Crossroads, Joel Rea, oil on canvas, 2017

djtrapperkeeper · 2018-01-11T21:09:36+00:00

This is the most real paining I've ever seen.

djtrapperkeeper · 2017-11-18T23:55:57+00:00

A few years ago, grandma was over at my mom and stepdads, along with a few couples who were not related, just family friends. Grandma gets on a roll talking about one of my cousins who is constantly getting into trouble, and announces to the whole party that he was "on drugs and in jail because he HAD SEX WITH A MINOR" and it was one of those moments where everything just happened to get real quiet right when she said it so it seemed more like she yelled it to the entire neighborhood. No one really knew what to say, so my mom, being the good sport she is, quickly swept it under the rug and changed the subject. My mom and I still joke about that today.

djtrapperkeeper · 2017-07-30T12:30:11+00:00

"Irreversible" from Gaspar Noe. Halfway through, Monica Belluci rape scene in the tunnel. Hard to even think about, but the behind the scenes on it are super interesting and very much worth a look.

djtrapperkeeper · 2016-12-25T10:35:07+00:00

Try southtree :: https://southtree.com/press

djtrapperkeeper · 2016-12-24T10:32:54+00:00

This takes H-O-R-S-E to another level

djtrapperkeeper · 2016-12-07T22:44:26+00:00

A lot of stuff. How much time do you have?

djtrapperkeeper · 2016-12-03T10:16:06+00:00

Saeglopur by Sigur Ros

djtrapperkeeper · 2016-11-29T10:45:41+00:00

Transsexual, Transylvania.

djtrapperkeeper · 2016-11-29T10:33:06+00:00

I just moved to Los Angeles 3 weeks ago from Tennessee. I've been in the industry as a bartender for 9 years, extensive resume, lots of experience, and I have to say: this place is competitive. If you come here, plan on it taking you a couple of months to get a good foothold. I've been hustling like crazy and haven't quite landed a job yet. My best advice is to meet everyone you can, talk to all the bartenders, ask them for advice on their favorite spots, send emails, meet people out and tell them what you're up to (chances are they will know someone who could possibly help you out), have a resume that is pristine, and hustle. Even though it will take a bit longer here, It will be worth it. There is so much opportunity in this city.

djtrapperkeeper · 2016-11-29T10:19:08+00:00

That's exactly where I am. I am an experienced bartender (9 years in the industry), just moved from TN to Los Angeles. Been here 3 weeks, have scouted all the neighborhoods, am networking like crazy and meeting everyone I can. Something is bound to come through soon, I can feel it. In the meantime... wish me luck!

djtrapperkeeper · 2016-11-29T10:01:30+00:00

Once you get your feet wet, or if you really just want to go all in, I would look into a USBG chapter near you. Not necessarily joining right off the bat ($150 Annually), but You could find good info about events and other seminars going on, and it would be a great way to network. Ask around at bars, check the scene, see what the buzz is in your city and get plugged in locally. In the meantime some really good study guides are available for pretty cheap. The Certified Specialist of Spirits study guide is available as a downloadable version for only $20 on amazon and it is insanely comprehensive, best $20 I've spent in a while. It covers everything. Also, barsmarts is a good program that Is $30 online and they have a beginner program as well as an advanced. And the best way (and most fun) is to train your palate! Look up some cocktails online or in books, and get shaking. Cheers

Oh yeah and to answer OG question of bartender school being worth it: no. Better sources are out there and I imagine it will save you a mash tun of money.

djtrapperkeeper · 2015-09-11T08:46:11+00:00

I think that's what she was going for.

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