Showing posts with label Japan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Japan. Show all posts

Friday, December 26, 2014

An Interview with the Creators of Cool Socks Bruh

By Roger Tino Morales in Chicago/Vivelo Hoy

The Art of Capturing the Daily Routine in a Product



CHICAGO - The simple, the interesting, the funny, the popular around the world, is what we try to capture in each product launched on the market Ricardo "Mouse" Rivera and Tim Nicholson, co-owners of 'Cool Socks Bruh' .

Both established the company in January last year and say business is booming because their customers identify with their pieces, which simply reflect the natural, normal culture in which they are immersed.

From socks to mugs or candles the image of either a rapper, or late singer Selena Quintanilla or the Chicago Bulls, they all give life to 'Cool Socks Bruh'.


Tim Nicholson and Ricardo "Mouse" Rivera, co-owners of 'Cool Socks Bruh'. ROGER MORALES / TODAY

In each product, Rivera and Nicholson trying to capture not only the inspiration of his own, but that of those around them. Childhood experiences when playing Nintendo; adolescence when one tried smoking, and even dreams of having a Rolex.

Rivera and Nicholson say that creativity has been part of their lives for so long.

Rivera has worked for years in the boutique Saint Alfreds in Wicker Park, and Nicholson has years dedicated to graphics for video games; But not everything comes from there, much of his inspiration he says he gets from his friends, the sensitivity surrounding painters, musicians, fashion designers, and it reflect on his label, and the designs of their products.


A candle designed by 'Cool Socks Bruh' with the image of a rapper named Cam'ron. ROGER MORALES / TODAY

How did the idea to establish the business come about?

Ricardo J. Rivera: It was an idea that Tim and I started. It all started when I took a pair of socks with the image of the rapper Camron. Not made with the idea of ​​selling them, I made them for me, I showed them to my friends and it all started when I put them on the internet.

Where does the passion come from?

Rivera: I am creative, it's cultural, it comes from inside. (It's about) what one sees every day, the music plays, television shows you see, to be on the internet all day. I want everything you do in your daily routine to be integrated into our creation.

Tim Nicholson: The passion and inspiration comes from many sides, of different things. The people are what really inspires me (because) everybody does something creative, music, photography or painting. All that inspires me and helps me create.


A most famous pair of socks designed by 'Cool Socks Bruh' was the replica of a bag of Hot Cheetos. ROGER TINO MORALES | TODAY

And when how do you handle when times get tough?

TN: Things are not easy, but we are fighting to establish a brand and starting from scratch. What you invest is what you get back

RR: When the going gets tough usually what I try to do is stay positive as I can. That comes from my mom and dad who were immigrants when they came here, they had nothing. Now when I do business, patience keeps me serene.


Socks designed by 'Cool Socks Bruh'. Tino Roger Morales | Today

What distinguishes your brand?

TN: Fun. Life is short and we must make it pleasant, we want to create and inspire people because we were also inspired.

RR: Our creations make different homes shine. (Consumers)acquire items with which they identify with.


A cup of coffee with a designed created by 'Cool Socks Bruh' which was inspired by Nintendo video game Street Fighter. ROGER TINO MORALES | TODAY

What have you learned from your business?

TN: That any thought you have, you can make it happen when you put your energy into it.

RR: I learned to be more serious, to be patient, to be a little more cautious, answer timely and to be punctual.

How does it feel to receive orders from all over the world?

TN: We think of the borders and lines that separate countries; and that people like the same things as us; indeed the first store that sold our products were in Japan!

RR: Seeing that our brand is consumed by the (Japanese) culture teaches us that we also have followers there. We're just trying to get ahead. Art is universal and what we bring is better.


A lighter with the logo of 'Cool Socks Bruh'. Tino Roger Morales | Today

How do you take advantage of social networks?
TN: They play a huge role, that is how we have expanded. One reason why many people knew of us was because our friends Curt and Josh (Flosstradamus), were posted us in their social networks. Then other friends shared photos of our products on Tumblr and Instagram and we got exposure among his followers.

RR:The internet was a crucial way to promote the company. You don't necessarily have to go to CoolSocksBruh.com you can go to Instigram, Facebook, or Tumblr or any of these networks (and that were you'll find us). It is a way to grow.

What advice would you give to other entrepreneurs?

TN: People use social networks for fame, but fame will not pay your bills. You must find a balance, know how and when to use them.

RR: Give attention to the people who have turned their attention to you. Take care of the people who have been interested in your product; it will help you before you get lost in the world of social networks, which is actually very small.


Copropoteriors of 'Cool Socks Bruh' Ricardo "Mouse" Rivera and Tim Nicholson. ROGER TINO MORALES | TODAY

Tuesday, December 23, 2014

Radius | Time Travel Is Real | A Prelude To Japan​​.​​​.​​​.​​



Limited to 100 silver cassettes

Includes unlimited streaming of Time Travel Is Real (A Prelude To Japan​.​.​.​) via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality
download in MP3, FLAC and more.
shipping out on or around 23 December 2014
edition of 100

Buy Now $6 USD or more

Send as Gift

Digital Album Available from ETC Records



Radius is the legendary jet setter from across the States. In "Time Travel Is Real (A Prelude To Japan...) Radius takes the listener on a journey - through time and space, with jazzy beats and loops that roll smooth and delicate. Created as an ode to a future trip (now in the past) to Japan, the album resonates the sound of free form improvisation. The loose constructions collide and form into beautiful beats and inspirational sounds. Limited to 100 silver cassettes. Includes cassette only bonus track.

"I created an album to promote the journey & also to give thanks to the many that have supported and inspired me on my travels & shows etc. This project was finished in my current "home", Oahu, Hawaii. All tracks were created within Chicago, St. Louis (One For Ferguson) & Honolulu. I hope that it serves as an inspiration to all those that listen. Supreme full circle energy reflection is the key. Stay strong & keep creating and pushing YOUR dreams to REALITY. Thanks for your support. Much respect. Enjoy and see you soon. "

credits
released 23 December 2014 Cover Photo Shot(in Chicago)/Edited by Ramon Etc. 2014

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Body Carnival (Japan) vs Infamous (France) | .stance | Battle of the Year 2014 [Top 6]



Body Carnival (Japan) vs Infamous (France) in Brunswick, Germany 10.18.2014



Filmed by Daniel Zhu and Ferdinand Hai

BlackMagic Pocket
Canon T3i

http://www.battleoftheyear.de/
https://www.youtube.com/user/BOTYTV

Winner: Body Carnival

Judges: Storm, Lilou, The End, Wicket, Roxrite
DJ Lean Rock and Nobunaga

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Monday, June 30, 2014

Nike SB presents Destination Okinawa



Destination Okinawa, a Nike SB travelog starring Donovon Piscopo, Kevin Bradley, Maxime Geronzi, Denny Pham, Kyron Davis, Fran Molina and Kilian Zehnder

Music / Solitude written and performed by Stagnant Pools Courtesy of Polyvinyl Record Co
Edit / Dan Magee Filmed by / Dan Magee & Anthony Claravall

http://www.nikeskateboarding.com

Thursday, June 19, 2014

Cutting Room x Osaka: FUMMY, 4rest, YASA, B=BALL, GEORGE, KINUI, HI-C



Japan's third largest city Osaka represents in DJcityTV's world famous "Cutting Room" series! This episode  features some of the city's best DJs on the cut including FUMMY, 4rest, YASA, B=BALL, GEORGE, KINUI, and HI­C.



Watch previous episodes: http://bit.ly/11lxkF9



Subscribe to DJcityTV: http://bit.ly/127fT8P
DJ FUMMY: https://twitter.com/djfummy
DJ 4rest: https://twitter.com/DJ_4REST
DJ YASA: https://twitter.com/PLANTRECdjyasa
DJ B=BALL: https://twitter.com/djbball
DJ GEORGE: https://twitter.com/DJGEORGE69
DJ KINUI: https://twitter.com/dj_kinui
DJ HI­C: https://twitter.com/KIREEKDJHIC

Sunday, June 8, 2014

JAPANESE MONK TATSUMI MIXES FROM HIS HOSPITAL BED

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The only limitations are those you set for yourself.

This past Aprli FACT covered the fascinating and sad story of Tatsumi, a Japanese monk who is also apt at scratching, beatboxing and skateboarding.

Tatsumi was one of the central characters in the documentary KanZeOn, a meditation on buddhism and sound, that has been praised for its unique angle and storytelling. Earlier this year the makers of the documentary reached out to let us know that Tatsumi had completed an album, a staggering journey through eletronic music, as well as sharing the news that he had been diagnosed with a serious illness.

Following on from Joe Muggs’ interview with Tatsumi, we have a video preview of a mix he completed while in hospital, performed entirely from his bed. The mix is intended as a thank you for all the support Tatsumi has received so far. Despite its setting the video also affirms it is possible to stay upbeat while undergoing chemotherapy. And as a comical side note, apparently on the other side of the dividing curtains you can see in the video were three men in their 80s wondering what the hell was going on.

You can watch the mix preview below and head over to Soundcloud to stream and download it. There is also a full length video of the mix.



In addition you can also stream and download an exclusive non album track, ‘distance’, beneath the video. Tatsumi’s album, Travel Through Worlds is released on Bandcamp on June 21st. There are already two album tracks available if you want to hear more.



For more on Tatsumi click here

KanZeOn trailer

by: Fact Magazine

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Ultra Street Fighter IV Launch Trailer

Ultra Street Fighter IV brand-new launch trailer showcases new characters and revamped gameplay.

Thursday, May 29, 2014

MAYDAY! x MURS | Serge's Song | Official Music Video

MAYDAY! x MURS | Serge's Song | Official Music Video

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

BIA | La Tirana | Original Music Video

Produced by Crystal Caines, "Latriana" is the first single of BIA's upcoming EP. Mixing spanish, trap and some venomous bars, BIA shows the world why she's the one to watch in 2014.

Label: I Am Other

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Tech N9ne ft. MURS | Hard | Official Music Video

Tech N9ne ft. MURS | Hard | Official Music Video
New Official Hip Hop Music Video
iTunes - http://bit.ly/1jcjzix



Tech N9ne Collabos - Strangeulation
Amazon - http://amzn.to/1koEopJ
strangemusicinc.net - http://bit.ly/1mynXLB

Tech N9ne on Twitter - http://twitter.com/techn9ne
Facebook - http://facebook.com/therealtechn9ne
Instagram - http://instagram.com/therealtechn9ne
Soundcloud - http://bit.ly/1e8IK0e

MURS on Twitter - http://twitter.com/murs
Facebook - http://facebook.com/murs
Instagram - http://instagram.com/murs316

Official Merch - http://strangemusicinc.net
Tour dates - http://strangevip.com

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Rapsody | Thank You Very Much

From the album, "She Got Game (Deluxe Edition)". Available Now!
iTunes: http://smarturl.it/7mom0b
Amazon Music: http://smarturl.it/7c83tn
Google Play: http://smarturl.it/v56jpa



Produced by Khrysis

Official Music Video by Rapsody performing Thank You Very Much. 2014 Jamla Records / Culture Over Everything

Sunday, April 13, 2014

Limited-Edition | GZA Liquid Swords "Battle Scene" Screen Prints

For a limited time Get On Down is excited to offer the limited edition Liquid Swords "Battle Scene" Wood Block prints. This 18" x 18" wood block is based on the album's "Battle Scene" visuals which were included in Liquid Swords' original album packaging. These wood blocks are screen printed by AntiDesigns, with a deluxe resin finish by Josh Falk.

This resin finish adds a nice texture to the wood block, giving it a glass-like look. As shown in the video, the process to make these is quite involved. First, with Jay (AntiDesigns) making the screen and hand printing each block while Josh pours the clear, colorless liquid resin over the wood, adding flame to cast it permanently. These are hand-numbered and limited to 100.

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Ironlak Strikers | JOHN KAYE

Queensland based creative JOHN KAYE gives the new Ironlak Strikers tri-grip twin markers a thrashing through one of his signature skull drawings and a 'Casual Guys' sketch.



Shot/cut: John Kaye.
Music: Royal Headache - Girls.

See the final photos here: http://ironlak.com/2014/04/ironlak-st...

For more information on the new Ironlak Strikers visit the blog post: http://ironlak.com/2014/03/new-produc...

John Kaye Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnkayeart
Instagram: @johnkayeart

Thursday, March 27, 2014

Breakin' The Law 11

Breakin' The Law International Festival of Urban Movement 11th Edition

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When:
April 30 - May 4
Starts at 5:00pm · Ends at 5:00pm

Location:
University of Wisconsin-Madison
500 Lincoln Drive, Madison, Wisconsin 53706

5-Day FREE Urban Dance Festival at UW-Madison
APRIL 30 - MAY 4


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DJs
Renegade (Soul Mavericks) - London
Vilas Park Sniper - Madison
Rocklee (Flame Illusion) - Macau
Fleg (Lions of Zion) - Baltimore

Masters & Mistress of Ceremonies
Agent Mos (Ninja Church & Boogie Knightz) - Chicago
El La Katrina (Ninja Church & Goddistas) - Wisco
ManOfGod (Ninja Church, Rhythm Attack & Motion Disorderz) - Chicago

2vs2 Breaking ($1000) + Prizes
Judges
Stuntman (Style Elements & Furious Styles Crew) - Cali
Wicked (Phaze II) - Chicago
Ayumi (Body Carnival) - Japan

1vs1 Allstyles ($500) + Prizes
Judges
Toyin (Assassins & Urban Artistry) - DC
Free (Circle of Fire & Soul Shifters) - Seattle
Remind (Style Elements) - Bay Area

1vs1 Popping ($500) + Prizes
Judges
Standing O - Detroit
Pop Master Fabel (Rocksteady Crew) - NYC
TBA

1vs1 Breaking ($500) + Prizes
Judges
Stuntman (Style Elements & Furious Styles Crew) - Cali
Connie Rock - NYC
TBA

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Festival Schedule

Wednesday = Beginner Workshops
UW Madison - Union South (Northwoods Room)
5pm - 8pm

Thursday = Welcome Session

Friday = Battle Prelims
UW Madison - Union South (The Sett)

Saturday = Judges' Workshops + Battle Finals
UW Madison - Union South (The Sett)
4:30pm - 10:30pm

Sunday = BTL Bar-B-Que

More details to come...
SAVE THE DATE AND PLAN TO COME THROUGH!

Follow us on Instagram for updates as well!
@btlworldwide

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Lodging Information

There are different options if you are looking for a place to stay while at the festival.

ALSO - Never underestimate the power of Kayak.com, Priceline.com, and other online hotel search engines for better prices and different options. You can also look online to get better prices at the hotels/motels listed below with the exception of Madison Hostel.

1. Madison Hostel Located Downtown (Low Cost Option)
6 Bed Rooms - $23/night/person
4 Bed Rooms - $26/night/person
Private Rooms (1-3 person options) - $48/night flat rate
http://www.hiusa.org/wisconsin/madison/madison
Call for bookings: 1-608-441-1044

2. Hotels Outside of the Downtown Area (Mid Cost Option)
***Only for those traveling with cars***

Super 8 Motel (South Side)
(prices between $75-$85/night)

Baymont Inn & Suites Madison East
(prices between $50 - $60/night)

3. Hotels Near Downtown Madison (High Cost Option)

Best Western Plus InnTowner & Highlands
(prices between $110 - $150/night Double Room)

Madison Concourse Hotel (free Airport Shuttle)
(prices between $145 - $165/night Double Room)

Double Tree on Johnson Street
(prices between $140 - $160/night Double Room)

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Co-Sponsorship provided by:
Associated Students of Madison
WUD Music Committee
Wisconsin Experience Grant
Willy Street Coop
Red Bull
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https://cfli.wisc.edu/cmsimages/WI_E_Disclainmer.pdf