Monday, June 30, 2008
Moment of Lenzism
This dude needs to start a blog or something. I need more!
Jay-Z Full 38 Min Performance @ Glastonbury
There was a bit of controversy stirred up by the band Oasis when the shows managers chose Jay Z as the headliner for the show to bring in a younger crowd. Noel Gallagher of the band Oasis reportedly said that hip hop didn't belong at Glasonbury and that the show was “built on the tradition of guitar music”. Jay Z responded by saying, “At the end of the day, these barriers that they have are only put up to separate us. There is only good music and bad music.” Jigga even went so far as to open the show singing, "Wonderwall" Oasis' most famous song and played the guitar. Priceless.
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Jay-Z Wants A Piece Of The New York Yankees
Jay-Z is looking to expand his investment portfolio. The Hip Hop Mogul is looking to buy shares of the New York Yankees from a private seller. It was discovered in an interview with TimeOut London Magazine that he was interested in taking a piece of the New York Yankees. Jay-Z made a statement in the interview.
‘I had invested in the Nets, and they [Arsenal] asked me if I was interested in investing. But I get that from time to time. Someone told me yesterday that someone else had a piece of the New York Yankees – “We wanna talk to you, yadda yadda yadda.” I mean, I love the Yankees so I’m in the middle of following that through, but sometimes it comes to be something and sometimes it comes to be nothing. That was one of the times it came to nothing.’
Friday, June 27, 2008
Obama by Versace!
The legendary designer shows CNN her new clothing line inspired by Obama.
Have a good weekend folks!
Moment of Lenzism
O.K. now this one has to make the top 10 Moments of Lenzism that we've done here. Also, maybe I should warn you guys. It's a little shocking... :-)
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Thursday, June 26, 2008
BlackBerry Bold Delayed Till August
Will Smith Wants To Play Barack Obama
Will Smith made a visit to the Colbert Report and let America in on a little secret of his.
Wikipedia Causing Students To Fail
Apparently students in Scotland are failing and they're blaming it all on Wikipedia and "other internet sources", but you know Wikipedia is the only one that matters.
WIKIPEDIA and other online research sources were blamed yesterday for Scotland's falling exam pass rates. The Scottish Parent Teacher Council (SPTC) said pupils are turning to websites and internet resources that contain inaccurate or deliberately misleading information before passing it off as their own work. Standard Grade pass rates were down for the first time in four years last year and the SPTC is now calling for pupils to be given lessons on using the internet appropriately for additional research purposes "before the problem gets out of hand".So what does this mean for us in the US? Are they shutting down Wikipedia? If they do, I don't know about you, but I won't make it.[via news.scotland.com]
Haute Spot: Puma's Endagered Species Collection
For all those who say, "Miss Yasmine, when will I catch you out?" Friday night is the night to meet me live in living color! This is going to be the jump off forreal and if you're in the NYC and you miss it...well, I feel sorry for you.
What: The Endangered Species Collection by Puma
When: Friday, June 27th, 8-11pm
Where: Atmos NYC, 203 W. 125th Harlem
RSVP: pumatmosrsvp@gmail.com
What: The Endangered Species Collection by Puma
When: Friday, June 27th, 8-11pm
Where: Atmos NYC, 203 W. 125th Harlem
RSVP: pumatmosrsvp@gmail.com
[I would hit them up by 5pm]
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Playing in the Snow
I know the photo has gotten everyones attention so I guess I should explain. Every Wednesday we will be taking a scheduled break from urban pop culture to see what's poppin' on the "other" side. Whether is a crotch shot from Brit or Amy Winehouse's funeral we'll let you know. You know, If you think about it, Lenzism really is the only entertainment website you need to go to... :-). And as always, please let us know what you think in the comments section.
Check out what's poppin' under the cut:
- The Hills star Audrina Patridge makes the cover of TV Guide as one of TV's hottest bods. ET catches up with her and she shares her workout secrets. I'm going to guess that it has something to do cocaine and OCD.... Everybody Nose Audrina!
- Apparently Amy Winehouse doesn't really have emphysema like her dad says. Just low level signs of it. You know what. I'm about to try crack crack cause it's lookin' like this b*tch is going to live forever.
- The top 10 from American Idol go on tour. Yeah that's it. That's the story...
- There's been some changes to Britney Spears' custody agreement with her ex Kevin Federline. Looks like she gets overnight visits with her children. I assume that means she's allowed to take them to the club with her.
- Nicole Richie says that she owes her new outlook on life to her new baby Harlow. Yeah that's healthy. Having a baby for your own therapy.
- Check out some spy shots of J. Lo and her husband Marc Anothy. You can clearly see how she maintains all that ass. Marc Anthony ain't gettin' a bite to eat!
Omarion's Got A New Home
Omarion is back starting fresh on a new record label called Mosley Music Group, owned by super producer Timberland. Omarion’s debut album on the record label is slated to release before the end of the year. Timberland is set to take on the role as executive producer the project.
Omarion was dropped by Columbia Records last April. On his time at Columbia Records Omarion hasn't brought much such success to his album sales. Omarion released two solo albums for the record company including 2005’s ‘O’ and 2006’s ‘21.’ Both albums which only went certified gold. In December of 2007, Omarion partnered with Bow Wow on the album, ‘Face Off.’ The album was very much a failure considering it only sold 329,348 units.
Pharrell Covers Paper Magazine
Pharrell was looking extremely fresh on the June/July issue of Paper Magazine. In the photos Skateboard-P shows off his custom made Hermès bag and all new items from BAPE & Billionaire Boys Club.
Pharrell wears a t-shirt and hat by BBC Ice Cream, jeans by Levi’s, earrings by Lorraine Schwartz and BAPE G-Shock watch by Jacob & Co.
The Most Obnoxious MuthaF*ckas In The Game
Are they Serious?
I think they are... this condein use has got to stop Weezy.
Enjoy. Happy Humpday.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
HAUTE MESS: Keri Hilson [and some others too!]
First let me just say...KERI HILSON, LENZISM LOVES YOU...and we want you to dress better! Every other time we've seen you- you've looked cool and hip but this time a stylist has gone terribly wrong. We really don't think it's your fault, Keri, but you're just the poor soul that had to wear this get up. Velvet in the Los Angeles heat? Really horrible! I'm not sure whether she was going for the Beattles/ 60's style mushroom bob or not but that curl is just a little too voluminous the Vidal Sassoon 5-point hair cut would have been a better ode to the era! I just don't get the concept of this fit' - she's normally so much more put together! Oh well, we all fall short sometimes but that doesn't excuse this mess :(
More messes after the jump!
Does this kid ever learn? EWWWW... what an abuse of designer lables!
Little Mama looks like the original Candy Girl; since when did she become the spokesperson for Lollipop Kids for America?
Is it just me or does he look dirty? Can we say 'haircut' or at least a line up- i mean geez?
Awww Damn:Someone Gave Soulja Boy A Pencil & Some Crayons
It was funnier the first time! Now its just boring, but I know someone will want to see this so here it is.
Haute Flash: BET Awards 2008 Red Carpet Pics
photos courtesy of wire image. oh and solange looks haute!
It's that time again folks, the BET Awards is in full swing and I'm sure it'll give us tons to post about tomorrow. Tomorrow isn't here just yet, so we decided to post a few pics to get your tastebuds warmed up for all the controversy tomorrow! Be on the lookout for our Good, Bad,and Ugly post for the 2008 BET Awards.
See more after the jump!
Whut Inda Hail:Jacob the Jeweler Going To Jail
Hip-Hop resident ice man is going to jail for two and a half years for lying the feds about a drug ring. The jeweler took a plea deal for conspiracy to launder $270 million dollars in drug profits. Come on Jacob everybody knows about off shore bank accounts, what is wrong with you. So who are the rappers supposed to get their eye-blinding bling from now?
[via TMZ.com]
Haute Flash: N*E*R*D is All Over Milan Fashion Week
Literally weeks from its release, the N*E*R*D's third album, Seeing Sounds, is already making waves beyond the shores of the U.S. The spring/summer menswear collections for 2009 have begun in Milan Fashion Week and the N*E*R*D's funk rock sound has been resonating off the runways of Dolce & Gabbana's recent menswear show. Seeing Sounds definitely has a European-influenced sound as seen in tracks like "Everybody Nose," "You Know What," and "Yeah You" so I'm not surprised when I heard Pharrell's melodic voice accompanying those models as they sashayed down the runway. If European club kids and fashion luminaries like Dolce & Gabbana are embracing N*E*R*D in such fashion, hopefully this talented band can go platinum for once in their home country!
See part 2 of the Dolce & Gabbana show below.
The Rundown
- Soulja Boy shows off his house and his toys with a homemade cribs video. At least we know he isn't spending him money like crazy...
- Lolo's Cube isn't happy with Estelle's choice of argyle for the red carpet. My main concern is her accessory: those braces. I seem to remember hearing some static about her American management wanting her grill to straighten up its act and her refusal. I guess America beats the Brit's again!
- BlogXilla takes a break from the gossip for a minute and talk about dating single parents.
- SisterToldja figures out exactly why soul food costs so damn much. Be careful though, this is dangerous thinking...
- Check out some behind the scenes photos of Beyonce' and her co-star Idris Elba on the set of their new film Obsessed.
- Trey Songz ditches his braids for a new image. The world is still unimpressed with anything that he does.
Get The TV Remote Ready!
Janet On Reality TV
Janet has a new reality tv show in the works with MTV. She will serve as a mentor for aspiring dancers and singers to find the next Janet, Justin, or Usher. Okay Ms. Jackson if you Nasty!
[via Varitey.com]
CSI's Gary Dourdan Joins Celebrity Rehab on Vh1
Dr. Drew is at it again in the second season of Celebrity Rehab and this time Gary Dourdan from CSI is among the new entrants to the clinic. I hope this season goes a little better than the last one with Chyna Doll, Brigitte Nielson, Judy Winslow from Family Matters, and all those other people I didn't know. Please Dr. Drew help Gary. I saw that arrest photo and HE NEEDS HELP! The show airs in October.
[via Starpulse.com]
Monday, June 23, 2008
Haute Flash: Erykah Badu is the Face of Tom Ford's White Patchouli
Vogue Italia released their all-black issue this July and it seems that the epic issue's message of appreciating Black models and beauty is being heeded in the fashion industry. Tom Ford’s ad campaign for the new fragrance, White Patchouli, is being spearheaded by African American vocalist, Erykah Badu. For a musician and a relative novice in the fashion industry, Badu’s collaboration with Tom Ford may bode well for the diversity issues plaguing fashion right now. This comes as a surprise to me since Badu is not a bonafide model, but she was able to land this job. Maybe things are changing...
D' Angelo Working On New Album
Mr. Brown Suga himself is working on a new album after a couple of run in with the law. The new album, set to be released on J records, is the first since 2000. I don't know about you, but I'm excited because "Lady" was my ish! And if you can't get enough of D'Angelo, Virgin records is releasing a compilation CD/DVD combo of his best hits so far with video footage on Tuesday, June 24th.
[via Billboard.com]
LET'S TALK ABOUT IT...
Before I post the latest video comeback in the "Soulja Boy/Ice T" drama, I want to shed some light on the larger issue with this situation, the lack of adult mentors in our community. Soulja Boy speaks about this in his video to Ice T, claiming that if Ice T is so worried about the state of Hip-Hop why don't he teach Soulja Boy "real" Hip-Hop. I must say myself that I appreciate Soulja Boy's honesty. Beyond the beats of Hip-Hop there is a disconnect between generations. It seems as though older generations are quick to notice we have not produced to their expectations, yet they do not or have not taken the time to guide or mentor us in our journey. So what happens next is a trial and error period and we as young people usually learn lessons the hard way. As I end this post, I want to know what are you thoughts about the state of mentors within our community? Lets only hope more mentors are willing to reach out and teach rather than RANT like MR. T!!!
LET'S TALK ABOUT IT...
We here at Lenzism have noticed a number of social and/or political issues within our community and we wanted to have a good ole talk about them. Since we are addicted to FRESH, it's only understandable that we reach out and spark discussion so that we as people can continue our FRESHNESS for generations to come. So tune in every week and see what we topic we have chose to inject a bit of truth serum too...
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Tyra Wins An Emmy
After a successful season of The Trya Banks Show it looks like Trya is finally getting some recognition. Model turn talk-show host Tyra Banks took home an Emmy at the the 35th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards which were held at The Kodak Theatre in L.A. on June 20th.
Friday, June 20, 2008
This Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words
Jigga is giving us so much emotion right now I don't even know what to say. I do know that from the look on his face something is coming. Something bad. What is it Jay!?!
Soulja Boy Clowns Ice-T
Now Soulja Boy you know Grandpa Ice-T is getting old. He's just a little cranky. He might not even remember donig the diss video that this point.
Check out Ice-T's diss video under the cut:
Moment of Lenzism
I guess this one is more of a Moments of Lenzism/Playing in the Snow cross-over. Enjoy.
Haute Spot: PAPARAZZI LAUNCH PARTY
If you're in the DMV this is definitely going to be an event you don't want to miss!
What:
Côté Minou’s Paparazzi Launch
When:
Saturday, June 21, 2008
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Where:
Gallery Restaurant & Lounge
1115 East West Highway
Silver Spring, MD. 20910.
How Much:
$20
(c'mon now, you can't be cheap you're whole life!)
www.groovetickets.com
Keyword- paparazzi
The launch party will be a day of celebration, full of entertainment, fashion and networking amongst many that seek to make an impact on their society. How haute is that? For more info visit their site: Côté Minou
What:
Côté Minou’s Paparazzi Launch
When:
Saturday, June 21, 2008
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Where:
Gallery Restaurant & Lounge
1115 East West Highway
Silver Spring, MD. 20910.
How Much:
$20
(c'mon now, you can't be cheap you're whole life!)
www.groovetickets.com
Keyword- paparazzi
The launch party will be a day of celebration, full of entertainment, fashion and networking amongst many that seek to make an impact on their society. How haute is that? For more info visit their site: Côté Minou
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Haute Flash: Patricia Fields for HSN
How freakin' haute is this? First you can get killer Patricia Fields styles at Payless, now you can shop from home? This is amazing! The collection, called the House of Field, will launch on the Home Shopping Network on September 23 [tell me we don't put you on the that new new sh!t].The collection, designed by Field and longtime House of Field designer David Dalrymple, will consist of 50 pieces ranging from sportswear and denim to dresses and accessories.
If you're wondering if the line with be Sex and the City-ish - you're darn skippy!
According to Mindy Grossman, HSN's chief executive officer, "This collection is very accessible, with something for everyone. We have the iconic flower dress from the beginning scene in the Sex and the City movie, but we are also selling the flower as a pin, so customers can have just a piece of what we are offering."
Aha, I'm excited already- that dress was one of the most fabulous pieces in the movie. It should be interesting to see how the high priced styles of SATC translates into the $39 to $199 pricepoints for the collection. Looks like House of Fields will hardly break the bank!
*If you have breaking fashion news please email me at missyasmine@lenzism.com
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