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Within the sub-plot of every episode, music is given consideration as to how it might keep the audiences attention. The majority of the music in each episode comes from Independent music artist. One notable exception; Case the award winning artist that brought you hits like Missing You, Faded Picture (in a broken glass), Happy Ever After, appears in the Open Eyes episodes. Lovely from Case's latest works "The Rose Experiment" is in the episode soundtrack. There are similarities to New York Undercover; just like in that television series gave rise to then lesser know artist and music at the time: Mary J Blidge, Jodec, and others, Atlanta Homicide is doing likewise! Artists are being featured in the soundtracks, closing credits and video mash-ups. These artists are not short on talent; they just need a little more exposure!!

Add these names to your playlist: Monica Matthews, Kai Alece, Lab Ratz, Dead Broke, Alvin Smith, Mike Moore and others. Stay tuned for more artists; if you want your music considered for use in an Atlanta Homicide episode or video, drop me an email at music@nottheads.com.

His roots, his character, his soul are all evident in his brush strokes.  grew up in small town Quincy, Florida, in a predominantly African American neighborhood where art was rare and artists were an anomaly.  While other children played games and sports, Mitchell found refuge in drawing and painting, expressing himself and his emotions through images inspired by daily life in his hometown.

"My work is not about color; it's about life.  Once you get to know your subjects, you can develop a love that comes through in your work.  In the end, you hope you can do something that will help people come together.  Emotions are universal, no matter what color the skin." - Dean Mitchell

Mitchell's work evokes his ardent desire to imbue each image with dignity, compassion, pride, and respect.  He paints the world that is most familiar to him, finding iconic power in the portraits of family and lifelong friends, the weathered facade of a ramshackle barn, or doorways along a deserted New Orleans street.  With the touch of a master, Mitchell evokes the triumph and transcendence of the ordinary.  His crisp lines and distinctive color palette transform compositions of light and shadow into impassioned images of honor and reverence, humanity and hope.

Mitchell is being filmed for a Public Broadcasting Service special.  They are making a documentary on his life.  The public's interest in his career snowballed after he was pronounced..

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Sweet to the taste, rich and creamy Chocolate Soul as a topping, desert or artful expression is the movement being served just south of the Georgia border.  Chocolate Soul is a series of performance showcases, dance and party event held about once a month in Tallahassee, Florida. IsReal and Terrance Darnell produce, host, recruit talent and perform; like master chefs', they are dishing out generous portions of the chocolate delights.  It really doesn't matter how you like your chocolate dark, bitter-sweet, creamy, fudge or milky, this event is truly more than a show!

It's a blend of a different kinds of expressions, it not just the music; it's the artwork, the music, the people, the atmosphere, the positive vibe.  IsReal says..  "Chocolate Soul constantly pushes the limits musically to create an atmosphere forcing your expectation of a social gathering to take new forms."  As innovative as the deserts in your favorite recipe book, the chefs' give it to you, how you like it and in ways you don't expect with no additives, or preservatives; LIVE. The room is dimly lit, with chairs, couches, tables, stage lights, guys playing with knobs, and the steady stream of movement.

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Disclaimer:  This promotion and event is not affiliate with Chocolate Soul Entertainment Group; Hollywood, California in the use of the trademark "Chocolates Soul".

Some memories last a long time and some memories quickly fade. If you write it down then it's not up to those who witnessed, and those that tell the stories, to pass on the events of days gone by. Memories, as plentiful as the beads of sweat dripping on a catcher's face on a hot Sunday afternoon; memories, vivid as the crack of the bat on a line drive through the gap rolling to the fence and the roaring crowd on an autumn day; memories that you keep and share for a lifetime.  Where are the tales of the Clash of the Titians; the cat with the blazing fastball versus the slugger who hits balls so hard that they cry for forgiveness for approaching the plate; like it was the last wish to be hit so far that it would not have to be punished again.  The border wars, the small towns, back roads, dirt fields... 

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Just as Miles, Quincy Jones and Winston Churchill have endured for generations so has the cigar. Thought of as luxury, celebration and lifestyle item, the cigar has always been associated with indelible memories. The rebirth of cigars, again! In the 90's fueled by the Cigar Aficionado's superstar covers; today, Hip Hop icons; cigars the  new magnets for consumption. Hip Hop has a way of supercharging product endorsement, and sales. Jay-Z's new Manhattan sports club, 40/40, opened last month with a cigar room. A cigar "gives you an air of invincibility," the rapper says, "You feel unstoppable. It's the guy's version of stopping to smell the roses. USA Today reported, at parties in Los Angeles and the Hamptons, Zino Platinum cigars  considered the "Cristal of cigars" were given out as part of the festivities. Jay-Z, who says he has smoked cigars "on and off since 1996, " is partial to Zino Platinums, which come in large silver matchboxes of three cigars for $87 to $127.

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I want to use this space and time to create connections that endure. The connections do not have to be personal, but the responses should be. I hope that my blog enlightens, inspires and encourages people to communicate.