Rest In Peace Guru

At the age of 43, Keith Elam, better known as Guru has died after a struggle with cancer. Guru was one half of the influential hip-hop group Gangstarr, along side the renowned DJ Premier. The duo put out six studio albums between 1989 and 2003. Gangstarr developed a more flexible sound, blending funk and jazz with heavy hip-hop beats and fresh flowing lyrics.
Guru had released his first solo album in 1993, Jazzmatazz vol.1, the first of four incredible parts. The album was one of the first hip-hop albums to use a full jazz band in the production.
In 2005 an interview with Guru confirmed rumors that Gangstarr was over. Guru and Premier had split under seemingly bitter circumstances.

Guru passed away yesterday morning (19th April) and was said to have been around his family and his closest friends. MC and friend Solar released this statement written by Guru. The letter highlights his illness and his life. The letter goes on to underline the issues with DJ Premier and to note that Solar knows the real reason for Ganstarr's separation.

"I, Guru, am writing this letter to my fans, friends and loved ones around the world. I have had a long battle with cancer and have succumbed to the disease. I have suffered with this illness for over a year. I have exhausted all medical options. I have a non-profit organization called Each One Counts dedicated to carrying on my charitable work on behalf of abused and disadvantaged children from around the world and also to educate and research a cure for this terrible disease that took my life. I write this with tears in my eyes, not of sorrow but of joy for what a wonderful life I have enjoyed and how many great people I have had the pleasure of meeting.
I do not wish my ex-DJ to have anything to do with my name likeness, events tributes etc. connected in anyway to my situation including any use of my name or circumstance for any reason and I have instructed my lawyers to enforce this. I had nothing to do with him in life for over 7 years and want nothing to do with him in death. Solar has my life story and is well informed on my family situation, as well as the real reason for separating from my ex-DJ. As the sole founder of GangStarr, I am very proud of what GangStarr has meant to the music world and fans."

Rest In Peace Guru. You leave a true legacy behind you.

Jay-Z UK Tour

Oose. If you didn't know already, the infamous Shawn Carter begins his UK tour as of June. Jay-Z is to play a variety of gigs including Manchester and Birmingham along side the ever popular Drake. In July Hova will play the wireless festival at Hyde Park the same day as Wale, D12 and Slash! You need to get on this shit.
For all the the dates check the link below.

http://www.ents24.com/web/artist/59181/Jay-Z.html

Musical Shoes

Gaining great interest in the last day, Hifana performs live in this spectacular video using Nike Free Run+ trainers bending and flexing the soles of the shoes, each acting as sound controllers along with mixers and sound system. Each shoe creates a seperate sound giving the idea that each of Nikes shoes are different and flexible enough to fit any feet. None of this possible without the addition of flexible and accelerometer sensors to the shoes. All of this making a great watch, enjoy!

The 13th Witness

Whilst talking to our friend the other day this site came up in conversation, 13th Witness. Here you can see some of the freshest photography and moving imagery going. After looking through the site a number of things grabbed our attention, including style, concept and a noticeable understanding of detail. check it out for yourself.

Kenilworth Road

Little bit Loco

Weston S Mare

A random urge to do something different on Monday night ended up with the GC team and friends taking an un-organised road trip to the sea. Weston Super Mare. On arrival we were greeted with closed bars and pubs, unfinished road works, and an empty pier.

Highlight of the night has to go to our mate Dave. After being told he wouldn't be able to swim out to anchored boat just off shore he replied, "I don't like it when people say I can't do something" and went off and did it. Funny funny stuff.

Over the last week we admit to a lack of posts. With various meetings going on to prepare for our first drop, things have been, and will be busy. Keep with us over the next few weeks. Greasy.