Obama political ad (McCain "seven" houses)

HERE IT IS.

HOT LIKE FIIYAAAAH!!!

Millenium Falcon "She's the fastest ship in the fleet!"

So I was tooling around in Target and I saw something that I had to have! As a kid, I remember celebrating Christmas with friends whose parents had more money than mine. I think it was 1982. My friend got one, I wanted it so bad.
I damn near bought it.....for my sons.....and me.
You can buy it HERE

The Runners

The Runners

Production team based out of Orlando. Easily recognized by the opening sound of "Ahhhh" on all of their produced songs.

Their resume boasts some the hottest sounds from "the movement"; a collection of Southern based artists joined together to make bangin tracks such as -

• 2006: "Hustlin'" (Rick Ross)
• 2006: "Born-N-Raised" (DJ Khaled featuring Trick Daddy, Pitbull, & Rick Ross)
• 2007: "Go Getta" (Young Jeezy featuring R. Kelly)
• 2007: "Bet That" (Trick Daddy featuring Chamillionaire & Gold Rush)
• 2007: "Dreamin'" (Young Jeezy featuring Keyshia Cole)
• 2007: "I'm So Hood" (DJ Khaled featuring Trick Daddy, Rick Ross, Plies, & T-Pain)
• 2007: "Slap" (Ludacris)
• 2007: "Speedin'" (Rick Ross featuring R. Kelly)
• 2008: "Cash Flow" (Ace Hood featuring T-Pain & Rick Ross)
• 2008: "Out Here Grindin" (DJ Khaled featuring Akon, Rick Ross, Plies, Lil' Boosie, Trick Daddy, Ace Hood & Lil Wayne)

Newest track - Go Hard feat. Kanye, T-Pain

A gentleman never has a bad day

It should be noted that a gentleman is a man capable of capitalizing on choices and options. Men generally have the ability to keep themselves out of trouble, provided they listen to their inner gentleman voice.

1. Always speak in a tone that commands attention while also creating intrigue. It makes people want to listen to you.

2. Dress as if you are proud of your personal style and appearance. Confidence is expressed by the risks that you take in your clothing choices.

3. Always maintain eye contact with people when you speak to them. Especially with women. Women pay a great deal of attention to the eyes. Its easier to persuade someone to do what you want when you maintain solid eye contact.

4. Say what you mean and mean what you say. Stand by your words as well as your actions.

5. Avoid seeking approval from people who know less than you about given matters. Its easier to seek forgiveness.

6. Smile often. But no toothy grinning! A simple smirk is often quite effective in maintaining a sense of control.

7. Keep a decent shine on your shoes. In addition to eyes, women always look at a man's shoes.

8. Keep up your grooming habits. Keep the hairs in your nose, ears and eyebrows trimmed. Don't forget the finger and toenails.

9. Read newspapers of cities outside of your immediate city of residence. If you live in Florida, read the NY Times. If you live in NY, read the LA Times.

10. Try to limit your TV viewing to less than 2-3 hours a day. Instead find ways to exercise your mind. Crossword puzzles, writing out a list of goals, fix something that's broken--- continue to stretch your brain.

11. Diversify your food tastes. Sample different cuisines.

12. Start a conversation with someone that you don't know. You may be able to bring a smile to someone's face who could be far worse off than you.

13. If you own them, find a better use for your trendy T-shirts; Ed Hardy, Affliction and Christian Audigier. They may be better suited as doggie pads or cleaning rags.

Majoring in the minor

I just read an interesting article regarding the fact that by 2042, America will look more ethnically and racially diverse. Minorities will no longer be brown people, whites will become the new minority. Is this a bad thing? Culture is good. Some of America's most boring cities also have the least culture. Think about it.

CLICK HERE for the rest of the article.

Wale, Lupe and Kardinal Offishall - Dope Boyz - remix

hot new track!

LISTEN HERE

Damn...we've lost two more great brothas

Bernie Mac, you will be missed!
You were the funniest muthaf#$%#* to get his own Tv show.

FRIDAY

HOW TO BE A PLAYER

DON'T BE A MENACE TO SOUTH CENTRAL WHILE DRINKING YOUR JUICE IN THE HOOD

Issac Hayes, you will be missed!
You represented an era with exceptional class, swagger and black pride.

TRUCK TURNER

WALK ON BY

Bespoke

If you are ever in Orlando for reasons other than DisneyWorld and need some bespoke shirts, Sadler's is your spot. The owner David Sadler, a true gentleman from UK will take great care of you. They use fabric from some of the world's best mills. Check them out Here
Tell them I sent you...

WALE

Hottest in the game.
Next best thing.

Ok, I'm out of catch phrases.

Seinfeld Mixtape - DOWNLOAD FREE MIXTAPE HERE

Look out for WALE!
D.C.
Maryland
Virginia

"DMV"
STAND UP!

American Boys

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No such thing as a cheap date.

Let's face it the economy sucks. We are forced to pay a higher cost for things that we use on a regular basis. So how does a man keep the lady, or for some of my friends; ladies happy when you're living on a tight budget? Here are some places that you can go to entertain your GF without looking like el cheapo.

Panera Bread - If you live near a mid-size city, you probably have one of these spots close-by. If you haven't yet done so you should check it out. You Pick Two® is a deal that gives you the option of ordering two of three options, 1/2 sandwich a bowl of soup or a salad. Unless your GF is greedy---most aren't, you may be able to split this up; i.e sandwich for you, soup or salad for her. Add two large drinks and you're eating for two for less than $10. Healthier and heartier than you local McDonald's! Free wireless internet too.

Take her to the park! Most ladies love donning those chic expensive sunglasses, the park is a perfect place to take your lady when the weather is nice. You will be able to show her your attentive side because you will have no choice but to listen to her.

Whole Foods Market - If you're fortunate enough to live near one, check it out. They have great health food options and have tables where you can sit and eat.

Go ethnic - Whether it's Indian, Caribbean, Chinese or South American, it is not the traditional American dining experience; which will surely show your girl that you have some culture. It's also usually a hell of a lot cheaper and more interesting that Applebee's or TGI Friday's.

Into the WIld

I just watched Sean Penn's film Into the Wild. Pretty damn depressing. After graduating from Emory University, Chris McCandless decides to traverse the US on his "great Alaskan adventure". I won't tell you how it ends.

I wish I could get those 140 minutes back...

Kanye West - Glow In The Dark Tour

Kanye West, N.E.R.D, Lupe Fiasco, Rihanna

April 2008

• April 16 Seattle, WA - Key Arena
• April 18 Sacramento, CA ARCO Arena
• April 19 San Jose, CA HP Pavilion
• April 20 San Diego, CA Sports Arena
• April 21 Los Angeles, CA Nokia Theatre
• April 22 Los Angeles, CA Nokia Theatre
• April 25 * Las Vegas, NV Red Rocks Casino Resort
• April 26 * Albuquerque, NM Journal Pavilion
• April 27 Denver, CO Pepsi Center
• April 29 Oklahoma City, OK Ford Center
• April 30 Austin, TX Frank Irwin Center

May 2008

• May 1 Dallas, TX Superpages.com Center
• May 2 Houston, TX Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
• May 4 Atlanta, GA Gwinette Arena
• May 5 Tampa, FL Ford Amphitheatre
• May 6 Miami, FL American Airlines Arena
• May 8 Charlotte, NC Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
• May 9 Raleigh, NC Walnut Creek Amphitheatre
• May 10 Washington, DC Nissan Pavilion
• May 11 Virginia Beach, VA Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
• May 13 New York, NY Madison Square Garden
• May 15 Boston, MA Tweeter Center
• May 16 Hartford, CT North East Dodge Music Center
• May 17 Philadelphia, PA Susquehana Bank Center
• May 18 Scranton, PA Toyota Pavilion
• May 20 Montreal, Que.

Outkast - Royal Flush

New Outkast listen CLICK HERE

Bali mixtape featuring DJ Khalid and DJ Nasty

The Runners have produced several tracks for it's first artist Bali. Get the mixtape ClICK HERE

Curry Wildcat

This kid is good. He scored 40 points on 14-of-22 shooting against Gonzaga to lead Davidson to a first round victory. He also scored 25 of his 30 points in the 2nd half to lead Davidson to an upset victory over Georgetown. No surprise that he's got range, his father is retired NBA sharpshooter Dell Curry.

Old School Video - 2 Pac "I Get Around"

Oh the memories...

Holiday Inn Express commercial (bacon) perpetuating the stereotype

It is however very funny! Watch the black dude.
WATCH HERE

Swank hotels

Park Hyatt, Washington D.C.
My new favorite hotel. I will never stay in a Comfort Inn again.
www.parkwashington.hyatt.com



Marriott Grand Flora, Rome Italy
A very nice hotel that is within walking distance of the Spanish Steps.
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/romdt-rome-marriott-grand-hotel-flora/


Hyatt Grand Cypress Resort, Orlando Florida
Pool has a nice mini grotto
http://grandcypress.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp


Wyndham Casa Marina Resort, Key West Florida
Awesome sunsets
http://www.casamarinaresort.com/


Hotel Sheraton, Marrakech Morocco
You will feel like Aladdin.
www.sheraton.com



Hilton Golf and Casino Resort, Ponce Puerto Rico
http://www.hiltoncaribbean.com/ponce/
Wow!


Hyatt Regency, La Jolla California
http://lajolla.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp
Great place to spend your life savings.


Waldorf=Astoria, New York
http://waldorfastoria.hilton.com/en/wa/hotels/information.jhtml
In all honesty I was not that impressed, but it is on Park Ave.

Good eats, good treats

I've been doing a lot of traveling as of late and I thought I'd share some places that you may want to try if you are ever in search of some damn good food, which is usually something that tends to make me smile.

Washington D.C. - Ben's Chili Bowl
Try a local favorite chili half-smoke; and don't forget the pink lemonade. Be prepared to laugh because the staff will have you rollin! Cowboy fans beware, you won't be well received here.

Oxford, Mississippi - Old Venice Pizza Company
Order the Boudreaux sandwich, it will make you want to kiss the waitress.

Brooklyn, New York - Junior's Restaurant
You may remember that Diddy made wannabe rappers 'Da Band' walk from Manhattan to Brooklyn for cheesecake. Yes...it's that good! Get the chicken wings too.

Clarksdale, Mississippi - Ground Zero
Best fried catfish in the south.

Memphis, Tennessee - Rendezvous Ribs and Restaurant
A rack will do you right, please don't ask for a grilled cheese sandwich.

Covington, Virginia - Cucci Pizzeria (pronounced coochie)
Don't dwell on the name; order a meatball sub.

Orlando, Florida - Samba Room
Everything on the menu is good. The eye candy makes it taste even better.

Shreveport, Louisiana - Podnuh's Bar-BQ
Can't go wrong with texas toast and messy bbq.

Hoboken, New Jersey - Cafe Michelina
Any dish with vodka sauce will make you smile.

Scottsdale, Arizona - Giligin's Sand Bar & Shrimp Hut
Chicken tenders basket goes well with the midget entertainment

Tallahassee, Florida - Guthrie's
Chicken tenders go well with drunk FSU co-eds

Albuquerque, New Mexico - KnockOuts
Great bar, go easy on the Jameson

Nike commercial

I love this commercial! Listen to the lyrics.
List of Demands - Saul Williams

Barack Obama speech on race

In case you missed this amazing speech here it is.

March Madness

Ok, so now that the first round is complete I can safely say that you can't overlook the little guy. My bracket looks like crap thanks to upset wins by Siena, San Diego, Western Kentucky and Villanova. Hopefully the second round will treat me a bit better, if not I guess I can get back to my life.

Sleep is good

I recently began using a CPAP machine for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. It has been working and I'm beginning to return to my former self. Here's a bit of insight into my past. I was an athlete as a teen in high school, I played basketball all through high school and was on the track team as well. My weight generally hovered around 150-160 pounds while in high school. In 1998 I joined the Air Force and gained a few more pounds and eventually leveled out at 200 pounds by 2003. In May of 2003, while playing a pickup game of basketball I blew out my achilles tendon. From 2003-2008 I gained roughly 55 pounds, reaching a high weight of 255 pounds. I began CPAP therapy on March 17th, 2008 and have seen amazing results after only 5 nights. For starters I'm averaging roughly 5 1/2 hours of deep quality sleep. I have a bit more energy to get through the day and my physical appearance in beginning to change.