Archive for January, 2010

Sunpower Natural Organic Restaurant: Delicious Raw, Vegan Food

Friday, January 29th, 2010

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Calling all meat eaters!  The words “raw” and “vegan” to describe food may scare you off as you are used to your steaks, chicken salads and pork belly sandwiches.  Step outside of your comfort zone and try Sunpower Natural Organic Restaurant (www.sunpowernatural.com) located in Studio City.  They’ve found a way to make delicious raw, vegan and organic food that does not taste as bad as it sounds.  In fact, the raw supreme pizza with kale salad ($10) on the side is mouth-watering goodness.  The kale shake ($8) tastes like pistachio heaven and the butter pecan cheezcake ($8) makes us salivate just from reading it.  Not only do they have great food, they have great service and most importantly, great prices!!  You don’t have to break your piggy bank to eat healthy at Sunpower Natural Organic Restaurant.  Don’t be scared, it’s worth the experience!

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Apple’s new iPad

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

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Yes, believe the hype!  Today Steve Jobs unveiled Apple’s latest creation called The iPad.  The iPad has garnered so much buzz in the tech industry, it’s kind of like the “Drake” of gadgets at the moment…except The iPad is looking way more promising!

The iPad is basically the iPhone version of a Kindle and what’s great about this device is the ability to share the same operating system as the iPhone.  So all apps you’ve accumulated on your iPhone can instantly be available on the iPad!  The device has a nice 9.7 inch screen, which uses IPS technology allowing for more pleasurable viewing for browsing, photos, videos and e-books.  Not only is the iPad beefed up by a 1GHz Apple A4 processor, it also comes with WiFi capabilities, bluetooth, speakers and a microphone.

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Now the big question is, HOW MUCH?!  Well, let’s just say it might just be worth the investment.  Check out the pricing below!

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For more information on the iPad, visit Apple and make sure to check out the video (here)!!!

Scratch’s Spin Doctors: DJ Numark

Monday, January 25th, 2010

Scratch: The Ultimate DJ introduces their first segment of “Spin Doctors” — a series of videos profiling well-known DJs and their legacies.  Check out DJ Numark in the video below as he discusses the origin of his DJ name, his first DJ gig and his thoughts on Scratch: The Ultimate DJ video game!

Snoop Dogg’s Yoostar Studded Performance

Friday, January 22nd, 2010

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Big Snoop Dogg continues to stay ahead of the tech game when it comes to exposing his fans to new electronic gadgets. His latest collaborative effort: Yoostar.

Yoostar is a dope new device that lets users put themselves in some of moviedom’s iconic scenes, by replacing any of the actors with yourself.  Check out a couple of scenes Snoop did for Yoostar (http://snoop.yoostar.com/).  For more information on how you can cop your own Yoostar kit, please visit www.yoostar.com.

Snoop – Up In Smoke

Snoop as Bogey in Casablanca

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Snoop with Costello in Abbott and Costello meet Frankenstein

Snoop as Jason in Friday the 13th

vox humana: LA Convention Center

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

The Fine Art Dealers Association’s 15th Annual Art Show “Vox Humana” is located at the Los Angeles Convention Center and is now open to the public until Sunday, January 24th.

Vox Humana, Latin for “Human Voice,” is currently showcasing edgy and groundbreaking art from renown Los Angeles street artists Retna, El Mac, Kofie and Mear One.  They will be painting live everyday from 12-6pm, so don’t miss your chance to witness their craftsmanship and the evolutionary use of the word “tag.”

Using acrylic and aerosol paints, Retna and El Mac will collaborate on a canvas project that is 12 x 24 feet, while Kofie and Mear will work independently on 12 x 12 foot canvases. The viewing of the completed projects is open to attendees and will take place on Sunday, January 24th, 2010 at 2 PM, during the closing celebration.

For more information, visit http://www.laartshow.com/

LA Art Machine presents VOX HUMANA from viejas del mercado on Vimeo.

The Book of Eli Art Event!

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

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The Book of Eli” art event was held at Crewest Gallery on Thursday, January 14th during Downtown Los Angeles’ monthly art walk.  It was a huge success with over 1,400 attendees and garnering coverage from top Hispanic outlets such as MTV3, LATV, NEWS2AIR, Purocine.com, NOTIMEX, Terra.com, CineMovie.tv, Channel 62’s “Estrellas Hoy” and NEW2AIR, just to name a few.  Celebrity guest and Spanish rockstar, Beto Cueva, was in attendance and interviewed with the aforementioned media.  Entertainment included live art provided by Spanish artists Unification Theory (Man One, Ritzy Perlwinkle, and Gustavo Alberto Garcia Vaca) painting on canvases and wood panels of images inspired by the movie, looped trailer of the movie projected throughout the event, and a DJ playing live music.  Complimentary beverages were provided by Jarritos and various “The Book of Eli” promotional items were distributed throughout the night.

The event was very interactive for attendees with the live art and music.  It also successfully engaged bystanders to walk into Crewest Gallery to check out the event because of the interactivity within the event.  Fans of Cueva were ecstatic to be able to catch a glimpse of the star.  In addition, multiple conversations were sparked throughout the event talking about the art in connection with the movie along with the music.  Check out some of the photos from the night!

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ESPN coming to Xbox 360 systems?

Tuesday, January 19th, 2010

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ESPN is making some serious inroads into the tech world. A couple weeks ago they announced they were creating an ESPN 3D channel, debuting this summer with World Cup Soccer. But word came today that the four letter network may be partnering with Microsoft for a venture with the Xbox 360.

Right now it’s all speculation, but word on the street is that behind closed doors Microsoft and the Walt Disney Company are trying to put together a deal that would have ESPN streaming via Xbox 360.  According to the The New York Times, the two sides are planning to bring live streams of sporting events to 360 consoles, something already done at ESPN360.

On the surface this doesn’t seem like much, however, the impact of such an agreement may lead to a change in the television landscape.  Imagine, bypassing Cable and Satellite systems altogether and watching the cable channels you want through a home gaming console and broadband Internet!  Just something to think about!

Happy birthday MLK!

Monday, January 18th, 2010

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Happy Birthday to one of the most influential individuals throughout America The World!  In observance of his greatness, let’s take this day to cherish and honor his duties as a leader, humanitarian and peace leader.  To most, he was more than just a figure of opportunity, he was the guiding light and inspiration to fight for equal rights!  Dr. King’s philanthropy efforts should be highlighted everyday…give thanks and be blessed to live in a Nation that is a better place because of his efforts!

On the January 15th, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. would have celebrated his 81st birthday!

“I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word in reality. That is why right, temporarily defeated, is stronger than evil triumphant.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance Speech, Dec. 10, 1964)

Kicks of the week: Nike SB Blazer Premium January 2010

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

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These electrifying SB Blazers have already been sighted at various boutiques. They’re most likely Quickstrikes so cop em while you can!!

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The shoe looks to feature a suede toe and lace plate in black white a blue/black/white stripped side panel area. The white swoosh is outlined in red and the color is also repeated in the lining and heel embroidery. It all comes together with the white vulcanized outsole. Look for these at select retailers. Via KicksOnFire.com

Omarion Brings you Ollusion!

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

Yesterday, platinum selling artist Omarion dropped his third solo album titled Ollusion! The album features the smash hits “I Get It In” feat. Gucci Mane, “Hoodie” feat. Jay Rock and second single “Speedin’.”  Make sure you cop the album now on iTunes and Amazon!!

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