The Chaser Years.....The Photographic Art of Pete Williams

We had the privilege of having our pictures taken down at the Maverik Showroom by the legendary Pete Williams who has also taken pictures for DJ Shadow, Represent, Sizzla, Soweto Kinch, The Roots, Courtney Pine, Nina Simone to name a few....

Pete Williams has be taken pictures for 'Straight No Chaser' Magazine for many years, so this was to showcase his work from over the years

So I was pretty chuffed that he wanted to take our pictures.

It was a great night, I got a chance to mingle and meet some cool people. It was like everyone there was about something which was refreshing.

This exhibition runs until the 20th Nov

Click on the link below for more details!

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/event.php?eid=158798900827330

 Courtesy of Angelo Carnielo

 Courtesy of Angelo Carnielo

CORDLESS LIVE - HIP HOP SESSIONS is TOMORROW !!! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Tickets are selling fast but there are still a few advance tickets up for grabs- so get your tickets NOW to avoid queuing up out side !!!http://www.cordless-show.com/news.asp?id=125

Michaela the Poet will open up the night so be on time to watch her performance

Doors open at 7 and the show starts 8 so don't be late :)

See you there !!!!

Theophilus London featuring Devonte Hynes & Solange Knowles – Flying Overseas

This is actually a nice collaboration between the artist.

Its got a nice summer evening feel to it, and I'm loving Solange's vocals!

Theophilus London featuring Devonte Hynes & Solange Knowles - Flying Overseas by Hypetrak

The Chaser Years.....The Photographic Art of Pete Williams Today at 18:00 - 20 November at 16:00

A Straight No Chaser + Maverik Showroom Collaboration

The Chaser Years
The Photographic Art of Pete Williams
12th - 20th November 2010
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11th Nov. Private View

THE CHASER YEARS: The Photographic Art Of Pete Williams is the first event in the build up to a major exhibition, in the summer of 2011, that will unleash the Interplanetary: Ancient to Future vision of Straight No Chaser magazine. This show is synchronized with the London International Jazz Festival and is devoted to Pete William’s deeply resonant, powerful and spiritually infused portraits which are grounded in today’s global club culture but stem from a musical diaspora which reflects the profound impact of this thing called “Jazz!”
Pete Williams is an artist. He has produced impressive bodies of work for Far Out records and MELT/B&W but he is internationally renowned for the iconic photographic images he produced for Straight No Chaser magazine. For nigh on two decades he has worked closely with the driving force behind Chaser, editor and publisher, Paul Bradshaw and he took on commissions that mirrored Straight No Chaser’s uncompromising, outernational, cross generational musical vision. Working predominently in black & white his work is part of a lineage which gave us seminal jazz photographers like Herman Leonard and William Claxton and like them he has produced an expansive range of powerful and moving portraits that reflect our times while uniting different generations of cutting edge artists and musicians.
Back in 1988, after studying photography at the Royal College of Art, Williams met up with the Chaser crew. They had just launched a “designer fanzine” dedicated to hip, wayward genius, Thelonious Monk and committed to what they called “The Freedom Principle”. Peter is an integral member of Straight No Chaser’ worldwide family and maintains a unique and long-standing working relationship with both Paul Bradshaw and with the magazine’s art director - Ian ‘Swifty’ Swift. The results of this relationship are manifested in this powerful collection of images that features influential nu-generation dons like DJ Shadow, Reprazent, Sizzla, Soweto Kinch, The Roots, Courtney Pine and Cassandra Wilson alongside spiritual jazz legends like Don Cherry, Pharoah Sanders, Jayne Cortez, McCoy Tyner, Yusef Lateef, Steve Reid and Nina Simone. On the global front there are outstanding portraits of Brasilian songbird Flora Purim, Mali’s majestic Oumou Sangare, the unstoppable Rai rebel - Khaled, the late great Maskanda queen Busi Mhlongo and that former Brazilian Minister for Culture - Gilberto Gil.
There’s humour and humanity in these shots and an essential element of surprise – like Pete’s image of Miles Davis at London’s Festival Hall, horn at the ready, floating in the air like an eerie apparition. This show is, without doubt, one of the highlights of this year’s London International Jazz Festival and these images are a joy to behold.

The Sessions!

14th Nov@ 12 – 3pm pm: At 1pm SNC & Maverik present: Chasin’ The Vision: An open discussion with the photographer, Pete Williams & Straight No Chaser’s Paul Bradshaw facilitated by Jason Jules (Garmsville) + Live music: Freestyle & Beyond.
19th Nov. 6 - 9pm: Live: The Funky End Of Things – An Open Rehearsal.
Fresh from a world tour with violinist Nigel Kennedy, Jazz Warrior and Vibes master, Orphy Robinson, is the Musical Director for all the live music at The Chaser Years: The Photographic Art of Peter Williams.

The Maverik Showroom, 68-72 Redchurch Street. London E2 7DP
12th-20th November 2010 (11th Nov. Private View)
Weekday Opening times: midday – 6pm.
Weekend Opening times: midday – 4pm

To Be Announced: Chasin’ The Vision: An early evening open discussion facilitated by Jason Jules (Garmsville) with Pete Williams (photographer), Paul Bradshaw (Chaser) and Ian Swift (Swifty)
For more information on The Chaser Years - The Photographic Art Of Peter Williams contact Paul Bradshaw: pb.straightnochaser@gmail.com or Jason Jules: mrjasonjules@aol.co.uk

For all press enquiries, image requests & sales please contact Angelo Carnielo Angelo@maverikagency.com
Maverik Showroom – Tel: 0207 7739 60002 www.maverikshowroom.com or Paul Bradshaw on 0208 800 8982 / pb.straightnochaser@gmail.com.See more

Fan creates amazing Scalextric track-This is some coolness!

Jessie J performs 'Price Tag' Live on Jools Holland

Amazing!

Sneak peak of the Artwork for my 'Smell of Winter Project'

Trapstar Flagship Store

I LOVE the editing for this video!

Trapstar Flagship Store from Abstract Retro on Vimeo.

Wretch 32 feat. L - Traktor Official Video (Out 16th January)

Finally, we have the full version of Wretch 32 'Traktor'

I LOVE the dancer in the video, it makes the video very effective.

The directing of this video is nice too!

Gutted I couldn't make it to the shoot!

Click on the link to check out 'Traktor' Wretch32a

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/video/article300101.ece?vxSiteId=0bc72527-aa8e-4487-a5e8-94aae448c9dd&vxChannel=Jukebox&vxClipId=1347_SUN49550&vxBitrate=300

Jessie J - Do It Like A Dude Official Video!

Check out the Sun.co.uk for sneak pics from Wretch32's 'Traktor' Video!

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/music/3217323/Devlins-pal-Wretch-unveils-new-video.html

Secret Beatz Vol 1

Secret has got to be one of my favourite producers and I have had the pleasure of working with him, which has been great!

Secret drops 'Secret Beatz Vol.1' which features artist such as Klarity, Judah, Silas Zephania, Promise, Eshon Burgundy and myself.

So go and download this tape as it is nothing but pure quality.

I didn't even realise he was going to drop a track on there that we did time ago :O still sounds like a classic, so nothing but love for that!

A free download of 10 classic  tracks!

http://secretweapon.bandcamp.com/

Just in case you missed it! Check me jumping on 'Game Over'

Amanda Diva-TECHNICOLOR LOVER EPISODE 8

TECHNICOLOR LOVER EPISODE 8 from Creative Control on Vimeo.

CREATIVECONTROL.TV Links up with Va$htie x Air Jordan

Va$htie x Air Jordan from Creative Control on Vimeo.

THE JAMIROQUAI BEAT TAPE

Jamiroquai inspired project from French producer & MC Nicky Lars.

I have only just found out about these guys who are based in France,I heard a couple snippets from the tape and decided to post as what I heard sounded so dope!

 

Joel Culpepper's 'I Love Ginger Beer' video shoot pics coming soon!

BET’s ‘Black Girls Rock!’ Performances

Check out my interview in Demur Magazine!

http://issuu.com/demurmagazine/docs/demur3

Vans of the day 35!

I like these, they remind me of Dr. Martens!



INFLUENCERS: How Trends & Creativity Become Contagious Film

I posted the trailer to this a couple of weeks ago, but here is the full version.

This is definitely inspiring for those who are trying to start a movement or even trying to be successful!

INFLUENCERS FULL VERSION from R+I creative on Vimeo.

TINCHY STRYDER - GAME OVER FEAT. KAY YOUNG ,GIGGS, PROFESSOR GREEN, TINIE TEMPAH, DEVLIN, EXAMPLE & CHIPMUNK

Now, it wouldnt have been right if I didn't of bless it too!

Ahhhhh yeah!

Giggs did it for me on this beat!

I LOVE stuff like this!

SUPAKITCH & KORALIE - VÄRLDSKULTUR MUSEET GÖTEBORG from elr°y on Vimeo.

Trussardi 1911 Reversible Down Vest

Catch me Performing at The Cordless Live - Hip Hop Sessions 12th Nov 2010 alongside other great acts........

Click on the Facebook link below for more info and purchasing of tickets! 

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=129227707131318

VOTE VOTE VOTE!

The Soul Train award in the 'Best Soul Sites' category voting 

will end TOMORROW!! Please get your votes in for Soul 

Culture UK now! There are no forms to fill, just one click. 

That's it. Get voting, get your people voting, get your 

people's...http://blogs.centrictv.com/music/soulsessions/vote-soul-train-award-for-best-soul-site-nominees/

MadeMe x Vans Collection Video

Do you remember me blogging about the Mademe Collaboration a couple weeks ago?

Well, here is a recent video format to promote the clothing label.

Pretty cool! 

Vans X MadeMe from Off The Wall on Vimeo.

Well done T-mobile, best advert yet!

I feel like taking out another contract with them lol!

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I couldn't believe it when I say Giggs on the' Sports Champions' advert. Well done man!

The Streets are talking!

There back, with a sound from the 80's!

Should we be expecting a new album for the new year?

Feb perhaps? 

Rocking the Black this week

Long lasting finish!

The day and the life of Amanda Diva!

I never really knew how funny Amanda Diva was........

And Yep, I'm still trying to find Episode 1 & 5!

TECHNICOLOR LOVER 2 from Creative Control on Vimeo.

TECHNICOLOR LOVER EPISODE 3 from Creative Control on Vimeo.

TECHNICOLOR LOVER EPISODE 4 from Creative Control on Vimeo.

TECHNICOLOR LOVER EPISODE 6 from Creative Control on Vimeo.

TECHNICOLOR LOVER EPISODE 7 from Creative Control on Vimeo.

Damon Dash on following your dreams!

Hey Young World!

It's funny as this track sounds like something that would get released today!

Vans of the day 34!

Vans Syndicate x WTAPS Buffalo Boot and Sk8 Mid Sherpa

Lupe Fiasco, Common, Jennifer Hudson & No I.D. on making a Chicago Anthem!

Lupe Fiasco, Common, Jennifer Hudson & No I.D. - We Can Do It Now by Hypetrak

No other soul band looked as fly as The Temptations did...Look at the colors!

Classic picture of Mr. Wonder!

I'm pretty speechless still......

When ever Kanye creates something, I have to wait at least 24hours before I can express what he has created. It never hits me straight away.

But when I wacthed 'Runaway' the early hours of Sunday morning, that just set me back 3 days.

I have yet to express my opinion on the short film as I am still trying to take it all in.

 

All I can say is, the colors are amazing from the shots to the music.

I'll be back soon with a rundown!

Magnetic Man live at Maida Vale

Magnetic Man ft. Katy B - Perfect Stranger

I watched this a couple weeks ago and was blown away by everything. The string section also took it to the next level.

Katy B angelic vocals sound amazing as always.


Magnetic Man in Session - Magnetic Man ft. Emeli Sande - I Need Air
This has got to be my favourite out of the bunch. I love Emeli's Voice. She's the voice behind Chipmunks 'Diamond Rings' hook which I thought was incredible. She has also worked with Wiley, Professor Green and I'm sure there is more.

So much to.......

say, so much to do, so much to express. But first let me digest it all!

MTV Extended Play: Kanye West Interview

I think this is the best interview Kanye has done, why? because the you can clearly see that he is living his dream and almost doesn't know what to do with it.

It's amazing how you can be in the industry for years but only start to live your dreams years into it.
And must I add 'Flashing Lights' has got to be one of the greatest music video ever!

Kano - "Spaceship" (Official Video)

I was actually supposed to post this video the day it came out, but there was an error with posting it.
The first time I heard it, I didn't think much of the song to be honest. But then I listened to it again, and it is actually a very good song. I hear a lot of talk about how Kano is underrated, I do to. I just think he needs that one song, he has had many but I think he needs just one more to show people how relevant he is for the industry.
The video directing is sick! it was directed by Bison. and on production is Chase and Status.

Jay-Z "Decoded" book preview plus excerpts from book.

The Wall Street Journal posted some excerpts

WSJ: You’re famous for not writing your lyrics down as you compose them. What changes about them when you see them on the page like this?

Jay-Z: Some [lyrics] become really profound when you see them in writing. Not “Big Pimpin.” That’s the exception. It was like, I can’t believe I said that. And kept saying it. What kind of animal would say this sort of thing? Reading it is really harsh.

I can not wait for 'Eggs and Pancakes' to drop

I keep hearing tracks from the volume 5 Cd, and it's exciting me even more!

Check out the pictures taken from Deviation's 3rd Birthday Session PT.1

Click on the link to check out more pictures taken from the night-http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2087556&id=1506881838&ref=mf


And to check out more infot for PT.2 this Saturday-http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=122757301111017

Chris Turner “Liquid Love”

I came across this guy on Moovmnt, I like his vibe and the production is by no other than The Stuyvesants.

The quality isn't so great, but to listen to a better recording, click on the 

link-http://www.moovmnt.com/2010/10/21/chris-turner-liquid-love/

Loving this!

Check this OUT!

BBC RAPPING LOW DOWN 1

1980's Rap documentry.

This is some great stuff, I'm sure I see a couple of familiar faces-some of my parents friends maybe LOL?