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For Sergio “Checo” Perez, Mexican Pride Was Vital for His F1 Las Vegas Race
For most, we see sports players as heroes, largely due to their training efforts, accomplishments on the field, what we're presented on TV or live, etc. We see their celebrations, and we get a glimpse at their behind-the-scenes drama. What we can't see however, is the turmoil and mental stress they must go through before they helmet up. Their training is far from just physical – we can't conceptualize the emotional and even spiritual anguish these competitors have to endure.But hours before his Formula 1 race, we spoke with Sergio "Checo" Perez and a quote stuck with us, solidifying what makes world class athletes who they are:"I can’t wait to get out there."Naturally, the conversation was not just that key line of fervor. Checo – who has now clinched his position as #2 in the 2023 F1 Gran...
For Sergio “Checo” Perez, Mexican Pride Was Vital for His F1 Las Vegas Race
For most, we see sports players as heroes, largely due to their training efforts, accomplishments on the field, what we're presented on TV or live, etc. We see their celebrations, and we get a glimpse at their behind-the-scenes drama. What we can't see however, is the turmoil and mental stress they must go through before they helmet up. Their training is far from just physical – we can't conceptualize the emotional and even spiritual anguish these competitors have to endure.But hours before his Formula 1 race, we spoke with Sergio "Checo" Perez and a quote stuck with us, solidifying what makes world class athletes who they are:"I can’t wait to get out there."Naturally, the conversation was not just that key line of fervor. Checo – who has now clinched his position as #2 in the 2023 F1 Gran...
The Purity of Wu-Tang Clan’s ‘36 Chambers,’ 30 Years Later
30 years ago, the Wu-Tang Clan — a group of young men from Staten Island — came together to deliver a hip-hop album entitled Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers). Named after a class of Chinese martial arts, the group’s debut project was brimming with stories from their “native land” of Shaolin. RZA, GZA, Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Raekwon the Chef, Method Man, Ghostface Killah, Masta Killa, Inspecta Deck and U-God told Shaolin tales of violence, drugs and incarceration over sinister, piano-ladened beats that were significantly more aggressive than the melodic West Coast sound that was prevalent in hip-hop at the time.RZA remembers that time well, but being asked to describe the energy of 36 Chambers causes him to pause in thought. “Determination with intention. Intended determination, not blind determ...
The Odyssey Ai-ONE: Can Machine Learning Make You a Better Golfer?
AI is coming for us all, writers, accountants and teachers included. In fact, not even golf club designers are safe these days. It was four years ago that Callaway first introduced artificial intelligence into its clubs with the Flash Face, and now the brand has once again made the leap to bring machine learning to its Odyssey putters. This is the Ai-ONE line, and it’s all the rage in the golf industry right now. Naturally, we had to find out why first hand.It may come as no surprise that reviewing a putter during November in the Northeast is a bit more difficult than it sounds. Our first attempt was met with a dismissive laugh from the golfing gods, who served up freshly aerated greens at a course in Connecticut. Hardly the ideal conditions for giving a new putter a proper test run. We’re...
The Odyssey Ai-ONE: Can Machine Learning Make You a Better Golfer?
AI is coming for us all, writers, accountants and teachers included. In fact, not even golf club designers are safe these days. It was four years ago that Callaway first introduced artificial intelligence into its clubs with the Flash Face, and now the brand has once again made the leap to bring machine learning to its Odyssey putters. This is the Ai-ONE line, and it’s all the rage in the golf industry right now. Naturally, we had to find out why first hand.It may come as no surprise that reviewing a putter during November in the Northeast is a bit more difficult than it sounds. Our first attempt was met with a dismissive laugh from the golfing gods, who served up freshly aerated greens at a course in Connecticut. Hardly the ideal conditions for giving a new putter a proper test run. We’re...
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off Creators on Making Mammoth Changes: “It Felt Like the Only Way to Do It”
Don't read this until you've finished watching one of the boldest TV adaptations of the year. Scott Pilgrim Takes Off Creators on Making Mammoth Changes: “It Felt Like the Only Way to Do It” Liz Shannon Miller
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off Creators on Making Mammoth Changes: “It Felt Like the Only Way to Do It”
Don't read this until you've finished watching one of the boldest TV adaptations of the year. Scott Pilgrim Takes Off Creators on Making Mammoth Changes: “It Felt Like the Only Way to Do It” Liz Shannon Miller
Song of the Week: The Smile Are Watching on “Wall of Eyes”
Other standout tunes came from Shaina Hayes, Allie X, Danny Brown, and more. Song of the Week: The Smile Are Watching on “Wall of Eyes” Jonah Krueger
Best New Tracks: André 3000, Drake, Lil Wayne x 2 Chainz and More
As the week in music comes to a close, Hypebeast has rounded up the best projects for the latest installment of Best New Tracks.This week’s lineup is led by André 3000, Drake and Lil Wayne with 2 Chainz, who released the projects New Blue Sun, Scary Hours 3 and Welcome 2 ColleGrove, respectively. Also joining this selection are offerings from Danny Brown, Shygirl, No Guidnce, Daniel Noah Miller and CyHi Da Prynce with Pusha T.André 3000 - New Blue SunAndré 3000's New Blue Sun is a dream come true for many. The eight-track album marks his first album in 17 years and his debut solo studio effort, and although it doesn't come with the raps that fans expected it to, the instrumental record is the next step into 3 Stacks' creative evolution.Listen: Spotify | Apple MusicDrake - Scary Hours 3Drak...
The Acura Integra Type S Is the Tuner Culture’s Car, Matured
Everyone grows up, it's inevitable. Our tastes change, our needs change, our perspectives change. But do we change as a whole? That's subjective, as you can take the "tuner" out of the scene, but you can't take the... well you know how that goes.Acura rolled out the Integra Type S earlier this year to mixed reviews, most saying it's too little too late, or blasphemous to add two additional doors – the Integra name has always been a coupe. Others were iffy about it, drawing too close of a comparison to the car to which it's based: the Honda Civic Type R FL5. However, after we spent a good amount of time – and miles – with it, the Type S makes a lot of sense.For our latest Test Drive, we took the Acura Integra Type S on a 524-mile excursion to the Integra's origins – Las Vegas' annual haven ...
Hypeart Visits: Maceo Eagle’s Paintings Are a Celestial Cosmic Dance
Maceo Eagle's studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, is a luminous retreat that breathes life into his artistic endeavors. Bathed in sunlight streaming through generous windows, this space serves as a sanctuary where creativity thrives. At the heart of it all, a meticulously organized desk stands adorned with an array of watercolor materials, poised for Eagle's meticulous touch. Jars of pigments and an assortment of brushes populate this space, a testament to his dedication to the craft. Here, Eagle meticulously brings his visions to life, delicately weaving intricate details into each stroke, imbuing his artworks with a sense of meticulous precision.Around the studio, canvases adorned with a mesmerizing fusion of biological and futuristic elements stand as visual narratives in progress. Each can...
Hypeart Visits: Maceo Eagle’s Paintings Are a Celestial Cosmic Dance
Maceo Eagle's studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, is a luminous retreat that breathes life into his artistic endeavors. Bathed in sunlight streaming through generous windows, this space serves as a sanctuary where creativity thrives. At the heart of it all, a meticulously organized desk stands adorned with an array of watercolor materials, poised for Eagle's meticulous touch. Jars of pigments and an assortment of brushes populate this space, a testament to his dedication to the craft. Here, Eagle meticulously brings his visions to life, delicately weaving intricate details into each stroke, imbuing his artworks with a sense of meticulous precision.Around the studio, canvases adorned with a mesmerizing fusion of biological and futuristic elements stand as visual narratives in progress. Each can...
