Music festival

Award Best International Short Film or Video in 1998 at the Atlantic Film Festival, BAFTA Scotland Award Best Short Film in 1997 at the BAFTA Awards in Scotland which was shared with Gavin Emerson (producer), Gold Plaque Best Narrative Short Film in 1998 at the Chicago International Film Festival, Leopards of Tomorrow Best Film in 1998 at the Locarno International Film Festival, as well as, many nominations at other festivals. This film overall highlights Lynne’s film style and use of innocence…

There is probably no one I salute more than legitimate independent film champions. I find myself regularly seeking out those who deserve to be highlighted for their genuine dedication to telling the stories about which they are passionate while maintaining complete creative control. What some people don 't realize is that filmmakers like Rachel Amanda Bryant oftentimes are required to do more than just act, as you will see in her responses to the questions I posed to her about her beginnings in…

Kathy McCurry Kathy McCurry is a recent polymer convert. Her journey started a couple of years ago when a job loss left her with some free time as she gathered and researched other opportunities. As it happened, she had relocated for the job she lost, so she was alone in a strange town. She did, however, have a long-forgotten box of beads. In that box were some glass pendants she purchased while in China. Those pendants got her interested in making jewelry, which sent her onto a hunt on the…

Held at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, was the first annual ACM Party for A Cause music festival. The two-three-day music festival is an outdoor charitable music event, that leads up to one of country’s largest music award shows. The Academy of Country Music awards. Party for A Cause is a charitable event that raises awareness and funds for a variety of charities. The festival includes, live music from top country artists, food trucks, and fan interactive experiences. Most importantly, the…

Last weekend, in the Nation's Capitol, Nas performed at the famous Kennedy Center for two sold out performances to kick off the Kennedy Center’s One Mic: Hip Hop Culture Worldwide Festival. Backed by an eighty-piece orchestra, Nas dressed in a black tuxedo, performed his classic album Illmatic in it's entirety to a full house of a diverse crowd. Mass Appeal Media was along for the epic event and captured exclusive photos oh the once in a lifetime performance. Nas will celebrate the 20th…

Victor Hugo once said, “Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent” (Hugo). Music is not simply an art form, for music can be seen as a basic function in human existence, providing the necessities needed to survive (Yagelski & Miller). For instance, music is recommended to promote quality health and entertainment. According to Brenda Griffin, music is truly remarkable in that it unites all people; when one listens to music, he or she shares a connection…

Ever since I was a little girl, my dad instilled in me the importance of good music. We used to listen to Guns N’ Roses, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Nirvana, and many more. This music impacted my life and influenced me to be open-minded, care-free, and creative. This anecdote sparks some curiosity; am I the only one affected by music and art? A larger question would be whether or not music and art have affected society as a whole throughout history. Many studies have been conducted by…

First, no trip to the New Orleans is complete without a stop at Bourbon Street. This street is located right in the heart of the French Quarter and extends some blocks from Canal Street to Esplanade Avenue. There are quite a few French Quarter festivals that happen during the year, most famously the annual Mardi Gras celebration. During this time the street will be lined with hundreds of thousands…

On August 15-17 1969 in Bethel, New York, was a 3 day event that was all about peace, love, music. It was a historic event that changed what was known back then as the “hippie movement”. This concert would feature many influential artists that later generations would embrace as a cultural revolution of sorts. Blending a sentiment and mood of what Woodstock would come to represent. People didn’t realize (until later) how historic Woodstock really was. Woodstock was actually supposed to be a…

The celebration today lasts two weeks long and has many elements to it. This occupation includes ways for members to socially interact, to learn about the culture, and to engage in leisure activities. Most elements are open to the public such as the concerts and street performances that are preformed from the members, and the candle-lit parade of boats. The street performances include the parade that each individual contributes in. Participants dress up from head to toe in a unique costume and…