Prima Donna

I did some promos for these guys back in 2007 and was stoked to have the chance to do some more at their recent DC show at Black Cat.  Their sound is strong - and unique.  I don't know of anyone who sounds like them right now.  Although everyone was in the bar area when they walked out to the stage, the room they played was filled before the end of the first song.

Green Day recognizes their uniqueness and has already taken them out for a European tour.  It's about time that the rest of the music industry catches on.

Scream

The original line-up of Scream played the Black Cat on Dec 20.  I braved the "Blizzard of '09" to get to this show and it was incredible - even worth the mild concussion from getting kicked in the head by a stage diver. 

Kaiser Chiefs at Verizon Wireless

Dennis Casey of Flogging Molly's GUEST BLOG for AP Magazine!

One of my favorite people in the world, Dennis Casey of Flogging Molly, is doing a tour diary/blog for AP Magazine. He shares his tour experiences including sold out shows, parties, last-minute guest list situations, and even sitting in a bar where the guy playing guitar covers one of their song - unaware that the guys are sitting there watching. Check it out! www.altpress.com

You can sure bet you'll see me at the Shamrock Festival on Saturday! If you go, be sure to check out The Aggrolites while you're there. You will NOT be disappointed!

"Black Cat... Black Cat! How 'bout some change for the homeless?!"

Anyone who has been to the Black Cat in DC as seen the unofficial doorman of the club. He holds the door open and says “Black Cat… Black Cat! How ‘bout some change for the homeless?!” I’ve always given change to this guy and have always been curious about him.

I was waiting for my Hollywood roommate to arrive at the show, so I opted to hang out in Food For Thought and enjoy some Vegan Nachos while I waited. I ordered my nachos, took a seat, and in walked the man I’ve always wanted to talk to. I asked him to join me and we talked for at least an hour.

His name is Bill. He told me about his over 30 year battle with his addiction to crack and alcoholism, and says that he is now living in a retirement home in Hyattsville and comes down to the club to “experience life a little bit.” He swears that being around the young people keeps him young. He doesn’t like how “full of death” the retirement home is. The club provided a meal to him for free, as they do every time he comes in. He then headed back outside to collect enough money at the door to catch a taxi back to his home. He laughed as he told me he needs to get by midnight – or they’d give him some grief. I'm not so sure that he lives in a retirement home because he wasn't wearing proper shoes. I think it's probably a shelter. But there is no doubt that he is an incredibly interesting and intelligent man, and a sweetheart of a guy.

He is just as excited about our new President as I am and is hopeful that there will be change in the world. Bill was so interesting that I missed United Nations’ set – which I really wanted to catch. When I asked if I could photograph him he got a little shy and said he “didn’t know why anyone would want to photograph him.” I think he was probably one of the most interesting people in that whole place and am grateful he allowed me to capture his personality to share. He even broke out his black cat Pez dispenser – which he carries for luck – and thinks actually looks more like a panther.

So the next time you’re there say HI to Bill… and how about some change for this sweet man who just wants to stay young and enjoy life?!

Demand In DC at the Black Cat on Inauguration Day!

I am SO EXCITED to be selected to display some of my photos at DEMAND IN DC at the The Black Cat on inauguration day (January 20th)! I’m not only thrilled to be participating in something great on such an historic day, but also super excited to be getting involved in the DC art scene so quickly. These are some of the photos that will be on display.

As stated in the press release: “"DEMAND IN DC" is a celebration of people's desire, will, and actions evoking change in our lives and the direction of the world. As the rest of the country recognizes the inauguration of America's new President... Artists, Photographers, Filmmakers, and Musicians converge on our Nation's capitol to recognize and empower the REAL agents of change: the People.”

Bands performing at this event include Anti-Flag, United Nations, The AKAs, and Ruiner.

Tickets are $10, on sale now, and available HERE.

"Hollywood, DC: Lights! Camera! Election!" exhibit at WORLD OF WONDER

Batmobama and Robiden by Paul Richmond

Snow White Palin and Dopey McCain by Richard J Frost

Farrah Palin by Jamie Boling

Condoleessa Rice by Jason Mecier (literally made of rice)

Reagansaurus by Richard J Frost


The artwork above is part of "Hollywood, DC: Lights! Camera! Election!" exhibit on display through election day at WORLD OF WONDER Storefront Gallery located at 6650 Hollywood Blvd (at Cherokee), Hollywood.

The exhibit features the political artwork of more than 40 artists. Most of the pieces make you laugh out loud. All of the work is great. The ones above were favorites of mine. I'll be spending election night at this gallery watching the results and hoping for the best! This party is open to anyone wearing an I VOTED sticker. The party will be going until the vodka runs out or the results are in.