TR FERNANDEZ – ‘SOLO DREAM’ [VIDEO: DIR. PHDLDN]

Another month, another influencer.

This time, because it’s quite clear I’m an out-of-the-closet TR Fernandez groupie, and president of PHDLDN’s fan club (most creatives I know are either photographers, designers, videographers or all around social beings — these guys are masters in the art of making ALL the aforementioned their bitch, and some). But mainly because, collectively, their hustle is fearless.

Lyrical game on a par with the vocals, Fernandez laces the track and locks the flow on his latest offering, ‘Solo Dream’. Peep the official music video, the last visual instalment before the release of his forthcoming ‘Qualified Life Living’ EP. If you’re in London, mingle with the family and their ever expanding team. If not, play this video directed by PHDLDN, feast your eyes and it’ll feel like you’re here — No Solo Dream

These kids come through with some of the waviest, most inebriating visuals… Each and every. Cheggit aaat!

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THROWBACK THURSDAY: LOX – ‘RYDE OR DIE CHICK’

Haven’t thrown back in a minute. A minute too long at that — it’s been 13 years and this is still a jam.

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WELCOME TO THE MIND OF ‘LOGIC’

Words by Josephine Nava Rañeses
Images courtesy of Logic, spoiledBROKE! + GRVTY

All it took was one verse – uncensored and uncut — I was sold. Won’t tell you which one. Instead, I’ll let you listen to the mixtape (below), be the judge and find a verse that grabs you, like it did me.

>> Download ‘Young Sinatra’ <<

Lyrically, he goes in hard, takes us on a wave with his flow, laces tracks with unyielding punch lines and delivers like it were the last pepperoni pizza on Earth. His musical style boasts versatility and in knowing that, he does what works best for his sound which in turn, can do no wrong.

Interview after the cut →

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THREADS TV x LACOSTE L!VE: 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY

What are you doing June 7th? You’ll be attending our friends Threads TV’s 1 Year Anniversary party! Right? Right. Festivities will be held at Lacoste L!VE from 6-9pm. There are 100 tickets going (probably not for long) so cop yours or cop out my friends.

Many a don will be in attendance for this historic celebration, among the likes of Josho Osho, Purple Ferdinand, Smiler, BB and DJ Lukey on the decks — so do try make it out, bring some babes and watch shit go down and get really real.

See you there!

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NOTORIOUS B.I.G. – BEHIND THE MUSIC DOCUMENTARY

VH1 revised, re-released and re-aired “Behind The Music’ documentary with Biggie, after it was first released in 2001. They enlighten us with new interviews, evidence and commentary, while sharing his rise to the top before his fall at 24.

If you’re a fan, it’s definitely a great watch. If you’re not, it’s still a great watch.

Watch videos on the reverse →

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ELLESSE HERITAGE PHOTO CHALLENGE: INSTAGRAM/TWITTER

Today, May 10th, marked the launch of ellesse Heritage’s ‘City Portraits Photo Challenge’ — challenging us all to take a photo a day inspired or influenced by the set ‘Theme’ for each day (listed above). The themes can be interpreted as literally or laterally as you like, which is a great chance to get creative and get shooting. You can share your results with the global community taking part by uploading and using the hashtag #CityPortraits and tag @ellesseheritage on Instagram and/or Twitter.

‘City Portraits’ was recently launched, a series of short films curated by Konstantinos Menelaou that follows the daily grind of three active professionals from three culturally leading cities; Berlin, London and New York. ellesse Heritage are giving you the chance to share your city with the world.

The final result will be a collection of varied portraits and unique insight into the daily lives of people from cities across the globe. I’m definitely excited about this project, it’ll be interesting to see what people get up to on a daily, worldwide.

To view the photos that other people have submitted, stay tuned with #CityPortraits and @ellesseheritage.

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THROWBACK THURSDAY: RAPPIN 4 TAY – PLAYERS CLUB

Somewhere in the world it’s still Thursday…

And because West is where I’m at.

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W.I.A by DESTROY CULTURE: LOOK BOOK

A few weeks ago, the good people over at Destroy Culture launched their new collection of garms — W.I.A in Barcelona. Fresh, next-gen, hyperbounce, rainbow glow goodies designed by DC’s very own Shaun Bass and styled by Alexis Knox. Had to share the video for many reasons. One being, it’s pretty… Pretty fucking nice.

Video + Gifs after the cut (we like gifs) →

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PHANTOM THRETT: FROM POMONA, WITH SOUL.

Words by Josephine Nava Rañeses
Images courtesy of Phantom Thrett

Over the years, Hip Hop has racked up epic mileage traveling from its birthplace of Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx, marking its territory worldwide… Much like a cross-breed with a bad spell of Cystitis. Parallel to that, so has Jazz — shouts to New Orleans. Both their influences can be traced back to most, if not all, corners of the globe. In this case, a two day drive West to inland Pomona, California.

On the oh-so mellow Sunday I first caught glimpse of the ‘Loose Leaves’ artwork… It was thereafter impossible to not notice his movement; committing verbal assassination in the open-air, freestyle battling, machine-gunning verses at an absurd challenger who would learn all too soon that whenever he opens his mouth, it marks the beginning of the end.

In my mind, if I were the challenger, I’d have shook my head, said nothing and just stared, attempting to look my grimmest and keep faith. In reality, I’d have fled the scene, tail between legs. Safe to say, I’d think twice before I challenged Thrett.

Read up and get acquainted with man like Phantom — straight no chaser. Eat up. Ya filthy animals.

Let’s get right to it. What’s in the name? What makes you a thrett?

I am Phantom Thrett. My approach to things is in the name, my personality… It’s who I am. Being a Jack of all trades makes me a thrett.

Describe yourself in one unobvious word…

Cerebral.

Interview after the cut →

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ELLESSE: CALLING ALL TENNIS BABEZ!

For the second year running, Italian sporting sartorial ellesse Italia are the proud clothing sponsor of the Mutua Madrid Tennis Open and true to good old sleazy Italian steeze, they’re running a model competition to be a ball boy/girl.

Do you…

• Enjoy Tennis
• Enjoy the sun
• Fancy a chance to win a 3 week (all-expenses paid) trip to Madrid in May, involving both Tennis and the sun?

Are you…

• Young and fit
• Willing to get trained up by the ‘Ball Team’
All the above?

…Then this is your joint

More competition details + ‘Blue Courts’ images on the reverse →

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BAD BITCH WEDNESDAYS: VENUS X – ‘ghe20 goth1k’

GHE2O GOTH1K
VENUS X
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TUCKER BLAIR – OPENING CEREMONY: NEEDLEPOINTS

Just as we start scheming up ways of coaxing the Spring sun with promises of strawberry milkshakes and watermelon sundaes, the guys over at Tucker Blair pull a fast one on us, introducing their tropical collection. (Not that my inbox doesn’t welcome warm and cozy surprises. Big ups, Zach!)

More Tucker Blair needlepoint belts on the reverse →

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TWOTHIRDS: CAPTAINS OF THE INDUSTRY – PARIS

Influenced by the ocean, the TWOTHIRDS brand’s SS12 range sits right in tune with my general style philosophy — it doesn’t need to be ostentatious to be a knockout piece. Their painfully simple and eco-conscious collection doesn’t pretend to be anything but a celebration of oceanic life and how something feels and functions, which in turn is translated into quality clothing.

Peep the video recap on the reverse →

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MICHAEL JORDAN – BECOME LEGENDARY: VIDEO

Favourite Air Jordan commercial

Cheesy, but true.

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THROWBACK THURSDAY: TOP 3 D’ANGELO

Top 3 D’Angeriddims

Thrown back

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