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Terraria-Houten (event)

"The largest terrarium event in the Netherlands"

Location: Houten, Utrecht, The Netherlands Price: 16,- Duration: 2 - 4 hours Transport: the bus from the station to the event location only goes once an hour, so it takes some planning. You can call in a bus, but even those were usually too full to take everyone. Language: Dutch, German, French, English. Activities: buying reptiles, insects, invertebrates, rodents, and everything related to them. Date of visit: Sunday 26 February 2023 Website

so much to see

Terraria-Houten is part of the ‘’Terraria-’’ expo series, where every month there is an event like this in a different city. The price depends on the size of the event, the one in Houten being the biggest. At this event, you can shop and find good deals on enclosures, health lamps, food, substraid, but also things like insect-inspired jewellery and taxidermied animals. That is all next to the obvious main attractions, the animals for sale. The most expensive animal I’ve seen there were 2.000 euros, as this is also a good place to find rare animals they don't have in most stores. Or to get common animals for cheap. I got my beetles from a pet store, 15,- for 3. Here you could buy the same kind 5,- for 5… Insects and interbred are a rare sight in pet stores over here. So once you find a store that has them, they overprice it. But besides it all it was also fun to look at animals, even tho I feel bad for the small containers, tho those are temporary. I got to hold a giant millepede, and petted turtles, ferrets and giant snails. The event does also have a rodent section (and frozen rodent) but it's small. Fun if you're ALSO interested in rodents besides the rest, but don't go if that's your main goal. Also, if you go, you have to take cash with you and download the PayPal app. I was not prepared for this but since the people behind the stands come from all over the place and from other countries, specifically Dutch paying apps are not going to work. And at most stands, it's not possible to pay by card at all. Cash is your best option, so be prepared for that. 

buy buy buy

I myself keep a terrarium with sun beetles and isopods, but I wanted to add more, so I went to get other kinds of beetles and millipedes. At the beetle stand, I asked what beetles would work well together with my beetles, and they told me beetles are actually racist!? no, but yeah they all have a different chemical smell and things, therefore pretty territorial to other species. So I decided to not get more beetles and focused on millipedes. i was so hyped by the first one I saw that I bought it immediately, it was a black and white millipede for 5 euros, I called her Mime. As we walked further, we found a whole stand with all kinds of millipedes. I knew about the giant millepede and really want one, but the enclosure I have right now would be too small (25 litres, 6.6 gallons). They were also kind of expensive on that stand, prices of the ones I wanted ranging from 10 to 25 euros per millepede. At the back of the event, something caught my eye, 4 millipedes for 10 euros. They were bigger than the one i bought before and that was a steal. As I bought them I got the entire enclosure including some wood pieces and stuff. He clearly wanted to get rid of them, but as the rest of the stand had no animals like that, it might have been that these were used for food or something. 

Another thing I bought was homemade fruit jelly. This guy sold them for 90 cents per piece, and that was already cheap for fruit jelly. We wanted all 9 flavours, but I only had 5 euros cash left, the guy said it was fine because we were so chill! Lastly, I bought a bird leg, probably a leftover from a failed attempt at taxidermy, I'm going to make an earring out of it. 

Not the best location

The location is not optimal as the bus only goes once an hour, and walking it will take you more than half an hour. Since it was already freezing, you (and the animals you probably bought) will not appreciate this. But the event does have free parking, so your best option would be to take the car. Definitely, if you have a long shopping list with you. 

Another thing the event could do better is an advertisement or the site. If you see the site, it almost feels like it’s not their real site, but it is.. If I was looking online and found this, I would have never gone there. I only went because my friend have been there before and told me it was cool, and so that's also how they got the info about this event from other friends. From a marketing standpoint, it's almost impressive they even get people to come with a site looking like that and 0 advertisement. On the other hand, I'm glad, it was just the right amount of busy, so more people would make it chaos. 

TLDR:

+ Fun expo with cheap deals and rare animals

+ anything you need for keeping any animal + handcrafted supplies from small businesses + free advice, and the ability to ask questions + A lot of stands

- bus only goes once an hour - how you can pay differs widely from stand to stand - the site looks sketchy

Would I revisit it: yes I would, it's a cool place to get good deals and get inspired.  Who do I recommend it to:people who keepreptiles, insects or invertebrates.

Ever since its humble beginnings in 2017, Power of the Force con has quickly grown to be one of the most fun conventions dedicated solely to the saga. The usual convention floor layour with its two halls has been expanded for this edition with a third, which made the floor space even better to navigate. [gallery link="file" columns="4" size="large" td_select_gallery_slide="slide" ids="162051,162049,162045,162043"] The first hall was filled with interesting merchandise stands where good deals could be made. The wide variety of all kinds of merchandise, from Hasbro to Funko, LEGO, props and various other items, has got you hard-pressed to not return with something that is still missing in your collection. [gallery link="file" columns="2" size="large" td_select_gallery_slide="slide" ids="162048,162044"] In the second hall there was also some merchandise, but this hall is mostly devoted to the guests signing. This is where this convention really shines as each year the organization manages to get a big line-up of guests and ther are always a few rare signers that you hardly ever see at other cons. Among last year’s line-up of guests were Hassani Shapi (Eeth Koth), Michaela Cottrell (Even Piell) and Mary Oyaya (Luminara Unduli). For this edition the rarest signing guest was no doubt Oliver Ford Davies, who played Sio Bibble in the Prequels. Davies regaled visitors by repeating his famous line about how a 'communication disruption can mean only one thing…invasion', funny anecdotes about filming and Ian McDiarmid. While certainly getting on in his years - after all it has been 25 years since The Phantom Menace premiered - he was clearly happy to be there and a pleasure to meet. [gallery link="file" columns="2" size="large" ids="162055,162046"] Another great guest to meet is Barry Lowin, who was in Din Djarin’s suit for Seasons 1 and 2 of The Mandalorian among other roles in the recent series, and while there were more guests from the new era of series, with a line-up of twenty-four star names there were plenty of guests to meet from all eras of Star Wars. And of course there was the third hall, the new space for panels, photoshoots and fanclubs like the 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, Mando Mercs and others. If there was any form of critique among regular visitors as myself about previous editions, it would have been that the queue for photoshoots snakes too much among the merchandise stands, and that panels could be difficult to hear due to it being part of the merchandise hall as well. With this problem now solved with the addition of a third hall, there really is little to no critique that can be had at this convention (except for overpriced food and drinks, but when is that not the case for a convention?) So if you find yourself looking for a fun show where you'll enjoy yourself and go where some of those rarer autograph opportunities can come knocking: set your navigation-computer to Cologne, Germany and visit the Power of the Force convention. [amazon box="B0D3FPHL98"]

Soul Food: The Fine Arts - Sugar Shacks

By: Natalee Gilbert

With open arms, Soul Food: The Fine Arts took in all walks of life and allowed passionate creatives to express theirselves freely. Beyond a non-existent canvas, souls were captivated by the performer’s artistic flair. Through the means of all-around awareness, relatability and just having fun — Soul Food: The Fine Arts created a settling ambience. But really, it was everyone involved who made this event worthwhile. It was hard to not take notice of the musician and poet’s way with words. In the hands of urgency, they reeled out inner thoughts, doubts even fears. Other times, they would lend a hand (with precaution). Still, everyone was there to simply enjoy the arts. Sparks flied, friendships rekindled and networks formulated in a smooth manner.

A tale of all tales — Soul Food: The Fine Arts is one for the books. Certainly, this event will go down in history.

Here are 5 creatives that I had the pleasure to speak to with at this diverse event and thank you Big Dawg K for the opportunity:

Ivan Polanco: A singer/songwriter who creates R&B and acoustic pop music — Ivan Polanco is one who provides within his lyrics that he’s just a young man growing up in this day in age. Sure, every guy has love/heartbreak songs but for him its to a certain extent. In his perspective, his music speaks about what a young man encompasses during his growth. Sonically, Ivan’s voice embodies real emotion and care. Moreso, it’s very soft, crystallized and adaptable to change when needed be. Initially Polanco started his music career with the drums. Since his dad was also fond of singing and songwriting, he would play the drums for him from time to time. But Pacheco’s dad seen it more as a hobby. Being a self-taught musician, Ivan decided to dabble into singing and sought to write his own music. A source says that Polanco knew Big Dawg K earlier on. But they lost contact, reconnected and discovered (10 years later) that they both were still making music. In a span of 9 years, Polanco has released 4 albums. Currently, he’s working on another called To Grow. Essentially, it comes with the notion that “this man is 26,” he’s grateful for those he’s encountered and very proud of his journey. Besides being an artist, Polanco is a personal trainer. His advice to all is to be happy with who you are. “Find your voice.” he adds.

LINKS:

1. Website: https://ivanpolanco.com/home

2. Instagram: @ivanpolanco.music

Bobby Sanchez: Bobby Sanchez is one who passes it forward. In the name of education — Sanchez does his part in informing the world about current issues that are (sometimes) unheard of. But really, he wants to be more than heard. Sanchez aims to decolonize the way others think and reconstruct the past in a narrative that’s centered around the indigenous perspective. Apart from this, Sanchez’s cadence depicts the pain felt by our ancestors. In pursuit, his words are taken with much intensity and remembrance. A 24 year old hip-hop artist and poet from New Rochelle, New York — Bobby Sanchez started writing raps/poetry seriously after leaving high school. Back then, it helped him to find purpose and healed him from the depression he was going through at the time so, he went with it. At the break of dawn, Sanchez keeps his family in mind because they keep him motivated. Funnily enough, his ancestors are also a source for inspiration. Sanchez adds “I can feel their [his ancestors] presence on a daily basis.” A strength of his in music, comes from the truth. “It takes courage to speak out against issues that others are not talking about.” For instance, his song “Pasion” was him, looking within to find a truth. To warm up, he reads books about new concepts so it can be added between the lines of his rhymes. “Most books have to do with colonialism, relating to Latin America, as well as indigenous cosmology.” Sanchez says. Currently, Sanchez is sitting on about 9-10 songs. He plans on releasing them every week for the next couple of months.

LINKS:

1. Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/bobbysanchezmusic

2. Instagram: @bobbysanchezmusic

Lady Kay: The saying “..walk a mile in someone else's shoes.” goes a pretty long way. Especially when you’re Lady Kay. At most, empathic — Lady Kay possesses the skill to feel and understand. As part of her execution, Lady Kay gives a powerful delivery when it comes to speaking the world’s truth. Still, it gets tough for her to do so, when revealing her own. To define her style, Kay says its moreso persona poems. Essentially, Kay goes into their perspective but it can get difficult at times when she has to come for herself. For instance Kay’s poem ‘Don’t Sleep With An Artist’ takes a jab at those who get romantically involved with artist. And funnily enough, she is an artist. Sometimes, she even offends those who listen unintentionally because they believe her poem is about them. But, she’s just doing her part through bold statements and social awareness. Lady Kay put the pen to the pad in 3rd grade. Then she pursued spoken word after high school. Kay adds “I’m not really emotional, but I can write out feelings.” Really, this is what pushed her towards poetry. Now, Kay is apart of a collective called Femsovl. The goal for all 3 is to create events that are calm, cool and collected. In Kay’s words, she relates with this: “To speak your truth whether on a soap box or stage. Its all you" From her poetry, Lady Kay wants others to feel the intensity. She is currently working on a book that’ll include short stories, interactive pieces and illustrations.

LINKS:

1. Instagram: @kaybeethelady

Smoove Babii: One who armors the heart on his sleeve — Smoove Babii speaks from within and astounds others with his familiarity on personal experiences. But really, he self-identifies as “a fireball of energy who just demands attention with his presence.” Smoove Babii comes with the intent of being a safe haven for those who need it. He’d like for people to feel safe when they tune in. However, what he really means is that he’d like for others to feel safe being theirselves. Babii adds “I want them to feel safe by knowing their not the only ones in life going through or has been through what they might experience.” In a passionate tonality, Babii is able to reel out inner emotions. To put it further, his poetry is raw, aggressive and often times, understanding. Likewise, there’s no theme to his mastery. “My mood really determines how creative my poetry gets.” Smoove Babii says. Speaking of which, his favorite verse out of his poems is: What to do? Is the question I ask myself every day. MJ has been trying to tell us for years that, THEY DON'T REALLY CARE ABOUT US! So, I talk to THE MAN IN THE MIRROR as I put my coat on. Everybody wants to be THRILLER but they out there trying to make us GHOST! I get BUTTERFLIES in my stomach every time I walk out my door. Seeing who's trying to ROCK WITH ME! Hope my family doesn't have to REMEMBER THE TIMES I MOONWALK back through my door. Look at my brothers as JACKSON 5 and go to school to learn my ABCs and make it easy as 123 and stop leaving BILLY JEANS and chasing these girls to ROCK THEY WORLD! We all are not SCARECROWS, WE ALL HAVE BRAINS, we must show them that WE ARE NOT ALONE and together we are INVINCIBLE so they can just BEAT IT with all those images of all us being SMOOTH CRIMINALS! This is bigger than being BLACK OR WHITE, that's why I get down on my knees and pray at night. Not to forgive me for my sins or beg to let me in but for forgiveness, just in case the cops have to JOE JACKSON me and I can't see my kids. 

From Smoove Babii’s upcoming poetry expect it to be more personal, deep, and talk about adventures that have formed him into who he is. Also, expect poetry albums and poetry EP’s as well. Maybe even a collab with Oliver The Writer. His first EP is out now on SoundCloud. It’s called Welcome To My Ghetto Gospel.

LINKS:

1. Soundcloud: https://m.soundcloud.com/user-515974176/sets/welcome-to-my-ghetto-gospel

2. Instagram: @smoovebabii

Acoustic Cat: Acoustic Cat reminds us why we fell in love with music to begin with. As he goes to great lengths to bring back fine tunes, Acoustic Cat adds his flair through guitar progressions and gruffness. Likewise, Cat goes for a sound that’s more 60’s-70’s. To start off, Acoustic Cat got his big break after joining a rock/medal band. Although he toured around New York City with them and considered them “brothers”, Cat ventured off on his own. To describe what he goes for, its moreso a “naked” sound. In a word it’s an exploration of rock, jazz and everything in between. On the other hand, Acoustic Cat says his now-solo career is a learning curve. But the more he does it, the easier it gets. One message he tries to tell others is to stay positive. Through life’s ups and downs, Cat won’t stop until his sound becomes universal.

LINKS:

1. Website: www.acousticcat.com

2. Instagram: @theacousticcat

Living fully, reflecting deeply and creating intentionally. 

Expect Opinion pieces and Reviews on Modern CounterCulture Art, Events, Books and Music in South Africa. 

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Event Review: “SpongeBob Squarepants: The Musical” Broadway Show -I entered through the online lottery -Awesome show containing actors with beautiful voices, creative outfits, tap-dancing, rapping, and humor -Plankton’s actor was the best actor of the group and had the best voice when singing -Pearl the Whale’s voice was the next best -I recommend going and would go again and bring Mom, Dad, & Connor -Online lottery savings: Normal ticket cost= $335.70- $42= $293.70

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My #WomanCrushWednesday is @activateyrlife 'Activate Your Life' whose company slogan is "Women actively sharing Gods love" 💞 These are photos from their event I went to in January which was their annual Christian Women's Spa Weekend Away. Each year has a different theme & this years theme was 'Day & Night' &sharing the dark to light difference God has had on our lives (which you know is right up my street as I love to share exactly that in the spiritual strand of my blog!) 🙏 I have written an event review all about the ins & outs of the weekend in detail, as well as writing an encouragement for attending all-female events for female empowerment & a dose of #GirlPower 🙌 CLICK LINK IN BIO to go to the blog, then find the review by choosing the category 'Life' from the blog menu at the top of the page, scroll to find the review title "How attending all-female' events and retreats helps with female empowerment (plus event review of 'Activate Your Life' women's spa weekend)" and click on the title to read the full review... . . . . . . . #FemaleEmpowerment #eventreview #aylweekendaway #activateyourlife #whoruntheworldgirls #ontheblog #review #helensjourney #femalebloggers #bossbabe #girlpowerevent #femaleboss #girlboss #womeninbuisness #bosslady #femaleentrepreneur #girlgang #GirlsWeekendAway #GirlsTrip #AllFemaleEvent #WomensWeekendAway #WomenSupportingWomen #stillswithstories #DiscoverUndar2k #bloggergram #inplaceswithstories #lovalgirlgang #ChristianWomen (at De Vere Cranage Estate) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8wFLAXhvxu/?igshid=1qz5toocrhmqu

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Kunsthal KAdE (Art Gallery KAdE)

‘’exhibitions on contemporary & modern art, architecture, design, and contemporary visual culture.’’

Location: Amersfoort, Utrecht, The Netherlands Price: 13,- / students 6,- Duration: 0,5 - 1 hour Transport: Walking distance from the station of Amersfoort central. Language: Dutch, but it's more looking than reading Activities: Drawing, making clay figures Date of visit: Thursday 23 February 2023 Expo at that time: Ministry of Fear/Foam by Folkert de Jong website

Since the whole museum has a switching exposition and not a fixed collection, I can not really judge over the museum itself, more about the exposition. The museum is placed at ‘’het Eemsplein’’ locally known for having homeless men harassing you, and they did. The building itself is very modern looking, the whole square it's placed on looks modern, all stone and metal. Just not really my thing.

I was not prepared

I was in the city and had some free time, so I popped in, not knowing what the museum was about. After I was greeted by the friendly staff and put my backpack in a locker and walked thou the big doors, where I saw a naked mannequin (Dick out and all) standing at the end of the hallway, staring at me, holding two heads in his hands. Okay cool anyway, let's walk further. Into a big room with multiple people hanging from the roof. Where the fuck am I??’. I started walking through the exposition and came into a black room with tv’s that played short clips of brain scans, hostages being kicked on the ground, and American soldiers posing with bombs. All the while the sound of a voice was playing, echoing saying things like, you know you're dreaming… right?? And creepy slowed-down music. It made me feel fear, it made me feel uncomfortable. I didn't know what was going on or how I got into this situation. I felt like I was in an Indie horror game like my boyfriend sometimes shows me. I didn't like it.

But the further I walked, the more interesting it got, weird ‘’edgy’’ drawing like that you would see in a high school notebook. I started thinking to myself, what in the ‘’nice guy’’ incel collection is this?? Statues of mutilated dead bodies, and all kinds of colours and textures. As the artist describes, he makes these things from what he has ‘’lying around’’. Looking a bit closer at these characters, I noticed these hands were too detailed to be a mannequin, the wrinkles, and pores and all. It started to scare me, how do I know this guy doesn't just have real humans ‘’lying around’’ based on what I saw earlier I would have believed it.

When you see his work, you already start making a picture in your mind of what this deranged, mentally ill human could look like. But then I saw the interview, a friendly-looking man, a friendly teacher or neighbour vibe to him. Wearing his sweater with soft pink, blue, and yellows. I had judged too quickly, I had made a stereotype and judged the book by its cover. 

Really inspiring

I hated it at first because ‘’these drawings are so stupid, I could make them!’’ ‘’This is not art! He just wants to be edgy’’. I have not made art for myself in a long time, because these are the comments I would get. But this man just does what he wants, he makes great art, and you can see the great skill in his work. He's just having fun, making things up as you go. Doing what he wants or just for the shock value.

In the interview, he talks about how he grew up around bunkers, and his parents always talked about war stories. How he would go to the video store and always rented American horror movies. How he grew up being proud of his country, but the more he learned, the more disappointed he got. How he feels like his mind is an isolation cell he desperately wants to escape. To see what more there is. it suddenly all made sense. And walking thou it a second time with a new view inspired me.

The KAdEStudio

In the studio you can make your own art. The activities you can do here are connected to the art exposition, so it also changes. This time, you could draw your own character/mannequin with crayons and markers. Next to that, you could make clay faces, or I guess clay anything. After you finished with it, there was a display where you can put it. And write your name and age. It was fun to see the different artworks from the ‘’normal people’’ and to see all different ages on this display, from 4 to 80! Sadly, they only had 2 tables to make the clay on, and there were already people sitting there. So I didn't make them. 

TLDR +I would recommend it for Artists and Art students since it's usually not the ‘’mainstream’’ art. + Fun art activities, matching the theme + changing expos making it re-visitable.

- wouldn't recommend it for kids, maybe with a more kid-friendly expo.  - small, Even tho I take my sweet time looking at the art, watching the whole interview, playing at the studio and even looking at the fun things in the gift shop. I was standing outside again in an hour.

Would I pay the price: No, it was too short/small in my opinion Would I revisit it: yes, since the expositions keep changing every so months.

Who do I recommend it to: Artists, Modern Art fans, Art Students of any field. Interactive:         2 Educational: 2 Storytelling: 4 Price: 2 Memorable: 5 Total score: 3

Taking place on Saturday 13th Echo Base Live, is a FREE event that will provide Star Wars fans with an unforgettable day offering up an excellent range of vintage and modern collectable items from toys and figures to art and books. There will also special guest signers available on the day. Special guests signers include*: Julian Glover (General Veers), Denis Lawson (Wedge Antilles), Chris Parsons (K-3PO), Riichard Oldfield (Derek (Hobbie) Klivian), David Stone (X-Wing Plot), Jack Mckenzie (Cal Alder), Paul Jerricho (AT-AT Driver), Stephanie English (Hoth Rebel Technician), John Mogridge (Snowtrooper), Alan Austen (Snowtrooper) Come along as your favourite Star Wars character - you won't be alone at Echo Base Live! That's how the Kingfisher Centre website described the event, and for Star Wars fans - and obviously the collectors - there are few days in the calendar year as important as the two Echo Base Live events. I make a confession at the top…I absolutely adore these events. Around a month before each show, the anticipation grows and the week before it I’m like a kid counting down to Christmas. It was little different this time around as I, along with my good mates, had rented a couple of tables to sell off some duplicate items and unwanted bits and bobs. (Apologies to The Black Series but I stopped being interested a long time ago) So, I was up at 4.30am and headed off the Redditch Kingfisher Shopping centre to meet my old pals – Chris (of Toys of the Jedi) and Paul (of Fantha Tracks) I met both men in a dark Toys R Us car park way back in September 2015 and it’s been nothing but a friendship full of joy ever since. [gallery link="file" size="large" td_select_gallery_slide="slide" ids="160506,160507,160508,160509"] For the second time at Echo there was a Star Dinner on the evening before, and from all accounts, however, it was a smashing success. The event itself boasted a stellar signing line up worthy of Celebration but without the eye-watering prices to go with it. Wedge Antilles himself, Mr Denis Lawson was in attendance along with a motley crew worthy of living up to name of Echo Base. The prices, as always, were sensationally fair and all the guests looked to be extremely popular from where we were standing. On offer for the first time were professional photo shoots which were a nice touch, and you could bring home a special memory from the day. https://www.facebook.com/fanthatracks/videos/826256562653962/ Even though we were all selling this time, I’d taken along some cash to spend of course as it would be sacrilegious not too. There were some amazing finds to be had to quench the thirst of any collector. I managed to pick up a grail item for myself – a Land of the Jawas playset. It was a little worn but complete and was an incredible price. Some other highlights included some Episode I Christmas crackers, a Jumbo Gentle Giant Vader, a 1983 3PO model kit and some Argentina Episode I bootlegs. [gallery link="file" size="large" td_select_gallery_slide="slide" ids="160522,160523,160524"] The SWAG at Echo base events has really grown too and there were some brilliant ones to be had. The Wampa juice has become a firm favourite in the collection already. [gallery link="file" columns="2" size="large" td_select_gallery_slide="slide" ids="160512,160511"] It was great to catch up with old friends and there were two topics of conversation on everyone’s lips; Celebration Japan and the forthcoming Haslab. We’ve all heard the rumours and everyone I passed at some point had a certain playset on their lips. [gallery link="file" size="large" td_select_gallery_slide="slide" ids="160521,160520,160519,160518,160514,160513,160510"] As ever, there were some brilliant traders and good deals to be had. There was also a second room next door to the main event that featured around 20/25 more tables. A setup that had everyone talking was the IB3D stall. If you were there, it was amazing to see. If you couldn’t make the event, then fear not - we have pictures. https://www.facebook.com/EchoBaseLIVE/posts/pfbid0Aa263BLhn8CSKqbWveSDppr9PjtPcKPsjmhSSNegwWsGYRvGsj4X4x1KRdT4bd7Ql The raffle was as popular as ever and the team and goodwill of Star Wars fans have managed to raise £3864 for Alder Hey Children’s Charity in Liverpool. Well done to all involved. Outstanding. As ever with events like this, a sign of a good Echo is getting home and being absolutely shattered from Star Wars buying overload, and I certainly was. The real collection, however, are the friends made along the way. (I can hear the groans but it’s true) [gallery link="file" size="large" td_select_gallery_slide="slide" ids="160517,160516,160525,160526,160527"] Surely the next event will be in October and I’m waiting with my pen to mark it in my diary. (I may be 32 but I’m old fashioned) If you can’t wait until then, fear not! Star Wars Fan Fun Day is taking place in just a couple of weeks with the Star Dinner on Saturday May 4th and the show itself on Revenge of the 5th with Fantha Tracks in attendance. [gallery link="file" columns="2" size="large" td_select_gallery_slide="slide" ids="160529,160528"] One final note worth mentioning. It was great to see so many younglings at the show with their parents. Without them, Star Wars collecting has no future and seeing them excited by the toys just as we were as kids is really brilliant to see. Roll on October. Thanks to Paul Warren for the use of his photographs. For more from Paul, visit https://www.facebook.com/SWCCollection [amazon box="0744098823"]

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JUNGLE BASH ‘19 - DISCIPLE MUSIC

By: Irate Specialist

If you’re a millennial or a member of Gen Z, one concept I’m sure you’re familiar with is “FOMO” and if you weren’t at Jungle Bash ‘19 I fear that, you missed out.

This amazing party hosted by local artist, Rightful Disciple featured a couple vendors, beer pong tables, a volleyball court, live performances and food.

The Jungle, the location of this amazing event, was a beautiful spot with just the right amount of space to party all day long.

Rightful Disciple was able to assemble an all-star list of New Jersey talent including: Samad Savage, Ethan Ross, Geno Five and Turkish Royale as well as other incredible New Jersey talent including the host himself.

Despite the fact that they were serving free beer, the performances were the main reason why folks turned out for this event.

Tiffany, 24, was looking forward to seeing all of the artists who were coming out. “I’ve been to the practices before here, and they all have talent,” she said. “It’s unbelievable. All put together, it’s something you want to see, something you can’t miss.”

This praise was not misplaced as every artist who took the stage rocked it.

Saint James was one of the first artists to tear the stage up. It was easy to ride the wave he was on with his song “Calling”. Before I knew it, the whole crowd was bobbing back and forth as the song washed over them.

Links:

1. Instagram - @the88saint

2. Music + more - https://linktr.ee/the88saint

Ron Solemn was one of the next artists to take the mic and helped to set the tone for the rest of the event with one of the best performances of the day. He and his friend, Black Panther, came out with water guns spraying the crowd providing much needed relief from the heat we were under. After cooling us down he set the stage on fire with straight bangers from his new project Ronald, which I highly suggest everyone go listen to.

Even the intermission was lit. As the artists in the crowd took the opportunity to grab the mic and spit some epic freestyles, they kept the energy and good vibes alive.

Links:

1. Instagram - @ronsolemn_

2. Music - https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_fIT_MIQvqg&feature=youtu.be

After the intermission it was back to the music and Ethan Ross, our local portable speaker freestyle legend came through bringing the energy that he was known for.

Even Otto Haze, 27 another Jersey artist, had been looking forward to Ethan Ross hitting the stage. “My boy Ethan Ross has some of the greatest energy I've seen out here in awhile,” said Haze.

Links:

1. Instagram: @therealethanross

2. Music: https://soundcloud.com/ethanrosswithredhair

Geno Five was also one of the artists many people came out to see. Quan, 24, had been boys with Geno Five from high school and came to show support. “I’m really proud of his growth as an artist. I’ve seen the whole thing since high school and to see how he’s taken it serious is inspiring,” he said. Geno’s dedication to the game was instantly recognizable throughout his set. His song “Getting Played” had the whole crowd bumping to his lyrics and the instrumental.

Links:

1. Instagram: @geno_five

2. Music: https://m.soundcloud.com/geno_five

Turkish Royale, Samad Savage and Rightful Disciple were a few of the acts that helped to close out. The performances were strong. And it was easy to see came to spit. With each artist’s energy, it helped to keep the vibes right until the end of the night. One of my favorite moments of Turkish Royale’s set was when he brought out Samad Savage to perform their latest collaboration “No Chill”. Though it was clearly a last minute request, both artists were were still able to kill the track and keep it entertaining.

Links:

1. Instagram(s) - @turkishroyale & @samadsavage

2. Turkish Royale’s Music - https://soundcloud.com/turkishroyale

3. Samad Savage’s Music - https://soundcloud.com/samadsavage

Rightful Disciple’s set let the party know that not only is he a talented host but he was also an incredible artist. His complex rhyme schemes showed off his skill while he was still able to keep the audience engaged throughout the performance. With the level of skill of every artist who took the stage it was easy to see why audience engagement throughout the day was incredibly high from partygoers and fellow artists alike.

“I like how every time these artists perform all the other artists were there supporting as well showing respect to each artist,” said Natalie, 22.

Links:

1. Instagram - @rightfuldisciple

2. Music - https://soundcloud.com/rightfuldisciple

Jungle Bash ‘19 was one of the highlights of the summer. But don’t feel bad if you missed out on the event this year you can make up for it by attending Part Two next year.

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