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Archive for July, 2011

Unique74 | BLISS YOGA FLOW DVD | health.lifestyle

My Creative Director, dear brother, friend, Spiritual Advisor..CREATOR da’shon is. is producing a project called BLISS YOGA FLOW DVD , he needs your eyes, ears, mind, heart and support. This is a project that is geared to enlighten and awaken the human spirit. Dashon.is has been a huge contribution to my company and me as a human being that strives to embrace excellence in my daily walk..Check it out..One Love..Dj A-Ski

In the beginning….

a message from..
Elika Aird

It all began one night in the parking lot of one of Atlanta’s hottest restaurant/bars, SoundTable. New filmmaker Da’shon is. was showing me the music video he recently directed. I was so amazed at the quality and creativity! I started dreaming aloud and sharing my thoughts of creating a yoga video unlike any other on the market. This video would include yogis of color and reach a diverse range of viewers. Da’shon is., being an elevated man with a great sense of adventure and vision was more than ready to direct. I thought this was an almost ludicrous idea. But I spoke it into existence, and in a short time my dream became a full blown reality…with lights, cameras and yogis!

Our vision…

This video will introduce a new way of living to an under-served community. For people living with depression, dis-ease, and disinterest, the BlissTemple DVD will change their lives. It will show the world how living a life that honors the body temple, creates a life full of Bliss. As African-Americans, we are often under represented on the yoga scene. This makes access to yoga difficult for people who would really benefit from it. BlissTemple Yoga Flow aims reach a clientele both inside and outside the yoga community. We want to empower ALL beings to be happy and free. We want to encourage people live in alignment in the Blissful bodies we were born with!

How you can support….

The video has been shot, and now we must raise funds for the editing process. We aim to raise $7200 to pay for post-production costs.

Everyone has graciously donated their time and services to this project. But in order to pay for editing, pressing the DVDs and getting it out to the world we’re gonna need your help. Because so many studios and consumers have expressed an interest in pushing this video, we are confident the funds will come together and allow for a speedy post-production. When our goal is met, we will have this groundbreaking video on the market by fall!

We want you to know that whatever donation you give is a Blessing. Look to the right to see the sweet rewards you’ll receive for your contribution.

Other Ways You Can Help

Be our bestest friends and “LIKE” us on Facebook. Also, follow us on Twitter and receive updates about the status of our campaign!

Feel Bliss in your hearts knowing that you are helping us reach our goal by spreading the word to your friends! Encourage them to join the BlissTemple Movement!

Thank you for your time.
Namaste

Learn More!
http://www.indiegogo.com/BlissTemple-Yoga-Flow-DVD


bracing myself.

Finally mixed down the CHANGE THE MOOD album…its officially done!! I’m bracing myself….I can feel it..the people around me can feel it..a lot of changes have taken place during the completion of this album..heavy changes..enlightenment.. However, I am staying on focus mode and precision more than ever. I’m working on other releases for the UNIQUE74 imprint as well…all of this has been in the making.. My team has been keeping me on point and focused..staying cool and razor sharp..


Diamond D – So Lovely (dj premier rmx)

this s–t is NICE!!! gotta have my rah rah joints every now and then..Primo comes in super nice on the drum programming while Diamond as always flips the ill braggadocio style..


Unique74 | livin’ 4 the funk | The Isley Brothers – If You Were There

The very reason why my childhood was better than anyone born after 1975..f–king BRILLIANT!!!!


Q. (I MUST meet him.)

I have been blessed to work very close with many of his friends and associates, but I have yet to meet The Man himself…I am putting it out in the Universe..we MUST meet..

Hero.King.Inspiration.


Unique74 | livin’ 4 the funk | James Brown It’s A New Day Live 1970 | (never enough James..)

The dude who snuck his tape recorder in the concert..gets a huge standing ovation..


inspiration. hero 101.

Q and Mr Hancock doing that “art thing”. Observe. Learn. Respect.


the ONLY reason I watch TMZ…(guilty treasure..)

im sayin…if there was anyone on television that would get nailed to the 10th power..im feeling her..(I dont even watch TV like that..whats even crazy is that she hardly says anything! very sweet…super nerd….) All Eyes On Anna K all day..


dr dre.

I rarely catch television. Too busy creating or on the grind date. However, I must say that it felt good to see my hero, DR DRE on the new Chrysler commercial. cLAssic.


Re: TEDDY PENDERGRASS | UNSUNG

I recently saw the Teddy Pendergrass episode of TV ONE’s “UNSUNG” series. In the segment, they made reference that Teddy’s main contenders during the late 70′s was PEABO BRYSON and AL GREEN. I heavily disagree. For the record, I was 5 yrs old when TP hit his prime with “Turn Off The Lights” and everybody had the Teddy jeans while eating Reggie Jackson candy. At that time, Peabo Bryson was making waves with his strong Gospel infused sounds while Al Green during that period went heavily into the ministry (only to return in the mid 80′s with his strong comeback hit “Everything Is Going To Be Alright”). During this period, it was Peabo Bryson and Michael Henderson that were his strong contenders (the vets..Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Barry White, etc were revamping their sounds and adjusting to the disco sound). MICHEAL HENDERSON was coming off the heels of writing and producing for artists such as The Dramatics, Norman Connors and Jean Carn just to name a few in addition to being a multitalented artist and performer with a plethora of hits. Just an FYI. Peace.


denise departure.

life and time are THE greatest comedians ever. eye met her 2 yrs ago on an out of town trip, kept my head very low. introduced by a mutual. eye looked at her once and really really kept my head low (for my own good…I was in a 5 yr “deal”…I am an honorable MAN..). we clicked, linked and bonded post Nov 15. she comes 2 my town. 4 once I got back what I had been giving for so long (my artistic merit and humanity was treasured just as I expressed in returned..to hear the words “I want you to be happy” rang louder than a shot in the night..I aint use to hearing that..to be truthful..) never repeated myself nor did eye have to explain very much. it felt surreal being human again. she didn’t KNOW me..but she KNEW me (its a difference). its like we knew each other forever but for only 2 minutes it lasted. time, obligations, distance and circumstances called life made our nirvana very short but it sent a shockwave of inspiration. eye told her that it felt like when Denise left The Huxtables with her being away. she told me once I go through the phases of grimy, I will become very shiny. heavy.


Steely Dan | aja

I am obsessed with the tune “PEG”. Lets just put it out there..You need this album in your life..

Fact: KOOL & THE GANG picked this as one of their favorite albums..


Katy…

Katy wood get it. She has very high nerd-like tendencies which makes her super hot, but for some reason I pick up this other thing that she could really get down with it. Dug her from day one.


Happy Belated Birthday SIR NELSON MANDELA!!!

A symbol of Courage, Strength, Discipline and Honor…HAPPY BIRTHDAY SIR NELSON MANDELA!!


Daft Punk.

I never like to brag or speak about my past…if you know..u know…Anyhoo, I had the great pleasure of promoting and “working” DAFT PUNK’S album DISCOVERY during my internship with VIRGIN-EMI. PRE-RECESSION ERA! (smh..) I had this jam on regular rotation!! Analog-Digi-Steely all day!!


reset button.

played another amazing epic nite in the wee hours last nite (dammit I LOVE HOUSE MUSIC and so should YOU! lol). “my friend” that I mentioned in the previous came through (as always!). she shared something with me that struck louder than a school bell or a broken glass..she looked at me and said “as of right now, I want you to press the reset button”. I knew exactly what she meant..we always end up talking about money, music, life or business whenever we link up. EYE could be in the highest of plateaus or the lowest of peaks…she has ALWAYS kept her word and her bond with me..that kind of loyalty is GENUINE LOVE at the end of the day.


male vs man.



“If maleness comes to symbolize raw competition, how do males learn to offer love, brotherly support and simple humanity?” -Bill Withers

Is it one day where Man can actually simply be human rather than a misguided perception of what a Man is considered to be? I have pondered this all of my life as I have always maintained a very Zen-like approach in all of my dealings (yet, always ready to deal with “non believers” in a very firm stance..NEVER get it twisted..). I have seen the other side my entire life where the effects of the male ego have taken over basic logic and in many cases dictated one’s mere existence. The one who flexes and pounds his chest the loudest is usually the BIGGEST punk at the end of the day. I have always been the silent type…what do I know? Just recently, I was in a jam where I had to put this gentleman in his place. It was an issue where there was a misunderstanding and his ego didn’t allow him to monitor his conduct. Thus, I had to retort in a language that he could understand and drive the point home in a stern manner (why was there a very attractive tall young lady who gave me a look as if she was ready to give me her social security number and all after she witnessed that situation…a brother gotta damn near act a fool to get some love..geeez..I cant be a nice guy! lol) Whats even crazier is that another young lady approached me and said that the guy was wrong in how he addressed me (I tolerate NO DISRESPECT period..). It was all a miscommunication issue from jump street. However, at the end of the situation, I came to the conclusion that it was all ego (I kinda flexed a bit too). But I wonder will there ever be a time where Man can co-exist where we all can be multi-dimensional and fully experience the various facets of simply being human without ego? Its very tricky in trying to work that balance. Just a thought.


Unique74 | livin’ 4 the funk | JAMES BROWN Further On Up The Road (Alternative version)

The Man never lied..(this is a slicker and funkier version..Jabo Starks goes in nice on drums..)


AMY.

AMY. BLESS. REST.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNCLE JAM GEORGE CLINTON!!!

This gentleman made my chances greater in getting suspended in school for saying the word FUNK..Eye could NOT GO LEFT without HIM..HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNCLE JAM GEORGE CLINTON!!!


Otis.

They went GUTTER with it!! F–king LOVE IT!!! THATS what im talkin` about!!!! Hopefully folks will learn about the rich legacy and delve into the musical treasure chest of the mighty OTIS REDDING.


change the mood = movin’ awn

“A prophet will never be recognized in his home town.” -Anonymous


Happy Birthday LARRY LEVAN!!

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY LARRY LEVAN!!!! Eye could NOT be ME without HIM.


a word from the DJ…RE: after hours jam

People People…you have witnessed the trainwrecks..the lack of style and finesse..seen them scrambling trying to figure out what to play next..smh..staring at their laptops..placing themselves above YOU (the party people who PAY your hard earned money at the bar AND the door..smh)..lemme tell ya something..I am NO ROCKSTAR or a GIMMICK..This is not an “I am the best” ego thing (Ultra Confident..YES..Prepared..YES…Skills..YES..Multifaceted..YES) I am simply DJ A-SKI aka the LIFE of the PARTY..Ladies and Gents..I ENCOURAGE you to join us THIS SATURDAY at the after hours jam at “SHHHHH AFTER HOURS..”MAKE SURE YOU TELL THE DOORMAN that you came to see DJ A-SKI and I PROMISE you will get beyond your money’s worth..from every STREET, SUITE or BOROUGH…I ALWAYS come thorough..ask your best friend..if you dont have one, I highly suggest you make one fast. 4 those who know..please get your power nap..See u awn Saturday..its Summertime and I am ready to FIRE IT UP!!!


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