Monthly Archives: August 2013

The Round Up: Forest Whitaker

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Life and Times

On this episode of The Round Up With Shaheem Reid, Forest Whitaker sat down to talk his upcoming role in “The Butler,” racial unrest in the country, and more.

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On The Road: Kendrick Lamar & T.D.E. [Trailer]

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Life and Times

Take a sneak peek at Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, Ab-Soul and Jay Rock’s journey to Budweiser Made In America Festival. Full documentary coming soon to JAY Z’s Life+Times.

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Who’s Really In “Control” Of Hip Hop?

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Life and Times

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Johnnyswim Speak On New Album, Working As A Married Couple and Musical Royalty

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

Amanda Sudano and Abner Ramirez are Johnnyswim – a band and married couple that live at the intersection of solid songwriting and good music from the heart. Both come from rich musical backgrounds. Sudano, the daughter of the late disco … Continue reading →

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Artist Marina Abramovic Launches Kickstarter For The Marina Abramovic Institute

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Life and Times

The Marina Abramovic Institute is dedicated to the presentation and preservation of long durational work, including that of performance art, dance, theater, film, music, opera, and other forms that may develop in the future. MAI will foster collaboration between art, … Continue reading →

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Life+Times Premiere: Incan Abraham “Whidbey”

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Life and Times

“Whidbey is an island about 30 minutes north of Seattle that we were fortunate to visit while on tour this past February. The scenery was profoundly beautiful, and we decided to name a new song we had been playing in … Continue reading →

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Life+Times Video Premiere: Ebony Bones “Bread & Circus” (LIQUID LIQUID Remix)

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Life and Times

UK based producer, singer, and songwriter, Ebony Bones, has a wide variety of influences ranging from Brian Eno to Public Enemy, and Parliament. Ebony’s life purpose is to reach her full potential one project at a time while being able … Continue reading →

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Stussy’s Creative Director Speaks on The Stussy x “YO! MTV Raps” Collection

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Kai Acevedo

The similarities between streetwear and Hip Hop are undeniable. Introduced as underground alternatives to their mainstream counterparts, both served as an outlet for self-expression, rebellion and those fighting for their place in society and both subsequently began setting the standards … Continue reading →

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Terrace Martin Discusses New Album “3 Chord Fold” and Collaborating with Kendrick Lamar, Wiz Khalifa & More

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Quinn Peterson

“Young Black relationships go through three phases: we’re friends, we’re lovers, and then we’re enemies,” Terrace Martin says while discussing his newest album, 3 Chord Fold. “But I’ve learned throughout making this record, that other cultures – white, Hispanic, Asian … Continue reading →

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The Truth: Earl Sweatshirt “Doris” Interview

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Life and Times

In this episode of The Truth, Elliott meets up with Earl Sweatshirt at NYC’s famous A1 Record Shop to dig through crates, “fondle some records,” and talk working with The RZA on his new album, Doris.

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