Jesus Christ…

Ironic that I actually could have used this service when I got thrown in jail in Baltimore…

And yes, it is a real commercial and real business.

Crazy game last night…

Edit: Guess MLB.com thought it was over too…

Edit: how true…

Antichrist

No, no. Not me.

A new movie by Lars Van Trier which debuted in Philadelphia last week at the Philadelphia Film Festival.

The premise is simple; following a terrible tragedy, a young married couple (played by Willem Dafoe and Charlotte Gainsbourg) retreats to a cabin in the woods to cope with their grief. When a series of bizarre and surreal events starts occurring, the couple begins to crack from the stress, threatening their bond forever. In the hands of an auteur, this basic concept becomes something much more shocking. Famous for his uniquely searing arthouse melodramas, von Trier ups the ante yet again, and returning with what is, without a doubt, his most controversial work ever. Like most pieces of thought-provoking art, Antichrist is best viewed completely fresh with little to no prior knowledge of the material. From the first glimpse of its gorgeous black and white opening sequence to the uncomfortable rumble of its perfectly colored climax, the audience is treated to a plethora of brilliant twists and metaphors. For those willing to take the risk, the film offers incredibly beautiful imagery and surgically precise manipulation, but its content makes von Trier’s previous films like Dancer in the Dark look like a walk in the park. Consider yourself warned. –– Michael Lerman

I was at work one day talking to someone about movies, about films that really rocked me and I started talking about Dancer in the Dark. That move kinda affected me and it’s doubtful I will ever watch it again. Not because I didn’t like it, but because I want that experience to stay exactly what it was, if that makes sense. So after overhearing the conversation between me and Lamont, Aimee and I started talking about DITD’s director Lars Van Trier, and what he is known for.

So last week she noticed his new film playing at the film fest and sent me the link to the show which was sold out, as well as a blurb about the controversy when it when it was screened at Cannes.

Seems that this year’s Cannes Film Festival entry by past “Golden Palm” winner Lars van Trier has created the first real scandal this year. The press screening was accompanied by laughther, hisses and booing at the end – there are even reports that at least one reporter fainted during paticularily graphic scenes. Not many reviews seem to be out yet, but what is out is pretty devastating – “appaling” is a mild adjective, and there are predictions that this movie could end van Trier’s career – pretty unlikely given that the careers of past generators of Cannes Film Festival scandals seem to be doing just fine.

The italicized part is mine, but how could that not make me want to see this?

Mayer Hawthorne- Green Eyed Love

WordPress not allowing video embedding except YouTube is annoying. Waiting to switch servers.
Had to wait for for Mayer Hawthorne’s new joint to make it over. Took a few days.

Benefit for DJ Too Tuff

If you know any rap history, you know the Tuff Crew.
If you know anything about DJing you know about DJ Too Tuff.

DJ Too Tuff, a/k/a the Deuce Ace Detonator, is considered a forefather of the Turntablist movement, because of several dynamic DJ tracks on the group’s albums. Dj Z-Trip, DJ Shadow and other New School DJs credit DJ Too Tuff for inspiring their style and music.

Good dude, life keeps showing up for dude.
Currently locked up and recently diagnosed with cancer, there’s an upcoming benefit that Philly should support. The line-up looks a little weaksauce, but at least they are trying to help dude out which is more than I am doing.

Anyone who wants to write Too Tuff:

Joe Hicks
736887
House of Corrections
8001 State Road
Philadelphia, PA 19136

Last time I saw him was a year ago at the first Philly DJ Day.
Get well and come home kid.

Jay Electronica: Swagger Jackson’s Revenge

Never posted after the Jay Electronica x Talib Kweli x Mos Def show. Who knew the kid lived around the corner and down the block? Found out at his show. It explains all the Philly slanguage and references he makes though. Alls I really wanted to see was Jay, but like a sucka I stayed for 4+ hours. Ever watch a movie and it’s so bad you keep watching because you think it has to get better. Well, it didn’t. At least Jay didn’t disappoint at all.

Harry Crews

Recommended by a friend at work, who is always turning me on to great authors and great music.
Haven’t had a chance to read any of his gritlit, but wanted to do some prelim research on him. Found a great interview with him, full of one-liner gems, and this video:

Cory Gunz: Shut ‘Em Down

I like the track and the video. Cory can spit heatrocks. No matter what this kid does, or anytime anyone wants to question his talent, I will simply point them to the A- Milli remix, fall back, smile, and know I won that arguement.

This tracks off his Gangsta Grillz, Heir to the Throne, with Drama.

Video is official, and a set-up for a second part, so…

Both vids by Tee Smif.

Surgical Gloves (preview)

Rae is so hyped about this track, he did it twice at the release party.
Well he did it about 1.5, forgetting the words halfway through the second time.

All good.

The Avett Brothers

I have been listening to these guys all day.
One of the things I like about imeem is that they expose me to groups and bands I usually don’t come in contact with. I saw post and description of them this morning, and I think me being sick, not feeling very hip-hop-y, this worked real well. Definitely like folksy/bluesy stuff. Just not too well versed.

This is their new single:

Other videos here.
Other music here.