New and Exclusive!!!

Never heard of Private Stock, but they’re supposedly a new company. They dropped these off at Shoe Gallery and I think they still have a few left. As of Saturday afternoon, they were in stock at Shoe Gallery and well, that black one is on my radar so I suggest you beat me to it because next time I’m in Downtown I’m gonna try and cop it. If anyone has a website link or more info on Private Stock, hit me up.

SNEAKERS :: Nike LeBron 8 V2 “Entourage”

Another vibrant rendition of the Lebron 8 “V2″ silhouette. This time, its inspired by the poster for the HBO hit show Entourage. The release date for these is March 5th at select retailers. The usual locals should have a couple pairs of these. More details next week.
Nike LeBron 8 V2 “Entourage”
Photo Blue/Black-Tour Yellow
March 5, 2011
$160

Lupe Fiasco Thought About Committing Suicide While Making His Latest Album "To Keep From Killing Someone Else"

Lupe Fiasco has put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into his upcoming 'Lasers' album.

The project was once rejected by his label Atlantic, he tried getting released from the label, fans organized a rally/boycott to get the album put out, now finally, on March 8, it will see the light of day.

There are still some battle scars left on the Chicago rapper, even if you can't see them.

In a recent interview with Details, Lupe talks about contemplating suicide while trying to get this album out. He even raps about it on the song "Beautiful Lasers."

"If you feel like you don't want to be alive, you feel just like I am," he raps.

A lot of his frustration stemmed from the fact Atlantic wanted him him to be something he's not. Trying to force poppy, syrupy records that might be fine for other artists but not Lupe down his throat.

"The creation of Lasers was a very painful, dark, f*cked-up process," he says. Adding that he definitely thought about suicide if only to prevent himself from "from killing somebody else,"

Creatively, Lupe knows his limits and what he's capable of musically even after Atlantic rejected his album initially for not being pop enough, he stayed on course.

"I don't know how to do what Kanye does," he says "I don't have that Midas touch."

He does however have the ability to make great songs that his fans enjoy.

Kanye West- Blame Game

BLAME GAME from yonie.ethiopian.love on Vimeo.

In The Spirit Of Black History Month: Lupe Fiasco, Estelle, B.o.B & Janelle "Game Changers" (Part 3)

Eyekon Clothing – FINZ shirt

Posted this shirt before, but here it goes again in case you missed it the first time around, which was last year. Couple sizes left, and its on sale for $12.00. Click below to purchase…

Lupe Fiasco & Sway Freestyle For DJ Semtex

Its officially official, Rick Ross signs Maybach Music Group deal with Warner Music

Well, the rumors can be put to an end and can now see a light of confirmed reality. Rick Ross has chosen to take his Maybach Music Group imprint to Warner Music Group. What this means for the squad of artists, only time will tell. But here’s the word from the Boss’ mouth via Twitter. Congrats Rick.

Kanye West - All Of The Lights ft. Rihanna, Kid Cudi

Lupe Fiasco ft John Legend - Never Forget You

Lupe Fiasco Lasers Tracklist

On March 8th, these are the 12 titles that you will see on Lupe Fiasco’s third album, Lasers. Hopefully it sounds as good as it looks.

01. Letting Go (Feat. Sarah Green)
02. Words I Never Said (Feat. Skylar Grey)
03. Till I Get There
04. I Don’t Wanna Care Right Now (Feat. MDMA)
05. Out Of My Head (Feat. Trey Songz)
06. The Show Goes On
07. Beautiful Lasers, (Two Ways) (Feat. MDMA)
08. Coming up (Feat. MDMA)
09. State Run Radio (Feat. Matt Mahaffey)
10. Break The Chain (Feat. Eric Turner & Sway)
11. All Black Everything
12. Never Forget You (Feat. John Legend)

Cee-Lo Green - Bodies

Rick Ross - Ashes To Ashes

Eyekon Clothing

Eyekon Clothing has grown into a multi-faceted business that offers a variety of quality products and services such as Design, Printing, T-shirts (Silk Screening, Direct to Garment, Embroidery, etc…), Flyers, Post Cards, Brochures, Portfolios, Signs, Banners, Business Cards, and much more. It isn’t just a brand name, but a real business with real individuals creating real solutions.
Here’s two small samples of their line. Available online by clicking below, or in person at Solefly Boutique in South Miami.

Wale confirms his signing to Maybach Music Group

It took about two months to finally get confirmation, but Wale has officially signed with Rick Ross and them. However, Wale is still associated with Roc Nation on the management side, that partnership remains unaffected by this new signing. It should be an interesting couple of months to see and how and what comes about from Wale’s new 305 supported system.

Luke for Mayor???

Yep, I guess he was serious. That or he’s really mind f*ckin us right now to keep his name fresh and buzzin’ in the world of relevancy. This is this week’s cover of the Miami New Times. He’s got my vote.

PHOTOS – The latest photos of the new Marlins Stadium’s progress..... WASTE OF MONEY!!!

Unnecessary ass stadium. All that money could most definitely go elsewhere. But that’s whole ‘nother topic. Photos via Riptide.

Mahvee Clothing’s “Black History Month” t-shirt release

Locally based Mahvee Clothing releases their new “Black History Month Tee”. Selling on their online store for $30. Click below to purchase.

Lil Wayne – Green & Yellow (Freestyle)

Nike, Jordan Brand, and Converse Celebrate Black History Month’s 35th Anniversary

We have seen bits and pieces of the this collection over the last few weeks, but Nike has officially unveiled the full line-up for their Black History Month collection. The collection includes pieces from Nike Basketball, Nike Sportswear, Converse and Jordan Brand, inspired by its most iconic and pioneering athletes – Kobe Bryant, Julius “Dr. J” Erving, and Michael Jordan. The models were worn by athletes from 26 teams playing 13 games last night in honor of Martin Luther Kings, Jr.
The Converse Star Player will be available at Converse specialty stores, select retailers nationwide, and Converse.com; whereas the Air Force 1, NSW Destroyer jacket and NSW Dri-FIT tee will be available at Nike Sportswear at 21 Mercer and select Nike Sportswear retailers nationwide starting February 12, 2011.
The Nike Zoom Kobe VI and the Air Jordan III will be available in NikeTown stores, select retailers nationwide starting February 26, 2011.

Black History Month 2011 Collection

Black History Month 2011 Collection Zoom Kobe VI

Black History Month 2011 Collection Air Force 1 Premium

Black History Month 2011 Collection Air Force 1 Premium

Black History Month 2011 Collection Air Force 1 Premium

Black History Month 2011 Collection Air Jordan 3 Retro

Black History Month 2011 Collection Air Jordan 3 Retro

Black History Month 2011 Collection Air Jordan 3 Retro

Black History Month 2011 Collection

Black History Month 2011 Collection Destroyer Jacket

Black History Month 2011 Collection Destroyer Jacket

Black History Month 2011 Collection Destroyer Jacket

Black History Month 2011 Collection Star Player EV Mid

Black History Month 2011 Collection Star Player EV Mid

Black History Month 2011 Collection Star Player EV Mid

Black History Month 2011 Collection Zoom Kobe VI Pair

Black History Month 2011 Collection NIke Family

Black History Month 2011 Collection Converse_Family

Black History Month 2011 Collection Jordan Family

Air Jordan 7 “Bordeaux”

Jordan Brand really knows how to give the people what they want. Just when you think they can’t rile up the hungry masses again they go and pull out the Air Jordan 7 “Bordeaux” and make things interesting.
We all know what the shoes look like by now and the big question is do they live up to the standards they once set. The answer is a resounding yes with the Black/Light Graphite nubuck upper in full effect. The Bourdeaux tongue flies high and the plastic 23 heel emblem pulls it all together. The changes on this model are subtle if any and as April approaches surely there will be a more thorough comparison. Available now on eBay.
Air Jordan 7 “Bordeaux
Black/Light Graphite-Bordeaux
304775-003
April  2011
$150

Air Jordan 7 “Bordeaux”

Air Jordan 7 “Bordeaux”

Air Jordan 7 “Bordeaux”

Air Jordan 7 “Bordeaux”

Air Jordan 7 “Bordeaux”

Air Jordan 7 “Bordeaux”

SNEAKERS :: Air Jordan 5 Premio “Bin 23″

Since the Air Jordan 2011′s are hideous as hell, I guess we have nothing to look forward to this year except tons and tons of retro releases. And here are the Air Jordan 5 Premio “Bin 23″, which will be out sometime in 2011. But if you want to get your hands on ‘em early, well, you can be a hefty premium over OSneaker if you want them that bad. Spotted at IMF.

Yo sneakerheads

The Air Jordan XI Concords, which are like the holy grail of all sneakers to a lot of sneakerheads – has been confirmed to be released later this year. Much in the same fashion that the Space Jams took over Christmas of ’09. And as the Cool Greys took over Christmas of 2010. Sneakerheads, give thanks.