Monday

Talent.

If you know anyone who you percieve to be an artist...who you percieve to be "great"...


you should research how "great artists" typically are, by nature. That will explain a lot and will quiet your woes.


Always,

J. Harlem

Wednesday

The Un-Holiday Spirit.

Lately, my days have been filled with back-to-back meetings and traveling in cold weather. I'm not complaining. Things are picking up and it's only December. Oddly enough, I'm not in a "holiday" spirit, but I am very optimistic about my future and the future of my colleagues.

I find it interesting how people ask yet do not give.

That's not the holiday spirit.

So aside from recession-discounted electronics & perfumery, what will you give your loved ones & business contacts? Will you devote an open ear and non-judgemental shoulder for those less fortunate?

Or will you spend the holidays tweeting self-absorbed updates that inspire no one?

Whatever you do remember that you never know who all is watching and who is just a phonecall away from the contact you need.

Brilliantly Yours,

J. Harlem

Tuesday

The Meeting.

Today is one of those "FIRST Day of the rest of my life" days.

Today I'll be attending a "very important meeting" with some "very important people". I'm not really willing to compromise or "sell out". But you know this already.

Sadly, I'm not allowed to take photos, but I understand. At any rate, I'll be tweeting & posting notes via my Facebook status. I want to kind've share this story with you as it unfolds. They've approved us to tweet & such during the meeting, at certain times.

If you've read a few of my past Facebook notes, I've referenced some of these persons before. They vary from music exectives to Hip-Hop, Pop, and R&B artists.

My work hasn't been in vain. I've only made it this far because of God & the support from people like you. God will be leading me through these next few steps, as He's always been.

I brought a special photo that I may post on FB later. It's a photo of when my career began. In the meantime, stick with me & follow the story as it unfolds via my Twitter & FB pages.


Your Brother,

Jackson Harlem

Twitter.com/JacksonHarlem

Saturday

[Not So] Wise Guy.

You're on Twitter, right? I'm not sure how many people you follow, but have you noticed how smart-mouthed and overconfident people are getting there?

It's like an epidemic. I'm all for being informed on the daily about some of my closest contacts, but random, shallow tweets and insults hurled at perfect strangers??

That's just sub-human primitivism.

People need to wise up and have more dignity.
It's easy to be childish & arrogant; it takes character to be adults.

Having tons of followers is good, but having their respect and support is a different thing.

J. Harlem
Twitter.com/JacksonHarlem

Monday

Eating the Fruit of Gratitude.

When we complain, we hinder our perception. It is great practice to be thankful. What you appreciate appreciates. Developing a high appreciation for what you have opens up a life of insight and strength.

Be grateful for everything that you're going through. Accept God's peace right now, without the attachment to a job, an item, or anyone else.

Everything you really need, you already have.

J. Harlem

Tuesday

Welcome to Royalty.

Welcome all new followers and visitors. I'm Jackson Harlem, an author & menswear designer. It is my pleasure to share with you the artwork, products, music, and other artistic topics which I hope will inspire you to lead a better life somehow.

I notice many of you visit and do not comment, which is fine. I thank you for your interest and support. This is your place as well as mine. Make yourself at home.

This is an ego-free zone; No B.S., no bragging, no need. Enjoy and spread the word.


J. Harlem

Dear Readers...

In light of all the messages I've recieved about the Beyonce and Lady Gaga Videophone collaboration, here are a few tidbits:

The staff was calling Gaga "Geeyonce" on the Videophone set. She was all gloved-up & doing the choreography like Bey. She has skills of her own, of course.

And for future reference, Beyonce is featured on Gaga's new album Fame Monster. You're gonna love the new collaboration they did on the track Telephone. I don't think what I heard was the final version, but it's nice nonetheless.

If you recall, before I Am...Sasha Fierce, Beyonce's music was more geared towards the Pop genre, which is wear the collaboration with Lady Gaga seems to meld organically. It's not a stretch for either of them because they can both be quite zealous, they both have great vocals and dance moves.

I think it's more of a match than Beyonce and Shakira. At any rate, continue to look out for the debut of the Videophone video and the Fame Monster album. I can't wait to see the album art campaign.

Goodnight for Now,

J. Harlem