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AMBUSH x Louis Vuitton 2012 Spring/Summer PLAYBUTTON

March 26, 2012Style14 comments5541 Views
AMBUSH co-founder and Reebok Asia Creative Director VERBAL solidifies ties with Louis Vuitton's Kim Jones for the unveiling of the duo's Spring/Summer 2012 PLAYBUTTON project. Limited to a production run of only 30 custom-branded units, the AMBUSH-curated circular music players...

TOKYODANDY: Verbal Exchange – An Interview with VERBAL

March 15, 2012Style6 comments3048 Views
VERBAL holds a unique position within both the entertainment industry and popular culture in Japan. The huge fame he achieved in his role as m-flo’s MC has been followed by five years of his own creative projects which have gone on to inspire a generation of Japanese stars. As...

NIGO x VERBAL “One Day Disco” @ LaForet Museum Harajuku

March 12, 2012Events1 comment1568 Views
Fashion and culture landmark LaForet Museum in Tokyo is set to become the next host of Harajuku's disco event "One Day Disco" alongside a number of special guests. The twin sisters behind Japanese brand Jouetie Ami and Aya will be in attendance as well as TERYAKI BOYZ...

Palladium: VERBAL with Pharrell on the Streets of Tokyo Video

November 28, 2011Style14 comments14059 Views
Continuing his time in Tokyo, as well as with Palladium, Pharrell Williams linked with fellow artist VERBAL to take a tour around the illustrious Nakano Broadway. The two icons checked out some of the local novelty items, which you would be hard-pressed to find anywhere else....

VERBAL & Swizz Beatz: Reebok Ree-Done

September 23, 2011Editorial15 comments258 Views
The last few months have seen a huge resurgence from Reebok. This comes in tandem with the announcing of two new creative directors including Swizz Beatz as the Global Creative Director, and VERBAL as the Reebok Classics Asia Creative Director. Both parties were on hand in Tokyo...

Reebok Reethym of Lite Campaign

September 21, 2011Style4 comments99 Views
A few days ago, we previewed to you the exclusive behind-the-scenes to Reebok’s “Reethym of Lite” campaign. Working under the creative direction of VERBAL, Reebok's latest campaign is inspired by the conservation efforts that have occurred in Japan following the events of...

Reebok Reethym of Lite Tokyo Launch Party Recap

September 16, 2011Style7 comments69 Views
Geared towards its Asia Pacific demographic, Reebok launched its "Reethym of Lite" campaign last night in Tokyo. Featuring a star-studden lineup of guests and performers, the celebration was headed by Reebok Classics North American and Asia creative directors Swizz Beatz and...

VERBAL Named Creative Director for Reebok Classics Asia

July 28, 2011Culture54 comments113 Views
Musician and AMBUSH co-founder VERBAL has recently been announced as the Creative Director for Reebok Classics Asia. The multifaceted creative will surely inject a greater perspective into the brand given his strong connection through many facets of culture, including music...

VERBAL: Perseverance and Change in Japan

June 7, 2011HBTV28 comments193 Views
As the devastation of one of Japan's worst natural disasters slowly subsides amidst uncertain radioactive futures, the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake has had an unforgettable impact on the Japanese population. In the midst of preparing his first solo album launch, Japanese rapper and...

VERBAL ▼ISION▲IR Album Debut

February 15, 2011Music34 comments16 Views
Resident Hypebeast blogger, designer and AMBUSH brand founder VERBAL will premiere his debut album next month titled ▼ISION▲IR. The album features a heavyweight cast of both Eastern and Western music superstars including Lil Wayne, Namie Amuro, Nicki Minaj, Shinich Osawa...

Verbal & Yoon Interview @ RSVP Gallery

November 1, 2010Style47 comments54 Views
RSVP Gallery sat down with Verbal and Yoon of AMBUSH Design during last week's event at their shop in Chicago. Along an the interview we get visuals from the action during the event where both creatives interact with fans and soak up the atmosphere. Enjoy!

Glaceau Vitamin Water x VERBAL Presents “OBAKEYASHIKI” @ Opening Ceremony Tokyo

October 25, 2010Events0 comment16 Views
If you're looking for some pre-game festivities in Tokyo for this Halloween, Glaceau Vitamin Water and AMBUSH DESIGN's VERBAL present their Halloween event, "OBAKEYASHIKI". Taking place at the Opening Ceremony Tokyo in Shibuya, the event will include a number of different...

Dr. Martens’ 50th Anniversary Campaign: Verbal & Yoon – “The Runaways’ Cherry Bomb”

October 8, 2010Music21 comments55 Views
In celebration of Dr. Marten 50th Anniversary, Hypebeast blogger Verbal and his partner in crime Yoon have released their cover of The Runaways' track, Cherry Bomb. The video serves as part of a series of videos which capture cover versions of classic Punk tracks, in homage...

The Monocle Weekly feat. VERBAL

September 29, 2010Culture12 comments53 Views
Starting by discussing the unexpected outcome of the Sweden’s recent general elections with PJ Anders Linder (political editor-in-chief of the newspaper Svenska Dagbladet), this week’s episode of Monocle Weekly features editor-in-chief Tyler Brûlé speak to a small...

Cassette Playa x AMBUSH London Fashion Week Party Recap

September 23, 2010Events23 comments49 Views
Cassette Playa and AMBUSH joined forces last night and hosted a party for the London Fashion Week. Held at the Albi venue, DJs included Verbal and Yoon, Carri Mundane and also Fabio from the Bathing Ape store. The night was enjoyed by a great turnout from the London scene...