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Noah Butkus Artwork on display at HVW8 Gallery – Photos
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Images of the Noah Butkus’ Artwork currently on display at the HVW8 Art + Design Gallery.
Tom Trago and Cool Chris Int’l Podcast Vol. 18 – Podcast
Finally posted a Mix from our friends from Amsterdam, Tom Trago and Cool Chris, from Rush Hour Music. Check out the latest HVW8 International Podcast, Vol. 18, Tom Trago and Cool Chris.
Get the full tracklisting HERE.
Subscribe free via iTunes.
Tita Lima Live at HVW8 this Sunday
The HVW8 International Podcast returns to the ‘Live at the BBQ’ sessions for Summer 2010 with the perfect Brazilian vibe of Tita Lima.
Please join us for an afternoon of amazing music, bbq and friends – all surrounded by the art of HVW8.
See you on Sunday!
More on Tita Lima (via Giant Step):
A modern-day Tropicalista, singer-songwriter Tita Lima was born into a family of musicians (her father was the bass player for 70s rock band Os Mutantes). She paid her dues in Sao Paulo’s musical scene playing bass, singing and sharing the stage with widely-recognized artists such as Bocato (Metalurgia, Elis Regina, Gal Costa, Maria Rita), Joao Donato, Luz de Caroline.
The sultry vocalist’s music has become a favorite among DJs in Brazil, the US and Europe, including Rafael Moraes, Garth Trinidad (KCRW) and Gilles Peterson, who included the song “A Conta Do Samba” in his superb compilation ‘Brownswood Bubblers.’
Myles Henry Blogspot
“My wife and I are always having friends over for dinner so when they come through they usually bring us tons of drinks and desserts. We always have a fridge full of ice cream and an obscene amount of wine and liquor at the house. I need to figure out a home bar situation. Here are some I like.”
Look for upcoming Design project/installation at the HVW8 Gallery with Myles Henry.
Master Blazter LIVE at Troubadour – Photos
On Friday 7/2, a packed house at the landmark Hollywood club The Troubadour was treated to an amazing show from Master Blazter, featuring Computer Jay, J1 and D-F. The extra long set included Dam-Funk and Master Blazter originals as well as guest appearances from JimiJames, MC Eiht and Jody Watley. Opening the show were Peanut Butter Wolf, Devonwho and Monalisa. Aloe Blacc and Krondon both made it on stage as well!! If this is the future, we’re ready.
Master Blazter tonight at the Troubadour
Master Blazter, born at the HVW8 Gallery, performs with Dam-Funk tonight at the Troubadour.
More on Master Blazter HERE.
As We Enter – Nas and Damian Marley (Jr. Gong) – HVW8 Video
Video for ‘As We Enter’ produced up in Monteal for Nas and Damian Marley (Jr. Gong).
Pollyn at HVW8 photos and Podcast
U-N-I Parra
Y-O from U-N-I stops by the gallery and picks up a Parra HVW8 Tee
Noah Butkus at HVW8 Gallery on Hypebeast
Photos by Andrew White for Hypebeast on the Noah Butkus’ ‘Slippery People’ exhibition currentley at HVW8.
More photos after the jump.
adidas Originals – Mayer Hawthorne at HVW8 Art + Design Gallery – Video
Noah Butkus “Slippery People” opening at HVW8 Art + Design Gallery – photos
Photos from Saturday’s Noah Butkus opening. Thanks to adidas, Stussy and the Standard for their support.
Stussy x HVW8 x Noah Butkus T-shirt
Dam-Funk stops by the Gallery to preview the Stussy x HVW8 x Noah Butkus t-shirt available tonight in white and black.
Noah Butkus Installation at Standard Hotel Hollywood
Noah Butkus Installation at the Standard Hotel Hollywood as part of their collaboration with the HVW8 Art + Design Gallery.
Noah Butkus ‘Slippery People’ Exhibition opens Saturday
Slippery People
New Works by Noah Butkus
Opening Night: Saturday June 19th 7 – 10pm
with support from Stussy, The Standard and adidas.
bio:
Growing up, Noah found himself spending all of his time with skateboards and comic books. This is where he found all his inspiration, and for the most part still does. Aside from art and design for the band Death Threat, his first widely recognized output appeared on graphics for Burton Snowboards. This work was followed by commissions for posters, ads, catalogs, and product applications from a wide variety of companies.
INTERVIEW OPENER:
There is an intangible feeling of nostalgia embedded in so much of Noah Butkus’s work. It’s a quality that’s vividly displayed in his stark black and white illustrations and whimsical paintings, but nearly impossible to explain, and his illustrations often delve into darker, even stranger territory. Mysterious hooded men disembowel one another with swords while jousting on skateboards; squishy, intestine-like tubes (with tongues) serpentine through homes that are actually hamburgers; and skull-faced men with empty eye sockets look on, faces melting. And while it may sound like the work of a deeply troubled mind, Butkus flawlessly pulls it of, treading a thin line between serious and surreal.
A child of the 1970s, and a self-taught artist, Butkus cites comic books as a key influence on and inspiration for his work. But not just any comic books, Mr. Butkus has standards, referencing the output of artists who dominated the scene in the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s. Illustrators like Jim Steranko, Moebius, and Richard Corben are among the names he quickly rattles off. But there is more to Mr. Butkus than illustration, he is also a successful graphic designer, having done work for a range of clients from Burton Snowboards (where he honed his design skills) to Stussy to Nike. And while Butkus mentions that he’s been drawing most of his life, he claims he originally got the bug to pursue art after doing t-shirt and album cover art for his brother’s hardcore band, Death Threat . A five-year stint in the trenches at a screenprinting shop followed before he broke off to design snowboard graphics at Burton.
Originally from Hartford, Connecticut, Butkus now lives in Manhattan. At 32, he has already paid considerable dues in the art world. No longer tied to a company desk he spends his days at his studio, balancing commercial and personal work. In recent years he has also begun exhibiting his work in both solo and group exhibitions. Having worked with Mr. Butkus in the past, he contributed a page to an anthology I edited in 2005 called Young & Reckless , I wanted to catch up with him and talk at greater length about his work. I hope you enjoy.
here’s the rest of the interview
http://matthewnewton.us/madeyoulook/noahbutkus#6slideshow-325-field_multiimage
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adidas presents Mayer Hawthorne at HVW8 – photos
Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy our transformed pop up parking lot extravaganza. Our biggest event at the gallery to date. Great food, good people, art, drinks, sunshine and Music courtesy of Hawthorne Headunters, Crown Royale and Mayer Hawthorne and the County. It was an amazing night!
Thanks to adidas originals for making this happen and Hit + Run for the amazing shirts.
More Photos and Video will be posted shortly, please check back.
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adidas presents Mayer Hawthorne and the County at HVW8
Thanks to everyone who came by the Mayer Hawthorne event last night.
Photos and video will be posted shortly.
Opening night of One Way Or Another – photos
Thank you to everyone who came out for the one night art event tour, One Way Or Another to witness some of skateboardings’ top artists and artwork.
Charles Munka Interview at HVW8 Art + Design Gallery – Video
Charles Munka at HVW8 Art + Design Gallery from HVW8 on Vimeo.
Charles Munka Interview during his show at the HVW8 Art +Design Gallery.
One Way or Another Installation – photos
Images from last week’s Installation of the One Way Or Another exhibition featuring artwork by Eric Anthony, Todd Bratrud, Mark Fos Foster, Greg Pnut Galinsky, Ben Horton, Matt Irving, Andy Jenkins, Michael Leon, Geoff Mcfetridge, Travis Millard, Donny Miller, Mat O’Brien, Dennis McNett, Andrew Pommier, Michael Sieben.
Look for prints from the show now posted in the HVW8 Online shop.
More information on the One Way Or Another traveling artshow on Color Magazine.
Parra Sweatshirt
Andrew Meza rocks a HVW8 Parra sweat in Shibuya.
HVW8 and the Standard Hotel, Los Angeles
HVW8 Art + Design Gallery is starting a collaboration with the Standard Hotel Hollywood and the Standard Hotel Downtown Los Angeles. The first in this series is with artist Charles Munka.
One Way or Another, Opening Saturday, May 29th
MONDAY, May 24th 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
“One Way or Another”
Currated by Isaac McKay-Randozzi and Sandro Grison
There have been countless exhibitions of the art inspired by skateboard culture. Decks and shoes adorned with the paint splatter from our favorite skaters from yesteryear. Showing that not only does skateboarding breed creativity, but with it astounding prowess. In recent years professional skaters such as Ed Templeton, Jason Lee, Mark Gonzales, Chris Pastras and Jason Adams have carved their own ways into the world of art with favorable reviews. Now and for the first time ever Color Magazine brings together the artists who make up the skateboarding world today, as we see it. Representing the wide spectrum of the industry, these artists come together for the pure love of a skate-trip.
Greg PNut Galinsky (Vans), Andrew Pommier (Momentum Wheels, RVCA), Michael Leon (Commonwealth Stacks), Mark ‘Fos’ Foster (Herion Skateboards/Altamont Clothing), Todd Bratrud (High 5/Nike), Ben Horton (Slave Skateboards), Donny Miller (Vans/Skate Mental), Michael Sieben (Volcom/Roger) and Mat O’Brien(Krooked/SLAP) will be traveling from around the country and the U.K. tothree cities showing the wonderful and inspirational work they do. Others like Dennis McNett (Anti-Hero/Vans), Travis Millard (Fudge Factory Comics),Geoff McFetridge (Solitary Arts/Girl), Andy Jenkins (Girl), Matt
Irving(adidas, Delphi), and Eric Anthony (4 Star Clothing/Girl) are contributing art for these one-night shows starting in Los Angeles at the HVW8 Art + Design Gallery, then Escapist in Kansas City, MO ending at the No Comply Skate Shop in Austin, TX.
SHOWS:
Saturday, May 29 (7 – 10 pm)
HVW8 Art + Design Gallery
661 N. Spaulding Ave.
L.A., Ca 90036
323 655 4898
Opening night Photos HERE.
Exhibition photos HERE.
Friday, June 4 (6-11pm)
Escapist
405 Southwest Blvd.
Kansas City, Mo 64153
816 842 2504
Monday, June 7 (6-11pm)
No Comply
812 W. 12th St.
Austin, TX 78701
512 804 0472
“One Way or Another will feature some of the most talented folks in the skateboarding industry. Each artist involved is donating their valuable time, skill and resources to inspire the next generation of creators.”
– co-curator Isaac McKay-Randozzi.
During the tour they will be camping out, skating local spots and cavorting with each community on the most grass roots level.
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Eric Anthony, Todd Bratrud, Mark Fos Foster, Greg Pnut Galinsky,
Ben Horton, Matt Irving, Andy Jenkins, Michael Leon,
Geoff Mcfetridge, Travis Millard, Donny Miller, Mat O’Brien,
Dennis McNett, Andrew Pommier, Michael Sieben
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These are the artists behind the brands, making the graphics for companies that have inspired us for many years. The premise of this group show serves to reconnect these artists with what got them where they are at in the first place: their skateboards. With support from Vans shoes, on May 28th they trade in their comfortable studios and desks for a snug ride in a van (generously provided by Volcom clothing) with over 100 pieces of art, a dozen skateboards and camping gear to embark on a classic skate-trip across
part of America. Bringing one-night-only art shows to L.A., Kansas City, and Austin.
“The unique thing about this group is that they are widely known for their art and work for skateboard companies and little known [due mostly to their own authority] for their action on their skateboards.”
ABOUT CONTRIBUTOR:
Working with non-profit organizations, Contributor aims to provide “skateboards for all” underprivileged and at risk youth in lower-income neighborhoods. Their mission is to encourage successful outcomes through the addition of skateboarding as a positive reinforcement.
http://www.wearecontributors.com
PRESS CONTACT:
Morgan Pharoh
morgan@rawmaterialcom.com
714 791 0777
Charles Munka opening night – photos
Thank you to everyone who came by the opening of Charles Munka’s Double Knock Out at the HVW8 Art + Design Gallery.
Show runs through June 13th.
Charles Munka Interview – Video
Charles Munka (QUES) at HVW8 Art + Design gallery from HVW8 on Vimeo.
Footage from the past week. Filmed at the Standard Hotel Downtown Los Angeles and Hollywood, as well as at the HVW8 Art + Design gallery in a collaboration with Teebs.
Show opens tomorrow.
Charles Munka Installation at Standard Hotel
HVW8 Art + Design Galley and the The Standard Hotels Los Angeles have combined for a new series of murals and installations based. The first is with Charles Munka, and look for upcoming projects with the galleries upcoming artists.
Exclusive Prints to be sold at DKO show
We’ll be selling posters exclusively at the upcoming Double Knock Out show. A limited edition of 8 (4 Gold and 4 Silver), these are personally screenprinted, numbered and signed by Charles Munka. Each poster measures roughly 70” x 50”. Sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
Purchase HERE.
Free Kutmah party at HVW8 – Photos
Photos of the friends of Kutmah that got together last weekend in his support at the HVW8 Gallery.
All the best to Kutmah!
MASTER BLAZTER: BLAZT OFF Mix by Kutmah – Podcast
MASTER BLAZTER: BLAZT OFF
BLAZT OFF, a mix by Los Angeles’ own DJ Kutmah, showcases the individual styles of Computer Jay, J1, and D-F. Collectively, they are known as Master Blazter. Individually, each is accomplished in his own right, and as a group, there is no stopping the funk they create.
Computer Jay develops hard hitting tracks built upon moog, rhodes and personally tweaked electro systems.
J1 provides the backbone of rhythm on drums, while equally being comfortable producing quality funk laced beats.
D-F adds his signature vocals and provides layers of deep funk with his own keyboards and keytar.
The countdown has begun….
Three musicians with their own distinctive styles have come together to form Master Blazter. Each individual is an integral part of the whole – each one necessary to keep funk music alive, taking it to unforeseen heights.
Strap yourself in…
3, 2, 1…
BLAZT OFF with MASTER BLAZTER!
:::TrackList::::
1. Water – J1
2. Funktronic – Computer Jay
3. Feel in The Blank – J1
4. Just Wanna Ride – D-F
5. Rescue – J1
6. Show Me The Way – D-F
7. She Lights Me Up – D-F
8. Slang Talk – J1
9. 44th Chamber – J1
10. I Dont Just Do Beats..I Do music – D-F
11. Thunder Horns – Computer Jay
12. I was Wrong..I Take It Back – Computer Jay
13. Maintain – Computer Jay
14. Visa Stamp – Computer Jay
15. Whip – Computer Jay
16. Sunny – J1
17. Bearclaw – Computer Jay
18. Phantom – Computer Jay
Mixed By::::: DJ KUTMAH :::::
Recorded @ :::THE GREEN VAULT::: Los Angeles, CA
All Trax Produced by (((MASTER BLAZTER)))
J-1 COMPUTER JAY D-F
Listen here on hvw8.podomatic.com
Or subscribe free on iTunes.
More on Master Blazter HERE.
