Arrested Development is back with season 4 exclusively on Netflix on May 26, 2013.
Pharrell x McNairy = BBC Black
May 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Launching this Fall 2013 is the BBC Black line of apparel by Pharrell and Mark McNairy. The theme is all black and military inspired and GQ gets a first look and interview.
Abstract People Paintings in Real Life
May 13, 2013 by 1 Comment
Here’s a question – what if you take famous abstract paintings and envision these people as real life and what would it look like? Artist Flora Borsi (FloBo) does just that.
Frankie’s Garage: 4 Generations of the BMW M3
May 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Motor Trend’s Ignition show takes a look at all 4 generations of the iconic BMW M3 sports coupe from the E30, E36, E46 and E92 models.
MC Frontalot – “I’ll Form The Head”
May 13, 2013 by 1 Comment
My nerdcore hip-hop tune for the week – MC Frontalot with “I’ll Form The Head” featuring Dr Awkward and ZeaLouS1. A cool tribute to the iconic ’80s Voltron Lions cartoon.
Frankie’s Garage: The Fastest Sooby around the ‘Ring
May 13, 2013 by 2 Comments
This is one lean mean Subaru Impreza and it’s challenge is to be the fastest Sooby around Germany’s iconic track – the Nürburgring. This Impreza features a 2-door conversion, aggressive looking aero parts, and over 500 horses built by UK aftermarket company Revolution.
Adidas Unite All Originals – Snoop Dogg & 2NE1
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Adidas has been rocking a solid PR campaign with “Unite All Originals” line-up of kicks and apparel wear.
A couple of weeks back, Adidas sponsored a concert featuring rapper Snoop Dogg and Kpop power girl group 2NE1 who are known to rock Adidas Originals x Jeremy Scott sneakers and clothing.
Adventure Time Monopoly Board Game!
May 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Are you are fan of Cartoon Network’s Adventure Time and the board game Monopoly? Now you can put the two together and play Adventure Time Monopoly Collector’s Edition by USAopoly, Cartoon Network and Hasbro.
Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
May 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Well, after months of fanboy speculation and rumors, Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is a reality. ABC network has picked up the series and here’s the teaser trailer:
‘Nuff said!
Frankie’s Garage: Lamborghini Egoista
May 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment
This maybe the priciest one-seat exotic supercar in history. Lamborghini celebrates its 50th anniversary with this one-off concept that features a 5.2L V10 pumping out 600 horses.
Sailor Moon Makeover Art
May 12, 2013 by 4 Comments
All time manga and anime favorite Sailor Moon returns for it’s 20th anniversary this year. Naoko Takeuchi & Kodansha Comics have announced the simultaneous worldwide release this Summer 2013 and Momorio Clover Z will provide the theme song. In light of the celebration, here’s some cool Sailor Moon makeovers by artist Abraham Cruz.
Street Fighter Stop-Motion Fun
May 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment
This Street Fighter-inspired stop-motion animation short “Maker vs Marker” is by Jonny Lawrence and music by Brian Sadler.
Blocumentary with Brian Flynn
May 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment
He’s a designer, artist and collector – he’s Brian Flynn of Hybrid Design and Super 7. In this short docu, Flynn talks about how he got into collecting Japanese monster toys, LEGOs and his inspirations from just designing.
3D Musical Mapping of Tokyo Rocks
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Adidas: Live Your Style
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This is Adidas NEO line’s Spring/Summer 2013 Lookbook. Colorful active wear with style.
Jake Shimabukuro – Life on Four Strings
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A couple of members on our Retrenders team loves playing the ukulele all day all the time and especially our host Eddie for Ramen & a Half. I bet you he will DVR this new documentary showing on PBS about ukulele maestro Jake Shimabukuro. Filmmaker Tad Nakamura took 3 years filming Jake on his ukulele journey.
Arnold Palmer Drinks & Doodles
May 9, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Who doesn’t like Arizona’s Arnold Palmer canned ice teas? I’ve been drinking their various Arnold Palmer ice teas, the Half & Half Lite, Zero Calories, and the regular version for a couple of years. And it’s super refreshing on a hot day, but I digress, here’s a guy that really likes his Arnold Palmers!
Batmobile Diecast Cars with Magazine
May 8, 2013 by 1 Comment
Detective Comics #400 Batmobile
So there’s no Batman flick this summer, but these cool Batmobiles can hold you over until the next film. All the die-cast Batmobile cars are in the 1:43 scale with scenic backdrop and case. And each comes with a 12-page magazine on details of the specific Batmobile.
Buy it @ Entertainment Earth – Detective Comics #400 Batmobile.
LEGO Lord of the Rings Diorama
May 8, 2013 by 1 Comment
This looks amazing!
A lot of LEGO mini-figures were used for this Lord of the Rings diorama of Helm’s Deep scene. It must be over 1,000 LEGO mini-figs and thousands of LEGO pieces and it’s only 90% complete! Created by LEGO builders Rich-J and Big K and photos by Goel Kim.
Frankie’s Garage: JDM Inspiration
May 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
This is one insane Mad Max-style Nissan Silvia. The car was dreamed up by Sataomi Nakawatase with a tribute to Japanese robots, military tanks, old factory walls and California license plates. The Silvia is fitted with a Greddy turbo, Stance Japan suspension and Mickey Thompson wheels.
Amazing Coffee Art!
May 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Making drinking coffee an art form by 26 year-old Japanese artist Kazuki Yamamoto. He really puts his heart into making incredible 3D-like art from espresso and milky foam.
Frankie’s Garage: LEGO Toyota 4A-GE Engine
May 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
One of the most iconic engines in automobile history is the Toyota 4A-GE developed by Yamaha and was the heart of the Sprinter Trueno AE-86. LEGO builder Solde1 has built a really neat LEGO replica of the engine.
JAM HOME MADE x Porter Bag Collection
May 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Japanese accessory and jewelry maker JAM HOME MADE has teamed up with one of the leaders in bag making in the Japan fashion scene – Porter. This collection features 4 stylish bags – the Porter 3Way Clutch Bag, the Porter Mobile Case, the Porter Body Bag and the Porter Back Pack and they come with two color choices – all black or black/navy colors.
LEGO Breaking Bad Video Game
May 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
For fans of Breaking Bad, the LEGO video game version. Very funny.
Sculpting Fake Cakes
May 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Spoke Art gallery in San Francisco is showcasing the latest works “Guns & Ecstasy” by Bay Area sculptor and painter Scott Hove. He’s known for making fake cakes from cake making tools. “Guns & Ecstasy features 12 cake inspired assault weapons. The exhibition runs through May 25, 2013 @ Spoke Art located on 816 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109.
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