Nicol David and Deborah Henry #MakeAPromise

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If you have no idea what #MakeAPromise is, its a campaign where Louis Vuitton partners with UNICEF to support children in need. Their aim is to raise funds for the organization and give support to children who are exposed to conflict, diseases, natural disasters and other situations that threaten their safety and well-being.

How does the campaign work, you ask? Louis Vuitton has launched a special edition Silver Lockit that has a lock pendant with Louis Vuitton’s monogram on it. It is inspired by the unpick-able tumbler lock invented by Georges Vuitton in 1890 as a symbol of protection—also sealing one’s promise to help children in urgent need. The Lockit is available in necklace and bracelet form that are being sold for RM2,300 each in Louis Vuitton boutiques worldwide and on louisvuitton.com/lvforunicef. With each purchase, RM900 will be donated to UNICEF. Alongside the Silver Lockit, Louis Vuitton’s digital campaign #MAKEAPROMISE aims to raise awareness and funds around the world at the occasion of the sixth biennial UNICEF Ball in Los Angeles. 

Recently, our very own Datuk Nicol David and Deborah Henry have joined the campaign in making a promise to help children that are in urgent need and to make the world a better place for them. Aside from being one of the world’s top female squash players, Datuk Nicol David has devoted her time to raisefunds for the National Heart Institution as well as relief aid for the tsunami and earthquake victims in Japan. Former Miss Universe Malaysia, Deborah Henry co-founded Fugee School, a non-profit charity organisation dedicated to providing education to refugee children from war-torn Somalia. This time they join hands with Louis Vuitton and UNICEF’s mission to provide children with essential protection, healthcare, safe water, nutrition and education. If you wish to be part of the campaign and help these children, you can get your own Silver Lockits now in any Louis Vuitton outlet now.

Women’s Nike Air Huarache Ultra

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Nike Sportswear continues their re-imaginations of the classic Nike Air Huarache with this new modern remodel dubbed the Air Huarache Ultra. Nike’s new Air Huarache Ultra preserves the original’s revolutionary DNA while adopting more modern-day features. The women’s-specific silhouette features plenty of DNA from the OG Huarache silhouette, but with an updated all-mesh upper, Dynamic Flywire, and a retooled, lower-profile sole unit. The Flywire cord lacing system envelops the upper, offering lock-down support and unprecedented fit. The shoe’s classic dotted pattern, which had previously only appeared on the heel, now covers the entirety of the midsole unit. Now, only the tip and heel of the sole rubber, in contrast to the original.

The Huarache Ultra is available in black, blue, grey and bright mango colorways. The Nike Air Huarache Ultra will be available at Hundred%, SoleWhat, Crossover Concept Store, JD Sports and selected Nike Sportswear retailers priced at RM499.

The “Puting Beliung” A Custom Harley Davidson Sportster By Beautiful Machines

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Handcrafted poetry in motion, lives up to it’s name the “Puting Beliung” which also means the tornado. It moves the earth and your soul.

Billy Guan, better known as Billy Fun work in his workshop, the Beautiful Machines just outside of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This is his version of the Award Winning Harley Davidson Sportster. The bike itself obviously have it decent set of mitts about them. This stunning steampunk concept Sportster recently took home the Radicale HD award at the Kuching International Bike Week. While the details are sparse, we know the competition rules forbid modifications to engine cases or frames.

With everything else in their go, Billy and his team took things to the next level when they hand craft their custom Harley Davidson Sportster. The front cowl has a robotic vibe into it, but bike lines flow seamlessly through the tank. The suspended seat even looks gorgeous, as is that rear brake linkage assembly and welded intake tube.

To find out more about Billy and the Beautiful Machines upcoming project you might wanna check them out on their official facebook page.

 

 

The Garment Clothing The “True Grit” LookBook Collection 2016

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The wait is over, The Garment have just release their first collection in year 2016 called the “TRUE GRIT” Collection. As things have been going on for awhile, offering more than just Printed Tee and Striped Woven Label, they deeply look into delivering a message about the journey in life that might not be the sunniest at times, might as well can be full of shit. Representing a lifestyle of the youth that almost “Down & Out” yet still holding on to a strong attitude. So, are you bold enough? Define who you are.
Their latest product which include three Black/White/Grey T-Shirts and one Black Long sleeve Tee to complete their 2016 collection. So here are the “TRUE GRIT” Lookbook that you can check out.
For those who are interested in purchasing The Garment latest product you can check out their official facebook and instagram page for more updates about them.

Ali Aiman New Music Video Featuring Talitha Tan “Cover You”

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A singer, songwriter, and producer Ali Aiman success has been nothing but overwhelming since he premiered his debut single and video for ‘Breathe’ from his Overture EP back in June 2014. Before the release of his forthcoming Transcend EP, he release a few of his songs called the ‘Morning Sun’ and also a collaboration single ‘Cheap Perfume’ with local duo +2dB on FlyFmStripped . This week, it’s all about his brand new single and video for ‘Cover You’ that features with young talented local singer songwriter Talitha Tan.

His new single ‘Cover You’ was fully written and produced by him himself serves as the second single after ‘Morning Sun’ that questions the human nature of whether we should succumb to our “inner voices” of doubt and insecurity, or just allowed someone else to lend a helping hand. Ali Aiman and Talitha Tan dig deep into this issue that many of us can relate to with that feeling of hope that it will be okay. The Best Breakthrough Artist nominee for the recent Hitz.fm MET10 Awards has definitely been elevating his sound, but keeping to his true artsy signature gravel voice. We can already feel the Transcend EP is going to be another stellar release unlike his previous released before.

The director for his video Nadiah Hamzah captures the sombre moment of the single perfectly by capturing the change of seasons on screen in one single space with the both Ali and Talitha donned in black ensembles. With the helped of her fellow production crew members Mo Bahir and Nisha Khirudin that made this dream like video possible.

If you’re enjoyed Ali Aiman latest single you might want to check him out on his official social media handle on facebook, twitter and instagram account. Last but not least, don’t forget to follow Talitha Tan on her official facebook, twitter and instagram too.

Yuna Announce Her New Album With The DJ Premier & Her New Single Release “Places To Go”

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A Malaysian singer songwriter Yuna have announce her third studio album, Chapters for a late spring/early summer release. And in preparation for the album’s arrival, she’s relinquished the collaboration that you never knew you always wanted: “Places To Go,” featuring the one and only, DJ Premier on production. Yuna’s lilt floats just above a hallmark boom bap beat, provided by one of its principal architects, marrying hip-hop and soul like few before them and it was a blissful union, indeed.

Have a listen to Yuna & DJ Premier “Places To Go” down below and pre-order her forthcoming Chapters LP today ahead of its May 20th release. She embarks upon a massive US & European tour in April. So head down to here website to peep the full list of dates by clicking on the link here.

For more information or updates about Yuna upcoming event you can check out her official website.

 

Malaysian Rooftopper Daredevil Keow Wee Loong Snowboarding On Active Volcano

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This snowboarding daredevil is among a very select few who can claim to have conquered the 7,641-foot high Mount Bromo in Indonesia.

Wearing a gas mask to protect him from the deadly fumes, Keow Wee Loong boarded down the ash-covered surface of the mountain in the country’s East Java region. His friend, Chin Kahn Kahn, shot the thrill-seeker from a drone as he slid down the vast expanse of the active volcano over several days. In order to gain access to the area, Keow had to beat tight security.

Last December, Mount Bromo was upgraded from Alert 2 to Alert 3 level, resulting in the closure of tourist sites to keep people a safe distance 2.5km away. Keow and Chin, both 27, snuck in to the location, along with their friend, Alvin Tung. Between December and February 8, the trio spent nine nights within the restricted area. During this time, activity and eruptions were reported at the site, shooting thick ash and sulphur high into the air, making things more hazardous for the group.

Twice they were discovered by guards. The second time, some of their footage was wiped clean. The photographer intends to go back up the volcano, shooting more footage of his exploits in the future. He said: ‘Back in 2015, when I was in Indonesia, I had this idea of snowboarding down an active volcano. ‘I thought it would not be possible because of the eruption and all – but what’s the fun of snowboarding down a volcano without the fire and smoke? ‘We were only about 200 meters away from the volcano some nights, so the biggest worry was an eruption at night. ‘I was very calm and had a mask on all of the time – it’s too dangerous to go there without a full gas mask. ‘The heat at the top burnt my skin and the eruptions sounded like 100 exploding grenades.
‘I did this because I wanted to prove that it’s a joy to take yourself further in life to and always believe in yourself.’
If you’re interested with Keow and his friends upcoming daredevil’s journey, you want to check out on his official instagram and facebook to find out more.

 

Soundstruck: LIVE (February 2016 Edition)

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They’re back again with another new line up who will be joining the second round for this month Soundstruck: LIVE February Edition.

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Now in it’s second year of running with no signs of slowing down, Soundstruck : LIVE is slowly but surely achieving its aim of being a consistent and reliable platform for young Malaysian artistes to showcase their talent; and creating a community that music lovers can always return to if they crave for the best that the local scene has to offer. Hosted with love by Wanted Symphony in partnership with Musicians Cube and The Bee, mark your calendars every last Friday of the month and come check out a good mix of exciting new debuts and familiar names! They are also continuing exciting partnership with the official distributors of Sennheiser MI products in Malaysia – Acoustic & Lighting System – in making everyone on stage sound even more amazing than they already are.

So come drop by and support this event i’m sure you all wouldn’t be disappointed with the all line up that they’ve pick for this month.

 

The performance for Soundstruck: LIVE February Edition by:

1: ARMON

 

2: Psytrus

 

3. Yuen Loong

 

4. Son Of A Policemen

 

5. Aalex Termizi

 

6. Lux Spectra

 

 7. JACK & RAI (Special Guest From Singapore)

For more information about the artist and band official page you can check out Soundstruck: LIVE page here.

URBANSCAPES 2016 : M83 Live In KL

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Another kick-ass international band has been added to the line-up of the upcoming Urbanscapes 2016 event. Guess who?

It is the Grammy Award-nominated French electronic band, M83!

Named after the spiral galaxy Messier 83, M83 was started out as a duo consisting of Anthony Gonzalez and Nicolas Fromageau, but the duo parted ways in 2004 shortly after touring for their second album Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts. Despite being a one-man band now, M83 has steadily garnered worldwide recognition through some of their albums including Before the Dawn Heals Us (2005), Saturdays = Youth (2008) and the critically acclaimed Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming (2011), which was nominated for “Best Alternative Music Album” at the 2013 Grammy Awards. M83 has performed at major festivals around the world, including Lollapalooza, Coachella, and St Jerome’s Laneway, so their upcoming show at KL Live Malaysia this May 7 is definitely one not to be missed!

Tickets for M83 concert at KL Live can be purchased at ticketpro.com.my from February 22 onwards. For further information on URBANSCAPES 2016, do check out their official website.

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HBD x ZAP Chinese New Year Party

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Having Chinese New Year withdrawals already? Fret not, Hin Bus Depot has got you covered as they will be holding a Chinese New Year party this Saturday, 4p.m., 20th of February, at Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, Penang.

As Penang’s premier purveyor of cosmic leisure and decadence, ZAP in collaboration with the Hin family proudly invites you to help kick start their first official party of 2016. They seek to take over the party picnic realm by starting out in the day (evening) and will be heading on as usual into the night. Think picnic baskets, bubbles and shamelessly drinking from a lipstick stained wine bottle and BYO drinks.

If you are however feeling a tad lazy they will be selling some drinks and we’re involving the Hin fam. This means coffee from Bricklin and burgers from Tavern (both sell beers) for sale with some of Hin Sunday’s vendors opening up shop. There will be food, drinks and also pop up booths.

There will also be guest DJs such as Distortnia, Mudah Tropical, Synthication and Josh Mosh. Party the night away to house techno and everything electronic. Head over to their website for further information.

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