The term “Inclusivity” is used ad nauseam across the Arts. Unfortunately, it has become a “Widget” in social activism campaigns that is more relevant to fund raising and public relations than anything of use to the world as a whole. — WHEN WE INCLUDE A DIVERSE RANGE OF PEOPLE IN OUR PROJECTS ORGANICALLY, THAT MAKES SENSE. ANYTHING ELSE IS “SOCIAL ENGINEERING,” NOT ART. REGARDLESS OF WHAT ANY WELL-KNOWN (BOMBASTIC & MORONIC) HISTORICAL POLITICAL FIGURE MIGHT HAVE SUGGESTED, NOT ALL ART IS POLITICAL, NOR IS IT ALL PROPAGANDA. ARTISTS ARE NOT OBLIGATED…

Under the false rubric of being “objective,” Corporate Media outlets frequently spread misleading information in much the same way that Surrealist painters distort reality. — What Michael Cohen said about his testimony and why it matters in the Trump fraud trial | CNN… An apparent backtrack by Donald Trump's ex-lawyer and fixer Michael Cohen threw the New York civil fraud trial into…edition.cnn.com

Comedy is the best defense against despotism that we have. — I am a 63-year-disabled military veteran in grad school in London, UK, working towards obtaining an M.A. in a discipline of Fine Art. As an artist, I’m completely ready to go to the wall with the Comics. For every dozen people that are outraged by “Offensive Humor,” there’s a person…

It’s the subtle personal experiences that became important to me because the Rats are always racing all around the world and I’m too f**king tired and disgusted to compete with them. — “Forfeit your sense of awe, let your conceit diminish your ability to revere, and the world becomes a market place for you.” — Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel I am a 63-year-old multidisciplinary, mixed ancestry artist who was born and raised in Southern California. I am a disabled veteran of the…

I can’t attest to the validity of this story, but it is an interesting theory, nonetheless. Take it with a huge grain of salt. — Hank Williams' Death Does Not Add Up - Smoky Mountain Source Hank Williams. The name symbolizes country music. More so, his name and life embodied the stereotypical country music…smokymountainsource.com I am a huge fan of the music of Hank Williams, Sr. Though I can’t stand modern Pop Country music, I love Classic Country, and Hank Williams, Sr. is one of the greatest artists from that genre. His music is soulful and moving. Hanks Williams, Sr. and Patsy Cline stand…

Just watch the video and marvel. — I’m not certain why the entire group of attendees at the 2000 NAMM show is not huddled around this performance, but that is EPIC. Three of the greatest bassists in history are doing an impromptu jam together. I would travel halfway around the world to see something like this…

Take a look and learn something important. — This is an excellent speech and, as an Artist, one that makes a set of arguments I can wholly endorse. To be honest, I don’t concern myself with whether or not my art offends anyone. My goal as an Artist is not to totally avoid creating offense. My goal…

The band was one of the most energetic and fun live bands ever. — Watch this video and realize that this band really never had the recognition that they have richly deserved. Enjoy. Thanks. Be well. Join Medium with my referral link - Jeffrey P. Colin/JP Colin Design As a Medium member, a portion of your membership fee goes to writers you read, and you get full access to every story…jpcolindesign.medium.com

SRV was undoubtedly one of the greatest guitarists in history. See which artists loved his playing. You might be surprised. — The 5 legendary guitarists who love Stevie Ray Vaughan Stevie Ray Vaughan was one of the most influential Blues guitarists in history that helped the music genre to be…rockandrollgarage.com I am a HUGE Stevie Ray Vaughan fan. I think he was one of the greatest guitarists ever from any genre of music. This article features a number of interesting and enjoyable quotes from some of the greatest guitarists ever. Thanks.