” Sneaker Freaker Steez “
It’s kinda crazy how ILL the kick world has gotten….I vividly remember copping Jordans, Dunks. AF1’s, Max’s, etc- for reasonable prices a few decades ago….Nowadays they tried to turn it into a rich mans game, but just like records- if you know how to dig and have real world contacts you can make some magic happen…HA..
I use to feel somewhat guilty on how obsessive I was when it came to copping kicks – but once again just like records, the resell value is so high, I’m literally sitting on a stash so powerful, it could easily put my children through college when the the time comes… Even though I do not cop nearly as much as I used to- I still keep my eyes on the grid and peep what’s going on somewhat…
“When self-acclaimed Sneakerhead Simon “Woody” Wood decided to pursue his love of sneakers and freebie footwear with a publication, the mighty Sneaker Freaker was born. From its punk fanzine-style first edition in 2002 to today’s slick print + online operation, the indie magazine has remained at the fore of the global sneaker scene, documenting every collab, limited edition, retro reissue, Quickstrike, custom shoe and more, with raw passion. As “funny and serious, meaningful and pointless” as the magazine’s own ethos, the book packs in more than 650 pages of dense insider knowledge, hundreds of beautiful photos and Woody’s own obsessional observations. The book rollicks through some 100 years of sneaker history, documenting Air Max, Air Force, All Stars, Dapper Dan, Michael Jordan, Reebok Pump and Nike Skateboarding, alongside more obscure treasures like Troop, SPX and Vision Street Wear. All the major sneaker moments are all there, from Kanye to adidas Futurecraft, Nike Air Force 1 to New Balance as well as landmark collabs and prominent ad campaigns. Through all the limited editions, customs, retro reissues and samples, this is the definitive source of sneaker knowledge you’ll love as hard as your Beaters”.
” MINNESOTA- MONEY BOSS : 2021 “
When it comes to that street parable, block shaman, true to the grain, concrete evangelist Hip Hop- MINNESOTA has you covered….He is mostly known for his beats, but truth be told, he is a absolute problem on the microphone.Glad to see MBP/ Boss Money still active in this era- much needed and much appreciated..
On this cut from “Once Upon A Handshake” Minnesota keeps it reality rap without all the fluff and extras….Hip Hop Battlefield’s Top Pick Of The Week.
” Drasar Monumental : Advanced Terrorism “
BLAM,BLAM,BLAM,BLAM…It’s almost that time again peoples…More fucking heat for your ear drums…More fire, more pressure, more B-Boy anarchy on deck…..”Advanced Terrorism” is my latest piece of wreckage to launch at the world, and to be completely 100 percent honest – This is just straight up brutality on wax..
Instead of rushing myself – I took my time on the beats, rhymes, and scratches to make sure that I flexed new styles and new approaches..It’s practically 2022 – motherfuckers need to hear some next shit…
The record pressing world is moving at a snail’s pace…The order for this record was placed in March, received test- presses in June – and were still not slated to get the vinyl back until later this month / October….
After putting out wax for over a decade , I figured the turnaround time would be 4-5 months like usual – but with Covid extras, two record store days a year, major labels hopping back in the mix, and Hip Hop opportunist / Hip Hop weasels clogging up lanes, the future of vinyl pressing looks congested….
Where were all these motherfuckers 15-10 years ago ?
They were probably somewhere selling their entire vinyl collection because they thought Serato was the answer…HA!…..But now they see Discogs & E Bay prices for certain limited vinyl and they want a piece of the scumbag ,reseller action… Nah, man..
No gimmicks over here chief…No schemes, no fluff, no lathe cut swindles, no record broker “Scrooge McDuck” activity…..No 200 dollar asking price for “colored” vinyl…..
So keep your eyes peeled in the coming weeks – its about to get real ugly out here…
DRASAR MONUMENTAL
ADVANCED TERRORISM
VINYL, CD, & DIGITAL
SOON COME !
” Reading Is Fundamental “
One of the benefits of living in this current era is that we have access to many things that were once kept in the dark…If your a seeker of knowledge, and truly dedicated – you can become somewhat of an expert on a wide range of topics , via You Tube / Google University…
But in my opinion ; nothing beats hardcore field research and experience…
After 20 years of putting out music, touring, etc – BLUEPRINT definitely has the experience to back up some of his theories in this book, and that’s why I copped it (His podcast with Illogic is also worth checking out)…
PEEP….
” “Attack Of The Killer Demos – 34 “
If your on the hunt for some demo morale, you just found it troopers….This time around the enigma, the Jazzman, the producer / MC, the Cenobite, the Group War Committee repper – GODFATHER DON emerges from the shadows with slab of wax from the seemingly never-ending stash box (Exotic Essentials) …..
“Exotic Essentials” is a handpicked demo compilation by Godfather Don himself including some lost gems of mid-90’s works. The album includes 8 vocal tracks as well as 9 instrumentals shorties from the vaults. Available in a limited run on black as well as grey colored 2LP, on limited CD and cassette plus digitally on all major platforms.
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