Bright Black Blog

2010-03-03T17:40:00.000-08:00

AS YOU CAN TELL I HAVEN'T POSTED NEARLY AS MUCH AS I ONCE HAVE. I'VE BEEN EXTREMELY BUSY AS OF LATE WORKING ON THE NEW SPRING/SUMMER 2010 COLLECTION FOR BRIGHT BLACK, ALONG WITH VARIOUS PROMOTIONAL WORK. DURING THIS TIME I'VE DECIDED TO CHANGE THE FOCUS OF THIS BLOG. I WILL NO LONGER POST THE THINGS THAT I HAVE POSTED BEFORE SUCH AS MUSIC, EXCLUSIVE HOMES, CLOTHING ECT.
FROM NOW ON, I'M POSTING ONLY WHAT RELATES TO BRIGHT BLACK, THIS BLOG WILL BECOME A SNAPSHOT OF WHATS IN MY HEAD.

KID CUDI "KNOW WHY"

2010-02-28T08:09:00.000-08:00

To download the MP3 click on HERE

COOL PHONE

2010-02-25T12:06:00.001-08:00

Designer Kamihara Hideo has developed a new mobile phone concept inspired by the cross-cut grains of plywood. The PLY Mobile Phone Concept is a simple, stylish, slider-style mobile phone with the sectional wooden feel of layered plywood. PLY features hardware control built into the “grains” of the device, a range of cascading buttons that offer thumb-friendly control functionality. The business end of the phone is exposed with a simple slide, where the alpha-numeric keypad is hidden when at rest. While we normally tune out any mobile without a qwerty keypad, this design by Hideo has us willing to give up full-keyboard texting for such a stylish little phone.

MYSTERIOUS CAVE IN LONDON

2010-02-24T15:55:00.000-08:00

Dopeness!.... This one was created by Edgar Mueller

NEW RAF

2010-02-24T15:48:00.001-08:00

Raf Simons x Fred Perry 2010 Spring/Summer Campaign.

Via: hypebeast

The small preview which maintains the aura seen in the recent Raf Simons Campaign features three cuts of polo shirts and a simple black vest.

KANYE'S NEW BLOG!!!

2010-02-24T15:45:00.001-08:00

To check out Kanye's new blog click on HERE

OH BOY.... I KNOW THEY GOT SOMETHIN HOT COOKIN'

2010-02-24T15:42:00.000-08:00

ALL I NEED IN THIS LIFE OF SIN IS ME AND MY GIRLFRIEND

2010-02-23T15:10:00.000-08:00

The wild, run-from-the-law lifestyle of Bonnie and Clyde is oft-romanticized in modern culture. While this isn’t the first time we’ve seen this theme used in a high-fashion photo editorial, photographer Peter Lindbergh has clearly mastered it– thanks to a bit of help by model du jour Anna Selezneva and actor Wes Bentley.

TONY WILLIAMS "NIGHTMARES"

2010-02-23T13:44:00.000-08:00

The first single from Tony's upcoming mixtape The World Famous Tony Williams: Finding Dakota Grey.

To download the MP3 click on HERE

THE MAKING OF A CLASSIC

2010-02-23T09:25:00.001-08:00

This is one of my favorite Jay-Z songs.

BEN TOUR

2010-02-22T14:31:00.001-08:00

Artist Ben Tour has developed a series of watercolor portraits with touching character and expression. The Vancouver-based painter has been featured in galleries all over the world, starting from his first exhibition in Toronto, Ontario in 2000. His greatest work is in his touching watercolor portraits, a range that includes subtle colors and happy mistakes. His prints are available for purchase, but to get a sense of his perspective check the gallery below and pay his website a visit HERE

NICE

2010-02-20T08:08:00.000-08:00

Two new models for the month of February release from A Bathing Ape. The iconic BAPE STA comes in a pack of three leather styles on the relatively rare mid-cut style. Each featuring a shiny upper, they’re matched with gum outsoles. The heel-tab carries BAPE’s well-known slogan “APE SHALL NEVER KILL APE”. As well, coming on the heels of an AMBUSH x BAPE collaboration, we see two in-line colorways of the creeper inspired CREEP STA. Available now at select BAPE STOREs around the world.

JAY-Z ON BBC’S FRIDAY NIGHT WITH JONATHAN ROSS

2010-02-20T08:01:00.000-08:00

“In order for hip-hop to have sustained careers like a Bono or these huge rockstars, we have to stretch the audience. It can’t be a young man’s game. It has to be a genre of music.” (5:10)

Jay-Z hit up Jonathan Ross’ show while in London for the Brit Awards.

He talks about his relationship with Obama (2:50), Obama listening to Blueprint in the gym when Jay called to congratulate his Democratic nomination (3:25), and says that he’s been invited to the White House repeatedly but hasn’t been able to attend because of touring. (3:05.)

After that, he talks about staying relevant in rap at 40 years old (5:05) and describes his 40th party in the Dominican Republic (6:05), where Diddy was running around with the mic saying “take that, take that” [*dead*] (7:00). He also jokes about being the true creator of Beyonce’s “uh, oh” and “Single Ladies” dance (9:10).

Miss Info typed up a through transcription of the highlights here.

After the jump, an uncensored performance (die already, FCC) of “On To The Next One” with his live band adding more life to the track & Young Guru DJ’ing.

MY CHICK BAD

2010-02-20T07:56:00.000-08:00

Ludacris feat. Nicki Minaj "My Chick Bad".
Directed by Taj. Cameos from Eve, Trina & Diamond. They’ll all be on the remix, the video of which they shot back-to-back with the original.

MAISON & OBJECT LAMP

2010-02-20T07:50:00.000-08:00

By designer JAIME HAYON.

KAWS @ ARCO MADRID

2010-02-18T10:53:00.001-08:00

In conjunction with his solo exhibition at the Galerie Javier Lopez in Madrid, KAWS is taking part in the ARCO Art Fair as well, with a small showcase of his signature artwork. Featured is a set of paintings follow his SpongeBob theme, along with one of the artist’s Chum sculptures. ARCO runs through February 21st for those interested in attending.

BEHIND THE SCENES OF "ROGER THAT"

2010-02-18T07:05:00.000-08:00

BEHIND THE SCENES OF YOUNG MONEYS "ROGER THAT" from DERICK G on Vimeo.

This is gonna be the first of the 9 videos to premiere.

KENNY SCHARF INTERVIEW

2010-02-18T06:53:00.000-08:00

Whitney Museum of America Art recently conducted an interview with American painter, Kenny Scharf. In this video, he discusses on the painting he created in the studio of his friend Keith Haring, titled ‘When the Worlds Collide’ from 1984. The video gives us a general scope into his influences as well as his views on pop culture, science fiction and the realm of fun.

I LOVE THIS!!!!

2010-02-18T06:38:00.000-08:00

N.E.R.D. "Sooner or Later".

WELL TRANSPARENT CHAIR

2010-02-17T11:35:00.001-08:00

Created by London designer Ron Arad. Called Well Transparent Chair, the piece is made in a limited edition of 100 and consists of bent plastic sheets bolted together under tension. I like how it matches any decor.

PICS FROM BEHIND THE SCENES OF YOUNG MONEY'S "ROGER THAT" VIDEO

2010-02-17T11:21:00.000-08:00

One of the nine videos Lil Wayne shot during Superbowl weekend. The track only features Wayne, Nicki & Tyga, but of course all of Young Money is present, minus Drake. These photos came exclusively from Derick G., check his blog HERE

COMMON "THE PEOPLE" (ORIGINAL VERSION)

2010-02-17T11:09:00.000-08:00

Another treat from the original Finding Forever sessions. That is Common humming what Dwele later sang on the chorus.

To download the MP3 click on HERE

CHIDDY BANG "OPPOSITE OF ADULTS"

2010-02-17T06:49:00.000-08:00

CHARLIE HOR$E "WAKE UP"

2010-02-16T08:47:00.000-08:00

MAINFRAME & BLU - THAT SHIT

2010-02-16T06:41:00.000-08:00

So Blu and Mainframe have formed a new company called NewWorldColor and Mainframe has been dropping off new cuts over on their site all day. This is the only one featuring Blu.

To download the MP3 click on HERE

MOS DEF & MF DOOM

2010-02-16T06:36:00.000-08:00

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN FREDDY FLATS

2010-02-16T06:29:00.000-08:00

Part of Spring/Summer 2010.

The shoe comes with a patent leather upper and extensive studs on the toe box and heel.

STAR WARS AT-AT

2010-02-15T18:54:00.001-08:00

Just in time for the 30th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back comes this re-imagining of one of the Star Wars saga's most awesome vehicles. The new Hasbro Star Wars AT-AT ($100) is a behemoth toy worthy of the All Terrain Armored Transport name, measuring in at over two feet tall, nearly 28 inches long, and 12 inches wide, with room inside for up to 20 action figures, LED lights, authentic movie sounds and phrases, projectile-firing cannons, a deployable speeder bike, a retractable zip-line to recreate Luke's dramatic rise, articulated legs for maximum poseability, an included 3.75-inch AT-AT driver action figure. Damn I so wish I had this as a kid. SICK!!!!!!!!!!!!

SHE'S GOT LEGS!!!

2010-02-15T18:50:00.001-08:00

Those legs weren’t made just for walkin’. The people at M+O Design Studio see the leg not just as a tool of transport or an object of desire, but as a canvas for artistic expression. M+O have developed a series of stockings called “Le Queues de Sardines“, a screen-printed collection of stockings and tights. They’re colorful, playful, serious, artistic and sexy, a varied range of stockings with different colors, characters and patterns. To get your own pair click HERE

YELAWOLF "I WISH"

2010-02-15T08:27:00.000-08:00

(Remix) Feat. Pill & CyHi Da Prince.

CHING-CHING PRESENTS: DO NOT DISTURB (A VALENTINE'S DAY MIX)

2010-02-14T08:08:00.000-08:00

1. Trey Songz "Jupiter Love
2. Jodeci "Forever My Lady"
3. Jagged Edge "I Gotta Be"
4. Kut Klose "I Like"
5. R. Kelly "You Remind Me of Something"
6. Shai "If I Ever Fall In Love (Remix)"
7. Usher "Nice & Slow"
8. H-Town "Knockin' da Boots"
9. Janet Jackson "I Get Lonely"
10. Jeremih "Birthday Sex"
11. Ginuwine "So Anxious"
12. Mary J. Blige "Share My World"
13. SWV "You're Always On My Mind"
14. Joe "The Love Scene"
15. TLC "Red Light Special"
16. Blackstreet "Before I Let You Go"
17. Keyshia Cole "Love"
18. Avant "My First Love"
19. Tyrese "Sweet Lady"
20. Chico DeBarge "No Guarantee"
21. Dru Hill "Beauty"
22. Shai "Comforter"
23. Jodeci "Feenin'"
24. Robin Thicke "Sex Therapy"
25. Janet Jackson "Any Time, Any Place"
26. Maxwell "Mello: Sumthin"
27. Stevie Wonder "Ribbon In The Sky"
28. Luther Vandross "If Only For One Night"
29. Alicia Keys "If I Ain't Got You"
30. Case "Happily Ever After"
31. 112 "Sexy You Interlude"
32. Floetry "Say Yes"
33. Jon B. "They Don't Know"
34. Joe "All The Thing (Your Man Won't Do)"
35. Shai "Sexual"
36. LSG "My Body"
37. Jesse Powell "You"
38. Maxwell "Pretty Wings"
39. Mariah Carey "Babydolls"
40. Beyonce "Dangerously In Love"
41. Keri Hilson "Make Love"
42. Musiq Soulchild "Love"
43. Alicia Keys "Feelin U, Feelin Me"
44. J. Holiday "Bed"
45. Boyz II Men "Uhh Ahh"
46. Trey Songz "Neighbors Know My Name"
47. Prince "Shhh"
48. Ginuwine "Pony"
49. Mad Cobra "Flex"
50. Buju Banton "Boom Bye Bye"
51. Bob Marley & Lauryn Hill "Turn Your Lights Down Low"
52. Carl Thomas "Summer Rain"
53. Robin Thicke "Lost Without You"
54. Aaliyah "Rock The Boat"
55. 112 "Cupid"
56. D'Angelo "Untitled (How Does It Feel)"
57. Teddy Pendergrass "Turn Off The Lights"
58. New Edition "I'm Still In Love"
59. Pleasure P "Under"
60. Marques Houston "Naked"
61. Playa "Cheers To You"
62. Aaliyah "Four Page Letter"
63. Mary J. Blige feat. R. Kelly "It's On"
64. Bobby Brown "Rock Wit'cha"
65. The Isley Brothers "Between The Sheets"
66. Teddy Pendergrass "Love TKO"
67. Zapp & Roger "I Wanna Be Your Man"
68. Phone Call

To download the part 1 of the mixtape click on HERE

To download the part 2 of the mixtape click on HERE

ABOUT CHING-CHING
Between the late 80's to the 90's, Panama City, Panama was strongly influenced by America. Not only did the armed forces make their presence felt, more importantly for a young girl named Ching-Ching, that time period brought over the American Hip Hop culture as well. With Hop-Hop's flashy clothes, tongue twisting flow and urban vanacular, Hip-Hop started an epidemic in this foreign country and Ching-Ching was one of it's target's.
Born D. Melania Anckle also known as 'Ching-Ching", she was raised by her mother in a small poverty stricken country in Central America. Panama, the birthplace of reggaeton music, influenced Ching-Ching's choice of sound and rhythm. It is also the reason why she uses Latin percussions, brass and other intrumentation in her production. Growing up she entered dance competitions, won various talent shows, performed in musicals and did anything to fulfill her need to be involved in music.

Now she is breaking down doors and being marked as the next up and coming phenom. She doesn't let being a woman intimidate her or discourage her in any way. "I like the fact that people are surprised that I make the beats I make. It's a good challenge and it's rewarding at the end of the day. It's time for something different, isn't that how Hip-Hop lives, it has to grow right? I'm no role model by any means, but I don't mind empowering other females or anyone for that matter. I want musicians and people in general to know that it's ok to be you and feel comfortable in your own skin."

Ching-Ching is also co-founder and COO of the High Society imprint. A record label she created with new-comer artist Azage. Ching-Ching's sound is currently being heard across the US, Europe and Central America. With the demand she's getting to work with new artists, she just might be on your next favorite artist's single. Her influence in fashion, music and film will shine on the world as her burgeoning career expands to the masses. watch for Ching-Ching and her team to make a heavy statement. With talent and determination the sky's the limit!

Contact Ching-Ching

myspace.com/musicbymelania
twitter.com/chingching16
youtube.com/chingchingtv

KID CUDI 'MOST STYLISH NEW YORKERS'

2010-02-13T10:06:00.001-08:00

To read the full article click HERE

DOWN FOR Y'ALL

2010-02-13T10:03:00.000-08:00

B.o.B decided to leak something for the fans in celebration of his debut album, B.o.B Presents The Adventures of Bobby Ray, being pushed up to April 27th.

To download the MP3 click on HERE

BONE "VEGAS"

2010-02-13T09:59:00.000-08:00

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony "Vegas"
From their upcoming album Uni5: The World's Enemy

To download the MP3 click on HERE

END OF AN ERA

2010-02-10T13:45:00.001-08:00

Having ended Damien Hirst’s latest art exhibition, “End of an Era”, illustrator Jean-Philippe Delhomme offered a glimpse and insight into the whole event through his increasingly popular illustrated style. In addition to his own commentary, Richard Haines captures some of the high-profile personalities in attendance from Mick Jagger’s signature hair to fashion photographer Terry Richardson. A further look into the events can be seen over at Haines’ blog, The Unknown Hipster

HOW TO MAKE IT IN AMERICA

2010-02-10T13:31:00.001-08:00

(THE MIXTAPE)

To download the mixtape click on HERE

To view the first episode click on HERE

For more info on show click HERE

FRIENDS WITH YOU

2010-02-10T13:28:00.000-08:00

Friends With You just launched their new site, click HERE

KID CUDI'S TIME OUT MAGAZINE PHOTO SHOOT

2010-02-10T13:22:00.000-08:00

Behind the scenes at Cudi’s photo shoot for Time Out’s “Most Stylish New Yorkers” piece.

LUPE FIASCO "WHAT U WANT"

2010-02-10T13:17:00.000-08:00

To download the MP3 click on HERE

LAWS "SHINING"

2010-02-09T12:28:00.000-08:00

Here’s the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League’s artist Laws’ song that was being produced by 9th Wonder in this preview video. 9th Wonder confirmed that it will also appear on his album The Wonder Years.

To download the MP3 click on HERE

FRESH COLLECTION!!!

2010-02-09T12:24:00.001-08:00

Kitsune Fall/Winter 2010 “Ivy League” Collection

PUMA

2010-02-09T12:18:00.000-08:00

PUMA Fall/Winter 2010 Urban Mobility Collection Preview.

BAPY® (reprise) 2010 SPRING/SUMMER COLLECTION

2010-02-08T08:28:00.000-08:00

For Spring/Summer 2010, BAPE® in collaboration with Zozotown has released their female’s line called BAPY® (reprise). New items include tshirts, tank tops, skirts as well as bikinis and bags. Images of the line and lovely model can be seen below, enjoy! Available now HERE

G-SHOCK 2010 VALENTINE'S DAY "PRECIOUS WHITE" PACK

2010-02-08T08:21:00.000-08:00

As Valentine’s day is quickly approaching, G-Shock continue the tradition of releasing a special pack for the day. Called ‘Precious White’, the pair comes with a white patent finish and with the LCDs in hot pink. The male’s version is a GLS5500P-7 G-Lide G-Shock priced at $99 USD and for her is the GMN550-7D G-Shock Mini at the price of $79 USD. These two watches are now available at G-Shock Stocklists.

MS. ROSE THE AMERICAN REBEL

2010-02-08T08:12:00.000-08:00

American RebeL- Persona Magazine Vol 1. from PERSONA MAGAZINE on Vimeo.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY "J DILLA"

2010-02-07T09:00:00.000-08:00

For those who are still in the dark, J Dilla a.k.a Jay Dee, was an American Grammy Nominated record producer who emerged from the mid-1990s underground hip hop scene in Detroit, Michigan. Producing for acts like Slum Village, De La Soul, Busta Rhymes, Pharcyde, Tribe Called Quest, Erykah Badu, Common and the list can go on and on. Although he passed away in 2006, his legacy remains strong to this day.
Stussy & Stones Throw Records have partnered for Raph Rashid’s classic pic of J Dilla on a limited-edition Stussy Tee. This will be released Feb. 13, 2010 in White and Black, available at stonesthrow.com and Stussy locations.
The photo was taken by Raph Rashid in Dilla’s L.A. dining room-turned-studio, summer 2005, for his book Behind The Beat: Hip-Hop Home Studios.
Stussy & Stones Throw will also be announcing a multi-city in-store release parties for this shirts. Stay tuned for details at j-dilla.com

For more info on this T-shirt click on HERE

NEW CUDI!!!!

2010-02-07T08:33:00.000-08:00

KiD CuDi "Highs N Lows" (Produced by Dot Da Genius).

To download the MP3 click on HERE

ANYBODY WHO REMEMBERS CLASSIC MARIO BROS. WILL APPRECIATE THIS POST

2010-02-07T08:27:00.001-08:00

The only reason I posted these pics of Pharrell because I love the idea behind these pendants and how stylishly understated they are. I'm not a huge fan of gaudy jewelry, actually I hate it, but these pieces are fresh!!!

MAYBACH MUSIC 3

2010-02-07T08:22:00.000-08:00

Lil Wayne & Birdman "Maybach Music 3"

To download the MP3 click on HERE

WALTER VAN BEIRENDONCK & CHRIS & TIBOR

2010-02-07T08:16:00.001-08:00

London-based bag and accessories brand chris & tibor collaborated on a series of bags with Walter Van Beirendonck for the latter’s a/w 10 collection. The collection includes backpacks, messenger bags with laptop compartment and the signature 3d-shape w letter on the front.

SEXUAL COLOR

2010-02-06T09:31:00.000-08:00

Photographer Gabriel Wickbold has added a touch of color to his subjects for a special collection of photographs titled “Sexual Color”. In this series, Wickbold’s subjects strip down to nothing, only to be clothed again in thick layers of colorful paint while they pose for the camera. These vibrant, luscious images convey a new level of emotion in human eroticism, a vision for which Gabriel Wickbold has earned our respect. See the full set HERE

MY CHICK BAD

2010-02-06T09:28:00.000-08:00

Ludacris feat. Nicki Minaj "My Chick Bad"
Def Jam just let loose of the CDQ of Ludacris’ Nicki Minaj collabo off Battle of the Sexes, that drops on March 9th now.

To download the MP3 click on HERE

GUCCI MANE AND PHARRELL

2010-02-06T09:23:00.001-08:00

Another Gucci/Skateboard collabo, this time off DJ Trill OG’s The South Tape mixtape.

To download the MP3 click on HERE

SOUNDS GOOD TO ME

2010-02-06T09:18:00.000-08:00

Consequence "Sounds G.O.O.D. 2 Me"

Produced by Statik Selektah.

To download the MP3 click on HERE

WE ARE THE WORLD!!! 25 YEARS LATER!!!

2010-02-04T08:46:00.001-08:00

Video: Celebrities Describe Working On 'We Are the World' Remake.

MTV Shows

Artists Performing 'We Are The World'

MTV Shows

'We Are The World 25 For Haiti' Being Documented From Every Angle

MTV Shows

Lil Wayne Takes On Bob Dylan's Solo For 'We Are The World'

MTV Shows

Michael Jackson Remembered At 'We Are The World' Recording

MTV Shows

Spontaneous Rendition Of 'Lean On Me'

MTV Shows

Wyclef Jean Celebrates New And Old Artists For 'We Are The World'

MTV Shows

Nipsey Hussle On The Importance Of 'We Are The World'

MTV Shows

Lawyer Randy Phillips Explains Where Donations Will Go

MTV Shows

SICK!!!

2010-02-04T08:34:00.000-08:00

Vancouver-based artist Nick Lepard has created a breathtaking collection of portraits with oil and acrylic on large-scale canvas. Some straightforward, others abstract, these portraits portray a range of figures with somber emotions and unapologetic poses. The brushwork of Lepard is touching, colorful and human, alive with detail but obscured enough to remain imaginative. Check out his site HERE

JUELZ SANTANA "I WANNA ROCK"

2010-02-04T08:28:00.000-08:00

HOME ALONE

2010-02-03T08:22:00.001-08:00

New video from Azage!!!

MAY 25th MIXTAPE

2010-02-03T08:17:00.001-08:00

One of the highlighted singles off B.o.B.’s latest mixtape is this record featuring himself and Asher Roth over some dope production by Kanyeezy. Entitled Fuck the Money, the track serves as a testament to some of the questionable practices of the music industry that surprise artists all too often. B.o.B’s May 25th Mixtape is titled after the date his debut album releases later this year. In the mean time download the full mixtape HERE

NICE COVER

2010-02-02T12:21:00.000-08:00

Check out "International Hov" on the cover of Sweden's Kingsize Magazine!

THE NECKER NYMPH

2010-02-02T12:19:00.000-08:00

Via Luxist

You'd think Richard Branson might be busy conquering space but he's got plans to explore the sea as well. His Virgin Limited Edition has unveiled the Necker Nymph, a DeepFlight three-person aero submarine. The craft was built by Graham Hawkes, of Hawkes Ocean Technologies. The open cockpit winged sub is bit like an underwater airplane. Unlike conventional subs which use ballast to sink, the Necker Nymph (named after Branson's Necker Island) uses downward 'lift' perhaps a bit similar to the way an airplane uses its wings to sustain loft. The Nymph is available to those staying on Necker Island or chartering the 105-foot catamaran Necker Belle. Dives can last up to two hours. Guests will be trained/accompanied by a certified Necker Nymph pilot. It was was designed specifically for Necker Belle, but can also be launched from shore. When taking Necker Belle for 7-nights' exclusive hire, the sub is available at a weekly rate of $25,000.

SEXY

2010-02-02T12:13:00.001-08:00

via Bikerumor

Peugeot B1K Bicycle Concept | Since its invention, the bicycle really hasn’t changed much. Its basic components remain the same– a pair of wheels, a crank-driven drivetrain, a frame, a seat and some handlebars. The components themselves have evolved, but the basic song has gone unchanged. The design team at Peugeot Bikes, however, have created a bike concept so alien to our eyes that change may be on the horizion. The Peugeot B1K Bicycle Concept takes on the traditional bike format by adding a chain-free drivetrain, removing the down tube and giving it a fierce new design that is as progressive as they come.
The Peugeot B1K Bike Concept is a carbon-constructed race bike built for the track or the urban pavement. The rider’s torso is angled downward toward the pavement ahead, reducing drag and providing improvements in weight balance and power transfer. The chainless drivetrain looks amazing, but details on its efficiency have not been revealed. The lack of a down tube on the frame leads to questions about its rigidity, as the bike may flex during use. Any racer will tell you– as light as a feather and as stiff as a board, the better. But the design itself leads us to give Peugeot the benefit of any doubt, as this design is easily the sexiest yet in 2010.

LIL WAYNE "FUCK TODAY (REBIRTH MIX)"

2010-02-02T12:05:00.000-08:00

Feat. Gudda Gudda

To download the MP3 click on HERE

Lil Wayne’s Rebirth is in stores today.

GAME "PUSSY FIGHT"

2010-02-02T12:04:00.001-08:00

Feat. Ray J & Esther Dean
To download the MP3 click on HERE

VINTAGE TERRY RICHARDSON

2010-02-01T14:16:00.000-08:00

Is there a bigger name in fashion photography today? 2009 was truly the year of photographer Terry Richardson, but he’s starting off 2010 strong with his sexy, not-safe-for-your-office 2010 Pirelli Calendar. But how did Terry get here? TouchPuppet has an ongoing series called Early Terry Richardson, a look back at the early work of this fashion photographer rock star. The man has a style all his own, a quick-and-dirty perspective on life and beauty that has taken the fashion world by storm. Here’s a great look at how that perspective got started…

VALENTINO COUTURE

2010-01-31T12:03:00.000-08:00

Valentino Spring 2010 Haute Couture.

KUNTZEL + DEYGAS EXHIBITION

2010-01-31T11:51:00.000-08:00

The celebrated design duo of Kuntzel + Deygas recently opened their latest exhibition at the Joyce Gallery in Paris. The show features a plethora of their art and design creations, including lifestyle items such as speakers, chairs, carpets and more fine art style pieces. The show looks to remain open to the public until February 25th, 2010. If you’re in Paris, be sure to stop by and check it out!
Joyce Gallery
168 Galerie Valois
75001 Paris
France

HELVETICA COOKIE CUTTERS

2010-01-30T16:39:00.000-08:00

Typeface. Tasty, tasty typeface. Font fanatic Beverly Hsu has created a contemporary cookie cutter that carves out the greatest font of all time, Helvetica. The Helvetica Cookie Cutters produce cookies that faithfully replicate the format of the Helvetica font, making tasty treats for the design minded. While Miss Hsu’s cookie cutters are not yet in production, she’s looking for more production options to bring them to the market. Having your font and eating it too, check out more info HERE

KID CUDI "CUDDERISBACK"

2010-01-30T16:35:00.000-08:00

KiD CuDi "cudderisback" - Directed by Jason Goldwatch - DatNewCudi.com from DP on Vimeo.

Dope.

KELIS "THEY SAY"

2010-01-30T16:28:00.001-08:00

Feat. Jean Baptiste.
To download the MP3 click on HERE

ERYKAH BADU "JUMP IN THE AIR (STAY THERE)"

2010-01-30T16:22:00.000-08:00

Feat. Lil Wayne & Bilal
To download the MP3 click on HERE

THEY KEEP COMING WITH NICE COVERS

2010-01-29T13:08:00.000-08:00

Drake Complex Cover (Feb/March).

Via: Complex

MOS DEF "THE TOURNAMENT"

2010-01-29T13:04:00.000-08:00

To download the MP3 click on HERE

iPAD

2010-01-27T11:59:00.001-08:00

Today at their annual press conference Apple announced the iPad, a tablet that is essentially an oversized iPod Touch. The device had been rumored for several months,with iSlate and iTablet among rumored names. The device incorporates a 9.7-inch (25 cm) multi-touch In-plane switching display made by Innolux running at XGA resolution, a subsidiary of Foxconn. The price is $499 to $829.
The iPad will be available for sale in the United States in March 2010. No pricing or release has been made available worldwide. International 3G prices are to be announced summer 2010.

Specs.

Manufacturer Apple Inc.
Type Tablet PC
Release date March 2010 (2010-03) (WiFi), March 2010 (2010-03) (3G)[1]* IPS LCD display, 1024x768 resolution [2]
Introductory price iPad Wi-Fi

16 GB flash, $499
32 GB flash, $599
64 GB flash, $699

iPad Wi-Fi + 3G

16 GB flash, $629
32 GB flash, $729
64 GB flash, $829

CPU 1 GHz[3] ARM Apple A4 chip
Storage capacity 16 - 64 GB flash Memory[1]
Display 9.7 inches (25 cm)[3]* IPS LCD display, 1024x768 resolution [4]
Input accelerometer, compass, multitouch screen
Touchpad Yes
Connectivity USB
Dimensions

Height - 9.56 inches (24.3 cm)[3]
Width - 7.47 inches (19.0 cm)[3]
Depth - 0.5 inches (1.3 cm)[3]
Weight - 1.5 pounds (0.68 kg)[3]

Weight 1.5 pounds (0.68 kg)[3]

For even more info click HERE

GREEN T. HOUSE SPA + RESTAURANT

2010-01-27T11:07:00.001-08:00

Artist, entrepreneur and tea lover Zhang Jin Jie wanted to create a business that would reflect and indulge her many passions. The Green T. House is precisely that, a “tea experience” that encompasses dining, music, art, architecture, and the aforementioned leafy beverage. Beijing’s Green T. House is a dynamic paradise of unique room settings from spa to restaurant, lounge to kitchen. In a choose-your-own adventure fashion, guests can indulge every sense in Zhang Jin Jie’s Green T. House. I think I would like a reservation, please… click HERE

WU x BEATLES

2010-01-26T11:40:00.000-08:00

Tracklist:

1 Wu Vs Beatles (Intro)
2 C.R.E.A.M.
3 Got Your Money
4 Forget Me Not
5 Back In The Game
6 Uh Huh
7 Criminology
8 Da Mystery Of Chessboxin’
9 Daytona 500
10 Labels
11 Smith Bros
12 R.E.C. Room
13 Wu Vs Beatles (Skit)
14 Mighty Healthy
15 Clientele Kidd
16 Cutting It Up
17 Release Yo Self
18 City High
19 Run
20 Cross My Heart
21 Uzi (Pinky Ring)
22 Bizarre
23 Slang Editorial
24 Save Me Dear
25 The Movement
26 Wu Tang Cream Team Line Up
27 Wu vs. Beatles (Outro)

To download the Mixtape click on HERE

KANYE, PHARRELL & ROSE AT LANVIN SHOW

2010-01-26T11:30:00.000-08:00

Kanye West & Pharrell made an appearance at the Lanvin Menswear A/W 2010 show at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris for Fashion Week.

CHARLES HAMILTON "HOCKEY KITTY"

2010-01-26T11:27:00.001-08:00

Off the impending The Binge Vol. 3: Charles Hamilton’s Last Mixtape.
To download the MP3 click on HERE

COMMON "NEXT TIME"

2010-01-26T11:21:00.000-08:00

(Unreleased).
To download the MP3 click on HERE

DIDDY

2010-01-25T11:05:00.001-08:00

Vogue US | Natalia Vodianova & Diddy by Annie Leibovitz.

LITTLE WHEEL GAME

2010-01-25T10:55:00.000-08:00

Here is a well designed and entertaining flash game(hit the jump to play), relaxing music as well! Created by oneclickdog

To play the game click HERE

THIS HOME IS SICK

2010-01-25T10:28:00.001-08:00

Amidst the soaring pines and sloping sands of Argentina’s Mar Azul Forest, this concrete house by BAK Arquitectos rests silently. A short hike from the Atlantic coast, this home is located in one of Argentina’s top bathing destinations, a few hundred miles south of Buenos Aires. To escape the busy shoreline activity and enjoy more of Mar Azul’s nature, this concrete house was constructed on a rolling sandy hill inland from the beach.
The goal of both the architect and client was to leave the nature of Mar Azul Forest intact– to avoid harming both the pine foliage or the natural slope of the selected lot. BAK Arquitectos executed this perfectly, constructing a cool concrete home which looks as much a part of the surrounding nature as it does a man made structure. As a result, the client can escape to the serenity of the forest and experience an environment entirely opposite of the bustle of Buenos Aires to the north.

MR. HUDSON & KANYE

2010-01-25T10:18:00.000-08:00

"Anyone But Him" (single version).
To download the MP3 click on HERE

GIVENCHY

2010-01-25T10:15:00.000-08:00

Givenchy Men's RTW Fall 2010.

GORILLAZ "STYLO"

2010-01-25T10:11:00.001-08:00

Feat. Mos Def & Bobby Womack.
To download the MP3 click on HERE

LUPE FIASCO & KENNA "RESURRECTION"

2010-01-21T12:48:00.000-08:00

Prod. M. Shinoda.
To download the MP3 click on HERE

MEGAN FOX

2010-01-20T12:49:00.001-08:00

Fashion label Emporio Armani has tapped actress Megan Fox to model their 2010 line of lingerie and women’s wear, and the first images have just trickled onto the web. The 23-year-old actress is no stranger to lingerie photo shoots, nor is her entrance into high fashion unlikely. Before her, actresses like Angelina Jolie, Olga Kurylenko and Scarlett Johanssen have all tried their hands at modeling, and Miss Fox is certainly a welcome addition to that group. In fact, just a few days ago Natalie Portman was shown in Elle Magazine UK modeling fashion by Sasa Thomann… Gotta love it.

UNDRCRWN "ASSIST HAITI"

2010-01-20T12:40:00.000-08:00

Haiti was hit by a second earthquake this morning (measuring 6.1) as the country reels from the devastating 7.0 earthquake only eight days ago. Last week’s quake killed an estimated 200,000 people, left 250,000 injured and made 1.5 million people homeless. Out of respect for those who have lost loved ones, their shelter and life’s basic necessities UNDRCRWN joins the rest of the world in grieving the tremendous losses to the people of Haiti.
Starting today, UNDRCRWN releases the “Assist Haiti” T-shirt for the Haiti Relief Effort. 100% OF THE PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED to YELE HAITI which is the organization supported by Wyclef Jean. Throughout the week of January 20th through January 27th, UNDRCRWN will also be donating 5% of their total web sales to YELE HAITI. The shirts retail for $20 and are now available HERE

LOST OCEANIC AIRLINES

2010-01-20T12:36:00.000-08:00

Among other January drops, Nike SB has just released a shoe inspired by the popular TV show Lost. The colorway is inspired by Oceanic Airlines, the airline company that crashed leaving the group stranded on the island. These are now available HERE

ORIGINALFAKE KAWS TOTE BAGS

2010-01-20T12:32:00.001-08:00

New from the OriginalFake 2010 Spring Collection are these tote bags featuring the artwork of brand owner and acclaimed artist KAWS. The bags are offered in a natural colorway with both black or red color options. Each boasts a fully embroidered graphic on the front side, with availability HERE

CLIPSE "FREEDOM"

2010-01-20T12:29:00.000-08:00

EVA

2010-01-19T10:35:00.000-08:00

Eva Mendes for Calvin Klein.

This spread symbolizes one word... HOT!

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2010 FALL COLLECTION

2010-01-19T10:27:00.001-08:00

Despite the traditional silhouettes, Alexander McQueen used to a variety of bold prints and patterns to set the tone for his 2010 fall collection. With a slightly distracting backdrop, the collection’s understated palette of colors offered a nice balance with the patterns, while the inclusion of various headpieces such as balaclavas and face masks providing an interesting juxtaposition.

KID CUDI x A BATHING APE MILO PARTY T-SHIRT

2010-01-19T10:12:00.000-08:00

Text Via Hypebeast:

Having been a former employee of A Bathing Ape, rising star Kid Cudi has partaken in a few different collaborations with his former employer over the last few months. The latest to take form is the following Kid Cudi x A Bathing Ape Milo Party T-shirt. The shirt will release at both BAPE STORE New York and online at US.Bape.com. Release dates have been slated for Wednesday, January 20th for online and Saturday, January 23rd for BAPE STORE New York.

BARRY MCGEE INSTALLATION AT SFMOMA 75TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION

2010-01-18T12:24:00.000-08:00

Barry McGee is among an eclectic and well-respected cast of artists current in the midst of preparing works for SFMOMA’s 75th anniversary exhibition. A familiar figure over the years, Barry McGee’s installation features a large-scale layering of his work over top a wooden prop.

M.I.A. "THERES SPACE FOR OL DAT I SEE"

2010-01-18T12:22:00.001-08:00

GOODS x MANIK "HAITI" CHARITY T-SHIRTS

2010-01-18T12:18:00.001-08:00

Seattle-based retailer Goods is teaming up with their friends over at Manik Skateboards for a special set of t-shirts in light of the unfortunate Haiti events. Two different designs will be offered through both Goods Seattle and Bellevue locations, with all proceeds being donated directly to Haiti. For those in the area, both designs are now available for purchase. Click HERE

THIS IS THE ULTIMATE HOME OFFICE

2010-01-17T08:12:00.001-08:00

This device is called the OfficePOD Prefab Home Office, working from home can be a serious challenge. Kids, pets and housework can put a significant strain on any workflow, so some tele-commuters have opted to divide their work from their home– with a separate office elsewhere on their property. The OfficePOD is a prefab home office unit that provides nearly 7′ x 7′ of office space and storage in a curvy, contemporary package. Plop the OfficePod on your property — be it your back yard or even a separate lot in a woodsy setting — and you’ve got a full-service modern office without the household distractions.
The OfficePOD is powered by a discrete electrical connection to your home, while web and phone connections can either be hard-wired or operated via WiFi. The unit is lit by recessed lighting in its ceiling and with reflected light hidden within the walls. To the right of the desk is a series of attractive, wood-slatted storage options from closeted shelving and large drawers. While pricing wasn’t readily available on the OfficePOD website,I know it's not cheap by any means. Check out the website HERE

CASELY-HAYFORD SPRING/SUMMER 2010

2010-01-16T09:07:00.001-08:00

Menswear label joe casely-hayford continues its innovative fusion of brit sartorialism and elements from london’s youth culture. for its s/s 10 collection, it draws inspiration from the buoyant kingsland road area where original eastenders coexist with recently arrived public school boys. the result is a collection of urban dandywear at its best with delicately tweaked classic pieces and hybrid new items in a variety of fabrics and colours. See more HERE

PLAY CLOTHS x WYCLEF x HAITI RELIEF EFFORT

2010-01-16T08:51:00.000-08:00

Play Cloths is doing their part with the Haiti relief effort.
Haiti faced a natural disaster of unprecedented proportion, an earthquake unlike anything the country has ever experienced. The magnitude 7.0 earthquake - and several very strong aftershocks - struck only 10 miles from Port-au-Prince. Over 2 million people in Port-au-Prince faced this catastrophe alone and idle hands will only make this tragedy worse. Many people across the country have already started to contribute to the Haiti Relief Effort and Play Cloths must do its part as well. Sometimes it is very confusing when donating due to the high level of corruption within certain charities but in this instance we feel that WYCLEF JEAN is a man we can trust.

So starting today, Friday January 15th @ 3pm est, Play Cloths will release a signature Jack logo t-shirt designed for the Haiti Relief Effort. 100% OF THE PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED to the YELE HAITI EARTHQUAKE FUND (www.yele.org) which is an organization supported by WYCLEF. In order to send the donations as fast as we can, the Haitian Jack t-shirt will only be on sale from Friday, January 15th to Friday, January 22nd (one week only). We will be shipping Friday the following week. We cannot stress enough what a human disaster this is and every little bit we can give helps. We can only hope that our efforts combined with efforts from the rest of the world will help the people of Port-au-Prince immediately as well as create a better Haiti for the future. Cop it HERE