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penroseparticle · 5 months

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Penrose Song of the Day Day 27: I. Pink Toes by Childish Gambino featuring Jhene Aiko

Who doesn't love Dong Lover, honestly.

I think Childish Gambino does a really good job of doing the whole "I came from money but I am part of the culture" bit more than a certain other guy who's on the tip of everyone's tongue right now, tbh.

I think what I like the most about Childish is that, unfortunately, he does activate my nerd rapper neurons (The same ones that go gaga for shit like Hamilton and Watsky and stuff. Sorry Mom, sorry God. It's good though I like it.). But he also is saying something real, and something genuine. There's the acknowledgement and awkwardness present in his stuff. Because The Internet, for instance. Features some of those anxieties around fitting in, and some nerd ass jokes complete with the lampshade of no one getting it. There's something real there, about the black experience. Especially the not black enough experience.

I don't really feel strongly connected with my black heritage, actually. I don't feel really strongly connected to any of my heritage really. There's so many people that I'm standing on top of, being propped up and taken care of by. And I am so far removed from all of them. I don't have any close family anymore, all of my grandparents are passed. I know something about my heritage but it's hard to find a place to begin, where to start. And honestly. It feels like I'm faking right? There's a lot of me that is culturally white. So the anxiety of being the other but not THE OTHER is actually pretty strong. I feel like I can identify more with Gay than with Black, honestly, due to a bunch of things- being forced to confront gay much more often, understanding the rules of the identity, being around other gay people more often.

And of course, the one no one wants to talk about- it's easier. Which sounds so fucking cursed to say but the world is set up that way right? That's part of the whole systemic aspect. And sometimes I do get the racism without any of the cultural solidarity to fall back on. Weird.

I like Pink Toes because I like Sensitive Boy music like Frank Ocean and yes, also Childish Gambino. This song always reminds me of one friend of mine, who also is very black, but plays hockey. He loves this song specifically for Jhene Aiko's part on it. Pink Toes always makes me think of him-I think he's in Minnesota or Wisconsin or something. Coaching hockey. I hope he's happy there.

This song is dreamy. The soundscape has something going to it that makes me think of laying in a field, watching clouds go by. The birds are a nice touch of sound engineering, and you can hear the cop cars at the end but I can see myself in a city park hearing these exact noises.

The drums like... limp along? I don't know how to explain it. The drum noises seem. like. almost behind, playing catchup. The song not hurried though. Like they're just languidly playing. I know it's not out of time or anything. It just gives a good impression of not quite being there but not caring either.

The synth work is fine I think. There's some weird modulation in the Rainbows and Sunshine part that gives almost an unsettled feeling. I do get the feeling that I'm laying in a park just. not doing anything and drifting. But it also kind of gives me the impression that I should. Be concerned? Be worried. But instead I'm ignoring it and laying in a field daydreaming.

It ending on "I'm out of time" right before sirens pop in gives more of that impression to me.

Anyways, Don Glover has this way of like. Making an extremely personal feeling song that somehow is also broadly resonant. those two things are probably very closely related honestly. But I love it. And hey! You could be dead right now. Go listen to something you love.

#fresh jamz #penrose song of the day

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einsteinsugly · 1 year

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T7S Characters, in their version of Abbott Elementary. In Chicago, Illinois, circa 1986...

Eric: A straight Jacob/Gregory. Teaches eighth grade history. Has a crush on the English teacher next door.

Donna: Melissa #1/Janine. Teaches eighth grade English. Frequents the school library. Has a crush on the history teacher next door.

Hyde: Melissa #2, the male version. Teaches second grade and third grade. Has a crush on the principal. Makes brutal haikus at Jackie's expense.

Jackie: Ava. Became principal after blackmailing the superintendent. Pretends to hate Hyde, but she thinks she's cute. Pokes fun at Donna all the time, because she's so boring.

Kelso: Tariq/Maurice, except he's in an on-off relationship with Jackie. An occasional security guard, and an amateur rapper.

Fez: The theater/pop culture ridden side of Jacob. He's the guy Eric recruits to paint the murals.

Laurie: Kristin Marie. Eric/Hyde's obnoxious sister.

Pastor Dave: A male Barbara. Teaches kindergarten.

Red: Martin Eddie, Eric's father (and Hyde's adopted father), who Eric has a very complicated relationship with. His wife Kitty is a nurse, and also has a successful florist shop. They are both from Point Place, Wisconsin.

Leo: A far less coherent Mr. Johnson. Is the school's janitor.

#that 70s show #that 90s show #eric and donna #jackie and hyde #red and kitty #michael kelso #fez #my essays #abbott elementary

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cadencecrownking · 2 years

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There is a balm in Gilead.

There is a bomb in Gilead.

There is a silver Nissan commuting.

There is community divided in Gilead.

There is a dice game in Houston, Texas.

There is a bomb in the dice game.

There is a 28-year-old rapper shot dead in Gilead.

There is a baby born in cranky and creaking St. Joe’s Hospital.

There is a balm in Gilead.

There is a psalm in silence.

There is recycling pickup day in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

There is a bomb in nothingness.

There is a frenetic escalation explosion in Ukraine.

There is a seagull a flutter in Gilead on the Day Of the Dead.

There is a crimson leaf departing majestic maple tree.

There is a man, muttering in studded, stuttering English, on Chase Avenue.

There is a bomb in Gilead.

There is a balm in Gilead.

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soukita · 2 years

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RICK OWENS AND HIS INFLUENCE ON YOUNG ADULTS AND THEIR FASHION JOURNEYS

The fashion industry is forever evolving, inspiring a new generation of young teens and adults to express their individuality through the language of clothes. In the midst of the fashion industry, many people have shared their love for clothing by designing and creating new pieces that can influence a group of disciples for years to come. Rick Owens and Michèle Lamy are two influential figures who completely changed the fashion industry with their intricate designs and unique silhouettes whilst helping introduce many people, of all different backgrounds, to avant-garde fashion. The fashion industry continues to fluctuate in terms of what is and what is not popular due to the rapidity of trend cycles and the gentrification of fashion. Rick Owens has gained a lot of traction in recent years due to widespread popularity on social media such as TikTok, Instagram and Pinterest. This wide-spread popularity can be attributed to numerous celebrity endorsements and collaborations. I interviewed two Rick Owens enthusiasts: Bailey Anderes and Chase Walker comparing the influence Rick Owens has had on their respective fashion journeys. Walker, a 23 year old reseller from Detroit and Anderes, a 19 year old Fashion Student from New York, both have different journeys in finding their own route in the fashion industry, however they both share a common admiration for the brand.

When did you first get into the brand Rick Owens?:

Walker: “When I was about 16-17 I saw Kanye wearing this Rick parka and ever since then it’s been on my radar.”

Anderes: “Around sophomore year. So about 4 years ago.”

What inspired you to get into fashion, specifically Rick Owens?:

Walker: “Back in 2016, I was in several online communities, mostly on Reddit and Kanyetothe. This is when we were coming out of the Yeezus era and I saw a lot of affluent people wearing Rick such as A$AP Rocky and Kanye. This era is when a lot of people were getting into Rick because of celebrities. It wasn’t until 2019 that I actually started buying Rick because I had started downsizing by selling my thrifted clothing on Instagram. Then, when COVID happened, I lost my job and used my stimulus checks to invest in my business, importing and dealing with designer goods, mostly Rick.”

Anderes: “I think the dark, drape, and brutal style is super cool. Seeing my dad wear suits early on definitely made me want to look fashionable”.

Do you think the location of where you live affects your fashion sense?

Walker: “Detroit is a fashion desert. Short answer, yes”.

Anderes: “Absolutely. I grew up in Wisconsin. And that’s honestly what pushed me into Instagram and websites, so I began seeing and reading about designers there.”

“One thing about Rick is that it has such longevity because it’s the only brand in the public eye that is “dark wear adjacent”

Rick Owens has gained an insane amount of popularity in the recent months, why do you think that is and do you think gatekeeping the brand has aided its exclusivity?

Walker: “Definitely has to do with the Converse and Birkenstock collab, Rappers like Gunna and Playboi Carti and Tyrone Dylan’s influence on the brand with Kiss Heels and the more glam look also have had a major influence. One thing about Rick is that it has such longevity because it’s the only brand in the public eye that is “dark wear adjacent”.

Anderes: “Yes. Gatekeeping Rick Owens definitely would allow them to be less popular, however with collaborations with Converse and Veja, they end up hitting a lower price tier bracket so it’s more accessible. Also gatekeeping Rick is still a thing, there are a lot of collectors who don’t like how popular it’s getting so they tend to stray away from giving out a lot of info”.

When a brand gets really popular in mainstream media and fashion, it is inevitable that fakes start to appear in the market more frequently. Have you ever bought any fakes?

Walker: I’ve bought so many fakes by accident. I think it’s weird if you wear it. Money is out there, there are very little things you cannot afford when it comes to clothes. If you have $200 but the piece you want is $500, just wait until your next paycheck. Counterfeiters don’t intend to fool the buyers, they are selling to a customer. If you really care about the piece, you’ll look diligently to make sure what you’re buying is real”.

Anderes: “Unbeknownst to me yes, I also was on Canal Street and got a fake Prada hat cause it was funny”.

Do you think the price tag of some of Rick Owens pieces are worth it? In terms of quality and honing your personal style?

Walker: “Short answer: yes, value is a complicated concept. I can buy a Gildan shirt from Walmart and as soon as I walk out the door the value depreciates, however I can buy a piece and as time goes by I can get back the money I paid, or more, if I resell it”.

Anderes: “Retail? No. Resell? Definitely not. You have to be patient to find a good deal nowadays. I used to have a lot of Rick Owens. I collected a lot from SS02 and I was able to pick it up for pretty cheap a few years ago. Now, not so much”.

Rick Owens has created such a big community that truly brings people in the fashion world together. There’s a private discord, accessed only by invite, that allows enthusiasts to have an open discussion with other archivists and devotees to the brand where one is able to chat, share their newest pieces, and oftentimes sell to each other. Owens, a bi-sexual man, has also used the brand as a way to blur the lines of gender steryotypes (creating the famous “KISS Heels” that many hetoro-sexual men are now wearing). I asked Walker if he thought Owens himself has had an influence in breaking these gender norms:

Walker: “Yes but not really. A lot of men who are wearing Kiss heels are some of the most homophobic and bigoted people, but they dont even realize the meaning behind the piece. You cannot look at these muses Rick has and not think this isn’t a little queer. Some people are just so close-minded and blinded by their own delusion that they’ll wear anything hype even if they don’t support it. Rick operates in such a peculiar space, being a designer endorsed by rappers and hype while simultaneously androgyny and femininity”.

Anderes and Walker are both different in age, style and location, however they both share one thing in common and that is their self expression through fashion and their work. Walker a reseller and Anderes a writer both hone their experiences in the fashion industry to continue utilizing their craft in order to evolve.

As fashion keeps evolving, Owen’s brand will too, and currently he is in the midst of releasing another collaboration with Converse. As Anderes said, people are still gatekeeping Rick Owens, but with his continuation of collaborations and releases that appeal to the masses, the brand seems as if it will continue to be a staple on social media and in everyone’s wardrobe.

“Rick operates in such a peculiar space, being a designer endorsed by rappers and hype while simultaneously androgyny and femininity”

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thelensofyashunews · 2 months

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CHICKEN P SHARES NEW EP STILL BUSSIN

Milwaukee underground street rap mainstay Chicken P has just shared his new EP Still Bussin — out now via 10K Projects and Really Rich Empire. The energetic, bounce-heavy project follows Chicken P's recently-released tape 4EvaLit as well as Hardest N****a Livin’, a triumphant, unflinching life portrait in which he chronicled his gritty road to success out of the streets of Milwaukee that went on to peak at #10 on the Apple Music Hip-Hop charts.

2023 proved to be a breakout year for Chicken P, with the rapper christening his status as one of the most noteworthy new acts to come out of his home state in recent memory. Chicken P first emerged onto the Milwaukee scene during the 2010s and carved out a name for himself for his raw lyricism and bass-loaded sound with projects like the BussaBrick series (Volume 1 and Volume 2) and 2023’s Aint Lost Shit. The locally-grown momentum reached a tipping point in early 2024 following the release of BussaBrick Vol. 3 and a string of features with fellow Milwaukee newcomers Certified Trapper and Myaap, as well as his biggest song to date “Venting” (4M+ Streams) — effectively catapulting him into the upper echelon of underground street rap. Chicken P has since caught the eye of Sexxy Red, Peezy, YTB Fatt and Jalen Green while earning co-signs from rap heavyweights like Veeze, Rylo Rodriguez, Skilla Baby, and Babyface Ray — and playing a key role in leading the Milwaukee scene to mainstream success in the process.

#chicken p #still bussin #milwaukee #milwaukee rappers #milwaukee artist #milwaukee wisconsin #wisconsin #wisconsin rappers #spotify #youtube #music #artist #musician #soundcloud #culture #art #rapper #rap #Spotify

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lilmo414 · 9 months

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Throwback . I smell like designer

#Gucci cologne #Designer #wisconsin #milwaukee #Rapper #Throwback

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weather-usa · 1 month

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Severe weather is affecting concerts—what steps are live music organizers taking in response?

When Emma Furrier arrived at Fenway Park on June 20 for Lana Del Rey’s debut headlining show in Boston, she didn't expect to spend half the night sheltering under the bleachers.

After three days of intense heat, the mayor had just declared a state of emergency. When heat lightning struck, Fenway staff directed fans to take shelter in the stuffy concourse, where they remained for two hours with little access to water or ventilation.

The safety measures the venue had promised—such as free water, cooling stations, and electric fans—were not provided. As a result, fans began feeling unwell and "dropping like flies," Furrier says.

“Every 10 minutes, Fenway employees were yelling at us to move so they could get a stretcher or wheelchair through, but it was shoulder-to-shoulder, with every part of your body pressed against someone else’s,” Furrier says. “It was really frightening because no one knew what was going on.”

The show began at 10 p.m. and lasted only 45 minutes, about half the singer's usual set length. By that time, Furrier felt so sick and dehydrated that she “couldn’t even enjoy the show, which was really disappointing,” she says. “I just couldn’t wait to get home and lie down.”

Although she “survived” the show, Furrier says she “never wants to go through that again.”

USA TODAY has contacted Fenway Park for comment.

Furrier's distressing experience is not unique this summer, as rising temperatures and extreme weather pose significant risks to outdoor concerts. In regions where summer storms are rare, venues may lack proper procedures for handling potentially hazardous evacuations. Additionally, some artists and managers are beginning to reconsider booking outdoor shows in the hottest cities.

Outdoor concerts are increasingly risky during the summer and shoulder seasons. Gregg M. Garfin, deputy director for science translation and outreach at The University of Arizona Institute for Resilient Environments and Societies, notes that rising temperatures and heat waves are already affecting summer concerts. Additionally, in hotter regions, the shoulder seasons (spring and fall) are also becoming more hazardous.

Last year, both rock band Disturbed and rapper 50 Cent canceled concerts in Phoenix when temperatures soared above 115 degrees. Disturbed’s equipment reportedly malfunctioned in the extreme heat, while 50 Cent posted on X (formerly Twitter), “I’ll be back in Arizona soon! 116 degrees is dangerous for everyone.” Even cities not typically associated with extreme heat are affected; in Pittsburgh, Ed Sheeran’s concert led to 17 heat-related hospitalizations, according to city reports.

“We’re already seeing 100-degree temperatures in April, May, September, and October in places like Tucson, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Las Cruces, and other Southwestern cities,” he says. “You’d expect these months to be significantly cooler,” he adds, noting that being unprepared can worsen the impact of such heat.

Urban areas like New York, Washington, D.C., and Chicago are also affected by the "heat island effect." Buildings, roads, and other infrastructure absorb and reemit heat from the sun more intensely than natural landscapes with water bodies and greenery. As a result, daytime temperatures in urban areas are about 1 to 7 degrees higher than those in surrounding rural areas, and nighttime temperatures are about 2 to 5 degrees higher, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

“If you don’t have access to air conditioning, you risk not allowing your body to cool down,” Garfin warns. “When you add air pollution, alcohol and drug use, and dehydration into the mix, it can significantly increase the risk of severe illness or even death.”

‘It was traumatic, and I don’t want to go back’

Jeaurdyn Leffel drove three hours to Southern Wisconsin for Noah Kahan’s sold-out show at the Alpine Valley Music Theatre on July 13. Once at the venue, her group settled on the lawn, eagerly awaiting Kahan’s performance. However, just before the show began at 8 p.m., an announcement instructed everyone to evacuate the lawn due to severe weather. The walk back to their car was particularly unsafe as a powerful windstorm erupted.

“We knew Central Wisconsin experiences a lot of storms, but Southern Wisconsin is usually fine. The storm really came out of nowhere,” she says. “We weren’t prepared, especially since it wasn’t forecasted.”

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The venue instructed them to tune into the radio for weather updates, but no new information was broadcasted, and there was no service to check for updates on social media. The show was eventually rescheduled, but Leffel opted for a refund and decided to skip the new date.

“It was traumatic, and I don’t want to return to that venue,” she says. “It makes me sick. I want to see him, but they have a lot to improve.”

USA TODAY has contacted the Alpine Valley Music Theatre for comment.

Venues May Experience Fewer Bookings During Summer Months

Jones Willingham, the director of ticketing and marketing at Avondale Brewing Co. in Birmingham, Alabama, notes that the summer concert season has become increasingly challenging for outdoor music venues.

For Willingham, the key issue is determining where to draw the line between the venue's responsibilities and the personal choices of attendees.

“It’s a collaborative effort between the venue and fans to get through the summer season,” he says. “For Gen Z artists, fans often arrive early, camp out all day, and press against the barricade, which can lead to a few people passing out. However, with T-Pain on June 30, the hottest day of the year, his fans made sure to hydrate more before entering the venue.”

Venue staff at Avondale prioritize safety by ensuring fans stay hydrated, regardless of the financial cost.

“We have several water stations around the venue and distribute bottled water at the barricade during especially crowded shows,” he explains. “For those camping at the barricade who refuse to leave or drink water and aren’t taking care of themselves, we always strive to help them the most because they’re the ones at higher risk of passing out.”

The venue has also adjusted scheduling to avoid peak midday temperatures. For instance, their monthly garden party, usually held from 2 to 9 p.m., has been rescheduled to run from 4 to 10 p.m.

However, Willingham notes that over his six years at Avondale, the summer season has felt increasingly hotter, and he’s concerned about the future of summer concerts.

“I hope this doesn’t discourage artists and crews from performing at outdoor venues,” he says. “While rain and lightning are typically the main concerns, the escalating heat introduces a new challenge.”

He foresees “summer” shows potentially being scheduled later in the year. When he first started, Avondale’s final shows were held in late October; now, they extend into mid-November. However, he points out that students on summer break make up a significant part of their audience, and fall shows could lead to lower sales.

Artist Managers Face Challenges with Extreme Weather

Zoe Salvucci, an artist manager and music photographer, expresses reluctance to book outdoor shows next summer due to the frequent cancellations and disruptions caused by severe weather.

“It feels like no one has adjusted their planning this summer, but I anticipate changes for next summer given how extreme things have been this year,” she says.

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In July, one of the bands Salvucci manages, Trevor Hall, performed in Charlottesville, North Carolina, in 96-degree heat. Although the amphitheater was shaded, it was still “brutally hot.”

“But heat like that rarely leads to cancellations,” she notes. “Everyone just has to endure a bit more discomfort because the show must go on.”

Salvucci believes it is up to the venues to prepare for emergencies, while the artist's team operates under the assumption that the show will proceed until the last possible moment.

“One major issue with the current system is that cancellations are often made too late in the day,” she says. “Everyone waits until there’s lightning within 5 miles to cancel, which triggers a panic because it’s too late to evacuate everyone safely, and now we’re all scrambling.”

Cancelling shows not only disappoints fans who eagerly anticipated the event but also impacts artists’ revenue, which relies significantly on tour tickets and on-site merchandise sales. “No one benefits from a cancellation, but everyone’s safety is the priority,” she adds.

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For Micah Rubin, tour manager and drummer for The Brazen Youth, ensuring that precautions are in place to protect the band, crew, and fans is essential. During a tour in May, the air conditioning malfunctioned at a venue just before their arrival.

“It was dangerous. As a tour manager, I had to ensure the venue provided water to the concertgoers because the crowd was packed in tightly, sweating profusely,” he says.

Concertgoers Can Take Steps to Protect Their Health

Preparedness tools such as heat index forecasts and safety guidelines can help both concert organizers and attendees manage heat risks more effectively. Garfin suggests using the National Weather Service’s heat index, which considers wind and humidity to provide an accurate "feels-like" temperature, for the most current information on heat waves.

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He also advises staying hydrated before and during concerts and avoiding risk factors such as drug and alcohol use, which can impair judgment and increase the risk of dehydration.

However, managing these risks is a shared responsibility between fans and venues.

For Furrier, she felt she “did all she could” to protect herself at the Lana Del Rey show. She dressed appropriately, used a portable fan, and brought water, but it wasn’t sufficient without the venue providing necessary resources.

“I relied on Fenway to be prepared as they promised, and they fell short,” she said. “It makes me very cautious about attending outdoor shows now, knowing that they might not prioritize fan safety.”

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