Stimulate the Economy: Bose Headphones
Do yourself and your music a favor. Ditch the default pods and grab yourself some Bose Headphones. I was gifted a pair from my fam in New Jeruz and there’s been no turning back. Weslex left his noise cancelling joints while visiting for the weekend. He had to apply to some serious pressure to get them back. There are a few to choose from. Make a trip to your nearest store. Crank it up and pick the ones that are the best fit for you and your wallet.
Upgrade… Robocop that!
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Artist of the Week: Jean-Michel Basquiat
Jean-Michel Basquiat (December 22, 1960, Brooklyn – August 12, 1988, New York, New York) was an American born artist. Basquiat gained popularity, first as a graffiti artist in New York City, and then as a prolific 80s era Neo-expressionist artist. Basquiat’s paintings continue to influence modern day artists and command high prices.
The Game – L.A.X.
L.A.X. (Life and Times) is the upcoming, third studio album by rapper The Game, set for release on August 26, 2008.
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Hip-Hop’s Cash Kings 2008
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It’s been some year for Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter. In the past 12 months, the Brooklyn, N.Y.-born hip-hop demigod released a platinum album, signed a 10-year, $150 million deal with concert promoter Live Nation and tied the knot with longtime girlfriend Beyoncé Knowles. Quite a record. But only good enough for a silver medal.
Weekend Recap: Go Dumb/Julie et Marc
On our road trip steez this weekend
Wine country with a stop in San Fran on the way
Was warned nothing to look at along the 5, but there’s really nothing to look at on the 5
Not easy to learn how to use a camera in the car
Why is it so hard to maintain a constant temp in the whip?
A Bra is in the backseat drying
San Fran has a dope vibe. I think I’m a fan
This fog is ridiculous
MMMmmmm… Malbec
I actually enjoy weddings
My cam is still confusing me
Maldo is a beast behind the wheel
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Sports Sound Off: You Ready For Some Football! – AFC Edition
Let’s cut to the chase because I’m on vacation in the Tar Heel State (North Carolina). I’m repping Petie Pablo
In the AFC (American Football Conference), the division winners are…
Stimulate the Economy – Air Jordan Countdown Pack V & XVIII
Jordan Brand drops another classic joint along with another brick. I knew they were in the pipeline, but when the promo flicks leak it’s almost like seeing them for the first time. The V’s are looking dope. I’m still holding out for the III/XX pack. There’s no room for these big ass boxes.
Go Robocop that Saturday, August 23rd
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Video: Sir Mix-A-Lot – Posse On Broadway
The most randow songs pop in my head in the morning. Roll out of bed… Random joint on blast in my brain.
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Video: Masta Ace – Sittin On Chrome
I woke up with this in my head. This joint goes too hard!
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Jay-Z – Jockin’ Jay Z
He’s baaaaaack…
Kanye is rumored to be producing most, if not all, of the album. Remember back in the day when an artist would do a whole album with one producer for cohesiveness? Think classic Snoop or Jeru with Primo… and fast forward it to 2008.
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Santogold & Diplo – Top Ranking: A Diplo Dub
Mad Decent’s steez has been based in multiculturalism. Podcasts, including DJ Sega / Boy 8-Bit’s mashing of genres, to Diplo’s ability to take dub step, B-More, Hyphy, Crunk, Favela, Baile funk, French house, (insert your favorite dance genre here) and make it both street and club friendly, Mad Decent has been a fantastic conduit for music lovers. Diplo’s live shows and Mixtapes have been incredible for making the artists he selects shine. This CD is no exception. Santogold already has a legacy of her own, but Diplo manages to not only build up her sound but contextualize it through 30 years of music, ranging from reggae to 80s pop to grime.
If anything, that’s what makes this mix so special and so different from Piracy Funds Terrorism (his mix with MIA). This disc is not introducing a new artist but providing a different landscape with which to listen to her music. Inclusions such as the Clash, B-52s, and Barrington Levy may seem diverse, yet with the dubbed out Diplo backdrop, they fit perfectly into the Santogold aesthetic. A tribal-esque remix by Radioclit of “Get it Up” and XXXChange’s remix of “Les Artistes”, both spectacular in their own rights, stand taller when surrounded by the classics of Desmond Dekker, Nora Dean, and Devo.
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Stimulate the Economy: G-Shock 2008 Fall/Winter Crazy Colors Collection
Dope Dope Dope…
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Muxtape Monday VI – Office Space
A few joints in heavy rotation on the work computer. Helps me get through those dragging days
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Artist of the Week – NECKFACE
Neck Face whispers urban myths and dark secrets in curious places, lost in the public gaze of a hophead city. If you know the vernacular of the streets, this mysterious vandal’s graffiti has most likely caught your eye, as he is the most prolific and idiosyncratic street artist working today. Born north of San Francisco and fed on a dialect so Mexican it could cannibalize your soul like a psychic taco, Neck Face currently lives in New York City.
The Adventures of… Mike The Great – Xango Makes It’s Way to Ohio
When Family and friends come together for an event you could feel the unity and love that allows you to sit down and help each other see the vision of success and achieve goals unimaginable.
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Comic Actor Bernie Mac dies
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Bernie Mac, the Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actor and comedian who worked his way to Hollywood success from an impoverished upbringing on Chicago’s South Side, died Saturday at age 50. (more…)
The Adventures of… MTG – “Gimme the loot!” (c) M.O.P.
PROPS fam “Mike the Great” found himself on the opposite end of a bank job yesterday at the 9-5.
“Give me 25 100 hundred dollar bills I have a gun…” (c) Bank Robber.
Looks like he gave up the goods quicker than Kobe’s date did in Colorado”
Where’s that little silent alarm button under the desk? I always wondered if cats were really robbing banks. All these movies about it and I never heard first hand until MTG broke it down to me.
All jokes aside I’m glad my dude is okay.
Keeping it rolling…
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Quote of the Day
“If you want to reach a state of bliss, then go beyond your ego and the internal dialogue. Make a decision to relinquish the need to control, the need to be approved, and the need to judge. Those are the three things the ego is doing all the time. It’s very important to be aware of them every time they come up.” (c) Deepak Chopra