BRAWL IN THE CAGE!

I am never one to turn down a good fight. So when I recieved the invitation to catch an MMA match out here, I had to clear my schedule and make time. Ashlyn from Brawley Fights sent me this information:
"OUR NEXT MMA CAGE FIGHT IS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 4, 2009 AT THE SHENANDOAH HARLEY DAVIDSON IN STAUNTON, VA. THIS WILL BE AN ALL DAY EVENT STARTING AT NOON. THERE WILL BE FOOD, VENDORS, "COLD BEVERAGES", MR SHENANDOAH HARLEY DAVIDSON CONTEST (MALE HARLEY CONTEST), RING GIRLS, MMA CAGE FIGHTS STARTING AT 7PM AND FIREWORKS TO FOLLOW THE SHOW. IT WILL BE AN ACTION PACKED DAY FROM BEGINNING TO END. THIS WILL BE AN OUTDOOR AND UNDER THE TENT MMA CAGE FIGHT."
Check out their site www.brawleyfights.com . They have info on the fighters, pics from some of the past events, and info on upcoming fights.
Mixed Martial Arts is a great discpline, if you ever get the chance to see them in action, I would suggest you take that opportunity. i'll have some pics posted from the fights. Hopefully I can link with some of the fighters and get you some inside info.

JAY-Z - DEATH OF AUTO-TUNE

AW MAN!!!
JAY DROPS A NEW TRACK JUST FOR THE STREETS AND PROMISES A RADIO SONGLE WITH DRAKE THIS SUNDAY!
DEATH OF AUTO-TUNE!!!

Diamond Supply Release

My people over at Diamond Supply have their first summer release. And to my delight they have DENIM!!! Check the Diamond Mined Denim along with the Colder Than Ice Tee, 98 Team Tee and the Mined Denim Tee, all available in various colorways.
Get Ya Shine On!
Shout to Joey T and Sherley G!
Shop at Diamond Supply Co Online

THE CLIPSE!

VIMBY - The Clipse

Before I came to VA, I was listening to the CLipse and coppin every album they dropped. I'm in VA now with a chance to see what their home state is all about.
Recently I've noticed them on their internet grind. Malice in particular has been releasing a lot of video blogs that have been getting substantial views. Each video is creative with a powerful and inspirational messge. He serves us with a reality check from his own artistic perspective. Whatever he's gone through, it has impacted him and he is using all of his resources as a light; shining his light for those in the dark.
Pusha T has been on his grizzle too. I've seen him in a few fashion videos getting his stylings on and promoting their clothing linke, Play Cloths.
I gotta make a trip out to VA Beach to see what is really good out there. For now, check the video of the duo's performance at the legendary (yeah I said it) Webster Hall.

Hippoland Skate Contest!

Thanks to the people over at Born Ugly for keeping me up to date. This weekend the Hippoland Skatepark in Richmond will be hosting a skate contest/"fundrager". It's only $10 to get in, or $10 worth of concrete. The funds collected are to help in some additional construction. I'm sure there will be a good turn out. Stay tuned for pics of the event.

P-NYCE: Hip Hop's Soldier

In order to be successful at anything, consistent hard work is inevitable. Hip Hop is no different. And in this day and age, an artist has to grind from every angle. They have to create albums and mixtapes, release them in the streets and online, then go on the road and do shows, link with DJs and radio stations, all the while getting footage and photos for further promotion . . . and let's not forget, they have to have a solid product. Seldom do I come across a truly independent artist who is able to attack every side.

Fortunatley, seldom does not mean always. P-Nyce came across my radar in a big way. I saw his face on almost every one of VA's hip hop artists I contacted. When I made my way to his page (http://www.myspace.com/nyceman I found so much good quality promo material, I was fixed on his site for over 30 mins!
The promo material (i.e. videos, music, photos, blogs, etc.) also revealed an interesting and compelling artist. Without saying too much, P-Nyce is more then just an artist trying to get on. He is also known as SPC Phillip Harris of the US Army. And on Memorial day, it is only fitting to bring you his music.
This being said, don't expect to hear music drowning with war stories. On the contrary, he makes that feel good music, the kind of music that will contstantly reminds you, go get on your grind!! His lead single, "Bitch I Look Good" is catchy. I mean, you look like an idiot if your not singing the hook with him. Don't believe me, http://www.zshare.net/download/56042168ec6ecea2/

Grab the song there, throw it in your ipod, and let me know.

Wale in Richmond, VA

Wale performed here in Richmond about a month ago. I just came across the high quality video and figured this would be a nice weekend treat! Enjoy. Monday I'm back INSociety! PEACE