It’s hard to put things like this into words. 40 people were shot in the last two days in Chicago during what is now being called “50 Hours of Violence.” I’ve lived in New Orleans, Jackson and right by Chicago and I can honestly say I’ve never seen anything like the chaos that ravages the Chicago streets.

However, calling it “50 Hours of Violence” undermines the fact that this war has been around longer than the last week and will last beyond the next headline. Twice during this time period, there were shootings mere blocks away from crime scenes that were already swarming with cops. These incidents just scream “I don’t give a fuck” from kids that could care less about the law.

I’m still digesting the news, so I’m too stunned to get on a high horse or suggest any solutions.

Happy Easter.

The guys @ Gunaxin with the visual reminders of why The Wire was so crucial. During the original airing, the most violent clip to watch Read the rest of this entry »

Here’s some chilling footage to counteract your peaceful Sunday.

The video above is of Crooked I getting shot at.

You heard the speculation and probably know by now that Crook Read the rest of this entry »

Chris Brown, school of Ike member, modeling a…ahem…wifebeater.

At last night’s BET Awards Grammy Awards, this story developed rapidly right as last night’s Grammy Awards were set to begin. And by the show’s end, it was the sidebar that became the main news attraction, especially since M.I.A. didn’t spill any ambionic fluids on stage as many hoped.

A brief synopsis… Read the rest of this entry »

Words By David D.

We’ve all got out darker sides.

At one point in your life, you’ve been at that breaking point where you wanted to just ride out and bloody up your significant other, boss or family member. Imagine for one moment you could. You’re in the car on your way to seek revenge. Now…what MC are you listening to? Read the rest of this entry »