Artists, friends, Savemoney representatives, and native Chicagoans Towkio and Chance The Rapper release a new song, "Heaven Only Knows". The spirited song title flows right into the encouraging organ featured in Lido's production. Towkio, Chance, and singer Eryn Allen Kane provide riveting vocals. After one listen you will be pleased to know there is more on the way from Towkio; his .Wav Theory mixtape is available on April 28.
Aimé Leon Dore "NY Navy" Collection /
New York based lifestyle brand Aimé Leon Dore has a knack for simplistic and functional design that carries influences from the historical past. Evidence of this is seen in the brand's offering for Kith done in January that celebrated the heritage of boxing in the '60s and '70s. ALD's latest collection takes direct cues from the birthplace of form and function, the military. Every branch of the military focuses on monochromatic color schemes and minimal individual detail because uniformity is the essential; the motto of the United States Navy is "Not for self but for country". Aimé's Spring collection, "NY Navy", certainly encompasses this sentiment using solely navy, olive, and cream white hues. Along with the colors, the Navy inspiration is evident in the garment silhouettes highlighted by the flight jacket, bomber jacket, and waffle t-shirt, as well as the template branding and numbering emblazoned throughout the delivery. The basic aesthetic that accompanies Aimé Leon Dore's "NY Navy" collection is made cool because it shows appreciation to the nation's heroes while done in a NY streetwear sensibility. Read more on the collection here and shop it at Aimé's concept store April 9 - 13, from 10am to 8pm.
Aimé Leon Dore Concept Store
179 Mott St
New York, NY 10012
VibeRotation 16 by JR Walker /
VibeRotation 16 comes courtesy of InTheRough's friend, JR Walker. I met him last year thanks to College, and quickly learned his West Coast, Los Angeles roots combined with a past obsession with Pharrell and one ongoing with Kobe Bryant make JR a well researched and well experienced spawn of popular culture. For instance, he is a tastemaker of many sorts. VibeRotation 16 will simply satisfy his musical influence. Today he delivers a playlist that stretches from the East Coast to his home on the West, with songs new and old, melodious and kicking. An appropriate remix of Lana Del Ray's "Brooklyn Baby" provides a splendid surprise. Enjoy VibeRotation 16 below and listen to the series in full at InTheRough's SoundCloud.
Zak Abel- These Are The Days (Cautious Clay Remix) /
Spring vibes are upon us as emerging DJ Cautious Clay has yet again released a multifaceted remix to UK vocalist Zak Abel's "These Are The Days." Besides the funky groove (which by the way we love), take note of the guitar, flute, and saxophone instrumentals that add a refreshing layer to the three minute and thirty second track. Stay up to date on all things Cautious Clay, as his music begins to shuffle across international airwaves by liking his Facebook and SoundCloud pages.
Nike Roshe Run NM Breeze White/Black-Hot Lava /
A simple white sneaker for the warm weather is just what the doctor ordered. The crisp color accompanies the earth's vibrant and polychromatic palette the seasons present, as well as a seamless and casual aesthetic fitting for any wardrobe. Nike captures this theme in its new lightweight model of its popular Roshe Run silhouette, the Roshe Run NM Breeze. The sneaker features a breathable mesh upper donned in a white colorway with black contrasts, the boldest on the Swoosh, while "Hot Lava" has a minimal hit on the shoe's tongue. Look for the Nike Roshe Run NM Breeze White/Black-Hot Lava at select international retailers like Coutie., as it has yet to appear Stateside.