Thursday, February 18, 2010

MGMT's new cover art is...




You're looking at the cover of MGMT's newest album Congratulations due out April 13.  About that... I don't know, can't decide if I think it is savage or looks like a bootleg 90's cartoon... maybe a little bit of both.  On their website to preorder Congratulations, they state that the special edition album includes a "scratch off front cover with custom metal coin."  That could be really awesome, or a joke, not sure.

Passion Pit - new video out

Passion Pit hasn't had much in the way of videos since they released "Manners" last year.  They've just premiered the video for "Little Secrets," on MTV's website.  It's nothing too crazy but the confetti explosions are pretty legit and warehouse parties are usually pretty Savage.  We could do without the crowd of people brown-baggin it though... oh well, everyone's a critic.

Passion Pit - "Little Secrets": "Manners"

Morning Fix

A savage montage for your morning fix in case that coffee isn't working out for you. This is from Nadastrom, two DC natives making some sick beats. Enjoy.

Nadastrom Video Promo from System D-128 on Vimeo.

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Dress to Impress

Being Savage is a full time job, and you've always got to look the part.  This day and age a lot of guys clothes are getting repetitive and just downright boring.  I mean, haven't men been wearing the same thing for the past 50 years? 




















Yeah, that's what we thought.  Have no fear though... we've been scouring the web lately and have come across some pretty vicious men's clothing lines.  We thought we'd share them with you so you can save some of that precious shopping time on drinking more PBR and staring at brick walls.  Hopefully you can find some savage inspiration of your own...

ONLY NY INC
This Manhatten line has been around since '97 and get's its inspiration from NYC's underground street culture.  From its graphic "Peace Pigeon Tee" to the "Vintage Planes" 5-Panel Hat they've got something for every graphic tee sporting hipster out there.  The "Aztek" hoodie is our fave, nothing says savage like a sweet tribal screen print...

Commonwealth








Their website explains them best:

 "Commonwealth is a unique specialty select boutique that creates and fulfills the demand for new and established street, fashion, and sportswear brands that influence and inspire. We showcase brands that tap into the creative independent spirit of counter culture. "

They've got a great selection of tops and tees (plenty of plaid to go round) as well as some sick sweaters and hoodies.  Their hats and shoes are pretty kick ass too, and they've got a decent assortment of kicks for the ladies, which is always a plus if you like your women in Dunks. 


With a clothing line based on fabric, fit and energy; inspired by "influences that span high and low, couture, culture and big metro's worldwide," Public School has got some pretty suave shit for all you street Savages out there.  Their 2010 Spring/Summer line features treated leather jackets, pleated cotton jackets and woven shirts.  Their prices are a little steep, but one look at you in this Freyburg washed leather motorcycle jacket and you might get mistaken for Justin Bobby... wear with caution.



Kane & Unke Fall/Winter from Jeremy Asher Lynch on Vimeo.

A line based on music, function and fashion.  It is simple yet savage at the same time.  Check out the promo they did for their Fall/Winter line.  Ummm can we get that letter jacket please??  Can't wait to see what these guys have in store for Spring/Summer. 

You got the goods, now get the girl!


Now that you're decked out in all the Savage gear and you're ready to rock, you need a lady by your side right?  No worries, the internet can help you find that too.  And not just any lady, but a Savage lady (mail order brides are so 90's anyway).   So if the gear still ain't helpin, here's a site that will, Hipster Wife Hunting, comes complete with profiles of potential hipster wives.  Oh, and you can buy the t-shirt too, so all the ladies know you are on the market!






Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Outerspace is Super Savage.

M.I.A. is at it again, that savage bitch (we love her!) posted this video for "Space Odyssey" on her Twitter account a little more than a month ago, it's a new song to be included on her album due out this summer.




Since then Pitchfork has reported on Diplo tweeting about some similarities between RiRi and M.I.A.'s Boyz and adding a little remix Diplo Mashes Up M.I.A. and Rihanna, posted some collab work she did with Major Lazer here New Major Lazer Featuring M.I.A.! and verified that Sleigh Bells is indeed doing some production work on her album coming out this summer Sleigh Bells Working With M.I.A.

The fact that Sleigh Bells is on here makes it even better.  This unsigned band hails from the BK and has yet to release a full length album...  but they sure know how to make some noise, Crown on the Ground is a personal fave.  They'll also be opening for Yeasayer and Major Lazer as well as playing at Coachella... all the more reason for us to go!

Monday, February 15, 2010

The 90's were pretty savage

Watch the first minute of this video to see why the 90s were awesome... and then watch the rest if you just want to be entertained by a terrible hip hop group that likes props and looks like they are filming the intro to Martin (damn Gina!) and 90210 with a little bit of a fetish for chairdancing...





HOT CLIPS! from Everything Is Terrible! on Vimeo.


The 90's were a pretty savage decade; grunge music and Hip Hop was blasting... Doc Martens, plaid and leather jackets were everywhere... wait, this sounds like last Saturday night...


The 90's were awesome, hands down, and if you haven't noticed much of what was awesome then is recently becoming more popular now.  American Gladiator is back, Chat Roulette is all the rage and leather jackets never really went out of style... (at least not over here in savage land). 


Here's what Spunkadelic mentions in their 90's rap montage that we agree is pretty awesome, even now.
  • Rollerblades- you know if you still owned a pair you'd rock them all the time.
  • Leather Jackets- 'nuff said
  • See-through clothes & Off-the-shoulder shirts- nothing is more savage than a naked body, au naturale... this is the closest your gonna get while still wearing clothing.
  • Jeans- Jeans have been savage forever.
  • House Shorts- I have no idea what these are, but they sound badass.
  • Walk Man- you gotta have music.
  • Earth tones- all savages love earth tones...
  • Beads- Preferably worn in mass quantities, or as fringe, beads are savage flair.
  • the 60's- Talk about a savage generation
  • Psychadelic Shades- Wouldn't leave home without them.
  • Hip Hop- DJs, breakdancing, graffiti, the Bronx... sounds like a good time.


And don't worry, Zubaz is still making pants, in case you've been craving a pair... I'm thinking about snagging these lighting bolts here...


Sunday, February 14, 2010

St. Valentine Was No Savage

Us savages don't believe in Hallmark holidays like Valentine's Day.  Now there is nothing wrong with showing the one's you love a little appreciation, we just don't agree with what Valentine's Day has become in modern times.  Chocolate and teddy bears are white trash, as are most couples... and who really wants to go sit at a table in a restaurant when there are a million cooler things to be doing anyways.  Why not celebrate by doing something that you actually enjoy doing... something that makes you feel savage.  


 For us that usually means drinking vodka and listening to indie rock, preferably in a place with atleast one brick wall.  But today we wanted to show our appreciation for one of the greatest loves of our life: beer. 



 

 We like to think of Valentine's Day as yet another day to celebrate some of the many things we love, with the people we love.  We don't discriminate against the single people of the world like that scrooge of a Saint Valentine.  We embrace all kinds, whether they be involved or solo dolo, and ask you to celebrate today by doing something (or someone) you love.  On that note, we leave you with this delectable beer montage.
Cheers!

Friday, February 12, 2010

Getting Chained Up = Savage

Us savages are a big advocate of the headband, the headdress, over accessorizing and pretty much any type of body jewelry with a barbaric/primitive theme (note: this includes tattoos and piercings). That’s why we just had to share with you the capital goods they are creating at Litter.  Bracelets, necklaces and earrings are so vanilla. Thumb holsters, shoulder pieces and chain garters are where it’s at. These San Francisco ladies know what’s up.

What was that thing in the movie 300?? King Xerxes… he’d totally rock this plus about 20 other items of flair.


Think ancient mayan chain gang savage...




Channeling The Mummy



Sass and chains... I likey

Neon Indian Performs on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

Neon Indian had their TV debut last night on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, they performed "Terminally Chill" and "Ephemeral Artery" and might I just say, they were as mind bending as ever and sounded great live. For those of you who aren’t familiar, Neon Indian is pretty up there on the savage scale. Not only is their band name super crunchy, but they hail from Austin, Texas as well. Their music is described as electropop, chillwave, neo-psychedelia and indie-pop. But a much better description I’ve read would have to be “borrowed nostalgia from the unremembered 80s.” Because that is exactly the feeling their 2009 album, Psychic Chasms, gives me.









Every time I hear “Should Have Taken Acid With You.” It’s like I want to meet up with all my old high school cronies in a Dazed and Confused field party, except we will all be wearing acid wash jeans and tank tops even though I went to high school well after the 70’s and 80’s.


I blasted “Deadbeat Summer” the entire month of July and still can’t get enough of it. Hot asphalt, cool beverages, swim suits and dive bars come to mind. “Local Joke” gives off a similar vibe. Really the whole album is great, and every song makes me want to party, whether it be on the beach in the dead heat of summer or at a warehouse rave, there is just something about them. I once had a friend describe a song as giving her the same feeling as Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead, I think that description is quite fitting for this album as well.