The Thug Life Army Records record label is a division of Star Sound Group International, based in Hollywood, California, formed in 2007 by President and CEO Frank Miranda.
Thug Life Army Records is a member of the Universal Music group of music labels and covers the genres of Hip Hop, Rap and Rhythm and blues.
Thug Life Army Records has set out and is accomplishing a positive change in hip hop music, by putting out meaningful hip hop music with a message for today’s youth.
The latest project from Thug Life Army Records is titled ‘In the Shadow of an Icon’. It is a collaboration of artists who all learned and grew out of the words and teachings of the late hip hop Icon Tupac Shakur (2Pac). Thru this collaboration they are bringing all the coasts together to put to rest the myth of a ‘west coast’ – ‘east coast’ rivalry.
This project contains no music by Tupac (2Pac), but it does reveal artists who grew out of the ‘shadow’ of the hip hop Icon.
As Tupac did in his short life, Thug Life Army Records looked for hip hop and rap artists who could use a ‘hand up’ to get their talent noticed. The VP of Thug Life Army Records, Robert says “We hope this project will do just that. Our hope is this project will bring ‘light’ to those artists who have participated out of love for Tupac and what they learned from his lyrics and deeds. Hip Hop is not ‘Dead’ as many people believe; most people are just not looking in the right places.”
When asked about the direction the music takes on this project, Robert explains “The various sides and teachings of the ‘man’, Tupac Amaru Shakur are represented on this CD - from his street side, to his political side, to his deep inner self. A total look is taken at the course Tupac had traveled in his short life. A picture of Tupac’s life is a picture of many of our lives. His up’s and down’s are roads many of us have shared along the way. That is why Tupac gained the respect of almost everyone in the hip hop community - we could feel his pain and joys, as he felt ours. His words and teachings remain relevant today because the situation has not changed since Pac first started exposing the real truth of hood life, and the artists on this project continue with Pac’s message of ‘keeping it real’ thru real talk. No spinning rims or drinking in the club, just solid true about the reality of being raised in a society that does not understand you or your situation.”
“Violence has touched many in this country, not only the hip hop community. This is not only a requiem for the life of Tupac and for all the fallen ‘souljahs’ who have died needlessly or have found themselves in situations they cannot control, but it also emphasizes why the lyrics that Tupac spit and the knowledge he put forth is still relevant today; because nothing has really changed over the last 11 years since Tupac was murdered, and the artists on this project came together to put out a hip hop album with a ‘meaningful message’.”
With over 25 different artists participating in the project, there are many backgrounds and each artist has their own region where they rep from and their own experiences in life; making this a project with a national appeal.
Artists from the west coast, east coast, down south and even Canada appear on this project; that is one reason that many different Hip Hop organizations have endorsed it and are currently backing what this label is doing.
This label has come very far for a ‘grass roots’ label and the direction they are leading hip hop in is not being overlooked.
This current project is Vol. 1, leaving the door open for a ‘trilogy’ of
‘Shadow’ projects among the other projects they have undertook.
Thug Life Army Records is a member of the Universal Music group of music labels and covers the genres of Hip Hop, Rap and Rhythm and blues.
Thug Life Army Records has set out and is accomplishing a positive change in hip hop music, by putting out meaningful hip hop music with a message for today’s youth.
The latest project from Thug Life Army Records is titled ‘In the Shadow of an Icon’. It is a collaboration of artists who all learned and grew out of the words and teachings of the late hip hop Icon Tupac Shakur (2Pac). Thru this collaboration they are bringing all the coasts together to put to rest the myth of a ‘west coast’ – ‘east coast’ rivalry.
This project contains no music by Tupac (2Pac), but it does reveal artists who grew out of the ‘shadow’ of the hip hop Icon.
As Tupac did in his short life, Thug Life Army Records looked for hip hop and rap artists who could use a ‘hand up’ to get their talent noticed. The VP of Thug Life Army Records, Robert says “We hope this project will do just that. Our hope is this project will bring ‘light’ to those artists who have participated out of love for Tupac and what they learned from his lyrics and deeds. Hip Hop is not ‘Dead’ as many people believe; most people are just not looking in the right places.”
When asked about the direction the music takes on this project, Robert explains “The various sides and teachings of the ‘man’, Tupac Amaru Shakur are represented on this CD - from his street side, to his political side, to his deep inner self. A total look is taken at the course Tupac had traveled in his short life. A picture of Tupac’s life is a picture of many of our lives. His up’s and down’s are roads many of us have shared along the way. That is why Tupac gained the respect of almost everyone in the hip hop community - we could feel his pain and joys, as he felt ours. His words and teachings remain relevant today because the situation has not changed since Pac first started exposing the real truth of hood life, and the artists on this project continue with Pac’s message of ‘keeping it real’ thru real talk. No spinning rims or drinking in the club, just solid true about the reality of being raised in a society that does not understand you or your situation.”
“Violence has touched many in this country, not only the hip hop community. This is not only a requiem for the life of Tupac and for all the fallen ‘souljahs’ who have died needlessly or have found themselves in situations they cannot control, but it also emphasizes why the lyrics that Tupac spit and the knowledge he put forth is still relevant today; because nothing has really changed over the last 11 years since Tupac was murdered, and the artists on this project came together to put out a hip hop album with a ‘meaningful message’.”
With over 25 different artists participating in the project, there are many backgrounds and each artist has their own region where they rep from and their own experiences in life; making this a project with a national appeal.
Artists from the west coast, east coast, down south and even Canada appear on this project; that is one reason that many different Hip Hop organizations have endorsed it and are currently backing what this label is doing.
This label has come very far for a ‘grass roots’ label and the direction they are leading hip hop in is not being overlooked.
This current project is Vol. 1, leaving the door open for a ‘trilogy’ of
‘Shadow’ projects among the other projects they have undertook.
Rabbi Chacham Yehiel Sharabi (, Yemen 1798- Jerusalem, Israel 1870), was an eminent Shami Yemenite Jewish Merchant, Orientalist, Kabbalist, Talmudist and master of Halacha as well as Mishnah, who eventually settled in Tzfat. He was a great friend of Jacob Saphir and helped to develop Chassidut in the 19th century. He had his own yeshiva called Beit El-Sharabi.
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Calculator.NET is an easy to use calculator with unique features for Microsoft Windows operating system. Calculator.NET can be used to perform any of the standard operations for which you would normally use a calculator. Calculator.NET is written in and it requires . Calculator.NET has no scientific calculation operations or unit conversion. Calculator.NET is hosted on Google Code.
Available mathematical operations
* Standard arithmetic operations: Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
* Indices operation's: Square, cube, square root, n th power.
* Factorial Operation
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* Colored button separation
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Calculator.NET is an easy to use calculator with unique features for Microsoft Windows operating system. Calculator.NET can be used to perform any of the standard operations for which you would normally use a calculator. Calculator.NET is written in and it requires . Calculator.NET has no scientific calculation operations or unit conversion. Calculator.NET is hosted on Google Code.
Available mathematical operations
* Standard arithmetic operations: Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
* Indices operation's: Square, cube, square root, n th power.
* Factorial Operation
* Memory Operations
Other Features
* Text Pad
* Number History
* Colored button separation
* Unicode Support
* Confirms with IEEE 754-1985
Thomas Edward Krueger (born 1975) is an American fine-art photographer.
Thomas grew up in Yokosuka, Japan. He discovered his passion for photography at the age of 8.
His career began on a small Navy newspaper, the Seahawk, covering local sports and other events.
The Seahawk awarded him a letter of appreciation for "Excellent Photography," in 1992.
Thomas then embarked on a journey to Seattle in 1994 to attend The Art Institute of Seattle, furthering his artistic and technical skills, receiving his degree in Commercial Photography.
Thomas developed an innovative and conceptual style, photographing a wide range of subject matter from the abstract avant-garde, to haunting images of people and nature. His work instills a mood of introspection and self-reflection, and possesses a sense of wonder that often is lost after childhood.
Thomas prefers to use the medium of film, both color and black-and-white. He enjoys perfecting his craft in the darkroom. He says, "In growing as a fine art photographer, I have embraced the traditional darkroom techniques which I feel that one day may become a lost art in this world of digital technology. Time spent alone in the darkroom allows me to reflect and connect with my art."
His work has been published in the Pacific Stars and Stripes Newspaper, the premiere issue of Phosphorescence Magazine, Filemagazine.com, and Issue #10. The Ballard News Tribune interviewed Thomas regarding his photography. Thomas continues to exhibit his work all over Seattle.
Artist Statement
Photography opened up a new world to me when I was in grade school. I always had a difficult time communicating in words what I was thinking or feeling. With photography, I was able to give people a visual insight to my world.
Once I began this journey of learning, a whole new magical world opened up to me. I began acquiring a love for the full creative process. It gave me a feeling of accomplishment in a world I felt I could have never measured up to.
The hunt for subject matter that is not the standard stimulates my creativity. I prefer to stay clear of producing clichéd imagery by not allowing the latest trends to influence my style of photography.
I use my eye to transcend the perception of human consciousness by challenging my imagination to accept the surreal, in essence allowing myself to create unexpected and thought provoking work.
My photography is meant to ignite a passion for exploration of beautiful things in a world that is often in despair. In the midst of every darkest hour there still lies hope.
Exhibitions
• Oct – Nov 2008 Fremont Classic, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Aug, 2008 Arts West Gallery () “5x5”, group show Seattle, WA
• March, 2008 Moka’s Cafe, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Dec – Jan 31, 2008 RE/MAX Mutual Realty hosted by Andrew L. Parker, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Oct, 2007 Victrola Coffee, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• July, 2007 Freemont Coffee Co., solo photography show Seattle, WA
• April, 2007 LC’s Kitchen, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• March, 2007 Secret Garden Bookshop, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Feb, 2007 Musée de l'Elysée "We Are All Photographers Now!" - photo show installation Lausanne, Switzerland
• Feb, 2007 8 Limbs Studio, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Jan, 2007 Pioneer Square Saloon, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Sept, 2006 Mighty O Bakery, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Oct, 2006 Julia’s Gallery, group photography show/contest, Seattle, WA
• May, 2001 “One Old Geezer and 11 Newcomers” - Palmer/Kane Studios, group show Seattle, WA
• Nov, 2000 “Dessert Extravaganza” - New Horizons Ministries, solo slide show exhibition.
Thomas grew up in Yokosuka, Japan. He discovered his passion for photography at the age of 8.
His career began on a small Navy newspaper, the Seahawk, covering local sports and other events.
The Seahawk awarded him a letter of appreciation for "Excellent Photography," in 1992.
Thomas then embarked on a journey to Seattle in 1994 to attend The Art Institute of Seattle, furthering his artistic and technical skills, receiving his degree in Commercial Photography.
Thomas developed an innovative and conceptual style, photographing a wide range of subject matter from the abstract avant-garde, to haunting images of people and nature. His work instills a mood of introspection and self-reflection, and possesses a sense of wonder that often is lost after childhood.
Thomas prefers to use the medium of film, both color and black-and-white. He enjoys perfecting his craft in the darkroom. He says, "In growing as a fine art photographer, I have embraced the traditional darkroom techniques which I feel that one day may become a lost art in this world of digital technology. Time spent alone in the darkroom allows me to reflect and connect with my art."
His work has been published in the Pacific Stars and Stripes Newspaper, the premiere issue of Phosphorescence Magazine, Filemagazine.com, and Issue #10. The Ballard News Tribune interviewed Thomas regarding his photography. Thomas continues to exhibit his work all over Seattle.
Artist Statement
Photography opened up a new world to me when I was in grade school. I always had a difficult time communicating in words what I was thinking or feeling. With photography, I was able to give people a visual insight to my world.
Once I began this journey of learning, a whole new magical world opened up to me. I began acquiring a love for the full creative process. It gave me a feeling of accomplishment in a world I felt I could have never measured up to.
The hunt for subject matter that is not the standard stimulates my creativity. I prefer to stay clear of producing clichéd imagery by not allowing the latest trends to influence my style of photography.
I use my eye to transcend the perception of human consciousness by challenging my imagination to accept the surreal, in essence allowing myself to create unexpected and thought provoking work.
My photography is meant to ignite a passion for exploration of beautiful things in a world that is often in despair. In the midst of every darkest hour there still lies hope.
Exhibitions
• Oct – Nov 2008 Fremont Classic, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Aug, 2008 Arts West Gallery () “5x5”, group show Seattle, WA
• March, 2008 Moka’s Cafe, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Dec – Jan 31, 2008 RE/MAX Mutual Realty hosted by Andrew L. Parker, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Oct, 2007 Victrola Coffee, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• July, 2007 Freemont Coffee Co., solo photography show Seattle, WA
• April, 2007 LC’s Kitchen, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• March, 2007 Secret Garden Bookshop, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Feb, 2007 Musée de l'Elysée "We Are All Photographers Now!" - photo show installation Lausanne, Switzerland
• Feb, 2007 8 Limbs Studio, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Jan, 2007 Pioneer Square Saloon, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Sept, 2006 Mighty O Bakery, solo photography show Seattle, WA
• Oct, 2006 Julia’s Gallery, group photography show/contest, Seattle, WA
• May, 2001 “One Old Geezer and 11 Newcomers” - Palmer/Kane Studios, group show Seattle, WA
• Nov, 2000 “Dessert Extravaganza” - New Horizons Ministries, solo slide show exhibition.