SUPRA……….

It seems like there’s a never ending supply of hotness coming from Supra. Just when you thought that after so many nice releases you would be bound to see a bad one, Supra then hits you with another pair of really hot kicks. Here you have the Supra NS Trinity in a pure white colorway. We’re not sure what makes this all white shoe so great. Is it the crackled leather and the croc skin? Or is it the elegant style of these hi-tops? Maybe it’s a combination of both.  Anyhow, the shoes will retail for $210 and will be available at Supra dealers.

walkin’ down the block wit’ lights in my pocket….

DUDE IS AIGHT. BUT U GOTTA LOVE THE BEAT. AND OF COURSE ANYTHING HYPE WILLIAMS TOUCHES IS CLASSIC (something tells me hype spent about 2 dollars on this video and still manages to make it ART). ANYWAY THIS CAME OUT A YEAR AGO. NEVER BLEW UP. enjoy!
Fam-Lay (born Vernon N. Johnson Jr.)
is a rapper from Norfolk, Virginia. Signed to The Neptunes‘ Star Trak imprint, he first gained notoriety through several guest appearances he made on various Neptunes-related projects, including the Clipse’s debut album Lord Willin’ in 2002. He also later appeared on The Neptunes‘ compilation The Neptunes Present… Clones in 2003, which featured his song “Rock ‘N Roll.” Then in 2004 he had the single and video Rock N Roll (Remix)featuring Lil Flip. It gained heavy rotation on MTV Jams.

He planned to release his debut album, titled Traintogo, in March of 2004,^[1] through a joint venture between Star Trak and Def Jam Recordings. Unlike most NeptunesPharrell Williams and Chad Hugo handle almost all of the production duties, Traintogo was unique in that it was to feature production from outside producers, including Lil’ Jon and David Banner. Unfortunately, after suffering several delays, Traintogo failed to meet its scheduled release date. To further complicate matters, Fam-Lay’s deal with Def Jam fell through, and he was dropped from the label in July of 2004. Three years later, Traintogo still has yet to be released. helmed projects, where

He is currently wrapping up on the second iteration of Traintogo, re-e seen titled Dat Missile. The time has allowed him to re-tweak Dat Missile into a well crafted and solid effort. With 70% of the production done by The Neptunes, additional beats by DJ Toomp and guest spots from Three 6 Mafia, David Banner and the Clipse. Dat Missle was set to hit stores on October 25 via Star Trak/Interscope Records, but as yet to been released. Its first single is “Da Beeper Song,” produced by The Neptunes and the video was shot by Hype Williams.

Fam-Lay can be seen in a cameo shot in 2005’s Can I Have It Like That video with Pharrell. Also he can be seen sitting in front of a car in the Clipse’s music video ‘Mr. Me Too’. In 2005 Fam-Lay cut off his signature cornrows now sporting a low cut. Da Beeper Record Video shot by Hype Williams. The second single is called No Time 4 No’s with Pharrell and Clipse which is actually from Fam-Lay’s unreleased album Traintogo.

death of a playa…..

R.I.P. STATIC MAJOR

Stephen Garrett was born and raised in Louisville in a family of musicians. Growing up, he sang in the choir at his church, where his sister played piano, his mother was the musical director, and his father was the pastor.

As a member of Playa, Static began his musical career under the tutulage of Jodeci’s DeVante Swing, and formed kinships with fellow members of DeVante’s Swing Mob such as Missy Elliott,Timbaland, and Ginuwine. After the Swing Mob members parted company with DeVante, Static and the rest of Playa worked extensively as songwriters, co-producers, and background singers for their colleagues. Static was one of Ginuwine’s main songwriters, penning the lyrics to Timbaland-produced Ginuwine hits such as “Pony“, “What’s So Different”, and “So Anxious”.

Static also wrote much of Playa’s material when the group signed with Def Jam Records in the mid-1990s, including Playa’s 1998 hit single “Cheers 2 U” from the album of the same name. Also in 1998, Static wrote the lyrics for Aaliyah’s hit single “Are You That Somebody“. Following the success of “Are You That Somebody”, Static became Aaliyah’s main lyricist, and wrote many singles and album tracks for the singer. Static’s writing credits for Aaliyah included “Come Back in One Piece”, “We Need a Resolution“, “Rock the Boat“, “More Than a Woman“, and the number-one single “Try Again” from the 2000 film Romeo Must Die. During this period, Static also wrote for Nicole Wray (“Eyes Better Not Wander“) and Destiny’s Child (“Say My Name (Timbaland’s Remix)“) as well.

Aaliyah died in a plane crash in 2001, and Static went on to write for other artists; his later co-wriitng credits included Truth Hurts‘ “Addictive” and Brandy’s “Come as You Are”. Aside from his longtime association with Timbaland, Static also collaborated with producers Scott Storch, Dr. Dre, and Jazze Pha. In the mid-200s, Static worked with R&B group Pretty Ricky, R&B singer Tank, and appeared on David Banner’s 2004 single “Crank It Up”.

Static later signed to Blackground Records, label home of Aaliyah and Tank, as a solo artist. He died on February 25, 2008 in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. The cause of death is currently unclear, but it is thought that he may have died from a brain aneurysm

• 1996: “Pony” for Ginuwine
• 1998: “Cheers 2 U” for Playa
• 1998: “Are You That Somebody?” for Aaliyah
• 1998: “Same Ol’ G” for Ginuwine
• 1999: “Eyes Better Not Wander” for Nicole Wray
• 1999: “So Anxious” for Ginuwine
• 2000: “Say My Name (Timbaland’s Remix)” for Destiny’s Child
• 2000: “Try Again” for Aaliyah
• 2000: “Come Back In One Piece” for Aaliyah (featuring DMX)
• 2001: “We Need a Resolution” for Aaliyah
• 2001: “More Than a Woman” for Aaliyah
• 2002: “Addictive” for Truth Hurts
• 2002: “Don’t Know What to Tell Ya” for Aaliyah
• 2002: “Erica Kane” for Aaliyah
• 2004: “Come as You Are” for Brandy
• 2006: “Tell Me” for Diddy (featuring Christina Aguilera)
• 2007: “On the Hotline” for Pretty Ricky
• 2007: “Juicy” for Pretty Ricky

here’s one of my favorites “CHEERS TO YOU” produced by timbaland

RAISIN IN THE SUN “SILENT MOVIE”???

The Monday, February 25th ABC premier of the television adapted classic Raisin in the Sun started off on a very bad note. Or should I say a “silent one”! Millions of viewers watched in utter disbelief and confusion as background music and sound effects overshadowed the first 10-15 minutes of acting in the show. The only human beings who could possibly understand the actors dialogue were those who could read lips due to the fact that the words being said were inaudible.

Phones rang across America as people inquired whether or not their cable company initiated the problem. After much inquiry, it was obvious that it was ABC who had indeed made a huge blunder during one of the most prolific play’s depicting African-American struggle, strength, and sacrifice. How could this have happened? Why did it have to be a black show? What took ABC so long to fix the problem? Something like this never happens during Grey’s Anatomy! Well, as disappointed as many viewers were, ABC did finally fix the problem. They are lucky they did too. One can only imagine the outpour of complaints and outrages this type of mistake would have caused had it gone on for the entire show.

On a lighter note, the acting of Phylicia Rashad, Sanaa Lathan, and Audra McDonald were exceptional. There is no wonder that Rashad and McDonald both won Tony’s for their performances in the Broadway play with Lathan also being nominated. Sean Combs, believe it or not, wasn’t half bad and due to the level of talent surrounding him, it is obvious that he was forced to come with his A game. It was also good to see Bill Nunn. Most of you know him as Grady from School Days!
Although ABC damn near started a riot, all in all, the television-adapted rendition of Raisin in the Sun was a successful modern day showing of black pride and most importantly, black love!! -don-b