A preview of the upcoming fall goods from 10.Deep. Read the rest of this entry »

Dan Solo sent this thru on Friday but I was too busy picking out my outfits for the weekend (I’m a star, baby!) and didn’t have a chance to post it. Read the rest of this entry »

No need to be alarmed. Donnis did rise to prominence rather quickly. And you know what? He’s just getting started. Read along to see what truly defines Atlanta’s next-up-to-bat as he’s poised to take his share of this Hip-Hop game with his new project — the 10.Deep sponsored Diary Of An Atlanta Brave.

The South just got a lil’ more lyrical…

TSS: You’ve managed to get well-connected within the industry off the strength of your talent, but does it feel like you’re playing catch-up with the fans?

Donnis: Yeah, most definitely. I feel like people who are already poppin’ know I have a knack for what I do and it’s just time to let all the fans know I get it poppin’ as a lyricist. And that’s what we’re aiming to do with Diary Of An Atlanta Brave.

TSS: When did you first know you were capable of being a full-fledged MC?

Donnis: No bullshit, I think I’m just now coming into where I need to be lyrically — to be able to compete, ya know? I feel like I always had the capability. And my goal is to compete with the ones that are winning. Not just the ones who rap just to rap.

TSS: So in a nutshell, you wanna be successful and you’re constantly improving? Read the rest of this entry »

No more snacks and morsels for this kid. A week from today, what worked for burgeoning superstars KiD CuDi and Wale is poised to work the same magic for the ATL’s latest phenom. Wooing heavyweights like 10.Deep, Mick Boogie and DJ Benzi in his inaugural season, Diary Of An Atlanta is unfolding to be the best chapter yet in the life & times of Donnis. Read the rest of this entry »

“Dear Summer, I know you gon’ miss me, For we been together like Nike Airs and crisp tees…” — Jay-Z’s — “Dear Summer”

“Yeah I got on sneaks but I need a new pair/Cause basketball courts in the Summer got girls there.” — The Fresh Prince — “Summer Time”

When Hip-Hop fans think of hot weather, anthems like “Dear Summer” or “Summertime” end up on most people’s list. The Summer has a bond with fresh gear and the lyrics can back up that argument. But why is that? The artist formerly known as the “Fresh Prince” knew the deal: scantily clad summer bunnies motivate dudes to look sharp. So for the Summer edition, I brought in founder of online lifestyle magazine CtotheJL, Chris Lee, to give his suggestions.

Just a bit of advice before we move forward – Do not, I repeat, DO NOT wear shorts that rest above the knee. Yes, guys wear more fitting clothes lately but this does not apply to shorts. You don’t want to look like Magic Johnson in ’79 bro – not a good look.

And with that we can move forward…

HATS
1. Diamond Supply Co. Mesh Camo Trucker
2. Mighty Healthy Varsity New Era Fitted Cap
3. Diamond Supply Co. x Maybach Music Fitted Cap
4. Supreme 5 Panel Bandanna Print Cap
5. Crooks & Castles Fedora
6. 10.Deep King of Gears New Era Fitted Cap

My favorite is the Diamond Supply Co. x Maybach Music Group fitted. It had the internet going nuts a few weeks back and is a sure sell out. Who’s really fuckin’ with Ricky Ross?

TEES
1. Diamond Supply Co. Colder Than Ice
2. Crooks & Castles V-Neck
3. Diamond Supply Co. Rise and Shine
4. Mighty Healthy Cold Getting Dumb
5. 10.Deep Gears & Whiskey

10 Deep’s summer ’09 collection was really strong, their tees were executed perfectly. But I have to admit, I copped a few of the Diamond Supply Co. Summer ’09 tees & they’re straight fire.

WOVENS/JACKETS/LIGHTWEIGHT HOODIES/CREWS
1. Amongst Friends Gingham Shirt
2. 10.Deep Kissena Jacket
3. Diamond Supply Co. “Un-Polo” Hoodie
4. Diamond Supply Co. x Alchemist Crew
5. 10.Deep Triple Bogey Shirt
6. Amongst Friends AF Only Coat

Diamond Supply Co. and Alchemist are teaming up for a tee and crew neck hoodie release. The Alchemist crew neck is definitely my favorite piece from this section.

SHORTS
1. Amongst Friends Chino Shorts
2. Diamond Supply Co. Fatigue Shorts
3. 10.Deep AFI Cargo Shorts
4. 10.Deep Basic Check Short

Out of all of them, my favorite piece has to be Read the rest of this entry »

Words By Jason Hortillas

Winter’s dying down thankfully (Southwest U.S. readers disregard) so I had to re-up with another batch of gear picks for you guys. This time around, I enlisted Felson & Jason, the editors of SwipeLife, a men’s lifestyle website. After reading their work, I honestly had to step back and admit, I don’t know jack when it comes to next level schwag. Thankfully we got them here to break down their picks for Spring ’09.

Here’s what they have to say about their season selections:

Spring can only mean three things – sunny weather, more outdoor activities and pretty girls in skirts. And when it comes to those pretty girls in skirts, you definitely should know how to clean up if you want to get noticed at least. Spring weather will always call for brighter colors, but you don’t have to look like a bag of Skittles to get your fashion statement across. Remember to go light on the hues and always mix with neutrals for balance. Earth tones never fail as well, so play it safe within the spectrum of tans and greens if you’re unsure.

HATS — For Spring, try on lighter colors and new patterns like seersucker or summer plaid. Don’t like fitteds? Try snap backs, five panels or drivers caps. Here are some of our choices.

1. 3sixteen – Grey Seersucker Fitted
2. Supreme – Summer Plaid Five Panel
3. Brixton – Hooligan Multi-plaid Houndstooth Drivers Cap
4. Quiet Life – Square Pattern Five Panel
5. New Era – City Script 59 Fifty (New York Mets)
6. New Era – World Baseball Classic (Panama)

TEES — Tees are essential because it’ll probably be the most comfortable thing you’ll wear throughout the season. Pick graphics that Read the rest of this entry »

KiD CuDi performing “Day N’ Nite” at the 10.Deep Party

I’m convinced that LC is like Della Reese from Touched By An Angel, flying around blessing us with her great taste in music when we really need it. A couple of weeks ago, she hit Contra off with a Shawn Jackson video that helped restore his faith in our music. About a week ago, she sent me Read the rest of this entry »

“Guess who’s back in the motherfuckin’ house?”

Benzi has been on his grizz the past few months. And yet, here we are with another one. The tracklisting on this one is thick to say the least. Read the rest of this entry »

EDIT – Video removed @ the behest of CuDi’s people.

OG version of the song > this Crookers mix. Still good to have a visual for the song.

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H.E.R. threatened urged me to tell you that CuDi’s the truth. I’m gonna Tivo his bio real quick.

What you’ve missed thus far?

The e-hit single, “Day N Nite.” As a result, he signed to A-Trak’s Fool’s Gold and is now managed by Plain Pat. Read the rest of this entry »