The Crowdfunding Sessions: The Sound Architects

The Polaris Project is at it again, this time with The Sound Architects for their second installment of The Crowdfunding Sessions -- a series of gigs to help raise funds for music production of local independent bands. The Sound Acrhitects is a four-piece instrumental rock band that gives its listeners an eargasmic experience with their signature atmospheric sounds. Happening on September 26 at Mow's Bar, PhP 200 gets you in with a free drink. Catch them live with Dissönance, Pastillan Dong!, and The World I'll Leave Behind. For more information, check their event poster and a preview performance of The Sound Architects below.

Purveyr Producer Project: Abdel Aziz

In our opinion, mixtapes are one of the most basic things that make up the music culture. Although it seems like creating one requires less effort than actual music producing, we believe that it is also very important in a producer's musical life. Having to chase a career in the music industry means that one has a great deal of love and passion for it, and we believe that a mixtape can be the simplest form to express it. So in line with this and the ever-growing Philippine music scene, the Purveyr Producer Project is conceptualized to promote local talent and progressing musical preferences in line with music creation and curation. This project aims to showcase the skills of our local DJs and Producers with one of the simplest forms of music production out there, a mixtape. Moreover, it also aims to give a new way of consuming locally produced and curated music to Filipino music lovers.

So to kick-off the Purveyr Producer Project, we partnered with DJ and producer Abdel Aziz for this mixtape. If you enjoy chillout and house, we recommend you to have a listen of the mix by Abdel below.

We are open for suggestions and applications for the Purveyr Producer Project. Email us at purveyr@gmail.com if you're interested. We're looking forward to hear from you.

Also, you can see and hear more from Abdel Aziz here:
http://abdelazizmusic.bandpage.com
http://soundcloud.com/abdelazizmusic
https://www.facebook.com/abdelazizsound
http://instagram.com/abdelazizmusic
 

Purveyr Producer Project: Abdel Aziz by Purveyr on Mixcloud

Swamp Monster The Grayscale Collection

Monochromatic, minimalistic, and modern: Cebu-based streetwear brand Swamp Monster reinvents the classic black-and-white palette with their newest clothing array The Grayscale Collection. Though this collection dabbles in the most basic of color schemes, Swamp Monster’s style game has never been this strong. One twist that would not go amiss is their unconventional black-on-black and white-on-white tee designs. Nonetheless, it’s hard to pick a favorite among the featured garments as they all rightfully represent what The Grayscale Collection is all about: simple and straightforward, and yet strong and sleek. The Grayscale Collection has been made available in a limited release since September 19th at TUF Barbershop, 19th Tee Shop, and Gabby’s Closet Cebu. 

Source: The Working Class

Justin de Guzman & m_boogs - Secret Lover

Sometimes, even a track released a month ago is still worth a feature. Justin de Guzman proves this out with "Secret Lover", an R&B-inspired track with m_boogs. It seems like a trend is happening, beatmakers and producers crossing over to hip-hop and R&B to bring a different flare to these classic genres. Justin de Guzman tries his hand again with this hybrid genre, a relaxed flow accompanied by house tunes to bring about a modern take on slow jams. While he perfectly sets the mood and tone, m_boogs creates substance, and completes the undeniable suave of "Secret Lover".

Source: Vandals On The Wall

Volcom x Backyard Skatepark: Wild In The Park Recap

Photos by Earl Roxas 

After several postponements due to bad weather, Volcom Philippines' Wild In The Park event with Backyard Skatepark happened last September 6, 2015. Skaters from all around the Philippines joined the day full of skate activities. While it was an exciting day for everyone, it was more competitive to those who were vying for the chance to compete in the Wild In The Park Global at Los Angeles, California. We were there to experience it all, to bring you a glimpse of the event through the photos we took below.

JanSport x HippyTree Fall 2015 Collection

JanSport's recent collaboration with surf-and-stone lifestyle apparel company HippyTree is a match made in heaven for any adventure enthusiast out there. The Westward Collection is comprised with limited edition backpacks, Watchtower, Hatchet, and Outbreak. With its crisp earth color scheme and outdoor-conducive design, this collection takes after the nature-inspired visuals seen on HippyTree’s Fall 2015 apparel and accessories. The Westward Collection is available in selected BratPack branches and JanSport.com.ph

Photos from Transworld Business                                                  
                                                                             

Queen Street Sessions: The Art of Street Barbering

Photos and Story from The Working Class

Part of being a gentleman these days is having the right grooming, and while some might head to the shop around the corner for a cut, the Queen Street Session was created to fly the guys from the Slick Barbers Co. from Manila to Cebu. The pop-up included full service from a skilled barber from the crew, the use of traditional trade tools, and some great locally made pomades. They set up shop at two influential spots: 6Twelve Indie and Nick’s Doodle Store. The event touched on good conversation, food, and beer. Not a bad way to spend your afternoon, wouldn’t you say? Check out more of how they kept Cebuanos pristine and proper with the link here by The Working Class.

Thousandfold, a Photography Concept Studio

Photos by Maphie Bolalin

Beyond your Instagram feed is a space to see, touch, and experience contemporary photography in print and among an active community. Thousandfold offers this exact kind of space. Its public launch last September 3rd introduced Thousandfold to the ever-expanding cultural sphere of the Philippines. A Photobook Library, a workshop venue, and a small press studio in one – Thousandfold is the first of its kind to grant photography enthusiasts opportunities, such as programs and photography resources, which otherwise would not have been available. Founder Wawi Navarroza kicked off the launch by talking about Thousandfold's first beginnings and various offerings. It then continued with interviews until it was time for the Photography Focus session: a platform where photographers – pro and emerging – present and talk about each of their own works-in-progress. Brian Sergio, Czar Kristoff, and Dennese Victoria were the featured artists for the month of September. Thousandfold is located at Veterans Center, Taguig City.