Jeremih and Kid Cudi Talk About Why They Go Green

While Posting a story on Globalgrind.com, Checktheweather.net found out about a hot and fresh new site, Greenjar.net. Green Jar's website states it is an "environmental lifestyle networking site for the urban community". They feature hot new eco-friendly clothing and stories and partner with Island Def Jam records and The Source Magazine. Check out their interviews with Jeremih (sings the summer anthem Birthday Sex), and Kid Cudi (Day n' Nite) talking about how they "Go Green".





Jeremih, Kid Cudi and Greenjar.net seem to know about energy efficiency and conservation but do they know about what going "Green" really means for Communities of Color? Have they heard about the Waxman-Markey ACES Climate Bill. Ummm... we think not. Much respect for all but Checktheweather.net is on the grind ready to get them talking Green Justice not just Green merchandise. ;)

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New Music Tuesday: Dead Prez Goes Green for the People

Last week, Checktheweather.net got the opportunity to sit down with legendary rap duo, Dead Prez. You may remember them from songs like "It's Bigger Than Hip-Hop" and "Mind Sex". The dynamic Florida raised, Brooklyn based duo are back again with their latest album The Pulse of the People: Turn off the Radio Vol. 3. During our conversation with M1, we discussed the concept behind Pulse of the People and what makes it a "Green" Hip-hop album.

CTW:What was the concept behind The Pulse of People, What kind of vibe can listener's expect?

M1: we wanted to catch history being made at a moment we wanted to catch it from every angle. It is a checking of the pulse of the people at this time From Feel good songs, to hood songs, to Africa.


CTW: What are some of your favorite songs on the Album?

M1: I really love the Africa Hot song.The chorus is hot and on the hook we got people speaking in arabic and swahili. I also like Warpath we rap from the identity of police officers who murder and continue to murder Africans in our community it's like a rock song. Another song was Summertime, really like the vibe.


CTW: What makes this album a "Green" Album?

M1: Green in many ways not only are we using this as a way to know more about ourselves the concept of green in this country has not been made totally for the african community that's why we make songs like healthy. We also printed the album on recycled paper and included 5 hood reasons to "Go Green". 1 of the main reasons being because it's healthy. The album was also produced by our comrade DJ Green Lantern.


CTW: Where do you see this Green Movement going for people of color around the world?

M1:Well at this time I think we have to translate it. It should hit you from a emotional standpoint. But also from an economic aspect African people have to get on and see it as a way of economic development. Also how it relates to our general health that's why we die so soon. We have to really make it relevant because we are the ones being hurt the most. We need to use this as a way to open up avenues and make it work for working class people.

(editor's note: CTW had more questions but M1 had to dip to finish filming Dead Prez's new video which is sure to drop SOON. Check back with us soon for the update on this story)

Wanna hear a couple songs from the Album? Check it out below. Also visit Deadprez.com to buy the album and official Boss Up Merchandise.

Dead Prez Pulse of the People Teaser

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Checktheweather Live at Malcolm X Day Fest in DC

What are you doing this Saturday? Just chilling out drinking a cool glass of lemonade? Well if you are in DC then you should join Rev.Yearwood of Hip Hop Caucus, Jerome Ringo, checktheweather founder, Kari Fulton and many more at the Malcolm X Day fest at Oxon Run Park.
The event features live music, vendors, giveaways, yummy food vendors, face painting and more. The theme of this year's event is "From the Root to the Fruit" and will feature speakers and tabling on environmental justice and green jobs for the community.

Checktheweather will be live blogging at the event so if you can't make it out make sure you follow us at twitter/checktheweather to see how DC is having fun and hosting events for green justice!

For more info Check out the event planner's website at malcolmxday.org for more information.

The event is family friendly and easy to get to by metro or driving. It is right around the corner from the Congress Heights Metro station on the Green Line

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Howard U Student runs for Miss DC on Eco-platform

Amal-Bennett Judge, Howard University Junior and contributor on Checktheweather.net was recently highlighted in the Huffington Post and on Mother Nature Network.com

Bennett-Judge says she plans to continue running until she wins and makes it to the world-famous Miss USA pageant -- on a green platform. It's one of several big ways the college junior is pushing green initiatives in Washington, particularly at her school, Howard University, one of the nation's top historically black colleges. Howard has also landed on college fashion top 10 lists in recent years, and Bennett-Judge hopes to use that attention to make an impact on students.

To Check out the full article click on this link http://www.mnn.com/lifestyle/beauty-fashion/stories/natural-beauty

Don't forget to check the weather everyday for more stories and updates from Great and Green Leaders of Color like Amal.

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Glamour Magazine Honors 70 eco-women

Glamour Magazine Turned 70 years old this past April and honored 70 women leaders who are helping to create a better planet and cleaner environment. Some of the women featured include. The New (and first African-American) Head of The Environmental Protection Agency, Lisa Jackson, Actress Alicia Silverstone, Environmental Activist and Consultant Majora Carter, Energy Action Coalition Executive Director, Jessy Tolkan and Environmental Justice Activist and Co-Founder of the Weather Report, Kari "MsKGreen" Fulton. The Collectible 70th anniversary issue is on stands today. Hurry and grab your copy. Katie Holmes is on the Cover. for more visit

Check out the video of the shoot in Central Park!

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