HEY THERE

I saw these rapping British children dressed as princesses on Ellen today. While party of me wanted to go “aww shucks, that’s adorable” the other part of me thought, “aww hell to the naw, what is wrong with the world?!?”

While the girls (especially the little brunette one) are talented, it disturbed me that these kids are emulating Nicki Minaj. I don’t have any babies, but if I I did, I don’t think I’d want them glorifying anyone who uses the word “anus” in a song…It reminded of a brilliant article I read HERE about the degradation and commercialism of pop music today.

I’ll get off my high horse now and stop with the preachy junk. After all, in 2nd grade my favorite song was “Gin & Juice” and I turned out only slightly abnormal…

JUST REMIXIN

Awesome remix of an awesome track…check out Kid Kaio’s remix of “Original Don” by Major Lazer ft. Partysquad

 

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HILARIO

MADE IN AMERICA: Z GALLERIE

As promised, I am gonna start posting American brands to encourage people to buy domestically and boost our economy. If you need to deck out your new pad/apartment/basement of your parents house check out Z Gallerie.

Chic Combo: Linear Dining Table + Buffet: ZGallerie.com

This place has always been a favorite of mine, but I just recently found out that their furniture is made in the good ol’ USA using high quality materials and great aesthteics. If you’re tired of going to your friends places and recognizing that same piece of Ikea fuktorp or whatever the hell Swedish nonsense they got, this place might be your best bet.

Oblong Wall Gear Clock: ZGallerie.com

In addition to furniture, they sell art, bedding, housewares and just generally cool stuff to take up space in your house. The prices are semi-reasonable…you’re definitely not shopping at Big Lots but it’s not sky high. Plus if you live in the L.A. area you can make the trek to the outlet in Gardena and save up to 75% off the normal prices.

Beware though: Though the furniture is American made, many things (such as art and novelty items) are bought from outside suppliers and are probably mass produced in a Chinese dungeon. But we’re taking baby steps here. Rome wasn’t built in a day. The same can be said for an awesome living room.

Stache Straws: ZGallerie.com

 

THE HARDEST EVER

You know, how I know that the apocalypse really IS near? Mick Jagger is making electro-pop songs with Jennifer Lopez. If that’s not a sign that the end of days is near, I don’t know what it is…

What I’m referring to is T.H.E. (The Hardest Ever) by will.i.am feat. the aforementioned singers. Not gonna lie, when I first heard this song, I thought Lil’ Jon was singing, not Mick. Either way, it is pretty catchy, though that’s not surprising when will.i.am is behind it. That dude makes hits like Brangelina makes babies…or adopts them. Whatever.

BABY BLUE

Exclusive first pics, of the most talented baby on earth, hand-delivered to this blog by Uncle Kanye. Now presenting…Blue Ivy, progeny of Jay-Z and Beyonce!

SO BEAUTIFUL!!!

FOR OLD TIMES SAKE

I miss Mad TV…

MADE IN AMERICA

Greetings, homies. It’s that special time of year where people compile long lists of crap they intend to do, but usually don’t, then end up feeling guilty about and hating themselves, and making Pandora stations filled with sad depressing tunes that induce crying…of course I’m talking about the new year’s rezzies. I only have one resolution this year:

Buy shit made here.

I hate to get all America-fuck-yeah on you but supporting American companies not only creates much-needed jobs and stabilizes our fledgling economy, chances are, stuff made here is just better quality than all the junk you get from China. And think of how much better you’ll sleep knowing that your hoodie wasn’t made by a four year old.

People (including me) always complain that it’s so hard to find products actually made here. To thee I say one word: google. I need a new bike. I googled “made in usa bikes” in 1 minute later found an AWESOME website where you can get a totally customized, brand-spankin‘ new bike made in New York starting $299. That’s like Target prices, straight up. (You can check out Worksman Cycles HERE)

So I encourage my fellow Americans to try to buy products made here. To help out, I’m gonna do a Made In America post every so often to highlight American companies I think you might like.

This will probably be my last pose of 2011, so happy new year people. And to keep with the patriotic spirit of this post, I’ll leave you with a true American classic

SOMETHING TO LOOK FORWARD TO

Diplo announced that he is gonna give free music away in a few days…that’s wonderful news to all of us broke ass ninjas out there. The free EP is entitled “Express Yourself,” and judging from the sample he certainly is expressing himself in a bunch of ways…he covers a grip of genres in less than 4 minutes.

Check it for yourself HERE

THE YEAR IN REVIEW

Sorry for the lack of recent updates. I’ve been super busy, trying to expand the CSC line to include new tee designs as well as cut & sewn items for women and men…new collection launches sometime within early 2012 so look out. Anyhoo, 2011 is coming to a close. Most people like to end the year with a “Best Of” list, but we at CSC like to switch it up a bit. Now presenting the Top 9 Worst of 2011 List.

WORST FASHION TREND: ANIMAL HEAD HATS

There are only two reason to wear stuff like this:

a. You are in elementary school, ’cause in that case, it’s adorable.

b. You are at a rave and you’re too fucked up on pills to notice that you’re not in elementary school anymore.

RUNNER UP: Ugly glitter shoes