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DJ Mister Cee Opens Up About His Sexuality In New Public Service Announcement (Video)
September 17, 2013
The controversy surrounding famed NY radio host DJ Mister Cee had less to do with his sexuality than it did with him lying to himself, his family, & his fans. I believe most people will accept you for who you are if you are just honest about it, but you can’t expect the media & fans to leave you alone when you’re a very public figure who has been arrested repeatedly for soliciting male prostitutes in the news. The most powerful thing DJ Mister Cee has done up to this point is this new public service announcement encouraging people to get tested. There are many women who become at risk because guys like DJ Mister Cee choose not to be honest with their significant others in their lives. Many of us understand his reasons for not being forthcoming, but there are literally thousands of people contracting STD’s simply because their partners weren’t honest about their behavior.  At least now we can applaud DJ Mister Cee for being honest with his friends, fans, & supporters & for making the right moves to help save lives & bring about more awareness. FREESTDCHECK.ORG
Young, married women are the fastest-growing group of #HIV positive people http://t.co/vrfgjHbBF4 via @USAIDGH @CherrellRene
— Jay Force (@jayforce) September 16, 2013
Russian Man Flys On An Inflatable Kite Called A ‘Raptor Blaster’ (Video)
September 12, 2013
Incredible footage of some Russian dudes taking water sports to the next level. Hitching an inflatable Sevylor and West Marine brand Raptor Blaster tube to a waverunner, hitting the gas, and ‘flying a kite’ in the funnest way!
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Rich Kidd Gets It Crackin’ In Canada During The Caribana Festival (Video)
September 2, 2013
Ghana-by-way-of-Toronto rapper/producer Rich Kidd goes up to North North America for a work-cation – ending up at Canada’s Caribana parade, but not before doing some studio work with Young Guru, doing some stage time, and visiting The Remix Project (a community center for kids interested in music and film).
But the Kidd finally does get to the festival of fine women, and he gets it in. Chatting, partying… running amok on the streets… horsing around so wild he manages to break his ankle (different spin on “break a leg, Kidd“ to be certain). Now, you might think laughter is the best medicine; but check out the medical ASS-istance Rich Kidd gets instead. Crazy!
PRIORS: RICH KIDD – A VIBE CALLED QUEST FEAT. DENZIL PORTER & LORDQUEST
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Posted in EVENTS, Hip-Hop, Human Interest, Lifestyle, Travel, Videos | Tags: Caribana, Rich Kidd | No Comments »
Nas Talks Hip-Hop’s Presence In Fashion & Culture and Gives His Response To Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Control’ Verse (Video)
August 21, 2013
Check out Nas’ response to Kendrick Lamar…
‘My response is “Wow, I love Hip-Hop right now.’
Miss Info, as an adept interviewer, tries to pull more from Nasir on the current “Control” verse controversy. But Nas is appropriately terse. Answers on that topic, and Hip-Hop’s influence and place in fashion and culture, were pointed and polite. You get the feeling that, toward the end of the clip, Nas is more ready to party than to answer more questions. Let’s go, Miss Info!
Posted in EVENTS, Fashion, Hip-Hop, Lifestyle, Opinion, Radio, Videos | Tags: Control, Control Verse, Kendrick Lamar, Miss Info, Nas, Nas talks with Miss Info about Kendrick Lamars control verse | No Comments »
Jadakiss Speaks On Kendrick Lamar & How Battling Is Good For Hip Hop (Video)
August 20, 2013
“Following suit ain’t always good… When you build a fan base in this game, they like you for what thy like you for. They don’t want me to be Kendrick or do what Kendrick do; and they don’t want Kendrick to do what they like ‘Kiss for…”
– Jadakiss
Jadakiss with jewels for the masses in his interview with DRIVEN on the STASHED TV channel. Jada’s seen a battle or two, so he can speak with authority on how a battle can be good (actually “therapeutic”) for Hip-Hop as long as it stays lyrical. Wow. Another timely piece from another Don from the Golden Era of Hip-Hop. Probably recorded before the Kendrick “Control” dropped; but truth is truth. Check out more video from this interview below….
Posted in Hip-Hop, Lifestyle, Videos | Tags: BATTLE, Driven, Hip-Hop Culture, JADAKISS, Rap Battle, STASHED | No Comments »
Eminem — “Survival” featuring Liz Rodrigues (Prod. By DJ Khalil) [‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’ Version]
August 16, 2013
To be played loudly up to and through the release of the new ‘Call Of Duty: Ghosts’ video game. This is Eminem’s new song “Survival” off the game’s soundtrack. Produced by DJ Khalil. Feature vocals from Liz Rodrigues. This is the version exclusively for the video game. Em will have another version for his own project.
(After the jump: Extended video game trailer for ‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’)
Posted in Hip-Hop, Lifestyle, Music, Product, Technology, Videos | Tags: CALL OF DUTY, Call of Duty: Ghosts, DJ Khalil, Eminem, Ghosts, Liz Rodrigues, Survival | No Comments »
‘Chi Raq’ Documentary Highlights Chicago Death Tolls That Mirror Iraq & Double That Of Afghanistan (Video)
August 15, 2013
“Chi Raq” is a compelling video portrait of life in South and West Chicago by London filmmaker Will Robson-Scott. Shout out to my homie Hustle Simmons who appears in the mini-documentary/video portrait to speak on his own personal loss & offered some positive words about the escalating problem in Chicago.
“For the past decade, Chicago has been enduring a violence epidemic, with a death toll in the thousands and casualties mirroring the losses experienced by the US Army in Iraq war over the same period. Allowing its subjects to take center stage and tell their stories in their own words, Robson-Scottʼs film is unflinchingly honest in its depiction of life on the streets of one of the most dangerous cities in America.”
– Protein TV
Posted in Film, Human Interest, Lifestyle | Tags: Chi Raq, Chicago, Chiraq, death, Gun Violence, Hustle Simmons, iraq, Violent Crime, War, Will Robson-Scott | 5 Comments »
9th Wonder & Young Guru Debate Kendrick’s “Control” Verse (Video)
August 15, 2013
Wooo! 9th Wonder said ‘Kendrick Hall-of-Famed’ them in his verse on Big Sean’s joint we posted, “Control.” Later in their discourse, Young Guru declared that the rhyme will make emcees go to their people and ask, ‘Is this tight enough?’ BEFORE putting rhymes out …like they should always be doing anyway! Watch the clip above. Engaging conversation between two of today’s Hip-Hop heavyweights.
When answering the question, ‘How historical is an emcee’s verse?’ …the way to answer is plain and simple: Who does it get talking?
9th Wonder and Young Guru speaking on it… Score for Kendrick Lamar!
‘…came at y’all n!ggas on the sh!t that y’all complaining hasn’t been in the game… This is LYRICS! What he shot at you was LYRICS!’
– Young Guru
Posted in Hip-Hop, Lifestyle, Opinion, Producers, Videos | Tags: 9th Wonder, Control, Debate, Kendrick Lamar, NODFACTOR, Young Guru | 3 Comments »
Stussy x YO! MTV Raps – “We Were All Watching†(Documentary)
August 14, 2013
The clothier Stüssy produced this two-part documentary to be released with its Stüssy/Yo! MTV Raps collection entitled “We Were All Watching.” Part 1 – ‘The Importance of Yo! MTV Raps’ (watch above) – reviews the history of MTV’s groundbreaking music and video show of the 1990s. Part 2 (see after the jump) – ‘Fashion in the Golden Age of Hip-Hop’ – looks at the trends and styles from that time and how they changed the world. Directed Adam Jay Weissman, the documentary features a parade of Hip-Hop notables including former host Ed lover, Alchemist, Evidence (of Dilated Peoples), DJ Premier, Questlove (of The Roots), MC Lyte, Rakim, Shock G (of Digital Underground) and more.
12 O’Clock Boys (Trailer)
August 14, 2013
“I’ve been on this earth for a decade… and a couple of years. So, what’s that make me? I’m a grown a** man!”
Premiering at SXSW 2013, this is the documentary trailer for “12 O’Clock Boys.” At the core of the story is Pug, a hardened 13 year old, trying to join The Twelve O’Clock Boys, the notorious urban dirt-bike gang in Baltimore (Maryland, USA). The youth gang runs wild in the streets, clashing with police who cannot do not give chase for fear of endangering the public. Pug suddenly loses his older brother and really looks to The Twelve O’Clock Boys as a surrogate family. The “12 O’Clock Boys” documentary is directed by Lotfy Nathan.
Posted in Film, Human Interest, Lifestyle, Videos | Tags: 12 O'Clock Boys, Documentary | 1 Comment »
Nas Gets Invited To ‘Cognac’ To Taste & Create Some Hennessy (Video)
August 13, 2013
I almost didn’t post this video because it’s a borderline advertisement for Hennessy & no one cut us a check or sent us a bottle, but I found this video of Nas traveling to France to meet with the founders of Hennessy to be very interesting. Hip Hop turned 40 years old as of August 11, 1973 so it’s only right to put a toast up.
(More clips after the jump.)
Sean Price at Home Talking Music, Movies, Family, and More (Video)
August 13, 2013
“In here… I’m just… dad… husband… I leave that rap sh!t outside.” – Sean Price
Straight from the Sean Price’s kitchen, J Hart interviews the man who would be champ in the booth, Mic Tyson. Check out this clip from the Big Bang Show as Sean P talks about his “Mic Tyson” album, tours, family, faith, movies, and more. Stay through to the end to get some snippet sneak leaks.
Posted in Album, Hip-Hop, Human Interest, Lifestyle, Videos | Tags: Big Bang Show, J Hart, Mic Tyson, Sean Price | 1 Comment »
Tiger Woods’ PGA Pal Rory McIlroy Has A Nice New Home (Video)
August 12, 2013
Seems like Tiger’s young golf homie Rory Mcllroy moved into a dope brand new house near his crib.
‘PGA TOUR star Rory McIlroy gives an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at his beautiful home in Jupiter, Florida, and shares how music is an intricate part of his life.’
Wow… and Rory said he needs to keep winning to fill his trophy room up. Heard that, sir! Watch the clip.
Posted in Lifestyle, Sports, Videos | Tags: Exclusive look inside Rory McIlroy's home, Golf, PGA, Rory McIlroy | No Comments »
Crate Diggers: Tony Touch (Video)
August 8, 2013
In this episode of Crate Diggers, DJ Tony Touch chats about his early gigs, channeling Afrika Bambaataa for his cover art for “The PieceMaker 3: Return of the 50 MC’s,†and shows off a DEEP archive of alphabetized Hip-Hop, comedy records and more.
Posted in Hip-Hop, Lifestyle, Mixtapes, Producers, Television, Videos | Tags: Crate Diggers, DJ, DJ Culture, DJs, Fuse, Return Of The 50 Mcs, The Piecemaker 3, Tony Touch | No Comments »
Black People Don’t Do: Atheism (Video)
July 15, 2013
From the ancient times, through slavery and the struggle for civil rights, and into modern times… worship and religiosity has been woven into the fabric of Black life worldwide. Has the time come for change in that regard? Does a Black atheist automatically throw away his/her ‘Blackness card’ in choosing to be such? Questions like these are what the National Black Programming Consortium (NBPC) clip above poses… among others.
Posted in Human Interest, Lifestyle, Videos | Tags: agnostic, Atheism, Black People, Black People Don't Do, Religion | No Comments »
VICE: Russian Billionaire Sergey Veremeenko is Russia’s 0.00001% (Video)
July 12, 2013
“We’ve been flying all over this land, and you’re like, ‘Okay. When do we get to Sergey’s place?’ This is Sergey’s place. This entire f#king place is Sergey’s. He owns pretty much the entire north of Russia!” – Ryan Duffy, Vice
Remember the 1% we were supposed to hate on as the Occupy Wall Street movement gained traction? Well, how much hate do you think a country’s .00001% can stir up?
After the collapse of Communism in Russia, as state assets were divvied up and privatized, a few individuals stepped in to take the reins of this entrepreneurial experiment. Rewarded with massive fortunes and fame, they came to be known as “the oligarchs.”
To see how the .00001% lives, we met up with infamous Russian oligarch Sergey Veremeenko and spent quality time hog-hunting and helicopter-joyriding at his private estate outside Moscow.
– Vice
Connections in the country’s steel, mining, and banking industries… and the MOVIE industry… and a fine a$$ 20-something model/actress wife (Sofya Skya, Miss World 2006). Man.
Click play. Let the hating begin.
Posted in Lifestyle, Television, Videos | Tags: HBO, Miss World, russian billionaire, Ryan Duffy, Sergey Veremeenko, Sofya Skya, VICE | No Comments »
Fresh Off The Boat With Eddie Huang: Back in Taiwan (Video)
July 10, 2013
“This is a 5,000 year old culture. The medicine is different. We have a different way of life. And it’s not better. It’s not worse. It’s just what it is.”
– Eddie Huang
For this Fresh Off The Boat (From Vice), Eddie Huang heads back to Taiwan. The 3-parter starts with Eddie exploring metal music in Taiwan scene – face paint, screaming lessons, and furry pink pillows. In Gongguan, there’s diner and debate (on Taiwanese independence) over a home cooked meal with local metal group, CHTHONIC. All this and more. Press play and step off the boat with Eddie.
Posted in Food, Lifestyle, Travel, Videos | Tags: Back in Taiwan, Eddie Huang, Fresh Off The Boat, VICE | No Comments »
She’s A Rare Find. But That Diamond You’re About To Buy Her… Not So Much!
June 14, 2013
‘As soon as you leave the jeweler with a diamond, it loses over 50% of its value.’
– Rohin Dhar, BusinessInsider.com
Fellas, why… why do we do it? With the money we spend convincing your special lady, her friends, and every onlooker (now and in the future) of the eternal love we have for her… with a big shiny rock… an investment in a nice nest egg could be made. Within a few years, you’d both have some real ‘finance for the romance’ down the road. But instead,
That’s right. The ‘grand tradition’ of showing everlasting love with a rare diamond started as a marketing campaign… and the tradition isn’t even a century old! Plus, that ‘rare’ diamond isn’t even all that rare. De Beers holds the diamond supply in check to make it seem that way.
Posted in Business, Fashion, Lifestyle, Opinion | Tags: De Beers, DeBeers, Engagement ring, Why Diamonds are a sham | No Comments »
Madden NFL 25 (Trailer)
June 13, 2013
A Madden game’s release is as big a deal – for EA Sports and for sports video gamer – as any music or movie’s. That said, here’s the Official Madden 25 Trailer (showcasing actual game footage). Coming out on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One this Fall.
Hard To Earn, Too Costly To Learn: How For-Profit Colleges Saddle African-American Students With Staggering Debt
June 13, 2013
President Obama echoes the sentiment of Black people throughout the ages in America: The key to “winning the future†is to get educated. Get educated, get paid, live the American Dream. That’s the path to prosperity right… right?
Well, Kai Wright of Salon.com writes that something isn’t right:
Have we been had, hoodwinked, and bamboozled again? Kai makes a powerful argument. And were he here to speak on it today, Malcolm X might well quip: Plymouth rock landed on us. We climbed from under it. Then they dropped a mountain of debt on top of us!
Several of the top for-profit colleges are run by financiers, not educators. Damn. Now, more than ever, it costs to be poor; and it pays to exploit those striving for more.
Posted in Business, Cover Story, Human Interest, Lifestyle, Opinion | Tags: black, buried in debt, for-profit college, How for-profit colleges prey on African-American ambition, Kai Wright, student debt, targeted at those who can't afford it, Useless degrees are now too-good-to-be-true tickets to the American Dream, Young | No Comments »
