{"id":1162,"date":"2013-12-11T05:46:12","date_gmt":"2013-12-11T05:46:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/multi.nycnewsnetwork.com\/brooklynbuzz\/?p=1162"},"modified":"2013-12-21T18:58:31","modified_gmt":"2013-12-21T18:58:31","slug":"name-mojo-disco-expect-nothing-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/brooklynbuzz\/name-mojo-disco-expect-nothing-success\/","title":{"rendered":"With The Name Mojo Disco, We Expect Nothing But Success!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Mojo
\nI remember my first time meeting Mr. Mojo Disco. He’s a tall, stylish fella who was kind of intimidating to me at first. I was a media intern for a magazine, and my job for the evening was to attend a talent showcase called “PaintAndPoetry” at a venue called 3RDEYE(SOL) . When I arrived to the venue, I automatically became alert and interested. I love artwork, and the walls were decorated with all sorts of it. I eased up my emotions towards Mojo once I saw him dancing and smiling. He is literally a social butterfly; people gravitate towards his warm and inviting aura.<\/p>\n

Old-school hip-hop and rnb music gave off a party vibe, and people were re-uniting with each other as if they hadn’t seen each other in years. From being there for only around half an hour, I could already sense that it was going to be a great night. Everyone seemed happy. Once the venue became filled with people (with little room for more people to join), a host introduced poets one by one, and I was astonished at the talent of my generation. The poetry that is heard at “PaintAndPoetry” is literally one of a kind. These teenagers and young adults come ready to bare their souls to any crowd willing to listen. I heard stories of love, stories of pain, and ultimately stories of hope. There were also live artists present painting and drawing while the poets were speaking. I was blown away at how genuine everything felt. I unzipped my jacket, put down my camera, got a little more comfortable, and LISTENED. You don’t know poetry until you’ve heard it from NYC kids.<\/p>\n

Below is my interview with the guy who started the “PaintAndPoetry” series. There is also information on how to get involved with his showcases.<\/p>\n

Wishing you the best!<\/p>\n

-aiP<\/p>\n

*Tell me about your name Mojo Disco*<\/em><\/p>\n

Mojo Disco is a name that represents me in a whole. It came to me in a dream a while back and I’ve been rocking with it ever since.<\/p>\n

*What inspired you to create the “PaintAndPoetry” showcase? Why paint and poetry? Are those the two art mediums that you love the most?*<\/em><\/p>\n

Paint And Poetry was inspired by me knowing that our generation has so much more to offer than what everyone typically sees. I chose the name simply because I believe we are all walking portraits of poetry, everyday. So naturally they are the two mediums celebrated each show, not only because I love them, but because we ARE them.<\/p>\n

*How did you get in contact with 3RDEYE(SOL)? How long have they been giving you the opportunity to host your event there?*<\/em><\/div>\n
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I met 3RDEYE(SOL) owner Jose Castillo through the grace of God. I soon became the General Manger there. Been doing P&P there since mid 2011.<\/div>\n
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*How often does “PaintAndPoetry” happen?*<\/em><\/div>\n
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Paint and Poetry is a monthly event that happens every last Saturday.<\/div>\n

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* What are your career goals?*<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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My ultimate career goal is to be happy and proud of what I do. I want to create a legacy that can be passed on to future Mojo Disco’s of the world. One so rich that it’s value will surpass my time on this earth.<\/div>\n

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* Your confidence is inspiring. Were you always confident or was it a long journey to become the independent young man that you are?*<\/em><\/p>\n

Thank You. It has been a rocky road on this life journey. My confidence was instilled in me at an early age from my mother. I have always been confident, but not like I am now. Now, the confidence comes from me really knowing myself inside and out. Flaws and all. It took a lot of hard work, but I felt that my future was worth it.<\/div>\n

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*If someone wanted to showcase their poetry at your “PaintAndPoetry” event, how could they get in contact with you?*<\/em><\/p>\n

If you are interested in being a part of Paint And Poetry in any way, shape, form, or color, Feel free to emailPaintAndPoetryNYC@gmail.com<\/a> or visit MojoDisco.com\/PaintAndPoetry.<\/p>\n

http:\/\/MojoDisco.com<\/a><\/div>\n
http:\/\/facebook.com\/mojothemogul<\/a><\/div>\n
http:\/\/facebook.com\/PaintAndPoetry<\/a><\/div>\n
@PaintAndPoetryNYC #PaintAndPoetry<\/div>\n
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3RD(EYE)SOL Address:<\/div>\n
1501 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11221<\/div>\n
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