Didn’t see this one coming, did you? Well, the obvious odd combination is the only thing out of place on “I’m A Goner,” which finds Matt and Kim’s epic and always vivacious production carrying Read the rest of this entry »

Words: Donwill

The Converse Jack Purcell is a pretty specific shoe. While its basic counterpart, The Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Low, is a general release worn by many, the Jack Purcell model tows the line between casual and upscale in a very strange way. Read the rest of this entry »

Nya Lee

The Top 10 Highest Grossing Films Of Summer (So Far) [Film Drunk]

‘Police Academy’ Star Bubba Smith Dies [Variety]

What Did Stringer Bell Do Wrong? [Quora]

Top Five Greatest Rap Hook Singers [West Coast Sound] Read the rest of this entry »

After a few cold weather releases, the coming months should see more shoes dropping, designed by the mind of Ronnie Fieg. Let’s start with these magnificent, bloody red Converse Star Player 75′s. No, they aren’t for the faint at heart, but they’re undeniably dope and RF always comes correct on the execution and materials. Read the rest of this entry »

Jacqueline DaFonseca

Is Weed Making You Sexually Dysfunctional? [Gawker]

Wyclef & Sean Penn Reconcile In NYC [RR]

Are Deion Sanders and Wife Pilar Having Money Problems? [Black Voices]

YMCMB 2011 Grammy’s Party [Derrick G.]

Rihanna Sued By David LaChapelle For Stealing Images [Daily Mail] Read the rest of this entry »

Lola LaRen

Five Reasons The New Zodiac Signs 2011 Should Be Changed Back [Babble]

Oh Look, Another College Rap Song [With Leather]

Lawrence Taylor Strikes Plea Deal In Rape Case [TUD]

Twitter Responds to Gucci Mane’s Face Tattoo [The Boombox] Read the rest of this entry »

I always admired shoes for their artistic merit and growing up I always thought it’d be cool to display some of my favorites in glass boxes around the house when I was older. Looking back that seems pretty stupid, although I’m aware it is done. Sculptor Mike Leavitt has also recognized the artistic merits of sneakers and fashions cardboard sculptures out of some of our favorite kicks. Read the rest of this entry »

The highlight of Converse’s new “Join The Procession” commercial should obviously be the new Star Player Evo shoe. It is, of sorts. What’s really shown here in the brand’s natural connection with music and culture as well as sports as faces like Dr. J, Jim Jones, Carlos Arroyo, Doug E. Fresh, Shammgod, Kenny Anderson all  make appearances. Read the rest of this entry »

Azaylia Sen

Lady Gaga Explains Why She’s Been Wearing Meat [PopEater]

The 10 Most Stylish Fictional Gangsters of All Time [TSJ]

High School Coach Ran A Prostitution Ring [With Leather]

6 Rappers Who Wouldn’t Have Careers If 2Pac Was Alive [The BVX]

The 10 Highest Paid Actors In Hollywood [Film Drunk] Read the rest of this entry »

Converse continues to impress me more and more with their simplistic approach to creating quality footwear. The First String Standard lineup is up next with this Matchpoint III model, which will retail for $80.00 and first be available at Concepts (Boston), Major (DC) and WISH (Atlanta). Read the rest of this entry »

Referencing Converse normally includes making mention of Chuck Taylors, but not this time. The Free Agent’s brown and black colorways are remarkable, worthy of the solo shine. Read the rest of this entry »

KiD Cudi joins forces with Best Coast over production by Vampire Weekend’s Rostam Batmanglij for “All Summer,” a collaborative track for Converse’s Three Artists. One Song project. Read the rest of this entry »

The NVUS Twins

Letting Go Of Chris Bosh [Raptors Republic]

The 7 Worst Nude Recreation Activities [Complex] Read the rest of this entry »

Converse presents a short video clip of Cudi taking viewers to Cleveland, showcasing the influences that helped shape his musical destiny. All a part of the shoemaker’s Three Artists. One Song., which will culminate with an original track – featuring Read the rest of this entry »

For the past three days, I’ve been hunkered down in Manhattan, immersed in Nike Basketball’s media event to announce their creation of the World Basketball Festival in partnership with USA Basketball. From new sneakers, to plans to takeover NYC hoops this summer (sorry LBJ), the partnership’s ultimate goal is to use the sport to foster a global impact on communities.

Once I get situated, I’ll share a full disclosure of all that I saw and heard. Until then, check the full press release by clicking here. Read the rest of this entry »