The LA Auto Show is on this week and I’m a huge fan of hot hatches. This Volkswagen concept, the Golf R 400 has AWD action matted with a turbo 4-cylinder that cranks out 394 horses.
Frankie’s Garage: Volkswagen Concepts @ LA Auto Show 2014
November 20, 2014 by Leave a Comment
EDM Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars
November 19, 2014 by Leave a Comment
This episode of Beat x Beat profiles a coming together of two music genres: rock and EDM. Frontman of Coldplay, Chris Martin takes us behind-the-scenes of the making their song “A Sky Full of Stars” from their latest album “Ghost Stories.” Coldplay and Avicii each put their magical touch on the song.
“Homeland” TV Program in Promo Vinyl Covers
November 19, 2014 by Leave a Comment
I’ve always found joy in CD, cassette tape or vinyl albums, because you could read the many linear notes, look at the artwork and it just felt more tangible in your hands. Kids today are missing out with downloading and streaming music, but I digress. The topic at hand is these cool vinyl-style jazz covers made for the hit Showtime program “Homeland.”
MegaDrive Megatron vs PlayStation Optimus Prime
November 19, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Get you credit cards ready for more Transformers toy fun. Take a hit video game console like the Sega MegaDrive aka Genesis and make it transform into Megatron. The MegaDrive Megatron should be dropping into stores this month.
A Bathing Ape x Ultraman Collection
November 19, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you’re looking for cool Ultraman licensed apparel, then look no further with this hip mini-capsule collection from BAPE. The items have just dropped online at BAPE.com. The hand towel is already sold out!
Building Incredible LEGO Dioramas
November 19, 2014 by Leave a Comment
We mention these guys before on our site, but this South Korean professional LEGO master build team Olive Seon knows how to build huge LEGO diorama playsets. Above image is their latest city build – Magma City.
This is another recent build of theirs, a LEGO Theme Park.
Cosplay-Style in the 16th Century
November 17, 2014 by Leave a Comment
This past weekend in the city of Paris a cosplay photo exhibition took place at the Grand Palais. Artist/photographer Sacha Goldberger took pictures of cosplayers with a 16th century twist. Many costume designers, make-up artist and cosplayers were involved in the project.
Frankie’s Garage: Building a Drift Mobile
November 17, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Drifting from around the world, here’s a look at the UK-side of things. XCar Films interviews driver/owner Phil Morrison of Driftworks Limited.
For more info, go to: XCar Films.
Gatling Nerf Gun
November 14, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Who doesn’t like a gatling firing gun? I’ve already bought a Star-Lord Nerf Blaster for Halloween, now I guess I will add this crazy toy contraption – the Scorpion Gatling Blaster by Dart Zone.
I Want My PopTaters Stormtrooper!
November 14, 2014 by Leave a Comment
From toymaker PPW Toys are the newly released Star Wars-themed Mr. Potato Heads. The 4 figures include R2-D2, Yoda, Darth Vader and Stormtrooper.
Frankie’s Garage: HyperChargers R/C from Jada Toys
November 13, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Building R/C cars is an expensive hobby, so if you want a no frills, no assembly required and ready to play, check out the HyperChargers R/C car line-up from Jada Toys.
Mega Bloks: Call of Duty Hovercraft 6859
November 10, 2014 by 1 Comment
I’m not the most hardcore Call of Duty player, but I do enjoy the Mega Bloks: Call of Duty line of brick toys. This mega-build is a Signature Series sold only exclusively at Toys’R’Us, the Call of Duty Hovercraft 6859.
Frankie’s Garage: ReCap of SEMA 2014
November 10, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The aftermarket of tuning cars and trucks is alive and well. The SEMA 2014 show last week was bigger than ever and if you weren’t there to see some of the hot tuned rides and products, here’s some fun re-cap videos from this past SEMA 2014!
I’d Love to Draw! by Andrew Loomis
November 10, 2014 by Leave a Comment
In my generation, my comic book idols weren’t just the superheroes on the printed pages, but the artists who drew them. And as an amateur wannabe artist, I tried drawing like Jim Lee, Marc Silvestri and Todd McFarlane. As you can see below, I’m not a very good artist.
If you want to learn how to draw, like everybody, you have to learn the basics. One of those legendary art teachers in American history is Andrew Loomis. He published several drawing books in 1930s-1940s that influenced many artists of today. Thanks to Titan Books who have been republishing many of Andrew Loomis’ drawing books like this one, “I’d Love to Draw!”
Hulk Smash Hot Wheels
November 7, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Hey, if you’re a little disappointed with Kevin Feige’s Phase 3 announcements with no Hulk flick with Mark Ruffalo, then you can start smashing things with this Hulk toy set. This is from Mattel (ironic that they make all the DC action figures) – this is the Hot Wheels – Marvel Avengers Assemble Hulk Smash Spin-Out Play Set. Now that was a mouthful, try saying that 3 times aloud.
Mr. Potato Head x Tranformers
November 7, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The world of Mr. Potato Head and Transformers universes collide in this fun and cute toy for kids and adults. This neat set, comes with two Mr. Potato Head figures and Optimus Prime and Grimlock body parts. This is from Playskool’s popular line of Mixable, Mashable Heroes figures.
Battle Ready Pikachu!
November 7, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you’re a Pokemon fan like many of my younger cousins, then this Tomy Battle Ready Pikachu is ready for action. This Pikachu shoots out foam discs with a press of a button and various electronic sounds. The cool thing, it includes 3 AAA batteries.
Frankie’s Garage: Ken Block’s ’65 Mustang
November 6, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you’ve seen the Gymkhana videos on YouTube then you know what’s it all about. Ken Block is getting ready for Gymkhana 7 and will use a custom 1965 Ford Mustang that is AWD V8. The engine is tuned by Roush Yates. And this is the Hoonicorn RTR:
Frankie’s Garage: Tuned 2016 Mazda MX-5 Cup Concept
November 5, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Mazda is showing off its new generation tuned MX-5 at SEMA 2014. This is the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Cup Car Concept which will race globally.
Frankie’s Garage: Tuned RC350 F Sport
November 4, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The upscale Toyota brand Lexus has already introduced the RC 350 F Sport 2-door coupe to the public, and now Lexus itself has shown how they would tuned their own car with this 2015 Project Lexus RC 350 F Sport here at SEMA 2014.
Frankie’s Garage: Skateboarding Tuned Scion xB
November 4, 2014 by Leave a Comment
What an 8-trac player in a Scion? This is one rad looking Scion xB is 1970s inspired conversion van for skaters. The bright orange blimp is a 2015 Scion xB x Riley Hawk Skate Tour built by Scott Kanemura of KMA Productions.
Frankie’s Garage: SEMA 2014 – Hyundai Tuners Tuning It!
November 4, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Oh yeah! SEMA 2014 is on! The biggest aftermarket car show is taking place this week in Las Vegas from November 4th thru November 7th, 2014. From Chicago, tuning outift Blood Type Racing has tuned this Hyundai Genesis Coupe into something crazy and street legal.
Interview with Indie Jrock band Akai Sky
October 31, 2014 by Leave a Comment
This is a Ramen episode flashback to this summer’s Japan Expo (JX) 2014 in San Mateo, CA. The Ramen crew caught with indie Jrock band Akai Sky.
Frank Kozik’s Woot Bear Grand Opening
October 29, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you’re into collecting vinyl art toys, then there’s a new player in town. Located in the Richmond District in San Francisco, is artist Frank Kozik’s new shop Woot Bear. Our Ramen crew caught up with Frank during the opening.
Frankie’s Garage: AUTOart ReRelease – Initial D AE86
October 28, 2014 by Leave a Comment
I’m looking forward to AUTOart’s re-release of the iconic Toyota Trueno AE86 from the popular anime/manga “Initial D” by Shuichi Shigeno. If you’re a diecast car collector then you should also know the name AUTOart. This incredible HK toy company makes super detailed diecast cars, and this 1:18 scale “Fujiwara Tofu Ten” AE86 looks amazing.
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