When Is A Lingerie Ad Too Sexy?

Before I do anything else today, I have to throw an SSD flag immediately. In this particular situation, "Erase the hype and uncover the truth" has become an understatement, seriously...

Apparently the new commercial for Lane Bryant was deemed to sexy for TV so the TV executives banned it from network television. I find that odd especially when Kim Kardashian can "sexify" a Carl's Jr. Salad and Audrina Patridge can basically make love to a burger on the beach in their own respective commercials with no problems.

Don't get me wrong, I am always cool with beautiful women selling products, but honestly with all the material we are desensitized by and exposed to daily, how can the networks even consider deeming this particular commercial too sexy over any of the others.

Wait, is it because this model in the commercial doesn't have a "name" like Kim Kardashian, Audrina Patridge or the "GO DADDY Model"? Money does talk over everthing so getting a celebrity to be the spokesperson can change things.

However, I will say the Lane Bryant model is wearing the exact same article of clothing Kim and Audrina wore, basic lingerie or a bikini (phsssish i.e. Bra and Panties) on TV.

Its ironic how the Lane Bryant ad gets the boot while the others stay in continuous rotation.

I actually am kind of ticked off about this because after all this time, it STILL shows how the "people in power" choose what is "acceptable" as well as use another way to control and determine the definition of Beauty.

I think I know the real reason they chose not to show the ad. I don't think it has anything to do with it being too sexy or the fact that she's not a celebrity wearing lingerie on television.

Lane Bryant is a store for plus-sized women, most with curves and I believe the networks REALLY tried to hide the sexy side of a curvy woman, as in saying curvy women can't be sexy or curvy women SHOULDN'T be sexy.

SSD!

Every woman is sexy in her own way. And for the networks to shut this down by saying its too sexy when its on the same lines as the other ads is just a travesty.

*sidenote... I think curvy women are sexy and the fact that she has that blackberry curve is even more of an attraction.. Ha! Curvy business women are all right in my book.

Either way see for yourself and tell me your thoughts.

Lane Bryant Commercial

The funny thing is that this commercial is getting more exposure now that its been banned then it probably would have if it would have ran its original TV course. Way to go network television. #Fail again for TV. Winner for Internet! ha...

and you know what I say... #teamblackberry baby!

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* www.crackberry.com

*www.LaneBryant.com

Ciara - Ride featuring Ludacris

I was ALMOST at a loss of words when I saw this video simply because if anyone has ever said Ciara fell off, I think she might have literally punched them in the face, stepped on top of them with the 6's and pop and locked her way to her rightful position with this home run.

I personally have been a Ciara fan since "Goodies", so to see new, refined, but still CiCi material just gets me amped.

Being a hobbyist, yet seasoned dancer myself, I always enjoy a good routine. CiCi doesn't hold back either. By watching her get those steps right on point makes me wanna tweet DJ Ironic or DJ BirdyBird on Twitter right now to have my song ready for when I step in the club!

Ciara's Ride video proves that sometimes you may get lost and caught up in the "hype" but if you ever happen to doubt yourself, go back to what made you "YOU", in essence your roots and everything will fall in place.

In my opinion, by being raw, edgy and in yo FACE, This video is actually amazing to me.

What I have learned is to not ponder on what others think of you, and let your BASIC INSTINCTS and heart lead you to where you need to be.

Ciara - Ride featuring Ludacris Video

Drake - Over (The Video)

The moment we have been waiting for has finally come. Drake's first single Over has an official video to go along with the song.

I think that Drake is going to really do great things for himself as an artist, as well as for the art form known as music.

For the most part, Drake has continuously shown great improvement on each song released. I am anxious for his debut album Thank Me Later, scheduled for a June 15Th release.

Anyway, check out the video directed by Anthony Mandler.

Drake - Over

RIP Guru...

After a year long fight with cancer, I am sad to say Keith Elam better known as Rap Legend Guru has passed away. Talk about a mouth dropper, I have been fact checking all night to find out if its true.

According to DJ Premier's blog, the rap pioneer passed away April 19Th. Along with DJ Premiere, Guru was a member of the super rapper/producer duo Gangstarr.

Needless to say, Hip Hop has truly lost a legend.

I'm just bobbing my head with the hip hop sway, rocking back and forth, thinking, "thank you Guru for your infinite contribution to the lifestyle, movement and genre!"

R.I.P. to Keith "Guru" Elam (July 17, 1966 - April 19, 2010)

1 Year Anniversary of 207 & Float (Hardrock Hotel SD)

It seems lately Hardrock Hotel San Diego has kept it popping from week to week with the on going performances of chart topping artists.

Friday night was no different with Hardrock celebrating its 1 year anniversary by having a live performance by Busta Rhymes and a special DJ set by Mr. "Y'all know what this is" himself, Jermaine Dupri DJing on the turntables.

The energy was live and to be honest with you, San Diego has a lot in store for the summer and you can rest assured that I will be in the mix keeping you updated with that latest and greatest of the hotness!

As always keep it classy San Diego and congrats to 207/Float Hardrock Hotel!

View Photos Here...

Shannon Elizabeth & Iyaz At Hardrock

You know you're at the popping spot of the night when you see NFL probowlers, Hollywood celebrities and chart topping artists performing in the San Diego Gaslamp.

What's interesting is people have this preset idea about San Diego being a laid back, beach community, but at times the SOCAL element can really come out to play.

Recently, Shannon Elizabeth, (American Pie, That 70's Show) was hanging out with NFL players, Kassim Osgood, Kirk Morrison and Vincent Jackson to name a few for a night on the town.

Actually, Osgood called upon his celebrity friends to celebrate his last week in San Diego as a Charger after recently being signed to the Jacksonville Jaguars.

The night also engaged in a live performance from Iyaz performing his hit Like A Melody to go along with the festivities.

Now how about this little addition. Shannon was recently in Vegas for an appearance which happened to be my good friend @thatdudejuelz's birthday, but I couldn't make it do to me being sick that weekend.

I was really bummed about not being able to go to Vegas. I guess God knew this and brought the party to me. Also, this time around it was another good friend of mine @kalvinr's birthday so everything worked out.

I got to meet Shannon, I celebrated another friend's birthday and I was also working this event so I got paid to party!

The moral of the story is everything happens for a reason so keep working towards your goals because you never know when the opportunity you seek will fall in your lap.

Photos from Hardrock Here...