This Morning, I'd like you to take 2 minutes out of your time irregardless of how busy you are and send a text, call or email someone that you care about.
Don't think about it, just DO it!
Call you mama, call you partner, call your long-time friend, just DO it!
You have no idea what impact you voice could have on their soul at this very given moment.
BADGE OF HONOUR: DAVID GRAY'S BABYLON
There are a couple of greatest hits out there that are worthy whilst others are just pure hysterical. One which stands out is from 'genius' David Gray. We honestly believe he's one of the greastest songwriters of our generation. Please please please go out and buy this album.
If you haven't heard of David Gray, he's a verse from one of his classics - BABYLON.
Also watch - www.youtube.com/watch?v=ria8GSCFDdk
We salute your courage!
If you haven't heard of David Gray, he's a verse from one of his classics - BABYLON.
Friday night I'm going nowhere
All the lights are changing green to red
Turning over TV stations
Situations running through my head
Well looking back through time
You know it's clear that I've been blind
I've been a fool
To ever open up my heart
To all that jealousy, that bitterness, that ridicule
Saturday I'm running wild
And all the lights are changing red to green
Moving through the crowd I'm pushing
Chemicals all rushing through my bloodstream
Only wish that you were here
You know I'm seeing it so clear
I've been afraid
To tell you how I really feel
Admit to some of those bad mistakes I've made
Also watch - www.youtube.com/watch?v=ria8GSCFDdk
We salute your courage!
KING ROGER
Please tell us you saw the Masters Series Final in Shanghai, last night.
The man-of-all-men, King Roger Federer put critics to sleep with his genius display of champion supremacy.
The frightening fact is he's only 26!
His fiance is laughing all the way to the bank like 50. You know you gon' hit Rodeo Drive in a few days - just to update her old Balenciaga!
As you do!
MAMA OPRAH
I'm looking for friends who can get me on the Oprah Show.
Is anyone out there?
You know it's Christmas and in true festive-style, you bet she's going to be giving away some ridiculous things i.e Cars, iPhones (my personal desire) and other really usuable shiznits.
So, I'm looking to broker partnerships.
I believe in Mama Oprah - she's my Santa Claus!
Is anyone out there?
You know it's Christmas and in true festive-style, you bet she's going to be giving away some ridiculous things i.e Cars, iPhones (my personal desire) and other really usuable shiznits.
So, I'm looking to broker partnerships.
I believe in Mama Oprah - she's my Santa Claus!
BADGE OF HONOUR: BLUE MAGIC (AMERICAN GANGSTER OST)
Yep, we are feeling this tune hard. It's the Jay-Hova himself conversing on possible the most innovative drum programming by the Neptunes in a while.
The verses are equally as compelling:
SICK!
Trevor Nelson recently described Jay's new album as 'Blueprint 3'. We couldn't agree more.
The verses are equally as compelling:
So what if you flip a couple words,
I could triple at that in birds,
Open your mind you see the circus in the sky.
I’m Ringling brothers Barnum Bailey with the pies,
No matter how you slice it,
I’m your mother-f**king guy
And just like a B-boy with 360 waves
Do the same with the pot,
Still come back beige.
Whether right or south paw,
Whether pot or a jar
Whip it around,
It still comes back hard.
So easily do I W-H-I-P,
My repitition with riches will bring the kilo business,
I got kreole C-O bitches, for my niggas who slipped
SICK!
Trevor Nelson recently described Jay's new album as 'Blueprint 3'. We couldn't agree more.
SHOREDITCH BAR, EC1
People, People, People.
There are some things in this world that will take your breathe away. Sometimes it might be that you were not expecting it or you just couldn't deem it possible.
Last Friday, I found myself in what is considered 'the most exclusive club' in London. As the ultimate cynic, I wiggled my nose at such a brass statement thinking 'What the hell does that mean?'
I didn't know what I was in for.
We pulled up at a side road in East London. We were welcome by a polite maitre who lead us into a very swanky reception area. The reception looked more like the entrances of Ernest & Young than a membership club complete with John Conran-styled furnishings.
We got into an elevator and we pushed floor 4 - en route, we stopped to collect trendy-looking individuals on levels 2 and 3 along the way. Upon arrival on level 4, I was awe struck.
On my left was a warehouse looking layout (The Bar was a former Underground station) as we looked ahead, there were several sub-sections that include a pool area, an open bar with beautiful mahogamy finishing and a 5-star restuarant. As we walked further towards the end of the long room - we arrived at a magnificent lounge area coupled with crytal chandeliers orchestrating the muted lighting.
Completely bowed over, I got up and gave myself a tour. I walked from level to level stumbling upon a roof top swimming pool, a full fledge nightclub and many many other activities.
Membership is £1,000 a month. I have always condemned the extortion of the 'membership' culture but I'm going to have to eat my words on this one.
Simply unbelievable!
Now I understand the hype around Shoreditch.
There are some things in this world that will take your breathe away. Sometimes it might be that you were not expecting it or you just couldn't deem it possible.
Last Friday, I found myself in what is considered 'the most exclusive club' in London. As the ultimate cynic, I wiggled my nose at such a brass statement thinking 'What the hell does that mean?'
I didn't know what I was in for.
We pulled up at a side road in East London. We were welcome by a polite maitre who lead us into a very swanky reception area. The reception looked more like the entrances of Ernest & Young than a membership club complete with John Conran-styled furnishings.
We got into an elevator and we pushed floor 4 - en route, we stopped to collect trendy-looking individuals on levels 2 and 3 along the way. Upon arrival on level 4, I was awe struck.
On my left was a warehouse looking layout (The Bar was a former Underground station) as we looked ahead, there were several sub-sections that include a pool area, an open bar with beautiful mahogamy finishing and a 5-star restuarant. As we walked further towards the end of the long room - we arrived at a magnificent lounge area coupled with crytal chandeliers orchestrating the muted lighting.
Completely bowed over, I got up and gave myself a tour. I walked from level to level stumbling upon a roof top swimming pool, a full fledge nightclub and many many other activities.
Membership is £1,000 a month. I have always condemned the extortion of the 'membership' culture but I'm going to have to eat my words on this one.
Simply unbelievable!
Now I understand the hype around Shoreditch.
CHRISTMAS WISHLIST!!
You know we have to do it. There is nothing worse than receiving shitty presents on the 25th. I get way too excited to get crap things that are not practical nor functional. So, here is the Renaissance Man's guide to 'how to keep your boyfriend this Christmas', ladies pay ATTENTION!
From Top Left -
MUSIC: ROISIN MURPHY'S Overpowered -
This has been a good year for good music especially from brave female artists. Clearly, amy winehouse leads the back with the brilliant 'Back to Black'. The solo debut from Moloko's style-front woman, Roisin Murphy is sublime pop. We cannot see how anyone can fail to appreciate this even if he/she were a hardcore grime fan.
DESTINATION: A TRIP TO TOKYO -
A holiday is always the ideal eyebrow raiser as a present. No one says no to a free holiday even if you were heading to Cornwall. Our ideal destination is Tokyo, only 22 hours on an airbus plane but the experience is like no other. So, if your relationship is on the rocks, this might be the perfect place to break up. Only kidding! We're lovers here not fighters.
MUSIC: SUGARLAND -
Country music is possibly the most honest music genre. every once ina while, Nashville unveils a new act - this time it's a duo with a lead singer with the most enthralling voice since Norah Jones. Just listen without prejudice. It's remarkable.
BOOK: THE BLAIR YEARS -
Hate him or love him, Tony Blair was an institution and his New Labour, New Britain regime might have been flawed but produced some great PR moments. 'The peoples' princess speech', 'The Putin visit', name it Alistair Campbell orchestrated it. This is the supposedly 'tell-all' book about publicity strategies behind the doors of No. 10. We've read it and we feel in love with Cherie's portrayal.
FASHION -
JEFFEREY WEST -
Patrick Cox, Churchs, John Lobes - you need Jefferey on your feet. Ideal for the man who has a well-fitted suit.
ATERLIER OLU -
For the flyest assessories visit www.aterlierolu.net. Great belts, hats made with the most distinct fabrics. You can't go wrong!
Wallets are always ideal, try our selections from Hermes and Bottega Veneta
LOUIS VUITTON -
This document 'pocket' is a must-have for the new year. Somehow it makes your documents feel like they might actually make you the millions you've always dreamt of.
EYE WEAR -
We love Tom Ford but this new collection from Marc Jacobs is something else. Enough to make you book a holiday.
NUDIE JEANS -
There isn't a better pair of denim out there at the moment. Go for the Slim Jim or Thin Finn, this is the only way to wear skinny jeans - if you must that is.
We hope that helps!
ACCESSORY RESURGENCE
We dug ours out recently and you know what, it still looks good. Get over it, the Jamaicans have moved to Ozwald Boateng - yep, believe it!
STRICTLY FOR EXPENSIVE PU-NA-NIs
ALL WE CAN SAY IS .... HER 'V' MUST SMELL REAL GOOD FOR YOU TO SHELL OUT THIS MUCH FOR A RUBBER.
YOU GOT THE MAC?
Really, Winter is a b****!
At the start of the summer, I felt London (and the rest of the world) was full of beautiful people. I hadn't processed the fact that summer made everyone feel good and when one feels good - one makes an effort to look good too.
In recent times, (mostly on the London Underground) I'm starting to think people are looking more miserable and damn right fugly!
All caution has been thrown to the wind about outer appearance, you find people digging out their older coats (which frankly don't deserve an hanger), others are buried underneath layers of clothing with pale/ dry skin and everyone (and I mean, everyone) has the flu!
You get it - JUST NASTY!
So, for the fellas - cause I know you need more help than most. Here's a few suggestions on how to do your-thang this winter.
Is you don't have one of the above (or a replica in some cases) do it NOW!
CAN I PLEASE TOP-UP MY i-PHONE
I'm getting increasingly irritated about this sole partnership between O2 and Apple's i-Phone. I mean, what's a brother got to do to get this shizzle on pay-as-you-go?
I was at the Carphone Warehouse last night and spent 30 mins in awe of the technology-ridden tool. My jaws dropped as I scanned through the endless list of functions until some sales assistant began to breathe down my neck with his sales pitch. I just wanted to say, can you top on an i-Phone bro?
Pure ridiculousness!!
Steve Jobs (CEO, Apple) better be careful - we are the people that make their brands as strong as they are. The sad capitalists - and right now, he isn't satisfying my retail itch.
KANO'S FEEL FREE
You all now that we give mad props where it's due, right?! Well we think that you do and that sits just fine within us.
Last night, we experienced the premiere of K - to the N-O's new video. The single is 'Feel free' featuring Damon Albarn and the spectacular London Children's Choir. From start to finish, we were engaged by Kano's delivery of what could easily be a hit/miss single (not that we agree! but others might not get it)
His convincing promotional performance made us rate this 'London-town bruv' as the future of UK entertainment. Period!
He understands what it takes to do this business called show and although we are yet to see him live - we are increasingly impressed with his efforts.
If you don't have a copy of his sophomore album 'LONDON TOWN' you need to cop it! Seriously!
Last night, we experienced the premiere of K - to the N-O's new video. The single is 'Feel free' featuring Damon Albarn and the spectacular London Children's Choir. From start to finish, we were engaged by Kano's delivery of what could easily be a hit/miss single (not that we agree! but others might not get it)
His convincing promotional performance made us rate this 'London-town bruv' as the future of UK entertainment. Period!
He understands what it takes to do this business called show and although we are yet to see him live - we are increasingly impressed with his efforts.
If you don't have a copy of his sophomore album 'LONDON TOWN' you need to cop it! Seriously!
BADGE OF HONOUR: ROISIN MURPHY
This woman is simply incredible. Her natural smooth vocals on electro-spaced drum beats guarantees daydreaming all the time. Here's a rare performance on the Jools Holland show on the 9th of November. This was her first appearance on the show as the ex-Moloko singer and we couldn't have wished for anything more. Brilliance!
The album is titled 'Overpowered', go and get your copy now!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cCj5o2k130
LIFE IS A BOX OF CHOCOLATES!
Our hearts has just sank at the devastating news of the death of Kanye West's mother, Dr Donda West died on Saturday.
This is a classic example that life is precious and no matter what success/ triumph a human being might be experiencing, one must never forget that life can throw it's fair share of disappointments your way.
At the height of his career, this is bound to be a great blow to Kanye as we all know he was inseperable from his mother-turned manager.
May her soul rest in peace. She was only 58 years old.
I urge everyone to pick up their phones right now and call your mama. We don't care how busy you are, do it now!
THIS IS SO SAD!
This is a classic example that life is precious and no matter what success/ triumph a human being might be experiencing, one must never forget that life can throw it's fair share of disappointments your way.
At the height of his career, this is bound to be a great blow to Kanye as we all know he was inseperable from his mother-turned manager.
May her soul rest in peace. She was only 58 years old.
I urge everyone to pick up their phones right now and call your mama. We don't care how busy you are, do it now!
THIS IS SO SAD!
HUMANITY IS OVERRATED
The Finnish-school killer that left 8 people dead was apparently wearing a T-shirt that read:
HUMANITY IS OVERRATED
At what point, does an 18-year old get into this state of utter deception? How does one get into this frame of fear and hate?
HUMANITY IS OVERRATED
At what point, does an 18-year old get into this state of utter deception? How does one get into this frame of fear and hate?
CABLE CHANNEL EXTENSIONS
In today's digital satellite world, it seems like we are not getting newer channels, what we have are new extentions of our favourite channels. Flicking through Sky these days is as mundane as Martha Stewart, you have some shows been broadcasted more than thrice in a day.
How is this done? Take for instance Ugly Betty.
The new series was premiered on E4, then re-premiered (for non-satellite viewers) on Channel 4. If you missed that slot, you could catch up on Channel 4 + 1, if you were really impatient, you could watch ahead in the series on More 4 which also has an extention, More 4 + 1.
This is a growing trend amongst all TV giants, BBC, ITV, Channel 5 and we can't forget the genre-specific MTV extentions.
Which makes us ask the question: Are these extentions for the viewers benefit? or Is this just a brilliant way to generate advertising revenue like never before?
Let's Marinade on that for a second!
How is this done? Take for instance Ugly Betty.
The new series was premiered on E4, then re-premiered (for non-satellite viewers) on Channel 4. If you missed that slot, you could catch up on Channel 4 + 1, if you were really impatient, you could watch ahead in the series on More 4 which also has an extention, More 4 + 1.
This is a growing trend amongst all TV giants, BBC, ITV, Channel 5 and we can't forget the genre-specific MTV extentions.
Which makes us ask the question: Are these extentions for the viewers benefit? or Is this just a brilliant way to generate advertising revenue like never before?
Let's Marinade on that for a second!
LET'S TALK ABOUT.......BODY TATTOO
When I was much younger, I wanted a tattoo of a cross on my left arm just like DMX. At the time (believe it or not) I thought I was a Ruff Ryder. I bought the clothes, the CD and even saw Eve in concert (Oh yes!!!)
Today, I don't quite feel the same about the idea of having often 'meaningless' symbols and writings scribbled all over my slim-frame. I thought perhaps tattoos look better on a certain type of frame. Maybe if I was packing the heat - perhaps it might look good on me too.
Many people can't seem to identify exactly why they like/have tattoos. At Renaissance Man, we are looking for comments. opinions on why their is a phenomeon called body tattooing and why it is very unlikely that it will fade for generations to come.
We want to hear from you.
Today, I don't quite feel the same about the idea of having often 'meaningless' symbols and writings scribbled all over my slim-frame. I thought perhaps tattoos look better on a certain type of frame. Maybe if I was packing the heat - perhaps it might look good on me too.
Many people can't seem to identify exactly why they like/have tattoos. At Renaissance Man, we are looking for comments. opinions on why their is a phenomeon called body tattooing and why it is very unlikely that it will fade for generations to come.
We want to hear from you.
OH NO...SHE DIDN'T!
Did anyone watch Saturday Night Divas on ITV2 on Saturday?
If you didn't, good for you! Despite the cheap TV set and production and everything generally mediocre, nothing could have prepared us for the shocking performance by Jamelia - a rendition of Outkast's Hey Ya.
Words could not describe the shock of our faces as we cringed all through the 3mins and 40secs of the modern classic. This performances was so karaoke that my nephew (whom on a good day loves the song) stood static as if his favourite pokemon had been assaulted.
It was just BAD and we like Jamelia, we really do!
If you didn't, good for you! Despite the cheap TV set and production and everything generally mediocre, nothing could have prepared us for the shocking performance by Jamelia - a rendition of Outkast's Hey Ya.
Words could not describe the shock of our faces as we cringed all through the 3mins and 40secs of the modern classic. This performances was so karaoke that my nephew (whom on a good day loves the song) stood static as if his favourite pokemon had been assaulted.
It was just BAD and we like Jamelia, we really do!
MONEY MISS ROAD
Rap star TI has been granted bail by a judge in Atlanta, but will be held under house arrest and under a £3m bail bond until the outcome of his forthcoming trial over weapons offences.
THE AMERICAN DREAM!
THE AMERICAN DREAM!
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