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Watch Sigur Rós & Björk on ‘The Simpsons’ As...

Sat, 25 May 2013 06:51:44 +0100

Watch Sigur Rós & Björk on ‘The Simpsons’

As previously reported, The Simpsons episode “The Saga of Carl,” which aired last night, featured “Icelandic, ambient moods to [the] goofy cartoon show.” Accordingly, the episode, which centers around Homer fleeing to the home country of his friend Carl Carlson, offered music and a cameo appearance by Icelandic outfit Sigur Rós (11:15) as well a surprise feature by Björk (17:20). You can watch it here.

Anchorman 2 Official Trailer

Sat, 25 May 2013 05:43:18 +0100

Many people are eagerly anticipating the return of Ron Burgundy in the upcoming sequel Anchorman...

PUMA 2013 Fall Animal Pack PUMA has been making substantial...

Sat, 25 May 2013 04:34:48 +0100

PUMA 2013 Fall Animal Pack

PUMA has been making substantial inroad lately into what looks like a very powerful lifestyle footwear range for 2013. Giving us an early look into Fall 2013, PUMA debuts the “Animal Pack.” Following an initial glance at the white/red Slipstream for the season, a new assortment of highs and lows are offered in a similar leopard print motif. Tonal suede makes up the majority of the shoe while accents of black suede run throughout the side panels, lace vamp and heel hits. Stay tuned for more release information as the end of the year nears.

Yahoo! Officially Acquires Tumblr for $1.1 Billion Rumored for...

Sat, 25 May 2013 03:26:11 +0100

Yahoo! Officially Acquires Tumblr for $1.1 Billion

Rumored for some time now, the speculation surrounding the Yahoo!/Tumblr relationship has finally culminated today in an official $1.1 billion acquisition of Tumblr by Yahoo!. In an officially tongue-in-cheek press release, Yahoo! professed that its agreement with Tumblr and its founder, David Karp would promise “not to screw up” and would allow Karp to remain acting CEO while permitting Tumblr to be “independently operated as a separate business.” Citing some impressive stats, the tech giant bolstered its business decision by touting things such as Tumblr’s 300 million monthly unique visitors and 120,000 signups per day. In a statement to the Tumblr community, CEO David Karp stated the following:

Our team isn’t changing. Our roadmap isn’t changing. And our mission — to empower creators to make their best work and get it in front of the audience they deserve — certainly isn’t changing. But we’re elated to have the support of Yahoo! and their team who share our dream to make the Internet the ultimate creative canvas. Tumblr gets better faster with more resources to draw from.

While only time will tell how the acquisition affects the user experience and the long term relevance of the beloved blogging platform, signs thus far are pointing to a large degree of autonomy being left in the hands of the Tumblr team. For further information on the deal and to read the full press release, check here.

Stussy Taipei Script T-Shirt *TAIPEI Chapter Exclusive Region...

Sat, 25 May 2013 02:17:42 +0100

**Stussy Taipei Script T-Shirt *TAIPEI Chapter Exclusive**

Region to region, Stussy has maintained a strong presence in regards to anything streetwear. For the city of Taipei in Taiwan, the latest T-shirt features a unique font that represents the city that has come to be defined by an amalgamation of Chinese and Japanese culture. A Double S Link logo on the back adds a further branding hit. The T-shirt is available now at Stussy Taipei in several staple colors.

Kanye West Performs “Black Skinhead” & “New Slaves” at the...

Sat, 25 May 2013 01:09:13 +0100

Kanye West Performs “Black Skinhead” & “New Slaves” at the ‘Saturday Night Live’ Season Finale

He did not disappoint. With Yeezy season being in full effect, Kanye West brought his new music in the shape of Yeezus cuts “Black Skinhead” — which features a sample of Marilyn Manson’s “Beautiful People” — and the globally projected “New Slaves” to the musical stage of the Saturday Night Livefinale. For the former, he was clad in a black-studded leather jacket and the upcoming all-red Nike Air Yeezy 2′s, screaming his lyrics with a live band in support. He was accompanied by an impressive barrage of imagery which alternated between Doberman Pinschers and price tags, including the phrase “Not For Sale.”

UPDATE: We received confirmation from his camp that Kanye did not sample Marylin Manson’s “Beautiful People” on “Black Skinhead.” The beat was made from scratch and that’s him screaming and breathing on the track.

The Story of the Levi’s 501® Jean

Fri, 24 May 2013 22:51:59 +0100

It’s difficult to fathom a piece of fashion 140 years old to the day that has still maintained...

Jay-Z In The Studio With Drake And another Jay-Z collaboration...

Fri, 24 May 2013 21:43:15 +0100

Jay-Z In The Studio With Drake

And another Jay-Z collaboration is on the horizon. After Raekwon Instagrammed a picture of himself and Hov a couple of days ago, another pic of Jay and Drake has now surfaced. The picture was taken by Lenny Santiago, the longtime A&R over at Def Jam and friend of Jay. This caption has been added:

Warning: Please be very afraid of the music we’re working on. OVO x ROCNATION

As we know, Drizzy is working on his new album Nothing Was The Same this summer, and it is also rumored that Jay-Z is working on a full-length as well.

Nike Zoom Hyperflight “Orange Tiger” Some more crazy patterns...

Fri, 24 May 2013 20:34:39 +0100

Nike Zoom Hyperflight “Orange Tiger”

Some more crazy patterns emerge from the Nike camp as they drop the following Zoom Hyperflight “Orange Tiger.” In a similar vein to the recently seen Roshe Runs (albeit in leopard), the bold upper is further outlined by a neon green outsole. Mediocre players should not apply when lacing up these joints when they hit retailers in the near future.

En Noir “Off The Wall” | Video

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:26:01 +0100

Luxury streetwear brand En Noir sits down with Jay-Z’s Life + Times at TriBecA boutique Patron of...

Drake Has Also Joined the Cast of ‘Anchorman 2′ As if this...

Fri, 24 May 2013 18:17:30 +0100

Drake Has Also Joined the Cast of ‘Anchorman 2′

As if this movie could not get any better. After reports came through that Kanye West has joined the all-star cast of Anchorman 2, NY Daily News now delivers the news that Drake is set to be featured in the highly-anticipated movie as well. A first picture from the set has also appeared and as you can tell above, the ’70s look suits him quite well. Stay tuned for more updates on this.

Deluxe x Vans Era 10th Anniversary Collection...

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:08:57 +0100

Deluxe x Vans Era 10th Anniversary Collection Preview

Deluxe and Vans preview a pair of Eras from their 10th Anniversary Collection. Featuring a streamlined silhouette, the simple monotone upper is made of a hairy suede that is contrasted by white laces. A light brown leather patch accents the heel portion of the ankle closure. Priced at ¥13,650 JPY (approximately $132 USD), the shoes will come in black and navy editions and are now available for pre-order over at ZOZOTOWN.

A Bathing Ape 2013 Spring/Summer “HIEROGLYPH CAMO” Collection A...

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:01:01 +0100

A Bathing Ape 2013 Spring/Summer “HIEROGLYPH CAMO” Collection

A Bathing Ape alongside the likes of maharishi have been important entities into reappropriation of camouflage as fashion. Since its original 1st CAMO right around the brand’s inception, camouflage has long been a persistent theme within the Japanese heavyweight’s DNA. A latest appropriation comes in the form of ”HIEROGLYPH CAMO” which follows some familiar BAPE color schemes in traditional army green, blue and pink. The collection available through apparel and accessories is available now at BAPE STORES across Asia and soon to hit BAPE STORE NYC.

Statik Selektah featuring Sean Price & Mac Miller – 21 & Over

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:51:56 +0100

Statik Selektah gets the assist from Sean Price & Mac Miller for the latest track off of his...

SSUR 2013 Spring/Summer Editorial by Wish As one of...

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:43:25 +0100

SSUR 2013 Spring/Summer Editorial by Wish

As one of streetwear’s longest standing personalities, Russ Karablin and his brand SSUR has returned to become a dominant player on the scene within the last few seasons. Bolstered by a certain high-fashion flip under its associated line The Cuts, the mainline of SSUR has come to be defined by a some signature graphic design as well as various odes to its hometown of New York City. Atlanta’s Wish provides their own outlook on the brand through this seasonal editorial, providing a thorough look into this season’s offerings.

fragment design x Casio G-Shock 30th Anniversary DW-6900...

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:34:53 +0100

fragment design x Casio G-Shock 30th Anniversary DW-6900 Preview

Despite an often simple range of colors that outline its aesthetic, fragment design has done remarkably well in its design of product through the use of only black and white. A latest preview unveils this particular aesthetic on one of Casio G-Shock’s longest standing and most popular models, the DW-6900. A blacked out case and strap are contrasted by the use of a white dial. The use of gray at the outer edge provides a nice touch for readability for on the associated features of the watch. A release is set for May 25 via Ron Herman Japan.

Kanye West Reveals the Cover Art for ‘Yeezus’ Following from...

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:25:55 +0100

Kanye West Reveals the Cover Art for ‘Yeezus’

Following from the unveil of his single “New Slaves” and a performance on Saturday Night Live, Kanye West now shares the official artwork for his forthcoming album Yeezus. Joining a multidisciplinary onslaught of promotion, which includes an unofficial cover art preview via Kim Kardashian’s Instagram, we now see the cover art in all its glory. Obscure and equally suggestive, the cover art for Yeezus no doubt holds a number of metaphors which will see more light on the LP’s release on June 18.

ODB’s Widow Files Cease & Desist Order Against Rock the...

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:17:29 +0100

ODB’s Widow Files Cease & Desist Order Against Rock the Bells

With the Rock the Bells 2013 lineup recently being made public, it looks like not everyone is excited for the upcoming virtual performances set to take place. After announcing that both Eazy-E and Ol’ Dirty Bastard would be gracing the stage in hologram forms during this year’s festival, it now looks like ODB’s widow, Icelene Jones has filed a cease-and-desist order against Rock the Bells. According to a press release, Jones, the administrator of the estate of ODB, says she is the only person that can approve the use of her late husband’s likeness, and voiced her disappointment with Rock the Bells’ producers Guerilla Union.

I am disappointed that Rock the Bells would not contact me directly about the use of my husband’s image. I am looking forward to talking to Wu-Tang about this matter and coming up with a positive solution in order to bring my husband to the stage once again.

RTB organizer Chang Weisberg spoke with HipHopDX and expressed that they did obtain permission from ODB’s mother, Cherry Jones, and other ODB partners to use the likeness before the announcement. Weisberg also issued a statement on the situation going on to share:

I keep in touch with Cherry all the time, and she’s got a legacy that she’s trying to keep together for her grand kids and her relatives. So, whatever it is that we can do to help Cherry in her mission, we’re gonna do. Whatever it is that Tomica [Wright] wants to do, we want to be there to support her. She’s Eazy-E’s wife. She’s the estate. She’s N.W.A. and she’s Ruthless Records, man! Anytime someone comes to me that I have that much respect for, you can come to me and I’ll drop everything I’m doing to listen. She dropped everything she was doing to listen to me and I was inspired by her.

If Tomica [Wright], Bone [Thugs-N-Harmony], RZA and Cherry [Jones] don’t approve of what we’re doing, I’ll be the first one to tell everybody, ‘I’m sorry. We didn’t do it.’ I can’t do this. ‘If you’re disappointed, let’s not do it.’ But at the same time, knowing who I am and the team of people around me, there’s no fuckin’ way we’re gonna let anybody down. It’s that simple. That’s my vision. Until we get there, my head’s down in the ground. I’m not even gonna look up for air. I’m gonna make sure we change music history those nights.

Both Icelene Jones and Cherry Jones have been involved in previous disputes over the management of ODB’s estate, so we’ll be sure to keep everyone up to date as more information is revealed.

The Monocle Guide to Better Living The editorial team at...

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:08:58 +0100

The Monocle Guide to Better Living

The editorial team at esteemed lifestyle publication Monocle has assembled a touted 400-page guide for better living. Deliberated as a tome of recommendations, reports and anecdotal inspiration to improve your life, the guide features additional photography and illustrations in keeping with the topic. Encompassing locations, products and ideas of interest from across the globe, the guide acts to introduce the very first in Monocle’s hard-copy book collection. Pick yours up from from the magazine’s online shop for a price of £40 GBP (approximately $61 USD).

A$AP Rocky Talks Sports on Cabbie Presents

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:44 +0100

A$AP Rocky is no stranger to the sports world, as he recently contributed to both the adidas...