Preview for what I have after my holiday

My exclusive interview with Drew Seeley of Disney's High School Musical and Another Cinderella Story
and my Inkheart review and many more. in anticipation of our oscar week and the coming summer. we are also gonna preview movies to come.
and of course many more fantastic and wonderful interview with plenty of amazingly talented artist

All the Best.
Stay Tune.
Jonathan
Evol

Landon Keller is an amazing musician and he sit down with us this week!! Exlcusive

Landon Keller is what I like to call the Quiet Artist. It has nothing to do with his music and everything to do with his charisma in his song and his on stage presence. He is those people that you know they got it but rarely proudly flash it around. You can feel and hear his talent on every performance and every song and he is as natural and close to heart as your next door neighbor. We love it. So check out his songs at www.myspace.com/landonkeller

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Hey Landon! Congratulation on the release of Curiosity,
It’s a fantastic album

Q: So, shall we start? We have been listening to your music for over a year now and keep on wondering who you are? Please let us off our hook!
I'm from the Mid-West born and bread in Indiana, now living in Chicago. I play Folk-Rock, Acoustic, & Soul. I'm a 3rd generation musician. My father and brother play in my band. It's amazing and seems effortless. We enjoy every minute of it and never take it for granted. There is a lot of love here.

Q: you have been playing a lot of live shows. How do you feel about it compare to writing songs and recording in studio? Which you like the most?

I Love playing live, it allows you to release and to live in the moment. To interact with people in what can be described as a very spiritual way. There is an amazing energy I feel from band mates and fans when I play. I am always very aware of this energy, even if it doesn't seem like it sometimes.

Writing songs is a unique expirience as well. There's nothing like the feeling of a finished song. There are endless possibilities. It's addicting. It keeps me coming back for more.

Recording is an exciting thing. It's a group effort. It builds upon your music character and relationships. I feel like after we finished "Curiosity", we really had a sense that we had salitified ourselves as serious musicians. Now we're ready to do the follow up "Impact", and feel like all around we've aged well musically. I love it all! If I had to chose one, it would be the live show.

Q: How would you describe your music?
Elvis Costello once said, "Talking about music, is like dancing like architecture". I, like many other musicians, find it hard to describe my music in a nutshell. I like the idea of my listeners defining my music for themselves. I don't feel like it's up to me to define. A lot of my stuff has a certain amount of ambiguity to it. This allows listeners to develop their own meaning about the songs. I wouldn't want it any other way. All I could say is that my music comes from my soul.

Q: how do you really start writing all the amazing music that you write? Where do you get your inspiration from?
I open up, and let it come out. I try not to force anything. Sometimes it feels like I'm not even writing it. My inspiration comes from life the conscious and unconscious, imagination, nostalgia, nature, the cosmos, my soul.

Q: who is your most influential person in your music and life?
It's impossible for me to single out one person here. I will tell you that Dave Matthews was my gateway to a whole new world of meaningful music and Ray Lamontagne has my full and undivided attention right now. People in my life that have influenced me would have to include everyone in my immediate family. I grew up in an amazing musical family environment on a plethera of meaningful music.

Q: Are there any musician that you’d like to collaborate at the moment?
Lots. The Twin Cats, Max Allen, Jason Mraz, Ben Harper, Ryan Adams, Norah Jones, Dave Matthews, and James Taylor. The list goes on and on.

Q: is it tough when you go on tour? Or it’s just crazy with all the fellas playing around all the time? HAHA!

The road is a blast. It could get ruff if you let it, but if you stay conscious of the elements as well as other people you're traveling with it can be a lot of fun. It gets old sometimes driving so much, but you can turn it into a positive. It allows a lot of time to think and create. It's worth it.

Q: your guitar is fantastic man! How long does it take to be able to play that well?
Thanks brother. It just depends on how much you focus your full enery on it. You're not going to become good over night. Just like with anything else in life, you're going to hit walls and then, if you keep going, you'll breakdown barriers. The process repeats. At the time we recorded "Curiosity", I had been playing for 7 years. I never took lessons.

Q: Now what every woman want to know is…. Are you single? What kinda woman would interest you? HAHA!

I am not single. But things I would look for in a woman would be, independence, openness to new things, good personality, optimism, a kindness and understanding and love for the arts would def. be a bonus.

Q: if anyone wish to contact you for a show or anything, who should they call or where should they go?
landonkellermusic@gmail.com www. myspace. com/landonkeller we're also on Facebook.

Q: any show that’s coming in the near future?
We're always playing shows somewhere. We're looking to do some festivals and a lot of other things in 09'. Check our schedual on www. myspace. com/landonkeller

Q: where can we all get your album?
You can get my music from www. cdbaby. com www. itunes. com www. napster. com and a lot of other major online distributers, just search my name.

Q: Are there anything you’d like to say to all of your fans out there before we go off?

Thank you for all your continued support. This is what I love to do and you are why I love to do it. If it were not for you I wouldn't be able to do it. We're not going anywhere. We're going to continue until, no one will listen anymore. Please check out the new album "Impact" coming out in the spring, we are really looking forward to it's release.

If you liked "curiosity" we think you will love "Impact". If you didn't like "Curiosity" we think you'll love "Impact". We're going to continue to need all the support/exposure we can get! See you soon!

Cheers,
Landon Keller

Oscar Nominees is released today, Slumdog Got 13 Hooray and Benjamin is getting 10!!!

Well, with the Golden Globe off, the award season is on, there will be the SAG award and of course today also mark the day that the OSCAR nominee is announced.

It is a mix emotional day with the nominee.

We are very very excited with the OSCAR going for a long list of Slumdog Millionaire and Benjamin Button Nominee.

The 81^st OSCAR will be an exciting one, with a new host coming, Hugh Jackman, and plenty of great wonderful movies.

It’s a bit of a shame for the OSCAR to let go of Revolutionary Road. yup, It only receive a couple of the technical awards. Kate and Leo even Sam Mendez is snubs. Kate however got in with a Best Actress nominee with The Readers.

Taking about leading actor and actresses nominees, it is as strong as any year, everyone of the nominee is more than deserving, Frank Langella gave the most impressive impersonation of Nixon in (Frost/Nixon), Sean Penn in Milk as the first Gay Senator is one of the most captivating character in movies, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, taking in 13 Nominees, Brad Pitt is the most rewarding one acting Benjamin from young to old or should we say old to young, and the Golden Globe dubbed Mickey Rourke will the underdog story repeat itself in the golden statue?

As for actress in the lead takes in Anne Hathaway from Rachel Getting Married which is one of the most inspiring character in this year independent film, Angelina Jolie in Changeling is sure nominee this year, but is it good enough for the award? Melissa Leo from The Frozen River is the only black horse that have not been appearing much in any award lately even with a great performance in the this sensitive story, or is it again a fight between 2 most controversial role this year, a nun who is going to Discloses a priest “Bad” habit, Meryl Streep in Doubt and the Kate Winslet in WWII holocaust movie, The Readers.

Of course the supporting role have an interesting mix where we are all rooting for the late Heath Ledger from “The Dark Knight”, mixes with Josh Brolin – finally for the role in Milk, he totally got snub from the movie W., of course not to forget the great Philip Seymour Hoffman who already is a winner looking for another win this year as the “bad” priest, or would Revolutionary Road take home the only nomination for actor, Michael Shannon which is a total surprise for me.

However we are most glad when Taraji P. Henson from Benjamin Button is nominated, she finally get the recognition she deserve together with Doubt’s Viola Davis, and of course Amy Adams is fighting for her second Oscar win with the character of the nun in the same movie, and who could let go of the sexy, beautiful Penelope Cruz for Vicky Cristina Barcelona and Marisa Tomei from the Wrestler.

On the Animation side, I think that it’d be a great time for a comedy like Kungfu Panda to win but I believe the more up to the award standard format type is Wall-E.

Slumdog which did not take in any actor, actresses nominee is however my bet for Best Movie, of course with a strong cast movie like The Readers, Benjamin Button and Frost/Nixon not to mention the most inspiring movie all year long, Milk (which come with the most amazing cast that is totally overlook this year), is a tough vote. Will the underdog really be the dog to go? We’ll have to wait and see.

As for original screenplay I’m pretty sure that Milk is the taker, as for the Adapted Screenplay there will be a big fight, it is a big year for almost all of the writing, from Benjamin Button to Doubt, to Frost/Nixon, Slumdog Millionaire and The Reader, all story that is worthy of a best movie nomination, where all 4 except Doubt is up for the Best movie this year OSCAR.

Exclusive Interview With T.J. Cornwall!!!!! The Amazing Artist with a SAd soulful voice hinting a happy spirit

T.J. Cornwall the small town kid with the most sensible voice that would move your hear and burn your soul. You can just feel the heartache and the joy in a single verse. Come join the soul searching journey with this artist voice. Check out his music at www.myspace.com/tjcornwall

Q: Let’s start by telling everyone where you’re from and how long have you been creating music?

-I'm from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and I attend school at Penn State where I am a senior. I've been creating music since I was about 15, but I really just started to think I understand it about three minutes ago.

Q: We love the sadness with a hint of hope in your songs. How’d you describe your music?

-The best way I can describe my music is by saying that it is completely honest and sincere. There are definitely more "sad" songs than others, but the best thing about writing music is that if I have a problem, I can just throw it in a song and lock up those feelings into a certain melody instead of stressing about it in everyday life. It's really a getaway sometimes. But I'm definitely an extremely happy person. Hopefully nobody thinks I'm depressed! Haha.

Q: I realize that most of your songs are written with Piano. How long does it take for you to actually master writing with piano? And why not guitar and other instrument?

-I don't think anybody ever masters an instrument. There are definitely plenty of people better than me at playing the piano, at singing, and at playing the guitar. You can always learn more and progress as a musician. As a songwriter, it's all opinionated. Some people might love my songwriting, some might think that it's atrocious. It's all about writing from your heart, and at the same time appealing to an audience. I think you need to be selfish with songwriting though. If I don't love a song that I write, I don't want to be lying to my listeners as I perform it and tell a story.I actually do play guitar as well. In the song "Three Wishes" and many other unreleased songs, I play the acoustic guitar. I would love to get enough money to buy an electric, but I am a poor college student and a poor musician so that will have to wait for now.

Q: before this you are in a band named Cloverleaf, how is it different from your music now as an solo artist?

-Cloverleaf was the best thing that could ever happen to me. They taught me to be modest, yet confident. Garrett taught me everything I need to know about being a musician on the business side of things. Ted taught me to never wear shorts on stage and makes me want to buy 500 electric guitars. Jon taught me to challenge myself with writing and to never settle for what I have written. We had some amazing times as a band, became best friends, and we really learned something about ourselves while being in a band.Being a solo artist changes so much, but at the same time, it's the same game. There are so many pros and cons to it that I've seen already. I have to change my whole entire live show and figure out a way to engage the audience when it's only me on stage. It's not necessarily a bad thing at all, I just need to get used to it. One of the pros is that I am way more honest with my music. I learned not to care about what people think about me and what I have to say. I'm going to say it anyway and people can listen to it if they want to. Cloverleaf was a rock band that engaged a crowd by our stage energy. I am a singer-songwriter who engages the crowd by my voice, my lyrics, and to be as raw as possible.

Q: Where do you get all your inspiration for your songs?

- Plain and simple - my life experiences. I write about what I feel and hope they sound good in a song. There's no other way I can really explain that differently. When people ask me "What's wrong?" or "What makes you happy?", I'd rather write a song about it than to explain it to them.

Q: anyone in your life that you’d say that lead you to this part of your life as an artist and musician?

-Absolutely. I blame my parents for forcing me to take piano lessons when I was 7 years old. All I wanted to do was to play sports and to play video games with my friends. I actually used to fake sick all the time when I had lessons. I hated them more than anything and quit after 2 years of lessons because I broke my hand while playing football. Now, I thank them more than anything for putting me through those grueling lessons.I also thank anyone that has ever given me a terrible or great life experience. It's nice to take your feelings out on a piano or a guitar.

Q: are there any singer or songwriter out there that you’d love to work with at this moment?

-Absolutely. John Mayer. Hands down. Best songwriter of our generation and one of the best guitar players of our generation.I'd also love to spend a couple days with Alanis Morissette. I feel like I need to apologize to her every time I listen to her songs. I feel like I did something wrong. Sorry, Alanis!Q: Will we be anticipating any tour or show from you soon?-Yes. I'm working on some regional shows on the weekends. It's really hard for me to go anywhere since I'm stuck at school. After I graduate in May, I will be following my dreams and touring consistently. So definitely look out for me.

Q: how is the writing for the new album coming along?

-It's going really well. I am trying to challenge myself constantly when writing a new song. I don't want to write the same song twice and am starting to incorporate a little blues into a current song I've been working on. However, I have no idea when I'll have a chance to record a new album. It all depends on finances, hard work, great songs, and a little luck perhaps.

Q: if there’s anyone that wishes to contact you for a show. Who and where should the go to?

- I do all of my own booking. Contact me through email: cornwall.tj@gmail.com

Q: Musician and artist usually takes odd jobs before they are successful, you ever did that?

- I'm definitely nowhere near successful right now, but I'm getting my college degree from a great university as a safety net. I also worked as a pizza driver for a few years. The tips were great, but I'd much rather be on stage.

Q: What’s it’s like playing live show compare to writing music in the studio?

- A live show is definitely an ego booster or an ego buster. It's the best feeling when people come up and talk to me after the show, take pictures with me, and buy my merchandise. It really means the world to me, and I will never be able to express that enough in words. I might have to do an interpretive dance to get my point across. Being in the studio captures and enhances everything that I write. It's an amazing feeling going into the studio having a product and coming out with a totally different idea. It's like getting a really really really good haircut. Yes? No?

Q: now before we leave, would you like to say anything to your fans out there?

-You all mean the world to me. Just remember that I could never do this without you and your support. Thank you so much for buying my stuff but most importantly taking something from my music and staying connected to me.

Thanks so much to you too, Jonathan!

J:Thank you! The pleasure is all mine.
Jonathan
Evol, http://perfectlifestylemag.blogspot.com/

HAppy Chinese New Year Everyone!!!!

Next week will mark the beginning of the Chinese Lunar New Year.
It is another year and another season for fire crackers, dragon and lion dances, clown and opera on stills.
All of you from the west, it is time to get to China town and celebrate another spectacular beginning of the Cow year.
It’s the best time to enjoy all Chinese cuisine, the extra sweet brown sugar sticky dough, the tender white steam chicken, the sweet sour fish with a spicy twist, the clear chicken broth, stir fried mix vege with arrow sprout, all kinds of nuts, pickled, or dry fruits, all kinds of cookies and peanut biscuit, all the rice dough and sweet rice cake and yam cake. Oh! What a glorious day for my stomach HAHA!
Of course it is the day that the Japanese take the parade of the God this spring season.
It is the celebration for all descendant of the dragon around the world.

Happy Chinese New Year Everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

From one day to one day!!!

From the year that Abraham Lincoln releases the people from slavery.
From the days that Martin Luther King is here and gone.
From the day that Apartheid is brought down and the release of Mandela
From the day Mandela become the president of South Africa
From the many African that is able to rule their own country.
From the day that immigrants are accepted unconditionally and emerge into patriot.
To today the Presidency of Barack Hussien Obama of the United States
We have arrived. Finally we are at this point where equality is fair and leveled and that all people that is not the same can come as equal.
The hope for the future and overcoming adversity is as high as ever and that the day of One Earth One Family will be truth as it should.
Here I cry the tear for the blessing that Heaven brings today to us.

It is time for change, President Obama Speech

Acknowledge the problem. Set our goals and start moving towards it.
With Bravery and Generosity we charge into the new Era.
Uphold old virtue and value which is true and start working hard
Choose Hope and Unity and Purpose instead of fear and desperation.
The time has come, when it is not about the race, the bloodlines, or the religion, The time has come for all are Equal, All are Free and All are rightful to pursue Happiness.
Greatness Are Earn
We are the People and We Are the Generation.
Remember the Efforts and Silent Work our ancestor ahev faught for the Better life of the Next Generation
It is time to pick ourselves up and Dust ourselves off and rework America
Health care that cost too much, Energy consumption that is enormous and The crippling Education, and the WAr. the time to make the the difficult decision have come and past, it is now the time to act.
President Obama Pledge to befriend Each Nation in the world and vow that USA is ready to lead once more. great Power comes with prudent use. and they will not hesitate and surrender for they will outlast and defeat terror.
The World has Changed and America must change with it.
We pay tribute to those that is serving the nation outside the country, we salute the spirit of service and it is now time to infest thes e spirit in the government and every people of the nation
We usher in the new Era with true and defining value and virtue.

These are the word and declaration of President Obama on his Inauguration Speech.
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My fellow citizens:

I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors. I thank President Bush for his service to our nation, as well as the generosity and cooperation he has shown throughout this transition.

Forty-four Americans have now taken the presidential oath. The words have been spoken during rising tides of prosperity and the still waters of peace. Yet, every so often, the oath is taken amidst gathering clouds and raging storms. At these moments, America has carried on not simply because of the skill or vision of those in high office, but because We the People have remained faithful to the ideals of our forebearers, and true to our founding documents.

So it has been. So it must be with this generation of Americans.

That we are in the midst of crisis is now well understood. Our nation is at war, against a far-reaching network of violence and hatred. Our economy is badly weakened, a consequence of greed and irresponsibility on the part of some, but also our collective failure to make hard choices and prepare the nation for a new age. Homes have been lost; jobs shed; businesses shuttered. Our health care is too costly; our schools fail too many; and each day brings further evidence that the ways we use energy strengthen our adversaries and threaten our planet.

These are the indicators of crisis, subject to data and statistics. Less measurable but no less profound is a sapping of confidence across our land -- a nagging fear that America's decline is inevitable, and that the next generation must lower its sights.

Today I say to you that the challenges we face are real. They are serious and they are many. They will not be met easily or in a short span of time. But know this, America: They will be met.

On this day, we gather because we have chosen hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord.

On this day, we come to proclaim an end to the petty grievances and false promises, the recriminations and worn-out dogmas, that for far too long have strangled our politics.

We remain a young nation, but in the words of Scripture, the time has come to set aside childish things. The time has come to reaffirm our enduring spirit; to choose our better history; to carry forward that precious gift, that noble idea, passed on from generation to generation: the God-given promise that all are equal, all are free, and all deserve a chance to pursue their full measure of happiness.

In reaffirming the greatness of our nation, we understand that greatness is never a given. It must be earned. Our journey has never been one of shortcuts or settling for less. It has not been the path for the fainthearted -- for those who prefer leisure over work, or seek only the pleasures of riches and fame. Rather, it has been the risk-takers, the doers, the makers of things -- some celebrated, but more often men and women obscure in their labor -- who have carried us up the long, rugged path toward prosperity and freedom.

For us, they packed up their few worldly possessions and traveled across oceans in search of a new life.

For us, they toiled in sweatshops and settled the West; endured the lash of the whip and plowed the hard earth.

For us, they fought and died, in places like Concord and Gettysburg; Normandy and Khe Sahn.

Time and again, these men and women struggled and sacrificed and worked till their hands were raw so that we might live a better life. They saw America as bigger than the sum of our individual ambitions; greater than all the differences of birth or wealth or faction.

This is the journey we continue today. We remain the most prosperous, powerful nation on Earth. Our workers are no less productive than when this crisis began. Our minds are no less inventive, our goods and services no less needed than they were last week or last month or last year. Our capacity remains undiminished. But our time of standing pat, of protecting narrow interests and putting off unpleasant decisions -- that time has surely passed. Starting today, we must pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and begin again the work of remaking America.

For everywhere we look, there is work to be done. The state of the economy calls for action, bold and swift, and we will act -- not only to create new jobs, but to lay a new foundation for growth. We will build the roads and bridges, the electric grids and digital lines that feed our commerce and bind us together. We will restore science to its rightful place, and wield technology's wonders to raise health care's quality and lower its cost. We will harness the sun and the winds and the soil to fuel our cars and run our factories. And we will transform our schools and colleges and universities to meet the demands of a new age. All this we can do. And all this we will do.

Now, there are some who question the scale of our ambitions -- who suggest that our system cannot tolerate too many big plans. Their memories are short. For they have forgotten what this country has already done; what free men and women can achieve when imagination is joined to common purpose, and necessity to courage.

What the cynics fail to understand is that the ground has shifted beneath them -- that the stale political arguments that have consumed us for so long no longer apply. The question we ask today is not whether our government is too big or too small, but whether it works -- whether it helps families find jobs at a decent wage, care they can afford, a retirement that is dignified. Where the answer is yes, we intend to move forward. Where the answer is no, programs will end. And those of us who manage the public's dollars will be held to account -- to spend wisely, reform bad habits, and do our business in the light of day -- because only then can we restore the vital trust between a people and their government.

Nor is the question before us whether the market is a force for good or ill. Its power to generate wealth and expand freedom is unmatched, but this crisis has reminded us that without a watchful eye, the market can spin out of control -- and that a nation cannot prosper long when it favors only the prosperous. The success of our economy has always depended not just on the size of our gross domestic product, but on the reach of our prosperity; on our ability to extend opportunity to every willing heart -- not out of charity, but because it is the surest route to our common good.

As for our common defense, we reject as false the choice between our safety and our ideals. Our Founding Fathers, faced with perils we can scarcely imagine, drafted a charter to assure the rule of law and the rights of man, a charter expanded by the blood of generations. Those ideals still light the world, and we will not give them up for expedience's sake. And so to all other peoples and governments who are watching today, from the grandest capitals to the small village where my father was born: Know that America is a friend of each nation and every man, woman and child who seeks a future of peace and dignity, and that we are ready to lead once more.

Recall that earlier generations faced down fascism and communism not just with missiles and tanks, but with sturdy alliances and enduring convictions. They understood that our power alone cannot protect us, nor does it entitle us to do as we please. Instead, they knew that our power grows through its prudent use; our security emanates from the justness of our cause, the force of our example, the tempering qualities of humility and restraint.

We are the keepers of this legacy. Guided by these principles once more, we can meet those new threats that demand even greater effort -- even greater cooperation and understanding between nations. We will begin to responsibly leave Iraq to its people, and forge a hard-earned peace in Afghanistan. With old friends and former foes, we will work tirelessly to lessen the nuclear threat, and roll back the specter of a warming planet. We will not apologize for our way of life, nor will we waver in its defense, and for those who seek to advance their aims by inducing terror and slaughtering innocents, we say to you now that our spirit is stronger and cannot be broken; you cannot outlast us, and we will defeat you.

For we know that our patchwork heritage is a strength, not a weakness. We are a nation of Christians and Muslims, Jews and Hindus -- and nonbelievers. We are shaped by every language and culture, drawn from every end of this Earth; and because we have tasted the bitter swill of civil war and segregation, and emerged from that dark chapter stronger and more united, we cannot help but believe that the old hatreds shall someday pass; that the lines of tribe shall soon dissolve; that as the world grows smaller, our common humanity shall reveal itself; and that America must play its role in ushering in a new era of peace.

To the Muslim world, we seek a new way forward, based on mutual interest and mutual respect. To those leaders around the globe who seek to sow conflict, or blame their society's ills on the West: Know that your people will judge you on what you can build, not what you destroy. To those who cling to power through corruption and deceit and the silencing of dissent, know that you are on the wrong side of history; but that we will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist.

To the people of poor nations, we pledge to work alongside you to make your farms flourish and let clean waters flow; to nourish starved bodies and feed hungry minds. And to those nations like ours that enjoy relative plenty, we say we can no longer afford indifference to suffering outside our borders; nor can we consume the world's resources without regard to effect. For the world has changed, and we must change with it.

As we consider the road that unfolds before us, we remember with humble gratitude those brave Americans who, at this very hour, patrol far-off deserts and distant mountains. They have something to tell us today, just as the fallen heroes who lie in Arlington whisper through the ages. We honor them not only because they are guardians of our liberty, but because they embody the spirit of service; a willingness to find meaning in something greater than themselves. And yet, at this moment -- a moment that will define a generation -- it is precisely this spirit that must inhabit us all.

For as much as government can do and must do, it is ultimately the faith and determination of the American people upon which this nation relies. It is the kindness to take in a stranger when the levees break, the selflessness of workers who would rather cut their hours than see a friend lose their job which sees us through our darkest hours. It is the firefighter's courage to storm a stairway filled with smoke, but also a parent's willingness to nurture a child, that finally decides our fate.

Our challenges may be new. The instruments with which we meet them may be new. But those values upon which our success depends -- hard work and honesty, courage and fair play, tolerance and curiosity, loyalty and patriotism -- these things are old. These things are true. They have been the quiet force of progress throughout our history. What is demanded then is a return to these truths. What is required of us now is a new era of responsibility -- a recognition, on the part of every American, that we have duties to ourselves, our nation and the world; duties that we do not grudgingly accept but rather seize gladly, firm in the knowledge that there is nothing so satisfying to the spirit, so defining of our character, than giving our all to a difficult task.

This is the price and the promise of citizenship.

This is the source of our confidence -- the knowledge that God calls on us to shape an uncertain destiny.

This is the meaning of our liberty and our creed -- why men and women and children of every race and every faith can join in celebration across this magnificent Mall, and why a man whose father less than 60 years ago might not have been served at a local restaurant can now stand before you to take a most sacred oath.

So let us mark this day with remembrance, of who we are and how far we have traveled. In the year of America's birth, in the coldest of months, a small band of patriots huddled by dying campfires on the shores of an icy river. The capital was abandoned. The enemy was advancing. The snow was stained with blood. At a moment when the outcome of our revolution was most in doubt, the father of our nation ordered these words be read to the people:

"Let it be told to the future world ... that in the depth of winter, when nothing but hope and virtue could survive... that the city and the country, alarmed at one common danger, came forth to meet [it]."

America. In the face of our common dangers, in this winter of our hardship, let us remember these timeless words. With hope and virtue, let us brave once more the icy currents, and endure what storms may come. Let it be said by our children's children that when we were tested, we refused to let this journey end, that we did not turn back, nor did we falter; and with eyes fixed on the horizon and God's grace upon us, we carried forth that great gift of freedom and delivered it safely to future generations.

Barack Obama Is Now the 44th President of the United States of America

It is now, At this second, Barack Obama became the first African American President of the United States

President Barack Obama Inauguration Ceremony

The Inauguration Ceremony of the 44th President of the United States, President Barrack Obama, The First African American President will begin in just a couple of minutes now. Get Ready for the Historical moment Everyone

President Obama Pre-Inauguration Concert and Inauguration Ceremony

In less than 24 hours, President Obama Inauguration ceremony will begin and the new president of the United States of America, the First ever Black President will take office in White house.
How appropriate that sound and how inspiring this historical moment will be.
Obama office will face a tough year ahead with the recession and the War continuing.
Yet this moment marks the change of tides. Black is no longer a bad word. Multiple skin color will become a celebration of the most colorful life.
2 days before the ceremony, all of the stars have gathered in the Lincoln Memorial to host a celebratory ceremony for the President.
Stevie Wonder, Usher, Fergie, Beyonce, Mary J. Blidge, U2, Bono, Bruce Springsteen are all among the Attendee. It is star Studded.
In His emotional speeches, “In the course of our history, only a handful of generations have been asked to confront challenges as serious as the ones we face right now. Our nation is at war. Our economy is in crisis. you came here because you believe in what this country can be and because you want to help us get there.
‘There is no obstacle that can stand in the way of millions of voices calling for change.
Despite the enormity of the task that lies ahead - I stand here today as hopeful as ever that the United States of America will endure - that the dream of our founders will live on in our time.
A – List Star Samuel L. Jackson is in attendance to rally support for the president. Of course Oprah will be among the audience too tomorrow on the main ceremony.
Besides the star-studded event. Millions of people are pouring into Washington D.C. to witness the moment. There will be triple even quadruple amount of people that will be in the Capital tomorrow compare to any of the inauguration ceremony. You’d again see that a black man truly with the wits and wisdom standing the same place that Martin Luther King were delivering his infamous speech over 45 years ago.
Back then Black and White are pretty divided because segregation is still very much a part of the life of the Black people then. Now we have come a long way to a young president that truly have the mind and power to be the president.
So Those of you in New York that is planning to go to D.C. tomorrow. You are strongly advice to move you butt now. Because it will be jam packed and even the subway is going to be filled up. The Hotel is definitely fully booked and over booked and booked through the roof. The price is 7 times the usual price.
We celebrate with the people of this great nation and God Bless America.

Movies night: Outlander and Yes Man

Yup it’s a Sunday and I’ve gone for another movies session.
This time it’s some of the past USA movies.
Outlander and Yes Man
Outlander is the first return of Jim Caviezel since the Christ movie.
It’s not a bad movie, a pretty original movie about the Viking and the dragon. Only it came from outer space, just as Jim’s character. Capture by the Vikings he tried to explain the existence of the creature. But the tribes doesn’t believe him and the 2 tribe that lost their family and village go to war. While in the midst of the battle, the creature shown itself and only the Jim is accepted as one of the Vikings. And both Vikings and Jim try to kill the creature and hunting of the dragon begins. The story is acceptably realistic. And the battle scene is fantastic.
There’s a small side story to me going to watch the movie. While I was waiting for the show time, I took a walk around the mall, and caught my eye on the DVD that is sold a bit more than the ticket I just bought half an hour ago. HAHA! The same movie Outlander. The shops are already selling the DVD while the movie is still on screening. It’s either the movie have been release for too long before it reaches Malaysia or this is a tactic to try to out run the piracy trend. Either way it is really funny now people have a choice of paying half the price to watch the movie once or pay more to own it and watch it whenever they want as many times they like.

As for Yes Man it is one of those comedy that is both funny and profoundly philosophical. You have a guy that’s saying no all his life after his divorce and trap himself in a rut. After attending a seminar, he became the Yes Man. Who could say nothing but yes to everything. Online dating, driving a homeless person and giving everyone loan. And in the process he found a new life in doing all the crazy thing by saying yes and not reject everything, even gaining the heart of a girl. It is more of a story of droping your past and start living a life instead of feeling sorry and regret all the time. I love this kinda story that make you think while having a great laugh about it.

Kicking Off AI this week!!!!

The American Idol broadcast has started last Wednesday. I usually skip and not listen to most of the preliminary participant because it is really hard to listen to.
The first day there’s a couple or singer that I didn’t really remember have came on as the Good pile and shown on the show. Pretty good but not many memorable ones yet, the bikini girl. I don’t think she can do it every episode until the final round. It’s just for fun entertainment.
Well, after the first day I was thinking of dropping the first few weeks. But I was home early the next day and got no where to go. So I watched the second episode. Finally some of the good one started to pick up the pace for the show.
There’s one participant that actually caught my eye then, Michael Castro, last year’s Jason Castro’s younger brother. Besides the last name, Michael has almost nothing in common with Jason. He is cocky and young and energetic. There’s that rebellious tone to his character but the judge is not wrong on him, he got the looks, he got the voice, now is the chance to see how far will he get. He is a little bit inexperience vocally. There’s much training and tuning to be done which AI usually is the best ground for that because of the competition. I just hope that there’s no bad mouth incident later in the show.
Of course the producer vows that the best is yet to come. And the Hollywood week have not started yet.
AI is a show that’s both merciful and cruel. There’s the mercy for those that really show talent and potential and there are cruelty and almost non-empathy towards those that have non, or lack of.
There’s one almost blinded musician that got through the preliminary round, that sang almost out of tune in the try out. He is more of a piano guy. Let’s hope that he can sing with a piano and be more comfortable when he is in Hollywood week.
All the Best to all that Got through the preliminary ground and leaving for Hollywood.

Double Feature, Double the fun!!!

this week we have a double feature for out interview section!! I hope that everyone enjoy as much as I have!!!!

Have Fun! Don't Sweat the Small Stuff everyone!!!!!

Jonathan
Evol, http://perfectlifestylemag.blogspot.com/

Jason Soudah is a Pianist that did it all before he is 30!!! What's nezt for this bright star only God knows!!!!

Jason is a world traveler, globe hugger and one of the most amazing piano player I’ve ever heard of. It’s been a really great pleasure to finally got into the interview with this great musician. It’s beautiful how simple music can touch the deepest of our heart, yank out all the hidden emotion we never show and release ourselves to the universe and be free. Jason did just that and it’s marvelous.

Here’s my conversation with this fabulous artist.

Hey Jason. How's life in Wales? We hope and everything is great and Happy New Year.

Q: Let us begin by introducing yourself to the world. Who you are, where you are from?

A: I am Jason Soudah. I was born to an Irish mother and Cypriot father in Tokyo, Japan and spent many years living there, some in Hong Kong, some in London, England, some in Cardiff, Wales, some in Bahrain, some in Luxembourg, and I'm sure I've forgotten some places. I'm thankful for all these experiences living in different places, and I love travelling.

Q: We know that that your life started from Japan, tell us something about that. Does it bring any influence to you musically?

A: I definitely think it had an influence being in Japan, mainly on me as a person. I especially appreciate how people show each other so much respect when interacting so politely.

Q: We love your music obviously, How would you describe it?

A: Piano-driven alternative rock.

Q: Who would you say is your inspiration in your life and musically?

A: I have a very strong desire to help other people, and I am often told I have a healing nature. I feel this was enhanced by meeting Mother Theresa when I was a young boy.

Q: How do you get your inspiration in writing such complex music? Do they just comes naturally or should I say fly off the keyboard when you play the piano?

A: I think a lot of my inspiration for the piano comes from classical music, and a love of excitement. The best songs seem to flow naturally.

Q: Your songs are really piano oriented, how long have you been playing piano. Have you ever one time think that you'd be a professional classical piano player or do you know straight away that you'd like to be a more contemporary pop musician?

A: I started playing the piano when I was 4, learning classical pieces, but when I was about 7 I started writing my own pop/rock songs and that's when I decided I wanted to be a singer/songwriter.

Q: Well, we heard that you are supposed to be getting a doctorate academically (or have you actually got the doctorate degree) before you decide to get into the whole music career. How did you actually come to that decision and how is the experience of the transition?

A: I was always encouraged by my parents to keep up with academic school in parallel with music. While I was doing BSc Psychology at University, we had to do a very important project, which normally takes a year. It was the Monday before the deadline and I had not even started...I ended up with second-highest grade in my class! So then I was asked to do a Doctorate. I started it but then had to withdraw because my music career was taking off.

Q: It's been a long way from doing commercial, to composing music for TV (not to say the least for Japanese series), to playing on stage. All the experiences are so different. Does it help to enrich your music and you life?

A: Absolutely - It was especially cool to do the music for the Japanese TV series, as I just played the piano to what I saw on the screen, it all came very naturally, and the producers loved it. I will do more composing for films in the future. Then there is performing live...that is magical.

Q: Which part of the music making you like? Producing and composing for shows and series? Singing solo on stage or writing and singing your own songs on records?

A: I like the way music can take so many forms, so I enjoy all the experiences it brings.

Q: Now the ultimate question that every woman in the world would want to know. Are you single? What do you like in a woman?

A: I'm single, and my ideal partner has to love carrot cake as much as me!

Jon: HAHAHA!!! Nice!

Q: if anyone wish to contact you for any shows or performance, who and how would they contact you?

A: email jsoudahmusic@gmail.com or check out www.myspace.com/jasonsoudah

Q: Now are there anything you'd like to say to all our readers out there before we leave?

A: Read "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho - it is a very inspiring and uplifting story about making your dreams a reality.

Jon: We love your music Jason, and we wish for all the success to you. Thanks again for doing this with us

Jon: All the Best

Jonathan

Evol

Exclusive interview with Tatiana!!!! Our first female artist feature!!! NY country Pop, undefiable force!!!

Tatiana is the country girl that gone to NY to pursue a dream. And she has really found one. Recording her first album now she is ready to shine. The instinctive country sound with a blend of artsy jazz and smooth rockin pop. You can’t categorize it. But it’s damn good to listen to. Is she a country girl? Is she a metropolitan diva? Is she a nice chick with the beat? You’ll have to listen close and choose your own poison. I personally love it all. Which is why she is the first female artist we feature on our page. you can check out more of her music on www.myspace.com/tatianamorozmusic

Q: How's your holiday? Having a great New Year? Let's begin with letting everyone know a little bit about yourself.

It's so nice to be here, thanks for having me! I am having a fabulous new year so far. For the past few years, I've been working in NY, trying to formulate what my sound is going to be like, my plans for the future; it’s been a long road. I am really excited about my upcoming record, which I have been working on for over 2 years. When I started, I never thought it would take this long, but I know everything is coming out how it’s supposed to. By the end of it, I am finally letting go (sort of) and just letting it fall into place naturally. Don't get me wrong, it has been a stressful labor of love, and that push was necessary. Now that I am wrapping up though, it’s a great relief, but its also a little sad. It feels like I am coming full circle, and giving birth to a child that is way too big to carry alone. But I'll miss the little bugger when he's out in the world.
J: Well said Tatiana! Just let it flow!
Q: We know that your album will be out pretty soon. What's the album really about?

The record is about me, my experiences, and the way I deal with my issues. Sometimes it’s not exactly me that's singing the song, it’s a version of me going through something that morphs into art. Like a story about someone else, or what I imagine them to be like, but that has part of me in it too. It's a way to say things I can't say, or be things I can't be. But that truth is always there. Which is kind of what it’s all about anyway. It’s my attempt at creating a connection, an emotion or experience that people can relate to and get comfort from. It's my way of justifying any pain or misery I have to go through to make me who I am. Knowing that I can write something that will allow someone to realize they are not alone, I love that.

Q: Where did you get all the inspiration to write all the great music? Did you write all of them yourself? Who did you collaborate when you write your music?

It was inspired by my own love experiences, but also life experiences. Yeah, some songs are about a guy, but a lot are about being my own cheerleader and motivating myself and the listener. Like, "Don't Stop Believing" is a pretty obvious message ; ) or "Won't Let Me Down" is about me relying on myself to lift me up. "They'll Never Change" is a reminder that despite those expectations you may think someone should live up to, it just doesn't always work out like that. Getting upset about it every time is pointless, so it’s a reminder that there are certain things I have no control over. I could go on, but I want people to have their own interpretation too. It's not up to me to tell them what each song means ; )

I wrote all but one of the songs by myself. I did have a couple co-producers like Chris Conway and Ari Raskin, but for most of the songs, they were my productions as well.

Q: Who is the one person that's most influential in your life?

I have a teacher (music and otherwise), who, before I even met him, had been sculpting my songwriting for years. He is my guru, and I will do whatever he suggests or instructs me to do without hesitation, or at least give it serious consideration. I have been blessed to have his influence in person for about a year now, and it has kept me sane and on track and I am very grateful for that.

Q: Any artist in particular that you are interested in doing collaboration?

If I could work with anyone, it would be Ryan Adams. I met him once, and he listened to a bunch of my songs and really liked them. He talked to me about songwriting like we were equals, not talking down to me like some underling. It was an incredible feeling. It gave me a sense of validation, like if he liked it, I shouldn't give up cause I think he's one of the best songwriters of my generation hands down. It was one of the most flatteringly great compliments of my career. If I could write a song w him, or do a duet, not much could top that!

Q: What makes you choose a music career over other work?

Insanity.

Q: You’ve been to quite a few place and coming from Berklee it must be a fantastic musical experience. Tell us some of the most amazing journey you have while you are abroad?

All my stories from abroad are too wild for print...from the states for that matter too! hehehe I dunno! It was fun, I was probably drunk for most of the amazing stuff....

Q: Which one you prefer more, performing live or writing music in your own space?

There's something to be said for both experiences. Ideally, what my goal is now that the record is done is to integrate the experience of playing in my apt and playing on the stage. I want it to be as intimate and comfortable on stage as when I sing at home. Writing does have its reward... like if I write something I think is particularly clever, heart wrenching, or that gets to the heart of the matter eloquently and precisely, I love that feeling. It's a different release- once again- a justification for any wrongs.

Q: How would you describe your sound?

I have no idea and have been polling people for years to figure this out. NY Country Rock? I dunno.... its a blend of jazz, blues, pop, rock, folk etc.

Q: As a song writer you must played some instruments. How long have you been playing them? Is it hard?

I play the guitar, I'm OK- I mean, my rhythm is pretty good, but I am sick of my own playing. I do it really for writing purposes. I am starting guitar lessons in a few weeks to improve and go further with it. I would like to do the same for piano, but finding the time is really difficult.

Q: Now, the most important question of them all…. Guys listen. Are you single? What kind of quality you look for in a guy? HAHA!

Obedience. HA.. Jk. I want someone to be passionate. Not crazy, the guy has to be a little more stable than me. I would like him to be supportive of what I do but have his own thing going on. Someone who gives a shit about things, and maybe wants to save the world at least a little. Someone who reads, follows politics somewhat, has a good sense of humor, is kind, compassionate, and of course really friggin hot. I mean- I like dorky hot, so don't think I want some muscle man w gel in his spiky hair. Oh and someone w integrity, character, and loyalty.

Q: Last but not least. Is there anything that you'd like to tell all the readers?

Happy new year!

J: Yeah!! And Happy New Year to you all too. Have a fantastic 2009 Everyone!

The 2009 Golden Globe is well over, star is partying and the surprise is well formed.

Yesterday’s Golden Globe is a big surprise. All the usual suspect is shut down (well except for some)and the underdog becomes the biggest winner.
There’s surprise everywhere.
First Kate Winslet finally win something, and it’s a double whammy to say the least. Best Actress and Best Supporting for Drama at the same time for 2 different movies? That’s a first.
Of course it’s no surprise that Mickey Rouke win the Best Actor for drama. Actually there’s no surprise if any of them win cos everyone in the category is really great this year. The biggest surprise is that Sally Hawkins win for the Best Actress in Musical or comedy. Who’d have thought that a virtual unknown would win over such great as Meryl Streep. But….. that doesn’t mean that Happy-Go-Lucky is not a fantastic realistic and funny movie to watch. Our congratulation to a great start for this young actress.
However the funny thing is Colin Farrell win for the Best Actor for Comedy, never in a second that I’d thought that Colin is the material for comedy central. HAHA!
I personally love Burn After Reading, so Vicky Cristina Barcelona winning Best Comedy is a big let down for me, not that it’s not a good film, just that it’s more of a funny romantic to me that a comedy to me.
Wall-E another win for the biggest animation company around for Best Animation. And the winning for foreign movies comes down to an animation is a great gesture for the HFPA to acknowledge that even animation can be serious. But the war torn story Waltz With Bashir is far too close to reality at this moment.
Of course the best publicity and greatest present of 2009 all goes to Slumdog Millionaire, the real underdog turn dragon of the night. The Dog rises, Best Movie, best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Score, I guess the actor ensemble doesn’t matter much haha!!!! It is a great day for independence really.
Well, the night’s highlight to me is Bruce Springsteen win over Clint Eastwood HAHA! With the Original song for The Wrestler. HAHA! Bruce is the Clint Eastwood of Music.
Well, moving on to TV, it’s the fight for the best Comedy and Drama, like always when awards doesn’t really amount up to rating in this region. There’s no doubt that 30 rock will again Rock the whole Comedy central, winning almost every award there is for Comedy, Best Comedy Series, Best Actress in Comedy, Best Actor in Comedy. I guess they are heading for the Best Ensemble in SAG too.
In Drama, all bets are off, there’s so many new faces there you could hardly pick out one that’s bad. I love True Blood, it’s bold, and reckless, and I’d love Hugh Laurie take home another Globe, but… it is time for a new guy on the seat and who better to top it that the great Gabriel Bryne. Anna Paquin win for Best Actress in Drama is a surprise. The actress that actually got an Oscar now have a globe to go with it. And though I’m not a great fan of Mad Man, there’s no contest that it is a good drama. So the honor is suitable for Best Drama series. As for the rest of the fights is between the TV movies, in fact is the Dragon and Tiger fight for the 2 great political moment of our time. The formation of USA of the old and the new Recount of the Florida 2004 Election. Who can beat the fore father of the whole nation eh? HAHA! Of course John Adams take home the Best TV movie and Mini Series, the Bes Actress – Laura Linley (Always love her), Bes t Actors Paul Giamatti (The Strangely Talented), and the always modest and funniest, Tom Wilkinson for the Best Supporting. Recount only grab of the night is the Best supporting for Actress, Laura Dern, who I think is totally underrated since she drop out of scene with the Ellen incident, she is a fantastic actress.
Golden Globe is always the more modest and relax affair with the jokes of Gentleman and Ladies that makes up the night. No doubt there’s plenty of jokes flying around there. Sacha Baron Cohen take some sucker punch on Madonna, talking about people in the audience getting younger as they gets older like Benjamin Button (with the miracle of Botox of course), and commented the Economics slump effect on cinema and promote his movie seamlessly to the joke and the joke on Victoria Beckham figure and Charlie Sheen story. There’s Seth Rogen take on Mickey Rouke bad habit in the past. And Ricky Gervais take on Ghost Town not nominated as a sign that HFPA love him but not his film, and his suggestion to Kate to do a holocaust that really brought her the Best Supporting. And joke on how he tried to get one Globe with Sex favor for all the HFPA members HAHA!!
It is a great night. Always in the best color of Hollywood old time glamour. And last but not least, our fond memory will always be with the late Heath Ledger who takes the Best Supporting Actor. And of course the highest honor of the day, Cecile B. DeMille for Steven Spielberg.