January 2016 - Page 2 of 4

Check Out Why Khaliq’s “UTPT” EP

January 21, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

Yesterday the homie Why Khaliq dropped his much-anticipated “Under The Perspective Tree” (or UTPT for short) EP. With the project garnering attention from national blogs like Pigeons and Planes, and Khaliq’s signature thoughtful and technical raps, it’s not something you want to miss.

And that’s not even all. UTPT also boasts features from CamOnClouds and Lisa Lonewolf, as well as production from Lelan Foley.

Stream the project below, and be sure to head to the Amsterdam Bar on the 23rd for the official release party/show (details here). read more

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The 3 Worst Air Jordan Slang Terms

January 20, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

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Sneakerheads love making up nicknames. If they’re passionate about something, they’ll nickname it a million different ways, and think of even more ways to say it. This is one of the great things about the sneaker game: the slang. It’s unique, and you won’t find anything like it anywhere else.

However, like with all forms of dialect, there are a few downsides to this slang. In the sneaker dialect, it’s the nicknames some use to describe Air Jordans. There’s a plethora of names, both bad and good, but we picked out the three worst ones, and listed them in order. Let’s get right to it. read more

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Trends/Brands You’ll See In The Twin Cities This Year

January 19, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

Whoever said things come to the Midwest last clearly hasn’t been to the Twin Cities. We have our own unique style here, and generally buck trends in favor of being unique in our clothing choices.

However, trends catch on everywhere eventually, and there are a few that you’re bound to see around these parts sometime in 2016 (if you haven’t already). Here’s a short list of trends/brands that you’re bound to see in the Twin Cities this year.

Palace

Arguably the hottest brand of 2015, Palace is gradually making its way into MSP. There’s been a core group of Supreme lovers (especially in the Uptown area) for several years now, but over the last few months, there have been a few Palace sightings as well (I’m actually wearing a Palace shirt while typing this). If you’re already into Supreme or any other “skate” brand, or if you’re an Ian Connor disciple, you’ll be throwing on a garment with a tri-ferg logo or a P somewhere on it sooner rather than later. read more

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Music Mondays: January 18th

January 18, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

For today’s edition of Music Mondays, we bring you our favorite track off of Allan Kingdom‘s new project “Northern Lights”. Here’s “Monkey See”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEu2ZyLpXF4

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Sunday Sneaker Ramblings Vol. VIII

January 17, 2016January 17, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

It’s a week of 2016 firsts over here at KicksOneTwo.

On Friday, we had our first shameless Instagram plug of the year and today we’re hitting you with the first edition of Sunday Sneaker Ramblings you’ll see in 2016. If you’re not familiar with the segment, here’s a quick rundown: I share my unfiltered thoughts on any and everything that I found interesting that went on in the sneaker world this last week. Get it? Got it? Good. Let’s get right to it.

We’ve gotta start off with the biggest sneaker news of the week, the official unveiling of the Jordan XXX. Although the shoe isn’t much in the way of street style looks, that’s not what it was made for. It’s designed to be a premium performance shoe, and from the news we’ve heard about it, it appears to be just that. Only time will tell if it’ll be a classic, but it is certainly one of the best shoes on the market. Last year’s XXIX was one of the best performance basketball shoes ever (if you think otherwise, smack yourself), and the XXX should be able to carry on the torch. read more

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Kith x Adidas Tubular Doom = insert fire emoji’s

January 17, 2016January 16, 2016 by Emil Cienik

(Via Ronnie Fieg)

Adidas is the hottest brand out there right now. (Word to the homie Jahmade). Kith and Ronnie Fieg, despite rumors of having fell off, are still killing it. (Word to Jahmade, again).

On Thursday, King Ronald himself *in my best Ross Dwyer hypebeast-voice impression* dropped another bomb on IG. This time, coming in the form of a teaser for an upcoming Kith x Adidas collaboration. This Kith x Adidas Tubular Doom, shown above, features an all heathered grey Primeknit upper with black side paneling and heel supports. Kith’s signature “Just Us” slogan is featured prominently on the back heels. read more

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Shameless Instagram Plug V

February 18, 2016January 15, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

What’s up KicksOneTwo fam?

It’s only been a few weeks since the last one…but we’re here plugging our Instagram again. New year, new jawnz…and the last few jawnz we’ve thrown up are fire. We’ve got a wavy new watermark as well. Don’t believe us? Check below for proof, but make sure you’re in a cool and dry area first. The fire we’re about to bless your screen with might just set your machine ablaze, and we can’t be held responsible for any damage. read more

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The Strange Phenomenon Of “Nike Air” Nostalgia

January 14, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

Nostalgia is a funny thing. Everyone has something from their past that makes them think about how things used to be, and whatever may trigger that is different for everyone. For some, it’s what used to be on TV. For some, it’s how professional and college sports used to be. For some, it’s a strange fast food item like the McRib. For me (if you’re wondering) it was life as a kid before technology took everything over. Back in the day, we used to go get on our bikes and ride around looking for a pickup basketball game to play. Nowadays, kids get together and sit on their phones without talking. Ain’t that some shit? read more

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Happy Birthday MPLS Customs!

January 13, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

Here at KicksOneTwo, we’ve met a lot of great people in the local sneaker community. One or those people is our friend Sal, better known to most as MPLS Customs.

Not only is Sal the best sneaker customizer in the Twin Cities (all his art is done 100% by hand), he’s also a stand-up dude. You won’t meet anyone more chill and humble than him, and we’re glad to call him a friend. Enjoy a few pictures of his work below, and be sure to hit him up on Instagram or Twitter to check out his work if you’ve been living under a rock and haven’t seen it….and while you’re there, be sure to wish him a happy birthday. read more

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3 Kith Pieces You Need In Your Wardrobe

January 12, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

Here at KicksOneTwo when we find something we like, we support it fully. When it comes to water, all we drink is Voss (shouts to the Voss Boys..we see you). When it comes to fast-food hamburgers, all we eat is White Castle. And when it comes to clean, modern, well-made clothing, almost all we wear is Kith.

That’s right. We’re some of the biggest Kith stans you’ll ever meet, and we’re always hyped when Ronnie Fieg releases new jawnz. Lately, they’ve been coming out with enough fire to take down a large building, so we thought it would be only right for us to put you on game (if you aren’t already), and show you our 3 favorite new Kith pieces, with links so you can cop if you’re so inclined. Let’s get right to it. read more

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