When The Money Goes...

Mr. Hova himself appears in a video that he only did the hook in!?

If you heard this song when it was first leaked, you wouldn't be surprised that Jay is in the video. (*Shall I Break It Down!?) I'mma break it down... This song was one of the earlier leaked songs from BP3 in the first quarter of this year. In June, I heard the remix of this song, which was Then FEATURING Fabolous, who dropped a nice verse. But NOW, the song has become Fabolous', featuring Hov... interestiiing. That's one thing we are strangely kept in the dark about as fans. We listen to songs, and automatically assume that these are original cuts from our favorite artists. But that's quite on the contrary! The music industry is very political, and these songs are passed from artist to artist, and some have been completely duplicated. (*For example: Sterling Simms wrote, and recorded a hand-full of BANGERZ last year. THEN, Lloyd [a more well known artist] needs songs to finish "Lessons in Love", next thing you know, all those cuts were re-recorded the EXACT same way Sterling Simms cut them. So, most people have still Yet to know WHO STERLING SIMMS IS... "The Future!")
With that said, back to the video... I am not a fan of rap videos. They're copy-n-pasted concepts the have been recycled for more than a decade now. BUT, with the Hova cameo, and the simple, yet Real concept to this video... I dig it. One day you're "Living The Life", but if your foundation is soft and white, the Feds WILL come and chop that shit up and make you disappear!

Where The Wild Things Are (**in the Great State of TEXAS)

My personal opinion of this movie before seeing the trailer, "...why are the hipsters so excited about this?? it WAS a great book, but... why are the 'Cool Kids' all excited? seems like a gimick!"
With that said, I saw the "Making of: 'Where The Wild Things Are'", and I ALREADY know, this movie is going to be great. I guarantee, if you love GOOD movies, you will LOVE this movie.
I consider GOOD movies to be the ones that are different. Watching the same ol thing with a new title, but the same premise is BORING. This movie with not be boring. It's more than a movie. It pushes the limits on what is a "children's movie." Its a creation. It IS motion art.

I'm Listening To...

THE GREATEST TO DO IT

Cam'ron - Horror Story • C-

The Dream - Hit On The Road • C

Diz Gibran - Truly Yours • B-

Novel - Put It On • B

Trey Songz - It Would Be • B-

Mos Def - Pretty Dancer - B

She & Him - Take It Back • C

Trey Songz - Upstairs • B

Nas - Film • ?

Max B - Never Wanna Go Back • ?

Vampire Weekend - Ottoman • ?

Bow Wow - So You Mad • ?

Black Moth Super Rainbow - Born On A Day The Sun Didn't Rise • ?

Alexi Wasser's - IMBOYCRAZY.com

Singer. Actress. Journalist. Blogger.
Anomolous Babe...

This "Boy Crazy", young lady, recently posted a piece on her blog based on what type of dude she WOULD be... ya know... if she had a "d.i.c.k." Possibly inspired by the lack of romantic efforts put forth by guys now-n-days. Topics such as these amplify my curiosity, because hetero cat's, like myself, seriously think about, and debate what attracts different women. A person can easily describe their dream (person) by ideally illustrating how they would be if they were the opposite sex.
From a far glance, Alexi Wasser seems like an unparalleled, out of the box type of beauty. While reading about her "dream guy", i took notes and found some things funny and some things informing. Here are a some of my favorite parts, but I suggest going and reading the entire post (LINK).

"If I were a dude, I’d be doing all kinds of shit to impress the girlies. Little stuff that’s super easy for me to do, but goes a long way with girls - cuz dudes just aren’t very romantic nowadays. i would dress to impress all the time but make sure there was no way i could ever, even for a second, be mistaken as gay. i would wear a slim fit tux WHENEVER necessary. i would wear suits everyday. i would always bring my dates flowers or even just a SINGLE flower. ANYTHING to look as though i added that extra bit of pizaz, cuz it’s so easy to do, and in reality requires no effort- and yet it is a gesture that goes a long way. i would pick the girl up, make sure she got inside safely before driving off. (but that bitch BETTER know the lean over ‘door trick’ or she’s dead to me!) [LOL!]i would open the door for her, pay for our dates (but secretly want her to offer to pay, just to gauge what kind of person she is). i would ONLY let her pay on my birthday and surprise me with little prezzies and the occasional grocery list item though. [EXATLY]. i would drive a hybrid or a range rover. maybe both, just to be confusing. i would go to the doctor and take care of myself. i wouldn’t have roommates, because i would want the place to myself so i could fuck whatever girl i wanted, whenever i wanted to, however i wanted! and because real men don’t have roommates."

Pay Attention 2 This Ad or It'll Beat This Woman...

This bus stop ad, recently erected in Hamburg, Germany, changes whether or not someone's looking at it. Using a built-in camera with eye-tracking technology, it can tell exactly when someone is checking it out.

It uses this to get across an anti-domestic abuse message. When no one is looking, it shows a man hitting his wife. But when you look right at it, it changes to a picture of the couple looking happy and normal. A cool piece of tech used to powerful effect.

Info Via: Jalopnik

Rest In Beats presents: Pharrell's Steps 2 Success

"Wise words from a decent man..."

"Black Mamba's" Tote

This isn't really a Black Mamba tote. If you don't know who "Black Mamba" is, I suggest you look over Kill Bill one more time.

The tote is an Empire 33 original (Top row: Custer / Bottom row: Musashi). They have been crafted from high quality Italian leather. The handle is an American civil war sword handle or a Japanese katana sword handle and is made of hardwood with steel and handcrafted brass fittings.

The man behind Empire 33, is Marjon Petrovski who hales from Southwestern Sydney. That's right folks! He's a young Aussie designer literally being inspired by his dreams. And while attending the Fashion Design Studio in Sydney, he fell in love with fine leathers, and high quality products. You can't go wrong with quality.

I Need This Giant Condom....... pillow

"...do you have a condom?"

"DO I!"

There is No-Way you can beat around the bush when you lay her head on the silk screened Lifestyle condom pillow. It speaks volumes about your standards, without saying a word. It also has a hidden pocket on the side for your erotic accommodations. Not only do they have 131 items for your condom convenience (key chains, holders, etc.), they have other fashionable yet effective fertility awareness methods for the babes. The Menstrual Bead Necklace, but they empower you to become more in touch with your body and your cycle by counting the beads to keep track.

The pillow can be copped at Etsy for $80

tAz Arnold: An Artist or A Piece of Work?

“My job is to destroy people with creativity and style, which actually doesn’t destroy but inspires them." -tAz!

Born and raised in South Central L.A. Along with being a father of two. Taz is the master of his existence and center of the universe. "This shit is about to get way dope and super excellenced out!" Currently on some renaissant man type shit, and attempting to turn this wack ass music industry, and this stale ass fashion shit on its ass with his supreme dopeness! He is a musician (one-third of Sa-Ra's "creative partners."), philosopher and fashion designer for such brands as MCM, and Kanye's Pastelle (The first Pastelle Clothing store will open up late 2009 in Chicago — followed by the New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco launch.), and Head of ti$a (his own intimate brand). Recently featured in YRB magazine for being... Fly. I would Highly suggest you read up on this fella. You don't want to be left behind, because I believe he will have something to do with your future.

Louis V's "Ruck-sacks" coming soon

Louis Vuitton unveiled new bags from their upcoming Spring/Summer 2010 Collection

The line includes: messenger bag, duffel, and ruck-sacks (I've heard that the use of "ruck-sack" is more common in Britain." Here at home... we just say "backpack" =)) The French luxury new bags features new silhouettes with new colors and innovative materials (rugged nylon and neoprene material, including a premium ostrich leather), but keeping the classic look. The entire look is messenger bike boy inspired *hints: the clean, sleek lines for the idea of an aerodynamic design.

VISVIM (say that 3x's fast...)

In era of massification, cost-cutting and chaotic branding, Visvim sticks out... about as awkwardly as it’s pronounced.

Visvim is one of those Japanese labels you hear about from time to time, usually in the context of superior handmade footwear, but is now moving towards apparel. The label was started by Hiroki Nakamura as a response to mass produced footwear from the likes of Adidas and Nike. No dis on the accomplishments of those giants! But it's as if he recognizes the demand for products that offer the exact opposite of what these brands provide. There's a very 'non-commercial' approach to his game. Like the unhurried and meticulous approach to his line.

HIT UP COLETTE TO VIEW THE REST OF THE SPRING/SUMMER 09 LINE

Artillery For Pleasure

Keith Hopewell [Part2ism]: native from the UK. An aerosol O.G. forever transforming the boundaries of contemporary street art. Creator of the dauntingly large scale wall series [Tamara], naked babe with the gas mask ^above^ on a golden yellow emulsion, I'm sure grabbed the attention of alot of people. These street productions are hand painted using regular car spray paint.
Keith’s work challenges the perception and conception within a modern consumerist society often using religious and military imagery. The red and blue 3D lenses represent the need to see with a greater clarity and enhanced perspective. “My work is a critique of commodity as a religion and how religion and money are the principal conspirators of war”. The built up textures from the application of car spray paint are reminiscent of old black and white grained film. They say you can visually feel and smell it which enhances the sensual tones of his nude figures. The exhibition 'Artillery For Pleasure' featured large scale monochrome photo realist paintings.

"To be a Renegade in a rebellious culture that’s already divided by it’s own rules, traditions and internal politics is probably the biggest battle I’ll ever fight. it’s a war on all fronts because you’ve got the media & the masses that generally don’t know the real history of this art, never mind it’s fractions, derivatives and their internal aesthetics. People are fighting for acceptance on a huge number of levels from so many divisions just to produce art and then be labeled under one category that barely scratches the surface. Whatever it is that I create, it has to remain ambiguous to have any form of impact in this saturated world, that is quickly becoming desensitized to one of the most powerful art form’s of its time".

Dat New New!! "Thanks pa-pa!"

<DOWNLOAD>

Radiohead - Reckoner • B+

Big Sean - Good Sh.. • B

Young Problemz - BOI (RMX) • C

Raheem Devaughn - Wanna Love You • C+

Ginuwine - Last Chance • B-

The Lings - Stay Jealous • B+

Gordon Lightfoot - Beautiful • B+

Santigold x Young Jeezy - You'll Go Crazy (Blend) • C

Trey Songz - L.O.L. (*Smiley Face) • B-

Kid Cudi - Mr. Solo Dolo • (n/a)

The Lings - June • B+

CurT@!n$ - Watch for the Sirens • B

EA Sports Present: FN4

COME GET SOME!!!

Finally! I have been praying for June 25th for a long time, and we only have two more weeks. AND!!! MIKE TYSON WILL BE JOINING US! One question... Where's Money Mayweather? Doesn't matter. I will be handing out beatings in plural using the long awaited TYSON. LET'S GO!!!

Air Max 90's: The FORNICATORS

In yet another first for the world’s premier athletic footwear manufacturer, Nike announced Tuesday the nationwide launch of the Air Fornicator, a lightweight copulating shoe designed to maximize sexual performance. According to a Nike press release, the Air Fornicator’s cutting-edge support system creates maximum foot stability, which in turn improves coital alignment, increases clitoral stimulation, and deepens penetration. The revolutionary mid-sole component reportedly works to adapt to the user’s pelvic motions and cushions the overall shock of repetitive grinding.
Retailing for $175, the Air Fornicator will be available in high-tops and low-tops and in a variety of passion-inducing colorways.

Info Via: Sneaker Me Stupid

Ca$hmere - F/W 09

Chic.Awesome.$exy.Hot.Money.Edgy.RocknRoll.Exclusive

CA$HMERE is a collectible collaboration between designer John Scher and an ever changing roster of artists whom create exclusive graphics for the line. Ca$hmere's 2009 Fall/Winter Line took a new look in their campaigns as they referenced their pieces with familiar cartoon images calling it EMPERIALISTIC. The use of mix media, to me, shows originality.

MAESTRO KNOWS... Gourmet

Maestro and MJ as they takeover Gourmet's LA office for the day.
MJ gets schooled in groceries with Jon, hits the batting cages with Lucci and visit the spa with Greg!

7 carat digital joint!?
OOOUCH. That's Nasty!!

"... fa real B?"

A Palm Beach County woman told police she crashed her car into her boyfriend's truck to prevent him from driving drunk.
IF THAT WASN'T STUPID ENOUGH, she did this while her two children, ages 7 and ONE, were "safely" strapped in the backseat... She found him sitting in his truck in a Winn-Dixie (HAHAHAHA!!) parking lot. That's when authorities say Alvarez pulled up to the truck and rammed it. Alvarez was charged with aggravated battery and two counts of child abuse.

Swine Flu Vs. the flu...

All this "swine-flu" chaos has been bugging me. After finding out, "What IS the Swine Flu?", I still had questions that needed to be answered. There had been no confirmed deaths in the United States related to swine flu as of Tuesday afternoon. But another virus had killed thousands of people since January and is expected to keep killing hundreds of people every week for the rest of the year. People are nervous about swine flu, but the regular flu kills 36,000 people a year in the United States. Soooo, why are schools closing down, and hand sanitizer selling out?! It didn't take very much research to realize, the media is blowing this whole thing wa---y out of proportion.
An outbreak of swine flu that is suspected in more than 150 deaths in Mexico and has sickened dozens of people in the United States and elsewhere has grabbed the attention of the public and of medical officials worried the strain will continue to mutate and spread. Experts are nervous that, as a new strain, the swine flu will be harder to stop because there aren't any vaccines to fight it. But even if there are swine-flu deaths outside Mexico (and medical experts say there very well may be) the virus would have a long way to go to match the roughly 36,000 deaths that seasonal influenza causes in the United States each year.
So Chi----ll!! You're more likely to die from getting your Flu shot, than you are from the Swine-flu. (That is a fact.)

CASSIE NAKED!!!

•I BET IF YOU CLICK THE PICTURE IT WON'T BE BLURRED•

"It seems that someone has hacked into my computer...that's real foul and evil... Now stop acting like you haven't seen a titty before." THAT'S ALL YOU HAVE TO SAY ABOUT IT CASSIE?! Either she knows how happy this just made sooo many young men (sheeit, old men too) of America, or something else is going on here. She just shaved her head, and now she has her tittys out... Be FaReal.

Off The Grid

"Show Support For YOUR Artists Who Support OUR City!"

MAESTRO KNOWS: San Fransisco

Honestly, what would you rather do, than go to San Fransisco to eat, shop, and chill!? THEY HAVE SOME OF THE BEST OF ALL THREE! WHAT ELSE DO YOU WANT?!

HOLLYWOOD ARISTOCRATS...

ALIFE is hosting a screening for Levi Maestro, a Los Angeles creative who has directed and produced content for several major corporate brands such as Moet Chandon Hennessy, Nike and New Era Caps, and also musicians and artists. OBVIOUSLY Maestro is becoming a more known cat about town with this online show.

This screening of Maestro Knows was held at ALIFE Hollywood, yesterday. Maestro Knows is Maestro’s online show which showcases his work experiences and relationships with other creatives. For this event, DJ King Solom on IRAK NYC was spinning, there was also amazing Alife giveaways.