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Viaduct Exhibition

Contact: Jamie Moffett
Ph: 215.840.8552
Email: solutions@jamiemoffett.com
(Philadelphia, PA) April 22nd, 2011 Jamie Moffett Media Design’s will showcase photography of the Reading Viaduct by filmmaker Jamie Moffett at PhilaMoca on April 29th-30th between 7PM and 11PM and May 1st between 12PM and 5PM in the Contemporary Mausoleum of Contemporary Art. The gallery show will also include artwork from graphic designer Hanan Abdulrahman, photography by Carl Sexton and music by Multiplybynine. The art exhibit will raise awareness of the future Reading Viaduct park and promote the film “Building a Park in the Sky,”, which will begin production at a later date.
Where the Reading Railroad once ran lies an abandoned train track waiting to be renewed and revamped for Philadelphian residents. Building a Park in the Sky will highlight how Philadelphia could build a park overlooking the city on top of those abandoned tracks. The film intends to follow a forgotten path to potential renewal and will offer resolution for a city’s betterment as citizens fight to make Philadelphia a greener place. The exhibit at PhilaMoca will highlight the beauty of the tracks and allow a mingling of individuals interested in being a part of the movement towards a greener Philadelphia.
"Philadelphia's Reading Viaduct is a park whose time has come - New York has the Highline, Paris has the Promenade Plantee...we can build a park in the sky distinctly shaped by Philadelphia's move towards a green, sustainable city. PHS proudly supports Jamie Moffett, Viaduct Greene and the many other advocates working towards this important endeavor." Drew Becher, President - Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
“There is no question in my mind that Philadelphia's Reading Viaduct Project will lead to the revitalization of the surrounding neighborhood."- John Randolph of the Schuylkill River Trail
Come be a part of this art gallery exhibit that will be another step towards Philadelphia's greener and picturesque future.
For interview, contact:
press@jamiemoffett.com or 215.839.8013
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Facebook Invite: [Link]
Hanan Abdulrahman prints: [Link] [Link] [Link]
Promo video: [Link]
Photos on Flickr:[Link]
Donate: http://donate.buildingaparkinthesky.org

More Chip Music!!!

Philly Tech Week Chip Music Showcase at PhilaMOCA April 28 Philly Tech Week, a celebration of technology and innovation in the city that aims to influence collaboration across various influences, is moving on in full effect. And PhilaMOCA has the honor of hosting a multisensory explosion tonight when it plays host to the festivals official chiptune showcase. The show wouldn’t be complete without tripped out symphonic masterminds of merging chiptune with rock, Cheap Dinosaurs. The Game Boy will be cranked to 11 when mathematical madman An0va brings his lo-fi electronic chaos. Ever since leaving jam fusion group MJ Project, Paul Weinstein has been entertaining the masses under the name Chipocrite. And before he takes the TooManyGames Expo and Lebowski Fest Philadelphia by storm, he’ll be ready to blow you away with his epic compositions. The event will also feature live visuals from VBLANK. PhilaMOCA, 531 N. 12th St., 7:30pm, $5 w/RSVP ($8 w/o), All Ages (Flier by Animal Style) - Bill McThrill

HAANG OUT

Do this, or you will surely have regrets for the rest of your life...and that could lead to an ulcer which would clearly not be good for you.  4 out of 5 doctors agree.

PIFA Gallery Night 4/15

From the Philadelphia City Paper

Gallery night Fri., April 15, 5-9 p.m., free, exhibit through April 27, Philadelphia Mausoleum of Contemporary Art, 351 N. 12th St.

By Eric Schuman

[ documentary/ visual art/rock ]

Ever since the warped and brightly colored placards of the psychedelic era, concert posters have been yet another place for art and music to collide. "Sonic Textures," PhilaMOCA's exploration of the (literal) pageantry of concert promotion, runs throughout the month of April, but this gallery night adds a special layer of musical appreciation to the mix: a screening of selections from Billy Martin's (Medeski, Martin & Wood) performance documentary, Life on Drums. For musicians and newcomers alike, Martin's film features a visit from his very first percussion teacher, explorations of the possibilities contained within each kit, and showcases of Martin's compositions and improvisations. The fusion of art and music in both presentations brings continuity to this night of cultural re-examination. The oft-overlooked artistry of concert posters and the usual background positioning of the drummer suggests that both subjects were overdue for some spotlight. Live performances from Ghost/Light and Girls Rock Philly will complete the multisensory experience.

Gallery night Fri., April 15, 5-9 p.m., free, exhibit through April 27, Philadelphia Mausoleum of Contemporary Art, 351 N. 12th St., 267-519-9651, philamoca.org.

Morning MUSUKO rocks PhilaMOCA

Morning MUSUKO is an exciting collaboration between some of the most talented Japanese and non-Japanese musicians around, and the worlds only J-Pop Big Band.  We were happy to have hosted this fantastic show at the Mausoleum.  Check out the footage we got!

Roommate

I love this band.  Just watch this video, recorded live at the Mausoleum earlier this month....and you'll understand.

Morning Musuko

Out of The Beardspace takes the stage @ Opening for Sonic Textures

     Opening night for Sonic Textures, Out of The Beardspace on stage                                 Photo by Andrew Kelly

Here is a nice little article from the Philly Broadcaster, covering our opening reception

http://www.phillybroadcaster.com/sonic-textures-the-fine-art-of-poster-artists/

Sonic Textures opens NOW!

Shirt

Never in the history of the earth has there been more of a reason to know the exact meaning behind this shirt.  It all makes perfect sense...as 1 out of 4 doctors agree.  Or, is it the other way around?  I don't know, but what I do know is that anyone who is anyone or even a nobody, looks super sexy when they sport one of these bad boyz.  If you want to look as cool as Dave, and be adored by all your peers...now's your chance.  The opportunity to touch, feel, wear and love one of these fabulous fashion statements is at your finger tips.  These are quality American Apparel 100% cotton, bitches...printed locally, with a fancy tombstone design by our very own Paul Palcko.  click here and you'll be the coolest.

He Left Winter Behind

For just $35, you can make winter go away and have your very own limited edition signed print of Mark Brabant's,  He Left Winter Behind.  Just click the "add to cart" button at the bottom of this post for easy paypal checkout, and we'll ship it right to your doorstep.  You don't even have to go outside! Who could ask for more.  Or, do you not want winter to go away?  Thanks, and keep your socks on for now.  -Gavin

He Left Winter Behind 18"x20"

$35

Singularity

This week, a computer named Watson competed against two of Jeopardy’s all time greatest champions.  Watson crushed the competition, but the few answers that Watson guessed incorrectly, would have been an embarrassment if uttered by any human with enough intelligence to even watch TV.  By the year 2023, it is predicted that artificial intelligence will surpass human brainpower, and by 2045 will come close to surpassing the brainpower of all human minds combined.  There are currently more than 2000 robots fighting wars in the Middle East along side human troops.  Hummm, kind of sounds like um…some Arnold Schwarzenegger movie, right?  Singularity is the moment when technological change becomes so rapid and profound, it represents a rupture in the fabric of human history.  Singulartarians are a growing group of people who believe that “Within 30 years, we will have the means to create superhuman intelligence.  Shortly after, the human era will be ended”.  I agree with the basic notion that "introducing a superior life form into your own biosphere is a basic Darwinian error".  Honestly, I also believe that 1’s and 0’s will never be able to seriously replicate what biology is capable of.  All computers really do and will ever be capable of, are to construct and execute calculations based on a limited yet immense amount of known information.  They use data in order to make predictions, and solve complex equations.  The robot or vessel of artificial intelligence acts upon those computed results in much the same way a human would act given the same information.  Since robots will eventually be able to compute at currently unimaginable speeds and be able to pull information from a vast quantity of resources, it only makes sense that they will eventually be able to think better or more logically than real people. Humans often have no rational reason for acting the way they do, and their actions are often based solely on instinct and emotion.  This is where true creativity and imagination come from….it’s not based on any formula, and to replicate it is simplistic and boring.  An attempt to duplicate this human behavior in a robot will only lead to faster and smarter versions of Watson, the Jeopardy robot genius.  They’ll win all the money in the end, but when they fuck up…..it will be big time.  People have an innate compassion and love that goes way beyond anything the digital world could ever replicate.  It’s what led the Beatles to sing something different and write music that changed history.  It’s what makes me fall when I’m supposed to jump.  It’s how the Harlem Globe trotters beat the robots in that one episode of Gilligan’s Island (if you know what I’m talking about, then KUDOS to you).  Lets just get the robots to mop the floor and make our coffee.  Really, I love technology as much as the next guy, but who's going to step up to the plate and be our John Conner?  Take time to turn off your phone, go outside, walk in the forest, play in the waves, grow a garden, doodle in your journal, and disconnect yourself from that mess of microchips for a bit.  Okay, it has been written, we can all live happy lives now.  Don't listen to me....I'm not you. Be Human, be you.

 Any quotes or facts in this blog have been taken from Time's February 21, 2011 issue...article 2004, The Year Man Becomes Immortal, by Lev Grossman.  Please go read it if you get a chance
  
-Gavin

MONOTONIX

Every now and then, something special happens in Philadelphia.  Those who were there know exactly how special this moment in history was....Epic is an understatement. The power trio Monotonix out of Tel Aviv Israel, has been surfing crowds, riding drums, and engulfing themselves deep in the moment, music and audience for over 6 years. Their days touring the USA came to a climatic finish with the smashing of all their equipment in front of a frenzied crowd at the OX in Philadelphia on a Monday night. Pure joy...see for yourself. Also check out Andrew Kelly's photography blog for more story and amazing photos from this show.




 

In The Year 1999

Sometimes...... a snippet of magic occurs when two great minds collide here at the Mausoleum.  Greatness is achieved, and peace will fumble it's way to Egypt.

Mausoleum reception for "Comb The Field"

Tachyphylaxis presents a short video production from the opening reception of "Comb The Field" at the Philadelphia Mausoleum of Contemporary Art. January 21st 2011

The Field has been combed

Git on down here to the Mausoleum and see these great works of art in person. Then maybe buy a print, take it home, coddle it, and admire it every day from the privacy of your own home.

 

Comb The Field

The Philadelphia Mausoleum of Contemporary Art, proudly presents
COMB THE FIELD 

Join us this Friday Jan, 21st from 6:30-11:00 for a super fantastic opening reception...!!!

Art from 
Punchgut, Justin Santora, Mark Brabant, and Crystal Benoit

Music from West Philadelphia's "On The Water"

http://www.punchgutstudio.com/
http://justinsantora.blogspot.com/
http://hoveringobject.com/
http://www.myspace.com/fletchervanvliet

www.philamoca.org

This is for you people, and me too, but mostly for everyone and myself.... if you know what I'm saying. Just come and I'll stop talking. No I won't, yes I will

Strange Music 4 Strange Times

It's highly recommended that you check this out.  I'm not just saying that to get you here....I actually think that it will be good for your soul, and I love you people of Philadelphia, and I care about our city.  We're all in this together, and we need to show more compassion and respect for each other.  Music helps to heal, and it brings people together, it's universal and transcends prejudice.  Winter can be a dark time.....light and warmth provide us with the nourishment and energy we need to progress and grow.  During this time of the year after all the holidays are behind us, music, (live music in particular)  can help to replace some of that warm energy that we need and miss so much.

-Gavin