Be sure to check out this dope ass event comiing at you April 17th. I know this is a mad early posting, but I'm mad excited about it. From Hezekiah to Will Kasso it's gon be cazy. You gotta be there it's going to be an event to remember.

The Elevator is an uplifting experience that allows various forms of art to ennoble people from their mere physicality. Here, one will witness the visual art of Philadelphia's Willis Nomo, Eric Battle, Priscilla Bell, and Will Kasso. Gracing the mic with their lyrical art will be poet Rhythym and recording artist Hezekiah, who Okayplayer dubbed as " One of the dopest Emcees-slash producers-slash singers-slash guitar players-slash songwriters that you've never heard". Also, take in other visuals and music from Philly's art rich scene.

If you need more reasons to be here, partake of complimentary refreshments highlighted by wine from Chadds Ford Winery and craft beer from Philadelphia Brewing Company. Also, receive a free Elevator Music CD featuring music from the artists showcased.

Friday, April 17, 2009 at 8:00pm
Gallerie Isada
3320 Collins Street
Philadelphia, PA

RSVP for this event and receive $10 price admission no matter what time you get there

Racist Philly Cop and I ain't Crushing on this, But I feel Its mY duty to Raise Awareness about this Ongoing Issue

Well, well, well, its post election season and some folks are of course still acting up. Can we catch a break Philadelphia? It seems not. An although one act don't stop the show, it seems that one apple can spoil the bunch. Crazily enough we are supposed to look to cops to protect us and often we find ourselves caught in the middle when we need help and we are harassed by the ones who can't seem to get it together. So some civilians (ha civilians!) find themselves buying guns, blades, mace, and all kinds of stuff for protection. Tell me, have you ever been in a situation with a cop where you feel like a suspect, even though you didn't do anything "illegal"?(what the hell is illegal these days, is that the opposite of liberal). And you have the angry, I could kick the shit of you glare, but your feeling like Terrence Howard in Crash, and maybe you should just calm down and chill out. When does that feeling end? Our communities should police themselves. That's what needs to happen. This is some foolishness. But it's real shit.
Check out this story below to find out about how one Philly cop is handling his job on the force.

http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Philly-Cop-Alleged-Racist.html

If this angers you, do something about it. If it doesn't, read a book.

When Paint Met Kicks

How To Lose Friends and Paint Shoes All Day. Check out sneakerfreaker.com and catch up/crush on Jor One. He's giving out tips on how to bypass those common and not so common issues for folks who do custom sneaks. Jor also breaks down his start and love of this discipline. You get insight into his creativity, best business pracitces, risks involved, and his apparel. Read the article, check the gear. Enjoy!

http://www.sneakerfreaker.com/feature/jor-ones-guide-to-custom-sneakers/

This Art Is Fly, And You Can See It At Ubiq (one of my favorite sneaker places)

This is tomorrow. You need to come out and see their work. It truly is amazing and mindblowing what these folks are doing. There is also a party afterwards so stay and have a great time. I know I will. Holla!
So.
On April 1, 2009.
At 15th and Walnut.
Second floor of Ubiq.

We're having an amazing art show featuring works by:
Eric Jordan - http://www.ejordanill.com/
Stacey "FlyGirrl" Wilson - http://www.flygirrl.com/
Ron Ackins - http://www.ronackins.com/
Nielah - http://www.nielahstudios.blogspot.com
Tatyana Fazlalizadeh - http://tlynnfaz.com/

Dope work from a few of Philadelphia's best talents.

THEN!
After you've looked at all of the great art, stick around for the party.
Featuring:
DJ Omega
Free drinks!
Rocksmith giveaways!
Redbull giveaways!

9pm - 2am.
Free entry!

Sponsored by two.one.five. magazine and Rocksmith.

Because this could be love, I'm havin' the time of my Life!

ADIDAS ATTITUDE HI (WMNS)
The Attitude has long been a big seller for the Freakette who likes a high top shoe to match her tough steez! We featured the striped version here, but let's not front; sometimes it pays to rock pink. Marry it with purple panels and white pops, and this shoe is, as Run DMC says, ‘tougher than leather!’. Dropping April
(courtesy of sneaker freaker)
I see you Ms. Thang with all the Attitude and color!
When I look at this sneaker I get all warm inside. From the delicious color palette to what I like to call a rough feminine appeal (which is not always guaranteed in a high top) I get excited. I'm thinking about the way the denim is going to pair with these high top classics, if you're rocking skinny or boot cut I think you could definitely make it work. I just get all good googly moogly when I see the hotness that these sneaks bring! Go get you some!

GANG @ The Khyber April 7th

A really great friend of mine turned me on to this really hot duo. I'm completely impressed with what these women are doing. I'm a hip hop fiene. You could say I'm always looking for a new band/crew/emcee/dj/producer/whatever that is laying it down. So when I heard them, I said ok. I like you. I will listen. Now as I think about it, I don't think I had a choice. Check them out at the Khyber. You'll be crushing too.
GANG /gang/ n. 1 a band of persons associating, esp. for criminal purposes. A band pursuing antisocial purposes. 2 set of workers, slaves, or prisoners. 3. A band interested in jams, fashion, and community. v. 1 to group, pack, mob. 2 join together, join forces, unite. 3 conspire or plot against, unite or unify against, join forces against....... Band members Jaclyn McGraw and Amanda Damron decided to form a musical collaboration when they realized that they sounded like no other. Their blend of hip hop, rock and roll, craziness, wild attitude and bangin style come together in ways that make people stare in confusion, smile, and then bust out laughing in a good-spirited nature.
"Most bands are gangs. Whether it's a metal group or pop rock, whatever, you get that gang mentality. But for those of us who went back further, gangs were the MOB. The gang was not what anybody aspired to." ~~Bob Dylan, Sept. '06

It's time for GANG again!!!
Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at 9:00pm
The Khyber
56 S. 2nd Street
This lineup is Lissy Trullie (awesome!), GANG, and Cortez! Cortez!! (they're awesome too.)
Gang is supposed to go on at 10.

Wanna Make The T Shirts You Always Wanted???

This is so you can make t shirts by hand using your own screens. Feel free to give any feed back that you think will be helpful. I love to make art. So I always welcome advice and new techniques. Please enjoy!

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Silk Screening foR those Challenged like Me...

So I am dying to make t shirts with my best homie and we have got to learn how to do this asap. I found this video and it's a start to learning how to make your own t shirts inexpensively. I love to make designs and paint. I'm about to snap! I'm making t shirts babyyy!
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Big Japan... I came running smack into this track today...

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I'd love to know whose work this is, because it is dope! You could say this jawn is decent! Anyway, with so many folks taking the electro route, its getting tougher to find something that everyone isn't playing on their ipod, zune, or other mp3/4 players. So when I get a chance I try to look for the obscure jump offs. As I find them I'll share them with you. Feel free to share with me too. It's a big music world out there.

I crush oN t Shirts... So you KnoW I Caught This oNe!

STREET FATIGUES x KING BRITT LIMITED EDITION T-SHIRT/FREE CD!

If you want to purchase the T shirt, just hit up his facebook, it'll take you where you need to go! I've been a huge fan of King Britt's style and music for some time now and I'm learning the impact that he has had on other artist and the way folks are making music. Check out this video, then be sure to check out his music. He and Dozia are at Silk City on Monday nights. Its one of the best places to be on Monday nights in the city. Jang House crew I said one of the...
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88 Keys is in Philly and OMG Ethel Cee... Oh Happy Pills!

88 Keys @ Johnny Brenda's
Tuesday, 03/31/2009@ 8PM-12AM

What: 88-Keys’ solo effort, The Death of Adam, executive produced by Kanye West has been heralded as an instant classic, gracing a number of top albums lists, including MySpace’s Top 50 Albums, AllMusic’s Top Hip Hop Albums & About.com’s Top 25 Hip Hop Albums of 2008. Also performing will be Dice Raw, DJ Sammy Slice, and Ethel Cee.

Where: Johnny Brenda's. 1201 N. Frankford Ave, Philly

Cost: $15, get 'em HERE
Info courtesy of 215 magazine

MondoHomo's Call for Art Call to Arms

CALLING ALL ART FAGS and ART DYKES !!!!!!!


Hey Hey,
The Mondo Homo Art Show is upon us again, and this is the OFFICIAL call for work. The title of this year's show is MONDO-POLITICO. We are trying something a little different this year and asking people to create a work for the show and it's theme. Please put your best ART FAG foot forward and let's make it really shine this year. We want it to be about what it means being queer and political, which is broad and open to many interpretations,but can also spawn some great work. If you have something you have already created that would fit the show, that is great as well.


The show will be at Eyedrum and will open on Thursday May 21st and run through Sunday June 21st. We have the entire back gallery which is really exciting for us. The ceilings are extremely high and I would really like to see some large works to fill up the space.


Please make your submissions digitally to dray.hellonearth@comcast.net. You should submit a jpeg or tiff with a resolution of 300 ppi at about 8" x 10". DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS MONDAY MAY 11TH. Notification of selections will be made on Friday May 15th and we will need your pieces in hand no later than Monday May 17th.


It is going to be a great show and festival this year an I am very excited!!

Thank You, Donnie Reider
Mondo Homo Art Show Organizer 404 593 3616

The Vybe Exchange w/ host Ryva aka DJ Eye V

The "at-home while your out" feel of Elena's Soul & Showcase Lounge celebrates with us as we welcome spring and wish the best for all the Aries celebrating their Bearth Day DJs Sole Brother, Ryva and guest DanOphoNiC Dan will be spinning those thangs that make you remember yourself !!!!!!!
Hip-Hop. Reggae. Soul. R&B. Indie Soul and Unda-Ground Classics!!!!! And we can't let you leave without pre-listening's to some of Philly's new Heeziest talents like Riddick & Benni E and neighbor; Kia Bennett. (VOICE --I need anutha labeled CD, Man!!!!!!:-) ( Stay Tuned for Dates of LiVe Shows)

What's on your feet?! I know it'd Better Be Love

Because you can fall in love over and over and over again. It's all about color crushes for me in 2009. throw in some patterns, and my heart goes a pitter a patter!

Skytop
New: Magenta
Chad Muska Pro Model


Vaider
New: Royal


Cuban
New: White Perf


Suprano High
New: Red Deathwish
Jim Greco Model
















Right now I'm Crushin on Supras. I know they're other sneaks out there that are tuff as nails. But right now I'm loving me some Supras. Get you some.

Jean Grae In Philly at the Balcony April 2nd

By the time Ms. Jean arrives, I'll be collecting my coins and heading out of town, but you gotta check out what she is doing! She brought you Jeanius, Bootleg of the Bootleg, and a host of other tracks and collaborations with some of the dopest in the game. Be sure to check her out. Learn your female hip hop emcees. Ms. Grae is a crush to be had. ">

Iron Man Vs. Bruce Lee

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NicK CavE SoundsuitS

Honestly this came out a couple of months ago but this was too good not to share I've seen some amazing gallery art using these disciplines. But this is fantastic! I felt completely drawn into the work. It's creative and thought provoking enjoy!!