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Bob Marley and The Wailers One Love Peace Concert poster and animation

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Bob Marley Opens the Rastaman Vibration Tour at the Tower Theater on April 23, 1976!

Bob Marley and the Wailers open their Rastaman Vibration Tour at the Tower on April 23, 1976.  It’s a special night for Bob and The Wailers.  They are scheduled to play two shows.  Bob’s mother, Cedella Booker, will travel the 30 minutes from her home in nearby Wilmington, Delaware to see her son, now a bona fide rock star, play at a North American venue for the first time.  The Wailers, now sporting roots guitarist Donald Kinsey and a game Earl “Chinna” Smith, are both excited and apprehensive about playing the new songs off their Rastaman Vibration album – which will hit stores the following week on April 30, 1976.  What a way to introduce the new songs…to an eager audience in one of North America’s most historic cities.

Photographer: Neil Fitzpatrick

Location Of Photograph: Tower Theatre, Upper Darby, USA. 04/23/1976

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Queen Omega & Little Lion Sound - No Love Dubplate

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Dan Gio Slews The Beast On "Lime Tree Lane"

Reggae Artist Dan Gio has been making progress with his music over the years. With music that uplifts the people, upholds the Rastafarian order, and promotes consciousness, he has been gaining a sizable audience from various parts of the world. In his music, he does not hold back, and with “Lime Tree Lane“, he is making giant steps forward. Produced by Lion Trod for Zion Trod Records, Dan Gio is…

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🌌 Ripkitty x Fawaz Canvas Art Collection 🌌

Prepare yuhself fi some bold, no-nonsense art that channels di energy of His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Selassie. Dis collection nah play—it’s pure vibes an’ respect to di Lion of Judah. These canvases nah just decor; dem a full-on tributes to di legend an’ di legacy of Rastafari.

1. 14”x11” Black & White Silhouette of Emperor Selassie

Straight minimalism at its finest. Dis black an’ white canvas silhouette bring out di raw essence of Selassie’s spirit. Fawaz Arts an’ Ripkitty blend di power of di King’s gaze into a stripped-down masterpiece. Perfect fi di true believers an’ anyone who respect di Emperor’s legacy. Pure, untouched vibes wit’ dat iconic face right pon yuh wall.

2. 14”x11” Coronation Crown of Emperor Haile Selassie

Fi those who know what royalty feel like, dis art tek it to a next level. Di colors vibrant, di details insane—dat coronation crown shine with gold an’ jewels, resting above Selassie’s royal robes like a true king. Di deep reds, di textured greens, an’ di emperor’s fierce gaze embody power, culture, an’ Rastafari pride. It nah just sit there, it command di room.

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Get it before it is gone.. Sunday is the last day of the sale… Originally made for you. Sir Fawaz All for only $350.00… I would have love to buy it, but the artist will not allow me to. Comes with the frame! #fawazarts #fawazartsgallery #fawazart #lion #tribeofjudah #rasta #rastafari #rastaman #kingofkings #pencilart https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp6KWF4u2Or/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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ATSV Fun Fact!! - Mumbattan Cultural Details

Gayatri & Inspector Singh follow the Sikh Religion

Have you ever heard of Punjabi Sikhs?

If you don't know - Sikhism is a religion that originates in northern India, specifically Punjab.

The turban Gayatri's father wears - along with his last name 'Singh' implies that her father is most likely a Punjabi Sikh.

I notice this the first time watching ATSV and was like 'wow that's so cool :)'

It only hit me today that 'Oh wait I don't think a lot of people know about this very-specific, rarely-mentioned religion maybe i should say something,'

And because I LOVE yelling about world culture, LET'S GO!!!

[a SHORT essay where I explain the basics of Sikhism, a religion built on equality and justice. And details in The Singhs design, and exactly why Sikh Representation matters]

So What's Sikhism about?

Often mistaken for Muslims - Sikhs are actually a non-Abrahamic religion, with 20 million followers worldwide.

But even with so many visible practicing members, most people know very very little about this beautiful religion!

Sikhs believe in equality and unity - and defending the oppressed. Their book of faith, The Guru Granth Sahib Ji, is called 'Guru' for a reason - Sikhs see the book as not just a code of conduct, but as a living, breathing teacher for every practicioner;

From Wikipedia on Guru Granth Sahib: Sikhs since then [1708] have accepted the Guru Granth Sahib, the sacred scripture, as their eternal-living guru, as the embodiment of the ten Sikh Gurus, the highest religious and spiritual guide for Sikhs. It plays a central role in guiding the Sikh's way of life.

The Guru Granth Sahib is the spiritual leader of Sikhism, and it's treated as such.

That's why in Gurdwaras - their place of worship - it's treated as such, being clothed and held in ornate structure, constantly fanned throughout it's readings (the fan you can see in the left picture).

They believe that by following the Guru Granth Sahib Ji, they can cultivate compassion, peace, and harmony in their communities, while diminishing 'Mara' - concepts like hatred or violence.

Sikhs believe that every Sikh should revere themselves as champions of unity. And because of this many Sikhs have the same last name -

Kaur for women (Meaning Princess) and Singh for men (Meaning Lion).

Having the same last name also does away with the Indian caste system, making it another point of equality.

In ATSV Gayatri last name is Singh. However from my understanding, her name would most likely be Gayatri Kaur in reality.

I think they kept her last name as Singh as a deliberate choice to keep her initials as GS, like Gwen Stacy.

So is Gayatri Sikh?

Maybe - most likely.

But we can't be sure. Mainly because of her hair.

Gayatri has a short bob haircut, and while that might not seem like it matters, it does!

In Sikhism there are the '5K's - different aspects Sikhs wear to show their faith.

Notice the first one?

'Kesh' is the practice of leaving ones hair completely uncut. That's why you may see a lot of Sikh men with long, long beards!

And hence, the large turbans.

It's done as respect for God's creation - leaving it unaltered.

[Fun Fact! - Rastafarians, a Jamaican religion, also don't cut their hair for this reason. Think Bob Marley. Rastas call God - Jah]

So, Gayatri having short hair means she doesn't keep Kesh.

However, Sikh is a super accepting and open religion, and it's main focus is on acceptance of difference, not conformity - so she could entirely follow the faith without doing all of any of the 5Ks.

Also, if you're curious about the steel sword K - Kirpan, yes that's a thing!

Sikhs of all genders are encouraged to carry a small ceremonial blade with them.

Instead it's a symbol of the commitment to fighting for what's right - and defending those who cannot defend themselves.

A Kirpan can ONLY be used to defend the life of yourself or others, which is incredibly rare.

Why is this all so rad, cool, and important?

If you haven't noticed by now, Sikhism is a religion driven by justice. Not just in theory, but in really life as well.

That's why you may see many Sikh police officers and politicians, even here in the West. Most of them wearing the emblem on their turbans.

In fact, Canada has SO MANY Sikh politicians, that in 2019 they elected 18 of them.

For centuries Sikhs have been dedicated to justice, and developing systems of support, whether that be political involvement or feeding those in need.

The biggest Gurdwara (a place of Sikh worship) The Golden Temple feeds over 100,000 people A DAY.

For FREE.

It's a practice called Langar. A communal meal anyone can enjoy. And of course, Langar food is vegetarian.

Making Inspector Singh a Sikh - and showing him saving people and being warm to his daughter on screen is great representation for a community so often overlooked! Despite the fact they are over 20 million practicing Sikhs.

It's a great detail for Indian and Punjabi representation in specific. It accurate shows their beliefs and commitment towards helping others, no matter the cost.

And from what we can tell, this choice came later in development. We know this because ALL of his concept art shows him with a turban, not keeping Kesh.

It seems like someone later on down the line said 'Wait if his name is Singh I think he's Sikh and if he's Sikh then we're gonna have to redesign him and make that obvious oops'.

That, dear audience, is why you always have an Anthropologist in the writing room. Or some amateur anthropologist like me :)

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I hope you enjoyed reading this, I really enjoyed writing it!! Sikhism is one of my favorite religions and if you have never heard anything from the Guru Granth Sahib I HIGHLY recommend it, it's very optimistic and compassionate. Sikhnet(.)com is also a great resource!

I have no idea if this will pique anyone's interest, but I hardly ever see Sikhs reflected in media and I know many many people may confuse them with Muslim, especially since many women Sikhs keep kesh and cover their hair as well.

But if you ever wanted to know the difference, here it is! If you read this far, thank you SO MUCH. And if you're a Sikh and reading this, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH.

As usual, here's a photo of Hobie for your travels.

BYE.

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Grover Underwood Playlist

"Grover wore his fake feet and his pants to pass as human. He wore a green rasta-style cap, because when it rained his curly hair flattened and you could just see the tips of his horns. His bright orange backpack was full of scrap metal and apples to snack on. In his pocket was a set of reed pipes his daddy goat had carved for him, even though he only knew two songs: Mozart's Piano Concerto no. 12 and Hilary Duff's "So Yesterday," both of which sounded pretty bad on reed pipes." –The Lightning Thief

1. The Campfire Song— The Lightning Thief Company

2. Boys Will Be Bugs— Cavetown

3. Break My Stride— Matthew Wilder

4. Cupid's Chokehold— Gym Class Heroes

5. September— Earth, Wind & Fire

6. Count on Me— Bruno Mars

7. 100 Bad Days— AJR

8. The Cult of Dionysus— The Orion Experience

9. Legend Lake— Miggie Snyder

10. The Tree on the Hill— George Salazar

11. In the Same Boat— Rob Rokicki, Chris McCarrell, Kristin Stokes, Jorrel Javier

12. Flowers In Your Hair— The Lumineers

13. Hug All Ur Friends— Cavetown

14. Little Lion Man— Mumford & Sons

15. Natural— Imagine Dragons

16. Strawberry Fields Forever— The Beatles

17. I Lived— OneRepublic

18. We're Going to Be Friends— The White Stripes

19. I See Fire— Ed Sheeran

20. Home— Edith Whiskers

21. Where'd All the Time Go?— Dr. Dog

22. Lost Boy— Ruth B.

23. Team— Lorde

24. Because of You— Kelly Clarkson

25. So Yesterday— Hilary Duff

26. Willow Tree March— The Paper Kites

27. Soldier, Poet, King— Jacob Cook

28. Kaleidoscope— A Great Big World

29. Beautiful Soul— Jesse McCartney

30. Complicated— Avril Lavigne