Frank and Derol Interview: Jessica

3 girls, 3 instruments, 3 personalities, booming out of the promise city  Los Angeles, California. Megan Park, Codi Caraco and Brandi Cyrus all know what it means to make simple yet effective music. I discovered them on Myspace, and got addicted to watching their video blogs. For three young girls, their sound is quite impressive, as well as their lyrical knowledge and knack for catchy melodies. I had a chance to interview Cody and Brandi, here is what they had to say: 

1) Where did the name Frank and Derol come from?
we like contradiction, anything that contradicts. and that name does. 
derol is also my dads name -codi

2) Were all 3 of you seperate artists before this collaboration?
codi was a solo artist
brandi has played with a few different bands

3) What was the first song you ever wrote together? How did you know 
your connection clicked?
a song no one has heard. we actually wrote it for the new twilight 
movie.
we just clicked.


4) Do you guys think your ever going to get a drummer? If so is it going to be a girl?
yes, probably not a girl though.

5) When do you find it hard to write?
when nothing comes out.

6) Anything in particular that inspires you?
pretty much everything. and the typical love and lust.

7) Where do you guys practice? How often?
we practice anywhere we can. sometimes at brandis, megans, and codis. 
we also practice at the gibson show room in beverly hills. we try to 
practice as often as we can.

8) Ultimate music goal?
travel the world playing our music.

9) Any dream instrument youd love to get your hands on?
oh too many

Think quick:
1) Crunchy or smooth peanut butter? Smooth
2) Private Jet or Private boat? Take a private jet to our private boat
3) Myspace or Facebook? Myspace
4) Current favorite hang out spot? The Studio
5) Favorite designer/brand? Anything that fits
6) Life is : Crazy 
7)Frank and Derol is: cool!
-brandi and codi

Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/frankandderol

Cover story on Tavi (aka Style Rookie) : Jamie

If you look across the internet, I am pretty sure that you are bound to find at least a handful of fashion bloggers. The '08/'09 craze of internet blogging, has become a well known thing with today's fashionista's. Ranging from lookbook, to superfuture, to weardrobe, to WAYWT?, and much more-- these well-rounded hipsters know what's in, and what's out, for the latest trends in today's fashion. Personally, catching up on fashion bloggers is in my daily routine. One of my personal favorites has to be Tavi K (aka Style Rookie). She is well known across a various amount of fashion websites for her unique style. She has a vintage flair, with this sense of some sort of edge to her look. Her style is absolutely adorable, and in no way does it reflect her age. What makes her so well known, and much appreciated, is the fact that she got recognized in the fashion world at the young age of twelve (now thirteen). Even her writing style in her blog is phenomenal for someone at that age! You would think that a thirteen year old girl would be stuck in the bubblegum princess era, but unlike the other girls, Tavi's passion for fashion shows incredulously through the way she dresses and the way she expresses herself in her blog. At thirteen, I was still listening to blink-182, and wearing my skater tee's and ripped up jeans. I didn't start getting into the whole idea of fashion and the industry itself until the beginning of this year. Approaching eighteen, I feel such an admiration for Tavi, because already at thirteen, she knows more about fashion than I do! In reading her blog, you can obviously tell that she knows what she's talking about. All in all, Tavi's style is not only memorable, but leaves an impression that makes you want to see more, and wait for what amazing combinations of clothes she'll come up with next!

Tavi's blog: http://tavi-thenewgirlintown.blogspot.com/

Interview with PlantLove Jaye Campbell: Jessica

If you all didnt see my video blog, PlantLove is this great new organic make up line that you can buy at Sephora. Everything is natural and eco friendly, even the packaging it comes in! Some of the packaging contains seeds, so you can plant the paper and grow something! How cool is that! I had a short interview with Jaye Campbell, and here is some extra info he had to spill about the line. 

1) When did PlantLove Cosmetics first begin?

 PlantLove first began as a collection of eco-friendly lipsticks in January 2007 

2) What was the inspiration behind the line?

Beauty without compromise! 

3) Did you find it difficult to create make up that was eco friendly/ organic?

 It was a welcomed challenge, especially finding natural pigmentation that performed at a professional standard

4) Do you find the process takes longer?

Yes, we were first to market the PLA compacts in the cosmetics industry so it took a bit longer to find a manufacturing partner that could work with the material

5) What is the most beneficial part about using organic make up?

Using products that are not only good for you but also the environment, it doesn't get much better than that! 

Kira Plastinina: Teenage Fashion Designer: Paige

She has a knack for high fashion, the ambition some people would kill for and is considered to be the world’s youngest fashion designer!  Born and Raised in Moscow, Russia, Kira Plastinina debuted her clothing line in September of 2008 and with more than 54 outlets worldwide, this 16-year old designer has everything going for her.  With a collection of bright, funky, sequin-studded hoodies and dresses this rising business woman spends her free time approving sketches, choosing fabrics and modifying designs of her ever expanding clothing line while still managing to hand-in her homework on-time at the Anglo-American School in Moscow.  Her style brings a fresh look for girls while still leaving a little room for adventure when adding your own personal style to a Plastinina outfit.  This young Russian beauty is making her mark in the fashion industry and is inspiring girls of all ages to put themselves out there and chase their dreams.

Carrot Top: Cristina

So the other day I was in line at my local grocery store topping up on my new favourite drink Firefly (check it out!) and as I was waiting to pay my eyes feel upon a most shocking site…. the new cover of an Archie Comic! I know what you’re thinking, “What could possibly be so terrifying about our lovable carrot top?” And the answer is … nothing. Everyone at some point in their life has read an Archie Comic, I mean they were a childhood favourite and as the former collector queen I’ve always loved them. But I must say what I saw that day was truly disappointing. Although Betty and Veronica were always depicted wearing short skirt and skimpy bikinis but they always still looked classy, the new altered cover of the Archie Comics took it a touch too far. The female character’s bodies had been altered to make them more “voluptuous” and that is putting it gently! Their shirts were shorter, their tops lower, and their hips and their chest incredibly accentuated and exaggerated. It was actually really sad. Females have worked hard to earn the rights that we all take for granted in present day. Up until 1929 woman were not even considered people in Canada! It’s upsetting to think that this image of women is available for young children to buy! So all the women in the world must recognize that we must still hold dear the rights and principles that our fellow women before us have fought for and that you don’t need to wear a shirt as a dress to be sexy or beautiful! So stand up for yourselves! And as for the cartoonists at Archie Comics, GROW UP!

Moonface: Alene

This is a really random topic, but tonight I was driving home and I looked up at the moon because it just looked so beautiful. I’m at a red light, and I’m staring at it because something seemed off. I turned to my friend and said, “Doesn’t it look like the moon is smiling at us?” She replied with a simple, “Yeah.” Take this as a warning girls and boys, ladies and gentlemen, next time you see a full moon, take a good look. Tonight, I saw two eyes, a nose, and a friendly smile. It seemed as if the moon was looking right at me and smiling; it was unusual. I felt as if someone was watching over me.My friend sat beside me nonchalantly while I was gaping at it. It was one of the most amazing experiences. I really hope that one day one of you will get to see the face on the moon if you haven’t already seen it. Give us some feedback if you’ve ever noticed anything like this, I’d love to hear your stories!

Muchlove,
Alene

Blackbud Interview: Cristina

The first time I heard this talented band, I paused astonished at what I heard, hope. Blackbud is proof that good music still exists and that their are alternatives to the garbage on the radio. There song "Road to Nowhere"captivated my attention in a way only The Fab Four have ever managed to do. This band has a bright future ahead of them and their music should be a must on everyones ipod playlist. So check them out ASAP!

1) State a bit about yourselves.
Joe Taylor-Guitarist and singer, and the source of Blackbud's songs.  
Adam Newton- Bass, and depite the extremely friendly exterior lurks a  
somewhat angry young man. Sam Nadel- Certainly not your average rock  
drummer!

 2) How did you all meet?
We were young aspiring musicians, looking for a way to skip school,  
the band formed during school time.

3) How did you come up with Blackbud?
Blackbud is one of a few names we used in the beginning, over time the  
stories have changed, one probable explanation is that Joe was in an  
unknown location, and saw the reflection of a flower against the sun.

 4) What kind of audience are you trying to reach?
We would like to reach each and every person.

5) First song ever written together
That has to be the blues funk classic 'Do ya know' lol.

 6) Favorite gig/band memory
We had some great gigs in Moles Club in Bath UK, an underground cellar  
type venue.

 7) Who are your musical idols?
We have a wide sphere of influence between us, so I'll a very brief  
summary: Paco de Lucia, Jimi Hendrix, Dylan, The Police

 8) Whose currently most played on your ipod?
The only cool thing I thought came out recently was the MGMT album,  
but in answer to the question mostly the Beatles!

Think Quick
1) is the glass half full or half empty? Half full
2) salty or sweet? Salty Bazouki
3)blondes or brunettes? Brunette
4)pepsi or coke? smoke?

Hope you guys come to Canada soon!
We hope so too  We spent a few weeks in Toronto while recording our 1st Album, so we
have a connection to Canada that way. Dave Bottril was producing. The Drake
hotel was awesome and the café next door... we had a really creative time
over there.

http://www.blackbud.co.uk/