Idris Elba Covers The May 2011 Issue Of "THE SOURCE"

  Idris Elba covers the May issue of The Source and we have the cover photo and article details inside.  Also, find out what Beverly Johnson will be doing this summer with Tyler Perry.

British actor Idris Elba aka DJ Dris (for the party set) aka A.P.D. (Automatic Panty Dropper for the freaky set) is on the cover of the May 2011 issue of The Source, which is dedicated to rapper Nate Dogg. The issue hits stands on May 2nd, and Idris discusses his role as Heimdall, an all-seeing, all-hearing Norse God in the new blockbuster film, Thor.  He also talks about the controversy caused by his character’s race, and producing for Jay-Z for his music side.  
When talking about his career, he told the mag:

“I’ve challenged my audience. I’ve taken them from being a drug lord to a preacher to married to Beyonce to American Gangster...versatility is the key to success.”

FIRST LISTEN: "YMCMB Heroes" Ft. Jay Sean, Tyga, Busta Rhymes and Cory Gunz

For the hip hop lover in you, YBF's got the exclusive First Listen at the Young Money crew's new track "YMCMB Heroes" ft. Jay Sean, Tyga, Busta Rhymes and Cory Gunz.

Check it under the jump....

The track is produced by OFM (J Remy and Bobby Bass).  You feelin' it?

Gorilla Zoe (Feat. Lil Jon) - Twisted

N.O.R.E.- Shot Somebody

Dead Prez - The Beauty Within

Asher Roth & Nottz - Enforce The Law

Pusha T - Can I Live

BlackDA Leica i9 Concept Camera for iPhone 4

The iPhone 4 was undoubtedly the catalyst for an all new movement in digital photography. The ability to instantaneously share imagery together with a competent performing package and social apps such as Instagram have made the iPhone 4 virtually uncontested in ubiquity. BlackDA create a concept that hopes to further enhance the properties of the iPhone 4 with its Leica i9 concept. Based on a “Compliment without Compromise” philosophy, the i9 serves as an add-on camera and case. The case includes internal flash memory to house images from a Leica 12.1 MP CMOS sensor and lens which also contains 8x optical zoom. Paired together, the BlackDA Leica i9 Concept Camera boosts greater performance with the connectivity of the iPhone 4.
Source: Leica Rumors

CASH CA V-ZIP PARKA

CASH CA offer a slight variation to your traditional hooded fleece with their V-ZIP PARKA. Featuring angular finishes along the sleeves and bottom hem, they include unstructured pockets along the waist. Three mostly neutral-colored variations are available through select retailers including JUICE HK.

adidas SLVR Core Mid

Amidst all the more complex offerings from adidas’s SLVR resides the Core Mid. The simplistic high-cut sneaker utilizes some utilitarian materials including cotton canvas with non-traditional 3 stripe branding on the heel area. Available now at the SLVR online store with a retail price of $115 USD.

visvim LAUDA KIOWA-FOLK

Sneakers have long been a staple amongst visvim’s footwear line as we’ve seen an influx of new models through the last few seasons. The LAUDA KIOWA-FOLK makes its first appearance starting this week as it combines a dual material upper with distressed detailings. A studded theme is applied along the heel and laces with several colors in the mix.

Kanye West Wearing Nike Air Yeezy II Part 2

Another teaser makes its way through the net, showing off the upcoming Air Yeezy II. Although the quality is a bit rough, we do get a peek at the textured heel featured on the follow-up to 2009′s highly anticipated Air Yeezy. Kanye West was spotted in Paris doing his biz in a sample pair. Stay tuned for further news and better imagery as it comes.
Source: Just Jared

BEDWIN & THE HEARTBREAKERS DULFER Double Riders Jacket

BEDWIN & THE HEARTBREAKERS present a marquee release this season with their DULFER Double Riders Jacket. Cut slim and tight, the jacket offers an update to the traditional Double Riders style. Contrasting silver zippers are seen through both adjustable cuffs and pockets that are dotted throughout the jacket. The DULFER is available now through select BEDWIN & THE HEARTBREAKERS retailers as well as Bricksworth.

Photography: Saki Tagami for Hypebeast

2012 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Commercial

Never ceasing to amaze, Lamborghini unveils its Aventador LP700-4 through an amazing new three-minute visual. Showcasing the vehicle’s sheer performance, all other aspects are left untouched, although a prospective customer is probably not too worried about MPG or trunk space. Further images of the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 can be viewed here.

Deluxe x Vans Zapato Del Barco

Vans and Japanese contemporary brand Deluxe continue their ongoing partnership as the two brands come together for another footwear collaboration, this time revolving around the popular Zapato Del Barco. Maintaining the simplicity we’ve come to expect from past releases, the shoes feature a simple black colorway with leather and nubuck uppers along with contrasting leather laces, Deluxe branding and white outsoles. Priced at ¥10,500 (approx. $128 USD), the shoes will see a release next month through select stockists, including BRIDGE.
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Reebok Court Victory Jacket Pack

Reebok gets inspired for the new season as the brand develops a set of sneakers based off iconic jacket styles. Working with the ever-popular Court Victory Pump, the kicks are featured in three distinct colorways, mimicking classics such as a rich chocolate bomber jacket with removable Velcro flight patches, a quilted barn jacket with plaid lining, and a yellow raincoat. Look out for a release soon via select Reebok retail accounts.

Source: Sneaker Freaker

A Bathing Ape x Champion 3/4 Sleeve Shirt

Working again with the classic sportswear manufacturer Champion, BAPE has designed this varsity shirt. Using a vintage, athletic typeface in a classic navy and white colorway, the throwback-style shirt features a relaxed fit with a 3/4 length sleeve. The T-shirt is available for purchase now through select BAPE stockists worldwide.

Billionaire Boys Club Perforated Suede Nothing Sneakers

Following up on the recent multi-camo release, Billionaire Boys Club drop a new set of perforated suede colorways in the brand’s Nothing sneaker. Featured color options include olive drab, black and beige, all sporting gum outsoles with tonal laces and accenting. Retail is set at ¥13,650 (approx. $167 USD), with availability now through Ice Cream/BBC stores worldwide.

Typoe – Confetti Death

Miami-based Typoe created this insane piece earlier in the year titled Confetti Death. Produced from shards of spray paint caps, the confetti of color sees a splash through the mouth of a skull, juxtaposing quite nicely with the white wall it’s placed on. Confetti Death was just a snippet of a larger show highlighting the artist’s graffiti and fine artwork. A bit more of his work can be seen here.

Source: Juxtapoz

Tupac “The Lost Tapes” Interview

After the FBI’s vault revealed documents regarding Tupac’s death, more never-before-released information on the iconic rapper has appeared online. This time, however, it comes in the shape of an interview with him during his time spent in prison at Clinton Correctional Facility in 1995. The interview is featured in a DVD entitled Tupac Uncensored and Uncut: The Lost Prison Tapes, which was released back in January on Amazon. However, all 44 minutes of the film have been made available for viewing in the three separate YouTube videos on this page. Read more about the fascinating piece below.

As Tupac’s interviewer announces, ‘Tupac, this interview is not about your trial, or your court appeals. It is about Tupac, the inner man, then, and now.’
Featuring an uncut and never-before-seen interview at the Clinton Correctional Facility, TUPAC UNCENSORED AND UNCUT: THE LOST PRISON TAPES presents a raw look into Tupac’s world, as the rapper riffs on topics ranging from his involvement with gang life to prisons in America to his relationship with his mother. What emerges is a moving self-portrait of an artist who sees himself as fundamentally misunderstood: He may have diagnosed thug life, but he didn’t invent it, and he is determined to uplift not destroy the black community.
Capturing the intensity and passion of a fierce talent, TUPAC UNCENSORED AND UNCUT: THE LOST PRISON TAPES offers a glimpse inside the mind of the enigmatic artist whose music is, in his own words, ‘all about life.’

adidas SLVR 2011 Fall/Winter Footwear Collection

The clean and often minimalistic line of lifestyle footwear from adidas SLVR makes an early appearance in anticipation of next season’s Fall/Winter 2011 collection. Monotone colors are the most notable trend amongst the styles as you rarely find much contrast amongst the casual sneaker styles. Stay tuned for more details on the launch of the collection.

Source: Sneaker Freaker

Naomi VS. Beyonce In Gold Gucci Cut Out Dress

Beyonce covered L'Officiel magazine for their March 2011 issue in this gold Gucci Spring/Summer 2011 stunningly luxe dress. But Naomi Campbell recently rocked the same Gucci dress for the June 2011 cover of Vogue Japan.

Decide who rocked it best when you read on....

Beyonce saluted Nigerian political singer Fela Kuti for her cover.  So she rocked this gold metallic African-inspired Gucci dress for her spread, and rocked an updo with a hairpiece, along with dark nails.

Meanwhile, Naomi Campbell just rocked the same Gucci dress for her Vogue Japan cover.  She kept her hair straight and long with red nails to accentuate the gold.

Tyler Perry's "Madea's Big Happy Family" Is #2 With $25.7 Million

Tyler Perry fans supported his latest film Madea's Big Happy Family to the tune of $25.7 million dollars, but it wasn't enough to land him first place at the box office.  Get the deets inside....

Over Easter weekend, Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family made $25.7M during its debut weekend at the box office.  That landed the film in second place behind Rio, which made $26.8M, but there is a chance Tyler could pull ahead once all the sales are counted.

And while $25.7 million dollars is something to be proud of, The Washington Post notes that this is the first time one of Tyler's Madea films didn't open at number one and also it made less money its first week.   In 2006, Madea’s Family Reunion opened with $30 million, and in 2009,  Madea Goes to Jail debuted with $41 million.
He still brought in millions.  So it sounds like he's still WINNING to me. 

Source: TheYBF