DubiousCraves: Nike Air Yeezys

I really don't like to promote people who have very little problem promoting themselves, but there is something beautiful and undeniable about the (fairly) new set of sneakers that are the product of a Nike and Kanye West collaboration.

Air Yeezys evoke a certain swagger and genius of design that's unparalleled.

Unfortunately, it's rather hard to find a pair at all in Charleston, so it would be in your best interest to make that trip to the source and cop a pair of your own: the Internet. Be careful, though. Just like custom-made Dunks, for every legitimate seller in the world, there are 100 more willing to swindle you out of your hard-earned cash without any remorse.

-BJW

DubiousSighting: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: 50 Years Cultural Ambassador to the World

There is much justice my words could even begin to do when it comes to describing the Alvin Ailey dance company’s performance. Unfortunately, the powers that be did not allow photography (flash or otherwise) during the show, so mere words will have to do.

What made the 8 p.m. performance so memorable was the fact that the audience was treated to a little something extra—or in theater terms, “Program B”—which meant the addition of an anniversary highlights video that chronicled the life and times of Mr. Ailey and his vision.

After the short video, we were treated to one of the most prolific dance performances to ever grace the Gaillard Auditorium stage. No exaggeration here, my friends, everything from choreography and lighting to the raw talent of each performer just shined with each leap across the stage and pirouette under the spotlight.

Revelations: "Wade in the Water"- Alvin Ailey Dance Theater Company.

The best segment of the night was definitely “Revelations”, easily the most famous all Ailey’s works. From start to finish, it lived up to every inch of its reputation, causing even those unfamiliar with Ailey’s accomplishments to stand up and cheer (much to my chagrin).

In the end, 50 Years… was the perfect way to round out this Memorial Day weekend. Every twist and turn was executed down to a tee. Unlucky are those who didn’t secure their seat for one of the few events that will undoubtedly define the 2009 Spoleto season.

-BJW

DubiousLive Television is a GO!

This is a milestone for the life of the DubiousOne!

Through the magic of Qik video (and jailbroken iPhones), I will now be able to bring you some of the most up-to-date information on everything you need to know about Charleston style, fashion, music, technology and more.

Granted, I will still try to be as active as possible with my writing and posting, but D.O. Live TV will become a new conduit for the bulk of my posts.

To stay current on the newest "eposides" of each week, be sure to follow me on Twitter via @gqbound. Any tweets that contain the hashtag, #qikbound, will let you know that I'm about to DO IT LIVE!

It's a new day, ladies and gentlemen. I hope you're ready!

-BJW

New Music Review: Asher Roth - "Asleep in the Bread Aisle"

Now that everyone is starting to come down from the high that was “I Love College”, Asher Roth fans can finally get a taste of what this college-aged rapper from the suburbs is all about. Asleep in…is, as expected, an eclectic and often hilarious album that falls somewhere between weekend keg bender and Afroman. With songs such as “Blunt Cruisin’” (a testament to the age-old practice of driving under the influence) and “Sour Patch Kids” (a playful, but poignant, jab at other underground rappers that leave an unpleasant taste in his mouth), there’s something out there for everyone.

Self-proclaimed “hip-hop purists” will tell you that Roth’s debut album is a dwarf in comparison to the unsigned material found on his Greenhouse Effect mixtape, but with support from artists such as Cee-Lo Green, Busta Rhymes, Jazze Pha and Keri Hilson, Roth will have no trouble proving critics wrong.

Produced mostly by Mr. Roth, Asleep in the Bread Aisle has become the perfect stepping stone for a modest, suburban kid from Philadelphia an opportunity to make him name known in the high-stakes world of mainstream hip-hop.

Listen Now: “Lark on My Go-Kart”, “Bad Day” and “I Love College”.

-BJW

DubiousCraves: Nike Dunk Hi from Suite Sole

When I first laid eyes on them last night the spring release party last night, I instantly fell short of breath.

So, I'll just let the good folks over at Suite Sole give you the lowdown on the freshest kicks for the spring season:

"Let's get straight to the point. We start you off with one of the sickest Dunk Highs we've carried since the store's opening. It's consists of a bright orange Kevlar material, with 3M reflective mesh woven in. The lighter orange swoosh has a subdued look, but works really well with these Dunks. The gum outsole/insole are the finishing touches on this must-have heater..."

Nuff said...

-BJW

New Music Review: Kid Cudi feat. Wale - "Is There Any Love?"

For the first time a while, I've come across a song that had to grow on me before I decided to accept it.

Kid Cudi seemed like he came out of nowhere, right? A combination of Kanye West, Pharrell Williams and...Dead Prez.

Is There Any Love? is a hauntingly beautiful song that gets to the grittiness of the Ohio-born rapper as he contests whether the hip-hop nation is ever going to give Cudi the recognition and respect that he and his comrades deserve.

Kid Cudi feat. Wale - "Is There Any Love?"/G.O.O.D Music

Now that he has signed with Kanye-owned labe, GOOD Music, it's now left up to time to tell whether he's going to shoot for the stars or crash and burn.

-BJW

DubiousHiadeus: Oh boy!

First, to all of my loyal readers/followers, I want to apologize for not keeping this little blog of mine in better condition than I have in the past.

It would be much more convenient for me to make a million and one excuses as to why I have failed to bring you the best of my sartorial musings, but that would be doing you a grave disservice, and I want nothing more than to see you happy.

With that said, be on the look out (i.e - the next few hours), for a whole new slew of all things Dubious, because for all those who know me, I aim to please.

It's just what I do,

-BJW