Free-agent forward Ron Artest says he's leaving the Houston Rockets to join the Los Angeles Lakers. In a text message to ESPN.com on Thursday night, Artest wrote: "I am happy to say I am goin' to L.A." ESPN The Magazine's Chris Broussard reports that Artest and the Lakers have reached a verbal agreement on what is believed to be a three-year contract worth an estimated $18 million. Wednesday is the first day free agents are permitted to sign new deals. Artest's decision was first reported by CBSSports.com. The mercurial swingman was initially courted by the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Here's the new mixtape from Fly Society called "Fly With Us Or Beneath Us. If your a true Terry Kennedy fan then you need this mixtape. Check it out here. Don't forget that we have the super limited Bloodbath X Fly Society tees on the album cover here at Tradition. Get yours before they are gone!
Tradition is proud to present "Off The Wall" an artshow in tribute to the late Michael Jackson. Artists include Acme, Axis, Chase Tafoya, Christina Felice, Dethkills, DJ Solo, Eyeone, Jason Youth, Justin Reed, Marsha, Ralph Silerio, Sharktoof, Spurn, Tommy Ruets, and more. The show will also feature a Michael Jackson tribute set by DJ Katashtrophy. The opening reception is July 25th from 7-11.
The Detroit Pistons made the biggest early splash in free agency today, agreeing to terms with Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva. Former Bulls guard Gordon will receive a five-year, $55 million deal, while former Bucks forward Villanueva gets a five-year deal for $40 million, sources told ESPN.com's Chris Broussard. Gordon rejected deals from Chicago in excess of $50 million each of the past two seasons. Milwaukee elected to let the 24-year-old Villanueva become an unrestricted free agent earlier this week, after the Bucks determined that matching any restricted free-agent offers would move the team closer to the luxury tax threshold and limit changing the roster. Free agents can't officially sign with new teams until July 8.
VIDEO: B. MANLEY (GREATEST TRICK SHOT MAKER ON THE PLANET)
Bruce Manley, is almost as unreal as watching him on tape. An overnight YouTube sensation thanks to a Shaq Tweet where he said he wanted to find Manley for a $1000 game of H.O.R.S.E., Manley has seen his trick-shot video jump from 300 views to upwards of 300,000 in a week. He might look like one in the video, but the 25-year-old bank employee from Sparta, NJ isn’t claiming to be a miracle worker. He admits that some of the shots in his videos have taken some time to make. But as he and numerous friends and family have insisted in the comments section of this site and others, every shot in the video is legit. Dude is incredible!
We just received the highly anticipated Kobe Muppet "4 Rings Championship" tee. As you know Kobe wore this during the Laker Parade celebration. Peep our New Arrivals section daily for all the new and hottest gear at the shop.
Here's another MJ tribute joint called "Mike Jacks" from one of my favorite MC's Ras Kass. This is one of the hardest tribute joints ever, Ras is a BEAST.
You true MJ fans may remember this Living with Michael Jackson is a documentary, in which British journalist Martin Bashir interviewed Michael Jackson over a span of 8 months, from May 2002 to January 2003. It was shown first in the UK on 3 February 2003 and in the US three days later on ABC, introduced by Barbara Walters. Martin Bashir put the proposal to Jackson as a way to show the world the truth about him and make nothing off limits. The interview was very unusual, as it had been extremely rare for Jackson to allow such access to his personal life, or to talk so freely about his traumatic childhood. Nevertheless, he did show some reserve when asked to discuss other personal issues, such as the plastic surgery he has had.
The US Air Force has teamed up with Galpin Auto Sports and built the stealth looking Dodge Challenger Vapor, part muscle car and part fighter jet. The designers fitted the body of the car with jet enhancements that would even make Batman look twice. Special radar-blocking black paint covers the car, while a stealth exhaust allows it to run virtually silent. A roof-mounted camera detects any type of movement within a quarter mile. Biometric verification via the driver’s thumbprint gives access to the vehicle through gull wing doors.
Once seated behind the wheel (or wheels, as there is a passenger-side steering wheel as well), the pilot and co-pilot can use an advanced computer-system complete with internet access, a GPS tracking system, exterior proximity sensors, as well as switch on a thermal vision projection on the windshield to track enemy forces through the darkness. USAF designed the Challenger as a recruitment tool for future cadets. The military planned a Super Car Tour and is visiting various high schools across the US, along with a handful of auto shows to entice young hopefuls into military service.
Hip Hop Official caught up with Wale for their Artist of the Week series. Wale talks about his past mixtapes, his upcoming album, and his single "Chilling" with Lady Gaga.
I had to post this for Drew and all the DJ homeys. From Berlin Germany, Metrofarm Studio has produced a number of stunning, custom built DJ Desks. The new desks, in folded stainless steel and wood painted black and neon orange demand attention. They're for anybody with a musical mind and an eye for detail, looking to add spark to a lounge room, club or gallery. It's art for the DJ's sake.
Here's a new Killa Cam joint called "You The Baddest" featuring Vado. Finally a new Cam joint that I can bump for the summer. Check out this smooth track here.
MIXTAPE: DJ WOOGIE PRESENTS CASHIS BOGISH BOY VOL. 5
Damm... Cashis has been on his grind lately... Check out his newest mixtape, DJ Woogie presents Bogish Boy Vol. 5. You can download the mixtape here. Look for a track from Cashis on the upcoming Tradition mixtape as well.
CONSEQUENCE FT. KANYE WEST & JOHN LEGEND - WHATEVER YOU WANT
Here's the first single from Consequence's upcoming Cons TV. "Whatever You Like" features Kanye West & John Legend. Kanye actually raps on this one too.
Royce Da 5'9 is preparing the release of his highly-anticipated “Street Hop” LP on Spet. 2nd. The album is executive-produced by DJ Premier and has already generated overwhelming critical accolades alone with the release of a few street-singles. Royce will also be releasing a Digital only four song EP entitled “The Revival.” “The Revival” will be released on July 7th, and it will include new tracks from Royce’s “Street Hop” LP along with a new Slaughterhouse track. Check out the first leak from Royce's "The Revival" EP called "Gun Harmonizing" (produced by Emile).
Here's a new video from Naledge for his Track "Focus" from his album Chicago Picasso on DuckDown Records. This is a pretty dope video.
The video was directed by Noah Banks over the course of two weeks and was made from 3,000 still images and zero video footage. Watch Naledge get his stop-motion on while making his way through the streets of the Chi.
MIXTAPE: COOKIN' SOUL - TRIBUTE TO THE KING OF POP
Here's another MJ tribute mixtape for all of you... This time it's brought to you by Cookin' Soul and features 50 Cent, Kid Cudi, Jay-Z, Biggie, and more. You can download the mixtape here. Check the tracklist below.
01 - Intro 02 - Beat it feat. Kid Cudi 03 - Remember the time feat. 50 Cent 04 - Bad feat. Ludacris 05 - Skit 06 - I Want You Back feat. Lil Wayne 07 - Don’t stop ‘Til You Get Enough feat. Jay-Z 08 - Black or White feat. Eminem 09 - Thriller feat. Notorious B.I.G 10 - Rock with you feat. Notorious B.I.G 11 - Smooth Criminal feat. 2Pac 12 - You Rock My World feat. Nas 13 - outro 14 - I can´t help it (Cookin Soul Band Remix)
Are your kids scared of the dark? No problem. You don't need a night light, get them the Suge Knight Light. It'll keep them safe, especially from the boogie man. This video is too funny.
