El Sonero Mayor

      The other day I was watching Latin Music U.S.A. It was a 2 part PBS special on the origin of many Latino musical genres from Latin Pop to reggaeton to name a few. During the salsa segment, they discussed how Fania Records started and everything they accomplished around the world. Fania had a crazy lineup that consisted of Johnny Pacheco, Celia Cruz, Willie Colon and the legendary Hector Lavoe. After watching the great show, I was in a mood to listen to the smooth yet hardcore salsa joints from the 70’s. While cleaning the crib and listening to salsa, I realized I’ve forgotten (shame on me) to put on “El Sonero Mayor” Ismael Rivera.

     For those who don’t know, this Puerto Rican brother was a musical beast. Ismael did it all from singing boleros with a smooth delivery like “Mi Negrita Me Espera” and “Si No Te Veo Mas” to singing some nasty hardcore salsa like “La Soledad” and “Que Te Pasa A Ti”. Even the great Hector Lavoe said ismael was his favorite artist. I feel like I had to write something on him after listening to his music. What I admired though about him was that he was one of the few Latino artists that constantly represented Puerto Rico but also sung about his deep African roots. Songs like “Las Caras Lindas” where he sings about his beautiful Black people from Puerto Rico, Panama and everywhere else in the world. His versatility and originality shined in “Profesion Esperanza”. In that song, it switches back and forth from salsa to bolero and my man Ismael sings that he’s proud of being Puerto Rican and doesn’t want to kill his own people and see his beautiful country fall victim to war. My personal favorite (and my brother Alex’) “El Incomprendido”. Wooow this song is crazy and raw. In this classic, El Sonero Mayor says he’s always misunderstood and that no one likes the way he is and because of that he will die a lonely man. He doesn’t know why no one understands him because he’s a “negrito chevere”. Ismael’s career lasted almost 40 years. In Puerto Rico, October 5th is Ismael Rivera Day. How real is that?!?!

     I just felt like I had to write a little something on Ismael Rivera. A musical legend that sung about love, pain, loss, happy times and loneliness. A man that was proud of being Puerto Rican, represented his African roots to the fullest and showed love to his Latino brothers and sisters. He’ll always be “El Sonero Mayor”.

By: Ariel Navarro
anivelonline.com

The Freaks Of Nature?

Who Are The Freaks Of Nature?

Chris Morales- Creative Director/Artist

A brilliant mind aimed towards the enlightenment of the new and free thinker, Chris Morales has found his niche in the world of art both as a musical artist and as a bridge for new artists of all forms to allow their creativity, to shine through “The Freaks of Nature”. Open-minded and intellectual, Chris has a deep understanding of where art is headed and more importantly how it can change the world. Calling the creative shots behind the scenes of F.O.N., Chris aspires to share his talent along with the passions of leaders of the fashion world, artists, and up and coming musicians. Chris can be spotted across New York City rubbing elbows with creative minds and constantly discovering new and exciting forms of art with every step he takes.

“If I can change the world before I die, I don’t need to go to heaven”

-Chris Morales

 Edgar Bolanos- Graphic Designer/Artist

Inspired at a young age by New York City’s graffiti and street art, Edgar Bolanos has a never ending respect and talent for raw art that inspires the mind and soul. While we live through this time of constant change, Edgar searches for symbolism, creativity, and individuality in art, from paintings on walls across the city to canvas works which challenge the thoughts of all who come across them.Though quiet and humble, Edgar’s skill has allowed him to be a worthy critic of what’s new and what people need to see. Art is his passion, not just a hobby. Through art he feels the world can communicate without speech. With working-class values and a desire for purity and meaning in art, Edgar hopes to leave a lasting impression on art fanatics and make a positive impact on society as a whole.

“Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited to all we now know and understand, while imagination embraces the entire world, and all there ever will be to know and understand.”
 -Albert Einstein

 Michael V Cappiello- Editor/Writer

Deeply rooted in New York City’s diversity and reputation for going against the grain, Michael Cappiello has found himself through observation and a constant hunger for creating and finding pieces of work that inspire and help individuals conquer adversity and overcome obstacles. With elegant agression, Michael hopes to capture the attention of those on a constant quest for the beauty of nature and the ability to live out dreams. His open mind and yearning for education and life lessons through all places, people, and everyday events has made him strong in his opinions and critical of his own work which he hopes to share with those who have a burning desire to better themselves.

“Walk with instinct, Act with logic.”

-Michael Cappiello

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Hollywood Needs More Sugar

Hollywood Needs More Sugar (Brief Thoughts of Dominican Characters in Hollywood Films)

“Tige Woo, Tige Woo I lie hin” proclaims Peoples Hernandez in the 2000 sequel of the blaxploitation classic film Shaft. Jeffrey Wright plays the antagonist Peoples; a ruthless Dominican druglord. Insert stereotypes here. From the broken English to the naked women working in a drug lab in an apartment in Washington Heights. In this rather bland film, Peoples steals the show from everyone including Shaft himself. He is brash and hilarious. Even my friends still till this day recite his lines (“I go lie dis in wan eigh wan, three peepo die in Riversie”). I mentioned Shaft because it stands out as a film that has Dominican as drug pushers and quite frankly as a huge film buff and being Dominican, I’m tired of it. You have films like Pride and Glory that portrays Washington Heights in only a negative way with Dominican dealers running wild. You also have Carlito’s Way. There’s a small but famous scene where Carlito shoots up the Dominican thugs in the pool hall. “OKAY I RELOADED”. Remeber that!!! Finally, you have a little known and poorly made film called R’ Xmas. This one is about (you guessed it) a Dominican high level drug dealer that gets kidnapped and it’s up to his wife to save him. You guys obviously see the pattern. That’s why this year, it was refreshing to see a film that came out of Hollywood and is so different. Enter Sugar.

Jeffrey Wright as Peoples Hernandez

Algenis Perez Soto as Sugar

Sugar is a beautifully shot, acted and made film about a young Dominican pitcher that encounters hardships trying to make it in the big leagues and at the same time, getting himself and his family out of poverty in the Dominican Republic. It sounds like you’ve seen a film like this before but i assure you, it’s a different and very deep film. First, the acting is realsitic and at times intense. Everything from the music and even the slang is downright authentic. Director Ryan Fleck (who made another unseen gem called Half Nelson) kills all cliches and makes a film with real characters and situations. I think everyone should watch this brilliant and important film.

In conclusion, being a film buff I just want to see more challenging and thought provoking films with Dominican characters to come out of Hollywood. Films that make you think about them long after the final credits roll. Sugar is out on DVD/Blu-Ray.

Ariel Navarro
anivelonline.com

Scha Sadozai is…

Scha Sadozai is a professional photographer working in New York City for the past 7 years.
His work has been published in international publications. He also shoots for major fashion houses and modeling agencies.
Scha studied photography, video production and video editing and has a degree in Communications with a minor in photography from St.Johns University.

He shoots fashion, headshots, portraits, still life and events.
To view more of his work or for bookings, please contact him via email at scha127@gmail.com or via phone at 917 254 3954.

ambicion

Nueva York has chosen The Wright Brothers first Flight theme to create our latest concept. This great accomplishment by the Wright brothers is such a monumental step of progress and  is the reason why we tribute their work. The first flight was accomplished through hard work, persistence and long hours of dedication, the key formula for success. We named our design “AMBICION” witch means Ambition in Spanish and with it we send a message to all young men and women with dreams of making a positive impact in society today. Our message with this theme is that we should aim high and fulfill our dreams not by hardly working but by working hard, Our Ambition is the road to success.

Ambicion is a limited edition design that was manufactured in two different styles, the long sleeve tee (Black & Red) (Navy & White) and The Alternative Earth hoodie fleece (Charcoal & Ivory). All available in limited numbers exclusively at: Nostylgia Boutique 251 Dyckman St (212.304.0337) or shop at : anivelonline.com

Wright brothers From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

 

The Wright brothers, Orville (August 19, 1871 – January 30, 1948) and Wilbur (April 16, 1867 – May 30, 1912), were two Americans who are generally credited[1][2][3] with inventing and building the world’s first successful airplane and making the first controlled, powered and sustained heavier-than-air human flight, on December 17, 1903. They are also officially credited worldwide through the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale, the standard-setting and record-keeping body for aeronautics and astronautics, as “the first sustained and controlled heavier-than-air powered flight.” In the two years afterward, the brothers developed their flying machine into the first practical fixed-wing aircraft. Although not the first to build and fly experimental aircraft, the Wright brothers were the first to invent aircraft controls that made fixed-wing flight possible. The brothers’ fundamental breakthrough was their invention of three-axis control, which enabled the pilot to steer the aircraft effectively and to maintain its equilibrium.[4] This method became standard and remains standard on fixed-wing aircraft of all kinds.From the beginning of their aeronautical work, the Wright brothers focused on unlocking the secrets of control to conquer “the flying problem,” rather than developing more powerful engines as some other experimenters did. Their careful wind tunnel tests produced better aeronautical data than any before, enabling them to design and build wings and propellers more effective than any before.Their U.S. patent 821,393 claims the invention of a system of aerodynamic control that manipulates a flying machine’s surfaces. They gained the mechanical skills essential for their success by working for years in their shop with printing presses, bicycles, motors, and other machinery. Their work with bicycles in particular influenced their belief that an unstable vehicle like a flying machine could be controlled and balanced with practice.[10] From 1900 until their first powered flights in late 1903, they conducted extensive glider tests that also developed their skills as pilots. Their bicycle shop employee Charlie Taylor became an important part of the team, building their first aircraft engine in close collaboration with the brothers. The Wright brothers’ status as inventors of the airplane has been subject to counter-claims by various parties. Much controversy persists over the many competing claims of early aviators.

Nueva York first Ad campaign concept! We are urban.

 

anivelonline.com presents the first  Nueva York  promotional concept:  We are Urban,  featuring: Geronimo Jr. and photographer Scha Sadozai at 127 Photography (Scha127@gmail.com)

About Miopuma.

miopuma:
Born and raised mostly in NYC, studied in vocational schools since the sixth grade and spent time in Miami and Dominican Republic. A formally trained fashion designer with love for the streets; some of my Influences are urban youth, telenovelas and fashion. One of the main ideas is exploring the concept of uptown aesthetics from a female perspective, focusing solely on the gender and current lifestyle trends.

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