Recently Josh (Alan South 1/2 of Ditto), Gray, and myself sat down with Mutual of Omaha to share our "Aha Moment." Essentially we shared a short story of how Gray and myself started Two Kids From Vermont, how Alan and I started Ditto, and how we all have made a team in the last year. Check out the video below:
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Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Monday, January 24, 2011
David: Ditto x Just For The Culture Magazine Feature Plus Bonus Mix
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| Cover |
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| Hugh Cosby & DJ D-Cutz (Click the picture for the magazine) |
Bonus:
Below is a mix we put together today! Listen and download it below!
Download here - Mediafire
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Wednesday, November 17, 2010
David: Grace Potter x Path To Vermont Documentary Series (Part 1)
Like Grace Potter says, I'm proud to be from Vermont as well. And I'm extremely proud to feature a very talented Vermonters like Grace Potter on TKFV. In Part 1 of a three part documentary series of iconic Vermonters, Path to Vermont sits down with the lovely musician, Grace Potter of Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, and talks to her about Vermont, her life, and what she has done with local businesses in the community. There is also a clip from a performance held at the Burlington Waterfront in Vermont back in August of this year. Check it out below:
Stay tuned for Parts 2 and 3!
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David: Frendy Lemorin x The Yellow Brick Road: Vladimir Calixte
Above is the 5th episode of Frendy Lemorin's documentary series, "The Yellow Brick Road," featuring Haitian-American Comedian/Actor Vladimir Calixte. Known for his comedic skits featuring his alter-ego 'Haitian V,' Vlad wants the world to see that his talents surpass one character. In this episode we take a sneak peak into his personal life. He discusses growing up as a Haitian American, as well as the difficulties that are faced in the entertainment industry.
I was very impressed with how this video turned out. I enjoyed the last four (which you can find on Frendy's vimeo page or personal website), but I thought this one was a major step up. I look forward to the next few episodes to come and definitely give a huge shout out to everything he is doing right now. From first meeting him at the Bape Store in New York City, to working with him over at his first blog, *General-Made, and seeing the creative work and mind of such a great individual continue to expand has truly been an inspiration to me. Frendy is like family to me and without him many of the things I am doing today probably would not be true if he did not introduce me and teach me so many things.
http://thisisfrendylemorin.net/
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Monday, November 8, 2010
David: Maestro On Drums Part II by TONE
This is part II of Maestro "On Drums" by TONE. In this video TONE sits down with Maestro as he explains the steps he took to get where he is today. "Speak things into existence," make it happen, and things will work out for you. Check out the video below:
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Friday, October 22, 2010
David: TKFV Introduction - Jordan Boyea (Interview)
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| Jordan Boyea. Photo taken by Zack Griswald |
Just last week we sat down together for TKFV's very first interview, and I'm glad it was him. Get ready though because this is only the first! Get to know Jordan Boyea below:
D: Could you tell us a little about yourself?
J: My name’s Jordan Boyea. I’m 29 years old, and I run a small clothing boutique on Church Street in Burlington, Vermont. I’ve been doing this for about 8 years and I’m also a part of a men’s contemporary clothing brand based out of New York City and Vermont called Create Build Destroy. I do public relations, marketing, and production for the brand.
D: What got you into fashion?
J: There wasn’t really one specific thing that got me into fashion. It wasn’t like I went to school for it. In high school I was an art major but I was very mediocre at art. I was more into the ascetics of music and fashion, and I think that’s what got me started. When I was living on the west coast in California I got introduced to a brand that was up and coming at the time. When I moved back east, I brought the brand back with me and figured I could start a store in Burlington where there wasn’t that genre of clothing in the area. So I decided to open up a store here in Vermont and that’s how I got my start.
D: When was Steez founded and what got you involved in creating this company?
J: Steez was founded in 1997. Then it was only my current business partner’s, Fattie B’s, online business, selling T-shirts and artwork. I didn’t move to Vermont until late 2002. When he saw that I was in touch with these clothing brands that were only available in California, we came together and decided that we’d do art and clothing together in one store. At the time it wasn’t really called “street wear,” but that’s what it’s called now. We kept the name Steez because Fattie already had it incorporated before.
D: Tell us a little about Create Build Destroy clothing.
J: Create Build Destroy was a brand that my partner, Alex Hollender, and his cousin started as Create Clothing. They started their company when both were in high school, selling their products locally. They came to me a few seasons into its existence, and pitched this idea to me about how they wanted to expand the business, and change the name to Create Build Destroy. I thought the whole idea behind their business plan was cool, and something I could relate to. I really felt that there was a market here for their clothes, as fashion was changing at that point. They brought me onboard around 2007. We started working together and getting their clothes into magazines, blogs, and some of the best street wear stores in the United States and across the globe. It took off from there and we came to a point where we stopped everything and changed directions and went more in the direction that we all really wanted to go in, which was more contemporary high end fashion. That’s been going on for the last year and it’s doing really well. Right now we have a show room in Italy that shows our stuff with brands like Henry Vibskov, Opening Ceremony, Surface to Air, etcetera. We’re also working with a show room in Scandinavia, selling all over Europe, Japan, and now we’re starting our conquest of the U.S.
D: Why was Create Build Destroy chosen as the name?
J: Within the foundation of an idea lie the seed of its destruction. In order for a creative progression of ideas to occur, one must be able to destroy the laws and codes previously built upon, and create something new. That’s the whole meaning behind Create Build Destroy.
D: What are some of your favorite trends in fashion today and some of your least favorite?
J: I’m not really much for the trends as much as what is appealing at the time and what’s going on both in our society, in music and art, and in different places in the world. Some of my favorite fashions came out of the rise of the dance hall, from 1970’s Jamaican culture, to the emergence of Acid Rock, Punk Rock in the late 1960’s and 70’s, the 1980’s in New York City, to California in the mid 1990’s. That’s where I take from, for it allows me to really gain respect for where fashion has come from in the past, which helps me to be successful at doing it in the future.
D: Where do you see fashion in the future?
J: I would like to see it keep evolving and keep with the idea that it’s not about catching on to the next trend that you see on TV or on some celebrity in a paparazzi shot. I want to get past that and do stuff that has a classic feel. Something that when I’m 45 years old or 50 years old I can look back and say I wasn’t looking like a complete idiot, like what was I doing. Like most people do, you know they look at their pictures from the 80’s or when they were younger and say what was I wearing? I think that’s kind of the appeal for any brand that’s trying to emerge right now in the place we are in history.
D: What’s one of your most memorable moments and/or accomplishments within the fashion industry?
J: Everyday is kind of like a blessing to be able to do what I’m doing. Working for myself, working with likeminded people of all different age groups, and really just surviving off of that in some form of success and the idea that from day to day I help run these two businesses that are both very much respected and a lot of people enjoy what we do and that’s one of the most rewarding parts about this. I don’t really have one specific moment or accomplishment, it’s just cool the people I’ve been able to meet and rub elbows with.
D: What advice would you give young people who are interested in going into fashion?
J: For any young person that’s going into fashion just do what you’re passionate about and truly believe is not just something that’s marketable to the masses. Like don’t go in trying to create the next Tommy Hilfiger or anything like that. Just do what you love and do it to the utmost potential that you can and the success will come with it as long as it’s what you truly love doing. I think there are a lot of people that come out and start T-shirt and clothing brands to catch that trend because it’s what’s considered cool. And there are thousands of clothing companies out there that do hoodies, tee shirts, sweatshirts, and put a little saying on the tee shirt or do a little graphic with headphones and it’s real hit or miss. I think you just have to stay true to what you really love.
D: What have you learned that you can pass on?
J: It’s an industry that you really have to know how to remove yourself from because there’s a hint of this “cool guy” ego that exists in this industry and if you can’t step away from it and come into some form of reality and realize that not everyone is a part of that idea you might get trapped. If you’re going to do it, definitely be ready because it’s very much an “I scratch your back, you scratch mine” kind of business. If you want something done to help promote your brand you have to do 7 or 8 favors in hopes that you get that favor back. Especially when you’re just getting started.
D: Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
J: I hope I’m still doing what I love. I really try to focus on the day to day and pray that I’m doing the right thing. I always want to make sure that I’m a good business man and I want to make sure that I’m not cutting throats or doing people dirty by any means. As long as I stay focused on the direction I have chosen in my life at the age that I am, I hope that it really pans out and keeps me successful in the future.
D: Any last words before we end this discussion?
J: Growing up I used to always hear people saying, “This is how you’re going to live your life and if you don’t do it you won’t be successful.” And I got this feeling in the bottom of my stomach saying, “Not only do I not agree with you, but I’m going to prove you wrong.” Money was never the issue for me; I never cared about being a millionaire. I just wanted to do what I loved and was passionate about and do it how I saw fit. Like I said I was a very mediocre artist, I can’t play music, I can’t DJ, definitely can’t sing, never tried to rap, never tried to be in a band, like that just wasn’t me. But I wanted to be the spokesperson for that culture and show people that mine wasn’t just some antisocial outcast behavior where you say, “I don’t care what you told me, I’m going to do this, I don’t care, and I’m going to be someone who doesn’t contribute to society.” And I think that was one of the greatest parts about opening Steez because I remember thinking that I wanted to have a TV in here, some sofas and a chair, maybe a PlayStation, and just make it a place where kids can come. I have more to say, if you’d like.
D: Please, continue. I know there are many young people who want to hear what you have to say.
J: OK. Like there is the YMCA and the Boys and Girls Club, but Fattie B. and I wanted it for “this” culture. For the kids that loved punk rock, skateboarding, hip hop, crazy art, traveling, and just living day to day. We wanted to build something and look how it panned out. All these young kids that are really amazing, intelligent, talented, and driven come to the store, and don’t hold these attitudes saying, “Well this person over here is disrespectful towards me, telling me that what I’m doing is dumb.” They do what they like to do and do it very well. We were happy to attract that so when these kids came here and felt comfortable and felt like Steez was a place they could call their own. We wanted to reach out to this next generation of kids that are going to be setting these precedents in our society and feed off their energy and feed off of what they are doing and seeing how they’re evolving from young kids to adults.
I believe that the generation of kids today are going to make a difference and not settle on being “ordinary” or contributing to the world in the way you’re “supposed” to be doing it, but really push it to the next level. And it’s inspiring for someone like me because I see a lot of people in my generation that just settled. That sat back and said, “Well I’m going to have some kids and I’m going to get married,” and those are all great things, but they tapped out to the world and to their dreams and said, “This is what I really wanted to do, but unfortunately it didn’t work out so I’m just going to give up.” I don’t see that in the generation of kids today. I don’t think they’re going to concede, they’re not going to give up, they’re going to keep pushing until what they’re passionate about is going to come to fruition and look at it and think this is what I created for myself and not only for myself, but for that next generation.
Just like what we were trying to do with Steez. You’re going to inspire and you’re going to drive people to do the same thing and not give up on your dreams. Why do we have to give up on our dreams? I don’t want to be 45 and act like a 45 year old. I want to be 45 and very much in touch with the pulse of our society and these cultures and these ideas that are being formulated everyday. In the reality of it in terms of why did we do Steez and why am I doing Create Build Destroy, I mean it’s definitely not for the money. I survive, but I will always take this with me whether it lasts for another 8 years or shuts down tomorrow and I have to move in another direction. I will always take this with me and the people that I have met, worked with, and consider family, and just keep building. So, finally, what I can say from my experiences and from my outlook on life as an adult is don’t give up on your dream no matter what it is. If you have a passion, perfect that passion and do it to the fullest potential you can and love it at the same time.
D: Thanks for your time!
J: For sure!
http://createbuilddestroy.com/
http://greetingsfromtheoutside.tumblr.com/
Create.Build.Destroy. Facebook Fanpage
Steez Fanpage
This post will also be featured in my school's paper in November (SBHS Rebel Word)
D: Could you tell us a little about yourself?
J: My name’s Jordan Boyea. I’m 29 years old, and I run a small clothing boutique on Church Street in Burlington, Vermont. I’ve been doing this for about 8 years and I’m also a part of a men’s contemporary clothing brand based out of New York City and Vermont called Create Build Destroy. I do public relations, marketing, and production for the brand.
D: What got you into fashion?
J: There wasn’t really one specific thing that got me into fashion. It wasn’t like I went to school for it. In high school I was an art major but I was very mediocre at art. I was more into the ascetics of music and fashion, and I think that’s what got me started. When I was living on the west coast in California I got introduced to a brand that was up and coming at the time. When I moved back east, I brought the brand back with me and figured I could start a store in Burlington where there wasn’t that genre of clothing in the area. So I decided to open up a store here in Vermont and that’s how I got my start.
D: When was Steez founded and what got you involved in creating this company?
J: Steez was founded in 1997. Then it was only my current business partner’s, Fattie B’s, online business, selling T-shirts and artwork. I didn’t move to Vermont until late 2002. When he saw that I was in touch with these clothing brands that were only available in California, we came together and decided that we’d do art and clothing together in one store. At the time it wasn’t really called “street wear,” but that’s what it’s called now. We kept the name Steez because Fattie already had it incorporated before.
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| Steez Clothing on 104 Church Street Suite 2A, Burlington, Vermont |
J: Create Build Destroy was a brand that my partner, Alex Hollender, and his cousin started as Create Clothing. They started their company when both were in high school, selling their products locally. They came to me a few seasons into its existence, and pitched this idea to me about how they wanted to expand the business, and change the name to Create Build Destroy. I thought the whole idea behind their business plan was cool, and something I could relate to. I really felt that there was a market here for their clothes, as fashion was changing at that point. They brought me onboard around 2007. We started working together and getting their clothes into magazines, blogs, and some of the best street wear stores in the United States and across the globe. It took off from there and we came to a point where we stopped everything and changed directions and went more in the direction that we all really wanted to go in, which was more contemporary high end fashion. That’s been going on for the last year and it’s doing really well. Right now we have a show room in Italy that shows our stuff with brands like Henry Vibskov, Opening Ceremony, Surface to Air, etcetera. We’re also working with a show room in Scandinavia, selling all over Europe, Japan, and now we’re starting our conquest of the U.S.
D: Why was Create Build Destroy chosen as the name?
J: Within the foundation of an idea lie the seed of its destruction. In order for a creative progression of ideas to occur, one must be able to destroy the laws and codes previously built upon, and create something new. That’s the whole meaning behind Create Build Destroy.
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J: I’m not really much for the trends as much as what is appealing at the time and what’s going on both in our society, in music and art, and in different places in the world. Some of my favorite fashions came out of the rise of the dance hall, from 1970’s Jamaican culture, to the emergence of Acid Rock, Punk Rock in the late 1960’s and 70’s, the 1980’s in New York City, to California in the mid 1990’s. That’s where I take from, for it allows me to really gain respect for where fashion has come from in the past, which helps me to be successful at doing it in the future.
D: Where do you see fashion in the future?
J: I would like to see it keep evolving and keep with the idea that it’s not about catching on to the next trend that you see on TV or on some celebrity in a paparazzi shot. I want to get past that and do stuff that has a classic feel. Something that when I’m 45 years old or 50 years old I can look back and say I wasn’t looking like a complete idiot, like what was I doing. Like most people do, you know they look at their pictures from the 80’s or when they were younger and say what was I wearing? I think that’s kind of the appeal for any brand that’s trying to emerge right now in the place we are in history.
D: What’s one of your most memorable moments and/or accomplishments within the fashion industry?
J: Everyday is kind of like a blessing to be able to do what I’m doing. Working for myself, working with likeminded people of all different age groups, and really just surviving off of that in some form of success and the idea that from day to day I help run these two businesses that are both very much respected and a lot of people enjoy what we do and that’s one of the most rewarding parts about this. I don’t really have one specific moment or accomplishment, it’s just cool the people I’ve been able to meet and rub elbows with.
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Alex Hollender (Create Build Destroy) and Jordan Boyea. This photo was taken by Gordon Von Steiner and was featured in GQ Magazine's "International Men of Style." |
J: For any young person that’s going into fashion just do what you’re passionate about and truly believe is not just something that’s marketable to the masses. Like don’t go in trying to create the next Tommy Hilfiger or anything like that. Just do what you love and do it to the utmost potential that you can and the success will come with it as long as it’s what you truly love doing. I think there are a lot of people that come out and start T-shirt and clothing brands to catch that trend because it’s what’s considered cool. And there are thousands of clothing companies out there that do hoodies, tee shirts, sweatshirts, and put a little saying on the tee shirt or do a little graphic with headphones and it’s real hit or miss. I think you just have to stay true to what you really love.
D: What have you learned that you can pass on?
J: It’s an industry that you really have to know how to remove yourself from because there’s a hint of this “cool guy” ego that exists in this industry and if you can’t step away from it and come into some form of reality and realize that not everyone is a part of that idea you might get trapped. If you’re going to do it, definitely be ready because it’s very much an “I scratch your back, you scratch mine” kind of business. If you want something done to help promote your brand you have to do 7 or 8 favors in hopes that you get that favor back. Especially when you’re just getting started.
D: Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
J: I hope I’m still doing what I love. I really try to focus on the day to day and pray that I’m doing the right thing. I always want to make sure that I’m a good business man and I want to make sure that I’m not cutting throats or doing people dirty by any means. As long as I stay focused on the direction I have chosen in my life at the age that I am, I hope that it really pans out and keeps me successful in the future.
D: Any last words before we end this discussion?
J: Growing up I used to always hear people saying, “This is how you’re going to live your life and if you don’t do it you won’t be successful.” And I got this feeling in the bottom of my stomach saying, “Not only do I not agree with you, but I’m going to prove you wrong.” Money was never the issue for me; I never cared about being a millionaire. I just wanted to do what I loved and was passionate about and do it how I saw fit. Like I said I was a very mediocre artist, I can’t play music, I can’t DJ, definitely can’t sing, never tried to rap, never tried to be in a band, like that just wasn’t me. But I wanted to be the spokesperson for that culture and show people that mine wasn’t just some antisocial outcast behavior where you say, “I don’t care what you told me, I’m going to do this, I don’t care, and I’m going to be someone who doesn’t contribute to society.” And I think that was one of the greatest parts about opening Steez because I remember thinking that I wanted to have a TV in here, some sofas and a chair, maybe a PlayStation, and just make it a place where kids can come. I have more to say, if you’d like.
D: Please, continue. I know there are many young people who want to hear what you have to say.
J: OK. Like there is the YMCA and the Boys and Girls Club, but Fattie B. and I wanted it for “this” culture. For the kids that loved punk rock, skateboarding, hip hop, crazy art, traveling, and just living day to day. We wanted to build something and look how it panned out. All these young kids that are really amazing, intelligent, talented, and driven come to the store, and don’t hold these attitudes saying, “Well this person over here is disrespectful towards me, telling me that what I’m doing is dumb.” They do what they like to do and do it very well. We were happy to attract that so when these kids came here and felt comfortable and felt like Steez was a place they could call their own. We wanted to reach out to this next generation of kids that are going to be setting these precedents in our society and feed off their energy and feed off of what they are doing and seeing how they’re evolving from young kids to adults.
I believe that the generation of kids today are going to make a difference and not settle on being “ordinary” or contributing to the world in the way you’re “supposed” to be doing it, but really push it to the next level. And it’s inspiring for someone like me because I see a lot of people in my generation that just settled. That sat back and said, “Well I’m going to have some kids and I’m going to get married,” and those are all great things, but they tapped out to the world and to their dreams and said, “This is what I really wanted to do, but unfortunately it didn’t work out so I’m just going to give up.” I don’t see that in the generation of kids today. I don’t think they’re going to concede, they’re not going to give up, they’re going to keep pushing until what they’re passionate about is going to come to fruition and look at it and think this is what I created for myself and not only for myself, but for that next generation.
Just like what we were trying to do with Steez. You’re going to inspire and you’re going to drive people to do the same thing and not give up on your dreams. Why do we have to give up on our dreams? I don’t want to be 45 and act like a 45 year old. I want to be 45 and very much in touch with the pulse of our society and these cultures and these ideas that are being formulated everyday. In the reality of it in terms of why did we do Steez and why am I doing Create Build Destroy, I mean it’s definitely not for the money. I survive, but I will always take this with me whether it lasts for another 8 years or shuts down tomorrow and I have to move in another direction. I will always take this with me and the people that I have met, worked with, and consider family, and just keep building. So, finally, what I can say from my experiences and from my outlook on life as an adult is don’t give up on your dream no matter what it is. If you have a passion, perfect that passion and do it to the fullest potential you can and love it at the same time.
D: Thanks for your time!
J: For sure!
http://createbuilddestroy.com/
http://greetingsfromtheoutside.tumblr.com/
Create.Build.Destroy. Facebook Fanpage
Steez Fanpage
This post will also be featured in my school's paper in November (SBHS Rebel Word)
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Friday, October 8, 2010
David: Kanye West x Runaway Film x Album Launch
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| Kanye West at his premier of Runaway |
For a little preview for the viewers here at TKFV here are some extra details of what you can expect from the film:
- Inspired by "Thriller", Prince’s "Purple Rain" and Pink Floyd’s "The Wall"
- Inspired by Picasso and Matisse
- Encapsulates “An overall representation of what I dream”
- There is a scene that features an over-sized paper mache model of Michael Jackson’s head
- The film was written and directed by Mr. West, with the assistance of art director Vanessa Beecroft
- Nicki Minaj narrates in a British accent
- Selita Ebanks is cast as Yeezy’s love interest, and the “Phoenix”
- Shot in four days while out in Prague, apparently pulling 20 hour days
- There will be more ballet dancer appearances
(List via 2dopeboyz)
Following the film Kanye took to a Q&A with the audience and revealed some of the following:
- Mos Def has already recorded 5 tracks for his G.O.O.D. debut
- "So Appalled" is his favourite G.O.O.D. Friday release so far
- Bon Iver is on 9 tracks off the album
- The CRS project is still on the cards
- He wants to tour the new album across the world and eventually perform a show in Egypt by the Pyramids
- He is finishing up the Jay and Ye album in France at the end of this month, and they have already completed 5 tracks
- Alicia Keys performed some of the vocals on "Lost in The World"
- He was trying to sign M.I.A. to G.O.O.D. music a couple of weeks ago
- Only 1 or 2 of the G.O.O.D. Friday leaks actually appear on the album.
So at the end of the day Kanye is once again on a whole different level than anyone else in the game. Not a big surprise haha, but I'm very excited to see this video and listen to his new album (once again dropping November 22nd). Rosewood!
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Thursday, September 2, 2010
David: KAWS Video Interview from Mexico
KAWS, one of my favorite artists, has recently been collaborating Dos Equis and it has become one of the most talked about partnerships in recent months. KAWS’ who rarely gives video interviews has given this 2 part interview while the New York based artist visits Mexico City for the launch of his exclusive Beer packaging. Check them out below:
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Thursday, July 29, 2010
David: Diggy Simmons Madbury Club Interview
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| Diggy Simmons' Madbury Club Feature |
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Saturday, July 24, 2010
Gray: HBO Interview
If any of you have been watching Entourage lately, you have been seeing a lot of Scott Lavin. In the show his character is currently trying to take Vince from E, and in the last episode things heated up between the two, ending in the destruction of Vince's new dinosaur skull. Here is what the real Scott [Lavin] has to say about playing a similar character to himself in the show.
(Interview done by HBO found HERE)
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Wednesday, July 7, 2010
David: Phil Adé's Chasing the Letter Parts 1-3
Recently one of my favorite up and coming rappers, Phil Adé, concluded his three part "Chasing The Letter" series for his upcoming project The Letterman which was released yesterday, July 6th. These three videos give a good insight and understanding behind who Phil Adé is, his rap career, and what he has planned for the future. Check them out below:
In the first installment we get to know Phil as he gives us a tour of his hometown, and sheds light on how his rap career got started.
In part 2 Phil talks about Raheem DeVaughn’s influence and how his vocals differ from Drake, CuDi and others.
In the final installment Phil goes through some of the tracks off his recently released project The Letterman.
In the final installment Phil goes through some of the tracks off his recently released project The Letterman.
To see and listen to more of Phil Adé check out his music video for "The Letter" after the jump!
Download his recent mixtape The Letterman here - DJ Booth
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Tuesday, June 15, 2010
David: Charles Munka at HVW8 Art + Design Gallery
For people that have followed us since TKFV vs. LA you might be familiar with HVW8 after our tour around their studio. The video below is an interview of the very talented Charles Munka during his 'Double Knock Out' show at the HVW8 Art + Design Gallery. Check it out below:
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Charles Munka at HVW8 Art + Design Gallery from HVW8 on Vimeo.
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Sunday, June 6, 2010
David: Frendy Lemorin x The Yellow Brick Road: Sakiya Sandifer
Here's the third interview to the documentary series, The Yellow Brick Road, produced and hosted by Frendy Lemorin and shot and edited by Julien Jauniaux. I was excited to see that the latest episode is with Sakiya Sandifer. This guy has done so much and is truly an inspiration for people trying to make it everywhere. Check out Frendy's description of the video below:
It is my pleasure to deliver to you all the Third episode of my documentary series The Yellow Brick Road featuring Entrepreneur/Thinker/Writer Sakiya Sandifer. In this interview, Sakiya discusses his upbringing, motivation for his career moves, and several of his biggest accomplishments including his collaboration with Mega-Star Kanye West. I hope this will leave you all inspired!
TYBR : Sakiya Sandifer from Frendy Lemorin on Vimeo.
Check out Frendy's Tumblr - thisisfrendylemorin.tumblr.com
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Wednesday, May 5, 2010
David: Frendy Lemorin x The Yellow Brick Road: Storyboard
Once again we're back with another Yellow Brick Road interview from my good friends, Frendy Lemorin and Julien Jauniaux. This marks the second episode of the documentary series which features Brooklyn's Premiere Street Dancer, Storyboard! In this interview he speaks about his life, ups and downs on being a Street Dancer, and his efforts in starting his own dance movement. I thought both Frendy and Julien did a great job on this and really go past the dancer and capture who Storyboard really is. Check it out below!
TYBR : Storyboard from Frendy Lemorin on Vimeo.
To see a video of Storyboard dancing hit read more or search him on YouTube!
Oh and check out Frendy Lemorin's blog here!
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Wednesday, April 7, 2010
David: Tony Williams of G.O.O.D. Music x Complex Interview
Tony Williams
Thought this article on Complex Magazine's website was interesting. It focuses on Kanye West's older cousin Tony Williams and his most memorable studio sessions with Kanye. This dude might not get the credit or recognition he deserves on some of the tracks he's been on, but his voice is definitely heard. He's contributed vocals to albums like College Dropout, Graduation, and the song "A Star Is Born" featuring J. Cole off of Jay-Z's Blueprint 3 album. He's also working in the studio with Kanye on his highly anticipated Good Ass Music album.
To Check the interview and original post on Complex click here!
Also download his mixtape here - Ushare
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Monday, April 5, 2010
Gray: The Controversy of Marijuana in a Nutshell
*I know this video is old, but it needs to be talked about more.
I find it very funny when people try to tell me that smoking weed will make you stupid, lazy, and hungry.. ok well maybe the hungry part isn't a wrong, but the other two I have some thoughts about. People think smoking marijuana is directly related to being lazy and stupid, but what people don't realize is that those kids are already stupid and lazy before they started smoking weed. Parents and teachers come up with these examples of drop-outs and bums when they are talking about weed, but they don't touch base with the successful people who have used the drug to better their lives and their work, such as The Beatles, Vincent Van Gogh, or for this matter, Kid Cudi. It is pretty crazy that just a simple plant from the earth can spark creativity, and let people's minds open to new ideas and innovations. I'm not going to try to change some die-hard people's minds who think smoking pot is worthy of the chair, but I thought I'd just share my thoughts on the subject. So watch that video, see what the Man on the Moon has to say about the topic.
For those of you who want to know the real deal about marijuana, spend the hour and watch this video: The Union
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