Directed, Written and Edited by: John Sayles Starring: Danny Glover, Charles S. Dutton, Yaya DaCosta (pictured), Lisa Gay Hamilton and introducing Gary Clark, Jr. Supporting cast includes: Eric Abrams, Kel Mitchell, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Davenia McFadden, Vondie Curtis Hall and Sean Patrick Thomas   “It was early Friday evening, and the howl began to bark. Stack […]

In 2007, R&B crooner Trey Songz hit it big with an anthem of patience from the outside looking in called “Can’t Help But Wait.” From the opening instrumentation, listeners are whisked away into a world of, “you deserve better” and a myriad of, “I can treat you better than he can,” in a way that […]

Surely you’ve seen them by now. The Jordan XX3s that plenty of people with the disposable income, questionable priorities and liberal life schedules no doubt stood on line for to pick up on their January 25 release. Meanwhile, the folks at Brand Jordan also hooked up a Countdown Pack to compliment the release. The first […]

Hip-Hop was borne of the pain of urban America. Much of the music is driven by the cathartic release of a beaten but not broken people.  In the same vein, comedy has also been a means of expression and emotional release from our environment.  In Vince Vaughn’s Wild West Comedy Show, we have the story […]

  For the second time this season, we have the New York Giants and the New England Patriots facing off.  This time it’s for all the marbles; the Super Bowl.  The first meeting took place during the last week of the season. The objectives for each team at the time were not as serious as […]

Larry “LJ” Johnson and LJ Smith Break Down the Duel in the Desert: Super Bowl XLII, The Patriots vs. The Giants. Halfway through the football season, most would imagine that if either of the Manning brothers would make it to play to the big game, without a doubt Payton would have been the one.   […]

Everyone has a side hustle, and fashion is the move for a lot of celebrities these days. Last week we told you about new clothing ventures from Lil Wayne, Juelz Santana, Young Buck, Rihanna, Will.I.Am, Kanye West, Angela and Vanessa Simmons, and LL Cool J. This time around, it’s Eve, Jay-Z, Nick Cannon and E-40 […]

In less than two years, Vanessa Simmons has gone from a catalog model to an official Girl Scouts role model. Her and her sister Angela’s idea of designing a sneaker progressed into Pastry, a multi-million dollar empire. When she was first introduced to the world in 2006 on MTV’s Run’s House she was simply pursuing […]

So last week, like any good soap opera, we were left a cliffhanger. Would Hillary’s personal attacks and racial traps affect the Obama campaign? Would Florida be Giuliani’s last stand? And could Mittmentum stall McCain’s burgeoning growth? While the ultimate answer to those questions is still in doubt, this last week has provided us many […]

Okay, be honest. By a show of hands, who thought the New Orleans Hornets would hold the best record in the West by the mid-point of the season?   Anyone? Yeah…that’s what I thought.   In a loaded Western Conference, somehow the boys from the bayou have exceeded expectations. Just like the other surprise team […]

  If you’ve seen Soulja Boy’s “Crank That” video, then you are familiar with the Miskeen Originals clothing line. Souljah Boy’s customized ‘Superman’ hoodie was hand-crafted by the artists in Miskeen’s state-of-the-art studio in Camden, New Jersey.   Miskeen was born in West-Philadelphia by an artist that put his pain and passion for hiscommunity on […]

There is no denying that 106 & Park hosts Terrence J and Rocsi have made their mark. While some doubted the duo’s ability to live up to AJ and Free before them, they proved the naysayers wrong by giving the staple BET show a fresh new vibe.   While his demeanor is often happy-go-lucky, North […]

Time for more Hollywood news coming straight at ya from the Hollywood Shuffle.   This week we can finally stop talking about Eddie Murphy and Tracey Edmonds and focus on some good stuff, including Akon’s new movie, Jamie Foxx’s rumored hosting gig on Charm School 2 and Tyra Banks upcoming marriage. Let the good times […]

 Welcome to another week of Sunday Comics.  Sorry for the delay folks I’m out on the road. In any event, If a Marvel writer doesn’t pick up soon then I’ll put them in myself.  Shout to Task and Bravo for holding it down.  Without further ado, the Sunday Comics.     Red Sonja  – She-Devil […]

Knockout Nation: Jones Outclasses Trinidad, Calls Out Joe Calzaghe   In 2008, the rapid fire combos now come in spurts, usually in the first and last 30 seconds of the round. The footwork is now sluggish, and the blinding counters are now visible and off the mark 50% of the time. Still, a greatly diminished […]

  In the year 2008, we do a lot of the same things our parents and grandparents did 50 years ago to pass the time.    Some of us watch TV; some of us like to work out to keep in shape; while others still like to curl up with a good book. But something […]

    Last summer, I said “Hello” to Brooklyn for the first time; the borough, not Mary J. Blige’s alias.   Don’t get me wrong, I’ve been there a few times, but going for business doesn’t count. Well, I was strolling down the block with a colleague of mine when my attention was snatched away […]

  Hip-Hop has official matured. The attire has grown from Adidas and baggy jeans to button ups and blazers. Benzes and Bentleys are the cars of choice. Endorsements now range from clothing lines to beverages. The names and faces that were readily recognizable in the Hip-Hop community are now household names.   Tinsel town has […]

Request Jeans was launched in 2001, and has since grown to be an acclaimed denim house. The team specializes in catering to any and everyone’s need for the perfect fit, wash and quality. We sat down with Layla Jebara (Brand Executive) and Pete Oakley (Director of Marketing and Public Relations) to discuss how they stay […]

  Ladies, as much as I can’t stand a desperate woman, I’m going to help you out. Now, some of you may know this already, but for those who don’t – listen up. If rappers can rap about it,  and damn near every R&B, pop and country singer can sing about it, we can talk […]