Tribe Called Quest "Can I Kick It"

One of my most fondest memories is waiting for this video to come on "Pump It Up" this was when I fell in love with hip hop:)

Event: Monday May 4th 2009: James Beard Foundation Awards Ceremony and Gala

Join Mario Batali, Lorraine Bracco, and Martha Stewart this Monday May 4th, 2009
2009 James Beard Foundation Awards Ceremony and Gala.

Awards Ceremony Co-hosts
Iron Chef Cat Cora, JBF Award Winner Emeril Lagasse, Award-Winning Actor Stanley Tucci

Awards Ceremony begins at 6:00 P.M.
Black tie. Tickets from $450.00
Lincoln Center Avery Fisher Hall
Event address: 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York.
Gala Reception to immediately follow Awards Ceremony
To purchase tickets, please call 212.925.0054 or email boxoffice@jamesbeard.org
Event web address: www.jbfawards.com

The James Beard Foundation Awards shine a spotlight on the best and brightest talent in the food and beverage industry. Covering all aspects of the industry—from chefs and restaurateurs to cookbook authors and food journalists to restaurant designers and architects and more—the James Beard Foundation Awards are the highest honors for food and beverage professionals working in America.

2009 James Beard Foundation Awards Nominees:
Broadcast Media
Journalism
Book Awards
Design and Graphics
Restaurant and Chef
Humanitarian Award
Who's Who of Food & Beverage in America
Lifetime Achievement Award
America's Classics

Source: John "JE" Englebert - www.jenyc.com

Pics: Jazz in the Diamond District Premiere (April 23)

Soblu Inc.'s debut feature film, “Jazz in the Diamond District,” will open in select theaters in D.C., New York, Atlanta and Chicago for exclusive one-week engagements through Landmark Theatres. The film will open in Washington, D.C. on April 24th and will close in Chicago, IL on May 21st. In addition, there will be a premiere held in Los Angeles at the Arclight Cinema on May 5th.

”Jazz in the Diamond District” is a 79-minute urban drama that stars “The Wire’s,” Wood Harris and D.C.’s own, Clifton Powell, and chronicles the summer of Jasmine "Jazz" Morgan, a young singer who attempts to navigate the complexities of the music industry on her quest to become a star. The film is set against the backdrop of D.C.’s vibrant underground music culture and features an electrifying score that includes musical genres ranging from Hip-Hop to R&B to Go-go, a sub-genre of Funk that was originated and nurtured in Washington, D.C. For more information about the film, please visit http://www.jazzinthediamonddistrict.com/.

Catch a screening in the following cities & locations:

Premiere & Release Dates (by City)
Washington, D.C. - Opens Friday, April 24th
Premiere: Thursday, April 23rd @ 7:30pm
Landmark E Street Cinema
555 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20004

New York, NY - Opens Friday, May 1st
Premiere: Thursday, April 30th @ 7pm
The Quad Cinema
34 West 13th Street, New York, NY 10011

Atlanta, GA - Opens Friday, May 8th
Premiere: Thursday, May 7th @ 7:30pm
Midtown Art Cinema
931 Monroe Drive, Atlanta, GA 30308
(Located in the Midtown Promenade Center)

Chicago, IL - Opens Friday, May 15th
Premiere: Thursday, May 14th @ 7:30pm
Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema
2828 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60657

Weekend Fresh: Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes

Today will mark 7 years since Lisa's passing better yet transformation. Just thought I'd post the video that made me a TLC fan for life!!!

As Vick Awaits Release Extend Your Support

Counting down the days to Michael Vick's release from a federal prison those that support him can only hope he can get his life back on track and this includes a return to the NFL. Make sure to visit http://www.isupport7.com/ for all the latest updates and to also express your well wishes as Vick begins a new chapter in his life.

In Related "This is some bullshit" News:

Goodell: Vick's ticket back is "genuine remorse"

I just think this article lets you know this isn't about dogfighting, this is personal for whatever reason. I know the NFL isn't concerned with animal rights groups or people not buying tickets, if anything fans will buy as long as the team is winning and this could all go away. Think Kobe Bryant, which is my opinion was way more serious, I'm just sayin!

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UPDATE: Allen Iverson was NOT Banned from Casinos

Greektown casino spokesman Riley Meredith and MGM Grand Detroit spokesman Jamaine Dickens that the reports released earlier this week are FALSE.

Wow, when they want you, they'll make up just about anything.

Source

Weekend Fresh: N*E*R*D x Black Eyed Peas "Lapdance" Circa 2004

Nothing beats a dope ass performance, but when its a.) in the rain, b.) in the Netherlands, and c.) in front of what looks like 100,000+ people, it just takes it to a whole new level that most of us have never seen before.

HHM Spotlight: Jermaine Dupri

Jermaine Dupri, one of the inspirations of launching this HHM concept, is taking the online world by storm through his ever expanding online presence. Now JD isn't just online like other well-known personalities, he's actually interacting and setting trends. Through his YouTube channel, JD1472, and his blog, Global 14, JD lets you know what's going with him and his artists.

JD's Living The Life, is a daily chronicle of what goes on with JD and his Oceans crew. {I want you to check out the videos to find out who they are if you don't know.} Lifers, as JD refers to his regular viewers, get to get a daily dose of life as the talented producer/songwriter whether it be on a trip to DC for the inauguration, shooting a video with Bow Wow, or in the studio with the likes Usher, Monica, or Trey Songz. JD is quick to respond to any negative comments as he did this week with blogger Necole Bitchie, the entire saga played out on Twitter for all too see. {Yeah he's on Twitter too. Check out Necole and the Dem Oceans Boys at the club last nite making nice.}

Links:

Watch: www.youtube.com/user/JD1472

Read: http://www.global14.com/

Follow: www.twitter.com/LTLline

Is the music business a part of the conspiracy to control our minds???

MUST SEE TV!!! FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Kid Cudi Joins Universal Motown

KID CUDI, whose unique multi-format breakout hit single, "Day 'N' Nite" is a radio and digital smash, is joining the artist roster of Universal Motown, the label announced today.

"Kid Cudi is at the vanguard of a game-changing new generation of artists," said Universal Motown President Sylvia Rhone. "He crosses musical boundaries with an appeal that goes beyond genre, format, race, language, and culture. Cudi lives easily in the hip-hop, indie rock, pop, and R&B worlds – a diversity that shows in his innovative music and his all-embracing persona. He is a born storyteller who brings a positive, life-affirming message to his brilliant lyrical flow and compelling music. There are no clichés in what Cudi does. He is a breath of fresh air – a dynamic and important new voice, not only in the next phase of hip-hop, but as a groundbreaking trendsetter who represents the future. I am thrilled to welcome Kid Cudi into the Universal Motown family."

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Source: Brian Scully/ThinkTank Marketing via Hip Hop Press

Iverson Gets Banned from Two Detroit Casinos

*UPDATE: It was announced on 4.15.09 that this report was FALSE. There was never a ban. Read the complete updated post here.

Anything negative, A.I. makes the news of course. It just seems that the media has it out for him. No one talks about how well he has handled NOT playing in Detroit. In fact, he was benched in favor of a rookie. I really don't see the big deal in Allen hanging in casinos. You know how much Charles Barkley & Michael Jordan loves them. Some of this behavior doesn't even sound like him. I take it he was losing thousands to react this way. He never liked to lose, that's why he's a hell of a ballplayer.

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports:

Allen Iverson has been banned from both MGM and Greektown casinos in downtown Detroit, the Detroit News reported on its Pistons blog.
A regular casino visitor since he arrived in town, the blog said Iverson has been "banned mostly for his boorish behavior. He is a bad loser, and he loses a lot, often throwing his chips or cards at the dealer. He has been warned about improper behavior at the tables repeatedly. He is often loud and disruptive, according to witnesses, rude to dealers, other players and the wait staff."

The NBA is looking into an incident at Greektown that involved one of Iverson's bodyguards, the News said. It is unclear what Iverson's role was.

Iverson caused a disturbance at a casino outside Minneapolis earlier this season and had a long history in Atlantic City while he was with the 76ers.

In December 2005, Iverson got into an argument with a dealer at the Trump Taj Mahal casino after the dealer overpaid him $10,000 on a bet he made while playing three-card stud poker. Iverson initially refused to give the chips back but did so later and received a gaming voucher in that amount from the Taj.

In February 2004, Iverson urinated into a trashcan at Bally's on the casino floor, shocking nearby patrons. On several trips to Philadelphia, Iverson and his friends returned to the Taj Mahal, his Atlantic City spot of choice.

Source: http://www.philly.com/dailynews/sports/43020567.html

Change "The Game" Campaign

The Game's creator/producer, Mara Brock Akil, is pitching the show today to switch its format from a half our sitcom to a 1 hour dramedy. I believe it is happening at 3pm West Coast time today. Show your support by posting on the CW website. They want to get 1 million post by 5pm PST today.

http://lounge.cwtv.com/showthread.php?t=411721

The show was not up for cancellation by the way, but is appears the last show for "Everybody Hates Chris" is May 8th. It was time for that to come to an end, but The Game should continue for at least another season. Make sure you show your support!!!

Celebrity Therapy: Beyonce & Rihanna

Very Funny!

Bow Wow Announces His Jay-Z style Retirement Plan

Newsflash, in case you didn't know New Jack City II was his last album. I don't recall hearing this info pre-first week sales, but he's not worried, negro got options: acting, clothing line, you know the standard benefits package to keep rappers off the street. Oh and he will still make songs, just not albums and he'll tour. So he basically announces he'll be the same Bow Wow to us that never brought his albums in the first place. Not because we didn't like his music, just because we was too damn old to own a Bow Wow album. *Raising my hand*

Awww Yeah: Illegal "We Gets Busy"

Continuing my throwback tribute to "kid" hip hop acts. Remember Illegal coming at everybody on this song: Da Youngstas, The Famlee, ABC, Kris Kross, this was a big deal back in middle school, lol! Erick Sermon is featured on this track. I Gets Busy!

Download: Chester French & Clinton Sparks Jacques Jams Vol.1: Endurance

In my universe, Chester French is one of the most anticipated albums of 2009, "Love the Future", April 21. Until then make sure you download their mixtape with Clinton Sparks. Get Familiar:) Just about errrbody is on it!
{I love that I don't have to go cop a mixtape anymore, btw, like really go on a journey and cop one or ask a friend to make a copy, lol!}

Click Here to DOWNLOAD

Can I get a replica???

The Philadelphia Phillies were presented with their 2008 World Series Championship rings this afternoon. Feels like the parade just happened. Time is flying.

Jimmy Rollins and his Phillies championship teammates are rocking 14 karat white gold ring contains 103 diamonds, totaling 3.84 karats.

The 103 diamonds represent the 92 regular season and 11 postseason wins for the Phillies in 2008.

The top of the ring is crowned with a ruby inlay, topped with the Phillies' signature "P" which is inset with diamonds.
The title "World Champions" is written along the ring's top and bottom outer rim.
The right side of the ring depicts the World Series trophy rising out of Citizens Bank Park, along with the initials of the two World Series teams and the number of games won by each team.


This goes down as one of my favorite championship rings. I always loved the Bulls rings. As MJ modeled in this classic pic!

Diva Speak TV

Damian Marley featuring Bobby Brown - Beautiful

Never heard this song until my friend pulled my coat last night and sent me the link. So its a Throwback pick today:) Of course embedding was disabled so here's the link.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWQ0YvYgE5E

HHM Notable Quotable:

"I would f**k the dreads off dude"

-Anonymous