So It Rained Today

I'm tired, and this week has been a blow and we're only half way through it...sigh.

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GM

A Day Well Spent

Feel like I gave a previous post the same title...odd

Spent yesterday with my girlfriend. Decided instead of the norm where it's either we're at the movies, her house or mine that we would legitimately "go out" per se. And what better than to take a good ol' trip down to the lakefront. Last time we did something as such, I didn't bring my camera along (I know, I know) and this time I made sure I had everything I'd normally bring when I plan on taking photos. The day was....difficult to sum up in a small or large number of words. It's like, spending time like this with someone who you genuinely care for it was makes "this" (whatever you want that to be) all worth it. I honestly, could not ask for someone better than her. And before this turns into a Keith Sweat rendition...here's a few photos from yesterday.

















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GM

Now really...

I sorta kinda believe in karma, but I don't give it that title. I feel that there are consequences for everything you do, and that no good or bad deed goes unpunished. It's funny I post something like this, because they're hypothesis per say is the complete opposite of how I feel. Still, it's a great short doc nonetheless. Enjoy.



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GM

County Durham

I need to find out where exactly this was filmed, it's so serene and calming. Alot better than sleeping pills. It's like, one of those things you'd have playing on the ceiling of some futuristic home ,like a dream sequence or something...maybe I've put too much thought into this. Eh, whatever. Peep it.




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GM

If You Don't Know, Now Ya Know

What can I say about this....it's hard to sum up how passionate we Philly fans are. Fuck it, I won't. And another collab from Puma x Ubiq? I cannot complain, their work together has always been top shelf, and this new set is no different from previous work. Simply success.



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GM

World, World, World Famous

The following work is from someone whom I've posted before, you've heard about recently (quite a bit actually), and is hands down one of the greatest photographers in the world (next to Speechie, Julian Goldstein, Sheppard Fairey, Tone, and Shawn Mortensen...at least on my list). His name is 13th Witness. In recent history, he's been working with Maestro Knows on his NYC editions of his internet heavy show, and has work of his own. Amazing work at that. Here's a few of my favorite photos from the legend himself. Enjoy.







More at his website/Flickr profile

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GM

What We're Listening To- SlikD

Since maybe....April of this year the majority of music I've listened to heavily has been from one place, and one place only: California. I don't know what it is, but the underground/indie music scene out there is amazing, and artist after artist I can say that I have never been disatisfied with what I've heard. Whether it be Dom Kennedy, Diz Gibran, BJ The Chicago Kid, Moonshine, etc. etc. each and every single artist has got it to a T. Such is in the case of up and comer Slik D.

I came across Slik on one of my favourite blogs (also West Coast based), High End Destroy, and after downloading his tape entitled "Summer Vibes" I've kept his material on repeat. And looking at the ages of most artists getting exposure today, and the unfortunate stereotype that all us young folk want to do is make up corny ass dances, and wear loud clothing...it's good to see someone (other than the plethora of young artists that are doing the same) representing us well. Here's his new video, "Picture Perfect". Enjoy.



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GM

Teenage Havoc

Friday night, it's cold, you wasted 3 bucks on a football game you know you're school was going to win...what better to do? Decided to mess around and mash a few photos, guess I'm proud of the results. It's my first time actually "doing it" per say, so the expectations weren't as high.







Got a few more, might put those up later. What a night.

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GM

Reminisce

Looking at this film, it makes me think about the days back when I was mad young, and I skated. I mean SKATED. I had the dink ass board from like Target, but I made use of what I had until I was able to get a better deck and what not. The thing about it was, at the time being black and being a skater didn't mix well with many people, being that young; didn't know how to deal with that type of shit. So ultimately I stopped....think it's bout time I get back into the swing of things. Actually a bit envious, because this film is exactly what I wanted it to be like. Freely roaming around on that board without a care in the world...only in the movies huh. And seeing how things have changed, where its gotten to the point that being a skater is more of a look than a lifestyle, it kinda saddens me because it's a lot of people faking what many people live and breath. Shame. And like one of my favorite photographers, Speechie, has said; OUR LIFESTYLE IS NOT A TREND.



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GM

Sign My Name Under Truly Yours

Been awaiting this video since seeing it on Dizzy's Twitter page, proud of the result. Big fan of both BJ and Diz Gibran, and this has got to be one of my favorite songs off of Soon You'll Understand next to the songs done with Moonshine. Big ups to the West Coast....y'all got another one.



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GM

Christmas is about to come early

If anybody is ever feeling generous...don't hesitate (both can be purchased at Commonwealth locations in DC and VA...I'm a size 11)





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GM

Daylight Savings...

There's really no difference...it's not getting dark earlier than usual, we're just turning our clocks back....government conspiracy? Nah, not at all,I'm just a bit annoyed.

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GM

New Traditions

So Saturday was Halloween as we all know, decided to head on over to my girlfriend's house for some pumpkin carving and what not...ended up with a cut on my hand. For some odd reason seeing blood is hilarious to me, or I'm just laughing off the pain, but thats for another time...or not. Didn't bring my camera, which was entirely stupid, so not alot of photos from then...in fact I think only her moms got a few photos. Ehh, least it's movie night Friday. Hope everybody had a happy Halloween.



I know one thing, that motherfucker healed up QUICK.

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GM

From the city where the long dark nights here...

I would say "it's a shame" blah blah blah just like everybody else...but no. Beanie's got a justified stance and to be quite honest, this could've been taken further than just a few songs. Knowing what I know about Beans...this could/can escalate. Big ups to em, and it's not even about money. It's a trust thing...



Beanie Sigel- What You Talking About (Average Cat)

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GM

Happy Fall

Can't believe it's November already....



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How could I forget

In the event this is your source for MaestroKnows videos....sorry.



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As if you haven't already seen it...

On mtvJAMS, and the plethora of other music video channels out there; Empire State of Mind. One of the only songs I can tolerate off of Blueprint 3 (not to sound pretentious in any way/shape/form), and apparently my mom's favorite song off Blueprint 3 next to Kanye's verse on Run This Town. Who would've thunk it. I like this video actually, black/white is a nice touch...



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GM

100% Better

What's goin on, been about a week since the last post but there's a good reason for that: after homecoming last Saturday (photos at a later time) decided the night was still young and that I'd head to a few parties. Headed to one party, left around 1:50 AM, and stood outside maybe 10 minutes for our ride. Got home around 2:15 and said to myself "Gat damn it's hot in this house." So I decided that a tee and shorts was a good look, woke up the next morning BURNING UP allover, put some ice cubes on my head which melted away in a matter of moments. Decided to take my temperature; 101.7 degrees.

From that point my body temp went from 101, to 103, and all the way to 108. Decided to rush to the ER and see what was up. I was diagnosed or whatever with pneumonia, which in actuality was a bit unsettling seeing as the last and only family member to get pneumonia did not survive (R.I.P. Uncle Jimmy),  got some liquid Tylenol from the CVS (which I might add is stronger than any liquor I've had in my life) for the time being before going to the doctor the next morning.

Went to the doc, found out I lost about 20-30 lbs over a span of 2 days, my pneumonia was coupled by the flu (just regualr influenza), and that clear liquids and bland foods were best until I got better. After a series of phone calls from family, Facebook/Twitter checkups (thanks to those who cared and made sure I was alright, honestly), and a good 48hrs worth of sleep...I'm back. Figured I'd take a week off from the blog though. But I'm back now, better than I ever been. So yeah....that's it.

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GM