Everyone’s done it, procrastinated to the point where you only have 10 minutes left before a final and all of a sudden you realize, that you just don’t got a chance, so now you got two options you can either, run a scam (defer, cheat, whatever) OR you can fail in style.

Running scams is all fun but sooner or later it catch’s up with you and you just get to the point where it doesn’t seem like its worth your while. These days I feel as though I’m just too old and can’t be bothered with the acting, and thinking involved in preparing a scam so I opt for option #2, (the lazy mans option no doubt), failing in style.

Now various ideas come to mind, you can walk in and walk out Walk in scream at the prof and walk out. You could just not show. The ideas are plenty, but all lack the creativity that would make them relevant and memorable, after all how many of us haven’t already seen someone air out a prof or teacher before.

So as I sit in here 10 minutes before my final exam I turn to YouTube to show me how its done. Although incredibly stupid this fool ranks high almost a prefect score when it comes to creativity. I figure if your going to fail there’s no better way to do it, other then to do it like this fool. (Note: Although creative personally this would just be embarrassing for me to do.)

I doubt I’d ever able to run that, and get applause or laughs. If anything the auditorium would clear out with screams of terror, thinking I’m some next suicide bomber. (Reminds me of the time in Cinci @ Lord of the Rings ;))Anyways got too think positive thoughts, I wonder who’s going to get fired tonight on Apprentice?..Chuloo time to bounce..

The playoffs officially get underway today, and lucky for me I’m only 2 exams away from actually being able to enjoy them. So as always its time to make my picks and here’s how I see it. Feel free to add your own in the comments, and we’ll see how close we are.

West Coast
San Antonio Vs Sacramento - San Antonio
Dallas Vs Memphis - Dallas
Denver VS LA Clipers - LA Clippers
Phoenix vs LA Lakers - Phoenix

East Coast
Detroit Vs Milwaukee - Detroit
Cleveland Vs Washington - Cleveland
New Jersey Vs Indiana - New Jersey
Miami Vs Chicago - Miami

No major surprises here. The Phoenix series should be the most fun to watch, and I wouldn’t put it pass Kobe to pull a game or two out of his back pocket, but I think he used up all his miracles by getting the Lakers this far. On the East, I’m going with the underdogs (Cleveland) who have a 1-3 record against Washington. Hopefully Lebron will be able to step it up big, and not disappoint.

Check out this Shabad sung by Bhai Tejinder Pal Singh Singh AKA Dhulla at the 1993 California Rainsahbiee.

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At about 30:09, someone sitting on stage or a little too close to an MD seems to let their tounge slip. Let this be a warning to all those sitting on and around the stage, becareful what you say, as you never know who may be recording and what site it may end up on. (Most likely the recording will go dead or be fixed, so listen to it and get it quick, before the Man, takes care of it.

If you never picked up on what I was talking about then check the recording below:

Need a study break? Check the following clip out from an improv comedy show thats reminicint of, Who’s Line Is It Anyways, just with a hip hop twist.

Basically the teams took two nursary rhymes and remixed them into Hip Hop joints. The first team is whatever, but thanks to Lil John the other teams rendition of London Bridge is too funny to pass up.

Note-UK readers may be offended, but shows from the States, not Canada, so hate them not us.

Being that its exam time, and the fact that I’m actually trying to study this time around, you may have noticed me ease away from the blogging, just a tad bit. However knowing that many of you come here to pass time when you’re bored, or taking a study break I thought I’d add the latest Kimbo video I came across.

For those who dont know, Kimbo’s a street fighter from Miami, and I posted some of his videos here before. (The earlier ones can be found here & here), who has earned quite the reputation largely due to his fights being posted up all over the internet.

I have no idea what the other fighter was thinking, trying to step up against Kimbo, and it was clear from the start he had no intention of even putting up a fight (whole time he’s backing off), but then again I can’t really blame him, but then again why step into the ring if you don’t plan on knocking the mans out?

Fights not all that, actually its pretty much a waste of time considering Kimbo dealt the guy in one punch, but then again you came here looking to pass some time, so hopefully that video did it for you. I think Kimbo needs to step into a real ring and face off against some real competitors, more fights with people like Gannon really do help put things into perspective.

Firstly, sareea’n Sangtaaan noo lukh lukh Vasakhi deea’n vadhayiaa’n. Hopefully every one had/is going to have a good day.

In the recent years, (well last 4) the launch of Shaheedi Immortality CD’s has become synonymous with Vasakhi, and something that I actually look forward to listening to.

I remember when the first CD dropped four years ago, everyone was into them. The mixes weren’t all that wonderful, but the concept was up there. Although the first CD left me grinning at the idea, the mixes grew annoying fast. Anyone who heard the first CD knows what I’m talking about. The instrumentals used were overplayed and had been remixed to death, so mixing them with Khavi’s didn’t really do the Khavta all that much justice. You also cant overlook the fact that more often then not the Khavta and beat didn’t even mix properly. Its like taking two things that sound good on there own, and then trying to force them together which doesn’t necessarily create a good end product.

None the less the seeds were laid, and the next two CD’s where phenomenal. The Khavta’s and beats complimented each other, the Khavta’s themselves were amazing, with Jagowale becoming a house hold name in youth circles who would have otherwise never cared to listen to Khavi’s before. All of a sudden it was cool again, it was relevant and people cared.

It was with that legacy of topping each CD prior that had me more anxious then ever to cop the latest CD, and I was pretty weary that maybe the bar had been set to high and I was expecting maybe to much, fortunately the crew in charge of compiling and making the disk, didn’t disappoint.

The new disk is a lot more mature, then the previous. There’s no doubt that that the topic of Shaheedi and Kurbani is a touching one, which moves even the hardest of Singhs. Even though many scoff at the idea that these heart wrenching Khavta’s are mixed with rap or even club instrumentals I think many of them will be surprised with the new release, while those who listen for beats may be disappointed.

The first track, Mukhon Satnaam Bolda, is a welcome change from the usual. Most of those who I’ve talked to about the CD thought the track was weak, but if you listen to the actual track and pay attention to what Khavi is talking about then you can only sit in awe as they describe Bhai Mati Das Ji’s Shaheedi and feel inspired by the love they held for Sri Guru Tegh Bahdaur Sahib Jee when they where sawn in half wishing only that there head fall to the feet of Guru Sahib. The way Tigerstyle mixed the track only helped to improve the emotion.

Mukhon Satnaam Bolda

Most people I’ve talked with thought the second track was up their, but I was pretty disappointed. This was a classic Jagowale hip hop remix, but the remix felt as stale as bread passed its expiry date. Like I said two good things being mashed together doesn’t guarantee a positive outcome. Maybe this had to do with the Khavta not being brand new, or maybe it just the sound quality, but it just didn’t gel, and if I was trump and this track was applying to be an apprentice, then it would have been fired.

The third track, Panjab Da Ghumaan, was again brilliant, and again like the first track no heavy instrumental was banging away, it was simply lyrical. As the title suggests this one was all about Punjab and the problems facing the once glorious province. From pakhandhi babay throwing on white dastaars and making a quick dollar, to the fall of the proud Damdami Taksal under Dhumma.. This track covered it all nashay, police, everything. Can’t wait to go home and play this for my cousins, and relatives, right before they get mashed, and get all Jatt Tipsy on me.

Tracks 4, 6 and 7, Reet Khalsa Di, Legend of Sukha and Jinda, and The Creator were all nice mixes, but didn’t do much for me, and nothing really stood out or inspired. The beats and Khavtas all flowed awesome, but nothing really stood out about these, they, just weren’t lyrical enough. Legend of Sukha and Jinda, was to much like a dance song and that really took away from the khavta. Even though all these mixed and it all worked mix and sound wise, they just didn’t work out in the end because they either lost the message or the message just wasn’t there.

Reet Khalsay Di

Legend of Jinda and Sukha

Chamakde Taare

Now track eight, Azaad Bibi Deep Kaur, was probably one of the top mix’s ever done. The lyrics painted the picture, told the story and just took you back in time, with the beat doing exactly what its supposed to do, compliment the lyrics. Probably one of the finest mix of lyrics and instrumentals on the entire CD. Jagowale really picked up the slack with this one as did the Immortal Productions crew.

Azaad Bibi Deep Kaur

The closing track was dedicated to Sahib Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji, and their Kurbani. The lyrics were nice, but again they didn’t really take me back or paint any clear picture, and just didn’t take you there emotionally.

Anyways overall the CD is worth supporting, after all, all funds go back into various community seva’s and youth initiatives, so its well worth the mere few dollars or pounds the Sevadaars are asking for it. Although many Singhs may not appreciate the entire concept or even the CD itself, I really think those coming new or coming into Sikhi will enjoy, and learn something with this, so grab a CD if not for you, get it for a younger cousin, friend whoever.