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Is Jin a Chinese Christian Hip Hop Artist?
MC Jin. BET 106 & Park Battles. Double R. One Album. 2Fast 2Furious. Now?
Living in Hong Kong rolling with Jaeson Ma. Loving the evolution of Jin.
This video released last month answers a lot of questions. Christian? MC? Christian MC?
You decide.
Can’t wait to see what the Spirit has tagged Jin to do next.TIM BE TOLD + REILLY @ EASTERN
abcpastor friends, TIM BE TOLD + REILLY will be performing a FREE CONCERT at Eastern University in the McInnis AuditoriumWednesday, September 23, 2009
7:00pm – 10:00pmKanye West. There’s a Lesson in This.
So Kanye West screwed up the other night at the VMAs in a juvenile lapse of judgement.
I admit that I was upset by what he did to Taylor Swift. C’mon, she’s so sweet and innocent
I’m also not ashamed to admit that I’m a Taylor Swift fan too. So he apologized on Leno. Maybe he was sincere. Maybe not. Maybe one day we’ll know the truth. Sure right now he has a responsibility to address the public but it would mean more to deal with Taylor directly.
It’s easy to be hatin on him. I was tempted to erase all his music off my iTunes. I was appalled, confused, but then got over it.
This year’s VMAs was definitely a circus but seriously, it’s the VMAs and not the Grammys.
Now I’m not making excuses for him but let’s take another look at this. I don’t even want to throw the race thing in the mix here. Kanye’s a celebrity and celebrities live in a different reality that many of us mere mortals cannot fully grasp. It’s a world marked by gross access and excess. What that does to one’s sense of moral, social, and spiritual grounding we cannot imagine. Virtually every little thing they do is tweeted, documented, and shared with the world.Why are we surprised when they do crazy stupid things?
What if our lives were always on camera for the world to scrutinize?I don’t think he’s that much different than some of us, or someone on our leadership team or even in our congregations? I recall when I was in youth ministry doing a lot of stupid things in public whether from the pulpit or elsewhere. I had my moments where I strongly disagreed with the establishment. How do we as leaders and followers of Christ help young immature but influential, talented, gifted, individuals become the people God desires for them to be? Do we judge? Do we condemn?
I think we need to have different eyes.
We can focus on the actions or we can look at the man and what he could be. Then by faith take action to help him get there. Transformation won’t happen through condemnation. I’m sure this will serve to shape Kanye and make him “stronger” but I think we can do better. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen celebrities make career wrecking moves. This isn’t the first time Kanye’s pulled a Kanye. I hope to see the evolution of Kanye West. Let’s condemn his actions but not the man. We want to see this person grow and change as an artist, a human being, one who is made in the image and likeness of God.REILLY+NEW HEIGHTS CONCERT
The Vine presents the music of REILLY and NEW HEIGHTS
ABOUT REILLY THE BANDHailing from the City of Brotherly Love, Reilly’s signature “symphonic-rock” has garnered them national recognition as one of America’s best independent bands. Fusing acoustic and electric guitars with violin hooks and refreshingly thought provoking lyrics, REILLY’s artistry is original and irresistible. Accompanying lead singer/songwriter John Reilly is the versatile violin duo of Dan and Noele Huie, bassist Matthew Bomberger, and drummer Kyle Thoman. The band’s engaging stage interaction opens a new world for listeners to become long-time fans. Numerous first place finishes in “battle of the band” competitions and increasing notoriety have allowed the band to play at notable music festivals including CREATION, ATLANTAFEST, CORNERSTONE, AUTUMN BLAZE, PURPLE DOOR, REVELATION GENERATION. Reilly is becoming more and more of a household name as they have played with national acts like SWITCHFOOT, NEWSBOYS, JARS OF CLAY, LEELAND, TOBY MAC, BARLOW GIRL. Off stage they are a team of hard working D.I.Y. entrepreneurs, having created and implemented successful marketing plans, and recorded albums without the help of a record label.“If the hearts, lyrics and music of REILLY is not enough, the dueling violins will blow you out of your seat. This band is my new favorite live band!” ~ Chris Strayer, Producer for Purple Door Music Festival
“WJTL is currently playing an independent rock ‘n’ roll band from Philadelphia called Reilly. They produce a big, expansive sound replete with 2 violins! I highly recommend spending some time with their latest record, “Let June Decide.” Listen and let the music penetrate your soul.” ~ Phil Smith, Music Director for 90.3 WJTL PA
REILLY Music, LLC
www.REILLYtheband.com
www.myspace.com/REILLYtheband
www.sonicbids.com/REILLYmusicWHAT WE DO AT THE VINE
There’s a world of hurt out there…but LOVE is alive and moving.
We’re raising awareness to the needs in our hurting world by mobilizing our community with creative events and projects to bring about change. The first step is to know what the problem is. The next step is up to you.FRIDAY NIGHT. MARCH 27. 7:30PM
Featuring Music By:
REILLY www.reillytheband.com
NEW HEIGHTS www.new-heights.net
Tickets are $7 at the door
Facebook event link: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=137690665133
REILLY: We’re inviting our fans and anybody who attends the concert to come out to Chinatown with us after the show for some post concert dinner.Support Community Programs by Downloading Music
You can support important community programs by downloading music! FREE MUSIC! So download to make a difference! For every download, the Asian Pacific Community Fund [APCF] receives a $2.00 donation from AmieStreet.com.
APCF has partnered with online music site AmieStreet.com for an innovative fundraising project:
For every free download of the new song Anything, by composer-philanthropist Peter Buffett and Hip-Hop star, Akon, AmieStreet.com will donate $2.00 to support APCF’s projects and communities. You get this song for free, and APCF will receive the donation! It’s easy and win win for everyone.
Do it now at: www.amiestreet.com/APCF
More about APCF:
The Asian Pacific Community Fund (APCF) is committed to generating funds and resources for 29 non-profit organizations that provide quality services focused on the complex and diverse needs of the Asian, Pacific Islander, and other ethnic communities in the Greater Los Angeles area. APCF provides programs and services in 27 Asian languages plus English and Spanish to over 200,000 people each year. Programs and services include after-school and youth programs, immigrant workers education and advocacy, legal services, translation services, healthcare, counseling and case management, affordable housing, and much more. APCF promotes diversity and supports the enrichment of the community through culturally congruent health and social services and cultural programming. For more information, visit www.apcf.org.[h/t BBQChickenRobot]
Victor Lin Trio Concert in NYC, Oct 3
Catch another fine upcoming performance by The Victor Lin Trio at The Calhoun School: 433 West End Ave (at 81st St) New York City.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3RD
Showtimes at 7pm and 9pmFeaturing
Victor Lin, piano
Phil Kuehn, bass
Joe Saylor, drums
and special guests!Tickets are $10, $5 for students and seniors
RSVP here: www.calhoun.org/page.cfm?p=1953Related Post:
Victor Lin CD Release PartyVictor Lin CD Release Party
My uber talented friend Victor Lin is having a CD release concert for his latest work, The Hymnbook. Check it out if you’re in the Big Apple Saturday.
APR.26.08 @ 7:30pm
CD Release Concert: The Hymnbook
Church Of The Advent Hope
111 E 87th St at Lexington AveListen to select tracks at victorlin.net
Download some on MySpaceSwitchfoot and Athlete
I think Athlete is cool. Them Brits sure have good music.
Switchfoot is also pretty cool too. So news of these two cool bands playing together puts a smile on my face.
Show them love.UP IN ARMS TOUR
(closest locations to Philly)
5.1 Ocean City , NJ
5.3 Piscataway, NJ ***AT RUTGERS ATHLETIC CENTER*** woohoo!
other venues can be found here.
This tour is partnering with TWLOHA. Even cooler.
Q.What is To Write Love on Her Arms?
A. TWLOHA began in Orlando, FL in February 2006 and is a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for those struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury and suicide. TWLOHA exists to encourage, inform, inspire, and also to invest directly into treatment and recovery.btw Athlete has an übercool website..
Download two of their latest songs here for free…legallyCaedmon’s Call in Philly
If you’re in the Philly area and you like Caedmon’s Call. They’ll be playing this weekend for their Overdressed Tour at Philadelphia Biblical University (2/24) and Petra Christian Fellowship (2/23). They’re absolutely great live. I heart Derek Webb. Wedding Dress still stirs my soul.
‘Cause I am a whore I do confess
But I put you on just like a wedding dress
And I run down the aisle, I run down the aisle
I’m a prodigal with no way home
But I put you on just like a ring of gold
And I run down the aisle
I run down the aisle to you – Wedding Dress
Also exciting is the collaborative Ampersand EP release between husband-wife, Derek Webb and Sandra McCracken. So good.
There’s a download available for Sandra McCracken’s version of Ten Thousand Angels featured on Gray’s Anatomy. Link.
U2 3D
U2 3D starts showing in select cities this week!
It’s a 3D presentation of their global Vertigo tour shot over several concerts using HiDef cameras. It will no doubt be a visual feast. It shows in Philly Feb 15 and already in select theaters in NYC (AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13 with IMAX).Watch the 2D preview trailer
Events
"HERO" An EPIC MOVEMENT EAST COAST Conference January 15-18, 2010, Philadelphia
Verge Missional Community Conference,
February 4-6, Austin, Texas
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