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Let’s hear it for NEW YORK!!!
Every one’s going to talk about this album just because it’s Jay Z lol, but I’m writing about this because I lost my s*** when I heard Blueprint III! Just LOST IT!
“Ten #1 albums in a row, who better than me/Only the Beatles/Nobody ahead of me”Now I know everyone will say they did too, but my situation is totally different from yours. lol. I liked Jay Z …I mean I thought he was dope but I wasn’t falling all over myself to hear his music. calm down I know better now lol
So when I heard he was dropping Blueprint III I wasn’t all that excited.. Then, someone called me, and DEMANDED that I listen to it, so I decided to give it a try, and gave it 3 songs to impress me… I went in expecting Jay Z, you know, the clever way he puts words together but still maintains his gangster.,, the famous Jay Z chuckle… Okay To be completely honest I thought I was gonna hear the same ish, lol, and that people were just excited coz “Jay-Z” is dropping another album.
Especially after he’s BEEN saying he was going to retire! (but we’re not mad at him), anyway, I LOST IT. I listened to it and I lost it. I was replaying songs over from Track 1! lol, you can imagine how long it took me to get through it… and once I got through it, I hit REPEAT ALL.
I like rap…well I like some rap, they gotta be saying some clever, smart, and unpredictable ish for me to like the song/album. Sometimes that stuff’s entirely too aggressive for me *smiles and blushes* I’m a lady 🙂 lol
But Jay Z?? He’s on a WHOLE OTHER LEVEL. Blueprint III is THOROUGH from beginning to end. I don’t even know how to review this album. I can’t seem to find the words, so I won’t even try but it’s “F**kin’ Awesome/ Applaud him!”
J.Cole???? “the flows cold/ as a shoulder of a gold digging hoe’s/ when a broke n-gga approaches/told ya I’m focused man/I’ll let y’all muthf-ckers soak it in” lol loves it! Watch out for this guy!
Jay-Z kept it 100 on this album, no holds barred!
Get yourself a copy, download it whatever just get it!Who said Hip Hop was dead???
*kisses!*
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Just In Case You Missed It!
Love, Love LOVEDDDDD this performance… with all the drama of the night it was a great way to conclude the evening in a major way!!! I got goose bumps!!! One thing though… I’ll put the question out there, as it seems to still be unanswered, and based on my twitter fam still blasting out the “#lilmamais”… WTF was lil mama doing on-stage @ the end!!! If you look around 5:33 on this video it looks like Jigga looks at her like “wtf are u DOING up here” and then brushes her off when he walks up front to Alicia… either way… WTF!!! -
TEDxTO TIFF opening weekend!
Finish financials. Shower. Suit it up. Head out. TEDxTO. King Street. Let’s roll.
That was the progression of my evening last Friday. I ended up checking out the TEDxTO launch party hosted by Julian Brass with NotableTV.
Although initially a bit cliquey, it ended up being a great mix of people, fashion, and atmosphere – held at Brassaii down on King Street. Dress code was in full effect, ambient house music was playing and people eventually ended up mingling and enjoying the night.
A couple things I initially noticed. First – Fashion. It’s finally arrived. Although it may only be for a few weeks it’s great – people at the event were actually dressed well. Can we keep it rolling for a few more weeks past TIFF? I’d love it to stay that way.Second – Networking. I believe Toronto needs work on networking. Reminds me of the Coors Light commercial that was promptly ripped down in Vancouver – Colder Than Most People From Toronto. The people at the event ended up being great – but initially I found there was hesitation to meet new people and actually network. I am the only one who notices this?
For those of you who don’t know, TED is a conference of the best and brightest minds in the world. Nobel peace prize winners, cutting edge scientists, writers, educators, political leaders and entrepreneurs all grace the stage at some point. Although the event cost is somewhere in the 1000’s of dollars, you can view every presentation – generally 15 to 30 minutes – online for FREE! I’d definitely recommend you check it out.
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Humanity for All
What do Usher, Christina Milian, Eric Benet, Mary J Blige, Tori Spell and Yvonne Kai have in common?? Humanity knows.
Ever since my homies at HumanityForAll annointed me with my very own bracelet in black, I have become a better person with a bracelet that reminds me to be…
Humanity for All @ MAGICI’m not even joking! I look down and it reminds me to give back, accept diversity, come together, pave the path, make a difference. What you wear affects you and the people around you. Usually I have something cute, loud and bright but some statement jewelry whispers at your soul. This is one of those.
I haven’t taken it off since I got it and I don’t plan it. It’s leather and beautiful – So many people have asked me about it in school, at events and everywhere I go.
“If you stand for nothing, you fall for everything”
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Free is good
FOR THE LOVE OF FILM
FREE EVENTS IN THE HEART OF THE CITY
A street-level hub for the world’s favourite public film festival! Everyone is invited to celebrate this year’s Festival by attending our free outdoor programming, including a series of free screenings dedicated to the art of cinema, live at Yonge-Dundas Square.
Opening Night: Thursday, Sept. 10
12:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: I’m Your Man
Preceded by shorts: POEN, Tony Dekker at Spadina Subway Station and The Poet’s Home
3:00PM – TIFF Shhh! Silent Film Series: Steamboat Bill Jr.
7:00PM – Live satellite feed from the Roy Thomson Hall red carpet for the Opening Night Gala Presentation of Creation
9:00PM – TIFF YDS Spotlight: Opening Night concert by DJ Champion, hosted by Canadian soprano Measha Brueggergosman
Friday, Sept. 11
12:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series:Shut Up & Sing
Preceded by shorts: Neighbors, Serena Ryder at the Dakota Tavern and Crickets
3:00PM – TIFF Shhh! Silent Film Series: 20000 Leagues Under The Sea
6:30PM – Suck Spotlight ft.: featuring The Burning Brides and Canadian legends Blue Peter with guest appearances from stars of the rock’n’roll vampire comedy screening as part of the 2009 Festival
9:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars
Preceded by shorts:Juke – Bar, Danko Jones at Maple Leaf Gardens and Jaffawiye
Saturday, Sept. 12
12:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: The Harder They Come
Preceded by shorts:Getting Started, Devine Brown at The Rex and Bleach
2:00PM – tiff.kids Zone: offering fun for children of all ages, including face-painting, green-screen activities and more
4:00PM – Precious Showcase ft. Sapphire
6:00PM – Survival Of The Dead – Toronto Zombie Walk (commencing at 3:00pm from Alexandra Park)
7:00PM – Special Presentation: George Romero Citizen of Toronto & Canada
Sunday, Sept. 13
12:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: Woodstock
Preceded by shorts:Street Musique, Geddy Lee at Massey Hall and Washing Machine, Sewing Machine
5:30PM – Bleachers open for the Whip It Spotlight roller-derby exhibition featuring stars from the film and the Toronto Roller Derby League
9:00PM – The Topp Twins Spotlight with hosted by comedian Elvira Kurt
Monday, Sept. 14
12:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: Stop Making Sense
Preceded by shorts:Lonely Boy, Woodhands at The Brick Works and From The City To The Forest
3:00PM – TIFF Shhh! Silent Film Series: The Busher
9:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: North American Premiere – The Neil Young Trunk Show hosted by director Jonathan Demme
Tuesday, Sept. 15
12:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: Monterey Pop
Preceded by shorts:Toronto Jazz, Sarah Slean at The Rovoli and Questions Of A Dead Worker
3:00PM – TIFF Shhh! Silent Film Series: Robin Hood
7:00PM – Hipsters Spotlight: swing-dance lessons followed by a concert at 9 p.m. featuring Aelita with the Galaxy All-Star Orchestra in honour of the Russian musical screening as part of the Festival’s Vanguard programme
9:00PM – Hipsters Showcase: Concert: Aelita with the Galaxy All-Star Orchestra
Wednesday, Sept. 16
12:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: The Last Waltz
Preceded by shorts:Ready When You Are, Laura Barrett with Martin Tielli at the AGO and Bloomfield or a Memory Bank
3:00PM – TIFF Shhh! Silent Film Series: Tillie’s Punctured Romance
9:00PM – The National Ballet of Canada’s preview presentation of the latest production from Aszure Barton in celebration of the Festival’s screening of Mao’s Last Dancer
Thursday, Sept. 17
12:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: U2: Rattle & Hum
Preceded by shorts: cNote, Lioness at the Masonic Temple and Gershon
3:00PM – TIFF Shhh! Silent Film Series: It
9:00PM – Performance, rock show, installation and film screening: BAND, by cutting-edge New York artist Adam Pendleton, refashions Sympathy for the Devil, Jean-Luc Godard’s 1968 cinematic paean to the Rolling Stones and the Black Panthers, into a contemporary art happening that places the celebrated indie art-rock/post-punk band Deerhoof at the centre of the action. This event is presented as part of Future Projections.
Friday, Sept. 18
12:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: Don’t Look Back
Preceded by shorts:Glenn Gould – On The Record, Jason Collett at Paul’s Boutique and Weitzman #10
3:00PM – TIFF Shhh! Silent Film Series: Grandma’s Boy
6:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: world premiere of American Masters featuring Joan Baez: How Sweet the Sound, followed by an appearance and short concert by Joan Baez herself
Closing Night: Saturday, Sept. 19
12:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: Truth Or Dare
Preceded by shorts: Meet Gisele, Care Failure at 102.1 The Edge and Killer Babe
7:00PM – TIFF Live In Concert Film Series: World Premiere of Copyright Criminals
9:00PM – Festival Wrap Party presented in Association with Future Projections and hosted by Chuck D, featuring the infectious improvised audiovisual mashups of Eclectic Method. The renowned trio will thrill film and music lovers with a video remix set incorporating clips from the films included in Essential 100, the opening show of TIFF Bell Lightbox. With special guest Clyde Stubblefield. - Uncategorized
Taylor baby
It’s the real world out there… and people like Kanye live there… It’s like a giant high school and there’s always gonna to be bullies. But in all fairness, it had nothing to do with you and it’s more about Kanye tryna show love to Beyonce and how much he hates MTV. That’s all. *muah*
Amber Rose is a martian. Embrace her
Woah.
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