Tuesday
Maestro Knows - NYC Edition (Nigel Sylvester)
In this first episode of NYC Edition watch Maestro & Nigel ride down the middle of Broadway headed toward the Brooklyn banks, and also checking out Format Queens, Five Guys burger and an extra pit stop in Las Vegas!
Thursday
Foreign Beggars - United Colours Of Beggattron...
Bridging the gap between US gangsta rap and the London grime scene, (but delivered without any of the pretentiousness) MC’s Orifice Vulgatron, Metropolis, DagNabbit and DJ Nonames, collectively known as Foreign Beggars, release their highly anticipated third album, United Colours of Beggatron.
The whole album is on an electronic tip, with dubstep, drum & bass and electro all getting a nod. Maybe that is not everyone’s idea of hip hop, but don’t think every track on here is a rowdy, grimey assault on the eardrums. There are some lovely beats, like the posse cut, “Keep It Comin‘” - featuring Jehst, Kyza and Syntax - and the opening track, “Move Higher“, featuring the dulcet tones of Audra Nishita.
All round, a pretty damn good album...definitely one of the highlights of the year. Be sure to cop yourself a copy now! Out to Sam for sending my copy through ahead of release.
Tracklisting...
1. Intro
2. Higher (ft Audra Nishita)
3. Keep It Comin' (ft Jehst, Kyza & Dr Syntax)
4. Break Free (ft Audra & Kai Nishita)
5. Don’t Dhoow It (ft King Knut)
6. Hereford Hospital (Skit)
7. Seven Figure Swagger (ft Dubbledge, Badness & Rednaz)
8. Contact (ft Noisia)
9. Shake It (ft Noisia)
10. Get A Bit More
11. Corridors (Skit)
12. Asylum Bound (ft Ben Sharpa)
13. Big N Black (ft Phat Kat)
14. Prove It (ft Guilty Simpson)
15. Some Advice (Skit)
16. No More (ft Kashmere, Jehst & DJ 2Tall)
17. Keepin The Line Fat (ft Graziella)
18. No Holes Barred (ft Devlin, Noisia & DJ 2Tall)
19. Safedrian
Wednesday
ON UK Smartphone App...
Have a look at this: www.on-uk.com
If you’re based in or visiting Brighton, this is a handy little smartphone app developed by our mates at East Media; another south coast firm. It serves up all regional live music, clubbing, comedy and events using the gps. It’s out there for iphone and android and it costs nada presently...
Tuesday
Vannen Watches X Dirty Donny Exclusive Halloween Watch...
So today I had a parcel arrive, turned out it was from my good friend David over at Vannen Watches. I proceeded to open the package and found that they'd sent me one of their super Limited Edition Halloween watches (shown above), shipped all the way to me from across the pond in California, USA! Read through as we give you a little more info and insight into this great Halloween inspired creation!
Firstly, a little about the artist behind artwork and design! Dirty Donny (poster artist/fine artist/gearhead extraordinaire) was selected to create this extremely exclusive holiday watch because of his repertoire of devious little monsters, ghouls and goblins. Donny's characters and illustrations are notorious for their incredible colour and personality. His creatures are sometimes playful-yet-spooky while others are just so wild and mischievous they almost jump off the page and bite you in the face!
Donny's Haloween exclusive is a black and purple watch with flying bats all along the straps and a warped, twisted, ghoulish, neon face on the dial. This exclusive watch is limited to 150 pieces worldwide, but because they loved the art so much, Vannen decided to throw in a little extra treat and make another super-limited variant known as the "Toxic Chase" colourway. The Toxic Chase watches are so extremely limited that only 50 exist in the entire world!
Vannen's Halloween exclusive is packaged in an orange Trick-or-Treat bag filled with goodies. And to make things even more fun, each watch is blind-sealed within its bag, which means you don't know which version of the watch you'll recieve until it arrives which I think is a nice touch. You may get the standard black and purple Halloween exclusive (100 available) or get a surprise and receive the super-limited edition yellow Toxic Chase (50 available) version!
I have no doubt that Vannen are really beginning to emerge into an extremely standout watch company. Every little detail is covered with these guys, from choice artist collaborations, great packaging and brand ethos all the way down to product presentation and photography. Many thanks to David for getting this watch all the way out to me here in the UK and for making me aware of such an innovative and super strong brand. We'll all be hearing much more about Vannen Watches soon...mark my words!
Be sure to check these guys out through their website or twitter page.
Maestro Knows - Episode 10 (The Dream Team)
In this episode Maestro makes his way back to Tokyo to skate around and take part in Eric Koston's global launch of "The Life Of Koston" shot by Atiba Jefferson and Keiichi NItta. Joined by special guests...Atiba Jefferson, Ty Evans, Giovanni Reda & Rip Zinger.
Wednesday
Channel 4Down BMX :: At Home With Cam Wood
The latest in 4Down's 'At Home With' Series features Cam Wood on his usual routine in Salt Lake City Utah. Swimming, Riding, Screen Printing & Table Football.
Friday
Mishka Keep Watch Vol. XII: Rusko
While still on his American tour, Rusko - one of our favorite UK Dubstep practitioners has come through for us with Keep Watch XII. Incorporating live tracks from his current tour, Rusko’s unique mix of dark yet upbeat production fits the keep watch series perfectly and we’re honored to bring you Keep Watch XII – Rusko. Peep his upcoming dates on his Myspace.
Rusko was born in Leeds to a musical family. Whether it be his family’s pianos, guitars, banjos and saxophones…or the heavy reggae and dub sound systems of later years in Leeds, music has always been an integral part of Rusko’s life. After graduating from Leeds university with a degree in musical performance, Rusko discovered the world of Dubstep through Sub Dub, Rusko connected with the sound and moved down to London to further explore his passion. Collabs with the likes of Diplo, Wiley and remixes for A-Trak & Adele, Rusko is one to keep an eye on.
Thursday
Mike Giant from "Dithers" Series...
Mike Giant makes an appearance in this latest Walrus TV spot from the previously-released Dithers documentary highlighting some of art’s most prolific underground personalities. The feature goes into details with Giant regarding the skate scene, graffiti and the t-shirt business. Definitely a 6 minutes well-spent hearing him speak as he has become one of our culture’s most respected illustrators and artists.
Via:Hypebeast
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