Red goes into work, gathers her things and walks out. No clear back up plan. No financial nest egg to speak of. Nothing more than her general disdain for conformity and insatiable desire to fulfill her lifelong dream. Red leaves her Chicago home to see what the rest of the world has to offer. She packs up her car and heads out on an impromptu “tour” alone.
Red Summer is an educator, a mother, a foster-mother, a grandmother, an author, a publisher, a public speaker, a recording artist, an activist, an entrepreneur, a full-time touring artist, a lesbian and a Muslim. This all makes her an impossible fit for the standard sized box, and ordinarily, none of these things would seem to work together. But Red Summer is not an ordinary woman.
Chasing Summer is a virtual shotgun ride on a personal journey that is sure to be as elaborate as Red Summer herself. Her love for poetry and music makes it an artistic journey. While her passion for history, travel and culture drives a spiritual mission to overcome the past and redefine the future. All the while, Red’s intricate love and colorful family life convey her journey with generous detail.
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This was amazing! Red Summer can bring it! I'm loving the jazz feel, I love the interviews and comments, and of course, I loved Red's performance :D
Very Nice,
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Absolutely fabulous!
This is a "feel good" piece ... it simply warms my soul.
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Sis...this is SOULFUL...I thoroughly enjoyed every part of it....Keep Pushing Forward towards your dreams~
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- spiritluvchild
- 9 months ago
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Beautiful....I am one of those "where are you now" people. This is one "reality" show I can get into because I know she is as real as they come. Looking forward to more episodes.
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- KennyDangerous
- 9 months ago
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Reality that's actually, reality!
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This is fascinating sis. I really enjoyed this. Can't wait to see the rest of your journey!
Love and Light,
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- LotusInBloom
- 9 months ago
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beautiful work, beautiful poetry, beautiful person... as the write-up said, she's definitely not an ordinary woman. red & carlos are off to an amazing start...
best of luck... we hope to see more soon!
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remarkable!
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- artistbaron
- 9 months ago
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This is wonderful. I have been to Memphis a few times but only experienced after i watched this.
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- mallorilois
- 9 months ago
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This is wonderful... The angles and the colors are warm and welcoming the music and your poetry soothing and sharing yourself developed a character in such a short period of time.. one I can identify with... bless up for your work love ... lovely journeys to you.
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- kvglanville
- 9 months ago
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Really enjoyed this Summer. It's refreshing to see an artist taking it on the road to do there thing. Who needs mainstream for anything. Keep at it girl!
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I am soooo loving this Red! This is really well put together...great energy, flow and soul. You captured the raw energy of a night performance...driving down the city streets on the way to a show. Simply excellent work my dear. I fell in love with it in the first 10 seconds no lie. WOW! Zeeza B-
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- TheEngine9Experience
- 9 months ago
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I think this documentary is awesome. It shows true Neo Soul and the journey of a woman's dream. Very impressive.
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- DanaDrawsand
- 9 months ago
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Simply at Awe not at the talent, although that is AMAZING, but the JOURNEY is something to behold.
Oh and is it just me or does anyone else see the irony in the battle for 1st that this piece has with Chris Brown's statement... Maybe I am just thinking too deep...
EASY LOVE to all....
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Truly enjoyed! You are an inspiration my sister! Love you! Keep on following your passion!
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could turn out to be a beautiful journey...interested to see more.
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i love to watch you do this thing called ART... your voice is important and i believe everything you say... i wanna say congratulations and i sincerely hope your work is put into broader rotation and if this is one vehicle that makes such a thing possible... go for it
warrior... you go for it... courageous... the way you pick up and move and move and leave in your wake only love and power and the knowing that something wonderful has taken place
i loved watching this and listening to you talk... while you driving on the road... it was nice to have that window into your journey and i would love to see and hear more
knowing summer
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I believe Muslim, Lesbian, mother... but Grandmother? Hell nawwww! .. ..Seriously, though... the vid is really good! I could definitely see it as a part of a documentary series on PBS.
I love PBS, so that is a compliment!OK, so I copied and pasted... Still supporting good art though!Respect!
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I truly enjoyed this peak into your journey..I wish you all the success and i hope that the masses can see what a jewel this is.
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- jupiter0307
- 9 months ago
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Love it... Can't wait to see the rest Red...good job Los ;-)
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- michelledennis1
- 9 months ago
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THE VIBE...THE FEEL...It feels soo real, soo warm...it makes me want to watch, listen, and expect the unexpected in something soo relateable-yet unfamiliar. I love it. "Chasing Summer"...I love it. I wish I could take this journey and share her experiences. I can't wait to see-no...experience the next episode.
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I had to come back and comment....... which gave me an excuse to hear the poem again...lol... this is absolutely beautiful.....KEEP GOING!!!!!!!
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- lekiahall1981
- 9 months ago
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Thanks for sharing this, Red! I love the warm, mellow mood of this segment. I could see you doing other segments based on your experiences in places like New Orleans and other chocolate cities.
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- onometopoeia
- 9 months ago
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Amazing to watch you enjoy and live your dream.... simply amazing...
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hey baby sis,
im proud of you.
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