Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Cudderisback
"Man on the Moon Part Two: The Legend of Mr. Rager" drops on September 14th. For all you Virginia followers, despite his Maryjane charges over the summer he'll be back on his A game performing at the Patriot Center September 26th! REV OF EV! Where will you be for the revolution?
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Marcus Troy's Thoughts on "Your Team"
We all know the popular phrase there is no I in Team but as much as a team can help you win they can also help you lose.
I’ve seen people who’ve had the potential to be great, fail because of who they had on their team.
The easiest way for this to happen is when you have people on your team misrepresenting you in public, sometimes this happens without your knowledge. They think they are doing you a favor but in reality they are doing you a disservice. Whether they’re trying to secure deals for you that you would not authorize, committing to things that you wouldn’t approve of or simply just being the wrong person you need speaking on your behalf.
A lot of business deals have gone down the drain because of who was on someone’s team. A lot of my peers won’t do business with someone unless they know exactly who is on a team. When you are young and naïve you might not think about who needs to be on your team, you usually just roll with the people you’ve been around with your whole life. Sometimes you have to switch it up and strategically decide who you want to be around you, especially if you want to be successful.
The latest example I can share with you guys is about this artist who has great potential to make it but his team is hurting him beyond belief without him even knowing it. The guys he hangs around with want him to win so bad that they are aggressively pushing and bombarding everyone with the artists work. People are really starting to get fed up with these tactics so they are starting to hate said artist. The artist never really did any wrong except have a bad team representing him. People always end up hating the product not the sales guy.
A team can be the guys you hang around with, your family members, the people you choose to do business with it or just the people others perceive to be down with you.
Remember that scene in Carlito’s way when Carlito’s nephew was out in the streets misrepresenting by saying how Carlito wanted to get back into the game, but it was not true? Well we all know how that scene ended…
So I suggest you be careful who you have pushing for you, which people you keep in your corner, and who you have representing you in the streets. It can really make the big difference in your life.
-Marcus Troy
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Friday, August 27, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
A Conversation with Wiz Khalifa
During the conversation Wiz talks about connecting with fans, beat selection, "a culmination of shit" being his biggest achievement, and how the one thing he wants to do is have a sesh with Bill Clinton and Montell Williams. He also talks about his influences (Killa Cam, Snoop, etc.) and who he listens to regularly.
"Either I am High & Happy, or, Im asleep" lmao
"Either I am High & Happy, or, Im asleep" lmao
Fresh Kicks
Stars like Pharrell Williams and Swizz Beatz have been sporting Christian Louboutin's Fall/Winter 2010 shoe collection. There was a large amount of buzz during last years debut of their sneaker line. Currently they are leaning towards loafers and boots. Anyone who wears these have a lot of balls. @OGOchoCino has been twit picing his collection for the past couple of weeks, not surprised Christian Louboutin's are on his shoe rack!
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Bored to Death
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Monday, August 23, 2010
Kanye West Profile for VIBE (April 2004)
This is a long read, but gives great insight on who and how Kanye became the way he is and the ways he thinks. Kanye always gets me thinking...
LINK : Read Me
LINK : Read Me
Jay-Z Keeps His Tour Hustle Going, Will Join U2 In Australia
The promoter giant’s newly formed Australian affiliate is behind the upcoming U2 360 tour, which will take a detour down under in November. Rapper Jay-Z will join the party as a special guest.
U2’s 360 tour will pull in to Auckland’s Mount Smart Stadium on Nov. 25, then move on to open-air venues in
Sunday, August 22, 2010
KanYe West Presents G.O.O.D. Fridays: Will Drop A New Song Every Week
G.O.O.D shit..Kanye seems HUNGRY
old school
"...Honestly, I don't know how much longer I have in this game. I'm always going to love hip-hop. But how much longer am I going to still do it? I couldn't give you an answer. But the day that this is not better than the last will probably be the day I stop...I do love it so much. But even if I was rapping at 50 [years old], I don't now if I would put it out. I know it always makes me feel better to lay things to tape, and--'Lay the tape.' See, I'm old school. The fans might say the sh*t is garbage. You don't know how long people are going to want you around...Realistically, if I don't rap, what the f*ck am I going to do? It's too late to be unfamous at this point."
- Marshall Mathers
Saturday, August 21, 2010
For The Love of The Game
Kevin Durant, D.Wade, Melo, MJ, Chris Paul aka CP3, and more
For The Love of The Game from Nice Kicks on Vimeo.
For The Love of The Game from Nice Kicks on Vimeo.
if you're not really here, i don't want to be either
shawn chrystopher has been on my radar for a while. if you enjoy jamming to Wale's "Back N Gold" listen to shawn's slowed down version "Not Really Here" that dropped in 2009.
also, download his new single "Catch Me If You Can"
"she said she loves my mind, i said i love her brain, but somehow i don't think we said the same thing!"
going a little more mainstream, i think he has a chance in this industry.
3OH!3 – DOUBLE VISION [REMIX] (FT. WIZ KHALIFA)
Bonus:
DIGGY – OH YEAH! (FT. PHARRELL & LUPE FIASCO)
DIGGY – OH YEAH! (FT. PHARRELL & LUPE FIASCO)
Friday, August 20, 2010
DJ Scoob Doo “Entourage” DVD (Trailer)
I remember a long ways back with Scoob Doo Hosted a RedMan Mixtape.
Drake VMA Promo Commercial
"Honestly, this is better than most music videos. Drake dons his Sunday best in a promo spot for the MTV VMAs. See if Drizzy wins “Best Male” and “Best Hip-Hop” video September 12th."
Thursday, August 19, 2010
JetBlue Brings Back Its Fly Anywhere for a Month Deal
JetBlue brings back its "All You Can Jet" program:
Enjoy unlimited travel from September 7 to October 6, 2010 with our All You Can Jet Pass, now with two great options! Use your AYCJ Pass for business, for pleasure, to visit your favorite cities or to meet with a client. You might as well just do it all. With more than 60 cities to choose from, and for just $699* for the AYCJ-7 and $499* for the AYCJ-5, it's a deal you can't pass up.
LOL – DWYANE WADE BLOCKING THE SH*T OUT OF SHOTS FROM KIDS
ON THE COURT IN NYC’S RUCKER PARK
RedsArmy.com: Dwyane Wade blocking childrens' shots from John Karalis on Vimeo.
RedsArmy.com: Dwyane Wade blocking childrens' shots from John Karalis on Vimeo.
John Legend & The Roots ft. Common & Melanie Fiona – Wake Up Everybody
Musical powerhouses John Legend & The Roots are presenting fans with a fiery new offering, Wake Up! The upcoming CD, being released by Sony Music on September 21, 2010, will feature soulful music from the 60’s and 70’s all with an underlying theme of awareness, engagement and consciousness— effectively telling listeners to Wake Up!
After being inspired by the recent historical Presidential election campaign of 2008, the R&B singer Legend and hip-hop band The Roots felt a need to enter the action. What started as plans for a single quickly developed into a passionate album representing change, hope and activism— not only referencing one particular moment in time, but on a larger scale, holding true no matter what the political climate may be.
THE CD IS SET FOR RELEASE ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2010
I see many Grammy's coming for this ish
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Kevin Cossom...Next to blow?
Just found out that dude reps Orlando... Drake cosigned Cossom way back when...Thought I would peep some of his other stuff. Ya dug?
https://twitter.com/kevincossom
https://twitter.com/kevincossom
Summer
I just got back from a quick trip up to see my people in Northern Virginia. Saw a lot of friends and family. Peeped Georgetown for the 1st time and must say I dig the whole Georgetown seen. Shout out to Alex G ( @ALZGordon ) Who held it down with me and kicked some knowledge my way on our night out, much love to her. She also is going to be posting here time to time which is also a plus to be blessed with her view of the future. Im out Yurrpppppp!
Bonus:
-Mixtape
Kanye West Presents : G.O.O.D Ass Mixtape (New tracks from Kanye West, Kid Cudi, Common, Mr. Hudson, John Legend ect)
Lil Wayne "I Told Yall" (This dropped awhile back, However this is untagged, FREE WEEZY)
The Ting Tings "Hands" (new artist on Jay-z's RocNation)
(this some Club/Female Music)
Videos:
A Little Trip through Berlin (Video)
Travis Barker "Solo" Album; a collaboration worth listening to
It has been said that Travis will come out with an album this fall, most likely September if we're lucky. I am looking forward to see him shine and to broaden his music ability. As well as drumming on the album, he will also produce all of the tracks. The most exciting part of these rumors are the star-studded line up he has working with him on this album. Some of the participants are Eminem, Lil Wayne, Drake, T.I., Game, Pharrell, Snoop Dogg, Lupe Fiasco, Bun B, Rick Ross, Clipse, the list goes on. He wants to make a music video highlighting each and every artist & their specific track.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
J. Cole - It Won't Be Long
It won’t be long until LeBron James‘ favorite new artist releases his debut. But until that happens, here’s a self-produced record, which appears on Lime Lights Exclusives’ new mixtape.e
Forbes List The 2010 Hip-Hop Cash Kings (Jay-Z Remains King Of Kings)
Jay-Z pulled in $63 million over the past 12 months, earning him his second straight hip-hop cash crown. His income level places him in the 35% tax bracket, which means he’ll pay Uncle Sam about $22 million this year–a sum greater than the total earnings of any other rap star besides second-ranked Diddy.
1. Jay-Z – $63 Million (Crazy thing is Beyonce makes even more with 87 million)
2. Diddy – $30 Million (Take that, thake that)
3. Akon – $21 Million (Lady Gaga money must be looking nicccceee)
4. Lil Wayne – $20 Million (Don’t let Carter 3 producers see this)
5. Dr. Dre – $17 Million (Beats By Dre money?)
6. Ludacris – $16 Million (Theater of the Mind and Battles of the Sexes did their thing)
7. Snoop Dogg – $15 Million (how in the hell?)
8. Timbaland – $14 Million
9. Pharrell – $13 Million
10. Kanye West – $12 Million
11. Drake – $9 Million
11. T.I. – $ 9 Million
12. Swizz Beatz – $9 Million
14. Eminem – $8 Million (Recovery money will be counted next year)
14.50 Cent – $8 Million
14. Young Jeezy – $8 Million
17. Common – $7 Million
18. Soulja Boy – $7 Million
18. T-Pain – $7 Million
20. Lil Jon – $5 Million
20. Gucci Mane – $5 Million (Burrrrrrrr)
20. Rick Ross – $5 Million
via Forbes
Monday, August 16, 2010
Lil Wayne on Tim Westwood TV Ep. 3 + J.Cole Performance this weekend
Bonus: J.Cole Performance on the RoofTop in Michigan
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Saturday, August 14, 2010
A Floating Pool In New York
+ Pool is an initiative by a group of architects and designers to build a floating pool in the rivers of New York City… and they need your help. The project was launched with the ambition to improve the use of the city’s natural resources by providing a clean and safe way for the public to swim in New York’s waters. This site is the culmination of Concept Design for + Pool and they are looking to build a team of interested organizations and professionals to continue the development of the project into a buildable proposal.
Their next step is to partner with local cultural, developmental and environmental groups to raise public and private interest, identify civic potential and approach the municipality, while working with engineers, planners and specialists to refine the social and ecological performance of + Pool.
Their next step is to partner with local cultural, developmental and environmental groups to raise public and private interest, identify civic potential and approach the municipality, while working with engineers, planners and specialists to refine the social and ecological performance of + Pool.
Friday, August 13, 2010
"Many great things come from the H-Town Sneaker Summit when such a large and diverse group of people collide with one common interest, sneakers. The latest of which happens to be when one of this seasons special guests, Nick Diamond of Diamond Supply Co. bumped heads with the Summer ’10 event flyer model MC Barao. Intrigued by MC’s tee shirt cutting skills Nick gave her an unreleased sample of his upcoming ‘Cool To Be Me’ tee and asked her to see what she could do with it. The attached photos are the outcome. Be on the look out for the new Diamond Supply Co. ‘Cool To Be Me’ tee to drop in it’s entirety in the Spring of 2011, but in the meantime you can see more of MC Barao at www.mcbarao.com.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
BASE JUMPING AT DEAN'S BLUE HOLE
Freediver Guillaume Nery must have super-human strength. Try to hold your breathe during this video.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Jay-Z’s All Black Everything Air Force 1 [Picture]
Inspired by the World Basketball Festival, Jay and Nike introduce the Air Force One All Black Everything collection. This is one of the five designs created to represent each of the participating countries and only two pairs of each design have been made. While a pair goes to Hov and the other pair will be auctioned tomorrow on eBay to help benefit the Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation.
More pics here.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Tuesday Comedy: Jamie Foxx
This cat has me dying!
Jamie is a straight threat in the Entertainment Industry
Jamie is a straight threat in the Entertainment Industry
This is off Food & Liquor, Part II: The Great American Rap Album. Dropping soon. I guess Atlantic Records decided to push for a Lupe album this forth Quarter or early 2011.
I usually would not post Snippet's but this is Lupe
HERE
I usually would not post Snippet's but this is Lupe
HERE
Monday, August 9, 2010
Talib Kweli & Hi-Tek Talk Early Years Of Kanye’s Career
Hard Knock Tv’s Devi Dev and Nick Huff Barili talk to Talib Kweli and Hi-Tek talk about the early years of Kanye West’s career. From Kanye opening up for Kweli to labels not wanting to sign him as a rapper. Kweli says that people didn’t see Kanye’s vision as an artist and just wanted his beats. Kweli says that he knewThe College Dropout was a classic when he first heard it. Hi-Tek adds that Kanye is a genius in the same way that Dr Dre is.
Young Jeezy-"Death Before Dishonor (BMF Freestyle)
You already know Jeezy one of the illest doing it.
'Entourage' Ending In 2011, Movie Possible
HBO series "Entourage" will go off the air in 2011.
The network said during the Television Critics' Association press tour Saturday that "next summer will definitely be the final season" of "Entourage."
The show's eighth and final season is expected to be an abbreviated one, possibly even just six episodes long.
But it may not be the end of the series; like prior HBO hit series "Sex and the City," "Entourage" may be heading for the big screen.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Raheem DeVaughn - Woman
Just had a real ass converstation with the women that gave birth to me. Thought I show some love to the DMV by posting this. Tamblyn I see you!
DMV stand up
DC stand up
VA stand up
DMV stand up
DC stand up
VA stand up
Movie of the Week: 7 Pounds (2008)
One of the best movies of 2008, Will Smith plays yet another award nominating character in 7 Pounds.
I will try to find a working link. This seems like an independent film. This movie is pretty deep. Find a lady today and watch it with her.
Seven Pounds is a 2008 film, directed by Gabriele Muccino. Will Smith stars as a man who sets out to change the lives of seven people.Rosario Dawson, Woody Harrelson, and Barry Pepper star. The film was released in theaters in the United States and Canada on December 19, 2008, by Columbia Pictures. Despite generally negative reviews from critics, the film was well perceived by audiences[1] and a box office success, grossing $168,167,691 worldwide, three times its $55 million dollar production budget.
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