Archive for April, 2006

Google Picks

Friday, April 14th, 2006

We’re like the Easter bunny… we give you treats.

This week’s (April 7 - April 13) Google Picks:

1. Easter Cards
Create easy Easter cards for your family & friends.

2. Easter Bonnet Spring Fashions Newsreel and Stock Footage
Bonnets that spring, sprang, sprung.

3. Passover Noir
Winner of the 2006 New York Jewish Student Film Festival short

4. Michael Jackson - Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough
A classic video from the “King of Pop.”

5. Say Nothing
Watch a short mockery film of “Say Anything.”

6. Mitch Albom/The Five People You Meet in Heaven
Meet Mitch Albom who sold millions of his book, “Tuesdays with Morrie.”

7. Zzyzx
A modern-day thriller taking place along Highway 15.

8. Sopranos Tour NJ
Take a tour of the real life “Sopranos” locations.

9. Kung Fu HD
The greatest action heroes and wickedest villains, all in 1 minute.

10. How Baseball Works
Dropping science on the bat, ball, and glove.

11. The Da Vinci Code First Full Length Trailer
Coming to theaters worldwide on May 19th.

12. VideoSource Alaska
Discover Alaska rich history and vivid landscapes

13. Spring Cleaning Tips
This spring get organized and de-clutter.

14. Iraq Anniversary
Revisiting Operation Iraqi Freedom, 3 years later.

15. Matzah: What’s Up With It? A Matzah Documentary for Passover by Jono
Walk through an authentic matzah bakery.

Highlight: Invasion

Thursday, April 13th, 2006
Missed an episode of ABC’s television show “Invasion”? Or want a good summary on what the series is about? Google Video will catch you up…

Calling all sci-fi lovers, you’ll probably want to see this…
5 min 25 sec

Click here to watch “Invasion Catch Up Part 1 - Dave”
What exactly happened after the hurricane? All I can tell you is that it has something to do with aliens who really like water…
1 min 39 sec
Click here to watch “Invasion Catch Up Part 2 - Mariel”

Highlight: Martial Arts Videos

Wednesday, April 12th, 2006

To help improve your ninja skills…

“Everybody was kung-fu fighting…”
1 hr 20 min 36 sec

Click here to watch Sister Street Fighter

This video from TVNET.net tells the story of martial arts phenomenon Bruce Lee. Starting with his training as a youth to his rise to international stardom, this video will give you a glimpse into the life of a master.
1 hr 30 min 24 sec

Click here to watch “The Man The Myth”

Highlight: Heroes

Tuesday, April 11th, 2006

From fighting fires to saving lives, videos of real-life superheroes…

Hot shots of firefighting action from the series Beyond The Yellow Tape. These clips cover major fires in Indianapolis IN, Wilmington DE, and Miami FL. (Description provided by content owner)
3 min 45 sec

Click here to watch “Firefighting: The Extreme”

The ride along occurs during one of the worst snow storms in Delaware history. (Description provided by content owner)
3 min 40 sec

Click here to watch “Helicopters: Trooper-Four”

Chesca Media Group presents a film by Lou Angeli. This is a 9/11 documentary with merit, as it reveals many untold stories of life and death at Ground Zero. The 5th anniversary version coming to theaters on 9/11/06. (Description provided by content owner)
3 min 19 sec

Click here to watch 9/11: Answering The Call: Ground Zero’s Volunteers

New Releases Monday

Monday, April 10th, 2006

Striving to make your Monday more entertaining with what’s new on Google Video:

Dirrrty “Pop” from Sony BMG Music…
3 min 57 sec - $1.99
Beyoncé and beau Jay-Z are “Crazy in Love” in this music video…
3 min 55 sec - $1.99

Get “Rowdy Rowdy” with 50 Cent…

Google Picks

Friday, April 7th, 2006

Videos to get you through gray weather…

This week’s (March 31 - April 6) Google Picks:

1. Click here to watch Top Ten Accident Prone Foods
Don’t be caught in a sticky situation.

2. Click here to watch Penn & Teller on Golf: Sand Trap
A magical sand shot that would make any golfer envious.

3. Click here to watch Basic Instict 2 Trailer
Starring Glenn Close in the anticipated sequel.

4. Click here to watch Protecting Seals: Paul McCartney
Animal rights activist Paul McCartney speaks out against seal hunts.

5. Click here to watch Invasion
Dave Groves introduces us to the city of Homestead, Florida.

6. Click here to watch Yo!TV45
A look at the City of Sin through innocent eyes.

7. Click here to watch Michael Chapman: “Taxi Driver”: Martin Scorsese, Paul Schrader & Robert De Niro
A behind the scenes peek at Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro

8. Click here to watch Ronaldinho - Joy
Ronaldinho: then and now.

9. Click here to watch Felicity Huffman and Brady Bunch Mashup
Felicity Huffman shares the spotlight with Carol Brady, June Cleaver, and Lily Munster.

10. Click here to watch 3 Hippy Goumet: Episode 73
From Pisa to Pizza!

11. Click here to watch America in Space - The First Decade 1968
A 10-year history of NASA’s role in the exploration of space.

12. Click here to watch Preview the 2006 Masters - The Golf Channel
Preview the 2006 Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Georgia

13. Click here to watch BEASTIE BOYS SHINE IN MOVIE UNDER NYC PRESSURE
The Beastie Boys talk shop about their latest movie.

14. Click here to watch 7 Mahatma Gandhi : Film : MAHATMA - Life of Gandhi (1947-1948, Part 13 of 14)
Explore the critical years of Gandhi’s leadership between 1947 - 1948.

15. Click here to watch Google Current Hacker Diet
Dishing the latest search on jeans and fad diets.

Highlight: Debates and Solar-Powered Cars

Thursday, April 6th, 2006

Two championships from CSTV that you’ve probably never seen before…

In the National Collegiate Debate Championship, it’s all about the evidence, the quality, and the speed of your words…
1 hr 12 min 56 sec - $4.99

Click here to watch “2005 National Collegiate Debate Championship”

The vehicles look out of this world! Come witness the world’s longest solar-powered car race, here on Google Video.
46 min 41 sec - $4.99

Click here to watch “International Collegiate Solar Car Championship”

Highlight: LeBron vs Dwyane

Wednesday, April 5th, 2006

Basketball doesn’t get any better than this…

The impressive game between LeBron James and Dwyane Wade made hardcore fans remember the battles between Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. If you missed the action or just want to relive the moments that make basketball what it is, you’ll find the April 1, 2006 Cavaliers verses Heat game here, on Google Video.
2 hr 30 min 39 sec - $3.95

Click here to watch “Cavaliers-Heat - Apr 1, 2006″

Kobe Bryant does it again and scores 43 points against Houston’s Rockets in an exciting game April 2, 2006.
2 hr 18 min 2 sec - $3.95

Click here to watch “Lakers-Rockets - Apr 2, 2006″

It’s Utah’s Jazz against Portland’s Trail Blazers. I’m not going to tell you who wins. Find out for yourself, here on Google Video.
2 hr 9 min 25 sec - $3.95

Click here to watch “Jazz-Blazers - Apr 1, 2006″

Highlight: The 80’s

Tuesday, April 4th, 2006

Old school…

There’s no doubt that the well-choreographed “Thriller” was one of the highlights of Michael Jackson’s amazing career. Thanks to Sony BMG, you can experience the King of Pop’s sensational voice and dance moves again, here on Google Video.
Before we even heard of the Backstreet Boys and N*Sync, the New Kids on the Block boys were serenading female hearts left and right. Reminisce with “You’ve Got It (The Right Stuff).

Get 2 No U

Monday, April 3rd, 2006

(guest blog post by MC Hammer, video featuring JD Greer and Pleasure Ellis)

Get 2 No U is a song from the Look3X (Look, Look, Look) digital music project. The emotions expressed in the song are meant to convey the thoughts of three grown men who are looking for that special lady. In each verse he conveys his qualifications and willingness to do whatever it takes to please the woman of his dreams. He is willing to do “all tricks” if she “speaks it from her lips.” This willingness is possible only if he gets to know her. He seeks commitment, romance and sensitivity.

This video is meant to capture the night these three men go out looking for that new special love. The brilliant colors enhance the sexiness and warmth of the club. The high fashion of the mink coats, Gucci shoes and diamonds reflect the style and personality of the men. In short, they are dressed to impress. JD Greer (in the white coat) is a pure crooner. Vocals flow out of him effortlessly. He sang his signature parts in one take. He has crazy range and a deep passion in his vocal tones. A life of hurt and pain has rewarded him with a depth of emotion and sincerity in his singing. His (JD Greer’s) new album, is “For the Lover in U.” He will keep the mood right on those gorgeous summer and beautiful fireside winter nights.

Pleasure Ellis, the other powerful and soulful singer in this video, will likewise invoke memories of great singers of a forgone era. Many compare his album to early Michael Jackson records. It’s haunting when U hear him on songs like, “She’s Hurting Me” and “Bedroom Eyes” — both are destined to be classic songs. “Get 2 No U” is the first video from the, “Look Lounge Community” in the Look3X social network. While the song and video are great romantic and melodic sounds and visuals, the video is also the launching pad for two very important artists for years to come in the music industry. So dim the lights, get warm and get to know someone.

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Thoughts Behind the Look Videos

What a good feeling to see that everywhere I look, no matter what name they put on it, every body’s dancing! In the Bay Area we “goin’ dumb,” “thizz’n,” and gettin’ “hyphy.” In LA they “krump’n” and gettin’ “buck.” The dirty South they doin the “snap dance.” The west coast dances have evolved from the emotions and culture of the environment.

Through the dance of life we can communicate, embrace and understand one another. The dance brings us closer together. I purposely released the first videos from my upcoming album, “Look, Look, Look”(Look3x) as organized pandemonium rather than a choreographed music video. It reflects the times and mind frame. In the freedom that is free style dance is where I see the real you. I love to let the art of the dance be spontaneous. There is no wrong move. Do you. We “goin’ dumb”. Just express yourself. Get it out.

I will bridge the gaps through music, video, blogs, melody and dance. We will communicate one with another. There will be communities to support the four chapters that make up the “Look3X” digital music project.

-MC Hammer

P.S. For more on the creation of the Look videos, visit my blog, and be sure to check out my other videos.