Detroit Taste Makers League

Monica Blaire Live At the DIA

2010-01-14T14:44:00.000-08:00

On Friday January 8, 2010 Detroit's soulful songstress, Monica Blaire, broke records. I know what you're thinking..."Did she hit a high note and break a glass?" "Did Monica get the most amount of roses thrown on the stage in one show?" "Oh I know...Monica had the most costume changes?" Well unfortunatley she broke none of the above records. But what she DID do is bring in the most amount of

Electric Slideshow: Ro Spit "Oh Sh#!t Project" Release Party (Drews)

2009-12-17T22:48:00.000-08:00

TIP: If you click the link below the slide show, you can view the slide show full screen. "Oh Sh#! Project"Create a free slideshow with Picnik!

Late Night with Russell Howard/Ron Dance

2009-12-02T16:22:00.000-08:00

When you hear about a rap show in Down River, you never really know what to expect. When Ron Dance says he's putting on a show with a live band... you REALLY don't know what to expect. On Thanksgiving weekend Ron Dance put on action packed show at a small venue in Southgate. I wouldn't categorize this as your typical hip hop show. You know...DJ spins...rapper raps...dj spins again...more

The Fresh Air Tour. (Brother Ali, Evidence, Toki Wright & BK-One)

2009-11-20T18:21:00.000-08:00

In celebration of Brother Ali's new album release "Us" (Rhymesayers Ent), he put on a very aggressive cross-country tour with Evidence, BK-One and Toki Wright. When I say aggressive I mean Kimbo-Slice-aggressive. 50 shows in 60 days. That's on some Major League Baseball schedule type shit. The pace of this tour is so serious that Evidence even gave up the greenery until the tour is over. Now

Detroitrap.com's Monthly Mixer Turns Into the Sixer!!!

2009-11-18T20:07:00.000-08:00

One on very special Thursday every month you can go to the Bullfrog in Redford and peep The Monthly Mixer put on by Detroitrap.com. Michigan's hungriest producers duke it out round after round on the wheels in beat battle with what they consider some of their finest work. You will often catch artists like Street Justice and producers like Malaki The Most Hi, YC, DA the Don stealing the show.

Lessons Learned From A Long-Hair-Dont-Care Roadie

2009-11-15T20:27:00.000-08:00

At the Detroit Taste Makers League Sundays are my day to vent and give you personal stories about the tv show that is my life. As a single lady *Beyonce plays* it's a little difficult to navigate the social landscape of dating at times. I'm not playing a victim here, I just know that it's complicated for both men and women. We grew up in the 80's and 90's where we watched music videos and epic

God Bless Jimmy Fallon for Supporting Hip Hop (Wale)

2009-11-11T19:08:00.000-08:00

I don't have cable. So I have to rely on internet buzz to see what's poppin on tv. I'm not opposed to that. Helps me step my research game up. Peep Wale on live on Jimmy Fallon with the Roots. (Dopeness) If you haven't purchased Wale's new album "Attention Deficit" I recommend you cop heavy. They were running out left and right in stores, but Wale put out on twitter that management will be

Wyclef X Akon Collabo. (woah Woah! WOAH!)

2009-11-11T18:53:00.000-08:00

Color me confused!!! What in THEE hell are Wyclef and Akon doing?????????? What is this? Where is this????? What is going on. (UBER PAUSE) Via: Pause Police

What They Really Said Wednesday...(My Perrogative)

2009-11-11T18:32:00.000-08:00

My Perrogative. Classic Joint. The King of R&B is confident, sure and focused. But what's he really saying? Bobby Brown - My PrerogativeUploaded by jpdc11. - Music videos, artist interviews, concerts and more. What He Really Said Was: I can bang old as Whitney Houston and bring children into the world and become a crack head if I so please. I don't need permission. I make my own decisions.

What They Really Said Wednesday...(Wasted)

2009-11-11T18:27:00.000-08:00

"Rock star lifestyle might don't make it..." I am going to confess, when I'm a little tipsy on the bubbly I start singing this song. Or I just keep repeating the phrase "I'm Gucci Mane Wasted" (I need to grow up, yes I know) I've uncovered the deeper meaning behind this song: "Yes I'm intoxicated, but my Nig* gave this dope ass beat for like $45.00 so I am going to capitalize on suburban

What They Really Said Wednesday... (RunThis Town)

2009-11-11T18:18:00.000-08:00

So we all know about the whole Chris Breezy and Rhi-Rhi thing right? Right! Ok. Good. I'm sure you've all heard "Run This Town" with Jay-Z, Kanye West and Rihanna. Well if you haven't here's the video again. But here is the real version of the video that Chris Brown and Rihanna's people don't want you to see. It's pretty emotional. I tried to warn you. Via: Affion Crockett

101: Rap For Dummies (11.5.09)

2009-11-10T18:42:00.000-08:00

Have you heard of Detroit's newest rap super group? Well they go by the name of 101. They are all they got. They are a secret society where all they ask is trust. Sounds intense right? 101 is.... Ro Spit (1) Marv Won (0) Ron Dance (1) They put on a super live show last Thursday at the Shelter. There were great performances by Phat Boy Chef, Jwan, Earlly Mac, Fatt Father and my personal

#weloveuhex

2009-10-22T14:07:00.000-07:00

#weloveuhex#stillprayingforhex#weloveuhexandrobyn#detroitmakestheworldgoroundOften times you hear the phrase, "Detroit Stand Up!" This phrase often comes as a part of a call to arms to rally the troops whether in support, defense or celebration of all that is Detroit hip hop. Well Detroit, Redford, Farmington Hills, Warren, Inkster, Dearborn, Ferndale, Flint, Miami, Cleveland, Chicago, Los

Dillanthology Listening Party Pics (10.13.09)

2009-10-15T21:13:00.000-07:00

If you know anything about Dilla fans, you know that we know how to have a good time when good music and positive energy is in the air. That always seems to be the case at 5E Gallery. whether its discussions on the digital age of hip hop, grimy reggae after hours or a celebration of the musical legend of J.Dilla, you can always expect to walk away with a great story to tell. Every Tuesday night

Detroit Makes The World Go 'Round (Literally)

2009-10-12T18:43:00.000-07:00

This is short and sweet. I assume that you (Taste Makers Audience) are bright individuals and don't need me to go into detail about what's good this week....Peep the flyers below.

Detroit Taste Makers Selection: Exclusive: The Find Magazine X DJ Houseshoes Present… – The Shimmy [Mix]

2009-10-08T16:03:00.000-07:00

"Detroit's Ambassador To The World" and the self proclaimed President of the Detroit Taste Makers League, does it again. After the release of the epic "King James Version" he gives us another treat. He teamed up with The Find Magazine and put out this ill mixtape..."The Shimmy". The mix includes Royce 5'9, Fashawn, 14KT, Quelle, Shawn Jackson, Black Milk, Wajeed, 14 KT and oh yes Ghostface

Ann Arbor: Not Just for Urban Outfitters anymore

2009-10-06T18:48:00.000-07:00

Disclaimer: I would like to offer my official apology in advance to anyone who resides in or near Ann Arbor. And to anyone who is a fan by choice or by relation to the University of Michigan.With that said. I hate going to Ann Arbor. For one reason and one reason only. I get lost every time I enter or leave that city. EVERY TIME without fail. I wish I was making this up but it's true. I went to

Ann Arbor's Talent Show Starring: Yoshi

2009-10-06T18:47:00.001-07:00

I had the pleasure of meeting local hip hop artist, Yoshi last year at the Red Bull Music Academy Session. We chopped it up for a little bit about music ... nice dude.Fast forward to Summertime 2009 and I'm talking to my homeboy D.Allie at the Mayer Hawthorne show in, where else... Ann Arbor. (For the record I got lost on my way to this show)Me: Who's this Yoshi cat opening up for Mayer H.?

Ann Arbor's League of Extraordinary Gentlemen.

2009-10-06T17:56:00.000-07:00

Ladies and Gentlemen (Ladies pay closer attention)....say hello to Ann Arbor/Ypsi's ATHLETIC MIC LEAGUEBuff 114 KTGrand ChampTextureTres StylesVitalDJ HaircutThey've been delivering inherently intelligent hip hop around the country since '98. Talk about paying dues. I don't know about you, but I was eating personal pan pizzas every day from Oakland University's pizza hut in '98. When you

Ann Arbor's Unofficial Mayer...Hawthorne That Is.

2009-10-06T17:23:00.001-07:00

If you haven't heard of Mayer Hawthorne by now, you should probably pack up all of your belongings and move to a bigger place. Because that rock you've been sleeping under is going to get awfully cold this winter. His music started as just goofing around until Peanutbutter Wolf of Stones Throw got ahold of it. And PB.Dubb is no dummy. He knows good ol' fashion sangin' when he hears it. Signed DJ

How To Tell If They Are The Right Fit For You.

2009-09-27T20:12:00.000-07:00

If you have ever gone on a date and thought any following statements, then this blog is written for you my friend."If he is this dumb on a date to Buddy's Pizza, how will he act at an outing with my co-workers?" "Will she act like a snob if I take her to a hip hop show at Drews? Shit! She only listens to the Jonas Brothers!" "If I took him to Funk Night would he end up in the fetal position in

Evidence x Fashawn X Rakaa Freestyle @ RTB VIP

2009-09-17T09:45:00.000-07:00

In case you forgot what real hip hop looks, feels and sounds like...Don't worry here is a reminder. You feel better now? Good. Enjoy the rest of your day.

The Problem With Mixtapes...

2009-09-17T09:36:00.000-07:00

It's The Real (The funniest vlog on planet earth)Stumbled across this on thier site. This is hilarious and has happened to me.Mood Muzak from jeff on Vimeo.Video Courtesy of: It's The Real

Hot Mess Monday VMA Edition: Kanye West Vs. Taylor Swift

2009-09-14T19:19:00.000-07:00

Okay, here's my opinion and I am going to get it over with. Kanye West. Yeah he's an asshole. Are you surprised? Hasn't he kinda always been an asshole? MTV ShowsThat's why he's so popular right? Shit, Beyonce let him spit a few bars about THAT VERY SUBJECT on her joint. Okay, yea Taylor Swift is a cute little country singer, but really is it that big of a deal? I don't think so and here's why

You Aren't Fat Until Someone Asks You If You're Pregnant

2009-09-14T18:20:00.000-07:00

The title of this entry may seem kind of odd. It may seem vague. It's almost as if I'm leading you to a point. Yes I am. The point is this, self-ignorance is bliss. I just celebrated my 30th birthday and as soon as the clock struck midnight on September 7th, the shit hit the fan. Last Wednesday I went to the mall. My co-workers got me a gift certificate to Foot Locker so I went a little buckw

Detroit Taste Makers League Credo

2009-09-02T11:50:00.000-07:00

What exactly is a Taste Maker you ask? "Taste Maker (Tay-st May-ker): An individual who's determination of what's stylish influences a significant quantity or quality of people resulting in a supportive trend." Source:Urban Dictionary What exactly is the Detroit Taste Makers League? The Detroit Taste Makers League. A League of extra odinary ladies and gentlemen who make oridinary obsolete

News Tues: Why Didn't This Happen In 1999?

2009-09-02T11:10:00.000-07:00

Oakland U. Professors May StrikeClasses Slated To Start ThursdayPOSTED: Wednesday, September 2, 2009UPDATED: 1:23 pm EDT September 2, 2009Google Images ROCHESTER, Mich. -- Classes at Oakland University are slated to start Thursday, but the school has issued a statement saying some professors may strike because labor negotiations are still not settled.The university posted the statement on their

New Muse Tues Alert: Mayer Hawthorne & Ghostface Killah

2009-09-02T10:41:00.000-07:00

September is always good for some fresh music. That's because I was born in this holy month. This September is no different. I am skipping what's out today and going straight for two of my favorites. (One new favorite and one all time favorite) Next Tuesday: 9/8/09Mayer Hawthorne and The County's: "A Strange Arrangement" (Stone's Throw) You can actually cop this early on the low-low at I-Tunes.

What He Really Meant Was...

2009-09-02T10:16:00.000-07:00

Music has been around pretty much since the dawn of time. Artists and musicians sometimes use music as a release, a portal for self expression, a stage to tell a story. More often than not it's just a song with terrible content and shitty overlay of baps and drums.I have taken it upon myself to give you the bottom line to what these songs are really saying. So the next time you are at the club

Ghostface Vid: Baby

2009-08-25T15:15:00.001-07:00

The video is cute. The song is cute. I'm not mad at Ghost. I can never be mad at Ghost.Wizard of Poetry: In Emerald City drops 9/29/09.

DTML Video Selection: Raekwon X J.Dilla

2009-08-25T14:54:00.000-07:00

Raekwon drops "Only Build For Cubin Links" Tuesday, September 8. (Same day as Mayer Hawthorne, One day after my birthday thank you) The first single is "House of Flying Daggers" with the illest beat provided by the late great J.Dilla. The track features Meth, Ghost, RZA & GZA (5 Deadly Venoms) This video is sick! Both in a good way in a bad way. The illustration and animation are amazing! This

News Toos: Only On The Eastside...

2009-08-25T14:28:00.000-07:00

Would some dumb brawd create a fake sex ad on Craigslist. She put this chicks full government name, address and phone number up! That takes some ovaries!! She did this because this chick in her hood is dating some guy who used to dig her out. But my favorite part of this story is how they give the first and last name of both women involved. They say the city they are from about 8 times and do mad

Rhettmatic @ Oslo

2009-08-24T19:06:00.000-07:00

So my good friend Phathom (Peep his BLOG) said something interesting to me this summer.Phath: You know Dubbs, your blog should really capture the ill parties around the city that people may not necessicarily know about. Adrienne: Yea, yea, yea I know. Phath: No seriously! Like this one! This is a dope spot! You're a taste maker right? Well put people on to what's tasty.Well I finally got my big

Putting My Business In The Street.

2009-08-10T19:48:00.000-07:00

I know you are sitting there saying this to yourself..."Damn. Adrienne is pretty fun. Ha ha ha. I really like her blog. She puts me up on music, parties in the D, funny shit, random shit and even fashion for BOTH men AND women. But I know she's got some wild ass personal stories. How come she doesn't mention any of them." That I do. I would love to go on and on and about the dumb shit I get into

Bishop Lamont Video (Rob Dyrdek makes me smile)

2009-08-10T19:35:00.001-07:00

The vixen in this video makes me want to shave my head like all those other crazy bitches in the industry.

Dwele Live Performance in L.A. @ Brixton

2009-08-10T19:24:00.000-07:00

Dwele Performance from The Takeover Radio Show on Vimeo.

Hot Mess Monday: Keyshia Cole.

2009-08-10T19:00:00.000-07:00

O Keyshia. I adore her and all of her ghetto-fabulousness but she took it straight to the hood. Female celebs are having clipper fetishes lately. Solange Knowles? Cassie? Amber Rose?I applaud for keeping her style switched up...but the stars? the dye? really?

Married To The Mob: Fall 2009

2009-08-10T18:41:00.001-07:00

I was disappointed with their summer line this year. Mainly because they made some cute bikinis for the summer. But I was dreaming when I thought they would make them in my size. But the bitches came back in full force with their fall line. Clean looks. Rich colors. These jeans are a definite cop for the fall. This would look so spicy with a vintage yellow button down cardigan, a wife beater,

Zoo York's New Line of Decks.

2009-08-10T18:01:00.000-07:00

So sweet. Zoo York linked up with photographer Alessandro Zuek Simonetti to do a new series of decks. These images were shot out of a helicopter over NYC. A fucking helicopter man! Cop the series here------> KCDCCheck out Alessandro's work here ------> SimonettiThank Complex here ------> Ecko Complex

Black Milk Broadcast: R.I.P. Baatin

2009-08-10T17:58:00.001-07:00

DETROIT TASTEMAKERS LEAGUE VIDEO SELECTION: Mayer Hawthorne "Maybe So, Maybe No"

2009-08-10T17:47:00.001-07:00

Mayer Hawthorne - Maybe So, Maybe No from Stones Throw on Vimeo.In Stores: 9.8.09* Click Here to cop -------> Mayer Hawthorne's "A Strange Arrangement"*The day after my birthday thank you!This video reinforces why I want to move to LA.

DETROIT TASTEMAKERS LEAGUE: Danny Brown Freestyle

2009-08-10T17:37:00.000-07:00

"make the band walk and get me a cheese steak"This is why Danny Brown is one of my favorite rappers of all time of all rappers ever.

X Large. You Up On That???

2009-08-07T10:36:00.000-07:00

I used to be back in the day when Mike D from the Beastie Boys was a share holder in the business. You could only get it in New York, LA and Japan at thet time. Since I was in college and living off of Tostino pizza rolls and dressing like an asshole I never made my way to see what these pieces really looked like. I went to NYC like 9 years ago and hit up their store in the meat packing district

Detroit Tastemakers League: Concert Info

2009-08-07T10:03:00.000-07:00

Cool Kids X Big Sean X Ro Spit X Clipse @St. Andrews August 23rd. Cop tix here ----> Live NationCop kix and tix here ---> Burn RubberFor Live Nation updates follow my League Mate Shannon aka 6'2 on TwitterClipse will be doing an In-Store at Burn Rubber on August 23rd. They will be previewing the new album: 'Till The Casket Drops. I will try to be in the building taking pics so stay tuned.

Drake Drizzy Rogers. (Faded)

2009-08-07T10:00:00.000-07:00

Why doesn't he perform more in Detroit? He's from T.Dot. Hmmmmmm

Future Mother of the Year Award Goes To Me.

2009-08-07T07:40:00.000-07:00

1 of the reasons I want to have kids???To dress them in high end fashion. Who cares if they miss the bathroom or spill grape jelly on it...it's still Jean Paul Gaultier! Courtesy of: High Snobette

Nike (Hyperizers Video)

2009-08-07T07:34:00.001-07:00

Pretty funny shit. Peep it. The oil sheen is my favorite part!

Pretty Toney talks about his Pretty Style.

2009-08-07T07:28:00.000-07:00

If you know me you know that I love Ghostface. He is my favorite rapper. He talks to streetlevel.com about his fashion sense and style. And of course about them Wallabes boi!!! Courtesy of: Nah Right

G-Shock:Shock The World Video

2009-08-06T07:04:00.000-07:00

The G-Shock Party in NYC was all the buzz last night. Here's a peak at the vidjo. Props to NahRight

Noos Tues: I Got 5 On It.

2009-07-28T06:11:00.000-07:00

Police: Man Killed Over $5 Bag Of Pot Police Say Man Was Playing Trick On Teen Dealer POSTED: Monday, July 27, 2009UPDATED: 11:37 pm EDT July 27, 2009WARREN, Mich. -- Police said four teenagers confronted a 46-year-old man who failed to pay for $5 worth of marijuana, and one of them smashed the victim's head with a piece of cement, killing him.Warren police said the slaying happened Sunday around

Why I'm Single.

2009-07-28T06:02:00.000-07:00

Times are tough, people are out of jobs...which decreases libido and makes motherfuckers crazy! I don't want to have to deal with this shit... Woman Killed, Set On Fire Inside Bar Manhunt Launched For Suspected Killer POSTED: Tuesday, July 28, 2009UPDATED: 8:56 am EDT July 28, 2009 RIVER ROUGE, Mich. -- An interstate manhunt for a man suspected of stabbing his girlfriend to death and then setting

Manga!

2009-07-26T19:13:00.001-07:00

I'm just saying...

"I Keep An Artsy Bitch" -Jude

2009-07-25T20:21:00.000-07:00

Talking to my friend Jude this evening... he was on his way to an art exhibit in LA with his friend. He said he was wearing a Michael Vick jersey. (I want to marry him for that) But it got me thinking about art and shit and I came across this...Art exhibits by Petros ChrisostomouThis is probably my worst nightmare come true. A whole bunch of dirt and giant bananas. (I am allergic and hence

NEW! Dead Prez Video: Summertime

2009-07-25T20:04:00.001-07:00

This video is what hip hop x summertime is all about. The vibe in this video is the reason why I wanted to move to New York. This is a great track. This is the first joint from Dead Prez that doesn't make me want to punch a white person in the chest.

Throwback Joint To Make Your Heart Melt A Little More

2009-07-25T19:56:00.000-07:00

Just for the hell of it...to give you that extra ooey gooey rich and chewy feeling.Amerie - Why Don't We Fall In Loveby Drunken-Li-Dragon

View Urban Decay and Political Corruption @ 2 MPH

2009-07-24T18:24:00.000-07:00

So you can now take a tour of the city on Segways? Seriously? I'll pass on that one. I'm not really into zipping around the city on a wack ass motorized scooter unless its to investigate what crackhead busted my window out of my car in front of Lafayette and robbed me. But hey! Do what you wish!!!Scoot On Bitches <----click here to watch.

Hot Mess Monday (Kinda Early or Really Late...The Choice Is Yours)

2009-07-24T18:17:00.001-07:00

Lil Kim and Lisa Raye.A Hot Ass Mess.These two need to sit down somewhere. And yes I will hate on Lisa Raye for being an old ass brawd who married the KING OF TURKS AND CACOS!!! Kim needs to take her tits out and go read a book. Lisa Raye needs to do Players Club 2 with her 16 year old daughter working the pole. Instead of diamond, we will call her off spring CZ

Wow @ Mariah

2009-07-24T17:51:00.001-07:00

Song is awful.Video is awful.I bet Gucci Mane's breath stinks. Mariah Carey Feat. Gucci Mane - Obsessed (Official Video)by Henrietta-Aime-Fumer_Tv

Mike Posner

2009-07-24T17:28:00.001-07:00

Ok. Ok. So I have been pretty silent in regards to Mike Posner & The Brain Trust. He's a cat from Southfield doin' it to it. I'm not going to lie, I wasn't really feeling him at first. The whispiness of his voice kind of irked me....until now! I was toolin' around on the 'net. (Which is what bloggers do. We just regurj shit that someone else already put on blast) and I cam across this track."

DTML: Mayer Hawthorne Party X A Strange Arrangement

2009-07-24T16:25:00.000-07:00

I am always ranting and raving about how much I love Mayer Hawthorne's music. Well today is no different my friends. 2 things that will make you smile all the while.1. Mayer Hawthorne will be spinning next week @Ronin Sushi in Royal Oak. I went the last time and it was one of the best time's I ever had in my life. 2. Mayer Hawthorne's : The Strange Arrangement comes out this September. (Only a

DTML Release Selection: Guilty Simpson x Madlib = O.J. Simpson

2009-07-24T16:19:00.000-07:00

Madlib = Otis JacksonGuilty's Last = SimpsonThis yeilds what I am sitting on pins and needles for.... OJ SimpsonThe collabo joint coming from Madlib and Guilt.The Detroit Taste Makers League will keep you posted on the rumored album release party in the D. Stone's Throw has more details!!

Before...When Adubble was Adrienne She Use To Fuck With..

2009-07-24T13:17:00.000-07:00

Pagers: The way that shit looked on your hip back in the day was fire! Getting a page from your boo boo with "143" was the business. Spelling "boobs" upside down with 59009. Remember those clear joints?? I actually had this model. White Boy Rappers: Man oh man. These dudes were my weakness. It didn't care how bad they were, I was a fan. (er groupie?) I had "dated" so many that it got to the

Confession Friday

2009-07-24T13:11:00.001-07:00

I signed up for Twitter and now I can't stop myself from shouting randomly into the depths of cyberspace. All I can think of now is witty things to say in 140 characters or less. It's ridiculus. I have to learn about the "@" sign "#" sign "FF" With that being said... Tweet me down @Adubble_DTML

Detroit Taste Makers's League Selection: Big Sean

2009-07-24T13:07:00.000-07:00

"Getcha Some" Video featuring Kanye West.Really really really big shouts out to Burn Rubber looking so official in this.

What Would You Say if Kanye West produced a Pop/Hip Hop Record For Sting? David Bowie Maybe? How About Duran Duran?

2009-07-08T20:34:00.001-07:00

Well this is what you would get...Mr. HudsonGroup out of England on Kanye's G.O.O.D. label. Hot shit. Check out Kanye's blog for a listen and a free download...You are a few clicks away from musical euphoria

1-2-3eeeee It's Kinda Dangerous to Be an M-C-E-E-E

2009-07-08T20:25:00.000-07:00

Celebreate the reunion of Blackstar (Mos Def x Talib Kweli) by sporting this stylish tee on your body for only $26. Available @Karmaloop(For the record still pissed that is was just a rumor that Mos was @Rock The Bells...FYI)

PAUSE JA RULE PAUSE @ :33

2009-07-08T20:15:00.000-07:00

Please don't come back. I remember when Lizzie Grubman tried to throw you a party like 5 years ago in NYC (your back fucking yard) and no one wanted to come. THAT WAS 2004! ITS 2009! "I have some questions Ja Rule may not have the answers for..." -Dave Chappelle

Wow @Finale. Wow.

2009-07-08T20:10:00.001-07:00

VIMBY - Finale A cappella

New Muse Tues. (Woops. Late.) Royce Nickel Nine Edition

2009-07-08T20:04:00.001-07:00

Royce 5'9's new ish... "The Revival EP" dropped yesterday.Did you cop it? You should. Slaughterhouse. Seen 'em twice now. Have you? You should.

Best I Ever Had Video (Kanye West Direction)

2009-07-08T20:01:00.000-07:00

I had hope again for music videos with the Eminem joint, but then it all came to a screeching halt with this shit. ( I still love the song)

Detroit Tastemakers League: Eminem (Beautiful Video)

2009-07-08T19:59:00.000-07:00

Ok...This video made the song for me. Totally.

Noh Worry Wednesday: Hiatus x Demarco x Jim Jones

2009-07-08T19:48:00.000-07:00

Although Noh Worry Wednesday's are currently on hiatus for the summer*, that doesn't mean Im going to hold out on the reggae tracks for you.Peep this Demarco remix with Jim Jones. (Are you surprised I'm mentioning Jim Jones? Really?)Noh Worry Wednesdays will be back in effect the last Wednesday in August.

New Muse Tues. (Woops. Late.)

2009-07-08T18:49:00.000-07:00

Woops. Sorry about that.I was going to post this yesterday, but my internet was down. (You know how it is gettin' that free wi-fi. It's a crap shoot)To start off. I <3 Alchemist. Always have. Probably always will. (Unless he comes out with some really dumb shit) I was super geeked to hear he had been working with Eminem then got even more hyped when I heard about Chemical Warfare.I took a listen.

Alchemist X Lil' Wayne X Travis McCoy (I Know Your Name)

2009-07-06T18:34:00.000-07:00

This by far is the best track Travis McCoy (Gym Class Heroes) has ever spit. I mean ever in his fine ass existence on planet earth. His voice is perfect for Alchemist's beat. Lil' Wayne really only does the hook on this track. I believe this came about because Weezy and Travy toured together. (I heard the stories about these guys straight from Travy's mouth..shit was crazy!)Click here to listen

Why I Haven't Been Blogging 3: Medically Forced Bikini Ready.

2009-07-06T12:42:00.001-07:00

I've been asked if I have to change up my diet since I've been diagnosed. The answer is yes. Instead of telling you what I CAN eat. I will tell you what I CAN'T eat. Not only am I diabetic. I am also Lactose Intolerant and I have stomach issues. sooo...I can not eat....Anything with sugarFoods with high carbsFoods with high fatDairyAnything spicyAnything friedI can basically eat grilled chicken,

Why I Haven't Been Blogging 2: The Rock The Bells Incident.

2009-07-06T12:13:00.000-07:00

So I was pretty hungry all day. I mean straight starving. No matter what I ate, I just wanted to keep eating. I am pretty much like that all the time, so it was no different. Go to the show...have some fries...not enough.8:00 I go to the bathroom and my knees feel kind of wobbly. Not sure why. I just chalked it up to being in the sun all day and standing up no big whoop. But still hungry. 8:30

Why I Haven't Been Blogging 1: Rock The Bells Recap

2009-07-06T11:04:00.000-07:00

Well I went to the Rock the Bells concert at DTE last weekend. I was kind of sort of dissapointed. I wasn't dissapointed in the performances, I was dissapointed in the jack move they did on the line up and the crowd. (No: Common, Alc & Ev, La Coka Nostra, Ice Cube, Cool Kids....boooooooooooo) So me and the posse got there about 3:00. Right in time for Slum Village. We missed K'Naan and Chali

I'm Leaving for Las Vegas on Sunday.

2009-07-06T11:02:00.001-07:00

If you haven't seen this movie yet, consider yourself Un-American. The hype is accurate. One of the funniest movies I have ever seen. Oh and for shits and giggles...Waking Up In Vegas

Hot Mess Monday (Rihanna! No!)

2009-07-06T10:59:00.000-07:00

I think I'm a little more disturbed by the look on her face rather than her outfit. If I wore this, I would be arrested before the champagne even hit my lips. Oh and for the record she was hanging out with the Jigga Man....

Rihanna be killin' it!!!

2009-06-22T18:48:00.001-07:00

She's getting crazier by the minute, but I love the way she dresses!

Hot Mess Monday: 2

2009-06-22T18:41:00.000-07:00

Ok so Common is dating Serena Williams.Does anyone else find this odd? What in the hell do they do for foreplay? Play basketball barefoot in Harlem with a medicine ball and chain nets?Com... You should maybe check under the hood on this one!For real!

Cougar Prey of the Week: Drake.

2009-06-22T18:35:00.001-07:00

IT'S MUH-FUGGIN' DRIZ-AAAAAY!

Hot Mess Monday: Video Edition

2009-06-22T17:39:00.000-07:00

Diamond from Crime Mobb..."Sicknan"Big shout out to the Wachovia building in the background and the intern who learned how to use photoshop and put "Boi" throughout the whole thing.*smh

"Girls respect a dude with a nice pair of kicks and a little bit of splash" -Jim Jones

2009-06-22T17:29:00.000-07:00

"...The eh eh with the eh with a little bit of sah sah"I love you James. (Wait for his take on the Air Yeezy's. ha!)var VideoID = "4728"; var Width = 425; var Height = 344;

Buff 1 Feat. Ab: "Real Appeal" Video

2009-06-22T17:20:00.001-07:00

Ab is soo sooo sick on keys. Buff...nice work kid. Jackson Perry...Nice directorial debutShout out to A.Side Worldwide.

Public Media Joint: Rock The Bells After Party!!!!!!

2009-06-22T17:16:00.000-07:00

Till The Casket Drops: Video Leak

2009-06-22T17:11:00.001-07:00

Kinda Like A Big Deal. Feat. Kanye

Totally geeked over this guy right here.

2009-06-22T17:06:00.000-07:00

Ryan Leslie. I'm not saying anything else. He just gets my vote. In case you missed my facebook post. Peep this....

After the Week I've Had...

2009-06-22T16:50:00.000-07:00

I need this shirt in my life...Available at --------> Karmaloop.com

Krogering Revisited.

2009-06-15T18:55:00.000-07:00

This is a personal blog today.I am feeling mad lazy. I was supposed to go to the gym today. You know to kick the Sin City diet in high gear. But nope! Not today. I'm not telling you what's new, what's crackin', nothing. Just telling you another Kroger story.So I went grocery shopping today. Now if you track my blogs you will see how long ago I went grocery shopping. A LONG TIME AGO! I have been

Fuck Guitar Hero and the Amplifier It Rode In On!!!!

2009-06-11T19:06:00.000-07:00

IT'S MOTHERFUCKING DJ HERO!!!!!!!!!Birthday present for me please!!!!

House Shoes 2. Charles Hamilton 0.

2009-06-11T18:51:00.000-07:00

Well the Sergeant At Arms of the Detroit Tastemakers League merks Charles Hamilton again! But instead of being on Twitter, he puts the whole situation on blast at Hip Hop OfficialLMAO @ "Sonic is Dead" I <3 my big brother!

Detroit Tastemakers League: Sneaker Heads.

2009-06-11T18:35:00.000-07:00

See my homeboys Blackout, Teko, AZ & Dubb explain the essence of tastemaking when it comes to sneaker selections ----> Real Detroit WeeklyPick up a copy at your favorite spot today! I will autograph it for you!Photos Courtesy of: Detroit Tastemakers League.

Clipse New Single "I'm Good" from Forthcoming "The Casket Drops"

2009-06-11T18:17:00.001-07:00

Pharrell is as refreshing as an ice cold blue raspberry Slurpee on a hot summer's day, but the Clipse? Eh. This sounds like a knock off of Jeezy and Plies if you ask me. But judge for yourself. You can download the track here ------->Say Thank You Complex!

Deeper Than Your Average: 10 Deep Summer Look Book

2009-06-11T18:03:00.000-07:00

This Summer 10 Deep is all about liquid courage. Paying homage to brewski's and stiff drinks that keep us hydrated and then dehydrated during the summer months.I0 Deep is one of my favorite brands and their Look Book is fun to watch. (Except for slide 14, which reminds me of my doucher ex boyfriend) I'm a little disappointed there aren't more pieces for women, but it's still dope nonetheless.

PAUSE!

2009-06-11T17:54:00.000-07:00

"PAUSE" @ "Jerking to the left. Jerking to the right"

Noh Worry Wednesday: Throwback News.

2009-06-10T20:35:00.001-07:00

Throwback idiot pot head move from the 70's. Classic!

Noh Worry Wednesday: Bonus BOM Track. (MC Lyte)

2009-06-10T18:09:00.000-07:00

MC Lyte? Brrrrra. Peep this video. Reggae spin on a classically produced hip hop joint paying homage to Brooklyn. (Hip Hop standard = Rep yo' hood) I want every jacket in this video. And if I were a rapper, I think this is exactly what I would do and what I would look like. ha!

Noh Worry Wednesday: MAJOR LAZER! (6/16/09)

2009-06-10T17:22:00.000-07:00

This Noh Worry Wednesday is all about Major Lazer! This is fyah bran fiyah bran fiyah bran new! A sizzlin' production collabo with Diplo and Switch. (If you don't know who they are...these 2 gave you M.I.A.'s "Paper Planes"*Major Lazer is a Jamaican commando who lost his arm in the top secret Zombie battle of 1984. His arm is now a lazer and seeks to destroy all zombies for the sake of mankind.

Lady Gaga x Kanye West Tour

2009-06-10T17:02:00.000-07:00

I don't really get it, but oh well. Look at how Whoopi looks so pissed throughout this whole thing. And how Barbara Wah-Wah looks all hot and bothered! But in the interview he does a little freestyle, sings a little bit, shows off his Air Yeezy's (Which look like a Moon Boot in Whoop's hand), talks about his mama and talks about Barbara Walters in her bra and panties. He also announces a