Archive for February, 2010
Design, Music, Releases

KidRobot x De La Soul


KidRobot and DeLaSoul have teamed up in honor of DeLaSoul’s 20th anniversary of their debut album “3 Feet High”. The collab is dropping 3 limited edition figurines emulating the trio in DeLaSoul. Each special edition figurine features each of DeLaSoul’s members, packaged in futuristic packaging. The De La Soul 3-Pack arrives at Kidrobot stores and online, on March 18th retailing for $50.

Sneakers, Summer '08

adidas Originals Stan Smith 80s CF OT-Tech Pack

adidas Originals has set out to earn their place in the hearts of cyclists and sneakerheads alike with the new Stan Smith 80s CF OT-Tech. Using simple yet sophisticated styles, adidas has created a pack of timeless sneakers that keep cyclists in mind. The OT-Tech Pack takes five of adidas’s most iconic models and redesigns them for the needs of cycling enthusiasts. Like other models from this pack, the recently released Stan Smith (pictured above) comes in a clean black and white colorway with blue accents. They are constructed from premium leather and feature a reinforced heel for added durability. The white velcro straps also provide a nice contrast against the dark leather while allowing the wearer to get in and out of the shoes easily.

Available now at in limited quantities at Mita Sneakers.

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Design

RMK Signature Series Fall 2010

RMK, has released images of their Signature Series for Fall 2010. Inspired by the roots of the ever-influential 20th century Rock n’ Roll, their collection provides a grunge and edge to our modern times. Check out their line at the images below. RMK’s Summer 2009 collection, is now available at Reserve.


Auto

Auto: Mercedes-Benz F800 Style research vehicle

The Mercedes-Benz F800 Style (not 600, not 700 but 800 model) research vehicle is showing the future of premium automobiles from a new perspective, as the five-seat premium sedan combines highly efficient drive technologies with unparalleled safety and convenience features and an emotive design idiom, which interprets current Mercedes-Benz styling in line with the brand’s hallmark attribute of refined performance. The F800 Style has a spacious interior full of intelligent seating, operating, and display concepts. Another unique feature of the large sedan is an all-new multi drive platform, which accommodates electric drives with fuel cells (enabling ranges of almost 375 miles) as well as the use of Plug-in Hybrids that can drive for up to 18 miles solely on electricity. Both variants of the F800 Style therefore make locally emission-free mobility possible at the level of a premium-class automobile, while at the same time being fully suited for everyday driving and providing a dynamic driving experience.

Not too much info or if this will ever hit the market but we’ll make sure to update you once we have more.


Auto

Auto: 2011 Lotus Elise (Super Charged)

Making its debut at the 80th International Geneva Motorshow, the 2011 model year Lotus Elise introduces a number of changes and improvements to maintain its class leading position. An evolution of the iconic Elise design, retaining the character and style, while offering a more planted, purposeful stance and a pure, contemporary look that links it to the Evora. The new 2011 Elise hits showrooms in April 2010.

MOre info and pics after the jump…

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Events

Ed Templeton & Emerica presents The Seconds Pass

Skateboarding legend turned artist/photographer, Ed Templeton, will be showcasing a collection of photographs he took, over a period of over 15 years from his world travels. Taken entirely from his car, the collection will be showcased at the Robert and Tilton Gallery in Los Angeles on Friday, February 26th at 6PM. The photographs will be a part of Ed Templeton’s new book, ‘The Seconds Pass.’ Cop them at Seems Books and shops carrying Emerica.

Product, Releases, Shopping, Skate

Supreme S/S 2010 preview

Supreme has just released pictures of the soon to be released Spring/Summer 2010 line. The collection ranges from basics like oxford and gingham shirts to chino and denim pants all the way to accessories and Nunchucks (yes, we said nunchucks). Right now the stores are closed in preparation of the release which happens Thursday, March 4th in NY/LA shops, Saturday, Marth 6th in Japan shops and Thursday, March 11th for the online store. Check the Supreme site for all of the colorways.

Check the pics after the jump…

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Music

AUDIO: We Are The World (Hip-Hop Remix)

Two weeks ago, someone came up with the bright idea of remaking  “We Are The World”…with rappers. While results were less than swaggalitious, we at Hood Newz (boo-yao!!) managed to swap a copy of an exclusive never before heard HIP-HOP REMIX of “We Are The World” and we must say,  this is how it SHOULD have sounded!!

This mix features Bollywood sensation, DJ Khaled, renowned vocalist, T-Pain, upstart producer, Dr. Dre, Police Man’s ball host, Rick Ross, baggy-jean enthusiast, Kid Cudi, Swedish singer, Akon, children book author, Young Jeezy, satanic worshippers, Bone-Thugs-Harmony, cardigan kingpin, Drake, rehab sponsor, DMX, yogi-maven, Eminem and Christopher “King Of NY” Walken.

Auto

Auto: Cigarette Team Racing 46′ AMG boat

As if the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG wasn’t enough, the Cigarette Racing team has created the 46′ AMG inspired boat, well more like race  car for the water. While each brand’s playground is as different as asphalt and water, both AMG and Cigarette use their racing expertise to develop high performance machines for passionate enthusiasts.

Hit the jump for more pics and info…

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Events, Spotlight

Spots: Mishka Echo Park grand opening

If you’re in LA today, Mishka is having the grand opening for their new LA shop in Echo Park. Store opens at 12pm.

Mishka
1547 Echo Park Ave
LA, CA 90027
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