PARTNERSHIP

According to the dictionary, it means, the state or condition of being a partner; or a joint interest; or, a participation of interest bonded by law or condition.


So, recently, I saw a few partnership fell apart due to overzealous member of the partnership or a member with greed or ill-intentions towards their interest.  Before the partnership began, they were all good friends, buddies and even refers to each other as 'brothers'.  When all turn sour, those affections fade away and friends became enemies.


Not much difference with life partners.   Both have the same interest that goes beyond love, family, social and other matter paradigm of the human context.  Similarly, these partnership may sour due to actions that contradicts the condition of the partnership.  


So, what happens if the partnership sours not because of any unlawful acts, 3rd-party intrusion or unfulfilled obligations??  What happens if the partnership failed due to a disillusioned member whose a figment of his/her imagination took over control??   Sometimes, members of the partnership think they have done too much that they deserved a break from being part of the partnership.  They may include the word 'deserve' in every sentence, claiming immunity.   For the record, nobody has the right to use the word 'deserve' that describes themselves.  It is a merit that is given, only when all parties involved agrees to it.  


Sometimes, in a partnership, it is more than often that partners communicate to each other in a manner of medieval society.  Filled with disagreement, hatred and dissatisfaction.  However, the truth is that they can't be without each other.  Often being asked why does it progress into such an uncomfortable situation, while back then, the partners has proved that they can communicate in a very civilized manner.  The fact that they can be much nicer to friends, acquaintances and clients, but not to their partner, is really puzzling and unacceptable.  Why can't partners be nice to each other??  Why do they raise voices, shout, or even get upset over small things, like ordering a meal, or something??  WHY??

It is always good to reflect why members began partners in the first place.  In fact, if the members can be nice to their friends, clients or strangers, why can't these members of the partnership be nice to each other??  They need each other to to progress and trying to outdo one another is not gonna help in the partnership.  They shouldn't forget that they are partners in a ship ............ together-gather.

Was talking to Steven Tyler recently about stuffs. Somehow the marriage topic came from nowhere and we were discussing about some things related to it. At one stage, I was asking him what actually happen between him and Barrick. After 17 years together they went separate ways. The following are account details of his side of the story........

Steve - people like us in this industry are always mistaken for our way of life. When we met long time ago, we were both crazy and wild, and partying was a part of our life. When we decided to get married, we promised to support each other and that we understood each other's commitment to the industry. She told me she will support my work and fully understood my role when I'm working. However, throughout the years, I changed and put family life as priority, hence the cutting down on partying and other stuffs. Even at that, I am always questioned everytime she saw photos of me or the band partying after our gigs. Worse, any female who appears in our photos will be ridiculed to have an affair with myself or the band members, despite their healthy family life.

To cut story short, it went on for many years but I kept mummed about it and let it pass. Until recently, I had a gathering of industry's greats and went with my band. She insisted I was with some other women. She claims that I missed partying so much that left the family (herself) to go back to my old ways.

The entertainment industry is always projected or seen to be partying at all times. Therefore, when we are working, the general public think we are partying. I'm not denying that there were booze, and laughter and an amount of fun, but do they really know how we partied??

From then on, it was downhill.........

Steve refuse to talk about it and the disappointment in his face showed. Not because of his separation but how words were turned against him. He loved Barrick so much that he didn't want to really tell his part of the story and just moved on. Drugs and alcohol came back, and so does the music....... but not his love of his life.

Moral of the story is ......... Rockers are human too and have feelings. Women will say whatever they want to make sure they are never at fault.



btw, the article above is just a figment of my imagination.

As much as I can elaborate, today I'm not gonna do that. It's gonna take too much time but it'll never get to the head. So, I'm just gonna let the picture do the talking.

It that's not enough...... WATCH THIS!!

How to protect your email address on internet

How to protect your email address on internet

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**THANK YOU TO FRIENDS AT HACKERS WORLD BLOG FOR SHARING THIS INFORMATION

QUOTE OF THE DAY





"Every girl (and boy) is beautiful........ except for the ugly ones, obviously!"

THIS BLOG IS NOT A SOURCE TO DIG UP OLD STORIES AND MAKE IT A REASON TO FIND FAULTS AND CAUSE TENSION. THERE ARE OTHER WAYS AND MEANS TO IT. TRY FACEBOOK.

by the way, some of the stories here are made-up just for humour purposes. some words are written for personal gains and satisfaction, while orders are meant for things only the author knows. taking this blog seriously can cause sleepless night.

YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!

Recently, the Singapore talk show started its new season with a topic about Singapore Soccer. The panel was talking about what need to be done for Singapore soccer and the S-league, even after 17 years, the local soccer league hasn't really get to where there wanted it to be. They were also talking lots about marketing, money sponsors, support, bla, bla, bla.......

On a different note, the prodigal son of Singapore soccer, Fandi, is somewhere doing the same thing he set out to do many years ago. To play and help Singapore soccer. Without the help of his country's authorized bodies, Fandi had opened doors, hearts and unite people, establishments, organization and many more. Yet, he doesn't get the support from his own countrymen.



The FAS always talked about support, money, marketing and the business aspects of making soccer work for Singapore, but they never talk about how FANDI can work in their structure. Maybe they should see Fandi as a solution, rather than a problem. After all, he is a sportsman, and not a businessman. I'm sure those who knows his story and ventures will agree with me.



If only there were private companies who are more than willing to splurge and invest in organizing an event to pay tribute and commemorate FANDI, that is really gonna blow-off some people 'at the there'....... make the event BIG, for everyone, a festival to support native Singaporean sportsman. Get the country together like how they use to be, make them reminisce the good ol' days and celebrate life. When people get together, business opportunities come rolling, brands wants to get involve in showcasing their product. SPEND MONEY TO MAKE MONEY......... and that's a PLAN.

Easier talk than done..........?? If they can make Tan Pei Ling minister, why can't they say THANK YOU to FANDI??

likes outdoor sports and long walks??

It's kinda funny when you read people's profile where they are suppose to 'say something about themselves' or 'Interests'..... many penned down things like .....

taking long walk on the beach, likes travelling, passionate, loves animals, humble and down to earth, enjoy outdoor sports.... bla, bla, bla......

The truth is ........ what the fark is wrong with these people?? Taking long walk on the beach?? Really? I do believe at times we enjoy the long walk... but, if you're one of those regular people who always does that, there's is something wrong with you. Stay away my friends!!

Who doesn't like travelling? We all do. But first, which part of travelling are we talking about?? The long holidays kind of travelling or the daily routine of travelling from home to work, getting squeezed in the trains, and if you're lucky....... the breakdowns and a free tour of the underground tunnels?? Which one again?? And of course, don't be an idiot, who doesn't like holidays??

Sometimes, I do get quite worried at individuals who claims to be humble and down-to-earth. 99% of the time, they aren't. First of all, you don't tell people that you're humble. It's something that people say about you, something that is awarded for being a likeable person. Telling people that you're humble and down to earth, is like "I see the most beautiful person..... whenever I look in the mirror".

I'm not gonna comment about liking 'outdoor sports'. Some bloody smart Alec wanna argue saying that shopping is also a sport. Whatever la.

HAVE YOU HUGGED A FAMILY MEMBER TODAY?



Its one of those nights where I can't put my head down, instead, everything else come to mind. While pondering about the day's on-goings, I remembered about a conversation with a friend. We were discussing about the importance of work and family. Which should come first......?

For most of us in Singapore, the answer is quite simple...... of course it's WORK. With the high cost of living, a demanding social paradigm and low family values, without hesitation, work is the main priority in our Singapore-life.

Wait!!! Before you disagree and shake your head, please stop and look at yourself in the mirror. Its just normal for us human to say something and react the other way. Its just how we are socially taught to behave, talk and act. Just like any profile-filler in any of the social networks. Whenever they tell you to say something about yourself, most will say.... "humble, down-to-earth. Funny, adventurous, likes taking long walk at the beach, bla....bla........bla......" But the truth is...... well, you decide.

Back to the topic.........

Most of us would say that work is more important as it helps to put food on the table, roof over the head and money for the family to do things together. Without enough money or any of the luxuries, family life would be hard and most misunderstandings would be the cause of 'money'. Frankly, I kinda agree with this theory. What we mostly forgot is....... not about THE 'money', but , how MUCH money do we need to work for.

If a person has to work extra jobs just to put food on the table and pay for a roof, well, it's just obvious that work has to come first in order to survive. What about those who already has everything? Those extra work and hours are just to feed the human hunger for other luxuries such as branded clothing, amenities, expensive holidays and the ability to tell others your affordability. Would you still put family second? Be reminded that our son or daughter will only be young once. They will only be the '2-yr old-lil-devil' once in our lifetime. As much headache as it can cause, would you really want to miss that??

There are some out there who lost their family due to work. Parents went separate ways to pursue success or happiness at work. However, there are also the lucky ones where they lost their family, then, got a second chance with a new family. To those people, are you willing to risk it again? Do you still blame others? Or are you willing to look in the mirror and admit that you were part of the problem?

Like they say...... DIFFERENT STROKES FOR DIFFERENT FOLKS. However, one thing is still the same...... there's nothing like the love of a family.

So....... have you hugged a family member today??

THE POINT IS ................

DJ good..... or, mixer good?

DJ good or mixer good?

DJ good or mixer good.....??

DJ good or mixer good....??

DJ good or mixer good.........???

Fwah!!!!! Long time never come here........ nearly forgot about it. Nah!! Actually, I was told that blogging is as lame as having a Tagged.com account. It isn't cool anymore, just like DJ-ing. Everyone seem to one to have one, do the same thing. Furthermore, it has taken the art of journalism to a very degrading level. So, I haven't blog for awhile ever since.

Looking back, the same people who told me that are the same people who spend most of their breathing time on Facebook. Isn't Facebook is as lame as anything else in the world?? Of course it's useful as a marketing tool, but, these are the people who make use of the FB to tell the world where they are, what they eat for breakfast, lunch, dinner and sharing their dirty secrets. Does this mean that anything I do is uncool, but anything you have, do and believe is the coolest SHIT?????

Dang!! What have the world become?

SHAME ON YOU!!

You farkers who complained too much, getting annoyed at the slightest comment and think too highly of yourself....... shame on you!! especially, if you're secretly going thru the pages of Dict.com to encompass the true meanings of my wall postings....... hahhahaahahh!! shame on YOU!!

You expressed hatred and jealousy but you just can't stop reading me......... be advised, YOU'VE JUST BEEN OWNED by the very soul you hate.

hahahahahhahahhahhhhaa!!!! ignoranus mofos!!

Recently, I was approached by operators of some prominent entertainment outlets to provide talents such as, acoustic bands, show-bands, DJs and dancers. Initially, I was quite flattered that my experience and services got their attention. However, after a couple of meetings and understanding their concept, preferences and ideas........ I kinda lost some respect and interest in project. Unfortunately, part of me is telling me to accept the project as it will elevate my accolades. Seriously......... I'm not sure.

Here's why.......

These so-called big players of the entertainment/hospitality industry are either racists or have a shallow understanding of themselves. I would love to explain my claims but I'd rather let you, the readers decide for yourself.

One of the reasons why I said that was, in one of the meetings, they bluntly told me that they only want talents who are non-Malays...... only local non-Malays. Specifically the bands, DJs and dancers...... NO MALAY PLEASE. And the reason is........ Malay bands and Malay DJs will attract Malay customers.

Seriously, I beg to differ.

Shaggies is a local band who has been around for 20yrs. More than 50% of their fans/followers are non-Malays. How about ENERGY? CatzIntheCradle...?? Apart from that, there are also many Malay acoustic bands who entertains at places that frequent by only non-Malays (by choice). In fact, just look at Timbre. Widely known as a 'live' venue, attended by majority of non-Malays. All because of the quality of music, service, sound and friendly staff. Half of their talents are actually Malays.

The things is...... not that I can't find any non-Malay talents. I do have some contacts. But the main problem is, the establishments that I'm servicing would only provide minimal budget. Locally, most of the roving bands, who are Malay or some members who are Malay, willingly accepts low fees. However, the non-Malay talents demand higher fees. The explanation to this theory is based on the following equation......

high demand x less choice = high price
lesser demand x choices = nominal fee

Truthfully, this is not about Malay or non-Malay talents. This is more of these operators asking for all the top grade talents but wanna pay only cents. Where is the respect for these talents. Apart from that, these operators are quick to forget the services of these talents who have helped in their business. Once the outlets or establishment gain success, they'll jump to the next partner who is willing to share some bucks.

Sad but true...... and because I'm standing in between, all I can do is move on and breathe in the next air that passes by.

Fwahhh!! I have been so busy lately that I ain't got time to blog ma shizzle in da wizzle....... how?? Got sound like nigga?? I think that's the 'in-thing'.... how some boys talk. Met some friends recently, heard them speak like that. Fwahhh!! 1 year never see, suddenly speak different. Nowadays, I get confused very easily. Half of my Malay friends speak like Niggas, the other half speaks in another language which only the Mat Reps know. Unfortunately, when I speak in Malay (like how they taught us in school)..... I get laughed at. How like that??

So, recently I was busy with the F1 festivities. Same shit, but this time we're very experienced and finish our preps 1 day in advance. Having done this for the 3rd-year, we should know the drill. As past years, the only incidents worth mentioning are the part-time security officers who were task to maintain the entrance to work sites. I guess they were not well-informed by their superiors or they're there just to add numbers.

One of the incident was after the whole F1 fiasco was over. It was 3am Monday morning, we were leaving the site. Our van got stopped at the gate, Security guy told us to open the van for them to check. Then he asked, "GOT ANYTHING TO DECLARE?" Muthafarkers........ declare what?? Cigarettes? Liquor? Drugs? KNNBCCB!! When we came in nobody checked, now asking if we want to declare anything??

I asked the officer, "err..... declare??" - without answering, he closed the van and told us to proceed. Frankly, I wasn't angry, I was actually gonna burst out laughing. We were very sure they don't know what they were checking for. Imagine this, I was stopped at the staff entrance 2 times for trying to 'smuggle' in a multi-tool set and a Macbook Pro, and once at the exit, coz I bought a Red-Bull tee. If you asked these officers any questions at all, their answer will be, "We're just doing our job." Do you really know what was your job??

A few days ago, the mother of the PM and wife of the MM passed away. My condolences to the family, friends and those within the compound. They say, she was the strength behind Singapore's growth and peacefulness. I don't know. They say MM loves her wife very much and that she was the pillar of his strength. If that is real, soon we gonna have an unplanned PH? Nothing to laugh about, but you can start planning about where to go or what to do when that PH come around. I think, it's gonna be at least 2 days.

Next up...... we need to address the issue of smartphones. Just for the record, a smart phone isn't called a 'smart-phone' for nothing. Apart from allowing the user to FACEBOOK, a smart-phone also allows the user to make calls, SMSes, prompter, reminder, calendar, GPS, tells time, appointments and many other capabilities. Therefore, there is no reason for a smartphone user to excuse themselves by saying that they 'forgot', 'missed' or 'late'....... Worst is..... how can a smartphone user forget about the existence of their other-half, family members or significant other. What's the point of having photos as the wallpaper and yet forget. What's the point calling yourself a partner when you forgot about the other's existence? If Tonto forgot about Lone Ranger, he would have jumped over the Grand Canyon.

Recently, I saw an influx of new DJs taking over the decks in some clubs and events. Not sure if it's a trend but, these DJs provides 'technical rider' for the club to provide....???? Who's that again??! I came across a situation where we were providing a better set equipments and they asked for a mid-range equipments citing it as the 'industry-standards'. Do you event know what is the 'industry-standard' nowadays??

Heard a DJ talked about his preference of sound and wanting the club to suit his 'sound'. Then I realized all his music was at 192kb or 128kb. Apart from that, he complained that the outlet sound lack of warmth....... KNNBCCB!! You want warm sound, bring blanket cover speakers la, asshole!!

Next topic.....

I've heard too many times the girls, ladies, wives..... say,

"We need away time from husbands, kids, work, family..... etc"

And what do we - the male of the species?? We keep quiet and agree. Take our spot and continue watching TV, which eventually ending with eating cold food, waiting for a call or response or simply just left alone. On a different note, imagine what happens when a man says the same thing.... "We need time......." Do you know what kind of catastrophe you're getting into?? Did you know that you can die of hunger after 'getting your time'. Did you know that you may have to sleep on the floor after 'getting your time'. Those lucky ones don't even get the time, instead they will be accused of trying vindication, adultery and irresponsibility. If that's not enuff, all her friends will come and throw accusations, adding 'salt to the wound' and god-knows-what-else. So, what do you do....??

I know somewhere out there, someone is having a worst day than I am. Nevertheless, I'm just gonna pen it down just to get it off me chest. It hasn't been like this for so long..... but it did. Maybe it's just a day, maybe it's gonna last the whole week. I don't know, and I don't care........

Most of the things happen were just petty things, but maybe it's just me who's getting unreasonable and impatient. Is it the age catching up......?? For starters, interesting things happen in the morning. Started bright and cheerie, turned to sourness just because I don't have a 'proper' or 'serious' job just like anyone else. Then, had to decide where to go to work, even when I've decide where I wanted to go. Then, had to walk 5km to another place to 'work' ......... Then, skipped lunch and did a 'Yellow Ribbon Project' till 5.30pm. In the evening, went to 888 in Woodlands to buy food...... the farking aunty busy talking and forgot about my curry puff!! Bodoh punya makcik!!! Melayu kalau dah kaya, dah pandai, jadi sombong, macam CHAMPION!! Then went home, eat bread. ALHAMDULILLAH!! Reached home safely.

Now, gonna sleep. Fark you all!!

p.s. - don't worry..... it's just me. Menses lah!!

HARI RAYA MEMORIES

Many years back, when I had the time to do some visiting to friend's house during the festive season. We would go out in big groups, taking turns to visit each other's house. I remembered clearly about an incident in one of our friend's house, who's a girl. She was a mutual friend who was dating one of my mates. I remembered she had a very strict father and when we visited her house, her father was literally interrogating all the guys.

Well, I actually remembered clearly her father's conversation with me.

Father : You with the 'mop' hair!! (that time, I had dreadlocks) : What do you do? Are you even working?

Me : Yes, I am a DJ ( I said proudly) I work in Bangkok, and I'm back for Hari Raya.

Father : DJ??...... hahahahaah (the kind of laughter that you'd get from The Count in Sesame Street)

(We all looked surprised and puzzled at his response.... then he continued)

Father : Please la, boy. That's not a job. That's like "kerja main-main" (playful work). : Better go find a proper job. How are you gonna marry someone and feed someone's daughter??

Anyway, that was long ago. In fact, there have been many people who has the impression of my work as "main-main" (playful). Maybe, due to the nature of the job scope, the environment and the people around us. I've never given much thought about it. However, this 'kerja main-main' has helped me put a roof over my family, help feed my family and many others, brought me halfway across the world and experience things that many could only dream of.

Looking back at 'that' friend..... she actually married a teacher. Unfortunately, their marriage didn't last long, and last I heard, the marriage failed due to each other's high expectations and living above their means. As for me, I'm fortunate enough to still be able to roam freely without any restrictions, commitment nor bind-ed by any contract, without involving other parties. That's how things is for me, a Sagittarius. Like the book of Astrologers said - let the stallion gallop freely, for it will return home when he is not saddled.

The moral of the story is .................. don't eat too much rendang and ketupat during hari raya, coz your mind will wander to places you don't want to be.

Here's something to wonder and ponder, if you get the answer, try and Holla! Maybe I'll get a burger to buka puasa......... Anyway......

What if the YOG didn't cost as much as it was reported?

What if the public outcry is to show the world and Singaporeans, how prosperous the ruling government is, and their capabilities of managing the people.......?

What if the amount reported is $400 million of the taxpayers money, but actually it was only $40 mil?

What if the rest of the money is to be channelled to to cover the losses from unsuccessful investments by the ruling party??

What if the money is to be used for the coming elections, government payouts and renumeration to the world's most highest paid ministers?

Too many 'what ifs'.......

On the different note, when elections come, I'm still voting for 'them'........ I don't want 'them' to come after me and ask payments to things that I don't remember exists. THe best thing is...... only them have the paper proofs. It happened once, it can happen again.

Maybe the new voting slip should have just the barcodes instead of the serial numbers. In that case, people won't realise that their votes are being monitored.

Ok, I know it's 1 week to go before hari raya....... maybe next week I'll post something else. In the meantime...... SELAMAT HARI RAYA, to one and all.

Something just triggered my mood and spoilt it. Had to take a break from work coz I can't think anymore. Maybe the course of my work and what I do, it looks like a 'playful' thing. It's not a serious job. Serious means being corporate and dealing with multi-million dollars, whereas, DJ equipments, entertainment, talents..... are just 'toys' and playful things. Its true that I don't make millions but I'm grateful that I could give my family a decent living. I don't owe people money or favours, nor have hatred in anyone.

Sometimes it is easier to blame others for any problems that come onto you. It's kinda natural that we prefer not to look at ourselves first. Being said that, let me take the responsibility and absorb the faults of others. It's not gonna make me any more or lesser rich, nor I give a shit! If mis-communication is the base of all separations, how about communication - which mostly taken out of context, just to aggravate sourness.

Through time, I've learned to keep my mouth shut and just observe. Through time, I've learned to speak the truth even if it hurts, especially to love ones. Through time, I've learned that it won't hurt as much if it was taken in an open mind and not specifically targeted at a particular being. Through time, I've learn to forgive and learn........ for the sake of love. Through time also I learned that one speaks of something but feel and meant the opposite. If you're not confused yet, you're definitely a better person than I am. That means, I'm just like the rest....... imperfect.

Many a times, I heard a conversations between couples that goes like .....

women : you're not single anymore. whatever you do will affect us as a couple. there are some things you should change........
man : for the sake our our future, I'll make do my part.......

months later......... after some changes and a different level of commitment.

women : you're not the man I knew.........
man : the man you knew were single, free and uncommitted........

bear in mind that these conversation is not directed or has got nothing to do with anyone, any situations at any time. It's just something that passed my mind few years back.

In conclusion, best friends should be able to take criticism and talk about finding solutions together instead of leaving it to follow where the wind blows. In time, it will fly far away that it'll get lost and never find its way back. Shit happens too many times.

So....... it's finally here, in Singapore, en-route to Australia for another trade show. It came directly from Ibiza after being tested by all the DJs in Pacha, Space and Amnesia. All gave very positive feedback. Currently, I have it in my studio. Decided not to open it nor test it. This time, I'm gonna let the others do it........... Not that I'm lazy or so, but, there's too much whining from 'some' people that they don't get to get a feel of the new stuffs. So, there you go.

Somehow I find it very funny...... irritatingly funny. Few weeks back, they claim that the product is 'nonsense', can't sell, bla, bla, bla......... then, when they heard it's here, all want to have the privilege to showcase it to the community. I bet you they gonna bitch about it when other products come in........ that's how it works here in Singapore.

In the meantime, don't ask me how it works or how good this is......... I don't know. When I'm ready, I'll post the video. Kapisch?!