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.
Check out what’s droppin’ tomorrow at Dunkxchange. There will be limited numbers available so don’t miss out. Stop by the BBJ booth to cop one. This t-shirt is of course inspired by the Jordan III’s, which will drop some time in October as part of the 20/3 Jordan Countdown Pack. T-shirts are available in White, Black, and Charcoal from sizes M - 2XL. They will also be available on the web tomorrow. Check it out.
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.
Check out this lithograph of Kobe Bryant that was designed by Shepard Fairey for Upper Deck. This huge image can be seen on the side of the Henry Fonda Theater through the intersection of Hollywood and Vine in Los Angeles. Upper Deck will be selling two versions of these lithographs on their website and limited to 50 of each design. Get yours while you can. Shepard Fairey, known for the infamous OBEY campaign, also designed Kobe’s Crest found on the bottom right corner of the image. Photo courtesy: KB24.com.
Alright y’all, peep out this video brought to you by Karmaloop TV, which features our homey Gary Hughes, the founder and CEO of Dunkxchange. If you haven’t heard about DXC, they’re a traveling sneaker show where you can buy, sell or trade rare sneakers. They travel across the country, so be sure to make your way to one of these shows. Check out their website at www.dunkxchange.com to get more info on their upcoming events. Their next five shows will be in the West Coast starting at El Segundo, CA (Jul 26), Lakewood, CA (Jul 27), Los Angeles, CA (Aug 1), Las Vegas, NV (Aug 24), and San Francisco, CA (Aug 30). Big ups to Gary & Curtis of Dunkxchange for doing the damn thang!
What up ya’ll, summer is in full swing and the theaters are jam packed. If you want a break from all the action, superhero, fantasy blockbusters of the summer and want to watch a great documentary, check out “Gunnin’ For That #1 Spot”. On his second documentary feature film, Adam Yauch a.k.a MCA covers the first annual Elite 24 All-Star Game at Rucker Park. The game showcases the top 24 high school players in the nation from 2006. The documentary interviews and follows eight players from their hometown to the “Elite 24″ game in NYC. Our man Bobbito Garcia MC’ed the game with his comedic personality and his profound ability to give players nickname(s)….some have stuck with the players and some the players wish will go away. Overall this was a great documentary with dope tracks and sick camera angles. Definitely worth my $10. If you haven’t seen it check your local theaters or go to www.gunninmovie.com.
