Labor Day Weekend is nearly upon us… And those that know Brooklyn know this weekend the streets of Flatbush and Crown Heights will explode for the Carribean Day parade. In the spirit of the many Caribbean nations pouring into our streets to tear it up, we decided to contribute to the mayhem by throwing a new mixtape project into the mix – one that would end the summer with a bang… or a murder.

We teamed up with the mighty Federation Sound to bring you SUMMER MURDA, a unique, 48-track soundclash mix full of exclusive dubplates from a wide range of dancehall’s greatest new and old artists – including the likes of Buju Banton, Vybz Kartel, Sean Paul, Chino, Mr. Lexx, Kardinal Offishall and Flippa Mafia to true OGs Johnny Osbourne, Shinehead and Freddie McGregor. Our collective focus was not to bring you the latest, newest dancehall, but to create something timeless.  Here’s a quick taste of what you can expect to hear…

Federation Sound was originally founded in 1999 by Max Glazer, Kenny Meez and Cipha Sounds and has since grown to become a worldwide force in reggae music (and include Alric & Bodyd from Fame FM, Jamaica) and the late Disco D (RIP). Representing Brooklyn, Jamaica and Philly, they have collaborated with Sean Paul, Vybz Kartel, Baby Cham and Aidonia, as well has have produced dancehall remixes for Rihanna, when not keeping up with a busy travel schedule. Federation also host weekly shows on eastvillageradio.com, iTunes Radio/ and Scion’s streaming mixshow, as well as their own Federation Invasion podcast.

We’ll be dropping SUMMER MURDA online on Saturday, September 3rd at 5pm (Brooklyn time) and will be celebrating with catered food, drink and soundclash at an outdoor launch affair from 7-11pm (see details below) with Max Glazer and guests (Federation Sound), DJ Ayres (The Rub) and Nick Catchdubs (Fool’s Gold). We’ll see you there…

Zach Cordner and The Hundreds have joined together to produce a limited line of T-shirts. With a strong celebrity influence, three T-shirts feature some very familiar personalities including Daft Punk, OutKast and Darlene. The photography of Zach Cordner is on show at The Hundreds gallery until September 5th.

Here is a sick new clip from 5boro and Huf flow rider, Dave Abair. Check it out.

The Hundreds gives us a look at the Fall 2011 Eyeware. Featuring the brand new Morrison, the Valens, and the Phoenix.

HUF Quality Footwear is proud to introduce Joey Pepper to the team. Shot by Stephen Marino, cut by Martin Reigel.

HUF team rider, Brad Cromer, ripping it up!

FRONT Magazine gives us a behind-the-scenes look into one of their photoshoots. Arabella Drummond models some of the latest HUF gear that is in retailers near you!

We brought up our extended family The Hundreds from LA to experience what Vancouver has to offer and let them check out KNOW?SHOW which just happened this past week. Thankfully there was no short of beautiful women, sunshine, and good times for the crew to be welcomed with. Bobby wandered with his camera and has been updated their website daily with photos. Here are some of the experiences from The Hundreds in Vancouver.

Dan Plunkett and Brad Staba recently went out to Amsterdam for AmsterDamn Am. They came back with this. Shooted and cutted by Brad Staba.

Nate Fantasia for 10.DEEP from 10.DEEP Skateboarding on Vimeo.

2011 Summer promo for 10.DEEP Skateboarding featuring Nate Fantasia. Filmed and edited by Gasper Chiaramonte.