Where The Wild Things Are

Here is the breathtaking trailer for Spike Jonze's adaptation of, one of my favourite childhood books, "Where The Wild Things Are". The use of the old Arcade Fire song "Wake Up" is inspired and gives the trailer a truly spine-tingling feel. I've always admired Spike Jonze's work with Club Homeboy, Freestylin' Magazine, Girl Skateboards, Jackass, Grand Royal, his Photography, Music Videos and some of the greatest Skate Films of all time but I've never been a fan of his Feature Films so hopefully this one will live up to my expectations.

Classic Kicks - New Logo

Here's the new logo from my friends at New York's friendliest sneaker boutique Classic Kicks. This time they go with a nice homage to Mr. Zog's Sex Wax (not quite sure what the relevance of surfing to downtown Manhattan is but it looks real nice!) . . . See you guys in January

Kenny Powers

"I'm just an average man with exceptional hair"

Old & New

Head Porter iPod Case

I'm loving these new animal print iPod cases from Head Porter. I noticed that in Tokyo nearly everyone seems to carry some form of Head Porter accessory; from business men to school kids!

The Beatles x Bathing Ape

Following on from The Beatles x Comme Des Garcons project comes another collaboration with the Fab Four's estate, this time with another Japanese label - A Bathing Ape. Nigo has always been a very public Beatles fanatic so the only thing surprising about this new line is the fact it took so long! For me it's the first appealing product I've seen from the Apes for a few years.

Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 7

It's so good to have Larry back and more painful than ever! The Season 7 story arc is based around a Seinfeld reunion special which sees the famous four back together for the first time in over 11 years ... Gold!

Supreme x Thrasher

Been a long time coming!

Fracture

Some really nice apparel & accessories from local skate brand Fracture. Check out their full range at: http://www.routeone.co.uk/Store/Brands/Brand-is-Fracture/

Lil Wayne "The Carter" Documentary

This looks like a fascinating documentary following a truly insane maverick. Like most small movies, of this nature, it'll probably never open in UK cinemas so looks like a long wait until the dvd.

New Promos

I have so much new stuff to work my way through, it's a bit like homework!

The Art of Shoe Stores

Some independent footwear retailers are more like art galleries than retail outlets, here is a small selection of some stunning interior design.

La Renard

Billy Rohan Supreme Mini Ramp

A couple of months ago Supreme set up a temporary mini ramp in their Soho base. It's now been dismantled but here's some footage of Billy Rohan just before it was taken down...

Supreme Collection Pt.2

Sean Cliver

Great interview with Skateboard artistic legend Sean Cliver. Check out his book "Disposable" for a skate graphic history lesson.

Spongebob Bearbrick

Spongebob Squarepants is a ledge but this is some seriously freaky vinyl right here, I think it would give Rudy nightmares!

Yankees Win The World Series

The Yankees won the 105th World Series at the new Yankee Stadium by beating the Phillies 7-3. NYC was at fever-pitch during the play-offs so it must've gone off big style this week! New York is a true baseball city through & through.

Latest NYC Trip Part 5

Latest NYC Trip Part 4

Jen & Nick owners of Classic Kicks

Latest NYC Trip Part 3

New Vans

Yankee game at Epstein's

BB, Miles & Leo - Pryce's homecoming at Lit

The Legendary Chad Koeplinger at New York Adorned

Latest NYC Trip Part 2

Latest NYC Trip Part 1

My Apartment

Epstein's

Step Back In Time ...

While looking through some old boxes in my office I came across an old T-Shirt and Ticket stub from when I first saw The Ramones. I was blown away when I saw the date was exactly 20 years ago ... Where does time go? Joey Ramone has since passed away & the venue (Bristol Studio) is long gone.

Supreme Collection Pt.1

The first time I visited New York, back in 1994, I could only find one independent skate store in the whole city - Supreme.
Having been fortunate enough to re-visit the city, several times each year, I have appeared to accumulated a sizeable collection of random items from the now legendary skate brand.

World's most Expensive Heelflip?

Louis Flip from ibn jasper on Vimeo.

So what do you do if your Kanye's personal Barber & he hooks you up with a fresh pair of $1140 Louis Vuitton sneakers and a $8250 Louis Vuitton Stephen Sprouse Skateboard ... ? You slip those joints on and pop out a killer Heelflip that's what - Respect to Jasper for making LV fiends the world-over cry!

New Thirsty Thursdays Promo Campaign

Every Thursday Night at Po-Na-Na, 8 North Parade, Bath, BA2 4AL, UK.
Insane Party Night - Come check it out!
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Bathclubnights
Facebook Group: Thirsty Thursdays At Po-Na-Na

Mini Top 5 s

Nike Vintage Blazer Hi

Nike Sportswear have just released these stunning "vintage-style" Blazers in premium mottled leather. They also happen to come in my two favorite colourways - White/Red and White/Black. Featuring the original Blazer silhouette, with the fat swoosh, these look a whole lot nicer than the Footlocker retros from 2001.

Ian Brown "Stellify"

Ian Brown may well have been the frontman in one of the greatest short-lived bands ever but his solo work continues to impress me every time he releases new material.

The Heavy

Congratulations to my boys THE HEAVY for bagging the front cover of "Notion" magazine this month. Go grab a copy for an insightful read. The new album "THE HOUSE THAT DIRT BUILT" is released on 5th October and they'll be heading out on tour for the following dates:

Oct 21- The Echo/ Los Angeles ... Oct 23 – Casbah / San Diego
Oct 24 – The Bank Club / San Jose ... Oct 27 – Slim’s / San Francisco
Oct 29 – Doug Fir Lounge / Portland ... Oct 30 – The Crocodile / Seattle
Nov 02 – World Café Live / Philadelphia ... Nov 05 – Great Scott / Boston
Nov 07 - 9 2Y Tribeca / New York City

http://www.theheavy.co.uk http://www.myspace.com/theheavy73

Stonehenge

On the way home from a family function in Downton yesterday I stopped by Stonehenge for the first time in years. Despite the hundreds of tourists it still makes a fascinating place to visit.

New York City - Remembering 9 11

New York City - Home Of The Bravest

Supreme x Vans - Half Cabs

Here's a look at one (of two) styles of the next upcoming collaboration between Supreme & Vans Off The Wall. Taking the classic Half Cab once again, this time with an all-over checkerboard print (which is fine by me!). These remind me of the amazing BMX-Inspired Half Cabs Supreme did a few years ago. Tasty!

I miss ... Tokyo

It's been just over a year since my most recent visit to Japan & I'm really getting itchy feet to get back over there again. Unfortunately, for me, the Yen is so strong against the British Pound right now it looks as though it certainly be a while before I get a chance to take that 12 hour flight once again. Here's a small selection of pics from that last trip...

Supreme A/W 09

It's that time of year again ... Supreme unveil a teaser selection for their upcoming A/W season. The first drop will launch on Thursday 3rd September in NY/LA and Saturday 5th September in Japan. Although this is their largest preview yet there are many more amazing items they haven't revealed including some awesome collaborations. Stay tuned.

DJ AM R.I.P

I've just returned from holiday to hear the sad news that DJ AM aka Adam Goldstein passed away on Friday 28th August 2009. Adam was a pioneering DJ cutting up House, Hip Hop, Rock, Indie & 80s styles & a big influence. He was also a big time sneaker head & was about to launch his own Dunk Hi for Nike (in his own words "a dream come true").

Oasis Split

After over 15 years of sibling rivalry it looks like Noel has finally had enough & called it a day on being the lynchpin of Oasis. This comes as very sad news for British music as (Love them or Hate them) Oasis were definitely one of the finest we ever had.
Having been fortunate enough to see them play live 40 times, since they played Bath's Moles Club in March 94, you never quite knew what you were gonna get from an Oasis gig but it was always a proper Rock'n'Roll show for sure!
Don't look back in anger Noel ...

Hasta La Vista

Off to catch some overdue sunshine! See ya soon ...

Takashi Kumagai Leopard Aviation Collection

How awesome are these!!!

Andy Kessler R.I.P

Original NYC Legend

http://nymag.com/nymetro/news/sports/features/11956/

World's Largest

Skateboard

Jeans


Shoe

Starks Chomper Laces

Congratulations to my boys Leo & Alex for pulling off the accessory of the year! Their collaboration with KAWS has finally released after they told me about it back in August 2008. Strictly limited to Original Fake dealerships including the stunning O.F boutique in Aoyama. For information on Starks in the UK email polkadotagency@gmail.com.
Nice one guys!

Deathbowl To Downtown

Having premiered in NYC back in May this movie appeared to have no sign of actually being released. Now there's a rumor it's releasing on DVD in the States mid-September so hopefully the UK will also get to see this fascinating documentary about New York City skateboarding.

http://www.deathbowltodowntown.com

New Season

Unbelievably it's the start of the new football season already - Summer seems to get shorter every year in this country! Bristol City's opening game was to Preston away and we drew 2-2 which sounded kinda unlucky considering we were 2-0 up until the 82nd minute! Looks like another 8 months of stress to look forward to then!

Step Back In Time ...

Supreme New York 1994

Lil' bit of NY Skate History for those who weren't around 15 years ago

Chocolate Pepper Land

Being a lifelong Beatles fan I'm loving this set of decks from Chocolate. My auntie was one of the illustrators on the Yellow Submarine movie so I'm sure she'll be flattered!

Shiny Disco Wheels

I'm not a great fan of the Three Stripes but these wild Promodels from designer Jeremy Scott really caught my attention. Looking like something straight outta "Saturday Night Fever" you're gonna have to really dress down to pull these bad boys off!

MCA - Get Well Soon

Adam Yaunch - "MCA" from The Beastie Boys sadly has discovered a cancerous tumor in his salivary gland. He's due to have surgery this week so get well soon Adam.
The Beasties have been firm faves of mine since Licence To Ill dropped in 1986 and are always amazing live so I'm looking forward to 2010 with the release of "Hot Sauce Committee Part 1" and possible UK dates.
Here's a great old pic of Adam with the Dalai Lama (rocking a classic Supreme coach - nice!)

Vinti Andrews for Nike

Yesterday I saw these cool creations by artist/designer/ex Central St. Martins student Vinti Andrews. Both the pitbull and the Stepper bike are made entirely of Nike Dunks. Apparently the pitbull has a companion at Loveless in Aoyama, Tokyo.

http://www.vintiandrews.com/

Premier "New Faces" Shoot

Shoot for 5 of Premier's "New Faces"
Hair by Amber-Rose, Makeup by Maddie Austin, Photography by Cameron James Wilson

New Promo of the Week

Kasabian "Where Did All The Love Go" Remix package.

Ron Burgundy Dunks

Anchorman's Ron Burgundy is the tenuous inspiration for this latest release.
Nike SB apparently can't just pick nice colours, there has to be some kind of story behind every shoe. Anyway, it's a nice clean shoe & a quality movie so ... "Stay Classy San Diego"

Sir Bobby R.I.P

Sir Bobby Robson 1933 - 2009

New Addition at Dean Lane Skatepark / Fun Day

Steep little bank, with vert, at the top of the park

Next D.L.H Fun Day at Bedminster

AJ3 UK Release Date

Air Jordan III True Blue Retro - UK Release Date Saturday 8th August 2009

Leopards vs Snakes

Leopards
Snakes

UNION NYC / STUSSY NYC

Back in January the manager of Union told me of a proposed plan to turn the Spring St store into a new Stussy Chapter Store. This news finally became official today as Stussy have set a date of August 24th as the opening of the new store.

This is really sad news as Union was the original street culture store in Soho & has always been a regular stop-off for me over the past 15 years. Union opened at 172 Spring St, NY in 1989 as James Jebbia's first venture upon arriving in the city. Trading in imported lines, their own range and rare sneakers (Joe was running the Dappa Dan custom Uptowns years before anyone else jumped back on it!) Union rapidly became a downtown icon. In 2007 Union moved to a slightly larger store two doors down and cut down on the European labels to increase more upscale Japanese brands.

Stussy obviously needs a major presence in NYC and has been seriously missed since the Wooster St store's lease expired last summer but it's a shame it comes at the cost of Union. Even though he also runs Stussy NY, I guess in this economic climite even Mr Jebbia's mini-empire isn't bulletproof.

Union NYC 1989 - 2009 R.I.P

Vans - Hurry Up Already!!!

VANS VAULT CHUKKA DEL BARCO.

At the start of the year when I first saw these beauties, scheduled for Fall/Winter 09, I was really hoping that Vans would push these forward to an early Summer release as they have "June evening BBQ boats" written all over them! Sadly we have to wait & hope the UK decides to grace us with an Indian Summer in Sept/Oct.

MetroFarm

These stunning DJ Tables from Berlin's MetroFarm are so slick. Wouldn't it be nice if clubs in England looked after us DJs like this!

Clarks Originals

Hailing from our neck of the woods, Clarks Originals have always been (and will always be) straight-up classics. Ive been wearing them since school and still do!

Christian Hosoi

It's awesome to see Christian Hosoi still rippin' it at the age of 41 (gives us all hope!) One of the most naturally gifted skaters I ever had the chance to witness in action.

Air Jordan III True Blue - Imminent Re-Release

AJIII True Blue 2009 Retro

Lily Allen rockin' the 3s

My pair of 2001 Retros

Jordan fans all over the planet are getting hype for the soon to be re-re-released classics - The Air Jordan III True Blues. First released in 1988 & then retro'd in 2001 the "True Blues" have become one of the most-loved AJs ever. Rumor has it that this late August release will be restricted to Europe & Asia but when Nike/Jordan Brand smell the ca$h this is more than likely to change. The colours appear far more vivid than on the previous release - I've included pics of my beaten up old pair for comparision.

Proposed Plans for Bath Skatepark

Only draft plans right now so nothing definite. Seems very very transition-heavy (great for old skool carvers like me!) but would be nice to see more of a mix for street skaters - some more stairs, rails, ledges, etc would be dope. We'll have to wait & see ...

Strange Sightings While Out & About ...

Woman taking a Ferret for a walk

Bizarre Jacko Tribute

Lone Protester

Big Hound

a Mess outside Number 10

Lady Ga-Ga x Kermit The Frog

Ga-Ga is totally nuts - gotta love the Muppet homage!

Entourage Season 6

One of the greatest TV shows of all time "ENTOURAGE" finally returns to UK television.
ITV2 Thursday nights at 10pm so Sky+ it immediately if you know what's good for you!

Supreme x Damien Hirst prt2

Set of 5 decks coming Fall 09

New Promo of the Week

this new Bloc Party tune is bangin' - it sounds like an old-skool piano house anthem.
Despite being unbelievably irritating in interviews etc they can bang out a decent club tune occasionally.

White Spider

Discovered this white spider in my garden the other day

Thirsty Thursdays Promo Shoot

Shoot for the latest promo campaign

Massive Strawberry!

While making a smoothie i came across this enormous strawberry ... whoa!

Supreme x Vans

New Supreme/Vans collaboration coming Fall 09.
Two new styles from the NY Skate Legends.

Don't Get Much Better ...

... than having an empty skatepark all to yourself!

Daisy Payne Shoot

Daisy Payne from Britain's Next Top Model
(unexpected cow invasion!)

Newpaper Headline of the Week

The one underneath is pretty good also ... !

Sophie Ryder Exhibition

Forget that overrated Banksy crap, this was far more impressive!

Out-The Car-Window-Shot

I'm guessing these people are getting fed-up with ruining their shoes!

Chop Chop

I was lucky enough to be offered to take my son Rudy on a helicopter ride recently. Being higher than a car and lower than a plane gives you a completely different perspective of the countryside and makes you really appreciate the country we live in. Rudy absolutely loved it!

(It's Good) To Be Free

Oasis wound up their UK Summer dates in the capital the other weekend. Despite the continuous downpour both the band & the crowd were on blistering form.

I was looking forward to my first visit to the newly rebuilt Wembley (the last time I was here was for their shambolic gig in 2000) and it didn't disappoint.

It was the 40th time I've seen Oasis, since 1994, and undoubtedly one of the finest. I've never seen Liam so animated on stage - hyping the crowd & brandishing his mic stand like a trophy.

The set was an interesting mix drawing heavily on their classic debut, it was especially cool to hear "Slide Away" live for the first time in years.

1. F***in' In The Bushes
2. Rock 'n' Roll Star
3. Lyla
4. The Shock Of The Lightning
5. Cigarettes & Alcohol
6. Roll With It
7. To Be Where There's Life
8. Waiting For The Rapture
9. The Masterplan
10. Songbird
11. Slide Away
12. Morning Glory
13. My Big Mouth
14. The Importance of Being Idle
15. Half The World Away
16. I'm Outta Time
17. Wonderwall
18. Supersonic
19. Live Forever
    
20. Don't Look Back In Anger
21. Falling Down
22. Champagne Supernova
23. I Am The Walrus

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