" POP THE CORK! " LEBRON JAMES IS SET TO RELEASE SPECIAL EDITION "CORK" LEBRON 10 SNEAKER, A SNEAKER LIKE NO OTHER! DECEMBER '12

LeBron James’s first NBA Championship was a long time coming, but the moment finally arrived this past June, and you can best believe that the corks were popping and the champagne was flowing. To further honor King James’s first ring, Nike has whipped up a special edition of the LeBron X featuring a genuine cork material on the upper that has previously not been seen on too many sneaker models outside of the Air Force 1 Bespoke program. In addition to commemorating LeBron’s 2012 NBA title, the “Cork” LeBron X also marks another important first for the Swoosh in that it is the first in a line of upcoming Nike Basketball releases to crossover with Nike Sportswear for premium non-performance versions of their high-profile bball models. We’ve already seen the Kobe 8 Lifestyle, but it appears that the Nike LeBron X “Cork” will beat it to the punch as the first NSW signature model to hit retail when these drop in limited quantities this December.

" 10 DEEP "

Popping champagne bottles on June 21 following his first championship was a tribute to an unprecedented year for LeBron James. Three-time league MVP, Finals MVP – these individual awards pale in comparison to the honor James and his teammates accomplished.World Champs. A distinction that stands the test of time like a fine champagne, and inspiration for a genuine cork version of James’ tenth signature shoe.  Inspired by the LEBRON X performance shoe, Nike Sportswear brings a sophisticated edge to the shoe with premium materials and fabrication intended for off-court use. This LEBRON X NSW cork edition marks the first of multiple Nike Sportswear versions of Nike signature basketball shoes, all remixed with premium materials for non-performance use. The Nike Sportswear LEBRON X cork shoe launches globally in December in limited quantities.

source:nike/sneakernews/urbanmessmag

" WHO WORE THE DUE BETTER RIRI OR HALLEY? " YOU DECIDE???

 

 " RED HOT! "

Rihanna had us all talking when she debuted her dramatic pixie cut at the 2012 MTV VMAs last month. But we shouldn't have acted all surprised by the close crop -- after all, it's basically the same haircut Halle Berry has had for years. Rihanna and Berry go head-to-head (in a silly competition we just invented) in the Pixie Cut Challenge, i.e. Who Wore Her Pixie Cut Better.  Although she's a chronic hair-changer, Rihanna held onto her short 'do long enough to shoot the November cover of Vogue, doing her best hunched-over model pose in a red Valentino dress. Halle Berry also donned red for her new InStyle cover but managed to look much cheerier in her cutout dress. Two different mags, two totally different vibes. In just one month, two major covers look remarkably similar?!?!?!

SOURCE:HUFFINGTONPOST/INSTYLE/URBANMESSMAG

" SUPERWOMAN AT THE SUPER BOWL " BEYONCE IS CONFIRMED TO PERFORM AT THE 2013 NFL SUPER BOWL IN NEW ORLEANS, FEB 3, 2013

" SHE IS ON!!! "

It's official! Beyonce will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show.After the AP broke the story with an anonymous source, the singer took to her blog to confirm the gig in a decidedly Beyonce manner: She posted a photo of her face with eyeblack featuring the words "Feb. 3 2013." That, of course, is the date of Super Bowl XLVII. Last year, Madonna teamed up with M.I.A., Nicki Minaj and LMFAO for a somewhat chaotic halftiME performance (M.I.A. notoriously showed the camera her middle finger). A source familiar with the Super Bowl told The Associated Press the Grammy-winning diva will take the stage at the halftime show on Feb. 3, 2013, at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. The source spoke on condition of anonymity because that person wasn't authorized to publicly reveal the information. The official announcement is expected Wednesday, the source said. Beyonce, whose pop and R&B hits include "Crazy in Love," "Irreplaceable" and "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)," has won 16 Grammy Awards. The 31-year-old sang the national anthem at the 2004 Super Bowl in her hometown of Houston when the New England Patriots defeated the Carolina Panthers.

source:huffingtonpost/ap/urbanmessmag

" ROCKING THE HOUSE!!! " STARS OF THE MUSIC WORLD AND HOLLYWOOD BRING THEIR BEST FOR BET "BLACK GIRLS ROCK" SHOW

 

Saturday, October 13 was a night for the black and beautiful as Hollywood’s elite stepped out for Black Girls Rock 2012. The organization, founded by Beverly Bond, aims to empower and mentor young women of color, while also promoting a positive portrayal of black women in the media.

This year’s event was hosted by Tracee Ellis Ross and Regina King and includes appearances from Ciara and Missy Elliott, Keyshia Cole, Brandy and more.

Scandal star Kerry Washington and singer Janelle Monae were among those honored by the organization for their contribution to black girls everywhere through their careers. The ceremony airs on BET until November 4.

source:bet/vibe/zimbio/urbanmessmag

" UNSTOPPABLE! " RIHANNA GRACES THE NOVEMBER COVER OF VOUGE MAGAZINE

Rihanna Talks Dating and Chris Brown in Vogue November Issue.

 

Rihanna revealed her second Vogue cover over the weekend, giving her fans and stans some red h
ot eye candy. The fashion bible deems “Rihanna: The Unstoppable Artist” in its November 2012 issue. She certainly is unstoppable when it comes to music and fashion as she prepares for the release of her seventh studio album Unapologetic and fragrance ‘Nude.’ Above, the “Diamonds” singer goes high-end chic in a Valentino gown paired with lace booties. The singer also wears looks from Dior Haute Couture, Michael Kors, Rosamosario and Marc Jacob.

Most importantly, the Vogue editorial digs into everything readers want to know from Chris Brown to her carefree attitude. “I would love to go on a date,” she admits. “I’m a woman. A young woman, vibrant, and I love to have fun.” She continues, “Seriously, all I want is a guy to take me out and make me laugh for a good hour and take my ass back home. He doesn’t even have to come up. All I want is a conversation for an hour.”And what would a RiRi interview be without a Chris Brown chatter? “To the world, I feel like there’s no closure. There’s some obsession that’s continued even throughout when we weren’t friends or couldn’t be friends at all. Hated each other. The world hasn’t let go. They haven’t seen any progress in our friendship, because they don’t see anything, really, besides the song.”

 " PICK IT UP TODAY ON STANDS EVERYWHERE!!! "

 

SOURCE:VIBE/VOUGE/URBANMESSMAGAZINE

" HALLOWEEN CANDY " KIM KARDASHIAN SHOWS OFF HER NEW HALLOWEEN COSTUME FOR 2012

"NO TRICKS, JUST TREATS!!!"

Hate all you want but Kim Kardashian is still tops for most desired women in the world according to some men's magazine polls, incuding ours! Check out her latest "Josie & The Pussy Cats" inspired costume. She looks Great!  Kim really know how to "WOW!" her fans! Also check out some other cool and sexy Halloween costumes from years past. Left to Right. (The Queen from Alice in Wonderland, Pirates of The Caribbean, Josie & The Pussy Cats, Lil Red Riding Hood)

" FITTED RIGHT " MLB DEBUTS 2012 POST SEASON PLAYOFF HATS

In 1996 when the New York Yankees played the Atlanta Braves for the world series title, there was a new patch that debuted on the left side of the players hats. It was the first time that a patch was added to the players uniforms during the series, ever. The patch commorates the fall classic by showing the current year along with a funky baseball diamond design. The patch seem to be a hit amongst the fan's favorite and every year. So every year since  96' MLB has tried to re-capture that moment for every world series classic. This year MLB has introduced a different patch on the current palyoff team's hats commorating the 2012 playoffs before the world series. Now I'm sure that they will also have a world series hat for the 2 winners of the National and American Leagues when the series starts in a few weeks, but I'm really hoping that one day they can bring back the grey bottom hats which seem to be a better quality fit for fitted hat fans that love New Era caps. But until then for now you can purchase your 2012 Postseason hat at your nearest sports merchandise store like Lids, Modells, Footlocker and MLB.com

source:mlb.com/urbanmessmag

" FAILING RELIGION " LUXARY JEAN COMPANY TRU RELIGION STRUGGLES AS A COMPANY AND IS LOOKING FOR FINACIAL HELP

True Religion, the jeans company that’s lately been getting so much status-symbol love in songs by Chief Keef, French Montana and Waka Flocka—not to mention an entire mixtape dedication from 2 Chainz—is having financial problems, according to The New York Times:  True Religion Apparel, the struggling maker of upscale denim, is apparently hoping a sale can repair its fraying financials.

True Religion’s shares have plummeted 39 percent this year, to $21.01, valuing the company at $541.8 million. On Wednesday, its stock leaped 25 percent, to $26.40, in premarket trading. True Religion was one of the original high-priced, designer jeans in the mid-2000s, and their hope is that a buyout will allow them to continue to make their signature frayed jeans. No comment on the news from 2 Chainz yet, though if he’s looking for suggestions for new brands to rep, we have more than a few.

source:fader/nytimes/truereligion/urbanmessmag

" I RIDE WITH MY PEOPLES " JAY-Z TAKES THE SUBWAY IN NYC TO HIS LAST CONCERT PERFORMANCE @ THE BARCLAYS CENTER LAST SATURDAY EVENING

When you're waiting on the train platform in New York City to get where you need to go you don't expect to see one of the biggest superstars in the world just stroll in through the turnstyles but last night Jay-Z shocked many MTA commuters. Jigga man decided to skip car service or a ride in his luxurious Maybach and hopped on the train like an average New Yorker to get to his last show at the Barclay's Center last Saturday night.

The rapper caused a frenzy when he entered the train station at Canal St around 6 P.M. and rode it all the way to Atlantic Avenue. Escorted by plainclothes police officers and his own security, Hova didn't seem to pay for the ride and attracted a loud band of followers that made him look like the Pied Piper, a source who followed Jay-Z told the Daily News.

On the platform, the rapper waited for one train to pass before getting onto the Brooklyn-bound R. On the way he even sat next to and older woman who was all smiles to have the Brooklyn native by her side. Jigga Man shows us he is definitely one with people. Moments later he hit the stadium stage where he surprised the crowd with a special performance from his wifey, Beyonce.

In other Jay-Z news, he also announced he will be dropping a souvenir for fans to remember the historic moment at Barclays, an 8-track optic EP of live recordings from the concerts. It will include eight live performances and will be available exclusively on iTunes on Tuesday, October 9th!Sounds like this guy is on his A game and we wouldn't be surprised if he took the Barclay's after party to a local bar!

HE IS A NATIVE NEW YORKER SO WHY NOT?!

source:globalgrind/nydn/urbanmessmag

" 2 MUCH LOVE & HIP HOP?! " STEVIE J. DENIES RUMORS OF KISSING LIL WAYNE

A video went viral on YouTube Monday of Lil Wayne allegedly kissing “Love and Hip Hop: Atlanta” star Stevie J. But Stevie J has come forward to lay the allegations to rest. "I'm in Los Angeles getting that bread working on this Rihanna project, this Mariah project," Stevie J told "The Morning Riot Show," as he is also a music producer. "I been doing this [sic], screwing chicks, telling lies and selling pies... "

Meanwhile, the controversial video was taken in Miami at Club Liv.  It shows Lil’ Wayne onstage performing after stopping briefly to allegedly kiss a man on the lips. According to Vibe magazine, the person seen on stage with Lil’ Wayne is actually a deejay who also goes by the name Stevie J, and is a part of Lil’ Wayne’s label YMCMB. "I leave kissing guys to them other guys," Stevie J added.

The kiss should come as no surprise to Lil’ Wayne fans. The rapper infamously kissed Cash Money Records head honcho Birdman on the lips in 2006. Birdman defended the act, saying "That's my son, ya heard me," to radio DJ Tim Westwood. Lil’ Wayne is not actually Birdman’s son, however. "If he was right here, I'd kiss him again. I kiss my daughter, my other son, I mean, you have children? Well, if you did you'd understand what I meant with it. I just think people took that too far man. That's my son. I'll do it again tomorrow, I'll kill for him. Ride and die for him," Birdman added.

source/ibtimes/urbanmessmag

" WE ARE THE TALK OF NEW YORK, AGAIN! " DERON WILLIAMS IS GRACES THE COVER OF OCTOBER SPORTS ILLUSTRATED

" BRINGING THE NOISE "

The cover of this week's Sports Illustrated, featuring Deron Williams in front of a Brooklyn mural, was revealed Tuesday night. The cover headline reads "Brooklyn Rising, the NBA feels the beat of the street. The mural features Dr. J, Jay-Z, Jackie Robinson and street ball legend Fly Williams. The feature article is written by Rick Telander, author of the 1976 book "Heaven is a Playground," which chronicled Williams and a summer of Brooklyn street ball. Telander returns to "the borough that spawned generations of schoolboy legends (not to mention legendary characters) and finally has an NBA team of its own." It's about Brooklyn hoops as much as it is the team. "Brooklyn has more hoops heritage in its parks than Harlem, the Bronx, West 4th St., Philly, Chicago, L.A., anywhere," Telander writes. Meanwhile, the latest promo for "The Association" is out and it features everyone from Rosie Perez (who once criticized the arena at a rally) to Spike Lee (who appears to limit himself to "Brooklyn in the house").

source:netsdaily/nba/si.com/urbanmess

"HERE IS A FEW REASONS WHY DRAKE'S AALIYAH ALBUM MIGHT WORK"

While Drake has given us lyrical evidence that he has possession issues, he claims the late R&B songbird Aaliyah like a forlorn lover. Omit the somewhat creepy back ink of baby girl’s face and the seemingly half-baked posthumous collaboration “Enough Said” and there may be reasons why these two will make the perfect match in musical heaven on her post-mortem album

Aaliyah’s 2002 compilation I Care 4 U featured the smooth ballad of the same name, where the singer offers affection to the man she loves. Fast forward to 2011, Toronto spitter Drake dropped his sophomore effort Take Care along with the Rihanna-assisted track that reads like a response to Aaliyah. Their fragile emotions mixed with mirror-image lyricism makes for radio-friendly romance.

Aaliyah’s 2002 compilation I Care 4 U featured the smooth ballad of the same name, where the singer offers affection to the man she loves. Fast forward to 2011, Toronto spitter Drake dropped his sophomore effort Take Care along with the Rihanna-assisted track that reads like a response to Aaliyah. Their fragile emotions mixed with mirror-image lyricism makes for radio-friendly romance.

Aaliyah would be the first to say that age ain’t nothin’ but a double digit, but numerical significance isn’t lost on Drake, who etched “416″ along the side of his torso. The number doubles as “116,” an homage to his hometown and A’s birthday, January 16. Combine the two on wax and it may mean some hefty numbers on the sales side too.

SOURCE:VIBE/URBANMESSMAG

"BEAST OF THE EAST" NY YANKEES WIN AMERICAN LEAGUE EASTERN DIVISION ROMPING THE BOSTON REDSOX 14-2 AND ARE NOW READY FOR THE 2012 PLAYOFFS TO BEGIN!!!

  

"SAVING THE BEST FOR LAST"

Robinson Cano and Curtis Granderson each hit a pair of homers, powering the New York Yankees past the Boston Red Sox 14-2 on a raucous Wednesday night in the Bronx for their 13th AL East title in 17 years. In front of fans poised to party from the first pitch, the Yankees completed a three-game sweep of the last-place Red Sox to win their second consecutive division crown. The championship was locked up by the seventh inning, when Baltimore's 4-1 loss at Tampa bay went final. Cano tied a career high with six RBIs as New York secured home-field advantage throughout the AL playoffs. The Yankees will open on the road Sunday against the winner of Friday's wild-card game between Baltimore and Texas.

source:uffingtonpost/mlb/nyyankees/urbanmessmag