This here is an alternate version of the music video for Kid Cudi’s breakout single “Pursuit of Happiness.” In my opinion this video is far superior to the original version. It takes Cudder’s concept of dream sequences he raps about throughout Man on the Moon and runs with it, using tricky camera angles and trippy characters, costumes, and settings. Oh, and guitarist Ratatat actually makes an appearence in this one during his solo. Good stuff.
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Single: Snoop Dogg – “That Tree” (Featuring Kid Cudi)
More Malice is the re-release of Snoop Dogg’s Malice N Wonderland, and “That Tree” is one of five new songs from it. The re-release includes 5 songs from Malice N Wonderland, 5 new songs, 2 remixes, and a short film featuring Snoop as a hero named Malice. It hits stores March 23. For now, take a listen to “That Tree” (featuring Kid Cudi and produced by Diplo) below and snag a free copy here.
[audio: Snoop Dogg – That Tree (Featuring Kid Cudi).mp3][Via Complex; DatNewCudi]
Kid Cudi covers Time Out New York, is one of “Most Stylish New Yorkers”
Rapper Kid Cudi is one of 30 “Most Stylish New Yorkers” featured in the latest issue of Time Out New York. If you’re interested in his inspirations, where he shops, and his favorite designers click here to read the interview. Check out the gallery below for a crop of images from the photoshoot, and look after the break for a behind-the-scenes video from the shoot.
[Via DatNewCudi, here & here; KanyeBlog]
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Music video: David Guetta – Memories (Featuring Kid Cudi)
“Memories” is the latest single (following “Sexy Bitch”) off David Guetta’s fourth album One Love. iTunes has the album; the single; and a new Memories EP that features the single, an extended version, and a remix. To be honest the music video is EH, but I’m diggin the track.
[Via DatNewCudi]
Music video: Dan Black – “Symphonies” (Remix) (Featuring Kid Cudi)
Check out Dan Black’s music video for the remix to his original single “Symphonies.” The song is DOPE and the video lives up to it by combining retro and futuristic references, making for a visually unique partner for the track. You can download “Symphonies” (Remix) and the music video at iTunes.
Black is a UK-based electronica artist whose first album was released digitally to iTunes this December in the States. UN includes the original recording of “Symphonies” plus eleven other tracks including “U + Me =” and “Alone.” It is expected to be made available in physical form on February 16. Also starting this month Black will begin touring in the U.S. and Canada.
[Via DatNewCudi; Wiki]
Kid Cudi x Bape collaboration hits stores and the web this week
BAPE recently announced they are dropping yet another Kid Cudi x Milo t-shirt. This time it reads “Take another shot or you’re soft! Rage!” What’s different about this release is that it may actually be possible to snag one of ’em. You have two ways to purchase the $80 tee: you can wait in line at the NYC Soho BAPE store on Saturday, January 23 or you can order it online Wednesday, January 20 at noon. UPDATE: You guessed it–all sold out online. Good luck on Saturday!
[Via DatNewCudi]
Kid Cudi updates the name of his next album
At his latest show in Milaukee rapper Kid Cudi announced the “official” name of his sophomore collaborative album: Cudder and The Revolution of the Evolution. I say “official” because Cudi is known for announcing an album title and changing it around a couple times before it releases. His first album was originally called “Man on the Moon: The Guardians” and was changed to Man on the Moon: The End of Day. We’ve know for quite some time that his next album was going to be titled “Cudder,” but now he has gone head and added “The Revolution of the Evolution” to it. I can see this latest iteration potentially finalizing into “Cudder: The Revolution of Evolution” but we shall wait and see. Looking forward to it.
[Via DatNewCudi]
Complex.com names Man on the Moon: TEOD ‘Best Album of 2009’
Aw yeah. Complex.com has placed Kid Cudi’s debut album Man on the Moon: The End of Day at the #1 spot on their top 25 best album of ’09 list.
Hip-hop’s lonely stoner threw the “debut rap album” blueprint out the window with his bold opening statement, a somber trip into the mind of Scott Mescudi. With producers Emile, Plain Pat, and Ratatat driving most of the music, Man On The Moon shows a remarkably fully-formed sound—dark, melodic, spacious—a feat that most unfocused artists strive for their entire career. Mixing the easy thump of hip-hop with the relentlessly introspective sensibility of indie rock, Cudi pushed the boundaries of both worlds, perfectly capturing 2009’s unapologetically creative spirit.
I wholeheartedly agree. MOTM: TEOD was most definitely the best album of the year. Congrats, Cudder. Looking forward to what you have in store for 2010.
[Via DatNewCudi]
Kid Cudi wants you to augment your reality
Bored? Got nothing else better to do? Have (a little) fun with this quick activity that involves your webcam and a piece of paper with a QR code on it. First click here to view and print the special marker. Then click here and scroll down to find a box that prompts you to allow access to your webcam. Then hold up the printed market to the camera and let the fun begin! Need help setting up? Watch the video above as a guide to getting started.
[Via DatNewCudi]
Trailer: HBO’s “How To Make It in America”
Think of it as Entourage set in NYC. How To Make It in America follows a group of twenty-somethings from Brooklyn chasing their dreams of breaking into the fashion industry in New York City. It stars Lake Bell, Samaire Armstrong, Scott Mescudi (Kid Cudi), and Bryan Greenberg. It’s even produced by Entourage‘s Mark Wahlberg. Producer Rob Weis, also from the Entourage team, has his to say about the upcoming pilot: “This show is a fun ride through the downtown scene, examining the cross section of people and how they relate to the relevant subcultures in NYC.” How To Make It in America premieres on HBO February 14.
[Via DatNewCudi; Observer]
Kid Cudi x Bape t-shirt, part deux
Rapper Kid Cudi has collaborated again with Bape to create a new Kid Cudi x Milo t-shirt. Same as before, the release is extremely limited and will only be available at one location. If you want to get one of these, get ready to stand in line at the Bape store in Los Angeles on December 20 at noon. Cudi will be there to sign autographs. The t-shirt sports the same design as the NYC release, except that the cartoon Kid Cudi is now wearing a grey hoodie (from red) and a Baby Milo tee. Also, the back of the shirt says, “General Cudder says…. Take another shot or you’re soft! Rage!” If you are in the LA area and want to cop one of these, be sure to get there extra early; take it from personal experience, someone who just missed getting a copy at the NYC Bape store earlier this year.
Update: Sold out.
[Via DatNewCudi]
Music video: Kid Cudi – “Pursuit of Happiness” (Featuring MGMT & Ratatat)
*MGMT & Ratatat are not in the video due to scheduling conflicts. Cudi has stated that they may appear in a possible second music video for the song.