Established artists Will Sweeney, Alexis Ross, Estevan Oriol and Peter Bagge are the four contributing artists to Stussy’s Customade Our Gangs #3 series of t-shirts. The diverse nature of this cast produces some interesting designs from the inherent realness of Estevan Oriol’s photo print to the fun designs of Peter Bagge. Look for Stussy’s Customade Our Gangs #3 to hit select retailers in the next few weeks.
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Established artists Will Sweeney, Alexis Ross, Estevan Oriol and Peter Bagge are the four contributing artists to Stussy’s Customade Our Gangs #3 series of t-shirts. The diverse nature of this cast produces some interesting designs from the inherent realness of Estevan Oriol’s photo print to the fun designs of Peter Bagge. Look for Stussy’s Customade Our Gangs #3 to hit select retailers in the next few weeks.
To help promote Atmosphere’s latest release When Life Gives You Lemons, You Paint That Shit Gold, the rapper has made things a little interactive with the addition of a feature which allows you to bomb/tag any site on the internet. With numerous weapons at your arsenal, you go hit up any site and then upload your work to be judged. Check out my crazy hand steez and the feature at paintthatshitgold.com.
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What better way to pay tribute to one of the greatest running backs of our generation who just happens to love Nike Air Force 1s? The ultra exclusive Innovative Kitchen in Beaverton put together an Air Force 1 like no other for Chargers’ all-star running back Ladainian “LT” Tomlinson. Going the distance, the AF1 designed by JB of the Innovative Kitchen is packaged with a crazy sliding box with many intricate details seen on the metallic upper. Extensive lasering can be seen throughout. With anything of this nature, don’t expect to ever see more then the sole pair made for LT.
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Japanese mens label SiFury has launched a small capsule of products for their 2008 summer collection. The mature and refined themes are embodied in pieces such polos, embroidered denim and khakis, hats and gingham shirts. Available now through SiFury.
Well traveled photographer Craig Weatherby’s involvement with Seattle based Manik skateboards was revealed in an extensive collection of photo print tees and decks last season. Continuing on this theme, the two have paired up on a simple New Era cap. The outside visuals are minimalistic, however the silk lining features extensive photos of some of Weatherby’s photography. Two styles are available now at Caliroots.
A color made synonymous with the Air Jordan VI, Carmine finds itself at the center of a recent pack of retro runners from Nike. The bold red color features prominently with purple, with a gradient effect going on as well. Two models include the Air Stab and B Huarache which are available now at FUCTARD.
British automobile maker MINI has teamed up with popular lingerie makers Agent Provocateur. Agent Provocateur’s involvement includes the complete customization of MINI’s most recent model, the Clubman. Aside from aesthetics, the interior has also been replaced to reflect the racy nature of AP. MINI has been on a campaign tear promoting their products over various mediums including team ups with VISONAIRE magazine and Onitsuka Tiger.
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The worldwide launch of the second generation of Vaughn Bode x Puma products are just days away. The three pack of Puma Baskets are a little more subdued relative to the original pieces of the collection yet still a worthwhile homage to the influential artist, Vaughn Bode. Canadian sneaker store Livestock and homie Virus put together a special tribute at Livestock’s most recently opened location. The artwork will also be seen in t-shirt form. The Vaughn Bode x Puma Cheech Wizard Baskets will drop exclusively in Canada at Livestock on May 24th.
The Air Jordan 1 Armed Forces pack will be releasing this upcoming Saturday May 24th. Two different colorways (one in a walnut and the other in a medium brown) will be releasing in this pack that commemorates Michael Jordan’s brother’s service in the US Military. Both of these Quickstrike releases will be available at all 3 Southern California BLENDS locations.
To celebrate the upcoming Hellboy sequel, Hellboy II: The Golden Army, Universal Pictures collaborated with Adidas Originals to create two very exclusive pair of shoes with the Forum Mid and Stan Smith Mid as base models. Designed with Universal Studios, the Forum Mid comes in a good mix of red, black, and gold with a white bottom sole. It has an Original Adidas logo on the tongue with an emblazoned Hellboy logo on the velcro strap.
The Stan Smith mid, created with Dark Horse, comes in black patent leather with red shoelaces. It features an exclusive image of Hellboy himself in a very stylized graphic. It also has very nice details including an engraved outer sole, lace jewels, and unique tongue branding. Both shoes come in a special box and will be released in very limited quantities in July at Adidas Original Stores worldwide.
There’s not much to write about Beck that hasn’t already been written. The art pop critical darling has effectively meshed indie, punk, folk, electro and hip hop, collected awards and glowing reviews without breaking a sweat. Beck’s effortlessly cool nonchalant image coupled with poignant songwriting has made him the voice of his generation as well as the overused yet fair title of “the new Bob Dylan”. His most famous albums “Odelay” and “Sea Change” are completely opposite musically but both share the brilliance of an immensely gifted songwriter. However, as his recording career hits close to the 14 year mark and his average fan that have followed his career slowly start growing up it can be argued that Beck faces a battle converting new fans with his eight album “Modern Guilt”.
Although, Beck needs little help in the musical department he has gotten some from the seemingly ever present producer Danger Mouse. The first leaked track from “Modern Guilt” is a song entitled “Chem Trails”. If the first single is any indication of what the rest of the album will sound like it appears that Beck is returning to his psychedelic vibe that was pervasive on his first album. “Chem Trails” harkens to 60s British rock with a Pink Floyd inspired flair and Beatles moaning vocals. Danger Mouse’s presence is immediately felt as his trademark haunting organs lay a foundation for the virtuoso drumming and muted bass. The start and stop formula is used to a powerful effect on the track and eventually culminates into a string heavy guitar thrashing finale that is more “Summer of Love” then summer of high gas prices.
Listen to the song [HERE]
