Gyro by Phu!

If you do not know who Phuek aka Phu! is he is the man that collaborated on SBTG's last limited edition custom sneaker release 'Death from Above'. As you can see he is a custom painter and designer of Vinyl toys, needless to say due to their size his attention to detail and painting ability is very impressive. This is his latest creation named Gyro. For more details check out his blog here

2 New Customs

Done for the fam over at STREEThing

Special customer order

Flashing Lights (Again)...

The third and final video Kanye did for Flashing Lights, and another dope video.

Get Down In This Bitch...

A Track has leaked called "Get Down" featuring Ricky Ross Tha Boss and Pharrell Williams. Some are saying it is off a Rick Ross album to drop in December, others are saying it is off a new "Clones" album to be released by The Neptunes. Either way, track is sick. Listen below.

In The Lab...

The Fade To Black doco that came out a few years ago was a great insight into the behind the scenes of making a classic hip hop album. This is one of my favorite parts. The first beat Kanye plays is nuts, I would love to hear that release.

K.R.E.AM

We know how these guys feel...

Hyperdunk: Kobe PE

Friday just passed saw Footlockers House of Hoops release 24 pairs of the ultra limited Nike Hyperdunk in a Kobe PE color, 12 home and 12 away.Each pair came partnered with a display case including special numbering and technical specs of the sneaker. If somebody, anybody from the HOH joint venture see this and wanna give us the hookup just yell!

Black Mamba...

Kobe and Nike hooked up with the Jackass boys to bring you a new video for the Hyperdunks. This one is Kobe jumping over a pool of snakes. Obviously not real, but dope anyway.

Viva La Vida...

Here is a new iTunes ad for Coldplay's upcoming album launch. Very cool.

Flashing Lights...

A new video for the song "Flashing Lights" by Kanye has hit the internet, this one actually using to whole song. I loved the other video, this one follows a different story. Another good video from what I believe is one of the songs of the year. Check it below.

Believe It...

Well after what seems like forever we might actually see the release of Saigon's album. "The Greatest Story Never Told." Finally getting a release from Atlantic Sai is now a free agent. Just Blaze leaked the first single "Believe It" rumored to be co-produced by himself and Kanye on his blog TheMegatronDon.com. Download it here.

Lacoste Goes Back To The Future...

For Lacoste's 75th Anniversary, they have released a campaign when they wonder what tennis would be like 75 years in the future. Very, very cool shit. Check the vid below and go to the site here.

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Original Fake

I am a big Kaws fan and his new OriginalFake T is available now at honeyee Store as well as OriginalFake dealers in the near future.

The Happening...

I'm a fan of M. Night Shyamalan, his movies always have dope twists and normally keep me guessing. His newest movie looks pretty interesting. "The Happening" follows a family on the run from a natural disaster/attack. Playing the lead role is one of my favorite actors Mark Wahlberg. The following trailer is the R rated one, but definately gives us a better idea of what's going on. Check it below.

Why I Love Mos Def...

The Mighty Mos gives his thoughts on politics, and makes mention of Bush coming down our way and calling us Austrians instead of Australians. Taken from Karmaloop TV. Check it below.

Keys and Kizza...

Producer 88 Keys and rapper Izza Kizza have teamed up with URB magazine for a 4 part series of Podcasts. 88 Keys has an album coming out soon called "The Death Of Adam" which will be executively produced by Kanye West. The first podcast is out and features the two talking about working with Ye and Timbo and playing some of their favorite joints. Click here to listen.

Yabamena Baby...

Here is a vid of DJ Symtex interviewing the Teriyaki Boyz. He asks about the meaning of Zock On amongst other things. Check it below.

New Graffiti Laws

This is so ludicrous I was convinced it was a joke until I saw the posters. In Melbourne Australia any person in possession of spray paint in or around a train line or on other public transport will receive an immediate on the spot fine. Sooo how are graphic design students or artists for example supposed to get their paint home if they do not have a car? Fly? Ridiculous…

Munny Version IV

Next month, Kidrobot returns with their almost iconic Munny toy. The fourth version of the DIY toy will be in disguise. Each box will come with four random accessories which will aid in disguising the Munny’s true identity. There will be beards, toupees, and more. The 7 inch figure will also come with a marker and a sticker. They release June 19th.

Pics and info: Kidrobot

Stüssy ‘Honolulu’ Tees

Stüssy Honolulu chapter recently released two new tees which are very cool. They are named the ‘Ghost Eye’, and ‘Ghost Surfman’ both of which are now available in two colours and come with a 100% Bearbrick. They just arrived at Bobosshop.

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Nicolay and Kay Limited Skate Deck...

With the recent release of Nicolay and Kay's album "Time:Line" Greater Than Skateboards are releasing a limited edition skate deck to mark the occasion. Only 50 available, you can pre order yours here.

Hellboy II - The Golden Army

The man behind the masterpiece Pan's Labyrinth, Guillermo del Toro brings us the sequal to Hellboy, Hellboy II - The Golden Army. This movies visuals look amazing, much the same as Pan's and with its blend of humor and action hopefully Guillermo lives up to his high standards with this film. If the trailer is anything to go by its going to be a killer. Fingers crossed

Release date : July 11th

Muto by Blu

Artist Blu has produced an amazing animated art piece titled Muto which has just been posted on youtube. The most amazing thing about this is that it appears like he has done it all in one day which is absolutely insane. Its not often graffiti or street art really surprises me and even though i have seen similar efforts to this clip this is in a league of its own. Well done sir.

Tracksta's...

Bathing Ape's new addition to their footwear range, with the new "Tracksta's" hitting shelves May/June. I need to go back to Japan.

CubeeCraft

These great characters are the creation of website Cubeecraft. They are paper templates that are free to download and all it requires for construction is a few folds, no glue or tape. Head over to the website for many more great characters and the best part is a new one is released every week!

Hot 97...

N.E.R.D dropped into the Angie Martinez show on their New York stop of the Glow In The Dark Tour recently. Check the podcasts below.

N.E.R.D Interview Part 1
N.E.R.D Interview Part 2

All The Girls...

Finally, there "Everyone Nose" video... Spot the cameo's.

Basic Connoisseur...

Men.style.com interviewed Pharrell recently at the new BBC/Icecream store in SoHo New York and asked him about his acquisitive nature. Check below.

Lollipop Remix with Weezy and Yeezy...

Exhibition: Insa 'Wants and Needs"

Insa has had a packed out opening for his new exhibition in Luxembourg’s premier contemporary urban gallery/boutique Extrabold. Along with his signature fetish print on both canvas and high heels there is also limited edition prints and other handpainted artwork available.

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Extrabold

24, avenue de la Liberté

L-1930 Luxembourg

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Opening hours:

mon-fri 10h00-19h00

10/5/2008 - 14/6/2008

In The Studio...

Awesome...

Trailer: The X-Files "I want to Believe"

Finally the trailer for the X Files II movie titled "I want to believe" has become available on the net and if your as big of an X Files fan as we are then your going to be pretty excited about the movie. Check it out! Official website here

Tracklistin...

Ok so I know it's a bit of N.E.R.D overkill since this blog started, but you got two big fans running this thing so there is going to be a bit of news round these parts. The tracklist and album cover art was revealed on the Letterman performance. 15 tracks. June 10 can't come soon enough. Thanks to WayMoreFresher for the pics.

Letterman Nose...

N.E.R.D perform "Everyone Nose" on Letterman. Enjoy.

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Team China...

Nike unveiled China's sporting uniforms for the upcoming Beijing Olympics. Nike has gone above and beyond for this years Olympics trying to get their product to be represented in almost every sport, including mountain biking and Martial Arts. But the shoes I can't wait for is the Hyperdunk for basketball, check the ill Chinese edition's in the photos here.

The Stinger...

This concept bike designed by Team Tentakulus, a German design group, is a "bike concept illustrates an eco friendly vehicle which is easy to handle, adapts to its environment like an insect and matches the limited spacial conditions in urban areas." I think it looks nuts, but I bet we never see it on the streets... Click here for more images and info.

Coke Diet...

The much anticipated remix of "Everyone Nose" is out. Kanye posted it on his blog, it features all members of CRS (Kanye, Pharrell, Lupe) as well as Pusha T. New beat, new verses, very sick. This is the ruff cut. Check it here.

Download it here.

Reka: Tall Oaks Exhibition

Reka's "Tall Oak's" exhibition is on its way to our home town of Melbourne. This show has brand new material as well as limited edition prints and is only open for two weeks so make sure you go down and check it out because you definately will not be disappointed.

Breezy...

Chris Brown joined N.E.R.D at a recent show on the Glow In The Dark show recently. Chris Breezy showing everyone how to Spaz if you want to... Looks like he wanted to.

Sekure D: Neptune Dunk Low

This is the new Neptune Dunk Low and is available in the Sekure D online store now. Its is a size 10.5US and is a 1 of a kind design.

Vans: Set Me Free

Graffiti Artist Vans is having his much anticipated show at the Per Square Meter Gallery in Collingwood, Melbourne this coming Friday the 16th May. He has been killing it lately, dude has great can control and a wild style so if your in the area make sure to check it out to see some of his latest work.

Spaz If You Want To...

So probably my favorite band out there N.E.R.D just leaked their new single "Spaz." Love the new direction, powerful drum and base influenced jams to blow out your speakers. Check it below.

The Jump Off...

Welcome to the Diamond Fondue blog. Diamond Fondue is a clothing label started by world class footwear customiser Sekure D and myself Phoom. We both have a passion for fashion and design and the clothing range has been on the cards for some time. This blog is a chance for us to post all that interests us from all aspects of our lives and also news an updates to the clothing range. Hope you enjoy and please keep checking for updates.