This Week's Winner...

This week's winner is Vanessa Simmons as your favorite Rev. Run Daughter. Thank you for voting and be on the lookout for the next poll.

A Zoo Out Here

Its crazy that in less than three weeks the fall will begin. And of course, all of the innovators of style have their clothes picked out. Check out this piece by Zoo York. I'm currently looking to bring the track jackets back. Alive and well in the NYC. This jacket can roll wherever you do. Awesome water-based city scene print on front and sleeves. Zip-front with two welt pockets, rib knit baseball collar, sleeve cuffs and hem. 55% cotton / 45% polyester; 100% polyester mesh lining. Machine wash. Imported.

via Zoo York

With its long bonnet and wheelbase and low, flowing roofline, the BMW 6 Series Coupé has the proportions of a classic Gran Turismo Coupé. The dynamic front end angles down purposefully at the road, and the rest of the car follows suit. The side panel fold creates highlights that run parallel to the tarmac, while the muscular rear end underlines the close connection between the car and the road.

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Use Your Japanimation

UAGH! Tokyo, Japan is sick with the city lights. The city itself holds over 35 million people and makes about 1.91 trillion dollars, talk about being productive. Tokyo has many museums. In Ueno Park there are four national museums that every tourist has to check out. Of course, this is the town for every hip hop head, fashionista, and tech guru to check out. Japan has embraced hip hop hard for the past 15 years and you can see a Yankee fitted on the regular along with an iPod full of Lupe Fiasco, Kanye West, Pharrell Williams, and Ice Cube. DMX was surprised when he found out that a packed house of 5000 fans knew all the words to "Ruff Ryders Anthem." Yeah, Paris and New York may be the fashion capitals of the world, but if you're looking for something a bit unique this is the place to be. Fashion has become a staple in this town, and the fashion icons can strutt their stuff during Tokyo's own fashion week. Evisu Jeans, Bapes, and Limi Feu have all seen the shores of America because of their strong fan base here in Japan. And of course the gadgets.......do I really need to speak on that?

Artist Review: J Lyrik

Now, when I come across most female artists, I'm automatically turned off by them trying to rap aggressively. (Key note: Men like sexy, not deadly) Anyway, when I first arrived to Texas State I was a big fan of the independent hip hop scene here and instantly fell in love with the only female emcee I've liked since MC Lyte. Meet J Lyrik, the spunky carefree yet realist woman you'll meet. At first glance, she may come off as your average man-eating emcee that refuses to conform to the rules of POP America. However, when actually listening to her work, you start to see a bit more than what you're use too. J's most infamous song, "Inform You (Protege)" which features a soulful songstress is the track that defines her and pretty much put her on the map. A song about young women watching their backs and their hearts when getting involved with men that may have questionable motives. J's other tracks such as "Rag Doll" and "Superman" are the reason your little sister should buy her album. The Underground scene has fell in love with her rants on not acting like a video vixen and taking charge of her art. No word yet as to when her next project is due to release, but her eager fans are ready for another dose of those "Grey Eyes."

Check her Myspace:

http://www.myspace.com/jlyrikmusic

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Trust Your Instincs

I went to Kohl's this past weekend just to take a break from my freakishly constant grind and walked into the fragrance section. At first, I thought that every bottle of cologne/perfume was designed specifically after a child's doodle. Once I got pass myself, I saw David Beckham's new line called "Instinct." I smelled his 'After Dark' design and was blown away. I can honestly say that after years of having a weird nose, that this was the best smelling cologne I have ever....smelt. They used Pomelo Zest to give it a certain spice that isn't too strong. Then they added in some Lavender and Rosemary to intensify the aroma. Lastly, they even added some Oak moss to almost give it a perfume smell, but not enough to take away from its masculinity. Ladies, you wanna show your guy how much you love him? Get him one of these.

Producers Pay Attention

Life is Like Driving

So I recently got my first car, an SUV that uses Sams Club gas. (Which is the longest lasting gas you can buy by the way) I recently fell in love with taking trips and just driving long distances and I started to realize that life, really is a lot like driving. Here's Why.

(*)When you're driving, you MUST concentrate on your own lane. If you do, you'll be able to adjust to the twists and turns that life throws at you. If you're too focused on anything else, well, that monthly income is going to take a great decline.

(*) So what if the guy has a Lotus and you have a 97 Ford Escort? What matters, is that you're getting to your destination. Some people are just blessed to get glamourous things from the jump. But who cares!? While you're going to a meeting that could potentially open many doors for you, he could be going to the corner store to get cigaretts. (EWW!)

(*) Okay, so your boy is basically in a formula 1 car getting to Austin 6x faster than you. Fine, some say people who rush for things run out of gas first. I know its hard to be patient in today's world, but things that people take their time on usually last longer. While he's on the side of the road having to change tires, put gas back into the tank, and get his GPS to find where he's at because he wasn't paying attention, you're getting to your destination safely and soundly. (And you were able to listen Ha-Style's Mixtape)

(*) Finally, I want to leave you with this quote. I'm a BIG fan of The Carter II. Wayne has this quote at the end of the album that says "life ain't nothin but a long extended road. Keep drivin. I done passed up plenty people on the side of the road, no help, keep goin. yeah, lost a lot of passengers on the ride, kept goin. yup, who knows when I run out of gas. Yeeah."

Fill that tank with happiness and use your dream as the GPS.

See ya at the top.

You Can Smell the Heat

With Global Warming becoming more and more evident, its time that the guys rock some clothes that are fitting for the season. Billionaire Boys Club has a summer line, of course, that encompasses the beach and urban wear style. Some of the shorts are actually hand painted and all of them are made of a light material that will allow the wearer to breathe even during the hottest temperatures.

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The Great American Roadtrip: Proof that Ideas are in short supply

I'm sure that we're all familiar with the categories that shows on television fall into. We have our cartoons, our educationals, our sitcoms, and of course, reality television, but let's delve into a deeper subdivision of categories. T.V that should exist, and T.V that shouldn't. This could get nasty.

So, for the sake of not making a fool of myself with false information, I decided it'd be best to do a little research. I found a website, and since it was first on the search engine, it's got to be the best right? So, click-click, I'm venturing this website, being shocked and awed by the genius shows coming to us in the very near future. This beautiful line-up includes the following show that caught my interest very quickly:

THE GREAT AMERICAN ROADTRIP

T.V's most televised family roadtrip!

This one I had to look into myself. It's scheduled to appear on NBC this Tuesday it seems, and boy are we excited! Here is how the network chose to describe their new masterpiece.

"...a hilarious and relatable new series where seven families from divergent backgrounds are selected to take the journey of a lifetime. Over eight episodes, the families will travel through cities large and small, all while competing in a medley of humorous challenges that will ultimately lead one family to victory..."

I'm already seeing problems with this. "A hilarious and relatable new series where seven families from divergent backgrounds are selected to take the journey of a lifetime..." The Journey of a lifetime!displayed over eight episodes. I'll be frank, if the creator of this show believes that the journey of a lifetime can be displayed in eight 30-minute segments, then I'm about ready to call it quits. Obviously, they're exaggerating for viewers, since The Amazing Race of CBS sounds and looks a little more appealing, but there's a large difference between an exaggeration and a fabrication.Secondly, what's the deal with the "divergent backgrounds" in at least 60% of all reality t.v shows. I do realize that it makes the show and station look racially friendly, accepting, what have you, but there is always ONE family of each divergent background. Sure, throw different races and backgrounds into shows, but let's for the sake of individuality rather than episode topics. I'll compare it to a different reality tv show that alot of us may recall, Wifeswap. Every episode was supposed to be made interesting by one major conflict between the lifestyles of the families. The producers of the show didn't name episodes simply because it was unneccesary, but I'm sure if they did, it would be something like this...

Episode 24: The Atheists vs. The Christians

Episode 32: The Financial Gap: Escape from the Ghetto

Episode 68: "Your Family Eats THIS??"

Get my drift? Early on, they want you to pick favorites. How so? Simply look at the skin tone on your arm, or think of what day you attend your religious sanctuary. It's that simple. In a perfect world, producers would be able to walk into a home on that fateful Tuesday night, and hear the echoes of "GO JEWS" throughout the hallways. I'm sure at that time, a tear of satisfaction would roll down their cheeks, and it would quickly form into a dollar, floating ever so gingerly off of their face and into their pockets. Perhaps I'm being too critical of this new reality entertainment, perhaps I'm looking too deeply into the specifics of this one in particular, but let's think of the last semi-intelligent reality show aired, and whether or not it includes singing or dancing with a few stars. I think you'll find that we can come to an agreement.

Lupe Fiasco- We Are Lasers

Significant Stay

Next time you pick a hotel. Pick one that HAs-STYLE