Jay-Z opens up about how his style has evolved over the years, though he’s not looking too stylish for this shoot. The video is from the official “Decoded” iPhone application.

We all know Jay just dropped his Decoded book, yesterday, he sat with Cornell West at the NY Public Library for a in-depth conversation.

YOU KNOW THE TIME

Duck Sauce “Barbara Streisand” #1 on UK Billboard Charts

After setting youtube on fire (to the tune of 1 Million views in a month), Fool’s Gold group, Duck Sauce has claimed the Billboard top spot in UK with their smash hit “Barbara Streisand”. Not bad considering the song has absolutely nothing to do with Babs. Check out the video and all of its cameo laden glory.

Jeff Staple: 1-2-1 for REDU

1-2-1 w/jeffstaple for REDU Homeroom from jeffstaple on Vimeo.

After profiling the Reed Space NYC x Redu Homeroom event, we bring you a special edition of Jeff Staple’s “1-2-1″ interview series. In this episode, Staple sits down with the artists whose works were featured at the Redu Homeroom gallery as they discuss a diverse range of topics.

Fredo 3 Dimensional Art

Visual artist Fredo uses a technique to create the illusion of pencil drawings being 3 dimensional by incorporating actual objects. Check out more (trust us you want to) at Fredo’s webspace.

Kanye West Interview with Matt Lauer

With Yeezy, all you have to do is watch. via msnbc

OFWGKTA Invades NYC (Madbury Club Spread)

In an excellent hybrid of photography and journalism, The Madbury Club crew documented one of the recently more anticipated shows by controversial group, Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All. Head over to the Club to READ the article AND look at the visuals.

Princess Hijab: Artist.Politico.Criminal

Controversial Parisian street artist, “Princess Hijab” is making waves with his/her “alterations” of Paris High Fashion advertisements. In Paris it is illegal (for even Muslim women) to wear a niqab or veil. Princess Hijab has embarked on making a comment about this law through illegal art. Badass. Take a closer look at a few of Hijab’s pieces.

Levi’s x Pendleton Show the Ladies some Love.

After a successful collaboration on the Menswear side, Levi’s and Pendleton decided to work that same magic for a women’s collection. Check the preview at HighSnobette.

Ron English in Miami

In preparation for the stateside component of prestigious art show, Art Basel, pop artist Ron English headed to Miami and got to work. His works will be featured as part of the Wynwood Walls Exhibit. More images at English’s blog Popaganda.

Parra x Defrag

We all know Parra for the great projects he’s done with brands like Nike, Arktip, Incase, Vans etc… so it’s always good when we can get a more in depth view of the creative process behind the product. Japanese based lifestyle magazine, Defrag posted a great interview with Parra himself. Check it out. Defrag x Parra.

Gucci + Jay-Z’s Decoded

As Jay-Z’s book release draws nearer, we’re seeing pages pop up in the most unlikely places. Add Gucci’s flagship store in NYC to that list. Recently, images were unveiled of pages from Decoded, lining the interior of a Gucci leather jacket. This was made specifically for the Gucci window (no retail) and once the window display is done, the fashion house will be gifting the jacket to Jay. via HighSnobiety.

Jay-Z Re-Writing the Rules

When the Wall Street Journal does an article on you it’s a big deal. When you’re a self-made hip-hop mogul without a High School Diploma let alone any type of degree, it’s MAJOR. Hats off to Mr. Carter. Read the article at WSJ.

The Suzan LP Release

Japanese girl band (songs are sung in English), The Suzan dropped their first LP on Fool’s Gold Records this week.  The album is called “Golden Week for the Poco Poco Beat” and features 13 tracks of pop-infused, electro/house music with infectious dance beats. Hipsters/Japanese pop enthusiasts rejoice, word to your girlfriend’s fedora and Chuck Taylors. The album is available on iTunes.

Good Will Hunting?

According to some statistics uncovered by Gizmodo there are some 5,000 janitors in the U.S. with PhDs, no that’s not a typo.  The guy who is cleaning up the conference room after your budget meeting may have more education than you. Signs of the times.

Death To Hipsters?

An interesting article from New York Magazine attempting to define a subculture as if it were a rare species of bird on the brink of extinction. The article is so ironic and self-deprecating that you might pull out the vintage flannel and PBR, be careful.

“Sport New Balance Sneakers to avoid a narrow path”

Following the launch of their collaboration with New Balance, Head of Men’s Design at J.Crew Frank Muytjens takes some time to talk about the project and why he ultimately chose the 1400 model. The shoes are available in the J.Crew online store.

Anti-Social

In a recent study by Mashable social media networks are actually making people more social (insert gasp). This may come as a shock to those of you who are quick to blame social media for the decline in face-to-face interaction in today’s society. Did it ever occur to you that maybe people just don’t want to talk to YOU because all you do is complain about social networking technology? Just a thought, not trying to make anyone self-conscious or anti-social of course.

P-Rod: It’s Different on My Mountain

Here is the latest installment of P-Rod’s series with Mountain Dew entitled “It’s Different on My Mountain” P-Rod, once again showing us how he effortlessly blends being a skating prodigy with being an all-around cool guy.

Sebago Nexus Project: Ronnie Fieg x Cultureshoq

The latest offering from Ronnie Fieg and the Nexus Project from Sebago. This time, the release consists of two styles: DT Lug Sole and the DT High. These two were designed by Fieg and online, lifestyle magazine: Cultureshoq. Each boot is limited to 48 pairs and retails for $140 USD at DavidZ (online store and Flagship Store). If you are familiar with any of the Nexus Project’s previous releases, then you know you don’t have much time to get your pair so don’t sleep.

Youtube Play: A Biennial of Creative Video

Earlier this week, at the Guggenheim Museum in New York City 25 hand selected videos were projected on the facade of the structure at the Youtube event: Live from the Guggenheim. This is awesome. Enjoy the sneak peek of videos that were displayed at this intersection of modern design and digital creativity. article via Arch Daily

Lupe Lives

The first single off Lupe’s long awaited, highly speculated, protested album: Lasers. The album is due out March 2011 (we hope). via Highsnobiety.

DJ Greg Street is getting set to drop The Blueprint 3 Jazz tomorrow. We’ll post the link when it goes live, for now you can check out this preview.

Big Snoop Dogg just dropped the “I Wanna Rock” remix video featuring Jay-Z off the More Malice album.

Continuing to collaborate with creative visionaries, ABSOLUT Vodka presents this new 15-minute short film featuring Jay-Z. The documentary, titled NY-Z, was directed by Danny Clinch and paints a rare portrait of the global hip-hop icon. With unprecedented access to Jay-Z the days and moments leading up to, and after, his legendary September 11th benefit concert at Madison Square Garden, Danny Clinch gives us an intimate glimpse into Jay-Z: his childhood, his motivation as an artist, his passion for music, and his muse, New York.

DJ Neil Armstrong just released his DNA of the Blueprint Mixtape. It’s a free download so just go to his site to get it: www.djneilarmstrong.com/DNABP3. Track list is below. If you’re in NY this Friday check out Neil and Clark Kent at Southpaw. Invite after the track list.

This project is my personal way of putting a distinctive bookmark in this chapter in my life, and a way to pass a sincere thank you to Jay-Z, Mr. Sean Carter, for all of the memories, the opportunity to rock on stage as an artist with him around the world, and for the kindness to me as a person. You know I had to do it in my language; a thank you in music.A sincere thank you and respect to Jay-Z and the Roc Boys.

Take a listen, spread the word, and enjoy the music!
Peace,
DJ Neil Armstrong aka the All Out King

Download trouble? E-mail: info@djneilarmstrong.com

Track List

The MC and the DJ
1 DOA
2 No ID Speaksâ
3 Props to BIG Brother Jay-z - Kanye West
4 Hola Hovito
5 BluePrint 1 Return to the soul samples
6 The Rulers Back
7 Izzo
8 Heart of the City
9 Never Change
10 Young Forever
11 Empire State of Mind
12 What Where I’m From
13 Already Home
14 Reminder
15 People talking
16 Hate
17 Takeover/Run This Town
18 Renegade
19 Real As it Gets
20 All I Need
21 03 Bonnie And Clyde
22 Excuse Me Miss
23 So Ambitious
24 The Bounce
25 Excuse Me Miss Remix
26 Jigga that N*
27 Stop
28 What They Gonna Do Part 2
29 Ain’t No N*
30 Venus Vs Mars
31 Girls girls girls remix
32 On to the Next One
33 What We Talkin about
34 Every Day A Star is Born
35 Thank You

ABSOLUT Vodka presents NY-Z, a film by Danny Clinch in association with the ABSOLUT Concert Series. The documentary follows Jay-Z during the 9/11 tribute concert and captures in-deth behind-the-scenes footage. The film will debut 3/22 at Facebook.com/ABSOLUT. (YOU MUST BE A FAN OF ABSOLUT ON FACEBOOK TO VIEW)

Snoop Dogg just dropped his new mixtape “We Da Best.” Download HERE