[Videos] Ab-Soul f. Danny Brown & Jhene Aiko – “Terrorist Threats”
Extra pills. Extra pills. Enjoy one of the best tracks from one of the best albums to drop in 2012, Ab-Soul’s “#controlsystem.”
Rick Rubin Brings His Star Power To The “Battleship” Soundtrack!
Battleship is one of the most highly anticipated films of the season and although most are excited to see Rihanna and Brooklyn Decker on the big screen, the audience will be extra entertained with an epic rock-heavy soundtrack throughout.
Executive music producer Rick Rubin, known for his days at Def Jam, is still a music force to be reckoned with – over 20 years since he started the legendary music label with Russell Simmons. Rubin has worked with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, Justin Timberlake, Metallica and was most recently praised by Adele during her thank you speech at this year’s Grammy’s. Not too shabby.
On the 24-track soundtrack, Rubin teamed up with some big names. Starting with Tom Morello from Rage Against the Machine, Rubin collaborated with him on the track “Super Battle”, while composer Steve Jablonsky had the chance to feature Morello on the track “Thug Fight.” Adding to the big names on the soundtrack, Rubin also got AC/DC for the track “Thunderstruck” and Creedence Clearwater Revivial for “Fortunate Son”.
Whether you’re a film buff or a music addict, Battleship is undoubtedly the movie for you. With Rihanna and Brooklyn Decker as your visuals and classic rockstars entertaining your ears, there’s so much to look forward to with Battleship.
Check it out – in theaters today!
So What If Trayvon Smoked Weed?
Just before the 183 pages of documents surrounding the Trayvon Martin case were revealed to the public yesterday, ABC World News tweeted, “#BreakingNews: Trayvon Martin Had Drugs in System, Autopsy Found.”
My first reaction was… SHIT!
Not because Trayvon had weed in his system, but because I knew everyone would focus on such an inconsequential detail that adds nothing to the case.
And I’m not mad at ABC for reporting the news, it had to be reported. It’s news, but something like that can and has changed the perception of Trayvon in some people’s eyes. He’s gone from the innocent teenage victim shot to death for being considered “suspicious,” to a blunt-smoking thug up to no good.
Perception is reality and everything blasted through the media becomes reality, whether it’s fake or true – especially now as we live in a constant 24 hour news cycle.
The point is, if we were all judged by what we did at 17 years old a lot of people would be looked at differently. If the conversation is about perception, let’s look at George Zimmerman.
Judging by Zimmerman’s medical report compiled by the family physician he visited the day after he killed Trayvon, I can make the assumption that he was a pill popping, angry, narcoleptic gun nut who needed psychiatric help.
According to Zimmerman’s medical reports, prior to the shooting he had been prescribed Adderall and Temazepam, medications that can cause side effects such as agitation and mood swings, but in fewer than 10 percent of patients.
The doctor also noted that it was “imperative” that Zimmerman “be seen with his psychologist for evaluation.”
So perception isn’t reality and trying to change the mind of someone who believes something is like trying to scoop up water using chop sticks, it’s useless.
Hopefully the grand jury of society can focus on the facts and evidence of the case instead of the minute details that mean nothing to who Trayvon was as a person. It still doesn’t change the fact that he was shot for being “suspicious.”
Shaka Griffith is the News/Politics Editor of GlobalGrind.com Follow him on twitter @Darealshaka.
Roc Marciano – “Do The Honors / Warm Hennessy”
The Goodfelons imprint collaborates with Roc Marciano for two new releases, available for digital or vinyl purchase.
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RED CARPET RECAP: Eva Longoria Is White Hot In Emilio Pucci At Cannes (PHOTOS)
Eva Longoria dazzled us all last night when she showed up in a flowing white Emilio Pucci gown to the De Rouille et D’os film premiere last night at the 65th Annual Cannes Film Festival.
The Desperate Housewives star has never been one to step out in anything less than amazing couture and last night was no exception.
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The white silk Pucci gown fit the actress phenomenally. As she walked down the red carpet, Eva displayed exactly the type of confidence that a star of her caliber should; posing, smiling and flinging around her long elaborate train.
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Longoria is spending three days in Cannes on behalf of L’Oréal Paris. She tweeted a photo of her and her luggage, joking: “On my way to Cannes Film Festival for Loreal! Too much luggage???” Impossible Eva!
You can take a look at the photos of Eva Longoria on the red carpet in the gallery above.
Whitney Houston Sings Her Last Song In “Sparkle” Trailer (VIDEO)
The trailer for the upcoming movie Sparkle has finally hit the ‘net, and it features Whitney Houston singing what may very well have been her last song.
Along with Houston, the film features many talented singers including Jordin Sparks and Cee-Lo Green.
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The trailer reminds us how truly sensational and beautiful Whitney’s voice was, in addition to her unquestionable talent.
Whitney made sure to highlight her voice, because in the original version of Sparkle the mother does not sing.
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The film is set in 1960s Detroit where three sisters form a singing group and become extremely famous -maybe too famous. As time goes on, the family starts to disband as a result of the rising popularity and everything becomes a struggle.
Whitney plays the mother of the three girls that guides them through their time in the spotlight.
In addition to her character, she also served as executive producer of the movie before her untimely death back in February.
Sparkle comes out in theaters on August 17th, so be sure to save the date!
“I Can’t Help People Thinking I’m A Bada**”
Brooklyn rapper Lil Kim recently discussed her publicized “bad girl” image amongst the media and why people do not realize how caring she actually is at the end of the day.
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