Source: Sneakers x Culture: Collab – Rizzoli New York Sneaker culture is now mainstream. While purists tend to complain about this, the beauty is that as culture is integrated into our daily lexicon and line of sight, we begin to see studies, documentaries and art exhibits. I may have written the first academic/research driven book…
Buy the Reebok Club C 85 x Jazerai Jazerai Allen-Lord is one of the first women in the industry of sneaker news/blogs to consistently deliver content in what is basically a male dominated society that has always found itself short on representing women. She has worked consistently to level the playing field and Reebok took…
Source: Tokyo Design Studio – Sneakers for Men – New Balance Since the New Balance 24/7 released almost two years ago giving NB a shoe that could compete with the adidas NMD, both adidas and New Balance took steps backwards over the last two years. The designs from the PRJ series from New Balance has…
There have been years since I’ve grabbed my Gang Starr cds off of the shelf and just listened to the duo. I remember when the group fell apart. I always thought that if DJ Premier had worked on Jazzmatazz the albums would have been much better, but the music industry is difficult to navigate. Guru…
I don’t have to write anything when it comes to these Amerigo Gazaway remixes. Crooklyn is one of my favorite cuts. Masta Ace remains on my list of the most underrated emcees in the game. This is masterful work and a pleasure to the ears; especially when all that plays on my radio is…
Source: Sidestripe Sessions Featuring Anderson .Paak I’m watching BBC music and one of my favorite artists pops-up and I immediately pay attention. Anderson.Paak is performing a cover of “Old Town Road” and it’s the jazziest ish I’ve heard and I realize that the song isn’t just lucky, it’s a very good song. During the cover,…
Releasing October through December, six new visions for Air Force 1 change the paradigm of what it means to celebrate a classic. Source: Air Force 1 Gore-Tex, NBA and Bones Official Images and Release Dates The 10th, not the 10 by Virgil Abloh, is a series that takes new and classic Nike footwear and gives…
The fact that in NYC public transportation facilities offer art display space seems like an acknowledgement that the bombers in Wild Style have earned the respect of the city. At least that’s how I see it. Sneaker Culture I feel is the left out aspect of Hip-Hop. Voices like that of Sean Williams are…
PRODUCT STORY When it comes to style, designer Mike Cherman creates his own rules. His bootleg aesthetic brand, Chinatown Market, is no different. Inspired by the grit and style of New York’s famous Canal Street, Chinatown Market stands out with daring attitude, fun graphics, and cheeky prints. Influenced by retro basketball, the first iteration of…
The San Diego emcee who once dominated Snoop Dogg’s Underground YouTube top spot for months has discovered his voice again and while Tobe Nwigwe is currently dominating the viral Hip-Hop scene with his conscious, gospel inspired rap, Judah is a better emcee because he actually understands hooks (and this is coming from a guy who…
In this episode I share a part of our summer routine. Every year my daughter and I set up a week long art camp. When I was young, my mom didn’t have time to nurture my artistic skills. She was working too hard and my father wasn’t in the picture. My wife noticed my daughter’s…
This is one of those times I wish I could take a quick flight up to NYC and then fly back to edit the video from an art exhibit that details the rich history of kicks in THE city. Words from Sean Williams: Greetings Everyone! If you’re receiving this email it is because you’re…
The first episode of season 1, Tony + Nick review the Merrell Choprock for the Grind House Reviews. Be sure to check out our blog for more information on fit, materials, specs, and more. The Merrell Choprock is a versatile shandal for all of life’s adventures. Source: Grind House Reviews | Merrell Choprock Shandal –…
I discovered the brand Maven and their “Never Sold Dope” campaign last week. The concept is dope. As a Black man who is often looked at by kids as either an athlete or dope dealer because I buy a lot of kicks, it’s important that I can wear something that highlights that success doesn’t have…
Our friend Mikael Kennedy is an interesting guy—a photographer, world traveler, and most recently, rug collector. A few months ago, Mikael came through to our 1901 Lincoln studio to make a pair of bespoke Alphas using one of his prized 100-year old Persian rugs. Source: Introducing: The 100 Year Alpha & Bravo I’m not going…
Poly cotton canvas Nappy suede toe cap Asymmetrical Drag Toe Protection Medial Panel Perforation Gold Mitchell & Ness Aglets Gold Foil Transfer Logo Extra Soft Polyurethane Insole Source: NINETEEN 0 FOUR / VINTAGE WHITE When I hear Mitchell & Ness I immediately think hats and jerseys. I’m sure everyone else is the same. To be…
Discover the new engineered retro RunnerSpring Summer 2019Taking the retro runner to another level, the Edwin is enhanced with contemporary and performance-like qualities, creating a new supportive option for your everyday offering style and comfortwith the all terrain VIBRAM® sole. Source: The Edwin I’m determined to actually do a music video of some type featuring…
The UA ICON Curry 1 ‘Maryland 100’s are an ode to the history of Terps basketball. Loud and colorful, like Maryland always is, graphics splash all over the upper, each telling a story more interesting than the last. Source: Maryland Basketball 100 Seasons UA ICON I typically have a long spill about whether a brand gets…
I’m in the process of editing a book and my entire soul needed a break. I checked my inbox and what do I see? An e-mail from Amerigo. Put this ish on loop and get your stank face in motion. To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Wu-Tang’s classic single “C.R.E.A.M.”, Amerigo Gazaway recreates a…
adidas TERREX athletes embrace Hong Kong culture by dyeing their white Zero Dye trail running kit indigo blue Source: adidas TERREX: TRUE COLOURS Imagine buying a shoe that is devoid of color, a Zero Dye, blank slate; not a traditional painted, all white leather, or a bleached fabric, a shoe that was created with the…
With intent to cover all areas of the industry and culture, our panelists ranged in variety and career diversity. Elizabeth McGarry, Co-Founder and Creative Director of McGarry&Sons, a sportswear consulting agency and studio, has history working with some of sportswear’s biggest names, from Nike to Puma. Elizabeth Natola, on the other hand, a Senior Footwear…
Dropping today at www.fillingpieces.com, Filling Pieces introduces the Shuttle Capsule Collection – the second release from their Spring Summer 2019 collection series. Originating from the idea of creating a lighter weight shoe and taking inspiration from the tennis world, the Shuttle sneaker comes equipped with contemporary oversized proportions, a balanced lightweight performance sole, and was…
