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Monday, May 16, 2011
Thursday, May 12, 2011
The Continental T :::SUPER DOPE FRESH:::
Tucked neatly into the northern coast of Africa, Muscat, the capital city of Oman strikes a breathtaking balance of coastal bliss by being situated on the Gulf of Oman and between arid, dry desert sands. On its outskirts, it’s flanked by picturesque mountains and long stretches of empty road which give it an old world feel. The city brims vibrantly along, reaping the cosmopolitan benefits of being a port town and a major point of origin for many other countries. Its influences are the fusion of new and old, and together those elements find a way to create something elegantly harmonious. And that’s also probably the reason Bentley Motors chosen this location for its first drive of the 2011 Bentley Continental GT. Given the juxtaposition of ancient and modern, there seems to be a natural fit between this city and this car.
A true 2+2 coupe, the 2011 Continental GT represents a complete overhaul in thinking for the Crewe, England based auto-manufacturer’s top selling model. While the exterior design carries over visual cues from the previous version which debuted in 2003, the 2011 model has a lower stance and a wider body, and is accented with a more prominent grill. From nose to tail, it’s tailored with clean, fluid lines. Bentley has even trimmed 143 pounds off of the new Continental’s body, though it still weighs in at a staggering 5,115 pounds.
Outfitted with a flex-fuel 6.0-liter W12 567 brake horsepower engine (@ 6,000 RPM) and and 516 pound-feet of torque (@ 1,700 RPM), the Continental GT has more than enough power to keep up with some of the more prominent exotics in the world (or in this case, while driving through the rural roads of Muscat; weaving around overzealous farm trucks.) At a top speed of 198 MPH, the Continental GT pulls 0-60 in about 4.4 seconds, cementing its Gran Touring title.
The greatest improvement for the new Continental GT is its interior. The bespoke elements - meticulously stitched, rich leather seats and deep polished wood accents – have been bolstered for a more exquisite feel, and the navigation unit (which was the previous model’s weakest point) has been retooled with a Volkswagen (Bentley’s parent company) sourced touch-screen unit. The optional Naim for Bentley’s sound-system offers 8 speakers/8 channels and delivers an almost concert-hall like experience whether listening to Bach or Biggie. [ED.'s note: Biggie sounds great in everything.]
Like any true coupe, this is undoubtedly a driver’s car. The steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters (gear changes take 200 milliseconds to engage) are a feature especially appreciated while zipping through Mucat’s winding roads. And again, like most true coupes, there isn’t much in the way of rear-passenger room. Rather, the reality is this an automobile that’s built for one, with ample room for two and has the ability to be appreciated by many. Bentley Motors
The 2011 Bentley Continental GT starts at $189,000.
Source: LIFE AND TIMES
A true 2+2 coupe, the 2011 Continental GT represents a complete overhaul in thinking for the Crewe, England based auto-manufacturer’s top selling model. While the exterior design carries over visual cues from the previous version which debuted in 2003, the 2011 model has a lower stance and a wider body, and is accented with a more prominent grill. From nose to tail, it’s tailored with clean, fluid lines. Bentley has even trimmed 143 pounds off of the new Continental’s body, though it still weighs in at a staggering 5,115 pounds.
Outfitted with a flex-fuel 6.0-liter W12 567 brake horsepower engine (@ 6,000 RPM) and and 516 pound-feet of torque (@ 1,700 RPM), the Continental GT has more than enough power to keep up with some of the more prominent exotics in the world (or in this case, while driving through the rural roads of Muscat; weaving around overzealous farm trucks.) At a top speed of 198 MPH, the Continental GT pulls 0-60 in about 4.4 seconds, cementing its Gran Touring title.
The greatest improvement for the new Continental GT is its interior. The bespoke elements - meticulously stitched, rich leather seats and deep polished wood accents – have been bolstered for a more exquisite feel, and the navigation unit (which was the previous model’s weakest point) has been retooled with a Volkswagen (Bentley’s parent company) sourced touch-screen unit. The optional Naim for Bentley’s sound-system offers 8 speakers/8 channels and delivers an almost concert-hall like experience whether listening to Bach or Biggie. [ED.'s note: Biggie sounds great in everything.]
Like any true coupe, this is undoubtedly a driver’s car. The steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters (gear changes take 200 milliseconds to engage) are a feature especially appreciated while zipping through Mucat’s winding roads. And again, like most true coupes, there isn’t much in the way of rear-passenger room. Rather, the reality is this an automobile that’s built for one, with ample room for two and has the ability to be appreciated by many. Bentley Motors
The 2011 Bentley Continental GT starts at $189,000.
Source: LIFE AND TIMES
Nebula868 - Confidence
My brother Kasey Phillips introduced me to this group out of Trinidad... I must admit that I am becoming a fan of what they are doing, they fit the mission that I am on very well... Check them out an prepare to hear much more from them in the near future
Monday, May 9, 2011
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Many Steps
In life we all take many steps. Some take steps toward progression, some take steps back. Some are lost and walking in circles. But we are all taking steps....
MANY STEPS from Takayuki Akachi on Vimeo.
Ill Communication
Photojournalist and commercial photographer Lyle Owerko dissects the metaphor of the boombox and shows off his collection of rare, vintage pieces, the inspiration behind his book, The Boombox Project.
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Wednesday, May 4, 2011
PBS Special: Black In Latin America (Documentary Series) Episodes: Cuba & Brazil
Watch the full episode. See more Black in Latin America.
Watch the full episode. See more Black in Latin America.
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Walshy Fire & Vybz Kartel - Pre-Best Of The Best Interview
My brother Walshy Fire took time while in Jamaica to interview Vybz Kartel...
Lupe Fiasco - Words I Never Said "Video"
The new Lupe Fiasco video for “Words I Never Said”–a stark but effective piece directed by Sanaa Hamri that perfectly illustrates the song’s concept, which is all about self-censorship. In 3 minutes Lupe hijacks the PA system on a city bus, kung fu fights his way out of (mental) prison and rescues a hot girl in lace-up boots from a Matrix-like brainwashing machine. It all makes sense when you watch it and listen to the lyrics of the hook. But the verses are what really sell this song. Lupe starts out with “I really think the War on Terror is a load of bullsh*t” and then proceeds to “Limbaugh is a racist/Glenn Beck is a racist” before tracing out jihaadists (and Israel), questioning 9/11 and explaining why he doesn’t vote. I don’t agree with 1/2 the things he says in here, actually, but the fact that we went so balls out is kind of refreshing–and that’s the point!
Source:OKAYPLAYER.COM
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Martin Solveig: Smash episode 1, 2, 3
With the release of the latest "Smash" episode I think that it's time to bring ya'll into the quirky and funny mini video/music series... I must say that Martin Solveig has raised the bar to the next level...
Episode 1
Episode 2
Episode 3
Episode 1
Episode 2
Episode 3
PBS Special: Black In Latin America (Mini Documentary)
PBS has a new thought provoking mini series out right now that touches on some issues and reasons for stereo types in latin american countries... Here are excerpts from the first two episodes, feel free to sample and if it interests you... click "Watch full episode" and prepare for very in depth look at alternate views of things that we from central/south america and the caribbean question...
HISPANIOLA
CUBA(Preview)
HISPANIOLA
Watch the full episode. See more Black in Latin America.
CUBA(Preview)
Watch the full episode. See more Black in Latin America.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Tristan Eaton
Spend the day with Tristan Eaton, founder of Thunderdog Studios, as he walks you through his Long Island City, NY design studio.
Source:LIFE AND TIMES
Source:LIFE AND TIMES
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