Muhammad Ali & Angelo Dundee: The Start Of Something Legendary

Everything Else
February 3, 2012 | J. Tinsley | 0 Comments

History usually never announces itself; it just happens. Steve Jobs or Bill Gates likely had no idea their passions would change the world. Michael Jordan just wanted to make his junior varsity team at one point. And Angelo Dundee merely had to get Muhammad Ali through his first professional fight.

Loosies: Esperanza Spalding Is Pro-Black, Eric Benet Loves Again & New Nina Sky

AUDIO February 3, 2012 | By TC | 1 Comment

As it seems to the naked eye, Esperanza Spalding has been meticiulously perfecting her second first impression since winning a Grammy for Best New Artist last year. She’s been living in a Radio Music Society and on March 20th, she’ll share it in its entirety [...]

So Fresh & So Clean: Andre 3000 Is A “Master Of Style” In Gillette’s New Ad Campaign

Everything Else February 3, 2012 | By Beware | 9 Comments

Obviously, André Three Stacks ain’t hurting for money. After all, he’s got a Diamond album, for Christ’s sake. Still, we’re kind of confused as to why the anti-social Outkast member has decided to take a role in this new Gillette commercial.

Memory Lane: Vintage Nike Ads

EDUTAINMENT February 3, 2012 | By Gotty™ | 11 Comments

Now that I’m older and able to put it all in perspective, my indoctrination into the shoe game occurred early in life. And, in a lot of ways, I have to blame my parents because they’re the ones who gave me [...]

Trae Tha Truth Feat. Big K.R.I.T., Jadakiss, J.Cole, Kendrick Lamar, B.o.B, Tyga, Gudda Gudda & Bun B – “I’m On 2.0″

AUDIO February 3, 2012 | By TC | 5 Comments

ABN’s fearless leader’s original version of “I’m On” played out like a blockbuster remix and it seemed like it was already at its apex with star power. Shame on anyone doubting the extent of Trae Tha Truth’s connections in this industry for the “2.0″ upgrade [...]

When Drunk-Dialing Goes Wrong: Drake Sued By “Marvin’s Room” Ex

DIGITAL NEWS February 3, 2012 | By Gotty™ | 18 Comments

Looks like Drake’s drunk-dialing scored him a hit but also may end up costing him more than any other man in known history. According to The Hollywood Reporter, a woman named Ericka Lee, claiming to be the rapper’s ex, says she’s owed a check for [...]

Madonna Releases “Gimmie All Your Luvin” Video, “MDNA” Album Cover

DIGITAL NEWS February 3, 2012 | By Beware | No Comments

Before being abruptly taken down by meanies over at Interscope when we originally posted the mp3, most folks were chewing on Madonna’s latest piece of bubblegum, “Gimmie All Your Luvin.” Now that the Material Girl has unveiled a football-themed visual for the song, though, we [...]

Orlando Bound: The 2012 NBA All-Star Starters Revealed

GENERAL February 3, 2012 | By TC | 23 Comments

Three sets of teammates, two coasts and one batch of jerseys not worth their pixels in tie-dye, best describe the latest news for NBA All-Star Weekend 2012. The starters for professional sports’ most prestigious exhibition mirrors the faces of the game’s most recognizable figures.

Jim Tressel Lands Akron University Job

Everything Else February 3, 2012 | By AJ | 6 Comments

The next chapter in the book of Jim Tressel will take place where everything began. Starting May 1, the ex-Ohio State head coach will assume the role of “Vice President of Strategic Engagement” for the University of Akron, where he first started coaching back in [...]

Drake Breaks Diddy’s Billboard Record, Drops Super Sexy “Practice” Video

DIGITAL NEWS February 3, 2012 | By TC | 20 Comments

That boy Aubrey Graham just can’t stay out of the news for doing the right thing, can he? It’s a toss-up whether if it’s more impressive that he has recently broke the record for #1 rap songs on the Billboard with a whooping eleven or [...]

Taco Bell For Breakfast?

Everything Else February 3, 2012 | By Ryan J. | 35 Comments

Depending on your location, the breakfast food hierarchy goes something like this: 1. McDonald’s 2. Bob Evan’s/IHOP/Waffle House/Cracker Barrel 3. Tim Horton’s/Dunkin’ Donuts/*Insert another generic coffee-and-pastry chain restaurant here*

2.3 The Cooler

GENERAL February 3, 2012 | By TSSCrew | 25 Comments

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