KEITH GRIFFIN
PUBLISHER, EDITOR IN CHIEF
FROM THE EDITOR
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With the passing of Michael Jackson, an iconic hero in American Pop culture, worldwide philanthropist, and ubiquitous
symbol of unity, a damper was put on the excitement of DELUX Magazine's debut. The loss of such a huge figure causes one
to put life in perspective and to realize it should be lived to the fullest. With that in mind, I want to to acknowledge my beautiful
wife Carri, who has always had my back and more importantly gave me life's most precious gifts, my children, Keith III, Karys
and Kamron. Life is history in the making. Thanks for your patience and understanding, for those many hours when you do
it all in my absence.
Also to the Delux Staff & Family for all the hours and headaches I put you through. We've produced a world class magazine
and it couldn't be done without all your expertise. THANK YOU.
Ok enough of the emotional mumbo jumbo...DELUX Magazine, Issue #1 was such a success we decided to make a few
enhancements... YES!!! Change is good, right? We've added 30+ pages, more pics, more content, and THE INTERACTIVE
WEBSITE (www.delux-mag.com) is now available.
Let's talk about this INTERACTIVE site... you can do anything from tweeting me directly at anytime (and yes I actually answer),
you can read articles that don't make the magazine plus uncut/uncensored verbiage and pics. In my opinion, the best part
of this site is the chance to nominate and vote for the next DLISH model and "Computer Love" of the month. You will find
something on the site that will turn your head and pique your interest. And if that's not enough to quench your thirst for the
DELUX way of life, be on the look out for DELUXTV & RADIO debuting August 7th. Details will be available when you join our
mailing list.
I want to take time out to say thanks to Anthony Sanders & J Baily for the acceptance of our publication in the St. Louis arena.
I truly appreciate the support and the recognition they gave. To Mike Roberts, Wayman Smith, and Jesse Morrow, thanks for
the guidance and closed door advice. By the way, check out Mike and Steve Roberts' newest hotel, The Indigo at 4630 Lindell.
Also thanks to STLTV & KMOV, Great Day St. Louis and the shout out in the St. Louis American.
I would also like to thank, all the loyal supporters who came out to our Launch Party. You made the launch a success. Shout
outs to all the movers and shakers who were in the building, Tony Davis, Slim, Mocha Latte, Dashea Dash, Boogie D, Jami
Dolby (SuiteSTL.com), DJ Needles and many more. I know it was so jam packed some of you were still outside in line--felt like
NYC in StL-- at 1:30am. I look forward to all of you making it through the doors in SEPTEMBER - Delux Magazine is doing it
again. Details Soon.
Now about this 2nd issue, the biggest concern was how to top Issue #1... Hmm... Maybe by flying in world renowned shoe
designer Courtney Crawford from Stockholm, Sweden and putting him in the Cadillac Building Penthouse (thanks Friedman
Group) then putting him in front of creative genius Demond Meek. Maybe it was getting the new young hip voices of St. Louis,
Don Calloway, Chris Carter, and Kacie Starr Triplett to discuss life and their insight on St. Louis and Politics. How about
capturing the major underground art scene in St. Louis? I could go on and on. But why give away all that this issue has in
store? That's like telling the end to a GREAT movie you haven't seen.
DELUX MAGAZINE HAS YOUR FIX.
Hit me up on twitter, I wanna know how you feel.
www.twitter.com/deluxmagazine
Until next issue.
EDITOR