Made in promotion of Screen Gems’ upcoming film, Armored, starring the likes of Jean Reno, Laurence Fishburne and Matt Dillon, Mr. Cartoon and SA Studios created a one-of-a-kind armored truck in Cartoon’s signature Angeleno style. Aside the exterior art, the internationally recognized tattoo artist took it up a notch with a decked out interior. Look for the film to release nationwide on December 4th.

Kenji Gallo

“I spent my last night in the Mafia in Toronto in stripper heaven,” Kenny “Kenji” Gallo says. “I was escorting…..

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Lupe Fiasco launches his first commercial release as a part of the New Moon Soundtrack. Though some might be skeptical about his involvement with the Twilight film franchise, Solar Midnite adds an edgy element to Lupe’s usual arrangements, further cementing the MC’s major creative talents.

“Solar Midnite is my first commercial release that I actually produced as well as wrote. The New Moon team asked me if I could do a song specifically for the film. They invited me to an early screening of the unfinished film from which I pulled different elements that I thought would translate into a great song. I pulled in vocalist and bassist Graham Burris and acclaimed musician Matt Nelson to help fill it out my vision musically and “joila” Solar Midnite was born. The song basically deals with the chaotic love story that takes place between the characters. It’s more on the rock side of my musical catalog and comes straight from my die hard fanhood of Red Hot Chili Peppers and Anthony Keidis, one of my FAVORITE RAPPERS.”
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Rizzoli will be releasing a new book on Kanye West, focusing on last year’s Glow in the Dark tour. The 288-page book provides a look at on stage performances, behind-the-scenes shots, and also includes conceptual sketches by West, costume designs, and stage models. The book comes with an audio CD featuring the previously unreleased live instrumentals for “Hey Mama”, “Touch the Sky”, “Jesus Walks”, and “I Wonder”, as well as an interview with tour collaborator Spike Jonze.

Jay-Z has released the video to “Death of Autotune” from his upcoming much anticipated Blueprint 3 albumn slated for (9/11/09). The video is really good and by now you should all know that both the beats and rhymes of the song are on point as well.
Peace – King LA

In a sad note for the night, the King of Pop has passed away after being rushed to UCLA Medical Center on Thursday afternoon in Los Angeles.  MJ has really shaped and inspired a lot of what we see today.A sad note for those who grew up listening to MJ. “We may go our separate ways but the songs remain”.  With that said we will leave you with the video that carved a path for so many…

RIP MR JACKSON

I see this video and it literally brings a tear to my eye.  There is no doubt that “Oriol” has captured true Los Angeles street life and I couldn’t agree more with what he says “most people in LA ain’t even from LA” the outsiders will never learn that WE RUN DIS CITY!!!!

Former club bouncer and Los Angeles native Estevan Oriol got his start in the entertainment business managing tours for huge artists like “House of Pain” and “Cypress Hill” almost 20 years ago. While globe trotting with them he began his photography career taking flicks of the madness and glitter that surrounds international celebrities. When he was back home in L.A though, it was a much different story. He took his cues from the street life surrounding him. The singular dramatic black and white photos he produces are gripping, beautiful, and authentically menacing portraits of individuals fully immersed in L.A gang lifestyle. Blessed with a talented eye and a hood pass, he takes pictures in places armed with a camera where most tough guys would take a weapon. Offered for the first time to the public for free, in this exclusive interview from The Run Up, Estevan Oriol expresses his thoughts, methods, and views on approaching everyday with the hunger of a hustler who doesn’t know where his next meal will come from.

To coincide with this interview, and to continue the 10th Anniversary festivities, Upper Playground is giving away an Estevan Oriol photo of Xzibit. The photo is a black and white portrait of Xzibit, is framed and measures roughly 2 feet x 2.5 feet. To enter, all you have to do is sign up for the Upper Playground email list. If you are already signed up, then you are already entered to win. The contest is open for 2 weeks and a winner will be announced.

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The long awaited Paul Rodriguez “Proof” DVD is currently available for purchase at the In4mation Boardshop. This DVD features skaters such as Torey Pudwill, Darrell Stanton, Sam Baptista, Chaz Ortiz and P-Rod himself. Head over to In4mation to purchase, phone orders are also accepted.
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On Saturday May 16th 8PM EST ESPN will be airing “KOBE DOIN’ WORK” -  A SPIKE LEE JOINT commercial free!!!

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This Friday’s FREE advanced screening is BATTLE IN SEATTLE starring Charlize Theron, Woody Harrelson, Michelle Rodriguez, Channing Tatum, Ray Liota, Martin Henderson, Andre Benjamin.  The screening will be followed by an informal Q + A with the Writer and Director Stuart Townsend

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