Our homies over at Madbury Club had the opportunity to link with Tyler The Creator for yet another dope & personal post. Take a quick trip into the life of a crazy, odd, but talented individual destined to make moves in the near future.
Props to Phil and the Madbury Club for crazy spread.
Right out the gate, we’re starting off with Ghostface Killah and his rant on twitter this week. Check it here. Wonder if someone smudged Starks’s Wallabees?
Refined Hype x The Hypemen Episode 12: 88 Keys
Hip-Hop Culture Blog Refined Hype begins their partnership with The Hypemen for their podcast series. They pick up at episode 12 featuring Super Producer, Lo Head, Family man, 88-Keys. Download and listen to the episode where they cover a wide range of topics from 88’s and Kanye’s friendship to the Polo lifestyle to hip-hop nerd-ism.
Tinker Hatfield at the Nike Store Santa Monica x Sole Collector Event
The one and only Tinker Hatfield (genius behind the most iconic sneaker line EVER; Air Jordans) sits down for a question and answer session at the Sole Collector x Nike Store Santa Monica Event. This is part 1/3 and he covers some very interesting topics so enjoy.
Black and Orange
SF Giants clinched the World Series this week. Congratulations Giants and to the city of San Francisco.
After releasing the trailer awhile back, R+I Creative released the Influencers film this week for public consumption. It’s a great look into the minds of some of New York City’s most innovative creators. Watch it, then watch it again.
Zach Galifianakis Flies a Paper Plane on Bill Maher
As California’s Proposition 19 was about to hit the ballot, Hangover star Galifianakis decided to test it out a little early. (The bill would end up failing). Video via World Star.
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People love their dogs and brands like J.Crew and Juicy Couture have been making accessories for your pup for some time now. Why wouldn’t streetwear get into the act? Japanese brand BAPE will be begin its canine only collection on November 11th, stay tuned. via HighSnobiety
This week Treehugger Founder Graham Hill issued a unique challenge to home designers. The premise is that we as humans consume too much and that we’re not any happier than we would be if we had less “stuff”. In fact, Hill posits that we would be MUCH happier with less clutter. That being said he is holding a design contest to transform a 420sq ft apartment into a multifunctional, comfortable living space. Check out his explanation. The results should be interesting and thought provoking.
Primitive x The Hundreds
Skate boutique, Primitive (owned/founded by legend Paul Rodriguez) and The Hundreds are teaming up to release a capsule soon. There isn’t any confirmed date yet but the video shows us a few pieces from the impending release. via Hypebeast.
Carmelo Anthony for Jordan Brand “Do Whatever It Takes”
Earlier this week, we gave you a behind the scenes look via Jordan Brand as Melo was finishing up his new spot promoting the release of his newest sneaker the M7. Well now we have the finished product, take a look!
Black Scale gives us a look into their Fall/Winter 2010 collection which features cold weather staples with modern clean detailing to hats to jewelry. Enjoy and if you like what you see, hit their online store.
EJordanIll, in tandem with Rocksmith, will be showcasing his artwork on Thursday, November 18th, from 6-11pm at Vault-Harlem. The central theme of the artwork are celebrity portraits which will include both previously published and brand new pieces that range from a special life-size portrait of Harlem’s own Big L to a tribute to the fallen Huddy 6. Aside from there being no cover charge, free drinks, musical performances, and gift-bags courtesy of Rocksmith & Flud Watches will also be included. Come for the art, a.k.a. ogle the models, stay for the music, leave with the impression that EJordanIll is your new favorite artist. Fin.
Accompanying Jay-Z’s “The Hit Collection Volume 1″ which is slated to release November 22nd, and last album on Def Jam Recordings, AgencyNet has pieced together a visual manifestation for Jay’s soundtrack at JayZHitsCollection.com. The online portfolio guides the readers through the extensive career of Jay-Z, from his appearance on Jaz-O’s “Hawaiian Sophie” to earning a Tony Award as a producer for the Broadway play “Fela!”. The interface is sleek and classy, has a premium aesthetic to match, and exemplifies attention to detail from the video interludes that segue into each section to the quotes that correspond with each phase of Jay-Z’s life.
For those of us who still purchase artist merchandise: A limited edition box set, which consists of a bound photo book, linen covered double CD, and numbered linen box ,amongst other premium items, are also available for sale on the site.
Nike’s new commercial “The Love” expresses the love for all the realms of Nike. Whether you’re training for a big competition, or reminiscing the first time you were hypnotized the Nike sneaker, or anticipating the arrival of that sneaker you’ve been longing for, this video is one that allures all audiences and their love for Nike.
Jordan Brand takes us behind the scenes of “Do Whatever It Takes”, Denver Nugget’s star, Carmelo Anthony’s newest commercial for his latest signature sneaker model, the M7. In the video, Anthony explains the video’s concept and why he’s sure it will spark up some friendly conversation amongst his peers. Take a look for yourself.
2 New York Giants team up (No Meadowlands) as legendary hip-hop imprint Duck Down Records turns 15 and Black Rob re-emerges onto the hip-hop scene as the label’s newest signee. Looking forward to see what these two can create together. Check out this video of Black Rob’s Introduction at the Duck Down event given by the one and only, Buckshot and BR performs a classic.
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