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Bryan Greenberg Reforms Health Care In America

Posted on March 22, 2010


Last night marked a historic night in our country, as congress moved to pass health care reform. Love it or hate it you can't deny its significance.  You might remember the "Yes We Can" video that was produced by Will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas during President Obama's campaign. Check out our own Bryan Greenberg in the video several times.

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Coming Soon: Aloe Blacc’s Official “I Need A Dollar” Music Video

Posted on March 20, 2010

Aloe Blacc, the musician that stole the show from Luis Guzman, who stole the show from Bryan Greenberg, is set to release the official music video for his hit song "I Need A Dollar."  This is the lead single from Aloe Blacc's forth coming album Good Things. The album is produced by Truth & Soul, and features the backing from the band known as Expressions and El Michels Affair. Production on the music video is wrapping up this month, and the album is coming to stores soon, and for you vinyl junkies out there, "I Need A Dollar" will be in stores on 12-inch in April. Stay tuned, more details coming soon.

Blacc describes himself as a musician. He has produced music in many genres from country and folk to hip-hop and dancehall. "Whatever I make depends on what instrument I choose to pick up at the time; the guitar usually brings something alternative out, while the keys direct me to a more soulful composition. Most times I just make some banging hip hop."

A So Cal native Aloe Blacc began his recording career as an MC back in 1995, when he joined up with hip-hop producer Exile to form the mainstay indie rap group, Emanon. A few years later, Aloe would stow away on a Lootpack European tour and become fast friends with Oh No a relationship which led to many fruitful collaborations as a solo artist.

These days, Aloe Blacc has evolved into a true Renaissance man. Recordings like his Latin cover of John Legends Ordinary People prove that not only can this multi-instrumentalist produce, rap and sing but he can flip it in Spanish, too. With an amazingly broad set of influences ranging widely from the acoustic guitar stylings of folk artist Cat Stevens, to the soul-stirring sounds of the Negro Spirituals, Aloe prides himself on the spectrum of his musical roots. His sound often forays into the digital R&B realm, but always grooves with a tinge of Latin and the pulse of hip-hop.

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Kid Cudi Talks About “How To Make It In America”

Posted on March 19, 2010

You might not recognize him without his beloved Cleveland hat on, but yes, that is Kid Cudi. Cudi recently sat down with HipHollywood to discuss the size of his role in"How to Make It in America," as well  as how he was approached by show creator Ian Edelman for his part.

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Episode 1.05 Soundtrack

Posted on March 17, 2010

The set list for episode 1.05 - Big In Japan

  • The Knux - "Floozy"
  • Lee Fields & The Expressions - "Money I$ King"
  • Mem Shannon - "No Religion"
  • Large Professor - "I Juswanna Chill"
  • Daniel Lenz - "Sly Fox"
  • Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros "I Come In Please"
  • Bronski Beat - "Smalltown Boy"
  • Tim Hanauer - "Go"
  • Ducksauce - "aNYway"
  • Missing Persons - "Destination Unknown"
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Rasta Monsta Hustle

Posted on March 17, 2010

Luis Guzman and his Rasta Monster hustle has been stealing the show on "How to Make It." Originally signed on as a supporting actor, Guzman's character Rene has quickly become a favorite among viewers.  Help support Rene in his attempt to peddle Rasta Monster and become a fan of the Rasta Monster Facebook Page

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Nylon Tv Goes On Set With “How To Make It”

Posted on March 17, 2010

Nylon TV visited the set of "How to Make It in America" a few months back and caught up with lead actors Bryan Greenberg and Victor Rasuk. They give a quick tour of the set, and give their best Luis Guzman impersonation... Taste like fruit punch. pero spicy.

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“Unhappy Birthday” Inside The Episode

Posted on March 8, 2010

HBO takes an inside look into "Unhappy Birthday," episode 4 of "How to Make It in America. Again commentary is from Ian Edelman and Mark Walhberg. The episode was released early onto HBO's website as well as HBO On Demand for what was most likely a preemptive strike against lining up against the Oscars. Following the Twitter airwaves and the shows hashtag (#howtomakeit), fans seem to think its the best episode yet. Many of the shows story lines are coming together, including the emergence of David Kaplan (Eddie Kaye Thomas).

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Episode 1.04 – Soundtrack

Posted on March 4, 2010

The set list for episode 1.04 - Unhappy Birthday

  • Otis Redding - "Pain In My Heart"
  • Jeremih - "Birthday Sex"
  • Aqua - "Aqua Reggae"
  • The Diplomats of Solid Sound - "Soul Connection"
  • Skye Lewin - "Beef Stew"
  • Schoolly D - "Gucci Time"
  • Master Source - "Mexico Mi Amor"
  • Mary Jane Girls - "All Night Long"
  • Master Source - "La Chipapenecas"
  • Lord Tariq and Peter Gunz - "Deja Vu"
  • The Migs - "Muchacha Number Three"
  • Dennis Edwards - "Don't Look Any Further"
  • Teddy Pendergrass - "Love T.K.O."
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Episode 1.03 – Soundtrack

Posted on March 3, 2010

The set list for episode 1.03 - Paper, Denim + Dollars.

  • Tenor Saw - "Ring The Alarm"
  • Shirley Ellis - "Soul Time"
  • Iyeoka - "The Yellow Brick Road Song"
  • Talib Kweli - "Get By (Instrumental)"
  • A.R.E Weapons - "F What You LIke"
  • Beck - "Soul Of A Man"
  • White Denim - "Shake Shake Shake"
  • Sharon Jones - "This Land Is Your Land"
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Watch Episode 4 Right Now

Posted on March 2, 2010

HBO has released the 4th episode of "How to Make It in America."  The episode titled "Unhappy Birthday," can be seen on HBO on Demand, or via the HBO website." This is the first episode that HBO has leaked online since the pilot made its debut a week before its official Valentines Day premiere. The episode revolves around Rachael's birthday party and features a lot of face time for David Kaplan. Viewers will probably find this the best episode yet, since there is less character/plot development and more "party" scenes, which people tend to like. David Kaplan finally gets his shot to get into Avenue. Make sure you tune in to see how he handles it.

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