BMX vs. Street Bike

Part of my 2009 new years resolutions is to take on a few new hobbies. One of which includes bike riding. I was big into riding around back in 5th grade. I was the chick in the apartment complex who rode around all day during the summer. But I figured what a wonderful way to explore more of the city, snap some pics, get out the house and get in shape! But I've been torn on whether to go BMX or street. I wouldn't mind learning some tricking, but then I'd like to get around on some longer distances too.
I'm doing some research as we speak, so I'll keep you posted. Holler at me if you have any advice.


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Take a little Trip

Feels good to be home! There is such a thing as eating out too much and drinking too much liquor... Let me tell you. I got to experience my first NBA All Star event in Phoenix at the Slam Dunk competition. It was "slammin" and all, but $300 nose bleeds is redic! No way I paid it. But my thanks go to Mr. John Starks who got my nose dripping. Phoenix is unbelievably beautiful and oh too short of a trip.






Next stop Vegas. Not for fun, but for work! Favorite memories.. Dave Stewart playing "Sweet Dreams" at our trade show, Christian Audigier rolling papers, In and Out Burger and bottles of Christal.


(Kellers ain't got nothing on In and Out Burger)

3rd Fashion Obsession {The Harem Pant}

Fashion is all about taking risks and I'm jumping out there with the Harlem Pants. That's what they call them in LA, but you may hear them called "Hammer Pants" or something else. I tried these on and fell in love. Not sure if these will get any love in Dallas, but I sure will rock.

Top Notch Thursdays

Come out to Top Notch Thursdays with the homie DJ Sober. IT'S GRATIS (free)! And if you haven't download your copy of Satin Sheets Vol. 1 over on the right hand side.

-CUBA

BOOM!

So it's been since 1923 since we've dropped the BOOM on ya. But along with the new year have come new tasks and responsibilities (gotta pay the bills). But all that aside, I'm resurrecting this blog. Here's to a fabulous 09' with lots more unorthodox fashion, inspiration, music and just cool shit. Keep coming back!

-CUBA

In The Words of Lil' Mama..."YOU KILT IT!"

a handle full of designers were asked what should Mrs. Obama wear to the inauguration?!?!?!
this is what they came up with. absolutely amazing!

L.F.T. Store is Closing!

I was at Victory Park this afternoon and the HD jumbotron actually says 80% if I recall. Honestly I've only window shopped there because the prices were unbelievable, but quality and the brands are impecable. But with an 80% discount... I may be able to make something of that.

Throwback No. 4: Jem

Jem and the Holograms (R.I.P. 1985-1988) were once my LIFE. The show was the perfect fusion of what I considered myself to be at age 4, sweet, colorful, musical and TOTALLY OUTRAGEOUS (which is the motto of the show)!

The synopsis... Jerrica Benton and her alter ego "Jem" owns a music production company with the help of her holographic computer synthesizer named Synergy. Jem and her girls are a band called The Holograms consisted of a keyboardist, guitarist and drummer who deal with beef thrown their way by "The Misfits". Together Jem and the Holograms perform with the goal of making it big and keeping their non profit foundation for foster girls and Starlight Music Studio running. Throughout the show the crew breaks into songs that are formulated as music videos MTV style. How cool is that? The music isn't too bad either. Check out some of the videos...

The Common Remixes

That "I Know, I Know" post says it all. But like great love and friendship, you can pick up right where you left off no matter how long it may have been. So here we go!

In honor of Universal Mind Control dropping next Tuesday I thought I'd share the Common Remixes by Beatnick and KSalaam. And when the album drops... please support Common and BUY the album.

I know, I know

its been a minute since both Cuba, and I have updated you on fashion, politics, and other nonsense...but us independents gotta get our moneys right. Meaning = WORK!!!

anyway, here are the top 6 things I've been checking, thought i should share.

1. Barack Obama. ENOUGH SAID!!



2. IBangle. WHAT THE FUCK! a no button ipod, i cant even fathom how this expensive thing works



3. The white boys of Twilight. Sexin Up girls everywhere!



4. Lydia Hearst. Not the most beautiful of the privileged; but girl can dress, and her hair is always fit!!! Playboy France turns 35 yr. old, and she is gracing us with her tits. FINALLY!



5. The "REAL" Housewives of ATL. Dont know how many of my readers/friends watched this show, but these bitches were the ultimate. The "realest" of the bunch NeNe is my girl, bitch can beat your ass, and buy you a Rover at the same time...with her over 60 yr old husbands money, of course!



6. Vivienne Westwood. This lady is absolutely amazing, not only does she style some of my favorite shows and movies, but she conjures up some of the best designs. Plastic Heels!!! This is mos definitely not a shoe you could wear in the Texas heat ( sweaty feet!) but with a cute pair of girlie socks...KILLIN IT!




That's what i got on the update tip. Educate yourself.

DALLAS DEMOCRATIC PARTY!!!

TONIGHT 11/04





Vote Watching Street Party IN THE BISHOP ARTS DISTRICT.

Come out and watch the votes roll in on the big screen.

Restaurants will have specials and many will have their TVs on.

YES WE CAN...

MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!! IN THE WORDS OF THE ARAB PARROT "VOTE BLACK, NOT WACK!"



I VOTED ON FRIDAY AND FEEL SO EMPOWERED!!!
DONT FORGET TO VOTE! NOVEMBER 4TH!!!

AND PRESERVE YOUR VOTE!!! I fully support wearing Obama tees, pins, hats, etc., but please DO NOT WEAR THESE ITEMS TO THE ELECTION POLLS, YOU WILL GET TURNED AWAY!

MAKE A DIFFERENCE 2008!

P.P.T. Finale

So sad, but true. PPT will grace us for a final time tonight at the Loft in Dallas. So get your copies of Tres Monos in Love and Denglish in rotation so you can sing along with the trio. It's been a while. And have no reservations because the Soul Train Line will be in effect!