Cold Men Young

Like to stay up on new music? Well, I'll start bringing you new, "slept on" artists who I think are definitely worth a listen. I find these artists through word-of-mouth, research or just by simply stumbling upon them one way or another.

The first group I will bring to you is composed of four great artists who goes by Cold Men Young hailing from Detroit, MI. And yes, it does sound similar to the former mayor, Coleman Young. There's Kopelli; Mic (pronounced Mike) Write; Blaksmith; & Young Phenom. They definitely show great talent for something different than what you're hearing nowadays. They are speaking a different message; more than just guns & killing or sex & girls. They are sending a message of what needs to be said and heard in lyrical ways that captivate you. "This bad economy got me willing to pop off. The murder rate is rising, unemployment rate is climbing. But I see the silver-lining...", the beginning of Blaksmith's verse to their hot Det-Riot! song. The beats and their flows put you in a "hip-hop" state of mind, if you follow.

They already have many pieces for you to check out. In 2009 they released a free EP called #Leaked, an 8-track mixtape with popular beats. In 2010 they released Champagne Nights/Red Stripe Budget. This is an album full of 16, well put together tracks with dope beats and great lyrics. More recently, Kopelli dropped a song by the name of Caught My Eye early this year. Through the feature of an Akira Shelton lending his vocal abilities for the hook, this turned out to be a nice song a young man could dance to with his lady friend. Most recently, as of this month, Mic Write and Blaksmith dropped H.A.W.K., standing for Heal Apathy With Knowledge; with the hook given by a Pierre Anthony. This informative track makes you not only want to think but you will be vibing to the jazz-type feel of the beat.

Cold Men Young is a very dope group that you should check out in your spare time. They definitely will not disappoint and you can add great, new artists to your music library. Below is a link to listen to the whole album of Champagne Nights/Red Stripe Budget. If you don't have time to listen all the way through, a couple go-to tracks are Det-Riot! and Spit It. You can also check out all of their other music through the link. Enjoy.


Cold Men Young

The Forgotten Verse

As the Russel Maddox project "Sandbox" is well underway. I created a verse that was going to be off my project "Everyday Is A-Day." But thought this verse would fit well on a track for Russel Maddox.

I would like to place this verse on the track "Crazy Man" or "Eyes Freeze"
Well... here is the verse, and one of my favorites. (May hurt some feelings with this one)

Verse
Aww man, this life is a bliss
remember all your times filled with full happiness
remember your first time when you sipped a little wine
and you found that special girl and thought that she was a dime
Well... I could give a fuck about my first fuck
on my birthday she felt that she had to give it up
its funny aint it, we never talked again
until I found out from a friend she went full lesbian
I guess thats life, she'll regret it in the end
moms wont let her tie the knot, cause gay marriage is a sin
But damn i learned from that and thought I moved right on
but my new girl knew her they started gettin it on
all these little hoes have raging hormones
I dick the game down deep so you can see how a whore moans
so goodbye to these girls ima have to leave
Cause god made Adam and eve, not Adam and Steve.

One of my favorite verses I ever created. Let me know what you think.


(My Gone/High/I Dont Give A SHIT pic)

Russel Maddox: Hero

New Russel Maddox track entitled "Hero" consisting of /Bones\ & A-Day Da Name. Off of the album "Sandbox."




















Download Hero

Get It Right, Get It Tight

Summer is definitely upon us. We are getting the hints of warm, even hot weather; more rain, as opposed to snow; and just more sunny days in general. But what does all that really mean? Get that body right! What's really one of the best aspects of the Summer season? Seeing some sexy bodies! Whether you're a man or woman, you expect to have eye candy wherever you go during these hot months. April and May is your time to make this hot body happen, unless you're one of those over-achieving people who really work out consistently throughout the whole year...losers. No, really that is the best way to do it, but for those who slack off (me), there are simple, yet not all that easy ways in getting your body right by summertime. Beaches, pool parties, outdoor sports, outdoor tanning, water parks, summer love...having a great body makes all that 10 times better. Why? Because you look great doing it! And although it'll feel good knowing that that hot girl or sexy guy keeps checking you out, you'll ultimately feel better about yourself. Nice abs, hard calves, toned arms, chest muscles are not that hard to achieve. It's as simple as CONSISTENT trips to the gym or you can even convert everyday things in your house into workout equipment.
Here are some simple, "short-cuts" to achieving a better body by the Summer. But remember, although these are somewhat easier exercises, you have to full out do them on a regular basis.

Abs: simple workouts you can do at home to get a great looking abdomen - 4pack, 6pack, V-cuts

Legs: simple workouts you can do at home to tone your legs and build muscle - Calves, Thighs, Hamstrings

Chest: these chest exercises include workouts you can do at home. Some can be executed with just your body, others will need dumbbells, or something of the sort

Arms: Triceps - at home exercises with no equipment
Biceps - most of these exercises will require weights of some sort
Forearms - these exercises will involve the use of dumbbells or similar weights to build muscle

Now remember, only you know your body so don't push yourself too far. Push yourself so you will do it, but never overdo it. Consistently combining these workouts will have your body looking A1 for the Summer.

Shared Memory #2

This one includes Fred (Do you ever want me to put your real name on here, D, lol) and myself. Oh yea it also includes the other 20 people we were partying with. I recently reminded Fred of this moment a few days ago, so here it is. While on our first out of many trips to M.S.U, we were all at our boy Nick's dorm partying it up on Thirsty Thursday. With a little Svedka and Orange Hawaiian Punch in our system, we developed a little buzz. Fred and I were standing around the room eavesdropping on a conversation. A girl (I think her name was Casper, Or Chap) asked us if we knew what the 100's were. Apparently she was talking about another party, sorority, who knows? Since we were in the dorm I just responded "yea, the hundreds is the first floor." Somehow that became the funniest moment of that night, and a great Shared Memory with Fred. It's got to be great if we're still laughing at that night. Good Times With Good People

Summer Essentials: Ocular Protection

Stunnas, shades, sunglasses, frames, hater blockas: Whatever you call them, they're an important part of Summer. Whether you're using them solely as an accessory, or to ward off the harmful rays of the sun, you're gonna want to look good. Here's a short list to help you pick out the right Sunglasses for your summer

1. First and foremost white frames are a no-no. Know who wears white frames? Douchebags and jack-asses, that's who. Nobody looks good when wearing white frames. Trust me
2. Lenses tinted any color other than black make you look like you're on your way to play beach volleyball. So steer clear, unless you want to look like this guy.
3. Mirrored lenses are nice. They let you see out and no one can see in. They're also helpful for times when you can't find a mirror. This guy knows wassup.
4. Aviators are cool. Always have been, always will be.
5. Only want one pair of shades to go with everything? Then pick up a pair with black frames and black lenses. All black everything.
6. Apart from looking good and good on you, they should be comfortable. Don't buy anything too small or too big. People can tell that they don't fit and you''ll look silly.

Alright, now you know a few things to remember when buying sunglasses for the summer. Grab me a pair while you're out.

Tips:

Don't worry about getting designer frames. Some of the nicest shades I've seen have been some of the cheapest also.

If you do have the cash to spend to cop a nice designer pair, protect them. If you take care of them, they'll take care of you.

Don't wear your glasses inside or at night. You'll look silly.

Please don't buy the comically big shades that cover most of your face. Nothing wrong with bigger glasses, but if I can only see your hair and chin, then we've got a problem

When Awkward Moments Go...Right?

We've all had those strangely awkward moments where you make continual random eye contact with a stranger; you start talking to a random stranger that you think is your friend for some odd reason; waving to a random stranger who you think is your friend...strangers are very deceiving *smh*; conspicuously checking out a person you THINK is sexy until you're face-to-face trying to think of a reason why you could've possibly been staring so hard other than that. No one is alone when it comes to these moments. But, I've found that the best way to get out of those situations is to just go along with it!
When you realize that you have a borderline stalker staring at you every time you look up, don't turn away really fast, stare back at them very deeply! You'll make them feel so awkward they'll completely turn their whole body around. Want to freak them out a little more? Give 'em a little "eyebrow raise". They'll think you're the perv that's been staring them down for the past 15 minutes. It's quite fun actually.
You start talking to a stranger that you could swear looks like your friend from behind? Just start a funny, casual conversation with them. If you haven't started off saying some reckless shit, chances are they will go right along with you and think it's funny. [I've done this plenty of times, trust me.] But instead of feeling embarrassed, just laugh at yourself and have some humor about it. You never know, it could brighten their day up.
Waving at a random passer-by you thought was your friend? No problem. When they get that awkward look like, "Is he waving at me?!", give 'em that "Yeah, you" nod. Unless they're just a weird person, they'll confidently smile and wave back in good humor, or because they think they F'd up in not remembering someone they've met before.
EASIEST way to get out of checking out a "mirage" is by walking up to them after you two have been staring so much and saying, "Hey, did you know you have something in your hair? Thought you should know". They'll feel more embarrassed about that and trying to hook up with you somehow will be the farthest thing from their mind. Not feeling so mean? Just simply say, "Oh, I'm sorry I thought I knew you from somewhere, wrong person though". There is no disputing that, unless you just have bad luck and a persistent, loser, weirdo really wants to get at you. Then, I'm sorry.