Thrasher SOTY Party 2010 – Video From the Phelper

Thrasher’s Skater of the Year Awards  is next weekend! Don’t geek out, hope you RSVP’d! Wise words from the Phelper: “I’ve seen ’em all, I want to make this one the best ever. If you’re going to be a downer, don’t come.” -Phelps Shit’s gonna be good! Ramp, video premiere, hella beer …  See you […]

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Creature’s “Hesh Law” World Premier!!!‏

Creature just brought you the Rumble in Ramona this past weekend in North County SD, I heard it was bangin.’ Now prepare yourselves for Creature’s “Hesh Law” world premier! Taking the big screen, Thursday, Nov. 5 at the South Bay Drive-in in San Diego, the premier will also feature “Tales From the Larb” and the […]

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"Adventures of Power" Featuring The Honey Brothers!

“I’m not pussy-footing, I’m double bass drumming!” You gott check this flick, it looks all sorts of ridonkulously funny! Ari Gold is like a cooler (but still-so-nerdy) version of Napoleon Dynamite, while Enoturage’s Adrian Grenier has never looked so sexy-cheezy all at once! Watch the trailer below. If you’re in the NYC, there’s a kick-ass […]

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Devendra Banhart Releases "Angelika" From Upcoming Release "What Will We Be"

I love how in his latest release, “Angelika,” off his upcoming album “What Will We Be,” Devendra Banhart let’s his Venezuelan roots shine. Not only does he pronounce the name “Angelika” with that sweet Latin tongue, but the song transcends from his token indie folk into a sexy Spanish flow of lyrics and howls. Stream […]

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Johnny Ramone Tribute at Hollywood Forever Cemetery

The Hollywood Forever Cemetery is quickly becoming one of the hottest venues, in addition to being a sacred burial ground. Last Saturday, Bon Iver played an epic show in the cold mist as the sun was making its appearance back into the northern hemisphere. This weekend, on Saturday Oct. 3, Hollywood Forever will host the […]

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Jónsi & Alex Coloring Competition!

Yay! This kind of creative fun makes me feel like a kid again! Jónsi & Alex have just launched a fun coloring competition on their Web site jonsiandalex.com. Get out your pencils, crayons and brushes and color in an original drawing from Jónsi & Alex’s Coloring Book. Send in the colored-in picture and Jónsi & […]

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“The Wheel” by Andrew Vladeck – Album Review

With the release of his new album “The Wheel,” Andrew Vladeck reminds me a bit of Bob Dylan with a dash of Elvis Costello. Not just in the sound and style of his music, but in the way his very real lyrics tell a story. With similar traits of some of the greatest American folk […]

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Skateopia: 88 Acres of Anarchy

It’s almost here! The world renowned “Disneyland of hardcore skateboard parks” has finally become a documentary fit for the silver screen. “Skatopia: 88 Acres of Anarchy” is about freedom, skateboarding, workaholics, fire, pain – the building of a dream. Conveniently nestled in the middle of Appalachia near Rutland, Ohio, Skatopia is a private skate park […]

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God Save The Label

Looks like the boys at Black Label are ready to drop jaws with the premiere of their fourth full-length vid, “God Save The Label.” Featuring Adam Alfaro, Jason Adams, Shuriken Shannon, Chet Childress, Kyle Leeper, Peter Watkins, Chris Troy, and a few more shredders, the line-up is lookin’ tough. It all kicks off on Wednesday […]

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TransWorld Skateboarding Awards Photos

The TransWorld Skateboarding Awards hit the Avalon in Hollywood this past Friday, June 12, 2009 and what an event it was! The theater was packed with sweaty skate enthusiasts of all kinds just waiting to hear the winners, as well as the premiere of “Right Foot Forward.” Adding to our natural high of happiness, the […]

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TransWorld SKATEboarding Awards Comin' Up!

The 11th Annual TransWorld SKATEboarding Awards is creeping through this Friday, June 12 at the Avalon in Hollywood. For many skaters, this coveted award is basically like winning an Oscar. Hosted by Bill Weiss, the awards ceremony will be followed by TWS’ world premiere of its 21st video, “Right Foot Forward,” the newest film by […]

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ESPN Action Sports Network

It just seems like everyone is getting in on the action sports industry big time now! With new corpo partnerships and rich business men now trying to cash in on the scene, especially skateboarding, action sports continues to grow. ESPN is re-branding its online home for action sports.The site will become ESPN Action Sports this […]

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Demons in the Attic

Check out these creepy goods sure to deliver some epic skating. Split presents “Demons In The Attic,” a short film by Split Clothing staring: Corey Duffel, Jason Adams, Don Nguyen, JT Aultz, Terell Robinson, Sean Eaton and Sid Melvin. The video drops November 2008, and premieres on a crazy Halloween. Check out the eerie trailer […]

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What the Fuck is a Bachinsky?

Yes, you read right, the What the Fuck is a Bachinsky DVD has set it’s premiere dates. So get on it! If it ain’t at a shop near you, tell your favorite shop to hook it up and give City Skateboards a call. The world premiere kicks of Friday, June 18 in San Fran with […]

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Maloof Money Cup Wrap-up By: Sandra Burciaga

Well after three fun-filled days of intense skating, the Maloof Money Cup has come to an end. Of all the skate competitions and events I’ve been to, the Maloof Money Cup definitely topped the charts for me, as well as for many pro skaters, industry associates, media, and fans. There was an insane display of […]

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Maloof Money Cup News

Okay, so were less than 2 days away from one of the most exciting skateboard contests to date. With all the big greens at stake, this is gonna be an insane display of skating. You got Eric Koston, Marc Johnson, Jake Brown, The Flying Tomato, Lacey Baker, and many more greats up in the action. […]

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