This is very simple. Go to iTunes and subscribe to the podcast. Especially if you live in Seattle. Seriously. Just do it.
Monday, September 21, 2009
CULTURE: Too Beautiful to Live (TBTL)
This is very simple. Go to iTunes and subscribe to the podcast. Especially if you live in Seattle. Seriously. Just do it.
CULTURE: This American Life #168 The Fix is In / The Informant
Over the last couple years I have become I really big fan of talk radio. Even when I was younger I was a huge fan of Loveline, but then Adam left and Stryker sucks. Then in high school I was a big fan of the Adam Corolla Show, but that got canceled. So recently, I've been into political, culture or societal based radio shows and podcasts. One of my favorite podcasts is This American Life with Ira Glass. I highly recommend it, but the reason I bring it up comes from the new film The Informant starring Matt Damon. What I recently learned from my number one favorite podcast, TBTL (based in Seattle), is that this film is based on a story done on This American Life. I haven't gotten to see the film yet, but I suggest you check out the podcast on iTunes and listen to this episode. It really is incredible and has inspired me to see the movie in the near future.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
MUSIC: Jay-Z - The Blueprint 3
The Blueprint 3 has leaked, much to my happiness. Kanye's fingers got sticky allllll over this album giving it a starkly different sound than Jay has ever had. I really wouldn't even try to compare it to his other albums. That being said, I still really enjoy it. Oh, and he pairs with Mr. Hudson to remake "Forever Young". For serious.
MUSIC: Kid Cudi - Man on the Moon: End of Day
Cudi's album finally leaked. I just gave it a quick once over and pooed a little. The album really solidifies Cudi's style and sound and contains some awesome features by some interesting artists like Billy Cravens and MGMT. If you're down with Cudi, this album certainly won't disappoint.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Monday, July 27, 2009
FILM: Iron Man and Wolverine Animes
So anime production studio, Madhouse, and Marvel have come together to make an Iron Man and a Wolverine anime. ZOMG.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
ODDBALL SHIZ: Iron Man Mk III Action Figure
I came across this sick action figure made by Silly Things in collaboration with Marvel.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
FASHION: Complex interviews Lupe and Trilly & Truly
Lupe discusses his new clothing line, Tilly & Truly.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
DESIGN: Mosaic Self-Portrait
I got a big artistic kick. The only catch is that the only inspiration I have is self portraits. Call it pretentious haha. Anyway, this is my first one.
If you generalize and label enough, everyone can be broken down into a few simple pieces. However, when the gray area that holds those pieces together is removed, your conclusion is likely to fall apart.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Sunday, March 15, 2009
PHOTOGRAPHY: August Bradley
August Bradley is a a photographer from L.A. who excels in fashion photography. As you can see, his composition, lighting, and post-processing is on point. Check out his website. http://www.augustbradley.com/
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
FASHION: Yves Saint Laurent Anniversary T-Shirt
This shirt was designed to honor YSL's third year retailing in Japan. If only I had 300 bones.
FASHION: Junya Watanabe COMME des GARCONS
I want these so bad. A new self-titled lace up boat shoe by Junya Watanabe out of Hong Kong.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Monday, January 26, 2009
MUSIC: Young Jeezy and Jay - Z - "My President is Black Remix" Live
Jay-Z is one of the best lyricists of our time. That's it. Period. Let the vid play out so you can hear Jay's verse. Hopefully they'll make an official video and I can post that later. P.S. Jeezy has some crazy stage presence.
My president is black in fact he’s half white
So even in a racists mind hes half right
So if you got a racists mind its alright
My president is black but his house is all white
Rosa Parks sat so Martin Luther could walk
Martin Luther walked so Barack Obama could run
Barack Obama ran so all the children could fly
So Ima spread my wings you can meet in the sky
OHHHH MY GOD!
MUSIC: Wiz Khalifa - "Say You Will"
Wiz Khalifa spittin on the "Say You Will" beat from Kanye's 808's. This kid is fresh.
"E. Kanevil showin you niggas how to stunt!"
Are you kidding me???
MUSIC: Coldplay - "Life in Technicolor"
I know the album came out last year but this track finally got a video. I can't tell you how much this has been rocked in my car.
MUSIC: Ryan Leslie - "I Know What You Like"
I Know What You Like! from Ryan Leslie on Vimeo.
You wish you could make music like this! Shades are dope, too.
MUSIC: John Legend - "Everybody Knows"
One of my favorite tracks from his new album. And damn! Homie knows how to dress!
MUSIC: Ya Boy - "I Got the Power"
Sorry I haven't been keeping on this. Here's a fresh new joint from Ya Boy.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
MUSIC: Kid Cudi Interview
I'm serious you guys need to look out for this guy! I can only jock him so much haha. His myspace will have to do til his album drops.
Kid Cudi Myspace
Via: MTV
TECH: I don't know what to call this, but I want one!
This has nothing to do with Kanye West, I just think this is one of the sickest pieces of photo/graphics equipment I've ever seen. Apparently this is set up at the graphics lab at USC Institute of Creative Technologies. Here's some more photos.
MUSIC: Benzi, Plain Pat and Kanye - Sky High Mixtape
This is the highly anticipated (by me atleast) remix tape by Benzi, Plain Pat, and Kanye West. These beats are ridiculous.
Download Here
Via: kanYeWest Blog
Friday, January 9, 2009
MUSIC: Franz Ferdinand "Ulysses"
Just to prove I like more than hip-hop. This is the first single from their highly anticipated '09 album Tonight: Franz Ferdinand
MUSIC: Kid Cudi "Sky High"
Kid Cudi is currently my favorite up and coming rapper. This is a verse he laid on a track on Kanye's upcoming remix album.
Kid Cudi - Sky High
Via: HypeTrak
Thursday, January 8, 2009
MUSIC: Wiz Khalifa "Great 2 Be Here"
Be ready for this guy to go big in '09. A relatively unknown with a pretty sick flow. Remember where you heard him first!
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
WRITTEN WORD: Vibe Kanye West Cover
I do occasionally comment of the content of publications, but this is just another sick cover. Who thought putting a gradient in front of the picture would be this cool?
Via: F.luxury.B
DESIGN: Indoor Mario Landscape
It's quite fitting that I would find this the day Super Mario Bros. is dethroned as the Best Selling Game of All-Time. Pretty cool little room done up by artist Antoinette J. Citizen. More photos here.
Via: kanYeWest Blog
FASHION: Lacoste Stealth Ibiza Block
These look suspiciously like Vans, true story. The only difference is that I want them 10x more than any pair of Vans I've ever seen.
Via: HypeBeast
DESIGN: Triangular LED Wood Clock
How sick is this? When asleep, these clocks just look like pieces of wood, but when turned on LED lights shine through brightly to display the time. It doesn't stop there, the clocks also display the date and temperature. You can pick one up for about $40 here.
Via: kanYe West Blog
Monday, January 5, 2009
FASHION: Raf Simons x Dr. Marten Collaboration
Dr. Marten and Belgian designer Raf Simons came together to make this classy three lace shoe for Dr. Marten's 2009 Spring/Summer release.
Via: HypeBeast
Sunday, January 4, 2009
FILM: Milk
Two nights ago I went to the movie Milk.
First of all, before I talk about the movie, I have to say anyone looking for a fun movie experience in the Tacoma area should definitely stop by the Grand Cinema in Tacoma. It was a really great place and will definitely be seeing another film there.
Now to Milk.
Director Gus Van Sant (Good Will Hunting) just painted his Mona Lisa. For a serious film, Milk has it all; great acting, great script, amazing cinematography. If someone were to ask me what Van Sant could have done better, I would have trouble finding an answer.
Sean Penn (I am Sam) does an extraordinary portrayal of gay activist Harvey Milk. Every once of frustration, happiness, sadness, hopeless, anger, etc., is felt through his performance. Penn is supported by other actors who do an outstanding job as well including James Franco (Pineapple Express), Emile Hirsch (Speed Racer), and Josh Brolin (Planet Terror) to name a few.
Humor, tragedy, and success make this film a must see.
WRITTEN WORD: Obama Newsweek Cover
While checking out at the grocery store the other day, I happen to see the cover of the December 29, 2008 - January 5 ,2009 cover of NewsWeek. Usually I find myself impressed with the written content of NewsWeek instead of their design, but this cover blew me away. The way it used graphic to tie in the topic of this issues focus is brilliant. This proves that using symmetry is OK and that color and simplicity is not the only way to obtain a successful cover. Bravo, Newsweek!
via: NewsWeek
Saturday, January 3, 2009
FASHION: Converse Spring 2009 | Black and Gold Pack
Converse Skateboard launched their Spring 2009 collection. The Black and Gold Pack shown here is my favorite. The uppers are pretty dope, but the lows are what really caught my eye. Their going for $90 a pop, but I might have to pick up a pair.
Via: highsnobiety
NEW MUSIC: Idle Warship - "Try it On"
This is a new hip hop group I stumbled on. They have a sound similar to Black Eyed Peas, except no Fergie, so they're better. Enjoy.
Click to listen
Friday, January 2, 2009
Dear Washington Drivers
My first post is unfortunately a rant. I have a small favor to ask of Washington drivers. The next time a couple inches of snow fall, please do not treat it like the end of days. This is frozen precipitation falling, not fireballs from the depths of hell. When we had our last bout of snow, it seemed like 50% of my community holed themselves in their homes as if the minute they pulled their car out of the garage it would be barraged by stray Volkswagens. It's OKAY. You can drive! Area's in this country get feet of snow every year. Do you think they stop everything and wait for it to go away? This morning about an inch fell, which meant a centimeter on the roads, and one my way to work people were driving 4 MPH. It makes no sense. They're roads! Drive on them!
Thursday, January 1, 2009
What you should expect out of this.
Not a whole lot.
I'm going to use this to post different forms of art that spark my interest. This includes music, fashion, photography, architecture, etc.
In addition, like everyone else, I'll complain about stuff on here as well.
Enjoy.
I'm going to use this to post different forms of art that spark my interest. This includes music, fashion, photography, architecture, etc.
In addition, like everyone else, I'll complain about stuff on here as well.
Enjoy.
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