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Jay Rock gives us His " Good Kid, Mad City"

By @doogiedoesit

Ite so boom, I know you not really supposed to give reviews so soon after music drops… But I’ma do it regardless.

This project from TDE’s Jay Rock slaps. I was already rocking with Jay’s singles “Win” & “The Bloodiest.” His singles are always well received I believe, but seldom do the projects hit with this same energy. But I think this is it.

Random, but “For What it’s Worth” gives me Take Care vibes, maybe I’m wildin.

I think this project will cause niggahs to become a slave to the moment. Start tweeting “Jay Rock better than Kendrick” and wild shit like that. But by the time I got to the 5th track, I realized I played each song back at least twice - so I’m definitely retweeting the foolishness. It transitions very well, from song to song.

Jay Rock delivers a project that is fun, but also filled with content. He is a great mix of all his rapper label mates. There are songs that give me Schoolboy Q, Ab-Soul, and Kendrick. He doesn’t copy them, but he definitely displays he can bang with them in their pockets.

This album with 13 songs stands out from the current 7-song experimenting at good music.

I find 13 a comfortable number. While Ye trying to sell everyone on this 7-track layout, Jay Rock format hits with quality and longevity. I’m lowkey writing this shit as I’m listening to it and son “Tap Out” is fire. For some reason, I imagine this song easily being done by 112 and Loon on some Bad Boy shit. This lowkey could be a summer vibe. It has a lot of the makings of a very well put-together project. There is a song for every type of listener.

Would I be wild to say TDE is a better label than Good Music in regards to music, talent, and rollout? @ me if you want talk about it.

In all - I’m fucking with this project. I’m hoping we still get a Black Hippie Album, especially with the arrival of Jay Rock to the masses. We’ll See.

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The Internet is Ruined

Is The Internet Ruined ?

I can remember a time when it was a ritual within itself to access the internet. When dial up connection was the key to freedom and you knew the sound of freedom as it screeched along through the process, the internet was still very fresh in the minds of many. We went from seeing the basic purposes and limitations of the internet to this omnipresent entity so powerful nations can fall by night for what lies deep in the crevices of the all knowing internet. We have seen countless leaks of information and misuse of the edges it reaches, in regards to privacy and the consumer. You can learn who someone is, will be, and once was with the right amount of redirection and clicking of sites. What started as a means of connection and accessibility to information, people, and overall resources, has evolved into a social deity, on top of an enabler for the vices and virtues of the masses.

Growing up in the 90’s, while still being a toddler, the fears of internet dominance and getting lost in the electric sauce were major concerns. These concerns still managed to echo into modern day still raise questions in my mind of how far off from this we are. I wonder if we have fallen to all the fears but in different capacities. I can’t avoid the Internet. I too rely on some of the convenience it offers, but that doesn’t mean I ignore the annoyance it creates. From a Twitter fueled president trying to be cool to the excessive self helping meme guides, the internet has become a circus. More than keeping up to date on what is popular and ever-changing in this world, there is a sense of social unconsciousness brewing. The endless advertisements and suggestions, like TV commercials off the home shopping network, try to sell me something related to a google search from less than 20 mins ago make me wonder if I’m the only one noticing these changes. Being the Sun and the shadow it casts is the current role the internet has taken on in its growth, because of its omnipresence.

Speaking of shadows, do people still acknowledge the “Dark Web”? A place that people go to for everything illegal while still doing the daily routine of surfing the web, I can learn to bake cookies and order knock off Goyard bags from the same source. Like a subpar Spider-Man that can’t make it outside (too soon?), I learned of the internet’s multiple heroes as hackers and vigilantes exposed atrocities. There are many instances of the internet used as a platform for directing focus into and highlighting the intimate details of someone’s life, social issues and just raising good questions. Ever wonder the number of your favorite celebrity, The process of leaking information no one outside of the individual in question should have access to should raise questions.

The internet sounds pretty raw, at this point. I could’ve easily mentioned the virtues of building families, businesses and opportunities for those that may not have the accessibility, but that’s the easy praise for an entity that is responsible for running 90% of the processes our parents would do for themselves (including dating). I see career advice, love advice, and financial security quotes all over. It isn’t hard to say the internet has been tainted as day in day out, there are more of us added to its endless banks of information. I don’t feel entitled or privileged to know how to use the internet, because I can’t seem to understand how we let MySpace die (and that was rooting in coding).

We went from building sites to struggling with the newest algorithms of Instagram, and don’t get me started on these shop at every second features. I feel a sigh of relief being let out each day a pop-up is blocked. I feel like we are slowly being pulled into an involuntary codependence that we will not benefit from. I don’t have to go outside, so long as I have internet connection, I can love my bed and my momma, (and anything else the internet is aware of) while having everything else delivered. If only we took more time to discuss the internet instead of using it, we would know how to handle it. The problem is the internet made it acceptable to avoid each other hiding behind facades and opinions. We saved the internet with waves of innovative ideas throwing ourselves years into the future, but we let the internet ruin us because it grew from a secondary resource to what seems like the only source. I’d never believe in such a short time, the internet could go from savior to electronic satan selling a prominent future we all will get swept up in.

Vinston N. Jean-Simon

@Call_me_vince

Bask in Manhattan

Bask with The Brand: Kid Bully

KidBully, established in 2013, is a highly inclusive clothing brand that perpetuates an urban aesthetic throughout New York City. They’ve made a name for themselves in the streetwear scene and they are expanding rapidly. KidBully isn’t exclusive to a specific collective, making their brand and clothing accessible to all individuals despite race, age, gender, or orientation. KidBully and Bask share a similar purpose in regard to existing and self-expression; they accept and reinforce all forms of art and creativity despite personal interests. KidBully has established themselves locally through their aesthetic and tenacity and they plan to capitalize on this growth internationally.

They will be with us Basking in Queens April 7th.

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Bask New York x Art Start

As part of Bask New York’s #BaskInEveryBorough initiative, we’ve partnered with an NYC org that has been in every borough for almost 25 years. Art Start was created by artists to give an outlet, nurture, and guidance to homeless children in the city. Now, the organization has transformed into “a student-centered approach to education” for at-risk youth in the boroughs.

As society advances, it’s important to change the methods of interaction and development within our communities—especially if these communities have been systematically pushed into less fortunate circumstances. By teaming up with Art Start, Bask’s objective is to build engagement and awareness with both their mission and our communities.

But we’ll be doing a bit more than just promoting awareness. Bask will be financially engaging with Art Start. One method will be through ticket sales. A portion of tickets sales will go to Art Start. Another way we’ll be contributing is through t-shirt sales. We will be selling BaskxQueens tees online at the venue for $25. 20% of those proceeds from each shirt will be donated to Art Start as well.

So join us and party with a cause. Be “Oochie Wallie” and “One Mic.” Bask.

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John Gatta Previews His 2018 & More With @theundere5timated

Staten Island is Home to some of the most lyrical rappers of all time. Method Man, RZA, Raekwon The Chef and countless others have been holding the Island down for some time now, but John Gatta is here to bring a new sound and energy to New York’s rap scene.

Gatta describes his sound as “trap”, but he doesn’t make that traditional trap music we’ve grown to enjoy over the past few years. He makes what he calls, luxury rap, and gutta trap. You can see examples of this in his two new records “Deserve It”, and “For Real”.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsweJ_U6CO4

“For Real” is a record off his EP Blood Ties. It’s about keeping it 100, and doing what he has to do for his brothers and his family. Gatta wrote this record in 15 minutes, but I wasn’t surprised seeing as how his topic matter is so serious to him. Some of his biggest influences to him are Lil Wayne, and Tupac, and with songs like these you can definitely hear that. Gatta explains that he got his confidence and ability to be vocal from Pac, and he got his work ethic and his grind from Wayne. He’s recorded over 200 songs, and he’s gearing up to drop some heat in the coming weeks.

The project Hyenas is set to drop December 28th, and he treated it almost like his diary. Hyenas is real Gutta, Gritty, and aggressive. The project has been done for a year, but he waited for the right time to give this one to the streets.

John Gatta is anticipating a big 2018. Hyenas is only a teaser. He’s dropping a bigger project early next year called Never Go Against The Family that he’s anticipates will hit the streets hard. Gatta is dedicated to his music, and working with other Staten Island artists. He’s looking for New York artists to come together so we can be on top of the rap game once again. Keep your eyes open for John Gatta. Be sure to follow him on Instagram @jeanxli, and go listen to Hyenas, or December 28th.

-Darrel Kidd @theundere5timated / @fleetographer on IG

Down & Clout

What is Clout?

Everyone who is everyone or at least trying to be someone uses the term – Clout. It has become the official replacement of ‘swag.’ As lame as that actually sounds, it’s true. For the literal folks, I’ve provided a few definitions starting from Merriam-Webster and ending with Urban Dictionary.

clout

\ ˈklau̇t \

noun

1. A heavy blow with the hand or a hard object:

When she didn’t return with his money, she would get a ruthless clout across her face from her pimp, Jerome. (Did I go too far? haha)

2. Baseball. A long hit, especially an extra-base hit:

A hard clout to deep center field drove in the winning run for the Yankees.

3. Archery. A shot that hits the mark, especially in long-distance shooting.

4. Any worthless pieces of cloth; rag

5. Informal. Pull; strong influence; muscle, especially political power:

A talented rapper with clout at Def Jam Records attended the sold out Brooklyn fundraiser.

6. Someone with swag, dope as hell; being famous, mainly having influence; have power, fame, money, influence, style, respect, followers:

I’m going to link up with Max on Saturday because he has hella clout at this industry party.

Since we’re all on the same page, let me share 5 ways to obtain this so-called clout that everyone desperately wants.

1. Be Yourself, Playa!

Luckily, we live in a generation where everyone is accepted – even if you’re Black, emo, and currently living in Wisconsin. There is a fan club for everyone! So no need to mold yourself to fit a persona you could never really live up to. Plus it feels amazing to know that you are liked by others for genuinely being YOU. Don’t go out of your way to impress people with shit you’d never do/wear/represent. Choose your online content wisely. You want to post things that are you while making sure it represents the BEST you.

2. Throw on a Smile and Be Friendly :)

Alot of people skip this step - so small yet so important. Be nice to the people who support, admire, love and inspire you. That means answer your damn DMs, respond to comments, show love at the parties, exchange info., and get connected. It’s so simple yet exhausting! I know there are days when you just want to throw yourself in the trash, but showing face at someone’s event, attending a networking event or even just meeting up with new people for a little while can drastically increase your clout. You never know who’s watching you.

3. The Focus: Find Your Niche

What do your interests lie? What compilations of things make-up your character? And do these things/people reflect my personality? These are things you need to be asking yourself before you post on social media, interact with certain crowds and/or take on gigs. Everything you do, post and sign up for is a reflection of who you are. Why do you think these dog, baby and barbie Instagram accounts have flourished and the people behind them are banking. It’s consistency people! It’s the key! Sell a piece of your soul and stick to it!

4. Be Apart Of The Conversation

This should be the easy as you all seem to have opinions. If you woke up that morning and the same news is flooding your timeline and texts, that means it’s important. What better way to get views and reach new people than to share your opinion on trending topics. I would warn you and say stay away from politics unless it’s FUCK TRUMP, but it’s all you! Just be sure to be ON POINT with the memes. Be apart of the internet’s fuckery.

5. Interact

Find out who’s who in your community, reach out and start talking. Just because you don’t have clout doesn’t mean you can’t make friends with the people who have it. Take and post pictures with them, attend events with them, meet their clouty friends -- just refrain from getting all starry-eyed. If you manage to leave a good impression, you’ll be in the IN CROWD sooner than expected.

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The Who's Who of Streetwear Fashion

Supreme, Bape, and Off-White are some of the most popular streetwear brands on the market right now, but there are a few brands that fly a bit under the radar to the everyday hype beast. So take a break from those Supreme box logos, and Bape camo hoodies and take a look at a few brands who you may or may not have heard of or seen.

Vetements

To start off the conversation we have Vetements a brand based out of Paris that is taking the fashion world by storm. Before debuting the brand in 2014, Vetements lead designer, Gvsalia, got his experience in design from working as the Senior Designer for Louis Vuitton under fashion legend's that include names like Marc Jacobs. He also worked for Maison Martin Margiela (racked.com). You can see in many pieces that his design experience is very vast. For example, the latter part of 2016 saw the release of one of Vetements most popular garments: a track suit in collaboration with the classic brand Champion. The long track stripe running off of the end of the sleeve is such a unique detail, and no one has seen anything like this before. This suit has been seen on celebrities like Offset of the Migos, Teyana Taylor, Hailey Baldwin, and Kendall Jenner. Now Vetements isn't geared towards the light pocketed individual. Prices on pieces from this brand range from $350 t-shirts, to $5,500 jackets; but prices aside, this brand is definitely killing the streetwear world.

Public School

Public School is a New York based brand created by Dao-Yi Chow, and Maxwell Osborne. These two designers got their start working for Diddy at Sean Jean (Chow the brands VP of Marketing, and Osborne an intern turned designer) learning how to run a fashion company and design clothing that is ahead of its time; and Public School is just that, ahead of its time (racked.com). Elongated uppers, and tapered bottoms are amongst some of the most popular pieces the brand has to offer. Public School is one of the few brands to collaborate with the iconic Jordan Brand. The first sneaker we saw from this collab was the Air Jordan 12 which was redone in a very nice grey suede instead of the tumbled and smooth leathers that we’re all used to. Recently these two brands came together once again on another Air Jordan model, the Jordan XV (15). Public School continues to push the limits of what you can do in streetwear with both sneakers and fashion, and I'm excited to see where the brand goes from here.

Human Made / CPFM

These two brands were arguably made popular by the fashion GAWD himself, Pharrell Williams. Cactus Plant Flea Market (CPFM) is a brand designed by Cynthia Lu, a former complex intern who also worked alongside Skateboard P on his Billionaire Girls Club, and i am OTHER sub-brands. This brand is pretty simplistic, but it’s celebrity co-signs, and store collaborations have really brought it into the forefront of fashion nationwide. CPFM has collaborated with Dover Street Market’s New York location, and has been seen on celebrities like Kanye West, Travis Scott, Big Sean, and Tyler the Creator (Complex.com). CPFM is sure to continue to grow in the coming seasons, so look out for their funky and stylish garments.

Human Made, another brand co-signed by Pharrell, is designed by none other than fashion icon, Nigo. Any streetwear aficionado recognizes Nigo from his iconic brand Bape, but he’s taken fashion in a new direction with Human Race. Where Bape is very bold and full of different colors and prints, Human Made seems to be the exact opposite. It features a lot more toned down, simple, but classic looking pieces that include Varsity Cardigans, Coaches Jackets, and simple graphic tee’s. Nigo’s transition from Bape to Human Made seems to mimic his evolution in fashion. He’s gone from bright colors and bold camo designs to a very toned down, selvedge, “work wear” type of look that is definitely in right now.

These are just a few of the popular streetwear brands out right now. Like I said every streetwear “aficionado” (hype beast) wants to talk about Supreme, Bape and Stone Island, but I encourage you to explore the brands mentioned, and others. Some brands fly under people’s radar, like Noah NYC or Bianca Chandon, but others like Ralph Lauren and Guess are making a comeback this year with new capsule collections that get older fashion crowd hype. Streetwear is going in a great direction. A lot of brands seem to be taking over for the 9-9’s and the 2000’s with the different collections that have been dropping, but putting a very current 2017 twist on it. The culture when it comes to street fashion is booming. Who will be the next brand to reach the spotlight?

#Supreme #Bape #Stone Island #Off-White #Vetements #Ralph Lauren #Cactus Plant Flea Market #Pharrell Williams #Pharrell #Nigo #Human Made #Public School #Diddy #Bianca Chandon #Noah NYC #streetwear

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