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Complex Magazine: BAPE’s Nigo Opens Up
November 10th, 2008 in Interviews by Lars
Complex Magazine recently caught up with Nigo, you know, the man behind BAPE (A Bathing Ape) whose credited for pioneering today’s streetwear scare. You already know he’s homeboys with Pharrell and Kanye, and rocking outrageously priced jewelry and all that jazz, but what is this Bathing Ape really bathing in? Complex gets down to the nitty-gritty for their November 2008 “My Complex” column. Nigo opens up about his love life, how he feels about Lil Wayne wearing his clothes, blogs, and the constant criticism that A Bathing Ape does Nike take-offs. Click the link below to find out the five contradictions from Mr. Nagao…
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DVS Interview: HUF x Mighty Healthy
October 9th, 2008 in Interviews by Lars
We recently gave you word on the DVS x Mighty Healthy HUF 5 Runner, now we have an exclusive interview from DVS filling in all the details behind this not-so-typical collaboration. In fact, Keith Hufnagel (HUF) and Ray Mate (Mighty Healthy) have been great friends since childhood and grew up skating together. Hit the link below for the full read and expect more projects from these two gifted individuals in the future!
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Nick Tershay Interview In Limité Magazine
September 29th, 2008 in Interviews by Lars
Diamond Supply Co.’s number one man and heralded designer of the now $1,000 “Tiffany” Dunk, Nick Tershay aka Nick Diamond, is featured in the latest online publication of NYC’s Limité Magazine. Learn how this entrepreneurial success story went from skating EMB in San Fran to running a handful of solid businesses while still being the only designer behind Diamond Supply Co. Check out the full interview HERE and stay tuned for more Diamond surprises in the near future!
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Complex Interview: The Game
August 20th, 2008 in Interviews by CJL
The Game’s highly anticipated album “L.A.X.” releases this Tuesday, Complex has sat down with The Game to talk about his upcoming album, the possible beef between him and Jay-Z, and how Young Buck is his best friend. Head over to Complex for the full read by clicking the link below.
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AllHipHop - - Pharrell Williams Interview
July 21st, 2008 in Interviews by CJL
AllHipHop recently sat down with Mr. Skateboard P to address some of his recent projects. Including the hush “Child.Rebel.Solider” Project, which Pharrell mentions it stands for “Can’t Really Sing.” Head over to AllHipHop to find out more information about the “Everybody NOSE Remix” Video, as well as Common’s new upcoming album.
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Complex Feature: Nas Interview
July 10th, 2008 in Interviews by Lars
Complex Magazine recently caught up with Nas, who Kanye West calls “the greatest rapper of all time”. Catch up with Nas and his view of Kanye, the state of hip-hop, and what his controversial attitude has done in the interview here. Remember, his new Untitled album drops Tuesday.
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Mind Control With Homeroom
May 30th, 2008 in Interviews by admin
The latest installment of the “Mind Control” series from The Fizix gives us insight into the mind of Alex Valdman, the Head of the innovative brand Homeroom. Since their launch, Hoomroom has produced boundary defying pieces, elevating far above the “streetwear black hole” and into a high-end casual brand. Alex enlightens us on the latest releases from Hoomroom, including key pieces like the Black Milk Jacket, which is available now at The Fizix.
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Interview With Brian Siswojo Of Know1edge
May 21st, 2008 in Interviews by Lars
Robust Flavor is pleased to feature an interview with skateboarder/entrepreneur Brian Siswojo. Brian is the undisputed king of the Hong Kong street scene and went from packaging clothes in his living room to opening his own shop 8FIVE2, which eventually led to 8FIVE2 Distribution and Know1edge brand. He now is continually busy orchestrating his sphere of influence not only in Hong Kong, but to the rest of the world. Robust Flavor had the pleasure of interviewing him and finding out what enabled this skate rat to become a business guru. Check out the entire interview on Robust Flavor’s blog and see what a passion for skateboarding, fashion and big dreams can bring you. See Summer ‘08 Know1edge gear after the jump, including backpacks, belts, and bracelets. Now available now on Robust Flavor.
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NY Minute - - Scien D of 123Klan
May 19th, 2008 in Interviews by CJL
Last week, we showed you the collaboration tees that Mighty Healthy did with 123Klan, now MH posted an interview with Scien D of 123Klan under the Steez section of their site. Head over to the MH site for a good read!
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Interview - - Good Wood NYC
April 23rd, 2008 in Interviews by Lars
We introduced Good Wood NYC to the world two weeks ago and requests for their custom wood rings are taking chunks out of the rain forest. We were fortunate enough to catch up with Good Wood founder Kerri O’Konnell, whose wooden craft fills the organic and creative niche that today’s bling’ed out self-conscious jewelry market failed to notice. Hit the “Read more” link to read the interview.