The Beatles Ain't Nothin Ta Fuck Wit.

Props to Mr. Caruana for this mash-up. Two of my favorite musical acts from two very different genres coming together to make one very unique album. Wu-Tang vocals mixed over music by The Beatles. Download it here.

If that ain't enough Beatles infused hip-hop for ya, check out Danger Mouse's The Grey Album, which mixes rapper Jay-Z's The Black Album with The Beatles' The White Album.

This mash-up (which you can download here) became so popular, EMI (Electrical & Musical Industries Ltd.) attempted to halt it's online distribution because fuck you that's why. It also caught the ear of Gorillaz creator Damon Albarn, who, thoroughly impressed with Danger Mouse's mad skills, recruited him to produce Demon Days, one of my favorite albums ever.

808's and Heartbreak Customs

Hi! I'm BestKeptSecret the new writer for ListenUp. Brennan asked me to write with him because he said it would bring new perspectives to the blog. But honestly, I think it's just because he's lazy as fuck. I'm a huge fan of kicks, so I decided to make my first post about these amazing Nike AF1 customs by Mache & emmanuelabor. Inspired by Kaw's promotional artwork off of Kanye West's album 808's and Heartbreak:




If you readers out there want your own pair of custom shoes, you can myspace these guys and get them to make whatever you have in mind...for a fee of course.

Top 25 Most Anticipated Albums Allegedly Releasing in 2010.

This year is supposed to be real good, With alot of "Rookies" putting out there first album, and alot of "comeback" albums(Beastie Boys, Common, Kanye). Drake, and J.Cole are ready to surprise and prove everyone, why they are here to stay. Alot of my favorite artists are releasing albums this year, I cannot wait to hear what they have for me. Check out Complex's Top 25 list.

ListenUp.

I would like to announce that ListenUp has a new writer added to the team. He is going to bring great views, style, and opinion. I am stoked! Oh yeah, and I am not telling you who it is.

You will have to tune in, and ListenUp.

Comment below, if you want to guess who it is.

Sundays Are For Looking Good.

Where It All Started...

KR3W Apparel has influenced my style of dress since 2005. They are really unique, I like that. KR3W Apparel, caters to "slim" people like myself. I believe that if something doesn't fit properly, then you shouldn't wear it; Just a waste of money, I have taught myself over the years. KR3W is leaning to more "fashion" pieces which is nice. I feel like Kr3w has been following my mood since I started wearing there product. First started wearing there product when they were all about patterns and repeating logos. At the time, I liked that alot... but looking back... I wish I could forget that "stage" of my life, hhaha. Now, they are putting more thought into what really makes something look good... minor details. Here is an example:

Sundays Are For Looking Good.

Every Sunday, I am going to "profile"... a "style"... a person that I think is dressing "well"... or a brand. I am really into fashion, streetwear and shoes, so I wanna let you know where I am influenced by. ListenUp.

Lizard King. Skating with a cast!

Fotography Fridays.

Photo By:Bobby Hundreds

Photo By: Bobby Hundreds

Photo By: 13TH Witness

Photo By: 13TH Witness

Fotography Fridays.

Photography has been around for decades; its a way people can express there mood, feeling, and creativity. I was privileged to take digital photography classes throughout high-school, it was my favorite class and I learnt alot. Every Friday, I am going to have some photography and/or photographers. Photography is one of my favorite art-forms, and I would love to get back with a camera.

"TK Society" Spring 2010.

Tons of color-ways available for Spring. This Shoe is extremely comfortable.

"SkyTop 2" Spring 2010.

Keep your eyes open for the White TUF, They are going to be available at Momentum Marketplace.

"Cuban" Spring 2010.

Supra put out alot of "different" shoes this season, which is expected. These Cuban's with laces are really nice, gives it a classier look. I hope they are waxed leather laces.

Nike SB P-Rod 2010 Collection.

Things are looking good for Nike SB, and Paul Rod, This year. Get all your SB and P-Rod Gear at Momentum Marketplace.

Paul Rodriguez 'P.Rod' Collection at the Agenda Tradeshow from Chris Lee on Vimeo.

"Thunder" Spring 2010.

White Tuf, and Grey Canvas are super SICK.

"Bandit" Spring 2010

Supra has been putting out alot of "different" shoes(sneakers?) out lately, some "out there" and some are actually pretty dope. These ones remind me of a "Skytop", "Dixon","Suprano", and a "Timberland" mixed together.

"Facebook Creepin' While You're Sleepin!"

I was actually creeping a FB page, and I stumbled upon this "Neckface" mural. Really awesome, I think the person that took the picture had no idea about "Neckface" and just took a picture. I think this is super dope.

Jay-Z Interview.

Jay-Z just met up with Interview Magazine, to discuss his newest album (The Blueprint 3). During the interview, they discuss, Kanye's outburst on Taylor Swift, His past ten albums, collaborations, pop music, and his relationship with presidents. Check It Out, Here.

As Popularized By: Theophilus London.

Inspiration Monday.

Levi Maestro.

Levi Maestro, rising film maker, skater, blogger, and creator. At a young age, and coming up as a "nobody" (in a nice way) he has done alot for himself in the past couple years. Maestro Knows started as a personal blog (like inno), then the living in LA part of his life slowly made his creative mind, create great things. Quickly, he started meeting names like "Anthony Hamilton", and "Eric Koston". Which led to "bigger" projects, "Maestro Knows", an online show based around his day-to-day life in the LA area, meeting up with "big" name celebrities and creating videos with them. He has also produced: numerous footage for corporations, and musicians, as well as, a recently released tee shirt with "13TH Witness"(a up and coming photographer).

Levi inspires me because he is doing this all, at a young age. He prefers quality over quantity, which is key. I am hoping to learn from him and continue to grow over time, I have had a lot of good things happen to me, "career" wise, in the last year. It doesn't stop at success, it stops at perfection.

"Its Funny How You Ask Me How Ever Many Years Ago Did I Ever Think A Time Like This Would Come Into Play? I Would Have Had To Say No Because The Truth Is, I Had No Idea. Thats Whats Really Cool About Letting Things Happen And Not Worrying About The Future. If Your Doing What Your Supposed To Be Doing, Everythings Gonna Work Its Self Out. Just Like I Told Myself Before.. You Gotta Work Hard And Do For Yourself 'Cuz Nobody Else Is Gonna Do What You Want For You."-Levi Maestro.

Here is just a sample of what work he does:

Check Out More Work From Levi @ MaestroKnows

Inspiration Monday.

Every Monday, I will be posting something, someone, or somewhere that inspires me. Inspiration, is how we learn our style, unique-ness, and how we should live. I get inspired almost every hour of a day, from art to people walking down the street. Inspiration keeps us learning.