Hate It or Love It: Cam’ron’s Concert Getup
We’ve seen Cam’ron confidently infiltrate the colors pink and purple into his wardrobe with fur jackets and jerseys, among other signature looks that added a certain flash to his classic Harlem style. He performed at the Highline Ballroom in NYC Monday night, rocking this getup. Cam’ron in NYC last night Cam’ron came out with his […]

The X Fact(her) – Promises are Hard to Keep
For a long time, when I saw kids who are out of control, hugging the block, angry and violent Id think, Its the parents fault. While I still consider the lack of parenting and solid family structure as contributing to the demise of young people, Ill admit that there are other factors outside of the […]

Fashion Brand Profile: Nooka
It started off with him simply sketching ideas on a napkin, which he then tweaked and eventually patented. As stated on the company’s website, “the linear and graphic representation of time with Nooka timepieces presents a more intuitive way to view time.” The visual mass increases as time passes, giving weight to an ephemeral and […]

Should Artists Replace Teachers?
So, untitled, it is/ I never change nothin/ But people remember this: If Nas cant say it, think about these talented kids/ With new ideas being told what they can and cant spit/ Nas, Hero, Untitled, 2008. … Im hoping someday maybe/ They dont obey their parents/ Maybe they will obey me/ Future for the […]

Knockout Nation: Pacquiao Annihilates Hatton! Mayweathers Back! RIP Greg Page
Pacquiao Steamrolls Hatton in 2 Manny Pacquiaos rampage through multiple weight classes continued last Saturday (May 2) with a thorough destruction of 140 champion Ricky Hatton. Pacquiao began round one circling the predictable Hatton, who rushed forward to crowd and maul the pound for pound #1 on the inside. But Manny immediately showed the huge […]

Trend Alert: Distressed Denim
After those clean, raw jeans made their rounds for some time, heavily distressed denim is all the rage once again. As featured in of our previous “Trend Alerts”, the “boyfriend jean” looks best worn in and with some destruction. But even other fits, like the skinny jean, are getting ripped up. Jessica Alba […]

The X Fact(her): 100 Days of Obama and Counting
Did Karl Rove just say that Obama is equipped to be our leader??? Ive had many jobs in my life and Ive never received as much as a flower or cake when I lasted 100 days. My first job out of college I did get a pair of Tiffany champagne flutes when I hit my […]

Fashion: What’s Hot in your ‘Hood?
Complex captured Yamez in PA wearing WeSC,Nike, and New Era As pictured above, Complex magazine features random people from the streets in each issue to scope out what they’re wearing. We’ve run through a few current runway to street trends in recent posts, such as the “boyfriend jean” and lightweight rompers for ladies, […]

Game Review: The Godfather 2
Developer/Publisher: Electronic ArtsPlatform: XBOX 360 Players: 1 – 16 (Online)Release Date: 4/7/09 Rating: B Regardless of the real life chaos it might have crossed throughout time, organized crime will always have a place in American popular culture. From the times of Al Capone up to John Gotti, civilians and squares alike have always craved a […]

Brand Profile: DimePiece
DimePiece is a brand all about putting women in control. As stated on their provacative official website: “A DimePiece is a woman who appeals to her audience with genuine swag. She is a self-governing revolutionary who embodies all that is sexy. She proclaims her opinion and attitude through her adventurous dress. She is educated […]

Video: Amputee Makes Pro Fight Debut
In the world of sports, there is always something wild and crazy going on. Think about where you were when Mike Tyson bites off Evander Holyfields ear. You may reminisce on Greg Louganis busting his head on a diving board. Or perhaps one recalls something simple like Iverson breaking Michael Jordans ankles with that […]

Asher Roth, Race & the Politics of Whiteness
Then I heard dogs yelping, yowling, barking through this landscape, looking for my ancestors, looking for my grandfather, my grandmother, looking for me. I heard the men breathing, heard their boots, heard the click of the gun, the rifle: looking for me. And there was no cover. Baldwin, James. Just Above My Head. New York: […]

Out of Bounds: 2009 ESPN the Magazines Pre NFL Pre-Draft Party @ Espace, 2/24/09
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Trend Alert: Denim Shirts and Jackets
For both men and women, denim button-up shirts and jackets are a must have right now. With that laid back 70’s look being very present this spring, light to medium vintage washes are most popular, and the great thing is you can throw them over pretty much anything. Roll up your sleeves for […]

Hip-Hop Is Dead? Blame Common Sense!
The views expressed inside this editorial aren’t necessarily the views of AllHipHop.com or its employees. I am looking for Common Sense, who is now known to the masses as Common. Why am I looking for him? I am looking for him, because the Chicago native penned a classic record called I Used To Love H.E.R. […]

Celeb Style: Soulja Boy
Does he hop up out the bed and turn his swag on…or is Soulja Boy‘s style plain ridiculous? Soulja Boy The young rapper obviously likes to make a loud statement by staying clad in bold graphics, colors, designer gear – and of course the bling. He has not jumped on the wagon with the […]

Why Rick Ross Will Not Lose
I am going out on a thin limb and will explain to you all why Rick Ross wont lose. That’s right. I can’t lie. I thought Rick Ross was finished when the Miami rapper was under siege by 50 Cent, the mastermind of destroying careers. Also, when he first came out, I wasn’t all that […]

The X Fact(her) – Keep Your Enemies Close, Your Friends Closer
“It is said that if you know your enemies and know yourself, you will not be imperiled in a hundred battles; if you do not know your enemies but do know yourself, you will win one and lose one; if you do not know your enemies nor yourself, you will be imperiled in every single […]

Brand Profile: Sabit
Sabit, which is the Japanese term for “the best part of a song” or “the hook,” is a premium Japanese street wear collection. Designer Shoichi Amemiya, previously the director of outerwear at Ecko, launched Sabit in 2006. In the first season, MR magazine dubbed the brand as “Editor’s Best of Fall 06,” describing it as […]

Fashion: The Boyfriend Jean
Ladies, one of the hottest trends this spring is the “boyfriend jean”. Various celebs have been spotted in this look, such as trendsetters Katie Holmes and Lindsay Lohan. Katie Holmes Gwen Stefani Rachel Bilson To achieve this laid back effortless look, get yourself a pair of slightly baggy straight leg jeans, […]