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Official “SVDDXNLY” | A$AP Rocky ~ Documentary

admin — Sun, 27 Jul 2014 14:07:58 +0000

Watch the trailer for SVDDXNLY, Noisey’s original, full-length documentary featuring never-before-seen footage detailing the ascension of one of raps brightest young stars. From home videos and interviews with friends and family, to the very first seminal moments of his career caught on tape, Rocky takes viewers behind the scenes into his life as he takes A$AP from Harlem to the world.

Coming soon to Noisey.

Sports | Top Jams of 2013-2014 NBA Season

Adam Watley — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 05:12:52 +0000

The NBA youtube Channel put together the top dunks of the 2013-2014 NBA season. Some of the best highlights of the list include Clipper’s power forward Blake Griffin, who made the list twice at #10 and #5, the buzzer-beater by Tobias Harris of the Orlando Magic and Pacers’ Paul George with his unopposed 360 slam. This years number one spot was Terrence Ross of the Toronto Raptors with his long distance work-around against Nuggets power forward Kenneth Faried.

To see more Top 10 action from this last season, check out the NBA’s official YouTube channel here.

Documentary | Inside Nas’ Childhood Apartment

Adam Watley — Tue, 15 Apr 2014 04:28:30 +0000

Watch this footage of Nas’ younger brother, Jungle, showing his old apartment where he and Nas stayed at in Queensbridge.

This Saturday, April 19th, will be the official 20th anniversary of Nas’ classic debut album Illmatic. VIBE’s Mikey Fresh got together with Nas’ younger brother, Jungle, they went back to the projects of Queensbridge. Their journey takes them to the very apartment that started it all for Jungle and his older brother. Check this out!

Graffiti | Sugar Tits

Adam Watley — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 23:16:14 +0000

A fan of graff and animation would really enjoy this video and appreciate the fine art presented.

Using AVT’s new water and alcohol based acrylic paint, ‘Sugar’. Low smell. Low pressure. Matte finish. Super colours. No clogs. Less toxins. Win.

Cars | McLaren P1 Prototype

Adam Watley — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 13:07:05 +0000

One would think that you don’t just hand the keys over to a seven-figure supercar to just anyone. A person would have to pick just the right man for the job. This may be the reason McLaren invited Chris Harris and his crew from Drive down to Abu Dhabi to capture the new P1, they put him in XP7 – a pre-fabricated mock-up that’s undergone 40,000 hard miles of testing in severe climates around the world

Harris mentioned his thoughts of the McLaren P1? “I haven’t driven a car like this before. I really haven’t. Because there isn’t another car like this. It’s a different league even to a [Porsche] 918.” Then he turns the traction control off. See what happens next in the video if you have not done so already. It’s nearly a half hour long, but it’s worth every second

VH1’s “The Tanning Of America” Official Trailer

@itsthatsmith — Tue, 11 Feb 2014 16:21:08 +0000

Continuing to reinforce its classification as the black TV network that isn’t referred to as a black TV network,VH1 has teamed up with filmmakers Billy Corben and Alfred Spellman and author, advertising executive, and record executive Steve Stoute for a 4-part documentary series based on Stoute’s best-selling book, The Tanning of America: How Hip-Hop Created a Culture That Rewrote the Rules of the New Economy.

To be titled The Tanning of America: One Nation Under Hip Hop, the 4-parter will give audiences what the press release describes as a thorough examination of hip-hop as a cultural movement, whose profound influence in music, film, television, fashion, business, race relations and politics eventually paved the way for the election of Barack Obama.

The 4-part 4-hour series will feature never-seen-before footage and interviews from numerous pop culture icons and entertainment personalities in America: Diddy, Dr Dre, Mariah Carey, Will.i.am, Russell Simmons, Pharrell, Nas,Reverend Run, Rick Rubin, Fab 5 Freddy, Jimmy Iovine, Al Sharpton, Cory Booker, Brett Ratner, Brian Grazer, Tommy Hilfiger, Ron Howard, Steve Stoute and many more.

The series will premiere on February 24, 2014 on VH1.

More from the release:

VH1’s “The Tanning of America: One Nation Under Hip Hop” provides a visual history of the hip-hopification of America – what Stoute calls “tanning” — from “The Jeffersons” to the Fresh Prince; from “Do the Right Thing” to “8 Mile”; from the streets of Compton to Madison Ave; from block parties to the Hamptons; and from rappers to entrepreneurs to icons. The series unfolds in 4 one-hour episodes that together explore history’s pivotal tanning moments from the 1970’s to present day, and show how hip-hop is deeply woven into the American cultural fabric. It’s the history of hip-hop remixed: an epic journey that begins in the Bronx and travels all the way to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Through engaging and intimate first person stories, “Tanning” takes viewers where they’ve never been before: inside a steamy Madison Square Garden, when Russell Simmons cut a deal with Adidas sneakers during a Run DMC concert… inside the Harvard dorm room where two white Jewish kids decide to start The Source magazine… inside the car of fashion icon Tommy Hilfiger, as he drives through the streets of Harlem finding inspiration in baggy jeans… to the streets of Paris as Diddy takes over Europe for a Vogue fashion shoot… to a New York music studio where Mariah Carey collaborates with O.D.B, forever fusing pop and hip hop; and with Dr Dre as he first hears a rapper who calls himself Eminem.

Over the last three decades, hip-hop culture has been transformed from an underground urban movement to mass culture, permeating virtually every aspect of American life: the music we listen to, the clothes we wear, the food we eat, the cars we drive. Hip-hop has done more to erase perceptions about racial distinctions for the generations that grew up exposed to it than any other force since the Civil Rights Movement. There’s now a whole generation of Americans who grew up immersed in this culture that are, for all intents and purposes, colorblind. This is the true story of that evolution.

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How BIG Is Google?

Hugo Cubias — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 22:40:51 +0000

Many of us use Google services each day but very few of us ask the question, “How BIG is Google?” Obviously this question cannot be answered directly, however, the sheer size of Google can be realised by the hard facts and figures shown in this short film.
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Music | Rick Ross Mastermind

Adam Watley — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 20:04:20 +0000

Rick Ross just released the tracklist to his upcoming album called Mastermind (out March 4), and without surprise it has an A-listed roster. We already knew Jay Z was on the LP for “The Devil Is a Lie,” but the other features include Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Big Sean, The Weeknd, Jeezy and Meek Mill.

Ye and his G.O.O.D. Music signee Big Sean join forces on “Sanctified,” while Weezy appears on a cut called “Thug Cry.” As for The Weeknd’s collab, it sounds druggy with the title “In Vein.” Mastermind clocks in at 16 tracks, plus three bonus tracks including a reprise of “FuckWithMeYouKnowIGotIt,” Rozay’s collaboration with Hov from Magna Carta Holy Grail. In addition, Ross announced Diddy is the album’s co-executive producer.

Rick Ross’ Mastermind tracklist:
1. Intro
2. Rich Is Gangsta
3. Drug Dealers Dream
4. Shots Fired
5. Nobody
6. The Devil Is a Lie feat. Jay Z
7. Mafia Music III feat. Sizzla & Mavado
8. War Ready feat. Jeezy
9. What a Shame
10. Supreme
11. BLK & WHT
12. Dope Bitch Skit
13. In Vein feat. The Weeknd
14. Sanctified feat. Kanye West & Big Sean
15. Walkin On Air feat. Meek Mill
16. Thug Cry feat. Lil Wayne

Deluxe tracks:
17. Blessing In Disguise feat. Scarface & Z-Ro
18. Paradise Lost
19. FuckWithMeYouKnowIGotIt (Reprise)

Sports | Richard Sherman Talks Controversy

Adam Watley — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 07:10:09 +0000

Richard Sherman in three days has been talked about more then the biggest football game of the year and in the world..

Richard Sherman has been the most talked about sports figure in the past few days then one could ever imagine. On Jan. 19, before the NFC Championship game, the general sports fan knew Richard Sherman to be one of the best or the best shutdown corners in the NFL. Also, most people knew that Sherman has a PacMan mouth on him as well.

In just one moment Richard’s mouth took him to a whole other level. Just a couple of minutes after Sherman batted Colin Kaepernick’s pass to Malcolm Smith, for the game winning interception. He then was interviewed by Erin Andrews.

What happened next, which I am sure everyone knows by now. has to be one of the most wildest post game interviews ever or at least in a very long time.

The reaction was absolutely insane, if you are like me, I did not mine the comments Sherman made. It was indeed brash but filled with such passion. It was definitely better then some of the cliche responses we hear in most of these post game interviews. Unfortunately, some people went on to twitter and other media sites and delivered very nasty racial slurs at Sherman.

In a interview with Rachel Nichols, Sherman talked about the latter group:

Sherman shared that, “it was mind boggling” about the racial comments said to him. “For the people that did react that way, and throw racial slurs and things like that out there, it was really sad.”

The most common word that was mentioned during the reaction, was “Thug”. During a press conference on Wednesday, Jan 22, Sherman talked about how much that bothered him.

As you can hear Sherman makes some valid points.

He definitely was in the heat of the moment after making one of the biggest plays of his career. He has apologized since in a attempt to put some attention on his teammates who helped Seattle book a spot in the Super Bowl versus a dominant Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos.

Still, if you do not want to like him, or if you were not pleased by his actions, that’s fine. But to call him a “thug” or bring race into the equation reeks of ignorance.

Sherman is a smart, talented player. Some don’t like him, but he hasn’t harmed anyone. And there’s no denying he plays the game at a very high level with passion and intensity.

He’ll put that on full display in the biggest game of his career in Super Bowl XLVIII.

Sports | Top Sports Stories of 2013

Adam Watley — Tue, 31 Dec 2013 21:40:20 +0000

ITS 2013 Year in Review Sports Edition: Top sports headlines of 2013.

Manti Te’o girl friend hoax

After such a long meaningless investigation by deadspin.com, it was made known that Notre Dames star linebacker Manti Te’o’s supposed girlfriend Lennay Kekua, who had died of cancer earlier in the year, had never existed. A family friend Ronalah Tulasosopo impersonated a female voice, sent photos that were fake and even created a false online social media persona. Te’o discovered that he had been the victim of the hoax before the championship against Alabama.

Alabama earned another championship

Alabama won their third championship in four years by manhandling Notre Dame 42-14. Nick Saban was in glee in the locker room after the cameras were off.

Baltimore Ravens win Superbowl XLVII

The Ravens beat the 49ers in the Superbowl that featured a blackout in the stadium and a stoppage of play. Even though the lights in the Superdome were largely blacked out, Beyonce still tore up the halftime show.

Ray Lewis Retires

After 17 years in a Baltimore Ravens uniform, superstar linebacker Ray Lewis decided to hang up his helmet for good. He closed out his career with a bang wining his second Super Bowl. Thirteen Pro Bowls, Three time AFC Defensive Player of the Year and two SuperBowls? Not a bad career.

Jerry Buss dies

The safe made millionaire, David Buss purchased the Lakers in 1979 and transformed the NBA from sport to spectacle. With getting players on the Lakers like Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson and Kobe Bryant, his teams won a total of 10 championships. David Buss died at the age of 80.

Jordan takes Kobe over LeBron

Michael Jordan, now owner of the Charlotte Bobcats, told Ahmad Rashard in an interview, “If you had to pick between the two, that would be a tough choice.” Also adding, “But five beats one every time I look at it.” Of course, this was before James won his second title later in the year.

Louisville wins National Title

Michigan lost to Louisville in the NCAA Championship game. Louisville capped an impressive run of games. The Cardinals star player was even gone, Kevin Ware did not suite up due to a gruesome injury that happened earlier in the tournament.

Lance Armstrong admits to doping

Armstrong admitted to using performance enhancing drugs during all of his record seven Tour de France wins. His remaining sponsors scattered and its unclear what criminal and civil penalties Armstrong may face.

UConn Women win another Title

The Huskies women’s basketball team defeated the Louisville Cardinals to hois their eight championship since Gino Auriemma began leading the team.

Heat win their second title in a row

The lights out shooter Ray Allen hit the miracle game winning shot that kept the Miami Heat alive in Game 6. Lebron had a 37 point and 12 rebound performance that also catapulted the victory in Game 7. The second title was a great finish after seeing the Heat go on a 27 game win streak, one of the longest in NBA history.

LeBron James receives fourth MVP trophy

James won his fourth MVP award with a dominant performance statistically for the season. James averaged 26.8 PPG, 8 RB and shot .565 from the field. Also, winning the title may have had some leverage.

Murray makes history at Wimbledon

After 77 years of pain, Andy Murray became the first British man since 1936 to win the men’s title at Wimbledon. He had a stunning victory over world number one Novak Djokovic.

Serena dominates 2013

With two Grand Slams, 11 titles and a about a trillion overall wins made 2013 one of the best years of Serena Williams already Hall of Fame worthy career.

Aaron Hernandez charged with murder, released by Patriots

The tight end of the New England Patriots Aaron Hernandez was charged with first degree murder of semi-pro football player Odin Lloyd. The rising NFL star was cut by the Pats, pled not guilty, and is being held without bond. Hernandez was charged also with perjury for allegedly lying to a grand jury.

Here comes the Hawks

The Chicago Blackhawks returned to Chicago with the Stanley Cup after beating the Boston Bruins for their second title in four seasons. The Hawks also set an NHL record with their 24 game point streak to open the season.

Pirates and Playoffs

After 20 straight losing seasons, the Pittsburgh Pirates returned to the post season after defeating the Cincinnati Reds in the one game wild card play in. They did end up falling to the St. Louis Cardinals in the next round.

Redsox win it all

One year after eating fried chicken and drinking bear in the locker room and having a disastrous 93 loss campaign, the Sox yet hoisted the Commisioner’s Trophy. Their third championship in the last decade. They went from worst to first.

Mariano Rivera hangs up his glove

Mariano Rivera suffered a knee injury in 2012, then he decided he needed one more year to complete his career. He is considered to be one of Major League Baseball’s best closer ever. He received tributes and gifts from opposing teams as he came through town one final time.

Johnson wins again

Jimmie Johnson won the NASCAR championship again. This is his 6th championship, he is one short of Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt who both share the all time record. Johnson already holds the record with 5 straight championships.

Floyd Mayweather JR. defeats Canelo Alvarez

Alvarez was defeated in the hands of Floyd Mayweather Jr. The WBC and WBA super welterweight belts were on the line. With Jr. still being undefeated the controversial conversation of Mayweather being one of the best ever, still continue to grow.

Rose reinjured

After returning from an ACL and MCL injury that forced him to miss the whole entire 2012-2013 season, Derrick Rose tore a meniscus during a game against the Blazers. The former league MVP had to miss another season with this current injury.

Richie Incognito suspended, Jonathan Martin leaves team

Incognito, a lineman for the dolphins was suspended after a series of incidents, including the use of racial epithets, against teammate Jonathan Martin. While the details are still emerging, it’s still not clear if Martin or Incognito will return to the Dolphins or if any legal action will be initiated by Martin against Incognito.

Chris Davis runs it back for Auburn

It has been hard to put in to words still even after weeks that has gone by. The 2013 Iron Bowl ended on a 109 yard run back of an Alabama field goal that fell just short. Perhaps the best football game of the year and some may argue ever.