Brooklyn’s own Recess hit Converse Rubber Tracks to record some new tunes.
Oh, Hello:
“Oh Hello” with Reccess talks about the band relocating from Texas to Brooklyn, the meaning of their name and working within the unique atmosphere of the Converse Rubber Tracks studio.
Track of the Week:
This week’s “Track of the Week” features Recess as they lay down instrumentals and perfect lyrics on the spot for their single “No Games.”
This “Oh Hello” showcases duo Tennis as they discuss their serendipitous collegiate meeting, how living on a boat together for eight months led to starting a band and why recording their first album themselves was important.
Biography:
Nick is a mellow kid that has a laidback approach to life. His laidbackness is obvious when you watch him skate; he’s just completely relaxed. He’s from Phoenix, Arizona but has moved to the cooler climes of Long Beach, California. You can catch him cruising the Long Beach streets, or off on far away adventures discovering new spots around the globe.
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Mike grew up skating the streets of Ventura, California although he is not your typical So-Cal skateboarder. He is raw, unpolished with an effortless style and comfortable skating any terrain that is put in his path. When you witness him skateboarding you can see that he is having a good time. He does not consider skateboarding as a job and gets uncomfortable when people refer to it as a career. Mike receives strong support from his sponsors and has already released a few memorable video parts. Be on the lookout for great things to come from Mike as he is always ready for the next adventure.
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RUNE 3D:
It’s time to get your 3D glasses, and step into Rune’s world.
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Rune Glifberg’s smooth style and versatility sets him apart from every skateboarder out there. He continues to dominate the contest circuit, having just recently won the 1st place X Games Gold medal in 2009 for the second year in a row. Rune’s effortless agility, easy going personality and proven track record have earned him a solid reputation as one of the skateboarding industry’s most respected and admired professionals. Beyond his contest track record, Rune has over 8 video parts to date with the completion of his newest part in Flip’s “Extremely Sorry”.
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If you have never heard of Jason Jesse it is time to get out from under the rock you have been living beneath. Jason has been featured in over 17 skate films since originally flourishing in the Santa Cruz video “Streets on Fire”. Some people exploit emerging trends where innovators like Jason pave the road for trends to originate and then shy away when knowing that the trend has gotten blown out. From building motorcycles, cars, welding and showing the world what the perfect frontside ollie looks like, Jason has been a productive man. In 2012 Jason was honored by Transworld Skateboarding magazine by receiving the TWS Legend Award. Jason continues to inspire people around the globe with his passion on and off a skateboard.
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2011 Coastal Carnage Finals
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Tom’s natural talent is immediately obvious to anyone that watches him skate, and his fluidity and diverse catalog of tricks makes it nearly impossible for anyone to look away. Tom’s versatile style stems from growing up in San Diego and skating the notoriously difficult Washington Street; a park that’s intimidating to even the most seasoned professionals. This training ground has made Tom one of the most fearless and promising ams out there, with a matchless raw energy that sets him apart from his peers.
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Thrasher x Converse – Prevent This Tragedy
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Sammy is just an all-around ripper. Whatever he’s doing, he does it full on. He’s from Las Vegas, Nevada but kind of goes where the wind takes him: LA, Oregon, Vegas… wherever there’s a crew of dudes shredding, there’s a good chance you’ll find Sammy.
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“L.A. TO VEGAS” is a short film celebrating the launch of Kenny’s pro shoe, the KA-ONE. Watch Kenny attempt the longest nose manual in history from his current home in Los Angeles to his hometown of Las Vegas. On the journey, he passes by iconic landmarks like Cherry Park in Long Beach, the L.A. River, the 405, and the desert, before he hits the Vegas strip and finally his old neighborhood. He is joined by many of the friends who have influenced him, his skating, and who have helped him get to where he is today. This isn’t just a homecoming back to Las Vegas, it is a return to Converse, the brand where it all started for Kenny.
Biography:
Kenny Anderson returns better than ever as an alumni to Converse, having been on the original team in 1997. Kenny’s smooth, consistent style and fluidity on a skateboard is no doubt, untouchable. His reemergence on the team stands out as one that is natural and sincere. Kenny’s rightful return to Converse is seen as a sort of homecoming by the entire Converse skate team.
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X Games Real Street Video Entry
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Originally from Boston, now living in NYC, Eli embodies the east coast style that can only be acquired from skating the unpredictable city streets. Though he resides on the East coast you can spot him on the West coast as Eli has spent some considerable time in Southern California. Eli’s tastes have matured, as evidenced in his most recent video entry for ESPN’s “Real Street” contest which just dropped this past summer.
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