Monthly Archives: March 2012

J. Cole feat. Missy Elliott “Nobody’s Perfect”

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Cole World: The Sideline Story in stores now.

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The Word

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Arisa White’s debut collection of poetry Hurrah’s Nest works in many ways as narrative prose. Her vivid collection works as a kind of biography of a family, or a neighborhood. But always there is flow – almost musical – which … Continue reading

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Hands On The Wheel

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[haiku url=”http://cdn.mobilerider.com/mobilerider/mobilestorefront/2416/media/file/56788/321600.mp3″ title=”Pursuit of Happiness”] In her cover of Kid Cudi’s “Pursuit Of Happiness,” Lissie adds the unabashed bridge, “Hands on the wheel? Uh uh, fuck that.” She made it a hot line, while ScHoolboy Q made it a hot … Continue reading

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The In Crowd

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It can be hard to stand out in today’s crowded fashion industry, but Sir & Madame continues to find ways to do so. Nestled in Chicago’s Ukrainian Village, Sir & Madame, a sleek, progressive men’s and women’s fashion boutique, has … Continue reading

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The High Road

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On the road in support of their debut full-length In Heaven—a cool mix of dreamy, adventurous pop—Long Island quintet Twin Sister has seen their records transform as travel, maturation, and experience has continually informed their sound beyond the studio masters. … Continue reading

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Respect the Shooter: Dennis Morris

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“Once we were colored – then we became Black. Then we became proud ’cause we said it loud. We came from the back of the bus to owning the bus. Martin Luther King had a dream, we are now the … Continue reading

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Let My Tape Rock

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When the Notorious B.I.G. passed away on March 9th 1997, 16-year-old dubstep prodigy Fytch was barely a year old. However, last month the Dutch producer included Biggie’s “Suicidal Thoughts” on his latest mashup of Nancy Sinatra‘s”Bang Bang.”  An unlikely combination, … Continue reading

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Southwestern Belle

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The world according to Isabel Marant was centered on a rodeo during her Paris Fashion Week show. Inspired by the sartorial choices of cowgirls and those Southwestern belles, Marant’s latest range merged ruffles, florals, delicate fringe and metallics for a … Continue reading

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One to Watch

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Definitely the name on everybody’s lips, designer Haider Ackermann channeled his take on the modern lady – this time, with autumn tones, bold belts and dramatic pleats. A highlight of Paris Fashion Week, here are some of our favorite looks … Continue reading

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Life+Times Premiere: The KickDrums x Casey Veggies “Thieves In The Choir”

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[haiku url=”http://cdn.mobilerider.com/mobilerider/mobilestorefront/2416/media/file/57045/323189.mp3″ title=”Thieves in the Choir”] Follow The Leaders will be released in collaboration with Us Versus Them and Livemixtapes.com, showcasing the eclectic array of influences in The KickDrums‘ work. Download

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