Behind the Scenes of Emilio Spark's Mixtape Cover Shoot

While walking into the infamous Mike Shane's aura last night, i automatically knew it was for something special. Thursday the 30th of July would be the date and time for the anticipated cover shoot for Emilio Spark's "CHICKS KICKS AND PORNO FLICKS." With good friends a couple of brews and great skills the shoot was underway. Joe worked on the makeup/hair with his assistant who quite honestly could've been in the shoot herself. Mike Shane and me got underway setting up the room and lights. Emilio sat with Kazeem of Source Magazine bouncing networking ideas off each-other for future times. Laura sat patiently in the madness cool calm and collected. This was gonna be a fun time. Mike Shane who is very talented and creates art using the surroundings in the shoot was in full effect using his magic. It was a great night with great people and talent filling that one studio. Check out some behind the scenes sneak peaks below.

Kanye Lashes Back at Statement He Say's He Did Not Make

I WAS JUST LISTENING TO WENDY WILLIAMS AND HEARD SOME QUOTE ABOUT ME SAYING I’M THE NEW KING OF POP. NOT ONLY DID I NOT SAY THAT, I HAVEN’T SAID ANYTHING. IT MAKES ME FEEL BAD THAT OBVIOUSLY I MADE PEOPLE FEEL THAT I WOULD BE CORNY ENOUGH TO SAY SOMETHING SO WHACK AFTER THE PASSING OF AN IDOL, A LEGEND AND MORE THAN THAT A HUMAN BEING WITH FEELINGS AND FAMILY. IT SCARES ME TO THINK WHAT PEOPLE WILL BELIEVE, WITHOUT EVEN A SOURCE. ANY RANDOM PERSON CAN TYPE SOMETHING ON THE INTERNET AND THEN THE WORLD BELIEVES IT. I DON’T TALK TO PRESS OR DO TV OR DO PROMOTIONS OF ANY SORT. I’VE STOPPED CHASING AND BUYING INTO FAME. FAME IS LIKE CIGARETTES WITH NO SURGEON GENERAL WARNING. IT DESTROYS MOST PEOPLE AS IT DID TO THE TRUE AND ONLY KING OF POP. WE EXPLOIT OURSELVES AND EAT OUR OWN EGOS ‘TILL THERE IS NOTHING LEFT. I HAVE A FEELING THAT THIS WON’T BE THE LAST FALSE STATEMENT WITH MY NAME ON IT, BUT THIS WILL BE THE LAST TIME I DEFEND MYSELF. I’M DONE. - Kanye West (Via Jenthepen.com)

In Case You Missed This: Kanye West Live From The Chicago Theater

Kanye’s performance at the Chicago Theatre that aired tonight. Above is Flashing Lights, Through The Wire, Put On & Hey Mama. And after the jump is Jesus Walks, Heartless, Pinocchio Story & Touch the Sky. Good music for a good cause. This is something to replay a few times enjoy and stay tuned

"Where The Wild Things Are," (Featurette)

“Where The Wild Things Are”, based on the book of Maurice Sendak, they have now released a nice Featurette. The short video features both Jonze and Sendak speaking about the movie. It is very impressive seeing Maurice Sendak compliment Spike Jonze on the movie and even saying that it enhances his book. Many times the movie damages the thought and idea behind the book. Anyways, just check it out and get ready for the movie release this Fall.

TRAVIS BARKER GOES IN!

Nike SB - Today Was a Good Day - P. Rod & Ice Cube

The uncle of gangster rap, meets the grandson of skateboarding. Together makes a successful NIKE SB commercial. Check it out.

U N I - Land of the kings (Video)

One of my favorite tracks of 2009, with a group keeping hip -hop real. The track is just a powerful blend of things radio music is missing. But that doesn't mean U-N-I isn't worthy of some dial time. Their upcoming and a strong presence in music already. Look out for more of them and don't say I told you so!

Tim Burton's : Alice In Wonderland (Trailer)

Thank you for the guys at Dog and Pony Show for this. For all the haters and people doubting Tim Burton's ability with this film here is a little something for you !

Get Well Soon MCA - News from the Beastie Boys

Serious news from the Beastie Boys on why they will be canceling tour dates (including All Points West). Unfortunately MCA has a form of Cancer and will need surgery and forced to push their upcoming album release back. The next album due out is Hot Sauce Committee. MCA'S form of cancer localized in the parotid gland, which is luckily treatable. To focus on the positive side, he assures us that his voice will not be affected by the treatment. As well as making a comeback to the stage.

Kid Cudi - Make Her Say - (Video) ft. Kanye West and Common

Genius way of shooting a music video. Kid Cudi's (make her say) second single off Man on the Moon, features Kanye West and Common. Clever camera angles and buzz shots, far shots, as well as camera panning gives more dimension then the average music video. Great job all around.

A Bonus WTF!? of the month Kurt Cobain x Rick Astley

Kurt Cobain + Rick Astley = ?

Kid Cudi Live Nokia Theatre "Heart of a Lion" (New Track)

Heart of a Lion (Live at Nokia Theater) from DP on Vimeo.

Live Audio and video thanks to DATNEWCUDI. Performing a new track off his upcoming album set to release in late august entitled "Heart of a Lion." Im a big fan of this track and it should live up to it's recent stirred hype.

Classic Commercial- NikeiD

Back in December of 2008, reigning NBA MVP Kobe Bryant celebrated breakthrough innovation with a festive flair by unveiling a special Nike iD Zoom Kobe IV. The day also marked the first time that consumers can visit Nike iD to create their own version of the Zoom Kobe IV. This commercial features the likes of DJ AM, Mike Epps, and Kobe himself. I love how they sneak the Yeezy's into the commerical for another shoe!

NEFF's Adam Dyet Wins Maloof Best-Trick for 10,000

NEFF was well represented by rider Adam Dyet as he pulls a kick flip backside tailslide down the rail. NEFF keeping fashion where it should be and repping Skateboarding as well. Check out the Clothes and Headwear here for purchase -----> NEFF

Chester French perform "Cmon" on Jimmy Kimmel

JULIAN CASABLANCAS - PHRAZES FOR THE YOUNG (ALBUM PREVIEW)

Preview of the debut solo recording from Julian Casablancas, scheduled for release this fall on Cult Records/RCA. The album, entitled Phrazes for the Young, features all new material written by Casablancas. Track titles include: River of Brake Lights, Glass and Ludlow St. Casablancas, a founding member of The Strokes, plans to announce a special series of U.S. dates shortly to be followed by a solo tour later in the year.

Kid Cudi x Tim Westwood Interview

In Case You Missed This: Apsci - "Under Control" (Video)

ApSci - 'Under Control' from LaMotta on Vimeo.

Matt & Kim Rock 5,000 at Pier 54

After Flosstradamus revived a crowd of 5,000, Matt and Kim took to the stage and amped them even more. A crowd well balanced of tennie-boppers all the way to guys with canes. Guys, girls, and all different types of nationalities. Pier 54 was rocking and the New York natives were on hometown turf , well close to it (brooklyn). A band that grew with the neighborhood of Williamsburg, where they live; has now spread its fan-base across the states. Matt and Kim lived up to the headliner status but I unfortunately was unable to get footage. Here is footage taken by unARTigNYC, if I come across more footage i'll definitely post it. Check out Jesse Jane and Daylight below, Kim crowdsurfing and much more. Got a chance to meet the group back in January and their just the realest artists/groups, out there. The duo isnt looking to make millions but to keep music enjoyable and affordable check them out for free downloads at GREEN LABEL SOUND support the artist though go and purchase their music.

Flosstradamus Get Flossy

Flosstradamus played a dope set in front of a packed Pier 54. After a unsuccessful opener, Flosstradamus took the stage in front of 5,000 people as one of the main acts and took the crowd right off their feet blowing them away. Really the best live Dj set I've seen in a while. Got a chance to meet up with J2K (Josh Young) one of the two Dj's that make up the duo of Flosstradamus the other is Autobot (Curt Cameruci). Both traded off mixing live songs and gave the crowd plenty to dance for. A free concert held at Pier 54 off the west side highway. The Duo of J2K and Autobot got the crowd amped for the eventual headliner of Matt and Kim.

The opening of Flosstradamus.



J2K and Myself


Taken from the stage of Pier 54 by J2K

B.o.B (Bobby Ray) - Put Me On (Video)

One of the artists coming alive in the hip-hop circuit. Powerful medleys with swift lyrics, lets commercial rap know true Hip-Hop is back on the map. Video is classic vintage with a true word to the new world.

Oh Really Lady GaGa?

Lady GaGa takes a second to get that Madonna /Marilyn Monroe type of portrait. POP = Sexy again?

Sneaker Pick Of The Week- Nike's Bo Jackson's

This color-way is the same colors he wore as a RAIDER . Being released this holiday weekend you can find them at your nearest footlocker.

COMING NOVEMBER 15th : THE RE-RELEASE OF THE GREY, WHITE, and BEET COLORED MODEL.


Check out a store near you for the re-release of the Bo Jackson Trainer's

This is the WTF of the MONTH?

Their trying to lower the drinking age this kids trying to lower the age to smoke a cig?

Fabolous - It's My Time Ft. Jeremih (Video)

Spike Lee's interview with Katie Couric

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Adidas Skateboarding- Dennis Busenitz [Pro-Model] Video

Using the inspiration behind Dennis Buseitz favorite soccer cleat along with the urban Skate shoe. Designer Danny Kinley discussing the inspiration behind the shoe and how they came up with the finished design. Also featured is new footage of Dennis skating all over San Francisco.

Outasight: Brand New Day - Preview (video)

Brand New Day Preview from Drebond Production on Vimeo.

Michael Jackson Final Practice - (Staples Center)

Recorded just two days before his death. Damn…