Change can strike terror in many at the most, and at the very least can even cause those most welcoming of it to flinch. For as much a constant as change is, it also can suffocate in too much of it, creating a chaos that’s more cacophony than the symphony your life needs. I say […]
Read more2013’s Best: The Top Moments in Hip-Hop
If only we weren’t limited to ten. Hip-hop had a huge year, from Twitter beefs to chart-breaking albums, from the new paupers-turned-princes of hip-hop – but don’t think the last gawd is to remain unspoken for. We’re talking marriage proposals via YouTube — sans any corny flash mobs — hospital visits and riots, and a […]
Read more2013’s Best: The Brands That Made You Dance
There’s no question that 2013 has been a developing year in fashion and style. Who would have even thought this time, last year, we would be sporting leather jogging pants or long sleeve tees that have an abundance of cartoonish icons slapped onto them? From the OG brands of streetwear to the brands making a […]
Read more2013’s Best: Hip-Hop Fails
As humans it’s inevitable that we all make mistakes. Lucky for the majority of us, we are nobodies. Send a dick pic to your girlfriend’s mom on accident? No biggie. Throw up on yourself while drunk? Don’t trip. Hit a parked car? Who cares. It’s a totally different scenario for people in the spotlight. Their […]
Read more2013’s Best: The Fashion Trends
2013 was the year of the high-low steelo, with fashion trends embracing the homogenous mash-up that high fashion and streetwear are looking more and more to be. It truly was a fun year for hip hop and street fashion, as the cross-over appeal between the high fashion houses and cool guy streetwear produced aesthetics that […]
Read moreThe Freshest Class 2013: UPXUNDR
Representing the anchor leg of this feature is UPXUNDR (pronounced ‘up and under’), a brand that does well by taking your run of the mill silhouettes in baseball jerseys and tall tees, and leveling them up to stylish, fashion forward pieces. They do this well by applying crucial levels of taste, creativity, and a subtly […]
Read moreJUNYA MAFIA With the Fresh Video Lookbook “Drop” for their Fall/Winter ’13 Collection
See what I did there in the title? ‘Drop’, get it? Look, if you aren’t in the know about the Spike Jonze directed music video for The Pharcyde’s “Drop”, then please get to clickin’ HERE and get familiar. After doing so, check the lookbook video for JUNYA MAFIA’s inaugural Fall/Winter 2013 collection above and […]
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A Visual Journey Through Fall 2013 Trends
After what seemed like a never-ending, sweltering conclusion to the Summer, we’re finally starting to see temperatures start to dip, colors start to transform, and sweaters being rocked. All of which can only mean one thing – cuffing season it’s time for Fall. Now if you still find yourself in a daze from this past […]
Read moreHennessy VS x The Agency Group: A VMA Pre Party
MTV’s Video Music Awards kicked off a little early with a pre celebration last night at the Avenue in New York City. The event was presented by our friends at Hennessy and The Agency Group. Can we get a hashtag TU, because the night featured a live performance from Wiz Khalifa with some help from […]
Read moreRecap: 2013 UCLA JazzReggae Fest – Jam Day
This past weekend, we were able to check out Jam Day of the UCLA JazzReggae Festival. The temps were just right, the crowd was filled with nothing but good vibes and the music throughout the day helped ring in the warm, carefree atmosphere that summertime is all about. As for the musical performances, the talent […]
Read more2013 UCLA JazzReggae Festival, 5/26/13 – 5/27/13
Now in its 27th year, the UCLA JazzReggae Festival is goin’ down this Memorial Day weekend. Get ready to kick off the Summer concert season right with such amazing acts like Common, Santigold, and The Grouch & Eligh on Sunday’s Jam Day, and Ziggy Marley, Barrington Levy, and Mr. Vegas on Monday’s Reggae Day. Besides […]
Read moreRock The Bells 2013 Announcement Party
On May 14th, The House of Blues in Hollywood hosted the annual announcement party for Rock The Bells. Marking the 10-year anniversary for the Hip-Hop festival, the venue was buzzing with excitement. The evening opened with a video montage comprised of footage spanning Rock The Bells’ history thus far. Featuring commentary from past artists such […]
Read moreXXL’s Freshman Class of 2013
For the Freshman Class of 2013, XXL immediately sparks debate with two words emblazoned boldly on their cover: BEST EVER?. As with all lists, it’s highly and naturally debatable. Which is what the comments section below is perfect for. So what say you vigilant readers? We’d love to get your thoughts for this year’s XXL […]
Read moreRADisRAD and So Is the Summertime
Purveyors of the fine art of randomness, RADisRAD, have released a few visuals to give us all a glimpse into what they’ve got planned for this Summer. Whether you’re coolin’ out in their tanks while giving dap to a seal as you stroll down the beach, or you’re grubbin’ at your typical barbecue with the […]
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Read moreWorld Of Dance – Industry Awards 2013
The biggest names in the hip-hop dance community will gather on Sunday January 20th inside the beautiful Belasco Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles. Expect some local celebrities to hit the red carpet, including some of your favorite stars from YouTube, television, and movies. Many of the awards will be dedicated to the talented breakdancers out […]
Read moreI got 5 on it!
New Years Eve is here! Do you know what you’re going to wear to bring in 2013? If you need some help check out our top 5 picks of fashion trends in 2012. 5) All Black Everything Some of our favorite artist and designers were rocking that sleek black look this year. From thick leather […]
Read moreTop 5 DJ Mixtapes of 2012
As we close out another great year in music, let’s take a look back at some of the mixtapes that we couldn’t stop listening to. These DJ’s sure have a talent for making us groove, turn up, or just chill. If these top 5 are not in your iPod, don’t wait until 2013, download them […]
Read moreHappy Holla Days Event Recap
Last Saturday, The 5th Element crew got a chance to stop by the Happy Holla Days event at The Attic in Buena Park. It was a great event benefiting Toys for Tots with lots of giveaways, great food provided by the NWA Truck, fresh cuts from Rosewood Cutters and of course a few models from […]
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