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Soundset: The Ins & Outs

May 27, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

There are few things that are more dope about living in Minnesota than Soundset. Every year, Minneapolis’s own Rhymesayers bring in the best hip-hop talent from across the country for an epic show that always makes memories for all in attendance.

And this year just might be the best year yet. There’s a new venue (Soundset has moved from Canterbury Park to the State Fairgrounds), and a dope lineup (A$AP Rocky, Future, The Roots, Common, and Anderson .Paak to name a few). What’s not to love? read more

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Take Flight: GoodKarmaNiles’s SPVCESHIP Is Here

May 26, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

Summer is upon us. It’s beautiful out in the Twin Cities, and you’re probably in need of some fire music to bump in your whip. Well, you’re in luck. GoodKarmaNiles just dropped his highly anticipated EP SPVCESHIP, produced entirely by RP Hooks, Ninety, and CONNYE.

The EP features ethereal-sounding production, car-rattling bass, and extremely relatable lyrics. It’s a conceptual project with a very distinct sound. Ever been through the struggle and came out stronger because of it? So has GoodKarmaNiles, and you’ll be able to relate to what he’s spitting through the whole project. It’s all about creating something that gets you to your destination and your goals, be it a spaceship or a car (GoodKarmaNiles loves fast cars). read more

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The Jordan I Low “Swooshless” Is A Must-Cop

May 20, 2016May 20, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

We’re pretty damn particular about our Jordans here at KicksOneTwo. We know what we like and what we want from Jordan Brand, and we generally stick to it. However, something occasionally comes along that just blows us out of the water (like the Futures did 2 years ago), and we’ll rock with it heavy.

Well, one of those releases is dropping this weekend: the Jordan I Low “Swooshless”. Available in black, “trooper” (olive green), and “arctic orange” (pink), all three colors of the Swooshless are simple, clean, and high-quality. The branding is minimal, with a small Nike Air on the tongue and the classic winged ball logo on the heel, the leather quality is high (we had a chance to check them out in person and they feel great), and the laces have gold tips for a little extra touch. read more

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Refined and Kind: Sneaker in Charleston, SC

July 6, 2016May 7, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

Here at KicksOneTwo, we love to travel. Getting out and exploring new parts of the country is something we enjoy greatly…and you know whenever we set foot in a new town, we’ve got to hit the local sneaker spots to see what’s good.

Well, we’re happy to say we’ve come across one of our new favorite spots. Sneaker, in Charleston, SC has everything a sneakerhead could need and want, from a carefully-curated selection of kicks by Puma, Saucony, Converse, New Balance and more, to dope apparel from brands like Raised By Wolves and 10 Deep. The aesthetic is very refined, but don’t get it confused: there’s no snobbery whatsoever at Sneaker. The staff is kind and welcoming, and the store is a great place to post up and talk kicks. read more

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Sneaker Gallery In St Paul Is Open For Business

May 1, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

We’re a Minneapolis-based sneaker blog. The 612 is our home. But we’ve got love for the 651 too (St. Paul for you out-of-staters), and we’re stoked that a new sneaker store just opened up across the river.

Sneaker Gallery is located at 2480 University Avenue West in St. Paul. They’ve got walls full of sneakers, racks of apparel, and NBA Jam, NFL Blitz, and The Simpsons arcade machines if you want to come get your nostalgia on. Go check them out this week, and see what they’ve got going on! Here’s a few pictures of the store so you can get an idea of what they’re all about before you make the trek out there. read more

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Top 5 Sneaker Releases This Weekend

April 30, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

Take a deep breath. Now exhale. You made it through another workweek, and the glorious weekend is upon you. And a glorious weekend it certainly is, as it’s full of fire kicks every way you look. Since there’s a lot of options we’re ranking our favorites, so without further ado, here’s the top 5 sneaker releases this weekend.

5. Concepts x Diadora N9000 “Concepts Pack”-Today, $N/A

Concepts and Diadora wanted to pay homage to Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack on a classic sneaker with this collab, and they did just that. The black and white blocking is done very tastefully, and the red top eyelet adds just a little extra steez. Another great runner collab from Boston’s best. read more

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Drop Everything You’re Doing, Drake’s “Views” Is Out Now

April 29, 2016April 29, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

In case you were in bed mad early last night or were disconnected from the Internet and missed it somehow…Drake dropped his highly anticipated album Views yesterday. The biggest album of the year this far, it’s got bangers like “Hype” and “Still Here”, but also has the more introspective cuts that Drake’s so well known for, like “Weston Road Flows”.

It’s a fine body of work from Drizzy, and you should do yourself a favor and go cop it on iTunes right now, or stream it on Apple Music if you’re a subscriber. Here’s the link to buy…what are you waiting for? Go pay your respects (or respecks, as Birdman might say). read more

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Shameless Instagram Plug VIII

April 16, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

Yes, it’s that time again. It’s been a little over a month since the last installment, and we’re here shamelessly plugging our Instagram once again. We’re reminding you to head on over to the ‘gram and toss us a follow so you can get your weekly dose of fire jawnz. We’d like to think we’ve got enough heat on the page to start a damn wildfire, so you’re really doing yourself a disservice if you’re not following us.

Also, we’ve got a whole bunch of new and exciting stuff popping off on that end. First of all, as you may have already noticed, we changed up the watermark. We’re testing this new text-only jawn out, and may switch to another font or another graphic soon, but as of now we’re really digging the minimalistic look. Our logo is dope, but we don’t want to do anything to take attention away from the shoes in the pictures, so we thought we’d simplify it for you just a touch. read more

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TODAY: TCSAX 7 at the Mayo Clinic Square

April 10, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

Today’s the day.

At noon, the Mayo Clinic Square (right by the Target Center) will be taken over by sneakerheads, music lovers, and artists as TCSAX 7 is finally upon us. Got your ticket already? Good on you. Don’t have your ticket yet? There’ll be a limited amount of tickets at the door.

Come out! The sneaker community doesn’t gather en masse frequently, so it’s important to show up. You’ll get a chance to see your friends as well as meet some new people, and there’s a good chance you’ll be leaving with a new pair of kicks or some gear. Vendors like Create Karma and Vintage Pooleboy will have tables of dope stuff for you to peruse. read more

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TONIGHT: Father, Bobby Raps, and Martin Sky at the Cabooze

April 8, 2016 by Ross Dwyer

It’s going down tonight at the Cabooze.

Red Bull Sound Select and Greenroom Magazine have come together and set up a banger of a show that’ll only set you back $3 with an RSVP (which you can do right here).

The always-touring Father will be blessing the stage along with St. Paul’s own Bobby Raps, Martin $ky, and DJ sets from TIIIIIIIIIIP and KicksOneTwo homie BVCKWOODS. Father’s shows always get turnt, and with $3 first come, first serve tickets (the RSVP only enables you to buy a $3 ticket at the door, it doesn’t guarantee you a spot in the show), it’s going to be even rowdier than usual. Hit the link up top to RSVP, check the tracks below to get a feel for the artists if you’re not already familiar, and be ready to get lit. read more

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