What's in your bag? Dead animals, shades and more at the Westword Music Showcase
Women travel light when headed for a night on the town. Here we see the bare essentials that fit inside Rodriguez's printed cherry=printed clutch: ID, Nine West shades, business cards, cell phone and WMS after party flier. These are all she needs to paint the town fire engine red.
"I believe if you look good, than you feel good. Life is about beauty, in different ways, be it music, painting, dancing or writing. We all acknowledge the beauty in life and admire it," says Rodriguez.
Rodriguez was one of many music enthusiasts who danced to tunes spun by DJ MU$A, who played at Vinyl for the Showcase and later opened for Q-Tip at the WMS after-party. 
This was a common sight on the streets during the WMS. The thirsty behavior and sidewalk drinking had the Golden Triangle looking like the Las Vegas strip. Blame it on the heat. 
A long day of drinking coupled with insanity-inducing heat results in a public brawl for two fellas.
Discover the style of Rene Cordero on page 3!
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