Memories of Miss Memory

Freecycle has been around for a number of years now, but still I am amazed at the amount of people I talk to that haven’t heard of it. It’s one of those 21st century ideas that sounds good in theory, but impressively, in practice it also works pretty darn well. A very rare bird indeed. The basic principle is this. You have something you don’t want anymore, instead of throwing it out, to become more landfill and waste, you list it on the freecycle group in your area, and someone, or even many people will email you to let you know that they want the said item, and when they can come and pick it up. It’s a gift economy concept, there is no trading or barter that goes on. It’s a bit tricky when you list something that lots of people want. Then you just have to work it out for yourself who you think should get it. I generally go on who can pick it up the soonest, or who needs it the most (but watch out for sob stories).

So far I have given away a queen size bed, many little odd things that were unwanted gifts, and a freezer. I have received, 50 jazz and classical cassettes, a Yamaha DX9, some computer speakers and cd cases. All very useful in my line of work. In my opinion this model of gifting works pretty well.

From the website:

Our mission is to build a worldwide gifting movement that reduces waste, saves precious resources & eases the burden on our landfills while enabling our members to benefit from the strength of a larger community.

Why not check it out and get onto your local freecycle. Theres four of them in Sydney alone.

Ty is renowned for his refreshing, forward-thinking take on Hip Hop. With socially-loaded lyrics and the unique ability to harmonise a broad cross section of genres, Ty’s musical vision demands the respect of his Hip Hop contemporaries. Heard on wax alongside some of the genre’s most respected names like De La Soul and Talib Kweli to Detroit innovators Platinum Pied Pipers and legendary drummer Tony Allen, Ty is three albums deep into a recording career that’s seen him nominated for the prestigious Mercury Music Prize.

His memorable live shows have earnt him a formidable reputation as one of the Hip Hop’s foremost performers, gaining admirers across the globe from Morocco to the USA. Passionately community-minded, Ty has taken his unique approach to music culture to people of all backgrounds, running workshops in prisons and schools.

Ty has a wealth of knowledge and creativity to share with Australia’s aspiring artists. Join him on the lounge at the Red Bull Music Academy Info Sessions in Brisbane and Adelaide this week. Details below

Brisbane Info Session
Friday 18th April @ 7pm
Uber Niteclub: 100 Boundary St, West End
No RSVP required. Attendance is free with food and beverages provided.
For more info contact: derryn@redbullmusicacademy.com

Adelaide Info Session
Saturday 20th April @ 3pm
SAE Studio: Level 2, 282 Gouger St, Adelaide
No RSVP required. Attendance is free with food and beverages provided.
For more info contact: troy@redbullmusicacademy.com

For more info on the Academy, check: www.redbullmusicacademy.com

In addition to the info sessions, Ty will be holding studio sessions with 15 local participants, where they will have a unique opportunity to get creative with Ty in the studio. Will post up some photos from the sessions next week.