I am really intrigued and confused by the culture of obsessing over celebrities. I don’t know if it is because I grew up in LA or because I am in some of the same social circles as some celebrities but I don’t really care what they are doing. To me they are just everyday people. I might be jaded because of my experiences but it really does nothing for me to track a persons every move just because they are famous. I am the minority on this one tho. Millions and millions of people across the world fill their days consuming bull shit facts about their favorite star.

Between TMZ, tabloids, paparazzi and blogs it is too much for me.

Mikes show is about the rise and fall of a super star. From nothing to absolute power to crash and burn. Being that this retrospective is coming from one of the biggest rock stars on the planet is of interest. Mike can really speak from real world experiences going from a no body to super star. Thru his art he was able to convey the pre and post stardom that his character lived through.

First, stars are nothing with out fans and media. Let’s just put that on the table, you and I are the culprits here. We are creating these stars. I think further than that a Super Star is a manifestation of mans never ending quest for power. In the cave man era it was simple. Carry a big stick, eat food, shelter and woman. If you were doing this you were a star. Now it is a little bit different. You need the boat, the watch, the maybach and the house. Not to mention to arm candy, girls and guys.

I believe that it is in our nature to never be satisfied. The lack of satisfaction has manifested into a culture of excessive. I want I want I want. More More More.

…. I kinda got lost on this post and started to ramble. But I can do that because this is my site.

Here are some photos from the show. Really good work. I really want the Good Life painting and Fireworks.
Fireworks

Goodlife

Goodlife 2

Mom and Daughter



Death

Dies


I had to get flicks of the good… TheGluttony!