The Smoking Section

Articles By: Beware

LMFAO Feat. Lil Jon - “Shots” Video

I give credit to LMFAO. Their off-brand of party pop isn’t the most provocative, but these California keg-killers have tapped into our societal cash cow with their knack for situational song writing. After their ingenious idea to custom-make hometown hit(s) with “I’m In (Insert Your...
November 20th, 2009 | MUSIC, VIDEO | Read More

The Pharmacy…

Since we all secretly await any news with “Eminem” and “release date” in the tagline, I thought it’d only be right to share that Relapse: Refill drops December 22nd. No, untangle your panties, it’s not a new album. Instead, Interscope decided to re-release Relapse...
November 19th, 2009 | Everything Else, GENERAL, SMOKE BREAK | Read More

“What Brooklyn’s Been Waitin’ For…”

If you were to ask any Hip-Hop head what city produced Theophilus London’s illuminating “Humdrum Town,” I think Brooklyn would be the absolute last place they’d pick. Even though the concept revolves around a small town, this remarkable rapper/producer has delivered a radio-ready...
November 19th, 2009 | AUDIO, LOOSIES, MUSIC | Read More

Skewby - “No Handlebars”

With all the rap blogs I read everyday pretty much playing favorites, of course I’m going to discover an MC as talented as Skewby at a site I specifically keep an eye on for offbeat, non-rap picks. Thanks to the cool, cover-all blog/promo-machine RCRD LBL, now we can all enjoy this Memphis mold...
November 18th, 2009 | AUDIO, LOOSIES, MUSIC, WE GOT NOW | Read More

Charlie Wilson - “Take This Ring”

The ringer on my phone is Gap Band’s “Outstanding” for the same reason “Computer Love” will be in steady rotation for the rest of my life. Charlie Wilson is the friggin’ man.
November 18th, 2009 | AUDIO, MUSIC | Read More

Fire Retarded…

If you’re a cig smoker and have had a headache lately, you’re not alone. Thanks to a relatively-new legislation passed in quite a few states, Fire Safe Cigarettes will be taking the place of those skwos you live and die for. Apparently, this ‘enhanced’ cigarette extinguishes...
November 13th, 2009 | EDUTAINMENT, Everything Else, GENERAL, MUSIC, SMOKE BREAK, STRAY SHOTS | Read More

The Thrill…

Since the last basketball-related post I did was lambasted, I figured I’d throw up something undisputed. Thanks to Will “The Thrill” Bynum and his Spud Webb-like vertical, my Detroit Pistons have been plastered all over ESPN for good reason. I was watching the game live last night...
November 12th, 2009 | GENERAL, SMOKE BREAK, Sports | Read More

Tegan & Sara - “Alligator”

Normally I’d be hesitant to post a song by a band my girlfriend liked before me, but in the case of Vancouver indie pop duo Tegan & Sara, I have found an exception. Nonstop jamming to their aggressive new Sainthood single “Alligator,” I realized these two sorta-sexy lesbian twins...
November 11th, 2009 | AUDIO, LOOSIES, MUSIC | Read More

Lady Gaga - “Bad Romance” Video

Say whatever you will about her appearance, but Lady Gaga has got grind in her blood. After going from an oddball name to rocking stadiums in less than a year, this overnight pop superstar is already back with yet another Billboard burner, “Bad Romance,” the lead single from her upcoming...
November 10th, 2009 | MUSIC, VIDEO | Read More

Owl City - “Fireflies”…

Beware’s back with another oddball pick for Gotty™ and his offspring to joyfully drive around bumping together. Found by a friend cruising late night on the FM, “Fireflies” is a quirky little dreamscape of oscillating optimism by Minneapolis’ own one-man-band Owl City
November 10th, 2009 | AUDIO, LOOSIES, MUSIC, VIDEO | Read More

Kardinal Offishall - “Clear” (Skratch Bastid Remix)

If you’re feeling like your noggin needs music to promote the nod factor, indulge in Skratch Bastid’s brand-spanking new version of Kardinal Offishall’s “Clear.” I can’t say I’ve taken in the original more than a few times, but this Planet Rockin’ remix...
November 10th, 2009 | AUDIO, LOOSIES, MUSIC | Read More

The Last Days Of Allen Iverson…

Look at that man and honestly tell you me didn’t expect more. This prospective first-ballot Hall-of-Famer and all-around baller was once the one of the defining players among a generation of young, athletic NBA superstars. Ones who would usher in David Stern’s new look post-lockout NBA....
November 9th, 2009 | GENERAL, MUSIC, SMOKE BREAK, STRAY SHOTS, Sports | Read More

“Feel It In My Bones, Feel It My Lungs, Feel It My Braaaiiin…”

For the last week, I’ve been banging this Rich Hil x Kid Cudi “Trippy” joint that Sickamore sent over. I specifically remember not liking it at first, because I was left wanting 16’s and bars instead of a bunch of lopsided hooks. But now, this oh-so-appropriately titled haze...
November 9th, 2009 | AUDIO, LOOSIES, MUSIC | Read More

Never Under Estimate The Power Of Booze…

I was just laughing at the expense of others over at the genius Failblog, saw this atrocity and thought y’all would appreciate. The best part is that wifey let it slide.
November 8th, 2009 | Everything Else, SMOKE BREAK | Read More

The iPod Shuffle - “Cruising”

Since Short Dawg dropped his Eric Wright-influenced earthquake-inducing banger, “Cruising,” way back in 2005, four things have changed.
November 7th, 2009 | AUDIO, LOOSIES, MUSIC | Read More