Monthly Archives: August 2014

Life+Times Premiere: Leon Else “River Full of Liquor” (Pablo Nouvelle Remix)

Posted on August 21, 2014 by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

Swiss producer Pablo Nouvelle gives Leon Else‘s “River Full of Liquor” an electro rework that complements the mellow, soul track. It’s a bonafide love angst anthem that’s easy to relate to. Leon Else on… – “River Full of Liquor” “I … Continue reading →

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USA Basketball Preps National Team For FIBA World Cup, Players For Next Season

Posted on August 21, 2014 by Quinn Peterson

Last time Team USA competed in the FIBA World Cup (formerly known as the FIBA World Championship) in 2010, it was the catalyst to breakout seasons for many of the league’s elite players. “Kevin Love, Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, [Derrick] … Continue reading →

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Porter Robinson: The Vision of “Worlds”

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

In a stunning display of self-fulfilling prophecy, Porter Robinson’s debut Worlds album (out now via Astralwerks), is every bit of the “one foot in the EDM world and one foot out” vision he described to Life + Times last August. … Continue reading →

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Nike Takes Over Chicago For World Basketball Festival

Posted on August 19, 2014 by Quinn Peterson

“Basketball is Chicago’s export to the world,” Scoop Jackson will tell you. Jackson is a writer and de facto griot of the city’s basketball culture, perhaps the most respected authority on the subject. Nike was smart enough to listen. He … Continue reading →

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“Madden 15” Aims To Be The Best Sports Video Game

Posted on August 18, 2014 by Andreas Hale

Last year, the Madden football franchise celebrated their 25th anniversary by launching on next generation consoles Playstation 4 and Xbox One. What was promised to be the most authentic football experience to date was met with lukewarm reviews. Yes, Madden … Continue reading →

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DJ Fresh Talks New Album, Working With Ellie Goulding, And More

Posted on August 15, 2014 by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

Hearing Daniel Stein, commonly known as DJ Fresh, enthusiastically recall some of the top tier moments of his career is infectious and motivating. The British DJ-producer has tried and tested just about every facet of the sounds electronic dance music … Continue reading →

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Willis Earl Beal Speaks On New Album “Experiments In Time,” Upcoming Film “Memphis,” And More

Posted on August 15, 2014 by Quinn Peterson

Most artists, especially in discussing their music, declare a disdain for being categorized, simplified or placed in a genre box. Willis Earl Beal makes sure there is no mistake about it and failed attempts to define him over the years– … Continue reading →

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A Detailed Look Inside The Air Jordan XX9

Posted on August 15, 2014 by Quinn Peterson

Michael Jordan literally played above his competition. His brand continues to do the same, operating with the same relentless drive that garnered six championships, six Finals MVPs, five regular season MVPs and a list of accomplishments about as long as … Continue reading →

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J. Cole “Be Free”

Posted on August 15, 2014 by Life and Times

“Rest in Peace to Michael Brown and to every young black man murdered in America, whether by the hands of white or black. I pray that one day the world will be filled with peace and rid of injustice. Only … Continue reading →

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Rusney Castillo Highlights

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Life and Times

Watch highlights from Rusney Castillo’s showcase for baseball scouts.

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