Makeshift Live @ Leimert Park (Video)

MAKESHIFT LIVE @ LEIMERT PARK 3/16/2010 from AJ Walker on Vimeo.

Here’s a clip of Makeshift rocking a show in Leimert Park! I wish I could’ve been there, but I’m sure I’ll see him perform again. Keep rising fam!

Just Wright (Trailer)

JUST WRIGHT stars Queen Latifah as Leslie Wright, a straight shooting physical therapist who gets the gig of a lifetime working with NBA All-Star Scott McKnight (Common). All is going well until Leslie finds herself falling for Scott, forcing her to choose between the gig of a lifetime and the tug-of-war inside her heart.

Pac Div feat. The Cool Kids – Shut Up (Video)

I’ve been waiting for this video to come out for a while now. The original track didn’t feature Mike and Chuck, but here it is!!!

Defam|Nation x Life Of Villains Collaboration

Defam|Nation’s first collaboration effort with Seattle based brand Life Of Villains. A concept that brings forth the honourable tribute to those who came up with a covert sense yet gained respect though out the community for the generosity they have returned. Roll out the black carpet. Available in both a tee and crewneck, and as always very limited.

Drops this Friday. More details to follow.
www.lifeofvillains.com
http://www.defamnation.com/

Look of the Week: Chris Rich

Chris Rich

Producer

Cardigan Sweater: H&M

Peacoat : H&M

Jeans: H&M

Collard Shirt and Tie: H&M

Shoes: ALDO

Favorite Brands :Gucci & ALDO

“I’d say my style describes my lifestyle.  i want the very best in everything and i like to stand out .I’d also say i’m a very coordinated individual when it comes to my outfits. I’m probably the only guy who matches his socks with his underwear lol  “

Daygodreamteam.com coming soon

Editors Pick: Track Of The Week 5

This week I’m bringing it back to the West Coast (four finger up & two twisted in the middle w/my locs on & my chucks strong *starts c-walking). If you were born and raised on the West Coast, then when it comes to music you know not to leave this legend out of the loop, David Blake, a.k.a. DJ Quik (Mc and Producer) is back at it again with his upcoming project: The Book Of David. It’s been about 5 solid years since he’s put out a solo album, but his most recent work lies between collaborations with The Fixxers back in 2007 (Midnight Life) and Kurupt in 2009 (BlaQKout).

This Weeks Editors Pick: Track of the week goes to “Nobody” – Dj Quik featuring Pomona’s own Suga Free (While you Bullshittin’ !!!) which is the first leak off The Book Of David. The production on this gets a thumbs up, well honestly, Quiks production has always made me move even when I didn’t want to. Suga Free’s delivery always makes me laugh, and his lyrics = Jokes ! To be simply put, it’s ‘a feel good’ track. The end of the track is my favorite, download and you’ll see why!

There is no set date on when The Book Of David will be released, just keep looking back for more information here on The Rise.

Tokidoki x Hello Kitty Spring 2010 Collab

In one way or another, I kinda expected this to happen sooner or later. Guess later is the victor. Check out a few pieces spot on the Tokidoki blog.

Lady Gaga feat. Beyonce – Telephone (video)

all I can say about this video that it is out there…lol…enjoy

Editors Pick: Track Of The Week 4

“I did it overnight, it couldn’t happen any quicker
Y’all know them? Well, fuck it, me either
But point the biggest skeptic out, I’ll make him a believer
It wouldn’t be the first time I done it, throwin’ hundreds
When I should be throwin’ ones, bitch, I run it”

It is week four of Editors Pick: Track Of The Week and thus far, I have chosen tracks from albums that have a release date set for the month of March. Although previously released and posted, this weeks pick is “Over” by Drake Produced by Boi-1da and Al Khaaliq. ” If this track doesn’t show his growth as an artist, then I don’t know what to tell you and I can’t wait for that to reflect in the album. “So Far Gone” killed the mixtape game (being that it was better than most peoples albums), so DO NOT attempt to dig up someone else’s name who has been nominated for a Grammy without an album because IT HASN’T HAPPENED. History in the making, true story. Not everyones a fan, just give respect and props to where it is due and I’ll let you slide. I can hear the critics now, ha-ha !

Well on another note, “Thank Me Later” hits stores March 30th and of course we are all looking forward to it. The artwork has yet to be released, however there is a possible cover (not yet confirmed) that has been making its way through internet waves. The final track list has not made it through either, but there are a few confirmed tracks that will give you an idea what he’s working with below:

“Afrika Boombatta” (feat. Lil Wayne)
“Fireworks” (Produced by Crada & Noah “40″ Shebib)
“Light Up” (feat. Jay-Z) (Produced by Tone Mason & Noah “40″ Shebib)
“Over” (Produced by Boi-1da & Al Khaaliq) — 3:56
“Shut It Down” (feat. The-Dream) (Produced by Omen & Noah “40″ Shebib)
“The Two” (feat. K-os)

MCQ Alexander McQueen Gingham Bomber Jacket

A dope dedication to the dearly departed Alexander Mcqueen. KILLER!

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