Lost in the Music: Archive

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Movie It Like Bernie

Pure talent. Original Article

Dec 19th

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I Love Gravy and the Biscuits

Yep, they’re lip synching. Who cares. I love everything about this band right now. Who doesn’t love gravy and biscuits? Name: Gravy and the Biscuits EP title: Soul Food Instruments:Â Cardboard cut outs Lead singer:Â Has long hair and is wearing fake wayfarers Oh, the irony… I wasn’t expecting much from this laundry list of clichÃ©s, but I was pleasantly surprised....

Nov 15th

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Steve Jobs: 1955 - 2011

I can’t even get into this right now. RIP Steve Jobs, there will never be another. This is likely my favorite Steve Jobs moment. What an inspiration, what a visionary, what a loss. Original Article

Oct 6th

Sep 5th

NYC is allowing free things to happen...this...

This is bananas. In addition to mandatory evacuations today and shutting down all public transportation tomorrow at noon, they’re allowing free subway rides out of evacuation zones, shutting down both airports, and they’re waiving toll fees for all bridges leading out of the city. Irene, you are really putting us in a tizzy.

Aug 27th

Aug 21st

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Lemonade Stand Shut Down

Shame. Picture this. You’re 10 years old and you and two of your best friends want to take a trip to the local water park. Your parents tell you that you all need to save up money for admission. You don’t have a job, how are you going to make money? Ding, ding! The old-fashioned way; start a lemonade stand. That’s a capital idea…as long as you don’t live in...

Jul 15th

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President Obama Reports: Osama bin Laden is Dead

Just in case you’ve been under a rock for the last 24 hours, Osama bin Laden is dead. Â His body is reportedly in US custody. Â The death of Osama bin Laden is said to have brought healing and closure for those affected by the events of September 11, 2001. Â Though this is being painted as a very happyÂ occasionÂ with celebrations breaking out nationwide, I wouldn’t take my guard...

May 2nd

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Tech and Twitter Saving Lives in Tornado Disaster

4-27-11 Tornado Tuscaloosa, Al from Crimson Tide Productions on Vimeo. You can say what you want about social networking, but it’s Twitter and Tech that combined to save lives as another tornado wreaked havoc on the South yesterday. the video above comes from Tuscaloosa, Alabama which was slammed again last night. Hashtags to follow for updates and information have been established for the...

Apr 28th

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Old Spice Has A New Spokesman [VIDEO]

So I have to ask, what do you think of the new Old Spice guy?! Going viral like this predecessor? I vote for the old guy. Original Article

Apr 21st

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Devo Releases New Interactive Video Ad

Interactive online video advertisement is all the rage these days. Though this one isn’t for tequila-flavored beer, it stands out just the same. Devo is at it again, no surprise here. What’s the best interactive video ad that you’ve seen? Original Article

Apr 19th

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Coachella to stream live via YouTube

For those of us who aren’t there, we’re bummed about how quickly Coachella sold out this year. Fear not fellow losers, some of it will be streaming live on YouTube. Kicking off today at 4:10 PDT with The Drums, those of stuck in other cities will be able to watch parts of the festival live, for free, on YouTube. Get over to www.youtube.com/coachella when the action starts. Original...

Apr 15th

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Even Arcade Fire Played House Parties...

…back in the day! Like many aspiring bands, Arcade Fire rocked house parties too…they were just good at it. Check out this clip from ‘02. Original Article

Apr 14th

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never underestimate the power of OJ

orange juice that is. Original Article

Apr 14th

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TV On The Radio Releases Album-Length Film

I’m pretty sure this guarantees that Kanye’s next video is going to be longer than Avatar. Who could’ve known that the group to outdo Kanye would be TV On The Radio? Today TV On The Radio released their album-length film on YouTube which features every song from their new album Nine Types of Light. Kanye’s Runaway video was 35-minutes long. Game on Mr. West. P.S. - Anyone else...

Apr 13th

Apr 2nd

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'Beautiful Burnout' - Frantic Assembly National...

I got to check this out last night at St. Ann’s Warehouse. A friend invited me given my newfound obsession with boxing. Great concept and amazing design. Go see it if you get a chance. Original Article

Mar 2nd

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MTV Networks Summer Associates Program 2011 -...

If you missed the launch, you still have time! The MTV Networks Summer Associates Program 2011 Deadline has been extended to 12/15. Apply here. Find more information and application tips from my previous post here. Good luck! Original Article

Dec 8th

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Chandra Levy's Killer Convicted

Nearly 10 years after her murder, Chandra Levy finally sees justice. The jury has reached a verdict in the case against the man charged with the 2001 killing of Washington intern Chandra Levy. It is expected to be announced shortly. If convicted of first-degree murder, Ingmar Guandique faces a sentence of life without parole. The jury could instead find him guilty of second-degree murder,...

Nov 22nd

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T.I.: 'I'm Mother F*cking Tired of Going to Jail'

MC’s frustration palpable in latest missive on his website T.I. posted a blunt letter from prison on his website Thursday that shows the rapper struggling with his new reality. “This experience is truly a pain I have never felt before and that’s saying a lot for a n—-a who’s been down locked up as many times as I have,” he wrote. “I don’t know what...

Nov 19th

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Jimmy Fallon & Bruce Springsteen - "Whip My Hair"...

Last night Jimmy Fallon as Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen as Bruce Springsteen in 1976 covered Willow Smith’s infectious pop anthem, “Whip My Hair.” No words. Original Article

Nov 17th

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Willow Smith Whips Her Hair on Ellen [VIDEO]

Willow Smith made her television debut earlier this week on Ellen. The 10 year-old performed her hit single “Whip My Hair” for the audience. Willow gave an “Only Girl” shout out to her inspiration, Rihanna before kicking into a very energetic rendition of “Whip My Hair.” Willow definitely did her thing. She made a smart move to stay stationary for the...

Nov 4th

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Mariah Carey Confirms Pregnancy

Can I just say that I think it is absolutely hilarious that CNN covered this story. Granted, it was CNN Entertainment…but still. A headline CNN? I guess… Yes, people. After months of speculation, Mariah Carey confirms that she is pregnant with Nick Cannon’s seed. This will be the first child for Carey, 41, and her 29 year-old husband Nick Cannon. Due to a previous...

Oct 28th

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Kanye West - Runaway

Here is Kanye West’s 35-minute short film “Runaway.” The motion picture features Pusha T, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj (in a British accent), and Bon Iver and allegedly 90% of this soundtrack will appear on the forthcoming LP. Filmed in Prague over the summer, “Runaway” was written by Hype Williams and inspired by the likes of —yep, you guessed it— Thriller,...

Oct 23rd

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Rihanna drops manager, starts Rihanna...

Rihanna is doing the most! Rihanna Entertainment will merge all of her “businesses, including music, film, fragrance, fashion, and book ventures,” the 22-year-old pop star tells The Associated Press. It sounds like ‘Loud’ will be going through some changes between now and November 16… I wonder if this has anything to do with Willow Smith signing with Roc Nation and nipping...

Oct 20th

Oct 19th

“I’m the one that has to die when it’s time for me to die, so let me live my...”

– Jimi Hendrix (via kari-shma) (via quote-book)

Oct 19th

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Sade says no to Jay-Z collabo

For all those artists out there that dream of collaborating with Sade one day — keep on dreaming! Apparently, the very humble Sade told the Los Angeles Times that she’s turned down bigwigs like Jay-Z, who have wanted to rhyme over her beats or do “collabos” with her singing a hook on a hip-hop track. “I’m too scared,” she says. “They’ll...

Oct 18th

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Jay-Z's Greatest Hits and the "Decoded" Scavenger...

Originally slated for release in June, business guru/rap star Jay-Z will be unveiling his greatest hits collection on November 22. The album is called The Hits Collection Volume One and sees Jay drop a selection of hits that span his career. Now, all of the release details have been revealed. The tracklisting has been let loose and, as evidenced below, many of Hova’s best works...

Oct 18th

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Willow Smith | "Whip My Hair" [video]

Too cute! Original Article

Oct 18th

“I wanna be in another place. I hate when you say you don’t understand (You’ll...”

– A Place For My Head ~ By Linkin Park (via fightxtoxdream)

Oct 18th

“I’m not alone. With the touch of your hand, I am whole again.”

– All That Remains, ‘Not Alone.’ from the album, The Fall of Ideals (via gothichippie)

Oct 17th

“and i know that it was me who called it over, but i still wish you’d fought me...”

– j.m (via hearthay)

Oct 17th

“Sometimes in life, all you can do is stick your head into your pillow and bury...”

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Oct 17th

“Music is love in search for a word”

– Sidney Lanier (via moremorley)

Oct 15th

“If God is the DJ, then Life is the dance floor; Love is the rhythm, and You are...”

– Pink (via obsessivedrmer)

Oct 15th

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“every couple of nights or so you pop into my dreams. i just can’t get rid of you...”

– ben folds five (via hearthay)

Oct 15th

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If I Were Karen Owen...

Fact: Karen Owen screwed up. Big. But here’s a question, where did she screw up? Some will say she should’ve never created the Powerpoint. Some say she should’ve never sent out the finished product to her so-called friends. Some will go so far as to say that she should’ve never had sex with all of those athletes. Whatever your opinion, I maintain that Karen Owen is an...

Oct 14th

“‘Cause love is just a dialogue. You can’t survive on ice-cream”

– The Kills (via quienesesachica)

Oct 14th

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Oct 14th

“you have a way of meaning everything and nothing to me at the same time.”

– maroon 5 (via hearthay)

Oct 13th

“Learn to value yourself, which means: fight for your happiness.”

– Ayn Rand (via kari-shma) (via quote-book)

Oct 11th

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Duke F*ck List is National News

Yep, the Duke F*ck list has made national headlines. I swear there are other more interesting and important things going on in the world. I can’t believe that this is getting national attention. I really can’t believe that this girl is getting a book deal. Thanks to the Duke Lacrosse players for starting the trend. Original Powerpoint here: http://bit.ly/If-I-Were-K-O Original...

Oct 11th

“I think I’m afraid to be happy because whenever I get too happy, something bad...”

– Charlie Brown (via kari-shma) (via quote-book) (via toothpick)

Oct 11th

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“I believe a strong woman may be stronger than a man, particularly if she happens...”

– John Steinbeck (East of Eden) (via kari-shma) (via quote-book)

Oct 10th

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Oct 10th

“However many holy words you read, However many you speak, What good will they do...”

– Buddha (via alexisonthepath) (via quote-book)

Oct 9th

“You can’t measure the mutual affection of two human beings by the number of...”

– Milan Kundera (via kari-shma) (via quote-book)

Oct 8th