“As a new mother, with a two-month old, I refuse to let these companies, these corporations, call my daughter a ‘b####,’ a ‘hoe,’ a ‘n***er.’ It’s over. It’s not about ‘free speech.’ It’s about you’re peddling drugs into the mind of our community. What you do is addicting our children to violence.” —Rosa Clemente, Hot […]

CAVI (short for “caviar”) is the brand responsible for the explosive military woven shirt trend we’ve seen in recent years. Fabolous Although many brands have come along and attempted to knock off the distinct looks that CAVI created, there is no doubt that the brand is the leader in this arena, or the “caviar of […]

Lets be clear, people. We like Joe Budden around these parts. That’s no mystery. We think this is one talented young man that has a lot to offer the game. He’s skilled with the lyrics and is one of the best emcees out and about these days. On the other side of things, there is […]

What makes a selvedge jean unique from the common jean? As you can see in the below images, selvedge denim has a clean, natural edge that does not unravel. You can see the actual edge of the fabric where the weaving stops and is finished by a shuttle loom. Common denim is woven on a […]

You might know Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Terrell Suggs as a force to be reckoned with on the field. A proven component on the defensive line, the three-time Pro Bowler, has amassed 212 solo tackles, and 45 sacks since being selected tenth in the first round of the 2003 NFL draft. As a naturally gifted […]

Crying is a negative for men. For goodness sake, nobody likes to see a sloppy, weepy man. But I have to admit, the other day, I was straight up down. I can’t even front. These days it seems like our world is falling apart. But, the thing is, I still have my little job, my […]

We’re used to seeing female celebrities dressed up on red carpets, but who has the best style when they’re just kicking back?   Here are just a few ladies who usually always look on point, whether at an award show or running errands.   Let us know if we missed your top choice! Rihanna in […]

Dawson Wins Rematch Handily Aging vet Antonio Tarver again came up short against undefeated light-heavyweight champ Chad Dawson, losing a clear unanimous decision this past Saturday in Las Vegas. As in their initial title fight, Tarver struggled to cope with Dawson’s fast hands, especially when thrown in combination. Throughout the first two rounds, Dawson easily […]

Soldiers have perhaps the hardest job in the world. They wake up in the morning happy to be alive, s####### their gear and go kill people before they kill them. It’s like being an inner-city police officer but worse. When news of a U.S. solider opening fire on a stress clinic at Iraq military base […]

As stated on SneakTip‘s official website, “sneakerheads, as they are referred to, always had to have heads up on the sneaker market, staying on tip of future releases – thus the name SneakTip”.       SneakTip launched in 2006 with impeccable timing, as the newest and rarest kicks became increasingly popular with the masses. […]

We’ve seen sneakers transform over the years, going from being functional to strictly fashionable, or falling somewhere between the two. Retro high tops and flashy metallic colors have come and gone…and come back again.What is your favorite sneaker, or sneaker brand right now? Is it a traditional pair of Nikes, or a newer brand like […]

When an award confirms the virtue of a cause at the same time that cause is dying the slow death of underfunding, there is obviously a problem.   Last week Attorney General Eric Holder honored Kenneth Barnes Sr. with the National Crime Victim Service Award, for outstanding service on behalf of victims of crime.   […]

This is not a satire.This is not a joke.This is how this old brain feels.To hell with some of you young whipper-snapper Hip-Pop clowns. You make me not want to have any more kids and you make be fear raising the ones I have.Why?You’re wack!Need clarification? Here it is.I am from the third or fourth […]

This surprisingly dark comedy about a group of present day Boys in the Hood, stars Mike Epps as guff ball Brody, Wood Harris as wanna be-gangster Guch and Donald Faison as slacker Leo, the central figure. Set in South Philly, the “Next Day Air” chronicles a day-in-the-life of these three opportunist and unapologetic characters who […]

“Do you have something to say to Alfamega?” I have written about snitching a few times in my day. Remember “21 Questions for Cam’ron” and “To Snitch or Not To Snitch,” from a few years ago? Everybody is talking about Alfamega now! For those living in a dungeon, thesmokinggun.com somehow unearthed ancient court documents suggesting […]

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 […]

For a long time, when I saw kids who are out of control, hugging the block, angry and violent I’d think, “It’s the parents’ fault.” While I still consider the lack of parenting and solid family structure as contributing to the demise of young people, I’ll admit that there are other factors outside of the […]

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 […]

“So, ‘untitled’, it is/ I never change nothin’/ But people remember this: If Nas can’t say it, think about these talented kids/ With new ideas being told what they can and can’t spit/” —Nas, “Hero,” Untitled, 2008. “…  I’m hoping someday maybe/ They don’t obey their parents/ Maybe they will obey me/ Future for the […]