40oz HEROES
GOOGLE’S 2012 YEAR IN REVIEW
From the people we lost to the achievements of fellow man – you can see “everything” that we’ve searched Google for throughout 2012. They must not have been tracking my IP… Via Byte & Chew.
DROP // THE MOON RUNNERS // PHARCYDE
If you in Toronto and you have not heard of the Moonrunners, then start getting familiar. These talented dudes are ripping the scene with dope videos , dope events, and a dope style that no one can test right now. Their new video below is a perfect example of how the Moonrunners not only ...
NEW SLAVES (LIVE VIDEO PREMIERE) // TORONTO, ON // ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM
Kanye West released his new single in 66 locations at the same time projected on the sides of buildings. Guerrilla marketing at its finest. Check the video for quotables. Live from the side of the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Ontario. The ablum, titled “Yeezus,” is set to release June 18.
ART IN THE STREETS // EPISODE 2 // JAKARTA ART FORMS // MOCATV
Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia and also one of the largest cities in the world. Here is a quote from Bujangan Urban, the artist; a 40oz Hero through and through: At the time I didnt know that it was “street art” or “graffiti”I did it because I enjoyed it. But in my opinion, if I can do ...
CAN WE CREATE CREATIVITY? // FREESTYLING VS RECITING (IN AN fMRI MACHINE)
Here’s some Hip-Hop-ology for you. Meet Charles Limb, musician, researcher and surgeon (what a combo). “Artist creativity is magical but its not magic” says Dr. Limb. Charles set out to learn how we create creativity and he uses Jazz musicians and Rappers under an fMRI to learn which parts of our brain work when we ...
DOPE ATTIC // TWO GIRL WIND UP
Dont know if this is new or not. Pretty sure this was dont at some prom back in 2002. Still fun to watch though. Check the video below.
SPACE ODDITY // COMMANDER CHRIS HADFIELD’S RENDITION FROM OUTERSPACE
Words can’t explain the visuals in this video. You’ll see the inside of the International Space Station unlike ever before – unless you’re an astronaut yourself. But then I’d say to you… “DO ‘ABOVE THE CLOUDS’ BY GANGSTARR AND INSPECTAH DECK NEXT!!!” It’s just beautiful to see our little marble in the sky from this ...
SWITCH LANES (VIDEO) // RITTZ ft MIKE POSNER
Slumerican / Strange Music up-and-comer Rittz makes spit-fire, insightful, real-world rap music. This track leans to his softer side, and Mike Posner’s smooth voice compliments Rittz’ calmer yet intricate delivery. From the A all the way to the D… check the video that JUST dropped on Strange Music’s YouTube Channel. Subscribe and check the Behind ...
ART IN THE STREETS // EPISODE 1 // CAIRO SPRAYCAN REBELS // MOCATV
CHANNEL 40: Programming Superdopeness 40oz Heroes brings you superdope productions made by superdope people. Our first feature follows this series from MOCATV. They have a real unique perspective in this web series that explores art and graffiti that is being used in civil movemets around the world. Real dope example of how Hip Hop has ...
GYF // VOL 8
TWERK TWERK GYF TWERK TWERK GYF TWERK TWERK GYF TWERK TWERK. Well, look at that. GYF and this TWERK are getting along just fine on a Monday.VOL 8 drops for that kinda-sorta work friendly -if no ones catches you – GYF.
PUT IT UP (VIDEO) // SESE ft SYPH
The video is directed by Zac Facts – 40oz extended family. With some brilliant editing, story-telling, and a fresh location it’s one of my favourite vids of the year so far. This dropped for 420 and we’ve been jamming it ever since. And Sese? The guy has been making a lot of noise and he’s set ...
WHO WATCHES THE WATCH MEN? // THE RORSCHACH MASK
Looking to disguise your identity before you try to save the world? We got you covered… literally. You can buy one of these authentic Rorschach masks that change before your eyes. Using the heat from your breath the inkblots change and move to trip out your foes. Probably the coolest Halloween costume I have ever ...
KING OF THE PRANK CALL
I don’t know maybe its my immaturity but again and again I have returned to these prank calls for a well needed laugh. Using the perfect sound clips from various King of the Hill episodes can really make for some hilarious prank calls. The next few videos feature an irate Hank Hill calling a bunch ...
KAREEM ABDUL JABBAR’S 20 LIFE TIPS FOR THE 30 YEAR OLD
Lets face it, we all look back at certain phases in our life and wonder how much better things could have been if we had advice from a wise person who has been in our position before. Last week Kareem Abdul Jabbar kicks some knowledge and lets us know 20 life pointers that he wishes ...
J.A. HAPP TAKES LINE DRIVE TO HEAD // BLUE JAYS PITCHER STRETCHERED OFF THE FIELD
I watched this in real-time and it was as scary to watch then as it is now. Blue Jay’s Pitcher J.A. Happ gets drilled with a line drive off the bat of Tampa Bay’s Desmond Jennings, who took the opportunity to gain a triple out of the play and scoring two runs. Click Here to ...
GYF // VOL 7
The ladies below are on tv for a reason. One still picture just ain’t enough. GYF. Keep it moving.
MOVIES I HAVE NOT SEEN // MAY 3
Wow, so last week I caught a lot of heat from the Mark Wahlberg fans about my review for Pain & Gain, never mind that I had also included The Rock in the review. I wonder how that movie did. For those that can’t be bothered with clicking the link, Pain & Gain is up ...
MOON RUNNERS x L7 // UPTOWN WITH THE THROWDOWN // NYC
Toronto’s own Moon Runners blessed the streets of NYC for this video. Each one of them is a one-man flash mob – taking over public space and owning the whole thing. Shouts to the homies.
TOP SHELF // BOTTLE CUTTING INC
40oz Heroes think people with good ideas are dope but people with good ideas that they actually go out and execute them, those people are what we call Superdope. Meet Patrick Lehoux, the entrepreneur responsible for this cool little device. Repping from Sudbury, Ontario, Patrick made is already on his second Kickstarter project for the ...
LOOKING BACK… ARCANE VS CHEDDA CHEESE // KOTD
There was a lot of build up to this battle. It was the final battle of KOTD’s 2012 Grand Prix and it was down to ex-King of the Dot Champion, Arcane, and Chedda Cheese. In this battle Arcane was found to have received help from Caustic who could not make it to his Semi-Final match ...
DOIN’ IT IN THE PARK // BOBBITO GARCIA’S STREETBALL DOC
I had the honour of sitting in on a screening with Bobbito at the BATA Shoe Museum here in Toronto last week to watch “Doin’ It In The Park.” I sat down with Mr. Kool Bob Love (aka Bobbito) for an intimate interview with the media mogul afterwards (footage will be released for Manifesto/Left Field ...
LOOKING BACK… DIRTBAG DAN VS MADCHILD // KOTD
Veteran of the Grindtime circuit Dirtbag Dan squares off against MadChild from Swollen Members in Toronto at World Domination 2. This is MadChild’s first appearance in KOTD after a long hiatus from the music industry. Does the misguided angel still have what it takes or will Dirtbag Dan take what he’s got? Check out KOTD ...
20 YEARS OF BAPE
To celebrate their 20th anniversary, A Bathing Ape has teamed up with high profile artists from around the world to design tees and canvas. Redesigning the iconic logo with Nigo, the 20th anniversary collection will feature works from Kanye West, Pharrell, Futura and many others. Below is the full release. Cop ‘em if you can ...
LEGO BREAKING BAD GAME (PARODY)
If you’re a Breaking Bad fan salivating in anticipation of the final half of Season 5, you can satisfy your meth-like craving with this fan video. It does contain Season 1-4 Spoilers so don’t yell at me if you’re sleeping on such a great series. Personally, I can’t wait until the season/series wraps and this ...