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Still Walking on Sunshine

We tend to have a laugh at one-hit-wonders; you know those bands that have been so eclipsed by their hit, that their name doesn’t even ring a bell until someone says, “You know…they do (fill in the blank).” “Oh yeah,” you say, “I never would have known that was them.” That’s right; the sad fate [...]

Overheard at the Record Store-16

“They have a Creedence cassette. This is proof that miracles happen.” “You know you’re a record nerd when you’re looking at records under an electron microscope.” “I know I’ve entered the no-shit zone, but records are heavy.” “The ’60s did not end well for that guy.” “Do you have inspirational music for seminars?” “Hmm…like what?” [...]

It’s All How You See It

I’ve realized over the years, that great artists have exceptional means of seeing things; that the medium is incidental to the vision. Phil Hansen is a spot-on example of this philosophy, with his ability to create fantastic works of art using just about anything he wants. From paper or chalk, to ketchup, dandelions, and matches [...]

Hatch Show Print

“Advertising without posters is like fishing without worms.” —the Hatch Brothers “Preservation through Production” is the motto of one of the oldest print shops in the U.S. For the last 125+ years, the legendary Hatch Show Print, located in Nashville, Tn., has been rolling out posters for everything from musicians, politicians, and circuses to wedding [...]

Jumpology

According to the late photographer, Philippe Halsman, when people jump, we reveal our true selves. His theory, which he calls Jumpology, holds that when jumping, our attention is focused on the act itself, and any personal mask that we might be wearing, inevitably slips away, providing a glimpse into our authentic selves, if only for [...]

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