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Thursday, April 18, 2013
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Sunday, April 7, 2013
WITWRAPRIL13MIX
In yet another installment of Where in the World Radio...
I present to you...
With shit tons of next music coming up in the next few months, I figure it's only fair I share some of it. Some is out, some is coming, some you may have never heard if it weren't for this mix.
Solid from beginning to end, this mix features: Born Ruffians, Portugal. The Man, Black Angels, Mac Demarco, Devendra Banhart, Chuck Thomas, Grande Marshall with Saudi Money, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Tyler the Creator with Badu, Hanni El Khatib, Steaming Satellites, and Adam Brock.
Enjoy.
Or else.
I present to you...
Solid from beginning to end, this mix features: Born Ruffians, Portugal. The Man, Black Angels, Mac Demarco, Devendra Banhart, Chuck Thomas, Grande Marshall with Saudi Money, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Tyler the Creator with Badu, Hanni El Khatib, Steaming Satellites, and Adam Brock.
Enjoy.
Or else.
Monday, March 4, 2013
REVIEW: Chris Tucker in Doha
Qatar is no secret.
Qatar is flashy. Qatar is in your face. Qatar is the rooster strutting through the hen house with it's chest puffed and ruffled. It's shiniest feathers on display.
With visits and performances in the recent years by everyone from the A- List to the Z- List... it is home to one of the world's most confusing and "WTF?!" evoking events calendars.
From a film shoot by Kanye West to a beach party with Sisqo.
Juwan Howard watching Oscar Pistorious race a horse.
Bryan Adams selling out shows and Arrested Development playing a golf course.
Harlem Globetrotters in a shopping mall to no-name WWE wrestlers duking it out in a Burger King parking lot to Macy Gray playing a private party.
Events are often ill planned, ill promoted and ill choices.
But sometimes, there is the event that pops up and sparks my interest just enough to get me in the car, pushing through hordes of the same faces, and into a seat.
Chris Tucker at the Sheraton was the event last night.
Now... don't get me wrong... I do have a soft spot in my heart for Chris Tucker.
Smokey is undeniably one of the greatest characters in a stoner comedy ever.
His early years of stand up are hilarious. His Michael Jackson impressions are spot on.
His character and hair in 5th Element... well... that's a whole other story.
BUT... with all that said... My expectations were VERY low.
There is no denying what an appearance by Chris Tucker in Doha means.
He's broke.
It's no secret why wash ups and has beens flock to this part of the world.
But in their defense... Isn't that why we are all here?
We arrived 30 minutes early and waded through the sea of casual, red faced expats sipping Heineken bottles in the lobby. Every 9 steps stopping to say hello or casually head nodding at a friend, acquaintance or occasional person that I thought looked like someone else.
Entering the colossal auditorium space, it became evident to me... it didn't matter what you paid for your tickets. Every seat was equally shit and we all ended up watching the giant, poorly white balanced "live feed" monitors above the stage. Staring at the monitor for so long also made me forget at times that Chris Tucker was actually on that "stage" in the front of this room.
A warm up act (totally forget his name) took the stage and immediately set the tone for "no rules apply here tonight". Cocks, balls, Viagra and even some talk about church got the crowd remotely warmed up.
As he left the stage, people smiled at each other with the accepted and unspoken "Yeah. This is pretty cool, huh" face.
Then, with the microphone still on backstage, the opening act muttered some things and opened the side door to the stage. We all expected a "And now ladies and gentlemen.... CHRIS TUCKER!" but instead we got "Uhhh... What?... Uhhh....Ok.... Ladies and gentlemen... there will now be a 15 minute intermission".
A collective "HUH?" mummered across the auditorium.
Why have a warm up act and THEN an intermission? Doesn't that defeat the purpose?
The flood lights switched on like they had corralled all the vampires of the world into one place under the guise of a comedy show just to lock the door and melt them with the UV bulbs.
People got up and headed out of the auditorium and back to the bar, outside of a smoke, or just left altogether.
We stayed sitting as Christian rock music blared out from the sound system.
Our eyes darted around the room to see if anyone else was hearing the calls to "Jesus on high" and "My God, an awesome God".
Was this some kind of subliminal brain washing technique? Were we all being subjected to a cleverly disguised sermon?!?!
Finally... The lights dimmed and a video presentation of all of Chris Tucker's starring roles played on the monitors. Out of synch and poorly exported, the video had as much effect as if someone just took the mic and said "Now ladies and gentlemen... take our your iPhones and youtube your favorite Chris Tucker moment!"
He came out to a roar of applause as he shrieked and squealed into the microphone. The sheer volume made my ears feel like they were dripping blood. He wasted no time setting the tone. Cocks and balls and thobes.
As he rambled through a pretty disjointed and seemingly unprepared set, some things became clear:
1- His impressions are still bang on.
2- His jokes went on just a bit too long.
3- His financial situation became a bit depressing and slightly echoed the late days of Lenny Bruce.
4- Blatantly stole jokes from Chappelle and Aziz Ansari.
5- His suit pants were just not made for shining lights and big screens.
6- Probably shouldn't have ended the set with rape jokes... but hey... it was a long night.
7- He gave people their monies worth staying on stage for what felt like 2 hours.
8- The man is indeed gifted and can still bring a smile to my face.
All in all... Going into the night with low expectations might have been the best thing I could have possibly done. Had I hoped for the Chris Tucker of the past... I may have been disappointed or saddened by the shadow of his former self strutting across the stage.
As we walked out chuckling, I snagged a 4 per page flyer from under a Hummer's windshield.
Yet more proof of Qatar's "WTF?!" event calendar:
THE SUPREMES AND THE TEMPTATIONS LIVE IN QATAR
But I will give credit where credit is due...
Qatar is trying.
Qatar is flashy. Qatar is in your face. Qatar is the rooster strutting through the hen house with it's chest puffed and ruffled. It's shiniest feathers on display.
With visits and performances in the recent years by everyone from the A- List to the Z- List... it is home to one of the world's most confusing and "WTF?!" evoking events calendars.
From a film shoot by Kanye West to a beach party with Sisqo.
Juwan Howard watching Oscar Pistorious race a horse.
Bryan Adams selling out shows and Arrested Development playing a golf course.
Harlem Globetrotters in a shopping mall to no-name WWE wrestlers duking it out in a Burger King parking lot to Macy Gray playing a private party.
Events are often ill planned, ill promoted and ill choices.
But sometimes, there is the event that pops up and sparks my interest just enough to get me in the car, pushing through hordes of the same faces, and into a seat.
Chris Tucker at the Sheraton was the event last night.
Now... don't get me wrong... I do have a soft spot in my heart for Chris Tucker.
Smokey is undeniably one of the greatest characters in a stoner comedy ever.
His early years of stand up are hilarious. His Michael Jackson impressions are spot on.
His character and hair in 5th Element... well... that's a whole other story.
BUT... with all that said... My expectations were VERY low.
There is no denying what an appearance by Chris Tucker in Doha means.
He's broke.
It's no secret why wash ups and has beens flock to this part of the world.
But in their defense... Isn't that why we are all here?
We arrived 30 minutes early and waded through the sea of casual, red faced expats sipping Heineken bottles in the lobby. Every 9 steps stopping to say hello or casually head nodding at a friend, acquaintance or occasional person that I thought looked like someone else.
Entering the colossal auditorium space, it became evident to me... it didn't matter what you paid for your tickets. Every seat was equally shit and we all ended up watching the giant, poorly white balanced "live feed" monitors above the stage. Staring at the monitor for so long also made me forget at times that Chris Tucker was actually on that "stage" in the front of this room.
A warm up act (totally forget his name) took the stage and immediately set the tone for "no rules apply here tonight". Cocks, balls, Viagra and even some talk about church got the crowd remotely warmed up.
As he left the stage, people smiled at each other with the accepted and unspoken "Yeah. This is pretty cool, huh" face.
Then, with the microphone still on backstage, the opening act muttered some things and opened the side door to the stage. We all expected a "And now ladies and gentlemen.... CHRIS TUCKER!" but instead we got "Uhhh... What?... Uhhh....Ok.... Ladies and gentlemen... there will now be a 15 minute intermission".
A collective "HUH?" mummered across the auditorium.
Why have a warm up act and THEN an intermission? Doesn't that defeat the purpose?
The flood lights switched on like they had corralled all the vampires of the world into one place under the guise of a comedy show just to lock the door and melt them with the UV bulbs.
People got up and headed out of the auditorium and back to the bar, outside of a smoke, or just left altogether.
We stayed sitting as Christian rock music blared out from the sound system.
Our eyes darted around the room to see if anyone else was hearing the calls to "Jesus on high" and "My God, an awesome God".
Was this some kind of subliminal brain washing technique? Were we all being subjected to a cleverly disguised sermon?!?!
Finally... The lights dimmed and a video presentation of all of Chris Tucker's starring roles played on the monitors. Out of synch and poorly exported, the video had as much effect as if someone just took the mic and said "Now ladies and gentlemen... take our your iPhones and youtube your favorite Chris Tucker moment!"
He came out to a roar of applause as he shrieked and squealed into the microphone. The sheer volume made my ears feel like they were dripping blood. He wasted no time setting the tone. Cocks and balls and thobes.
As he rambled through a pretty disjointed and seemingly unprepared set, some things became clear:
1- His impressions are still bang on.
2- His jokes went on just a bit too long.
3- His financial situation became a bit depressing and slightly echoed the late days of Lenny Bruce.
4- Blatantly stole jokes from Chappelle and Aziz Ansari.
5- His suit pants were just not made for shining lights and big screens.
6- Probably shouldn't have ended the set with rape jokes... but hey... it was a long night.
7- He gave people their monies worth staying on stage for what felt like 2 hours.
8- The man is indeed gifted and can still bring a smile to my face.
All in all... Going into the night with low expectations might have been the best thing I could have possibly done. Had I hoped for the Chris Tucker of the past... I may have been disappointed or saddened by the shadow of his former self strutting across the stage.
As we walked out chuckling, I snagged a 4 per page flyer from under a Hummer's windshield.
Yet more proof of Qatar's "WTF?!" event calendar:
THE SUPREMES AND THE TEMPTATIONS LIVE IN QATAR
But I will give credit where credit is due...
Qatar is trying.
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Introducing... THE FILM HOUSE
I have eluded to. Hinted at it. Teased it.
But have yet to truly "spill the beans".
Until now.
Prepare for the beans to scatter.
I have indeed changed directions slightly on the path of "careerdom".
Having been lucky enough to meet the right people who have faith in me and my ideas...
I am proud to introduce...
Since our inception a few months back, we have begun to build an A-Team of talented filmmakers and artists from around the world as well as start producing work for some of our favorite international and local companies.
We are looking to raise the bar on production in Doha from photo shoots to feature films.
There isn't anything we can't do and we plan to show that soon.
Although most of our current projects are still pretty "secret"...
We are proud to share one of our published works/collaborations.
This photo appears on Levis501.com microsite that has been set up to inspire and celebrate a major milestone for the Levi's brand.
The photo was taken by The Film House's Omar Khalifa and features our favorite model/designer/blogger/rad girl, Carla Mallari.
Even though we are over the moon about this photo...
This is only a taster of what is to come.
Keep your eyes and ears peeled.
THE FILM HOUSE is here.
Follow us on Twitter: @filmhouseqatar
Friend us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FilmHouseQatar
But have yet to truly "spill the beans".
Until now.
Prepare for the beans to scatter.
I have indeed changed directions slightly on the path of "careerdom".
Having been lucky enough to meet the right people who have faith in me and my ideas...
I am proud to introduce...
We are looking to raise the bar on production in Doha from photo shoots to feature films.
There isn't anything we can't do and we plan to show that soon.
Although most of our current projects are still pretty "secret"...
We are proud to share one of our published works/collaborations.
The photo was taken by The Film House's Omar Khalifa and features our favorite model/designer/blogger/rad girl, Carla Mallari.
Even though we are over the moon about this photo...
This is only a taster of what is to come.
Keep your eyes and ears peeled.
THE FILM HOUSE is here.
Follow us on Twitter: @filmhouseqatar
Friend us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FilmHouseQatar
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
DJ Siege Presents CHUCK THOMAS - Holdin' It Down Mixtape
Chuck Thomas has been at it since the late 90's. The man is dedicated.
No one can take that away from him.
And in this mixtape some of his darkest times are exposed. His most difficult trials and tribulations become clear. Years of addiction, heartbreak, and failure have led Chuck to open up on this new mixtape presented by DJ Siege.
Are his rhymes perfect? No.
Is his delivery spot on all the time? No.
Is that important? Nope.
Are his words heartfelt and sincere? Yes.
Is his drive and dedication something we could all learn from? Yes.
Is this a record you should listen to? Yes.
DOWNLOAD IT HERE FOR FREE
Sunday, February 24, 2013
WHERE IN THE WORLD RADIO - FEB 2013
With mountains of new music to sift through... it's only fair that I share some of my favorites with you.
Without further adieu....
I present to you...
WHERE IN THE WORLD RADIO: Feb 2013
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41 minutes of new music, old music, nice music, real music, tight music, hang loose music... and any other adjective that you choose. Besides "shitty".
This mix features: Indians, Lord Huron, Growlers, Hank Williams, The Underachievers, Chuck Thomas, Jessica Lea Mayfield, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Local Natives, Kitty, Daisy & Lewis, and Alabama Shakes.
Without further adieu....
I present to you...
WHERE IN THE WORLD RADIO: Feb 2013
41 minutes of new music, old music, nice music, real music, tight music, hang loose music... and any other adjective that you choose. Besides "shitty".
This mix features: Indians, Lord Huron, Growlers, Hank Williams, The Underachievers, Chuck Thomas, Jessica Lea Mayfield, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Local Natives, Kitty, Daisy & Lewis, and Alabama Shakes.
Monday, January 14, 2013
VICE X W HOTELS X INTEL X TAREK AND I
In my last post (over 2 months ago), I eluded to a shoot that I had just wrapped for VICE. I couldn't share any details... because... well... that's how it goes.
BUT...
Now that the films are live online.
Let's talk away.
Vice partnered with W Hotels and Intel and Roman Coppola and a thousand other people to do a project called "Four Stories". Through a scriptwriting competition, they found the best 4 scripts to shoot in various W Hotel locations around the world.
One being Doha.
That's where Tarek and I come in.
We were super lucky to be the official on set documentarians of MODERN/LOVE.
The film was directed by the super talented, uber cool Lee Toland Krieger (director of The Vicious Kind and Celeste and Jesse Forever) and starred Robert Schwartzman (of Rooney fame and/or brother of Jason Schwartzman and/or cousin of Sophia Coppola etc etc) and the beautiful, next big star, Naomi Scott.
Here is the film. Trust me... it's really worth the 9+ minutes to see how beautiful they made Doha look on screen.
And here is the "Making Of"
This was all shot by Tarek Esber and I (with the exception of Lee and the producer interviews which were shot in LA by someone else).
*If you watch closely, you'll see a cameo by me as well
Very pleased with the outcome and honored by the experience to work with such a talented cast and crew. Hoping this is the first of many collaborations with VICE.
BUT...
Now that the films are live online.
Let's talk away.
Vice partnered with W Hotels and Intel and Roman Coppola and a thousand other people to do a project called "Four Stories". Through a scriptwriting competition, they found the best 4 scripts to shoot in various W Hotel locations around the world.
One being Doha.
That's where Tarek and I come in.
We were super lucky to be the official on set documentarians of MODERN/LOVE.
The film was directed by the super talented, uber cool Lee Toland Krieger (director of The Vicious Kind and Celeste and Jesse Forever) and starred Robert Schwartzman (of Rooney fame and/or brother of Jason Schwartzman and/or cousin of Sophia Coppola etc etc) and the beautiful, next big star, Naomi Scott.
Here is the film. Trust me... it's really worth the 9+ minutes to see how beautiful they made Doha look on screen.
And here is the "Making Of"
This was all shot by Tarek Esber and I (with the exception of Lee and the producer interviews which were shot in LA by someone else).
*If you watch closely, you'll see a cameo by me as well
Very pleased with the outcome and honored by the experience to work with such a talented cast and crew. Hoping this is the first of many collaborations with VICE.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Life (in bullet points)
I am well aware of the lack of writing on this blog lately.
No need to remind me.
Looks like the last time I really wrote anything was in July. And even that was a bit of a cop out.
SOOO...
For all the fact finders, exploration trackers, and Justin Kramer stalkers... Here's my life since August....
In bullet points.
Once that is done, a new chapter in my life shall be revealed.
Until then... sit tight.
Simmer on this.
Let it marinate.
Yum.
No need to remind me.
Looks like the last time I really wrote anything was in July. And even that was a bit of a cop out.
SOOO...
For all the fact finders, exploration trackers, and Justin Kramer stalkers... Here's my life since August....
In bullet points.
- Early August- Flew to Seattle for Freund's wedding and a serious helping of camping, hiking and general wood land debauchery. Peep video highlights HERE.
- Mid August- Spent some much need time at home getting my head back on straight and working through some grown man shit. Tall grass, a horses back, and American flags really did the trick.
- August 29th- Celebrated Lauren's birthday with blind folded pictionary
- September 13- Got a stand up paddle board and boy is it sweet.
- September 12- Saw Robot & Frank. Loved the shit out of it.
- September 27- Jumped on a flight to Dubai to catch The Black Lips as they toured the Middle East. Despite the fact that I love the band for being bad... the badness was simply... bad. A hobbled leg, restrictions on drinking and kissing, possible tone deafness and a sound system that blurted out muffled, forgotten lyrics made for one of the least entertaining Black Lips shows I've ever seen. Regardless, seeing them out of context was quite thrilling.
- October 25th- Hit Crete with the McCarthy clan. As expected, it was an incredible trip. Lots of food, sun, booze, food, sun, and booze. Even a few Rainbow Trout.
- Early November- Completed a shoot for VICE magazine. Should be up soon. Until then, can't tell you any of the details. Live wit it.
Once that is done, a new chapter in my life shall be revealed.
Until then... sit tight.
Simmer on this.
Let it marinate.
Yum.
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
WITWR presents HOT-TOBER 2
Yup. Its that time again.
44 minutes of music that you may or may not know but will surely enjoy.
Get involved
DOWNLOAD IT HERE
44 minutes of music that you may or may not know but will surely enjoy.
Get involved
DOWNLOAD IT HERE
Thursday, September 27, 2012
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