Archive for April, 2010

The Boondocks Return for Season Three!

Friday, April 30th, 2010

Huey, Riley, Granddad, Uncle Ruckus and the rest of the Woodcrest crew are kicking off their third season of The Boondocks this Sunday, May 2, 2010 at 11:30 PM ET/PT on Adult Swim.

Known for pulling no punches, anticipation is high for what series creator, Aaron McGruder, has planned for the new season.  The Boondocks is a habitual line stepper, so no doubt we’re going to see some scathing social commentary as he takes aim at all things political, social, and of course –his favorite target– Hip-Hop.

To wet your appetite, Aaron’s being putting out short, teaser promos leading up to the new season. Check out the latest video featuring Stinkmeaner, exclusive only at his website, BoondocksBootleg.com.   And in case you missed it, also peep The Boondocks season three trailer below.

Don’t forget, the new season of the new season of The Boondocks starts this Sunday at 11:30 PM ET/PT on Adult Swim.

Cashmere Event Recap: A Nightmare on Fairfax

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

To kick off the release of the horror film A Nightmare on Elm Street, last night Cashmere partnered with Diamond Supply Co. and The Source to throw “A Nightmare on Fairfax” event. Taking place at Diamond Supply Co.’s Fairfax Avenue store (just a mile away from the iconic “Elm Street” house), Cashmere hooked up with the clothing brand for a special celebration of all things Freddy Krueger.

One of XXL Magazine’s “’10 Freshman of ‘10”, Jay Rock, hosted the event. While “A Nightmare on Fairfax” unveiled the limited edition Diamond Supply Co.’s Freddy Krueger inspired T-Shirt as well as number of other artistic pieces from local Los Angeles area artists.

In case you didn’t make it out last night,  check out the photos below to see what you missed courtesy of The Source! And for more photos and coverage, make sure you head over to TheSource.com and don’t forget, A Nightmare on Elm Street hits theaters this Friday, April 30th!

Chamillionaire Gives Baller Status the Scope on his Most Frightening Nightmare

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

With the upcoming release of A Nightmare on Elm Street, rapper Chamillionaire sat down with BallerStatus.com to discuss the film’s impact on him as a kid and gave his most frightening nightmare since, and other stuff related to the revamped horror flick.

And don’t forget, A Nightmare on Elm Street hits theaters on April 30th.

E-40 Reveals his Most Frightening Nightmare!

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

Freddy Krueger’s latest flick hasn’t even come out yet. But the gloved one has begun to already leave his mark, or more precise,  scratches, across the hip-hop landscape.

Case in point, the Yay Area’s master of the spiteratury, E-40. Check out the exclusive video below of of 40 water revealing his “Most Frightening Nightmare” he’s ever had.

And don’t forget, A Nightmare on Elm Street, in Theaters Friday, April 30th.

Phurniture? Pharrell’s getting into the Interior Design Game

Monday, April 26th, 2010

50 cent has Vitamin Water. Snoop has blunt wraps. Just about every female artist has a perfume out. And now hip-hop super producer,  Pharell, is making furniture.

The jack of all trades has already demonstrated his creative style with the successful launch of  his Billionaire Boys Club, Ice Cream and B.A.P.E. clothing lines. Not to mention he’s always showcasing something fashion-forward with his selection of outfits. However, Williams’ furniture is just as innovational – especially his latest piece dubbed the Tank Chair. Skateboard P’s latest venture in contemporary furniture comes in four colorways and is made of plexiglass and full grain cold leather.

Be sure to check out P’s previous work as well –the first  Perspective chair which takes inspiration from the love between a man and a woman.

Cashmere Event Announcement: A Nightmare on Fairfax

Friday, April 23rd, 2010

Tale of Two Letters: Is Guru still holding a grudge after Death?

Friday, April 23rd, 2010

Following suit with many fans and supporters worldwide, Cashmere Agency says “Rest In Peace Guru” and offers sympathy to the Elam family.

Keith Elam, more famously known as the rapper Guru as part of the duo GangStarr, was dubbed the Father of Hip-Hop/Jazz. This Morehouse man left an indelible mark in the music industry with six albums with his heralded Jazzmatazz series. Sadly, the hip-hop legend succumbed this past Monday to his year long battle with cancer, preceding his son and parents in death. However, it wasn’t until after his tragic passing  that we now hear the voices of his former partners, GangStarr member DJ Premier and post-Gangstarr collaborator, Solar.

Guru’s final words were captured in a letter that was released to the press, further widening the wedge between himself and DJ Premier. Members of Guru’s family are disputing the validity of the letter and claiming that these cannot  be Guru’s final words, as he had been in a coma since February.

Excerpts from the letter:

“I do not wish my ex-DJ to have anything to do with my name likeness, events tributes etc. connected in anyway to my situation including any use of my name or circumstance for any reason and I have instructed my lawyers to enforce this. I had nothing to do with him in life for over seven years and want nothing to do with him in death. Solar has my life story and is well informed on my family situation, as well as the real reason for separating from my ex-DJ. As the sole founder of GangStarr, I am very proud of what GangStarr has meant to the music world and fans. I equally am proud of my Jazzmatazz series and as the father of Hip-Hop/Jazz.”

According to DJ Premier’s follow-up letter, he also doesn’t believe the words Solar claims as Guru’s truth.

“The world has lost one of the best MCs and Hip-Hop icons of all time — my loyal best friend, partner, and brother, Guru! Guru has been battling cancer for well over a year and has lost his battle! This is a matter that Guru wanted private until he could beat it but tragically this did not happen. The cancer took him. Now the world has lost a great man and a true genius. For the fans that reached out with love and support, I can’t tell you how much that meant to Guru and myself. Guru prepared this letter while he was in the hospital for the fans. I hope now that Guru has moved on to a better place! Guru is a great Black American Hero and should always be remembered as such and he is much more that just a Hip-Hop icon — he has changed the world for the better. I salute my fallen brother Guru! He will be missed tremendously!”

Which story are you believing? Hopefully, MTV gets to the bottom of the confusion in this interview with Solar. For more info and videos, head over to 99Problems.org.

Stampede’s Fuzzy gets TV Shine

Thursday, April 22nd, 2010

Catching up on one of her beloved reality shows, Cashmere’s own Misty spotted one of our colleagues, Fuzzy Fantabulous,  make a cameo appearance and get his shine on in VH1’s Brandy & Ray J: A Family Business reality show.

Check out veteran radio personality, and proud member of  the Stampede Management team, Fuzzy Fantabulous in the full episode VH1’s Brandy & Ray J: A Family Business below.

Platinum Life – The Next Big Social Media Video Game?

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

Platinum Life features some of today’s iconic artists in hip-hop, R&B and pop, giving them an opportunity to interact with their fans in a virtual platform. The program requires a starving artist to pay dues to the industry by adapting them to a hip-hop lifestyle, but becoming a star won’t be a cakewalk. The player can form their own groups, and use music creation tools. But you must rock the crowd to get the opportunity to open up for real-life musicians at major venues.

Platinum Life isn’t just a game. It doubles as a social networking business tool for artists like Omarion to promote his lifestyle, new album Ollusion, and videos to his fans. In addition to cross-promotion, the game provides a revenue stream for artists who are tapped to be a part of it.

Ready for paparazzi snapping your pics, fans clamoring for autographs? When you’re living the Platinum Life, you can have whatever you like.

For more info head over PlatinumLife.com and play it on Facebook.

Kurupt’s Streetlights Album Available Now

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010