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Converse Japan All Star Hunting-Jacket Hi “Converse Hunting Club”
New for September is Converse Japan’s new “Converse Hunting Club” theme applied to the Chuck Taylor All Star. The style features a familiar profile with an additional collar element inspired by hunting jackets to reinforce the aforementioned theme. Look for a release via Converse Japan retailers starting September.
Kidrobot x Swatch in Shanghai
Earlier this month, Kidrobot and Swatch launched an extensive creative project unifying their respective icons on an artist-based collection of toys and watches. Eight artists were brought together to each creatively mastermind their own packs involving a 3-inch Kidrobot Dunny and a Swatch watch. Included were Gary Baseman, Jeremyville, Frank Kozik, Joe Ledbetter, MAD, Tara McPherson, SSUR, and Tilt. We were on hand in Shanghai to witness the official unveiling which included artist appearances from Frank Kozik and MAD as they speak about their involvement in the project and process.
The collection is limited to 300 numbered sets per artist and hits stores globally as of September 1, 2011. Look for availability via select Kidrobot and Swatch retailers.
Ear Candy: Cobra Starship – “Middle Finger” Ft. Mac Miller (Official Music Video)
Mac Miller, to everyone’s surprise, hopped on Cobra Starship’s latest single, “Middle Finger.” You will be able to find this track on Cobra Starship‘s upcoming album, ‘Night Shades,’ which hits stores on Today.Ear Candy: James Blake & Bon Iver – “Fall Creek Boys Choir”
Two of the biggest indie artists right now, James Blake & Bon Iver make a track together called “Fall Creek Boys Choir”. Apparently, rumors are going around that they are working on an album together.James Blake And Bon Iver - Fall Creek Boys Choir
Wale - Heineken Red Star Access @ Cameo Miami
Wale shut down Cameo at the Heineken Red Star Access Event in Miami on August 20, 2011. World Pop Videos covered the whole 40 minute performance, and brought you the best of the night in this video. Some songs in the set include "600 Benz + Freestyle Intro", "Chillin ft. Lady Gaga", "Chain Music", "Bait Main", "Play your part", and his smash hit "That Way ft. Jeremih & Rick Ross". Like World Pop Videos on Facebook - http://facebook.com/worldpopvideos Follow World Pop Videos on Twitter - http://twitter.com/worldpopvideos Watch Music Videos, Exclusive Behind The Scenes, Performances - http://www.worldpopvideos.com
Nike Brazil Air Force 1 “É Possivel”
If you know anything about me then you know that me and "Air Forces" are not friends. I wear a size 13 1/2 so on my foot they look like I'm wearing the box. I may make an exception for these though. Inspired by the urban roots and unique culture of Brazil, and designed by the MC’s Emicida, Pixote and Xará and DJ Toddy, the Nike Brazil Air Force 1 “É Possivel” is the first Air Force 1 designed specifically for the country. The shoe is inspired by the manifesto created by the above mentioned influencers: “We, as soldiers in an invisible army, march towards tomorrow as heirs of the ash on the streets and the offspring of a reality that is of interest to few.” The Brazil Air Force 1, sporting Brazilian green-and-yellow eyestays against a black leather upper and engraved with the names of that country’s icons, is just one part of the project though. The story that the shoe tells will also be the subject of a short film, “É Possivel” (“it is possible”), which releases soon in Brazil and further educates on the country, using a mix of documentary film making and animation and focusing heavily on basketball’s effects in the country. Unfortunately for the rest of the world, the Nike Brazil Air Force 1 “É Possivel” releases in September exclusively in Brazil. Source: Nike Blog
Joes Jeans Look Book
Definitely a late submission but still perfect timing for a timeless brand that doesn't allow with apparel to be engulfed with the lame bedazzled styles that should be burnt and then frozen from our history. Joe's Jeans Inc. ("Joe's") designs, sources and distributes its Joe's® and Joe's Jeans™ branded apparel products to over 1,200 retail doors in the U.S. and abroad. With its competitive advantages and industry expertise in denim-wear and denim-related products, Joe's produces one of the most recognized and sought-after premium denim brands in the world. Joe's products are designed internally and sourced to specification from suppliers primarily located in the U.S., Mexico and Morocco. Finished goods are then distributed directly to Joe's customers from its distribution center in Los Angeles. Joe's maintains third party showrooms in New York and Los Angeles to showcase its Joe's® and Joe's Jeans™ products for its customers. Joe's has recently has opened a branch office in Paris to distribute its products in Europe.
J.Cole Releases Cole World: The Sideline Story Album Cover
For the fourth installment of J. Cole’s ‘Any Given Sunday’ series, he released the official cover art for his forthcoming debut album, Cole World: The Sideline Story. The artwork, which portrays Cole sitting in a locker room, keeps with the basketball theme that he has become known for purveying through the cover art and titles of his projects. J.Cole Releases Cole World: The Sideline Story Album Cover
Rick Ross and crew at the Dolphins game, plus Meek Mill performance at Cafe Iguanas
On a day off of the I Am Still Music tour Rick Ross, Meek Mill and the rest of MMG go to Miami Dolphins game at Sun Life Stadium’s Club Liv. Special appearance by NFL Hall Of Famer #13 Dan Marino. After the game, Rozay and the entire Maybach Music Group go to Meek Mill’s performance at Club Iguanas. Self Made in stores now. Meek Mill Dream Chasers at Datpiff.Com. Wale the Eleven One Eleven Theory at Lifeandtimes.com. God Forgives, I Don’t coming soon. Follow @rickyrozay @maybachmusicgrp. — Shouts to Dre Films and Jon J.Oak Street Bootmakers 2011 Spring/Summer Collection
If you don't own a pair of boat shoes or loafers then you're missing out on life....New from Chicago-based Oak Street Bootmakers comes two pairs of brown leather slip-ons: a natural boat shoe and a beefroll penny loafer. Classic in silhouette, both kicks are handmade in America (Maine, to be precise) and are comprised fully from Natural Horween Chromexcel leather. It’s nice to see American companies doing such a fine job of reclaiming their design heritage as well as a rise in consumers who are willing to pay the price for high-quality domestic products. Available now online from $225 USD to $275 USD.
Hussein Chalayan x PUMA Urban Mobility 2011 Fall/Winter Collection
After several looks into this season’s footwear offerings from the designer Hussein Chalayan x PUMA Urban Mobility collection, we bring the following editorial that highlights the essence of the brand. Conceived with movement and functionality in mind, the Fall/Winter range dabbles heavily into a darker color scheme, however not without several concentrated blasts of color and graphics. Despite the tailored approach, the sportswear is still surprisingly wearable and agile. Look for the collection now at select PUMA Urban Mobility dealers.
Photography: Hypebeast
Supreme 2011 Fall/Winter Collection
New from Supreme comes a full and extensive lookbook of what they have in store for the 2011 Fall/Winter season. Comprised largely of many of the same well-designed outerwear pieces featured below, this preview allows fans of the brand to comprehend all of the details of the pieces without models and scenery confusing the process. Polka-dots, paisley, rugby stripes and classic varsity patterns all made their way into this collection, as did a healthy sprinkling of heavily-branded pieces and collaborations with the likes of Futura, Bad Boy Records and Hennessy. Check it out and enjoy!WWD: Marc Jacob to Dior? Talks Get Serious
Following the departure of Christian Dior designer John Galliano, the French fashion house has been patient trying to find a successor with the latest prospect being Marc Jacobs. According to WWD , Jacobs who is the creative director for Louis Vuitton as well as his own eponymous label is said to be in “very serious” talks with Dior. This could prove to be a new creative direction for the designer as his contract is up for renewal this year with LV. If Jacobs accepts, he is said to bringing long time business partner Robert Duffy on board as well.Ear Candy: HTRK
The Berlin-based duo HTRK has a similarly confrontational style to punk legends Suicide, yet the group trades the original's doo-wop Americana for something much colder, slower and foreign on its cover of "Sweetheart (AKA Love You)." Drums and bass plot along slowly while the rest is a smeared, cloudy mess. Unfortunately, we have a feeling this is the sort of love that ends very, very badly. Grab "Sweetheart" and A-side "Eat Yr Heart" on HTRK's first single (limited to 300) promoting its upcoming record Work (work, work) out September 6 on Ghostly.[soundcloud id='21653319']
Ear Candy :Jj - We Can't Stop (feat. Ne-Yo)
[soundcloud id='21653728']When living in a world that gets more diversified everyday its only right that our music gets a lil' more "diversified" as well.Presented with little comment: jj’s naturalistic, oh-so-Swedish chillpop swirled with Ne-Yo’s southern R&B swag. “We Can’t Stop” is thick, strange, and aqueous until three minutes in, when it briefly slips into a soft, top 40 jam before finally succumbing to a curious swamp of both. Overtly melodic, highly nonsensical, and a great start to a weird week. I LOVE IT.
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