Travis Miller: Lyrics
Travis Sean Miller moved to NYC from Georgia about ten years ago and now writes songs and stuff and plays with his band, The Travis Sean Miller Band. Travis is very excited to post on High Contrast Review, and hopes that people will support his music and keep an eye out for his forthcoming album. AGE OF GRACE If you got a big-eyed stare Like a beat up kid Take this advice from me And do just what I did Learn to use your words For what you think you know Cuz by god, life and time Will... Read More
On Museums and Back Alleys
A friend, Nick, and I stood at a railing several floors up at St. James’ Gate and stared into an unorganized storeroom out of sight from the exhibit path. I explained to him my theory about the spaces in between being what matter, or at least where the opportunity for growth lies. A museum is a good analogy to this idea. Exhibits are generally sterile, photos aren’t allowed (though I’ll take them), and the content is already processed by the curator. Whereas... Read More
Inhumans: The Making of 97 Lovers
by Kyle McAfee, High Contrast Review Music Editor Gold elevator doors open with a “bing” and you are faced with a beige fabric covered wall, from which thin metal letters protrude, reading “Chicago Recording Company.” A stretch of hallway that leads from the elevator and into the CRC studios is decorated on both sides with framed platinum and gold records from the likes of R. Kelly, Celine Dion and Survivor. You pull a heavy, sound proof door open and... Read More
Ghost Horse
photo by Caroline McCarty Which do you prefer: Dawn or Dusk? Read More
Awareness and Cunning for the Month of May
by Angela Stardust Taurus You have an uncanny ability to fly when need be. And I’m not talking airplanes. Now, try giving yourself more credit. But not too much. Gemini Watch out! Laugh attacks are headed your way! Cancer Try and forget about unpositive things before they happen. Leo If you could be any type of plant, what would you be? Apply this thought to your decision-making process this week. Virgo You need to fluff your pillows more often. Libra You might have... Read More
