MUSIC | JAY-Z BARCLAYS CENTER CONCERT STREAM

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Jay Z allowed his eighth and final concert to be live streamed  after eight straight days of concerts. Jay Z is a great performer and has his own way on energizing and manipulating the emotions of a sold out crowd. Fitted will all black and wearing the New Brooklyn Nets jersey Jay hits the crowd with an abundance of hits. Great vibes in the arena, I honestly wish I could have at least peeped one of the events. But, this live stream will have to do.

INSPIRTION | BOYLSTON TRADING CO PRESENTS: CURT@!N$

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<p><a href=”http://vimeo.com/39369013″>Boylston Trading Co Presents: Curt@!n$</a> from <a href=”http://vimeo.com/user8445204″>Boylston Trading Co</a> on <a href=”http://vimeo.com”>Vimeo</a&gt;.</p>

Curt@!n$ the Brooklyn based rapper gives his insight on his distinct style, and leaves a few important gems for viewers. I’ve always liked Curt@!n$ style being a minimalist myself he inspires me. He also talks about how his music and style compare.

INSPIRATION | MTTV: MARCUS TROY’S CONVERSATION WITH JACK THREADS & THRILLIST

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Curator and blogger Marcus Troy speaks with Jack Threads and discusses the beginning of his blogging venture and the cause behind it. Troy is one of my many inspirations, mostly because he makes a living doing what he loves but also he seems to be a jack of all trades. He dips his hands in every possible medium and also has quality projects. Also, Troy offers tips on what essential pieces should accompany you whenever you travel.

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INSPIRATION | “AMERICAN ROYALTY” BY SAM SPRATT

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Sam Spratt and New York based artist illustrates Donald Glover (Childish Gambino) initially as the album cover for R O Y A L T Y. This piece has awesome detail, this is great talent. Spratt turned his drawings into a illustration series which is displayed online and are sold for pretty good prices. Check HERE for Spratt’s online store.

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MUSIC | CRUEL SUMMER REVIEW

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The creative minds of G.O.O.D Music come together under the command of Kanye West to formulate an amazing piece. With the compilation of egos and swag enthused lyrics, Cruel Summer really does deliver. Every track seems to touch a different mood, and make you feel a different type of hype. It’s not easy to take the many personalities of G.O.O.D Music and make quality music.

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MUSIC / FRANK OCEAN: PYRAMIDS

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Frank Ocean unveils his newest visuals for his most popular track from Channel Orange “Pyramids”. Ocean rides through the serene desert in search for Cleopatra, where he finds her is of course the pyramids. This mind-bending film is directed by Nabil who also directed “Novacane” and “Swim Good”. Nabil always seems to work well with the Frank Ocean concept in his visuals. I think that it was really well done and stays true to Frank.