It is mostly a memory now, the part I took in bringing info. from the Reggae-Rock scene to the people and fans. It all seemed so easy; yet, it was work! It was a great freelance job because it was and still can be considered a movement - there are people who use this music to alleviate some of their stress from everyday demands and injustices. It is a nice way to unwind or just listen to some really good tunes. I had it all when I wrote about music because I was able to check it out and then tell a story. It was awesome!
Nowadays, I wonder whether I should keep it all in a memory box. It is hard because I am with a musician who is still active in his band. In fact, the band is great and I should be excited that I get to go to their shows and listen to powerful music. It is more relaxing and fun to enjoy music vs. criticize it. Here I am, however, trying to decide if I should get involved again.
There are many reasons why I do not want to go down that road another time. I have tried my hand twice at getting involved in the music scene and I did not enjoy doing so as a journalist. I did not like having to compete with non-media to secure passes, I do not enjoy the favoritism, and it is, indeed, work. In fact, the main reason I would go back to reporting on the happenings is to bring information to the people. I believe I am doing some a favor by delivering awareness on what can touch a soul or move a body. I just cannot stand the industry portion of the music scene.
I am here with Pandora's Box and it is as if angels are telling me to go out and give information freely to the masses; yet, I still hesitate. Information is not free - in fact, it takes a lot of time and dedication. It can be enjoyable but it is a job. Although I could be useful to many parts of it, something is also telling me to leave it in the past. I should let it go like so many other things on my wish-list.
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5.06.2019
9.23.2017
KAABOO
Admittedly, it has been a while since I have gone to a giant music festival. I used to pioneer with others in the pursuit of the ultimate music experience reminiscent of the stories I had heard of the 1960s and 1970s live-music scene, as well as the current corporate-run ones which attract all kinds of tourism -isms to the organic scene.
KAABOO of Del Mar, San Diego, California is the type of festival where they aim for the "full-sensory experience" according to their complete guide to KAABOO. That means, if music, comedy and art is not enough for one's perception of entertainment, there is also cooking, "indulgences" (aimed toward women), a pool area, a music nightclub, and various festival food and picnic areas.
At first glance, it appears like any other music festival where one can go grab a drink and go listen to live music - concert style- be free, and indulge in the live-music scene. Indeed, that is promised, but at $11-$14 per 12 oz. beer, it suddenly appears as if one will have to prepare for the budgeting of their alcohol tab. Top-shelf liquor, please!
Aside from avoiding the costly drinks, which the festival seemingly knows is a handicap for the average attendee in the Hang Loose budget, there is also costly food and a contemporary art area which promises better food for almost as much as one pays for regular festival food.
KAABOO had suddenly appeared to be a glimpse of living the high-life! Looking around, it was clear that in order to experience this type of music festival, one would have to pay deeply out of his or her pocket. Perhaps a large percentage was somehow able to obtain free tickets; it is well-worth it, considering how much one would expect to pay in such a lavish festival! Was this a ploy to have the average, low to middle-class person experience the lifestyle of those who frequently spend their day experiencing these types of things? There were simply too many restricted areas to tell; however, if a human zoo with lookout areas ever existed on Earth, KAABOO would likely be the innovation of it.
During the 3-day weekend of live-music, art, BAR, comedy, watching cooking shows from afar, electric music, watching photographers and videographers running across fairgrounds, BAR, bathroom island, large-screen TV viewing area, art museum, BAR, sand, and fake grass, to name a few areas, one wonders how many cannot become simply exhausted and overwhelmed! Perhaps some were, and some were not. After all, there was also quite a mix of people, including those from an older (most-likely steadier) background and those who associate as "millennial" young. There was hydration stations and areas to hide from the crowd. There was chill areas, but perhaps, not enough. Indeed, it was like the Disneyland of festivals!
In all its glories of sharing in music, art, comedy, indulgences, and high-level areas, this writer and observer of people can only conclude that such far-reaching festivals do have all the glory; however, at what cost? Cost is everything in an endeavor which pursues profit and impact, and since KAABOO is an annual occurrence, hopefully the amount of attendees makes up for the overpriced alcohol and food. Only the KAABOO accountant can know for sure!
UNTIL NEXT TIME....
-SD Liz
KAABOO of Del Mar, San Diego, California is the type of festival where they aim for the "full-sensory experience" according to their complete guide to KAABOO. That means, if music, comedy and art is not enough for one's perception of entertainment, there is also cooking, "indulgences" (aimed toward women), a pool area, a music nightclub, and various festival food and picnic areas.
At first glance, it appears like any other music festival where one can go grab a drink and go listen to live music - concert style- be free, and indulge in the live-music scene. Indeed, that is promised, but at $11-$14 per 12 oz. beer, it suddenly appears as if one will have to prepare for the budgeting of their alcohol tab. Top-shelf liquor, please!
Aside from avoiding the costly drinks, which the festival seemingly knows is a handicap for the average attendee in the Hang Loose budget, there is also costly food and a contemporary art area which promises better food for almost as much as one pays for regular festival food.
During the 3-day weekend of live-music, art, BAR, comedy, watching cooking shows from afar, electric music, watching photographers and videographers running across fairgrounds, BAR, bathroom island, large-screen TV viewing area, art museum, BAR, sand, and fake grass, to name a few areas, one wonders how many cannot become simply exhausted and overwhelmed! Perhaps some were, and some were not. After all, there was also quite a mix of people, including those from an older (most-likely steadier) background and those who associate as "millennial" young. There was hydration stations and areas to hide from the crowd. There was chill areas, but perhaps, not enough. Indeed, it was like the Disneyland of festivals!
In all its glories of sharing in music, art, comedy, indulgences, and high-level areas, this writer and observer of people can only conclude that such far-reaching festivals do have all the glory; however, at what cost? Cost is everything in an endeavor which pursues profit and impact, and since KAABOO is an annual occurrence, hopefully the amount of attendees makes up for the overpriced alcohol and food. Only the KAABOO accountant can know for sure!
UNTIL NEXT TIME....
-SD Liz
6.25.2014
It's Political, Obviously!
To all the hard-working, creative people out there, HOLLLLLLA! Seriously...
We are the people who help contribute to BRAND NEW THINGS- whether it be objects, art, ideas, or a brand new city, we help change and motivate the world! "Not always," some may think out loud! Some people don't want change, and that's okay because some of us are motivators while others like to kick back! That's fine! Either way, change is constant, and those who add color and creativity usually add something new! So, cheers to us who are motivated to add to our ever-changing world!
On my very own journey of creativity, I know I can stumble upon blocks! Emotions, stress, and mundane occurrences can happen which pushes creativity to the side; yet, I must persist! We must persist! However anyone persists, focus is key! What are we really focusing on? Some may say they want change, but are unwilling to change their own self- let alone change the world! So, each of us must grind each day while never forgetting what most of us are here to do- explore, think, bond, and LIVE!
On our way, we can add a little zest, annoyance, or deep-thought to that which we encounter. For, while we encounter today's world, we are stimulated by all sorts of things! I record this as a writer, after all! I observe constant motivations, and see how each of us have a choice to either go with the current flow, or resist most things! Some of us still insist on resisting... some of us don't care... while some of us flow and add something different- something unique! However any of us persist, we should not do it with violence, anger, frustration, and a closed-mind! Sure, some of us will shrug OFF this accurate observation, but limited thinking will get those in trouble, for they mostly seek violence and rebellion! As humanity has shown, this causes uproars and war- something most of us seek to avoid!
I have grown as a writer, and as a writer, I often bring information, insight, or inspiration... just to add a little zest to the day-to-day operations! In fact, most of us do this now! We join social media networks, and we post anything! Information appears infinite! Situations seemingly so, too! We are connected in ways not imagined before, and we got the technology to prove it! GO HUMANITY!
Music is life! I love music and wasn't even thinking about writing on it until I was approached to do so. For this, I will always be thankful! One cannot really describe the feeling of bringing the vibe of a party to life on paper, but nothing pleases a writer (or, artist) more than to be able to transfer these events, thoughts, and ideas to our physical world! Creativity is source, for sure!
With all that stated, I am pleased to introduce my first political article dealing with the U.S. response to Iraq, and how we are handling our very own politics! With an interest in how our world spins, other interests include how each country handles issues and responds to various changes. To be where we are today with all our technology, communication, and personal options, it really puts a new spin on our world- even if some of us are still not there yet!
So, go out and enjoy the world! Do not be afraid of being outside unless there is constant and unbearable violence and bickering--which, for that, I am sorry! Understand, it is in the humblest of places where one can truly find beauty... deep within one's heart!
Until the next writing session, thank you so much for reading my material, and JAH bless each heart! Take care, always!
We are the people who help contribute to BRAND NEW THINGS- whether it be objects, art, ideas, or a brand new city, we help change and motivate the world! "Not always," some may think out loud! Some people don't want change, and that's okay because some of us are motivators while others like to kick back! That's fine! Either way, change is constant, and those who add color and creativity usually add something new! So, cheers to us who are motivated to add to our ever-changing world!
On my very own journey of creativity, I know I can stumble upon blocks! Emotions, stress, and mundane occurrences can happen which pushes creativity to the side; yet, I must persist! We must persist! However anyone persists, focus is key! What are we really focusing on? Some may say they want change, but are unwilling to change their own self- let alone change the world! So, each of us must grind each day while never forgetting what most of us are here to do- explore, think, bond, and LIVE!
On our way, we can add a little zest, annoyance, or deep-thought to that which we encounter. For, while we encounter today's world, we are stimulated by all sorts of things! I record this as a writer, after all! I observe constant motivations, and see how each of us have a choice to either go with the current flow, or resist most things! Some of us still insist on resisting... some of us don't care... while some of us flow and add something different- something unique! However any of us persist, we should not do it with violence, anger, frustration, and a closed-mind! Sure, some of us will shrug OFF this accurate observation, but limited thinking will get those in trouble, for they mostly seek violence and rebellion! As humanity has shown, this causes uproars and war- something most of us seek to avoid!
I have grown as a writer, and as a writer, I often bring information, insight, or inspiration... just to add a little zest to the day-to-day operations! In fact, most of us do this now! We join social media networks, and we post anything! Information appears infinite! Situations seemingly so, too! We are connected in ways not imagined before, and we got the technology to prove it! GO HUMANITY!
Music is life! I love music and wasn't even thinking about writing on it until I was approached to do so. For this, I will always be thankful! One cannot really describe the feeling of bringing the vibe of a party to life on paper, but nothing pleases a writer (or, artist) more than to be able to transfer these events, thoughts, and ideas to our physical world! Creativity is source, for sure!
With all that stated, I am pleased to introduce my first political article dealing with the U.S. response to Iraq, and how we are handling our very own politics! With an interest in how our world spins, other interests include how each country handles issues and responds to various changes. To be where we are today with all our technology, communication, and personal options, it really puts a new spin on our world- even if some of us are still not there yet!
So, go out and enjoy the world! Do not be afraid of being outside unless there is constant and unbearable violence and bickering--which, for that, I am sorry! Understand, it is in the humblest of places where one can truly find beauty... deep within one's heart!
Until the next writing session, thank you so much for reading my material, and JAH bless each heart! Take care, always!
3.03.2014
Honor To Review Tribute To The Legends
After a couple of weeks of battling three blank e-pages to post up a review on The 33rd Annual Tribute To The Reggae Legends, it was honorary in having been able to witness and record such an epic event as The WorldBeat Center's Tribute To The Reggae Legends for 2014!!! After finishing a weekend inclusive of reggae-rock and reggae/hip-hop music, it was quite certain roots Reggae music was going to steal my heart! Indeed, the people who make all of that possible made that decision easy for me that Monday afterward! There is No Comparison pertaining to the art, history, and culture of roots reggae music! Just noticing the dedication, family feel, and connection makes anyone realize that in order to appreciate roots Reggae music, one must appreciate its art, history, culture, and people! Though reggae music has influenced other genres as well, there is nothing that can compare to honoring the Legends who have made such a significant contribution to Reggae, and to be able to record such moments in a tribute is one of the best highlights of my writing career! JAH Bless those who dedicate their Life to contributing to such beauty and art, and may JAH continue to BLESS YOU! One Love, always!
My review of The 33rd Annual Tribute To The Reggae Legends which occurred Monday, February 17th, 2014, can be found via TopShelfReggae.com at: http://topshelfreggae.com/news/the-33rd-annual-tribute-to-the-reggae-legends-festival
Thank You for taking the time to contribute too by reading the above link! Roots-Rock-Reggae
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