Donald Glover

In my opinion, Donald Glover is one of the most accomplished and talented entertainers of our generation. As an actor, comedian, writer, rapper, and fashion icon, he is the model of the modern celebrity.

Glover’s time as an undergraduate at New York University was formative in shaping his career. While studying Dramatic Writing, he formed Derrick Comedy, a sketch comedy group, with whom he continues to produce zero-budget comedy shorts. In 2009, Derrick Comedy released their very own first feature-length film titled Mystery Team. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal in 2010, Glover described the film: “It was kind of a passion project we did with the money we made from our sketch comedy group. It’s kind of an Encyclopedia Brown-esque movie with these kids who are trying to solve a double murder."

While still a Resident Assistant at NYU, Glover began writing for NBC’s 30 Rock, a stint that virtually catapulted him into recognition within the comedy community.

Now, Glover stars alongside Joel McHale and Chevy Chase in Community, currently in its second season on NBC. In the show, he plays a washed-up high school football star who attends Greendale Community College and embarks on absurd adventures with his eccentric study group.

If that wasn’t enough of a resume for you, Glover also raps under the pseudonym Childish Gambino. Since 2008 he has put out three albums, two mixtapes, and two EPs. Rapping about his comedy career, relationships, and “general dopeness,” Childish Gambino has grabbed the interest of hipsters.



Armed with an attractive face, a talent for pure comedy, and an active Twitter account, Donald Glover is a force to be reckoned with.

Check out his blog I Am Donald, or if you’re really interested in seeing what he’s about, Childish Gambino will be performing in Los Angeles on April 27 at The Music Box.

Yahoo Bus Stop Derby in SF

San Francisco neighborhoods compete for a block party and OK Go concert.

Imported From Detroit

The way I see it, the Superbowl is divided into three equally exciting (or unexciting, depending on how American you really are) parts - The Game, The Ads, and The (increasingly disappointing) Halftime Show. I don't think many people would disagree with me here.

Though I admittedly didn't watch Superbowl XLV yesterday, I did spend some time watching the 2011 Superbowl Commercials that aired during the game and well, I was impressed. While I enjoyed the slapstick humor of Doritos' Pug Attack and the Audi's Escape from Prison, my favorite commercial of this year has to be Chrysler's featuring Detroit's baby, Marshall Mathers. Watch it in HD here.


While Eminem has always been known for revolutionizing pop music (and pop culture, for that matter), Chrysler has been known in recent history as, well, a has-been. In pairing Eminem with Chrysler, a proud image of Detroit emerges.

In the 1960’s, Detroit was a star – a flourishing motor industry and a vibrant musical culture (thanks mainly due to Motown Records). When we think of Detroit today, we think of deserted buildings, decrepit houses, and overworked factories. The commercial works towards re-envisioning this past. After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy a mere two years ago, Chrysler once stood as a definitive symbol of America's crumbling economic power. Now, with the help of Italian motor company Fiat, the automaker has been given a second chance at life. In an instance of "paying it forward," Chrysler paints a mighty portrait of the city that raised it.

Postmodern Babies

The Hood Internet is mashup heaven, and an instance where a lack of originality ought to be praised.

Introduction

"A while back, Dick, Barry, and I agreed that what really matters is what you like, not what you are like. Books, records, films – these things matter. Call me shallow, it’s the fucking truth."

- High Fidelity (Stephen Frears, 2000)