SAMPLE OF THE DAY

Jadakiss and Styles P. "One More Step" v. Michael Jackson - "Almost There"

As we continue to mourn and celebrate the life of MJ, I will be bringing you more Michael samples. Long live the King of POP!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FEijCqBlI8&feature=PlayList&p=DC2637930EC79624&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=45 (Jada)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbgrWa-cgQ4 (Michael Jackson)

MJ's original version makes me cry and I am a grown a$$ man. I'm not emotional because he's gone, but because it's a such a good song. I hope music has this effect on you...it certainly should.

Enjoy.

-DJ JOE BROOKS

MARILYN MANSON IS CRAZY AS HELL

I have always personally thought that Marilyn Manson was a contrived act whose sole purpose was to stir controversy and sell records. The makeup...the clothes...the rumors about the missing ribs...(side eye)...was but a well orchestrated act not unlike the Truman Show. However, this interview of Manson discussing his break up with Evan Rachel Wood is beyond disturbing.

http://www.fashion.ie/aggregator/gossip/182511-marilyn-manson-sick-man-where-s-your-surprise

DIZZY GILLESPIE - "TIN TIN DEO"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHQaUNeErVM

Peep this old school joint from Dizzy and a few friends. This is truly that smooth, relaxing, cigar puffing, cheek to cheek dancing, cognac sipping music.

Enjoy.

-DJ JOE BROOKS

NAS AND DAMIAN MARLEY - "DISTANT RELATIVES"

http://www.kanyeuniversecity.com/blog/?em3106=235639_-1__0_~0_-1_6_2009_0_0&em3298=&em3282=&em3281=&em3161=

Kanye West provides us a behind the scenes look at a collaboration that is sure to deliver the hottest tracks of the summer.

Man I hope Nas doesn't get to "preachy" on this joint. Nasty Nas has the tendency to get on some T.D. Jakes + Black Power High School History Teacher steez on his albums.

Enjoy.

-DJ JOE BROOKS

FROM HOMELESS TO HARVARD

This is truly a touching story of fortitude and dedication. Recent high school graduate Khadijah Williams of Los Angeles was recently accepted into Harvard University. Ms. Williams and her family have been homeless most of her life, having gone to 12 different schools in 12 years.

YES WE CAN!

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/education/2009364589_harvard21.html

R.I.P. MICHAEL JACKSON

MJ's Greatest Dance Moves

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKBLxh3u0tM

Michael Jackson's Life in Pics
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/06/25/michael-jacksons-life-in_n_221126.html

Enjoy.

-DJ JOE BROOKS

MOS DEF ALBUM AVAILABLE AS A T-SHIRT

http://pitchfork.com/news/35642-os-mutantes-sign-to-anti-ready-new-album/

Yes, the Mighty Mos Def's new joint Ecstatic is available in stores as a t-shirt.

"Here's a new one: Mos Def's BNM'ed new album The Ecstatic is available as a T-shirt. As in: You can buy a shirt that has The Ecstatic's Killer of Sheep-interpolating cover art on the front, its tracklist on the back, and a download code for the album on a hang tag." -Pitchfork

This album is hot to death! It's been looping in the car, the house, and the office ever since I copped it. Go out and get it!

-DJ JOE BROOKS

SAMPLE OF THE DAY

Slum Village - "Reunion" vs. John Abercromie - "Timeless"



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qyT4Hxl4ck&feature=related (Slum Village)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OB81p8FXMw (Mr. Abercrombie) sampled @ the 9:15 -9:22 min mark

"I like this clip because it shows this dudes reaction when he hears the high pitch keyboard note (whale sound). You know you got something when your involuntary response is to cover your mouth.... OMG (haha)" - Kev Chapman

-Enjoy

-DJ JOE BROOKS

OFFICER I SWEAR I DIDN'T KNOW SHE WAS 14!!!

http://www.myfoxdc.com/dpp/news/offbeat/dpgo_Club_Sues_14_Year_Old_Stripper_fc_20090622_2598210

You have got to be kidding me! This dude has nerve enough to say a 14 year old conned him into letting her work as a stripper in his club. Turns out he actually kidnapped her and forced her to dance. If this turns out to be true they should put him under the jail. I know they keep the lights low at the "gentleman's ballet" but I feel like I would know a 14 year old stripper if I came across one. The Hannah Montana undies would be a dead giveaway.

-DJ JOE BROOKS

BIGGIE v. NAS RAP BATTLE!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQ9xdoVSxSs

Check out this video mash-up that depicts a NAS & BIGGIE rap battle that never actually took place. Big ups to DJ DOO WOP who put this joint together. For me it's too close to call. Long live NEW YORK!!

Enjoy.

-DJ JOE BROOKS

GORILLA SAYS GIMMIE FIFTY FEET!

What happens when a zoo keeper accidentally drops a knife in the Gorilla cage?
No worries...no one was hurt...but a few booty cheeks were clinched up until the knife was recaptured. Why does the Gorilla on the right look like this isn't the first time that he's been jacked for his bananas via knife point?

http://www.edmontonjournal.com/Travel/Knife+wielding+gorilla+shocks+visitors/1704496/story.html

SAMPLE OF THE DAY

JAY -Z - "Death of Autotune" (DOA) v. Janko Nilovic & Dave Sucky - "In the Space"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meNF7ZagM0A&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMuf_ekJhOs&feature=related

Enjoy.

-DJ JOE BROOKS

SAMPLE OF THE DAY

DRAKE "Lust For Life" v. Tears For Fears "Ideas As Opiates"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mwLDG1sbHs (sample starts at :20)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gEp9WRn8dk

Enjoy.

-DJ JOE BROOKS

BRUBECK FIFTY YEARS LATER...

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=105322899

Time will only tell if Nas, Jay-Z, and Pac will still resonate with people 50 years from now. Jazz great Dave Brubeck's iconic "Take Five" turns 50 this year. Some things just get better with time.

Enjoy.

-DJ JOE BROOKS

NEO-NAZIS IN THE ARMY NOW?!?!?!?!

Serving our country in the military has always stood at the pinnacle of self sacrifice and honor. Apparently to some, commitment to our armed services is nothing but a front to spread hatred and death. The actions of a few will never sully the dignity and courage of many.

http://www.salon.com/news/feature/2009/06/15/neo_nazis_army/index1.html

-DJ JOE BROOKS

SELL YOUR YOUR GRILL

Truly the country has fallen on hard times when folks are having to sell their "mouf ice". If you are a few months behind on your rent and have nothing else to sell...it may be time to hawk that grill. Log onto this website and send off your golden teeth so that your kids can get that Similac.

http://sellyourgoldteeth.com/

-DJ JOE BROOKS