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Povich Rewind: Greatest Team Ever?
The Golden State Warriors are the latest team to be placed in the category of maybe the "best sports team since the 1927 Yankees."
Shirley Povich actually covered the 1927 Yankees. Below is his account of their sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates in the World Series.
Yanks win Title, 4-3. On Wild Pitch And Ruth's Homer
New York, Oct. 8 — Truth is stranger than fiction. They like to tell in story books of how, in the last half of the ninth inning, with the bases full, our hero knocked a home run and won the game. Or how, in the last half of the ninth inning, with the bases full, the chosen hero struck out the next three batters and saved the game.
But they have not told how, with the bases full in the ninth inning and none out, the potential hero struck out the next two batters and then, on the threshold of success and fame, he loosened a wild pitch and lost the game.
And thus ends the story of how, today, the New York Yankees defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates in the fourth game of the World Series by a score of 4 to 3 to win the championship in four consecutive games, rivaling the victory of the Boston Braves over the Philadelphia Athletics in the series of 1914, and the triumph of the Chicago White Sox over the Chicago Cubs in the series of 1906.
John Miljus, World War veteran, and a tall, right-handed pitcher, who has graduated to the major leagues and been shunted to the minors, later to be taken on by the Pirates and developed into a mainstay of their pitching staff, was the potential hero, but also the actual "goat" of today's game, a sad figure after the unhappy wild pitch in the ninth inning, with the bases full and two out as a result of his striking out Lou Gehrig and Bob Meusel just minutes before.
Bucs in First Threat
Baseball has witnessed no more melodramatic ninth inning and its fateful ending than was presented in today's game. It was a lucky and unlucky climax, a happy and unhappy ending, a glad and sad turn of events for the Yankees of New York and the Pirates of Pittsburgh.
Doubly disappointing to the Pirates was the wild pitch of Miljus. The Pirates, carrying the standard of the National League into the World Series as foes of the Yankees, hailed as the greatest team of all time, had played miserable baseball until today, when the true Pirate team threatened finally to stay the power in the Yankee bats and themselves to carry on to victory.
In the background, unmistakable, and silhouetted in bold relief against the procession of events, which marked the contest, was the one and only Babe Ruth, the Bambino, who had almost won the game for the Yankees single-handed by hitting another of his terrific home runs, with Mark Koenig on base, in the sixth inning of the contest, with the score tied. It was Babe Ruth's second home run of the series and broke his own record of nine in World Series competition, which he set yesterday.
Moore Goes Route
The last pitching hope of the Pirates, the bespectacled Carmen Hill, and another pitching mainstay of the Yankees, Wilcey Moore, started to pitch today's fourth game and innocently set the stage for the fateful ninth, aided by an error by Lazzeri in the seventh inning which had helped the Pirates to tie the score with a two-run rally and send the game into the last half of the ninth.
A pinch hitter forced Hill out of the game in the seventh inning, and Miljus assumed the pitching burden for the Pirates. Moore twirled the entire game for the Yankees, and it was the pitching of this 30-year-old veteran, rescued from the South Atlantic League last spring by Miller Huggins, which aided mightily in the Yankees victory.
Miljus survived the eighth inning safely, but at the start of the ninth he gave first evidence of what was to follow by walking Earl Combs, first to face him, on four straight balls. Koenig's bunt down the third base line was safe and Combs went to second. Confronted with the ominous situation, Manager Bush ordered Miljus to walk Babe Ruth, the next batter, filling the bases.
Not Quite a Hero
Here was something for Miljus to conjure with, the bases full, the score tied, and a New York sort of a hit, error or outfield fly ready to be converted into the winning run. But he faced Lou Gehrig calmly. He gave Gehrig a low ball and Gehrig swung futilely. His next offering was another ball. Then Gehrig struck at a wide curve. A ball followed. Miljus struck Gehrig out with a low inside curve.
Bob Meusel was next up. The same situation obtained. Any sort of hit, error or outfield fly could account for the winning run. Miljus faced Meusel as calmly as he faced Gehrig, and he slipped over a strike on the first pitch. A low ball was not offered to Meusel. Meusel swung viciously at a slow curve and missed. He fouled the next pitch down the third base line. Miljus struck Meusel out on a slow curve.
Yankee Stadium was in a frenzy. New York fans or not, the 52,000 persons in the stands accorded the veteran a tremendous ovation. Here was being executed a baseball rarity. A veteran pitcher was matching his physical skill and his pitching acumen against three batters renowned for their slugging and on the result hung the championship and thousands of dollars in gold for the players of the teams.
The 52,000 persons in the three-tiered stands and the bleacher seats of Yankee Stadium, transformed again into a human arena by the masses that had gathered there, breathlessly awaited every pitch. And Miljus was unruffled. Three runners were tugging at the bases, ready for any break.
Tony Lazzeri was the next batter. The same Lazzeri that faced something of the same situation in the decisive game of the World Series between the Yankees and the St. Louis Cardinals last year. The same Lazzeri that faced Grover Cleveland Alexander, Cardinal pitching veteran, with the bases full, and struck out.
Miljus faced Lazzeri as he had faced Dehrig and Meusel, calm, unruffled and unperturbed. His first pitch to Lazzeri was over the plate and baseball history was repeated when Lazzeri fouled the ball into the far right field stands as he had fouled a ball into the right field stands against Alexander in that memorable game of the 1926 World Series. It was a potential home run, but it was foul, and Lazzeri, the 52,000 people in the stadium and the millions who were listening in awaited the next pitch from Miljus.
Then a strange thing happened. The ball that Miljus threw was a wild pitch. It was a side-arm curve and it left the beaten path to the plate 10 feet in front of catcher Gooch, it developed into a sweeping curve that "broke" with an eccentric dart far to the outside of the plate. Gooch made a gallant effort to catch the ball. He did manage to get his big mitt in front of it, but it bounded away. It bounded from his mitt in the general direction of the Pittsburgh bench and Earl Combs was already speeding to the plate from third base. Before Gooch could recover the ball, Combs, with a last joyful leap, had touched the plate. The game was over.
The last game of the 1927 World Series shamed every other in point of interest, action and good baseball. There was even the "master minding," which until this contest had played a very minor role. Manager Huggins, of the Yankees, and Manager Bush, of the Pirates, were called upon to display the baseball tact and judgement that had carried the two teams to league pennants.
Bush, on the defensive, bore the most difficult task, and, only for Miljus' wild pitch, he might have scored a decisive personal triumph. It was he who delegated Miljus to stay the Yankee attack after Hill had been relieved by a pinch hitter in the seventh inning, and it was he who ordered Babe Ruth be passes in order that Miljus might have a chance to strike out Gehrig and Meusel in the ninth inning.
Bush's tactics were sound, for Gehrig and Meusel and Lazzeri are known to be frequent strike-out victims. Each had fanned once before in the game, and Lazzeri had struck out twice. Hugging played the game wisely. Twice he refused to take Moore from the game when a successful pinch hitter might have decided the matter with little more ado. He discounted Moore's battling prowess in banking upon him as the team's pitcher and again his judgement was proven right.
Again Babe Ruth came to the aid in time of need. Carmen Hill had been an enigma from the second inning until the sixth.
Then Babe Ruth hit another of his home runs. Hoenig was on base, and it was a terrific clout. It was nearer center field than right field, and it settled in the bleachers, far up among the tiers of seats. The home run broke the 1-1 tie in which the teams had been locked since the first inning. It gave the Yankees a commanding lead and was the decisive hit of the contest.
Carmen Hill justified every confidence that Manager Bush had placed in him as his starting pitcher. He allowed the Yankees one run in the six innings he pitched. He walked just one batter, and in the first inning, after the Yankees had knocked three consecutive singles, he struck out Lou Gehrig, Bob Meusel and Tony Lazzeri, the same trip that faced Miljus in the ninth, and he slipped a third strike over on each.
Opposing Hill was Wilcey Moore, winner of more than 18 games in his first season as a major leaguer, after spending more than 10 years as a pitcher in the minor leagues. Moore's sinker ball was not an absolute puzzle, and he was in difficulties on very few occasions. He allowed a run on two hits in the first inning, and he allowed two runs on one his, his own error and Tony Lazzeri's error in the seventh inning, which enabled the Pirated to tie the score and revive their hopes when it seemed that four straight defeats was their inevitable fate the hands of the Yankees.
The Pirates went down fighting. For the first time in the series they played like the team which won the National League pennant by a brilliant spurt at the finish. Wright and Traynor and Grantham provided Hill and Miljus with sensational support. Only Lloyd Waner's unimportant error marred their performance in the field, overlooking, of course, the ill-fated wild pitch of Miljus, with the bases full and two out in the ninth inning, and the score tied.
Oct. 9, 1927


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The spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends are finally here, so get your wardrobe ready! Designers showcased their latest creations and inspiration at the major fashion weeks in New York, London, Milan, and Paris, and it was up to us to make the connections and spot the trends like we do every season.
The spring/ summer 2020 runway trends were a nice continuation from fall/ winter – new collections didn't feel like big departures, but instead we saw designers continue to evolve their style and continue to draw inspiration from similar sources.
One of the most major inspiration was climate change, with big fashion houses and small labels alike putting in the work to reduce their carbon footprint and to upcycle materials. At the same time, this season didn't feel as post-apocalyptic as the previous season, with designers switching their focus to more positive themes.
On the big and boisterous side of things, we loved the oversized ball gowns fitted with bustles that made skirts incredibly large, the return of flower summer dresses, and the preponderance of ruffles.
We also saw some trends that we think will go mainstream easily, including materials like lace and crochet, short shorts or loose trousers for keeping cool, and all of the spring 2020 fashion trends inspired by the '70s like the disco collars, flared trousers, and vests.
#1. Sustainability
There are now climate change protests and strikes on every continent, and one of the most controversial and talked-about public figures is Greta Thunberg, the 16-year-old Swedish girl bringing to light the fact that her entire generation will suffer because of the greed and short-sightedness of her elders.
In the US, politicians like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ed Markey are leading the charge by calling for a Green New Deal, a legislative proposal that calls for radical changes, which has been supported by most Democratic presidential nominees.
At the same time, there has been a series of unprecedented environmental disasters caused by climate change, including hurricanes, droughts, and fires that have resulted in thousands of deaths. Needless to say, the climate is on everyone's mind right now.
For the spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends, many designers made it a point to center environmentalism in their collections. First, we must give credit where it's due to those designers who have been talking about the environment and making sustainable efforts for years now, like Vivienne Westwood and Stella McCartney.
We would also like to give credit to those designers who are newer to the industry and are making waves, like Marine Serre, whose upcycle collection presented a vision of a post-climate apocalypse world, and Natasha Zinko, whose collection was primarily crafted out of leftover fabric from previous seasons and from thrift store finds.
Gabriella Hearst laid claim to holding the first carbon-neutral fashion show, followed by Gucci claiming second place. A few other labels deserving of mention for upcycling and centering the earth include Marni, Collina Strada, Alexander McQueen, and Preen by Thornton Bregazzi.
Unfortunately, we can't tell you that we know exactly who is earnest and who is greenwashing here, but overall we're happy that the trend of sustainability continues – we're just ready for it to become standard practice, like, yesterday.
#2. '70s Nostalgia
The It decade for the spring 2020 fashion trends is definitely the 1970s. Everywhere we looked we saw the elongated silhouettes and analog color stories that reflect an important decade of fun and revelry represented by the rise of disco as well as by massive social unrest and the continuation of the social justice movement.
There were a few '70s archetypes represented on the Marc Jacobs, from '70s surfer types in swooshy hair to glamorous disco queens and kings in long jackets or gold dresses and with high waisted silhouettes.
Victoria Beckham presented a restrained collection with a '70s touch in the tailoring, which included a lot of swishy dresses, turtleneck shirts, and very slightly flared trousers.
Lastly, Anthony Vaccarello brought a touch of '70s hippie-glam to the Saint Laurent runway, with models in turbans and boho-chic dresses.
#3. No Borders
While sustainability is certainly a political issue, it wasn't the only bit of political messaging that designers wanted to platform on their runways for the spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends, the second being a critique of borders.
Prabal Gurung took Donald Trump to task on his treatment of migrants by sending models out on the runway for the final walk with sashes asking a question that is on a lot of people's minds these days, "who gets to be an American?"
Jonathan Cohen made a similar political statement that also allowed him to nod to his heritage. The garment that opened his show was a colorful dress modeled after the American flag, but hand-stitched by women from Mexico, a little remark on how it used to be impossible to tell there was a border between the countries.
#4. Trip to the Safari
A multi-pocketed safari jacket is a very convenient jacket to own, especially if you get a cool spring in your corner of the world. These multi-pocketed jackets remind us of a colonialist history, so there is room to criticize them, but at the same time it's so nice to have a women's jacket where you can put all of your things.
For some sleek, we loved the dark safari jackets from Hermes, which were trimmed with leather for an elegant touch. The jackets at Gucci were a little similar, but in an earth tone palette that echoed '70s colors.
Safari jackets from Stella McCartney came in white or mint, and had a more relaxed silhouette that was belted in order to flatter.
#5. Pointed Disco Collar
An overarching seasonal trend like a decade will also manifest as a multitude of sub-trends, and for the spring/ summer 2020 runway trends, triangular, pointed collars on jackets were exactly that, since they were so reminiscent of the '70s disco scene.
We saw some of these triangular collars at Paco Rabanne, paired with wild disco outfits with all kinds of colorful garments. At Louis Vuitton, the disco collar was paired with '70s silhouettes, but the patterns and colors felt a little more dated and a little circus-y, even.
The disco collars at Fendi were added to lots of different types of coats and jackets, including cushioned short and long jackets, trench coats, and corduroy.
#6. Go with the Flow
Flowy dresses are always great as summer dresses, and they also fit in well with the '70s silhouettes we saw on the runways. The best way to describe this class of dresses is as with a long silhouette and a flowy but still streamlined skirt, with some draping effects that flatter curves.
It was pure hippie gorgeousness in soft, earthy pastels at Roland Mouret, where long, flowy dresses hung off of curves beautifully. The dress silhouettes at Valentino always catch our eye, and the draped dresses this year, which were just slightly pinched at the waist to flatter, were no different.
For a more casual twist, we loved the long, flowy sundresses at Collina Strada, which were covered with joyful prints and worn by a diverse collection of models.
#7. Nouveau Fringe
We saw a lot of dresses with fringe bottoms in previous season, so for the spring 2020 fashion trends, it was nice to see fringe make a comeback as a trend, but in a different manner.
We were most impressed with Area, where it seemed as though every fringe-embellished garment was unique in its own way. We saw glimmering fringed belt-skirts, large fringe made of fabric exploding from beneath blazers, and even a totally fringed dress towards the closing of the show.
At Toga, we were amused by a fringe-lined cape that was paired, oddly enough, with trouser-esque shorts, a white tank top, and a matching hood that we think was a separate piece. There was also a bit of glamorous fringe at Oscar de la Renta, Burberry, and Christian Siriano.
#8. Feathered Dresses
A dress covered in feathers is undeniably a luxury item since the fuzzy little things are not particularly easy or cheap to obtain. Despite that, it is one of the most playful embellishments a designer can add to a dress, and for some reason, it was extremely ubiquitous on the spring runways, becoming one of the key spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends for evening wear.
We saw feathered dresses in all kinds of colors engulf the bodies of models on the Sharon Wauchob runway, from bridal options in white to a marvelous long-sleeved creation in coral that we would love to take a nap in.
Feathered dresses at Richard Quinn were quite playful, with our favorite being a short and puffy feather dress worn with a pair of PVC leggings. Other designers to create feathered dresses included Burberry, Valentino, and many others.
#9. Volumized Silhouettes
We love a waist-hugging frock most of the time, but we could also easily imagine breathing in with ease while wearing some of the more volumized silhouettes from the summer 2020 fashion trends. From puffy dresses to large constructions, there were plenty of volumized silhouettes that might not be flattering, but they sure do stand out.
At Rochas, we saw simple dresses that billowed around the body, without ever settling around the waist. They looked airy and light, which is perfect on a hot summer day. This kind of volume was also a theme at Roksanda, but with heavier fabrics that had a bit more presence.
The voluminous creations at Richard Malone were straight up architectural, with dresses made of a pleated fabric surrounding models' bodies like tents thanks to some sort of internal boning. We're not sure the inner part will make it into stores, but we were definitely intrigued.
We also saw some of these voluminous creations at Area, and Marques Almeida.
#10. Bustles and Panniers
We can't tell you exactly what kind of incredible inner constructions contributed to the bodacious volume of the more glamorous skirts on the runways, but we were certainly reminded of the bustles and panniers of the 17th-19th centuries. Models showcasing a particular brand of evening wear looked regal and glamorous, but also a little campy, making this one of those spring 2020 fashion trends that we can predict will be popular with the most eccentric of divas.
This year, Thom Browne had one of the most eccentric and exciting spring runways, which relied heavily on 18th century silhouettes with large skirts bolstered by robust inner structures.
The velvet dresses that closed the Balenciaga show also deserve a mention, with their large, circular skirts and otherwise very clean, monochromatic and unembellished design.
#11. Off the Shoulder
A bit of exposed shoulder has never hurt anyone! Dresses and blouses with exposed shoulders manage to be seductive yet romantic and classy, a normally hard-to-achieve combination, so we were thrilled to see this being one of the spring 2020 runway trends.
The truly unique Area collection included a few garments with off-the-shoulder designs, our favorite of which was a pale peach evening jumpsuit with extreme off-the-shoulder straps.
The A.W.A.K.E. MODE collection featured a few different takes on off-the-shoulder tops, including asymmetric ones and tight crop tops. At Staud, a few shoulder-exposing designs gave a romantic touch to what was a neon-heavy collection, with our favorite being a flowy spring dress.
#12. Rain, Rain, You Can Stay!
Are you expecting a rainy spring season? If that's the case, you will be happy to know that raincoats had a big showing in the spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends. These fashionable coats were made of rain-repellent fabrics that will keep you bone dry when monsoon (or just typical summer rain) hits.
At Marine Serre, the rain jackets (as well as wetsuits) had a political message about climate change and its impact on the weather. At Versace, neon colored raincoats were tightly secured arounds models' waists to bring out a feminine silhouette, making them a very glamorous option.
The raincoats at Priscavera didn't have a deep message, just a nice oversize fit and fun spring 2020 prints – we're sure they'll become cool girl favorites in any rainy city.
#13. Pleated Dresses and Skirts
The pleat craze continues! We saw a ton of pleats in autumn, and now it's also part of the spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends, this time with regal pleated dresses being just as ubiquitous as the girlish pleated skirts from last season.
Our favorite pleated garment was a powerful pink dress by Pyer Moss, with a raised component over the shoulder, a long-sleeved design, and a magnificent pleated skirt that went down to the floor. We also loved a pale blue skirt and blouse combination at Lanvin, where both items were pleated!
As far as pleated skirts went, we saw many of them show up for a second season in a row on the Celine runway. Margaret Howell presented some schoolgirlish pleated skirts, as well.
#14. Bridal
Demure wasn't the main thought on people's mind for the spring 2020 runway trends, but despite that, we did see some very compelling bridal wear make its way into the various collections.
Brandon Maxwell closed what was otherwise a very casual show with a gorgeous two-piece bridal outfit consisting of a voluminous high-waisted skirt and matching bralette top.
At Loewe, there was something ethereal and innocent about white dresses covered in sheer material with puffy sleeves, but we also loved the notion of a modern, minimalist bride in one of the show-closing garments.
Finally, we ought to mention the Valentino show, which opened with a set of 20 white dresses, some short and playful, but quite a few of them perfectly bridal with their ruffles and volume.
#15. Bridal Suiting
We can't say for sure that marriage equality is what designers had in mind when crafting so many gorgeous white suits for the spring 2020 fashion trends, but we're sure that many unconventional brides will be thrilled to don any one of these marvelous outfits on their special day.
Jonathan Simkhai presented simple and elegant white suits with impeccable tailoring that we think will be a hit with a more restrained crowd. A more theatrical suit on the Tommy Hilfiger runway will appeal to the more extravagant.
We also appreciate the touch of black at the collar on suits from Tory Burch and Deveaux. Lastly, our personal favorite was a lacey white suit from Alexander McQueen that exuded romance.
#16. Edgy Head-to-Toe Black
Many fashion industry types adopt an all-black uniform, so they will surely be pleased by the number of all-black options that designers presented in the spring 2020 fashion trends. We're not talking about LBDs or black suits here, of course – we're talking about edgy black garments with an alternative or high-fashion touch.
At Alexander McQueen, for example, this manifested as all-black leather garments, including romantic dresses, fierce suits, and some Matrix-worthy jackets. It was all about the black leather at Rokh as well.
Tons of outfits at The Row definitely had your stereotypical fashion editor or young architect in mind, with minimalist all-black combinations that looked effortless but also tailored and cool.
#17. Puffy Sleeves
The Anne of Avonlea fantasy was read with some gorgeous puffy-sleeved dresses becoming part of the spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends.
Puffy-sleeved dresses were feminine and girlish that felt totally fitting for the Erdem runway, along with touches of ruffles and ribbons in a variety of shades.
The puffy sleeves at Christopher Kane actually felt more mature but with a hint of a nod to the '80s, since they were part of voluminous satin jackets worn with matching skirts. There were many other designers to feature puffy sleeves in their collections, including Valentino, and Balenciaga.
#18. Ruffles
There were decorative ruffles on many of the spring 2020 runways, adding a dramatic touch to evening wear and bulking up garments while also adding movement and flow. Large ruffles ruled, of course, but we also saw some smaller ones lining skirts.
Our favorite example of this trend comes from the Dries Van Noten collection, which was the result of a collaboration with Christian Lacroix. Dresses, skirts, and long jackets made of already super luxurious and hefty brocade were replete with asymmetrical ruffles, a design that was clearly classically inspired but with an ultra-modern twist.
There was something playful about the way ruffles decorated tan jackets at the Simone Rocha show, though they were also used copiously to decorate the bottoms of all kinds of pretty dresses. It was a bit surprising to see Victoria Beckham use larger ruffles in her collection to decorate simple dresses, but we appreciated the feminine touch.
#19. Fabric Explosions
Maybe these count as ruffles, but we feel like some of the more elaborate garments on the spring 2020 runways are better described as fabric explosions. These wild constructions were lush and dramatic, but we're not sure how well they'll fare off of the runways.
The newcomer king of fabric explosions is Tomo Koizumi, who uses polyester organza to make marvelously colorful creations that were decorated with bows this year.
Marc Jacobs (responsible for giving Koizumi his platform) also had fun with volume and fabric. A few massive dresses in his collection were made up of busy floral appliqués that swallowed models whole.
Molly Goddard presented some extra ruffle-y tulle dresses in super bright colors, and while some options were restrained, one yellow dress was extra voluminous. Other designers that deserve a mention for their explosive structural creations include Nina Ricci and Mary Katrantzou.
#20. Sheer
A fashion month without a bit of sheer fabric showing skin would be more scandalous than the reverse. As with every year, designers found new ways to utilize see-through fabrics to show off their models' assets.
We don't always love the way designers (mostly male) often shoe-horn see-through garments onto their runways, but it happens year after year, with the spring 2020 fashion trends not offering us any relief. This doesn't come from a prudish place, just the wish that designers would make things that real women would actually like to wear.
At Loewe, everything from bra tops to draped lace dresses showed off a ton of skin, with some designs being demure to give extreme contrast. The Nina Ricci collection was humorous, so we didn't find the delicate off-the-shoulder see-through blouses to be provocative – just airy and alluring.
Sheer garments were worn by both men and women on the Christian Siriano runway, and even we were enchanted by the sheer black dresses that showed up towards the end of the show.
At Dolce & Gabbana, see-through lace gave a femme-fatale punch to a very jungle-inspired collection, with black undergarments made more alluring as they were viewed from under the sheer black material.
#21. Sensual Lace
Lace on its own was another one of the big spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends. We could likely write a whole article profiling all of the different lace garments that showed up on the runway, but instead, we'll just focus on our favorites.
Full-length lace dresses at Dior felt delicate and demure, despite being mostly see-through as a result. Paired with straw accessories, the overall look was beautifully rustic.
At Koché, lace detailing gave a really delicate touch to a variety of more streamlined tunic dresses in white and dark blue. The most unique use of lace that we saw was at Junya Watanabe, where a long, lacey dress was worn under a cut-up tan jacket.
#22. Cutouts
One element that carried over to the summer 2020 fashion trends from Miami Swim Week was different kinds of cutouts turning already sexy garments into something just a touch more revealing.
Let's start with Off-White, who always present exciting street wear. Their take on cutouts included side cutouts on short dresses, as well as some unique cutouts on shirts, like one right over the belly and another under the collar bone.
Negative space was a massive part of the concept of the Balenciaga runway, in the form of black and white garments with cutouts that played into mind-bending patterns. It was all about sex appeal with the cutouts in the Guy Laroche collection, with retro-inspired dresses made a touch more alluring with cutouts at the side or just over the cleavage.
#23. Big Shoulders
Shoulders have always been a representation of power and attitude, with large, square shoulders being the most present and powerful of all. For the spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends, designers kept the shoulders as large and powerful as can be, with structured jackets.
This was most apparent at the Balenciaga show, which opened with powerful unisex jackets, which were followed up with more feminine '80s-style dresses and long jackets that also had extra-sharp shoulders.
At Sportmax, we appreciated a unique combination of structured leather shoulder armor worn over soft and slightly oversized blouses or dresses. Rick Ownes, as always, took things a step further with sci-fi-inspired protruding shoulder designs that gave us some serious futuristic alien vibes.
#24. Short Shorts
Last season was all about the bermuda shorts, but for the summer 2020 fashion trends, we're returning to sexy, barely-there short shorts. Choose a pair in black and rock them with heels for a new iteration on club-wear.
One of the more unique iterations was the high-waisted short shorts made of leather at Salvatore Ferragamo that we think might be favorites for more daring fashionistas.
Tweed short shorts were one of the ways in which newcomer to the house Virginie Viard played with the staple Chanel fabric, though there were also a few simple and sexy tight black shorts on display.
At Saint Laurent, clubby shorts were paired with sleek smoking jackets, an almost androgynous combination that made the shorts feel all the sexier. Other runways to give us some fine shorts included Isabel Marant, Alexander Wang, Brandon Maxwell, and Hermès.
#25. Bermuda Business Shorts
While short shorts ruled for casual and party wear, bermuda shorts did end up having a respectable showing in the form of business shorts – we'd love to see if any real business women end up adopting this particular summer 2020 fashion trend.
At Givenchy, the blazer and bermuda short suit combinations were a little oversized and worn sans blouse, because, you know… fashion. The look was similar at Tod's, although with the added styling suggestion of pairing work pants-style bermudas with a leather jacket instead.
Lastly, at Altuzarra, a blue suit with bermuda shorts was combined with knee-high boots, in a refusal to show any leg.
#26. Subtle Flared Trousers
Another element of the '70s that had a big showing as one of the spring 2020 runway trends was flared trousers and jeans. They usually came high-waisted, and were often paired with some truly colorful layered combinations, in a style clearly inspired by the disco era. However, the flares were mostly subtle and flattering, so we are sure many will adopt them.
The flared jeans at Louis Vuitton Had a dramatically elongating effect, both because they were so high waisted and also because the flair started on right below the knees with the hem just under the ankles, which led to a streamlined effect.
At Celine, flared jeans and trousers were extremely wearable, and even included options you can wear to the office! They reminded us of the jeans that were mainstream in the mid-2000s before skinnies exploded on the scene, including a faded wash in the center to make the legs look slimmer.
#27. Baggy Pants
To clarify, we're talking about pants in the North American sense here, there is no resurgence of granny panties happening! No, the summer 2020 fashion trends are all about those swishy, baggy trousers that will make you feel you're lounging even when you're out and about.
You'll definitely feel warm and comfy while wearing these, so we're thrilled so many designers made office-appropriate versions of them, like a red, buttoned pair from Monse or a high-waisted oyster gray option from Tory Burch.
Michael Kors blinged up some loose trousers with gold thread, making them an excellent choice for cocktail parties. Zimmermann and Chromat presented colorful printed options that we think would draw a lot of attention as part of your street wear.
#28. Undone
Designers gave us some behind the scenes glimpses into their production with the very garments they designed. The undone look is one of those spring 2020 fashion trends that are carrying over from autumn, but we're happy to see the new takes on it.
Dilara Findikoglu is a newer London-based designer, so making undone creations feels risky, but it also feels very fitting for the London fashion scene. The unfinished feel came from unhemmed edges and patchworky constructions, as well as from garments that looked a bit like patterns that hadn't been totally sewn together.
There was also an undone feeling in the Yohji Yamamoto collection, which included a lot of visible thread, as though the designs were sewn inside-out. We also enjoyed the undone and patchworky vibes at the shows of Matty Bovan, and Sacai.
#29. Dominatrix Vibes
The sex was served hot on the runways this season, with dominatrix-worthy garments dangerously appealing. Black leather, corsets, and an aura of power were just a few of the elements that made dominatrix motifs one of the most seductive spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends.
The dominatrix vibes at Gucci were, well, not subtle, but they were more like nods. Models carried leather whips and wore long leather gloves or thigh-high boots in conjunction with all kinds of colorful outfits.
The Mugler show was all dark and sexy, with Bella Hadid opening in a net corset and cropped blazer. Many of the models that followed channeled the same energy with corsets, lots of black, and sheer dark tights.
#30. Corsetry
The spring 2020 runway trends included a lot of corsets, channeling a variety of inspirations and motifs, many of which went beyond the dominatrix Mugler creations.
At Brock Collection, for example, the inspiration was the late 19th century (Charles Dickens' Great Expectations, to be specific), so the corsets that didn't pinch the waist were covered in beautiful prints to match the skirts paired with them. Dion Lee made corsets a street style garment, opting for straight lines and modern design elements, and pairing them with trousers and tank tops.
#31. Side Slits
Long skirts and dresses with high side slits were a seductive marker for decades, and they've had a comeback for the spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends. You will find plenty of options that will allow you to show off a bit of leg once these collections are available on the market.
On both the Prabal Gurung and Jason Wu runways, white skirts with side slits were worn in combination with more casual outfits. For something a little more glamorous, you might find yourself liking a peach wrap skirt presented at Dion Lee, or a deep green skirt worn with a matching tube top bra at Brandon Maxwell.
#32. Body-Hugging Leather
We don't think of leather as a summertime material, but we gotta admit that for some climates, it might be a good spring wardrobe fit. This is why we didn't mind that all-over leather was one of the spring 2020 fashion trends.
Leather trench coats were the most common category of body-hugging leather that we saw, including tan ones at Lacoste, and colorful ones at Coach 1941. We've also seen leather separates worn together, like a dark blue skirt and jacket combo at Khaite, and teal leather blouse and trousers at Sally LaPointe.
Others to feature all-leather outfits included Rochas, Marni, and even Prada.
#33. Bras, Bralettes, and Bikini Tops
This is one of those revealing trends that have been a long time coming since crop tops have been a streetwear staple for a few seasons now. The way assets were highlighted and midriffs were displayed as part of the summer 2020 fashion trends gave us a ton of sexy bra options, as well as different ways to style them as outerwear.
At Dolce & Gabbana, animal print bra tops would have been a little ridiculous, if not for the way they were style with all-khaki outfits and retro spring 2020 hairstyles, or with high-waisted shorts and skirts.
The bralettes at Loewe had the kind of sex appeal we're getting used to in the final half of the 2010s – they didn't add any artificial heft to the figure, but were alluring because of their transparency.
Other runways that showcased exciting bra designs included Givenchy, and Lanvin.
#34. Crochet
We don't think there's a better way to keep cool in the summer than by wearing a fabric that lets in some breeze. Crochet had a makeover as part of the summer 2020 fashion trends, channeling powerful and natural femininity rather than memories of your grandmother's handicrafts.
At Jil Sander, this was represented by a regal dress made of delicate crochet, but embellished with a cape-like cascade of fringe that covered the shoulders and arms.
The crochet garments at Marni had a hippie charm, since they were primarily comprised of long dresses made out of crochet with wide holes and topped with large floral patches.
Lastly, there was a rustic charm to the colorful crochet dresses at Kate Spade New York, which were worn by models looking as though they were en route the farmer's market.
#35. Vests
Vests as part of women's wear are a unique addition to the summer 2020 runway trends. Originally meant to be part of a three-piece suit, there is something very wild yet fashionable about plopping one over a blouse.
The vests at Saint Laurent were part of a styling choice clearly inspired by the early '70s, with models wearing flowy dresses topped with black velvet vests and paired with knee-high boots. We saw some similarly styled vests at Givenchy, worn over flowy white blouses and even paired with flared jeans, also with a callback to the '70s.
#36. A Lady's Three-Piece Suit
We loved the way vests dominated casual wear, but they also looked great as part of a full three-piece suit ensemble.
The three-piece suits at Burberry were ready for the office, with tailored options in tan or gray that could be worn with a matching blouse or even without. At Louis Vuitton, the three-piece suits came in wild colors, proudly representing the '70s motif.
For a sexy touch, models at Emporio Armani wore sequined three-piece suits intended for the evening, with the vests showing a lot of skin. We saw a few outrageous takes on the three-piece suit as well from Comme des Garcons.
#37. Low-Slung Waistline
Don't worry, high waisted jeans are not going anywhere (not if we can help it), but it's time to admit that low waists might also be having a comeback as part of the spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends.
We saw loose, low-slung trousers at Roland Mouret, and Jacquemus that we think will become a staple for many office workers. At Alyx, snakeskin-embossed trousers in black had all of the sex appeal, despite also having a looser fit.
#38. Sprakly Sequins
Life would be so boring without sequins, and every season proves this right. The spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends couldn't go without a touch of sparkle for the days when you want to look special and spellcast everyone around you.
We saw special occasion-ready sequins in different shades of rainbow at Marc Jacobs, Bottega Veneta, Fendi, Roland Mouret, and Emporio Armani to name a few, where we spotted both dresses and stylish two pieces all drenched in sparkly sequins.
Some other designers decided to use just touches of sequins to give that festive vibe to their designs, which was case in point at Alberta Ferretti, where rows of colorful sequins decorated maxi dresses and voluminous crop tops.
#39. Biker Shorts
In the era where leading a healthy lifestyle and working out is prioritized so much, our day-to-day dressing is often influenced by activewear. We especially love the versatility of bike shorts, which still continue to be one of the coolest spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends, whether you love to add sporty touches to your looks or are just inspired by Princess Diana.
Bike shorts looked sparkly at Roberta Einer, where those were beautifully matched with elongated printed shirts. At Jamie Wei Huang, biker shorts were slightly camouflaged by the sheer pleated long skirt worn over them.
While Toga presented quite dressy, office-ready bike shorts, we saw more athleisure versions of the trend at Natasha Zinko, and Paul Costelloe.
#40. Two-Tone Designs
Color blocking looked so creative on the spring 2020 runways, where multi-colored halves of outfits kind of recalled the colorful '60s. This is a nice way of wearing more than one of your favorite spring 2020 color trends in a single look and showing off your own color theory.
We loved the two-tone maxi dress with spaghetti straps spotted at Roland Mouret, while Ports 1961 still praised the love affair between pink and red by incorporating both colors in a single demure look.
On the other hand, Marta Jakubowski went further and used different shades of purple to create a multi-colored trench coat topping a pair of black tailored shorts.
#41. Holographic Materials
Unicorn souls, rejoice, since the new spring/ summer 2020 fashion trends were replete with holographic designs encapsulating all the rainbow shades, ready to blind everyone around. Holographic materials give a certain futuristic, sci-fi effect even to the simplest mini dress, and we are happy to have various designs featuring this mind-bending trend.
Christian Cowan went over the top combining silver sequins with holographic materials for an out-of-this-world one-shoulder mini dress we are already raving about. Christian Siriano used holographics for a structured trench coat that looked like made of foil.
Christopher John Rogers used the material for an extravagant shirt with an oversized bow sweeping the floor.
#42. The Return of the '80s
It's clear that 2020 is the year of bringing the '70s back, but for the fans of powerful club looks, we still have touches of the '80s still going strong. From big shoulders to metallic mini dresses, the '80s looked more than club-worthy on the runways.
Jeremy Scott's collection was full of '80s touches, but we especially loved the metallic pink mini dress with an oversized ruffled collar. Area's interpretation of the '80s was demurer, showcasing a little black dress with bubble hems finished off with layers of gold jewelry.
The '80s were also expressed brightly in the new collections of Christian Siriano, Oscar de la Renta, Laquan Smith, and many others.
#43. Cute Bubble Hems
If you are looking for a new trend to buy into, look no further. The spring 2020 fashion trends bring back the flirty bubble hem, used for both dresses and skirts.
Bubble hems recalled the '80s at Area, while Tory Burch used them for an office-ready printed skirt. Staud combined bubble hems with oversized, fluffy structures for a tea-length skirt, and we also liked the bubble-hem skirt at Vaquera.
#44. Elongated Denim Skirts
Of course, no seasonal trends can go without denim, and this year's denim hit is the longer, tea-length denim skirt. This is the one denim item you can easily take from day to night, from streets to office, depending on how you decide to style it.
Stella McCartney's version of the midi denim skirt was chic and mature, coming with a front slit and looking so feminine in combination with the white sheer lace top that was layered with an oversized gray blazer.
Givenchy went even longer with the denim skirt, matching it with a romantic beige shirt that created a fantastic office look. Alexander McQueen, on the other hand, tried to cater to the millennial's need, creating a raw-hem asymmetrical long denim skirt layered with a white cropped T-shirt and a slip top.
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A logo design may seem like a small symbol, but in reality, it's way more than just a mere insignia.
By Loius Martin
It's a symbolic piece of art which is designed to represent a company's identity in the most effective way possible. Putting it differently, a logo is not something that you can turn a blind eye to. It's a visual identifier of your brand that promotes your business even when you are not present to promote it. Considering its importance, a logo should be designed by keeping all the dos and don'ts of logo designing in mind.
Small business owners and startups often neglect the need of getting a logo designed at the early stages of their business planning. Not to mention, they have enough tasks to fill up their day, so they don't pay much attention to the logo design. It does not take them long to realize that they have made a mistake and they should get it designed without further ado.
A logo is like a foundation for the further branding hence it should not be left to get through with at the nick of the time. If you are on the cusp of starting a new business and find yourself baffled on how to design a perfect logo for your startup then this blog is for you.
Know Thy Audience
Before getting on the actual logo design process, you need to know who is your audience and what are their preferences. Remember a logo is designed with the purpose of creating an impact on your brand's target audience. If it does not resonate with them in the first glance, all your logo design effort will be in vain.
As San Francisco based graphic designer Joshua Brewer said; Socrates said, "Know thyself." I say, "Know the users." And guess what? They don't think like you do." This one quote sums up how important it is for you to conduct thorough research on your end-users as they are the ones who are going to consume what you are offering and they do not think in the same manner as you do. In a nutshell, when you know your audience, you come a with a design that is perfectly appropriate for the target market.
Strive for Simplicity
If you think that a logo design filled with complex details and intricate elements is going to be the best identifier for your company, then you are under a wrong impression. Have a look at few of the most iconic logo designs of all time- the majority of these have been evolved into a simplistic symbol that efficiently embodies their brand core identity. Be it Apple, Shell, or Pizza Hut; all of them at some point decided to omit the intricate details and left their logo clean, crisp and straightforward. Not to mention people adore these logos and they are known as the few globally-recognized and iconic logos.
Lindon Leader, creator of award-winning FedEx logo designer once said, "I strive for two things in design: simplicity and clarity. Great design is born of these two things." Bear the fact in mind, that if you really want to make a statement with your logo, then simplicity is the key. Pay heed to the K.I.S.S principle of design, which states that simple and clear logos are easily recognizable by the target audience, and they are more likely to create a striking first impression.
Keep Your Logo Versatile
Long gone are the days when a company logo used to be designed only for the storefront, TV commercials or billboards. It wouldn't be wrong to say that logos nowadays have bigger challenges to deal with. Suppose you have designed a logo, it looks great on the website, excellent on the storefront and then you created your social accounts and uploaded it there and… it looks terrible there. This is why logos have to be adjustable and convertible throughout all the media.
Patrick Winfield said, "I like to work first in black and white to ensure that the logo will look good in its simplest form." The quote shows how simple sketching and black and white design helps you create an adaptable logo design that looks equally stunning across all the branding platforms.
Be Careful with Logo Colors
Colors play an essential role in your logo design. We can also say that color can be a make or break feature for your logo design. Therefore, you should choose your color palette wisely. You cannot put the random colors in your design and call it a day. Colors have the power to influence human psychology. For instance: red color induces urgency and hunger while blue color denotes trust, quality, and competency. Put yourself in the shoe of your target audience to determine will this color be recognizable for them or not? The color shouldn't be confusing and should be able to send your brand message across in an effective manner.
Pierre Bonnard, a post-impressionist painter and printmaker said, "Color does not add a pleasant quality to design, it reinforces it." Therefore, choose your color palette wisely as they are going to be the first and most noticeable branding element for your company. It's always suggested to stick to a small palette for your custom logo design, preferably a two-color palette- as it makes things easier to recognize without making your logo jumbled with details.
Strive to Make It Timeless and Memorable
If you want your logo to withstand the test of time, strive to make it timeless and memorable for the audience. A logo is considered as one of the most critical branding assets for your company. Remember, good branding is consistent branding. No matter which trend is popular, what fad has taken the world by storm; your mark should still be able to stand firm, no matter what is happening around.
William Arruda, personal branding expert wrote in his article, "Consistency is the key to successful branding. And consistency goes beyond the product itself. The brand promise must be clear with every interaction each stakeholder experiences.". Your logo can only be memorable and timeless when you hold onto consistency. Take Nike's, Apple's and Coca-Cola's logo as an example- these companies have evolved since commencement, underwent several ups and downs still their logos stand firm and serving their purpose just the way they should.
Key Takeaway
Creating a logo design is not a cake walk. It requires tremendous design skills, branding knowledge, and years of hands-on experience to design a logo that has all the qualities that have been mentioned above. A professionally designed, thoughtful logo design not only sets the tone for your branding, but it also makes it stand out from the crowd.
A logo which is simple, minimal, versatile, appropriate, and memorable- has the power to grab the audience's attention in the first glance. As defined by Paul Rand,
"The principal role of a logo is to identify, and simplicity is its means… Its effectiveness depends on distinctiveness, visibility, adaptability, memorability, universality, and timelessness."
All in all, if you want your mark to be magnetic and want it to serve a widely-recognized visual figurehead of your brand- strive for a design that is timeless, memorable, and instantly identifiable.
Loius Martin is a Creative Marketing Manager at Invictus Studio, a custom logo design company situated in Southlake, Texas. Loius approaches digital marketing as not just a profession but a creative thinking process. He has a passion for writing about design, content, and social media marketing. Read more of his articles @loiusmartin1.
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In RecordForAll, a segment is simply a piece of a track that you can work with. When you drag a track into a Playlist, by default it consists of only one segment. You can, however, split a track into two or more segments.
For example, you can take a ten-minute dialog and chop it into a few segments—the intro, second speaker, a different topic, etc. You can now easily delete or copy sections to rearrange the track. You can also move segments, make segments longer or shorter, and so on.
As you start chopping up tracks, remember that RecordForAll uses non-destructive editing. No matter how much you edit a segment, you never really change the original sound file, so you can always get back to it. There are added benefits, too: your onscreen editing goes much faster and your working files are much smaller. Remember, too, that you can use the "Undo" feature to undo almost anything you do to the Playlist and in the Timeline.
By default, a track has only one segment.
A track split into two segments, the second of which has been repositioned by dragging its title bar to the right.
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To select a segment
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Cropping or extending a Primary track segment
Editing a track or part of a track
To select a segment
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Black Clover
Black Clover (2017)
Episódios: 144
Tipo: TV
AVG. Score: 3.51/5
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Asta and Yuno were abandoned together at the same church and have been inseparable since. As children, they promised that they would compete against each other to see who would become the next Emperor Magus. However, as they grew up, some differences between them became plain. Yuno was a genius with magic, with amazing power and control, while Asta could not use magic at all, and tried to make up for his lack by training physically. When they received their Grimoires at age 15, Yuno got a spectacular book with a four-leaf clover (most people receive a three-leaf-clover), while Asta received nothing at all. However, when Yuno was threatened, the truth about Asta's power was revealed, he received a five-leaf clover Grimoire, a "black clover"! Now the two friends are heading out in the world, both seeking the same goal! (Source: MangaHelpers, edited)*Estou ciente dos erros ortográficos, textos desconexos, dentre outros. Todas as sinopses são retiradas de sites terceiros, ou seja, não fazemos revisão nesse tipo de serviço, afinal sou só eu para todos os setores. Quando eu virar um robô damos um jeito.


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Category Archives: Recording
New Intel Haswell Recording Rig with Apple Logic Pro X
We recently upgraded to a new Macintosh Intel Haswell i7 Quad Core system running Apple's latest operating system Mavericks – OS 10.9. We also upgraded to Apple's latest version of their flagship professional recording system Logic Pro X. New Features … Continue reading
We've Moved to El Cerrito!
After 7 years in Berkeley we were forced to move to a new location. The new digs are located in a very scenic area of El Cerrito, California, the hometown of Creedence Clearwater Revival. Nice views of the Golden Gate … Continue reading
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iPod Touch 5th Generation Review
Apple announced the 5th generation iPod Touch on September 12th, 2012 and began shipping the item at the end of October 2012. Apple had not made a significant upgrade to the iPod Touch in 2 years other than adding … Continue reading
Record with an Apple Logic Pro 9 Certified Engineer
I recently became Level 1 certified in Apple's newest cutting edge high end audio recording application Logic Pro 9 (part of the latest version Logic Studio). I am a long time user of Logic. Apple Logic is a great tool … Continue reading
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Logic Pro 9
I recently upgraded our studio's audio recording software to Apple's Logic Pro 9 (part of the new Logic Studio) and have been putting it through the paces. New to Logic Pro is the ability to add and embed written … Continue reading
Marianne Barlow records Magic Words CD
Marianne Barlow, a local singer song-writer, just finished recording her full length 12 song 'Magic Words' CD at Cosmic Circuit Studio. The tracks feature Marianne's vocals and acoustic guitar with some cello, sax, and flute. A rowdy chorus of women … Continue reading
Vintage Jazz Recording
Katrina Huber, a local 18 year old singer, recently recorded a 13 song CD of Vintage Jazz tunes at Cosmic Circuit Studio. Sara Klotz de Aquilar played piano on the tracks with Richard Saunders on stand-up bass, Van Hughes on … Continue reading
Apple Logic Pro 8 Certified
I just recently became officially certified in Apple's newest cutting edge high end audio recording application Logic Pro 8 (part of Logic Studio). I have been using Apple Logic since version 6 (before that I used Digital Performer). Occasionally people … Continue reading
Matte or Glossy Color CDs and DVDs
We are now offering direct color printing on either a matte or glossyfinish CD or DVD. The newer glossy finish is also water resistant (won't smear) & is scratch resistant. CD's and DVD's come in a slim-line clear jewel case. These are great … Continue reading
EconoCorner Podcast
Jared Bernstein, author and economist for the Economic Policy Institute, just finished up his debut EconoCorner podcast. Episodes of EconoCorner are available free from iTunes. We assisted with the production and engineering. Jared's new book 'Crunch' recently was released on … Continue reading
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Logic Pro 8
I recently upgraded our studio recording software to Apple's Logic Studio from Logic Pro 7. Logic Studio now includes the premier recording application Logic 8 as well as a slew of additional applications and a large quantity of media loops. … Continue reading
Sample Recordings Now Available
Quite a few people have asked to hear some audio samples of musicians that have recorded at Cosmic Circuit Studio. A page of sample recordings from various artists at Cosmic Circuit Studio is now available. Please check: http://cosmiccircuit.com/audio/samples
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The Harkenbacks Lay Down Tracks
The Harkenbacks recorded a mix of original folk/bluegrass songs. Corry Dodson on lead vocals and guitar, Paul McElwee on mandolin, violin and backing vocals, and Jeremy Steinmeier on stand-up bass and backing vocals. http://www.myspace.com/theharkenbacks Tony Ugo has been working on … Continue reading
Inzunza Music Video
I recently finished editing a music video for the San Jose based group Inzunza. The footage was shot in San Diego by Invid Films. You can view the clip on YouTube and here.
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Rick and Aireene Head to Nashville
Rick Di Dia and Aireene Espiritu, a local folk duo, recorded some tracks at Cosmic Circuit Studio and were subsequently invited to The 8th Annual Americana Music Festival and Conference in Nashville Tennessee. The duo has been touring frequently including … Continue reading
Mystic Tribe performs live in Second Life
Mystic Tribe performed in Second Life streamed live from Cosmic Circuit Studio. Each band member wore headphones (similar to a studio recording), logged into separate computers and performed for the live set while chatting with the audience between songs.
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Cosmic Circuit Partners with Disc Makers
Cosmic Circuit has partnered with Disc Makers for musicians needing large runs of CD's or DVD's. Record in our studio and we can assist in getting your projects handed over properly for the mastering and pressing process. Cosmic Circuit provides … Continue reading
AES Convention in San Francisco
Attended the 121st Audio Engineering Society (AES) convention at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. (AES) convention at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. The convention showcases pro audio and recording studio products. The legendary Rubert Neve, creator of the highly revered Neve … Continue reading
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Cosmic Circuit Studio in Session
Recording this month at Cosmic Circuit Studio included San Francisco bay area bluesman Little Junior Crudup, nephew of the famous Arthur Crudup (who wrote such hits at 'That's All Right Mama' recorded by Elvis Presley).
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Who's Who in the DCU
Sorry for the hiatus, but the real world occasionally springs things on us. I hope everyone enjoyed this years stripped down version of The Nexus Awards and that it held them over until now.
Our DC Boards is full of discussion about mishandling of the Legion, the return of Superboy and R.E.B.E.L.S.
What I Read Recently
Booster Gold #16 – Great cover. Interesting action. I'm sort of leery about having the knife, but I did enjoy what happened. I liked the stuff with Cyrus, but if it happens too often it'll get tiresome. I'm just glad that the book has kept pretty consistent since Katz and Johns left.
Adam Legend of the Blue Marvel #3 – Interesting. I guess having a government plant makes sense, but I don't know if her keeping the secret all that time does. The moon scene was ok, but I'm really having a hard time believing that he's been on the DL this whole time.
Solomon Grundy – Interesting. I didn't dig how there was a lack of light source on the cover. I did enjoy the interior art. I'm intrigued by where this story seems to be headed. And I really like that Grundy is getting some complexity.
Prometheus – This could have been such a good issue but it's laden with cliché. Kicking the New Blood characters is passé as is a villain dismantling a group of D-listers to prove how truly villainous they are. I won't even get into how the treatment of Anima was offensive. And the reveal that an "anti-Batman" has a "Robin" was a fresh idea, months ago before it appeared in Batman Confidential. I'm glad that Prometheus is back, but I hope his next appearance is more appealing.
Green Arrow & Black Canary #16 – I'm digging how Kreisberg's using use of subplot in each issue. I like how actions have repercussions. But I didn't really dig the art this issue. Still, the cover was swell.
Titans #9 – I like the explanation for why Jericho gone rogue. I like the convo between Nightwing and Jericho. I like Jericho trying to be Nightwing. Basically I really liked this issue.
Nightwing #152 – I'm a sucker for Ra's al Ghul so you know I loved the issue. Seeing Ra's and Dick going at it was nice. It seems like Dick's going to fill in Bruce nicely.
Action Comics #873 – I don't really dig seeing Lex as a prisoner or with a gun to his head. I did like seeing what the heroes had planned for the Kryptonians. I really liked how the Kandorians dealt with their situation. And the two epilogues were very tantalizing.
Green Lantern Corps #32 – Nice to see Kyle step up and take charge. Creepy cover and solid action. I liked seeing how many GLs gave up after the new law was enacted. And it was actually pretty cool to see the Star Sapphire in action. Good issue.
Manhunter #38 – This was a such a great book and to see it end in such a lackluster way was really sad. This final arc was sort of convoluted and was felt disjointed. Really sad that this book had to go, and like this.
Final Crisis #6 – Wow, this mini gets more epic with every issue. Superman and Brainy, Kalibak vs Tawny, Renee introduced to the Multiverse, Sivana and Lex teaming up, Barry, Jay and Wally, Batman vs Darkseid? Seriously. This book is just loaded with awesome filling.
G.I. Joe #1 – I picked up this book for a few reasons; to recapture my youth, because of the Dave Johnson cover, because I'm getting in on the ground floor. And I really did enjoy the read. But it sucks that I've got to track down the zero issue now. Still I think I'll be getting all of the Joe books.
Glen needs a quick ID;
Who is the Spanish speaking guy in armor in Final Crisis?
That guy is Iman. He's a Mexican hero who made his debut in Superman Annual #12. He's a genius who was living the dream. He went to Yale and became an astronaut. But when he was in space his mom was kidnapped and killed.
Naturally he vowed to use his genius to fight the good fight and set out to build a suit to aid him in such a fight. His suit is your typical armor based character enhancements. Also he hold Superman in high esteem.
Sharkbait needs to know something, lest his rage grow;
Has Atrocitus of the Red Lanterns always been around or mentioned prior to the buildup of Blackest Night?
Sad to say but Atrocitus is indeed a new creation, Alan Moore's contributions to the Green Lantern Corps mythos have pretty much been exhausted. We saw the Children of the White Lobe, Ranx the Sentient City and Sodam Yat all during Sinestro Corps War. Atrocitus, on the other hand is a character who's been retconned into the scheme of things.
And it's a weird sort of backhanded compliment that Johns is paying Moore. On one hand he essentially saying that "Tygers" is such an awesome tale that he can use it as the inspiration for entire epics. On the other hand Johns undermines the payoff of the story by including Atrocitus on Abin Sur's fateful starship trip to Earth.
Another thing that sort of troubles me, while Abin Sur might not have been the most developed character in the GL mythos, I'm not really sure that I dig him being recast as the Fox Mulder of the GLC. In "Tygers" Sur breaks the rules laid down by the Guardians to save some innocent lives. But Johns' retcon has Abin returning to Ysmault to uncover the truth. Originally Sur was corrupted by that brief encounter, but now his corruption comes no only from prolonged exposure, but from taking of the Five Inversions with him in his craft. It's literally a case of playing with fire and getting burned.
I will say that I do sort of like the backstory for the Five Inversions that Johns has crafted. A terrorist group set out to avenge their sector? Clearly Johns has some interesting ideas, let's just hope that Blackest Night lives up to the hype.
Glen feels love is in the air;
What do you think of the burgeoning relationship between Kyle Rayner and Soranik Natu?
I can't lie; I'm not really a big fan of it. I think that my main problem with it is that it's been done before and almost to death.
I mean, everyone's probably aware that John Stewart not only hooked up with but married Katma Tui of Korugar. Of course she was killed, which was just one of the tragedies he had to endure.
And eons before that, when the female Oans left the Guardians to become the Zamarons, the took up with the men of Korugar for a spell. And now Mr. "unluky at love" himself, Kyle Rayner is embarking on a secret affair with Soranik Natu of Korugar? That seems mighty fishy to me. It's almost as if something about Korugar.
Wait a minute! Hal Jordan was the new Green Lantern for 2814 before John Stewart, and Stewart was the new GL for 2814 before Kyle Rayner. Now if Kyle Rayner and John Stewart both hooked up with the Green Lantern from Korugar, doesn't it follow that Hal Jordan did the same thing?
Think about, doesn't the blood feud between Hal and Sinestro make more sense when you introduce romantic entanglement and a bad break up into the equation? Clearly Hal and Sinestro hooked up for Sinestro went rogue. It's as clear as day.
Wow. That's some groundbreaking storytelling and retconning that DC is putting forth right there. I applaud them for their efforts.
Neil wants more Moore;
Keeping with the theme, do you think Rot Lop Fan, introduced by Alan Moore, will play a role in "The Blackest Night"? I wonder what a blind GL will do there.
While Soak1313 asks the similarly themed;
also from that same trade there is a GL story about katma tui having to find a GL on a world without light. i thought that was a pretty cool concept and was wondering if that guy/thing from the planet ever popped up again.
I really doubt that Rot Lop Fan will show up in The Blackest Night, which is sort of ironic considering that he made his debut in a story titled "In the Blackest Night."
For those not in the know Rot Lop Fan is a member of an alien race that lived in total darkness. As a result the species is completely blind and has no concept of either light or color, thus making the concept of a "Green Lantern" a difficult one to convey. In fact Katma's ring couldn't translate "Green" or "Lantern" into something that Rot could understand.
Eventually she figured out what to do and he became a member of the Corps. Since then he's only appeared in crowd scenes. And while that doesn't mean that he won't be showing up in the upcoming crossover, I do think that it would raise more questions about his usefulness.
But hey, Johns has been waxing Moore's car for a couple years now, so what's to stop it from continuing?
Glen needs some clarity;
What the hell happened in FC #7? If the universe did change, does it really matter since we know so little about it since the last crisis?
What didn't happen in Final Crisis #7? Pure awesomeness was there. Unadulterated goodness was also present. We got an ironic "women in refrigerators" moment and we got the death of Hawkman. We also got Superman being the great guy that he is and a couple of Flashes outrunning death. We also got the return of the Zoo Crew as well as Grant Morrison taking thinly veiled jabs at Frank Miller and Alan Moore.
I mean really, what more could you ask for?
I think that you've got a point about this crisis happening rather quickly after the previous one. But this Crisis didn't really tweak things in terms of continuity. This Crisis made the multiverse public knowledge. It threw Batman into the distant past. It sent the Monitors away. It showed how far we've come from, the Silver Age to the Information Age (which is why the book was so dense and full of obscure references.)
Superman saved the day. That's what happened in Final Crisis #7. Was there any doubt that he would?
Jag looks to the future;
My latest question is about Dick Grayson. He's been one of my
favourite characters for a long time and with Bruce Wayne going on
hiatus and Dick most likely poised to become the new Batman, what are
your thoughts on the change? Personally, I think that although the
fanboys may have a hernia over it, it could be an interesting move
that, if handled well, could result in a great cache of storylines.
If you look at it, Bruce Wayne has done pretty much everything as
Batman yet Dick as "The Man" would be fresh and exciting as the
character has matured in the past couple of years (particularly in the
past few months) and ready to ascend to one of the top levels of DC
superhero-hood. He even took down Two-Face by himself recently and
it'd be nice to see this young Batman trying to fit in with the top
tier heroes (like Wally West did when he became The Flash) and try to
protect Gotham while trying to give guidance Robin (whether its Tim or
Damien) and Batgirl.
I know "Prodigal" touched upon these elements but that was really
Gotham-centric. This new Batman would be inexperienced with the
responsibilities and not as feared/respected as Bruce was in the DC
world. He'd have to really earn his stripes (although Dick is
respected, he's still looked upon as Bruce's kid) and this new
approach is really compelling to me.
What do you think?
I think that you've bring up some very interesting points about Dick Grayson as Batman, but I can't say that I agree with everything.
Personally I'm a fan of Dick as Nightwing. I was crushed to hear that the title was ending as it was the last of titles in triple digits that I'd been collecting since #1 to go. Also, I was totally loving Peter Tomasi's run on the title.
I really don't think that taking up the mantle of Batman is a step in the right direction for Dick. He become Nightwing because he'd outgrown being in the shadow of Batman, so for him to assume Bruce's old role sort of seems out of character.
Also I think that Dick is second only to Superman in the "trust" factor in the DCU, meaning that everyone in the DCU trusts Nightwing. Older heroes remember him as Robin and are impressed at how well he turned out. His peer group all look to him as a leader and anyone younger than him look to him as a role model of what to aspire to. I don't see how stepping into the role of Batman would do anything to help solidify his reputation in the DCU.
As Nightwing, he doesn't have to try to fit in with the "top tier" in the DCU because he's basically one of them. And in terms of being a mentor to younger heroes like Tim, Damian or Batgirl, he's already done this with the Teen Titans and specifically with Tim.
I just don't see a real shift in dynamic if Dick Grayson becomes Batman. The closest thing to a shift that I could imagine would be that Dick's Batman wouldn't be so grim and gritty. He'd probably crack a joke or even a smile now and again.
The only way I see Dick taking up the mantle is to prevent someone else from corrupting it. We know that Jason Todd's in the running and there's a rumor that Two-Face might get involved too. Plus Hush is still out there. Honestly I think that the actual Battle for the Cowl will be more interesting than what happens if Dick becomes Batman.
Sharkbait looks to the past;
with Batman in the past, do you think he'll want to stay there for a bit or try to come back asap (like scrawling messages for people to find in the future or something)?
Well, I really can't see Batman wanting to say in the past, I mean he's naturally going to want to return as soon as possible. That said, I do think that he'll eventually accept the fact that he's stranded in the past with no way to get back.
I'd really be sort of anxious to see how Bruce does in the past. I'm sure he's already figured out approximately what year it is, and surviving won't be a problem. But just checking out his daily routine seems interesting to me.
I mean, I think that once it sinks in that he's stuff in the past, Bruce might look at it as a sort of vacation. Granted it's a vacation that might never end, but I doubt that his conscience is going to be screaming at him fight crime when, given the era he's in, crime is barely a concept.
I do think that Bruce probably knows that whatever attempts he makes to contact his friends in the present will be worn away by the sands of time, so that'lll probably rain on his parade a bit too.
So I basically think that he'll make some attempt to get the messages out there, but eventually he'll kick his feet up and enjoy his break from crime fighting.
Glen takes us back to the future;
Are you looking forward to the Final Crisis Aftermath books coming soon?
I really, really am. In fact I'm looking forward to all of the books. I just hope that I'm financially able to pick them all up, as opposed to grabbing the trade (which I really don't want to do.)
Run – This book sounds very interesting. I'm completely captivated by the character of the Human Flame. I'm really looking forward to seeing where his story goes since he's wanted by the heroes and loathed by the villains. I'm betting that he'll end up in some pretty interesting corners of the DCU.
Dance – I was a fan of the Super Young Team when they first appeared and I was really hoping that they'd be followed up on as characters. Plus you've got Joe Casey, who's a quality guy, writing. I really can't wait for this one to begin.
Ink – I liked the original Tattooed Man and the fact that he tried to go straight. I like the current Mark Richards version too. I liked him when he made his debut, but I really loved what Grant Morrison did with him in Submit. So I'm really looking forward to seeing where the character goes from here.
Escape – I'm intrigued by this one. I thought, based on the cover, that it'd be about Libra, but it apparently stars Nemesis. That alone has me interested, mainly because I'm curious as to how he ends up there and gets out of his Wonder Woman gig. Still, this is the book that I'm anticipating the least.
And that's it. Those are my thoughts on the Final Crisis Aftermath books. I'm pumped.
Sadly that's going to do it for this week. The next edition will feature ton more questions and answers.
Before I go, here's my question to you; who do you think should take up the role of Batman?
"Bring me back to love, bring me back to life."
Tags: Batman, DCU, Elseworlds, Flash (Barry Allen), Green Lantern (Hal Jordan), JLA, Superman, Who's Who in the DCU


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President Ram Nath Kovind discusses bilateral issues in Iceland
President Ram Nath Kovind on Tuesday thanked the Iceland government for understanding India's core concerns as he held talks with the country's president on strengthening bilateral political ties and economic partnership.
In a press statement after holding talks with Iceland President, President Kovind said the two sides took stock of their global partnership and discussed ways to add fresh momentum to it.
The two leaders agreed that terrorism poses a grave threat to humanity and committed to work together to strengthen the global fight against terrorism.
The President expressed concern over the deteriorating environmental conditions in the world.
India agreed to cooperate closely with Iceland on climate change, marine litter and other environment related issues.
After the talks, India and Iceland signed agreements and MOUs on fisheries collaboration, cultural cooperation and visa waiver for holders of diplomatic and official passport.
President Kovind will address the India-Iceland Business Forum today.


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He was voiced by Sam Riegel.
The Anime
Pandora the Conjurer was an world-famous professional stage magician and illusionist (namely, "the greatest illusionist and magician since Harry Houdini himself," as he put it). He had everything: money, fame, and was in love with his lovely assistant, Catherine (who was also his fiancée). But one of his escape tricks (which he had practiced many times) went badly wrong, injuring him and scarring his face. He fell into despair and drove Catherine away, never seeing her again afterwards.
Pandora then met Marik, who promised to return Catherine to him if he defeated Yugi. As a result, Pandora became one of his Ghouls.
In Battle City, Pandora trapped Yugi Muto in a duel in which buzzsaws would move closer to them whenever a duelist lost life points and cut the loser's legs off (in the 4Kids version, they were dark energy disks would move closer to them whenever a duelist lost life points and trap their souls in the Shadow Realm when their life points reached zero). He dueled using two Black Magicians who looked quite different from Yugi's own Black Magician. But Yugi defeated him anyway, and unlocked his shackles. Yami then saved Pandora from the buzzsaw before he could be cut (as Yugi believed that not even Pandora deserved to be amputated). Marik then spoke through Pandora to Yugi.
Video Games
Pandora the Conjurer appears as a boss in the video game, Yu-Gi-Oh! The Falsebound Kingdom. He appears as a minion of Scott Irvine, rather than Marik Ishtar. You fight him on the level "Lost Cause" in the Yugi Campaign in the Anker-Hill region. He uses his version of the Black Magician and two Dark Sleep-Inviting Lucifers. He would send seven soldiers to Yugi's party which consists of magic and dark monsters. After they are defeated, the player, preferably Yugi can fight him. Once defeated, Scott deletes Pandora's programming and when defeated for the first time, Black Magician #2 joins the list of monsters.
The GBA game The Sacred cards makes Arkana far more vicious and horrifying than his anime incarnation. he runs a card shop with an underground duel ring where the loser gets their legs cut off, in contrast to the anime where he only goes after Yugi.


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Cast your minds back to the end of last year and you might remember that we were all obsessed with Caroline Flack on Strictly Come Dancing. You might also remember however that host Claudia Winkleman was forced to abandon the job for a while, after her young daughter was involved in a horrific Halloween accident.
Her 8 year old daughter Matilda was left with severe burns after her supermarket costume caught fire, and although the family remained quiet at the time due to awful comments from internet trolls, Claudia has now spoken out for the first time about the traumatic incident.
In an interview with BBC's Watchdog, Claudia admitted that the accident had been "life changing" for both her and her daughter, and it's taken over in such a way they she "can't remember life before it".
She went on to confess her regret of purchasing the supermarket costume for Matilda of a hat, cape, stripey tights and a flowing skirt, which quickly caught fire after touching an open flame.
The programme reveals that Matilda's costume burnt like "a crackling ball of flame" to such an extreme degree that a neighbour suffered second degree burns while putting it out with his bare hands.
Matilda was left with severe burns, particularly to one leg, after the material "just kept reigniting and re-burning. And it is sticky, so it melts on the skin. It was horrific", the programme revealed.
Speaking about the devastating moment, Claudia said: "I was talking to somebody and then I heard her shout and she was on fire. It feels like she was on fire for hours, but the surgeon said it was probably just seconds."
"She went up is the only way I know how to describe it – it was a spark and she screamed out for me."
"It was like those horrific birthday candles that you blow out and they come back. It was really fast, it was fast, it wasn't fire like I'd seen", she added.
Offering caution to other parents, Claudia went on to say: "I would like parents on Halloween just to think about what they're going to put their kids in because I didn't, and it cost us."
It goes without saying that we hope Matilda is doing well with her treatment now, and wish her a straight-forward, full recovery. Claudia's Watchdog interview airs tonight at 8pm on BBC One.
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