It is official that Lupe Fiasco’s new debuted album is on the charts as the #1 rap album in the country! The album which is executively produced by Jay-Z features the hit singles ‘Kick, Push’, ‘I Gotcha’, and ‘Daydreamin” featuring Jill Scott. If you don’t have Lupe’s album yet, go get it now! Also check out out feature on his album here.
Info: Atlantic Records
A new collective blog website called NimNim has launched. This new site features big heads in the US street fashion including Ian Ginoza, Keith Hufnagel, Matthew George, Chris Keefe, Jules Gayton and Alex Remington. Check out their lifestyle and sneak peak of their upcoming projects in their individual blogs.
Image: NimNim
Info: KICKS/HI
Here is a sneak peak image of an UNDFTD x Incase collaboration in the works. It’s not really clear what the collaboration is all about, but we can assume it’s something for the winter season. Or, maybe they’re just collaborating on a new set of Zippers – just kidding. Once we find out more about the project, we’ll be here to report it to you guys. Stay tuned.
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HUF is definitely on the hustle this season. For their next release, the good folks at Huf are coming out with their “Chain Series.” They were designed by hanni el khatib who has worked with Tenderloin before. He is also doing other exciting HUF projects, which are currently in the works. The Chain Series includes caps, full zip hoodies, and all over print tees. Be on the look out for these, as they will drop the same time as the Hufquake sries. Should be out next month.
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Highsnobiety’s Chicks with Kicks (Lois and Julie) linked up with Leah from MOB to get a first hand look at their new collection for this season. Included in the column are images of their tees this year, along with some of Leah’s insights on different subjects dealing with street culture today. Check it out now!
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TRWG! (pronounced troog) is the newest limited edition vinyl figure by artist Pete
Fowler. Fowler is a Welsh artist best known for his artwork for the Welsh band Super Furry Animals. He is a freelance illustrator and “monster creator” whose inspiration is drawn from Japanese art. For TRWG!, Shipping begins in November 2006 and will be available in the same month with a retail price of $59.99. For more info on this vinyl figure please go here.
TRWG is a walking, talking encyclopedia of the unique musical styles found on Monsterism Island. Bred and schooled on a commune in the hills, he now writes his own music fanzine (titled It’s Fragly!) and is always found in front at local gigs. He’s the first to know about the new local bands, where they are playing and what they eat for lunch.
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