Ab-Soul, label member of rising hip-hop star Kendrick Lamar's Top Dawg Entertainment, released the video for his track "Terrorist Threats", and boy does he have a lot to say. From stating that the unification of every single gang member in America could overthrow the U.S. Army to calling Barack Obama a "puppet", it's clear that as of late rap artists are quite aware of what's going on in the country and are very opinionated on certain matters. Some would say that this shows advancement in the hip-hop community and rappers are veering away from the typical "get money and bitches" stance, while others may claim that these artists have no clue what they're talking about while some just might not care altogether. Either way, it's very well worth a look and listen. The instrumental is haunting, but enticing all the same, and the visuals have a grungy, old-school, hardcore hip-hop feel. You're already here. Watch.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Friday, May 18, 2012
The Tide is Rolling High at [adult swim]
The popular late-night segment of Cartoon Network, adult swim, seems to be geared up for a pretty eventful summer, leading into the end of the year. Not much information is known about these upcoming developments being that adult swim, featuring favorites such as Family Guy, Robot Chicken, and Bleach, really knows how to keep people on the edge of their seats, but their Facebook page has shed some light on what's in-store for their loyal viewers: 1) Many of their current original programs have been cleared for new seasons, including Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Children's Hospital, Loiter Squad, NTSF:SD:SUV, and a few more. 2) The return of the ironically afro-centric, controversial, over-the-top animated series loved and hated by many, The Boondocks, after it was declared that its third season would be its last. Season 4 is confirmed and in the works, which I know fans are excited about, especially with the anticlimactic taste Season 3 left on our tongues (pause). 3) 8 all-new original shows are in development for their debuts, including an animated series from our munchie-having meat lovers (pause again) Harold & Kumar. Last, but certainly not least, 4) the beloved after-school/weekly late-night program Toonami will be returning on May 26th, 2012. Featuring many adored Japanese animated classics such as Dragon Ball Z, Cowboy Bebop, and Tenchi Muyo, along with American cartoons like Megas XLR, Code Lyoko, and Teen Titans, this is big news for those of us born in the early 90's/late 80's who spent much of our weekday afternoons on the couch for 3 hours while not doing homework. Tune in if you dare.
Rare 1996 Footage: Biggie & Jay-Z Perform "Get Money"
This rare footage was just uncovered and features the two kings of (Brooklyn) New York performing "Get Money" at a birthday party for Video Music Box creator Ralph McDaniels (some of you none-cable-having folks remember VMB right?).
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
New Trailer from 'Green Hornet' Director: "The We And The I"
This new trailer for "The We And The I" comes from famed art house director, Michel Gondry. All you film buffs out there know him as the director of such movies as "The Green Hornet" and "Eternal Sunshine of The Spotless Mind."
The French director's latest effort is about a group of Bronx high school kids as they take the bus together for last time before heading off in different directions in life. The project has its world premiere tomorrow as the kickoff of the Directors Fortnight sidebar at the Cannes Film Festival.
The trailer is very evocative and seems to really capture the spirit of rambunctious teens on NYC public transportation. Most of the actors are unknowns but the performances seem to also be on point (although still a bit "acty").
Anyway, did the trailer do its job? do you want to see this when in comes out stateside later this year?
[Cited: Deadline and Imdb]
The French director's latest effort is about a group of Bronx high school kids as they take the bus together for last time before heading off in different directions in life. The project has its world premiere tomorrow as the kickoff of the Directors Fortnight sidebar at the Cannes Film Festival.
The trailer is very evocative and seems to really capture the spirit of rambunctious teens on NYC public transportation. Most of the actors are unknowns but the performances seem to also be on point (although still a bit "acty").
Anyway, did the trailer do its job? do you want to see this when in comes out stateside later this year?
[Cited: Deadline and Imdb]
New Over-the-Counter Oral H.I.V Test is a Game Changer
If a 17-member advisory panel for the F.D.A (Food and Drug Administration) has its way, every sex- crazed fiend within a reasonable distance of a pharmacy, will be able to take an at home oral H.I.V test from the privacy of their own home.
According to the New York Times, this news is crucial because previous over the counter tests required a blood sample and had to be sent to an expensive lab.
The Pennsylvania-based company, Orasure, which makes the new oral over the counter test- OraQuick, says that it's 93 percent accurate. That's pretty darn accurate considering it's the very same test doctors have been using since 2004.
And you see the results in about 20 minutes.
This can have huge implications for the rate of infection in high risk groups (HIV affects nearly 1.2 million people in the US, with 50,000 new cases each year). Can you imagine testing your new boo before you do the nasty, and getting the results in less time than it takes to cook a Rachel Ray recipe?
Yeah, it might dampen the mood a little bit, but you know, no AIDS. That's sexy right?
Now everything comes with drawbacks and this is no different. Even with the best tests there are cases of 'false positives', where the test inaccurately detects the presence of the virus.
That's why according to BBC World News, the advisory panel "urged the company that manufactures the product, to include highly visible warnings about false negative results."
The F.D.A doesn't have to follow the panels recommendation but the vote for the test was unanimous (17-0) and the administration takes that into account.
They should make a decision sometime this year, and you could be testing your random hook ups by December.
[Cited: NYT and BBC World News]
According to the New York Times, this news is crucial because previous over the counter tests required a blood sample and had to be sent to an expensive lab.
The Pennsylvania-based company, Orasure, which makes the new oral over the counter test- OraQuick, says that it's 93 percent accurate. That's pretty darn accurate considering it's the very same test doctors have been using since 2004.
And you see the results in about 20 minutes.
This can have huge implications for the rate of infection in high risk groups (HIV affects nearly 1.2 million people in the US, with 50,000 new cases each year). Can you imagine testing your new boo before you do the nasty, and getting the results in less time than it takes to cook a Rachel Ray recipe?
Yeah, it might dampen the mood a little bit, but you know, no AIDS. That's sexy right?
Now everything comes with drawbacks and this is no different. Even with the best tests there are cases of 'false positives', where the test inaccurately detects the presence of the virus.
That's why according to BBC World News, the advisory panel "urged the company that manufactures the product, to include highly visible warnings about false negative results."
The F.D.A doesn't have to follow the panels recommendation but the vote for the test was unanimous (17-0) and the administration takes that into account.
They should make a decision sometime this year, and you could be testing your random hook ups by December.
[Cited: NYT and BBC World News]
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