Question?

Can we classify someone as being smart if their only knowledgeable about dumb shit??

This is for the ice cream truck drivers out there

bravin that summer heat passin out frozen treats drivin through the neighborhood kiddies waiting on the streets waiting for that jingle for hours days n weeks gas prices up but the ice creams still hella cheap! Sad but someday there might not be any ice cream trucks what with gas prices and inflation going up so support your local ice cream truck driver before they become extinct. Peace.

Excitement!: RTB: 2008

Do your homework!

Argument Hour: Why does it matter?

I saw this commercial and it made me want to post.




but this is why. Why the hell does it matter. That's always a legitimate question.

"Hey my name is Jello."
"Why the hell does that matter?"

maybe not in such a mean sense. Perhaps, "how could this be of importance to me" But this is the point I am trying to make. If you're putting effort into something, let's try to make sure it serves a purpose. Don't say needless shit. No need to talk crap or to hate, unless you're really truly trying to inflict some damage. And if you really are trying to inflict damage, than make sure it's directed in the right areas. This is my point. You don't see a point guard juke left, and dribble right, just to end up in the same position. He's trying to move forward. So stop shuckin and jivin if it isn't really doing anything or if you don't have any plan on doing better.

Aloha , its your boy from the 808 islands. Just wanted to post up my new tattoo project. Its going to be a full leg sleeve so i have about 25 hours to go. Tell me what you guys think. Any suggestions on color schemes that would look cool would be great. See you guys in may!

This Book Will Change Your Life: Day 87

It's been a while since I've done these, but this one got me to thinkin quite a bit.

Day 87: Send a message in Morse code out your window and wait to see if someone responds

So I did this but odds were definitely against me. I mean, how many people really know Morse code, how many people would just happen to be looking out their window, and how many people would actually respond back. But this is the part that got me thinking. The book offered a few suggestions on what to say in Morse code.

For example:

Just kidding,
or
I feel lonely and randy, fancy some fun?

It reminded me of when I was young and I'd go fishing with my dad. I would send S.O.S. across the lake to see if someone would respond with their flashlight. Thing was, I didn't know anything else in Morse code, except S.O.S. So if I understood their message, that meant their ship needed saving as well.

So I went ahead and did it, and as I expected, no response. But what about the lucky ones? I was not one of the select few, who got the chance to gain a response. Imagine the conversations. Dot Dash Dot Dot Dot, Dash Dot Dot Dot Dash Dash Dot. That mean's I'm friggin awesome, nice to meet you. Haha not really, but oo the possibilities. You could keep your Morse code messages secret, just between the two of you. "Again tomorrow, 3:30" or "It was nice Morsing with you, again sometime soon?" Because for that one moment, you had something in common with that person. Just a few thoughts on how to relate with people. Get out there and chop it up, people are interesting, get to know em'.

For Frank..

Frank's sellin some shit on craigslist. peep it! (here) wanna be the best?
"This was my life, but now my life needs money."


Ps. If ya'll havent watched Be Kind Rewind you should go check it out so then we can collab and swede some movies. Wizard of Oz would be sick to swede.

He said, she said...

"Peoples thoughts do not make you, only you can create you."

Argument Hour: Misconceptions

This is all stemming from a recent trip to San Francisco, one that was actually pretty eventful, and might actually be the inspiration for a few more posts, but since it seems like it has been a while, since anyone has actually been up on this I think it should be my turn to finally put a little two cents in.

The day was actually pretty random, nice and chill. Basically we went for two things, tickets for Popsicle and to chill in SF. Upon meeting up with a few friends we just decided screw it let's drink a 40 and made our way up to hippie hill, to kick it amongst the crowd. We chose a spot a little near the trees, in a nice open patch between some knocked out bum, some guy who almost got shot up and a big ass black guy BBQ-ing.

I sat back, analyzing the situation. Not realizing how much stereotypes were actually coming into play. Everything from, the dirty white guy, to the big black guy and the smell of weed all around. Little did I know that my thoughts were completely wrong.

I like to take everyone for who they are, but little as I'd like to admit it, stereotypes and misconceptions come into play more than I would really like. I saw the big black guy, walking around with his shirt off, Mickey's in hand and all I could think of was, "this guy thinks he runs this place." Like he can't be touched.

But here's what I've come to learn from my years of experience. People are generally nicer than you think. Everyone has their good side, and everyone has their bad. The difference is, what people decide to show more often. But I kind of see it as, if you're having fun and not hurting anyone, I don't see why anyone should hate on what you're doing.

So the big black guy starts talking, and he says something to us. And I kind of decide to just see what this guy's real deal is. So I ask him what he was grillin up. And nicely he says, "Some fuckin jalepeno hamburger's dog." And it went on from there:

"Can I Get One?"
"Yeah man, first one to get here can have it. Hold up though, in order to come over you better be sippin' on a Mickey's."
So I pulled my 40 out of my brown paper bag, "Whatchu know bout' that son?"
"Go ahead and grab some bread, just save one for my homie"

The story continued on with me introducing my self. Him asking if I need some crack, and me taking down a number, just in case one day, I decided to get some. What could I say? He delivered (crack not burgers). So long story short, I like to get proved wrong when it comes to my initial thoughts and perceptions. Another realization that you really shouldn't judge a book by its cover.

That Looks Good - Living Legends

That looks good but what's on the inside?
What's on the other side?
What's on the flip?
Tell me what I get, is it all of what I see?
If I give you all of me then am I trippin?
Listen!



New double L joint directed by Sunspot Jonz. Nice and chill

Classic

Talib Kweli & Hi- Tek - The Blast


Mos Def - Ms fat booty

Mike23: Cease & Desist

For all those that don't know what Mike or Mike23 is, they are a streetwear brand that has been around for a little over 2 years now. Scott Nelson created Mike23 with the vision of paying homage to his beloved brand, Nike, as well as their key icon, Michael Jordan. On February 13, 2008, Nike filed a cease & desist letter to Mike23 requiring them to remove all Mike23 products from the marketplace. In many cases, Mike23 would abide by the ruling, but there are discrepancies on why such a lengthy delay on serving the C & D considering the long existence of the brand. To view the full article head over to Murketing.

In my opinion, this is just another case and point about the big companies taking out the smaller brands. Mike23 if anything, is paying their respect while increasing the popularity of the Nike/Jordan Brand. Nike is worried about consumers mistaking Mike23 as Nike products, but that wouldn't be the case considering Mike23 is only sold in specific boutique stores were the consumers know what Mike23 is already about.

I personally am not a Mike23 fan, but I can easily understand their frustration. We here at Bomb$hell are kind of on that same path, and if we stick to what has got us here, creative integrity is something we will never have to worry about. In conclusion, Fuck you C & D's letters, and Nike, you guys break my heart.

He said, she said...

"Doing, living, dreaming. Give your life some meaning."

THSF new collabo line.

The Hundreds SF is opening this Thursday, 11am, at 585 Post St. For the unveiling, we had the opportunity to work with 2 of the Bay Area’s most solidified representatives: local designer Benny Gold and hip-hop collective, the esteemed Hieroglyphics crew.
(taken from thehundreds.com) rest of the shirts are on the site.

they got a whole lotta collabos including this one
HAWT!

In Loving Memory: Rubalynn Abalos

It's hard to believe it's already been a year. I still imagine you coming through the door, cracking some random joke, and handlin yourself like the champ we always knew you were. We miss you girly.

He said, she said...

"Hip hop is vintage."

- Hieroglyphics

Erykah Badu Contest "Honey" & Boom Dizzles Moves

Name the artist and album of any three albums Erykah spoofs in her video "Honey" above and you might win some goodies including a autographed poster and some vinyls. At least a couple are no brainers haha. Contest by thisisrealmusic.com (here)



Boom Dizzle, you got me inspired to pick up a pair you cool cool cat.

take a break yo.

stressful times right now, hope these videos can help all yall chill out a bit.
Magnetic ink process

Magnetic Ink, Process video from flight404 on Vimeo.
Wishful thinking, pretty sweet song.

Wishful Thinking- Lipdub from annatruus on Vimeo.
(taken from Vimeo)

He said, she said...

"Who wants to be ordinary, in a crazy mixed up world?"

-Michelle Branch

Freestyle: Craig G and Q-Tip

I've been watchin freestyle sessions for days now, a session is in order. This weekend perhaps? It may go down. Haha This one is more chill, but A legend at work is always nice to see.

Argument Hour: Competition

I haven't been on this for a while, a sad truth, but I thought since I had some time, I'd write something about how I've been feeling lately, a little segway into a future project why this is that and that is this. But for now, this is why everything is everything. And everything is competition

Let's start it with this. You can see everything is competition. Good vs. Bad, Red vs. Blue, Yes vs. No. But with every competition, there needs to be a winner and loser. And who decides the winner? Because in the case of good and bad. If it was a competition of who was nicer, then the good would always win, but if it was a competition of who was meaner, than the bad would always win. And in every case, there could be arguments. Who decides what is mean? Who decides what is good? Who can really say that this is more mean than that.

So take another example, Basketball (just because playoffs are comin up). Basketball is a competition, in which, these competitions arise. Who is the best player, who can beat who to the basket, who can score the most points, who has the best team, and so many more. But this is why you have to take EVERYTHING into account in this situation. With every competition, you are trying to outwit your opponent. Yes there is tons of skill involved, but at the end of the day, if you can utilize any skill you have and match it up perfectly with your opponents, you will arise the victor. So as one person trying to beat another, you have to utilize, your knowledge against theirs.


So a journey to the basket results in this. Are they the kind of person to fall for this trick, do they know I'm left handed, or are they weak on the right side. You do the math in your head, they have this long a reach, I am this far from the basket, I have to put this much force on the ball from here, or 2 points plus my last 28 gives me 30 for the game.. haha. You utilize the games psychology fake out your player, and come out the victor of this round.

Random thoughts, but you want me to argue about why this is that? Give me some thoughts or ideas, I've been feelin like writing lately

Party & Bullsh@t

RIP Biggie Smalls.

Freestyle: Mos Def

This is what I live for, music and the meaning in words. It's hard to find much better, everyone has on and off days, but Mos never fails kid. Never fails

bic pen mastery

These were drawn with a bic! A fucking bic, you know those standard ball point pens that stores and shit always give away? Shit blew my mind! Dudes name is Juan Francisco Casas. More info and pics can be found (here) and you can find his website (here)

boredom at work equals

sheet rock cutouts! im gunna see how many i can churn out haha

I never did learn pager code...

holla at me kid sister you fine fine woman!

B$ by Jeff.

hey guys, jeff made this for b$ and i think its pretty cool and funny considering how nike's new sbs are a lower quality than what they used to be. sorry i got off topic there. thanks paper CUT-Throat!

He said, She said...

"If you guys don't smile, you guys are ugly."

-Slug, Atmosphere

Crown City Rockers @ Detroit Bar

Yo Crown City Rockers killed it last night! They're some chill folks too. Although we didn't chat with Raashan he slipped out somewhere after. Max was real chill we talked about how theres like 0 venues in San Jose for hip hop acts and how bomb$hell's out to change that! Kat was busy fightin off all the boys tryna spit game haha. But yea it was dope show for $10. Look out for their new album droppin sometime in the Fall.