Archive for June, 2009

Another one bites the dust!

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

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Prominent hip-hop/R&B magazine is shutting down its doors today.  Founded in 1993 by the infamous Quincy Jones, Vibe Magazine is amongst the many publications to be a victim of the media recession.  Vibe enjoyed significant success in the late ’90s and early part of this decade as hip-hop and R&B became the nation’s predominant forms of pop music.

RIP Vibe Magazine!

Human Nature…MJ Tribute!

Monday, June 29th, 2009

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With the sudden and tragic death of one of the most beloved musicians of all times, Michael Jackson, there have been quite a few tributes to him.  Jamie Foxx doing the moon walk on the BET awards, MTV playing all his hit videos over the weekend and even rappers like 50 Cent and The Game have done tribute songs…But this video/tribute song is by far the best.  The talented Dwele shows that it only takes 45 minutes to create an amazing remake of “Human Nature.”  Check out the video below!

RIP Michael Jackson, King of Pop!

ArtDontSleep’s AM Sessions: A Love Supreme!

Thursday, June 25th, 2009

Los Angeles is bubbling right now, ArtDontSleep, amongst many others, has been championing this blossoming sound for the last 5 years. Giving artists a place to freely create, innovate and build with one another. No distractions, just music. This is the first of many Jam Sessions to come.

From the June 16th 09 jam there are 5 songs that have been chosen for free release. This is the first of the bunch. A 25 minute rendition of “A Love Supreme”. The next round of releases will have vocals featuring, Zap Mama, Nia Andrews, Novena Carmel and Neha Kent. For now, enjoy this small offering.

Miguel Atwood-Ferguson – Viola
Todd Simon – Trumpet
Andres Renteria – Drums, percussion
Pablo Ygal – Electric guitar
Shafiq Husayn – Juno, drums
Marc de Clive Lowe – Keys, mpc
Computer Jay – Rhodes, keys
Brian Martinez – Acoustic bass, electric bass
KenBts. – Effects

Benjamin Tierney – Recording engineer, mixing engineer.

Photo Credit: Azul213

Music:
http://www.sendspace.com/file/e6qvio

Photo:
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Posey Luminotherapy Bed

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

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Talk about a great way to wake up and go to sleep…French designer Philippe Boulet has intertwined Luminotherapy into his furniture, in which the bed is continuously changing colors and can be fixed on the one of your choice. With these new beds, you can lower the luminous intensity and uncouple the light from the bedhead and the footboard for an intimate atmosphere, wake-up with your favorite colors and program the lighting of the bed at the time of your choice. Now all you need is some R&R time and you’re set!

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Showdown on Sunset Tonight!

Monday, June 22nd, 2009

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Tonight it goes down in history!! The first rapper to take on a world welterweight champion…Snoop Dogg Vs. Sugar Shane Mosley at the House of Blues off Sunset! In celebration of the June 25th release date of Fight Night Round 4, the two fellas will be battling it out in a custom built boxing ring on stage at the House of Blues Sunset Strip.  This “Showdown at Sunset,” will take place virtually, via EA Sports’ Fight Night Round 4 on Xbox 360 consoles and be refereed by the one and only, Mike Tyson.  All proceeds from this battle are going to support the
Snoop Dogg Youth Football League.

Summer for NOOKA!

Friday, June 19th, 2009

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School’s out, it’s beach weather and it’s that time of the year where Cali is the best place to be!  So it’s only appropriate to take the TIME do splurge in a little Summer shopping!!! Known for their linear and graphic representation of time, Nooka has just released their summer line.  And this line is defintiely appropriate for the season — accented by vibrant colors and designs, you might just have to splurge on these hot items!

Go to Nooka for more!

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Banksy Vs. Bristol Museum

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

The infamous UK graffiti artist Banksy has displayed his work throughout the world, yet no one seems to know what he looks like.  Its been difficult to catch this master in action, but this viral video takes you into Banksy world as he re-decorates the Bristol Museum in the UK.  And there is no point of trying to make sense of this….It’s Banksy! Just sit back and enjoy the beautiful art!

Banksy Vs. Bristol Museum – June 13th to August 31st

QUIK is the Name…

Monday, June 15th, 2009

First off, Congratulations for our LA Lakers!! 2009 Champions!!

So throughout the playoffs we have all grown to know and love the infamous Nike LeBron and Kobe puppet commercials…definitely classics!! This latest one features music from DJ Quik and how “QUIK” Kobe is! Check it out…

“SMILE” – Alchemist Feat Twista and Maxwell

Friday, June 12th, 2009

We usually don’t post this kind of material, but since it’s Friday and Twista is the newest artist added to Cashmere’s clientele, this video definitely is going up! Plus this song gets a lot of love around here in the office! Great song, great artists, great video! Nuff said!! Check it out!

Shout out to the OnSmash crew!!

We All Love “The Simple Things”

Wednesday, June 10th, 2009

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Recently at the Switzerland Art Basel, world renowned art icon Takashi Murakami displayed his latest art installation.  As a collaboration with Pharrell, Murakami centered this piece “The Simple Things,” around Pharrell’s everyday essentials (Pepsi, Doritos, Ice Cream Sneakers and more — If you as me, those brands need to pay for ad placement!!).  Since P-Man had a hand in this installation, you know one part or another had to be dripping with diamonds…Check out the photos below!

Spotted @ Hypebeast

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