WWE superstar DMX might have been a champion in the ring, but this recent talk about his deceased mother and his own problems with substances makes him a hero outside of the arena as well.
https://youtu.be/SVI97AhhAEg
How to Turn Water into Wine Without Being Jesus
Turn water into wine! This simple science experiment demonstrates how fluids with different density can switch places. Fun to use as a magic party trick or as a demonstration for a physics experiment. Watch as the water switches place with the wine, because water has a higher density then wine. You could try using a playing card instead of the thin plastic spacer.
The Longest Video On YouTube? 596 HOURS. Here It Is.
Jonathan Harchick currently holds the record for the longest video on YouTube – a 596.5 hour film of a two-tone color pattern switching places. That’s 24 days long. Start watching now.
Stephen Colbert checks in with his first Late Show video
Stephen Colbert tries out some new face options. Remember this video to show your kids when he retires.
14 Of The Best Pieces Of Advice From Jerry Seinfeld During Interview With Howard Stern
Tonight, I watched the interview of Howard Stern and Jerry Seinfeld again for around the 10th time. Like one of my favourite albums, there’s always something new I catch, and the sense of liberation Jerry has wins out every time. His wonderfully barbed admission are brilliant, and here are the top 10 lines from Jerry.
1. In comedy, the worst thing is when you get comfortable. That’s why success is the enemy of comedy.
2. I had been on The Tonight Show for 9 years. Nobody at NBC, not one person, after 9 years of going on Carson, 3 or 4 times a year, and killing, nobody said, why don’t we talk to this kid? (Howard: Why do you think that is?) Really? Really? (Silence.) Because…Network television companies struggle with the entertainment field. They struggle to create entertainment. It’s a struggle for them.
3. I’m not that big on enjoyment. I don’t think it’s that important. I think what’s important that they enjoy it.
4. On Johnny Carson’s advice: Don’t ever think you know what’s going to happen in this business.
5. The Seinfeld Chronicles didn’t do well for the first 4 years. We had a very high income demo. Horrible ratings, but the people we got were high income. You get rich people to watch your show, you’re going to stay on.
6. Every second of my existence, I’m thinking, can I do something with that?
7. If you’re a comedian and you’re playing golf, you’re going nowhere in this business.
8. When I used to fly in coach, and the stewardess used to close the little thing, and they kinda give you a look in coach like “Maybe if you had worked a little harder, I wouldn’t have to do this.”
9. I think I know why Dennis Miller is doing that (more political comedy). That’s what he wants to do.
10. Your blessing in life is when you find the torture you’re comfortable with.
11. Would I want to be young again? No. If you’re a little lucky in life, you should enjoy getting older. Because you’re going to see more. When you’re young, you can’t see what’s going on so well. You get older, you walk into a room, and you meet this guy and that guy, and you go, Oh, I know exactly what’s going on here.
12. I’m so lost in my own head, I’m not thinking about what other people… “Do people expect you to be funny all the time?” I get that question. What do I know about what people expect? What do I care what people expect? Your expectations are your problem.
13. You can get any moron to talk about themselves, and you’ll kinda find some weird thing about them that is kind of interesting.
14. When you really evolve, you can just do things. Stop talking about it.
https://youtu.be/_K82O4UNIKs
Greatest Bear Ever Waves And Catches Food With One Paw
A man goes with his wife Kayleigh, to see the bears; did not disappoint.
Video From MIDEM 2015: Keynote from Scott Harrison, charity:water
From nightclub promoter to true disruptor in the social media space, the founder and CEO of the ground-breaking clean-water NGO charity: water, Scott Harrison will share his story and unveil how charity: water grew to become one of the world’s most innovative charities by engaging its donors through the clever use of social media and branded content, as well as a 100% transparency policy. Currently a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader, Harrison was recognised in Fortune Magazine’s 40 under 40 list, the Forbes Magazine Impact 30 list and was #10 in Fast Company’s 100 Most Creative People in Business issue. Get inspired by his vision and experience as a true disruptor.
Video From MIDEM 2015: How Digital Innovation Enhances the Live Music Business
Holograms, cashless payments and online interactions are among the few innovations which are already disrupting the live music business. Crowdfunding your next tour or managing the digital assets of an international festival are two extremes of the same reality: agents, bookers and promoters need to think digital first. Discover what their next challenge will be and explore new opportunities for your business.
Speakers:
Billy Koh, Founder, Amusic Rights Management (China)
Natalia Nastaskin, CEO of US Operations & General Counsel, The Agency Group (UK)
Fabrice Sergent, Co-Founder and CEO, Bandsintown Group (USA) @FabriceSergent
Fruzsina Szép, Director of Festival Coordination & Public Affairs, Berlin Festival & Lollapalooza Berlin (Germany)
Moderator:
Bill Werde, CEO, Fenton
Video: TIDAL’s CEO Gives Keynote At MIDEM
For the first time in 2014, streaming drove mainstream music consumption. Discover the vision of TIDAL’s Chief Investment Officer on how streaming becomes a mainstream part of the modern music business, helping to create a powerful industry and bringing it back to sustainability.
7 ways for cities to boost their music economy
A report published by Music Canada and IFPI, in partnership with Midem, looks at how a vibrant music economy can generate a wide array of benefits for cities, from economic growth, job creation, and increased spending to greater tax revenues and cultural development.
The Mastering of a Music City was launched at Midem, the world’s largest music industry conference.
The report provides a simple checklist to help local authorities, businesses, community groups and the creative sector capitalise on the potential of music to build, grow and strengthen their cities.
It cites examples from 22 cities from all continents to explain what a music city is, why it is beneficial, and – critically – the most effective strategies and policies that can be implemented to nurture active music hubs.
Graham Henderson, President and CEO, Music Canada, says: “A vibrant music sector delivers an extensive array of social, cultural and economic benefits to its community; from job creation and retention to city identity and music tourism, to social cohesion, music can play an essential role.”
“Communities of any size, anywhere in the world, can assess the extent to which they have the essential ingredients for a Music City, and deploy the strategies successfully used in the likes of Nashville, Melbourne, Toronto, Berlin and other renowned Music Cities, in order to enhance or grow theirs. These strategies don’t necessarily require heavy investment – addressing red tape and establishing dialogue between leaders in the music community and city officials are inexpensive ways to grow music’s contributions.”
The Mastering of a Music City has identified recommendations in seven strategic areas that are an effective means to grow and strengthen a city’s music economy:
Music and musician-friendly policies, from licensing and liquor laws to parking and planning regulations to affordable housing and artist entrepreneur training.
The creation of Music Offices to help musicians and music businesses navigate the broad range of government policies and regulations that impact music.
The formulation of Music Advisory Boards to engage the broader music community in a collaborative way and to facilitate dialogue with city governments.
Engaging the broader music community to ensure the people most affected by music policies are involved and informed.
Access to spaces and places for artists to practice, record, and perform at every stage of their career.
A focus on audience development, ensuring that there is an engaged and passionate audience for local musicians as well as international touring artists, now and into the future.
Music tourism or the development of a Music City brand to leverage a thriving live music scene, rich music history, or large music festivals in order to reap the significant benefits associated with music.
In addition, multi-level government support for music, a broader city infrastructure conducive to the sector, music education programmes and efforts to highlight music history and identity are important.
Frances Moore, Chief Executive, IFPI, comments: “We’re delighted to be a partner in the Music Cities project, and we will work with our affiliates in 57 countries to spread the good work that Music Canada has been doing elsewhere in the world. They will be taking this report into City Halls worldwide, recognising that each place has different needs and priorities, but urging leaders to seize the common advantages offered by a growing music economy.
“We realise this will benefit the recording industry too, and that is the other reason we are co-sponsoring the report. Our job at IFPI is to improve the environment in which our member companies operate and this is one way that we can do that. Just imagine a world where you can go from country to country and find music cities in every one. That would be good for artists, good for record companies, good for city leaders and good for the wider public that just wants to enjoy great music.”
The Mastering of a Music City was produced after more than 40 interviews with music leaders, city and tourism officials, international focus groups and secondary research. It cites best practices and case studies from 22 cities. IFPI’s affiliated national groups will share the report globally to assist municipal leaders and other stakeholders to develop local music strategies.
You can download the report here.
