THE ROYAL WISHLIST

Everyone has a wishlist...even the Queen herself I'm sure. Here's just a few on my hitlist. So if you happen to stumble across any, drop a line so I can get them out of my head..and into my hands...I'm just saying! xx

Nike Dunk Premium Hi Customs
Designed by K Jax

Can't find these anywhere...help a brotha out!



Nike Vandal Hi Customs

Artwork look familiar?...need to have these...!



Nike Dunk Low
Ice-cream

Nike has dropped yet another Dunk Low GS featuring a pastel ice cream themed colorway that most kids and chicks will definitely dig. And since I'm exactly both of those, I really want them neow...

Nike Dunk Hi Customs
SBTG X Lazy

These Nike Dunk Hi Customs, by SBTG and Lazy were revealed at the “All in the Family” sneaker event. The colorway is dope, finished in gold and black with purple camo (done by SBTG) on the Swoosh. It is tagged with an embroided Lazy tag as well as a SBTG lace lock. These will make a beautiful addition to my collection.

Supra Vaider Hi 2008 Silver

Nike Dunk Low
Beijing Olympics 2008

In time for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Nike is coming out with this Dunk that will be part of a Gold Medal Series. The shoe has a primarily white patterned base with gold accents like contrast stitching, distressed leather swoosh and speckles in the sole. The insole symbolizes the track and field. Word has it that this is an exclusive Asia Pacific release....totally on my radar!

THE KICKS KOLLECTIVE

Don't cry if I choose my sweet kicks over you. It's nothing personal I swear. But If I cry, get me a pair or I shall kick you. Digression! These are my babies...

Nike Court Force Hi
Diamond Pack 2008 - Gold
aka "Goldy-locks"

From the Diamond Pack Collection, these Court Forces were only released in Asia as far as I'm aware...They feature panels of gold colored rhinestones with a metallic finish...allowing it bling and shine like diamonds. Can't wait to rock these out with girly dresses!

Nike Dunk Premium Hi
Ice-cream 2008
aka "Candy"

If I had the chance to customise my own pair of Dunks...this is exactly what it would look like. The ice-cream colorway of bold blue, pink, yellow and green makes me smile like to myself like an idiot just cause it reminds me of a rainbow. And then it makes me want to eat candy. Weird.

Nike Vandal Premium Hi
Multi Color Quilt Stitch 2008
aka "Puffy"

My summer love.

Nike Blazer Mid MTR
Slimline Snakeskin 2008
aka "PB"

These pink slimline Blazer's feature a snakeskin print and contrasting smooth white leather giveing it a retro-esque sneaker look. Branded with a signature Swoosh overlay in glossy patent to give it a classy and modernised touch.

Nike Dunks Premium Hi
Purple Frost 2008
aka "Shimmy"

These Purple Frost Dunks caught my attention faster than you can say "holy crap, I almost stacked!". The colorway consists of black, dark pink, water blue and a greenish yellow with the black leather being its most unique feature. The make up itself is pretty odd overall, experimenting risky colorways but that's exactly why I love these frosty babies...they're out of the ordinary.

Nike Air Max 90
Valentine's Day 2008 Edition
aka "Pink Stink"

This year’s Valentine Edition features a unique colorway, consisting of maroon, varsity red and laser pink. The laces feature hearts all over them, which is a nice touch as illustrations aren’t common on shoe laces. They also feature red patent leather, along with a see through air bubble at the heel. These babies got me through rough rock times during the Soundwave Festival '08. Good times.

DC Manteca 2 Mid
Mix Tapes

The most recent addition to my avid DC collection, I heart the colorway on these as its easy to match with my favorite nail polish.

DC Jersey City Hi
Silver

These are my space kicks. Enough said. They're awesome.

Who's The Best, Best?

She's got the right attitude, the rad beats, is Miss Independent with a sick sense of style...don't hate her cause she do it better. Missy Elliott has unleashed the first track off her long-awaited forthcoming album, BLOCK PARTY and it really is the Best, Best.

Missy Elliott - Best Best.mp3

Boomtown Showdown 2007

BOOMTOWN ANNOUNCE THEIR 2007 NATIONAL SHOWDOWN TOUR!
THE GETAWAY PLAN / IN FICTION / ELORA DANAN / THE AMITY AFFLICTION

In celebration of the label’s fifth birthday, the 2007 Boomtown Showdown tour is set to be bigger then ever, with thirteen dates across our country’s east and west coasts, and a powerful lineup to match no other! The Boomtown Showdown brings The Getaway Plan, In Fiction, Elora Danan and The Amity Affliction your way this November.

What began in 2005 as a one-time show in Melbourne has now become an annual event, which fans across Australia look forward to each year. It is the Boomtown Showdown, a showcase tour for Boomtown Records and their continually expanding catalogue of artists. In November 2007, Boomtown will celebrate their fifth birthday, and will be making an effort to reach out to both the fans and bands that have helped the company grow from a small bedroom operation to a fully-fledged and overflowing office, which now boasts an impressive list of growing artists, each with their identity and accolades. The Showdown, which went national for the first time last year, showcases the diversity and quality within the thriving Boomtown roster.

Headliners The Getaway Plan solidified a successful campaign for their 2006 debut ‘Hold Conversation’ by touring nationally on the personal request of US hard-hitters The Used, and have since spent the last few months recording their debut album ‘Other Voices, Other Rooms’ in Florida with super-producer James Paul Wisner (Dashboard Confessional, New Found Glory). The first single from the album, ‘Streetlight’, will be released on November 3, with the forthcoming album due in February 2008. The Boomtown Showdown will be The Getaway Plan’s first shows back in Australia since heading the US in July.

The Adelaide punk / pop five piece, In Fiction, have been riding on the back of their March EP release ‘Ghost’ and subsequent national jaunts with The Matches, Behind Crimson Eyes and Kisschasy. They have received both Nova and Triple J support for their single ‘When The Camera’s Off’ and have just released their latest track, ‘If You’re Up Late’ along with a clip, to radio and TV.

Joining them are Perth rockers Elora Danan. They have recently released their debut mini-album ‘We All Have Secrets’ in August. Debuting in the top forty of the ARIA Charts in Western Australia, the Boomtown Showdown will be the band’s first full-blown national tour – something that will no doubt attract a plethora of East Coast fans who have felt the hype from across the desert.

Rounding out the lineup is the latest signing to Boomtown Records, hardcore act The Amity Affliction, who has been touring nationally with their new lineup throughout 2007. With a reputation for outrageous party antics and intense live shows, The Amity Affliction is quickly becoming one of the most talked about bands in Australian heavy music. They will release their Boomtown debut in the first half of 2008.

With most of the shows reaching an all ages market, and Boomtown Records celebrating with a retail and press campaign aimed at achieving maximum exposure for the artists and tour, Boomtown Showdown 2007 is set to be one of the best local tours of the year.

Celebrating Boomtown's 5th Birthday: Matthew Wright (The Getaway Plan), Joel Birch (The Amity Affliction), and George Green (Elora Danan) prepare for the Showdown!

Anberlin

Artist: Anberlin
Album: Cities (2007)
Label: Tooth And Nail

In 2005, Anberlin made a massive leap into the pop punk scene with 'Never Take A Friendship Personal'. With their 2007 release we see Anberlin evolve without losing their credibility or core sound in 'Cities'.

Readily introduced with ‘Godspeed’, a track so full of energy you will want to break out in your best dance move builds up anticipation for what is to come. And in a single spilt-second, singer/songwriter Stephen Christian can break your groove to an emotional standstill with acoustically driven ‘The Unwinding Cable Car’ and ‘Alexithymia’. Stephen’s natural ability to transform real-life situations into phenomenal rock songs is seen in ‘Dismantle Repair’ and ‘Hello Alone’. Still keeping the listener drawn into their reality, Stephen’s distinctively smooth vocals will leave you forever wondering and wanting with closing track ‘Fin’.

In perfecting their trademark sound Anberlin are living proof that breaking away from their well-known sound can be for the best.

Tegan And Sara

Artist: Tegan And Sara

Album: The Con (2007)
Label: Sire

For the devoted, Tegan and Sara need no selling-point introduction as their music sell and speak soundly for themselves. Having been making music since the age of fifteen, the Canadian twin duo, now at twenty-six have released their long-awaited album, aptly titled The Con.

With no expectations set in mind, then to hear the maturity and quality in their song-writing ability, it was clear that this record was nothing short of melancholic perfection. With lyrics honest and simple, vocals raw and emotional (‘Dark Come Soon’), the signature combination creates an unforgettable listening experience.

Opening with a controversial and affirming protestation in ‘I Was Married’ the girls speaks out to the L-word haters with simplicity and class, whilst the title inspiring synth-driven track ‘The Con’ hooks you in to a sing-a-long. And just when you think this record rings happy tales (‘Burn Your Life Down’), it’ll unexpectedly sink you into darker themes (‘Knife Going In’). Almost like a string of poetic vignettes, each song tells a short and sweet story, with a touch of sadness (‘Soil, Soil’) to the surrounding themes of life, love and loss.

Finding a song to simply dislike on this release is rather impossible.

Artist: Tegan and Sara
Album: So Jealous (2004)
Label: Sanctuary

So Jealous, shaped up to be the soundtrack of my summer...and still is :-)

Modest Mouse

Artist: Modest Mouse
Album: We Were Dead Before The Ship Even Sank (2007)
Label: Sony

If you ever find yourself at a loss for words, just turn to Isaac Brock, singer/songwriter and frontman of indie rock band Modest Mouse for inspiration. Brock is the genius behind the sarcastic and disturbing yet pleasing lyrics that make the band’s latest release “We Were Dead Before The Ship Even Sank” one to live for.

The single ‘Dashboard’ demands your attention without effort, an un-doubtly pop track with a dose of character and attitude for the dancing queens. But if you prefer something a little wild and exquisitely weird ‘Parting With A Sensory’ is sure to satisfy your dark side, taking a stab at the circle of life theory. And if you’re one who tends to do things on the safe side, you may think twice after hearing ‘Missed The Boat’. As the record keeps spinning, you’ll anchor down to the delicate soul-soothing tune that is ‘Little Motel’, before nearing to an end with charismatic ‘People As Places As People’.

Given a few listens, you’ll find the most bizarre mix of songs placed so close together will strangely begin to make sense, even if I don’t.