Education: DJ Revolution X DJ Shadow Interview

Though this is not a new interview, I do revisit it often to hear about the back story of one of my favorite musicians, DJ Shadow, and how he has grown from early days to his now successful solo career. Lots of truth and brainfood in this interview between two giants of the true school DJ culture. Get yo learn on!

Fine Art Friday: Thomas Cian

Italian artist Thomas Cian has been sketching friends and family in the patented Moleskin journal of choice for all draftsmen, but the results are great studies in composition and often feel like finished pieces as they lay within the pages of his books. Often not letting the seam at the center of the page effect his work, but using it as part of the image, Cian has created many volumes of intimate portraits, calling it FriendsBook, that resonate much more than simply taking photos of your friends or posting them on Facebook as is common these days. Though these images are one of his many interests, I am always fond of well rendered drawings and figurative work so this series strikes a chord with me. Check it out and see how investing time and development for your chosen craft can pay off.

ARTIST FOLIO WEBSITE
http://www.behance.net/chanbella

Video: T.R.A.C. - "This Is That" ft. Yahzeed Divine

Brooklyn based emcee TRAC recently dropped the video for the collabo track with Yahzeed Divine called "This Is That" from the EP of the same name. Keeping the true school NYC vibe of the boom bap era, TRAC and Yahzeed trade verses about giving the listener exactly what they calim is missing from the game. Solid lyrics and solid production from Marc Mac add the the legendary Brooklyn lineup of talented cats from all eras. Check it out and support quality music from the NY underbelly.

DOWNLOAD  LINK
http://bit.ly/BC_THIS