THROWBACK THURSDAY: AN EXCLUSIVE LOOK AT HARLEM'S LEGENDARY DAPPER DAN!!

Daniel Day, known to the Hip-Hop Community around the world as the legendary "Dapper Dan", was the designerwho brought high-end fashion to the hood. Custom-made Gucci, Louis Vuitton, MCM, and Nike clothing were specially made to custom fit anyone who could afford the price tag, starting at $1200 a pop!

Dapper Dan was raised in Harlem, and saw a void with high fashion and African American consumers. When Dapper Dan opened his legendary boutique on 125th St. in Harlem, his first clients were drug dealers that wanted the custom clothing and paid top dollar for his services. Dapper Dan noticed the rappers at the time (like LL Cool J) would stand outside and wait for the dealers to leave to find out what they had purchased and buy it for themselves. Dapper Dan said LL still owes him like 3 stacks! LOL.

Our favorite rappers and M.C.'s like Big Daddy Kane, Biz, Salt n Pepa, Eric B. and Rakim to name a few , would rush down to Dan on a regular basis to have custom jackets, hats, outfits, and even cars with Dapper Dan's custom signature. Drug kingpins like Alpo, Rich Porter, and AZ helped Dapper Dan get the word out about his premium clothing. Soon enough, stars like Mike Tyson (who knocked out Mith "Blood" Green outside Dan's boutique), Teddy Riley, and Puff Daddy would make the stop through Harlem to get a piece of the action.

Dapper Dan is now in the process of putting a book together. It should be out by the last quarter of 2012. On behalf of the KickGame DVD family, we thank Dapper Dan for his contribution to the Hip-Hop culture. - Cali "O"

It's Never Too Late..

On December 4th Jay-Z celebrated his 42nd birthday. We wanna salute Hove for continuing to hold down his position as hip hop's ambassador!.

Somebody once told me, "Jay-Z isn't the best rapper. He just does incredible things & then raps about it.".
I can live with that..

"Mo money,40 year old phenom/ Our 15 minutes of fame has stretched beyond/ At 42 be better than 24/ I carried the 4-5,mastered the 48 LAWS/ Still wearing my 23's they can't f**k with the boy/ As far as them 16's I'm 23 of it all.."

-Jay-Z (Primetime)

Common vs. Nas "Life's a Bitch" [Directed by Court Dunn]

Nasir Jones was just 20 years old when his debut album, Illmatic, dropped in 1994. It has since been hailed as a rap classic by music critics and fans alike, and is widely credited as helping to jumpstart an East Coast hip hop renaissance.
In the latest installment of the 2DopeBoyz/Restless Films’ “VS” series, Common pays tribute to the Queens native with an a capella rendition of the Illmatic cut “Life’s a Bitch.” Directed by Court Dunn, the clip is stripped down and raw, with no window dressings or second takes — just an MC and his singular voice. Check it out after the click, and look for Common’s new album, The Dreamer/The Believer to drop December 20th.

Wale's "5 Day Rotation"

Wale posted a picture of the kicks he rocked over the past 5 days!. That's definitely more than 5 pairs which means he was doing his "Mr Rogers" impression. Half of those shoes aren't even available to the public yet. Wale surly knows how to maintain his "Sneaker Kingpin" status.

Jay-Z Covers GQ’s Men Of The Year Issue

Hov graces GQ’s December issue. His second appearance as one of the Men Of The Year. #StayWinning

50 Cent Covers *New* XXL (Year End Issue)

50′s 5 faces cover 5 issues of XXL Magazine for their December/January issue. That 1st one is "The Money Team". XXL is celebrating 50 Cent’s 10 years in the game, and his 5th EP dropping in January. Issues hit newsstands December 6.

New Fred The Godson - "City Of God" Mixtape (Hosted By DJ Drama)

Available Now!

Fred The Godson ft. Mad Rapper- "Hip Hop"..(Peep the "Nike Zoom Rookie LWP" glow in the dark edition.)

Mello & Fred The Godson

Fred The Godson aka "Big Bronx" linked up with DJ Drama for his new (Gangsta Grillz) mixtape called "City Of God". It has 19 tracks with features from several artist including "Raekwon, Pusha T, Maino, Vado & Meek Mill" to name a few. This mixtape is gonna be a problem for sucka MC's! lol.

Nike Air Yeezy 2 Black/Pink New (On Stage) Images

Yes, it’s Yeezy season. After a clean & casual look yesterday, we get our closest pics to date of the Nike Air Yeezy 2 Black/Pink. Seen on stage, new images of the Yeezy 2 shed insight on the tech and materials that went into the second signature. A Torch tongue and dense mesh toe box make room for a reptile print panel on the upper. Visible Air, strap, and glow-in-the-dark sole are still intact on this black based, pink accented version. What do you think? worth camping for 2 weeks?..

Spotted: Ludacris Wearing Nike Air Max JR “Cincinnati Reds”

Hip hop superstar Ludacris was spotted in the Nike Air Max JR "Cincinnati Reds" colorway that just hit shelves. You can scoop up a pair now at select retailers ($160 retail).

GOOD IN THE HOOD - Sportz ft. Rich Moncler

S/O to the homie Sportz. Who not only performed but film & directed this video (on the streets of Brooklyn).

NAS Performs @ Jordan Brand Melo "M8" Launch Event!

The Jordan Brand Melo "M8" is Available Now!.

RAEKWON THE CHEF x NEW BALANCE -Video

Uncle Murda - Warning (Remix) (Feat. French Montana, Jadakiss, Styles P,...

This is the hottest joint on the streets of NYC!....

Spotted:Jay-Z in Android Homme Sneakers at Carnival Party Charity Event

Jay-Z held a carnival-themed benefit fundraiser for the Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation at Pier 54 in NYC last week. He wore his usual all black outfit and a pair of Android Homme Propulsion sneakers (seen above in a similar colorway $220).

Young Jeezy in Louis Vuitton Logo Hoodie and Tibet Ankle Boots

Louis Vuitton "Tibet Ankle Boots" $1,100 available now @LOUISVUITTON.COM

Fabolous was spotted in a similar crewneck version..

Young Jeezy celebrated his birthday at Frank Ski’s Restaurant & Lounge in Atlanta, GA. He wore a red Louis Vuitton pullover sweater hoodie and a pair of LV Tibet nubuck leather ankle boots ($1,110) both form the Fall 2011 Collection.