Un-Charted Music News My Heart Extends Its Gratitude

I had the pleasure of writing a guest peice for Un-Charted Music News This Monday.

Its an amazing little blog, With stats that put my own to shame!

If you follow my blog for the music then You'll love what writer Joe Mayo has to offer.

Check it out HERE!

An Urban Explorers Dream And A Girl With A Camera

About month or so ago it was brought to my attention by a Fox News Story That the abandoned New Orleans Six Flags, has become an urban explorers play ground. Since then I've dremed of roaming through the ghostly amusement park. Unfortunatley I have not recieved that chance (Though I've yet to give up) but in the mean time, I've discovered someone who has.

[Megan of Megan Something Photography]

When I came across Megan Something Photography's Band Promos featuring my rusted wonderland, I knew she was someone worth featuring. So check her out and show her photos some love! [PS - Her Prices Are Wonderful Also]

[Megan Shoots Band Dodging Catherine in the Abandoned Six Flags]

Comedy of Another Kind [Steve Anderson is Outta This World]

@Mr_Shtevie

If you aren't following Steve Anderson On Twitter?

Dr. Laxx Will Find You And Will Be On You Like A Lacross Playing Jason So Do It.

[PS If You Dont Know Who Dr. Laxx Is, That Means You Haven't Subscribed To Steve's YouTube Page Check Him Out Here! Steve Anderson Is An Absolutely Hilarious Comedian With A Great You Tube Channel And I Wanna Give Him A Leg Up]

Not Your Regular "Monday" Blues [Monday Valentines]

" We are Monday Valentines and we're here to make you feel good and junk!" Was the status posted on Kentwood's Indie/Rock 'n' Roll Band, Monday Valentines' FaceBook. I have to say I can't disagree. With many strides taken since I last covered them Here, in March. A recent show at The Cypress Venue in Metairie proved to be successful, with a loudly positive response from fans. I was unfortunately not able to attend and greatly regretted it. Most excitedly they've finally recorded, and not to disappoint the new song "Something More" does in fact "Make you feel good and junk" but don't just take my word for it, give if a listen Here and when you love it (Because you will) go ahead and download it because this song is a must for any play list.

So lets make our way over to their FaceBook and give Monday Valentines some praise and while you're at it don't forget a fist bump for their lovely manager, The Brilliant Katie Allen.

Breaking The Chains In Our Small Town Cave [The Fallen Whistles]

Imagine, being a child, stolen away from your family by strangers in the night. You're dropped into a hole among 300 other boys, not one of you is over 15. There you sit for up to 20 hours a day stagnating in your own excrement. The four hours you're let out are filled with abuse and fire arm training, until you are once again thrown into your own filth.

This is the reality children in the Congo are living day to day.

The imagery is heart wrenching on its own, but the true horror lies with the ones too small to handle a gun. In their tiny, children hands they are given nothing more than a whistle and then marched to the front of a line. Their purpose? To make enough noise to draw the enemy's attention and then with their small, innocent, little bodies, to receive the first line of fire.
They are the whistle blowers and this is their story.

Luckily Efforts Are Being Made To Advocate and Rehabilitate Those Affected By The War. I Challenge You To Explore More of This Heart Breaking Story Here.

Pass On The Story, Raise Awareness, And I'll Be Up To Date On Ways To Get Involved Locally Soon.

Its A Pretty Day Outside For Satan

[107 Degrees. That is Unreal]

Well, my last summer as a child has begun to end. In less than a week and a half I will be moving into the Miller Mansion at LSU. As the summer winds to an end I can say one thing and one thing alone, It is Hot. Tiffany, DJ, and I sat down outside for a summer lunch on a sunny day. Needless to say when we realised we were going to be visiting for awhile we relocated to the sweet nirvana of air conditioning. One complaint that cant be made was that it wasnt worth it, We had a lovely evening and ended up emmeressed in four hours of pure conversation. I hope that my last few days can be so sweet.

Suprise Surprise Our Dear Tiffany Is Now Representing In The Auburn Club With Her Best Friend. With Plans To Visit New Orleans and One More Good Trip Down Town, We Wont Fail To Bring You More Adventures Befor The Summer Ends.

Hopefully Tiffany Wont Be The Only One Im Reporting On Adventures With. DJ and I Have Plans To Visit The Planeterium Once School Starts. Im Proud To Say Ive Finally Found Someone Who Can Banter In Compleat Perfection With Me. The Phrase "Talk Nerdy To Me" Has Been Used. Oh Yes, I Am A Happy Camper.

Free Stranger Stranger Downloads! This Weekend Only!

Stranger Stranger Have Free Downloads From Now Until Sunday Morning. After That You'll Have To Wait To Hear Them On CD.

Dont Miss Out On Our Favorite Band.

Get Them Here!

Dont Make Me Laugh...[Spotlight on YouTube Wonder Steve Anderson]

"I'm More Of A G Than That String In Your Pants Come On Baby Take It Off Cause This Is Romance..." -Steve Anderson

I stumbled upon Steve Anderson, Ammature Comedian/Up and Coming You Tube Sensation Today On Facebook and I Had To Give The Guy Props, His Quirky Songs Were Worth More Than A Smile. With An Adorable Face, Boppy Music and Fun Witty Lyrics, There Is No Denying That This Guy Is Onto Something. My Only Complaint Was That There Isnt More Of Him. Keep Them Coming Steve And We'll Keep Watching At NotSteveAndersonsYouTubeChannel!

Good Luck :)

"There are Never Enough I Love Yous - Lenny Bruce" Thank You and Another Summer Adventure

Well Im back To Blogging and I Have To Say Im Highly Impressed With My Readers, Despite My Absence Last Month This Sweet Little Blog Still Managed To Pull In Over 200 Views! I Remember When I Was Excited About 60Views And As We Approach Our 7th Month We Are Rounding Up To 2000. Now I Know In A World Of Facebook and Google That Isnt Much, But Im Fairly Happy With The Readers This Little Blog Has Pulled In. You Guys Are Wonderful And I Love You, Bare With Me As We March On In The Big Bad Internet World.

And Now...
An Update On My Summer Adventures!
Well Me And Tiffany Headed Off For Another Adventure...But This Time We Skipped Dinner and a Movie, Started Early, and Hit The Streets.

Our First Stop Was Discoveries. An amazing little furniture warehouse that has captured my heart. Discoveries travel the planet to hand select each piece personally. With an ever changing inventory of hand made furniture from all over the world, How could my adventurers heart NOT Be Enticed by this wonder of a place. Not To Mention They Just Have The Coolest Bathroom Ever! Can You Say "Wall-to-Wall Chalkboard" ?

Next Up We Once Again Tresspassed Upon Down Town Hammonds Hipter Royalty Through The Gated Alleys That Lie Hidden Dead Center Of The Hottest Spots. What We Found Was Worth It...


Whats an adventure without Wild Animals? We detoured to the Exotic Pet Shop Where we met a lovely python...

And I was thrilled to finally find a quaint little lot that Id been searching for...

Urban Exploring Without Abandoned Buildings? Impossible. Welcome to The Burnt Down Hammond High Gym.

And Of Course Our Usual Grafitti Hunt Took Place, The Treasures We Found .




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Back And Humming A New (Old) Tune...[Stranger Stranger]

Im Back On The Blog And Dawning A New Piece Of Jewelry! I Love My Glow In The Dark Stranger Stranger Wrist Band! Some of you may remember StrangerStranger from my previous post in March. Since then I have come to know and love lead vocalist/ guitarist/ song writer, Trevor Newman.

[Trevor Goofing Off At My Birthday Dinner]

I've watched the passion and dedication he puts into his band and seen a vast amount of improvement. Im obssessed with their newly recored single "From Dusk Til Dawn" and encourage you to give it a listen or buy your own stranger stranger wristband at their facebook page.

Another Summer Adventure

Tiffany and I set upon another adventure this week and once again I was determined to find some more hidden art on our down town city walls. Mission proved successful, We found none other than the amazing pacman. Photographer Michael Populus was inspired by picture number one and we have big plans with this particular location. Keep a look out.

Of course we had to stop at Kirins for some sushi. Yum, Cajun Rolls.

We ended the night as usual at AMC Theatre. Funny Story for my readers, This Hipster isn't Hip enough to have her drivers license. Bridesmaids is rated R and you have to be at least 17 to buy tickets. Fortunately I came prepared. When it came time for us to show some ID I sheepishly pulled out my proof of graduation (Date of birth highlighted at the top) and My LSU ID. I got my tickets but was the joke of the box office for the night. I always prove to entertain them.
As for the movie, Though it was slightly crude, overall I loved it. Sidesplitting humor left me near delusional as we exited the theatre. Inspired by the obvious ad lib and improvisation of the marvelous witty women in this film, I kept the jokes rolling as we drove home nearly causing poor Tiff to wreck as she egged on my wisecracking mood. Its a definite recommendation for any girls night.

Clever Composition Created by a Creative Creature

"You're like graffiti on a cement wall; I can cover you up, But I can't wash you off. You're like the scar that's on my eyebrow, Always a part of me, Never to leave, So no matterwhat you do, or where you are; You'll forever be, A piece of my heart." - Carlianne Alderman

Thanks For Sharing Carlianne

Exclusive Release Of a Michael Populus Photo

Look up the word dedication in the dictionary and you will find a picture of Michael Populus, Local Photographer. The Man Does Not Sleep, and it pays off in his work. He will be launching his website in a few months and promises to keep us posted but until then he has graciously allowed us an exclusive look at one of the site photos. When the site does launch, I recommend paying him lots of money to take your picture to show your appreciation. On a serious note, We love you and your work Michael.

Lets not forget the amazing team that made this shot possible.

Makeup Artist: Rosalina Young
Hairstylist: Blane Hummer
Assistant: Hebah Saleh

The Stunning Photo.
Compliments to Model Catherine Monica.
Its Fabulous Michael Keep Us Posted and We'll be anxiously awaiting the launching of your site.
[Click to See Better Quality]

Looking For Something To Do This Weekend?

This is for my locals. Check out BlackWaterVendetta!
[WHAT:] Category 5 show
[WHERE:] Brunett Farms
[WHEN:] Friday at 9:00pm - May 28 at 1:00am
[WHY:] This is the big one! Friday may 27th at brunett farms, where the mudd boggs, party in the pasture, and good ole fashion ole farmers day is held! this is the first year the rock portion of this show! We have Blackwater Vendetta with gut wrenching solos and heart stopping solos kicking the southern rock! We have Leaving Soho with some sexy southern swagger, solos like smooth Tennessee whiskey, and a voice of a down right god! Last but not least we have First Fracture opening up the show with deep songs, fun twists and just an all around damn good band! 10 bucks at the gate or 15 bucks to see the category 5 show plus Chris Grey Saturday night! come and support local music BYOB if of age and be ready to rock!

This little blog is taking big strides! :)

Check Out NYLON Magazines Blog Today To See a Link To "Us Small Town, Southern, Hipster Kids" For all of you who remember this blog is my Inspiration!

A word to the Baby Hipsters: Leaving behind a high school legacy

[This Post is dedicated to Kathrine, The sweet girl who is a sister in my heart! So proud of you for finishing eighth grade. High School is gonna be your time to shine baby girl so hold on tight!]

High School was a time of tears, laughter, fun and pain for me. I made mistakes and I made memories, and as I leave it all behind I want to leave something of myself with it. So here is my advice for my high school angels! Make the best of these years and I love you!

[#1] BE YOURSELF

Im sure you've heard it a million times but it's the truth. Don't ever compromise yourself for the sake of others. People come and go. They change a million times and over again. If you change yourself with them then when they fall away you will have nothing left of yourself. High school is when you begin to form opinions and make decisions that will define the type of person you will be. Just remember that when your setting the mold of you you're going to be in life your the one who has to be able to face the mirror at the end of the day.

[#2] GUARD YOUR HEART AND ALL THAT IS PRECIOUS

I won't waste my breath on the birds and the bee's rather something more important than that. The facts will never change, Premarital sex leads to consequences, and they are NEVER good. Theres more to it than that though. The truth is should shouldn't be giving ANY parts of yourself away in high school. Each person you come in contact with not just physically but emotionally leaves an imprint and if you let them close enough they leave a hole. The part of you they take with them will never be returned to you. The first time you fall in love is a wonderful, miraculous feeling that leaves you walking on clouds and shoots happy aches through the cheeks that wont stop smiling. Rarely though do high school relationships last. When its all said and done you want no regrets. Be strong and stay your own person so that when things end you can look back fondly on sweet memories and not feel shame or heart ache from broken promises. The most special relationship is one where you grow strong and learn to love, and anyone who's worth it will be just happy with that. The demanding person isnt a deserving one.

[#3] MAKE MEMORIES

Have Fun, Be Adventurous, Try New Things! Conqueror your fears and discover your passions! This is YOUR TIME! Enjoy it! Be active in clubs and school events. Get involved and keep a busy schedule. Have confidence and dont be afraid to stand out! Learn to be a leader. Charisma will take you far in life!

[#4] STUDY!!! BE PREPARED!!!

Senior year is not the time to be preparing for college. GPA is cumulative, that means a rough freshman year can set you behind the game for the rest of high school. Stay on top of your work, and keep up your grades. Its hard to pull up your GPA but it takes nothing to knock it down. Start looking at scholarships, colleges, and savings early on! Allot of deadlines pass your junior year which means you should be started your sophomore year. Hard work is the key.

[#5] STAY IN THE WORD

I cant stress the importance of a relationship with Christ enough. I'll keep it short and simple. God is your platform. Buildup all that you are and all that you do upon him. The Bible is your handbook, read it. Everything you need to know is in that book. Study it and learn to apply it. Press to know God.

[#6] FORWARD PROGRESSION!

I leave you with this, No matter what choices you make, take no steps back. Everything you do should be in the name of forward progression. Keep moving forward and you'll always get some where.

For anymore advice just leave a comment or message me directly, Good Luck In all that you do!

Amp'd Brass Band part I [More on Youtube]

Hipster Spotlight: AMP'd kicks Brass!

Genre Brass Band, Rock, Funk, R&B Members
Tuba- Miles Lyons
Trombone- Steven Polk
Trombone- Adrian Rotondo- McCord
Trombone - Jean-Paul Brion
Sax- Jonathan Lyons
Trumpet- Ryan Mccue
Trumpet- Matt Dallmann
Drums- Wesley Mannino
Description Contact us here ampdbrassband@gmail.com
Biography We are the AMP'D Brass Band. We are the Notrthshore's little piece of NOLA! The band is comprised of college students from SLU, and USM, as well has Mandeville and Ponchatoula High students. The band has played at many diffrent venues as well as parades. Nobody does it like AMP'd on the Northshore!

I had the absolute pleasure of hearing the AMP'd brass band perform last year at the annual Strawberry Jam festival, since then I have followed them virtually. This is more than a group of talented young musicians. These guys are passionate and vigorous. Their sets are Jazzy, Up-Beat, and fun. They lack nothing short of Immaculate Talent. One of the things that makes a great band is the way they speak to the audience, AMPd draws you into the performance. The boys are charismatic and undeniably lovable. Plus you wont find a Tuba player who rocks it like Miles Loyns. Two thumbs up boys, you kick brass!

Check them out Here!

A new song... [Id love comments]

(Photo compliments of Mike)

[Throwing Fragments]

You're on my mind today
came with a morning breeze that mingled with my dreams
and the tears that kiss my face
remind me of the purple days
you let your hazel rain grace
the silence is much too loud
and I remember when you broke away

I threw the pieces to the stars
because that's where you belong
shining as you are
with all your rights and all your wrongs
your legacy will rain
and as the fragments burn all I ask of you
is don't forget your small town girl

A mist of you fogged up my eyes
I drew a heart before you evaporated away from me
I remembered your sweet kiss
and the hands that glided sweetly
to tangle in my fingers
and when you broke your grip away

I threw the pieces to the stars
because that's where you belong
shining as you are
with all your rights and all your wrongs
your legacy will rain
and as the fragments burn all I ask of you
is don't forget your small town girl

Well obviously we changed
we grew up and found the other halves of only ourselves
and before we let go for another
we needed to learn our own hearts again
so there wasn't room for you
and there wasn't room for me
but when our dream shattered

I threw the pieces to the stars
because that's where you belong
shining as you are
with all your rights and all your wrongs
your legacy will rain
and as the fragments burn all I ask of you
is don't forget your small town girl

The start of adventures..

So I attended my last high school class Friday and My friend Tiffany and I decided to celebrate with a night on the town... We hit up Tutti Fruti first opting out on the fro-yo and visited with my sweet friend and fellow senior Caitlyn, after that it was sushi time at Kirins. As we left an amazing meal of snow crab and crawfish rolls I dragged Tiffany into a private ally where I'd seen some amazing graffiti. Shes considering being a photography major so she pulled out her camera and we got a few shots. Then we saw a Tyle Perry flick (Which was AMAZING) at the theater where I chated with the one and only Michael Populis and ended the night at the book store where I picked up the new NYLON issue It was an amazing night and I can't wait for more adventures this summer.

[Had such a great time catching up with Cait at Tutti Fruti! Congrats to my beautiful and now a newly SELU Cheerleader Friend!] [P.S. While me and Tiff passed on the fro-yo this time, If you're in Hammond La This is the place to get it! Menchies is over rated and much less personal. Tutti Frutti Taste better and has an overall better enviroment.]

[Of course we HAD to eat at our favorite restraunt down town. If your a sushi person Kirin is the hottest place to get it at, and the food is the best!]

[So excited when I found some Legit Graffiti down town. Tiffany did an amazing job with the shots. ]

[#1) The Movie - Madeas Big Happy Family After four years at Amite High School, and being from Tyler Perrys own home town Myself, These movies are like home videos. Not that to say thats a bad thing. As allways Tyler Perry delivered. It was a fun film that had the whole theatre engaged in exclamations of "OH NUH UH" or "GRAB HER BY HER WEAVE!" Tiffany and I laughed that leg slapping laugh and The touching story line had pitiful lines of tears streaming down our faces. Two Thumbs up! #2) I had the pleasure of receving one of Michael's gorgeous smiles with my pop-corn and it was great bumping into my dear photographer friend. #3) AMC - Tiffany and I purchased Stubs Reward card and I have a feeling they will pay off.]

[Nylon Magazine and a Culkin? Oh the perfect way to end my amazing night]

Melting My Stone Heart

Feeling Slightly down I posted this poem in my writing group, a dear fiend of mine responded with the poem that will follow. He's an amazing person and it melted my heart.

Jade among Diamonds

It hurts my heart
to see her so radient
and wish that i could be
so beautiful
so special
but like my name I remain a semi precious stone
a rock amongs diamonds
and their hardness saves them while wind and dust turn me dull
for how I wish to be beautiful
to be lovely
my fairy tale was just a lie
and I feel hallowed and dejected
and I wonder if Ill ever be
precious to anyone.

The Envy of Kings

Did you know that war was waged over you?
That your semi-precious face
Has been the envy of kings?
...
Did you know...
That your value is above that of diamonds?
Yes diamonds...
Which are so many that many do not even shine...
They are bound by their very necessity to be something...
Everything shines through them...
And that is what they emulate.

But you!
You who are "semi-precious!"
You have been given the choice--
The birthright and the ability...
To reflect...
You have been shined
-Thou beautiful green miracle-
And your life is your choice
To reflect and give light of your own color...

And one day...
Oh, one day, I promise!
A king will cradle you
-In and on his crown and pedestal-
For you are the envy of Kings

Another Poem By a Fellow Hipster

Another amazing piece of work by Mr. Trevor Newman (Previously noted in the post on Stranger-Stranger)

Trevor Newman
Patriots and Idiots

You talk with no fluidity,
and live in such stupidity,
you cry about your liberty,
but no tears for those who fell.
You're lost inside your ignorance,
of course you only asked for this,
you feel so warm in all this bliss,
but you're drowning deep in hell.
I fail now just to recognize,
who told the truth and told the lies,
because both of which I do despise,
when it vomits from your mouth.
One nation under God we say,
but only on the brightest days,
and even then to my dismay,
you run and scream about.
The sky is falling no dear it fell,
Your heads collapsed oh can't you tell,
so say goodbye and bid farewell,
to rationalism and his children.
And if the lord may one day come,
I'm sure he'll show you all he's done,
And all you people will be so drunk,
to say no sir I built this Heaven.