NEW: "4evaNaDay" by Big K.R.I.T. [Music Video]

Big K.R.I.T. drops a nice illustrated visual for his newest song 4evaNaDay.

I have so much respect for the people/person who did the rotoscoping for this music video. The editors have to illustrate each frame individually...which is very time-consuming considering an average film is around 30 frames per second. Crazy!

Man...

...I NEED TO GET BETTER AT ILLUSTRATING.

NEW: "Where Have You Been" by Rihanna [Music Video]

Rihanna is killin' it like always in her newest music video for her song Where Have You Been. Dope work, keep it up girl!

The things I would do to dance with her...

Hello Brooklyn Nets

The Brooklyn Nets finally reviled their new logo for the 2012-2013 NBA season. Apparently, Jay-Z aided in the design of the identity/logo. I like it! Very clean, timeless, and sinister...perfect for an NBA squad.

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Best Commercial of the Year

Just watch...

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I don't know what the jagermeister bandana did to me, but what ever it did it must have deserved it!

"Burnt Down"

Nugged Up!

It's a pretty gloomy day in Mount Pleasant...which means there is a good chance you'll see a few girls Nugged Up in the streets!

I saw this one Nugged Up on my walk home from class:

NEW: The Cool Down Vol. 2: Dope Hooks and Notebooks by Master G and Tony Millions [Mixtape]

After countless hours of work The Cool Down Vol. 2: Dope Hooks and Notebooks by Master G and Tony Millions [Mixtape] is here!

This is the second album in the summer series known as The Cool Down.

Mixed and edited by: Master G
Featuring special guest: Zoe Indigo

Listen below and download HERE!

Album Artwork by: Mr.Matt

NEW: "Drive Thru Hoes (Snippet)" by Master G & Tony Millions [Video]

Here is a short snippet of Drive Thru Hoes by Master G & Tony Millions.

The Cool Down Vol. 2: Dope Hooks and Notebooks by Master G & Tony Millions drops Sunday, April 29th, 2012!

Filmed and edited by: Mr.Matt

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"DJ PigPen"

NEW: "The Don" by Nas [Music Video]

Nas drops some hot bars for his newest video The Don. Very clean and professional! His new studio album Life Is Good comes out this July.

Rapping Food

Via Vimeo, "Conventional wisdom tells us not to talk with our mouth full, but no one ever said anything about pieces of food rapping along to some of the best culinary lines in hip-hop history. This stop-motion film shows everything from pancakes and bacon to a green pepper with a platinum grill lip-synching along to classic lines from Biggie Smalls, Guru, Raekwon, Q-Tip, Action Bronson, Method Man and a whole lot more notable emcees. Dinner is served."

DOPE!

Proudly sponsored by the good people at
Lifted Research Group

Directed by Bankshot
TeamBankshot.com
@TeamBankshot

Music By DJ Nick Castle
@DJCASTLE

Poster Design

In one of my classes last week we were assigned a design challenge. We had to design a concert poster for a band called El Ten Eleven in 1 hour.

This is what I made! I quickly researched the band and found out they played single and double necked bass guitars. Therefore, I incorporated them to represent the bands name literately (10 and 11)...The single neck bass looks like the number 10 and the double necked bass looks like the number 11. 

The rest of the design is simple. The poster is red to represent the venue (the Red Room). The texture represents the "dryness" of Tucson, AZ and "earthiness" of their instrumental music...same with the type. I chose to include a lot of space and minimize the size of the illustrative elements as a way to draw the viewer in for a closer inspection. 

Also, notice the subtle black flourished on the edges of the poster for added texture and style.

What do you think? Comment!

Designed by Mr.Matt

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I took this after CMU's spring football game...

"Snake Girl"

Old Spice - I Can Do Anything [Commercial]

Smell like a champion and believe in "yoursmellf"! Hahayo! I love this commercial.

Frog Being a Boss

Nothing much to see here...frog sitting like a boss...

My Thoughts

Teach yourself how to be stress free...It will save you a lot of anguish.

A Super Mario Summary [Game]

Bored? Then play A Super Mario Summary!

Via Johan Peitz, "A Super Mario Summary is my entry to the 23rd Ludum Dare 48 hour game development challenge. I tried to recreate every level in the original Super Mario Brothers game, but on a single screen each. The result is a puzzle platformer where you need to combine reflexes, timing, and clever thinking to succeed. 


To get the highest rating on a level, you need to take all coins and hit the top of the flag pole. Good luck!"

Cool! Click HERE to play.

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Martee Tenner Flips Over Defender

Lincoln University (D-II) football player Martee Tenner cannot go through his defender so instead he front flips over him during a scrimmage.

Just incredible athleticism.

My Thoughts: MTV Music Videos

MTV should play music videos instead of commercials...just like how the Disney channel promotes their stuff during "commercial breaks."

"How would they get sponsorships/advertisers," you ask? With product placement within live performances and/or allowing advertisers to sponsor videos: "This video was brought to you by [insert company here]."

This way MTV could incorporate more music videos into their programming. After all, MTV does stand for MUSIC Television.

What do you think???

My Thoughts

Mac Miller says, "Louis shoes, polo socks, some name brand dumb shit. Logo never make a man, but I'm still blowin' thousands on it." - via Blue Slide Park (around 0:17).

I say, "Logo never make a man, unless you are a graphic designer."

Touche? 

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Throwback from the Menge...

"Eye See You"

President Barack Obama Slow Jams the News

Last night on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon President Obama make a surprise guest appearance to slow jams the news about student loans. I like the Kim and Kanye line...

Incredible!

NEW: "Outta Control" by M.E.D. feat. Hodgy Beats [Music Video]

Hodgy Beats (from Odd Future) jumps on the Madlib produced track Outta Control by M.E.D. The visual has a very interesting aesthetic to it...a collage of crayon drawings mixed with marijuana imagery. Interesting. 

What do you think...hot or not?

Tweet of the Day

What?! Justin Bieber just tweeted about Jerry...

...I wonder what he is talking about. Is he using Jerry as an adjective like we do (see definition HERE)???

NEW: "Lindsay Rance [Freestyle]" by Master G & Big Shawn

Master G and Big Shawn just fooling around in the studio...

P.S. We love you Lindsay!

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Throwback at the Menge with Grape Soda, Lindsay, Alyssa, and Pretty Bird Jerry.

"Pretty Bird Jerrying"

Visvim Ballistic 20L ‘Color Block’ Backpacks

Via: HighSnobiety


Check out the new Spring 2012 backpack collection by Visvim! Each backpack features a vibrant duo-toned colored upper paired with a nice brown elk leather bottom. Beautiful! 


I am not really sure where you can cop one of these...but High Snobiety reports they will be out this week at Visvim retailers.

My Thoughts

All of the light illuminates the room. Dream state of mind. Goodnight.

Photo credit: Mista Matt

My Thoughts

Tyler said Pharrell said, "Get em." So he got em.

My Thoughts

I dislike filling in the bubbles on scantron forms...

My Thoughts

Don't you hate people who ruin words?

Giant Donut Pool Float

Via: LikeCool

Summer is right around the corner! Which means it's time to dust off your beach toys, dig up your bathing suit, and prepare for an awesome time!

I am a big fan of inflatable pool toys and this one is my favorite so far! It reminds me of Odd Future's logo.

Get your very own for $25 HERE!

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"What is Beef...Ron?"

What is Beef...Ron? [Video]

When @DJ_PigPen was DJing last night, we beefed him...putting his room into the laundry room! Hahayo!

#WHATSBEEF? #MakinMoves

Starring: 

@TomWhittaker_

@Jake_Yates

@DwayneDC24

& Bryan 

Filmed and edited:

by Mista Matt (@MattRosenbach)

Song credit: 

Who Shot Ya by Notorious BIG

Movin On Up by Ja'net Dubois

Enjoy!

Quote of the Day

Practice what you preach.

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Check out the size of that bottom phone...huge! It even had a stylus!

"Jenga"

Photo Credit: @DJ_PigPen

NEW: "We Get High" by Sir Michael Rocks

Via: IllRoots

Ooo! I really like this one! Sir Michael Rocks (one half of The Cool Kids) drops a fresh verse over a C-Sick produced beat. The beat samples Michael Franks St.Elmo's Fire (listen HERE) and a Chris Tucker sound bite from the movie Rush Hour (watch below).

I love the summer vibe the song has. Listen below!

NEW: "Somebody That I Used To Know Vs Dead Wrong (Scott Melker Popped and Screwed Remix)" by Gotye & Biggie

@TomWhittaker_ tweeted this dope mashup of Biggie's Dead Wrong and Gotye's Somebody That I Used to Know. The unexpected mix of songs compliment each other nicely! Listen & download below!

 

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@DJ_PigPen's old setup before he got his new mixer...

"Disc Jockey"

My Thoughts: Acting Single in a Relationship

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: every good relationship is based on trust and communication. You have to be able to absolutely, without a doubt, trust your partner in any situation and effectively communicate any time you have an issue or concern within the relationship. Master these two things and I promise you your relationship will be full of genuine smiles.

However, lately I’ve been noticing more and more relationships crumble directly as a result of the absence of these things. In fact, I see more and more people in relationships that act single. I see people who betray the trust of their partner by flirting or talking to other people in a harmful manner. Or  cutting off the communication lines and not being 100% upfront with their partner about issues going on in their head. These are classic examples of things that I see people trying to get away with while still dating someone.  Why is it?

I’ve never been a perfect boyfriend and I’ve made my share of mistakes. But in my opinion, I have never faulted in these areas in any relationship I've ever had. Why would I? If trust is not important to you and you find yourself out at the club sexually dancing with other people or on Facebook messaging strangers, then why are you even in the relationship to begin with? If you're not really putting in the effort to let your partner know how you’re really feeling then it is not worth it!

I am not sure if people get too attached to their partner or if they simply don’t care about their relationship, but in any case I don’t understand this behavior. If you don't care and you just want to do your thing without having anyone breathe down your neck then stay single! Don’t get in a relationship until you're ready to commit. Being in a mutual relationship comes with certain expectations and if you can’t abide to them then it’s not the right thing for you. You should never feel tied down or controlled...but instead you should want to act differently because you've found someone who is worth acting differently for.

What do you think? Why do people do this? Has this ever happened to you? Tell us YOUR story by commenting below: 

NEW: "I Don't Like" by Chief Keef feat. Lil Reese [Music Video]

The other day Kanye West tweeted this album cover for his upcoming G.O.O.D Music single I Don't Like featuring Pusha T, Chief Keef, Jadakiss, & Big Sean. The song is actually going to be a remix of Chief Keef's song I Don't Like.

I'm excited to see what Kanye does to the beat and structure of the song. For now, watch the original below!

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What Effect Does Sound Have On Us?

SoundCloud explores what sound does to us physiologically, psychologically, cognitively, and behaviorally. Pretty interesting short movie...watch it if you're interested in sound or psychology!

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This is a long exposure photograph of me moving my cell phone around to create a light trail.

"Glow Trail"

NEW: "Looking For Some Girls" by DJ Kronic feat. Bombs Away [Music Video]

Oh boy!!! Check out this sexy music video for DJ Kronic's newest song Looking For Some Girls. If you like girls partying in underwear (who doesn't) this video is for you...

Shout out to @DJ_PigPen for the find! #Boi

NEW: "DEFTO" by Jamal

I was browsing Vimeo when I came across this music video for DEFTO by Jamal.

The video is about a young couple that steal a large sum of money from a rather evil looking man and use it to go on an irresponsible adventure across the world...only to experience a downward spiral when the money runs out. The video sort of reminds me of THIS.

I am not sure what language the song is or where the music video takes place, but I like it! Watch it below and let us know: Dope or Nope?

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"Heyo"

Kanye West and Kid Cudi in Qatar

Via: TheLifeFiles

The Life Files spotted Kanye and Cudi in Qatar filming for an upcoming short film in conjunction with Kanye's upcoming solo album. Who is pumped for some G.O.O.D. music!? I know I am!

Boombox Pillow Set

Via: HiConsumption

How cool is this boom box pillow set? No matter what, boom boxes will always be dope in my opinion. Which is why this pillow set would be a nice addition to any room!

Click HERE to purchase!

NEW: "Party Girl" by Asher Roth ft. Meek Mill

Check out Asher Roth's newest single Party Girl featuring Meek Mill. The song samples Eddie Murphy's Party All The Time. Dope! Asher's new album This Is Too Orange is dropping soon!

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Recess Opening Theme vs. The Great Escape by Elmer Bernstein

I was listening to Pandora Radio when I accidentally selected "James Bond Radio." The first song that played was The Great Escape by Elmer Bernstein. I let it play for a few seconds and it sounded very familiar to me. It reminded me of the opening theme song from Recess, a cartoon I used to watch as a kid.

I compared both side by side and they sound very similar! So similar, in fact, that I think Recess "borrowed" the score from The Great Escape, altered it a bit (using different instruments and arrangement), and called it their own!

What do you think? Are they similar? Take a listen to both below:

Ferris Bueller's Day Off - Twist and Shout Scene

Having a bad day? Then watch the classic Twist and Shout scene (song by the Beatles) from the movie Ferris Bueller's Day Off. It will (hopefully) brighten up your day.

For those of you who have never seen Ferris Bueller, rent it now! For those who have, I pose the question: Was this the first ever flash mob?

Mark McNairy Loves Danny Brown Tee Shirt

For those of you who don't know, Detroit native Danny Brown has been making some noise in the hiphop scene for a couple years now. Just recently he was signed to Fools Gold Records and was honored a 2012 freshman class member by XXL Magazine.

Designer Mark McNairy just released an iconic I <3 Danny Brown teeshirt featuring the likeness of Milton Glaser's I <3 NY logo and the Detroit D. I bet these are going to sell like hot cakes!

Purchase the shirt HERE and check out Danny Brown's newest music video for Radio Song below!

Live Leaks: Day 281

"Beerbrary"

Quote of the Day

“If at first, the idea is not absurd, then there is no hope for it.”
- Albert Einstein

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Nugged Up!

@DwayneDC24 was in Chicago last week when he spotted a girl wearing the boots with the fur and a North Face jacket. Dwayne says, "This should be a candidate for Nugged Up of the year with the sparkle Uggs in Chicago."

We will see about that Dwayne...you aren't the first to capture a girl Nugged Up in Chicago or find one in sparkle Uggs...Not bad though!

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Jake and...

"Chumlee"

Flour, Egg, Milk Ven Diagram

Via: StephenWildish

Check out this witty illustration I came across today. Funny and clever! Hit the link above for more posters by Stephen Wildish.

Lil B Tricking Sampler

Brandon McCuien (aka Lil B) knows how to "trick." Tricking is the concept of mixing and moving creatively in a space and it can be applied to anything in motion; BMX, skateboarding, martial arts, etc.

Below you can watch Lil B go nutso on the mat...combining and connecting various flips and twists with massive air and skill.

@DJ_PigPen says, "Why isn't he on the squad?!?!?" [The olympic gymnastics team]
SIGN HIM UP!

Procrastination

Check out this motion data visualization student project by Ryan Perera. The project breaks down the cause of procrastination and offers solutions to fix it.

Do you procrastinate?

My Thoughts

Your future is not a promise, so why plan ahead? Instead, live everyday like there's no tomorrow. Trust me, you'll start doing things you never thought possible.

NEW: "Payphone" by Maroon 5 feat. Wiz Khalifa

Via: RapRadar

This is very strange, unexpected collaboration. Maroon 5 enlists rapper Wiz Khalifa to spit some bars on their newest single Payphone. Maroon 5 is set to release their new album, Overexposed on June 26th. If you would have told me Wiz was going to be featured on a Maroon 5 track a year ago, I wouldn't have believed you.

What do you guys think; hot or not?

CordCruncher Headphones

We (Americans) are always on the go...We are either walking to class, going to the gym, or running to lunch in between work shifts. And now, more than ever, we are looking for ways to entertain ourselves during these "in between" moments. Now that the iPhone era is upon us, we find ourselves using our mobile devices to listen to music on the go.

BUT, as we all know, it is frustrating picking apart a tangled mess of headphone cord from your pocket. Which is why the CordCruncher was invented!

Via CordCruncher, "Outfitted with high-quality earbuds, the CordCruncher Headphone's elastic sleeve allows you to customize your listening experience, giving you complete control of your cord length. Adjust it anywhere from 16 inches to 3.5 feet. Finish up at the gym, crunch the earbuds, and toss them into your bag for the next use—all tangle-free, every single time!"

Nice! Now you can listen to your music and not worry about a tangled mess to deal with. Just throw the CordCruncher in your bag or wear it as a bracelet when your done!

Check it out HERE and pledge $20 to be the first on your block to own a pair (oh, the marketing power of "be the first" schemes)! 

Peanut Butter and Jelly Vodka

Via: VanGoghVodka

Introducing Van Gogh's newest flavor of vodka: Peanut Butter and Jelly!

Via Van Gogh Vodka, "The fragrance of our PB&J vodka is predominantly of peanuts complemented by the fresh fruit aroma of raspberry. In the mouth, the roles are reversed with the raspberry taking center stage supported by the toasty flavor of peanut butter and a hint of vanilla on the side."

Hmm, sounds pretty good! It couldn't be worse than THIS.

Look out for Van Gogh's PB&J Vodka coming soon to your local liquor store.

Tupac Live at Coachella 2012

This past weekend Tupac (yes, Tupac) took the stage live at Coachella......well sort of.....

The geniuses behind the performance created a holographic image of Tupac and projected him on stage alongside Snoop Dogg and Dr.Dre. Do you think this is going to be a new trend for deceased artists? Anyways, very cool! Check out the futuristic performance below:

My Thoughts: Back to Business

Hey everyone!

I am getting a new laptop tomorrow and the normal volume of blog posts per day (about 3 to 6) will resume. Sorry for the slow blogging and missed day on Saturday!

This week, look for a couple of freestyles by Master G and Big Shawn, photos from the CMU spring tailgate, and possibly some a sneak peak of the Cool Down Volume 2 [Mixtape] featuring Tony Millions.

Thanks for sticking in there with us!

Master G and Mista Matt
Listen.Share.Support.Love.Music 
On.The.Rox Records

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"Climbing Kitty"

“The House” – 22 Million Dollar 1-Bedroom Condominium

Via: HighSnobiety

Holy Sh#t talk about expensive real estate! 

"The House" is a 1 bedroom, 4,434 ft condo in the Minami-Azabu district of Tokyo. It has a bathroom with a hot tub, a fitted walk-in closet, plasma televisions, shoe storage that fits 200 pairs of shoes, a gourmet kitchen, a courtyard garden, original artwork painted on site, and more; the list goes on and on... 

Next time you win the lotto (good luck) and need a place to get away on the weekend, remember to check to see if "The House" is still on the market...

NEW: "Ring Ring" by Rick Ross ft. Future

Check out Ring Ring by Rick Ross featuring Future.

I'm not quite sure I am digging the hook, I honestly feel like I could've done better. But the song definitely has that Rick Ross swag and my man goes in like always. Check it out:

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"DON'T BE PUSHED BY YOUR PROBLEMS, BE LED BY YOUR DREAMS"

Boobstagram

Introducing Boobstagram!

The website dedicated to cleavage to raise awareness for breast cancer (yeah right). This website is going to blow up! Check out some of the boobstagrams below and visit the website HERE!