The honor the golden age of Hip Hop, PUMA is releasing another collaboration with MTV. This 3rd PUMA x Yo! MTV Raps collection will include 3 classic PUMA model – First Round, RS-100, and Suede Patent. Each adorned with wild colorways and mix compositions. Due out on April 15th, in limited quantity, at exclusive retailers, such as the Harajuku and Osaka flagship stores of XLarge in Japan.
BLVD Gallery is proud to present new works from NYC Graffiti Legend GHOST AKA Cousin Frank, a pioneering influence for many graffiti artists around the world. Having started writing in the golden age of the 1970’s, Ghost has first hand knowledge of the many adventures and accomplishments of the NYC subway graffiti movement. The original style, vibrant color combinations, and strong sense of satire of his graffiti has managed to ease the transition naturally to his more gallery oriented pursuits.
Ghost has spent many years dedicated to the formation (or deformation) of the standard English alphabet creating limitless possibilities for him to subvert the language in his unique style. He has managed to create work that bears the unmistakable mark of an accomplished draughtsman without it being either overbearing or overwrought. The humor that permeates Ghosts’ work comes from the underground comics tradition from his youth, more Zapp! Comix than Marvel. Ghosts’ improvisational approach to graffiti, he never planned ahead what his work would be like, gives his current series of paintings a lightness and spontaneity that has the feeling of an inside joke between old friends.
Ghost has shown his work in galleries across the globe and has become a major part of the visual aesthetic of companies like respected streetwear brand Stussy. There is also a documentary in production chronicling the many contributions Ghost has made to the global graffiti movement. This show will be the second time that BLVD Gallery has been privileged to work with Ghost whose amazing mural in the “Claimin’ Space” exhibition was a highlight for many at the 2007 Bumbershoot arts festival.
Wow! A modern sofa can be converted into a bunk beds. The Transformable Doc($5,950 ) is a comfortable sofa with fully removable covering that with a simple movement and no strain becomes a practical bunk bed. I love it! You can check out the web or at Resource Furniture, 969 Third Avenue (58th Street), (212) 753-2039. [via Like Cool]
Looking for premium sound quality in a stylish package? Boosted Mobile’s recently launched Boosted brand of accessories created the Stiloso Headphones might just fit the criteria. By adopting audio technologies it utilized in its cellphone. Boosted optimized the sound qualities on headphones, with wider dynamic range than most headphones of its class. Plus, the headphones were made to produce premium sounds when it is connected to a mobile device, such as a cellphone. Featured a slim profile answer/end call button and an in-line microphone, an ease of transfer between enjoyment of a song and taking a phone call. Composed from premium perforated leather and retro vinyl earcup forms. Imported. Each each phone comes with a 3.5mm adapter, 1/8″ adapter and 1/4″ adapter. Both are available now at Urban Outfitters. [via Freshness Mag]
Cree SAM ($TBD) designed and developed by cree Ltd, which is a Swiss award-winning and patented Zero Emission Vehicle. It is 3 wheeled vehicle. It is a two seater, powered by Landert Blach electric motor which can let you run at top speed 85km/h. It looks very cool, see its door. SAM is at prototype stage and approved for all public. They have 80 vehicles initially produced for public testing in the cities of Zurich and Basle are currently running mainly on Swiss roads and owned by private consumers. [via Like Cool]
