Sneaker Pimps is rollin’ through Chicago this Friday. Founded in 2003 by Peter Fahey, the tour has traveled to more than 60 cities worldwide and has put on over 200 shows. Known for being the worlds largest traveling sneaker exhibit, Sneaker Pimps has garnered much respect from the hip-hop community and also features live performances for attendees. The headliners for Chicago include Clipse and local MC’s GLC, Project Mayhem, and Mikkey Halsted. Doors open 8pm @ Metro.

Akin, a new sneaker/streetwear spot recently opened up over by UIC’s campus. Located in University Village on the corner of Halsted and Maxwell the store (1313 S. Halsted) is already becoming a point of interest for out of town visitors and locals wishing to peruse the selection of streetwear that Chicago has to offer.

Ran into Shunte McMillian again. All smiles…I would be too if I was going to see Michael Jordan inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.

Akin’s got you covered on fusions, spizikes, and retros.

Last night I met a friend up at the Kinetic Playground to provide him some help with extra press coverage. I’m really glad he asked because I had a chance to check out Little Dragon. They’re based out of Gothenburg, Sweden and performed in Chicago for their first time last night. Over the last few years they’ve been touring through Europe, but now they’re on a mini tour through the US. You might have heard some of their stuff without even knowing it, their song “Twice” - was featured in Season 5 of ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy. So I know all you McDreamy fans know what I’m talkin about. I asked them where their next stop was and Yukimi told they’re headed to Toronto.  More precisely @ Wrongbar 1279 Queen Street West. Check them out, it’ll be a good time.

Yukimi Nagano. What a commanding voice from such a small frame.

Saw some of our pics from STA x Gatorade event posted up on Hypebeast yesterday. Good lookin’ out Eugene.

Here’s a better look at the new stickers we got in last week.  We have a simple black box logo, Mr. Al Capone, and the Chicago flag.  If you’ve seen them around town please email us your photos.
(Stickers included with all orders)