More information on Kanye West's new album has finally been released. So now we have a title, Yeezus, release date, June 18th and possible cover art. And we also have two singles to listen to: New Slaves and Black Skinhead. As a fan, I don't know what to feel about all of this. When I first heard New Slaves it sounded like a Cruel Summer reject but I will grow on it after a few more listens.
My predictions are this: Yeezus will be the most creative and groundbreaking album in rap history. Kanye continues to break new ground through artistry and marketing, just look at what he did with New Slaves. Whether you think he's an egomaniac or not you cannot deny that the man is a genius. Twenty years from now when Rolling Stone lists the Top 100 artists Kanye should be top 10. Even though his lyricism may not have been the best of best his creativity has been an inspiration to this generation and won't be forgotten.
I'm definitely getting the album. Like I said, summer 2013 is going to be big for hip hop!
Monday, May 20, 2013
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Playoff Predictions revisited
My playoff predictions aren't so wrong. Let's start off with the West-
The Clippers disappointed me, how they couldn't get past the team they beat last year without Rudy Gay is a wonder to me. McGrady finally got past the first round, I expected to see confetti and tears but a Lakers loss is good enough for me. Denver surprisingly lost and now Golden State is going to pull the upset and beat the Spurs. The biggest shock was Westbrook's injury. But KD couldn't be happier playing without him as if this was his dream come true. This Memphis/Thunder is going to be a good one but I have to give it to Memphis.
The Clippers disappointed me, how they couldn't get past the team they beat last year without Rudy Gay is a wonder to me. McGrady finally got past the first round, I expected to see confetti and tears but a Lakers loss is good enough for me. Denver surprisingly lost and now Golden State is going to pull the upset and beat the Spurs. The biggest shock was Westbrook's injury. But KD couldn't be happier playing without him as if this was his dream come true. This Memphis/Thunder is going to be a good one but I have to give it to Memphis.
Western Conference Finals
Golden State vs Memphis
4-1 Memphis
The Bulls pulled away from soft Brooklyn and now they're going to give Miami a hard time but they're still going to lose in maybe 7. The Knicks are no threat at all, the Pacers could advance but its not going to be easy. Knicks will win in six.
Eastern Conference Finals
Miami vs NY
4-2 Miami
We'll see how this goes in two weeks.
Derrick Rose
There is a joke going on about Derrick Rose, it goes like this "Derrick Rose is on the cover of 2k13... yet he hasn't played a single game of the season" I don't know if this was supposed to be an actual joke or an ironic truth but I found it humorous. I was actually waiting for Rose's return and I'm saying that as a Heat fan. I know I wasn't the only one who got pumped from that The Return commercial.
I'm not going to call Rose soft nor question his ways but all I'm saying is if you're not going to play then don't play and keep your mouth shut. Don't get people's hopes up saying that you're "considering it". I have astronomical expectations of him for when he comes back next season. I want to see 40+ point games and a neck to neck run with LeBron for MVP. Rose is a promising player and was fun to watch, I know he will do something special when he actually does return. How do you feel about the Rose-less season and what do you want to see in The Return and will the Bulls ever really be a championship contender?
Real quick- How come nobody is pissed off at Andrew Bynum. Way to get Philly's hopes up and then turn right around and flick them off. I never liked this guy to begin and that stupid hairstyle he was rocking while sitting on the bench was very obnoxious and distracting. Will Bynum make a career comeback? The world may never know
I'm not going to call Rose soft nor question his ways but all I'm saying is if you're not going to play then don't play and keep your mouth shut. Don't get people's hopes up saying that you're "considering it". I have astronomical expectations of him for when he comes back next season. I want to see 40+ point games and a neck to neck run with LeBron for MVP. Rose is a promising player and was fun to watch, I know he will do something special when he actually does return. How do you feel about the Rose-less season and what do you want to see in The Return and will the Bulls ever really be a championship contender?
Real quick- How come nobody is pissed off at Andrew Bynum. Way to get Philly's hopes up and then turn right around and flick them off. I never liked this guy to begin and that stupid hairstyle he was rocking while sitting on the bench was very obnoxious and distracting. Will Bynum make a career comeback? The world may never know
Apology to Mr. Cole
In my Where is Hip Hop At series in part 3 I insulted J. Cole, calling him a Drake clone. After further review of his music and the recent release of Truly Yours 2 I realize that an apology is necessary. Mr. Cole I am very sorry for disrespecting you.
This guy hasn't blown up yet, Cole World was just a warm up, no pun intended. June 25th is going to be a good day for hip hop because Wale's The Gifted comes out the same day as Born Sinner. Hopefully both surprise us because there is no hype around them right now. If you haven't heard Truly Yours 2 yet you're missing out. Now I'm definitely looking forward to his collabo with Kendrick Lamar, no details on that one yet.
This guy hasn't blown up yet, Cole World was just a warm up, no pun intended. June 25th is going to be a good day for hip hop because Wale's The Gifted comes out the same day as Born Sinner. Hopefully both surprise us because there is no hype around them right now. If you haven't heard Truly Yours 2 yet you're missing out. Now I'm definitely looking forward to his collabo with Kendrick Lamar, no details on that one yet.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Jason Collins Coming Out
This pro basketball player who I never heard of named Jason Collins reportedly came out and admitted he was gay. And of course, everyone is opening their mouth with an opinion. Seems like everybody approves of this, Kobe Bryant expressed his appreciation and support. I'm not going to bash this guy or homosexuality but let's be honest, this isn't a big deal.
Keep in mind Jason Collins is not an All Star, not a champion, he's an unknown in the league. Check his stats, he never averaged double digit points in his 12 year career. While what he did was courageous, let's not blow this out of proportion. If you look at Collins's pictures, it was obvious that he was a little sweet from the start. An obscure player that we've never even played with in 2k doesn't change anything in the league. The NBA has already been taking a tolerant approach. Let's not get ahead of ourselves, all of the elite players are straight, it's not like there's gonna be an all gay starting lineup any time soon.
I might be taking a cynical approach to this but somebody has to.
Keep in mind Jason Collins is not an All Star, not a champion, he's an unknown in the league. Check his stats, he never averaged double digit points in his 12 year career. While what he did was courageous, let's not blow this out of proportion. If you look at Collins's pictures, it was obvious that he was a little sweet from the start. An obscure player that we've never even played with in 2k doesn't change anything in the league. The NBA has already been taking a tolerant approach. Let's not get ahead of ourselves, all of the elite players are straight, it's not like there's gonna be an all gay starting lineup any time soon.
I might be taking a cynical approach to this but somebody has to.
Monday, April 29, 2013
Inspiration
I want to dedicate this post to the people in my life who have inspired me and strive to change the world. There are so many people I can thank but I'll try and make this short. We all have people in our lives who inspire us and at times we will inspire others as well. We were all put here for a special reason, given special talents by God to make the world a better place. As I look at the people in my life, I realize that I'm surrounded by ambitious individuals and that motivates me to be the best writer, Christian, brother, son, student, and person I can be.
So thank you to everyone who has encouraged me not to be a bum. Thank you to my cousin Chris who I continue to look up to as a role model and has his own clothing line (Freshco. Fly), Alex, an aspiring rapper and talented football player along with the rest of the Joesph family, Dario, my sunday school teacher who launched his own company to motivate people to use their talents for good (Dario Inspires), Ms. Agostini, who's son is like a brother to me and makes her own greeting cards (Clofran Creations), My Pastors at Calvary Josiah and Chris for their moving words and reaching out to me, everyone down with the Broward County Chapter of the Freedoms Foundations of Valley Forge I met some of the brightest kids through this trip, my friends and colleagues in school, teachers, and my family for the undying love and support. Thank you all, Deion wouldn't be Deion without you.
If there's aybody you want to shout out feel free to do so through the comments! Links are below
So thank you to everyone who has encouraged me not to be a bum. Thank you to my cousin Chris who I continue to look up to as a role model and has his own clothing line (Freshco. Fly), Alex, an aspiring rapper and talented football player along with the rest of the Joesph family, Dario, my sunday school teacher who launched his own company to motivate people to use their talents for good (Dario Inspires), Ms. Agostini, who's son is like a brother to me and makes her own greeting cards (Clofran Creations), My Pastors at Calvary Josiah and Chris for their moving words and reaching out to me, everyone down with the Broward County Chapter of the Freedoms Foundations of Valley Forge I met some of the brightest kids through this trip, my friends and colleagues in school, teachers, and my family for the undying love and support. Thank you all, Deion wouldn't be Deion without you.
If there's aybody you want to shout out feel free to do so through the comments! Links are below
- http://darioinspires.com/
- http://www.freshcofly.com/ Freshco.Fly Facebook page
- Clofran Creations Facebook page
- Freedoms Foundation website / Broward County Chapter Facebook group page
Sunday, April 21, 2013
Ray J's I Hit It First
So if you don't know already, Brandy's never-has-been little brother Ray J came out with a blatant diss track called "I Hit First" Do I even need to tell you what its about? The song is basically Ray J reminding Kim Kardashian and the rest of the world once again that he's responsible for Kim's super stardom. Not only that but now he has Kanye West in his scope.
First off, you didn't hit it first Ray J. Kim was married before she was with you. Second, why did you attack Kanye? He never bothered you, are you mad because he had Brandy sing vocals on Late Registration and your sorry self was recording One Wish?
If I had one wish it would be for Kanye to respond to this with his own track. Please Ye, put little Ray in his place. "I Hit First" is the type of song for those 20 something year old men who watch highlights of their high school football games because that was the only glorious moment in their lives. In Ray J's case he just sits home with his tape on replay and flips the channel occasionally to watch Moesha reruns. I'm begging you Kanye, please respond. If you can address attack poor Kris Humphries you can confront Ray J. Think of the baby Ye! Think of the baby!!!
First off, you didn't hit it first Ray J. Kim was married before she was with you. Second, why did you attack Kanye? He never bothered you, are you mad because he had Brandy sing vocals on Late Registration and your sorry self was recording One Wish?
If I had one wish it would be for Kanye to respond to this with his own track. Please Ye, put little Ray in his place. "I Hit First" is the type of song for those 20 something year old men who watch highlights of their high school football games because that was the only glorious moment in their lives. In Ray J's case he just sits home with his tape on replay and flips the channel occasionally to watch Moesha reruns. I'm begging you Kanye, please respond. If you can address attack poor Kris Humphries you can confront Ray J. Think of the baby Ye! Think of the baby!!!
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