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What is a Metrosexual Male?

admin — Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:54 +0000

By mid 1990s metrosexualbecame a buzzword all over the world. With the burgeoning revolution in liberating society from the shackles of patriarchal and sexist society, not only were the conventions broken, the tide of changes among the sexes came in waves. For instance, liberation were not only felt by the gays and the lesbians who suddenly had the freedom to flaunt who they really are, but men (and women) as well who suddenly felt free to show their feminine side. Some of which were vastly different from the former stereotypes of society so much so that new phenomenon caused confusion among the populace or some may put it as the general public found it hard to catch up with the revolutionary changes happening. A case in point is the metrosexuals- what is metrosexual?

The term metrosexual was introduced in 1994 as a combination of metropolitan and heterosexual. It was first used by Mark Simpson in his novel Here Comes Sundance. It is defined as a tag for heterosexual males who are particular about vanity and neat freak. It can be used both as a noun and an adjective, both of which are considered informal. Usually this refers to a group of urbane men whose sophistication is closely related to the manners and cultured lifestyle and preferences of men living in the city. Oftentimes, metrosexuals are said to be vivid personification of a consumerist lifestyle where people are readily attracted to get and try out products that are heavily advertised and those that are considered good and instrumental in helping people to become acceptable and attractive according to the mainstream standards. In general, there are numerous similarities between the metrosexuals and the gay.

The term is surrounded by a host of controversies one of which is whether metrosexual is just an allusion to gays since technically they seem to have the same behaviour and image. Some on the other hand believed that metrosexual is just another strand of homosexuality. Nevertheless, the vanity and neatness that metrosexuals exhibited are usually associated to femininity and clashes against the machismo image that has been pinned to the word men. However, these new breed of people (metrosexual) usually models and celebrities, do not hesitate to portray their self- image regardless of whether it is quite unconventional. They can easily find their niche in the mainstream/ pop culture and to some extent they can be considered as trendsetters in so far as fashion and personality are concerned.

Needless to say, metrosexual is technically not a term for another form of sexuality but a term for specific way of self- expression where men can freely project their self- concept/ self- image regardless of whether it is in synched with society’s notions and conventions of how people should behave according to their sexual orientation. What is metrosexual? In a nutshell, it can be defined as another term for vanity exclusively used for people whom the society never expects to exhibit such characteristics like the men. But it should never be confused with homosexuality, it being an entirely different story.

How Are Indie Labels Looking for Artists?

admin — Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:43 +0000

You’re looking to get signed by an indie label. It shouldn’t be that hard, right? Aren’t indie labels looking for artists? The answer is yes, but some labels are looking more eagerly than others. Finding out which labels are looking for artists can help you get your demo to the record labels most likely to help you get a record contract.

In one sense, all labels are looking for artists, because the music business is ever changing. Every label is looking for the next big thing, and that could always be you. So unless a label specifically states that it is not looking for new talent or that it already taps a source for its talent, there is some chance that a label will hear you and sign you. But if a label states that it is actively seeking new talent and looks like it is rising to more success, this may be a quicker way for you to get a record deal.

How do you know if an indie label is looking for talent? Check out the “FAQ,” “Submissions,” or “Contact Us” pages on a label’s site. These will contain information about where and how to send your demo to indie labels, but will often also contain information about how actively the label is seeking new talent, or how often it processes submitted material.

Many indie labels take a casual approach to demo submission and new artists. Sub Pop, perhaps the most famous of indie labels, gives a submissions address on the site and claims that it’s always open to new talent, but also that its representatives do not listen to the demos systematically. If an indie label has a large talent roster that it has to take care of, it may not be actively seeking new artists, though it will consider them. Smaller indie labels are hungrier for new talent, but you must be cautious not to sign with a label that has not proven itself as a good vehicle for its artists.

Online communities, like music industry forums, can also be a good source for discovering labels looking for new artists. Find out where the buzz is, which labels are emerging on the scene. Make sure you have a quality web presence with a great MySpace page and custom website; independent record labels often discover their next big act through Internet content.

When searching for indie labels looking for artists, keep on top of the buzz through internet communities and discussion groups. Network as much as you can to find people in the know in the indie music scene. Look at what the labels have to say on their sites about whether they are actively seeking new artists. And always be prepared to get discovered by maintaining a top-notch website and social networking presence. You’re sure to find the right label for your music to be heard, and maybe even get an independent record deal.

The 3 Best Extra Income Ideas For Writers

admin — Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:41 +0000

Earning extra income from writing can be a lucrative, low-cost and schedule friendly adventure. It is not at all necessary to be a William Shakespeare to get work. All that is needed is the ability to do quick basic research and write clearly in an organized fashion. Here are 3 of the top writing opportunities for the part time writer.

Freelance Writing Online: The internet has created an almost insatiable need for content. Articles are needed as a way to promote every product and every page of a website. Some marketers hire freelancers to write 30 to 50 short articles for each product they are selling. Obviously this is a monumental task for just one webmaster so it becomes necessary to seek writers for help.

The success of blogs has also created an opportunity for freelancers. Some blog owners hire writers to post short items in their blogs on a frequent basis. Google often rewards blogs with fresh content by sending more visitors their way. Several websites, like elance.com, are now available where freelancers can bid on all kinds of writing assignments from all over the world.

Writing eBooks Online: In the traditional printed book world an expensive print run of at least of 1,000 to 5,000 books has to be made before you can even test to see if there is a sufficient market for the subject. This method also takes a lot of precious time before even the first book can be sold. Since an eBook is just an electronic file, it has no material cost and it can be sold almost as soon as it is written. The biggest financial risk is usually just the cost of researching and writing.

Ebooks are great for people that buy on impulse because within a few minutes of paying online, the eBook file is on their computer. There is absolutely no waiting for the mail. Some entrepreneurs have done extremely well writing just 10 to 15 page reports that sell on the internet.

One of the keys to success in writing eBooks is learning how to pick a hot topic before you even start writing. Another essential task is to learn is how to market it once it is written.

Screenwriting for Movies: According to Moni Share, a veteran script reader turned screenwriter; the average working Hollywood screenwriter makes about $350,000 per year. After my many years of reading scripts, she learned that “99.9% of the script submissions out there are complete garbage. People don’t have a clue about structure, plot, story, characters, or anything marketable. People have no idea what would make a good film.” As a result, Moni has written a book about screenwriting.

The good thing for aspiring screenwriters is that there is little competition for those that understand the basic elements of a good movie concept with the basic element of screenplay structure.

It almost goes without saying that it is wise to seek advice from those that have already succeeded in these writing ventures. Don’t waste your time trying to re-invent the wheel. Look for friendly experts for first-hand advice. Also search for eBooks or DVD training courses in this field.