Local artist, Danny Jean-Jacques, has been working vigorously to create, manipulate, and stretch the realm of his consciousness.  The result is a new series of art that is both subtle, yet conflicting in meaning.  It may be perceived as moments of reflection, a stream of emotions, and charismatic adaptations.
For the …

Written by Nick Leitzke
‘Boxer’ may have been the single most overrated album of the Twenty-first century’s first decade, and the National may have been the single most overrated band. I gave up trying to like ‘Boxer’ because it wasn’t going to happen, and I wasn’t going to kid myself. I …

Written by Nick Leitzke
Three years ago the National released an album called ‘Boxer.’ Many people hailed ‘Boxer’ as 2007’s album of the year. I was not included in this group of people. For a long time, long after 2007 ended and the shit-storm that was 2008 began for me, I …

Written and Photographed by Scott Ahn
A Thousand Blooms was held at Bloombars in Columbia Heights, a small venue that is focused on art and culture.  It may easily be missed as you’re walking down the street, yet once you step in it’s difficult not to feel at home.  The art …

Keith Elam aka Guru, recognized as one of the most important hip-hop figures, has passed away from his fight with cancer.  Guru and DJ Premiere formed the group Gangstarr, which rose to fame during the 80’s with six highly successful albums.  After the group broke up, Guru collaborated with producer …