TASTEMAKERS BLOG -- est.1992

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2010-02-10T19:35:00.004-05:00

WWW.TASTEMAKERSNJ.COM

2010-01-03T16:56:00.000-05:00

Nike Christmas Commercial

2009-12-25T13:29:00.002-05:00

Lupe as Blitzen

KRS One as ummm himself I guess.

Behind the Scenes of Lil Wayne's "On Fire"

2009-12-24T20:15:00.002-05:00

from Vimeo.

10 Deep Chop Up Winter '10

2009-12-24T01:58:00.002-05:00

Fox BrothersxClarks 2010 Spring/ Summer Collection

2009-12-14T17:37:00.005-05:00

I'm pretty sure that anyone that owns a pair of Clarks is pretty infatuated with them. I know i am like that with mine. But the new ones they have coming out that are collaborating with Fox Brothers, a known wool/ fabric company. They incorporate a pretty appealing chalk pin stripe that I believe makes them look dressier than usual. And the entire upper is made out of 100% lambwool. I will most definitly be looking out for these when they come out next year in certain Clark retailers. I'll follow up with the release dates as soon as possible.

Bapexclusive Kyoto

2009-12-13T21:56:00.004-05:00

The new 'exclusive' Bape store opened in Kyoto, Japan yesterday. It has to be one of the most outlandish but appealing stores I've seen open by bape. I has these life sized figuriens all around the store. This is def the most spacious Bape store yet to open, MUCH bigger than the Bape store in Soho, NY. Really wish i could visit Kyoto tho.

Til the Casket Drops!

2009-12-09T20:16:00.002-05:00

The newest cd by the rap duo Clipse droped yesterday. The album has great featurings with people like Common, Pharrell, Kanye West, and the attractive Keri Hilson! I'm definitely going to go grab my copy.

GO OUT AND SUPPORT GOOD MUSIC!

Pursuit of Happiness Video - Kid Cudi

2009-12-08T17:06:00.003-05:00

Reebok Pump "Respect Pack"

2009-12-07T19:37:00.005-05:00

This new Reebok Pump 'Respect Pack' features 3 separate models, one Pump Fury, one Court Victory, and one Omni Lite. Ofcourse all three feature the 'Pump Technology.' All three pair feature the same three main colors; black, red and neon yellow.

They are expected to come out in February of 2010

via NiceKicks

XXL's 2010 Freshman Class (Jan/ Feb issue)

2009-12-07T17:29:00.004-05:00

Most of the people on here are most def on the rise, but I don't see Wiz Khalifa as a freshman, especially since his CD recently came out and is make a hell of a lot of noise on iTunes. Overall I believe this is a great freshman line up, maybe even better than '09s

Ralph Lauren x 2010 Olympics

2009-12-07T00:18:00.005-05:00

This news was released back in November but oh well.

Being both huge sports and Ralph Lauren fans it was crazy hearing that RL will be outfitting the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. The clothing showcases a classic red, white, and blue theme.

You can cop these items over at ralphlauren.com

Vans Vault Sierra Chukka LX

2009-12-05T23:37:00.005-05:00

I've never really been a big fan of Vans until I saw Chukka's and well i think these def get my vote. I most def will be getting these, no questions asked!

The uppers are completely black suede, with the exception of the toe reinforcement. In place of standard eyestays are black lace hoops, while the liners are done with tan premium leather. The laces are also done with cords instead of the standard flat laces.

Stay Tuned...

2009-12-01T20:58:00.000-05:00

SupremexVans

2009-11-25T23:57:00.006-05:00

Supreme will release a new style of Vans - The 106. There will be two in camouflage with canvas uppers and two in suede. Both with leather lining and insoles.

These Vans will be released in-store and online on November 27th. Japan will release them on November 28th.

Deal or No Deal - Wiz Khalifa

2009-11-25T16:15:00.001-05:00

Preferred this over the album art lol

Deal or No Deal in stores now... Go get it!

Supreme Varsity x Drake

2009-11-15T21:52:00.003-05:00

On the "Play Ball" video shoot.

DJ AM's Collection To Ebay.

2009-11-14T01:48:00.004-05:00

It may be wrong, but I wondered where DJ AMs huge sneaker collection was going after his death. Undefeated and Creative Visions have partnered up for the DJ AM Memorial Fund by auctioning off his kicks on eBay and giving proceeds to the fund.

The collection is going up from 11/15-12/14.

Click here for the auction page

FYI - He wore a size 12.

OUCH.

2009-11-13T20:45:00.001-05:00

Matching Cement 3s... Picture perfect.

KRINK.

2009-11-11T22:13:00.001-05:00

Support Good Music.

2009-11-10T15:29:00.004-05:00

Wale's Attention Deficit drops today!

I haven't bought an album in about 5 years, but I have to support good music. Go Cop!

Its All Real

2009-11-07T19:56:00.002-05:00

Bit of a throwback...

Pitch Black - Its All Real

Patience.

2009-11-03T17:11:00.004-05:00

I know I've been keeping a lot of you on your toes with the upcoming shirts and the Winter '09 line. However, with college apps in full gear, work, and shady shirt companies, the process has been slowed down a bit. My goal is to get them out before the new year. I'm working on some dope projects and once they drop it will be crazy. Stick with us! TMNJ!

Bonus.. Just because.

NO CEILINGS

2009-10-28T16:08:00.005-04:00

Reminds me of Wayne back in '07... Ridiculous!

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Dec. 8th!

2009-10-21T20:43:00.002-04:00

Till The Casket Drops - Dec. 8th

Bundle Up!

2009-10-19T23:04:00.004-04:00

The past weekend's weather has been like mid-December! Bundle up.

Ripstop Trooper Hat via Supreme

Double-zip Hoodie via BBC

Denim Peacoat via J.Crew

Levi's x Walt Whitman

2009-10-18T16:03:00.000-04:00

Love this commercial.

Noodlepark

2009-10-16T19:52:00.005-04:00

A clean and affordable look.

http://www.noodlepark.it/

This Plane - Wiz Khalifa

2009-10-16T01:56:00.003-04:00

One of my favorite artists right now. If you've been following Wiz's career, you can hear from the sound of this single that his upcoming album will really show his growth. Deal Or No Deal dropping November 24th!

"Okaayyyy!"

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Inhibitions - Wale x Pharrell

2009-10-13T23:39:00.006-04:00

off Attention Deficit

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Good Times

2009-10-13T12:49:00.006-04:00

Closets Are Overrated.

2009-10-12T15:17:00.002-04:00

photography by Romain Laurent

Clearer shot here

Denim Interior !?

2009-10-12T15:04:00.003-04:00

I need to find more pics of this car... Too sick!

OriginalFake '09 Halloween Tee

2009-10-06T00:00:00.004-04:00

I've seen a lot of recent streetwear Halloween shirts, but OriginalFake took the W. Man, I need either one of these!

via hypebeast

Michael Lau

2009-09-29T18:07:00.006-04:00

You have your sneaker collectors, clothing and accessory collectors, and then there's your vinyl toy collectors. The Kaws and Kidrobot bearbricks have become very popular lately, but Michael Lau, an artist from Hong Kong, really puts toy collecting and street culture into high demand with his urban toy figures. Some of his more exclusive pieces range upwards to $15,000 and about a few hundred for his general released figures. The Hundreds Blog recently covered Lau and some of his pieces also. Wish I could get my hands on some of these!

too ill.

XV - Fall Out The Sky Video

2009-09-29T17:08:00.000-04:00

Consequence x Kanye x John Legend - Whatever You Want

2009-09-29T16:50:00.001-04:00

OD ponytail shaking lol

UNK365

2009-09-27T17:06:00.003-04:00

day 107

day 45

Just bored, browsing, I ran across this guy's blog. For every day of the year (365 days) he takes a self portrait. For some, he gets madd creative and puts himself into album covers etc. Yo this guy really has skills!

Check out more on his blog

UNK365

Friends & Family

2009-09-24T21:16:00.005-04:00

Available at Footlockers, Footactions and Champs. Visit the websites for more info.

Don't say I never gave yall anything!

Fame Kills

2009-09-24T17:30:00.004-04:00

Teaser.

Dec 22nd at the IZOD Center.. In there!

Brick City Documentary

2009-09-22T23:44:00.005-04:00

Only caught the tail end of the second episode. BRICK CITY follows Newark mayor Cory Booker and a few other supporting citizens through their diverse stories as they struggle in Newark. Consider it a 5-night episode series of The Wire, but as a documentary. Crazy how close to home this all is. Tune in to Sundance for the rest of the week!

Info here

You Do The Math.

2009-09-22T18:57:00.003-04:00

$158 via Supremenewyork.com

$50 via Topman.com

Basically the same sweatshirt, minus the pricetag. Now don't get me wrong. I'm a huge Supreme fan, and they make great products worth the price. But I'm not that naive to know that MANY of their items are hyped beyond belief. People will buy anything with the Supreme name on the tag nowadays. I'm not even going to mention the price of the Mickey tee...

To each his own. Im just sayin!

Sorry Supreme, I'm going with the Topman.

BBC x BP3

2009-09-18T18:33:00.002-04:00

BBC will be dropping 3 tees inspired by Jay's Blueprint 3 album. Word is they'll drop sometime next week.

Here's one. One of the best tracks on the album... A must cop!

via BBC

DOPE!

2009-09-18T18:08:00.006-04:00

Garbstore's Winter '09 collection jackets. I need to get my hands on the khaki one!

via Hypebeast

Hip Hop Hooray Freestyle '09 - Kid Cudi

2009-09-17T22:02:00.003-04:00

Cudi recently met up with Cyph and Rosenberg and spit this one over the classic Naughty by Nature track. His flow on this is insane!

Man On The Moon is also in stores now and is one of the best albums of '09.

Say somethin'!

While you're thinking about it,

Download here

Might change your mind lol

The Hundreds : Phoenix Eyewear

2009-09-13T20:30:00.004-04:00

The Hundreds took a spin on the popular Rayban wayfarers with their Phoenix Eyewear collection. They come in black, red, blue, and tortoise. Check your Hundreds retailers, they're said to retail at $100 USD.

These are tempting!

Jay-Z : 9/11 Answer The Call (MSG)

2009-09-12T05:00:00.007-04:00

If you missed it, here you go!

I wanted to go but watching it on TV was not bad AT ALL. This concert was amazing and Jay never upsets. Really reminded me why he is the greatest.

Jay-Z x John Mayer.. do I need to say more?!

Raekwon - OB4CL2 - In Stores Today!

2009-09-08T15:02:00.008-04:00

The Purple Tape pt. 2!

The wait is over. Raekwon drops the sequel to the '95 OB4CL, or as most may know as the Purple Tape, today. On the lyrical side of things most of the Clan is accounted for with Ghostface, Inspectah Deck, Method Man and the Gza all making appearances alongside other artists like Beanie Sigel and Jadakiss.

GO COP!

Too bad they can't make tapes anymore.

Picture Perfect.

2009-09-05T21:05:00.002-04:00

What more can you ask for?

va$htie

Dedication.

2009-09-03T22:24:00.006-04:00

Okay so Supreme released their '09 Fall/Winter collection today. lol

Whether old heads, or newer ones... To wait in that long ass line extending up the entire block, it all comes down to dedication.

Tastemakers made an appearance... Long day.

Wale - Attention Deficit Album Cover

2009-09-03T21:39:00.003-04:00

Nothing unusual from my man Wale, very creative.

Im not used to seeing an ALBUM from Wale, so that Parental Advisory label really stood out to me. lol

October 20th... GO COP!

Kid Cudi's Original Demo Tape

2009-09-02T11:42:00.003-04:00

Some early Cudi, you can really see how his style has changed. This should keep you guys busy until his album drops on the 15th! :)

Not the mixtape art, but that picture was too sick to pass up on!

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Award Tour - Wale x Jazmine Sullivan

2009-08-31T16:00:00.004-04:00

Got this while I was away. Good looks Terrey!

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R.I.P. DJ AM

2009-08-31T15:53:00.003-04:00

Late post, but had to pay respect.

March 30, 1973 - August 28, 2009

Supreme Fall/WInter '09 Preview

2009-08-31T15:43:00.005-04:00

Available in stores Sept. 3rd.

via Supreme.

Forever - Drake x Kanye x Lil Wayne x Eminem!

2009-08-26T22:43:00.005-04:00

"Labels want my name beside a X like Malcolm, everybody got a deal I did it without one"

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Welcome Home.

2009-08-26T16:15:00.002-04:00

24k Rap Video - J Dilla x Raekwon x Havoc

2009-08-21T12:43:00.004-04:00

Pretty dope video. Filmed at Alife Rivington Club.

Bonus.

10 Deep Fall '09 Preview

2009-08-20T17:46:00.002-04:00

Sneak preview of what's to come.

Nike Hyperdunk Metallic Eggplant Pack

2009-08-20T12:07:00.004-04:00

First implemented on the renowned Flightposite 1 and re-worked popular Foamposite, Nike brings back the popular eggplant colorway on the advanced technology basketball kicks, the Hyperdunks. Both are available through select Nike accounts.

Killer - Drake ft. Nipsey Hu$$le

2009-08-20T11:56:00.004-04:00

"we been busy like some bees... no honeycomb"

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Official "Run This Town" Video - Jay Z x Rihanna x Kanye

2009-08-20T00:44:00.005-04:00

There's been clips and teasers, but here's the full video.

via 2dopeboyz

Walk on By - AlBe Back x Naledge x 88 Keys

2009-08-19T12:00:00.005-04:00

"let's see a show of hands, like a caged in mime"

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Don't Be Shy !

2009-08-19T10:40:00.005-04:00

"that curtain needs to be pushed in" LOL

VA$HTIE

BP3 Tracklist

2009-08-19T10:16:00.002-04:00

Features with J. Cole, Cudi, and Drake... 9/11/09 is going to be a good day.

Teaser

2009-08-19T01:58:00.007-04:00

As seen on The Hundreds blog. Could this be a teaser of some Hundreds shades in the near future? I'm liking these a lot!

Amazing Shots

2009-08-18T15:58:00.004-04:00

SHOOTO

Theshoegame.com came across a bunch of great sneaker shots from all across the web. Some of these are just ridiculous. Props to the photographers.

Check out more shots here TSG

Bape x G-Shock Fall '09

2009-08-18T15:52:00.003-04:00

Bape has collaborated with G-Shock once again with this Fall '09 release of the DW-6900 series. With the popular multi-color design, these will be release at Bape stores on Sunday, August 23rd. A must cop!

Off With Your Kufi !

2009-08-17T22:28:00.005-04:00

Via Complex Magazine

I haven't seen one of these soundboards in a while... Just click on the faces to hear their personal sounds. Have fun! lol

Wale on YoungHollywood.com

2009-08-13T12:17:00.003-04:00

Wale mentions "tastemakers." Shameless plug? lol

Ruff Ryders Comeback? (Who's Real Remix Preview)

2009-08-13T03:01:00.004-04:00

Ruff Ryders 2010...

Remember these days?

Kid Cudi Album Art

2009-08-12T23:38:00.005-04:00

MAN ON THE MOON : THE END OF DAY

Release date is September 15, 2009. Put it on your calendars!

Get Em Rick!

2009-08-12T16:19:00.006-04:00

SHP graduate putting in work! lol

Slaughterhouse Drops Today!

2009-08-11T15:58:00.003-04:00

The super lyrical team, Slaughterhouse, dropped their album today. I previewed earlier and it's a must cop! Make sure you go out and support good music.

Stussy Fall '09

2009-08-11T11:54:00.004-04:00

Stussy is bringing a solid collection for the fall. Including are a set of tees, cardigans, and outerwear pieces. Be on the lookout!

Happy 48th Obama!

2009-08-04T16:01:00.003-04:00

August 4, 1961

Happy 48th Birthday President Obama!

DEBUT TEE!

2009-08-04T14:05:00.011-04:00

We've been going back and forth with designs and colors as the debut tee. It eventually came down to these two. But we wanna know what you would wear and what you wanna see out there first. So VOTE for the first Tastemakers tee, and hopefully your choice will be the debut tee! Voting won't be long because we have to get these printed, so get yours in!

XV - Everybody's Nobody Mixtape

2009-08-04T13:37:00.003-04:00

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Yea, it's been out for a few days, but I just got around to downloading it. Don't wait like me. This mixtape is nice!

Blueprint 3 Artwork + Rumored Tracklist!

2009-08-03T14:29:00.007-04:00

Sept 11, 2009 !

1. What We Talking About (Produced by Kanye West)
2. D.O.A. (Produced by No I.D.)
3. Weigh Me Down Feat. Kid Cudi (Produced by Kanye West)
4. Unforgiven (Produced by Kanye West, Additional Production: MGMT)
5. Run This Town Feat. Rihanna & Kanye West (Produced by Kanye West)
6. Empire State Of Mind Feat. Nas (Produced by Kanye West & No I.D.)
7. When It Comes To This (Produced by Timbaland)
8. Always Feat. Drake (Produced by Kanye West)
9. Scenes From The Past (Produced by No I.D., Co-produced by Kanye West)
10. Everyday A Star Is Born Feat. Mr. Hudson (Produced by Kanye West)
11. Already Home (Produced by Kanye West)
12. Forever Young Feat. Mr. Hudson (Produced by Kanye West)
13. Thank You (Produced by No I.D.)

Bonus Tracks:
14. Sound Of The 70s (Produced by Kanye West)
15. We Made History (Produced by Kanye West)

via herfection

All Black Everything!

2009-08-03T14:21:00.005-04:00

"All Black everything

Black cards, black cars

All Black everything"

Complex mag put together a list of everything Jay Z is speaking of when he says "all black everything." This list includes a Marc Jacobs jacket priced at $635, a David Yurman Spiritual Onyx necklace priced at $525, and a Louis Vuitton Force Epi belt priced at $435 just to name a few. Steep price to be Jay.

C'est la Vie, Drake : It's The Real

2009-08-03T14:13:00.001-04:00

LMFAOO!

G-Shock "Crazy Colors"

2009-08-03T00:10:00.003-04:00

The August '09 G-Shock release is under the theme "Crazy Colors" in the most popular DW-6900 models. For those that are fans of the bold G-Shock colors, these are for you.

SUPREME Autumn/Winter '09 Preview!

2009-08-02T19:46:00.003-04:00

Yes, this doesn't say much about the Autumn/Winter '09 Collection at all. Supreme's "previews" are usually random. However, I can't wait to see more! Stay Tuned!

via Supreme

Life vs. Livin - XV ft. Big Sean

2009-07-31T12:13:00.004-04:00

Off the anticipated XV Everybody's Nobody mixtape, coming out tomorrow!

"finally found my sound.. Hellen Keller" lol

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Closer - Consequence ft. Band Camp

2009-07-30T12:52:00.002-04:00

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J. Cole x XV Freestyle

2009-07-28T15:37:00.001-04:00

Wooo! lol Bright future for hip hop.

Loso's Way

2009-07-28T11:56:00.001-04:00

One of my favorite tracks on the album.

Loso's Way is in stores today! Go get it!

Fragile - Chrisette Michele ft. Wale

2009-07-25T12:45:00.005-04:00

I love this track!

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33% OFF! - The Hundreds

2009-07-24T13:40:00.002-04:00

33% off all 2009 products. Don't sleep!

www.thehundreds.com

Run This Town-Jay-Z x Rihanna x Kanye West

2009-07-24T13:15:00.003-04:00

Radio stations were told to release this track at 9:11 am. Ever since then, it's been playing 24/7!

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Jay-Z x Tim Westwood Interview

2009-07-22T15:00:00.002-04:00

"this is ROC nation, pledge your allegiance..."

listen here.

Nike 2009 Fall/Holiday Lookbook

2009-07-22T13:39:00.002-04:00

more at Highsnobiety

LMAO!

2009-07-22T12:10:00.002-04:00

Retro Nike Penny II QS - Atlantic Blue

2009-07-22T04:38:00.003-04:00

Ty from LDRS.

A classic for many true sneakerheads, the Atlantic Blue Penny IIs are set to re-release this Saturday. However, some have been spotted on eBay. And word is, there won't be many to pass around, so get your hands on them while you can or face the ridiculous eBay prices.

Retail should be $140.

Artist Zevs Arrested in Hong Kong

2009-07-21T15:52:00.008-04:00

Coming off a recent exhibition opening in Hong Kong, French artist Zevs was caught red handed working up his signature artwork on the walls of a Georgio Armani store. Adding that Chanel logo looks like it might cost the artist a load of cash as the store is requesting an insane amount of compensation for his actions (nearly $6.7 Million HKD). This video interview by the South China Morning Post gives a bit more insight into the matter.

via Hypebeast

More of Zevs art.

UNION NY x PEGLEG x G-Shock

2009-07-21T15:32:00.004-04:00

In honor of the most prominent holiday in July, United States Independence Day, Casio invited the New York City staple, Union NY and apparel label PEGLEG to design their own version of the G-Shock watch... Limited to 100 pieces, available for sale at PEGLEG's online store and UNION NY on Spring Street in SoHo.

via freshnessmag

Vintage Nike/Jordan Ads

2009-07-20T23:58:00.003-04:00

Ran into a few of these looking through some pages.

Hmm the good times!

*Anticipate some classic Nike inspired Tastemakers tees soon!

Get It - Cam'ron ft. Mase & Rossi

2009-07-20T15:49:00.006-04:00

Yes, Mase is back! Same Mase flow lol but I'm really hype about the return.

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"my net worth make chicks wanna network" lmao

Make Her Say Video - Cudi, Kanye, & Common

2009-07-20T15:13:00.003-04:00

Posted the preview a few days ago, now here's the official video. What's not to like?

Bape Store : London - NOW OPEN

2009-07-19T17:20:00.007-04:00

The well awaited Bape London store is now open. Just like the Soho location and others, the London store is very spacious, simple, and clean. Address below if you're swinging through London anytime soon. lol

Bape Store London
4, Upper James Street
London