Believers with songs of joy on their hearts and swords of justice in their hands...
Atlantis rises to those who seek the Dopest of the Dope. In the form of music and dance, rhythm, rhyme, metephor, and prophecy... the house extends its open canvas to the painters of new worlds. Part graphic arts studio, part kitchen, part domicile, and part church, The House of Dope is a toarch in the West End calling to its womb Artisans of Atlanta's "underground" community. Though Dope where ever one goes, to be admitted into the House of Dope requires an invitation, directions, and a paintbrush...
-reporting from outside yet, always inside, The House of Dope.
-delano
Monday, June 30, 2008
Sunday, June 29, 2008
like that
so, I've got Wimbledon pumpin through the cathode ray tube and on the "title screen" prior to a commercial break they played a few classic notes of "Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like That)" by, Digable Planets... how cool is that?
-delano
-delano
Saturday, June 28, 2008
venting
I'm up with the birds. congrats to me. got stuff to do and imma do it, so there! -i can't believe this... i'm still trippin. this is jacked up. i'm happy to be here, no doubt but, it's jacked up. wtf. i'm 27. why does this matter anymore? not like i want it to stop, but that's besides the point. venting to my self..... i've got a song to sing... and it goes like this.......
-delano
-delano
Sunday, June 22, 2008
unfad(e)able
"so please don't try to fade me"_Snoop
i awoke from a bad dream... i was driving my deceaced grandfather's car...in the dream he was still living...which had some odd steering problems which caused me to hit several cars in a parking lot as I tried to leave. In the dream I left no notes and tried to "get away" with it... one of the fellas got to me and b4 I awoke I had something around my neck and was facing a 5 on 1 pummeling. sucks!
I thought to my now awake self... you're not as strong as you think...you fear fights...esp. when wrong...and by being jumped by 5 other dudes. then i came and made some internet rounds and decided to blog about my dream... I now feel very strong to try in the face of a cruel and unforgiving world, to see the best in others even when denied. why, :c) that's my secret. --to inquire about my secret, please answer the following question: ... "wanna take a ride?"!
-delano
i awoke from a bad dream... i was driving my deceaced grandfather's car...in the dream he was still living...which had some odd steering problems which caused me to hit several cars in a parking lot as I tried to leave. In the dream I left no notes and tried to "get away" with it... one of the fellas got to me and b4 I awoke I had something around my neck and was facing a 5 on 1 pummeling. sucks!
I thought to my now awake self... you're not as strong as you think...you fear fights...esp. when wrong...and by being jumped by 5 other dudes. then i came and made some internet rounds and decided to blog about my dream... I now feel very strong to try in the face of a cruel and unforgiving world, to see the best in others even when denied. why, :c) that's my secret. --to inquire about my secret, please answer the following question: ... "wanna take a ride?"!
-delano
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Grady
In the midst of the financial crisis I've logged almost 100 hours of volunteer time in the Rehab Therapy Division. In preparation for physical therapy school, I've managed to contribute to the functionability of this landmark facility. It's been a pleasure working in public health and I may return after my education. It's a wonderful experience! I've seen wound care in the burn unit and in hydro, helped on the med-surg. floor (7A) and spent significant time in the occupational therapy gym on the 4th. The work i've done has afforded me a position with Integrated Physical Therapy, an aquatics centered company that leases space in the Marcus Jewish Community Center and The Buckhead Athletic Club. I'm excited about all I'll learn and continue my march towards my doctorate in physical therapy.
-de.(lah)-no
-de.(lah)-no
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
bumpy knuckles
dubbed the "fist bump," this moment in american history will be remembered by critics and proponents alike. When Michelle and Barack exchanged dap many unfamiliar spectators combed their rolodexes for Black friends inquiring on the "suspicious gesture..."
Is it something to fear? Do Black people have a "secret code," what does it mean?!! Viable news sources such as Time Magazine ( http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1812102,00.html) and The New York Times (http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/06/11/deconstructing-the-bump/) were there to report their findings to the general public...
During times of economic hardship and global instability, this enigmatic "close fisted hand shake," as one source called it, made major headlines. Imagine being put on assignment to write that story...
The HISTORY of THE FIST BUMP. I laugh my mother land loving ass off! This proves how timid and frightful the outsiders are of a black revolution, the rise of a "black messiah," and the dipping of the oval office in chocolate sauce.
I am aware of fondue but really, we call it "dipping." Anyway, I'm about to dip out of my little snicker filled tirade. Enjoy your day and remember, the high five is out, I've never heard of a fist bump, and give ya boy a pound!
Dap me up and I'll holla atcha lata... :getting the dirt off my shoulder:
-delano
Is it something to fear? Do Black people have a "secret code," what does it mean?!! Viable news sources such as Time Magazine ( http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1812102,00.html) and The New York Times (http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/06/11/deconstructing-the-bump/) were there to report their findings to the general public...
During times of economic hardship and global instability, this enigmatic "close fisted hand shake," as one source called it, made major headlines. Imagine being put on assignment to write that story...
The HISTORY of THE FIST BUMP. I laugh my mother land loving ass off! This proves how timid and frightful the outsiders are of a black revolution, the rise of a "black messiah," and the dipping of the oval office in chocolate sauce.
I am aware of fondue but really, we call it "dipping." Anyway, I'm about to dip out of my little snicker filled tirade. Enjoy your day and remember, the high five is out, I've never heard of a fist bump, and give ya boy a pound!
Dap me up and I'll holla atcha lata... :getting the dirt off my shoulder:
-delano
God is Good
All the Time! And All the Time, God is Good!
note to self: you are smart...doubting yourself does no good... follow your natural progression...things are better than fine...
Yesterday I got my first Physics II test back and you know what? I was one of two students who got top scores! I am excited by what I'm able to accomplish with hard work and dedication to my future. I am so happy! I've discovered another social networking site and am connecting, like a mug to friends from high school and college. I love that! I love my friends...near and far. I look back and am happy to have always been a friendly guy, especially to underdogs and the ostracized...
I feel really good about myself for always being true to others by being true to myself. I love me! My friend Sharice is pregnant! Wow! For a long time "we" were worried that she would be unable to get pregnant, but her fiance and her have happy news! It's great... the time must be right and yet another one of my friends is moving into the next stages of life.
I have so far to go. I feel more than prepared. I feel elated that I'm growing by the day and am optimistic. :c) "You go boy!"
I'm glad I haven't done people wrong and that makes me very happy. I do make mistakes and I'm glad to be aware of them. I love my blog for its simplicity and complexity. This is me. From me, by me, to me...
Delano, you are a specialty. A delight. A treat. A gifted soul who is abundantly blessed! You are a light in the world and kind to those you meet. You are a helping hand and a friend, You seek the best in people and you look to share love. You are creative and passionate. Your love is strong and it runs deep. You have nothing to fear!!!
What I want, I receive... sometimes, God, you are TOO MUCH FOR ME!!! And I thank you! In loving liberty,
Delano
note to self: you are smart...doubting yourself does no good... follow your natural progression...things are better than fine...
Yesterday I got my first Physics II test back and you know what? I was one of two students who got top scores! I am excited by what I'm able to accomplish with hard work and dedication to my future. I am so happy! I've discovered another social networking site and am connecting, like a mug to friends from high school and college. I love that! I love my friends...near and far. I look back and am happy to have always been a friendly guy, especially to underdogs and the ostracized...
I feel really good about myself for always being true to others by being true to myself. I love me! My friend Sharice is pregnant! Wow! For a long time "we" were worried that she would be unable to get pregnant, but her fiance and her have happy news! It's great... the time must be right and yet another one of my friends is moving into the next stages of life.
I have so far to go. I feel more than prepared. I feel elated that I'm growing by the day and am optimistic. :c) "You go boy!"
I'm glad I haven't done people wrong and that makes me very happy. I do make mistakes and I'm glad to be aware of them. I love my blog for its simplicity and complexity. This is me. From me, by me, to me...
Delano, you are a specialty. A delight. A treat. A gifted soul who is abundantly blessed! You are a light in the world and kind to those you meet. You are a helping hand and a friend, You seek the best in people and you look to share love. You are creative and passionate. Your love is strong and it runs deep. You have nothing to fear!!!
What I want, I receive... sometimes, God, you are TOO MUCH FOR ME!!! And I thank you! In loving liberty,
Delano
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Gnarls Barkley (track by track analysis)
Charity Case - Emotional Spectrum Analysis
Who's Gonna Save My Soul asks the question
Going On is this album's thesis...
Run is the kaleidoscope club anthem, that seeks to lightly zap us forward
Would Be Killer - ...inverse pessimism = optimism (dark tinted optimism.. angst driven hope)
Open Book - sleeper track of the album ... number 6 is the inside-out expose of soul
Whatever - whatever
Surprise - did you know we could do that? (production gets heavy props)
No Time Soon - how drab days feel with a lover lost in mind... kinda like Would Be Killer, but a lil more sob soaked...
She Knows- A GB response to Jay-Z's "I Know"
Blind Mary- youthful coping mechanism, think devin the dude at a wind-up toy- fair
Neighbor- you always wanted to be just like GB, dont'cha!!!
In actuality, life feels a little bit better... and yours should too... :"you don't have to be grown to grow" One step at a time...Going On.... pain in me...tryna gain...refuse to die in vein...soul...gold... "this is where I've been, and when adversity comes...etc." YOU GET IT.
-brilliantly subtle and microcosmic. inside out, past present and futuristic, in the sense that's not too far away... it's already inside of u! rock on children!
Who's Gonna Save My Soul asks the question
Going On is this album's thesis...
Run is the kaleidoscope club anthem, that seeks to lightly zap us forward
Would Be Killer - ...inverse pessimism = optimism (dark tinted optimism.. angst driven hope)
Open Book - sleeper track of the album ... number 6 is the inside-out expose of soul
Whatever - whatever
Surprise - did you know we could do that? (production gets heavy props)
No Time Soon - how drab days feel with a lover lost in mind... kinda like Would Be Killer, but a lil more sob soaked...
She Knows- A GB response to Jay-Z's "I Know"
Blind Mary- youthful coping mechanism, think devin the dude at a wind-up toy- fair
Neighbor- you always wanted to be just like GB, dont'cha!!!
In actuality, life feels a little bit better... and yours should too... :"you don't have to be grown to grow" One step at a time...Going On.... pain in me...tryna gain...refuse to die in vein...soul...gold... "this is where I've been, and when adversity comes...etc." YOU GET IT.
-brilliantly subtle and microcosmic. inside out, past present and futuristic, in the sense that's not too far away... it's already inside of u! rock on children!
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
The Odd Couple (Oddly Enough)
Whose Gonna Save Your Soul?
"you've been lied to, its already inside you"
these two set out not to be crazy musical saviors as much as they are trying to be musicians...
what else can you expect from two aware individuals who shine a humble hope with a musically gene-altering project. "GIVE IT AWAY NOW"
The track, my personal favorite, Going On, serves as the project's thesis. In a personal time of unrequited love angst, this is a grown and gritty take on coping. Who needs to speak for you but yourself? And if you need a push, Run! There are lack-luster places, but what weeks come without Mondays or Thursdays at 3:30pm? Let this one be more of a slice of life than a beaming pedestal of freedom... it has its costs and loving Mary is one way to entertain yourself without buying gas or paying club cover charges...
but by all means, if you go, dance, run, free your mind and your ass will follow.
in two words - would be killer is the -inverted pessimistic- track, sure to turn astute listeners inside-out...
we do need ya Lo and Dangermouse is your the go-to guy.
we can dig it, more so than falling to our knees or worse...
a human quest into the unknown needs no guides but intrinsic motivation...that is, how much you want to let go dictates how far you'll ultimately go...
floating feng shui in outer space
-delano
"you've been lied to, its already inside you"
these two set out not to be crazy musical saviors as much as they are trying to be musicians...
what else can you expect from two aware individuals who shine a humble hope with a musically gene-altering project. "GIVE IT AWAY NOW"
The track, my personal favorite, Going On, serves as the project's thesis. In a personal time of unrequited love angst, this is a grown and gritty take on coping. Who needs to speak for you but yourself? And if you need a push, Run! There are lack-luster places, but what weeks come without Mondays or Thursdays at 3:30pm? Let this one be more of a slice of life than a beaming pedestal of freedom... it has its costs and loving Mary is one way to entertain yourself without buying gas or paying club cover charges...
but by all means, if you go, dance, run, free your mind and your ass will follow.
in two words - would be killer is the -inverted pessimistic- track, sure to turn astute listeners inside-out...
we do need ya Lo and Dangermouse is your the go-to guy.
we can dig it, more so than falling to our knees or worse...
a human quest into the unknown needs no guides but intrinsic motivation...that is, how much you want to let go dictates how far you'll ultimately go...
floating feng shui in outer space
-delano
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