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Hula hooper Amy Hatfield describes her experience with MarchFourth and what she enjoyed about the STAMP street performances in Hamburg. Watch the full documentary http://vimeo.com/21785067
Interviews from Was Ist Das? MarchFourth in Germany
The Was Ist Das? MarchFourth in Germany documentary film highlights the inner workings of M4 and their recent excursion to Europe in 2010. In large part, what makes the film compelling is the fact that very little media has been produced to highlight the diverse and wonderful personalities of this increasingly popular musical entity. There are copious amounts of fan-provided live clips on YouTube and other online video streaming sites. However, despite their attempt to court media opportunities not much in the way of thought provoking or intelligent discussion with band members exists to date. The Diggable Monkey is here to fill the void...
The interview outtakes from the Was ist Das? film further explore the perspectives of (6) long time band members: John Averill, Amy Hatfield, Dan Stauffer, Nayana Jennings, Sid Simpatico and Scalett Torrance. Each presents a unique view of their role and their experience with what is commonly referred to among band members as simply, "the Project". Out of costume and into a comfy seat, these kids weave a dynamic tale to satisfy among the most die hard of their fans...
As with the 29-minute documentary film, these pieces were developed for online consumption. Their sub 2-minute play duration were designed and fully intended to be consumed in a single sitting. As the editor, selecting comments from the Was Ist Das? interviews was something of a challenge. Much of what was discussed in the retrospective process was potentially useful to enhance the arc of the movie's narrative. We are pleased to release these comments in a more random and revised "short" format, so that viewers can enjoy their presentation in a more anecdotal or personal way. In a sense, we strike more at highlighting the individual rather than the band as a whole.
The eight year journey this tribe has traveled is extremely fertile storytelling soil. From our perspective, this conversational exploration has been a missed opportunity for both the band members and their fans. Our hope is that the series will in some small way help alleviate the expanding bottleneck of interest in "the Project" and recognize the stories of this incredibly unique little slice of humanity.
More info on MarchFourth:
http://marchfourthmarchingband.com
© 2011 Diggable Monkey Productions
http://diggablemonkey.comHula hooper Amy Hatfield describes her experience with MarchFourth and what she... more
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Cymbal player Dan Stauffer describes the international playing experience and why MarchFourth so effectively impresses the foreign audience. Watch the full documentary here http://www.vimeo.com/21785067
Interviews from Was Ist Das? MarchFourth in Germany
The Was Ist Das? MarchFourth in Germany documentary film highlights the inner workings of M4 and their recent excursion to Europe in 2010. In large part, what makes the film compelling is the fact that very little media has been produced to highlight the diverse and wonderful personalities of this increasingly popular musical entity. There are copious amounts of fan-provided live clips on YouTube and other online video streaming sites. However, despite their attempt to court media opportunities not much in the way of thought provoking or intelligent discussion with band members exists to date. The Diggable Monkey is here to fill the void...
The interview outtakes from the Was ist Das? film further explore the perspectives of (6) long time band members: John Averill, Amy Hatfield, Dan Stauffer, Nayana Jennings, Sid Simpatico and Scalett Torrance. Each presents a unique view of their role and their experience with what is commonly referred to among band members as simply, "the Project". Out of costume and into a comfy seat, these kids weave a dynamic tale to satisfy among the most die hard of their fans...
As with the 29-minute documentary film, these pieces were developed for online consumption. Their sub 2-minute play duration were designed and fully intended to be consumed in a single sitting. As the editor, selecting comments from the Was Ist Das? interviews was something of a challenge. Much of what was discussed in the retrospective process was potentially useful to enhance the arc of the movie's narrative. We are pleased to release these comments in a more random and revised "short" format, so that viewers can enjoy their presentation in a more anecdotal or personal way. In a sense, we strike more at highlighting the individual rather than the band as a whole.
The eight year journey this tribe has traveled is extremely fertile storytelling soil. From our perspective, this conversational exploration has been a missed opportunity for both the band members and their fans. Our hope is that the series will in some small way help alleviate the expanding bottleneck of interest in "the Project" and recognize the stories of this incredibly unique little slice of humanity.
More info on MarchFourth:
http://marchfourthmarchingband.com
© 2011 Diggable Monkey Productions
http://diggablemonkey.comCymbal player Dan Stauffer describes the international playing experience and why... more
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Scarlett talks about the Prinzenbar gig in Hamburg and what it's like to play to a smaller crowd in an intimate setting. Watch the full documentary here http://vimeo.com/21785067
Interviews from Was Ist Das? MarchFourth in Germany
The Was Ist Das? MarchFourth in Germany documentary film highlights the inner workings of M4 and their recent excursion to Europe in 2010. In large part, what makes the film compelling is the fact that very little media has been produced to highlight the diverse and wonderful personalities of this increasingly popular musical entity. There are copious amounts of fan-provided live clips on YouTube and other online video streaming sites. However, despite their attempt to court media opportunities not much in the way of thought provoking or intelligent discussion with band members exists to date. The Diggable Monkey is here to fill the void...
The interview outtakes from the Was ist Das? film further explore the perspectives of (6) long time band members: John Averill, Amy Hatfield, Dan Stauffer, Nayana Jennings, Sid Simpatico and Scalett Torrance. Each presents a unique view of their role and their experience with what is commonly referred to among band members as simply, "the Project". Out of costume and into a comfy seat, these kids weave a dynamic tale to satisfy among the most die hard of their fans...
As with the 29-minute documentary film, these pieces were developed for online consumption. Their sub 2-minute play duration were designed and fully intended to be consumed in a single sitting. As the editor, selecting comments from the Was Ist Das? interviews was something of a challenge. Much of what was discussed in the retrospective process was potentially useful to enhance the arc of the movie's narrative. We are pleased to release these comments in a more random and revised "short" format, so that viewers can enjoy their presentation in a more anecdotal or personal way. In a sense, we strike more at highlighting the individual rather than the band as a whole.
The eight year journey this tribe has traveled is extremely fertile storytelling soil. From our perspective, this conversational exploration has been a missed opportunity for both the band members and their fans. Our hope is that the series will in some small way help alleviate the expanding bottleneck of interest in "the Project" and recognize the stories of this incredibly unique little slice of humanity
More info:
http://marchfourthmarchingband.com
© Diggable Monkey
http://diggablemonkey.comScarlett talks about the Prinzenbar gig in Hamburg and what it's like to play to... more
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Bellydance Uncorked is a top-shelf monthly variety review in Portland, OR. Brought to you by Narcissa Productions, (Elise Morris, Jen Samson, and Endymienne Clark,) come join us to enjoy live music, vino, and the very best of bellydance, circus and burlesque artists that the Pacific Northwest has to offer!
Music by Negara. Featuring: Negara, Tiffany, Endymienne, Emily Alrick, Ashley Lopez, Jewels, Elise Morris, Nylaresh, and Jen Samson.
Video and editing by Kevin Balmer
© Diggable Monkey Productions
http://www.diggablemonkey.comBellydance Uncorked is a top-shelf monthly variety review in Portland, OR. Brought to... more
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May 27, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from the road. The bus breaks down on Hwy 58 near McCredie Springs, OR and delays the group while they wait for parts to arrive from.... somewhere.
More info on MarchFourth:
http://marchfourthmarchingband.com
Cover Photo by Gogo Bambino
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http://diggablemonkey.comMay 27, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from... more
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May 30, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from the road. Somewhere near Winnemucca, Aaron takes us through a little M4 bling production with his adjustable hat design and the new trophy.
More info
http://marchfourthmarchingband.com
Cover photo by GoGo Bambino
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http://diggablemonkey.comMay 30, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from... more
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May 31, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from the road. Daniel and the band chat with our host, Monk and enjoy the beautiful landscape from Granny's House just outside of Carbondale, Colorado.
More Info:
http://marchfourthmarchingband.com
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http://diggablemonkey.comMay 31, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from... more
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June 4, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from the road. The MarchFourth rhythm section and stilters are invited to play along on the finale of the last Quixotic Fusion show at Wakarusa 2011.
More info on Quixotic
http://quixoticfusion.com
More info on MarchFourth:
http://marchfourthmarchingband.com
© Diggable Monkey Productions
http://diggablemonkey.comJune 4, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from... more
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June 6, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from the road. During downtime at the overnight spot, Ryan takes charge of a formation rehearsal.
More info:
http://marchfourthmarchingband.com
© Diggable Monkey Productions
http://diggablemonkey.comJune 6, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from... more
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June 7, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from the road. The band opens fire on the venerable Exit/In, a 40-year old club in Nashville, Tennessee.
More info:
http://marchfourthmarchingband.com
© Diggable Monkey Productions
http://diggablemonkey.comJune 7, 2011 -- Trail Mix: A Life With Razzle Dazzle video diary with MarchFourth from... more
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A lot of people consider their pet their everything, but what if your dog or cat really WAS all you had in life? How far would you go to keep it safe?A lot of people consider their pet their everything, but what if your dog or cat... more
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Check out Portland's best hip-hop group Animal Farm in their new single "Pop Music". The song is on their upcoming album "Culture Shock" coming out May 17th. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6AI5T9RMqwCheck out Portland's best hip-hop group Animal Farm in their new single "Pop... more
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This hot new single features one of the greatest modern day rappers Talib Kweli, along with Portland's finest hip-hop group Animal Farm. The song "Test Of Time" has a great feel and has created a lot of buzz around the internet. Animal Farm's new album "Culture Shock" comes out May 17th. The link to the song is http://soundcloud.com/animalfarmteam/animal-farm-ft-talib-kweliThis hot new single features one of the greatest modern day rappers Talib Kweli, along... more
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Hoping to break through to the national scene, a Portland rock band figured it should trademark its name—but its application has been rejected, twice, on the grounds the name is racist, the Oregonian reports in a story picked up by Pat's Papers. The Slants are an Asian-American band with a large Asian-American fan base, and “in the larger sense, minorities should have the right to label themselves,” says the band’s manager and bassist. “We deserve the right to protect our name.”
The US Trademark Act says the feds can refuse a trademark if it "consists of or comprises immoral, deceptive, or scandalous matter; or matter which may disparage"; officials cited the section when denying the application, and pointed to uproars surrounding separate photos of Miley Cyrus and Spain’s basketball team with their eyes “slanted.” In an appeal that was rejected, the band got supporting statements from leaders in the Asian-American community. “This does not disparage Asian identity; it celebrates it,” noted one. The band is readying another appeal. The paper points out that both the Washington Redskins and rap group NWA have trademarks, while Jewish magazine Heeb was also denied.
http://www.newser.com/story/114952/the-slants-us-wont-trademark-bands-racist-name.htmlHoping to break through to the national scene, a Portland rock band figured it should... more
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As the Portland Police Bureau grapples with how to update its Taser policy, two federal lawsuits stemming from inappropriate Taser use suggest some city police aren't familiar with the current restrictions on their use.
The city settled both lawsuits, paying a total of $138,073 to two men who were Tased by police after they had surrendered. In each incident, the men were on their knees with their hands locked behind, or on their heads when they were tased.
One man's back was to the officer when he was shot with no warning, an arbitrator found based on witness statements, although the officer said she had shot him in the stomach.
Both men were charged with misdemeanors ranging from interfering with police to harassment. Separate juries cleared both of them and some charges were dismissed.
The officers violated bureau policy by using the Taser against people who were "passively resisting," according to testimony from the criminal trials and civil depositions. But no discipline was issued.
Portland attorney Matthew McHenry represented both men in their lawsuits.
"These cases exemplify why law enforcement needs new and better training on Taser use," McHenry said. "They both struck me as a case in which the Taser was used against people who were not a threat."
Portland's current policy -- which allows police to use a Taser when someone physically resists or displays the intent to physically resist – is more permissive than other cities' and model guidelines. The city auditor's office has recommended a more restrictive policy.
A federal appeals court ruled in December that police can be held liable for using a stun gun against an unarmed person who poses no immediate threat. Deputy City Attorney Dave Woboril said that Portland's current guidelines on Taser use are not precise enough and need to be improved to better guide officers.
In late January, the city paid $81,766to settle a federal civil rights suit filed by Hung Minh Tran, a commercial insurance broker, against Officer Jennifer Thompson.
The settlement came after a stinging rebuke from an arbitrator, who found that the officer's sworn testimony conflicted with that of four witnesses and Tran.
"Officer Thompson denies deploying her Taser against Tran while he was on his knees, facing away from her, but based upon the testimony of several witnesses, I find that she did," arbitrator Alan Bonebrake wrote, adding she deployed probes into Tran's back.
"This was unnecessary, unreasonable and an excessive use of force," he wrote. Tran proved he was deprived of his civil rights from the use of the Taser, assault and Thompson's negligence, the arbitrator found.
The encounter between Tran and Thompson happened Nov. 24, 2007 when the officer responded to the report of a woman assaulted at the Cheerful Tortoise bar, near Portland State University.
When Thompson arrived, the victim and her boyfriend were outside. As the officer was talking to them, Tran stepped out of the bar. The boyfriend accused some of Tran's friends of being involved in the assault, and two began arguing.
Thompson ordered Tran back into the bar. Tran admitted that at first he refused in order to defend his friends, who the boyfriend claimed were involved. "He says it wasn't me. It wasn't my friends, then goes back in," Tran's attorney told jurors.
The officer testified that Tran pushed her and then went inside. She followed to arrest him. Thompson said Tran struggled and knocked her into a stack of chairs.
Tran testified that he didn't know who was grabbing him from behind, and he struggled to get away. When he realized it was a police officer, he said he complied with Thompson's requests and she dragged him back outside. He said the officer knocked him into the chairs.
Once outside, the officer's account drastically differed from Tran and witnesses.
Tran said Thompson was giving him confusing commands, such as go against the wall, back up against the wall, and back away from the wall. He didn't understand what she wanted so he did what he's seen on TV: got down on his knees, with his hands locked behind his head, facing away from her, "so I'm not a threat."
"I did not ever see a Taser. I was not warned about a Taser," Tran testified. "All I remember is getting Tased in the back, and I didn't know where that was coming from."
At the trial, he showed photos of bruises to his back. Police didn't take photos.
Thompson wrote in her report that once outside with Tran, she pulled her Taser. In her deposition, she said she probably did not warn Tran she was going to fire it, as policy requires. Her report said Tran had his hands up in the air, saying "OK, OK."
"After the physical contact, twice pushing me, I decided to pull my Taser to get some compliance because he wasn't complying with me physically. It wasn't specifically at that second. It was everything to that point."
Not until her cross-examination did Thompson say anything about drawing her Taser, reholstering it and accidentally firing probes into her holster when she reached to draw it out again. Thompson testified she probably didn't put the safety on. She testified that Sgt. Cory Roberts told her to leave the accidental discharge out of her report since it wasn't used against Tran then.
She said she then used the stun gun against Tran's stomach and handcuffed him.
As a result of their encounter, Thompson never talked to a witness who saw the bar assault she was sent to investigate.
McHenry, who also represented Tran during his criminal trial, argued that Thompson lied on the stand. "She Tased him against her training, and she's trying to cover for that," he told a jury, who acquitted his client of disorderly conduct and interfering with an officer.
Woboril said police managers are aware of the settlement.
In her deposition, Thompson said she received a de-briefing from then–Central Precinct Sgt. Kyle Nice. (A police review board this month found he acted inappropriately for drawing his firearm during an off-duty road rage encounter.)
In a confidential memo Nice wrote to then-Precinct Cmdr. Mike Reese, he said the Tran case had caused Thompson anguish, she had reviewed it and would learn from it.
Woboril said he didn't know if police internal affairs has reviewed the case. If not, the city's "tort review group will certainly look at that result and see if the bureau needs to open one up."
Last spring, the city paid out $56,306 to settle a federal suit brought by Christophe Clay, 24, against Officer John Hughes and Michelle Tafoya.
Also on Nov. 24, 2007 coincidentally, Clay had gone to the Game Crazy store in North Portland to buy an XBOX 360 controller. After an argument with a clerk, Clay asked the manager for the business' corporate number. The business called police.
Officer Michelle Tafoya arrived and saw Clay walk out of the store. She immediately shouted commands and pointed her Taser at him. Officer John Hughes, who responded next, drew his Taser as well. Clay, both said, had his hands on his head.
Hughes testified that he told Clay to go to his knees and turn away from them. Clay got to his knees, kept his hands on his head and turned sideways to the police. "I said they can come and arrest me," Clay said.
more at http://www.oregonlive.com/portland/index.ssf/2011/02/portland_officers_who_tasered.htmlAs the Portland Police Bureau grapples with how to update its Taser policy, two... more
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PORTLAND -- Safeway officials say they have proof that a local couple stole more than $5 million in merchandise from stores in the Portland Metro area over the past several years.
Police arrested Richard Lavern Remington, 52, and Angela Rose Evans, 32, on Tuesday and the couple was arraigned in Multnomah County Circuit Court Wednesday.
The probable cause affidavit showed that Safeway began formally tracking the pair last November after suspicions surfaced they had been shoplifting.
Evans told police that the couple stole mostly common items like shampoos, razors, Rogaine, teeth whiteners, conditioners to batteries, DVDs and CDs, according to the affidavit, which also said that Remington stole DVDs on 22 different dates since November.
The court documents said that store surveillance cameras showed Remington involved in 103 thefts between Nov. 19 and Jan. 14, and that Evans was present in more than half of those incidents.
Investigators said the couple would go to several Safeway stores a day and shoplift. They actually used a shopping list for the thefts provided by a a suspect still being sought.
Safeway security officer Trent Drucker estimates that Remington stole $400,000 a year in merchandise over several years, totaling $5 million over the span of thefts.
On Nov. 19, Safeway security officials placed a tracking device on a van driven by the couple. Whenever the van was driven to a Safeway, surveillance videos were carefully scrutinized.
In the weeks following, Safeway officials created a spreadsheet of locations and thefts, which they presented to Portland police. The couple was arrested outside a Safeway store in Portland's Woodstock neighborhood.
Both suspects remained in jail after their arraignment. Their next court appearance was scheduled for Feb. 25.
Remington had an outstanding felony parole violation. He was accused of organized retail theft and multiple first-degree theft charges.
Evans was also accused of organized retail theft and multiple counts of first-degree theft.
http://www.nwcn.com/home/Couple-shoplifted-5-million-from-Portland-Safeway-stores-police-say.htmlPORTLAND -- Safeway officials say they have proof that a local couple stole more than... more
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A Portland, Oregon man died of a heart attack in a hospital parking lot after hospital officials apparently refused to come to his aid. However, the hospital says it acted appropriately.
Birgilio Marin-Fuentes, 61, drove himself to the hospital early Thursday morning because he couldn't stop coughing, his widow said. He made it to the Portland Adventist Medical Center, but suffered a heart attack and crashed into a wall in the hospital's indoor parking lot.
No one noticed him for about 20 minutes. A bystander finally did and flagged down a Portland cop who was leaving the hospital's emergency room on an unrelated traffic case. The officer radioed to dispatch that there was an accident in the parking lot. As is protocol, dispatch called out fire and an ambulance to respond.
Minutes later, the officer and a second cop went to the car and found Marin-Fuentes unconscious in the car. They began performing CPR.
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http://www.opposingviews.com/i/man-dies-at-hospital-waiting-for-ambulance-callA Portland, Oregon man died of a heart attack in a hospital parking lot after hospital... more
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Rock photographer Autumn de Wilde and The Decemberists have teamed up with The Impossible Project to create a deluxe box edition for the band’s new album, “The King Is Dead.” Autumn de Wilde was joking when she first offered to take a couple thousand Polaroid shots of her friends in the folk-rock band the Decemberists. But they called her bluff, and a few months later she’d accumulated more than 2,500 single- and double-exposed photos of the five band members, which were taken during recording sessions for the new album and around their hometown haunts in Portland, Oregon. All of the pictures were taken on Polaroid Type 100 peel-apart film provided by The Impossible Project, a group of former Polaroid employees who banded together in 2008 to rescue the beloved instant cameras from total obsolescence.
This piece includes a number of the high-resolution Polaroid photographs, a slide show presenting more of de Wilde’s unique and dramatic Polaroids and a musical video-montage of her Polaroids accompanying the Decemberist's new song from their album, “Down by the Water.”
http://disembedded.wordpress.com/2011/01/19/rock-photographer-autumn-de-wilde-the-decemberists-in-polaroid/Rock photographer Autumn de Wilde and The Decemberists have teamed up with The... more
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Kyw School Closings Officials Urged.Officials urged anyone who did not lead to stay away from roads in the region, where high winds pushed the snow into deep drifts through the streets, railways and runways.Kyw School Closings Officials Urged.Officials urged anyone who did not lead to stay... more
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