[Spike Lee Back in Full Effect]

Just when we were getting worried that he had disappeared Spike Lee comes back with a new movie, a million interviews, several guest photography shoots and articles in magazines, and even a G-shock watch!Yes- our all time favorite director is a force to be reckoned with.
Go see his new WWII movie. Spike Lee's new movie, "Miracle at St. Anna", is out in theaters now.

[Monster Mash-Up!]

October is always jam packed with rad parties. If you were around the Roc last Halloween then you already know that the Monster Mash-Up party is serious business. And by serious we mean this party is a dress up to get down/crazy/sweaty/funked up/ dance-all-night event! Get into costume and head to Pearl (349 East Ave.) on Oct. 30. With such a diverse musical line-up you're definitely gonna hear your favorite jam and a billion other soon to be favorites. Tim Tones, Ric Rude, and Mdot Coop will be rockin the party.

["Trick r Treat" BMX event]

We love Halloween, we love gnarly and fearless bmx folks, we love the main st armory, and we love real music at awesome after parties! yup we love a lot of things- especially this red bull bmx event. Mdot Coop, Ric Rude, and Tim Tones providing that hip hop you need after the bmx invitational.

[Hassan Mackey and Kev Brown @ Dubland Und.]

This friday get yourself to Dubland Underground to witness Hasaan Mackey and Kev Brown rockin the mics hard.

[Saturday Night Fever@ Dubland]

[excel and prevail...]

After all these years, Roc Raida came back to the Roc to rock. He was a beast, truly, not much more can be said. Definition of what a DJ should be, he kept the crowd moving, all while showcasing his talents. Now that's EXecution.
-MdotCoop

Roc Raida played in the downstairs level of Dubbies- which happens to be a basement. It was fitting that the dj set he played had that raw house party feel that reminded us all of those days we used to party in somebody's basement. You remember those parties- turntables propped up on cinder blocks, people sippin 40s, and the music had us all huddled around the dj- waiting to hear that new jam. Last night Roc Raida kept the tracks flowing seamlessly- expertly mixing a solid blend of 90s hip hop, newer tracks and even some rock n roll for good measure. Roc Raida cold rocked a party.
-CleverGypsy

[Krudco and Red Bull Claim It]

This Sunday Krudco and Redbull will be shutting down Howell street and skateboarding will take over. Bring your board and all your friends. Mdot Coop, Tim Tones, and Ric Rude providing that real hip hop.

[Roc Raida in the ROC!!!!!]

This Friday Roc Raida will be on the 1's and 2's at Dubland Underground. You know what to do- get there early.

[Italian Vogue- The Black Issue]

It's about time! For the July issue of Italian Vogue photographer Steven Meisel showcases only black models on over 100 pages of this legendary fashion magazine. Among these models are Tyra Banks, Naomi Campbell, Veronica Webb, Alek Wek, Alva Chinn, Sessilee Lopez, Ubah, Kiara Kabakubu, Noemie Lenoir, Vernoica Webb, Arlenis Sosa, Liya Kebede, Karen Alexander, Iman, Yasmin Warsame, Jourdan Dunn, Gail O'Neill, Toccara Jones, and Chanel Iman. The photo shoots are spectacular and the message is clear- black women are beautiful and stylish- why are we not gracing more magazine pages? Oddly enough there are fewer black models in fashion magazines in the US today than there were in the 70s. And many advertisers shy away from "ethnic" models because they feel they may not sell the product well. Interestingly enough it was Italian Vogue who put together an issue celebrating black women- not American Vogue. The issue also features articles on Michele Obama, Spike Lee, and Ebony and Essence Magazine. The issue runs about $15 us and it worth every penny- it's already had a US reprint and is most definitely a collector's item. More info and pictures: Jezebel

[Roc City Park]

Just heard about the website supporting the move for a public skate park to be built in downtown Rochester. Of course we are behind this impetus and encourage all to check out the website and get involved. A skate park would be beneficial not only for skaters but business owners and community members alike. Check out the site: Roc City Park