Archive for October, 2010
Fall 2010, Product, Releases, Shopping, Spotlight, featured

FLüD x Joell Ortiz: The Limited Edition YAOWA Watch

Today is the official drop date for the Yaowa Big BenFLüD watches’ limited edition collab with Joell Ortiz. Retailing for $100, it’s available exclusively at www.joellortiz.com and on Joell’s 28-city tour that kicked off on Thursday, 9/30. Featuring three interchangeable straps, including a stainless steel mesh, a black leather band and black silicone band, the watch is limited to only 50 pieces worldwide.
FLüD watches is now synonymous with creating a dope product. Since the Joell Ortiz name always guarantees dope music, it was only natural that Joell and FLüD  team up to bring fans the limited edition YAOWA BIG BEN WATCH.
Featuring three interchangeable straps (Stainless Steel Mesh, Black Leather Band and a Black Silicone band), this watch is limited to only 50 pieces worldwide.
Specs:
- Water resistant to 3ATM

- 48mm in size

- Luminous hands

- Perpendicular YAOWA logos on dial

Fall 2010, Interviews, Music, Spotlight, featured

Converse Announces Details For Two Original Collaborative Tracks By Iconic British Artists

Converse continues its commitment as a catalyst for freedom of expression and underlines the iconic footwear brand’s longstanding connection with music by shining a spotlight on the incomparable British music scene. On October 6th, Converse will release the first of two original musical collaborations featuring Bernard Sumner from Bad Lieutenant, New Order and Joy Division, Alexis Taylor and Joe Goddard (Hot Chip) and Hot City, followed by the release of the accompanying music video on November 2nd. The second track, featuring legendary musician Graham Coxon of Blur, Paloma Faith and Bill Rider Jones, formerly of the Coral, will be released next January. Both tracks will be available to music fans globally via free download at www.converse.co.uk and authorized Converse websites around the world.

The UK music scene is recognized globally for its pioneering and unparalleled creative influence,” said Geoff Cottrill, Chief Marketing Officer of Converse. “We wanted to create a platform to celebrate this, from the icons of British music talent to the more emerging artists. We are extremely excited about what we have in store for the next 12 months for Converse fans worldwide. Bernard Sumner is an extraordinary talent at the heart of British music and by collaborating with kindred spirits Alexis and Joe from Hot Chip and up-and-coming visionaries Hot City, this was the perfect way to kick-off the campaign.”

As a teaser to the launch of the forthcoming track, Converse has released a short film featuring Bernard Sumner, the first installment in a series of three being distributed alongside the new track and featuring each of these outstanding musicians.

Fall 2010, Music, Spotlight, featured

Incase Introduces Room 205 Featuring Abe Vigoda’s “Throwing Shade”

Room 205, a rehearsal space in Downtown Los Angeles that has been converted into an audio recording studio. As a means to foster goodwill between artists, music lovers and Incase, Room 205 will play host to touring and local bands who will each perform three songs and sit for casual interviews. New and exclusive content will be posted every week at Room 205’s virtual home www.goincase.com/room205/, which lives within the brand’s overarching Sound & Vision initiative.

Fall 2010, Releases, featured

G-Star Magazine

This Month G-Star Will drop a autumn/winter 2010 issue of ”Raw Magazine”. The magazine will give readers a insight on the world of G-Star including campaign shoots featuring Liv Tyler and Marcus Carlsen. also featured the Capsule collection, Raw Essentials and G-Star Raw by Marc Newson. also included in the mag will be Events such as Fashion Week.

Fall 2010, Product, Releases, Shopping, Spotlight, featured

Award Tour LookBook Fall 2010

Interviews, Product, Sneakers, Spotlight, Video, featured

[Video]: Maestro Knows - Episode 10 (Va$htie Kola)

Maestro Knows - Episode 10 (Va$htie Kola) from Maestro Knows on Vimeo.

In the season finale of Season 3 Maestro and Va$htie run around the city of New York to show some folks what her newly designed Jordan sneaker looks like in person! Plus a special appearance by the 13th Witness.

Events, Fall 2010, Releases, Spotlight

The Launch of Levi’s Photo Workshop

We’re happy to announce the launch of the Levi’s® Photo Workshop! Situated at 18 Wooster Street in Manhattan, the Workshop will open its doors on October 8, 2010. The Photo Workshop will be a series of engaging events to bring the spirit of craftsmanship and workwear to life within the local community and will serve as a further extension of Levi’s® Go Forth campaign.
WHAT: On October 8, 2010, the Levi’s® brand will launch the second of its Levi’s® Workshops – community spaces that host creative production resources, engaging events and an inventive retail experience. The Levi’s® Photo Workshop, located in Manhattan’s SoHo district, continues the Levi’s ® brand Go Forth™ message of community commitment and modern–day pioneers. For ten weeks, the Levi’s® Photo Workshop will host an array of arts and culture programming, including exhibition openings, parties, public lectures and educational workshops.  Events will be hosted by notable New York pioneers who have partnered with the Levi’s® brand to create original work that will be showcased at the Workshop.

WHEN: October 8, 2010 – December 18, 2010

WHERE: Levi’s® Photo Workshop

18 Wooster Street (between Canal & Grand)

New York, New York 10013


Fall 2010, Product, Releases, Shopping, Tech

Philips | O’Neill Headphones

Philips and O’Neill have combined forces to launch a line of innovative Headphones. The new line of premium headphones gives you long-lasting durability and complete comfort so you can enjoy the music that fuels you every day, for as long as you want, no matter what you put them through. Inspired by the heavy-duty materials and styling of wetsuit materials, The Stretch headphones – the toughest in the new line-up – delivers high performance. Both impact and high stress-crack resistant, it retains flexibility and strength for a whole new level in headphone resilience. All models in the Philips | O’Neill Headphones range offer something for the most active and toughest lifestyles. The Snug model does it all in style: a set of imposing flat-folding, headphones that deliver flawless fit and sound with bold graphics. The in-ear selection includes The Covert, a discreet bud with deceptively powerful sound impact and iPhone control, while The Specked includes a range of three striking colored in-ear buds, with tough yet stylish tangle-free cords for longer listening experiences.

The new Philips | O’Neill Headphones are now available at retail stores throughout Europe and the US.

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