Diabolik 50

Can't believe that the classic Spy "franchise" if you can call it that is, Diabolik is 50 years old and is rebooting with a 50 episode comeback.  Not sure if it will be making it's way to American television but I'll definitely give it a chance to see how it holds up.

Coffee Table Status: If You Like Quentin Tarantino

Seems like my spending on books these days are at an all time high (yes I still by books, no I don't read on a Kindle or iPad).  Being a fan of Quentin Tarantino this is definitely one to add in my ever expanding library which covers some of his key films and goes in depth within the inspirations and ideas behind these "exploitation" style films such as Taking of  Pelham 123, The Killing and City on Fire, starting with Reservoir Dogs up through Django Unchained.

Definitely a treasure trove of info here which even goes deep into Hammer Horror films, the Lone Wolf and Cub series and more.

Space is Everything

A comfortable and inspiring workspace is key for us creative types as stressed here in this video with Edison Chen & Dr. Romanelli.

45's Behind The Red Door

For all you lovers of good music that's been waiting for the new episode of ''Behind The Red Door", I present to you episode 5 filled with all 45 Hot Peas & Butta goodness.

Coffee Table Status: Ultimate Star Wars Figures

Correct me if I'm wrong but this is the first time that a book has been done of this magnitude and complete with every Star Wars figure since it's initial release.  I'm sure fellow collectors like DJ Neil Armstrong or Cut Chemist would enjoy this on their coffee table being that they are heavily into the franchise.

This book showcases the complete and definitive collection of more than 2,500 figures produced over the last 35 years.  Figures can be traced from there evolution in toy form from the time of their firsts appearance through the current design of today (including variants).

Compiled by Stephen J. Sansweet, owner of the world's larges private collection of Star Wars memorabilia.

More Django Unchained

Looks like visual artist Federico Mancosu has created yet another rendition of the Django Unchained poster, this time designing in the classic Japanese B2 60's style design.  The previous works was in the classic Italian style poster and earlier a minimalist US style design.

Agent Provocateur Secret Santa

Agent Provocateur always comes correct with their video ad campains.  Here is the new Secret Santa that's currently running.

180 Proof Surehot

It's always great to see fellow DJ's that I have much respect for taking a leap outside the realm of just rocking crowds to being the head honcho of their own labels and being responsible for unearthing music gems for the rest of the world to experience.  DJ Amir is once such person who is doing just that, recently he started his label 180 Proof and is set to release slew of material from the Strata catalog.  First up is the Kenny Cox - Clap Clap! The Joyful Noise LP being released in a 2LP format in black vinyl and a limited edition of 200 color vinyl for those of you collectors that need something extra special.

Be sure to pre-order yours now:  http://180-proof-records.myshopify.com/

Analog Pillow

For all you Hip Hop and Electonic nostalgic producers out there that love your Roland 808 or 909's to the extreme here's something that might make your space even more complete.

Analog Sweden has produced these amazing pillows with you in mind but fair warning that these pieces aren't on the cheap but they are indeed nice.

Game of Thrones

My Sunday evenings have been pretty much on lock with Game of Thrones, then The Walking Dead, Hell on Wheels, then The Walking Dead again so I'm definitely looking forward to the new season of Game of Thrones.

DOOMSTRAVAGANZA

Not just anyone can put together an event like DOOMSTRAVAGANZA but the homies DJ Ambush and Mars have done enough to make this years event another banger.  Come find out about the man in the mask this Thursday night.

COMPANY FOLDER [DOOMSTRAVAGANZA 2012] from FIVE'S! on Vimeo.

We Play Records For People That Want To Dance

Had an amazing time rocking on the West Coast this past week with some of my favorite DJ's in the world.  This past Thursday night was with the homie DJ Excel at the only place that I need to play at when in Las Vegas, Insert Coins.  Friday night was in Seattle with my brotha Supreme La Rock and the gentlemen from DUG spinning all Funk & Soul 45s to an amazing crowd as always that love what we do.  Saturday night I made my return visit to L.A. to play at Funky Sole with Music Man Miles and Clifton and oh what a reunion it was!  The place was packed early and everyone came through ready to sweat and that's exactly what they did as we dropped crazy Funk, Soul, Latin, Brazilian Funk and Reggae Funk 45s.  It's been a minute since I've had that type of weekend of back to back, non stop, limited amount of sleep pleasure but it definitely continues to tell me that you don't have to sacrifice your art and creativity by playing bullshit music, you just need to find your lane and give the people that appreciate substance what they need.