At the age of 15 Jaden Smith could clearly see the host of non-believers in his rap talent quickly coming to devalue and under appreciate his work. Their doubt has remained constant throughout Smith's short career, but with every one of his new releases he changes the critics' minds. A new song with self-proclaimed "Genre Killer", Ta-ku, has appeared today that Jaden actually recorded at 15 years-old, and should put all negative commentary to rest. In the 9-minute track, "Beast Mode", the budding star proclaims, "Let me introduce you to rap, you jokers are bleeding on my adidas," going rhyme after rhyme explaining why he is not to be messed with. It is time to listen. Enjoy "Beast Mode" from Ta-ku x Jaden Smith below.
Nudie Jeans Co Spring 2015 "The Curse of the Little Bastard" Collection /
Every. single. wardrobe. needs. a quality pair of jeans and a t-shirt to make some marks in. Swedish denim purveyor, Nudie Jeans would certainly agree as it presents its Spring 2015 Collection, "The Curse of the Little Bastard". Very much like the 1950s archetypes the collection pays homage to, Marlon Brando and James Dean, Nudie has set itself apart from the industry and walks to the beat of its own drum, producing functional, comfortable, and sustainable denim. The brand's Eco-Cycle philosophy – wear your favorites, love them, repair them when they need and make them personal, adds a unique element to its apparel. In the Spring 2015 offering from Nudie Jeans, the cradle of denim and the rebels of today and yesterday are celebrated with vintage and staple pieces: big t-shirts, leather and denim jackets, varsity jackets, and Catalina jackets. The "Steady Eddie Mike Replica" is a perfect example of the personal aesthetic infused in Nudie's denim as it features Japanese Kaihara selvage denim with glue residue and handmade repairs on the front and back, made from 100% organic cotton. Browse the looks above and shop "The Curse of the Little Bastard" collection now at Nudie's online store.
A$AP Rocky featuring Rich Homie Quan and Sway Burr - Indie /
Today brings new music from A$AP Rocky. The track, "Indie" is a little rough around the edges as we assume it is a leaked cut from Rocky's upcoming album, A.L.L.A. Regardless, the song's solid baseline and styling from one of ATL's hottest rappers, Rich Homie Quan, and Sway Burr, an artist out of Bridgeport, CT, has it locked as banger material. Give it a listen below and stay tuned for A.L.L.A.'s concrete release date.
GoldLink & Falcons- Vroom /
One of my favorite aspects about the music industry is the ability to observe the maturation of artists. One winter, an artist like Chance the Rapper is known by only a few, yet by the next year his name is being plastered across GQ issues.
If you have not yet heard of GoldLink, don't worry, you're about to. The Washington D.C.-based rapper has garnered a following through his genre-bending sounds. If his unique voice isn't enough to peak your interest, GoldLink draws inspiration from the Go-Go music subculture that has been prevalent in D.C. for quite some time, as well as the deep-house music vibes that add the futuristic bounce to any of his tracks. Below, is his most recent track, "Vroom." A collaborative effort with Athletixx producer, Falcons (who you should also check out), has yielded another abstract song that bridges the gap between hip hop and dance music. If you like what you hear, check out our curated GoldLink playlist, which features songs from his latest project, God Complex.
Big Sean featuring Kanye West - All Your Fault /
There is plenty of hype behind Big Sean's album, Dark Sky Paradise, and it is well deserved, evidence provided by the singles released so far. The newest of them, "All Your Fault" featuring Kanye West, simply leaves us begging for the entire project. Listen for yourself below and head to OfficeVibes to enjoy the rest of the cuts on the forthcoming Dark Sky Paradise.