Our team works hard to share all of the content we create with our readers. It takes time and effort being able to present quality over quantity time and time again. We know how the grind goes and we don’t take it lightly. When we get contacted by other notable people and groups who ask us to share some of their content with our readers we make sure that it’s either A) at our same standards of work or B) of something worthy enough to share with you, our readers.
This time around we’re spreading the word on some great things including a coat and can charity drive c/o ALIFE Vancouver, a video contest from the SHAOLIN JAZZ creators, a preview video from MMVIII for their new line up of hoodies and crewneck sweaters and a heads up for some new kids on the block who run an online shop called ABCDenim. Much thanks goes out to each of these individuals and groups for sharing their content with us and in turn being able to share with everyone else.
If you have a project that you think would interest our readers, feel free to send it our way so we can spread some computer love.
Full details on the next page:
1. ALIFE Coat & Can Charity Drive
From November 21st to December 23, 2011 Vancouver based chapter of New York street-wear giant ALIFE is headlining their ‘Coat & Can Charity Drive’. As we all know how cold the winter season can get, we don’t really know how hard it is for the less fortunate in these conditions. I’m sure that we can all agree that we have some coats hiding in our closets that won’t ever see the light of day anytime soon. Why not help someone out by donating an old coat and in turn feel good about yourself.
Details on the ALIFE coat & can charity drive:
Partnering with the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society to help families in need during the upcoming holiday season, ALIFE will provide a 30% discount to any item(s) in the store for a per person donation of 1 coat and 2 non-perishable food items. At the end of the 6 week charity drive all donated coats will be distributed amongst all the Vancouver Salvation Army locations.
Donated coats are asked to be in fair usable condition and suggested non-perishable food items include:
• Canned Fish & Meat
• Canned hearty soups & stews
• Dry whole wheat pasta and rice
• Canned fruit and vegetables
• Macaroni and cheese
• Baby food and formula
• Baby diapers (larger sizes)
• Canned Beans
• Cereal
• Peanut butter
• Pasta sauceFounded in 1999 ALIFE is a New York based multi-tasking, multi-faceted lifestyle driven company. It is the operation behind ALIFE RIVINGTON CLUB or A.R.C, widely recognized by consumers, press and industry as the world’s premiere sneaker boutique. ALIFE’s brand goods are sold in top specialty boutiques and department stores in the US, Europe and Asia, as well as 3 Flagship locations in New York, Vancouver and Japan.
“The source of art is in the life of a people” – ALIFE
2. The SHAOLIN JAZZ Video Contest
Ever wonder what some OG rap would sound like over some classic jazz gems? Well, wonder no longer as the duo of Gerald Watson and DJ 2-Tone Jones have done just that in a project known as Shaolin Jazz – The 37th Chamber. The two have managed to marry classic Wu-Tang Clan and Wu associated selections with some dope jazz songs and breaks. With Gerald Watson being the brain child and DJ 2-Tone as the crafter and producer they’ve managed to put together a real amazing project for the ‘heads.
After a solid release and positive feedback, they’ve decided to engage the fans with their project by creating a video contest. The contest serves as a platform for their fans to visually interact with the project.
Details on the contest:
The SHAOLIN JAZZ – Video Contest (an extension of the notable SHAOLIN JAZZ – The 37th Chamber music project) is a month long competition (Monday November 14th – Wednesday December 14th), whereby participants can submit videos they create for a SHAOLIN JAZZ track of their choosing. The winner, who will be announced Wednesday January 4, 2012, will receive footwear and apparel from LACOSTE, The Scifen Company, and UNDEFEATED.
Rules/Guidelines:
• Videographers can submit up to two (2) videos only
• A production company can only participate as one videographer – submitting only two (2) videos
• Duration – dependent on song(s) chosen
• Videographers upload submission(s) to their youtube, vimeo, or other video sharing platforms
• Submit links to art_vs_commerce@yahoo.com
• Deadline for submitting work is Wednesday December 14th
• A Winner will be announced Wednesday January 4thGeneral information: HERE
Entries will be judged on the following criteria; originality and creativity, relativity to the concept of the song chosen, and the connectivity to the theme of SHAOLIN JAZZ.
Eligibility: This competition is open to everyone worldwide.
Prize: The winner will receive product from LACOSTE, UNDEFEATED, and, Scifen.
Background Info: SHAOLIN JAZZ
Questions: art_vs_commerce@yahoo.com
3. MMVIII “THUNDERBIRD” Video
A preview video for MMVIII‘s new collection of hoodies and crewnecks was passed over to us by the owner himself, Shun Kinoshita. Not only is the man a BC native, but the core values that he presents through his line is something that we always strive for. One thing that is evident in his ventures is that he continues to push for excellence and that is something we respect.
Have a look at the new products and purchase online here.
4. ABCDenim Online Shop
The new kids on the online shop block are here and they’re here to stay. Since opening shop just earlier this month it is evident that they know more than a thing or two about denim and quality. Judging solely by the constant flow of questions they get from internet surfers looking for style answers, I would say that they truly have a passion for style, quality, and of course fine denim. Hit them up on their blog or view their fresh online shop and maybe find a few things of interest that you never knew even existed. Our hats go off to the young crew for following their hearts and for spreading their style info on the net. Keep up the great work boys!
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