Erykah Badu's Concert Outraged Fans like me!

I don't even know where to begin. I guessed everyone read about the cancellation of the recent Erykah Badu's concert here in Malaysia Kuala Lumpur. An image of Erykah Badu surfaced, with arabic writing (a TEMPORARY) tattoo with the word "Allah" offended the religion people, hence the ban just one day before the concert. According to the religion, tattoo is forbidden let alone the word "Allah" on her body.

I am not even going to get into how backwards we are as tattoos have always been an expression of art and moreover, isn't it wonderful to embrace god? Check Erykah Badu out, one of the most love giving and peace sharing artist of all time. I have been a fan of her since the 90's, when she released her first album "Baduizm". Since then, I felt in love. This lady rocks.


I was super excited when she is having her concert here, but well the authority smashed out dreams and turned into a religious issue. This is not the first time the authority has done something like that, I am just worried that this will give our country a bad impression therefore many foreign talents would be afraid to perform here.

But there were beautiful Malaysians who believed in music, love, peace, art and freedom of speech. Let's just say, music is music, art is art. No one intend to hurt anyone. Don't complicate things. Religion has always been beautiful, it's just the people have wrong views. I am sure God, Buddha and the mighty one wouldn't want us to fight and be disharmony. The disharmony among nation isn't greater that a tattoo?

On the day of the concert, thousands of tweets from the fans despite of race, nationality, religion and colour came together requesting for Erykah Badu's concert to go on. What a beautiful act! These people are true music lovers and sincere. What we recognized is talent and music. NOT a tattoo. Fans appealed, and a hands up to the organizer DID NOT give up and pushed the limit til the very last moment. INCLUDING the Queen of Neo Soul herself, Ms.Erykah Badu.

I admired her sincerity, her charm and calm, her love for music. She is a true artist. I think if she is any commercial artist, she would have "F you" and i'm leaving... Instead, she tweeted and facebook the whole day to request and appeal for the show to go on... here is one of her tweet.

"My favourite filmmaker was @alejodorowski. He made a movie called The Holy Mountain in the 70s. One of his characters were called The Painted Lady. She wore all symbols and name of Gods on her body. I posed as her for her a photoshoot for the album New Amerykah pt2. This idea embodies who we ALL are - ONE. The Government of Malaysia had to be responsible for its people's beliefs. Be it 1 or 2 complaints. That, I understand. It is an election year, keep in mind"

"Assalamualaikum @dsuraisyatim. I am Erykah Badu. I understand your position and respect your concerns. I and many others have traveled far. Meet me".

What an inspiring artist. She is simply Beautiful inside out. Come back soon.









Love & Peace
ETHAN

Legendary Punk Godmother won Polar Music Prize

In Sweden, there is a yearly affair called Polar Music Prize which resembles Nobel Prize, but it's for music. It is dedicated to musicians who worked very hard through the chemistry of music, literature.

From Bjork, Led Zeppelin to Boy Dylan are among those who were awarded the prize. This year's winner came no surprise (finally!) to punk "godmother" Patti Smith who, at 65, received the honor "for devoting her life to art in all its forms".



Patti Smith, who writes poetry, photography, painting, working as a rock journalism, performing, writing music… She literally does everything by herself, leaving in her own space, eat, sleep and breathe art. A inspiring icon indeed.

I like strong figure like that. Not just wasting time enjoying the 30 mins glamour on stage, trash some guitars, take some drugs and had women all around the world, that's all. Even there's a few tracks on the record are great, so what? There are more music to choose from. So there will never never be the ONLY number one.

I like how one lives for their passion, independent, creative and not living for the world. I wonder if Patti Smith support any charity moment, that would be great if she does.

Her new album is set to due next year. Congratulations Patti Smith, always had love your voice.

Welcome back.

Later,
Ethan X

Standing in the Way of Control

YOU READY TO BE Standing in the way of control?

I think GOSSIP and Art Vs.Science don't need further introduction.

You are NOT going to miss this. See You there.

Heineken Green Room
Date :: Wednesday, 5 October 2011
Time :: 7.00pm onwards
Venue :: KL Live, 20 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 KL
Website :: www.heineken.com/my
Facebook :: www.facebook.com/Heineken
Twitter :: www.twitter.com/HeinekenMY
Age Limit :: For 18 years and above only

Ticket Prices & Outlets
Early Bird ::RM128 (Limited Release: 20 August – 04 September 2011, applicable to online purchase through specified outlets only)
Pre-Sale :: RM158 (5 September onwards)
Door :: RM188
Heineken Members :: Receive a RM10 discount on all ticket categories. Members will receive a voucher and mechanics via SMS (limited to purchase of 3 tickets per SMS & not applicable on online purchase)
Outlets :: Online at www.airasiaredtix.com and through selected branches of Victoria Music Centre and Rock Corner

Artist Line Up:
• Gossip
• Art vs. Science
• Mini Compo
• Twilight Actiongirl
• Hypeembeats & Jeehoe



Later,
Ethan X

Stay Real if you are Malaysian

Came across this early morning. Some random people sent it to me to check out. There are hundreds of country or political bashing songs and videos on the internet but hardly came across any encourage statement.

So I thought this video has achieved that. Simple and a clear message, especially I really how the composer integrate harmony between races and religion. Like what it said. It is by Penangboy. Very honest and sincere approach!

It could just "The One Malaysian" song... hehe

Later,
Ethan X

The Queen of Jones

The Queen is back in style.

Grace Jones just released a compilation of of Dubs.

I just lay my hands on the record. I AM TOTALLY LOVING IT.

I suggest you check it out soon.

Later,
Ethan X

Overpowered

These amaranth feelings
A cognitive state
Need the love object
To reciprocate...

I am overpowered.


Later,

Ethan X

Ze! album launch, The Next BIG thing!

Okay. U gotta know about her. If you don't, you better now. The electro-pop singer ZE! is originally from Malaysia and man, she rocks! She is hugely active in Europe country and she will be launching her album this coming WED (as seen in the flya).

I worked her on the styling at adidas Originals Street Party last friday (pic below) and she is really fabulous! Nuff' said!

Check out her stuff, and go to the launch and watch her in action! and you'll know what I am talking about! She is the next big thing!

here is her myspace and website. Do check it out! see you guys at the launch!

X

Boys Wanna Be Her!!!

Oh man! I get so excited and yet so disappointed writing this! You ready?? Peaches is coming to Singapore!!!! The electro punk/clash queen will be making her way to perform at Zirca, Singapore on 28 April 2010. Then why am I disappointed? coz I can't go!!! I can't make it!!! So for those who missed the previous one at Zouk, please do not miss this one. I have seen the one at Zouk, and she definitely rocks to the max! She is all set to "Fuck The Pain Away"

More details of the show here.


Have Fun for me!

XXX



images via Oisinkealy

Goldfrapp's Rocket!

Goldfrapp is back with a new album! I haven't get hold of the full album yet but the single "Rocket" is so addictive! Sounded like a 80's space dance pop, so dance addictive! Collaborate with Richard X on the remixes and the album, can't wait to get hold of the album!




Later,

Ethan xxx

Get Stupid Madonna x Steven Klein

This is the new version of Get Stupid montage by Steven Klein for Madonna featuring black and white footage. Enjoy!

"Madonna is always hard to work with but I wouldn't want it any other way" Steven Klein.


Later,

Ethan XXX

The Velvet Underground Book

Another one I've done for femmething. Enjoy.




I am such a Velvet Underground freak and I am excited to receive information on this book. The Velvet Underground hardcover is the ultimate visual biography of the greatest rock band in history. The book is compiled by Johannes Kugelberg who managed to unearth numbers of never before scene images.

The Dietpills Interview

This is another interview I conducted for femmething

Do check out the duo as they are hot, hot, hot... This electro pop duo The Dietpills from Bangkok is set to bring something new to the scene, watch out!





Hey girls, welcome to femmething.

What did you have for lunch?

PLOI: Boat noodles with thai spicy salad (SOM-TUM)

Pompom: Actually It's brunch. I had avocado with crab sandwich and star fruit juice

Sounds yummy. Diet pills before or after meal?

PLOI: DIET PILLS after ofcourse! so you can eat first ! hahah

Pompom: Before and After please! haha

Interviewing DEATHFACe

This is an interview conducted by me for femmething months ago. Deathface Johnny Love is a friend of mine and this is his new project; please support and check it out!




Best known as part of the duo Guns 'n' Bombs signed to tres chic French label Kitsune late in 2006. Their mind blowing single "Nothing Is Getting Us Anywhere" had shredded U.S dancefloors throughout 2007. Formed by Ima Robot bassist Filip Turbotito and Chicago DJ Johnny Love, and their treatments of songs by Chromeo, the Teenagers, and the Gossip already became popular blog favorites and club staples.



Parted from Guns 'n' Bombs, Jonny Love now renowned himself as Deathface collaboration of entro mc the occasional influence of lucifer and the occasional sojourn with 2ce according to his myspace page. This quirky and party loving DJ is now ready for some serious top bangers and we'll have a chat with Johnny Love on his work and of coz, his summer parties.