Shoes are where the heart is....

Seeing shoes from back in the day for me is like smelling a scent that takes you back to a special place...(i.e smelling your girls perfume when she's nowhere in sight or going to moms house & she's throwin down makin that bombass meal she used to make for you when you lived @ home)

Anyway, these joints right here remind me of strolling down The Alley at Crossroads in 97', all of the homies had these in various colorways... 

S/O out to the XRoads fam... Much Love Always!

El Lay Journey...

So I've been on my daily journey and haven't posted in awhile, but I would like to show you my heart & mind have been in the right place....

Always Much Love...

The Weekend... Thursday

Yesterday The Weeknd dropped their second album of the summer, Thursday. Abel Tesfaye better know as The Weeknd has released some of the illest music I've heard in awhile. Both albums are something special... Show love. 

Download The Weeknd- Thursday here: http://www.mediafire.com/?6kx66pin8p3378o

Peace & Love

Cherish Each Other.....

I feel that as a global society we have been surrounded by chaos for what seems like forever; war, rioting, bombings all which result in senseless killings. It seems as if all parties involved have something to say- but those they want to listen aren't. I think a lot of times we fail to acknowledge the overall mood(vibe) of society. It's no secret people as a whole are stressed out, and truthfully they have every right to be. Too many parents burying their children, homeless families, famine, the list goes on & on. I hold all of this dear to my heart, it is my belief that if we come together through love and positive unity we can make our time here more pleasant. Embrace all of those around you and encourage your loved ones to do the same. The anger is senseless and it's flat out tiring- to love is to cherish, cherish every moment in a positive light. 


I wanted to include some inspiring words sung by the beautiful Marvin Gaye: "What's Going On..."


Mother, mother
There's too many of you crying
Brother, brother, brother
There's far too many of you dying
You know we've got to find a way
To bring some lovin' here today - Ya
Father, father
We don't need to escalate
You see, war is not the answer
For only love can conquer hate
You know we've got to find a way
To bring some lovin' here today

Picket lines and picket signs
Don't punish me with brutality
Talk to me, so you can see
Oh, what's going on
What's going on
Ya, what's going on
Ah, what's going on

In the mean time
Right on, baby
Right on
Right on

Father, father, everybody thinks we're wrong
Oh, but who are they to judge us
Simply because our hair is long
Oh, you know we've got to find a way
To bring some understanding here today
Oh

Picket lines and picket signs
Don't punish me with brutality
Talk to me
So you can see
What's going on
Ya, what's going on
Tell me what's going on
I'll tell you what's going on - Uh
Right on baby
Right on baby           

Peace & Love Banksy style....

 Much Love

Madonna Love

I recently watched Madonna's Truth or Dare, had me in a zone from start to finish...

So I just wanted to share a pic form Art in the Streets @ the MOCA in Los Angeles.. Love both with a passion!

Peace..

Intrigue that surrounds The Weeknd....

With the amount of talent one must exceed & the rigorous regimen it takes to develop a die hard fan base, it seems like a pretty discouraging battle for a musician to get their work to be heard & LOVED by your city, let alone the masses. The Weeknd seems to have mastered all of which that entails. The Weeknd, a Canadian R&B artist and his crew XO run the streets of Toronto with constant mystery surrounding them- doting camouflage on the regular- subtly letting everyone know they are an army of their own... The intrigue that surrounds them is superhero-esque most definitely...


Releasing all of his music independently, no support from a major label, The Weeknd & XO as a whole seemed to roll through the city with that drive- the drive to be the BEST record deal or not. It has become abundantly clear the music they make is mind blowing, mixing slow R&B ballads over slight Dubstep tempos. The vibe is unlike anything I've ever felt from an album. 


Although their album was released over a month ago, I HAVE to share this classic with you guys. I hope you enjoy!!





MediaFire Download: http://www.mediafire.com/?6kx66pin8p3378o#             
Peace

The very talented Andrew Black...

It's with great pleasure that I get to share this video with you guys... This is my buddy Andrew Black he is an amazing drummer from DC. This video is him killing it on the drums @ the Art in the Streets Exhibit at the MOCA. He's an amazing dude with such great talent. I hope you enjoy!!
http://youtu.be/8vqgTaCmmpM

Blazing Red

The Original Nike Blazer dropped in 1972 & was donned by NBA legend George "The Iceman" Garvin.. This timeless classic is definitely one of my personal favorites & this red colorway no doubt holds a special place in my heart- not to mention a future in my closet.

Nolan Smith truly is Ventura's Finest...

I wanted to take this time to show my boy Nolan Smith some love... he has pioneered the way music is felt, heard and respected in Ventura. His passion for music shines through his blog: http://www.venturasfinest.com  as well as his love for his homies, fashion, art, & most of all his  unconditional love for his born city Ventura.
Nolie's undeniable work ethic, drive & passion have made for some beautiful memories for this guy, who is very deserving of all that has come his way.... there's no doubt in my mind this is just the beginning!! Keep doing you brotha... Much Much Love homie!

Peace
CY

BTW... Being the kind man he is, not only did Nolan throw an EPIC party @ Zooey's in Ventura last night  teaming up with fISH fOOD, Gnarly Buys, Vulgar Villains, and wetSand Surf Shop..  He put together a DOPE mixtape for our listening pleasure in the name oF SUMMER SWAGGER. Enjoy!!


VenturasFinest & fISH fOOD Present: SUMMER SWAGGER MIXTAPE:

http://www.mediafire.com/?​e3nqawfsgvfz442

Carmageddon lead me to the Eat Real Festival....

This past weekend was Carmageddon: the 2-day closure of a 10-mile stretch of our nation's busiest freeway, the 405. While the hype behind Carmageddon was just that... hype! I decided to stay close to home so I didn't become a victim of  the unthinkable traffic, that never was...

Instead, I walked around the corner from my house with two of my closest buddies and my love to the famous Helms Bakery District where The Eat Real Festival was taking place.

Instant heaven... Food Trucks galore, Live Music, Beer in Mason Jars, great food demonstrations and best of all FREE bike valet by the Culver City Bike Coalition; for all the Angelinos who chose to boycott their cars in the name of Carmageddon.

This was the perfect event to eat, drink, and be merry... let's just say we did just that! 

Cheers to all that took part in ensuring the Eat Real Festival was a success!!!

Much Love

Eye'm Watching You...

Don't stare for too long...

Chillaxin Hip-Hop

This is a dope album called Beatz & Pieces Vol. 1. by Gramatik from Pretty Lights Music. It has a real laid back,  hip-hop vibe with amazing touches of electronic bass mixed in. It's the perfect album to cruise to on a beautiful summer eve... Have good times while you listen to this chill album!


Beatz & Pieces Vol. 1. by Gramatik download:
   http://www.mediafire.com/?34640212jtyle99

The Little Things in Life-Sneakers

As far back as I can remember Sneakers have held a special place in my heart... To me there is nothing like opening that shoe box for the first time; the smell & the sparkle of cleanliness bring a smile to my face each and every time I take part in this joyous activity. With that being said I would like to share a very special sneaker that will be blessing our little hearts very soon.... The Space Jam Dunks!! I have included a pic of these bad boys below. Don't worry you only have a 10 day countdown.... starting now!

China 2011

These are a few shots from my trip to China earlier this year... I would like to thank the USA Basketball Academy for allowing me to be part the 1st US women's team to go on a  3-City 9-Game China basketball tour. Our opponents consisted of China, Australia, and the Czech Republic. Since we spent the majority of our time either playing or relaxing at the hotel some of these pics were taken from our bus so I apologize if they aren't very clear.

I hope you enjoy!

One Love

Everyone LOVED to take pictures with us

The bridge to our hotel

The Round-a-Bout

This is where we went shopping, this amazing building is located on a bridge

Sold out Crowd- We were the first to play in the new Arena

Our Squad

Opening Ceremonies

The First Arena We Played in

Welcome...

I would like to welcome everyone to the PureOnyx Movement... I wanted to create a place that is dedicated to showing love to all of the creative beings out there. My life has been touched by so many different people with endless amounts of talent shaped by their respective backgrounds. This is the avenue I've chosen to share the creative and  beautifully diverse worlds people are immersed in. I hope you enjoy!!

Much Love