Issue 1
MicroCulture Aesthetics + Cultural Inquiry
Feature Interview with King Tiger Martial Arts Master Geoffrey Cielo
Eazy D: Straight Outta Va Beach
Authority Zero and Ballyhoo Summer Sickness Tour 2013
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MicroCulture Aesthetics + Cultural Inquiry
The Magazine: Twisted Ink ® presents its first issue of MicroCulture; Aesthetics and Cultural Inquiry magazine. The purpose of this publication is based on the thought that our macro cultural existence can be broken down in infinite micro cultures thereby allowing us to investigate various elements and the aesthetic values of social and cultural movements and to disseminate the information in a fun and playful printed journal of sorts. The Founder: John Cann is the founder of Twisted Ink LTD and co-founder and co-promoter of the Hampton Roads Tattoo Arts Festival and the Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival. Cann studied Painting at the Art Students League (NYC), Architecture at San Francisco Institute of Architecture, Multimedia at Tidewater Community College, Print and Photo media at Old Dominion University, Anthropology & Political Philosophy at the University of Massachusetts, and is currently pursuing advanced degrees in Philosophy and Art. Cann’s open-mindedness and inquisitive nature fuel his passion to share information as it relates to our community, culture and society. The Company: The publication’s parent company, Twisted Ink LTD, is a cultural lifestyle multimedia venture. By the end of 2013, the company will have seven published titles in print and digital format. In addition, the company is gearing up for new multimedia projects that include broadcast and new media technologies. The name of the company is often associated with the tattoo industry because of Cann’s involvement in the local tattoo festivals; however, the name was originally used by Cann to identify his fine art, multimedia and print studio. Cann’s interest in aesthetics, culture and art will continue to drive Twisted Ink LTD to a key player in providing alternative publications and media to the mainstream and offbeat populations. The Disclaimer: The views in Twisted Ink LTD publications do not represent the views of the pulisher, any staff member or advertisers. All publications by Twisted Ink LTD are for entertainment purposes only. No part of this publication can be reproduced without permission of the publisher. Certain material may need additional permission if multiple copyright claims exist.
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Exclusive Coverage With
Master Cielo
By John Cann Master Geoffrey Cielo, 5th degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and 7th Degree Black Belt is Hapkido, is the head of King Tiger Martial Arts in Virginia Beach. Cielo trained in martial arts since 1974, is a certified instructor and former United States Naval Officer. Like many social or cultural movements, martial arts has experienced peaks and valleys. At the moment, martial arts is on an upswing, which is most likely attributed to the popularity of mixed martial arts (MMA). The martial arts; however, seem to have less extreme highs and lows. The ‘50s and ‘60s realized a jiu jitsu and karate craze influenced by cinema followed by a short decline. In the ‘70s judo and kung fu was on the rise in popularity again fueled by media. Since the 1990s MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seem to have kept the interest of martial arts in the public eye. Cielo is a traditionalist when it comes to martial arts training. Asked his thoughts on MMA and the traditional martial arts training Cielo replies, “MMA tends to attract the adult market interested in the sporting element,” but has not affected traditional schools in a negative way. Cielo does offer MMA training for select students but his focus is on traditional practices of martial arts that explore the connection between the “mind, body and spirit.” The MMA craze does drive traffic to the schools but is not the same type or value of training.
King Tiger Martial Arts, according to Cielo, offers a structured program for children. It begins between ages 3 to 5 with the Little Ninjas— this program develops motor skills by learning proper positioning and works on positive development with rewards by accomplishment. The next part of the childrens’ program is Kicking Kids for ages 5 to 10 years old. Character development is a primary goal. Students learn refined techniques and work in a tiered program. Final steps for children are found in the Teen Machines program. Here, students 11 to 17 are highly motivated and work in groups where higher level belt-ranking work with lower belts. The system teaches team work and leadership development; an important lesson moving into adulthood.
Children develop motor skills, character development and leadership skills.
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Master Cielo
Martial Arts training can begin at any age, but evidence shows the children that study martial arts at a young age tend to be more disciplined and confident. The important thing is chosing the proper school. Traditional martial arts training should not be confused with sporting. The latter may have a positive impact but the traditional schools have a proven method. Cielo has a broad background in martial arts and his experience in practice and philosophy are well documented. His influence comes from historic figures such as Ip Man, Hee Il Cho, Bruce Lee, SiFu Duncan Leung, SiFu Larry Soccoia, Grandmaster Ji Han Jae, and Grandmaster Park. Other influences include: “Martial Artists - Jackie Chan - Book - “I am Jackie Chan” - excellent example of rising to the top and giving back to the community. Jet Li and Sammo Hung - excellent martial artists. Jet Li - in Fearless - what he concludes martial arts should do - unite people. Books/Authors - Tao Teh Ching-Lao Tzu, The Warrior Athlete-Dan Millman, Bible, The Winner’s Edge-Dennis Waitley, How to Win Friends and Influence People-Dale Carnegie, The Book of Five Rings-Miyamoto Musashi, I’m sure there are others I can’t remember off hand. People - Swami Sachidananda, Mother Teresa, Dahlia Lama, Ronald Reagan, John F. Kennedy, Abraham Lincoln, I’m sure I could keep coming up with more. My parents.”
~Master Cielo
King Tiger Martial Arts offers traditional training for adults and kids. Cielo’s well rounded background in martial arts and beyond brings a unique blend of guided teach ability. Cielo says, “My full time job is being a dad and providing an enriching experience to my students at King Tiger Martial Arts,” a family owned and operated school since 1993 and for many good years to come.
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Riding high on their individual new releases, Authority Zero and Ballyhoo! have teamed up this summer to bring us a sonically diverse ticket for the summer season with the Summer Sickness Tour. “It’s been a lot of fun.” says Howi Spangler, guitar/vocals for Baltimore’s Ballyhoo!. Jason Devore of Authority Zero couldn’t agree more; “We just been having a lot of fun, partying...[the] crowd’s been great. Good turnouts.” Ballyhoo! is definitely feeling the love right now as their new release Pineapple Grenade debuted at #189 on the Billboard charts. “It’s crazy man, we’re on the fucking billboard chart! I wasn’t expecting that at all.” exclaimed Howi. He continues, “It’s been really great reception to the record, people are loving it man, ya know, playing a lot of the songs live which is great since we been playing those other songs forever. [We] still enjoy playing the other songs but it’s just fun to dig in and get into the new ones...and people are actually singing the songs already which is really cool...i’m stoked for that.” The new album was released on Ballyhoo!’s own Right Coast Records on June 25th. Touring for their new release The Tipping Point, Authority Zero is back in the states fresh off a European tour...which included their first trip to Russia! “It was amazing,” says Devore, “a little sketchy at first, you know? You gotta get into the country...well you don’t know if you’re actually going to get into the country, but we did, and it was fun. [The] kids were nuts man... our first show it was in St. Petersburg, and we played this 500 capacity music hall, and it was a big ass place and...one band into it it was a packed house... apparently we have some fans in russia.” Out on Hardline Entertainment, released April 2nd, The Tipping Point sees a return to the punk and rock roots from Authority Zero’s beginnings while still maintaining their signature eclectic style.
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