Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Louis Vuitton Don

While my partner Proof is givin you cheap bastards a less expensive substitute for the Yeezy's. The Louis Vuitton Don himself is going the other way. Shouts to Nice Kicks for putting together the prices.


The three models are named for his manager Don C(the Don's), His Barber(the Jasper's), and his 808 and Heartbreaks collaborator Mr. Hudson(the Mr. Hudson's[duh]). There's about three color ways for each, and they range from clean as hell to in your face. So for those of you not givin a fuck about sneaker costs, these'll turn some heads.

Air Max No Brainer

Aix Max 90 + Trainer sample.


WOW. This is a seriously dope concept. Nike is starting to step up their hybrid game nicely (while Jordan brand is still dropping $130 turds in shoeboxes). Who knows if these will actually ever drop, but gotdam do they ever look fly.

Quite possibly my two favorite Nike kicks of all time, in the flyest colorway of all time. This one is a no brainer. Put these into production already.

Via: weekly drop

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Less Ego / More Stee-lo

Another Nike Hightop that is Fresher and Cheaper than the Yeezy's...

Don't get me wrong, I think the Yeezy's are pretty clean. Yet, they are too expensive and I would probably get jumped if I wore them out. Plus I think there are other hightops that Nike has released recently that are just flat out better looking in every sense. I already posted about the RT-1s and those are still at the top of my list for a fresh summer sneaker.

Now I present to you the Nike Auto Flight Black/Infrared.




These are a combination of the Air Flight Light and the Blazer, and boy did they turn out clean. I am gonna add these to the collection for sure. But I, and you for that matter, will have to wait until October/November to cop. I guess the RT-1s will have to tide me over until then.

h/t: www.sneakerfiles.com

Friday, April 24, 2009

Trend Alert?!

Last month I posted about the Swagger X Nike mint chocolate pack, being sold as a mismatched pair. This month Nylon Magazine will be doing a photo spread debuting their new Nike Colabos. Notice anything?Now from what I understand the sneakers won't be sold as a mismatched pair, but this look appears to be catching on.

Et Tu Flight Club?


The whole world's gone Asher Roth crazy. Dude hit my ears about two years ago, and I have to say I passed right over it. When he dropped a mixtape with DJ Drama I gave him another chance. Still not impressed. But this dude has compiled more street cred in the last two years as a skinny white kid than Rick Ross has had dis. videos made about him. And now this? His own FC All Star tee?! Asher Roth the latest to be bestowed with Flight Clubs coveted all-star colabo will be rocking the number 420 (*caugh* the date of his album release *caugh*), and the number will be retired instantly. The last number retired was 25 for Def Jams 25th. Now far be it from me to knock the guy, and I have to say upon the request of my man Will I not only listened to the album, but actually enjoyed it. But really a drama mixtape, and a retired FC All-Star tee?! This kid either has the best coke on the east coast, or is doin someone some under the desk favors. Whatever it is, Asher keep doin you. And check the album its good, not legendary, but good. Link below.


http://hotfile.com/dl/279049/46dcc7c/Asher_Roth-Asleep_In_The_Bread_Aisle-2009-404.rar.html

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Analog Nights

...is the name for Aimee Wilder's new vintage music player themed wallpaper.


Seems like a pretty cool idea. Don't know if I could join the ranks of the 'my wallpaper says a lot about me' clique, but the designs are well executed and if used properly, could add a nice touch to a corner of your living quarters.

...and at $140 for a diminutive 27" x 15' roll, a corner of your place is all that your gonna get covered. Which is probably more than enough to make your point.

From: http://aimeewilder.bigcartel.com/product/analog-nights

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

EMINEM - RELAPSE art


Let's hope the album is as good as the art work. This is pretty dope (pun intended)

Monday, April 20, 2009

THEY LIVE - 'My Weed'

Happy Holiday...

Snackrifice!!!

So after you get your holiday celebration on there's only one thing to do today. Get your ass out in the sun and head to GOODS. Today is the last day of GOODS' 6 year anniversary celebration weekend and arguably the best. My guys are takin care of all you little weed heads out there by lacing free samples all day of a limited edition GOODS X Molly Moons ice cream flavor. No you didn't hit the bong too hard, that's what I said, GOODS flavored ice cream. If this isn't the most brilliant co-promotion I've ever heard of, I don't know what is. The secret flavor is in honor of both GOODS' 6 year anniversary, and the opening of the new Molly Moons location off Cal Anderson Park on the hill(cash cow[no pun intended]). So after you get your munch on at the shop, and most likely re-up somewhere around the park, get your dancing shoes on cause GOODS is commin at you for round two. Tonight is the final event. The Official 6 year anniversary party featuring two legendary DJ's in Craze and Klever at the War Room. Wear your holiday best, this is an event not to be missed. Show jumps off at 9. Door is five bucks or free with limited GOODS invitation. There were 100 invites printed, and my man George informed me last night that there are less than 20 left between the two stores so ask for one with your ice cream.
GOODS is located at: 1112 Pike St.
Molly Moons is located at: 1622 ½ N 45th St
War Room is located at: 722 E Pike St


*UPDATE: I just got a text from Molly's new Pastry Chef. The Flavor is called GOODS' Gold. It is a rich chocolate ice cream with chunks of home made caramel. I aint missin this!*

Happy Holiday!!

Sunday, April 19, 2009

Back Again For The Very First Time

Tonight's the night. The World famous Yo Son! reunion show. Those of you that were here in December remember the first attempt at this show was canceled due to snow. Well Scene and DV are making up for it tonight. One night, Scene and DV(old crew) at Chop Suey(old venue). This also happens to fall in the middle of sponsor GOODS' 6 year anniversary weekend(and monday), so expect to see some familiar faces in the building. The Event is RSVP only, and I'll provide links to RSVP below. This event's been running for nearly 10 years, what's one more night?

Chop Suey is located at: 1325 E Madison St. Seattle, WA 98122
RSVP at: NamSteady@gmail.com or ZacSteady@gmail.com

Saturday, April 18, 2009

Jon Humphries Photography Show at GOODS.


Heads up to all of you that are out bouncing around enjoying record store day, lets not forget about our sneakers. The cats over at GOODS are hosting an open photography show in the shop for Jon Humphries. The show starts at 6pm. GOODS will be providing beer, miscreants, and skate photos galore. Check it out at The Pubs or swing by the shop and help GOODS start the celebration for their 6th anniversary(More to come on this later).
GOODS is located at 1112 Pike St. Seattle, WA 98101

I Don't Rock Gems I Spit Them


The homie John just gave me the heads up that for today his shop Gems in Pioneer Square will be holding a one day pop up sale. What this means to you is $20 Alifes, $5 Claes, and more kicks than you can shake a stick at. With friends like these, there's no reason you can't stay looking fly even through the worst of recessions.
Gems is located at 617 Western AVE. In Pioneer Square, Seattle

Go support your local record store.


Today is official Record Store Day. It's an important one day a year to take and reflect on how shitty our lives would be if we didn't have our record stores around us. To help you celebrate most Seattle record stores are offering deals to entice even the most hesitant of record diggers. Here's the list of where to be and why (Which I ripped off from Megan Seling at The Stranger. Thank you).

*Both locations of Easy Street will be taking 20% off everything in the store (except exclusive Record Store Items and those items already on sale).

*Both locations of Sonic Boom will have a sidewalk sale, as well as other awesome sales in the store. They're also going to have screenprinting. You can bring an item for screenprinting with you, or buy a t-shirt from them for $5. It's free, but they're asking for donations (all of which will be handed over to the Rock School scholarship fund). And if you take your Ballard store receipt to Bop Street on Ballard Ave, you get 20% off there too. They're also donating 10% of gross sales to the Seattle City School's Music Program.

*All Silver Platters locations will be taking 20% off all new and used vinyl, new DVDs, as well as offering one-day-only DVD specials.

*Everyday Music is taking 10% off all regularly priced new items and 20% off all used CDs, DVDs & vinyl.

*Wall of Sound is taking 18% off everything in the store.

And here's where all the free, live music can be found throughout the day!

Easy Street Records, Queen Anne
3 pm: Dex Romweber Duo
5 pm: The Moondoggies
7:30 pm: Sweet Water

Easy Street Records, West Seattle
9:30 pm: Wolves in the Throne Room ($5, 21+)

Silver Platters, Queen Anne
2 pm: The Romance
3 pm: Barton Carroll
4 pm: The Toadies

Sonic Boom, Ballard
12:00 DJ Woogie "D"
1:00 Peter Blecha
2:00 Say Hi
4:00 Vetiver
5:00 Andy Harms (107.7 the End)
6:00 DJ Stupid Fresh

Sonic Boom, Capitol Hill
2 pm: Cheryl Waters (DJ set)
3 pm: Telekinesis
5 pm: DJ El Torro

Friday, April 17, 2009

In More Bullshit News...


Seattle rapper Fatal Lucciauno is now officially removed from the Dyme Def bill on April 25th (Despite what the flyers say). This is a real big blow for one of Seattle's up and coming talents. No one is releasing any official information on the call, but what we do know is this; The call came from someone at The Crocodile, and Fatal was removed due to fear of gang affiliation from the Chop Suey incident. Its a real shame to see this happen, not only for Fatal but for the city as a whole. For as long as I can remember The Crocodile has been a rockers mecca, and all but off limits to Hip-Hop heads. With the new ownership and the new look this was an opportunity for The Croc to reach out to Seattle's growing Hip-Hop scene, and really establish themselves as a viable venue for not just Rock, but for all music in Seattle. This was one of those "you only get once" opportunities for The Croc. Benito of Soul Gorilla gift wraped them one of the better local bills of the year, and an opportunity to help one of Seattle's most gifted rappers get his feet back on the ground after a rough couple of years. The choice is simple. Either you establish yourself as the type of venue that is there for its artists and willing to step outside of its comfort zone to put on a great show; or you become one of those by the books venues that host the same safe shows, never really fail, never really break any big artists, and is oft times forgotten rather quickly. The old crocodile was the former, it was famous for that. This is a very scary sign that the new Crocodile will be the later. Although Fatal will be missed, this line up is not to be. Dyme Def, The Saturday Knights, OneBeLo, Spaceman and D. Black. Hosted by Gats, and holding down the boards is main man Marc Sense. April 25th @ The Crocodile. $10 adv

Happy Birthday

Today we want to wish a special happy birthday shout out to one of CSaB's favorites Melissa Darby. If it wasn't for Meli I probably wouldn't have shit to do with this hip-hop game, and I know I'm not the only one who can say that. If you see Meli out on the streets this weekend buy her a drink or seven, a girl only turns fourteen once.

Monday, April 13, 2009

A Decent Looking Jordan Hybrid?

Minus a few of the AJF's (ahem 3's...I copped), all the Jordan Hybrids have been booty. Like straight up doo doo. But, today I came across photos of a pretty fuckin fresh hybrid, the Jordan 16.5.

These contain a lot more elements of the Jordan 16 than 17, but all in all they look really dope. The attention to detail is pretty impressive, even including 'Jordan' in braille on the heel. For a pair of hoop kicks these are fire. They are clean and also look to be really lightweight and comfortable. And of course the black/red colorway is unfuckwittable. By far the best looking '.5' Jordan brand has hap-hazardly thrown together.


[rant] I will still look MJ in the face and tell him his brand is falling off with all the new half-assed crap they've been putting out lately. Their ratio of good vs. bad hybrids/re-releases/new shit is piss poor. Stick to the script Jordan brand...less is more. Remember when you used to release one sneaker a year and they were the hottest commodity on the block? Who gives a shit about how many sneakers you can sell, think about how many of those shit designs should have never left the drawing board. Honestly. [/rant]

I love it when hotels do this kinda shit

There's nothing worse than when a hotel or restaurant goes all out on a uniform and doesn't supply their staff with shoes. You got some hot cocktailer all done up in a nice top, those sexy black slacks that make their asses look so nice, and then a beat up old pair of black sketchers. Lately we've seen both The Hilton in Hawaii and those pod hotels in Japan and New York partner with New Balance to release exclusive "ee" (employee edition) models and color ways. Not to be outdone the ever hip Ace Hotel has taken a similar route with their new Palm Springs location. Ace has partnered with Arkitip and Generic Supplies to release this deck shoe of sorts. The shoe is made from an new type of mesh material made to both breath in the hot sun, and dry quickly from any pool side accidents. These shoes are also made with a slip resistant sole making them excellent to work in. It ls a great looking shoe that really captures the feel of a Palm Springs resort. Further more unlike their predecessors these staff shoes will be available to the public with a custom tote bag for $85. Another home run for Ace Hotels.

What are you listening to this summer?

So begins my new found obsession with cassette tapes. These things are like three for a dollar at the pawn shop!!! More will come of this. Keep posted for pictures of an exclusive one off Walkman by Weirdo, and information on limited edition CSaB mixTAPES.

Saturday, April 11, 2009

Wii Believe

I gotta say when Nike first dropped its Nintendo Wii pack last month I wasn't too impressed. The Blazer and Air Force 2's are far from my favorite silhouettes. But Just when I think it cant get any worse Nike does something like this...and totally redeems themselves. The second half of the pack drops today including an Air Max 95 and the gem of the pack, the Sky Force.

Rumor has it that wearing these sneaks will add 10 pins to your drunkin 4a.m. Wii Bowling score.