Balance

Drake in the Bay

2011-11-28T20:37:00.000-08:00

YMCB and October's own, Drizzy Drake was in the Bay for a couple of concerts. While on the West Coast he took the opportunity to link up with Mistah F.A.B. and Killa Cali's E-40 to add a visual feel to his YAY-area jam entitled The Motto. The song itself feels like it belongs on 106 KMEL or even WILD 94.9, a smart move from the Toronto artist who continues to show his talents and savvy business ways. Who else can adapt to the US Music industry and the many genres of Hip-Hop while reppin' Canada.

To quote Cali based, producer extrordinare Madlib, "Style, if it wasn't for the style, it would be hard for me to show my culture profile... What about the beats, the beats, the beats...." A perfect Bay-Balance from Lil Wayne's protege.

OSSJ - Old School Sunday Jam

2011-11-27T19:39:00.000-08:00

With Thanksgiving now behind us, Old School Sunday Jam echos the soundtrack of a wonderful weekend where family and tradition glows in the spotlight. Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Famer Bobby WOMACK reminds us the importance of looking back in order to move forward. Originally a member of a family group [splendidly] named The Valentinos, WOMACK released and refreshed Frank Sinatra's Fly Me to the Moon and his rendition of The Mamas & the Papas 'California Dreamin' to bust onto the scene in the 70's. Years later, serving as a subtle homage, WOMACK's legendary track entitled Across 110th Street was used in 2007's American Gangster starring Denzel WASHINGTON. It also has been sampled through the years by several artists including members of the Wu-Tang Clan, Bone Thugs and Harmony and the Game.

Buraka Som Sistema - Hangover (Ba Ba Ba)

2011-11-23T07:31:00.000-08:00

Buraka Som Sistema combines popular electronic dance and Portuguese hip hop to create a unique musical sound. Accredited with developing the kudoro aka hard-ass sound, Buraka Som Sistema transplants the life of South West African street culture to European and American dance floors. To see this perfect musical balance checkout their latest single, Hangover.

Buraka Som Sistema - Hangover (BaBaBa) by IDseedCOM

Damien Walters - Professional Stuntman

2011-11-16T06:58:00.000-08:00

Everyone needs a good stuntman and if I were the likes of Frank Lebouef or Fabien Barthez I would definitely look into hiring Damien Walters. The former gymnast and European Champion has literally tumbled his way into Hollywood, appearing in numerous box office action thrillers: Ninja Assassin, Captain America and more recently Sherlock Holmes II. Checkout some of his stunts after the jump.

Dortmund Fans Push Their Team to Victory

2011-11-13T17:49:00.000-08:00

Dortmund, the yellow submarine of the Bundesliga in Germany were crowned champions last year thanks to the expertise of their Coach, and the outstanding support of their fans. Though the start of the season has been a bit shaky, the fans decided to uplift their team last weekend against Wolfsburg.

The Signal Iduna Park, formally known as the Westfalenstadion, built back in the 70's has the capacity of hosting up to 83,000 supporters, most of whom showed up dawning the yellow and black colors of the club. The incredible amount of support the Dortmund fans provide their team was reflected recently in an outstanding display of fan love pictured above. Dortmund went on to win the game 5-1, thrashing the struggling Wolfsburg side.

"Wunder, bunder, bundesliga"

Wenger Skill

2011-10-10T16:33:00.000-07:00

There's no questioning that Arsene Wenger is one of the greatest coaches of all time, but who knew he had such raw technical talent. Despite a very disappointing start to the season Arsenal fans rest assure, the Professor knows football and he will lead the Gunners back to the top.

Drake - Headlines

2011-10-02T23:51:00.000-07:00

Take Care coming soon. Drake just droped a little pearl, a visual for his latest jam. Seems as though the Midas touch is expanding, looking forward to what else he and his YMCB clique have in store for us.

I guess [only] "They know, they know, the know..." LOL

Drake ~ Headlines (Official Video) from OctobersVeryOwn on Vimeo.

Back to the Future Part II's Nike MAG

2011-09-08T21:04:00.000-07:00

The kicks worn by Marty McFly in Back to the Future II are finally coming out. With its own personality, lights and auto-lacing included and all. Step your kick game up [off the ground]. All we need now is the hovercraft [Matel better get to work].

The future is here!

Dark Souls - You are not Ready!

2011-08-25T01:12:00.000-07:00

One of the most anticipated games of the year! Namco Bandai is preparing the launch of Dark Souls in early October. Here's a preview after the jump!

Follow them @namcobandai & @NamcoBandai_SA today!

Nasri walks away from Gunners

2011-08-24T08:00:00.000-07:00

After passing his medical in Manchester, the left bench warmer [actual positions] who opted to sit on a start-studded citizens bench rather being a star in London, signed for his new contract today. After Patrick VIERA, Kolo TOURE, Emmanuel ADEBAYOR and Gael CLICHY, Nasri is the fifth gunner who chose to make the switch which subsequently turns Manchester City into Arsenal beta. After all we share common goals, winning the EPL, the champion's league and beat Manchester United. Arsene please get to work and sign us some stars [not soon to be stars].

Forever Forward

2011-08-02T19:43:00.000-07:00

Moving forth from, the gunners are starting a strong campaign for the coming season. The arrival of Gervinho and the marketing push suggests we'll have alot to cheer for. Even Spike LEE attests to the forthcoming success of our beloved Gunners. Great leather piece, reflecting thinigs to come. Still awaiting the good news though, whe will bendtner finnaly get out of here!?

L'ombre de TAPIE, couvre le Trophee des Champions 2011 (TAPIE oversees the Super Cup in France)

2011-07-27T23:36:00.000-07:00

Suspect finish! After french Minister and OM official Berbard TAPIE was jailed in 1996, Marseilles fans and officials tried to wash off the tittle of "cheaters" from their track record. They spent a season in la Ligue 2 as people were baffled they were involved in a game fixing scandal. As part of theair pre-season preparations, Marseilles the French Ligue Cup winners face Lille, the Ligue 1 Champions in the battle of the 2011 champions. Lille led three goals to one up to the 83rd minute, which raised a few eyebrows. In the spend of seven minutes, five goals were scored eventually leading to the first title of the year for the Marseilles team. Though it is true Gervinho has left for London, there is no explaination as to why the French champions lost a 3-1 lead in such a short period of time. Interesting indeed...

Sergio Aguero passes his Medical in Manchester

2011-07-27T13:54:00.001-07:00

Mere speculations until he is presented holding the sky blue shirt... or is it?

Watch the Throne

2011-07-25T23:11:00.001-07:00

Excitement is building up as two of the most influential and hit-making pair of artists joining forces. We were already blown away from their release of "Otis", sampling the ever so soul legend Otis REDDING.

We now bring to you another leak featuring La Roux and a heavy reference to the Big Pun from his smash single "Its so Hard" [That's my miss, I paid for them t!@%#, get your own you." The perfect hip hop balance. Hip hop heads and even the geekiest music amateur surely find themselves salivating at the thought of what about to be released. Countdown still going [just appears to be reeeeaaaalllllyyyy ssssssllllllloooooowwww due to the excitement]

To appease your excitement, enjoy a documentary of the making of the album below.

Evolution of Touchdown Dance

2011-07-25T12:28:00.000-07:00

The NFL Lock Out is finally over! ESPN teamed up with the guy from the Evolution of Dance to create an amazingly hilarious video to celebrate the return of football. Nothing like balancing the epic return of football with an epic three minute long celebration, where's the flag??

Kanye West & Jay-Z ft. Otis Redding - Otis

2011-07-21T19:36:00.000-07:00

As the release of what has the potential to be the album of the year, a hip-hop reference for years to come [as long as they put that H.A.M. disaster behind them] Hov and Yeezy are beginning to serve the amuse gueles. Reverting to what he does best, combining his personal [neo]new-age sound and the soulful music which rocked [most of] our cradles Kanye WEST uses the ever so recognisable voice of Otis REDDING to spice up a tribute to the musical legend. Watch this space for more Watch the Throne updates.

New Nike Ad feat. Vado

2011-07-21T17:51:00.000-07:00

Say what you may about Cam'ron, nothing can be said about his ability to recognize talent nor can we question his ability to get he and his team working with large companies. Step back watch the careers of this young Harlem native take off, Vado!

Finally Some Good News

2011-07-11T20:21:00.000-07:00

The sun typically shines after the storm, especially after a six year storm that has slowly but surely depleted our [fan base] resources. As gunner fans, we have been enduring what may seem an eternity of disappointment; an insatiable thirst for success and unfulfilled potential has been casting a shadow on our beloved Emirates Stadium.

As the sun begins to rise on a new season, the dawn of success is slowly peeking its head out, preluded by winds of change and opportunity. Amongst the many rumors which have been meandering about our camp, two [ideal] scenarios are proving more realistic as the countdown to the start of the 2011-2012 season approaches; the departure of niklas [the Danish disaster] bendtner and the arrival of Gervinho from the French League and Cup Champions Lille.

Though it has not [yet] been confirmed from Arsène WENGER & Co, it seems very likely that the Gunners will finally off-load their bad luck charm as bendtner was left out of the squad currently training in Malaysia. Not sure what team would be dumb enough to acquire his [lack thereof] services, but as conniving car dealer would, we should cover his blemishes as much as possible [keeping him off the pitch, with his mouth shut, with sunglasses and a hat on to conceal his identity] so that a foolish and innocent passerby can be fooled into taking him off our hands.

The gunners and the EPL however, should in fact be excited about the arrival of Gervinho; a true breath of fresh air to our squad. An attack minded forward, hard working with the hunger for success and the heart of an up-coming star with everything to prove. The #10 along side the likes of Didier DROGBA, Salomon KALOU, Yaya & Kolo TOURE [to name a few Ivorian Coast stars], Gervinho combines African heart and determination with European [footy] fundamentals and a Brazilian [name] flare which will keep us yearning for more.

Bienvenu Gervinho! Watch this space for more…

Nike PSG Home 11/12 Jersey

2011-07-01T08:06:00.001-07:00

Behold the new PSG Home 2011/2012 Jersey. With a new cash flow of Qatar money flooding the club, expect some big names to be written across the back of this jersey.

Arsenal - Men will become Gods

2011-06-25T16:59:00.000-07:00

After an extremely disappointing season, it seems as though the sun is preparing to rise again on our beloved Emirates Stadium. With [wonderful and delightful] news of the departure of certain players proving to be unworthy of the Gunner shirt, a new wind is arriving. The essential is for Arsene and the lads to return to their old [winning], a tabula rasa which should rely on the memory of the initial Gunners who started the club by pitching in 6 pence each for a leather ball. As we await to here the news of transfer completion, bottle of champagne are kept fresh and ready to be popped open as we welcome some fresh faces to the squad. The wind of change is indeed sparking a lot of excitement.

Fifa 2012 Promotion launced at E3

2011-06-15T16:59:00.000-07:00

"I truly love the of football, and I live my passion for it through Fifa"

EA games begin their marketing campaign for the upcoming 2012 edition of Fifa, hiring an array of stars varying from artists to players [former and current] explaining how important the game is to them. With a roster including Kaka, Lil Wayne and Drake to name a few, the build up for the anticipation has been launched [even though it has been anticipated since arrival of the previous edition].

Jay-Z, about Hip-Hop

2011-06-14T19:56:00.000-07:00

Mr. Jay-Z, elaborates on his opinion of hip-hop being true art form, and how viewers should take the time to step back and observe it on a second degree. Though it is true that many contemporary rappers have polluted the style of the genre, Hip-Hop will still and always remain Hip-Hop, a balanced form of self-expression and cultural representation. Jay's Decoded book should be in your gazebo this summer or at the very least on your book shelf to make sure that [hating or loving Hip-Hop] you can build a valid opinion on this [potentially amazing when well used] art form.

Ronaldinho Still Amazing

2011-06-14T15:44:00.001-07:00

I would still prefer an overweight Ronaldinho over any of the chumps we had on Arsenal this past season. In that light, hopefully Wenger gets his wits together and signs someone with at least half of Dinho's skills, cause this Bendtner and Arshavin approach is just not panning out.

Nike Tiempo IV Elite

2011-06-09T08:16:00.000-07:00

Exclusive images of the Nike Tiempo IV Elite are here! After being overshadowed by the F50 series Nike has had to reestablish themselves as the world's best football boot brand. Set to release on 7/1/2011, the new Tiempo features a carbon sole plate, flywire technology, and premium kangaroo leather. Expect this boot, and Nike, to once again dominate the pitch.

E3 - Exclusives Part 1 [the Wii U]

2011-06-08T22:23:00.000-07:00

E3,the top notch conversion for gamers has been going on in the heart of LALA land [not Peter Pan land but SoCal LA] for the last couple of days. Namco-Bandai has been doing an amazing job covering the event with [Filthy]Rich and Adrianne Curry [Girl who married the Brady Bunch guy]. The event gained the attention of the entire world, when Nintendo introduced their latest creation the Wii U. An integrated blend of Nintendo technology and contemporary [iPad like] gadgets. Let me know what you think.