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Pharrell & HMI Orchestra record I AM OTHER theme song.

2012-01-15T10:40:00.000-05:00

Pharrell headed to the University of Miami Frost School of Music to work with Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra on the ‘I Am Other’ theme.

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2012-01-09T11:19:00.000-05:00

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Mitt Romney, 2012 Iowa Republican Caucus Victor

2012-01-04T22:12:00.000-05:00

The Iowa Caucus is a process where Iowa residents in the state’s 1,774 caucus districts cast a non-binding or informal vote for the person they will likely vote for in the upcoming Presidential election. Each of the 50 states has its own similar process, but the Iowa Caucus is particularly newsworthy because the individual who receives the most Iowa Caucus votes is usually the same person who receives the Democratic or Republican nomination for President.

In last night’s 2012 Iowa Caucus Barack Obama was not opposed and received 98% of the Democratic caucus vote and in an extremely close Republican caucus vote, Mitt Romney defeated Rick Santorum by 8 votes. The Huffington Post reports 122,255 people voted in the Republican Caucus and there are over 2.2 million people eligible to vote in Iowa. It has been reported that prospective republican candidate Michele Bachmann will resign from the race and infamous “Riggerhead Nanch” (change the R and N but I’m not writing it), owner Rick Perry is “reassessing” his position in the race. The contenders for Republican Presidential nomination at this time appear to be Mitt Romney, pictured above, Rick Santorum, and Ron Paul.

Andrew Bynum and the Lakers Shape-Up!

2012-01-04T22:11:00.000-05:00

Andrew Bynum is back and it looks like the Lakers are in back in shape. Bynum scored 21 points and grabbed 22 rebounds while Kobe made scoring 37 points look easy as the Lakers defeated the Rockets. They have the night off tonight and play the Trailblazers on TNT tomorrow night at 10:30 p.m. ET.

Parole Officer Shot in Lakeview Terrace

2012-01-04T22:09:00.000-05:00

Today in Lakeview Terrace, California, a suburb in the city of Los Angeles, a 45 year-old white male allegedly shot a state parole agent in the face while fleeing apprehension for a suspected parole violation. The man was thought to have previously committed 2 felonies. Is it just me or does this type of senseless violence seem to be on the rise?

Benjamin Colton Barnes, Rambo 5

2012-01-03T14:55:00.000-05:00

This guy here looks like he was getting ready to audition for the next Rambo movie or something. Mr. Barnes allegedly killed a Washington state park ranger as a result of post-traumatic stress disorder. Thanks to all the vets out there.

Give the Gift of Laziness...All-Day Pajamas

2012-01-03T14:52:00.000-05:00

First Snuggies, now this? How lazy can people be… These Forever Lazy pajamas are supposed to make you feel comfortable, almost as if you were lying in bed all day. I like sleep just as much as the next person but damn. Seriously, get it together folks, all day pajamas… SMFH…

Hawks Cool Heat

2012-01-03T14:50:00.000-05:00

The Hawks were able to slow down the Heat and hand them their first loss, 100-92, thanks to some timely plays on the defensive end. The Hawks slowed down the Heat fast-break nearly all night and even got 16 off the bench from Tracy McGrady. It’ll be interesting to see how the Heat respond but it’s still only the regular season anyway.

Mavericks Strike Thunder

2012-01-03T14:49:00.000-05:00

Paced by 26 from Dirk Nowitzki, the Mavericks were able to hand the Thunder their first loss of the season, 100-87. KD added 28, but for some reason the Thunder just looked a step slow all night. It seemed like Dallas wanted the game a little more, but the Thunder were going to lose a game at some point anyway.

Obama Signs Defense Bill Despite 'Serious Reservations'

2012-01-03T00:06:00.001-05:00

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WASHINGTON -- Indefinite military detention of Americans became the law of the land Saturday, as President Barack Obama signed a defense bill that codified that authority, even as he said he would not use it.

The National Defense Authorization Actstates how the military is to be funded, but also includes a number of controversial provisions on arresting and holding suspected terrorists, which at first drove Obama to threaten a veto.

He retreated from that threat after Congress added provisions that took the ultimate authority to detain suspects from the military's hands and gave it to the president. Congress also clarified that civilian law enforcement agencies -- such as the FBI -- would still have authority to investigate terrorism and added a provision that asserts nothing in the detention measures changes current law regarding U.S. citizens.

Still, the signing on New Year's Eve as few people were paying attention angered civil liberties advocates, who argue that the law for the first time spells out certain measures that have not actually been tested all the way to the Supreme Court, including the possibility of detaining citizens in military custody without trial for as long as there is a war on terror.

"President Obama's action today is a blight on his legacy because he will forever be known as the president who signed indefinite detention without charge or trial into law," said Anthony Romero, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union.

"The statute is particularly dangerous because it has no temporal or geographic limitations, and can be used by this and future presidents to militarily detain people captured far from any battlefield," Romero added. "The ACLU will fight worldwide detention authority wherever we can, be it in court, in Congress or internationally."

The administration was especially sensitive about the law and about reaction to the president signing it. In addition to enacting the measure while few people were paying attention -- and many opponents still had hopes the president would veto the bill -- the White House added a signing statement specifying that the Obama administration would not detain Americans without trial. The White House also sent out a notice to its online community highlighting Obama's complaints with the law, in a tacit admission that many of the president's more ardent supporters despise the detention provisions.

"I have signed this bill despite having serious reservations with certain provisions that regulate the detention, interrogation, and prosecution of suspected terrorists," Obama said in the signing statement.

Presidents issue such statements when they feel a law conflicts with the executive's constitutional powers. Obama criticized them during the Bush administration, but has found the practice useful on a handful of occasions.

In this case, Obama argued that the changes Congress made to the bill affirm only authorities that the Bush and Obama administrations have already claimed in fighting terrorism. But he noted that the codification of those powers in law was unnecessary and perhaps harmful. And he insisted he would not use the powers to detain citizens without trial.

"I want to clarify that my administration will not authorize the indefinite military detention without trial of American citizens," Obama wrote. "Indeed, I believe that doing so would break with our most important traditions and values as a Nation. My administration will interpret section 1021 [of the bill] in a manner that ensures that any detention it authorizes complies with the Constitution, the laws of war, and all other applicable law."

Civil liberties advocates like Romero pointed out that once the provisions are law, however, they will be available to a President Newt Gingrich or Mitt Romney or any future president, who could choose to use the powers granted more aggressively.

"We are incredibly disappointed that President Obama signed this new law even though his administration had already claimed overly broad detention authority in court," said Romero. "Any hope that the Obama administration would roll back the constitutional excesses of George Bush in the war on terror was extinguished today."

Because of the provisions specifying that the new legislation does not change current law, the new law leaves the authority it grants open to interpretation and to the possibility -- albeit in very difficult circumstances -- of someone challenging a detention through the courts.

"Thankfully, we have three branches of government, and the final word belongs to the Supreme Court, which has yet to rule on the scope of detention authority," Romero said. "But Congress and the president also have a role to play in cleaning up the mess they have created, because no American citizen or anyone else should live in fear of this or any future president misusing the NDAA's detention authority."

Obama also said he will not abide by the law's requirement to detain terror suspects using the military.

"I reject any approach that would mandate military custody where law enforcement provides the best method of incapacitating a terrorist threat," Obama said. "While section 1022 is unnecessary and has the potential to create uncertainty, I have signed the bill because I believe that this section can be interpreted and applied in a manner that avoids undue harm to our current operations."

Finally, he rejected a number of other provisions, saying the White House is concerned they interfere with the president's constitutional powers and ability to fight terrorism.

"My Administration will aggressively seek to mitigate those concerns through the design of implementation procedures and other authorities available to me as Chief Executive and Commander in Chief, will oppose any attempt to extend or expand them in the future, and will seek the repeal of any provisions that undermine the policies and values that have guided my Administration throughout my time in office," Obama warned.

Kevin Durant and Thunder Continue to Impress

2012-01-02T15:41:00.000-05:00

The Thunder look strong and focused this season and still have not lost a game. They are 5-0 and won their last game 107-97, against the Suns in Oklahoma, and play tonight against the slumping Mavericks. It looks like there is tension between star Kevin Durant and point guard Russell Westbrook but the team seems to be managing the conflict well publicly and the apparent conflict does not seem to be distracting them on the court either. It will be interesting to see how or if the conflict ever develops, but the Thunder keep winning.

Heat Smash Bobcats by 39

2012-01-02T15:36:00.000-05:00

The Heat are still undefeated. They beat the Bobcats by 39 last night in Miami, led by a 24-point, 10-rebound effort from Chris Bosh. Wade contributed 22 while Lebron added 16 in the landslide win. Regular season wins do matter, but I’m most interested in seeing the Heat perform under playoff pressure.

Los Angeles "Arsonist"

2012-01-02T15:33:00.000-05:00

Turns out this guy allegedly set a total of 55 random fires in the Hollywood area over the last few days. There is no detail on what initiated a traffic stop and search of his van, but LAPD officers recovered fire-causing combustible during a search of the van. Never trust guys that have ponytails and drive minivans

In Living Color, Part 2?

2012-01-02T15:28:00.000-05:00

In Living Color is set for a comeback this year according to the NY Post. The new version will feature an all new cast and material and will air at some point this year; not much more than that in terms of detail. I must say the fly girls were my favorite part of the original version, followed by Tommy Davidson and David Alan Grier.

New Year's Eve in Picture

2012-01-02T15:26:00.000-05:00

I’m not big on pictures but this New Year’s Eve I decided to take some for a friend that couldn’t make it to New York. I’m sure everyone had a good time this year because it seemed like there were people out and parties on just about every block. I made it to 3, 2 on the east side and 1 on the west. I took these after I left the first, @ like 3:45, and the morning after. Respect to my guys uptown on 176 for holdin it down on Saturday night.

Tebow and the Broncos Out of Miracles

2012-01-02T15:17:00.000-05:00

It seems like the NFL is finally catching up with Tim Tebow because the last few weeks he hasn’t done anything except lose games. Yesterday, Tebow wrapped up the season with a 7-3 loss, but in a twist of fate Tebow and the Broncos ended up as AFC West Champs and in the playoffs despite the loss. The celebration will likely be very short lived because the Broncos will meet the Steelers in the first round of the playoffs next week.

Jets Not Clear For Takeoff...

2012-01-02T15:11:00.000-05:00

The Jets straight crumbled the last few weeks of the season. They lost their last game yesterday against the Dolphins 19-17, and will miss the playoffs this season. Star receiver Santonio Holmes was benched by coaches during the game and it seems like the Jets and Rex Ryan have some decisions to make this off-season.

Giants Send the Cowboys Packing!

2012-01-02T15:07:00.000-05:00

The Giants won last night 31-14, big win! Their next game will be a home playoff against the Falcons next week. The Falcons are tough with a strong running game, but the Giants’ defense is looking sharp once again. 3 more wins and back in the SuperBowl just like I predicted...

Giants Seek NFC East Title and Playoffs Sunday

2011-12-30T19:31:00.000-05:00

Big game for the Giants this Sunday night. They play the Cowboys on NBC at 8:20 this Sunday for a chance to win the division and make the playoffs. Something tells me the Giants are gonna win and end up back in the SuperBowl this February in a rematch with the Patriots. Remember you heard it here first; the Giants will defeat the Patriots in SuperBowl 46 or XLVI. I’ve never really been one for Roman Numerals.

Verizon Convenience Fee Scrapped

2011-12-30T19:29:00.000-05:00

Convenience Fee? Really? Not a convenience to Verizon wireless customers. Verizon was in the process of charging customers an additional $2 to pay their bills online and via telephone before outraged customers forced the Telecommunications giant to retract the plan of the proposed fee. The fee is by its own terms ridiculous because I don’t understand how charging someone an additional fee would make it more convenient for them to pay their bill, but I’m just sayin…’

Kanye Gives “Peace” a Chance

2011-12-30T19:26:00.002-05:00

Read on the NY Post website today my guy Kanye reportedly ain’t performing on New Year’s for less than a million. Kinda makes me wish I could rap. The article went on to report that Yeezy sent out a tweet about wanting to DJ that night under the moniker, “Yeezy World Peace.” Someone tell Kanye I’ll carry the record crates for a pair of Air Yeezy’s.

Kevin Durant Straight Servin’

2011-12-30T19:25:00.000-05:00

How about Kevin Durant and the Thunder? Undefeated, 4-0. I knew he was about to do work this season the way he went to every hood and dropped 60 on the best this summer. I saw him play twice this summer in NYC at Dyckman and Entertainer’s. He shut down both parks and the crowds went stupid. KD playing like he still in Harlem or somethin’

Paula Patton in Idlewild

2011-12-30T19:22:00.002-05:00

I definitely missed this one. I made a few posts a couple days ago comparing Paula Patton and Halle Berry. I think Paula Patton has a slight edge over Halle. Then a few days later I saw her in Idlewild and I was like she’s even finer than I thought. I seen the movie before but I didn’t even notice she was in it. Paula Patton got the title right now, easy.

Heisman Trophy Shootout!

2011-12-30T19:14:00.000-05:00

Not all people follow College Football but last night’s Baylor(Texas)-Washington game was a good one. Heisman trophy winner Robert Griffin had 2 touchdowns and nearly 300 passing yards, but the Washington quarterback, Keith Price had 7 touchdowns and almost 500 yards; both are pictured below. The final score was 67-56 in favor of Baylor and the game was filled with touchdowns.

Knicks Need Defense

2011-12-30T19:11:00.000-05:00

The Knicks looked very impressive on opening night but seem to be back up to their old misadventures on the defensive end after dropping games to the Warriors and Lakers. Carmelo and Amare are not having problems on the offensive end but the Knicks just seem unable to get a stop when they need one on the defensive end. Chandler was brought over to help the defense so hopefully they can correct the problem soon. A little D' won't hurt.

Lakers Back on Track

2011-12-30T19:03:00.002-05:00

The Lakers look like they are finally back on track. They have consecutive wins over the Jazz and Knicks, and get Andrew Bynum back from suspension for the next game. No doubt they would have liked to have gotten Chris Paul but they still look like an OK squad after losing the first two games.

Mega Millions Jackpot Winning Ticket Sold in Long Island, NY

2011-12-28T16:40:00.002-05:00

Turns out one lucky person from Long Island, NY purchased the winning Mega Millions lottery ticket. The jackpot was $206 million with a $152 million cash option and there was only one winning ticket. Somebody got an extra nice late Christmas gift. Can’t even lie, I played, but I ain’t win.

Google Plus to Challenge Facebook and Twitter for Users in New Year

2011-12-28T16:35:00.000-05:00

Turns out Google Plus might be the next big thing. The social networking site is predicted to reach 400 million user profiles in the next 6 months, but according to some is only the fourth busiest social networking site behind Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. I don’t know too many people with Google Plus but it will be interesting to see if it reaches the notoriety of Twitter or Facebook.

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Lakers Finally Get a Win

2011-12-28T16:28:00.000-05:00

The Lakers finally got a win yesterday against the Jazz. They beat the Jazz by 25 behind strong games from Kobe and Pau Gasol and a good game from Ron Artest/Metta World Peace. Kobe had one strong drive to the basket where he looked like his younger self.

Halle Berry In Boomerang

2011-12-27T22:49:00.000-05:00

I gotta say Halle in Boomerang was definitely one of the finest on film for a long time. Paula Patton is definitely going for that title though. I really can’t pick though and I gotta call it a tie with a slight edge going to Paula Patton.

Paula Patton: Baddest Woman in Film

2011-12-27T22:42:00.001-05:00

Anyone seen Mission Impossible 4 yet? Paula Patton is definitely the baddest woman out right now. I don’t really much care about Mission Impossible and all but I’m definitely going to check that out so I can see Paula Patton. Before Paula Patton, I think the baddest woman in any movie was Halle Berry in Boomerang. Before you tell me I’m tripping check the files. Paula Patton and Halle in Boomerang gotta be in the Fine Woman Hall of Fame or something, seriously.

Kobe and the winless Lakers

2011-12-27T22:26:00.002-05:00

2 games into the season the Lakers are still without a win. I expected a slow start with the failed Chris Paul trade but I definitely didn’t think the Lakers would be bad enough to lose to the Sacramento Kings. The Kings played tough in front of their home crowd but the Kobe and the Lakers still looked a step slow. When will the Lakers get it together?

Manning and Pierre-Paul to represent Giants in Pro Bowl

2011-12-27T22:21:00.000-05:00

The Giants starting Quarterback and Defensive End will represent them in this year’s Pro Bowl. The selections are Eli Manning’s second and Jason Pierre-Paul’s first. New Jersey native Victor Cruz was selected as an alternate. If the Giants beat the Cowboy’s Sunday they are in the playoffs as the NFC East Champs.

Giants 29, Jets 14!

2011-12-26T20:52:00.001-05:00

Respect to the Giants for coming up big over the Jets, 29-14, in the NFL “city championship” on Christmas Eve. The Giants were able to keep themselves in playoff contention behind some strong running from Brandon Jacobs and Ahmad Bradshaw. Jacobs’ post-game comments directed at Jets’ coach Rex Ryan were very strongly worded and it seemed like Ryan had very little to say for the first time in a while. GO GIANTS!

NBA Christmas and the Undefeated Knicks!

2011-12-26T20:45:00.000-05:00

The Knicks opened up the season with an impressive victory over the Celtics, led by 37 from Carmelo Anthony. In the remaining games the Heat, Bulls, Thunder, and Clippers were able to pick up victories. It also appears the story about Tyreek Amir Jacobs from DC being killed over Jordans on Christmas was an internet hoax; guess the joke was on me.

Jordan 11 Concord Absurdity!

2011-12-23T12:46:00.000-05:00

All over the county from Seattle to Staten Island there were outbursts of insanity over Sneakers. In Lithonia, Georgia a woman was arrested for leaving her kids in the car to wait on line; in Staten Island several unruly customers were arrested at the Staten Island Mall; in suburban-Seattle 20 people were pepper sprayed and one arrested for shoving an officer allegedly trying to maintain order; shots were fired in Richmond, CA outside the mall as people waited and four were arrested. And according to social media networking pages it appears a young man not even old enough to drink was MURDERED in DC. If true, RIP to Tyreek Amir Jacobs.

Really? Over Sneakers? And you can believe Michael Jordan was somewhere nice and warm last night while you fools embarrassed and degraded yourselves for nothing. Shameful Suckers.

RIP James Ramseur

2011-12-23T08:57:00.000-05:00

27 years and a day ago Ramseur was gunned down by Bernard Goetz on a Manhattan-bound 2 train as it entered the Chambers St. station. Goetz claimed Ramseur was one of four black youths who attempted to rob him with a screwdriver and that he was only defending himself when he emptied 5 shots from a revolver into all four. He even hit 2 of them in the back which is interesting to say the least because it must be difficult to rob someone while you’re running away and your back is turned to them. Hailed by whites as a hero and known as the “Subway Vigilante,” he was acquitted of attempted murder charges and merely found guilty of illegal possession of a firearm.

Yesterday Ramseur took his own life in a Bronx motel by overdosing on prescription pills.

#FMMFL

2011-12-23T08:36:00.000-05:00

Smashed the V out in LI two nights ago. #FML

Plaxico Burress and the Night Before Christmas

2011-12-22T11:55:00.000-05:00

When asked about the game Saturday Burress replied, “somebody’s gonna wake up with a bittersweet Christmas and it’s not going to be me.” I’m pulling for the Giants this Saturday but I respect Burress’ bravado. He said he would like to score maybe three or four touchdowns, which is fine by me so long as the Giants have more points on the board when the game ends. Who are you pulling for on Saturday?

A Very Jordan Christmas

2011-12-22T11:39:00.001-05:00

They drop tomorrow. I remember when these came out the first time I was only in 5th grade and I still had them before anyone I knew, including adults. Those days been gone though, and Mike got waaaayyyy too much paper for me to be sponsoring his christmas. Have at it folks! Hopefully you are able to get a pair and may they bring you the same joy they brought me 15 years ago. Where does all the time go....

Knicks top Nets 88-82

2011-12-22T11:09:00.000-05:00

In their preseason finale the Knicks knocked off the nets 88-82 before a sell-out crowd. The Knicks only shot 34% but were still able to defeat the Nets thanks to some timely defensive plays. The Garden crowd had no love for jilted-Kardashian lover Kris Humphries and proceeded to jeer him every time he touched the ball. Hopefully the Knicks will carry this energy into their Christmas Day battle with the Celtics. Stay tuned.

Money Mayweather Lands 90-day Jail Sentence

2011-12-22T10:52:00.000-05:00

Mayweather received a ninety day jail sentence yesterday for beating up his kids’ mother, threatening to beat his kids while he beat their mother in front of them, and taking her iPhone. Allegedly because she was dating another man. Hmm. Women beaters get no love May’ no matter how much of a fan I was. I don’t dislike the guy primarily because I understand that things happen and I wasn’t there, but I assure you I’ll be in no rush to watch or order another Mayweather fight anytime soon.

Monta Ellis be illin'

2011-12-21T15:04:00.000-05:00

Ok, so maybe I’m not dating a female matinee idol, but sexts to this chick? She’s like a 3.5 on the best day she ever had and she’s alleging Golden State Warriors guard Monta Ellis sent her several racy picture and text messages several times a day. Maybe they had a relationship, maybe they didn’t, but in any event the texts Ellis sent form the base of her sexual harassment suit against the Golden State Warriors and Ellis. She just might come up on some spread thanks to this thirstbucket Ellis.

Jules Manson, professional clown.

2011-12-21T14:56:00.001-05:00

Manson was an unsuccessful Carson City Council candidate. Of greater import though are his latest facebook comments. It appears Manson had some things on his chest when he posted, “Assassinate the Nucking Figger” on his facebook page in a rant directed at President Obama. The Secret Service investigated and showed up to his home to interview he and his family in order to determine the credibility of the threat. Word? It’s like that? Somebody tell this clown racism been played out. We may not all get along but the time and place for public displays of bigotry have been long gone. Get it together folks.

Rappers sell raps right? Not drugs and guns...

2011-12-20T16:36:00.002-05:00

Now here’s a message for all you thirsty ass rappers out there. Turns out the ATF and DC Metro police were posing as industry insiders and set up a fake studio for fictitious rapper “Richie Valdez” and fake label “Manic Enterprisess,” in a Northeast DC rowhouse. During a yearlong sting operation they were able to arrest 70 suspects and confiscate the guns you see above which included 161 firearms, a rocket launcher, 29 assault weapons, 80 pounds of meth, 21 pounds of cocaine, 1.25 gallons of PCP, and 24 pounds of pot, ecstasy, and heroin. They were even introduced to a Gun supplier from Georgia with alleged ties to the La Familia Mexican Drug Cartel. Maybe the Hip Hop police do exist.

Chris Paul and the new Clippers

2011-12-20T13:54:00.000-05:00

Is this a sign of things to come? The league denied the Lakers trade which would have landed them Chris Paul and allowed Paul to be traded to the Laker’s Staples Center roommate, the LA Clippers. And last night the Clippers smoked the Lakers by 19 like a pack of Kools. It was a preseason game but damn; the Lakers just looked like some sorry simps all together. It is preseason, but I would have to put the Clippers right up there with Dallas and OKC to contend for the West this year. These aren’t your parent’s 60-loss Clippers anymore kids so stay tuned…

Trent Arsenault, Donorsexual.

2011-12-20T13:45:00.000-05:00

Meet Trent Arsenault. Trent, self-proclaimed “Donorsexual,” Hewlett-Packard Engineer, and Freemont, CA resident, has been privately arranging sperm donations for over 5 years and has fathered 14 children and has more on the way. His activities have even landed him the cover story in this month’s Newsweek magazine. The problem is Federal Regulations require Blood and STD tests before bodily fluids, tissues, and organs can be donated. Arsenault says he does it to help couples who can’t afford the services of sperm donation clinics, and has hired a law firm to challenge the FDA testing regulation.

TSA to Freddie Gibbs: "C'Mon Son"

2011-12-19T20:32:00.000-05:00

If I tried I couldn’t even make up a story this funny. Turns out rapper Freddie Gibbs took a flight with some contraband items in his checked luggage. Apparently consumed by the Holiday Spirit, the TSA let Gibbs slide and instead of taking action left him a note stating his bags had opened for inspection with a short note from a TSA agent saying, “C’mon Son.” The whole episode seems like something straight out of How High or Half Baked don’t it? This picture is still in the recent photos section of Gibbs twitter page if you want the first hand pic.

Jerome Issac, the unofficial spokesman for Cra'

2011-12-19T12:21:00.000-05:00

I used the hook from Brothers in Paris to describe the man because his alleged actions went waaaayyyyy above and beyond anything that could even remotely be described as crazy. Jerome Isaac allegedly cornered a 73 year old woman in a Brooklyn elevator, sprayed her with a flammable liquid, and then threw an incendiary device (Molotov cocktail) in the elevator with her and burned her to death; allegedly over $2000. It appears the fire burned hot because Isaac showed up in court for his arraignment today with burns on his face. Look at him; the man just reeks of pure, unadulterated CRA’…

Darnell Wilson Gets 3 Life Terms for Stealing

2011-12-19T11:58:00.000-05:00

So maybe he's guilty but 3 consecutive life sentences for shoplifting from Kohl's? It is reported that he committed 4 felonies outside the state of Mississippi before being arrested there for Shoplifting. Even so, the sentence seems to far outweigh the appropriate punishment for the crime but I guess a life sentence for stealing in Mississippi is ok. Turns out under Mississippi's version of the three strikes rule, felonies that you may have committed in states other than Mississippi can be considered in determining whether an offender may be sentenced to life in Prison there. Recession or not, it's been and still is open season on a black man out here.

Kim Jong Il is dead

2011-12-18T23:35:00.000-05:00

The man was the leader of North Korea, one of the few remaining communist countries in the world. CNN once reported Kim Jong Il spent between $650k and $720k on Hennessy alone in 1993 and 1994 and a majority of North Korean citizens have yearly incomes of less than $900. Some guy. It is also believed that North Korea possessed nuclear weapons on Kim Jong Il's watch. Many are concerned about what might happen with those hypothetical weapons during the transition in power.

Just when thought writing with both hands was hard

2011-12-18T22:08:00.001-05:00

If someone was to tell you they can draw with both hands at the same time. You would probably think they were out of their mind..right! Well, this video proofs anything is possible.

Now imagine if was able to cut with both hands at the same time ...wow I'll be really doubling my money..hahhaa!

Jim Jones - The Paper (remix) ft. Wacka Flocka

2011-12-18T20:31:00.003-05:00

Baron Davis is a Knick!

2011-12-18T15:42:00.000-05:00

The man was in the shop getting cut before he even officially became a Knick. Then, BANG! The call came through while my guy Baron Davis was in the chair, and he officially became a Knick. That 12 pm Knicks-Celtics game just got better and THE SHOP brought you the news first.

Respect to my guy Baron Davis.
First in Fresh, First in Headlines. The Shop.

NBA returns next week!

2011-12-18T14:10:00.000-05:00

The NBA returns in a big way on Christmas Day with 5 nationally televised games that begin at 12 pm when the Knicks play the Celtics and end with Chris Paul's Clippers facing off against the Warriors and new coach Mark Jackson.

What game or games are you looking forward to the most?

US Ends 9-year Iraq Conflict

2011-12-15T23:15:00.000-05:00

Whether you were for or against it,US military occupation of Iraq will end in a few days and formal ceremonies were held today to mark the end of the conflict. Most of the debates tend to focus on the alleged weapons of mass destruction that were never found or the fact that the entire country of Iraq was alleged to have participated in the awful September attacks. In any event there should be a lot more happy troops home to celebrate the holidays with family this season, something we can all be thankful for.

Whitewall Magazine X Pharrell

2011-12-15T09:29:00.000-05:00

Chris Paul Officially traded to The L.A Clippers and watch Blake Griffin"s Reaction

2011-12-15T09:22:00.000-05:00

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Cincinnati-Xavier Brawl

2011-12-12T18:04:00.001-05:00

If you weren't watching this weekend Cincinnati and Xavier had a melee on Saturday near the end of their game, which Xavier won. Cincinnati players got the exchange started earlier in the week with a few incendiary comments to the media and posted on the internet. The comments spoke down of the Xavier players, who responded by thoroughly outplaying Cincinnati on the court. Feeling vindicated and sensing a victory, the Xavier players then began to talk back on the court and the brawl quickly ensued. When the dust settled the Xavier player in the middle of this still picture was leaking from the face and players from both teams were issued suspensions ranging from 1 to 6 games.

If you haven't seen the footage yet a "Cincinnati-Xavier" internet search will yield more video of the brawl than you can stand.

Dashawn Watson Urban Daily Interview

2011-12-12T17:41:00.000-05:00

The Urban Daily spent a few minutes with Barber Extraordinaire Dashawn Watson to see what makes him go. During the course of the interview Watson explains how he began cutting friends' hair, talks about cutting Charlie Murphy and other high profile clients, and why some people can't use razors or scissors for their haircuts. Revealing his lighter side, Dashawn even jokes about wanting to cut Jamie Foxx's hair because Foxx's haircut sometimes looks a little twisted.

The article is a nice, informative read. Here is a link: http://theurbandaily.com/special-features/g-list/kimosorio/dashawn-watson-g-list-interview/

Pharrell Williams, Academy Awards Music Consultant

2011-12-10T11:21:00.001-05:00

Pharrell just added a new title to an already long list of superlatives and credits that could be used to describe his music and film career. It has been confirmed that Pharrell will be a Music Consultant for this year's Academy Awards. He has already composed music for movies like the Lion King and Pirates of the Caribbean among others. Congratulations to my guy.

And the winner is...

Kobe Bryant and CP3, Maybe...

2011-12-10T01:40:00.000-05:00

First the deal was on, then it was off, and now it seems like there might be a chance that the deal may be back on again. What makes the whole thing so interesting is the fact that it seems like this has never really happened before in basketball. I can't ever remember the NBA commissioner blocking a trade that teams othewise freely came to terms on. Hopefully the deal gets done after all because I am pretty interested to see what the Lakers will look like on opening day.

Chris Paul to the Lakers...Oh wait, that deal is Off.

2011-12-08T23:54:00.002-05:00

In a rather bizarre twist of events just reeking of foul play or jealousy on someone's part, Chris Paul became a Laker and then all of a sudden was not. Sources are reporting owners asked Stern to call the deal off and try to make sure Chris Paul stayed a New Orleans Hornet for the foreseeable future. The Hornets are owned by the League, and David Stern is the League commissioner so I guess he has the authority to make this type of decision. Still seems pretty foul if you ask me, no pun intended; trust me.

Albert Pujols, Welcome to the Quarter-Billionaire's Club!

2011-12-08T23:45:00.000-05:00

Albert pujols signed a 10-year, $254 million dollar contract today to play for the Anaheim Angels. I guess with money like that the green light comes on in the stripper's dressing room when he walks in the club.

2011 Most Improved Barber...Kyle!

2011-12-07T19:55:00.000-05:00

That edge so sharp you might get left with papercuts.

Jerry Sandusky arrested again.

2011-12-07T19:21:00.000-05:00

This clown is pathetic and his alleged behavior is beyond words. Turns out two new accusers have come forward alleging they were sexually abused by Sandusky. One of the alleged victims recalled screaming for help as he was abused in the Sandusky household, hoping Mrs. Sandusky would come to his aid but no one ever did. This guy just looks creep-ish.

Makes me wonder how this guy ever got a job working with children.

Mumia Abu-Jamal will NOT be Executed!

2011-12-07T19:14:00.000-05:00

He was convicted for the murder of a Philadelphia police officer nearly 30 years ago. According to trial testimony Abu-Jamal approached the officer as he scuffled with his brother during a traffic stop, and when police arrived at the scene they found Abu-Jamal wounded, the officer dead, and a .38 registered to Abu-Jamal; what happened between the time of the struggle and the time police reached the scene is still unclear.

At his first trial he was convicted, by a predominantly white jury, and sentenced to the death penalty but after a series of appeals in 2008 a federal appellate court ordered a new sentencing hearing on the basis of misleading jury instructions. The Philadelphia DA, a Black Man coincidentally, announced that he would not again pursue the death penalty for Abu-Jamal but would accept a life sentence without parole instead.

Now you know who Mumia Abu-Jamal is if you didn't already.

Dwight Howard and Chris Paul to the Lakers?

2011-12-06T22:32:00.000-05:00

First, Boston added KG and Ray Allen and then Miami landed Lebron and Chris Bosh. Unfortunately, the Heat are still seeking that elusive NBA title as a newly formed big 3. But things don't end with Boston and Miami as it has been reported that the Lakers are looking to add Dwight Howard and Chris Paul and are willing to trade everyone on the roster except Kobe Bryant. The biggest obstacle seems to be the lack of tradeable players the Lakers have on the roster, but Orlando was already close to making a Howard-for-Bynum trade deadline deal last year.

What are the chances of the Lakers actually getting a deal done that would net them Howard and Paul?

Barack Obama Gearing up for 2012

2011-12-06T22:12:00.000-05:00

Today in small town Kansas President Obama unveiled his ecomonnic hook for his 2012 re-election bid stating the country is at an economic turning point and that if things do not improve the middle class will lose out. The thought of an even worse economy is inconceivable. Hopefully the President can get some assistance from both sides of the floor and begin to pass some of the legislation we need to put this economic downturn to an abrupt end.

What issues do you think the President should address between now and the 2012 election?

Tiger Found His Stroke!

2011-12-05T11:46:00.001-05:00

This grin at the trophy presentation says it all.
I know I'm not the only one who thought Tiger was finished winning after his ex-Wife Elin cracked him with a 7 iron, allegedly. Then it all came back together; yesterday Tiger overcame a few bad shots in the final round to take his place at the top of the Chevron World Challenge leaderboard. Tiger's victory yesterday was his first win in 750 days or just a little over 2 years.

Do you think Tiger is back for Good?

Tim Tebow Does it Again

2011-12-05T11:33:00.001-05:00

This time the running QB actually threw for 2 touchdowns and just over 200 passing yards. I still think the guy is a gimmick but we all know he is not a Loser. Tebow's Broncos are the AFC West division leaders and if the season ended today, Tebow would be the Broncos starting quarterback in a wild card weekend playoff game. Ridiculous.

How did your team fare yesterday? Leave a comment and let us know.

Paul Cain Fresh For Tribecca

2011-12-03T11:38:00.004-05:00

The ShopTv from Johnny Cake the barber on Vimeo.

Check my guy Paul Cain's cut. He's definitely a go for his birthday celebration on Tribecca Thursdays, 12/8/11, at Tribecca Nightclub, 2027 Lemoine Ave., Fort Lee, NJ 07024.

It's gonna be a motion picture in Tribecca next week so don't get left out. Shouts out to Ron F, First Lady L, B Coupe, and Gino Green, and of course we can't forget The Shop...If you ain't here you ain't no where!

Foam Life

2011-12-02T14:34:00.002-05:00

Abutta wishing he had the 2012 Valentine Red Foams. The look on Abutta's grill says it all...#Late.

Sneak Peak at the Air Jordan IV Retro 2012 White Cement

2011-12-02T00:57:00.002-05:00

Timeless. Classic in '89, still fresh this time...

iCam on deck, what's next?

2011-12-01T23:44:00.000-05:00

Dashawn...That Man Workin'!

2011-12-01T23:04:00.002-05:00

Real recognize real.

Pharrell stays Phresh

2011-12-01T22:51:00.003-05:00

Staying this clean is hardwork.

Home away from Home

2011-12-01T22:43:00.001-05:00

Jerryd Bayless: New addition to the Wall of Fame

2011-12-01T21:14:00.003-05:00

Check the homie Jerryd Bayless (@JBay5) with a fresh cut courtesy of The Shop and Johnny Cake. Stop by and check the photo out when it hits the wall! Had to stop by before he went back to work; #NBAisback.

Upcoming Bio

2011-12-01T20:25:00.002-05:00

The General said the soldiers have night watch...We're in the lab working OT on the General's Updated Bio.

Catch the full story, no fillers, momentarily...

Until then, SALUTE!

The shop logo

2011-11-30T23:48:00.003-05:00

Ready to be trade marked!! BREAKING NEWS, THIS JUST IN...

MiA for the Day!

2011-11-30T07:47:00.002-05:00

Sitting on the plane waiting to depart the gate with a beautiful sun rise.

Johnny Cake shared an Instagram photo with you

2011-11-14T21:10:00.002-05:00

Hi there,
Johnny Cake just shared an Instagram photo with you:

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"Just cut the homie Jerryd Bayless (@JBay_5)."

Thanks,
The Instagram Team

Fwd: Sunset Hill Shooting Range

2011-11-14T09:03:00.002-05:00

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> Please check out this video on vimeo http://vimeo.com/32074688

Johnny Cake shared an Instagram photo with you

2011-11-09T22:48:00.001-05:00

Hi there,
Johnny Cake just shared an Instagram photo with you:

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"Photo-shoot Freshh!!! #Blackburn "

Thanks,
The Instagram Team

Jets Daily

2011-11-05T07:46:00.002-04:00

TheshopTV stay tuned...

2011-10-25T12:16:00.001-04:00

A full day of taping at Theshop with a quick helicopter ride into the city to cut DJ Envy! The GRIND neva stops...I'm focused meng!!!!!

iPhone 4S 8MP camera is Amazing!

2011-10-21T08:01:00.003-04:00

Here is a close up picture of Jose's dog Penny.. Look at the detail in her nose and tongue and the depth of feel is pretty impressive. You no longer need to carry a bulky camera around. Nice!

A Bathing Ape x Airwalk winter boots

2011-09-26T09:04:00.002-04:00

From the long list of A Bathing Ape collaborations come these winter boots made in conjunction with long running shoe manufacture Airwalk. The Everest model has been taken and updated with a stronger sole, borg lining and a warped BAPE logo embossed into the side. The upper has been made from suede in an exclusive beige colorway. The A Bathing Ape x Airwalk Everest boots are set for release later this year and have a Japanese retail price of ¥17,640 JPY (approximately $230 USD).

-Johnny Cake

Derek J x Johnny Cake

2011-09-24T19:14:00.002-04:00

It's Atlanta's Derek J, of course. The "Real Houswives" hair diva.

-Johnny Cake

Follow me on twitter @staycaked

Should be a QREAM AD

2011-09-19T12:47:00.002-04:00

QREAM Yacht Party... perfect way to end the summer!

2011-09-19T10:08:00.003-04:00

Ducati Boys x The Shop

2011-09-19T09:59:00.001-04:00

Keyon Dooling x The Shop

2011-09-19T09:56:00.001-04:00

Keyon Dooling stopping by the shop straight from the airport...before catching a meeting in NYC.

A DAY in The Life of Johnny Cake the Barber

2011-09-19T09:49:00.000-04:00

First I attended a screening fort the short film TOKYO RISING in which Pharrell started in.

in partners with PALLADIUM

Also in the building was Phillip,friend, Jayson Goldwatch and Mick

after the film was over there was some Q& A....

Pharrell's own custom painted timberland boots...FUCK YO COUCH!!!

QREAM was definitely in the building as well...

Ferris..in god we trust!

Then made a second stop...

New JAY SEAN "the mistress" Mixtape Free Download

2011-09-07T12:14:00.000-04:00

Make sure you download Jay Sean's new mixtape "the mistress" one of the hottest R&B mixtape out right now..worrrrd!

Download here: http://www.datpiff.com/Jay-Sean-The-Mistress-mixtape.262835.html

The Shop SINCE 2003

2011-09-06T21:22:00.001-04:00

iPhone camera x G-Shock

2011-08-30T17:29:00.001-04:00

I gotta admit the iPhone4 always seems to amaze me.

Video: Pusha T feat. Kevin Cossom- Feeling Myself

2011-08-29T23:16:00.000-04:00

‘Fear of God 2: Let Us Pray EP’ drops Septemeber 27th.

Nas "NASTY" x DECON Behind the scenes

2011-08-29T23:06:00.000-04:00