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Bob Findlay recently released the single, A Thought Away, which rocketed to number 1 on numerous commercial and internet radio stations. The song is a departure from Findlays usual style which took him even more by surprise.

Action site of person who posted video on Youtube of the same, alleging that copyright protection was about to be shredded for those whose works did not appear in commercial registries. There is some talk about the impact this will have on artists. What I don't see, and would like to, is the text of the bill, itself, and some supporting links. Much of this, we're asked to take on faith, which is a troublesome thing in a setting like the Internet, where we are all forced to deal with strangers. If the author is telling the truth, I hope he'll work on fixing these deficiencies in his site.

Where I first heard about this, and it sounds like something worth worrying about, if this person is telling the truth. It's alleged to be pro-piracy legislation, stripping copyright protection from any work not registered with a commercial registry. The defenses I've heard of this bill can be summed up by the words "yes, but they meant well". Not very reassuring. Let's look into this.

UN Studio's winning design for the proposed 'Theatre on the Parade' in Holland is contextually grounded with equal emphasis on the overall experience of the theatergoer and the public qualities of the project. Check it out and leave us your views...

Wick Architecture & Design + LAND Design Studio use the ancient art of Japanese tattooing to design a #Japanese restaurant #SakeDojo in #LosAngeles, rooting it contextually. Check it out here…

Imagine a #creative and #surreal track that was born out of the need to reactivate a sparsely used area in a #shoppingmall. Located in #Shanghai, #China, #100architects have converted a 1,200 sq. m. indoor space into a family-oriented entertaining space. Want to know how? Read on…

When it comes to showcasing the best of your country, the skill lies not in what all to show; but where to stop! Check out this nuanced installation by Delhi designers at the V&A…

Dynamism in form inculcates energy in functionality and active flow of human traffic in this new contemporary art museum in LA. Check it out here and leave us your comments…

Public art projects can be instrumental in developing strong cultural bonds that boost overall personas of a community. Check out the MUHC installation by Linda Covit and leave us your views...

A contemporary interpretation of "art as social messenger" calls to mind the historic significance of art and architecture as beacons of cultural ethos. Check out the interesting light installations in Quebec City and leave us your views…

The small Dutch town of Spijkenisse celebrates the opening of its new cultural centre today. The Theatre de Stoep designed by Ben van Berkel of UNStudio…

Icon of the Year 2014, Lighting designer Vibhor Sogani is an artist at heart. IAnD delves into a little into his personal life to understand his choices and ideologies. Click here to read more…

An all-white structure and courtyard framed by high walls, the Filux Lab by Workshop Arquitectos is akin to a 3D canvas - as dynamic as the lighting art pieces exhibited against it. Check it out here