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Original photography by Silvia Pititto. All rights are reserved. For any use please contact the artist at: [email protected]

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*** FUNDRAISER UPDATE *** The Fine Art Prints Fundraiser for Jesse Malin is available on my online store at silviapititto.bigcartel.com 🙌🏻

100% of proceeds (excl. shipping) go directly to the Jesse Malin Sweet Relief Fund.

This special fundraiser includes photographs I took of Jesse, one at his most recent Glasgow gig last year and another in Dublin back in 2015. Photos were picked by his fans.

⚠️ LOW STOCK UPDATE: ONLY 2 Glasgow Prints & 4 Dublin Prints are left in stock ⚠️

🏷️ Prints are £70 each, excl. shipping

🖨️ Printed locally in Belfast by Rush Digital Printing

📦 Posting worldwide with tracked shipping

Jesse Malin is a rock ‘n’ roll legend, inspiring many across the world through his music, life and continued support for his community and friends.

I first met Jesse over a decade ago and have taken photographs of him through the years. He’s introduced me to P.M.A. (Positive Mental Attitude), a way of thinking and living that’s now ingrained in my life. He suffered a rare stroke a year ago and the road to his recovery is long and unpredictable.

It’s time to send healing P.M.A. Jesse’s way and support our friend so he can rock out onstage again soon 🤘🙏

P.M.A.

You can also make a direct donation to the Jesse Malin Sweet Relief Fund here.

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Maria Nickolay Wolves EP Release Gig

The incredibly talented Maria Nickolay released her "Wolves" EP last October. Earlier this year, to celebrate its release, she performed her music with a full band at the Crescent Arts Centre in Belfast. It was a truly magical evening ✨

Her masterfully written songs, her beautiful voice and presence shone through during the show. The band was stellar and there was great chemistry on stage 🙌🏻 I had the pleasure to capture some moments from that night. Enjoy 📷

I met Maria at the monthly Sojourner Open Mics (prev. Eastside Open Mic) that she so graciously hosts at Templemore Baths in Belfast. Being used to seeing her perform solo, it was so special to hear her songs being played with a full band.

I highly recommend giving her music a listen. Her latest EP "Wolves" is out on all streaming platforms. You're in for a real treat 🎵

Give her a follow at @marianickolay for her latest music and gig updates!

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Radio City Music Hall, NYC 🎶

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Photoshoot with Kelley Swindall in Dublin, Ireland.

More shots I took of the super-talented Kelley Swindall before her gig at Whelans in Dublin, Ireland last year.

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A wish for peace

Within us

With each other 

In our communities 

In All the nations of the world 

No more wars 

Within us

With each other 

Across communities 

In all the nations of the world

Merry Christmas & Happy 2024 🎉

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Photoshoot with Kelley Swindall at Whelans, Dublin

Some snaps from a photoshoot with the amazing Kelley Swindall at Whelans in Dublin earlier this year 🎶✨

This cool spot in Whelans gave us some "Folsom Prison Blues" vibes. How could we resist? 😏

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The Fine Art Prints Fundraiser for Jesse Malin is now live on my online store at store.silviapititto.com 🙌🏻

100% of proceeds (excl. shipping) go directly to the Jesse Malin Sweet Relief Fund.

This special fundraiser includes photographs I took of Jesse, one at his most recent Glasgow gig this year and another in Dublin back in 2015. Photos were picked by his fans.

- Only a total of 10 prints (5 for each type) are available so get them while they’re hot 🔥

- Prints are £70 each, excl. shipping

- Printed locally in Belfast by Rush Digital Printing

- Posting worldwide with tracked shipping

Jesse Malin is a rock ‘n’ roll legend, inspiring many across the world through his music, life and continued support for his community and friends.

I first met Jesse over a decade ago and have taken photographs of him through the years. He’s introduced me to P.M.A. (Positive Mental Attitude), a way of thinking and living that’s now ingrained in my life. He suffered a rare stroke earlier this year and the road to his recovery is long and unpredictable.

It’s time to send healing P.M.A. Jesse’s way and support our friend so he can rock out onstage again soon 🤘🙏

P.M.A.

You can also make a direct donation to the Jesse Malin Sweet Relief Fund here.

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Sweetboy live @ Main Drag Music , Williamsburg, NY

Their feel-good, moody and pop vibes were topped off with some amazing harmonies, beautifully crafted songwriting and catchy tunes 🎶 

It was my first time seeing them live and I immediately became a fan 🙌🏻

If you're in NYC, keep an eye out for any of their gigs on their page: Sweetboy band 

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Amanda Cross live @ Main Drag Music, Williamsburg, NY

The fabulous & super talented Amanda Cross (Insta: @amandacrossmusic) performing with her band at her "I Wanna Be Bad" single release gig at Main Drag Music in Williamsburg, NY 🔥

She's such a natural on stage. Her beautiful charming voice, endless talent and energy are so captivating 🙌🏻 Definitely an artist to watch!

I had the pleasure to finally see her live and the performance was stellar 🌟

She's releasing her debut album this year so keep an eye out! In the meantime you should check out her great music catalogue.

Her latest single "I Wanna Be Bad" is out now. Go give it a listen, you won't be disappointed 🎶

Click here Listen to "I Wanna Be Bad" by Amanda Cross

🎙️ Amanda Cross

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Rites of Spring

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Hello Snow, my old friend ❄️

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Jesse Malin & band rocking out @ YES (The Pink Room) in Manchester 🎶

All the Way from Manchester to New York…

Great energy on the second night of the "Fine Art of Self Destruction" 20th Anniversary tour 🔥

Opening the set with a Sunset Kids favourite "Room 13", followed by the Pogues' "If I should fall from the Grace of God" that got everyone dancing.

They even improvised a fan favourite "Broken Radio" in the middle of playing the full FAOSD album as Jesse noticed a fan wearing his "Phoenix bird" t-shirt and was inspired to play the song.

Some bar hopping happened as Jesse sung his moving cover of "Bastards of Young" dedicated to his friend, Replacement bassist Tommy Stinson who had to pull out as the opening act on the tour due to surgery.

Jesse still has that raw punk rock energy in his veins in the way he deeply connects with his audience and feeds off its energy, especially when he meanders through the crowd to sing his heart out!

Trapper joined the band onstage as they played "Meet Me At The End Of The World" before the energetic "All the Way from Moscow to New York" at the encore 🔥

The tour continues in Europe and the US. Check out his latest tour dates here: Jesse Malin Tour

It was my first time in Manchester and surely an unforgettable one! Thank you for the memories 🙌🏻

🎶 Jesse Malin

Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals: Derek Cruz

Bass/Backing Vocals: James Cruz

Keyboard/Backing Vocals: Rob Clores

Drums: Paul Garisto

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The amazing Trapper Schoepp killing it @ YES (The Pink Room) in Manchester 🎶

Great musician and storyteller, Trapper accompanied by Carter on mandolin performed his upbeat tunes and got us all singing our hearts out and dancing too.

Some of his newly released singles were also on the set list. One of which being the "Devil's Kettle" a song named after a peculiar waterfall and rock formation in Minnesota where half of the river disappears into a pothole. Trapper recorded it on Johnny Cash's 1930s Martin guitar that was nicknamed the "shitkicker". How cool is that?!

Trapper is touring worldwide at the moment. Find out all any upcoming tour dates on his page: Trapper Schoepp Tour

🎶 Trapper Schoepp 🪕 Carter Shilts 🌃 @ YES (The Pink Room), Manchester

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The one and only Jesse Malin & his brilliant band opening at Stereo, Glasgow on the first night of "The Fine Art Of Self Destruction" 20th Anniversary tour last Wednesday night 🎶🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

It was a killer start of the tour! Great seeing him and the band again and celebrate the anniversary in person. They're touring in Europe atm, check out jessemalin.com for tour dates.

Jesse's first solo record "The Fine Art of Self Destruction" has turned 20 🎉 Such a fine record filled with honest witty lyrics, raw emotions and P.M.A. that paved the way to Jesse's songwriting evolution in his following work. A real treat to your mind and soul!

As part of the anniversary, Jesse and the band have beautifully reinterpreted some of the songs on the album such as "Brooklyn", "Downliner" and more. I highly recommend a listen, you won't be disappointed! 🙌🏻

"Poetry or destiny on bar napkins?" - T.K.O. by Jesse Malin

🎶 Jesse Malin

Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals: Derek Cruz

Bass/Backing Vocals: James Cruz

Keyboard/Backing Vocals: Rob Clores

Drums: Paul Garisto

🌃 Stereo, Glasgow, Scotland

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"Like a Freight Train, it's like an Aeroplane, it's like a Hurricane…"

These lyrics from Trapper Schoepp's "Freight Train" are probably the best way to describe his energetic, fun, yet introspective live performance at Stereo, Glasgow on Wednesday 🙌🏻

Incredibly talented Trapper & Carter are opening for Jesse Malin & band on Jesse 's "Fine Art of Self Destruction" 20th Anniversary tour 🎶

They're touring in Europe atm, with first stop in Paris tonight. Highly recommend seeing them!

🎸 Trapper Schoepp 🪕 Carter Shilts 🌃 @ Stereo Glasgow

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Fish-eye views 🛹 ☀️

My sk8r boi Stephen flipping the board in Stirling, Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Stirling skatepark is a great spot! There's a mix of transition and street sections. As you skate, you get some nice views of Stirling's beautiful castle in the distance (not in this pic) or you can leisurely walk in the surrounding King's Park, only a few minutes stroll away from the centre.

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Classical Beauty 🏛️

Detail of the Church of Mary Immaculate, Refuge of Sinners in Rathmines, Dublin. When I first saw this church I was blown away by the size and its style.

Outstanding architecture: from the front, it feels like entering a monumental Greek or Roman temple, similar to the St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. A massive copper dome is also present which brings a lot of light into the church. The original church was destroyed by a fire in 1920. There's a wide spread tradition affirming that the current dome was originally intended for an Orthodox Church in Russia and was bought over to be used in this church instead (This has not been officially confirmed though).

During the Irish War of Independence, apparently, it had not just been the Refuge of Sinners. It was a Refuge of Shinners too: local republicans who, when it wasn’t safe to go home at night, slept there instead.

Mary Immaculate, Refuge of Sinners in Rathmines, Dublin, Ireland

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