May 26th, 2021
VINCENT VAN GOGH • MADNESS, GENIUS, & TRAGEDY (Part One)
Can madness and genius be contained in one individual? Can psychosis and the rarest artistry be contained in one mind?
These contradictions pervade the story of Vincent van Gogh. And in the final three years of his life, they culminate in a whirlwind.
I’m excited to share the first episode in a three part special on Vincent van Gogh. It is an unbelievable story of madness, genius, tragedy, and human affection.
I have created a special companion gallery of selected works from the first seven years of Vincent’s paintings. Explore them here: https://mjdorian.com/vincent/
April. 7th, 2021
THE MAGIC SECRETS OF SALVADOR DALI
In 1948, Salvador Dali wrote a notorious treatise with the intention to “save modern art from chaos and laziness.” On this feature length episode, we explore Salvador Dali’s 50 Secrets of Magic Craftsmanship.
We focus on ten essential secrets from this bizarre treatise including: the secret of the painter’s pointed mustache, the sleep technique known as the ‘slumber with a key’, rules for lovemaking, and many more! So did he succeed in saving modern art with Dalinian magic? Let’s find out!
March 16th, 2021
NEW ART : ATHENA
I have felt a certain affinity to the Goddess Athena in recent years. This ink piece served as a meditation and devotional work to her. It includes all her timeless symbols, including the helmet, the gorgon snake decorated armor, and her animal: the little owl.
Her helmet is based on the descriptions of the Athena Parthenos statue by the ancient historian: Pausanias, who describes it as having a sphinx likeness in the center and griffins in relief on the sides.
Feb. 19th, 2021
THE ENIGMA of EMILY DICKINSON (Part 2)
Join us for Part 2 of this two episode podcast special, as we dive deep into the enigmatic mind of Emily Dickinson. In this episode, we explore her creative process, her most intimate letters, the mysterious details about her illness, and the secret to her creative genius: solitude.
Jan. 7th, 2021
THE ENIGMA of EMILY DICKINSON (Part 1)
On this special episode, we dive headfirst into the enigmatic genius of Emily Dickinson. We explore what makes her poetry so brilliant, her strained relationship with religion, the challenges she faced living in a Puritanical town in the mid 1800’s, and the influence her uniquely distinguished family had on her work.
November 29th, 2020
CARL JUNG’S NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCE
In 1944, the psychologist Carl Jung experienced a vision that transcended any others he had during his life: it was his near death experience. On this mini-episode, we dive into Jung’s written account of the experience, pairing it with original music, and we explore the implications it presents in the context of the clinical phenomena of NDEs (Near Death Experiences) and Western esoteric traditions.
October 30th, 2020
IN CONVERSATION: BEAU STANTON
Join me in the art studio of painter, mural artist, and Renaissance man: Beau Stanton. We discuss symbolism, the ability of art to move the unconscious, incorporating historical elements in your work, how Beau plans a mural, what happens if you stop making art, his early apprenticeship experiences with Ron English, and Beau’s personal art philosophy.
Oct. 4th, 2020
GUIDED MEDITATION: THE MIDDLE PILLAR (VIDEO)
The Middle Pillar is a meditation popularized in the 1930’s by the writer and ceremonial magician, Israel Regardie.
In this exclusive video on the CREATIVE CODEX YouTube Channel, we explore a guided meditation using the precise instructions laid out by Israel Regardie in his book: The Middle Pillar.
August 2nd, 2020
THE DEVIL & ROBERT JOHNSON (Part 2)
In this episode we continue the saga of the most infamous blues musician of all time. ⚡️🎸🎙 We unravel the myth and reveal the talented young man who lived a remarkable and tragic life.
If the devil didn’t teach him, who did? Where did he go when he disappeared for six months in 1931? Why does he sing about the devil in so many of his songs? Why was he murdered? We answer all this and more, including: what Cross Road Blues really means.
July 26th, 2020
THE DEVIL & ROBERT JOHNSON (Part 1)
The life of bluesman Robert Johnson is a tangle of myth, genius, and tragedy. He was so brilliant that after his murder in 1938, the only sensible explanation was that he sold his soul to the devil.
On this two part special, we untangle the lies, and inside of Robert Johnson’s life we discover the obsessive nature of creative genius. But even in that story, the devil still plays a part.
May 1st, 2020
CREATIVE CODEX MUSIC VOL.1 Now Available!
This is a collection of the original music featured in my CREATIVE CODEX podcast. Some of these pieces, like River of Blood, were written for a specific episode, while others, like the Satienne piano pieces, were written years before the podcast but fit perfectly for certain scenes.
Give these a listen, think of them like little creativity starters. 😉
CATHARSIS is the debut album of NYC music producer: MJDorian.
It's a deep dive into Dark Pop & Hip Hop with music collaborations featuring the best NYC singers and rappers, original artwork, and music videos. It's being released one track at a time, one new song every month.
Choose a song and discover more about it:
NEWS
April 26th, 2020
NEW PODCAST EPISODE: WHY HUMANS NEED ART
Why do humans need art? Hidden within the answer to that question is a profound truth about the human experience. Join me as we travel around the world to narrow down three primary reasons why humans need art.
Get your thinking caps on, this one’s a bonafide deep dive. Listen to the episode here: https://plinkhq.com/i/1430850607
February 3rd, 2020
CREATIVE CODEX – NEW EPISODE: CARL JUNG • THE RED BOOK Part 2!
The highly anticipated second installment of my Carl Jung deep dive is here! In this podcast episode we join Jung as he meets Death, Satan, and his own soul. It features immersive soundscape simulations of Jung’s visions and original music. Follow the show on any podcast app by searching: CREATIVE CODEX. Listen here: https://plinkhq.com/i/1430850607
January 19th, 2020
NEW ART: THE RAVEN & THE DOVE
The Raven & The Dove was inspired by the Chinese Yin Yang symbol, which I filtered through the aesthetic of Western Esotericism. It is the dance between dualities that defines our physical world, and the eye of wisdom appears only when the knowledge of both extremes converges.
November 18th, 2019
CREATIVE CODEX PODCAST – NEW EPISODE: CARL JUNG • THE RED BOOK
On this episode we dive into one of the strangest and most enigmatic books ever written: The Red Book. Direct link to listen on your podcast app here: https://plinkhq.com/i/1430850607
September 15th, 2019
YOUR INITIATION INTO EARTHLY LIFE
Take a moment and consider: Your life’s journey started as a single cell in your mother’s womb. Your first trauma was your birth into this world. These are fragments from your initiation into Earthly life. Share this message and help other people to remember.
Your Initiation Into Earthly Life is presented in authentic VHS splendor, edited together from VHS tapes found at thrift stores. Song: Agnus Dei Artist: MJDorian Click here to listen to this song on Spotify.
August 3rd, 2019
THE FIRST MJDORIAN SWIMSUIT!
New MJDorian swimsuit now available at the merch shop! Click the image above or head over here to get your own: https://mjdorian.comstore/
July 26th, 2019
NEW PODCAST EPISODE!
As NYC is in full heat wave mode, I sit down for an entertaining conversation with the contemporary artist: Clinton King. We discuss the origins of his distinctive style, the mysteries of the creative process, and the joys of getting lost. Tune in and grab a cold drink, it’s gonna be a hot one.
Find more Clinton King here: http://www.clintonkingart.com/
July 15th, 2019
NEW ART: Leviathan Born From The Wounds Of Christ
I’ve been grappling with this hypothesis: Western culture as we know it owes a great debt to the religion and history of Christianity. This symbol of the leviathan is a kind of ‘synthesis’ of that argument. In this case, the leviathan represents Western culture.
May 31st, 2019
NEW PODCAST EPISODE!
Join me for an insightful sit-down conversation with world music alchemist & singer: Shelley Thomas. We explore world music, the fear of failure, taking the long way, destiny, and the spirituality of music. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts for immediate access when a new episode releases. Just click the link or search: CREATIVE CODEX (Also available on all podcast platforms.)
May 9th, 2019
NEW VIDEO: DWELL WITHIN ME
I recently collaborated with stop motion artist: Eric Leiser. He went to town creating an incredible video for my song: Dwell Within Me. It was a rare honor working with him, stop motion holds a special place in my heart, and Eric is a wizard in the medium. Go follow his work here: https://www.instagram.com/ericleiser/
May 1st 2019
NEW PODCAST EPISODE!
In this episode we try to untangle the paradox of Nikola Tesla’s life: how can a man of unrivaled genius change the world but die a hermit with no money to his name?
Nikola Tesla’s unique genius is the stuff of fantasy; he electrified the world, feuded with Thomas Edison, invented a death ray, and caused an earthquake in Manhattan.
March 2nd 2019
NEW PODCAST EPISODE!
In this episode of Creative Codex, we sit down with NYC’s design & fashion guru: Jerome Lamaar. Our conversation explores the origin of his youthful confidence, the possibility of self fulfilling visions, and much more. Listen to the podcast on Apple / Google Podcasts and all major podcast platforms. View the podcast page: Creative Codex
March 15th, 2019
NEW ART: DWELL WITHIN ME
I created this piece to explore density in visual space, overloading it with superfluous flowers and symbolic gestures. I hope it carries strange associations and tells a story your mind pieces together. This is the cover art for my song of the same name: Dwell Within Me. (Available on Spotify & iTunes)
March 2nd, 2019
NEW PODCAST EPISODE!
Episode 3 of Creative Codex, all about Frida Kahlo and the link between emotion & creativity, now available on all podcast platforms! View the paintings and personal photos on the podcast page: Creative Codex
Feb. 1st, 2019
HOLY FLAME OUT ON SPOTIFY!
Let’s hijack Spotify’s algorithm! Please listen to Holy Flame on Spotfiy and add it to a playlist full of other friendly songs it can play with. Spotify only helps promote songs that exist on playlists. Much love and thank you! -MJD
Jan. 23rd, 2019
NEW SONG RELEASED – HOLY FLAME (feat. Leila Hegazy & RedBaren907)
Jan. 20th, 2019
NEW SINGLE COMING 1/23/19
July 25th, 2018
PODCAST NEWS
Currently developing a new podcast all about the creative process: how to understand creativity and how to improve it. Very excited! This will be my first venture into this young art-form and I’m taking it seriously, developing worthwhile ideas for episodes.
Release date for the first episode coming soon. Stay tuned!
Jan. 1st, 2018
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Our Next Music Video & Song Is Already Brewing…
Nov. 17th, 2017
BLOOD LUST DEBUTS ON 405!
LEA and MJDorian received a very ego inflating writeup from the music journalists at the405 for the release of BLOOD LUST. Give it a read and watch the video on their site! The 405 – BLOOD LUST
Some quotes from the article:
“Why can’t a pop song explore vice and murder the way our favorite films do?”
“Blood Lust is a sleek, seductive and dark synth pop song. The track’s evocative atmosphere is accentuated and amplified by the style of the video.”
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