I directed a few skits for Karmaloop TV today that featured the rapper Redman. It was inspired by ESPN Sportcenter commercials with Red working various positions around the office. Hill. Larious.

This skit is my favorite— can’t wait for ya’ll to see it.

In my office – Funk Doc was interested in my figures–

Last scene of the day— Redman called to the boss’s office.

One of my favs! Funk Doctor!

New album “Reggie” out now.

This project was an amazing experience to work on. Most times I visit the company I’m working with to begin conversations on our project together and to lay the foundation for design. I usually get the bulk of the work done from my office. This one was a bit different.

I flew out to Toronto to design this vest but the difference was actually walking the manufacturing floor of Canada Goose. Being able to see the raw material, the process and finished product was a great perspective to gain before delving into the design process on these vests. Learning the history of the company and understanding the purpose of their product was important to me. Canada Goose jackets, when used for their original intent, will save a life. The product they develop help professionals who work in extreme climates survive.

What is more important than that?

Granted my interpretation of this Alberta Vest was through the lens of fashion but it was built on function. Function to me is an important place to start— design that serves a purpose– and Canada Goose has mastered that.

I want to thank Dani, Kevin and Spencer at CG for their patience and support. I hope you dig the final product.

Also would like to thank Harris, Paul Mighty and Nick Cangello for the support on the project. It’s always a team effort.

This is the video piece I directed for the vest release— Paul Mighty is the model in the video and also produced the music used with Dj Manipulator under their production group name Boxcutters. TBB Music will be releasing Dj Manipulator’s “Live From The Badlands” in the next few weeks.

A couple weeks ago I ran out to NYC with my crew and directed a couple music videos for an upcoming Butcher’s Block music project. First to be released will be my good friend’s Chace Infinite’s video. Here is a couple shots from the shoot.

Setting up some shots in front of Prohibit in the L.E.S. Chace is a madman. #ThatIsAll

Nick Cangello is a film maker that joined the team recently. He basically listens to me rant and figures out how to capture it correctly (I say correctly because I am a little guerrilla with it). Amazing creative and addition to TBB. Welcome to the team!

Paul Mighty is my co pilot and is in charge of all audio on our projects (and tons of creative input). Probably the most reliable person I know. Everything I’m involved with he is probably not too far away. Incredible talent.

Video coming soon!

With excitement I introduce the premier of the first official episode of Butcher’s Block TV.

I have started and restarted this project multiple times with the goal of presenting a quality piece that wouldn’t be bound to current events but rather a focus on timeless topics. Something less reliant on what the artist I’m interviewing is working on and more about how they are inspired to work. A presentation of their thoughts and feelings delivered to you unfiltered with no chaser.

I set out to build a platform for inspiring personalities to speak on what they believe in, feel and most importantly try to give the viewer a better understanding of where they are and came from creatively.

I hope you enjoy my first episode.

TBB TV SEASON 1 / EPISODE 1
CURT@!N$: I am Dope Boy C

Curtains is an extremely talented artist who Kanye West dubbed a “fashion genius”. His choice of garb might lead you to believe that his music should sound a certain way but don’t be fooled by his penchant for being dapper. His compositions are as diverse as his taste for fashion. Curtains delivers aggressive and insightful lyrics with a message entangled in wordplay that will have your ear to the speaker trying to catch every curve ball thrown. In this piece Dope Boy discusses how his fashion sensibilities have landed him in a unnecessary rap category and why he doesn’t believe in being labeled.

Created & Directed by Frank The Butcher
Director of Photography: Nicholas Black
Audio Technician: Paul Mighty

Music: Bamboo Child by Ryo Kawasaki

A couple months back I introduced you to my new favorite group when I posted The Wellington Paper’s “Berlin” video— well they are back.

Here is the video for TWP’s joint Jackie.

Enjoy.

Follow them on Twitter @HBWELLINGTON

You might have seen the Rocafella Films movie “Paid in Full” that was loosely based on the infamous Harlem drug dealers Azie, Rich Porter & Alpo. This is the real Azie (Ace in the movie) and he doesn’t quite agree with how the movie went down.

Fun Fact: AZ the rapper lifted his name from Azie the drug dealer who also formed a rap group in 1989 with some real street goons named “Mob Style”. Mob Style had a real dislike for N.W.A. because of their unproven street tales and even set it on them at the Apollo. If my memory serves me right, I think there were some words for AZ from Azie back in the day too. Do The Knowledge here.

Big shouts to my man Fat Jon from the Bronx for putting me onto to Mob Style in 1995— I remember us skipping class, catching tags– him blowing the El swearing up and down that Nas’ man AZ wasn’t the original “AZ”.

Azie continues his conversation about the movie Paid In Full, having friends, killing friends and Hip-Hop.

Fresh from the cutting room— The Kid Daytona’s “Contact” video featuring Kardinal Offishall!

“Contact” is the second single off Daytona’s “Come Fly with Me” album which you can download here.

The video was filmed in Boston at one of the nightclubs and also at Laced Boston.

If you look closely— you might catch a glimpse of the Butcher in the video.

This joint is crack!

Big shouts to Daytona and Brand Nation

The Kid Daytona – “Contact!” feat. Kardinal Offishall (Video) from The Kid Daytona on Vimeo.

“Contact!” is the second video shot off of The Kid Daytona’s “Come Fly With Me” free album download… It features Konvict Music/Interscope artist Kardinal Offishall and is produced by 6th Sense. Video directed by Noah Christofer (Beyond Measure Films)

This is my shit and might be my new favorite band.

The Wellington Papers straight out of New York City.

The song is a true story….

Peep blog here.