Anything Not Normal

FLYING LOTUS INTERVIEW

2010-05-22T17:04:00.000-07:00

Go through the mind of this beatmaking beast. There are good points to his insight in this interview. Some of the things he talks about can be factored in all points of creativity.

-DNASTY

BLAND CHARACTERS

2010-05-21T19:58:00.000-07:00

New Stussy collaboration with James Jarvis, a graphic designer who I'm a huge fan of. His creative thinking is what keeps me motivated on my own design aesthetic. He is the epitome of making a living out of your passion.

-DNASTY

FEMALE VICE: NSFW

2010-05-17T16:54:00.000-07:00

-DNASTY

ALWAYS KILL EM WITH CLASS

2010-05-13T15:05:00.001-07:00

-DNASTY

JOURNEY OF AN IDEA

2010-05-13T13:25:00.000-07:00

The process from an idea to the finished product. This is exactly how it goes down, and what I do on a daily basis. ;)

-DNASTY

MATERIALISTIC DESIRES

2010-05-11T12:39:00.000-07:00

YES PLEASE.

MASTERMIND x ALLDAYIDREAMABOUTSEX

-DNASTY

A FRIENDLY REMINDER

2010-05-11T02:32:00.000-07:00

WHAT THE F*CK ARE YOU SITTING THERE FOR!?

-DNASTY

FEMALE VICE

2010-05-11T02:11:00.000-07:00

Too much attitude for your taste.

-DNASTY

DJ EROK: THE NOD FACTOR

2010-04-29T13:50:00.000-07:00

Our very own Erok has just released a new mixtape. Download it in our MEDIA section!

-Dnasty

YUNA: DECORATE

2010-04-26T22:41:00.000-07:00

Malaysian singer, songwriter Yuna (Yuna Zarai) drops this relaxed video for her song Decorate. It’s a tranquil tune that’s softened and tamed, yet still a very intriguing. The video compliments the song quite fittingly as well as both are very minimal. Very post worthy.

if you check out her other music "Rocket" is my favorite track so far...but this song is just as dope.

Keep your eyes & ears out for her HERE

-Dnasty

FEMALE VICE: INK EDITION

2010-04-26T00:44:00.001-07:00

-Dnasty

LOGORAMA

2010-04-13T21:42:00.000-07:00

Very entertaining little piece, so sit back, relax and pay attention.

-Dnasty

YOU HAD ME AT HELLO

2010-04-10T16:02:00.001-07:00

Vashtie Kola, the top of my list of females. Director, stylist, party promoter she does it all. Ladies, heres a prime example that a girl can still look sexy in some J's and a tshirt. Take notes.

marry me.

-Dnasty

FUN IS KEY HERE

2010-04-06T11:13:00.000-07:00

Here we have KICKS TYO's lookbook for their new season, aside from the designs being nice, i posted this becuase this video really emphasizes on the fun factor. I'm not sure if im the only one that notices most streetwear brands go for the tough, all black everything mentality. but in reality....."ITS FUCKING CLOTHES PEOPLE!" people forget to have fun in life, so shoutouts to KICKSTYO for holding down the fun factor.

On a side note, deep apologies for the lack of updates. i know a lot of you have been hitting me up about the next female vice and all, but it'll be soon. i just moved in to a loft in the art district and accumulated a lot of clients in my design firm my buddies and i have started: SUBJECT.

anyhow, enough rambling..just keep checking back for updates. you won't be disappointed.

-Dnasty

THE MORE YOU KNOW

2010-03-28T13:08:00.000-07:00

Who woulda known Japan was so strange. Then again, who isn't?

-Dnasty

A MOMENT TO REFLECT

2010-03-26T10:28:00.000-07:00

"ALWAYS LOOKING FOR THE APPROVAL OF OTHERS IS THE FASTEST WAY TO FAILURE."

-Karl Lagerfeild

FEMALE VICE: FAR EAST EDITION

2010-03-25T23:31:00.001-07:00

-Dnasty

BRAND PHILOSOPHY

2010-03-23T22:38:00.000-07:00

Take notes.

-Dnasty

IPAD WHAT?!

2010-03-23T15:55:00.000-07:00

MicroSoft answers to Apple's newest addition. Although pen based, the Courier looks really promising. This is the first time I'm actually in awe of a PC based product.

-Dnasty

YUM.

2010-03-23T14:00:00.000-07:00

-Dnasty

ALL PASSION EVERYTHING...

2010-03-22T23:55:00.000-07:00

without it, you're just running to no finishline....nothing.

-Dnasty

ONE OF THE FEW ESTABLISHMENTS I RESPECT IN THE GAME

2010-03-22T12:01:00.001-07:00

Shotouts to Ray and Denis for keepin it raw.

-Dnasty

FEMALE VICE

2010-03-19T12:08:00.001-07:00

Happy Friday.

-Dnasty

FEMALE VICE: FRECKLES EDITION

2010-03-17T12:38:00.001-07:00

-Dnasty

DAVID FLORES: 18X24 SHOW

2010-03-16T17:36:00.001-07:00

Im a huge fan of David's work, his "stained-glass" aesthetic always inspires me to get back into freehand artwork.

Oh, speaking of which, ill be having an art show at the Eksobition Gallery in April, more details to come soon...

You can catch the rest of David's work currently being displayed at Munkey King, Los Angeles.

Munky King
7308 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
323.938.0091

-Dnasty

BUTTON PUSHERS

2010-03-16T17:04:00.001-07:00

Rick and the FRESHJIVE camp are here to shake things up a bit. People need to stop taking this whole street fashion ordeal seriously. Anyhow this piece from their spring/summer 2010 line is genius. I know fellow friends who rock Crooks on a daily, but me personally would never rock Crooks...shits wack to me. Again, to each his own.

-Sidenote, check out the rest of FRESHJIVE's new season on their website. No link provided because people get too lazy.

-Dnasty

FEMALE VICE: NP EDITION

2010-03-16T13:19:00.000-07:00

-Dnasty

PONDER THIS

2010-03-16T02:28:00.001-07:00

-Dnasty

LIQUID LAUNCH SHOW @ THE EKSOBITION GALLERY

2010-03-16T02:19:00.000-07:00

I must say for my very first art show at our gallery, I had a blast! I forgot how much creative energy is around the newly neighborhood we call Pomona. I had the opportunity to meet some new faces and taste some of the most aged whiskey....ohhh weeee. Anyhow, enjoy the small clip courtesy of the brother Erok.

-Dnasty

FEMALE VICE

2010-03-15T16:14:00.000-07:00

Over time, iv'e come to the conclusion that a lot of blogs i check out have an abundant collection of the female form. Lets be honest here, the female body is one of the most beautiful things on this earth. I'll randomly post different angles of what I admire the most of a woman....of course in a tasteful manner ladies. dont worry.

IM BACK....

2010-03-13T10:25:00.001-08:00

Terribly sorry for the lack of attention to this blog, a lot of things have changed since my last update. Im finally back in good ole LA, my time in AK has expired so I've been slowly transitioning my move back. Although the grind to get back into the swing of things will be a bitch, it feels good to feel that cali sun again. Anyhow, I have a lot upcoming projects with EK5 as you will see soon ;)

US VS THEM

2009-12-04T18:45:00.000-08:00

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

-Dnasty

DOPENESS ON A STICK = Jenisis Samoranos

2009-11-30T19:12:00.001-08:00

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

UPCOMING EVENTS

2009-11-30T15:08:00.001-08:00

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

SPECIAL DELIVERY

2009-11-29T20:22:00.000-08:00

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

-Dnasty

ITS ALL ABOUT THE SOUNDTRACK TO YOUR JOURNEY

2009-11-28T19:07:00.000-08:00

Courtesy of 13th Witness.

-Dnasty

13th Witness X NIGEL

2009-11-12T14:09:00.000-08:00

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

-Dnasty

QUOTE OF THE DAY

2009-11-07T12:31:00.001-08:00

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

-Dnasty

FIIIIIIIIIIRREEEEEEEEEEEE......

2009-10-29T23:51:00.001-07:00

spoiler alert: eargasm ahead.

amen.

-Dnasty

THE BEAST THEY CALL NIGEL

2009-10-29T00:28:00.000-07:00

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

COCK TEASER

2009-10-26T00:09:00.001-07:00

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

ICHIBAN MOS-DEFINITELY

2009-10-25T22:18:00.000-07:00

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

IN4MATION SPRING 2010 PREVIEW

2009-10-25T17:43:00.000-07:00

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

-Dnasty

GOOFY IS KEY.

2009-10-23T19:39:00.000-07:00

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

-Dnasty

HAPPY FRIDAY

2009-10-23T19:13:00.000-07:00

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

GRIND FIRST, PLAY LATER.

2009-09-29T19:39:00.001-07:00

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

RIP PAT.

2009-09-14T18:32:00.001-07:00

you melted the hearts of millions.

A piece we did for our EK5 womoen's line DameDeco a few seasons back.

-Dnasty

SYNCHRONIZE YOUR SWATCHES.

2009-09-08T18:43:00.000-07:00

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

The epitome of growing up in the 90's. Neon geometric print rayon shirts to sidewave hairdos, this has gotten me through a lot of designers block sessions. Now if you weren't at your adolescence around 91-92 then you probably missed this show when it was at its primetime on FOX.

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

-Dnasty

GET INSPIRED.

2009-09-05T16:44:00.000-07:00

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

ART SAYS TO KILL HER.

2009-09-05T16:35:00.000-07:00

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

LOVE DEFINED

2009-08-24T23:32:00.000-07:00

Cal Poly reppin.

Interview courtesy of my boy Jharvis

-Dnasty

SPLIT OBSESSION

2009-08-22T19:47:00.001-07:00

The epitome staying hungry.

-Dnasty

PEOPLE WATCHING AS A CRAFT

2009-08-20T18:43:00.000-07:00

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

120 SECONDS

2009-08-15T11:49:00.000-07:00

-Dnasty

QUOTE OF THE DAY

2009-08-15T11:43:00.000-07:00

“…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

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY

2009-08-09T12:22:00.001-07:00

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

UMMMM....

2009-08-06T01:59:00.000-07:00

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

-Dnasty

KUROSHIO SEA AKA THE 2ND LARGEST AQUARIUM IN THE WORLD

2009-08-04T23:54:00.000-07:00

Japan always doin things big.

courtesy of Eugene/Hypebeast

-Dnasty

PATRICK BOLVIN

2009-08-03T23:45:00.000-07:00

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

GET ON THE AWARD TOUR

2009-08-02T12:58:00.000-07:00

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

HAPPY FRIDAY

2009-07-31T01:30:00.001-07:00

Pic courtesy of Yone

-Dnasty

25 YEARS LATER

2009-07-26T15:08:00.000-07:00

its about time.

-Dnasty

DO WORK

2009-07-17T00:17:00.000-07:00

-Dnasty

TUNE IN

2009-07-13T23:09:00.000-07:00

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.

-Dnasty

WORLD VIDEO PREMIER!

2009-07-08T19:39:00.000-07:00

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.

-Dnasty

PATIENCE + POST ITS + EXTREME BOREDOM = ART

2009-07-05T02:12:00.000-07:00

Stop motion goodness.

-Dnasty

ONLY IN THE BAY.

2009-07-02T02:19:00.000-07:00

GO SUUUPID....DUMB DUMB!

-Dnasty

PROJECT NATAL FOR XBOX

2009-07-02T02:01:00.000-07:00

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

LET EM KNOW ZUN.

2009-06-25T01:00:00.000-07:00

sorry for the lack of updates, been busy getting our fall shit ready. you wont be disappointed.

-Dnasty

NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE PAWN.

2009-06-16T19:47:00.001-07:00

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

IN THE FAR EAST DWELLS A GUARDIAN.

2009-06-16T01:48:00.000-07:00

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

HE IS, THE EL PREZ

2009-06-12T19:30:00.000-07:00

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.

Thank you Eazee for sending this over to me.

-Dnasty

NUMBER 1 DRAFT PIC

2009-06-11T02:02:00.000-07:00

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

MEGAN > MEGATRON

2009-06-10T21:20:00.000-07:00

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!

-Dnasty

BABY MAKIN MUSIC

2009-06-08T21:12:00.000-07:00

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

-Dnasty

REALITY BITES

2009-06-04T02:25:00.000-07:00

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

MOTIVATION & DRIVE IN ITS PUREST FORM.

2009-06-04T02:00:00.000-07:00

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

I STAY KRISPY

2009-06-03T00:03:00.000-07:00

Fuck the Jordan Raging Bull Pack! Im keeping my simplistic sophisticated state of mind.

My next purchase:

Clae Whitmans - patent wing tip finish for that sophisticated brotha in all of us, with a coat of jet black ballistic nylon. Shits BANANAS kid.

Ill post pics when they come in. ; )

-Dnasty

THIS SH*T MADE ME LAUGH.

2009-06-02T00:55:00.000-07:00

“Dear God,

This year please send clothes for all those poor ladies in Daddy’s computer,

Amen.”

-Dnasty

HOW WE PARTY BACK IN LA CUHHHH!

2009-06-01T19:54:00.000-07:00

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

CA ALL DAY!

2009-05-31T12:59:00.000-07:00

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.

Via - EK5 Blog

-Dnasty

LITTLE BOOTS

2009-05-30T21:13:00.000-07:00

Pretty dope cover.

-Dnasty

EK5OBITION X DJ GABREAL: TAKE A LOOK BACK

2009-05-30T18:36:00.000-07:00

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!

Dj Gabe Real - Take A Look Back Vol.2 by djgabereal

DownLoad MIX HERE

TrackLIST:

1. Intro - Magnificent Ruffians
2. Times - OC (whats up now refix) - 1:06
3. Come Clean - Jeru The Damaja - 3:44
4. Wrong Side of the Tracks - Artifacts - 6:33
5. Undisputed Champs - Del, Q-tip, and Peplove - 8:24
6. Remember We - Da Bush Babees (wanna chill refix) - 11:47
7. Synopsis - Erule - 14:37
8. Represent - Nas - 17:00
9. The Real Weight - No I.D - 19:35
10. Father Time - Saukrates - 22:09
11. 3 the Hard Way - Bahamadia - 24:00
12. ALONGWAYTOGO - Gangstarr - 26:11
13. Paparazzi - Xzibit - 29:27
14. Shimmy Shimmy - Ol Dirty Bastard (award refix) - 32:52
15. Steve Biko(stir it up) - A Tribe Called Quest - 34:52
16. Return of the Boom Bap - KRS-ONE - 37:50
17. Likwit - Tha Alkaholics - 41:53
18. Drop -The Pharcyde - 44:50
19. Wu-Tang Clan Aint Nothing Ta F-wit - Wu Tang (Dulok Shaman intro) - 47:32
20. Who Got the Props - Black Moon - 50:03
21. Real Paper - Pheo & Speak Outro - 54:02

-Dnasty

YOU FUCKING DAMN RIGHT IT IS.

2009-05-29T14:33:00.000-07:00

Finally, mainstream TV gets it right.

-Dnasty

CITY LIGHTS

2009-05-28T21:15:00.000-07:00

A well detailed time lapsed video of the tokyo skyline.

great job done by Samuel Cockedey.

(make sure you hit the HD button to see it in its best form)

-Dnasty

DESIGN MEETS EURO PORN = ZOMG, MORE PLEASE!

2009-05-27T02:47:00.000-07:00

The songs not bad either. enjoy the eye candy.

Via - Just Pudge

-Dnasty

ZOMG!!! NEW RETRO FOR 09!

2009-05-26T03:03:00.000-07:00

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

MORE INSPIRATION.

2009-05-26T02:15:00.000-07:00

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.

Shoutouts to itsbongoboy.com for this interview on Jeff Staple, ive steadily been a fan of Bongo Boy's interviews and reviews, he has a bright future ahead of himself. Jeff needs no introduction, and if you dont know him yet then get to the clickin.

Interview with Scott Sasso of 10DEEP.

Ive always been an admirer of 10 Deep's clean design aesthetics and attention to detail, so getting into his mind was a treat.

Interview with Bobby Hundreds of The Hundreds

These fellas have come a long way and organically ive come to be one of their top admirers to their brand marketing, free drawing persona and design concepts. Gotta give respect when its due.

via: itsbongoboy.com

-Dnasty

EVIL MOTIVATOR. EVIL INNOVATOR

2009-05-25T18:12:00.000-07:00

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.

THE FALL

2009-05-25T15:25:00.000-07:00

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

ME NOT IN LA = PARTY EPIC FAIL.

2009-05-25T12:57:00.000-07:00

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

NEW DECOR FOR MY DESK.

2009-05-25T12:41:00.000-07:00

Secretbase x Usugrow Rebel Ink gold

via ZOZO

-Dnasty

LIFE IN 42 SECONDS

2009-05-25T02:36:00.000-07:00

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

NO REQUESTS

2009-05-25T01:20:00.000-07:00

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

VINTAGE POWER

2009-05-24T16:43:00.000-07:00

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

-Dnasty

WAVE OF THE FUTURE

2009-05-24T12:56:00.001-07:00

-Dnasty

USB IN DISGUISE.

2009-05-20T19:57:00.000-07:00

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

-Dnasty

A SHORTKUT TO MORE FIRE.

2009-05-20T19:54:00.000-07:00

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

SF MEETS IE

-Dnasty

DECISIONS, DECISIONS.

2009-05-20T01:16:00.000-07:00

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 BROTHERHOOD

2009-05-20T00:43:00.000-07:00

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.

definitely stay tuned...

-Dnasty