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Modern Life Mag Recap: Die Wilde Pop Up Shop at Lo-Fi with Chief Aleel, Dane O$even, and Wallace A

The emergence of brands coming into the city has made the trail mix of new clothes confusing for people to decipher a brand from one another. Hailing from the Missouri City area, you have Die Wilde Clothing, a brand who’s in their primitive stages but they have made themselves known already with their unique drops and lookbooks. They continued to extend their level of getting better with their first official pop up shop held at Lo-Fi Vintage, in the Lower Westheimer/Montrose area.

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Breaking The Mold: Khari Bernard's Summer 2016 Showing At Posture Apparel

The fashion scene in Houston has opened up in the past few years with the growth of many brands and boutiques. In the short time of its opening, Posture Apparel has made it’s way to being among one of the most elite places to shop for the latest threads in the city. The creative concept store that was once a car garage has turned into a business that hosts brands such as Vintage Bleach, Marc Noir, Haculla, and more. The forward thinking boutique has turned the necks and the mindsets of Houstonians to a different beat, and this has also correlated in the line of their events as well. One of their most profound events that brought out the expanding creative scene was the official showing of Khari Bernard’s Summer Collection. 

The central focus was on the growth of Bernard’s skills when it came to the theme, his advancement in design, and cohesiveness of vision. Knowing there is not a shortage of brands who have made their into the city and have pulled in their target demographic, Bernard defied the odds and did things his way. He cultivated his line of clothing to resonate not as a source of garments that one can sport, but also relaying the message to become one with the idea that comes along with each piece he offers in his collections. 

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Bringing Soufside Worldwide: Tedy Andreas and Friends Show Recap

Let’s turn the clock one year ago, Tedy Andreas was among one of Houston’s most talented but he was just making his way as another emerging in the city. Fast forward to a year later, the Space City representer is signed to Joey Fatts Cutthroat, received more than a million plus streams on his mixtape, “Mad Illusions” and headline his own packed show in his hometown. The experience of the show from the opening acts that included Wes Brooks, Hyndrix, Scrap Bundy, Pure Pressure, Dino Barge, Trap Guapo and more to OG Che$$ and Loudiene making special appearances, each individual carried their own sense of energy. Bringing different forms of style to the forefront, it was something that Houston wasn’t used to seeing. 

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Modern Life Mag Recap: 40 Oz Bounce Houston 2016

The 40 Oz Van 's "40 Oz Bounce" Party Tour have been touring all parts of the USA, but it was only right for the movement to make it's way to the "City of Sprite". The H-Town edition of 40 Oz Bounce was held at the night club, VAO and hosted by the good people of Privy Houston. Here's the exclusive inside look of the turn up documented by Roger Torabi and Josh Aranada. 

Check it out and see what's it like when 40 Oz Van brings out some of the finest and lively in Space City. 

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Welcome To The TrapHouse SXSW Event Recap

SXSW is one of the most electrifying events when it comes to live music. The Spring Break filled fest is turnt with energy coming from college kids, professionals, musicians, and everyone weird in between providing the vibes in Austin, TX. Modern Life Mag dipped their feet into SXSW festivities this year at the “Welcome to the Traphouse” showcase that featured artists such as Loudiene, Rizzoo Rizzoo, Maxo Kream, YK, The Outfit TX, and more. Here’s the recap video of the showcase held at South Austin Brewery. You’ll see some of your favorite artists, brands, and more in this video.

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Ham on Everything x All Def Digital "Ham Jam" SXSW Show Recap

The great vibes that were presented during SXSW just opened the gates for fans and followers to see their favorite artists live in the nation’s live music capital, Austin, TX. One of the biggest events that went down was Ham on Everything and All Def Digital’s SXSW Showcase that featured the likes of Maxo Kream, Lil Uzi Vert, Rizzoo Rizzoo, Playboi Carti, and more. One of Houston’s most trusted guys behind the lens, Kolby Delce, caught all of the action and here is the exclusive gallery of the showcase below.

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SXSW Photo Diaries: SteadyPrime

The streets of Austin were filled with energy, passion, and the will to have a great time. In the midst of the fun, there were the people behind the lens capturing the action and one of the sharpest photographers documenting the action was SteadyPrime. The Texas native made it apparent that these moments were more than a picture but a sharp moment in time you can identify with.

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Modern Life Mag at the Fader Fort Recap Photos

During our SXSW adventures on our last day in Austin, we had a chance to visit to Fader Fort but unfortunately didn't get in. Long story short, the line was moving sluggishly for three hours and it was finally time to tap out. Aside from the disappoint of not getting in, we had a chance to get some photos outside with some cool folks. Among the people who are in the gallery are GoldLink, Rome Fortune, SheLoveMeechie, Gunner Stahl, and more. 

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Lil Uzi Vert x Rich The Kid VHS Concert Recap

Space City welcomed the likes of Lil Uzi Vert and Playboi Carti for their “Left Right Tour”. On March 2nd, the youth of the city made their way to the Numbers Night Club on Westhimer. Despite having a sold out crowd, Playboi Carti wasn’t able to make it and Rich the Kid had to fill in for the night’s festivities. Here we have an exclusive VHS recap recorded by rising film guy, Abstrktz.

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Doeman Album Release at Imperial Houston

The Houston cultural scene continues to grow with more, and you see that with rising stores like Imperial Houston. The throwback boutique has opened the doors for various artists such as Southside Gauxst, Wes Blanco, Doeman, and more to showcase their talents in front of spectators and shoppers. Earlier this week, we attended Doeman's Album Release for his alternative thinking yet hard hitting project, "Outer Body Experience".

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The Day The Youth Ruled Houston : Trill Sammy + Dice Soho Houston Concert Recap

Trill Sammy and Dice Soho had made an appearance at my former high school’s pre-state pep rally not because I was there, but because my Twitter timeline was filled with the hype.   Dice Soho had been in my playlists rotation since the "Mary and Molly" days but never had I seen the hype around him and his tour partner like this; I mean my former high school is in the top twenty largest public schools in the nation and they were all proudly riding these guys’ wave.  You had to have been blind to not see the duo putting in major work, scheming something big, something bigger than opening for Maxo Kream, something bigger than making a song with Slim Thug, that something being the embarkation of their very own Texas Tour.

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Houston rolls out the red carpet for it's "30 for 30" commemorative event

The Houston creative scene has been one that has been bubbling for quite sometime but it was until recently we gathered the important people behind the scenes in one place and honored those who deserved it. From those who are the writers to the directors to the radio hosts, Wire Studios included all of these vital pieces in one place to network, celebrate, and plan for what's to come this year. 

Check out the exclusive photo recap here. 

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Houston Are You Ready to Kick It : The New Emerging Sneaker Convention, Sole of Houston

The Houston sneaker scene has grown up and established itself as a staple for the youth in the city since the humble beginnings of the "H-Town Sneaker Summit." The guys who started out their movement in the confines of the Toyota Center have influenced two high school seniors, Filip Da Silva and Zachary Long who turned their hobby of reselling shoes into a full on sneaker convention. 

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Stonerz Delight presents "Goons, Goblins, and Trapstars" Recap

The Dallas live music scene for hip hop continues to bubble up and flourish. They continue to bring the heat with more shows and one of the most exciting showcases that happened recently was Stonerz Delight's "Goons, Goblins, and Trapstars". Check out the exclusive recap by DontHypeMe featuring 21 Savage, Rizzoo Rizzoo, Cardo, The Outfit TX, and more. 

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