For those living in the developed world, consumerism is the dominant way of life and is to a large extent, inescapable. While it is possible to live a self-sustainable lifestyle if you are located in a rural area, the all-pervasive consumer superstructure is never out of reach. Although there are a few notable success stories [...]

Wash the cookies down with milk.
Track listing:
Intro
Hot Chip - My Piano (DJ Kicks)
Black Kids - I’m Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How To Dance With You
Yelle - A Cause Des Garcons
Goodbooks - The Illness (Teenagers Remix)
M.I.A. - Boyz
Ninja Tunes - Mr. Scruff & Spank Rock (Darko Mix)

In follow up to our recent post, “Even Wiggaz Are Saying Hell No“, here is a look at Hip-Hop’s highest wage earners as published by Forbes magazine. Despite Hip-Hop record sales steadily declining, the industry generates millions in revenues - most of which aren’t directly attributed to record sales. Basically, the music has evolved into [...]

People around the world are beginning to wake up and accept that global warming is both a serious issue and reality. With proven data establishing that Arctic ice is melting at a rapid rate, many of the world’s leading scientists fear that the fresh water entering the North Atlantic Ocean will permanently interfere with and [...]

Here is a recent American Apparel/ID Magazine collaborative advertisement. It says, “American Apparel is under 10 years of age - so it makes sense such a young brand has found a way into the hearts and wardrobes of the world’s hippest kids.”
Is this a legit ad? Or is this commodifying black women to sell a [...]