The Meaning Of Conscription

I've been contemplating doing a post describing my thoughts on Bermuda's mandatory military draft for a few months. When I was 18 my mother found my name on the long ominous list of new recruits that's published in one of Bermuda's news papers. I was not a happy camper. I was playing basketball for Bermuda College and training in martial arts multiple days a week at that point and I knew that devoting my time to the regiment would mean giving up at least one of my interests. I did 2 weeks of basic training that resulted in more frustration than personal growth so my view of the draft is one of skepticism. Soon after basic training I was deferred so that I could pursue my education and haven't looked back since. I now live in Canada but I still owe the Bermuda Government my 3 years of service and have to send a letter to the Bermuda Regiment every year that includes proof that I no longer reside on the island. While doing my daily rounds on Facebook last week I came across this great post by one of my high school mates, Eugene Johnston. He described the issues surrounding this controversial issue far more eloquently then I ever could so I had to use this as Be Glitterati's first guest post. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this topic (Supportive or not). Read more after the Jump.

Donnis - Fashionably Late Mixtape

It seems like my iPod is loaded with music from the South and the Mid West these days. Highlights for me on this mixtape are the Colin Munroe assisted, "Lightning", "Yup" produced my Needlz and "Darkside" produced by Count Justice. Enjoy. Check the track list below.
Download | Donnis - Fashionably Late Mixtape

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Duane Featured in NSCAD Alumni Gallery

Hey guys. I'm excited to announce that some of my work is being featured in the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design's online alumni gallery. You can view it here.

Kia Soul x Adult Swim= 8 Tracks 8 Weeks

Kia Soul and Adult Swim present 8 Tracks 8 Straight Weeks where the release 8 free songs (1 per week) for 8 weeks. The interesting thing about this project is that all of the artists and producers featured are people that contribute to Adult Swim. Some of the highlights for me include a new Madvillain track and a song with Mike Bigga (Killer Mike) produced by Flying Lotus. Beyond those obvious attention getters I discovered the first non-rap group in a while to really catch my ear. They're called, "Washed Out" and the song they have on the compilation is called, "You And I" featuring Caroline Polachek. I've had it on repeat ever since and will definitely look out for more from these kids. Download 8 Tracks 8 Straight Weeks Here.

Nappy Roots - P.O.N. Video

P.O.N. was one of my favorite songs on the SMKA produced The 808 Experiment 2 and is also featured on The Nappy Root's latest project 'The Pursuit of Nappyness' that dropped yesterday. Check out the album and check out the 808 Experiment 2. It's loaded with heaters from a range of dope artists including, Aleon Craft, Joe Scudda, Tanya Morgan, Kyle Lucas, Pill, Yela Wolf and a whole lot more.

The Madbury Club

The Madbury Club is finally here. For those of you who follow Phillip Annand and his blog Award Tour you've probably been waiting with baited breath. For those of you who don't follow Phil here's the low down. (Well my interpretation of it anyway). The Madbury Club is a place for forward thinking individuals with eclectic tastes to gather information and inspiration on anything from fashion to fishing.  I personally see a strong hip hop sensibility in their approach but as a rule they are a group that are influenced by everything, and represent the eclectic tastes of the MP3 generation. The site has a few design and technical issues but as a designer I'm not mad at it. I think the aesthetic overall is beautiful. Having a lot of their photography shot by the super talented Tone can't hurt either though. Good luck to Phil and the crew. Check out the Madbury Club Here.

Prof-ac and Blac Get Some Love

Props to Blac and Prof-ac for being the first Bermudian artists featured on World Star Hip Hop for their video Stalker. I've been a fan of Prof-ac's music for a long time and I'm happy to see him get some well deserved shine.

Dialogue Lounge

Last night I attended a discussion series hosted by Ujamma at The Hub focused on crime and accountability within the African Nova Scotian community. I met some very inteligent and passionate people and came away from it feeling energized. At this point I don't want to get into too much of what was said, but the overall message that I took away from it is that a lot of the issues affecting society as a whole are affecting the African Nova Scotian community at a higher rate and if this problem will be addressed we can't wait for the government or anyone else to do it. We've got to take these issues on ourselves.

African Canadian Student Success Resource Guide

Cover and spread from a directory Glitterati designed for the Nova Scotia Community College. The purpose of this publication is to help African Nova Scotian students locate various education and employment related resources.

Will B for Show Off

Check out my article about Will B for Show Off Magazine.

Glitterati Featured on Napkin Lifestyle

The good folks at Napkin Lifestyle have decided to feature my work on their home page gallery. This is part of an on going series promoting people who's work they admire. Check back every month to see who else they'll be featuring. Also; Be on the look out for a collaboration I have with them called 10of15. I've always liked Beau's work and been looking for an excuse to work with him for a minute. It's gonna be dope.

Swagger Wagon

This pretty much sums up my life right now.
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