It's been a minute. School, blogging for Sneaker Files, and my girlfriend have all pretty much been taking up my time.
Over these past few weeks, I've come to the realization that school isn't for me. It's not the fact that I'm doing bad or anything, c'mon now... I graduated high school when I was 16 years old. When school starts back up next semester, my second year of college if I kept going, I still wouldn't be 18 years old.
I'd say I'm smart enough.
I just feel that I don't need it in my life. I don't think that I need to keep going on with college; well, at least for right now. I'm going to take a break to figure some things out, and to keep moving on with some of my dreams. I already have a pretty steady base working for Sneaker Files and whatnot (I used to write for Hypebeast and Evil Monito, too).
I'm nowhere near as great as I should be as far as my writing/blogging skills, but I'll be there soon enough.
I know most of you are probably feeling the effects of these last few weeks of school, too.. with finals right around the corner, you better get your study on.
I'm gonna finish strong, and get the best grade that I can for my first, and final (as of right now) year of college...
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Thursday, April 9, 2009
April 10th - A Legend Was Born
If April didn't have a 10th day, we wouldn't have one of the greatest emcees to ever bless the mic.
Q-Tip the Abstract.
He was definitely a necessity to the music industry, and he's still putting work in.
For those that don't know, Q-Tip was the leader of the LEGENDARY group, A Tribe Called Quest. From Midnight Marauders to The Low End Theory, Q-Tip and the rest of his team made names for themselves. Still kicking out the lyrics like he hasn't aged one second, he's definitely in my Top 10. Not in yours? Peep these songs and tell me otherwise.
Q-Tip - Gettin' Up.
Q-Tip - Move
A Tribe Called Quest - Award Tour
A Tribe Called Quest - Electric Relaxation
Oh yeah...he knew the late, great Dilla! That makes him soooo much cooler.
Q-Tip the Abstract.
He was definitely a necessity to the music industry, and he's still putting work in.
For those that don't know, Q-Tip was the leader of the LEGENDARY group, A Tribe Called Quest. From Midnight Marauders to The Low End Theory, Q-Tip and the rest of his team made names for themselves. Still kicking out the lyrics like he hasn't aged one second, he's definitely in my Top 10. Not in yours? Peep these songs and tell me otherwise.
Q-Tip - Gettin' Up.
Q-Tip - Move
A Tribe Called Quest - Award Tour
A Tribe Called Quest - Electric Relaxation
Oh yeah...he knew the late, great Dilla! That makes him soooo much cooler.
Baer's Den - Memphis, TN
Here's the story on Baer's Den.
I was shopping at my local boutique, R. Sole, just hanging out like always. The two customers walk in looking for some new kicks, not really talking about anything. They ask my homie Rufus (R. Sole's manager) about some store named Baer's Den, because they were looking for some sick denim. Other than R. Sole, Macy's (lol), and another boutique named Oak Hall, I've never seen any denim spot in the city AT ALL! So, the two customers departed to Oak Hall and then came back about 30 minutes later. I see the "Baer's Den" bag, and out comes some sickkkkkk True Religions. When I say sick, I mean sickkkk. I bounce from R. Sole and head to Baer's Den...
No offense, but from the outside look of the spot, I didn't think shit would be in there. Really small place in a small shopping center. As I approach the door, I see a big fucking dog, haha! Huge man. Walk inside, I'm greeted pretty well by who I later found out was the owner (Jeremy Baer) and the huge dog (Cody). I look around, I look around...my jaw was dragging. My homie Chris almost slipped on the ground because of my drool, lol. Diesel, True Religion, Rock & Republic GALORE! Ralph Lauren also caught my eye. That's all fine and dandy, but when I took some steps upstairs...man, oh man. Simply amazing. Some of the greatest artwork that I've ever seen from local Memphis artists! Gahhh, I'm rambling. With all of this being said, the store is a pretty chill enviornment, the owner is dope, and they have a cow skin rug. Enough said. If you live in Memphis, CHECK THEM OUT! If you don't, make the trip here. It's worth it!
I was shopping at my local boutique, R. Sole, just hanging out like always. The two customers walk in looking for some new kicks, not really talking about anything. They ask my homie Rufus (R. Sole's manager) about some store named Baer's Den, because they were looking for some sick denim. Other than R. Sole, Macy's (lol), and another boutique named Oak Hall, I've never seen any denim spot in the city AT ALL! So, the two customers departed to Oak Hall and then came back about 30 minutes later. I see the "Baer's Den" bag, and out comes some sickkkkkk True Religions. When I say sick, I mean sickkkk. I bounce from R. Sole and head to Baer's Den...
No offense, but from the outside look of the spot, I didn't think shit would be in there. Really small place in a small shopping center. As I approach the door, I see a big fucking dog, haha! Huge man. Walk inside, I'm greeted pretty well by who I later found out was the owner (Jeremy Baer) and the huge dog (Cody). I look around, I look around...my jaw was dragging. My homie Chris almost slipped on the ground because of my drool, lol. Diesel, True Religion, Rock & Republic GALORE! Ralph Lauren also caught my eye. That's all fine and dandy, but when I took some steps upstairs...man, oh man. Simply amazing. Some of the greatest artwork that I've ever seen from local Memphis artists! Gahhh, I'm rambling. With all of this being said, the store is a pretty chill enviornment, the owner is dope, and they have a cow skin rug. Enough said. If you live in Memphis, CHECK THEM OUT! If you don't, make the trip here. It's worth it!
Baer's Denim Company
400 Perkins Extended
Memphis, TN 38117
400 Perkins Extended
Memphis, TN 38117
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
The Last Kiss.
Yesterday was the epic release of Jada's third solo release, The Last Kiss. Arguably the most underrated emcee in the game, this cd DELIVERS! If you like that old NY sound, back when it was nothing but heat, this is for you. Hell, if you like rap, CHECK THIS SHIT OUT! No bogus dance songs, no baller rap, no elementary punchlines...straight up heat, but what else would you expect from Jada? Check out one of my favorite songs from the album:
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
It's Been A Minute.
Yeah guys. It's been a minute.
www.SneakerFiles.com has been taking up my time.
I'm a paid blogger now, woot woot for me!
It's all good now; I'll be back pretty much everyday now.. so no worries.
To start off the reunion, here's a clip from For The Love Of Ray J.
Danger: She Smashed The Homies.
www.SneakerFiles.com has been taking up my time.
I'm a paid blogger now, woot woot for me!
It's all good now; I'll be back pretty much everyday now.. so no worries.
To start off the reunion, here's a clip from For The Love Of Ray J.
Danger: She Smashed The Homies.
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