Monthly Archives: July 2012

Adrien Broner: Laying Claim To The Throne

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With the next generation of boxing superstars being knocked off at an alarming rate, one has to wonder who will occupy the throne that Floyd Mayweather currently sits upon once he decides to vacate his lofty position as the biggest … Continue reading

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Jeremy Lin: New York Nix

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Return to sender is what was stamped on the package Tuesday night, as the Houston Rockets welcomed Jeremy Lin back to the lone star state in earnest. An hour before the clock struck midnight, the New York Knicks and billionaire … Continue reading

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Chicago’s Black Ensemble Theater Takes On The Story of Marvin Gaye

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Marvin Gaye led a complex life. It’s something that’s perhaps best exemplified by his following up his socially conscious “What’s Going On” with the provocative Let’s Get It On. From his music to his personal life, his moods spanned from … Continue reading

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Artist Erik Parker Talks New Book and New Work

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“In nearly every painting we seem to be witnessing the emergence of some extravagant freak of nature or perhaps consciousness—a hallucination of the first order.” —Roberta Smith, The New York Times Skira Rizzoli just unveiled the first retrospective look at … Continue reading

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Interview: Matisyahu On Change, His New Album and Working With Shyne

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When Matisayhu performs now, his fans barely recognize him. That’s due to the fact that the artist shaved his beard and paired it with a Twitter announcement “No more Chassidic Reggae Superstar.” It was a bold move for Matisyahu, but … Continue reading

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Life +Times x Joey Bada$$ & Pro Era Cypher

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Joey Bada$$, Capital STEEZ, CJ Fly and the rest of the Pro Era crew take Life+Times through Brooklyn while providing the soundtrack.

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The Decision: Jeremy Lin

Posted on by Thomas Harden

It’s a lose-lose situation. Whether the New York Knicks decide to retain Jeremy Lin, or not, it will ultimately cost them– both money and the allegiance of fans. As the debate for Lin rages on, NYC stands divided on the … Continue reading

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Life+Times Video Premiere: Madeon “Finale”

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Pre-Order Madeon “Finale” | Madeon on Facebook

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Life+Times Video Premiere: The-Dream feat. Pusha T “Dope Bitch”

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The-Dream | Pusha T | #DopeBitch

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LeBron James, Candace Parker and More Celebrate World Basketball Festival

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The USA Men’s and Women’s basketball teams descended upon Washington D.C. this weekend as part of the Nike World Basketball Festival 2012. Marking their final stop in the United States before embarking overseas to Manchester, Barcelona and ultimately London, Team … Continue reading

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