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Save-On-Crafts.com DO NOT USE THIS WEBSITE

Steve — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:43:06 GMT

This was emailed to me, via Tribe email.

****DO NOT USE THIS WEBSITE******

Save-on-Crafts

So I found this amazing (well, what I thought was amazing) website when shopping for my birthday party. It's not just for all types of parties (birthday, showers, weddings, etc.), it's for all types of crafts too.

www.save-on-crafts.com/index.html

I was so excited... finally a site that was reasonable.

So my plan was to order many things on this site for my hafla/birthday party. But first, I wanted to order one vase, and one branch (for my centerpieces) just to make sure they weren't totally cheap looking. I figured I could eat the cost of shipping just one of ea item to ensure I'd like the products.

My order total was $11.63
The shipping charge $42.65

Are they freaking joking?? So I called the company, thinking there shipping calculator MUST be broken! Nope sure isn't. So if I wanted to order 17 of ea item, I would be charged $200 for the order, and $400 for shipping!! After I called and bitched, they were able to lower the shipping cost to $200, the same amount for my order!! Forget it

Well save on crafts my ass, this is more like trippling the cost of the item

To all my friends.. stay FAR away from this site!!!

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Help Hipdrop and Tribalusions fight for Diabetes - National ADA Walk 2008

Steve — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 14:00:57 GMT

This year, Hipdrop and Tribalusions have joined the fight to help stop diabetes by walking in this years ADA Walk.

If you want to join our fight, by either making a online donation or even establish a team in your area, or both. Then click on our link below:

main.diabetes.org/site/TR/S...t290338010

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Happy Birthday Steve

Aneaj — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:31:07 GMT

:-)

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Dumbek & Dance II Saturday, June 28, 2008

Steve — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:56:21 GMT

Talitas
3090 Southwest Blvd. Grove City, Ohio 43123

Presents:

Dumbek & Dance II
Saturday, June 28, 2008
@ 5:00 p.m.
$5.00 in advance

With performances by:
Aneaj
Bad Donkey Belly Dancing
Laylia
Mounir
Salwa
Shana
Tribalusions
& more

Costume Vending by: Tamara

Tickets available at Hipdrop Studio
For ticket information contact Aneaj, 614.946.2726 or www.hipdrop.com

Proceeds from this hafla will benefit the American Diabetes Association

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Valizan ATS Workshop in Dayton OCT 3rd & 4th

Tavi — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 02:57:42 GMT

Valizan in Dayton October 4th & 5th

On Saturday, October 4th, Valizan will be teaching ‘Tribal 101: Basics of American Tribal Style (FCBD)’ from 10:00 a.m.-Noon, and ‘Tribal 201: Advanced Moves and Combinations’ from 1:00 pm.–3:00 p.m.

Because we have had so many ask… on Sunday, October 5th, Valizan will be teaching ‘Tahtiib Basics (Egyptian marital stick dance)’ from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m…

Day One $45.00
Day Two $25.00

Two-day Workshop $60.00 before August 31st, $65 before day of workshop, $70 at door (if we have space).

Belly Boo Bash $15.

If you want to dance in Belly Boo, you will need to be enrolled in both days of the workshop. Please call Gayle at 937-369-6233 or Deniz at 937-602-3788 if you have any questions.

About Valizan:
Valizan began his journey into Middle Eastern dance in 1995 when he joined The Society For Creative Anachronism, an educational group that learns about the Middle Ages by recreating it. Teachers Rayah Blackstar and Moria The Black instilled basic technique, while classes with the sublime Roula Said took him to a new plateau. Current influences include Yasmina Ramzy, Fat Chance Belly Dance, Jillina, Rachel Brice, Francisco Carranza and Aziz of Salt Lake City.

As one of few male belly dancers in North America, he has become a sought after solo performer and teacher across Canada and The U.S. for his powerful style and energy. He also heads up his own troupe, Shades Of Araby. Local appearances include Arabesque Dance Company's Asala, The International Belly Dance Conference Of Canada, Tribally Inspired, Northern Migration, The Dark Side, Face Zenna at the Royal Ontario Museum and The Bewitching Bellydance Ball. He also headlined In The Heat Of The Hafla in Milwaukee and appeared at Cabin Fever in Buffalo, NY.

He was recently honored to have been included in the 2007 Men Of Middle Eastern Dance Calendar put out by male belly dancer Jim Boz.

He began teaching American Tribal Style belly dance at Arabesque Academy in 2004, and became an apprentice in the Arabesque Dance Company in November 2005 when he began training in Egyptian Folklore with Yasmina Ramzy. He is honored to be a lead dancer in the Arabesque Dance Company Men's corps, and in the new project, The Righteous Rogues Of Raks.

Valizan also holds a degree from The Ryerson School Of Journalism.
The learning continues...

www.arabesquedance.ca/home.php
shadesofaraby.valizan.com/

Deniz’s Original Annual Charity event is BACK!
10th Annual Belly Boo Bash will be on Saturday, October 4th, 2008 in the Historic Oregon District.
Come one, come all for a great cause. Tickets are only $15, and all proceeds go to the charity. This year’s charity is the Lakota Indian Nation. Many are living in sub-standard housing, with no heat, running water or electricity. Many children don’t have a winter coat. The sad thing is that this is going on right here in America. So let’s do something to help out and come in your most ghoulish gear and be prepared to scare.
If you are interested in dancing in the event, please call Deniz at 937-602-3788. Spots are limited so call her quick! In addition to the workshop earlier that day, Valizan will be performing that night. The event will be held at the new PlayThink Learning location at 411 E Fifth Street in the middle of the Historic Oregon Distric. There will be plenty of parking now that the city of Dayton is sending 1.3 mil to create more places for people to park. Show starts at 8:pm and will be done when we’ve squeezed all the fun we can out of the night. Open dancing, yummy treats, raffle items, plus anything else we can think up to make the night an exceptional evening to remember.
Visit www.caravanworkshops.com to learn more.

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Belly Dancing and Child Birth

Steve — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 17:14:02 GMT

I ran across this article while doing some research for a project I am currently working on.

It's a perfect example of how belly dancing is improving peoples life.

http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/TurningPoints/story?id=4071888&page=1

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Rachel George is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for June 2008.

Steve — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 03:43:24 GMT

Everyone… Please help me congratulate this month’s featured artist: Rachel George from Portland, Oregon.

You can read her interview with Aneaj on our website: www.hipdrop.com. Also you can see one of many of video Rachel’s performance by clicking on the Rachel’s picture (green dress).

As always, if you know anyone who you like to see as one of our Featured Artist of the Month, then please send an email to Aneaj at: Aneaj@hipdrop.com

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Qaina

Lena — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 14:39:14 GMT

It was so great to see everyone at Qaina. Tribalusions' performance was beautiful. And Steve, thank you so much for taking photos, I can't wait to see them. Thanks for making the drive up, it was so great to have you all here for the event. Hope you can make it back sometime soon. In the meantime, I promise to make it down to Columbus to Shiva Raye's now that the weather is nice.

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Recycled Rainbow September 25-28

Aneaj — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 19:06:10 GMT

Recycled Rainbow is a community of friends and strangers. It is a four-day festival in a large outdoor space. It is a modern experimental salon. It is a "no spectator" event. It is a local experiment in community and expression. It is a place to try out that new idea you have for a sculpture or performance. It is difficult to describe. It is, in few words, what you turn it into.

We had so much fun last year and since its on my birthday weekend we're going again.

Mutation is the theme for this year.

Today is the last day for discounted tickets go here to get'em
http://www.recycledrainbow.org/about.html

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V-Day

Aneaj — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 18:48:40 GMT

Courtney is in the Vagina Monologues. The show will be at Ohio State next weekend. March 8 and 9 at 8pm. Thurber Theatre. I'm going Saturday.

V-Day is a global movement to end violence against women and girls that raises funds and awareness through the productions of Eve Ensler’s award winning play The Vagina Monologues. Its been going on for 10 years and has raised 50 million (Yay!). This year the focus is on the Gulf South (New Orleans).

More info on getting tickets events.vday.org/2008/Colle...rsity_(TVM)

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Lee Ali is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month!

Steve — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:57:22 GMT

You can read all about the incredible Lee, and hear her interview with Aneaj on Hipdrop Radio.

Just visit www.hipdrop.com. After you read all about her, make sure you click on the Hipdrop Radio Icon to listen to her interview, as well as, past interviews from other featured artist.

For those of us who are MySpace addicts, Hipdrop has a MySpace page as well. Just visit: www.myspace.com/hipdr0p.

As always, if you know anyone who you like to see as one of our Featured Artist of the Month, then send an email at: aneaj@hipdrop.com

Keep on listening, and as always....keep on SHIMMING!!!!

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ABC News: Bellydancing in Pregnancy

ammanaga — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 23:11:51 GMT

http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/?rn=3906861&cl=5768282&ch=4226723&src=news

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Fundraiser for Mama Cats!

ammanaga — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 12:00:48 GMT

Kitten season is nearly upon us, and we will really need help if we are to save some tiny lives!! We are so thankful to TL2 Productions for hosting this fundraiser for our mama cats. It is at The Pink Door in Louisville KY.

I know you will be able to catch the ladies of Mystic Hips performing, as well as Jajira (doing a drum solo or two with Dave.) I believe Taletha is performing as well... with her troupe and, maybe, her band!

The online portion of the fundraiser has already begun! If you can't be with us in Louisville (or even if you can, and just want to get an early start) go to this website:
https://www.thebodyshopathome.com/web/jchischillie/home/overview.do
When you submit your order mark the hostess block as either "TL2" or "3SistersCats" and a hefty portion of the proceeds will come straight into the vet care fund for our cats. The Body Shop has the finest line of cruelty free cosmetics and body care products ANYWHERE. (I highly recommend the Tea Tree products, which I use on myself... and also on my special "mangey" dogs.)

Here is a link for Raffle Tickets:
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_xclick&business=skhergert%40yahoo%2ecom&undefined_quantity=1&item_name=Body%20Shop%20Raffle&item_number=BSR0315&amount=5%2e00&shipping=1%2e00&no_shipping=1&tax=0%2e00&currency_code=USD&lc=US&bn=PP%2dBuyNowBF&charset=UTF%2d8
I'll be posting pics of raffle items in my photos as we get them!

TIA,

Amma

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Leaving Tribe - cross posted

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 21:11:12 GMT

For personal reasons, I'm leaving Tribe.net. While here, I connected with many wonderful people I've come to call friends, both close and just acquaintence. Thank you for your support and compassion since we met, most especially over the last year. I believe the bellydance phase of my performance life is over and I now look forward to a life in academia and whatever is beyond the horizon. Please keep my email on hand - amadearose32 @ aol.com. If you would like to friend me on other social applications, look for athenawindsong on both myspace and LiveJournal.

One favor: please don't waste time and energy asking me about the personal reasons or requesting that I stay on Tribe. This decision has been a long time in coming and I hope to see you, my friends, around the 'net.

Best wishes to everyone on Tribe, friend or not.

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Miami Ink

Aneaj — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 17:59:22 GMT

There was a belly dancer on Miami Ink the past week. Does anyone know who she is?

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Why we love salome!

layliasbadmonkeys — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 23:31:28 GMT

Salome of Columbus passed away- a feisty teacher and relentless seminar sponsor who brought a lot of education to us for years.

She always had a great story of lemo driving and a humongous heart for her cats! And boy does she give one hell of a dressing down!

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A Little Belly Dancer

Steve — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 04:35:41 GMT

I saw this on YouTube last night, and I though it was cute. Ya, I said cute damn it! lol

Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73Rvj4imwj8

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Lena from The Navel Academy is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month

Steve — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 12:12:44 GMT

You can read all about the incredible Lena, and hear her interview with Aneaj on Hipdrop Radio.

Just visit www.hipdrop.com. After you read all about her, make sure you click on the Hipdrop Radio Icon to listen to her interview, as well as, past interviews from other featured artist.

For those of us who are MySpace addicts, Hipdrop has a MySpace page as well. Just visit: www.myspace.com/hipdr0p.

As always, if you know anyone who you like to see as one of our Featured Artist of the Month, then send an email at: aneaj@hipdrop.com

Keep on listening, and as always....keep on SHIMMING!!!!

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Turkish Association Multi-Cultural Dance Showcase

Aneaj — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 12:27:25 GMT

*Multi-Cultural Dance Showcase*

Saturday, September 29. 100 Hughes Hall

Free and open to public

Come and see colorful and varied dances from all over the world. We invite members of the OSU community, as well as the general public to come and experience a visual array of local international dancing and live music, including drumming, guitar, and voice. Audience members will receive information on how to join the groups that are presenting. The groups
are: *African Youth Ensemble* presenting West African dances in company of the drums of
the region, *El Ritmo* presenting flamenco, *Majestic Bellydancing*presenting Persian dances and belly dance, *Wind of Anatolia* presenting regional folk dance from Anatolia, *Flamenco Del Corazón* presenting Flamenco with live guitar and singing and *Scandinavian Dance Group* with their folk dances from Scandinavia.

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Belly Dance World Record

Steve — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 03:51:51 GMT

We can beat this record, easily.... Possibly in Columbus???? Hmmm????

Does anyone have the phone number to the Guinness Book of Records? lol

http://www.worldbellydance.com/articles.htm

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How Are Folks in Cleveland!?!

masani — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 18:53:07 GMT

Just returned from lunch at the student union and seeing CNN. My thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Cleveland, OH! I so hope none of you are touched by this tragedy.

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"You Know You’re Married To a Belly Dancer When…":

Steve — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 03:28:40 GMT

…you are covered in ultra fine glitter after an after-show hug.
…you can balance her pocketbook, water bottle, props and driving directions as well as she can her sword.
…you know several performance videos/DVDs by heart.
…you know a masmoodi from a beledi.
…you can’t shimmy…but you like to watch.
…you have a favorite version of "Aziza".
…you snark about other dancers who you feel don’t have ‘it’.
…you are asked ‘Jillina or Ansuya’ and you know what she’s talking about.

List was borrowed from: Gia Al Qamar's TALES FROM THE URBAN DESERT | 8|
The Married Bellydancer: a view just south of heaven

http://www.thehipcircle.com/article/display.asp?ArticleID=193

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I'll add my own personal comment about the glitter....

"Glitter looks great on work clothes." (Borrowed from Romka Tribal)

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Shiva Raye is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for October 2007

Steve — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 23:22:43 GMT

You can read all about Shiva Raye and see some photos of him, on our website www.hipdrop.com. Make sure you also click on the Hipdrop Radio icon and listen to his interview with Aneaj.

To listen to some of our past Featured Artists of the Month interviews, go to our Hipdrop Radio MySpace website: http://www.myspace.com/hipdr0p

If you, or someone you know would like to become a Hipdrop Featured Artist or have a question or a comment about our website or our radio station. Please feel free to send email to Aneaj at: aneaj@hipdrop.com

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Recycled Rainbow

Aneaj — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 17:57:50 GMT

We'll be there this weekend at Camp Yettobenamed.

For more info check www.recycledrainbow.org

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Talk like a Pirate Day

Aneaj — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 16:19:52 GMT

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070918/od_nm/pirates1_dc

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Pure Java Drum Circle

Aneaj — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 17:23:40 GMT

Micheal holds this drum circle at Pure Java. We went last night and had a lot of fun. Its every Wednesday from 7:00-10:00 pm.

8523 Refugee Road, Pickerington, Oh 43147.
www.myspace.com/purejava or go to www.purejavacafe.com
This is a fun and informal drum circle...bring your bongo's, djembe drums, flutes, tambourines, etc.

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Dumbek & Dance @ 1001 Nights

Steve — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 23:25:10 GMT

1001 Nights
1129 N. High St Columbus, OH 43201

Presents:

Dumbek & Dance
Sunday, August 12, 2007
@ 6:00 p.m.
$15.00 in advance

With performances by:
Aneaj
Amythest
Laylia
Mounir
Rhiannon
Shrouk
Tacarah
Tribalusions
Yasmilah
& more

Catering provided by: Mad Greek Cafe
Costume Vending by: Tamara

Tickets available at:
1001 Nights & Hipdrop Studio

For ticket information contact:
Aneaj @ 614.946.2726
www.hipdrop.com

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Please

Aneaj — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 13:11:22 GMT

Light candles for Jason and his family Lucas, Amma & Dave

http://people.tribe.net/ammanaga/blog/947d448f-a89a-46b4-84cc-4bd08f0d78f3

http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=JKell

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Invitation to Jalsah

ammanaga — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 10:16:39 GMT

Hey Ya'll, We are moving Ohio Jalsah to Columbus, and you are still invited!!!

September 29th. Beginning at 3 PM. We'll have workshops from Carmine and Melissa (just in case you don't get enuf of them at Pennsic) Then we'll have a dy-no-mite jalsah (uh, er party) to live music and open dance!

For those who are not yet caught up in the Jalsah frenzy...

"Jalsah is a music event that ALL musicians and dancers are welcome to. Come sit in and play Middle Eastern music for open floor dancing all night. A community event designed to bring together dancers and musicians inspired by Middle Eastern music. Experienced or inexperienced: all are welcome!"

Here are some ways to acquaint yourself:

Website:
www.jalsah.org

Videos:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N13Te6kI90

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDimqoSAoHs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ak-4UH7TGv0

Tribe:
http://tribes.tribe.net/jalsah

Musicians and dancers interested in vending/ promoting at this event should contact Amma right away! We'll have a limited amount of table space! We'd love to have any of our Hipdrop friends in da house!

Amma

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Need a SPECTACULAR Columbus Venue for September 29th! Jalsah!!

ammanaga — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 11:26:37 GMT

Hey ya'll....

We are moving Jalsah to Columbus OH! This is for many reasons.... but, predominantly because that's where Dawn is. And she our musical director, AND the Ohio Jalsah girl!! Haha.

We need a venue!!! Not to expensive. Holds about 100. Musicians and bellydancers. September 29th. Beginning at 3 PM. We'll have workshops from Carmine and Melissa. Plus a dy-no-mite party to live music and open dance!

For those who are not yet caught up in the Jalsah frenzy...

"Jalsah is a music event that ALL musicians and dancers are welcome to. Come sit in and play Middle Eastern music for open floor dancing all night. A community event designed to bring together dancers and musicians inspired by Middle Eastern music. Experienced or inexperienced: all are welcome!"

Here are some ways to acquaint yourself:

Website:
www.jalsah.org

Videos:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N13Te6kI90

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDimqoSAoHs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ak-4UH7TGv0

Tribe:
http://tribes.tribe.net/jalsah

Amma

PS. Musicians and dancers interested in vending/ promoting at this event should contact Amma right away! We'll have a limited amount of table space!

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My Bindi Book

Steve — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 17:37:42 GMT

I am in the process of putting the last few touches on my Bindi Book. I will let you know when it's done and available.

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Future for Hipdrop Radio?

Aneaj — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 01:34:16 GMT

I received this letter from Live365 this evening.

Dear Live365 Broadcasters:

Recently, the Copyright Royalty Board (CRB) made an initial ruling of alarmingly high new royalty rates for Internet radio for the 2006-2010 period. The ruling increased sound recording royalties by 140% over the next 4 years and included a $500 minimum fee per station per year. The CRB is now rehearing our arguments against these unrealistic fees, but we must keep the pressure on.

With around 10,000 stations the previously released rates would mean an additional $5 million per year owed by Live365 and our broadcasters. Should this decision stand, most small webcasters on Live365 would be driven out of business and listeners would lose diversity in radio programming and choice in radio content.

We've created a special broadcaster webpage that has tools and information to help. This new page includes congressional addresses and contact information, sample letters, a broadcaster story submission form, details on changes we will be making to the Live365 services, and more.

Please check it out at www.live365.com/broadcasterchoice.

Though the CRB is rehearing our arguments, you still must make your voice heard by the lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Call, write, e-mail, and/or visit your Representatives and Senators today!

We will continue to fight for a realistic ruling and will work with our broadcasters, audiences, partners, and DiMA to appeal with the DC Court of Appeals if our motions are not granted.

You, Live365 Broadcasters, are our voice. Our voice must resonate to be heard and to save Internet radio. We've weathered this storm before and will do so again!

Sincerely,

Jason Stoddard
Director, Broadcasting
Live365 Inc.

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Do Something Saturday

Aneaj — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 20:39:24 GMT

Hey all, if you haven't read about my friend Kengi, check his blog and his tribe Do Something Saturday Tribe http://tribes.tribe.net/dosomethingsaturdaylacounty

It doesn't matter where we are, we can make a difference.

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Dawn is the July Hipdrop Featured Artist

Aneaj — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 14:47:15 GMT

You can read all about Dawn Rose Amadea of Snakes Rising on our website www.hipdrop.com

Make sure you also click on the Hipdrop Radio icon and listen to her interview.

If you, or someone you know would like to become a Hipdrop Featured Artist or have a question or a comment about our website or our radio station. Please feel free to send email to Aneaj at: aneaj@hipdrop.com

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Happy Boom Boom Bang Day!

Steve — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:24:36 GMT

Happy 4th everyone.....

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Happy Birthday Steve

Aneaj — Sun, 01 Jul 2007 01:09:39 GMT

:-)

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LETTER 2 FROM NAKISH

RavenBly — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 22:16:42 GMT

Hello
Hello;
To all my Tribe members and others.;
I want to reach out to everyone who received my first e-mail letter and express my deep apology for the typographical errors.

Available time for me has been limited. It has interfered with my quiet
sit down moments to send off another letter.

I work for a National & International Theatrical local that covers the entire musical spectrum such as Broadway shows, Opera, Ballet, Symphony, Movies, and Industrial Shows, dance companies & all other music events. At times, it keeps me on the move.

I also build for a Designer who designs for smaller theater companies in the San Francisco Bay Area.

An email address has been set up under ladywiththeeyes@yahoo.com
For those who want to contact me. But be aware; don’t expect me to correspond immediately.

I want every dancer to keep a journal each time a club owner discriminates against you for the following reasons:
1) Race
2) Size

Here is a list of things I want everyone to write down:
1) Club name
2) Club address
3) Owner name
4) Date
5) Time
6) The full conversation and any witnesses name, phone number you can get.

News
2008 Intensive workshop in the making;
July 2008

If I get the total response needed, I will give a four day intensive
Work shop and dinner show. There will be surprise teachers plus myself with certificates.
The work shop will be limited. No walk ins. This is the only fair way a certificate can be issued.

I clearly want to express again, that the four days can only happen with total response. If not, a smaller workshop will take place.

Your email response will help a great deal. I’ll need your contact information
So I can update you , or put you on first mail priority, because it will be limited.
Ravenmoon is my right hand, and is working with me. You may also contact her at sacredraven@msn.com.

Nakish
Ravenmoon

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UNMATA, Zafira, Kassar, Sashi, Tribal Feat, Frèdèrique and Gyspy Caravan in Buffalo, NY

foolish_magpie — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 20:44:07 GMT

UNMATA, Zafira, Kassar, Sashi, Tribal Feat, Frèdèrique and Gyspy Caravan all in one night at Ani DiFranco's Church? Northern Migration Tribal/Alternative Bellydance Festival is offering you the HOTTEST tickets in the world!!! Purchase your ticket on the web at www.northernmigration.net, at Heartbeat of the East World Dance Studio or at the door at 341 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14202 and meet us on July 14th at 7:30. A kicking after party is in the works as well. Rub elbows with Tribal’s finest and Get to NoMi!!!

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June 26 - Save Internet Radio

Aneaj — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 19:04:54 GMT

Tomorrow is the rescheduled Day of Silence. Hipdrop will be off the air for 24 hours. For more information please go to www.savenetradio.org

"...Thousands of Internet radio stations and channels across North America are preparing to go silent tomorrow (6/26) as part of an industry-wide "Day of Silence". The landmark event is designed to draw attention to impending royalty rates that threaten to virtually shut down Internet radio as a medium.

Plans for the event have already received coverage in numerous press outlets, including in The Wall Street Journal, on public radio's "Marketplace" program,and, this morning, on CNBC.

Webcasters participating in the event range from thousands of "hobbyist" webcasters and mid-size commercial webcasters to major commericial and publicbroadcasters and most of the largest Internet-only webcasters (including Yahoo!, Pandora, MTV, Rhapsody,and Live 365)..."

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Photos on the Scorched Nuts Tribe

Steve — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 04:13:33 GMT

For everyone who went to Scorched Nuts, thanks for making my first burn a druken, mind blowing experience.

Make sure you stop by the Scorched Nuts Tribe to check out the photos (my photo was chosen as the main photo ~ yay!!!).

http://tribes.tribe.net/scorchednuts

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Aneaj was a scorcher!

ammanaga — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 17:34:25 GMT

At Scorched Nuts last evening. Doing a drum solo with Snakes Rising.

Hope somebody will post a few pics! I was too busy having fun to take any.

Amma

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Meow! Art Festival Performance and new video

layliasbadmonkeys — Sat, 09 Jun 2007 20:17:35 GMT

Meow!
Catch us at the arts festival sunday 4pm at the community stage
Yasmilahs tray balancing, Dharma, Deanna (of Khalida tribe), Lael, Andrea (of sacred shimmy) me and perhaps a special guest appearance from Huria!

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Embaraasing times- gone good!
One of my favorite things is going into a place and dancing to a song I have never heard before!

One of my not favorite things is Having the shotgun shits while trying to perform... thanks Lensa and Immodium D for helping me out... (grin) Can you see the sweat? (lol)
" I hope this one is just gas, cause I can't get to the Restroom now!"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyQUkCRQUPc

Let me know what cha think!

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Snakes Rising at Scorched Nuts!

ammanaga — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 16:10:50 GMT

It's been a little slow in coming together. But... I think I can safely tell you that Snakes Rising will perform "late Friday" at Scorched Nuts. From what I can gather, this means something like 11 PM or midnight.

Bob will be there all weekend. Hosting Camp Kundalini. If you go... be sure to drop in! Lots of music and dance in our living room, all weekend long. Musicians expected to attend are Bob, Dave, Dawn, Ben. We'll be joined by the lovely Rhiannon and the incredible Raye! Fire artists and dancers wishing to perfoorm with us can request particular music pieces in advance if they like. Just do it here! Or PM me!!

www.scorchednuts.com
I think this is the last day for advance ticketing!

Amma

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BOCA Festival This Weekend

Aneaj — Thu, 24 May 2007 12:14:08 GMT

I'll be at BOCA this weekend! Hope to meet some of the avatars out there!

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A note from Tamalyn Dallal

Alina — Wed, 09 May 2007 13:55:20 GMT

This is Tamalyn-

I hope all is well and that you are well. I've been working like crazy on the final touches of my new book "40 Days and 1001 Nights". It has been more work than anyone can imagine but is coming out great! It should be ready some time this summer
I'd like to announce that I'll be in Miami for two weekends. I'll be doing several workshops and events. I hope you can make it, enjoy them and support what I'm doing. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call me (206)226-3882 or e mail tamalyndallal@yahoo.com.

Friday, May 11, 6:30-8:30pm I'll be teaching a workshop about dancing to the Semaii rhythm loaded with technique and history.

Sat., May 12, 2-5pm I am teaching a workshop in using ethereal and earthy energies in your dance. Of course, we'll be dancing a lot!

The above two workshops will be at Bozenkas Bellydance Academy, (The site of the former Mid Eastern Dance Exchange, 350 Lincoln Road, #505, Miami Beach) www.bozenkasbellydanceacademy.com (305)538-1608.

For these workshops, I'll be using a Semaii cd that has lots of versions of Lamma Bada as well as one that just came out called "House of Taarab" with a great band who playse music from Egypt's "Golden Age" (1930's to 1950's). This also has incredible taksims- Nay, oud, and one of the most amazing violin solos I've heard yet, as well as a drum solo that's perfect for dancers.I'll bave it for sale at my workshops.

Also on Saturday, May 12 I will be showing my film, "40 Days and 1001 Nights" at 8pm in a cozy studio setting- at the Lotus Dance Center, 9117 Taft, Pembroke Pines.(954)433-5522

Monday, May 14, I will teach a workshop entitled "Tamalyn Dallal Technique" also at the Lotus Dance Center. Make sure to bring your veils and zils for this one. 7-9pm

May 17-20 is the much loved Orientalia Festival and workshop series. This has been a yearly and sometimes twice yearly event since 1994, but now it is the last one. Orientalia involves over a year of planning, fundraising and doing paperwork. I have organized this one and some of the others while overseas or out of state, and they have always been a treat!

The festival, Friday May 18, 7-9pm (FREE) Special guest artists are: Mohammed Shahin of Egypt. He will be performing "Double Assaya" (stick dance from southern Egypt), Nubian, (Arab- African dance from Aswan), and the magnificent "Tanoura" (Whirling Dervish with a giant weighted skirt- cape that has to be seen!). Our other star, Ahmet Luleci from Turkey is an extremely sought after performer of strong and masculine Turkish folkloric dances. Back just for Orientalia is the much loved dancer and teacher who moved to Virginia a year ago, Shahar. Sevdije who lives in Tampa is of Albanian-Turkish heritage and will share her unique style of dance. From Gainesville, the beautiful and talented Najmah will dance, accompanied by Flamenco guitarrist, Goliath.Michigans Asianne, will fuse Asian and Middle Eastern styles, Alessandra from Costa Rica, Francesca, Portia, Nathalie, Roshanna, Amalia, Xiomara, the Shri Shambala Dance co., Bellycraft, and Bozenkas Bellydance Academy troupe will grace the stage.
Orientalia 2007 is dedicated to Men who dance, and invited artists include Andruz, Amrit, Harissa, and Jose (and maybe some special surprises).

Orientalia always involves great workshops. They will be at Bozenkas Bellydance Academy. Please don't miss studying with these wonderful guest artists.See the schedule below.

Najmah and Goliath
Spanish Gypsy Fusion Master Class
Thurs., May 17, 6-7:30pm

Shahar
Tribal Fusion
Sat., May 19, 12:30- 2:30pm

Mohammed Shahin
Authenticity in Egyptian styling
Sat., May 19, 3-6pm

Sevdije
Albanian-Turkish Flair
Sun., May 20, 12:30-2:30pm

Ahmet Luleci
Turkish folkdance from a master
Sun., May 20, 306pm

If you or anyone you know is going to be in Gainesville, I'll be showing my film "40 Days and 1001 Nights" at the Hippodrome Theater at 8pm, Monday, May 21, then teaching a workshop at the Unified Dance Center in Gainesville, Tues., May 22 . Please contact najmahdance@gmail.com for all the details.

Thanks and I hope to see you all.

Tamalyn Dallal

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May 8, Day of Silence

Aneaj — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 20:17:54 GMT

Hipdrop Radio will participate in the Day of Silence for Webcasters on Tuesday, May 8 the station will be off the air for 24 hours.

On Monday, (4/30), a large group of webcasters, artists, and independent record label executives will converge on Washington D.C. to prepare to petition members of Congress on Tuesday in support of the Internet Radio Equality Act (H.R. 2060). This bill is to counter act the proposed royalty fee increases that will put thousands of Internet webcasters out of business on May 15th. Please call your Representative in Congress as soon as possible and urge them to co-sponsor H.R. 2060, the Internet Radio Equality Act.

For more information please go to http://www.kurthanson.com/ or http://www.savenetradio.org/

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Get to NoMi! 3 weeks of early bird pricing remain for Northern Migration.

foolish_magpie — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 18:16:28 GMT

Registration for Northern Migration is up and running! There are 3 weeks left in the early bird pricing period. Visit www.northernmigration.net to peruse the classes being offered by Gypsy Caravan, UNMATA, Kassar, Sashi of Ascend Tribal, Frèdèrique, Tribal Feat and Daveed Korup. The festival runs July 13-15, 2007 at Asbury Hall at The Church (the church that Ani DiFranco saved) in Buffalo, NY. Festival events include dancing and drumming workshops, vending, a Friday night Hafla featuring student performances, a Saturday night gala showcasing Festival instructors and a rocking after party! Vending opportunities are still available, please PM me for details. I hope you visit the web site to see all of our exciting offerings and I hope to see you in Buffalo in July! We are so proud of our little festival and we want to share the love!!!

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Sandstorm Presents

Aneaj — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 22:57:47 GMT

Shahrazad's Carpet

This sounds like fun!

Friday, April 20
Road Apple Music's Sorg Theatre
65 South Main Street
Middletown, Ohio
Doors open at 7:30

www.sandstorm.us
513.214.4444

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Suzanna Del Vecchio coming to Columbus

Aneaj — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 18:43:44 GMT

Salome' is bringing Suzanna Del Vecchio to Columbus:-)

Saturday, April 21, 2007
9:00 - 10:00 Registration & Bazaar
10:00 - 12:00 Mini Choreo using fast combinations & slow motion taqsims
12:00-1:30 Break
1:30 - 3:30 More mini choreo

Doors open for showcase at 7:00
All events will be held at the
YWCA
65 S. Fourth Street
Columbus, OH 43215

Contact Salome' 3435 Scottwood Rd.
Columbus Ohio 43227- 3566
Phone: (614) 239-0580 or FAX (614)237-4930

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Aneaj is on the ballot for Brandon's Oasis Honor!

Taletha — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 03:03:52 GMT

http://hometown.aol.com/homeskillety2k/page1.html

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Jae is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for April 2007

Steve — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 09:56:24 GMT

You can read all about Jae's and see some photos of her, on our website www.hipdrop.com

Also, make sure you also click on the Hipdrop Radio icon and listen to her interview with Aneaj.

If you, or someone you know would like to become a Hipdrop Featured Artist or have a question or a comment about our website or our radio station. Please feel free to send email to Aneaj at: aneaj@hipdrop.com

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Nakish performs!

Aneaj — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:13:16 GMT

Nakish and Ravenmoon will be at Al-Masri (4031 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121; 415-876-2300) on Friday, April 6, 7:00 PM. Shaunte and Aswan will be performing too:-)

Here is an article in Gilded Serpent about Nakish by Sausan http://www.gildedserpent.com/art39/SausanNakishInterview.htm

Nights like this, I wish I lived in Cali:-)

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New member

Tisha Leigh — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 03:20:26 GMT

Hello, all! I was sent an invitation to this tribe, and just finally joined. My name is Tisha Leigh, and I'm a dancer in northern California. I have danced and performed with Sandra Troutman, and Malia DeFelice. I am currently interested in studying more Tribal Fusion with Jill Parker. I just thought I'd introduce myself! :)

Tisha Leigh

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Hipdrop turns 4 today!

Steve — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 18:01:08 GMT

Today is Hipdrop's Anniversary. It's been a fun 4 years. We met a lot of wonderful dancers, musicians, and friends along the way.

Thank you all for your love and support!!!!

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Hipdrop's Past Featured Artists of the Month

Steve — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 19:31:26 GMT

Over the past year, Hipdrop has been very fortunate to have met, networked, and performed with a lot of wonder performers and musicians.

To honor all of those wonderful people, Hipdrop has listed them as this month's Featured Artist(s) of the Month.

Their interviews are also playing on Hipdrop Radio. So if you missed Raven's, or Jade's or even Carmine's interview, just click on the Hipdrop Radio icon.

Make sure you stop in next month and find out who will be the Featured Artist of Month.

It could be you, or you, or it could even possibly YOU..... You will never know unless you stop by and see and hear for your self.

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Pharaoh High

Steve — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 04:20:59 GMT

I saw this on YouTube last night. I have to see this when it comes out....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TB2Gfq7E_xo&mode=related&search=

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It's not too late.... Bellyqueen & Carmine at Kira's TOMORROW!

ammanaga — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 17:02:52 GMT

And you can save by doing just that!

Just go to: www.snakesrising.com and scroll to the paypal button. The cost will be 1/4 off the "at the door" price of $20.

This will be an incredible line-up, including BellyQueen, Kaeshi Chai, Amar Gamal, Laylia, Anaya Gypsy, Zahara, Raymere, Laura, Natasha, Bondaura and LOTS of open dancing.

Drummers who take Carmine's 1 PM workshop will be invited to play with us for the open dance set. And we'll have LOTS of open dancing for everyone!!! So get your shimmy wear on before you head out!

Amma

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Bollywood Dreams ~ Rangeela (a video review)

Steve — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 04:52:02 GMT

I just saw Bollywood Dreams. Good movie. On top of that, I found it at the Columbus Library (Whetstone Branch).

It's about a young middle class women named, Mili. Who is a dancer, and wishes to become an actress.

Munna is an orphan that has a close relationship with Milli's family. Munna really loves Milli, but has the normal troubles.

One day, Milli is descovered by a famous actor (Rajkumar), and he persuades his director to sign Milli up for his next movie.

During the making of the movie, Nunna feels left out as Milli becomes a big star adn moves in clebrity circles, and Rajkumar falls in love with Milli.

When the movie is completed, Munna doesn't go to the premire and sends her a letter saying he is leaving town and doesn't want to get between Milli and Rajkumal.

That's just a small piece of it . You have to go to the library, download it, or even rent it to find out what happends to Munna.

But for a small price, I can tell you what happens. LOL

But over all, a very good movie. GREAT DANCING.

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Carmine (last month's Hipdrop featured artist) in OH, IN, KY!

ammanaga — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 15:36:32 GMT

March 9, 10, 11!

I have just updated all the listings (for Dayton, Louisville and Muncie.) Be sure to check them out!!

Carmine will teach 5 workshops while he is touring the midwest with Snakes Rising.

He'll also be performing with BellyQueen, Kaeshi, Amar Gamal, Laylia, Jennifer, Carenza, Taletha, Anaya Gypsy, Gypsies of the Nile, PURE of Ohio and Michigan, Zahara, Raymere, Laura, Fatin, Bondaura... and soooo many more TBA!

Five workshops, three shows, private lessons! What a Spring Breakout weekend!!

Read more here:
snakesrising.com/_wsn/page5.html

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Masani at Muddslide 2007

masani — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 15:45:42 GMT

Yep! Masani's at it again!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1Bkch2Bt7g

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Contest: Win free Carmine & Laylia lessons ay Kira's!

ammanaga — Mon, 26 Feb 2007 12:02:01 GMT

Just reply, telling me the full title of this song:

www.users.muohio.edu/hergerd/vms_site/bir.mp3

to be entered!

Amma

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Study with Mona El Said In Hurghada

Aneaj — Wed, 21 Feb 2007 18:18:54 GMT

Natasha Senkovich, the producer of The Belly Dancers of Cairo documentary, is looking for a small group of women (5-7) who are interested in studying with Mona in the resort town of Hurghada (where she resides most of the year). This will be a great opportunity to learn from one of the legends of our dance and hang out with Mona (eating, shopping, snorkeling . . . whatever they plan).

Call cell number 323-314-4757, if you have questions, or her email address bellydancetasha AT yahoo DOT com

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April 20 - 30, 2007
6 DAYS IN HURGHADA
1. Stay in apartments or hotel
2. Daily 2 hour class with Mona in early afternoon (10-15 minute break)
3. Various activities afterwards: small boat cruise around Hurghada, safari, shopping, spending time on beach...and visiting night clubs at night (all optional!)
4. Opportunity to take extra private classes with Mona.

4 DAYS IN CAIRO
1. Stay in Victoria Hotel in downtown Cairo
2. Shopping at Khan el Khalil bazaar, Mohandeseen, or downtown
3. Tours of the city
4. Checking out nightclub dance shows

For the 6 days in Hurghada, including hotel and daily class with Mona, it would be about $650
For the 4 days in Cairo it would be about $140 (just hotel) - my approximation - it could be a few dollars more or less.
Each person would take care of their own air ticket to Cairo, their transportation from Cairo to Hurghada (either a 5 1/2 hr bus ride for $20 each way (its not too bad) or a 1 hour flight for about $100), their meals, entertainment expenses, etc. However, I will be available and happy to help with any of the above, if needed. I want to make sure each participant has all the independence they want, but we can help them out whenever needed. Also, there is a deposit of $100 (non-refundable if you cancel, and refundable, of course, if something unpredictable happens and changes are made)
Also, if they only want to participate in Hurghada and be on their own in Cairo, that is perfectly ok.

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It's a small world after all.....

Steve — Wed, 21 Feb 2007 04:00:51 GMT

Yes.....it is a small, small world after all.....

Add yourself to the HIpdrop Buddy Map and see how small the world really is...

http://www.buddymapping.com/maps/hipdrop

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Hipdrop to host The White Tour in Columbus!

ammanaga — Fri, 08 Sep 2006 00:12:53 GMT

Midwinter Maqsuum: The White Tour
http://snakesrising.com/_wsn/page3.html

At the 94th Aerosquadron:
www.94thaero.com/
February 3rd at 8 PM.

Co-sponsored by Aneaj of Hipdrop:
www.hipdrop.com

Featuring the Gothic Bellydance of...

Taletha:
www.Taletha.com

and Zahara:
www.zaharastangledweb.com

With special guests...

Laylia:
www.Laylia.com

and Raks Jahanni:
www.raksjahanni.com

This Saturday will include an afternoon basic mid-east drumming workshop, taught by Dave of Snakes Rising at 3 PM. And an 8 PM performance in an awesome little "cozy" venue for a "gothy" show. With a fireplace and a ton of WW1 memorobelia.

$10 at the door includes coffee or tea. Dinner can also be ordered from the restaurant.

Reservations for the show or drum workshop can be made in advance at:
http://snakesrising.com/_wsn/page3.html

Amma

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Attention LA

Aneaj — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 18:32:21 GMT

Please read this blog from my friend Kengi.

http://people.tribe.net/chefkengi/blog/6d26c431-adf3-457e-b4eb-434757fe421c

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Christina of Black Lotus Clothing is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for February 2007

Steve — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:33:36 GMT

You can read all about Christina and see some of the pictures of her and her clothing line - Black Lotus Clothing on our website www.hipdrop.com

Make sure you also click on the Hipdrop Radio icon and listen to her interview with Aneaj.

If you missed last month's interview with Carmine, or would like to listen again. You can still hear it on Hipdrop Radio. Just click on the Hipdrop Radio icon from our website.

If you, or someone you know would like to become a Hipdrop Featured Artist or have a question or a comment about our website or our radio station. Please feel free to send email to Aneaj at: aneaj@hipdrop.com

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"Name that dancer..."

Steve — Sat, 03 Feb 2007 03:59:50 GMT

HIpdrop got a new addition to it's ever growing family. She showed up last night at our studio door step. With her costume on and ready to shimmy the night away.

But the only problem is that she doesn't have a name yet.

You are thining, "OMG!!! Who is this mystery person?" Well, it's not a person, it's actually a bear dressed in a Belly Dance costume.

We have her picture posted under our photo section. Take a look, and help us come up with a name for her.

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What are you listening to?

Steve — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 14:54:10 GMT

I just cleared out my mp3 player and uploaded some new music last night. It ranges from 80 music (heavy metal, big hair bands, and pop), some stuff from the 90's, current, and yes, some belly dance music (Yes, I have been assimilated -- resistance is futile).

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Masani On UTube

masani — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 15:52:39 GMT

Masani Fall 2006

www.youtube.com/v/_GYSyjUMDks

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Masani at it Again!

masani — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 14:51:55 GMT

Masani Fall 2005 in the pink costume

www.youtube.com/v/8oLs6PE_...m><embed

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More You Tube

parveneh — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 23:49:04 GMT

www.youtube.com/watch

www.youtube.com/watch

My show featuring Donavon, Kashmir, and Shaunte

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The Million Dollar Question.

Steve — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 15:02:51 GMT

Lately, I've been getting emails from the UK, and other places overseas, saying that I won 1.3 Million Dollars in their Lottery. "Please send me your Yadda.....Yadda.....Yadda...."

My question is, what would you do with a Million Dollars? Hmmmm....??????

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The Real World - Middle School (Belly Dance Exam)

Steve — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 20:42:42 GMT

I saw this on yahoo video.

http://video.yahoo.com/video/play?ei=UTF-8&p=Tribal+Belly+Dancing&vs=video.yahoo.com&qp_p=tribal+belly+dancing&b=10&oid=793a1ca5305c8714&rurl=video.yahoo.com&vdone=http%3A%2F%2Fvideo.yahoo.com%2Fvideo%2Fsearch%3Fei%3DUTF-8%26p%3DTribal%2BBelly%2BDancing%26vs%3Dvideo.yahoo.com%26qp_p%3Dtribal%2Bbelly%2Bdancing%26b%3D11&qp_p=tribal+belly+dancing

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Francisco

masani — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 14:21:04 GMT

I was talking to a dancer friend of mine yesterday and she shared with me that Francisco (one of the top male belly dancer in the late '80's early '90's) is now living in Ohio. Has anyone heard of him? Is he teaching?

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Little Mosque on the Prairie

Aneaj — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 14:14:14 GMT

Yahoo did a story about this today and if you go to their website it has clips of the show. This is why I love Canadians:-)

http://www.cbc.ca/littlemosque/

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I'm Slow.

jaecrazy — Sun, 17 Dec 2006 04:54:27 GMT

So like, apparently I'm really out in the boonies as I am like just finding out about HipDrop!

I'm slow like that.

So, juz wanted to say HI! :)

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Dancing for the Stars - A Belly Dancer Horoscope

Steve — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 14:19:54 GMT

Every Morning, I hop online and read my horoscope, and a few other people's horoscope too. I usually goto a different site each time.

Today, I came across this one, and thought I looked interesting.

www.yonisha.com/cosmos.html

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Carmine Guida is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for January 2007

Steve — Thu, 04 Jan 2007 16:54:57 GMT

You can read all about Anniitra Ravenmoon and listen to the interview by visiting our website, www.hipdrop.com

If you or someone you know would like to become a Hipdrop Featured Artist or have a comment about our website or our radio station. Please send me an email at aneaj@hipdrop.com

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Update on Steve

Aneaj — Thu, 19 Oct 2006 17:33:48 GMT

Hi everyone,

Steve has been in the hospital for two weeks. He's doing well, please keep him in your prayers, rituals and energy circles, etc.

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Little Drummer

Aneaj — Wed, 03 Jan 2007 16:15:16 GMT

I saw this little one on youtube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiddRw0Lpwc

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Dancing On The Edge (Article)

Steve — Sun, 17 Dec 2006 18:49:43 GMT

Dancing On The Edge
By Denis Kavemeier

There seems to be two schools of thought when it comes to dance performance. Many dancers prefer the choreographed approach, repeating much-rehearsed steps to familiar recorded music. Other dancers can apply their dance techniques to live music. And some like to dance "on the edge!"

What is "dancing on the edge?" It is having the confidence and free-spirited attitude to dance at moment's notice to live music, and pull it off like it was rehearsed.

As a musician in a band that plays for bellydancers, I have the most respect for those who can perform to live music. Even if the dancer knows the melody, she can never be quite sure what interpretation a band might give to a familiar song like "Misirlu." That's when confidence and a good stage presence comes in handy for a dancer.

Some dancers take it a step further. They can dance to a band without knowing what they will play when she reaches the stage. When the famous Delilah starred in a concert with Oasis in Wisconsin several years back, she performed completely unrehearsed to new music that she never heard before.

A few months before the concert, I called Delilah in Seattle to find out what she'd like us to play for her full-length routine. We were prepared to send her a custom recording of the music, so she could practice to it. She just replied, "Surprise me! I don't want to know," explaining that she gets creative energy from performing to unfamiliar music.

At the concert, Delilah did an exciting performance to new music by Oasis. We didn't give her a tried-and-true classic melody. Instead, Oasis played "on the edge" and improvised off an original melody, peppered by some very hot drum solos.

Confident of her abilities, Delilah keyed in on our drummers' rhythms and matched their intensity. Her dance techniques were so well-honed that she could apply them at a moment's notice to the changing music. A year later, that melody evolved into the jazzy "The Other Side" on our "Night at the Oasis" cassette album.

Bold dancers like Delilah are a rare commodity. We've played for such dancers in Indiana and Utah, and my wife JuliAna displayed the same ability when she danced to Raja Zahr and John Bilezekjian in a past concert.

So dancers, take a chance! Dancing to live music is like taking the training wheels off your bicycle when you were little. Apply all those dance techniques you've learned in your choreographed routines, and dance to live music when you have the opportunity.

You'll find that you'll stand out from the dancers who rely on recorded music, with an excitement level that's heightened by the interplay between a dancer and musicians. Soon, you'll be dancing on the edge!

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Landscape Paparazzi

Aneaj — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 15:59:57 GMT

Steve/Nevets got 4th place and an Honorable Mention on Eyefetch for his campus photo.

http://www.eyefetch.com/profile.aspx?user=Nevets

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Hipdrop's topics - tribe.net

Save-On-Crafts.com ***DO NOT USE THIS WEBSITE***

Help Hipdrop and Tribalusions fight for Diabetes - National ADA Walk 2008

Happy Birthday Steve

Dumbek & Dance II Saturday, June 28, 2008

Valizan ATS Workshop in Dayton OCT 3rd & 4th

Belly Dancing and Child Birth

Rachel George is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for June 2008.

Qaina

Recycled Rainbow September 25-28

V-Day

Lee Ali is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month!

ABC News: Bellydancing in Pregnancy

Fundraiser for Mama Cats!

Leaving Tribe - cross posted

Miami Ink

Why we love salome!

A Little Belly Dancer

Lena from The Navel Academy is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month

Turkish Association Multi-Cultural Dance Showcase

Belly Dance World Record

How Are Folks in Cleveland!?!

"You Know You’re Married To a Belly Dancer When…":

Shiva Raye is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for October 2007

Recycled Rainbow

Talk like a Pirate Day

Pure Java Drum Circle

Dumbek & Dance @ 1001 Nights

Please

Invitation to Jalsah

Need a SPECTACULAR Columbus Venue for September 29th! Jalsah!!

My Bindi Book

Future for Hipdrop Radio?

Do Something Saturday

Dawn is the July Hipdrop Featured Artist

Happy Boom Boom Bang Day!

Happy Birthday Steve

LETTER 2 FROM NAKISH

UNMATA, Zafira, Kassar, Sashi, Tribal Feat, Frèdèrique and Gyspy Caravan in Buffalo, NY

June 26 - Save Internet Radio

Photos on the Scorched Nuts Tribe

Aneaj was a scorcher!

Meow! Art Festival Performance and new video

Snakes Rising at Scorched Nuts!

BOCA Festival This Weekend

A note from Tamalyn Dallal

May 8, Day of Silence

Get to NoMi! 3 weeks of early bird pricing remain for Northern Migration.

Sandstorm Presents

Suzanna Del Vecchio coming to Columbus

Aneaj is on the ballot for Brandon's Oasis Honor!

Jae is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for April 2007

Nakish performs!

New member

Hipdrop turns 4 today!

Hipdrop's Past Featured Artists of the Month

Pharaoh High

It's not too late.... Bellyqueen & Carmine at Kira's TOMORROW!

Bollywood Dreams ~ Rangeela (a video review)

Carmine (last month's Hipdrop featured artist) in OH, IN, KY!

Masani at Muddslide 2007

Contest: Win free Carmine & Laylia lessons ay Kira's!

Study with Mona El Said In Hurghada

It's a small world after all.....

Hipdrop to host The White Tour in Columbus!

Attention LA

Christina of Black Lotus Clothing is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for February 2007

"Name that dancer..."

What are you listening to?

Masani On UTube

Masani at it Again!

More You Tube

The Million Dollar Question.

The Real World - Middle School (Belly Dance Exam)

Francisco

Little Mosque on the Prairie

I'm Slow.

Dancing for the Stars - A Belly Dancer Horoscope

Carmine Guida is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for January 2007

Update on Steve

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