5 Reasons To Be Excited About Xbox One (And 3 Reasons Not To Be)

XBOX-ONEThis week the third Xbox, curiously titled ‘Xbox One’ was announced. Similarly to the launch of the PS4, there are reasons to be excited, and reasons not to be. We’ve assembled them accordingly and divided the good from the bad for you.
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A.P.C. x Eastpak Capsule Collection

For Fall/Winter 2013, Eastpak has chosen French brand A.P.C. as its next collaborative partner. In true A.P.C. tradition, the brand keeps it clean and classic, also with this new collaboration. The classic Eastpak day pack comes with upgraded vegetable tanned leather bottoms in black and grey options. Furthermore the two present a larger hiking backpack … Continue reading

FROCAST: Episode #76

So I (Saule Wright) make it back illness, thanks for all your cards and well wishes….right. GQ had the night off…he was summoned to the White House bedroom and NOT by the President. Jerm and Easy hold it down per usual as we talk about the new Xbox One, Kanye’s new songs and album, J.Cole … Continue reading

A Conversation with George Bamford and Hiroshi Fujiwara About Their New Collaboration

The Bamford Watch Department and fragment design are proud to unveil their latest collaboration, the fragment Daytona and fragment Submariner, two effortlessly stylish pieces created by eminent designer Hiroshi Fujiwara. Hiroshi Fujiwara is a famed streetwear designer, having created highly lauded collections  in collaborations with Nike and Levis. The new release marks Hiroshi Fujiwara’s second … Continue reading

ANTHM – Double Excel (Video) [2Dope Premiere]

Directed by Elmo Kebour. Back in March, ANTHM took Eminem’s classic “Role Model” for a spin. And now, a couple months later we get some matching visuals. Check as the Manhattan emcee ditches the Wall Street suit and spits his fuckin’ heart out. Get familiar folks… ANTHM ain’t going no where but up. DOWNLOAD: ANTHM … Continue reading

Listen: Black Hippy – U.O.E.N.O. Remix

Hell yeah that bitch gone go ham / Molly in her drink, but she asked me to / And oh yeah I got this on cam The Rap Up

NITRAID ‘Pixelated Weed Camo’ Summer 2013 Collection

Japanese label Nitraid is back with yet another collection adorned with their all-over cannabis camouflage print. This time, pixelated. Tailored towards the warmer climes, the collection features tank tops, swimwear board shorts and cargo shorts both advocating the ‘Anti Babylon Equipment’ slogan. Along with bucket hats, trucker caps and even a beach towel that can … Continue reading

Rap Battle: Innuendo vs LNC

The Jump Off #9 Main Event Rap Battle LNC vs INNUENDO MC Rap Battle The Jump Off 2013 – WEEK 9 [of 15-Week Season] TICKETS TRAILER TAKE PART LEAGUE TABLE jumpoff.tv Remember, these are NOT your typical WRITTEN battles in front of MC Battle fans, these are mostly freestyle battles in front of an audience … Continue reading

VANDEYK “Machine for Riding” Handbuilt Carbon Bicycle

Bike-smiths VANDEYK present their newest creation. The “Machine for Riding” boasts 870g carbon-frame handbuilt in Germany by professional automotive and bike-parts supplier ax-lightness. Further features include Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 9070, electronic shifting with integrated wiring, and components from Chris King and ENVE Composites. The entire bike will cost you a whopping EUR 11.900,00 (approx. $ … Continue reading

Sunni Colòn – Karma

Click for animated version. After dropping his 2dope Dearly Beloved LP, Sunni went right back in the studio and started working on his next project, The Els Flowers. A year later we get a new self-produced joint off the project. Take a listen below. 2dopeboyz