Posts Tagged ‘NYC’
Music Killah Priest: Heavy Mental Music
August 18, 2010 - 10:40 am
Brooklyn emcee Killah Priest has accrued quite a few aliases over the years; Iron Sheik, Masada or you could even call him by his government name, Walter Reed. He’s been down with the world famous Wu-Tang crew since the beginning, and was even part of Wu splinter groups like The Grave Diggaz and The Sunz of Man. However, no matter what project he’s working on, you always know what to expect when you pop in a Killah Priest CD. It’ll be knowledge-drenched, cerebral, metaphysical, anti-bling, apocalypse-themed verses. Due to his unique musical content, he’s developed a strong following and released several solo albums which have been supported wholeheartedly by his loyal fanbase. Oh and lest we forget, he is also ¼ of the deadly consortium of devastating lyricists known as THE HRSMN which also comprises of Ras Kass, Canibus and Kurupt.
Killah Priest’s newly released LP is titled the “3-Day Theory” (released via Man Bite Dog) records, and we caught up with the man who calls his style of lyricism “Stained Glass Writing” to talk about his latest opus.
4.86 (7 votes)
Loading ...Featured Gallery New York City Graffiti perseveres in the ever-changing NYC
August 11, 2010 - 12:56 pm
Graffiti and New York City are inseparable. Regardless of how many security cameras are installed or other preventative measures enacted, there is no way to completely stop writers from leaving their names on surfaces across the expansive five boroughs. It’s a decades old tradition that not even rabid gentrification can cease. And in 2010, it’s good to see that walls, doors, street posts, and all reachable surfaces are still being hit up with style.
4.60 (5 votes)
Loading ...Contributors Gallery Williamsburg, NYC: Hipster Sector Extraordinaire
July 28, 2010 - 9:27 am
Every city has it’s hipster sector, but not all hipster sectors are created equal. New York’s Williamsburg neighborhood in Brooklyn stands apart not only because of its density, span, and tastemaking power, but also its considerable cultural diversity. A breeding ground for bands and artists of all stripes since the 70s, Williamsburg is home to numerous theaters, cafes, art spaces and concert venues. Local and [often] imported bohemia thrives alongside multiple ethnic clusters, often inspiring snarky dismissal by other NYC residents. Clearly, if you like fun, this neighborhood is not to be missed.
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Loading ...New York City Hester Street Fair
July 22, 2010 - 9:17 am
Exploring an outdoor market on a Sunday is a time-honored New York tradition. From single girls searching for the perfect vintage dress to old couples bickering lovingly over a pair of lampshades, they attract all types. On a good day at a market, you can find almost anything. Old photographs, back issues of your once-favorite magazine, almost unworn vintage boots & a pink rotary telephone? It’s yours for the taking!
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Loading ...Music DJ Muggs Vs. Ill bill – “Kill Devil Hills” Listening Session (07/15/2010)
July 21, 2010 - 10:16 am
The rotten apple has been in the firm grip of a sizzling heat wave for the last two weeks – and as any New Yorker will tell you, when it starts to really bake in Gotham, it’s something serious. It probably has something to do with all the skyscrapers holding in the heat and the concrete pavements emitting it so offensively to the city’s denizens. So anyways, it was a welcome pleasure to walk into DJ Premier’s “Headqcourterz” studios on the west of Manhattan for the Ill Bill/DJ Muggs listening session and see a nice spread of very-chilled Heinekens, Coronas and bottled waters set out for the invited guests. After cooling down with a few long sips of cold beer and ingesting a quick pizza slice, reality set in that I was actually lounging in the confines of hallowed rap history. “Headqcourterz” studios was formerly known as D&D, and this is the same location where rap gods like Jay-Z , Nas and Biggie recorded key cuts with DJ Premier for their classic debut albums: Reasonable Doubt, Illmatic and Ready to Die respectively. It’s also where Primo’s own group, Gangstarr (R.I.P. Guru) recorded classic albums in their extensive collection – epic albums like Hard to Earn, Moment of Truth and Daily Operation. No one has to tell you how special this place is – the gold and platinum plaques on the wall tell the story all too clearly.
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Loading ...Event Rebel Cupcake NYC
July 16, 2010 - 9:53 am
Bevin Branlandingham knows how to throw a party. She brings together a mix of Brooklyn’s finest: a slew of performers celebrating the essence of queer, a dash of DJ’s spinning beats and an attitude that makes everyone want to dance, hug and kiss all night long. Add a lil sugar and spice and out comes Rebel Cupcake– a monthly themed dance party and show for flamboyant queers of all shapes and flavors. Speaking of flavors, did you try the cupcakes?
5.00 (2 votes)
Loading ...Fashion Sabit NYC: Tanoshinde, Zeal & Passion
April 26, 2010 - 11:48 pm
The word, “Tanoshinde” in Japanese means “Enjoyment” – and it’s a recurring theme when you speak with the owner/designer Shoichi Amemiya of the NYC /Japanese street-style apparel brand, Sabit. He presides over his Manhattan Fashion District showroom like a fashionable, Obi Wan Kenobi, and every Zen-infused word from his mouth shows his true love and gratitude for the 5-year brand he’s built from the ground up.
“My brand is based on a Japanese fashion style called Amecaji ,” he begins. “Ame- stands for American, and –Caji means casual. It basically means American Casual or American Heritage. For example, there might be a brand that decides to make A2-Flight Jackets based exactly on the ones used by American pilots in World War II. Or another Japanese brand might decide to make denim based on Levi’s 501 jeans styles from 1950. It might not be the same thing but it’s an exact replica – so Sabit takes inspiration from this style of clothing with different spins and twists.”
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Loading ...New York City Springtime in the NYC
April 14, 2010 - 11:43 am
The bumblebees murmur among the flowers, the blue skies seem endless & dog owners are out cruising other dog owners. Yes, spring is finally here & it couldn’t have come at a better time. Just when everyone in New York was about to hit their absolute limit with the cold weather, suddenly the sun came out, & everything seemed good again.
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Loading ...Event BIOSHOCK FANS UNITE ON DECEMBER 5: PIER 54, NYC
December 1, 2009 - 1:06 pm
BioShock-aholics will converge on Pier 54 in New York City at 12:00 noon on December 5th. Join fellow Splicers at this 2K-hosted event–a nice little morsel of goodness to tide you over until the worldwide release of Bioshock 2. JOIN THE RAPTURE FAMILY!
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5.00 (1 votes)
Loading ...Fashion A-Morir
October 21, 2009 - 9:51 am
I discovered A-Morir at the beginning of the year. The Patricia Field Boutique in NYC is a veritable treasure trove of all things colorful, shiny & over-the-top, but even among their choicest pieces, something stood out: a pair of Swarovski crystal-encrusted glasses. The frames were square & oversized, & the crystals were gleaming gunmetal. They made me think of what the World Spelling Bee champion would wear if they’d had a huge (albeit underaged) win in Las Vegas.
You’ve seen A-Morir too– you just don’t know it yet. A-Morir is an accessory line, but customized eyewear is what they’re known for. A-Morir glasses have been donned on The Hills, the red carpet & in a variety of music videos. They’ve adorned the faces of a slew of true modern icons like Cassie, Katy Perry, Mariah Carey & Jazmine Sullivan. A-Morir also counts Rihanna as one of its most enthusiastic supporters, meaning it’s really only a matter of time until this one-girl operation is no longer a top-end secret.
I got cozy with Kerin Rose, the flame-haired vixen at the helm of the bedazzling, to get a view of the girl behind the glasses.
2.53 (15 votes)
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