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Looking for a laugh? Check out the latest episode of US cartoon comedy South Park, titled “Fishsticks”, which features the one and only Kanye West as himself. Yeey’s portrayed as being so much of a narcissist and egoistical that he can’t even catch a simple joke that’s going around. Also present is his hit single “Heartless” being transformed to “The Gay Fish Song” for the soundtrack. Wanna know what Kanye + Gay + Fish have in common? Then check out the full episode here.

Here’s a new batch of tees by Dutch artist Parra for his own brand Rockwell Clothing. A total of six new designs are available and feature his trademark colours, fonts and characters. The goods are available now at the Rockwell webstore. Those that prefer the bricks and mortar shopping experience can hit up Zig Zag, Thailand, and ask if they’ll be getting any in; whilst Sole What?, Malaysia, is expecting their first shipment of Rockwell to arrive in the coming weeks.

Rockwell Clothing is available at Zig Zag, Room 204, Second Floor, Soi 1 Siam Square, Pathumwan, Bangkok, Thailand; and Sole What?, Lot S-229A The Gardens, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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Japanese luggage label Porter has once again teamed up with Original Fake to produce a few new accessories for their Original Fake Porter line. This time we see a backpack, a mini tote and zipped wallets each given a touch of Kaws‘ trademark cross and chomper details.

The Porter x Original Fake line is available at Ambush, 119 Devonshire Road, Singapore, T +65 6732 2744.

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When Streething started a few years back, a common sight at our events would be peeps in shiny Bapestas and camo-print hoodies. Fast forward to today, and although the Bathing Ape machine is still going strong, the crowd it sells to is not the same enthusiasts and exclusivity seekers as before. Whatever people have to say about Bape, the brand has gone from Harajuku to Hollywood and back since starting, a feat not many Japanese brands can claim to have done.

Talking about starting up, It’s this year that Bape celebrates it’s 15th anniversary in monkey business. As part of the celebrations they have released a coffee table book that provides a look back into their illustrious history. A must have for Bape fans and street culture followers that appreciate the mark the brand has left on the street fashion scene.

Available now at Kinokuniya bookstores across South East Asia. The KLCC branch has the pink-camo cover version and it is currently on special offer, where if you purchase another item you’ll get 30% off the total price. The offer is valid until January 4th, 2009.

Lately, Indonesian street artist Darbotz has been working closely with Nike on various projects. In this video created for the current metallic Windrunner campaign, Darbotz works on a Windrunner inspired graffiti piece whilst talking about his signature Cumi character/design. Check the vid and stay tuned for more updates on one of South East Asia’s finest street artists.

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After being delayed for two months, The Loft’s much anticipated spiritual successor Barsonic is set to open up for business this December. First thing, cover charge dodgers beware – unlike the usual Twilight Action Girl Friday Night’s of yore, there will be no more guestlists or free entry before midnight. Yep, no more arriving at 1am and calling up everyone you know to try and pull some strings.

However, the guys in charge aren’t as stupid as to stick two fingers up at the loyal crowd that made the joint THE party to be at. Now you’re eligible for permanent free entry ONLY by joining the Barsonic Facebook Group. There’s some terms and conditions, which some may find annoying, but hey – it’s either that or stump up for the cover charge …

Technical details out the way, Barsonic is not only much physically larger than The Loft was, but it’s also aiming to make the whole indie night movement bigger and badder than it was before. Apart from the staple Friday TAG nights, the Lapsap crew will now be having two resident night’s a month. One which they’ll be spinning themselves, and the other being Lapsap & Co Presents, which will see them bringing down the hottest acts from around and about.

Better sign up quick, as the TAG boys will be kicking things off at 10pm on December 6th!

Also, look out for Lapsap to launch their resident night at Barsonic on December 13th with a surprise act all the way from the UK, whilst the first Lapsap & Co Presents will be held on December 20th and will feature Bangkok’s finest, DJ Knatz!

Barsonic, Zouk KL, 113 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Nike continues to launch its Nike 1World AF1 Project featuring a total of 18 influential style leaders in music, art, sports and design. This time round, Nike works with Hong Kong artist renowned for his illustration work and designer toy figures – Michael Lau to launch Nike Air “Crazy” Force 1.

This pair of white padded leather with white quilt-patterned stitching Air Force 1 features crafted polished soelace tags, sole insert with abstract pencil scribble art by Lau and the special packaging that comes with a “Crazy Michale” vinyl toy figure.

In conjunction to Iaunch the Nike Air “Crazy” Force 1 in Hong Kong, MICHAEL GALLERY has been converted into a voyeuristic-gallery experience. Guests can walk through a long white tunnel with quilted walls, where 25x peepholes allow them to look into “animated art pieces” created by him.

Nike Air “Crazy” Force 1 Exhibition
Dates         :      November 29 – 30, 2008

Place          :      Michael Gallery  11/F., Lok’s Industrial Building, 204 Tsat Tsz Mui Road, Quarry Bay        (28113111)

Time          :      3:00pm – 8:00pm

Nike Air “Crazy” Force 1 Boxset

Location     :     Michael Gallery

Available    :     November 29, 2008 (Saturday)

Location     :     Nike Sportswear Store, 7 Pak Sha Road, Causeway Bay (2577-0703)

Available    :     December 3, 2008 (Wednesday)

Price           :    HK$2,599