Nil's Lofgren's "Ain't The Truth Enough"

Put on your headphones and listen now -

Nils Lofgren's blistering new song "The Truth Enough” was written in the wake of the January 6th insurrection and “reckons with the ways that misinformation and demagoguery can tear families apart and silo us in our own realities."

Rachel Brodsky on Stereogum writes that about “Ain’t The Truth Enough,” Lofgren said:

One early desert morning, strong coffee in hand, I tuned my Martin D-35 acoustic gifted to me by the great James Caan (bless you Jimmy) to an open G and said ‘write’! Soon the title and main riff were coming through me… “ain’t the truth enough!” Lucky me! I felt I had to go deep and with the global war on women, and man’s deadly epidemic of lies and spin for money and power, I imagined a fierce, loving mother and wife dealing with a husband recently home from the insurrection. (Cindy Mizelle added the woman’s voice with great soul and power here) I felt inspired and a day later this special song was done. Not mean spirited, all truth, harsh reality.

1st single “Ain’t The Truth Enough” out today from upcoming album “Mountains” Honored to be joined by ⁦@ringostarrmusic⁩ drums, Kevin McCormick bass, ⁦@cindymizelle9⁩ vocals. Rest is me. Produced by Nils n Amy ⁦@azsweetheart013⁩ enjoy!https://t.co/76QJicng9n pic.twitter.com/BEXssWQMds

— Nils Lofgren (@nilslofgren) May 3, 2023

@nilslofgren Gets A Lift From Ringo Starr, Neil Young, David Crosby On New Solo LP
‘Mountains’ will be released on July 21, with first single ‘Ain’t the Truth Enough’ out nowhttps://t.co/6x2l38TdtS

— Gregg Chadwick 🇺🇦 (@greggchadwick) May 4, 2023

RIP Gordon Lightfoot - Canadian Railroad Trilogy

Listen to Gordon Lightfoot's “Canadian Railroad Trilogy” and pour one out for a true original who is out riding that big Mystery Train.

Gregg Chadwick's "A Walk With Obama" Featured in Saatchi Art's Gouache Paintings Collection

 

Excited that my gouache on paper painting "A Walk With Obama" has been included in the new Gouache Paintings Collection on Saatchi Art.

Barack and Michelle Obama were recently seen dancing with Bruce Springsteen at his concert in Barcelona. Michelle was onstage with Bruce, The E Street Band, Patti Scialfa, and Kathleen Sue Spielberg (Kate Capshaw) during the song Glory Days. Barack was offstage hanging out with Steven Spielberg.

Megan Wright, Senior Curator at Saatchi Art put the collection together and writes:

"When artists seek the richness of opaque color but the fluidity of water-based paint, they turn to gouache. Discover the unique charm of the medium in this expertly-curated collection."

This artwork and a group of my recent works on paper will be featured in my next open studio on May 13th from 5-9 PM.

Link to the gouache collection at https://www.saatchiart.com/.../Gouach.../1012074/726501/view

Link to "A Walk With Obama" at https://www.saatchiart.com/.../Paintin.../25560/9700617/view

Reserve your Free Spot at my Open Studio on May 13th here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-at-the-airport-spring-open-house-tickets-607740065897

#art #SantaMonica #SantaMonicaArt #contemporaryart #worksonpaper

Bruce Springsteen on his landmark album "Nebraska" - CBS Sunday Morning

From CBS Sunday Morning:

"In-between his chart-topping album "The River" and his classic "Born in the U.S.A.," Bruce Springsteen recorded a collection of songs on a 4-track cassette recorder in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse - dark, mournful, and rough-hewn songs that reflected the upheaval in his life at a time of rising success. The resulting album, 1982's "Nebraska," would be one of his most personal, and helped solidify his status as one of music's most soulful voices. Springsteen talks with correspondent Jim Axelrod about how "Nebraska" spoke to his evolution as a songwriter. Axelrod also talks with Warren Zanes, author of the new book, "Deliver Me from Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen's 'Nebraska'."

CBS Sunday Morning" features stories on the arts, music, nature, entertainment, sports, history, science and Americana, and highlights unique human accomplishments and achievements. 

Order Warren Zanes book here:  "Deliver Me from Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen's 'Nebraska'."

Bruce Springsteen - Human Touch - Barcelona - 2023-04-28

Tour debut of Human Touch last night in Barcelona.

@springsteen

#estreetband #SpringsteenBarcelona #Springsteen Video credit: Y-G Bruce

Happy Earth Day 2023!

 

Gregg Chadwick
The Greatest Of Wanderers
54"x54" oil on linen 2021

Happy Earth Day!

Earth Day is held each April 22nd to demonstrate support for environmental protection. I remember the first Earth Day that was held when I was an elementary school student. That day - April 22, 1970 - resonated deeply with me and I continue to support environmental actions across the globe. Today, Earth Day now includes a wide range of events in more than 193 countries. The official theme for 2023 is Invest In Our Planet.

I was honored that last week Omni Presenti featured my painting "The Greatest of Wanderers". Dale wrote that "This is truly one of my favorite pieces on our website as I have a personal love for elephants. L.A. artist Gregg Chadwick is a master at layering and mixing color as seen in this large 54×54 oil painting, creating a beautiful and ethereal background for this majestic animal." 

#endangeredspecies and #nature paintings in the #fragileearth series in our #onlinegallery #animalart #elephantlove #elephantart #environmentalist #savetheplanet 

#protectwildlife #HappyEarthDay #EarthDay

Redwoods Shouldn't Be So Tall. Here's Why They Are

From PBS Terra:

"Beyond its iconic height, the Redwood Forest is sacred to the Yurok Tribe and a scientific frontier for the study of vast biodiversity that exists nowhere else on Earth. This episode of Untold Earth explores the varied relationship between The Redwoods, their forest ecosystems, and the humans who live and work among them. Asking, at every turn, what makes these trees epically singular in nature?

Untold Earth explores the seeming impossibilities behind our planet’s strangest, most unique natural wonders. From fragile, untouched ecosystems to familiar but unexplained occurrences in our own backyard, this series chases insight into natural phenomena through the voices that know them best. 

Untold Earth is produced in partnership with Atlas Obscura and Nature."

Subscribe to PBS Terra so you never miss an episode! https://bit.ly/3mOfd77 And keep up with Untold Earth and PBS Terra on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PBSDigitalSt... Twitter: https://twitter.com/pbsds Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pbsds

All the Rectangles in Grand Central Station

From Atlas Obscura:

"At least 750,000 people visit New York's Grand Central Station each day. It's hard to see past the buzz of tourists snapping photos and commuters moving quickly between trains. But if you linger for just a moment, you might see the iconic landmark from a different perspective. If you'd like to go beyond the landmarks on your next visit to New York City, check out all the 310 hidden wonders our community has found: https://www.atlasobscura.com/things-t... Or see more of what the world has to offer by browsing our database of over 14,000 unique sights to visit around the world: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places"

Gregg Chadwick
Mercury Above Grand Central
30"x22"gouache on paper 2020
Brandon Mauldin Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Sold March 2023

From a Passerby

Spotted one of my favorite local artists @greggchadwick displayed At LA Union Station pic.twitter.com/aZMV7gVSau

— Theo Marshall (@ImTheoMarshall) April 14, 2023

Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman – Haruki Murakami – Official U.S. Trailer

From Kino studio:

"A lost cat, a giant talkative frog and a tsunami help a bank employee without ambition, his frustrated wife and a schizophrenic accountant to save Tokyo from an earthquake and find a meaning to their lives in the animated feature Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman. Based on stories by acclaimed Japanese author Haruki Murakami (Drive My Car), the debut of composer Pierre Földes won the Jury Special Mention award at the renowned Annency Animation Film Festival.

Tokyo, a few days after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami. Kyoko suddenly leaves her husband after spending five days in a row glued to unfolding earthquake footage on TV. Her helpless husband Komura takes a week’s leave from work and heads north to deliver a box and its unknown contents to two young women. His colleague Katagiri, a simple debt collector by profession and an awkward loner in life, returns home one evening to find a two-metre-tall frog asking for his help to save Tokyo from an imminent earthquake. Through memories, dreams and fantasies, Kyoko, Komura and Katagiri, influenced by their visions of earthquakes—which are manifested as evil willow trees, giant earthworms, secret vows, mysterious boxes and a dark, endless corridor—attempt to rediscover their true selves."

Gov. Newsom and Jen Psaki talk gun reform, abortion rights, and presidential politics

The Edge | Broken Record (Hosted by Rick Rubin)

From Broken Record: 

Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond

29,125 views • Mar 28, 2023 • Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond

U2’s The Edge is one of only a handful of guitarists who's as recognizable as his band’s wildly successful frontman. U2 has been playing together since 1976, when they were all teenagers in Dublin. Nearing their 50-year anniversary as a band, U2 just released their latest album, Songs of Surrender—a 40-track collection of reimagined and stripped down songs that span the entirety of their catalog. On today’s episode Rick Rubin talks to The Edge about his theory behind the band’s longevity. The Edge also shares stories about writing U2 classics like “New Year’s Day” and “Where The Streets Have No Name.” And he explains why Bono singing at the top of his range can be a bit much. Subscribe 🎧 https://bit.ly/3EamIjM #podcast #rickrubin #music #u2 #theedge #musicpodcast ABOUT BROKEN RECORD For generations of music lovers, the liner notes on albums were a central part of the way music was heard. You bought an album and it came with an accompanying narrative: a digression, an aside, a backstory—maybe even an invented history. We intuitively understood that great music required not just listening but conversation between the artist and the audience and the audience and the rest of the world. Broken Record is a podcast that restarts those conversations—in a world without liner notes—for a new audience of music lovers. Broken Record is hosted by Justin Richmond with interviews by producer Rick Rubin, writer Malcolm Gladwell, and former New York Times editor Bruce Headlam. STAY CONNECTED Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrokenre... Twitter: https://twitter.com/brokenrecord Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebrokenrec... Website: https://www.pushkin.fm/show/broken-re...

Trina: Tiny Desk Concert

From NPR: "As a rapper, Trina has been pushing P since before her successors were even sitting up in Pampers and her wild ride of a Tiny Desk concert, 25 years after making her rap debut, only further proves why she is the blueprint.

Decked out in leather, diamonds and a wavy jet-black bussdown, the vet got comfortable behind the Desk quickly, ready to give fans the best of her sprawling discography. Trina temporarily fought back tears as she recited "Mama," a dedication to her late mother who died of cancer in 2019. The crew made the breakup anthem "Here We Go" feel even more aching. The energy in the space made a seismic shift when the band took on the bass-bumpin' classic "Da Baddest Bitch," infusing the live arrangement with nimble guitar, charismatic drums and background vocalists so entertaining, their delivery felt like epic narration from the chorus of an ancient Greek play or, just as epically, a group homegirls hyping up their friend at the function. In the middle of it all was the 305 Queen herself, killing her verses with breath control, authority and bougie hair flips.

"I believe in who I am. The game didn't make me; I made the game. I made it," the Diamond Princess declared in her Louder Than A Riot interview before recording this Tiny Desk concert. "I already came in with a motive and an initiative to know who I am from. That's why I breed a whole universe of bad bitches." To hear Trina's full interview, subscribe to NPR Music's Louder Than A Riot podcast."

SET LIST

"Mama"

"Da Baddest Bitch"

"Single Again"

"Here We Go" 

"Nann N****"

MUSICIANS

Trina: vocals

Bigg D: guitar

Alton Coley: bass

Jon Anderson: drums

Cory Irvin: keys

Asher Makeba Williams: vocals

Nia McClain: vocals

Shannon McClain: vocals

Corey "C.O." Evans: vocals

TINY DESK TEAM

Producers: Bobby Carter, Sidney Madden

Director: Maia Stern

Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin 

Editor: Joshua Bryant

Creative Director: Bob Boilen 

Videographers: Maia Stern, Joshua Bryant, Kara Frame, Sofia Seidel

Audio Assistant: Neil Tevault 

Production Assistants: Jill Britton, Alanté Serene

Tiny Desk Team: Suraya Mohamed, Maia Stern, Marissa Lorusso, Hazel Cills, Ashley Pointer, Pilar Galván

VP, Visuals and Music: Keith Jenkins

Senior VP, Programming: Anya Grundmann

#NPRMusic #TinyDesk #Trina

Cassiel's Song - Nick Cave

Proud Dad Moment! 

Exposition : de Géricault à Matisse, "Le modèle noir"

from the Brooklyn Rail - Le Modèle noir de Géricault à Matisse

By Norman L Kleeblatt https://brooklynrail.org/.../Le-Modle-noir-de-Gericault...

New York Comeback by Lucinda Williams

“New York Comeback” (Feat. Bruce Springsteen & Patti Scialfa)

Gregg Chadwick

New York Minute
74"x44" oil on linen 2013
Private Collection, Orinda, California

Bruce Springsteen & E Street Band - Jungleland | New York City 2023

"And the poets down here..."

Bruce Springsteen & E Street Band

"Jungleland"

Live in New York City

Madison Square Garden

April 1, 2023

CREDITS:

Giancarlo DiMascio

Jordan Norris

Ronnie Gilles

TheMagikRat

Sammy Steinlight

Opening Night at The Other Art Fair - March 30, 2023

by Gregg Chadwick

🎧 @dublab keeps the energy high at the turntables

Last night the rain cleared just in time for the opening of the latest edition of The Other Art Fair at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. We strolled across the street from my studio at the 18th Street Arts Center and enjoyed seeing old friends and their artwork as well as meeting  artists for the first time and chatting with them about their art and sources of inspiration. Below, amidst their creations are photos of some of the new artists that we met.  

Cortney Herron

Los Angeles

"As humans, we can be all over the place – thoughts and ideas swirling left and right. From the process to the technique, to the finished piece, it’s my artistic mission to capture those unique and special moments that make us feel connected to this abundant world. That unique moment in time where the reality of life – good, bad, and everything in between – is looking at you right in the face. And hopefully you begin to realize how easy it is to see ourselves in each other."

- Cortney Herron

MarySue Chats with Cortney

Marco Comandini

New York/Genoa

Marco Comandini explains that his “What makes us human” project is a series of posters directly influenced by his background as a biologist. Marco says,"As Darwin explained in 'The Evolution of Species', the shark and the dolphin were examples of animals that ended up sharing common features as a result of their ancestors co-existing in an environment that shaped them similarly. In the same way, robots could very well develop the same human emotions that we thought were exclusive to us as they become more and more present in our daily lives."

Arisa Hsiao

Los Angeles

"I gravitate towards silkscreen printing as it’s a medium that blurs the boundary between art and graphic design. My work also exists in the tension between the fabricated and handmade. The precision of the forms is offset by miss-registrations and color shifts from over-printing." 

- Arisa Hsaio

Tessa Alexander

Trinidad

Tessa Alexander is an artist and art educator based in Trinidad. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Cultural Studies. Tessa describes her project as "a troubling of the Caribbean archive and art canon as she investigates the silenced art histories of her foremothers." 

Jeanette Rivera

California

"Society tells us that beauty is perfection and our worth is based on our physical appearance. That is simply not true, true beauty is eclectic and it tell the story of who we are and what we have been through. My hope is to inspire woman to shine , to love themselves and be exactly who they inspire to be." - Jeanette Rivera

Emily Wallerstein

Los Angeles

Emily Wallerstein describes her oil paintings as "representations of the beautiful blur of life - perfect from a distance, but messy and imperfect up close." 

Industrial and Salvage Transportation Paintings by Jasper Latane

Jasper Latane's side gig as an art handler and driver seems to inspire elements of his evocative transportation artworks. 

DATY (Frédéric and Andrea Daty)

Paris/Chartres

DATY, the wife and husband team of artists from France describe their new collection of wall hanging sculptures as "L.A. Greatness and Decadence." Their sculptural work is created from cut and treated steel plates. They explain that "light and shadows animate the metal, changing colors, and giving the impression of constant evolution."

Please Note: In response to queries, I am not exhibiting my artwork at this edition of TOAF, but will in the near future. Working on an exciting new body of work...

FAIR DETAILS

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HOURS

OPENING NIGHT

THURS, MAR. 30: 6 – 10pm

GENERAL ENTRY

FRI, MAR. 31: 5 – 10pm

SAT, APR. 1: 11am – 8pm

SUN, APR. 2: 11am – 6pm

VENUE

The Barker Hangar

3021 Airport Ave.

Santa Monica, CA 90405

Visiting Information

Book Tickets

Service dogs are welcome ;

All other furry friends will need to stay home.

 

Happy Transgender Day of Visibility

On Transgender Day of Visibility, we want you to know that we see you just as you are:

Made in the image of God and deserving of dignity, respect, and support.

We'll never stop working to create a world where you won't have to be brave just to be yourself. pic.twitter.com/g5TTZbv1UW

— President Biden (@POTUS) March 31, 2023

 

Trans Power 

Rommy Torrico

TransLatin@Coalition

Justseeds 

Digital print, 2015

New Jersey

From the Collection of the Center of the Study of Political Graphics which wrote:

"People around the world observe International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) each year on March 31st. TDOV celebrates and recognizes the accomplishments and lives of transgender people. In contrast, Trans Day of Remembrance, celebrated in November, is a day to memorialize those who have been murdered as a result of transphobia. TDOV is a time to bring awareness to the discrimination, poverty, and violence facing the transgender and gender nonconforming community.

While the transgender community has gained greater visibility and representation in the media in recent years, lawmakers in the United States are drafting and passing historic anti-trans legislation. Anti-trans bills have been passed in fourteen states, introducing laws that exclude trans people from accessing gender-affirming healthcare, participating in sports, banning LGBTQIA+ books, and restricting teaching about sexuality and gender in schools before 5th grade. These bills are a horrendous attempt at erasing transgender people from daily life and an effort to deny transgender people their human rights. Today’s headlines demonstrate this, as the hostile right are using the Nashville shooting case to demonize trans people.

On Trans Day of Visibility we must also acknowledge that efforts made in increasing visibility and protections of transgender and gender nonconforming people have only been possible because of the efforts of trans advocates and activists, especially Black Trans women. At a time when trans rights are slipping backwards, it is important to recognize the power in trans existence. Trans people are parents, children, siblings, and friends."