BEHIND THE SCENES @ HERO THE BAND'S "FOOL'S GOLD" MUSIC VIDEO

Photos by Brent D. Gates for Offtharecord

LOCATION: Golden Glide Skating Rink | Decatur, GA
YEAR: 1975 (Actually 2014)
WHO: HERO THE BAND FT. A BUNCH OF CRAZY, CREATIVE REVOLUTIONARIES!!
MISSION:  "Fool's Gold" Video Shoot
VIDEOGRAPHER: Jake Heart


If you keep up with my blog posts or watch my show, "The SamOffThaRecord Experience", than you should know who my pals, "Hero The Band" are.  If you don't, then first of all, shame on you, but no worries catch up with the episodes featuring them HERE  & HERE.

Not only are Hero The Band rockstars, but also curators of Atlanta music events such as Atlanta Rock Of Ages.  These Heroes are also known to kill stages not only at Atlanta concerts but recently in California as well.  It has been quite a privilege to see these guys grow in the manner that they have and it's amazing to be a part of any event that they put together.  It's always an EXPERIENCE!  Yesterday was no exception, Hero The Band struck again!

VIDEO PREMIERE: RAHBI- 'FLICK'

Now I don't know how many times I have to say this but I'll say it once more.. Rahbi is Magic!!

 Last night I attended the video screening for Rahbi's visual for his new single Flick. Space 2 on Edgewood was the chosen location for this anticipated 'experience', because that's exactly what anything Rahbi related is! Walking in you would've thought you entered an emperor's home on the Palatine Hill with decorations reminiscent of ancient Roman times. People danced all while wondering, "Where the hell is Rahbi?" Of course the master of the ceremony had to show up fashionably late, in this case he pranced in wearing the attire of a Roman Emperor and sunglasses with 2 beautiful damsels on hand suitable for royalty. Rahbi graced the stage with a mini performance and introduced his awaited visual.
Here today we have an Offtharecord exclusive just for you!! Sit back and let RAHBI take you on a voyage as he introduces his new single and visual "Flick." Paying respect to high erotic art with clips from the 1979 erotic biographical drama Caligula, Rahbi is displaying the relevance and beauty of the musical experience in its entirety as he uses visual aesthetics along with great vocals. Intimately combining his own imagination with that of the film, Flick demands that you look and listen to music differently.

SOTR EXPERIENCE "WE WILL ROCK YOU!" SEASON 1 FINALE @ ATLANTA ROCK OF AGES

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SOTR EXPERIENCE SEASON FINALE "WE WILL ROCK YOU!"

Greetings Friends,

I come in peace. Today is a good day! Actually a GREAT day! Today is"The SamOffThaRecord Experience" Season 1 Finale. In this episode I take you into a place where dreams collide, great minds intertwine, good energy abides and creative forces unite, all in the name of love, music, art, progress, and change! No great thing was ever accomplished by just one person alone. It takes unity to create a shift, to begin a revolution. Welcome to Atlanta Rock Of Ages.

ROCKSTAR DUST FELL!! RAHBI RAW SANG HIS HEART OUT! I DANCE WITH 2 LEFT FEET! RAHBI SHOW RECAP

Magic!! Magic!! Magic!! I've said it before and I'll say it again, Rahbi is Magic!!

Glitter, or should I say "Rockstar Dust" fell upon us at Apache Cafe last Friday. I ended up on the stage dancing with my two left feet and Rahbi sang his ass off all while giving us people present, life!!

I introduced you to Rahbi and The Raw Band in a previous webisode of "The SamOffThaRecord Experience". Haven't seen it? Watch HERE . With an upcoming video release sure to provoke our thoughts, blurr lines, and inspire minds, Rahbi gave Atlanta an unforgettable show, but enough chatter. Hit play to watch my mini recap and stay tuned for his video release!!

THE INTERNET PERFORM AT THE LOFT IN ATLANTA

           Video edit by Brent Gates

"The Internet Take Over The Loft"

Unorthodox! Radical! Avant-garde! Those are the words that came to mind when I witnessed The Internet perform at Atlanta's intimate music venue, The Loft, last week.
A soft, delicate, and passionate sound filled the room seducing every ear in the audience. Taking center stage stood a slim, fresh-faced, Syd the Kyd with a laid back, west coast swagger and the voice of an angel! Standing to her right was Matt Martians accompanying her with the congos and key strokes and behind her the rest of the band jamming away, creating a warm, pleasant, vibe-heavy atmosphere.
The Internet's fusion of experimental jazz and neo soul create such a unique sound which makes you feel good.  "Feel Good" in fact is the title of their latest project from which they performed several songs from.
To hear such a warm, melodic jazz sound project from this 5 member band is truly radical.  Nothing you would expect from Odd Future.  I won't say why... I'll show you... Check out the mini video recap above and enjoy the dope shots I captured below!

Find out more about The Internet here.
               
                                                      

RAHBI @ APACHE CAFE FRIDAY APRIL 4TH!!

RAHBI and his band Raw return to the legendary Apache Cafe this Friday, April 4th for an evening of Fantasy turned Reality!!! Minds will be freed, RockStarDust will fall, and entire bodies will smile... ;-) GET YOUR LIFE!!!

Guest Artists include:

Hero The Band
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FftLvXLst8

Fine Peduncle
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVCA-sl-D8M

Nikki Jane
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fG73XOAllm4

GotDamnZo (GoBigLexi + Meechie)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kj8AdzFybvU

*Tickets available at www.ApacheCafe.info

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BEHIND THE SCENES: WATCH THE DUCK x T.I. "GIRLFRIEND" VIDEO SHOOT

     All Photos Shot by: Brent Gates

What the duck is going on?

THE SOTR EXPERIENCE: "IT WAS ALL A DREAM" SEASON 1 EPISODE 3

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THE SOTR EXPERIENCE: "IT WAS ALL A DREAM" SEASON 1 EPISODE 3 

"Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world." Harriet Tubman Hello Everybody!!!! It is my pleasure to share with you the third episode of this season and the first one in this new beautiful year of 2014! Many have asked about the inspiration behind the project and what my mission is. What better way than to show you? This episode had me a bit nervous and hesitant due to the fact that it's my personal experience. In this episode I take you in to get a closer look at my life as a dreamer and doer in Atlanta and the place that has inspired me enough to keep on reaching. This is my personal experience! Come into a little piece of my world and see the side of me that I have not shown. After all we are all human and dreamers in this world. I thank all of you who support my project and take the time to watch it, share it and spread it. Your feedback is always welcome and appreciated with an open mind and heart. Hit play and then get out there and LIVE-CREATE-INSPIRE!!

P.S. Don't forget to subscribe to our new Vimeo Channel! Also find us on YouTube 

 

SAMOFFTHARECORD X HERO THE BAND SEASON 1 EXPERIENCE 1- "SPREADING POSITIVE ENERGY WITH HERO"

"SOTR X HERO THE BAND"

There are two types of people in the world, those who dream and hope the world will change and those who change the world. It is my mission to present those who not only dream but have the courage to take the road less traveled in pursuit of their purpose.  Since I met my friends, Hero The Band, I was certain that these dreamers would change and shift the world in a positive way.  They're not only Rockstars, they're also superheroes who make the world brighter each day by simply being true to their art and themselves.   
Two weeks ago I introduced you to my latest project/webshow 'THE SAMOFFTHARECORD EXPERIENCE' (SOTR) in collabo with BlvckLvb Media. We kicked  it off with Vintage Nation, This time around we took it to the streets with some of my favorite creatives in Atlanta, Hero The Band. With the wind in our hair, our feet to the pedals, and our positive energy in full effect we embarked on a bike ride along the Atlanta belt line. 
Hit play and continue to LIVE-CREATE-INSPIRE!!

KEEP UP WITH THE HEROES AT www.herotheband.com

                                                            PEACE LOVE & LIGHT 

SOTR X VINTAGE NATION @ MICROSOFT STORE LENNOX MALL

                                   "SOTR X VINTAGE NATION"
Hello Offtharecord!!

 It is my pleasure to present the premiere of my new project/webshow "Samofftharecord" in collaboration with BlvckLvb Media. I find my self ultra thrilled and ready to burst in excitement as I type this newsletter. This project has been a thought and an idea for about a year now and it is now ready to launch. When I moved to Atlanta 2 and a half years, I wasn't aware of the challenges, the experiences, and the people that I would encounter. All that I knew was that this big city was the place where I would grow, find new pieces of myself, and tap into endless opportunities. In the few years that I have been here I have networked, filled myself with experiences, met some of the most extraordinary humans possible and tackled challenges that have forever changed me and led me to begin creating a career tailored just for me, simply by using the gifts given to me by the creator. This project is my perspective on this beautiful and thriving city and it's creative inhabitants that keep it alive. These are my thoughts, my experiences, and my creative outlook along with some of the movers and culture shock gamers I have met along the journey. I chose to kick off the project with a Special Edition episode featuring Vintage Nation while they were performing at the Microsoft store at the Lennox Mall here in Atlanta. Since the day I met them they have inspired me with their drive, love, and passion for their dream. Vintage Nation represent Atlanta to the fullest, the city of hustlers, dreamers, and doers!!

 Live.Create.Inspire!!

 

HOT RODS, CRAB CAKES, AND FAUX FUR!!

Faux Fur Coat: Kimichi Blue//Top: My Dad's Closet//Shoes: Nike Training In Season TR2// Clip On Earrings: Thrifted//Lipstick: MAC Cosmetics

A3C & HEINEKEN'S MEDIA VIP EVENT RECAP

A3C!!!

Photo Credit: Julian Plowden

Video: Mr. Carmichael

2 Chainz doesn't pop mollies and he's a healthy eater!! Add that to the list of new things I learned during The A3C Festival.

I'm still slowly descending from the delightful high the rapid succession of events held during the 5 days gave me.  No matter how many days they add to A3C (All 3 Coasts) it's never enough to catch all the artists, shows, and panels I'd like. However, this year was epic and I absorbed as much as I could handle. Whether I was throwing the Wu Tang 'W' up in the air when Ghost Face Killah blessed the stage at Little 5 Point's Variety Play House, listening to 2 Chainz discuss sex, not popping mollies, and new album talk at a Q&A at Edgewood's Sound Table, discovering new amazing talent such as Jeary Sylves from my hometown AZ at the Star Bar, rapping along to one of my all time favorites Talib Kweli's "Umi Says" at the Edgewood Stage, watching The Heineken Mural Project artists paint their murals at the Sunset Pop Up Parties, taking notes at panels from Revolt TV and other distinguished panelist, interviewing international graffiti artists at the Heineken VIP & Media Extravaganza, or just going ape shit in the rain when the great Quest Love closed down the block party on Sunday, this A3C was a reminder of why I love Atlanta so much and why music unites the people. I felt lucky and honored to witness legendary acts all meanwhile taking a peek at the future of music.  It's clear that hip hop and music as a whole are evolving into something absolutely beautiful. It was also confirmation that Hip Hop is still alive, beating, and breathing within all of us present. All I can say is, God bless the practitioners of the microphone art! I could sit here and tell you more but like they say, "Pictures tell a thousand words!"  I'd like to give a big Offtharecord thank you to Heineken for the media access.

HEINEKEN MURAL PROJECT VIP EVENT

  We can thank Heineken for painting Atlanta bright during this year's A3C Festival. In the midst of all the beyond dope music shows I've been attending The Heineken Murals Sunset Pop Up Parties and witnessed talented artists such as Chor Boogie hailing from San Francisco, Clogtwo and Inkten from Singapore along with Marka27 based in Brooklyn, NYC, and Atlanta-based artist Paperfrank and Anrgy Woebots from Hawaii. // Tonight Join us for the Heineken Media + VIP Event! // Meet the Heineken Mural Artists and celebrate this artistic endeavor in a multi-sensory event unlike any other during Flux Night. Flux Night Castleberry Hill Arts District | Atlanta, GA Saturday, October 5, 2013 | 7 p.m. to 12. This is an event you don't want to miss! RSVP @ http://www.remezcla.com/heinekenmuralprojectVIP and make sure to let them know Offtharecord sent you!! See you there!

HOT OR MILD?

A couple weeks back I dropped by Trinidad Jame$' "10 Piece Mild" album release party at Wish Atlanta. Trinidad Jame$ interacted with the crowd for hours all while taking pictures, signing autographs, and taking time to talk to us bloggers. I've got nothing but love and respect for the southern rapper due to the fact that he is just un-apologetically himself all while delivering the message to Dream, Inspire, Believe and most importantly Turn Up! Personally I dig the new mix-tape. Being the music lover that I am, this new project is on deck when I'm in the mood to turn up, turn up, turn up!! Hey art is art and I always respect the real shit. If you haven't yet snatch 10 Piece Mild here it's free! During the listening party I had to walk around and get some reactions from the crowd, I've got to admit the crowd was a lively and offtharecord one. Check it out!!

ELECTRIC LADY!!! LET THE SPARKS FLY

All hail the Queen!! Queen Janelle Monae that is.  
I've been a fan of Janelle's art ever since the release of Metropolis back in '07. The "Many Moons" short film used to be on replay over and over.

WHAT THE DUCK? MY 15 SECONDS OF FAME

'Round Here Dreams' - Watch The Duck X Trinidad James

One minute I was laying in my bed on a lazy Sunday enjoying a bowl of delicious Lucky Charm and the next thing I know I'm invited to the set of the mega dope group, "Watch The Duck". I've never dreamed of being a video girl but hey, what the hell I never turn down a creative, positive experience. Forward a couple months and "Ta Da!" Look at me mama, I got my 15 seconds of fame. My short cameo was some kind of exciting. Hit play and enjoy this inspiring track and hell of dope video. Fist pump and dance if you wish. I know I did. Like what you hear and see? Visit www.watchtheduck.com for more.