In the tradition of Carl Wilsonrsquo;s Letrsquo;s Talk About Love; an unforgettable account of fame; fandom; and the problem of making art in the twenty-first century In his multi-hyphenate ambitions; the musician who calls himself Juiceboxxx couldnrsquo;t be more modernmdash;you might call him a punk rock-rapper-DJ-record executive-energy drink-magnate. Journalist Leon Neyfakh has been something more than a fan of Juiceboxxxrsquo;s since he was a teenager; when he booked a show for the artist in a church basement in his hometown of Oak Park; Illinois. Juiceboxxx went on to the tireless; lonely; possibly hopeless pursuit of success on his own termsmdash;no club was too dank; no futon too grubby; if it helped him get to the next; next level. And; for years; Neyfakh remained haunted from afar: was art really worth all the sacrifices? If it was; how did you know yoursquo;d made it? And what was the difference; anyway; between a person like Juiceboxxxmdash;who devoted his life to being an artistmdash;and a person like Neyfakh; who elected instead to pursue a stable career and a comfortable; middle-class existence? Much more than a brilliant portrait of a charismatic musician always on the verge of something big; The Next Next Level is a wholly contemporary story of art; obsession; fame; ambition; and friendshipmdash;as well as viral videos; rap-rock; and the particulars of life on the margins of culture.From the Trade Paperback edition.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A Very Thorough ResourceBy ABThis book is helpful for landscape architects and others in the industry. I found it easy to read and full of facts and diagrams.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. An Outstanding SourcebookBy Andrew PressmanThis lucid and concise volume presents the full spectrum of legal and practice issues in conducting architectural practice--from inception to completion of projects. Salient topics include contracts; legal liability and insurance; forms of business association; roles and responsibilities of building industry players; codes and standards; and dispute resolution strategies.The authors deftly balance focused analytical and broad conceptual understandings with an engaging writing style. They crystallize a great deal of sophisticated practice information for real-world application.Seasoned practitioners as well as young professionals will appreciate the underlying thesis: Knowledge of law and practice empowers architects with "security and certainty." Law and Practice for Architects provides that critical knowledge.The authors vary the presentation of material--straight text with accompanying diagrams; question and answer sections; and "Practice Overview" essays. The fascinating Practice Overviews augment each chapter by illuminating a specific practice topic and by stimulating critical thinking; making this book a valuable didactic tool for professional development.Law and Practice for Architects is an outstanding sourcebook; essential reading for all design professionals. Res ipsa loquitur. --Andrew Pressman; FAIA; Professor and Editor-in-Chief; Architectural Graphic Standards; 11e.3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. A rare and readable blend of experience and practical wisdomBy JimThis is a rare and readable blend of experience and practical wisdom on where design meets the law. It is a solid addition to any architects library and could serve as a strong link in every firms orientation program. It offers the basics on legal issues; but just as importantly provides much-needed perspective. This profession has entered a new and different world- full of worrisome and wonderful opportunities. For those looking to the future; this book will lead the perplexed and strengthen the leader.
