Free Music For Free, No really...

A few weeks ago I found out that one of my favorite music artists, Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails, has released an online-only album for download called the slip.



Not throwaway songs, no freestyles, but an actual studio produced quality album for free

In this new era of sagging record sales, fluffy pop stars, and ringtone beat rappers, how could he possibly put an album out completely for free? No videos, no magazine promotion and yet everyone knew about it.

On top of that, he was releasing a "limited edition" physical version with a dvd of performances. I think I missed the boat because I can't find it.

Though I downloaded it for free, and love it almost as much as With_Teeth, I still want to buy the actual CD so I can have the artwork from the inside jacket.



Whoever designs for him is lucky; NIN CD packages are usually so out there.

His past albums and remix albums have had an organic, rusted metal feel to go along with the industrial sound. Later albums have a digital-pixeled feel as he seemed to get more into a synthetic piano, instrumental sound.

With_Teeth


Year Zero


I'm getting more an more hype the more I talk about it!! Check out the song 1,000,000 Every time I hear this song I feel like I'm in a Nike commercial running 100 miles an hour.

Feel free to rock out with me!!!!



I'm kicking myself for not going to the concert...

Charnéy's Photoshoot #1

Earlier this month I was able to get a hold of Charnéy to shoot some photos before she goes back to school. We had hoped to shoot earlier in the day, but she came late and we didn't have much time. I hate the late summer when the days begin to get short. I did the best I could in the dark.

We shot on Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

I love the energy she brings! Such an actress...

2008 Olympics: Watching the world with no sleep

I have been up till 5am nearly every night looking at the 2008 Summer Olympics.

Considering my competitive nature I shouldn't be surprised that I can't tear myself away from watching the athlete's of the world living out their dreams playing against each other.

My main focus was USA Basketball and whether we were going to get our asses handed to us again. Finally, we got players who are more focused. I've been watching swimming, volleyball, gymnastics, diving, track, and enjoying all of the back stories and achievements. Micheal Phelps 8 Gold Medals (didn't the Chinese consider 8 lucky and why they wanted the Olympics this year?), Women's Volleyball getting a 2ND Gold in a row, etc.

I'm going to be sad when it ends



I like how they managed to merge elements of Chinese calligraphy in the official version and the Great Wall into the much complained about NBC logo.

Been away too long!!

Sorry for the lack of updates. I can't believe its been a month. July came in with a bang and I've been busy with a site I'm designing.

I came across this Obama poster from the guys at Morning Breath. I love these guys typography.

The Fly Event 2008

Last Friday, my friend Andrea celebrated her blogs' 2 year anniversary with an event at Vintage Connection, one of her favorite boutiques. She had a nice little turnout, serving goodies and welcoming everyone. I hung out with the ladies, took photos & ate and drank. Too bad they had no mens clothes, but it was a still life goldmine for my camera.



Thanks to the shop owner, Heather and their staff. The decorations were amazing. Andrea took the shop over as many of her friends and blog readers came out to support. See more photos here