"Enjoy The Sun" - Theophilus London

GFCNewyork presents a new Theophilus video titled Enjoy The Sun produced by Machine Drum.

The colors in this video... WOOOOOOWWWW!!! This is some dope video work for sure! How can you watch this and not smile??!! Makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.

Crackberry Catch of the Day + Quote/Thought of the Day

Today, as this car was stopped in front of me at the light, my mind began to race. Thoughts of ambition, accomplishment, and greatness. By no means do I measure the value of someone's success with their material wealth, but I do believe that I will get there one day! I am consistently focused on bettering myself and reaching new heights. Failure is not an option. Yes, I will fall, but more importantly, I will get back up and dust myself off ten times out of ten! God grant me greatness, that I may impact the world in a positive light! My dream is to inspire others, who will in turn, inspire! Keep the ball rolling...

"Everyone who doubted me is askin for forgiveness. If you aint been a part of it, at least you got to witness" - Drake

Track of the Day -- "Night / Day" - Mae

Mae - One of my fave bands! Not very well known, but they're pretty freakin amazing. "Night / Day" is the latest single from their Morning project. Be sure to check out the dope things they're doing! Mae
And yes, I know this is not a video of anything, but I wanted to be sure to promote the Morning project!

Quote of the Day

"The day I succumb to contentment is the same day you see me being lowered into the ground..." -JS

Kicks of the Day -- Nike Air Max Light

With the well-deserved attention on the Air Max 1 that came out of the Nike Sportswear brand, it seems that there’s been a dearth of Air Max Light releases lately. The last release we previewed for you was a striking version of the Nike Air Max light in black, gray, and a hint of orange. This model is a throwback-themed colorway with shadow gray in soft leather throughout the upper. On the heel collar and toebox, a white mesh with a bit of sheen is employed, while the lace accents, air bubble, eyelet, and heel embroidery appear in blue. The Swoosh is a soft leather as well in red, completing a style that may remind some of the Nike Transformer Air Trainer III colorway. Let’s hope there’s more fresh styles of this sneaker to come. Available now through purchaze.

Nike Air Max is one of my favorite shoes, and the new colorway with gray, red, and blue definitely does not disappoint! I'm giving this new creation by Nike 4.25 out of 5 stars!

"Five Directions at Once"

It seems that my checklist of dreams continues to grow longer and longer.

So many things that I truly believe are within my grasp,

but how do I narrow them down.

Am I naive enough to believe that I can capture all of my dreams at once?

Where do I begin?

Which path will take me there?

Because A to B, rarely do you see.

I strap my boots up each day, one at a time.

I journey forward with new tasks and new goals to explore.

A guiding light, leading me all the way.

Staying focused on the prize, I will overcome.

-JS

"I Gave You Power" - 13thWitness

My favorite photographer 13thWitness always gives a dope view!

Kicks of the Day -- Supra Skytop 2009 Holiday Collection

The noticeable front runner of the brand Supra, the Skytop reveals it’s official 2009 holiday collection. Including is five colorways which will drop at Supra dealers worldwide. Read more to view rest of the colors, via hypebeast.

Ohhhhh Supras... My new favorite shoe. They always keep it fly. I'm definitely feelin the new Skytop collection. I don't even know that I can choose a favorite; I want em all! The new line definitely gets a 5 out of 5 stars from me! - JS

John Mayer Travels to Japan

John Mayer takes some time off from making the new album and heads to Japan. An amazingly dope video!!

And the winner is...

Olympics 2016

"Tred"

"US" - Brother Ali

I ran across this the other day somehow, and once I really listened to it, I was immediately inspired. My dude has some great stuff to say. Forget all the cars, the ice, and the girls. He's talkin about real life. "Get inspired to inspire!" - ME

Brother Ali - "US" - Director's Cut from Jonathan Chapman Photography on Vimeo.

DC Life x SIXPACK x PMKFA

For Spring/Summer 2010, DC Shoes will introduce the third and final collaboration with Paris-base creative collective, SIXPACK, for its DC Double Label Projects series.  Based on the graphic works of PMKFA, a Swedish designer now living in Tokyo and a member of SIXPACK, the DC Double Label Projects - DC Life x SIXPACK x PMKFA exemplify the progressive nature of urban cultures with the motto, “We Are Six Feet Ahead, Never Under”.  Be it hip-hop, street art, and others, PMKFA imagine it as a giant cheese game, always one step ahead of mainstream culture.

The collection includes 2 classic footwear models from DC, the Admiral and Sector 7, both in perforated premium leather with clear outsole where a SIXPACK designed graphic will be visible from underneath.  Accompanied the 2 sneakers are 2 graphic t-shirts labeled Oneness and Marble & Ink, and a Six Years New Era 59FIFTY Fitted Cap lined with violet satin interior.
The DC Double Label Projects - DC Life x SIXPACK x PMKFA will be releasing at selected DC retailers during the 1st quarter of 2010.
> DC Shoes
> SIXPACK
> PMKFA

 

 

So I'm pretty stoked that DC has finally decided to step their game up, and I can honestly say that I'm im pressed! Their sneakers have come a long way for sure, and now that I work for Quiksilver, I get 50 - 75 percent off DC products too! Holler!!

"L.A. Gear - They're Baaaaack!!!"

In 1979, Lonnie Britton founded L.A. Gear with dreams of marketing and renting roller skates in Venice Beach, California. To Britton's surprise, this dream quickly shifted into a different direction, athletic footwear. In the mid 1980's, L.A. Gear burst onto the scene with its primary focus centered around young women. The earliest models were high top fashion models which featured a velcro strap. In no time, L.A. Gears became known for their distinct, colorful schemes and two pairs of laces offered with each model.

 Other than being targeted to young females, L.A. Gear also gave a run at NBA endorsements. Being as the earliest shoe models were primarily made for basketball, the company managed to lure Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Karl Malone, and Hakeem Olajuwon to represent the brand. To this day. Karl Malone's Gears are considered one of the ugliest shoes of all time. (And I can't say that I disagree)

Probably the most memorable component that was featured on many of the L.A. Gear shoe models was the flashing lights. To this day, I can remember the first time I saw a kid with a pair of L.A. Gears walking through the mall. Initially, I was frozen in astonishment, then almost immediately I jerked on my mom's arm and excitedly asked her to buy me a pair. Pretty soon thereafter, you weren't one of the "cool kid" unless you had a pair of light up L.A. Gears. And what can we say... How ingenious, shoes that lit up with every step!

Well, I've got news folks... They're baaaaaack! As of last year, L.A. Gear decided to relaunch in attempts of a triumphant return. The new line features the old school "Unstoppable" model, the "Fire High," the "Star Shooter," and the "K.A.J. I've visited the L.A. Gear website and some of the styles actually aren't that bad. The bulky, high top sneaker is actually an "in" item right now, so I can see why the compnay chose to make a comeback. Don't just take my word on the new kicks. Take a look for yourself!

The Lights making a return as well!! Oh snaps!! HaHa....

L.A. Gear

Nike SB Dunk High "Brain Wreck"

The Familia Skateshop located in Minneapolis will be releasing these early this weekend. Todd Bratrud has produced a pretty decent SB that consists of a subtle gray and contrasting pink along with a sick insole. During the event that takes place at 6 pm it will involve the introduction of the ‘Brain Wreck’ skate deck. Look out for the official release date soon.

Always a dunk fan myself, these bad boys right here are super dope. They get 4 out of 5 stars from me!