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Thursday, April 23, 2009
Jacki-O - Hood Girl
CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Y.O.U. know exactly why this Jacki-O video is here and, if for some strange reason Y.O.U. don't, then feel free to skip this entry. Everybody else, enjoy! LOL. It is what it is.
BONUS:
BONUS:
In strict accordance with the standard Livestyle operating agreement I am legally responsible for a significant part of your cultural maturation and, as such, I simply had to post the classic Eurythmics song "Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)". I L.O.V.E. this song too much to allow Jacki-O's butchering of this brilliant record to be the last thing that Y.O.U. heard in this entry ... lol. Annie Lenox is too dope to go out like that.
LVMH Can't Hold Their Liquor?
"News of a potential sale of the liquor division of LVMH has the luxury business world buzzing. A report in the Telegraph says that spirits giant Diageo has tendered a 12 billion euro offer for LVMH's two-thirds stake in Moet Hennessy and that Diageo has set about raising capital with bankers working behind the scenes for several weeks.
The Financial Times asserts that Diageo has not made an unsolicited offer for Moët Hennessy but might be willing to buy if both parties could agree on a price. So far the talks appear to be more theoretical than actual because LVMH hasn't decided that they are ready to sell. The potential deal brings up an interesting question, in a softening luxury market which is better to hold onto, fashion brands like Marc Jacobs, Fendi and Louis Vuitton or liquor brands like Glenmorangie whisky, Belevedere and Chopin vodka, and Veuve Clicquot?"
Information Courtesy Of: Luxist.Com
CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: As a founding member of the world renowned Veuve Crew, this story indubitably piqued my interest. According to some recent reports, the lord of luxury labels, my main man Bernard Arnault, might be considering dropping the "MH" from his L.ouis V.uitton M.oët & H.ennessy empire. Only earlier this month did I feature a story about Mr. Arnault and his extensive portfolio of high society lifestyle (Shout out to Curt@!ns) holdings and, now, there's talk that he could be persuaded to sell the remaining two-thirds stake of his lucrative liquor division to drink brand dynamo Diageo if they can raise the ducketts to do it.
Now, be clear, Moët & Hennessy are hardly dead weight, however, in this recessionary market even the rich guys are having to tighten their billion dollar belts. I mean, LVMH did just acquire Donna Karan International and continues to remain active in several key selective sectors - so, maybe fashion is the future my friends. Shiiiiiiiiit, if Y.O.U. ask me, champagne and fine clothes always go together.
Now, be clear, Moët & Hennessy are hardly dead weight, however, in this recessionary market even the rich guys are having to tighten their billion dollar belts. I mean, LVMH did just acquire Donna Karan International and continues to remain active in several key selective sectors - so, maybe fashion is the future my friends. Shiiiiiiiiit, if Y.O.U. ask me, champagne and fine clothes always go together.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
"We Fight Every Night, Now That's Not Kosher, I Reminisce With Bliss Of When We Was Closer"
CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Previously recognized here in the annals of Livestyle as the "polite man's kicking a bitch to the curb anthem", "Looking At The Front Door" is a classic Hip Hop record that hearkens back to a time when talented MC's spun tales deeply rooted in all facets of "real" life and were not afraid to convey an emotional range that encompassed more than just gleeful ignorance and senseless violence. All of my fellas know that this song is, more or less, 3 minutes and change of pure timeless truisms and quotables courtesy of notable Senior Lecturer in Foul Female Psychology: the meritorious Large Professor. Yessir, women have Faith and Mary J. Blige (Ok, we've got Mary too ... lol) and we have this!
Sidebar: I remember DJ Clark Kent once telling me that Jay-Z had actually remade this gem a few years back. Rumor or fantastic fact? Either way, this shit sounds like something that the world needs to hear ASAP my nigga. Sooooooooooooo, will some enterprising and/or benevolent (NOTE: Heart and commerce CAN coexist ... lol) soul leak this elusive exclusive to the streets OR will the Seagate™ Firewire drive locked in the combination safe @ Bassline Studios forever hold it's peace? Is this song destined to suffer the same excruciatingly indefinite fate as the Dream Hampton penned "The Black Book" autobiography? What's really good?
Sidebar: I remember DJ Clark Kent once telling me that Jay-Z had actually remade this gem a few years back. Rumor or fantastic fact? Either way, this shit sounds like something that the world needs to hear ASAP my nigga. Sooooooooooooo, will some enterprising and/or benevolent (NOTE: Heart and commerce CAN coexist ... lol) soul leak this elusive exclusive to the streets OR will the Seagate™ Firewire drive locked in the combination safe @ Bassline Studios forever hold it's peace? Is this song destined to suffer the same excruciatingly indefinite fate as the Dream Hampton penned "The Black Book" autobiography? What's really good?
Not The Cosby Show XXX (A Sitcums.Com Production)(SFW Porn Movie Trailer) = Take Off Those Clothes x Get Ready To Put On A Lawsuit.
CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Really? Ummmmmmmmmm, Y.O.U. already know that Bill Cosby has the good cease and desist order on deck homie. Keep 1 in the chamber and a lawyer on retainer.
Fuck The World!? No, Not Today.
CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Yes, today is the 39th annual celebration of Earth Day and Y.O.U. don't have to be a tree hugging Hippie eco-maniac nor do Y.O.U. have to necessarily follow in their Teva© sandals footprints to observe it ... lol. Right-Wing authoritarian types and all enemies of intellectualism be damned! Global Warming (NOTE: Although consensus regarding the urgency of the matter is difficult to reach) is very real and we ALL can and should do much better by our awesome planet. If nothing else, maybe Y.O.U. can use all of the bullshit manure that people throw your way as fertilizer ... lol. Think Green!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
The Limited Edition Nike Air Max 90 White Crocodile Skin Exclusivos = No Crocodile Tears Here Boys x Girls!
"Nike Air Max 90's have become a staple in the Nike footwear roster. Tinker Hatfield was the mastermind behind the air max concept which has spiraled into a viral shoe all across the world. In order to celebrate 20 years of Air Max 90 history, Nike has been working up special 90's to represent a very special point in history.
There are Less than 25 pairs known to exist in the color way using Crocodile Skin (this is not actual croc skin.) This pair is extremely rare and comes in a regular Nike box. This pair will not be sold to the general public and was a shoe given to friends and family of Nike representatives.
Osneaker.com was lucky enough to be able to showcase this very special pair. Since this pair is so limited and special, Osneaker decided to make it available for purchase. This is a very special pair of sneakers that will not be seen anywhere else except Osneaker.com."
Information Courtesy Of: Osneaker.Com
Available Online Here: Osneaker.Com
CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: Yes, these über rare (limited to less than 25 pairs made available to friends and family of Nike higher ups) Nike Air Max 90 White Crocodile Skin kicks are a brilliant fusion of altitude meets attitude. Basically, only heavy sneaker collectors need apply ... lol. Good shit.
The 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost Looks Scary Good.
"Shanghai 2009: Rolls-Royce ditches RR4 for Ghost nameplate
by Damon Lavrinc on Apr 20th 2009 at 3:58AM
At the Shanghai Motor Show this morning, Rolls-Royce finally put the temporary RR4 moniker to rest by officially naming its new Flying Spur-fighting sedan the "Ghost". Shown in concept form as the 200EX at last month's Geneva Motor Show, the Ghost will be built later this year on a separate assembly line at the automaker's newly expanded Goodwood facility, where it will share paint, wood and leather with its flagship brother, the Phantom. The Ghost is built using 20% of the parts from the recent BMW 7 series platform and will be equipped with a 500+ hp, twin-turbocharged V12 mated to an eight-speed transmission. Expect sales to begin in late 2009, with coupe and convertible variants to follow in the next two to three years.
PRESS RELEASE
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced the name for its new model series which until now has been known as RR4. The name was announced by CEO, Tom Purves at a press conference held at the Shanghai motor show.
The new car will be called the Rolls-Royce Ghost and production will begin at the company's Goodwood manufacturing facility on the south coast of England later in 2009.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars CEO, Tom Purves, said, "We are delighted to formally announce the Rolls-Royce Ghost. It is one of the most revered names in the automotive industry, evoking images of adventure and technical innovation. The name reflects this new model's breadth of abilities. The first cars to bear the Ghost name were known not only for impressive dependability and refinement but also great flair and style. This car will be the first in a new generation of models to carry this evocative name and will give us two pinnacle product lines – Phantom and Ghost.
The Rolls-Royce Ghost will be built on its own dedicated production line at Goodwood but will share paint, wood and leather workshops with the Phantom series of cars. Rolls-Royce has expanded all areas of its manufacturing facility over the last 18 months to prepare for the introduction of the Ghost model."
Information Courtesy Of: Autoblog.Com
CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: In spite of what Y.O.U. may have been erroneously lead to believe by non-conformist (READ: Good) nouveau riche (READ: Not so good) rappers, exemplary feats of automobile aristocracy such as the Maybach and the Rolls-Royce Phantom were actually designed with the passenger in mind. Yes, these venerable vehicles possess both a power and a prestige that make them a joy to actually get behind the wheel of and drive, however, the real luxury in these whips lies just beyond the cockpit in the sumptuously carpeted cabins of these modern day chariots. Now, far be it from me to suggest that all Maybachs and/or Phantoms be chauffeur driven - that is not my intention. On the contrary, Livestyle is in the high end business of providing information, making distinctions and clearly delineating a measure of greatness to which we can all aspire. With that said, if Y.O.U. really want to tear the road up, the 2010 Rolls Royce Ghost is where it's @ my nigga.
This latest reincarnation of the classic Rolls-Royce Ghost (NOTE: The actual name "Silver Ghost" refers to both the original 1906 car model and to one specific car from that series which predates the introduction of the "Phantom" range by nearly 2 decades) model is based largely on the current BMW 7 Series platform, yet, still maintains the marquee's signature silhouette albeit in a much slimmer streamlined profile than that of the Phantom.
Featured previously here (Can Y.O.U. say "early"? LOL.) as the "RR4" concept, the word is that this "baby" Rolls will have a big boy V-12 cylinder 6.6 liter engine with upwards of 500 horsepower. Did I mention that this is Rolls-Royce's "entry-level" sedan, meaning that this is poised to be their "economy" car? LOL. Yeah, $300,000 aint too steep - relatively speaking of course ... lol. Hey, have I ever allowed price to determine to what spectacular heights I set my ambitious sights? Exactly, and neither should Y.O.U. my friend. This is Livestyle.
CHRIS LIVE AKA SHAKER SAYS: In spite of what Y.O.U. may have been erroneously lead to believe by non-conformist (READ: Good) nouveau riche (READ: Not so good) rappers, exemplary feats of automobile aristocracy such as the Maybach and the Rolls-Royce Phantom were actually designed with the passenger in mind. Yes, these venerable vehicles possess both a power and a prestige that make them a joy to actually get behind the wheel of and drive, however, the real luxury in these whips lies just beyond the cockpit in the sumptuously carpeted cabins of these modern day chariots. Now, far be it from me to suggest that all Maybachs and/or Phantoms be chauffeur driven - that is not my intention. On the contrary, Livestyle is in the high end business of providing information, making distinctions and clearly delineating a measure of greatness to which we can all aspire. With that said, if Y.O.U. really want to tear the road up, the 2010 Rolls Royce Ghost is where it's @ my nigga.
This latest reincarnation of the classic Rolls-Royce Ghost (NOTE: The actual name "Silver Ghost" refers to both the original 1906 car model and to one specific car from that series which predates the introduction of the "Phantom" range by nearly 2 decades) model is based largely on the current BMW 7 Series platform, yet, still maintains the marquee's signature silhouette albeit in a much slimmer streamlined profile than that of the Phantom.
Featured previously here (Can Y.O.U. say "early"? LOL.) as the "RR4" concept, the word is that this "baby" Rolls will have a big boy V-12 cylinder 6.6 liter engine with upwards of 500 horsepower. Did I mention that this is Rolls-Royce's "entry-level" sedan, meaning that this is poised to be their "economy" car? LOL. Yeah, $300,000 aint too steep - relatively speaking of course ... lol. Hey, have I ever allowed price to determine to what spectacular heights I set my ambitious sights? Exactly, and neither should Y.O.U. my friend. This is Livestyle.
Monday, April 20, 2009
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