Lil Wayne "Around the Way"

Here's a new one from Wayne. To gain further insight into his possible jail sentence click here...

Lil Wayne "Around the Way"

Ryan Leslie "I Choose You"

Ladies... here you go.

Ryan Leslie "I Choose You"

Billionaire Boys Club Space Beach 2009 Fall/Winter Collection

And yet again, the Billionaire Boys Club delivers. These are pieces from the 2009 Fall/Winter collection, and they all happen to be October releases; however, if you'll be in Tokyo this weekend, they'll be available at the "Ice Cream" Store October 25th.... Stay tuned

TOAST TO THE LEGENDS... "Ray Charles"

Another one of my personal favorites and a true genius at heart,
Ray Charles Robinson, September 23, 1930 - June 10, 2004, blended the likes of Blues, Gospel. Country, Pop and Jazz into a sweet symphony of music in which he could call his own. Since I grew up listening to the Blues I've always had a huge respect for the musicianship found in all of Ray Charles' music, and although he wasn't the best vocalist, the emotion he pushed behind each lyric made his sound all the more unique.
A true hero of American music... R.I.P.

Keion Bell: The Human Catapult

Em and I just got done shooting The Celebrity Basketball Game here at Howard; another hit event this year. We're 4/4 right now. We had some big names come out such as Pooch Hall, Ms. Melyssa Ford, Omarion, AND 1's White Chocloate, The one and only Essence Atkins, Lance Gross, and many more... I'm still feeling the energy from the event, therefore, it's only right that I post this...



By the way, we will post all of the Homecoming Pictures for ya'll early next week, so you can experience what we lived...

Sanders Wingtip Oxford

Sanders (British footwear makers) produce a dope wingtip oxford. These pair of shoes caught my attention, and I had to share it w/my fellow civilians..
P.S... I wear size 13 if anyone wants to be generous.. lol

Barack Obama...

No words, just pay attention...

Mosley Tribes Hillyard Shades

Just learned about this brand tonight, thanks to http://www.acquiremag.com/. I'm hype now though, because I'm an avid sunglasses lover. To check out their 2010 Resort/Spring Collection click here.

The Fourth Kind HD Trailer

Hmmm...

Nirvana "Smells Like Teen Spirit"

Simply put, Nirvana is one the greatest bands ever. They are the pioneers of "grunge," and along with a few other alternative rock bands in the early nineties i.e. Stone Temple Pilots, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, they changed the course of Rock music forever. I would love to be able to sit down with Kurt Cobain and discuss his life, music, and whatever else happens to come up during the course of our conversation.

Enjoy their performance of "Smells like Teen Spirit," the single off their album Nevermind (1991) that launched their career into the mainstream.



Also, here are the links to the video's for...

"Come as You Are"

"The Man Who Sold the World"

Nelson George in Barcelona

Traveling and investigating the essence of other cultures around the world have and always will be passions of mine. Throughout my life, I plan on visiting many countries and truly indulging in the native people's way of life. I want to walk in their shoes and truly get a taste for their lifestyle, literally and figuratively. Learning about other people's ways of life allows us to grow as individuals and expand our vision of the world. Today, I found out about a site called BlackAtlas.com, which is a travel site that showcases different cities and countries from an African American perspective. Here's an example of a video that you could find on the site...



For more visit... http://www.blackatlas.com/

Russell Simmons' Ode to Jay-Z

"Without hip-hop there is no Barack Obama. And without Jay-Z, we wouldn’t be where we are today."

Read Simmons' full commentary on the influence of Jay-Z on the world at global grind... I can appreciate one man of great stature tipping his hat to another man of great stature. Much respect to Russell and Jay-Z. We're up next... see you at the top!

If The Shoe Fits Wear it...

Find out what the squabble is between Marcus Jordan and UCF... click here.

Cornel West

A wise man once told me...







Truly, one of the most brilliant minds walking this earth today. I would love to sit down and pick this gentleman's brain. I can't imagine how much I would learn about myself and the world. Thank you Dr. West.

I will post the rest of the series later.

Sharam ft. Kid Cudi "She Came Along"

Check out the Director's Cut  of this new video... interesting concept.

The Simpson's 20th Anniversary & Playboy Magazine..

For the November Issue of Playboy Magazine, Marge Simpson (along with some other foxy cartoon moms, lol) will be featured as the playmates. This should be interesting-to say the least-but Hugh Heff has got to be a kool kat.. Stay Tuned

NEXT UP... "Nipsey Hussle" Out Of Los Angeles, Ca

 
 
From My Neck Of The Woods, 
  Breakout artist, Nipsey Hussle, has been on a serious grind since age 13; from being apart of the eccentric culture of the West Coast, lol, to laying out a plan for his own company "Slauson Boy Records". Check out his mixtapes Bullets Ain't Got No Name volumes 1,2 & 3, and w/me being from Compton, Ca, I have to support this new installment of music to a once stagnant West Coast. Nipsey is truth and he is indeed the Next Up...

Adidas "GET LITE" World Premiere

This is tight... check it out.



Directed by Jake McAfee

Jared Evan: Video Mayhem

So, I've been listening to this dude's mixtape, "Radio in my Head," since last Thursday. Here's a bunch of video's of Jared Evan, so ya'll can get to know him a little bit better and see the move's he's making.







Why the hell is he holdin' a gun? lmao!

Yeeeeesssssss.......!!!!!! "Realistic Epiphany"

Now if somehow we can get the rest of mainstream Hip-Hop to follow in these footsteps; we might be alright.

Gucci Mane ft. Usher "Spotlight"

Interesting collabo... what you think?

Gucci Mane ft. Usher "Spotlight"

Rihanna: New Site & New Single

Check out Ms. Rihanna's new site, http://www.rihannanow.com/, and new single "Russian Roulette," off her upcoming album The Wait is Ova, due in stores November 23rd.

Do the Civilians approve?

Rihanna "The Wait is Ova" Promo Video

2 hrs in counting...

Nina Simone "Feelin' Good"

I've been thinking about posting this for a few days now. I don't know why I haven't, but here it is. This is dedicated to, well, feelin' good, lol.

Nina Simone "Feelin' Good"

The Naked Truth by ABOVE

THE NAKED TRUTH from ABOVE on Vimeo.


Love it!

Howard Homecoming Poetry Cipher 2009

Howard Homecoming 2009  has been a huge success. Emmitt, better known to ya'll as emcgee, and I have been blessed with the opportunity to be the Official Homecoming Photographers. Thus far we have seen Midnight Madness, The International Dance Showcase, The Gospel Show, and we just completed the Poetry Cipher. As a writer and a lover of language, I was truly inspired by the words of every poet that shared their soul with us tonight. Therefore, it is only right that I spread the word (no pun intended) and share some of their voices with ya'll...

I have nothing more  to say, and I will let poetry speak. Enjoy the truth...

Joshua Bennett



Shihan



Georgia Me



Messiah (Howard Alum '07)



Sunni Patterson

Leona Lewis "Happy"

Isn't she lovely? "Happy" is the first single off her new album entitled "Echo," soon to be released on November 16, 2009.

Travis Barker Remixes Slaughterhouse's "The One"

This dude is simply ridiculous on the drums.



I can do that! lol

Another one Bites the Dust...

Along with 5 others, hedge fund billionaire Raj Rajaratnam, founder of Galleon Group, has been charged in the largest insider trading case to date. The case alleges that $25 million was gained due to trades involving companies such as, Google, Hilton, Polycom, and many others. To see a breakdown of what actually took place with each company in the case click on the link.

Can we stop being greedy...? I guess not, lol.

A Trip Down Memory Lane: Oasis "Champagne Supernova"

I thought i'd take it back for a quick moment. I used to listen to their album "What's the Story Morning Glory" nonstop and specifically this song about 47,000 times a day, lol.



and "Wonderwall," of course...



Just to give ya'll a little information on Oasis they...

- are an English Rock Band formed in 1991 in Manchester
- were originally known as The Rain
- have seven studio albums
- have sold more than 70 million records worldwide
- have had eight number one UK singles

For more info visit http://www.oasisnet.com/

Damien Marley ft. Lil' Wayne "The Mission" (RMX)

Wayne hops on the remix of Damien Marley's, "The Mission." Wayne whines a little too much on it for my liking, but overall, the song is good.

Damien Marley ft. Lil' Wayne "The Mission" (RMX)

Check out this video below, in which, Marley touches on the topics of Africa, Education, & Rastafarianism... as well clips from him and Nas performing. Can't wait for Distant Relatives.

Lady GaGa "Alejandro"

New one from Lady GaGa. I love her insane fashion style and the blood, sweat and tears she puts into her performances.

Lady GaGa "Alejandro"

Wyclef Jean ft. Movado "Hold On" (Crossroads)

Nice lil' inspirational joint for you guys... Wyclef has always made positive music for the people.

Wyclef Jean ft. Movado "Hold On" (Crossroads)

Egypt/Lebanon Montage by Khalid Mohtaseb

One of my best friends back home in Massachusetts is from Syria. While growing up, I was blessed to get an inside look into Middle Eastern culture and family structure. It was quite interesting to see how they adapted to American culture, while holding onto their Middle Eastern values and beliefs. As a result, I have always been extremely interested in the Middle East, and I hope to travel there one day.

With regards to Egypt, I, as a young black man, and more importantly just as a human being, have an unyielding respect for Ancient Egyptian culture and the knowledge their civilization has brought to the world. I do not know as much as I should, but I am learning and growing with time.

Enjoy the video...


Egypt / Lebanon Montage from Khalid Mohtaseb on Vimeo.

Lloyd ft. J. Holiday "Take it Off" (Snippet)

That's ironic. I was listening to Lloyd yesterday, and thought it'd be cool if these two young gentlemen did a song together. The result lies in the link below. Check out a snippet of Lloyd and J. Holiday's collab...

"Take it Off"

Fenway Flavor by Tom Guilmette

Man, I got to get home! There's just something special about eating an italian sausage and sippin' a cold brewsky at a Sox game. This video is dedicated to all the hometown fans... love the musical choice as well.


Fenway Flavor - Letus Ultimate Footage from Tom Guilmette on Vimeo.

"The Meaning of Life" Stop Motion by Vytautas Alechnavicius

"What's the meaning of life?" Well, isn't that the grandaddy of all questions? Vytautas Alechnavicius provides us with an interesting perspective on the meaning of life.

Do any of ya'll civilians have an answer to this universal question? I have my own perspective, but due enlighten us with your own...


the Meaning of Life - stop motion from Vytautas Alechnavicius on Vimeo.

Melanie Fiona "Subway Series" New York City

Great Idea..!!
The foxy Ms. Melanie Fiona, first introduced to the civilians for her sexy song "Give It To Me Right", is stepping outside of her comfort zone and doing what many artist would turn their noses up at. The Canadian songstress is attempting to travel and do performances in subways, paks, street-corners etc... This is good for music and I hope her attempts don't go unnoticed.

Alicia Keys "Doesn't Mean Anything" Video

The beautiful and incredibly talented, Ms. Alicia Keys releases her much anticipated video for her hit single "Doesn't Mean Anything". And she's looking quite appealing in this video; Daaaaammmmnn.
Bowww

Coldplay "Strawberry Swing" Alternative Video

I don't have much to say other than I love Coldplay, and this song makes me want to run around Boston at night. Don't ask why, lol. Enjoy the video!


Strawberry Swing from Matt Clark on Vimeo.

Ape School's "Wail to God" Video

Honestly, I've never heard of this group before, but I came across this video as I was cruisin' the net and found it quite intriguing. I love how the visual rhythm coincides with the beat of the song. I feel like this should be a given for all music videos, but it's not. Enjoy!


"Wail to God" Music Video from Anthony Schepperd on Vimeo.

J. Cole "A Star is Born" Part I & II

Those who have half the amount of brain cells necessary for the average human to function can see that J. Cole is and will be a dominant force in the world of Hip Hop. I don't want to limit him to just Hip Hop, so I will say music as well. Truly a special talent, and I deeply appreciate what he is bringing to the music... Check out the first two videos of a four part documentary entitled, J. Cole "A Star is Born."

Part I


J Cole - A Star Is Born Documentary Part 1 from Chris Knotti on Vimeo.


and, Part II


J.Cole 'A Star Is Born' Documentary Part 2 from Chris Knotti on Vimeo.


I love the transformation that is taking place in Hip Hop at the moment. Artists, especially the newcomers, are focusing more on content, lyrical ability, and thinking outside of the box, rather than falling deeper into the trap of Money, Cash, Hoes... No offense Hov. lol. It's a beautiful evolution... Let's take the music to new heights!

Countdown For RihannaNow.com

Rihanna's website, http://www.rihannanow.com/, is set to launch in 1 day, 7 hours, 26 minutes and 5 seconds...

Furthermore, Rihanna was spotted shooting a video for her new album, which will supposedly be a double disc slated to drop November 23rd.

Audi R8 Spyder: Promo Video

Take a sneak peak at my future car... Can't wait!



Boy, that's a bad mamajama, lol.

Takashi Murakami "A Picture Of The Blessed Lion Who Stares At Death" Painting

Interesting,
  This piece of work, from the people's favorite Takashi Murakami, can viewed at New York's "Gagosian Gallery". However, this exhibition will only be running for another week, so if you can make it to New York check it out.. It'll be worth your while

New Medical Marijuana Policy

President Obama has issued a new policy regarding marijuana, stating that his administration "will not seek to arrest medical marijuana users and suppliers as long as they conform to state laws, under new policy guidelines to be sent to federal prosecutors Monday." Click to read more...

This new policy is probably a good deal for those individuals featured in the video in the article...

Kanye West & Spike Jonze "We Were Once A Fairytale" Short Film

"We Were Once A Fairytale" - Kanye West Dir: Spike Jonze from Yooj‽ on Vimeo.

Shout to my man Kanye,
  I've always respected his keen sense of creativity, and the music he makes is- beyond a reasonable doubt -light years ahead of the mundane compositions heard wherever "popular music" is being pushed.. i.e. RADIO... but yeah man, I thought this was interesting. The fact that Kanye plays a drunken, obnoxious and completely annoying celebrity in this short film, while subsequently receiving flack from his VMA incident, shows the creative genius in Kanye. I digg this

HP Envy Beats Limited Edition

Yes Indeed... a music lovers fantasy. This limited Edition HP Laptop comes equipped with audio hardware perfected by Dre, Pharrell, Timbaland, and Will.I.Am, as well as your very own pair of Beats by Dre Studio Headphones. Drop $2,300 and your well on your way to becoming the world's next super-producer. To see more features click on the LINK.

THAT'S GENIUS: Stairs Turned Into Piano Keys

This is just a brilliant idea... Stairs have never looked so fun before. I'd probably be the one to run up and down them all day long. Lol. It'd be tight if you could synchronize a group of people to make up a song.

Shane McConkey: The Man, The Myth, The Legend

Anybody that knows me, knows that I am a daredevil at heart, and although, I have a pretty calm and cool demeanor, I love to chase thrills and live on the wild side. This is most likely due to the fact that I began skiing at aroud 3 years of age, and grew up hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, white water rafting, and any other activity that provided an adrenaline rush. I do not ski anymore, and I regret it daily, however, this fact only adds to my respect for gentlemen like Shane McConkey, who dedicated his life to breaking barriers in the skiing world. This man was a genius and truly advanced the sport that he loved.

McConkey, sadly, passed away in March 2009, while practicing a cliff jump for a Red Bull promotional video...

Dedicated to Shane McConkey (1969-2009) R.I.P.

Check out some videos below...







How he felt about skiing is how we should all feel about what we do in our lives.

Drake "King Leon"

Sir Drake unleashes another joint for the people... Love the confidence!

Drake "King Leon"

Gucci Mane ft. Drake "Believe It Or Not"

Bowwww,
  Didn't think it would ever happen, but I'm glad it did....

"Adidas Originals" Promo Video

RANSOM by adidas Originals from Ransom Holding Co on Vimeo.


Indeed Indeed,
  Its been about a week, and despite the turmoils of life, I'm back doing something that I love; communicating with the civilians of this world.. But about this post, adidas did a dope promo video for their new sneaker, "Ransom", and if I say so myself.... This is quite creative
Stay Tuned

Eminem "Taking My Ball"

Eminem's song "Taking My Ball" will be featured on DJ Hero: Renegade Edition, coming out October 27th.

Eminem "Taking My Ball"

K. Sparks ft. Pugs Atomz & Tina Quallo

I'm a huge fan of K. Sparks as an artist. His witty wordplay and diverse, thought provoking subject matter combine to create impeccable music. Check out his song "On n' On," which will be featured on his upcoming album Super Senior slated to drop on October 26th (Credit due to... 2DopeBoyz, DJ Booth, & Kevin Nottingham)

Ne-Yo "Move Along"

Ne-Yo "Move Along"

And the verdict is...? Do we like the song?

Anjulie: "The Heat"

Anjulie is a singer/songwriter who is of Canadien, Indian, and Guyanese origin (ooh la la, lol). I actually noticed her album in Starbucks and decided to see what she was all about. Here's a video of her older song, "The Heat."



Also, check out her songs "Boom," and "Rain."

Timbaland ft. Soshy "Morning After Dark"

One of the best producers of all time, Timbaland, releases new song "Morning After Dark," featuring French singer and Mosley Music Group signee, Soshy. "Morning After Dark" will be the first single off Timbaland's album Shock Value II, due in stores November 23rd.

"Morning After Dark"

JD: Living The Life @ BlogWorldExpo

I thought this was interesting, because although blogging and social media have taken the world by storm, they haven't even began to make their mark in the way they will revolutionzie business and worldwide communication... I am extremely interested in how they will transform daily lifestyle and business models (especially in entertainment) in the future. These are truly exciting times to be alive.