In The Spotlight Vol 2 The Sleep When I'm Dead Pt 2 Tour mixtape

Well I released the second volume of my In The Spotlight mixtape.  This one was like a concept cd.  I wanted to do something for Billy Lyve more than just be the official photographer for Wisdom Court and to basically put a shine on artists that I hadn't been familiar with before doing the tour.  I took submissions from artists that performed at one or more of the tour shows that went from Herndon, VA to Centreville, Md on the Eastern Shore.

Some I had no idea who they were or even if I was going to like their music.  I receive 15 tracks and had to listen to all of them and try to piece and part them together.  For me it was about how is this track going to fit with the track before it and how would it all flow.  Now I don't claim be be anything but a lover of music so I put things together like I like them.

So I finally got all the tracks and put them together and it just so happened that my godsons were at the house and this is a video of the 1 yr old vibing to Country Haze and Jay Bruno's Str8 East Coasting.





My whole reason for even doing the series to give people a chance to be heard by people who have never heard of them.  Trying to help in ways that maybe no one else is willing to help!!

So I hope that some at least go and take a listen if not download!!  There are 2 links!! Thanks to everyone who has my back with the things I try to do!!  It is truly appreciated!!

http://www.datpiff.com/Dj-Double-P-In-The-Spot-Light-Vol-2-mixtape.288340.html

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=EEQRO167

My Thoughts.....

Well the list came out a few days ago on who was nominated for The Baltimore Crown Awards that will be held on Nov 5th at 5 Seasons.  And there were alot of familiar names and some new names this year.  Yes I was nominated for Photographer of the Year and I thank everyone who nominated me.  And no I really don't think I will win this year but still to know that I have my own "fans" that love what I do, is heartfelt and puts a smile on my face.

For me the big news was that Wisdom Court had over 12 nominations for the company its self as well as it's members and those affiliated with Wisdom Court.  To me that means I made the right decision to be apart of this company.

I haven't really addressed that situation and maybe no one really cares but I think I want to explain not need to explain what has happened.

I have been supporting local music and artists since I met B.O.M.B.  I was never officially M.I.B. but I was of course a supporter and to some family.  Actually, I still am.  I just seen B.O.M.B. and Doc Baltimore today as a matter of fact.  LOL    Ok back to the story....I was never apart of any one team, clique or business.  I slowly became the Baltimore Paparazzi and had my own identity no matter how much people wanted to combine my face and name with someone else.  I was and will always be Lisa or the Baltimore Paparazzi.

I met Billy Lyve.  I had been hearing about Wisdom Court and it seemed like they came from no where but in fact had started out in the county and gained a fanbase there and then came into the city which I think was about the best move.  The city doesn't seem to try and get fans.  But that's another story!!

So I met and talked with Billy and became a fan and supporter.  I liked what I seen.  Not just music wise but on the whole business aspect.  I have been hollering this is a business treat it as such for so long and it was like no one wanted to listen to me.  But Wisdom Court gets it.  It is a company, a business and it's a family.  There is alot of support.  Everyone has a job that they have to do and they do it without complaining or making excuses about why they can't do it!

So when I was asked to be the official photographer for the Sleep When I'm Dead Pt 2 tour I said sure.  And then when I was asked to be a part of the Wisdom Court business I didn't even have to think about it.  I am still Lisa the Baltimore Paparazzi but I'm also Wisdom Court and we all bring something to the table.  When I was going through some issues and problems I got phones calls and messages making sure I was good because it was only a few that knew I was going through something.  But these people cared about me and not for what I could do for them and never have I felt like I was being used by anyone.  Business is business.

So with that all being said, again thank you to all of those who nominated me as well as those members of Wisdom Court for all the awards. I am so blessed to have so many people who appreciate what I do.

Benefit for Brandy and Yuk

On September 1, 2011 at Sonar, a benefit show was put together for Yuk aka Mr. Livewire who recently celebrated the birth of his daughter Kaylee only to lose his wife at the same time. So the out-pour of compassion, love, concern and caring started with well wishes and offers to try and help this now single father of 4 through messages on Facebook as well as face to face at events.  Tay Tay of Tayland Promotions then put together a benefit show where the space at Sonar was donated, the flyer and djing was donated by DJ Jabril and everything that was taken in at the door went to Yuk and his family as well as people donating clothing.

The performances were picked by Yuk.  He wanted it to be a celebration for Brandy and that's what it was!! The night ended with Yuk performing and the last song was the one he wrote for Brandy after she had passed.  As I looked around I could see tears in the eyes of a lot of people. 

Sometimes it's not about you but someone else who may be going through things worse than you!

If you are interested in helping you can contact me, Tay Tay, or Yuk for more information!  

Below are just a few of the 517 pictures I took that night!  Even if you aren't a friend of mine on Facebook you should be able to see the pictures!!

  

  

  

  

  

  

 

 

 

 

The Finale: Sleep When I'm Dead Pt 2 Tour

Well the tour finale was the most awesomest show!!  Yes I know that awesomest isn't a real word but there aren't any words to describe the energy and fun that was had by all on July 23, 2011 at Memphis on Main St in Reisterstown, Md.

I got there early because for one I had never been there before and didn't know exactly how long it would take for me to get there and I sure didn't want to be late for this one!! The spot was really nice!! Alot different then Sonar,  5 Seasons, The Black Hole and Bourbon St.  It was more of an intimate atmosphere.

I already knew that this event was going to be a good one because Wisdom Court has rules.  LOL  All artists need to be there before the show starts and they start on time regardless.  So when I looked at 10pm and the spot was packed and ready to go it made me proud to be apart of it!  I'm so so so tired of the show suppose to start at 10 and artists don't want to go on first or second so they don't show up until 11.  Be glad I'm not doing shows!!  You go on at 10:30 and if you aren't there guess what???  You go last!

So the show starts and Permiss is hosting!!  He tries to give a moment of silence for KSwift but of course people at the bar were still talking.  SMH  It is what it is!!  The line up was a good one.  All artists that have been riding with Wisdom Court and who share in the success that comes with doing good business.  Here are some pictures that I took that night!!!

I am so proud to have been asked to be apart of the tour and to really see that there are artists and people who understand that this is a business and you have to treat it as one!!!!