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2020-04-27
Amoeba Hollywood is Moving
The world famous Amoeba Music record store is forced to relocate to a different space on Hollywood Blvd with no reasonably foreseeable opportunity to re-open in their current location. This spot has acted as a huge tourist attraction to both music lovers and Los Angeles visitors. -
2020-04-05
Signs From Around: #4, Philadelphia, PA
"Signs From Around: #4, Philadelphia, PA" is part of a series exploring the signage surrounding COVID-19 from different parts of the world. Residents of this building can quarantine knowing their building is in good hands. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #SignsFromAroundSeries Creat -
2020-04-18
Signs From Around: #3, Carolina, Puerto Rico
"Signs From Around: #3, Carolina, Puerto Rico" is part of a series exploring the signage surrounding COVID-19 from different parts of the world The National Guard drives around spreading the word to stay in your home or QUEDATE EN TU CASA! #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #SignsFromAroundSeries -
2020-04-16
SIGNS FROM AROUND SERIES: #2, LONDON, ENGLAND
"Signs From Around: #2, London, England" is part of a series exploring the signage surrounding COVID-19 from different parts of the world. A reminder that not only is this pandemic real but we are all in this together. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #SignsFromAroundSeries -
2020-04-22
Spotify Announces In-App Artist Fundraising Feature
Artists can now raise money for themselves, their crew, or a charity directly through the Spotify app -
2020-04-23
Shea Stadium’s comeback delayed by Coronavirus, as J-Lo & A-Rod look to buy the Mets Read More: Shea Stadium’s comeback delayed by Coronavirus, as J-Lo & A-Rod look to buy the Mets
"Bushwick DIY venue Shea Stadium, which closed the doors of its 20 Meadow St location back in 2017, has been attempting to make a comeback since, and they were on the verge of making a major announcement about a new space this spring… when coronavirus struck. “An offer was accepted last month for a 10-year lease at a new location,” venue organizers write in a new update on their Kickstarter campaign. “This was in early March, and as we were about to go into contract NY declared a state of emergency, casting the foreseeable future into some serious doubt.” Read More: Shea Stadium’s comeback delayed by Coronavirus, as J-Lo & A-Rod look to buy the Mets" -
2020-04-24
NIVA Campaigns Congress to Give Independent Music Businesses A Lifeline
"The National Independent Venue Association has sent a letter, backed by over 800 venues and promoters, to Congress in an effort to push for federal aid." -
2020-04-26
Flowers in the Trash Cans
One month after the US declared a national emergency, the virus is still spreading rapidly. New York, as a severe area in the United States, has the most diagnosed numbers. Even so, the New Yorkers did not give up hope for a moment. New York florist Lewis Miller, reproduces his iconic street floral, FlowerFlash, on the empty streets of New York in the epidemic, paying tribute to the frontline New York medical staff with the vitality of flowers. Lewis Miller used all kinds of flowers to show the vigorous vitality, just like the hope that New Yorkers never extinguish. -
2020-04-26
Blooming season
This is a piece I saw at the beginning of the Spring. It is the season that the flowers are blooming. I believe it can seem like hope. The spring is coming, and the virus will soonly being under control. This is a restart. #VART3030 -
2020-04-25
Corona Virus Online Shopping Meme
This meme is based on the level of boredom everyone is experiencing during quarantine. It is a lighted hearted form of humor that emphasizes the useless purchases we are all making. -
2020-04-25
Corona Virus Grocery Meme
This picture is a perfect depiction of the unnecessarily extreme measures some Americans are taking during grocery shopping, i.e. covering up abundantly, stocking up on toilet paper, etc. This humor is more targeted at making fun of the ignorance of some people. -
2020-04-26
Corona Virus Quarantine Workout Meme
This meme explores the interesting dynamic quarantine creates between extreme productivity and extreme laziness. There has been a mental healthy struggle to not drown oneself in trying to be productive with all of the extra time everyone has. -
2020-04-26
Corona Virus North Korea Meme
This image comedically explores how in North Korea there was a man who tested positive for Corona Virus and the leader of North Korea Ordered him to be shot and he was killed. This is a more detached form of humor because the post is American, but we truly only know what North Korea wants us to know about them. -
2020-04-26
Corona Virus Summer Meme
This meme plays up the possibility of the COVID-19 pandemic lasting into the summer. It light-heartedly explores a way to still do a summer activity, like tanning. It highlights the human condition of still wanting to try regardless of circumstance. #VART3030 -
2020-04-24
Corona Office Show Meme
This meme connects to a very funny scene in the show 'The Office'. This meme is poking fun at the executive order that mandates groups of 5 people as the maximum number of people that can be together. Making a joke out of this order might illustrate the lack of severity Americans are viewing the pandemic with. #VART3030 -
2020-04-25
Corona Virus Clorox Meme
The meme is a can of Clorox as if it is drinkable soda. It is playing upon the recent conference President Trump had in which he said we could 'inject Clorox to prevent the virus'. This was so significant that Clorox came out with a statement addressing this, stating their product is not meant to be consumed or put in the human body at all. The type of humor present in this meme is very satirical. It brings to light the humorous and unfortunate reality of our ignorant President. -
2020-04-24
Corona Virus Gucci Belt Meme
This is a meme that dissects how the United States is handling the COVID-19 pandemic. This is one of those memes that is funny but hits really close to home because it makes the viewer realize a harsh reality. Of course, we have more resources and options than a third world country. However, the way our country is handling this situation is not optimal. -
2020-04-24
Corona Virus Lack of Taste Meme
This meme plays upon the double meaning of the word 'taste'. This type of meme that makes fun of people's preferences in terms of food/products has become very popular. It has been used in reference to drinks, clothes, technology, food, and more. It is a very light hearted form of humor, and distracts from the severity of the pandemic. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 -
2020-04-23
Texts from New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell: Severe weather, volunteering, homicides
When I realized I was going to be quarantined in New Orleans for the foreseeable future, I signed up for texts from the mayor. These three, sent within hours of one another, suggested an evocative sketch of the landscape that is New Orleans, encapsulating both the threats we face and the ways we respond to them. The first text was about the morning's severe weather (often a threat in New Orleans), which disrupted Covid testing. The next was about how we can help those facing the threat of food insecurity. The last compared the death rate from Covid to the city's homicide rate (which tells you as much about violence in the city as it does about the pandemic). I was talking on the phone last night with a friend who said she's heard a lot more gunfire in her Bronx neighborhood than usual. She said she worried about an increase in violence as the pandemic widens existing inequities in our country and people become more desperate. -
2020-04-21
Bandcamp To Once Again Waive Its Cut of Sales to Support Artists on May 1st
"Last month, Bandcamp waived their revenue share on all purchases for a 24-hour period, in a gesture of support to all the artists who've been impacted by the coronavirus lockdowns. The initiative was a huge success. Techcrunch.com reports it was the biggest day in the site's 11-year history: "artists raised $4.3 million in music and merchandise sales over the 24-hour period. That comes out to more than 15x Bandcamp’s normal numbers on a Friday — or, as the site puts, it 11 items per second over the course of the day. In all, some 800,000 items were sold, versus the standard 47,000." "We don’t yet know the long-term impact of Covid-19, but we know that we all need music — to uplift and inspire us, to heal us, and to give us hope," Bandcamp wrote on their website. "We’ll continue working to make Bandcamp the best place for fans and artists to come together and sustain each other in the challenging times ahead." Well, the online music company is doing just that on Friday, May 1st. More details will be shared next Monday, April 27th. Until then... start making your shopping lists. " -
2020-04-18
Soccer Mommy Club Penguin show Part 2
"At about 8 p.m. on Thursday, penguins started to crowd Club Penguin’s snow forts in anticipation. My evening began like any other on Club Penguin. One penguin demanded we all write the word “egg” in unison on our chat boxes (I complied), and another suggested we all visit the Iceberg and attempt to tip it over. But mostly, everyone wanted to know, “WHERE’S SOCCER MOMMY?” It wasn’t until the clock struck 8 o’clock that we realized we had to waddle to the “stadium” in the distance — the promotional material probably could have benefitted from this information. Once inside, I was treated to more of the same classic Club Penguin banter. There was talk of Carole Baskin of Netflix fame and of throwing snowballs — a virtual penguin’s only weapon — onto the stage. A modern milieu." -
2020-03-30
Amazon Worker Walkout
A headline of an article stating that Amazon workers are walking out over their treatment -
04/20/2020
One World Together At Home
Probably most of us saw the propaganda on our social media. The event was co-planned by Lady Gaga in conjunction with WHO and Global Citizen Global Citizens Organization. It aims to help unite and inspire medical personnel in this special period, and to increase support in combating the COVID-19 virus epidemic. There are several world-famous celebrities attend this concert, such as Tylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, Lizzo, and Celine Dion. Despite those, there are some artists from Asia also involve in this event. The concert will include celebrities’ speech, video recording, and performance. Besides that, every country will share their current situation to the world. Most celebrities use limited resources to do their performance. This is a really amazing moment in a year that everyone is connecting to each other, regardless of where you are. The concert was held remotely, and every celebrity does the performance at home. At this moment, everyone is doing their best to overcome the virus. Most of my friends look forward to this event that shares the moments they love during the concert. I saw some celebrities do the online streaming in their bedroom, with the messy bed as background. Everyone is facing the same situation and have the same goal to make the world back to normal. Together! Stay home! -
2020-03-13
Living Life under COVID-19
This is an artwork that seeks to capture the prevailing sense of confusion and distrust in the institutions responsible for handling a global health crisis. This is a satirical piece and has no affiliation to presented organization or group. -
2020-04-15
VINYL NATION
The documentary about the resurgence of vinyl records, the diversification of vinyl fans and what this all means for America was ready for its premiere this spring, but well, things have changed. So the filmmakers changed their plans! You can catch VINYL NATION from the comfort of your own home the weekend of April 18 and 19---the original Record Store Day weekend!-- and help out your local record store! -
2020-03-20
Signs From Around Series: #1, Harlem, NY
"Signs From Around: #1, Harlem, NY" is part of a series exploring the signage surrounding COVID-19 from different parts of the world. A neighbor makes it very clear that visitors are not to enter their apartment and in two languages just in case! -
2020-03-30
Whole Foods Employees
This series documents the treatment of vital workers -
04/15/2020
Primavera Sound shares full-set videos of Refused, Pixies, Wilco, Bon Iver, EITS & more
Primavera Sound has been releasing archived, pro-shot live footage to their YouTube channel during these trying times. And in this case, it’s full-set videos! -
2020-04-02
Taking Back the Power through 3D Modelling
This was a project I made while dealing with the stress of the coronavirus affecting my family and friends in Queens. I drew up, 3D modeled, and rendered a model of the coronavirus with spherical polygons shaped using python and math. The model was made with repeating spheres distorted by different variables. Using these variables, I can also duplicate the computerized version of the virus indefinitely. Living just a walk away from the current epicenter of COVID-19, Elmhurst, Queens, every day of life now is profoundly shaped by this disease, with family members currently hospitalized and suffering from this pandemic. This piece is me taking the power back by making the virus, manipulating it, and containing it within my own virtual creation. -
2020-04-14
How to Collaborate on Music—Remotely
With its “Social Distancing Project,” Brooklyn/ New Jersey rock band Long Neck is fighting to keep us connected during the coronavirus pandemic. -
2020-04-13
Staying at home: Big Change
Every day when I open my eyes, the first thing I do is open my phone and check my social media. Weibo, a major tool for most Chinese to get the news, shares the tendency of the virus in the first place. As a study abroad student, I got messages from my friends every day to check if I’m okay. I got the message from one of my best friends yesterday to ask if I need some supplies that he can deliver. My parents made a phone call every day to check my status. Every time I got the phone call, I would hear similar words from my parents. For example, stay at home and wash hands frequently. I strictly follow their instruction. I noticed until the day I wrote this journal, the number of people affected in America has reached 570,000. The number may be the reason why everyone is asking me. The number has increased every day, and I saw a big change in the place I live in. The building I lived in announced that all the delivery no longer can send to the apartment. All the delivery will leave at the front desk. Then, a new announcement came out in the following two days, that there will be someone to send to the doors. In other words, in order to protect everyone, the residences no longer need to go down and pick up their delivery; Instead, a team member will deliver them to the door and wearing masks and gloves. Besides, the elevators only can take four people in time to keep the social distancing. I think all the policies are really responsible and careful to all the residents. I went to the supermarket this week, as the first time I went out after staying at home for three weeks. I went to H Mart, a Korean supermarket near the place I lived. I was surprised that it also did a really good job of preventing the virus. The market controlled the number entered and lined up all the customers outside. The security will ask all the customers to keep the distance from each other. When I entered the market, and employees gave me a pair of gloves. There is still sufficient food in there. At the checkout, there is a transparency board that isolated the cashiers and customers. This is what I experience this week and share those in my journal. I hope everyone stays healthy! -
04/13/2020
BABYtv - Baby's All Right venue
A streaming platform that recreates the social function of the space Baby's All Right. Shows are on a sliding scale of $5+ and the money goes to the artists, Baby's All Right Staff, and Make The Road NY -
2020-04-12
Easter Last Supper COVID Meme
The COVID-19 Pandemic has lasted through Easter now and of course the Last Supper reference makes sense. With the increased use of Zoom by schools, businesses, and families the post imagines the Last Supper happening over Zoom. -
2020-04-11
Vitamin Gummy Memes
This meme focuses on the lack of stability felt by people everywhere. There is also a large part of internet culture that argues the amasingness of gummy vitamins over pills/chew able tablets. I am not sure where the man holding the watermelon came from. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 -
2020-03-17
Twitter Roaring 20's Meme
It is a tweet making fun of the fondness of the roaring 20's even though they are disastrous like they are now. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 -
2020-04-10
Toilet Paper Wig Meme
This depiction is representative of the unnecessary need to hoard toilet paper. -
2020-04-09
KEXP Upcoming Virtual Concert Schedule
With music festivals being canceled and venues closed during the coronavirus outbreak, fans are yearning for some live music while they self-quarantine. Thankfully, many artists are turning to the internet to continue to reach their fans. KEXP is collecting a calendar of upcoming live streaming video concerts. We encourage viewers to utilize any digital tip jars or links to purchase music and merchandise, as many of these performers are losing income by not being able to tour. Please note: times and dates are subject to change. -
2020-04-06
Rainbow Series #14
#friendswhogive was started to teach my children that GIVING to others can be just as rewarding as receiving, especially at the Holiday time."- Denise Heckelman, Founder #friendswhogive organized a "rainbow hunt" for kids. Families can post drawings of rainbows in their window and as children walk and bike ride around they can count how many rainbows they pass along the way. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #RainbowSeries -
2020-04-06
Rainbow Series #13
#friendswhogive was started to teach my children that GIVING to others can be just as rewarding as receiving, especially at the Holiday time."- Denise Heckelman, Founder #friendswhogive organized a "rainbow hunt" for kids. Families can post drawings of rainbows in their window and as children walk and bike ride around they can count how many rainbows they pass along the way. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #RainbowSeries -
2020-04-06
Rainbow Series #12
#friendswhogive was started to teach my children that GIVING to others can be just as rewarding as receiving, especially at the Holiday time."- Denise Heckelman, Founder #friendswhogive organized a "rainbow hunt" for kids. Families can post drawings of rainbows in their window and as children walk and bike ride around they can count how many rainbows they pass along the way. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #RainbowSeries -
2020-04-06
Rainbow Series #11
#friendswhogive was started to teach my children that GIVING to others can be just as rewarding as receiving, especially at the Holiday time."- Denise Heckelman, Founder #friendswhogive organized a "rainbow hunt" for kids. Families can post drawings of rainbows in their window and as children walk and bike ride around they can count how many rainbows they pass along the way. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #RainbowSeries -
2020-04-06
Rainbow Series #10
#friendswhogive was started to teach my children that GIVING to others can be just as rewarding as receiving, especially at the Holiday time."- Denise Heckelman, Founder #friendswhogive organized a "rainbow hunt" for kids. Families can post drawings of rainbows in their window and as children walk and bike ride around they can count how many rainbows they pass along the way. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #RainbowSeries -
04/06/2020
Rainbow Series #9
#friendswhogive was started to teach my children that GIVING to others can be just as rewarding as receiving, especially at the Holiday time."- Denise Heckelman, Founder #friendswhogive organized a "rainbow hunt" for kids. Families can post drawings of rainbows in their window and as children walk and bike ride around they can count how many rainbows they pass along the way. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #RainbowSeries -
2020-04-06
Rainbow Series #8
#friendswhogive was started to teach my children that GIVING to others can be just as rewarding as receiving, especially at the Holiday time."- Denise Heckelman, Founder #friendswhogive organized a "rainbow hunt" for kids. Families can post drawings of rainbows in their window and as children walk and bike ride around they can count how many rainbows they pass along the way. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #RainbowSeries -
2020-04-06
Rainbow Series #7
#friendswhogive was started to teach my children that GIVING to others can be just as rewarding as receiving, especially at the Holiday time."- Denise Heckelman, Founder #friendswhogive organized a "rainbow hunt" for kids. Families can post drawings of rainbows in their window and as children walk and bike ride around they can count how many rainbows they pass along the way. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #RainbowSeries -
2020-04-06
Rainbow Series #6
#friendswhogive was started to teach my children that GIVING to others can be just as rewarding as receiving, especially at the Holiday time."- Denise Heckelman, Founder #friendswhogive organized a "rainbow hunt" for kids. Families can post drawings of rainbows in their window and as children walk and bike ride around they can count how many rainbows they pass along the way. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #RainbowSeries -
2020-03-22
Distance at the park
People are still out taking walks in the park. Everyone stays at a distance from strangers but not from the people who they presumably live with, so there's a strange mixture of distance and closeness. -
2020-03-21
Farmers Market
I never thought about how everyone normally touches the food at the farmers market, until they put up these signs preventing it. This will make us think differently, I think, about many of our normal routines if and when we do go back to normal. -
2020-04-03
Empty Sports Field #2
There is less of a sense of community spirit, and it's not that people care less about their community, but it's less visible because we cannot gather for things like organized sports. -
2020-04-03
Empty Sports Field #1
There are five baseball diamonds in one large field, and sometimes there would be multiple games going on at once, under ordinary circumstances.