Showing newest 30 of 38 posts from 02/2009. Show older posts
Showing newest 30 of 38 posts from 02/2009. Show older posts

Friday, February 27

The Epitome of 'Street Art'

This is so awe-inspiring, I mean really, art that needs the street/urban environment as its canvas to take shape and form. A telephone pole turned into a multi-bird feeder. Our accepted behavior as developing beings, is to cut down the tress and remove the birds natural habitat, and replace it with man-made objects. Here, one of those objects is given back to nature, as a habitat for the local avian. Which act is more criminal, the street art or the destruction of nature? Genius!

"I believe that street art is only on the street, and projects involved in street art need to exist there because they can exist no where else properly. There needs to be a relationship that is created by the intersection of the action with the environment that transforms both." - Elbow Toe

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Rick Rubin x CLIPSE

No that's not Santa on crack! It's LEGENDARY producer Rick Rubin who will be blessing CLIPSE's new album. Can't wait to get my hands on this one it's guaranteed FIRE if Rick Rubin has anything to do with it! Check back for track list soon.

From: bbc

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Art.Genius. Mr.Brainwash

If you're an LA peep you can't help but notice new pieces popping up daily from Mr. Brainwash. His newest concoction is an homage to Jackson Pollock slapped against the wall of his studio on La Brea. Pretty dope piece, MBW needs to start hitting up buildings he doesn't own a little more though...

From:sourharvest

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Diamond Supply Co. x Han Cholo

Diamond Supply Co. x Han Cholo “Sk8 Til Death” Necklace was released online at 12 noon(PST) at Diamond Supply Co.’s online store. Hit the link below to view the full flier and detailed images of this necklace.
Black: Limited to 60
Silver: Limited to 70
Gold: Limited to 80
Info: Diamond Supply Co. Online Store



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Supreme x Damien Hirst


A first look at the upcoming collaboration of Supreme and artist Damien Hirst. Probably won't be busting out any nollie lazerflips with these badboys but they'll look good on my wall.
From: snob

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Thursday, February 26

T.I. - Get That Money

T.I's new track, Get That Money is hot! T.I's baby mama is NOT hot. Plus this is only one of several he has, he's got 5 kids already. 'Get That Money' playboy, and get a new girl while your at it. Haha.

DOWNLOAD/STREAM: T.I. - Get That Money

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Tree hotel - Tham & Videgård Hansson Arkitekter


Click Images to go LARGE.

An interesting and visually stunning concept for a camouflaged hotel on/in a tree, by Swedish architects, Tham & Videgård Hansson Arkitekter. "The concept is to create a shelter up in the trees, a lightweight aluminum structure hung around a tree trunk, boxes clad in mirrored glass, 4×4x4 meters. The exterior reflects the surroundings and the sky, creating a camouflaged refuge. The interior is all made of plywood and the windows give a 360 degree... (keep reading)


"... view. The functions provide a living [space] for two people, a double bed, a small kitchen and bathroom, a living room and roof terrace. The access to the cabin is by a rope ladder or a rope bridge. To prevent birds [from] fly[ing] into the windows, transparent stickers, visible for birds, will be added to the facades."



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Fretless Fader Prototype and Blount Harvey

"This is the Fretless Fader system designed for use with the Controller One. With this you can cut and change notes through 2 octaves without taking your hands away from the vinyl and fader." Created by DJ, JohnBeez, this is an innovation that will no-doubt spark much creativity. The band JB is in is dope too, called Blount Harvey check out this song called, The Flow. They have a great big band sound with hip-hop lyrics, and soul hooks, similar to The Roots.

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Los Angeles Artist, Robbie Conal

Los Angeles street artist and political activist, Robbie Conal, has been adorning L.A. streets with his messages for more than 25 years. His 'guerilla tactics' spawned a revolution of street art. He has influenced artists like Shepard Fairey, to create his iconic 'Obey the Giant' campaign in the 90's. Check out this rad profile with the man himself.

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Gutterballs

If you're a fan of The Big Lebowski you gotta love this print by Pete McDonough. For an edition of 85 at $30 this Gutterball print is a steal MAN. Just remember, "This is not Nam. This is bowling. There are rules!"

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Monday, February 23

T.I. - Coming Back (Snippet)

Someone keeps leaking these tracks over at their label, because they are everywhere on the internet. It is however pretty nice to hear audio confirmation that Detox actually may exist. Its been rumored to have been in production since 2003, lets hope the Doctor is coming back soon.

DOWNLOAD/STREAM: T.I. - Coming Back (Snippet) (prod. Hi-Tek)

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Wallypower

The Wallypower 55 is obviously not your average powerboat. Resembling something that could very well be a summer toy for someone like Bruce Wayne, the Wallypower 55's stealthy exterior houses four engines, each of which outputs 435 hp and takes it to a top speed of 42 knots. On the inside you'll find a lounge area, crew quarters, galley, and up to three cabins depending on the option. Link

From: acquire

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Friday, February 20

Tonino Lamborghini Carbon Fiber Heels

For the ladies, or your lady, the Lamorghini Superleggera Carbon Fiber High-Heels. They are seriously tacky, but the idea and execution are amazing. This isn't a joke, and if you are currently leasing a Ferrari, you are probably seriously thinking about purchasing a pair for your stripper girlfriend, Candy, subconsciously weighing the price versus how much ass you can get from these. (Holy run-on sentence Batman)

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Thursday, February 19

Dr. Dre ft. T.I. & Nas - Topless

T.I may or may not be making it to Detox, with this track that was recorded a week ago and already leaked. Someone's getting their ass beat in the Aftermath camp. It's pretty firey none the less, check it out for yourself.

"Brought chronic to the scene before the pills and the lean,
Now the game full of puppets, look at me no strings..."
The bonus track from T.I. Shit Popped Off, is dope too get it also, props to 2dope for this one.

DOWNLOAD/STREAM: Dr. Dre ft. T.I. & Nas - Topless
Bonus: T.I. - Shit Popped Off

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Swordfish Motorcycle

Designer Alexander Kotlyarevsky has popped up with a custom motorcycle that too sans spokes and presents a neat and clean look. Dubbed ‘Swordfish,’ the new concept bike by the Italian designer presents a curved body with glossy design running on the hubless wheels. I won’t be surprised to see (rather ride) a practical bike with hubless wheels in the days to come.

From: thedesign

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DISCO

If you've got a room to hold it, you can turn your home into a 70s-style club with the Konfetti chandelier from Bsweden.Your eyes do not deceive you, it's a light full of disco balls, 90 in total of varying sizes, all hanging off a chromed-steel frame. Flick the light switch and they all light up, giving off those mirrored rays as a bonus. Perfect addition to my boom boom room, HOLLER!

From: retro

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Wednesday, February 18

DAS BOOT!




A dope little short movie about the glamorous life of competitive Kickball put together by the one and only Evan Rudin. Keep on puttin' out the heat Eyru.

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Art.Genius.Chris Stain

Another amazing stencil/spray paint hit up by Chris Stain. I really dig his style and can't wait to see more of his pieces on walls around the world. Check out some of his prints for sale at dirtypilot/chris_stain.

Photo: streets

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Tuesday, February 17

Chanel Bike/Segway/Madness


CHANEL announced the creation of the above urban personal transporter, which seems to have more fun than a bike and it looks as crazy as rollerblades. The rich-rider drives it by leaning in the direction he or she wants to go at speeds of nearly 20kph. With a range of 20km and an adaptation of the famous CHANEL 2.55 ,shopping couldn't be more glamorous. I already ordered a 24K Gold one, where's yours? Karl Langerfeld, you're a genius.

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Blu & Swoon hit Barcelona

Italian street artist extraordinaire Blu recently was invited to speak in Barcelona at the fifth annual “Influencers” festival hosted by the Center of Contemporary Culture (CCCB). He was also commissioned to put up this fantastic mural of a giant shark made of money devouring old painted slogans as well as bearing down on a Swoon wheatpaste.



From: arrested

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Smash-Me-Bernie

A toy company launched "Smash-Me Bernie" at the industry-only Toy Fair this week in New York. The pitchfork-wielding doll was created in Madoff's likeness, complete with a red devil suit. A hammer is included with purchase, so you can smash Madoff—who was arrested in December after confessing to a $50 billion Ponzi scheme—indefinitely.

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Monday, February 16

Artist Zevs, Liquifies "Google"

Zevs has just "liquidated" Google website. The Google letters now have a Krink-like run effect. The longer you wait the farther they drip. Pretty sick! Check it out for yourself here.

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Thursday, February 12

Mark Dean Vica "My Mary"


One of Culver City, CA's dopest galleries BLKMRKT dropped an incredible exclusive print today (2/12) from twisted yet talented artist Mark Dean Vica. Mark Dean Vica's "My Mary" is available in Orange & Black as a series of 100 or in classic Black & White as a series of 10! Either way you can't go wrong, this print is CRAZY & it's only available at blkmrkt.

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Mos Def & Talib Kweli @ The House of Blues LA


Black Star @ the House of Blues 2/09 from gregthedude on Vimeo.

Black Star representing in the 09! Unreal.

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Wednesday, February 11

Fresh New Suit by Paul Smith

The well known British fashion icon Paul Smith has created yet another beautiful suit. This Paul Smith suit is in a great shade of blue, which immediately gives it a more casual feel than a grey or black suit. If you’re the type that has no reason to wear suits, then you can easily wear each piece as separates. Get this from Matches.


From: select

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Tuesday, February 10

Art.Genius.Bastardilla

Bastardilla is a street artist from Colombia whose work has a timeless quality to it that is both comforting and refreshing. Her work is broad in subject matter (and often sheer size!). I had never heard of Bastardilla before today but now she's on the Leased Ferrari radar in a major way. Definite props to our new Colombian Graffiti Chiquita. More of her work after the jump.


From: poz




Photos: bastardilla

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Shepard Fairey Sued Over Obama 'Hope' Image

I was wondering how long this image could go, for the most part, unclaimed by the photographer as Shepard Fairey made such a name from it. Well it finally caught up to him, and I don't think its merited but I'm no judge.

NEW YORK (AP) - An artist who created a famous image of Barack Obama before he became president sued The Associated Press on Monday, asking a judge to find that his use of an AP photo in creating the poster did not violate copyright law.

The lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in Manhattan said street artist Shepard Fairey did not violate the copyright of the April 2006 photograph because he dramatically changed the nature of the image.

The AP has said it is owed credit and compensation for the artist's rendition of the picture, taken by Mannie Garcia on assignment for the AP at the National Press Club in Washington.

I think its silly, but from the look on Shepard's face in some of those court photos, its no joke. via

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Monday, February 9

Audemars Piguet: Royal Oak Offshore FOR THE LADIES


Audemars Piguet introduced the Ladies' Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph at SIHH 2009.The 37mm forged carbon case features a diamond-set ceramic bezel. Red touches are used on the black Mega Tapestry" dial motif, to enhance the sportiness of this ladies' timepiece. The caseback is made of blackened steel and engraved with the Royal Oak Offshore logo. The strap is rubber with a folding clasp. I just laced my lady out with one of these for each arm, STEP YOUR GAME UP! More photos after the jump off.


From: professiona

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Art.Genius.Bob Dob

SoCal native Bob Dob has a new show that opens Valentine’s Day at Billy Shire Fine Arts with a body of work featuring his familiar characters, birds, waves and of course, the ubiquitous and mischevious little devil - Luey. This dude's got a pretty dope steez. More pieces after the jump.

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Mr. Twister Lamp

Swedish Design studio Cate & Nelson created this versitile and fresh Mr. Twister Table Lamp; the shade is divided into 3 separate sections that can independently swivel depending on where you want to let the light shine.

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