Still on his US tour, Banksy’s latest comes from the streets of NYC.  This colossal 3 story piece is super dope, as the rats proclaim that they too love NY.  Or maybe Banksy is calling himself a rat, as he draws another rat…  i dunno, but its still cool to see.  Hopefully they wont start defacing it like some residents in New Orleans have done recently.

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Haberdashery set to carry new denim brand Denim Demon out of Sweden. Inspired by the passion for vintage denim and Sami culture, Denim Demon create simple yet stylish clothing that should appeal to most denim fans.

Haberdashery will carry two jeans, a jacket and a shirt from the Denim Demon AW 2008 collection.

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MWM Graphics Redesigned & Reloaded showcases the vivid and colourful geometrically themed work of Matt W. Moore. Hailing from Portland, Maine Moore has been grinding away over recent months to develop and update his 2008 portfolio. He’s proud to announce an all new portfolio site that features some of his work for clients such as Mountain Dew, Y2 and Clout Magazine. MWM Graphics updates it’s News blog every day so you have no excuses for not checking it out!

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Format: Our last interview focused a lot on blogging and sneaker media. Let’s get a bit more personal this time. Please introduce yourself and discuss your history before starting Sole Redemption.
Alex: My name is Alex, also known as Wok on Sole Redemption. I’m just a dude from Los Angeles, was into basketball and Nike stuff from way back in the day, graduated from UCLA and started the website.

“That’s what separates us from the rest. We know the story behind the shoes and how it relates to life, basketball, art, music, etc. ”

Format: What was your inspiration to start Sole Redemption?
Alex: Sole Redemption was one of the first sneaker blogs out there — if not the first! We started in 2005 and have been rolling since. Now there are a lot of sneaker blogs out there, a lot of whom I’m close with but we were one of the originators, a lot of cats don’t know that.

Format: How did you transition from school to blogging full-time?
Alex: I started SR shortly after I graduated from college, within the first few months I knew this would be what I’d be doing for the foreseeable future. I’m dedicated to my sites 100% of the time, this isn’t just my job — it’s my life!

Format: You run a network of other sites, how hard is it to balance all of them? What, if any, benefits do you get from running a network?
Alex: I’m an entrepreneur, so I’m not just into sneakers, I’m into other stuff… expanding into other realms gives our readers a chance to explore cool stuff besides just sneakers, as well as gain new readers who might like to get into other things including sneakers. Balancing is hard at times, but I’m just running it from the top. I let my writers help out as well. But, I make sure things are run well and the information is on point.

Format: What specific niche within the sneaker world does Sole Redemption occupy?
Alex: Sole Redemption is out to keep it real… we’re not just Hypebeast’s (no offense to Kevin). We keep the site historically based; not fad based. That’s what separates us from the rest. We know the story behind the shoes and how it relates to life, basketball, art, music, etc. Does that make us the most hyped blog? Hell no, but it makes us the blog to read for those in the know.

Format: What keeps you passionate about sneakers?
Alex: Air Jordan, Air Max, etc. Those kicks make it easy to be passionate about sneakers because they keep it interesting. I have more Air Max’s than anything because I actually wear the shoes, so it keeps me into it. Though I try not to go overboard in my collecting.

Initially only Nike was coming out with the hard hitting stuff in the last few years. But recently other brands such as Puma has been upping their game; Reebok is back harder now. That kind of stuff inspires us as well as our readers. I think increased output of good sneakers from good companies is causing Nike not to slack either and we like that.

Format: What does Sole Redemption have planned for the future?
Alex: Keep it going. Keep growing and keep improving. Keep getting better info and keep reporting it. I think eventually people will realize what we’re about and why the sneaker game needs us. If we don’t stick around, I think there won’t be slightly older cats around who can tell all the kids out there why this sneaker is significant, or where MJ wore this model, who Steve Prefontaine is, why Eugene, Oregon is the Mecca of Nike etc. and that would be a shame.

Format: Why shoes?
Alex: Why not shoes? There’s a niche for everyone and everything on the Internet. Sneakers happen to be an important thing for many people. It’s like any other collectible out there except that sneakers actually have a utility value - you can wear them! People used to get shot for their sneakers in the 80’s so it’s been one of those ‘necessary evils’ or blessings for a long while. It’s something that kids with Payless shoes used to get laughed at in school, sorry to say. Most adults underestimate the influence that sneakers have on your daily life — we don’t!

Linkage: http://www.soleredemption.com

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A new set of Nike Dunks are now available in a neutral, monotone black. With only one look at the kicks, they appear to be the plain jane’s of the latest sneaker releases. But look beneath the black suede and slide your foot in, and you’ll notice the Zoom Air unit, which creates an extra cushion for added comfort.

Info.Image: Caliroots

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The good brother Andrè Wright Jr. just put a new book into production. Go to his flickr for more here. He’s photographed everyone, Common, G-Unit, Paris Hilton, Johnny Nunez and more see his site and contact him for a print.

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Bape has come out with the Bapesta 88 Track Pack, which include Highs and Lows. The pack has a signature Bape look, with smooth leathers and a thick midsole.

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Public School reps hard this season with a very solid collection of detail oriented garbs.  All focused around the darker side of the streets of NY, the color black takes center stage and works cleanly accross the board.  This collection is full of great fits and tons of black leather.  Uber grimey!

Info.Image:  Public School

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It is rare that the Blazer models gets the production nod without having SB attached the end of its name.  That changes now, as this Premium models gets outfitted with some sweet wood paneling.  Obviously the sole gets the treatment, but subtle black wood grain is also used on the toe cap and heel tab and a silver swoosh rounds this one out.  Available 10/4 at select Nike accounts.

Info.Image:  Sole Redemption

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How hi can a hi top get?  The guys over at Diet Butcher believe the sky is the limit, as their new Slim Skin’s go above and beyond your average hi top.  These kicks kinda resemble a ski boot, but the elegance of patent leather and the cream midsole make these catwalk worthy.  Its only a matter of time before Kanye will have these on blast. Glaice was the first to get em, but it appears that they are SOLD OUT.  Sorry…

Info.Image:  Glaice

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UNDFTD Fall 2008 Drop 1.0 features a range of T-shirts, sweaters and jackets to keep the chill at bay whilst maintaining a uniquely defined style. Clean lines and subtle elements of old skool make this UNDFTD range stand out from other less refined looks on the market today. Checkout the entire range in the online store

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I am very pleased to announce the launch of my Redesigned & Reloaded 2008 Portfolio Website – http://www.mwmgraphics.com*Updated with over 50 freelance projects and commissions from this year across disciplines (All previous work is still featured in 2007 Portfolio Archive). New Vectorfunk Posters, Prints, Books, Tees, and Skateboards in the Shop. Recent Press Clippings, Features, Interviews, and Gallery Bio. And the new MWM Graphics “So, what can you do for me?” Capabilities Section. Surf through and check it out. Enjoy!

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