October’s featured denizen of the Dark is none other than Scott Milton! He’s the mind and the voice behind LA band, The Present Moment. Scott exemplifies the pursuit of balance that lies at the heart of Libra.
Scott admits to a certain idealism and a romantic perspective on life, as those of his sign are wont to have. But, the Libran reputation for narcissism is something that Scott owns only inasmuch as he is “a musician, after all.”
“At a very young age,” Scott recounts, “my best friend and I started our own band … a New Wave project. We played on old casios and banged on tupperware and sang songs about crashing parties and we were still in 6th grade. That’s where it all started and I’ve been chasing it since like a bad drug!”
These days, Scott continues to chase that dragon. He has recorded three albums with The Present Moment in just the last two years. The most recent of them, entitled Loyal to a Fault, was released on September 20th by Desire/Mannequin Records. The ultra-noire music video created by P. G. Johnson for the track “Intrigue,” is soon to follow. A teaser is already live, on Vimeo (You may recognize a certain someone, therein.)
Intrigue – teaser from P. G. Johnson on Vimeo.
Scott describes The Present Moment as “An open concept driven project consisting of myself and other partners in crime, coldwave, new wave, ever changing and ever present. My ambition is to create and change as much as possible, keep it fresh and open musically so we can evolve from album to album in any format we choose. That is why I chose the name The Present Moment.”
Happy birthday, Scott and happy birthday, Libras! Keep making things of beauty and helping us to constantly redefine what beauty is.
And now, your ‘Scopes.
Aries
Dynamic tension characterizes much of your October. It’s easy to forget that resistance and opposition are not just intended to be a pain in your ass; they are absolutely necessary for building any strength, whatsoever. Your mighty muscle will rapidly become flaccid and flabby if there’s nothing to push against. The best way to utilize your strengths, this month is through authentic expression and standing for something greater than yourself. Around the 26th, you’ll get a very clear picture of how your goals are far more supported by the people who make things difficult than by the ones who tell you everything’s fine.
Taurus
In your pursuit of peace and pleasantries it will be all too tempting, this month, to ignore the facts. Keep checking your perspective against those of the people you trust. When your rational mind seems clouded, they can provide the clarity of objective perceptions. Be particularly cautious about how you interpret reality around October 7th. The choices you make, then, will bear fruit at Halloween. Try hooking into the infallible wisdom of the deep, intuitive mind by getting your yoga on, or maybe doing some guided meditation. That information source is far less vulnerable to the distortions that can impair the logical mind.
Gemini
If you followed my advice, last month and took full advantage of that golden opportunity for prosperity, you’re probably spending much of October at the negotiating table. People want what you’ve got and they’re willing to compensate you handsomely for it. Don’t be in a hurry to sign on the dotted line. Saturn’s meet-up on the 6th with your ruler, Mercury is a signal to slow down and read the fine print. You’ve come too far to blow it all on a moment of impatience. Also, in the midst of all the excitement, keep an eye on your closest ties. If you neglect your friends and love ones, who’s going to be around to celebrate your success?
Cancer
Your focus, this month, is on the distinction between “We” and “I.” No matter how enlightened you think you are, even the Dalai Lama can’t see his own face without a mirror. Let your interpersonal dealings show you a thing or two about yourself and don‘t avert your eyes when you come across the ugly stuff. Just let it teach you. What’s the common theme among the people with whom you spend your time? How is today’s theme different from the one from five years ago? Introspection by proxy, if you will. If you work that angle effectively, you’ll notice a steady increase of genuine support from your truest allies. You may also notice fewer inane text messages from those people you secretly dislike.
Leo
With Mars transiting your sign, throughout the entire month, you’ll find that your customary position in the spotlight is a bit less comfortable than usual. In fact, it’s an increasingly prickly place to be for any length of time. You just can’t seem to get a break. There’s a ceaseless impulse to be in motion, to go, to do, to act. Structure and discipline can be surprisingly helpful toward the latter half of October, providing lots of steady motivation to keep you running. But, I doesn’t provide many soft places to land. Friction with friends emerges around the 26th through the 28th. Stay honest with yourself and with them, or the only person to show up to your Halloween party will be you.
Virgo
It’s a really good month to think big. I mean life, the Universe and everything kind of big. With your superfine attention to detail, it may not be the easiest task for you but, just give it a shot. Truth is, you’re far more likely to see things clearly and accurately if you step way back from them. Imagine an impressionist painting. Now you get the idea. Distance and objectivity are your best friends, this month. In fact, why don’t you ask a couple of your friends for their take on a situation that has you stymied? Sure, you’re usually the one who plays advisor to everyone else but, a truly wise person knows when to get a second opinion. Shut up and listen, Smartypants.
Libra
Happy Birthday, lovely Libra. Your hair is perfect, your clothes are divine and every last accessory is impeccably placed. Now that I’ve buttered you up a bit, I’ll tell you the ugly truth about October: only drunk, masochistic submissives will be having a good time. Well okay, the spiritually enlightened, ascetic monks could be doing alright, too if you want to spin it that way. In either case, it will not feel good, nor will it be terribly productive to engage in the everyday, business-as-usual routine. Everything that appears to be logical and rational turns out to be inexplicably wrong. Don’t fight it. Simply defer to the wacky and the deranged, for now. After Halloween, things will tidy up, again. I promise.
Scorpio
You’ll be reveling in the intensity of deep, heartfelt conversations between intimate friends, lovers and conspirators throughout the month. Secrets and lies interwoven with intrigue, ooh! It’s just so sexy. That is, until the action starts to render real-world consequences. The sparks that fly on October 16th are more than likely to ignite permanent transformation. Change is good but, it’s important to treat that kind of firepower with respect, lest it go off in your face. When the sun enters your sign on the 23rd, ideas begin to take shape and breathe with a life of their own. Plan ahead. The seeds you plant, this month will bear fruit at the winter solstice. Try to temper all those naughty tricks with one or two nice treats.
Sagittarius
Your vision of the future has a dose of indisputable reality imposed upon it, this month. But, it’s not at all a bad thing. Some old, nagging money issues will finally get resolved around the 13th , setting you up for a whole new set of possibilities. On the 28th, you’ll be well served by your inherent, cheerful optimism as you ride out the external drama in peaceful stillness. Let other people freak out, if they want to. It’s not your problem. Sure, things are changing and rather dramatically, at that. But, in the end it’s all an improvement. When the winter solstice rolls around in December, a lot of people will wish they were you. Yes, even more than more than there are, now. Jeez, Egomaniac!
Capricorn
You saw this coming. Everything has changing but, it’s nothing you weren’t expecting. Look at it this way: the space that was created by last month’s nuclear blast in your life can actually prove to be a blank canvas of infinite possibility. You can create anything. Now, figure out what you want to create. On the 13th, your closest friends and loved ones come in to galvanize your efforts in the reconstruction of your personal infrastructure. On the 16th, new ideas and information flood in to keep up the momentum. On the 28th, some seriously spooky divine intervention swoops in to remind you that you’re on the right track. Don’t give up yet, Sea Goat. We got your back.
Aquarius
You certainly are the object of people’s attention, this month. On October 13th, don’t be surprised if you get a personal phone call from the president. Okay, Oprah. Whatever. Pick your public figure and you get what I’m saying. You will be in the spotlight – like it or not – with a chance to stand up for something greater than yourself. Having had plenty of practice being the weirdo, outcast outsider you are exactly the right candidate for telling the world what things really look like from an outside perspective. If you rise to that occasion, there’s an opportunity to follow it up with actions on the 26th. No pressure but … don’t screw this up, ‘kay?
Pisces
You’ve got friends in high places, acquaintances in low ones and apparently an army of minions secretly doing your bidding, this month! You won’t see much of it out in the open but, there really is a tremendous amount of support extended to you from behind the scenes. Be receptive to generosity on the 7th. It really does come from the heart. Communications on the 12th result in greater depth of understanding. On the 21st, the Force is strong with you. Take the Universe up on its offer to elevate your overall life condition. It’s ulterior motive is to position you correctly for the superheroics it will demand of you, this coming winter.
About Forest
Forest is a generational witch living in Los Angeles. She is available by appointment for personal astrology and tarot readings by calling the Psychic Eye at 818-906-8263 for an appointment, or visiting her website: NuiCobalt.com