Thursday 30 June 2011

TDU: The Big 3

Album: The Score
Artist: The Fugees

The Fugees only stayed together for 2 studio albums yet the impact they had has lived on. Comprised of Wyclef Jean, Lauryn Hill, and Pras Michel, The Score was a highly successful album reaching #1 on the US and Canadian charts, as well as #2 in the UK. Check it







 


Car: Gumpert Apollo

Today I bring to you a car I have never seen or heard about in my life. The German-made Apollo sports a 4163 cc bi-turbo intercooled version of an Audi V8 engine. What does this mean? It translates to 789 bhp and takes the 0-60 in 2.2 seconds which is just insane.

Goddess: Denise Milani

She has a beautiful smile..




TDU: Workplace Safety

We all have worker's rights and the ability to refuse unsafe work in most of the corporate world. Here is a guy who basically says fuck it as part of his job requires him to change a light bulb which is on top of a 1,700 ft tower, at times having to remove his safety harness. I wonder what his salary is?

TDU: Best Response to a Bullshit Call at First Base

We've all seen baseball managers lose their shit on umpires and and other officials and is more or less a part of the game. Ex-MLB pitcher and manager of the Lancaster Barnstormers Butch Hobson decided to take first base after a terrible call by the official, sign it, and give it to a fan. Pure class.

TDU: Trailer Mashup: No Strings Attached vs Friends With Benefits

This is hilarious, both these recent movies essentially have the exact same plot, the same scenes using the same camera angles, and almost the same script. When I first saw this video I honestly thought it was the same movie starring two different couples. Check the 'originality'

Wednesday 29 June 2011

TDU: Flava In Ya Ear > J Cole - The Warm Up

J Cole is IMO the best new rapper in the game. I say this based on his lyrical ability which is something most new artists don't posses. The Warm Up is J Cole's second MixTape album, and his debut studio release album will be dropping soon. Check it

TDU: Most Incredible Hole in One You Will Ever See

In the video below Vijay Singh pulls off the most incredible hole in one shots you will no doubt ever see. Just to clarify for those who haven't seen this before, it is 100% real and not like all the fake trick shot videos circulating the web these days. Check it


TDU: Worth Reading > Cameroon Bans Night Travel

In an attempt to put a stop to the unbelievable amount of driving related deaths in Cameroon, the Government has decided to ban all night time driving between cities. Last year alone over 1,200 people died travelling at night largely a result of drunk driving and speeding on some of the poorest road conditions anywhere. Follow the link below for the full article.

http://ca.news.yahoo.com/country-bans-night-travel-end-road-carnage-145539325.html

TDU: The Big 3 - Album, Car, and Goddess

Album: Graduation
Artist: Kanye West

Kanye first starting creating a buzz for himself as a producer, creating beats such as Jay-Z's track H to the Izzo before his first album drop in 04. In 2007 Kanye released his third studio album titled 'Graduation' which IMO is his best album to date with big tunes such as Good Life, Homecoming, and Flashing Lights. Definitely give the entire album a listen in case you haven't yet.


Track List

01 Good Morning
02 Champion
03 Stronger
04 I Wonder
05 Good Life (feat. T-Pain)
06 Can't Tell Me Nothing
07 Barry Bonds (feat. Lil Wayne)
08 Drunk and Hot Girls (feat. Mos Def)
09 Flashing Lights (feat. Dwele)
10 Everything I am
11 The Glory
12 Homecoming
13 Big Brother





Car: Aston Martin Vantage GT4

Aston Martin is one of the most aesthetically appealing car manufacturers anywhere - no question about it, these cars guarantee to turn heads. The Vantage GT4 sports a 4.7 L V8 pushing 420 hp and accelerating through the 0-60 in 4.5 seconds. Definitely one of the nicest cars on the market within the Grand Tourer Class.



Goddess: Izabel Goulart

Victoria Secret sure knows how to pick em, unprecedented taste. 


TDU: BBC Biggest Balls on the Planet

BBC's documentary Human Planet should be renamed Biggest Balls on the Human Planet in honor of three tribesmen who intimidate a lion pride away from their kill in the middle of their feasting on a gazelle or some other similar animal.

TDU: Tracy Morgan's Mating Call

Tracy Morgan is a hilarious comedian best known for his work on SNL and 30 Rock. The video below is footage from a live show where he completely turns the interview into a joke. Watch the entire video its one of the funniest/most ridiculous interviews I've seen in a while, check it

Monday 27 June 2011

TDU: Flying Shark

If I was one of the surfers this shark used as a field goal post I would have shat my pants on the spot. Sharks are sweet, looove Discovery's Shark Week, and the great white shark segment in the BBC Planet Earth documentaries...but up close and in it's natural habitat? Thank god this was a spinner shark that eats other fish and not humans otherwise there would be missing limbs in the next part of this video. Check it

TDU: Smooth Move

Another installment of TDU's Smooth Move, here's the rundown. A couple days ago Troy Tulowitzki of the Colorado Rockies got a strange base hit...by making contact with the ball twice on one swing, check it

TDU: Ali G and Da F.B....IIIIII

Ali G is a character played by British comedian Sacha Cohen who somehow manages to get meetings with some highly important personnel in various industries. Da Ali G Show basically makes intelligent people look dumb as they take Sacha's character seriously, regardless of how baffling and idiotic the questions appear to be. The video below is with an FBI agent, enjoy

TDU: The Big 3 - Album, Car, and Goddess

Album: Moment of Truth
Artist: Gangstarr

Gangstarr is one of the most prolific rap groups of all time and are considered legends within the hip hop community. Moment of Truth was released in 98 after the group took a 4 year hiatus and although the style was somewhat different from their previous work, it was still unmistakably Guru and DJ Premier. This album is an absolute classic and somewhat of a comeback album for Gangstarr who describe the approach as consisting of the same formula, but with elevated rhyming and instrumental styles. Check it






Car: Rolls-Royce Ghost

Normally the cars that are presented in TDU's Big 3 possess the most insane engine specs available on the market. Today we will go a slightly different route, opting for luxury at its finest instead. This is not to say that the Ghost's 6.6 L V12 pushing 563 bhp and powering through the 0-60 in 4.7 seconds in anything to laugh at, but most people buying a Rolls-Royce are buying it for the novelty of owning arguably the most internationally renowned luxury vehicle. This car is just a beauty

Goddess: Megan Fox

Her look has changed somewhat since going Hollywood but she's still an absolute dime regardless. Plus she was also the babe in Transformers which was a part of many young boys' childhood...it's like the hot athletic girl combination in a way...


TDU: David After the Dentist

This kid is high as a fuckin kite. He was just at the dentist and was given some good stuff so what would any responsible parent do? exploit their kid's moment of weakness. This video has over 94 million views which is just mind boggling so if you haven't seen this yet I don't know what planet you've been living on. Check it

TDU: Nardwuar vs. J Cole

Nardwuar the human serviette might appear to musicians as a straight up weirdo who shouldn't be taken seriously. In reality, Nardwuar is probably one of the best informed reporters and blows away each interview participant with his musical knowledge and quirky approach to the interview. Its fun to watch as these artists begin to appreciate the effort Nardwuar puts into his job while also receiving some appropriate gifts throughout the tape. The video below is a somewhat recent interview conducted with J Cole who is in utter disbelief with each present Nardwuar pulls out of his bag of tricks, check it

TDU: Real Life Hulk Danous Estenor

USF Bulls Offensive Lineman Danous Estenor has freak of nature strength. The 6'3 295 pounder was minding his own business when he heard screams because a guy managed to get himself stuck under the wheel of a Cadillac he was working on. When Danous saw the scene he immediately went beast mode, and lifted the 3,500 lb car so that Arzole could be pulled out from underneath the tire. At first he wasn't able to budge the car, but on his second attempt he said something came over him and he just did it. Apparently this burst of strength and adrenaline is known as hysterical strength that allows people to perform beyond their normal physical capabilities. Check the link for the full article below


Sunday 26 June 2011

TDU: The Big 3 - Album, Car, and Goddess

Album: The Chronic
Artist: Dr. Dre

Dre's debut solo album has gone 8 times platinum and is cemented in hip hop as an all-time classic. This record is filled with unforgettable singles featuring various prolific artists still largely influential today. The  Chronic is an amazing album showcasing the roots of gangster rap and G Funk and should be listened to right now.




Car: Saleen S7 Twin Turbo

This is one of the fastest street legal cars on the planet. Boasting 1000 hp the S7 Twin Turbo accelerates through the 0-60 in 2.8 and claims a top speed of 262 mph. 

Goddess: Kate Upton

I wonder if people ever make eye contact with her?



TDU: Andy Roddick Interview Post Quarter Final Wimbledon Loss

Word to the wise, don't ask Andy Roddick stupid questions or he will be a dick to you. He clearly wasn't pleased with his performance and doesn't appreciate being grilled after the fact. Funny video check it

TDU: Failed Attempt at Stopping Beer Thieves

Here's a video that gives meaning to 'Don't Be A Hero', poor woman decides to take matters into her own hands by trying to stop 3 guys who blatantly are stealing beer.

TDU: Must See Sport Documentary

One of the best ESPN Documentaries IMO is the one surrounding the Fab Five. If you don't know what I'm talking about you will at least recognize the names of some of the basketball players who made up the Fab Five playing for Michigan State back in their college days. Jalen Rose, Chris Webber, Ray Jackson, Jimmy King, and Juwan Howard are iconic figures in the basketball world and were also cultural phenomenons at the time. The way they dressed, where they came from, their attitude, the way they proved themselves on the court as freshman, turning doubters to believers, the Ed Martin scandal....just watch it, megavideo below