As we reported over the weekend, NBA MVP Derrick Rose was in Chicago Saturday for his ‘Run With Rose’ event in support of his new adidas line, the D. Rose 2. On top of hosting two in-stores for the shoe, he also played ball against a handful of kids at a secret location on the…
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Video: Common & Derrick Rose Adidas Freestyle
Today, Derrick Rose stormed Chicago for his Run With Rose event, which celebrated the launch of his D. Rose 2 sneakers with Adidas. Derrick kicked off the day at the Adidas store in the Water Tower, with hundreds of fans lining up to get their D. Rose 2’s and a picture with the MVP. Derrick…
Video: Common – Sweet [Behind The Scenes]
Com was down in Haiti this week filming two videos: one for “Blue Sky” and the other for “Sweet.” If you listened to No I.D.’s interview with WGCI, you heard him talk about how great “Sweet” is. I’m looking forward to hearing/seeing this one. The Dreamer, The Believer November 22nd.
Common Covers Michigan Avenue Magazine
Lonnie Lynn covers this months issue of Chicago’s Michigan Avenue Magazine, which names Com Sense Chicago’s most eligible bachelor. Com was also in town tonight for the mags launch party at the newly opened Pump Room. The magazine is available now, and you can catch it digitally here. Hit the jump to see the behind…
On The Set: Common – Blue Sky
Com’s already shooting the video for his latest single, “Blue Sky”, and RR has a few flicks for everyone. Hit the jump to check out the rest.
Common – Blue Sky
Produced by No I.D., additional vocals by Makeba. As promised, DJ Timbuck2 delivers the second official offering from Common’s new album The Dreamer, The Believer. CDQ coming sooner than you think. Update: CDQ! Sidenote: In case you’re wondering what the sample is, it’s right here. Blue Sky
Video: Common On CNN’s Heroes
Common was featured on CNN’s Heroes this evening to introduce Diane Latiker, who was named a Top 10 CNN Hero, who was recognized for helping Chicago youth through her program Kids Off the Block.
Video: Common Kicks Verse From “Blue Sky”
Despite the fact that Common pushed “Blue Sky’s” wig back, he debuted a verse for the LA Leakers during a visit to Power 106. No word on when we’ll see “Blue Sky,” but we do know that it’s produced by No I.D. and features Cocaine 80s.
Artwork: Common – Blue Sky
Common’s second single from The Dreamer, The Believer is set to premier on 107.5 WGCI today at 3PM CST, but stay tuned as it may touch down here a little earlier.. Update:
Video: Common Makes NY Times Best Seller List
Common thanks his fans for making his book One Day It’ll All Make Sense land on the New York Times Best Seller List. Com can now add “best selling author” to his extensive list of life accomplishments. I’m about halfway through the book right now and it’s very entertaining. Pick it up, pick it up.