbe, you get to shake your rump on the large dancefloor and there are no excuses because there are no other good parties going on in Toronto this Friday.

Line-up includes: Scott Seewhale (of Nacho Lovers), Alias, Egyptrixx and Sek One (The Curb Crawlers). Color Bar Kids and Steph D doing visuals and Bombaman on the mic.

RELIEF is this Friday the 21st of November at Augusta House (152A Augusta).
Free before 11, 5$ after.
Get crunkie for cheap 'cause you know you need some RELIEF.

SEK ONE has made a promo mix for this event. This is also his November mix... blast it in your cars, it does make you that much cooler.
Brandon Sek - November Mix (Relief Party)

my loveS!

2008-11-12T11:42:00.010-05:00

pics c/o Lost in the WILLDERNESS

more to come ;)

best tee around

2008-10-23T11:27:00.005-04:00

the cliche white tee [no names necessary] has had its overrated glory for quite sometime now. its simple crew and plunging v-neck worn with such ease... but most definitely worn out by many. [ to covet with compassion ] space fb created their unisex white tee (purchased for maybe $9 or less at one of their sales along St-Laurent... not the actual store). i purchased this tee a few years ago... stretched, washed and worn it out, but it still holds so much character and its seams so well (despite the reviews of their awful quality, i've had no problems!)

the unisex garment (if created right and with care) is something i am quite fond of - allowing both genders to share in such a creation means it was made with that extra love that some of us just want to feel ...but can never really feel.

i only wish that the most simple item held in peoples closets was paid more attention to, more often. viscose, cotton blend designer tees are nice sometimes - but at 100 bucks a pop - I'd most likely be living in the cold by now with only two things in hand ...a peppermint vanilla latte and my blackberry. god, what does this say about myself.

now i ponder, will i ever find another one of these precious tees?

DIG IT

2008-10-23T11:23:00.005-04:00

$5 All Night

12 YEARS OF RAVE

2008-10-13T15:23:00.005-04:00

best of both worlds
Claude Von Stroke - Who's Afraid of Detroit (Stanton Warriors Remix)

The Guvernment complex in Toronto celebrated its 12th anniversary of catering to top notch worldwide DJ's and all-night party goers with a Thanksgiving Long weekend bash. I must say it was quite a hoot and a half. It kind of freaks me out I've been having fun there for the past seven years. Well whatever, big that up.

Love to ya boy MUTT for hooking it up - shouts to Dieselboy for playing the MASSIVE Messiah remix - and love to Jen & Toby, just cause they're that great.

I'm a fan of Stanton Warriors. I'm also a jackass for forgetting they were playing the next room over from where I was!!

how ludacris!

2008-10-01T15:21:00.008-04:00

So, Ryerson lets me park my car (whenever I bring it) in the Pitman Hall parking lot for $9 a day ($4 extra if I stay until midnight). Now they offer bike parking for all those cyclists in the NEW Bicycle Room. It is available for the remainder of the academic year (until April 30, 2009) for a fee of $90.40, including taxes or for a 12-month period for a fee of $135.60, including taxes.

THIS IS MONSTROUS!! Look, normally I dispise some cyclists and hate their nasty ways on the road but I'd have to say this is downright wrong. Cyclists cycle in order to 1) save money 2)ignore car costs 3)DO IT BECAUSE ITS FREE. How embarassing Ryerson...

you know when you want to be somebody at some moment in time?

2008-10-01T12:52:00.003-04:00

well i want to be her...

Yohji Yamamoto S09

2008-10-01T11:45:00.003-04:00

because September is the best month

2008-09-24T09:35:00.005-04:00

for so many reasons, i'm going to add to the proof with this mix by sekone

click up top to link the mix... tracklisting preview here:
DZ - Drop Top
Sharkslayer - Fleshlighter
The Proxy - Raven
Crookers and Boy 8-Bit - The Crow
Jokers Of The Scene - Baggy Bottom Boys (JOTS RMX)
JakZ - Hurt Me (Lee Mortimer RMX)
Idiot Proof - The Deacon (Oliver Dollar Dub)
DZ and RedEyz - Asian Cuddle Puddle
Lee Mortimer - Putto
Blackfinger - Up Middle Finger (DZ RMX)
AC Slater - Jack Got Jacked (Jack Beats RMX)
Jaymo - Grind
DJ Rob 3 - WGTMUB
Denim Venom - Ass Kiss (Math Head RMX)
Curses! - Moss Man
DZ - Disco Nodz
Scott Cooper and Edu k - Boom
Gella - Chi Kaa Chi Coo (Scott Cooper RMX)
Bit Crushers - What She Said
Boy 8-Bit - Wolfen
Mujava - Township Funk (L-Vis 1990 Kwaito Dub)

LL

2008-09-18T11:04:00.005-04:00

So I missed her hosting her girlfriend Samantha Ronson's set at Ultra, on good old Queen West last Friday. Oh well...
LOOK AT THOSE LEATHER LEGGINGS (I've yet to purchase a pair of any sort of legging - I figure I'll start with a pair similar to these.)

Robin Thicke

2008-09-15T19:01:00.006-04:00

Ever since the release of Wanna Love You Girl with Pharrell, I've had such a fangirl crush (one of my many) on Mr. Robin Thicke. Yes, the son of famous Canadian Allan Thicke of Growing Pains!

Turns out REMG will be bringing him down on the 6th of October at the Kool Haus in Toronto. Perfect timing as it will be my post-birthday celebration. Come whoever pleases *blushes*

Click this link to hear SHOOTER by Robin Thicke ft. Lil Wayne

one of my favorites! =P

For the (love of the) Young & Rebellious

2008-09-15T17:13:00.007-04:00

Fall has finally crept upon us, but of course with fashion always been at least a season and a half ahead the Spring 2009 RTW Topshop Unique line has been released - and it definitely ain't for the (old and) faint of heart. If you know me (personally), you know I'm not too fond of Topshop, but this collection has given me a slight change of heart and I'm proud to admit it.

"There was nothing profound about the love-heart prints, jumpsuits, parachute-silk batwing tops, and reruns of teddy boy and new wave tailoring, and it was a relief. Trying too hard isn't a good look for either Topshop's customers or a high-street brand, however on-it the brand might be. Result: For the first time since it debuted in 2005, this collection stopped pretending to be what it isn't, and came over as genuinely young."

So youthful, so pretty, so LONDON!!!

so today i read...

2008-09-14T13:26:00.002-04:00

"...university can be some of the best years of your life so make sure you go after everything that interests you, because you really only get the chance once and it really is a shame to waste it." -A.P.

You know what's funny? How you hear this a billion times over and when a person you barely know says it, it actually sticks and means something even more.

LET'S GET BACK TO THE JUNGLE MMMK?

2008-09-08T20:54:00.006-04:00

THIS AIN'T NO JOHN B ELECTRO DNB B.S.!

Many thanks to NROTB for providing me with the name of THEE tune of this past Friday night. NO! It was not located at the private eTalk party that I, Samantha Ronson and Lindsay Lohan were located at, but at Circa!!
Oh yeah, boo, I left before Lindsay showed.

Here's the linky: Le Castle Vania & Computer Club - The Messiah

Thank you Patrice!

2008-08-29T08:25:00.003-04:00

the swedes always do it right and i will never tire of this video. lykke li is the proper way to start the day.

slowly reverting back to phase one.

bad moods

2008-08-27T16:28:00.009-04:00

i'm still in one but hai, this made my dai!
and almost made me burst out laughing to a client on the phone.

and more from icanhazacheeseburger:

now, check my flickr. new pics up and more (finally) coming!

MANGO F2008

2008-08-26T10:18:00.002-04:00

...droolzZ

barcelona was poppin', but thankfully not due to blinding colours on the MANGO runway. cold weather approaches and so does my favorite season ...and now back to my favourite colour. i'll be blaaaaack.

Comme Des Garcons for H&M

2008-08-20T11:49:00.005-04:00

Kawakubo's Dutch Boy Haircut is uberkyoote. It's like Anna Wintour... on edge.

Digging it!

Source (Thanks Mark!)

CC MEETS T&B

2008-08-20T10:50:00.001-04:00

Get excited.

FRIDAY AUG 22

TROUBLE AND BASS - TORONTO
http://troubleandbass.blogspot.com

The Drake Underground’s roof will sweat and walls will shake as the New York bassline authority bring the party north of the border.

–

Music By:

MATHHEAD
aka PASSIONS
http://myspace.com/mathhead
http://myspace.com/limitlesspassion

THE CAPTAIN
http://myspace.com/patrickcrucifix

SEK ONE
http://thecurbcrawlers.com
http://myspace.com/sek_espionage

–

On The Mic:

ST. MANDREW
http://myspace.com/eastyork1980

–

Trouble happens every time the Brooklyn-based crew of Drop The Lime, Math Head, Star Eyes and The Captain get together to throw one of their legendary, quasi-illegal parties.

Bass is everything, whether the backbone of releases on their T&B label or the driving force of their ballistic, sweat-inducing DJ sets – all timeless rhythms, unforgettable melodies, and surprise after speaker-quaking surprise.

If you’ve been missing the raw energy that made electronic music so exciting in the first place, this is where it’s been hiding.

http://myspace.com/troubleandbass

This is a Curb Crawlers & Dmoney Promoted Party:

http://thecurbcrawlers.com/blog
http://dmoneytoronto.com

original post located HERE

Holidays in the Sun

2008-08-07T10:46:00.007-04:00

I have realized that I am long overdue for your typical sunny beach vacation, but I say F that because there is much time (and many more years before I become old and lazy) to just lay on a beach, soaking in the sun's cancerous UV rays.

I do incredibly appreciate mother nature for being so kind to me thus far. The last week has consisted of beer, hours of boating in Invermere, Aurora's Sunday night banger, only one 'late' night, a hike up Sulphur mountain, ice cream and good pizza, Lake Louise, Mt. Norquay and mountain goats. I will get to do my last bit of sightseeing today here in Banff via horseback and complete the rest of the day with a little bit of brunch and spa action.

Flight to Vancouver at 13:00 tomorrow then off to Shambhala. Hope to see YOU there!

The Wild, Wild West ...of Canada - Day 2

2008-08-01T10:22:00.007-04:00

My first day was spent in Calgary. Did a little shopping and enjoyed some Chinese food but was deathly jet lagged due to a very screwed up sleep schedule, therefore let us just proceed to day two:

The air is crisp in the morning here in Banff and even more so when the sun finally sets (that being at 23:00MST). My fingers are fine now, but the veins in my hands are just gaining back the flow of blood. I have just completed my first nature walk along the Bow Trail. The photos I have taken do not do any justice nor can words even explain the wondrous beauty that is The Canadian Rockies. I take no regret in staying fairly sober my first night on the town this evening prior, as I would not have been able to enjoy this day as much as I already have.
Here, all seem friendly. The nights in 'town' are full of intoxicated young hooligans roaming the streets, this including: the locals, the French, and all those who work in town and are from everywhere BUT.
So much more to see and explore, still so many friends to make, but most importantly still so many memories to create.

Interesting things about the Banff National Park (in which the Fairmont residences are located, and where I am situated) can be read here and information about the Canadian Rockies can be found here.

accessorize

2008-07-24T15:02:00.006-04:00

i've always been a suck for accessories. expensive, vintage, moderately priced (but mostly vintage) --- I LOVE THEM ALL! but i've always been the sucky one at choosing a handbag ...AND the sac à main is the ultimate accessory that can totally make or break one's ensemble....

Chloé has done me oh-so-right for the Fall season

Leather shoulder bag

Python shoulder bag
If I had about $7K* to drop, these would be mine in a milli-milli-second
*not really sure how much these go for

Lacroix made thee ideal bootie

The night is yours in these...

And for the ultimate surprise. If you know me I'm never one to wear "pretty" things. BUT Valentino can de-flower my mind anyday...

and i bid tah-tah, until my next spastic fashion report...

I LOVE YOU ALEXANDER MCQUEEN.

summer days are passin' me by

2008-07-24T09:47:00.003-04:00

The month of July has been wonderful to me. Despite the rain, lots of fun times have been had... pictorial explications below:

5 JULY 2008

sweaty times, curb crawlin'

11 JULY 2008

a little love in the club c/o mivo and 0=0

Happy Bday to Sconebwoy and King <3

mivo owned that trumpet

oh Carolina

The following day consisted of my first Blue Jays game (vs. the Yankees)!! We won of course

Thanks you Mischellykins for the ticket. No more drinking in the sun!

Kiko's growin' up ...kinda

19-20 JULY - THE FINAL WEMF:
IT WAS THE BEST OF THE TIMES, THE WORST OF TIMES, THE MOST RAVETASTIC TIMES FOR ALL.

Madawaska, ON was a gorgeous location for the final hurrah. Thank you Destiny for all the good times!

DANCE

2008-07-23T19:01:00.005-04:00

MASSIVE THIGH AND CALF WORKOUT LOCATED HERE:

BASSSSSHMENT, DUBSTEP, GRIME, REAL DANCEHALL RIDDIMS ALL NIGHT LONG (until 3AM)

Le seul jolie Stéphane!

2008-07-14T15:49:00.002-04:00

Tomorrow Night, We Dance... ACID CITY & CURB CRAWLERS BRINGS YOU SCOTT COOPER

2008-07-03T16:07:00.005-04:00

Either you're blind or deaf, or completely not-in-the-know... Let me educate you in a meer shake of lambs tail:

DON’T FUCKING SLEEP.

FRIDAY THE 4TH OF JULY, 2008.

SCOTT COOPER (London, UK)
Moda . Potty Mouth . Wearhouse . Jack Union

FISTFIGHT
Nacho Lovers . Fools Gold Rec . Drug Money

SEK ONE
www.thecurbcrawlers.com

at LeVack Block
88 Ossington Ave
TORONTO

SEK ONE in NOW Mag

WHERE Catch him playing Friday (July 4) at LeVack Block (88 Ossington) as part of Acid City, opening up for Scott Cooper. Then, July 11, he plays the Nut Buster’s Ball at Smiling Buddha (961 College).

WHAT “Bass-heavy subwoofer workout beats. I pull a lot of influence from jackin’ house, dubstep, Detroit electro-techno, old jungle and UK garage. When I DJ, it usually sounds like elements of all those genres get dismantled, then reassembled into a new-school rolling low-end style.”

WHY “I wanted to become a DJ after seeing DJ Q’s battle scene in the movie Juice. Since then, everyone from Green Velvet, Drop the Lime, Ed Rush and Skream to King Turbo has inspired me to keep at it.”

TOP TRACKS

Rusko Cockney Thug (Buraka Som Sistema remix)
Machines Don’t Care Beat Bang
Andy George and Scott Cooper The Piano Man
Clark Able Lemon Head (Nic Sarno remix)
Alias Work This Pussy

NOW | July 3-10, 2008 | VOL 27 NO 44

http://www.nowtoronto.com/music/djstory.cfm?content=163796

Five Decades of Loveliness

2008-07-02T10:16:00.006-04:00

"1963 and it all kicks off....

This season, Ben Sherman asked British Designers PPQ, notorious for beautiful dresses, to create a range to illustrate & revive musical style. The collection consists of 5 dresses, one for each era, which instantly gives the 'decade' an identity.

LIMITED EDITION"

consumerism at its finest

2008-06-24T16:20:00.008-04:00

i am a slave to this lifestyle of modern consumption, as if my 'blog' does not already prove my distastful acts - there is no doubt that hedonism is found through love (of materialistic objects) as well as in the simplistic ways of life
( but i say, why not let the two be concurrent? )

the sunnies have been ordered and a new mobile to choose from is hopefully on it's way!
my very outdated and slowly dying RZR is in need of a proper replacement.

Miss Sixty

2008-06-19T13:27:00.014-04:00

entire collection found HERE

I've always had a soft spot for luscious lamb leather, oversized darker than thou shades and the unholiest of holy four inch heels. Though this may seem like the attire of a dominatrix, I prefer to plainly call it 'bad ass' - a title I'd like to refer to my lifestyle as... only on weekends, of course. This badass style of mine thankfully adorns the creations of those lovely designers at Miss Sixty.

Branding in the 21st century is more important than ever. Within each household name holds a history behind it. Miss Sixty is a line of clothing that is part of the Sixty Group brand created in 1990 and then launched in 1991 (that including the ubiquitous Sixty, Energie, Killah, Murphy&NYE, Refrigiwear, Richlu, Kblost, Bandits du Monde and Baracuta - http://www.sixty.net) - synonymous for it's youthfulness and 'described as having a strong identity and versatile personality that distinguishes it from other clothing lines'.

Those young minded individuals who choose to portray the [Miss Sixty] image exude an off-beat, yet exciting aura to them - from their famous denim to recent runway collections, the people at Miss Sixty have been doing just that to cater to their clientele. And their clientele (with all fingers pointing to me) is one happy puppy.

Models who have represented the brand are Irina Lazareanu and Jessica Stam. Avid followers, include the most-recent frontrow-ers: Anne Hathaway, Chloë Sevigny, Ashley Olsen and Milla Jovovich.

My badassness continues with my most recent purchase of the Zonaida tote. An unexpected visit to the Sherway Gardens location led me to this purchase, as well as its exchange for the high waisted, medium washed denim, adorningly named "Mila" from Spring 2008 collection. No matter what cut you choose: high waisted, straight, regular fit or their sinful second skins, quality and a tickettotheoneyouwantinyourpants is what you're truly paying for.

The new collections can be found on the website www.misssixty.com

Here are my new pantalons, which if you're lucky, just might be found on your bedroom floor

ACID CITY - THEY ARE HERE TO SAVE YOU

2008-06-19T13:12:00.008-04:00

June 19-25
BY Denise Benson June 18, 2008 16:06

SEK ONE @ ACID CITY

With DJs Fistfight, Alias. Fri, June 20. Toika, 471 Richmond W. $6.
“Anything I do is based solely around a big fat bassline,” declares local DJ and promoter Brandon Sek (a.k.a. Sek One), the man behind the Curb Crawlers and Subtrac events. Having been DJing for the past 14 years, Sek has loved and played all from Chicago house and Detroit techno to drum ‘n’ bass, UK garage, dubstep and “dark Detroit drum machine electro.” Acid City finds him partnered with similarly adventurous DJ/producer Fistfight, of Nacho Lovers fame. Expect the two of them to come heavy with sounds both classic and futuristic. Check Sek’s popular blog at www.thecurbcrawlers.com/blog for a taste.

SOURCE http://www.eyeweekly.com/clubs/bestbets/article/31092

2008-05-17T16:58:00.002-04:00

A thought on Hedonism, originating from John Stuart Mill stated, "the more elaborate beings tend to spend more thought on other matters and hence lessen the time for simple pleasure."

I'm still thinking about this one.

dreams everlasting

2008-05-09T19:42:00.002-04:00

i'm floating on clouds
and my feet won't touch the ground

ROUND TWO

2008-05-01T22:24:00.006-04:00

HIIEEE, I LIKEY THAT [GHETTO]TECHY.

...MEET ME AT THE MARRIOTT... WITH PACKS OF PALIAMENTS.
DON'T FORGET THE VITAMIN WATER... IT'S GOING DOWWWWWWWWWWWN.

2008, RECOGNIZE:
ARON-CARL FEAT. VERONIQUE & DJ E. DUBB
ALEX SMOKE -live
ALEX UNDER -live
ALLAND BYALLO
ALTON MILLER
BENNY BENASSI
BIG JOE HIX
BRIAN KAGE & LUKE HESS "REFERENCE"
CARL CRAIG -live
CASSY
COBBLESTONE JAZZ -live
DARKCUBE -live
DAVIDE SQUILLACE
DBX -live
DEADMAU5 -live
DEEPCHORD PRESENTS ECHOSPACE -live
DEREK PLASLAIKO
DERRICK THOMPSON AKA DRIVETRAIN
DIESELBOY & MC MESSINIAN
DREW POMPA
DUBFIRE
EGYPTIAN LOVER -live
ELECTROBOUNCE.COM PRESENTS DATABASS GHETTO TECH
ERIC JOHNSTON -live
GABE REAL
GIRL TALK -live
GUILLAUME & THE COUTU DUMONTS -live
HALF HAWAII -live
HEARTTHROB -live
JAMES ZABIELA
JERRY ABSTRACT
JORIS VOORN -live
JOSH DAHLBERG -live
JOSH WINK
JUSTIN KRUSE AKA KRUSE KONTROL
JUSTIN LONG
KEITH WORTHY
KENNETH THOMAS
KEVIN SAUNDERSON
KONRAD BLACK
LAWNCHAIR GENERALS
LEE BURRIDGE
MAGDA
MARCO CAROLA
MARK FARINA
MATHIAS KADEN -live
MATTHEW HAWTIN
MICHAEL GEIGER
MIKE GRANT
MILES MAEDA
MINX
MOBY -DJ SET
MR. DE' -live/DJ
NEWCLEUS -live
OSCAR MULERO
PAR GRINDVIK -live
PAUL RITCH -live
PEANUT BUTTER WOLF
PETE ROCK
PUNISHER - DJ SET
REGGIE "HOTMIX" HARRELL
REX SEPULVEDA -live
RICHIE HAWTIN
RICH KORACH
SHAWN MICHAELS
SOUNDMURDERER
SPEEDY J -live W/ SCOTT PAGANO VJ
STACEY PULLEN
T LINDER
TECH ITCH
TERRENCE PARKER
THE COOL KIDS -live
TWONZ
TYCHO -live
ZIP

...you like dat, huh.

Vice said it right

2008-04-24T12:31:00.005-04:00

Picked up The Fashion Issue yesterday. Looks bomb diggy - skimming through it and noticing all the 'hipters' practically look the same everywhere you go in the world ...weird (unless it is the fault of the stylists?). The only differences I can spot are skin colour and the ratio of cool to nerd factor.

edit * I'll stop my hasty generalizations and apologize to the crafty writers at Vice. After looking at the pictures and reading the write-ups the 'people' in various metropolis' around the world, I do find their iconic-influenced styles are quite eclectic. I do fancy those [boys] from Amsterdam and Antwerp...
If it's necessary I'll update this completely useless post later tonight.

Anyway, I just wanted to quote whoever wrote the Montreal '08 Trend Report:

"Thift stores in Montreal are a fucking gold mine. The only problem is that you have to sift through tons of crap and get your hands covered with old-people particles before you find the good stuff. Luckily no one from Montreal between the ages of 18 and 28 has a real job, so they have tons of time to waste finding vintage mink coats, veiled hats, granny cardigans, high-waisted pants, and old leather boots. A whole outfit like this probably costs less than a sandwich does in New York."

Truth. I hate using internet lingo but I must say, EVA B, FTW!

2008-04-22T22:19:00.007-04:00

last exam tomorrow,
new specks coming soon,
and many sunny, sunny days ahead.

i stand by all previous comments on my fav model... she continues to be thee best.

Models Talk Spring Summer 2008 (the only model that got a two part show, and seemed the least bit interesting)

Here is a FashionTelevision clip of the Chanel Paris-Londre pre-collection, with Irina, starring in the show ("spewing brilliance just as other models spew their food") in quite a rather special way.

2008-04-17T21:00:00.002-04:00

i'm catching up, on what i like to call, my 'internet-ing'.

Listen.

c/o weloveradio

this makes me want to put my biggest pair of sunglasses on, lie down on my über comfy queen size bed whilst staring into the bright sun on a lovely summer early morn.

enjoi.

"Libra (Sept. 23 — Oct. 23)

Miracles can and do happen every day, but we fail to notice them because we let negativity overwhelm us. You're about to discover the sky is determined to give you the best."

Noted.

***********************************************************************

Miracles and all of life's possibilities start HERE:

THE AUGUSTA HOUSE
152A Augusta Avenue
Toronto, ON X0X 0X0

2008-04-14T19:47:00.006-04:00

Ticket obtained. Proper seatage.
5th May 8:30PM @ Massey Hall - take a puff, see you there.

sexcitement

2008-04-08T19:44:00.008-04:00

every-so-often i get excited about going out. but not that typical 'omgimgonnaegetsodrunkanddancewithmybitches' excited - i'm talkin straight the fuck up 'imgonnagetmadcrunkntwosteproundalldembitches' ecstatic... and you should be too. get ready for some straight up skankin' tooooooooo!!

hiatus passed

2008-04-04T11:04:00.008-04:00

as i struggle in the library to start writing my final paper for the school semester, the birds eye view of the Toronto Life [rainy] Square does nothing to stimulate my brain, or fingers for that matter. alas, i procrastinate and fill a temporary void by surfing the interweb ...my findings have ensued utter loveliness and also have finally let me write about something, that of which is truly blogworthy.

it has been announced that Comme des Garcons will be collaborating with H&M to produce an affordable line for the working middle class (wo)man. Rei Kawakubo's avant-garde style is said to attract an older, more mature crowd versus the line-up of teeny boppers (except i) that awaited the cheetah printed pieces of crap (X my satin collared blazer) from the previous Roberto Cavalli for H&M line, that came out last Fall 2007.

more information can be found HERE and HERE

Fred PerryxEmma Cook / regret

2008-03-08T15:14:00.005-05:00

From left to right: loose-fitting polyester hoodie (£90), a rollneck dress with tipped sleeves and hemlines (£115), scoop neck polo (£80), sixties style mini-dress with drawstring hem (£100)

I can't stop staring.

Another reminder to serious shoppers on vacation overseas, though both you and I already know this, if you know you love something you see and for some reason feel uneasy buying it, ignore that feeling and whack out the quid, pronto. smile, leave, wear your shit back home and flaunt like a motherfucker.

Ben Sherman's WOMENS footwear - style: jag

upset.

R.I.P

2008-03-07T07:28:00.007-05:00

you gave me many good times,
but not once while in london.
you almost burnt out,
and wasted space in my luggage!

...as the spring season of wavy hair rolls through, my first attempt at those luscious curls has failed.

R.I.P. my hot rollers =*****(

Tatler's Best Dressed

2008-03-06T16:10:00.004-05:00

Her personality is a bit whacky and there has not been much written on any of her interests, but her skinhead/mod/punk influenced wardrobe has definitely made a name for itself within Britain's definition of street fashion. This chick totally earned her spot as #1 on Tatler's Best Dressed List. Kate Moss has officially received the boot (for the howmanyth time?)

Check the article HERE

london review

2008-03-03T19:36:00.008-05:00

my bad about the tardiness with the posting of the pictures. midterms, proposals and papers are done for now... and i'm just getting back into the "school" vibe.

i'll give you a breakdown on the nine days of loveliness...
you can coordinate the photos (click the link on the right) with this description (yea yea, i'm a crappy blogger, shut up)

friday 15 february - arrival at London gatwick airport
attempt to ask the dude at the info desk where to go
i don't understand him but i find a ticket and take an express train to victoria tube
cabbie to livs
nap
chill
rhythm factory with new friends

saturday 16 february

OUTRE by darren johnston at Queen Elizabeth Hall

sunday 17 february
HAPPY BDAY CEEJ
the most expensive (English) breakfast at Med Kitchen
walk along the canal
tourist sites
Dali exibit (we got it for cheap), skipped Picasso cause he a racist

monday 18 february
V&A museum
browse at harrods
uniqlo!
cut the day short - was a tiring weekend!

tuesday 19 february
buckingham palace (somehow missed it the first two times?)
hyde park
Sloane St. (you know YSL didn't have my 450quid sweater in stock!)
antipasto for lunch at spaghetti factory
vivenne westwood visit (met a fellow canadian by the name of Lisa)

wednesday 20 - showed a bit too late at portobello market. everything was closed!

thursday 21 february
thai lunch with livs
soho/carnaby street/covent garden/regent + oxford
you can figure out what happened there

friday 22 february
british museum
fish & chips!
back at carnaby street
BOXFRESH!
FWD>> at The End with Skream, Kode9, Benga, Plasticity, Youngsta and a whole whackload of other artists

saturday 23 february
last minute stuffs
enjoyed the last of the fresh air
tapas for dinner
called it an early night

Harper's Bazaar March 2008

2008-03-03T18:30:00.005-05:00

Though I despise receiving my monthly subscription two weeks after it hits stands, I refuse to complain as cover pages are a special shot for all subscribers. This months issue is a BIG one - Spring Fashion & Lindsay Lohan. Though she has been recovering in rehab, making up with daddy, attending self-help meetings and recreating nude Marilyn Monroe shots, she never fails to continue her long affair with all that is high fashion (always making it look classy). LEGGINGS BE GONE!

Check the photos here and pick up the issue!

not sleeping, i'm still dreaming

2008-02-27T06:13:00.003-05:00

chill on this for now.

Londontown in about 36 hours

2008-02-14T00:44:00.010-05:00

The next ten days will be exhilarating, invigorating, breathtaking, electrifying, overwhelming, rousing, sensational, stimulating, titillating, wild and to say the least, zestful. I will do all, see all, be all I can be. It may get a tad bit out of hand, but only trouble comes with the letters l.i.v.s.+.l.e.s.l.i.e,
innit?

Hoping I'll get to catch the last of the action from Fashion Week...

It will go a bit like this:

and maybe a little bit of...

2008-02-09T12:07:00.000-05:00

DISGUSTINGLY BAD ASS.

currents
thinking of: London
enjoying: tea
learning: snail paced
writing: not ever enough
indulging on: slow death enhancements
listening to: Keith P's Bass Music for We Shot JR
tonight: we'll numb it out

mangoes

2008-01-31T09:28:00.001-05:00

sweet, ripe and always cut into little squares, are quite the delight.

Mango's Spring Collection is a sweet recollection of everything lovely for the urban Bohemian.

My pick for a wedding I am attending in March cannot be found anywhere on the site! Think bold, aqua, curve hugging maxi dress. Minimal never looked so good.

Pick up the catalogue, and do your closet a favour.

bloghouse & bashment & boyzboyzboyz

2008-01-31T09:14:00.000-05:00

This is all I could come up with:

-myspace is lame and won't give me my password until i send them a picture of me holding a paper with my username on it
-facebook's "temporarily unavailable" notices are really annoying
-i am not looking forward to tomorrow evenings storm, consisting of 20cm of snow
-the fourteenth of February is not approaching fast enough (i intend on spending my evening in complementary first class)
-Rogers fucked up my router a month ago and i cannot figure out how to fix it =(

'tis a new year

2008-01-02T15:51:00.000-05:00

taken at the SAT. friendly reminder to fat chicks getting felt up in the back of the club... YOU'RE NAAAAAAAAAAASTY

and for the second NYE in a row, i have gotten sick!

new years eve spent in montreal was a success, except for the storm during the drive back home. dinner at Donnatella's was lovely, hotel was five minutes from the club, celebrations (post countdown) were enjoyable and i do like the fact that i actually remember most of the night!

also, i am continuing my yearly review in the form of 25 questions. see below

2007

1.) Where did you ring in 2007?

a random loft we spent five minutes at after the countdown. off to the LowKeyNYE at the White Orchid

2.) What was your status by Valentine's Day?

single and incredibly drunk at The Social

3.) Were you in school (anytime this year)?
Yes, and still going.

4.) How did you earn your keep?
still that insurance company

5.) Did you ever have to go to the hospital?
yes, thanksgiving monday night, where i almost died

6.) Have you ever encountered the police?
yes, after putting on the biggest 'daddy's girl' act, he removed the charge for my ticket

7.) Where did you go on vacation?

Detroit, Montreal

8.) What did you purchase that was over $500?
clothing which was probably worth it, a few times; a bedroom set and a desk

9.) Did you know anybody who got married?

yes

10.) Did you know anybody who passed away?
no

11.) Have you ran into anybody you graduated high school with?

always. most memorable was bumping into a close friend from elementary school

12.) Did you move anywhere?
unfortunately not, yet

13.) What sporting events did you go to?
i don't recall going to any

14.) What concerts did you go to?

-Little Brother at the Mod Club

-The Clipse at Tonic

probably a few more that i just can't remember

15.) Are you registered to vote?
of course

16.) If so, did you do your patriotic duty on Nov. 7?
if that was the voting date, yes

17.) Where do you live now?
Mississauga

18.) Describe your birthday.

drunk at Spin Gallery ft. Shammamered, Alias, Melissa Bathory and Sinden. Thanks for the bday guestlist Nav!

19.) What's the one thing you thought you would never do but did in 2006?
let me get back to this one

20.) What is one thing you regretted this year?
I don't regret anything.

21.) What's something you learned about yourself?
think before you talk, always.

22.) Any new additions to your family?
too many

23.) What was your best month(s)?
early spring/summer

24.) What from pop culture will you remember 2006 by?
LinLoh out of rehab for the second time and Britney Spears' crippling career until Blackout came out which was quite a success (not on my terms, but according to music charts)

25.) How would you rate this year with a scale from 1 (shitty) to 10 (excellent)?
nine

Happy and Prosperous New Year to all!

London in February!

2007-12-28T17:54:00.000-05:00

Babyshambles - French Dog Blues

finally planning a trip to visit Livs and Trom in London during my winter break. fuck going to Cuba with retarded college kids... i'm going to see some gigs!

this will be my first trip to Europe. more importantly, with the suggestion of Mr. Hipsterdouchebag himself, checked nme.com and found out Babyshambles will be performing at Carling Academy Brixton, and if you know you me, you know i'm pissing my panties right now i'm so excited.

tentaive gig attending itinerary

Metalheadz RAAAAVE 15 Feb
GOLDIE B2B FRICTION
DOC SCOTT B2B RANDALL
COMMIX B2B ALIX PEREZ
BREAK B2B ICICLE
SPECTRASOUL

Hosted by
SP:MC, RAGE, FATS + I.D @ HERBAL

The Cool Kids 16 Feb | Croft
Roni Size Reprazent 19 Feb | Scala
Nada Surf 21 Feb | Scala
Shitdisco 23 Feb

[ will keep adding to list ]

R.I.P Oscar Peterson

2007-12-28T11:28:00.000-05:00

more ranting

2007-12-27T10:54:00.000-05:00

i apologize for my incessant bitching but i'm sure you all can relate. so [if you] please, continue to read on...

i adore clothing companies who pay attention to meticulous detail [even] during the reproduction of their final products. although these items i refer to may not be as inflated in price when compared to "designer" items, i still expect to receive the same service as if they were, while i shop, and say, need a size taken from the back or given to me while i'm in the change room [and i don't give a shit if it's boxing day or not]. i think this should be automatically included in my bang for my buck. you figure when spending a few hundred dollars in a store you'd receive such 'bang' but according to the lousy handling received yesterday, my buck was not worth shit.

coming from a previous background in retail, let me make it clear to you all: serve your clients properly ...especially those who do not pester you tediously - but simply, just need a little help. remember, you are not the one shopping, you are the one serving. and in particular, do not act like a bitch when i'm cashing out. i am *this* close to throwing my purse in your ugly, disgruntled face.

exterior, superior

2007-12-27T09:49:00.000-05:00

My admiration for designers continues to soar as their imaginations and appropriations move forward with the times, always mixing the old with the new. It's lovely to view fourties glam or an old mans suited style fitted to a woman, usually of unrealistic proportions. Such idealism of models [obviously] intrigues me; I've grown accustom to the idea of playing daily "dress-up" when clothing myself in the morning or before I head out... I find it just makes life a little more interesting.

Cummerbunds are fun.

ps Lily Allen is dating Ed Simons, the dude from The Chemical Brothers.

and that is all.

there's nothing more true

2007-12-24T10:19:00.000-05:00

wearing a heel shorter than three and a half inches makes Manolo feel blue.

saturday skankin

2007-12-20T20:54:00.000-05:00

another night of sweaty, intense, passionate dubstep.
the wearing of pant(ie)s is not recommended.

the Oxford

2007-12-20T11:12:00.000-05:00

[ leather oxford style shoes with rubber sole, made by Joseph Box Co. in London, 1886 c/o http://flickr.com/photos/hkoslov ]

Its claim to fame was influenced by the prissy businessman that knew how to dress.
"To wear a patent leather or a brown suede?", he might have asked.

Here I present a purchase made in Late Winter/Early Spring 2007! A good look, as I apparently forsaw the coming of the "Oxford" for Fall.

Here, you might ask what an "oxford" exactly is. It can loosely be defined as:
"An Oxford shoe is a style of leather shoe with enclosed lacing. Oxford shoes are traditionally constructed of heavy leather and were historically rather plain. The shoes originally appeared in Scotland and Ireland, where they are occasionally called Balmorals. The design of the shoe is often plain, but may include some small ornamentation or perforations. The Balmoral, or true Oxford, has closed lacing, while the "Blucher" or "Derby" shoe (often referred to as a variety of Oxford) features open lacing.

Contemporary Oxford shoes may be constructed in many different styles bearing little resemblance to historical Oxford shoes. Contemporary Oxfords may be constructed of tanned leather, suede leather, or even synthetic materials. Most designs could be classified as dress shoes or dress casual. Most modern Oxfords have a piece of leather stitched over the toe section and are sometimes called cap-toe Oxfords or Oxford caps."

My infatuation with this style of shoe (both old and new) is going a tad haywire as flats, booties and peep toes continue to reappear anywhere and everywhere. See below for my wishlist...

But for now this girl can only dream.

pet peeve numero uno

2007-12-18T17:54:00.000-05:00

not to sound like your neighbourly cliche using her blog to vent her emotions but honestly, why do BAD things happen to good people? with the slight mishap that occurred on Friday night (my phone being stolen) it leads me to ponder as to why the fuck i would deserve that ...along with other little things (e.g. my car being broken into, twice, last year). i am good to my friends, i do not lie, i don't do anything bad (at least nothing that hurts others), nor do i do anything that involves bad karma toward myself ...but then this happens!

this upsets me, dearly.

signed,
bent

sorry for the lame post
please comment if you feel i've done something mean to you

update
8:21PM

OK, WTF! I JUST TRIPPED, FELL AND SCRAPPED MY ELBOW AND KNEE LIKE IT WAS 1995 AND I WAS STILL A TOMBOY.

UPDATE#2 8:52 20 Dec
I'm an idiot and really need to take time to revise my writing.

celeb blogworthy bs

2007-12-12T22:13:00.000-05:00

Finally!

A sign of relief can now be breathed as Jessica Alba is confirmed pregnant (what, she's like 40 now?) and the new America's Next Top Model has been chosen!

Also, after 11 A.M. tomorrow, I will have officially survived first semester back in the "University" life. And all will be good again!

Awaiting Friday's Celebratarding patiently... aghgahhagh
Click below to see the pictorial forecast care of the bday girl:

obrigado para a música

2007-12-06T14:27:00.000-05:00

listen while you read
Gregzinho - Seleção do Gringo

Came across a few articles and videos about this partially new (to us Westerners) genre of music entitled Baile (Bai-lee) Funk - the born relative to Funk Carioca with relations to Kuduro. One thing that boggles my mind is how avid music lovers, that including myself, continue to get down with lyrics they cannot understand (think Yelle or even Elephant Man for that matter).

Since I first heard of the aforementioned styles, there was something that [insanely] intrigued me. Samples from tunes that were made before I was born and lyrics that meant nothing but to basically loose your shit on the dance floor. This genre continues to re-sample all the same beats, but almost every time a new track comes out, the listeners jump on it like North Americans jump on Kanye's dick for another hit. Fortunately, their non evolving scene still consists of producers and lyricists that maintain the same thought and fondness for Baile.

Everything has become a melange - language and style-wise. Think Baile funk / Baltimore / Kuduro / Electrorave / Nu Rave / Ghetto tech / Booty Bass / Dubstep / Grime / Miami Bass / Dancehall / Crunk / Hyphy / Mash-up / WHATEVERTHEFUCKYOUWANACALLIT for a wider perspective on what I'm trying to get at.

Linguistics is an interest of mine and shit like Baile is what keeps me interested in music. Without the exposure to it at these so-called "hipster" parties I would've known jack about it, and if there is a high energy danceparty at night, you know I'm always down. The language barrier between cultures seems now to be non-existent. Since Baile has come about, a new hype for speaking Brazilian has come along too.. . check out the article here. Maybe Soulja Boy will learn Portuguese and "Superman" can be renamed "homem formidável" for the sake of our children.

After blogging about a style of music that's all about 'party and bullshit', I think I've spoken way too much shit at this point... but whatever! HOPE YOU'RE ENJOYING THE MIX

irina, pourquoi?

2007-12-06T13:39:00.000-05:00

il y a beaucoup de raisons pourquoi c'est elle que j'adore. ce n'est pas juste son style, mais sa personalité et son mode de pensée qui est très différent que la reste. regarder ici pour des explanations...

en français...

and in english...

UPSET

2007-12-05T19:23:00.001-05:00

How the hell does it take two months to receive a goddamn desk? With a name like "Yale" you figure its smart ass would've found its way to my bedroom by now, without getting lost in Montreal.

I'm also not feeling the $10 small King size packs of Parliaments I'm buying in Ontario... tell me why it costs 60% less, a four hour drive away? (Cupcakes in priority mail shipped to someone in the States who will mail me a few cartons!)

BUT on the UPside this is what Friday is going to resemble

nerdily excited

2007-12-02T18:10:00.000-05:00

i am not an acclaimed photographer (not even an amateur) - but i would now like to present (and gloat) on my recently published work.

Fox Theatre (click link to see Woodward Street, Fox Thetre promo shot / a few blog posts below for the original 800 x 600 resolution)

Got to big up the Viking Motel for the cherished memories and unforgettable stay (you'd really have to see this place in person to experience its piercing aura).

post #35660

2007-12-02T15:14:00.000-05:00

i youTube search and entertain myself when i don't feel like writing my (final) papers. meanwhile, i do find it worthwhile to bake and catch up on blogging. a cupcake goes out to the one who can find me the full video clips featured in this link...

Also, here's a video to brighten up your wintery day

2007-11-29T01:09:00.000-05:00

see labels,
go gah gah

All I Want for Christmas

2007-11-29T00:04:00.000-05:00

...are these two beautiful chairs,
which you do NOT want to know the price of.

iRap

2007-11-28T23:05:00.000-05:00

What do Boot Camp Clik and Snakes on a mother fuckin' Plane have in common? Just another one of my Saturday nights in Toronto ...DUH

I'm quite upset that I missed their show last Saturday evening. But the night did result in a most satisfying one that included the pleasures of ice cream eating and shitty (BUT amusing!) movie watching, all courtesy of Ms Gatto.

Moving on, here's a blast to your mid 90's baggy pant wearing past, when hip hop was at its peak (whatever the fuck you want that to mean)

DUNGAHGA! INNA BLAHBLAHBLAH

this is why Snoop drops it hotter than you do

2007-11-28T21:02:00.000-05:00

poplockinbottomdroppin goodness

Don't forget your soulclap and booty shorts.

Fox Theatre

2007-11-22T10:25:00.001-05:00

fox theatre
Originally uploaded by lushle

It's kind of cool to receive a request to use a picture you've taken for an online guide of Detroit. Hopefully they actually use it - if they do I'll post a link to the guide ...because you must visit Detroit at least once in your life.

LIMITLESSPASSION

2007-11-18T19:29:00.000-05:00

another success! i will let the pictures speak for themselves...

Click the link above for full photo coverage of the night

nuh touchy

2007-11-09T06:23:00.000-05:00

It's Friday morning, I'm blogging and it's goddamn early (and Olivia, if you're reading this, NO I DID NOT JUST COME HOME!)

Due to recovery (a.k.a laziness), midterms and projects I'm finally able post the photo ops from last weekends loveliness consisting of my girls, Ghislain Poirier's live P.A @ The Drake/then Circa (I DO NOT CLUB HOP ON THE REG) and of course, Mr. Diplodocus at B Live

Needless but I must remind ya'll to keep ya hoes in check before they get booted off stage by security.

Well there is my proof. Shit was straight bangin'. Must give recognition to ALIAS as it was his bday a few days ago but dude doesn't like to celebrate shit (the night of, weirdo).

Another weekend is upon us - time to git jiggy and twerk it.

Don't forget next Friday night PASSIONS is in town LIVE @ SNEAKY DEES c/o The Curb Crawlers & Fuckfaces
ugh this is all too muchie!

Cavalli madness @ H&M Yorkville

2007-11-08T18:04:00.001-05:00

After first hearing of the Roberto Cavalli for H&M launch some six months ago, me and a few other individuals have been oogling over sketches and previews via internet fashionista blogs. After about an hours wait with my lovely friends Ceejay & Demarco, the doors had finally opened. Lucky the Yorkville location was not too packed (in comparison to the Eaton Centre, or for that matter the megastore location in NYC with guest appearances by the man himself as well as Jessica Stam), we were able to snatch some of the goodies without fear of elbows in face. Trade offs were in full effect; one lovely lady, I must give recognition to, was nice enough to give me the chiffon snow gray leopard print halter dress in a size four (I LOVE YOU!!!!!) Thankfully I did not have to wait more than an hour nor have to throw a hissy fit (or get into a catfight) in order to get want I wanted.

Here's an image from one of the frenzies in the UK

weekend antics

2007-10-31T23:29:00.000-04:00

Limited selection from this weekends photos. You really had to be there to experience all the epic fun associated with these ravetastic couple of days.
A salute to TomClan; you boys ARE the rave.

Masia One

2007-10-26T13:55:00.000-04:00

The video for "Return of the B-Girl" has been officially released and is currently being rotated on MuchMusic and Much More Music.

It was a long, hot summer day spent in short high waisted hot shorts, so if you support local Canadian hip hop and hard work please vote for this video!

http://www.wearelistening.org/vote_nmva.php#

git your freak on

2007-10-26T00:32:00.000-04:00

courtesy of The Curb Crawlers

the breakfast of champions

2007-10-21T19:37:00.001-04:00

the breakfast of champions
Originally uploaded by lushle

you've been on my mind,
oh baby