JEFRO'S Blog SICKSIDE.....All Elements of Hip Hop: October 2016

Monday, October 24, 2016

This Opulent Air Jordan 11 Will Arrive In Time For Holiday Season

The Air Jordan 11 Retro has received a most luxurious makeover, featuring a full grey suede upper in place of its iconic mesh and patent leather construction. Debossed Jumpman branding adorns the heel, while a clean white translucent sole adds another understated dimension to the silhouette. Priced at $400 USD, these 11s are slated for a limited release in December. Let us know if you would dish out four bills for this pair.....

A$AP Rocky’s ‘Money Man’ Short Film Featuring A$AP Mob and Skepta

Eric B. And Rakim Confirm Reunion Tour For 2017

Big news for the older hip hop heads among you. The classic hip-hop duo Eric B. and Rakim have officially announced that they have not only reunited, but they are also in the middle of planning a world tour. While there are no plans at the moment to record new music, the tour could start as early as this December. The duo recorded overall four albums, some of them among the most iconic in hip-hop. They split up in 1993 after their last album, Don’t Sweat the Technique, released in 1992.....

The 'Star Wars' Stormtrooper Decanter and Shot Glass Will Let You Toast to the Dark Side

Star Wars fans, rejoice. A decanter and shot glass inspired by Stormtrooper helmet molds from the 1976 Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope film now exist. The flint glass carafe will allow you to store up to 750ml of your favorite spirit while the shot glass can hold approximately 150ml. Both wares are currently being sold at The Fowndry—$15 USD for the shot glass and $28 USD for the decanter....

Thursday, October 20, 2016

The Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” Is Returning This Black Friday

After an abundance of release date leaks, a shot at the Black Friday 2016 retro of the classic Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” has finally been unveiled, alongside news of the hyped sneaker’s sizing availability. A single shot of the shoe confirms that this retro will in fact boast the original version’s Nike Air heel branding. Additionally, the imagery reveals that the tongue of the 2016 retro will feature the OG’s classic red tongue; these two features were not previously available on the older 2009 and 2011 retros. Set to release in a range of full family sizes from toddler to men’s, the Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” will release November 25 for a retail price of $220 USD. Jumpman fans can also look forward to the arrival of the luxurious “Deep Royal” Air Jordan 12s, dropping next month.

Action Bronson – Durag vs Headband feat. Big Body Bes

Wednesday, October 12, 2016

Ronnie Fieg’s New Balance Mykonos 997.5 Collection....

After already getting a preview of both the “Cyclades” and the “Archipelago”, now we have the coinciding release details for Ronnie Fieg’s latest project with New Balance. Fieg in turn accounts for the first person to collaborate on the Made in USA 997.5. The “Cyclades” delivery draws inspiration from a trip Fieg took to the Nammos resort in Mykonos, Greece. The colorway points to this particular photograph taken by the designer/shop owner, as the imagery can then also be seen on the insoles of the sneaker. The orange forefoot is representative of the umbrellas, while the beige midfoot symbolizes the soft sand. Finally, the seafoam green detail on the heel mimics the waters of the Aegean Sea. The upper notes construction from pigskin suede, and a white 998 ABZORB midsole unit rests underneath. Next, the “Archipelago” plays on a similar theme, boasting a blue colorway that is once again a nod to the Aegean Sea. “N” logo branding has been shaded in tropical seafoam, while pigskin suede has also been utilized on the upper of this pair. 3M accents are featured, in addition to a white 998 ABZORB midsole unit. Each sneaker ultimately arrives in custom packaging, alongside five sets of laces and a pair of KITH x Stance Mykonos Fusion Ankle Socks. Look for RF’s New Balance Mykonos 997.5 collection to release on Friday at KITH locations as well as online. The “Cyclades” will also be made available online at 11 a.m. EST, while the “Archipelago” was released digitally as a Friends and Family Loyalty Program exclusive and will not have a wider online release.

Action Bronson on Rachael Ray

adidas Originals Is Dropping an Exclusive "Master Craft" Rendition of the NMD at Foot Locker Europe

European sneakerheads and Three Stripes fans are in for a treat later this week as Foot Locker EU took to Instagram earlier today to tease a brand new adidas exclusive: a premium “Master Craft” rendition of the beloved NMD. Hot on the heels of other exclusive-to-Europe NMDs like the runner’s olive and bright red colorways, the “Master Craft” take on the Boost-cushioned low-top goes the luxury route, adding leather to the design’s construction while opting for a classy grey upper. That grey hue extends to the shoe’s midsole plugs while a black pull tab and matching rubber outsole join the brown leather heel tab and shank. According to Foot Locker EU, fans can expect these to touch down in limited quantities both in-store and online this Friday, October 14 at 9 a.m. CEST.