Martini Mondays feat K'La

Start your week off right with Culture shock and Hot 105.7, at Martini Mondays featuring National Recording Artist K'la. Come listen as she performs her hit single "All Your Love" live. This event will be held on today June 13, 2011, at THE Ikonz Bar and Grill. And admission is #FREE #FREE #FREE Check out the song and official video below.

The Dunk

In honor of The NBA Finals, I figured we should remind Jarmar of his locally acclaimed poster featuring The Brothers of A Phi A dunking on him! Check it out!

Shaq Retires

OK, its official! I'm getting old, because I remember vividly the year and time Shaquille O'Neal entered into the NBA. And now my old ass is watching him walk into the sunset. When you live through moments like this in history, you're OLD!

Nonetheless, Shaq has made a tremendous impact on the sport we know and love, and we wish the best for him in his future endeavors, even if it doesn't include a cameo on Basketball Wives. (I don't watch that BTW)

When Love Isn't Enough

This Friday Night, urban culture will be on display in the finest fashion. Home grown writer and director Jamyla Philyaw's production of "When Love Isn't Enough," will take the stage at The Davis Theatre, for ONE NIGHT ONLY. This presentation will feature great actors from the local community with marquee performers from Tyler Perry's, Dairy of a Mad Black Woman, Mr. Terrell Carter and Euclid Grey. Please support. For more info please go to www.markmywordsproductions.com

Shots Fired

Kanye firing shots at Wiz and Amber?!

Headliner of the Coachella Music Festival Kanye West, made verbal statements about his ex-girlfriend, Amber Rose, who is now dating Wiz Khalifa.

Mr. West decided to change some of the words in his song "Stronger" and was also aware that Wiz and Amber was a few feet away from him.

The original lyrics say: "I'd do anything for a blond dike, and she'll do anything if the time's right."

...but he said...

"I did anything for a blond dike, and she did anything when the times right."

Wiz got upset and allegedly stepped to Kanye and their entourages got into a bit of an altercation. The next morning Wiz tweeted about the situation saying, "Waken, baken...no I didn't go out swangen...I'm to hippie for that ishh."

Ye' just let the homie get his turn. I'm pretty sure there will be plenty more.

No Flexin'

-Jessi Jacq

Street Rugged

A combination of the Air Magma and Air Lava Dome styles, Nike’s Air Approach Mid model gets an update for Spring/Summer 2011. Adding to its outdoor appeal, the boots now feature a tartan plaid paneling on the upper with matching laces. Available in a black suede version with blue detailing or a brown suede version with red detailing, the boots are expected to drop at select Nike Sportswear stockists worldwide starting April 23rd.

It's Official! The Carter IV

This is the official cover for The Carter IV, Lil Wayne's ninth studio album. It looks like it's taking the same route as the last album art (but including more tattoos and a lip ring ). The album is set to drop June 28th.

Excuse me carisma?

-Jessi Jacq

Suicide!

Even America, the land of over indulgence, knows better than this. Burger King should be ashamed to release this Meat Monster Whopper.

http://blog.seattlepi.com/thebigblog/2011/04/11/burger-king-unveils-the-meat-monster-consumerist/

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Miss Drika's Music Journal

We the Culture Shock know how hard the grind is to inspire the world through the internet. That is why whenever we run across anyone on the same grind we find it very important to support and spread the word.

A little over a month ago, I met Miss Drika (@iammissdrika) at Solace Sundays in Birmingham. She was the charismatic hostess for the evening that delighted the audience with her talents and her "crazy girlfriend" moniker. Check out her webcast, Miss Drikas Music Journal.


http://vimeo.com/22208275

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Obama vs. Trump

I'm not sure if you urbanites are paying much attention to this, but real estate, and reality TV mogul has started a "gab campaign," for president in 2012. Rumors started months ago, but seem to be gaining more ammunition as the popularity of his TV sitcom, Celebrity Apprentice, rises.

I can think on recent memory of Minnesota electing Jesse "The Body" Ventura as governor, and The Terminator leading the state of California, but I don't think I want the guy with the squirrel toupee as my prez. Even though, Charlie Sheen might make a helluva running mate for him! JK. Don't Believe The Hype! Read more here

http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2011/04/11/trump-says-he-is-obama-campaigns-worst-nightmare/


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4:00?! #Leggo!

New clock by HUF clothing company. All i can say is WOW...

What time is it?!

-Jessi JacQ

New Music: Sade featuring Jay-Z – The Moon and The Sky (Remix)

The previously announced collaboration of Sade and Jay-Z is finally here. The creation was The Moon & Sky Remix. Production credits come courtesy of Noah "40" Shebib who also executive produced Drake's So Far Gone album. The song premiered on Jay-z's recently launched Life & Times website and will appear on Sade's Ultimate Collection CD soon. Give me LIFE! -Jessi Jacq

Bracketology Sux!

Congratulations to the UConn Huskies for winning the NCAA Basketball Tourney on last nite. This year was my first year filling out a bracket and it was a HAM! Check it out!




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Wrestlemania in The A!

Man, I grew up a wrestling fan. I remember crying when Paul Orndorff crushed Hulk Hogan, watching pay per view events on the scribbled channels cause a I could still see what was happening if I looked hard enough. I also remember being 18 and being sad when I saw Hulk Hogan turn into a bad guy. WTH?




This past weekend, the Super Bowl of wrestling was in the ATL, WrestleMania. I can't believe that in my latter age, I have let a childhood love of mine creep so far to the back of my mind that I didn't even try to make it. Like, can you imagine The Rock chillin in Magic City (tittie bar), or Booker T in the Velvet Room. Or maybe even The Ultimate Warrior up in Tongue n Groove. Anyway, I heard The A was off the chains and some of y'all old asses was up there. Why? Cause you still watch wrestling! And its cool, because I'm about to start back myself! S/O to Rodney Wilkerson


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The Price of Glory is High

I watched Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel on last evening, as they discussed an ever churning spiral of student athletes being paid for services. This show featured former Auburn football players that described in detail of how they received money and sexual benefits while being recruited and playing at Auburn. On the surface, there is nothing different about this story. We have long heard of the infamous handshakes from boosters after games and the sexual services on recruiting trips.
My question is, why Auburn and why now?




If you ask me, I don't think these young men really care about the NCAA clamping down on cheating more than they seem to be reacting from not receiving a recent payoff. And Fatboy had the nerve to say that he felt taken advantage of. I guarantee these young men reached out to Auburn alum prior to recording this special and made one last request. Otherwise, I see no other motive for doing this. Why, disgrace your school now? Why do it after they have just received the most covenanted prize in college football? I know why. The Love of Money is the Root of all Evil!


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Road Block App Ban

Who knew that there were phone apps that alert you of local police roadblocks? I did. My first thought was, "does it work?" Obviously it does, because attorney generals are calling for Google and Apple to discontinue the sell of these apps. The argument is that this alerts drunken drivers (whom shouldn't be on roads) of these roadblock and could actually prevent authorities from saving lives. <<<<#chile plz

I don't know about you, but everyone I know desires to limit his or her interaction with police. Whether its due to unpaid citations, a little weed in your pocket, maybe 2 drinks after leaving the club, nobody but assholes are cool with roadblocks. If I truly felt that these traps were to find drunken drivers maybe I would feel differently. But I don't, and I won't.

Article here http://www.wgmd.com/?p=20780
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Daydreams 4-3-11

A growing trend throughout the urban culture is the "Day Party" concept. The good people of The Thomas Administration (@itsCThomas) have made this experience available to you. Come out this Sunday to Eastside Grille (@eastsidegrille) and experience good food, good drinks, networking and live music by SOULED OUT (@TBaldwinMusic). Be there, and continue to support culture in the city.

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L'adeen Undressed 4-8-11

Well peeps, as Montgomery becomes the Fashion Capital of Alabama, we are approaching a show with a different swag to it. L'adeen Swimwear is back with its second installment of swimwear marquee'd as "Undressed." Come and support Lisa Porter and her swimwear line that is second to none and is designed and created right here in da Gump. By the way the show will be hosted by Culture Shock (@cultureshockws) and Sway (@SwayKenyetta).

Take a sneak peak of Jarmar and T ackin a damn fool last year!

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Ladies Night at Ikonz

One of the Premier spots in Montgomery is offering something different and needed in todays society. Ikonz Bar and Grill and Aspiring Artist host Ladies Night every Thurday. A night dedicated to uplifting and recognizing the beauty and the majesty of "The Woman." The night is headlined by the Diva Sierra Shaw (@sierrashaw) and Shei Band, an all female band from Birmingham, Al. Please support culture in your city.


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Album Review: Mary Mary

There are certain artist that no matter what, you must buy their albums because of the musical freedom they exercise. Mary Mary (@therealmarymary) continue to spread inspiration through music, with a mystique and swagger, yet anointed. I really enjoy the excitement they provide for inspirational music. Kudos to Warryn Campbell (@Warryn Campbell) for the amazing production as always.

Must have!
My favs: Survive, Walking, Something Bigger
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