Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Marking in L.A.: An Interview with François Chastanet — AIGA | the professional association for design

Writing: Latino Gang Graffiti in Los Angeles

Cholo writing is the style of graffiti used by Mexican gangs in Los Angeles. Unlike its bulbous comic counterpart on the East Coast, Cholo has roots in curiously formal calligraphic and black letter traditions.

More....

Marking in L.A.: An Interview with François Chastanet — AIGA | the professional association for design: "Writing: Latino Gang Graffiti in Los Angeles"


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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Facebook: The Art of Grey Matter



If you're on Facebook, become a fan of the new "The Art of Grey Matter" Fan Page! The link is at the bottom of this post.

Help Me, Grey matter, kick off my new adventures as an illustrator and artist, while I leave the design community in my back seat. Graphics and coloring pretty pictures is the life for me - Oh yeah, NEW graffiti coming soon, too!

Until next time.

PEACE

Facebook: The Art of Grey Matter


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La Coka Nostra Feat. B-Real - I'm An American






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Friday, October 16, 2009

Estria's Graffiti, Murals & Art Shows: Tempt One Creates Art with ONLY His Eyes




This story is one of the amazing realities that has come about in our culture of graffiti/hip hop. This person, an amazing human being, known in my world as Tempt One has been through a great deal, but is here to discuss his ailment and his art, which now go hand in hand.

Estria's Graffiti, Murals & Art Shows: Tempt One Creates Art with ONLY His Eyes


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Subway Art: 25th Anniversary Edition



I was really happy to find out one of the instruments, the great Bible of graffiti, Subway Art is having a 25th Anniversary edition released. Check out this video featuring interviews with Martha Cooper and Henry Chalfant, the authors of the book and two names who should stand out to anyone involved in the worldwide graffiti movement.



YouTube - Subway Art: 25th Anniversary Edition


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Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Black Keys coming Black Friday



An album featuring the Black Keys and some of the biggest names in hip-hop will be released Nov. 27 2009 (the so-called “Black Friday” day after Thanksgiving) under the name Blakroc.

The project was spearheaded by rapper Jim Jones and also sports contributions from Mos Def, Q-Tip, RZA, Raekwon, Ludacris, Pharoahe Monch, NOE, Nicole Wray, Billy Danze and the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard.

Soul Assassins


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Independent Hip Hop Artists: MAGNIFICENT RUFFIANS | IndieHipHop.net

Independent Hip Hop Artists: MAGNIFICENT RUFFIANS | IndieHipHop.net


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Friday, October 9, 2009

Jeff Soto | Creative Tempest



This man is a huge influence on me originally as a graffiti artist and now as a successful Inland Empire and beyond, all around talented artist.

Jeff Soto | Creative Tempest


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Thursday, October 8, 2009

Learn 101 Photoshop Tricks in 5 Minutes (Video) | Photoshop Tutorials



For anyone who uses Photoshop, you have to watch this for its 101 tips in 5 minutes and its hilarity!


Learn 101 Photoshop Tricks in 5 Minutes (Video) | Photoshop Tutorials

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

M.O.P. In-Store - Thursday, 10/8/09, 6PM - Underground Hip Hop dot com - Blog



For the Boston Mass heads, this is a great opportunity to catch some real MCs at the UGHH in store performance featuring M.O.P.

Peep the details here:

M.O.P. In-Store - Thursday, 10/8/09, 6PM - Underground Hip Hop dot com - Blog

Here's a video treat, my favorite M.O.P track, "Cold As Ice" on YouTube:




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Sunday, October 4, 2009

Sneak Peeks of new works by NORM… | Upper Playground News

Sneak Peeks of new works by NORM… | Upper Playground News

ESTRIA BATTLE FINALS « THE OFFICIAL DISSIZIT BLOG

ESTRIA BATTLE FINALS « THE OFFICIAL DISSIZIT BLOG


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Venice Skate Park - Now Open!

Will there be graff there? Not like today, but like back in the day. I haven't been to Venice in a while, but I used to be there nearly every weekend and I lived 60 miles away! Skate or Die!

Soul Assassins


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A Spray of History in Cyberspace « WHATYOUWRITE.COM



This is a reprint of an article about graffiti and it's transition to the internet, circa 1999...Enjoy!

A Spray of History in Cyberspace « WHATYOUWRITE.COM


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Saturday, October 3, 2009

SPECIAL FX - Bates - 12ozProphet.com

SPECIAL FX - Bates - 12ozProphet.com: "Special fx aka Thomas Herodt with the bandana!
together with Storm at Freestyle viva tv"


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Friday, October 2, 2009

Del The Funky Homosapien & Tame 1- Flashback

Check out the first video from the up and coming Del & Tame 1 album, "Parallel Uni-Verses" with graffiti by big time MC, graff writer & pro-skater, Bukue One!



YouTube - Del The Funky Homosapien & Tame 1- Flashback


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Judge tags ‘Utah’ graffiti woman with six months « WHATYOUWRITE.COM



Sucks about the jail time, but this girl is definitely down as fuck. I checked out some of her graff and shes basically a bomber - WHICH I TOTALLY RESPECT! She goes on a Euro tour and when she gets back, BAM!, busted on some graff charges. Read the story and spread the fame. For doing time on a graff bid, you gotta get some fame. So blast this!

Judge tags ‘Utah’ graffiti woman with six months « WHATYOUWRITE.COM


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MR.MAGIC WILL LIVE FOREVER « THE OFFICIAL DISSIZIT BLOG

REST IN POWER MR. MAGIC

MR.MAGIC WILL LIVE FOREVER « THE OFFICIAL DISSIZIT BLOG


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Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Flickr: The Japan Dark Empire Pool

This boy right here is one of the greatest, most dedicated graffiti writers alive on the West Coast today and a friend who I respect very much. Enjoy.

Flickr: The Japan Dark Empire Pool


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Friday, September 25, 2009

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

YouTube - Cheech and Chong talk about the Smokeout!




Cheech & Chong talk about the "Smokeout" in San Bernardino on YouTube!!!

YouTube - Cheech and Chong talk about the Smokeout!


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ChinoXL - Nahh | Hip Hop Songs > HipHopDX.com




New Chino XL track "Nahh", exclusive from the man himself: @chinoxl

ChinoXL - Nahh | Hip Hop Songs > HipHopDX.com


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Tuesday, September 22, 2009

DF crew



This is really dope graffiti crew from the East Coast, I believe. Check out East, Dalek and T-Dee especially; my favorites from this talented group of writers and artists.

DF crew


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Plan B Del LTD Black Deck 8 x 31.75 at Skate Warehouse




Get the NEW LIMITED ED. Heiro/Del skate decks from Plan B! SkateWarehouse.com

Plan B Del LTD Black Deck 8 x 31.75 at Skate Warehouse


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Monday, September 21, 2009

The Hip-Hop Chess Federation Blog



I came across this blog just by browsing around for some Hip-Hop news. It's amazing in that it combines Hip-Hop, chess and martial arts into a blog and spreads positive vibes by showing the fusion in these aspects of life. To me Hip-Hop, chess and martial arts are needs for the youth. Yup, I was in chess club in junior high, what?!?


The Hip-Hop Chess Federation Blog


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Graffiti videos from Spain and Australia...Some real nice burners here



Here are some graffiti videos just sent to me, hope you enjoy.

First is Style Fighters 2: Spain 2009



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Second is "Melbourne Graffiti at its Gritty, Grimy and Stupendous Best! Directed By: Rock The Boat Produced by: INFX Music By: Evil Nine"




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Sean Wan featuring Chino XL "Sumthin They Can Feel"



This track is sick! Listen at the link or download for free.

Originally received by @chinoxl on Twitter!

"Sumthin They Can Feel"

PEACE!


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Dood Computer & Stir Crazy feat. Dez

This is one BAD ASS track. My moms name is Rachel though, so - Go figure =\




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Sunday, September 20, 2009

Soul Assassins

I thought this was pretty tight, DJ Solo of Soul Assassins does his first tattoo ever - ON HIMSELF! If you love tattoos, Soul Assassins, Black Flag or self mutilation videos, check this out!

Soul Assassins


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BallerStatus.com » Horrorcore Rapper Charged With Murder Of Virigina Pastor — Other Murder Charges Expected

BallerStatus.com » Horrorcore Rapper Charged With Murder Of Virigina Pastor — Other Murder Charges Expected


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RYME clothing: Zazzle.com Store

Check out the new RYMEdesign | RYMEclothing online shop with art from Grey Matter featured as merchandise you can buy, wear, show off to friends and family members!

RYME clothing: Home: Zazzle.com Store




Check out the new RYMEdesign | RYMEclothing online shop with art from Grey Matter featured as merchandise you can buy, wear, show off to friends and family members!

RYME clothing: Home: Zazzle.com Store


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Del the Funky Homosapien and Bukue One @ 28th & B Skate Park, Sacramento


Del the Funky Homosapien and Bukue One @ 28th & B Skate Park, Sacramento, CA

September 26th, 2009 12pm-4pm

Featuring Chase Moore, Cawzlos, Verbalistic




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Saturday, September 19, 2009

Saturday, August 22, 2009

Another Sactown art walk-or-A continuation of this weeks Art walks!

Another Sactown art walk-or-A continuation of this weeks Art walks! from Grey Matter on Vimeo.



I really enjoy taking these walks. I go out with my camera and just shoot the craziest, coolest and sometimes scariest things I see out and around town. I do not get too far, because I like the quality that comes out of Midtown. My favorite Sacramento area. So, I will also be shooting some skaters and creating actual skate videos instead of just slideshows...but I love slideshows with music, so those will keep coming. Music="Protagonist" off of FELT 3; FELT=Slug & Murs. PEACE

Thursday, August 20, 2009

Midtown Sacramento Art & Graffiti photo walk

Midtown Sacramento Art & Graffiti 8-19-09 from Grey Matter on Vimeo.






My room mate and I took a walk through Midtown Sacramento and captured the murals, street art, graff, stickers and tags of the area. Check it out! Music courtesy of Sweden via Promoe of Loop Troop, These Walls Dont Lie.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Sunday, June 7, 2009

Sunday, May 17, 2009

Demand Education art show in San Francisco w/ Del & Bukue

Demand Education is an art show featuring and dedicated to the DE crew from the United States. Although based in Southern California, this graffiti crew has provided traditional street bombing, piecing, freights with a touch of mural, graphics and urban Design Elements throughout Chicago, Hawaii, the Bay area and more. Artists representing the crew have traveled the world over, with trips to Italy, Amsterdam, El Salvador, Mexico, Taiwan, and the Philippines.

With performances from Del the Funky Homosapien and BukueOne (whattup Bukue!) as well as the Colton/Riverside crew of The Do-Gooders, this show definitely has its benefits. Peep it June 5th 2009 in San Francisco at Culture Skate shop!

Click post title to see entire flier!

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Thursday, May 7, 2009

3-Day Hip-Hop Awareness Festival - Sacramento


THIS IS A RE-POST FOR UBO MAGAZINE

Hip-Hop Congress, Sacramento, CA, Community Chapter to Formally Introduce Themselves to the Community as a Whole With a Three-Day Hip-Hop Awareness Festival, Including a Music Business Panel, DJ and B-Boy/B-Girl Battles, Live Music and Art Performances and so much more.

Sacramento, CA, March 27, 2009 – Hip-Hop Congress, a national and world-wide collective of young people dedicated to preserving, growing and uplifting local hip-hop communities through non-profit efforts brings forth Sacramento’s Community Chapter with a worthwhile three-day festival, starting May 22 with the help of the three co-chairs, Aman ‘Wyzdom’ Smith, Vanessa ‘Lady Vex’ Amaro and Wes Kuruhara.

The project will take a lot of effort as several people will be involved. At this time, the Sacramento Chapter is looking for emcees, DJs, B-Boys and B-Girls as well as spoken word artists and freestylists, artists and independent businesses to participate in this community educational effort.

This three-day event will allow artists, dancers and businesses publicity as the Sacramento Chapter will be marketing this event via radio, TV, publications as well as a strong online presence and street marketing.

Day one will begin with a key-note speaker followed by performances by DJs, spoken word artists and hip-hop dancers from several crews including Floor Raskals [Zulu Nation, affiliated with Hip-Hop Congress]. Artists such as Mic Jordan, Verbal Venom, Cawzlos and Chase, Tribe of Levi, MLS, 241, Skurge, Bueno and more will perform on stage. The second day will begin with a DJ presentation followed by a music business awareness panel ran by Aman Smith and Eric Chun, a professional in creative music services and cultural showcase. The third day will have an open-mic, gritty ciphers as well as booth set-ups for local businesses associated with hip-hop culture.

For additional information on Hip-Hop Congress, Sacramento, CA Community Chapter’s Hip-Hop Awareness Festival and how you can contribute, cover the festival and even sponsor this event; including having your banner, booth and product at this event, please contact Aman ‘Wyzdom’ Smith at (916) 548-8890 or focusdaylee@gmail.com. Media Kits are available via EPK or hardcopy.


CONTACT:
Aaris A. Schroeder
UBO Public Relation Services / HIP-HOP CONGRESS
(916) 548-8391
ubomag@gmail.com
http://www.hiphopcongress.com/category/chapters/sacramento-community/
Hip-Hop Congress, Sacramento, CA Chapter First Annual Hip-Hop Awareness Festival

ABOUT UBO PUBLIC RELATION SERVICES – UBO Promotes underground, unsigned and independent artists through media. For more information about UBO Magazine, P.R. or Promotions, contact Founder and Editor-In-Chief Aaris A. Schroeder at ubomag@gmail.com or (916) 548-8391.

Monday, January 19, 2009

About RYME and Grey Matter

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Grey Matter (aka Ruben Young) is an anthropologist, activist, artist, MC & blogger working as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator. Originally from the Inland Empire, CA. Currently living and working in Sacramento, CA.