Kanye West X Takashi Murakami Good Morning Video

Today Aug. 26 is the official public premier for Kanye’s “” music video. Previously it could only viewed at Takashi Murakami’s exhibitions in select cities. The “Good Morning” video features Kanye West as a bear who wakes up late to his graduation ceremony. Along the way he runs into a couple obstacles.

If you don't know, Takashi Murakami is a world famed artist. He is very influential in the design, art, and fashion circles. He also did this Video Spot For Luis Vuitton, Check it.

Bejeweled Tech

This time Swarovski collaborates with Philips and the example that they created represents that techno could turn it into chic and spruce by the bejeweled creations. These will be sold exclusively at Saks 5th Avenue.

Dorophy Tang+Addidas

Addidas opened the doors to its impressive retail space in Beijing on July 4. In celebration, a special exhibition of Dorophy Tang was mounted. Tang, based in Hong Kong and China, mixed Adidas heritage, footballing visuals and French furniture forms into her display.

Epilog Laser for iPhone

Have you ever already got the new iPhone?? Well your touch screen has to stand out in a crowd all the time, so instead of custom colors, just create your own look with Epilog Laser engraving.
This device works like a printer, so you can have any image that you would like permanently engraved on the device.

info via: Epilog Laser

Pharrell's Look Book

Pharrell’s Billionaire Boys Club/ Ice Cream line was recently released in a look book on his website. His mind with the urban, cartoon inspired gave the looks for this line.
He is the one of most creative and innovative artists.

info via: BBC Ice Cream

Limited Edition Designer Dolls

Olivia Lee's Limited Edition Designer Dolls are the plastic toys playfully that mock some of the design world's top artists such as Karim Rashid and Zaha Hadid by turning them into Superhero-esque personas.

info via: notcot

NIKE Fukuoka Dunk

As part of Nike's Japanese City Dunk Pack, the Fukuoka Dunk see its release. The multi-colored features a bold colorway with the use of patent leather and etched highlights on the heel. For those sneakerheads, the colorway pays homage to an ancient 750 year old festival called Yamakasa which features colorful shrines. Available only at select retailers in Japan.

The Nokia 888

Here is the Nokia 888 that is the brand’s latest concept phone. Yes! Finally a personal mobile communication device which lets you be free and fun. It literally molds to your body, so just throw it on your wrist.

info via: nokia888

MEDICOM TOY EXHIBITION 2008

Medicom Toy that is pretty well known for a Toy maker is going to host their annual exhibition at Parco Shibuya in Japan from 21st to 30th June 2008. Some exclusive products including Be@rbrick layered wood 400%, Be@rbrick golden idol 400%, Be@rbrick speed racer & Star Wars kubrick will be released during the exhibition.

info via: MEDICOM TOY

Be@rbrick Speed Racer (Speed Racer)

Be@rbrick Speed Racer (Racer X)

Be@rbrick Golden Idol

Be@rbrick Layered Wood

Tunes with the Kicks-Pharrell+Santogold+Julian Casablancas

Converse claims the song of the summer produced by Pharrell, N.E.R.D., Santogold and Julian Casablancas for the "Three Artists, One Song" campaign. The artist came together to create the song "My Drive Thru." The song is now available for free download on the Converse. Along with the tune, a behind the scenes music video will be released to promote the song with Converse ads, like the one above. Download Free Song Here.

info via: Converse

White Gold LG Disk

Don't you want your flash drive to dazzle with Dalumi mounted diamonds in white gold?? That makes this LG disk the perfect accessory to download your files and get stuff done with. It is priced at $10,000.

info via: IndexOnline

HELLO! My Name Is...

The current Christie's pop culture auction features items that might overexcite all like Kidrobot lovers. Designed by Huck Gee, these creatures are super limited edition and are currently priced for $600 to $800 estimate at least.

South African Coffee

Well we haven't yet tried this coffee yet, but this colorful packaging makes us want to fly to Cape Town for the espresso.

info via: PingMag

Stussy+G-Shock XXV Items

Stussy+G-Shock watch celebrating the 25th anniversary was revealed at Stussy Harajuku shop, but wondering what about other markets like the States?? It will be dropping the same time. The watch has a very classy look in all black. The face has Stussy's graphics and features name of 4 flagship cities printed on the band.
Stussy has lots of other XXV items coming out, so keep checking back!

info via: STUSSY

iPhone 3G was revealed

Watch Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveil iPhone 3G, the App Store, MobileMe, and more in the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2008) keynote address from San Francisco's Moscone West on 9th. With what it surprised us the most was the price. Apple set the price for iPhone 3G only for $199.00 in the U.S. and overseas. It's the half price of the existent one.
With fast 3G wireless technology, GPS mapping, support for enterprise features like Microsoft Exchange, and the new Apple Store, iPhone 3G puts even more features at your fingertips. It will be available in July 11.

more info: apple

Kanye West G-Shock Event-Video Performance.

Here is a Video follow up on the 25th. Anniversary G-Shock Event held in NYC. This was a stellar who's who gathering of music, fashion, entertainment and art industries. They all came together to celebrate 25 years of the G-shock watch. Kanye a big g-shock fan performed a 10 song mini concert for event goers to remember. This is a video of Kanye performing "can't tell me nothing" Live.

G-Shock was born from a developer’s dream of creating a watch that never breaks. At a time when it was commonly believed that watches were breakable items, G-Shock’s development represented a challenge to common sense. The launch of the first G-Shock, DW5000C happened in 1983 and was followed by DW9300, which was the first time tough solar technology was incorporated into the line. Since its launch, G-Shock has continued to evolve for 25 long years, carrying on the toughness of spirit and uncompromising passion.

NYLON T-Shirts

LNA's Lauren Alexander and April Leight and Nylon have developed a few concert-perfect pieces for the Live Nation show. Inspired by the performing bands–She Wants Revenge, Be Your Own Pet, Switches and The Virgin–the shirts and leggings will be available for sale on UrbanOutfitters.com and NYLONmag.com.

The Cleveland Show

The Cleveland Show (working the title) is an upcoming American animated series by Seth MacFarlane, a spin-off from Family Guy. The cleveland show will be an animated series focusing on the character of Cleveland Brown and his family. It has been reported that the series will premiere in mid-spring, 2009 with 13 episodes. We are so excited about this.

info via: Fox Broadcasting

Casio G-Shock's 25th Anniversary

Those who missed Kanye West’s acclaimed tour de force concert at Madison Square Garden got their fill at an exclusive intimate encore to celebrate Casio G-Shock's 25th anniversary in NYC. The world's toughest watch was grandly displayed, but it was West who stole the evening with 10 song performance of hits. And those who admired West's timepiece on stage got instant satisfaction in the form of a boxed watch set, swiftly scooped up by guests like Spike Lee.

Free McDonald's On May 15

Free Free Free

MC D's will be giving away free Chicken biscuit or Chicken sandwich today Thursday, May 15. All you have to do is buy any medium or large drink, and you’ll get a free chicken biscuit between 7 and 10:30 a.m. or a free chicken sandwich between 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. This is a part of the new McDonald's Southern Style Chicken launch promotion.

Check out: whatcamefirst.com and peep the chicken vs. egg dance-off.

Pierre Hardy Kicks

These are limited-edition Pierre Hardy 'Cruzeiro' kicks in metallic calfskin. These futuristic shoes will be available at Dover Street Market on May 15 in London. Available for both sexes, they retail for around $500!!

Filmmaker bangged this out with a MAC

I thought I bangged with a MAC. Digital filmmaker Denneis
Lin puts together this sick video for The Bird And The Bee's
song "Again & Again". He bangged it out with his MAC.



Creative as hell, and fresh. Not sure if it's the official video
for the band but game should recognize game.

[via Tuaw.com]

Mini Copter

Have you ever dreamed about flying in the sky? Yes! Finally, here's a way to try it. Tecnologia Aeroespacial Mexicana created a rocket-powered helicopter using rocket motors on the tips of rotor blades.

GTA IV Cheat Codes

This is a mad cool site for all you cheaters out there. You can go to this site and grab cheat codes for GTA-IV. You get the so called latest leaked “GTA -IV Cheat Codes” that allow you to get health, armor, increase wanted level, and much more!. Go to GTA4cheatcodes.com to see for yourself.

Please note: Download and use codes at your own risk, It is recommended you do not save levels achieved using "Cheat Codes." Cheaters never prosper, they just get ahead.

GTA4cheatcodes.com

Nigo Takes Over L.A.-A Bathing Ape Store Opening

Nigo finally opened the doors to his new 2500 square foot Bathing Ape boutique in Los Angeles on April 23, 2008. After the huge entourage of fans and celebs alike in attendance of the grand opening , there's no doubt the Bape will live strong here in West Coast!

8001 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046

Stacey Dash On Cover Of King Magazine. At 42

Amber! Amber! Yo, Miss Dash was so fly in Mo Money, I have to watch it every time it's on BET. She was hella sexy in Clueless too. At 42, she is giving these young chicks out in Hollywood a run for their money.
As you can see she shows her assets on the cover of the May issue of King Magazine. She has just wrapped two movies; Fashion Victim and Nora’s Hair Salon II.

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XXL June 2008 Covers: Ice Cube & The Game

The Coast is being repped on the June dual covers of XXL Magazine. One cover feature West Coast new blood The Game and the other cover Features West Coast OG Ice Cube. The June issue has articles on Fat Joe, Scar Face and a few other major playas in the game right now. It also has a article asking the million dollar question "What Happened To The Hip Hop Biz?"
Peep it when it hits the stands next month.

An iPhone That Rings Bling

According to Austrian designer and jeweler Peter Aloisson, the iPhone's not chic enough on it's own! Aloisson's just created the Princess Plus iPhone, which comes covered in 318 diamonds, half of which have square princess cuts. At 17.75 carats, the blingy phone is sold for a cool $176, 400.

Lighting Tennis Shoes

It is a little street-inspired, but this lighting fixture made of tennis shoes is undeniably cool. It will also be available in chandelier and tabletop versions, though nothing really beats the hanging option!

info via: Designgostudio

24 Karat Gold Custom Air Force Ones

Check out these custom-made Nikes gilded in genuine 24-carat gold. These particular candies were a gift from a loving husband to his elated wife and are customized and embellished to the core, with gold laces utilized to accent the design.

info via: solebrother

Adidas Has Extra Stripes!

Girl sneakerheads better get in line for these adidas x ProMama kicks priced at $100, as only 500 are available in the US (they are also sold at Colette and Donoban in Japan). Gabriella Davi-Khorasanee made her Mama line for Adidas, which also includes a New Era limited-edition lace-print hat, Mama nameplate necklace in gold and silver, a heart-quilted hoodie, and a heart-quilted track suit. Though if you can't get the shoes, the designer also heads up M.I.S.S., an online fashion magazine. Additional collaborations within the Spring/Summer 2008 Remix collection include Gabriel Urist, Lemar & Dauley, Neil Armstrong, and a second generation of Robot.

Bape's Tokyo Paradise

The Bape store is a big deal in Japan! Shibuya’s location features some of the most dazzling modernist, technicolor decorations in recent retail history, redesigned courtesy of Wonderwall.

Levi's x Nike Jordan Brand Collaboration

On February 25th, Nike officially announced their collaboration with all American denim brand, Levi's.

This project called "23 /501" will include limited edition items including sneakers, denim, t-shirts, caps and more. The package will be available only in 23 "markets" starting March 1st. Here is the official press release.

BEAVERTON, Ore. & SAN FRANCISCO--Feb. 25, 2008--Today, Jordan Brand, a division of NIKE, Inc., and blue-jean originator Levi Strauss & Co., announced distribution plans for their limited-edition, co-designed collection, known as 23 / 501.

more info: Levi, NIKE