Bing, the decision engine from Microsoft, launches an interactive game for Jay Z

Via: Bing.decodejay-z.com



In his first book, DECODED, pop culture icon JAY-Z describes the hidden meanings behind some of his most provocative songs and provides a highly personal narrative of the culture that so powerfully shaped his life and art. But some stories are bigger than the printed page. Bing, the decision engine from Microsoft, is launching a multi-platform search experience and interactive game to help people decode JAY-Z’s life and lyrics. JAY-Z’s words will be taken a step further, allowing fans to use Bing and decide how to find the very locations that inspired them.

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Douglas Alves: Creates Beautiful Mixed Media Illustrations

Via: nacionale.net



Brazilian born and Los Angeles based artist Douglas Alves has some very stunning images in his portfolio. At only 26 years of age, Douglas is a self-taught graphic designer whose worked for some very prestigious companies like Coca-cola, MTV, Microsoft and Honda amongst others… I like a lot the fact that he’s showcasing his work in large format – You should definitely check his nice flash website.

Microsoft and Hip Hop - Rapper Common starts clothing line

Via: Microsoft



Last year, Chicago emcee Common announced plans to partner with Microsoft and create an innovative new line of t-shirts called Softwear. After several months, Common has unveiled the first Hip-Hop centered product from the brand, and it is aptly titled “The Creator: The Code of Hip-Hop.” The all-black shirt features the full lyrics of Common’s 1994 classic “I Used to Love H.E.R.” written in 80s computer font. In addition, the acclaimed Chicago emcee has designed three other shirts showcasing throwback styles in phrasing, dress, and social courtesy.

This piece is called "The Giver"


Common says: "I wanted the vision to be progressive, I wanted it to be fresh-looking. I wanted it to bring a certain nostalgia that you feel like man, this is incredible artwork and I want to wear this and I want it to reflect beauty, creativity and humanity. When I wear t-shirts I want it to look fly but say something too. So some of the shirts got messages some of it bring...all of it got a purpose, all of it's got a certain nostalgia of '85 and that era. I really wanted it to be progressive pieces that have purpose."

"The Vision"


Hip Hop and a Microsoft fusion...who would have ever thought they would SEE that.