#KUCI

[kuciradio]

Neon Lights and Spectacular Sights Abound at Desert Daze 2022

By K. Chastain / Photography by K. Chastain

As I walk up to the sandy shore of Lake Perris, it feels too good to be true. The sun is just beginning to set, casting ripples of shimmering light onto the surface of the lake. This place is truly an oasis in the place you would least expect to find it – southeast of Los Angeles, out of reach of the sprawling city – and I always look forward to coming here each year. I’m joined by thousands of eager attendees who are spending the weekend camping here overnight, often traveling hours or even flying out to make sure they don’t miss the festival experience. And, as the sun sinks below the skyline and the sand starts to cool under my feet, I understand why.

The beach has been full of eager swimmers for most of the day, but many of them are now laying on towels scattered between the art installations that tower overhead. These massive sculptures are starting to shine even brighter under the darkening sky, and I can clearly make out the coiled shapes of neon lights bent into interesting shapes and refracting through glass panels. Old television sets flicker to life with oversaturated displays, and as a group of friends hurries past the display on the way to the main stage, their image is briefly displayed on each TV screen. These art installations are not just meant to be present among the attendees, but they were intentionally placed here by local artists such as Slim Reaper Light Show with the purpose of being interacted with. Some of them offer unique backdrops for photos, while others seem to beckon guests to sit on them or even walk through them as if they were portals to another dimension. And as I spot the main stage through a nested series of rainbow silhouettes, I realize that in a way, they are.

On the beachside stage, the graceful silhouette of UK-based singer Nilüfer Yanya emerges against a shimmering backdrop of rainbow lights. The stage lights draw everyone away from the water and towards the most intimate of the three stages at the festival as Yanya produces an electric guitar and begins to play. The opening riff of one of her most famous songs, “Keep on Callin’,” rings out across the beach as the crowd huddles closer together to share this special and intimate moment with Yanya. The British singer’s deep, soothing vocals wash over the crowd as she plays her way through much of her new album PAINLESS, which features a unique blend of folk and grunge rock. As the sky darkens, Yanya reaches the final song in her set, “Crash,” which she delivers with enthusiasm and energy to keep the audience excited for the next act.

Without missing a beat, Desert Daze’s second stage, also called ‘The Block,’ lights up in the distance. I realize Men I Trust, a spacey electronic trio from Canada, will be performing in just a few minutes and quickly make my way towards the center of the festival grounds. Emma Proulx, the lead singer and distinctive voice of the band, is adjusting her microphone, and I’m thankful they hadn’t started without me. As the crowd shuffles towards the main stage, a man prepares to stand on a surfboard while several others in the audience start to lift him up.

He’s somehow managing to balance himself, being passed around by the audience as if he were cutting through a real wave as the band starts to play the grooving bassline of “Sugar.” I couldn’t help but laugh behind my camera at the situation, as I had never expected a band with such a mellow sound to inspire crowd-surfing. Eventually, after the crowd calms down a bit, Men I Trust continues on to play some of their most beloved songs, including the dreamy “Show Me How” and my personal favorite, “I Hope to Be Around,” in which supporting member Dragos contributes incredible solos on keyboard. The audience huddles and sways under brilliant purple and white lights as their set finally comes to an end with the upbeat yet pensive “Say Can You Hear.”

As much as I am tempted to linger, I know that yet another band will be coming to play on the third stage at the festival. The solo project of Australian artist Kevin Parker, more widely known as Tame Impala, will be playing a special set that includes the entirety of his album Lonerism, originally released back in 2012 but still beloved as a cult classic. After glancing over the impressive variety of local vendors, I stop by my favorite vegan food truck just in the nick of time to see Tame Impala preparing to take the stage. Desert Daze’s largest stage, nicknamed ‘The Moon,’ has an impressive display prepared to accompany the arrival of such a renowned musical guest. 

The backdrop lights up with psychedelic visuals to accompany the entrancing combination of Parker’s synthesizers and the echoing, resonant instrumentals from his touring band members. Saturated, colorful images of rolling hills and ocean waves affirm the feeling that the audience has been transported to a rare oasis somewhere far away. As Parker reaches the most widely beloved track on Lonerism, “Feels Like I Only Go Backwards,” the crowd begins to sway and sing the lyrics back to him. Tame Impala continue onward, playing through the songs in their original album order, until they reach the grooving, upbeat track “Elephant.”

Both Parker and the crowd seem to revel in the sudden burst of energy resulting from the uptempo bassline in the otherwise laid-back set. Mixing in a few of his newer tracks after finishing his playthrough of Lonerism, Parker also plays selections from Currents and The Slow Rush to complete his performance. The indie classic “The Less I Know the Better” has everyone dancing instantly, while the more relaxed “Borderline” helps the audience start to wind down as the festival comes to a close. 

But it’s not over just yet. The stars are shining overhead, and they’re ready to turn in after such an impressive performance and begin to shuffle back to their campsites. They’re also excited, because it’s all going to happen again tomorrow.

[rubyheadphones]

kuci hall of fame 7.2.23

the national honor society : in your eyes the clientele: blue over blue teenage fanclub : foreign land heavenly : our love is heavenly en attendant ana : wonder ivy : get out of the city the shapiros : will you still love me tomorrow (the shirelles cover) bad brains : stay close to me *by request* embrace : past jawbox : dreamless the hated : somewhere farside : keep my soul awake be your own pet : hand grenade glen matlock : head on a stick bully : hard to love the sonics : the hard way (the kinks cover) big star : i'm in love with a girl the toms : passport to heaven the courtneys : point that thing somewhere else (the clean cover) rob i. miller : in circles the dirtbombs : it's gonna be alright class : no news could please the soft boys: i wanna destroy you the exploding hearts : i'm a pretender (king louie mix) nikki corvette and the romeos : he's gone   baby shakes : on a friday frankie rose : anything belle + sebastian : i don't know what you see in me beach fossils : don't fade away wild nothing : nocturne tourist activities : wrong side pel mel : late late show ted leo + the pharmacists : ping ping (stereolab cover)

[zizitzatza]

Cooking time #cookingtime #tonytonystark #pugamstaff #mixedbreeddog #csipusz #kuci #europeanshorthair #mixedbreedcat (helyszín: Halásztelek) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqN_ixZonlU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[kucikitty]

“Beg For It.”

Photos Not Mine;

•| ⊱✿⊰ |• Pairings; Switch!(he’s trying)Han Jisung x F!Reader

•| ⊱✿⊰ |• Warnings; Slight smut. I’m talking like light teasing this shit is short. Mentions of cock. Definitely begging from both sides.

•| ⊱✿⊰ |• Word Count; no fuckin idea lol

•| ⊱✿⊰ |• Author’s Note; Just a short little Drabble I thought up in the moment. Nothing too long. Hope y’all enjoy anyway. I’m thinking about making a dbf!bangchan fic if anyone’s interested. (Don’t quote me on that though I’m a slow ass writer 🤓)

•| ⊱✿⊰ |• ALL MY CONTENT IS 18+ !! PLEASE DO NOT INTERACT IF YOU’RE A MINOR. YOU WILL BE BLOCKED.

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“Beg for it” He demands.

You look up at him with a scowl, your pride wouldn’t allow it.

A pout forms on his lips, his brows furrow. He knows you’re not just gonna beg, but he needs to hear it. He knows he’ll go crazy if he doesn’t.

“Please, please beg for it.” He leans in and smells your scent, intoxicated by you, “If you beg for it, I’ll do whatever you want me to. I promise to make you feel so good, please-“ His voice cracks.

He was losing his demeanor. You never wanted to beg a man ever, but the way he looked at you with his pout and doe eyes had you in a trance.

“How are you gonna ask me to beg you, yet you’re the one begging.”

A whimper escapes his lips, that’s it. He knows you’re not gonna beg him, he’s lost his chance. He pulls away but not before you grab onto his shirt, you then drop to your knees and give him what he wants.

“Jisung, I want your cock so bad, please fuck me. I’ll go crazy if you don’t.”

You’re clawing at his shirt while you speak and you swear you can see his knees buckle. You swore you wouldn’t be caught dead begging a man, yet here you are. Melting like puddy underneath his touch, you weren’t the only one though. He was under your spell just as much as you were under his.

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© 2024 KUCIKITTY. DO NOT COPY, REPUBLISH OR TRANSLATE MY WORK ANYWHERE

[inkameswetrust]

white boy emporium

[partiallypearl]

the scene in big time scandal where lucy’s choosing who will be kendall for her music video is so goddamn funny

[myloveforhergoeson]

everyone shifting into kucy mode... we truly are a hivemind

[sbd-laytall]

[unpopularshipbracket]

Finals

Rosalina/Pauline (Mario Brothers)

fic count: 3

"There was concept art for Super Mario Odyssey that had Rosalina playing guitar. I imagine that they would bond over their love of music and a relationship blossoms from there :)"

"Every lesbian needs a semi-baseless Yuri ship that they're ride or die on and this is mine. RosaLine forever"

Mina Murray Harker/Lucy Westenra (Dracula by Bram Stoker)

fic count: 258

"ultimate tragic couple. mina would do anything to save lucy but it wasn't enough. lucy trusted mina so much. dracula is homophobic"

[cant-get-enough-btr-forever]

This is a crucial step on my quest to understand the meaning of our existence.

[kuciradio]

Camp Flog Gnaw 2019

2019 marked the 8th annual Camp Flog Gnaw, hosted and created by Tyler, The Creator. Camp Flog Gnaw is a festival in Los Angeles held over the course of a weekend; with a myriad of artists ranging from up-and-coming to highly notable. One of the earlier sets was put on by Slowthai, a rapper from the UK, whose music draws from the grime scene as well as traditional rap. His energetic stage presence and strong, rough sound resonated with me and the crowd, creating by far one of the most interesting mosh-pits I’ve seen. 

Willow Smith, an artist that has evolved in both style and music throughout her young career as an artist, performed songs from her new project Willow that released this summer. Putting on a great performance and dazzling the crowd with with her ability, her backup singers harmonized effortlessly with her and Willow’s constant interaction with the crowd made it a fun experience. The crowd went into a frenzy as she brought out her brother Jaden Smith to perform “U Know,” a fan favorite, and “Summertime in Paris” off his new album ERYS.

By far one of my favorite performances was Thundercat, who played groovy songs as he infused funk, rock, jazz and R&B within his music. Thundercat sang and played his bass incredibly fast, showing the crowd his skill as he navigated through catchy riffs and seemed to be jamming out on stage. He brought out Michael McDonald to help him on the piano, who played well but demonstrated even more of his vocal prowess when he was given the mic. Michael McDonald performed “I Keep Forgettin’,” a huge song even today still played on radio stations and sampled many times by other artists. His voice hasn’t aged a day; he sounded even better in person, igniting the crowd to chant along. 

Just as the set was about to commence on its last song, one last guest was brought out, Kamasi Washington, a master saxophonist who played at an impressively rapid pace. Later in the evening as the sun set on the Los Angeles skyline,Tyler, The Creator himself came to the stage. Coming off the huge success of IGOR, his new album, his last stop on tour was here at Camp Flog Gnaw. Coming out to thousands of fans as he stood before everyone, the intro track “IGOR’S THEME” boomed throughout the venue, causing everyone to chant his name or yell in excitement. With a slight shift in his body to the crowd, Tyler screamed out “IGOR!” and the crowd jumped and smiled in return. He went onto perform the majority of “IGOR,” several highlights from his previous album “Flower Boy,” as well as a variety of songs from “Goblin,” an album released before his newfound acclaim. The crowd was screaming in joy for the entirety of the performance, affirming that Tyler had one of the best stage presences of the entire weekend. There were many more artists that I was able to see and enjoy as well as other performances I sadly missed out on. However, the experience was wonderful and will have memories of my time there forever!

- Angel Castro

[rubyheadphones]

kuci hall of fame 12.11.22

plains : line of sight dear nora : sedona the softies : charms around your wrist the mendoza line : you singled me out fastbacks : i wanna be with you sacred paws : brush your hair the merry go round : live (by request!) the paranoyds : over and done private lives : private lives quasi : queen of ears gina birch ft thurston moore : wish I was you basement : bad apple ribbon stage : nowhere fast hammered hulls : needlepoint tiger warmers : poke it with a stick sonic youth : nic fit (untouchables cover) the casual dots : the setting sunrise wipers : window shop for love pile : loops shame : fingers of steel shux : split merengue bam bam : stress big joanie : what are you waiting for gossip : eyes open special interest : cherry blue intention bad girls : dance to dance the originals : vamos a la playa divina gloria : mediterranée club alessandro alessandroni : snake disco scream + dance : in rhythm (12" mix) class : box my own shadow guided by voices : my impression now the brights : life walks by moonlove : triangle the feelies : let's go yo la tengo : fallout

[zizitzatza]

Just look into the camera #csipusz #kuci #europeanshorthaircat #mixedbreedcat #blackcat #resttime❤️ #saturday #weekend (helyszín: Halásztelek) https://www.instagram.com/p/CprgLqToTD8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[kucikitty]

---✿❀Desperate Bangchan❀✿---

Photos not mine, I only edit them;

•| ⊱✿⊰ |• Pairing; Sub!Bangchan x Dom!GN!Reader

•| ⊱✿⊰ |• Warnings; smut, dirty talk, pet names, submissive bangchan, dominant reader, needy, swear words, slight oral - m!receiving (Just the tip lol)

•| ⊱✿⊰ |• Word Count; 1226

•| ⊱✿⊰ |• Author's Note; Hope you all enjoy! Just a quick little drabble I put together this morning~

!! •| ⊱✿⊰ |• !! My blog is 18+!! MINORS DO NOT INTERACT. AGE IN BIO OR PINNED! MINORS WILL BE BLOCKED!! Thank you~

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Bangchan is kneeled in front of you, ready and obedient for whatever you decide to do with him next. You reach out and your thumb dances across his bottom lip. The static buzzing with every touch you give him. He’s obsessed with you, he craves you. Always. You leave him wanting more every time. You go to pull your hand back but he’s quick. His fingers wrap around your wrist holding you in place, your thumb still resting on his plush pillowy lips. He kisses the tip slowly, sensually, dragging your thumb down. His bottom lip drags with it then flicks back into place. He blinks up at you, his doe eyes stare at yours with need. He holds your eyes in his as he wraps his lips around your thumb. The suction is light but it gets needier with every second that goes by. He wishes it was your clit instead but beggars can’t be choosers. He’ll take anything you give him, as long as he’s able to have anything of you he’s satisfied. 

You’re mesmerized. The pure ecstasy on his face over something so minimal is slowly driving you insane. You knew he was pussy whipped but you didn’t realize it was this bad. Truth be told it turned you on so much more. How far was he willing to go to be with you? Would he do anything you asked? A simple yes, he would. He’d walk to the ends of the earth, jump off a cliff, grovel on his knees if you asked him to. 

Whilst his tongue danced around your thumb you brought your free hand up and combed your fingers through the bangs laid on his forehead. The sensation caused him to purr, a low groan rumbling in his throat. His eyes held yours with desperation, he wanted more but he didn’t want to be selfish. It’s your pleasure before his, always. Although he couldn’t help the slight thrusts into the crowded air, he needed relief, bad. And you were right there to give it to him. 

You could see the strain on his face, it was devilish to witness. You almost wanted to leave him here, carnal for more. But with the way he was acting you didn’t know if you could. Because truth be told you were just as turned on as he is. There’s nothing more satisfying than having a man like him at your beck and call. You’re gonna have fun with this one, it was an opportunity you refused to pass up. 

You pulled back your thumb that was still in between his beautiful lips, his hold on your wrist getting tighter. He didn’t want to let go yet, it’s too soon. But with the sharp look you gave him he accepted defeat, he didn’t want to disappoint you. Especially when he was so close to having you, it’d ruin him. 

You smiled softly at his disheveled state. His messy hair, blown eyes and wet lips pulled apart and panting. 

“Such a good puppy for me, yeah?” You whisper. 

His eyes lit up at the pet name, he’d like whatever you decided to call him but there was something about the word puppy that drove him wild. The slew of bangs on his forehead bounced up and down when he nodded in response. Any praise from you was better than anything on this planet, he was determined to receive more. To be a good boy for you. 

You leaned down to his kneeled form, your face hovering above his, lips inches away. Just a little more and your lips would meet. The urge he must resist to lean forward and push his lips into yours was the hardest thing he’s had to do in a while. 

You smirk at his desperation, god he was so delicious, “Since you’re such a good puppy how ‘bout you sit on the edge of the bed for me, hm?” 

He didn’t have to be told twice, tripping over his feet as he stood up, he stumbled to the edge of the bed and sat obediently. His fingers splayed across the sheets, rubbing against the fabric, his nerves are on fire. 

You stand straight up once again, a smirk dances across your lips at his eagerness. Slowly making your way to him, you let your hips sway with every step. Your hard stare has him trapped, like Medusa has laid her cold eyes on him and turned him into stone, he was still. When you reach him you extend your hand out, he grabs it softly and kisses the back of it. You smile at his quick obedience. 

Suddenly you drop to your knees in front of him and push his thighs apart. You make your way in between his spread out form, your nails digging into his jeans as you squeeze his thick thighs. He stops breathing, stunned at your sudden decision. You’re in between his legs and he has no idea how to breathe. 

“Ah-“ A whimper escapes his lips when you lean down and press a kiss to his bulge. 

He’s so hard it hurts, his fingers dig into the sheets more, he wants it bad. You gleam at his sounds, you need to draw more out and you need it now. 

You nuzzle your face into his bulge, the rough fabric of his jeans scratching at your face but that’s the least of your concern. When you look up at him his head is thrown back. Hot harsh breaths coming out from his mouth, he doesn’t know how much longer he can last. Even with you just looking at him he can blow his load, you were addicting. 

Your slight giggle grabs his attention and he whips his head back down to look at you, although he wishes he hadn’t. Your chin is resting on his painfully hard bulge and your eyes full of sin, teasing him. And he wouldn’t have it any other way. 

You squeeze at his thighs again, “Since you’ve been such a good puppy I think I should reward you.” You lift your head up and make quick work at his belt, “I’m gonna shove your cock so far down my throat, the only thing you’re gonna think of is me.” 

You slide the belt out of the hoops and start unbuttoning his jeans, “The only name you’re gonna chant is mine.” His hips lift as you pull down his pants along with his underwear, his cock springs free, “I’m going to consume your entire being and you’re gonna love every second of it.” 

His bottom lip quivers when you wrap your hand around the base of his cock, “You already consume me, every day.” His voice shakes. 

You give his tip a soft kiss and he almost busts right then and there, “Is that so?” You ask. 

His bottom lip is pulled between his teeth, almost drawing blood. His breath is uneven, “Y-yes. No one else can make me feel like you do.” 

You wrap your lips around his tip and suck harshly, he cries out. The electrifying sensation only lasts a couple of seconds before you pull back, enjoying every second of his disheveled state. 

“Mm you got that right.” You moan out, “Now puppy, let me show you exactly why no one else can do what I can do.” 

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© 2024 KUCIKITTY. DO NOT COPY, REPUBLISH OR TRANSLATE MY WORK ANYWHERE

[ad-astra-per-aspera-1389]

okay, SO, because I want to talk about it more, just...hear me out about Lucy and Kevin, okay? by the time Lucy shows up, Kevin is 19/almost 20 (Lucy is 18 when she moves into the Palm Woods) (also this is in LA Is Ours, not TA). season 1 Kevin, I can't see Lucy with, but he has a lot of character development in season 2, mostly bc of the responsibility he has while in LA, and then he's doing his own thing for a while with directing while Joe is in NZ working on Forever April and Nick is finishing high school.

I got sidetracked, but anyway, Lucy has said she doesn't like bad boys/snakes, but she does like rock. Kevin is a nice guy, but he's also a rocker. (also for the bit I intend to include involving aunt lisa's distrust of rockstars)

also I think it would solve so many problems in the btr storyline, just sayin