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Britan's Got Talent

Is back on our screens the whole nation is hooked with over 9 Million viewers each week. Will there be any SuBo super talent shocks this year... Last year’s Winners Diversity are now a Global success with Sell out tours and a blockbuster film, producers will be hoping for more of the same this year!

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Make It Funky For Me!

Hailing from South London AP Beats are a pair of talented up and coming producers doing there thing in the UK. With an early upbringing into music it was only a matter of time before they developed their passion into a full-time business.

In 2001 they joined together and created Attacca Pesante and promptly started producing tracks for artists in the South London area. Over time their hobby became serious and they started producing tracks for well known artists. Producers Zack B and Dean both have a different background in music which allows them to produce different genres such as Funky House, Hip-Hop, RnB, and Soul.

Their track “Make It Funky” featuring Shea Soul is doing big things right now on the Funky House scene and I think it is massive! Loving the vocals, definately makes the tune and gives you that summery feeling.

Spitting in public is an absolutely disgusting habit.  When I walk down the street avoiding big blobs of 'gob', I just wish there were some divine power that would turn it around mid flight and fling it back in the faces of the morons that are doing it, that might just make them think twice and it would amuse the hell out of me!

What the people that do this don't realise is there mucous could be carrying one or more of the many kinds of diseases which have made a startling re appearence, one that springs immediately to mind is TB (Tuberculosis). Spitting on the street is in fact a public health issue as well as a disgusting habit.

How would these people feel if I walked into their living room and spat on heir carpets, which in effect is what is happening when unsuspecting people walk in it and then return home to trample it around their houses!? 

Then for good measure they or their children sit on the carpet and... well need I go on I think you get the picture!

Spitting in public should be illegal in this country...

Thursday 5 March

NOT!

Venture Photography!

A few weeks ago - I bought a voucher for a Venture session and a framed 7x5 photo - cost £25.

Last night my family and I went for our session, it was great fun and I was sure i’d get good results! But then began the hard sell and then I saw the price list - I honestly can’t see me buying ANY more than the photo which was included in the offer.How on Earth can they justify charging £75 (yes £75 AFTER a 20% discount!!!!!) for a 7x5 framed photo and £115 for a 10x8?

Boots charge around 50p for a single print that size and the little frame shop across the road from the studio where we went will flog a similar frame to those on offer for a couple of quid! So I'd love to know how they can get up to that level of pricing.They will only sell the pictures either framed or in albums as well - and the answer was a flat no when I said I wanted the pics for scrapping so didn't want or need the frames/ albums anyway! You'd think their marketing gurus would realise that not everyone has the sort of money they want, and they'd sell more if their prices were more realistic and their attitudes more flexible!

Their loss - not mine....

Hot!

Sasha Fierce

Beyonce releases her third studio album ‘I Am…Sasha Fierce’; a double disc album which differentiates between her two different personalities Beyonce and Sasha Fierce. The chilled out and more mature side consists of acoustic well-sung balladry to emphasise Beyonce’s passionate side whilst the other disc knocks hard with catchy upbeat dance numbers to emphasise Sasha’s fiery side. A great way to open up the album was the overly empowering gender-reversing pop ballad ‘If I Were A Boy’. Lyrically and conceptually, it is one of the strongest tracks on the album. When I heard the BC Jean demo previously, I was kind of skeptical that Beyonce would not have been able to pull off such a track. Unlike her previous pop smash ‘Irreplaceable’, this song had more of a rock and country-ish edge to any song that she’s recorded in her career. You don’t usually associate these type of tracks to a big powerful and soulful voice like Beyonce’s especially one that possesses a heavily-influenced Southern drawl. Amazingly, Beyonce smashed the song to pieces with so much ease only proving that as far as musical content is concerned, nothing is challenging for this talented 27-year-old. You can give her a Mary Poppins song to sing and she will find a way to make that song contemporary, fresh and cool. So I give her much credit for that.

Hot!

Hot hot Chocolate

In life there many kind of pleasures. Name them... But one of them is having a special position in our mind. Chocolate! Milk, vanilla, ginger, black, coffee, lemon, cherry, strawberry... whatever combination you can imagine!

Recently I ate duck with sauce of chocolate and balsamico, and it was delicious. And then, you can also drink it, with 40% of milk 20% chocolate and the rest 40% water... the perfect combination.

So imagine now, you are in a snow shelter, and its cold outside. I bet the only thing that would make you feel nice... is a hot cup of chocolate.

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Skating on ice...

This is a British reality contest show where celebrities learn how to ice dance with professional skaters. A Celebrity and professional skater team up to receive instruction from Torville and Dean, they must then perform for and face the voting system of the judges and the viewing public.

Six stars remain, and they all have their eyes on the finishing line. Nobody wants to leave the competition now, so they must pull out all the stops to win over viewers and the judges. The skaters must master the use of props in their routines, including hats, feather boas and umbrellas.

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Pancakes!!! It's pancake day

A lot of people say that January and February are the most boring months of the year - and for the most part, I agree. But there’s one thing in February that I really look forward to: Pancake Day!

Like most kids, I started making pancakes on Pancake Day with my mum as a child and I’ve just carried on the tradition for all these years. My usual routine is to invite some friends round for dinner, make a huge stack of pancakes and make sure that I’ve got enough fillings to go round. I know lemon and sugar is traditional but my favourite is definitely chopped bananas and nutella. A little unorthodox, I know, but I love it.

Hot!

Garage Fever meets Funky Fever

Every saturday @ Vogue Watford, boasts a massive residency!

Garage Fever meets Funky Fever is a very popular night and has played host to both Heartless Crew, Mc Versatile, KIG head Shoulders Knees and toes and still has Dj Ez, Mc Blive & Mc Viper!

It gets busier every week and we tjink you should all try it out! Absolutely free entry before 10pm and you also get buy one get one free on drinks! So not only do you save money But you also get drink treats!!!! Woo Hoo!

Not!

The New Anti speed Advert!!

I am fully aware that this is a problem and needs to be addressed but the new anti-speeding advert with a dead kid lying around. Jesus. Bit over the top maybe?

shocking people again and again with very expensive advertising isn't likely to be very effective anymore, and the potential reduction in casualties is minimal at this point. The campaigns have worked and the vast majority of people who are gonna listen have ceased to drink drive. Prevention has worked as much as it can. Yes there should be reminders, particularly at christmas, but the level of campaigning is probably over the top for the number of lives at risk these days. those resources may well be better spent elsewhere.

It made me shiver for days and I don't drive like a mad man! Bit unfair...

Hot!

Benjamin Button

Based on the F. Scott Fitzgerald short story, Button tells the life stories of a man ageing backwards (Pitt) and the love of his life (Blanchett). This is an interesting premise and, with the help of superb direction, strong performances, cutting edge special effects and make up, it largely works.

Pitt delivers one of, if not, the best performance of his career. There is also some excellent supporting work, not least from Taraji P. Henson. Surprisingly though, I didn't feel any empathy with the Blanchett character: her performance was certainly very strong, but her interpretation of the character only added to the slight sombre tone of time waiting for no man (or woman). Then again, maybe that was the whole point... Button is epic in scope, spanning some 100 years. At just under 3 hours long, it held my attention throughout and at points I was captivated. Fincher really has done a good job in bringing ths ambitious projest to the screens! A real must see!

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Daytime TV !!

ONE of our number fell victim to last week’s cauld snap and did his back in on the ice. For three days he languished in his bed in agony... sympathy, sympathy. But it did bring one thing home to him. Just how rubbish daytime telly really is! Mornings are taken up by chats with dysfunctional families, property programmes and fillers on 1001 ways to boil an egg. Afternoons were... well blank cos the painkillers had kicked in! Nowadays nobody seems to buy or sell a hoose. It’s all about marbles-in-the-mooth numpties bumpin’ their gums about buying a property aka a hoose; undertaking a project, aka conversion, and budgets, aka how much have you got to spend. So our man turned to the wireless where he found some very interesting offerings on the wonderful Radio Four. Anyway his time confined to home has taught him one thing – he’ll be a bit more careful the next time Jack Frost comes to call. He’s still working out what was the more painful... his sair back or daytime telly!

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Cold weather

So some people like the cold, you know, fires and blankets...not me. I want to be baking. I pay to lay in a box and feel my skin cook to a golden brown. They say it gives you cancer. I say cold air makes my backbone twist into a knot in an effort to find a warm spot in my gut. Living in south Georgia for most of my life, I realize I have no appreciation of true cold snaps, but every morning when I check the weather, I think of my friends in Atlanta who are fourteen degrees colder than me and thank God that I live in Valdosta again. I relish bright colors, flip-flops and sleeveless shirts. I know that these things are accompanied by gnats, sweat, and it-ain't the heat it's the humidity. But I countdown to these days...

HOT!

Snowmen!!

Keeping in line with todays weather its easy to say that SnowMen are hot! Although they are cold, hmmmm confusing!

If you got today off and you are bored, get back to your childhood and build a monster snowman!

Start with the base and then the centre. Add a head, find two rocks/ stones for the eyes, some pebbles for its mouth, a carrot for its nose and complete with a scarf, pipe and hat!

The great thing about snowmen are they are traditional and don't follow any religion so every one can get involved!

Spend some quality time with those you love and make the most of a family day off, once finished, go inside and warm up with a good old mug of hot chocolate and a handful of biscuits!

HOT!

Blackberry!

Most of you will think this is a stupid post but I am so excited to share this great product with my bretheren that I don't care. 

I picked up my new Blackberry storm PDA about an hour ago and I am already in love.  Move over iPhone there is a new sheriff in town. This thing is the greatest product since Viagra.  I got an email with a powerpoint attachment, opened the file and viewed the slides at a very respectable speed as I was waiting at a stop light.

I don't own RIM stock nor do I work for them or sell phones.  I am just a tech nut and like many guys a kid when it comes to new toys.  But this damn thing is not a toy.  You can actually run a business with this phone.

My iPhone is getting sold on Craigslist this afternoon. LOL

Not!

Ulrika winning celebrity big brother

SHE moaned, wept, and droveher exasperated housemates to repeatedly nominate her for eviction from the Celebrity Big Brother house. But last night Ulrika Jonsson emerged victorious as the series winner amid fireworks and confetti in what bookmakers described as "the biggest shock in reality TV history".

The former weather-girl and Gladiators presenter took 56.7 per cent of the votes for the final two places, beating music journalist Terry Christian, who polled 43.3 per cent. How on earth! No one even likes her! She said it herself... Fix!

HOT!

Facebook!

Yes its old news but I have to address that facebook is still soooo hot! The social networking programme has taken over the lead from facebook! It is the best place to catch up with friends, old & new and yes even your mums aunty! Everyone seems to have a facebook page nowadays!

Its great to see old faces, check who's aged, who got fat and all sorts! Cringe when someone tags you in a photo that no one is meant to see, its great.

At this precise moment, my facebook is on my second browser, im addicted! Update my status to im a facebook junkie! Help me!

HOT!

K.I.G - Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes!

Call me strange but I'm among a few others that are enjoying this song! Ok so there is not ANY lyrical content in the tracks and it has no meaning but It has the fun party element that you would find in hits such as Saturday Night & Macarena! Lol!

Yes, those of you who do not know, this is a funky house tune that was been formed from childrens nursery rhyme Head, shoulders, knees & toes! If you can follow the instructions, you are half way there! The bassline is repetitive but it does the job and the video on You tube is also one to watch, learn the moves and get LOW LOW LOW LOW!

HOT!

The Script !

The Script's debut album is out now!

The Script are an Irish trio (Danny: vocals, Mark: guitar, Glen: drums) whose music boasts the kind of artful twists sure to turn all preconceptions on their head. This is a whole new brand of Celtic Soul, blending hip hop lyrical flow with pop melodiousness, state-of-the-art R'n'B production with anthemic rock dynamics, classic song construction with gritty contemporary narratives.

We know January is pretty bleak, with weeks until payday and your post-Christmas wallet running on empty. That's why we're letting you know that the good people at iTunes have got a very special offer on The Script. They'll be selling the album for just £3.95 all week this week, but only for this week.

HOT!

Digital Photo Frames !

Displaying your favourite digital photos has never been easier with the range of affordable digital picture frames out now!

You can choose from a great range of high quality unbranded digital photo frames, or choose to purchase a branded digital photo frame from well known brands such as Kodak, Cibox and Pictorea.

There is a range of digital frames available in an assortment of styles, colours and sizes, to suit almost every need and budget.

Grab one while you can!

HOT!

The 360' Mirror !

Have you ever had to use your mirror to see something on the back of you? Your hair while styling, or needing to see if your bum looks big in that dress? Well, you could always turn around, and then try and swivel your neck as best as you can. Or you could take a hand-mirror and try and get the reverse angle. Sometimes one of those methods works.

Or you could get the 360-Degree Mirror. Three panels on each side pop out so you can get more views of you. There is also a light on the front for a little extra glow. You might want to use the lighting to see what your “best side” is.

This has got to be one of those “it’s a long time coming” inventions. Especially when you’re getting a haircut, and your stylist has to move your head around like it’s a giant dial. Now your stylist can simply look into the right panel to see if he or she is giving your sides the right treatment.

Of course, he or she is going to have to adapt, since a mirror sees everything backwards. Okay, the tech isn’t quite here yet, but it is getting better all the time! In fact, the price is very good for this product at only £18.

NOT!

Having a Cold!

I have a cold, belch, again. Complete with the stuffy nose, pounding headache, and tiredness to go along with it. To make it worse I’m still at work, which means getting up for the zillionth time I'll have to get up and go to get a tissue to stop a runny nose or to blow it, and it's embarrassing to say the least.

 I don't know why but it is. Last night (with the cold) I was so tired that I had tried to sleep, but it didn't work, so I read in bed in my Pj's from about 4:00-6:00 then slept for half an hour. Then got up and with my blanket curled up on the couch and watched cartoons until my partner came home with McDonald's. After that I still had a headache and it was time for bed anyway so me and the blanket went back to my room and after about half an hour of fighting with the headache to go to sleep, I feel asleep, just to wake up and do it all again in the morning!

So mum comes to the door to give me soup and starts reeling off remedies which gives me a headache, and it was far too cold to have the door open (in my opinion anyway), that and the fact that I was too lazy to get off the couch to open it. So that's my journey with this cold. Gaaaaaaaaaaack I hope it goes away soon, I don't like colds, I sound funny, my nose is plugged, and my head hurts. Not to mention that when I get sick I can become cranky, so that's not good either, and those two different moods don’t just happen at home so beware! I’m cranky!

Monday 15 December

Hot!

Americas Next Top Model!

For those of you who’ve been unlucky enough to miss the previous cycles get the lowdown on the show. Packed with ultimate pouting power, the hit reality series goes to New York, with a new face on the judging panel, as former Czech super model Paulina Porizkova joins Tyra Banks and her trusty band of judges, noted fashion photograph Nigel Barker, the one and only J Alexander and mentor and modelling guru Jay Manuel. Together they will eliminate one of the fourteen hopefuls every week after subjecting them to tough challenges and photo shoots to see who has what it takes to be America’s Next Top Model.

In the tenth season premiere, the 35 semi-finalists arrive at "Top Model Prep" where they meet Mr Jay Manuel and Miss J. Alexander. I'm hooked already, so much bitchiness. We love it!!!

Its heated up and we are now down to the last three, Fatima (Who I do not like) Anya who is cute and takes great pictures and Whitney who i adore, she is also the plus side model although not as great as taking pictures!

I'm anticipating already. I would like anyone other than Fatima to win, Anya deserves it but talks funny! LOL! Watch tonight on Living Tv 9pm!

Friday 12 December

HOT!

AFI hair xtensions!

Ever wanted quality, realistic looking hair extensions??

Worried about the adverse effects glue would have on your hair???

Don't have the time to sit around for hours having them fitted????

Well here's the answer, A.F.I Hair Xtensions! Great quality hair with exceptional condition and wearability due to A.F.I Hair Xtensions's unique method of gentle processing which maintains the hairs natural strength and beauty. Available lengths are 18, 20 ,22 and 24 inches.

No glue, just quick and easy application in half the time of traditional methods. No damaging heat or glue is used and the unique patented design of the soft press link and application tool is both effective yet gentle on the hair.

www.afihairxtensions.com or call 01923 220710

Join the revolution and have stunning results thats, simple & easy!

Friday 14 November

HOT!

Fusion Condoms!

Take a look at the Condom Manufacturer that everybody's talking about. Fusion is the newest brand of condom giving Durex a run for their money.

The Fusion brand is fast becoming a household name after masses of advertising. Famous for it's sleek design; it's very easy to be discreetly popped in your back pocket if your male or bottom of your handbag if you are female.

All necessary kite marks makes the Fusion Condoms a high quality & safe product. They come in three great flavours : Chocolate, Banana & Strawberry and are proving very popular with female students!

The product has been launched by two brothers, Shandip & Ketan Shah. They felt that condoms are packaged in a very intimidating way and are also way overpriced. We have to agree... If condoms were more inviting and cheaper in price, they would me easier to buy. Especially for ladies. Fusion condoms are a cool £1.50 for three, already £2 cheaper than the leading brand!

Wednesday 5 November

HOT!

5 years on with a desperate housewife!

Everybody's favourite black comedy of suburban America and sky-high stilettos comes sashaying back on to our screens as the ladies of Wisteria Lane get a fifth series.

Desperate Housewives continues to follow the less-than-gritty lives of five fortysomething, improbably groomed glamourpusses, narrated by the omnipresent ghoul Mary Alice Young, who's snooping on her neighbours after her death. In a twist, the new series jumps forward in time to 2013, when many things have changed in Wisteria Lane – new men, grown-up children, careers... even Gabrielle's waistline

I've just caught up with it.. And really like it. Jumping five years was a great way to move things on, and get new storylines going. I’m sad that Mike and Susan broke up and I'm really missing Gaby's glamour because I loved the old her.  Aren't they all looking a little less worse for wear though! Those 5 years must've been spent swimming in Botox!

I love Mrs McClusky. If she ever died it would kill the show for me She is very underused. I still love Lynette and Tom, the whole situation with the car was funny (that he had actually ordered a new wing mirror.  I love Bree and feel so sorry for her that she lost Benjamin, and realising why she's now working so hard. I hope more becomes of that because Bree is my favourite of the housewives.

I've warmed to Kathryn, I hated her last season because she was trying to take over Bree, but then the finale was brilliant and made me feel for her. I don't like Edie, never have and was pleased that she was leaving - but now she's back I guess the crux of the storyline is going to be about her husband. And Susan should still be with Mike.  It’s good gritty tv!

NOT!

The Dentist!!!!

It’s not even worth the excuse to leave work for a couple of hours. I’m pretty sure I learned to hate the dentist when I was young and had to have some teeth pulled, twice. The shots in the gums, followed by the numbness, followed by all of that gauze and uncontrollable drooling. Horrible, all of it! Nevertheless, I showed up for my six-month check-up to keep my whites bright. After being assaulted by numerous metal instruments and the occasional spit sucker, my cleaning was complete. But then, just when I thought it was all over, she busted out some new laser tool! So, she put this thing on my teeth and it made all sorts of crazy noises, like it was trying to find the right frequency for my mouth so I can channel radio stations. It was totally painless, but when it was over, she told me I have two cavities! Actually, they aren’t cavities yet, but this laser can supposedly detect them before they appear. Now, let me just say that despite the extractions and orthodontic work I’ve endured in the past, I never had a cavity in my life until I moved here (I had my first one filled last year). This can only mean one of three things:

1. My family dentist sucks, 2. My Dental Group is making this crap up or 3. My teeth are finally starting to decay after 28 years of use.

Regardless, I don’t like it. I didn’t believe them the first time they told me I had a cavity. I made them prove it to me on my x-ray. I asked for further clarification today too. Apparently this laser somehow measures the density of your teeth and has a 90ish% accuracy rate. So, now I have to go back for more torture at a later date. Booo!

Monday 3 November

hot hot hot!

Lewis Hamilton Winning the Grand Prix!

Lewis Hamilton has become Formula One's youngest ever champion in the most dramatic fashion after finishing fifth in the season-ending Brazil Grand Prix at Interlagos.

As title rival Felipe Massa of Ferrari cruised to victory at his home grand prix, a late-race rain shower looked set to rob Hamilton of the championship after a stop for wet tyres dropped him to sixth, but he managed to overtake Timo Glock's Toyota with just seconds to spare as they entered the pit straight.

"It's pretty much impossible to put into words," a clearly emotional Hamilton said of his victory. "It's been such a long journey - all the sacrifices we've made, I'm so thrilled to do this for everyone. It was one of the toughest races of my life."

Ron Dennis, the McLaren chief, hailed Hamilton as a deserved champion. "He's a very special talent. He's the youngest ever world champion and he's done it so well," he said. "If you look at the statistics from all the races this year then you'll realise that.

"He has finished this season with more points than anyone over the last two seasons, so he's deserved it. We are delighted for him. We have enjoyed it a lot here and I'd like to thank all the English supporters for their support,"

Driving with great control, judgement and aided by luck, Hamilton avoided the problems that wrecked his bid to become the first rookie champion last year as he steered his McLaren Mercedes to glory after a tense contest.

NOT!

Fake sorry's, if you don't mean it don't use it!!!!

It has become overused. Not that you shouldn’t apologise when you hurt somebody physically or emotionally. Of course I wouldn’t say that.

I mean that it is now an easy way of getting yourself off of the hook when you have done something wrong.

I am starting to see so many more people in my life acting like idiots and then assume that because they said “sorry” that you should forgive them.

Then if you feel that you want to not forgive them at that moment in time but just let things be, you suddenly are the baddie.

What I’m trying to say in a very vague and in concise way (if that’s a word) is that if you’re going to use the word “sorry” use it properly and mean it genuinely.

Learn from mistakes and try not to repeat hurtful actions.

Sorry for the whining but I am sooo fed up about this today.

hot hot hot!

The Gummy Bear tune!

All I gotta say is the tune is catchy; I just love the character Gummy Bear.

If  you have about 3 minutes of your life to kill check out The Gummy bear Song on You tube.

It is the current rage in Germany and is a tune that will stick in your head for days just like the crazy frog trend.

According to the net it’s actually a Hungarian Advertisement for Gummy Bears!

The lyrics are in a number of languages  and here are the lyrics to the English version

Oh I'm a gummy bear
Yes I'm a gummy bear
Oh i'm a yummy jummy funny lucky gummy bear
I'm a jolly bear Cause I'm a gummy bear
Oh im a movin, grovin, jammin, singin gummy bear
Oh yeah ba ba da duby duby yum yum ba ba da duby duby yum yum ba ba da duby duby yum yum

Three times you can bite me gummy gummy gummy gummy gummy bear *pop*

NOT!

Rubbish Chat up lines!!!!

On a Friday night at a crowded club, I was doing the single girl thing — you know, drinking overpriced drinks and looking disaffected when a guy leaned over to me and said: “Heeeey, is your shirt expensive? ‘Cuz you look so hot in it, I could totally rip it off of you right now. But I would totally replace it, if it’s not too expensive.” I chuckled awkwardly, and then frantically looked for the exit sign.

Later that night, my friends and I had fun laughing about this frugal-minded Romeo. But we wondered: Why do men use these silly lines, and do they ever work? Most single women I know have endless stories about bad pickup lines that make us cringe and run for the door. These lukewarm icebreakers can run from the typically cheesy (”If I could rearrange the alphabet, I would put U and I together.”) to the creepy (”I’m new in town — can I have the directions to your apartment?”). It’s hard to imagine any woman falling for these come-hither tactics.

I’ll admit that approaching a stranger at a bar takes a lot of nerve — even women have trouble coming up with ways to start a conversation with men. But most women will agree that a clever come-on line is a big turn off and likely to backfire. A better approach might simply be a friendly smile or “hello” followed by genuine conversation.

Cheesy Lines? No No No

hot hot hot!

Enimens Comeback!

Eminem has spoken about his forthcoming new album, 'R3lapse', which has been produced by his long-time collaborator Dr. Dre.

The rapper said that working with Dre allowed him to concentrate on the processes of songwriting other than production, which was taken care of by the former NWA man.

"For probably the past five months pretty much straight I've been working with Dre," he said. "There's going to be a lot of material, more so than any album that I have had with him producing.

"I've been kind of giving him the driver's seat. I wanted to try my hand at the producing thing. But one of the best things about being able to work with Dre is obviously his beats are insane.

"Aside from that I can rap, I can write and not have to worry about what the beat has to sound like and how loud a snare drum is… all those things are taken care of for me so it's kind of like being spoilt… I feel like a spoiled little rapper."

His new track ‘I’m having a relapse’ has been described as real hot, have a listen and see what you think...

NOT!

Food scavengers!!!!

I absolutely hate it when you are eating at work and someone (namely Marc) comes down sits down opposite you and starts talking to you, leaning over analysing your food and asking what it is.

Goodness sake naff off and let me eat my god damn lunch you hungry cretin!! (Can you tell this has just within the last 10 minutes?)

A guy at work (namely Marc) always looks over and says 'oohhh what have you got there? Can I have a bit?' and inside I’m like, Dammit!!!! ‘Of course you can’ when I really want to say ‘go near my food and I’ll stab your hand with my fork'!

I’m not sure… does that make me selfish? I don’t think so because I would buy you anything, or share a bit for you, but when you pretend that you are just curious and have never ever tasted it before, even though you took some of the same dish off my plate last week, is just plain irritating!!!!

People that just pinch something off your plate when you’re eating makes me mad! Arrrrrgh!!!!

NOT! The New FB!

I logged into Facebook to find that the annoying site change is here to stay. Seeing the “go back to the old Facebook” link disappear was rough. When I look at the new Facebook page, I feel as if I see everything and nothing all at once. Some may argue that it’s more streamlined; I think it makes less sense to the eye. For example, birthdays are now part of the jumble in the right sidebar, whereas before they were clearly isolated. Coming from a religious happy birthday wisher, I can already tell that I will increasingly be missing wall and gift-giving opportunities. As far as new features that are apparent, there is the little word box under your picture. I really don’t get the function of this of writable white space area. It isn’t so people know what you are doing as that is what the “Status” bar is meant for. It can’t be a place to write down a grocery list. Am I supposed to say something cheesy like “Holla at yo play cousin?” Is this like the lame “Shout Out” box on Friendster? If so, yikes, Facebook just step back gracefully so you don’t go down that dark and gloomy route of dead social networks.

Facebook was a site made for college students by college students when it first started out. Now that it’s open to everyone, it’s close to resembling the Myspace. I may sound upset, but most of all I am a little sad. Facebook used to be the first site I would log into every morning, now: I usually forget to log in until late afternoon or evening. I can go on with my gripes, but it is all stuff that you all have noticed or read about already. I just wish I could click my mouse 3 times and say “there’s no place like old Facebook” and return back. Regrettably, I have a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.

hot hot hot!

Heroes Season 3!

Yeah! The BEST show on TV is back!

featuring all the main characters from the show, with Peter Petrelli front and center, Sylar getting ready to do some blasting, and Angela Petrelli and Ando getting what looks like regular status.

It seems that we are going to see a side of our Heroes that we’re going to love and embrace, and we’re going to see a side of them that we’re going to hate.

Season 3 has barely even kicked off, and already I am on the edge of my seat, and STARVING for more episodes.

I didn't expect Sylar to get Clair's power THIS soon, but at least we now know that she cannot die, so at least even though he has her power, she is still alive (or is ‘it’ "), so you perverts  can still drool over her.

I still wanna know EXACTLY what Sylar discovers in his victims' brains in order to gain their powers.

The biggest moment so far, is when Angela said that Sylar is her son. Goodness! Who saw THAT one coming?

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The All New Ford Fiesta

After months of anticipation and feverish press coverage the world over, the completely redesigned all new Ford Fiesta has finally been released. Sleek, sexy and utterly sophisticated, it embraces the spirit of a fresh modern, dynamic world – the sprit of now.

The new fiesta looks very nice indeed especially at the front. It is now original after copying designs from all sorts of cars roofline and forward front windows ie. Grande Punto, Door mirrors and is similar to a Honda Jazz, BMW 1 series and of course the front is very Mazda2 & Peugeot 206. All in all it’s a very nice looking car. The old fiesta was only let down by its very drab interior, other than that it was a great car that drives well. This car should increase the Ford Fiesta sales. Ford is the next one to compete in the Supermini range along with the Peugeot 307, Vauxhall Corsa, Mazda2 and the Mini Cooper so it’s just fiat that needs to comply with the latest trend.

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Having a Cold!

I have a cold, belch, again. Complete with the stuffy nose, pounding headache, and tiredness to go along with it. To make it worse I’m still at work, which means getting up for the zillionth time I'll have to get up and go to get a tissue to stop a runny nose or to blow it, and it's embarrassing to say the least.

 I don't know why but it is. Last night (with the cold) I was so tired that I had tried to sleep, but it didn't work, so I read in bed in my Pj's from about 4:00-6:00 then slept for half an hour. Then got up and with my blanket curled up on the couch and watched cartoons until my partner came home with McDonald's. After that I still had a headache and it was time for bed anyway so me and the blanket went back to my room and after about half an hour of fighting with the headache to go to sleep, I feel asleep, just to wake up and do it all again in the morning!

So mum comes to the door to give me soup and starts reeling off remedies which gives me a headache, and it was far too cold to have the door open (in my opinion anyway), that and the fact that I was too lazy to get off the couch to open it. So that's my journey with this cold. Gaaaaaaaaaaack I hope it goes away soon, I don't like colds, I sound funny, my nose is plugged, and my head hurts. Not to mention that when I get sick I can become cranky, so that's not good either, and those two different moods don’t just happen at home so beware! I’m cranky!

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Dirty Dancing!!!!

Sunday 19th on Five 21.00pm

There are only a few basic irrefutable truths in the known universe. One of them just happens to be that nobody puts Baby in the corner. Comfort in movie form, for me anyway, is Dirty Dancing... But for my money, it's one of the best guilty pleasure girlie flicks ever made. I've seen it so many times that recapping the basic story line seems kind of hilarious to me. But I'll try.

Dirty Dancing is about a wide eyed, precocious, teenager named Francis (Jennifer Gray) who, for some ungodly reason, actually prefers to be called "Baby". She and her family go to the Catskills for a three week vacation at one of those old timey resorts and it's set in the 1960's so fornication hadn't yet been invented, so all this squeaky clean fun has no irony attached to it at all. Turns out that after hours, when all the old people in loveless marriages have gone to sleep in their separate beds, the dancers at the resort get together for watermelon and some old fashioned bumping and grinding. HOW NAUGHTY. Soon enough, Johnny and Baby and embark together in a desperate bid to see each others nipples.

Dirty Dancing came out in when I was all of 8 years old. So my attachment to it is rooted deeply in nostalgia. However, I've watched it pretty regularly since my 12th year on Earth and still find it entertaining. I wish I could say that I love Dirty Dancing for different reasons but the truth is I love Dirty Dancing because I actually love it. I always buy into the fun and nervousness associated with Baby and Johnny finding themselves attracted to one another. I always get choked up when Baby confronts her father and I always stop and rewind the "sex" with Jennifer Gray's old lady bra. I always wait in breathless anticipation for Johnny to look Baby's father in the eye and tell him, with unbelievably believable conviction, that nobody puts Baby in the corner.

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Killing off Liam in Corrie!

I recently heard in a magazine that Liam was going to get killed off Coronation Street. I would personally like him to stay on the street, as I will miss seeing him on there. 

However if Rob James Collier really wants to leave, then I would suggest to the producers that they should leave it open for him to come back onto the street if he wishes to do so in the future. I was so upset to hear about it! He's the main if not only reason I watch Corrie and I can't believe he is leaving but to get killed off so that he can never return is just unbelievable!

Please do not leave Liam!!! I won't be watching again after he goes! And if he does leave then I hope he gets plenty of work after Corrie because I’ll miss him far too much!

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A Kid Called Cudi!!!!

Day & Night (Crooker Mix)

It’s difficult to compare Cudi to any of today’s marginally successful artists, mainly because he’s made his music with the intention of developing his own sound. Kid Cudi hasn’t even released an album yet, but already holds a spot on my most anticipated albums of 2008, largely because of a track called “Day N Night,” a spaced out, R&B influenced tale of loneliness and isolation, something not often heard in the world of hip-hop anymore.

What we need is more guys like Kid Cudi making stoner anthems that are not like, 375 minute guitar solos. Somehow this song makes being both a stoner and lonely sound kind of appealing, maybe it's the super sparse beat.

He might keep a lax tone throughout his detached raps, but his "I'm-not-really-trying" vibe syncs perfectly with the dancefloor-devastating beats that sound like they take from every dark corner of every subgenre of EDM and hip-hop.

"Day N Night" is a great track that fits perfectly with the leftist dance/hip-hop vibe of Cudi's new label home: DJ A-Trak's Fool's Gold. We at Mix It Up! are feeling it.

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Mango Room!!!!

10 - 12 Kentish Town Road, Camden Town, London, NW1 8NH

It's in the heart of hippest Camden Town, with classic ska and reggae wafting through the air, and an excellent vibe from the young, personable crowd who come to drink and meet.

You'll be tempted to book the Mango Room before you even hear about the food. It's great - a fusion of traditional and modern Caribbean cuisine.

We had booked in advance and there was no confusion on the door. Once we got to the table, we had excellent service from the waiters and were served some pretty decent Caribbean food.

The plaintain for starters were ok but the main course of that traditional Jamaican meal, Jerk Chicken with rice and peas was gorgeous. Really hot and spicy and the chicken was lovely and tender. My mates all seemed to enjoy what they had too - it seems the curried goat and the salmon are to be recommended.

Very expensive, but I feel it was worth it. I would only go for a special occasion though, that way I won’t feel as bad for spending so much!  It was nice to get some decent, relaxed and unhurried service too - unusual for London.

I reckon this place would be great for a romantic meal for two.

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Picking your nose in public!

Digging in your nose in public like you’ve got diamonds in your head is DISGUSTING!!! Use a tissue! Or here’s an idea – keep your finger out of your nose until you are alone!

An old woman on the bus was digging (not picking, but digging) in her nose continuously. She took out a tissue to blow her nose and then continued her digging WITHOUT THE TISSUE! To top it off, she then pushed the “stop” button with her booger-digging hand. I was already a germaphobe about public transportation, now I’m a booger-phobe too.

Ok, sometimes it's necessary, but it should be treated like any other excretory process - you go to the bathroom, put it in a tissue, flush the tissue and WASH YOUR HANDS!!! My God! Imagine the germs!

Yet there are people who pick their noses in public. Either they don't care about the fact that people can see them engaging in this disgusting process or they convince themselves people don't notice! But what is worse is they then shake hands, share food, touch people etc without others willingly knowing they just had a booger fight ten minutes ago!!!

Wash your hand people and try not to pick in public!  It’s stomach-turning.

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MonsterMunch Roast Beef!

I have discovered the most wonderful tasting beefy crisps that I have ever eaten!! Walkers are apparently Britain’s favourite crisp and it is estimated that 11 Million people will eat a Walkers product every day!! (I wish I had a percentage of their profits.) They started out in 1912 owned by; yes you’ve got it, Mr Walker and originally traded as a butcher during the World Wars. In 1948 Walkers began making crisps, hand slicing the potatoes and cooking them in a chip fryer and thus a legend was made.

I have always loved monster munch but have only really been able to get away with the pickled onion variety. It’s the bubbly texture that I love most so I like most corn snacks like skips and wotsits but I’d never tried the Roast Beef flavour. The flavour is very strong so I’d say you’ll either love them or hate them. They don’t really taste of Roast beef, just the artificial flavour that most beef crisps taste of but they are truly delicious if you like this artificial flavour. They usually cost around 40p for a single yellow gold bag with a pink monster on front. I would advise buying two bags as they are extremely more-ish. A downside to this is that they are very high in salt and so, as with most delicious snacks, are not very good for you. They also leave a bit of an odd taste in your mouth a few minutes after you’ve finished munching but personally I can forgive this. Described as ‘The monstrously big snacks that kids can’t wait to get their paws on’, I say hide them from the kids and eat them yourself later!

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BNTM!!!!

Britain's Next Top Model (often shortened to BNTM or Top Model) is a British reality television show in which a number of women compete for the title of Britain's Next Top Model and a chance to start their career in modelling industry. It is based on the hit U.S. TV show America's Next Top Model, and it shares the same format. It is currently hosted by supermodel Lisa Snowdon, who also serves as head judge. It was originally hosted by model Lisa Butcher, however she left after Cycle 1 of the show.

I am a self confessed sucker for Americas next top model, so when it was over I thought, why not try the English one… Oh how I wish I didn’t! I was not even able to make it through a few episodes, it maybe because Tyra was nowhere to be found or simply because it was plain rubbish!

 The series is re running on Living TV and I suspect they've had a serious budget cut since the last series - the house is just a regular house, and who are those judges! The series looks and feels like an extended Youtube parody of ANTM as done by some media A-level students in Croydon. I will give it one more go next week but I was cringing all the way through this episode - the interviews are so shocking, it's obvious the girls' responses have been written and they're reading them... Please don’t make me go on as any publicity is good publicity, and BTNM deserves none!!!!

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The Z Pen!

Make notes, draw sketches and let your creativity flow without being chained to a keyboard, and turn any scrap of paper into your very own electronic notebook. Back in the good old days, before the information superhighway ploughed its way into everyone's living room, people used to write letters to each other to stay in touch. With the increased popularity of email and texts this soon flew out the window and the closest we get to personalising our correspondence is devising kooky e-signatures featuring "uplifting" thoughts for the day and other such banal and sycophantic psychobabble.

The Zpen lets you claim back a bit of your personality and freedom, and gives you a chance to dust off your handwriting. Clip the receiver to the top of any piece of paper or notepad and it will record every single stroke the Zpen makes, even if you're just doodling aimlessly. All you need do is plug the device into your USB drive when you get home (or to the office) and it effortlessly transfers your scrawl to your PC. If your handwriting borders on illegible you can even transform it into plain text once it's loaded. It's small enough to carry in your pocket, so if you're ever gripped by idea fever you can clip it to a cocktail napkin and scribble away to your heart's content. It will even recognize drawings! It's great to finally see handwriting play such a big part in a futuristic device like this, write and sketch anywhere!

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The 360' Mirror !

Have you ever had to use your mirror to see something on the back of you? Your hair while styling, or needing to see if your bum looks big in that dress? Well, you could always turn around, and then try and swivel your neck as best as you can. Or you could take a hand-mirror and try and get the reverse angle. Sometimes one of those methods works.

Or you could get the 360-Degree Mirror. Three panels on each side pop out so you can get more views of you. There is also a light on the front for a little extra glow. You might want to use the lighting to see what your “best side” is.

This has got to be one of those “it’s a long time coming” inventions. Especially when you’re getting a haircut, and your stylist has to move your head around like it’s a giant dial. Now your stylist can simply look into the right panel to see if he or she is giving your sides the right treatment.

Of course, he or she is going to have to adapt, since a mirror sees everything backwards. Okay, the tech isn’t quite here yet, but it is getting better all the time! In fact, the price is very good for this product at only £18.

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Americas Next Top Model!

For those of you who’ve been unlucky enough to miss the previous cycles get the lowdown on the show. Packed with ultimate pouting power, the hit reality series goes to New York, with a new face on the judging panel, as former Czech super model Paulina Porizkova joins Tyra Banks and her trusty band of judges, noted fashion photograph Nigel Barker, the one and only J Alexander and mentor and modelling guru Jay Manuel. Together they will eliminate one of the fourteen hopefuls every week after subjecting them to tough challenges and photo shoots to see who has what it takes to be America’s Next Top Model.

With brand new and fresh aspiring models, willing to do anything to get their hands on the crown, this series is set to be bigger and better than ever. How we've come to love Jay Manuel with his sharp tongue, his easy laugh (usually, and hilariously, at the models) and his oh, so immaculate grooming. Jay began his association with ANTM in series one as the humble but talented make-up artist. He quickly became a key part of the team with his witty asides and his astute summing-up of each of the model's strong points (or indeed lack of). In the tenth season premiere, the 35 semi-finalists arrive at "Top Model Prep" where they meet Mr Jay Manuel and Miss J. Alexander. I'm hooked already, so much bitchiness. We love it!!!

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RockStar Clothing!!!

We’ve all seen the caption T shirts that are floating around the music scene, from ‘Are you dumb’ to ‘Stop Snitchin’ and we understand that all people want to do is to walk around in randomly cool slogan t-shirts, but it seems the brand new ultra hip designer from RockStar Clothing has upped the ante and added a little class to ordinary styled T shirts.  

The line features over 14 summer/Autumn styles for both men and women and has caused a stir on the streets. Artists & Celebrities such as US superstar Lloyd, Choice Fm’s Masterstepz, Blue Dress’s Donaeo, Dirty Pops Charlean Dance & Major Ace are just a few spotted in the snazzy designer shirts.

The Simple and elegant typography makes for a striking exhibition of style when teamed up with their many Rock Star characters. There is much much in store with various designs in print for the RockDoodz, RockChix, RockSportz & RockStreetz lines and also Vintage & Childrens wear.

These tees’s are definitely worth picking up so don’t be the last one on your street to get one of these top shirts! I have one, so should you.....

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Christmas shopping !

It is Thursday 18th September and it is officially 99 days until Christmas! Yes that is depressing… But with the credit crunch lingering above our heads like crows to carcass it makes sense to stretch your money by starting early, a few years ago it was easy to jump in your car Christmas Eve and simply fight your way through doors racing for that vital gift!

Now a days it’s difficult to afford a tank full of petrol let alone raise that money in a few days to buy gifts.

Shop Early. Friends will think you are mad shopping a month or two in advance but this will dramatically reduce stress levels and take the headache out of Christmas Shopping!  

After all shopping is supposed to be fun, why turn a fun activity into something out of Dales Supermarket sweep when it can compete with Julia Roberts Pretty Woman.

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We Like 'em Big!

Bigger is not better in the world of electronics because tiny things rule. Smallness may not always be the most important advance in a new gadget, but it is, without a doubt, the most noticeable and instantly gratifying. "My God, that's so small! So thin! So light!" The words roll off the tongue with unmistakable envy when looking at a person’s new fancy gadget. But a petite package doesn't always signal a worthwhile purchase. In fact, there are so many tiny technological toys which we must look at hard to tell the difference between truly brilliant masterpieces or just compact design. Some designs mean you see little flashes of brilliance by squinting a sharp eye. In fact you may need a magnifying glass to see these products in real life so I ask what the point is?

Yes it’s cool to look at, but how good is the functionality? Are the buttons not too fiddly on your tiny mobile phone? Did you lose your mini I pod after you put it down? Can you even see the image in your tiny dvd player? I personally think it’s getting ridiculous. Everything is shrinking beyond usage, it is ok if you have it just for show but when you need your 7 year old nephew to pull the extremely little SIM card out of your non existent mobile phone, you’ve gone too far!!!

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The New Tree Sexy Bar!

A brand new chocolate bar set to launch in the UK which claims to help you lose weight and boost your love life. Woo Hoo! The Sexy bar is described as a ‘chocolate bar in stilettos’. Spice up your day with dark chocolate, warmed by the taste of ginger. Naturally stimulating Guarana extract adds an extra perk for a seductive treat. Chocolate with spice and everything nice!

Sounds like a winner to me spicy, gingery, and energizing chocolate I like that sort of thing! Sexy is available in 80g bars from Waitrose, Ocado and selected Sainsbury’s and Whole Foods Markets. Price is £1.99.

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Holiday Tans!

Ok, so the title may suggest we have something against the Holiday Tan, which is not entirely true. The problem is directly pointed towards those ladies showing off a holiday tan in wind, rain or snow! I mean, yes it’s likely you get caught out by the insanely sometimish English weather, and it is possible that sometimes it’s quite warm out even when it looks a little dull, but those of you ladies who set out in the smallest outfit when the forecast suggests sleet; and the rain is beating against your wind screen, are just plain daft!

We all relish in the idea of a week or two in the sun and we do understand that you had the greatest holiday where you built up a tremendous tan that gives you more colour than Beyonce in the offensive L’Oreal ordeal, but why oh why do you pretend you cannot feel the buckets of rain that is falling on the rest of us? Why are we running to find shelter and you are strolling as though the wind is in your hair and you’re eating a summer salad? Yes we see your beautiful bronze skin, we see your shoulder strap lines and even where your watch has been leaves us a little envious, but there is a time and place for everything. While we agree that it is always fun to show off a tan, let’s be sensible and leave the showing off to more appropriate weather!