Well deserved....

Your body deserves to just take a second sit back and listen to "Make Noise" by Maryland 'Movement' Artist, Shov....



Every time I hear the track I pick up different metaphors and in my mind puts me into Artists such as Beatles. Thus far in his journey of connecting everyone by their passions, Shov seems to sample and mix from all genres of the wide world of music.! I am sure I could speak for everyone here and with the team, we are definitely looking out for more.!
So for all of you music lovers, I am sure you enjoyed it the first time around. So just download it, and tell them Dude sent you.! [lol]. {DOWNLOAD LINK HERE}

Until Later...... "You only lose when you quit on yourself." -Mike V.

T-Shirt Design Contest [could you be the winner.?]

Do you think you have what it takes to win it all in the Dude Skateboards T-Shirt Design Contest.???? Flyers and more information coming soon...
[the early bird gets the worm]=email or tweet for the early, exclusive rundown.!

(@) DUDESk8boards@gmail.com
(Tw) http://twitter.com/DUDESk8boards

Super Saturday Giveaway.!!!!

This week was a pretty productive week in and out of Dude Skateboards.! So to celebrate in that, I am sharing a few of my graphic designs.! If you use them, please be respectful enough to email me first: DUDESk8boards@gmail.com.

Until Later... Peace, Love, GIVE BACK.... And of course Happy Birthday Lil Brother [Terrynce].!

REMEMBER TO EMAIL ME FIRST... DUDESK8BOARDS@GMAIL.COM

"Make Noise"

'Mr. Passion Knot' has come through for yours truly for this release of his newest track "Make Noise." Expect nothing less, Shov continues his journey to 'knit' (connect) all people by their true passion. Sit back, relax, and listen to the sound of Shov.
[DOWNLOAD TRACK HERE]


"Make Noise" - Shov

"Its All Part Of The Movement..."

Those of you following us on Twitter would know that we are getting ready for this radio show 'takeover' on July 23rd.! The link will be posted soon.
I sent out a general message to everyone following me to message me if they would like their tracks on our playlist for the show. In respect to Twitters "Follow Friday":: #ff ChRis BaRz. Also a native of PG County, this DMV artist turned his hobby into a true passion at a young age. Look out for more from this young MC, and of course his Twitter and Myspace would appreciate the love.

via [Twitter]
via [MySpace]

Until Later..... "Are you doing your part to keep the movement going.?" -Just Dude

"You Cool (prod. by Best Kept Secret)"--ChRis BaRz

@dfloyd202 x @DUDESk8boards Collabo + [NEW MIXTAPE].

"Chronicles Of My Mind", the 'hot-off-the-press' release by DMV Artist Diego Floyd.! The lyrics and flow makes this one of the best mixtapes released this year, BY FAR.! *DISCLAIMER* Parental Advisory is suggested...
This is real DC music, directly from the source. Artwork is a collaboration with D. Floyd and Dude Skateboards.! *both names are hyperlinked to Twitter.*

Until Later...... "Enjoy the DMV love, and enjoy the mixtape: http://www.zshare.net/download/6253643894131e80/

Look out for our live radio broadcast on July 23rd. Link will be posted soon.

Also our DMV [Artists] Community Meeting is the 25th.
Email DUDESk8boards@gmail.com for more information.!

Had to type something in [orange]... Dugee F.... Whats GOODY.!?

"You Should Already Know My Name...."

When I think of the new voices of DMV hip hop, or what the style of hip hop should be, I think of a couple of names... One of those guys that stand out in my mind just goes by the name: Shov. (http://eeshov.wordpress.com/)

His latest single, "Candle Eyes" was sampled from Massachucet's own Indie-Electric band, Passion Pit, and definitely shows the more chill, emotional side of the DMV artist. Don't just take my word for it, zone out to it yourself. [Click HERE]
Through a short email, Shov described his new concept that is pretty synonymous with that of Dude Skateboards:
"That first pic is like the explanation to this whole "Passion Knit" thing i'm doing with this song and songs that will soon be released. In a way its the cover art."
I am sure Shov would appreciate the love on Twitter and his Blog.!!!
Make sure to tell him DUDE Skateboards sent you.!!!

Until later........ "You can't change the wind; you can, however, adjust your sails" --Unknown

Here is an extra gift Fam... Shov's mixtape.!
(http://www.zshare.net/download/5626725688774fa5/)

"Stand Away Some:: [Version One Point None]."

The long awaited community promo video "Stand Away Some:: [Version One Point None]".! Track is by the DMV's own Dugee F. Buller (myspace.com/dugeefbuller1).
Follow us on Twitter (twitter.com/DUDESk8board) or send a message straight to the email (DUDESk8boards@gmail.com).! For just the track, download it HERE.

"To me, this video is just a way for the community to see that we work with skaters of all skill levels. The movement of Dude Skateboards will be one to change the image and expectations of PG County youth and skateboarders alike.!" --Shaymar W. Higgs

The man behind the movement.
--Shaymar W. Higgs--

Until later......... "Stay connected for more information about our Skate Community Meeting on July 25th.!"

"California On The Brain..."

This week Maryland has been super sunny, which caused "California On The Brain" Sydrome.! In respect of the super hot sun, the jeans this week got super skinny with the Vans and Nike SBs.!
"Black Mags and Skateboards" was recovered through the 10,000 songs on my iPod.! The album was first released in November of 2008, and has been playing on the iPod Blaster (speakers) ever since.! Make sure you check out the track "Black Mags".! To download mixtape [click here].

Until later..... Look out for our TV Interview on Fios Channel 42.!

"Who's On The Line......?"

Today after a very informative and productive meeting with Ms. Tiger, I went home to relax with the rest of the friends and family. Of course I am on Twitter and see that UMUC 88.1 FM Radio was live with the FlyBoys.!(http://www.wmuc.umd.edu/) So I tuned in, and made up that request for "Kind of Like a Big Deal" by J.Ferb and Shov.! If you have not heard it, check it out.! http://www.zshare.net/audio/622761297ae6f026/
To make a long story short, I got put live on the air.! [Full Interview] Thanks to everyone up at UMUC 88.1 FM, and of course Ferb, DJ T.A.S.K, and the rest of the FlyBoys Fam.! http://www.zshare.net/audio/622848270101616b/

Until later.................. "Just think about ways that YOU could help build that "bridge" in YOUR community.!?"

"Exclusive DMV Skate Community Meeting..."

As I have told everyone that was going to happen... Dude Skateboards has organized the ULTIMATE Skateboarding Community Meeting.! For more information contact: DUDESk8boards@gmail.com. The meeting will be about the upcoming Skate Plaza, upcoming Dude Skateboards events, and of course ALL THINGS LOCAL.!!! Again, for more information contact us at: DUDESk8boards@gmail.com. Or twitter: http://twitter.com/DUDESk8boards

DO NOT FORGET WE ARE STILL COLLECTING SKATEBOARDS AND PARTS FOR OUR SKATEBOARD DRIVE. WE WANT TO PROMOTE BEING ACTIVE.! PLUS WE ARE RECYCLING.!!!
UNTIL LATER..... [REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE]

"Skinny Jeans... Fitted Caps... Sick Beat..."

After my home boy Malcolm was dancing around on webcam to this song and then seeing my fellow hip-hop blogger, Elitaste, post the song on his blog, I figured we might as well blog about the video as well.! The New Kids.... Lets just say that they are LA's coolest scene-kids.!!!
For those of you who cannot dig the skinny jeans trend, look out for the next post.... For the rest of the world that is open-minded, enjoy "You're A Jerk" by The New Kids.!