Art on the Move: STAGES: Lance Armstrong x Nike , Juan Gomez and Who Shot Rock

A November art tour of New York should include stops to recently opened exhibits: The first a big splashy STAGES show benefiting Lance Armstrong’s cancer fight charity Live Strong at the Deitch Space: The 25 artists in the show represent a cross-section of background with divergent work. Yet, the work was cohesive and vibrant, perhaps inspired by the common cause of healing, cures and the fortitude of Armstrong. Artists included Rosson Crow, Jules De Balincourt, Shepard... Read More

2010 Acura TL SH-AWD w/Tech

Let’s get this part out of the way — the 2010 Acura TL SH-AWD w/Tech is not the most attractive sedan in the luxury segment. I’ll qualify that claim: I tend to favor softer, full designs that inspire. When I think of this new Acura, I think arrow head. And so, though this is an entry-level luxe sedan, I decided we didn’t go anyplace fancy. My backseat sidekick spread out in comfort as we zipped around the neighborhood, and found that TL had lived up to... Read More

Sportmax Commissions Sonic Remix Art in Motion

Sound without words is a powerful medium for a message. In this case it happens to be a call to listen to culture. Sound, motion and fashion meet in a cross-pollinated collaboration between the new collection from Sportmax, Sebastien Agneessens of Formavision and dancer Jodi Melnick on Nov. 12, built around a display of audio grandeur. “Each speaker corresponds to a specific instrument, and they all play together as an orchestra,” Agneessens explains. This will... Read More

Is a Volvo XC60 driving vampire Edward?

‘Tis the season for testy teenage vampiredom. Round these parts, we’re more partial to the True Blood craze, but perhaps the werewolves will entice us to indulge in The Twilight Saga. The otherworldly lore continues with the New Moon Movie in theaters Nov. 20. Volvo spins their own wheel for winners of the contest What Drives Edward, which launches Nov. 1. Twilight fans test their knowledge with an interactive game to win a Volvo XC60, which is incidentally vampire... Read More

Snapshots from CMJ: Daptone Records showcase

Sharp shooter Priscilla Vazquez was on the scene for Daptone Records CMJ showing in part III of her 2009 CMJ coverage for Gotryke. Daptone Records presented their CMJ showcase last Friday at The Knitting Factory in Brooklyn. They handed out copies of their latest compilation Daptone Gold, featuring 23 tracks by great talents such as Naomi Shelton, Lee Fields and The Dap-Kings. Soul and R&B tunes played as the first band set up. The Budos Band walked on stage, each member... Read More

2009 BMW M3 Convertible: Tip top action

M-3 on M-5, I-696, I-75, M53, M-14, I-94, The Lodge Freeway, Michigan Ave., Woodward Ave., 12 Mile Road. Jefferson Ave. I spent some serious seat time in the 2009 BMW M3 in Michigan last week traversing the entirety of the metro region. Big large open, uncrowded roads afford the perfect American version of Autobahn. It makes you understand why car magazines stay put in Detroit and Ann Arbor, where you can actually drive most of the time, (minus a short rush hour and summer construction)... Read More

Snapshots from CMJ: BMI Showcase

Priscilla Vazquez was back for another night on the scene capturing the BMI CMJ showcase at Crash Mansion. Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) collects license fees on behalf of songwriters, composers and music publishers and distributes them as royalties to members whose works have been performed. BMI represents the gamut of musicans. Vazquez saw this range of style at their College Music Journal event. Truly an eclectic lineup at the BMI Showcase at Crash Mansion on Wednesday night.... Read More

2010 Dodge Ram: Heavy Duty weighs in

Let’s be clear — that’s not me driving serious farming equipment at the launch of the 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty. Hauling tractors doesn’t really gel with my urban mama style, but this is the kind of activity nearly half of all customers who drive these beefy trucks do on a daily basis. And yes, these buyers are important to understanding what’s going on at Chrysler, and important to keep in mind when assessing the vehicle. I did drive the new 2010... Read More

Snapshots from CMJ: Subbacultcha Showcase at Cake Shop NYC

We send our new Gotryke correspondent photographer/blogger Priscilla Vazquez into the depths of CMJ shows armed with her ears and eyes: I couldn’t help but be reminded of my Great Aunt’s living room upon entering Cake Shop (152 Ludlow St). As the scent of stale beer and floor cleaner filled my nostrils, my eyes took in the wooden paneling on the walls, the record bins at the entrance and I made my way to the basement door. I paid the $8 cover and was told not to... Read More

Lamborghini candles: Collezione Automobili Lamborghini

Yes, it’s true. Lamborghini fans can light a slow-burning candle for the Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni in a new set. ($53.00) The candles come in black and white and now Blue Caelum and White Monocerus, two of eight colors in which the car is made in honor of test driver Valentino Balboni. Balboni has been test driving for Lamborghini since 1967, and is the pinnacle judge of what exotic makes cut the mustard. The 5.2-liter V10 makes 550 hp and reaches 60 mph in... Read More