Props to Grahm and the crew over at Us Vs Them. His skills is on some next level sh*t.



-Dnasty

Oh my gawwwwd. A killer smile and a voice to match!? c'mon ladies....step your game up....fer reals.



Shoutouts to the brethren Pudge (Phased&Amused) who put me on this track with Zion 1, Vinroc and Jenisis. This is a banger for sure.



-Dnasty

In celebration of our unorthodox collaboration project with Andrew Sebastian, as well as many other well known designers and labels in the industry. make sure to save the dates and stop and say hello, sip on a drink, and test out the pillows. You wont be disappointed. =)








-Dnasty

I love home baked goods....red velvet goodness compliments of the homie Michelle!



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Courtesy of 13th Witness.



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I cant wait to head back home and blow the dust off my ride.



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At the end of the day, being a creator is a very special task. Its not something you really choose to do but more something you’re chosen for. -MaestroKnows

spoiler alert: eargasm ahead.



amen.

-Dnasty

Comin straight out of the BK Brooklyn, this dude is taking us to a whole new level. The Alchemist is going hard with the beats on this as well. Anyhow, peep game.



-Dnasty

Pillow brand, Andrew Sebastian approached EK5 brand to collab on a series of throw pillows. Something unorthodox for us but definitely something we're hyped on. All designs are done by our very own JustPudge .

be on the look out as these are set to drop in the upcoming months.

"Sleep...oh! How i loathe those little slices of death." - Edgar Allen Poe.



You saw it here first twerps.

-Dnasty

Insightful documentary on the mighty Mos Def as he embarks in Japan and his views in regards to the aesthetically awesome culture. japan is still a place for me to visit, but in the meantime ill live vicariously through Mos.



-Dnasty

Tell me the concept behind this piece isnt dope!? fucking ay, why didnt i think of this.....!!



-Dnasty

If i can find a chick half as goofy as her, ill be a happy camper.



-Dnasty

Busy getting sh*t situated with the brand, samples go out in a couple days as well as our pillow project. Im fucking psyched. Anyways, lets start the weekend right by not falling for stereotypes.

this asian lady will show you what i mean.



-Dnasty

I apologize for the lack of updates, I've been on double time grind getting new designs for our 2010 season out the door before leaving for NYC. I love that city, plain and simple. I'll be heading to the "EK5TRA BUTTER" Coast 2 Coast event between EK5 and our fellow bboys from the east. Ill be back in a couple days with new updates and pics from the trip. In the meantime, enjoy some snippets of whats yet to come.

you wont be disappointed.









-Dnasty

Dont be too jealous now but i just recently got this in the mail not too long ago.

Anyhow, check it out. you cant lose. (excuse the pun)



-Dnasty

Its not a made up company just for AT&T to make a heart warming commercial. this company is the real deal.



Shotouts to Blake for starting a positive cause.

to help support and purchase a pair, head over to TOMS Shoes

-Dnasty

Sometimes it blows me away how far our minds can push the limits to creativity. This songs a bit emo, but dope nonetheless. Anyways im posting because of the video, not because of a broken hearted rant.

enjoy!



-Dnasty

Cal Poly reppin.



Interview courtesy of my boy Jharvis

-Dnasty

The epitome staying hungry.



-Dnasty

Although to some, the name Scott Schuman doesnt ring a bell; you may be familiar with his natural talent to scope out high end and innovative fashion amongst the general public through his famous blog The Sartorialist.

A couple shots from his site, he shows a prime example of how style and grace has no age.







You'll be amazed at some of the shots he takes...but enough here, go and check it out already.


and for those wondering what to get me for Christmas =)



thank you in advance.

-Dnasty

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“…There’s value in failure, because I think everybody’s leaving school kind of with a mind-set that, “Oh, I’m going out and I have to succeed. You have to succeed.” And if they hit a failure it has the potential to, you know, de-motivate them, and push them in a bad direction. But, if they can embrace and celebrate their failure, it kind of gives them a totally different outlook on what they are doing.
I think also the way the world is changing today, particularly when somebody leaves with a degree and they then go look for a work spot where they can really, you know, fit in: “This situation fits me very well.” And I think I would encourage them — rather than try to fit in somewhere — to find someplace where they can craft the environment, the job and the situation — basically, make it fit you.”

- Will Wright, developer of The Sims

-Dnasty

We just recruited Adam to the team for marketing and Pudge has been my partner in crime on the design team awhile back. Theyre definitely awesome at their craft so you can say its a smart move on our part.

When an entity is absent in the limelight and incognito....don't ever confuse this as giving up but rather becoming bigger than they ever were.

Big things are coming up for EK5. But you'll have to see it to believe it i guess.



-Dnasty

When it comes to this video, i really dont know what to say. ill leave the comments to you.



-Dnasty

Japan always doin things big.



courtesy of Eugene/Hypebeast

-Dnasty

Patrick Boivin is a French Canadian director who specializes in stop-motion cinema, his attention to detail is mind boggling. Shotouts to my boy Harvey who put me on this dude.





Check out more of his work at his page HERE

-Dnasty

This kid has more creative drive than most companies out there today, and not to mention a gift for gab.

Award Tour

keep it funky y'all.

via BongoBoy

-Dnasty

its about time.



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Tune in live when EK5 and EL PREZ and the FCC get featured on MYSPACE MUSIC and discuss the song, the movement and the collabo shirt (currently being preordered). You can also listen to justpudge and erok choke when they answer questions during the interview. I believe Erok's voice cracks when he gets nervous, but you'll have to tune in to DJBUDDYTV.COM to find out.

hahaha.

A long time in the making, but well worth the wait, here's the new video from Inglewood CA Rapper, El Prez - "Floss Angeles", featuring Convinced, Dale Danja, DNEZ, Chris Focus, and C-San. It's presented by The FCC (Fresh Coast Collective) and EK5 and directed by Reggie Reagor for DRG Films.



Floss Angeles" features fellow FCC rappers Convinced, Dale Danja, DNEZ, Chris Focus, and C-San, who along with El Prez, act as "guides" for these Hip hop tourists...consider it "how to survive in south central" 09!

To commemorate the video release, Ek5obition Clothing will relase a Limited Edition "Floss Angeles" T-shirt with the launch of their online store August 2009. Check Ek5obition.com and Eazeest.com for more info.

Stop motion goodness.



-Dnasty

GO SUUUPID....DUMB DUMB!

-Dnasty

I swear, the evolution of gaming just gets crazier and crazier. Slated for a 2010 release, this maybe the next BIG thing.....realtalk.

For more info regarding the system. CLICK HERE

VIA AnmlHse

-Dnasty

A friendly message from the people who bring you the meaning of life on a daily basis.

This passage is another reason why i only FUCK with the best, and party with the best.

I couldn't have said this any better myself.



Words of Wisdom via DoorknobDude

-Dnasty

Just add this to the thousands of reasons why Japan is such a "think outside the box" type of country. Nothing can stand in their way when it comes to provoking creativity and pushing the envelope to spark the mind. A simple walk in the park can bring ones fondest child hood memories. standing on the grounds of Shiokaze Park in Tokyo, Odaiba is a 59 foot / 18 meters tall 1/1 full scale GUNDAMN statue (RX-78-2) from the early 80's Anime hit series. Really you gotta admit, even if your not a robot/anime fan, this has got to be one of the coolest f*cking things you'll ever see.

Check out the clip for a sized scale point of view of this badboy.



Picture courtesy of Chris Kong.

-Dnasty

Actually this is more then a video preview. This is a preview of a video, a shirt colab, and the future of Los Angeles hip-hop.

Yeah, thas wassup.

F*ck the hype, I cant wait to see what the shoe ends up lookin like since all of his past kicks were Nike inspired anyways. nonetheless I cant wait.



-Dnasty

MTV ASIA's # 1 VJ, Utt covering the TRANSFORMERS movie premier in Tokyo.

way past his days of Even Stevens.

Oh lord, that final fate shirt from our spring 08 season is the closest ill ever get to this fox. I believe im only 2 degrees away from her now (6 degrees of seperation).



nice art skills there buddy.

Thanks for the pics Utt!

Get in the soulful r&b mood with this mix done by Mr JustPudge.

Now time to put that "O" game face on zun!



DOWNLOAD HERE

One of the rawest and best tracks of his first album, I cant fathom how much I RELATE to this track right now. Damn i didnt even know this video existed until GLC dropped it on his website not to long ago.

You shoulda dropped this video Ye! Ye also assisted Chris Milk on this vid, which explains the unorthodox symbolism. Too dope.

Im still lookin for my spaceship to come.



- Dnasty

A typical day at the 3Sixteen camp, for all you non indy company owners out there. this is the life.

Shotouts to Andrew and Johan who are one of the most humble and down to earth people ive met. Their advice has definitely contributed to getting EK5 where it is. From streetwear tees to highend ties, their transition was smoother than a baby's bottom. I think ive found my new classy brand.



-Dnasty

“Dear God, 

Amen.”



-Dnasty

Shoutouts to my partner Erok for havin a bangin birthday at the Standard Hollywood (GAWD DAMN I MISS PARTYING BACK HOME!) i def missed out. also shotouts to Im King for their 2nd year in the game and The W3st for the coverage. Yeah, there aint shit like this here in Anchorage, AND NEVER WILL BE!



-via THEW3ST.COM

-Dnasty

DJ SHORTKUT (Beat Junkies, Isp, Triple Threat Sf) rockin’ Ek5’s “Complete” tee. If you don’t know this man and you consider yourself a dj please do me a favor and quit now.

Pretty dope cover.



-Dnasty

WARNING - Explicit content! Foul language and the such!

This is a Mid 90's Hip Hop mix made with ALL VINYL!

Drops, Remixes, and trick mixing.

This mix is getting pressed as we speak, but in the meantime you can cop a digital copy now. Shotouts to Gabereal and the whole MoreFire family!

Finally, mainstream TV gets it right.



-Dnasty

A well detailed time lapsed video of the tokyo skyline.

great job done by Samuel Cockedey.

The songs not bad either. enjoy the eye candy.



Via - Just Pudge

-Dnasty

Slated for an August release. These badboys are actually already available early over at marqueesole.com but with the early drop price tag, ill wait til August. oooooh Weeee!! I can finally add this to my III collection without shelling out mad chedda.




-Dnasty

Ive spent this Memorial day weekend on a video interview binge, getting to know what makes some of todays innovators and individuals i admire tick on a daily basis, their process of design aesthetic and personal inspiration can only keep my hopes and spirits high with my daily beautiful struggle. 

Ive been following Rickey Kim's influence in the industry im currently in. He is a bigtime inspiration in my design aesthetic right now, not to mention the drive this dude has. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for his next venture THE PROCESS video magazine.



-Dnasty.

Shout outs to my boy Ashdin (VLNY) for introducing me to this flick. it definitely looks worthy.



now get on the Netflix tip now.

-Dnasty

Pics from Eroks bday and IMKING's 2nd anniversary party. In the meantime ill have to live through these pics until i get back to the mothaland....dont worry ladies, daddys coming!

For the rest of the pics go HERE

-Dnasty

Secretbase x Usugrow Rebel Ink gold



via ZOZO

-Dnasty

A very simple yet insightful short film of a man seeing his life pass before his eyes. Very inspiring and definitely a wakeup call to live it up while you still can. The film was done by Chris Milk, a noted video producer.



-Dnasty

A quick glance at our upcoming collabo project. Although its just a mockup layout, its a potential final product. Lathon whos affiliated with Critical Beatdown and also a sales rep for EK5, suggested to me the other night to put "no requests" on the back, since djs always get requests from drunk crowdmovers/club goers on a daily basis. I think the it fits the collab just fine. Some of you kiddies may recognize the model from that one online shop.






ill keep you posted.

-Dnasty

1990's in the 1940's!? Know your roots kids. This chick is sick with it.



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This is probably the sickest thing to come out this year. 

Old meets new, and for 43 bones.....thas wassup.



Available for preorder at: bigbadtoystore

If you've never had a chance to catch a monday nite out in Riverside. Now is the time.

SF MEETS IE

So its that time again, i have my monthly shoe allowance and Im torn on what to get.

Buttery red suede and 3m from the Raging Bull Pack? Or a life long devotion of Bred IV's?



What do you think!?.....GO!

-Dnasty

The infamous dj crew and unorthodox label finally join forces in a ridiculously ill collabo project in the works. not only have both entities been grinding in the industry for a number of years, but also are business partners and friends since highschool. its not business, its family.

Upcoming tee. we stay branded zun.