Something about this rug made me feel like I was standing in Manhattan’s living room, and instead of sitting down to be entertained by a television, I only had to observe my surroundings.
(Another iPhone photo, by the way. I’m really starting to think it’s the best camera I own because I always have it with me.)
I’m serious. This guy was a welcomed distraction and placed an interesting and fresh mood in the air around Madison Square Park this morning. Really good street musician.
Come to Madison Square Park and your eye will find a million different goodies to focus on. The playground, the greenest grass in all of Manhattan, the art installations that always seem to cause controversy — it’s a beautiful place to explore. Perhaps the biggest attraction (besides the Shake Shack, of course) is the fountain. Added in 1867, this eternally flowing fountain brings a peaceful, constant serenity. And the kids love it.
Visit http://www.madisonsquarepark.org for more information on the park. Check the schedule for concerts and other great events.
It’s not even news at this point — Ray-Ban Wayfarers have taken over New York City. It’s past tense. The glasses came, were worn, and are now commonplace. Hipsters, meatpacking types, upper east side yachting kids — everyone sports these glasses. Although this couple came all the way from Savannah, Georgia, they knew exactly how to fit in. I would have walked past them, same as the other million-odd Ray-Ban wearers, if they weren’t two of my best friends and founders of New Moon of Savannah, of course.
They head the call of progress. Of duty. Of the wild. Ok, not that. But they do spring out of subways, like this Christopher Street Path Train, into an uncertain world.
They walk past monuments erected for the triumphs of our forefathers — those who set the wheels in motion and whose great vision has inspired millions. And then there is this guy…
Even when he walks down a quiet West Village street he barks instructions into a, wait, what is that thing??? Is that a full headset? Let’s take a closer look…
I can’t concentrate anymore. I’m done. Have fun at work!
When Julian rolled up on his bike I really didn’t know what to expect. I was taking photos along the East River of the sunset and a few geese splashing around below. My usual spot. All of the sudden this guy came up close and asked me if I could help him out. He looked straight out of a hip hop video, complete with a gold grill on his lower teeth. The look is authentic and completely fitting. Julian is a musician trying to make in it New York.
To listen to a sampling of his music (hip hop and electro) check out his myspace page here. Let the first song play through. He’s got a line in there, “They call me odd, but I’ll get even.” that I think is pretty cool.
Oh, and the way I helped him out? He needed a photo taken of himself. We traded emails and here it is. He’s a cool guy and I hope his music career takes off.
