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🚨🚨New Episode🚨🚨 Listen to the the sec

🚨🚨New Episode🚨🚨

Listen to the the second episode of Klyph Notes Live, with @djklyph, recorded at the @numberzpodcastnetwork #pdxblackpodcastfest in the Welcome Dome in @thesquarepdx.

This one featuring on of the nicest/humble emcees in the city @rasheedjamal.wav. It’s always a pleasure to hear his perspective on music and life.

Catch this episode on all podcast platforms. #like #share #rate #review #comment Much gratitude to the homie, @skambeezy for holding us down with the soundtrack.

Thank you to supporters of the Klyph Notes podcast @akepeleapparel
@thenumberzfm
@xrayfm
@fivese7encollective

#anotherdjklyphproduction #akepeleapparel #djklyph #klyphnotes

Branding and Sticker Evolution. Part 2! Ok, the

The latest episode of the Klyph Notes podcast with

The latest episode of the Klyph Notes podcast with @djklyph is up featuring @tyronehendrix. Recorded live at @thenumberzfm #pdxblackpodcastfest in the Welcome Dome in @thesquarepdx. Salute to @skambeezy for holding down the soundtrack and yours truly, @akarenzo, on the 📸. Listen now on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to spread the word! #podcast #subscribe #like #rate #review #anotherdjklyphproduction

SOLID PROJECT!!! Two legends in their own right @

SOLID PROJECT!!!

Two legends in their own right @brettoslumfunk & @tallhomeyvita joining forces for Rusty Bladez!!!

I won’t compare this to anything current or golden era because is sits in its own glory.

In talking with @matt_nelkin of @liquidbeat Records, he said “In an era when most don’t listen to a project in its entirety front to back, this album is one you do!” He’s right, every track tells a story and they all compliment each other.

I was fortunate to experience this album performed live at #miccheckpdx 6 year Anniversary last night! It was an intimate set full of energy and rawness, super DOPE.

Congratulations on a dope project y’all!

-Renzo

#brettoslumfunk #slumfunk #vitamindproducer #rustybladez #liquidbeat #liquidbeatrecords #miccheckpdx #klyphnotes #djklyph #mattnelkin #djogone

Branding and Sticker Evolution. Part 1! One of m

Branding and Sticker Evolution.
Part 1!

One of my first designs for @akepeleapparel was the

Funk.
Boogie.
Soul.
Disco.

Tee. It’s simple, makes a statement, and remains to be a popular item.

Here is the branding and sticker evolution since my launch in 2014. It went from a basic square sticker, to a more detailed square, then to a fly die cut incorporating the lion mark in the “O” of Soul!!!

This shows growth is creativity, design, and branding.

Needless to say, I’ve learned so much in the last 8 years. Akepele Apparel celebrated it 8th birthday June 7th!!!

#akepeleapparel #streetwearwithrhythm #akepelepdx #akepelestreetwear #happybirthday #branding #marketing

It was a hype day at the @break_thyself #supertigh

It was a hype day at the @break_thyself #supertightcircle BBoy event. Not only was Akepele present with a successful mini pop-up… I got to meet and rap with the BBoy legend @urbanactionfigure (Ivan).

I remember watching him and K-Mel go round for round at the @bboysummitofficial in 1999 at UCLA. I’ve been a fan since. I should have brought out his VHS “demo reel” to sign… lol

Good times!!!

-Renzo

#supertightcircle #breakthyself #bboybattle #bboyivan #bboyivanurbanactionfigure #djblesone #one8kevin #akepeleapparel #akarenzo #stepspdx

I’ve been focusing on updating the website and m

Hella Dope replica done by the talented @djrossone

Hella Dope replica done by the talented @djrossone. Be sure to give him a follow, his page is mad cool.
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Repost: “After my last post I know you’re all thinking “I want to make a replica Duck Rock boombox!” Well.. you’re in luck. Here’s a video showing how I did it, step-by-step! Quick McLaren mini-mix by yours truly of course. Shoutout to my assistants @earlthesquirrelofficial and Zingo.” - @djrossone

#duckrock #boombox #malcolmmclaren #worldfamoussupremeteam

Dopeness from the @liquidbeat family. Incredibly

Dopeness from the @liquidbeat family.

Incredibly excited to announce that Libretto & Vitamin D's Rusty Bladez album is out now! Link in bio.

Available:
-Digital & Streaming
-Vinyl (pre-order expected late fall)
-Cassette (with alternative King Tee
inspired album art)

Album Info:
Libretto returns for his sixth full length album entitled Rusty Bladez, and is accompanied by Seattle legend Vitamin D handling all production duties, plus a few standout verses of his own.

As evidenced by his inmate ID on the cover, Libretto's meditations on his time spent in the Federal Penitentiary system run throughout the entirety of Rusty Bladez. Libretto recounts in vivid detail the experiences and lifestyle that led him there, and his experiences and mind state once released.

Vitamin D's production mastery provides the perfect backdrop for Libretto to recount his true life tales. Showcasing his versatile skills across all 17 tracks, Vitamin D once again demonstrates why he is your favorite producer's favorite producer, as well as a force of his own on the mic.

Helping round out the complete picture, Libretto & Vitamin D are joined on the album by top notch lyricists and vocalists including Roc Marciano, Guilty Simpson, Gift of Gab [R.I.P], Planet Asia, Keisha Plum, Jumbo (Lifesavas), Toni Hill, Syndel, and more!

Rusty Bladez is the product of two West Coast veterans, made in true collaborative fashion, with their talents and expertise on full display.

Album Credits:
Raps: Libretto
Production: Vitamin D
Album features collaborations with:
@RocMarci
@IamTheGiftofGab [R.I.P]
@KeishaPlum
@GuiltySimpson
@planetasiamedallions
@solaurenadams
@jumboisdr.ama (Lifesavas + @misfit_massive)
@misstonihill
@syndelofoldominion_

#RustyBladez #Libretto #VitaminD #SlumFunk #SlumFunkEntertainment #LiquidBeat #LiquidBeatRecords #Vinyl #Cassette #HipHop #RapMusic #HipHopCulture #RocMarciano #GiftofGab #GuiltySimpson #KeishaPlum #PlanetAsia #Jumbo #ToniHill #Syndel #LaurenAdams

PORTLAND: @one8kevin with the Super Tight Event

PORTLAND:

@one8kevin with the Super Tight Event Update:

- We’re increasing the 1st place cash prize to $1-rack ($1,000)!!!. Huge shout out to @b_bandit333 and @friendsofnoise for making this possible!!!
- @djblesone dropped the official Super Tight Circle mixtape! Music selected by myself and mixed by Bles! Check the linktree in my bio or head over to his ig!
- If you come hungry, the @madman_popup will be on location offering Trinidadian specialties. I recommend Aloo Pie and adding shrimp. I hope you like chickpeas as much as I do, otherwise; you’re cancelled! This is the Portland way 🤷🏻‍♂️. Nah j/k, they have other delicious things.
- @akepeleapparel will be on site vending some fresh gear. The proprietor Trent is one of the first bboys I ever met in the late 90s!
- @complexbreaks has been tapping into their 3rd eye to provide some complex giveaways. Can’t wait to touch 3rd eyes!

May 14th 4-9pm
2 Vs. 2 Breakin’ Battle and Open Circle
Prelims begin at 5pm

Located at STEPS PDX
522 N. Thompson St.
Portland, OR

*FREE Entry*

**$1000 Cash Prize** for 1st Place 🥇

Battle Judges:
@orb4444 (Circle of Fire / Soul Shifters)
@sergology (Jungle Brothas / Hoodz)
@najthemirage (Cypher Queenz)

Hosted by the legendary Bboy IVAN aka @urbanactionfigure

Music provided by @DJBlesOne and @Emecks (Real Love DJs)

We’re also offering a FREE Bgirl workshop at Steps from 3-4pm hosted by Bgirl Naj (@najthemirage) of the Cypher Queenz (@cypherqueenz)

Special thanks to our friends and collaborators:
@stepspdx , @cypherqueenz , @complexash , @nicegreg , @endproduct , @_toflow , and everyone at @break_thyself

Happy Birthday to my good friend @djklyph, he’s

Happy Birthday to my good friend @djklyph, he’s one of the hardest working dudes I know next to myself. He’s also a networking king, I’m steadily learning from you.

Enjoy your day to the fullest!!!

-Renzo

Where would anyone or anything be without a solid

Where would anyone or anything be without a solid foundation to build on?

The worlds youngest sub-culture, hip hop, has just that with 4 primary elements of foundation: Rhythm, Motion, Voice, Name!!! More commonly known as DJ, BBoy/BGirl, Emcee, and Graffiti artist.

These elements of foundation were once thought to be a fad, but here we are approaching 50 years of influential people, style, culture. I’m grateful to be part of such greatness!!!

This graphic tee illustrates the strength of this foundation and belief in the culture that it created. Wear this with pride!!!

-Renzo

#thefoundation #thefoundationofhiphop #hiphopelements #bboy #bgirl #dj #deejay #artist #graffitiartist #emcee #akepeleapparel #akepelestreetwear #hiphopstreetwear

The homie @djplaytime looking dapper with @akepele

The homie @djplaytime looking dapper with @akepeleapparel in the Big Apple.

Thank you for sharing.

#djplaytime #nesdjs #akepeleapparel #newyorkcity #statueofliberty

In 3rd & 4th grade I’d swap out fat lace colors

In 3rd & 4th grade I’d swap out fat lace colors daily on my kicks to match an outfit, it felt like I had a different pair of shoes each day.

I went back to those days and hooked up this pair of @adidasoriginals Shell Toes (Superstar) with checkerboard fat laces for the @akepeleapparel Fall Pop-Up last year!

This was to for a hip hop elements display to tie in with a series of tees I designed for the culture.

This was a dope event and the store looked super fresh. I can’t wait for the next one. Stay tuned.

#akepeleapparel #akepelestreetwear #hiphopelemets #hiphopculture #hiphopfashion #retrofashion #adidasoriginal #adidadsuperstar #streetwearfashion #embodytheculture #movewothit #streetwearwithrhythm #akepelepopup

I kinda miss my Covid hair! I grew it out for 18 m

Happy Birthday to the great Clive Campbell aka DJ

Happy Birthday to the great Clive Campbell aka DJ Kool Herc aka father of Hip Hop.

Who knew his recreation center parties and block parties would be the birthplace of something so great!

Enjoy your day sir!!!

-Renzo

#djkoolherc #clivecampbell #thefatherofhiphop #akepeleapparel

Who remembers making mix tapes to bump in the ride

Who remembers making mix tapes to bump in the ride or for a boo thang?

This was a must way back when, mix tapes with that boom bap or a “slow jamz” mix tape.

This “old school cuts” nostalgia piece is a staple for those who lived it and/or appreciate the importance of it. Get yours now!!!

Only at akepele.com. (Link in bio).

#oldschoolcuts #oldschoolmixtape #akepeleapparel #akepelestreetwear #streetwearwithrhythm #movewithit #embodytheculture #mixtapes #boombaphiphop #cassette #cassettetape #goldenerahiphop

A K E P E L E A P P A R E L Streetwear__With__Rhy

A K E P E L E A P P A R E L
Streetwear__With__Rhythm.

Get the dopeness only at Akepele.com.
Link in bio!!!

#akepeleapparel #streetwearwithrhythm #embodytheculture #movewithit #musicislife #akepelepdx #portlandstreetwear

Did you know you can get 10% off your first order,

Hip Hop Blvd. aka. Sedgwick Ave. Bronx, NY! Thi

Hip Hop Blvd.
aka.
Sedgwick Ave.
Bronx, NY!

This is the original tee and you can only get it right here… @akepeleapparel.

#hiphopblvd #bronx #bronxny #1520sedgwickave #koolherc #birthplaceofhiphop #akepeleapparel #movewithit #embodytheculture #streetwearwithrhythm

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