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MONOGRAMME

Monday, Apr 28, 2008 6:18PM / / 杰叔！

We’ll be launching the What’s Good? X Know1edge Monogramme Collection this Thursday at the opening of What’s Good? Kuala Lumpur.

I’m really proud of this collection because it marks my first foray into tailored goods - i.e. cut & sew denim.

Of course this endeavour would not have been possible if it wasn’t for the encouragement and guidance of, his holiness Sir JBS, who worked with me to create a kick-ass set of products.

Initially, we only planned to release a pair of jeans, since we’ve collaborated before on both t-shirts and caps and I wanted to try something new.

But when Brian saw my monogramme design, he was so stoked that he insisted we release a T and trucker at the same time.

I wasn’t sure if we would have enough time, but Brian told me he would make it happen, and indeed he did.

For the trucker, the only people I trust to make them are Subcrew, so naturally this super urgent 11th hour task went to them. No more needs to be said about Frankie and his cap making skills.

Brian designed a custom cut & sew pocket T and had it made at the Know1edge factory. The shape of the pocket is the same shape as the back pocket on the pair of jeans, which is a pretty sweet detail. We’re also using a slightly different material/finish for the T, so I hope everyone will like it.

The pair of jeans was designed by me and based loosely on one of my favorite pair of Know1edge jeans. The monogramme was originally supposed to be only for the inner lining of the jeans, but I wanted people to be able to spot the jeans from a mile away so I decided to use the lining material on the back pocket also. The result of this is that the back pocket print will fade depending on how you sit and if you wear out the lining then the denim underneath will peep through so everyone’s pair should be different.

The denim material is 13oz. premium selvedge that’s been through one wash. Why wash the selvedge? Because I can’t stand jeans bleeding onto my kicks man! The result is an awesome, grainy texture that makes the denim look really unique.

The factory that made our jeans is the same one that Know1edge uses (naturally) but what nobody knows is that it is also the same factory that makes Nudie, RMC, 7 and a few other ultra-premium denim brands.

For me the most important thing is the quality of the product so when we look for manufacturers to make stuff for us we always look for the best. The cost is definitely higher, but at the end of the day we have products that we can hold in our hands and be proud of.

Like the What’s Good? X Know1edge Monogramme Collection.

P.S. Thanks to WZA for parading the cap everywhere before I’ve even seen the real thing.

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT (AGAIN)

Monday, Apr 28, 2008 11:49AM / / 杰叔！

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MY THEME SONG

Sunday, Apr 27, 2008 4:15PM / / 杰叔！

Jin baby, did you write this for me?

Hahaha

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30 MINUTES?

Sunday, Apr 27, 2008 2:43PM / / 杰叔！

Sold out in 30 minutes? 30 MINUTES? Shit that’s about the same amount of time it takes me to decide what to wear every morning … thank you to everyone who queued overnight at What’s Good? Singapore for the Dope Red/White Trucker Cap.

I’m completely overwhelmed that you guys continue to show us so much love and support and I truly appreciate it.

I hope you enjoy your caps.

Thank you so much.

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I DON’T GIVE A …

Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 10:40PM / / 杰叔！

I know some of you are taking the news of What’s Good? opening in Kuala Lumpur hard … I know some of you are finding it tough to accept and I know some of you think it’s not fair … but you know what?

I don’t really give a fuck.

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Hongkong-raised/Malaysia-based BadBoyBen is a DJ/Producer who is one of the most prominent faces on the South-East Asian clubbing circuit....
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Hongkong-raised/Malaysia-based BadBoyBen is a DJ/Producer who is one of the most prominent faces on the South-East Asian clubbing circuit.

He’s already toured internationally and performed alongside a whole host of world-class artists and DJs such as - Craig David, Sven Vath (Cocoon), Chris Fortier (Fade, Bedrock) and many more.

Not content with just DJing, Ben made the leap into production in 2001 and formed Funkshoppe Records. Overseeing every aspect of the label from music production to graphic design to signing new talent, Ben quickly put Funkshoppe on the world map and established himself as one of the most influential people on the Malaysian dance music scene.

He was named Malaysia’s First Superstar DJ and one of Malaysia’s 17 Most Outstanding Individuals in 2005 by one of the country’s most-respected lifestyle guides - FACES Magazine.

Ben also hosted Malaysia’s biggest dance music show, MOVE, from 2003-2006 on 98.8FM, one of Malaysia’s largest radio stations with an audience in excess of 1.6 million listeners.

Making this transition from club DJ to radio personality has allowed Ben to reach an even greater audience and garner an even greater fan base. It would be a gross understatement to say that his influence reaches far beyond the four walls of any club.

Proving that good dance music knows no boundaries, Ben has performed in the most credible clubs all over the world, from Hongkong to Shanghai, Singapore, London, Barcelona and everywhere in between. He is a DJ who is highly rated by all those who have heard his dirty, hip-house sets.

His energy infects his music through and through, and his performances are always an exciting ride from beginning to end. He has constantly gained respect and praise from peers with his technical ability and eclectic selection that never ceases to surprise punters and professionals alike.

Apart from being one of Southeast Asia’s most prominent DJ/Producers, Ben owns/operates Dope Distribution Co. Ltd., a world-renowned urban fashion distribution company that puts him at the forefront of the streetwear industry’s A-list.

Having only started Dope in 2006, the company has rapidly built up an incredible roster of the top independent streetwear labels in the world such as Know1edge, Fiberops, Hellz Bellz, Crooks & Castles and many more.

Dope has quickly become a world-wide phenomenon, and any products that Dope has released have been snapped up savvy scenesters instantly.

Planning for the future, Ben has taken Dope and Funkshoppe to the next level with the creation of What’s Good?

What’s Good? is Dope’s physical retail environment and is an integration of good fashion and good music into a unique physical space. With locations in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, What’s Good? gives Southeast-Asian scenesters a chance to be exposed to the latest streetwear and dance music from around the world in a fun and friendly enviroment.
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Occupation: DJ , Music Producer , Designer
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