IN THE TRENCHES

RIME MAG ONLINE STORE COMING SOON

2007-11-16T16:24:00.000-08:00

The RIME online store coming soon. Apparel, RIME issues, and all kinds of goodies. Here goes a preview of some of the stuff available
Estevan OriolXUpper Playground legendary LA shirt is available in the store

The New RIME logo tshirt designed by Mr. Cartoon is a must for all RIME Mag fans

The new brand to hit the streets Open Season is something you need for x-mas

More details about the online store TBA!!!

DJ SKEE'S BDAY @ LAX THURS 11/16

2007-11-16T15:29:00.000-08:00

One of West Coasts Biggest Hip-Hop DJ's, DJ Skee had a huge BDAY bash at the ultra exclusive CLUB LAX, where celebrities frequently go to. As expected the house was packed with rappers, industry peeps and top-notch honeys.
Here goes the flier

Here goes Cashis, DJ Skee and Omar Cruz having fun

David Banner, who actually said he recently moved to the West Coast and Skee

It definitely was Hollyhood since DJ Paul was chilling there

Up and Coming Rappers Fly Society, which pro skater TK (in middle) is a part of

Crooked I and Lexis Johnzon from the LBC

DJ Reflex moved the crowd

Thats whats up....straight westcoasting in Hollyhood!!

IMPRINT 2007 | 9/12-13 | Little Tokyo, Los Angeles

2007-09-11T11:51:00.000-07:00

IMPRINT 2007 is here. Going down September 12 - 13 at The National Center for the Preservation of Democracy (Little Tokyo, Los Angeles). If you can, you should definitely check out this seminar with some key talents speaking on the culture. Jeff Staple, Bobby Hundreds, Josh Spear and plenty others will be speaking.

Peep the flyer for details.

for more info, please check out the website: www.imprintlife.com

The Reed Space / Scion Installation in New York...

2007-09-11T11:48:00.000-07:00

While out in NY, I was able to go check out The Reed Space for the Scion Installation event. Big ups to the old Scion/Rebel homies Karen, Eric, Evan and Freddi C. Good seeing everyone... Also, big ups to Jeff, Nico, Morgan and the Staple/Reed Space fam for puttin' in work that night.

The intro...

The space...

The hosts... Jeff and Nico.

the crowd.

artwork...

more artwork...

and another...

and one more...

Not sure what this is... I think its art.

DJ Eleven and DJ Evil One holdin' down the soundtrack for the evening.

Artist Freddi C in town with friend.

Weapon of choice for the night...

Karen and Evil One makin' it happen all the way from Portland...

KENDO LA and Nike present... A BACKYARD BBQ!

2007-07-27T12:18:00.000-07:00

Come join Kendo LA and Nike as they celebrate Nike’s first TIER ZERO women’s release…

A BACKYARD BBQ
Sunday, July 29 7-11pm

Kendo
7218 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
www.kendo-la.com

RSVP: rsvp@kendo-la.com

LIVE FROM NYC
CLAW MONEY AND DJ LOVEBUG STAR

THE POINT presents... WORLD LOVE and 1THOLOGY!

2007-07-25T15:43:00.000-07:00

NIKE, UNDEFEATED AND THE POINT present...

WORLD LOVE and 1THOLOGY.

JULY 27, 2007
9PM - MIDNIGHT
HOLLYWOOD, CA
MUST RSVP: rsvpthepoint@nike.com
Music by DJ Soul

BATTLE OF THE BEATS - PART 2 | JUNE 22, 2007

2007-06-20T13:52:00.000-07:00

All going down in Little Tokyo, Downtown LA.

Rime Magazine always making it happen.

2007-06-13T13:19:00.000-07:00

AllenCharles Keeping it crackin' with WC & Crazy Toones.
WC guilty by affiliation coming summer 07 produced by:ICE CUBE

Rime Summertime

2007-06-12T17:34:00.000-07:00

Scions Rendition Art Show

2007-06-12T16:34:00.000-07:00

Scion put together an art show last Sat. June 9th, curated by Eyeone from SH crew. Works many of LA's finest graff writers and alot of cool heads were on the open bar and in the instant photo booth.

Bob Marleys Lion

2007-06-12T15:12:00.000-07:00

We got a new addition to the RIME office. Its Bob Marleys iron lion...zion, but foreals, it was bought at an auction by SA studios and is chilling downstairs. I think if you smoke the lion out, it might come to life.

KARAN KORON:ART SHOW THIS THURSDAY

2007-06-12T14:49:00.000-07:00

Rime Magazines very own Patrick Martinez is featured in this LA art show with a ton of other dope artists. The show is about custom painted Getas, wooden japanese shoes. Ch-ch-check it out.

TI up in the house...

2007-05-30T17:09:00.000-07:00

TI came through the office last week for a photoshoot with Estevan handling the photos. Thanks to Ani and Daniela for helping me out with behind-the-scene pics. Daniela also sat down with TI and interviewed him for an upcoming issue of Rime. Stay tuned...

Peep the Nike Max Air slippers TI is rockin'...

enjoy!

24 Hour Kobe Event begins this Friday 4.6

2007-04-05T15:35:00.000-07:00

24 For 24, hosted by #24

A 24-Hour Basketball Charity Event benefiting Kobe’s VIVO Foundation and the LA Lakers Youth Foundation at THE POINT

Beginning at midnight the evening of Friday, April 6th, the Zoom Kobe II will be on sale at THE POINT. 24 of the pairs will be autographed by Kobe. Chances are random, but those 24 lucky purchasers will have the opportunity to be on court with Kobe as well as a meet and greet with #24 on the afternoon of April 7th.

We will also begin selling limited edition Nike T-shirts for $24 at THE POINT, with all proceeds benefiting the VIVO and Lakers Youth Foundation. All those who purchase a T-shirt before noon on April 7th will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to also be on court with Kobe the afternoon of April 7th.

There will also be a 24 hour silent auction going on, so bring your wallets! Some of the hot auction items include two tickets to the American Idol finale taping, Los Angeles Lakers tickets, a party hosted by Nike iD for you and 24 of your friends, a pair of LE Zoom Kobe I's (81 Point) and many more limited edition items.

Tip-off for the 24 Hour basketball game is at midnight the evening of Friday, April 6th … so be sure to be there to cheer on the players.

Event begins at 9pm on Friday, April 6th.
1542 N. Cahuenga Blvd. (between Sunset and Selma)
Valet Parking, Complimentary food and drink provided.
RSVP required: rsvpthepoint@nike.com (please insert 24 For 24 in subject line)
Invite includes addressee +1 guest (invite is non-transferable)

* You can catch Rime's own Erth1, A-Rob and Big CD hoopin' it up at 3AM (yes, AM)!

Art ShowXHipHop Project Scrng X Loft Party

2007-03-13T12:24:00.000-07:00

This Saturday in a nondescript area of the Artists district in Downtown LA, some of LA's burgeoning creative energy will be centered together at the Hidden Trac to witness the first LA screening of Queen Latifahs "Hip Hop Project" (630-800), Art Show (830-1030) with a big canvas done by Kofie/Retna and many others will be showing there too and a wicked Loft Party with Fresh DJ's (1030-3ish) in a new virgin location that is now undisclosed and the info will be released soon

*Just Added to the Roster:
Special Screening of
The Hip Hop:Project
Prior to the Event.
6:30-8:00pm.

From Executive Producers Bruce Willis and Queen Latifah, The Hip Hop Project is the compelling story of Kazi, a formerly homeless teenager who inspires a group of New York City teens to transform their life stories into powerful works of art, using hip hop as vehicle for self-development and personal discovery. In contrast to all the negative attention focused on hip hop, this is a story of hope, healing and the realization of dreams.

For more information about the film please visit - www.hiphopproject.com

Hidden_Trac Vol.1
.March 17th, 2007.
Get HIP to the Art Reception 8pm-10:30pm Free
Then HOP to the Loft Gathering 10:30pm-3ish $10

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MAGIC in Vegas Feb '07 recap

2007-02-28T01:23:00.000-08:00

The RIME Mag crew went in full force at the Magic Show in Feb. 14-17, where all the fashion industry comes together to do what they do and all these people come to party, promote and bullshit. This time was special because it coincided with the 1st ever NBA all-star weekend in Vegas, AKA the busiest weekend in Vegas ever. The only place that you can see Russell Simmons, Michael Jordan in one day and also go to a free private Roots Concert (thx 4 the invite Ani). Goodtimes....

The Step Up in the LBC every Sat. starting March 3rd..

2007-02-28T01:11:00.000-08:00

Introducing "The Step Up" brought to you by Party Pack Promotions with new guest DJ's and sponsors every week. The New spot every Saturday in Long Beach that you will be going to soon..

AF25 Patent Leather heaters...

2007-02-22T09:45:00.000-08:00

Here's a sneak peek at some patent leather AF25 heat!

ALL STAR WEEKEND | NIKE AF25 SNEAK PEEK...

2007-02-22T08:47:00.000-08:00

Rime was out in Vegas this past week to attend all the tradeshows and All Star festivities. Nike was nice enough to invite us to attend their ALL-STAR VIP suite which was tucked away at the Palms Hotel. This 2-story adult playground was packed with all the goodies a Nike head could want... Open bar, food, basketball court, A-List celebs, artists and athletes plus superior goodie bags.

Big thanks to the Nike crew for hooking it up.

Here's a little glimpse...

Door girl.

Custom Air Force wallpaper...

Words to remember as you enter and leave.

Custom Air Force pillows...

More custom AF pillows...

This suite comes with its own bball court.

Coop practicing for Saturday's team shootout!

Upstairs shootin pool.

Overlooking the living room.

In the presence of a legend... COOP x Erth1!

more to come.

Tech N9NE Show @ Key Club

2007-02-21T13:05:00.000-08:00

Tech N9ne was at the Key Club on Feb. 7 in Hollywood. He packed the place to capacity with his loyal fans wearing his shirts, make-up and signature red hair. RIME Mag was in the house to give out free mags, and realize that Tech N9ne is a good performer and has good pull for a hip hop show. He brought Krishtine De Leon from Rolling Stone's reality show and seraneded her on stage, with their orange jumpsuits on. So check out his new album, Everready, in stores now...Here goes some pics for those that missed out

JASON MARKK - PREMIUM SNEAKER SOLUTION

2007-02-05T22:06:00.000-08:00

So you call yourself a sneakerhead huh... But are you really disciplined enough to keep your game tight? A true pimp of the game spends hours a week makin sure his/her doggs are crispy when they exit the box or return to their home.

JASON MARKK- Premium Sneaker Solution adds years to your game. Keepin your kicks dirt free is one dimension not to be overlooked. Stay tuned for the takeover... you heard it first here!

In the meantime, peep the press release and product shots.

Big ups to Jay and the crew. Big developments in the works... Don't sleep!

So fresh and so clean clean...
From the beginnings of sneaker culture in the mid-80s, there has always been a fascination for keeping your sneakers looking clean and fresh out-of-the-box. Today isn’t any different. The majority of shoe cleaners currently on the market contain harmful chemicals which can discolor and damage shoes, hence are not trusted by most. Ask any sneakerhead how they clean their sneakers and you’ll hear countless remedies ranging from“toothpaste + warm water” to “Oxyclean + laundry detergent” to “car wipes in the purple container” to “dishwashing soap + bleach” and the list goes on and on.

Finally, a sneaker cleaner you can trust...
Designed specifically with the sneakerhead in mind, Jason Markk Premium Sneaker Solution is the first sneaker cleaner to cater solely to the sneaker boutique market. This product does not contain any harsh chemicals or abrasives, is 98.3% natural, and is completely biodegradable. Not only is it safe to use on your prized sneakers, it’s easy
on the environment!

Jason Markk P.S.S. is a gentle, foaming solution that effectively cleans and conditions, removing dirt and stains that inevitably occur during wear. This product is safe to use on all colors and materials. Leather, vinyl, rubber, canvas, cloth, nylon, suede…you name it, wherever it is safe to use water, it’s safe to use Jason Markk P.S.S. Use for everyday maintenance to keep your joints looking fresh!

Come clean. Come correct.

About Jason Markk
We make premium goods and accessories for the sneaker boutique market. Our goal is to fulfill the needs and wants of today’s sneaker boutique consumer by offering innovative, high-quality products and accessories. Our mission is to become the most widely recognized and trusted sneaker product and accessory brand in the world.

Our premier product, Jason Markk Premium Sneaker Solution, launches February 2007 and can be found in select sneaker and streetwear boutiques nationwide.

The Jason Markk website, JASONMARKK.COM, will be fully-operational early Spring of 2007. In addition to learning more about the brand, you can peep the newest offerings and keep up with the latest happenings. Best of all, you’ll be able to purchase exclusive items made available only via JASONMARKK.COM.

Look for JasonMarkk in a boutique near you.

TECH N9NE IN LA @ KEY CLUB

2007-02-01T14:05:00.000-08:00

Fashionista Party @ bbkings on friday

2007-01-22T14:23:00.000-08:00

Come Thru, this friday at Universal Citywalk in BB Kings with an all star line up of LA's up and coming artists dj's, mc's and clothing companies.

Vida Guerra DVD Release Party

2006-12-22T16:54:00.000-08:00

Vida Guerra the woman with the nicest booty in the world....had a DVD release party of her DVD "Exposed" at the Avalon in Hollywood on 12/19/06. Booty Booty Booty shake it in the air!!!

Mi Vida Loca

Crazy 90's Actors-Glenn Plummer (Deuce!) & Tommy Davidson (In living color) and the Shark!

The 2 Jessicas-The one on the right is in a group called "Prima J" just got signed to Geffen records..be on the lookout for her.

RIME MAGAZINE - ISSUE 19 - OUT NOW!!

2006-12-16T10:49:00.000-08:00

GET EM BEFORE THEY SELL OUT.

COVERS ARE ICE CUBE, DAZ AND TOO SHORT.

HERE'S A GLIMPSE OF THE ICE CUBE COVER...

* If you are a hip hop artist or lifestyle brand and interested in advertising or would like to get involved with Rime Magazine's Lifestyle Section, please contact: Erth1 - erth1@secretempireagency.com

EDUKATION ATHLETICS presents... XMAS SHOW - 12/21 | sponsored by R I M E

2006-12-16T10:44:00.000-08:00

STRONG BEACH STAND UP!

Come out and pick up the new issue of RIME MAGAZINE at the Edukation Athletics Christmas Show going down December 21, 2006!

* Plenty of giveaways all night long from the sponsors.

MERRY XMAS!
BE SAFE!

Tyrese Photo Shoot

2006-11-27T12:14:00.000-08:00

Here goes some photos of our last photo shoot of Tyrese, with Estevan Oriol on the camera lens. His new album drops on 12.12.06 for those Tyrese fans out there.....

ICE T'S WIFEY READIN' RIME MAGAZINE...

2006-11-13T12:32:00.000-08:00

This just dropped in my lap right now... Ice T's wifey checkin out Rime Magazine.

Stay tuned for the upcoming issue and launch of the re-designed website.

www.rimemagazine.com

TAJE (Thug Life/Lost Souls/Wardoggz) BDAY PHOTOS!

2006-11-13T01:01:00.000-08:00

Taje celebrated his bday this past Saturday at downtown Long Beach's "The Cave." Packed with a very friendly girl/guy ratio, the birthday boy along with Noni Spitz grabbed the mic to drop a few rhymes.

Make sure to go pick up your copy of Taje's "Hot Box" cd.

Enjoy the pics...

Taje and Noni Spitz holdin' down the m-i-c.

The birthday boy! Go pick up his latest cd, "HOT BOX"

Noni Spitz tellin' you to go pick up his latest mixtape, "W.I.M.S. (Walking In My Shoes)."

Havin' fun, thanks to Mr. Corona.

Get down... get down!

Taje in night vision.

DJ Gemini on the 1's and 2's.

DJ Baby Gee and friend.. say "CHEESE"!

Don't you wish you were here!

It's gettin' hot in here...

Dem Jointz and Krys Ivory... Look out for her new mixtape coming out in Jan. titled "ASK ABOUT ME."

Krys Ivory and Candice Pillay... Look out for Candice's new mixtape coming out in Jan titled "TAKE A PICTURE."

Noni Spitz and Taje taking a moment from the hustle to throw up the "W".

Crowd shot... ladies were in full force tonight.

Taje and Dae One... LABELS, YOUR SLEEPING FOR NOT SIGNING THESE TWO YET!

Let me see those "W's"

Big ups to Taje, Noni Spitz and Dae One for the invite.

Support the movement:
www.myspace.com/1taje
www.myspace.com/120daeone
www.myspace.com/nonispitz
www.rimemagazine.com

Stash and Slick present "RUST IN PIECE" | Event photos!

2006-11-10T10:01:00.000-08:00

This past Thursday marked a historical exhibition for two of today's and yesteday's most influential graff artists. Connecting the bridge between NY and LA, Stash and Slick created a nice flow of art, multimedia, music, drinks, goodie bags and good friends. All going down in the back gallery over at Melt Comics. If you need your comic fix, this is the place to be. Toys, comics, vintage posters, vintage collectables and even $1000 dollar toddler Nike leather jackets... this place has everything you can possibly imagine.

Peep the flyer for location info. Show runs from November 9 - December 22, 2006.

Enjoy the flix...

The place to be this past Thursday night and every night. 7522 Sunset Blvd. (323) 851-7223

Opening ceremonies...

Stash laser skate decks; only 30 made. Guess who picked one up and got it signed by the master... that sucker is going on the office wall!

Rust In Peace...

more Stash crazyness.

Now that's what I call a Top to Bottom... Slick's wall of art!

more Slick art...

Slick tags...

More Slick...

this one is bananas!

Stash keeps em' coming...

more Stash art. Rust cans on canvas...

Stash in neon... for sale too!

more Stash art.

and speaking of... Stash with Rime's Erth1.

another of Stash's creations...

Crowd shot.

Money Mark and the gang gettin funky wit it!

Doin it big! Slick and Danny Boy.

more Slick tags... each one is sick! This cat has style for days...

more Slick tags...

and yet another. Slick did at least 50 different tag styles. Amazing!

Open bar makes for a great night!

more Stash art.

Greedy Genius crew in the house.

another crowd shot.

Players paradise... Erth, Slick, Danny Boy

Blokhedz in the house. My old neighbors from Culver City reppin for the cause! Madd Twinz doing big things. Make sure to peep the Blokhedz comic.

It's a wrap.

Much respect to Stash, Slick, Tina (A Dope Dist.) and Melt Comics.

Support the cause:
www.reconstore.com
www.dissizit.com
www.adopedistribution.com
www.meltcomics.com
www.rimemagazine.com

Movement: Hip Hop in LA | Opening Reception photos

2006-11-05T00:42:00.000-08:00

Friday evening served as a night of art, culture and hip hop in LA history, and we had Rime's very own Pat Martinez involved with the event showing his Tupac piece. With LA talents showing art ranging from traditional paintings, graffiti, photography, installations, video and even chocolates... the city can sleep a little easier knowing hip hop in LA, after all these years, has had a positive effect on the city and its' youth.

A big thank you to the Department of Cultural Affairs for the City of Los Angeles. They put on a very fresh event featuring historical artifacts from LA's extensive history in Hip Hop.

Special shout out to all who participated: Marcus Anthony, B+, Chaz Bojorquez, Greg Bojorquez, Raul "Frame" Gamboa, Ben Higa, Abraham Kalili, Kazz B, Kofie, Jonus Lara, Man One, Patrick Martinez, Mathew McDaniel, Mear, Eriberto Oriol, Estevan Oriol, Relic, Retna, Tempt One, Saber One, Sherm, Eric "Cre8" Walker and Ani Yapundzhyan.

Here's some photo's... enjoy!

* If you are interested in Pat Martinez's art or would like to book him for an art showing, please contact:
Erth1 | SecretEmpire - erth1@secretempireagency.com

www.RIMEMAGAZINE.com

UNITY - NOV. 06' - PHOTOS

2006-11-04T18:20:00.000-08:00

This past Thursday (11.2) was the return of UNITY. A special event, created by Bigga B (rip), that blazed trails for LA's deep-rooted hip hop talent pool and sparked the careers for some of today's most influential West Coast artists, producers and dj's. Ending in the late 1990's and returning in 2006, UNITY is back to reclaim the true essence of what West Coast hip hop is all about.

This past Thursday brought heavyweights like Alchemist, Ras Kass, Self Scientific, Sick Symphonies, Strong Arm Steady and special appearance by Planet Asia while DJ Muggs, Mark Luv, Rhettmatic and Mr. Choc held down the wheelz of steel.

Big ups to DJ Muggs, Chase Infinite, Angeles Records and SA Studios for bringing back a ground-breaking event that not only defines hip hop, but a movement. Rime Magazine is honored to be a sponsor.

Here's some pics... enjoy!

Be sure to check out the next UNITY going down DECEMBER 7th.

More info:
www.myspace.com/unitysuperfest
www.RIMEMAGAZINE.com

Hi-Tek photoshoot last week.

2006-11-04T18:03:00.000-08:00

Last week Hi-Tek came through for a nice little photoshoot in the Rime warehouse. He's promoting his new album "Hi-Teknology 2 - The Chip" off of Babygrande and will be performing in LA at the end of Nov. The album is in stores now so go pick it up! Also be on the look out for Hi-Tek production on upcoming Aftermath projects.

Special thanks to Hi-Tek, Jonny, Big D and Evette for coming through, and Mr. Cartoon for taking some time to kick it.

Stay tuned for Rime's January issue with the Hi-Tek interview.

Enjoy!

Taken from the stairs overlooking our warehouse.

Rockin' LRG. Big ups my man Albert and the LRG fam.

Hi-Tek doing big thangs... what!

Show and tell time... photos came out saucy.

After a little visit next door, Toons get the 64' dancin. Showing Tek and the crew how LA get's down... Joker style!

Everyday hustlin'... Hi-Tek (Aftermath/Babygrande), Mr. Cartoon (SA Studios/Joker brand), Erth1 (Rime Mag/SecretEmpire)

www.RIMEMAGAZINE.com

PATRICK MARTINEZ x LA WEEKLY COVER

2006-11-01T11:36:00.000-08:00

Rime's very own Patrick Martinez has graced the cover of this week's LA Weekly with a painting of Miguel Contreras.

If you don't know who Miguel Contreras is, then you should pick one up to find out. You should grab one anyways for the art.

Better hurry, tomorrow is the last day then the new issue comes out.

Patrick will also be in an art show this weekend. Scroll down for the LA Movement flyer.

CO-DEEZ IN LA... BLAZIN' THE STAGE AT ZEN SUSHI..

2006-10-26T12:10:00.000-07:00

Rime Magazine was on hand to check out KHAN gong down every Wednesday night at Zen Sushi. SecretEmpire's very own CO-DEEZ made it down to LA via Oakland to rock the stage along with Self Scientific, Soul Elevation (Toquon & DJ Icy Ice), The Network, Rhythm Natives, Customer Service, Kail and El Prez with resident DJ's F Plus, Soup and Blu Jemz.

Big thanks to Act Live, 3 AM and the Truece Project for inviting me down and for bringing in some quality talent to rock the stage.

Here some pics... enjoy!

www.myspace.com/codeez
www.myspace.com/secretempireagency
www.myspace.com/soundspecialists

Police Brutality Rally this Sunday

2006-10-17T21:42:00.000-07:00

Its the sound of the beast!! If you never been to a rally, this is a good starter for you and if you think organized protests will make you feel empowered against the beast then take some action and come out this sunday...brought to you by the October 22 coalition

INFAMY GRAFFITI MOVIE IN STORES NOW

2006-10-17T21:34:00.000-07:00

LIKE SCRATCH WAS FOR DJ'S INFAMY IS FOR GRAFF WRITERS AND FROM THE SAME DIRECTOR, WATCH IT AND GO BOMBING!

BLACK FIVES NIKE PARTY FRIDAY THE 13TH

2006-10-17T21:08:00.000-07:00

NIKE HAD A DOPE PARTY ON FRIDAY THE 13TH IN DOWNTOWN LA IN SOME HUGE EMPTY HALL ON SPRING ST. IT WAS A HARLEM RENAISSANCE THEME AND SOME PEOPLE DRESSED ACCORDINGLY. A GOOD BAND CALLED REBIRTH PERFORMED AND THE OPEN BAR WAS A BLAST. THE BEST THING THOUGH WAS THE ROULETTE TABLE THEY HAD, NO REAL MONEY THOUGHT BUT THAT GAME IS DOPE.

DECENT CROWD @ 9PM

THERE WAS EVEN A BBALL COURT ON ONE SIDE

THERE WAS A VAULT WITH SOME NIKE PRODUCT IN IT..WHERES THE BENJI'S AT

LA HIP HOP MOVEMENT

2006-10-17T20:51:00.000-07:00

THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES APPRECIATES HIP HOP THRU THE BUREAU OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS AND IS SPONSORING 4 EVENTS GOING FROM NOV-DEC THAT HAVE SOME INTERESTING EVENTS FROM WOMEN IN HIP HOP, GRAFFITI, URBAN FILM AND AN OLD SCHOOL JAM SESSION.

FLIER DESIGN BY PATRICKMARTINEZ.COM

Conart Show @ Crewest

2006-10-09T17:59:00.000-07:00

O.G. Conart is doing a show at the Crewest gallery in Downtown LA off of Winston and b/t Main and Los Angeles. Check it out if you know whats up.

Del Tha Funky Homosapien show

2006-10-09T15:58:00.000-07:00

Del Tha Funky Homosapien show @ The Glass House in Pomona. RIME Mag went to check it out and see the Del-man. He did a good show busted out some classic Hiero stuff, his solo stuff and his OG Gorillaz song. Motion Man and Mike Relm also performed too.

Mike Relm ripped it with the new DVD turntables and some crazy scratching. Sick with it.

THA BLOCK DVD MAG RELEASE PARTY

2006-10-09T15:29:00.000-07:00

Tha Block DVD (thablockdvdmag.com) Party did it big at Garden of Eden on Thursday Sept. 28. It was alot of fun w/ Crooked I hosting and DJ Warrior and DJ Strong spinning. The funny thing about it is that the Garden of Eden is known for some classy, dress code enforced Hollywood BS...but everyone was dressed down and chill....so thanks to Flawless and Chuck for making that happen and inviting us out.

Chuck from Tha Block DVD Mag definitely had fun

Manny from Streetwise Clothing and DJ Strong from Cali Untouchables chilling

It was a packed house at the Garden that night

Shark-man, Korean twins that speak Portuguese and Pat-Man

Blue Scholars show in LA

2006-10-09T14:02:00.000-07:00

If ya'll never heard of Blue Scholars-check out their myspace myspace.com/bluescholars-you should because they the hottest MC's out of Seattle, WA....w/MC Gio and DJ/Producer Sabzi under their own Mass Line Records performed at the Viper Room on Sunset sponsored by the Glue Network.

Bambu from Native Guns was chilling there that night...he's another Ill rapper from the L.A. Area

Roscoe Umali reppin...check out his mixtape w/ DJ Warrior, pretty sick. O yea Jason chilling in both pics looking fresh.

Game Photo Shoot

2006-10-09T13:03:00.000-07:00

The other day we had The Game come through for a photo shoot by our director of photography, the one and only-Estevan Oriol. Hes going to be in our Dec. issue. The Game repping hard like always, you know C-P-T style. Check it out

RIME Mag @ ASR Sept 8-10

2006-09-22T13:53:00.000-07:00

RIME Mag. Repped @ the recent ASR from Fri-Sun in San Diego Sept. 8-10. Here goes a couple of Pics for all of you'se out there. On Friday we partied with the kids from the bureau clothing (www.rockthebureau.com) at the Crooks & Castles/skateboard mag party and a bunch of other companies, where DJ A-Trak ripped the turntables and crazy issh outside abruptly ended the night...but it was fun while it lasted. Here goes some pics for you'se out there 2 check out.

Some Hot Oakley Girls reppin the Magazine

Dangerous Pirates Clothing crew reppin...

Pro Sk8r Mike York....repping for RIME Mag....he has a crazy ass grill.

Glue Network (www.thegluenetwork.com) did a huge mural that was pretty ill. Look at em working so hard and raising funds for breast cancer foundation Keep A Breast

The famous game of sk8 sponsored by eS ensued at ASR. Im not sure who this is or what he did but it was real technical and involved alot of practice, but the winner was this kid from Germany named Alex Mizurov who beat out Chris Cole on a swith bs 180 front foot flip..one could only imagine!

Long Beachs favorite skater TK, Terry Kennedy and dope Rap Producer Felix AKA Fuzzy reps RIME Mag

Volcom always does crazy shit, this year they all pretended they were fred and barney and was in an episode of Flintstones all dressed up and everything.

This Saturday @ Subterrain

2006-09-21T13:36:00.000-07:00

If you aint doing anything on saturday...Huge sale of dope, ill clothes/shoes whatever and free issues of RIME Magazine & Live Performances...

Summer Magic Expo in Vegas

2006-09-12T17:36:00.000-07:00

RIME MAG represented in Vegas at the last Magic Expo and also at Project and Pool Tradeshows during the last week of August. Here goes some pics of Buffy (damnnn), DJ Grand Wizzard Theodore, an OG Pic of Hip Hop Legends: Melle Mel, Grandmaster Cas, Kool Herc (the 1st ever dj) and Coke La Rock (the 1st ever MC) repping sedgwick and cedar clothing, the pic of drinks we all had at the open bar @ Hard Rock, Booya Tribe reppin, and the RIME affiliates after 5 drinks each.

MEXICO'S ROAD TO GLORY! presented by Nike and Rime Magazine

2006-06-08T15:13:00.000-07:00

Rime Magazine has teamed up with our good friends over at Nike once again to celebrate Mexico's road to glory for the World Cup. Starting with Mexico's first game against Iran (June 11 @ 9AM), there will be games, food, giveaways and live entertainment plus Rime Magazine will have complimentary issues on hand, while supplies last.

The first 25 people to arrive will receive complimentary Nike futsal soccer balls and everyone will have a chance to win limited edition Nike product.

Why sleep in on a Sunday morning when you can be cheering on Mexico with friends and celebrating the new issue of Rime Magazine.

World Cup is no joke... come see for yourself!

MEXICO vs. IRAN - Sunday June 11 @ 9AM

Football Club
7018 Melrose Ave.
(between La Brea & Sycamore Ave.)
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Complimentary food, drinks and valet parking provided
MUST RSVP TO: info@rimemagazine.com

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FROM STADIUM TO THE STREET - JUNE 2, 2006

2006-05-28T12:02:00.000-07:00

Nike and Rime Magazine present... "From Stadium To The Streets."

Nike has teamed up with Rime Magazine to invite select Los Angeles designers and have them customize World Cup apparel for an awesome cause. There will be a silent auction of each designers final pieces with proceeds going to HOLA (Heart of Los Angeles Youth) that will benefit their newly established futsal league at Lafayette Park.

FRIDAY JUNE 2, 2006
8PM - MIDNIGHT
SILENT AUCTIN: 8P - 10P

Featured designers are:
Alicia Lawhon
Edoardo Chavarin
Freddie Rojas
Frecuecia Modulada
Juan “Lucky” Alvarez
Miguel de La Barracuda
Patrick Martinez

Nike Football Club
7018 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
RSVP: joga.bonito.us@nike.com (invite is good for you plus one guest)
Valet parking

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NIKE 3-ON-3 FUTBOL LEAGUE : WEEK 2

2006-05-28T12:01:00.000-07:00

As each week passes, the skill level continues to increase. Each team is taking it more serious now and the fourth week is building to be a battle for the trip to Brazil. A big thanks to Nike for this weeks iTunes gift! Can't wait for next week and the shipment of my iD World Cup AF1's.

JOGA BONITO!

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www.rimemagazine.com

NIKE 3-ON-3 FUTBOL LEAGUE : WEEK 1

2006-05-20T12:33:00.000-07:00

So this past Thursday we started the Nike 3-on-3 Futbol league. Nike invited some of LA's creative trailblazers, including Undefeated, Union, GreyOne, Crewest, Blends, Dim Mak, Rime Mag and a bunch of others, to their futbol club in Los Angeles. The league is going on for four weeks with the grand prize being a trip to Brazil! All team players were also able to iD a special edition World Cup AF1 for taking part in the league. I just kept it simple... pics to come once the kicks are in hand. The pics at the bottom are from the Nike World Cup exhibit located inside the clubhouse. enjoy.

Joga Bonito!

Pics from Week 1
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LIVE PAINTING TODAY AT CREWEST - ARTWALK 2K6

2006-04-22T09:45:00.000-07:00

Live painting at Crewest Gallery
by Kofie, Retna, and Eyeone!

TODAY, SATURDAY April 22, 2006

Noon-6pm

FREE.

Crewest Gallery
110 Winston St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013

(213) 627-8272 ph / (213) 559-0525 fx

info@crewest.com
www.crewest.com

SOUL SIGNIFICANCE ART SHOW -- Pics, Pics and more Pics...

2006-04-16T02:43:00.000-07:00

Just got back from an incredible night over at Crewest. The event was a huge success and RIME would like to thank everyone who came out as well as to all the sponsors and artists involved.

Make sure to stay tuned for the closing reception, MAY 7TH. There will be a fashion show as well as a few other goodies.

enjoy.

Support the fam:
www.crewest.com
www.rimemagazine.com
www.jokerbrand.com
www.nike.com
www.lost.seekingheaven.com
www.theseventhletter.com
www.estevanoriol.com
www.mistercartoon.com
www.eribertooriol.com
suprememundane.com
www.keepdrafting.com
www.marquislewis.com
www.thevisionlab.com
www.idealistcloth.com

R.I.P. PROOF (D12)

2006-04-11T09:43:00.000-07:00

Another soldier lost.

R.I.P. PROOF

Our hearts and prayers go out to his family, D12 and the Shady fam.

Respect.Blessings.One.

FREE ISSUES OF RIME MAGAZINE !!!

2006-04-04T15:07:00.000-07:00

RIME MAGAZINE FREE AT WE THE PEOPLE FESTIVAL!

SATURDAY - APRIL 8TH, 2006

LIMITED EDITION UNITE TEES FREE!

IDEALIST will be giving away Limited Edition “Unite” tees along with a copy of RIME MAGAZINE and a SAIGON mixtape!
@ WE THE PEOPLE Saturday April 8th.

WE THE PEOPLE Festival is a progressive gathering representing the social consciousness of urban art featuring performances by:

IMMORTAL TECHNIQUE / SAUL WILLIAMS / PSYCHO REALM / X-CLAN / B-SIDE PLAYERS / SELF SCIENTIFIC / LOS NATIVOS / QUINTO SOL / NATIVE GUNS / WAR CLUB / ICEY ICE / ORATOR / COUNTERSTRYKE / BREEZE / HOSTED BY FIDEL RODRIGUEZ OF DIVINE FORCES RADIO 90.7

ALL AGES taking place @ WLCAC Grounds 10950 South Central Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90059 more info:
www.wethepeoplefestival.com
www.projectsweatshop.com
www.rimemagazine.com
www.idealistcloth.com - uniting the streets of Los Angeles!

EBAY REPORT... March 30, 2006

2006-03-31T23:05:00.000-08:00

HERE'S SOME FINDS WHILE SURFING THE EBAY WAVES.

CLASSICS FO THAT ASS... YA HEARD!

Main Source - Breaking Atoms

Low Profile - We're In This Together

DJ Shadow / Cut Chemist Brainfreeze pack

"House Calls" - programming by Dr. Dre

C.I.A. - "My Posse" - production by Dr. Dre

Fugees Tranzlator Crew - Blunted On Reality

Cool C - I Gotta Habit

DJ Afrika Bambaataa - Death Mix Live

more gems to come...

BOO YAA TRIBE make a cameo at the office today.

2006-03-28T23:40:00.000-08:00

We had some legendary rydaz in the office today. Boo Yaa Tribe came through on this rainy Tuesday afternoon so Estevan could snap away. They bumped some new tracks off their upcoming album that were straigt HEAT. Now being a fellow C-Arsonist, it's hard to not like their music. I mean c'mon, they are the Triple OG of gangsta music and have been for over 15 years now. What you know about some "Psyko Funk"! Peep who did the remix and the album artwork... Yup, thats Prince Paul on the remix instrumental and legendary LA graff artist Slick handling the artwork. Remember folks this is circa 1990!

12" courtesy of Erth's collection. Bringin' it way back.

Holla!

ON SALE NOW!

2006-03-28T08:52:00.000-08:00

ISSUE #17 ON SALE NOW!

ENJOY!

RIME Teaser - #18

2006-03-28T08:47:00.000-08:00

Just a taste of a little sumthin'...

enjoy!

SOUL SIGNIFICANCE art/fashion show -- APRIL 15TH

2006-03-28T08:10:00.000-08:00

Rime along with SA Studios, Crewest, Joker, Nike, Seventh Letter, Seeking Heaven, Visionlab and Idealist bring you...

SOUL SIGNIFICANCE art/fashion show!

APRIL 15TH, 2006

Showing new works from Rob Abeyta Jr., Juan "Lucky" Alvarez, Patrick Martinez, Retna, Eriberto Oriol, Eyeone and Kofie.

All going down at the new CREWEST location in downtown!!
110 Winston St.
Los Angeles, CA

Peep the flyer for more details.

Support the fam:
www.rimemagazine.com
www.nike.com
www.estevanoriol.com
www.mistercartoon.com
www.suprememundane.com
www.jokerbrand.com
www.crewest.com
www.theseventhletter.com
www.seekingheaven.com
www.thevisionlab.com
www.idealistcloth.com

MOTION X IMPACT | event pics

2006-03-26T12:52:00.000-08:00

RIME just did an event (3/25) with Nike in celebration of the Kobe Zoom 1 shoe release. Artwork done by WK Interact.
Event was a success and was packed with tons of industry heads.

Big ups to Nike for all their support, RIME staff for making it happen, the DJ's (GoldenTreez, Warrior, Fredwreck) for holdin' it down (literally) and to everyone who came out.

Stay tuned for more RIME events...

the goodies:

BIG UPS TO BLANCA AND JAMAL FROM NIKE!
BIG UPS TO JASON, ERTH1, PAT AND RALPH FROM RIME!
BIG UPS TO EVERYONE WHO MADE IT OUT!

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RIME MAGAZINE and NIKE present... MOTION X IMPACT

2006-03-26T11:30:00.000-08:00

Welcome to RIME MAGAZINE's BLOG

2006-03-26T10:31:00.000-08:00

ENJOY!

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