What is Going gaga over Lady Gaga

(submited by Tyomi the Glamazon)

Most know her as the hypnotizing voice behind the hit “Poker Face”, and others know her as a disciple of avant-garde fashion, but whatever this young and talented singer is recognized for, it’s no question that the world is abuzz with talk about Lady Gaga. This 23-year-old singer has a love for geometric shapes and edgy fashion that only she and a few others in her style category can rock without looking like a completely ridiculous. She dares to take on some of the most complicated and intricately made garments that border the line of costume or wearable art, rocking them at award shows and even public appearances. It seems as if this talented youngster views the world out of a pair of her own rose colored glasses, and walks to the beat of her own drum, and I for one am a fan of her individuality and her boldness. Overall, I have to rate Lady Gaga a definite G for GLAMAZONIOUS because she is the true definition of uncapped fashionable creativity. The entertainment industry needs more individuals of her grade. Keep leading the pack with your triangle shaped Dresses Gaga!

What is Your Journey!!!

The best journey you can take is the one back to YOU! Often times, during the course of our life’s journey, we become sidetracked and lost , only to find ourselves on the road toward a destination that we have not chosen and/or envisioned for ourselves. Many times, we end up on that road, due to bad directions from others, due to our having misread the directions for our lives, from our having not adhered to the directions we know that we must travel so that we arrive safely to our destination or from our not having any directions, at  all and having failed to find a guide or mentor that has traveled our road or, at least , can read the pertinent parts of our road map and gives us guidance along the way.

If you are feeling lost and confused, you may not be on your journey. If you are feeling overwhelmed, you may not be on your journey. If you feel like you are going through the motions with no joy or hope for tomorrow, you may not be on your journey. If you are taking directions from others without first considering, if you are headed  in the direction your Creator  mapped out for you and wants you to go, you may not be on your journey. If you are doing what others tell you and have not given much thought to what you are doing and why, you may not be on your journey.

Most of the great leaders, in history, spent ,  at least, one long period in solitude thinking about the direction and course that their lives needed to take. Moses went to the mount, Jesus went to the “wilderness”, Ghandi created a commune. Each went searching for the path that their lives should take and they went alone so as not to be influenced by others who might give them wrong directions. Some of us spend time at the park, in the library, in study, in meditation, in prayer, amongst others and are able to find that path that leads us to our personal fulfillment and destiny.

Ten ways to be on your journey back to you:

1. Evaluate your values are belief system. Make sure that they will allow you to make a positive impact in your personal life, in your community and in the world. You were born to make a positive difference. When we are making a positive impact, we are usually on our journey.

2. Listen to your spirit, make sure the “voices” you are hearing that you allow to guide you are not demeaning, negative, blaming, hurtful. God does not speak to us in that manner. He directs us gently and lovingly and affirms us. He may warn us, but he provides us a solution and speaks to us with a positive course of action. He wants to make sure we follow our path.

3. Listen to your spirit until you hear the “voices” that affirm and comfort who you really are and not who you think you should be or who others may have told you that you are.

4. Write down how you would like to see yourself in 1 year, 5 years, 10 years and honestly ask yourself are you headed in the direction of those desires. Keep a journal and keep track of where you are heading. If you happen to get lost, it is easier to get back on track when you know where you deviated and went awry.

5. Make sure you value who you are with or without beauty, with or without money and with or without any of the “trappings” that we are convinced that matter in this world and to this world.

6. Find a mentor that has already gone your path successfully and be willing to ask them to share where the “ditches” and “pitfalls” are so that you do not stumble or become sidetracked. Even though you may have a mentor and sometimes a travel mate, this is your journey so be willing to go some of it alone and some of it in the dark just follow your heart – keep it pure and it will be your best guide.

7. Invest in yourself, spiritually, physically, educationally and financially. Find a place to worship, a place to work out, exercise and to shop for nourishing foods, a place where you can learn what you need to be equipped properly for your journey and find a way to save money toward your future as well as to have financial resources to purchase what you need for “travel”.

8. Take daily introspective looks into yourself. Be honest so that you can hold yourself accountable to making sure you are headed on your path.

9. Be forgiving of others and yourself when you lose the way and be willing to get back on course. After forgiving yourself and others, be willing to release, leave or disconnect from those that are not going your direction or have you momentarily sidetrack or lost.

10. Encourage others to find their journey to themselves.

Quotes to remember:

The journey of happiness involves finding the courage to go down into ourselves and take responsibility for what’s there; all of it.

Richard Rohr , American Spriritual Leader

The longest journey is the journey inwards. Of him who has chosen his destiny, who has started upon the quest for the source of his being.

Dag Hammarskjold, Swedish Politician

 

 

 

 

 

Pertinent – having a clear decisive relevance to the matter in hand 

 

 

 

 

 

What is “Kool Kid” does N.Y.C.

 

It’s friday evening and I’m at Center Staging Rehearsal Studios in Burbank rehearsing for next week’s  European run of  festivals that we’ll set off on.  I’m kinda looking forward to getting back into performance mode, again.  I’m somewhat exhausted at the moment, after having just arrived after an early morning flight which I nearly missed because I had just flown home from New York, late last night.  I’d spent the last five days working in NYC and the best thing about it was that my “Kool Kid” decided to tag along.  Don’t they have a day call “take your kool kid to work day” or did I just make that up?  My kool kid and I “did” NYC this week which included a marathon work day that started tuesday at 5p.m and ended wednsday at 10a.m. and covered two studios and several adventures in taxis and trains.  ”Kool Kid” even joined me for a “marathon” of a jog around the perimeter of Central Park, thats about 6+ miles.  New York City will never be the same.

The "Kool Kid" hangin out in Times Square..

"Kool Kid" wants to get her "shoppin" on before we go to work..

 

Producer Edroc at "the Edge of Madness studios" in Queens...

me and Num at Chung King studio in Manhattan for Consequences session..

 

What is Walking High: The Heel-Less Shoe Trend

(posted by Tyomi the Glamazon) They’re hip….they’re cool….they’re HEEL-LESS!!!! On the runways for the 2009 fall season, many designers have taken up the new platform heel-less shoe craze to amaze buyers and consumers alike with their gravity defying power. These amazing sky scrappers have been seen in many different constructions, but they all require the same technique if one wants to walk in them:balancing power!!!!!! The trick to staying off the ground in these shoes is to balance on the ball of the foot, which not only helps one look great while strolling the city, but it also helps to build up those glute and hamstring muscles This shoe trend took notice when Victoria “Posh Spice” Beckham wore Antonio Berardi’s rendition of the shoe to a Macy’s Event late last year. I’m sure there will be plenty knock offs of the shoe done by Steve Madden and Jessica Simpson, but please believe these shoes are only for the daring and light on their feet. FOR MORE IMAGES OF THESE EDGY SHOES, CHECK OUT WWW.NINARICCI.COM

What is Sticky Situation:MAC’s New Summer Product

(Posted by Tyomi the Glamazon)
(sigh) There is nothing like the fresh smell of MAC Luster Glass in the Summer Breeze! It’s that time of the year again when MAC releases their summer products, and this year the well coveted makeup brand has taken inspiration for one of its summer brands from that sweet, sticky substance bees go crazy over:HONEY! MAC’s “Naked Honey” cosmetic line was released on June 11th and is available at all MAC counters nationwide and at their online store. The line consists of new eye shadow and lipglass colors, new body scents, body wash and body cream, highlighting powder and skin salve. If you are a MAC FANITIC like me, I’m pretty sure you will be at your nearest counter or Store stocking up on as much new product as possible. Just make sure you are prepared to spend over $50 because you won’t want to leave with just one thing FOR MORE INFORMATION ON MAC’s “NAKED HONEY” LINE AND OTHER SUMMER PRODUCTS, VISIT WWW.MACCOSMETICS.COM

What is Model Spotlight: Naomi Campbell

(submitted by Tyomi the Glamazon) She may be known for her Diva attitude and cell phone throwing antics, but there is no doubt that Naomi Campbell is a true legend in the modeling world. Naomi began modeling at age 15 when she was discovered while window shopping by former Ford Model Beth Boldt and jumped right into the modeling scene. Ms. Campbell is a household name and known around the world for her ethnic looks and her fierce runway walk, and she has a fashion house where she has created several fragrances for the mass market. She also released an album back in the 90′s that went platinum in Japan. She has appeared on over 500 magazine covers and was the first Black model to appear on the cover of French Vogue thanks to Designer and friend Yves Saint Laurent. All in all, Naomi is one of the greats that has ever lived, and she proves it by continuing to burn up the runways and grace the covers of magazines and designer ads even at age 39.

What is the A’s of relationship

 

...for real, man... if you want a better relationship its simple: the a's... affirmation...affection and attention changes the world...

What is Color Stride: Diversity on the Runway

(By Tyomi the Glamazon)Every one knows that the average runway show is as devoid of color as a bowl of rice, But in the fashion displays for the fall 2009 season, designers in America as well as a few in Europe have made some advancements towards diversifying their model color schemes. There was a noticable change in the number of Black, Asian and Latin models that paraded the runway this season, and some believe the shift is due to the “Obama affect.” Others believe that this is just the season where the “ethic” look fits, but there is a number of fashion insiders that peg the advancement on last year’s July issue of Italian Vogue where four of the top ethnic models were featured on the cover. The magazine featured a spread of the four women and exclusive interviews that gave the world an insight into who they are as models and everyday women. Many designers, for the first time, saw just how beautiful they are, and designer Jason Wu admits that he was personally inspired by the cover and asked himself,”why haven’t we been using more black models?” Some designers, however, believe that the issue of colorism is nonexistent in runway, and supporter of this notion, Oscar De La Renta (an ethnic designer known for his extravagently femanine gowns), states that he “judges the beauty of the girl, and not the color of her skin.” All in all, whether this ethnic enhancement on the runways is a fading fad or a permanent push, I’m glad that it has happened. The world is filled with beautiful women of all shades and sizes, and it’s time for the fashion industry to embrace it. I just hope an appreciation for curves is on the agenda next. For more information about Diversity on the Runway, check out WWD.Com or pick up WWD Collections at your nearest News stand or Book store

What is Condom Sense!!

Durex in Australia with this play on the well hung man ... you figure it out..

Prevaids.org with this ad that highlights acts were a condom is necessary.

What is Dolce Diva

 

 

(By Tyomi the Glamazon) Rihanna is known for her edgy and sometimes avant garde ensembles, and I must say that this number from Dolce and Gabbana’s Fall 2009 collection is nothing short of her usual display. Made from black silk taffeta, this edgy recreation of the classic tuxedo consists of a boxed body jacket with a ruched, puff sleeve, and contrasting matt piping around the lapels and hem of the jacket. The pants are made from the same black silk taffeta and have been raised above the ankle to coincide with the popular hem level of the season. She accessories the outfit with studded earrings, patent leather, rounded toe, pointed pumps and her signature black biker gloves. Her hair is highlighted with platnium pieces in her usual assymetrical style, and her eyes are accented with peacock blue eye shadow and full brows while her lips are kept nude with a light pink gloss. I give Rihanna 2 thumbs way up! This outfit is only for the daring, and we all know she lives on the edge…This is RATED G for GLAMAZONIOUS!!! To get a look similar to Rihannas, visit http://www.HM.com and check out the looks for their Fall collection (you will find a blouse very similar to the tuxedo jacket )

What is Ciara’s New Euro Look

(From Tyomi the Glamazon) I must say that I absolutely love Ce Ce’s new look! The princess of “KRUNK AND B” Surely has come a long way from the days of over dyed bonded blond weaves and rhinestone-studded cropped hoodies. This picture of Ciara sporting a super chic, simplistic look was snapped during one of her nights out in Europe. This icy blue, long sleeved mini dress hugs her curves perfectly and shows off her best asset (i.e. her legs). She keeps her accessories simplistic by pairing the satin shine of the dress with a gold shield bracelet and multiple strands of long gold chains. Her Nude colored, round toe pumps help to keep the attention on her dress and also help to give her legs an even longer look. Staying with the simplistic theme, her make up consists of a nude eye and lip topped off with full brows and full lashes, and her hair is UBER EURO in a dark brown color with lots of volume at the crown. Those tips and development sessions at Wilhelmina models is really doing her justice! GO CE CE! I give this look a 10! This is RATED G FOR GLAMAZONIOUS!!!!!! TO GET THIS LOOK, CHECK OUT FOREVER 21 FOR SIMILAR ALTERNATIVES..

What is the KING AND THE FOOL!!

Although, I spent half the day, either in an airport or in the air, my birthday went pretty swell.  Traditionally,  I’ve never really made a big “to do” about it, but to all of the friends, family and fans that phoned or sent e -mails or text, thank you, I really felt the love.  Is it me or is June, one of the more popular months in which so many were born? I know so many people that have had birthdays, over the past two weeks, alone.  If you’re trying to figure it out, we’re all Gemini’s.  Gemini’s are those of us, born between the days of May 21st and June 2oth.  I’ve never really been a huge subscriber to or believer in astrology, but I’ll admit the times that I’ve peered into  what traits a Gemini is said to exhibit, I’ve found the claims to be uncanny.  I’ve, also, noticed a striking resemblence in artists who are born under this sign.  There’s something about them that make them overtly over the top!  Here is a short list of them:  Naomi Campbell, May 22, Loren Hill, May 25, Miles Davis, Ma7 25, Lenny Kravitz, May 26, Prince, June 7,  Kanye, June 8, Boy George, June 14, The World Famous Tony Williams, June 16, and Venus Williams, June 17.

There are several claims that I’ve found to be really accurate, but the trait that we’re most famous for is the possession of the dual or some might say,  personalities that dual against one another.  I call them the KING and the FOOL.  Personally, I think this duality, this war  between good and evil  exists inside every man, it’s just that Gemini’s are the ones that will admit it.

 

 

 

The King

 KINGS

Live with  a greater cause             

Embrace resistances

Do not gossip, even if it is true

Believe the best when ,only, the worst is apparent

Desire to be their best

Lead and make changes in self first

Look at what is possible

Act their way into feeling

Do what it takes

Do more than what they are asked to do

Love others the way that they desire to be loved

Give generously of their possessions, their time, compliments, resources

See themselves as blessed

Develop their personal greatness- will read books, follow a mentor, seek counseling, find solace in God

Practice like it is game time

Are confident and take pride in building others

Follow the higher path

Accept constructive criticism

Use their words wisely

Leave people, places and things better than they were

May not know how great they are

 

 

The Fool

 

 

Fools

 

Live with a “what do I get out of the deal” attitude

Resist change

Repeat negative words, thoughts, ideas, language, vulgarity

Believe the worst and contribute to the worst outcome

Never see a need for change in themselves

Demand others to change first and are blamers…they use words like “You made me do it…If it had not been for you, I would not have…

Become overtaken by what seems impossible

Feel their way into actions- if it does not feel good, look good, taste good, they can not get motivated to action

Do what comes easiest

Always fall below expectations… unless they are serving self

Operates in lustful passion, afraid to show and know genuine love

Give obligatorily, waiting for their return

Despise the greatness in other or idolizes other fools

Refuse to practice

Are insecure, self loathing, abusive, negligent, harmful and/or disrespectful

Follow the path that leads to destruction

Can give criticism, but can not take it becomes angered and/or offended

Uses words carelessly and destructively

Damage what comes into contact with them

Never know how foolish they are

What is Ellen’s Bigger, Longer & Wider Show!!

Its starting to feel like we’re about to get things cracking again.  After about a six month hiatus from performing which, incidentally, is the longest we’ve taken in about five years,  I’m adjusting to hotel life again.  After last weeks Kanye West Foundation S.H.O.W. performance in Chicago I flew to L.A. for some writing and recording sessions and now I’m back in Chicago again.  When we arrived yesterday evening it was pouring down rain, Damn!! …just where we left off!!  But it appears that we’re at least gonna have a little bit of sunshine today.  

Today we’re taping ELLEN show.  The taping is part of ELLEN’s “Bigger, Longer, & Wider Show” that will air on the 27th of June on TBS. How coincidental is it that we’re back at the same Chicago Theater??  Television tapings are pretty intense and today is no exception.  Here’s an up to the minute account of how we’re flowing today…

 

10:00 a.m I'm jogging through downtown, there's a light mist in the air...

12:45 p.m. ... How coincidental is it that Ellen is taping at the same place we were last week. It's a litter sunnier today though.

What is tuesday JUNE 16th!!!

 

TONY'S????

 

It's my BITHDAY!!! It's my BIRTHDAY!!!

WHAT IS AN INTERESTING MUSIC VIDEO!

Okay, so lately i’ve been researching music videos. It’s involved referencing various obscure video in search of creative ideas as I prepare for the first releases of my upcoming album, “King or The Fool”. Why obscure? I find that the more interesting videos are those that are done by the independent acts with the smaller budgets. Why is that? Maybe it’s because the smaller the budget is that you have to work with, the more you focus on creativity. I’ve found some of the most eye catching music videos have been done for less than $7,000. These videos seem to be more about the “art”.

There have been very few popular videos over the last ten years or so that have intrigued me. There’s something about polished mainstream videos that seem so lackluster to me, not at all interesting.  Actually I really don’t check for videos and haven’t  in as many years.  I’m kinda thinking that the creation of the music video has had reverse effect on the quality of song writing.  It takes a video to market a song these days but I feel like there are lots of songs out that couldn’t stand alone these days.  Music of yesterday had to be well written  because they didn’t have the power of “the visual” to aid in it’s impact. My research has lead me to several overseas made videos. I’ve found these to be extra artsy. I recently scheduled a shoot for “The Crown” for the south of France.

Meanwhile, if there’s any directors out there that feel like they can bring that World Famous Tony Williams “edge”, then give me a shout, I’d love to work with ya!!!!

..here are some interesting references that i’ve run across…

rumor has it that this video was shot for less that $5,000…

This video link was recently sent to me by the director, Dereck Janniere. The video features the stop motion animation method which is a technique used to create animation by linking together thousands of still images. Remember the “flip books” at Disneyland? You’ll also see some similarities to the “Good Life” i think…   thanks Dereck..

 

                       I find this Portishead video interesting to look at..