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Project Show July 2009 - Invite #2

Project Show July 2009 - Invite

Visit http://www.projectshow.com/ for more info.

LM SUMMER 2009 - In Stores Now!!!

LIVE MECHANICS FALL 2009 "Well Established" Fashion Show Montego Bay, Jamaica

"Well Established" Fashion Show Montego Bay, Jamaica from LIVE MECHANICS on Vimeo.

DAMIAN MARLEY & NAS - presents DISTANT RELATIVES

Distant Relatives - Trailer

Peep Damian Marley wearing the LM "No Boast" Jacket throughout the trailer.

JAH!!

BIG UPs - Michael Jackson (1958-2009)

We at Live Mechanics would like to extend our dearest condolences to the Jackson Family. A true legend, Michael Jackson was not only a pioneer in the world of music, but he paved the way for many to step foot into an industry where most were shunned.

In an effort to show our love and appreciation for his contribution to history and music, we would like to dedicate the Rally Jacket as Live Mechanic's token of gratitude to the King of Pop. He's made a staple in the lives of many, and we want his glory to continue to reign within our brand.

One Love.

WHO'S LIVE? - LUDACRIS in LM "DUAL FORCE" Jacket

See Luda below rocking the Dual Force jacket at his last photo shoot.

Deuces up. A's down.

DEL performing LIVE in LA June 13th + Free EP Download Link

Friday June 12th, 2009

Del The Funky Homosapien LIVE in Concert.

House of Blues on the Sunset Strip
Price: $17.50 - $20.00 | Ages: 18+
Doors: 8pm

House of Blues Sunset Strip
8430 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323) 848-5100

Click link below to download the FUNK MAN album for free.

http://delthefunkyhomosapien.bandcamp.com/

Exclusive Download: Fresh Daily “Tomorrow is Today” Mixtape

Tomorrow is Today is the latest mixtape release from Brooklyn bred emcee Fresh Daily. During a time when our airwaves are flooded with auto-tuned voices and what I refer to as “chant raps” Fresh Daily is truly a breath of fresh air. Any hip hop fan will appreciate Fresh’s clever word play and creative delivery. But let’s be honest what good are lyrics if the beats are stale, not the case here. I am very picky with beat production but was thoroughly impressed with what I heard on this mixtape. Standout tracks for me are “Starz”, “Apollo 13”, “Jump” and “Say You Won’t” which is a remix of Kanye West’s “Say You Will”. Download, take a listen and let me know what you think.

>> DOWNLOAD THE MIXTAPE<<

LM SIGHTING - ALL COAST JACKET - SWIZZ BEATZ

Caught Swizz Beatz on Melrose in LA, and guess what he was wearing, the Live Mechanics "All Coast" nylon jkt.

LM SIGHTING @ THE 57TH ANNUAL BMI POP AWARDS

Steph Jones was seen out with his girlfriend Jordan Sparks, rocking the Live Mechanics "Laurel Cardigan". You can purchase this cardigan at the LM online shop.

WHO'S LIVE? NOAH performs for KEEP a CHILD ALIVE! on American Idol

Check out footage below of NOAH from Rwonda, Africa performing LIVE on American Idol,

while wearing Live Mechanics Boys Victors Only Leather Hoodie.

NOAH'S STORY from keepachildalive on Vimeo.

Charity work @ Yahoo! Video

Noah is one of the millions of HIV-positive children worldwide, but his story is one of a kind. In June of 2008, Noah had no idea his life was about to change. Leigh Blake, who, with Alicia Keys, co-founded Keep A Child Alive (KCA), one of the most influential HIV/AIDS fundraising organizations, had traveled to Kigali, Rwanda to visit one of the many clinics KCA supports. After her work was done at the clinic, Leigh paid visits to a few patients' homes, one of which turned out to be Noah's. At the time Noah was surviving on one bowl of porridge a day. But despite his emaciated frame, Leigh saw something vibrant in his eyes so she asked him what his biggest dream in life was. "I want to record an album of my music," he told her. Leigh, a veteran of the music industry, was intrigued and asked if he would perform.

Here he was in the slums of Kigali dreaming such an enormous dream," Leigh recalls. "He was someone with so little access to popular culture, really almost none at all. But as soon as he started rapping, I saw he had it-the talent and the intensity to be a star- and I knew I had to find a way make his dream come true." Noah first became interested in rap music when he was 8-years-old and heard a classmate rapping in French. He remembers asking himself why he couldn't do it too and decided to teach himself. While he didn't have a radio, CD player or any other way to access or record his music, he says he kept the music in his head, thinking about it constantly.

At that first meeting, Leigh invited Noah to perform at Keep A Child Alive's Annual Fundraiser, The Black Ball in New York City, an a-list gala, and he accepted enthusiastically, though probably didn't believe her. Â Leigh kept her word and three months later he was on his way.

When Noah arrived in the US, he went straight to producer Swizz Beatz's recording studio where he had his first taste of recording. Then, he met Alicia Keys, KCA's co-founder, and one of Noah's favorite artists. "Here I was in America, where anything is possible," he recalls. Finally, Noah performed his rap "Brothers" at the Black Ball. The audience, including Alicia Keys, Bono, Padma Lakshmi, Tyra Banks, Queen Latifah erupted. "The whole thing was like a dream," Noah remembers.

Perhaps most importantly, American Idol's creator, Simon Fuller, was also at the Black Ball and was so impressed by Noah that he dedicated himself to making his dream come true. Noah returned to Rwanda, bringing back an iPod and other gifts that he shared with his friends. Most importantly, he brought back hope to a place where it is desperately needed. "My Grandmother wants me to live in America now but says never to forget about her, and to send money back," he says. Today through his music and his appearance on American Idol, Noah has the power to transform not only his life and the lives of his family, but the futures of millions of people with HIV. Thanks to the life-saving medication and care provided by KCA with the support of American Idol's audience, he can prove that HIV is not a death sentence for the millions of children infected by the disease, and that dreams really do come true.

Watch this important video to see how you can help Keep A Child Alive.

You can help by purchasing the charity single on iTunes.

All proceeds go to Keep A Child Alive. Find out more at Keep A Child Alive.

Source: American Idol

WHO'S LIVE? - Pro Skater ANTHONY MOSELY

Anthony does a FINESSE BOARDS sneak peak come back video for his fans. More footy coming soon.

EatSkeet Mondayz! Dom Kennedy performing LIVE!!!!

LM 09 SUMMER CARGO SHORTS & BUTTON UPS: Releasing May 15th

See artist Steph Jones in the KINGSTON 12 WOVEN & PROVISION SHORT. Summer items will be in stores near you and on the LM web store.

Rail Rollin Woven

Belief Short

Kingston 12 Woven

Provision Short

THE LIVEST MUSIC: K'naan - "You Can't Buy This" (Mixed by K-Salaam & Beatnick)

Shouts out to K'naan for coming with something different. Expect to hear more collaborations with him alongside the hottest new production team in the game: Beatnick & K-Salaam. Just so you know, K-Salaam & Beatnick did not produce or "remix" any of the songs on this mixtape. They just blended and mixed together a bunch of unreleased tracks that K'naan gave to them. The end result is a dope blend-tape from a very talented new artist who does not sound like anybody else. The mixtape also features collaborations with K'naan alongside artists such as: Mos Def, Nelly Furtado, and much more...
Click HERE for this free download.

"You Can't Buy This" comes as a bonus CD with K'naan's new album - "Troubadour," but only in select stores.
Speaking of which, make sure to pick up K'naan's new album "Troubadour." In stores now.
K'naan - "You Can't Buy This" (Mixed by K-Salaam & Beatnick)

Remembering Ernie Barnes

Maybe best known for his Marvin Gaye artwork for I Want You, collaborations with Bill Withers and sketching out the character JJ Walker in Good Times, Ernie Barnes was a great American painter. Ernie was also official artist of the 1984 Olympics in L.A. he created powerful portraits of agility, strength and the emotional costs of fierce competition.

DTF PERFORMING LIVE - HOLLYWOOD, CA

Our very own, DJ DAN OH from Dim Mak records will be spinning tonight. Guaranteed dope show. See you there.

WHO'S LIVE? - SWIZZ BEATZ the Artist/Monster

Swizz Beatz is not only a master producer and hip hop ICON, he's also creates ill portraits like the one below.

Swizz rocking a live show in Philly while rocking a Live Mechanics Victors Only Leather.

The WisdomTree

The Wisdom Tree, designed by Jordi Mila is for people who see books as a source of knowledge and emotions and not simply as decorative objects. Its fluid and organic shape is inspired by growth of a plant. The books that represent the fruit of knowledge are supported by pieces covered in leather. You can see more of the Jordi Mila exotic furniture collection at the ICFF New York show on May 16-19. The 21st annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair this May will convert New York City's Jacob K. Javits Conventional Center into a world wide wonder for design disciples.

FIRST LOOK AT THE MARTIN LUTHER KING MEMORIAL IN WASHINGTON DC

Lei Yixin at work carving MLK and the “Stone of Hope”…
Forty-six years after he gave his famous “I Have a Dream Speech” in Washington on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. is set to finally be immortalized with his own colossal sculpture, titled “The Stone of Hope” in the nation’s capitol. The three-piece monument depicts the civil rights leader stading, arms crossed, before a large and imposing mountain representing the leader’s hard-fought struggle. With the historic inauguration of Barack Obama coming a day after what would have been King’s 80th birthday today, the amount needed to construct the memorial has almost been reached. So far, a reported $100 million of the project’s estimated $120 million construction cost has been raised through donations to the privately financed Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation. Scheduled for completion by year’s end, The MLK memorial will be built on a four-acre corner of the National Mall, on the banks of the Potomac River between the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials. The image of King is being realized by Chinese master sculptor LEI YIXIN who won a design competition to create the artwork. The decision has not come without controversy, however. Allowing a Chinese artist to helm the project was criticized as being out of step with King’s teachings given that country’s human rights abuses, while the image of King proposed by Yixin itself, drew the ire of The U.S. Commission on Fine Arts earlier this year. According to the group, the image of the civil rights leader shown standing with his arms crossed was too “confrontational,” and the general style of the planned 28-foot granite statue “recalls a genre of political sculpture that has recently been pulled down in other countries.” Luckily, both sides have since reconciled and King’s nephew Isaac Newton Farris Jr., president and chief executive officer of the King Center in Atlanta and nephew of the civil rights leader, has declared that the design correctly depicts his legacy: “My uncle was a strong and confrontational figure, his confrontation helped us to complete what the original founders intended when this country was formed, by confronting our problems with race in this nation. For them to say the statue looks too confrontational and too strong is the opposite of what his legacy was about.” HAVE A LOOK:

Source: http://www.mlkmemorial.org/

Fall 09 - Sneak Peek - Cardigans featuring artist Steph Jones

In this post, we're giving you a sneak peak at the fall 09 collection dropping in Mid June. The guy wearing the LM gear in this post is a song writer/all around artist who goes by the name Steph Jones. Peep out some of his music @ http://www.stephjonesgalaxy.com/

Afrika Bambaata Joins Red Bull Music Academy In Washington, DC

Some of our Washington, DC FDL will be getting down at the below event Thursday. If you’re in the DC area, check it out. The Redbull music academy is a unique opportunity for budding producers, musicians and DJs to win a trip to another country (they do it in a different one every year), where they can learn from well respected professional producers and djs through workshops that are set up. Applicants are judged based on their application and a sample of their work. Past lecturers have included A-trak, Questlove, Bob Power, Arto Lindsay, King Britt, Bernard Purdie and more. Click the links below to get down.

http://www.pookiesgallery.com/bamrsvpfill.htm

http://www.pookiesgallery.com/bamparty.htm

LM AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT - FRANKIE NICOLE

SYNOPSIS
Scratches is a page-turner and a fictional book for ALL - young, old, male, female, rich, or poor. The storyline is a series of interesting and dramatic episodes that are real to everyday people. Charlie, the protagonist, unexpectedly befriends the characters, which are woven throughout the book, to help them deal with their emotional scars of a failed professional sports career, abandonment, incest, cheating, job termination and so much more.  The inspiring message is to help you understand your purpose and empower others to have healthier lives by overcoming pain or "scratches" that occur in life. We do this by forgiving others, loving unconditionally, becoming responsible, facing adversity, learning life lessons, and understanding that "this too shall pass".
 
Buy this book now by clicking the link below.
http://www.frankienicole.com/

DJ E-V & DATNEWCUDI.COM: DAT KID FROM CLEVELAND

Cleveland, Ohio representative Kid Cudi was rockin the Spring 09 "ALL COAST" nylon jacket for his most recent press shoot.

This mixtape is a collaboration between Dj E-V and Datnewcudi.com. They created this tape to provide everyone with a great collection of Cudi's latest work and features. The mixtape contains 19 songs along with a bonus included in the digital download. One of the songs you'll hear is an exclusive new song by Kid Cudi called "Daps and Pounds". Big shouts to DJ E-V for putting in all the work in to mix and prepare this mixtape. Check out LeakJones.com for the download as well.

Click HERE for mix tape download.

Terry Kennedy Supra feature

Above you see Terry rocking the classic LM Victors Only leather. And below, is an official preview of Terry's new shoe due out this coming May which is with known skate shoe company SUPRA. Keeping with the strong popularity of the high-top sneaker, the TK model is no different as it goes further then the famed Skytop with a higher cut shoe. The relatively slim toebox takes on a chunkier shape past the ankle and culminates with a double strap design at the top. Stay tuned for more details and colorway looks.

VOTE FOR THE MIGHTY!!!

KIIS - FM's Wango Tango Breakout Star competition is on! To Vote, please text the phrase "Breakout The Mighty!" to 41027 or
vote online at www.kiisfm.com/pages/breakoutstar
Vote Daily!!!
Check out www.wethemighty.com for more info.

WHO'S LIVE? - JUELZ SANTANA

Juelz rocking the spring 09 Elite Leather jacket.

Thank God I’m Famous! LA Recap

Thank God I'm Famous! LA x Raekwon x Bobby Brown from The Famous Firm on Vimeo.

Thank God I’m Famous! LA x Raekwon x Bobby Brown from The Famous Firm on Vimeo.
Show was a success! Shout out to Raekwon x Alchemist x Rich Hil & Electric Limo Land + Bonic x Bobby Brown x Casey Veggies x Skeme x B-Real x Hope x Insomniaks x Evidence x Large Professor x Warren G x Josh of The Famous Firm x Diarm of The Famous Firm x Tamakia of The Famous Firm x Miss Info x Nah Right x The Smoking Section x Tyga x Candy x LOS ANGELES FOR COMING OUT TO SUPPORT!!!!!!

Here’s some photos, all courtesy of Todd Westphal of I Shoot America. He did an amazing job! Will be uploading photos all weekend

Post Via: THANK GOD I'M FAMOUS

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WHO'S LIVE? - REAKWON THE CHEF

We caught the Chef Raekwon in the "FIRST PICK HOODY" behind the scenes at his WU OOH video shoot. The "FIRST PICK HOODY is available at DARK-N-COLD in London, UK and Fresh Apparel in Hillsdale San Jose, CA and HAUTE Boutique in Chicago, Il.

Check out Rae on a couple of new track spitting a little OB4CL2 interlude for his borough one time, Staten Island. And also peep out the new single WU OOH which will have a video to follow shortly. And also buy your tickets now for the Raekwon & Alchemist show, taking place on April 8th in Los Angeles, CA at the Key Club. Buy tickets now by clicking HERE. Only Built 4 Cuban Links 2 coming soon.

Raekwon ft. Ghostface Killah Method Man - WU OOH

Raekwon - Staten We Go Hard

WHO'S LIVE? - DJ Val Da Vandle

Val Da Vandle is a local Los Angeles Dj that has a monthly hip hop showcase called The Spliff. The the shots below, Val is rocking the Gideon Crewneck and in the other shot, he's rocking the Victors Only jacket. Items will be available on the LM online store in a few days. To check out what's good The Spliff movement, click here.

WHO'S LIVE? - JAVIER NUNEZ: BEST TRICK TAMPA PRO 09

Congratulations to Veteran NYC skater and Shut rider Javier Nunez, who took the Tampa Pro Best Trick title last weekend. Check out this video of his $3000 nollie half Cab heelflip to switch five-0. You may remember Javier from his part in the movie Kids, or seen tearing up the streets the world over. Check out all the results of the Tampa Pro-Am click here

SOURCE: DANTE ROSS

WHO'S LIVE - PEANUT BUTTER WOLF & BLACK MILK & GUILTY

Mega DJ, Peanut Butter Wolf rocking the classic "HYPE BUSTER" Tee & ill producer, Black Milk rocking the "CREST TEE" in the video below. Our peeps, the CALI KINGS in Silver Lake, CA had a record Pool meeting for Guilty Simpson's new project. Buy that joint right now by clicking here, because its dope.

BUN B UGK 4 LIVE - IN STORES NOW

Go out and show some love to Bun B. Click HERE to buy the album.

ALL COAST JACKET - LM ITEM OF THE WEEK

For our del 2 spring we're releasing the new "ALL COAST JACKET" from our Spring/Summer 2009 Collection. The release of this piece includes two color-ways, "rich brown" and "dress blue". The fabric is a shinny nylon, with contrast piping. See Steph Jones wearing the jacket below.

Kid Cudi + Osa @ Magic = VICTORY

STREET DREAMS the Movie - PASSION/PAIN//PROGRESS///

Check the trailer below because this movie is will be huge. This film is staring the best in the culture, Rob Dydek, Terry Kennedy, Ryan Sheckler, Paul Rodriguez, and Ryan Dunn.

Find more videos like this on Street Dreams Movie

Derrick Cabrera, like all skateboarders, dreams of being sponsored one day. He has all the talent in the world to make it happen but some major roadblocks to overcome before he can make the dream a reality. He is receiving pressure from all sides, his parents are stressing him because he is failing in school, his girlfriend thinks he is a loser, his best friend has become his rival because he is better than him. Things come to a head after Derrick gets arrested and a fight ensues with his father resulting in him running away from home. He does the only thing he knows how to do and opts to follow his dream to the Tampa Am contest, one of the only ways an unknown skater can get noticed.

Post Via: STREET DREAMS MOVIE

LMTD x RYAN SHECKLER - In Stores Now

Pro Skater Ryan Sheckler knows all about passion, pain, and progress.

NAS AND DAMIAN MARLEY - The GRAMMY Museum

Taking place in the Museum’s 200-seat GRAMMY Sound Stage, the two recording artists will field questions from Museum Executive Director Robert Santelli about their upcoming musical project, humanitarian work, and diverse, influential recording careers. After the interview, Nas and Marley will take questions from the audience and perform a few stripped-down songs.

WHO: GRAMMY-winning Reggae king Damian Marley and International Hip-Hop superstar Nas

WHEN: Friday, March 27, 2009 at 8 p.m.

WHERE: The GRAMMY Museum at L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90015
(Near the corner of Figueroa Street and Olympic Boulevard)

WHO'S LIVE - DJ/PRODUCER Hi Tek

We caught Cincinnati, Ohio native Hi Tek in a timeless LM piece at the SXSW Amanda Diva showcase. If you want to see the full recap, click the image below.

Check one of my Hi Tek favorites below.

Props to Diva Speak TV:

Press - XLR8R MAG features the VICTORS ONLY LEATHER

CLASSIC - TIMELESS - FRESH!!!!

Items of the week - TOO LIVE CREW & HOODY

With absolutely no affiliation to one of the most controversial rap groups in the history of music, we here at LIVE MECHANICS are releasing a pair of limited edition fleeces and hoodys. We call these pieces the "TOO LIVE CREW-NECK" & " TOO LIVE HOODY". These limited edition items are available at select store around the world, such as: Soul Assassins(LA), Pieces(BK), SF2(Houston), Haut(Chicago), Mash(London). Items will also be available on www.livemechanics.com April 1st.

One To Watch: Live Mechanics Interview with SoJonesTV

Article written by: SoJones
Posted on: March 17, 2009
Osa gives the impression that Live Mechanics is much more than just a way to make paper– it’s a lifestyle philosophy that he lives and breathes. The brand strives to mix global cultural and artistic influences to come up with a more thoughtful, sophisticated take on cutting edge street style. We dubbed Live Mechanics “the thinking man’s streetwear brand”.

Live Mechanics Interview at MAGIC Feb 2009 from SoJones.com on Vimeo.

For full artical click here, or go to htttp://www.sojones.com

FALL 09 - Sneak Peek - Cardigan Hoody

"MISSIONARY FOR A DAY" - YES WE SERVE & LIVE MECHANICS

This past weekend, the YES WE SERVE organization and the Live Mechanics crew took part in the "Missionary For A Day" movement. On the first Saturday of March we visited two orphanages in Mexicali, where we provided clothes, food, toiletries, toys, and a good time for kids. One of the highlights of the trip was pampering the young girls with hair styling and manicures. And for the young boys at the orphanage, they played with a new set of Legos and showed us how talented they really were with their building skills. This was my first "Missionary For A Day" mission, but it wont be my last. Those kids were so happy to see us coming there to lend a helping hand. The experience showed me how blessed we really are, but most of all how we should bless those in need. These kids are in need. Remember, the first Saturday of every month a the YesWeServe group goes down to Mexicali, Mexico and serve at two different orphanages, El Niño Feliz(The Happy Child) and La Esperanza de los Niños(The Hope of the Children).

To make a donation to the orphanages Click this link HERE.

El Niño Feliz
Doña Concha is the director of this home. Her faithful helpers are Ruth and her sisters. Their building was secured through donations from church members in San Jose, California, after their first building was destroyed by fire two years ago. None of the children or adults was hurt, and currently there are twenty-four children living at El Niño Feliz.

La Esperanza de los Niños
Martín and Elena are the directors of La Esperanza. Their steadfast helper is Juanita. This building was constructed six years ago, but is in need of constant repair. There are presently seventeen children living at La Esperanza de los Niños.

LM Fresh Produce - Free Downloads by K-Salaam & Beatnick

Peace. We represent real music. So let's get right to the point: The official Marvin Gaye "What's Going On" Remix and more (Produced by Beatnick & K-Salaam) is available now for free download right here right now. Shout out to Beatnick (aka Young Mozart) on this. All of these remixes are from their upcoming project "Never Can Say Goodbye."

Click on the link below to download the song:

Marvin Gaye - "What's Going On" Remix. (Produced by Beatnick & K-Salaam)