Ever since I stepped in on the third floor of in Kemang, I've set my eyes on a record with its sleeve doning a woman holding a guitar with a cigarette in her mouth. The woman, , is , but her tendency to avoid the spotlight also makes her a mysterious, unknown character A personal favorite singer of mine, I finally chalked up the money to purchase the album titled and needless to say it was money well spent.
Karen Dalton is known to avoid the spotlight, preferring performing in front of an intimate audience of acquaintances rather than strangers, and this intimacy can really be felt in her albums. In 1966, (the label that reissued this record) unearthed , for a gig. (). In the songs you can hear both the discipline and focus that comes with practicing, and the care-free performance (particularly in Dalton's voice) in playing this music without a formal audience.
The opener, Tim Hardin's "" (whose most popular version is, perhaps, by Mr. Rod Stewart), really sums up Dalton very well - it is sweet, reserved without having to hide her vocal abilities, warm and rich even with the minimal instrumentation. Take a listen to the clip above and enjoy her music.
At the risk of turning our newly launched website into an fan page, do check out this chat A$AP (born ) did with . As with the other excellent RBMA 'Fireside Chats', the guest takes the listener through his/her life story accompanied by a selection of tracks to enhance the storytelling. Check out RBMA's write-up on the subject matter after the jump.
It’s one of the more obscure side notes of today’s musical landscape, that some of the best, style-defining albums are declared street- or mixtapes and never see a physical release. In 2011, this tendency reached its qualitative peak with seminal free-of-charge releases by , , , and, of course, , all of which pointed r&b and hip hop into directions everyone seemed to have been desperately waiting for. Despite sometimes questionable audio quality, the mixture of ASAP Rocky’s torn personality, ranging from über-flamboyant pretty boy tales to achingly detailed insights, with haunted, drug-fueled productions by the likes of or , created an atmosphere rarely heard on any hip hop album before. Hot on the heels of , Rakim Mayers, who aptly got named after the God MC himself, embarked on an extensive tour with and Kendrick Lamar, graced fanzines, lifestyle mags and late night shows worldwide, and collaborated with everyone from to , and to and . But Pretty Flacko kept his cool, even after signing an intimidatingly remunerated contract for his anticipated major debut . And while a large part of the scene seemed anxious to see him fall short off all self-imposed expectations, he hit them with . And . And . Basically every single sureshot he’s been wisely holding back for his first proper studio full-length. That pretty boy swag continues.
is the story of 5 records bought by 4 different -based record producers: . They received a brief to walk into their local thrift-store, pick 5 records worth $5 and create a completely new track using those purchased pieces of music. To make things extra tricky, they weren't allowed to add any drum machines, instruments or any other extra samples. This video is a documentation of that process, from the selection of records up to how they sliced and chopped the samples in order to create new music. Thanks to for the link.
Secondhand Sureshots
After 3 years of being established, is proud to announce a complete revamp of our website
The idea of change came to us a few months ago when we were mulling over the state of our media. We have always enjoyed putting together a mix of our interest on the web, but found it quite redundant in only ‘recycling’ news we found from other websites – not to mention how ineffective the instant pace information travels on the digital world nowadays. And so after many and long discussions in our meeting room, our team gathered our heads to finally decide on a format that will work for us – since we sit in the hub where a lot of creative energy can be seen, we have concluded to gather original content from our surroundings foremost before expanding our reach from time to time.
The most prominent changes – other than the new design layout – can be seen in the categorization of sections that has been tweaked and expanded. Among the highlights are:
The column section is presented by the number of our prolific guest columnist who is renowned for their reputation and skills in their respective field. Updated every week, column provides a platform where columnist can share their collection of opinions and ideas.
In Focus, we centre our interests on varying themes and subjects relating to arts, design, fashion, places, and entertainment that can be presented in many forms that include a fashion spread or a product review.
We also encourage brands and advertisers to use this section as an advertorial space to further enhance their branding communication through our creative direction.
In this section we bring to you an interview that focuses on respective personalities and their most valued surroundings – be it their home, studio, or any given space that gives them great comfort and inspiration.
As we were making the new Whiteboard Journal we looked at the previous W_Music’s audio format and wanted to expand on the original idea of it hosting music.
Combined with the formation of the new W_Music team which includes our long time contributors and masters of music selection Chandra Drews/Ffonz and Bergas Haryadita, we decided to take the W_Music concept further and create our own online radio
Through our event section we hope to keep our audience constantly updated with what’s going on around town through clear and concise information of monthly events and happenings that ranges from thematic events relating to food & drinks, music to even educational workshops.
In keeping the whole website visually in tuned, we now present to you the instagram account of 12 people in our social network which you can follow for your enjoyment.
This refreshed look will lead to many exciting projects both online and offline this year, so stay alert and we hope you will enjoy the news and stories we bring to you as much as we enjoyed putting them together.
, we decided to take the W_Music concept further and create our own online radio.
. This pop-up radio will be updated twice a week (Tuesdays and Fridays) with a set of programs that we believe will enrich your Whiteboard Journal experience. If you are reading this on the day we launch Whiteboard Journal, you will notice that there is only 4 shows currently available - be sure to get familiar with our radio player and tune in daily as we will reveal new programs during the month.
: Bergas Haryadita, W_Music’s music editor, is a seasoned DJ that has worked with many of the worlds best music groups including Japan’s FreeDisco, Rong Music, and London’s LaserMagnetic Crew. Bergas brings his years of experience and knowledge into W_Music with Bam Bam Jam, a program where he curates a selection of great music new and old. The program revolves around, but is not limited to, dance music.
This cat has a thing for jazz and its related bastard children. This cat does not spin what people want him to spin. This cat will only play his favourite records for your listening pleasure. When thinking of this Fat Cat, think Thelonious Monk, Kool G Rap, 4hero, Madlib, U-Roy, Dr. Octagon, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, Roy Ayers, Arthur Russel, Pharaoh Sanders, Airto Moreira and felines of that ilk.
Music is a personal thing. With the countless amount of musical styles and the even more abundant number of artists creating them there is a rich pool of music one can pick and choose their favorites from. Every casino online individual has their own preference, and in Selected, W_Music invite individuals to create a mixed bag of musical goodies. Each episode features a guest sharing their personal selection of songs with our audience, and with a variety of interesting personalities will come a variety of interesting music to listen to.
Even with the array of musical genres and sub-genres artists continue to explore the possibilities of new sonic landscapes, and with many musicians dedicated to their craft there is no shortage of diverse and original music produced. With such a rich pool of talents it was only right W_Music made a live performance segment featuring some of the finest musicians and the music that make them so unique.
Mar Galo has been a fan of Asian culture and its music for a great part of her life. Not only did she collect records during her 15 year-stay in New York City she was also a show promoter for various Japanese bands. Bamboo Twist is a show on W_Music where she shares her passion for the exotic sounds of Asia. From psychedelic, group sounds, a-go-go, to rock n’ roll, there is abundance of great music in you will hear in Bamboo Twist!
SoundClass is a program where guests from all walks of life are invited to bring their “desert island songs” to the show – songs that have personal value - and as they play their music share with us stories behind their selection. Music has a wonderful ability to create personal connections with listeners, and SoundClass is a program that brings you the many reasons why it is so.
With the formation of the W_Music team we decided it was time to bring back Whiteboard Journal"s offline music event: Cliff Notes. The monthly event is W_Music"s offline event focused on a selection of talents chosen for their outstanding work in their fields. Like the study guides that bear the same name, Cliff Notes is concise in presentation and is designed to be engaging and entertaining. This program records those performances and brings them to your homes.
Buzzing with controversy, getting to watch this documentary has been fulfilling in many ways. With the era of reformation, democracy along with freedom of speech has opened many cans of worms. In the past, it would be unthinkable for this country to be able to watch films on this topic. Following the documentary of 40 Years of Silence – An Indonesian Tragedy, offers a different point of view on the tragedy albeit hauntingly similar reenactment of the killings.
The film opens with a musical number of a score of women in cabaret outfit dancing next to the giant fish tunnel, along with a rotund man in a matching pink gown and head piece. With that, we knew we’d be in for some kind of a trip. The main star of this documentary, who self admitted to bearing a resemblance to Sidney Poitier, is that likeable bad guy we’d love to hate. As one of the many executioners appointed by the military to carry out the killings and tortures of hundreds, if not thousands, suspected member of PKI, Anwar’s demeanor could easily fool you into thinking he’s an eccentric artist. The filmmaker mostly follows Anwar whom almost always trailed by Herman, a chubby man with questionable sensibilities. What’s interesting is also the access that the filmmaker manages to gain, having captured some of the most candid moments of the country’s top politicians and leaders. . With that, this film offers an unprecedented, rare view of a certain legendary leader.
Going back to Anwar whom character we could completely root for if not for his past crime. He’s a complex character and as well as uncertain about what he has done. In the beginning, he seems to be this care-free person who still relishes in his past along with his cohorts. Toward the end, while re-enacting some of the killing scene, he started to develop a mix feeling that seems indescribable to him but can only be felt. His physical reaction was undeniably an admission of guilt while his mind is still teetering on the brink of it. All that culminating towards a very heart-wrenching ending which was difficult to watch.
. We get the phrase of ‘relax and rolex’ from one of the killers describing how they enjoy their life. The word ‘preman’ comes from the word ‘free man’ and was aptly supplemented with the song Born Free. One man’s blunt disclosure of remorselessness by declaring that ‘war crimes are being defined by the winner. And I’m the winner so I can make my own definition’.
Backstage Life Bareng Grrrl Gang di Episode Kelima Vindy Ngapain?
Tahun ini Grrrl Gang mendapatkan kesempatan untuk menjadi salah satu line up di We The Fest 2019, dan Vindy diperbolehkan untuk mengikuti aktivitas mereka.
Tahun ini Grrrl Gang mendapatkan kesempatan untuk menjadi salah satu line up di We The Fest 2019, dan Vindy diperbolehkan untuk mengikuti aktivitas mereka.
Son of another Indonesian great, multi-instrumentalist-Jack Lesmana, Indra Lesmana is a child prodigy who learned how to master the keys at a young age, with his first performances done at the age of ten to an audience of hundreds and thousands, and his first album released when he was 12 years old. From child to adulthood, Indra Lesmana has dedicated his life to music.
With currently over 50 albums released, his musical endeavors are not restricted to jazz, Indra Lesmana has also released a multitude of critically acclaimed pop records, winning a BASF Award for his meaningful pop numbers. Currently busy promoting the first LLW record, LLW being his modern jazz trio with bassist-Barry Likumahuwa and drummer-Sandy Winarta, Indra Lesmana spared some time our of his busy schedule to talk to W_Music about some highlights from his three decade-long career, LLW, and leaves the viewers and aspiring musicians some words of wisdom. Enjoy!
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Invent Your Future
Temukan siapa dirimu dan bagaimana karaktermu menentukan arah masa depan.
