One of the things I feel is very important in the artistic community is help highlight other talented artists, writers and musicians out there fighting the good fight.  This page is to help do that.  It will no doubt grow over time. 

Linda La Porte    
New York City singer/songwriter.  Amazingly talented.  I should know.  I played in a band with her for 7 years!  I am still playing with her now!  She is going to turn heads very soon.  Her new work challanges the typical singer/songwriter genre with it's unique song structures and time signiatures.  Her guitar work goes way beyond the typical three chord formula to offer a very original sound that is truly her own.  Trust me on this. 

Steven Palermo   
A talented New York City artist:  Collages, drawings, paintings.  Do yourself a favor and check out his work.  And drop him a line as well.  He'd love to hear from you.  Keep an eye out for upcoming shows in the New York City area.

Meg Graham
Another talented and accomplished NYC artist.  Paintings, collages, collage-paintings, amazing work.

Giulia Millanta
A very talented singer/songwriter from Italy.  I had the pleasure of seeing her perform when she came to New York City.  She has two CDs available.  Drop by and have a listen.    

Laura Joy Lustig
New York City photographer/painter/poet.  Laura's work is simply amazing.  She is also a very talented poet with a number of chapbooks and publications to her credit.  Her artwork has appeared in numerous galleries throughout New York City and beyond.  Truly gifted and original. 

Garry Crystal
From Scotland.  Garry is a talented writer with many articles to his credit.  This link is to his blog.  Do yourself a favor and check him out.  Topics vary but always interesting.  

Cher Donovan Duncombe
Cher is a blogger & poet.  Her blog is chock full of interesting topics and she is a huge supporter of the arts.  Help support her by visiting her site often.

Rebeca Lucret
Author, poet, blogger.  Very talented and one to keep an eye out for in the future.  This is her blog.  It's a great read, especially for those interested in Latin American themes, particularly Puerto Rico

Alicia Anabel Santos
Author, poet, blogger, filmmaker.  She does it all.  Powerful writing.  A must read.  

Hannah Maria Hayes 
Award winning writer/journalist, dancer, model, choreographer, she does it all.  Impressive CV.  Drop by and see for yourself.

Coco Martin
Peruvian photographer now living in Virginia.  I met Coco through a friend of mine.  A good guy with a lot of talent.    

Veronica Caicedo
Head of a production company that showcases Latino/Latina playwrights and filmmakers.  I first learned about Veronica Caicedo and her production company about 8 years ago through an article in the New York Daily News.  I think she has the right attitude and her prodcution company has since been involved in many projects.  The epitome of the DIY ethic and giving a chance to many aspiring playwrights.   

Dalia Nostratabadi
Painter/photographer currently living and working in Belgium.  I dont know her personally.  I came across her work in a coffee shop that I used to frequent nearly every morning a couple of years ago before the realities of New York City real estate forced its closure.  Very talented and original and I am eagerly looking forward to another exhibit here in New York City sometime in the future.  I got my fingers crossed.    

Laila Lalami
A very talented novelist who writes extensively on many issues.   

Glenda Santiago
While bumming around Luquillo, Puerto Rico, I came across Glenda's paintings in an art gallery and was very taken by her work.  They are definitely worth a look.  Very expressionistic.

Michela Musolino
A singer who records traditional Sicilian folk songs.  I came across her music while doing research about Sicilian history for a writing project I was working on.  I found the music very interesting because it has elements of all the peoples and cultures that had once passed through the small Italian island over the centuries.  It is a very interesting listen and she does it very well.  

Sussan Deyhim
Sussan Deyhim is a composer, vocalist and performance artist who has been at the forefront of experimental music internationally for over two decades. Deyhim's music combines extended vocal techniques, digital processing, and the ancient mysticism of Middle Eastern music to create a deeply moving fusion of East and West.  I first heard her music while browsing the "World Music" section in Tower Records.  I bought her CD "Madman of God" which is truly beautiful.  It was one of those chance findings that lead to a truly memorable musical experience.  Do yourself a favor and definitely check her out. 
 
www.esflamenco.com 
I've really gotten into get into Flamenco, particularly the guitarists.  This site is all things flamenco, with info about classic performers as well as contemporary performers.  If you are interested in this type of music or would love to know more about it, this site can't be beat.  Extremely informative with bios, music clips, etc.  Search for singers Montse Cortes and Estrella Morente, two contemporary singers that won't disappoint. 
 
Chloe S. Georas
Chloe S. Georas is a wonderful and very talented poet from Puerto Rico.  Her website showcases her excellent poetry collection "Rediviva = Lost in Trance-lations".  Her writing is truly inventive and her book is truly a work of art on many different levels.  I highly recommend you check it out. 
 
Yasmine Hernandez
A painter who I happened to come across on-line recently.  I don't know her but I really do love her paintings.  Her paintings, according to the artist, "challenge notions of U.S. iconography, rejecting racist and elitist images that intend to eclipse my own history and its heroes.".  Definitely worth a look.
 
Putamayo
A world music label that offers a wide variety of different forms and styles from Europe, Africa, the Middle East and beyond.  If you are looking for interesting music from around the world, these compliation CDs are definitely worth checking out.  The website allows one to download pieces of music from all their releases as well.  An excellent site for those interested in exploring the vast musical terrain.  
 
Bebel Gilberto
Put simply: a singer I absolutely adore.  This is her official website.  Do yourself a favor and check out her music.  Classy & sophisticated music.

Nini Baseema
A dancer from Germany (and very beautiful, I may add) who I happened to stumble upon while seeking out some Flamenco musicians on My Space.  Her blog is very interesting with regard to Middle Eastern music and instruments.  A fascinating read.  Being that a lot, if not all, Flamenco music is derived from Middle Eastern music, particularly Arabic, anyone interested should have a look at this.  A lot of other cultural information as well.  She is also a wonderful photographer.   

Frank Gonzales
Amazing NYC artist