Another great event coming soon…Footlong Development and Keistar bringin’ back ‘FLAVORS’ on December 11th at the Echoplex in Los Angeles. This time the all-star lineup consists of DJ Scratch (Scratchvision), DJ Spinna (BBE/Highwater), and J.Rocc (Stones Throw/Beat Junkies) with an opening set by Dubs One (Proper Audio). Bringin’ to you the best of Hip Hop and R&B from the 90’s. Ohh the Golden Era of Hip Hop…how I miss those days. Definitely take time out to turn back the clock and reminisce over the good ol’ days. Pre-sale tickets are sold on www.going.com/flavors2 for $10. More detail after the jump.
Look out…Wonder-full LA4 coming back to Cali! This time the event will be held at The Vanguard in Hollywood on Friday, November 13th (between 10pm-4am). My man Bobbito Garcia AKA Kool Bob Love and DJ Spinna will be holdin it down as usual, spinnin’ all Stevie Wonder exclusives, covers, samples and remixes. If you missed it last year, make sure you come out this year!!! Pre-sale tickets available on www.going.com/wonderfull4.
Footlong Development & Keistar Productions present: Soul Slam V. This is one event you don’t wanna miss. This event centers around the honoring of two of the most eclectic and innovative artists to date, Michael Jackson and Prince! From the inception of this concept back in 1999 the response for SOUL SLAM has been enormous. DJ Spinna sets the tone of this event as he lays down track after track from both MJ’s and Princes extensive music catalogues along with tracks of their cohorts, i.e.; Jermaine Jackson, Vanity, Janet, Sheila E., J5, The Time etc. Soul Slam returns to LA in September! Last years visit to LA brought out 1100+ people….That night’s event filled with LA’s top taste makers, fashionistas and music fans hit capacity in an hour and a half of the doors opening. $11 Presale at www.going.com/soulslam5 or $15 at the door.
I just got back from the Frank and Son Collectible Show this afternoon and it wasn’t a typical Saturday for all the regulars that usually show up. The place was jam packed and you would think that you were celebrating at a Laker parade with the sea of purple and gold in attendance. The reason for the madness…Lamar Odom, Trevor Ariza, and Shannon Brown were there signing autographs. Even a ghetto bird circled around the area. Peep some of the photos.
So last week I was invited by the NBA to check out the NBA Nation Tour in Hollywood and I actually got a chance to hang out with legendary NBA superstar Darryl Dawkins aka Chocolate Thunder. It was definitely an honor for me to be able to chill and crack jokes with the man and I felt very fortunate to have this opportunity. Of course you know I had to hook him up with some fresh BBJ t-shirts…maybe you’ll see him rockin’ one soon. Check out the photos below, here he is explaining to me what the NBA Nation Tour was all about, and how he got involved with becoming the first Ambassador for the tour. If you don’t know about Darryl Dawkins, he was always known for his powerful dunks and shattering backboards throughout his career, then naming them. The most memorable was the one he did against the KC Kings in 1979, which he named, “The Chocolate Thunder Flying, Robinzine-Crying, Teeth-Shaking, Glass-Breaking, Rump-Roasting, Bun-Toasting, Wham-Bam, Glass-Breaker-I-Am-Jam. Maybe we’ll do a Chocolate Thunder inspired BBJ t-shirt soon…Hmmm. For more info on the tour, it started in Hotlanta (with Hollywood being the 2nd stop) and will continue through Frisco, Portland, NY, DC, Chi-Town, and end in Dallas. Check out the website for details on www.nba.com/nbanation. Shout out to Ahyiana and Lupe…Thank you!!
Universal Studios Hollywood, the Entertainment Capital of L.A., welcomed the NBA Nation event on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17. NBA players Eric Gordon, Cuttino Mobley, Kevin Love and Darryl Dawkins were on hand to sign autographs for their many eager fans as well as participate in various hoop activities. Quest Crew was also in attendance with a special dance performance. Photos provided by: Universal Studios.
Last Friday, I was fortunate enough to be invited to an advanced screening of Spike Lee’s new film entitled: Kobe Doin’ Work presented by Nike. The music was nice and the footage was great, but I was wanting to see more of what Kobe did off the court. One great thing about the film was being able to see how Kobe’s mind works and you can totally see it through the narrative. It’s too bad other coaches and players might keen in on Kobe’s mindset and find a way to stop him…Naw, jus playing. Anyhow, my man Joe from Cerritos All-Stars, hooked me up with the VIP passes and I was able to bring my homey Julius to the show. The screening was held at the Nike Sportswear store in a theater called the Montalban in Hollywood. They gave out free drinks and snacks, threw out t-shirts to the crowd and even raffled off some Zoom Kobe IV’s. The final raffle of the night was a pair of tickets to Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. Guess who won ‘em?? My boy Julius. And guess who’s going to Game 2 on Thursday with Julius…Me!! Thanks Julius!! Big shout out to Joe! Peep some of the photos below.
Okay folks, it’s that time again. Footlong Development & Frolab is bringing Happy Feet back to LA on Saturday, May 23rd at Jimmy’s Lounge on 6202 Santa Monica Blvd in Hollywood. This event features Bobbito Garcia and Rich Medina along with DJ Rashida and it’ll definitely be a special night as we celebrate the release of Bobbito & Rich’s new album: The Connection Volume 1. Make sure to purchase your tickets through www.going.com/happyfeet2. Doors open at 9pm-2am (21+over). This is one event you can’t miss…Check out the post I did the last time these cats were in town…Happy Feet Review.
First of all, I apologize to all my readers for the lack of posts. I have so much info I wanna post but haven’t got the time. I’ve been trying to manage my time wisely, since I only have small windows of opportunity. Anyway, if you wanna check out where we’re gonna be at this Saturday peep it out.
We’re back at it again, check out the World of Dance Tour this Saturday at the Pomona Fairplex. Make sure you stop by the BBJ booth to re-up on some fresh gear. For more info visit: www.worldofdancetour.com. Special guest performances by Quest Crew and Beat Freaks from America’s Best Dance Crew.
So we’ll be heading out to the valley of the sun this weekend to link up with the fellas from Dunkxchange. If you’re out there for the NBA All-Star game, make sure to stop on by Saturday, February 14th from 1pm - 5pm. Pick up up some fresh BBJ gear while your there. Holla.
We’re linking up with the homies again from DXC this year for their Back to Basics Tour. So, check out the upcoming Dunkxchange event being held this Saturday, January 24th at Incahoots in Fullerton, CA from 1pm - 5pm. Make sure to stop by the BBJ booth to get the latest t-shirts from our Fall/Winter collection that’s also available on our website. Also, be on the lookout…BBJ will be dropping a new t-shirt design at DXC so stay posted.
This is just a reminder…if you’re in the San Francisco area this week, make sure to look up my man Bobbito. He will actually be out there on December 12th, for another event that he’s spinnin’…For more detailed information on his upcoming events this week, check out his post on Bounce Mag entitled: Upcoming Gigs. Peep the photo taken during the Wonder-Full LA3 event, of Bobbito and the nice video backdrop of Stevie.
Okay party people, the homies at Footlong Development got another one for you called FLAVORS at the Echoplex in Los Angeles on December 12th. DJ Spinna (Wonderwax) and J.Rocc (World Famous Beat Junkies) will be taking you back to the ol’ school by rockin’ Hip Hop, Reggae and R&B classics from the 90’s. Damn, this is something that’s definitely needed…it’s was when Hip Hop was at it’s finest. The Golden Era. So for pre-sale tickets go visit: www.going.com/flavors08.
So earlier in the month of November, my man Bobbito Garcia was in Tokyo, Japan for an event that he did with Rock Steady Crew President Crazy Legs and DJ Tony Touch. Damn, it would have been nice to be out there. Peep the photos below. While he was out there representin’, he was also spotted rockin’ a fresh BBJ My3Sons Tee. Yo Bob, the shirt does match your sneaks! To read more about Bobbito’s journey to Tokyo check out a couple of the posts he wrote entitled: Crazy, Touch & Love Rock Japan and The Dogyard Japan, definitely some good reads. Domo Arrigato Bobbito.
Last night, BBJ had the opportunity to roll up to Wonder-Full LA3 thanks to Asad at Footlong Development, and let me tell you…that place was bangin’! The night was spent listening to tracks that were either written, produced, sampled from, remixed or sang by Stevie Wonder. Bobbito Garcia and DJ Spinnawere both holdin’ it down (as they always do) and provided a combination of joints that got the crowd moving. During some moments throughout the night, the place turned into a huge karaoke club where everyone in the place was singing their asses off. The club was filled with a positive vibe with a little over a thousand heads in attendance. Upstairs they had live screen printing being done by Hit+Run, where people were able to pick and choose 3 out of 6 designs that were available and have them printed anywhere on the shirt. It’s a great concept! There was also live painting being showcased in front of everyone. Lastly, we were able to link up with Bobbito really quick to show him some of the new Bball Junkies gear for Fall 08/Winter 09 that will be ready to drop this week (stay posted), and he rocked one of the new joints immediately the rest of the night. Next stop for Bobbito and Spinna is The Do-Over. Check out some of the photos from Wonder-Full LA3 (Damn, I wish I had my other camera)! By the way, it’s because of this event last year, Asad was able to give Bobbito the BBJ logo tee (Thanks brotha).
Check out The Do-Over on Sunday, May 19th at Cranes Hollywood Tavern where they’ll have some special mystery guests in attendance. I “WONDER” who they will be? The jam starts at 2pm til 10pm, but you gotta reserve your spot. If you wanna RSVP, log onto www.thedoover.net. Do your weekend all over at the do-over!
Alright y’all…Here’s another opportunity that can’t pass you by. Wonder-Full is coming back to the west coast again, this time at the Echoplex in Los Angeles on Saturday, October 18th from 9 - 2:30am. Presented by Footlong Development and Keistar Productions with some special screen printing by Hit+Run. The show is featuring DJ Spinna and my man Bobbito Garcia aka Kool Bob Love, with an opening set by DJ Rashida. I can’t hardly wait for it. Peep out the flyer below for more details.
Damn, the Jabbawockeez are doin’ it big these days! They are runnin all over the place making their mark as America’s Best Dance Crew. Here they are in a promo video they did for Pepsi Smash. You know you doin’ it big if Pepsi’s on ya’ jock! Look out for the Jabbawockeez performing live at the Circus Hollywood for Freestyle Session - 11th Anniversary on August 24th in Santa Monica, California. You can get tickets at www.groovetickets.com.
This past weekend was the monthly Orange County Record Show in Buena Park, a record lovers paradise. Just as is the case when you find that shop or event like the Dunkxchange for all you sneaker addicts; the record show can be a vinyl enthusiasts chance to fill up the stock in their collection. With this event, you have a chance to meet some record dealers and other vinyl heads that are down for the same cause, VINYL. Serato users need not apply for this show, strictly vinyl. Along with the vendors, you’ll might be lucky to bump into your favorite local Hip Hop producer: Dj Numark, Madlib, Cut Chemist, Evidence, Alchemist, J-Rocc, Dj Babu are just a few of the many that will attend these events. EBAY is always an easy alternative on buying records, but the record show allows for inspection of the vinyl and there is always the $1 bins that are waiting to be picked through, to find that gem that you have been waiting for. For upcoming shows visit www.asavinyl.com. Until next time, keep diggin’…
Tune in to the live interactive radio showwww.cerrritosallstars.com for a special set with The Earl on Monday, July 28th around 9pm (Pacific Time). If y’all don’t know about The Earl, he’s the only cat I know that’s got a grip of dope vinyl. He also got a wicked jump shot so you gotta guard him close. Oh yeah, he also blogs for BBJ too! Tune in to the show as The Earl will be droppin’ beats and spittin’ commentary at the same time, something that’s never been done previously on CAS. Also, there’s an exclusive promotional album release of The Earl vs. BBJ mixtape entitled Jump Ball. The album will be available on www.bballjunkies.com and will be free with any purchase of BBJ products. Don’t worry we’ll keep you posted.
Congratulations to our homies Gary and Curtis from Dunkxchange for hittin’ their 3 year mark. It was dope to be out there to celebrate their hard work and efforts. It’s always a positive vibe at these shows because it’s a pretty safe place for kids to try to get their hustle on and at the same time listen to some dope music. I was able to come up on a pair of Jordan IV Black Cats in exchange for some Nike Jordan Dunks. Some cat was tryin’ to slang the Nike Marty McFly Hyperdunks for $1500…I think the dude sold ‘em, too (props to him). Shout out to DJ Butta representin’ all the way from the NYC (see you at cerritosallstars), and DJ Erok from Ek5obition (yo, I still want that Original Gun Clappers t-shirt brotha). Mad props to Anthony & Michael for helpin’ us out. Check out some of the photos at the show.
Yes, yes y’all. It’s about that time again. Dunkxchange, in conjunction with Active Ride Shop, will be having their 3 Year Anniversary party this Sunday, July 27th at The Hop in Lakewood from 1pm to 6pm. Your boys from Bball Junkies will be out there to represent, so be on the lookout for some t-shirts that we’ll have available for the show. Make sure you stop by the booth. Big ups to Gary and Curtis for makin’ it all happen. For more information check out the flyer.
What up big pimpin’! Sneaker Pimps - the largest sneaker hip hop lifestyle show will be coming to Los Angeles on Friday, August 1st at the Crash Mansion in LA. There will be special guest performances by Public Enemy and Ghostface Killah, as well as the homey’s from U-N-I (Shout out to Y-O and Thurzday). Check out the flyer below to see who else is on deck. There will also be a Street Fighter IV “Battle Royale” competition going on during the event for chances to win prizes and braggin’ rights. Dunkxchange will also be in the house so you know it’ll be a dope event. Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster with each purchase receiving a $20 Sneaker Pimps iTunes gift card. Definitely a win-win situation. For more info visit www.sneakerpimps.net.
