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Young Jeezy Ft. Fabolous x Jadakiss - O.J. (Official Music Video)

2012-02-01T16:26:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Ladies and gentlemen, I am going to go on the record right now and declare this video a crime against humanity. There is absolutely NO reason that a song this good should have a video this cheap. SMH. They look like they shot this video with the budget of an unemployment check.

Look, we live in a day and age where this nigga Rick Ross keeps his chubby paws ion the trigger and is easily letting go like 4 high quality visuals per month for mere freestyles and mixtape joints(!) and still Mr. "Trap Or Die" himself, the blow baron moving white stones like Sharon (NOTE: Yup! I still got my bars up nigga!), "Young Jizzle With The Stamp In The Middle" appears content to just #KanyeShrug his way through life and drop colossal White Castle® burger fueled crappola on the world like this!? Nahh, yo this shit can't rock ... and Young Jeezy is my muthafuckin' man! Ayo! Word up, that wack ass red light effect alone should have made this whole production shutdown EARLY! Whatevs. It is what it is.

"Get Up! Get Up! Get Up! Cash Your Checks And Come On!"

2012-02-01T13:27:00.000-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Strictly as a matter of self-governance, and only in accordance with my own strongly held values and beliefs, I have always made it a point when publishing entries to this esteemed blog to not take the easy way out; to consistently scuttle the obvious in favor of something more inventive. To that end, although I have been gettin' my blog on for years, I have never posted this Bone Thugs-N-Harmony classic "1st Of Tha Month" on an actual 1st of the month ... Lol. Today that's all about to change. Fuck failed GOP candidate Hermain Cain and his "flat tax" plan, these Cleveland boys been living that "East 19-9-9-9-9" life! Happy Black History Month! "Wake up! Wake up! Wake up!"

Sonic For Hire: Tecmo Bowl™ = Hilarious! (NOTE: Especially For My Old Heads)

2012-01-30T21:07:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Ahhhhhh, yes ... just what Dr. Robotnik ordered! Press play and revel in some O.G. SEGA™ Genesis® heavily pixelated 16-bit fun courtesy of Sonic The Hedgehog and his illegal gambling friends ... lol. Maaaaaaaaan, I used to L.O.V.E. Tecmo Bowl™ too! Good shit! #1992

T.I. Ft. D.O.P.E. - Harry Potter (Official Music Video)(Teaser)(Off That "Fxck Da City Up" Mixtape Available For Download NOW!)

2012-01-30T20:52:00.004-05:00

Behind The Scenes: Teyana Taylor Ft. Wale "Make Your Move" Video Shoot.

2012-01-30T19:05:00.001-05:00

Behind The Scenes of Make Your Move from CLCTVE™ on Vimeo.

Scrilla Ft. Young Jeezy - I Ball, I Stunt (Official Music Video)

2012-01-30T15:50:00.000-05:00

Live From Australia: Tony Hawk Interviews Odd Future During The "Big Day Out" Tour @ Tony Hawk's Dissent TV.

2012-01-30T15:13:00.005-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER: Hey, everybody knows that Odd Future et. al. is all "Kool And The Gang" with me, but they should be the 2nd reason that ANYBODY watches this video. No, please be crystal fucking clear that the REAL story here is that Tony Hawk spared precious minutes of his life to even interview these amateur anarchists/hobby sk8rs at all.

If Y.O.U. only know Tony Hawk from his numerous endorsements and his hugely successful video game franchise, but know nothing of his historic tenure with Powell-Peralta® as general of the Bones Brigade and why he is unequivocally the Michael Jordan of skateboarding, Y.O.U. are truly, truly a highly pitiable lost young soul. SMH. In the profound words of one Rick Ross: "It's deeper than rap". Respect the architects.

The Uniform Experiment Double Hooded Trench Coat For Spring 2012 = Modern Trench Warfare.

2012-01-30T13:38:00.001-05:00

"The trench coat is a timeless jacket are here is a reinterpretation of the classic trench coat by uniform experiment from their soon to launch Spring/Summer 2012 collection. At first glance, the sky blue vertical zipper on the chest jumps right out, a common detail borrowed from outdoor jackets. Apart from the aforementioned detail, the Hooded Double Trench Coat retains its traditional silhouette. Highly durable cotton gabardine fabric is used to construct the navy colored coat and it is fitted with a large, detachable hood. Buckles and buttons are all color coordinated for a unified look, while a single silver chain loop stand out on the waist. This piece can be ordered through NOA’S ARK online shop in Japan."

Information Courtesy Of: Freshnessmag.Com

Available Online Here: Arknets.Co.Jp

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Try as I must to be an ever forward thinking individual, alas, at least for today, I am undeniably a creature of the moment. This morning is still bathroom-floor-too-cold status, but the sun is strong and, according to my PIX11 Morning News forecast (NOTE: Gracias Lisa Matteo!), we're due for yet another round of mild sauce come the middle of this week. This entire Winter season has been unseasonably friendly, however, woven into the fabric of this more than welcome weather pattern has been some rain, but anybody who knows me knows that I am NOT one to complain. Nope., I'm a go getter homie. I am results oriented.

Now, with that in mind and with specific regard to the weather, when it gets a little damp and chilly outside I don't trip, I just reach for my trusty trench coat. In (FUN) fact, what was originally viewed as simply a wise adult addition to my wardrobe has since become a beloved staple of my tout ensemble ... and I think that I might have found a worthy heir to the throne in this stunning Japanese export. That having been said, allow me to enthusiastically introduce to Y.O.U. the Uniform Experiment Double Hooded Trench Coat for Spring 2012.

Cardinal to fully appreciating the Livestyle fly minded philosophy and, indeed, a cornerstone of this democratic charismatic authority, is a willingness to look far beyond the "now" coupled with an innate ability to embrace both the old and the new in a generation-defying, trend defiling group hug. And this mack daddy mackintosh invites Y.O.U. to do just that!

Leave it to Hiroshi Fujiwara (NOTE: The founder of Fragment Design) and partner Hirofumi Kiyonaga (NOTE: The founder of the $500USD hoody pushing SOPHNET) to know exactly how to spike this conservative punch with just the right amount of Tokyo streetwear flair. Aside from the sky blue vertical zipper providing a burst of color to the chest, this trench remains piously true to the classic trench coat silhouette. However, it is precisely that lone break from the orthodoxy of proper rain coat religiousity that makes all of the difference in the world! I guess the Devil really is in the details. Act like Y.O.U. know bro. Respect this navy blue gabardine dream! This is Livestyle.

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 175

2012-01-29T10:21:00.000-05:00

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

Rick Ross - MMG Untouchable (Official Music Video)(Trailer)(Off That "Rich Forever" Mixtape Available For Download NOW!)

2012-01-26T15:49:00.004-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Look, professional Gold Medal Flour® masquerading as that raw stamped mantequilla salesman or not (NOTE: Frustratingly enough, an increasingly rare commodity in this day and age), make no mistake, Señor Rozay knows how to make music! And this song ... my nigga THIS song goes so hard in the ride right now it's not even funny. Stop playing. "BAAAAAAAAAAAAWSE!"

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 174

2012-01-22T10:56:00.000-05:00

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

PUSH! Montana - Dreamerzzz (Official Music Video)

2012-01-21T20:35:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: "FRESSSSSSSSSSH!"

Behind The Scenes: Waka Flocka Flame Ft. Drake "Round Of Applause (Remix)" (Co-Starring Draya Michele) Video Shoot @ CONVEYOROFCOOL.COM.

2012-01-21T15:21:00.002-05:00

WAKA FLOCKA FEAT. DRAKE - ROUND OF APPLAUSE [BTS VIDEO SHOOT] from Zingari Entertainment on Vimeo.

Freddie Gibbs x Madlib - Thuggin' (Official Music Video)

2012-01-21T13:52:00.006-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: First and foremost, big S/O to my brother-from-another-mother Hoya MC for putting my blood brother Jason AKA Niketown onto this song whom, in turn, put me onto this heater thanks to incessant decibel busting Apple® iPod Touch® sessions whilst on our daily route literally, ridin' around and gettin' it.

In the days to follow my introduction to this vibrantly villainous ode to the "G-Code", this song kind of took on a "Brotherhood Of The Travelling Gat"-like quality as I put my brother-from-another-mother Mandalay Jay AKA "Hulk Slogan" on, who then put yet another 1 of my brothers-from-another-mother on, PUSH! Montana, and so on and so forth.

How could we not though? This song is incredible and this video ... THIS video my nigga is gutter exposé National Geographic Drugs, Inc. status! Once I seent homie prepping for that home invasion with that "U-Turn" banana clip on deck (NOTE: A favorite among Southern gentlemen of ill repute, particularly those hailing from New Orleans), I knew that this visual would break all kinds of realness records for 2012! I L.O.V.E. it! Hood shit. Good shit!

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 173

2012-01-15T22:33:00.004-05:00

(NOTE: Astute long-time Livestyle subscribers - if able to look ever so briefly beyond the surface of this bubbly bonanza of girls - might have noticed that in addition to carefully curating a collection of curvaceous cuties each weekend with the often imitated, never duplicated "Brunch Bunch" that I also make an effort to artistically arrange these images in somewhat of a graduated pattern; basically in size order from smallest to largest and placing same sized images in succession of one another. To break up the monotony and give these fanciful portfolios of poontang pie more freedom of flow I will intermittently include some oversized pictures in the midst of smaller pictures; a pattern that remains largely consistent until the wide shot crescendo of the last 5 or so images of each thirst-quenching installment. I mention this all only to illustrate how little of a fuck was given when posting the visual VIAGRA® that is this candid picture of the Svedka Robot Girl AKA Ms. Amber Rose as this week's leadoff hitter. Do Y.O.U. see those thighs, those legs nigga!? #LUST)

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

Gillie Da Kid - Chicken Man (In-Studio Performance)(DJ Cosmic Kev "BellyOfDaBeast 4" DVD)

2012-01-12T20:24:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: SMH. There sure is a lot of estrogen-laced emo fuckery pollinating the airwaves these days that even got some O.G.'s harmonizing a little too much, but I know, I just KNOW that yall aint forget about Illy Philly's finest, the homie Gille Da Kid! Perish the thought.

Yes, quite arguably the single most electrifying persona to ever stand in front of a hood DVD interviewers Canon EOS 5D digital camera lens and give arrogant voice to unapologetic #SWAG is back (NOTE: "Jimmy From 5H" DOES rank an über close photo-finish 2nd to this man in pure interview-for-interview entertainment value though. Y.O.U. don't think so? Word? Go take a quick YouTube refresher course and get your mind right broschino)! And this time it's with some new raw music in the form of "Chicken Man": A delightfully anthemic cocaine carol tailor made for all the dope boys and dope girls proficient in breaking down and moving those bricks of boy and girl. Real recognize real. Good shit!

Yo Gotti Ft. Rick Ross - Harder (Official Music Video)

2012-01-12T15:59:00.001-05:00

Pusha T - Sweet (Freestyle)(Drake Diss)(Official Music Video)

2012-01-12T15:45:00.001-05:00

The Raf Simons "Chain" Oxford Shoe For Spring/Summer 2012 = "Now, That's What The Fuck I Call A 'Chain Reaction'"

2012-01-12T13:15:00.006-05:00

"Here is a great piece from highly coveted Belgian fashion designer Raf Simons with this chain oxford shoe representing a more conceptual side of the designer. With a shape and mould representing a more classic design with a premium leather upper and quality leather sole, the design is defined by the gold chain piping above the midsole providing a unique touch."
Information Courtesy Of: Slamxhype.Com

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Indeed, nearly from day numero uno, I have eagerly employed Livestyle as my personal bully pulpit, an authority from which I have made it my business to excoriate any and all things lame and likewise elevate our collective modern palette to that of a culturally comprehensive sartorial sommelier of sorts capable of truly distinguishing the best from the rest. Me no play, play ... lol. To that end, exploring the timelessness of style as constant and fashion as its tangible cyclical consumer-ready rebirth remains 1 of the great joys of my life! Our latest principle proving primping P.I.M.P. piece comes courtesy of brilliant Belgian design diviner Raf Simons and his sick "Chain" Oxford Shoe for Spring/Summer 2012.

Now, off the rip, yall know that - when executed expertly AND thoughtfully - I am a sucker for classic conservative wardrobe mainstays receiving the 2-shots-of-Booker's-Bourbon-on-an-empty-stomach twist ... lol. The chunky slum gold piping on these bad boys got these standard-issue hard bottoms turnt all the way the fidduck up! On the real, every man over the age of 25 needs to seriously, seriously invest in @ least 1 proper pair of shoes (NOTE: And I damn sure aint talking about some "I'm-not-really-into-the-whole-idea-of-dress-shoes-so-I'll-just-cop-some-all-black-kicks-just-to-get-me-in-the-club" monstrosities either! Stop playing.) and, if you're bold enough, THESE could very well be them. Y.O.U. can't live life scared to pull the trigger homie! Watch and learn. This is Livestyle.

BONUS:

In my sincere pursuit of achieving and championing a greater cultural refinement, the conversation that is Livestyle requires that any individual participating in this ongoing dialogue be fluent in an array of disciplines. As such, when applicable, it is up to me to successfully fulfill my duty of due diligence to identify and clarify any potentially cloudy allusions that I may have made in any given entry ... this shit though? This is a bit different.

I mean, the oft referenced and recycled by the likes of lesser MC's (NOTE: Yup! I am looking directly @ Y.O.U. Remy Ma.) Jay-Z line sourced from his "I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me)" *Cue Dancehall Reggae Bashment Selector Voice* "chine" shouldn't even need an explanation my nigga. This is basic fly individual protocol my G. Act like Y.O.U. know!

Young Jeezy Ft. Fabolous x Jadakiss - O.J. (Official Music Video)(Teaser)

2012-01-08T18:47:00.000-05:00

Young Jeezy | "OJ" feat. Fabolous x Jadakiss (Official Teaser) from By Any Means T.V. on Vimeo.

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: C.T.E. Wooooooooooooorld!

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 172

2012-01-08T10:38:00.001-05:00

Reverend T.D. jakes Approved.

Meek Mill (Freestyle)("The Wire 6" DVD) @WERUNTHESTREETS

2012-01-05T17:49:00.002-05:00

2 Chainz Ft. T.I. - Spend It (Remix)(Official Music Video)

2012-01-05T13:32:00.000-05:00

RozayVision: French Montana x Rick Ross Toast To His Record Deal With MMG x Bad Boy x Rick Ross Brings In The New Year @ Club Cameo In Miami, FL With DJ Khaled, Diddy x More.

2012-01-05T10:16:00.003-05:00

Uno.

Dos.

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: "BAAAAAAAAAAAAWSE!"

Happy (Belated) New Year 2012!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2012-01-05T08:04:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: My pen, a piece of paper, this keyboard and, increasingly, the notepad application on my shitty HTC Status™ Android™ have become the confessional booth by which and through which I am able to make public my pointedly opinionated affirmations regarding music, fashion, overall style and life. Indeed, what once was strictly the domain of my expansive and terribly expensive thoughts has now - thanks to my own license - become fanciful fodder for any and all aroused by my artistically slanted prose. So, as we cap off yet another stellar year of aesthetic aggregation, I find it once again necessary to let Y.O.U. know just how much I appreciate your participation. With Livestyle I have created, cultivated and, hopefully, instigated a lifestyle that embraces and encourages bold individuality in the face of today's soft-minded sartorial servants that desire nothing more than to render us ALL obedient Trendoids devoid of any excitable will that may dare think outside of the box ... and like a true P.I.M.P., I ALWAYS think outside of the box.

To that end, in the absence of inspiration that has seen the amount of posts on this blog dwindle, I thank Y.O.U. for your continued support. After nearly 4 years @ the helm of this esteemed online destination, it is my interactions with Y.O.U. that continue to make this profound labor of L.O.V.E. so worthwhile. At the end of the day, I'ma keep it a buck and let Y.O.U. know that I'm a bonafide hustler ... this blog is only 1 small immaculately laundered aspect of my felonious life. Wait, have I said too much? Fuck it ... we're all family ... lol.

In any event, for 2012 I sincerely want to advance the Livestyle ideology of quality over quantity and provide Y.O.U. a reliable cultural compass calibrated against only the finest things that this world has to offer. So, who's really ready to ride? Accept no substitutes. Let's get it in 2012! GOD Bless.

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 171 (The "Happy New Year 2012" Edition!)

2012-01-01T11:21:00.002-05:00

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

Smoke DZA - Christmas In The Trap (Official Music Video)(Off That "#SweetbabyKushedGod" EP Available For Download NOW!)

2011-12-26T22:07:00.001-05:00

50 Cent - They Burn Me (Official Music Video)(Off That "The Big 10" 10th Anniversary Mixtape Available For Download NOW!)

2011-12-26T20:17:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Whilst I'd much, much, much rather watch your standard issue generic big booty bitches, money and cars G-Unit video than be subjected to this hospital burn unit bullshit that got 50 Cent in full NOT so special effects creepy Freddy Krueger face mode, this song itself is un-fuckin'-deniable homie. I aint heard Curtis give it up like this in awhile. Message To 50 Cent: Now, THIS is how it should be done. Stay the course!

Merry Christmas 2011 = No Politics ... Just Lots Of Gifts, Family x L.O.V.E.!

2011-12-26T14:50:00.002-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Having spent the better part of yesterday wrapped up in a whirlwind of unwrapping presents against a blessed backdrop of bountiful holiday bites and loving family, I was obviously remiss in doling out my wishes of Christmas cheer to my beloved Livestyle community. My apologies. Thankfully, my sentiments of peace, L.O.V.E. and good will towards all are non-perishable. With that, I invite Y.O.U. all to free your hide-bound hearts and rejoice in the universal spirit of charity and faith.

Yes, "faith" ... that most confuzzling of constitutions. In this case NOT a faith that regularly pits mainstream ecclesiastical Christians against hardline literal Christians that deem our common Christmas celebrations as nothing more than socially acceptable corporate sponsored Pagan ritualism, but a faith that celebrates our shared humanity and isn't afraid to hand out some kick ass gifts ... lol. Stop playing. Message To The Loyal Livestyle Community: GOD Bless Y.O.U., one and all. Now, pass the Coquito!

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 170 (The "Merry Christmas 2011" Edition!)

2011-12-25T11:26:00.005-05:00

(NOTE: As previously discussed, although the publishing of multiple - mouthwatering though they may be - images of any single voluptous vision of #LUST in any given "Brunch Bunch" post is greatly discouraged, I am not afraid to pull the trigger and temporarily suspend this particular fundamental statute of the Livestyle governing charter when both the need AND nature arises ... lol. Besides, it's Christmas homie ... a little extra L.O.V.E. always makes the perfect gift. You're welcome. You're ALL welcome!)

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

Ludacris Ft. Meek Mill - Say It To My Face (Sean Jay (Field Mob) x Drake Diss 2.0)(Official Music Video)

2011-12-23T17:47:00.000-05:00

A Fabolous Christmas ("T.I.N.C. 3" Trailer) x Fabolous Talks "T.I.N.C. 3" Release Date, Production x Features @ Vibe.Com.

2011-12-23T15:51:00.003-05:00

A Fabolous Christmas from By Any Means T.V. on Vimeo.
Uno.

Dos.

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Look, for all of his punchliney lyrical talents and above average MC'ing capabilities, Fabolous still has an uncanny knack for delivering underwhelming formulaic sappy efforts when it comes time to drop a full length album, but his mixtapes ... his mixtapes are an entirely different story my nigga.

That having been said, I'ma most definitely download this DJ Drama hosted "T.here I.s N.o C.ompetion 3 (Death Comes In The 3's)" mixtape come Christmas Day and see what the fuck is up with the homie Sport Lo. Hopefully "T.I.N.C. 3" avoids the trash bin. LOL. I mean, off top this "A Fabolous Christmas" promo trailer is cinematic cocaine, so I'm expecting the whole batch to comeback when it's time to cook. SMH. Forgive me for my brief, albeit potentially confusing, excursion into drug dealer lingo ... lol. Just know that 12/25/11 is almost here boys and girls! Stay tuned.

#OccupyWallStreet: The LEGO® Set = Hilarious!

2011-12-22T23:46:00.000-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: "This drum circle's getting loud and smells like dirty Band-Aid®s ... call the brigade!" BWAAAA HAAAAAAAAAAA! ( -̩̩̩͡˛ -̩̩̩͡ ) ( -̩̩̩͡˛ -̩̩̩͡ )

2 Chainz - Money Makin' Mission (Official Music Video)(Off That "TruREALigion" Mixtape Available NOW!)

2011-12-22T21:08:00.002-05:00

Maino x DJ Drama - Hand Of GOD (Official Music Video)(Directed By J.K. Billings)

2011-12-22T20:57:00.002-05:00

Drake Ft. Lil Wayne x Tyga - The Motto (Official Music Video)

2011-12-22T19:31:00.005-05:00

Drake ~ The Motto Featuring Lil Wayne & Tyga (Official Video) from OctobersVeryOwn on Vimeo.

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Ummmmmm, was Drake styled by Mase circa 1996 for this video? Really my nigga? Baseball gloves? That's how Y.O.U. feel? I don't care if son is flammin' a Supreme x The North Face® Leopard Print Nuptse ... 1 does NOT cancel out the other. As a matter of fact, if you're not a girl, 99% of the time leopard print is str8 unacceptable! Fuck the dumb shit. Niggas just need to chill ... seriously.

Anyway, I thought that a grown man rocking Nike baseball gloves without nary a batting cage in sight was horrific enough, but that fashion snafu pales in comparison to Lil Wayne and his fluorescent lime green moonboots. SMH. I had to deadass do a double take when I 1st seen them shits. I just witnessed this turkey throw up his "I-pay-for-protection" honorary Blood Gang "B"'s, hop his ass up off the hood of a classic California ganxta standard red 1964 Chevrolet Impala and attempt to get his G-stroll on in a pair of fluorescent lime green moonboots! And I know aint NOBODY on that video set told that nigga nothing! For shame YMCMB, for shame. Question For The Youth: And these are your idols? No bueno.

Trailer: T.I. "F*ck Da City Up" Mixtape Dropping Soon!

2011-12-22T12:02:00.000-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: The "KAAAAAAAAAAANG" is back!

The Kardashian Family Christmas Card For Holiday 2011 = Dope Picture. Terrible Christmas Card.

2011-12-22T10:59:00.000-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: First and foremost, what the fuck kind of True Blood/The Vampire Diaries shit is this? This family photo is like anti-Christmas. When the misinformation Conservative cabal @ FOX News and their soft minded surrogates go off on a tangent about there being some far reaching Liberal/Socialist/Communist (NOTE: Because, afterall, they're all the same thing, right?) conspiratorial "War On Christmas", THIS Kardashian Family Christmas Card for Holiday 2011 is precisely the type of shit they're talking about b. SMH. I mean, this picture and it's timing is almost inappropriate. When your name is synonymous with vacuous vanity fare why Y.O.U. would choose to release a picture that is all Vanity Fair for the Holidays is beyond me. Un-fucking-believable!

Speaking of "un-fucking-believable", how about Kourtney's ass in this picture though my nigga? It's like Kim and her wagon didn't even suit up and hit the field for this photoshoot. Plus, she's surrounded by pure unadulterated evil 1%er #SWAG in the form of baby pops Scott Disick and their demon spawn Mason ... AKA Son Of #SWAG ... lol. Shit is most definitely real.

Steve Stoute Interviews Lady Gaga x Talk Kanye West, Jay-Z x How Hip Hop Culture Has Influenced Her Career @ AOL.Com ("The Tanning Effect")(Pts. 1 x 2)

2011-12-18T20:39:00.002-05:00

Young Jeezy Performs "Superfreak" Live @ His "TM: 103" Album Release Party @ King Of Diamonds Gentlemen's Club In Miami, FL.

2011-12-18T14:25:00.002-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: C.T.E. Wooooooooooooorld!

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 169

2011-12-18T10:43:00.002-05:00

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

Common - 16 Bars @ HipHopDX.Com.

2011-12-16T22:42:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Never forget that Common is a certified beast on the M-I-C! Press "PLAY" and watch my lady's step father (NOTE: Yeah, yeah, yeah, I've got jokes my nigga, but yall will never know how scarily close to reality that statement is ... lol) drop a quick dope-sick fix 16. Let's get it!

Lupe Fiasco - Double Burger With Cheese (Official Music Video)(Off That "Friend Of The People" Mixtape Available For Download NOW!)

2011-12-16T20:17:00.004-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: On the real, I don't even fux with Lupe Fiasco like that - his self righteous arrogance borders on delusional and doesn't sit well with me @ all - but, THIS song and video my nigga ... THIS shit is genius. WARNING: Step your hood cinema classics game ALL the way up before even attempting to watch this video. Good shit!

Haute Living: Swizz Beatz Interviews Carmelo Anthony x Talk The NBA Lockout, Playing For The NY Knicks x More @ Hautetime.Com.

2011-12-15T20:52:00.004-05:00

Haute Living: Carmelo Anthony Interviewd by Swizz Beatz from w a r h o n on Vimeo.

Behind The Scenes: Young Jeezy Ft. Fabolous x Jadakiss "O.J." Video Shoot On Location In NYC @ MTVNews.Com.

2011-12-15T17:21:00.008-05:00

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CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: C.T.E. Wooooooooooooorld!

Gunplay - Bogota (Official Music Video)(Co-Starring The Extra #LUSTY Model Bubbles)

2011-12-15T16:16:00.004-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Listen, my feelings towards Model Bubbles are nooooooooooo secret. This bitch has become a permanent fixture in the fantasy team brothel that furnishes my inappropriate thoughts. SMH. The #LUST is strong ... correction *Cue Dirty South Voice* "SKRONG" ... lol. Stop playing.

Young Jeezy - Nothin' (Official Music Video)("TM: 103" In Stores 12/20/11)

2011-12-15T15:39:00.002-05:00

50 Cent - Wait Until Tonight (Co-Starring Mizz DR x That Fat Ole Ass Of Hers)(Official Music Video)

2011-12-15T14:33:00.000-05:00

The Limited Edition Amongst Friends x Highsnobiety Field Boot = A Change For The Better.

2011-12-15T13:24:00.000-05:00

Spotted Online Here: Highsnobiety.Com

Available Online Here: Sotostore.Com

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Today I realized that I have been in somewhat of a fashion funk lately. As I scour the pages of magazines - online and off - I now find myself in a barren land virtually bereft of any refreshing inspiration. The sad winds of aesthetic lethargy born of a special kind of deluded arrogance howl throughout the night as my frigid hands ache to pop tags on some sincerely dope new gear. All is not lost, however, as there are still brief glimmers of hope that encourage me on my mission à la mode this particularly difficult fashion season. Case In Point: The Amongst Friends X Highsnobiety Field Boot.

Now, I fully understand that to the Timberland faithful (NOTE: As a Brooklynite a religious sect that I am a member of by birthright) to recognize another field boot borders on heresy, but I am here to tell Y.O.U. that such narrow mindedness is wrong AND completely out of step (NOTE: Yup! That's a pun there ... lol) with what it truly means to be "Heroin Chic".

The brain trust behind the online oracle of elevated street style @ Highsnobiety got down and dirty on the cross-branding collabo with Amongst Friends to gives us these premium suede and nylon upper sharp as shit shit kickers. Aaaaaand these bad boys are limited to a global run of only 70 pairs to boot (NOTE: Puns on puns on puns ... lol)! Who could front on that? I might have to snatch me up a pair of these for the holidays. Good shit!

The NYC Premier Of Young Jeezy's "A Hustlaz Ambition" Docu-Movie @ Sunshine Theater x After Party @ Beauty & Essex @ USDA2DAYTV.

2011-12-13T23:41:00.005-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Yup, "Young Jizzle With The Stamp In The Middle" knows how to bring the hood out in full force every muthafuckin' trip!

Now, of course your standard issue music industry movers and shakers paid loyal homage to Young Jeezy on the eve of the release of his oft pushed back "T.hug M.otivation 103" L.ong P.layer (NOTE: And now Y.O.U. know what L.P. stands for ... lol) and made the proper pilgrimage to NYC's Sunshine Theater for the premier of his Samuel L. Jackson narrated docu-movie, "A Hustlaz Ambition", followed by an after party @ the swanky lounge-as-gastropub Beauty & Essex, but seeing my brother-from-another-beautiful-mother PUSH! Montana and Wink Loc in attendance just took this event to another level! SMH. Is there anywhere on GOD's green earth that Brooklyn DON'T go? That's a rhetorical question my G. Yes, I am unabashedly partial to my niggas ... and there is absolutely nothing that Y.O.U. can do about it CHUMP! LOL. C.T.E. Wooooooooooooorld!

T.I. Ft. Pharrell - Here Ye, Here Ye (Official Music Video)

2011-12-13T15:10:00.002-05:00

Get More: T.I., Here Ye, Hear Ye, Here Ye, Hear Ye, Free Music Videos

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Gather 'round one and all and bear teary eyed witness as trumpets blare announcing the welcome return of the "KAAAAAAAAAAANG" accompanied by a spittin' ass iambic pentameter punishing Skateboard P on this "Here Ye, Here Ye" joint. Aint no special effects budget busting bells and whistles here boys and girls ... just a cleverly streamlined brilliant visual from the homie T.I.P. Now, THIS is how it should be done. Good shit!

Meek Mill Ft. Young Chris - House Party (Official Music Video)

2011-12-11T16:13:00.008-05:00

Get More: Meek Mill, House Party, Music, More Music Videos

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: SMH. Soooooooooooooooo, after pushing the "PAUSE" button @ full force on Meek Mill's "Rookie Of The Year" momentum in order to, presumably, give Wale's wack juice soaked "Ambition" album an ice cube's chance in H-E-Double-Hockey-Sticks to make any amount of respectable noise, M.aybach M.usic G.roup finally decided to cut the crap and get back to the real. Niggas should've been dropped a video for this joint! This song was knockin' waaaaaaaay back in August bro. I almost don't care anymore ... almost ... lol. It is what it is.

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 168

2011-12-11T10:07:00.001-05:00

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

French Montana Ft. Charlie Rock - Shot Caller (Official Music Video)

2011-12-10T15:53:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: From skinny Blood sympathizer to becoming the latest signee @ Diddy's rape factory, Bad Boy Records, yes, French Montana has certainly come a long way. Every so often something is so bad that it creates a disturbance in the badness continuum that incredibly allows it to come full circle and actually become good - such is the case with with the musical stylings of The Bronx's own self appointed Mayor of Cocaine City. Hey, I aint even mad @ this nigga ... I fux with son. Plus, homie got Top 5 dead or alive Instagram ingenue Yaris Sanchez as the principle in this video too! Shit is most definitely real. On that note, I hereby I nominate French Montana for this week's "Best Week Ever" title. Tell me I'm wrong ... I dare ya ... lol. Good shit!

50 Cent Talks Giving Back, His SYNC By 50 Headphones, The Current State Of Music x Becomming A Billionaire @ WSJ.Com.

2011-12-07T22:47:00.003-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: The mark of a truly bonafide hustler is NOT singularly rooted in how much money they generate @ any given time. Anybody can get lucky ... once. No, what separates the flash-in-the-pan flashing some grands from the most Machiavellian of money getters is their uncanny ability to recognize new profit opportunities and quickly make the necessary strategic adjustments to position themselves for success in that lane. Couple this "ahead of the curve" thinking with an endearing newly diagnosed case of the "I've-got-more-than-enough-money-now" philanthropy bug and you've got 50 Cent circa 2011.

Diversification is key and, while his musical career stalled on the shoulder of the Billboard hits highway a looooong time ago (NOTE: Pop-culturally speaking of course. Shit is like dog years b ... lol), Curtis the consummate hustler knows that 1 monkey don't stop no show. Press play and watch the homie from Southside Jamaica, Queens chop it up real proper like with Lee Hawkins of the Wall Street Journal. Real recognize real. Good shit!

Freeway (Freestyle)("Streets On Lock 2" DVD) x Young Chris (Freestyle)("The Wire 6" DVD Coming Soon!) @ WERUNTHESTREETS

2011-12-07T17:48:00.001-05:00

Uno.

Dos.

Fabolous x Hit-Boy @ Westlake Studios In Hollywood, CA Working On "Loso's Way 2".

2011-12-05T22:46:00.002-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: If the tried and true Fabolous scientific formula for marginal success is to be applied to his next album, "Loso's Way 2" - and it almost invariably most certainly will - then Akai® MPC3000 maestro of the moment, Cali's own Hit-Boy, is finna be responsible for possibly 2 of the 3.5 records on son's new LP that are NOT going to be the lazy, disingenuous predictable carnival grade cotton candy fluff that this nigga regularly aims @ vulnerable and lonely bitches across the globe ... and that's just fine with me! LOL. From the sounds of things, the homie Hit-Boy got a fine tuned crackhead BIC® lighter and a nice aerosol can of Aquanet® ready for the industry! Good shit!

Young Jeezy Ft. Scrilla x Freddie Gibbs - Sittin' Low (Official Music Video)

2011-12-05T17:03:00.001-05:00

Rick Ross, Pill, Meek Mill x Torch (Triple C's) Ft. French Montana - Big Bank Take Little Bank (Official Music Video)

2011-12-05T16:47:00.000-05:00

Swizz Beatz Unveils The Brand New Special Edition Red Chrome Lotus In NYC.

2011-12-05T15:04:00.002-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Surely, much to the chagrin of more than a few of his "boom bap" production peers, Swizz Beatz - a man who, thanks to his early calling card of ridiculously simple yet irresistibly catchy preprogrammed-sounding CASIO® keyboard beats, once enjoyed a dizzying streak of platinum hits that garnered him commercial and financial success while simultaneously invoking the enmity of many of his contemporaries - has recently engineered a gradual though complete image overhaul recasting himself as a true artist (NOTE: For demonstrative purposes integral to the effectiveness of this post to be pronounced in the pompously pretentious European count/countess manner of "arteest").

Yup, gone are the Ruff Ryders logo laden bandannas and oversized t-shirts - now it's sharply tailored Maison Martin Margiela suits and Christian Louboutin boots. Baby mommas have been replaced and upgraded too - son got Mashonda the fuck up outta here and went and snatched up the beautiful and incredibly talented "1-bad-day-fried-Oreos®-binge-away-from-my-White-sides-genes-kicking-into-full-cankle-mode" Alicia Keys. Clearly, this man has a plan! Next up is cosmopolitan social positioning ... or, in this case, pole positioning!

Taking his matured metropolitan aesthetic to the racetrack, the newly minted VP of creative design and global marketing for the legendary British luxury sports and racing car manufacturer Lotus, just unveiled this special edition Red Chrome Lotus (NOTE: Personally designed by Swizzy!) a few nights back @ a star studded gala in NYC. *Cue "Coming To America" Voice* "That boy good!" LOL. "Vroom! Vroom! Start it up!"

Young Jeezy "A Hustlaz Ambition" Docu-Movie (Trailers 1 x 2 Of 5)(Narrated By Samuel L. Jackson)(Directed By Chris Robinson)

2011-12-04T17:16:00.000-05:00

Uno.

Dos.

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: C.T.E. Wooooooooooooorld!

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 167

2011-12-04T10:38:00.002-05:00

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

Frank Oceans Performs "Super Rich Kids" Live @ The Bowery Ballroom In NYC 11/27/11.

2011-11-30T21:19:00.001-05:00

Frank Ocean - Super Rich Kids from Meredith Truax on Vimeo.

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Listen man, I fux with Frank Ocean and all that, but my nigga gotta chill with the Bruce Springsteen "Born In The USA" bandanna though ... lol. This shit must cease before it catches on and spirals out of control becoming a hipster Trendoid pandemic of epic proportions b. Thousands could be killed. Momentarily allow your awestruck eyes to look past the catastrophic potential of his old mechanic bandanna, however, and this new song is yet another stellar feather in the snapback cap of this young OFWGKTA balladeer. Good shit!

Behind The Scenes: Young Jeezy Ft. Scrilla x Freddie Gibbs "Sittin' Low" Video Shoot On Location In Los Scandalous, CA.

2011-11-30T19:01:00.003-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: C.T.E. Wooooooooooooorld!

Young Chris - Class Is In Session (Official Music Video)(Off That "The Revival" Mixtape Available For Download NOW!)

2011-11-30T17:39:00.000-05:00

Meek Mill Ft. Rick Ross - Work (Official Music Video)

2011-11-30T17:19:00.002-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Yup, the seizures have ceased, "GOD Forgives, I Don't"'s buzz has increased, so now it's time for Señor Rozay and Meek Mill to get back to "Work"! There's coke to be stepped on and dreams to be crushed ... lol. "BAAAAAAAAAAAAWSE!"

GROW UP: The Limited Edition Moët & Chandon Golden Premium Jeroboam For Holiday 2011 = Go For The Gold!

2011-11-30T14:41:00.001-05:00

"Moët & Chandon have created the Golden Jeroboam to celebrate. The Impérial bottle is covered in twenty four carat gold leaf and comes with a specially designed pen so people can personalize it. The Golden Jeroboam’s art pays homage to the noble heritage of the Trianon architecture at the Moët & Chandon’s estate. It is adorned with an engraved medallion and real wax seal, bearing the celebrated stamp from Epernay, France."

Information Courtesy Of: Sybarites.Com

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Ironically, as aspirational in tone as many Hip Hop lyrics can be, only a handful of these pricey purchase practitioners exhibit the intellectual curiousity necessary to become fluent in the language of luxury. As such, whilst nouveau riche name droppers abound, most of them are just 3rd and 4th generation copies of some other guy who doesn't know much about what he's yammering about either ... lol. Indeed, sadly, class is in short supply.

Today, bombastic ballers buying out the bar have become particularly enamored with the Armand de Brignac "Ace Of Spades" brand and their signature gold bottles (NOTE: Yup, yet another slick Jedi Knight "mind trick" from the homie Jay-Z)! Now, of course the "gold bottle" craze is all well and good, but if we're really, really into poppin' honey hued bottles of bubbly, why not step it the fuck up and actually get a gold bottle my nigga!? Enter: The Limited Edition Moët & Chandon Golden Premium Jeroboam For Holiday 2011.

Hand-gilded by French artisan Arthus Berrand, the Golden Premium Jeroboam - flecked in majestic 24kt gold leaf - was designed to reflect the royal traditions of the storied champagne house and was directly inspired by the classic French Trianon architecture of the Moët & Chandon family estate. Shit is so real that this Impérial Nectar even comes equipped with a special stilus pen perfect for personalizing the face of this bottle for those in the gifting mood. Y.O.U. already know Y.O.U. aint gonna find this in the club homie! Stop playing. Show 'em what Y.O.U. got!

Birdman Ft. Nicki Minaj x Lil Wayne - Y U Mad? (Official Music Video)

2011-11-27T19:01:00.000-05:00

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CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: "As for your career ... dead ... Ghostbuster!" SMH. Yup, Sunday is typically a slow news day, so this is the type of inconsequential junk food filler content that occasionally gets posted my nig ... lol. It is what it is. Fuck it!

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 166 (The Happy Thanksgiving 2011 "Cornucopia Of Curves" Edition!)

2011-11-27T10:47:00.000-05:00

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

The Weeknd - The Knowing (Official Music Video)

2011-11-26T19:08:00.000-05:00

The Weeknd - The Knowing (Official Video) from xoxxxoooxo on Vimeo.

Beyonce - Dance For You (Official Music Video)

2011-11-26T14:55:00.000-05:00

Rihanna "Family Values" Mini-Documentary Narrated By Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter @ Rihannanow.Com.

2011-11-24T22:47:00.001-05:00

Rihanna on WhoSay

Ludacris - Bada Boom (Drake x Big Sean Diss)(Official Music Video)(Off That "1.21 Gigawatts" Mixtape Available NOW!)

2011-11-24T22:06:00.002-05:00

Live From New Orleans, LA: The YMCMB Thanksgiving 2011 Turkey Giveaway!

2011-11-24T20:26:00.002-05:00

2011 YMCMB THANKS GIVING TURKEY GIVEAWAY from DERICK G on Vimeo.

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Yeah, when you're worth millions and millions of dollars, giving away hundreds of turkeys to the impoverished residents of the hoods that birthed Y.O.U. is light work, but it's still a great look and very much appreciated. Real recognize real.

Happy Thanksgiving 2011!!!! Gobble! Gobble! Gobble!

2011-11-24T14:54:00.000-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Please let the record reflect that I am most certainly NO "jive turkey" ... lol. That having been well established, although Thanksgiving - and for that matter, sadly, most of our national holidays - has less than flattering origins, I instead choose to celebrate ALL of the family, food and fun that this anniversary has come to represent. Indeed, on this and every Thanksgiving, I am NOT commemorating the Colonial Holocaust that saw the systematic decimation of my Native brothers and sisters in the name of expansion. Nope, I am neither an anthropological apologist nor am I a historical revisionist - bullshitting myself and attempting to bullshit others is simply not my thing.

However, what IS my thing is toasting champagne fluted glass of ice cold Welch's® Sparkling White Grape Juice Cocktail (NOTE: Smh. This shit is the future! Yall don't feel me.) to my many blessings and taking a hearty stuffed stomach moment to sit back, reflect and truly appreciate life. Livestyle is a family and whether I know Y.O.U. personally or not, I value your readership and your commitment to supporting this quality brand. I sincerely pray that Y.O.U. and yours had a joyous day! GOD bless. This is Livestyle.

Behind The Scenes: Yaris Sanchez Smooth Girl "Jamaica" Photoshoot (Talks About Wanting To Have Orgies, Her Reverse Cowgirl Skills x Mucho Mas.)

2011-11-22T22:56:00.001-05:00

Yaris Sanchez – Smooth Girl Jamaica Video footage from Hennywiz on Vimeo.

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: THIS bitch ... this 20 year old bitch right here my nigga! Awww man homie. Good shit!

Young Jeezy Talks Working With Jay-Z x Andre 3000 On "I Do" x Going Down In History As A Legend @ XXL.Com.

2011-11-22T17:39:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: C.T.E. Wooooooooooooorld!

#Foulness

2011-11-22T13:29:00.003-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Hey man, funny is funny ... and this demotivational poster is most definitely FUNNY! SMH. And, as if to add insult to skinjury, homeboy had the unmitigated nerve to rock a black t-shirt thereby guaranteeing that absolutely NOBODY sees his Black ass when 1st looking @ this picture. Pure comedy.

Hold up though, what if this nigga is a diabolical genius? Maybe the joke's on us! Maybe infiltrating group shots, confounding Caucasoids and awkwardly forcing us ALL to face our deep seated prejudices is just how this Black asshole gets his kicks in this pasty White man's world! LOL. Nahh, chill ... it's just an unfortunate picture ... lol. Stop playing.

French Montana Celebrates His G-Day With Funkmaster Flex x DJ Camilo @ "Warning Wednesdays" @ Vin-Tich Lounge In NYC.

2011-11-21T17:48:00.002-05:00

DJ Camilo Warning Wednesday's from LoZeR FiLmS on Vimeo.

The Mitchell & Ness N.Y. Giants Vintage Skully = I Want!

2011-11-21T14:53:00.002-05:00

Available Online Here: Myfitteds.Com

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: After suffering a potentially career ending injury @ the hands of the all-powerful cultural chauffeur Jay-Z when he, himself a former poster child of athletic merchandise pride, called for the Hip Hop world to jettison their professional sports jerseys and "Change Clothes" in favor of a more refined button-up look, Mitchell & Ness has quietly made the long crawl back to dominance in these cold unforgiving streets.

Yup, thanks to the still thriving retrosexual revolution, Mitchell & Ness snapbacks and now vintage style thick ass skullies have ascended to cover the crowns of moving-fashion-forward-by-means-of-rewind d-boys in the know! Aint nothing crazy expensive or super exclusive about these my nigga ... and that's cool. As with all aspects of life, sometimes it really just is all about simple pleasures. This is Livestyle.

#NP: 2 Chainz Ft. Young Jeezy, Yo Gotti x Birdman - Slangin' Birds (Off That "TruREALigion" Mixtape Available NOW!)

2011-11-20T20:16:00.002-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: "You not iller ... I'm Godzilla on hard liquor ... if my baby momma cheatin' I hope GOD with her!"

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 165

2011-11-20T11:27:00.001-05:00

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

Young Jeezy Ft. T.I. - F.A.M.E. (Official Music Video) x Talks #OccupyWallStreet @ XXL.Com.

2011-11-18T22:15:00.003-05:00

Uno.

Dos.

Diddy Aint For All The Bullshit.

2011-11-18T17:37:00.002-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: I aint even gonna front, upon 1st reading the title to this video and from looking @ the video still, I deadass thought my nigga Diddy had really fueled up the Gulfstream (NOTE: Yes, that is what the "G" in "G5" stands for my rich-Hip-Hop-rhetoric-parroting-yet-sadly-unconversant-in-the-actual-language-of-opulence friends ... lol.), flew down to Pamplona, Spain and jumped over a bull! SMH. What the fuck was I thinking? LOL. Come on, that video still DOES look type real though, right? Whatever. Alas, it's just a not so special effects high dynamic CGI life like rendering of Puff "Rape Your Recording Budget With 0 Representation" Daddy somersaulting over a charging bull ... and it's a Ciroc commercial. Ehhh, what ya gonna do? I fux with it. Good shit!

Thursday Night T x A: The Rosa Acosta 2012 "Stretching" Calendar Preview @ Rosaacosta.Com = Jizz. In. My. Pantalones!

2011-11-17T17:47:00.008-05:00

Uno.

Dos.

Tres.

Young Jeezy ".38" (Mini-Movie/Documentary)

2011-11-17T17:24:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Despite numerous false starts that have seen the release date of his long awaited forthcoming album catch the Lebron James hairline fade, in the increasingly sonically neglected gutters of America - having been unceremoniously and abruptly abandoned by most of today's popular artists for greener and gentler emotional pastures - anticipation still abounds for Young Jeezy's T.hug M.otivation 103. And that's good because that "F.A.M.E." joint with the "Kaaaaaang", T.I.P., really aint shit my nigga ... lol. Thank Almighty GOD for unconditional L.O.V.E.! C.T.E. Wooooooooooooorld!

The Penfield USA (Black Bear Collection) x Jamieson’s "Gillman Vest" = 1 Down Ass Down Vest!

2011-11-17T15:04:00.008-05:00

"The Black Bear collection from Penfield is a premiere apparel line that focuses on traditional designs while investing in innovative fabrics. This Gillman Vest is a classic silhouette by Penfield and it combines high quality, 100% Shetland wool from Jamieson’s in Scotland. Multi-colored woven wool panels decorate the exterior on the shoulder yoke and pockets, contrasting the water resistant, navy outer shell. Open the snap buttons and it reveals yellow lining brightening up the interior, while housing 80% down and 20% feather padding inside it. This vest is currently available at end clothing in UK and select Penfield accounts around the globe."

Information Courtesy Of: Freshnessmag.Com

Available Online Here: Endclothing.Co.UK

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Admittedly, I am NOT head over "40 Below" Timberland rubberized heel in L.O.V.E. with this Penfield USA (Black Bear Collection) x Jamieson’s "Gillman Vest" - and it's ALL gay people's fault! Much as Adolf Hitler co-opted the swastika (NOTE: An ancient symbol for life, Sun, power, health and good luck dating back 3,000 years.) for his own horrifically maniacal purposes, forever tarnishing the kingly character of this character of antiquity in the murderous process, refracted light has now become singularly synonymous with same sex soldiers world wide. SMH. Whatever. I was never into rainbows anyway ... yall can have your symbols of pride, Y.O.U. deserve it ... lol.

All jokes aside though, while the 100% Shetland wool multi-color granny on "Molly Ringwald" (NOTE: Pardon self, that's cool kid current euphemistic speak for pure MDMA (Ecstasy) fool!) needlepoint woven panel accents that adorn this luxe lumberjack vest border on Gestalt theory mind blowing optical illusion territory, I DO appreciate the splash of color - especially during these gloomy "Fuck! It's already midnight dark outside @ 5PM" months.

Yup! Once again, Penfield USA takes the chip! Good shit!

Wale Ft. Rick Ross - Tats On My Arm (Official Music Video)

2011-11-16T16:35:00.001-05:00

The New LACOSTE® L!VE Collection = This Is Livestyle ... Literally!

2011-11-16T15:01:00.000-05:00

Visit LACOSTE® L!VE USA Online Here: Lacoste.Com/Live/USA

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: To be sure, in these economic times of peril, even well insulated legacy brands have seen their typically solid financials take a brutal beating in the current market. Indeed, only the highest of the highend makers of luxury goods have managed to ascend the turbulent crosswinds that rattle lesser labels. And they solely have the detestable arrogantly affluent 1% to thank (NOTE: Y.O.U. know, the stuffed shirt guys that everybody gathered down @ #OccupyX_____________________ (Insert name of any number of international well meaning, yet quickly unravelling amorphous Neuvo-Hippie makeshift protest tent cities here), because those guy's pockets are unfadable! LOL. The rest of us - companies and common man alike - are not so lucky.

In the world of contemporary fashion this truth has seen many storied brands - in an attempt to siphon sales off of the ever resilient youth market - pair their good names with some of today's leading cutting edge outfitters; the results running the gamut from awesome offerings showcasing the contrasting brilliance of old and new to contrived clusterfucks that reek of the stinky perfume that is desperation. Thankfully, the new LACOSTE® L!VE line represents the former. Officially launched just a couple of months back in September of this year, LACOSTE® L!VE is much more than a convenient collaboration. Nope! LACOSTE® has created a younger, more vibrant brand and, as such, has positioned it independently from the original flagship label - La Chemise Lacoste - which was founded by René Lacoste and André Gillier in France waaaaaaaaaaaay back in 1933.

Now, in the interest of full disclosure, I've gotta keep it a buck with yall: Up until today I had been kinda heavy handed on the "SNOOZE" button with this offshoot. Lacoste has had a curious history in the hood. Starting sometime during the mid 1980's, as young felonious fashionistas used aluminum foil lined shopping bags to foil clothing sensors in department stores on their way to cutting out a nice slice of the "American Pie" for themselves, pricey purveyors of the preppy aesthetic such as Ralph Lauren Polo, Fila, Benetton and LACOSTE® set the streets on fuckin' fire! Coming up in Flatbush, Brooklyn I even remember the Izod Posse. SMH. Yall don't feel me.

In any event, LACOSTE®'s star faded for a time, but made a strong resurgence around 2004 and has pretty much held steady ever since. That having been said, however, I can be an unapologetic fashion snob, so when I saw 1-too-many fake Nike ACG boots wearing derelicts getting crazy with the green "Crocodile" logo ... I had to chill. Nothing personal my nigga ... I just don't do the obvious.

Now though, with the introduction of this new highly imaginative collection of colorblock hoodies, bold long sleeve plaid shirts, large "Croc" graphic jackets (NOTE: Perfect for "flamming"), uniquely printed polos and more I have A LOT to look forward to! Y.O.U. already know the colorblock hoody with the large "L" and signature "Croc" is ALL mine hombre! LOL. Y.O.U. see it. This is Livestyle.

Beyonce (Backed By The Roots) Performs "Countdown" Live On Late Night With Jimmy Fallon (NOTE: Pre-Collapsible Baby Bump Circa July, 2011).

2011-11-13T18:42:00.001-05:00

21111121311 by YardieGoals

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 164

2011-11-13T11:23:00.001-05:00

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

Smoke DZA Ft. Dom Kennedy - Pow Wow (Official Music Video)(Directed By 3 Little Digs)

2011-11-11T17:57:00.000-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Ahhhhhhhhh, shades of Jay-Z's iconic "Dead Presidents" video, huh? My nigga Smoke DZA and Mr. "From The We$tside With Love", Leimert Park's finest, Dom Kennedy, dramatically raised the stakes, effectively filtering out the lint pocketed riff-raff, and decided to play Monopoly® with "real cash" in this video for their puff, puff, pass collabo, "Pow Wow". I can dig it. Good shit!

Pusha T - Tony Montana (White Girl Remix)(Freestyle)(Official Music Video)

2011-11-11T17:02:00.003-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Press play and tune into the latest uncut designer drug cocaine superhero adventures of the one and only, Pusha-Ton! White girl on the arm ... fineness. White girl on the arm ... consignment. And a fresh pair of signature ox blood soled Christian Louboutin "Rollerball" grown man shoes on deck ... righteous! "YUUUUCK!"

Steve Stoute Interviews Jay-Z And Talk His Headlining The 2008 Glastonbury Festival In The UK, David Stern Begging Him Not To Shut Down The Basketball Jersey Wave x More ("The Tanning Effect")(Pt. 2)

2011-11-11T15:39:00.003-05:00

The Tanning Effect - Jay-Z (Part Two)

HAPPY VETERANS DAY 2011!

2011-11-11T13:09:00.001-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Lacking the Summer seasonal introductory holiday fanfare of Memorial Day, Veterans Day has unfortunately largely become a halfhearted lazy and spiritless salute to the troops - past and present - whom sacrificed life and limb in the name of our country. There are no promises of hickory smoked salmon BBQ's each year come November 11th, just yellow and burnt orange foliage falling from the trees along New York City's 5th Avenue like so much ticker tape during a parade that most are too busy to attend.

My personal feelings towards America's continuing self serving policies of global colonialism under the guise of "Democracy Building" aside, I hold no animus towards my brave brothers and sisters enlisted in the United States Armed Forces. Our union is far from perfect, however, the freedoms that Y.O.U. and I so easily take for granted without as much as a 2nd thought given to how such liberties are ensured us are exactly what these brave men and women fight for each and every day!

Yes, I know that shit is fucked up, but please exercise some emotional restraint and try, try, try to apply a rational perspective to our irrational world ... things could be a lot worse boys and girls. Stop playing. Remember: All gave some, but some gave all. Happy Veterans Day 2011!

Young Jeezy Runs Through His Hits x Performs Live @ Howard Homecoming Yard Fest 2011.

2011-11-06T18:03:00.005-05:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Yeah, I am well aware that Howard Homecoming 2011 was 2 weeks ago - thereby, in today's microwave attention span addled internet world, marking this video as ancient artifact - but I don't give a fizzuck! After seeing his career hit a major Rick Ross sized pothole in the last year, my nigga "Young Jizzle With The Stamp In The Middle" is finna bounce back with T.hug M.otivation 103 ... and his powerful performance @ this years "Yard Fest" was a timely elective refresher course covering the never to be forgotten finer points of snowbusiness. Y.O.U. already know bro. Good shit!

Fat Joe Ft. French Montana - Welcome To The Darkside (Official Music Video)(Album Intro Off That "The Darkside Vol. 2" Coming Soon!)

2011-11-06T15:25:00.004-05:00

The Brunch Bunch Pt. 163 (The 4th Annual NYC Marathon Edition)

2011-11-06T11:46:00.002-05:00

(NOTE: Although plural postings of any single plump posteried princess in any given #LUST inducing "Brunch Bunch" entry have increased significantly in recent months, Livestyle devotees will undoubtedly recognize that it is still with rare exception that such action is taken. In the case of today's Mizz DR double booking, my reasoning is clear ... these pictures are a pair and, in the interest of continuity, simply MUST be published together in succession as GOD intended ... lol. Stop playing.)

Reverend T.D. Jakes Approved.

T.I. Ft. Big K.R.I.T. - I'm Flexin' (Official Music Video)

2011-11-05T11:51:00.002-04:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: The "Kaaaaaang" is back! LOL. Good shit!

Wale Apologizes To Rosa Acosta Live On The Air With Funkmaster Flex @ Hot 97.1 FM In NYC.

2011-11-04T17:52:00.005-04:00

CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: So, niggas is just apologizing to hoes now, huh? In public!? This aint even the sneaky late night drunk dial text message attempt to get back in the box kind of apology ... I might could respect that. SMH. Is this what the future holds for modern man as we prepare to enter 2012!? The game is fucked up G ... lol. It is what it is. Rosa Acosta for the WIN!