An inspiring, eclectic blend of soul and spirit comes through on George R. McDonald's New Cd "The Eighth Day." It is almost un-categorical to say it sounds like one particular genre would be excluding every thing else. George brings together elements of Jazz, Pop, Hip Hop, Sound Track, R&B, and much more on a soothing canvas of poetry and music.
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"Like fire piercing through water his words are powerful, possessing a great sincerity." (Jahn Davis)
As a poet, George R. McDonald has been making a name for himself in the
Los Angeles area for the past five years. It was in the year 2000 that George's soul found its voice by way of the pen. George incorporates life experience, storytelling and his profound understanding ofothers into a tapestry of spoken word. His live performances evoke a range of responses from contagious laughter to pensive reflection and even arousal.
For those that know him, wisdom and balance are the words that are used most to
describe George. It could be a mixture of his Libra nature and the "old soul" that
powers his creativity.
In an effort to expose poetry to as many ears as possible, George often performs
showcases for highshool students and community outreach workshops. He recently
produced a show called "Wordz" which raised money for a local women's transitional
living facility.
George has been featured at some of Los Angeles' premiere poetry venues. They
include Da Poetry Lounge, BB King's, Do Boys Dozen Coffee House, Magic Johnson's
Starbucks and The Hard Rock Café in New Orleans, Highways Performce Gallery, . McDonald's poetry has appeared in
numerous publications, including Arnal Anthology: Poets without Limits. George also
has several television appearances to his credit, most notably ABC's "Eye on LA" and
NBC's "Starting Over".
HEY BROTHA, COME AND PARTY WITH US @ THE GRAND OPENING OF A NEW SALON / SPA CALLED ECKLECTIC BEAUTY THIS FRIDAY NIGHT!!! FREE FOOD, DRINKS, GREAT PEOPLE AND OPEN DRUM CIRCLE / OPEN MIC JAMIN ALL NIGHT FEAT. FUMONGONI!!!! 4299 CRENSHAW BLVD LOS ANGELES CA. 90008 STARTING @ 7PM-UNTIL.... 323-293-2943 FOR INFO.... SEE U THERE !!!!!!!
Thank you for your awesome work and vibes at the 626.... The last time I was there (its been a while) you were there performing. What a blessing to come out a night that you were performing, again.
Only a few days left until the FINALS of the Battle for Los Angeles, and we are in it!!!
The FINALS are THIS FRIDAY, Halloween night, October 31st, so make that a DEFINITE plan for the night. We know there are so many parties, so just so you know, we will play around 9:30PM that night.
You can come by at any time, wear a costume, be a part of the costume contest, vote for The B.O.L.T., hang out, whatever! Either way, please mark your calendars EARLY cause we are ready for a real Halloween party and for a great night of music from some awesome bands.
The B.O.L.T. @ The Derby 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31st - HALLOWEEN NIGHT OPEN BAR 8-9 18+! - $15 entry or $10 with flyer (you can print below) The B.O.L.T. plays at 9:30PM The FINALS of the Battle for Los Angeles Competition, sponsored by KROQ and Music Connection et al... ----------------------------------
If you were not at the Derby last Friday night, wanted to let you know that WE WON our round, and are going to the FINALS!
The FINALS are on Halloween night, Friday, October 31st, so make that a DEFINITE plan for the night. We know there are so many parties, so just so you know, we will play around 10PM that night. You can come by at any time, wear a costume, be a part of the costume contest, vote for The B.O.L.T., hang out, whatever! Either way, mark the calendars EARLY cause we are ready for a real Halloween party and to WIN THE BATTLE FOR L.A.!!
The B.O.L.T. @ The Derby 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31st - HALLOWEEN NIGHT OPEN BAR 8-9 The B.O.L.T. plays at 9:30PM The FINALS of the Battle for Los Angeles Competition, sponsored by KROQ and Music Connection et al... ----------------------------------------------------
Also - tomorrow night, Wednesday, The B.O.L.T. is playing an acoustic set at El Cid in Silverlake, featuring Miss Deanna Brown with an opening set. Deepak will be playing guitar and violin with Deanna, and The B.O.L.T. acoustic will be John, Deepak, and Brandon Fox. Come experience an ear treat tomorrow night at El Cid! 4212 Sunset Blvd. LA, CA 90029 9:15 - Deanna Brown 10:15 - The B.O.L.T. (acoustic)
We are competing in the Battle for Los Angeles competition this FRIDAY at the Derby. This show is 18+ and is open bar from 8-9PM!!!
If you were at the Knitting Factory, you know something is up with The B.O.L.T. We are really feeling it and are ready to rip at this competition. Please come represent, vote, and have a party. They will have BALLOTS for everyone there, and we need all the votes we can get! Come around 7:45 or earlier to get in for the open bar at 8PM as this place has been packed lately because of the Battle for L.A.
The B.O.L.T. The Derby - Main Stage 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. Friday, October 17th 8PM $10 at the Door with FLYER or saying password "FLYER" $5 Guest list spots available. Respond quickly as spaces are filling up fast.
She shuffles and sways unsteadily in that room, twirling with a straw broom on ancient legs that have walked miles without shoes at the insistence of the blues.
The music reverberates off the plank walls from over used records that skip in all the right, right, places, places leaving traces of broken dreams floating in the air, like a glistening dust mote's despair.
And over on the wood burning stove is a treasure trove of scent where the bug eyed crawfish boil; amidst the monologue of a lazy fan's spin; the tempo's only spoil.
A squat ceramic kettle, blue as her eyes whistles happily of her praises. Aged bosom heaving, she stirs spicy rue and hickory kindling blazes.
After a pause that seems like a decade's gone by, she speaks up high toward the shingles... hoping her man and God still intermingle so somehow a door will open in the floor of Heaven and the one her heart still beats for... can listen...
