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Say what you will about Steve Aoki, aka DJ Kid Millionaire; last night at the Johnny Walker Black Circuit Paddock Party he proved to all in attendance why he’s such a hot commodity. I was pretty much underwhelmed and wondered what all the fuss was about after listening to Aoki’s recent mix CD, Pillowface and His Airplane Chronicle, it’s alright but so are a lot of mix CDs. Post event, i can only confirm what many have said beforehand, that the Kid Millionaire is definately “all that” live.

Aoki’s ability to visually and aurally connect with a crowd and keep them entertained is something that has to be seen to be believed before passing judgement. The entire dancefloor was absolutely rammed, people were squashed up against one another and thrusting their fists into the air as if they were reenacting a street protest. The highly charged set combined electro, rock, hip hop and Aoki’s infamous antics to keep the crowd bouncing all the way through from start to finish.

My only complaint is that my media pass couldn’t get me into the DJ booth to take better pictures, so i had to squeeze myself between the outer of the booth and a huge friggin’ speaker to get the above shots. I have a constant ringing in my ears now, i think it’s tinnitus… enjoy the pics.

More pictures after the jump.

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We don’t know if these vintage treated Terminators have been created to be sent back to 1985 or if they have just returned from their mission. Whatever the reason, the classic silhouette is timeless and doesn’t look out of place whatever year they are rocked.

The Georgetown Terminator High is currently available at selected stockists throughout South East Asia, whilst it is not known when the St. John’s colourway will drop.

Singaporean vinyl-meister Phu! has just created this custom Mugs Bunny, titled Otto, for a private Vinyl collector. Log on to Phu!’s website for a look at more of his previous private customs, upcoming work and currently available products.

As part of the three-month long celebrations for the 25th anniversary of the Forum, adidas have collaborated on a series of Forum Mids with four American stores that have supported the company since the iconic basketball kicks introduction in 1983. Harputs, Moe’s, Walters and Puffer Reds have been given the task of creating a colourway that is representative of their region. Each release will be limited to 500 pairs worldwide.

Pictured anti-clockwise from the top: Harputs (San Francisco); Puffer Reds (Detroit); Walters (Atlanta); Moe’s (Queens); Silver Forum Mids are not part of the pack.

These will release stateside in April and it is not known yet if they arrive on our shores. Those looking for a piece of the celebrations can purchase the recently featured white/beige 25th anniversary Forum Mids at adidas Originals stores in Pavilion KL and Suria KLCC.

Source: Complex via Hypebeast

PUMA will be re-issuing the ROMA model that was first introduced in 1968. The original re-creation comes in a white/team royal colourway, whilst the other three colourways are slightly updated to pay tribute to 1968 Azzuri European Champions, Italy. The inner sockliner is the same material used on the Italia Jersey, whilst the two stars above the Italia symbol on the tongue represents the nation’s World Cup triumphs.

The ROMA is scheduled to drop at selected stockists throughout South East Asia retailers in April. They will be a Sole What? exclusive in Malaysia.

Footpatrol has been in the sneakers business for a good five years and they have been one of the most influential sneaker stores in the world. Sadly they decidedly not to renew their lease at St Anne’s Court and the physical store will be closed at the end of March 2008. They will continue to work on special projects via their Stussy London store and The Hideout store. Do check their website from time to time for their future plans.

“To all valued customers, suppliers and visitors to Footpatrol,

Footpatrol opened in 2002 in Soho, London stocking select sneakers and footwear. Our mission was to find the best of the best across various footwear brands and to create special projects with our partners.

Our lease at 16A St Anne’s Court has come to an end and we have decided not to renew. We will therefore close the physical store at the end of March 2008.

In the meantime, we will be having a clearance sale at 16A St Anne’s Court.

We are continuing to work with our suppliers on some special projects. These will appear over the summer at our other stores - Stussy on 19 Earlham Street and The Hideout on 7 Upper James Street.

Please check our websites and Crooked Tongues for more information closer to the release time.

Thank you for your support and custom over the past five years.

- The Footpatrol Team”

It was expected that Mark Hunter, The Cobra Snake, would be slithering into town to cover Steve Aoki’s performance at the Johnny Walker Black Circuit Paddock Party. What wasn’t expected was that he would be the special guest at an impromptu Lapsap Junkyard Sale at Palate Palette this Sunday. So to all those that have been longing to get their mug on The Cobra Snake’s infamous party website but can’t make it to Aoki’s gig, you now have a second chance.

The visible air bubble has to be one of Nike’s most important accomplishments in terms of marketing. Although kicks such as the Air Force 1 had air inside, people wanted to “see” what was going on. The tremendous success of the visible air series played a critical role in the sports brand wars and influencing public perception.

Nike pays homage to the Air Max runners with this pack of Air Force 1’s. The AM90 AF1 Premium Low draws upon the classic infrared colourway and has mesh on the tongue. The AM95 AF1 Supreme Low employs the neon green colour scheme, has a remade tongue and 3M accents. The AM97 AF1 Lux Low is not pictured but features a unique tongue design and visible air bubbles all around the midsole.

The Air Max inspired AF1 pack will drop at selected stockists throughout South East Asia in June.