Michael's Musings

"When I Wake Up In My Own Pink World"
Michael Shinafelt

"In pink, goes with everything" - Pink, Lizzo from the Barbie Movie

While I know the Barbie Movie is so last summer, I came across this photo of me in pink looking pretty in it and felt like it was the Summer of 2023 all over again! Too bad it isn't. That was a good time!

Hey remember we will always have Barbie and...pink!!!

Do something today that  would've gotten you burnt at the stake 400 years ago

Be cautious of those who bounce back from everything meant to destroy them. They're watched over by the universe and their ancestors. Messing with them could being heavy karma as they are not meant to be underestimated or played with.

I can see through your BS, the more you know...

From the depths of the sea, a tidal wave of terror, that's all

Going to scary bars is how I relax

Caught A Simple Favor on Netflix - very entertaining! Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick were great!

Had an Affogato for the first time this past weekend. It's espresso and ice cream, honestly I'm too old for espresso...WOW!

Assault with a deadly kitten, it's the random things

Woman Crush of the Week - How coudld it not be Blake Lively in A Simple Favor?! Especially since she delivered this gem to her on camera son: "I let you tear my labia as you exited my body, so you're welcome."

Dear Number 1 Victim, congrats on your award

Ever work at McDonald's as a teen? Remember the paper hat modling your hair in it's image?!

Loved the season finale of Law & Order: SVU - kudos to everyone involved! It played more like an intense short film than a TV Show.

Which color is most gagable lime green or basic brown?

I'm heading out, have a pink day!!!

Stay pink with me here -

https://www.instagram.com/michaelshinafelt/?hl=en

https://x.com/MShinafelt  

Hump Day & Chill

Gin Martini?

Here I am doing my favorite thing to Hump Day & Chill...me with a frosty gin martini straight up two olives at my favorite (and neighborhood) bar in Los Angeles, Akbar.

Not only do they make a great martini the atmosphere is very casual and friendly and the eclectic jukebox is second to none. 

Don't bother me, I'm Hump Day & Chill...

Akbar on the WWW -

https://www.akbarsilverlake.com/  

Midnight

Vassy

 G'day from Australia,

I'm proud to share with you a very special moment in my career where I was recently honoured by APRA AMCOS with the Billions List Award for my song Bad with David Guetta & Showtek for hitting the 2 billion stream milestone. 

 I was so touched to be amongst my Aussie community in Sydney who have been so supportive.
You can read more about it Here:  

Aussie Dance Artist Vassy Receives Billions List Award, Honoured By APRA AMCOS

This weekend was full on from dropping my new single MIDNIGHT to performing in Darwin for BASSINTHEGRASS the largest music festival in Northern Australia.....other acts on the bill included Macklemore.

I got to debut my new single MIDNIGHT which is Out Now thru
Spinnin' Records & Central Station in Australia.
Excited I got to work on this one with UK producer duo Punctual (Calvin Harris, Becky Hill, Joel Corry) andAussie hitmakers Uncanny Valley (Justin Shave and Charlton Hill).

 

WATCH 'MIDNIGHT' THE OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

VASSYMUSIC.COM

Monday Motivation

The one and only Grace Jones is here to give you a dose of Monday Motivation!!!

I am team Grace on this I tend to be non-stagnant and open minded and posess a childlike wonder of the world around me. I'm very open as I am told.

As we grow older I believe it is important to never lose these qualities or we become jaded. "Yes" I know tend to be that too. But those who know me know I am also plenty of the other.

So heading into the week your assignment is to bend it like Grace & Myself.

Keep your mind and heart open, be fearless Minions!!!

Grace on the WWW -

https://www.gracejones.com/ 

Sunday Funday

Double Scooby
Scooby Doo & Matthew Lillard

OK, here we have Matthew Lillard on what looks to be a photo from the set of one of the Scooby Doo movies where he portrayed Shaggy.

I've never seen either of them, but it appears Lillard as Shaggy is disguised as his faithful buddy Scooby. For those in the know feel free to send me any correct information you feel you'd like to share.

In the meantime does this mean Matthew ate a Scooby Snack as well?! Did he speak in Scooby's funny woice? Why is he dressed to the nine's as Mr. Doo?

If you don't have the 411 like myself, draw your own conclusions and have a Sunday Funday on yours truly!

Matthew on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/matthewlillard/?hl=en 

Portrait

Bette Davis & Kim Carnes

Came across this portrait of Bette Davis and the woman who had a number one hit singing about her eyes Kim Carnes.

For those of you that remember the iconic song Bette Davis Eyes, this one is for us, cheers!

To those of you who don't recall it, well that's what Google is for.

Bend it like Bette today!

Bette Davis Eyes on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bette_Davis_Eyes 

Film Buff Friday - American Gigolo

On June 18th, Paul Schrader’s stylish neo-noir crime drama American Gigolo makes its debut on 4K UHD and Blu-ray in Limited Edition sets featuring a brand new 4K remaster from the original negative. Julian (a mesmerizing Richard Gere, in his breakthrough performance), a high-priced male escort, has the perfect car, the perfect wardrobe, the perfect house, and the perfect life. He desires the same lifestyle that his elite clients enjoy, but that desire turns to jealousy and one of his clients ends up dead. The drama builds as Julian realizes he’s being framed for the murder and races to prove his innocence.  

 

American Gigolo was shot by John Bailey (In the Line of Fire, The Big Chill), and features music by Golden Globe nominee for Best Original Score, Giorgio Moroder, who co-wrote “Call Me,” the film’s signature theme song by Blondie. The costuming by Giorgio Armani defined the era of disco and 80s extravagance and is widely credited for establishing the designer’s brand in North America. Featuring performances by Lauren Hutton, Bill Duke, and Héctor Elizondo.

 

The 4K UHD and Blu-ray editions feature an audio commentary, seven brand new interviews with cast and crew, original trailer, and more. 

 

View the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IN7sz-T_tUY&t=2s