Via: hypebeastSan Francisco-based creative group Agency Charlie continues their Neighbors series with this video focusing on the legendary SF graffiti artist Mike Giant. The Neighbors series is a video series that features short stories from individuals from various neighborhoods in San Francisco. The video is a very short glimpse into the life of Mike Giant. He discusses his art and his philosophy on work ethics and people who "fuck around". Check out more on the series at Agency Charlie's vimeo. DREW's Note: Damn...why is video so short! Anyways, this video is a must watch, not only for artist, but for everyone. After watching this video, it makes me want to just work and get things done.
Via: hypebeastNew York actor and well-known Hip-Hop fanatic, Michael Rappaport, directed one of the most highly anticipated Hip-Hop documentaries, Beats, Rhymes & Fights: The History of A Tribe Called Quest. After two years in the making, the documentary follows Q-Tip, Phife Dawg, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, and Jarobi also known as the critically acclaimed Hip-Hop group A Tribe Called Quest. Rappaport follows the group during their reunion tour and uncovers the truth behind the group's beginnings in Queens and their dramatic fights after the disbandment of ATCQ. The film also features special guest appearances from De La Soul, Nas, Kanye West, Mos Def, and many more people who were influenced and inspired by ATCQ and their music. There is no actually release date yet but keep your eyes and ears out because it will be sooner than later. DREW's Note: FINALLY! A documentary on ATCQ, easily one of my favorite Hip-Hop groups...PERIOD! When I saw this trailer, I was so juiced and when I read that Michael Rappaport is directing it, I knew that this story was in good hands. Can't Wait! CHECK THE RHYME, Y'ALL!
Via: R+I CreativeFrom R+I Creative: "INFLUENCERS is a short documentary that explores what it means to be an be an influencer and how trends and creativity become contagious today in music, fashion, and entertainment. The film attemps to understand the essence of influence, what makes a person influential without taking the statistical or metric approach. Written and Directed by Paul Rojanathara and David Johnson, the film is a polaroid snapshot of New York influential creatives (advertising, design, fashion, and entertainment) who are shaping today's pop culture." DREW's Note: This is a very dope documentary. As a young college graduate, trying to make his mark by being creative with his skills and talents, I definitely relate to this film. To all the creative minds out there, I recommend you to check this out. Check out the site, influencersfilm.com.
Via: KanYe's VEVOAs a way to promote My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, KanYe West and Hype Williams link up to create a 35-minute short film based on the album and KanYe's mind thought on today's social issues. The video premiered The video features song samples from Ye's album and has very little dialog. Despite the complex visuals and little dialog, the message that KanYe is trying to depict is very clear. The concept revolves around KanYe and Pheonix, played by Victoria Secret Model Selita Ebanks, who crashes into Earth and KanYe tries to help adapt to life on Earth. KanYe touches on topics like the influence of media, racism, love, and acceptance. For an interesting take on the video, check out Untitled Hype. For the MTV and BET Q&A with KanYe about the video and his album, check out 2dopeboyz. DREW's Note: I think this video is very dope. It's reminiscent of Michael Jackson's Moonwalker where MJ also touched on social topics though visuals and his music. Kanye and Hype did an amazing job on the video and Selita Ebanks is HOT! Can't believe she went out with Nick Cannon. Ha!
Via: HelloWingYeeWuFilmmaker Wing-Yee brings an inside look into the life of the world renowned DJ/Producer, Wesley Pentz a.k.a. Diplo. This video features Pentz discussing topics on his life before being Diplo, why he became a DJ, his current lifestyle and the current scene, Major Lazer, and what he would be doing if he wasn't a DJ/Producer. The backdrop of the interview is a Major Lazer performance at the Mad Decent Records' annual block party in Philadelphia. DREW's Note: Recently added to the Major Lazer soundsystem, Diplo has had a huge influence on the dance scene today with his productions and remixes from the last few years. He has worked with artist like M.I.A., Kid Cudi, and KanYe, to name a few. I've been a fan since I heard his KanYe remixes a couple years back. Don't sleep on em!
Via: Maestro KnowsFrom Maestro Knows: "In the season finale of Season 3 check out Maestro and his friend Va$htie as they run around the city of New York to show a few people what her newly designed sneaker looks like in person! Plus a special apperance from 13th Witness." DREW's Note: Congrats to the Downtown Sweetheart for being the first female to design a Jordan. Once again, great video, Maestro! I'm a big fan of the work these two put out. It just shows you that dreams are reachable, it just takes hard work. So...WORK HARD!
Via: 13th Witness TumblrJeff Staple, the man behind Reed Space and Stapledesign, interviews 13th Witness in this episode of "1-2-1 w/ jeffstaple". 13th discuss topics like the what, who, when, where, and why of him and filmography, how the internet help him hone his technique and networking, and his work with John Mayer and the Battle Studies Tour. 13th also take Jeff to Duggal the people who are helping 13th print his visuals. DREW's Note: 13th Witness is amazing at what he does. I love his humbling background as a kid who honed his technique with the help of Google and the internet. It just comes to show you how a classroom isn't the only place for you to learn to do the things you love.
Via: Kellen Dengler VimeoBoundless Radio links up with Hip-Hop's finest, Brooklyn's own, DJ Clark Kent, for the "Boundless Radio Present" series. In the sixth installement of the video series, Clark Kent discusses Notorious B.I.G. and the track "Sky's The Limit", which he produced, and the importance of "good" DJs in this world. DREW's Note: DJ Clark Kent is easily one of the best DJs in this game right now. He understands the importance of how the DJ not "plays" music but "introduces" music. And there is a big difference in the two.
Via: Maestro KnowsFrom Maestro Knows: "In this episode follow Maestro & his friend 9th Wonder to North Carolina's own DUKE University for Mr. Wonder's class on sampling soul. Also gain insight on the way one of hip-hop's most important producers feels about the importance of understanding one's own culture." DREW's Note: I want to go to DUKE University just for this class ONLY! No Joke! 9th wonder is amazing. I love soul music and 9th's music is full of it. He is definitely in my top 5 of the dopest producers in the game right now. It would be a dream to work with him. 9th Wonder is GOOD MUSIC! Correction...9th Wonder is GREAT MUSIC! Get it right!
Via: 13th Witness' TumblrPro-BMX rider, Nigel Sylvester, and photographer/videographer, 13th Witness, mashes their talents together to bring you a view of Manhattan, New York from a BMX rider. The video features Nigel swerving through traffic of both pedestrians and vehicles, bunny-hopping over obsticles, and landing a few grinds and tricks throughout Manhattan. It not only exploits Nigel's talents but 13th Witness' talent at capturing amazing moments. DREW's Note: This makes me want to grab my BMX and shred again. Nigel is so dope on the BMX, he makes it look so easy and yet so hard at the same time. As for, 13th Witness, you did it again! Incredible job, once more! His way of capturing moments is more of an art than a science.
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