It will be a year ago tomorrow that Patterns and Tones was born and what a year it has been! I started this blog as a way to have a platform to share my photographic archives with the world, as well as to have an opportunity to share stories that hadn't been told. Truth be told, it was also an impetus for me to begin the long haul of digitizing these archives, and bring them into the light of the 21st century.
Since 1985, I've been photographing those I know, love and admire. Fortunately I have a very long roster of kookie, fun, and interesting friends who I have been documenting over the years. I started out as a teenage photographer, and although the evolution of my style, work ethic and tools have changed and grown over the years, it's the exploration of the map of the soul written on each individuals face that continues to fascinate me. That and Rock n' Rollers!
To celebrate this one year anniversary, I thought it appropriate to list the top 10 of YOUR favorite blog posts from this past year. It is evident that the kids want their rock n' roll, and I plan on featuring more musicians in the coming year, continuing with the new series "A Day In The Life Of A Rock n' Roller" and interviewing bands from the past and present.
I'm also starting to send out emails delivered right to your door step, so you can be the first to find out what's new on Patterns and Tones.
Here's to another year,
Julie Pavlowski Green
February 8, 2014
#10
I Used To Be A Fotomat
Coming in at #10 is the very first blog I posted. It is a tale about how I feel in love with photography and my first visit to my local Fotomat.
It seems that I am not alone in my love for these small boxes from the 70's and 80's. The kids continue to view this page every single day.
#9
Dama Thrush: A Rare Bird Indeed
Arriving at #9, my blog on Dama Thrush has drawn a huge crowd to view what may possibly be the only documentation of this band from Southern California who made their way into the hearts of San Franciscans.
The kids get a peek into the shenanigans of these long haired rock n' rollers from the late 80's and what the music scene was like back in the day in San Francisco.
#8
Russell Quan: A San Francisco Treat
Russell Quan was the first Rock n' Roller up for a Patterns and Tones interview.
Along with an in depth interview on boogers, shakes and fries, I share some rare images I have taken of Russell and his bands over the years. The kids continue to visit this blog post and make it stand proudly at #8!
#7
The Imperial Butt Wizards
There is no surprise that this band would intrigue readers to visit this blog post and hits the top ten at #7.
You are served a smörgasbord of never before seen images I shot and an interview with several members who shared their insight into this band of very talented and creative musicians.
#6
Asia Muka: A Day In The Life of a Rock n' Roller
Just recently posted, this photo essay on this passionate promoter of rock n' roll is already in the top ten at #6.
This series has just begun and is already a hit with the kids around the world, as is evident with the number of views it gets every day!
#5
Rockin' Jelly Bean: ロックンロールペンとインクを満たしている!
Japan's legendary illustrator, amazing musician and all around great guy Rockin' Jelly Bean comes in at #5.
An anthology of his work will be released later this year and will contain several of the images seen here in this interview.
#4
Pearl Harbour: She's a Blast!
When you look up the word cool, you'll find a picture of this amazing lady in the dictionary!
Pearl Harbour is simply thee best and the interview she gave me along with photographs I have taken of her over the years have been a daily source of interest to fans around the world.
#3
Soundcheck with The Jim Jones Revue
Not surprisingly, this unbelievably talented band came in at #3.
Daily traffic to this photo essay on their sound check I documented on the 2nd day of 2014 continually pours in every day.
#2
Smutty Smith: One Kool Kat
Coming in at # 2 is Mr. Smiff himself. Constant traffic is looking up the interview I did with this amazing Rockabilly Legend and the photo series we produced throughout England.
#1
Cameltoe
Perhaps the #1 blog that I have posted is due to the fact that people are searching this word more often than the word Jesus! But I'm convinced it sees more traffic due to the fact that very little has been written about this band from San Francisco.
The interview along with unseen memorabilia is a rare treat and reveals the long history of this (almost) all girl band from the Bay Area, the first band I was in!
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