Shabby Miss Jenn

Sunday, October 21, 2007

More....... Popo Leboy


Popo Leboy( Leo) and I were talking again today. I told him that I had added the story in the blog and how I'd loved doing the "interview" with him. My readers aren't his usual fan base....but you never know who might see him on here and where it may take him next.
He said that he was going to send me a different photo to place with the interview. I laughed. We have been back in touch for about 6 months now and the pictures I had of him to use...I'd found with doing research on the groups. He had never sent me any pictures.
So he sent me a few and I am opting to add this one instead of removing the other....... thought you all might enjoy ;)
Leo tells me he has been getting played on independant radio stations in his area. Has been in the top 10 with his songs.
He has been doing radio interviews and told me about a photo shoot for the album. He says he'll share a picture from that......guess we'll have to wait and see if he does!
You can't hear the music in this photo....... but feel...... you can sense the energy that it evokes.
I look forward to hearing more of his music. Spending the nights talking to him about writing his songs. I promise to share it all with you along the way.
Leo...... your energy inspires!
Bless you my friend!

Wicked Karma


~Wicked Karma~
Any ideas what I might be talking about with this? Its something I've always wanted and just wasn't sure which route to go about having it done.
I asked some questions.
Gave my thoughts and now its coming to life.
I am having a custom scent created for me!
A body spray...... a lotion..... candles.... tarts.....even incense!
I was getting bored with always wearing the same stuff. Anyone could have bought the same stuff and we'd be walking around the same.
COME ON....you know me......I am the one who likes to stand out in the crowd! LOL
So..... its going to be called "Wicked Karma" and its going to be a blend of Warm Vanilla with deep notes of spice, clove, nutmeg and allspice. Its being created right now for me and I can't wait to find out how it all came together.
heehee
Do I dare say......I might end up smelling "exotic"? LOL

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Had a few different folks asking about this pattern so thought I would add it into my blog for you all to access as well. You are able to instantly download the Angel Doll EPattern as soon as you have paid for her thru PayPal.

Happy Birthday Hannah! ~Oct 17th!

Just a quick moment to tell my niece .....

I adore your spirit.
You laughter makes my soul smile.
I am forever blessed to have you in my life.
My "Little Red".
I love you!

Your first 10 years have taught me so very much and I look forward
to the many other lessons you shall teach my heart.

Xo
T

Primmart Online Craft Show

Primmart is hosting another wonderful ONLINE Craft show and I am happy to announce that I am taking part in this one. I have been busy creating special dolls that hopefully you will fall in love with.

Look for Thru the Attic Door! Lots of wonderful surprises!

October 24 - November 7 2007

Popo Leboy


Popo LeBoy.
Who's that? Why am I writing about him? You are asking yourself these questions. The simple answer is....it's not to often that you can say that you watch quietly from the side as a friend starts to really shine.
(And those that know me well also know that I am hardly ever quiet about anything !Thats why you're reading about this here!LOL)
Leo, as I know him.... is working on a solo album and over the course of our friendship, I am always asking him questions. Learning bits and pieces. I thought it might make for an interesting article for you all to read.
What is the first memory you have of the sounds of music touching your soul?

"Strong melodies ... can't remember the songs or the titles but I remember strong melodies, stuff that my dad used to listen to ... it was peaceful music, sweet, it sounded like Harry Belafonte, with an Carribean flavour .. in one of those songs the chorus used to be "amigo, amigo, amigo" beautiful song lol .... and also instumental music ... same as traditional music from my country that my mom used to play ..."~ Popo Leboy
You are involved with 2 groups ( AfroConnexion and ZPN) as well as branching out with a solo sound of your own.
How did you meet the others in the groups?

"ZPN is my cousin ... so I met Lynx through another buddy musician ... we started by jammin' ... me on the bass and him on the guitar ... then he met ZPN through me and the rest is history ... "~Popo Leboy.
When did you decide you wanted to try something musical on your own?

It's always been a plan .. but the trigger came when I realized that I was putting a lot of energy and talent on stuff that were not necessarily coming back to me or me not not getting the proper recognition, u knowow, just being in the shadow of other people .. so I had to confront my fears and make the big jump .. very happy that I did that ... should have done it before, but hey, everything will have its own timing .. so I guess the time was right."~Popo Leboy
How do you decide the songs you record?

The feel, the vibe ... the songs come from what I call the D Channel or divine network ... we are all logged in to it, and we download stuff such as sounds, melodies, lyrics etc ... the chorus of my song "The Way of the Groove" came straight from a dream ... I woke up right away and wrote it ... the original song was in French ... I wanted to do an English version but didn't put my mind into it yet .. and it came by itself in a dream :) ... so I'm only being a doorway from the divine, I leave my heaven gates opened and let songs come through and the recording is only the materialization of what's already there ...

Do you write your own songs? If you do, where do you find your inspiration?

yes I write my own songs ... inspirations, well, see previous answer ... and I should add that sometimes an instrumental will tell u the words .. some words come out on their own to match a melody or vice versa ... but sometimes I also decide that I wanna write on a certain subject such as sex, love, or specific subjects in the human affairs etc ... and then let my spirit download what I need ...
Do you come from a musical family?

kind of ... there is music in my family for sure .. it comes from my mom ... she always sang and still sings all the time .. at home at church etc ... I have a little brother who's in music as well in Europe ... a little sis who flirted with music a lot .. but now works for the world bank in Brussels ...
How'd you decide to start playing bass? Play anything else?

well bass just came to me as an obvious thing ... I think that even while being a kid, I always picked on the bass lines while listening to music ... I also play percussions ... used to play drums but lack practice big time now ...

What style of music do you listen to in your home?

Brazilian jazz, bossa nova, latino jazz, salsa stuff, instrumental music, lounge music, Zairean music (or Congolese music since Zaire is now called the Congo) old school stuff that includes Michael Jackson etc ...

Name 3 artists that influence your style.

Bebel Gilberto (brazilian) and various brazilian artists, Various artists in zairean music, various artists in urban/soul/neo soul stuff, some great french lyricists such as Joe Dassin, Serge Gainsbourg etc ... the influences are pretty wide .. but again I don't rely on them when I write or compose. I guess it's what comes out of me ... a combination of my background, upbringing, and the melting pot of different cultures and life experiences that I have within myself ... I lived in a lot of different countries, I speak 5 languages, I guess I have multiple download sources ... LOL

What do you want folks to come away with when they listen to your music?
While I write and compose, the music belongs to me ... the minute it's out there, it no longer belongs to me, it becomes your property and belongs to you all ... so make it personal, make it your own personal experience, make it your own and see what you see, hear what you hear and enjoy it, cause at the end of the day, that's what really matters :)
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I was lucky enough to get a sneak peek....or I guess the right term would be sneak listen.....to a few of the songs. He is in the midst of recording more and I look forward to hear those as well. The ones I have heard, I've enjoyed greatly.
Popo Leboy.....my friend Leo......is going to touch many folks with his words and energy.
I bless you with nothing but well wishes on this journey you embark upon and I like being able to watch as you soar!
Xo
Tracy

Saturday, October 20, 2007

Sassphisticated! ~ where Hip woman shop!


Grab your wallet ladies and RACE over to my friend Marnie's new website!!!!!
I will admit that I had a bit of an "inside" scoop on this new venture for Marnie. She and I have been doing some talking and when I got a peek of these handmade purses....I swooped right in thru the back door and nabbed this treasure!
The quality is amazing! The fabric mix is funky enough for my tastes and yet I can wear it with everything. Its so roomy and holds everything I've tossed in! LOL
She has different sizes and styles. Something for everyone!
She also showcases a wild array of funky trendy necklaces and other jewlery pieces.
What are you waiting for????
She has something for you....... I just know she does!
Tell her Cedara sent you over! ;)

Curve ball

Sometimes LIFE tosses a few curveballs at you and you do your best to dip and dodge out of their way.......me.......not so great and missing them.
So slightly off track for awhile while I dusted myself off......

GET COMFY....... I'm about to catch you up on my life! LOL