Pusha T – Fear of God (Mixtape)

The wait is over. After countless guest verses and leaks, Pusha T finally drops his highly-anticipated G.O.O.D. Music debut Fear of God. While his debut full-length is in the works, the rapper offers a splendid preview of the piece by delving into 13 episodes in the life of a VA hustler. Stream Fear of God here or download it here.
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Mashonda Strips Down To Her Skivvies For KING Magazine

"Love & Hip Hop" star Mashonda Tifrere is flaunting her biggest assets on the May/June 2011 cover of KING magazine.  And it's not anything in her ex-husband Swizz Beatz's portfolio.  The single lady (who admits she's back on the dating scene) is flaunting her bangin' bod in lingerie and swimsuits for all to see.  And she's talking about how she's really "on the next one."

The issue doesn't hit newsstands till March 29th, but we've got the sneek peak and story highlights when you read on....

The gorgeous gal and mother of 1 is wearing some slinky and sexy lingerie in her KING spread for "The Women of KING" issue.  And we have a feeling she won't have a problem finsing a man if she's looking:

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Here's the highlights from the upcoming issue:

KING: Can you explain the “Loyalty” tattoo on your hand?

MASHONDA: I got it a year after everything started going downhill. It’s a reminder to me that I have to be loyal to myself for once.

Elaborate, please.

I was so loyal to everyone, and I totally forgot about me. This is what it represents—it represents loyalty to self. Now I have to do things that I love to do, and I have to make myself happy, because I don’t really agree when people say, “I need a man ’cause I want to be happy,” or “I’m not happy because I don’t have a man.” That’s not where it starts. Happiness starts from within, and that’s in my focus.

You’re also focused on Love & Hip-Hop. So the show does not revolve around you.

Exactly. I did a few episodes [first], then ended up doing a lot of episodes because the chemistry was perfect with me and Emily. I ended up being a recurring guest, and it worked out perfectly, because I’m on the show and people get to see me and hear my stories. But it’s not like a character that’s 100 percent there.

What is your role with Emily?

I’m like her support system, her counselor. I feel like a female Dr. Phil. That person who gives her advice and is not afraid to tell her my story and show her my life, ’cause I really want her to get hers together.

How are you going to handle all the groupies that are sure to be coming your way?

You mean the groupie boys?

Or groupie girls. You never know.

Yeah, you never know. I mean, they all love me.

After they see this spread, they’ll love you more. Word to Angela Winbush.

[Laughs] Oh, Lord, you know what, I show everybody love. But I don’t like the word “groupie”—it’s so harsh. I don’t feel there’s anything wrong with one person admiring another person.

Who is admiring you nowadays? Have you’ve been hitting the dating scene lately?

I have. I recently went on a date, and it was incredible.

Sounds like homeboy is getting a call back.

Yeah, definitely.

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GPPR 2011 Spring “LAST GANG IN TOWN” Collection Lookbook

GPPR offer us a glimpse into their 2011 Spring “LAST GANG IN TOWN” collection created for the “refined and mature activist” in mind. The brand is segmented into four different aspects; “the chivalrous and proper Gentleman; the progressive and probing Philosopher; the indulgent and excessive Pervert; the subversive and defiant Rebel.” Together with a varying degree of beliefs and backgrounds, they all come together to create the brand’s ideology and representation of positive defiant action.

Ransom by adidas Originals Strata Mesh

One of the weather-specific releases from Ransom and adidas for this season takes shape with the Strata Mesh. The sleek and simplistic combines an ultra breathable mesh upper together with select overlays and materials all in a tonal black package. The sneakers are available now at select retailers including Six Feet Deep.

Jil Sander Memphis Derby Shoes

Jil Sander offers a colorful take on a shoe rack favorite with two variations of the derby shoe. The Memphis Derby follows a slightly chunky last with the prominent use of royal blue seen in either a full-on tonal version or a black/blue version. Handcrafted in Italy of high-quality calf leather, the two models are available now through oki-ni.

Gourmet 2011 Spring/Summer Quattro Skate

One of the reinterpreted models to drop from Gourmet in recent times has been their skate rendition of the Quattro. The hightop style features a leather upper with a suede overlay for durability on the outer portion of the upper. Two colors are available now through select retailers.

NOWNESS: Y-3 Interviews with Yohji Yamamoto & Zinedine Zidane

NOWNESS recently interviewed Y-3 creative head Yohji Yamamoto and long-time adidas and Y-3 endorsed athlete Zinedine Zidane as a pre-cursor to the unveiling of a new Yamamoto documentary. The documentary focuses on Yamamoto in a run-up to his 2010 Fall/Winter showing. Y-3 has come to represent one of the greatest examples of fashion meets sportswear through the proper appropriation of footwear and apparel. A selection of answers are seen below while the full interview can be seen here alongside the documentary’s trailer.
Yohji Yamamoto
How would you describe Y-3 as a collaborative project?
Distant DNA got married and had a successful baby. You have to [treat] Y-3 [like it is] an independent human. In that way the brand already has its own character.
How does the collaborative process between you and Adidas work?
Adidas is a very personal inspiration to me. It has enriched my creative life. Both teams are in constant contact and communicate continuously. There are many meetings to develop the collection together. It’s an important exchange between different cultures and different ideas.
Do your catwalk collections inspire Y3, and vice versa?
Both sides are a totally free and creative process, the two worlds are parallel.
Zinedine Zidane
You’ve been with Adidas for most of your career. What appealed to you about Y-3?
It’s a natural extension, as I’d worn Adidas on the pitch for performance for so many years. Adidas had this genius and subtle idea of bringing sports into fashion with Y-3, and they managed this fusion perfectly.
You took to the catwalk for Y-3’s SS10 collection––how was that?
It was a special moment because on this same day I was able to meet Yohji Yamamoto. I’d never done anything like that before in the past. For me it was something completely new but exciting.
Have you kept any memorabilia or jerseys from your footballing days?
I gave a lot away but I kept some key ones. I still have my jersey from the 1998 World Cup final with Brazil, and the gold and white Predators [Adidas football boots] I was wearing at the 2006 World Cup that were created specially for me. If I’d listened to my friends I would have nothing left!
What is your average day like now that you’ve finished playing professionally?
Everyday I’m training a little and that’s why I wear Y-3. I want to be fit for life.

OriginalFake WINDSTOPPER GINGHAM TAILORED JACKET

Since the onset, OriginalFake has done a remarkable job of pairing technical fabrics with more subdued and fashion-driven aesthetics. With several marquee pieces each season, a new release features the WINDSTOPPER GINGHAM TAILORED JACKET. The fitted jacket features a gingham material with GORE’s WINDSTOPPER fabric as well as several pockets. Available now at OriginalFake.

Nike Dunk High Cool Grey/Hot Lime

Continuing the never-ending color combos, Nike drops another version of its Dunk High for Spring 2011. Featuring a reptilian theme, the kicks sport textured paneling with cool grey suede and hot lime accents. Look for these now through select Nike accounts, including the Foot Locker UK online store.

Nike Terminator High Basic White/Green

Nike drops a clean colorway in its Terminator High for Spring 2011. Done up in a basic two-tone white/green, the high top sneakers are a nice change of pace from the recent string of colorful releases from the Nike camp. Perfect for spring weather some may say. Look for these now through select Nike retail accounts worldwide, including Schuh-You.

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Hello Serena: Serena William's Stars In A New Video Game Commercial For "Top Spin 4"!

BREAKING: Soulja Boy Tweets About Brother's Death

Earlier today, Soulja Boy revealed his sadness about the death of his brother in a car accident last night.  Deets inside...

Earlier today, DeAndre Cortez Way aka Soulja Boy sent an emotionally charged tweet to his fans announcing the death of his little brother in a car crash last night.
And though there are very few details currently available about Soulja's brother or the accident, the "Pretty Boy Swag" rapper did retweet a message from his friend CEOMiamiMike who offered his condolences about the death.  See the tweets below:

We will keep you posted as more details emerge.
 
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SWEET 16: Happy Birthday Diggy Simmons!

Tip your mics!  Mr. Jetsetter himself is turning SWEET 16 today.  Up-and-coming rapper and fashion designer Diggy Simmons has already succeeded in becoming one of hottest rappers in the game's freshman class.  And he did so not just resting on his daddy Rev. Run's or uncle Russell Simmons' fame.  This Aries cutie has got more talent than many of these current record breaking rappers in the game.  And he's almost half their age.

We're celebrating Diggy Simmons' b-day with a gallery showcasing just how far this fresh boy wonder has come....

Here's what he Tweeted earlier to his fans and followers.  Hands off cougars....he's still got 2 more years to go.

       HAPPY 16TH BIRTHDAY DIGGY!