This three part series of Absolut Vodka ads by marketing genius Zach Galifianakis is probably the most awkward way to promote your product, ever.

In just two short days, David Banner will be performing at Knitting Factory in NYC on Friday, July 18th at 8:30 PM for one of those special MySpace Release Shows you’ve always wanted to go to. His new album, modestly-titled “The Greatest Story Ever Told”, was released yesterday. From the press release:

Putting Jackson, Mississippi, on the map, David Banner is more than simply a musical artist and actor. Having spent his days since Hurricane Katrina helping out in philanthropic efforts to rebuild the region, David Banner is now ready to properly follow up his widely-received 2005 album “Certified” with a set of fiery tracks synonymous with his name. Featuring guest shots from the likes of Lil Wayne, Akon, Chris Brown, Snoop Dogg and Chamillionaire, “The Greatest Story Ever Told” is a piece of social commentary expressing Banner’s passionate viewpoints, his recent experiences, and the type of heartache he’s endured over the past few years.

Maino will be opening. Early wristband pick-up for the performance will begin at 7 p.m. on July 17 on a first come, first served basis. And now, for some fun facts about David Banner:
Real name: Levell Crump
Age: 35
He’s pretty much done everything from acting to music production to rapping to modeling and owning a record label. Much of his recent time has been donated to the region affected by Hurricane Katrina. He takes his stage name “David Banner” from the lead character in the 70’s and 80’s cartoon “The Incredible Hulk”.

There’s a few new morsels over on the front page for your perusal, including Spencer Rouse’s rundown of the 2008 High Sierra Festival up in them thar hills, and reviews of the new French Kicks, and Street Dogs records. While you’re there, why don’t you go ahead and enter some of our goddamn contests too? DO IT.

Hip-hop electro Hollywood duo LMFAO are causing some issues on YouTube. LMFAO is made up of Redfoo and Sky Blu. These boys love the ladies, partying all day and clubbing all night. Their video was banned from YouTube but you can watch it here! Guess the naked twister was a little too much?

I’M IN MIAMI BITCH

The tracklist for Rock Band II has been leaked. The complete “Set List” features over 100 songs and bonus tracks. Rock Band wants to include over 500 songs by the end of the year by classic, new and developing artists. Some artists on the game are AC/DC, Bob Dylan, Interpol, Pearl Jam, Paramore, Rise Against and Guns N’ Roses.

• After 14 years since Guns N’ Roses last official music release, Axl Rose selects Rock Band 2 to debut official new track “Shackler’s Revenge” from the highly-anticipated album Chinese Democracy.

• Rock Band 2 is the first and only video game to feature the music of AC/DC. It includes their epic rock anthem, “Let There Be Rock.”

• For the first time ever, music from American music icon, Bob Dylan, is featured in a video game with “Tangled Up In Blue.”

• Rock Band 2 will feature backwards compatibility with all Rock Band downloadable music content released to date.

• Owners of the original Rock Band will have the ability to export most of the Rock Band disc tracks and upgrade them into Rock Band 2 gameplay-the first time ever in videogame history!

• With ongoing weekly DLC releases including individual tracks, track packs and full albums, the Rock Band music library will feature more than 500 songs by year’s end!

A Mexican version of Craigslist is the place to find a discreet, professional hitman. There are tons of hitmen for hire so you can have your pick of the crop! Hitmen, or “sicarios”, have been offering their services on the site and it is not uncommon in Mexico. In 2008 alone, the sicarios have been responsible for 2000 killings. Below are some actual, REAL postings.

“Assassin ex-military professional and discreet. Work guaranteed in 10 days or less. Have worked in Spain. $6,000. Serious requests only” and gives a hotmail address as a contact.

“Problems with a certain person? Do you want me to solve it? Write to me. 100% professional, we don’t take money in advance.”

“I need to contact a killer for a probable contract in the DF (Federal District of Mexico) must be reliable. it is a simple job.”