During February 2010, Stussy launched a series of videos as a documentary on the legendary Dilla that are a testament to his work, how he interacted with his surroundings and the impact he had on all of us. I only wish it was 2 hours long because Dilla was so good and so rare, that even hearing people talking about him is the most captivating and raw shit I have heard in years. We really do miss you J D.

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The Shining The Shining

So. The big day is coming up (that’s Valentine’s Day for all you playboys not on your game). Maybe you noticed the really bad commercials on in between TV shows. The ones where they showcase cookie cutter heart shaped goodies (some of which even have the audacity to throw in free chocolate).

Well if you just want to get this holiday over with, then trendy little trinkets may get you out of hot water.

But for those of you that know better, and have a girl who deserves something unique and special, without looking like every other laced out pink silk box of crap these other herbs will be pawning off on their gals, you gotta take a step up to the plate.

That’s where Matt Rueling comes in.

Rueling has been designing and sculpting handmade jewelry since 2003. Having worked for companies that made jewelry for Kay and Jared, Rueling says “i have a different style then them and it speaks for itself.” That Style shines through in some of the guys rings he has made including the Universatile Music Rings and the 2 Finger Skull Rings.

That statement is further reinforced by some of his signature designs, including two finger rings for girls. A thuggish old school approach to sleek femininity. “My hottest piece right now is the 2 finger rose ring. Feels like sex when you put it on” proclaims Rueling.

Matt recently moved from Phoenix, and headed up to Tahoe. “Tahoe has been really inspiring. Leaving Phoenix made me more laid back about designing, and more interested in having fun!” The move also triggered some new designs available in Tahoe at select jewelry stores. For his welcoming back of the winter weather he launched the “Snowflake” Line. Massive almost pop art silver snowflakes that have become quite popular in the region.

Through a generous offer Rueling has agreed to offer 10% discount for Boombox Knocks Readers. Just Visit HIS ETSY STORE, message him using the “Contact Rueling” button on the right and say “Boombox Knocks”.

Play on playas.

The Restoration Project

In the early 1980s, Mayor Koch, enraged about graffiti, began buffing the city’s colorful, painted trains. In the end, he may have succeeded, but not before Tony Silver and Henry Chalfant captured the magnificent first wave of graffiti in their pioneering documentary, Style Wars. The film is seen around the world as an important footnote in hip hop culture and New York City history. Today, that history, too, is threatened. The original footage is damaged and fading. A new kind of buffing is taking place – a “celluloid buff” – that threatens to eradicate the record of the first brave and indomitable writers who took the world by storm.

You can help preserve that history!

Public Art Films is currently on a fund-raising mission to restore the original print, and to create a new high definition master which will preserve the record of the first painted trains to its original vivid colors. We’re inviting you to take part in this historic enterprise.

Twenty five years after its initial release there is still a strong, global demand for the film. In an effort to keep up with this demand we must be able to offer the film in the the most up-to-date formats. We are embarking on a project to restore STYLE WARS and bring it up to the highest technical standards available today in order to create a High Definition edition of the film. We will be transferring the original 16 mm negative into full HD 1080p while cleaning and restoring the film during the process. The HD master will be better, sharper and more brilliant than the original. From it we can strike new prints, author new DVDs and participate in the digital economy.

Do your part by donating at the Style Wars Website

Today is Jam Master J’s 45th birthday. Respect to the legend, may he rest in peace and continue to inspire DJ’s for years to come!

Hardcore by Montana Colors from Barcelona was the first spray can to be produced specifically for graffiti writers.
Created in 1994, it’s still the classic among the spray can brands, with a high covering capability and opacity. Hardcore is durable, long lasting and weather resistant, making it suitable for all purposes and surfaces.

DETAILS
- 400ml/13.5 fluid ounces
- high pressure valve
- synthetic resin based, semi-gloss finish
- thick and covers most surfaces quickly
- all Hardcore cans ship with one black/yellow or black/white Skinny Banana cap

Cop yours today @ Upper Playground

From The Vancouver Sun

The music world is in mourning after it was announced by hip hop artist Busta Rhymes that his personal DJ, Roc Raida, is dead aged 37.  Raida, an avid mixed martial arts devotee, had injured his back while training at a gym, and had received back surgery twice in the time since to correct the injury.  He was recovering from the surgery when complications saw his health take a turn for the worst, and he died Saturday Sept. 19. at 2:05 p.m.

Born Anthony Williams, Raid won the 1995 DMC World DJ Championship, earning a spot in the DMC Hall of Fame four years later. The turntable spinner worked with some of the biggest names in music, including Ghostface Killah, Jungle Brothers, Busta Rhymes, Big L and Linkin Park.

He had released six solo albums and seven more with his group, the X-Ecutioners.  Williams had trained in mixed martial arts for several years. He was recovering at an “inpatient physical therapy facility” at the time of his death, according to a statement from his family.  “Family and friends will miss him dearly. Please give the family their privacy,” the statement continued.

Busta Rhymes said on his Twitter stream, “I never met a more humble man in the industry…So unbelievably talented and most importantly such beautiful spirit…I LOVE U MY BROTHER…” before talking about how “We r loosing all of these great people this year as a result of God calling his army because something is about 2 go down!!”

“To me, he was the best DJ on the planet–nobody can tell me different,” his friend Lord Finesse told StreetHop.com. “Until they do what Roc Raida has done, from body tricks to beat juggling to speed scratching. I mean, everything … he made that shit look easy.”

A post on Williams’ MySpace page had previously warned fans that “rumors and chatter are not accurate.” His family called the death “unexpected.”  Williams is survived by his wife and three daughters.

From sketches, to murals, to stained glass The Mac’s style is undeniable, and in demand. His local contributions in the Phoenix area blossomed into his worldwide showings and installations. If he does something in your town, you need to see it in person. I am breathless every time i see anything if his. Follow up with this outstanding Urban Artist on his web site ElMac.net