With FILA and hip-hop culture enjoying a dynamic and storied rapport with one another throughout the years, it comes as no surprise that the shoe company pays appropriate homage to the pillar of graffiti arts in its latest release entitled, the “All-City Pack”. In graffiti culture, to be “all-city” meant that the writer was of […]
Read moreRECAP: Jeff Staple Sits Down With FAFI for His 1-2-1 Series
A vibrant crowd gathered outside of the Art Theatre in Long Beach last Wednesday night. Artists with fresh paint stuck on their clothes, patrons of the art scene and longtime fans of FAFI, the internationally known French artist. One could almost say she is the female equivalent of Sheppard Fairey, creator of Obey, in terms […]
Read moreRECAP: Dinner & A Mixtape x Pow! Wow! Long Beach
DJ Neil Armstrong brought his coveted Dinner & A Mixtape series to Downtown Long Beach, CA this past Monday night. In collaboration with the art movement Pow! Wow! hitting Long Beach, the night of tunes and good eats took place at our favorite local gastropub, The Federal Bar.
Read moreWalls on the Street: Pow! Wow! Long Beach
On Wednesdays, everyone celebrates a woman crush. Here at The 5th, on Wednesdays we pay homage to our graffiti arts section and share our favorite wall of the week. In our series called “Walls on the Street”, we showcase murals and paintings that deserve to be in the spotlight. As noted earlier on the site, Pow! Wow! has […]
Read moreRockin’ With The 5th: Jorge Rivas of 3 Shibuya
Jorge Rivas is a seasoned vet in the clothing and streetwear industry who’s allowed his love for hip-hop culture to influence every aspect of his brand, 3 Shibuya. We sat down with Jorge to discuss the background behind the brand and also how his appreciation for hip-hop has lead to the manifestation of the […]
Read morePow! Wow! Long Beach 2015
Continuing this constant Cali weather change, the heatwaves are at an all-time high and summertime in the LBC just got better. Previously exclusive to the islands of Hawai’i, Pow! Wow! has made its way to the mainland, and Sunday marked the first day of Pow! Wow! Long Beach. What’s in store is a weeklong celebration […]
Read moreWalls on the Street: Fin DAC
On Wednesdays, everyone celebrates a woman crush. Here at The 5th, on Wednesdays we pay homage to our graffiti arts section and share our favorite wall of the week. In our series called “Walls on the Street”, we showcase murals and paintings that deserve to be in the spotlight. Hailing from Cork and by way of […]
Read moreWalls on the Street: KOSO
On Wednesdays, everyone celebrates a woman crush. Here at The 5th, on Wednesdays we pay homage to our graffiti arts section and share our favorite wall of the week. In our series called “Walls on the Street”, we showcase murals and paintings that deserve to be in the spotlight. In the second week of kicking off […]
Read moreWalls on the Street: The Jump-off Edition
On Wednesdays, everyone celebrates a woman crush. Here at The 5th, on Wednesdays we pay homage to our graffiti arts section and share our favorite wall of the week. Kicking off a new series called “Walls on the Street”, we’ll showcase murals and street paintings that deserve to be in the spotlight. So keep coming […]
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The 5th Element Magazine Presents: “Woman Good, Lady Better” (Spring/Summer 2015 Issue)
To all our readers, we proudly present to you our Spring/Summer issue for 2015, which gives a unique and crucial highlight to many of the dynamic and outstanding females that help shape hip-hop culture and lifestyle through their various gifts and talents. This issue is entitled, “Woman Good, Lady Better”, and is our special shout out […]
Read moreRECAP: Brandalism x illest LA Opening Show
On a night that the weatherman predicted we stay home, we instead found our way to the heart of Little Tokyo. With last Friday, February 27th, marking the opening day of Brandalism, the crowd buzzed in and out of the illest LA boutique. With illest curating this month long event, Brandalism showcases the talents of Antonio […]
Read moreAll Gone Book 2014 North American Tour
After 365 days, the All Gone Book is back again and on its ninth edition providing the world with an in-depth look at the most sought after items in street culture for 2014. See the entire North American tour list after the jump.
Read moreOn The Radar: Pow! Wow! Hawaii 2015
“Pow! Wow!” sounds like words that pop out of a comic book. But, it links to graffiti and the arts more than we know. As explained by the curators of Pow! Wow! Hawaii, “Pow” means the impact of art it has on a person and “Wow” relates to the reaction of the viewer. The words […]
Read moreAll Due Respect: Marvel Comics x Run the Jewels
Rap’s hard-nosed duo, Run the Jewels, teams up with Marvel to inspire two new issue covers for “Deadpool” and “Howard the Duck,” respectively. Longtime comic book fans themselves, Killer Mike and El-P claim that while the covers are certainly an honor, it doesn’t mean they didn’t geek out once the news became official. A collaboration […]
Read moreOlloclip Features a Host of Creatives For New Video Promotion of 4-in-1 Lens for iPhone 6 and 6+
Olloclip’s recently dropped a dope new visual to promote their new 4-in-1 lens system for the iPhone 6 and 6+. Employing the help of awesome talents like the dance duo of Matt & Dana, pro-skateboarder Jamie Thomas and LA-based street artist Paige Smith, Olloclip is able to showcase all of the cool features their 4-in-1 […]
Read moreSummoners War: Street Level Up
Fans of Melbourne-based street artist Meggs, will be glad to know that he’s recently cooked up some madness by way of a massive mural in Los Angeles’ Arts District. The 2,000 square foot canvas served as Meggs’ office setup for the marathon painting session that resulted in a monstrous eyegasm depicting well-known characters from the […]
Read moreFilipino Street Art Project: Manileños
For most of us, we may never get to see the other side of the globe or how the rest of the world lives. But no matter how far-off or distant, we are still intricately connected. With our own set of experiences, trials and tribulations, everyone has a story waiting to be heard. For two […]
Read moreSaxxon Studios Presents: Whitehouse Projects
An artist can come in many shapes and forms, and society has found a way to compartmentalize “the artist”. Trying to break free from these categories, whether the street or classically trained artist, putting all artists under one roof can essentially shatter the stigma. Continuing this concept, this Saturday, November 1, 2014, Saxxon Studios presents […]
Read moreBlack Apple Gallery: Contraband 2
Calling all street art lovers and hip-hop fans alike, tonight Black Apple Gallery presents Contraband 2: A Night of Extraordinary Urban Street Art at the Sofitel Hotel Los Angeles in Beverly Hills, CA. Transforming the Riviera 31 Lounge, renowned street artists who have globally adorned the walls of many cities will have their art premiered […]
Read more#ArtofChase: A Hennessy Launch
Photos By: KirillWasHere (With exception to Ne-Yo and Amber Rose) On Thursday July 10th 2014, Hennessy shut down Hollywood Boulevard as the brand celebrated the official launch of the Hennessy V.S Limited Edition bottle by Shepard Fairey. LA hot spot Create nightclub served as the backdrop for the celebration. The night kicked off with an […]
Read moreBreaking Bread with Shepard Fairey x Hennessy
Photos Shot by: KirillWasHere On July 10, Hennessy made its West Coast presence known as the brand celebrated the official launch of the Hennessy V.S Limited Edition bottle designed by world-class contemporary artist Shepard Fairey.
Read moreRSVP : Red Bull Curates Canvas Cooler LA
Already in its third year, the Red Bull Curates have become an anticipated event in the art and graffiti world. This Thursday they present Canvas Cooler, a collection of 20 Los Angeles-based artists who were hand picked to design mini coolers filled with the nectar of the gods, Red Bull. These coolers will be permanently displayed […]
Read moreTrade Show Season Heads To Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Germany, Long Beach, Tokyo, and New York all have one thing in common around this time: the arrival of the fashion trade show season. Although most brands will gravitate towards the nearest one available to them, some buckle up and take a leap into foreign territories, which often gives them an advantage in […]
Read morePeep This: Jean-Michel Basquiat The Radiant Child
From Supreme shirts to shout outs from Jay Z, Basquiat is a household name for anyone who is a fan of art. In celebration of Black History Month, Hulu has given us a limited chance to watch Basquiat’s documentary “The Radiant Child”. Head over to the link now and school yourself on one of the […]
Read moreRedefined: The Revitalization of Downtown Santa Ana
It’s said the only constant in life is change. For Downtown Santa Ana (DTSA), it has been a culture and hub that truly embraces this idea. With an oncoming wave of new entrepreneurs, DTSA has been buzzing throughout Southern California, creating a fresh atmosphere for an area few would have guessed to be a […]
Read moreThe Genesis of “Visual Funk” – A Conversation with Jim Mahfood
“Visual Funk” was not only the first art exhibition of Jim Mahfood, but also a trajectory of a multifaceted, 20 year career from the St. Louis native. The exhibition made its debut at the Hero Complex Gallery from November 5-23, 2013. Comfortably nestled in Hollywood, the Hero Complex Gallery hosted the exhibition which was created […]
Read moreLeaders Of The New School
With new rappers emerging in the hip-hop game, there is a growing trend to stand out. But entertainment has always been about who reigns unique. If your music doesn’t differentiate you from Rapper A to Rapper B, then you better start rocking a look that can’t be imitated. It’s not a gimmick, it’s all part […]
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