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Probably one of the posts that’ll have all the geeks going gaga. (It’s not really new, but I still had to feature it.) So if you ever wondered if the Princess Leia Gold bikini was the only sexy piece in Star Wars, here’s how you can change your mind. BlackMilkClothing created two amazing Swimsuits that features the designs of R2D2 and C3PO. Sold for 85$ each, these are probably going to be worn by every star wars fan’s girlfriend.
DJ Storm & Nick Patera
A few months ago I had the pleasure of getting to rehearse with YouTube sensation Nick Patera for a charity event he was a part of. Embarrassingly enough, both my assistant and I were quite unaware of just how popular he was, or what he was vocally capable of. So after doing some research we saw a few videos of him (all having over a million views each), and ‘The One Man Disney Movie’ was one of the most impressive. Patera goes through many of the classic Disney films, and sings each and every individual part in unison. Quite impressive, check the method below.
Click the pic to listen.
Everyone who’s a Wayne fan, has had their ears to the ground for new releases from “The best rapper alive”, and with the release of ‘If I Die Today’ they shouldn’t be disappointed. The track seems to bond closely to the current style of singles that Rick Ross has been releasing recently (which is why it should come as no surprise that he’s featured on the track.) Click the pic to take a listen.
Childish Gambino
Yes you are reading that name correctly, it is not a stutter. Given that each one of these tracks are FIRE, the best one on the “EP” has to be “Freaks and Geeks.” I have to say though I’m really feeling the clap beat and verse on “Lights Turned On.” Donald Glover has AMAZING talent. They say “The sky is the limit,” but I don’t even think the sky can hold him back from reaching for the stars. Below are the downloads for each individual track and CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD the zip for the “EP.” If your familiar with Donald Glover, you know he writes for ’30 Rock’, and is a stand up comedian. But for those of you who aren’t familiar with his non-musical ventures… Check out some of his stand up below.
Travis Porter
What I consider ignorant music, aside from Soulja Boy, and Lil B, the group Travis Porter is on the top of the list. Although two of Travis Porter’s singles are dominating the radio and the clubs right now, no self respecting musical connoisseur can say that the type of music said artists have put out are lyrically mind blowing. That’s the end of that. But that being said, ‘Make It Rain’ from Travis Porter is a catchy track that always gets people going in the club, so when the remix surfaced with Gucci Mane and Yo Gotti, I knew fans would be looking for me to post it up. So here it is. Click the pic to take a listen.
I used to major in 3D Animation before I decided to go the way of the pro-DJ, so whenever I see any effects, animations, or examples of CG (Computer Generated) I get excited about the process behind it. The advertisement above was made entirely on a computer. It might look photorealistic and the details might seem too exact and the shattering objects too precise, but that’s the case. It was made by Alex Roman for Silestone, a company that makes countertops. The video was made by two people in two and a half months. While the shatter effect is cool, the realism of the fruit really blows me away. Those lemons look stupid real.
After all, I understand how a mineral crashing into thousands of tiny pieces can fool my eyes, but seeing something commonplace, like the lemons or grapes, look that real in HD video is mind-blowing. More of Roman’s work is available at thirdseventh.com where you can see other impressive videos highlighting architecture, flowing movement, and the use of photographic techniques in computer-generated video. For “The Third & The Seventh” he lists his software used as being 3ds Max, V-Ray (for 3ds Max), Adobe AfterEffects and finally Adobe Premiere Pro. If you want some insights into Roman’s process, you can check out this excellent behind-the-scenes video he has made available.
A fantastic short film with top-notch art direction, animation and sound design. The ending is great, too. We have Benjamin J. Kousholt, Daniel D. Christensen, Mads Lundgaard Christensen, Jesper A. Jensen, Jonas K. Doctor, Steffen Lyhne, Pernille Ørum-Nielsen, Frederik Bjerre-Poulsen and Jonas Georgakakis to thank for putting this together. It’s ridiculous how sick the concept, the animation, and the script are all exceptional. Well done.
The National Geographic Channel has taken Pixar’s animated film “UP” to the test, and created a real-life version of the floating home… balloons and all. I saw the movie with one of my best friends, and have loved it ever since, so when the NGC released exclusive footage of their experiment, after a testing it out over the weekend it excited me. On Saturday, a team of scientists, engineers, and two world-class balloon pilots successfully lifted a house, using only 300 weather balloons. The house was 16x16x18. The house reached an altitude of more than 10,000 feet, and “flew” for about an hour. The experiment set a new world record for the largest balloon cluster flight that has ever been attempted. The experiment and footage is part of a new NGC series called “How Hard Can It Be?” which will air in the fall. (But don’t actually try it Kristy).
It seems that when rap’s new Freshman come out, most of them are done with their run before they get a lasting spot in Hip Hop. Wiz Khalifa however is just the opposite, check his interview and freestyle in the 12 minute video by Clue TV.
Yes, not only is this true, it’s actually pretty old. I got into a heated debate on the phone with my working colleague Neil about Snoop Dogg, and I mentioned his participation in the Adidas/Star Wars collab. Neil instantly called me a liar and told me I was making things up, so I decided to write this post just in case anyone else was unaware of the summer 2010 Adidas ad featuring Snoop Dogg, David Beckham, Daft Punk, and a few other big entertainers.
Further than that, there was a second ad put out by Adidas featuring the same stars shortly after. I know there are probably sneaker heads (like Gabby) cussing under their breath about how old this is, but I’m just trying to prove a point.
I love to laugh, and there’s nothing better than a person with a good sense of humor. That being said, I feel like the new ”6 Foot 7” Video from Lil Wayne demonstrates the fact that he can get a good laugh out of people. The video (which has been delayed for quite some time to put the finishing touches on it) starts of with a seemingly random spoof of ‘Inception’ that was directed by Hype Williams, and proceeds to visualize most of the content he talks about in the bars of the song. The images that come on screen for “Sleep”, “Death”, “Father Time”, and “Mother Nature” are extremely imaginative and very well done, and the image for the line “Young Money runnin sh*t” (above) had me literally laughing out loud. All in all the song ’6 Foot 7′ is rivaling ‘A Milli’ in popularity, but the video for Wayne’s most recent hit is far more inventive and creative than his hit for the Carter 3. Bottom line, the video has to be seen to be absorbed in all its splendor… Click the pic to watch the video.
I’ve been back on my book game recently, reading up on everything of interest, and trying to find anything that could help me in the multitude of projects I’m involved in right now. When you scour the book stores not looking for anything in particular, you tend to find some books you didn’t expect to see. One of said books is called “In Character Actors Acting” by photographer Howard Schatz. Schatz took the simple idea of photographing actors one step further, placing actors in a series of roles and dramatic situations to reveal the essence of their characters. I had seen the book before, but never took a deep look into it until today. Check out some of what you’ll find.
Left: You are a hostage in a desert prison camp, overhearing your buddy being tortured in the adjacent room, knowing you’re next. Center: You are a four-year-old boy at a new, “realistic” dinosaur theme park, getting a lick on the head from a 50-foot-long mechanical brontosaurus. Right: You are a heroin addict begging your dealer to give you a fix, promising you’ll pay him later, really.
Left: You are a dedicated father who, with your wife, has just sat down to dinner with your 15-year-old daughter, who is defiantly announcing that she’s pregnant. Center: You are a fashion designer on the morning of your big runway show, realizing that nothing in the collection is ready or fabulous. Right: You are a blustering, pompous member of the British Parliament, giving a speech that is being broadcast on the BBC, and you’re thrilled at the sound of your own voice.
Left: You are sneaking a peek, in the middle of the night, at your sweet new boyfriend’s computer and discovering e-mails to and from his three current “other” girlfriends. Center: You are a Park Avenue matron, paying your husband a surprise visit at his office and discovering him on the couch in flagrante delicto with his secretary. Right: You are a disoriented homeless woman being arrested for loitering.
Amy PoehlerLeft: You’re a middle-aged woman at your mother’s hospital bedside as she hovers near death, remembering the quarrel you had with her when you were last together. Center: You’re a perky gal in your 20s whose boyfriend of two years has asked you to close your eyes because he has a very special surprise for you! Right: You’re a six-year-old at the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus for the first time, startled by a bang from a huge cannon and the sight of a sleek, silver-clad woman flying high above the crowd in an arc.
Jeff GoldblumLeft: You’re a finalist on America’s Next Top Model who is hearing Tyra tell the other girl she’s out and you’re prepping to give your nemesis a “sincere” hug. Center: You’re a stand-up comic performing at a Toronto showcase packed with S.N.L. and HBO scouts and your “lesbian chickens” bit is utterly tanking. Right: You’re, like, 15, and he’s, like, 17, and even tho U have only ever said, like, “Hey” in the hallways, he’s just texted 2 ask U 2 B his D8 @ the prom!!! the prom!!!
Left: You’re a child swallowing a spoonful of medicine that your mom promised would taste good, and now she’s telling you that if it didn’t taste awful it wouldn’t work. Center: You’re at a social dinner with your work colleagues and their spouses, desperately trying to signal your partner to stop talking so freely about your shared sex life. Right: You’re a bunny-level skier who has decided to try a black-diamond slope, and now, with no idea how to stop, you’re headed straight for a tree.
Jane LynchLeft: You’re a broke, struggling screenwriter emerging from a pitch lunch at a Beverly Hills restaurant, just in time to see a landscaper’s pickup back into your borrowed Lamborghini. Center: You’re a stoned, purely mercenary substitute teacher telling your third-graders, “Anyone who makes any noise while I’m resting will be sent home to Mommy in several little boxes.” Right: You’re a nerdy 11-year-old video gamer surrounded by BlizzCon posters and fellow nerds, and you’re taking this particular session of World of Warcraft waaay too seriously.
Laurence FishburnLeft: You’re the new longboarder on the secret beach with the famous break, preparing for the onslaught from the territorial locals. Center: You’re a suburban car dealer demonstrating in your three a.m. ad slot how much your customers $$$AVE when they come to you! Right: You’re a Romanian gymnastics coach, exasperated at the failings of your 12-year-old star pupil, screaming, “You are imbecile!”
Ken JeongLeft: You’re the office toady, having a dutiful laugh over your boss’s latest racist joke and all too aware that everyone else at work hates you. Center: You’re a Miss Universe finalist in the nanosecond between being named fifth runner-up and remembering to flash your best I’m-so-happy smile. Right: You’re the school doofus, blissfully unaware that your having just been named prom king is a cruel, Carrie-style stunt by your classmates.
Ricki GervaisSo I want to make this perfectly clear before I begin, I have nothing against Jersey Shore, Jerseylicious, or The Real House Wives Of New Jersey. So now that we have that out of the way, I’m writing this because DJ Pauly D was in San Francisco recently, spinning at one of the largest clubs in the bay. (And congrats to him, I spun that club when I was 21, but it only took him 2 years of being famous and 30 years of life to get on the same tables). But after his club appearance, I was hit with a blazing tempest of questions about New Jersey from people… Questions like if everyone in NJ is like the cast of Jersey Shore/Jerseylicious, or folks asking me how it feels to have the most influential people out of New Jersey to be J-Wow and Snookie. I even had someone ask if my mother was like one of the “Real Housewives of New Jersey”. So I just want to make this clear to a few folks, and make a ”short” list of people who have done something substantial that were born or raised in New Jersey, just so were clear. Check the method below.
Lauren Hill - Singer/Songer Writer - South Orange, NJ
Chelsea Handler - Comedian/TV Host - Livingston, NJ
Tara Reid - Actress/Model - Wyckoff, NJ
Ray Liotta - Actor - Union and Newark, NJ
Akon - Singer/Songwriter - Jersey City, NJ
Anne Hathaway - Actress - Millburn, NJ
Keisha Knight Pulliam - Child Star/Actress - Newark, NJ
Bill Maher - Comedian/TV Host - River Vale, NJ
Jon Bon Jovi - Musician/Song Writer - Perth Amboy, NJ
Bruce Willis - Actor - Penns Grove, NJ
Buzz Aldrin - Pilot on the first Lunar landing - Montclair, NJ
Danny DeVito - Actor/Comedian - Neptune City, NJ
DJ Storm - Disk Jockey/Talent Manager - South Plainfield, NJ
Ed Harris - Actor - Englewood, NJ
Nick/Joe Jonas - Singers/Actors - Wyckoff, NJ
Joe Buddens - Rapper - Jersey City, NJ
Joel Silver - Movie Producer (The Matrix/Die Hard) - South Orange, NJ
John Travolta - Actor - Englewood, NJ
Jon Stewart - Political Comedia/TV Host - Lawrence, NJ
Just Blaze - Producer/Disk Jockey - Patterson, NJ
David Ali - Promoter/Talent Manager - North Plainfield, NJ
Kevin Spacey - Actor - South Orange, NJ
Malcolm Jamal Warner - Child Star/Actor - Jersey City, NJ
Kirsten Dunst - Actress - Point Pleasant, NJ
Martha Stewart - Entrepenuer/TV Home Maker - Jersey City, NJ
Joe Pesci - Actor - Newark, NJ
Nathan Lane - Actor/Comedian - Jersey City, NJ
Queen Latifah - Rapper/Actress - Newark, NJ
Rah Digga - Rapper - Newark, NJ
Redman - Rapper/Actor - Newark, NJ
Shaquille O'Neal - Professional Basketball Player/Actor - Newark, NJ
Jack Nicholson - Actor/Producer/Writer - Neptune City, NJ
Vida Guerra - Model/Actress - Perth Amboy, NJ
These Idiots.
I’ve been asked many a time who the “hottest” woman on my blog is, and while the answer to that is always a matter of opinion… a matter my boys and I argue about weekly, one thing that doesn’t falter are the numbers. Right now the incredible Ms. Gianna DeNinno has managed (in a little under 6 short weeks) to cruise to the top of a list of women that have been publicized on my blog for a little under a year. Being the highest viewed woman on one of the fastest growing blogs in Bay deserves far more than a picture and a paragraph, so I decided to hit Gianna up and have talk with her about everything from her career, to her life at school, to her taste in music, to Call Of Duty, to the misconceptions people have about models. I have to admit I had a great time getting to pick the brain of my Blog’s number 1 stunner. Although my request for some new pictures was denied, every answer to each of my questions was an informative insight to one of the hottest girls in the urban modeling game, and solid proof that there’s a whole lot more to that booty than what meets men’s eyes. Check the method below.
DJ Storm: So as I understand it, your in school right now, whats it like for you walking around your campus? Do other students know you model, and what effect does your work life have on life for you at school? You must be a campus celebrity.
Gianna DeNinno: Actually I live in Denver most of the time, travel to Atl and Mia for business and personal reasons!! I’ll say personal instead of pleasure, haha!! I actually go to school online now, because of that very reason!! I’ve been in college for more than four straight years now and the first three were filled with holla’s and me hearing, “Shawty!! Shawwty!!! Aye shawtty!!! SHAWTY!!!” Wow, I felt when I’d walk around between classes, like I was being F’d (I’ll call it) by their eyes!! Haha…but for the most part I had lots of buddies! We’d actually pop our car doors while on campus and blast some Gucci or “Dallas swag music” and get our dougie or jerk on. I love that kind of sh*t…it’s real!! That’s enjoying life to me—catchin’ a stanky leg when the moment calls! 
DJS: Its super critical for everyone who really intends to be somebody to have a team behind them, including people like your managers, and your photographer, who else is on your team, and what roles do they play in your work life?
GDN: My photographer is my “modeling everything”!! He’s my photographer, web-designer, editor. He takes care of me when I’m in Miami. Lol I make him nervous though, he freaks out when he sees guys surround me. I’m like, “Yo chill the f*ck out dude!! Don’t have a panic attack over there!!” lol But that’s my muthaf*ckin’ homie! Think of a cross between Mr. Rogers and Eminem! Haha, he’s going to kill me for saying that, but it’s true.
DJS: A cross between Mr. Rogers and Eminem is a fierce combination. How did you guys link up?
GDN: Through Joanna and I’s Mixed Magazine cover shoot!
DJS: Congratulations on the All Star weekend gig. Thats gotta be super exciting, and I hear Derrick Rose knows how to party, so “Rose Pedals” should be a good time. What other event hosting gigs have you done recently, and whats it like running around in those types of parties?
GDN: Thank you!!! Not recently! But I have danced for Young Buck and Dorrough when they performed in Colorado last year. Dancing is my forte’! I was in a very well known hip hop crew back when I lived in Seattle. I was only 11 years old then! I think it’s just in my blood!
DJS: When your not hosting events, what spots do you like to party at in locally?
GDN: The best you’re going to get is I’m at the gym about 6 days a week! 24 Hour, you guys will just have to figure out which one!
DJS: So I know you have quite the following on twitter, and just like every other woman in the urban modeling industry, i’m sure you’ve had men say some outlandish sh*t to get your attention. (Even I couldn’t help making a comment about bringing you sweets someday if were at the same party.) But what are a few of the most ridiculous things you’ve had men say to you, either on twitter, or in a public social setting?
GDN: The one occurrence I always remember–I was at the gym doing cardio and some guy walked up to me and rubbed his hand across me. I looked at him like, “What the f*ck are you doin’?!!!!” He said, “Sorry to bother you, you’re just so sexy that I had to see if some of that sexiness could rub off on me!” lol I was so shocked, I even didn’t know what to say! Funny thing now is, we are good friends now! My Iz! Lol Also, many times in the club, I’ll be walking and men are always grabbing my arms. I usually just yank my arm away and keep walking, I never even see who does it. One night I did that and all of a sudden I felt liquid splash on me. I turned around and the guy was looking at me like, “What you gonna’ do?” lol I went and told my two buddies who were with me. I’ll say they ended it pretty well! Though I vow next time I’ll come at him first! Lol
DJS: Like I said, I follow you on twitter, (What can I say, I’m a fan… as is every other male on my staff) and I see its almost every day that you hit the gym. Do you have a personal trainer that you work with, or do you just have your own routine you follow, and if so, what is it?
GDN: Love the gym!! Been working out since I was 11. No trainer! I always felt like I could do it better. I just do a lot of cardio, abt an hour to two hours daily and legs about 2-3 times per week! I like to keep my ass jiggly with my little middle
DJS: I’ve seen the Mixed magazine featuring you and Joanna Shari, so I’m somewhat familiar with the story between you guys, but some people reading may not be. How did she have an influence on your modeling career, and whats your relationship with Joanna Shari like right now?
GDN: Joanna is who found me!! All thanks go to her!!! I love that girl, she’s like a sister to me. I’d do anything for her. She watches out for me, my Italiana! J We also know how to put down some food!!! haha
DJS: So I know you’ve done shoots for Mixed Magazine, As-Is ,YORaps, you’re the first lady of the Brick Squad Divas, and you’ve won the coveted Booty of the Year last year. But all in all what’s been your top 3 favorite working experiences? Like your favorite locations, favorite people to work with, or the most fun you’ve ever had on a shoot.
GDN: My favorite places are Georgia and Florida. I think I lived In Georgia in another life! Everything about it is familiar to me. It have this vibe, this feel, this enegy that is amazing. It feels like I was there before, real talk. Joanna is cool, very real, nothing fake about her, so probably our Mixed Mag photoshoot, is in my top favorites. Waka is a f*cking blast! Lol This nigga is on some other sh*t! He’s funny as f*ck, he keeps everything real and his energy when he performs is nothing like I’ve ever seen. He gives every song, every lyric, every dread shake his all. He has trademarked that sh*t again! That’s my favorite artist right there.
DJS: Let me go back for a quick second, to the Booty of the Year award, because I’m sure that just sparked the interest of many readers. Who runs the Booty of the Year contest, and how did you get involved with the competition?
GDN: Mixed Magazine! They saw me during one of our last photoshoots and said, “Yes hands down you won!” Yaay! Thanks guys, muah!
DJS: So after taking a look at your facebook page I noticed you have info for your Call Of Duty ID. In your spare time, are you a video game kinda girl (those are the sexiest kind), and if you are, what games are your favorite.
GDN: Unfortunately I gave my PS3 up, but Call of Duty Modern Warfare and Black Opps are my fav. I love anything that involves shooting or racing. Grand Theft is my sh*t too! lol Madden go hard I also like to read a lot. I was home schooled up until 10th grade before attending a public high school, so I’m used to teaching myself and constantly reading. I love being smarter than everyone else hehe heee! lol!
DJS: I had a chance to take a look at your website GiannaDeNinno.com the other day when my assistant hit you up, and I was very impressed, the entire site is dope. Who did you have set up your website, and how involved were your in the design process?
GDN: My photographer does all my graphic work. My old website used to be GiaBooty.com now it’s GiannaDeNinno.com The first name just sounded as if all I had was a booty! Lol I’m an arrogant genius with an IQ of 143. Definitely not just “a booty”! All of the graphics are not finished with the new site, but it’s coming together well. I tell my web-designer exactly how I want it. He says I’m never happy with any of it, hahaha, I just want it perfect!
DJS: I know you’re down with Flocka, but what other types of music do you like to listen to when your at home chillin? Who are some of your favorite artists out right now?
GDN: I listen to a lot of Waka, Gucci, Jeezy, OJ the Juice, T.I., and Rick Ross. But I think Wak and Gucci have the illest beats. That’s what I be bumpin’ in my car! Got two 15’s! …On some rare days I listen to some Indie music, like Colbe Calait, The Fray, One Republic, Coldplay etc. It feeds your soul. It’s real. I have many sides But hip hop is what I grew up to. I can fall asleep to it. Serious.
DJS: If you had the opportunity to work with any artist, either in print, or in music videos, who are the top 5 people in the music industry you’d want to work with and why?
GDN: Eminem music video, Gucci music video, Waka photoshoot, New Boys or Cali Swag music video, T.I. music video. Eminem has a very powerful energy with aggression, a lot of passion, he’s amazing. Gucci is just Gucci, haha!!! Wak’s appeal is undenying! New Boys or Cali Swag cause I’d love to dance for them and T.I. is a classic of mine and I’m sure many others.
DJS: I happen to know a few young ladies that are very interested in getting into the same type of modeling that you dominate, they have the look, and the desire, but if you could give hints to women out there that in a few years want to be where you are now, what would you tell them?
GDN: Don’t give up. Keep doing little things here and there, keep pushing. Pretty soon you go out and someone yells your name or ask, “Are you her!!!?” and you think, “D*mn this is really paying off!” This industry is like a Wall Street job, you have thousands, even millions of applicants you’re competing with. Your resumes has to be different than every other, if you want to stand out. You have to possess something no one else does. You’re lucky to even get in for an interview, so if you do, you better go hard in the paint my n*gga’, cause you only have one first impression. You can either be an applicant, a temp, an employee, or the boss. It’s up to you.
DJS: In your line of work, I’m sure you get to travel a lot, but what are some of the locations that you’d want to shoot in the most? And what are some concepts that you’d like to do for shoots in the future?
GDN: I am in love with the Jamaican culture. I think it’s very grounded and raw—that’s beautiful. I’d love to shoot there and in downtown New York. …Can’t tell you concepts, you’ll have to wait and see!
DJS: One thing I know local readers would want to know is, have you ever done any work in the Bay Area, and what would it take to get you to come out this way?
GDN: I mostly just fly out there for photoshoots right now…Give me a good business prop and I’m sure you can get me to come out that way!
DJS: I know a lot of times people think models aren’t the smartest of people and that some girls do favors to get ahead. What can you tell me about that?
GDN: I witness a lot of attractive girls who are uneducated/“act stupid” not sure if they think it’s cute or if they are just really that way. I also believe with attraction you don’t have to work so hard to get your way, but proving yourself is a job in itself. I am a full time student, never partied in high school, kind of just do my own thing and mind my business. People believe because I pose in lingerie that I do other things. Nah don’t get it twisted! To be clear, I’d never do porn or ever will, EVER and I’d never do those acts for money. My values are strong, they’ve been tested a lot in this industry. I know myself and I’m proud of that. Because I model I get put into this very degrading category sometimes. I say, “I don’t need to do any of this!!” I do it because I want to. I was originally going to school to be a doctor; last year I switched over to Business and Communications. Once again I don’t need to do any of this, I do it while I look youthful and enjoy it while it lasts! J And when it comes to favors… I hear some models do favors to get on covers, etc. …I say Ya’ll can keep your f*ckin magazine!! …I’ll keep my values. Muah!
Well it was nice chatting with you DJ Storm, but I have to hit the grind again! Tell my fans they can follow me at http://www.Twitter.com/GiannaDeNinno or my http://www.Facebook.com/GiannaDeNinno and for bookings, GiannaDeNinno@Gmail.com …Love my fans!! Muah! Ciao!!!
Click the pic to watch the video.
I was watching a program on the Sundance Channel titled “Brick City” which is mini series short about Newark, New Jersey, it’s mayor, and its citizens. They discuss issues like violent crime reduction, gangs, and the people who protect the city. During a commercial I got a text that said the “Welcome To My Hood” video dropped by DJ Khaled, Plies, Rick Ross, T Pain, and Lil Wayne, and I found it quite fitting. Now lets keep in mind, by no means is Newark my hood, I’m South Plainfield all day. But I’m a strong supporter of anything Jersey (besides the ‘Shore’), so I had to mention the EWR. Below is the behind the scenes video for the shoot of “Welcome To My Hood” produced by T Pain’s team. But to see the finished product, click the pic above for the official video.
After the debacle that was X-Men: The Last Stand, Fox is trying to reboot its Marvel mutant franchise by having Bryan Singer, who directed the well-liked first two installments of the initial trilogy, to produce a prequel. And the studio hired Matthew Vaughn, who was actually on tap to direct Last Stand before deciding against it, to direct First Class, which is not only a prequel, but a period prequel, set in the funky 1960s. And it’s got a crop of many up-and-comers and new stars such as Jennifer Lawrence, Nicholas Hoult and Michael Fassbender. So is this a makeup movie that sets the ship back on course? The answer comes June 3. Check the trailer out below and enjoy.
For the warmest seasons of 2011 Mango has chosen to continue their collaboration with Scarlett Johansson who is the spokesmodel for the brand since 2009. The ad campaign was shot at the Casa la Ricarda in Barcelona by Mario Sorrenti. Jane How was styling director for the shoot, while hair and makeup were by Aaron de Mey and Oribe respectively. The new Mango collection, called Modernist Resort, has gone for a clean, modernist look with a focus on simple lines and minimalist silhouettes that use bright colours and graphic contrasts in the stripes to add energy. The longer skirt move towards pencil styles and slightly fuller forms, adding movement and sensuality.
Typography is something that fascinates me to no end, and when Reginald Sylvester is your younger brother, and you have a graphic designer for a personal assistant, you see it all the time. Essentially Typography the art of arranging, designing and modifying type. Creating a well designed typography poster is no easy task, and takes time and patience. When a poster focuses only on typography as its main element, the designer has to carefully craft his design to make sure that the type is both legible and artistic at the same time. In his 16 Posters series, graphic designer Jerod Gibson creates typographic movie posters and enhances them by adding the famous quotes from the movies to the silhouetted designs. Check the method below.
It seems like now a days, everyone is gearing up to watch the Super Bowl on Feb 6th, but unfortunately for me, I’ll be on a flight from Los Angeles to the Bay while the Bowl is on TV. I’m more of a basketball fan, but the Super Bowl is a giant excuse to party on a Sunday, so I take it very seriously no matter what teams are playing, and I also clammer to see what funny commercials and brand new trailers that debut. NOT saying that football isn’t a very enthralling sport, it’s just that you never see any plays that look like this during the big game…
(Note: Thats a MIDDLE SCHOOL team, and that video has over 15 Million views on Youtube. I can’t believe they got away with that.)
So knowing that I won’t be on the ground this year to watch, I went to look up a list of the movie trailers I’d be missing come sunday, and below a list of my findings. I have to say though that all this movie excitement is one of the highlights of my year, so although it’s a shame I’m going to miss it, I urge my family, friends, and fans, PLEASE do not text, or hit me up on twitter on Sunday after something like the Captain America preview telling me how ridiculously awesome it was. I’ll get a chance to see and review everything when I have a chance.
After his recent “beef” with World Star Hip Hop, and the ensuing video of him blasting the f*ck off, ’50 Cent called into Shade 45 today during G-Unit Saturday and the he was hitting all moving targets. DJ Whoo Kid must have known what was coming because he dipped out the back of the building right before 50 called in. But Nelson and Young Jack Thriller got jabbed lightly, as 50 told Nelson he needs to lay off the mayonnaise sandwiches, and talked about Jack doing cocaine out of his glass eye. The only person the G-Unit General didn’t mess with was Mimi. Fif keeps it cool with the ladies despite what you might have heard about a twitter incident with Ciara yesterday. 50 had so many projects he’s working on, it almost seems like he never sleeps. His new Sleek By 50 headphones, his acting career, the new eye wear by Gunnar to name a few. But he did acknowledge he has a strong team around him that helps to keep things running smoothly. The Nicki Minaj vs Lil Kim beef has some people picking sides. Fif weighed in on the situation. ”There’s only two girls … it’s just about creating a sound from Kim’s perspective,” 50 said. “When I look at then actually competing I think it’s harmless. They add interesting stories because Kim is the original and Nicki is right now.” He also confirmed his new album is almost done, although he wouldn’t reveal the name of it just yet. Much has been made of 50′s dramatic weight loss for his role in the movie ‘Things Fall Apart’, which has helped generate a lot of interest in the project. The Cheetah Vision Films boss revealed the public will get a chance to see it soon. ”Things Fall Apart will actually premier March 5 in the Miami Film Festival,” 50 said. Peep the rest of this great interview below. 50 talks about putting his beef with Cam’ron to bed, his expectations for G-Note Records 1st artist Governor and Hot Rod and chopping it up with Hugh Hefner.’
I’m an avid Bruce Lee fan, and one night long ago, my best friend and I were watching ‘Enter The Dragon’, and a scene came about towards the end when Lee kicks the dog-s*ht out of his final opponent. (My apologies for using that terminology, but there’s really no other way to describe it.) Fast forward to tonight, while my buddies and I were working, a conversation spawned about brutality in movies, and while attempting to bring up the original ‘Enter The Dragon’ scene containing Bruce’s fatal kick, we stumbled upon this, and haven’t stopped laughing since.
The other day after my little incident in Emeryville with the police, I came home only to to be engaged in an annoying conversation with a disgruntled female, and afterwards the only thing I could think to bring my irritated mood, was a bit of stand up. When I say I watch stand up, I literally mean I’ll watch no less than 5 or 6 specials from 3 or 4 comedians for 6 or 7 hours while I work at home. One of the best acts I watched that day was a little piece from British comedian Ricky Gervais about Noah’s Ark. Gervais has an uncanny ability to take a simple story, and point out facts that seem like they should be obvious in a way you never really thought about before. The section of his most recent stand up (Out Of England 2) thats named “The Book Of Noah” had me cracking up the entire time. I wasn’t able to find the entire 17 minute piece, but the video below is a good chunk of Ricki Gervais’ best. Check the method below.
Many many moons ago, (about 4 years) I went to the movies with a close friend of mine, the photographer Audrey Amelie to see Ice Age 2: The Meltdown, and I had an amazing time. Ever since then I have a really positive association with anything Ice Age, and since the first time I saw the new short called “Scrat’s Continental Crack-Up”, I’m pretty sure I’ve watched it no less than 65 times. The short is almost like a DVD bonus movies that you get now a days, and features Scrat doing what he does best, freaking out, and chasing a single acorn. For those of you who have never seen any of the Ice Age movies, Scrat (pictured above) is a character who’s story line in the movies is totally separate from anything else going on in the movie, but as the movie progresses, his story always aligns with the main story arc. So it’s interesting that he was given his own moment in the spotlight, and although it’s relatively short, it’s still quite enjoyable. (And one of the few family friendly things on this blog.) Click the picture to watch the movie.
'Batman 3' Will be titled 'The Dark Knight Rises'
Anne Hathaway has been cast as Catwoman, a.k.a. Selina Kyle, in “The Dark Knight Rises,” Warner Bros. announced Wednesday. Hathaway, who is also hosting the Oscars this year, might seem a little cutesy for the traditionally sexy role, which has been played by bombshells Michelle Pfeiffer and Halle Berry in the past. But better Hathaway than other actresses in consideration for the role, such as Keira Knightley (not right at all) and Jessica Biel (even worse). The real question, of course, is how will Hathaway match up to her predecessors. I can’t wait to see some pictures of the costume.
Bane going to be played by Tom Hardy in “The Dark Knight Rises,” contrary to persistent rumors. Hardy, who was Christopher Nolan’s first new hire for his last Batman movie’s cast, is on board for Bane and to say that I’m pumped about this casting is nothing short of an understatement, if you’ll forgive the pun. For those of you who aren’t terribly familiar with Bane, Bane is an escaped convict from an island prison in South America and a supervillain. Bane has abnormal strength as a result of having had experiments with a derivative of the drug Venom performed on him.
Behold. The newest Spider-Man is here in all his dark, mysterious, side-lit glory. Here’s the first official shot from director Marc Webb’s upcoming revamp starring Andrew Garfield. And it looks like our friendly neighborhood webslinger has had a bad day. Not only does he appear to have been battered around—maybe by a lizard tail?—but he’s bummed enough to go strolling down the street without his mask on. True, it’s New York City, where people might not give a guy in a skintight bodysuit a second glance, but why take the chance? Still, our fave part about this pic is the backpack. For all his power, you can’t forget Peter Parker is still a high school student. Yes, he might save the world, but he still has to get his homework done. No one ever said being super was easy.
