Traveling through what seemed like an endless amount of studio sessions can be a typical lifestyle of a music producer, no less of one that’s as in-demand and talented as one that’s G.O.O.D. Music affiliated such as Benny Cassette. Signed to the noted musical outfit’s Very GOOD Beats division, Benny’s obvious gifts in the studio […]
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All my life I hustled just to get that moolah And stack my change up and go see the jeweler Standin’ in the kitchen I whip up that work Unless your aux cord game is anemic or you just choose to not pay attention to one of the most addictive songs of the past couple of […]
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When you think of breakdancing, the last thing you’d probably associate with it would be classical music. Well, thanks to Red Bull, that misconception is about to be turned on its head and spun around right into some air flairs and windmills, all due in part to their latest creation, the Red Bull Flying Bach. […]
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The Kobe Bryant tributes are reaching a fever pitch, and appropriately so, with his final season dwindling to but a few more games come April. Noted proud supporters of The Black Mamba, Los Angeles’ UPXUNDR has thrown in their ode to Bryant’s final season with today’s release of “The Farewell Tour” tee. Featuring a rock […]
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With Kobe Bryant’s swan song season nearing its end, it’s no doubt that the honor and tribute shown to the basketball great has been immense. From touching tributes at numerous opposing arenas throughout the country – places where Bryant had buried and twisted many a dagger shot countless times before – to think pieces, in-depth stories, […]
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I’m really not one for goodbyes. And frankly, who among us really is? The feeling of finality in a goodbye is scary, really. It’s an inescapable closure. The extra syllable in ‘good’ brings about a formality and completeness that’s saved exclusively for breakups, deaths, and all other somber resolutions. Think about it – when was the […]
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ILOVEMAKONNEN is a staple in a lot of our turn up playlists – fact. With his latest video for “Live For Real,” you can bet that this joint is another one to add. Featuring Makonnen getting his light Ruff Ryder vibe on through the streets of Los Angeles, the visuals for “Live For Real” really […]
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Purveyors of noted hertitage kicks, K-Swiss has perfected their lane for quite some time now. Further solidifying such a status, they’ve connected with iconic Philadelphia lifestyle boutique, UBIQ, to present a limited edition pack consisting of two premium versions of the K-Swiss GSTAAD model. The upgraded iterations include premium grade leather uppers, tonal lacing and […]
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Okay all you Sad Girls and Baby Dolls out there, the ladies over at HLZBLZ have got you covered this Spring ’16 season with their latest drop, LOCALS ONLY. The collection takes its inspo from the cult Los Angeles gang life flick, Mi Vida Loca. As such, you can expect major calidad, with a lot of cues […]
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FILA’s successful Heritage releases have always drummed up some good attention on the strength of good old nostalgia and engaging updates on their line of classics. This spring season, their “Pavement” pack is taking on the same cues of success, offering us contemporary takes on their M-Squad and Original Tennis models. The M-Squad takes on […]
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The future bass and beats scene is relatively new, with the past couple of years representing a rising wave of forward-thinking and sounding beatsmiths with imaginations as big as their bass drops and energy as dynamic as the 808’s and hi-hats that are indicative of the scene’s syrupy smooth or bombastically grand presentations. The in-between […]
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Watts, CA stand up! Mali Nicole is putting on for the city in more ways than one, whether it be through her burgeoning R&B career or letting her fashion sense dictate the moves of her new Central Ave Apparel line. We recently caught up with Mali Nicole, and with her evident passion for style, knew […]
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It’s February 23rd, 1995: the Stretch & Bobbito show was at the height of its cult following among those who knew what was really up, hip-hop’s golden era was in the midst of its second act, and two then barely known young and hungry emcees by the names of Big L and Jay Z […]
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Diamond Supply Co. has linked up with La Flame himself, Travis Scott, to release a capsule collection releasing tomorrow, February 20th, at PacSun retailiers. The collection is designed by Scott and feature pieces that will also be available exclusively at diamondsupplyco.com and at Diamond Supply stores in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York, starting […]
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The sirens you’re hearing go off in your head is the unofficial new Dilla shit alert, only alerting us when Detroit’s highness has some new new on deck. This time, we’re gifted with “The Introduction,” premiered by none other than Nas himself on Zane Lowe’s Beats 1 Radio Show this morning. Featuring longtime Jay Dee […]
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Toronto has garnered quite a reputation for itself in churning out a few musical charmers, what with their Pied Piper, Drake, leading the way for the better part of the decade now. Since then, the T Dot has borne pseudo-crooners of the same ilk in PARTYNEXTDOOR, Tory Lanez, and Majid Jordan. The latter of which […]
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In honor of February being Dilla Month, I’ve got my own Dilla related story to contribute: Let’s take a little trip back in time to my 16 year old self. It’s the summer of 2000, right around the height of my backpacker phase. No, not the Patagonia rocking, Clif Bar stashing, trailblazing type. What I’m […]
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The dialogue regarding police brutality and race relations in this country is on-going and a crucial conversation to be had to create any semblance of peace and understanding for all parties involved. A few months ago, Daye Jack joined this poignant discussion by debuting his take on the situation through the song, “Hands Up,” featuring noted […]
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Why trust a groundhog today to forecast your weather when your local meteorologist AND mobile app can’t even do the same? Whether it be an extended winter or a spring soon to be on deck, having a fresh wardrobe to help you transition between the seasons is a major key. Thankfully, WeMadeItNY has got your back with […]
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The Internet is really an amazing entity. Something that I’ve always pictured as a next level, lit af Zordon, if ever personified. Really. Earlier this week, it brought us the 0 to 100 Twitter beef between Kanye West and Wiz Khalifa/Amber Rose. Long story short, Ye was poppin’ off per his usual self and wylin’ on […]
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Blizzards, snow storms and varied forms of typical winter weather have made their presence known throughout the rest of the country lately, causing all affected to collectively shake their fists in the air at the ferocity with which it has struck. Meanwhile, out here in Southern California, a crisp 60-something degrees has locals reaching for their […]
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Los Angeles based Rustic Dime has got some new offerings this season and have stepped up their level of design and style, making sure to live up to their penchant for quality denim and pants, “One Dime At A Time.” With unique takes on the biker denim style and distressed denim, while also boasting new […]
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Ultra-luxe shoe brand, BUSCEMI, linked with like-feathered high-end retail spot, colette, to present a special limited-edition sneaker for Spring/Summer 2016. How limited you ask? Try a scant 24 pairs worldwide. The collaborative pairing has produced an effort that still champions the expressive values of streetwear, without sacrificing the luxurious quality that both brands do so masterfully. “The […]
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In a shocking turn of events last night, Yasiin Bey, better known as Mos Def, announced his retirement from the entertainment industry. Bowing out of the spotlight by way of an audio recording that mostly addressed his recent legal situation in South Africa on kanyewest.com, the man many have to come to know over the years as […]
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Stampd and PUMA already have established a chemistry with their collaborations that produce nothing but top notch products. In this connection’s latest go-around, they continue to consistently impress with their take on the sleek Blaze of Glory model. At a glance you see a murdered out pair of your next go-to’s in your rotation. But look closer […]
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For DJ Khaled, the height of accomplishment that he’s currently living in these days is rare air to breathe. Through the canvas of Snapchat, Khaled’s painted a masterpiece detailing an addicting scene of one’s motivational trip to outright success – something no current icon of culture has managed to do yet on the social platform. Thanks to his mastery […]
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Picture yourself being inspired by a mood board filled with character, quality, taste, and liveliness. The curation is key, yet what’s presented is up to your own imagination and interpretation. This concept is the driving force behind Good Posture, a brand who’s evident characteristics are what have become the main draw for many of […]
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