Kanye West X Takashi Murakami Good Morning Video

Today Aug. 26 is the official public premier for Kanye’s “” music video. Previously it could only viewed at Takashi Murakami’s exhibitions in select cities. The “Good Morning” video features Kanye West as a bear who wakes up late to his graduation ceremony. Along the way he runs into a couple obstacles.

If you don't know, Takashi Murakami is a world famed artist. He is very influential in the design, art, and fashion circles. He also did this Video Spot For Luis Vuitton, Check it.

Tunes with the Kicks-Pharrell+Santogold+Julian Casablancas

Converse claims the song of the summer produced by Pharrell, N.E.R.D., Santogold and Julian Casablancas for the "Three Artists, One Song" campaign. The artist came together to create the song "My Drive Thru." The song is now available for free download on the Converse. Along with the tune, a behind the scenes music video will be released to promote the song with Converse ads, like the one above. Download Free Song Here.

info via: Converse

iPhone 3G was revealed

Watch Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveil iPhone 3G, the App Store, MobileMe, and more in the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2008) keynote address from San Francisco's Moscone West on 9th. With what it surprised us the most was the price. Apple set the price for iPhone 3G only for $199.00 in the U.S. and overseas. It's the half price of the existent one.
With fast 3G wireless technology, GPS mapping, support for enterprise features like Microsoft Exchange, and the new Apple Store, iPhone 3G puts even more features at your fingertips. It will be available in July 11.

more info: apple

Kanye West G-Shock Event-Video Performance.

Here is a Video follow up on the 25th. Anniversary G-Shock Event held in NYC. This was a stellar who's who gathering of music, fashion, entertainment and art industries. They all came together to celebrate 25 years of the G-shock watch. Kanye a big g-shock fan performed a 10 song mini concert for event goers to remember. This is a video of Kanye performing "can't tell me nothing" Live.

G-Shock was born from a developer’s dream of creating a watch that never breaks. At a time when it was commonly believed that watches were breakable items, G-Shock’s development represented a challenge to common sense. The launch of the first G-Shock, DW5000C happened in 1983 and was followed by DW9300, which was the first time tough solar technology was incorporated into the line. Since its launch, G-Shock has continued to evolve for 25 long years, carrying on the toughness of spirit and uncompromising passion.

The Cleveland Show

The Cleveland Show (working the title) is an upcoming American animated series by Seth MacFarlane, a spin-off from Family Guy. The cleveland show will be an animated series focusing on the character of Cleveland Brown and his family. It has been reported that the series will premiere in mid-spring, 2009 with 13 episodes. We are so excited about this.

info via: Fox Broadcasting

Filmmaker bangged this out with a MAC

I thought I bangged with a MAC. Digital filmmaker Denneis
Lin puts together this sick video for The Bird And The Bee's
song "Again & Again". He bangged it out with his MAC.



Creative as hell, and fresh. Not sure if it's the official video
for the band but game should recognize game.

[via Tuaw.com]

GTA IV Cheat Codes

This is a mad cool site for all you cheaters out there. You can go to this site and grab cheat codes for GTA-IV. You get the so called latest leaked “GTA -IV Cheat Codes” that allow you to get health, armor, increase wanted level, and much more!. Go to GTA4cheatcodes.com to see for yourself.

Please note: Download and use codes at your own risk, It is recommended you do not save levels achieved using "Cheat Codes." Cheaters never prosper, they just get ahead.

GTA4cheatcodes.com

Stacey Dash On Cover Of King Magazine. At 42

Amber! Amber! Yo, Miss Dash was so fly in Mo Money, I have to watch it every time it's on BET. She was hella sexy in Clueless too. At 42, she is giving these young chicks out in Hollywood a run for their money.
As you can see she shows her assets on the cover of the May issue of King Magazine. She has just wrapped two movies; Fashion Victim and Nora’s Hair Salon II.

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XXL June 2008 Covers: Ice Cube & The Game

The Coast is being repped on the June dual covers of XXL Magazine. One cover feature West Coast new blood The Game and the other cover Features West Coast OG Ice Cube. The June issue has articles on Fat Joe, Scar Face and a few other major playas in the game right now. It also has a article asking the million dollar question "What Happened To The Hip Hop Biz?"
Peep it when it hits the stands next month.

"If I Were King." MTV chronicles Diddy's life in fashion.

Check out the MTV "If I Were King" documentary. The documentary celebrates Sean Combs 10 years in the fashion game. That's right, it been ten years since Puffy drops his first Sean John t-shirt run. This original MTV "If I Were King" documentary chronicles Diddy's life in the fashion world and the rise of the Sean John label for the past ten years. You can catch it on MTV this Wednesday April 9th at 10pm EST. and of course like always they will Show it again on April 12th. Video above is a preview
Via: Repcodes

SPECTRE Ent. Imeem SXSW Meet and Greet

Thursday, March 13th
2nd Annual Urban Media Meet-N-Greet
@ Logans on 6th Street - 200 East 6th St - Austin , TX
4pm-7pm
FREE - no badge or wristband necessary

featuring DJs:
Statik Selektah
DJ Eleven
DJ Graffiti

come booze with your favorite DJs, bookers, artists, promoters, and
labels before things really get poppin in austin. dope tunes and free
dranks til they run out!

sponsored by - SPECTRE Entertainment Group, Blue Room Music Group,
Foundation Media, imeem.com, Rhymesayers, Definitive Jux, Delicious
Vinyl, A-Sides, Blacksmith, The Bloom Effect, and more!

and...Check out imeem’s Ultimate Guide to SXSW 2008!

sxsw.imeem.com

Dan Goodsell - Mr. Toast & Friends Art Show 3.1.08

LA artist Dan Goodsell will offer paintings and assorted art objects for his Mr. Toast and Friends show opening on Saturday, March 1st 2008 (4-8 PM) @ Monkeyhouse Toys. The show will feature over 100 pieces of art featuring Dan's friendly and quirky delectable food characters. Dan's invited his friends to contribute to the show including Todd Franklin, S. Britt, Tokka, Michael Fleming, Jelene, Bubi Au Yeung, Jannie Ho, Todd Webb, Patches and Meomi. In addition to the original art, the show will feature the anticipated release of the second Imaginary World of Mr. Toast comic and a special how poster. Drop by the opening and be on the look out for the new Mr. Toast Plush and Vinyl toys.
Info Via: Vinyl Pulse

Monkeyhouse Toys & Art Gallery
1618 1/2 Silver Lake Bl.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
323.662.3437

Reebok X Vapors Magic "Playboy Club Party"

The Reebok x Vapors 'MEMBERS ONLY' event will be the best party you've been to in recent Magic trade show history.
Not only are they having this event at the Playboy Club they will have bunnies as dealers for the poker tables next to the VIP area.
The DJ's for the event are: (
Jus ske
Stretch Armstrong
Klever)
So make sure you tell your assistants, interns, bosses and colleagues to mark it down; Wednesday, Feb. 13 @ the Playboy Club (inside the Palms Resort and Casino, Las Vegas).

Look out for another email for the guestlist link from the dubfrequency crew (if you haven't received it already). The best way to guarantee your admission will be the actual Members Only card Vapors and Reebok crew will be giving out at the Magic Show. They will be distributing a limited amount of these cards so make sure you stop by the Reebok both and get one.
For more info check: Dubfrequency.com

BBoy The Game Hits US Feb 5, 2008

After being out in Asia and Europe for a year now. Bboy the Game FINALLY hit stores in the USA February on 5th!
If you are a supporter of hip hop and dance culture, then you need to go out and get this game. The game company consulted with real Bboys to make this game. They tried to include all the elements of the bboy lifestyle and battle attitude.
On the real its very important that everyone goes out and supports. Especially in hopes that there will be future games and product for the people.
Games pretty dope but it takes time just like real dancing it takes time to develop your skills and get all your moves up to par to do the dope stuff you can see. But trust after you get the moves and the groove down. Its off to the races and you get to compete in events like Freestyle Session, Uk Championships, Battle of the Year, IBE, Armory Cup and many more. You can even get sponsors like Tribal Gear, Armory Survival Gear, Adidas and more. You even get emails from Crazy Leggs of the Rock Steady Crew!!! HAHA. On the real though everyone needs to support and pick up a copy of this to ensure that there will be more to come.

Cros 1 33rd B-Day Bash X ASR X Agenda Weekend

My boy Cros1 Is having his 33rd B-day this weekend during the ASR down in San Diego. He is on a quest to catch up with the age of his hair. Cros is the only dude i know that was 25 with more gray hair than a 50 year old. Cros has done a lot for San Diego hip hop as a member of the 3-Deep promotion team, starting Freestyle Session, opening The Armory Stores, and bringing hot shows to "the bus stop." So, come out and celebrate with Cros and see how his hair has gotten 3 years older in one year.

Who: Cross 1
What:33rd Bday Bash for CROS 1
When: Friday, Jan 25. 9pm - 2am.
How: FREE before 10:30pm with RSVP $10 after.
Where: @ The Onyx Room 825 5th Avenue , San Diego, CA

Get there early this is during the ASR and Agenda Trade Shows so San Diego will be packed with party people...

MLK JR. TRIBUTE (NYC) * DJ SPINNA, NORMAN JAY

Giant Step is proud to announce its third annual Tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. on Sunday, January 20th at Cielo. This year it will feature two of the most respected DJs in the world. Representing London, Norman Jay MBE will make his first NY appearance in over a year. This legendary DJ is known to many as the godfather of British dance culture, he is responsible for Good Times Sound system at Notting Hill Carnival, coining the phrase "rare groove" and co-founding the Talkin' Loud Record label. He is still one of the most in demand DJs in the world.

Representing New York is DJ Spinna, known internationally for his ability to play house, hip hop and soul. He has not only made a name for himself as an outstanding DJ but also respected as a producer and remixer. On top of that, he plays with Bobbito at the legendary "Wonder-Full tribute to Stevie Wonder" parties. Spinna also recently performed with Stevie Wonder himself (he was the back up band) at the GQ awards.

These two amazing talents' tribute to MLK Jr. will not only be inspiring but also a one-off event not to be missed.

SanDisk Cruzer Titanium Plus USB flash drive

SanDisk Corporation announces the new Cruzer Titanium Plus USB flash drive with a capacity of four gigabytes. The drive works with SanDisk's online backup service, which allows users to get quick access to backed-up files through any computer connected to the Internet. Any files copied to the Cruzer Titanium Plus 4 GB USB flash drive are automatically backed up online, and SanDisk has included six months of free online backup service. If your computer isn’t online when files are copied to the drive there's no need to worry, the backup will take place automatically the next time there is an Internet connection.

Packed in a rugged, crush-resistant metal case, the Cruzer Titanium Plus also features optional security by turning on password protection - with AES hardware data encryption, and Two years of free lost-and-found service from BoomerangIt. Release date has been set for March in the U.S., for a suggested retail price of $59.99. Via Digitaltechnews.com

THE ROOT DOWN TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY 12/21/07

THE ROOT DOWN
Happy Born Day Dj Dusk - Always In The Mix
DJ’s Miles, Wyatt Case, Loslito, Sloe Poke, Expo
& THE ROOT LOUNGE ALLSTARS ERVIN, SOLUZ, NAV, GABE REAL
TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21ST

LIVE ON STAGE
MASEO (PLUG 3) OF DE LA SOUL
BREAKESTRA(LIVE ON STAGE) FEATURING
LA FUNK MASTER DRUMMER
JAMES GADSON
PEOPLE UNDER THE STAIRS
RHETTMATIC (BEAT JUNKIES)

hosted by CHALI 2NA
LIVE ART BY: KOFIE and MEAR ONE
WITH DJs A-SKI, JEDI, CLIFTON &
THE BOOGALOO ASSASSINS+ MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED!!
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2 Rooms - 21 w/Id
Cash Bar Only- NO ATM ON-SITE
This is a 21+ event.
Cost: $14pre-sale/$20 at door
Official Site: http://www.rootdownclub.com

ZUNE "3play Rule" Hack.

Many ZUNE Owners are frustrated by that annoying "3play rule."
Here is a quick and easy solution. Apparently, you can simply accept a shared track, go into Windows and switch the genre to "Podcast," and done.
Now you should be able to play the tune over as many times as you heart desires.
Please note, any files which this method is used for will show up in the Podcast section.

OC-DunkxChange "Yeah Dude"

Club Rio/Incahoots: 1401 S. Lemon St. Fullerton CA, 92832
Dec. 8th. 1PM-6PM

Performances by Verbal Threat and U-N-I

Come through buy, sell, and trade kicks.

For more info and news about when the DunkxChange will be in your area, log on to dunkxchange.com.

WONDER-FULL 4 * DEC 8TH * SF

If you ain't knowin' you ain't knowin'. This is the 4th edition (SF wise) of the ever popular "Wonder-full" party. Everything that is Stevie Wonder!!!!! Being a veteran of many of these parties, I can tell you, it's a fun time. Yours truly (Snackie Chan) won't be in the house sadly enough, as I have to get my Holiday bread straight, spinnin' across the Bay in "The Town". Come out and enjoy !!!!!

Vivisect Playset IV + Chu-Kins Art Show Dec 1st. (SF)

Saturday, December 1st from 7 to 10 PM at Gallery 1988 San Francisco. The Showing will feature established stars as well as some new exciting rising talents.

The opening night also offer a special opportunity for fans and collectors to get autographs and collaborative sketches from Luke Chueh and Greg "Craola" Simkins. Also, 1988 will release a print of Craola's "Winter's Knight" painting which was featured in his recent I'M SCAR3D show. The print measures 16 x 20" and is limited to 75 pieces for $150 each. So if you're in the bay area, come out and get some art in your life sucka!

MOS DEF * SURPRISE SHOW * 2NIGHT * SF

Out of Place Art Exhibit NYC-Nov 11th.

Opening Nov 11, 2007 5-8pm

Event Information:@ Adam Clayton Powell Jr State Offc Bldg
Featured artists: Keith Duncan, Helene Ruiz, Miguelangel Ruiz, Jim Legge
Sunday, November 11, 2007
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
All Ages
cover: FREE | PHOTO ID REQUIRED TO ENTER BLDG

Venue Information:
Adam Clayton Powell Jr State Offc Bldg
163 W. 125th St.
@ 7th Ave | 2nd Floor Art Gallery
New York, NY 10027
212-749-5298

REFILL 7 Tokyo

The skateboard exhibition REFILL 7 was held in Sydney in this Spring, and it will be held in Tokyo Japan starting from November 10th for 5 days at Tower Records Shibuya. Apparently there will be a skate section built in the venue.

inf via: REFILL 7

Dj 9th Wonder "The True School House Party" Nov. 10th (LA)

The True School Corporation presents: The True School House Party.
Sponsored by Puma & Going.Com

The Official West Coast True School Weekend!!
@ The Forbidden City 1718 Vine St , Hollywood, CA
A 3 Night Celebration of Pure Music, hosted by Grammy Award winner 9th Wonder, and Monie Love with DJ Cuzzin B

Dress Code in Full Effect!
No White Tees, No Hats , No Shorts

People who RSVP Thru GOING.COM 1/2 off Admission All Night!!
This is a 21+ event: Click here.

7 young men felt the need to create a much needed space for their age group in the media marketplace, by celebrating 15 years of music, culture, and film(1980-1995). Thus, TRUE SCHOOL CORPORATION was born.

URB 150th Issue Release Party Chicago

URB Magazine are celebrating their 150th Issue in Chi-town, with Chicago scenesters Hollywood Holt, Major Taylor (Jai-Alai Savant), Willy Joy and others. Entry is free with required RSVP, and they'll be giving away copies of the mag!

URB 150th Issue Release Party Chicago
Friday, Nov. 9 @ Lava Lounge (1270 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL)
Featuring Hollywood Holt, Vyle, Mic Terror, Million $ Mano, Major Taylor, Willy Joy vs. Capcom.

9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Guest list only (no cover with RSVP)
This is a 21+ event.
Free copies of URB!
Cost: FREE w RSVP

Official Site: http://www.dubfrequency.com/blog

Giant Robot Biennale: 50 Issues

Developed in collaboration with Eric Nakamura of Giant Robot and the Japanese American National Museum

-In celebration of its 50th issue and in collaboration with the Japanese American National Museum, the pop-culture magazine Giant Robot has assembled works by ten cutting-edge artists from around the country in Gian Robot Biennale: 50 Issues.
-This exhibition is the first in the National Museum's Salon Pop series that includes collaborative displays that focus on Asian American pop culture and held during Nov. 3/2007-Jan. 13/2008.
-This exhibition is being sponsored by the Imprint Culture Lab™, with additional support from the James Irvine Foundation; the Department of Cultural Affairs, City of Los Angeles; and Scion.

*RSVP and more info: Japanese American National Museum

Crooked I Weekly Freestyle Download #30

When Bun B says you’re “one of the best MCs” in hip-hop, and Just Blaze gushes over your skills in his MySpace blog, you must be doing something right. Crooked I has been blazing the Internet with his weekly freestyles, making them available for downloads. Peep the latest episode.
Download it Here.
Crooked I - Hip-Hop Weekly #30 (Explosive freestyle)

Ghost Face Hat On EBay. "Get Ya Bid Up God"

Yo, This has got to be the craziest joint I have seen in a minute. Ghost Face is auctioning off his hit on ebay, sweat ring included son. It's not funny that he is auctioning it off but, the sales pitch is mad grimy. I guess the hat can pull mad chick like Halle Berry and Nia Long and "whatever and a third." Whatever that means. Right now the bid is up $300+ something. It would make cool Xmas gift for someone who does't mind a little sweat mark.

American Gangster MixTape Download

Peep out the lastest
America Ganster Mix Tape Release.
Download it Here.
(via KMEL's Box Kev)

"Fridys Off The 405" Free event Oct. 26th. @ Getty Center (LA)

Enjoy music and evening views of the city, tour the galleries, and revel in the end of the workweek in a casual and spontaneous atmosphere at our monthly Fridays Off the 405 series, a musical happening curated by culture magazine Flavorpill. Fridays Off the 405 features free live music and a cash bar (open until 8:30 p.m.). The Garden Terrace Cafe, also open until 8:30 p.m., offers sandwiches, salads, and other goodies. The galleries will be open throughout the night, so bring your chums because you are cordially invited to play musical chairs in a new video installation where viewers become part of the art.

MORE INFO: CLICK HERE
Date: Friday, October 26, 2007
Time: 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Getty Center, Museum Courtyard
Admission: Free; no reservations required.
Oct 26th. Live Music from: Benevento/Russo Duo and Something for Rockets

GQ's 50th Anniversary @ Stoli Hotel Oct. 19 (Chi-town)

GQ and Stoli Vodka will be celebrating GQ 50th Anniversary event the Friday Oct. 20th at the now famous "Pop-Up" Stoli Hotel lounge. The Stoli hotel traveling entertainment space concept is to sneak into a city and turn a unexpected location, like a warehouse into a fabulous swanky location and offer up all the amenities you would expect at a lux hotel.
Each "lounge suite" is inspired by a Stoli flavor. A cool color palate and matching lighting really conveys the "feeling" that Stoli Blueberi evokes. Guests can travel from room to room, enjoying cocktails, visiting the spa, and mingling with VIP guests. So you can see why GQ would have their 50th Anniversary event at the Stoli Hotel Lounge. You want to go?
YOU MUST RSVP INFO HERE :Email rsvp4@gq.com

Neighborhood: Near West Side
240 N Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60686

SUPERPITCHER (KOMPAKT) @ Temple Oct.20th. (San Francisco)

Axsel Schaufler better known as Superpitcher, this inheritor of the Westbam lineage of post-punk techno has been making seismic shifts into the dance music scene since his 2000 emergence on one of Kompakt's first compilations. At a time when "techno" and "sensuous" seemed incongruous, Michael Mayer's minimalist label found its emotional resuscitation in Superpitcher's glitchy yet layered, impulsive yet textured production work.

limited $10 onsale now HERE / $15 at the door / capacity is limited / 21 +
Temple: 540 Howard Street
doors 9:00pm - after