We On Some Hip Hop

Jay-Z & Kanye West – N****s in Paris Video

2012-02-09T09:19:00.000-08:00

Having already solidified its seat among the elite of hip-hop’s most prolific tracks to date, the recent announcement of Watch The Throne’s two-time platinum track, “N****s In Paris” video comes full circle today with the official unveiling. Easily one of the most memorable (and quoted) songs of the past year, the track has seen its fair share of replays throughout various stops along the stateside Watch The Throne tour.

Carhartt WIP 2012 Spring/Summer Illustration by SHOHEI

2012-02-08T10:18:00.001-08:00

Carhartt’s tailored European line, Work In Progress or WIP, commissioned Tokyo-based illustrator, SHOHEI, for its 2012 Spring/Summer Brand Book (previously featured here). Known for his unique depiction of Japanese culture and precise technique, SHOHEI works solely with a ballpoint pen, bringing to life various pieces from the utilitarian brand’s forthcoming collection. Pick up your Carhartt Brand Book at select authorized dealers worldwide, as it features a brief interview and additional work from the Japanese artist.

Nike: 12 Miles North – The Nick Gabaldon Story Official Trailer

2012-02-06T22:09:00.001-08:00

Nick Gabaldon was a pioneer in American surf history as the first African American to challenge the California waves and bitter societal segregation of the early 1950s. His determination to challenge those boundaries and pursue the sport he’d quickly grown to love, drove him to paddle 12 miles north, along the coast to Malibu to surf. It was ultimately the place of his tragic and unexpected passing, but it was in his passion and pursuit of a dream that forever cemented his legacy in surfing lore. Nike Surfing will celebrate Nick’s memory by telling his story, in 12 Miles North – The Nick Gabaldon Story.

If I had a million dollars: Gourmet: “Icons & Derelicts” Video

2012-02-06T16:30:00.001-08:00

Gourmet Films Presents "Icons & Derelicts" Part 1 from Gourmet Footwear on Vimeo.
CEO of Icon, Johnathan Ward, gives us his overview of the drive behind his simple, yet obsessively detailed design philosophy. ICON automobiles are handcrafted in Los Angeles making use of all domestic suppliers – an element that creates an elevated but justified price point. Ward designed and built the first three pre-production prototypes for the Toyota FJ Cruiser, but went on to create a line of automobiles built on a basis of simplicity with each using only one computer to control engine efficiency – everything else is analog. ICON’s throwback style is beefed up with a ridiculous attention to aesthetic and utilitarian detail. The automobile’s sport panels are inspired by Bell & Ross , and TGIC polymer-based toughlan polyester coats that are approximately ten times more durable than stock paint. ICONs are built and priced upon ordering, and generally take six to eight months to complete.

Shaun White Winter X 2012 Perfect Score

2012-01-30T12:25:00.001-08:00

Nursing a bum ankle, Shaun White had already pulled out of Slopestyle earlier this week, leaving many to wonder how he would fare in his signature event. However, as only he can do, White made his mark at Winter X Games Aspen Men’s Snowboard SuperPipe, winning gold and effectively solidifying a five-time repeat with a score of 94.00 on his very first run of the night. White could have mailed in his final run and taken a victory lap, but instead threw down the single greatest slew of tricks in Winter X Games history. Starting off the run with a towering 18-ft backside air, White stuck a frontside double cork 1080, a Cab double cork 1080, a frontside stalefish 540, a double McTwist 1260, and his signature frontside double cork 1260 before all was said and done, garnering the first perfect score of 100 in the history of Winter X.

Song of the Day Red Hot Chili Peppers "Look Around"

2012-01-26T12:15:00.001-08:00

I am pretty bummed the concert got moved back a couple of months. But all good things come to those who wait I guess? This video is pretty tight. They never disappoint with their work.

Song of the Day Semisonic "Closing Time"

2012-01-25T21:31:00.000-08:00

I listened to this on the car ride home and it is still a classic. Talk about an awesome video as well. Way before its time in my opinion.

Time for a new thing.

2012-01-25T21:29:00.000-08:00

Just in case you have been wondering where I have been. I love We On Some Hip Hop and the three plus years spent blogging here at blogspot, but now I am over at Tumblr. My new site is called Diary of An ATLien. Feel free to check it out. I am still going to post videos and other things from time to time here as well. Thanks for your loyalty all these years.

Dream of the 90s - Portlandia on IFC

2012-01-23T19:51:00.001-08:00

Trae Tha Truth - I'm On ft. MDMA,Lupe Fiasco, Big Boi, Wale & Wiz Khalifa

2012-01-12T13:45:00.001-08:00

Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom - Official HD Trailer

2012-01-12T13:44:00.000-08:00

Here's the official HD trailer for Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom. Set on an island off the coast of New England in the summer of 1965, Moonrise Kingdom tells the story of two twelve-year-olds who fall in love, make a secret pact, and run away together into the wilderness. As various authorities try to hunt them down, a violent storm is brewing off-shore -- and the peaceful island community is turned upside down in more ways than anyone can handle. Bruce Willis plays the local sheriff. Edward Norton is a Khaki Scout troop leader. Bill Murray and Frances McDormand portray the young girl's parents. The cast also includes Tilda Swinton, Jason Schwartzman, and Jared Gilman and Kara Hayward as the boy and girl. Directed by Anderson, and co-written with Roman Coppola. In theaters: May 25th, 2012.

The Dark Knight Rises - Trailer #2 (HD)

2011-12-19T11:55:00.001-08:00

One Word EPIC!

VoyR: Kanye West and Jay-Z “Watch the Throne” Tour Behind-the-Scenes Episode 6

2011-12-17T09:52:00.001-08:00

Episode 6 of the chronicling of Kanye West and Jay-Z’s “Watch the Throne” tour finds the emcees basking in the glow of other individuals at the top of their respective mediums. Featured cameos include Big Sean, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olson and Manny Fresh.

Song of the Day Mayer Hawthorne "Dreaming"

2011-12-14T09:12:00.000-08:00

For the always lighthearted Mayer Hawthorne and his latest set of visuals, the LA-based musician enlists the services of animatronic band The Rock-afire Explosion to highlight the music video. The aesthetics feature Hawthorne seemingly on a date with a pair of lovely ladies, as they enjoy their time at a pizza parlor. The robotic band provides for the feel-good musical backdrop, while towards the end of the segment, Hawthorne himself hops on stage to perform with his furry friends. “Dreaming” is featured on the multi-talented artist’s most recent EP How Do You Do.v

Love this show and this Character!

2011-12-13T12:03:00.001-08:00

An Inaccurate Look at the Making of a Native Fitzsimmons

2011-12-06T11:36:00.001-08:00

In one of the more clever ad spots in recent memory, Native presents An Inaccurate Look at the Making of a Fitzsimmons, a Wes Anderson-esque imagining of what goes into shoe manufacturing. The result is a whimsical interpretation, where buried treasure is unearthed, bananas are found and mythical shoes are created. The Native team deserves a ton of credit for thinking outside of the box on this one. Check it out.

Oh Ok

2011-11-29T22:17:00.001-08:00

In case you wanted to know more about Rugby

Dustin Purtan - KANYE WEST & JAY-Z - Niggas In Paris (Drum Cover)

2011-11-29T20:28:00.001-08:00

Too Trilll!

Florence and the Machine - Take Care (Radio 1 Live Lounge Special)

2011-11-26T21:55:00.001-08:00

Great Cover!

Watch the Throne Montreal

2011-11-26T20:27:00.001-08:00

The Good life was sooo crunk during Watch The Throne

Happy Thanksgiving!

2011-11-24T11:00:00.001-08:00

Mayer Hawthorne Plays His Own Halftime Show as Nickelback Alternative

2011-11-23T11:27:00.001-08:00

Earlier this month, soul singer Mayer Hawthorne campaigned in the Rolling Stone studio to replace Nickelback as the halftime performer for the big Detroit Lions home game on Thanksgiving Day after many loyal Lions fans attempted to get the rockers kicked off the bill. Nickelback is keeping the gig after all, but that's not going to stop Hawthorne from celebrating Thanksgiving – and the Lions – in style on Thursday. In this clip, the Detroit native announces that he'll be broadcasting his own halftime show from his parents' house, with his own dad on bass. "I'm gonna play a short medley of favorites and some songs especially for Detroit," says Hawthorne. "The band will be all local musicians from Detroit. We'll be watching the game upstairs!"

Tick Tock: Even though it's fucked up, girl, I'm still fucking wit ya Damn, is it the fall Time for me to revisit the past It's women to call There's albums to drop, there's liquor involved There's stories to tell, we been through it all

2011-11-21T13:41:00.001-08:00

Aziz Ansari & Donald Glover at NY Fashion Week

2011-11-20T09:14:00.001-08:00

Two of my favorite comedian/actors right now. Both of them are definitely doing their thing.

Song of the Day Common "Sweet"

2011-11-15T14:19:00.001-08:00

Common spitting hot fire on this track

Favorite Tracks off of Drake's Take Care "Over My Dead Body" & "Take Care"

2011-11-08T19:57:00.001-08:00

Here are my two favorite tracks off the new Drake album after listing the past couple of days.

Tick Tock: Jealousy is just love and hate at the same time It's been that way from the beginning I just been playing, didn't even know that I was winning And this is the only sound you should fear These kids wear crowns over here and everything is alright

2011-11-07T19:14:00.000-08:00

God's Eye View(Film Montage)

2011-11-07T11:15:00.000-08:00

This type of shot is commonly referred to as a "God's Eye View" angle. The camera lens is perpendicular to the subject without any POV reference, which gives the viewer an omniscient viewpoint of the character and the surrounding space. This video is incredible! There are some really great films in here!

The video is cut to the Yeah Yeah Yeah's "Down Boy" from the "Is Is" album.

Safe House Trailer

2011-11-06T21:25:00.001-08:00

I love both these actors. Plus Kanye tracks always make trailers so much better!

History of Rap pt. 3 Justin Timberlake & Jimmy Fallon with the Roots

2011-10-31T14:20:00.001-07:00

They did it again and it never gets old!

Childish Gambino: Behind the Scenes of “Camp” (Video)

2011-10-30T19:26:00.001-07:00

Hear some as-of-yet unheard material and see Donald direct some singers. Shouts out to Ludwig. Camp dropping November 15 on Glassnote. I can't wait for this album to drop. The video definitely gives me some hope for the album cause I wasn't really feeling Bonfire.

Jay-Z & Kanye West – N*ggas In Paris Live ATL

2011-10-30T10:09:00.000-07:00

Last night was Cray! The Throne took ATL out to Paris three times last night, once twice and then as a third time as an encore and finale! Damn this was one of the most incredible shows I have ever been too! I just wish I was closer cause I was going HAM the whole show and I saw so many people just sitting down up front!

Song of the Day: The Black Keys "Lonely Boy"

2011-10-26T11:30:00.001-07:00

So ready for their new album! This video is awesome dude can really dance no lie.

Tick Tock: Every time I come around darling love me down Lady in the streets now but in between the sheets now make it do what I do what I do what I do in a cadillac I might come up off of that and every night im bending that back that I got that gangsta gangangsta that gangsta gangangsta gangsta gangangsta That gangsta looove

2011-10-26T11:26:00.000-07:00

The Black Keys: GQ Music Issue 2011 The Survivors

2011-10-24T20:50:00.000-07:00

Damn this piece made my love for The Black Keys get even stronger! Dan Auerbach is a BADASS!Read the whole article HERE

GQ: A lot of the songs on Brothers were breakup tunes, and they seemed to be about Pat, who was going through some personal turmoil. Is that accurate?
Dan Auerbach: No, none of them were, actually. But "Next Girl" was our first song [off Brothers], and he had just gone through the worst breakup. He was, like, losing his mind and it just helped him get through it.

GQ: Did you ever read the piece his ex-wife wrote for Salon about their breakup?
Dan Auerbach: No.

GQ: You know the piece I'm talking about, though, right?
Dan Auerbach: She's written a couple pieces. I don't want to read anything she's got to say.

GQ: Did Pat read those things?
Dan Auerbach: I don't know. I hope not. She crushed that dude's soul. I hope he can stay away from her forever.

Opening Ceremony’s OCTV Presents: ‘Hobbyist’ by Twin Bike, Part 1 – Featuring Lake Bell

2011-10-23T20:20:00.001-07:00

In part one of Hobbyist, Twin Bike takes a drive with actress, filmmaker and car enthusiast Lake Bell. In just over three minutes, Lake explains the importance of Trail Mix on road trips, “Tetris driving”, and the ups and downs of driving a 600-horsepower “beast” around the suburbs of Los Angeles. Bell’s adorable pup and roadside companion, Margaret, also makes a cameo. What a bad chick!

GQ: The Survivors Music Portfolio

2011-10-18T10:46:00.000-07:00

This video is unbelievable I can't wait to read a bunch of these articles. I love so many of these artist. The Keys look dope, and you've got to love how crazy The Dungeon family is doing it in their spread.

Tick Tock: Let's pretend for one night, I'm the man in your life And we do the things that lovers do All the loving u like I give it to you just right Theres nothing less than special when it comes to you See what we have is understanding That works so well for how we are Cause neither of us has the heart to fall in love all over again Even though I'm not your man and I know you're not my girl But let's just act like it's that way tonight Now I know u got your friends and you know I got some too But let's just act like you're my lady tonight

2011-10-18T10:36:00.000-07:00

Marvel’s The Avengers Film Trailer

2011-10-11T16:32:00.000-07:00

Marvel has just released the teaser trailer for the highly-anticipated The Avengers film, one that combines the powers of Iron Man, The Hulk, Thor, Black Widow, Hawkeye and Captain America. Here is the official synopsis from Marvel: “When an unexpected enemy emerges that threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury, Director of the international peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., finds himself in need of a team to pull the world back from the brink of disaster. Spanning the globe, a daring recruitment effort begins. Starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner and Samuel L. Jackson, and directed by Joss Whedon, Marvel’s The Avengers is based on the ever-popular Marvel comic book series “The Avengers,” first published in 1963 and a comics institution ever since.” The Avengers officially releases in theaters May 4, 2012.

Tick Tock: Visions of you now when I close my eyes. I can't let you go. You've got me hypnotized. I've started facing my infatuation. You are a combination that's so hard to find. And when I'm chasing all the nights we've had in my imagination I get a revelation that just blows my mind. I can't stop thinking about you. The way you turn me on. I can't stop thinking about you.

2011-10-08T13:22:00.000-07:00

Song of the Day Mayer Hawthorne "The Walk"

2011-10-05T12:48:00.001-07:00

Mayer Hawthorne serves the official video to the lead single, “The Walk”, from his new album How Do You Do. Inspired by the motion picture Mr. & Mrs. Smith, the clip displays the Ann Arbor native and his better half partaking in a very special showdown. How Do You Do is out now!

Common - Blue Sky ( Official Lyric Video )

2011-10-05T09:01:00.001-07:00

This is the new Common single Blue Sky. The new album is going to be sick I am pumped!

Mayer Hawthorne - What's In My Bag?

2011-10-03T20:35:00.001-07:00

Wore my Mayer Concert T today! Damn he is one cool Mother Fucker! Also Amoeba records is so tight in LA. They have not only every record ever, but they have every movie as well! Can't wait for the new album to drop!

Song of The Day Cut Copy "Far Away"

2011-09-30T13:57:00.000-07:00

I've been listing to their album In Ghost Colours all week. Pretty bummed I missed the show in Athens this past Wednesday. That night was also BlackStar and I missed that too! But no worries Rosh Hashanah is only once a year!

Tick Tock: One thing that I just can't conceive is how to let you go And if you will stay here with me then we will always know We will find out as we change about Is this the last part? Here is when we shout One thing that I just can't conceive is how to let you go These days await if we believe I'll make it to the show We will find out as we change about Is this the last part? Here is when we shout And you could send your love to me But I was far away And you could be a love to me But I was far away

2011-09-29T19:13:00.000-07:00

Hope Solo & Alex Morgan Just Dance Summer Party

2011-09-27T19:14:00.001-07:00

My god how sexy can you get!

Lessons from 40 Films in 7 Minutes

2011-09-24T09:09:00.001-07:00

Thoughts of the Day/Song of the Day David Gray Babylon

2011-09-23T19:21:00.000-07:00

I'll preface this by saying I am not sure how many people follow my blog or even read anything I write on here. In the end it is all for me anyways... With that being said it has been a really long time since I have done any actual blogging and/or writing here. But I feel like I just need to say some stuff and use this as an outlet right now like I use to.

Last night I went to the Mayer Hawthorne show with two of my best and oldest friends. Sometimes it is crazy to me how long we have been friends, and how old we have become. While at the same time I still see us as those kids growing up together. I can truly see how time after college starts to fly by. You start to live for your weekends and things just move. I had this realization back in May right out of school, and last night I happened again. I just felt life, you know real life-the real world if you will. It just seems like when I am doing my thing that I am on my schedule no thought of going back to school or the work I need to do just living. I have always looked up to those older than me and wanted to be them, like most of us do. It is funny because we all continue to chase that idea and still think of ourselves as young. I love the moments when I realize that I am there now at that point. To live in the present is key to all things. These are the good times, the glory years. Life is quick and youth is fleeting, it is important to do what you want and to enjoy it.

Recently things have been really crazy and hectic(working 12 hr days and 60 hour weeks chasing my dreams!) It is a daily grind and really can wear you down at times. But I am happy paying my dues and making strides. I am still shocked sometimes that I am actually getting to work in the industry I have wanted to work in since I was a child. I heard a great quote the other day that said "People say good things come to those who wait. The truth is good things come to those who work!" So I work and I work hard to make my dreams come true.

Last night at the show I was at a place that holds a lot on memories and significance in my life. While I was enjoying my night and really soaking up the present moment and looking forward to this new memory. A lyric to the David Gray song Babylon popped into my head. It really took my out of the present and made me think of the past. Then on the car ride home after my 60+ hour work week Babylon shuffled up. The lyrics really touched me. It had me thinking the whole ride home and pretty much was a catalyst to me writing this tonight.

I can see so many things in my life falling into place and I am really looking forward to my future. But even with all the career success and opportunity I still feel like something or someone is missing.

I guess when it comes down to it...

I miss you.

Friday night I'm going nowhere
All the lights are changing green to red
Turning over TV stations
Situations running through my head
Well looking back through time
You know it's clear that I've been blind
I've been a fool
To ever open up my heart
To all that jealousy, that bitterness, that ridicule

Saturday I'm running wild
And all the lights are changing red to green
Moving through the crowd I'm pushing
Chemicals all rushing through my bloodstream
Only wish that you were here
You know I'm seeing it so clear
I've been afraid
To tell you how I really feel
Admit to some of those bad mistakes I've made

If you want it
Come and get it
Crying out loud
The love that I was
Giving you was
Never in doubt
Let go your heart
Let go your head
And feel it now

Babylon, Babylon

Sunday all the lights of London
Shining , Sky is fading red to blue
I'm kicking through the Autumn leaves
And wondering where it is you might be going to
Turning back for home
You know I'm feeling so alone
I can't believe
Climbing on the stair
I turn around to see you smiling there
In front of me

If you want it
Come and get it
Crying out loud
The love that I was
Giving you was
Never in doubt
And feel it now
Let go your heart
Let go your head
And feel it now
Let go your heart
Let go your head
And feel it now

Duck Sauce Luis Guzman (How To Make It In America)

2011-09-23T06:52:00.000-07:00

Below is a witty revision of Duck Sauce’s (A-Trak & Armand Van Helden) hit track “Barbra Streisand” for the highly anticipated second season of How To Make It In America. In this music video the track is reworked and highlights Luis Guzman, the Puerto Rican actor who stars as Rene Calderon. Sharing the limelight with some infamous companions including the BEAUtiful Lake Bell, Terry Richardson, Pharrell, Kid Cudi, Mark Wahlberg, Q-Tip, Rahzel, Asher Roth,Guzman takes us around the diverse and notorious neighborhood of New York’s Lower East Side.

Song of The Day Mayer Hawthorne "A Strange Hawthorne"

2011-09-22T06:32:00.000-07:00

Trying to go see Mayer tonight, he puts on such a great show I really hope I can make it! This is more of a mellow song but homie got it right with this one the lyrics kill it for me.

We took the long and staedy road
And from the start you had a heart of gold
You broke the mold
I never thought you would decide
The grass was greener on the other side
Of love's divide

You were everything that I wanted and more
Now we can't go back where we started
We'll never be like before

Darling me and you, we had a strange arrangement
But you broke all the rules
And I'm through playing the fool for love
Darling yes it's true, we had a grand engagement
But I can't stand by, while you break my heart in two
Oooh, I've got to be a man
Baby I've got to take a stand, so

So now we've gone our seperate ways
But in my heart I feel the burning flames
Of love's remains
I'll have to find somebody new
But all who dare will be compared to you
What can I do

You were everything that I dreamed I would find
Now we can't go back where we started

Tick Tock: rising up out of the flames like a Phoenix Straining to carry the weight of my brain like a genius Knowing I'm sowing seeds, let's see whose thumb is the greenest If I said I mean it, I did it because I need it Eat, sleep it or bleed it, write it down and then read it Asphalt to the cement, your trash talk, delete it I blast off then lay 'em out like a Tempur-Pedic It's Black Thought, for certain I'ma win eventually This unsung, underrated, under-appreciated The one them underachievers had underestimated Finally graduated, I'm one of the most hated Something that's so sacred, nobody gon' take it Face it, I keep doin' it well Doin' it sans assistance, just do it yourself Doin' it below the radar, we doin' it stealth"

2011-09-20T09:43:00.000-07:00

2011 Nike MAG: The Full Story

2011-09-16T07:30:00.000-07:00

The Saga continues! Sneaker enthusiasts and fans of the 1989 movie Back to the Future II had to wait almost 23 years for their Nike MAG to drop. After all the video and event hype, an extensive behind the scenes video is presented here. Several of the personalities involved in the whole project go on the record from both Nike and Back to the Future’s teams including Tinker Hatfield and Mark Parker. The Nike MAG has now obviously been made available for collectors through eBay but this video hopefully answers any questions many might have regarding the process behind the greatest shoes never made. I wish I had stacks in order to get a pair of these. The bids on ebay were 10,000 and upward!

Reebok Classics & Rock the Bells: Childish Gambino

2011-09-16T06:48:00.000-07:00

Well damn I am pretty bummed on the fact that I am not going to Rock the Bells this year. What a killer line up! But what I am extremely bummed about is the fact that I have to sell my Childish Gambino ticket and miss his show in Athens! But I guess when you are chasing your dreams some things just fall by the wayside. It is cool to hear Donald Glover talk about two of my favorite albums though check it out!

Heineken Red Star Access with G.O.O.D Music & Kanye West

2011-09-13T20:40:00.001-07:00

Graduation will forever remain my favorite Yeezy! I Hope the Throne tour is this sick!