December 2009
25 posts
5 Personal Lessons Learned In 2009
This was a big year for me. The Ws outweighed the Ls by a long shot. I met a lotta people who helped aid in my personal growth and went through situations that I learned from. Graduating college was probably the biggest accomplishment this year. I also lost my grandmother and best friend from growing up. All in all, this year was full of wins and here’s the 5 lessons I learned from this...
"Reflection Eternal: The Re-Union"-Talib Kweli and...
1. Intro2. Revolutions Per Minute3. In This World4. Hip-Hop (Unreleased)5. Back Again6. Wishing On A Black Star7. Just Begun ft. Jay Electronica, J. Cole, & Mos Def8. Come Around ft. Termanology & Royce da 5′9 (produced by Statik Selektah)9. Internet Connection10. Let It Go ft. Dion11. Testify ft. Styles P12. Time13. The Thrill Is Gone ft. Styles P (produced by Statik Selektah)14. Can We...
Qualmes vs. Biff Lawson Roast
I told you about my dude Qualmes before. Now it seems like he got into in with the homie Biff Lawson. Take my word for it….this roast is hilarious….
Ill Banger @ Alibi NYE Party
Details on Flyer. Holla.
"14 Blades" (Trailer)
Looks like a must watch!!!
50 Cent's Esquire Interview Is Genius
This is from a while back, but I was just re reading it…dude is an interesting individual. I’d definitely want to pick his brain. Gonna cop The 50th Law next week. Peep Game:It’s Fifty, not Fiddy. My mom chose the lifestyle because she didn’t choose welfare. Every time I seen her, it felt like Christmas. Everything that was nice in my life was gone when she left, and the...
Marriage and Successful Black Women
Ya’ll may have seen this one floating around the internet. I found this extremely interesting. I gave my thoughts elsewhere and decided to compile them here: Honestly, to be fair, you can’t knock them for having standards. If you step your game up, its only natural for you to want someone on your level. I personally think women look to be upgraded by the men they date. My problem is...
'The Rest of Kayne West"/"Rest of The Neptunes"...
Two very good compilations by the big homie Half Amazin over there @ givethedrummasome.com. Peep the links for the Neptunes compilation here and hereand Ye’s right’s here
"Secret Society" Mixtape
The less you know, the better…but the “Secret Society” will be releasing a mixtape straight for your ears this New Years Day. Featured on the tape are such familiar names as Wale, Hijynx, Blu, Fashawn, Cashtro Crosby and G.O.D. Jewels. 1. Intro (J. Diction and Hi-Jynx Prod. By Plan) 2. Special Bond (Pharoah) 3. Gym Class (The MECCA of Rhymes) 4. Never Fail (Hi-Jynx Prod. by Half...
"Distant Relatives"
One of my personally anticipated music releases for the next year. I hope Nas can come in the vein on “Untitled” (not LIKE the album, but keep his depth and gravity nearly the same). The features also look pretty interesting as well. I’m also interested in the marketing campaign behind an album with such subject matter. Can’t wait to BUY this on March 16th (if all goes...
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Just wanted to post this video on the N-Word by the homie AV Rockwell. I was one of the people featured along with my friend Anastasia and my homegirl Nesha. It was an interesting experience filming this. Check it out. N. from AV Rockwell on Vimeo.
#09Memories
Another recollection of Tweets that I thought I’d share on here: #09memories graduating college. Black man with a degree for the win!! #fistpump #09memories dodging numerous “bullets”. Ha!!!! #09memories being a member of the Tough Guys. @thedynamics @6fif @Henz0 @jwb_ent @jdotofresh #09memories mastering the ability to sift through people’s bullshit. #09memories @frshpulp...
What I Learned From My Dating Experiences in 2009.
“It aint like I aint tell you from Day One/I aint shit when it comes to relationships, I don’t have the patience”-Jay-z The cat’s out the bag……. This entry was inspired by something I read Friday. I was with some company and we eventually started talking about our signs. I’m a Taurus, so when the ladies found that out, I got a sorta “ennhhh” reaction (in...
"Just Begun"-Reflection Eternal feat. Mos Def and...
From the upcoming Reflection Eternal album. Cool to see J. Cole eating this track, Mos Def spitting flames and Jay Electronica getting some shine.
Iron Man II Trailer
Not too sold on Whiplash as a main villain, but this will be a blockbuster. More sarcastic quips from Tony Starks and the first appearance of War Machine.
"Legal Money"-Styles P (Video)/Broken Safety
New video from The Ghost as he prepares “The Green Ghost” project for a release on February 2nd, 2010While you’re at it, DL this superb Styles P mixtape. I’ve been bumping “Broken Safety” steadily. Pinerooooo
"Pyrex Vision"-Raekwon (Video) (NSFW)
Ahhh yes…another video for one of the best songs off of Only Built 4 Cuban Linx II. Good to see The Chef making moves and getting critical acclaim. Shoutouts to Onsmash.
My Favorite Hip Hop Releases of 2009
In retrospect, 2009 was a stellar year for hip hop. Newcomers burst onto the scene and established themselves as the new generation and veterans gave us solid releases. I spent the majority of my night listening to some music I got into my Ipod this year and here’s my top 10. This is all opinion but the first three are sureshot. The others are in no particular order. Without further ado: 1. The...
Corey Brewer Baptizes Derek Fisher
So disrespectful.
"Brooklyn's Finest" Trailer
Directed by Antoine Fuqua of “Training Day” fame. Wesley Snipes is in this; that’s intriguing in itself. Michael K Williams, Richard Gere, Don Cheadle and Ethan Hawke round out the rest of the star power in this one. If it’s anything like “Training Day”, we might be in for a future cult classic.
"Pre-Crosbyfication:The Web Series Vol 1"
New ish from my man @Cashtro!! Enjoy! Triple B Records: Cashtrofication - Episode 1 from Alexander Vlad on Vimeo.
"100 Quotes From The Wire" Pt. II
Taken from TSS More great quotes from The Wire
Side Chicks=Fuckery
What I will address has been happening from the beginning of time and can lead to questions such as “Are human beings built for monogamy?”..but that’s another blog entry…It’s just that this year seems to have had extreme cases of the topic at hand-side chicks. As usual, you can thank Twitter for a myriad of Trending Topics, namely #sidechickawareness, #whymencheat and...
"Surgical Gloves" (Video)-Raekwon
About time the full length vid for this song came out. Arguably one of the most seizure inducing instrumentals put on wax this year provided by Alchemist. Rae plans the perfect heist with “47 quick claps…”
Dec 1st is World AIDS Day
Knowledge is power. Be responsible and get tested. Joinred