Jason Kidd calling in sick last Wednesday has fueled plenty of controversy. Many writers, fans and even people within the Nets organization (reportedly) are having a tough time grasping that one of the toughest and most dependable players in the league missed a game because of a migraine headache. Instead, people are […]
When the media announced that Eric “Easy E” Wright had full blown AIDS in 1995, I grab my Straight Outta Compton CD and head nodded for a few. Four years prior to this announcement, Magic Johnson had shocked the world with a similar message… “I have the HIV virus…” It hit me like a […]
“But then I threw the check hook. They teach us that in northern Michigan in the amateurs, and he walked right into the shot. He never saw it coming.” -Floyd Mayweather, Jr Indeed, Sugar Ray Robinson would be proud to see his classic KO of Gene Fullmer replicated. Floyd Mayweather scored an […]
The “I Could Care Less” Game of the Week: New Orleans Saints (5-6) vs. Atlanta Falcons (3-8) Location: Georgia Dome, Atlanta, GA For the 2nd time this season, the Falcons will play a primetime game on the same day Michael Vick will be in court. Today, he is being sentenced for his involvement in […]
Lately Mario’s been about being a grown man. Further proving that fact, Mario spearheaded a documentary on his mother’s addiction to heroine. Now his third installment, Go [J Records] brings forth a fuller-voiced Mario leaving behind songs that emulate the stylistically “Let Me Love You.” In place of those songs is a grown-up theme album […]
By now you’ve seen the Jordan Spiz’ikes (shout out to Spike Lee aka Mars Blackmon) and either copped them or wish you had the funds to. While Michael Jordan has been retired from the game of basketball for a number of years now, his apparel still racks up plenty of sales. Nike and MJ new […]
1pm games: Miami Dolphins (0-12) vs. Buffalo Bills (6-6) Location: Ralph Wilson Stadium, Buffalo, NY The Bills pulled of a good win last Sunday from a field goal by Kicker Rian Lindell with 0:04 left in the game against the Redskins. The Dolphins, all they do is lose, so there’s no need to […]
This week, Sports Illustrated named Green Bay Packers QB and soon-to-be Hall Of Famer, Brett Farve, the 2007 Sportsman of the Year. Now I have nothing against Farve. As mentioned, he’s already going to the Hall. This we know. Is he one of the Top 10 QBs in the history of the NFL? Yes. Top […]
Whether he’s rocking a comedy show, a television hosting gig or a cartoon voiceover, Charlie Murphy is a man of many talents. We first really learned of him through his brother Eddie’s exploits, but Charlie has made his own lane in entertainment in a big way since then. An avid storyteller, Charlie has been able to share […]
In parts 1 and 2 of this series, we discussed the importance of nutrition and cardiovascular activity. It’s now time to complete the “healthy trinity” with the final key ingredient for cooking up your new physique: strength training. Whether your goal is to bulk up or slim down, strength training should be […]
The Zune Takeover definitely went down on Friday night (Nov. 30) in Seattle, the home of Zune and Microsoft. The event celebrated the release of the limited-edition “GOODS” customized Zune 80 version, which comes pre-loaded and is only available at the Seattle-based GOODS boutique. Multi-talented artists Swizz Beatz and Bun B were in town to celebrate and perform at the release […]
One of this year’s top rookies was not in drafted in the first or second round of last June’s draft. Hell, he didn’t even play college ball – unless you count community college. Instead, this 27-year-old rookie had to grind to make it to the League. Nearly six years of playing everywhere from […]
Chosen from a pool of over 5,000 applicants in BET’s nationwide search, Rocsi stood out for the producers from the start. Her bubbly personality, confidence and zest was sure to keep 106 & Park interesting. Replacing the immensely popular 106 & Park host Free was no easy task, but this beautiful Latina – who […]
Released: Nov 2007 Platform: Wii Rating: 3.8 out of 5 Geometry Wars: Galaxies is crazy. The entire style of the game is just getting mobbed on so hard by waves and waves of deadly Lucky Charms – like blue diamonds, spinning purple pinwheels, little red rockets, spiraling snakes, and each type of […]
Usually when I write the picks, I normally have a full opening about the past week and try to set the tone for the upcoming games. Although we had a somewhat “solid” game between the Cowboys and the Packers on Thursday Night Football, the game and or games this week have been foreshadowed with the […]
Mismatched make-up, public performance breakdowns, pleas for psychiatric help on behalf of Wyclef. Nothing really matters when it comes to new Lauryn Hill material. As either an effort to dilute the concentrated assumption that Lauryn’s gone mad or to haphazardly throw together random performances and soundtrack spots to quiet lingering fans, The Re-Education of Lauryn […]
My how time flies. It’s hard to believe it’s been a whole year since the PS3 and Wii crashed the next gen party. The past year has seen gaming as a whole reach unseen heights. With success comes hate though, and the fanboys fought at a blistering pace. One particular argument has […]
*Note: Kevin Powell will host his annual clothing drive again this year. This represents the 7th annual holiday party and clothing drive for the activist. It all happens on Friday, December 7th, 10:00 pm -4:00 am, at Tribeca Cinemas. It will once again benefit the Safe Horizon Streetwork Project, a program that supports nearly 10,000 […]
The Akademiks dream team of Donwan and Emmett Harrell have master-minded the recipe for longevity in an industry that has the survival rate of a one-hit wonder. The Virginia Beach bred brothers had designer genes in their blood, handed down from their parents. Their resumes speak for themselves, ranging from Emmett’s experiences from Phat Farm to […]
For the kickoff of their new season of Cribs, MTV took a tour of 50 Cent’s home [airing Thursday 11/29, 10:30pm], and we’ll be catching a glimpse of his expansive estate – even that now-famous lake in the back yard. The former home of Mike Tyson, 50’s domain is nothing short of an American palace. Add […]
