Martin Garrix announces book: LIFE = CRAZY

Martin Garrix announces book: LIFE = CRAZY

Martin Garrix is stepping into new areas by starting his book, titled LIFE = CRAZY. LIFE = CRAZY will inform the visual story of Martin Garrix’ whirlwind life and livelihood, as observed through the lens of his personal photographer and friend Louis van Baar.

LIFE = CRAZY is a visual journey through the lifespan of the superstar DJ/producer in much more intimate detail than previously. Though his story has been told earlier, LIFE = CRAZY supplies a view that’s unmatched, with moments as well as the greatest events. 

The book supplies a opportunity to be a fly-on-the-wall at Martin Garrix’ extraordinary life, viewing exactly what it’so prefer to be behind the decks playing hundred thousands of individuals, and traveling all over the world into the most gorgeous locations on earth.

‘’I share so many amazing memories using Louis — it’s really unique that we have the chance to immortalize some of them in this book. Together with the MENO group we put something together that exceeded my expectations. I’m quite thankful that I can live my dream and have to experience a lot of moments that are amazing in this incredible journey. ’’ — Martin Garrix

 

Hundreds of photos taken by Van Baar over the last few years help build this intriguing story and provide a taste of their highs and lows that have his intense schedule. It is going to also demonstrate the other side of Garrix’s existence alongside family and his friends, providing a rare look into the man behind the songs. 

 

‘’This book is a wonderful way to return on this incredible journey and show people how chaotic and crazy that our life is. ’’ — Louis van Baar

 

The very first restricted numbered print run of the book is currently, and just available for pre-order in MENDO, where the book is going to be marketed only by October 17, following the distinctive launching during Amsterdam Dance Event.

Martin Garrix Performance Image by Van Baar

Martin Garrix Performance Image by Van Baar

Martin Garrix Image by Van Baar

Martin Garrix Image by Van Baar

Martin Garrix Performance Image by Van Baar

 

Illenium Shares His Struggles Through Letter to the Fam and Latest Single, “Take You Down”

Illenium Shares His Struggles Through Letter to the Fam and Latest Single, “Take You Down”

Illenium ‘Take You Down’

It can happen to anyone. Gender, race, social class.

America from coast to coast has been plagued by the opioid crisis. In 2016 alone, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention( CDC) determined more than 64,000 people died from drug overdoses. Many of us, including myself, have seen friends tragically pass away and families forever changed. It has become a national emergency for all of us to be aware of.

In a note to the fam, superstar DJ Illenium revealed his own personal battles with addiction.

Illenium, who’s real name is Nicholas Miller, conveyed his long battle with opiate addiction that eventually caused him to overdose on Heroin. In the message, the 27 -year old describes dark times in his life for him and his family as he toiled with the disease. The hope that so many go across seemed all but lost.

Miller credits music and his mother for saving his life, both of which have helped him stay clean to this very day. Further, the heartfelt message is the inspiration behind his song” Take You Down “. Read his letter to the fam below.

“Take You Down” originally debuted at the Global Dance Festival in Denver in July.

photo credit Global Dance Festival

It’s official release, which coincided with Illenium’s personal story, occurred on August 3rd. The song’s melody is powerful, with an uplifting tone seemingly designed for anyone going through a similar crisis. In addition, the high pitch vocals actually come from Illenium’s friend Tim James. For anyone going through the struggle, the track should come as a reminder that love, hope, and help always exists. It is never too late to change your life around, as Illenium once did.

Listen Illenium’s “Take You Down”:

See Illenium perform Live at:

Red Rocks Amphitheatre August 29th

Mishawaka Amphitheatre – Bellvue, CO August 30th

Breakaway Music Festival Nashville October 5th

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The music industry made $43 billion in 2017, but artists only took away 12% of it

The music industry made $43 billion in 2017, but artists only took away 12% of it

The music industry made $43 billion in 2017, but artists only took away 12% of itDJ SNAKE Photo By Eva Blue 07

Musicians’ struggles in today’s industry are well-documented. Royalties have plummeted as a result of downloading or streaming, with extended touring taking place of beatmaking as the prime kind of income. On top of all this, the teams behind these artists also have to make a living, cutting profits further.

It comes as no surprise, then, that Citigroup’s latest report on the music industry economy asserts that musicians only took home 12% of the $43 billion in revenue generated industry-wide in 2017. The cycle is a cruel one — creators often rely on publishers, tech companies, and other team members to help get their message out and allow them to make a living through their craft in the first place. However, the cost of this success is that these outside parties suck up greater amounts of income in return.

Citigroup didn’t paint an overly grim picture with its reporting. In fact, it posed potential paths of redistributing some of the revenues to the musicians that helped generate it in the first place. It foresaw two potential vertical integrating models, with one pointing to promoters and platforms like Spotify merging together. Or, Spotify and its ilk will cross into the label space as another form of vertical integration that would benefit artists. Finally, Citigroup also posed a horizontal model where different distribution platforms merge with one another.

Also, the fact that artists are taking a 12% stake in the industry is good news in itself — in 2000, that number was at 7 %. The report shows this to the increase of royalties via streaming subscriptions, and also growth within the concert business. Only time will tell how the industry evolves to tip the financial scales back in the artists’ favors.

 

H/T: Pitchfork

Photo credit: Eva Blu

 

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Lance Bass (almost) bought the Brady Bunch house. Yes, the NSYNC guy.

Lance Bass (almost) bought the Brady Bunch house. Yes, the NSYNC guy.

UPDATE Aug. 5, 2018, 10:11 a.m. ET

It’s not happening, folks.

Although Lance Bass informed the world on Saturday that his offer to purchase the Brady Bunch house had been “accepted,” he followed up that announcement with a statement overnight making it clear that he had spoken too soon. The home isn’t his. In fact, he’s getting the feeling now that he might have been nothing more than a pawn in a bid to drive up the house’s value.

” The next day, due to’ unforeseen circumstances,’ the same agent informed us that there’s another Corporate Buyer( Hollywood studio) who are interested the house at any cost ,” he wrote.” We were prepared to go even higher but[ were] entirely discouraged by the marketers[ sic] agent,[ who said] they will outperform any bid with unlimited resources .” Read more …

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