Watch Out!

Starting November 20th, Jay-Z will be partnering with Barney's New York for a holiday collection that will find itself flying off shelves...if the mega rich have anything to say about it.  As part of the collection, Jay-Z will be teaming up with the legendary timepiece company, Hublot (The company Jay-Z name drops in "Otis").  The wrist watches will come in two editions: black ceramic and 18k gold.  The watches are definitely works of art (What else would you expect from Mr. Carter?!), but those price tags are too rich for my blood.  If you want to get your hands on one of these guys, you'll have to be ready and willing to shell out $17,900 for the black ceramic and $33,900.  Wow!! At those prices, it's definitely going to be a Christmas miracle if you get your hands on one of these babies.  In the mean time, here are pics to add to your mental Wish List.

Not to be outdone, King James has also designed a watch.  This one comes in at an unreasonable $51,500 and can be snapped up in South Beach.  South Beach?  $51,500?  Yeah, that's a pro ball player's life for you....

The drama.  The suspense.  The down payment on a house.

Dapper Dan Man

No one says hip-hop has to be all about looking like you'd fit in if you found yourself hanging out with the guys around the block.  Yes, 'urban' wear has its place in hip-hop culture.  Yes, there are still certain looks that are hallmarks of the hip-hop lifestyle, but it's also important for men to understand that there is another look that works just as well.  It's the GQ look.  Many rappers today are flipping through the pages of the latest issue, poring over pages of wardrobe inspiration and finding sneaky ways to update their looks, infusing more of the Dapper Dan look into their everyday wear.  Visions of Kanye West in Paris are dancing through my head right now, but for a better feel of what I mean, look to the pictures of GQ's latest photo shoot with Big Sean.  If you like what you see and you're feeling inspired, give it a shot.  You never know...this could be your new look.

 

 

 

"Lonely Thoughts"

This song was originally released on Rapsody's She Got Game mixtape, but it's worth taking another listen to if you're a Big K.R.I.T. fan.   

My favorite line comes from Chance the Rapper: "They're sayin' 'Acid' is an album, retail it/But I got way too much soul to sell it'.  Take a listen.

Wu Tang Does Bike Week

OK, so maybe the guys aren't really doing bike week, but it sounds more plausible than what they've actually done.  To commemorate the 20th anniversary of Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), the guys have teamed up with State Bicycle Co. to produce a limited edition bicycle.  Yes, a bicycle.  Hey, can't knock the hustle!



See, it really exists!!

SneakerHeads Unite!!

So, everybody (or mostly everybody) has been talking about A$AP Rocky's sneaker collaboration with Jeremy Scott.  Well, talk no more.  You can see for yourself.  On September 7th, during New York Fashion Week, the pair officially debuted the remix of Jeremy Scott's iconic winged Adidas sneaker in front of the fashion world's finest.  The sneakers feature a more hip-hop edge, including an all-black colorway and the split American flag image that A$AP's LONG.LIVE.A$AP. album cover.  I'm not much of a sneaker hound myself, but I'd be willing to test 'em out. 

The design duo

This season's black and white trend works for sneakers, too.

All black, all day

My, My Macklemore

I am slightly obsessed with Macklemore and Ryan Lewis right now.  They are undoubtedly (in my very humble opinion) one of the most talented duos out there right now.  Questioning my sanity?  Listen to The Heist front to back and get back to me.  While I'm totally pro-Macklemore off the strength and ballziness (that's a word, right?) of "Same Love" alone, as soon as I listened to "Jimmy Iovine" I was hooked.  Hush!  Just listen. 

Beanie Man

Since this blog was started in the name of the one and only Wale, it's only fitting that I proudly announce that the man himself is launching a line, Wrkng Title, that will fill a void that Wale holds near and dear to his heart.  Looking for the perfect beanie?  Wale's got it.  Just ask J. Cole and Jourdan Dunn.  I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to seeing what he's got up his sleeve...or under his cap...

The designer...

...and his wares.

  

"Fire"

Wow!! I've been away for a minute.  There's so much going on in hip-hop right now.  Where do I start?....

Everybody's talking about Big Sean's "Fire" video starring none other than Miss Twerk herself, Miley Cyrus.  Half of the Twittersphere loves his choice and the other half is throwing together bogus reasons for why casting her was an awful choice.  Personally, I think Big Sean made the smartest move he could make right now.  Miley is the It Girl right now.  Whether you're tuning in to see her wacked out outfits or to see what she tweets to her estranged father, Miss Cyrus is the one to watch.  And if that's not good enough for you, then the video's visuals may make up for that.  Give it a chance.  You might just like what you see. 




A still from the 'Fire' video

2013 BET Awards

So, as we all know, the 2013 BET Awards invaded the homes of millions of music lovers last night.  to the TV, I made mental notes of a few of the highlights of the night.  Here are just a few of my favorite 2013 BET Awards moments:

1.  Chris Tucker's BET Awards hosting debut.  I have to admit that I was upset that Chris Tucker and Ice Cube didn't come together to make the grand announcement for a new Friday movie, but I was still thrilled to see him on the stage.  Very good choice, BET.

2.  Another Chris, Chris Brown, opened the show.  Chris Brown performs like no other, so it was only fitting that he hit the stage first.

3.  Nicki Minaj's tipsy walk to the stage was one of the funniest things I've been blessed to witness.  She looked good, but maybe she should've left the bottle poppin' for the after party.

4.  D. Wade and Miss Union looked amazing on the carpet.  *sigh* Black love. 

5.  Uncle Charlie Wilson killed it.  Period.

6.  Miguel didn't kick any audience members.  I know somebody was just waiting to call a lawyer.

7.  Ciara.  I honestly have no idea what to say about that performance.  She's sexy for no reason.  Loved it.

8.  All the dread heads and gold tooth rappers were out in full force.  Hip-hop definitely showed out last night.  Kendrick Lamar, A$AP Rocky, J. Cole...need I say more?!

9.  Kevin Hart was turnt up! haha.

10.  Last but not least, R. Kelly showed us once again that genius and psychosis are close cousins.  The man has a screw or two loose, but he puts on a show like no other.


And that, people, was the 2013 BET Awards through my eyes...

How To Dress Like A Hipster/Rapper in 2013